Unbeknownst to his knowledge of those simple words
A/N: For those who don't know, in Poetry thereâs this thing where if you ask someone if the moon is beautiful it basically is an indirect way of saying âi love you.â And if the other person agrees then they are basically reciprocating and its mutual, so I guess you can get the gist of where this is going >:) muehehe (also sorry if the writing is kinda dry đMy brain juices were not juicing đ) This is also pretty lengthy so I apologize for the long read ^^;
[characters] Jade, Ortho, Deuce, Jack, Grim, Floyd, Azul
Normally students tend to avoid going to Octavinelle, the dorm that seems notorious for its shady under swept deals and the students residing there seeming to be all hushed and tight lipped about certain information. Some things they shouldn't know, yet they do and it makes you wonder how exactly they get such information. Yet one thing is undeniable, and it's the fact that they have a great cafe which tends to be overpriced, but usually of befitting prices for what they serve and provide.Â
Mostro Lounge, a chic sea themed cafe which is managed by Azul Ashengrotto and runned with students from all other dorms who seek to make extra cash. Its meals and tableware, everything from the music to the decor and the overall vibe was perfect for one to leisurely dine in and perhaps hang out and study. The calming hues of blue and purple, a shimmering accent of silver which compliments the place helps create a nice pleasant place and provides a great aesthetic. It surely did look pretty and elegant, the food there being just as delicious and the drinks delightful as the jazzy music sets in the vibes.Â
It was during the colder season where the sun usually starts to set earlier and the days would be shorter, the nights getting longer to be able to view the starry sky. Although not too late, the moon had already risen and was in full view. You sat near the glass wall where a full display of the waters were open and of view to you, nothing letting it shy away from watching eyes. Nothing roamed in the waters as you can make out, the only thing lighting up the dark void passed the glass being the lights illuminating the room you currently were dining in. Different colored corals and sea plants can be seen wavering around on the floor-the currents making it wave around slightly, its movements kind of enchanting you as you zone out for a bit watching the steady pacing.Â
âIf you arenât going to eat your food then I call dibs!â Grim exclaims right at the same time he snatches up your plate of food, to which you ordered some simple and light vermicelli noodles. The bowled plate is taken away and you didnât even seem to mind honestly. The soothing jazz music, the calm night in the lounge, and the background noises of side conversations from other students which can be heard as the workers walk by to drop off their orders or bust their tables. It was almost lulling you into a state of drowsiness, the temperature just right for you to even take a nap right here and now.Â
âTonight is very nice, don't you think Grim?â You say almost absent mindedly as you continue to stare at the empty waters. Your form is still like a doll as you keep your eyes on the glass pane window.Â
âBecause youâre treating me out for food? Heck ya! Nyahaha!â His response only prompts you to roll your eyes and a smirk spreads across your face as you sarcastically shake your head.Â
âYea well maybe I won't next time. After all, what are the chances of you getting all full marks on Crewel's potionology test?â Grim can only respond with a confident and upbeat response, ensuring that he is bound to continue to excel and this was just the beginning. You can only scoff but in all honesty, you can't deny that you were indeed proud of him for being able to reach a perfect score.Â
And if it werenât for Jadeâs help Grim wouldnât have done so well.Â
âAre you enjoying your night here in our humble dorm, Prefect?â
Speak of the devil. Jade comes up with a hand placed over his chest, giving you his signature smile as you turn to look at him, your head no longer facing the pane glass wall. Grim is engrossing himself in the food, perhaps the reason why he isn't feeling too timid with his presence at the moment.
âSurprisingly.â Your answer was short and blunt, but it was enough for Jade to chuckle a little as he finds amusement in your rather tired honesty.Â
âWell Iâm pleased to know that you are enjoying yourself in our lovely sanctuary (y/n),â his usual politeness being one of his main outward characteristically point. A yawn escapes from your mouth, placing a hand over to try and show courtesy and politeness as you nod your head to his response, not being so responsive.Â
âYou seem to be quite exhausted, Prefect, perhaps you should start heading back. Or if you want, we can lend you a room. For a certain price of course.â You don't even need to look at him to know that he has this sly little smile plastered on his face until Grim interjects before you can respond.
âNyah, we actually prefer to go back to Ramshackle now that we are done eating, right my henchman?âÂ
âOnce Iâm done with my drink, then weâll head back,â and just as you said, you reached over to cup the blue wine glass that was filled halfway with a fruity and sweet concoction of juices that danced on your tongue when you took a sip. Wanting to occupy yourself with something, you play around with the metal tube as you proceed to enclose your lips around the straw to take a generous sip of the beverage. Its taste was able to freshen you somewhat as you closed your eyes and relaxed a little on the leather seat, the smell granting you a satisfied hum. Grim next to you could only whine for you to hurry up - not wanting to stay any longer in the presence of one of the eel twin, but just to play around spitefully you purposely started to drink a lot slower and Jade can only watch as heâs always done and squint his eyes a little as his smile widens.Â
Jadeâs attention is brought onto the glass wall that he noticed you were staring at before, looking up only to be met with the glimmering silver that soaks into the waters swaying waves. The full moon looks back down at him as he continues to stand in front of your booth, continuing to sip your drink as Grim starts to lay next to you to take a nap.
âThe moon is quite beautiful tonight, don't you think Prefect?â He says it ever so calmly, saying those words as if to spark another conversation with you. Though it only prompts you to start coughing and hacking as you accidentally slurped in your drink a bit too fast and it ended up going to the wrong pipe. Youâre practically hurled over, hitting your chest as you wipe your mouth and Jade can only watch with wide eyes.
âNyahh!? What happened?!â Grim springs up from the sudden jerking motion of your coughing figure and you clench the ledge of the table sitting at the end of the cushion.
âMy, did I say something out of the ordinary (y/n)?â Once you look up to find his full attention on you, you can only try to calm down and inhale a breath as his display of a friendly smile bore into you. Why are you making such a big deal? Itâs not like those words had any meaning in this world, so there's no need to be making such a big deal (y/n)!
Youâre quite embarrassed honestly, especially because you thought he just confessed right then and there. But of course, that can't be the case because those words don't mean anything in this world like it does in yours. Quickly reaffirming yourself in your head, you let out another cough to clear your throat and catch your breath.Â
âA-Ah, no uhm, I thought I misheard you is all haha. But ahem, I would say that tonight is rather lovely haha.â And you try to regain your composure as you divert your eyes and finish up with your drink. A small hum can be heard from Jades tall figure as he places his fist over his mouth. âWell, I see you are rather more awake now. Pray do tell what you misheard, I am curious to know what got you so worked up dear Prefect.âÂ
Your cheeks are only decorated in more of a slightly deeper shade of red, and suddenly the straw is very interesting to look at as you twirl it around in between your gloveless fingers. âYou wonât get it, it won't make sense anyways. Just some nonsense.â You can only wave your hand dismissively and he can't help but grow even more intrigued as your brows furrow and you continue to brush it off.
