AN: These will be bouncing between Ami's and Mako's POVs. Hopefully you guys can tell as I probably won't come right out and say in all of them. Hope you guys are enjoying so far!
"I love you."
"...What?"
I heard you take a deep breath, let it out. Even on the phone I could see the determined look on your face, the way you would clench your jaw.
"I said-"
"I heard what you said."
A chuckle. "Then why did you ask what I said?"
"Because..." I trail off. Why did I ask?
You hummed quietly on the other end of the phone. You're waiting. Patiently. You know words don't come easy for me.
"Because," I say again. Finally. "I don't know why I asked, okay?" I'm flustered, but happily so.
You chuckle again. I hear a rustle as you move; you're probably rolling over in bed. It is late, after all. Or is it early?
We're quiet for a while, just listening to the other softly breathe. I clear my throat.
"So. Love, huh?" I'm so eloquent when I haven't slept.
Another laugh. "Yes, Ami. Love."
"Okay then."
"Just okay?" You're amused. And I grin wide.
"Yeah."
"Okay then."
"Mm. Mako-chan?"
"Yeah?"
"I love you, too."
At least there's no hives this time.