Red X Reader ~ Lightning Storm

You cursed as the first few raindrops splattered around you. You brushed your hair out of your face, starting to sprint when the rain came down faster, cursing your misfortune. Soon, you were completely drenched to the bone, rain blurring your vision. You weren't going to make it to your home in this condition, so you turned and headed towards your friend Red's house.

He was more than a friend in your eyes, but you weren't sure how he felt. All you knew was that he cared about you and wouldn't mind helping you out. Fortunately for you.

You knocked on the door, wiping the rain from your face. "[Name]! What happened?" Red asked, ushering you inside. He went into another room, coming back with a bundle of clothes. "Sorry that they're too big, but they're dry." He tossed it to you, along with a towel, and steered you to the bathroom to change.

"T-thanks." You whisper gratefully, teeth chattering slightly. You peeled your sopping wet clothes off your body and dried yourself the best you could, hastily changing into the clothes Red gave you. You came from the bathroom and sat down on his couch. He brought you a cup of hot cocoa.

You explained that you had been taking a walk to clear your mind, then the raindrops started to come down upon you, joking that Kyogre hated you and made it rain on you. Red laughed at your joke, but his grin disappeared when you broke out into a coughing fit.

"Are you okay?" He asked, his scarlet red eyes filled with concern. A bright flash and a loud roar made you jump: you had barely evaded the storm that brewed outside. "Better." You murmur, sneezing. Red handed you a tissue and wrapped his arms around you.

"You're really cold, [Name]. Are you sure you're fine?" He asked. For some reason, seeing Red concerned for you made you smile. Maybe it was because you were so used to him being a brave yet funny person that it was strange seeing him so worried. You sipped the hot cocoa.

"I'll be fine if I'm with you." You muttered, blushing. Cheesy line, but it would have to do. A rosy tint appeared on his face.

"Me too. I always feel better with you around." He agreed. You cuddled with him, burying your face into his chest and enjoying his warmth. Red played with your hair until he thought you fell asleep. He kissed the top of your forehead, making you giggle. A red hue covered his face.

"S-sorry, I-I thought you were sleeping." He apologized. "You thought wrong." You teased playfully, snatching his hat off his head. "Hey!" He protested, trying to grab it, but you kept it out of his reach. You placed it on your head. Red smiled.

"You look really cute with that on." He blurted out, then he laughed nervously. "Am I really?" You asked, blushing. You waited for a moment in silence, watching the raindrops hit the windows. "I've always liked that about you." You said.

"Like what about me?" Red asked, curious.

"Red, I've always liked how you're always so kind and funny. I admire how you're so sweet and caring, to people and Pokémon alike. You're always such a good sport, a great battler, and an amazing friend. That's what I love about you." You stated, pausing. Well, here goes nothing. You thought to yourself.

"That's why I love you." You finished. Red looked stunned, looking speechless. "You really mean that?" He managed to choke out. A wide smile lit up your face. "I sure do." You murmured. You placed a few fingers beneath his chin, bringing him closer and closer.

He gently pressed his lips to yours, sending shivers down your spine like lightning. He cupped your face with one hand and wrapped the other arm around your waist. The pounding in your heart was almost as loud as the thunder outside.

After what seemed like an eternity yet only a few seconds, you broke it off. A flash of lightning illuminated the light sky, and you saw Red's flushed but happy face. You were sure you looked the same.

"[Name]... I love you. Please, be mine." Red said, almost begging at the last part. "Of course." You agreed. You had another short but passionate kiss with your best friend, and now boyfriend.

The storm remained like this throughout the night, but Red was the shining beacon that guided you home. You belonged with him, and vice versa. You two were perfect from the start, it just needed a little spark to grow. Just like how a lightning bolt can light a tree on fire, your love blossomed from there. Unlike the tree, however, no amount of rain could douse your love for each other.

An unfortunate event will not always lead to an unlucky outcome.