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Previously
"Yeah right, 'a special somebody'! What a load of crap," Misaki muttered. It was then he resolved not to fall for any more of Usami's tricks.
Meanwhile downstairs Usami was trying to figure out what caused Misaki to run away from him. I bought him chocolates, where did I go wrong? Usami sat down wondering why his fool proof plan didn't work out. He sighed deeply, realizing it was going to be another night without Misaki.
Day Two
Usami Akihiko awoke on Tuesday morning with one the worst headaches he ever experienced. The deadline for his newest novel was steadily approaching and he wasn't even halfway finished. Misaki still wasn't talking to him, and "not talking" happened to include any touching or kissing or other activities that Usami Akihiko enjoyed.
Anyone within a hundred mile radius could feel the anxiety and overall irritation rolling off of the writer, who was now slowly lifting himself from his bed.
"Misaki, are you ready to deal with a hungry Usagi-san?" Usami muttered, evilly smirking. Well, it wasn't everyday that Usami referred to himself in third person. It just goes to show how the author was in the morning after waking up in an especially foul mood.
Usami began his trek downstairs, expecting to hear Misaki busy with cooking breakfast, but when he heard no such sounds he glanced around the empty kitchen. He frowned realizing his plans to attack the college student would have to wait until he found said boy. He walked over to the sink and was going to start making coffee but stopped when he discovered a line of brightly colored sticky notes with arrows drawn upon them on the floor.
"Hmm? What's this all about?" Usami asked out loud. He followed the trail of paper into the kitchen and ended up in front on the refrigerator. Curiosity getting the better of the writer, he opened the door and found three separate dishes wrapped up, respectively labeled breakfast, lunch and dinner.
On top of the dishes was a very poorly drawn rectangular shape complete with tiny squares. What is that? Maybe….a building? And next to the building was a stick figure with glasses. He was completely confused.
Apparently Misaki believed leaving notes was technically "speaking" to Usami so he drew upon the sticky notes instead. What is Misaki trying to tell me? He could have least left a note...Wait! He's not seeing that Sumi-brat is he?! He wears glasses...
The writer slowly sat down at the table and held his head in his hands. Misaki wouldn't go out with Sumi when Usami told him to stop hanging around the kid, right? After the whole ordeal and meeting him for the first time Usami knew Sumi was after Misaki (1).
I'll just text him and ask him what the hell he was trying to tell me with those drawings of his. Usami stood and went to unplug his cell from the charger and began to type a message.
Misaki, I know you are not talking to me, but please just tell me where you are going. I only want to make sure you are safe, you are very important to me. I love you....by the way, you're going to need to work on your art technique.
Satisfied with his message he promptly hit the "send" button. All he could do now was wait for Misaki's reply and work on his novel...or maybe work could wait.
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Misaki had just left his literature class with Sumi when his phone vibrated. That's weird...who would text me at this time of day? Maybe it's Nii-chan! Misaki thought, lightly touching his bag where his phone was currently located.
"Ah, Sempai, I'm going to go check something real quick. I'll meet up with you later for lunch, okay?" Misaki questioned. Sumi nodded his head and left for his next class. Misaki walked to the restroom, knowing it was prohibited to have cell phones inside of school buildings. He opened the door and walked towards the window for better reception in case he had to make a call.
Flipping open his phone he narrowed his eyes when he discovered it was Usami who had texted him. What does he want? I left a drawing of where I was going to be today. When he read "I love you" Misaki blushed, shutting his phone quickly and shoving it in his backpack.
St-Stupid Usagi-san, writing that in a text! Who does that? I could text him back but that still counts as talking to him, right? Misaki walked towards the exit, trying to forget about the message and the gnawing feeling of guilt in him. He reached out to push the door open, but stopped half way through the motion. He did say "please" though….Augh!
Deciding that one text wasn't going to kill him, Misaki pulled out his phone and began to type a short reply.
I'm visiting nii-chan since he wanted to take me out after school. I won't be home until later tonight. Be sure not to put aluminum foil in the microwave, I don't want to replace another one...and my art skills are amazing, thank you very much!
After confirming his location to Usami, Misaki walked out of the restroom and headed towards his next class. Usagi-san better be grateful that I texted him…
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For the past hour Usami had been staring at a blank screen, thinking about Misaki and how he was going to stop him from going out with that Sumi-brat. He glanced at his cell phone for the umpteenth time and sighed loudly.
