Mirio

"So..that happened." I began nervously, crossing my arms as I playfully nudge Tamaki's shoulder.

He looked to the ground, his eyes in deep thought, it must of taken a lot out of him to do something like this.

"Mm..yeah." He answered, covering his face in his hair.

"Look," I sighed and ran a hand into my hair. "I really don't want to ruin anything between us, you know?"

"I..was hoping it wouldn't." He says back, glancing up at me.

"You're- my world. You've- We've always been there for each other. As friends! And now," I shook my head and looked at him again.

It was harder to remain eye contact, and it ended just as fast.

"I..didn't want to hurt you." He mumbled back, his eyes getting teary. "You don't know how long..I've had this crush on you. I tried to tell you! I- I really did! But, nothing went through your head.."

Tamaki placed his hands in his lap. I watched and gave a slight smile, doing the same with my own.

He noticed and looked at me, we both gave off a small laugh before getting quiet.

"I- never knew. It's my fault." I sighed, pinching the brink of my nose in frustration. "I'm so dumb-"

"You're not dumb."

"So..you always wanted to be more than friends with me?"

"I thought..it was obvious-"

"Am I the only one who didn't pick up on this message?!" I blurt, groaning as my quirk made me sink into the couch.

I'm so ashamed. It was something so simple toooo..

Tamaki laughed and scooted closer, we were now inches away from each other. "Mirio, you're sinking-"

"Ah! Sorry-" I exclaimed, jumping back up. I let my body adjust before getting back to normal. "What the heck is going on today.."

"Is..this not the first time?" He asked, frowning slightly. "Is everything okay?"

"I- don't know! My emotions have been..all over the place. I think.." I sat down next to him and looked away. "I'm tired..and I can't focus."

I can tell he felt bad, really bad. He placed a hand on my shoulder before taking a shaky deep breath. "Me neither."

Tamaki looked unsure. "What happens now?"

"I want.." I smiled and looked at him.

Is this what I've wanted this whole time?

I grabbed his hands and held them in my own.

I'll protect you with my life, Tama.

That's what I've told myself and it's a promise I'm going to keep.

You're insecurities, and your faults, I'll make sure you never get unhappy ever again.

"I think..I love you, Tamaki Amajiki. It took me a while to figure it out but," I lifted his hands up and nudged them against my cheek. My eyes softened, the only thing I wanted was right in front of me.

"Will you be my boyfriend?" I asked.

He blushed brightly, his ears turning pink before opening his mouth.

"It..doesn't need to be offical yet. But..I just can't pass up this opportunity. If you need more time, I'll give it to you. I'll give you all the time in the world." I state.

"With the way I've been feeling..I've already made up my mind."

"Yeah?"

"Mirio, I'd love to.."

"Are you sure?"

"I am..I trust you."

"Then, let's make it offical.."

"Offical?" He asked.

I placed a hand on his cheek, and by the time I leaned in, he knew what I meant.

He tilted his head up and kissed me with the same passion. I closed my eyes and enjoyed the sweet moment. He moved into my lap and deepened it, a move that gave me the shock factor. I could feel his hesitantance, but I knew there was some in me too. We both were unexperienced, and it felt okay.

The kiss lasted for a few moments before I pulled away.

I panted and laughed slightly, face flushed and eyes brightening. "You're incredible.."

"You are too.."

I just couldn't pent up my excitement anymore.

"Oh god yes!!!" I yelled out, grabbing Tamaki by the waist and burying my face into his chest.

He flushed more and gave into the affection. "M-Mirio! Calm down!"

"Nooooo!"

"Pleaseee??"

"Mmmggghh I love you so much!!!" I beamed, sliding my hands to his face. I cupped his face in my hands, making it look squished and innocent. "Mgm.."

"See? I can hold the world in my hands!" I gasped, giving gentle kisses on his face.

He sat there and giggled, shutting his eyes as he laughed and squirmed around. "S-Stappp! Mirio!"

"You smell like roses..I always wanted to tell you that-" I mumbled, kissing the top of his head. "It's okay, take a deep breath.."

I watched his chest rise and fall as he followed my instructions. I pulled away and watched, smiling softly as he calmed down.

"Look. If this is going to happen, I want to ask you something. I won't get mad at you either way." I say to him.

"What..is it?"

"How do you feel about making this offical? In school? I know public settings make you nervous..but if you are up for it-"

"I..I'm sorry-" He shuddered and shook his head. "I'd..no- no please don't make me.."

"W..What, no! I would never make you!" I say back, pulling him into a hug. "I'll respect that. Your feelings matter just as mine do. It'll be our little secret, I promise."

"Okay.." Tamaki buried his head in my shoulder. "Thank you.."

"You know what we should do?" I commented, a grin on my face.

"..What?"

"Watch the movie, and actually watch it-"

"Hey! You weren't either!" He pouted, earning a laugh from me.

"I know, I know!" I scoffed, chuckling.

"Well.." He thought for a moment before laying his head on my shoulder. I blushed and wrapped an arm around his body.

"Comfy?" I asked.

"Mhm.."

My other hand grabbed the controller and unpaused the movie.

I knew we both weren't watching. I would catch small glances from Tamaki and I've even noticed myself doing the same.

At the end of the movie, Tamaki yawned softly and placed his hands on my arm, using my shoulder as a pillow.

"Night.." He says softly, his face buried in my arm.

"God..I love you." I murmured, placing a kiss on his head. "Goodnight Tama."

A small smile formed on his face and I knew he heard me.

This..almost felt too easy. Some part of me was screaming,'It can't be this easy.' There was so much we needed to talk about. I almost doubted that I'll be able to contain my excitement at school, my heart was ready to pound out of my chest and it was getting so hard to breathe.

I glanced at Tama, and sighed.

How does he..expect me to be myself..

And to be his boyfriend..

When I can't even tell anyone?

My grip tightened slightly and all I could think about was those guys at the ice cream place. If they knew who they were messing with, I'd probably get them to apologize and give me the satisfaction of proving them wrong.

But I can't.

It has to wait.

Tama told me to lay low, I have to stand by that.