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Slow dancing in the dark
Satoru looked down at you, resting your head on his shoulder as you slow danced. Oh how he wished for this moment for so long. How he longed for you to hold on to him as he slow danced with you on your shared wedding night. A dream was all it was. Nothing would never come of this dance, the wedding day where he said âI doâ while looking you in the eye faded with each passing day.
After all, he was too late, to scared to admit his feelings to you, from childhood to adulthood, he could never bring himself to do it. Satoru knew he lost you the day he saw you talking to Nanami. As charming as ever, such a gentleman. Satoru watched as a blush rose on your face, the giggle that escaped your precious lips, the way you moved your hair out of your face. Satoru knew those signs all too well. He had watched you do the exact same thing in high school to the boy you liked. It shattered Satoru. You hadnât looked at him that way, ever.
Satoru thought about the lights and how dark they were. Nanami couldnât accompany you to your friendâs wedding. Satoru knew he was a stand in for Nanami. While the dimmed lights allowed you to dream, dream that it was Nanami here with you instead. That you were in Nanamiâs arms. Satoru didnât want to slow dance in the dark, but he knew he couldnât compete with Nanami. He knew you were smitten. It was best for him to give up now, before he got more hurt. It was hard, hard to hear you murmur about how Satoru was the best friend you could ask for, but he didnât want a friend.
You lead him back to the table once the song was over, ducking to go get drinks for you both. Satoru contemplated his own relationship. He had jumped into one when Nanami asked you out, not wanting to seem lonely. His new partner was perfect. Sheâd do everything for him. All the weight was taken off his shoulders when he started dating her, she took care of him. To anyone else, she was perfect. Yet, every time he looked in her eyes, he searched for you, just a glimpse of what you and Satoru could be. Every touch, he tried to fall for her, but it never worked. She never was you. He was simply passing time in her arms, hoping that one day youâll look at Nanami, that youâll get lonely and beg for Satoru. That youâll miss the way he laughs, that he can give you something Nanami canât.
Your eyes met his when you sat.
âAre you happy?â
âWhere did that come from Satoru?â
âAre you? I hope you are. You know Iâd die for you. I just want you to be happy.â
âIâm more then happy, please donât worry about me.â
As Satoru laid in bed that night, he thought about all the feelings he had never laid to rest. He couldnât sleep a wink. He was happy you were happy, even if it killed him inside, he would die for you.
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A/N: Hope you enjoy the Joji reference.
Headcanon - Shy Agent Washington
Wash has always been kind of shy, being at the bottom of the leaderboard and getting a light bullying from the other freelancers will really do that to him
Wash isnât shy around new people, heâs a freelancer but around someone he finds attractive? You bet heâs shy.
So cute, he mumbles and stutters on words, is thankful that his helmet hides his constant blush
Wash doesnât comprehend anyone liking him either. Being backstabbed by his team and the people he trusted most have left him a bit scarred to say the least
When you join the freelancers, he doesnât speak to you much, but he definitely watches you working out and sparring
Wash gets really blushy when North catches him and gives him a light teasing. He gets extremely panicked when he sees North talking to you
But he gets really thankful when you walk up to him and talk about how North said Wash was looking to spar
Even though he spars with you for months, he refuses to take off his helmet around you, worried heâll blush
He also keeps his talking to a minimum, preferring to listen to you
The shyness and butterflies upon seeing you never really go away. He just keeps it to himself
When the project finally falls apart, his biggest regret is not saying anything to you. He has no clue if you were even alive. He would curse being shy
He would promise himself that if he ever saw you again, he would get over his shyness and just kiss you
When Wash sees you again on Chorus, he feels his shyness come back. He goes up to see you, stuttering and blushing again because itâs you and youâre beautiful and alive.
And when you say his name, he feels like is going to short circuit, itâs like music to his ears
Heâs trying to ask how youâre alive and where youâve been, wishing to himself he could get up the courage to just do anything to show how much heâs missed you
But he doesnât expect you to ask him to take off his helmet and reminisce about how he had always refused in the freelancer days
And when he finally does, he knows his face is red and he canât meet your eyes
You reaching your hands out to his face and meeting his lips definitely makes him short circuit.
Wash would definitely return the kiss after he gets his bearings. He would want to do it over and over again but heâs too shy to initiate
Wash would wait for you to reach back in before he would indulge. It would take him months to finally and truly believe that you share his feelings.
