May fate bring us together again
Part 2
➻ Synopsis: A couple lived in the middle of a bustling village 2000 years ago. They own a clothing store and have been dubbed a sweet couple by the villagers despite their differences in personalities. Their lives were tragically cut short one day, and the couple died together.
Timeskip , Two people cross paths 2000 years later and feel as if they know each other. That their meeting was not by chance, but due to Fate.
[ Shu Itsuki x Gender Neutral Reader ]
" Thank you; do come again!", waving a goodbye gesture to the day's final customer. Today was a very busy day. After restocking on materials some time ago, the clothing store was overrun with even orders. Shu’s sewing style seems to have attracted loads of people. You close the blinds on the door, indicating that the store has now closed for the day.
" Excellent work today, y/n!" " Mika emerged from the staff room, walking over to the counter to assist you in cleaning up the mess that was present. He gives you light compliments to lift your spirits after you've worked hard all day. His remarks are genuine, and you smile as a result of his generosity. You were about to enter the staff room to work a little more, when you were stopped by Mika, who quickly shielded his body at the door. You were puzzled, and it made you wonder why he would block the door. Mika reasoned that it was extremely messy and that you should not see it in its current state.
“...I work inside there you know ”. You tried forcing your way into the staff room and even arguing with Mika, but nothing worked as he is adamant of not letting you in. You exhaled a deep sigh. You wanted to come inside the room even more, but you've depleted all of your energy from now and while you were working earlier. You recall how exhausting it was to deal with an unpleasant customer in the store; it took you at least one and a half hours to drive the customer away. With Mika refusing to let you into the staff room and your already exhausted state, you instruct Mika to inform Shu that you were going to rest in your bedroom.
" I'll tell Oshi-San when he's free!", he says with a satisfied smile. From your vantage point, it appeared to be a winning smile. You bid him farewell and proceed to the staircase and upstairs, where another floor and your home are located. The building in which you, Mika, and Shu live is two stories tall. The first floor houses the clothing store, while the second floor houses you and two other people. With each person having their own room, you open the door to Shu's room to see if he's inside. Unfortunately, he isn't. It appears that he was still working in the staff room, which Mika did not want you to enter for some reason.
You turn your gaze to his desk, which is littered with crumpled paper and an open sketchbook. As you walk over to the sketchbook to see the illustration, your curiosity grows. You’re drawn to a very well-designed outfit, with so many details that it appears to be fit for royalty. Shu's creativity astounds you; his designs are the best of the best and will never disappoint. If only the public admired his abilities more than his and your relationship status.
A tired yawn escapes your mouth. You were really exhausted, so you left Shu's room and went to your own, where you plopped down in your bed and slowly drifted off to sleep.
>> TIMESKIP…
It was a busy weekend, and you were dressing the empty mannequins that were to be displayed in front of the shop, where the glass is. The clothes were very fascinating to look at. It appears appropriate for the occasion of going to the beach in fashion with its blue and yellow theme. " Shu seems to be experimenting with concept huh ? It’s not all the time I see him making summer clothing," you thought as you buttoned up the outfit on the mannequin. You recall a question you forgot to ask Mika when you mentioned Shu's name. " Hey Mika, where did Shu go today? ”. Shu wasn't anywhere to be found in the morning till afternoon, and when you went to check on him at his room, he wasn't there either. Mika lazily responds that Shu went out with someone who appears wealthy to discuss wedding plans for their daughter. Despite his willingness to accompany him, shu insisted on going alone.
"If you dare to leave this store for even a second while I'm away, I'll restrict you from entering the staff room for a month even if you work with me" . Knowing Shu, his words should not be underestimated…
You laugh and pat his head, attempting to cheer him up. " How about we continue making crochet blankets?. The last time we did one and we gave it to Shu, he wouldn't put it down. And by his actions i am sure he liked it" . It was a simple maroon soft blanket, but your efforts were rewarded as he adored the it. He simply did not show how much he adored it because of his small pride.
His lazy face lights up with excitement, and he walks over to the supply room to get some supplies. You were about to join him when your gaze was drawn to the two gentlemen standing outside the store, staring at you. "Are they customers? But the store is closed every weekend" you thought as you looked away, breaking the awkward stare. The two men also look away and quickly leave their place. Their stares were unsettling. It's as if they're telling you something just by being there. You suddenly get the feeling that you should be on your guard. On guard of what ? You aren’t quite sure. Mika interrupts your train of thought by inviting you to accompany him to the staff room, where you will both be doing crochet work. "Perhaps I'm overthinking things." You've been working nonstop, so your mind is probably just looking for new ways to stress you out.
