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Someone Like Me [ShizuoxReader] Chapter 7

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7-Shizuo 1 by WhiteShiningDragon

Chapter 7 – The Stars Stole the Night Away  

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Now that you have started working at your full set of hours, your schedule is settling in to where it is supposed to be. From now on, you get out earlier on Tuesdays and Thursdays, leaving you with a lot of free time in the evenings. Sometimes this will be a good thing... Sometimes.

It’s 9pm Thursday night during your third week at the gallery and because you just started your new schedule, you are still getting adjusted to it. As you lie on your couch while staring at the ceiling, you find yourself completely and utterly bored.

“Ughhhhh.....I wanna do something, but I feel too lazy and bored to actually do anything....” You lay your arm across your eyes so you can think. “Hmmm... Maybe I can take a walk tonight. It’s clear and absolutely beautiful outside.”

Both Eira and Izaya did mention the gangs out here and that I should be careful…But I wanna waaaaaaaaalk. You whine and pout to yourself.

“Tsh, whatever. I’m going out.”

You make your way off the couch, grab a light jacket, and head out the door. As you step out on the sidewalk, you shift your gaze up to the sky. Wow! It really is gorgeous out here! It’s comfortably cool out and even though you’re in the city, numerous stars can be seen across the navy blue sky.

You contently start your nighttime journey through the streets, making sure you stay in well-lit areas. About 10 minutes in, Eira sends you a text to check up on you. As you reply to her, you become preoccupied for a minute or so. You are aware enough to avoid any obstacles on the sidewalk, including the man coming toward you. Despite having your head buried in your phone, the two of you pass by each other with no problem. But just as you hit “send” on your reply, you hear, “Hey.”

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“Hn?” You lift your head up and turn around to see a tall man standing before you under the streetlight. The first thing you notice is his hair, almost “dirty” blonde, that is softly illuminated by the light. The man has very strong features and a smooth jaw line, and his expression is quite calm. You’re surprised to find that he is wearing sunglasses; but even then, you can still see his beautiful eyes. The man’s demeanor is quite relaxed as his hands rest casually in his pockets.

“Hey,” he says to you again very gently. “I don’t mean to pry or anything, but isn’t it kinda late for a girl like you to be out here by herself?”

You stand there for a second just gazing at him, stunned at how good he looks from his face to his dress clothes. Although, it is strange he’s dressed like this so late at night. Unless he’s a bar-……Wait.

“Um, excuse me,” you shyly begin. “Are you Shizuo Heiwajima? You’re friends with Celty, right?”

“Yeah, that’s right.” Shizuo says sounding more interested as he angles his body to face you.

“Ah! I thought so! I spoke with her the other day and she told me about you. She said you’d be dressed as a bartender,” you chuckle a little and conclude with a smile, “And she’s definitely right.”

“Oh...you must be (f/n). Celty told me about you not too long ago. I could tell she really likes you.”

“Aww. Hahaha. That’s really nice to hear. I’m honored.” you get a little embarrassed and begin to blush slightly as you rub your cheek with your finger. That little action catches Shizuo’s attention, causing his heart to skip for a second as he admires you. “You know, I actually saw you before,” you say, which gets Shizuo to pay attention again.

“Really?”

“Haha, yeah. It was two weeks ago when I first moved here. I was taking a tour of the city with Izaya when you suddenly showed up and went after him. Hahahaha...” As you laugh, a blood vessel starts to pulse in Shizuo’s forehead as he begins to make a low growl.

Suddenly realizing your mistake, you cut yourself off and begin to apologize frantically. Seeing you try so hard to say sorry manages to distract Shizuo and calm him down. “Nnnn...it’s alright...,” he begins as he looks up towards the stars. “But if I were you, I’d stay away from the damn flea. He’s nothing but a pain in the ass.”

