Okay now this drabble, well... Let's just say I saw a fanart on twitter related to this, so I decided to let my ideas flow and write a drabble related to that fanart. ^^'
Kudos and many thanks to the amazing artists of the fanart art though, and those amazing artists are none other than aru_tem and ha_na_ppa on twitter. Thank you so much for the beautiful art and the inspiration you've given me to write this. :)
Disclaimer: I own nothing but the story.
10. Fashion Statement
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"Arceus, am I dreaming or what I'm seeing is totally real?!"
Ruby let out an irked groan. His left eye can't help but to twitch in annoyance as he watches the calmer place a hand on his belly to ease his intense laughter.
There are three different kinds of laughter, according to the charmer's experience. Those are a happy laughter, a sarcastic laughter and that sincere, contented laughter, or chuckle, he often gives exclusively to Sapphire.
What he is currently experiencing at the moment is the calmer's loud, intense and sarcastic laughter.
Another irked groan escapes from his lips, his left palm travels on to his face to attempt a facepalm at his friend's constant laughter echoing around the Birch Pokemon Research Laboratory.
It's definitely not the first time his fashion statement got ruined, honestly.
It does happen whenever his clothes get dirty or wrinkled and sometimes, in both cases. But having his fashion statement currently ruined is not applied onto this case.
One reason is because he decided to wear this outfit despite the clothes are not made of the usual wool and fabric materials.
What the charmer is currently wearing are not the clothes from the materials he often make for his Pokemon's or even his and Sapphire's respective outfits.
What he is wearing are the clothes made from leaves.
Leaves.
The first time he saw his beautiful girlfriend wear such clothes that are made of leaves, he disliked it. It's not what a person normally wears, after all. Although he has to admit he did learn on how to appreciate the so-called caveman outfit when he wore the outfit one time.
It is comfortable as long as it's properly made, and it does feel refreshing during the summer season.
"I mean, I know you two are gonna help the professor out but I still can't believe I'm witnessing you wear something you dislike." Another set of sarcastic laughter escapes from the calmer's lips, making Ruby do another facepalm.
In his defense, he's doing this because he finally had an opportunity to spend more time with his beautiful girlfriend. It's true they often hang out every day, but he wanted to extend his time with her. Although they know each other very well, his day will be completely unsatisfying without her.
A sigh of defeat escapes from his lips, his right fingers started tapping the wooden table. Sapphire is supposed to be done changing her outfit by now. What's taking her so long?
He released a soft chuckle.
He bet Sapphire will look beautiful on that leaf outfit.
He never mentioned it looks terrible on her in his defense. In fact, every outfit that Sapphire wears often makes her look more beautiful whether that outfit is made from leaves or the outfit he has sewn for her. Though he has to be slightly biased that Sapphire's beauty intensifies whenever she's wearing the outfits he made just for her.
"Y-YA IDIOT! COULD YOU STOP STARIN' AT ME?!"
Ruby snapped out from his thoughts and blinked, registering what just happened. He watches his girlfriend place a long towel to cover every inch of her exposed skin. Wait, did he just...?
His face started increasing its temperature, now rivaling his eye color, as his heartbeat increased its pace. He quickly averted his eyes at her.
He didn't realized he's been staring at her. He feels ashamed and disgusted at himself for doing such a perverted deed.
Well, it is somewhat perverted since she covered her exposed skin with a towel.
He swallowed hard. He hopes she can forgive his impetuous act.
The eerie aura surrounding them caused the calmer to release an irked groan. Not a moment later, the lovebirds will flirt with one another. He may sound exaggerating but he can feel that it can happen at any moment. "I don't even wanna know what'll happen."
"W-What?" Ruby managed to ask, stuttering. If Emerald is going to tease them, then it is definitely not the time.
"Nothing, I said leave me outta your flirting business." Emerald hopped down from his seat. His pace increases as he approaches the exit of the Birch Pokemon Research Laboratory, leaving the lovebirds flustered at his words.
What made him think they'll be flirting?
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"I'm sorry." Ruby finally managed to say after an hour of silence.
Both didn't say a word when the calmer left them. Instead, they went in the deep forest of Route 103 to do some research the Professor instructed them to finish. Along with that span of one hour, Ruby's conscience can't help but to consume him, making him feel guilty at his unforgivable act earlier.
It's true she is his girlfriend, but staring at her for a while... making her feel uncomfortable... are absolutely unforgivable. His actions are supposed to make her feel happy and contented, not to make her feel uncomfortable at it.
"I-It's nothin'." Sapphire responds, her back still facing him, biting her lip. Her hands are placed below her elbows. It indicates how flustered and embarrassed she is at that certain circumstance.
"That was... That act... I..."
"It's okay..."
Ruby released a sigh, scooting closer to her. He placed his left hand on hers, squeezing it, stating how much he repent at his unforgivable act. "I made you feel uncomfortable... I know how unforgivable it is, and I'm sorry."
"Ruby..." Sapphire squeezed his hand. She turned around to face him. Her heart thumped wildly at their proximity, and the blush on her cheeks increases at the sight of his exposed chest. Well... at least he's no longer that skinny the first time she saw him without his shirt.
It's not that she's complaining at how skinny he was back then, but she's quite impressed at how puberty affected him, especially his now well built-up chest. He did tell her a number of times how beautiful she is as time passes by, so returning the favor doesn't seem like a bad idea.
"I... I know ya were in a trance earlier. I... I-I'm just... I'm just uncomfortable that yer starin' at me fer too long."
Ruby frowned at that. He feels twice as terrible now that it officially came from her.
"I-It's not that I'm uncomfortable at ya starin' at me all the time. It's just... This is actually the first time in quite a while to wear this leaf outfit again... It's just feels different to wear this outfit now that we're together and all..."
"Y-You do look cute... not to mention... beautiful." Ruby managed to say, his other hand is placed on her cheek, gently caressing it, making her feel how important she is to him.
"Ehhhh." Sapphire let out a light cough, gathering her voice and doing her best to not feel flustered at his words. She thought he disliked these outfits. What made him change his mind?
"May I?" He removed his left hand on hers, his eyes asking her permission if he can wrap his arms around her. His smile widens as she approves his permission by nodding her head. Without any hesitation, he wrapped his left arm around her waist, pulling her close to him, closing the gap between them.
Sapphire's heart thumped faster as it slowly synchronizes with his. She placed her arms around his chest, burying her face on it, mumbling some words at how much she understands why he kept on staring at her earlier. After all, he does often go on a trance whenever it's his first time seeing her wear something different like that simple sun dress or that new casual attire he had sewn for her. "I forgive ya, it's okay."
Ruby pulled her closer, planting a soft kiss on her neck then on her left temple. He released a sigh in relief at her words. He's happy and relieved she forgives him. He wouldn't be able to forgive himself for that act, but thanks to Sapphire, he managed to forgive himself as well and swore to never repeat such impetuous act again. "I love you."
Closing his eyes, he closed the gap between them. His soft, warm lips pressed against hers as his left arm stayed around her waist, pulling her closer to which Sapphire responds by returning the kiss with the same passion and enthusiasm.
It looks like the research may take a while, but it doesn't matter to the lovebirds. They are doing it together, so it's okay to stay in those leaf outfits for a while.
I have to admit... it's one of my favorite drabbles considering how fun it is write that, hehe. ^^'
PS: Tanit, if you're reading this, I can't wait to see your thoughts... well, more like your live tweets on twitter, hehe. ;)
I hope you like it, guys. ^^