01. SUMMARY :: rhy-s always smiles while kissing maks.

02. CONTENT WARNING :: kissing

03. NOTE :: my parents </3

04. WORD COUNT :: 882 words

━━ makato stood at the threshold of rhyland's room, his heart pounding with a cocktail of anticipation and nervousness. he had received an invitation earlier that day, a simple text message from rhyland asking him to come over. but as makato stepped inside, he quickly realized this was no ordinary visit.

the room was bathed in the soft, golden glow of the afternoon sun, casting long, warm shadows across the floor and illuminating every corner with a gentle radiance. the air was filled with the heady scents of fresh flowers and rich chocolate, a combination that sent shivers down makato's spine and heightened his senses.

in the middle of this warm, sunlit space stood rhyland, his figure elegantly framed against the window, a silhouette of warmth and tenderness. he was dressed casually in a soft hoodie and jeans, yet there was an unmistakable aura of excitement and anticipation about him, mirroring the fluttering feelings that makato himself was experiencing.

in his hands, rhyland held a bouquet of roses-deep crimson blooms that seemed to shimmer in the sunlight, their velvety petals unfolding in a display of beauty and grace. beside the bouquet lay a box of chocolates, each piece meticulously wrapped in shimmering foil, promising indulgence and delight. and then there was the teddy bear-a plush, cuddly creature with soft, velvety fur and large, soulful eyes that seemed to follow makato's every movement.

the sight of these thoughtful gifts took makato's breath away. his heart swelled with emotion at the sheer thoughtfulness of rhyland's gesture. without a word, makato crossed the room, enveloping rhyland in a tight embrace. he buried his face in the crook of rhyland's neck, the comforting warmth of his body making tears well up in his eyes.

"why are you crying, love?" rhyland's voice was a soothing murmur against makato's ear, his arms wrapping around him in a comforting embrace.

"i don't know," makato whispered, his voice thick with emotion as he clung to rhyland as if he were the only thing anchoring him in a storm of feelings. it was a whirlwind of gratitude, joy, and love-all tangled together in a messy knot that threatened to overwhelm him.

rhyland gently guided makato to sit on the edge of the bed, his touch steady and reassuring. as makato gradually calmed down, rhyland wiped away his tears with the utmost tenderness, his fingertips brushing lightly against makato's cheeks.

in that vulnerable moment, makato noticed something he had never really paid attention to before-the way rhyland's lips curved into a soft, radiant smile every time they kissed. it was a subtle yet undeniable expression of joy, a testament to the depth of rhyland's feelings for him.

"why do you always smile?" makato whispered, his voice barely audible, his fingers tracing the contours of rhyland's lips with reverent tenderness.

for a brief moment, a flicker of uncertainty crossed rhyland's eyes-a vulnerability that makato had never seen before. but then, as if on cue, rhyland's smile returned, radiant and unreservedly genuine.

"what do you mean?" rhyland's tone was playful, yet there was a curious glint in his eyes as he met makato's gaze.

"you always smile when we kiss," makato persisted, his heart pounding with a mix of vulnerability and curiosity. "why?"

rhyland's grin widened into a playful smirk as he brushed a stray lock of hair from makato's forehead. "can't i enjoy kissing my boyfriend?" he teased, his eyes sparkling with mischief.

makato felt a blush creep up his cheeks at rhyland's words, a shy smile tugging at the corners of his lips. "you can't just say things like that," he protested weakly, though there was no real conviction behind his words.

"why not?" rhyland challenged, his teasing smile softening into a tender gaze that made makato's heart flutter. "i think it's cute."

makato's gaze faltered, unable to hold rhyland's unwavering stare as he grappled with the overwhelming rush of emotions coursing through him. "you're insufferable," he muttered half-heartedly, though there was a warmth in his tone that betrayed his true feelings.

"and yet you still think i'm cute," rhyland teased, his smirk bordering on irresistible as he leaned in closer, his breath mingling with makato's in a tantalizing dance.

caught in the magnetic pull of rhyland's gaze, makato couldn't help but smile, his heart skipping a beat as he leaned in to capture rhyland's lips in a tender kiss. in that moment, everything else faded away-the world outside ceased to exist, and all that mattered was the warmth of rhyland's touch, the softness of his lips, and the unspoken promise of a love that transcended words.

as they settled onto rhyland's bed, the roses and chocolates forgotten on the nightstand, makato found himself enveloped in rhyland's embrace. the teddy bear was a comforting presence nestled between them.

"smiley," makato murmured, glancing down at the plush toy nestled between them. "that's what i'm naming him. after you, my smiley."

rhyland's heart swelled with affection at makato's words. his smile was soft and tender as he pressed a gentle kiss to makato's lips. "then we'll take care of smiley together," he whispered, his voice a soothing melody in the quiet of the room. "just like we'll take care of each other, always and forever."