Author's Note: I wanted to try something different and this little plot wouldn't leave me alone so here I am. I hope someone finds this funny. My first real attempt at humour. Well, the clean kind. *LOL* Anyway, read and review please.

Thank You: Thank you soo much Ma-chan!!! It means sooo much to me for you to beta this for me. *huggles* In case you didn't know, Ma-chan is Marty. Now go and read her stuff. Then come back for this.

Warning: Umm...self insert, AU, different writing style, POV, horrible humour so please be careful.

Through the eyes of another

Chap. 01

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I've known Ken Hidaka for as long as I can remember. He was the boy-next-door and will always be that cute kid with a thrill for soccer like I've never seen. He looked like an average boy, too, except he was anything but. He had this passion for life. He wanted to do everything, be everywhere and experience it all. One of these days I think he will.

Now at the age of nineteen he's off to university studying aerospace engineering because he wants to reach the moon and touch the stars. I giggle to myself every time the thought enters my mind. He was always the dreamer and that's probably where I get it from. He's watched over me pretty much all my life.

When my partners got divorced he was the driving force that got me back on my feet. He took care of me when I needed it the most. My parents always fought so I would run. Through the broken wood panel in the fence between our houses and over the vegetable garden his mother took great care of till I reached his back door. Every time I showed up, tears or no tears, he would take me in under his wing and make sure my day got better from there on.

I love him very much. He's like the older brother I've always wanted. He's strong, sensitive, caring and understanding. One hell of a babe magnet too. Apparently those charming good looks of his are enough to send every woman and even a few men begging at his feet.

There was a point in my life where I didn't want to hang out with him. He attracted too much attention. I could hear girls giggling, women throwing themselves at him and even men making flattering remarks. He took it all in stride and looking back now, he always did or said something to help me through the awkwardness I felt then.

Now it's normal, I guess. I don't mind it anymore. It's great walking around clinging to his arm as women hiss and glare at me. I laugh out loud this time as the thought of jealous females trying to glare daggers into my head.

"What are you laughing at?" he asks.

I turn towards the brunette to see one eye brow raised in question. "Ano…" I try to slide with that but he knows me too well.

"Where do you think you're going?"

"No where." I turn a six hundred watt smile towards him. He narrows his eyes in return. Crap.

"I was just thinking of….ummm…my friend and supervisor Ran…he told this really funny joke the other day." Smiling nervously I watch his eyes, hoping to see the suspicion fade away. Moments later he sighs in defeat.

"What's the joke?"

My eyes must have given it away because he's smirking down at me now. "Well…" Think quickly or else my ass is grass[1]. "Well, there were these two vampires. They went to this vampire bar and…one vampire ordered a warm glass of blood while the other ordered a hot mug of water. When the drinks arrived, the first vampire turns to the second and asks him why he wanted water. The second takes out a tampon and replied that he wanted a cup of tea." [2]

I watch in amusement as his eyes widen and he lets go of my shoulders. I start to laugh as he finally understands the joke. He snickers slightly before turning a stern face towards me. "That was very disgusting. Funny but disgusting."

"You shouldn't have asked." I stick out my tongue and made a mad dash towards his bike. His baby as he refers to it. He chuckles as he walks up and we both hop onto his motorcycle. In minutes we're speeding down the highway.

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"Which one's Ran?"

"The red head."

I turn to see if he's found him and apparently he has. My brows furrow slightly as I gaze up at him. He seems to be staring and is that drool on his chin? I reach up and right before I can check he grabs my hand and turns away.

"That's Ran?!" He's got a sparkle in his eyes and drool dripping from his mouth. An evil smile crosses my lips as I tilt my head to regard him.

"You like him." A statement, no questions here. He blanches before recovering quickly. Too slow old man I think as I giggle behind my hand. "I'll introduce you."

Before he can object I've pulled him through the slightly empty hallway of my volunteer placement, the Magic Bus Hospital, till we're both standing behind the tall red head with the violet eyes. I tap his shoulder lightly and smiled brightly up towards my supervisor. "Hi Ran. Meet my bro Ken Hidaka."

I poke Ken before turning back to Ran. "KenKen, this is Ran Fujimiya." I watch as both men gaze at each other before reaching their hands forward. Ken has this star-struck look on his face and Ran has a twinkle in his eye. I grin mischievously as my mind works overtime.

"Nice to meet you Mr. Hidaka."

"No need for formalities. Just Ken will be fine, Mr. Fujimiya."

"Just Ran, please."

