Title: One Million Richer
Author: panthera_mort (me ;))
Rating: PG
Notes: Nino’s POV. Completely fictional, of course.

“Ninomiya-kun!”

“Wha’-er hell?”

“Wake up! Now! You’re on Music Coaster in half an hour!”

“…….”

“Ninomiya-kun!!”

“Huh? Who died?”

“Ninomiya-kun, please wake up now! That’s a million dollar deal you signed on.” Manager’s voice sounded strained. Sighed. Exaggeratingly loud and long. Cracked open an eye. Shut it close again. Burrowed nose into pillow. No wait, flurry. Must be Ohno’s hair.

“Fine. Wake me up when you’ve arrived.” Phone dropped soundlessly.

“I’m already here!” Annoying. Why is that voice still hearable?

“I’m at your door. Please let me in!” Hit the red button. End call. Easy-peasy. Snuggled into warmth. Smiled when it automatically wraps an arm around me. Drifted back to sleep.

10 minutes later, Manager barged into the room. What the hell? How’d he- Oh crap. Have to get that key back one day. Why’s he tugging at my feet? Hugged Ohno harder. Haven’t opened my eyes yet.

“Ninomiya-kun! Please, please, please wake up and wear this!” Huh? He went through my closet? Ahh, doesn’t matter.

“Ninomiya-kun! I know you’re not wearing anything under that comforter. If you don’t wake up right now, I’m pulling it off and taking pictures to post in on some porno website.”

Like he’d dare.

“…Or I’ll take naked pictures of Ohno and pass ‘em to Chinen.” Immediately opened eyes. See Manager smiling. Shit. Why does he know about my arch enemy? Stretched lazily and yawned. He passed me the clothes. Scratched my head. Should I really wake up?

Manager pulled out his N95 phone. Sighed. Grumbled and shooed him out of the room.

“If you’re not out in 5 minutes, I’m coming in again. I’ll break the door” Man, this dude like to threaten. Pulled on boxers. Hmm. Not even mine, must be Oh-chan’s. Oh well. Pulled on the black shirt. Looked down. Black shirt and orange pants? Whatever. Munched on spear mints found on top of dresser. Knocking on door. Is it 5 minutes already? Searched for my damn phone. Where the hell? Persistent knocking. Ignored. Might be under the bed. Belly-crawled, squinted in the darkness.

“Ninomiya-kun! Why are you down there?!!” Gasp. Really. Ahah, there it is! Crawled out again and scowled at Manager. Why’s he looking all cheerful? And why the hell is he tugging at my arm? Okay, okay. One sec. Kissed Ohno’s temple. He stirred a bit. Gosh, hate to be the first to leave the bed.

The studio was too near for me to sleep in the car. Grumbled. And no coffee? What am I paying Manager for? Dragged self into the elevator. Reached 5^th floor. Greetings from various people. Hid my eyes behind Ray-Ban sunglasses. Let Manager deal with them.

“Let me get your coat, Ninomiya-kun?”

“Why?” Sharp. I don’t want to take it off. It’ll mean I have to stay longer. And damn it, I don’t want to.

“It’ll be hot if you don’t, Ninomiya-kun.” Sighs. Let him take my coat. Made sure frown can be seen although eyes are hidden. Led into a room filled with audio equipments. The lady was already introducing me. Urghh. Took a seat. What? No water? Frowned deeper. Gaze flickered to Manager. He blinked. Produced a bottle of mineral water from his bag. Drank that. Throat felt refreshed.

“….and here’s he is, the legendary Ninomiya Kazunari” Cleared my throat. Shit. Do I feel phlegm forming?

“Hey. Nino here. My Xbox’s cracking under the load of Shadows of Them. Not for the faint-hearted. But definitely for those searching for something better. Want to play what I play? Get Shadows of Them.” Flipped the switch off. That’s enough. My voice’s gone all deep. Why are they gaping at me? The lady started talking. God. How long did they expect me to talk? Rolled eyes. Manager’s talking on the phone. But I want to go home. Now! Stood up lazily and walked out of the room.

“Great job! You just earned 1 million in less than 5 minutes. What are you gonna do now?” Excited voice. Young fellow. Must be working part-time here. Hmm. I see a delirious look in his eyes. Erk. It must be one of my fans who managed to sneak in. Took off my glasses; shouldn’t be rude to fans.

“Go back to sleep. Someone’s waiting.” Briefly smiled. So did he. No wait. He beamed. Oof, that sunshine is not something I can deal in the morning. Hurriedly put my glasses back on. Manager had already caught up. Went down the elevator and straight into the car.

“Breakfast?” He’s so jovial today. Must be the million I just made.

“Bed.” Firmly answered. Driver drove off. Reached home sweet home. Climbed the stairs on four. Tired, tired, tired. Slept really late last night blowing off my Nintendo DS. Yes. Room. Bed. Ohno. Jumped under covers and straight into Ohno’s arms. He gathered and hugged me tight. Sighed. Contented this time. Shut my eyes. Feeling the grey corner of sleep edging.

“Done already?” He mumbles. So softly. But into my ears. Can’t ignore him now. Made affirmation sounds. Felt a light kiss on forehead. He ran his fingers through my hair. Nice. Love petting. Smiling now. Know that his eyes are open and looking at me. But I don’t want to open mine. Kissed me again. He wants me to open my eyes. Ignoring his silent plea. Giggled when I felt the light brushes of his eyelashes on my face. Finally opened my eyes. Greeted by his dark brown, almost golden ones. He leaned. Tilted my head. Kissed my lips. Too soft. Shit. Now all I want to do is kiss him.

“How was it?” Why’s he pulling away now? I can see that cheeky glint in his eyes. I snuggled closer which he allows. Nose at his neck, sniffing in his smell. Hate to admit it but I’m smiling fondly now. His hand rubs circular motions behind my back.

“I’m a million dollars richer now. Know what I want?”

“What?”

“You.” Right palm pressed against his chest feeling his heartbeat. He chuckled. He’s not going to admit it but I know he’s blushing. Just like I’m not going to admit I love him. Well. Not out loud.

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