âHow unfortunate you canât seem to try and help me understand, even though I went through all the trouble to help you and Grim with your studies. I find that rather unfair especially since I see that you two have bore fruit in your success due to my aid.âÂ
His words help you gain back your composure, resteeling yourself as you straighten your back and shoot him a placate smile. âHmm? Whatever do you mean Jade? Iâm paying you back by visiting you and dining at the place you work at so you can gain income. I think thatâs plenty enough to repay you.â He only squints just slightly at you in response and youâre pretty sure you can feel as if youâve triggered something in him be it good or bad - that's something you don't really wanna find out though.
âOya? You came to see me specifically? I don't see it as a valid reason enough considering that's how one would usually repay others when they are indebted to them.â
You slightly pout at him, and as usual Jade always seems to counter your attempt of being sly and snarky with his own silver coated tongue. âWhaaat? Are you saying my visit isnât enough for you? How could you, even though I came all this way just to see YOU specifically.â You lean into the cushion almost dramatically and animated to further emphasize your offended playful nature.Â
He seems to be fairly accustomed to your playfulness and responds accordingly. âAlthough you claim to come over to Octavinelle to come visit me specifically, I account this is the first we are talking since you made your appearance. I believe Floyd has interacted with you more than I have today.âÂ
âOkay well point is, I still came over for you. And to express my thanks I was helping the profit of the Mostro Lounge. Not only will you benefit but Azul would greatly appreciate my patronage! Plus, Floyd is happy knowing I'm here. See? Everyoneâs happy!â
Finding the littlest details possible, you make it as important as ever. But Jade is not fooled by your little over exaggeration and nitpicking. Of course, one would know another's tricks well when they themselves do it. And he seems to find great entertainment from the way you carry on with this drag. He truly does feel a sort of fondness for you with the way that you are. Not that heâs ever said however.Â
âAre you assuming that I am satisfied with what youâve offered me?â When you look up at him you can see the way his eyes look more meticulous now, as if heâs observing your every move. Dissecting you piece by piece as he awaits for your response, patiently waiting for when he could strike and counter your words. You leave your mouth slightly agape for a moment thinking carefully for what your next words were to be, carefully trying to see what you could say in response - however the pressure of having to hurry and say something quick overrides you because if you don't, then it would be like you couldnât match up to him. Not like you could ever, but it wasnât a nice feeling when you let others know they have a winning upperhand. And he seemed to relish knowing that you were feeling this pressure from the way he was looking at you.
âI am assuming you arenât dissatisfied with it.â Putting up an undeterred front, you do your best to try and keep a steel-like straight face as you stare at his mismatched eyes.Â
With the way his eyes go back to their non-disturbing look you can only assume you satisfied him with your play of trying to be undisturbed. The tension is then suddenly broken when Grim lets out a complaint, saying how heâs tired already and that he just wants to go home now. Sprawled over your thighs as his back lays against them as if he was putty, an unprompted sigh escapes your mouth and you pick up grim in your arms, standing up as you begin to excuse yourself.Â
âGoodnight then Jade, Iâll excuse myself now.âÂ
âAnd as is the same to you, pleasant dreams to you Prefect.âAnd with that, Jade goes ahead and picks up the empty porcelain dishes and the glass cup, remnants of eaten food and a little puddle of liquid to show it had been put to its intended use.Â
âI came all this way to see YOU specifically.â Your words replay in his head as he walks back to the kitchen, a slight sulky pout on his face to which no one is able to witness.Â
âI wish you could say that more often my dear (y/n).â Setting them down into the sink, the water runs as he turns on the faucet. The pressurized water splashes as the dishes make contact and he can only stare down at it as he begins to think of you. A little susurrus naturally slipped out under his breath as the sound of running water deafened his words of one sided longing. âHmm, it seems that they were trying to avoid agreeing about the moon⊠âÂ
On the walk back to your dormitory, Grim looks up at you from where you hold him in your arms. âHey Henchman, did Jade say something funny back there?âÂ
Looking down at him, the pale ashen color of the moon's rays blanketing you both as it illuminates your path, you can only give him a slightly wide eyed response. âItâs nothing. Just something from my world is all. What he said about the moon, it means something in my worldâŠâ Your voice can only trail off as you think back to the incident, the familiar expression of embarrassment starting to bubble up again as your face heats up to which you can't help but bury your face in Grims fur as you recall what a stupid reaction you mustâve given. Grim is grumbling and complaining as you indulge in his fuzziness, seeming a bit shocked and confused from your sudden outburst. âYer squeezinâ me ahhh!â
Loosening your grip on him, he lets out a dying wheeze as if he finally escaped from a crushed boulder on top of him. The sound of your shoes walking softly on the ground fills the air aside from the huff you let out as you try and sort yourself out.Â
Youâre overreacting here (y/n), Jade doesnât love you. He doesnât even know what those words mean! And even if he did itâs not like you love him either. Though that simple phrase was enough to have you thinking about him the entire walk back, perhaps going to give you some sweet dreams just as how he wished you back when you left.Â
He definitely knew what he was doing-as the leech he is-was able to slither his way into your thoughts as planned and stick there. Something similar to a parasyte as one can compare. The way he just sticks in your head as you now roll in bed, constantly replaying his words. Why do you keep replaying these words? Why does your heart race when you replay the scene in your head over and over again and you remember how his voice sounded? Why were you starting to make random scenarios in your head, visualizing him and you wa- SNAP OUT OF IT (Y/N)!Â
Sure no ones ever said those words to you before but you have to remember that it means nothing! So what if the moon is beautiful? That's all there is! You must be crazy if you think you may be coming down with something regarding that little slimy eel. He doesnât know what those words mean anyways, why would he say that to you?
Point is, he doesn't know. End of discussion!
Oh he soooo knows, though you donât know he knows. At least, not yet.
Moving the pawn over to create space for the castle to move, Jade makes his move while hovering over the wooden chess pieces. Closely calculating every piece carefully despite there being no other attentive player on the other side. Not wanting to catch your attention like a snake hunting for its prey, he goes ahead and advances forward quietly.
âDeuce! Jack! W-wait up for me, please!â You tiredly try to jog towards Deuce and Jack, though you would say it's less of jogging and more so walking at a jagged pace. Sweat drips down your form, drenching you and stains of sweat are pitted on your underarms and chest. You slow down, bending over as you place your hands on your knees to catch your breath. The sun's rays washing over the lands as you three stand beneath it, its heat adding onto more of excretion of sweat.Â
âN-Never again. You two are trying to kill me!â Huffing and gasping desperately, Deuce comes over to pat your shoulder in hopes of comforting you. His hand placed softly atop of your draping shoulder as he slightly bent down to your crouched figure. âSorry (y/n), I didnât consider how today's club session would be like for people who arenât accustomed to running so much at a consistent rate.â You can tell by the tone of voice that he genuinely felt guilty having you get put up with all that running, and Vargas being Vargas was not so lenient.Â
âMy feet are in so much pain. It feels comparable to wearing heels the entire day, I hate this so much.â A feigned sob is ushered out and as the reliable person he is, Jack comes over to try and comfort you as well. âI can lend you an arm if it helps. Really, you should have expected that much running at least when you offered to come participate in the track and field club.â To be fair, you only came because Deuce wanted you to check out the club in hopes that youâd be interested in joining. So you gave it a shot.
