Obey Me! Fanfic ✦ 12/03/2021 (Reposted from my Write.as acc)
Revised: 05/02/2026 | Word count: 991
Two students from Devildom, a demon and a human, goes on little date in the rain.
The weather in Devildom is not the same as in the human world. Everything’s a bit unpredictable. The rain wouldn’t stop for a long time and it would be nice to read a book or do homework. But the thing is, I’m too lazy to do homework.
In hopes that there aren’t a lot of people in the library and my favorite spots aren’t occupied, I asked Satan out for a friendly book reading date. I figured that he has a vast knowledge when it comes to books and even though there are books from the human world, I’ve always been curious if I could learn a thing or two in Devildom books in their language.
“There aren’t that many books in our language since most demons in Devildom were once humans. I wouldn’t recommend TSL either. That’ll be Leviathan’s job.” Satan put a small tower of books on the table and sat across from me. I skimmed through the titles and most were unfamiliar but I could still understand the titles “Here are some that I personally would recommend. Kingdom of the Wicked, Six of Crows, Cruel Prince, Powerless, Darkest Minds, God of Wrath–”
“Are these books mostly about you in fantasy worlds?” I chortled with my eyes raised and a small smile formed on my face, Satan blushed immediately and I couldn’t hold my laughter any longer “Well, not all of them!” Loud hushes were thrown at him and he opened a book to hide his face “Not all of them. I figured you’d like fantasies since you like to talk about myths and fictional worlds and all. And slightly about the worlds you talk about with Mammon.” I snickered at his whisper and heard a loud bang echoing through the entire peaceful library. We all looked to see who was all boasting and stomping in the room and speaking of the devil, it’s my boyfriend, The Great Mammon.
When he caught us in a position where our faces were almost too close to each other due to whispering, he quickly approached us and pulled both our faces to the back of the seats, Satan almost falling off. “Oi, oi so here’s where ya nookin’ around! Been lookin’ for ya for ages and here I’m gonna see ya almost on Satan’s face! Why are ya even with ‘im?” He says as he slams both of his hands on the table, just enough to make me jump on my seat. “It’s raining and I’ve got no agenda today so I asked Satan for a cozy friendly date.”
“Whatdy’a mean ya don’t have an agenda? Ya said we were gonna have a date today at the carnival!” Mammon said as his eyebrows were almost kissing. Satan went back to his seat and glared at Mammon trying to pull me from my seat. “If you bring Val to the carnival in this weather, you might as well give her the flu. And for your information, we were whispering because this place requires a quiet atmosphere.” Satan emphasized the last part and Mammon didn’t give a damn “Val only wanted to read a book which is perfect for this weather. It’s not like I was trying to flirt with her or anything.” Satan followed. Mammon’s mouth twitched a bit and was like a dog growling at another.
“Piss off, Satan.” Mammon bit back and both demons glared at each other for a while. And before something irreversible could happen, I stood up and held Mammon’s forearm. I looked at Satan with an apologetic smile and pulled my boyfriend out of the library. We stopped at the roofed hallway at the garden and I faced him, he put his hands on his waist and his head tilted to the right with plastered on his face. “You really don’t have any spatial awareness, do you?” I asked, Mammon only looking at me as if he’s teasing me “Can you see how bad the rain is today? The carnival might even be closed!”
“I just want ya to be with me today, Val. Is it too much to ask?”
“You could’ve done that without making a scene, Mammon.” I replied with my arms folded together below my chest. He groaned out of frustration and held my shoulders which caught me by surprise “Fine, my fault for doing all that. It just ticked me off when I see both of yous each other’s faces.”
“There was a book between us and we were only whispering!” I retorted.
“Aah whatever! As long as I don’t find ya like that again or I woulda go bashin’ ‘round the library!” I stifled a laugh, he’s such a chaotic demon “Look, Val. I know I’ve been out a lotta times and ya been busy findin’ the nook and cranny details in a textbook almost every day, but just this once, my love. Let me kidnap ya for a date in the rain. We can pro’ly ask some dude from a shop or somethin’ for meals and towels.”
“We’ll pay for the meals, right?”
“Whatd’ya take me for? Of course, I’ll pay!” Mammon’s phone rang a light notification sound and he reached it from his pocket. After seeing what’s on the screen, he holds my hand and tries to pull me, a question escapes my lips “Where are we going?” Mammon looks back with a smile across his face as I struggle to walk in order to catch up with his steps “We’re gettin’ outta here whether the downpour’s gonna stop or not. Don’tcha worry, I won’t give ya any flu like Satan said. The cash finally got in after bettin’ on Magic: The Gate. Lucifer can take a break from me for the meantime.” I let a giggle out and nodded. I stopped him for a moment and kissed him on the cheek which caused his eyes to widen and redness flowed in his cheeks to the tip of his ears.
A3! Fanfic ✦ 10/28/2020 (Reposted from my old X account)
Revised: 05/04/2025 | Word count: 2648
Chikage asks Izumi out for a curry night out but she’s secretly dating Sakyo. Little do they know someone’s getting jealous and plotting for revenge in return for rejection.
[Sakyo’s]
I’ve been having the urge to confess but once she’s near my mouth just zips on its own and my body becomes numb to all the feelings, besides from being annoyed at the others and trying to keep their shit together. I’d miss her at times when I see things and places that remind me of her. My heart pulls strings when I see all emotions through her. She has become something that I desperately need and not seeing her chokes me to the ground. I may have lost my mind all because of Izumi. It's unusual for my behavior.
“What’s this?” Kantoku-san asked as I handed her some flowers that I bought from the flower store in Tokyo. “Forget-me-nots.” I replied shortly. Her head looked down then up with her brow arched in a confused way with her mouth curved struggling to keep a smile “Why are you giving me this?” My hands started feeling needle pricks and clenched my hand to stop it from shaking, I scratched my cheek and looked away for a bit to avoid letting her see the blood going up in my face “Tsumugi told me about these and-” I looked at her and her eyes were had stars that emphasized her beauty, I looked away again “This is just a gratitude gift from the boys. They said I should give it to you, kantoku.” She smiled and felt the petals on her fingertips. “Thank you, Sakyo-san. Tell them to say my thanks.” I cleared my throat and grabbed her head then ruffled her hair. It’s like a cat bit my tongue. “Didn’t I tell you to only call me ‘Izumi’? You’re older than me, you know.”
“Stop acting like I’m some senior citizen.”
“And yet you act like one.”
It was just like yesterday when we met. I have no idea what got into her head when she thought of recruiting me but I remember that she told me she saw me in an old footage. Never have I ever thought she’d consider a yakuza joining a theater company - I would’ve never realized that I’d have a family that I can cherish and fall in love with the same person who saw my passion.
