OS - Homesick
Request : would you mind writing some Mahiru x Licht? I think it’s a cute ship that few people write for.
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Here is some Mahiru x Licht ! I find that pairing really cute, I enjoyed writing it !
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Mahiru sighed as he turned off the tap and removed his waterproof gloves. Having to do the housework never really bothered him, but only when he was living alone. Washing the dishes of four people was way more work than he thought.
After the kidnapping of the Greed Pair, the C-3 insisted that they come to live with them, the Sloth Pair. Of course Mahiru agreed. Licht and Lawless, who goes as Hyde now, were his friends. But he has to say that his house had become quite lively with them.
Right now, the other three were off to buy groceries. Kuro wasn't really happy to go as well, but he took the oportunity to pass some time with his brother with whom he just started to talk again. Mahiru finally laid on the couch and closed his eyes, enjoying the peace and quiet he was granted for a few moment. He hadn't have a moment for himself since days.
But that time didn't last long, because he heard the doorbell rang. Who could it be ? The others have the keys, so who would come at his house ? Maybe it was the C-3 ? Starting to get worried, he got up and opened the door only to find Licht standing there, his usual bored expression on his face.
"Licht ? Why are you already there ? And where are the others ?" he let Licht enter the room. "I got bored with them. Can I have melons ?" he asked, already going in the kitchen to take a plate. "Well, you were supposed the buy them right now". Licht stopped, remembering that fact. "Well... I want to practice then". "For the 50th time Licht, I do not have a piano here".
Licht frowned and sat next to Mahiru on the couch, on which he took place a few seconds ago. The brunette noticed something wrong with Licht. He had his usual frown on his face, but after living with him for a few days he started to know him. Something was off with the self proclaimed angel. He hesitated for a second, should he ask him what was wrong ? Sure they were friends, but were they close enough for that ? Licht wasn't really the loud mouth type of guy.
Still thinking of what he should do, his gaze was locked on Licht. His thoughts started to wander, and he couldn't help but notices the traits of Licht's face. His sharp blue eyes, his thin nose... But when those eyes turned confused to Mahiru, he realized how weird he must have looked, staring at Licht so intensly. He quickly turned his face, a light blush creeping on his face.
He stuttered an inaudible thing. Then he finally dared to ask, seeing Licht sulking even more by the second. "Say, Licht... are you okay ?" he asked, still a bit embarassed. Licht leaned in the sofa. His frown softened, becoming a bit sadder. "I... I guess I just feel a little homesick".
"Ugh ?" Mahiru hadn't expect answer. Licht sighed deeply before continuing "you know, I've been on tour for a long time, so playing piano made me forget that I miss home. But now... with what happened with the rat, the vampires, the C-3... it's becoming a bit... overwhelming, I'd say".
Mahiru's heart sank a bit, seeing him like that. He was a bit surpised too, it was not like Licht to open up like that. Besides, he could understand him. Out of reflex, he grabbed his hand and locked eyes with him "listen, Licht, I know what it feels like... my whole life got changed too when I met Kuro. Though I can't know what it's like being away from home, I know how it is to be away from family. As you see, my uncle is almost never here..."
Licht had his eyes wide open, his frown gone. Mahiru's face got quite close to his as he spoke. He got immediatly all flustered when his gaze fell on his hand that the smaller boy was holding. Mahiru quickly let it go, mumbling an apology. It wasn't like him to get carried away like that.
Licht's expression had changed, his frown disapeared and his gaze was softer than Mahiru had ever seen. Seeing this new side of him made the housewife's heart beat faster. His natural caring nature wanted to hug him tight, but he held back, knowing that the pianist wasn't really the touchy person.
"I have an idea !" Mahiru said as he checked something on his phone. Licht raised an eyebrow in confusion. A few seconds later, Mahiru's eyes lit up with joy. "Here, come !" He grabbed Licht's hand again to drag him out of the apartment. "Wait, wha-" but too late, they were already out in the streets.
Mahiru was walking fast, very proud of his idea. Licht was almost having time to catch up, but his taller legs helped him. He was lightly blushing, as Mahiru didn't seem to have noticed he was still holding his hand.
But... that didn't bother Licht. It felt quite nice, actually.
"Soooo, where are we going ?" he asked, curious. "You'll see ! Trust me, you're gonna like it". "Okay okay, but slow down". Mahiru chuckled and apologised, walking slower. Probably still in the joy of his idea, he didn't let go.
They walked in silence in the streets. Licht took the opportunity to take a look around. He hasn't been in Japan for a long time so a lot of things still amazed an european like him. Even if he was used to travelling.
After a few more minutes, they arrived in a park. "We're soon there, don't worry !" Licht nodded, still wondering why Mahiru had taken him there. His sharp hearing heard music notes and he immediately raised his head, searching for the origin of the sound.
He followed Mahiru, who was leading them toward the song. That's when he noticed the piano with a few children around it playing random melodies out of tune. On the instrument was a sigh that said "Play Me !".
"Every now and then they put pianos in parks and on the streets. Since I don't have one in my flat, I figured I'd take you there ! Besides, I never really heard you play" Licht's eyes widened and Mahiru could see a small smile creeping on the pianist's lips. When the children went to play further, Licht rushed to the piano.
Mahiru sat on the grass next to him and listened to the song. He could hear Licht's passion when he played, and even if Mahiru could be easily impressed by musicians playing because he doesn't play an instrument himself, he could tell Licht was really talented.
He chuckled to himself when he remembered that Licht hated the word talent. That's true, he was a very hard working guy, and Mahiru couldn't help but admire him. This time, Licht was playing a joyful song, which filled his heart with warmth.
After a few minutes, a small crowd especially composed of children was around Licht, listening to his tunes. And this time Mahiru fully understood why people called him and angel of music. He studied his features and Mahiru couldn't help but have like a hundred butterflies in his stomach when he looked at him.
After another fifteen minutes, he stopped and let the children play again. Mahiru stood from the grass and they started walking home. Still in the park, Licht began "thank you, Mahiru. It really cheered me up playing the piano again. Could we come back tomorrow ?" The housewife chuckled a bit "of course we can. I mean, if we have time".
Licht smiled to himself. He took a deep breath and gathered his courage. He blushed and looked away as he slowly grabbed Mahiru's hand. The brunette blushed as well as he intertwined their fingers together.
They both walking in silence home, enjoying their last moments together before going back in the loud house with the Servamps. Maybe "friends" wasn't the good word for their relationship, after all.
