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SEPTEMBER 20, XX

It’s a lazy Sunday afternoon, I searched for Hisoka wondering where is he sleeping again, to my surprise, I saw him at our living room. I told him countless times to sleep at his room. I came closer to wake him up by booping his nose with my finger while he’s asleep.. 

He is just too cute and unguarded when I am looking up-close. Until he grunted a little, then I giggled, he suddenly grabbed my wrist lightly, I was shock then he mumbled something, “Don’t go.” as he opened his eyes slowly and added, “Can I sleep on your lap?” I was a bit startled and sighed, eventually gave in. So I sat down at the sofa and replaced his stuffed toy. I always ran my fingers on his soft hair, though he doesn’t mind me doing it, realizing myself that I’m like a mom, looking at him happily.

So this is how we spend our lazy Sunday afternoon.

SEPTEMBER 27

12:00 am

*Juza’s Birthday alarm*

The ringtone continues as you are in the middle of baking. You hurriedly set the bowl you are holding aside, as you search for your ringing phone to stop the alarm.

“There, I’m almost done. I hope he likes this!” you said to yourself. You set another alarm to prepare yourself before meeting your boyfriend, surprising him with homemade cookies as one of your gifts to him. Setting an alarm titled Cafe and Movie date.

“Okay. Time to sleep in a bit once I finish these cookies!” you ecstatically said.

9:00 am

You see Juza waiting for you in front of the newly opened cafe, called “Eggs ‘n Things Shinsaibashi”. You waved at him from afar to be noticed and walked towards him. He noticed the one you’re holding, a box wrapped with gray-checkered cloth. He asked what’s inside, but you told that you’ll reveal it to him once the both of you are inside.

*Inside the cafe*

The waitress took off after you placed your orders. Now the two of you have time for each other. You placed the box at the top of the table with ease. “Open it, Ju-chan! It’s my birthday gift for you! Although I know that this may not be enough, but I hope you will like it!” you said with an honest yet sad tone and smiled at him. He unwraps the cloth and opens the box. His face gleamed as you look at him, smiling. He took a piece of cookie and took a bite. He was about to get another cookie but he looked at you saying, “It’s sweet & yummy, and everything you make is more than enough for me. As long as I see you smiling, and...you’re sweet too.” he mumbled the last words, but you heard it, eyes widened, smiling after you heard it.

*at the Cinema* *end of the movie*

“So what do you think of the movie, Ju-chan?” you asked in a light tone. While the both of you are walking, you looked at Juza, who’s not responding to you for a second. Juza looked down to the floor, continuing to walk. He looked ambivalent to you and that his shoulders were curved.

Is something the matter with Juza? He doesn’t look good. You thought to yourself.

He sighed and said, “The movie is great. Looking at the actors, I can observe that they’re good. No mistakes that I can see. Even their expressions were clear… I would also like to be a fine actor…” he mumbled to himself loud enough that you can hear. He noticed someone was blocking him, wondering who it was. He looked up and sees you. You blocked his way, showing an upset face. You scooped his face, slapping him lightly at both sides of his cheeks. You wanted to knock some sense into him, so this was the only choice you had. “Juza, in shooting, they don’t do it in just one take. Do you remember what Tenma said? They shoot several times just to get one scene right, without an audience. While in stage plays, you do it in one take with audiences. It’s a matter of practice. I have always watched every single play that you and your troupe did! You have improved so well, Juza! Remember that, and I also believe that your Troupe knows that you have improved drastically. I can see that you’re having fun on stage. Believe in me. Know that I’m always here as your number one supporter! You also have everyone in MANKAI company. Remember your wish, okay?” you smiled happily at him, almost crying that you can’t bear to see Juza sad again. Juza the entire time was shocked and just stood still, looking at you. He instinctively hugged you, resting his head on your shoulder. Surprised by his action at first, you naturally replied by hugging him back. “Let’s stay like this for a while.” Juza said, mumbling. You replied, “Sure.”

The both of you walked, holding hands on your way to the Mankai dorms, but suddenly, your phone rang, and it’s from your father, saying it’s an emergency. You consulted Juza about this; he said it was fine, as it’s an emergency. You apologized to Juza, but he understands the situation. You & Juza waited for your chauffeur to come pick you up. You thought to yourself, of all the time we have, why does it have to be now? You can’t help but be sad and frustrated at the same time, but you brush it off in the end.

Juza goes back to Mankai dorms. The moment he opened the door, the guys & the director greeted him. He told them he’ll leave the box first at his room and join them soon.

*At Banri & Juza’s room*

When he sat down at the sofa and unwrapped it again to separate the cloth, something fell. It was a letter. He picked it up and saw his name in front of the letter. His curiosity got him so he opened the letter and reads it..

“Oh, it’s what (y/n) said earlier.” He smiled earnestly after he read the letter. He mumbles to himself saying, “Never thought someone would love me despite how I look. I’m glad I have (y/n), my endless supporter. Thank you, (y/n). I should put this up in this room as a reminder for me.” He stood up and pinned it somewhere in his desk, then left the room to celebrate his birthday with everyone in the MANKAI dorms.

SEPTEMBER 9, XX

*2 days before his birthday*

Mornings like this on any other day in the Mankai dorms, realizing it’s already Autumn as you looked at the date on your phone, sipping your sweet coffee. It’s 6am in the morning and you’re the only one who is awake. You know that Banri would come down in any minute, so you made his coffee the way he usually prefers it, on the bitter side.