“Kantoku, want to come eat out tonight? A new curry restaurant popped out a few streets away and I’d like someone who’s an expert to come review the menu with me.” Entering through the door I heard Utsuki’s voice and I immediately knew who he was asking. I slowly walked and saw them both sitting next to each other on the couch. Izumi quickly put down the documents and smiled widely at Utsuki, “Right now? Let’s go! I just heard about that place when I went to the grocery earlier.” Utsuki chuckled and I just hid at the wall near the entrance. I don’t want to interrupt their conversation yet it kind of hurts me that she’s smiling widely at other people while being with me, she becomes a bit awkward. “Sakyo-san? What are you doing standing over there?” Banri walked in and gave me a top-to-bottom look before heading in “Oh, Chikage-san, going out tonight?” I followed Banri and saw both of them wearing their coats. Utsuki looked at me and smiled, “Yeah, a new curry shop around the corner, want us to buy you some?” Banri shook his head in refusal and I walked in. In my peripheral vision, I saw Izumi trying to approach me but held back. Don’t hold back. I turned to look at her and she jumped slightly. “Let’s talk when you get home.” I said and never looked back.
Holding a coffee and feeling the night breeze, light footsteps can be heard on the floor and through the door. I gestured to her to sit on the pod swing while I sat on the chair near it. Long silence can be heard and she fiddles with the pillow, waiting for me to speak. “Why do you keep accepting Utsuki’s invitations?” She looked at me like a bulb lit up on top of her head and I only sipped my coffee. “You know that I love curry, Sakyo-san. I couldn’t say no.”
“The others might think both of you started dating if it goes on.”
“We’re not.”
“They don’t know that.”
“What’s this about, Sakyo-san? Suddenly lecturing me about nonsensical things when you already know the answers. It’s not like we’re using the company’s money for the eat-outs.” She replies while her brows are now furrowed. I shook my head and put down the cup, looking at her she leaned back “I didn’t say anything about the company money.”
“Then tell me why you’re upset, Sakyo-san.”
“I’m not upset.”
“You don’t have to tell me that you are.” I rubbed my temples and she got closer. “Are you jealous?” I looked at her with my forehead folded and she smiled at my reaction “Stop acting like I’m dumb, Sakyo-san. I’m only bubbly and there’s a difference. There were signs, even the people from akigumi and fuyugumi can see it.”
“I don’t understand what you’re trying to say, Izumi.” As I replied, she leaned closer to my ear and I froze. “Sorry to keep you waiting, Sakyo-san.” She cups my face and I felt soft skin lay on my lips.
[Izumi’s]
“Kantoku, this was his last letter.” Chikage says as he hands me a piece of paper while I’m munching down curry. Three days after Sakyo-san and I kissed, Chikage asked me to join him at the curry restaurant again. I took the envelope and read the name Orcus on the back of it. “Can’t you just tell me who ‘Orcus’ is?”
“Just open it.”
I rip the envelope open. The glue on the envelope felt recent like all of its stick wasn’t fully dry on the paper.
“I’m happy you kept reading my letters until the end. My love counts the days I desire to be by your side. You have accepted my soul and I wish to talk to you tomorrow. 3 AM. At the place where you found the kitten. There will be consequences if you reject me.”
I folded the letter and gave it back to Chikage. This hurts my head. “Well?” I winced at the question and looked at him “It’s different. Is it still him?” He nodded and air escaped from my mouth in frustration “You already met him. Might as well have talked to him. I’ll be right behind you if he does something bad.” I raised my brow at him in disbelief. Like he didn’t do something bad to me by kidnapping me before the premiere. He laughed like he read my mind “There was a reason why I did what I did. This one’s different, I have a bad feeling about what he’ll do.”
3:00 AM. I went out with Chikage and went to the place near the park where I first found the kitten. Chikage hid behind the cafe that’s open for 24 hours. He said he can see me from there and be quick when something happens. I rubbed my arms for heat while wearing the thickest jacket I could find.
3:42 AM. No one appeared. I thought of heading back when I heard my name from a voice I recognized. When I turned around, a hand went for my wrist and pushed me to a wall in a dark area. His face was near and his lips started making their way on mine and my other hand kept punching his chest. Chikage. Where is he? I kept punching and when I felt hands climbing on my neck to deepen the kiss I kicked his shin and he backed away. Even with hands shaking, I frantically took my phone out and turned on the flashlight. The clothes he’s wearing felt familiar, his figure making sure it was him, his innocent voice turning into something sinister that terrifies me to my core. “Are you going to accept my confession?” he asks as he lifts his head to look at me. Tears flowed on my cheeks as I stepped back and looked for Chikage. He said he could see me from the cafe, what happened to him? It’s impossible for him to abandon me, right? I looked at the guy in front of me “Kazunari, why…”
“I asked Chikage since I assume you might find it weird for younger guys to like you. Like Masumi, for example.” He stood up and slowly approached me, I stepped back to avoid him. I need to go back. “This isn’t you, Kazunari. Since when-”
“Since when did I like you?” He smiles at the question “Since you recruited me, of course. You look like someone who could be my muse. Please accept my confession, kantoku.”
“Izumi!” Before my back faces the wall again, a voice could be heard from afar. The voice of the man that had already held my heart: Sakyo-san. I looked at Kazunari and started to run, however minutes later he caught up and pulled me behind a tree, covering my mouth with a handkerchief. “You haven’t answered yet, kantoku. Let him find you.” My screams were all muffled through the handkerchief and struggled to push him. I gathered all my strength to bite his hand and run, I heard my name being called and I tried to call for Sakyo-san. We ran to each other with our arms embracing each others’ bodies and the tears flowed on his shirt, his hand combing my hair for comfort. “Chikage called me. I left immediately from the moment he told me what Miyoshi was going to do. You’re safe now.” I sobbed on his chest and we both dropped to the floor as my knees gave in.
“Enjoying the reunion?” Our bodies froze when we heard Kazunari. I was about to stand up when Sakyo-san stood in front of me. When I turned, Kazunari was holding something dark in his hand and pointed at Sakyo-san. “Not her. Don’t hurt her.” I heard Sakyo-san say and Kazunari laughed. He gestured to Sakyo-san to move away from me and had his hands up “Didn’t expect you to be one that kantoku who’ll call. Frail and old. At first I thought it’d be Chika-chon, then he said he’d help me.” He looked at me and I tried to plead in front of him. The light from the park shone on his face twisted with greed and holding a knife “What’s wrong, kantoku-chan? Afraid of a knife? I took it from my tools in case someone tries to harm or interrupt us. It seems the perfect way to stab it to little old Frooch.”
“No Kazunari!”
“What? I told you, you haven’t answered yet.”
“Answered what, Miyoshi?!” Sakyo interfered.
“To accept being my muse, Frooch. She has already tried my patience and I couldn’t wait anymore. I gave her two choices. To accept my confession or to reject me, however to reject me is to receive brutal consequences. Don’t you agree it will be a fair share of pain and torture?” Kazunari approaches me while his knife is pointed at Sakyo-san. He needs to stop. He’s out of his mind. His hands found its way to my neck and choked me to stand up. He pulls me to him and points the knife on my neck. Sakyo reaches for me but the knife digs deeper on my skin “Izumi-”
“Make your choice, kantoku.” I hear Kazunari say while looking at Sakyo-san with tears flowing. “I’m sorry for not telling you, Sakyo-san. I d-didn’t want you to worry.”
