Pieces and Bits: Stunned
(Mello/Near)
Near had secretly been counting in his mind every second that had passed ever since Mello had opened his rabid mouth and began talking.
Half an hour.
Yes, that's exactly how long it's been since the fiery blonde had started bombarding insults and words dripping with sheer spite towards the little albino.
'It's always like this', Near thought as he continued placing piece after piece of his almost complete blank puzzle.
"And have I told you how much I hated you? I can't even…."
Mello's ranting continued on and on and on that the younger genius can't help his attention from drifting away from the chocoholic's incessant tirade to ponder on his thoughts.
'Oh Mello, you and I both know that that hatred you harbor towards me is just a front to cover your actual feelings for me…'
And then out of nowhere a nonsensical inkling flashed through the brilliant albino's mind. An idea that made Near's lips contort to a devious smirk.
'If I muster enough courage to say this, not only will it get him to shut his mouth but it might also repair our damaged relationship. Though there's a possibility that saying this will worsen it… Oh well, I'll take my chances.'
The white-clad boy focused his attention once more on the cerulean eyed chocolate lover right in front of him and his hearing picked up some of the words that just left the blonde's lips.
"You are totally the biggest freak I've ever met in my life! You're creepy, pathetic and a completely socially retarded weirdo! And you know—"
Keeping his gaze on his finished puzzle, cutting Mello off Near said "I love you too." barely above a whisper but still audible enough to be heard.
Turning away from the dazed blonde with his jaw utterly dropped and eyes wide with shock, the ashen eyed successor picked up his puzzle and left the room silently with a smug smile on his face, leaving the confused second placer completely stunned.
A/N: For those who reviewed my previous chapter, ARIGATO GOZAIMAS! Sorry it's short, Please review.