Title: Out of the blue - The Date (One-Shot)

Author: Andy-chan (antimiya88)

Pairing: Sakuraiba

Genre: AU, Romance, Fluff

Rating: PG

Summary: Aiba Masaki, employee at the café of a multinational company, finds the courage and asks Yamamoto Hiroshi, the new staff manager of the company, who's occypying his mind months now, on a date, defying their social difference. To his surprise, the other accepted but when the actual date came he never showed up causing Masaki to receive mocking comments. He was ready to leave when a mysterious and attractive young man made his appearance in front of him and out of the blue pretended to be his late date. Would that date be a total failure or an ultimate success? - Now it's the time for their first date! ;D

Disclaimer: I don't own Sakuraiba, they own me! :P

A.N. As many of you requested, here's the sequel of Out of the Blue!!!  ^_^

Nino was absorbed with his new game, playing it for more than three hours already, when he hear a shy knock on the door of his bedroom.

“It’s opeeen!” he replied without turning his eyes off the television screen. “Die… you id- diiiie!” he sighed deeply when he saw the phrase ‘Game Over’ on screen. “Damn!” he threw his console carelessly on the floor and turned his attention to his friend who was standing a few steps away rather awkwardly.

He smiled sheepishly. “Sorry for that...”

Masaki shook his head fast. “No! It’s ok!” he cleared his throat. “So? What do you think?”

Nino looked at his friend closely. “I’ll be honest… you know how sharp my tongue is…”

Masaki shook affirmatively his head. “Unfortunately, I do”

Nino clicked his tongue but said nothing to oppose. “I’ll put it in one word… Killer… You look great Aiba-chan! So great, that even if you’re not my type I wouldn’t have a problem to flirt with you if I saw you outside… and you know how picky I am!”

Masaki’s face glowed with happiness before hugging tightly Nino. “Oh! Ninoooo thank you! You can’t imagine how nervous I am…”

“I actually can… I live with you, remember? Now go, otherwise you’ll get anxious about being late and your prince might get disappointed…”

Masaki adjusted his hair in front of the small mirror, placed close to the door. “I guess I’m ready now…” he mumbled to himself after checking the last details on him. “And stop calling him a prince!” he snapped at Nino.

“But he is! He saved your ass in such a heroic way when Yamamoto stood you up and besides you haven’t even told me his name… I have to call him somehow”

“I haven’t told you because nothing’s certain yet…” Masaki mumbled pouting.

Nino chuckled and pushed his friend out of the apartment. “I’ll be expecting details! Especially the juicy ones!” he winked at his friend and closed the door behind him. “And I thought love at first sight doesn’t exist…”

***

“Excuse me! Excuse me!” Masaki was climbing fast up the stairs at Shibuya station. His watch was showing 11:17. Damn it! I’ll be so late! Once outside he realized he had chosen the wrong exit. “OH NO! Now I will certainly be late! DAMN!” Once again he climbed down the stairs. Why did I turn right when I was supposed to turn left? Stupid Masaki… Stupid, stupid Masaki… Finally, his eyes met with Hachiko’s statue. Where is he? He tried to distinguish his date among the people waiting there but he couldn’t. He left?! He looked at his watch. 11:22…Of course he’d left…

Disappointed with himself he sat behind the statue with his head down. He felt someone sitting next to him but paid no attention. His mind was travelling to Sakurai Sho and his missed chance.

“Don’t frown… it doesn’t suit you… Sunshine!” someone whispered straight in his ear. Masaki frowned even more and turned his head towards the source just to be left dumbfounded. It was Sakurai Sho himself… in flesh and bones.

He smiled widely. “Sakurai-san! I… I thought you had left… I’m sorry for being late… I really didn’t mean to… the bus came a bit late… I…”

“I actually heard you how you cursed when you got out there…” he pointed at the other exit of the metro.

Masaki felt his face warming up. “You… heard me…?!”

