Walk in the Mall

by AlineCL

Bokuto and Kuroo go shopping alone to have fun. Kenma and Akashi are worried because these two together are ageless, everything they touch they destroy, imagine going out alone? Kuroo and Bokuto sneak out anyway. What can happen?

Walk in the Mall

Sinopse:

Bokuto and Kuroo are longtime friends who have secretly loved each other since middle school, they live together with Akashi and Kenma in a large apartment and always have a comically good time about everything, Bokuto plays professional basketball for MSBY, and Kuroo works at the Food Supply Association. National Volleyball.

Bokuto and Kuroo go shopping alone to have fun. Kenma and Akashi are worried because these two together are ageless, everything they touch they destroy, imagine going out alone?

Kuroo and Bokuto sneak out anyway. What can happen?

Capítulo 1 - Total destruction

Akashi and Kenma are in their apartment enjoying a Saturday afternoon, Kenma has his coffee and eats his snacks calmly while watching a gameplay on TV, with his boyfriend lying on his lap. But he soon notices that everything is strangely silent when normally two certain people spend their time making plans for self-destruction.

Kenma: (Looks around and finds it odd that Kuroo and Bokuto aren't in the kitchen, at the slightest sign of voices from the room).

Kenma: "Akashi, have you seen Bokuto and Kuroo? It's been strangely quiet today. I have a bad feeling about this..."

Akashi: (drops her healthy eating magazine in her lap and looks up) I noticed they were acting weird earlier. They came into the room all excited, you know, but I haven't heard anything yet. Do you think they went shopping again?"

Kenma: "It's highly likely. You remember what happened last time, right? They accidentally caused so much damage..."

Akashi: (Sits down) "Yes, and I share your concern. We need to find them before things get out of hand. "They're like a bull in a china shop."

Kenma: "Let me try calling Bokuto first."

(Meanwhile, at the mall…)

Kuroo: (Walks around smiling) "Bokuto, we managed to get out without being seen. Now remember, we have to be very careful, okay?"

Bokuto: "Yes, I know, Kuroo. I don't want to cause any trouble this time. Let's prove to Kenma and Akashi that we can take care of ourselves."

Kuroo: "I agree. They worry too much, but let's show them that we can be responsible."

(As they enjoy their time at the mall, Kenma manages to reach Bokuto on his phone.)

Kenma: (Call) "Bokuto, where are you? Did you go to the mall?"

Bokuto: (call) "Uh, yes, we did. But don't worry, Kenma-san, we'll be careful this time, I promise."

Kenma: (call) "You better be! Remember what happened last time? Akashi and I are going to find you."

Bokuto: (call)"Wait, Kenma, we'll be fine. We won't cause any trouble, trust us." (Kenma ends the call)

Kuroo: (smiling) We don't need babysitters, we can get through today.

Bokuto: (Screams, attracting the gaze of several people) That's right! Hey Hey Hey.

Kuroo: (covers his mouth and laughs like a hyena louder) Starting with your loud voice you idiot, did you forget that you're famous now?

Bokuto: (takes his hand away and whispers) That's right!!!

(they go through the stores looking for something to amuse themselves with).

They stop by DECATHLON looking for accessories for Voley.

Bokuto: "Hey Kuroo, let's check out this accessory shop? I'm sure it's going to be awesome!" (Already going in)

Kuroo: "Let's go! But remember, no breaking anything, okay?" (walks back talking)

Bokuto: "Okay, I'll be super careful!"

(After 10 minutes)

Bokuto: "Look, Kuroo, these balls are awesome! Shall we try one?"

Kuroo: "Good idea! Let's play some nearby."

(Bokuto and Kuroo start making some quick passes with the ball, showing off their skills.)

Bokuto: "Haha, I never get tired of this!"( He jumps and does a super slash, the ball bounces and hits the ceiling near the lamp)

Kuroo: "Me too!, but it's been a while, I'm out of shape, let's take it easy, we don't want to cause any trouble."

Bokuto: (crosses his arms for a few seconds and thinks, then gives an evil smile) "You're right, Kuroo. Let's look at something else."

(They explore the store, seeing kneepads, nets, uniforms, and other equipment.)

Kuroo: "Hey Bo, look at that set of referee whistles over there!"

Bokuto: "Haha, how about we play referee for a while?"

Kuroo: "Great idea! Let's do this!"

(They take the whistles and start pretending to whistle funny plays, imitating the gestures of the referees during the games.)

Bokuto: "Foul! It was a foul, Kuroo!"

