(Mention of 18+ (but no smut) and self-harm, please stay safe and find help if you need it :>)

They say when some until they find a soul mate can get depressed and would do anything to fill the void that only their true soul mate can fill......

*BEEP* *BEEP* BEEEP*Akaashi rolls out of bed. He glances at the drunk bastard next to him. He sighed as he gets up and puts the clothes he had on and walks out the door. No point in leaving a note due to the nightstand.

Akaashi walked down the busy streets, people talking, laughing, sighing, singing, and just communicating while Akaashi felt like all their voices were underwater. He walked to his apartment and he knocked on his roommate's door.

He heard talking and there was a crash which startled Akaashi and quickly opened the door only to see his roommate, Kenma, and a knocked-over flower pot and an open window. Akaashi sighed "what the hell is this."

He said in a monotone of voice. And Kenma returning the tone "Mr. Whiskers" he says as he turns with a fat white cat with black spots in his arms. Akaashi sighs again, he didn't want to deal with this right now.

He already knew someone was seeing Kenma and they were trying to hide it. He went out of the room and walked to his own. He noted that the room was clean compared to the state he left it, he would later have to do something for Kenma.

He plopped on his bed looking at the ceiling. His heart ached due to the emptiness in his chest. He sat up and reached for the razor in his nightstand drawer. He made just three cuts, the only thing that could somewhat subside the aching was pain.

He went around basically renting his body to others so he wouldn't have to feel this kind of pain in his chest. He started to harm himself so he could feel the pain somewhere else. He cussed at himself, he was upset that his soul mate would know that he's been these things to himself.

They would probably hate him. He sighed as he cleaned the razor and put it back then tended to himself. After that, he noticed a pinkish spot on his knee and elbow. He smirked then it turned into a smile. His eyes led up to the owl tattoo he had on his arm that was drawn with dark red lines.

Knowing he still had a soul mate brought some joy in Akaashi's life, even if they did end up hating him. He put on a big sweater and then walked out of his room. He is met with Kenma sitting at the table with a Nintendo switch in hand. By the sound of it, he's playing the Legend of Zelda again.

He's completed it at least 5 times already, at least as much as Akaashi knows. Akaashi whipped up some dinner. He could only make one or two things, hints why kenma mostly cooks but Akaashi cooks once in a while.

He puts the plates down and Kenma saves his game and they eat. After both finished their last bites kenma stated, "I have a friend and I want you guys to meet.... he said he wanted to buy some drinks at the bar down the street, you in?"

Akaashi nodded, he hasn't gone out for drinks in a while. He went to his room to change. He put on a tight, dark red sleeveless turtleneck, paired with a black oversized jacket, and black skinny jeans. His shoes were gray Vans with long white socks.

He walked out and he hopped in the car where Kenma was waiting. Kenma was wearing black jeans, a red button-up shirt where the sleeves folded up to his elbow, a black choker, black platforms, and his hair half pulled in a bun and half out. 

They drove out to the bar and got out of the car. They walk into the semi-loud bar. Akaashi slid his jacket off only to his shoulders revealing marks that made a tattoo. This was something he unconsciously did so he hoped his soul mate would recognize him.

Kenma and Akaashi stayed close together and eventually Kenma spotted the guy and he led Akaashi to the seats next to this man. Akaashi analyzed the guy, he had a messy bedhead look, his eyes narrowed, and smile cat-like, he was wearing a black open collar shirt with red pants.

He immediately greeted Kenma with a big smile and complimented his outfit. Kenma didn't look that impressed, well expression wise he said he was going to grab a drink and left to do that."Hey,~ names Kuroo, nice to meetcha."

The man said, then added, "Just a heads up, I have a buddy who's joining us too." Akaashi just nodded and pulled out his phone. He noticed that the guy kept staring at his tattoo, he muttered to himself "Why does that look so familiar." His face is visibly confused. Akaashi didn't want to have his hopes up.

Kenma came back with a margarita and sat next to Kuroo and they chatted as Akaashi watch. He saw Kenma smile a little bit when was talking to Kuroo. He didn't need Akaashi anymore, which kinda made Akaashi kinda happy but also a little sad. He got up and said he was getting a beer.

He walking to the bar counter but suddenly some guy grabbed Akaashi and dragged him outside, ripped off his jacket, and pinned him to the wall. This guy was drunk. He tried kissing Akaashi, as he tried to wiggle out of this bastard's hold.

Suddenly someone yells "HEY!" They Both looked to see a muscular man, wearing a tank top and jeans. He had black and white streaks in his hair, and his eyes were confident, proud gold. he rushed over and got this drunk off of Akaashi. He made the guy run with his tail between his legs.

Akaashi looked at his savior, the man looked at him, and Something just felt......right. the bi-colored man questioned if he was alright. Akaashi nodded, and this man smiled a wide smile at Akaashi, which made Akaashi blush a little bit. This man retrieves the jacket and dusts it off.