I smile happily as the pair continued to hold the other's hand not realizing that time isn't standing still. A lingering touch is all I can think of as I watch one man and then the other. My neck is starting to hurt from glancing from one to the other so I clear my throat, smiling all the while. Instantly their hands part and they seem embarrassed.

"So you're the one who told Ya-chan [3] that vampire joke?" Shit. I knew I shouldn't have lied.

"Vampire joke?" Ran replies and that's my cue to leave. I slide slowly away from the pair, softly padding down the hall towards the double doors.

"The one with the tampon."

"Excuse me?"

"Ya-chan!" I've almost reached the exit before two pairs of examining eyes turn towards me. I can feel the stares on my skin. I shiver slightly as I hazard a glance backwards. Wrong idea I think to myself before I walk off quickly.

"Umm…I have work to do. I'll see you later KenKen." I say over my shoulder before disappearing through the doors. I stand leaning against the wall breathing to calm my beating heart. I'm in soo much trouble when I see Ken next.

Finally my thumping heart rate drops down to a slow jog. I need to be calm. I don't want to scare the kids. Before leaving I hear the two chatting as they walk towards the door I flew past a few moments ago. I crack a smile as the question drifts to my ears.

"So what was the joke?"

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Time to make it up to Ken so I did what every other normal eight-teen year old would do, I asked out my bro's crush. "Ne, Ran?"

"Hai?"

"Would you like to have dinner with Ken and I this evening?" I blink innocently at the man looking down at me. Ken better appreciate what I'm doing for him. "Please?" My lower lip protrudes slightly as the older man doesn't reply. I can see his resolve crumbling. Victorious. An evil laugh wants to break through but I won't let it. What if he changes his mind after that? Exactly.

I smile that six hundred watt smile of mine and pull his unresisting form towards the volunteer break room. "Do you have a ride? KenKen drives a motorcycle so there won't be enough room for all three of us."

"That's fine. I'll take my car."

"Great!" I scribble down Ken's apartment address for him before waving goodbye and leaving to wait for my ride.

I take off the helmet and wait for Ken to do the same. He takes said helmet and locks everything up in his small garage. "So what do you feel like having for dinner tonight?"

"Hmmm…" I give this much thought. I want Ken to impress Ran. "Your specialty."

"Salmon? Sure."

"Good. Oh and remember to make an extra portion." He turns a bemused grin at me before ruffling my hair. He knows full well I hate it when he does that. "Hungry are we?"

"Nope. Ran's coming to dinner."

The hand stops in mid-swipe as the comment I threw out haphazardly sinks into Ken's train of thought. "What?"

I know his eyes are bulging out and I don't even have to turn and look at him. I skip on ahead as a huge smile forms on my face. "I invited him over for dinner." I stop in front of the elevator and wait patiently for Ken to catch up. It doesn't take him long. He's at my side in moments and staring at me like I've got three heads. "Why are you looking at me like that? Do I have three heads or something?" For added effect I reach out and straightened my hair, searching for other heads I didn't know about.

"You should have asked me."

"I didn't think you'd mind. After all the gazing into this eyes and drool on your face."

He squawks. I double over in laughter. He rapidly pushes the up button for the elevator. I continue to laugh. The doors open and he rushed in, reaching over to quickly push the button to close the doors. "HEY!!!!" I reach forward but it's too late. I see him grinning at me, leaning against the back of the steel cage before the doors fully shut in my face. Needless to say, I take the stairs.

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Thank goodness he only lives on the fifth floor of a twenty-five story building. I knock rapidly on his door not looking at what I'm doing. Before I can stop myself I'm knocking on his chest as he smiles down at me.

"No wonder there was no sound coming out." I mention offhandedly.

"Smart." he comments, and I hiss at him in reply as I walk past him. He closes the door behind me before making his way over to the kitchen. I plop myself down on one of the bar stools and watched through the opening as Ken chops and prepares the vegetables.

He has one of those apartments that people would kill to have as their own. A true 'bachelor's pad'. His kitchen is a good size in comparison to the apartment itself. There is an open counter between the dining area and the kitchen. There's a huge window in every room and almost sheer, navy blue curtains hang in front of each of them. There are tons of pictures all strategically placed around. His furniture is modern and stylish in it's own way. Who knew real leather couches would cost an arm and a leg? Everyone but us apparently.

His bedroom is pretty much decorated in the same manner. That's the only room with solid, opaque curtains hiding the sun away so it doesn't wake him up too early. If you're wondering, the bathroom has that wavy glass in the windows and shower door to obscure the view. Smart, yes? Very.

I don't even realize that I've zoned out till the door bell chimes. "I wonder who that could be?" I giggle and run quickly to the door. I open it and smile at the handsome man standing out in the hallway. "Hi Ran. You changed. Looking good." I smile again and watch in amusement as those cheeks become tinted with pink. "Silly me. Come in, come in. KenKen! Ran's here."

