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It was early in the morning, and Elliot woke up in his room. Reluctantly he seemed to be in shock and rushed straight forward to the bathroom and took a swift shower, then he somehow put his work uniform in one second (he's done this for the past years). He then checked his phone to see what time it was. 7:53 AM. He was late. 53 minutes late to be exact. Elliot was about to run to his bike when he saw that it was Sunday today in his phone and it was his day off all along! God. Did he really do all of that for nothing? Elliot let out a tired sigh as he walked back to his room, he was still tired considering that he had to take of yesterday's rush hour in the pizzeria, and it was understaffed too! 

"Hmmm....." Elliot thought, he still wanted to sleep, infact, he rarely has the time to rest. Everyone from the workshop just HAVE to pile all the work to Elliot INCLUDING the manager! Well, at least Elliot is getting more money in that way.

"I should probably go buy some groceries since I'm free" said Elliot as he lazily got up from his bed and wore his usual 'idgaf' clothes, and headed to the nearest market with his bike.

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Elliot had arrived at the market and was about to park his bike, when suddenly out of nowhere he heard someone yelling his name. To his surprise it was....Chance? What was he doing up this late? (Chance normally wakes up late)

"Chance? What are you doing here?" Elliot asked, confused as Chance panted to catch a word.

"Ells hello! I uhhhh have something to talk to you about!" Chance said with that stupid grin of his.

"Uhh what is it?" Elliot raised his eyebrow, it was rare to see Chance in need of help from him, considering how rich he was from gambling, did he need help with cleaning?

"Let's....talk about it somewhere private." Chance said as he walked to his car which Elliot didn't notice and signaled him to come inside. Elliot had to admit. He did have a nice car. Definitely got it through gambling.

"Sooo....what did you wanna talk about?"

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A short pause.

"It's my debts....and the Mafia"

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"What?" Elliot widened his eyes in shock. Still, he doubted that this man was somehow involved with the Mafia but he didn't think that it WAS real.

Silence spread across the car. Chance still grinning to lighten up the mood.

"I kinda uhh need your help"

Elliot blinked.

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Elliot blinked again 

"How....exactly..?" Elliot didn't want to get involved with some dangerous mob group, he could be killed that's for sure! Elliot's mind flooded with 'what if' thoughts and sweat formed, then was interrupted by Chance's hand being placed on his shoulder.

"I'll explain, if you accept to help." Chance said, his voice sounded desperate, like it was begging to Elliot. What was Elliot gonna do? Refuse? And lose a very dear friend of his? Or practically get killed? Elliot looked like he wanted to refuse. Then he saw Chance staring at him with his eyes. It looked....desperate...desperate for help. Elliot felt guilty, yes even if the situation was dangerous but it's his best friend! 

"F....fine.."

Perfect.

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The casino was very loud, well of course it would be because it was full of gamblers. It had numerous lights that Elliot swore could blind him because of how shiny it was, which comes to a question. How does Chance own this casino? If he did, why did he have debts if he's THAT rich?

Elliot, after standing at the front of the casino proceeds to walk inside. As he opened the doors, he was met by the loud noises of people shouting, machine slots whirring, and other kinds of stuff Elliot didn't know. Soon enough, he started to look for Chance so they could start their plan.

He kept looking, through corners and hallways but Chance was never to be found. Well, you can't blame him since the casino was HUMONGOUS and it felt like a literal maze to Elliot. Then Elliot had an idea, he forgot he had his phone the whole time, so he took it from his small handy bag he always carries that seems to have a bottomless pit and brought out his phone to text Chance.

'Hey Chance? Where are you? I'm kind of lost'

No reply yet. Elliot waited but thankfully he was met by a notification of Chance shortly after.

'Oh sorry buddy, I forgot to tell you where exactly we should meet! I'll just find you since this place is practically mine, mind telling me where you are?'

Elliot looked around left and right, he wasn't sure where he was right now, it looked like a long hallway and there was a elevator near him.

'I don't know, but I'm near an elevator if that counts'

Typing...

'Oh, well I know where you are now, just hold still for me will ya? And don't move anywhere, you could bump into him'

'You got it!"

Elliot sighed as he put his phone back in his trusty bag, he was KINDA annoyed at Chance for idiotically forgetting to tell where they should meet. Well, enough of that. Elliot tried to find something to do while waiting in the mean time, and he decides to recite their plan again in his head.

'Okay so, the plan was....to distract the debt collector or Mafia while he talks to Chance, then I come in and distract him so Chance can leave safely, and then followed by him making a huge noise to alert the debt collector and while he's distracted I get out in the back where Chance will meet me!'

Elliot lets out a sigh of pride, he felt proud that he precisely remembered everything in the plan! Well, it was guaranteed that he could due to his incredibly good memorization skills when handling absurd pizza orders from customers.

"Finally I found you!" Elliot was cut off by Chance running towards to him.

"Look you really could've messed things up on how late you came, let's just go." Chance then grabs Elliot's hand roughly and starts to pull him to somewhere. For a second Elliot didn't like Chance's attitude there. Well he for sure has a cocky attitude but he's not usually....not like this...

Elliot was filled with thoughts with what Chance just said to him and HOW he said it to him, was it because of him? No it can't be! Maybe Chance is just having a bad day? Just then Chance pulled to a half as he signaled Elliot to start the plan. Elliot then snaps out of reality as he saw Chance looking at him to get ready, right! Maybe he just felt upset because of this whole debt situation! 

"Okay, remember the plan alright?" Chance said reassuringly, Elliot nodded and Chance proceeds to walk to the "spot" where he would have a "talk" with the debt collector.

It wasn't long until the man had arrived, Elliot took a gaze at the man. He was very tall, wearing all black, with a fedora similar to Chance's. He widened his eyes in shock, he didn't think that the debt collector would be scary! Well, they are scary but not as scary as THAT. Holy! Elliot was panicking a bit when he suddenly remembered. Right, the plan! He peeked once again to see the large man talking to Chance, it looked like it was still good. Elliot needed a good time to interrupt them so Chance could escape.

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"Heyyy man!" Chance said with his usual cocky behavior, his grin wide even though the situation was very risky.

"Chance. Pay your debts now." The man simply stated with a cold and deep British voice. His eyes seemed to be covered by the fedora of his.

"Listen I- if you could give me like a few days? I'll-" "You're due 2 weeks. This is the last deadline Chance. Pay up. Now"

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Elliot was just sneakily watching them talk, he was cautious of how they talked. He needed THE perfect timing to sweep in. He thought of how he should talk to the man, should he talk casually or formally? 

While Elliot was thinking, he was interrupted by the man slightly raising their voice at Chance, and looked like he took a step closer. 'This is it! Go now Elliot!'

Without another thought, Elliot ran up to the man and "accidentally" bumped into him. Thought, Elliot was the only one who fell down in the process anyway. The man immediately looked at Elliot who was on the ground. Even though his eyes were covered, Elliot could feel his deadly gaze...

"A-ah! So sorry! I should've looked where I ran! So sorry!" Elliot immediately stood back up and fixed himself. He shouldn't have done that, as his iron was very low and he was wobbly, he was about to fall when he was surprisingly caught by the man with one hand. It was awkward silence. Elliot shakes his head and pushes the man away gently to not anger him up.

"You didn't need to that sir! I-uh.....sorry!" Elliot couldn't form words at the moment, was it because he was panicking? Or was it because of the fear the man brought to his skin?

"Don't think about it. Anyway Chance as I said you-" Mafioso looked behind his back to see that Chance was gone. He gritted his teeth. How could he let him escape?! He needed to pay his debt! He then gazes at Elliot, it looked like he was pissed off. Elliot was definitely dead. He's so dead! He could just practically melt Infront on this man of how scary he was!

"Look. If you're teaming up on him. I suggest not to."

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Elliot widened his eyes a bit.

"W-what do you mean?"

"I'm simply saying that he's no good." He then lifts his hand and grabs Elliot's chin. Elliot closed his eyes in fear, shaking slightly, he was VERY afraid. That's when he thought about the plan, where's Chance? Why hasn't he distract him yet?!

"I can't let someone like you be manipulated by him." He slowly let's go of Elliot's chin, who was still shivering in fear. He dare not to move. One move and he's dead that's for sure.

"N-No! He's not like that!" Elliot quietly stuttered, the man just grinned at him. Oh god. That grin. Was he going to get killed? 

"Then tell me Elliot. If he's your....'friend'. He would've come to save you from now." 

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"How do you know my-" He looks to see that the man was already gone, it was like he teleported in one blink. Elliot was filled with thoughts. All negative. What the man said was....right? If Chance was his dear best friend, why didn't he save him? Why didn't he do the plan? Did he ditch Elliot? Nonono....

Elliot was panicking, he quickly left the casino and biked his way to his house. He needs some sleep.

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Elliot woke up quickly and earlier than he expected. 5:37 AM. His phone read. He was pretty flustered about all this "debt" thing. Like how did the tall scary man know his name? Moreover why did Chance just leave him behind? He couldn't even sleep right even if he tried to. He had to confront Chance. And thank God it was his week break of his work, it can be tiring sometimes.

Elliot tried to shove it off, the thing he should focus on about now is why Chance left him. He needed the answer. He was gonna confront Chance today. Right now. 

Elliot proceeds to get out of bed and went to the bathroom to take a nice hot shower.

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He just stood there. Like he was some kind of mannequin. He had too many thoughts right now. Eventually Elliot finished taking a shower for about half an hour of overthinking, he then put on his usual 'idgaf' clothes and biked his way to Chance's house...or casino since he lives there.

Chance was just sleeping, the golden rays hitting his shades, though it's kinda weird for someone to just sleep with their shades on. Suddenly the door bell rang to his room. He tried to ignore it, but the ringing just got louder, so without any choice, he grumpily got up.

"Ughh...who is ringing this early?" Chance slowly got out from bed and walked down the stairs and to the front door.

*Yawn*

As Chance opened the door, he was met by a certain pizza employee in a serious face. Oh. That's when he remembered what happened that day. Surely Elliot didn't mind it right?

"Uhhh hi Ells! What brings you here this uhh...early?"

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"Chance."

Elliot said straightforward, his voice sending a very serious tone, and his brows furrowing slightly.

"Why did you leave me with him."

'Shit. Didn't think he'd come back in one piece.' Chance practically screamed inside his head. His body seems to get hotter causing him to sweat profusely. He needed to come up with a reason. Elliot was patiently waiting for an answer.

"Look im very sorry kiddo, I just kinda forgot about that part" 

Chance lied. His stupid grin growing wider to confirm that he was somehow telling the truth. He hoped that Elliot was stupid enough to trust him. He would be the sacrif-I mean the savior of Chance's situation!

Elliot let out a sigh. "Well, please remember next time. That man was pretty scary.", 'No way, he really IS that stupid. My plan is working better than my gambling."

"Will do, sorry again. But since you're here now, why don't we discuss the second part of the plan mmh?" Chance said cockily, kind of like teasing him to get involved as he leaned closer to Elliot.

Elliot pushed Chance away gently. "No. I don't want to." Chance's eyes widened behind the shades. Was he serious? Oh shit. He needed to come up with a plan B quick.

"Are you serious? You're seriously just leaving. Like that?" Chance said a bit annoyed.

"Do I need to repeat what I said?" Elliot came back at him. Chance gritted his teeth. Elliot slowly turned on his heel to walk away, when he was suddenly interrupted by Chance'd hand on his shoulder.

"If I die then it's your fault." Elliot widened his eyes. Was he....guilt tripping him? No no. He was still his best friend. He can't possibly. But what he said was...kinda true? Elliot then slowly turned his eyes to look at Chance, then he was suddenly pinned against the wall inside the room. Chance was definitely stronger than Elliot. Elliot wasn't the type to be strong.

"Hey let go!" Elliot squirmed underneath Chance. But it resulted in only Chance holding his wrists tighter. Elliot let out a pained yelp in the process. His breathing pacing fast like the air he exhaled was begging Chance to stop.

"You agreed to this didn't you Elliot? Aren't we friends?" Chance was pissed. His grip on Elliot's wrists became tighter than ever. It hurt. 

"F-fine please stop!" Elliot cried out. Chance finally let go of Elliot's wrists and it seemed like there was a mark on Elliot's wrists.

"Good. Let's discuss it now." Chance went to the living room and motioned Elliot to come along. What the heck? He's acting like this when he didn't just assault Elliot? Whatever. Elliot shook his head and reluctantly followed Chance to discuss....the plan.

Elliot was back in his bed again. His body stiff like he had just seen a ghost. The plan Chance discussed was DANGEROUS. And I mean DANGEROUS. 

'Okay. Okay. You can do it elliot.its not like this plan can kill you....SHIT IT DEFINITELY CAN OH MY GOD IM GONNA DIE! Nonononono....... Calm down Elliot, let's just recite what Chance said. To start off, we go to this strange alleyway where Chance will meet that strange scary man again. Then I will secretly go to a secret passageway to get behind the man. Then I somehow find a way to distract him. And once he is, Chance will run away, and wait for me to get out from the passageway, and then we run off together."

Elliot let out a very loud breath which he didn't know he was holding. He was in too much pressure. Surely there's a way to resolve this right?

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Right...?

Elliot just went to sleep to get ready for....tomorrow.

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Elliot Pov.

I was running for my life. Chance and I were running for the sake of our lives. The Mafia is chasing us inside the creepy and dark alleyway. Worst case is I am not familiar with this alleyway. I had to trust Chance with this. We kept running and running until we managed to lose them by hiding in a space by turning a corner. We both instantly panted like an animal looking for water. I can't keep running anymore. My feet are sore. Chance seemed to be fine but I'm not. I'm getting tired.

"*Huff* Just a *huff* little longer Ells! We're *huff* almost out of here!" He said with that same grin he always used. Let's not think about that right now. We're almost out of this hell! Just a bit further Elliot! 

I leaned against the somewhat wall looking wood to rest for a bit. When suddenly it came all crashing down by the Mafia's goons. One used a crowbar to break the wall and my leg was hit. Real bad. To the point it started bleeding uncontrollably. I saw Chance start to run and I instantly follow him. My adrenaline was coursing through my veins. The goons gradually kept up their pace and it looked like they were getting closer. Shit. My leg was too wounded. I can't run fast enough. I need help. Chance!

"Chance wait!" I shouted with all the might I had. I hoped that he heard me since he was getting smaller and smaller. But to my surprise. 

He didn't.

He left me.

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To die.

Tears suddenly ran through my face as my best friend had betrayed me. To be killed by some deadly people. I was getting slower and slower. My breaths becoming more shaky and louder. But I kept running. I kept running and running until something hit me in the head. Real hard.

Elliot was still nervous about this plan, he wished that everything would go according to plan and both of them would have to live in peace now. Elliot shoved the thoughts away as he went closer to the alleyway that Chance told where they would execute the plan.

It wasn't long until Elliot saw Chance leaning against the brick wall and walked towards Elliot. He looked oddly calm in this situation. Looked almost suspicious but Elliot didn't care.

"Ells! There ya are! C'mon, he's waiting for me deep inside, remember the plan alright?" Chance said in a cocky attitude. His hand making its way to Elliot's shoulder to guide him inside.

"Of course I remember, I never forget." Elliot said confidently which caused Chance to just chuckle as a response.

After minutes of walking they were very deep inside the alleyway now, the darkness seemed to be more and more as they walked closer. Elliot gulped in nervousness as he carefully scanned the area so he knows where the exit is. Then he was interrupted by Chance letting go of his shoulder quickly and hid Elliot behind a corner.

"Look, he's already there waiting. There's the secret passageway, remember the plan alright?" Chance said quietly to not alert the tall man waiting for Chance to pay his debt. Actually Elliot was very curious on why Chance couldn't just pay off his debt. I mean he was rich enough so why didn't he? Elliot just shook his head and nodded in agreement shortly after.

Elliot sighed as he saw Chance walking towards the man waiting. So without hisetation he swiftly made his way to the "secret passageway" to distract the man. Although it's more of a very cramped dark area than a secret passageway.

Elliot waited carefully, he tried to eavesdrop in but all he could hear was muffled noises. 

Chance and Mafioso.

"Yo Mafia man!" Chance said loudly with his usual cocky behavior. He was stupid enough to be confident in this predicament. The man scoffed and seemed irritated by his attitude.

"Chance. You are two weeks late. You owe us 10 million. Your last deadline is today as I said. If you don't pay, you won't see the daylight anymore." The man glared at him. Chance just kept grinning stupidly and kept akwardly making random noises.

"Listen uhmm if you could just give me anoth-" Chance was cut off by the sound of a sharp metal object being swung. The man was holding a sword and tensed up even more.

"Enough excuses. Pay up. Right here. Right now." 

Elliot was patiently waiting for the right moment to strike just like last time. He thought about what to throw to alert the man, so he scanned the area to look for something compatible.

"What the?" Elliot widened his eyes in shock, he saw a weird object that was perfect to be thrown. Elliot didn't care and just carelessly picked up the object. Good thing was Elliot was very good at throwing things at a precise angle and speed so this shouldn't be a worry for him.

*Shing!*

Elliot flinched at the sudden noise, he peeked out to see the man holding a....A SWORD?!?! JUST THAT MAN'S APPEARANCE WAS SCARY ENOUGH! Elliot felt like he was shaking from fear, part of him didn't wanna do this anymore. Either he could just help Chance and POSSIBLY live, or he backs out and also POSSIBLY get killed by the man if he saw him. Elliot's pupils grew smaller by fear and anxiety, then he saw the man taking a step closer to Chance and slightly holding the sword higher. 'GO ELLIOT GO! THROW IT AT HIM!'

Without hisetation, Elliot threw the object behind the man fast enough to alert him. The man instantly looked back in a blink of an eye and it sent Elliot shivers down his spine. Elliot quickly worked his way out of the cramped up area and he saw Chance bolting away and signaling him to RUN. And so Elliot did. As Elliot looked back he saw the tall man speaking in a walkie talkie and then 4 other men suddenly appeared and ran up to them. Elliot immediately ran faster until he was suddenly dragged by the hand by Chance.

"*Huff* this should be a good *huff* hiding place"

*Heavy breathing*

"Huff* Just a *huff* little longer Ells! We're *huff* almost out of here!" 

(Now in the situation mentioned first)

Elliot.

Elliot woke up and suddenly felt a tingle in his body, that's when he remembered what happened yesterday. That whole chasing thing. That whole- 'WAIT HOW AM I ALIVE?' Elliot screamed in this mind. He shakily checked to see his leg.

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It was all.....bandaged up...?

Elliot widened his eyes in confusion, who did this? What? As Elliot was processing what's happening. He saw a dark figure open the door in his room and he saw...

