五。サップライズ「斉藤壮馬」

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A/N: Saitou-san's smile 💕💕💕

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"Uwah~ I'm full." I said as I stretched my arms.

The two of us were sitting next to each other in his office, finishing our lunches.

"Okay, that means dessert!" Souma said as he stood up.

"Wah, no more!" I said then he suddenly wrapped his arms around me.

"The dessert's not for you! It's for me! It's a really sweet treat that I eat everyday. It's called (F/N)." He said with a smile.

"Oh, if that's the case, I also have room for dessert." I said as we both smiled then leaned in.

But before our lips could touch.

"HEY, SOUMA, (F/N)!"

I pushed Souma away so they wouldn't notice what was about to happen.

"What brings you here, Murase-san, Ishikawa-kun?" I asked with a smile as Souma pouted and sat back down on his chair.

"We're here to take Saitou-san!" Ishikawa-kun exclaimed.

"He's all yours. Just bring him back by 6. Have fun!" I bid as the two dragged Souma away.

"Wait! I still have to finish my dessert!" Souma exclaimed.

"Alright, alright. Hurry up. We'll wait for you outside the building." Murase-san said as the two walked out.

"So, you were saying?" I asked in a teasing tone as he laughed and shook his head then wrapped his arms around me.

"I promise it won't take long." He said then kissed me.

"It's fine. You just go enjoy. You're not a young adult forever, ya know." I said as I held his arms that were wrapped around me.

He kissed me again then bid goodbye.

I soon cleaned up the desk to continue working.

☆☆☆

The next week, Souma and I went out on a park date.

"Hey, (F/N), are you cold?" He asked me.

"Yeah, a little bit.." I replied.

The two of us were sitting on a bench and I was pressing my palms onto the bench and swinging my legs to help make the coldness go away.

"Then I have no choice! They say that a kiss is warmer than a blanket, right? Let's see if that's legit." He said then closed his eyes and leaned in.

I closed my eyes as well, but immediately opened them when I heard a familiar voice.

"Hey, Souma!" I heard Umehara yell.

I immediately pushed Souma away and grabbed his hat then laid down on his lap. I used his fedora to cover my face to make me look like I was asleep. I didn't cover a small corner of my face so I could see what was going on.

"Hello, Umehara-san, Eguchi-san." Souma greeted.

"Is (F/N) sleeping?" Eguchi-san asked.

Souma simply nodded and placed a finger on his lips to signal them to be quiet.

"We'll just talk next time. It was nice seeing you here. Give (F/N) our regards." I heard Umehara say.

I then heard the two walking away. I took a sigh of relief then removed the hat from my face.

"Not one moment of privacy, is there?" I asked.

Souma then gave me a half-hearted smile then shook his head.

Souma and I have been keeping our relationship a secret so everyone doesn't know that we're dating. Well, except for Hatano-san who always saves our weak little hearts.

We didn't want others to know yet since we're really afraid that the media will break our relationship. We trust our friends, but stalkers are everywhere. There could be billions of cameras behind one voice actor. We wouldn't know.

And I actually have another reason, but I haven't told Souma. I don't want the fans to bash him. I mean, not to belittle myself or Souma, but who in the right mind would date their PA?

Okay, sure. We are childhood friends, close friends, and best friends, but to be in a relationship with your PA no matter who he or she is, that kinda sounds bad for others.

Suddenly, my phone rang. I sat back up then opened my bag and answered the call.

"Hello? This is (L/N). How can I help you?" I said.

"Hello? (L/N), it's (good friend's first name)." He said.

"Hey! It's been so long! High school, right?" I asked.

"Yeah. We all kinda parted ways there. So I heard you're Souma's PA?" He asked.

"Yeah, there's no other job I'd prefer." I said.

"That's so cool of you. Hey, are you two finally dating?" He asked.

"Yes." I admitted.

"Since when?" He asked.

"Almost a year ago." I replied.

"Awesome. I have good news. I have a radio station now. It's always being hosted by random guests. I'd like you guys to be the host for next week, what do you say?" He asked.

"Uhm, I think you should ask Souma." I said as I handed Souma the phone.

"Who is it?" He asked as he accepted the phone.

"It's (good friend's first name)." I said.

"Hello?... Hey, it's been quite some time... Sorry, I'll be busy recording for Hand Shakers next week, but you can bring (F/N) along... No, it's fine. It's gonna be a good experience for her... No... yeah... oh, shut up... okay, see ya." Souma said then handed me back my phone.

"Souma, we might be dating, but as your personal assistant, I have to make sure that-"

"As your boss, you have to listen to my requests. I'm your best friend before I'm your boss. Remember that I have different obligations for both, but I can turn both things my way when needed." He said.

I sighed.

"Thank you, Souma. You sure you can manage the recording sessions on your own?" I asked.

"Yes~ Don't worry about me, just go have fun." He said with a smile.

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"Souma, seriously, you don't have to worry about me. Go to your recording." I said.

"Alright. Just call me when the show is over. I'll come pick you up." He said.

"Okay~" I said then kissed his cheek then drove off.

I entered the building of where the radio show was going to be held. I was both nervous and excited. I waa just asked to host the show, but I have no idea exactly what I'm going to do.

I entered the elevator then pressed the button of my designated floor. I then calmly walked out when I arrived. I then went directly to Studio B.

I knocked before I entered.