Professor Hatake x reader
Parings: Hatake Kakashi x reader
Reader Gender: They/them pronouns - AFAB
Genre: Smut - Minors do not interact
Other: University AU (Separated into years), Alpha Kakashi, Omega reader. Professor Kakashi, Student reader, Slight breeding kink, Marking, F/N (First name) over Y/N (Your name) used
Mafia boss! Levi x reader
Genre: Fluff (IG???)
I sat in the lounge room waiting for Levi to get back. He was always late when meeting with clients. It was reaching 2 am, the meeting should have been over 2 hours ago. I could feel my eyes become unfocused as the late hour caught up with me.
I was jolted awake when I heard the door open. My eyes focused on the clock, 4 am. I must have dozed off on the couch. Flicking my eyes to the door, I could see Levi standing there. His eyes moved over to me in the dim light.
âY/N? What are you doing? You should be asleep.â
âI was waiting for you. Youâre late.â
Levi hung up his coat, leaving him in his tight-fitting white button up.
âMeeting went over. I told you not to wait up for me.â
âIf I donât, who will?â
âI donât need you to baby me Y/N. Just leave me alone.â
That was a pang in my chest. I got up, deciding to end the conversation there. As I walked closer, I could smell perfume on him. Meeting my ass. I continued towards my room. I knew Jean wouldnât be awake at this hour to talk. Iâll catch him in the morning.
I knocked on Jeanâs door closer to human hours. When he opened the door, I could see he was not long up himself. When he registered that it was me, he stepped aside, letting me into his room.
âWhat has the boss done now?â
âThatâs so rude Jean. Canât I come see my best friend because I miss him?â
âDo you?â
âNo, Levi was rude to me last night and I need comfort.â
âI donât know what you see in him. Find someone else to crush on that wonât break your heart every conversation.â
âWhatever. I donât want to talk about it. How is your negotiation speech going?â
Jean gestured to the papers on the bed. I made myself comfortable and started shuffling through the pages. It was undeniable, Jean was an amazing negotiator, that must have been why Levi picked him. Levi even went as far as to letting me live with them and helping me when I needed it to keep Jean in his team.
âAre you coming tonight Y/N?â
âTonight?â
âYeah, we have a clientâs party. You know I can always use a bit of arm candy.â
I swatted at Jean. âYeah, Iâll come.â
âWear your best dress.â
I quickly ran to my room and came back with a choice of 4 dresses, presenting them to Jean.
âJean, pick.â
âI donât know, at least try them on.â
It wasnât unusual to strip in front of each other, weâve been doing it since we were kids. Jean was unsure on the first two dresses. The third dress, however, got his approval. A red dress, reaching to mid-thigh and curve-hugging. It seemed fitting for a party. I decided to stay in Jeanâs room for the rest of the day, carting my make-up and hair care across to get ready. My final look was approved by Jean and we left for the party at 9 pm.
The party was lively to say the least. My eyes scanned the room, searching for the boss, searching for Levi. When my eyes finally landed on him, he was surrounded by girls, all of them attempting to get his attention. I grabbed Jeanâs arm to steer him in a different direction, when Jeanâs eyes followed mine, he allowed me to take him in a different direction.
Most of the night was spent by Jeanâs side, I followed him to Levi and the client for negotiations and back to the corner we had claimed as our own. My eyes would venture to Levi throughout the night, sometimes I would catch his eye and our stares would linger a little longer then necessary.
Around 1 am, Jean finally suggested going back to headquarters. I was exhausted getting back, flopping onto Jeanâs bed. âJean, give me a shirt. Iâm staying the night.â
Jean flicked a t-shirt my way, which I slipped on after removing my make-up. Once I had finally laid on the bed and got ready to sleep, there was a knock on the door. I opened my eyes enough to see Levi standing in the frame. He was even more handsome in full light. His white button up shirt was slightly covered by a black vest that hugged his body and long pants that clung to his body as much as I wanted to.
âso what, you two are fucking now?â
I shot up at Leviâs words. He had it all wrong. Jean tried to explain that it wasnât like that.
âSo, youâre trying to tell me that she just gives it up to anyone then? Y/N, with me. Now.â
I stood up, following his order. Levi grabbed me by the wrist and started dragging me towards his room. He slammed the door behind us, sitting on his bed.
