Happy Birthday To You

Tezuka Kunimitsu

“Ginkong”

The doorbell rang on Monday morning. This caused the young owner of the house to furrow his brow in suspicion. before placing the newspaper and teacup on the kitchen table and walking out to take a look.

“I came to order a cake.”

A man in his forties in a black yukata stood smiling in front of the house. That was the first thing he saw after opening the door. The young man secretly took a deep breath. Before saying the sentence that he had said this entire month, he had said it more than a hundred times.

“That house over there. A place to make cakes.”

“Tezuka-san.”

The caller was a young woman in her early twenties. Her sweet, beautiful face complements her delicate body, making her look as beautiful as a woman. If that weren't the qualities that made Tezuka so close to him, It's because of their good nature and friendliness.

"I'm sorry I had to disturb Tezuka-san again."

The house he lives in with Miss Yumiko is a twin house. At that time, he had just taken the university entrance exam. and are busy looking for a place to live because the university dormitories are full. Which happened to meet Ms. Yumiko. Ms. Yumiko saw that he was in trouble and hurried to help him, even though she didn't even know him.

By dividing one of his own semi-detached houses into his own. At that time, Yumiko gave a reason for helping him.

“My younger brother. I'm going to university this year as well."

Yumiko placed the teapot on the tray. and two more glasses were placed there. “Honestly, I want to make dessert for Tezuka-san to eat. But I know I don't like it. So I made some food just in case."

Another quality of Ms. Yumiko that cannot be overlooked is her. It's a local charm that can attract both regular and one-time customers who have the opportunity to walk into Yumiko's shop, which is not too far away. You must be impressed and come back again for almost every one.

"I'm bothering Yumiko-san again."

He had been staying at this house for over four years. in the past without thinking about struggling to find a living elsewhere which looks like That was Yumiko's own satisfaction too. So he volunteers to help Yumiko push carts in the supermarket during the holidays in return. He also brought some of the money that was his expenses to Mr. Yumiko. At first he refused.

But when he refers to his own comfort So Yumiko accepted it.

"Stop being so considerate. Come, let's drink some tea before eating."

Two cups of fragrant hot tea were placed on the glass table in the reception area. Tezuka took his hand off the pile of wires in front of him and walked towards him easily. Yumiko smiles. Before bending down, he tore off a sugar packet and put it in his glass.

“If his little brother doesn't come back suddenly like this. I probably won't bother Tezuka-san.”

"younger brother?"

As far as I can remember from what Yumiko told me. Ms. Yumiko has three siblings. Ms. Yumiko is the eldest sister. who has a younger brother around the same age as him And the youngest one seems to be studying.

“Second younger brother. On that leg, he had just graduated from home economics. At first, he thought he would come help out at the shop, but where could he? He wanted to have his own dessert shop. So I'm going to let him come and do it here first. That's why I bothered Tezuka to come look at the electrical system for me."

Tezuka frowned. “And Yumiko-san? Where are you going?”

The other person laughed softly. After picking up the hot tea and sipping it, he said: “I think I'm going to go to the store. Give this place to your little brother to live in. Anyway, Tezuka-san, don't forget to visit me sometime."

A slender white hand lifted the teacup in front of him and took another sip. His steady, steady gaze was revealed for just a moment before quickly fading as he was surrounded by sweet smiles.

“Please take care of Shusuke. Kunimitsu-kun.”

“Thank you for stopping by to support us.”

The bakery owner has a sweet face that could be mistaken for a woman. Came out to send off an elderly customer who had recently come in to order a birthday cake for his young son. Until that party had already gotten into the car. The shop owner then walked back in.

"I'm bothering Tezuka-san again."

The smile that didn't seem to be much different from Ms. Yumiko's, but strangely, it had some influence that made his mind feel that it was..........strange.

"nevermind"

Tezuka accepted the hot cup of coffee. The other party had just finished making it and brought it along with a strange-looking drink and a few snacks. A slender, slender figure sat nearby. with a person who has a stern face A sweet face littered with light smiles. mercifully

"Does Tezuka-san have work today?"

