Terasaka locked himself inside the bathroom, his heart pounding in his chest. he felt stupid, so stupid. he should have kept himself in check, but the mixture of having an adorable boy, itona, in his lap and being so close, it was just too much for him.*

He leaned against the bathroom wall, taking deep breaths, trying to calm down.*

He splashes cold water on his face, trying to bring down his excitement..he shouldn't have this feelings for a boy! even if this boy is really cute . at first it all was just taking care of a abandoned little bundle of nerves but NOW he began feeling weird feelings towards Itona, why did that had to happen???*

Itona was still lying in bed, now feeling even worse than before. He was confused and irritated, unable to understand what just happened . He had felt that moment , that tension , that something was gonna happen. But then... Why did he leave? What happened? Was he just imagining things? He rolled onto his stomach, burying his face into a pile of pillows , and then let out a frustrated scream*

Terasaka was cursing himself for his stupidity He knew he had feelings for Itona, but he was still having a hard time accepting them. He looked down to see his pants, still tenting from their earlier moments.*

He leaned his head against the bathroom wall. He knew he had to face Itona sooner or later, he shouldn't have left like that.*

Terasaka took a few more deep breaths, trying to calm himself down. He stared at his reflection in the mirror and muttered under his breath* "damnit what am i doing...why am I so ... attracted to that damn little goblin..ugh...his sassy tongue always drives me crazy and gets me mad and annoyed ! how did I fell in love with this adorable little shit?! "

He splashed cold water on his face again, trying to cool down his heated cheeks. His thoughts were going a mile a minute. He tried to come up with excuses and reasons for his sudden departure from the room, but deep down, he knew the real reason.*

he muttered to himself* "get a hold of yourself Terasaka...it's not like he's super cute...and small...and has this... babyface ...this goddamn fluffy hair...this huge eyes and this goddamn hot hourglass body ! how is this goblin build like this when he eats so much chocolate??? ugh ! why does he have to be so cute ??"

uff...he's really just subconsciously saying everything he likes about itona , this can't be happening!*

" why the fuck do I like him even though he insults me daily ?!?! "

He washes his face again and takes another deep breath, mentally bracing himself to face itona*

He leaves the bathroom and slowly walks back to the bedroom.. he stops in the doorframe for a moment...and sees itona... face down in the pillow.. he looked adorable..*

Itona was still buried in the pillows he screamed into earlier. He was just lying there, unmoving, His face was still red from...earlier. All of this was a bit too much for him to handle...*

Terasaka just stood there for a moment, his eyes glued to itona, his little bundle of sass and cuteness.*

He entered the room, walking over to the bed. He hesitated for a moment, then sat down next to itonas' small form, still hidden in the mountain of pillows*

He reached out his hand and gently patted itonas' head, then pulled the pillows away so he could see his face*

" let's uhhh..just go down and eat breakfast "

Itona let out a small grumble as the pillows were pulled away. He sat up , and rubbed his face with his hand.*

"Sure... "

He replied , with a bit of an annoyed tone in his voice. He knew that his attitude was a bit unreasonable and childish , considering he didn't even know what happened. But still...*

Terasaka knew Itona was annoyed and probably wanted an explanation as to why he had left so abruptly earlier.*

He sighed, ran his hand through his hair*

"Listen uh... I'm sorry I just left like that, I just...had to take care of something in the bathroom"

He tried to brush it off, hoping Itona would just drop the subject, but knowing itona, he knew he would probably say something sharp*

Itona rolled his eyes and gave him a look that said "yeah, right". He stood up an and crossed his arms, giving Terasaka a ' I'm not buying that' kind of look.*

"Right... 'had to take care of something'. Bullshit. "

He said , his tone a bit accusatory.*

" did you need to jerk off so badly? "

Terasaka felt a shiver run down his spine at Itonas' direct question, and the look he was given.*

He turned red and looked away, fumbling for words . Of course itona wouldn't buy whatever excuse he had given. He was too damn smart and too damn blunt*

He fidgeted, avoiding looking directly at him*

"What ? No!...I didn't...I just-"

He couldn't find the words to respond to such a blunt question*

Itona rolls his eyes and gets up, going downstairs*

" OK ok , I dont want to make you uncomfortable in the end , so let's drop it"

Terasaka watched as itona walked away , down the stairs. He let out a deep sigh*

He was relieved that itona was willing to drop the subject*

He followed itona downstairs, his mind still in a whirlwind of thoughts , he gives itona a strong slap on the ass , before walking past him into the kitchen*

" good , and don't you tease me like that again "

Itona lets out a little noise as he feels the sudden slap on his butt. He quickly turns back to look at Terasaka, his eyes wide and face flushed*

"hmpf-! ...perv..."

