Aki x Female Reader

A lazy arm wrapping around your waist prompted you to open your eyes groggily and roll around to return the favor. A content sigh left Aki's lips after feeling warmth envelope him in the hug, pulling you closer and burying his face into your hair, smelling the sweet scent of your barely faded shampoo from last night.

Kiss.

He planted a gentle kiss on your head and continued to smoothly run his fingers through your disheveled hair. A low hum emitted from your throat as you reached up to play with his hair.

This is a routine you have every morning before work. You get to bathe in each other's company and affection before getting ready for the day. This is your favorite because not only do you get to see a softer side of Aki, but it provides both of you comfort and energy for the day. This is ALWAYS a must.

Aki's hand moved to your cheek, using his index finger to move a strand of hair off of your face with a smile gracing his lips. You placed your hand on his and moved it to your lips to place a chaste kiss on his knuckles. He chuckled. It doesn't surprise you anymore when his voice is so deep in the morning. You got used to it almost right away.

He placed his hand on your cheek and caressed your it with his thumb while staring at you with a familiar fondness twinkling in his eyes. He's rarely this affectionate but in private? You're showered in it.

Of course, it has to be you to interrupt the comfortable silence. "Aki, we should get up and eat breakfast-"

"Nah," he murmured while wrapping his arm around you again to secure you from sliding out. "We can be late. Denji and Power can cook. I forbid you from leaving the bed." You laugh, "They can't cook, remember?" "...We'll grab food on the way to work. Just stay. I'm tired."

Sighing in defeat, you relaxed in his arms, drawing circles on his back while he slowly dozed off. You took the time to admire his features as he slept, bringing your hand up to caress his face. His skin feels smooth and surprisingly soft.

8:15 AM

The smell of burning hit you like a wave. You can faintly hear the sound of Power's panicked shouting and frantic movement—most likely Denji turning off the burner and rushing to open the window. You listened closely and heard Denji and Power arguing in harsh whispers.

"Why did you have to add gum from under the table, Power?!"

"It's a secret ingredient! And what do we do about the food?! It's all black!"

"I — I don't know! It's supposed to be for Aki and Y/N because I'm feeling generous! Just eat it-!"

You heard grunting and the hissing of Power as she slapped the burnt pancake onto the floor. "That's worse than vegetables!"

Aki's hold on you tightened slightly in irritation after hearing the commotion. You can see his irked expression, but it softened when you giggled and kissed his nose. Then both cheeks. He waited patiently for lips to brush against his. When nothing came, his eyes cracked open to look at you, not amused as you tapped your lips with a smile. Sighing, he acted as if he was annoyed as he leaned in to peck your lips. After he pulled away, your giggle drew him back in to pepper your face in kisses. "Haha, okay. We should really get out of bed. Power put gum in the cooking," you say, surprised that your morning voice hasn't worn off. Aki nodded and sat up to grab his rubber band. "Here, let me help." You combed some of his hair back and wrapped it into a clean ponytail, kissing his temple when you were done. He pulled you in for another kiss, pressing his forehead against yours with a smile. "Good morning," he finally said.

"Good morning, sleepyhead."

"Y/N!! AKI!! HELP ME!!! POWER IS TRYING TO EAT ME!!"

"Yeah, we should probably go," Aki murmured as he slid out of bed and took your hand.