"have"

Qing quickly refused. Because every time Fuji asks like this That means That party will invite him to eat together here. which for him Direct confrontation with Fuji Alone, that seemed to be an awkward place for him.

.......Even though I wanted to eat food too. I want to talk to you until I die...........

.........Why...........

“Oh....If you're busy, that's okay. Just in time for today, Yumiko-sama will come back. So I want you to come eat.....together."

The sweet face that was darker than usual made the person who was the "cause" start to feel a little guilty. who rejected that side in an ugly way The tall figure shifted for a bit before deciding to answer.

"I'll try...........to get it to you."

“Really.”

A bright smile returned to that face again. Beautiful as if flowers were just about to bloom. It wouldn't be strange at all if he liked.........looking.

"um"

"Bravo"

Fuji walks around shouting cheers. Disappeared into the kitchen that was set up for making desserts. Then he walked back out with a strange-shaped device. Three or four items packed in a tray And that sweet smile

......Just that he will come to eat too. Why do you have to be so happy?.......

Tezuka secretly looked at the sweet faces of the people who were diligently making cakes. Cheek skin is white, smooth and fine. Small, cute eyes A prominent, beautiful nose. Thin lips that are so red they are worth kissing.

His face was sharp and hot. When he realized what he was thinking And before you know it He accidentally shook his head violently. Until the people who were decorating the cake looked up suspiciously.

"What's wrong, Tezuka-san?"

A soft voice that sounded worried at the same time. With a white hand that reached out and lightly touched my arm. causing people who were just thinking dishonestly just now Had to look away while saying a flurry of denials

“No, it's nothing.” Tezuka held his breath as the person leaned closer to make sure he wasn't anything. Finally, the patience he had built up all this time broke. A strong hand pinned his thin shoulder to face him before making a decision.

"I'd rather go back to work first."

In the end, I ended up stuck in front of the computer they had sent here to repair. Tezuka let out a heavy sigh. When I began to feel annoyed at myself that I couldn't tell.

...........What exactly is he thinking about Fuji.............

The cute face tilted its head curiously at the sudden appearance. He suddenly jumped up and said he would go home to work. But when he regained his composure, the other person just laughed and laughed. Then he got up and fetched some tea for him to keep in case he wanted to make it and drink it late at night.

Until he actually came back. That took a long time. Because Fuji wanted him to help see if the Japanese food-shaped cake topper that the man had ordered earlier in the day was realistic or not. You have to control yourself at all times.

Tezuka sighed again. When I realized that I was starting to miss that person I had known for less than a month. Then come back and look forward. Meditate quickly to focus on your work.

"Let's eat together, Yumiko-sama."

It's not true. It's been a while since we've had the opportunity to eat dinner together. But Yuta called and said there was a special practice session. As for Yumiko, who came to prepare food, she was followed by someone at the restaurant to help Kaley with an urgent problem. Yumiko saw her younger brother's confused expression.

So I couldn't help but walk in and rub my soft hair.

“Shusuke didn't eat alone. Tezuka-san will come eat too."

“Maybe he won't come.”

He argued in a soft voice. But it was loud enough that the beautiful older sister next to her could hear it well. Yumiko looked down and smiled slightly. before telling his second brother,

"Trust me, Tezuka-san will definitely come."

The sound of the car of the person at the store driving and parked in front of the house. Fuji decided to walk out and send his sister off to the car. They said goodbye to each other for a long time and then walked back into the house.

It's almost dark. Fuji decided to close the shop. Came in and sat for a moment to check the account, then walked up to the private room. A slender hand grabbed a small pot. of a cactus plant that was exposed to sunlight all day in the window and placed on a low table next to the bed. After that, he grabbed a towel and disappeared into the bathroom.

“All at once”

Suddenly, the surroundings of the house became dark. Tezuka decided to put down the screwdriver that he was repairing on a computer. Open the drawer, take out a flashlight, and walk down to the house's electrical control panel. Inspect all abnormalities immediately.

“Tezuka............help me.”

A loud voice Coming from the house over there, Tezuka turned around and looked. So we saw that the lights on Fuji's side of the house were also turned off. The tall figure hurriedly ran through the balcony connecting the two twin houses in order to cross to the other side as quickly as possible.