He says , in a flustered voice, but also a voice that betrayed a bit of excitement. He rubs his butt... It kinda stinged...but also... It kinda felt good*

Terasaka chuckles as he sees itonas' surprised and flushed expression and hears his flustered response . he enjoys teasing the little goblin, it's cute and fun*

" oh shut up, you like it "

He says with a smirk , he continues walking to the kitchen, knowing that itona will probably follow, as usual*

Itona's face gets even redder as he hears those words*

" shut up... I don't- I don't like it ..."

He murmurs, clearly lying. He follows Terasaka, trying to act like he's irritated and annoyed, but inside, he's actually kinda happy and excited*

" perv..."

He mumbles again, his cheeks still flush*

Terasaka can't help but smile at Itonas' flustered response. It's adorable seeing him get this red over a simple tease*

" keep telling yourself that goblin. I know you liked it. Look at your face , you can't hide it from me "

he said, still keeping that smirk on his face*

" and you keep calling me perv but You're the one that was talking about my hard-on earlier "

He points out*

" ok , there you are right for once idiot"

Itona crosses his arms and pouts. He's unable to deny that he did talk about...that...and... maybe did kind of like the slap... but still!!*

" I'm always right, you are the idiot"

Terasaka says and sits down at the dining table, waiting for itona. He still has that stupid smirk on his face , which itona secretly loves*

He leans back in his chair and pats his lap*

"come here, little goblin "

Itona rolls his eyes and pretends to be annoyed, but on the inside he kinda melts*

"Stop calling me that"

He mutters , but still walks over and sits down on his lap*

Terasaka chuckles as itona approaches and sits down on his lap. he wraps his arms around itonas' waist, holding him securely.*

" why ? you are a goblin, my annoying little goblin "

He leans in close and nuzzles his head into Itonas' neck. Breathing in his scent*

Itona's face reddens as he feels Terasakas Arms around his waist, pulling him closer. The feeling of being held by him is nice, and He melts a bit*

" I'm not annoying ..." *He mumbles, but makes no move to remove himself from his lap*

when he feels Terasaka burying his head in his neck, he can feel his breath against his skin*

Terasaka's big sister: ohhh , my favourite old married couple~ *she teases as she walks in*

Terasaka looks up as his big sister enters the room. he rolls his eyes and sighs, he's used to her teasing*

" oh shut it, sis "

He gives her a glare, still holding itona on his lap , his arm wrapped around his waist - not letting go*

Itona lets out a soft grunt at the sudden interruption, but he also finds it amusing when he hears what she said*

" old married couple? Pff... "

He mumbles , looking at Terasakas' sister with a raised eyebrow... He then leans back against Terasakas chest, trying to get comfortable in his lap*

She grins at them and raises an eyebrow*

"Aw, come on, little bro. You two are so cute together. I bet you cuddle every night. "

She chuckles, knowing she's hitting a soft spot*

Terasaka's cheeks flush red at her words.*

" we do not-"

He's flustered, trying to deny her teasing but Itonas' weight on his lap and his presence are making it hard to come up with a good excuse*

Itona, who's sitting on Terasakas lap, can feel the older boy tense up , trying to deny his sisters' words. He looks up at Terasakas' face, noticing the flush on his cheeks. then he turns to look at Terasakas' sister*

" what else do you think we do, hm? we sleep in one bed together since months"

Terasaka's sister looks amused at Itonas' response. She didn't expect Itona , the usually cold and mostly emotionsless boy, to be so blunt and teasing .*

She smirks and looks at her brother*

" oh really now... you two sleep in the same bed~. "

Her smirk grows wider, clearly enjoying tormenting her little brother*

Terasaka's face goes even redder

, he's feeling a mixture of embarrassment and affection. he shoots his sister a glare.*

" Shut up...We just sleep. Nothing else"

he lies through his teeth , trying to deny any implications. he still has an arm wrapped around itonas waist, holding him tightly despite his denial*

Itona raises an eyebrow at Terasakas' words , seeing right through his lie. He places a hand on Terasakas' hand, that's wrapped around his waist*

" yeah *just sleep*. Totally..."

