Anime/Manga: GRAVITATION

Title: I Cry

Characters: Shuichi and Eiri, slight Hiro x Eiri

Summary: Yuki made Shuichi leave by cheating on him with Hiro. When Shuichi finally accepted his defeat and turned his back and walked away, why did tears fall from Eiri's eyes?

DISCLAIMER: Gravitation is all owned by Ms. Maki Murakami, story and characters included. I just used them for some slight drama. Don't worry, Yuki and Hiro fans out there, I'm not breaking them up here, hehe ^_^V

AN: This is a story based from Shayne Ward's I Cry song.

WARNING: YAOI! Boy's Love so if you're not into men loving men, then please don't read. Don't forget to leave reviews and message me. :3 Love to hear what reader's think.

I Cry

You said goodbye, I fell apart

I fell from all we had

To I never knew, I needed you so bad

"Shu..." Eiri couldn't even begin to find the words to say to the pink-haired singer who was busy packing up. Eiri just watched him as he went around the place with all familiarity, hastily picking up his things around the apartment, passing by him in silence. After pulling another an all nighter finishing his next novel, Eiri had no clue what day it was except for one.

It is the morning Shuichi decided he was moving out of the apartment, and out of Eiri's life. And they never even had a chance to talk about anything, feeling it was unnecessary. And the kid didn't press himself too much about it.

"Yes, Yuki?" The singer replied coldly without giving him a glance. He was finished with his luggage and now started to give his attention to the boxes which is being filled up with his important stuffs.

"I-I'm sorry." Why was he asking this brat's forgiveness? When did he start to care about his feelings? He didn't tell him about his affair with the idiot's best friend, Hiro, if he didn't want him hurt and out of his life. He didn't once love the kid, though he did care a long time ago.

Shuichi's shoulders slumped. "Please, don't even start asking forgiveness now. It's too late for you to say that at this time." There was a hint of sarcasm and hate in Shu's voice, which made Eiri flinched for a bit. "If you're going to be sorry, you should have not done it then."

Eiri maintained his cool and returned to his uncaring nature. "You're right, brat. Why did I bother asking for forgiveness anyway?"

Shuichi turned and gave him a smile. A smile that never reached his beautiful eyes. A fake smile that will forever haunt Eiri. "That's right, Yuki. Just stay that way. So that you won't make it any harder for me."

Eiri sat at the couch and dragged a cigarette out of his pocket. He silently eyed Shuichi while the kid was hopping from room to room, might be checking if he still has some things left. Shu went to the kitchen last, taking with him his favorite strawberry printed mug, and went back straight to the bedroom where his boxes are. Watching Shu, Eiri felt something was wrong with him. He felt really unusual, a feeling that he can't recognize.

Suddenly, there was a knock on the door. Eiri remained seated, he was not interested to open his door for anyone at this hour. The doorbell rang for seconds, indicating that whoever was out the door is being impatient. Shuichi peered through the bedroom door and glared at him. "Yuki, why don't you be nice to me for the last time and open it for me? The noise is becoming annoying."

Eiri furrowed his brows in confusion. When did this kid become foul-mouthed?

From the moment you cheated and betrayed on him, a voice rang through Eiri's mind. He sluggishly stood up from the couch and went towards the door. He violently opened it and find that it was the movers Shu called. He let them in anyway.

"Brat, the movers are here." He called out to Shu.

The movers were fast to collect Shuichi's things, luggages and all, out of his door. Shuichi went out last, his backpack securely slung on his shoulder blades, after checking that there was nothing forgotten to come back to. But before he got out of the door, Shuichi stared at Eiri for one last time.

"Well, I hope you have a good life."

Eiri smirked. "I am sure that Hiro would be providing me that life, brat." Nice one, Eiri. Why do you have to say that at this moment? The blonde author thought. But he was still in awe how the brat could still say those words to him when he just betrayed him? He would have never mind if Shuichi hated him enough to curse the world.

Shuichi smiled sadly. "I know, and I am glad that even if you didn't love me, at least it was Hiro you fell in love with. I can be sure you're taken care of. Hiro's good at that. Taking care of people."

Eiri felt guilty. How can Shuichi be like this? Why doesn't he get angry? Why does he always say the most strangest things? How can he still remain sweet and innocent? But if Shuichi won't go, he can't have a life with Hiro. He's been asking this for a long time now, to the point that he could have been the one to leave the brat.

Eiri raised a brow. "Oh? You're glad now?"

Shuichi's expression didn't hide his pain. "If I get angry, will that change anything and everything?"

The novelist was shocked at that brief but hurtful reply from Shu. "No, I still would choose him even if you throw a fit, brat."

Shuichi's eyes looked away from him, clutching in his grasp the strap of his backpack. "Then, that pretty settle much everything. I can't be Hiro, that's why you can't choose me."

Silence.

The pink-haired singer offered his lithe hand. "Thank you for the times you've shared with me. I won't forget those, both bad and good ones."

Eiri reluctantly accepted Shu's hands. "Yeah. I know you won't be able to forget me. You love me too much." He smirked back at Shuichi. He know there was truth with what he just told the brat.

That comment made Shuichi laugh. "Such overconfidence, Yuki." After the brief handshake, Shuichi took a deep breath. Their eyes met for a moment. And then Shuichi moved closer and before Eiri knew it, he was locked in a tight grip.

"I will be missing you so much, Yuki... Please let me hold you like this, just for a minute." Shuichi said with so much sadness that made Eiri unconsciously wrapped his arms around the singer's small waist. "Hold me for just one last time..."

"Brat." Eiri heard little sobs escaping from the singer. He can tell he was starting to cry once again. Even in the last moment, all he did was make Shuichi cry. He didn't give a damn about it before, but there was something tugging at his heart for Shu. Eiri was so sure he won't be missing the brat, but he's not doubting his decisions now right?

Shuichi broke the embrace and without warning, locked his lips with Eiri. Eiri was caught offguard but decided to give in, after all it will be the LAST TIME. They stayed that way for another minute, kissing like the first time since their meeting, passionately exploring each other's mouth. Shu was the first one who broke the kiss, his flushed face covered with tears.

"Thank you for the memories, Yuki. No... maybe I'd be able to say your name properly right now. You'll let me, right? I will regret it later if I don't say it."

Eiri didn't reply but waited for whatever Shu has left to say. But Shu just reached for his face and caressed it with his familiar gentleness, the touch of love. "Goodbye, Eiri... and I love you." Shuichi held his hand, kissed it and slowly let go.

Before Eiri could say anything, Shuichi turned his back already and walked hurriedly towards the elevator. Eiri took in the last sight of Shuichi near him, his heart now aching.

"Shuichi..."

And when Shuichi was gone out of his sight, Eiri let himself drop to the floor, tears starting to flow uncontrollably in his almond eyes. Tears of happiness, right?

His wish just came true.

He's free.

AN2: How about reviews? I'd love to hear what you think, too! Aw, it hurts when someone says goodbye. I edited this chapter for more. I don't think just simple sentences suffice for me :3