Bright green eyes stared at the torn calendar on the wall, it's paper stained and ripped, the numbers faded from the wear and abuse.

Today was the day, he thought. The day that could finally bring him happiness even though the other 364 days only brought him dread. He looked away, ducking just in time when yet another bottle was thrown at him by his drunk of a father.
         "Fuck..." The drunk hiccuped, dull green eyes glaring deeply at the small, trembling boy. "I missed..."

The boy gulped, backing away slowly before taking off, running quickly to his room to hide. His father stumbled after him, nearly breaking the door down when he reached it.
           "Jin...!" He yelled, his voice heavily slurred. "Get your ass out here boy..."
Jin held his breath, his hand over his mouth to keep him from making a sound as he hid safely under his bed. Today was definitely the day. The day he packs the necessities and gets the hell out of this alcohol and drug ridden house. The terrified black-haired male watched as his father's feet shuffled around his room before finally leaving.

Jin wiggled his way out from under the bed, locking his door quickly before grabbing a bag and packing some clothes. He didn't need much, all of the other important things were at her house anyway... Cutting his losses, he opened the window and jumped out landing safely on the ground before taking off down the street, his hood sliding off thanks to the wind. The small male looked back at the place he called home for two years, tears filling his eyes when he realized how free he'll be.

What a great birthday present for him...

~~~

Night was in tears when her son,(that was what she called him even though they're the same age), came through the front door. Immediately after walking in, the blonde female burst into tears and hugged him tightly, so happy that he's coming to live with her.

Jin was settling down in his room, one of the spare rooms in the house, as Night stood in the doorway with a cupcake in her hands, the candle lit.
         "Jin." She called to him, bright green eyes turning and staring into her grey ones. Pale hands came up and covered his mouth, tears starting to fill his eyes again when he seen the cupcake. "Happy 17th birthday." She smiled, walking up to hand him the cupcake.

Jin smiled in return, taking the cupcake from her hands gently as the tears flowed down his cheeks.
         "T-thank you so much Night..." He said softly, looking at the beautifully made cupcake in happiness but also sadness.
         "Something wrong sweetie?" Night asked, a concerned look in her eyes. "Is it the cupcake?"
         "N-no, it's not the cupcake... I just- I wish my mom was still here..." Fresh tears coated his pale cheeks, memories of the fire nearly three years ago terrorizing him once again.
         "I know you do babe, but she would want you to be happy on your birthday."

Jin looked back down at the cupcake in his hands, glancing up into grey eyes.
         "I-I'm going out for a walk..." He said softly, brushing past her and out the bedroom door. Night followed him, sitting down on the living room couch and watching as he slipped his boots on.
         "Don't be long Jin, I'm going to be making you a nice birthday dinner." The female smiled,fiddling with her fingers as she gave him a smile. Jin nodded, walking out the front door and closing it behind him, the cupcake still in his hands.

~~~

         "Let it... Rip...!" Jin's quiet voice yelled, Jormuntor launched into the park's stadium. It was dark by the time he made it to the park and the only thing that gave him light was the candle of the cupcake. Teary bright green eyes stared down at his beloved partner as he spun around in the stadium, stopping after spinning for a while. The small male sighed as he sat next to the stadium, laying his head in his arms as he watched the flame flicker.
          "Excuse me." A male's voice called, drawing tired eyes away from the hypnotizing moves of the candle flame. Jin blinked, looking up to see a male little older than him, teal hair, glasses. He had nice orange eyes and was dressed much like a scientist. "Sorry to bother you, but are you okay? You seem upset."

Jin felt his cheeks heat up as he was quick to rub away his tears, turning to face the stranger better.
         "I-I'm fine... Just trying to get some practice before dinner..."
         "You're a blader too? What's your name?" The male asked, turning on the tablet he held in his hands.
         "Jin... Jin Aizawa... What's your name...?"
         "I'm Naoki Minamo, I'm a Beyblade scientist around here." Naoki smiled slightly, pulling up the information he has on Jin. "Hey wait, today's your birthday?" He asked, noticing the cupcake.

The flame has since been blown out due to the wind, it making Jin a little sad since he didn't get to make a wish.
         "Yeah, I'm 17 today... Speaking of which, I should really get home before Night gets too worried..." The small black-haired male said, picking up Jormuntor before picking the cupcake up.
         "Allow me to help you get home. It's too dark for you to walk alone." Naoki offered, giving him a small smile. Jin smiled slightly, his cheeks burning a dark pink as he and Naoki started walking down the sidewalk.

They got to know each other better as they walked, smiling and laughing and just enjoying each other's company. Night's house came into view, Jin's smile growing slightly when he seen it.
         "Thank you for walking me home Naoki... That was nice of you..." Jin said, looking at him when he walked to the front door.
         "My pleasure Jin. It was nice walking and talking with you." Naoki smiled, brushing a hand through his teal hair. Jin smiled back, holding the cupcake out to him.
         "Consider this a payment for the company..." He said, taking Naoki's hand gently and setting the treat in it. The contact brought a light pink to Naoki's cheeks,holding the cupcake after Jin let his hand go. The smaller male smiled and opened the front door, waving at him when he walked inside. "Bye Naoki..."
          "I'll call you tomorrow. Have a great night." Naoki smiled, walking away with a wave.