Never again. Jack shakes his head as if scolding a little child and the sound of him clicking his tongue can be heard, his brazen feathered white locks of hair swishing from side to side as he jerks his head.Â
âI can lend you my arm as well! Please don't hesitate to ask for my help if you need it (y/n)! Iâll gladly let you rely on me.â Deuceâs sweet fluffy voice reminding you of a newborn hatched chick makes you soften up a bit, and despite being so sweaty you went ahead and latched onto Deuce as his offer seemed much more friendly and welcoming. He seemed to not mind it though, and Jack seems to not care whether or not you planned on relying on him. Though you acknowledge his outwardness to help. With a settled huff, you three began to walk down the dirt path that maps out the campus.Â
âMaybe my feet hurt because I don't have the proper footwear.â
âYour preparation skills are even worse than I thought (y/n).â
âLook, what's done is already done okay? No need to keep saying stuff that would get me into a dour mood Jack.â
âYouâre right, I didnât mean to restate the obvious then if youâve already acknowledged it.â
His words just make you hit him slightly on the arm, not in a hurtful way but a hit that was as light as when the waves would crash onto your feet in the sand. He didnât mean to sound ill willed, but he has his ways of showing concern for those he cares about. He grimaces for a bit but simply overlooks it knowing that was just your usual play, noticing the way his ears would twitch from your usual playfulness - you guys had a comfortable dynamic and it showed.
âIf you don't have any proper footwear, we can go stop by Samâs shop and buy you some.â
Deuce suggestion diverts your attention back onto him, your arms still linked together as you lean on him for support while you stagger off, giving him a reaffirming nod. He seemed pleased to be of help to you, as if fulfilling the role of a good friend.Â
 âYea, let's go. I need to buy me some new socks anyways.â
âI don't think the problem is with my shoes. Although it may not be all the best to comfort me in running, it still gets the job done.â
Jack can only look down to observe your shoes as if to analyze what you said is true, trying to identify whether or not your words support your claim. His yellow sunset gaze which could be compared to how the sun's rays shined is heating you all right now as it bores down on you.
âJack, before you say anything. Don't.â
âDon't look at my shoes, Iâm poor okay. I feel like youâre secretly judging me.â
âNot exactly judging per say.â
âSee! That doesn't make it any better.â A light chuckle originates from Jack as he playfully looks over to you, a small smile soon cracking on his caramel skinned face as his voice dies down.Â
âHow are you feeling Prefect?â A firm hand is now gripped on the other side of your shoulder, the feeling of your sweaty and sticky body meshing with your clothes as your scent muddles in with the fibers making up the cloth hugging your figure. Deuce has been walking alongside you now for the entirety of your guys walk as you head towards Sam's Shop, still quite a distance away. Feeling the need to check in on you, he continues to firmly lay his hand on your shoulder to better comfort you.Â
âDeuce, youâre so considerate. I feel like I might just let out a heartfelt sob for how sweet youâre being right now.â You let out a feigned exasperated sigh - in response though Deuceâs reaction is one of surprise which you could feel without even looking at the way his body stiffens a little.
âE-Eh? This really is nothing though (y/n), youâre in pain after all. It would only be natural to help someone in need.â
âTrue, but you know this really helps a lot. Iâm in so much pain, I practically don't wanna walk anymore.âÂ
âYouâre over exaggerating a bit,â A little quip response from Jack makes you pout and shake your head to show you denied it.Â
âNot true! Gosh if I had a significant other or something I'm sure they wouldnât mind carrying me! Ah the convenience of having someone like that.â
âDo you really think theyâd do something like that for you?âÂ
âWould you do that for your significant other?â
And without a second thought, he immediately answers. Only then does he seem to find how meaningless his question was upon answering yours.Â
âI think having a significant other would be nice, but I don't think that's something I am trying to actively pursue right now.â Deuce chimes in his own thoughts and you let out a little laugh which also chimes just as beautifully.
âI think youâd need to be better at talking to girls first before you even consider trying to pursue one.â Light hearted laughter airs around you as you lean into his arm, your shoulders bumping up rhythmically.Â
âThe last time you talked to a girl, or tried to court one - if you can even call it that - was the ghost that kidnapped Idia.â
Deuce sputters out, feeling a sense of embarrassment as you tease him about his interactions with the ghost bride, his face burning a bright red like the cards in which glossed a new coat of red paint on white roses. Besides you both, Jack takes into consideration your walking speed. He truly was showing consideration in his own way and it was something you didn't mind at all, in fact it made you feel appreciative for what he was doing. He would be leaving the two of you in the dust if he wanted to, only showing that he does indeed care about you. Deuce does the same of course, considering you are latching onto him for support as you stagger about.Â
âI would understand why Deuce would just freeze up like that. When it comes to expressing those types of feelings itâs always better to actually be sincere about it.â Jack has always been more on the serious side, always viewing the perception of love as something that should last forever between you and your partner. A sense of loyalty and something not to take lightly of.
Love has many different meanings to it. A vast broad way to make a connotation of sorts which could be related in any way whatsoever. Something that you blatantly already knew of course. âOk mister love counselor, I get that part alright? Besides, itâs not like you have to actually say you love them, I think itâd be harder to believe if you did say âi love youâ though.â
With his ears flattening with your sarcastic remark he shouldâve known better than to say something that has at least more than once been thought about.Â
âShe didnât require you to say âI love you.â As long as you were a good enough candidate to fit her unrealistic, old fashion, and cliche ideal standards then youâd be good to go.â
âOkay but I meant it in a general sense. Not just for the incident with Eliza.âÂ
âWhat do you mean?â His question beckons to be answered as his tail waves from slight confusion, Deuce also sharing a similar if not more confused look.Â
âWell if someone told you they loved you in a romantical sense, would you believe them?â
âAm I supposed to doubt them? Thatâd just be rude and disrespectful to their feelings.â
âMe personally, you could say it would also depend on who's confessing to me.âÂ
âThat's true too Deuce. I could say the same. But I don't know. How could you believe someone who would confess such strong words towards you? I find it a bit surreal.â
âHas anyone ever confessed to you (y/n)?â
A low snorkeling chuckle comes out unprompted as he muses himself in your dejected response and Deuce can only shake his head a little from the way the two of you have been slightly bantering with each other. Usually it would be Jack to be the one shaking his head, but you tend to bring out the mischievous and playful side of him.Â
âIâm going to take this personally and hope that you also take me not taking your arm personally too.â
Jack is visibly taken aback with your proclamation as his ears perk up. âHow childish!âÂ
âNo it's not! You basically just told me that I'm not attractive!â
âDon't put words into my mouth!â
âOr! Perhaps you do have secret admirers and they are too scared to confess (y/n)â
Silence fills the air as you both have failed to think of such a possibility during the small moment of your little bantering, both your heads turning to look at Deuce who gives you guys a more serious face.
