Kusanagi Izumo (
toremainbehind) wrote2015-10-18 07:33 pm
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[How many times can we fall?]
[It's been a week since they've managed to escape.
Neither of them knew who tipped someone off about their location, who helped them escape while everything became hacked and otherwise useless in keeping them contained. It had been their downfall to let Izumo stay in the frontline, his skills almost legendary now with how effective of an assassin he has become over time. Their downfall led to their deaths, and Izumo has ran away with Eric while the remnants of that group tried to go after them.
They didn't know where to go - who to turn to.
For them, this open world was a mystery, even if Izumo has more experience than Eric when it came to the outside world. There's no one they could trust, and little to no money to their name since their captors often took the money Izumo's earned for his kills. But Izumo is adaptable, taking odd jobs here and there in order to earn enough money to save up and find a place to stay.
It's only been a couple of days ago when Izumo first ran into the leader of HOMRA, the Red King and him having traded blows before it came to a tie. They went their separate ways shortly after when an informant came running towards them, Izumo having escaped before he could be questioned.
Now, he had taken Eric to a refuge in a motel. It's small and not one of the best, but it's the best Izumo could afford on such short notice when it became obvious to him when Eric has to rest again.
His right shoulder blade itched from the burns he received from Mikoto, but he ignores it in favor of in-between watching Eric sleep and looking out the window from his perch on the windowsill.]
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[ He tilts his head, not that he really cared but it seemed strange to bring up. ]
They're improving, that's all that really matters, right?
[ Not that he's one to talk. ]
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[Which was awkward to say the least, and neither Izumo nor Mikoto were able to fully get over it.
Totsuka had a good laugh for weeks.]
What about you?
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You mean you aren't?
[ He said it teasingly enough, they were quite close, but his brother had a hard time with affection, and they seemed like good friends anyways. Eric wouldn't care either way, his brother was his brother. ]
What about me?
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[He gets the teasing often enough. Everyone already jokes that he and Mikoto are a married couple with how they run things.]
How have you been doing?
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[ He knows his brother. But it was fun teasing him every once in awhile almost felt normal.
He nods a few times, even though Fujishima was giving him a worrying look that he couldn't see. ]
I'm good, doing real good.
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[Eric didn't see it, but Izumo does.
He gives Fujishima a look that the other understands, giving a slight and subtle nod.]
That's good to hear.
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[ Just because it was a light tease, Eric didn't understand how him and Fujishima could be seen as together. They were just friends, he couldn't figure it out.
He had to change the subject a bit so he perks up and tries to look a bit more excited. ]
I've been cooking a lot more. Do you want me to make dinner again?
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[His words earn an embarrassed sound from a blushing Fujishima and a laugh from Totsuka.
Izumo smiles.]
Sure, I love to eat your cooking, Eric. What do you have in mind?
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Udon. With beef and vegetables.
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Oh, this'll be fun.
His attention shifts back to Eric, and he moves to get off the stool.]
Sounds good. Do you need any help?
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I can do it. But, if I need help...I'll ask.
[ And with that he disappears into the kitchen and starts getting everything ready, hearing Totsuka cheer him on and wishing him luck. ]
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Seeing the younger man still looking embarrassed had him snickering, but he decides to push the matter aside for now.
There'll always be more time to tease the poor man later.]
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Half hour or so later, Eric comes out with a tray of four steaming bowls of udon. He's careful as he can be carrying them over to the other three and slowly places it on the counter.
Eric looks a little but happier, a little more proud as he places the bowls in front of everyone. He can do something useful to help everyone, and he kind of enjoyed doing it. ]
Dinner's ready.
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It's gotten easier for Izumo to notice Eric's habits, but all three of them know it wouldn't be any good to bring it up. Eric doesn't notice it; in fact, he seems to do it on a subconscious level.
That worries Izumo greatly, though he hides it well.
He smiles when Eric returns, the smile widening at seeing the bright expression on his brother's face.]
It smells good.
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Eric was the one who grew red this time, looking away and fidgeting with his sleeves. It was still embarrassing to hear compliments. But that meant he was a good dog and doing a good job, so he didn't mind. ]
Smell's not as important as taste.
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[Even Mikoto eventually comes from his hiding place to join them, greeting Eric with a nod.
As everyone starts to eat, Izumo carefully watches Eric, but making sure his brother doesn't notice.]
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[ He jumps a bit at the newcomer, sorry that he didn't make him a bowl as well. A head pat later the man remarks Izumo had already fed him.
He watches everyone begin to dig in as he sat down again, but he himself didn't reach for his own bowl.
Wait a bit after they start, then you can eat.
As soon everyone has taken a few bites, Eric starts his meal. He brings the bowl close to him, as if he was trying to make sure no one else got it. His bites were small and quick, as little noise as possible. Be quiet, don't be noticed, no loud noises or else they might look at him. Dogs have to be quiet. ]
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[The habits he's seeing makes Izumo want to say something, but a look from Fujishima and a subtle head shake from Totsuka stops him.
He's not happy, but for Eric's sake, he won't say anything.
If this continues, they might really have to get Eric to see a specialist - someone to help him get over this mindset.
He continues to eat, though, and listens as Totsuka drags everyone into conversation.]
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[ As Totsuka talks he listens intently in case of anything that was asked of him, but he remained quiet unless Totsuka specifically asked him something.
His answers were generally quiet mumbled out short sentences, straight to the point, no more, no less. ]
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[Izumo joins in on the conversation once in a while; otherwise, he'll remain quiet.
He glances at Fujishima, seeing the concern in his eyes, and then at Totsuka.
The younger man gets it immediately, turning to Eric and talking to him in hopes of getting a proper conversation out of him.]
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Eric continued to look at his bowl, annoyed from all the useless conversation. He wanted to be quiet, he needed to be quiet.
So after one last question, Eric snaps at him.
He blinks, knowing he said something, and knowing he directed it towards the older man, but he couldn't remember what it was. And judging from the wide eyed look he was getting from both Fujishima and Totsuka, he had said something wrong. He was a bad dog. ]
S-sorry. I didn't...I didn't mean...I'm sorry. I...
[ He can't finish his words and his throat tightens and panic starts to set it. He tenses up, ready for anything to happen. Ready for a hit, or to run out the door. ]
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It's okay, it's okay.]
You did nothing wrong. Totsuka simply wanted to make conversation with you.
[He keeps an eye on his brother's reactions, unsure of what he might do next.]
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I have to...I have...
[ He starts to grab hold of his hair with his hands, trying to calm himself down by tugging on it, hard. ]
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He hums their song, seeing Totsuka whisper something to Fujishima, whose concern was easily noticed now.]
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I have to be good...I have to be good. I can't...
[ He whispers in between shaky breaths repeatedly. This was bad, his brother was going through enough, he can't be like this now. He had to be strong and be a good dog. ]
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Bro you are the worst to Fuji
He needs to find amusement somewhere
So Eric's friend thats crushing on himis his amusement >> Good job
it's only amusing because he knows fuji won't confess soon
That's even worse bro :/ If he confessed faster would there be less amusment and more dislike?
it depends. Izumo's not sure yet.
If Izumo approves or not would be interesting XD
Fuji needs to work on getting his approval
Ouch not even approved yet
at least Izumo won't glare at him every time he sees him?
Achievement Unlocked! Next step in 15000 more Izumo points XD
So much Izumo points
He has high standards
For Eric? Of course
Such a protective bro~
Of course!
If someone hurt Eric though oh boy
Prepare for a very pissed off older brother
tremble in fear
hide in fear
Izumo gonna get you~
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