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SKINSHIP.

Adapted from this. You can read the other chapters with this link, but here's the relevant one.

Kaede Akamatsu stirred beneath the soft covers, blinking awake as a faint tapping reached her ears. Raindrops, heavy and relentless, drummed against the roof of her dormitory at the Future Foundation. She yawned, stretching out in her loose-fitting pajamas before sliding out of bed. The room was dimly lit by the muted light of a rainy morning, casting soft shadows across the walls.

The tapping grew louder, and Kaede frowned. It wasn't just the rain; there was something else. Rubbing her eyes, she padded barefoot out of her room and into the living area, the cool floor beneath her feet sending a shiver up her spine. As she rounded the corner, she noticed a figure seated on her sofa.

Shuichi Saihara sat there, staring through the large sliding glass door that led to the small square lot out back. The rain poured down in sheets, the rhythmic pounding on the glass seeming to mesmerize him. His dark hair was slightly tousled, and though his posture was relaxed, something in the way his eyes focused on the storm made Kaede's heart tighten. He hadn't even noticed her.

"Shuichi?" she called softly, her voice gentle yet tinged with concern. He turned his head slightly, giving her a small, tired smile, but the melancholy lingered in his gaze.

"Sorry, did I wake you?" he asked, his voice quiet, barely above the rain's roar.

"No, it's fine," Kaede shook her head, stepping closer to him, "But...what are you doing here so early? Is everything okay?"

He looked back at the rain for a moment before sighing.

"I couldn't sleep. Just... thinking."

She walked over to him and sat down beside him on the couch, the warmth of his presence comforting despite the tension that hung in the air.

The storm outside raged on, but here, in this quiet moment, Kaede wanted nothing more than to reach out and chase away the clouds in Shuichi's mind. Shuichi shifted slightly, glancing once more at the downpour outside.

"The weather's been like this since last night," he murmured, "It hasn't let up at all...We might be stuck inside for a while."

Kaede lifted her head, following his gaze to the drenched square lot beyond the glass. The rain was relentless, falling in thick sheets that blurred the view of anything past the backyard. It almost felt like the outside world had disappeared, leaving them alone in this small, cozy space.

"Yeah...it doesn't look like it's going to stop anytime soon," she said, pulling her knees up onto the couch and hugging them, "But maybe being stuck inside isn't so bad."

She smiled at him, her voice soft and warm. Shuichi looked at her for a moment, his expression softening as the corners of his mouth lifted.

"I guess not," he replied, his voice losing some of its earlier tension. He reached out, gently resting his hand on hers, "As long as I'm stuck with you."

Kaede's heart skipped a beat at his words, and she felt a light blush creep into her cheeks. The rain may have trapped them inside, but right now, she wouldn't have wanted to be anywhere else.

Kaede's smile softened as her thoughts drifted, her gaze falling to the rain-slick glass.

"You know," she began, her voice quieter now, "being stuck inside like this...it reminds me of the Ultimate Academy of Gifted Juveniles. Even though I wasn't part of the Killing Game for very long, I still felt so trapped there. We all did."

Shuichi's expression darkened slightly, his fingers unconsciously tightening around hers.

"Yeah," he murmured, "That place...it felt like no matter what we did, we couldn't escape it."

Kaede nodded, her mind wandering back to those awful days.

"It's strange... we were always trying to find a way out, but no matter what we did, that huge wall and the cage surrounding the academy felt so...impossible to break through. Even when I was leading everyone, it felt like I wasn't doing enough."

Shuichi exhaled softly, his brow furrowing in thought.

"We never stopped trying," he said, his voice heavy with guilt, "But after a while, I think...we kind of gave up on trying to get past that wall. We focused on surviving instead of really escaping. I should've done more, especially after you...after you were gone."

Kaede turned her head, meeting his eyes with a look of quiet understanding.

"Shuichi, you did everything you could. It wasn't your fault."

"But it feels like it was," Shuichi's gaze dropped to the floor, his voice barely above a whisper, "For your sake, if not mine, I should have pushed harder. I should've fought more to find a way out. You believed in everyone, in me...and I couldn't save you. I couldn't even save myself."

Kaede felt her chest tighten at the pain in his voice. She reached up, gently cupping his cheek, urging him to look at her.

