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"Sensei I am leaving." Genos shouted as he reached for the door handle. "What? Genos we just got back." Saitama said tearing his attention away from the TV and to Genos. "Where are you going?" "Just to Dr. Kuseno's, It seems as though I have sustained minor damage from the previous fight." Genos said curtly turning to leave again. He wanted to make this short so he could have time to prepare dinner when he got home. "Im sorry Sensei I must go." "Wait! Minor Right? I could try to fix it." Saitama said thoughtfully. Genos didn't want to waste any of his Sensei's time with his needs but then again it would be good for him to learn minor repairs if anything like this should happen a different time. He decided against it putting Sensei first. "Sensei i'm sure you are highly intelligent but I think I should let-" Genos was cut off. "Im sure I could do it besides its late, he's probably eating dinner" Well there goes all excuses."Alright Sensei..."

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"Alright Sensei I will walk you through it as I would prefer no complications not that you would cause any but just to be sure..." Genos cautioned slightly embarrassed with this situation he didnt know why. As he neared Saitama he began to question. 'Maybe I should just go...especially if these weird feeling keep on rising up' but it was too late. "Ok Genos."Saitama acknowledged."Now where is it and what is it?" Saitama questioned. "Some wires crossed in my neck Sensei I will open up the area for you." Genos answered sitting and tilting his neck for better access. 'Oh no.'

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 As Saitama worked on his neck Genos watched his Sensei. For being one of the most powerful beings he had met Sensei was gentle and kind. He was lucky to be his disciple. Genos blushed as he thought how careful his Sensei was being with his neck. 'Blushing? Over Sensei? Must be something to do with the wires...'. Genos was getting more and more flustered every second he thought about it. Saitama noticed that the commands had stopped and Genos was looking off into the distance and he seemed to be...blushing? "Genos?" he asked waving his hand infront of his face. Genos straightened up and looked at Saitama "Y-yes Sensei?" He stuttered. "Are you ok? Did I mess up on the wires?" Saitama said looking down at his work. "N-no everything is fine Sensei infact I think youre done..." Genos said quickly getting up and sealing up the area. "Thanks you Sensei." He said hurriedly and with that he went into the kitchen. 'Did I do something wrong?' Saitama thought as he looked at where Genos was.

