Haru woke up slowly. The sun was streaming through the hotels window, bathing the entire room with an ethereal glow. When Haru turned over and looked to his right he seen an angel, his angel. Makoto was still asleep, rosy lips parted slightly and long dark lashes fanned against his cheeks as he breathed steadily, still asleep. Haru watched him for a moment more before Makoto, being uncannily in tune with Haru, woke up groggily. He was never and most likely will never be a morning person. Nevertheless Makoto smiled warmly at Haru, 'Good morning, Haru.'
'Morning.' Even with signing Haru was quick and efficient with his words. Makoto chuckled, his boyfriend was so cute in the morning. Haru's normally flawless hair was slightly tousled and his eyes were glazed with sleep. Haru was just as much of a morning person as Makoto. Makoto rolled over to check the time, the clock read 8, check out time was at noon, that gave them roughly two more hours of cuddle time. Makoto grabbed Haru's shoulder and yanked him down, which of course was done traditional Makoto style, gently. Haru grunted but turned on his side facing away from Makoto and shuffled backwards until his body connected with Makoto's. He wiggled as close as possible then grabbed Makoto's arm draping it across his body and closed his eyes, content with sleeping a little longer. Makoto tangled their legs together and then dipped his head to place a small kiss to the back of Haru's neck.
Haru was just falling asleep when he felt Makoto shift beside him. Haru grumbled and reached for Makoto as he slipped out of bed, pulling on his pants and t-shirt. Haru was going to ask Makoto where he was going until he felt a mass of weight land on him, almost dislodging him from the bed. From the fluffy blonde hair to the flurry of signing Haru knew that Nagisa had stormed their room. Nagisa was signing so fast and Haru was so tired he didn't even bother keeping up. Although he greatly appreciated how all his friends had improved their signing to the point where they hardly made mistakes anymore.
'We're very sorry Haruka-senpai, Makoto-senpai, please excuse Nagisa's rude behavior.'
Haru shrugged. 'We're used to it.' Nagisa giggled and rolled off the bed. Haru got out of bed and Nagisa's eyes very nearly popped out of his eye sockets.
'Haru-chan, why were you sleeping naked?' He gasped. 'Why is only one bed used? I know you're dating and all but really Mako-chan? I thought you were the type to wait for marriage before sex! Who knew Mako-chan was so sly and perverted!' He giggled. Haru rolled his eyes and proceeded to throw his jammers on before dressing for the day. Rei gaped, his face an impressive shade of red, before bowing and apologizing profusely.
'We are deeply sorry for interrupting you at such a deeply intimate and sacred moment. We will be leaving promptly.' Rei grabbed Nagisa by the wrist and unceremoniously pulled him from the room. Haru yawned and packed his suitcase, he also proceed to pack Makoto's for him as well seeing as Makoto was absolutely hopeless when it came to anything domestic and Haru had packed both suitcases before they left anyway. As Haru and Makoto headed to the lobby for check out they held hands and continued to hold hands almost the entire trip back to Iwatobi.
Haru was 19 when he moved into an apartment in Tokyo with Makoto.
'Haru, are you sure this is all you have?' Makoto gestured to the two medium sized cardboard boxes in front of his soon to be old house. Haru's parents had moved from the house six months prior due to their jobs demanding them to relocate, Haru was left to the care of the Tachibana's. His mother had laughed and asked the Tachibana's to take care of their new daughter in law. Haru was less than amused by this comparison. Makoto gently placed his large hand on Haru's shoulder, breaking him from his memories.
'Haru, are you alright?'
'I'm fine, just reminiscing.' Makoto smiled.
'Yeah, we'll be heading to a completely new home. Our home.' Haru's heart fluttered at these words. Many hours later Makoto and Haru had finally finished putting away all of the things that they had brought. This included a small loveseat, a few dishes and utensils and a queen sized matress. Just the matress, no box spring or frame, they were just poor college students after all. Both the Nanase's and Tachibana's had tried persuading them to let them help buy things for their home, while Haru could care less Makoto adamantly refused stating that 1) he wouldn't want to be a burden to them and 2) he wanted to be able to earn enough money to buy their own things and make their house a home. Both sets of parents were impressed with this adult-oriented attitude while Haru was extraordinarily proud of his love.
