Chapter 3: Blind Double Date

(Modern AU)

"Chrom? Are you sure this is a good idea? I've never been on a date before, let alone a double or a blind date" Robin said as he straightened his tie in the men's bathroom, with Chrom watching near the door.

"Robin you have taken on late night shifts at Cometcoin, while studying for classes, and still waking up with a kick in your step and a whole lot of energy drinks. Taking on a blind date will be a cakewalk" Chrom slapped Robin on the back with a smile that could spark confidence even in the Cowardly Lion.

Chrom's phone buzzed, and he looked down to see a text from Sumia. "Speaking of. Our dates are here. Come on". The two walked out of the bathroom, and Chrom was the first to spot Sumia and her accompanying friend at the entrance, and pointed them out to Robin. "There you are"

Robin's eyes followed to where Chrom was pointing. Seeing Sumia first, and then the girl next to her. She was wearing a light blue wrap dress that went well with her red….recognizable…..hair.

Before Cordelia could turn to see Chrom and Robin, the latter had quickly ran back into the bathroom to hide.

"Chrom, please tell me that's not Cordelia. I can't. I haven't mentally prepared myself for that scenario" Robin had to hold his heavily beating heart and control his rapid breathing before he continued to talk to Chrom "You know that I've had a crush on her since high school."

Chrom smiled once again. How could he ever forget that one fact of his friend. "Yeah I do know. You think you're clever, sneaking around on the topic, and asking questions on Cordelia, whenever Sumia comes over. You may be a genius my friend, but when it comes to love….well"

Robin sighed as he peeked out from the door, the girls already sitting at the table. Sumia nervously looking towards Chrom and Robin, and Cordelia fumbling around with her thumbs. "But...what if i mess up on a topic? What if I blabber on without stop and bore her? What if….she doesn't want anything to do with me? I have heard some rumors around that she may...have feelings for a certain someone" Robin's for once showing full worry and anxiety. He has never been this nervous before over anything, even for a final.

Chrom walked into the restroom and rested his hands on Robin's shoulders "Calm down, take deep breaths, and listen carefully. Sumia and I will be there to help the two of you. We'll lead the conversations. And don't worry about those rumors. I have a feeling you'll be pleasantly surprised" Chrom lead Robin out of the bathroom, and out to their patient dates.

Author's Note: Sorry this is a day late. I've been having to work mornings most of the week, and it's finals week. So it should be good after a while. I was just really tired the other day and couldn't finish. Next chapter is going to be fun for me a bit. Inspired by an awesome artist who does great work on Robin and Cordelia fanart