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Genos covered his face with his hands once he entered the kitchen. He had made a fool of himself infront of his Sensei. He started worrying very unlike his usual stoic face and emotions leading him to become even more flustered. He quickly calmed down telling himself he would correct the problem in his wiring that made him feel this way later and pulled his poker face. It was late so decided to make instant noodles since they would be quick. While he was waiting for the water to boil he began to mull over the events that happened a few minutes ago. 'If this weird feeling gets out of hand I might have to go to Dr. Kuseno...maybe its nothing maybe just an influx of dopamine and norepinephrine after all he was still quite youn-' He was startled by the beeping signaling that the time was up for the water to boil. He quickly unwrapped the noodle packages and placed them inside the water. While he was to busy preparing that he didnt notice his Sensei walk up behind him.
"Instant noodles?" Saitama said while looking over Geno's shoulder. Genos dropped the noodles into the pot not so gracefully leading to boiling hot water to splash on him and Saitama.
"Oi! Genos be more careful!" Saitama chided narrowly avoiding water. "Are you okay?"
"Yes Sensei you just startled me thats all..." Genos insisted turning to continue making the noodles. 'I got startled? How did I not sense him? I was too busy thinking! I need to get over this fast' These weird feelings were starting to cause an annoyance and was affecting him in negative ways.
"Oh. Ok." Saitama replied walking out of the kitchen to turn on the TV.
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After they ate which was surprsingly pleasant as Saitama didnt bring up the event from earlier that day both of them went straight to bed.
Genos waited a few hours to confirm his Sensei was in deep sleep as too not offend him when he checked the area. When he finally decided it was safe he sat up on his futon and opened the area tilting his head leaving his neck exposed. He got up a headed into the bathroom to look in the mirror at his neck. He checked over and over whilst scanning himself but no problems were found. He was happy with his Senseis work and was happy he did so well when repairing him but then a feeling dread of washed over him. If it wasnt the wires...what was it? He quickly went to bed telling himself he would go to Dr. Kuseno the next day to get this sorted out.
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Genos woke up and rubbed his eyes. Even if he had no need too it was his brain after all it was still wired like a normal humans. He had woken up before his Sensei but later than usual he had only one hour instead of the usual 2. He got up and put away his futon. He got dressed and prepared a simple breakfast of eggs making a plate for Saitama and setting it in the fridge. After he finished his morning routine he wrote a note telling his Sensei that he would be going to Kuseno's for a routine inspection and that there were eggs in the fridge. Then, he left.
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As Genos ran too the lab his pesky thoughts got the best of him 'What if he cant fix this? What if theres nothing wrong? What if theres something exponentially wrong???' Before he knew it he had arrived and was a lot more nervous than he needed to be. He walked in and went straight to Dr. Kuseno albiet a little slower than usual but directly to him none the less.
"Doctor!" Genos greeted. The Doctor turned and smiled at him.
"Hello Genos how are you?" The Doctor said smiling.
"I think I may have sustained some damage from a fight." Genos stated.
"Really what makes you think that? You look perfectly fine to me." The Doctor stated with a smile.
"Some new forign emotions that I hadnt felt until yesterday when my Sensei tried to repair some minor damage from a fight." Genos answered as he sat on a metal tabl.
"Did you scan yourself afterwards to make sure everything was fine?" The Doctor questioned looking him up and down while checking for any problems.
"Yes Doctor." Genos answered.
"Im going to run a few tests and scan you myself just to make sure." The Doctor said kindly, "Now lay down..."
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After a hour of so of tests and waiting the Doctor came out smiling.
"It seems all you have is a increse and dopamine and various other chemicals in the brain." He paused and looked down at the clipboard,"Which means you are happier or in love." Genos froze at the last word. '...or in LOVE.'
"So Genos whose the lucky-" The Doctor was cut off as he looked at where Genos once was and then at the closing door. He chuckled slightly.
"I hope that his Saitama Sensei treats him well..."

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Genos was mulling over what had happened. 'Nothing bad just happier being with Saitama sensei thats all.' Him being flustered was just a normal reaction and there was nothing to worry about right? Genos neared the ruins of City Z and then stopped. He felt dread settle in the pit of his stomache.
"Maybe I should go shopping for Sensei. Im sure he wont mind." He quickly dashed off towads the main part of City Z.
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He checked the local papers for some sales at local supermarkets. He found a discarded paper from City A. He checked over the paper and saw that there was indeed a sale in City A. 'City A? N-not that far im sure Sensei would be fine as long as I bring back food.' Genos sighed he didnt know why he didnt want to go back yet there was nothing wrong nothing holding him back yet that uneasy feeling still loomed over him.
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It was nice finally having a purpose. Sure hunting a mad cyborg for revenge was a purpose...but it never felt right. He would continue to search he would never stop trying to get revenge. The question is what would he do afterwards? All he is is a weapon. He designed and saved all for that one purpose. It was then near death is when he met his Sensei. A reason to live besides a cold life of searching for a murderer. To become stronger. At the time he just wanted the power or at least find a way to obtain it. He studied his Sensei for a few days prior to giving up and doing it the "hard way" becoming his disciple. It was the first time in a while he had shed the synthetic tears that day. After he "fought" his Sensei he had began to feel an attachment. He was there for more than power or strength.
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He had arrived at City A by 2 as he had to take the long route to avoid his various rabid fangirls and fanboys. Stopping a few times to take some pictures and sign some autographs. 'It's true after my time with with Sensei I have been happy. Happier than I have been in years. It's not just me either...I have noticed an increase in happiness after I moved in. At least I hope so I wouldn't want to be a nuisance to Sensei.' He found the supermarket he was looking for and walked inside. Most of the items in the store were covered in orange stickers stating 'SALE' in big bold letters. Shopping was more of a hassle at sales and usually took longer that usual shopping. He had to scan the items to make sure they wouldn't go bad to soon or else they wouldn't be able to eat them in time. After scanning several food items and putting them in his basket he walked towards the registers. While waiting in the short line something caught his attention. He saw a small heart shaped box next to him with the words "Thank you" on top of the box. He picked up the small box and flipped it over. It was a small box of chocolates it was said to be for that special someone. 'Sensei is the only person that is remotely special to me...' He ended up buying the item for his Sensei. By 6 he was right outside the door.
"Sensei!"

