Baby Bunnies and Tiger Cubs
Chapter I
"Broadcasting Live! In three, two, one, go!"
"Welcome back viewers to Hero TV! Today, we're hot on pursuit of two criminals that have just robbed a jewelry store and are on the run with millions of dollars worth of gems!" The announcer shouted into the microphone as the two robbers were shown onscreen, running down the busy streets of Sternbild, clearly armed.
"It seemed that the criminals have quite the head start." The other announcer said. "I wonder who will be the first one to show up?" He added, reffering to the city's protectors. As if on cue, a large gust of wind consumed the streets, knocking one of the thieves clean off of his feet.
"Oh! It looks like Sky High is first on the scene!" Shouted the man behind the mic enthusiastically as a board appeared infront of the waving Hero, rewarding him with 100 points for being the first to show along with an extra 50 for tripping one of the crooks. Down below, the citizens watched the sky fighter with admiring eyes, shouting words of praise and encouragement to one of their beloved heroes.
"Thank you everybody, and, thanks again!" Sky High said, accepting the praise gratefully. He dived down from his perch in the sky to grab the roober he had incompacitated, not noticing as the other used this as a chance to get away, leaving his partner in crim behind. Another 200 points was awarded to him as he watched the second thief crawl away with the bag of goods. Just as he was about to leap into action once more, he hesitated, a grin forming on his lips instead. "It wouldn't be fair if I got all the credit." He said turning towards another hero that had arrived. Or rather, to the other two heroes that had arrived.
"Only one to share between the two of us? Seems a little boring." The man in the white and green mecca said. "Ne, Bunny?" The thief stared at the duo in absolute horror, the gun trembling in his gloved hand.
"Too easy." Was all his partner said.
With no other choice, the thief took off and fled into the road, hijacking the first car he managed to get his hands on. The two partners grinned at one another.
"I'll let you go first." Barnaby said, motioning with his hand courteously at the other man.
"Alright," Tiger cracked his knuckles into his metal clad palm before charging after the thief. A blue aura surrounded him as he activated his Hundred-Powers. With his hightened abilities, it took the hero no time at all to catch up with the speeding get away vehicle.
Refusing to be captured without a fight, the man in the stolen car pressed on the gas as hard as he could. Kotetsu chuckled at the feeble attempt to out run him as he jumped high in the air and landed infront of the sleek, black car. The thief let out a terrified screech as the armored man dug his fingers into the hood, denting the metal as easily as a hot knife through butter. Wild Tiger lifted the car with his magnified strength, grinning as the fiend was helpless to escape.
All of a sudden, he began to crippled under the machine as the weight of the car tripled. He just now noticed the flashing red in the corner of his sight that read Time Out.
"Sh...shit..." Kotetsu groaned out as his human body tried to withstand the full weight of the car only to fail and have the vehicle topple on top of him.
"Kotetsu!" Barnaby cried out, not having expected this turn of events as he rushed to his partner's aid. He easily lifted the car off of the body beneath it and tossed it aside. The suit sported a few scratches, but nothing major and Barnaby hoped that the flesh inside was in a similar state.
He leaned down to cradle the older man in his arms, his helmet;s face screen reeling up to reveal concerned eyes framed by golden locks. "Kotetsu...?" He asked hushedly.
A pained moan sounded from the suit and Kotetsu lifted his own guard, revealing a cheeky grin. "Guess I lost track of time."
Barnaby let out a sigh. "Idiot..." He huffed out, his voice holding a sence of relief as he pressed his forehead against the cool steel of his partner's armored shoulder.
During this heartfelt moment, the robber crawled out of the totaled car, ready to use this as a chance to make an escape. Just as he was about to make a run for it. a long, boot clad heel stepped in front of his face. He looked up and saw the icy woman in front of him.
"My ice is a little cold," She stared, reaching a hand towars the holsters by her upper thighs to pull out two ice guns. "but your crime has been put completely on hold!"
A final score board appeared, Blue Rose gaining 500 points for her stylish arrest.
Back at the Hero TV Broadcasting, the team was indulging in refreshing drinks as they watched the highlights of the day on the enormous television screen like after all successful arrests.
"Congratulations heroes, for another hit." Agnes praised the crime fighters, reaching up her glass in the air in a toasting manner. "Ratings were off the charts once again. As for you two..." Her tone turned bitter as she turned to Kotetsu and Barnaby, her hand grabbing for the remote and freeze framing at a particular scene. Both men's faces flushed a light pink.
"While your little shows of romance and affectionate concern boost our ratings, they could potentionally ruin Hero TV's reputation and marketing income!"
There was truth in her statement. If the fans, especially the women, found out Barnaby was taken, by a memeber of the same team no less, purchases on merchandise for the woman targetted public would surely crash.
Kotetsu seemed like he was about to say something but his partner cut him off.
"We are both very sorry Miss Agnes. We will be more careful to make sure our relationship stays a secret from now on." Barnaby apologized, bowing forward slightly.
Miss Agnes frowned, the blush on her face evidence that the blond's charm had managed to get them out of trouble once again. She dismissed them with a wave of her hand, turning to the half empty glass of champagne and chugging it.
"Nice, Bunny! You sure saved us from being in a lot of trouble." Kotetsu praised his partner, giving him a hard slap on the back, knocking his glasses a little out of place.
"It was nothing a little charm and a polite tone couldn't fix, you should try it sometime old man." The blond quipped, earning a hearty chuckle from his older counterpart. "Besides, what kind of a boyfriend would I be if I let you get on probation before taking time off to go visit your daughter."
"A pretty bad one I suppose." Kotetsu responded with chagrin.
"So, is Kaede excited that you're coming?" Barnaby asked as the two men made there way back to his apartment, the more permanent residence for the two.
"Hardly. She still thinks I'm gonna cancel last minute." The brunet frowned.
"Well, you have to admit, when was the last time you actually saw her when you promised?"
"Don't use that tone on me, Bunny! You know how hard it is to be a Hero. I have to be a father on top of that. I'd like to go see my kid, but the city's safety is also important. Besides, even though she doesn't show it, Kaede understands." Kotetsu defended.
Barnaby gave a quiet chuckle, shoving the key into the lock of his suite door. "Don't worry, I'll make sure you see her this time." He promised, taking Kotetsu's hand and guided him into their home.
Kotetsu smiled and leaned his head over to place a quick yet meaningful kiss his lover's lips. "You're the best, bunny."
A/N: Ok! THe first chapter of my newest brain child! Speaking of brain child...nah, I won't ruin the surprise for people who don't read the whole summary (i.e, ME lol) Hopefully I can update often enough, please leave reviews and comments or any suggestions on what you'd like to see in here would be gladly accepted ^^ Till next time!
