SPRING DAY โ A. SHOUTA [2]
AUTHOR'S NOTE: Here's Part 2! This will be a 5-ish part series so let me know if you wanna be included in the tag-list!
MEDIEVAL AU & SOULMATE AU
REQUESTS ARE CLOSED (for now)
WARNINGS: Nothing, I think?
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"In order to be perpetually happy, one must suffer to maintain the happiness of others."
"Ah! Shouta, my pal. What can I possibly do for you today?" Aizawa squinted at the brightness and the energy his friend radiated as he continued to walk towards him. What was he doing you may ask? Well, he was going to ask Yamada for advice.
"What?!" Yamada exclaimed, earning the attention of Kayama by the corner. Yamada howled in laughter as his stoic friend just stared at him, completely serious about the situation at hand. Maybe this was a mistake, Aizawa thought.
Maybe it was, indeed. But too late to back down now. What's done is done.
"Never have I ever thought that this very day would come. Congratulations, old pal! Though, I don't understand why you are asking me for help." It was true. Yamada didn't know why Aizawa came to him instead of Kayama. Kayama was an expert at this, being a woman and all. "I may have met my soulmate a day before you found yours but that does not certainly make me a professional in that field!"
"This is quite... surprising." Kayama Nemuri, a friend and a colleague of Yamada and Aizawa, blurted out loud earning the attention of the two males. Unbeknownst to the two of them, Kayama had been eavesdropping on the conversation being held without her, much to her dismay and as Kayama listened further it turned out that the one Aizawa was fussing about was a female! And his soulmate! And did I also mention a female?
Do not get Aizawa wrong. Females are respectable, yes but he doesn't really have time for them thus he had the least experience when it comes to this 'love' and 'soulmate' thing. It was like a math question that was incredibly hard to solve. No genius could ever solve it.
"Do not fret, Shouta! I will try my best to help you in every way I can!" Kayama exclaimed, literally jumping up and down with excitement and happiness. Aizawa looked at Kayama with an unreadable look plastered on his face but you could clearly see his desire to be six feet under the ground right now.
"I will help too! Whatever do you need, my friend!" Their energies often overwhelm Aizawa but somehow this time he wasn't bothered as much about the energy they were practically giving off. Maybe it was because of the events that happened a day prior? Hmm. That could be it.
"Right then! Let us not waste any more time blabbering nonsense! Describe the lady to us, Shouta!" Kayama enthustically screamed making Aizawa regret his decision, but it was foo late to back down now. He just has to endure the never-ending pain.
"If you would kindly quiet down then I will be happy to describe her to you." Aizawa grumbled while glaring at the duo infront of him. As much as he wants to avoid a conversation with these two about his soulmate and continue to pester him until he finally jumps down a cliff willingly, he needs all the advice he can get.
You see, Aizawa is inexperienced with these kind of things. So he trusts Kayama and Yamada to give him the right things to do or say. They met their soulmates before him after all.
"Alright, we'll simmer down. Now go on, Shouta." Yamada sent him an encouraging smile but his smile never helped him at all.
"She's... gentle in a way, if you will. She's also incredibly polite." Kayama and Yamada sighed, for someone as observant as Aizawa he never really gave that much of an info about his observations on his soulmate which annoyed the two.
"Now, now, Aizawa. Is that all?" When Aizawa nodded as an answer to Kayama's question, the duo sighed. Aizawa maybe a fierce warrior in the battlefield but when it comes to love, he is really really helpless. "Really? Are you certain?" Aizawa nodded again, this time Kayama didn't resist the urge to roll her eyes.
"Do not fuss over things Shouta! Just be yourself! Show her your true colors! I am incredibly sure that she will accept you, no matter what." Kayama hyped her friend up after seeing his worried expression. Or rather seeing an expression other than tiredness and disinterest in his face. Though Kayama knew that eventually her friend is gonna mess up in some way.
"Nemuri is right, my dear friend! Be brave and confront her just like how you confront our foes and slaughter them with your mighty strength!"