“Miyoshi, what the hell’s wrong with you?! Don’t hurt her!” Sakyo-san shouts yet Kazunari only laughs “I’ve put a hella lot of effort for months for this, Frooch, and for what? Rejection? Only to find out that you’re the one she loves? This was never in the plan but there’s now way I’ll let you both have your happy ending!” The knife went in deeper to have blood flowing and I winced in pain but then it stopped. I felt Kazunari’s arm falling off followed by his body to the ground as he lost consciousness. I look back to see Chikage with his gun in his hand. Arms wrapped tightly from behind before I could think, I turned around and saw Sakyo-san’s worried face and hugged him again. Letting me go, he stops the bleeding on my neck and pulls me away from Kazunari’s body that’s being held by Chikage.
“He needs to pay for what he’s done.” Sakyo-san lets me press on the cloth on my neck and plans to approach Kazunari yet I pull him back to stop him. “He’s unconscious now. Let’s just call the police and ambulance before I pass out.”
“I already did that a while ago while you’re both cuddling. Go sit while we wait for them to arrive. Don’t worry, I tied up Kazunari so he won’t move if he ever wakes up.” Chikage says. Sakyo-san stood up and I followed my gaze when he walked to Chikage, and in a blink, I heard a loud smack, causing Chikage to kneel with his head down “That’s for helping the bastard.”
“Sakyo-san!” I shouted and I tried to run to him but before I could reach him, I felt a strong pang of pain on my stomach. My hand reached for it and saw blood from my fingertips, my eyes quickly moved to Kazunari and saw him hold a gun between both of his hands. My knees kissed the floor and Sakyo-san held me close to him while Chikage ran back to Kazunari and fought with him. “Izumi, hold on. The ambulance’s almost here so you need to wake up. Izumi, please.” Sakyo-san’s arms cradle my body while desperately trying to hold off the blood that’s been oozing on my stomach. My hand tried to reach for his face and his hand held mine with his tears flowing on my arm. I try to smile as my eyes start to drop “Sakyo-san, come closer.” I softly call out to him and he follows “Remember that my heart will always be yours. Take care of the flowers you gave me.” He nods while trying to comb my hair away from my face, kissing my forehead. All the exhaustion is finally catching up to me. I couldn’t keep my eyes open anymore yet I still want to savor the moment. “Sakyo-san.” I called out to him again “Kiss me one last time.”
I felt his lips touch mine as I poured all my remaining strength to keep ourselves close to each other for the last time. As I felt all my consciousness fading, I whispered “I love you. I’m so sorry.”
[Sakyo’s]
It’s been months since Izumi passed. Miyoshi was sent to prison thanks to Utsuki and I went back to the house where I worked as a yakuza. News spread in the dorm months after and Usui even punched me in the gut but I didn’t bother. The Mankai company then dissolved and went our own ways and back to our lives before theater happened. When Yukio-san came back, I told him about Izumi and he broke down. He bought back the company for her sake but the feeling wasn’t the same as before.
I miss her.
I had a lot of new things planned with her since the day we confessed to each other. I wanted to ask if she thought of me as much as I thought about her, how her day was, or her thoughts on the new plays and movies we’re going to watch.
Now, there will never be a chance.
Everytime I see forget-me-nots, it reminds me of her. I will never forget you, Izumi, my first and last love, my friend, our director. I will cherish your love forever.
A3! Fanfic ✦ 12/02/2021 (Reposted from my old X account)
Revised: 05/01/2026 | Word count: 988
Enter the marriage life between two members of a theater company when one keeps telling white lies and the other starts to doubt.
[ Hisoka’s ]
My head might explode out of frustration and confusion. The way my wife tells me something so naturally even if I thought it wasn’t true. I’m not usually the type to believe something so simple except for baiting me for marshmallows. Since our marriage, Ayane would tell me random fake trivias or little mundane things. It was amusing at first, then she evolved the way she delivers it and I’d get constantly fooled. She’s not the type of girl who’d explain and would wait until I found out it was a lie. The other members were surprised because they too thought that I’m quick-witted even though sleep is my best partner-in-crime other than Penpen.
There was a time when I asked where she hid the strawberry mallows and she said it was in the refrigerator. The mallows weren’t there when I checked then she said the cat ate it. My heart broke hearing that, but when I cuddled next to her, she smelled like the mallows I was looking for. She then admitted she ate it because it became her new favorite snack.
Another time where she would randomly ask me if Penpen’s favorite hobby is swimming and said Penpen just discovered that he likes to swim. It was fine until a week later, I was looking for Penpen and found him in the roof drain at the garden. Ayane quickly said “Oh! The cat scratched and dropped him in the mud earlier so I put him near the roof drain to wash him off with the hose.” I was confused because she asked about Penpen’s hobby a week ago and he was here the whole time. When I pulled Penpen, I heard something ripped from below. Bending down, I saw the string of cloth connected to the drain. Ayane scratched her side cheek and bit her lip, looking worried “I’m sorry, Hisoka! I’ve been asking and looking for stores selling Penpen plushies and I’m still trying. He’s been worn out too for some time and was thinking of replacing him before this happened. I hope you can forgive me.” She started fidgeting her nails and I hugged her. I don’t blame her and I can’t, but at least I can get another fluffy plushie.
“She may be up to something again, Hisoka.” My eyes followed Tasuku while hugging my new Penpen. I told him what was happening at the apartment and Homare decided to chime in with the news. “My word! That would be troublesome, is it not? It is a good thing that our beloved Ayane’s trying her best to make up for her mistakes.”
“My Ayane.” I emphasized. Azuma giggled beside me “Her habit is quite endearing, Hisoka. Both of you are married yet she seems to be keeping secrets so you won’t get hurt or offended.” I raised my head up to answer but his pointing finger touched my lips “Why don’t you test her loyalty? A lie for a lie.” Tasuku and Homare retorted but I stared into his eyes, waiting for him to continue. “I know Hisoka doesn’t want infidelity and I won’t let him either. It’ll be a quick little game for the both of you. Corner each other.”
A month later, I was laying down and playing with our cat, and Ayane’s going through her paperwork and projects. “Aya” I called, she hummed in response “The members dropped the truth bomb and I was being a heavy burden because I kept sleeping at rehearsals.” I heard a loud ballpen tap on the desk and a sigh “Honey, you always sleep but you always make up for it.” I held the underarms of the cat and lifted him to stand, then I looked at her “Would you still love me even if I became the lazy guy of Mankai?”