Kuroo: "Ah, no, it wasn't! It was a fair move!"

(As they play, some people around them start to laugh at their excitement.)

Bokuto: "Haha, I think we're doing pretty well as referees!"

Kuroo: "Definitely! But I think we've drawn enough attention already."

Bokuto: "You're right, we better stop before the officials kick us out of here!"

Kuroo: "Agreed! Let's leave the whistles behind and head to another store."

(They leave the whistles back in place and leave the store, laughing)

Bokuto: (pointing to the candy store) Look at that, Kuroo! Candy!

Kuroo: (smiling) I think we deserve some treats after all this fun.

(The two enter the candy store and begin picking out their favorite treats.)

Seller: (smiling) Hi, what can I get you guys?

Bokuto: (pointing to a bunch of sweets) I'd like some of everything, please!

Kuroo: (laughing) Same thing for me!

(Seeing the amount of sweets Bokuto and Kuroo chose, the vendor is surprised but serves whatever they ordered.)

Seller: (joking) Hope you guys have room for so much sweetness!

Bokuto and Kuroo: (laugh in unison) We always do!

They find a games section and start playing like children, laughing and competing in funny games.

(They see an arcade machine with a shooting game.)

Bokuto: (excitedly) Oh! This is my favorite game! I always win.

Kuroo: (smiling) We'll see about that.

(The two begin to play and, with their incredible skills, quickly gain points. They are so focused that they don't even notice the people around them watching them.)

Kid #1: (pointing at Bokuto and Kuroo) Look, those two adults are destroying the game!

Kid #2: (impressed) They're so good! I want to be like this when I grow up!

"Look at these two, they're like kids!"

"It's true, they don't really have age!"

(Bokuto and Kuroo don't care about the comments and continue having fun without any worries.)

Bokuto: (jokingly) Let's see who can score the most points!

Kuroo: (accepting the challenge) That's easy! I will win!

(As they compete, the crowd around them begins to grow, and some fans notice Bokuto's resemblance to a famous volleyball player.)

Fan 1: (whispering) Isn't that MBSY's Bokuto?

Fan 2: (excited) Yes, it's him! Let's ask for an autograph! Bokuto-san!! (Screams)

(Bokuto notices the movement of the fans and gets nervous.)

Bokuto: (whispering to Kuroo) Kuroo, I think I've been recognized! Let's get out of here before the situation gets worse!

Kuroo: (worried) You're right. Let's hide!

(The two friends flee the game room and start running through the mall, trying to escape the fans.)

Bokuto: (panting) We need to hide somewhere until they give up!

Kuroo: (thoughtfully) The mattress shop over there looks empty. Maybe we can hide there!

(Bokuto and Kuroo run to the mattress shop and hide behind a pile of mattresses.)

Kuroo: (laughing) It feels like we're hiding from an army of fans!

Bokuto: (smiling) At least they won't find us here so easily!

(They remain hidden, laughing and talking about various things, while trying to lose the fans.)

Bokuto: (smiling) Kuroo, you know you're my best friend, right?

Kuroo: (gentle) Of course, Bokuto. You are also my best friend.

(Bokuto looks at Kuroo with a different glint in his eyes, but hesitates before speaking.)

Bokuto: (thoughtfully) Kuroo... there's something I've wanted to tell you for a while...

Kuroo: (curious) What is it?

Bokuto: (hesitantly speaks) I'm-...

( Being interrupted The mall employee's voice is heard over the sound system, announcing the closing of the establishment.)

Employee: (over loudspeaker) The mall is closing, please proceed to the exits.

Bokuto: (scared) And now? How are we going to leave?

Kuroo: (thinking) Maybe we can still get out through some back exit.

(They start looking for an alternative exit, but soon realize that all the doors are locked.)

Bokuto: (desperately) We're trapped!

Kuroo: (looking around) Let's divide and conquer. I look for an exit at the front of the store, and you check the exits at the back.

Bokuto: (still worried, holds his arm) It's okay, but don't take too long, please.

Kuroo: (smiling) Sure, I won't be long. We'll communicate via messages if we find anything.

As they search separately, Kuroo and Bokuto exchange messages, informing each other of the places they've already searched and possible clues to get out of the shop.

Kuroo: (message) Bokuto, I didn't think this Mall would be so big, I still haven't found the front. And you?

Bokuto: (message) I found the funds, but nothing there. I think we're really stuck.

Kuroo: (message) Let's not give up. Where are you now?

Bokuto: ( )

Kuroo: (sees that Bokuto didn't get the message and sends another one) - Hey bro, are you there?

