HEI AND KURAMA:
FUTURE BINDS
Hei looked down at the blade that kurama had gotten him for Christmas, around six months ago. It seemed stupid for him to become attached to a material possession, but for some odd reason he couldn't let go of it. This gift was bought out of fear, and kindness. Keiko decided that it would be fun to play "Secret Santa" with all of the others, they went along with it because…well let's face it anyone who can totally whip Yuske like Keiko had, you don't want to get on their bad side. Kurama ended up drawing Hei's name out of the pot, and put a lot of work into this gift. Unlike Hei who just gave a gift card and said get your own damn gift. The hilt of the sword Hei was holding had a grip on it shaped to lock the fingers in place and it was made of a special combination of wood and clay to keep it from breaking, the sheath was painted black with a golden dragon wrapping its self around it with "Hei" written in red letters on it. The guard of the blade was made of metal and the blade its self was stainless steel and had the word "Hope" engraved at the base, it was truly a sight to behold. I can't believe he put so much work into a single gift! I wish that I could repay him somehow, with something better than that stupid gift card! If only I knew how to pick a gift, but I'm not the type to show my emotions. Hei thought to himself as he clenched his fist around the hilt of the sword, sitting their as he watched the stars and moon in wonder, unaware of his friend walking up to him. Hei It's getting late are you heading home or should I prepare the guest bed for you? Kurama said as he walked over to Hei, who was now snapped out of his trans. I'll stay if you let me. Hei said turning toward his friend in hesitation. Okay then don't stay up too late remember we're supposed to go see Yuske tomorrow. Kurama said walking off in his usually calm manner. Kurama…..? Hei hesitantly paused after saying his friends name, he couldn't find the words he needed. Yes? What is it Hei? Kurama said turning back to his friend hopeful of a real conversation, they've hung out a lot and yet at the same time barely said two words to each other a day since Christmas. It's…… Its nothing. Hei said shaking his head thinking to himself how stupid can you get, finally call his name and u choke. Hei silently smacked himself for not being able to find the words he had held onto, in order to finally be comfortable with himself around his best friend. Okay then goodnight. Kurama said wrapping Hei in a hug before going back inside the house to make up the guest bed for Hei to sleep in. Hei was oblivious to the fact that Kurama was in just as much pain as he was. Kurama's not one to let others know he's hurting, but unlike Hei, Kurama will share the good times and laughs with his friends. But with his friendship with Hei in turmoil he's become distant from everyone, Hei is Kurama's closest friends and they can't even carry out a simple conversation with each other, not at the moment anyway. Hei sighed to himself as the figure of Kurama slowly disappeared into the house. Kurama wondered silently to himself of what Hei wanted to say, as he made the guest bed up for his friend to sleep in. He was so deep into though that he couldn't sense or notice Hei walk through the open door to the guest room. K-Kurama…..? Hei tried once again to find the words he so desperately wanted to share with his friend. Hm? Hei is their something you want? Kurama said turning to face his friend secretly hopeful of finally being able to share what he so longed for. I…..I…I'm sorry, I'm still not used to being among friends, among people who truly care about me. I've been scared, unable to share my feelings. All my life I've been fighting, never able to…….To….! Hei's entire body began shaking uncontrollably as for the very first time, Kurama saw his friend actually shed tears…over anything!… Hei! It's okay to share your feelings with your friends. Kurama said softly as he wrapped his friend in a hug. I've never let anyone get close to me. All my life I've had a guard around my heart. I never shared my emotions, but then you came and walked right into my heart, despite all the fighting I've done! You walked in and began breaking the walls one by one! Hei exclaimed as he then wrapped his arms around Kurama's neck and started crying into his shoulder. Kurama then slowly tightened his hug he placed around Hei and let out a sigh of relief thankful for finally being able to share his feelings with his friend. Hei! I haven't been able to share my worries with anyone…but you, I…..I'm glad that you've finally shared your feelings with me! I… Kurama paused as he felt Hei's head beginning to rest upon his shoulder, he could feel his warm breath upon his neck. Hei was breathing heavily and Kurama could feel his heart beating louder and louder. Kurama then felt the warmth of Hei's lips pressed upon his neck, but made no effort to pull away. Instead Kurama held on tightly to Hei until morning came at last.