“No.” I paused at her answer. I sat up and looked at her. She looked at me while holding her pen under her chin and her brow raised. “Do you love me?” I asked again. She paused for a while and removed her glasses, then returned to look at me “No.” I was stunned to hear her answer. She stood up and approached the couch, sitting down beside me, and reaching for my hand. Tears slowly formed in my eyes as minutes passed. She then reached out to my cheek and kissed me on the lips followed by a smile “I knew you were doing a loyalty test on me. Of course, I love you! Do you think I made a lot of effort for you to be mine and married you for nothing?” Now, I’m in the waterworks. I hugged her tightly and lightly kissed her neck, she laughed and her arms surrounded me “I hate how you lie, Aya. I could have a serious heart attack because of how much you shattered it.” Aya cooed and laughed as she rubbed my back in a comforting way. “In all honesty, I really would say I wouldn’t accept it if you became a lazy man because that’s not like you and you’re also aware of how much you want to make up for missed rehearsals.” I nodded in response. “And I won’t lie to you again. I wouldn’t want my man to have additional trust issues because of his wife. I’m sorry.”
“You should be.” We laughed and our lips met once again “Although, you are quite fun to tease. It’s not a common chance for you to get fooled.”
“My guard’s down when I’m with you. I love you that much.”
“Even if I’m annoying?” I kissed her forehead and put my arm around her “Can’t help it. We already vowed to be together until we die anyway.”
“So who was it?” Aya asked and I shifted my head to look at her “Who’s what?” She cups my face “Who made you do this loyalty test?”
A3! Drabble ✦ 12/02/2021 (Reposted from my Write.as acc)
Revised: 05/01/2026 | Word count: 100
The machine hums near my fingers, the needle continuously and quickly punching miniscule holes through the cloth, the music playing from my cute headphones with cat ears. Everything is just what I want for the moment. Peace and enjoyment. However, there will always be a feeling inside of me that feels hollow. It always has been, isn’t it?
“Why do you dress like a girl? Are you even a girl?”
“Yuki’s a freak! Don’t get involved with him!”
You will never make me leave the place that made me feel whole, where I’m accepted, even if they force me out.
A3! Fanfic ✦ 01/04/2021 (Reposted from my old X account)
Revised: 10/29/2025 | Word count: 2407
Two childhood friends, who seemed like a couple on the outside, celebrates each others' birthdays with a tradition only the two of them know.
[ Haru’s ]
February 1st. It’s the day I fell into the hands of the world and every year, the same day, rain pours. Now I know this might sound cliche but me and my best friend, Itaru, have a little tradition since we were young. He’d give me short notes and sometimes with flowers he plucked somewhere - mostly camellias and roses - on my birthday. For his, I’d spend time with him like he’ll ask me to ride bikes, play games, pranks, or fun bets. Our friends would be confused whether we became a couple or not but it’s really just us being really comfortable with each other, no judgement at all.
“Close your eyes, Haru.” He says while we sit inside a cafe as the rain pours outside. I jokingly looked at him like I was doubting then proceeded to droop my eyelids. A tingling sensation ran down on my head then like a comb slowly being slid through my hair. I felt his hand under mine and placed a small piece of paper in it, “There. You can open your eyes now.” I followed, grinning and brimming with excitement, and before I opened the folded paper in my hands he held it and raised a small mirror to see what’s on my hair. My eyes were surprised to see a different flower than what I’ve always received, “Wow, this is a new one and it’s a pretty clip too. What’s this called?” I said with an amused tone. The flower had lots of thin petals compiled at the same time spread like a small bouquet and its color screamed bright red that made me think of tango dancers. “Red Chrysanthemum.” he answered.
“And you still won’t tell me what it means?” He refuses while smiling as I asked. He raised his other hand and followed it with my gaze, it went to my ear and tucked the baby hair sticking out. I flushed at his gesture, blinking endlessly to sink in what he did, and went back to being upset with him. “Ugh. We have been doing this for years, Itaru. I don’t understand why you still refuse to tell me what the flowers mean.”
“You don’t have to know the meaning, Haru. I’m happy that you’re appreciating them as they are.”
“But what if I want to know?”
“You didn’t even bother to search about it?”
“But I want to hear it from you!” I huffed and he laughed. He tried holding my hand but I pulled away, yet he quickly pulled my wrist and hugged me. I heard a chuckle near my ear, his breath tickling my lobe. “If I tell you, would you still stay?” My forehead formed a crease, questioning what he whispered “Itaru, what are you trying to-” He hugged me tighter before I finished my sentence. “Don’t mind what I said. All that matters today is your birthday.” He said and I thought of pushing him but the hug was so tight that I felt his heartbeat singing.
4 months later
Okay, I’d be lying if I said my heart doesn’t flutter when I’m with Itaru. He’s been constantly treating me differently since my birthday and it’s weird! He’s been sweeter and he’s done unexpected things that would make me fluster so bad. I don’t even know if he noticed that I panic when he does those things. One day he’d hug me from behind, sometimes he’d randomly hold my chin up if I didn't give my attention to him, or he’d only laugh when he lost the game! What kind of food is he eating at home?!
I don’t know what to do. My veins always have a tingle sensation when we hangout, I’d put on light makeup when he invites me to eat out or go to arcades, or see myself grinning so hard when I thought of him. This isn’t me! And now I’ve started to avoid him two weeks ago. I need to take a break from him or I’ll lose my mind if he keeps this up.
Lying down on my bed and hugging my pillow, I rolled to grab my phone. A few minutes pass by and I stare at his contact info displayed on my screen. Should I call him? Should I ask how he’s feeling? I mean he is my best friend by my God! He’s. Driving. Me. Insane. My hands trembled lightly with my chest pounding loud and fast as I pressed the call button. After a few rings, I heard a familiar voice “You finally remembered me.” As if all my anxious thoughts faded away, I sighed and my lips curved into a smile “Can I see you?”
While waiting at a cafe near the building of his theater company, I ordered some of our favorite meals and watched the people passing by outside. The bell hanging on top of the doorframe rings and I look to see a girl, who I think is about my age, walking into the cafe wearing a loose blue-striped sweater and a long denim skirt that reaches her ankles with a peach colored sling bag on her shoulder. We made eye contact and I was surprised to see her walking towards me. “Are you Haru? You’re Itaru’s friend right?” she asks, I’ve never met her in my entire life. I hesitated for a bit then nodded in response, she smiled softly “Mind if I sit with you? Are you waiting for someone?”
“Y-Yes. I’m waiting for a friend. I suppose we’ve never met before but you know me and Itaru. What’s your name?” I stuttered while holding my iced coffee. The girl sat down beside me and clasped her hands together in shock “Oh! I guess he hasn’t mentioned me to you yet. I’m Izumi Tachibana, director of Mankai Company and Itaru’s girlfriend.” I paused for a moment when I was about to put my coffee down and looked at her. Our eyes met and she gave me a smile. I laughed awkwardly and the bell on the cafe door rang and we both turned to see Itaru walking in. He smiled at me but was shocked to see Izumi beside me “Haru, I see that you’ve met our director.”
“Izumi, do you mind if I borrow your boyfriend for a sec? Thanks.” I stood up and pulled Itaru out and far from the cafe before I could hear her answer. He squirms at my grip as I keep pulling, trying to remove his arm and being all confused. When we were far enough I let go of his arm and faced him. “What’s gotten into you, Haru?” he asks while rubbing his arm in pain.