Sho muffled a laugh. “It’s only one road apart and it happened to be red light for the cars and well… your tone wasn’t very sotto voce… many people did take notice…”

 Masaki pouted, lowering his gaze. “That’s embarrassing…”

Sho pecked softly Masaki’s cheek which immediately turned into a shade of red. “You’re making a mistake here… That wasn’t embarrassing… that was adorable! Mostly… because it meant someone was this anxious to be on time to meet up… with someone else!”

Masaki only blinked several times, still looking at his lap, unable to speak a single word, until he saw opened can of green ice tea being placed in front of him.

“I bet your throat is a bit dry… It’s quite hot today…” Sho said while looking in front of him.

Masaki took it in his hands and drank a bit, mostly because his mind couldn’t think of anything… and it was only the beginning of the date. “I… I don’t think the temperature is that high… last night it even rained…” he managed to say in an almost trembling voice.

Sho looked around. “You think so?” Masaki nodded a bit and drank some more tea. The other shrugged. “Perhaps it’s me…”

Masaki turned his head to him, confused. But he doesn’t look ill.

Sho was staring back straight at his eyes. “Though I can’t help it… I have such an attractive man in front of me… It’s only natural…” he said and flashed his widest grin, revealing his slightly squirrel-like teeth.

Masaki’s eyes bulged when he realized what Sho’s words actually meant and turned his head the other way to hide his blush. Sho, on the other hand, chose to ignore his reaction and stood up. “So… shall we go? I have made a reservation. It’s a nice, French-style restaurant… I believe you’ll like it…”

Masaki stood up as well and cursed himself mentally for feeling this nervous but he couldn’t help it. The other, once again, was keeping surprising him, like that night at the bar. It wasn’t just what he said or did… it was mostly the way Sho was looking and smiling at him; genuinely; lovingly… Sakurai Sho was what Nino had called him, a prince.

“Of course…” Masaki whispered, smiling shyly. My heart won’t make it till the end… I’m sure…

Sho didn’t lose any more time; he took Masaki’s hand in his and intertwined their fingers together as he started walking in slow pace down the road. There were people who would look disapprovingly at them but Sho didn’t seem to care. His steps were full of confidence and Masaki let himself enjoy the walk till the restaurant, feeling millions of butterflies as Sho’s hand continued to hold tightly his.

Masaki kept throwing small glances at the man walking next to him. There was something about him. Even dressed in such casual clothes, like a simple pair of jeans, a white t-shirt under a plaid shirt in deep red and blue tones, as he was, his aura was strong. He didn’t know him more than that night and a couple of messages they had exchanged during the week but somehow Masaki felt safe… as if their hands were made for each other…

“Here we are!” Sho said suddenly. Masaki looked across the road. They had walked for quite a long time and now they were in front of a small restaurant, located in a western style building at a smaller road. Behind the windows, there were small clay pots with flowers. The inside was based on wood and stone, creating a relaxing atmosphere. On the walls there were a few paintings of Paris along with old postcards. At one corner, Masaki saw a gramophone. The offers and dishes of the day were written with white chalk on a small blackboard placed on top of a small table placed next to the entrance. Beautiful…

“Good morning. I’ve made a reservation. Name, Sakurai Sho”

The waiter, who was also dressed in European style, smiled gently and led them to a small table for two at the upper level from where they could have a perfect view of the park outside. They were served cold water and given the menus in order to make their choices.

Once they were left alone, Sho looked at Masaki. “Do you like it?”

Masaki could trace pieces of nervousness in the other’s voice and smiled. So I’m not the only one… “I love it! I could have never guessed that such a place existed in the heart of Tokyo… It makes you think that you are indeed in the ‘Immortal City’!” he said smiling more openly now.

Sho leaned a bit forward. “I’m glad you like it… but you’ve made a small mistake there… The ‘Immortal City’ is Rome… Paris is the ‘City of Light and Love’…” Masaki felt his face turning red. “I don’t make my choices without a reason…” Sho continued on the same sweet tone and winked at him playfully.