"I can see perfect-ly…well…"

"Good. I'm going to set the table now." I skip my way over to the cupboards and get out what I need. I listen intently to their chit chat. I know I shouldn't but I can't help myself.

"Hello again." There is a slight pause and then Ken finally comes back to us.

"Oh, please come in. Have a seat. I'm almost done."

"That smells wonderful." Ran pauses and Ken waites as I continue to set the plates. "Salmon with a lime sauce?[4]"

"Yeah…" It sounds like Ken sighs that reply. I know that voice. It's the dreamy voice!! I giggled to myself as I place the last plate down and then return to the kitchen for the silverware.

The two can't stop glancing at each other. Dinner only started five minutes ago and already it looks like they're ready for dessert. A delirious giggle rings loudly in my mind. There must be that stupid smile on my face because now both of them are looking at me and not at each other. I definitely know how to ruin the moment. "What's wrong with you? You seem to be in a daze."

"I am. Just thinking that's all." If only Ken would believe me. I shrug in reply after he lifts one dark eyebrow. "So what were you guys talking about before I drifted off?"

"Ken was just asking me about your work and such."

"I see."

"Continue please."

I watch in silence with a carefully constructed expressionless face as the two exchanged information about me of all people. Ken has to bring up that time I left the house with a towel wrapped around my head. I totally forgot about that and now I never will forget ever again. Then Ran tells him about the time I tripped face first in front of this cute patient I was admiring from afar. I want to ring both their necks.

I sneak a glance at Ken and can see the sparkle in his eyes. He's going to tell him about that time my dress got ripped during my school play. Definitely time to change the subject.

"Ne, Ran why don't you ask Ken about what he does."

"Sure." I can hear the suspicion in his voice. "So tell me Ken. What do you do?"

"I'm a part time soccer coach and a full time university student."

"Tell him about the scholarship you won."

"I won an academic scholarship from Toronto U."

"That's great." Ran replies, admiration making his voice stronger.

"Well, time for dessert." I giggle to myself while I gather their plates. "You entertain Ran while I get everything ready."

It's like they forgot about me. I sit there for a full fifteen minutes after placing the blueberry pie on the table and watch the two interact. I glance from one bishounen to the other. Even the smell of fresh blueberry pie can't pull them back to the here and now.

Silently I watch and make mental notes about their behaviour. They laugh and smile together. It's very charming. Almost makes me want to get a boyfriend. Almost. I've got to get them together first. I've got plenty of time for myself. An evil smirk pushes through to the surface and I can't hide it. This is going to be soo much fun.

T.B.C…

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[1] My God brother says that all the time…"Your ass is grass." I couldn't help myself.

[2] Disgusting joke brought to you by me…heard it from a friend and can't stop tellin' it. *L*

[3] A nick name Marty came up for me. What better name to use.

[4] Yuko-chan made this for my friends and I once. I loved it. It was good and soo easy to make too. ^__^ Very good smell too. *giggles*

Disclaimer: I certainly DO NOT own the Weiß boys. Tis only a dream. *sighs wishfully* One day…when and if I win the lotto…and make it big as a star…and become a web designer genius…and if I'm just that lucky…I'll have them. Maybe. I'll still have to fight those rabid fangirls.

Yaoke: Who thought that sucked?

*everyone raises their hand*

Yaoke: -_- All of you didn't have to agree.

*one hand goes down*

Yaoke: -_-;; That's good to know.

Ken: Maybe you should stop while you're ahead. *pats Yaoke*

Ran: *whispers to Ken* Don't encourage her.

Yaoke: Thanks Ken. *huggles Ken* And Ran? Just for that remark, no lemon for you. ^______^

Ran: Who are YOU really depriving here? O_o

Yaoke: YOU!!!! *shoulders slump* I hate making empty threats. Gomen ne Ran. *huggles Ran*

*Yaoke pushes Ran and Ken together*

*Ran and Ken embrace each other*

Yaoke: Awww!!!! ^__^

*Ran and Ken start kissing and groping*

Yaoke: O_O *leers at pair* Well…isn't this great? *leers some more* ^_____________^

*giant bush falls from sky and onto the pair*

Yaoke: O____________________________O What the ----????

Movie Guy: Due to young viewers, censorship was necessary.

Yaoke: Really? o_O

Movie Guy: And you're ratings aren't that great either. We needed something to make the viewers come back for more. *shrugs*

Yaoke: -_-;;;; Review please. *points to Review button*