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Fanfiction LPS "Strangers"

Today, as usual, I was returning home tired. I was riding the subway and listening to some pop crap, which I usually listen to in order not to go crazy. I'm honestly tired of my life. Every day was similar to the previous one, which was depressing my psychological state. I'm 20 years old, and I haven't really achieved anything in my life, I barely graduated from university with a profession that makes me sick. I remember when I was a child, I was fond of dancing, trying to dance like people in the show "Shake a Leg". Although I wasn't very good at it, I loved dancing and wanted to make it my life's work. However, things didn't work out as I had hoped. My parents were against my hobby, believing that dancing was for girls and not suitable for me. This was absurd, as the men I saw on TV were skilled dancers, and I admired them, dreaming of learning to dance like them...

My job wasn't the only thing that was ruining my life. The problem was that I was lonely. I was a real loner. Although I was quite attractive, and many girls wanted to date me, I just didn't feel anything for them. I didn't care much about their attention or the numerous valentines I received on February 14. Some girls, after spending a short time with me, would roll their eyes and call me a "stupid idiot." Anyway, I've never had a relationship, and I didn't want to...

Finally, I reached my destination. I got off the train and walked into the station. As I approached the exit, I noticed a small crowd of people gathered around something. I assumed it was a musician or a sickly grandmother asking for money for medical treatment. However, as I approached the crowd, I realized I was mistaken. These people were watching a magician performing extraordinary tricks. Something about this guy caught my attention. He appeared to be around my age, perhaps a little older. He had chocolate-colored skin and large, expressive yellow eyes that looked slightly sad. His curly, pale blue hair peeked out from under his top hat, and he was dressed in a blue sweater and a black wizard's cloak.

"Now, get ready to see an incredible trick! I'm going to pull something very unusual out of this completely empty hat!"

said the guy, showing the crowd of people the empty bottom of his headdress. I noticed that this guy had a strange accent, like an Indian accent. I've never met a real Indian, as I've never been to India. Or maybe it's because I'm a homebody and a fan of watching TV shows...

The magician hit his hat with a wand three times and pulled out a... Rabbit. The audience gasped and everyone clapped their hands. Although a guy in the crowd exclaimed that it was banal and obvious. I liked it, and I even wondered how he did it, seriously, he didn't put his hat on a table where a rabbit could be inside. The hat was in his hands the entire time. Is this real magic? No, there must be an explanation. While I was thinking about it, the show was over. The magician said goodbye to the audience and seemed to disappear, as if he had never been there, and the people began to disperse. Damn it! Where could he have gone so quickly?

I was lying in my bed, unable to sleep. The image of that magician was still fresh in my mind. I found myself thinking that I found him handsome. Even very attractive. I felt a void inside me when I remembered how he disappeared. I would like to see him again, he has such a beautiful smile and dimples on his cheeks. He is like an angel that came down from heaven. I am not sure what exactly attracted me to him, is it because he is a talented magician or because he is an Indian? Or maybe it was his charisma... With these thoughts, I started to fall asleep, and eventually passed out completely.

***

Today at work, I spent the whole day thinking about that magician and wondering if it was a dream. Because his magic trick seemed so unreal to me. I wanted to ask him how he did it. I was really curious, and I wanted to talk to him a little to get to know what kind of person he was. Although I already feel like he's a kind and nice guy. I think we could be friends and...

- "Terrio! Why the hell are you taking your mind off work!? I'm going to fire you if you don't stop daydreaming!"

I shuddered with surprise and fear.

"Oh.. I'm sorry... I thought for a while."

The boss looked at me like I was trash, and after muttering something unintelligible to himself, he left. God, I can't stand him. He constantly torments me and screams for no reason. He's a real nutcase... But I have to see him almost every day. I wish I could see that wonderful magician from the subway instead.

The workday was over, and I was riding the subway, burning with impatience. I was hoping to see him again. I had never seen him before, and I wasn't sure if I would see him again. My station. Hurray. I got off and quickly made my way to the crosswalk, and... Oh, my goodness! He was there again. My heart leapt with joy, and I felt like a living person. I carefully approached the crowd and watched to see what my beloved magician would do this time. Today, he looked even more beautiful than I remembered. Maybe I should take a picture of him on my phone so I can look at him anytime.

