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Characters: Ryou [__sarak], Malik [scarred_bronze]
Rating: PG-13 for boys making out. As if you expected anything less. :X
Summary: It's Ryou's birthday, three weeks late, and he finds that this birthday turns out much better than his last one.
Standing in the kitchen, Ryou's hand extended out and he opened up the fridge door. Bending over, Ryou leant in to scan the fridge' contents. Frowning as he saw not much of anything to make, he got a little closer in to rummage. Who knew? Maybe there was something hidden? Eyes widening, he grabbed for a hidden pudding, yanking it out in excitement. He was so shocked he even found that! Yes, and he would once again, for the 2nd time that day, escape having to make some real food for himself. He supposed he could've all day and then he wouldn't have been so hungry then, but he had just felt a bit tired and had lazed around. Plus, cooking meant making a mess and for once, Ryou really wasn't in the mood to clean. Of course, not cleaning meant not cooking which meant he had only picked at things all day, equaling to a whole banana and a few chips. He hated to eat when Malik wasn't around though because he liked to be able to eat dinner with him, so he always tried to hold himself off.
Sighing, Ryou closed the fridge, fingers daintily pulling back the aluminum top and stuck his tongue down into the pudding, taking a small lap, taste buds overwhelmed with the sensation of chocolate. Smiling happily, he knew it would be good enough until Malik got home which would hopefully be soon. Hopping up onto the counter, he sat there, swinging his legs, licking at his pudding. He knew he'd only be hungry again within another hour, but at least it would hold him off. Besides, maybe he could keep his mind off food and go out looking for applications. He was getting much too tired of living off of Malik and felt overly guilty for doing so. It wasn't fair and he hated not being able to contribute to thei-err, Malik's apartment since he ate alot too. Besides, then if he worked, he wouldn't feel like such a loser with the only thing to look forward to being Malik coming home...
Malik, much like his boyfriend, couldn't wait to be home. Particularly because it was Ryou's birthday, and he absolutely hated that he had to work - or rather, that he'd fibbed about having to work. There was no way in hell that he was going to do any actual work today, but there was one thing that needed to be done, and that was buying a present for said boyfriend.
Up until a couple of weeks before, he hadn't had much of an idea of what to get for Ryou. But once the day actually arrived, well... Malik was sure that he'd enjoy his gift.
Once he arrived back at the apartment complex, Malik bounded up to his own, quite eager to present Ryou with the gift, which was somewhat neatly stuffed into a large, colorful bag. "Oi, Ryou!" he called, setting the gift bag down on the couch. He wandered into the kitchen, only to find Ryou seated up on the counter, licking at a cup of pudding. "Ohh, so there you are~."
Sitting there, Ryou softly hummed along to the radio that was playing in the living room, head bobbing along to the song. It was one he didn't know, but then again, he didn't know a lot. He liked music well enough but was just never one to bury himself in it. He knew a few bands and that was well enough for him-well, he only knew a few bands before Malik, of course. Now that he had a boyfriend who was really into music, he was really happy because he always felt like such a loser when people would talk about bands and songs he had never even heard about. He spent so much of his time watching shows that were more educated and wasn't one for music videos and MTV. It was only one more reason it amazed him someone like Malik actually gave him a chance. There were so many people that had Malik's similar interests, yet he picked Ryou who tended to be clueless on so many of them. Whatever though, he was happy and Malik was happy. It just reminded him once again how lucky he was...
There wasn't much more a person could ask for. Ryou was enough of a gift to last him for years to come. Contently, he smiled and took another lap of his pudding, getting to the vanilla, which was his favorite part. It was then though that he heard footsteps upon the entrance tile. Ears perking as his name was called, Ryou immediately found himself grinning, eyes shining brightly as he peered to the hallway, waiting for a familiar face to emerge. "Hey!" he chimed, taking another lick of his pudding cup before setting it down. "Yeah, I was trying to find something to eat but what's up? How was work?"
Malik grinned and walked over to him, leaning against the counter next to where his boyfriend was sitting. "Well," he purred, peering down at the other - even when he was seated on the counter, Ryou was still shorter. "Work, if you could even call it that today, was great. It didn't take long at all, which means I get to come home early and spend more time with you." Okay, so that wasn't really the truth, but Ryou would find that out soon enough.
"Although, I'm more concerned with how your day's been," Malik said, leaning over to nip at Ryou's ear slightly. "Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't today a certain someone's birthday~? A certain somebody who just so happens to be entering their last year as a teenager, has fluffy white hair, and a sexy boyfriend? 'Cause y'know, I'm not too good at remembering these things..."
Picking up his pudding cup again, Ryou tilted it downward and took a big gulp, finishing off most of the little snack. Gulping it down, he set the cup back on the counter once again, eyes meeting his boyfriend's. "Mm? Then I guess that does make it a really good day if you get to come home and see me earlier," he joked sarcastically, letting out a soft laugh. Leaning over to the side, he kissed at Malik's cheek, murring. "You know I missed you though." And that-as sadly as it was since Malik really hadn't been gone all that long today, was extremely true. In the apartment, he could only entertain himself so long before he just grew bored of being by himself. He was spoiled now and too used to having company, being alone wasn't something he was fond of.
Slouching back, Ryou kicked his feet playfully, eyes closing when his ear was nibbled on. "Mm..." Giggling, he gave a soft shrug. He really hadn't even thought about it being his birthday all day. Sure he knew, but it just wasn't that important to him any longer. Once his brothers had grown up and were more into hanging out with friends than being at home, that was really the last time he ever got excited about such an activity. He just hoped this year wouldn't turn anything out like last birthday. Honestly, he had even been dreading it a bit. So far though, he was in the clear and there were no disturbing dolls or other highly erotic items waiting for him and this he couldn't have been happier of. "I suppose it is..." He trailed off, arms reaching out for the male, wanting to be closer. "I just hope by saying 'yes', that means you'll help me in finding something better to eat than just pudding? I'm wasting away!" Lifting his shirt, he poked at his ribs in humor. "And also make sure my Brothers never find me for certain reasons that don't need to be mentioned? I think I'd like this birthday to go on without being highly mortified..."
As a pair of arms wrapped around his neck, Malik leaned in, resting his head on Ryou's shoulder. "Aww, I'm sorry you're starving to death, Ry. Did I not leave enough food for you?" he asked jokingly, arms curling about the smaller boy's waist. "I'll make us some dinner if you want." He wasn't about to ask about what happened during Ryou's last birthday; knowing Bakura and Diabound, Malik was pretty sure that he'd be quite disturbed at what the older Bakurae had done for Ryou.
Remembering his present, he lifted his head to look Ryou in the eyes. "I got you something, though," he said, a big grin on his face. "Wanna go see what it is?"
A warm sensation washed over Ryou as his boyfriend moved in closer, making them touch. Murring in happiness, Ryou's fingers contently curled in Malik's blonde locks, hugging him affectionately. "Mm, no you did... And are you sure? I know you've probably been busy all day. I just didn't bother to make anything 'cuz I was waiting for you," he admitted, tilting his head to kiss Malik's neck. "I can cook dinner if you'd rather go relax, I don't mind. It's not like I've really done anything yet all day so..."
"Huh?" Surprise pooled in chocolate depths as his own head rose to meet Malik's. "You did?" Smiling softly, Ryou leant in to kiss at the corner of Malik's mouth. "You know you didn't really need to... You already made my birthday great by coming home early, that really is enough..." Of course, that didn't mean he wasn't curious to see what it was. He hoped Malik hadn't spent too much on it, whatever it was. A box of cream puffs was good enough for him. "But yeah, I mean...I want to see it! I'd be stupid not to like presents."
Malik's grin widened as he pulled away from the other's grasp, reaching down to grip his hands instead. "C'mon, then," he said, tugging Ryou down to his feet. He led the younger boy into the living room, where there was a large multicolored gift back sitting on the couch.
"I kinda lied," Malik said sheepishly, rubbing the back of his neck. "I didn't work at all today. I just went out to get your present. Though you can't say I didn't do anything productive; I actually managed to package it somewhat neatly. Wrapping gifts isn't my strong suit." He let go of Ryou's hand, nudging him toward the couch.
Sticking up from inside the bag was a flat, square object wrapped in blue paper. "So... have at it, Ry."
