They were going to remain best friends even through college. Haru, Makoto, Rei, Nagisa, Rin, and even Nitori. How they ended up sharing dorm rooms with each other, who knows.

"Haru, we are in the same room!" Makoto glanced down for the millionth time at the paper clutched in his hand, excited like a puppy, reading his name next to Haruka's.

Haru didn't reply, but instead pursed his lips. If he cracked a smile now, he was sure Makoto would kill over from exhilaration. How can one man hold that much enthusiasm inside? Haru sighed, already exhausted by just being near his childhood friend.

Nagisa bounced up to the pair. "You guys! Me and Rei are sharing a room! Can you believe how lucky?"

"Rei and I. Nagisa, grammar is important if you wish to further your education." Rei scorned the overly bubbly guy next to him.

"Really? That is lucky. Haru and I are sharing a room too." Makoto replied.

"This is too weird of a coincidence."

The four turned to see who the voice belonged to. Rin and Nitori came into view.

"Yea, we share the same room as well." Nitori smiled up at Rin.

"This is going to be so much fun!" Exclaimed the little blonde.

"Nagisa, I feel as though you have some mischievous thought in that air head of yours.." said Rei, looking nervously at the smaller boy bouncing up and down.

Instead of replying, Nagisa showed his best devilish grin. The same grin that usually sends Rei into a panic.

"Um, let's go check out the grounds, Haru." Makoto pulled Haru away before they could witness Rei in hysteria.

Haru and Makoto continued walking down the sidewalk until a three story brick building came into view. The dorm building had a whimsical look to it, between the vines running up the side and the full rose bushes planted around the entrance. As beautiful as it was, the boys couldn't wait to see the pool. The indoor pool was a short five minute walk from the dorms. It was near the other sports buildings and connected to the green house. Makoto pushed open the glass door to the pool, holding it for Haru. Upon entering, they could feel the slighty heated air. It was just warm enough to cause the air around them to become thick. It felt as though they didn't have air-condition turned on and let the sun shine through the many skylights in the roof, heating the large open space. The large glass walls on the backside of the room didn't help block out the sun's heat either.

"Haru, should we come back later to test it out?" Makoto asked, looking next to him where Haru had been standing mere seconds ago. He looked back towards the sparkling blue water and found the boy in question, already stripped down to his swim wear.

"Sure. We can come back later too." Haru said in a monotone voice.

Makoto sighed. "I meant that we not swim now. Come on Haruka. Let's go to the room."

Haru glared at Makoto. "Don't call me that."

Instead of replying to that, Makoto walked over and grabbed his friend by the hand, tugging him slightly. Haru reluctantly allowed himself to be dragged alone. His heart pounded slightly faster than usual. He could feel the warmth seeping from Makoto's hand and into his own. Has Makoto always had such strong hands? Haru shook his head to get rid of the odd thoughts bombarding his mind. Makoto was having similar problems, thinking of how gentle and delicate the hand he was holding onto felt.

The two walked back to the dorms, not willing to let go of the other's hand. They saw a certain red head strolling towards them. Rin looked questioningly at the pair of hands clasped between his two friends. He felt anger swirl in his chest.

"Haru, have you already checked out the pool?" Rin was trying to keep the anger out of his voice.

"Yes."

"Oh, well I was going to see if you wanted to take a quick swim with me. I guess not." Rin looked down at his feet so the other wouldn't see the disappointment in his eyes.

His head shot up when he felt a soft hand wrap around his wrist.

"I thought we were going to check out our room? We still need to unpack." Makoto said, looking accusingly at the red head.

"Later. It won't take me long to unpack. I'll be back soon." Haru tugged Rin, who was trying to calm his heart.

As soon as the door to the pool opened, Haru was already in the water. Rin quickly followed after him, stripping as he walked. The water felt cool, despite the air around them being so warm. Rin swam a couple laps, while Haru floated quietly on his back. The two swam in peace, neither having to say a word. They were content with the sweet silence. Rin eventually decided to float on his back as well. They floated for what seemed like hours. Both of them listening to the other's soft breathing. Haru stared up into the sky through one of the skylights. In the corner of his eye, he saw Rin drifting near him. Their arms grazed against each other's. Haru's breathing hitched.

Makoto was not happy at seeing the two boys that close in the pool. What does Haru think he's doing? Doesn't he remember the fight he had with Rin just last week? Before he could get too worked up, Nagisa and Rei came bounding past him, making him lose his train of thought. The two in the pool jolted upright, as if getting caught during some lewd act.

"Rei, let's jump in together!" The blondie sprang up onto the taller one's back. Hoping he wouldn't try shoving him off.. again.

"Nagisa, you're going to make me-!"

Rei lost his footing and went sideways into the pool with Nagisa still wrapped around him. Makoto and Rin started laughing and Haru had the slightest crook in his lips.