âExplain yourself. First, youâre so desperate to see me that youâre falling asleep on the couch waiting for me, now youâre falling asleep in Jeanâs bed. Are you trying to sleep your way through my crew?â
âExcuse me? I have not slept with anyone from the crew. You want to talk about sleeping around, how about all the women you have constantly hanging off you, just begging to be fucked.â
âReally Y/N? Jealousy? Thatâs what this is about?â Levi sighed, rubbing the bridge of his nose. âI donât sleep with those women, I need to keep up appearances for our clientele.â
âWhatever Levi, it doesnât matter to me what you do.â
Levi sighed again, grabbing my chin in between his hands and making me face him. âIf it doesnât matter, then look me in the eyes and say it. If it doesnât matter, then stop me.â
I was pulled forward, my lips meeting his. The explosion of butterflies in my stomach deepened when his other hand tangled itself in my Y/H/C hair, making the kiss become more possessive. When the kiss broke, his steel coloured eyes were staring deep into my E/C eyes.
âIf we do this, no more running to Jean. No more undressing in front of him, no cuddling and no more wearing his shitty shirts. If you want me, then you accept that you are mine and mine alone. Do you understand?â
âYes.â
âYes what?â
âYes boss.â
âGood, Iâm sick of all those filthy pigs looking at you. I had to watch their eyes undress you all night. Shitty fucking men. Youâre all mine, no one else is allowed to touch you.â
âAnd the other women?â
âGone.â Levi pressed his forehead to mine. His eyes glossed over. Understanding him was hard. All the times he was rude, seemed to become rose coloured with concern for me laced through his words. We sat like that for what felt like eternity before he shifted me on to his lap.
âIâm going to need you to be loud for me tonight, just so the world knows who you belong to.â
With the amount of times I said his name, youâd swear it was the only word I knew.
You'll have to excuse the writing because I haven't written properly in like 5 years. Hoping to get back into it. Feel free to send requests.
It was distinct. The memory of when he first saw them. The way they walked through the door, a beautiful angel. They were younger, new to the scouts. Their face held a smile free from anguish. The horrors of outside the walls had not yet tainted their mind, had not yet marred their smooth skin. The memory hit at the worst of times. Levi rolled over, the girl he had bedded the night before was fast asleep. He didnât care much for her, she wasnât them. She wasnât Y/N. She was simply a way to pass time. However, the eyes of the girl were the same colour. The hair fell the same way as Y/Nâs. This girl would do anything Levi asked, she was in love with him. Despite that, Levi could only focus on the glimpse of Y/N that came through when he looked at her. The small glimpse of what they use to have.
Possible prompt for a Levi fic that I might write while Iâm not at work (???)
Gen Narumi x F!Reader - Fakers
Gen Narumi x F!Reader (Y/N usage)Â
5.5K words
Fluff, Smut, angst.Â
Heading into the base proved to be nerve-wracking, more then initially thought. I stood looking towards it, head held high, proudly displaying my name badge and title;
â(First name)(Last name)Â
Fortitude researcherâ
Hasegawa, vice Captain of the first division, stood at the entrance, awaiting my arrival. Hasegawa met me halfway between us before providing a formal greeting and welcome. Following him into the base, Hasegawa explained the layout of the building before providing me with the schedule of today's meeting. A small sigh escaped his lips when he spoke the name of the captain of the first division, offering an apology for what I might experience with him and asking me to not pass judgment on the rest of the team based off Captain Narumi, the first meeting scheduled.
Stopping in front of the two wooden doors, Hasegawa reached up and knocked rather harshly before calling out to the captain. When no answer was received, the look of irritation passed Hasegawaâs face and he pushed on the doors. The room was dark and smelled rather strong. Looking closer, there was wrappers and cans littered over the floor, Yamazon boxes created a wall between the view of the door and the presumed desk behind it. Off to the side was a messy bed and a couch filled with rubbish in front of a tv surrounded by consoles. Squinting my eyes to adjust to the dark room, I found a figure leaning against the boxes, hand-held console strewn to the side. The figure looked towards the door at the intrusion of light. I noticed his two-tone hair of black and silver creating a fringe just above his eyes. His eyes looked blood-shot, a range of reasons possible.Â
âHasegawaâ The voice came out in more of a whine then a word. âClose the damn door, and while youâre here, lend me some money.âÂ
Hasegawa looked ready for murder. The man glared at man before walking over and picking up the man by his collar.Â
âIs this the way you greet the new staff? I warned you (Last name) was arriving today. I sent you a text message, I woke you up. What more can I do? Have you even showered?âÂ
At the last comment, Hasegawaâs nose wrinkled at the, most likely, ripe smell that came from the man clad in gray sweatpants that had seen better days judging by the stains.Â
âI donât care for your work politics. Iâll meet them, when they prove themselves.â
With that, I leaned forward, giving a little wave of my hand and a false smile gracing my face.Â
âHasegawa, this seems to be a waste of your time and mine, shall we leave captain Narumi to wallow in the heap of sadness?â
Hasegawa dropped Narumi and made his way to me. He gave the captain one last look of disappointment, before shaking his head and closing the door. He started walking and I matched his strides.Â
âWell, at least this base is interesting, much better then the sticklers from my previous division.â
Hasegawa hummed in agreeance at my comment about the 5th division. He came to a stop when we reached a staircase.Â
âUp there is probably one of the best lunch spots in the whole base. Itâs a rooftop with benches that overlook the ocean. The lunch room with bento boxes is around the corner. Head left and take a right at the second doorway. You have an hour left until your next meeting.Iâll meet you here at 10 minutes to.â
I watched a Hasegawa walked back down the hallway before following the directions to the lunch room. I reviewed the board of options for lunch. I had trouble deciding between two options. I settled on getting both and saving one for dinner.