"Get ready, because today's magic trick won't be as simple as yesterday's. For this trick, I only need one dollar. Who's willing to lend me a dollar?"

I might have been willing to lend him a dollar, but I was standing far enough away to give him my bill. Unfortunately, a man standing closer to the magician than I was already ahead of me. The magician took the bill, rolled it into a tube, and placed it in a handkerchief. He then gave the handkerchief to the man who had lent him the dollar. Then he pulled a lemon out of his pocket, a regular old lemon. The guy walked over to the man.

"Now, sir, determine whether your rolled-up bill is in the handkerchief." he said.

The man felt the handkerchief. There was no roll. The magician snatched the handkerchief from his hand and indeed there was no roll.

"Okay, you can check this lemon, maybe your dollar is in there."

The magician handed the man the lemon and he pulled out a $1 bill and unrolled it.

"Yes, that's my bill!"

Everyone applauded. And I started wondering again how he did it. The rest of the tricks were also interesting, and each time I didn't understand how he did it.

***

For almost a week now, I've been watching this guy's magic performances after work. I haven't had the courage to approach him and introduce myself, and something was holding me back. Every time I saw him, my heart grew warmer. And my face seemed to take on a reddish hue in the cheekbones. I started to catch myself thinking that I was attracted to this magician. I fell in love for the first time in my life. I wasn't sure, but I had liked some guys before, albeit not too seriously...

It was a normal evening, and I got off at my station and walked to the crosswalk. There seemed to be more people today than usual. I stood in a corner away from the crowd and started watching the show. The magician was performing a variety of tricks. People were coming and going. Gradually, the crowd began to thin out. The performance lasted much longer than usual, but I was actually enjoying it.

"Now, I will demonstrate my unique ability to read minds" the magician said loudly.

The crowd was excited by this.

"You don't believe me yet, but I assure you, my friends, I will read each of your thoughts and announce them!" the magician said proudly.

He made a concentrated expression and closed his eyes, placing his fingers on his temples. I was skeptical about this, as I doubted that he could actually read people's thoughts. I thought that this magician was simply very good at his craft, and he was a handsome guy, but unfortunately, he didn't notice me... There are so many people here, and I'm standing far away from the crowd, just watching.

I was brought out of my thoughts by the magician's voice.

"Well, I'm disappointed in your thoughts, mam, as you were thinking that I'm a trickster. It's quite insulting, and you, sir, thought I was insane like your grandfather who wears strange costumes!"

I looked at the people the magician was addressing and noticed the pure shock on their faces. He then voiced the thoughts of several other people in the crowd. Everyone present was in shock. It's likely that he didn't read my mind, as I wasn't standing in the crowd, and besides, what was I thinking about? I was thinking about how attractive he was. I feel a bit ashamed about it, as I shouldn't be falling in love with someone of the same gender, I suppose... If my parents found out, they would scold me.

"Thank you all for coming, and I bid you farewell!"

The magician threw a smoke bomb on the floor, and purple smoke filled the air. The magician disappeared. Nevertheless, he is incredible. People started to leave, and I stood there like a fool, feeling empty inside. I didn't have to go to work tomorrow, so I wouldn't see my beautiful magician... Suddenly, purple smoke appeared in front of my face, and the magician appeared right in front of me.

I jumped in my place and squeaked in surprise.

"Hello!" he said in a friendly tone.

I was taken aback. The magician was standing close to me, and I realized how much taller he was than me.

"Oh... hi..." I stammered.

"I've been watching you for a while now, and you come here every day and watch all my performances until the end, which is very cute!"

I was shocked by this news. He had been noticing me all this time. My face seemed to be as red as a fresh crab. I couldn't say anything to him because of my nervousness.

"My name is Sunil, and you must be Vinnie, right?" he suddenly said.

Oh my God, he knows my name.

"How did you know?" I asked in complete shock.

"Haha, I'm a psychic. I can do more than just read minds." The cute magician pinned me against the wall, and I didn't know what to do. I smiled, trying not to show my embarrassment mixed with nervousness.

"It's a pleasure to meet you!" I said with fake confidence in my voice.

"Listen Vinnie, you must be hungry since you have been standing here for more than three hours and watching my performance." Sunil said.

