Chapter 1

He'd been shot. It hadn't meant much to Boma at the time. Other than the fact that it was Daisuke's older brother, he knew nothing about him, but he must have been close to Daisuke for the blonde to still be at the hospital even after three days. What was the harm on checking up on Daisuke anyway? He respected him for his great and seemingly natural talent as a fighter. He was an interesting guy, that was for sure, different from anyone else he'd encountered. It wasn't a stretch to say they could be friends but, Boma wasn't sure he would take it that far. He wasn't exactly one to so easily trust another.

Shun Aurora. That was the brother's name. Boma had over-heard a conversation once between Daisuke and the over seven foot tall android partner, J, who had been assigned to work with Daisuke as part of the City Safety Unit. Apparently his brother had worked himself into high places, becoming the General Manager of the City Safety Management Department. That certainly was an impressive feat. But then again, the Aurora brother's father was a politician before he died. From what Boma had heard, it had been an assassination, similar to what had now been attempted on Shun.

It was very late, but Boma had made up his mind. He weaved his way silently across the roof-tops of the slums, across the small bridge and into the higher class area of the large city in the South Region, towards Down Town. He moved quickly, and effortlessly, like a shadow as the cold wind fluttered his tattered cape behind him, blowing his long black bangs from his eyes. As the werewolf closed in on his destination, he dispensed his reflective chaff in order to make himself totally invisible. Stopping on top of a tall building across from the South Hospital, he deactivated his holo-mask in order to reveal his true face- that of a wolf, with long, flowing black fur. He had acquired it while undergoing extensive torture and scientific DNA modification experiments while imprisoned at Magnagalia, he was lucky to have escaped before they decided to transform his body as well. But rather than take the mutilation as a curse, he used it to his advantage. With his significantly heightened senses Boma sucked in the cold, city air through his nostrils, trying to locate Daisuke's where-abouts within the building in front of him. The werewolf could sense him, Daisuke was close, but his scent was further than Boma would have preferred. So he was obviously somewhere on the other side the building, around the mid-section. It wouldn't be too much trouble finding him, but it would be foolish to enter through a window too close to the Chief, no doubt security would be a lot trickier there. It would be impossible to just walk in the front door and ask where Shun was, Boma was an illegal after all…so he chose a different route.

Leaping off the roof he flew straight across the breach between the two buildings. Boma grabbed hold of the hinged edges of the windowsill, since the hospital didn't have any balconies. Making quite a loud thump as he hit the building, but knew anyone who was within ear-shot would simply pass it off as a bird. And with his chaff still in effect, no one could see him.

The streets of Judoh still alive as they always were, even at the late hour; the bustling sounds of the traffic, police sirens in the distance, car horns and people talking far below him under the soft glow of street lights. The wind blew strongly into his cape and ruffled his hair; it chilled his exposed arms and stomach. Boma drew in another deep breath; Daisuke was above him…he guessed about three floors higher. He prepared his grip and footing firmly on the building, before propelling himself up the full three stories. Oh yes, he definitely didn't mind the many advantages of having a genetically enhanced body, even the wolf head; as well as greatly enhancing his senses, it scared the crap out of everyone he'd ever faced with it, sometimes all it took was one look at his true form and he wouldn't have to bother with them at all. That was until; he faced Daisuke and J, who never hesitated to launch an attack. Truly a worthy challenge. That must have been when he first became interested in the pair.

Pressing his forehead to the glass, Boma peered into the dark room on the other side. Empty, from what he could tell, he sensed no movement. Closing his eyes he focused and concentrated the chaff around him, pressing forward he easily passed straight through the window to drop silently to the floor. The room was small, just an old storage room with a few chairs stacked up here and there and some old magazines strewn about the floor. He quietly made his way over to the door, closing his eyes and pressing his ear to it. He could hear a few peoples' voices softly echoing down the otherwise empty hallway, and didn't sense any other presence nearby. So again Boma focused and passed through. Large as it was, the hospital seemed practically abandoned. Careful not to let his foot-falls echo or make any sound, the werewolf followed his nose and made his way through the maze of monotonous white corridors.

It took Boma all of around ten minutes to locate Daisuke, pacing right past the guards who didn't suspect a thing. In the dull glow of the small corridor the blonde appeared to be asleep, curled up across a cushioned blue bench-seat on the opposite side of the viewing window where his brother was obviously being kept. Boma re-activated his holo-mask to don his human face before dismissing the reflective chaff. He hadn't expected Daisuke to already be asleep, but it was probably the first time he'd slept in quite a while. Boma walked over and knelt down beside the blonde, he looked very pale; it almost looked as if his lips were about to turn blue. The werewolf shook his head, standing and removing his short cape, draping it over the shivering body.

Well, at least he is sleeping…Boma sighed too himself, he could understand Daisuke's unwavering devotion for his sibling, that was something he could relate to, even if it did mean placing them before even your own health. Boma felt something sink in his chest… "Bunny…" he whispered quietly to the floor.