He says , sarcasm heavy in his tone*

He then leans his head back against Terasakas' chest*

Terasaka feels itonas hand on his , and his little goblin , laying against his chest is making him weak. he's trying to hold his cool in front of his sister, but it's hard.*

he glares at Itona and mumbles*

" shut...up..."

his sister can't hold it in anymore, she starts snickering and covers her mouth , trying not to laugh out loud*

She can't help but find this amusing. Her little brother , all flustered and defensive, trying to deny the truth.*

She leans against the doorframe, enjoying the show*

" oh my god you two are hopeless "

Itona lets out a soft " mhn" noise , he finds it funny how the taller boy is reacting to his taunts. He knows exactly how to rile him up, and he's enjoying it.*

he turns his attention to the older sister, a neutral expression on his face*

" hopeless? "

Terasaka's sister nods, still grinning*

" yes you two are hopeless. So oblivious to each other's feelings, it's ridiculous "

Terasaka's face turns redder at her words , he wants to protest but he knows that she's right . He has a hard time denying it and it's obvious*

" shut up...we're just friends "

he mumbles , his arm still firm around Itonas' waist , keeping him close*

Itona hears the words 'oblivious to each other's feelings' and can't help but roll his eyes*

"oblivious" *He mumbles under his breath, his voice taking a mocking tone when he says those words ' this stupid idiot is just too dump to admit that he likes me ' , he thought , annoyed again*

Terasakas sister chuckles , it is obvious to her that there is more than just friendship between these two.*

" just friends? Pfft... You two are practically glued to each other. You hold onto him like he'll slip away if you don't , and he practically sits on your lap any chance he gets"

Terasaka feels his cheeks flush again at his sister's words*

" It's not like that- it's - shut up-"

he tries to come up with a proper defense, but he can't. She's right. He does hold onto itona like he'll slip away. He does love how itona sits on his lap. Every. Single. Time.*

he looks down at itona , who's resting against him. His hand still on his waist , holding him tightly. He let's out a defeated sigh . but he's definitely not ready yet to accept that he likes a boy *

Itona is quiet as he listens to Terasakas' words , and his sisters' words and he's amused at the older boys lack of defense. He can see the flustered look on his face and enjoy it*

he leans more against Terasakas' chest and mumbles*

" Stupid idiot.. "

Terasaka heard Itonas' mumbled words he looks down at him, there's a mix of annoyance and affection on his face.*

" shut up , you damn goblin... "

he gently pulls him closer, burying his face in itonas' white fluffy hair*

Itona lets out a small noise as terasaka pulls him closer, but at the same time he feels a pang of happiness*

" I told you to stop calling me a goblin " *He mumbles, but there's no real annoyance in his voice. He actually finds it.kinda funny*

he can feel terasaka burying his face in his hair, and he can't help but secretly enjoy the affection*

" idiot... "

Terasakas sister makes kissy noises at them before leaving the room*

Itona hears the kissy noises and rolls his eyes , but he can't help but feel a little uncomfortable. He's not really used to being so public with their... relationship.. if it can be called that.

" she's a pain.. "

He murmurs, shifting a little in Terasakas lap, still feeling a hint of uneasiness*

Terasaka feels the shift in Itonas' demeanor, he knows that his little goblin probably feels uncomfortable with the public display of affection. He pulls away from itonas' hair and looks down at him, his expression softens.*

he gently runs his fingers through Itonas' hair, trying to comfort him.*

" yeah she's nosy , don't mind her "

he says , his hand still on itonas' waist , holding him in his lap*

Itona relaxes a bit as the older boys' fingers run through his hair, he can't help but like the feeling*

he sighs softly, trying to get rid of that uncomfortable feeling*

" nosy is a nice way to put it"

He mumbles softly, leaning his head back agaisnt terasakas' chest*

Terasaka lets out a small chuckle at itonas' words*

" Yeah, my sister is a pain in the ass, but I love her."

he says , his fingers continuing to gently run through Itonas' soft hair, he can feel the smaller boy relax against his chest*

he hesitates for a moment, before speaking again.*

" You okay goblin? You seem a bit uneasy... "

Itona takes a deep breath and relaxes into terasakas' touch*

" I'm okay... It's just.. my headaches acting up again "