I had my back against the wall to avoid being close to the guy and he came closer. His torso was almost pressed against my torso. There was just no way out of the situation. I felt like a little kitten that was cornered.

"Oh no, I'm fine, but thanks for your concern, besides I..." my damn stomach rumbled in a traitorous way. I was ready to sink into the ground with shame.

"Do you want to go for a walk around the city at night? I know a great place to eat." he said cheerfully.

I stood up straight to not look so small and smiled at Sunil.

"Of course, I'd love to!"

To be continued...

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liracooper · 1 month ago

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Hi. Can you write a fanfiction about how Vinnie embarrassed himself in front of Sunil and tried to avoid him all day? (Vinnie is terribly in love with Sunil)

Avoid.. Sunil..

Sunil licked his lips and gave a little satisfied sigh. “You know, Vinnie, this new food my owners got me? It actually tastes pretty good.”

Vinnie, who had been lazily lying near the treat bin, perked up. “Oh yeah? I wish I could’ve … tasted it.”

Sunil blinked. “Tasted it?”

“Y-Yeah! Like… I dunno… maybe there’s still some left on your lips, right?”

Sunil paused, mid-laugh. “Pardon?”

Vinnie’s eyes went wide. “I—I mean! Uh, since you ate some earlier, maybe there’s still… uh… flavor? Not that I wanna—! I mean—oh uh you know some.. crumbs—I should just uh.. go check on something!”

Before Sunil could say anything else, Vinnie zoomed off in a blur of panicked green, heart hammering in his chest.

He skidded behind the nearest fire hydrant and slammed his back against it, tail twitching wildly. “Dang it, Vinnie,” he whispered, sliding down to the ground. “Why did you have to say something so stupid?”

After that embarrassing moment his new plan was simple: Avoid Sunil. If he wasn’t around, Sunil would forget he said anything. He had to forget..

So while Sunil did his magic show in the main area, Vinnie peered through the pet tubes from above. When Mrs. T handed out treats, he tucked himself deep into the pet toy box beneath a pile of plushy toys. And it was working.

..Until it wasn’t..

“Hello, my friend.”

Vinnie jolted so hard his failed attempt to disguise himself in the trash letting out a betraying yelp. He turned slowly to find Sunil standing over him, arms crossed, head tilted.

“H-Hey!” Vinnie laughed nervously, brushing his fingers through his hair. “What’s up?”

Sunil narrowed his eyes playfully. “That’s my question. Why have you been hiding from me all day?”

“What? Hiding? Who? Me?” Vinnie stiffened like a statue. “I was just, you know… busy.”

“Busy?” Sunil raised a skeptical brow. “Doing what? Practicing your tail-flip into the trash bin?”

Vinnie sighed, the tension finally winning. “I just… after this morning, I guess I felt… I dunno.” His voice dropped. “..Stupid.”

Sunil blinked, then burst into laughter. “You mean about my food?”

Vinnie groaned, hiding his face in his paws.

Sunil sat beside him. “Vinnie. My friend. You say the most random things all the time. I’m used to it. It’s part of your charm.”

Vinnie peeked out. “So… you don’t think I’m weird?”

Sunil smiled, tilting his head. “Of course you’re weird. But not in a bad way.”

A small, blush crept onto Vinnie’s face. “Oh. Okay. Cool.”

“Cool enough to watch the movie with me before home time?” Sunil asked, nudging his shoulder. “I’ve been waiting for you.”

“For me?” Vinnie asked, his grin growing.

“Yes, you. Who else is going to make me feel safe during the scary parts? Or if the popcorn bag explodes again?”

Sunil looped a paw around Vinnie’s shoulders in a half-hug and pulled him toward the big pillow by the TV.

As they settled in, Vinnie felt the weight of embarrassment finally lift off his chest. Sunil still wanted to hang out with him. Still smiled at him like nothing had changed.

But even as he leaned comfortably against his best friend, a heavier thought crept in again:

How long could he keep hiding how he really felt?

He glanced up at Sunil feeling his heart flutter and his temperature rise..maybe just a little longer..

This was such a cute idea! Sorry it took so long! I’ve had such a busy few weeks! I hope this is ok I felt like I kept thinking I could add or change more but I decided just to leave it lol gosh I love a good vinnil suggestion :D

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