As the hush of night once again settled itself over Cross Academy, the last drops of sunlight trickled behind the hills in the distance, revealing once again, a different world in which hidden dangers lurked in every shadow. The night of the vampires.

A figure slowly came into focus as he approached one of the dorms of the day class students. Eager for another taste of Yuki's blood, it was Aidou who approached the building. His plan had been to secretly follow Yuki here, hoping to be able to get her alone for another quick bite but, unsure about who else to find inside, he was tentative about entering. His eye sight was far superior to hers at night so he figured waiting in the dark would improve his chances of a midnight feast. He silently slipped back behind some nearby trees and lay in wait for her return.

It wasn't long before the door to the dorm once again opened, but it was not Yuki he found exiting the building. It was Zero. He grunted, agitated about his plan being ruined but kept his eyes focused intensely on Zero as he watched him scan the surroundings for danger. Zero's eyes came to a rest on the tree, behind which Aidou was hiding. As he lifted his gaze slightly, Aidou's heart skipped a beat as he noticed Zero staring straight back into his eyes. It felt like hours waiting for the other to make the first move until Zero reluctantly began to make his way over to where Aidou stood slouched against the tree.

'What are you doing here vampire?' Zero asked gruffly as he came face to face with him.

'I…..I…..came to find you.' Aidou stammered. Repeating whatever first came into his head.

'Oh yeh? Why's that then?' Zero asked, his tone becoming less threatening as he became more curious.

Both became silent as their eyes met again, Zero searching him for answers.

'I heard rumours you have my name and pictures of me drawn in your school notebook.' Zero said, catching Aidou off guard.

Aidou paused on the edge of his sentence, Why did he want to know anyway?

He continued to stare blankly back into Zero's face, desperately trying to think of some way to get himself out of this situation. His captivating eyes kept him glued to the spot. He felt stuck, unable to avert his gaze from Zero. He began to feel uncomfortable and sweaty and his breathing deepened. No one could know how he truly felt about Zero. It was always supposed to stay a secret.

Zero leaned in closer to Aidou, his face only inches from his.

'I think it's cute.' He whispered as he smiled and gave Aidou a little wink.

'You do?' He asked, feeling his cheeks becoming increasingly hotter. He could feel Zero's steady breath on the nape of his neck.

'Yeh I do' Zero whispered again. He leaned in even closer and gently began to nibble on Aidou's neck.

Aidou stood there unable to move, confused about what was actually happening. Zero's arm snaked around Aidou's waist, pulling him closer to him, their bodies entwining. He began to relax his body into Zero's arms, feeling his every movement, his every breath, his every moan. His hand reached up and gently moved Zero's mouth away from his neck to face him.

'I've always loved you.' He whispered bringing Zero's mouth closer to his until their lips met. They were warm and soft and…wonderful.

'I've always loved you to.' Zero whispered back, their kiss becoming more passionate and lustful.

Zero finally broke the kiss and lifted his lips from Aidou's and twisted his head slightly, exposing his pale neck but keeping Aidou close to him.

'I know why you really came here tonight.' He whispered seductively.

'You do?' Aidou asked, surprised.

Zero stretched his neck out and leaned in closer to Aidou again.

'Here, have a bite…'