If it was like this, the plan to watch together would never happen that night. Fuyu cursed in his heart, but what if Aki didn't stop Fushimi from bringing him home at that time. His best friend was even willing to give Hiro a ticket, while the two of them would resolve the misunderstanding at the dinner table and face to face.
"So, Fuyu..."
"Father doesn't need to explain," said Fuyu quickly. He looked Fushimi straight in the eye. "I'm fine now. So just forget what Aki said okay?"
"No, Fuyu..." said Fushimi. "I'm sorry I made you like this. But indeed a lot has happened since you left the house—"
"Father, please just marry that man," said Fushimi once again.
It was obvious Fushimi wanted to jump out of his chair at once. "What did you say?"
"I said just get married," said Fuyu. But he quickly turned away his face which suddenly turned red. "I don't have a problem with that anymore. I mean, I think after leaving the house, I'll know what you're thinking."
Fushimi was stunned for a long time at that. "Wait, Fuyu. Are you serious about that just now?" the man stroked the ring on his ring finger unconsciously in frantic.
Fuyu knew about it, but she tried to ignore it. Ahh... So that's how it is, the sight of a man who has been proposed to the next level? Fuyu never thought.
What if Aki and himself last long to that level, will he wear a ring-like Fushimi too?
How embarrassing to think about all that.
"Hm, seriously," said Fuyu. "If you can do it as soon as possible. I don't want to be the reason the two of you postpone the wedding again, Dad..."
Fushimi didn't want to take that answer for granted. Because this is too weird! How could his only son suddenly change his mind?
"Why Fuyu?" asked Fushimi.
Should Fuyu be honest with everyone? But if so, what will Fushimi think of him later?
"Nope. Nothing. It's just that I—"
"Fuyu," said Fushimi urgently. "I don't want to burden you," he insisted. "Hiro and I even talked about a few things this weekend. Regarding the cancellation—"
"Father, I love the boy you saw at the cinema," Fuyu interrupted quickly. His breath was even a little out of breath at that time. Of course, it takes a lot of courage to say it, doesn't it? You must understand. "So the current me more or less knows what you're thinking."
Fushimi was silent for a moment at that. "You're not lying to Dad?" he asked half in disbelief.
"No, Dad," he answered. "A lot has happened since I left home. And now Aki is a fulfilled part of my life. He helps me a lot, even when Dad hasn't been out there for too long."
"Ah..."
"So, Daddy doesn't need to think about my feelings anymore," said Fuyu. "I will be present at your wedding to give your blessing and so on. But of course, Aki has to come. And I don't want to be forced to go home with my new family after this."
"Wait-"
"No buts, Dad. I'm with Aki now."
Fushimi processed everything once again. He was confused. And if you look at the situation in front of him, Fuyu is indeed different from before. His son had a firmer stand this time. Maybe because there is already a figure who strengthens by his side. Like Hiro in his life. So inevitably Fushimi nodded after hugging Fuyu so tightly.
"Okay, do what you want, Fuyu," said Fushimi quietly. "But this time if there's anything say, Dad. And tell me a lot that staying with Aki is your last resort. Do you know? Dad'd rather hear everything than the confusion like before."
"Okay."
"One more thing. Even if you two live together, feel free to go home if you want," said Fushimi again. "After all your real family is us, understand?"
"Yes, Father..."
They looked at each other after that.
"Sometimes I have to talk privately to Aki and his parents," said Fushimi. "I mean, I haven't thanked them more personally. For taking care of my son all this time. And you too will take some time to get acquainted with your adopted brother."
"Haha, alright, Dad."
"Good. Now you can laugh."
"Your father is too much."
"No. You should know things like this are important in relationships and families."
"Yes, yes..." said Fuyu. "Now can I go back to Aki's place? He must be waiting for me by now."
"Ah, yes," said Fushimi. "I'll take you then."
Fushimi also escorted Fuyu and accompanied him to sit in the carriage. Arriving at the station and getting off, Aki was still waiting on the platform while playing a mobile game without blinking from the screen. So before Fuyu returned to his lover's place, Fushimi was itching to ask when they let go of the hug once again.
"Oh, yes, may I know something?"
"About what?"
"You and the boy," said Fushimi as he turned to Aki who was still far away. The teenage boy still hadn't been notified of their current whereabouts. "Have you guys done it?"
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"W-What?" Fuyu's face burned instantly.
Fushimi immediately understood seeing it. "Yeah..." he said with a small chuckle. "Okay, the most important thing is that you're all right. And one more thing, I'll make sure this Sunday a new card for you has arrived at your place."
"Thank you."
"Now tell me the address of your boarding house."
After all the business they needed to talk about, Fuyu just returned to Aki. The young boy immediately turned off his gaming phone and gave Fushimi an origin. Then after they arrived at the boarding house, Aki hugged Fuyu tightly and said that she thought his best friend would never come back.
"Aki!"
"It's good that you chose to come here," said Aki. "Oh, yes. Is everything all right?" he asked.
"Fine," Fuyu said. "Dad and the guy are getting married this month. And maybe I'll be home on the weekend to meet my new family. But it's just a meeting. Later on, at the event, you have to come and after that, I go straight back to the boarding house."
"Good..." Aki said relieved. "Now we should have dinner."
"Okay."
"I bought Sashimi before picking you up," Aki said. "I hope you like it... Haha. Because there is a new flavor variant."
Fuyu didn't answer anything. He immediately jumped inside and targeted the dining room.
It felt really good. Why is Aki's existence now transformed into a home for him? Fuyu thought. And if he see how Aki reacts, it seems that his best friend is like him too. So why isn't their relationship more clear?
Because if you just think about it, everything will only confuse and stuff chest. That's why, when they took a bath together after that, Fuyu purposely broke off their kiss before Aki was satisfied exploring his mouth.
"Wait ... wait a minute," said Fuyu. While catching his breath. "May I straighten something out?"