Him.

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Elliot froze and eyes wide, he laid down like ice had kissed him every second. 'Nono....what is he doing here?! Is he gonna kill me?!' Elliot was shivering from fear and immediately hid himself with his blanket as the man took a step closer. The man sighed and walked closer to the shivering blanket. He slowly opened the blanket and saw Elliot closing his eyes roughly and shaking.

"Don't worry, I'm not here to hurt you. Please don't be afraid." The man stated softly to not frighten the already shaking Elliot. He gently put his hand on Elliot and rubbed smooth circles on his back. Elliot seemed to calm down a bit and slowly opened his eyes. Although it was more like his eyes were half-opened, Elliot didn't wanna see the scary man, but....it seems like he's very gentle today. So Elliot took all his courage to take a gaze at the man in front of him. He was tall, that's for sure. He wore all black that complimented his golden skin well. The man noticed and let Elliot examine freely, but as Elliot was examining him, he saw his fedora.

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It looked like the very same fedora of Chance. 

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The one who left Elliot to die.

Elliot let out a breath he didn't know he was holding, everything came up to him in a flash. The whole debt thing, and how Chance was being rude- and how Chance left him- and how-?! The larger man placed his hands around Elliot and pulled him closer to comfort him. Elliot was hyperventilating. The pace of his breaths becoming more faster. And his eyes started to get watery. The larger man of course, noticed this and kept hugging him till he would be better.

"Shhh.... Let it all out Elliot." The man cooed softly, for one moment, Elliot was all quiet, his head resting on top of the man's chest, then he suddenly burst into tears and started shaking even more violently. This went on for a good few minutes, the man's suit was probably filled with tears now, but he didn't care. All he cared was about Elliot....how he placed all his trust in him....how he looks so.... The man snapped back to reality as he noticed Elliot was already snoring on his chest. His eyes were still watery and his hair was a mess. The man couldn't help but put a smile between his lips as he cuddled with Elliot, allowing him to relax and sleep more comfortably.

However...

The man noticed a calendar at the corner of the room, one of the square had a cake drawing on it that was scribbled in ink. The man grew curious and decided that he would ask Elliot about it once he wakes up.

After sleeping :>

Elliot was sleeping and snoring quietly, he felt an oddly warm sensation around him. Curious, he slowly opened his eyelids and he saw was...black?...what? He lazily looked around and he saw that the man-yes. The very same man that was chasing them in a dark creepy alleyway. WAS SLEEPING WITH HIM?!?! even worse. THEY WERE CUDDLING?! Elliot shook his head in embarrassment and quickly got up, or well-atleast he TRIED to. The man's arms was practically holding him in place so he couldn't budge at all. He was so warm. He hated the feeling! Shortly after the man also slowly woke up which startled Elliot into thinking he woke him up.

"Are you okay now Elliot?" The man asked. Elliot was spacing out in front of the man's face. That's when he remembered what happened last night, all the comfort thing, which made Elliot ask a question.

"Why are you doing this...?" The odd silence hit both of them as Elliot asked.

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"I told you, I can't let someone be destroyed by someone like you-know-who." The man firmly stated and mumbled something else as he looked away. "And also because I care..." The man looked back and slowly let go of Elliot so he could move. Finally, freedom for Elliot! He was so hungry and needed to eat something, he quickly got up and was about to walk, without noticing that his leg was still healing, he tripped down and was about to hit his head, when the man Swiftly catched Elliot. Just like how he catched him the first time they met.

"I...thank you.." Elliot said quietly, he was so tired that he forgot about his wounded leg. The man carefully and gently grabbed Elliot and pulled him slowly to rest in bed again.

"Your leg's still healing. It needs more rest till tomorrow." The man stated. He also slowly got up from the bed and adjusted his clothing before walking closer to Elliot again.

"If you're hungry I can get you something to eat." Elliot nodded to the statement and the man nodded back. The man then walked to the door to prepare some food for Elliot.

"Wait-...what's your name?" Elliot said quickly, like if he didn't say it fast enough he wouldn't know. The odd silence was yet back again. The man turned his head to gaze at Elliot.

"Call me Mafioso." And just like that, Mafioso left the room and gently closed the door. Elliot was...oddly happy. Happy to have someone take care of him for once.

Few minutes have passed and Mafioso returned with LOTS of food which shocked Elliot. Did he really want Elliot to eat THAT much? Mafioso then placed all of the food on Elliot's bed.

"Here's your breakfast."

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"That's quite...a lot...but thanks" Elliot then slowly ate the food one by one, and he couldn't help but notice Mafioso just.... staring at him..not in a creepy way obviously! More like a caring way!

"Elliot." Mafioso said. Elliot let out a audible 'Hm?' as his mouth was currently filled with food. "Can I ask a question." Mafioso asked. Elliot swallowed the food in his mouth so he could answer. "Sure what is it?".

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"Why is the cake scribbled all over in the calendar over there?" Elliot widened his eyes and choked a bit on the food. He didn't think that he would notice. Elliot just...stared at his food with wide eyes as Mafioso asked.

"Sorry if it's perso-" Mafioso was then interrupted by Elliot.

"No no! It's okay! Really! It's just that..."

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"Just... what?"

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Tears.

"It's my... birthday..I scribbled it because I don't have anyone to celebrate it with... Not even my family.. since my dad just kicked me out when I was 15 and I was forced to work in the pizzeria..." Elliot was again sobbing as Mafioso placed him into a hug to comfort him again. Mafioso just...smiled behind Elliot's back...not in creepy way.but in a happy way... He could get used to this.

"I'd like to spend your birthday with you Elliot, if it's okay." Elliot let out a small gasp and looked at Mafioso straight in the face directly.

"R-Really?!" Elliot asked with a high pitched voice, the kind where someone gets excited over something good happening. Mafioso nodded and made an audible 'Mhm'. Elliot immediately jumped to Mafioso to pull in for a happy hug. Elliot was now crying with happy tears. 

For once...

He actually had somebody to celebrate with...

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Elliot woke up rather excited today, next week was his birthday and Mafioso was gonna celebrate it with him! He had so many thoughts on what he wanted to do since he woke up, almost forgetting that he had to go back at the pizzeria today. He took his phone and checked what the time was to make sure he wouldn't be late.

6:13 AM. It read.

Elliot somehow tumbled from his bed from just seeing the time. He was almost gonna be late! His shift starts at 7:00 AM! Elliot panicked a bit and shifted his body to the edge of the bed to try to stand up. He took a gaze at his leg....it was still bandaged up, but it seemed to be better now. Elliot gulped as he was about to try to stand up and go to the bathroom. Thankfully he did, he could walk fine, just ignore how he has to walk painfully slow. Elliot sighed in relief as he went to the bathroom and took a quick shower. Lucky enough, Elliot didn't feel any pain when the water touched his wounded leg, since he kinda expected it to hurt. As Elliot finished taking a shower, he quickly wore a black turtleneck under his red polo with the logo of the pizzeria he worked under, and put on his long and rather baggy black pants and adjusted his belt. 

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Elliot just stared at his right leg for a moment, (which was the leg that was wounded) then he snapped back at reality and let out a tired sigh, he wished that noone would notice the oddly long rectangle inside his right pants. Though he didn't have to worry about it since noone would even talk to him in his workplace anyway. He proceeds to search for his phone to check what the time was again.

6:39 AM. It read.

"Well I'll definitely be late that's for sure. I can't bike to the workplace either since my leg Is still healing. *Sigh* guess that leaves me to walk there." Elliot sighed again as he checked all of his belongings again just to be sure he hadn't left any important stuff before going to work. 

It took ALMOST an hour for Elliot to WALK all over to the pizzeria, and let's just say. Elliot was for sure glad he was inside already. He didn't care that he was a bit late. He just needed the money, that's all. And so Elliot spent the day handling the cash register till his shift ends.

Mafioso and Eunoia.

"So, to clarify- you want to arrange a... birthday party..? For this guy named..Ellian? What was it again?" The lady said who goes by the name of Eunoia. She is the leader of the Mafia and also Mafioso's step mother.

"Elliot." Mafioso corrected her. Eunoia raised her eyebrow in confusion to this... sudden plan. She never saw her son like this before. He was usually all cold and rarely talked to anyone other than Eunoia of course.

*Ahem*

For a second, Eunoia stared at Mafioso at an alarmingly scary way. Mafioso noticed and tensed up before speaking up.

"Look, I'm sorry this is all 'weird' from me, but I really-" Mafioso was interrupted my Eunoia raising her hands indicating a "no".

"Nono! I didn't mean to look like that! Of course I can plan a birthday party for Elliot! I plan to meet him soon!" Eunoia exclaimed rather happily.

"You're not mad at me?"

"Nono, of course not! I'm very happy indeed! It's not common for you to care for someone that's all!" Eunoia reassured Mafioso. Mafioso smiled to see that Eunoia happily supported him. 

*Ahem*

"If you're free right now, let's plan this birthday party out!" Eunoia said as she somehow whipped out a large paper and a pencil to graph out everything needed for the party. 

"I'm free right now, but not this evening." Eunoia raised an eyebrow and smiled at Mafioso in a teasing way.

"To see him?? Hmm?" Eunoia teased at her son. Mafioso seemed to blush slightly as he heard those words. He didn't go there to see him! He was gonna go there to....check up on him! Yes! Mafioso shook his head to rub off the thoughts and grabbed the pencil to let go of this oddly embarrassing silence.

"No..let's just plan it out now." 

Elliot working.

Elliot was TIREDDDD, no. He felt like he could collapse any moment. As if walking all the way to the pizzeria was tiring enough. Try standing all day with your WOUNDED leg and put in a smile! Elliot was just thankful that it was almost the end of his shift. He glanced at the clock to check how many minutes left there are before his shift ends.

6:51 PM. The clock read.

*Sigh* 

'Dont be too impatient now Elliot! You should be thankful that you got to clock out early because the manager noticed your leg!' Elliot reminded himself in his mind. The pizzeria was kind of empty at this hour. But it was shortly gone by the ring of a bell and the sound of the front door opening. Elliot straightened himself and dusted some dust on him and he saw...007n7. It's not that he held a grudge against him. It's just that SOMETIMES his son can be a bit chaotic.

"007n7? Aren't you blacklisted for burning up the pizzeria?" Elliot raised his eyebrow and was quite shocked to see that c00lk1dd ( is the spelling right? ) was for once behaving himself and not cause ruckus for once. The father hold firm on the very excited child in front of Elliot, he couldn't help but let out a small smile, he had a soft spot for kids that's all. 

"Look- I know that I'm blacklisted, but my kid really wants a pizza and-" 007n7 was interrupted by the sound of a 'kaching!' from the cash register. Was Elliot letting him order?

"It's okay, just tell me your order, your kid seem to be behaving himself now, so I suppose I can whip you up a pizza" 007n7 eyes practically shined brighter and c00lk1dd was practically jumping up and down from excitement.

"Thank y8u, thank y8u P1zza man!" C00lk1dd exclaimed happily as he looked at the menu of so many delicious pizzas.

"How about you order kid?" C00lk1dd nodded at the question and immediately scanned his eyes at the menu. Elliot smiled. Because of how cute c00lk1dd was whenever he was so happy.

"Hmmm can w3 get Hawa11an P1zza?? 1 wanna try 1t!!"

"Of course kiddo. One large Hawaiian pizza please Elliot, with two bloxy colas. Thank you again." 007n7 said happily. He couldn't Believe that Elliot actually let him order this time.

007n7 and Elliot.

Elliot FINALLY clocked out and he was so relieved. He was ready to walk home when he was called out by 007n7.

"Elliot? Are you gonna walk? I can drive you home if you want!" 007n7 shouted and walked towards Elliot.

"Oh thanks, but you really don't have to!" Elliot exclaimed nervously.

"Please, I insist! And I noticed you limping too so please accept!" Elliot looked at the desperate 007n7 in front of him, he gazed at his car and saw C00lk1dd waving at him from the distance.

*Sigh*

"Fine, let's go" Elliot said in defeat as 007n7 guided him to his car.

"H1 Mr.P1zza Guy! H8w are y8u??? :P" C00lk1dd said with his silly smile. Elliot chuckled as he saw the cute side if the very same kid who burned down the pizzeria.

"I'm fine thank you, oh! Did you draw that?" Elliot asked as C00lk1dd showed him a drawing of him,007n7 and Elliot and a sentence saying "Yay Pizza guy forgives us!"

"Y3ah!!! D8 y8u l1ke 1t??? 1 dr3w 1t wh1l3 1 was wa1t1ng 1n th3 car!! :D"

"It's wonderful C00lk1dd! I love it! Is that a heart-shaped pizza?" Elliot pointed at the awfully drawn Hawaiian heart-shaped pizza.

"Y3s!! 1m s8 happy y8u n8t1c3d ^^ " C00lk1dd said very happily as he grabbed another paper to draw another picture.

"Yknow, I didn't expect you to be so well with kids" 007n7 while driving.

"I just like kids, that's all." 007n7 chuckled as Elliot said the sentence.

"I'm sure you do Elliot, and by the way-Oh! We arrived." 007n7 said with a bit of disappointment, he wanted to ask Elliot why he was limping. Maybe for another day. Elliot got out from the back seat and mumbled a thank you as 007n7 drove away while C00lk1dd was waving at him goodbye. Elliot, of course waved him goodbye back.

Mafioso.

Mafioso watched everything unfold in his eyes. He was gonna check up on Elliot in his house and didn't saw him inside. Then he went to the pizzeria he worked and saw Elliot talking to... somebody else. Mafioso felt his chest tighten. He hated how Elliot was so happy with them.

...

Was he jealous..?

No of course not! Cut it out Mafioso!

Mafioso shook his head and snapped back at reality as he saw that the man was finally away from Elliot as he drove away.

Finally.

Without hisetation, he immediately crept up behind Elliot and pulled him in a 'surprise hug' which startled Elliot a bit.

"M-Mafioso? What are you doing here?" Elliot asked as Mafioso pulled him tighter but not in a way that could hurt Elliot.

"I wanted to check up on you. Here." Mafioso handed Elliot a bouquet of flowers. It was a bouquet of Calendula in fact, Elliot's favorite. Though it seemed scary to how he knew that, but eh who cares, he's just a friend who cared for him.

...

Mafioso was CLEARLY confessing to him in an indirect way but Elliot didn't take the hint. Can't blame him because Elliot never thought about having a relationship, girl or boy, he thinks that he's not good enough to be in a relationship, at least that's what he thinks.

"Wanna go out?" Mafioso asked. Elliot instantly replied with yes and Mafioso's smile grew larger as he carried Elliot to his luxury car bridal style.

"E-eh?! Mafioso!"

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"E-eh?! Mafioso?!"

Elliot blushes awkwardly as Mafioso kept carrying him bridal style to his car. Mafioso finally let go of Elliot and slowly put him down to the ground to stand and opened the door for him.

"Get in princess" Mafioso tried to flirt, didn't seem to work though as Elliot only got in and said a quiet 'thank you' at him. He... awkwardly got in the driver's seat after that...geez...how embarrassing.

Mafioso started up the engine and played a soft jazz music. Elliot still felt a bit shy because of how fancy the car was. It shined in a black color and inside was even more Fancy. The seats was made in soft leather and fur to ensure max comfortability. Elliot also noticed that the car oddly had bunch of small bunny plushies, 'Aw, how cute!' Elliot said to his mind. Soon enough, Elliot got comfortable at the seat and started humming quietly with the music that was playing. 

'CONTROL YOURSELF MAFIOSO.CONTROL YOURSELF.' Mafioso was practically screaming inside his head to remind himself every second. The way Elliot hummed was VERY adorable for Mafioso. His voice was soft and pure, it felt like if he sang in a garden the flowers would immediately bloom.

"How's your leg by the way?" Mafioso asked to distract himself from the cute singing Elliot right beside him.

"Oh! Its getting better that's for Sure! I can walk, but...really slowly" 

...

"Sorry about your leg" Mafioso said, like he was guilty for ordering his minion to injure his leg.

"Huh? Ah-no! It's not your fault! It's my fault for every trusting him to do the plan anyway!" Elliot said nervously to lighten up Mafioso.

For a second, the inside of the car was uncomfortably silent, Elliot now looking down at his feet and Mafioso pitied himself. 

*Ahem*

"Anyways, Elliot."

"H-huh?" Elliot almost replied back immediately.

"Who was that man you were talking to earlier?" Mafioso asked, his voice getting quiter with the more words he said. His mouth turned into a frown, the frown where someone is embarrassed after asking stupid questions like this.

"Oh! Uhm, just a friend why?" Elliot said confused and looked over at the now-frowning Mafioso.

"Nothing." Mafioso just stated....coldly..he's not seriously....jealous...right..?

Elliot noticed at how Mafioso seemed to tense up the more time has passed, was it because of him? He blamed himself for every thought his brain could capture. Elliot just sadly looked out the window and said,

"Are you..mad..?" 

...

No answer.

'Calm down Mafioso! You can't be jealous at THIS time! But maybeeee, MAYBE you find more about his information and possibly threaten him to-' Mafioso was interrupted by a sudden sniffle coming from Elliot. He immediately parked the car to a nearby parking spot and frantically apologized to Elliot.

"Elliot I-i'm sorry, I just had something important in my mind, Of course I'm not mad at you!" Mafioso widened his eyes in shock to see that there now tears leaking from the window.

'Why? Is he mad? At me? Is it because of what I said earlier? Is it because of me? I'm never enough. I'm never enough for anyone. Everyone will eventually-' Elliot snapped back at reality as he was being pulled in a hug by Mafioso who kept apologizing to him every second. Elliot cried more as he implanted his face against Mafioso's chest and was being pulled in closer.

"Elliot please, please tell me why you're crying- I'm sor-"

"No...it's okay.." Elliot interrupted him as he seemed to have calmed down a bit.

"I just..thought that you were mad at me that's all..! And I...blamed myself for it...because of people from my past.." Elliot said as he slowly pulled away and wiped off his tears. He looked at Mafioso who was staring at him mouth open, like he wanted to say something.

"Elliot, as much as you think of, I can NEVER be mad at you. It was my fault for making it seem like I did. But believe me Elliot. I will always be not mad at you. Everything about you can never make me stay mad about you. Your hair is made in perfection, it shines gracefully like watching a sunset at the peak of a mountain. Your eyes remind me of nature's gentle waterfalls. Your voice is soft and pure, nothing can ever replace it. Your kindness is unreplaceable, even when others are not what you intended them to be, you will never judge them and still deliver your everlasting kindness. And those past people clearly missed out on you Elliot. You're perfect." Mafioso said and meant every.word. of it. He wanted to add the part where he said he liked him, but he didn't wanna overwhelm Elliot, not right now. He gazes at Elliot who was wide eyed from what he said, mouth open but can't form a sentence. Then suddenly- Elliot pulled Mafioso in a hug.

