A/N Takes place post-series.
A friend is someone who understands your past, believes in your future, and accepts you just the way you are. ~ Unknown
"And will that be all for you two tonight?" The waitress asks as she finishes writing down their order.
"Yes, thank you," says Ryou and he smiles. The waitress' eyes widen as if she is not used to such kindness but then heads back to the kitchen.
Across the table from Ryou, Malik snorts.
"You always do that," he half-scorns, half-sneers.
"Do what?" Ryou asks.
"When you smile, you close your eyes. I didn't think you knew, but I guess on some level you're aware of it."
The hairs on the back of Ryou's neck stand straight up and he tenses.
"Aware of what?" He asks and knows he'll regret it.
Malik smirks.
"Your eyes. It's like no matter how good you get at pretending – the laugh, the mannerisms – it's your eyes, Ryou. They always give it away."
Ryou breath catches and he tries to hide his surprise (his fear) with a glare. Malik chuckles under his breath.
"No need to get angry, it's not like I mind. I liked him too."
Ryou stares at Malik for a long second. He knows he should be insulted (it is everything he'd ever hated), but some how can't help but find that little piece of acceptance…comforting.
A/N Yeah. Okay so my inspiration is running a little low so if you ever saw a quote you think might make a good oneshot, now is totally the time to request!
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