Title : Time
Written by : Misori Chan
Genre : Romance
Rated : PG-13
Warnings : Shonen ai (boyxboy content), AU
Spoilers : The ending of Wolf's Rain (XD Fansubs rock...)
Pairings : Tsume x Toboe
Disclaimer : I don't own Wolf's Rain. XP
NOTE (DO READ) : As it states above... this is AU, mostly because it continues on from the ending of Wolf's Rain. So yes... this would spoil the ending for you. Well, from what I think of the ending, the wolves are now human. Heh. XP So enjoy if you don't mind the spoiler. Don't worry... Wolf's Rain is only up to thirty episodes... you'll see it all eventually...
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It just takes some time...
Toboe made his way down the street, umbrella in hand, ears listening intently to the drops of liquid hitting against his plastic protection. A wind blew past him and he shuddered, clinging onto the scarf wrapped around his neck. It was cold but he enjoyed such weather, water splashing everywhere and people walking by in a rush to reach home.
He too was heading home.
Things had changed since the search for Paradise, unbeknownst to all those who searched for it. The world had changed into a world of humans, though the callings wolves felt still existed in some, even if very faint.
Toboe paused, head tilting to the side to inspect something. He had heard a small mewling sound. In an attempt to make sure his mind wasn't playing tricks on him, he entered the alley to his right. He didn't get far, for there was a small box at the entrance of the alley. Crouching down, he glanced inside the box, only to find a small, white kitten.
"Eh? Oh... you poor, kitty. Did someone abandon you? Don't worry... Toboe will give you a proper home!" he declared, scooping up the small creature gently.
Toboe picked up his umbrella, having put it aside when he kneeled down to pick up the small one. The rain continued to fall as he carefully tucked the ball of white fur inside his sweater, carrying it with one hand and using his other one to balance the umbrella. Toboe smiled down at the kitty, thinking of a name. "I think I'll call you... Kee. How does that sound?" The kitten mewled in response. "Kee it is! Now... let's get you home, ne?"
Toboe returned to his previous duties, walking home, in the rain. It wasn't really a duty but he felt it was like one, his grandma having told him to be home before dark. He giggled at the thought. It was kind of hard to tell dark from light due to the weather, but he'd listen to the old lady, just because he cared about her. The two stopped at a crosswalk and walked straight ahead. Toboe was not paying attention to the sign that flashed 'Don't Walk'.
It was too late. A loud screech echoed through the city. Toboe clasped his eyes shut tightly, his body awaiting the clash of metal and flesh. He knew he should have been paying more attention to the road. For a while he waited, yet, nothing came. Slowly his eyes opened, his head turning to look around at his surroundings.
"Move it, brat."
"H-huh?" Toboe stared at where the voice came from. His eyes met a black motorcycle and... a very tall, white haired teenager. The protective helmet of the one who called out to him blocked his face from his golden eyes. A nervous smile graced Toboe's face while he attempted to acknowledge the male. "E-eh... I'm sorry."
"Move."
"I'm really sorry."
"I said move."
Toboe grimaced, his smiling turning into more of a frown. "Is... is there anyway I can repay you for any damages?"
"Are you even listening, you stupid brat!? I said move!"
"I'm sor--"
"Listen, kid. I've got places to be and you are obviously in my way so I suggest you move."
"But--"
The older male sighed. He wasn't going to be able to get past the kid without allowing him to repay him. He took off his helmet and watched the small one, scrutinizing his every move. Brown hair and yellow eyes, much like this own. That was odd...
"All right. I'll let you pay me back..."
"Really!?"
"Yes... now get on."
"Get... on?"
The other sighed out of exasperation and gestured to his motorcycle. "My bike. Get on."
"Oh... okay..."
Toboe shuffled over to the strange vehicle hesitantly, the hand holding onto the umbrella clutched on it tightly. He got on and didn't know how he'd be able to steady himself while holding a kitten in his arms and his umbrella in the other. "Um..."
"Tsume."
What a nice name, Toboe thought iddily.
"Tsume... where... where can I put my umbrella?"
"Drop it."
"W-wha!?" Toboe exclaimed, eyes wide.
"You don't need it. Drop it."
"Oh... okay."
Toboe folded his umbrella, dropping it not long after. He regretted doing so. His grandma would probably be very disappointed with him, and reprimand him for doing such a thing. But... he needed to repay the one he had caused frustration and... whatever else.
Taking a deep breathe, he wrapped his free arm around the waist of Tsume, waiting for any sign of rejection. There was none and the motorcycle took off without warning, forcing him to clench his fists. What did he get himself into? From within his sweater, his kitten let out a small, sleepy mewl. Perhaps he'd go to sleep as well, just to get rid of the apprehensive feeling.
And what needs to be known will unfold...
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A/N : Well... that's it. I hope you all enjoyed it. I'd appreciate reviews...
And sorry if I spoiled the ending for some of you but I did give you all a warning, not only once but twice. So please don't flame me for that reason, nor for the fact it's shonen ai, for I have stated above that it's shonen ai as well.
Thanks a lot for reading! I do hope to continue this fic soon but due to school, tests, and homework, I might not be able for a long time. But maybe not. It depends really.
Once again, thanks!
-Miso
