(Jojo / Jjba X Reader) A 7TH Stand User Joins The Party

Chapter 71

Soon after that, the crusaders stopped at a small cafe near the water. It was hot, so everyone ordered a cold drink to help cool down. There was a radio playing on the counter, so it was nice and peaceful for the moment.

You held the cold bottle in your hands, bringing it up to press the cold drink to your cheek. It almost burned with how cold it was, leaving your skin tingling once you pulled it away.

Next to you, Avdol opened his soda with a bottle opener, reaching over to open yours up for you as well.

“Thanks.” you said, raising your drink to him, Avdol responding with a smile and nod.

    Avdol soon spoke up, “We could make it to Cairo in two days, but we’re all injured and exhausted.”

“You could say that again.” you muttered, leaning your chin in your hand, sipping from your cold drink.

“Why don’t we take tonight and tomorrow in Luxor to recover somewhat?” Avdol continued, glancing over at Joseph.

“Sounds good to me.” Polnareff spoke up, looking over at Joseph as well. “Ever since we got to Egypt, the enemy Stands have been getting stronger.” he pursed his lips, “Recently, we’ve only been winning by a hair.”

“It’s because we’re getting closer to Dio.” you said, sighing. “He’s sending the more powerful enemies… like a video game when you start getting closer to the boss battle.”

“Mmh.” Joseph muttered. Just now you realized he’d been staring at his mechanical hand pretty intently, opening and closing his fist slowly over and over.

“Hey, Mr. Joestar, is something wrong?” Polnareff asked before you could, raising a brow at the older man.

“My prosthetic is acting up.” said Joseph, raising his gaze up from his hand for a moment, “I probably just need to oil the joints…”

There was a moment of silence where you realised the radio that had been playing earlier was now only playing a crackly static. You turned, looking slightly annoyed.

“Oy, your radio is busted.” Polnareff called to the man behind the counter, “can’t you turn that thing off? It’s annoying.”

“A-Ah, sure….” The man responded, muttering something to himself as he turned off the radio.

When you turned back, Joseph was holding a bottle cap between his fingers, looking at it suspiciously.

“Joseph?” you asked, brow furrowed.

He looked over, giving you a reassuring smile, “ Yeah, I suppose we should rest up before heading to Cairo.” The smile disappeared, “but we can’t let our guard down just because we’re resting. There’s no telling if another Stand user might show up.”

Everyone gave a nod of agreement.

Joseph stood, putting a hand on your shoulder, “All right. Let’s go find a hotel for the night.” He turned, giving a wave to the man behind the counter, “Thanks, Mister.”

   

    Walking down the street, the group soon found a hotel. You were all put in one room together. It was more convenient that way, and everyone was able to keep an eye on each other as well.

You walked into the room, and were greeted with a familiar sight. There were only three beds.

“What a surprise.” you said, 100% not surprised by this very common occurrence. Of course there were less beds than people. When were there ever not?

“Let me guess.” you said, looking over at Joseph, “This was the last room they had left. Now we’re going to choose straws to see who will get the last bed alone.”

Joseph's brow raised. He already had the straws in hand. “Uh… Indeed, this was the last room left…” He said, squinting slightly at you, “I figured we would… pick straws to see who would bed with who.”

“Wait, wait. Hold on a second. How did you know?” Polnareff butted in, looking between you and Joseph incredulously.

“Lucky guess.” you muttered, smiling.

    After it was all said and done, the beds were decided by draw. Jotaro and Polnareff shared a bed, You and Avdol shared a bed, and Joseph was left in the bed with Iggy.

Avdol had gone into the bathroom earlier, and now came out wearing a comfortable looking cotton pajama set. You barely changed out of your own clothes besides taking your pants off, so you were surprised to see him wearing an entirely different outfit.

Now that you were properly looking, you realized his hair was also down, pulled into a ponytail instead of up in his usual hairstyle. It was odd to see him looking so casual. You found yourself struck by how nice he looked.

“Have you been wearing pajamas to bed this entire trip?” you asked, propped up and smiling at him. “What if a stand user attacks in the middle of the night?”

“Then I suppose I’ll just have to be comfortable during the fight.” Avdol chuckled, settling down in the bed beside you. “And yes, I have been wearing pajamas every night. Sleeping any other way is far too uncomfortable.” he said, adding, “Sleep is one of our most valuable assets at this time. We need to be well rested.”

“I agree.” you said, leaning back on the pillow, putting your hands behind your head. “I was just surprised is all.”

“To see me wearing pajamas to bed?” Avdol asked, looking over with a chuckle.

“No… Well, yeah, kind of. I was just surprised seeing you so casually.” you said, “I’m used to you looking so serious, and in a more formal style outfit. Your hair is carefully styled and maintained, and you clearly take time putting yourself together.” you paused, “I just found myself surprised with how attractive you are both ways.”

There was silence from beside you. You turned to look, finding the man blushing, hiding his mouth behind his hand.

“So, (y/n), you find me attractive?” Avdol spoke after a few moments of silence. It was your turn to blush now. You quickly averted your eyes.

“Well.. yeah, of course… how could I not, I mean…” you trailed off, trying to hide how embarrassed you were.

“Don’t try to make excuses. Just let me appreciate the compliment.” Avdol chuckled, waving his hand, “Thank you. It’s nice to hear it from someone as good looking as yourself.” he said, giving you a wink.

Your face was properly burning now. So Avdol thought you were attractive… this was, uh… hm.

It was certainly some information.

“Sleep well, (y/n)” Avdol said, rolling onto his side.

“You too.” you said, closing your eyes.