章 37: Texts
Uh, why is it evening already? Did I fell alseep? That's weird, I usually never nap for this long. A sugar crash? Maybe, haha.
...
Yeah right!
Yuu put something in those chocolates, didn't he! That little snake!
But, what? Also, I don't really remember what happened? I just vaguely remember feeling relaxed and carefree?
I don't feel like anything bad happened... Maybe he was just testing something on me?
That's still really bad!
This drug made me forget what happened in the time span it was active, gave me a fluffy feeling, and tired me out. What else? Was there any other affect? Shit! I don't know! Because I don't fucking remember!
...
Dear God, why do I have to experience abuse yesterday and drugs today?
What's up with that load of bullshit!?
Fuck!
...
Things are getting dangerous. I realized that when Ryuu hurt me, but why is everything suddenly exploding now!? It's like Ryuu's action was the turning point!?
At this rate, how long do I have left until someone gets unbearably possessive? How long until I end up fulfilling someone's ending?
Just how high are Yuu's and Ryuu's affection meters!? How fast are they filling up!? And why!?
Dammit! Can I just run away?
No, at this point, they'd find me no matter where I went.
"I won't let you leave me."
"How can I make you like me more?"
Yeah, definitely pass the point of escape.
...
Damn this dumbass motherfucking shit!!!
Hah...
I never thought to reform Yuu. Is that even a possibility within this realm? His... obsession isn't like the others. There's no real, deep rooted problem to his psychotic mentally unlike the other two. He's actually simple and straight to the point.
He likes cute things.
He also likes eliciting reactions from them to fawn over.
That's it.
At least, from what I know?
Maybe there's more to it that wasn't mentioned? Or maybe more was revealed about Yuu in the secret route? Possibly, though unlikely.
...I don't wanna get near him thoughhhhh. He makes me the most uncomfortable! He's also the type I can't handle the most!
*Beep*
What is it now?
I reluctantly grabbed the device and flipped it over to see the screen.
Oh, I got messages from 3 people.
Lovely. Just what I needed right now.
AkiRawr: Yo, just checking up on ya~ U doing ok?
Ice King: How is your health? I need to know if you can make it tomorrow.
Y: Thnx for today~ I had a lot of fun! ^v^
Ah, who to start with.
I sighed out loudly as I started typing a reply.
You: I'm fine, but I think I need to refrain from anything physically requiring my shoulders.
I sent Tatsuya a message first since I expected it to be a quick exchange.
Just as I was going to tap the back button, ellipses appeared, signaling Tatsuya was currently typing.
Woah, so fast. Is he not busy right now?
Ice King: I see. You can still write, correct?
You: I can.
Ice King: Good. We'll continue tomorrow. My pace was much slower when you were absent.
I blinked.
Oh. Wasn't that last sentence implying he needed me? Also, isn't that unnecessary for him to type? So, why did he?
You: Ok. I'll try my best tomorrow.
Ice King: Yes, I expect you to makeup for missing yesterday. We'll be doubling the pace tomorrow. Be prepared.
I felt my eye twitch.
What was I expecting? This is the Ice King who only has his eyes on business.
Ice King: Go to bed early today, so that you are rested for tomorrow. Goodnight.
You: Yes, sir. Goodnight to you as well.
I sighed before switching to Yuu. Might as well get him out of the way.
Hm, should I mention the memory loss? I wonder if he's expecting me to... He has to know I would realize something was wrong, so he must have some excuse prepared.
You: Hey, I can't seem to remember much after lunch? It's weird.
Y: Oh! That's because the chocolates had some narcotics laced in. (^^;)>
My jaw dropped instantly.
...What?!
H-He just straight out admitted it? Just like that? Not even a try at an excuse?
But, narcotics? Huh? Isn't that like painkillers or sleeping pills? Why can't I remember anything then?
Y: I found out I accidentally put some in after I came back. See, the powders in our house are stored together, and I mistook some things, haha~
You: Wait, why do you have narcotic powder? And that doesn't explain why I can't remember anything??
Y: You take sleep medication if you can't sleep, right? That's all it is. My parents have it to help them.
