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diluc x female! reader
modern au btw,, ok so like basically diluc and you are rivals or sumn shit and whenever you pull something on each other and you outsmart them?? you say checkmate- yeah idk. it still makes sense if u dont understand the checkmate part lol

it was a sundy afternoon when diluc realized that he, y/n’s biggest rival, had grown feelings for her. he never saw this coming, considering the fact that he was convinced he hated her with all of his guts, but his heart worked otherwise, and what was worst is that diluc didn’t know how to act around her knowing he liked her and she most definitely didn’t like him back. he internally panicked and ended up screaming into his pillow to sleep, due to his mind being too overcrowded.

the next day approached faster than diluc expected. first, he woke up late, next his ride to school was mysteriously missing, then he was late to school, and now he kept constantly getting called out during class for either falling asleep or not paying attention the lesson like he was expected. “tch, your game’s really down today.” y/n teased from behind, smirking in the process. diluc rolled his eyes before adverting his eyes towards the board.

“what? can’t talk back because you’re too scared to get called out again? c’mon, diluc. you’re no fun.” y/n whined before crumbling a piece of paper to throw at his head. diluc swiftly turned around and glared at her as a warning. she pretended to act scared before rolling her eyes, resting her cheek on her hand to pay attention to the lesson. diluc heavily sighed before facing forward, blood immediately rushing to his cheeks the second his face wasn’t visible to the girl behind him.

“checkmate.” y/n whistled knowing she won this time.

“fuck, why am i blushing?” diluc muttered under his breath. the overwhelming feeling he felt towards the girl was too much to him, so he raised his hand, asking, “excuse me? may i use the restroom real quick?” he asked aloud.

the teacher turned around and raised their brow, “wait til i give you permission to speak next time, diluc. you have 10 minutes max. go.” diluc nodded before abruptly standing up to walk towards the restroom. little to his unbeknownst, the girl who was the cause to all of his mess ups today trailed behind in curiosity. she couldn’t help but wonder why he wasn’t playing along with her games like he usually would.

she peeked behind the corner and saw diluc towering over the water fountain, raking his hair to the side in frustration. it was no secret that she had a little crush on the boy. she was worried and wanted him to be his normal self again, so she planned on scaring him once he turns the corner, and that’s exactly what she did.

“boo!” she exclaimed as tom turned a corner. he yelped before groaning.

“wpdjekxjsjd- y/n, what the fuck?” (that keyboard smash is a joke btw. idk a single person who screams “wpdjekxjsjd.” i just dunno what to put)

“sorry, dude. i was worried for you, and i needed to get you in the spirit before i start getting bored.” y/n shrugged before shooting him a gummy smile.

“of course. i’m just someone you use for entertainment.” he muttered before walking past her. she looked him at stunned, confusion rushing through her head.

“isn’t it the same for you?” she asked. diluc halted in his steps. “don’t you treat me the same way i treat you because i’m someone you use for entertainment? why are you getting mad now?” diluc looked back at her, cursing at himself to not tell her about the secret butterflies he feels whenever he crosses paths with her. instead of interacting, he kept walking.

“hey- no! come here! tell me what’s got you so pissed and shit!” y/n jogged towards him.

“y/n, leave me alone.” he muttered.

“why?”

“just leave me alone?”

“but why? you’re not telling me why? don’t expect me to just listen to you and ignore you when i’m the annoying person in your life for a reason?” she gripped his forearm, immediately regretting it when she felt how fit he was. her cheeks were painted with a light pink color, which diluc didn’t notice whatsoever.

“why do you care?” he tried getting out of her grip.

“because i just do? you’re human too, dumbass. now stop trying to get away and let me help you get your shit together!” she pleaded. tom huffed in annoyance, putting a stop to his attempts at getting away. his stomach was getting more light and light the more time he spent around her.

“i don’t need your help, and i’m perfectly fine.”

“yeah, and i dont like you.” y/n rolled her eyes before pulling him aside to sit down on the indoor bench to check his condition. after a few long seconds, diluc was struck with realization.

“wait, what?” he asked shocked.

“what?” y/n tilt her head in confusion.

“you just- you said-“ he stuttered.

“fuck.” y/n groaned before remembering what she said a few seconds ago. she distanced herself from diluc before turning on her heel, “you were right. you don’t need my help. see you in class.” her foot took one step and diluc was already up to keep her from walking away, the same thing he tried doing.

“you like me?”

“no.”

“but you technically said you did?”

“no.” she looked everywhere except for his eyes. she was beyond embarrassed and wanted to be anywhere but near him. she didn’t want him to find out so soon. she planned on telling him at graduation, when everyone separated, knowing he only thought of her as a rival and nothing else.

“y/n, do you like me or not?” diluc asked in the most serious tone he could use. y/n stared into his pupils, lips pursing together in anticipation. she kept making up scenarios to what would happen if she said yes or if she said no.

she hesitated to speak before sighing, “i lost.” diluc raised one eyebrow in confusion. 

“what do you mean you lost-”

“diluc, remember when we said one of us can only win if one of us surrender or fall in love?” y/n asked, her hands forming into fists, her voice slowly losing itself. 

diluc nodded, “what? you surrender now? i was right all along-”

“no, i fell in love. i fell in love with you and i absolutely hate it. i didn’t feel this way when we first met and it’s all your fault. do you know what it’s like to like someone knowing for a fact that they don’t like you back because they only think of you as someone they hate and stuff? diluc, it’s all of your fault. it was only easy to hide the fact that i had developed feelings for you because i had to constantly tease you as your enemy.” y/n teared up for a moment before sniffing the water away from her eyes. “how did this end up with me spilling my guts? you’re the one acting like you were losing your sanity.” she frowned. diluc stared for probably the longest time yet. 

“i-”

“we should get back to class. it’s almost been ten minutes. you go first and i’ll follow so the teacher doesn’t think we were fooling around. also, congrats on winning. you proved your supremacy after all.” y/n sent him a soft smile before motioning him to walk. tom remained in the same position due to being too much in shock. 

“fine, i’ll go first.” she rolled her eyes before walking away. tom jumped back into reality and gripped onto her wrist, pulling her into his chest. for a second, they gazed into each other’s eyes before diluc pressed his lips against hers. without hesitation, y/n kissed back, wanting to enjoy the moment whether he was going to regret it or not. 

diluc pulled away, “i never said i didn’t like you too.” he cheekily smiled. y/n’s mouth fell open. “i realized i liked you too not that long ago. i started feeling sensations i don’t feel around everyone and i was too scared to admit to myself that i liked you because, one, it seemed forbidden, and, two, i thought you only hated me.” he admitted. y/n blushed, suddenly feeling so soft for the boy who she at first hated so much. 

“also, checkmate!” 

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