I made my way up to the rooftop as directed by Hasegawa. The sun was harsh on my eyes when the door swung open. The salty wind from the ocean hit my nostrils, giving me a sense of peace. I stepped out and waited for my eyes to adjust to the natural light. Once they had adjusted, a range of smaller buildings leading towards the deep blue ocean greeted me. Sitting on the seat and opening my bento box, I watched as the waves lapped at the vibrant yellow sand. The bustle of Tokyo faded into the background as I ate. I thought over my father, the reason I moved to this division. I thought about how I had to see him while I still had the chance before his illness took hold of him.
Interrupting my thoughts, the door behind me opened with a loud bang as if someone had kicked it open. I swung my head around and was greeted with captain Narumi. He deeply frowned up at the sun and used a hand to shield his eyes from the barrage of rays being emitted his way. Narumi released a sigh before noticing my presence. He froze for a moment before making his way to me. He sat on the bench beside me, his deep breathing only just reaching my ears. It was both awkward to be here with him, not talking but it also still remained peaceful as we both peered at the view.Â
The peace was broken by his stomach rumbling loudly. I looked over to him, the tips of his ears red in embarrassment.
âI apologise, Iâm usually here alone and the smell of the bento box made me hungry.â
I looked down at my spare bento box before extending my hand in his direction, holding out lunch.Â
âTake it, I couldnât decide between the two and got a spare anyway.â
Narumi hesitated for a little before taking the box out of my hand, opening it and smelling deeply. I licked the saltiness of the wind off my lips before speaking again.
âIs there a reason you didnât bring lunch if you were hungry?â
âI spent all my money on the limited edition figure that came out this month.â
âThatâs why you asked Hasegawa to lend you money?â
âItâs only until next week when we get paid again!â
âInstead of borrowing it, how about I provide you a way to earn it?â
Narumiâs head snapped in my direction as he eyed me suspiciously.
âI need someone to pretend to be my boyfriend every now and then. Iâll pay you well, we donât have to do anything inappropriate and we wonât be working directly together. Look, my name badge says fortitude researcher. I work in the lab and find out the reason for the fluctuations in fortitude from the Kaiju. Just think about it, if you agree, Iâll give you more details. Swing by my office if you want to take me up on it.â
Narumi continued to stare at me, I assumed mulling over my proposition. I packed up my rubbish before waving a farewell and leaving him to his thoughts.Â
I sat in my office in the lab, decompressing from all the meetings. I sunk a little more in my chair sighing. A small knock at my open door was the only thing that brought my eyes to open.
âI feel the same after meetings, theyâre really bad, huh?â
The two-toned captain looked in my direction, gesturing to my posture.Â
âI guess you could say that, what brings you to my office at this hour?â
The clock ticked beside his head, showing 9 pm. Â
âI want to know more information.â Narumi shut the door and pulled out the seat across from me.
