Chapter: 5

    "Cheeky? Cheeky? Cheeky? Cheeky!" Noodle cheered once she found you down the hall, with your bag over your shoulder. "Kawai ko-chan ga hitsuyōna mono wa?" ("Something you need cutie?") You asked, looking down at the girl who had a smile on her face.

    "Ensō suru?" ("Play?") She asked as she held up a game cartridge that said "Super Meat Boy". "Tashika ni kawai kocha n, sendō shite kudasai." ("Sure cutie, lead the way.") With your words of agreement, Noodle took your hand and led you back down the hall and up an extra flight of stairs to an all-white door with a few stickers any child could get their hands on.

    Taped to the door was a piece of paper that said "Noodle's Room!" In adorable yet messy handwriting. It gave you a sense of nostalgia at the sight of it. Once you entered her room, you were taken aback at the sight of the room with all the pink lanterns that hung on the ceiling, posters taped and pinned to the walls, plushies, and toys decorating every corner, including clothes.

    Definitely reminded you of your room when you were twelve. "Awww, this is awesome!" You said in astonishment.

     "Arigato, Cheeky!" Noodle beamed leading you to where her bed was, to your surprise, you saw 2D sitting down on the floor, fidgeting around with a game controller for a game, he was losing at.

    Once his game character was put out of its misery, he let out a small "Aw.." Of disappointment. 2D looked up to see Noodle giggling and making her way to her TV to change the game whilst you only had a smile on your face. "Hey D, having fun?" You asked sitting next to him after setting your bag on Noodle's bed.

    "I was before I died an' all. Yew playin' with us?" He asked. "Mhm, except me to be on top if we play one on one." You grinned, snapping 2D a cheesy pair of finger guns. 2D's eyes went wide as there was a red flush to his cheeks.

    Once your words replayed in your head, you became frantic. "N-N-Not like that! I mean like the high score charts, you know? Not like that D!" You whined, frantically waving your hands.

    "I-I got that!" He replied in the same bashful tone. The two of you sat together in short silence before Noodle approached you both with two controllers in hand. "Ready now!" She beamed. "Great, let's get started." You smiled, taking the spare controller.

     Once the characters were picked, and the game started, you and Noodle were laughing fits. 2D kept fumbling and dying during all the puzzles and most of the combat. "D-Don't laugh at me, okay?!" He whined. "No, no, I'm not laughing at you, I'm laughing at- Noodle." You blurted, just for the little girl to nudge you with a giggle.

    Just as you were about to finally help 2D, instead of teasing him, a gentle knock was at Noodle's door, then Russel poked his head in. "Hey y'all, I set up a movie downstairs with some snacks, if you guys wanna join?" Russel told. "Oh, a movie would be great!" You cheered. "Yeah, is it a zombie film?" 2D asked as he got up from where he sat, Noodle following after.

    "Nah, couldn't find one. But this one is good enough." Russel told him. 2D nodded as Noodle grabbed herself a small blanket from her bed, wrapping it around herself like a cape. "Eiga no jikan!" ("Movie time!") She cheered, standing beside Russel who smiled down at her and took her downstairs.

    "Uh, Y/n, you joining?" 2D asked. "Totally, but, could you help me up? Kinda stuck." You chuckled, holding your hand out to him. 2D nodded with a smile and took your hand, with a tight grip and a forceful tug, you were off the ground and in 2D's chest.

    "Strong arms you got there." You laughed nervously, pulling away with a smile. "T-Thank you, and sorry about that, I didn't m-mean to-" "D, I know you didn't. Innocent little mistake, let's go and watch a movie, yeah?" You said, bringing along 2D, hand in hand. "Yeah, let's watch a movie."

    2D's cheeks flushed red from the little contact he made with. Just holding your hand for this long was enough to set his mind flying. Yet, you reacted normally. Once you both reached the living room, your hand became a ghost in 2D's grasp as you made your way to the couch. "What are we watching?" You asked, moving the couch pillow into your lap.

    "A movie called, CUBE. Heard of it?" Russel asked. "I'm aware it's a horror movie, which is right up my alley." You grinned. "Horror is your favorite eh?" 2D asked, sitting next to you. "I like all genres, especially horror. Mainly for the anticipating scare." You said, holding up your hands and twirling your fingers in a spider crawlway. "RAH!!" A green man that hid behind the couch yelled.

    The four of you all jumped and yelled from Murdoc's prank, who just laughed. "Oh, what's the matter love? Thought you love the anticipating scare." He laughed. "Oh haha, duche, got anything better to do?" You asked. "No, so I'm stuck with you lot, what's on?" Murdoc hopped over the couch and sat on the free side of you, his arms hanging over the couch.

    "The Cube," Russel answered. "Sounds like-" "Sshhh! Hajimarimasu!" ("Sshhh! It's starting!") Noodle demanded, silencing everyone who dared to speak. Fifteen minutes into the movie, it was safe to say, you all were pretty invested. Along with a few side comments made from you all.

Murdoc let out a grumble and dug into his pocket to pull out an all gray flask. "That bored huh?" You whispered to him as he took a quick swing.

"Always am love, you?" He asked, handing you the flask. "I told you, hardcore isn't me." You said, waving away the can. "Gonna find yourself one day cheeky. Oi dents, take a swig, you need it." Murdoc said, handing the flask to 2D, who was more than happy to take a sip.

The movie was rattling him, so the alcohol would calm his nerves. After taking a few sips, 2D passed the flask to you, leaving the can of temptation in your hands.

"Your turn." He said, almost like a child finally letting you play. You stared down at the flask, feeling the weight of the alcohol that swam in it. Was enough to get you in the right headspace.

"You don't have to, Cheeky. No pre-" Murdoc's words were no more once the rim of the flask were at your lips, and whatever drink flowing down your throat. 2D and Murdoc were both taken aback by your sudden rebellious action. "Never took you as a Vodka guy, Niccals." You grinned, handing him the flask, still feeling the satisfying burn.

Murdoc cracked a smirk. "Fruity drinks my arse, you're an open book." He said, taking another swig from his flask, before handing it back to you. "And you're a broken bottle."

The night went smoothly, with the movie still playing and everyone slipping into their own state of unconscious. First Noodle, followed by Russel, then shortly 2D, leaving you and Murdoc as the last two standing.

There you were, in between the singer and the bassist. Your shoes off and smuggled under the couch, with your legs laying over 2D's thighs, and leaning against Murdoc's shoulder.

The two of you watched whatever blurry imagine pasted on the screen. The alcohol kicked in strong, that being obvious from the shitfaced look you had. "Ugh, do they always have to make out during horror movies? You know they're the firsts to die." You cringed at the disgusting cliche that played in nearly every horror film.

"What? Jealous that isn't us?" Murdoc grinned, bringing you to giggle in your hazed state. "Eh, I feel like I'd have to teach you somethings, old man." You snickered, poking his chest before letting it fall onto his thigh. "Aye, this "old" man, can sure teach you a few things." He said, turning to look at you.

Seeing the lazy smile you had drawn on your face, that was illuminated in the light of the TV. The lights dance over you, brightening and darkening every second. "Like what?" You asked, watching Murdoc's face inch closer and closer. So much tension was written on his face, adding the charm to his appearance. "A lot of things cheeky, a lot." He deadpanned.

"Teach me."

What seemed like years, decades, up to an eternity, Murdoc's lips pushed against yours. Such a soft and gentle action, yet it packed so much drive and burn. Mainly from the alcohol still coating your lips. A kiss so sweet and soft, sent you away.

Away to sleep.