"You did save me, Shuichi. Even after I was gone, you carried on and led everyone out of that nightmare. I always believed you would, and you did," she said, "I'm here now because of you."

His eyes softened, though the guilt still lingered in their depths.

"I just... I wish I could've done it sooner. Before we lost so much."

"I understand," Kaede gave him a sad but reassuring smile, "We all have regrets about that place. But we survived, and we're together now. That's what matters. We're not trapped anymore."

She leaned in closer, resting her forehead against his.

"We're free, Shuichi. We made it."

Shuichi closed his eyes, his breath steadying as he leaned into her touch.

"Yeah," he whispered, his voice steadier now, "We made it...thanks to you."

The rain continued to drum against the glass, a constant backdrop to their thoughts. After a moment of quiet, Kaede sighed, her voice taking on a sharper edge.

"I still don't know how to feel about Tsumugi..." she admitted, "about the real one, I mean."

Shuichi's brow furrowed, sensing where the conversation was headed.

"Yeah. I've been thinking about that too," he said, "there's still so much we don't know. She said she'd reach out to us...but I'm not sure I believe her."

"I'm still pissed off. Maki might have been a bit too serious about all that was going on, but she's right," Kaede crossed her arms, a flash of anger sparking in her eyes, "I know it wasn't her in the game, but...everything she did, everything she put us through. It's hard to separate her from what happened. How could we trust someone who watched all that, knowing what we were going through?"

"It's like she was playing with us... using us as pieces in some twisted story," Shuichi nodded, understanding her frustration, "Even if it wasn't entirely her doing, I can't shake the feeling that she doesn't really care what happened to us."

"Exactly! She helped create that whole mess, and even now, after the Killing Game's over, she acts like it was all some big show," Kaede clenched her fists, her jaw tightening, "I don't care if she's supposed to be on our side now; she doesn't get to act like we're characters in one of her stories."

Her voice rose with her anger, the betrayal still fresh in her mind. Shuichi placed a gentle hand on her shoulder, grounding her. His eyes, though filled with similar doubts, were steady.

"Kaede," he said firmly, "we're not characters anymore. We're not her toys. Whatever Tsumugi or the real mastermind might think, we're not bound by their stories. We make our own decisions now."

Kaede looked at him, her expression softening as his words sank in.

"You're right," she admitted, her voice quiet but still holding a trace of lingering anger, "She doesn't control us anymore. We're the ones in charge of our lives."

Shuichi squeezed her hand, his voice resolute.

"Exactly. Whatever her intentions are, we don't have to follow her script. We decide what happens next. She can't take that away from us," Shuichi gave her a reassuring smile. "And we'll keep moving forward, together. No one can change that."

Kaede returned the smile, feeling a sense of strength in his words. The storm outside suddenly felt less oppressive, the weight of their past lightening just a bit.

They were no longer trapped by someone else's story...they were writing their own.

Kaede sat there for a moment, soaking in the weight of Shuichi's words. Then, a sudden surge of energy filled her, a rebellious fire that sparked from deep within. Without warning, she shot up from the couch, her eyes shining with a renewed sense of determination.

The door...really reminded her of the cage...

That reminder of being trapped.

She wasn't trapped anymore.

She was going to break free.

"You know what, Shuichi?" she declared, her voice full of excitement, "You're absolutely right. I'm not a character who has to follow a script anymore. I'm not going to let this world, or anyone, tell me what to do, just like the other world did!"

Before Shuichi could react, Kaede swiftly threw off her loose-fitting pajamas, leaving them in a crumpled heap on the floor. His eyes widened in shock as she dashed toward the sliding glass door, completely naked.

"Kaede! Wait-!" Shuichi's voice trailed off as she flung open the door and bolted out into the pouring rain.

Kaede let out a burst of laughter as the cold rain hit her skin, instantly soaking her from head to toe. She didn't care. She twirled in the rain, the water streaming down her hair and body, dancing and splashing in the puddles like a carefree child.

The storm that had felt so oppressive minutes ago now felt liberating, like a cleansing wave washing away the weight of everything she had endured.

Shuichi stood frozen in the doorway, staring in disbelief as Kaede leapt and spun through the downpour, her bare feet kicking up water as she stomped through the puddles. Her laughter echoed through the rain, full of joy and defiance.