âFirst of all, everything that is said here is confidential. I donât want other staff knowing about this. As for the role, I need you to come with me to visit my father and pretend to be my boyfriend. If he likes you, it will most likely be a weekly thing, if he doesnât, it will be monthly. Iâll pay you $100 a night and Iâll make your lunch every day so that you donât starve in the meanwhile. Iâll need you to act affectionately, possibly having your arm around me, holding my hand and in moments, kiss my forehead or cheek, all though those will be limited. If this is too much, please let me know now. Otherwise, do you have any questions?â
âWhy do you need to hire someone to do this?â
âMy father believes that I have a partner and he wants to meet him. I need to hire someone to act lovey-dovey with me.â
âWhy donât you just get a boyfriend?â
âMy father is ill and doesnât have the time for me to go out and fall in love.â
âWhy did you choose me?â
âYou seemed driven by money and not much else from my first impression, so Iâm assuming you will keep this strictly business like I want to.â
âWhy does your father think you have a partner?â
âThat question is off limits.â
âOne last one, when do we start?â
âTwo days from now. Be ready at 5pm and meet out the front of my office. Weâll head to my fatherâs house from there.â
âI look forward to doing business with you.â
We shook hands before Narumi left. I sighed as I sunk back into my chair. Pulling out my phone, I messaged my father to let him know that my partner would be joining us for dinner. I hoped that all went smoothly before getting up to go to my dorm to cook lunch for both Narumi and I for the next day.Â
The next two days were uneventful, filled with work, only seeing Narumi when handing him lunch. When 5 pm rolled around, Narumi was outside my door, dressed in a fresh pair of black skinny jeans and a tight fitting blue shirt. His hair was slicked up, the same way I had seen him on TV so many times. He smelled of spiced apple and the smallest hint of fresh mint when he greeted me. I was impressed with how well he cleaned up. I watched him giving me a once over, taking in my cream knitted shirt and faded jeans.Â
âAre we going to your old mans house now?â
I nodded, closing my office door behind me and walking towards the exit of the base. We reached my fatherâs house, giving a soft knock. I braced myself, hearing his footsteps approaching the door, remembering the excitement he was buzzing with over text message. The door flung open and I was greeted with my fatherâs exhausted face. He looked worn down and exhausted, a clear sign of his illness besting him these days. He reached out to hug me, welcoming me in, before extending a hand to Narumi for him to shake.Â
âWelcome to my home son, come in.â
Narumi stepped in after me, my father closing the door behind both of us. I led us down the hallway to the dinning room. I took a seat, Narumi mimicking my actions beside me and my father sitting across from both of us. Small talks of how everyone was exchanged, with my father frequently looking over at Narumi.Â
âI think I might go get started on dinner, Gen, dad, are you two okay to get acquainted while I cook?â
I received a nod from both as I rounded the corner. I could hear the conversation start.Â
âSo son, whatâs your name?â
âGen Narumi, Gen is written with the Kanji for string and Narumi is made up of the characters Naru for ringing and Mi for ocean. Should I refer to you Mr (Last name)?â
âPlease, (Dadâs first name) is fine. Say, are you the one I always see on TV with the Kaiju?â
âThat would be me, yes.â
âWow, I didnât expect my daughter to be able to bag a big shot like you! Honestly, she rarely tells me anything about you. I would hear that she went out with her partner every now and again but when she stopped mentioning you a month ago, I just assumed you had broken up. Iâm so happy to finally meet you.â
âIâm sorry to shock you like that sir, I promise weâre still going as strong as we previously were.â
âSo, after three years of avoiding me, I assume youâre here to ask for my daughter's hand in marriage?â
âDad! Stop freaking him out. I told you he is always busy with work.â
I could hear my dadâs laughter echo throughout the house. Dad and Narumi continued a light-hearted conversation about work, hobbies and interests while we ate dinner. At the end of the night, my father hugged us both, asking Narumi to not be a stranger and arranging for us to meet up again next week.Â
Narumi and I walked back to base in the brisk night.Â
âYour dad is really nice.â
âYeah, heâs always been really friendly but I think heâs extremely happy to finally meet a partner of mine.â
âHe said three years, did you have a partner of two years that refused to meet him?â
âThat depends, are you wanting to continue this arrangement?â
âI plan to continue, I already spent the $100 you gave me on Yamazon. I also think itâs good for your dad.â
âI appreciate that. I did have a partner, we were together for just over three years. He never met my dad once.â
âWhy not?â
âHe said he wasnât ready to meet parents yet. Apparently it would make it too serious.â
âToo serious? After three years? What a jerk.â
âSays the arrogant man that didnât want to know me until I was offering him money.â
Narumi laughed beside me as I nudged his side. The rest of the walk was filled with Narumi discussing his current game he was invested in.Â
The following days were filled with my dad texting me about how much he liked Narumi and wished he met him sooner. I passed on the messages when I handed Narumi his lunch. We slowly got closer, having inside jokes based off what my dad said, spending a night gaming together over online platforms and eating on the rooftop together when the days were especially nice.Â
The weeks came and went. Narumi grew closer to my father and I. The visits became more frequent but Narumi rejected me paying him more, offering a gaming night in exchange for spending time with my father. I could see their happiness grow with each visit together, my father would muster up all his energy just to spend time with Narumi. His smile would grow even more when we would show up with hands held together. He would pretend not to notice each time Narumiâs arm snaked its way around my waist when we all stood talking in the kitchen or the way he would kiss my forehead each time he took the dishes from the table to the sink. I knew my father would pretend not to notice but the way heâd glance in my direction after with a soft smile made me know that he approved. It gave warmth to my heart seeing the little twinkle in the corner of his eye.Â
I tried to pay no mind to how the warmth would fade on the way home when Narumi would drop his hand from mine. I constantly reminded myself how this was just a business transaction. I would never again get involved with someone from any division, but especially not my current assigned one. I just needed to play happy couple for my father. I could grin and bear it all for my father.