“Why didn’t you tell me that you have a girlfriend?” The question escaped my mouth before I could process what to say. He blinked a few times and raised his hands like a culprit caught in the act “What do you mean girlfriend? Do you mean Izumi?”
“Who else do you think I’m referring to? Since when have you been together?” I asked as tears started to form in my eyes, I blinked quickly and looked away to avoid letting it flow. In a bustling street, it felt like our silence was longer. “Since April.” he answers and my gaze returns to him. It’s like an axe had struck down on me and cut me in half. He held a guilty expression across his face and scratched his nape out of nervousness. “I was worried when you weren’t calling or texting me.”
“Don’t change the subject.” I retorted. “I've been your best friend for so many years, Itaru, and you didn’t even bother telling me about having a girlfriend. Was it after your birthday? What do you even take me for?” He went completely silent and avoided my gaze, I continued. “For weeks, I’ve been overthinking everything that you’ve been doing while we’re together and then I’ll find out that you have a girlfriend for what- for two months already? Are you trying to experiment with me or something? You could’ve just asked me; not make me confused about your intentions.” I hissed. Before I could process, tears started running down my cheeks and Itaru looked up with concern as he heard a sniffle. I wiped the tears with my palm and held up my other hand to stop him from approaching me.
“I’m sorry.” he mutters and a scoff escapes my lips. I lowered my hand and thought of something that I know I’ll regret later.
“You know I’ve been confused about you since my birthday.” He looks up to meet my gaze “You’ve been sweeter than before, you acted like my boyfriend a lot of times that I couldn’t ignore my other friends when they're teasing me, you weren’t denying anything when people ask - like you weren’t like that before! And most of the time, I’ve always felt something tingling in my veins. It’s weird to hear, I know. My heart races when you do things like that. At first I ignored it because I’m used to you showering me affection and doting on me, but this time it felt different.” I confessed, dropping my head down and sobbed my eyes out. “I can’t believe you have the power to make me like this, you bastard. I’ve started to fall for you, Itaru, but I guess I’m too late, am I? You got to meet your new player two and… I’ve become an NPC who’ll only watch you and your partner in battle.” We both stood at the side of a building for a while. I kept on crying, he kept silent, then for a few minutes, strong arms surrounded me and a hand caressed my back, urging me to sob on his chest.
“I’d rather fight with you than enjoy my victories with someone else.”
It took a moment for me to calm down and what he said had already sunk in. Pulling my body away from him, I saw him with a smile on his face, my forehead creased and punched his stomach lightly “What the hell, Chigasaki.”
“That’s all it takes to take it out from you.” Now I’m even more confused. He walks towards me and puts his forehead on mine. “You’ll always be my favorite player two, Haru. No one will take away that title from you. You’ve finally let your heart be held when my heart was in yours this entire time.”
“All those gifts…”
“It was my way of expressing my true feelings. I secretly hoped you’d find out sooner.” He replied and my eyes were in full shock, backing away with my hand on my mouth. “You seriously wanted me to go full on Sherlock Holmes with all your cryptid flowers! I’m slow for those kinds of things!”
“I wasn’t supposed to drag it for a few months. Last Valentines Day, you invited me to hangout and I planned on confessing but I saw you with Kazunari and thought you deserved better. That’s when I cancelled our plans.” Itaru explained further “And your birthday? If you told me that you found out the meaning of those flowers, I’d confess even if it gives me a double kill to ruin our friendship and you reject me. I just couldn’t pretend anymore. For years, I’ve yearned for you in silence and now, I finally got my answer.” He smiled and I punched his arm after the pain from my grip just faded away, he winced in pain and I breathed deeply. I know I’m naive but I’m not that dumb. Loving this man has hurt me so badly at the same time healed me as if a thousand cuts were gone in a flash. All my energy today started to drain me to the core and it’s because of him.
“You’re such a jerk. What about Izumi?” I asked and he was still in pain. He laughs at my question. “Coming from the person who took years to like me back. Izumi’s just our director. We never dated. I can’t believe you fell for her act considering she didn’t take any lessons.” He pointed to the side and I followed the direction. I saw Izumi on the other street near a curry stall, then waved at us. She mouths at me with her hands in a prayer form, asking for forgiveness. I looked at Itaru and he nodded at her then watched her leave.
I squeezed his cheeks and faced him “You went through such lengths just for me to understand your feelings and even made a mess out of me in public.” Itaru held my hands on his face, removed them, and kissed the tips of my fingers. I felt a wave of heat on my cheeks and I tried pulling away but he wouldn’t let go. “You still look cute even if you say you look like a mess though.” God, I feel like I’ve unlocked a new version of Itaru Chigasaki. “I’ll buy you new clothes at your favorite thrift store.”
“Fine! I’ll also make up for the weeks I’ve ignored you.”
“That’s the girl I love.”
“Itaru Chigasaki!” I shouted and he laughed while holding my hand as we walked to the thrift store. “Don’t you think my luck was all out today that I got to be your first boyfriend?” He added and I felt my face turn into a tomato from blushing too hard. Itaru pulled me and my face clashed with his chest, hugging me tightly once again. “I won’t get tired of this. God, don’t let her get taken away from me-” Before he could finish, I pulled his collar and kissed him “I love you too, you yapper, now shut up so I can change clothes.” I tried pulling him but he became stronger and held my nape to kiss me again, but deeper. My arms flung over his neck and kissed for a while, never minding the people passing by us.
When I felt his grip loosen, I lightly pushed him away and ran. Itaru was left in awe followed by a teasing smile, stood up and sighed “How could I ever live without you, Haru?” then started to run after me and I ran faster while avoiding the crowd.
Both struck by cupid at different times yet they’d still find each other wherever they landed. Love had killed them once, yet it healed them the next.
A3! Fanfic ✦ 11/09/2020 (Reposted from my old X account)
Revised: 10/13/2025 | Word count: 3143
A girl receives a box of gifts and letters from her lover after he passed.
One love. Nine reasons. It’s what he wrote. It’s what she found.
Hi Pino!
You’re finally reading this. Well, if you’re reading this, there’s something wrong again. I know I’m hurting you with this illness of mine other than having fevers. Every day and every night, I’m always grateful for your patience in taking care of me. At the same time I feel like a burden in holding you back from so many opportunities and meeting other guys. You tell me so many interesting things in your life - your dreams, your goals, your hobbies - and I’m happy to share the same energy with you. Keep telling me new stories and I’ll listen. My heart will always be with you.
Your listener, Kumon
Nine. “You bring stories that pull me away from reality.”
Heya Pino!
We were asked in an interview again what we wanted to do if we didn’t choose to become an actor. A lot of the guys had some super awesome choices like professional sleeper, international poet, beauty vlogger, fashion designer, and even a full-time Veluflix critic! They sound sooooo cool!! Me? I answered that I’d go back to playing baseball. I just couldn’t resist the sport and I know you know that hehe
Oh yeah! I just remember the time when we laid down at the park and we asked each other that same question. We both answered at the same time to be together forever. You even laughed at me while I was whining, saying that in the future you wouldn’t be my wife. Pino, I love you. I love you I love you I love you. I couldn’t bear to replace you. I’d make a list but Tenma’s calling me. Gotta go now!