"Thank you, Mafioso." Mafioso hugged Elliot back and they stayed like this for a couple of minutes before Elliot pulled away.

"Let's go, shall we?" Mafioso asked and looked over at the window to indicate that the place he wanted to hang out with him with was close, Elliot, of course, nodded and followed Mafioso.

While.

Holding.

HANDS.

Mafioso wanted to explode at the very moment. Though it's probably because Elliot still needed assistance to walk at a normal pace.

They arrive at the park or whatever!1!

"Woah.." Elliot said in amusement, his jaw dropped to see many flashing lights, lots of vendors, a large crowd, and even a toy store!

*Tummy rumble*

Elliot blushed out of embarrassment, he forgot he hadn't eaten dinner yet. Mafioso chuckled, all he could think about was how cute Elliot was when all flustered, he'll definitely confess....soon.

"Are you hungry?" Elliot nodded nervously, and Mafioso smiled as he held hands with Elliot going to the food area. People shot out disgusted glances to see a very tall scary man holding hands with a minimum wage worker. He didn't care anyways. They finally arrived at a ramen stall and ordered two ramen noodles, one spicy and the other one not. They still held hands while waiting for the ramen to be finished.

"If you wanna buy something just let me know, I'll get it for you" Mafioso smiled at Elliot.

"Nono! I can pay for myself, I don't wanna be a freeloader!" Elliot said awkwardly as Mafioso looked at him directly in the eyes.

"I insist. Elliot." Mafioso stated scarily. But not THE creepy way. Elliot just nodded in defeat as they continued to wait.

-10 minutes later-

Finally, the ramen was finished and both of them went to a nearby eating area. People who ate there moved away awkwardly. 'More room for us then' Mafioso said in his mind confidently and began to eat his boiling hot ramen without blowing first.

"M-Mafioso?! It's still very hot!" Elliot stuttered as Mafioso was HALFWAY into finished his ramen.

"I can't feel it, don't worry" Mafioso said and Elliot quickly nodded. He started to eat more slowly, not because he's not hungry anymore, but because he was glancing at how Elliot was blowing the ramen and eating them slowly. Mafioso AGAIN panicked inside his mind of how Elliot ate his ramen slowly adorably, at least that's what Mafioso intended. Shortly after they both finished eating their ramen and threw the plastic cups in the trash so they can explore more ahead of them.

And so, after they disposed their plastic cups, Elliot again holds Mafioso's hand. Poor fella didn't even realize that Mafioso's heart was practically doing backflips at this point. 

After minutes of walking TOGETHER, Elliot let out a soft gasp as he found a stall that sold yarn. Crochet yarn to be exact. He wanted to buy some of his favorite yarn; chenille yarn- so he could make some plushies just like how he used to back in highschool, but remembered how expensive they were. Elliot let out a sigh of disappointment as he looked over at Mafioso staring at him. 

"Mafioso?" Elliot asked to the staring Mafioso.

"Elliot, treat yourself to the cotton candy stall over there for a moment" Mafioso said as he gave Elliot a 100 robux bill and was quickly taken aback by Elliot shoving it back.

"This is too much! It only costs 5 robux! (Currency works like dollar bills)"

"Accept this as a gift Elliot." He gave Elliot the bill again, and this time, Elliot sighed in defeat as he slowly made his way to the cotton candy stall.

Elliot.

'Hmmm, I wonder what flavor Mafioso would want...' He thought to himself. Eventually, he had bought two cotton candies for him and Mafioso, one was an Orange flavored for Elliot and the other Cherry flavored for Mafioso. Elliot hoped that Mafioso liked the flavor cherry.

He slowly made his way back to the same spot where Mafioso gave him the money. And was SHOCKED to see that...MAFIOSO WAS HOLDING LOTS OF BAGS THAT WAS FILLED WITH CHENILLE YARNS?!?! Elliot's jaw dropped as Mafioso effortlessly carried all the bags to him.

"I saw you looking at this, and no I won't let you decline this. Take it as a gift Elliot!" Elliot's jaw DROPPED throughout the whole night as Mafioso kept spoiling him with lots of stuff he liked.

After the hangout.

Elliot looked at Mafioso mad in the car. The backseats was literally filled with lots of bags that Mafioso bought for Elliot.

"Mafioso these are all too expensive!" Elliot exclaimed shockingly. Mafioso just smiled to see that his vision were laid upon a cutely mad Elliot in front of him.

"I'll make you take them no matter what." Mafioso said cockily as he started the car to drive his way to Elliot's abode.

*Sigh*

"Thank you for this wonderful night Mafioso." Elliot said quietly, but also loud enough for Mafioso to hear. Mafioso wanted to say something but saw that Elliot was already snoring. Mafioso squealed inside his head. 

'GOD HE'S SO ADORABLE.'

Finally, Mafioso arrived at Elliot's home and carried the sleeping Elliot to his bedroom. As he placed Elliot down the bed gently, he had the urge to do something...

*Smooch*

Mafioso was all red, he had just kissed Elliot on the forehead gently and slowly to not awaken him up. God, he looked so small of how embarrassed he was. He quietly went to the door and was about to close it, when he suddenly spotted something at the corner.

The calendar.

The very same calendar that was in the corner when Elliot was sad.

Mafioso scans it and saw that the scribbled cake drawing was now behind a plastered sticky note and had a new drawing of a cake with hearts at the side. Mafioso couldn't help it, he implanted another kiss on Elliot's forehead as he saw the calendar and awkwardly left the house. The very first thing he noticed was when Elliot seemed to relax when he kissed him. Was it a sign? Or was he just being delusional? Mafioso couldn't stop thinking about it the whole night.

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Elliot was feeling extra happy today, it was his birthday! And the best part was he could spend it with Mafioso! He daydreamed about what would happen, maybe they would hangout? Or maybe eat at a restaurant? Or maybe-

"Uhm Hello???? Are you alive?" Elliot was interrupted by the grumpy and impatient customer Infront of him waiting for his order to be taken.

"Sorry about that ma'am! May I take your order?" 

"A sorry isn't gonna fix it, you should get fired! How could you let your costumer wait like this? Let me talk to your manager!" The customer angrily exclaimed, to which by no surprise, didn't bother Elliot a bit, he had met many Karens more than you can count.

"I do apologize for the inconvenience ma'am, but please, let me take your order now!" Elliot said and forced on a fake smile to the Karen.

"Are you deaf or stupid? I said let me talk to your-"

"This is a pizzeria, now a place where your mouth can blabber."

Both the customer and Elliot was shocked and immediately looked to see that it was...007n7?!?! He shot a look at the customer that meant definitely meant something like 'leave or I'll beat your ass'.

"Ugh, whatever! This place is bad anyways." The customer angrily stomped her way out of the pizzeria and slammed the front door.

"Thanks for taking care of that zero, but I could've managed it on my own, but still, thanks!" Elliot said happily and plastered a very wide smile.

"You're very happy today, something good happen?" 007n7 asked, and C00lk1dd also came out from 007n7's behind and waved at Elliot.

"Oh well- it's just my birthday, wanna come?"

"OO8OO8OO D4D C4N W3 R34LLY??? :O" C00lk1dd said excited and jumped up and down joyfully.

"Thank you for the invite Elliot, and of course we'll come." 007n7 said as Elliot prepared the cash register to take 007n7's order. Oh right! 007n7 and C00lk1dd are now unblacklisted because Elliot managed to convince his manager to do so! 007n7 could not be any happier.

*Kaching!*

"What would you like to order?"

"We'd like today's house special, and also two bloxy colas." Elliot nodded as 007n7 gave him a 20 robux bill and gave 1.50 robux of change.

"Your order will be ready in 10 minutes!" Elliot said as he showed his hand to a empty table where 007n7 and C00lk1dd can sit.

Shortly after 10 minutes the pizza was ready and was handed by Elliot and 007n7 and C00lk1dd happily ate their house special pizza. 

Mafioso and 007n7.

007n7 had just finished eating his pizza with C00lk1dd and waved Elliot goodbye, when all of a sudden, he was grabbed by the shoulder and was pulled behind the pizzeria swiftly that even C00lk1dd didn't notice and started to look for his dad.

"Mm, mhm!"

*Gasp*

007n7 gasped for air as Mafioso was holding his hand at 007n7's face.

"If I see you at Elliot's house, you're dead." Mafioso glared at the panicked 007n7 and gestured his finger on his neck symbolizing a neck being cut.

"Okay!okay! But why?" 007n7 asked and for some reason he could feel Mafioso's eyes under his fedora light with rage.

"Don't. Ask. And if you tell him about this. You know what will happen." Mafioso stated as he walked out and disappeared mysteriously.

'Geez...what a weird man, I can tell he's jealous' 007n7 stumbily stood up and dusted himself before going back to his car and look for C00lk1dd, but thankfully he was just waiting beside the car.

"D4DD!! Wh3r3 w3r3 y8u??" 

"I just saw someone need help, don't worry about it kiddo." 007n7 lied. Well he HAD to. How would you feel if your dad randomly said 'Oh I was getting threatened by some weird tall man!'. Yeahhhh no.

After work.

Elliot got permission to clock out early from his shift so he could celebrate his birthday and was just checking his stuff before walking back to his house, when he saw a particularly familiar message. Oh! It was from 007n7! He checked to see what 007n7 texted him and it was...

'Hey Elliot! I'm sorry to say but C00lk1dd and I sadly can't come to your house today! I have lots of work piled up today and don't have the time to ignore it, sorry!

Happy Birthday Elliot!'

Elliot sighed in disappointment, he was actually hoping to spend his birthday with them, though the reason was understandable so Elliot just ignored and started to walk to his home.

After a good few minutes Elliot finally arrived at his house. He reached for his bag to grab the keys to his house. As Elliot opened the door, he was surprised to see that the whole place was all pitch black! He couldn't see a darn thing! Then suddenly, the front door closed slammed itself loudly and made Elliot flinch. His house can't possibly be haunted right? Elliot was shaking, when all of a sudden the lights came back and-

"HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!"

Elliot froze as he saw that Mafioso was standing infront of him smiling. THIS MAN MADE HIM A BIRTHDAY PARTY?!?!

"Mafioso! W-whats all this?!"

"You seriously didn't think this would happen on your birthday?"

"N-No...I only thought we would just hangout!"

"Well it certainly is more than just a hangout."

Elliot was jaw dropped and wide eyed. Then he pulled Mafioso into a hug and started to cry happy tears.

"Thank you for this Mafioso.." Mafioso slowly lifted his arm and placed it on top of Elliot's head and played on his hair.

"You deserve it Elliot." For a moment, it was just silence, the two of them hugging, when suddenly someone shouted-

"Ey! Boss finally has a partner!" 

...

PARTNER?!?!

WHAT.

Mafioso shot up a deadly glare at the person who shouted,'Wait till we get back.' The person immediately bolted away in fear and he looked back at Elliot frozen.

"Now now, don't treat our allies like that Mafi" Elliot flinched at the sudden words, he looked over to see a white woman with astonishing turquoise hair and a crown that matched well with her grey clothing.

"You are?"

"Eunoia. The leader of the Mafia and also Mafioso's mother." Oh right, Elliot forgot that Mafioso was part of the Mafia, but he didn't care!

"Mother?"

"Yes, I adopted him when he was a child. He was abandoned in an alleyway."

*Ahem* 

Mafioso coughed nervously which caused Elliot to let go of the hug. Mafioso was disappointed from that.

"Oh! What a young boy you are Elliot! Mafioso sure did pick a good one!" Elliot laughed nervously.

"What?"

"He didn't tell you yet?" Elliot looked over at Mafioso who covered their face with his fedora.

"C'mon now Mafi! Or I'll tell him!" Mafioso quickly wore his fedora back from that. He faced in front of Elliot and held his hands.

"Elliot. I like you. I have for a while now. I want you to be mine"

That left Elliot FROZEN ICE. Okay okay. HE DIDNT EXPECT A CONFESSION FROM HIS CLOSEST FRIEND! What should he say? He liked him too? I mean it's not like he doesn't but how should he say it?

*Chuckle*

"He wants you to be his boyfriend silly!" Eunoia stated at Elliot. Elliot looked at her, then looked at Mafioso back. He watched Mafioso's serious face that yearned for acceptance. 

"Let's give it a try..." Mafioso immediately lifted Elliot up and swung him many times in celebration. Eunoia clapped for them, and suddenly there was a loud thud then-

"HAS BOSS FINALLY CONFESSED YE-MMM!!" "NOT NOW IDIOT! THEYRE HAVING THEIR MOMENT!" All three of them stared at the other 4 who were eavesdropping and started introducing themselves. 

"Wait, isn't that the boy who we were-" 'If you continue the sentence of yours I will kick you out' Eunoia glared at Soldier who asked the question. 

"I'm so happy for the both of you! And Elliot, did you know that Mafioso keeps talking about you?"

"Eunoia!" Mafioso blushed and Eunoia giggled.

"That's very sweet of you Mafioso." Elliot let out a small giggle and he noticed Mafioso leaning closer- WAIT..HE WASNT GONNA KISS HIM RIGHT?! Mafioso leaned closer and closer-

"I-I'm not ready yet!" Elliot stuttered as he held Mafioso's face.

"I understand...love" Mafioso let the name slip out, earning a very red Elliot.

"Enough with the teasing! I'm hungry..."

"Ah right, let's go have dinner now"

...

"IS THAT A WHOLE BUFFET?!" 

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"Mafioso I'm so full...." Elliot silently groaned. There were....lots...and I mean LOTS of food inside Elliot's cramped house, how did they even get them in? Mafioso took a glance at Elliot who was stuffed with food.

"You're cute when you're grumpy" Mafioso teased which earned a side eye from Elliot.

"I'm not grumpy!" Mafioso just shot a smirk at the 'grumpy' Elliot. 

*Footstep* *Footstep*

Eunoia tapped on Elliot's shoulder, which caused him to almost fall off of his seat.

"Did I startle you?"

"A-ah no! Not at all! I was just surprised!" Elliot replied immediately as he fixed his posture on his seat.

"We should all go somewhere nice, we can't just celebrate here, we need to be somewhere better!" Eunoia exclaimed and signaled Mafioso's minions to clean everything up inside Elliot's house.

"How about the Grand Mall?" Mafioso added in, he looked over at Elliot to notify him if he'd okay with it and Elliot nodded back at him.

"Okay! Let's get ready, Boys!"

"Yes Ma'am!" Was shouted by the 4 minions from the other side and had already finished cleaning everything up.

"We'll go on seperate cars, I'll drive them to the mall" Eunoia winked at Mafioso and her eyebrows traveled up and down in a fast motion.

"Okay okay, no need to be so dramatic." Mafioso then proceeds to leave the house to start up the car. 

"See my dear? He's so cold, but when he's with you he suddenly becomes very happy!" Eunoia teased Elliot.

"I'm...glad to know that..." Elliot was blushing real bad, his face was red and it looked like there were smoke coming out of Elliot's ear like the one in cartoons. Elliot awkwardly went to Mafioso's car as he could hear Eunoia giggling at him. Mafioso, of course, held the passenger seat open and flirted again-

"Get in, my princess" 

"Of course, my Knight in shining armor" Elliot came back at him. Hah! He finally teased at Mafioso after all of his teasing earlier! Mafioso definitely blushed after that as he walked over to the driver seat like a drunk man. Mafioso proceeds to put on another jazz music and again, Elliot hummed to the music.

"You sing beautifully Elliot" Finally. Mafioso could FINALLY compliment Elliot every second and possibly tease him every since they were together now.

"Aww thank you Mafioso!"

At the Grand Mall.

The place was GRAND alright. It was HUGE. There were lots of shops inside, and also activities like bowling,skating, and even a park inside a mall?! This was definitely Elliot's first time coming here as everywhere they went he looked like a child who met their idol.

"We'll leave you two alone now, have fun!" Eunoia said as she went the opposite way with the boys and waved both Mafioso and Elliot goodbye.

"Well, what do you wanna do Elliot?" Mafioso asked at the wide eyed Elliot. He was still bamboozled about everything, it was all so new to him. Like, ever talk about a crystal that's not actually a crystal but a lamp!

"Is there an arcade? I wanna try!" Elliot said excitedly, Mafioso swore he looked so adorable like a child jumping up and down in excitement.

"Of course there is, it wouldn't be a grand mall if it didn't have one" Mafioso said confidently. Elliot holds Mafioso's hand and they both went to the 3rd floor where the arcade is. Mafioso STILL gets flustered whenever Elliot held his hand. Elliot's hand was so small compared to Mafioso's, but yet so smooth and delicate. They then stopped in front of the arcade and boy was it amazing alright. The flashing lights were emitted from dozens of slot machines, people's laughter was heard everywhere, and the air smelled nice too.

After getting their tokens, which was A LOT. Elliot still felt a tad bit hesitant of everything Mafioso does because he always ends up spoiling him. He explored around the arcade to find a claw machine, and he found numerous of them! He always wanted to try and win in claw machines ever since he saw people in the internet winning and giving tips on how to win easier. Elliot picked the claw machine that had cute seal keychains, seals were his favorite animal! So round and all cute :3 Elliot then proceeds to insert his tokens and put all of his focus on the buttons, buttttt sadly he lost. He inserted another token, and lost again. He sighed, he didn't wanna just gamble the odds, there were other things he needed to try out in the arcade too! He looked around for Mafioso and realized he was not there? He swore he was behind him the entire time- 

*Tap* *Tap*

Elliot felt two light taps on his shoulder, he looked behind and saw Mafioso.......

WAS HOLDING A VERY LARGE SEAL PLUSHIE!

Mafioso gave Elliot the seal and Elliot immediately hugged the plushie hard like it would run away from him. Mafioso AGAIN couldn't help but stare at how Elliot was happily hugging the seal. 'Wish I was that seal'

Elliot and Mafioso finally finished all of their activities now. Just ignore the fact that Elliot was holding so many plushies and other stuff that Mafioso won for him. Yeah Elliot was definitely struggling so Mafioso just took them so Elliot can breathe.

"I'm gonna get the car ready, wait here for me okay?" 

"Okay Maf!" Mafioso smiled at the nickname. Shortly after he goes to his car that was far far away from where they were, that's also the reason why he wanted Elliot to wait there, he didn't wanna tire Elliot's cute little legs! Elliot waved at Mafioso as he was now nowhere to be seen. He patiently waits for Mafioso to come back and check his phone when suddenly-

"Elliot? Is that you?" Elliot let out an audible gasp. That voice....sounds so familiar.... He looked over to see....CHANCE?!?!?!