You look down slightly, mulling over what Shizuo just told you. At first you’re not sure what to think. You feel that you can believe Shizuo because of Celty’s hints and some of your own experiences with Izaya. Sure, you thought, Izaya might be a bit of a creeper, but he really doesn’t seem all that bad...not to me anyway. You’ve somewhat grown to like Izaya and enjoy his company in a strange way. That, or you’ve just gotten used to him. Trying to figure everything out and contemplating Shizuo’s advice begins to upset you a little.

Noting your extended silence, Shizuo glances back in your direction and is surprised to find a rather depressed look on your face. Even though he meant what he said, Shizuo never intended to hurt your feelings.

“Hey, uh...” he gets a little flustered deciding what he should say to change the subject. “I-....It’s getting late. I could take you home if you want. I was just taking a walk out here myself anyway.”

You unknowingly turn your head away slightly and pout.

“Hm? What’s with that face?” he asks.

Startled, you tell Shizuo that you just got started on your walk when you ran into him and that you really want to keep going.

“Well...I suppose I could just walk with you then.” Even though Shizuo’s demeanor comes across as uninterested, he’s actually highly concerned with you walking alone through the city; but he won’t let you see that.

The two of you walk casually through the night, chatting about all kinds of things along the way.  The longer you stroll together down the sidewalk, the more comfortable you and Shizuo become with each other. The two of you begin to bond rather quickly. Once along the way, you even manage to get Shizuo to laugh. You’re surprised with your success especially upon getting to know his rather aloof nature. What surprises you even more is the laugh itself: it is genuine, kind, and simply stunning. As he laughs, your heart pauses for a few seconds as you admire him with wide eyes. As you continue on, the two of you become more comfortable with each other’s company.

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Before either of you notice, you have wandered and talked deep into the middle of the night. Luckily, the both of you were already heading toward your apartment; by the time you get there, it is one in the morning.

“Ahh.~” you contently sigh as you stretch your arms above your head, “Thank you Shizuo, this was nice. I enjoyed having some good company for a change.”

“You’re welcome. Sorry it’s so late though.”

“Nah, it’s ok. Lately, I haven’t been able get to sleep until around this time anyway. Besides, I’m glad I got to spend some time with you and get to know you some. It was really fun.” Upon saying that last line, you close your eyes as you give a big smile; but in doing so, you miss the slight shade of pink that rises into Shizuo’s cheeks for a second. “Anyway, I do still have work in the morning so I need to... *yaaawn* get some sleep. Haha.”

“Yeah, you probably should. And...I had fun too.” Shizuo replies quietly with a gentle smile.

“Ha, I’m glad,” you say, relieved to know you didn’t talk his head off. “Thanks again...Goodnight, Shizuo.”

As you begin to make your way toward the stairs you hear, “Goodnight… (f/n).” from a voice that sounds almost saddened by your leave.

Even with you gone, Shizuo lingers on the sidewalk under a streetlamp still looking up at the place where you disappeared out of sight. He moves his head back into its neutral position, in thought, before turning around to gaze at the stars. Hmm...This girl... Shizuo tries to understand what it is that he just experienced…while he begins to sense something deep down in his chest...in his heart. Could it be that he may have feelings for the girl? Maybe....just maybe...*

References:
Title: Lyric from “September” – Earth, Wind, and Fire. (Which fits because it is September now) www.youtube.com/watch?v=ter0p_…
Picture: Shizuo, unknown source. I do not own. Credit to owner for this amazing picture.

1. Said by Anthony Hopkins in narration – “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”
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YOU FINALLY MEET SHIZUO. Well, properly anyway. XD hahaha
I know it may seem little crazy to wait this long, but I wanted to set things up first. I hope this chapter was well worth the wait though and that you enjoyed it!! I loved getting to write this chapter. Heart

And to everyone that called it that Shizu-chan was coming up in this chapter: Great job! :D (Big Grin) 

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“Ughhhhh.....I wanna do something, but I feel too lazy and bored to actually do anything....” -actually me

I'm finding our common interests again! Loooove how you describe Shizuo in such a cool, aloof (seeeexy) way under the street lamp, and I can almost tell that you'd been excited to write that exact moment.

HNNNNG, Shizuo!