“Fuji, open the door.”

Tezuka stopped in front of the room on the second floor and knocked. But there was only a loud cry. in a frightening way that could be heard The tall figure took a few steps back. Then he jumped and kicked the door until it opened.

"Fuji"

The beam of the flashlight spread everywhere to find the figure he was most worried about. His strong legs searched the entire room, from the bed to the closet, but he couldn't find them. Until there was only the last bathroom left.

“Don't come in. Don't, don't, don't.”

The screams of restraint became louder than before as Tezuka kicked the small bathroom door. That until it fell off. So he saw a frail, naked body huddling in the bathtub. Strong hands grabbed a towel that was on a nearby shelf and walked towards it.

"Fuji....it's me.....Tezuka."

"T......te Tezuka hehehehehehehehehehehehehehe"

Fuji cried and hugged him when he saw that it was him standing there. Strong arms spread out to accept the other's wetness. Some bodies pressed themselves tightly together like a child seeking refuge. Tezuka decided to wrap the person in front of him in a towel and scoop him up from the bathtub and carry him back to his room.

The figure sitting on the bed was still visibly shaking as the soft light from the candle that Tezuka had lit was bright enough to be seen. Strong hands grabbed another small towel. before getting up and sitting next to some body

"I'll dry your hair."

"Ah........."

A sweet voice finally answered. Tezuka then smiled happily and slowly smiled. Wipe the other person's soft hair as well until it's almost dry. So he told the other person to get up and get dressed properly.

“It's finished.”

A sweet voice said softly. When the appointment is finished Tezuka, who was sitting with his back to him, turned around and almost gasped at how cute the other person was in his loose white long-sleeved shirt. With beige shorts that help make white skin look softer and more pleasant to the touch. before averting his eyes When the person in front of him acted like he was embarrassed to be stared at.

"I'm sorry I made Tezuka suffer.....again."

A sweet voice that sounded guiltless. Plus, the sweet face that bowed down made the person who just got into trouble feel almost forgiven right away. But having said that He didn't even feel like he was in much trouble.

"It's okay, but what happened to you?"

The question stops. The thin figure immediately rushed over and sat next to him. The beautiful sea blue eyes clearly showed fear. As he slowly told the story

“Well...I was taking a shower, right? Suddenly the lights went out and everything was dark. I tried to find a towel to put on, but,” Fuji paused, swallowing a bit. before continuing in a quieter voice than before. “I don't know what was holding my wrist tightly. No matter how much I shake it, it won't come off. At that time, I thought of you as the first person, so I tried to shout out.”

Tezuka looked at the sweet face that was telling the whole story. before deciding to immediately get up and walk to the bathroom Fuji opened his eyes in shock. He asked quickly.

"Will I use the bathroom.....?"

“No, just going to see what it is.” Tezuka turned around and gave him a small smile, “I don't mind coming along too.”

His sweet face was still, calculating the horror of sitting here alone and with him. Sharp eyes behind the frame of glasses, you can only secretly smile. Before adjusting his expression back to its original solemnity when Fuji moved to grab his arm and walk in together.

"Ba.......On that floor, Tezuka-san."

The light shone on something on the shelf. Tezuka moved to take a closer look. Wanting a definite answer If it weren't for his thin body Standing tightly on his arm from behind.

"Let's go. I don't want you to be shocked a second time."

"Ah...umm Tezuka."

That voice ended. Something hidden on the shelf screamed loudly. Fuji screamed in fright. Tezuka quickly grabbed the unconscious body and hugged him close. A beautiful vase is placed next to it. The sink was picked up by a strong hand and thrown precisely into the spot where the sound was made.

“Pleng”

The sound of the vase hitting something shattered at the same time as the sound quietened. But the body in his arms still refused to stop crying. It also wiggled around in an alarming way.

"Fuji, stay calm."

No matter how much I call, it's like I can't hear you. The tall figure decided to pull the thin body away from his chest. Then his sharp face bent down and was close to him at the same time. With their lips pressed together

“Oh.”

