College Drama. ( Nobita X Dekisugi ) 2

The sunlight filtered softly through the towering ginkgo trees, casting dappled shadows across the bustling campus courtyard. Dekisugi followed Suneo down the paved path, clutching his bag close to his side. The lingering dizziness from the morning still hummed faintly, but the warmth of the day and Suneo’s chatter were steadying him. Suneo waved toward a cluster of students gathered near the benches.

Suneo

There they are — Gian and Shizuka. Come on.

Dekisugi’s eyes scanned the group before settling on the two. Gian stood broad-shouldered and confident, arms folded as he talked. Shizuka, graceful as ever, listened attentively, her dark hair catching the sunlight. As they approached, Suneo cleared his throat.

Suneo

Hey, everyone. I want you to meet someone.

He nodded toward Dekisugi

Suneo

This is Dekisugi Hidetoshi — the ‘genius’ from Nobita’s old class. Yeah, the one who left without a word eight years ago.

Gian’s eyes widened slightly, his usual tough-guy demeanor softening in surprise.

Gian

No way... Dekisugi-kun? That Dekisugi?

Gian

Gian

Shizuka smiled warmly.

Shizuka

It’s been a long time. Welcome back.

Shizuka

Dekisugi bowed politely.

Dekisugi Hidetoshi

Thank you. It’s good to see familiar faces.

Just then, footsteps echoed nearby. A figure approached them casually. And then Dekisugi’s breath caught.

This was Nobita — but not the Nobita he remembered. Gone were the oversized glasses. Gone was the slouching, timid boy of his childhood memories. In their place stood a young man tall and broad-shouldered, his posture straight, confident. His hair was neatly styled, and his eyes held a quiet strength Dekisugi hadn’t expected. Nobita’s gaze flicked over the group, landing on Dekisugi.

Nobita

So, Dekisugi’s back

Nobita

His voice was calm — almost detached. Suneo grinned like this was just another day.

Suneo

Yeah. Came back after eight years. Figured you’d want to say hi.

Nobita nodded once, expression unreadable.

Nobita

Hm. Doesn’t really change anything.

The words hit Dekisugi like a sharp wind. He blinked, struggling to keep his composure.

Dekisugi Hidetoshi

💭Doesn’t matter? After everything… after all those years, it doesn’t matter?

He forced a polite smile.

Dekisugi Hidetoshi

I’m glad to be here again.

Nobita turned away slightly, as if brushing off the conversation. Gian gave a low whistle.

Gian

Man, Nobita’s a whole different guy now, huh?

Shizuka nodded thoughtfully.

Shizuka

He’s grown a lot… in more ways than one.

Dekisugi swallowed the sudden lump in his throat. He thought back to the boy who used to trip over words, who would nervously adjust his glasses when embarrassed. And here stood a man — poised, distant, almost cold.

Dekisugi’s fingers tightened around the strap of his bag. He felt a mix of longing and hurt, but he wouldn’t let it show. He’d always been the composed one — the reliable one — the one who kept his feelings folded away like a letter never sent. But the truth was, Nobita’s words cut deeper than he wanted to admit.

Dekisugi Hidetoshi

💭Maybe he’s trying to protect himself too… Or maybe he’s moved on. But I can’t… I just can’t.

Suneo, sensing the shift in mood, clapped Dekisugi on the back.

Suneo

Hey, don’t let it get to you. Nobita’s just… complicated.

Dekisugi nodded, giving a small laugh.

Dekisugi Hidetoshi

I suppose old friends are never as simple as they seem.

Nobita glanced back over his shoulder.

Nobita

Don’t expect me to act like nothing’s changed. We’re not kids anymore.

Dekisugi met his eyes.

A moment passed between them — heavy with unspoken memories.

Suneo grinned, breaking the tension.

Suneo

Well, enough of the nostalgia. Let’s get to class before Professor Yamada starts complaining.

Gian and Shizuka nodded, beginning to gather their things. Nobita lingered a moment longer, then stepped closer to Dekisugi. His voice dropped just low enough for only Dekisugi to hear.

Nobita

If you want to catch up… don’t expect it to be easy.

Dekisugi’s heart raced. He nodded, words caught in his throat.

Dekisugi Hidetoshi

I wouldn’t want it any other way.

Nobita gave a brief smile, then turned and walked away, blending into the crowd of students. Dekisugi exhaled, feeling the weight of years and the hope of new beginnings mingling in his chest.

bye