Aizawa stood up and just grunted as an answer. He lazily waved the two goodbye as he set out on a quest to find you, his soulmate.
Now where could you possibly be?
Maybe finding you isn't as easy taking down an army.
Aizawa has been looking everywhere for you, in the town, the market, the pond, the garden, everywhere that he could ever think of. A bead of sweat rolled down his forehead as he tried to think of any more logical places that you could be in.
Unfortunately he couldn't think of one. Why? The reason is simple.
He doesn't know that much about you. Although Aizawa is one hell of an observant man, he couldn't read you really that well. All that he could read from you are your hesitation, your doubts, your kindness and etc. Just the simple things. But things that can help him find you? None.
Aizawa sighed. Great, just great.
Sitting down beside a random tree, Aizawa decided to take a nap. He will find you later once he regained his energy. He surely will. But before he could even drift off to the world of fantasies, a voice called out to him. A familiar voice.
"Oh? It is you again? Do you not have a roof to stay under?"
"No, I was merely taking a nap." Aizawa replied. "I have been meaning to talk to you."
"Ah, I as well." You fiddled on the bow of your dress, looking down not bothering to make eye contact with him. In truth, you were intimidated by his stature. His looks are indeed worthy of a warrior and from what you've heard he also has all the traits a warrior should have. The only down side of him was his sharp-pointed tongue and his apathetic appearance.
Silence. There was silence after the small exchange of words. There was also some awkward tension in the air too, though it wasn't that thick which made you slightly better?
"Oh... uhm... I will go first then." You nervously spoke up. "Well... I intend to... No... I want to see where fate will take us but if you wish to oppose, I will respect your decision."
Aizawa looked at you for a second with a look you couldn't quite decipher before speaking up as well. "That will be great then. Because I very much want to see where this path leads us as well." His response made you look up in surprise. Do your ears decieve you or did he say he wanted to be your soulmate as well?
Out of too much happiness, you ran up to him and wrapped your arms around him making him freeze but you didn't care. You were too happy right now to care. Fortunately, Aizawa didn't care either because seconds later his arms were wrapped around your waist pulling you closer.
"If you will allow me, I want to take a stroll with you across town."
"Shouta!" You called out to him once you saw him entering the kingdom's gates. He and his team just finished a mission outside of town that lasted for 2 weeks. 2 whole weeks, without him. You missed him dearly, and he did too. So, seeing your face in the crowd after 2 whole exhausting weeks? Aizawa couldn't be any happier.
Once your eyes met his, you immediately waved to him and mouthed, "I will meet you at the tree after the king's meeting, my love!" to which he just nodded. It may seem cold to everyone else but that's just how Aizawa is. Though deep down you knew, he was ecstatic to see you as well.
Instantly leaving after that, Aizawa groaned. As much as he wanted to perform his duties well, the time apart from you was killing him. He needed to feel you, hug you, and kiss you. He wanted to be with you so much. But no, the king just had to hold a meeting after missions. His groan caught the attention of his friends who was just right beside him. After hearing the sound, the two chuckled.
"Do not worry, my dear friend! You will be reunited with your love, soon!" Hizashi exclaimed, earning the attention of some warriors who just aww'ed at the sight of Aizawa being annoyed by his friends.
"Do make sure she enjoys the passionate love ma-"
"Shut your mouth, Kayama." Aizawa quickly interrupted her suggestive comment. "I do not have the energy to deal with your dirty comments and Hizashi's pestering right now. So please kindly, shut up." It was harsh, Aizawa knew, but he has been friends with the two of them long enough that the two of them are accustomed to this kind of Aizawa's behavior.
"You really need to learn how to relax, Aizawa!" Fukukado butted in. God, his other headache is here. Why is the day going by slowly?
"King Tomura has agreed to everything on the treaty." Aizawa said after giving the signed piece of paper to King Toshinori. "His kingdom will not pose as a threat to ours, no more." King Toshinori looked at them with a satisfied look on his face, pleased at the outcome of the mission.
