Merely some information. Yasuo didn't even have to explain or give reasons, he just prefered to tell that he was going out.
As expected, Yi had simply nodded.
It didn't mean though he was dodging his turn to cook. He made sure to have dinner without any rush with the latter. Like always, Lily stayed in the kitchen for all the time he was there, meowing as loud as she could and staying on his path all the time. It would be cute if she didn't risk to make him fall if he didn't pay enough attention.
At some point Yi came around and sat down quietly, picking her up. Indeed it was more like catsitting but he didn't mind, far too happy to pet her non-stop. For Yasuo, this was one risk left and they could chat while he cooked.
So went dinner time, a rather noisy time between Yi's day and any topic Yasuo could find. He still indulged a few times, gaze lingering a bit longer than innocence would require when he was sure it wouldn't be noticed. Was it incorrect ? He was still human and simply to have dinner while Yi retold his day was the nicest thing. Oh yes that was a good indicator on how bad he got it but with time, Yasuo started to get used to that. As long as he wasn't found out. Would he really be blamed for looking one second longer ?
Then it was over. He still stayed in the kitchen while Yi did the dishes, at least to keep him company. This was a silent deal. Unless one of them was too tired, they tried as much to stick around during this last task to chat a little. It never went really far, usually so exhausted by the day. Sometimes Lily came back hoping for a treat and she found nothing but despair and hatred against her beautiful self. To make it up to her, Yasuo took her in his arms and kept her there as long as she tolerated, a bit like a baby.
One of the improvements of these two months, Lily had grown used to him and let him hold her – even for a short time. Now he could enjoy the fluffy experience, face burried in her fur while he could. Soon enough she meowed to be let down.
The time after was quite new. Indeed the first time he allowed himself to go out that 'late', since at last he felt relaxed enough to go without guilt. But oh he really needed that, to see people around and have a drink.
So he got ready. A last goodbye to Yi who wasn't getting ready to sleep yet, barely starting his free time. The sight remained in his mind for some time after he left : Yi peaceful settled on the couch with his blanket and an infusion on the near table. The way he looked up when Yasuo wished him a good evening was really really cute, even if it wasn't intended, just like the small waving back.
That picture lingered for a time, as he took public transports to downtown. What a joke, to go out at last and still stay stuck on a glimpse of his friend smiling. Only another proof that finding someone to spend the night with would be great. To help him forget and still find some comfort.
Nothing new.
Like a moth attracted to a lamp, he finished in a bar. Always looking for the places where people were. People, to talk with, to stay around.
It felt like ages since the last time he got out but at the same time, it was maybe barely a few months. Not really long. Just for now he would have to find the places he prefered, discover a bit. No wonder why so many students went to this city, it had quite a busy life at night. Yasuo felt at home again, so many lights around and a lot of noise.
What never change over these few months was that he was still bad at guessing how much he could still take before it became a bad idea. Alcohol, a door opened to many things.
After going from one bar to another in that same lively street in town and finding some people around his age to chat, he could tell he had enough.
It was late, more than when he arrived around. There were still some public transports but so rare, he had to wait a bit at the station.
Not bad for a first night in that new city but surely he would find better next time. Still, it was nice. He found some other idiots like him looking for a good time and the alcohol did its things, blurring any problems for a while. Quite a good mood.
Alright, he still struggled to walk straight but he could pretend to have a bit of composure. The return home wouldn't be too difficult.
Still, if it hadn't been for his reflexes, he would have missed their building and continued in the quiet street until he realized he was probably lost.
Good thing his steps automatically led him to the front door of the building. After a cautious walk till the door to Yi's flat, he looked for his keys. Difficult, in the dark. More fumbling with his smartphone for a good minute.
When at last he unlocked the door and got inside, he was so glad to be home.
« Hey Yi I'm home… » Not too loud because he was tired then he simply remembered the latter was gone to bed already. Instantly he shut up, trying to be quiet but still failing that this basic task.
Shit.
It was still funny to try to walk. Gingerly he switched the light on in the living room and made it to the couch – already prepared for him to sleep. Oh… Yi did it. During daytime the couch was used for its usual purpose but when it was late Yasuo would shift it for sleep time. Right then, the latter probably made it to save him some time and prevent more noise without a doubt.
Yi…. Sweet thought. He wasn't able to think straight but he still got nice thoughts for his friend. That was thoughtful to get his 'bed' ready. Unaware, Yasuo sat there smiling like an idiot. Yes, a happy idiot.
Then he flopped back on the couch, lingering unconsciously on this topic. Don't wake him up, dumbass. He works early.
What time was it ? Too late or fucking early, depending on the way it was seen.
A noise caught his attention, shifting lazily to look at the source. It was just Lily jumping on the couch to join him, sort of investigating this guy making such noise at that time.
« Shhhhhh be quiet… » He was one to talk.
The cat didn't seemed fazed or anything and merely went to settle on Yasuo's pillow.
« Hey no, move. Mine. » Careful but greatly uncordinated, he pulled the pillow until Lily fell slowly on the side, now on the couch. Maybe a bit upset but she stayed right there as for the full night.
Alright.
He wanted to sleep too but several things had to be taken care of. First, he had to switch the light off, impossible to sleep otherwise. Then take off his shoes, at least that. The rest, he didn't care.
After gathering all his courage, Yasuo stood, stumbled a little and managed to light down. Now he was in complete darkness, eyes used to light. Fuck.
Blindly he returned to the couch even though it still took him some time to be quiet. Shoes chucked off and left near the couch, he was free to collapse in bed.
Good thing he didn't fall on Lily by accident, she would have been more than angry. Phone left aside, Yasuo grabbed the pillow and went to sleep.
Without surprise, it didn't take long. Just a merry mood and the comforting thought of seeing Yi next day.