Taking Malik's hands, Ryou hopped down from the counter, leaving his pudding cup abandoned. Following his boyfriend to the living room, he found himself at the couch where there was a large bag awaiting him. He really had no idea what it could've been. Maybe a book? After all, cream puffs weren't that huge. Whatever it was, Ryou was sure it was something good though because Malik always treated him better than he deserved and he guessed his present would be just as nice.
Blinking in a bit of shock, Ryou faced the other male, squeezing at his free palm. "You did? I hope it didn't take you a long time or anything! I mean really, anything would've been fine. I'd hate for you to put too much effort into a present for me." On birthdays, he always felt a bit guilty having people get him things, especially since Malik had. After all, Malik already treated him so well and basically let Ryou live -off- him in a way and that was too much already. Ryou felt like he had to pay every cent back because it just wasn't right....
Smiling warmly however, Ryou lunged at his boyfriend, giving him an appreciative squeeze. "Thank you so much!" he chimed, nuzzling into the other's chest. After all, it was the thought that counted in the end, no matter what it was. Letting him go, Ryou stepped over to have at the bag, removing the blue box, eyeing it curiously. Slowly, he began to unravel the paper.
Hovering over Ryou's shoulder, Malik smiled down at him as he unwrapped the gift. This was only part of what he'd gotten for his boyfriend - the other box inside the bag was the real gift, though both of them kind of went together. Ryou'd discover that soon enough, though.
Once Ryou finished unwrapping it, Malik spoke up again, resting his hands on the other's hips. "I thought you might like a scrapbook to keep photos in, since you... well, it just seemed like something you might like. It comes with a bunch of stickers and markers, so you can decorate the pages however you want."
A smirk formed on Malik's face as he wrapped his arms around Ryou's waist, giving him a gentle hug. "That's only part of it, though. Look in the bag again."
As Ryou unwrapped the box-shaped gift, he wasn't sure what exactly it was at first. It took undoing the paper from the sides to figure out what it was. Opening the scrapbook, he found the package with all the included pieces. It was really nice, he had to admit. Scrapbooking and photography were things Ryou had always wanted to get into but still; he lacked the main ingredient for that combination; a camera. Of course, he wasn't going to be sad over that fact. Someday, he'd have a camera so he could fill out a scrapbook with the photos. It would just be a present for later. Now he felt a bit sad he had never really taken photos before though and had some to at least start up on the scrapbook. Setting that aside though, he set the book on the ledge of the couch, hugging Malik again.
Reaching up to kiss his boyfriend's cheek, he gave him a light nudge. "Mm, thank you! It's really nice-there's more?" Pausing, Ryou let go of Malik, wandering back over to the bag. What else could Malik have gotten that would go with the scrapbook? Maybe it was just more decor to use for starting it? Hands reaching in, he lifted out another box, unwrapping it and eyes nearly bulging out of his head at the sight of the box.
It...
It -wasn't-. Biting his lip, his fingers slowly crept up the top of the box. Surely Malik wouldn't. Doing that would be illogical and a waste of Malik's money. Ryou didn't need anything that nice! No, there was probably something else in there that was smaller and -much- cheaper. A camera like that-Ryou both didn't deserve and Malik wouldn't have spent -that- much...right? Gulping, Ryou lifted up the top of the box, sure it had to be a mistake.
As he watched Ryou tug the lid of the box open, Malik smiled again, brushing a few white strands behind Ryou's ear. "It's not the exact model you were wanting, but the guy at the store said it was the next best thing... and that it was better for those who are just getting into photography." It wasn't as expensive either - though it still took a decent chunk out of Malik's wallet - but Ryou didn't need to know that.
"Even so, I hope you like it. You can take some stuff to actually put in the scrapbook now," Malik said, pressing a kiss to the side of Ryou's head. "Happy birthday, love."
Closing his eyes and opening them again, and widely, he still couldn't believe it. What was Malik doing, giving him something like that?! Didn't his boyfriend know this was way too much to give him? Sure they had been dating a long time and they loved each other a lot, but so...? Even his brothers didn't splurge and get him nice things like this! His friends didn't and his boyfriend shouldn't have, either. A new camera was too much to accept. How could he take something like that, even if it was what he had wanted most? It still wasn't right. He only felt guilty about getting it. Malik shouldn't have had to buy him one, he should've had to buy it himself. Yet, still...
He was so -happy-. Did Malik really feel he was worth giving something like that to? "N-No...it's great, it's really great..." he said a bit shakily, peering at the box again, amazed. Setting it down, he turned around to launch himself onto his boyfriend, kissing him very hard, absolutely smitten with the gift and his love for the male. "Oh my god, why did you get me that, Malik?! That's too nice for me, you really didn't need to spend so much! I mean, uh-uhm...I love it but...I just...I don't know what to say. No one's ever given me something so nice before..." Not any beside his parents, anyway! And even them getting him such nice things, he hated. It was so much and Malik had so many other things he probably wanted to buy. That camera was just too much... How could he accept something like that?
Ryou may have been smaller than him, but he could really put some power behind him if he wanted to. Malik had to step backward a little to keep them steady as he was suddenly pounced; he'd expected a reaction similar to this, but he wasn't going to fall down this time.
Once he'd been released from the breathtaking kiss his boyfriend had given him, Malik grinned widely, squeezing him around the waist. "I'm gonna go out on a limb and say that with having two older brothers, you got a lot of hand-me-downs over the years." He'd had a similar situation, but it wasn't quite the same - hand-me-downs from an older sister turned out to be... pretty odd.
"I kinda thought you needed something that was really yours. Other than me, that is."
He didn't even think about his weight or what would happen if he pushed so hard on the male that they fell over. He was too happy and frustrated over his new camera to even think currently, wondering why he deserved it in the first place. Why did it always seem to get better when he felt it couldn't be any more perfect than it already was?
Hugging the other tightly, Ryou just nuzzled into his shoulder, showing Malik just how much he adored him. "Wha...?" Hand-me-downs? It wasn't that bad, or what he made it out at first to think. A lot of the time, he probably could've had nicer things but he hated to ask and be given things he hadn't earned. He didn't want to seem too needy when he had two other brothers who had to have stuff, too. Asking his dad for expensive things like that just wasn't something he liked to do because he felt selfish when he did so. Getting up the nerve to ask him for the laptop for college had been hard enough a task for the poor boy. "No it's just...I mean...I don't know. I guess I just never feel like I deserve things like that. I don't like it when people go out of their way for me because it just makes me feel so guilty..." Kissing the male's neck warmly, he clung to him tighter, if possible.
"I, uhm...I don't even know what to say... Thank you. Thank you so much. I owe you so badly for that, you don't even know! Why do you love me so much, you make me feel so guilty, because I love it so much. I think...I don't deserve you..." Whispering, he pressed another kiss to Malik's neck before lifting his head to meet the other male's eyes. "Really...I don't...You're always too good..."
"...Ryou, it's your birthday," Malik said, nuzzling against his head. "Your birthday's the day that everything's supposed to revolve around you." Although Ryou ws right, to an extent; Malik knew that he spoiled his boyfriend, but he couldn't think of any reason why he shouldn't. He had a job that was good enough to make a living off of, he knew what he wanted to do in his life, and he had a boyfriend who deserved to be spoiled every once in a while.
Smiling, he leaned forward and kissed Ryou again. "Really, don't worry about it. You said you wanted to get into photography, and I think you'd be good at it. I wanted to help you take your first steps into the field."
"I know but..." He stopped, his boyfriend's words interrupting him mid-sentence. Still, what Malik said didn't exactly convince him it was right for Malik to give him such things. It was a lot of people's birthdate on September the 2nd and so many were more important than him. Why did Malik think it was so special? Either way, it wasn't like he couldn't accept the gift. That would've been rude, especially when Malik put so much thought into it. The idea of Malik liking to make him happy made him feel strange, like it wasn't something he had quite earned as of yet. He supposed if it had been Malik's birthday, he only would've done the same, but still! That was for Malik, not for him!
Kissing Malik back, he gave the male a soft smile, arms settling a bit easier at his neck, not strangling him of air anymore now that he had calmed a bit. "I do though... I just never thought I'd really get the chance but..." Kissing him again, he nuzzled their noses together happily. "Thank you. It really is the best thing I could've asked for besides what I've already got-but you knew that, you confident bum." Laughing, he squeezed the male tightly for a moment, before settling comfortably against him again. "I'll even dedicate a page of my scrapbook to you-if you're lucky." Too bad he knew the book would be close to completely filled of Malik. After all, there wasn't anything he loved more.