"Good morning, I'm (L/N) (F/N). Pleasure to meet you all. I'm glad to be working with you." I said with a bow.

"(F/N), the show's about to start. Just sit here and read this. You'll do great! Enjoy!" (good friend's first name) said.

I sat on the desk with a microphone on top. I placed the earphones into my ears. I grabbed the script on the desk then spoke into the mic.

"Good morning, everyone. The weather sure is great today. I'm your host for today, (L/N) (F/N)! Most of you may know me as the supportive student at [whatever school she attendee], while others may know me as the personal assistant of Saitou Souma-san. Well, I must say, it's an honor to be here. I actually have no idea what I'm going to do, but I hope to be able to go with the flow." I said then everyone inside the room clapped.

I laughed then continued.

"So today, I will be... giving advice and translating Japanese to English... huh? Oh, okay. Well, you see, I am a graduate of Linguistics in English and I was sort of a cupid or couples counselor during my high school and university days. The owner of this radio show is actually a good friend of mine from high school. Haha. That's why the purpose of today's show is for me to help others. Haha." I said.

"Okay. So you may call me at 090-XXX-XXXX. You may ask any questions about English or relationship related matters." I said as I was handed a cellular phone which was to be connected to the earplugs that I was wearing.

I only wore one earplug since the other one is being used for the microphone so the caller's voice may be heard on the radio.

"Okay, we have a caller. Hello?" I said as I answered the call.

"Hello? (L/N)-san?" A boy's voice spoke.

"Ah hello. May I know your name?" I asked.

"I'm Kitahara Koi. Nice to meet you." He said.

"Nice to meet you, Kitahara-kun. What would you like to ask me?"

"I'd like to ask for advice please." He said.

"Alright, I'm all ears."

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I've practically answered four long calls now. I've been on air for half an hour. I've been saying some comedic things on air since that is really my nature.

"Okay, the fifth caller. Hello, caller number five! Five is my lucky number by the way. Haha! Hello?"

"Hello, (L/N)-san."

My heart thumped as I heard his voice.

"So-Saitou-san, aren't you supposed to be at a recording?" I asked to avoid any awkwardness.

I almost called him Souma. That was close.

"Yes, but I'm on break. I'd like to hear a translation and gain some advice please." He said.

"Alright, what would you like me to translate and to give advice for?" I asked curiously.

"Well, there's this girl that I've had my eye on for quite a while. She has a very good command of the English language. I'd like to ask her to be my girlfriend in English."

Souma?!? What is this?!? What in the world are you broadcasting to entire world?!?!

"Okay. Here's how you say it.. I've liked you for a long time. Will you please be my girlfriend?" I said.

"Okay. I think I understand... I've liked you for a long time. Will you please be my girlfriend?" He said.

"Yeah, like that. I'm sure this girl would be very happy. Thank you for calling. If that's all, then.."

I stopped talking because he was silent all of a sudden.

"...So, where's my answer?" He said.

Oh my gosh. Is he trying to broadcast that we're dating?

"Uh, Saitou-san,—"

"Listeners, allow me to explain. I am Saitou Souma. Some may know me as the kind but quiet guy at school, the famous seiyuu, or the pal I had in high school. Truth is, when I was young, I fell for a girl. She was simple and kind. We shared the same dream.. to become famous voice actors who voice the characters that people like the most."

Tears flowed down my face as I realized he was telling our story.

"She's the one to thank for where I am now. She sent an application for me to 81 Produce. She fulfilled my dream, but not hers. I didn't talk to her ever since I became a voice actor. When I was finally an adult, the director of the company said that I was going to be given a personal assistant. How would I know that it was going to be her? When I first met her, she called me by my first name which confused me since I believed that I never saw her before. It was then months after when I realized that it was her. It turns out that she's given me her fake name. I was overjoyed when I knew that it was her." He said.

"I didn't understand how the director and staffs already knew her, but then, I eventually found out that she has been looking after me all this time. I was really surprised, but thankful. Months later, I asked her out. She and I have been dating for almost a year. I'm hoping that would change today." He said.

I then heard the door open. More tears streamed down as I saw him enter the room.

"(F/N), will you please be my girlfriend?" He asked as he handed me a single white rose in his hand.

"You realize this is plastic, right?" I said with a laugh.

"Well, I wanted it to be something you could keep forever." He said.

Something then caught my eye as I was looking at the flower. I saw something shining in the middle of the buds. I reached out to find a ring that said 「斉藤壮馬」.

I laughed then said, "I'm guessing you have one saying (L/N) (F/N)."

"Yeah.. so, uhm.."

"Yes, Souma. I'll be your girlfriend." I said as I hugged him.

"Thank you, (F/N)." He said as he squeezed me back and rested his chin on the crook of my neck.

This was definitely a surprise that I would always look forward to if it could replay.

-Omake-

(L/N): //smiling like an idiot at home while admiring her ring

(L/N): //phone rings

(L/N): Hello—

Saitou: I love you

(L/N): //blushes really hard

Saitou: //laughs

Saitou: Can you please open the door so I can—

(L/N): //runs to door and kisses him as soon as she sees him

Saitou: //smiles into the kiss

Saitou's thoughts:
I hope this isn't just because I asked her to be my girlfriend. Because I'll definitely long for this (the kiss) if I don't experience it everyday.

05|30|2017 ~ 5:51 pm