Masaki reached for the glass of water, feeling his heart throbbing against his ribs.

“Why are you this nervous?”

“I’m sorry Sakurai-san it’s just tha-”

“It’s Sho…” Sho cut him off.

“Sh- Sho…” Masaki managed to repeat with difficulty “…it’s just that I… you… keep surprising me…”

Sho chuckled as he took Masaki’s hand in his. “I hope in a good way...” Masaki could only nod, feeling even hotter than before. “You know… you surprised me yourself first…”

“What do you mean?”

Sho leaned back at his seat and looked outside of the window. “You managed to capture me from the first second I casted my eyes on you… it was the excitement I could see in your eyes… the hope… that gradually turned to disbelief and finally into sadness… My heart clenched and… before I knew it I was standing behind you… the rest… you know it…” he shrugged but continued. “Usually I’m not the kind of person who will behave this brave towards a total stranger but you already had me won…”

Masaki distinguished a soft pink shade on Sho’s cheeks that made him look like a little kid. He’s the same nervous and shy as me…

“Sho…” Masaki whispered as he placed his hand on top of Sho’s. “I… it’s the first time in my life this nervous… and it’s because of you… When I received your good night messages I could close my eyes and fall to sleep with a smile on my face… Tell me, doesn’t that sound crazy?”

“No… Only that you are crazy for me…” Sho said partially embarrassingly and partially playfully.

“When you are not?!” Masaki snapped at him pouting.

“Oh… more than you imagine…” Sho whispered in a lower tone and pinched lightly Masaki’s cheek. “But right now I’m also hungry! Let me order!” he turned towards the waiter. “Excuse me…”

Sho just mumbled ‘cute’ before he made a nod to the waiter. “We will have the Brunch menu number three and a piece of today’s dessert…?”

“It’s millefeuille, Sir”

Sho grinned as he gave him the menus back. “That’s great”

Masaki also smiled at him, not knowing what else to do.

After a couple of minutes, they were served Omelet, croissants, two kinds of sweet bread, baguette with butter, honey and marmalade, and fruits, coffee and orange juice. Masaki was left with his mouth open.

Sho rubbed his nape, smiling sheepishly. “Well… I do have a big appetite!”

Masaki burst into laughs. “And who told you that I don’t?” Immediately he grabbed a piece of the viennois bread and ate it. “Delicious!” he exclaimed happily. “You should try it Sho-chan! It’s… ah…” he covered his mouth when he realized what he had just said.

Sho gently took it off. “I loved it! It’s only that from now on I will demand you call me ‘Sho-chan’ all the time…” he winked at him and started eating as well.

Two hours had passed and finally Masaki felt himself again. He had revealed to Sho how his dream was to work with animals and how much he loved nature. He had entered the mode where he would speak and speak for hours enthusiastically but Sho didn’t seem to mind. He would always look at him straight in the eyes, his lips forming a hint of smile.

Once again Sho paid for both of them.

“Why did you do that?” Masaki asked once they were outside.

“Because I was the one who asked you out and I was the one who chose that restaurant… Next time you choose!”

Masaki stopped walking abruptly. “You mean there will be another time?”

Sho shrugged. “Unless if you don’t want to…”

“NO! Ah… I… mean I would love to but…”

Sho raised an eyebrow and came closer. “But?”

Masaki looked away, biting his lower lip embarrassed. “I thought I was your worst date ever…”

“Well… certainly you were nervous… and then you just couldn’t stop talking… but it was these small things that made you the cutest date ever!” Sho made a few steps forwards and stretched his hand towards Masaki. “I want to walk you home… if you don’t mind of course…”

Masaki grinned and fast gave his hand to Sho. “I don’t mind at all… Sho-chan…”
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“So… When do you have your break tomorrow? Perhaps I could pass by and eat together…” Sho asked, both at the corner of the street of Masaki’s apartment.

“At 3:30 pm. It’s a café so our schedule is a bit different…”

Sho smiled. “It’s ok for me! So it’s fixed!”