'Finally done!' Makoto sighed and flopped onto the makeshift bed. Haru climbed in next to him.
'Time to break in the new bed.' Makoto smiled tiredly at Haru but nodded. He turned on his side to face Haru, he reached out and stroked Haru's face tenderly. Haru hummed and returned the gesture. They kissed softly then slowly removed both of each others clothes. When both were completely naked they caressed each others bodies. Makoto left sweet kisses trailing from Haru's ear to his neck and stopped, just breathing in Haru's sweet scent. Haru stroked Makoto's hair tenderly but stopped abruptly. He knew that soft breathing, the rhythmic rise and fall of his chest, spent so many nights with Makoto to know, he was dead asleep. Haru just chuckled inwardly, even if the moment was tender and sweet both were too tired to even get erect. Haru yawned, got up and shut off the light, then climbed into bed facing Makoto's back. He then wrapped his arms around him tightly. Normally Haru and Makoto would fight over who would be little spoon seeing as it was a favorite position for both of them but Haru was feeling loving tonight so he would sacrifice the position to make Makoto happy, just for tonight though.
Haru was 24 when he first experienced discrimination.
Haru had worked hard in college, earning degrees in zoology, marine biology and animal behavior. He had even taken an apprenticeship, but when he applied for the job they denied him due to "language barrier". Haru had been furious and stormed out of there but as soon as Makoto had seen him seething and asked what was wrong Haru finally broke down. He told him all about his experience while sobbing. Makoto gently gathered him in his arms and held him while stroking his back and hair until he finally calmed down.
The next week Makoto was excited to tell Haru about a new program at the aquarium next door to the swimming center where he coached children. Apparently this aquarium had a special class that taught about dolphins, the class was especially geared towards children with disabilities and the aquarium was still in dire need for a translator proficient in signing. Haru was thrilled so he applied right away.
Haru was so excited, not only had he managed to land a job helping deaf children and spending time with dolphins the aquarium was so impressed with his resume they actually gave him the teaching job as a side job, yes, Haru's real job was the dolphin caretaker. Haru couldn't ask for a better dream job. Makoto insisted on celebrating, telling Haru not to worry about dinner. So at 7 pm Makoto walked the half a block from the swim center to the aquarium to pick Haru up. They walked together to the grocery store and picked up some food, Makoto sneaking some small candles into the basket while Haru's back was turned.
When they got back Haru insisted that he cook seeing as even after living on their own for five years Makoto still couldn't cook or do anything remotely domestic to save his life. But tonight it didn't bother him because he had more important things to do. He placed some pillows around the low sitting table, then he placed two of the tea candles he picked up from the store and snuck out of the grocery bag. He silently giggled to himself knowing that Haru had absolutely no idea what he had planned for him tonight. He lit the candles before turning the lights off, the romantic atmosphere was perfect. Makoto entered the kitchen just as Haru was finishing up. He insisted that he take the plates into the living room knowing that he wouldn't drop them in surprise at the room being so dark. Haru agreed and when they arrived Makoto heard Haru give an almost inaudible gasp.
Makoto placed the dishes on the table then snaked his arms around Haru's torso. In the low light Haru could just make out Makoto's large hands,
'I wanted to surprise you. Congratulations on getting the aquarium job.' Makoto left a trail of kisses from below Haru's ear down to the base of his neck and back up again. 'Let's eat before it gets cold.' Haru merely nodded, to stunned to say anything yet deep down he knew that Makoto could tell everything he was thinking, thank you, it's perfect, I love you. I really love you. Makoto hummed gently next to Haru's ear, Haru gave a little shudder at the sudden rush of warm air on his skin. They untangled from each other and sat down to eat side by side. Every now and then one would hold out their spoon or fork in order to feed each other. When the meal was finally finished Makoto silently gathered up the dishes and left them in the sink to be washed later. Haru watched with nervous anticipation as Makoto gathered up the candles and brought them to their bedroom.