(He tries to call several times without success).

Bokuto : (Frowning, shaking the cell phone)" No, right now? That damn IPhone! It discharged quickly."

(He looks nervously around and sighs) "Now it's just me".

Kuroo: (Walks through the halls quickly) "He doesn't answer, did that crap he uses just hang up"?

Bokuto: (RUNNING SCREAMS!!) KUROOOO!

Bokuto stops panting looking around seeing that he walked in circles, he finds himself in the same costume shop where they were.

Bokuto: (nervous whimpers while holding his hair with his hands, tangling the gel) "Oh no! I lost Kuroo, he'll find a way out and I'll stay here" .

(Without noticing his breath starts to hitch and he feels the burning come into his eyes.)

Bokuto: (walks back and forth) "Not again, not now, Kuroo!!!"

(His voice cracks at the call and his breath catches in between)

Kuroo: (runs screaming!!!)" Bokuto!!!! Kou!!! Koutaroo"!!

Bokuto: (crying tries to breathe while sitting hugging his legs) "I'm going to die here and alone, they'll find my body tomorrow and everyone will see it in the newspaper!!

(He hears his name in the distance but cannot react).

Kuroo: Bokuto!!!!

(He feels a hand on his shoulder shaking him)

Kuroo: (He was running near the restrooms when surprised he heard loud sighs and murmurs in a crying voice, when he saw his beloved and friend in that helpless position) - Koutarou!!!

(Kuroo crouches down and tries to get his attention but Bokuto was so wrapped up in his own world that he spoke nonsense).

Kuroo: "I'm here, I'm here, Kou. You're not going to die."

(Kuroo places both hands on his cheeks and wipes the tears there, moves his legs out of the way and touches his foreheads to fix his attention on himself)

- Breathe, along with me.

Bokuto: (He hears Kuroo's voice with his first name and breathes together) - Tetsu?

(he looks into his eyes and puts his hands on his)-How? Wh-where? (He speaks with difficulty)

Kuroo: (whispers) - Calm down Kou, breathe, I'm here with you, just focus on me.

Bokuto: (Nods and dives into his gaze until breathing evens out)

(They stay there for about 5 minutes)

Kuroo: (Seeing that Bokuto is looking at him and is calm he loosens his hands, blushing at the position they were in)

Very well, like this...

(Kuroo lets go of his face but is immediately pulled back by the icy hands that find his neck, which brings him to Bokuto's lips in a calm kiss, he stops for a moment, but returns eagerly and holds him on his shoulders).

Bokuto: (seeing that the other allows the introduction of his tongue and pulls him closer, runs his hand through his hair, holds him panting for a few seconds, before letting go and looking into his eyes) - That was...

Kuroo: (He's blushing and looks at his lips before looking up) - Intense, are you okay?

Bokuto: (Opens a smile and gets up with him, while breathing again) - Yes, I am. (Speaks with cheeks turning red).

Kuroo: (keeps hands tight on his shoulders) "Bro you got me worried. You didn't reply to my messages, I was chasing you, I even forgot we're stuck.

Bokuto: (smile falls) Oh my God I forgot, we're still stuck and it's past eleven at night. My cell phone downloaded and you don't even carry credit!! There's no way to even call Akashi or Kenma! Although I don't want to get scolded and nobody knows about it! (He speaks out loud).

Kuroo: (laughing) Calm down, Bo. We'll find a way out, don't worry! Those two can't hide anything from them.

Bokuto: (nervous) But what if we get caught? I play for the national team, and you don't even talk about starting a new career and running away from the cameras, we can't get caught in a situation like this! This is so disgraceful.

Kuroo: (trying to comfort him) "Hey, look at me. Nothing's going to happen. We're just two guys trapped and lost in the mall, it's no crime. (He laughs)

Bokuto: (sticky, holding Kuroo's hand) But I don't want to get caught at all, Kuroo! You need to help us find a way out.

Kuroo: (smiling) Of course, I'm here to help you. Let's look for the exit, without attracting attention, on the way I saw a corridor with some guards, I think it's there.

Bokuto: All right.

Along the way, they find some stock rooms and hide when they hear the voices of guards checking the store doors. Bokuto gets more nervous and breathes hard, but Kuroo hugs him and whispers comforting words in his ear.

Kuroo: "Calm down, Kou. We won't be arrested for trespassing. It was just an accident, we didn't do anything wrong."

Bokuto: (panting) But... what if someone finds us here and calls the police, it still looks like we're doing something wrong.

