Bad day
The door slammed open, causing Kiku to jump. From the den, he heard shoes being tossed to the side and a jacket being thrown over the coat holder. He peeked around the corner to see Alfred running a hand through his unruly blonde hair. He sighs loudly and his shoulders droop with exhaustion. Kiku cleared his throat, and Alfred looked up. He smiled softly at the sight of his boyfriend’s bangs tied up off of his face. “Welcome back.” Kiku said, walking over to the taller man and wiping the grime off his now warm cheek. “How was it?” Alfred sighs, leaning into the hand caressing his face. He nods slowly, weighing out his response. “Who knew a family reunion could turn to crap in just thirty minutes?” He laughed bitterly, his once clear eyes now coated with gloss. “I thought we’d all be able to talk. It’s just that Arthur never listens, while Francis is too soft on him, and Mattie… is just Mattie!”
Alfred turned his head, covering his eyes with one hand, the other gripped Kiku arm sleeve. His shoulders tightened as tears threatened to spill.
“Why can’t he just listen..!?” His voice cracked, exhaustion laced every word he spoke. Kiku watched as this once loud, obnoxious boy, trembled in his arms, and fought back unwanted emotions.
He pulled Alfred closer, gently removing the hand that covered his eyes. His eyes were round like a puppy’s, filled to the brim with unshed tears. For a moment there was only silence as Alfred’s gaze searched Kiku’s face for any judgment, which of course, he found none. “I believe that you care too much.” Kiku said, wiping away a tear that escaped Alfred’s eye. “I am not saying you should stop, but what I am saying is the fact you care so much is going to be your downfall. You need to understand that not everybody feels as much as you do.” Alfred nods as Kiku speaks, his ears drinking in every word pouring from his lips. “You are so lively. I do not wish to see that spark fade. Understand that you are human too, and have your own needs and emotions. Do not berate yourself for not receiving the bare minimum. In fact, the next time you see your family, I request to go with. If you do not mind my presence of course.” Alfred sniffles, leaning his throbbing head on his boyfriend’s shoulder. He nods in confirmation. “Yea, I want you to be there. Thanks Keeks, this..this really means a lot. I didn’t mean to dump all that on you, man.” “You need not thank me. You have only shared your feelings like anyone should.” Kiku replied, his hand resting in between Alfred’s shoulder blades.
“Love you Keeks.”
“I love you too, Alfred.”