"Leave me alone." Elliot coldly stated. He HATED Chance. He hated everything about him. He hated how he had gambling problems. He hated how he kept grinning. He hated how-Ow!

"My, who taught you to stand up for yourself?" Chance replied back as he pinned Elliot against the wall and gripped his wrists again. Just like how he gripped it last time.

"Go away you maniac! You left me to die alone!" Elliot tried to fight back, but this only resulted in Chance gripping tighter.

"That's the main question. How are you alive, Elliot?" 

*Shing!*

That sound.

That sound caused Elliot to flinch, he checks to see what that sound was.

A fucking knife.

Chance smiled like a loose killer. He lifted his hand that was holding the knife, and placed it dangerously close to Elliot's arms.

"N-no please!" Elliot begged and cried out.

"Too late." Elliot gasped from the pain as Chance slashed at his skin. 

It hurt.

It fucking hurt.

Elliot wanted to scream. Scream for help. But there was no one nearby. Tears started to form more as Chance started to implant more cuts, deeper this time. Blood leaked out of Elliot's abused arms. He wanted it to stop. What did he do to deserve this? Finally, the cutting seem to have stopped. But it's way worse. Chance lifted Elliot's shirt and pointed the blood soaked knife at Elliot's stomach. He was gonna slice it. When all of a sudden Chance was suddenly punched by the jaw super hard, making him fly over the his side. 

"Mafioso!" Elliot cried out as he saw Mafioso instantly running up to him. Elliot's arms were bleeding bad. Without hesitation, Mafioso ripped off a piece of his expensive suit, and used it to bandage Elliot's arms. His movements were fast, but gentle at the same time. 

"Elliot, what happened?" Mafioso asked while carefully bandaging his bleeding arms.

"It's Chance he-"

"What's going on here." 

That voice.

It was none other than Eunoia, with the 4 minions behind her back. Her eyes danced with flames. All she saw was a crying Elliot, a Mafioso bandaging his arms, and him. Eunoia walked over at Chance who was struggling to stand up from the impact of Mafioso's punch. Chance was about to reach for his knife, then bam! Eunoia shattered it into pieces with her very own heels.

"If I see you one more time. I won't be holding back. You're lucky you already paid your debt." Already paid? What did she mean? Elliot was confused upon eavesdropping their conversation.Chance bolted away from the scene immediately. Eunoia immediately changed from a super scary woman to a very caring woman.

"Elliot! Are you okay? What did he do to you?" By the time Eunoia said that, Mafioso already finished bandaging Elliot's arms.

"He just...cut my arms.." Elliot seemed to have calmed down. The other 4 eventually came to check on Elliot. Mafioso noticed how Elliot seemed to have tensed up when he was surrounded by everyone.

"Lady Eunoia, he needs some space." Eunoia nodded and went along with the 4 minions. Elliot relaxed and leaned closer in front of Mafioso.

"It hurts...."

"I'm very sorry Elliot, I shouldn't have left you here in the first place." Elliot quietly sobbed and Mafioso carried him inside his car slowly.

Inside the car was silent, but not the usual awkward silence, it was the kind of silence that was comfortable. 

"Maf? Can I ask a question?"

"Ask right away Elliot"

"What did Eunoia mean by 'you're lucky you already paid your debt'? I thought Chance said that he couldn't pay off his debt?"

...

"You're not gonna like this if I explain it to you" 

"But I wanna know!"

...

For a moment, everything was silent. Elliot was waiting for Mafioso to answer.

"Remember the alleyway?"

"Y-yeah?"

"After Chance thought you were dead when he saw you on the ground..he just paid off his debt right there. In front of your 'dead' body. Please don't be upset with it Elliot"

...

"No. I won't. He doesn't deserve my tears." Mafioso smiled at Elliot's courage. Soon enough, they finally arrived at Elliot's house and Mafioso carried Elliot to his bed.

"Can you....stay..?" Elliot asked as Mafioso was already halfway to closing the door.

"Of course I can stay" Mafioso exclaimed proudly.

"But there's something I wanna tell you first."

"What is it?" Mafioso turned around and all of a sudden- white dust appeared and Elliot saw that...MAFIOSO HAD BUNNY EARS!

"You're even more cuter now..." Elliot said tiredly, and then soon, he fell asleep. Snoring. Mafioso couldn't shrug the thought of what he said.

'you're even more cuter now' Did that mean that Elliot found Mafioso cute before? Mafioso just brushed it off and carefully climbed onto the bed and snuggled up close with Elliot, his arms was around Elliot's body like he was protecting him. And so, they both fell asleep in an instant, with Elliot snoring on top of Mafioso's chest, and Mafioso snuggling him close.

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Elliot slowly woke up in a daze. For a split moment he forgot everything that had happened, but then it all came back shortly after. He checked his arms, the bandage now has a pinkish color, it seemed like the blood have gone by now. Elliot lets out a small sigh of relief and looked to his side, he was shocked to see Mafioso sleeping and cuddling with him. 

'Did we cuddle last night? He looks so cute...' Elliot daydreamed inside his mind and just stared at Mafioso's relax face. He blushed as he kept staring at his face, thinking of how a dangerous Mafia man can be this adorable. Elliot lets his head on top of Mafioso's chest again, he examines Mafioso's current state right now, then he saw his bunny ears. Mafioso's ears had white delicate fur, and was about half of Elliot's height long. 

Elliot slowly let's his hands invade Mafioso's ears, and started to carefully stroke it. He couldn't help but notice how the ears twitched whenever he stroke it. 

"Do you like my bunny ears that much?" Elliot gasped in surprise as Mafioso was already awake behind him stroking ears.

"Don't scare me like that!" Elliot let go of the bunny ears as a 'punishment' for scaring him, to which by no surprise, left Mafioso disappointed.

*Chuckle*

"Sorry your Majesty" Mafioso joked and Elliot let out a small laugh. Just the way how Elliot laughs already makes Mafioso's heart flutter and do backflips. 

Mafioso proceeds to get out of the bed and stretched his arms out. Elliot giggles as he saw how silly Mafioso looked when he stretches, he looked like a zombie! At least that's what Elliot thinks. Mafioso then turned to look at Elliot and crouched down and signaled Elliot to schooch in closer, of course, Elliot did so.

"I think it's time we check your leg's condition" Mafioso said and Elliot let his right leg be on top of Mafioso's arms. He then slowly and carefully took off the bandages, not wanting to hurt Elliot. His movements were fast, and yet so gentle at the same time. Soon enough, after fully taking off the bandages, Elliot's leg seemed to be in perfect condition.

"Alright, looks like it's doing great, try to stand up Elliot" Mafioso ordered and Elliot did so. Thankfully, Elliot stood up just fine.

"Yeah it's definitely better now" Elliot exclaimed as Mafioso started to step closer in front of him.

"I have to do some business now, stay safe alright?" Mafioso then placed a soft kissed on Elliot's forehead, leaving behind a stunned, frozen, and wide eyed Elliot. He tried to process in his brain what happened right there.

"Mafioso you-!" Anddddd Mafioso had already left the room. God. Elliot sighed and went straight back in bed.

"What do I even do now....it's my day off today sooo I better go do something, hmmmm...." Elliot held his audible 'hmm' as he looked around and scanned his room for something to do. He then noticed the chenille yarn stash that Mafioso has bought for him, Elliot then immediately walked towards it and grabbed the white yarn, and his old crochet set he used to use when he was in highschool.

"I wonder if he...." Elliot scatters the yarn and searched for something he hoped Mafioso had bought.

"Aww he really did!" Elliot said happily as he picked up a box full of plushie eyes, and another full of stuffing.

"Well my hands aren't too hurt so I'm definitely gonna make Mafioso something with this, and it will definitely be a bunny!" Elliot proudly stated and he immediately went to work into crocheting. Thankfully, Elliot still had his muscle memories back in highschool where he used to crochet, he used to make a fortune selling his plushies! 

And so, Elliot spent precious hours on crocheting a cute bunny, he was careful on his pace and made sure to put a tight grip on the yarn to make the result better.

Eventually Elliot finished crocheting his bunny and he was very proud. He also added a little detail where the bunny had a fedora and a black fur coat similar to Mafioso's.

"There! Hope Mafioso likes it!" Elliot said as he placed the carefully crocheted bunny on his bed.

*Rumble*

Elliot's tummy rumbled and yearned for breakfast. Elliot was definitely stunned either as he didn't even notice he hadn't eaten his breakfast yet. Elliot sighed and went to grab his wallet to buy himself a nice meal, he didn't have the energy to cook for himself at the moment. And so Elliot quickly changed his clothes and wore a long sleeved red shirt and jeans, and walked to a nearby cafe.

"I'll have the Breakfast Coffee Combo please" Elliot ordered at the cash register.

*Kaching!*

"That'll be 11.50 robux Sir!" Elliot nodded and gave the cashier a 20 robux bill and soon got his change. From the moment Elliot turned his heel, he was quickly taken aback by seeing 007n7 and C00lk1dd Infront of him.

"Oh hey Zero! Are you also having breakfast here?" Elliot asked and looked over to see C00lk1dd waving at him.

"Yeah, well actually since we both are here, why don't we have breakfast together?"

"Yeah that sounds like a good idea" 

Shortly after Elliot sat on a table with 3 seats and waited for 007n7 and C00lk1dd to come back after finishing ordering.

"H1 MR P1ZZA GUY!! :D" Elliot looked over to see that C00lk1dd was again waving at him with 007n7 carrying their tray.

"Thank you for carrying the tray Zero"

"Of course, happy to help Elliot"

Everyone then started feast on their fresh toast with bacon and eggs, and coffee, but no coffee for C00lk1dd!

"So, how's life been Elliot?" 007n7 asked as he was munching on his toast.

"Oh, very great actually! And I have something to tell you by the way"

"Oh what is it?"

Elliot inhaled and exhaled slowly.

"I have a partner now!" Elliot said a bit shyly.

"D4d, wh4t's a p4rtn3r?" Asked the bewildered C00lk1dd.

"Ah, a partner son is someone you're together with, and congrats Elliot! So who is the lucky girl?" 007n7 asked and noticed Elliot getting a bit silent.

"Actually....it's a boy..but he's really nice to me!" Elliot reassured to 007n7, "and also very handsome..." Elliot quietly muttered.

"Is it the tall scary man that's in all black?"

Elliot choked on his food in surprise.

"Ah- how do you know?" 007n7 rubbed his neck awkwardly.

"Believe me or not, but he threatened me to not go at your birthday Elliot, I think he was jealous because I also saw him spying on us when we talked at the pizzeria" 007n7 confessed and continued to munch on his toast.

"Really? If so then I apologize for his behavior"

"No need! He's so into you though, I can tell of how he looks at you." The conversation continued until the three of them finished eating and had went their seperate ways.

Elliot put on his headphones and listened to some music on the way home. All of a sudden a black car stopped beside him and the window opened and it was surprisingly Mafioso. Elliot took off his headphones to hear what Mafioso was saying.

"Are you walking home?" Mafioso asked and got out of the car to open the door for Elliot.

"No, I'm swimming home" Elliot joked and went inside the car.

"Wait- I thought you had some business to attend to Maf?" Elliot asked as Mafioso put on the usual soft jazz music and started driving.

"Ah, well that? It ended rather quickly, I had to collect this mob's debt and he wouldn't pay even after 2 months. So to quicken things up, I killed him" Mafioso said confidently as Elliot's eyes widened in shock as he said it like it was nothing.

"Geez, sometimes I forget you're a scary debt collector Maf, an adorable one!" Elliot joked and tried to tease Mafioso. It definitely worked because Mafioso's grip on the wheel tightened like his life hung on it and was blushing very hard.

*Ahem* 

Mafioso coughed in purpose.

"Only for you bunny" Mafioso came back, and now Mafioso's blush was transferred to Elliot.

"Oh, by the way, I made you a gift!"

"A gift? For me? You don't have to"

"But you keep spoiling me!"

"That's my love language"

"But I made it!"

A short pause.

"Then I must accept the work of a god" Mafioso said as he already parked his car and grabbed Elliot's delicate hand and kissed it.

"So is that a yes?" Elliot asked awkwardly and brushed off his hand.

"Of course it is, why would it ever be a no?" Mafioso's heart fluttered and butterflies flew in his stomach as Elliot let out and audible 'yay' and excitedly walked to his house. Mafioso followed him up to his room and was met by Elliot holding something behind him.

"I hope you like it!" Elliot said nervously as he handed Mafioso the neatly crocheted bunny. It was the size of Elliot's hand, and it was definitely squishy.

"I love it Elliot, but you seriously didn't have to. And I already have the perfect gift Infront of my very own eyes" Mafioso flirted.

"Huh? What do you-Ohh! OH?!" Elliot realized and he nervously covered his now blushing face. Shortly after, Mafioso then grabs Elliot's hand and requested-

"I'd like to take you out on a date, my love" He let the name slip, he couldn't help it, he always wanted to call Elliot that, and now he finally did.

"You already know the answer Maf!" Mafioso then kissed Elliot's hand again and then carried him bridal style all the way from his room to outside.

"S-stop it this is embarrassing!" Elliot stuttered as Mafioso kept carrying him.

"Let the public know who you belong to Elliot~" Mafioso then dramatically opened the door and placed Elliot on the passenger seat, and walked towards the driver seat like Romeo.

"Where do you plan to take us by the way?" Elliot asked.

"To a park, we have a picnic, and I have a surprise waiting for you in the evening" Mafioso exclaimed as he was already starting to drive his car. Elliot was curious on what the 'surprise' was but he's definitely looking forward to it!

Elliot was very excited indeed for his first date.

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MY CHILDREN I WANT YOU ALL TO REQUEST ME WHAT YOU WANT WITH ELLIOT AND MAFIOSO, YES YOU HEARD ME!!2!1!!1 I WANT THIS FIC TO BE LONGGGGGGG 

YOU CAN REQUEST ANYTHING BUT SEX!1!!1

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Y'all sorry for letting y'all starve but I think I'll have like a 3 day break or sum.

DONT WORRY I STILL HAVE IDEAS IN WHAT TO WRITE, I'm just having writer's block ongjemsisjdkisjskishjajakja

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Elliot was booming with excitement, but also a portion of nervousness. Elliot had never been on a "date" before, not like anyone wanted to date him. But he didn't even care in the past, he called himself the "person who never wants to be in a relationship", but now? He was in a relationship with someone, someone who he loved more than anything. Elliot glanced at Mafioso whose eyes were focused on the road. He wanted to tell how much he loves him.

"Find me charming today?" Mafioso said out of nowhere, Elliot could've sworn that his eyes were glued on the road.

"W-what? How did you-"

"I sensed you staring at me, think I'm cute, mmh?" Mafioso teased, and got an answer from Elliot he did not expect.

"Yeah actually, I just love you so much! You make me feel special all the time" Elliot confessed, he didn't blush out of embarrassment, he had the courage to tell Mafioso that he loves him now.

Just as Mafioso parked the car, he immediately grabbed Elliot's hand swiftly, but not too quick, and said,

"Nothing can ever replace my love for you Elliot" Mafioso kissed Elliot's hand like from a prince in a fairytale, Elliot just smiled and let out a giggle. Shortly after Mafioso let go of Elliot's hand slowly and got out of the driver's seat and open the passenger seat door for Elliot just as Elliot was gonna open it for himself.

"Y'know I can open the door myself right?" Elliot said, his voice softer than ever.

"How can I make you feel special then if I don't do it?" Mafioso said and whipped out his hand and nodded at Elliot to signal him if he wanted to hold hands. Elliot, of course, accepted and held Mafioso's large hand and they both walked together towards the park, ignoring all the disgusted looks of people nearby.

*Tummy rumble*

Elliot blushes out of embarrassment and hid half of his face with his free arm.

"I thought you already had breakfast?" Mafioso asked, definitely concerned.

"Actually about that...the food at the cafe was not great anyway..." Elliot said nervously.

"Well, then let's get you something to eat" Mafioso said and dragged Elliot gently as his arm was still not 100% in good condition to a place called 'Food Corner' in the park. There were lots of people selling off delicious delicacies, the aroma could send Elliot off his feet and flying right now, there were so many food choices he didn't know what to pick.

"Want me to pick for you?" Mafioso asked and Elliot nodded in response. 

Mafioso took Elliot to a vendor that sold Churros and he could swear that he saw Elliot opening his mouth a bit and drooling. It wasn't long until the Churros are now at the hands of Elliot, it was nice, long, and definitely smelt great, and to top it off with a side of chocolate where he would dip the Churros in. Elliot took a bite, his eyes immediately sparkled like fireworks under a starry night. Mafioso stared at Elliot who was happily chomping down on his food, 'God why does he have to look cute when he eats?!'

"Maf? You didn't get any for yourself?"

"I'm not hung-"

"Nonsense! Here have one!" Elliot dipped a perfectly long piece of Churro in the chocolate and tried to feed Mafioso, but his mouth was sealed shut and would budge.

"C'mon Maf! I can't eat when you won't!" Elliot kept pestering Mafioso, but to no avail, it didn't work. So there was only one way.... Elliot dropped his head and gave up, he faked being sad infront of Mafioso. And then.....he stared into Maf's eyes with puppy eyes, Mafioso tried to keep calm but Elliot kept leaning closer with those big, sad eyes. Eventually, Mafioso gave up and sighed,

"Fine, but only one" Mafioso said in defeat and opened his mouth, Elliot placed the Churro inside and-

*Chomp!*

Mafioso ate it while with one big chomp, Elliot swore that he heard a noise being created when Mafioso's teeth collided. The sudden movement caused Elliot to flinch and immediately let go of his hand which was close to Mafioso's face.

"Don't just eat it whole! You could've choked!" Elliot scolded.

"But I didn't, did I?" Mafioso came back.

"I'm not feeding you anymore!" Mafioso just chuckled and was followed by Elliot also laughing. Both of them then proceeds to hangout at the park and they both enjoyed each other's company deeply.

5:48 PM 

Elliot laid down on the grass and let out a huge sigh, he was obviously tired from all of the hours they spent walking.

"I told you I should've carried you" Mafioso said who was already done preparing the carpet for their picnic.

"If you did that, I would've died from embarrassment" Elliot added and immediately sat up straight when he saw the picnic food Mafioso had prepared.

"I thought you were tired?"

