The first time Akashi heard it, it was on Midorima’s birthday.

It was all started with Takao Kazunari, who dared to come up to Akashi on one of his rare Tokyo dates with Kouki, practically begging for help preparing “Shin-chan’s eighteenth birthday”. Which of course, Kouki heartily agreed to in less than a second. And without even thinking, Akashi would guess. His boyfriend had this tendency to go and help people around on impulse.

But then again, what goodness Kouki agreed on, Akashi followed.

Being the only one aside of Takao who could distract Midorima long enough without boring each other, Akashi was automatically assigned as the distractor, while the rest of the crew were preparing the surprise onat Midorima’s residence. And while he didn’t mind spending time playing Shogi with Midorima, he hated the fact that he must be separated from his beloved Kouki.

Although, it was worth it when Akashi was presented with a surprise byat the end of the day.