A whole day went since he arrived at Yi's place and he wasn't even close to know everything. There were several good points : he had a roof, a scarf and a chance to be approached by Lily without scaring her. She still looked at him quite warily but at least she didn't run away. If Yi was around, he could use the occasion to pet her a little thanks to the distraction.
The latter wasn't always with him, sometimes leaving him alone or maybe he seeked peace for a time. Yasuo wasn't blaming him, it could be exhausting to have a guest staying all the time at home without break. If really there was an urgent matter, he could ask him but otherwise, he left him to his tranquility.
Even knowing that, Yi spent a good part of his time not far, keeping company till the evening settled. This afternoon had been somehow useful, now he had a long list of things to buy later. But it would have to wait a little, useless as long as he stayed here.
After some time trying to get Lily to cuddle – and almost all these failed attempts – Yasuo went to take a shower. This was the only time he seemed to make react the cat, as she meowed behind the door.
« What's wrong ? » He went at the door once he was done, looking curiously at Lily for all this noise.
What he found was indeed a very restless cat, rushing inside the bathroom as soon as he opened the door. Ow shit.
The fluff ball sneaked beyond him, dodging the obstacle and ran to the shower where she sat expectantly.
« What you want, cutie cutie ? »
Yasuo followed her, greatly happy to have an occasion to be approached. Still, when he reached gently for her, Lily kept moving, turning under the shower as if she could command it by will.
« She wants to play. » Once more, a voice from behind.
Surely alerted by the noise Yi came around to check or just explain.
« Oh ? » He felt the latter joining him quietly, standing while himself was crouching by the shower.
« Look. » The tone was soft, like one would use to show a funny trick or something interesting.
As if oblivious to the persistant meowing, Yi took the showerhead and changed it for a small spray before running the water.
The result was immediate, Lily rushed to where the spray met the tiles, just like a cat would with a lazer dot on a wall. Really impressive how quick she was, looking very invested in that game.
Yasuo watched this, really amused. Even more because he saw how Yi tried to make it more difficult for the cat, pointing elsewhere fast. Lily had good reflexes though.
Then it was over, Yi stopping water and putting everything back. Lily kept meowing for more but it would change nothing. It made Yasuo laugh to see this so fluffy cat now a bit soaked, ridiculous look.
« Awww sorry, it's over. »
« Yes, it's not always I do that and never for too long, it still waste some water. Now you will understand why I don't let her often. Close the door quickly. »
« Huh ? Okay. » Quick to comply, sensing the urgence. So he went to close the bathroom door.
When he turned back, he saw Yi reaching to grab a towel on the pile up there.
« Thank you. »
This would start to scare Yasuo, to hear such serious tone along an equal stance.
« Oh wait, maybe it would help if you tried too. » Yi handed him another towel as everythig seemed clear, this was going to be exhausting.
Still screaming for the game to start again, Lily saw Yi come closer with a towel open as to hold her. As he probably expected, she dodged and ran in the bathroom, dripping water wherever she went.
Ah. OK.
« I'm sorry, my lady but we have to or you'll just ruin our home. »
And so Yi tried to catch her but that one was quick and agile, jumping around.
On Yasuo's side, he understood the situation and did his best to help but even in such small room the cat could escape easily.
« Hey hey hey, come here ! »
The worst – or funniest – was how she made a mess of the bathroom, they had to be careful not to slip.
Big sigh from Yi, standing there as he looked deep in thoughts. « I think I have an idea. Try to chase her around till he goes in the shower. Then block the exit with the towel held open. »
« Gotcha. » He didn't care so much about the risk, this was quite fun to do. Maybe he would change his mind later, when they would have to clean up the bathroom.
Without waiting he followed the order, acting all scary so Lily would run away exactly where they wanted her.
Till he made it, closing the access as he could while he crouched again. Then it was time for Yi to proceed carefully. Since Lily had no real escape, he tried to pick her up with the towel, just as she was cornered.
All this looked like something else and Yasuo got into a fit of laughing at the thought. Oh fuck.
« What ? You're having fun running after her ? I can let you two in the bathroom to play but you will take charge for the cleaning later. » Still pretty serious, enough to doubt if he meant it.
« No, no, I swear ! Just, this reminds me so much of these machines at arcades, when you try to grab a plushie or a toy and fail most of times. Sorry… » He was still chuckling from this.
Yi looked back at him for a time, definitely not mad or anything like the previous tone could have left to guess.
« Oh, indeed. Then the reward would be a fluffy cat. If she agrees to let us do. » He focused back on his task, leaning till he was almost in reach. « Please, my lady. »
Lily sure wasn't having fun, probably panicking a bit for being grabbed by a towel. There, it was done. Threat neutralized.
Yi rolled her in the towel while making sure she wouldn't squirm out of it and escape.
« There, you're arrested for terrible crimes. I sentence you to a long and agonizing drying time, with cuddles. » So fond tone while he held her in his arms. Now Lily wasn't so much trying to flee, no doubt she accepted her fate.
Yasuo stood there, heart filled with affection after this small scene. Nawwwww so cute ! Useless to say he thought that as much for the cat than for Yi. Oh feelings could be cruel sometimes. Now maybe he would be able to pet her a little.
So went several minutes as Yi did his best to dry her up with the towel without making it uncomfortable for her. This would have been better if they sat down but it wasn't possible till they cleaned up. After a small successful attempt at petting Lily, Yasuo decided to carry on and clean as he could.
« Thank you, Yasuo. I'm almost done, then I'll be able to help. »
He went to the bathroom door and released Lily, beautiful fur as she jumped to freedom.
« There, good job. You're free now. »
Quick to return to Yasuo, dry everything in the bathroom. It wasn't that chaotic after the run at least.
« Damn, that was fun. But exhausting too. » Large grin to Yi when they were done.
« Now you understand why I can't play with her like this every day. She's difficult to cooperate with once it's time to dry. »
« Yeah, I get that. » Genuine laugh, this was too understandable.
Now they were free too, for the evening.
Dinner went well, a little happier than the latest and first. Also because Yasuo enjoyed the latter's cooking, nice to have real food.
This time the change was that Yi worked next day so he explained during their meal what was important not to forget, what he could do during the day.
If really Yasuo wanted to get some fresh air, there was a park not so far. Small shops were available too not too far neither. A small research on the internet and he would know where to go.
Yi would let him the second key of the flat, the one left in case he lost or broke his. That way he was free to go outside without having to wait for the latter's return.
And if really he was bored, he could go downtown though it took some time with transports.
Many indications and advices given. Only a few tasks for him. Yi asked him to check on the cat's bowl of water and food. If it was empty, he could refill it.
Most important, Yi would get up really early – compared to him – so there was a risk to be awaken around that time. Yasuo didn't care, this was Yi's home and he was no one to complain.
With all this in mind, he was left alone. Indeed the latter didn't stay up too late.
Maybe that night would be more gentle with him. Small hope.