Relaxing a bit as Jack and you jaunted down, you go back to your usual casualness as the three of you continue your way to Sams. Your destination is not too far off as you three have been filling the time with conversation, making the walk feel shorter than usual. âOh that might be true for most people. People may just be scared to confess to others.âÂ
âI mean you can always indirectly confess you know. A lot of people do that instead of outwardly confessing.âÂ
Deuce's eyes widen a bit with a type of child's curiosity and it only prompts you to further expand on what you meant. âDo you mean like a love letter?â Jack inquires and gives off from your earlier proposition.Â
âYeah, basically. Or you can say something to convey your feelings to them.âÂ
âSuch as?â Deuce with his ample experience seems to show quite the interest despite stating some time ago that pursuing someone was not something he was actively trying to do. Though he still valued it as something to consider for future references in the case that a situation were to spring up and prompt him to initiate.Â
An endearing smile scrawls on your face as you peer over to Deuce, Jack also listening intently as well. All this talking seems to have distracted you from the pain in your feet, but despite your hold on Deuceâs arm loosening you continue to keep your arms linked together anyways as the cool breeze comes to freshen you three up.âWell, there is this saying in poetry back in my world some people were fond of using some time ago. You basically ask someone if the moon is beautiful, and that's basically saying that you love them. If they agree with you then that's them reciprocating your feelings.â
âAh, really? Thatâs some interesting and creative way of doing it. I feel like I wouldnât be able to tell at all and only see it as a regular question though.â Deuce still nonetheless finds it rather intriguing. âReally? Iâm sure there must be a saying similar to that here.â As you make it up to the shop, finally arriving after what felt like a short time despite the lengthy conversation, you find a familiar face.Â
âOh, is that? Ortho!â Waving over to Ortho, he reciprocates the friendly gesture and waves back. Seemingly, it appeared that Ortho just came back from some shopping from Sam's shop, quickly walking over in a spring-like gait.
âAh! Itâs (Y/n)(L/n), Deuce Spade, and Jack Howl! What a pleasant surprise to see you guys. Are you guys planning on getting something from Sam's shop?â His friendly personality was warming as usual and he was one of the people here whom you got along fairly well.Â
Finally latching off of Deuces arm you decide to give it a try to stand as you also intend to approach Ortho with a welcoming and friendly smile. No longer leaning your weight on Deuce to help support yourself, you wince a little but endure the pain as you apply your usual weight onto your feet. Ortho seems to automatically notice and with the way his brows furrowed to show concern, Deuce and Jack come from behind standing close in the case that something happens.
âAh prefect, you seem to be in pain! Your pain receptors and heart rate along with your tissue sensors seem to indicate you have a sense of soreness on your feet! Have you been over exerting yourself perhaps?â And as usual, due to Orthoâs inbuilt sensor indicator he seems to be all the more observant about your throb.Â
âAha you could say that. I joined Deuce and Jack in their club today so that's why. So here we are to buy some comfortable socks for me in the near future if this does happen again.â
Your lighthearted laugh doesn't seem to shake off Orthoâs concerned looking face however, so he offers to try and heal you up with some ointment packed on him. Youâre grateful really, but you don't really feel all that comfortable taking your shoes and socks off right now in front of your friends after a hearty run.
âOh no thank you Ortho. I really appreciate it but Iâm sure Iâd be better with some rest after. On another note, how about you search something up for me?â Your sudden change in topics catches Deuceâs and Jackâs attention as they both stare at your back as if knowing what you plan on asking.Â
âOh sure! If you insist so then Iâll leave you be then Prefect. What is it you wanted me to search up? I can get it in a blast!â His enthusiasm felt infectious and it quirks a small smile on your face despite the enduring pain. His body language conveying as such similar to how a human normally would if not for his obvious robotic decals and constructure.Â
âCould you see if this saying means anything? âThe moon is beautiful, isn't it?ââ In a docile manner he quickly gets to it and with a few audible beeping computerized clicks he announces some articles and other works of literature where such a line would be found; similarly fitting the words or having the words exactly but not in a way to express someone's affection for another.
âAh, I see. So your world really doesn't have that saying around.â You didnât sound disappointed per-say, but you didnât really expect much either. Upon noticing your lack of reaction, Ortho tilts his head curiously.Â
âWhat were you hoping to find Prefect? Iâm sure whatever it was we can find it together!â
Shaking your head lightly you only cross your arms and let out a slight sigh. âYou see, back in (y/n)âs world, that saying is an indirect way to say âI love you,â something you say to confess your feelings apparently.â Jack comes from behind and now to the side of you as he makes his presence more prominent. With an intrigued shine in Orthoâs eyes, he grips on his grocery bag slightly and brings a delighted fist up over to where his mouth would be.Â
âAh! On the way here were you guys perhaps talking about ways to confess to someone?â
âEr, not exactly. The topic kinda just happened as we were talking about how to indirectly confess to someone in general.â Deuce also comes in to step up from behind and by your side now as he too makes his presence more prominent.Â
âOh I see, the topic of love and confessions! How wondrous, should I search for some other ways to indirectly court or express your feelings towards someone?âÂ
Bringing a hand up to stop Ortho, you give him a little small smile to assure him that it wasnât needed. âThanks for the offer Ortho, but that was all I wanted at least. Everythings rather copacetic right now anyways haha.âÂ
âAnyways, we should better get going since I have some plans later.â Jack begins to announce as he proceeds to walk up and you soon follow after in a wobbly state, though still managing, as Deuce follows behind intentionally there to look out for you in case youâd need assistance.Â
âAww well alright then, it was nice talking to you guys. See you some time!â And with a fleeting goodbye wave, the three of you go ahead and approach Samâs shop. Ortho now off with a tune playing as he goes down the dirt path road back to Ighynide.Â
âOh? How fascinating. To think such simple words convey tremendous feelings, fufu. Perhaps I should try saying it to them sometime when I have the courage.â Near the building of Samâs shop, a ludicrous tall shadow looms behind a fairly covered tree.