Ah, now there was the Ryou he knew - calling him a bum and pretending like he didn't absolutely adore him. Oh well, Ryou was cute when he played hard-to-get. "Gee, don't I feel loved," Malik said sarcastically, sticking his tongue out at the other boy. "I just so happen to think that I'm very lucky, and I'll bet anything that half of that book will end up with pictures of me in it." Yes, he definitely was a confident bum. A confident and sexy bum.
"You wanna take it for a test run?" he asked, looking back toward the camera. "Y'know, just to make sure it works. It's already got batteries in it, and it comes with instructions on how to work the thing."
Smiling at the sticking out of the tongue, Ryou playfully chomped out at it as if he were going to bite it off. "Shush! You already know you're loved, liar." Anyone would've had to be absolutely -blind- to not sense the adoration absolutely pouring from Ryou. Anyone would've been able to tell just how deeply he felt about his boyfriend; his life was devoted to him, anymore. "Lucky..? I don't know about that but...I guess one out of two isn't bad. My book would likely end up being an Ode to you, wouldn't it? Isn't that kind-of sad?" Laughing, Ryou kissed his boyfriend's cheek. Even if it was sad, it didn't mean he didn't love every moment of it. Being in love with the perfect person for him was almost too much for one lifetime.
"Yeah! I'll just take a quick glance over the instruction manual and we can!" Leaving his boyfriend, he took his whole entire one step away to grab up the box, padding over to the opposite side of the couch to have a seat. Folding his legs crisscross on the cushion, he opened the box with a smile and got to work, taking out the camera and the manual. Setting the camera beside him, he opened up the manual pages, flipping through it to find out the basics. "I bet I'll take such sucky pictures!"
Malik rolled his eyes at his boyfriend, plopping down next to him as he began to flip through the manual. "Oh, don't say that. You're gonna take some sexy pictures, and you know it." Really, any picture could be a good one as long as one could tell what was going on in it. Even some of the blurry ones could look pretty cool, if the right things were done to them.
He draped an arm over Ryou's shoulders, a smirk forming on his face. "And since there's not really much else to take pictures of, your first ones will be especially sexy because I'll be in them~." Oh, there was his ego getting in the way again.
"Mm?" Looking up from the manual, a smiling Ryou peered to Malik, giving a soft roll of eyes. "Oh, sure... I haven't even tried photography techniques before, how can you say I'd be any good when I don't know much about it? You have too high of hopes for my poor little failure self." Laughing, Ryou shook his head, thumbing through a few more pages just to check and make sure he had all the basics down, like how to flip from camera mode to actually viewing the pictures.
Leaning into the arm, he rested his head upon Malik's shoulder, reading on a bit longer. At Malik's comment, he had to snort. Turning to the male, he shook his head, leaning in to kiss at his chin with a grin. "You are absolutely ridiculous, you know? I don't know if I've ever seen anyone with as much confidence as you. It's too bad confidence isn't worth money because you'd be so rich, it isn't even funny." Of course, this was something he loved about his boyfriend. He knew Malik was partially kidding and it was all in good fun. Either way, whatever the reason, it still made Ryou smile and love his boyfriend even more. The new camera probably helped a bit too but...
"Maybe I'm just hoping some of it will rub off on you," Malik purred, giving the smaller boy a nudge with his nose. "Like certain other things have done~." He was probably going to be smacked for that or something, but it was true... the more he was around Ryou, the more he could see the other picking up some of his little habits.
He gave Ryou a squeeze, looking back down at the manual. "Everyone's got to start out somewhere, though. Even if your first pictures don't turn out well, you can only get better from there, y'know? Practice makes perfect, after all."
Glaring at Malik playfully, Ryou just rested his head back on Malik's shoulder. He really wanted to say something back, but he knew Malik truly was rubbing off on him. Ever since he had been staying with Malik, he almost felt...braver somehow? It didn't seem to matter as much to him what people around had to say like before. Why would it, anyway? He already had somebody who loved him for the person he was; what reason did he have to try so hard when what he already did was obviously making Malik happy[though he still was a bit cloudy of why]? At Malik's next comment however, Ryou did find himself gasping. Blushing slightly, Ryou slapped his boyfriend lightly on the leg. "Malik! Don't say things like that!" he whined, face darkening by the moment in embarrassment.
...Unfortunately, that was one he couldn't necessarily deny, either. Except really, it was quite fortunate, but. "Mm, you're such a brat to me, you know that?" Pouting, he leant in to kiss his boyfriend on the cheek. "I think you just like to make me die of mortification..." At the squeeze, Ryou lightened up a bit, snuggling into the male's side, as he gazed to the manual again. "I think I'm figuring it out now! I think...I can turn it on and whatnot!" Turning to his boyfriend, he gave a warm smile again, still full of gratitude and love. "Thank you..." Kiss on the nose tip. "For being the best though and making this the best birthday ever."
Malik couldn't help but laugh at his boyfriend's reaction. It was just too cute, not to mention downright hilarious. Making Ryou blush was always fun, even if it tended to get him painlessly smacked. "You're welcome," he replied, leaning in to take a kiss of his own. He gave Ryou's lip a gentle nip before pulling away, a big grin on his face. "And yes, I do like embarrassing you. But only because you're cute when you're all flustered."
Fingers idly twirling a few strands of Ryou's hair, Malik picked up the camera, looking it over. "The first step is usually figuring out how to turn it on. Shouldn't be too hard to adjust the settings and stuff from there, and actually taking pictures should be pretty easy, too. I mean... it's a camera. How hard can it be to figure out?"
Giggling, Ryou took the offered kiss, eyes closing in mirth as his lip was nibbled on. Now there was no doubt in his mind that this was definitely the best birthday ever. He swore, he had never felt anything -this- good. Not only did he have love, but he had an awesome camera to fill up pictures with of his boyfriend, who he felt deserved every spot on that memory card. "Mm...matter of opinion but...that's still a mean thing to do. It's my birthday, you're supposed to be sweet to me..."
Leaning against Malik, Ryou gazed down to the camera in his hands. His eyes washed over the buttons and little trinkets upon the camera in wonder. At his boyfriend's comment, Ryou gave a soft nod. "I know, I just didn't want to mess it up or anything by making a small mistake that could've been avoided with just a little bit of reading." After all, it was better to be safe than sorry. If he broke his camera before he even got to try it, he would've been very mad at himself. "But..." Lifting his hand, he moved to press a small button on the top of it, smiling. "That is the power and..." Setting his manual aside, he let the camera load before using the little button to switch to shooting mode, in which a picture on the screen shown the entertainment center across from them, since that was the direction the camera was pointed in. "And that one right there..." Using his index finger, he pointed to a little bit wider button on the top of the camera. "Takes the photos. I am such a genius!"
"Mm~ Yes, you are," Malik purred, deciding to lay off on the teasing for once. Ryou was right; it was his birthday and Malik was supposed to be nice. Besides, he'd already met his Ryou-Blush limit for the day. "You didn't even need the manual, did you?" Smirking, he lightly tapped at Ryou's temple, "you're so intelligent that you already knew how to work it."
He gave Ryou another brief squeeze before letting him go, leaning back on the couch. "So... should I just strike a sexy pose, or is there something specific you want me to do~?"
"Huh?" Grinning a bit confusedly, Ryou shook his head as Malik actually agreed with him. Really, he didn't think he was that smart. Anyone could've probably figured it out and much faster, without needing the manual. Ryou was just a wuss though and liked to be careful, which tended, alot of times, to be more of a minus than a plus. Lifting his head, Ryou looked up to look at his boyfriend, letting out a soft purr as his nose was tapped. "Oh stop, now you're just being so nice, it's ambiguously synthetic!" Laughing, Ryou kissed Malik on the cheek. "Really, I was only kidding. I probably did need the manual to figure it out. I mean...I'm not that smart, I don't think..."
Biting on his lower lip, he took the camera back in his hands, eyeing it with joy again. He still couldn't believe he actually had one for himself. Now, he could finally attempt to do what he had wanted to do for years. "Well..." At Malik's question, he froze. How should Malik pose? Contemplating this, Ryou lifted his free hand to drum fingers on his chin. "Uhm, uhm..." Waiting until an idea surfaced in his head, the male gave a smile. "I think...I have an idea..."