"If you mention food, then I definitely will not be" Elliot grabbed the sandwich and took a bite, that same nice sensation was once again back, and Elliot could feel flowers beside his head as he slowly ate his sandwich.

"Stop staring!" Elliot said with his mouth half full.

"I'll have to break that rule" Mafioso teased and grabbed a sandwich for himself and started taking big bites compared to Elliot's small and tiny bites. It was comfortably silent, just the two of them eating together peacefully, under a nice tree, and also something amazing.

"Oo oo look! It's a sunset!" Elliot gulped down on his bite and stared at the sunset. It had beautifully abstract colors, a nice tint and hue of yellow and pink, each color complimenting each other gracefully. Elliot stared in awe and didn't want to let his eyes loose contact. Elliot then scooter closer to Mafioso and leaned his head on his shoulder, Mafioso smiled and wrapped Elliot to his side with one arm and they both watched as the sunset was now gone.

"Do you like sunsets Elliot?" Mafioso said as he pulled Elliot closer.

"Yeah...they're so...pretty in a way you can't explain" Elliot said and took a sip of his cup of orange juice.

"Wait-" Elliot suddenly sat back up and straightened himself, like he had just found out a wonderful idea. Mafioso let out a audible 'hm?' in response.

"What's your surprise?" Elliot asked, curious.

"You're pretty excited aren't you" Mafioso said.

"Who wouldn't be excited on surprises?" Elliot quickly stated.

"Calm down Elliot, we'll go there now" Mafioso exclaimed as he was putting everything back in the picnic basket. Shortly after they had now left the spot and is now inside the car, Elliot was swinging his head left and right and hummed to the music. God. He really should know that Mafioso will literally explode if he keeps this up.

The view was breathtaking. Mafioso had guided Elliot to the peak of a mountain, and it was absolutely jaw dropping. The city lights flickering in the distance, and the wind gently brushing Elliot's hair. He could see where everything was, he could even see where the pizzeria was! Mafioso then placed an arm beside Elliot who was still in absolute shock in the view, and pulled him close.

"Any second now" Mafioso randomly said, which confused Elliot.

"What do you mean by tha-" Elliot was interrupted by the loud sound of a firework setting up in the sky. Mafioso had set Elliot up for a firework show. The night sky became alive as ever, as the first spark of firework tore through it. Each explosion delivered grace and wonder to the skies, it felt like time itself had paused to watch the extravagant show. Then suddenly, Mafioso pulled Elliot closer to him and made him face forwards, and kissed him. They kissed as the heavens danced beautifully with the fireworks. The kiss was soft and gentle, filled with uttermost care and love. Elliot relaxed and pulled Mafioso to a deeper and more affectionate kiss. They held the pose for a good minute and Mafioso pulled out.

"I love you Mafioso"

"I love you more Elliot"

Mafioso then pulled Elliot into a nice warm hug, forming a cocoon. Elliot's first kiss was everything he had imagined. The way Mafioso's lips were slow and delicate against his own. They both watched the fireworks explode in the starry night and hugged each other tight.

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It is but another normal day in the pizzeria, the aroma of fresh pizza dough flying, the gooey stretch of cheese, and of course, the usual noises being emitted by the customers in the pizzeria.

*Kaching!*

"That'll be 15.75 Robux Ma'am!" Elliot said lightly and displayed his customer service smile. 

"Here's your change, hope you enjoy our pizza!" Elliot waved goodbye to the customer, expecting her to already walk out, but to his surprise, the customer leaned closer to the counter.

"Hey, you're like really cute, want my number?" The customer then slipped in a piece of paper that had something written in it, which Elliot predicted-was her number.

"No thanks ma'am, I have a partner, but I appreciate it!" Elliot forced his lips to form a smile as he was getting more uncomfortable every second. The customer didn't even listen and kept leaning closer.

"Why don't you dump her? I bet I'm more prettier" The customer flirted and traced a finger on Elliot's chin, which he immediately and gently pushed the finger away.

"No thanks, and it's a-"

"Please don't hook people in a place where people are waiting in line." Both the customer and Elliot looked back to see that it was 007n7, to which he narrowed his eyes at the customer and she angrily let out a audible 'tch' as she grabbed the pizza box violently and stomped her way out of the pizzeria. Good riddance.

"I owe you one for that Zero" Elliot said and sighed in relief as the customer was now nowhere to be seen.

"It was nothing really, just lending a hand" 007n7 reassured Elliot that it was alright and Elliot nodded in response and straightened his posture.

*Kaching!*

"What would you like to order today?" Elliot said and again put on his customer service smile.

"Just a cheese pizza please" 007n7 replied and Elliot nodded as he reached his hand out to write what he ordered. Although, Elliot couldn't help but notice that C00lk1dd was not with 007n7 today.

"Alright, that'll be 8 Robux!" Elliot said and 007n7 happily gave him the 8 Robux and left Elliot a extra 2 dollar tip.

"Thanks for the tip Zero, it helps a lot"

"Your welcome Elliot" 007n7 then proceeds to go to the corner where customers are usually waiting for their pizza to finish. It wasn't far away from Elliot's counter though, he wanted to ask 007n7 about something, and seeing that there weren't any customers nearby right now means now he has the chance.

"By the way Zero, can I ask where C00lk1dd is? He's usually always with you everytime"

"Ah well- I promised C00lk1dd that if he took a nap I'll buy him a pizza so here I am" 007n7 laughed awkwardly but Elliot laughed like he meant it, 007n7 couldn't help but plaster a smile as Elliot laughed softly, he's the only person that doesn't seem to have a solid prejudice on 007n7 that's all, and he appreciates it most.

*Ding!*

The bell rang behind Elliot, indicating that the pizza is now ready to be served. Elliot then grabs the pizza box and neatly tied it with a red shining ribbon. He then handed 007n7 the pizza as he was done and waved goodbye to him. Elliot looked around the pizzeria for a bit. Empty... Seems like there's nothing Elliot can do at the moment. He had already mopped the floor 5 times today and he already wiped the counter almost a dozen times. He had to admit. He was quite the workaholic guy. 

'I wonder what Maf is doing right now' Elliot daydreamed and placed one arm on his chin while the other stay relaxed.

"I'm sure you're all aware why I called you all to a meeting right?" Eunoia, the leader and boss, stated as she neatly sipped on her cup of coffee.

"So where are we gonna go, Lady Eunoia?" One of the four minions, Consigliere asked as the other 3 gossiped on where to go for their vacation. The only odd one out was Mafioso, who was just mindlessly sitting on his chair quietly, with his arms folded.

"How about a waterpark?" One of them struck an idea, Contractee.

"That sounds fantastic, do we all agree?" Eunoia asked and the four minions immediately nodded in excitement, except for Mafioso, who was still pretty silent throughout the whole meeting.

"Mafi dear, what about you? You've been silent the whole time! It's not such a common occurance we get to have a vacation!" 

"Yeah boss! Whatchu say?"

...

"Waterpark is fine." Mafioso stated bluntly, his voice giving everything but life. Eunoia thought about something, and she immediately knew how to make him not so somber.

"How about you let Elliot tag along Mafi?" Upon hearing this, Mafioso immediately straightened up and demolished his arms which were folding to which were now relaxing on his thighs.

"I thought you'd never say that, I'll ask him right now." Mafioso then remotedly got up from his seat and went to his car without a word, leaving the minions and Eunoia dead silent and mouth open.

"Yeah Boss really likes him huh?"

"Elliot's like Boss's charging station at this point"

*Ahem*

"Now now boys, go and start packing your things now, we'll depart tomorrow morning" Eunoia ordered and the minions all yelled out 'Yes Lady Eunoia!' in response and they all start going to there seperate rooms to start packing. Eunoia, of course, also started to pack her things shortly after.

It was finally time for Elliot to clock out and he couldn't believe he was about to say this, but he did. This day was by far one of his most boring work days ever, the only reason why was because of how empty the pizzeria was today. He then proceeds to go to his bike since he was now illegible to do so, but he still had his bandages on his arms he kept hidden for the past days under his chronically long sleeves.

Not so long later he arrived home and immediately went inside his house to rest on the couch. Elliot let out a biggggg sigh and he melted onto the couch and just smiled in relief with tired eyes.

*Ding Dong!*

The doorbell to Elliot's front door rang, 'who's ringing now? It better be someone important' Elliot thought to his head and lazily got up and sloppily walked his way to open the door.

*Creakkkk*

The door opened. And it was to no surprise and who Elliot was expecting, Mafioso.

"Oh hi Maf! Need something?" Elliot said happily and signaled Mafioso to enter in his house, to which Mafioso obviously followed.

"I need to discuss something with you" Mafioso stated. Elliot raised an eyebrow, curious of what Mafioso could discuss with Elliot.

"What is it then?" Elliot asked.

"Tomorrow, Eunoia and the other 4 are going to the waterpark for our vacation of our work, and I want you to come along"

...

"But I can't" Mafioso stiffened up and straightened his posture as he heard those words, the words he didn't wish to hear.

"Why not?" Mafioso asked, desperate for an answer.

"You know I have to go to work..." Mafioso sighed, for that reason? He could just easily threate- *ASK* his manager to let him get a slack off his work schedule.

"I'll talk to your manager, please? Eunoia is also expecting you to come." Mafioso begged and purposely transformed into his bunny form and leaned closer to Elliot.

"I don't know... I feel like I'll be out of place if I come" Elliot said nervously, resulting in Mafioso leaning closer to him. Their faces were so close. God. 

"You're never out of place Elliot. And plus, everyone is expecting you to come. Please?" Mafioso begged again and lowered his bunny ears. Elliot felt heat crawling up to his skin.

"I wanna come but...."

"But what?"

"My work.."

"Just let me talk to your manager and I'll handle things from here, please?" Mafioso begged and wrapped one of his arms behind Elliot. God. They were awfully close now. Elliot could feel Mafioso's warm breath in front of him.

"Alright... But please, don't do anything to my manager, he'll go bonkers on me"

"I won't promise." Mafioso smiled and placed a soft kiss on Elliot's cheek, leaving him completely frozen like a statue. Mafioso then pulls Elliot into a warm hug and held tightly.

"Okay.. I trust you but, how long are we gonna stay there?"

"Just for a week"

"A week?!"

"Yeah, what's wrong with it?"

"Nothing.. I'll just loose some of my paycheck, and I have to pay rent soon.."

"Elliot. You know I can handle those things." Mafioso voice suddenly went from happy and lively to deep and scary when he heard Elliot say those words.

"But I don't wanna use you for your money!" 

"You're not unless I'm the one insisting it" Elliot sighed, knowing whatever he did, Mafioso was for sure to do something about his "money" problems. He then rested his head on Mafioso's shoulder and tiredly said,

"Fine..but can you please help me pack? I'm kind of tired today.." Elliot said and tried to keep his eyes from falling into slumber from Mafioso's warm and comfortable body.

"Of course honey" Mafioso stated romantically and carried Elliot to his room to help him pack, or rather he was the only one doing the packing, since Elliot just casually fell asleep while Mafioso was carrying him. Mafioso didn't need to worry, he knew everything Elliot liked, so he confidently packed some clothes and other stuff that Elliot might need, and again carried the sleeping Elliot back to his car along side with his stuff. 

Mafioso wants Elliot to have the best time.

He'll make sure.

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Elliot slowly opens his eyelids, wait...did he sleep last night? He wondered. He looked around and sharpens his eyes from a blurry to a clear vision. Elliot gently rubs his eyes to see that he wasn't in his room. It definitely wasn't his. It looked bigger, and definitely more luxurious. The room had a wonderfully rich fragnant, and no dust and dirt dare to show up inside, as the room was sparkly clean. As Elliot examined the room he was in, the door slowly opens and there Mafioso was, standing with his hand holding the doorknob, and Elliot staring at him in shock.

"Maf? What happened last night? Did I..." 

"You slept while I carried you last night" Mafioso stated. Elliot suddenly jumped up and became hard as rock and still as a statue when he suddenly remembered something.

"Wait- what about my-"

"Don't worry, I've already packed everything you need" Mafioso interrupted him and Elliot let out a sigh of relief. He then proceeds to sit down on the king sized bed and Mafioso also followed after. They were now both beside each other, Elliot took no hesitation and leaned his head on Mafioso's shoulder, or at least he tried to- I mean, even with Mafioso sitting, he was still insanely tall. Mafioso chuckled as he saw Elliot struggled to put his head on his shoulder, so he adjusted his body and wrapped his arms around Elliot.

"Where am I exactly?" Elliot asked as he relaxed on Mafioso's warm body.

"Our mansion, of presumably our base" Elliot suddenly flinched at the words. 'Mansion? What?!' Elliot screamed at his head.

"I forgot you're rich Maf" Elliot said bluntly, then he snuggles up closer to Mafioso and just rested silently. It was silent, but the comfortable kind. Elliot could feel Mafioso's warm breath under his neck. For a second, it was just them snuggling then suddenly the door burst open and-

"Mafioso! Get ready now we're gonn-" Eunoia was interrupted by the sight of Mafioso and Elliot cuddling. Elliot definitely blushed in embarrassment after that, but Mafioso remained calm.

"Sorry for interrupting, but we will depart shortly later, so get your things ready!" Eunoia reminded the both of them and gently closed the door. 

"Well we better get started" Mafioso stated and broke their cuddling formation, Elliot yawned after that and proceeds to also get his things. 

Shortly after everything and everyone was now ready and well prepared. All Eunoia, Mafioso, Elliot, Consigliere, Contractee, Soldier, and Caporegime were now standing infront of the black, shiny limousine. Mafioso was going to drive today. Eunoia entered the car first, sitting in the front passenger seat, and the other 4 also gets in the car. As usual, as Elliot was about to open the car door, Mafioso just HAS to open it for him and gave him a wink.

"Seriously, I can open the door for myself Maf, I'll feel like a baby" Elliot exaggerated.

"I'll be the one to babysit you then" Mafioso winked at him again and Elliot felt a tad bit of heat crawling up his cheeks. He shook his head reluctantly after that and got in the back seat with the other 4 minions who he aren't very fond of yet. Mafioso then went to the driver seat and proceeds to start up the car and started driving to their location.

"Yo Elliot! Doing good today ye?" One of the minions said.

"Yeah, but also a bit nervous" Elliot quietly said as he wasn't very fond of talking to new people outside of the pizzeria.

"Believe we haven't introduced ourselves right?" One of them asked and Elliot nodded at the question, soon enough, he was now being introduced to the 4. Their names were; Caporegime, the one with black shades, Consigliere, the one with the white hat, Contractee, the one also with a hat but black, and lastly, Soldier, the one with the hat known in Russia, Elliot couldn't define it. The minions were fine throughout the whole drive, they were cocky but also understanding, to which definitely surprised Elliot on the inside as he didn't expect them to be so well behaved. 

Finally, after hours of driving, they finally arrived at the waterpark. Everyone was awe-struck and was very excited, everyone except Elliot, who was jaw dropped and eyes VERY wide.

"Maf, when you said we were going to a waterpark, did you say that it would be ONE OF THE BIGGEST?!?!" Elliot panicked. 

"Mafi! You didn't tell him? You know he gets surprised by things like these!" Eunoia scolded at Mafioso.

"Wait...SO IT REALLY IS?!" 

"Uh-huh....." Eunoia nodded, definitely concerned about Elliot who looked like he would explode any second.

"The entrance probably cost more than my life!" Elliot said. Mafioso then pulled him with his hand to relax him.

"Sorry Elliot, thought it'd be a nice idea to surprise you with that, but you deserve it." Mafioso reassured at Elliot, who looked like who was relaxed now.

"So are we all ready to go now?" Everybody let out a audible 'Mhm' and nodded, Eunoia looked over at Elliot to make sure, Elliot, of course, noticed that Eunoia was waiting for his answer.

"Yeah..."

"Excellent!" Eunoia said happily and gladly walked over to the entrance area.

"Good morning Ma'am! Welcome to ######## Waterpark! Have any reservations?"  The person handling the counter asked.

"Yes, it's Eunoia."  Eunoia replied and the one in front of her immediately scanned their thick notebook to check for any reservations under the name of Eunoia.

"Eunoia... Eunoia...Ah hah! You're staying here for 1 week if I'm correct?"

"Yes, that is correct."

"Perfect! Just grab these tickets and show them to that guard over there, thank you and have a nice time!" Eunoia waves goodbye to the person and handed everybody else the tickets. Everybody then handed their tickets to the guard and they finally stepped foot on the large waterpark. It was HUMONGOUS. Elliot could see many different pools of various sizes. The slides are also a must, every pool has nearly 5 slides with it. Elliot glanced at Mafioso, who was carrying half the stuff while also holding hands with Elliot, which Mafioso insisted himself even though Elliot didn't want to because of how many things Mafioso needed to carry.

"Isn't this expensive Maf?" Elliot asked, still worried about everything, he never had any experience of such fancy and expensive places.

"It's barely a portion of our money" Mafioso said confidently, to which he thought would make Elliot more calm, but resulted in Elliot more shocked. 'Is my partner actually a Millionaire? No- Billionaire?!' Elliot practically yelled in his mind.

"You doing alright Elliot?" Mafioso asked as he glanced over Elliot who was nervously looking everywhere with a worried face.

"Yeah...just that I've never been to a place this big and luxurious...and..this is also my first time coming to a waterpark.."

"Well I'm glad we can be your first experience." Mafioso said and placed down the items he was carrying inside their villa. Wait what? Since when did they get into their cabin? Or villa.. Elliot just ignored the thought and went to get a glass of water.

"Ah, Elliot dear! Look what I got for you!" Eunoia walked over to Elliot and showed him a neatly woven black swimsuit, That comes to a question in Elliot's mind, seems like they really like the color black huh? Elliot politely grabbed the swimsuit and examined it, until he noticed a cute bunny figure at the upper corner of the chest.

"It even matches with Mafioso's!" 

"You got us matching swimsuits?"

"Yeah! Wouldn't be much of a relationship without matching hm?" Eunoia teased him, which Elliot embarrassingly blushed hard and ran to the bathroom to change into his swimsuit.

"I have to change now- bye Lady Eunoia!" Elliot quickly said and bolted to the bathroom. Eunoia smiled as he noticed that Elliot used the term 'lady' in addressing her.

"You picked a good one Mafi" Eunoia mumbled to herself and went on to also change into her swimming attire. (To clarify, Eunoia is water proof)

Elliot finally finished dressing into him the swimming attire Eunoia gave him and it was actually nice. The sleeves were long, which he liked, and had long leggings. Elliot proceeds to look for Mafioso in their massive villa, to which with no difficulty, he found him already in his swimming attire, the one Mafioso and him were matching.