On an unimportant Wednesday, I received a message from my father, asking me and Narumi to visit. I received confirmation from Narumi that he could attend after work.Â
We arrived, hand in hand to my fatherâs place. When my father opened the door, I could see that today was a particularly bad day for him. We both greeted him before making our way to the dinning room. I went to sit down, when my father gave me a look that was almost pleading and nodded towards the kitchen. He wanted to speak to Narumi alone, it made me extremely nervous. Never-the-less, I announced I was going to the kitchen, receiving a small peck on the forehead from Narumi and making my way.Â
When in the kitchen, I started preparing dinner, straining my ears in the meanwhile to try to get the gist of the conversation. I stopped when I heard my father talk about how he didnât have much time left. It was too much to listen to, I instead focused on cutting the vegetables.Â
Dinner was mostly filled by light-hearted conversation between Narumi and my father. Narumi did the dishes in the end before we went back to base together, wishing a farewell to my father. On the way back, Narumi didnât release my hand this time. He held my hand tighter each time I tried to pull away. Finally looking up at him, I could see his eyes avoid mine.Â
âCome game in my room tonight. Iâll get us both a day off tomorrow.âÂ
I felt my heart rate pick up. Game? In his room? No one else but the two of us? I couldnât say anything, in fear that my voice would crack, instead opting for a nod to show my agreement.Â
Reaching back to base, I quickly ducked to my room to shower, put on some more comfortable clothes and grabbing my console before making my way to Narumiâs room. I glanced at the doors before gently knocking with my free hand. Narumi opened the door, still in his jeans and shirt from the night, his hair still slicked back. Narumi stood to the side, welcoming me into the room.Â
Instead of showering, Narumi had made a blanket fort for us on his couch, in front of the TV. He grabbed my free hand in his and lead me over to the couch, sitting us both down. I couldnât help but notice the proximity between us. I felt my leg pressed against his, his arm behind my shoulders and resting on the couch. I could clearly smell the intoxicating scent of his spiced apple cologne. I could feel the tips of my ears heat up and held my breath to slow down my heart rate.Â
âI know you brought your console, but I have two controllers, I thought maybe we could play a two player game?â
I nodded and placed my console on the ground. Narumi got up to get both controllers and I felt an almost longing at his warmth being removed. Narumi sat a little more away when he brought back the controllers, handing one my way. I spared a glance at him before flicking my eyes to the TV. Narumi pressed start on the game after I had curled up comfortably on the couch. Narumi continued to sit up, leaning forward when he was losing and the game got intense. I could see him shift his eyes on me for a moment when I was really invested in the game.Â
âYou remember how your old man spoke to me tonight?â
âYeah, what was that about?â
âHe told me a bit about his illness. He explained what it was and that the doctorâs suspect he might not have long left, as you already know.â
âOh. Iâm sorry heâs told you that. I know this is business for you.â
âNo, no. Itâs fine. Anyway, he said that he could see that you really love me. He also said he really approves of our relationship.â
âPfft, that old man, he doesnât know what heâs seeing anymore.â
âRegardless of that, he gave me something.â
âSomething?â
Narumi paused the game, pulling something out of his pocket. Now that I was looking at him, the awkwardness became apparent again. When I could finally see what was in his hand, I didnât know what to say.
âHe asked me not to leave you. He gave me the ring he gave your mum so that I could propose to you. It doesnât feel right for me to hold on to this.â
Narumi reached the ring out to me. I slowly took the ring from his hands. I looked over it multiple times, admiring the shine of the ring in the TV light. Without realising, a tear rolled down my cheek at the look of the ring. I didnât notice until I saw Narumi reaching over. His thumb wiped the tear off my cheek. I flushed, realising how he was leaning over me. One hand of his held his weight, while the other still rested on my cheek. His face was mere inches from mine and his body was so close that I could feel the heat radiating off him. I stopped moving, his eyes flickered to mine. I could see the small details of Narumi now. The red in his eyes was vibrant, the slim show of black hair that came through his silver undertone, the light dryness of his pink lips. My breath hitched. God how I wanted to kiss him. How I wanted to feel his body heat warming me as his hand caressed my face.