Jin closed the door and took his boots off, looking up when he heard Night clear her throat.
         "So..." She started with a sly grin. "Who was that that brought you home?"
         "No one... Just a friend..." Jin said, his pale cheeks turning pink. Night clucked her tongue, that grin never leaving.
          "Mhm... Sure..." She giggled, her hands on her hips. "Come on, I just finished your birthday dinner. I made your favorite." Jin's eyes lit up in happiness, a smile on his face as they walked into the kitchen for dinner.

~~~

Naoki adjusted and straightened the tie he was wearing, pushing his glasses up to rub his eyes. To say he was nervous was an absolute understatement. Proposing to his beloved has taken so much planning that it not only made him nervous, but it was also stressing him out to some extent.

They have been dating for almost a year, and today was the day he turned 18. He is finally an adult.
          'Today is the day I ask Jin to marry me...' Naoki thought, a beautiful engagement ring  sitting safely in his suit coat pocket. He smiled to himself, turning and walking out the front door to go and pick Jin up.

The teenage scientist knocked nervously on the door to Jin's house, hiding his shaking hands in his pants pocket as the front door opened.
           "Naoki, you look so handsome!" Night squealed, the blonde female smiling widely at him. "Jin! Naoki is here! Please, come in. He'll be down in a second."
           "Thank you Night." Naoki smiled, stepping inside as Night closed the door. Jin's footsteps could be heard as he walked down the stairs, stepping into the living room nervously.

Naoki looked up, his mind shutting down the moment he seen Jin. He was dressed in blue button-down shirt with a hood to go over his normal royal blue hat. A nice black jacket was worn over his shirt, matching the black pants he wore. Jin's cheeks were a dark red, the young male not used to dressing up like he is.
           "Jin, you look amazing!" Night said happily, walking over to adjust his jacket. Jin smiled slightly, looking at Naoki when he felt him staring.
           "N-Naoki, why are you staring at me...?" Jin asked, trying to push Night's hands away.
           "Because I just fell in love all over again..." Naoki breathed, his nervousness now gone. Jin's blush deepened, a small smile on his lips as he walked over and took Naoki's hand.
           "You two, please be careful. Don't stay out too late, and I want him back before 11. Understand?" Night asked, her arms crossed.
           "Yes ma'am." The teen scientist said, trying to hide the fact that the young female scared him.
           "Night, please, don't scare him..." Jin said, smiling up at him.
           "Alright alright... Go on, have fun you two!"

Naoki smiled, opening the door for Jin as they said their goodbyes, the two walking out and down the sidewalk. Their hands were clasped tightly together as they walked, the couple talking and laughing as they made their way to a restaurant.
          "How does it feel being 18 now?" Naoki asked, looking down at his small boyfriend.
          "The same but different at the same time..." Jin said, his free hand curling into a fist in his pocket. He tightened his grip on Naoki's hand unconsciously, his bright green eyes shining with tears under the shadow of his hat.
          "Are you okay? You're holding onto my hand like it's a lifeline."

Jin shook his head to shake the thoughts, rubbing his eyes as he gave Naoki a slight nod, loosening his hand slightly. Naoki looked at him, bringing their intertwined hands up and kissing the back of Jin's with a small smile.
          "Don't you worry about anything baby. I am here to give you the best night of your life." Naoki smiled, causing Jin to give him a small smile in return.
          "I couldn't ask for a better boyfriend... Thank you for being here..."
          "For you..." He trailed slightly, feeling the ring in his pocket. "I'd do anything..."

~~~

The sun was going down after the couple had finished a nice dinner, a nice glow washing over the town as the young couple walked through the park.
          "Dinner was great Naoki... Thank you for it..." Jin smiled, hugging Naoki's arm tightly
          "My pleasure..." Naoki said, sounding a bit distracted. He's nervous about proposing, and he's still not sure how to ask him.
          "Are you alright...? You seem distant..."

Naoki stopped, shuffling his arm away from Jin as he looked at him. Jin gasped softly when he seen the look in his eyes, confused as to why they held such an emotional look.
         "Naoki...? What's wrong...?" He asked, taking a step closer to him. Naoki stepped back, turning and rubbing his face with his hands before he shook his head. Now or never.
         "Alright, we need to talk." Naoki said simply, shoving his hands in his pocket.
         "O-okay... I mean I'm your boyfriend, you can tell me anything..." Jin said, trying to be cautious with his words. Perfect.
         "That's the thing Jin. I don't want to be your boyfriend anymore." Naoki said coldly, the ring secretly in his hand and he crossed his arms.

Jin felt like he was hit by a train, tears filling his eyes as his throat dried.
         "W-what...?" He asked, his voice breaking after he found it.
         "I don't want to be your boyfriend anymore..." Naoki said again, uncrossing his arms. "Because I'd much rather be your husband." The last sentence is what made Jin stop, a look of confusion replacing that of sadness. Seeing the confused look is what made Naoki get down, one knee on the ground as his hands held a beautifully crafted ring, its silver band and blue gems shining in the setting sun. Jin gasped, his hands coming up and covering his mouth in shock.

Naoki took in a deep breath as he looked up at his beautiful boyfriend, a small smile on his lips.

        "Will you marry me?"

NightBear15 signing off...