"God...this seems a bit tight.." Mafioso mumbled to himself and saw Elliot staring at him. OH MY GOD. was all Elliot could say in his mind. He stared at Mafioso's muscular body, he could trace every curve of muscle inside that attire, and if he looked very closely, he could see his abs a bit- 

"Like what you see?" Mafioso teased him, which made Elliot get out of his mindless thoughts.

"I-I uhh- NO!" Elliot said nervously, his face was now a bright red as he blushed deep hard. Mafioso chuckled. God. That hot voice.

"Before we go, I think it's about time we un-bandage your arm" Mafioso was right, it was a long time since Elliot had the bandage on his arm. And he did NOT want people to see the obviously bandaged shape on his arm inside his attire. Mafioso quickly but carefully took off the bandage, and the arm looked like brand new. Elliot sighed in relief as Mafioso disposed the bandage in the bin. Elliot stared at his "bandaged" arm for a bit, it was all perfectly fine, like it hadn't been cut and slashed painfully, he tried to trace any cut marks but there was actually none! 'Well it's a good thing tha-'

"Let's wait for the others to finish." Mafioso had wrapped Elliot up in a cocoon of his own large arms. Elliot didn't complain any further and just melted in his arms as they waited for the others.

After a few minutes, everybody finally finished wearing their attire and was a whole lot ready to go for a nice swim. And to confirm, Elliot did infact match with Mafioso, the same bunny figure in the upper corner of the chest.

"Let's go!" Eunoia ordered and everybody followed so. Mafioso offered his hand to Elliot and obviously he accepted and grabbed his hand and walked together to the pool.

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"We'll be going to the deepest pool now, have fun the two of you!" Eunoia waved goodbye to both Elliot and Mafioso and the 4 minions gladly followed her. Mafioso glances at Elliot for a bit, who seemed to be out of thought as he stared at Eunoia and the other 4 go to the....deepest..pool.

"Answer me Elliot, can you swim?" Mafioso asked, and placed his hand on Elliot's shoulder to soothen him.

"No..." Elliot said quietly, a bit embarrassed.

"Fret not Elliot, just follow me" Mafioso said confidently and reached his hand out to Elliot. He dragged Elliot gently to one of the...weird square water tub thingies Elliot couldn't tell. It did have a sort of bubble blowing though. Mafioso stepped in first, and waited patiently for Elliot to do so.

"This is called a Jacuzzi, don't worry, it's not deep, it's very warm and relaxing." Mafioso reassured him. Elliot hesitantly but eventually placed his foot on the 'Jacuzzi', the moment the warm bubbly water touched Elliot's skin, oh it definitely hit the spot, Elliot could agree that it was indeed relaxing. Now Elliot had his whole body under the warm bubbly water and head sticking out as he closed his eyes in relief. God it has been an awfully long while since Elliot felt this relaxed.

"Say, isn't that THE Mafioso? What's he doing here?" Mafioso's ears immediately focused more and eavesdropped on the gossip more.

"Yeah, that's him alright, and what's he doing with a gay twink? He'd be better off with a hot girl like me or you!"

"Damn right you are! How could anybody fall in love with a measley weak boy?"

That was enough.

Mafioso angrily stepped out of the Jacuzzi unnoticed by Elliot, and walked over to the girls who were gossiping. He wanted to punch them and tear off their plastic faces so much. 

"If you're gonna gossip at least don't do it Infront of people." Mafioso said sternly, definitely pissed. The girls however, didn't felt afraid but rather, flirtous.

"Don't worry big boy~ We'll bre sure to take note of that~ what's your number? We'll gladly give you ours~ just dump that gay we-"

*Slap!*

Eunoia had slapped both the girls and now their faces now had a bright red across their cheek, the two girls plastered their hand on their slapped cheek and glared at Eunoia.

"If you don't leave right now I'll make sure you won't see the daylight anymore" Eunoia said angrily while smiling like a maniac to the girls, something about the way Eunoia talked definitely had an influence because now both the girls were running for their life. Eunoia turned on her heel of her robotic foot and faced Mafioso face to face.

"I saw you approaching them from a distance, and I could tell you were about to punch them straight in their face." Eunoia said as he dusted off her shoulder.

"I could've handled it myself but, thank you, Eunoia." Mafioso gladly said.

"No worries Mafi! Now go and enjoy your time with Elliot!" Eunoia said and again waved goodbye to Mafioso as she walked her away again to the other 4 who were swimming in the middle of the pool. Mafioso also proceeded to walk over to the Jacuzzi and went into the water, which Elliot noticed.

"Oh! Maf? Where had you been?" Elliot asked as he blew bubbles from his mouth in the water. He glanced at Mafioso for a bit, and God he could see Mafioso's soaked muscular body. He couldn't help it, he stared at Mafioso's body as heat crept up to his skin. He was so focused in staring that he didn't even notice Mafioso had already wrapped an arm around Elliot and pulled him close. And he was even closer to Mafioso's body now. Elliot squealed inside his head like a highschool girl.

"You really got to stop staring at me Elliot, it's funny" Mafioso said and chuckled as he saw Elliot quickly covering his red face with both of his hands.

"You just have a nice body...that's all..." Elliot admitted. Mafioso pulled Elliot closer, now forming a large cocoon if you can count it. Elliot relaxed even more and pulled his body lower to blow some bubbles, which he found very fun for some reason. Mafioso thought it was cute and ran his fingers to Elliot's soaked long hair. Out of the ordinary, Mafioso had effortlessly braided Elliot's hair so fast, that Elliot didn't even sense it in his head.

"What did you-"

"There, it looks nice on you" Mafioso showed Elliot his now braided hair on his shoulder, he has to admit, Mafioso definitely did it better than his attempts of braiding it on his own whenever he tried to, he failed miserably and quit trying to do so.

"Since when did you learn how to braid hair?" Elliot said and smiled, and again he sunk deeper and blew bubbles.

"Don't believe me, but Eunoia actually taught me, she would sometimes get me to braid her hair often" Mafioso said, earning a hearty laugh from Elliot.

"That's really funny!" Elliot laughed, and Mafioso laughed along with him. For a second, it was all quiet and peaceful, when suddenly- someone shouted out-

"Yoo-hoo! Elliot and Mafi dear! I got you both milkshakes!" Eunoia shouted from afar and eventually reached closer and handed both Elliot and Mafioso their milkshakes, only problem was, Eunoia lied and it was only one big milkshake with two straws! 

"You-" Mafioso tried to say but Eunoia was already giggling her way out of the Jacuzzi. Mafioso sighed.

"I-It's not so bad Maf, infact it seems romantic even.." Elliot reassured Mafioso as he took a sip of the Chocolate Milkshake. Mafioso stared at Elliot as he sipped down and let out an audible and satisfied 'Mmm!'.

"It's really good Maf you should try!" Elliot said and sipped again happily. Mafioso also proceeds to take a sip on the milkshake, he had to admit, it was really good. The delicate and delicious Chocolate flavor melted in his tounge gracefully with the cold soft ice. Eventually they both finished the milkshake and Mafioso insisted that he dispose of the milkshake, he then proceeds to walk over to Elliot again and held out his hand, Elliot, confused, took it and stood up.

"We can't just sit here darling, let's go try out everything" Mafioso flirted with the name and guided Elliot to one of the pools. Mafioso was the first one to go to the water, obviously, since Elliot can't swim. Elliot just stared worriedly at Mafioso who was swimming effortlessly, making it seem already easy. Mafioso swam closer to the corner and looked at Elliot.

"Just hold on to me Elliot, I'll hold you" Mafioso said and reached out his hand. Elliot let out a shaky breath and slowly grabbed Mafioso's hand and went in the cold water. It was deep. Elliot definitely didn't wanna learn how deep the pool was. He clung on to Mafioso desperately as he swam, to which, Mafioso found cute and adorable. 

"Yo boss!" 

"Huh?" Elliot said surprised, as he just closed his eyes while Mafioso was swimming. He saw Eunoia, Consigliere, Caporegime, Contractee, and Soldier all swimming! Elliot frantically looked side to side and realized that they were now in the middle of the pool. Elliot climbed onto Mafioso's back and grabbed firmly like his life depended on it, which it actually did.

"Why didn't you tell me you would go in the middle Maf?!" Elliot said quickly as he desperately clung onto Mafioso. Maf didn't give a reply but only chuckled in response.

"Elliot dear! How's your time so far?" Eunoia swam closer as she asked, ignoring how Elliot clung onto Mafioso like a nail stuck on a piece of wood.

"Great, yeah definitely great!" Elliot forced a smile as he panicked inside. Goodness he didn't wanna drown!

"That's..good to hear..!" Eunoia smiled and implanted a thumbs up as Elliot's panic grew larger as Mafioso teasingly kept sinking deeper into the water.

"Mafioso stop it! What if I drown?!" Elliot shouted but Mafioso's head was now already under water, and with his hands onto Mafioso, he took was dragged down. A second later Mafioso came out of the water and grinned as he saw Elliot looking dizzy.

*Chuckle*

"You need to learn how to swim Elliot, I'll teach you, c'mon" Mafioso said proudly and Elliot nodded in response. Eunoia and the other 4 was now staring at Elliot struggling to swim, and just smiled in concern and shock.

"Do you think he'll be fine?" Soldier, the first one to strike a conversation.

"Nope!" The other 3 said, Eunoia just kept quiet and carefully glanced at Mafioso...'teaching'...Elliot how to swim.

*Cough* 

*Cough*

Mafioso held Elliot as he coughed some water out of his mouth. Elliot was tired from the lessons.

"Maf I'm tired..." Elliot admitted and rested his head on Mafioso's shoulder.

"Alright, just stick to me for now, we'll try again tomorrow" Mafioso said and Elliot groaned as he heard Mafioso said 'again'.

"We should go on one of the slides!" Eunoia said to the 4 and they all nodded in response. Of course, she swam to Elliot and Mafioso and asked them if they wanted to go to a slide with them, and they both nodded in response also.

"Finally...land.." Elliot groaned as his feet were finally now on dry land, and NOT in water. 

*At the top of the slide*

"Okay, who's going to the front, Elliot?" Eunoia asked.

"No no no! I can barely swim!" Elliot admitted.

"I will Lady Eunoia!" Contractee said and positioned himself on the slide, his hands clasping at the sides of the slide.

"I'm gonna be the last" Elliot said.

"Suit yourself" Eunoia said as she already positioned herself in the slide with the other 4. Without warning, Mafioso gently pushed Elliot to the slide and sat behind him.

"Maf, I said I'll be the last! You-"

"3 2 1 GO!" Contractee shouted out loud and let go of his hands, now they were all sliding down at the chronically long slide. 

"WOOOOO!!!!" Eunoia, and the other 4 shouted and placed their arms high up in the air as they shouted. Elliot was the one screaming, like literally. If you could describe it with one word. Elliot was screaming AGONIZINGLY like the screams in horror movies. Mafioso, wrapped his arms around Elliot strong like he would suddenly fly out if the slide. After what felt like minutes, they all finally splashed onto the water. Mafioso guardedly held Elliot to prevent him from drowning and Elliot held onto Mafioso like he had been paralyzed or possessed by a ghost.

"That....was...FUN!" Elliot said unexpectedly shocking Mafioso.

"LETS GO AGAIN!" Contractee shouted again and everybody immediately yelled 'YEAH!' and they bolted to the stairs and to the top of the slide and went again with the same position, Contractee at the front, and Mafioso at the back, holding Elliot instinctively.

"WOOOOOO!!!!" Everybody, including Elliot, except Mafioso, shouted as they all slid down the very long tall slide.

*SPLASH!*

They were now all back in the water with a very loud splash and they all laughed at each other.

"By the way, Elliot" Mafioso asked.

"Hm? What is it Maf?" Elliot responded, his face now facing Infront of Mafioso.

"If you want, we can go to the aquarium later." Mafioso stated and stared at Elliot whose eyes was widened and jaw dropped.

"THERES AN AQUARIUM??"

"Yeah, wouldn't be much of a 5 star without one"

"I wanna go!" Elliot said excitedly as Mafioso swam back to the shore and grabbed both their towels to dry off.

"Oh? You two aren't gonna swim for now?" Eunoia asked and swam closer.

"I'm taking Elliot to the aquarium, if you don't mind" Mafioso said in response.

"Oh, then have fun you two!" Eunoia waves goodbye and swam back to the other 4 who were either diving, or cannonballing on the diving board.

Elliot and Mafioso both walked their way to the villa and picked out some new clothes for the aquarium. Elliot wore a nice orange hoodie with a black turtleneck, paired well with his brown pants. And Mafioso, as usual, wore all black.

"Let's go shall we?" Mafioso reached his hand out to him and Elliot gladly held it and let out an audible 'Mhm!' as they both walked to a staircase that lead to an underground and somehow was connected to a really large aquarium.

At the end of the day, Elliot was now inside his shared room with Mafioso, (which Eunoia definitely did NOT plan out) resting as he was tired from all of the swimming and walking the whole day. Mafioso was definitely not tired at all and simply laid down on the bed with some comfy black clothes and pajamas. Elliot also proceeds to go to the wardrobe to go change into his pajamas as well.

"I think I'll sleep early today Maf.." Elliot said and yawned as he laid down on the bed beside Mafioso.

"Then rest well darling, we still have a long week ahead of us" Mafioso said and implanted a kiss on Elliot's forehead. Elliot, still tired, smiled and drifted off to sleep quickly. Mafioso then proceeds to wrap his arms around Elliot slowly to not awaken him, and gently places Elliot's head on his chest. Mafioso stared at the now sleeping Elliot and smiled as he drifted off to sleep.

Both of them were now asleep in their shared room, cuddling and snuggling. Eunoia peeked through the door and saw the adorable sight of her son and Elliot sleeping together. 

"How sweet.." Eunoia quietly mumbled and gently closed the door.

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Elliot's 'vacation' has finally come to a half as he was now back in his abode, early in the morning, preparing to go to his usual shift at the pizzeria. He hoped that his manager won't talk to him how...Mafioso talked to him..Who knows? That man is painfully unpredictable, he either threatened his manager or actually just had a talk with him.

*Sigh*

Elliot sighed and just went forward to his bike to shrug the thought off. 

Not so long he finally arrived at the pizzeria. He parked his bike in the parking area for employees and stood Infront of the yet-to-be-open pizzeria. 'Just stay calm Elliot! Just DONT talk to anyone today, and it will be all okay!' Elliot repeated in his mind as he finally reached his hand to the door handle and opened the door.

"Ah, Elliot!" Someone shouted out loud. No. That voice was similar. Similar to....HIS MANAGER. Oh dear. Sweat continuously poured down his face and forced a smile as he saw his manager walking towards him quickly. Is he gonna fire him? Hope not!

"Are you done with your v-vacation? I could give you more time if you want! I can even give a raise!" The manager said in a flash and held Elliot's hands like he was some sort of super famous model. Mafioso definitely did something to his manager...

"N-no! It's okay! I-"

"Please I insist Elliot! Just state your time!" The manager quickly interrupted him and smiled in a way that was creepily eerie.

"Can I ask- what did he talk about with you?" Elliot asked and the manager immediately stopped moving.

...

Silence.

"NOTHING ELLIOT ENJOY YOUR DAY!" He blurted and bolted to his office. Elliot was gonna have a talk with Mafioso once he's done with his shift for today. Elliot just sighed and flipped the 'closed' sign at the door to 'open' and began mopping the floor and cleaning the counter. 

*Cough*

*Cough*

"Dear Mafi what happened to you?" Eunoia asked and stared at Mafioso on the bed coughing with a worried expression.

"I'm okay, now if you don't mind I'll-" Mafioso tried to stand up but Eunoia quickly stopped him.

"No, you need some rest!" Eunoia scolded at Mafioso and folded her arms like a typical mother descipilining her child.

"I told you, I'm *cough* okay." Mafioso groaned.

"I can tell you're not. Now wait here while I grab some medicine for you, don't fret, you're illness is not something serious so it should heal quickly" Eunoia reassured Mafioso and headed straight to the door and closed it gently and went to grab some medicine for Mafioso.

Shortly after, Eunoia came back with a tray of food and some medicine on the corner. She slowly placed it down on the bedside and noticed Mafioso staring at the medicine.

"You know you'll have to take it for your cold" Eunoia said.

"It's not a cold. It's something more serious." Mafioso said grumpily.

"Geez, you're grumpy today Mafi, now eat your breakfast!" Eunoia ordered and Mafioso did so.

"I'll be back later, make sure you take at least a spoonful of that medicine" Eunoia pointed at the medicine and headed out to do some important documents for work.

It was now afternoon in the pizzeria, and boy Elliot was tired from the lunch rush that just ended half an hour ago. To make it worse, the place was understaffed today, so Elliot had to take orders AND also bake pizzas! 

"Hh...." Elliot groaned tiredly and melted on his counter. It wasn't long until the bell rang again. Elliot quickly stood up and straightened his posture and made sure to put on his customer service smile.

"Elliot? Where have you been?" Unexpectedly, it was 007n7 standing in front of the cash register.

"I've been away for vacation for a week, sorry I forgot to remind you" Elliot said and reached his hand out to the buttons on the cash register.

*Kaching!*

"It's no problem, well- maybe it is for C00lk1dd, he kinda missed you" 007n7 said and awkwardly laughed as he placed his hand behind his neck.

"Did he really? Go tell him I said hello! And, what can I get you for today?" Elliot said and took out a pen and paper, ready to take note of 007n7's order.

"I'd like a large cheese pizza, one side all meat, and the other all vegetables please" 007n7 said and Elliot chuckled a bit.

"Is the kid having problems with eating his veggies again?"

"Yeah...that's about right" 

"Haha! Alright, that'll be 16 robux" Elliot said and 007n7 nodded and took out a 15 robux bill and a 1 robux bill.

"Sorry in advance but, your order might be a bit late because we're understaffed" Elliot said.

"Oh, it's okay really, I don't mind!" 007n7 reassured him and Elliot nodded as he went inside the kitchen to bake Zero's pizza. With his years of experience inside the pizzeria, he was confident with every move he pulled in making the pizza. He gracefully kneaded the soft dough into a perfect circle, and squirted on some Tomato Sauce perfectly with the Mozzarella, and then he grabbed the toppin- oh, it's empty.

"Right...were understaffed..." Elliot said to himself. Understaffed was a understatement in this situation, he was the ONLY one present in the pizzeria right now. He lazily went to the back and refilled all the missing toppings and proceeded to make 007n7's again.

"God Mafioso take your meds!" Eunoia said, annoyed, as she was now holding a spoonful of bright pink liquid, which was the medicine, Infront of Mafioso's sealed mouth.

