Fuck it's cold.
Snow was really starting to bother Yasuo as he walked his way in the mountains. Heavy powder turning the path into dangerous stairs to death if one wasn't careful. He even considered his bad choice of clothing for this, his usual scarf not doing much to keep him warm. Must keep moving or I will freeze something. Wind howling in the trees, he hurried his steps.
It wasn't the first time he came up in these far-off mountains, so the path wasn't unknown. Walking such distance wasn't a real trouble for Yasuo, if it meant he could meet his friend. Thinking of Yi was a good fuel to go on and faster through the snow. Even though it had been a tiresome surprise to have snow this time. It made things more difficult. But since he was already quite far, he wouldn't give up. Can't wait to see him ! Yay !
This happy mood followed him till the village came in his sight. With the bad weather, Yasuo only spotted it shortly before he arrived to the first houses. Shit, almost ran into it.
But he was arrived, ecstatic steps in the deep snow as he ran to the only occupied house. Faint light coming through the window. He's here !
Yasuo made it to the terrace then opened the door in a great move.
« HEY ! »
He closed the door as quick, very glad for the temperature. Scanning the living room, he couldn't find Yi. But a chuffling noise from the room announced the man before he appeared at the door.
« Yasuo ! I didn't expect you so soon. » said with mirrored joy. Then his tone turned worried : « You came all the way dressed like that ? That's not reasonable at all. »
As he talked both stepped to join the other. The scolding felt far too sweet to teach Yasuo. I missed him so much. Yi caught him into a hug, one he returned as quick. The warmth embracing him was very welcome, his body relaxed at last.
« Nah I'm fine. You know I'm resilient. » He grinned.
The hug was broken but the feeling didn't leave. They remained quite close, hands entwined. It would be so easy to lean and steal a kiss. Yasuo ached for it but that would be a bad move, considering their 'non-relationship'. Can't risk something like that. Sometime he wondered if he would stop pining after Yi one day.
« Tsk. Even I know when it's not good to go outside. So you can guess what walking in the mountains for hours under the snow might cause. You could have caught a cold. » Hearing such concern gave Yasuo a fuzzy feeling.
« I didn't, everything is fine ! »
Half a minute after he sneezed. Yi sighed but it still had a fond tone.
« Okay you win. » Yasuo admitted in defeat.
« Put down your stuff and go take a shower, it will keep you warm. »
« Thanks ! »
Yi went looking for a towel then brought it to him in the bathroom. « Here. »
He was busy undressing when the latter came in and there had been a small show of panick when Yi registered it. « Ah, sorry ! » Yasuo saw the red coming to his cheek before he left in a hurry. Oooooh.
Yasuo didn't mind in the slightest, not particularly self-concious but that reaction from the other man did awake something in him. He was curious for more.
The shower felt good, warmth soaking his being till he completely forgot the harsh journey he had. Once he was done, he put back his pants and trousers then went out.
While he was gone, Yi had made tea for both of them. When Yasuo joined him, he felt the staring, far gaze running over his partially uncovered body. So I didn't imagine that. As he sat down with Yi, the latter averted his gaze and handed him his cup of tea. Damn he's so cute.
« So how was your travel ? » He sounded a bit shy now, affected by the sight.
« Fine, though I didn't expect so much snow. »
« And how will you go back ? Looks like it won't stop soon. »
« Awww you already want me to go….. » That was just a joke but he whined anyway.
« No I don't ! It's just… If you already struggled just to come here, it will be even worse tonight. Maybe you should stay the night here. »
Oh gods, yes please. The idea was very appealing from the start. Because each previous time he payed Yi a visit, he never tried to ask to stay longer. This was a good opportunity.
« Good idea ! But you sure it's no trouble ? »
« No, don't worry. You're always welcome here. » He finished with a gentle smile.
« Thank you so much ! »
The only problem came up later, when it was time to go to bed.
« Ah. I didn't think about it before. Erm, I have only one bed here so I will find myself something to sleep on. Sorry. » Yi sounded genuinely annoyed for forgetting such matter.
« Don't. I can sleep in the living room, you already offer me a roof. No need to bother yourself. »
« No really, you're my guest. »
I've got an idea but that's too close to the limit. Well, fuck it.
« What about we share the bed ? »
The short pause that followed made Yasuo wince at his own idea. Okay, shouldn't have suggested.
« Why not ? If that doesn't bother you. »
He accepted !
