Okay, so basically this is a Ranulf Skrimir fanfic. This'll be my first one ever written. I thought it would be nice to make one. My friends encouraged (more like forced) me to write one since I'm always reading yaoi, so I guess here it is. Hope you enjoy it! (^/////^)

Pairings: Skrimir and Ranulf

Disclaimers: Meh, never heard of em, so I don't need to say much (NOT my characters. From Fire Emblem)

Warnings: Ummmmm Doesn't the story say it all? YAOI! Two guys having some fun! ;D

Chapter 1: Always Noticed

It's the middle of spring on a sunny afternoon Skrimir and Ranulf are called over for a small battle reunion to get in some training, but to have a little vacation time as well. It's not like Skrimir to take a vacation, but of course he had to come for the joy of the dangerous working out.

"Come on Ranulf! Your getting slower by the minute!" Skrimir yelled. "The little strategist and Ike are waiting for us back at Oliver's mansion. I don't want to be late for anything!"

"You mean Soren? Heh . . . You seem to have taken a wide interest in him it seems" Ranulf responded as he was heavily panting from exhaustion as he was climbing the large, rugged mountain.

The two continued up the enormous, treacherous mountain walking at a slow pace to preserve energy for the rest of their long journey. Hours and hours had passed as the two laguz continued over and around to the other side of the huge rock formation. It was now late in the evening as the beautiful, onyx colored sky sparkled with radiant white crystals in every direction. Everything was silent near and far, so quiet that every footstep taken could be heard.

"Let's go. . . .Ranulf. We're . . . almost . . . there." Skrimir said panting deeply, barely able to get out his few words.

Ranulf stopped to catch a quick breath.

"Skrimir, if we continue on any longer, then we'll probably die from exhaustion out here. There should be a cave just up ahead of us. We can rest there for the night and head out in the morning" Ranulf quickly stated.

Skrimir wasn't all too keen about the idea, but Ranulf always made good points about their situations, so he thought it was best to comply and the two headed off into the cave for the night. After settling down from hunting for wood and sticks, they finally settled down comfortably in their own separate spots. Ranulf lay quietly near the fire to stay warm while Skrimir had sat up against the wall staring at the evening sky. The blue-haired laguz shifted his eyes from the fire to Skrimir.

"You should probably get some sleep if you want to head out early dawn tomorrow." The blue-haired cat said in a low toned voice. "The mansion is not too far off now."

"I know that" the red –haired lion responded. "I just have many things on my mind at the moment."

"What?! Skrimir fights AND thinks? Who knew! " Ranulf sarcastically said as he laughed.

"Shut the hell up!" the lion roared with anger, though he was smiling on the inside.

"Okay, okay! Sorry, sorry!" the blue-haired cat pleaded. "Well, good night Skrimir"

"G' night" the lion quickly responded.

Ranulf closed his eyes and had soon fallen asleep. Skrimir sat up against the wall staring at the peaceful blue-haired laguz. His sharp, keen hearing could hear the melodious flow of Ranulf's calm inhales and exhales. The red-haired lion couldn't help but to observe every inch of the resting body in front of him. His smooth-looking, peach-colored skin tanned to a perfect degree, his beautiful face glowing by the fire, his muscular figure, the sparkling lightly blue shaded hair shining in the dark, and how adorable it was to see him curled up like a cute kitten. The aromas of sweat intoxicated Skrimir with endless thoughts of pleasure and desire. He was aroused by the circling atmosphere that was screaming with temptation, just begging him to feel and touch every inch of Ranulf's body. He began to suddenly feel his pants get tighter and tighter with growing wild desires. He slowly stood up and started walking towards the blue-haired cat. He crouched down to get a closer view of the countenance, entranced by its beauty. He was just about to feel the warm face, but he then immediately backed away and quickly walked outside. Looking up at the silent, starry sky, the lion thought to himself about what had almost happened.

"What was I just about to do to him? I love him, but . . . should I be doing this? I want him, but does he want me as well? Will he love me as much as I love him? Will he . . . . . even accept me?"

Skrimir was confused and upset about what may, could have, or would've never happened. There were so many reactions for just one feeling it was almost frightening to him.

"Perhaps I shouldn't over think it. The more I do, then the more I worry" the red-haired lion thought to himself as he gently feel asleep on his buzzing thoughts.