(fanfic) APH-Lovely maid Yao-chapter 12

Chapter 12

 

Since the beginning of his math class, Yao has been trying to listen to the teacher’s explanations; however he couldn’t focus on the subject. In fact, for the last couple of minutes, the Chinese couldn’t help but to feel observed, really observed. Maybe he was simply a little paranoid or maybe he was imagining stuff because he was tired, but somehow this feeling didn’t stop bothering him. 

What he didn’t realised, though, was that he was simply observed by his usual Russian stalker. A few seats behind Yao, Ivan’s total attention was on the Chinese instead of to be on what the teacher was saying. Math was Ivan’s favourite class; however it was simply because he had a seat very close to his crush and could admire him the entire time instead of actually paying attention to what he was supposed to...

Though, recently, he wished that time at school could pass a little faster, like this he could go back and spent time with Yao-Yao.

 The blond was happy that each day he could visit the Chinese; in fact, their relation seemed to improve each time he visited him. In only a couple of days, he was able to speak to Yao, walk with him and he even made him smile. Not to mention he could still admire Yao wearing the amazing maid outfit.

 In addition, yesterday, Ivan had a hug from him, a very short hug, but a hug nonetheless. Maybe today he would have another hug or possibly finally a kiss?!  One thing was sure; he definitely couldn’t wait for the kiss!

At last, the bell chimed, snapping Ivan out of his thoughts and announcing the dinner break. It was only the middle of the day and Ivan already couldn’t wait to be out of this place and go to the café again. Usually, his first thought would be to get out of class rapidly, but instead he decided to approach Yao who was still at his desk.

“Yao-Yao!”Ivan chimed to his crush who was slowly packing his school bag.”How are you today?”

“F-fine and you?” Yao asked still a little disturbed about the suspicious feeling he had earlier.

“Perfect~” The blond replied happily. After his question of yesterday about the kiss, he was more than glad to see that things weren’t awkward between them.  Exactly one week ago, his interactions with Yao 

wouldn’t have been this friendly. This was a good sign, right?

“So, how did you found today’s math class?”The Russian asked, trying to start a conversation.

 “…Hm…troubling aru…” Yao actually said, unsure of how to describe it. He felt a little bad for not having paid much attention in class today. He had a feeling that he would have to study a lot to catch up with what he just missed.

“It’s the same for me. Math sure is worrying da?”

...Especially when one doesn’t listen in class…

“Yeah…did you talk about my job to anyone?”The dark haired Asian suddenly inquired, with a small serious tone. He hoped he didn’t sound too rude, but he simply had to ask it and the sooner was the better.   

“What? No! I didn’t do that!”Ivan replied, confused with the unexpected question.

“Please, promise me you won’t tell anyone about it aru!”Yao demanded again.

“I promise!”

And the Chinese was, in fact, truly relieved to hear that. He could say he trusted this promise more than another one that was made by some American he knew.

“I already told you that I will not talk about your job to anyone. Have you forgotten?”The tall one pointed out with a playful tone.

 “Yes, it’s true aru…Thank you, Ivan…”Yao kindly answered. He was secretly grateful that Ivan accepted to keep this a secret.

“You are very welcomed Yao.”

The Asian gave the other a small smile before leaving the class.

Ivan could make it official; Yao’s smiles were so precious. That was enough to completely cheer him up. It would be even more wonderful if Yao could smile like this at work.

“S-so, do you want to have lunch with me da?”Ivan finally proposed, quickly following Yao out of the class.

“Well, I usually have lunch with my cousins, aru…”The other remarked with a concerned look.

 “Ha….” The blond only said. He was obviously disappointed to hear this.

“But, if you want, you can join us…”Yao rapidly added. Even if the Russian was still having his usual smile, Yao could see that the other was saddened. In fact, Yao wondered if Ivan had someone to actually eat lunch with. Last time he saw the blond at the lunch break he was eating at the study room with their usual group of classmates; Francis, Arthur and Alfred. If Ivan had to endure these annoying westerners, like Yao had to yesterday, each dinner, that guy must have the worst lunch breaks ever! He sincerely was sad for him.

“…No, it’s okay Yao. I will have lunch with my other friends then…” The Russian assured with a bashful smile.

On the other hand, the Asian was not convinced with this answer. He was about to invite Ivan to join him and his cousins for lunch again, but before he could speak, he heard someone call for him from the other side of the hall.

“Aniki!!!”

Yao didn’t even need to turn his head to know that it was his cousin Yong who was a little impatient.

“I’m coming!” He quickly shouted at the other.

“Well, see you later aru.”Yao told Ivan, before leaving him to join his cousin.

The Russian couldn’t help but to beam a smile when he heard his crush say “see you later”. So Yao was expecting to see him later after all.

“Yes, see you later!”Ivan said cheerfully. He seriously couldn’t wait to be “later”.

And, unfortunately, this is when he remembered that he needed money for that…

“Dude! You still have the intention of going at the café?! Are you insane?!”A sudden irritating voice remarked. The Russian slowly looked next to him to see that Alfred and Arthur were apparently eavesdropping his last conversation with Yao.

“I’m not insane.” It was the only reply Ivan gave. He definitely didn’t want those idiots to come ruin his day with Yao again. Therefore, the less they knew, the better it was.