Sneaking behind one of his towers, Jade picks up one of his pawns and sets it forward, diagonal to yours. Now swallowing and taking out one of your pawns heâs able to decrease your chess pieces. Moving your king further back out of sheer blindness and fear, all to which you know you should protect, Jade proceeds to think of his next move; now eyeing the knights in the back row which was still perfectly not in use aligned with his king and queen.Â
âSometime ago from the mirror chamber over to the botanical garden I saw Jack, Deuce, and my darling pearl (y/n) coming from the field as I made my way. I must admit, I indeed felt irked that they were clinging onto Deuce like that. However I kept my composure and decided to stay hidden and observe, something that I have always reaped benefits from.â
âTo continue along, as I was listening to what they were talking about it appears that they were on the subject of how to court someone indirectly. Oh what a valuable insight to what my dearest has to say!â
In the botanical garden there sat the infamous student, Jade Leech. With no one around in the greenery place, there he sat talking to his mushrooms to which he cared for tenderly. In the placement of actual companions who could listen to his lovesick woes and scheming little ploys, it seems that he much prefers talking to his own plants which grow healthily from his careful attentiveness and candid affection.Â
âWould my little shrooms care to know what it is my dearest had said?â To no response from the fungi planted in its bed of components, he only lets out a more passionate look to compel more.Â
âThe only thing they talked about was this saying back in their world. The person who asks if the moon is beautiful is quite frankly another way to profess your love in poetry. If the person who you asked it to agrees then they basically are reciprocating your mutual feelings. Isnât that lovely?â
No response. If someone were to witness this surely theyâd think that Jade would be a little crazy. Not like heâll let anyone see him in this state though. Lest if they do then pray to the sevens that they would be able to see the next day come.
Adjusting the lighting to perfectly fit the conditions to aid its growth, Jade lets out a beaming smile as he thinks about the two things he tends to show more prominent love aside from his familial relations. You and his mushrooms.Â
âIf I continue to engage in social interaction with (y/n) then I am positive the likelihood of them returning my feelings would be higher. Iâve been doing so for the past few months now, perhaps I should start planning my confession.â
Sitting on a bench, he slumps in his folded arms ensuring that his head or arms were away from the bedded fungi; the edge of the earthy wooden table. Flashes of your face and scenarios playing in his head arise like a continuous movie film on repeat, the sound of your laughter and the feeling of his heart racing in his chest felt like he was immersed in the movie he was watching. Oh how he could replay them over and over again, a goofy love-stuck smile curling on his face as he buried it deeper into his arms.
âJade! There ya are!â A sudden voice calls out to him and he springs up from surprise. He didn't hear anyone come in, just how long has he been in his own little world?
âAh Floyd, what are you doing here?â Standing up from where he sat, he began to approach Floyd as he was coming over towards his way as well. A prime smile on his face yet he looked brighter than ever.Â
âAzul needs ya. Youâve been gone for awhile, thought ya went out to the mountains again,â swinging down with a huff as he sits himself on the bench, he leans his head back to give him a rather laid back smile. âGood thing you were in here though, wasnât planninâ on tryna get you back all the way from the mountains.âÂ
âOh my, did I perhaps lose track of time? Thank you for letting me know Floyd, I'll be sure to hurry along then.â The materialistic multitudes of sound coming together as Jade brushes and pats himself come together to accompany the brightful air around him. âAh? Yer beinâ all smiley Jade, is it cus of these damn mushrooms or somethin?âÂ
âYou could say itâs part of the reason, Floyd.â
With a click of the tongue and his brows slightly twitching, Floyd bounces up with a swift swing of his legs and starts walking alongside Jade. âUgh, is it shrimpy again?â
âGasp! How did you know?â As Jade makes a feigned gasp and his hand placed over his mouth, Floyd can only roll his eyes and shake his head from his fake and obvious display of faux surprise. âUrgh, keep yer lovey-dovey thoughts to yerself. I aint tryna hear all that sappy and weird stuff again.âÂ
âOh dear, and here I thought you actually secretly liked to hear my woes Floyd.â With the both of them now walking off, Floyd and Jade start to talk about other affairs as they head back to Mostro Lounge.
Without realizing it, you move your castle over and take out his pawn resting on the black squares making up the chessboard. Too infatuated with his own plans, he fails to see you make a move with your knight and you proceed to place it on a white square. Ready to defend what you have left or ready to steal his pieces.Â
The indifferent sounds of inharmonious male voices fill up the school halls as they go by their constructed schedule of schooling. Classes are left empty momentarily as students leave to head on and transition over to their next subject whether it be magic history or astrology, or perhaps they may skip and find the chance to slack off.Â
A diversity of students are scrambling around and covering the school grounds, if seen above it might be like seeing a field of colorful jelly beans laid out on a structured maze platform. Stepping out of the classroom which is labeled at the top â1-A,â you and Grim along with many others go by the schedule as well; stepping out of the classrooms to head on over to their next classes.Â
âRaaah~! I almost fell asleep there. Can you believe weâre gonna have an upcoming test in Crewel's class?!âÂ
A yawn can be heard and ushered out from your little fur ball of a companion, Grim. Resting on your shoulders you can only respectively share the same tired stare on your face as you step out into the school corridors. âWe have a day or two maybe to study for it, it should be enough time to cover what we need to go over.âÂ
The wintery dim skies makes the air around you a bit more chilly than normal, making you feel a little drowsy even. âMrmgh, whyâd we have to get out of bed ~? It was the perfect temperature to sleep in!â As he then closes his eyes while resting on your shoulder, you can only give a sigh and roll your eyes as you make your way over to your shared class. With heavy eyelids and heavy limbs dragging your feet, you lazily make your way past the cluster of students.Â
âYea no kidding, I wanted to sleep in too. Any second longer and I wouldâve succumbed to the comfort of our bed.â Bringing your hand to your face you start rubbing your drowsy eyes. âGod the weather is so perfect to sleep in. A cold morning is so nice.âÂ
âI agree, I feel rather closer to home the more the temperature drops.âÂ
âWHAT THE FUC-/ NYAHHHHH!â
As you and Grim jump up into the air - his fur all frayed and animated looking like those Halloween black cats up on display windows during the spooky-season sales - Jade stands behind the two of you with a casual smile on his face.Â
âFufu, well I see you are rather more awake now.â Alongside him stood Floyd and Azul, the most recognizable sea trio ever. Floyd seemed to also be in a sleepy state as his slanted eyes were closed and his stance being all lazy and slump-like. Azul, ever the dashing man he is, looks back at you with a formal smile.Â
âI must agree with you there Jade. Although the weather cannot nearly compare to the temperature at home, I find the cold to be rather comforting.âÂ
âW-What the hell Jade? Donât pop up out of nowhere like that.â As you place your hand over your chest, the feeling of your heart beating rapidly due to the fright can be felt and heard in your eardrums. âApologies, my intention wasnât to scare you, Prefect.â Although you can't be too sure if he really was genuine with that apology, the look on his face said otherwise. And with a slightly scoffing click of the tongue you fix your posture and stand up with a straight posture to address him.Â
âWhat do you guys want?â After youâve calmed down, you press your palms on your hips, giving him a more stern expression. Grim is practically still recovering from the sudden scare as he clings onto your leg. âOya? Asking us what we want? Why arenât you a generous one (y/n).