Your soon-to-be-partner-in-life, Kumon
Eight. “You’re my forever muse.”
Pinoooooooo!
Happy hearts day!! I’m soooooo sorry that I only gave you a small present. I had planned a big surprise but something went wrong - I guess these letters are my big surprise (not in a negative way!) I hope you’ll forgive me :(
Anyway! This’ll be a long message (I think) but I hope this will make you happier! Pino, my love, my darling, my only, when we met when we were doing a street act, I was super duper mega nervous and I didn’t know what to think. Sure, I enjoy people watching and helping promote our company but I malfunctioned when I saw you. Misumi didn’t notice at first but good thing he saved my butt back there. You look so pretty smiling and laughing. My mind couldn’t help but say to steal looks from you. I can tell you were shocked when we pulled you for a skit but you did great with the funny improvs. My heart was about to burst when you agreed to give me your email - I’m usually shy… I really am! But courage spiked that day and I really wanted to get to know you.
Thank the universe everything worked out and look where it got us now. I love you so much, Pino. I can say that to you a million times! Before I’d say those words to my friends and family, but I don’t know. It hits differently when I say it to you. Gosh, even Azuma teases me on how much I’m whipped for you! I’m lucky to be the guy that you can call your boyfriend. Thank you for teaching me how to love more.
Your number one yearner, Kumon
Seven. “You taught me how to love unconditionally.”
Hey Pino,
I’ve been writing these letters for almost two months now. Don’t worry, this isn’t anything serious. You won’t believe what happened in the dorm. Azami scolded nii-chan to have a strict skincare schedule with how dry his face was and was having breakouts every time theater makeup was applied. It was so funny I teased him but when Banri came along I just went back to being poker faced. Even just by his presence, ugh it annoys me!
Anyway, I hope you’re doing fine, my princess, I miss you sooooo much! By the time you read this, I want you to know that I’ll be here to make you happy as long as we’re together. I’m sorry for the days when I couldn’t text you. I had something going on and practices have been stricter especially Yuzo-san’s around again. I wish you good luck with your upcoming exams, Pino! I love you!
Your number one cheerleader, Kumon
Six. “Happiness is something we share.”
Hi Pinooooo
I still feel guilty when I called you so late at night because of my panic attack. My heart and mind calms down whenever I get to hear your voice. The truth is, I was afraid that I wouldn't be able to wake up while having a high fever. That's why it triggered me and I apologize for worrying you so much.
Me and nii-chan went for a check-up and the doctor said that due to my consistent high fevers to the point I was rushed before (I’m sorry I didn’t let you know about that) I had something hyper- I couldn’t remember since it was too complicated when I first heard about it. But said that it could be life-threatening and that made me devastated for days. They’re trying to find ways on how to treat me. I hope it doesn’t get worse.
I want to listen to your loving voice more. You really bring comfort and it takes away all my anxious thoughts. Sorry for being a burden with all the random calls and I understand if you couldn’t answer right away. The others are worried during practices and nii-chan’s doing his best to take care of me. I hope that you’re here beside me but I also don’t want to let you know. Am I too selfish? Don’t worry, I’ll make it up to you if I can. Remember that I always love you. I’ll be taking a rest now.
Your heart, Kumon
Five. “Your voice keeps me at ease.”
My Pino~
Our date at the local baseball tournament was a blast! You also gave me the opportunity to teach you at the Veludo batting cage - I’ve been waiting for this moment for so long! It was a little upsetting that the team we were rooting for lost the game but oh well, it is what it is. They can improve for the next game hehe if you’d ask me what was the most fun part of the date I’d answer the rain pouring while we were playing. Everything felt like a romance movie and it was magical! From now on, rainy weather will be my favorite… except for storms maybe. That’s how I’ll remember our moments and I hope it’ll remind you of me. Good thing our house was nearby and I got to see you wearing my clothes. You look so cute when you wear my shirts and when you were trying on my jerseys! Let’s have another date soon, okay?
Your baseball-obsessed bf, Kumon
Four. “I love seeing you wearing my clothes.”
Yahoo Pino!
It’s been a month since I last wrote the last letter. I was busy dating and studying with you, check-ups, and practices ever since Muku and I were casted as leads. I’m still holding on, don’t worry. I know we just talked earlier at our closing night but I miss you already. You really surprised me when you ran up to me and gave me a tight hug. As much as I wanted to feel proud, my shyness got the better of me and we were greeting the audience at the exit so everyone was looking at us. You even yelled that I’m the best lead for you to everyone and I was blushing so hard like a tomato! The other members kept teasing me all about it! But that’s okay since I like teasing them not having lovers hehe but you do really act like a mom sometimes and I was wondering if you’ll be like that in the future - supportive, loving, and likes to flex the people you love.
Even at my lowest of lows, you’re always there to support and encourage me. When I’m trying my best to hide my nervousness, I see you sitting and it’s like everyone disappeared and I’m performing only for you. That’s why I’m going to do the same to you! I will always support you until you achieve your dreams and life goals. You can do it, Pino! If you need me to listen to your worries and frustrations, I’m one call away!
Gotta end this letter here. The floral prince’s calling me for the afterparty. Rest up and see you again! I love you!!
Your loving, dependable, and shining Broto, Kumon
Three. “You always support my highs and lows.”
My Loving Pino~
It’s almost my princess’ birthday! I’m so happy to be alive to witness another year of your beauty. I’m excited how your day will unfold! When was the last time we went to a comic con? Two or three years ago? Wow, it’s been a while. Let’s go to another one if you like! I’ll give you the best comic con experience of your life! Better than we had before! Just the two of us, too. I’ll ask Muku and nii-chan to give us at least one day together~
We’ll look at your favorite shoujo mangas, go to the place you’ll like, go to the amusement park or arcade, take a foodtrip, and you’ll receive my surprise ‘til the end of the day. I hope your parents agree. If not, I’ll take you out secretly, alright? Just kidding, I'll ask for their permission in advance. I love you sooooo much! I can’t wait to see you again!
Your partner-in-crime, Kumon
Two. “Our interests intertwined under the universe’s call.”
Pino, I’m afraid this will be hard for you to absorb. This will be my final gift for our anniversary.
It’s been seven months and I’m writing again to let it all out. These past few months have been harder on my physical and mental health. My brain keeps forgetting a lot of things. There were days when your name became unfamiliar to me. I’m scared. I don’t want to lose any memories of you. This illness… It's called hyperpyrexia. It’s the main reason for my consistent high fevers and what they also saw was a growing tumor in my brain. I’m very sorry if I ever ignored you when you were calling out to me or showed any bad behaviors around you.