"I, once again deeply apologize for not accompanying you. My sickness is getting the worse of me these days." The knights nodded in understanding. The king's condition was becoming worse day by day and that is why they had to go over the peace treaty with King Tomura's kingdom as soon as possible. King Toshinori wanted his kingdom to be at peace before he... goes to a better place.
"If there are no more concerns, you are dismissed." After bowing before their king, they quickly dispersed, wanting to spend the most of their free time doing what they want. The mission drained most of their energy thus, everyone wanted to recharge as soon as possible before the next mission.
While Aizawa, he just wants to be in your arms.
Sighing, he felt his muscles and bones ache. Oh how he would pay a lot gold coins for your cuddles right now.
Quickly making way to the tree where you met which had become your usual meet-up place by now, Aizawa decided to take a rest first. Surely, you'll come before the sun sets so he's a 100% sure he doesn't sleep in the gardens again.
Closing his eyes, Aizawa felt the sleep envelop him in a comforting hug and soon... he was knocked out.
Meanwhile, you were running. Why? Because you were late. You were supposed to meet Aizawa an hour ago but something... made you late. You groaned internally as you realized Aizawa was probably going to grill you on why you were late and you don't have the energy for that.
Nearing the tree, you saw him peacefully napping under the shade, looking handsome as ever. Though, you notice the dark circles on his face and a few bruises here and there which you made you worried.
"Shouta?" You called out to him, gently caressing his face. Unconsciously, he leaned in to your touch and just continued sleeping. You giggled as you took in his sleeping form. Even though you've seen him like this a lot of times, it never ceases to amaze you how sometimes Aizawa can be a heavy sleeper. Though you knew he was tired, you think the tree has magic sometimes as it puts Aizawa into a very deep sleep.
"Shouta." His name was being said louder now making him groan. Who has the nerve to wake him up? When he finds out who it is, he's gonna give the person a good talking to and-
You looked so beautiful. The sun rays hitting your skin at a perfect angle, your smile โ so genuine and sweet โ and your voice, God how he missed your angelic voice.
You continue to stare at him, waiting for a response. You were about to say something when you were quickly pulled into a hug, arms wrapped tightly around you, as if he never wanted to let go.
Smiling as you felt his face nuzzle in your neck, you gladly returned the well needed hug. It's been so long since the both of you last saw each other and it was clear that the both of you missed the other so much.
"I have missed you, my love." His voice sent shivers down your spine.
"I, as well." You replied before breaking the hug. "Though, you really should practice not napping under the tree, everytime we meet."
"It is not my fault. You were running late." You froze. So he did notice you were late.
"I am deeply sorry for that, my love. I forgot I had some errands to run. It will not happen again, I promise." You apologized while placing the stray strands of hair behind his ear.
Looking into your eyes, Aizawa clearly didn't believe your bluff. You were not the forgetful type nor the one to lie about things so he just let it slide for now. He was about to reply when he saw something on your face.
A bruise on your forhead.
It was not noticeable but upon further inspection, he could clearly see it.
"What happened, my love?" He asked. His voice was the usual gruff one he used but somehow more soft and... caring which made your heart swell from the display of affection he was showing. He gently touched the bruise making you wince in pain.
"It is nothing to worry about, Shouta. I..." You placed a hand on your nape in embarassment. "I... tripped earlier while I was rushing here. It was just me being clumsy." Aizawa merely nodded and signaled you to stand up โ as you were practically sitting on his lap.
After standing up, you quickly brushed yourself off and held Aizawa's hand after he did the same.
"What would you like for dinner?" And with that the two of you exited the garden while holding hands. You noticed Aizawa was being clingy than usual to which you just concluded that it was because of the time you spent apart from each other.
"Anything you made sounds divine, my love." He smiled at you making your insides feel tingly. Aizawa rarely smiled but when he does, it's one of the moments you've come to cherish and adore.
"Alright, let us fasten our pace then, Mr. Aizawa. Food awaits!" And in that moment Aizawa knew, he loved you.
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