Some bodies stopped struggling and cried when the other's warm, hard lips suddenly came closer to snuggle. The sweet and fragrant taste that suddenly Received unexpectedly, some bodies felt dizzy and eventually lost consciousness.

"Fuji"

Tezuka gently shook the other person. When a body collapses in your arms The young man pursed his lips tightly when he realized how much he had accidentally harassed the other person at the same time. and carrying a person who had just lost consciousness out of the bathroom

The beautiful eyelashes blinked rapidly. Before bright blue eyes opened causing the people who were watching with concern to quickly get up from their chairs to take a look

"How are you"

“I........annoyed Tezuka-san again.”

low sweet voice When he realized how much chaos he had created for the other party. Tezuka sat and stared blankly. before deciding to push the body down to lie down as before

“It's only 11:00 p.m. You better sleep and I'll bring you something to eat.”

“Oh...........It's okay. We'd better go down together."

Some hurriedly jumped out of bed when they realized that they were going to be alone in the room. But because I had just regained consciousness, I felt that my surroundings were spinning as soon as my feet touched the ground until I almost collapsed on the floor. If not for the strong arms that held me in time Her sweet face flushed red when she saw the warm eyes behind the frame of her glasses at her from a close distance.

“Then I'd better carry you down.”

Don't wait for objections. Some bodies rose from the ground so quickly that they had to be wrapped around their strong necks. Tezuka let out a small smile. before quickly walking towards the kitchen on the ground floor.

“I'd better warm up the rice. Tezuka-san, please go wait at the table.”

Fuji said after being freed from those strong arms. As a result, the other party's dark eyebrows immediately furrowed together in dissatisfaction.

“You are not well. It's better for me to do it myself.”

“Then let's help each other out, okay?”

A sweet voice offered cheerfully. Before a face as bright as that voice slowly faded Faded as he met the dark eyes that looked down like a blemish, Tezuka sighed before leading the way into the kitchen. Let the cute person continue to pout.

“If you want to help, come in.”

A short sentence, but like nectar that made your sweet face brighten again. Fuji smiled widely and walked quickly. Go into the kitchen together with the solemn person next to me

“I'll go take out the food in the refrigerator first. Tezuka-san, please prepare the dishes.”

The voice of the owner of the house rang out at the same time. Same with the person who sent him an apron to wear. Then he disappeared into the enormous refrigerator when he opened it. Tezuka shook his head slowly. Then he put on that dark apron that matched his body. That handsome face remained as calm as Fuji brought in the food.

"Tezuka-san, warm it up for a bit. There's still one plate left. I'll go get it out first."

The tall figure followed it easily. Fuji secretly borrows lollipops from afar. When you see a tall person Standing in front of the stove warming food Even though it's not as awkward as you think, its personality that you've never seen before makes you unable to stop looking. Fuji reluctantly turned back to the refrigerator before opening it and taking out the last dish.

small sheet of paper The clean white one was discreetly placed next to the food plate. A slender hand picked it up and opened it to look at. The beautiful blue ink was drawn with neat, familiar handwriting. Fuji's eyes widened when he clearly saw the message.

......This handwriting is.....

......Sister Yumiko.....

"tidy"

Fuji muttered softly. When the dinner that was supposed to be eaten was nearly midnight, it was already finished. A pair of beautiful eyes narrowed and looked at the person standing next to him with a blank expression. Before applying pressure to your back, sit down.

“Let's eat instead. Tezuka-san must be hungry.”

The sweet face that leaned closer with a sweet smile made him look at him indifferently for a moment. Before being able to pull himself back when the person in front of him had already moved to the opposite seat. The soft light of the candles shining on the table made the delicate skin look smoother and more pleasant to the touch than usual.

“Tezuka-san.....”

"You can call me Tezuka."

Is that so strange? Just allowing the other party to call him Tezuka. The other person acted as if they had heard such a strange story. But it didn't last long. When it was replaced with a sweet smile, he began to feel....strange.

"Then Tezuka will have to call me Shusuke."

"Oh.....Um, okay."

The atmosphere at the dining table was just him and Fuji, the two of them. It should be quieter and more gloomy. If it weren't for the sweet chatter That stimulated his speech glands to work more than usual. Why are you still eating cutely? like a small child That made today the day he unintentionally smiled the most in his life.