âYouâre staring.â
I gulp slightly, now more aware of all the things I could feel. The ring burned in my hand as I thought about Narumi. I just kept staring at him, watching his eyes shift over me, hoping he couldnât hear my heartbeat.Â
As if in slow motion, Narumi dipped his head until his lips met mine. The kiss made the butterflies in my stomach go mad and my head feel dizzy. Narumi didnât break the kiss, instead he attempted to open my mouth to let him in. I slowly parted my lips, letting Narumi explore. When he pulled away, his face was close enough for me to feel his breath fanning my face. His eyes searched mine for hesitation. When he found none, he sat up and pulled my arms with him so I sat up as well.Â
He leaned more into me, connecting our lips again. Nothing else was there in the moment but the pure giddy I felt to finally be kissing the captain of the first division. Until it clicked. The captain. Of the first division.Â
I pushed Narumi away abruptly. He gave me a look of confusion, not understanding what the difference between now and a moment ago was.Â
âIâm sorry. I canât.â
âI shouldnât have pushed it.â Narumi looked to the side, almost ashamed of himself.
âNo, itâs not that I don't want to. Trust me, I really really want to. I just canât. I promised myself i wouldnât.Â
Narumi refused to look my way. I took it as a sign that my time here has expired. I grabbed the ring and my console before leaving. I felt the sting of rejection and guilt. The guilt of feeling things only Narumi should be feeling. I cried myself to sleep that night, everything of the day being too overwhelming.Â
For the next month, Narumi avoided me. He didnât answer any texts, was only in the same room as me for meetings and refused to answer the door when it was knocked on. I had no official reason to see him, so I didnât get to apolgise. My father seemed increasingly concerned each time I came over without Narumi and the excuse of âwork is busyâ. My father didnât push me though.
Another month marched on in a similar fashion. Narumi had still avoided me. I went through many emotions, upset, angry (He is acting like such a child), longing, anything to get me through the period of losing someone that became almost like a best friend. Someone I had let my feelings grow for.Â
I sat in my office, the day done with work, when there was a knock at my door. I shot up, thinking it was Narumi. Hasegawaâs head popped through the door.Â
âCan I steal a moment?â
âI have to say, work finished an hour ago, but sure.â
âIâm here in a personal capacity.â
My eyebrow raised at his statement and I gestured towards the seat in front of me. I waited for Hasegawa to speak.Â
âTruthfully, I donât know what went on between you and Captain Narumi, I donât care to know either. But what I do know, is that for the past two months, Captain has been moping all the time. He acts strange whenever you walk past or your name is mentioned. In the past month as well, he has had me start to obtain things from your personnel file. I am telling you this, because I donât believe he is obtaining these for professional purposes.â
âWhat types of things do these files that he can access obtain?â
âPrevious employment records, length of employment, capability testing and your HR files, such as if you have needed to use our resources, why you left your last division, etc.â
I could feel my heart sink at the last sentence. Why I left my last division. The nightmare of the fifth division has plagued me since I left.Â
âThank you for your consideration, Hasegawa.â
âIn exchange, please assure you arenât too harsh on him when you patch things over. If you patch things over. Goodnight.â
I sat in my office after Hasegawa left, thinking over the previous division. The memory of my previous partner flashed in my mind. I shook away the thought, remembering would only hurt me.Â
A further week went on without any word from Narumi. He continued to avoid me. It hurt each time I saw him in the halls, returning from a Kaiju execution. His crimson eyes glimmered in full display when his bangs were up each time I saw him brag about how well he had done. His eyes would dull, if they landed on me, the hurt of rejection showing with the wounds to his pride from our night alone.Â
On a Friday, he had returned from a mission, bragging loudly in the halls about how a girl ran up to him to give him her number. He glowered with his team. When his eyes met mine, a small lift of his lips ensued. A smirk graced his face and a small flick of his wrist, brought my attention to the paper in between his fingers. I left the hall, deciding against saying anything to him.Â
In the shower that night, I grew my determination. I got dressed and made my way to Narumiâs room. I knocked on the door before immediately opening it. Narumi stood in the middle of the room, towel hung around his waist, hair slicked up and dripping, his chest bare for the world to see. I felt my determination waive, seeing Narumi half naked. We stood, both staring in shock at each other. I broke myself out of my trance, closing the door behind me and walking up to him.Â
âGen Narumi, I know I hurt your feelings but do you care to explain why youâre decided to avoid me for TWO whole months?â