Misaki, you don't know what you do to me. Usami's thoughts were interrupted when he saw his cell flashing, indicating a new text message had arrived. Checking the caller id to make sure it wasn't Aikawa yelling at him, he flipped open the phone eagerly and quickly read Misaki's text. The author smiled, typing a reply of "thank you" before shutting his phone.
"It's a start," Usami said aloud. He placed his fingers over the keys and began to write.
"Misaki, it was so good to see you! Are you sure you're okay with staying at Usagi's? If not, I can help you find an apartment near Mitsuhashi," Takahiro said, giving his brother one last hug.
"Nii-chan, I told you already! Usagi-san is fine, I don't mind doing the chores and he's really...kind to me."
Misaki had to make sure he was choosing his words carefully, he couldn't tell his brother all the things Usagi-san had done to him since he started living with the author.
"Well, if you're sure, Misaki…" Takahiro trailed off, seeming to be in deep thought about something.
"Geez, you're so overprotective! I'm fine; don't worry, if something happens you'll be the first to know!" Misaki gave an exasperated sigh. When was his brother going to stop babying him?
"Ah, if you say so, I believe you," Takahiro smiled. "All right, I'll call you later okay? Be sure to eat healthy!"
Misaki waved goodbye as his brother entered the train station. He glanced at his watch and noticed it was already past seven. Better get home, I still have homework to do.
Misaki walked back to the apartment, thinking of the time he visited his brother in Osaka and the conversation they had about Usagi-san.
"Y'know, I'm still amazed that you're getting along so well while living with Usagi. Sure, he's a swell guy, but he's definitely an odd one, too. I worry that you're spending more time than you need to attending to his whims. He's got his own style and speed, you know, so if that's bothering you, you could move…" (2)
That's when Misaki stood up and yelled that Usagi-san was the kindest person he ever met. Misaki stopped mid-step, about to enter the elevator to access the top floor. You know, looking back on what I said….Usagi-san is definitely NOT the kindest person I've ever met! He uses me in his books and harasses me all the time…
Shaking his head to get rid of his thoughts, he walked into the elevator and pushed the button that would lead him to Usagi-san. He does have his kind moments though...and he does really care about me. Usagi-san is...well he's Usagi-san. Yeah, Usagi-san is Usagi-san. That sums it up pretty nicely...Augh! This is so frustrating! I don't want to think anymore.
Misaki opened the front door quietly, making sure not to make too much noise. Seeing Usami wasn't downstairs waiting for him, Misaki walked upstairs to his room to start homework. He walked past Usmai's office and noticed him writing on his computer.
Finally! It's about time Usagi-san started his work for Aikawa-san. Misaki's thoughts were interrupted when Usami appeared in the doorway, pointedly staring at the boy.
Misaki only tilted his head to the side in confusion. What did he do wrong? Usami reached out with one hand and Misaki shut his eyes tightly, refusing to look at the author. Usami cupped the side of his face gently.
"Next time, leave a note. I thought you were going to see that sempai of yours and not Takahiro."
Misaki opened his eyes when Usami's hand moved to ruffle his hair. Misaki blushed lightly and was about to nod when Usami continued, "Want a sneak peak of what I've been busy with all day? This time Usami goes to Misaki's school and they do it in the teacher's classroom," Usami happily said, smiling the whole time he was speaking.
Poor Misaki wanted to scream at the author, but due to his vow of silence he could not. All he could do was run full speed down the hallway away from Usami.
"...Maybe he wants to wait until I've finished it." Usami shrugged and went back to work.
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Note: (1) Remember this takes place in volume four, so the whole Sumi-loves-Usami thing didn't occur yet.
(2) This little tidbit happened in volume 3, act 5.
Sorry about making everyone wait for this chapter :( I rediscovered the awesome~ness of KH COM and PS2. Also when I went to write this chapter, I would be like "Well, I'll just reread act 15 to make sure I'm keeping them in character….well act 16 is really good too, so I'll just read that one real fast"….and before I knew it I would reread the whole series or end up watching the anime on youtube. I promise that won't happen again^^;;
Oh! Before I forget, if you didn't get a chance to purchase the PS2 game, someone was kind enough to upload it on youtube. Yaoilover019, I believe. Just type in "Junjou Game Recording" and it should show up. 3
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