Reader's Little Secret

Introduction

You are Iwatobi Swim Clubs newest member, as well as its first female. After the team won regionals a short while ago, the school body has taken up interest in their newest club. The team is glad to have you, and even though they do not need a new member, everyone is hoping the little club can grow by your recent interest. You are also quite talented at the sport, you have always enjoyed swimming in your previous town before you moved here. You don't have a preferred style, you swim whatever you like or fill in for anyone who cannot make practice in relays. The group is quite impressed by your skill.

Chapter 1

"Wow (y/n) chan! That last lap was your best yet. You should do freestyle all the time! Nagisa exclaimed smiling.

"Ha ha. I don't know if Haru would like that. How about we do a couple laps of breaststroke together?"

Haru payed no attention as he free styled across the pool while Rei practiced at making his dive even more beautiful. Makoto could only smile at the conversation you and Nagisa were having.

"Can we swim breaststroke next time? Its Friday afternoon and we're still here! I want to go and play games over at Haru chans or Mako chans."

Every Friday the team would have a game night, which consisted of Haru beating Makoto on Playstation while you, Rei, and Nagisa nerded out to Nintendo games. Usually everyone left for Haru or Makoto's place after practice.

Nagisa continued to complain much to Rei's dismay. It seemed to get in the way of his calculations before diving.

"Please Gou chan!"

"Alright, I don't see the harm in cutting practice a few minutes early, and if you ever get rusty or out shape, we can replace you with a new member! Gou cheerily told the blonde.

She was extremely thrilled on how the club was growing after the last tournament, and now that you had joined she was glad to have another girl around. Nagisa simply ignored Gou's remark and joyously skipped over to Rei.

"Lets go Rei chan! The blonde yelled as he jumped onto Rei's back.

"Nagisaaaaaa!" Rei shouted as as they both collapsed into the water, not looking very beautiful at all. Standing at the edge of the pool, you and Makoto simply laugh at how silly Rei and Nagisa could be together.

They really are meant for each other. You think to yourself as Makoto looks down at you.

"Come on (y/n) chan. Let's get changed so we can head out." He said with his adorable smile. Makoto really makes you feel uneasy, you try not to blush as his green eyes stare down at you in your swim wear.

"Yeah, but not until we get Haru out." Makoto only kept smiling as everyone headed to the locker room, except for Haru of course.

Being the only girl on the team, you were fortunate enough to have the girls' locker room all to yourself. It would be way to awkward to share with the guys!

"Ugh, that was such a dumb remark, why do I have to say such stupid things when I'm around Makoto. Its only him too, with Nagisa or Rei it's fine. Even with Haru I'm okay." You often reflect your thoughts here right after practice ends.

"But what is it about Makoto?"

You still can't figure it out even though you have been in the swim club for only a few weeks. When you first joined you had no trouble introducing yourself to Nagisa, mostly because he dragged you around by the arm. But the moment you met Makoto something seemed different. He was so kind, opening up to you with those adorable, emerald puppy dog eyes. Everyone at school seemed to get along with him well, he showed utmost concern for all his friends, including you, and how he took care of his younger siblings was simply amazing.

"At least we can kick back and relax tonight, Nagisa and Rei help take my mind off it, but still." The thought occurs to you that you still haven't decided who's house you would be playing at.

"Oh god, please let us go to Haru's again, sitting in Makoto's room makes me feel so uneasy. And then if they mention going to my house, I'll have to find a way around it again."

With gaming night the place to be was usually Haru's. His parents were still away and the team had the whole place to themselves. They only problem was that he only had pineapple mackerel to eat, and Makoto was the only one actually willing to eat it, probably to show Haru appreciation.

Makoto's was another choice, but when Ran and Ren were home it was almost impossible, not to mention the family usually tried to go bed at a decent hour where the club liked to stay up late.

And then there's your place. You have a similar situation to Haru, your dad is almost always away on business trips and you really don't get to see him much. You feel bad about it but it's not in your hands. Your mom lives with you, but she's usually out spending dads hard earned money, which you disapprove of. She stays out late going to who knows where, but the last thing you want is to have her walk in during gaming night.