Kuroo: (with affection) No one's going to call the police, okay?

Bokuto: (still nervous) But what if it doesn't work out? What if we're stuck here all night?

Kuroo: (trying to calm down) That's not going to happen. We'll get out of here, I promise. We're smart and we know our way around.

Bokuto: (apprehensive) Okay...but I can't stop thinking about what could go wrong.

Kuroo: (hugging Bokuto) I understand, but think of all the times we've overcome challenges together. Nothing will be different now.

Bokuto: (sighs and smiles) You always know how to calm me down...

Kuroo: (Smiles slightly embarrassed) What kind of friend would be one who doesn't know you in...

Bokuto: (lowers his head blushing) "Those who see me every day on TV laughing and cutting, aiming for the top 1 and becoming the best ACE don't know a finger of what I go through."

Kuroo: (Gives that hyena laugh very softly) They really don't know that the National ACE gets trapped inside a mall.

Bokuto: (Crosses his arms with a pout) "Hey Hey and the great Kuroo Tetsurou King of Chemistry straight-up missed his schedule and got stuck inside the Mall, but luckily with the great sexy and hot ACE Bokuto Kotaro."

Kuroo: (smirks) Yeah, but you didn't know it was about time for us..

(They are interrupted by the sound of doors closing)

Guard: Just missing the front ones now. Just the one with the technical surveillance people now.

Bokuto: (turns white whispering) Kuroo, we're in trouble! We need to get out of here without the security guards seeing us!

Kuroo: (also whispering) Calm down, Bokuto. Let's try to go unnoticed, like we're ninjas! I have an idea.

Bokuto: (with a nervous smile) Ninjas, really? It is like?

Kuroo: (joking) Yes, ninjas! And ninjas are agile and fast, so let's act like them. But first come with me!

Bokuto: (trying to keep up with the banter as he is pulled into the costume area) Alright, I'll turn into a ninja!

Kuroo : (Hands them some black clothes, caps and communication devices) here put this quick!!

(They dress quickly to look slightly like guards but with white and gray sneakers.)

(They begin to sneak around the Mall, avoiding the security cameras and trying not to attract the attention of the security guards.)

Bokuto: (whispering) This is crazy, Kuroo. If they catch us, we will be accused of theft and usurpers!

Kuroo: (confident) We don't look like thieves, Bokuto. They won't even suspect.

Bokuto: (looking around) I hope you're right.

(They continue to sneak around the Mall, snickering to keep up appearances.)

Security 1: (looking at security cameras) Looks like everyone's out now, closing time.

Security 2: (nodding) Yeah, looks like we're alone here.

Kuroo: (whispering) Come on, Bokuto, it's almost working!

Bokuto: (whispering back) Okay, but what kind of ninja has fun in an empty mall?

Kuroo: (laughs) The best kind of ninja!

(They finally reach the mall exit, where security is about to lock the doors.)

Security 1: (looking at his watch) We're already late. Let's just lock this up and go.

Security 2: (nodding) Yes, let's close the doors.

Kuroo: (whispering) Time to leave, Bokuto. Let's mingle with the security guards.

Bokuto: (whispering back) Alright, let's go!

(They join the group of security guards and sneak out of the mall, as if they were just making the rounds.)

Security 1: (looking at them) Hey you guys there!

Bokuto: (nervous looks sweating to the side) And now?

Kuroo: (smiling) Just keep walking and pretend you didn't hear.

Security 2: (looking at them suspiciously) What are you doing here?

Bokuto: (trying to look casual) Ah, we... we work here, we're new security guards.

Kuroo: (adds) Yeah, that's right. Just doing the final round before I leave.

Security 1: (looking at them for a moment) Okay, then get on with the job.

Bokuto: (relieved whispers) It worked! We made it out!

Kuroo: (smiling) I said we'd be successful!

(They leave the Mall and when they get close to the point they start laughing like crazy people with relief on the other side.)

Bokuto: That was crazy! But we did it!

Kuroo: Yes, and now we're professional ninjas!

Bokuto: I think professional ninjas have never been so funny.

Kuroo: (laughs) True, but that's what makes us special.

Bokuto: (looking at Kuroo fondly) Specials, huh? I like that.

Kuroo: (smiling) I like it too. And there's something else I like...

Bokuto: (curious) What is it?

Kuroo: (sincerely) I wanted to talk to you inside, but here goes. Bokuto, I'm in love with you.

Bokuto: (surprised stammers) K-kuroo... am I not dreaming? That kiss... You didn't respond just because I...