He handed this jacket to Akaashi saying, "Hey hey hey, my name Bokuto!" And he glanced at Akaashi, examined him, and then Bokuto's eyes widened at the tattoo on him. Just then Kenma and Kuroo ran out, Kenma wrapped Akaashi in a hug.

Akaashi hugged Kenma, and Kuroo sat on the side and noticed his best bro Bokuto was there. Akaashi looked at Bokuto after Kenma let go. He bowed and thank him but that's when Kuroo noticed where he saw that tattoo.

Because it was Bokuto's one! But what Kenma noticed wasn't so great. He saw the scars on Akaashi's arm that related to the reddish-pink lines on Bokuto's arms. He would wait till they go home before talking to him about it.

Akaashi turned and was about to walk off. But Bokuto grabbed his wrist which made Akaashi glance back at Bokuto. The bi-colored man shuttered, "S-s-so, could I take you for a d-d-drink?...A-A-AS A THANKS" Then awkwardly laughed.

Akaashi couldn't help but giggle a little at the man. "Sure why not?" He said as he took Bokuto's hand and they sat next to each other inside the bar, Akaashi saw the tattoo, he didn't want to be super hopeful....but maybe..

kenma sighed and grabbed Kuroo's hand. Kuroo glanced at Kenma, his eyebrow raised. Kenma glanced at Kuroo giving a small smile to Kuroo and Kuroo returned with a big grin. They turned and walked away hand and hand to give the other two some space.

Bokuto told Akaashi many different funny things whether it was little stupid jokes or moments in his life. Akaashi's little giggles made Bokuto's heart flutter like a baby owl trying to fly. This was the prettiest man Bokuto has ever since.

Bokuto thinks this is his soul mate and if it is then he is the luckiest man alive. After hours of talking the two left the bar. They couldn't wait to see each other next time.

(Few months later)


Akaashi was getting ready for a date he had with Bokuto. He had long since quit doing his bad old nasty habits. All the scars on his arms were healed and no permanent damage was done. he hadn't felt empty since he met Bokuto.

Bokuto brightened his whole world, he finished getting ready and knocked at Kenma's door with no response. He cracked open the door to see Kuroo on one side of Kenma's bed and Kenma sleeping on his chest. Both shirtless with lots of different markings all over each other, Akaashi slowly closed the door. He wouldn't let Kenma live this down for weeks!

He skipped out the door and went to meet up spot and saw Bokuto waiting for him sitting at a bench. Akaashi decided to sneak up on Bokuto. Bokuto was looking at all the past text he's gotten from Akaashi.

He's 100% that Akaashi is his soulmate he just needs to figure out how to say it. He feels hands cut his eyes and he hears his favorite voice say "guess who?" "It's Akagshi!" He yelled and they both started to crack up.

They walked around the park for a bit then went for dinner. And Bokuto took Akaashi to the beach, They walked along the sand, after about 10 minutes of walking...."Hey Akaashi." "Hm? What is it Bokuto-san?" "I wanna tell a thought I have been having for a while." "What is it?"

"Well..... I think that we're soul mates...." Akaashi felt his heart race a bit. "Because whenever I get a bruise or something you get some mark where it is and we both have the same tattoo but yours is red.... too much of a coincidence don't ya think?" Boukto said with a small smile on his face.

Then added, " Akaashi...I guess what I'm trying to say is I-I love you and I want to go with you...." Akaashi stopped walking and Bokuto turned when he noticed and he saw Akaashi....tears coming down his face. Bokuto rushed over and hugged Akaashi, who also hugged back.

Bokuto cupped Akashi's face in his hands."What's wrong Akaashi.... do you now wanna be soulmates." Immediately Akaashi replied with a sniffle "*N-no it's that... aren't you mad at me! I use to sleep around with other men, I hurt myself, so why....why do you still love me!"

By this point, Akaashi was almost bawling. Bokuto held him closer and whispered in his ear. "Because I was never mad at you in the first place..... Just because I am your soul mate doesn't mean I control your life, if you loved someone else and not me then that's was fine!

But that's why I'm asking you now.... will you be my partner?" Then kissed Akaashi, his hands still wrapped around Akashi's face. They were happy with each other's warmth, only parting when they were desperate for air.

Both panting, Akaashi shoved his face into Bokuto's chest. Despite the slightly muffled sounds, Bokuto could hear," yes, I think I'd like that..." With that, Bokuto was beaming and picked up Akaashi and twirled him around. Both were now laughing, their whole bodies buzzing with excitement.

After that they hugged for a bit then Akaashi felt his phone vibrating Bokuto's face got pouty. Akaashi answered the call and it was Kenma asking him to pick up some things, Akaashi agreed and ended the call. He glanced up at the pouty owl and grabbed his hand with made Bokuto's face light up.

Akaashi said they should probably tell Kenma and Kuroo. With that Boukto nodded and they both walked back to the car to grab the things Kenma asked for and to share good news hand in hand. "I love you."

Even as the years went on they knew they would be together no matter what happened...
The end :>

Thank you for reading! I hoped you enjoyed it. (Credit to the artist for the art in this one shot)