“Great!” there was a small pause. “Then… I’ll see you tomorrow!” Masaki reluctantly turned to leave when Sho all of a sudden grabbed his arm.

“Where do you think you’re going?” Sho’s tone was mischievous.

“Home?!” Masaki shrugged although he was guessing what would happen and his tone tried to copy Sho’s.

Sho shook his head. “Oh… I don’t think so… this is not how someone is supposed to leave his boyfriend after their date…” he said in a lower voice than before and gripped Masaki’s chin, making sure to bring him closer so that their mouths were only a few centimeters apart and locked their lips together. Masaki wanted to return the kiss but no matter how hard he tried, he ended up being frozen.

Sho broke the kiss but held their foreheads joined. “Tell me… Why were you throwing glances at me all the time as we were walking to the restaurant?” he asked huskily. “Was there something wrong with me?”

Masaki avoided the other’s intense gaze on him. “N- no… I was just… You... I f- found you very… handsome…”

“I wanted to hear that…” Sho whispered and kissed Masaki again. This time Masaki didn’t freeze. On the contrary, his hands found their way up to Sho’s nape, bringing him closer. Now he was sure; he was in love.

***

“I can’t wait to meet his royal highness…” Nino whispered teasingly to Masaki.

“Stop it Nino!”

“Excuse me…” it was Yamamoto. “The usual please…” his tone obviously derogatory.

Masaki though couldn’t care less. Don’t think so high of yourself… He poured the coffee at the mug and carefully gave it to him. “Your order, Sir. Please pay for it to my colleague, there’s another customer behind you...” he said as politely as possible.

“A coffee please…black…”

Masaki was ready to pass the order when he realized who the owner of this voice was. He looked up and a smiling, all dressed-up in suit, Sakurai Sho was standing in front of him. “Sho-chan!” he said louder than appropriate but it slipped before he could stop himself. “I thought you wouldn’t be here till three!”

“I finished earlier and thought to come and wait for you while enjoying my coffee…” Sho said in a flirting tone.

Masaki was blushing. “I like the way you’re thinking…” he replied in the same tone, already feeling much more confident in front of Sho than before, even if it was in front of everyone. Of course, in that direction also helped the tens of messages they exchanged for more than three hours after they were apart. At the moment, he was too excited to see Sho there, to actually realize that everyone in the café, including Yamamoto, was left watching them dumbfounded.

Nino grabbed his arm and moved him a bit further. “You want to tell me that your mysterious prince is Sakurai Sho?”

Masaki looked at him completely lost. “How do you know his name? I don’t remember telling you…”

“Stupid! He’s the hottest name in news casting… a celebrity among journalists! He’s voted hundreds of times as the number one desirable groom! He has even won against idols in such ratings!”

“Where could you…” Masaki’s eyes bulged. “You want to tell me that he appeared in that magazine like that artist-obsession of yours?!”

“Yes!”

Masaki wanted to ask Nino more but it was then that he heard Sho’s voice.

“I wanted to thank you… Sir… for showing your real face…” he turned his head and realized that Sho was talking to Yamamoto. “It’s thanks to you that I’m with my sunshine now!”

Whispers spread immediately among the people in the café. Masaki felt tears in his eyes. “Sho-chan…”



THE END





A.N. Sooo minna! I know that it's Friday... and here should be another fic but *coughs* I wasn't satisfied with it... I want to re-work on some parts and didn't have the time... I have lot of things with uni as well... But I promise the update will be up tomorrow or the latest on Sunday... Gomeeeeen!
BUT!!! I didn't want to leave you like this... So as many of you asked for it here's the sequel of 'Out of the blue'! It was very fluffy I know... ><' but they had their first kiss and Yamamoto got what he deserved, right?! XDDD

I hope you enjoyed it and as always your comments are <333!!!


See you soon! ^_^ (*whispers* Don't forget what anniversary is coming... ;D)