I thought it was just a normal fever but it took days then weeks for me to recover. The amount of times when I lost consciousness and had seizures began increasing and we even lied to you when I’m now confined at the hospital. The audacity I know. The treatments worked before but now, the doctor said that the tumor can’t be removed anymore as the disease cells can spread to other organs. When I forget, illusions come into view like I see your silhouette but I don’t know that it was you. It was blurry. If I seem to forget you, I’m secretly hoping that you’ll help me remember but I don’t want you to worry about me so much.
I hope you’ll understand why I did this. Nii-chan said that you and him are the ones I keep forgetting because both of you are the closest people that I have right now. My heart hurts so much. I want to remember you until the very end, Pino. You fading away is the last thing I want to see, I don’t even want to see that happen.
If I never got to see you again and I didn’t give this box to you in time, I want you to be strong. You’ll have a meltdown, I know, but I wish you to be the brave girl that I always love. I hope it rains the day I’ll go to heaven so that I can still remember you and when I get to heaven I’ll send a light pour to make sure to remind you that I’m always there for you. It was never my intention to hurt you but this is the only thing that I can do. I’m sorry and I love you. Always and forever. Remember that.
All the love, Kumon
One. “I wish to remember everything about you until my next life.”
One box. Nine heartfelt letters. It’s what he forgot to give, it’s what she’ll remember.
The center of the letter gets soaked with tears, everything silent except for the endless gasps, sobs, and loud screaming of his name only filled the room. The box of letters and gifts were given to Pino a week after Kumon passed. Juza and Muku felt guilty that they never hinted to her about Kumon’s illness. The last time Kumon and Pino talked was when he called her late at night, telling her how much he loves her and he’s thankful for meeting her. She was worried when she heard those words and rushed to the hospital. Like he’ll never come back.
And she was right.
By the time she arrived at his room, all she heard were multiple murmurs and the sound of a heart machine playing a consistent note, nurses surrounding him - removing all his life support and IV. Two doctors talking to Juza and Muku, confirming his time of death. Pino dropped everything and felt her knees weakened, Juza and Muku saw Pino at the door with surprised looks and immediately approached her, helping her stand up and sit at the nearest couch. Pino’s tears started to flow silently and slowly started sobbing. Muku hugged her tightly as they watched a nurse cover Kumon with a white cloth.
“We’re really sorry, Pino.” Juza says, while looking at the soaked letters in the girl’s hands. Pino closed her eyes and with her mouth shaking in anger and sadness “Why…” she started, a few minutes passed before she continued “Why did none of you tell me the truth? All of you were taking care of him except for me. I’m his girlfriend.” silence was the response “I would’ve-” she gripped her forehead and felt her heart ache at every word she let out “I would’ve been there until his last breath! No one told me it was getting this worse. I’ve always thought that it was just a mild illness and that he’d get better with the medicine but no one. But no! Not a single person dared to prepare me for the thing growing in his brain and that he was already dying!”
“It was his wish to never let you know until two weeks before he passed. He was ready to give you the box.”
“Then why did no one call me?”
“You were busy with the exam and he didn’t want to bother you. Four days later, he forgot but he said we couldn’t risk letting you know about his temporary memory loss or you’ll get hurt.”
“Well, I’m hurting more that I didn’t know everything until he’s already gone!” Pino looked back at Juza and Muku standing behind her, Muku took a step “Last month, he was already fine until he collapsed again and we rushed here to the hospital. When everything became stable, he regained consciousness and the first thing that he did was ask for a pen and paper. He wrote his last letter before his illness acts up again and asks that we call you after a week and he’ll give the box to you.”
“And that’s when you were unreachable and Kumon started to forget you again.” Juza added “Everything was sudden and we couldn’t do anything. We couldn’t leave him.”
Pino sat down and started to sob again. “As much as I want to lash out more, all my energy drained the moment I opened that box. I’m done.” she confessed.
After Kumon endured all the illusions that had been lurking in his mind, it was also a point where his life could be taken away. If he were to be given two choices: to avoid the person closest to his heart to have the memories or to endure the illusions with a high possibility of dying, he’ll always choose to be with her. He loves her. He loved her. He never wanted to love again but he’ll be happy if Pino would love another if he went away.
Three years have passed. Pino stood in front of his grave with a small paper in her hand. She sighs and puts down the letter on top of his name along with morning glory flowers “I remember that you said you like morning glory, Mon.” she stares at the flowers and caresses the cemented name “I asked the florist what it means. It blooms in the morning and wilts in the afternoon, yet it symbolizes lasting love and new beginnings. You already gave me a hint and I was too young to pick it up. You went away too soon. It feels wrong to go to college without you by my side.” Drops appeared on the cement and she wiped her cheeks, realizing that she’s crying again. A few minutes later, more drops started to fall and she looked up to see a sun shining with light rain pouring. She suddenly felt his presence by her side and cried even more. “I miss you, Mon.”
Dear Kumon,
I hope, even as a spirit, you get to read this letter. Why did you think that I can be strong without you? You’re the only reason I’m able to face everything. Not gonna lie, I’d rather feel the pain from a temporary breakup rather than a permanent one. You could’ve stayed. You should’ve lived! I’m so upset with myself that I didn’t realize earlier and I know you’ll scold me for being too hard on myself again. We’re supposed to be 18 together but you stopped at 16.
Juza and Muku have been trying to make it up to me. I won’t be able to accept that you’re gone but I know that I should live my life for you. I will never forget you. Thank you for staying with me even for a few years. We’ve comforted each other more than we should. You sacrificed so much for love and it’s time for me to do the same. The box of letters and trinkets will always be by my side and will be the closest to my heart. I love you very much. I’ll say it to you a million times. I hope in our next life we’ll be able to love each other freely and grow old together. In sickness and in health.
A3! Fanfic ✦ 11/23/2020 (Reposted from my old X account)
Revised: 10/13/2025 | Word count: 726
Guy was once called an “android” for suppressing emotions and obediently following orders from the royal family. Nightmares keep coming back to haunt his wife and he learns to comfort her.
Loud thunders and strong rainfall pass through the walls at two in the morning. A girl kept shuffling on the bed and squirming in fear for a while “No…” She whimpers, hugging her pillow tighter “Where are you… Guy…” calling out her husband’s name, Guy wakes up and sits up to check his wife “Guy! Don’t leave! I can’t see you… I don’t want this!” the girl screams and Guy shakes her to snap her to reality “Jae? Jae, wake up. I’m here, honey.”
Guy’s attempts in waking up his wife fails. She starts flailing her arms, reaching out on thin air, screaming for her husband. “Wake up, Jae!” Shaking her shoulders again, Jae’s eyes finally opened with flowing tears on her cheeks. She hugged Guy after their eyes met and sobbed more “You were walking away.” she starts while trying to catch air “I thought I lost you again. My heart ached so much and you never looked back while I was trying to reach for you.” Guy rubbed her back and kissed her head, he cradling her in his arms “I’ll never leave you, Jae. I love you too much for me to do that. We’re already past the moments where we were always separated.”
Jae pulled away and looked at Guy with her eyes still brimming with tears and rosy cheeks “You said to me in my dream that you filed for a divorce. I was so confused and broken when I heard that.”