Y: Also, you passed out. You ate most of the chocolates, after all! How could you remember anything if you were unconscious, silly~ XD
Huh? Was that it? Really? I do remember eating a lot, and if it was sleeping powder, then the symptoms do make sense, I think...
I can't know for sure, but there's nothing I can do to check. It already happened, and I don't think I'm harmed anymore than I already was. I'll just go with his story and be careful of food from Yuu from now on.
Y: After you fell asleep, I put you to bed and left. I didn't want to disturb since you need to recover~ u.u
You: Oh, ok
Y: Don't worry! Next time I'll be extra careful! I promise!
He plans to make more? After drugging me!?
You: You better. If this happens again, I won't eat your baking anymore.
Y: It won't! I swear! ;~;
You: Ok
Y: Hehe!
You: I'm gonna go now.
Y: Aww~ Ok.
Y: Sweet dreams, Haru!
You: u2
Hah. Well, at least it wasn't aphrodisiacs or something like that.
Finally, Mr. BFF has been waiting.
You: I'm ok. My bruises turned purple-ish already. The edges are evening turning yellow.
Maybe I should bring up the camera, I wonder what his reaction will be.
That also reminds me that I'll need to check around the house for anymore hiding around.
As I contemplated, Akira responded.
AkiRawr: Wow. Its only been one day! U heal pretty fast! 0.0
You: I guess so <( '-' )>
AkiRawr: lol
You: Hey-
I stared at the screen as my thumbs hovered over the keyboard.
It... wouldn't hurt to ask, right? The worse thing he could do is act oblivious, I think...
AkiRawr: Hewwo??? I see that typing bubble. Smthing up?
I bit my lip as I finished typing.
You: Hey, I found something interesting.
AkiRawr: ?
I typed the message. As I read it over, I wondered if this was the right move.
AkiRawr: Uh, was it smthing weird?
I squeezed my eyes shut and pressed the send button.
You: Something caught my eye in my trashcan, so I decided to take a closer look. Do you know what it was?
I saw the typing bubble pop up and away constantly for a few seconds.
It only made me more anxious as I waited.
AkiRawr: So you saw it
After a minute of typing, and that's all I get? I scrunched my eyebrows.
You: Just so we're on the same page, say what it is.
AkiRawr: A camera
I swallowed hard.
You: So it was you who found it.
AkiRawr: I did. I found it after you left and before your grandma came in.
You: Why didn't you tell me?
Again, the ellipses made a prolonged appearance. My nerves grew shakier with each passing second.
AkiRawr: I didn't want to scare you even more. I already saw how destressed you were, and I didn't want to make it worse. I thought you wouldn't be able to take it.
My eyes widened when I read his message.
AkiRawr: I was going to tell you later when you were less fragile.
AkiRawr: I didn't want you to cry again.
My heart clenched.
You: Really?
AkiRawr: Yes
AkiRawr: I just want the best for you, my best friend.
AkiRawr: This is serious, so I wanted your head to be clear before I told you.
I laughed in shame as I looked at the sincere words.
AkiRawr: I wanted to tell you this in person, but since you already know about the camera...
AkiRawr: Haru, I'm here for you.
AkiRawr: I'll make sure whoever's stalking you doesn't get near you.
AkiRawr: I'll protect you. I swear.
The words started to blur as tears welled in my eyes.
You: Thank you, Akira.
AkiRawr: ^-^
AkiRawr: U ok?
You: I'm fine. Just...
You: Worried
AkiRawr: Understandable
AkiRawr: If anything ever happens, don't be afraid to call me. It doesn't matter what time or what I'm doing, I'll pick up. Ok?
I smiled pitifully.
You: Ok. Thanks again.
AkiRawr: You don't need to thank me. Just be careful and feel better, ok?
You: kk
AkiRawr: Good! Now get a good night's sleep! c=
You: I will. Goodnight, Akira.
AkiRawr: Sweet dreams, Haru.
I smiled a little before scrolling up to read the messages again.
Akira's observation skills do have their upsides, huh?
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