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It seemed like an eternity before the door was opened. He was greeted by Saitama's handsome face.

"Oh. Genos where have you been?" Saitama said stepping to the side letting the cyborg inside. "I've been worried it is 6 and you left before I even woke up..." Unbeknownst to Saitama the cyborg was blushing. 'Sensei was worried about me...?" "I-its fine Sensei after I left Doctor Kuseno's Lab I ended up going shopping." Genos said turning around to face his Sensei. " I also got you something Sensei..." Genos put the grocery bags down in the kitchen and started to search for the box.

"Really you didn't have too Genos..." Saitama murmured. "Nonsense Sensei is one of the of the most important people in my life." Genos replied.

"Ah. I found it , here Sensei." Genos handed Saitama the box and turned around. He pulled out some vegetables and began to wash them.

"G-Genos..." Saitama said. "Hai Sensei?" Genos didn't look up from the vegetables."...do you like me?"
Genos blinked. Of course he liked sensei why would he be staying with him if he didn't? Genos toweled off his hands and turned to Saitama.
"Of course Sensei why would I dislike you? I do live with you-"
"No no not like that I mean...er like like?" The older bald man mumbled rubbing the back of his head. Oh. Oh.  Genos blushed, little LED lights coming to life under his fake skin. 'Sometimes I wonder if the Doctor made me too human like...'
"N-not like that Sensei...Why do you ask...?" Genos answered. Saitama raised the box and pointed to the words on top.
""Special Person"...Genos why did you get me this one?" Saitama questioned his face also alight.
"Sensei you are special to me I didn't know it meant that....I am sorry Sensei! I can return it and give you the money instead!" Genos bowed his head and offered to take it.
"Ah no...it's fine Genos I just wanted to know. Thank you Genos." Saitama blushed and walked into the living room.
'I hope I didn't upset him...why do I feel guilty?' Genos's mood worsened as he kept on thinking. 'Damn those lose wires must have done some permanent damage to my brain...' he was interrupted by a yell coming from Saitama.
"Oi Genos! Is dinner almost ready?"
Genos blinked and registered the question. "O-Oh! Hai Sensei please wait a few minutes."
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Dinner was awkward to say the least. They tried to make some small talk. Genos ended up with his cooling system going haywire and steam started to rise from his vents. After that they dropped the subject. After dinner Genos took it upon himself to do the dishes. After a while Saitama walked into the kitchen and stopped behind Genos.
"Genos-kun..." Saitama started guilt laced his voice.
"Hai Sensei?" Genos turned off the faucet and turned towards his Sensei his voice was solemn.
"Its ok...it was just a mistake.You know the whole "Special Person Chocolate thing". It was pretty expensive and fancy chocolate. Thank you. Please don't feel bad." Saitama finished with a small smile the guilt having disappeared. "So don't be embarrassed." At that moment Genos felt his heart stop. 'Saitama-sensei cares enough to apologise for my mistake...'. Tiny LED lights lit up underneath the pale 'skin' that covered his face.
"Cute..." He thought he heard his Sensei mumble. 'Cute? No it must be my ears.'
"What was that Sense-" Genos was interrupted by the sudden rubbing of his cheeks.(a/n CHEEKS I.E. ON THE FACE. I SEE YOU GETTING THOSE DIRTY THOUGHTS.) The LED's kicked into full gear. His whole face lit up in a bright red color.
"Oh they're softer than I thought they would be..." Saitama mumbled.
"Sensei!" Genos exclaimed when Saitama removed his hands. Genos covered his face as it was still red.
"Sorry, I just wanted to see if your cheeks were like real ones." Saitama laughed. He was genuinely happy from this encounter. After all he was much happier with Genos here. Genos looked up this time his face was flushed but not from embarrassment but from anger.
Saitama may have been the strongest man on earth but he didn't want to suffer the wrath of the cyborg. Saitama made a mad dash for the living room. "RUB N' RUN!" he shouted a steam spewing Genos not trailing far behind.
"SENSEI!"