#mizusei

In an alternative universe where they could rescue Sei before his mind collapsed.

-Are you sure this is okay?- Mizuki asked, not knowing exactly if what they were doing was supposed to happen. –Of course, she said she was going to arrive late today and my brother is at work so we have the house for ourselves- Sei was the one to answer with a big smile on his face, something that was not abnormal after he recovered mentally and physically. After all the time he spent with Toue, it was hard for him at first to do even the most basic things like walking or eating by himself, he was basically a lifeless puppet that needed help with everything. But Tae and Aoba were patient, as well as the hospital nurses and doctors. Little by little Sei could start his recovery, learning again how to walk and be by himself. Of course, Mizuki was there the whole time also doing his best so that Aoba’s brother could gain back what was taken from him, his freedom. They spent a lot of time together at the hospital, after all, they were both there, the older one still needing some time after coming back from the comma he was put in due to Scrap. At first, they developed a very tight friendship, sharing a lot of interests with each other and having both been under Toue’s command. This went through all their recovery, both getting out of the hospital almost at the same time, of course, Mizuki leaving first because Sei’s condition was far worse than his’.

But a year passed and that friendship started turning into something else, something deeper that only the two of them realized was happening, everyone else was just focused on themselves to notice what was happening between the Ribster and the sweet “prince”. Even Aoba didn’t noticed when his brother started to ask to spend more time with Mizuki, just thinking it was the friendship they developed, but in reality what was happening is that Sei and the Dry Juice’s leader were getting into a romance that ended up in them dating secret from everyone. They had very few moments just for themselves, but they didn’t need to try hard to enjoy them to the fullest. That day it was one of them, Tae told his new grandson that she needed to leave the house for a few hours, this with Aoba working left Sei all by himself in the house, not taking him long before he called Mizuki to get some company. But the prince had a little surprise for his lover.

-Stay here, I have something for you.- Said Sei with a lot of excitement on his usually soft voice. Mizuki had no idea what could it be, but knowing that they had several hours ahead just for the two of them he was also starting to get excited. A few minutes after Sei went upstairs, footsteps were heard signaling he was going down but with different shoes, maybe heels? No, it was crazy for Mizuki to think about it, but he wasn’t that far off. Before his eyes, widened by the surprise with the scene he had in front of him, Sei was sporting a full maid dress, all the way from his head to his heels, playing with his own fingers and with a deep blush on his face. –Do… do you like it…?- the younger one asked raising his eyes from the ground they were pointing at. –I… why do you… where did you get something like this?- Mizuki swears he is romantic most of the time, but the words coming out of his mouth were those at a time like that one. –I got it from a store, my brother doesn’t know I have it- Sei replied, feeling more and more embarrassed by the second- Don’t you like it? I can change ba- -he was then interrupted, Mizuki trying to keep himself calm as well as that now very awake part of his body –No! I’m sorry, I didn’t knew what to say, you look… fantastic on that.- after recovering for a moment, he could finally answer to his boyfriend, stepping closer to him and wrapping his hands around his waist, pulling him closer so they could share a light kiss. –I love it, thanks for this surprise.- The ribster’s face pulled a big smile, not knowing for real how to react to such a treat from the person he liked. After that, they went to the sofa to start making out, spending some quality time together as the happy couple they were, still on the honeymoon stage.

But after a few minutes kissing and laughing together, a deep “Oh” brought them to a halt on their actions. They stared at each other for a moment after turning their heads to the side, but swallowing saliva and with a look of deep fear on both their faces. Of course, in front of them was Aoba, who was released from work early and was in the company of Ren, the one responsible for what made them stop. So there it was, the two brothers staring at each other while one of them wore a full maid costume and was sitting on the other’s best friend’s lap. –I… we… welcome home… brother…- Sei just wanted to be swallowed by the carpet at that time, Aoba still not recovering from the shock of his findings, all of that while Mizuki just covered his face with his hand, the red being seen even on his ears, the same red that covered all of Sei’s face. –Aoba I can explain- the Ribster finally said something, uncovering his face and helping his boyfriend to stand on his heels. – I… think I need an explanation? What the hell were you two doing?!- From shock, Aoba’s face turned into rage, frowning deeply while crossing both his arms. –Well…- Mizuki was about to start to say some lame excuse, but Sei encouraged himself to interrupt him, taking his lover’s hand and entwining his fingers –We’re dating!- And again, shock filled his brother’s expression, shaking his head from side to side, Ren wagging his tail softly looking at everyone from time to time, but finally focusing on his master. –Aoba, are you okay? Your heart is racing- The blue haired boy took a second to recover before glaring directly at his friend, frowning again before being glared at by his brother – It was mutual, he didn’t do anything I didn’t want!- Sei was not gonna leave Mizuki on his own defending himself against Aoba who was clearly not happy with what he was hearing. –Sei, you don’t have time for this, you still need to focus on your recovery- he was interrupted then by the one he was talking to and about, not letting him finish what he was saying- But I like him! We like each other. I… I know I’m not 100% okay yet but… he has helped me a lot with feeling like myself finally- Aoba raises an eyebrow at this words, looking back at the flustered Mizuki that still wanted to die then and there- How long have you been together? –his tone started to calm down more, making him seem less threatening- 1 month, but we’ve been seeing each other for a while before that- Mizuki answers, finally looking straight at Aoba’s eyes- This just happened… we really don’t know how but one day we started liking each other more and more and… yeah, this happened- Sei’s brother takes a deep breath, massaging his frown to loosen it up a bit, but then pinching the bridge of his nose- And tell me… why is my brother in a maid costume… -Of course Sei got flustered again, looking everywhere not to meet the other’s eyes, even biting his lower lip- I… um… this is… I bought it for him… - Sei whispered that last part softly, the poor Aoba just trying not to explode against his friend, but he was learning to control his temper. – Go change, and we’ll wait until grandma gets home-. There was an awkward silence between them for a moment before Sei went upstairs to change, leaving the two best friends alone for a few minutes- My brother? Seriously Mizuki? Out of all the people on this island… out of all the people in the world, my brother. – his friend could notice the disappointment on Aoba’s tone and face, knowing that it was going to be an awkward afternoon before Tae arrived.

Sei: Which friend?

the story of my demise

the only installment in this series wherein aoba and noiz are 100% irrelevant, probably.