Finding something to distract his tortured mind, Boma idly turned to look over at Shun, walking up to the large window. He was connected to an IV drip and a heart-monitor, as well as a couple other machines. Boma shuddered, he didn't like this place…it was too cold and white and empty, it dredged up memories he'd much rather forget…

His deep crimson eyes wandered across to Shun's face, and Boma took in a small gasp. This man…this man was, beautiful. …! No. He was, just very handsome… 'Beautiful' wasn't a word Boma had ever even entertained to use to describe another man, but… somehow a small piece of him couldn't help but be totally captivated. His face very much like Daisuke's, though more matured and slender, fair blonde locks framed his face perfectly. Boma wondered what his eyes must look like…this Shun was just so unlike himself, is that why he was feeling so attracted? Boma froze. 'Attracted'? No, he couldn't be attracted to this man, not by a man at least. He didn't even know him or what he was like as a person, nothing. Boma shook his head, slightly disturbed by his owns thoughts. What is wrong with me? ...Maybe, I'm just tired. Boma leaned his forehead against the cold glass, making a chill run up his spine. Wrapping his arms around himself, he allowed himself to simply stare. Such a shame, he looked so vulnerable lying there attached to so many machines, it looked like he was even being aided in just breathing…it saddened him.

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Daisuke felt something warm cover his body and his shivers immediately sub-sided. Thank goodness…he thought he was going to freeze to death! Clenching the rough feeling material up under his chin, Daisuke noticed an odd, yet strangely familiar scent he couldn't quite place…wait, who had put this on him anyway? Dais cracked open an eye, squinting even in the dull light. He saw Boma standing in front of him, staring at the floor. "Bunny…" he barely heard the werewolf whisper above the strangely deafening hum of low powered lights and machinery. What the heck was he doing here? He knew Boma 'just happened to like' him and J, but he never would have expected this…he even leant him his cloak. Daisuke smirked; he knew the guy had to have a soft spot in there somewhere; searching for his sister and all. The werewolf always managed to pop out of nowhere when they got into tough situations, and help even the odds. But this was just plain confusing.

He watched as Boma turned and walked over to where his brother was, and heard him…gasp? No way, he didn't just hear that. Boma looked like he'd been literally frozen on the spot! Maybe he just didn't expect his brother to be in such bad shape? Yeh, that had to be it…although, he's probably seen much worse right? Living in the slums and tortured along with many others in prison…ok, maybe he didn't understand why he'd sounded so shocked. Boma then leaned against the window, wrapping his arms around himself. Ok…why is he staring at my brother like that? He couldn't watch this anymore, it was freaking him out. So Dais yawned and pretended he'd just woken up, sitting up and rubbing his eyes. Boma instantly swung around as if he'd just been caught doing something he shouldn't of.

"Oh, hey Boma, nice ta see ya again. What are you doin' here?" Daisuke's lips curved into his trademark smile, running a hand absently through his tousled hair.

"Checking on how you were doing." Boma replied in his usual deep stoic voice, staring back blankly.

"Thanks, that's real thoughtful of ya. Didn't realize you cared so much? Oh and, thanks for this." Dais held up the cloak, before tossing it over too Boma, who caught it easily.

Boma stared back for a moment, then made a small grunt as a 'that's ok' before wrapping the cloak back around himself. He honestly didn't understand it himself; he just felt, attached to them somehow…Boma glanced back over at Shun in thought.

What an awkward guy…and there he goes staring at my brother again… Daisuke's smile faded, remembering Shun's condition. Maybe Boma was just wondering had happened to him, but didn't know how too ask?

"He must have just been staring out the window at the time…he always said that he loved that view of the city. Even kept his desk faced away from it so he wasn't distracted from his work." Daisuke began quietly, staring at the tiled floor, not really caring if the werewolf was listening or not, just thinking out-loud to fill the empty silence between them. Boma kept quiet and didn't move from his position. So Daisuke continued. "The bullet was shot from a roof-top in the south area, you know, it was specially made for bullet-proof glass as well, the sniper had shot it from over .50 miles away! Even passing through two buildings only three meters apart from each other before it hit him. Came straight through the glass and missed his heart by half an inch…" Dais chocked, "he just can't die yet, he still has things he needs to work out with himself…Shun-" he couldn't continue.

Boma's gaze traveled back to Daisuke. Confused at why Daisuke was suddenly telling him all this, but guessed he must just need someone to confide his worry, of course, he didn't really mind. But it shocked him to hear how serious someone must have been about getting rid of Shun. The man was lucky to be alive. A sniper would need serious skill to pull off a stunt like that, and yet they missed?

Daisuke now leant his head in his hand, elbow resting against his knee. This would have been very hard for him, the only family he has left, and on the verge of death in a hospital bed. Boma could only hope that his Bunny was any better, as she was also, the only family he had left…where ever she was.

A sharp sigh cut through the silence, Daisuke was shivering again. Taking one more glance at Shun, Boma made his way over to the younger blonde, once again removing his cape and holding it up for Daisuke to take from him.

Dais was slightly humored by the werewolf's surprisingly kind gestures, but shook his head and waved a hand in dismissal. Boma almost scowled at this, and somehow the blonde saw this through the werewolf's usual blank expression. "It's ok Boma, I'll just go find something myself." Daisuke stood; patting Boma's half outstretched arm with a smile, before turning and walking casually down the dim corridor.

