Chapter 11: Moments
I really want to open it, but I have work to do. Also, coming from him, it's probably some sort of dead animal carcass. Even so, everyone likes getting presents and I'm still excited to open it when my shift finishes. I place it in my large apron pocket (which reminds me of a kangaroo pouch) and that's that. I make 2 more human cakes and it's finally time to open the box. I lift up the lid and inside I find...
…Two large purple bows. I squeal in delight, but then sigh. I want to wear them now, but there are literally no mirrors anywhere in this building. I'm about to walk out to the cafe when Akihiko strides in through the door.
"Stupidhead" I feel like I should be less shocked by his sudden appearance.
"Did you get my present?" He cocks his head to the side questioningly.
"I did! Th-thank you so much" I bow and my twintails fly up before landing at either side of my head.
"Well you gonna wear them, or not?"
"You see, there are no mirrors in this place so..." I trail off.
"I'll do it, come here" he drags me by the wrist until I'm standing in front of him.
He holds out his hand and I give him one of the bows. He gently lifts it up and clips it to my head. I pass him the other and watch as he concentrates. When he finishes clipping the bow to my head, he looks down at me and smiles.
"Gorgeous" is all he says.
"Well, I better go now" I try to walk away but he grabs me again.
"No 'thank you' present?" He asks innocently.
"Do you want a cupcake or something?"
"Isn't it obvious?" He lifts my chin up and brings his face close so I can feel his breath.
He inches his face ever closer and my heart is ready to burst out of my chest. Just as our lips are about to make contact, he moves off to the side to kiss my cheek instead. I let out a breath I didn't know I was holding and he laughs.
"I hate you"
"No, you don't" he states simply, and he's probably right. He walks out and I wait a minute before exiting as well.
Hinami notices me enter the room and runs to greet me.
"Mie! Your ribbons are so cute!"
"Thanks" I giggle.
"Where'd you get them?" She asks, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed.
"Um... They were a gift!" I say.
"From whom?" she questions.
"A friend?" I'm not 100% committed to this answer, but she takes it.
"Ok"
It's a quiet Sunday evening and Miki and I are getting ready for bed. He's one of those people that showers at night, so I take this time to get changed. He emerges from the bathroom still slightly wet and takes a minute to stare at me.
"What?" I'm a little concerned.
"I'm so glad you don't go out in public like that" he sighs in relief.
"What kind of issue is that?" I feel like I should be offended. Suddenly, Miki traps me in a giant hug.
"You'd never be able to fight the guys off!" He laughs then kisses me on the head.
"Blurgh!" I attempt to rid his saliva of my forehead to no avail.
We settle in for bedtime and Miki looks proud of his new futon.
"So you managed to get it home, ok?" I ask.
"No problems!" He grins and his smile is apparently infectious as I catch myself grinning too.
"So you and your boyfriend managed to make it to work on time?"
"More like your boyfriend!" I point my index finger directly at his face, "you guys are just so meant for each other!" I laugh.
"Jealousy isn't a good look for you, Mie"
And I roll my eye as I turn off the light.
Asuna: Ribbons! Man I love ribbons and bows so much *glances at collection*
Akihiko: I can buy you some too if you want?
Mie: Hey!
Miki: Didn't I just say you don't look good jealous?
Akihiko: You can be jealous over me anytime *winks at Mie*
Mie: *shudders*
Asuna: Chapter 12 up next! Do you guys ship Miki x Akihiko? What should their ship name be? You don't ship guys together?! Well, that is your personal choice. Bye bye~