Makoto held his hand out to Haru when he returned. Haru took it and was gently led to their bedroom. They both removed their clothes slowly, sensually. Makoto approached Haru and gathered him into his arms. Haru melted at the feeling of those arms around him, they were strong enough to bench press at least 200 lbs. but gentle enough to cradle newborn kittens. Haru melted into those arms. Makoto caught Haru's lips and kissed him sweetly, tenderly. Makoto's hand drew up and down Haru's spine, caressing the skin and leaving a burning feeling everywhere he touched while his other hand gently cupped Haru's face bringing their mouths as close as possible. Haru brought his tongue out slowly, Makoto following shortly. They took turns licking into each others mouths, tasting and feeling, never dominating.
As they continued to kiss the hand stroking Haru's back was brought further down, caressing then cupping Haru's cheek. Haru let out a shameless moan, ever since their first time Haru had lost any and all self consciousness knowing that Makoto would never judge him. Makoto guided Haru backwards until they both tumbled onto the bed. They kissed there leisurely until Makoto questioned Haru,
'Top or bottom?' Haru pondered this for a moment.
'Bottom.'
Makoto nodded and climbed onto Haru, straddling his waist. Haru caressed Makoto's strong thighs, feeling the way the muscles flexed and relaxed while holding Makoto upright. While Haru explored Makoto's legs Makoto himself let his hands wander across Haru's chest. Makoto loved the feeling of every dip and curve of Haru's abdomen and was twice as thrilled every time his finger brushed against a perky nipple because it would always make Haru arch his back, begging for more. Makoto was pulled from his thoughts with a sharp gasp as he felt Haru snake both hands around his hips, grabbing both cheeks firmly, and pull his hips towards Haru's. At the first slide of their throbbing erections Makoto grabbed the bed sheets. Haru took in the sight of Makoto's perfection. His brown locks cutely disheveled, eyes lidded and heavy with desire, and lips parted with what had to be a moan of satisfaction. Haru felt a brief pang at knowing he would never know what Makoto's erotic voice sounded like but that thought was quickly banished when Makoto brought his lips to Haru's ear, he felt the burning warmth of a tongue licking the shell of his ear and the alternating coolness from the puffs of air leaving Makoto's mouth, he could taste both his own overwhelming desire and Makoto's own burning passion on the tip of his tongue, all he could see was the broad shoulders and back of his Makoto and could only smell Makoto's sweet soap and tangy sweat, he was completely surrounded by Makoto and he couldn't imagine anything bringing him closer to the ecstasy he felt now.
Makoto brought their hips together again, this time slightly grinding. Haru shivered with pleasure. Makoto continued mouthing at Haru's jawline and neck until Haru could take no more and grabbed the sides of Makoto's face and bringing them into a breathless kiss. Haru let Makoto lead the kiss, his hot tongue sweeping every inch of Haru's mouth. Caressing the rigid roof, teasingly running over his teeth and gums, until finally he twirled his tongue around Haru's and brought his lips closer, gently suckling Haru's tongue into his mouth. Their hips never faltered in the steady rhythm they had set. Makoto looked deep into Haru's eyes conveying a message, Haru merely nodded and with that nod both reached down simultaneously to grasp the others penis.
Haru gently pulled back Makoto's foreskin to thumb underneath the head, Makoto also pulled back Haru's foreskin so he could swipe the pad of his forefinger across the top. Neither could quite understand how the other knew exactly where all of their sensitive spots were better than themselves but neither questioned it. It was probably because they were soul mates anyway, one soul in two separate bodies. Makoto's arm was beginning to shake with the strain of keeping himself propped up so Haru guided him onto his side, facing each other. Haru slide closer to Makoto until their hips brushed against each other and resumed their stroking. Makoto brushed back Haru's fringe from his eyes, admiring the beautiful deep blue. Haru pressed his face to Makoto's neck, inhaling then leaving a gentle kiss followed by a shaky exhale. He continued this pattern for several breaths. Makoto's hand ghosted lower and caressed Haru's tender sack before returning to the tip, Haru in turn rubbed soothing circles into Makoto's hip which made the larger man give a full body shudder. Haru brought his hips even closer, erections almost melding together.
