Interrupted by fireworks

Dear Makoto,

I'm not a perfect person, I try to be but I end up making mistakes like everybody else. I never meant to do those things to you, I wish that I could take it all away and be the one that catches all your tears. I know that I've caused you pain and it is something that I will have to live with every day.

I'm hoping that you will give me a chance to explain what happened between Rin and me. There are many things that are left unsaid and I would like to open up to you more than I have before. I've kept things from you and I know realise that I shouldn't have. You've always been my best friend and I'm hoping that we can at least keep that friendship going. I will do everything that I can to rebuild what we had for the past few weeks, that is, if you let me.

If you're looking for me, you'll know where to find me. I promise.

Small teardrops fell on the letter as Makoto read it. The salty wetness blurred some of the words that were written by Haruka. Makoto wondered what he should do know. Should he go to that one special place, or shouldn't he? What would happen if he went? Would they kiss and make up? Or would they remain friends that were slightly broken by feelings that are meant to be hidden. Makoto wiped away some stray tears that were still sliding down his cheeks. He got up and ran out of his room. He remembered that it was that kind of night of the year. He ran out of his house as fast as he could. He desperately hoped he wasn't too late.

Haruka was fidgeting with his thumbs as he awaited the arrival of Makoto. Would he even come here? What if he didn't like the surprise that was left by him? Perhaps the letter wasn't appropriate. He sighed deeply as he felt like a crazy person. The wind was blowing softly and he felt his fringe sway from side to side. He smiled as he looked towards the beautiful mass of water. The sea was glowing under the glare of the moon. He wondered idly if Makoto would go for a swim with him like they did every year during this particular night. He placed his right hand in his pocket and grabbed the two rings that were stashed in there. He had bought them a few weeks back and he planned on giving Makoto's ring on his birthday but he felt like tonight was a better moment to do so. They didn't look like wedding rings but more like rings that two close friends could wear. They were identical except for the fact that a small dolphin was carved in Haruka's and in Makoto's there was a small killer whale on the inside. Haruka smiled as he remembered all the pain he had gone through to figure out what kind of size would be perfect for the olive-haired male. He had tried out several sizes while Makoto was sleeping but the latter kept on holding Haruka's hand during his sleep so it was almost impossible to try out the different sizes. He ended up staying awake an entire night to complete the mission.

Haruka sighed deeply again, what if it was all for nothing? He tried to assure himself that Makoto would come over but the longer he waited, the more his self-esteem dropped. What if he had thrown away the friendship that the two shared? He didn't mean to 'make love' to Rin the other day but he needed to do so to get out. Or that was what he had been telling himself. Perhaps if he punched Rin and tried to grab the keys, or… Haruka shook his head violently. What was the point in rehashing all those thoughts and memories? They meant nothing and what was done couldn't be erased that easily. He grabbed his knees and held them to his body closely. He hid his face between his arms and felt a few tears roll down his cheek. Haruka had never cried so much as he did in the last few hours. He didn't even know he could cry like this, he was always so strong and stoic but when it came to Makoto he changed visibly. He let his guard down and let Makoto crawl under his skin, one smile was enough to make Haruka feel weak. Suddenly, Haruka felt a hand on his should and he looked up.

Makoto looked at Haruka and tried to adjust his breathing. He had been running so fast and now he was panting so loud and fast that he could easily be mistaken for some kind of aroused pedo-bear. He looked at Haruka warmly and smiled the biggest smile he managed. It wasn't like his usual smiles but he was getting close again.

Makoto sat next to Haruka and wiped away a tear that was rolling down Haruka's cheek.

'No more tears ok?' Makoto whispered softly as he brushed his thumb over Haruka's lower lip.

Haruka nodded and smiled a shy smile while looking at the boy with the emerald eyes. Makoto's eyes were lit up beautifully as he looked at the glowing sea.

'Thank you for all the surprises, it was nice to remember some of things we have been through.' Makoto said as he turned to look at Haruka again.

'I didn't know what else to do.' Haruka whispered softly as he blinked at Makoto a few times.

'I know, I haven't been easy on you.'

'Don't say that, I am the one that screwed up, you have every right to be angry.' Haruka said while grabbing Makoto's hand.

'I'm still not sure whether things can be the way they were but I do know that I want us to be best friends again. I cannot live without you Haru.'

Makoto squeezed Haruka's hand tightly. Haruka lunged at Makoto and before they both knew it, they had fallen over and Haruka was laying on Makoto's torso. They both smiled at each other and finally felt an ease crawl over them. They were still broken on the inside but they were at least headed in the right direction again. Haruka brushed his nose against Makoto's and the olive-haired male closed his eyes and enjoyed the moment. Makoto wished for nothing more than to feel Haruka's lips against his own again. He had been aching for those perfect lips for far too long.

'Kiss me.' Makoto whispered softly as he looked up at sparkling sapphire eyes. Haruka leaned in closer but they were interrupted by a loud bang in the sky. Makoto saw Haruka looking up and he smiled a smile that he had been holding in for so long.

Makoto saw Haruka's face lit up in all kinds of beautiful colours. Red, green, blue, pink, purple, gold,… It was hard for Makoto to tear away his gaze but he managed and they both enjoyed the fireworks in silence. When they were small they had discovered a very secluded space on the beach where they could enjoy the fireworks in peace without hearing the 'oooohs and aaaahs' that were produced by other people.

Haruka looked down at Makoto and could see the fireworks reflect in the emerald eyes of the olive-haired male. Without disturbing Makoto too much he grabbed the ring and slipped it on Makoto's ring finger.

A small breeze carried the soft gasp right into Haruka's heart.

Sorry for the slightly shorter chapter than usual! I still want to thank you all again for the love and support! :D I'm amazed that so many people like this story :O Thank you all again for the many favs/follows and reviews! You all make me feel warm and fuzzy on the inside! :D

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PS: ruda102 - I didn't mean to keep you awake for so long! Hope you enjoyed this chapter :D