âYou? Hurt my feelings? Donât kid yourself. It was just a bit of fun and I didnât want to deal with the awkwardness. Now if youâll excuse me, I have a date.â
âIf it was just fun, then why did you poke around in my file. I know you want to know why I left division five.â
âIâm not sure what youâre talking about.â
âHasegawa ratted you out. He told me you were looking through my file.â
âThat bastard. It doesnât matter anymore.â
âYes. It does. If it doesnât matter, why avoid me? Why do you seem so angry now.â
âYou want the truth?â
âPlease, that's all I ask for.â
âYou didnât even give us a chance. You brought me into your life, you introduced me to your dad, you asked me to kiss you and hug you, you looked at me like I was someone special to you. But that wasnât enough. You threw what we had away because of your stupid ex-boyfriend. Because he cheated on you, you believe weâre all going to do that or something? You think weâre all going to cheat and break up and turn the whole base against you. Iâm mad because you didnât even try to let me change your mind.â
I stared at Narumi for a little, unsure what to say. When I couldnât find the strength to argue back, I stepped towards him until I was close enough to wrap my arms around his waist.Â
âIâm sorry Gen. I should have thought about it. Will you give me the chance I failed to give you?â
I felt droplets of water fall on my head as he sighed.Â
âMan, my date is going to be pissed I canceled.â
âYou can go, Iâll stay here and save over your progress on your games.â
âDonât think youâre off the hook. You still need to prove youâre willing to give us a chance first.â
Narumi unwraps my arms, taking my hand in his again and pulling me to the couch. Narumi lays down, pulling me on top of him. He grabs the controller and puts on a show in the background. I sit myself up on his stomach, looking down.Â
âDo you think you could maybe get dressed before we cuddle?â
âWhy? Does seeing me this way turn you on?â
âAnd if it does?â
Narumi didnât hesitate to grab the collar of my shirt and pull me down into a kiss.I felt his hand that he had previously placed on my waist, make its way under my shirt to grope me. Through the towel, I felt a slight poke on my thigh that was growing bigger by the second. When Narumi was fully erect, he broke the kiss.
âIf it turns you on so much, then be my good girl and help me out.â
I nodded hungrily, getting off Narumi and kneeling on the ground in front of him. Narumi put one leg either side of me and allowed me to unwrap the towel that hung on his waist. When the towel was unwrapped, I gasped at the sight. Narumi seemed unbelievably hard, the vein on his length was prominent and the top leaked pre-cum from us kissing.Â
I flattened my tongue and ran it across the head, tasting him. Following the same pattern, I took the head in my mouth, using my spit to lubricate his length as my head continued to go lower. I gripped my hand at the base of his shaft, moving my head while sucking. Before long, Narumiâs hand was gripping my hair, while whispering âoh fuck (first name)â âgod this feels so goodâ âdonât stopâ, followed by a round of guttural moans. When I could feel his grip tighten and his hips start to rock, I pulled away. Narumi looked down with disappointment, muttering about how I looked so good with his dick in my mouth.Â
Narumiâs look of disappointment quickly changed when I stood up and slid my pants and underwear down. Narumi couldnât stop staring as I did a small strip tease while taking off my shirt, Narumi pumping his length while I did so. I stumbled onto his lap. Narumi was quick to lean back, attempting to line himself up. When he was aligned, I slowly slid down, Narumi throwing his head back, moaning. I gently bounced on his lap while readjusting to fit him inside. When I started picking up speed, Narumi attacked my collarbones, leaving love bites and traces of himself. The closer Narumi got, the more dirty talk he would use, telling me how I was his good girl and he was the only one that is allowed or even could fuck me this good. My moans got louder when his thumb roughly started rubbing circles on my clit. The feel of his fingers tugging me to the edge while his length continuously hit my g-stop was too much, but I was unable to stop, chasing my high. I started to feel the coil in my stomach come undone and my head start to go fuzzy, I stopped riding as vigorously. Narumi took over, thrusting up into me, finally pushing the last part of me over the edge. I didnât realise until i had come down from my high that Narumi had also reached his. I could feel him throbbing inside me and the hot liquid lining me.Â
We stayed in the same position for a while, Narumi still inside me, while we rested. Eventually, we got up to clean up. Both heading to the shower together.Â
âHey (First name), now that Iâve dicked you down that good, will you let me take you on a date?â
âIâll consider it when you apologise to my dad for not visiting him.â
We both started splashing water at each other, giggling while doing so.Â
âItâs been a long time since Iâve heard your laugh. I really missed you (First name).â
âI really missed you too Gen.â