Get Closer (Echizen Ryoma) Dummies Guide

 If he pokes you... get closer.

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Ryoma's parents had gone out to dinner and his cousin was studying over at the college for her upcoming exams. He had tried to go to sleep, but he was wide awake and feeling a bit lonely, so he gave you a call, asking you if you wanted to come over and watch a movie with him. Of course, you never missed a chance to spend time with your boyfriend considering how busy he was between school and tennis, so you rushed over, completely forgetting to grab your jacket. By the time you got there, you were shivering but you couldn't help grinning when he opened the door.

"Ryo-chan~" you threw your arms around his neck, rubbing your cheek against his.

"Ah, cold!" He pulled away, a scowl on his face. "Were you trying to freeze yourself to death?"

"Hm, I have always wondered what it's like to be a popsicle," you commented, tapping your chin.

"Go sit in the living room, I'll grab a blanket and meet you there."

"Okay!" You pecked his cheek before heading into the living room where Karupin was waiting, looking at the stack of movies as if he were trying to decide which one seemed the most appealing. You sat near him, clicking your tongue and patting your lap to get his attention. His ears twitched and he turned his head to look at who was calling him and when he realized it was you, he jumped into your lap, purring loudly. "You're so cute~!" You smiled, scratching the spot between his ears. "I wish my apartment allowed pets. I could find you a friend."

"Mrow~"

Ryoma entered the room carrying his comforter and he shook his head when he noticed his cat cozying up to you. "Next time, don't forget your jacket," he scolded, tossing the blanket around your shoulders before sliding in beside you.

"Sorry," you pouted. "I was just so excited to see you."

He felt his face heating up at the confession so he busied himself with starting the movie up. At first, he was invested in what was taking place, but then he found his thoughts straying to you. He disregarded the movie, choosing to watch you instead. You were oblivious to his attention, completely focused on the action taking place and it annoyed him. You had come over to see him, right? Yet he had not an ounce of your attention. Surely you could feel him staring.

An idea formed in his mind and he reached his finger out, poking your arm before pulling back with an innocent expression on his face. You glanced at him but he seemed focused on the movie. Had you imagined it? Shaking your head, you returned your attention to the film but before you could get engrossed, he poked you again, a pout on his lips.

"Yes, Ryo-chan?" you called with a soft smile on your lips.

"Nothing."

You chuckled, scooting closer and leaning your head on his shoulder, your hand sliding into his own. "Thank you for inviting me over. I was really happy when you called."

A soft smile came to his lips as he gave your hand a squeeze, one that told you he was grateful that you had joined him. It was hard for him to say, but he was always happy spending time with you, as well, and he often felt guilty for not being able to spend more time with you. That was okay, though. He easily made up for this with these little moments that the two of you shared together.