|Chapter 25|

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CHAPTER TWENTY FIVE:

Viperion, with a mischievous grin on his face, stealthily approached (Y/N)'s secluded spot atop the Le Grand Paris hotel.

He had a mischievous plan in mind to scare her, hoping to elicit a surprised reaction.

However, as he softly uttered a playful "Boo!", (Y/N) didn't flinch. Instead, she stifled a giggle and turned to face him.

"Oh, Viperion, you'll have to come up with a new tactic to scare me," (Y/N) teased, her eyes sparkling with amusement.

She was well-acquainted with Viperion's nightly visits and had grown accustomed to his attempts to surprise her.

"I'll think of something more original." Chuckling, Viperion took her challenge in stride and plopped down beside her, curious about what she was working on.

As he glanced over, he noticed that she was engrossed in writing the story for an upcoming play. Intrigued, he couldn't help but ask for confirmation.

"Is this for the play next month?" Viperion inquired, his curiosity piqued. He admired (Y/N)'s dedication and creativity.

(Y/N) nodded, a proud smile on her face. "Yes, it is! I'm really excited about it. The rehearsals have been going well, and I can't wait to see it all come together."

With a playful glimmer in her eyes, (Y/N) turned the tables on Viperion. "You know, you should come and watch the play too, but only if you promise to de-transform. I can't have you stealing the spotlight, superhero."

Viperion chuckled and nodded in agreement. "For you, (Y/N), I'll do it. Consider me your biggest fan in the audience."

Curiosity got the better of (Y/N) as she asked, "But why? Why would you go to such lengths for me?"

Viperion's gaze softened, and he spoke from the heart. "Because, (Y/N), seeing you happy and fulfilled is important to me. I'll do anything to support you and help you achieve your dreams. Your happiness means the world to me."

(Y/N) blinked in surprise, touched by Viperion's sincerity.

She hadn't realized the depth of his feelings until now. But her little show must go on- Luckily, (Y/N) had the best friend ever who can act like a total boss.

After watching her for years, acting and whatnot, (Y/N) picked up a few things.

Her smile faltered as she confessed, "But, Viperion, I'm not really as happy as I may seem. There are things that have been weighing on my mind lately."

Without hesitation, Viperion scooted closer, his voice filled with concern. "If there's something troubling you, (Y/N), please share it with me. I'm here for you, always."

A mix of emotions flickered across (Y/N)'s face-hesitation, vulnerability, and a glimmer of hope.

She took a deep breath, her voice filled with honesty. "There are so many things messing with my head, Viperion. It's hard to put into words sometimes, but I appreciate your willingness to listen."

Viperion gently placed a hand on her shoulder, offering support. "You don't have to go through it alone, (Y/N). Whenever you're ready, I'm here to listen, to understand, and to help you in any way I can."

Touched by his unwavering support, (Y/N) found solace in Viperion's presence.

As they sat together, side by side, the sounds of the city faded into the background, allowing (Y/N) to open up and share her worries, knowing that Viperion was there to offer comfort and reassurance.

"So lately, I've been having a feeling. I think a friend of mine has been hiding something from me." (Y/N) started, "This person... Well, I really like this person. He's a great friend, a little annoying at first but he's amazing. But I noticed something lately, and it worries me because I don't want any secrets between us. If he keeps this up, I worry that we won't be friends anymore."

As (Y/N) confided in Viperion, a hint of jealousy flickered within him when she mentioned her feelings for a friend.

However, he knew he had to set his personal emotions aside and be there for her, even if it meant keeping his true identity a secret a little longer.

Silently, he listened intently as she shared her concerns about her dear friend hiding something from her.

Curiosity got the better of Viperion, and he couldn't help but ask, "What's your friend's name?" His heart raced as he anticipated her response.

Without hesitation, (Y/N) answered, "His name is Luka Couffaine."

Viperion's heart sank, his nerves rising. The weight of his hidden identity intensified the conversation.

He had to remain calm, despite his overwhelming desire to reveal himself as Luka and confess his true feelings.

Trying to hide his uneasiness, Viperion suggested, "Perhaps Luka is hiding something from you as a surprise... I don't know."

(Y/N) shook her head, her voice filled with certainty. "No, Viperion, it's more than that. I can sense it- It feels like he's becoming distant. I don't think I want to be friends with him anymore if he keeps hiding things from me."

Viperion's heart skipped a beat, his mind racing to find the right words.

He wanted nothing more than to reassure (Y/N) and confess his true identity, but the constraints of his superhero persona held him back.

Stuttering slightly, he mumbled, "M-maybe... maybe he likes you."

At the mention of the possibility, (Y/N)'s face lit up with a victorious smile, her cheeks flushing.

It was the response she had longed to hear. Viperion's words gave her hope, and her heart fluttered with excitement.

"You really think so?" she asked, her voice filled with anticipation.

Viperion nodded, hiding his own turmoil beneath his mask. "If he's persistent enough, maybe you should give him a chance."

Then (Y/N) replied with a laugh, making his heart skip a beat once more. "Yeah, maybe I should."

Their conversation turned playful as they joked and laughed, easing the tension that had lingered in the air.

However, the reality of Viperion's limited time as a superhero started to weigh on him. With only five minutes left on his miraculous, he knew he had to bid (Y/N) farewell.

As Viperion prepared to leave, (Y/N) held a serious expression on her face. "Promise me you won't tell anyone about our conversation," she pleaded.

Viperion placed a hand over his heart, his eyes filled with sincerity. "I promise, (Y/N). Your secrets are safe with me."

With a mix of emotions swirling within him, Viperion bid her a heartfelt goodnight, his feelings for (Y/N) intensified by their conversation.

As he swung away into the night, he couldn't help but hope that one day, circumstances would allow him to reveal his true self and the depth of his feelings to the girl he cherished.

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