« Of course not ! Come on, let's get some sleep. »
It didn't go as planned. After they got under the blanket, with as much fumbling and small ambarrassment, Yasuo couldn't fall asleep. At least, not like that. Yi had his back turned to him but the bed was small enough to still be in direct contact. I wonder if I could…
Acting on his urge to get closer, Yasuo embraced the latter from behing, till they were spooning. There was small questionning noise from Yi but he moved his hands to Yasuo anyway.
« Errrrrrrr it's to share warmth. So we don't get cold, ya know ? » Not too loud, they were close enough.
The only answer he got was more shifting, Yi putting himself at ease in the embrace. That was already a lot more than expected. Oooh yeah that's one big turn.
Good thing it did, they fell asleep not so long afterward.
Morning came but because of the weather it was difficult to discern what time it was. Yasuo was the first to wake up. Mmmmmmmh warm. Nice. Snuggled up to him, Yi was deep asleep, seeming so peaceful. He got his arm close to the latter's back, to touch while he could. Would love to wake up like that each day. A sad thought came too, that this was possibly the closest he could get to him. Without really thinking he brought a hand to Yi's cheek, feeling the soft skin, the stubble. Being so close felt like a blessing. He's really handsome.
Once more he just wanted to kiss him. It would be easy, the distance was short. Yasuo's heartbeat increased just at the idea. Can I… ? He would never get the chance again.
The need was too strong, Yasuo surrended. In one breath, he pressed a kiss to Yi's lips. Something soft, closed but urgent. He gave it a lot of importance. Yasuo parted not immediately, wanting to relish the instant.
But a small move alerted him, Yi's hand twitching so slightly. Just as he broke the kiss, the latter's eyes fluttered open. AH. Help. Not a great surprise to read shock on Yi's features, though numbed by sleepiness. The distance was still very short, both got red in the face.
« Oh shit I'm sorry ! I shouldn't have- fuck, forget about this ! » Words seemed to fail him as he drowned in shame. Someday I'll learn how not to do stupid things.
Yi looked more than surprised, a hand coming to the place of their latest touch. His gaze seemed to switch between Yasuo's and lower.
« What- why would you do that… ? Sorry, I just don't understand. » At least he sounded as embarrassed as Yasuo. But he didn't look disgusted or even angry, that was a recomfort.
Fuuuuuuck. What a fail. He didn't know what to answer.
« I apologize, it wasn't correct. »
« But why ? That was a joke ? »
« No ! Not at all ! Fuck, I just couldn't keep my own feelings in check. »
At that, Yi rose a little, enough to tower the other man. Yasuo felt trapped under such intense gaze. Yelp. Panick came up, at the idea of what would come next.
But when Yi's spoke it was very soft : « You do...have feelings ? » The red staining his cheeks got darker.
Not much choice then. There was still a small spark of hope.
« Yes... » He couldn't look away, not when Yi looked at him so intently.
« What kind of feelings… ? » On the end it came out quiet, desperately unsure.
What kind of feeling ? Not the most innocent kind, for sure.
« The kind where I would die for you… ? » He got a nervous giggle as Yi frowned.
« A very poor choice then. Please don't ever think about that. »
« Well, that's the minimum I could do for the man I love. Don't blame me for my choice. »
Aye I said it.
It sank very quickly, from Yi's muffled gasp. Hands grabbed Yasuo's face then he was yanked into a kiss. Not as light as the first, more needy and passionate. Holy fuck ! Yasuo opened up to an eager tongue and that was all it took to let go and reciprocate. Holding Yi tight, a hand to the back of his head, he kissed back with fervor. So so good. Yasuo was shaking, frantic in this sweet exchange.
They eventually stopped the kiss to breathe again, though keeping each other close. By now Yi was merely lying on top of the latter.
« So… you too… ? » Yasuo still wanted to be sure, even though kissing was already a lot more than 'just friends'.
« Yes. The gods be blessed, I've waited so much. »
The news brought this cheer happy feeling, both basked in it. Another kiss was shared, then another and another till they couldn't bear it and flopped back on the bed.
« I can't believe that. » It seemed that Yasuo's smile would never go away. « I'm so lucky ! »
He hugged Yi tight, like never letting go. So much joy.
« I don't think you understand how this statement is true on both sides. Having you here is more than I would ever dream. » A chaste kiss offered to Yasuo's cheek. The sweetness of the act made him melt.
And so the morning was spent on cuddles, a lot of smooches under the warmth of the blanket.