âIndeed, if that's the case then I would like-â
âYou know damn well that's not what I meant!âÂ
âOi, shut it will you? Yer loud voice is botherin me.â Floyd speaking up in irritance causes you to divert your attention onto him and you flinch back a bit, making note of controlling your volume. Coming up to stand in front of Jade now, your attention is now placed onto Azul, his pristine air around him calling for professionalism. âTo be quite frank, we heard your little call of distress just now and would like to offer assistance.â Smiling ever so politely as he places his hand on his slightly puffed up chest, you can only feel a sense of dread for what's to come.Â
âYou want to help us study for our upcoming potionology test? Why? Whatâs in it for you?âÂ
Feigning a shocked and offended look, Azul shakes his head slightly and you continue on just stare at him with disinterest. âWhy, out of the goodness of my heart of course! Iâm just trying to help my dear friend, yes? Iâm just trying to show my comradery because friends are supposed to support and help each other.â Hearing his words make you snicker, and Jade canât help but be amused a little at the show displaying your interactions with Azul.Â
âHmm? Shrimpy and little seal needs help with their studies? Oooh count me in~ heheâ Finally feeling awake with a sense of amusement, Floyds demeanor shifts to a more sneaky and cunning air around him. âWait, I didn't even agree to this!â Grim lets out a similar statement as well, picking him up into your arms as you hold him for a sense of comfort.Â
âNow now no need to be so rude. We merely just want to help.â You know damn well that he has other intentions other than to simply just âhelp,â and what other perfect way than to try and take advantage of the fact that you two had an upcoming test. âNo way, I'd rather have someone else tutor us.âÂ
âOh how your words and hostility wound me (y/n),â bringing a finger to swipe at his fake tears Azul then moves to the side and switches back up once again. âVery well, if you refuse to take my assistance then why not choose between the Leeches to tutor you?âÂ
Giving him the most âAre you seriousâ look ever towards Azul, you divert your eyes to look over at Jade and Floyd who stood beside each other. It was like you were in a bachelorette/bachelor show right now having to pick between which twin you wanted to date as Azul was the host. âW-Wait I never-â
âTimeâs ticking Prefect, unfortunately we all have classes to attend so hurry won't you?âÂ
WHY IS HE PUTTING ME ON THE SPOT?!
Grim being firm with his whine and response simply says he doesn't want either and jumps out of your arm, scrambling off to class without you, seeing that you really were left alone in this situation. Thanks so much âcompanion.â Darting your eyes back and forth to Jade's polite yet somehow eerie aired smile and Floydâs amused and up-to-no-good lazy smirk, you frantically blurt out one of their names without much thought.Â
âJ-Jade!â It wasnât an easy pick, but in all honesty at least this eel can try and be tame for the most part. So scratch that, it was a rather easier and obvious pick. With a pleased smile on his face, Jade simply places a hand over his chest as if he was glad to have been chosen. âI will do my best to tutor you well then Prefect. Thank you for choosing me.â Ding Ding Ding! And it seems that (y/n) chose contestant number 2! Jade Leech!Â
âEhhh? Why didnât ya pick me shirmpyyyy? It wouldâve been so much more fun. Oh well, Iâm not really feeling like tutoring ya no more anyways.âÂ
You guess calling Jade was a good call, but the slight glint in his eyes causes some uneasiness in you. Letting out a slight chuckle and a one-sided crooked smile, you look up to Jade who now as well stood in front of you. âAha, yea.. I look forward to it as well.â As you make up your quick plans of when and where to meet, you four all go your own separate ways to head over to class. Thinking to yourself, you really had no choice or say in this with the way they gave you no options whatsoever. Â
âLook at you looking so chipper Jade.â Floyd slightly remarks as out of the three, Jade's smile is ever so radiant.Â
âYes, I'm quite pleased that the plan went rather well.â
ââPleasedâ is such an understatement. You seem more ecstatic to say the least, like how you are always with those batches of mushrooms.â
âUrgh, don't even mention 'em Azul. It's already enough having to hear him talk about his mushrooms and âShrimpy thisâ or âShrimpy that,â blergh.âÂ
âIâm glad to know I am not a direct victim of his ramblings with you in my stead.â
âOh how you both wound me so.â And as the three walk off in the opposite direction, the show of bachelorette/bachelor has ended with you and Jade going to meet up for your little date. With Grim being there of course, but under Jade's care he is a rather easy case to take care of and Jade will ensure that things will be under control now.Â
The first drops of snow in your heart flutter down as the first lingering thoughts of Jade come hither to rest in your mind. And as Jade proceeds to move his knights in places to ensure his next move winds up being a success, slowly breaking down your wall of pawns to get to the heart of what makes you stay in the game, to obtain your king and end the game. Slowly but surely, his methodical and strategic thinking would lead him to success and only then, would he be able to have your king. A game of chess to where you don't know youâre playing as he stares down at the chessboard.
Iâve been seeing him more often lately⊠A lingering thought nestles in as you make your way over to class.
Three pawns down, no moves made, and a clear break through heading towards your unprotected king. An open line is presented and clear for him to make a bold break for it. With slight hesitation as he's about to pick up his knight, he then draws back his hand and proceeds to bring his king up instead.Â
âHey Henchman, is it just me or have we been seeing Jade a lot more often recently?â
âGlad to know youâre finally noticing Grim, I've seen him around much more frequently since a couple months ago too. Itâs quiteâŠ. Odd honestly.âÂ
I kinda wanna see him some more thoughâŠ
 âYou think heâs trying to get something from us?â Perched on the top of your head, Grim tilts his head forward a little to try and make curious eye contact with you. With his pitchfork-like tail wagging around in the air, you casually make your way down the stairs from NRCâs main building to head back to Ramshackle dorm.
âI hope not. Not like I'll just let him anyway, man I hope we don't see him again.â
I wonder where he could be right now⊠could he⊠be busy? Itâd be nice to see him againâŠ
With a lift of your foot, another step is placed off the hard slate wooden stairs as you now continue onward. Classes have ended and an assortment of dispersed students with colors consisting of their respecting dorms filter through the halls quickly. Some going back to rest in their dorm rooms, others maybe attending after school club activities, or perhaps some going to pursue their other hobbies. Whatever time is available, every student here uses it to the fullest.
âYa could say that again. If he comes by again then Iâll just blow out my flames and cook him dry! Nyahaha!â
His arrogant laugh makes you roll your eyes as a soft smile forms on your face, slightly shaking your head with Grims weight on top. âHah, sure, whatever you say Grim.â
âIt's THE Great Grim!âÂ
With a flick of your wrist and a scoff, you couldn't bother to resay his name just for his own satisfaction even in a sarcastic manner. Tilting your head in a mischievous manner, you feel the weight of Grim scrambling and jumping off with a hoarse yelp coming from him. As he lands on his paws, you let out a giggle watching his scowling face directed towards you.Â
âI was trying to look at the sky, but you were in the way, Grim hehehe.â Knowing that was not at all the case, before Grim could retort he pauses and it causes you to stop in your tracks as well. Standing on the gray pavemented pathway near the open ended exit from which you both came from, you looked down at Grim a bit curiously. âGrim? Whyâd you stop?â
Now on all fours, Grim perks his head up as if tailing an annoying fly around his head. With more cat-like animatics, Grim starts swirling his head just slightly and sniffing as if he can see a delicious aroma in those cartoon episodes. âSomethinâ smells goodâŠâÂ
The cold weather makes it hard for odor particles to pass through due to the more compact molecules, however you can tell just how drawn Grim is to whatever may be causing the smell. Taking a big inhale, you try smelling whatever it is that Grim may be smelling, your chest puffing up as you take in a big amount of air in your lungs.Â
âI don't smell anything Grim, what are you-â
âAh! Over there!â It seems he has found the source of whatever it may be he was smelling, pinpointing it rather quickly as he scurries off. âAh! Wait Grim! Where are you going?!â Before you can follow suit, not so far off a voice calls out and grabs your attention.Â
âAh, good evening prefect.â
Turning your head around, youâre met with no one but Jade. His voice divulging you and making his presence known. Although so suddenly and randomly, you canât help but feel a sense of tingling in your chest.