Boma replaced his cloak once again, sitting down on the seat, which was actually a very rare thing for him to do outside his apartment. He liked to keep on his feet, always ready for action. But somehow he found it in himself to relax just a little. There was no one else around, the dim light and ongoing drone from the machinery calming his senses, even just Daisuke's company seemed to be having this effect on him. Feeling at ease.

Daisuke soon returned with a fluffy dull green blanket over his shoulder, he seemed to be shocked to see the werewolf sitting down for once as well. As he approached the werewolf he laughed, "Well, I guess you gotta act human sometimes huh?". He was feeling rather tired once again, his eyelids becoming heavy. Daisuke dropped himself down next to Boma, leaning back into the chair and pulling the blanket over himself, watching his brother as he lay there in the hospital bed. He could finally feel sleep swiftly approaching, when he suddenly remembered the warmth sitting next to him. "Hey, Boma…" It felt rude to just ask him if there was more too why he came…he heard Boma make a small noise in response when Dais didn't continue. "…you don't have to stick around if you don't want, I'll be fine now." Though it did feel…nice, that he was just being there. He actually liked talking to Boma, he didn't always ask what he meant or give some sort of annoying retort to his opinions, he would just quietly listen; well at least he thought he was. This brought a weary smirk to his face.

From the corner of his eye, Boma could see Daisuke's head slowly fall forward as he fell asleep. Finding even he was starting to get drowsy. He was going to leave, but maybe just a quick nap before he headed back… crossing his arms under his cloak, Boma rested his head against the wall behind him, and his eyes drifted closed. It had been years since he'd let himself relax like this. This wasn't such a bad idea after all.

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Boma was suddenly jolted from sleep. Eyes alert, he checked out his surroundings. Oh yeh, he was at the hospital. Feeling a small warm weight against his chest he slowly turned his gaze south, only to find Daisuke half curled up against him, still wrapped up like a cocoon in his green blanket. A drawn sigh escaped him, feeling temporally trapped. He hadn't even noticed how nice and toasty he'd felt when he was abruptly awoken, it wasn't often these days that he even woke up feeling warm. It brought a small, rare smile to his lips. Boma stayed like this for a few more moments before deciding how he was going to remove the blonde without stirring him. He decided to go with the 'take it slow' tactic. With his free arm he supported Daisuke's dead weight, lifting him slightly from his chest, freeing his other arm which came up to help. Holding Daisuke in this position, Boma maneuvered his body off the seat, to slowly as he could manage, lower Dais down across the seat. Once he was down, Boma released a breath he hadn't realized he was holding.

He'd way over slept. Looking out the window in Shun's room he could already see the dull glow of morning lighting the horizon. He guessed he'd just gotten too comfortable. Walking over to the viewing window that looked into Shun's room, Boma felt compelled to just take one more good look before he left. The unconscious man hadn't moved an inch of course. Maybe it would be a little while longer before he awoke…a thought suddenly crossed his mind, could he go and take a closer look? Boma looked up and down the hall, and then turned to watch Daisuke's face. He probably wouldn't be awake for a while either, but even though it was early, he knew the hospital would soon be buzzing into life. Contemplating for a moment, and with no door to enter the room from the wall he was at, Boma released some chaff and concentrated it enough to allow himself to pass through the wall.

Quickly, quietly moving into the Chief's room, Boma dismissed the chaff. Staring over at Shun's face, he slowly walked step by step closer to the remarkable man that seemed to be stirring strange feelings within him. Shun was even more handsome close up, he was breath-taking but why was he reacting this way? It was like Boma wanted to know everything about him, but could that even be possible? He just wanted too…Boma was leaning down before he realized what he was doing, bringing his face within an inch of the others, supporting himself with his arms on the side of the bed. He drew in a breath, took in the scent that was specifically his, that addicting aroma…he wanted to taste it.

Before he could put the thought into action, his senses snapped him back to attention, he could sense, as well as hear, the rate of Shun's heart was increasing. Obviously the proximity he'd placed himself was affecting him, and he was waking up.

Just as soon as hazel eyes groggily opened up from his long sleep, Boma's shocked crimson ones widened significantly before disappearing altogether before Shun's eyes. What…? What was that? Shun thought to himself, they must have been the most beautiful eyes he'd ever seen…but then the person those eyes belonged to had just…Shun sighed inwardly, It must have just been a dream. He thought to himself before falling back into unconsciousness.

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A/N

I'm guessing that's where it is. Well, it is there in my fic.

Yeh I know what you're thinking. "Uh…huh?" lol yeh well, Boma is always just coming out of nowhere right? All the time, it made me think, 'he must be able to teleport or something'...but no. I don't think he actually passes through objects either but it just made his random appearances so much easier to write…

Sorry too those who may find this a little slow or boring, I'm only really writing this for myself for the fact no one seems too write ANYTHING like this with Boma! I mean, he's the sexiest character in the show! What's wrong with you people!? lol, yeh, this story was born from my Boma deprivation. -Cries in corner- and also, what I thought to be a rather sexy couple, which also, no one seems to write about! I mean…GAWD!