Squirming, Ryou moved to crawl into his boyfriend's lap, straddling the other's thighs. Smiling, Ryou held the camera up and waited until he had a nice view of a relaxed Malik, snapping a picture as he stayed as still as possible. Grinning, he then leant in further until their noses were nearly pressed, camera moved carefully to the sides of their faces, snapping the picture button again. He really hoped it was actually in the right position so the pictures would come out.
Kissing Malik gently, he let his eyes close and snapped the camera a few different times, making sure he would get the shot he wanted.
Malik's hand moved up to rest on Ryou's hip as he returned the kiss, relaxing even further into the couch. "... Y'know I'm gonna want copies of these, right?" He asked after pulling away, a soft smile on his face. "'Cause if I ever have to wake up in the morning without you, a picture would be the next best thing." Not that it'd really be a problem in the near future, but still - pictures were a nice thing to have.
A shiver ran throughout him as a hand rested upon his hip. He clung a little tighter to the camera, smiling down as Malik fell back further into the plush couch cushion. Giggling at Malik's words, Ryou nodded and leant in again, pressing his nose back against Malik's, taking another picture like that. "Mm?" At Malik's next words, butterflies made their way inside Ryou's stomach, making him feel as if he was flying. Moving the camera out a little more, his eyes turned to the camera, and he snapped a picture like that before capturing Malik's lips again, moaning softly against them.
"...But that isn't something you ever need to worry about. I don't ever plan on going anywhere." Kissing Malik deeper now, Ryou ran his tongue along Malik's bottom lip, camera flashing as he attempted to enter the male's mouth.
Ryou's words made him feel quite warm inside; the idea of him never wanting to leave was just... it was a wonderful thought. Malik's arms coiled around his boyfriend's waist in a tight hug, pressing their bodies together. He was oblivious to the camera's flashes as he parted his lips, allowing Ryou to enter. "Mm..." Malik let out a soft moan as he deepened the kiss, fingers starting to lightly stroke against the small of Ryou's back.
A squeak left Ryou when their bodies crashed against one another, making him writhe in the male's arms. His spinal cord pushed back, even though his mouth was busy attempting to taste all of the Malik it could take. Snapping another picture as he entered, he was starting to get a bit too into it to be able to control Malik and keep him back and the camera at the same time. When fingers ran down the small of his back, Ryou's body pressed itself against Malik's, camera falling to the cushion. Camera now completely forgotten about, he delved deeper into his boyfriend's mouth, tongue brushing against Malik's. "A-Ahn..!" Mewling in delight, he attempted to put as much love into his kiss as possible, wanting to get his feelings through of just how much Malik meant to him.
A shiver ran up Malik's spine as Ryou's tongue brushed against his; he subconsciously reached under the other's shirt, fingers tingling at the feel of the soft skin. He'd completely forgotten what they'd been doing prior to their make-out session, and as far as he was concerned, someone might as well be filming them because he wouldn't notice it at all.
Unfortunately, the need for air took a hold of him and he broke off the kiss, only to press his lips against Ryou's jaw instead. Malik's fingers continued to glide across his boyfriend's back, tongue flicking out to taste Ryou's skin.
Ryou's body arched into the fingers, tickling him, making him let out a soft giggle. He pressed his body further against Malik, trying to swoop in and give the best kiss possible, wanting to show all his thanks and love with it. Even if there hadn't been a camera, his birthday was still the best just to be able to give and get a kiss like this right back.
His hand brushed down Malik's shoulder, getting a needy grip as their kiss continued. It was one of those moments that made him wish time could stop, just so he could keep being with his boyfriend like this forever. Purring at the kiss to his jaw, Ryou's eyes remained closed as he caught his breath, winded from the strong kiss. "M-Mali..k... I'm going to make sure your birthday goes just as good as mine is..." Giving a soft moan, Ryou's eyes opened to reveal affectionate chocolate depths, busying himself with looking over all that was his and his alone.
Malik's arms tightened around Ryou in a warm hug as he gave one last kiss to his chin, and he pulled back, gazing intensely at the boy on top of him. "I think... just having you there with me would make it as good," he said, a warm smile forming on his face. He leaned up to peck Ryou's lips again, holding the other closely. "Happy birthday, Ry."
Smiling happily, Ryou hugged warmly right back, arms curling around Malik's neck in a loving embrace. Leaning forward, he nuzzled his own cheek against Malik's, eyes closing in bliss. "Well, it'll definitely be good then." And it would be even better than Malik would hope for because Ryou would go all out for it and try to make it just as great as his was.
Kissing back, Ryou gave a soft purr. "Mm, thank you..." Resting his head on Malik's shoulder, he glanced down to the forgotten camera on the couch cushion. Reaching a hand down, he picked it up, wondering exactly how his pictures had come out. Switching modes, he smiled when he saw himself and Malik, up so close, kissing. These were pictures he was definitely not going to waste. Only two of the five or so were really good but that didn't matter; they were still memories and it was their first real picture that he could remember them being in together and for him, that meant something. "Some of them actually came out...pretty good!"
As his boyfriend leaned down to pick up his camera, Malik sat up a little, propping himself up on his elbow so he could see better. "Hey, you're right," he said, grinning. "And you were all worried that they were going to suck." He playfully ruffled Ryou's hair, giving the white strands a light tug. "I can take a couple of those into Photoshop and touch them up a little. Just to clarify them a little, maybe brighten them up... it'll be fine."
He looked up at the boy, smirking. "Don't worry if they're not perfect. Sometimes it takes more than one person to make something perfect."
"Well, I was more talking about when I wasn't shooting at random like that but yeah!" Closing an eye at the ruffle, he buried himself further into Malik's shoulder. "Mm, that'd be neat I suppose. As long as uhm...no other eyes see them, then that'd be kinda weird..." A light brush crept to his features at the thought. What if Malik or he had them posted up on their journals or myspaces? What would their friends say?
Nodding softly, he gave a slight shrug, further cuddling into his boyfriend. "I suppose so..."
Malik laughed a little, draping his other arm around Ryou's waist. "Yeah, I think our brothers would go into Too-Much-Info mode and poke fun at us about how we're complete saps. Or something." He shook his head in exasperation, imagining Marik, Bakura, and Diabound just pointing and laughing at them. "Y'know, if we are, then we're really sexy about it. But hey... people don't really have any business seeing what goes on in our private life, so I don't plan on showing anyone if you don't."
"Or just be disturbed because secretly, our private life is naughtier than theirs?" Laughing at this, Ryou had to shake his head. The day he became more extreme than either Bakura or Diabound was the day of the Apocalypse. Besides, taking pictures of a kiss, it wasn't exactly sexy, was it? Pondering over the photo in his head, he did think looking at it kind-of turned him on a little...
So maybe it wasn't that bland? Either way, it was definitely for his own satisfaction and no one else's. Shifting positions, Ryou rummaged on Malik's lap, letting himself fall back against the sofa arm instead of sitting altogether on Malik. Besides, then maybe Malik would catch his drift and come to lay beside him? Stretching over, Ryou placed the camera atop the table to keep it safe, not wanting to risk smashing it somehow by laying on it. "I think...keeping that to you and me is just fine..."
Malik nodded and shifted around a bit, arranging himself next to his boyfriend. He hooked one of his legs around Ryou's, leaning over to place a kiss on the boy's cheek as he snuggled up next to him, wrapping an arm around his waist. "Yeah... I'm fine with that. I'd actually rather it be that way... that way, I'm the only one who knows how sexy you can be."
He was very happy when Malik changed positions to lay down beside him. If he could've imagined a perfect way to spend a birthday, this would definitely have been ideal. Smiling at the kiss, Ryou closed his eyes and just hugged onto Malik close, nails lightly etching their way over one of his shoulders. "I don't know if I'd call myself...uhm...'sexy' but...I only like you to know... I only want to be this way for you so that only you can enjoy it as much as I do..." Giving a low purr, he let himself relax, deciding maybe a quick nap wouldn't be so bad before he begged his boyfriend to feed his hungry belly. That could wait - right now, he just wanted to be next to Malik.