She didn't care who was watching. This was her moment. Her choice.

He shook his head, a mix of exasperation and amusement crossing his face.

"Kaede, you're going to catch a cold," he called out, trying to suppress a smile, though his cheeks were tinged red.

Kaede spun around to face him, her grin wide and fearless.

"I don't care!" she shouted, lifting her arms to the sky as the rain continued to pour down on her, "I'm alive, Shuichi! And I'm not going to live by anyone's rules but my own!"

Shuichi sighed, his smile softening as he watched her, a warmth blooming in his chest despite the chill of the storm. He couldn't help but admire her. The way she threw herself into life, even after everything they'd been through. Kaede was right. This world wouldn't control them.

And for now, he figured he could let her dance in the rain.

For a brief moment, Shuichi stood in the doorway, watching Kaede dance and splash in the rain with wild abandon. Her laughter rang out through the downpour, pure and unrestrained, and something in her energy stirred something inside him...something daring...something free.

Without thinking, he reached for the hem of his shirt and pulled it over his head, tossing it aside. His pants followed quickly after, and soon he was just as bare as Kaede, the cool air and rain hitting his skin in a shock of cold, but he didn't care.

He stepped out into the storm, the rain immediately soaking him, soaking his bare feet, and a giddy rush of excitement filled him as he sprinted after Kaede.

She turned just in time to see him join her, her eyes wide in surprise before bursting into laughter. He practically jumped on her, grabbing her and wrapping his arms around her. They spun around in a giddy circle as they pressed their naked bodies together.

"Shuichi! I didn't think you'd actually do it!"

"Well, I'm not letting you have all the fun!" he shot back with a grin, the thrill of freedom buzzing through him as they splashed through the puddles together, chasing each other in circles around the lot.

Their bare feet slapped against the wet pavement, kicking up water as they ran, laughing like they hadn't in years. Like children again, before everything had become so heavy. Kaede shrieked playfully as Shuichi caught her by the arm, pulling her into a warm embrace despite the cold rain cascading down on them. She looked up at him, her eyes gleaming with joy, her smile wide.

He leaned down, capturing her lips in a kiss that was soft at first, but quickly deepened as the moment overwhelmed them. They kissed like no one was watching, like they were the only two people in the world.

The rain beat down on them, soaking their hair, their skin, but none of it mattered. They clung to each other, the rain washing away any sense of fear or inhibition.

Kaede pulled back with a giggle, her eyes dancing with mischief.

"Catch me if you can!" she teased, slipping out of his arms and sprinting away, her laughter ringing out over the storm.

Shuichi chased after her, laughing just as hard, his heart racing in his chest. They ran and played together, stomping in puddles, splashing water at each other, and collapsing into each other's arms between bouts of running and twirling in the rain. Every time their skin touched, it was electric; like the rain itself was charging the air between them.

Eventually, Kaede slowed, turning to Shuichi with a soft, breathless smile. She wrapped her arms around him, pulling him close, the rain still falling softly around them. He pressed his forehead to hers, their noses brushing as they caught their breath.

"This feels so...surreal," Shuichi murmured, his voice barely audible over the gentle patter of rain, "But I've never felt more alive."

Kaede smiled, her fingers tracing the raindrops running down his back.

"We're free, Shuichi. Finally free."

She kissed him again, and this time it was slower, more tender, as if they were savoring the moment, the rain and the freedom they had reclaimed together.

The storm continued to rage around them, but in each other's arms, they were at peace.

As their laughter faded into the sound of the rain, Kaede and Shuichi stood in the middle of the drenched lot, their bodies pressed close, the warmth between them cutting through the cold.

Their eyes roamed over each other, unashamed and full of love. There was something beautiful about the way they stood together, completely vulnerable yet completely safe in each other's presence.

Kaede's fingers gently traced the contours of Shuichi's chest, and he did the same, admiring the delicate lines of her body, his touch tender.

"You're amazing, you know that?" Kaede whispered, her voice soft but filled with awe, "We've been through so much, but here we are...still standing."

Shuichi's eyes softened, his hand resting on the small of her back.

