A/N This is my first fanfic that I've posted. I would really appreciate it if you reviewed and told me what I can improve J
The first step to understand a person is to listen to them
Roderich never knew why Gilbert found amusement in bothering him all the time. Though it could have been the same kind of enjoyment that he found when Gilbert was irritated.
However when he insulted Gilbert's singing, well, that was partially truthful.
Roderich knew that Gilbert didn't sing very well.
In fact, he often mentioned that in front of Gilbert's face. But that never stopped Gilbert from singing in the shower after he had burst into the aristocrat's house. Yet, he still couldn't quite help himself but to stand close to the bathroom when Gilbert was singing, because most of the words had much meaning. It expressed who Gilbert really was, not just the prideful idiot who invaded his house. In a way, though he would never admit it, Gilbert's singing was beautiful. And meaningful.
Often, Austria would leave before the song finished so that Prussia would never know about the incident (and mock him for it). However, Austria simply lost track of time. Conducting the concert was rather tiring after all. So Gilbert, with all his awesome glory, came out of the shower with his uniform on to see Roderich who appeared to have fallen asleep, on the floor with his back leaning on the wall.
"Kesesese… You came to hear the awesome me sing?"
Roderich immediately woke up, alarmed.
"N-No, not at all. Why would I? Your singing is rather atrocious"
But the stuttering and blushing couldn't really fool anyone, especially not someone who had known Roderich for that long. So Gilbert did know the true meaning behind those words, and it shocked him.
Because deep inside Gilbert had only sought for someone who would actually appreciate the things that he did. No one ever complimented his actions, and he always looked for approval.
And he found it, finally.
So Gilbert smiled, a real smile (not a smirk), and said nothing as he walked down the hall, Roderich following him.