And next to Malik he would remain, because Malik didn't plan on moving for a while.
Rating: PG-13 for boys making out. As if you expected anything less. :X
Summary: It's Ryou's birthday, three weeks late, and he finds that this birthday turns out much better than his last one.
Standing in the kitchen, Ryou's hand extended out and he opened up the fridge door. Bending over, Ryou leant in to scan the fridge' contents. Frowning as he saw not much of anything to make, he got a little closer in to rummage. Who knew? Maybe there was something hidden? Eyes widening, he grabbed for a hidden pudding, yanking it out in excitement. He was so shocked he even found that! Yes, and he would once again, for the 2nd time that day, escape having to make some real food for himself. He supposed he could've all day and then he wouldn't have been so hungry then, but he had just felt a bit tired and had lazed around. Plus, cooking meant making a mess and for once, Ryou really wasn't in the mood to clean. Of course, not cleaning meant not cooking which meant he had only picked at things all day, equaling to a whole banana and a few chips. He hated to eat when Malik wasn't around though because he liked to be able to eat dinner with him, so he always tried to hold himself off.
Sighing, Ryou closed the fridge, fingers daintily pulling back the aluminum top and stuck his tongue down into the pudding, taking a small lap, taste buds overwhelmed with the sensation of chocolate. Smiling happily, he knew it would be good enough until Malik got home which would hopefully be soon. Hopping up onto the counter, he sat there, swinging his legs, licking at his pudding. He knew he'd only be hungry again within another hour, but at least it would hold him off. Besides, maybe he could keep his mind off food and go out looking for applications. He was getting much too tired of living off of Malik and felt overly guilty for doing so. It wasn't fair and he hated not being able to contribute to thei-err, Malik's apartment since he ate alot too. Besides, then if he worked, he wouldn't feel like such a loser with the only thing to look forward to being Malik coming home...
Malik, much like his boyfriend, couldn't wait to be home. Particularly because it was Ryou's birthday, and he absolutely hated that he had to work - or rather, that he'd fibbed about having to work. There was no way in hell that he was going to do any actual work today, but there was one thing that needed to be done, and that was buying a present for said boyfriend.
Up until a couple of weeks before, he hadn't had much of an idea of what to get for Ryou. But once the day actually arrived, well... Malik was sure that he'd enjoy his gift.
Once he arrived back at the apartment complex, Malik bounded up to his own, quite eager to present Ryou with the gift, which was somewhat neatly stuffed into a large, colorful bag. "Oi, Ryou!" he called, setting the gift bag down on the couch. He wandered into the kitchen, only to find Ryou seated up on the counter, licking at a cup of pudding. "Ohh, so there you are~."
Sitting there, Ryou softly hummed along to the radio that was playing in the living room, head bobbing along to the song. It was one he didn't know, but then again, he didn't know a lot. He liked music well enough but was just never one to bury himself in it. He knew a few bands and that was well enough for him-well, he only knew a few bands before Malik, of course. Now that he had a boyfriend who was really into music, he was really happy because he always felt like such a loser when people would talk about bands and songs he had never even heard about. He spent so much of his time watching shows that were more educated and wasn't one for music videos and MTV. It was only one more reason it amazed him someone like Malik actually gave him a chance. There were so many people that had Malik's similar interests, yet he picked Ryou who tended to be clueless on so many of them. Whatever though, he was happy and Malik was happy. It just reminded him once again how lucky he was...
There wasn't much more a person could ask for. Ryou was enough of a gift to last him for years to come. Contently, he smiled and took another lap of his pudding, getting to the vanilla, which was his favorite part. It was then though that he heard footsteps upon the entrance tile. Ears perking as his name was called, Ryou immediately found himself grinning, eyes shining brightly as he peered to the hallway, waiting for a familiar face to emerge. "Hey!" he chimed, taking another lick of his pudding cup before setting it down. "Yeah, I was trying to find something to eat but what's up? How was work?"
Malik grinned and walked over to him, leaning against the counter next to where his boyfriend was sitting. "Well," he purred, peering down at the other - even when he was seated on the counter, Ryou was still shorter. "Work, if you could even call it that today, was great. It didn't take long at all, which means I get to come home early and spend more time with you." Okay, so that wasn't really the truth, but Ryou would find that out soon enough.
"Although, I'm more concerned with how your day's been," Malik said, leaning over to nip at Ryou's ear slightly. "Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't today a certain someone's birthday~? A certain somebody who just so happens to be entering their last year as a teenager, has fluffy white hair, and a sexy boyfriend? 'Cause y'know, I'm not too good at remembering these things..."
Picking up his pudding cup again, Ryou tilted it downward and took a big gulp, finishing off most of the little snack. Gulping it down, he set the cup back on the counter once again, eyes meeting his boyfriend's. "Mm? Then I guess that does make it a really good day if you get to come home and see me earlier," he joked sarcastically, letting out a soft laugh. Leaning over to the side, he kissed at Malik's cheek, murring. "You know I missed you though." And that-as sadly as it was since Malik really hadn't been gone all that long today, was extremely true. In the apartment, he could only entertain himself so long before he just grew bored of being by himself. He was spoiled now and too used to having company, being alone wasn't something he was fond of.
Slouching back, Ryou kicked his feet playfully, eyes closing when his ear was nibbled on. "Mm..." Giggling, he gave a soft shrug. He really hadn't even thought about it being his birthday all day. Sure he knew, but it just wasn't that important to him any longer. Once his brothers had grown up and were more into hanging out with friends than being at home, that was really the last time he ever got excited about such an activity. He just hoped this year wouldn't turn anything out like last birthday. Honestly, he had even been dreading it a bit. So far though, he was in the clear and there were no disturbing dolls or other highly erotic items waiting for him and this he couldn't have been happier of. "I suppose it is..." He trailed off, arms reaching out for the male, wanting to be closer. "I just hope by saying 'yes', that means you'll help me in finding something better to eat than just pudding? I'm wasting away!" Lifting his shirt, he poked at his ribs in humor. "And also make sure my Brothers never find me for certain reasons that don't need to be mentioned? I think I'd like this birthday to go on without being highly mortified..."
As a pair of arms wrapped around his neck, Malik leaned in, resting his head on Ryou's shoulder. "Aww, I'm sorry you're starving to death, Ry. Did I not leave enough food for you?" he asked jokingly, arms curling about the smaller boy's waist. "I'll make us some dinner if you want." He wasn't about to ask about what happened during Ryou's last birthday; knowing Bakura and Diabound, Malik was pretty sure that he'd be quite disturbed at what the older Bakurae had done for Ryou.
Remembering his present, he lifted his head to look Ryou in the eyes. "I got you something, though," he said, a big grin on his face. "Wanna go see what it is?"
A warm sensation washed over Ryou as his boyfriend moved in closer, making them touch. Murring in happiness, Ryou's fingers contently curled in Malik's blonde locks, hugging him affectionately. "Mm, no you did... And are you sure? I know you've probably been busy all day. I just didn't bother to make anything 'cuz I was waiting for you," he admitted, tilting his head to kiss Malik's neck. "I can cook dinner if you'd rather go relax, I don't mind. It's not like I've really done anything yet all day so..."
"Huh?" Surprise pooled in chocolate depths as his own head rose to meet Malik's. "You did?" Smiling softly, Ryou leant in to kiss at the corner of Malik's mouth. "You know you didn't really need to... You already made my birthday great by coming home early, that really is enough..." Of course, that didn't mean he wasn't curious to see what it was. He hoped Malik hadn't spent too much on it, whatever it was. A box of cream puffs was good enough for him. "But yeah, I mean...I want to see it! I'd be stupid not to like presents."
Malik's grin widened as he pulled away from the other's grasp, reaching down to grip his hands instead. "C'mon, then," he said, tugging Ryou down to his feet. He led the younger boy into the living room, where there was a large multicolored gift back sitting on the couch.
"I kinda lied," Malik said sheepishly, rubbing the back of his neck. "I didn't work at all today. I just went out to get your present. Though you can't say I didn't do anything productive; I actually managed to package it somewhat neatly. Wrapping gifts isn't my strong suit." He let go of Ryou's hand, nudging him toward the couch.
Sticking up from inside the bag was a flat, square object wrapped in blue paper. "So... have at it, Ry."
