One day after another, till it made a whole week. Indeed a new routine took place, for the three of them. Lily, not as much as her human roommates, since it merely added a second person in the flat. For everyone it remained a time of adaptation.
Yi did as usual, left to work in the morning and came back at the end of the day. Though having a guest changed a few things. Obviously, food was fast to disappear since they were now two. Also, he could count on privacy only in his own bedroom – or bathroom. Not the first thing he thought about when he invited Yasuo to stay but he would work with that.
Because on the other side, he had company. Negative and positive. Someone waited for him at home but he would have to sacrifice a little of his privacy. Not a real problem for now.
It also meant preventing more noise in the morning, when he got ready for work. Before, he didn't have that problem. But again, Yasuo made it clear he shouldn't worry about his sleep. After all, he could very well nap in the afternoon, not the one who got it worse.
All remained peaceful. At night he would wish goodnight to his guest then go to bed, sometimes paid a visit by Lily. That strange feeling didn't leace since the beginning, sort of joy for having a friend at home just like a kid organizing a sleepover. Childish maybe but he was glad. It reminded him a little of when he was younger, taking breakfast with his parents before school.
He could almost settle in this new routine as if it was meant to last. But sometimes he remembered that Yasuo would leave once he found a better place. Sad indeed, it meant finding again a piece of solitude he didn't miss. Resolute to stay positive, he looked the other way. It meant his friend had at last a stable situation, that he didn't risk more problems than he already had. And not once it would put an end to their friendship, they would still be able to meet.
He hoped.
Was that really important to think about that so soon ? It was barely a week since Yasuo barged into his life. Unless to be extremely wealthy and motivated, it was impossible to find a flat so fast. Even less for the latter, since he had close to nothing in this new city.
He thought about it because that saturday evening, Yasuo looked quite defeated when he came back home. And it followed till dinner so it pushed Yi to ask him.
« What's wrong ? »
Proof that the latter wasn't so noisy like every day, that question broke silence. They were both in the kitchen, busy with their pizza. That was Yi's idea, having no idea what to cook and also because it could make Yasuo happier.
As answer he found a small confused gaze, when the latter looked up from staring at his plate. Just a second to reply : « What do you mean ? I'm perfectly fine. »
That attempt at grinning was noticed but it wasn't so convincing. Yasuo still looked anxious, even so lightly. Yi doubted he wasn't aware of the mood he showed but he wouldn't blame him too hard for trying to hide that.
« I found you like this since I returned and it didn't change. » Merely pointing this out, since it was evident. « Just, if it's about your family, I won't ask more. »
« Oh. No, no. Not about them. » Each answer lacked the usual spark, if that was a way to present it. Yasuo sounded impacted by god knew what.
So there is something.
« Then what ? Do you need to share or no ? »
Not a single noise in that kitchen otherwise, Lily had already left when she saw they hated her and refused to give her special food. So no distraction at all. But if Yasuo didn't want to talk about that, he would let him.
It took maybe half a minute for the latter to find his words or the courage to talk about something sensitive : « It's just…I can't find a place to sleep. I've been looking all the week and there is nothing. »
Oh. That. Indeed it was linked to Yasuo's current situation so it could explain his level of worry.
« But you don't have to worry about it. I know it takes time to find and I'm not planning to kick you out. »
Heavy silence followed and it had Yi to pause. Really ? Yasuo looked so bothered right now, fidgeting a little. Where did that behavior come from ? It seemed so unreal, compared to how he behaved in 'public'.
« You thought I would ? » Sort of disbelief, because not once Yi thought about this. Of course it would be better to plan what he would do later but no way he let Yasuo alone without guaranty of a safe place.
Light laugh in return, obviously unsure : « I don't know. Maybe not, you're nice but who knows ? I can't stay here forever. »
It would happen at some point indeed but Yi wasn't really fond of the idea right now. He barely sheltered him for a week and already Yasuo got worried about being thrown out.
« We can't predict. But please don't think like that. As long as you need a roof, you'll be welcome here. »
« Yeah, I get it. But you can't say I make your life easier. At some point you'll prefer to be alone so I better search already. »
There was some truth in that point of view indeed but Yi didn't care about it. No doubt he would feel worse if Yasuo was sleeping outside instead of being safe here.
« I will tell you if one day it's truly a matter. But I doubt it will happen. Don't worry. »
Yasuo seemed a little better but no doubt this wouldn't leave so soon. It was difficult indeed to calm one's anxiety, especially in such situation. This was why Yi kept his door open for him, at least he had one thing assured.
Nothing else to say, the latter resumed eating his slice of pizza. Let him rest, he had so much to endure so far.
And so Yi had another issue to consider. He had done his part so far : as long as Yasuo needed it, he would have a place to sleep. But he could do nothing to reduce this sort of fear, maybe urge to pay back everything offered.
Friends were here to help each other and no doubt Yasuo felt like he had to go as soon as he could to lessen the 'burden'.
Added to all he learned about the latter, it was a lot of register. But Yi was patient, each thing in due time. Maybe he would help too with that, looking for a flat or room to rent. If that could help Yasuo relax a little.
It will get better. It always did, at least for him.