❛ NOZEL SILVA ❜
I'm still into you.

REQUESTED BY: ladystxrryy. Thank you!!

"She's coming back?"

Nebra forked a piece of waffle from the main plate, slicing it in half afterward while Solid nodded his head after drinking a glass of water. The two siblings are sharing their breakfast without the firstborn.

"I heard she was accepted on the Blue Rose squad yet underhanded."

"Oh," Nebra raised an eyebrow. "Sounds fishy."

"When was the last time we saw her? Five–no, probably seven years ago?"

The female shrugged her shoulders. "Who knows? Ask Nozel."

"What is it?"

The Captain of the Silver Eagles sat comfortably on his chair, unfolding a piece of cloth before placing it on his lap. It was unusual for him to be late for breakfast but the paper works are piling up and he knew what're his priorities.

Nozel grabbed his meal, "I heard my name."

The second son arched his eyebrows, intentionally tapping his slender fingers on the table. "She is coming back."

"She?"

Solid chuckled. "Oh brother, don't act as if you don't know. You knew exactly who I am about."

The latter then used enough time to realize what his younger brother is talking about. Seconds after, the realization hit him like a dump truck.

"You mean–"

"Exactly," Nebra butted in. "Aw, is my brother finally going to marry–"

"Nebra." Nozel's voice became serious and scary. "Stop."

His female sibling let out a heartily laugh, wiping her mouth with a tissue before elegantly standing up. She then followed by Solid, leaving the firstborn alone on the dining table.

"Let's see how long you can keep up with that pride of yours, brother."

Nozel mentally scoffed. Dare me.

[ TIMESKIP ]

No matter how Nozel tried to hide his excitement–no, uneasiness to be exact, his actions are still giving way for him. He spent his whole morning locked inside his office just to finish the paper works piled beside his table, avoiding any interruptions and interactions from other people, trying his best to finish his job before the afternoon.

"Dammit," he cursed under his breath, finally signing the last frigging paper.

Finally. He thought before stretching his arms in the air, abruptly standing up from his seat before fixing himself. He's going to the Capital, not to see Y/N, but to catch some air. Is that so? He knew very well that he can spend the rest of his day reading books instead of visiting the place wherein he thought he might bump into you.

Well, yes, you're his childhood friend but his childhood sweetheart? No. No matter how much you tried to get clingy and sweet to him the moment you realized you caught feelings for your best friend, he remained skeptical. But what is happening to him right now? Let's admit it, he wanted to see you, but being the tsundere he is, of course, he wouldn't disclose it.

Once Nozel arrived at the Capital, the first thing he saw was your petite figure, not standing too far from him. Captain Charlotte is with you and it feels like his feet were glued to the floor. It's been years since he last saw you and dang, just by looking, it brings back so many memories.

That's when you realized his presence. You were in utter shock. Your crush, childhood crush to be more specific, is here standing before you, with the look of longingness on his face.

"Oh my God, Nozel!"

Mindlessly dropping the handwritten letters you just received from multiple suitors, you gave your best friend a jump hug.

"I missed you so much!"

Of course, the latter was surprised too. He wanted to push you away but your scent was too alluring to decline.

"I–Me too..." Nozel whispered as you let go.

"So, how are you? I heard you're a captain now! Aw, how lucky! Tell me, tell me! Is it fun to be one?!"

You used this chance to cope up with each other's lives. You and your best friend mindlessly walked away from the crowd before you noticed that you're now in the garden. While he kept on talking and blabbering about how hard and busy being a captain is, you face palmed before admiring his face.

He looked more matured now, you thought.

His eyes, his nose, those freaking kissable lips, he's still the same handsome Nozel you knew, the Nozel who is very skeptical and serious about his goals and life. The same old best friend you love.

Who knew that after all this time, I'm still into him?

"Are you still listening to me, Y/N?"

You chuckled. "Of course, of course. Keep talking, go ahead."

But actually, you don't know what he's talking about anymore. You were lost in your thoughts, remembering all those fantasies you made up with him. Seven years passed and many boys tried to catch your attention but no, you turned them all down. Why? That beating organ of yours was stolen by someone already. You knew you should be over all the butterflies but–

"I'm still into you..."

"What?"

You blinked twice. "What?"

"What are you talking about, Y/N?"

"What am I talking about?!"

You started to panic but tried your best to hide it from Nozel.

"You just said something."

"I just said something?!"

Nozel rolled his eyes. "Stop copying my words."

"I am not copying your words!"

He scoffed. "I'm pretty sure I heard you say something. Say it again."

Authority was painted on his tone and it made you stiff. Did you just say your thoughts out loud?! Goddammit, how could you be this clumsy?! Looking around, you tried to change the topic and lessen the tension formed in the air.

"N-Nozel, look! Birds can fly?!"

"Now, you're acting weird."

You blushed intensely. "I-I'm not acting weird, silly! I just realized that birds can fly!"

"Oh? You thought they can swim?"

"O-Oh," now you're looking dumb and stupid in front of your crush. "Yes, my bad."

Trying to shake things up by laughing it off, Nozel stopped from buying your jokes and finally stood up from his seat, now walking towards you with piercing eyes glued on your orbs. Your heart automatically skipped a beat, feeling a connection from mere stares.

"N-Nozel?"

"Spill again what you said earlier." He commanded.

"Uh, the one when I told you that I'm still listening to your stories–"

"No," He shook his head. "After that."

"I-I'm pretty sure I didn't say anything–"

"Don't make me repeat myself, Y/N. Spill it again."

"B-But–"

His strong pair of arms suddenly wrapped around on your waist as he pulled your body closer to his, his kissable lips finally slamming on your soft ones. You were shocked and frozen, obviously! Your best friend, your crush, Nozel, is kissing you!

Okay but, what the hell is happening?!

"Now, will you repeat it for me?"

You met Nozel's gaze as you realized how close he is to you now. You were scared to admit your feelings at first but you knew there's no escape from this. Nozel is so persistent and no one dared to disobey and decline his orders. You'll face punishments, of course. Your shaky, slender fingers traced his lips as your blush became more visible on your face.

Fine, if this is his way of making me say it, let me enjoy it first.

"I will say it but..."

"But?"

"Kiss me again."

He chuckled. "Oh Y/N, you knew I could do more than that."

It made you raise an eyebrow. "Is that so? Then I guess I won't say it again–"

"Spill it. Please?"

This one made you laugh. He finally said 'please'! He never said it his whole life! Pinching his nose, you kissed his cheeks as a faint blush crept on his fluffy and chubby cheeks.

"I'm still into you, Nozel..."

Your best friend smiled, catching your hand. "I love you too, Y/N."

"So, where's my reward?"

"Reward?" He said, arching a brow.

"You told me you can do more than a kiss! Now, give me that!"

Nozel chuckled music to your ears, before uncaging you temporarily from his touch. He poked your forehead with a sly smirk plastered on his face.

"Let me cook something for you."

"Cook?"

He nodded his head. "Why? Are you expecting something else?"

"I–No! I-I mean..."

Nozel grabbed your hand before dragging you away from the garden, different things running on his mind. Man, there's no way he'll give in to the call of his hormones. Not in broad daylight, not in public.

He shook his head before muttering under his breath, "You naughty little girl."