Taking Malik's hands, Ryou hopped down from the counter, leaving his pudding cup abandoned. Following his boyfriend to the living room, he found himself at the couch where there was a large bag awaiting him. He really had no idea what it could've been. Maybe a book? After all, cream puffs weren't that huge. Whatever it was, Ryou was sure it was something good though because Malik always treated him better than he deserved and he guessed his present would be just as nice.
Blinking in a bit of shock, Ryou faced the other male, squeezing at his free palm. "You did? I hope it didn't take you a long time or anything! I mean really, anything would've been fine. I'd hate for you to put too much effort into a present for me." On birthdays, he always felt a bit guilty having people get him things, especially since Malik had. After all, Malik already treated him so well and basically let Ryou live -off- him in a way and that was too much already. Ryou felt like he had to pay every cent back because it just wasn't right....
Smiling warmly however, Ryou lunged at his boyfriend, giving him an appreciative squeeze. "Thank you so much!" he chimed, nuzzling into the other's chest. After all, it was the thought that counted in the end, no matter what it was. Letting him go, Ryou stepped over to have at the bag, removing the blue box, eyeing it curiously. Slowly, he began to unravel the paper.
Hovering over Ryou's shoulder, Malik smiled down at him as he unwrapped the gift. This was only part of what he'd gotten for his boyfriend - the other box inside the bag was the real gift, though both of them kind of went together. Ryou'd discover that soon enough, though.
Once Ryou finished unwrapping it, Malik spoke up again, resting his hands on the other's hips. "I thought you might like a scrapbook to keep photos in, since you... well, it just seemed like something you might like. It comes with a bunch of stickers and markers, so you can decorate the pages however you want."
A smirk formed on Malik's face as he wrapped his arms around Ryou's waist, giving him a gentle hug. "That's only part of it, though. Look in the bag again."
As Ryou unwrapped the box-shaped gift, he wasn't sure what exactly it was at first. It took undoing the paper from the sides to figure out what it was. Opening the scrapbook, he found the package with all the included pieces. It was really nice, he had to admit. Scrapbooking and photography were things Ryou had always wanted to get into but still; he lacked the main ingredient for that combination; a camera. Of course, he wasn't going to be sad over that fact. Someday, he'd have a camera so he could fill out a scrapbook with the photos. It would just be a present for later. Now he felt a bit sad he had never really taken photos before though and had some to at least start up on the scrapbook. Setting that aside though, he set the book on the ledge of the couch, hugging Malik again.
Reaching up to kiss his boyfriend's cheek, he gave him a light nudge. "Mm, thank you! It's really nice-there's more?" Pausing, Ryou let go of Malik, wandering back over to the bag. What else could Malik have gotten that would go with the scrapbook? Maybe it was just more decor to use for starting it? Hands reaching in, he lifted out another box, unwrapping it and eyes nearly bulging out of his head at the sight of the box.
It...
It -wasn't-. Biting his lip, his fingers slowly crept up the top of the box. Surely Malik wouldn't. Doing that would be illogical and a waste of Malik's money. Ryou didn't need anything that nice! No, there was probably something else in there that was smaller and -much- cheaper. A camera like that-Ryou both didn't deserve and Malik wouldn't have spent -that- much...right? Gulping, Ryou lifted up the top of the box, sure it had to be a mistake.
As he watched Ryou tug the lid of the box open, Malik smiled again, brushing a few white strands behind Ryou's ear. "It's not the exact model you were wanting, but the guy at the store said it was the next best thing... and that it was better for those who are just getting into photography." It wasn't as expensive either - though it still took a decent chunk out of Malik's wallet - but Ryou didn't need to know that.
"Even so, I hope you like it. You can take some stuff to actually put in the scrapbook now," Malik said, pressing a kiss to the side of Ryou's head. "Happy birthday, love."
Closing his eyes and opening them again, and widely, he still couldn't believe it. What was Malik doing, giving him something like that?! Didn't his boyfriend know this was way too much to give him? Sure they had been dating a long time and they loved each other a lot, but so...? Even his brothers didn't splurge and get him nice things like this! His friends didn't and his boyfriend shouldn't have, either. A new camera was too much to accept. How could he take something like that, even if it was what he had wanted most? It still wasn't right. He only felt guilty about getting it. Malik shouldn't have had to buy him one, he should've had to buy it himself. Yet, still...
He was so -happy-. Did Malik really feel he was worth giving something like that to? "N-No...it's great, it's really great..." he said a bit shakily, peering at the box again, amazed. Setting it down, he turned around to launch himself onto his boyfriend, kissing him very hard, absolutely smitten with the gift and his love for the male. "Oh my god, why did you get me that, Malik?! That's too nice for me, you really didn't need to spend so much! I mean, uh-uhm...I love it but...I just...I don't know what to say. No one's ever given me something so nice before..." Not any beside his parents, anyway! And even them getting him such nice things, he hated. It was so much and Malik had so many other things he probably wanted to buy. That camera was just too much... How could he accept something like that?
Ryou may have been smaller than him, but he could really put some power behind him if he wanted to. Malik had to step backward a little to keep them steady as he was suddenly pounced; he'd expected a reaction similar to this, but he wasn't going to fall down this time.
Once he'd been released from the breathtaking kiss his boyfriend had given him, Malik grinned widely, squeezing him around the waist. "I'm gonna go out on a limb and say that with having two older brothers, you got a lot of hand-me-downs over the years." He'd had a similar situation, but it wasn't quite the same - hand-me-downs from an older sister turned out to be... pretty odd.
"I kinda thought you needed something that was really yours. Other than me, that is."
He didn't even think about his weight or what would happen if he pushed so hard on the male that they fell over. He was too happy and frustrated over his new camera to even think currently, wondering why he deserved it in the first place. Why did it always seem to get better when he felt it couldn't be any more perfect than it already was?
Hugging the other tightly, Ryou just nuzzled into his shoulder, showing Malik just how much he adored him. "Wha...?" Hand-me-downs? It wasn't that bad, or what he made it out at first to think. A lot of the time, he probably could've had nicer things but he hated to ask and be given things he hadn't earned. He didn't want to seem too needy when he had two other brothers who had to have stuff, too. Asking his dad for expensive things like that just wasn't something he liked to do because he felt selfish when he did so. Getting up the nerve to ask him for the laptop for college had been hard enough a task for the poor boy. "No it's just...I mean...I don't know. I guess I just never feel like I deserve things like that. I don't like it when people go out of their way for me because it just makes me feel so guilty..." Kissing the male's neck warmly, he clung to him tighter, if possible.
"I, uhm...I don't even know what to say... Thank you. Thank you so much. I owe you so badly for that, you don't even know! Why do you love me so much, you make me feel so guilty, because I love it so much. I think...I don't deserve you..." Whispering, he pressed another kiss to Malik's neck before lifting his head to meet the other male's eyes. "Really...I don't...You're always too good..."
"...Ryou, it's your birthday," Malik said, nuzzling against his head. "Your birthday's the day that everything's supposed to revolve around you." Although Ryou ws right, to an extent; Malik knew that he spoiled his boyfriend, but he couldn't think of any reason why he shouldn't. He had a job that was good enough to make a living off of, he knew what he wanted to do in his life, and he had a boyfriend who deserved to be spoiled every once in a while.
Smiling, he leaned forward and kissed Ryou again. "Really, don't worry about it. You said you wanted to get into photography, and I think you'd be good at it. I wanted to help you take your first steps into the field."
"I know but..." He stopped, his boyfriend's words interrupting him mid-sentence. Still, what Malik said didn't exactly convince him it was right for Malik to give him such things. It was a lot of people's birthdate on September the 2nd and so many were more important than him. Why did Malik think it was so special? Either way, it wasn't like he couldn't accept the gift. That would've been rude, especially when Malik put so much thought into it. The idea of Malik liking to make him happy made him feel strange, like it wasn't something he had quite earned as of yet. He supposed if it had been Malik's birthday, he only would've done the same, but still! That was for Malik, not for him!
Kissing Malik back, he gave the male a soft smile, arms settling a bit easier at his neck, not strangling him of air anymore now that he had calmed a bit. "I do though... I just never thought I'd really get the chance but..." Kissing him again, he nuzzled their noses together happily. "Thank you. It really is the best thing I could've asked for besides what I've already got-but you knew that, you confident bum." Laughing, he squeezed the male tightly for a moment, before settling comfortably against him again. "I'll even dedicate a page of my scrapbook to you-if you're lucky." Too bad he knew the book would be close to completely filled of Malik. After all, there wasn't anything he loved more.