Makoto got the hint and wrapped his large hand around both of them. Haru threw his leg over Makoto's hip bone, bringing them closer than before. They both moved their hips in soft undulating motions. No matter how many times they did this their pace would never become frantic or rushed. Their pleasure mounted as Makoto stroked them off, Haru's hands running sensually up and down Makoto's spine while Makoto's free and wrapped around the back of his his neck, fingers playing with the soft fine hairs there. Haru was a panting shivering mess. Makoto was faring no better. All it took was a fevered "I love you" whispered into Makoto's neck by Haru and a 'I love you, too' conveyed by Makoto through eye contact before both felt completely washed in pleasure, both of their bodies locked together, muscles taut and shaking, as they reached their climax almost simultaneously. Haru was the first to recover, falling limply at Makoto's side until Makoto gathered him into his arms. They quickly cleaned up and changed the sheets, settling in for the nights rest. Makoto lying on his back with Haru's head on his chest.
It was exactly 14 minutes after making love that Haru and Makoto's life changed forever.
After making sure Haru hadn't fallen asleep and that he was paying attention to his hands Makoto spoke,
'Haru,' his hands stuttered the same way as when he first confessed to Haru, 'p-please, I l-love you so m-much.' He took a moments break because he's hands were shaking so bad. 'I was going to wait until tomorrow, our anniversary, but I can't wait anymore.' Haru sat up and looked curiously at Makoto who had now got up and went across the room, shuffling through their dresser for something. When Makoto had returned he stopped just short of the bed, directly in front of Haru. Makoto slowly got on one knee, the candlelight casting dark shadows across his face and procured a small satin box. Haru's heart stopped, his world stopped. Haru's throat closed up, fingers and toes going numb, he fought back against the tears threatening to fall. Makoto opened the box and placed it in Haru's lap. Inside sat a small silver ring with a small dolphin etched into it, upon closer inspection he noticed the inside was engraved with 'I love you Haru, always and forever'.
'Please Haru, make me the happiest man on earth. Please marry me.' Haru finally let the tears cascade down his face as he nodded enthusiastically. Makoto was so thrilled that he quickly grabbed the ring and placed it on Haru's left hand, directly on his ring finger. They kissed but then Haru made a very good point.
'Makoto, we're men. We can't marry in Japan.' Makoto looked sheepish as he got up again and rustled through the same drawer. This time he pulled out an adoption registry form.
'I know it's not the same Haru but-'
Anything he was going to say was cut off by Haru leaping off the bed and into his arms. 'Make me yours, Makoto. I want to be Haruka Tachibana.' The sound of Haru's new name gave shivers down Makoto's spine. They made love until neither could hold their eyes open and even then they still clung to each other, both refusing to let go ever.
Haru was 26 when he officially became Haruka Tachibana.
It had taken 2 years for the adoption process and family registry forms to be filled out, processed, and approved but Haru felt that it was the best two years he had ever spent waiting for anything. Haru and Makoto had spent the entire day with their family and friends, the entire Tachibana clan, the Nanase's, Nagisa, Rei, Kou and even Rin had shown up arriving a little later due to his flight from Australia. Haru proudly showed off his wedding ring, the one with the little engraved dolphin. Makoto had asked if he wanted a fancier one but Haru refused insisting that this one was perfect. Makoto wore a marching ring engraved with a small orca. After everyone had gone to their respective hotels for the night to get ready for their own little wedding ceremony Makoto stopped Haru. They stood under a streetlight on a bridge, a soft glittering river right next to them. Makoto gave Haru a sweet little smile. Haru gave a returning smile. They slowly drew together and kissed each other sweetly. They both knew exactly what the other was trying to say,
I love you.
I know.
You being deaf will never dampen that love, you know that right?
Of course. We never needed words anyway.
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