You scan through the monthly magazine to look for inspiration on what’s trending this season. As you saw the animal print outfits that looked gorgeous on the models, you paused for a second and heard Banri greeting you a good morning and is about to snuggle you from behind, but you blocked it by raising the magazine up to his face, serving it as your shield as you look at him above you and that made him stop. That made him growl, but you completely ignored it and cut him off saying, “Take me to where you thrift later! I want to try this outfit! Also, I made you a coffee, drink it before it gets cold!” you pointed to what the model is wearing. He looked down at you and saw your sparkling big eyes then pondered, “Now that I think about it, I have never seen you wearing animal prints, but if you want to try...” he points at himself with his thumb. “heh, guess it’s my time to introduce you to animal prints!” he said as he smirked.

*At the thrift store* 

The bells chime as Banri opened the door of the thrift store he goes to and a middle-aged man greets, saying, “It’s been a while, kid.”

“Old man! Yeah, it’s been a while, I missed coming here... hm? where’s that guy?” he asked as he looks around the store. The old man chuckled and said “He ran an errand for me at the town, do you need something from him?” “Send my regards to him, old man!” they both laughed, you see them having a mini conversation, like a father-son would, it’s wholesome just looking at them. “This is (y/n), my girlfriend.” you bowed and smiled at the owner, as you greeted each other.

Banri leads the way to the women’s section. Together you look for animal print outfits that will suit you. You trust your boyfriend as he’s considered a “fashionista” of the Mankai Company. He picked several clothes, and you tried all of them, after trying them all out, you picked a few that you both liked.

You offered to be the one to pay for it, but Banri insisted that he will pay for it, he gave his card and told you he will go to the men’s section to look for some outfits. You nodded and went to the counter. The owner of the store is actually the cashier, as he’s the only one running the small local business. The owner looked at you and Banri from afar, then looks at the clothes you picked. He smiled and whispered to you, “Actually, we have a couple outfit for this, and the size just fits him perfectly, I picked this outfit for Banri since he loves wearing these kinds. Do you want to see it?” he asked as he smiled. You nodded and waited for him over the counter as he goes to the Men’s section. Good thing Banri’s on the accessories section, far from the said section. The owner came back and put the clothes in the paper bag and gave it to you. “I wish the best of you two happiness.” he said as he gave the paper bag to you. It was a close call as Banri called your name behind you, causing you to be surprised. Banri took the paper bag and holds your hand on the other like a couple, Banri waved goodbye to the owner and started walking, you turned your head to look at him and bid goodbye, he just winked while smiling and waves.

*Banri’s birthday*

Pondering if Omi would not really mind as a third wheel on your date today with Banri since you requested to do an outdoor photoshoot the whole day, he assured you it is fine and said that he would like to practice shoots again. While the rest of the guys in Mankai dorms prepare for his birthday. You mentioned to them that three of you will return at the peak of the dusk. As the surprise will start, the moment you three are home. You are wearing a black wool turtleneck sweater and a slim midi silhouette leopard print skirt that sits flatteringly and accentuates your natural waist, finishing with a pair of black ankle boots topped with a thin golden necklace, and a nude trench coat with the same length of your skirt.

Watching the autumn leaves fall from the tree while you wait for Banri at the inner courtyard. You hear a familiar voice calling out your name; you turned your back to see who it was, and it was Banri, wearing a Black Label Merino wool turtleneck sweater, wearing a necklace to contrast everything and black chinos slim-fit pants, finishing with a pair of black leather derby shoes and a leather leopard print turned-down collar casual jacket. Making the both of you as a couple *with taste* You stood up, astounded by Banri’s new look. Banri looked at you from head to toe and said, “You look decent as always.” you glared at him. “I’m joking! I said you look beautiful... as always.” he averted his eyes, looking away shyly. Hearing a rare compliment coming from him, you can’t help but smile. Naturally, you complimented his look today saying, “You look.. charming as always~” you turned your back at him and start to walk, Banri followed you and teases you, saying that he didn’t hear that quite right. You turned your back about to pinch one of his arms to make him stop, but he dodged.

*Sunset at the park*

“Happy Birthday, Banri! I’m sorry if it’s just a simple date, doing photoshoots while on our date.” you felt somehow down, confessing. Banri lifted your chin lightly and said, “There’s nothing to worry about, (y/n). I got to spend my birthday with you, that’s more than enough for me.” He leaned closer and kissed you. Your eyes were open the entire time until he let go and looked at you. He smirked and put his left arm over your waist, keeping you close to him, then you whispered, “You know, Omi’s still here. This is embarrassing.” Banri looked back and see Omi tripping the shutter of his camera.

“Don’t mind me, just taking photos here, continue you lovebirds.” then Omi chuckled for a bit and a sudden idea hit his head saying, “Why not the both of you try applying as couple models? You guys might even be featured at a monthly magazine!”

You and Banri looked at each other at the same time, then Banri spoke first, “If she wants to, I’m down anytime and anywhere.” he smiled and held your hand. “I think it also suits you to be a model.” you said, meaning it’s a yes coming from you. His eyes widened and became suddenly bashful in front of you. Averting his eyes away from you, Omi saw it and teases Banri as they walk going home to the Mankai dorms and you happily followed them.