Ah, now there was the Ryou he knew - calling him a bum and pretending like he didn't absolutely adore him. Oh well, Ryou was cute when he played hard-to-get. "Gee, don't I feel loved," Malik said sarcastically, sticking his tongue out at the other boy. "I just so happen to think that I'm very lucky, and I'll bet anything that half of that book will end up with pictures of me in it." Yes, he definitely was a confident bum. A confident and sexy bum.
"You wanna take it for a test run?" he asked, looking back toward the camera. "Y'know, just to make sure it works. It's already got batteries in it, and it comes with instructions on how to work the thing."
Smiling at the sticking out of the tongue, Ryou playfully chomped out at it as if he were going to bite it off. "Shush! You already know you're loved, liar." Anyone would've had to be absolutely -blind- to not sense the adoration absolutely pouring from Ryou. Anyone would've been able to tell just how deeply he felt about his boyfriend; his life was devoted to him, anymore. "Lucky..? I don't know about that but...I guess one out of two isn't bad. My book would likely end up being an Ode to you, wouldn't it? Isn't that kind-of sad?" Laughing, Ryou kissed his boyfriend's cheek. Even if it was sad, it didn't mean he didn't love every moment of it. Being in love with the perfect person for him was almost too much for one lifetime.
"Yeah! I'll just take a quick glance over the instruction manual and we can!" Leaving his boyfriend, he took his whole entire one step away to grab up the box, padding over to the opposite side of the couch to have a seat. Folding his legs crisscross on the cushion, he opened the box with a smile and got to work, taking out the camera and the manual. Setting the camera beside him, he opened up the manual pages, flipping through it to find out the basics. "I bet I'll take such sucky pictures!"
Malik rolled his eyes at his boyfriend, plopping down next to him as he began to flip through the manual. "Oh, don't say that. You're gonna take some sexy pictures, and you know it." Really, any picture could be a good one as long as one could tell what was going on in it. Even some of the blurry ones could look pretty cool, if the right things were done to them.
He draped an arm over Ryou's shoulders, a smirk forming on his face. "And since there's not really much else to take pictures of, your first ones will be especially sexy because I'll be in them~." Oh, there was his ego getting in the way again.
"Mm?" Looking up from the manual, a smiling Ryou peered to Malik, giving a soft roll of eyes. "Oh, sure... I haven't even tried photography techniques before, how can you say I'd be any good when I don't know much about it? You have too high of hopes for my poor little failure self." Laughing, Ryou shook his head, thumbing through a few more pages just to check and make sure he had all the basics down, like how to flip from camera mode to actually viewing the pictures.
Leaning into the arm, he rested his head upon Malik's shoulder, reading on a bit longer. At Malik's comment, he had to snort. Turning to the male, he shook his head, leaning in to kiss at his chin with a grin. "You are absolutely ridiculous, you know? I don't know if I've ever seen anyone with as much confidence as you. It's too bad confidence isn't worth money because you'd be so rich, it isn't even funny." Of course, this was something he loved about his boyfriend. He knew Malik was partially kidding and it was all in good fun. Either way, whatever the reason, it still made Ryou smile and love his boyfriend even more. The new camera probably helped a bit too but...
"Maybe I'm just hoping some of it will rub off on you," Malik purred, giving the smaller boy a nudge with his nose. "Like certain other things have done~." He was probably going to be smacked for that or something, but it was true... the more he was around Ryou, the more he could see the other picking up some of his little habits.
He gave Ryou a squeeze, looking back down at the manual. "Everyone's got to start out somewhere, though. Even if your first pictures don't turn out well, you can only get better from there, y'know? Practice makes perfect, after all."
Glaring at Malik playfully, Ryou just rested his head back on Malik's shoulder. He really wanted to say something back, but he knew Malik truly was rubbing off on him. Ever since he had been staying with Malik, he almost felt...braver somehow? It didn't seem to matter as much to him what people around had to say like before. Why would it, anyway? He already had somebody who loved him for the person he was; what reason did he have to try so hard when what he already did was obviously making Malik happy[though he still was a bit cloudy of why]? At Malik's next comment however, Ryou did find himself gasping. Blushing slightly, Ryou slapped his boyfriend lightly on the leg. "Malik! Don't say things like that!" he whined, face darkening by the moment in embarrassment.
...Unfortunately, that was one he couldn't necessarily deny, either. Except really, it was quite fortunate, but. "Mm, you're such a brat to me, you know that?" Pouting, he leant in to kiss his boyfriend on the cheek. "I think you just like to make me die of mortification..." At the squeeze, Ryou lightened up a bit, snuggling into the male's side, as he gazed to the manual again. "I think I'm figuring it out now! I think...I can turn it on and whatnot!" Turning to his boyfriend, he gave a warm smile again, still full of gratitude and love. "Thank you..." Kiss on the nose tip. "For being the best though and making this the best birthday ever."
Malik couldn't help but laugh at his boyfriend's reaction. It was just too cute, not to mention downright hilarious. Making Ryou blush was always fun, even if it tended to get him painlessly smacked. "You're welcome," he replied, leaning in to take a kiss of his own. He gave Ryou's lip a gentle nip before pulling away, a big grin on his face. "And yes, I do like embarrassing you. But only because you're cute when you're all flustered."
Fingers idly twirling a few strands of Ryou's hair, Malik picked up the camera, looking it over. "The first step is usually figuring out how to turn it on. Shouldn't be too hard to adjust the settings and stuff from there, and actually taking pictures should be pretty easy, too. I mean... it's a camera. How hard can it be to figure out?"
Giggling, Ryou took the offered kiss, eyes closing in mirth as his lip was nibbled on. Now there was no doubt in his mind that this was definitely the best birthday ever. He swore, he had never felt anything -this- good. Not only did he have love, but he had an awesome camera to fill up pictures with of his boyfriend, who he felt deserved every spot on that memory card. "Mm...matter of opinion but...that's still a mean thing to do. It's my birthday, you're supposed to be sweet to me..."
Leaning against Malik, Ryou gazed down to the camera in his hands. His eyes washed over the buttons and little trinkets upon the camera in wonder. At his boyfriend's comment, Ryou gave a soft nod. "I know, I just didn't want to mess it up or anything by making a small mistake that could've been avoided with just a little bit of reading." After all, it was better to be safe than sorry. If he broke his camera before he even got to try it, he would've been very mad at himself. "But..." Lifting his hand, he moved to press a small button on the top of it, smiling. "That is the power and..." Setting his manual aside, he let the camera load before using the little button to switch to shooting mode, in which a picture on the screen shown the entertainment center across from them, since that was the direction the camera was pointed in. "And that one right there..." Using his index finger, he pointed to a little bit wider button on the top of the camera. "Takes the photos. I am such a genius!"
"Mm~ Yes, you are," Malik purred, deciding to lay off on the teasing for once. Ryou was right; it was his birthday and Malik was supposed to be nice. Besides, he'd already met his Ryou-Blush limit for the day. "You didn't even need the manual, did you?" Smirking, he lightly tapped at Ryou's temple, "you're so intelligent that you already knew how to work it."
He gave Ryou another brief squeeze before letting him go, leaning back on the couch. "So... should I just strike a sexy pose, or is there something specific you want me to do~?"
"Huh?" Grinning a bit confusedly, Ryou shook his head as Malik actually agreed with him. Really, he didn't think he was that smart. Anyone could've probably figured it out and much faster, without needing the manual. Ryou was just a wuss though and liked to be careful, which tended, alot of times, to be more of a minus than a plus. Lifting his head, Ryou looked up to look at his boyfriend, letting out a soft purr as his nose was tapped. "Oh stop, now you're just being so nice, it's ambiguously synthetic!" Laughing, Ryou kissed Malik on the cheek. "Really, I was only kidding. I probably did need the manual to figure it out. I mean...I'm not that smart, I don't think..."
Biting on his lower lip, he took the camera back in his hands, eyeing it with joy again. He still couldn't believe he actually had one for himself. Now, he could finally attempt to do what he had wanted to do for years. "Well..." At Malik's question, he froze. How should Malik pose? Contemplating this, Ryou lifted his free hand to drum fingers on his chin. "Uhm, uhm..." Waiting until an idea surfaced in his head, the male gave a smile. "I think...I have an idea..."
