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Endless Masquerades - Part Two

Ship: Uzui Tengen X Zenitsu Agatsuma (UzuZen)

Warnings: Fluff and Drama. (❓❔Smut❔❓)

(This was mentioned by @anti_sxcial. So much love to them for suggesting a part two. Also, should there be a part three that involves Smut, or simply keep it more on the wholesome part of things? Let me know what you all want!)

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Weeks had gone by where life had been almost the same. Zenitsu had a few changes, most that went unnoticed by close family, if he could even call them that. After the party, he'd been confused on his situation. Being offered a place with one of the Dukes was not something to bat an eye at. It was beyond reality, especially for him, yet here he was nearly a month after that party lounging around. He not only found himself a better lifestyle, but found a mosquito was attached to it. That wasn't to say the individual giving him a better life was a irritation, just always took advantage of everything. It wasn't terrible, but often got overwhelming for Zenitsu. He was always used to be alone, so getting used to his new 'reality' was harder than he'd planned. 

He sat on the sofa, skimming over the book he'd been reading when the doors to the room were pushed open. His gaze rose long enough to notice Uzui stumble in, irritation cresting his features. It was a normal look truthfully. But it still made Zenitsu worry. Closing the book, he sat up more as the taller male slumped onto the couch before letting his head rest on the blondes chest. He snuggled close, slightly relaxing as Zenitsu twirled a strand of the mans hair.

"What's wrong now, Uzui. You've been irritable for nearly the past week, so talk to me." The older male huffed, nuzzling a bit before sighing. He positioned his head upward to meet Zenitsu's gaze. It held a longing, something the blond adored. Those caring and such kind eyes only fell on him. It made him feel special and relevant to even a single person. He offered a small smile, poking Uzui in the cheek as he tilted his head. "Come on, you can do it. I'm here to listen."

"I know, I'm just irritated at my parents. They're being the biggest blockade of my life. Insisting I find someone to suit me, but they won't listen when I say I'm happy. That I have someone dear to me. They assume since it's not some wealthy girl, the world will never accept it!" Zenitsu widened his eyes, pressing his hands on Uzui's cheeks. The male frowned feeling his face be squished. 

"I mean, Tanjirou and Kyoujurou made their relationship public and it went well." There was a long silence as Uzui looked away, his eyes closing for a moment before they opened.

"I get that, but they also are different. They've been together for quite sometime. We're a new couple, you know that. Not to mention, you're dealing with so many problems; Starting with that family of yours. They still won't leave anything alone. You can't even leave this house without drama approaching you..." The blond hummed, aware of his situation. He knew well that his family were insistent to make his life hell. That was simply who they were and part of the reason Rengoku and Uzui hated them. They used their power and wealth for slander. "To make matters worse, that idiot decided to make another party and invite your damn family."

"Uzui, I'm sure it will be fine. They are probably just jealous, you know that. I don't hate them, just wish they would get their act together." Uzui glanced once more to Zenitsu, admiring those determined eyes. It forced a genuine smile.

"I don't deserve you, truthfully." Zenitsu scoffed, tracing his finger below Uzui's chin as he bent lower. He brushed his lips along the taller males before breaking it and growing closer to the man's ears. His voice was low, a hushed whisper as hot breath tickled his ears.