Hey guys, hope you enjoy this story! Please review! And this is based off the latest chapter of the manga with Haitani-san. And if you don't know who that is, just know that he is trouble. I'll continue to upload if I get a few good reviews. Please be honest and tell me what you think. I'll be happy to take advice and ideas. Thank you! XD

Chapter 1: Misunderstanding

Takano sat on his bed, smoking his last cigarette. The lights were off, his clothes were scattered all over the room, and Onodera lay next to him, sleeping soundly. Takano couldn't forget what happened just hours earlier.

I'm serious about you!

Haitani-san was definitely out to steal Ritsu. Maybe not because he was serious about him, but because he wanted revenge. Takano took another drag of is cigarette, and then put it out in the ash tray. He lay down next to Onodera, who looked so peaceful. Takano wrapped his arms around his lover, holding his gently against him,

"I wish you would just tell me you love me already." Takano whispered to Onodera, knowing he wouldn't be awake to hear this. "Onodera, I know I don't own you…but...I.." Onodera's body shifted around. While he mumbled in his sleep, Takano ran his fingers through his hair. "Ritsu…"

Onodera opened his eyes in disbelief.

Damn it Ritsu, when are you gonna learn…

He thought to himself, as he eyed Takano who was lying next to him. Onodera scooted out of bed carefully, trying to get out without waking up Takano. He picked up his shirt that was lying on the floor near the bed. Slipping it on, Onodera buckled up his pants, and tip-toed to the door.

"Where are you going?" Takano sat up and rubbed his eye. Onodera frowned in annoyance, and did a small laugh.

"Oh, you know-a walk. HAHAHAHA…ha…" Takano looked at him expressionless.

"You…are an idiot." Takano stared blankly at Onodera. Onodera felt his face turn bright red. He buttoned up his shirt quickly, turning his head from Takano. Takano stood up from the bed, the blankets falling to the floor. He stretched a little and turned Onodera around to face him. "Where are you going?"

Onodera became flustered, realizing Takano still had no clothes on. "Work!" He opened the bedroom door quickly, and shouted, " AND PUT SOME DAMN CLOTHES ON!"

Onodera walked down the hill, hoping he'd catch the subway on time. He held his bag tightly, and clenched his other fist in anger. "Damn you Takano-san! Damn you!" Onodera shook his head side to side, and bit his lip intensely. He continued his walk, trying to figure out how Takano got him so worked up.

This is not love. No way in hell. It's just…temporary infatuation. Yes, that's what it is. It's just for the moment. I'll be over it in no time.

"Oi, Onodera!" Takano called out to him from behind. Onodera shot a quick look, and then turned back around.

Oh hell…I was talking to myself, completely forgetting about Takano-san walking directly behind me!

Onodera blushed in embarrassment, and face-palmed his head. Takano walked next to him, studying his lover's face. "You sure are jumpy this morning." Takano yawned, and Onodera glanced his way. Onodera opened his mouth to speak, but his phone began to ring. Takano raised an eyebrow, curious as to who it could be.

Onodera took out his cell, and saw the Haitani-san's name appear on the screen. "Uhh, it's just my mom. Haha, I'll just call her back later." Onodera gave a nervous laugh under his breath, and tried to put the phone away. Takano grabbed it, sensing it wasn't his mother.

"Haitani!? ONODERA! Don't you ever listen to me! I told you not to get involved with him!" Takano hung up the call, and gave the phone back to Onodera. "I'm gonna give you double work."

"W-what!? That's harassment!" Onodera shoved the phone in his bag, and glared at Takano. Takano put his hand up to his mouth, and did a small laugh. Onodera stopped walking and stared at him in disbelief.

Why…why did he do that? Again…he laughed…again….why…why?!

Onodera stood shocked, almost ready to pummel Takano. Takano noticed, and put his hands on his shoulders,

"I see, that still gets you every time." Takano did a small smile, and continued to the subway. Onodera thought to himself for a moment,

Every time? Every-

"Damn you Takano-san!" Onodera shouted, and speeded past Takano in a hurry. "This is not love! I'll never fall for you! Takano-san, this is not love! No way! No way in hell is this love!" Takano walked along Onodera, putting his hands in his pockets.

"There you go again, when really you're just admitting that you love me." Takano looked at the blue sky, and smiled inside. "Better get your work done on time today. We have a team meeting tonight." Takano headed down the subway entrance, disappearing into the darkness. Onodera stood for a moment, thinking about the misunderstanding smile Takano gave for the second time in their lives.

Could it be…just another misunderstanding on my part?

The editing team sat at the table, looking through papers and taking notes. Takano spoke about the newest authors that would be assigned to each of them. Kisa read through his proposals, and Hatori showed Takano the deadlines for this month. Mino sat next to Kisa, and helped his decipher what was wrong. Onodera sat quietly, pretending to read his manuscripts. But his mind was somewhere completely different.

The image of Takano laughing at him ten years ago, and the image of him laughing at him this morning were all too similar. Maybe it meant nothing to Takano, but that very smile is what ruined him ten years ago. That smile, and that laugh…turned him into a jaded person. How could Takano just do it again, and not even apologize for it?

"Onodera."

How could he do it again? How can someone hurt someone so bad, and never say they're sorry?

"Onodera."

How could someone just-

"ONODERA!" Takano whacked him on the head with a paper, snapping him out of his trance. "What the hell is wrong with you!? Were talking about your author here." Onodera shuffled through his papers quickly. All the other watching him in curiosity.

"Hey, Rittchan, what were you thinking about? You look so focused." Kisa smiled, resting his head on his hands. Hatori folded his arms,

"As if he'd tell us."

"Did your girlfriend break up with you?" Mino spoke jokingly, and smiled. Takano lifted an eyebrow, and studied Onodera's face.

"Oh, uh, no-nothing like that. Haha." Onodera shuffled around in his seat, trying to hide his nervousness. Takano sat back in his chair, crossing his legs.

"Then what are you thinking about?" He asked, staring at him in curiosity. The others waited for a reply. Onodera looked into Takano's eyes, sending shivers down his spine.

"N-nothing…let's get back to work."

Onodera sat alone in the break room. He slouched in his chair, with his arms folded across his chest. He shook his head, and sighed.

Takano walked up to the table, and took a seat across from Onodera. He set down a coffee in front of him, and lit a cigarette. "So, what's wrong? You're too distracted. It's affecting your work." Onodera gave an irritated 'tsk' and turned his head to the side. Takano watched Onodera give him attitude, and blew smoke into his face. "Stop being an idiot." Onodera turned his head back to Takano, his eye twitching.

"Y-you're right….i am an idiot." Onodera spoke through his teeth.

RRRRIIIINNNNGGGGG.

RRRIIINNNGG.

RRRIIINNNNGGG.

"Ah, excuse me." Onodera pulled out his phone, and looked at the contact name. Haitani was calling again.

If I answer it, Takano will hear his voice, if I don't, Takano will know it's him. Either way, I'm screwed!

RIIINNNGG. RRiinnnggg.

Wait, why do I need to tell him? Or be afraid? We're not together.

"Hello?" Onodera answered the phone. He stood up from his chair, and left out the door. Takano watched him leave, giving him an odd feeling of anxiety in his stomach.

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