“It’s only a night terror, honey. I won’t say that I assure you.” He replies and kisses her on the lips “You can calm down now. It’s still midnight and we still have a long day ahead.”
“Promise?”
“Promise until death arrives.”
“Not that far- I mean we swore but not that early!” Jae scolds and Guy laughed. He pulls his wife down on the bed while her head lays on his arms. Jae looks up and smiles at her husband “I love you.”
“I as well, my jasmine. Do you remember how we first met?” He asks. He knows his wife couldn’t go back to sleep after having a night terror. Jae nods in response “I remember you being so awkward around me that you didn’t dare to talk or approach me. It was kind of hard understanding you, it was a good thing Citronia was there to translate. You were answering with only a singular word or broken phrases.”
“It was always engraved in my mind that an android such as I would never feel emotions, let alone love someone. Until Citronia and the others helped me face my past and when I saw you with our director.” Jae kisses Guy’s shoulder in comfort and rubs his cheek “You do have a lot of secrets on your sleeve, but I’m always here to unravel all of them. You’re one of a kind.” He felt his heart skip a beat and his arms started tingling. He felt very lucky to be the husband of the woman in his arms that he sometimes surprises himself.
No one understood him for a long time. Coming from a foreign country, following Citron, meeting new people, and dealing with so much trauma that made him remember his childhood memories. Little did he know that performing on stage would lead him to meet his future wife talking to their director. It took a long time for him to gather the courage, with the help of Citron, and ask Jae for a date. Jae’s patience has also helped progress their relationship and both of them admired each other even more. For ten years, they finally tied the knot after Guy’s birthday and considered having little ones.
Jae nuzzled on her husband’s chest and Guy chuckled at her cuteness “You’re sleepy now, aren’t you?” Jae hums in response to his question “Go to sleep. I’ll be awake for a bit longer.”
“You’re not leaving, are you?”
“Because of work, yes. Because of you? Never. I just want to make sure you’re asleep or you’ll have night terrors again.” Jae giggles. Guy combs her hair with his fingers and closes his eyes to rest with his wife safe in his arms, hugging him. They listened to the soft pitter patters of the pouring rain out the window until their consciousness left and entered a deep slumber.
A3! Fanfic ✦ 10/26/2020 (Reposted from my old X account)
Revised: 10/11/2025 | Word count: 1006
One’s a photographer, one’s a vintage enjoyer. Both hearts connected through music and the universe grants their wishes.
Saturday morning - Omi starts taking photos at vintage stores in Veludo Way for his next project. As he enters Veludo Vinyl, a vintage store selling vinyls, he asks for permission for photos and searches for his favorite album. “Could it be here? … Hm no, not here.” The one he’s looking for was recently released in limited edition and he’s worried it’ll get sold out quickly.
He wandered in different sections and passed by the playing booths where one of the familiar songs can be heard. His head turned immediately like a bird and saw a woman vibe in the booth. He watched her until the song ended and as she opened her eyes, she was surprised by a tall man in front of her booth, only a glass door between them, and staring at her. She felt embarrassed, grabbed her things, and left the booth. Omi wanted to talk to her but he thought that he scared her as he’s mostly misunderstood as a gangster.
She’s ethereal. He thought, followed by an idea of capturing her beauty. After a while, he gathered courage to walk up to her looking at other vinyls. The woman side eyed him and slowly moved away out of awkwardness but Omi kept approaching.
“Excuse me,” he shyly said, scratching his brow “sorry for bothering you. I’m working on a college project and it requires a nostalgic feeling. I was wondering if you could be my subject since you look beautiful.” The woman turned doe-eyed after hearing his offer and felt her heart skip with his compliment.
“I’m Omi. Fushimi Omi.” He introduced with his hand out for a handshake. The woman looked at his hand and then his brown pupils, she accepted his hand. “The name’s Rie. I don’t know much about modelling, is it alright? You can guide me or something.” she asked, the man smiled with his eyes slightly disappearing “It’s fine. You just need to look through the vinyls and the artifacts in the store and I’ll take care of your shots.” Rie nodded at his response.
It took an hour and a half to finish the photoshoot and the store owner teased them a lot about being a potential couple because of how much chemistry they had in their conversations and how Omi guided Rie with her angles and poses.
As they both skim through the photos, Omi felt a heat in his cheeks when Rie was brushing shoulders with him and hearing her cute reactions. Rie smiled in awe with the photos he took and complimented him a lot “You’re so good at taking the best angles, Omi. Can you email them to me after? I’d love to post them on my insta!” Omi lightly laughed at her cuteness “Sure. I’ll also message you in case you didn’t receive an email notification. Since it’s already dark outside, I was thinking of treating you at the night market as a thank you for being my model.” Rie stared at him as she internally malfunctioned. Omi was her type since she saw him watching her from the booth and now the opportunity showed up that this handsome man is asking her for a meal.
An echoing name fades back in her mind and a hand waved in front of her, she blinks and smiles widely at him “I’m down! I don’t have anything to do for the next few hours other than cuddling my pillows.” They both laughed and left the store. Omi helped Rie ride his motorbike and went to the mentioned night market near a mall.
“Oh this shoyo ramen is so good! How’d you even find out about this place?” Rie asks as she takes a bite of the rolled ramen on her chopsticks “My friend from the theater company I joined recommended this place. He’s chronically online so he knows almost every store in Veludo. Sometimes, I give reviews to some of the restaurants and shops too.” Omi answered while watching her eat. He’s fighting the urge to take another photo of her with her cheeks full of ramen like a hamster, but he thinks she’ll take it weirdly since the photoshoot concluded earlier. So this is what it feels to like someone at first sight. We probably look like a couple having a date. His inner voice spoke. Rie hummed “You’re from a theater company? I guess that's a given since Veludo has lots of theater companies and we met there. Do you mind if I ask the name?”
“It’s Mankai Company.”
“Oh my god.” Rie gasped, Omi tilted his head like a curious puppy “I knew you were familiar but I wasn’t sure!” Rie pointed with her wrist bended and her smile agape “My friend brought me to one of your shows 4 months ago. Which was it um-” she snaps her fingers “The Stranger, yeah! I remembered how you were the most handsome actor I saw on stage and the red-haired girl you’re with on the bike was so pretty.”
“Well, the girl was actually a guy, but he did look convincing enough.” Omi replied and the girl’s mouth turned into a large O about the revelation “He looked so beautiful!” You are too. Omi thought. “I didn’t know I’d be having a private meet and greet with one of the actors. My type at that.” She spoke while lowering her voice at the end, but Omi didn’t hear the end since everything was bustling around them. They talked for hours until they asked for each other’s socials and got to know each other - from photography, theater, to music taste. “Rie, do you like listening to Aurora?”
“The record that I was vibing earlier? Yeah, I love her songs!”
And I think I love you. Omi thought. “Let’s listen to her together sometime. Especially her new track ‘Exist for Love’.” he invites and Rie nodded excitedly.
Thank you, Aurora, for bringing her to me. My heart will exist for her and her only. I hope she feels the same. - Omi