Squirming, Ryou moved to crawl into his boyfriend's lap, straddling the other's thighs. Smiling, Ryou held the camera up and waited until he had a nice view of a relaxed Malik, snapping a picture as he stayed as still as possible. Grinning, he then leant in further until their noses were nearly pressed, camera moved carefully to the sides of their faces, snapping the picture button again. He really hoped it was actually in the right position so the pictures would come out.
Kissing Malik gently, he let his eyes close and snapped the camera a few different times, making sure he would get the shot he wanted.
Malik's hand moved up to rest on Ryou's hip as he returned the kiss, relaxing even further into the couch. "... Y'know I'm gonna want copies of these, right?" He asked after pulling away, a soft smile on his face. "'Cause if I ever have to wake up in the morning without you, a picture would be the next best thing." Not that it'd really be a problem in the near future, but still - pictures were a nice thing to have.
A shiver ran throughout him as a hand rested upon his hip. He clung a little tighter to the camera, smiling down as Malik fell back further into the plush couch cushion. Giggling at Malik's words, Ryou nodded and leant in again, pressing his nose back against Malik's, taking another picture like that. "Mm?" At Malik's next words, butterflies made their way inside Ryou's stomach, making him feel as if he was flying. Moving the camera out a little more, his eyes turned to the camera, and he snapped a picture like that before capturing Malik's lips again, moaning softly against them.
"...But that isn't something you ever need to worry about. I don't ever plan on going anywhere." Kissing Malik deeper now, Ryou ran his tongue along Malik's bottom lip, camera flashing as he attempted to enter the male's mouth.
Ryou's words made him feel quite warm inside; the idea of him never wanting to leave was just... it was a wonderful thought. Malik's arms coiled around his boyfriend's waist in a tight hug, pressing their bodies together. He was oblivious to the camera's flashes as he parted his lips, allowing Ryou to enter. "Mm..." Malik let out a soft moan as he deepened the kiss, fingers starting to lightly stroke against the small of Ryou's back.
A squeak left Ryou when their bodies crashed against one another, making him writhe in the male's arms. His spinal cord pushed back, even though his mouth was busy attempting to taste all of the Malik it could take. Snapping another picture as he entered, he was starting to get a bit too into it to be able to control Malik and keep him back and the camera at the same time. When fingers ran down the small of his back, Ryou's body pressed itself against Malik's, camera falling to the cushion. Camera now completely forgotten about, he delved deeper into his boyfriend's mouth, tongue brushing against Malik's. "A-Ahn..!" Mewling in delight, he attempted to put as much love into his kiss as possible, wanting to get his feelings through of just how much Malik meant to him.
A shiver ran up Malik's spine as Ryou's tongue brushed against his; he subconsciously reached under the other's shirt, fingers tingling at the feel of the soft skin. He'd completely forgotten what they'd been doing prior to their make-out session, and as far as he was concerned, someone might as well be filming them because he wouldn't notice it at all.
Unfortunately, the need for air took a hold of him and he broke off the kiss, only to press his lips against Ryou's jaw instead. Malik's fingers continued to glide across his boyfriend's back, tongue flicking out to taste Ryou's skin.
Ryou's body arched into the fingers, tickling him, making him let out a soft giggle. He pressed his body further against Malik, trying to swoop in and give the best kiss possible, wanting to show all his thanks and love with it. Even if there hadn't been a camera, his birthday was still the best just to be able to give and get a kiss like this right back.
His hand brushed down Malik's shoulder, getting a needy grip as their kiss continued. It was one of those moments that made him wish time could stop, just so he could keep being with his boyfriend like this forever. Purring at the kiss to his jaw, Ryou's eyes remained closed as he caught his breath, winded from the strong kiss. "M-Mali..k... I'm going to make sure your birthday goes just as good as mine is..." Giving a soft moan, Ryou's eyes opened to reveal affectionate chocolate depths, busying himself with looking over all that was his and his alone.
Malik's arms tightened around Ryou in a warm hug as he gave one last kiss to his chin, and he pulled back, gazing intensely at the boy on top of him. "I think... just having you there with me would make it as good," he said, a warm smile forming on his face. He leaned up to peck Ryou's lips again, holding the other closely. "Happy birthday, Ry."
Smiling happily, Ryou hugged warmly right back, arms curling around Malik's neck in a loving embrace. Leaning forward, he nuzzled his own cheek against Malik's, eyes closing in bliss. "Well, it'll definitely be good then." And it would be even better than Malik would hope for because Ryou would go all out for it and try to make it just as great as his was.
Kissing back, Ryou gave a soft purr. "Mm, thank you..." Resting his head on Malik's shoulder, he glanced down to the forgotten camera on the couch cushion. Reaching a hand down, he picked it up, wondering exactly how his pictures had come out. Switching modes, he smiled when he saw himself and Malik, up so close, kissing. These were pictures he was definitely not going to waste. Only two of the five or so were really good but that didn't matter; they were still memories and it was their first real picture that he could remember them being in together and for him, that meant something. "Some of them actually came out...pretty good!"
As his boyfriend leaned down to pick up his camera, Malik sat up a little, propping himself up on his elbow so he could see better. "Hey, you're right," he said, grinning. "And you were all worried that they were going to suck." He playfully ruffled Ryou's hair, giving the white strands a light tug. "I can take a couple of those into Photoshop and touch them up a little. Just to clarify them a little, maybe brighten them up... it'll be fine."
He looked up at the boy, smirking. "Don't worry if they're not perfect. Sometimes it takes more than one person to make something perfect."
"Well, I was more talking about when I wasn't shooting at random like that but yeah!" Closing an eye at the ruffle, he buried himself further into Malik's shoulder. "Mm, that'd be neat I suppose. As long as uhm...no other eyes see them, then that'd be kinda weird..." A light brush crept to his features at the thought. What if Malik or he had them posted up on their journals or myspaces? What would their friends say?
Nodding softly, he gave a slight shrug, further cuddling into his boyfriend. "I suppose so..."
Malik laughed a little, draping his other arm around Ryou's waist. "Yeah, I think our brothers would go into Too-Much-Info mode and poke fun at us about how we're complete saps. Or something." He shook his head in exasperation, imagining Marik, Bakura, and Diabound just pointing and laughing at them. "Y'know, if we are, then we're really sexy about it. But hey... people don't really have any business seeing what goes on in our private life, so I don't plan on showing anyone if you don't."
"Or just be disturbed because secretly, our private life is naughtier than theirs?" Laughing at this, Ryou had to shake his head. The day he became more extreme than either Bakura or Diabound was the day of the Apocalypse. Besides, taking pictures of a kiss, it wasn't exactly sexy, was it? Pondering over the photo in his head, he did think looking at it kind-of turned him on a little...
So maybe it wasn't that bland? Either way, it was definitely for his own satisfaction and no one else's. Shifting positions, Ryou rummaged on Malik's lap, letting himself fall back against the sofa arm instead of sitting altogether on Malik. Besides, then maybe Malik would catch his drift and come to lay beside him? Stretching over, Ryou placed the camera atop the table to keep it safe, not wanting to risk smashing it somehow by laying on it. "I think...keeping that to you and me is just fine..."
Malik nodded and shifted around a bit, arranging himself next to his boyfriend. He hooked one of his legs around Ryou's, leaning over to place a kiss on the boy's cheek as he snuggled up next to him, wrapping an arm around his waist. "Yeah... I'm fine with that. I'd actually rather it be that way... that way, I'm the only one who knows how sexy you can be."
He was very happy when Malik changed positions to lay down beside him. If he could've imagined a perfect way to spend a birthday, this would definitely have been ideal. Smiling at the kiss, Ryou closed his eyes and just hugged onto Malik close, nails lightly etching their way over one of his shoulders. "I don't know if I'd call myself...uhm...'sexy' but...I only like you to know... I only want to be this way for you so that only you can enjoy it as much as I do..." Giving a low purr, he let himself relax, deciding maybe a quick nap wouldn't be so bad before he begged his boyfriend to feed his hungry belly. That could wait - right now, he just wanted to be next to Malik.
And next to Malik he would remain, because Malik didn't plan on moving for a while.