"C'mon Mafi! How are you gonna get better if you don't take your meds!" Eunoia scolded again and tried to feed Mafioso the spoon, but, Mafioso pouted and sealed his mouth tighter. Goodness. 'For a Mafia Mob he for sure acts like a grumpy kid', Eunoia said in her mind and tried to feed him again. And again. And again. And again.

"Goodness me! You're tiring me Mafioso! And I have some work to do!" Eunoia scolded Mafioso and just gave up. She angrily left the room and slammed the door gently, she can never get mad at her son like that. But this applied! Mafioso groaned and smiled in victory and continued sleeping.

*Cough*

...

Well that's gonna be a problem.

Elliot never felt more tired In his life before, well- technically he did from his past work days that were far more worse than today- but he was still super tired! Elliot sighed in relief as he now flipped the 'open' sign to 'closed' and went to his bike. Shortly after Elliot got ready and started paddling on his bike. When suddenly-

*Ring ring ring!*

Elliot's phone rang and he quickly stopped for a bit to answer the call. It was-

Eunoia??

"Thank goodness you called!" Eunoia said over the phone, she sounded tired in Elliot's perspective.

"What did you call me for Lady Eunoia?" Elliot asked.

"Is it okay if you pay Mafioso a visit?" 

"Sure! But why?"

"Well, he's got a cold an-"

"It's not a cold! I'm telling you it's far *cough* way more worse!" Mafioso said grumpily from a distance. Elliot had the urge to laugh, but had to keep it close, he found it silly that Mafioso was getting grumpy by being sick.

"Don't worry, I'm on my way Lady Eunoia!" Elliot said and quickly hopped on his bike and paddled to Mafioso's place. Wait...

"Wait... As far as I know, I don't know where you guys are...Maf never told me" Elliot said through the phone and halted to a stop.

"Ah! It's ########## #####!"

"Thank you Lady Eunoia, I'm going there now!" Elliot said quickly and hung up. Eunoia sighed. FINALLY she had some help after hours ot torture trying to feed Mafioso his medicine.

"Who were you *cough* calling?" Mafioso groaned.

"Elliot, he'll be helping you take your meds" Eunoia said and left the room.

*Cough*

Oh dear. Mafioso did NOT want Elliot to see him like this.

Elliot arrived at the location, it was a LARGE mansion, just like what Mafioso said last week. But he didn't have time to be amazed now, he went inside and rushed to Mafioso's room (which Eunoia gave directions in the call) ignoring the people trying to talk to him. He slowly opened the door and inside was Mafioso laying on the bed, and a tray beside him, which had a pink and grey bottle in the corner, which Elliot assumed, was the medicine.

*Cough*

"Are you okay Maf?" Elliot rushed over at Mafioso to check.

"I'm fine" Mafioso said sternly. He obviously was not. Elliot didn't buy it.

"No you're not, Eunoia told me everything, now take your meds" Elliot said and grabbed the spoon and filled it with the pink liquid that came out of the bottle. Elliot let the spoon travel to Mafioso's mouth, anddddd of course, just like what Eunoia mentioned, he sealed his mouth shut.

"C'mon Maf, you'll get worse if you don't take it!" Elliot attempted to feed Mafioso again, and it obviously didn't work.

"Maf stop being a child! You're being very grumpy today!" Elliot scolded and Mafioso's face turned into a frown.

"I'm no*cough* grumpy!" Mafioso pouted.

"Well if you're not, then take this med!" Elliot tried to feed him again, and to no avail, didn't work! God. Elliot was gonna be stuck here for a long time.

It had already been HOURS of Elliot talking care of the grumpy child called Mafioso and also trying to feed him his meds. And not one single attempt succeeded! Elliot grew tired, he definitely related to Eunoia now when she said how tired she was trying to take care of Mafioso.

"C'mon Maf... Just take your meds!" Of course, Mafioso didn't apply and sealed his mouth shut once again. Elliot let out a sigh and flopped his head on Mafioso's bed.

"What can I do to make you take your meds...?" Elliot said tiredly, now, his whole body flopped onto the sheets of Mafioso's bed.

"How about a kiss" Mafioso stated and Elliot jumped out of his bed. Seriously?? A kiss?! Elliot slapped his forehead and groaned.

"Fine..but just drink it first please.." Elliot said and surprisingly, Mafioso actually drank the WHOLE bottle of medicine. He didn't even flinch of the taste! Had this man been plotting this all along?! Mafioso then proceeds to turn his face to Elliot and signaled him to come closer.

"Ugh..here.." Elliot said and lazily kissed Mafioso on his cheek. Mafioso's face that was in a wide grin, now faltered to a grumpy frown.

"I said a kiss" Mafioso said angrily.

"But it was a kiss! And you didn't specify it so-" Elliot was interrupted by Mafioso suddenly KISSING HIM ON THE LIPS?! The two of them stayed in the position for a while. Elliot's lips that was cautious now faltered to a relaxed feeling as Mafioso gently kissed him. The kiss was warm, gentle, and slow. Then finally, Mafioso pulled out leaving Elliot to gasp for air. Elliot quickly covered his face with his arms and Mafioso grinned at the sight.

"I'm leaving now" Elliot stated and was about to leave the room, when suddenly Mafioso pulled his hand and stopped him.

"Can't you stay? It's awfully late tonight" Mafioso was right. It WAS awfully late. Elliot sighed, it wouldn't hurt to sleep here right? He lazily turned on his heel to face towards Mafioso.

"Alright..where's your guest room?" Elliot asked.

"You can sleep with me" Mafioso romantically said and prepared some space for Elliot to sleep.

"No. You've tired me enough." Elliot said sternly.

"C'mon Elliot! And if you sleep with me, I'm sure I'll be better tomorrow" Mafioso was reassured Elliot and his grin grew wider. Elliot just gave up after Mafioso's pleads.

"Okay already...do you have any spare clothes?" Elliot asked and Mafioso pointed to a door that led to a massive wardrobe. Or can you even call it a wardrobe? As it was nearly the size of Elliot's own house! 

Elliot came back shortly after dressed in some oversized clothes and pajamas from the wardrobe. Mafioso suddenly felt heat coming from his face. Was it because of how cute Elliot was when he wore his clothes? No! Snap it out Mafioso! Elliot immediately flopped onto the bed and sighed in relief. He could finally rest for the day. He didn't say any words as he almost immediately fell asleep beside Mafioso. Maf, of course, slowly came closer and cuddled with Elliot. He tried a different position this time. Not the usual Elliot chest thing, but now Mafioso hugged Elliot like he was his very own pillow. A special pillow. Mafioso smiled and placed his head on Elliot's shoulder and tried his best not to randomly cough out. He swore he would kill himself if he randomly coughed and would result in Elliot possibly waking up. Yeah he definitely did not want that to happen, so he just drifted off to sleep shortly after. His hands wrapping around Elliot firmly, like he was some fragile antique.

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This.

Was.

By.

Far.

The shittiest and fucked up day Elliot had. Not only that the place was AGAIN understaffed. Elliot had to work a 16-HOUR SHIFT. NO BREAKS. Elliot's inside was practically FUMING with rage and fatigue right now. And for the FIRST time since the last 15 HOURS. The place was finally empty and Elliot took the chance to take a quick nap on the counter. He did NOT care if anybody saw him sleeping Infront of them. He needs rest. His legs are basically shaking from the fatigue and his spine arched painfully, he looked like some 80 year old grandpa on a cane stick! 

*Ding ding ding!*

"Oh for fuck's sake." Elliot quietly mumbled to himself, not caring to even stand up straight nor even fixing his posture. He lazily picked up the pen and paper, ready to 'write' down the customers's order.

...

If his hands could even move.

"What can I get you today?" Elliot said sternly. He didn't even take a glance at Mafioso who was staring at him deep down with a worried expression. He knew Elliot was tired. Did his manager do this? Did he not threathen talk to him enough?

"Elliot? Are you okay?" That voice. That familiar voice. Elliot knew that was Mafioso's voice. What a stupid question. Of course he isn't okay. Mentally, and physically.

"No shit. Of course I'm fine." Elliot said in a husky voice and flopped his head onto the counter. Mafioso, now concerned, rushed over to the side of Elliot and held him carefully, making him stand straight.

"When's the last time you had a break Elliot?" Mafioso asked, concerned deep in his heart. This was the first time he's ever seen Elliot like this. Elliot kept swearing but Mafioso obviously knew that he didn't mean it.

"I don't know!!! Let's see!!! One....two...three...four..." Mafioso froze and widened his eyes as Elliot kept counting down all the way to 15. Elliot was practically like a person with rabies as he finished counting with his fingers and smiled in a manic way.

"I'm taking you out." Mafioso ordered and carried Elliot with one swift motion.

"No....my..work!....must...pay...rent..." Elliot dozed off and fell asleep with his eyes open. Creepy... But Mafioso had seen worse. He proceeded to walk over to the door but was stopped by Elliot holding the door handle like his life depended on it.

"No! 1 more hour...." 

"No. You're going to rest. I'll take of your rent. We're going to watch a movie." Mafioso said and peeled off Elliot's arm from the door handle. 

"No....Maf.!" Elliot said tiredly and continuously hit Mafioso on the back, which had negative damage on Mafioso. Shortly after they arrived at the car and Maf gently places Elliot down on the seat and walked over to the driver seat later on. 

*Whir!*

Mafioso started the engine and soon started driving. The cool temperature of the car's conditioner had hit Elliot right on the spot and he finally sighed in relief and melted on his seat. His red visor was now hanging onto Elliot's hair as he sunk deeper on the seat, relaxed.

"Tired day?" Mafioso struck up a conversation and made a sharp right turn.

"Yeah...it isn't now that you're here" Elliot glances at Mafioso and gives him a small smile. He didn't think that Maf would notice because now his grip on the wheels had tightened and his face seemed to have gotten tense.

*10 minutes later*

Both of them had finally arrived at the cinema and Mafioso parked in the 'Vip Parking Spot'. 

"Step out, my princess~" Mafioso flirted but backfired as Elliot just nonchalantly grabbed his hand and closed the door behind him.

"I'm too tired for your flirtings..." Elliot said, and Mafioso chuckled. Without warning, Mafioso again picked Elliot up with one swift motion and carried him all the way to the cinema. Not a ounce of shame had fallen onto Elliot, he didn't mind, his legs were too sore to walk right now. One blink- and Elliot was suddenly now transported to one of the big cinema rooms. The only difference? All the seats..or beds...were empty.

"Why is it so empty?" Elliot asked as Mafioso placed him down on the bed.

"I booked us a private movie, of course it would be empty other than us" Mafioso said. Ah yes. Another one of Mafioso's rich games where he spoils Elliot.

"You- I don't even care anymore, I just wanna rest" Elliot said and got comfortable of the soft mattress, and Mafioso followed onto the bed so. Of course, Elliot leaned his head on Mafioso's shoulder, and Maf, placed his hand onto Elliot's waist ( which Elliot didn't notice ) and pulled him closer. The dark empty room, suddenly became very bright, as the large screen was now starting with the intro of the movie.

" What movie are we watching?" Elliot asked as he covered his eyes with one hand from the still-bright large screen Infront of him.

"Just a romance movie" Mafioso said, a bit flustered. It was DEFINITELY not about him and Elliot. No! Thankfully Elliot didn't mind and just melted onto Mafioso's shoulder and watched the movie with him.

They were now about an hour into the movie, and Elliot loved it Alot, he could say it was just like his relationship with Mafioso. Before the movie began to end- it hopped to a scene where the couple was kissing Infront of the screen, leaving Elliot jaw dropped and Mafioso blushing awkwardly. They both stared at each other and just stayed silent while the movie was still in the kissing scene.

"You knew about this didn't you" Elliot said, his eyebrow rising and his lips forming a smile.

"Sure did, it reminds me about you" Mafioso said romantically, that's what he calls it, and kissed Elliot for a short duration. Surprisingly, Mafioso expected Elliot to be flustered as usual, but today, he also gave Mafioso a kiss, leaving HIM all flustered.

"You really made my day better, thank you Maf" Elliot said, his voice soft hinting that he meant every word.

"Anything for you darling" Mafioso replied and they both stared at the screen again which had now come to a end.

"I love you Mafioso"

"I love you more Elliot"

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*Ding!*

"Here's your order sir, we hope you enjoy our pizza!" Elliot said happily with his usual plastered customer service smile and waved the customer goodbye. It was finally the normal-type-work day for Elliot, the pizzeria was thankfully NOT understaffed again, and the customers have been rather nice today, no usual complaints or whatsoever.

*Woosh!*

Elliot noticed that sound, the sound of a fresh new customer ready to take their order and get satisfied possibly. Elliot quickly and precisely wiped all the dust in his work uniform with one swing of his hand, straightened his posture, and displayed his usual customer service smi-

No.

No...

This can't be real.

Out of all the people Elliot had expected, it was that pathetic gambler. Eugh. Elliot didn't even dare to mutter it's name at this point. What the fuck was it doing here? To possibly kill Elliot? Or lure him again? No. Elliot had grown fond of that. 

He will not be manipulated again.

Not by him.

Chance didn't even bat an eyelid at the place as he just walked over to the counter, acting like he owns the place. His black shades and black fedora shining in place with that stupid cocky attitude of his.

"With all due respect. Please leave this place immediately" Elliot snapped. Closing his eyes and smiling at him menacingly. Chance didn't falter at the sight, and leaned closer to the counter. God. What could he be planning now?

"Chill Buddy! I'm only here to say Sorry! Let's be friends again ey? Like the olden days?" Chance winked at Elliot who practically ignored him with his eyes still closed.

"Please. Get out"

"C'mon Ells! Let's have a talk?" 

"Chance. Get. The. Fuck. Out." Elliot twisted with rage in his mind.

"Woah there, didn't know you're quite the talker now"

"Not after what you did."

"C'mon, that was in the past!"

...

"Get out. GET OUT!" Elliot yelled and shoved Chance out of the pizzeria. He knew that Chance was much more stronger than him, so why was he letting him snap at him? Is he teasing him? Elliot pushed Chance outside of the pizzeria, leaving Chance outside in front of the pizzeria on the floor, still grinning after Elliot slammed the door at him.

Elliot thought. Why was Chance here? Did he really mean it that he was sorry? Or was it another one of his playful tricks to possibly lure him to being killed again? Elliot couldn't help it. He tried to shrug the thoughts off the whole day of his shift. But no, it just HAD to stick like hard glue. He overthinked. Thinking every 'what-ifs' situations from his head if he actually talks to Chance. This whole process had affected Elliot's mind on the counter as well. Now often zoning out in front of the customers. 

Just...

Ignore...

It..

COME ON ITS NOT THAT HARD ELLIOT!

Elliot kept screaming inside his mind. His mental health dropping insanely deep. He needed to get his thoughts off. He rushed over at the back and hid himself in one of the bathroom stalls and cried.

Not the sad tears.

Not the happy tears.

But flaming tears.

"FUCK WHAT DID I DO TO DESERVE THIS?" Elliot banged on the toilet seat and instantly regretted it as he heard footsteps getting louder and louder. Shit.

'Please don't notice, please don't notice, please don't notice please don-'

"Hello? Anyone there?" Someone asked. It faintly reminded Elliot of a female voice, he was close with her. Lulu. She had just been employed last month and she's quite the only one who ever had interest in talking to Elliot at work. 

*Knock* 

*Knock*

Lulu knocked two times at the door slowly.

...

"Sorry for worrying you" Elliot said as he opened the door and displayed a fake smile. This wasn't gonna fool Lulu. She was smart, smart on people's emotions. Elliot was not good at hiding the leftover dried tears on his face, which Lulu had noticed.

"I'll be going now" Elliot said but was interrupted by Lulu holding him back, grip firm.

"You're not fooling me Elliot. I know something happened." Lulu said. Elliot's fake smile faltered into a frown.

"It's nothing really. Don't trouble yourself for me." Elliot replied.

...

"Alright. But please, take care of yourself alright?" Lulu said and let go of Elliot's arm and gave him a reassuring smile.

"...I will" Elliot said almost like a robot and left the bathroom without saying something back to Lulu. 

*Whirr!*

[Clocked Out, Elliot, 6:47 PM.] The machine stated. Elliot sighed and headed straight to his bike. He couldn't stay for another hour in there. Even if it affects his position.

"Finally heading home?" A voice said in the shadows. That same voice. The same familiar voice.

him.

Elliot ignored the voice as he knew well Chance was hiding in the shadows, he hopped on his bike, ready to paddle.

"Not even a talk? C'mon Ells, you're better than that" Chance said and finally stepped out of the shadows like some sort of criminal mastermind....which he kinda is.

"No. Now leave me alone." Elliot tried to paddle but Chance held the bike defensively, making Elliot unable to travel.

"I just wanna have a talk Elliot!" Chance said, overconfident. He proceeds to pat Elliot on the back....then all the way to Elliot's neck.

"Didn't know you were sensitive there buddy!" Chance said as Elliot pushed him off as he touched the back of his neck. With his hand now not stuck to his bike, Elliot took this opportunity to paddle away quickly without looking back. Chance got up, dusted his suit. And grinned. 

"A success, I suppose?" The voice said from the walkie talkie Chance whipped out of his pocket.

"Yes. He didn't notice one thing." Chance replied.

"I knew I could count on you, return here immediately" The voice said and hung up.

"Goodluck

Elliot." Chance said, his grin wider than ever, and walked back in the shadows.

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Elliot arrived home safely, still caught up on what occured a few minutes ago. Just WHY did Chance randomly talk to him? He hated that man. He always wished that he never saw that gambler face of his, but fate just had to come and ruin the moment.

Elliot sighed as he searched for his keys and opened the door, and closing it. The house was quite dark, he had to admit. He rubbed his eyes to make sure it wasn't his eyelids getting tired. Still dark. Elliot took a step forward and suddenly bumped into some invisible wall. Seriously, what was happening this day?!

"What the....Uh-M-Maf?!" Elliot yelled as Mafioso flipped the switch and turned on the lights. Without hesitation, Mafioso immediately grabbed Elliot and held him tightly like he was some sort of fragile antique.

"Did you miss me that much?" Elliot said, a bit teasingly.

"You were late. Something could've happened." Mafioso said, holding Elliot more firmly.

"But it didn't, right? Also, can you- let go, you're squeezing me-" 

"Of course" Mafioso said and finally let go of Elliot and placed a kiss on his forehead.

"If I may ask, what caused you to be late?" Mafioso asked.

"Believe it or not but, it was him. He....randomly talked to me" Elliot said, a bit nervous.