âJ-Jade! What are you doing here?â Changing your position from almost sprinting off, you shift yourself back to face Jade instead to properly converse with him. Upon looking up at him, you note the clouded and dull gray skies as it soars vastly.Â
âClasses have ended some time ago, I was merely on the way back to my dorm. I would assume that itâs the same for you, yes?â Jade stood comfortably, not another layer of clothing on him in sight to withstand the colder weather while he sticks to nothing but his usual uniform wear. You, on the other hand, had a thicker jacket on top of your uniform to help adapt to the temperature around.Â
âWell, I was. That was until Grim ran off somewhere again. Hah, seriously I might as well forget about trying to chase after him. He can come back whenever he wants.â With a defeated sigh, you slightly slouch forward with your arms swinging from back to back.Â
âHmm well if that's the case, may I walk you back to your dorm?âÂ
Youâve been getting used to how casual heâs been lately, considering the amount of times youâve been seeing each other through mere âcoincidences.â Though recently whenever Jades around you can't but help to have that lingering feeling of wanting to stay with him just a bit longer. Whenever he leaves he immediately fills up your mind whenever you allow it to and you can't help but let your mind wander. Is this perhapsâŠ?
âHello? (Y/N)? Are you spacing out?â With his hand waving in front of you to snap you out of your daze, your unfocused stare comes back into reality and out of your thoughts. âHuh? What?âÂ
âI asked if I could walk you back to your dorm. If you arenât feeling well then-â
âOh no! Iâm perfectly fine! I just spaced out for a bit haha. But uhm, I don't mind if you did accompany me back.â
In the way you responded allowed you to give you a sense of freedom to where you arenât actually giving him a direct and decisive response. More so an indecisive one. Slightly fidgeting with the hem of your jacket you give him a lightly aired chuckle to ease up the atmosphere.Â
âSo I would say you want me to accompany you back, correct?âÂ
âWell I didnât say that I didnât want you to accompany meâ
âYouâre rather indirect with what you want (Y/N).â With a slight tut, shaking his head like a common motion of showing one's dismay you can only rile backup to defend yourself with reason.Â
âNo I'm not! I said I didnât-! Hah, whatever. Fine, I would like it if you were to accompany me back to Ramshackle Jade.âÂ
âFufu very well then. It would be my pleasure too.â Seriously, he seems to always have a way with words. Putting you on the spot like that so easily and casually.Â
But at least weâd be able to spend time together again.
The two of you make your way back over to Ramshackle, following the usual pathway you commonly take when out of classes. The silence lingering between you both causes you to fidget some more as you try to make it obvious you're not at all bothered by it. Staring straight ahead while you see Jade in the corner of your eye next to you as you both walk along-side each other, you can only wonder why he isn't saying anything. Usually Jade makes conversation with you whenever you two are together, perhaps he just isnât feeling all that talkative. An unfamiliar tension is slightly there, one that wasnât there before and you can't understand why but to only question it.Â
Perhaps it's the cold, but you feel your cheeks slightly growing a little red. What other reason could there be? Next to you Jade remains silent while peacefully walking next to you, and without your knowledge, he smiles just slightly feeling a slight of anticipation.
âCurious, but do you maybe know why Grim ran off (Y/N)?â Jade finally breaks the silence by asking a question, you feel a slight relief in your chest.Â
âAha, I don't know. He said that he smelled something good⊠Maybe food? Probably someone is snacking around here and he may be a victim to Grimâs antics and persistence haha.â
âThat is not the caseâ Looking over to Jade who sounds so sure of himself, it quizzes a question out of you. âWhat do you mean? How can you be so sure?â
âWhy, I would know of course. Because I was the one who placed some salted steamed fish near the bushes.â Â
âWhat? Then whyâd you ask?!â With a nonchalant smile on his face it can only be contrasted to your taken back and startled reaction. Placing a hand on your back, Jade continues the path while guiding you along to continue further with him. âWait, more importantly why did you do that?â
Jade stays quiet, that smile still on his face as he continues to keep his hand on your back. Wait, now that you think about it you two are going off course and straying from the usual path you take to head back to Ramshackle. With your heart quickening in your chest, you can only start to nervously sweat at where this is going. âU-Uh Jade? Where are we going? What are you doing?âÂ
As his eyes slowly turn to look at you, his head still facing forward however and his smile ever the same, you can't help but to shiver a bit and get a feeling that whatever heâs planning isn't going to go well. âOya, thereâs no need to be so nervous now. I thought we might take a detour to enjoy the weather a bit more.âÂ
âNo but uh, you didn't answer my ques-â Suddenly bringing his hand from your back to wrap around your shoulders, he draws you close into his side and it prompts you to stop your walk and just freeze from the surprise. âWhy? Well I simply wanted to be alone with you of course.â
Your whole right side of your body is pressed up against his left side. With wide eyes, you don't dare to look over to Jade, refusing to let him see your sudden flusteredness. Your heart is beating so loud that youâre hoping that he canât hear it as well. His arm around you almost longingly, the sudden stillness as you both don't move a muscle, and the sound of your heart beating at a rapid pace as if on a roller coaster. You really wish you could say that the whole reason your face is red is because of the cold and your body temperature just suddenly dropped! But it would make more sense that youâd be blue and purple then red⊠So then why exactly are you-
âOh dear, look at you getting so red in the face. Do you perhaps like the weight of my arm around you?â You didnât even notice, too occupied in your own thoughts and spacing out, that Jade had proceeded to lean forward to be face to face with you. âWha-!â
A pleased smile is formed as he sees you snap out of your thoughts and he leans back up and adjusts his arm around you to let it sit more comfortably. Looking back up at the scenery the sky has to hold, he holds you ever so lovingly and affirmably.Â
âJ-Jade what is- what are-! Whatâs going on!?â Matching the weather, you freeze stiffly in his hold, unfamiliar to his loving touch. It was rather unusual for him to make such a bold and tender move, a foreign feeling yet for you to adjust to.Â
The sky is covered in splotches of clouded gray cotton, the meek shine from the sun is still blocked by the airy cold sheet of gas yet still blinding to look at. Inhaling the dewy air that gives oneself a sense of refreshment, Jade closes his eyes and tilts his head up to admire the brightened gray scale that vasts above you both.Â
âTell me, Prefect,â beginning to speak calmly, you try to distract yourself from your close proximity and focus on what he had to say next. âThe moon is quite beautiful, is it not?âÂ
âWhat?â Killing your stiffness, youâre found to be quite dumbfounded and caught off guard. âWhat are you talking about Jade? Itâs still daytime and the moon isnât even-â
Pausing, you let his words sink in. The moon isnât out. His arms are around you. You both are together, secluded. You are alone with him. No Grim. No Deuce. No Floyd. No Azul. Just you and him.Â
Badum. Did he just tell meâŠ
Badum. Badum. Badum. He knows what that meansâŠ
Badumbadumbadumbadumbadum! He just told me he loves-!