“It's all messed up.” Tezuka reached across the small dining table in front of him and smoothed his fingers over the small grains of rice. That gently stuck to that soft, smooth cheek. But it made the owner of the cheeks startled.

"Well.....I'm hungry," a sweet voice said softly.

“I'll come soon.” A figure suddenly rose up with smooth white cheeks that had now turned an adorable blush. Tezuka let out a loud sigh. When you began to feel what kind of feelings you had for the person in front of you?

It's really strange, even though I was really frightened just now. Instead, he disappeared silently into the kitchen for a long time. I don't know what to be embarrassed about. Just have him pick up the rice grains stuck to your cheeks, or else you'll faint again.

as fast as thought Tezuka hurriedly turned and got ready to walk towards the small person. who disappeared silently into the kitchen If not because suddenly A huge gust of wind blew until the candles that had been lit were extinguished and it was completely dark.

"Shusuke"

The soft glow of light coming from the kitchen caused Tezuka to summon someone even more fearful than him. But without a sweet voice That was even a little response. The eyes behind the frames scrutinized more and more as the light moved closer and closer.

"Shusuke"

Sweet faces littered with fresh smiles were bathed in the soft light of the little candles placed on the appropriate sized cake. Fuji walked towards the tall figure standing in the middle of the dining room. Two slender hands held that cake firmly. before handing it to the person in front of you

“Pray.”

Now...it's past midnight. If we really count It is considered to be a new day....

......Seventh day....

....his own birthday......

The eyes behind the glasses closed slightly. Before blowing out a few candles on that cake until it died out Calling out loud laughter from the people in front. Tezuka hurriedly found the lighter on the table and lit it with the same candle that had been extinguished by the wind just moments before. A sweet smile appeared on him again.

“Cut the cake.”

Sweet voice nods Seeing that he still hadn't cut the cake yet Round green tea cream cake Decorate the top with white cream along the edges and sprinkle with fresh, juicy strawberry pieces. In the middle was a sugar doll in the shape of a little boy. Two people sat with their heads pressed against each other, leaning on a large strawberry. Tezuka looked up suspiciously at the man who had made the cake for him.

“Yumiko-sama left me a note. I just found out just now. So I went to think in the kitchen about what I would do for your birthday. Because I bothered you a lot, Tezuka.”

"Happy birthday, Tezuka-kun."

His dazzling blue eyes were the first to teasingly wish him a happy birthday this year. Slender hand handed him a knife to cut the cake. Tezuka took it and placed it next to the table. causing the person who had just wished it to tilt their heads suspiciously

“Don't you want to know? What am I praying for?”

For a moment, he stood and looked suspiciously at that person. He was grabbed by strong arms and rushed towards him so quickly that he lost control and unexpectedly fell onto his lap. Their faces were so close to each other that they could feel each other's breathing, causing Fuji to cower in embarrassment. But the strong fingertips caused him to look up again.

“I pray that next year you will be the first person to wish me a happy birthday. and agree to call me Kunimitsu.”

Tezuka paused for a moment to watch the reaction of the person sitting on his lap. Strong hands fondly caressed the soft, white cheeks that were now glowing with color.

“This is all I have to ask, can I give it to you, Shusuke?”

“If it were this year Will you accept it? K.....Kunimitsu.”

The sweet voice that spoke softly made him feel extremely satisfied. A dark face with a warm smile Before subconsciously he bent down and tasted the sweet aroma of the masterpiece Fuji had prepared for him.

“Next year, please give me a sweeter kiss, Shusuke.”

Sometimes I'm not sure. That he definitely doesn't like eating sweet things? Because for a short period of time, less than a month, this person made him feel that this life He must be missing something sweet. I can't anymore.

Warm arms hugged tightly. When the thin bodies in your lap press themselves together, love and warmth pass through each other. As if it were a signal To say that next birthday he will probably receive something sweet. Like this......definitely again.

.....thank you Sister Yumiko.......

Wishing Kunimitsu of Wine handsome, strong, and good health.

Very sweet with Brother Fuji.

w-i-n-e