Shadow Fell

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The boyish figure, standing behind the railing, watching his every move on the court.

The slightly flushed face, that he had had to tilt his head up a bit to look at, stammering shy words while turning away.

The determined eyes, that had followed him with idolization since their childhood, glowing indignantly at his teasing display of affection.

The genuine respect, even as he was being yelled at; the innocent love of a brother he never lost all along.

The ignorance he wished to protect, even as himself had one foot already in the mud, half a step beyond the permitted grounds.

"...Help me forget?" he murmured.

Quietly, Tezuka's arms wrapped around him.

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Author Notes:

Thanks to Angel_of_Godess, melanittt and Amona for reviewing "Reason", if you're reading this. ^_^ That was meant to be a one-shot drabble, so I don't have any continuation planned. But I may write more fics along that line in the future, when ideas occur to me and while I'm still obsessed with Fuji as I am now. ^^; Thanks again for the support! ^_^