Disclaimer: I don't own this characters, Maki Murakami does. Also this lyrics aren't mine. I'm not sure whom they belong to, but it's the incredible voice of Frank Sinatra who gives them life.

To Clari-chan, U R THE BEST!

Shuichi peeked in Yuki's studio for the seventh time for the last hour. The last two weeks had been a little tense between both men. Shuichi had been stressed with all the practices and presentations Bad Luck had been making, and even he, with his always-energetic personality was tired. Yuki was busy finishing his novel, and as usual he's been in an awful mood.

Under normal circumstances Shuichi would go out with Hiro and stay away from Yuki until he returned to his normal mood. But Hiro was as tired as the pink haired singer and needed a break from everything. Shu couldn't blame him, after three weeks of non-stopping work and little sleep, who could? The proof on how stressful it had been was that K ordered everyone (including himself) to take the weekend to rest and if it was necessary to take Monday and Tuesday off as well.

Shu had expected that this rest would improve the mood in the apartment, but there had been so many fights during the past days that instead of improving, it had made it all worse. On Friday afternoon, when Shu announced he was on a free-work weekend, Yuki had told him "Great, now you'll be here not only at nights but also all day long. How am I supposed to finish this with an annoying brat like you pestering me all the time?"

Of course the 'annoying brat' had yelled at him saying that he was a cold-hearted jerk, which had only made Yuki angrier and returned the insult. It finish with the usual hated "Get out", only this time Shu refused to go saying it was his apartment too since they had made an agreement to share the rent and stuff. Yuki then locked himself in his studio, only coming out for brief periods of time, mostly to get something to eat or refill his cup of coffee.

That had been two days before. After the initial anger, a feeling of loneliness and sadness had taken over Shuichi. He had been sleeping on the couch, something he hadn't done for months; also he had been eating alone, which he hated doing. So tonight he planned on going out for dinner, and he was taking Yuki with him. He knew it was a dangerous thing to do after what had happened, especially because Yuki had a deadline for Thursday. But this time Shu felt the risk was worth it, he had already made the reservations on one of their favorite restaurant that was only two blocks away.

He took a deep breath and reviewed again all the things of the 'What to do and what not to do when Yuki has a deadline' manual. The first and most important thing was to say the right words. Shuichi had learned that lesson the hard way, one time it had occurred him to tell Yuki "Let's go out for dinner", and the writer had exploded saying that Shu was no one to order him around. Another time he had asked if he wouldn't prefer to have dinner instead of working and had had to listen Yuki's sarcastic voice telling him all the things he would prefer, including a Shuichi-free apartment.

Another thing to consider was the tone of his voice. Too loud would surely upset Yuki, but too quiet would give the blonde a reason to ignore him. Too cheerful was also considered annoying and serious would probably freak Yuki out and make him suspect something that... well, that wasn't really there. What else he needed to remember? Ah, that he should softly knock on the door, but not wait for an invitation to come in, because he would probably wait there forever.

Shu smiled to himself, now he was ready.

I know I stand in line, until you think you have the time
To spend an evening with me

Shuichi knocked softly and entered the room. –Yuki? I was wondering if you'd like to go out for dinner. Maybe take a rest and go to that Thai restaurant?

And if we go someplace to dance, I know that there's a chance
You won't be leaving with me

He waited patiently for an answer, if this worked out well, all the effort and planning would be worthy. Yuki suddenly nodded and said -Let's go.

And afterwards we drop into a quiet little place
And have a drink or two

Shu walked right next to Yuki quietly. When they were about to cross the street he tried shyly to take his hand, but Yuki's glare made him desist. He knew better than that, after all public demonstrations didn't go with Yuki's style.

And then I go and spoil it all, by saying something stupid
Like: I love you

Their usual table was ready for them. They both ordered and ate in silence. Shu usually would start talking but this wasn't a normal dinner, so he remained quiet looking through the window. It was taking all his self-control but he was actually acting according to what was a normal behavior for Yuki.

I can see it in your eyes, that you despise the same old lies
You heard the night before

They could hear the soft music from the bottom of the restaurant, and after they finished eating dinner the waiter brought them a bottle of wine. All together seemed like a romantic dinner. Shuichi ordered the account and paid for dinner. He didn't want Yuki to think that he had invited him so he wouldn't have to pay for dinner.

And though it's just a line to you, for me it's true
It never seemed so right before

They left the restaurant and walked back to the apartment. Shuichi was now having trouble to keep quiet. Deciding he had done a very good job until that moment he spoke. –It's nice to do this every now and them, don't you think?

I practice every day to find some clever lines to say
To make the meaning come through

Yuki's response was a grunt, but that didn't discourage the singer. He looked at the man walking next to him and then, carefully, moved closer. They were about to enter the elevator now. Both men waited and finally Shu looked at Yuki and, smiling, told him he had enjoyed going out for dinner.

But then I think I'll wait until the evening gets late
And I'm alone with you

Yuki nodded, apparently determined to break his own personal record of how long he could be with Shuichi without talking to him. The pink haired boy looked at the floor of the elevator and then suddenly sighed. –I'm sorry of what I said the other day. I...- that moment he hesitated, but still determined to finish he continued. –I love you-.

The time is right your perfume fills my head, the stars get red
And oh the night's so blue

Yuki frowned immediately and turned around to face Shuichi. The boy looked at him surprised at the sudden gesture of anger from his lover. –So that's what it is all about? You want to fuck with me so you took me out for dinner-. Shu opened his eyes in disbelief. –That's not it I just wanted to have dinner with you!

And then I go and spoil it all, by saying something stupid
Like: I love you

The blonde opened the door of the apartment and gave him a cold calculating look. –Yeah, right. Nice try, next time you can ask those people from the restaurant to put candles or some other stupid 'romantic stuff'. –And with that he closed the door leaving a teary Shuichi outside.

(I love you, I love you, ...)

-I just missed you-, Shuichi whispered. Apparently he would go to Hiro's after all.

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