Rei's head of black hair came bobbing up from the water. "Damn it! Why must you always do this!"

"Sorry. Shall I kiss it better?" The smaller one glanced up at the toned guy next to him with his best smoldering look.

Flustered, the bigger guy became tomato red. "I didn't get hurt." He sputtered.

"Well, I stubbed my toe. It hurts. So can I get a kiss?"

"Nagisa! Stop being ridiculous." Rei's heart was pounding so loud in his ears. He could feel the bulge grow in his swim shorts. He looked away from those adorable big eyes in an attempt to calm his body.

Makoto stopped watching the two's little interaction when he spotted Rei's..urm.. you know. He turned his attention to Haru. As if feeling his stare, Haru turned and those big blue orbs bore into Makoto. Both of them blushed. Makoto knew Haru wouldn't look away first, but he was so captivated by how bright his friends eyes shone, and oh my, his lips look so soft. Are they as soft as they look? Shit. Makoto could feel his own little friend grow. He has to get his mind off of the dirty thoughts of his best friend. He... he watched as Haru's blush deepened and spread to his ears. Oh fuck. Haru saw, didn't he?

Rei was trying to focus on anything but the cute little blonde in front of him. Because of that, he noticed. He watched as his two pals eyed each other down and become red faced. To his surprise, his also witnessed the bulges in both of their shorts.

"Nagisa, be quiet for one second." Rei whispered into the blonde's ear.

Nagisa immediately stopped bouncing, and it wasn't because of this command. Rei's breath was so warm against his ear. "What is it?" He looked up questioningly.

"Look at Haru and Makoto."

Blondie glanced over to the two in question. His eyes widened. "How long has this been happening?"

"Who knows. I knew they were close, but..."

"Rei, should we ask them?"

He pushed his glasses up higher on the bridge of his nose. 'Not yet. Let's just keep watch of them."

During everyone's private exchanges, none of them notice the pissed off red head sulk off. Rin could feel the anger boiling his blood. Why the fuck did Haru look at Makoto like that?! Does Haru really like Makoto like that? He finally started thinking Haru might like him, not Makoto! Maybe this means he needs to make his move.. and quick.

Haru and Makoto were unpacking, both trying not to think back to that embarrassing moment. Did the other notice the boner? They both cringed simultaneously. How would their friendship be if they knew about each other's feelings?

"Which bed would you rather have?" Makoto asked.

"You can have the one closest to the window. You would like it much better since it'll give off some light at night." Haru knew how afraid his friend is of the dark.

"Haru..." Makoto started to ask something, recalling the scene of Haru and Rin side by side in the pool.

"Yea?"

"Nevermind." Makoto chickened out.

Haru glanced over to his friend. Makoto has never had issues asking a question before. He seems flustered. "Is everything okay?"

Haru watched Makoto turn a bright red. "Yea. I'm fine."

Why is Makoto lying to him? He just stared at him. Makoto gulped, feeling those blue eyes boring into his back. "Just tell me Makoto."

Oh man. Is he really about to ask the stupid question? Makoto felt his mouth moving before he could stop it. "Do you like Rin?"

The black haired boy froze. 'Why?"

"Why?" Why didn't he say no. "I guess I was just curious."

"But..why be curious in the first place.."

Makoto looked over to him. His stomach rolled when he saw Haru was flushed and breathing more heavily than before. So he does like Rin, huh? Well, he'll just have to make a move on Haru before Rin does.

"Never mind about it. It was a silly questi-" Makoto jerked his head up at the sound of thunder and threw himself into his bed. He pulled the covers up over his face, thinking if he hides then the thunder won't find him.

Haru sighed. "Want me to sleep with you tonight? It is suppose to storm all night."

Makoto's heart skipped a beat. "Yes please," he whispered.

Haru slid into the bed that his friend resided in. He could feel the warmth of Makoto. He turned his face towards his friend to make sure he was okay, but froze up when his blue eyes made contact with the brilliant green eyes in front of him. Sweet warm breath fanned over his face. He could hear his heart in his ears. Makoto is an attractive man. More so up close. Haru felt Makoto's body shift closer to his. Those strong arms wrapped around Haru, pulling him tight against a strong chest. He feels so small when he is nuzzled into Makoto like this, but he doesn't care. It feels nice. It makes him forget about Rin...

MEANWHILE

"Nagisa, I know you're not afraid of storms. Get in your own bed." Rei glanced down at the blonde head snuggled to his chest.

"I'm already asleep," muttered the smaller one.

Rei couldn't resist it. His heart was melting, for the hundredth time that day, over this sweet boy he loved so much. "Just this once." He whispered softly into Nagisa's ear and gently pressed his lips against the forehead covered in a blonde halo. If only he could get the courage to tell him how he felt.. One day soon..he will.