âCat got your tongue? I hope that isnât the case, it was the only reason why I sent Grim away from us after all.â His thumb is soothingly rubbing circles into your arm while he keeps you in place, ensuring you don't spring up or leave from his hold in any way. This was like his own way of trying to calm you down, fully aware of how thunderstruck you may be at the moment; the motions of his gesture somewhat helping.Â
âBack in the loungeâŠ. YouâŠ.â
âYes, indeed. I said the same thing then as well.â
âThen you⊠Are you saying- that you⊠Did you justâŠâ
No longer looking at the sky, he turns his head to give you his full undivided attention, waiting for you patiently to make your conclusion. Still refusing to look him in the eyes, you droop your head lower just a little as you feel yourself getting smaller in his arm. Bringing your hands together, your fingers start to fiddle with each limb and cloth it can find near its reach, usually playing around with the hem of your uniform under the blanket of your jacket.Â
Slightly opening your mouth, your brows furrow and you swear you can feel your knees go slightly weak if not for the support of his arm grounding you. âIâŠâ
This man is playing with me right now.Â
Without even having to look, you can just feel his eyes on you. Finally reverting back to your more casual self, you shake your head with a sigh feeling more calm. âHah, okay Jade I love you too.â
âMy, what a bold confession there.âÂ
âAt least I didnât confess indirectly.âFinally looking up at him, you give him a bit of sass as you roll your eyes and a chuckle escapes his lips. His grip becomes slightly more firm and if you were to lean on his chest, you can swear that his heart was beating just as loudly as yours.Â
âYouâre finally looking at me, my dear Pearl.â His eyes soften as you look into his olive and golden eyes, his voice laced with such affection that it makes your body feel tingling with how much warmth it held despite the cold air. âPearlâŠâ Slowly repeating what he said quietly, letting the words sink in further more, your eyes widen and a slight sparkle glosses over. His other hand comes over and cups your cheek, rubbing his thumb against the softness it brings. âYes, my Pearl.â Jade droops his head lower till your foreheads touch, releasing his hold on your shoulder to then cup the other side of your face. Your cheeks might just be comparable to that of a hand warmer, but you can't help it. Not when heâs being so tender like this. Not when heâs locking eyes with you while giving you the most love-stricken smile ever. Not when you two are so close. âThe moon is very beautiful right Jade?â You softly lull out, the growing thoughts of him filling up your head space.
âVery, it really is beautiful.â A little giggle ushers out, a giddy smile and tender hands. A loving look and a fond voice. A dovey feeling and a pacing heart. There, on the side of the public pavement road, stood two lovebirds where the trees bristle through the wind and hide them both perfectly. âItâs very enchanting if I must add. The moon that is. In fact, its shape and glow is similar to one of a pearl. A very beautiful one indeed.â
Tilting your head a little closer, your foreheads staying connected as he continues to hold your face and your hands on his, his words only make you quirk a wider smile. âYou know, youâre making my heart beat very fast right now you know that? If I die because of you, youâd be put behind bars.âÂ
âHmmmm, really now? And what makes you so sure I'd allow them to catch me so easily?âÂ
âIn fact you donât. You professed you love me not too long ago.â
âYouâre right, unfortunately. I do, in fact, love you Jade Leech.â
Months of preparation, months filled with longing, months filled with shadowed moves, months filled with perseverance and patience, Jade Leech has finally accomplished what heâs worked for in one swell swoop from you. A kiss to the lips from the person who he always loved from the sidelines, now here in his hold as they reciprocate his mutual feelings.Â
Can we stay in this moment forever?
Watching you with the way you close your eyes just to kiss him, can he just stay in this moment forever? Forever to see the way your lashes sprawl out, long enough for him to count each and every piece of hair. Forever to feel your lips against his, long enough to remember the sensation and feeling of your soft lips. Forever to engulf himself in your natural aroma, long enough to have a sense of peace when he smells your scent. With his eyes open, even in the kiss he can't help but to just close it. Not when someone so beautiful is right in front of him. The first to place a kiss and the first to draw back from it, you quickly turn back around and bury your face in your hands.Â
Ah, they're getting all shy now. I wish it would have lasted longerâŠ
âOhmyfuckinggodijustkissedhimmmmm!â Whilst squealing in your hands Jade comes over and wraps his arms around your hunched figure, fully embracing you as he starts to feel gushy himself and nuzzles his cheek on the crown of your head. A big goofy silly smile on his face.Â
âOh whatâs wrong my dear Pearl? Youâre so red that it can rival Riddle's hair.â
âHah, I wonder whoâs causing such a symptom.â Removing your hands away from your face, you turn your head to meet Jade's beaming smile and red cheeks with your slight pouty and red face.
âI would gladly like to proclaim that I was the cause of such said symptoms.â
âGosh why did I even-â
Turning his head closer to yours as he leans over your shoulder, his voice suddenly becomes low and serious. The way he can suddenly change the mood with his tone tickles your ear and sends chills down your spine in a good way. His arms around your figure hugging you securely like a vine wrapping itself against a gate.Â
âI want to be the only one to make you feel this way, to have you look this way, to have you react this way. I would gladly like to be the reason for it knowing your affections for me are genuine. Just for you, Iâd love to be that reason.âÂ
âFufufu, oh? To think your face couldnât get any more red. Look at you, oh how wrong I was~â
Turning around to engulf him in the same manner, you bury yourself in his chest. There you go, now you can confirm for real that his heart was indeed beating just as fast as yours. Standing still to hold each other in your arms, your red and burning face finding shelter in his bosom while he radiates a silly smile with red coated cheeks, you take the time to remember how things even came to be the way they are now. And as the two of you indulge each other, far off in Ramshackle dorm Grim is looking around to see if youâve yet arrived.Â
Moving his king up now in front of yours, thinking youâd make no move, heâs caught off guard as you pick up your king and take his. After all his chess pieces have eaten yours, nothing left but your king stood hopeful for him to take. Yet what a surprise of events that your heart took in the final move. It was a checkmate, and in the palm of your hand you gently held his king close to your heart.Â
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