Forbidden Feelings
STORY NOTE; A quiet evening at Yuji's apartment after a long day of training.
SIDE NOTE; he's above age! He's 20!
The sun had dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow through the window of Yuji's small apartment. The air was thick with the scent of instant ramen, a staple in his diet, and the faint sound of laughter echoed from the living room where you sat, flipping through a magazine.
You were his brother's best friend, and over the years, you had become a constant presence in Yuji's life. Your playful banter and easy laughter made the long days of training and fighting curses a little more bearable. But tonight, there was an unspoken tension hanging in the air, something that had been building between you two for a while now.
Yuji walked into the room, his hair slightly damp from a recent shower, wearing a simple t-shirt and sweatpants. He looked effortlessly handsome, and your heart raced at the sight of him. You tried to focus on the magazine, but your mind kept drifting to thoughts of himโhis smile, his kindness, and the way he always seemed to know how to make you laugh.
โHey, you want some ramen?โ he asked, his voice warm and inviting.
โSure, I could eat,โ you replied, trying to keep your tone casual.
As he prepared the food, you couldnโt help but steal glances at him. The way he moved, the way he concentrated on the task at hand, made your heart flutter. But there was also a pang of anxiety in your chest. You knew that your feelings for him were more than just friendship, and the thought of crossing that line terrified you.
โHere you go!โ Yuji said, placing a steaming bowl in front of you. He sat down across from you, his eyes sparkling with mischief. โSo, whatโs the latest gossip in the world of fashion?โ
You laughed, grateful for the distraction. โOh, you know, just the usual. Apparently, oversized jackets are making a comeback.โ
โReally? I should get one then. I could pull it off, right?โ He grinned, and you felt your cheeks heat up.
โDefinitely,โ you replied, your voice barely above a whisper.
As you both ate, the conversation flowed easily, but the tension lingered. You could feel it in the way he looked at you, the way his fingers brushed against yours as he reached for his drink. It was electric, and it made your heart race.
After dinner, you both moved to the couch, the remnants of your meal forgotten. You sat close, your shoulders touching, and the warmth radiating from him made it hard to think straight.
โCan I ask you something?โ Yuji said suddenly, his tone serious.
โOf course,โ you replied, your heart pounding.
โDo you ever think aboutโฆ us?โ He looked at you, his eyes searching yours for an answer.
Your breath caught in your throat. โUs?โ
โYeah, likeโฆ what if we werenโt just friends?โ His voice was low, almost hesitant.
You felt a rush of emotionsโhope, fear, desire. โIโve thought about it,โ you admitted, your voice trembling. โButโฆ what if it ruins everything?โ
Yuji leaned closer, his gaze intense. โI donโt want to lose you, but I canโt ignore how I feel anymore. I like you. A lot.โ
Your heart soared at his confession, but the weight of reality crashed down on you. โWhat about my brother?โ you asked, your voice barely above a whisper.
โHe doesnโt have to know,โ Yuji said, his eyes pleading. โI just want to be with you.โ
In that moment, the world outside faded away. You could feel the heat radiating between you, the unspoken desire that had been building for so long. You leaned in, your lips brushing against his, and the kiss ignited a fire within you. It was soft at first, a gentle exploration, but soon turned passionate as you both surrendered to the moment.
As you pulled away, breathless, you could see the uncertainty in his eyes. โAre you sure about this?โ he asked, his voice thick with emotion.
โI am,โ you replied, your heart racing. โBut we have to be careful.โ
Yuji nodded, a smile breaking through the tension. โI can do careful. I just want to be with you.โ
The rest of the night was a blur of laughter, kisses, and whispered confessions. You felt alive in a way you never had before, but the nagging thought of your brother lingered in the back of your mind.
As you lay together on the couch, wrapped in each otherโs arms, you knew that this was just the beginning. The road ahead would be complicated, filled with challenges and secrets, but for now, you were content to be with Yuji, your brotherโs best friend, and the boy who had stolen your heart.
