Just a series of one-shots centered around Fai and Kurogane's life after they settle down in Nihon. Some of these are from prompts from my tumblr, which you can follow at mythicalheartbeat or my writing blog at mhbwrites. If there's anything you'd like to see happen in this series, always feel free to send me a prompt. They're not going to be in any particular order, so I do hope you enjoy.
-kf-
Fai hummed softly, kneeling on a pillow in the open doorway leading out to the tiny courtyard to Kurogane's room, running a brush through his hair. It's been about a month since they've settled down in Nihon, and this was the first day that they've had where they were both able to just sit and relax. Well, Kurogane has been running around, on Tomoyo's orders, helping Souma with training new recruits and then doing his patrols around the castle. He'd have to talk to her about keeping him so busy, but that'll be something for the morning.
There was a steady sound of whetstone on blade as Kurogane resharpened his blade, the sound mixing with the sounds of birds twittering outside. It was a rather peaceful evening, the sun beginning to set and the distant chatter of servants walking down the hall. Fai loved evenings like this, having nothing exciting going on, or with danger constantly lurking over their shoulders. As much as he had enjoyed their travels, it was rather freeing to be able to settle down like this.
His eyes tracked a group of birds flying by, probably to get away from the rain he could see moving in. Might be a good idea. Ever since he had lost his arm, Kurogane tended to have pain in the joint where flesh met metal, even if he'd never say anything about it. Maybe he could offer a massage.. No, he'd have to get a few drinks in him before he'd agree to that. He'll have to work on that later as well.
"You're awful quiet. Something on you mind?"
Kurogane's voice cut through Fai's thoughts, and he paused in brushing his hair, lowering it as he turned to look at the man. He was sliding his sword back into the sheath, and leaning it up against the wall. He had stood up and was moving to finish getting ready for bed, wanting to get an early night because he had to get up early.
"Not much. Just thinking about whether or not I should cut my hair." Fai said lightly, standing from his pillow and moving to put the brush back on the dresser where it goes. His hair was down around his shoulder blades now, and while he didn't really mind the length, it was going to be getting hot soon (so he's been told) and he wasn't sure if he wanted to deal with it in the heat.
"Do what you want with it. Doesn't matter to me." Kurogane was rolling out his futon, settling down under the blanket. Fai knew he didn't care what his hair looked like, but he also knew that he preferred it long. Maybe he wouldn't cut it... Wasn't like he couldn't just pull it up off his neck anyway.
Fai took the time to shut the outside door to keep the rain out before moving over to the futon and cuddling up to the other man. An arm curled up around his waist, fingers smoothing down the hair on his back before stilling.
Silence descended upon them as Kurogane drifted off to sleep, Fai just laying awake, listening to the sound of rainfall. It really was so peaceful here. Never in his long life had he ever imagined that he'd find something like this for himself. He was in a place where he was welcomed, even if he did receive odd looks every now and again, and he had someone who loved him to spend his days with.
Kurogane loved him... That was still a thought that he struggled to wrap his mind around, but he did. He said it rather clear and to the point when asking Fai to come stay with him, but he had yet to return the sentiment.
Why was that? What did he feel for the man? Warmth filled him at just thinking of him, and he felt so safe and content lying here with him. When he thought about the future now, they were always side by side. He enjoyed all the time they spent together, and it never felt overpowering of suffocating. Was that what love was? Yes... He was in love.
He glanced up to make sure Kurogane was still sleeping, not sure if he could get the words out if he was awake, but knowing he had to get them out in case he talked himself into just keeping it bottled up inside. "Kuro-sama?" he kept his voice quiet, still a little cautious. There was no response, so he took it as a good sign. "I love you..."
"Love you too, idiot." Kurogane didn't even open his eyes, for which Fai was grateful. He couldn't see the embarrassed flush that crossed his face. He tried to move away, to flee, but the arm around his waist just tightened, keeping him pressed against the strong body. "Go to sleep."
Fai let out a little huff, a smile tugging at his lips as he settled back down. That was easier than he thought it would be. Really, what had he been scared of? His eyes slid shut, a pleased hum slipping as he started to drift off to sleep. He really was happy he had met this man.