Your parents are aware of your new swim club and know it's small, but you left out the tiny detail that they are all boys, well, except Gou but she's the manager. If they found out you were spending the night with boys, oh god, no, its best you don't think of that. It's not like your a rebellious kid anyway, and you're not doing anything, despite the fact that it crosses your mind way to frequently.

"I wonder what they would think of Makoto."

As this though occurs to you, so does another. Maybe the reason you like Makoto so much is because you have really good vibes with him. It doesn't seem like your parents have that when you see them together, although it's a rare occurrence.

"Maybe it's just in me to want a better relationship, but he gets along with everyone so well. I dunno." You mumble to yourself as you leave the locker room. Makoto is still trying to get Haru out of the pool. It's not going well.

After a stop at the convenience store the inevitable topic comes up. "Where are we going tonight Mako chan?" Nagisa asked as usual. He and Rei were always safe, they lived a little to far away for gaming night. You, Haru and Makoto aren't really fond of the idea of taking a train all the way home so late at night.

"You can come over to my place." Haru had finally spoke, probably for the first time all night.

Shivers went down Reis spine. "Ewwww, pineapple mackerel. He covered his mouth looking at the ground, already turning blue.

"Yeah, I don't want mackerel either, and we went to Haru's for the past few weeks. Nagisa once again complained. At this point, the boys would rather starve than eat the last morsel of mackerel at Haru's place.

Great. You thought, Haru's place was usually your scapegoat from having to go over your own house. It would really be unfortunate to go to Makoto's if his siblings were home. A couple weeks ago, you all went there but you didn't want to go back, although for different reasons than the others. They other guys don't want to be bothered with the siblings during their gaming time, but you feel more unease by being in Makoto's room. The room where he sleeps, changes clothes, and, need you think it, where he faps, you and your dirty mind you.

As you drift in thought, Rei and Nagisa continue to go on about how disgusting pineapple mackerel is while Haru doesn't really put in the effort to retaliate. Makoto sticks up for him as usual.

"Its not so bad guys."

The other two withdraw, knowing this is typical for Makoto and Haru before a moment of silence. As you come out of your thoughts, you notice the blonde staring at you with soft pink eyes.

Here it comes. You say to yourself.

"(Y/n) chan, can we try your place tonight, I've never been in your house before. Pleeeeeeease!" He begged.

"Oh, well, um, I should probably ask my mom first and I don't know if she's home, but, if we have to..."

"Wait! I completely forgot!" Makoto said as he face palmed. My parents and the twins are visiting my grandparents for the weekend. I got out of going because they said I should focus on practice this Friday. We could have my place all to ourselves!"

"Yay, Mako chans!" Nagisa exclaimed as you and Rei both sighed in relief. Haru stared blankly at the path infront of him.

"This turns out good because Makoto has every game system, he won't have to stop home to grab stuff." Rei mentioned pushing up his glasses.

The three boys walked ahead while Makoto stayed back at your side. "This did turn out good, I know you get a little uneasy when we mention going to your place."

"Yeah, my mom would probably flip if I brought a bunch of guys back."

Makoto's warm expression began to turn into concern. "Wow (y/n) chan, it sounds like you've done that before." Concern began to turn into a look of disappointment as he waited for your reply.

"Oh gosh no! Please don't get the wrong idea Makoto. I'm not experienced at all with relationships or that sort of thing. I... I've never even kissed a guy!"

You instantly blush. Oh crap! Did I just say that aloud? Why do I blurt out stupid things near him?

Makoto's frown began to turn back into that gentle smile, maybe even relief.

"Oh I'm so sorry, this is so embarrassing!" You exclaim so loud that you become unaware of your surroundings, including the three boys a few feet ahead of you. Rei and Nagisa give a short glance, typical Haru pays no attention.

"It's alright if you don't have any experience. I guess that would make both of us." He gave a small adorable laugh.

Relief has never felt this good to you, now if you can just keep your cool for the short walk to Makoto's.