synopsis: your boyfriend, Lysander, seems to struggle writing the perfect poem for your birthday.
â€ïž featuring : lysander ainsworth x F!reader
â€ïž words count : 1.2k
authorâs note â lysanderâs time now! him and castiel are sooo my favorite boys. Anywayyy, between these two poems, one is written by me, and the other one by Shakespeare and another poet àŽŠà”àŽŠàŽż ËÍÌêłËÍÌ )â§ (i didnât think that writing poems was that interesting! it is my first time doing it)
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ᄫᥠ"Castiel, can you give me your opinion about this one?"
At the end of the second corridor, behind the stairs, the two friends were sitting on the floor. One had a cigarette in his mouth and his guitar in his hands, tuning the strings of his instrument.
The other was holding out his small, dark, cherished notebook; some of the pages lay near him, some crumpled, others perfectly smooth.
Castiel raised an eyebrow before rolling his eyes. "Again? That's the fifth time you've asked me," he replied.
"I know. But as soon as I feel like I've finished, a new idea pops into my head and I can't help but write it down. And I don't know which one is the best."
Lysander sighed, watching his friend take the notebook from his hands and read the results of his work once more. The boy with the two-toned eyes watched Castiel, whose gaze darted between the words; then, after a few moments, Castiel nodded, exhaling his toxic smoke.
"That one's not bad. But tell me, you're pretty inspired, dude. At this rate, your notebook won't have any pages left in an hour." He chuckled.
Lysander chuckled softly as he picked up his notebook, observing in turn the page defaced by the stain of his fountain pen.
"Well, let's just say that today I have a good reason to be inspired, that's true."
"Huh? Why, whatâs up today?"
Lysander didn't answer immediately, his fingertips lightly tracing the rough paper of his notebook. An incredible tenderness filled his eyes. "Today is her birthday. And I want to tell her everything my heart holds for her."
A look of curiosity and incomprehension crossed Castiel's face as he stubbed out his cigarette beside him. "She's your girlfriend, isnât she? So you're always telling her what you think about her. Why does it necessarily change anything today?"
"Today is the day the world discovered a new star. And in her eyes, it may be just another day, but I want her to understand all the love and consideration I have for her."
Castiel stared at him with a wry smile, carefully placing his guitar in his bag. "Yeah, you're such a softie." Lysander just glanced at him quickly, ignoring his comment. Castiel stood up, slinging his bag over his shoulder, and his friend followed him, standing up as well.
"Okay, the bell's about to ring, I'm going to class. The hag been clinging to me since the beginning of the week and will probably call my parents. You coming?" Castiel walked to the corridor, turning to Lysander who was behind him.
But Lysander shook his head, lightly tightening the strap of his bag. "No, I think I'll go to the roof this time. I'll meet you after class."
Castiel shrugged before leaving, and Lysander, for his part, went up the stairs; quickly greeting Kim and Violette who were coming down the stairs.
He quickly reached the roof of the high school, sitting down against the wall and thus facing the city, enjoying the fresh air that tickled his skin. He finally decided to take out his small notebook, in which were two loose sheets of paper that were the source of his delinquent act.
He picked up the first one and looked at it, rereading the words that stained the paper again and again. He had to decide between the two poems he had written earlier.
They were the two Castiel had designated as the best; so he only had to choose. But Lysander felt compelled to make a perfect choice; it was meant for you, after all. And you deserved only the best from him.
After a few modifications, Lysander finally decided to give a final reading of this poem before moving on to the next one:
âI didnât love you with my heart or my mind. I love you with my soul, in case my mind forgets and my heart stops.
And if I were to kiss you then go to hell, I would.
So then I can brag with the devils I saw heaven without entering it.â
The young man gave a small, proud smile before placing the poem on his lap and tackling the next one:
âEvery time I see you every time I talk to you every time I smell you every time I touch you
I have paradise in my eyes my heart in my mouth flowers tickling my nose and my love beneath my touch.
And if ever the thought crosses your mind that my love for you seems to have come to an end, just observe the sky and count the stars because each one holds within them all the love I have for you.â
Now, which one to choose?
Lysander weaved his gaze between the papers in his hands, meticulously selecting which would be your precious gift.
Of course, at the bottom of his bag, a pendant he'd bought a few days ago lay peacefully. He knew you'd adore it, but a material gift like that wasn't really his preference. What he held in his hands was the most important thing to him.
But the bell signaling the end of class quickly pulled him from his thoughts. Had he really spent the whole hour on it?
But he didn't have time to think any further; it was time to give you all of this! With surprising speed, he quickly arrived in front of the classroom, eagerly waiting for you to come out.
"Lysander!" When you noticed him, you jumped into his arms, hugging him joyfully. You hadn't seen him all day! And there were a few words you were eagerly waiting for him to say.
The young man returned your embrace with joy, placing a gentle kiss on your temple, not failing to elicit a reaction from Rosalya who winked at you before leaving on the arm of Alexy who was giggling.
"I'm glad to see you," he began, his fingers gently caressing your cheek. "Would you like to come with me? I need to show you something."
You nodded immediately, shaking your head joyfully as you took his hand in yours, intertwining your fingers. "Very well, I'll follow you!"
The walk to the park was filled with everyday conversations; you wanted to know what he had done during the day, but he remained evasive, focusing on you instead.
After about ten minutes, you finally arrived at the park, wasting no time finding a quiet spot under a tree. Lysander took his bag off his shoulder and placed it beside him before turning to face you.
"Close your eyes, okay? I have a surprise for you."
A soft laugh escaped your lips as you nodded, covering your eyes with your hands. Lysander opened his bag and rummaged through it, pulling out the emerald pendant, which he unwrapped, then gently slipped it around your neck. You instantly felt the new chill on your bare collarbones, sending a slight shiver down your spine.
"You can open your eyes now."
You obeyed immediately and were finally able to admire the necklace around your neck. You took it in your hands and gazed at it for several seconds before turning back to Lysander, who was smiling at you. "Lysander..." you whispered, "it's beautiful!"
The young man put his arm around your shoulders, kissing you several times on the face, his smile never leaving his lips. "I'm happy to hear that. I was afraid you'd find it too old-fashioned." He took your hand in his, making you look into his two-toned eyes.
"But that's not my favorite gift. There's something else I want to give you." Curiosity crossed your face as Lysander pulled an envelope from his bag. You took it, noticing it was sealed with a paper heart. You glanced at Lysander, who gestured for you to open it, and you did.
You began reading, the red rising rapidly on your cheeks as you read the words, imagining Lysander's voice pronouncing them.
After finishing reading, Lysander felt nervousness rising within him. Did you enjoy it? Or was it absolutely terrible�
But his doubts were quickly dispelled when you jumped into his arms, knocking him to the ground with you on top of him. He caught you, but then fell onto the grass with you. Your laughter quickly reached his ears, and he finally lowered his head to you, meeting your eyes, shining with the light he had dreamed of every moment since he'd known you.
"Lysander, you know, it's the best thing anyone has ever done for me. And knowing it was you who did it makes me the happiest person in the world!"
You placed your hand on his cheek and moved closer to him. Pressing your lips to his, kissing him tenderly. He responded immediately, wrapping his arms around your waist. You stepped back slowly, maintaining eye contact with him. Lysander smiled once more, resting his forehead against yours.
"Iâm so happy to hear that. Happy birthday, ma chĂ©rie."