Good question.
As quick emotion came up, violent wave after such quiet – almost happy – moment. It would never leave him alone, no doubt. Now came the struggle, to hide this before it could get obvious. Yi was allowed to ask, this was only polite for the man that tried to help. But not too far. Still very fresh wound over his heart, Yasuo couldn't risk it. Also because it was quite personal, something that even his family didn't know till that terrible argument.
So a short version would be given, the bare minimum to prevent more harm. The night would take charge to break his heart once more.
« Family drama, I guess. Quite ugly, won't be able to go too far into details. » Even his tone grew heavy with regrets, unsure how to properly conceal this.
« This is why you left ? You were still living with your family ? I understand though, I won't push you . »
It sounded so much like one of their talks, during lunch break. Hidding at peace under the stairs, discussing nothing and everything. Just now it was far more deeper, serious topic. Yi could feel it without a doubt, careful stance.
« Yup. Yesterday we sorta fought, Yone and I. » Deep sigh, exhale, making sure not to break. Memories came back, cruel.
For a time the latter stayed quiet. Yasuo didn't dare to meet his gaze now, wandering instead around this café, finding great interest in his cup of coffee. Admitting violence was never nice, he still hated himself for simply using it, surrending for a mere time. And Yone was the target, collateral damage just like him since childhood.
Shame, staining. Impossible to forgot. And pain, for hurting the only family he had. Would they even forgive him ?
Still, Yi spoke again, low and thoughtful : « My apologies but in all honesty, I can't understand why you two did this. I'm aware this would be too much to ask. Yet I would have never expected to hear this. »
Logic, indeed. The latter still tried to piece things together, know what happened while staying careful. He wouldn't dare to ask more. Yi was as much Yone's friend than his, no doubt he would worry after such news.
« Problems in the family. I…I shouldn't have done that. Don't worry, Yone's fine. » Getting more difficult as conversation went. Innerly Yasuo hoped it would change topic soon, before he broke down. That last part was the truth, all that mattered. Yone was alright and now wouldn't fear any kind of harm from him.
« I thought you two got along. At least that was how I saw it, back in the days. »
Yi still tried to make sense out of this, quiet now.
« Yeah, you're right, still like him. But ya know, life is a bitch and it's difficult to do as if everything was cool. » Heavy heart, twisted by each thought and word. Dear Yone, who never did something wrong. « Listen, I don't want to talk about it or Yone. It's too much. »
There, pain seeping low like blood from a deep cut. Healing would take time and this was barely the first day.
« I'm sorry. I won't bring this up. Instead, let's talk about now. You still need a place to stay the night, don't you ? »
Quick distraction offered, one Yasuo was glad for. Thank you. Could gaze back at Yi again, feeling the lurking sadness going low by the second. Still present but a reasonable level.
As he made eye contact, there was a small smile in return. Heart skipping a beat once more. Really, how could he feel so much hate and sadness then swing into the damned early signs of a crush. No no no… This wasn't the right time. As if there would be one though. But here he was, averting his gaze just for a few seconds the time to compose himself. Just stop. Breathe. Then he could hope to seem normal, after this mess going on.
Shaky nod, as he dared to look back again. This time it went better. « Haha yes, it would be nice to have a roof tonight. And a bed but I can't hope much. That was why I bothered you in the first case, if you had any idea where to go. Please. »
Small pat of shame at the back of mind, for indeed going to such point to ask Yi. Now it was too late, it was done. But regrets wouldn't stop following him for some time.
« Well, I have a couch at home. I know it's not as good as a real bed though. »
What. He's offering to stay at his place ?
« Wait what ? Like, letting me stay at your place ? »
A lot more than he asked. Yasuo didn't know if he heard well. That would be awkward to misunderstand this. Not even able to imagine.
« Yes, if it's alright for you. You seemed to need help and this is the minimum I can do. » Soft honesty, caring.
Of course he should have expected that. Yi was far too helpful to let him sleep outside. It sounded like it was even the first idea he got when Yasuo asked some help. While himself just thought of information.
« But but but you don't have to ! I just need ideas of places to stay, don't have to bother you at home, really ! » Struck by that strange feeling, sort of relief yet mixed with anxiety. Truly he refused to take advantage like this.
« You won't bother me, Yasuo. Plus, I'd hate to know you're all alone in town. You never came here, no ? »
« Errrr just once, when we were kids. But to be honest I don't know anything here. »
« So another reason. Don't feel like it's a matter in itself, I can welcome you for a time. How long will you need ? »
Not even questionning whether he wanted or not, taking him in by safety. Truly, Yasuo didn't know how to react. This was so nice to offer but at the same time he had been a jerk at coming around without warning. But it was Yi's offer, something that sounded really good since he had no place yet. Temporary heaven.
New question indeed, how long this would take ?
« I don't really know…Still have to find a real place to live, maybe rent and else. And to find a job. » Long sigh, for this wasn't going to be easy. Sure a large demand in urban areas for housing.
« Then we shall see. At least let me offer you a place to sleep for these days, for my worry. No doubt you already have enough matters to deal with and carry. »
Damn, he's stubborn too…. Then Yasuo couldn't keep up. As much as he was tempted to fight on this offer, he still needed the safety to have a place to stay. This one was a true miracle he hadn't yet accepted.
« You don't have to ! But yeah it's kinda rough today….Thank you. » Half leaning on the table, annoyed by his own ability to bother other people. But that bright feeling stayed, hope.
« Ah, just one thing, before I forget. I have a cat at home so I hope it won't be much trouble for you. »
This was another slap of reality, to understand that indeed he was going to sleep at Yi's place. What a day. A cat ? Right then the cat person brain woke up, glad to have another good news for the day.
« Daaaaaamn, so cool. It'd been so long since I last pet a cat. »
« Glad to hear that though don't be disappointed, she takes time to accept guests or even show up. Now it's decided, you have a place to stay. »
« Fuck. Like, thank you so much but at the same this gonna take me so much coffees to pay back. »
« For now you won't have to worry about this. You'll be my guest, as dear friend. »
To finish on a small grin. Merely all it took to make Yasuo scream innerly and swear to whatever god that he wouldn't fall.