"I feel the same way about you," he murmured, but a shadow passed over his expression as he spoke, "But there's still so much we have to do. It's not over, not by a long shot. As long as our enemies are out there...we won't be safe. Not really."

Kaede's gaze hardened, and she cupped his face in her hands, bringing his eyes back to hers.

"Shuichi, listen to me," she said firmly, her voice unwavering despite the rain that continued to fall around them, "We're strong enough to take care of ourselves, and each other. We've fought through worse, and no matter what happens, no one...NO ONE...is going to break what we have ever again."

Shuichi blinked, his chest tightening at the determination in her voice. He could see the fire in her eyes, the same fire that had always pushed her forward, that had inspired him to keep fighting even when things seemed hopeless.

She was right...they had survived so much already. Together, they were unstoppable.

"I won't let anyone tear us apart," Kaede continued, her voice softening as she pressed her forehead against his, "I don't want to lose you. Not again. And right now...I don't want to let go of you. Not even for a second."

Her words hung in the air between them, heavy with meaning. Shuichi's breath caught in his throat, his hands tightening around her waist as he pulled her closer.

"I feel the same," he admitted, his voice barely above a whisper, "I don't want to let go either. Not now, not ever."

They stood like that for a long moment, wrapped in each other's arms, their hearts beating in sync. The rain still poured around them, but it felt like the world had slowed, like the storm was just an afterthought to the intensity of the moment they shared.

There were still battles ahead, enemies to face, but in this moment, they were untouchable...together, nothing could break them.

"I promise you, Kaede," Shuichi whispered against her temple, "I'll stay by your side. Whatever comes next, we'll face it together. No one's going to take that away from us."

Kaede smiled, a soft, relieved laugh escaping her lips.

"Good. Because I'm never letting go."

And with that, she kissed him again, slow and deliberate, as if sealing the promise between them. Shuichi kissed her back with the same intensity, holding her close like she was his anchor, his reminder that they weren't alone in this fight...and they never would be again.

Kaede's lips lingered on his for a moment longer before she suddenly pulled back, a mischievous glint flashing in her eyes. Without warning, she kicked her foot into a nearby puddle, splashing a wave of cold water directly onto Shuichi.

"Hey!" he yelped in surprise, wiping the water off his face.

But before he could react, Kaede smirked, swinging her arm and giving him a playful smack on the butt.

"Catch me if you can, detective!" she teased, laughing as she took off across the lot again, her bare feet splashing through the puddles.

Shuichi stood frozen for a moment, caught between disbelief and laughter, before the playful energy took hold of him again.

"Oh, you're not getting away that easily!" he shouted, his voice light with joy as he took off after her, the rain continuing to pour down around them.

They ran through the lot, water splashing up from the puddles with every step. Kaede zig-zagged, laughing uncontrollably as Shuichi tried to close the gap, his heart pounding not just from the chase but from the exhilaration of the moment. Finally, with a quick burst of speed, he reached out and caught her around the waist, pulling her into a tight embrace just as they both tumbled into a large puddle.

The cold water soaked them instantly, but they didn't care. Their laughter filled the air as they landed in a splash, their bodies tangled together in the muddy rainwater. Shuichi tightened his grip around her, pulling her close to him as they lay in the puddle, both of them breathless from laughing so hard.

"I got you," Shuichi panted, grinning as Kaede rested her head against his chest, still giggling softly.

Kaede tilted her head up to look at him, her smile full of warmth and love.

"Yeah, you did," she whispered, her fingers gently tracing circles on his chest as the rain continued to fall around them.

For a moment, they were quiet, simply looking into each other's eyes. Then, in unison, they both said it, their voices soft but full of emotion...

"I love you."

They said it again, as if repeating it made it more real.

"I love you," Kaede whispered, her hand cupping his cheek.

"I love you," Shuichi echoed, his voice filled with all the tenderness and sincerity he could muster.

Their lips met again, this time in a long, lingering kiss that seemed to stretch on forever.

The world around them melted away...

The rain, the storm, the battles they had yet to face. In that moment, there was only the two of them, holding each other close, their love as steady and unbreakable as ever.

#danganronpa #danganronpa v3 #drv3 #shuichi saihara #kaede akamatsu #nudité #lewd #saimatsu

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