"Did he do anything? Hurt you?" Mafioso asked as his hands embarked across Elliot's body.

"No, I'm sure of it" Elliot said.

*Click!*

...

"..Then what's this" Mafioso said confusing Elliot. What did he mean wha- Oh? Mafioso held some kind of small black device, which constantly shimmered the hint of blue.

"What's-"

"This was behind your neck. I reckon he did this. It's a device that tracks your location." Mafioso explained and threw the chip to the bin. Perfect shot!

"I- uh....so does that mean..?"

"Yes. He's still after you." 

Elliot gulped at the response. Sending shivers to his spine. Again? Chance was gonna do something to him AGAIN? Was he not satisfied enough for nearly getting him killed two times? Mafioso seemed to take notice at Elliot who was slightly shivering and stared deep down at the floor. He whipped out his hand and wrapped it around Elliot's body.

"I'm staying the night. Can't leave you alone after what just happened." Mafioso said, which relaxed Elliot a little, knowing that his partner will always be there to save him. Elliot nodded and went to the kitchen. Mafioso followed from behind. Their footsteps echoed across the house as they stepped their way to the small, but clean and neat kitchen. Elliot reached to a countertop and opened it, grabbing a pair of eggs and some frozen bacon, presumably for Mafioso and him.

"You must be tired, I'll cook for you" Mafioso said as he reached his hand out to Elliot, to which he hesitantly gave the food.

"Are you sure?" 

"Definitely."

"Alright, I'm just gonna change real quick" Elliot said and Mafioso nodded and turned on the stove, the bright fire being emitted. 

Elliot arrived at his bedroom shortly and opened his cabinet that was filled with his personal clothes. Should I pick that....or... Elliot said in his mind. Eventually he picked out some nice comfortable pajamas and a striped shirt.

*Thud*

Elliot took off his shirt and unbuckled his belt, next he pulled down his pants, leaving his boxers, and-

"Elliot the food's rea-..." 

Elliot stared at Mafioso.

"GET OUT!!" 

"Sorry!"

Mafioso awkwardly closed the door, and felt heat traveling his skin. He reminisced at how Elliot looked, his perfect soft body, all slim and nice. Mafioso daydreamed about Elliot's body behind the closed door. Eventually, the door opened and Elliot stepped outside with some fresh new clothes. Elliot didn't look at Mafioso and awkwardly looked at his feet.

"I thought you were cooking!" Elliot said, blushing nervously as he remembered the embarrassing moment that happened literally just a few seconds ago.

"Already done"

"That quickly?!"

"I have a trick up my sleeve" 

Elliot sighed.

"Forget what happened earlier."

"I will.......

..not" Mafioso muttered quietly the last word to himself as Elliot was now at the kitchen table, peacefully munching on the food he cooked.

"This is delicious Maf!" Elliot said and proudly chewed more of the egg and bacon. Mafioso chuckled and also ate his own portion alongside with Elliot.

Elliot slowly opened his eyelids, and rubbed them gently, fixing his blurry vision. He looked over to his side, ah, Mafioso had already left for his work. Elliot then lazily stood up, took a shower, put on his usual work clothes, and went to his bike. Elliot jumped onto the seat and started paddling slowly to his workplace. It was early in the morning, so Elliot expected the whole neighborhood to be empty. He started to think about some new pizza ideas for his work, possibly some new toppings? Or custom made crusts? Elliot thought and was taken aback when a sudden man in all black came in front, seemingly to block Elliot's path. Elliot didn't know what to do, the man was blocking off his path, his only options were; he leaves his bike and talk to the possibly dangerous man, or he could take the route on his left, which lead to a very narrow alleyway. The man took a step forward, and then another, and then another. He was definitely dangerous. Elliot didn't wanna risk it, so he paddled to his left and entered the narrow alleyway. He looked behind, the man was now chasing him, he peddled faster. After minutes of paddling, Elliot was now deep inside the alleyway, worst thing was, he was lost. He never went inside this alleyway to begin with.

*Clank!*

Elliot looked to his left and right, checking for anyone from the sudden noise.

*Clank!* *Clank!*

"W-who's there?" Elliot said. No reply. 

*Clank!* The same noise again.

"Show yourself!" Elliot said as he constantly looked over to his sides.

"Now now, no need to be so defensive....

Elliot." A voice said. In the dark. Elliot flinched at the voice when it said his name. His pupils shrunk smaller and his breathing was quickening. Slowly, the voice stepped away from the dark. Showing a tall man, with also the same clothes as Mafioso, but white.

*Chuckle*

"Finally... I've got my hands you dear..." The man said and grabbed Elliot's chin, examining his features.

"Who are you!" Elliot demanded, and the man let go of his chin.

"He hasn't told you? Tch. Guess I will." The man said and stood tall in front of Elliot.

"I go by the name Roz" Roz said. His voice filled with malice and evil.

"Let me go!"

"Not so easy fella. I only need some questions answered" Roz said. Elliot stared at him for a second, checking if it was genuine.

"What is your relationship with Mafioso?" Elliot gasped at the question.

"I-...why should I tell you!"

Roz chuckled.

"If you won't, I'm afraid you won't leave this place." Roz said, this time, more threatening.

"... he's my boyfriend..now will you let me go?" 

"You didn't actually think that was the purpose was it? Haha! No dear Elliot, you serve a much more useful purpose."

"What do you mean...'purpose'"

Roz chuckled again.

"Sorry, but your time's over bud" Elliot turned his head to see who that was and was hit on the head, causing him to pass out.

"Good work Chance."

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"Excellent work Chance, for you have successfully performed the operation"

Roz stated – sitting on his fancy black chair, and quietly sipped on his glass of wine.

"I'm glad I could be of help"

Chance said confidently, finally able to witness Elliot's oh so perfect life crumbling like a piece of paper.

"Before you leave, I have a question...

An important question"

...

"Why are you so motivated to destroy his life?"

Roz asked, glaring at Chance who was completely dumbfounded by the question – A simply question! But yet Chance couldn't muster out the words.

"I uh-..

I don't know, but I just hate seeing his face?"

Chance said, his cocky smile faltering to a flat line. That was actually a good question – why did he even hate Elliot in the first place? He didn't even do anything wrong he had to admit. But part of him just unknowningly hated his guts.

Roz simply nodded at the answer and pointed the door to Chance – his time to leave.

Mafioso waited patiently in his fancy limousine, waiting obviously for Elliot in front of the pizzeria. It was around 8pm – the time where the pizzeria closes. He watched as all the other employees left one by one.

Elliot didn't show up.

He waited.

Elliot still didn't show up.

He still waited.

Mafioso kept waiting, getting slightly protective of how Elliot was late. Just then, he saw what seems to be the last employee closing the pizzeria. Without hesitation – he walked over to the employee and asked,

"Sorry to intrude, but may I ask where Elliot is? He works here"

Mafioso asked. His voice desperate for an answer.

The employee went silent for a bit, before looking at Mafioso again saying,

"From what I heard, Elliot didn't show up at work today, think he's sick or something"

Sick? 

Seriously?

Mafioso knew no better than to believe in the baby lie. Besides, he knows if he really was, he'd remind him. But this? This was serious.

"Alright, thank you"

Mafioso said, almost sounding like a whisper due to how quiet it was – silently walking back to his limousine.

"Where could you possibly be..."

He muttered to himself. He kept thinking of places Elliot could be now. 

*Vroom!*

Mafioso didn't waste a second and immediately drove off to Elliot's abode. He kept thinking about Elliot the whole ride. Fuck what if he was in danger? And he wasn't fast enough to save him? That can't be possible! Unless..

Mafioso halted as he parked his limousine Infront of Elliot's house – grabbing the extra keys which Elliot agreed to give, and fumbled with the lock.

"Elliot!"

Mafioso yelled.

No answer.

"Shit"

Mafioso cursed and inspected every corner in the house. Bedroom? No. Kitchen? No. Bathroom? No. Living room? No. Mafioso looked every possible spot inside. Still no signs of Elliot. Mafioso's panic rised more. He rushed over to reach his phone and pressed a number in his list.

Calling...

"Mafioso? Dear you know I'm very busy, It better be important!"

Eunoia said on the phone.

"Elliot's missing."

Mafioso said. Eunoia seemed to react because he heard a slight loud noise as he said it.

"Mafioso this isn't funny"

Eunoia said.

"I know. I'm serious."

"Get here now."

"Already on my way."

Elliot slowly woke up from his slumber, only to realize – he was not in his home. Elliot panicked and frantically looked to his sides. All he could see was the cement on the floor, wall, and even ceiling.

"Ah, already awake Elliot~?"

Roz said, showcasing his silhouette that came out from the darkness. He watched as Elliot shivered in fear. Perfect.

"Let me go!"

Elliot said.

"Did I not elaborate what I said further?"

Elliot tensed up at the response, well, as if he could, given that his while body was tied to a chair with painfully thick rope.

"You should be thankful you're still breathing you know? I could snap your neck right now. But that's not part of my plan"

Roz said, his voice full of malice, threatening the poor pizza boy.

"W-what even is your plan!"

...

"Allow me to explain simply, I kidnap you, I send a letter to Mafioso, he will then arrive here, I will show you to him, then you'll watch, as he slowly falls on the ground.",

...

"No...that won't happen!"

"Of course it will silly Elliot~ I've been planning this for years, and ever since you came in his life, you made it easier, so I thank you personally Elliot."

Roz said as he approached Elliot, grabbing Elliot's chin with his sharp, nail.

"Why are you even doing this..."

"A great question!"

Roz said. A little too quickly.

"His Mafia group has some...not so great connection with mine. We had a negotiation a few years back, offering a peace treaty. We both accepted. But guess who just HAS to break it?

That's right, Mafioso."

"Get it now pizza boy? My plan is to have revenge, for what they have done to my property."

Roz said, before turning on his heel and facing directly at the door.

"I'll be going now Elliot, don't move too much~"

Roz chuckled and left the room. Leaving Elliot still as a statue. He wasn't even mad, sad, or happy. He felt robotic. He was tired. He wanted to go home. But just....why? Why must this happen to him..? He just wanted to have a normal peaceful life, with the people he loved. He just wanted to see his favorite smiles in repeat. But he's going to witness it all crumble down does he? The plan.... Even if it was Mafioso-centered, he thinks that he's going to die here too. 

...

Well he was, wasn't he?

He's already stuck in this hell. Already caught. Alrea-

"MR 3LL1OT!"

A voice said, Elliot perked up his shoulders. That voice.... C00lk1dd?!

"Wa-WAIT C00LK1DD?! WHAT THE- HOW ARE YOU-""

"0h! d4d s41d th4t 1m th3 on3 wh0 sh0uld b3 s3nt h3r3! 1 0nly h4v3 a m1nut3 so 1 h4ve t0 b3 qu1ck!"

C00lk1dd said before chewing completely on the thick ropes. Elliot watched as C00lk1dd chomped the rope away effortlessly, did this kid have some super teeth or something? Either way, he was very thankful his body was finally free.

"4r3 y0u 4lr1ght Mr 3ll10t?"

"..I am, thanks"

Elliot said, noticing that C00lk1dd seem to somewhat start to glitch.

"Wait!

...Tell him I'm fine"

"0k4y! G00dluck Mr 3ll10t!"

C00lk1dd waves goodbye like the happy kid he is – now glitched away from the room. Elliot had to think of a plan. A plan to escape. He inspected the room. Perhaps a small space?

Elliot looked up.

Bingo.

He found a vent, which was small, but he was confident that he will still fit. But...how was he gonna get up there? The chair was too short for it.

...not unless he'd jump.

And so Elliot did. He carefully balanced his way on the very thin back of the chair, and leaped upward to the vent.

"Ack-!"

Elliot grunted. He failed to reach, but hey – he managed to open the door at least.

He tried again. This time he succeeded.

"If anyone has any objections, please say so"

Eunoia said, her robotic arms wide open on the meeting table.

"I do"

Contracted said and raised his arm.

"Go on"

"Do you all remember that one shady guy?"

"Oh yeah!"

"I think I do..."

"You mean Roz?"

"Yes him!"

The four chatted.

"Well that does seem legit...but we have no evidence of whatsoever"

Eunoia declared. Still, it had been years when they broke the treaty, but it still striked an idea.

"We've no other ideas"

Soldier said.

*Ring ring ring!*

"Excuse me for a moment"

Eunoia said, picking up her vibrating phone to answer the unknown call.

"Been a long time hasn't it, Eunoia?"

"Roz."

"Wonderful, you remember!" Missed me?"

"You wish."

Mafioso answered instead of Eunoia. He had been silent the whole meeting, but now? He was starting to talk.

"What have you done to Elliot."

Mafioso asked, glaring at the phone, even if he was not Infront of him right now.

"Now now, don't tense up too much! I just wanted to call for...a talk...meet me at 11:45 PM sharp. And you know where."

Roz said, before hanging up on the phone.

"Let's go now!"

"Yeah! I wanna give him a beating already!"

The four started to chant and ramble.

"Quiet down, please. This is urgent. We don't know what he has done to Elliot. And I'm certain that he has some trap set up."

Eunoia reminded.

"Mafioso, where are you going?"

"Have a plan, don't follow me"

Mafioso said as he already left the meeting room. He went inside his limousine again and pressed his foot on the paddle with more force than intended.

He has a plan. 

 ...

"I'll see what I can do.."

007n7 said, fumbling and touching rectangular screen he never thought he would use again.

"Can't you teleport?"

"I mean yeah I can but, it has his own limits you know"

"Can't you find a way?"

"Relax, I know you're worried for him, I am too, we'll get over this, I promise"

007n7 said as he continued to type hundreds of commands. Mafioso stared at the screen. Waiting impatiently for the right command.

"D-d4d..?"

"C00lk1dd?! What are you doing up this late?" 

"1 w4s hungry..."

C00lk1dd said, rubbing his eyes gently.

"Wait..."

007n7 said, looking at his son..

"Hey, I might have an idea"

"What is it?"

"Say son, can you do something for me real quick? It'll only be a minute, I'll give you your very first midnight snack!"

007n7 bargained. He knew damn well it wasn't exactly right, but it was the only solution.

"0K4Y!"

C00lk1dd said happily, he wanted a midnight snack for ages.

"I'm gonna teleport you to Mr Elliot okay? If you see him tied up, which I think he most certainly is, you can untie him right? Wouldn't have those strong teeth for nothing!"

007n7 said.

"Y34H, 1 C4N D0 TH4T!"

C00lk1dd said, happily showing his sharp, shiny teeth.

"Okay...now stay still, were gonna count to three okay?"

007n7 said before working his hands on the screen.

"One...

Two...

Three!"

And boom, just like that. C00lk1dd had glitched out.

"Great idea, but why your son?"

Mafioso asked.

"Well, he's smaller, which means less energy will be consumed, exploiting takes energy too by the way, right now, I used up all the energy it has to teleport C00lk1dd"

"..I see, thank you 007n7"

Mafioso said, fixing his fedora before walking over to the door.

"...Good luck by the way"

Chapter Text

"Alright, I hope you all remember the plan?"

Eunoia stated as he sat on the passenger seat, turning her head at the back – where the four men were seated. All of them said yes in agreement. Eunoia glanced at Mafioso, who gave a simple nod. Of course he remembers the plan. This was about Elliot. About saving Elliot. He'd go on a rampage if he finds Elliot on the floor.

The engine whirred to life as Mafioso stomped on the pedal. Embarking a journey to the land of his past arch nemesis. He'd kill him for sure. He was positive he'd kill him.

"Gosh this is tight..."

Elliot grumbled to himself as he kept crawling his way to the cramped ventilation. But hey, at least he wasn't stuck in that crappy room anymore. Elliot continued moving forward, albeit – slowly. 

As Elliot kept going further, he eventually overheard some people saying something about a 'plan'. Curious. Elliot eavesdropped.

"Do you really think he'd be able to do it?"

"Why are you saying that? Of course he will! He already planned everything out!"

"Yeah but... we're facing a rather formidable enemy here"

"Pfft- what, are you scared?"

"Aren't you?

That beast can kill you in a second"

Elliot inched closer – peeking slightly inside, like the scenes in the movies.

-!

"Did you hear that?"

"Someone's here. Show yourself!"

Elliot gripped his hand on the wall, even if it wasn't possible to. His heart felt like it just ran a million miles. He almost got caught. 

"Check the area"

As soon as Elliot heard the words he immediately started crawling away as fast as he could.

After minutes of painful crawling in the tight vent, Elliot finally caught a glimpse of the light he wished to see. Elliot crawled out of the vent. Finally.... Although he should've watched the room because he fell from a fairly high place, letting out a quiet Oof-!

Elliot groaned and wiped some dust on him. Now...

"Where am I.." 

Elliot said to himself, observing the room he was currently in. Elliot saw a box that seemed to contain some stuff – so he rummaged through the garbage, hoping to find something that could at least help him.

"A crowbar! This could be useful"

Elliot said, before picking up the rusty but reliable crowbar. Elliot looked further and well- everything else was either some nails and some small planks. 

TANG!

A sudden loud noise suddenly appeared, alerting Elliot – gripping his crowbar tightly. He peeked at the small window at the door, and saw someone slowly come his way. Shit. Elliot prepared himself. He sneakily hid beside the door, blending with the darkness, and then-

"Is anyo-"

WHACK!

Elliot immediately gave the random person a whack in the head with the crowbar. Surprisingly, the person seemed to pass out. Elliot sighed. He took the chance to inspect the items he could maybe use. And he did. Bingo!

"Woah..."

Elliot said, picking up a blue card – tilting it from left to right. It seemed to be some sort of security guard, from what Elliot could tell, so he kept it and went outside of the room.

The place was rather vast. Thankfully no enemies. He was in a rather long hallway, the left leading to a dead end, and the right leading to a left turn. Elliot took off his shoes and tossed it inside the room – careful to not make unnecessary noises with his loud shoes. Slowly and quietly, he proceeded with caution. He got good with defending himself rather quickly. He already got 4 dudes, who were dumb enough to stand idly with their back turned. Elliot felt proud that he finally could finally defend himself.

"HEY YOU-!"

Someone shouted across the hallway. Elliot turned his head to his back and saw someone pointing at him, and starting to run at him. With instincts, Elliot ran as well as fast as he could. He ran through all the hallways and tight spaces, desperate to possibly loose the person chasing him.

"Haah-.... I should be safe here.."

Elliot said as he panted, gasping quietly for air. He hid behind another tight space that lead to a secret corner.

"Emergency! Emergency! A prisoner is on the loose! A man with blonde hair, and red clothes. If you find him, immediately capture him. I repeat, capture him!"

A speaker spoke.

He was so dead.