Kuroo: (Nods in denial) - No. I've been in love with you since high school camp.

Bokuto : (opens his mouth in an O) My God, how much time are we wasting.

Kuroo: (widens his eyes laughing) You too?

Bokuto: (Smiles in love) I love you. Since I saw that lock, the first one that stopped my heart.

Kuroo: (touching Bokuto's face as he removes his cap) So how about we stop being secretive ninjas with our feelings?

Bokuto: (smiling takes Kuroo's) I would love to. And from now on, I want to enjoy every moment by your side, without hiding anything.

Kuroo: (happy) I want one too, Kou. And I can't wait (They kiss softly, knowing that from this moment on, they no longer need to hide what they feel for each other. With light hearts and a love finally revealed, they enter the subway heading to the apartment, ready to face the adventures of life and love side by side.)

(No, not quite like that, 30 minutes later… They arrive at your apartment and…)

Akaashi: (worried) You're finally here! We were very worried. Are you all right?

Kenma: (raises an eyebrow) They took a long time. What happened? And why are they looking like the Men in Black and disheveled like that?

Bokuto: (with a nervous smile fixing his mane) Sorry, guys. We had a little problem at the mall.

Kuroo: (trying to hide it) Yeah, some things happened and we were late.

Akaashi: (curious) What kind of problems?

Kenma: (seriously) And why didn't you answer our messages?

Bokuto: (hesitant) Well, there was a mess in there and we ended up getting distracted.

Kuroo: (with a forced smile) Yeah, we got so involved that we didn't even notice the time pass.

Akaashi: (worried) A mess? What did you do?

Kenma: (suspicious) You two weren't causing any problems, right?

Bokuto: (Tries to explain) No, we didn't cause trouble, but…

Kuroo: (with a guilty look) Let's say we engaged in a bit of a risky prank and got noticed by the fans, so we hid and the Mall closed.

Akaashi: (frowning) Risky prank? What did you get up to?

Kenma: (worried) Please tell me you didn't do anything illegal.

Bokuto: No, no, nothing illegal! But we disguised ourselves as guards to get out of the mall.

Kuroo: (nervous laughs) It was a crazy idea, but it was the only way we could find it.

Akaashi: (surprised) What did you do? That is very dangerous!

Kenma: (exasperated) Do you realize how risky and irresponsible that was?

Bokuto: (bows head) Sorry, Akaashi, Kenma. It was a stupid idea.

Kuroo: (nods) Yeah, we were impulsive and didn't think straight.

Akaashi: (worried) You two need to be more risk aware. This could have gone very wrong.

Kenma: (firmly) Yes, you could have gotten into some serious trouble.

Bokuto: We understand now, we promise not to repeat that kind of thing.

Kuroo: (sincerely) You're right, let's be more responsible from now on.

Akaashi: (smiles slightly) I hope you've learned your lesson. We want you to have fun, but safely.

Kenma: (adds) Yeah, we can have fun without doing risky things.

Bokuto and Kuroo: (at the same time) You're absolutely right.

(Both couples are silent for a moment, until Bokuto and Kuroo exchange knowing glances and smiles.)

Bokuto: (sighs) Actually, there's one more thing we want to tell you.

Kuroo: (with a shy smile) Yeah... actually, we're dating.

Akaashi: (surprised) Really? Did you finally get it?!

Kenma: (with a small smile) We've known that for a while.

Bokuto: (surprised) Did you know?

Akaashi: "Finally! I knew you two had a weird tension..."

Kenma: "Sexual tension finally resolved!" (Raises hands looking up at the sky)

Bokuto: "Hey, you don't have to be so direct…"

Kenma: (laughs) Yeah, and now keep the fun under control.

Akaashi: "I'm happy for you. Now, I just ask that you control yourself a little more on your next trips."

Kenma: "Yes, try not to destroy any more places around."

Bokuto: "We promise we'll behave better!"

Kuroo: "Deal. We want to spend many moments together without causing any damage."

Akaashi: "That's great! And now, let's celebrate survival and you!"

Kenma: "Yes, let's celebrate! No destruction, please."

Bokuto: "Haha, never mind! Let's just enjoy the moment."

Kuroo: "We are happy to share this with you."

And so, the quartet of friends celebrated the news of the new couple, leaving worries and scoldings behind and having fun together. Akaashi and Kenma were relieved that their friends were okay, and even happier to see Bokuto and Kuroo finally taking on the relationship that everyone had sensed from the beginning. Their friendship would strengthen even more with this new phase.