Terasakas' expression softens at Itonas' words. He knows how badly the headaches can bother the younger boy.*

" damn it.. *again* ? That's the fifth time this week. "

he says, concern in his voice as he continues to gently run his fingers through Itonas' hair. trying to soothe him*

Itona lets out a small sigh and nods*

"yeah, fifth time.. it's annoying. And it hurts like hell..."

he mumbles , wincing at the pain that shoots through his head again *

Terasaka's expression turns into a frown

" you should rest, dumbass. I'm getting worried at this point"

he says sternly, and starts to rub Itonas' temples with his free hand, trying to ease the pain*

Itona leans into terasakas' touch, the rubbing on his temples feels kind of nice and eases thw pain a little but he still opens his mouth, eyes rolling back a little and mouth open, drool flows down his chin. it's every time a scary sight to see but Terasaka got used to it*

Terasaka's expression turns worried as he sees itona's eyes rolling back and drool flowing down his chin. Even though he's seen it before, it still alarms him to see itona suddenly becoming unresponsive.*

he continues gently rubbing his temples , hoping to bring him back to reality, holding him close as itona is gaspibg for air , his nose beginning to bleed*

" itona? Can you hear me? Come on you damn goblin, focus... "

" h...hngg... "

itona slaps his own head a little with shaking hands , trying to tell Terasaka to hit the back of his head*

Terasaka watches in concern as itona starts hitting his own head, his eyes widen as he understands what itona is trying to say*

" *hit your head*... you want me to.. hit the back of your head?"

he asks, his tone incredulous and worried at the same time*

Itona nods weakly, still desperately trying to say something.

The headaches are bad , but he doesn't want to pass out.*

" y...yes.. "

he manages to say between panting and grunts. There are tears in his eyes and he looks at Terasake with a pained expression. The older boy seems to hesitate but then hits the back of his head hard*

Itona groans from the impact, but the pain slowly stops , his condition going back to normal*

Terasaka holds Itona tightly after the pain stops*

" damn it you idiot... You gave me a scare... I hate seeing you in pain like that"

he mumbles, his expression a mix of concern, releave and frustration*

Itona lets out a shaky sigh and leans against him . He's still shaking a little but he's starting to feel better*

" sorry... I didn't mean to.. worry you... "

he mumbles , rubbing his forehead. It's still throbbing but not as bad as before*

Terasaka's expression softens at itonas' apology. He continues to hold him close, rubbing his back gently.*

" I know you didn't mean to , it's not your fault , but it's hard not to worry ..."

he says with concern in his voice*

Terasaka looks at him with worry*

" you get these damn headaches so often ,and then you pass out , and it's painful for you...I hate seeing you in pain all the time,especially when there nothing I do to help.. it's like i can't do anything but watch you suffer."

he feels helpless ,he doesn't like the fact that he can't ease itonas' pain*

Itona feels a pang of guilt at terasaka's words. He knows that his headaches are a burden not only for himself, but also for the people around him, especially for terasaka*

"I know , it's annoying for you and everyone around me... "

he rubs his temple again, trying to ease the pain*

" And I hate it just as much as you do..."

he mumbles , looking up at terasaka with a mix of frustration and helplessness, his brain damage do to the tentacles and experiments is a huge burden to live with...he hates to worry Terasaka so much...*

Terasaka can see the guilt and frustration in Itonas' eyes. He feels as equally helpless as Itonas does.*

" Don't say it's just annoying ,i'm not annoyed by it... I'm worried... I hate seeing you in pain, it makes me feel hopeless..

he takes itonas' hand and squeezes it gently*

" Is there really nothing that can be done about the headaches? Anything to alleviate the pain or even prevent them from happening..."

Itona shakes his head , looking down*

" no... there's nothing that can be done. The headaches are a result of the brain damage I suffered from the tentacles ... They won't go away... There's no way to prevent them... I just have to deal with them... "

He grips Terasakas' hand tightly. His headache is still there but it's not as bad as before...*

" thank you...for dealing with me...I know you didn't sign up for such problems by saving me that night..."

Terasaka squeezes Itonas' hand back, his expression becoming serious*

" don't thank me, I'm not dealing with you. I'm with you... and I'm not going to leave you just because you have problems... I care about you and I don't care about the headaches... you're worth it.."

he says with conviction , he won't allow Itona to think that he's just an annoyance to him*