➥𝗙𝗔C𝗔𝗗𝗘 𝗛.𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗭𝗨

005

Y/N sighed as she crouched in front of him and took up his glasses from the ground. She lifted his head up gently, placing his glasses back on. "Takemichi once told me the story about how they met. He helped defend her from some bullies, but he got his ass kicked in the process. Still, she loved him for that, and appreciated him for his efforts even when she knew he couldn't win.

Then, she told me something. She said that you and her went to Cram school together, and you were the smartest there. She admired your wits, though people bullied you for that inherent talent. She befriended you, but what happened from there?"

He remained quiet. He never told this story to anyone. He never liked to talk about his past, even to Hanma. "If you tell me... I'll attempt to help with Hina." He looked at
Y/N thoughtfully, she seemed genuine, but she could be deceiving. Still, he was going to tell her, because there was a slim possibility she could actually assist.

"When Hinata got bullied, I stood there afraid. I still feel guilty, and I hate myself for doing nothing. I admired her, she made me feel like a human and didn't treat me like an outcast. Yet, I stood there like a complete idiot as Takemichi atleast attempted to try.

I presumed Hinata liked a person who was... bad? A delinquent, just how me and the members of Toman are. So, I made a promise to myself to fulfil what I thought she wanted."

She understood from his angle. She despised him for some of the things he's committed, but now she felt terrible. "You wanted nothing more but to see Hinata happy, but that's what she is. She's happy with Takemichi, and he'll go to great extents just to keep her that way." He nodded sheepishly, still stuck with the same viewpoint of Takemichi, jealous was all.

"Kisaki, there's a plethora of women out there, and there's someone for everyone. You may not consider that because you're barely noticed, but it's alright. And plus, I think you're kinda cool.

You're good at what you do, and not only that, your smarts are what make you."

He nodded once more. He felt a tad bit better about himself, but it wasn't enough. He was missing that significant piece in his life and it was her. She sat closer to him, her eyes following the ground. "I actually have something to tell you. I never spilled cause I hated you, but we're alright now."

She cleared her throat, beginning. "The girl from our Calculus class likes you a lot. Sakura Atsui. I once overheard her conversing with a friend about wanting to ask you out, but worried you would reject her."

His heartbeat changed a merry pace. Someone liked him? He couldn't fathom it. Maybe she was fabricating a tale? "I cant make way of it."

"It's real, Kisaki, you're not a horrible person, so quit acting like one. You've done some fucked up shit, but that can be forgiven." He nodded. "Y/N, we're leaving!" My mom yelled from below. Before I could stand up, I stopped myself, wrapping my arms around him delicately. I hugged him thoughtfully as I felt his heart rapidly beat against the fabric of my clothes.

"Y... Y/N?" He whispered, confused. He gave an awkward hug, but I knew he was happy as can be. He craved the touch of a female, so I decided hugging him, so he could feel wanted. When I pulled away, he seemed hesitant. "Kisa–" Cut off immediately, he pulled me into a quick kiss, promptly pulling away after.

"I apologize, it felt right at the moment, I'm appreciative of–"

I cut him off with a quiet laugh.
"Don't ever kiss me again, ever. But, you're welcome, Tetta. I can get you and Hina to be friends, just don't overdo it, K?"

"Understood."

•

Today was a school day and for once, I was happy to attend. But as soon as I stepped foot into my class, the teacher halted me.
"You're in detention for 3 weeks, you along with your friends." I rolled my eyes distastefully, remembering the fight. Oh how I wish that hoe has been punished.