“Why? Do you have the intention to go back there, da? Kolkolkolkol!”He added with a bitter tone.

“Dude did you see the prices?!  I can have way better at Mc Donald’s and I would spend less money!”The American exclaimed.

 “Really?”Ivan asked surprised. He never thought that he could get rid of these morons that easily. It must be his lucky day, after all.

“Seriously, only like the Queen of England has the money to go there more than once.” Obviously this was exaggerating, but to Alfred it wasn’t and it only made Arthur wince at this ridiculous comparison.

“Yes. Of course, the Queen…”The British muttered sarcastically.

"So none of you will go there again?”Ivan inquired once more, to be certain.

“Not me, that’s for sure.” Arthur complained with an irritating tone.”I have way more important things to do than waste my money there. The food is rubbish! And I will spare my opinion on the service!”

It didn’t take long for Ivan to give a threatening glare at the British. Was he implying that Yao’s service wasn’t good?

“Artie, no offence, but I think you are simply still grumpy because Yao is making more money than you and because the manager told you they didn’t need new employees.”Alfred bluntly stated.

“NO!! I am not upset because of that, you idiot!”Arthur snapped angrily at the other. He rapidly stormed away, leaving the American behind.

“Wait! Arthur! Don’t go away! Can you still help me for my English report?!!”Alfred screamed, trying to follow Arthur.

“Good riddance…”Ivan snickered.  Now he could focus on his plan to find more money.

***

At noon, it was always a pain trying to find a table to eat at the cafeteria. Therefore when Yao and Yong arrived there, they were so thankful to see that their cousin Kiku already found a table. As soon as they sat, Yao hastily unpacked his lunch more than eager to eat. He thought that if he finished his dinner soon, he could probably try to catch up with what he missed in math class.

“So Aniki, what were you doing with the creepy Russian with a scarf and a big nose?”The Korean suddenly questioned with an alarmed tone.

“You know him?”The Japanese quickly inquired with a mix of worry and shock.

Well, it seemed like Yao wouldn’t have the time for maths this noon…

 “Y-yeah somehow aru.”Yao answered, unsure of what was the point of these questions. He didn’t really like how they were asking this like it was something terrible.

“What was he doing with you?”Kiku asked again.

“He is in the same class as me and was just asking questions, nothing important.”Yao replied, trying to avoid talking about the fact that the Russian was always seeing him at work. The last thing he wanted was to involve his family into his work; he had enough complications with simply acquaintances.

“But it seems like you will see him later. I heard you say something like this da-zee!”The Korean pointed out skeptically, remembering his cousin’s last words before departing the Russian.

“W-well…”Yao seriously didn’t know what to say that wouldn’t force him to talk about his work. He had a feeling that if he told them that his stalker comes to see him every day at his work, they would be worried, which would be ridiculous. It’s not like Ivan was actually doing something suspicious. That guy only came each day to see him work and give him money…

…Now that he thought about it, it was a little suspicious…But Ivan had been really kind until now, Yao could even say that the blond was sweet; suspicious, but sweet.

He slowly looked at his cousins to realise that both were curiously waiting for an answer. For the second time in less than 24 hours, Yao spaced out thinking about Ivan. Why was he doing that? And why it always happened when it wasn’t the time? The Chinese could feel his cheeks being red yet again.

“I-I said that because we have another class together this afternoon aru.”Yao stuttered, finally deciding to use this as an excuse.

“Okay…”Kiku said unsure of what to think about his older cousin’s troubled look. It was rare to see the other be hesitant.

“Wait a minute…”Yong gasped, realising that what his Chinese cousin said was strange.

His Aniki was blushing, stuttering, avoiding to look at them in the eyes, feeling uneasy and, in reality, his explanations seemed pretty odd….To Yong, there was only one logical explanation for this weird behaviour….

“Aniki! Don’t tell me that the creepy Russian is bullying you!” He screamed.

“Aiyaa! What?”The oldest Asian expressed, not understanding this weird accusation.

“Everything is clear now! That guy is such a troublemaker and I heard he is pretty cruel. Just tell me if he is bullying you! I’m going to show him not to bully my Aniki da-zee!”Yong exclaimed with many determination.

“It’s insane aru! That guy never did anything! He was asking normal question! Stop believing such stupid rumours!”Yao snapped furiously at Yong, scaring the other quite a little.

“O-okay Aniki….”

“We are sorry. We didn’t want to frustrate you.” Kiku told the Chinese, trying to calm his unexpected anger.

“Y-yes Aniki I am truly sorry.”The Korean rapidly added, with a worried look on his face.

“I-I am not frustrated aru.”Yao slowly remarked.

“But you look unhappy….”

“I-I just…” Well Yao had to admit that he wasn’t showing any positive emotions at the moment. “I simply don’t think it’s fair to judge someone only because of rumours aru…”He added a little embarrassed to have felt irritated because of such a little thing.

“I agree with you….but just be careful.”Kiku warned. 

“…”The older Asian couldn’t shake the feeling that the Japanese meant something with this.

“So Yong, I heard you got tickets for a concert next Friday. Are you excited?”Kiku suddenly asked his Korean cousin, hoping to change the atmosphere and the subject.

“Yes. I can’t wait for it!! I’m sure it’s going to be amazing da-zee!!”