" coming ! " You raised your voice slightly so that it could be heard from the other room. You walk over to Mika and enjoy each other's company while making another blanket. This time being four times larger than the previous one you both made
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Mika had fallen asleep a few hours later. He was exhausted from crocheting the blanket. You grab an available blanket and gently wrap it around his shoulders, not wanting to disturb him in his peaceful nap. He definitely looked like a cat taking its daily nap; quite adorable when he sleeps like this. The sun had already set, and shu hasn’t come back yet. You understand the importance of conversing with your clients, but the feeling of missing him completely consumes you. "Has he eaten? Did he bring an umbrella to protect himself from the hot rain? How’s Mademoiselle ? Is he tired?" all questions run through your mind, and you sigh in despair as you lay your head down the table.
The bells attached to the front of the store's front door jingle just as you were thinking about him. You thought Shu had finally returned, so you jumped up from your seat and dashed towards the door. To your dismay, no one is at the front desk. You were certain that someone had entered the shop; perhaps someone was playing a prank on you? If it was a joke, it would be an unfortunate time.
The sounds of wood creaking by the second floor catch you off guard. Someone was undoubtedly home, perhaps it was Shu? You move up to the second floor and open Shu's door slowly.
no one ...
Of course, you were most likely overthinking things again. You grunt in disappointment and prepare to shut the door when your gaze is drawn back to the same illustration in Shu's open sketchbook. This time, however, it is colored and has notes written on its sides. Walking to the sketchbook, the door behind you closes by itself, and your eyes widen when you see his sketchbook. Shu's sketched outfit was colored in light wisteria, the details were drawn more precisely, and a note beside it clearly stated that it was for his "beloved."
“My most recent masterpiece. With plenty of time to plan everything, I've put together the perfect outfit for dearest y/n.“ , is what the note said beside the drawing.
No wonder Shu spent so much time in the staff room, working till midnight, how Mika would frequently refuse to let you enter, and the wisteria colored silk fabric. Everything adds up, and it was because he was working on something special for you.
You can't help but smile as the longing for his presence deepens in your heart.
The bedroom is filled with the echoing "click!" sound of the door latching. You rush to turn the knob, but it has been locked from the outside, which startle you. On the other side of the door, one can hear people arguing. “You moron! Why isn't that Shu with her inside the room?” “I was simply following your lead !! I thought he was inside there !!” Two males, who appeared to be in a heated argument, could be heard. After reaching a decision, they are unable to change their minds, so they start to enclose the door with the cabinet from the outside, preventing the person within the room from leaving. Your adrenaline is pounding as you furiously bang on the door, worrying for Mika's safety. You notice the slight smell of charred wood in an instant, and it makes it difficult for you to breathe normally. It almost feels as though it is suffocating you.
When houses and buildings connected to each other catch fire, the entire community starts to panic. Children and grownups alike hurry outside and panic. You were imprisoned inside the bedroom with no way out because your building was one of many that were on fire and you were trapped
Your body is filled with adrenaline, and you are beginning to feel afraid.
Mika was a little shocked but he remained receptive. A few bystanders had assisted the afflicted locals in leaving the buildings. He answered with a voice that was a little shaken, "i-i am not sure! She's probably still inside." When Shu looks at the burning structure, he starts to perspire. Before leaving Mika and Mademoiselle and entering the house, he shoos Mademoiselle toward Mika and says, "Stay here and do not follow!" Shu certainly heard Mika's worried cries, but at the moment he doesn't have time to reflect on them.
He is suffocated by the smoke, and visibility was poor. His masterpieces were being burned to ashes inside the shop, and all was being destroyed. “ Y/n ! Dear !! “ , he shouted for your name, hoping you will respond amidst the hellish scene. He looked for you everywhere , even if the structure was slowly breaking apart.
Mika was waiting outside with Mademoiselle. Mika was really worried since Shu hadn't emerged even after waiting outside for such a long time. He prayed constantly in the hopes that you two would already come out already. As people begin dousing the fire with water, it slowly goes out. People gradually made their way to the damaged buildings and homes after the flames were extinguished in an effort to find survivors of the catastrophe.
He called out, "Oshi-san! y/n!!" and looked all about. His eyes widened in disbelief at what he had just witnessed. He didn't want to believe it and couldn't believe it. He hugged Mademoiselle tightly as a few tears started to fall from his eyes. He hadn't anticipated that the gods would be so merciless, taking away the lives of the people he loved so dearly. Mika's spirit was torn apart since he had so little left to hope for. Shu and you were holding hands so firmly that he did not want to let go of you even as you were dead. The grip was soft , but it was the last thing you had felt before drifting away from reality
After the tragic incident, the village was never the same. Everyone paid their respects at the couple's gravesite, aware that they were an eccentric yet beautiful couple who had departed away from the land of the living
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If i were asked what happened to Mika after the death of our couple , i would say he’d still be living but as time passes by he’d grown more lonely and eventually pass away as his heart couldn’t take you and shu’s death. Poor Mika:’(
Part 3 which is the final part will be posted soooon ! It will not be dated during the modern times. PART 1:
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