Rahhhh I'm honestly no good at fanfic or lemon but i tried D:D:D:

Hi guys! This is my first fanfic so I hope it's not too bad D: I tried to keep them in-character but since I'm not Shungiku Nakamura, I can't really say what is or isn't in their nature to do… I would really appreciate any thoughts, comments or advice you have. Thanks! ^^ Rated M for lemon that will be present in later chapters fufufu

Regarding the whole rape issue with Hatori and Yoshino, I definitely agree that that was inappropriate and I find that part of the story to be extremely disagreeable, to put it lightly. However, I don't think that the couple should be condemned just because Yoshino chose Hatori over Yanase because after all, nobody really gets to "choose" who they fall in love with. While people do exercise some control over their relations with others, they cannot force themselves not to like someone as easily as one might believe. Additionally their close preexisting work and domestic relationship means that Yoshino can't just ignore Hatori (so since he loves him, there is only one thing he can really do). Likewise, Yoshino cannot force himself to like Yanase. I really do like this couple, despite their rough beginnings, and this is just my personal opinion. Feel free to disagree. ;P I don't particularly address this in my writing, nor do I intend to in the future.

"Yoshino. Oi, Yoshino!"

"Eh- hah? Sorry, Tori. What did you say again?" Chiaki Yoshino's sleepy eyes reluctantly met those of Yoshiyuki Hatori, his editor, childhood friend and now lover.

"Hey. You're not the only one who's tired here. Do you realize how much trouble you're causing everyone? Get your act together."

"I'm really sorry, Tori, but this time I can't think of how to approach it." Yoshino yawned and Hatori glared at him angrily.

"Didn't you say you had it all planned out the other day?"

Yoshino winced inwardly as he recalled the conversation, then stood up in protest. "I did have it planned out, but then you had to go and say it was boring! I was rewriting it—"

"Idiot, I never told you to rewrite it. All I said was that you needed to cut down and reorganize your panels—your pages are too crowded and ramble on about elements that have nothing to do with the main plot. It disrupts the flow of the story."

We always seem to have this conversation, don't we? Yoshino yawned again and rubbed his eyes.

"Oi! Yoshino, are you even listening to me? You can't expect your readers to get through this, even with the name Chiharu Yoshikawa on it."

"Tch. All right, all right! I get it." Yoshino felt the fatigue of the past few days' rush and sank into his chair. I don't even have the energy to argue with him right now.

"Stop half-assing your work and get it done. I'll drop by later tonight to check on your progress." Hatori excused himself and paid for his meal, leaving Yoshino exhausted. I'm so tired. He checked his watch wearily and noted that it was 13:00. Tori will probably drop by around 20:00, so I've got 'til then to finish up the rough draft of the storyboard.

"Hey, Chiaki!" Yoshino turned around as a familiar voice called his name.

"Yuu! What are you doing here?" Yuu Yanase made his way to the back table of the cafe where Yoshino was seated.

"I thought you'd be here. An author cancelled my appointment with them this afternoon, so I figured I'd come and see if I could help you out."

"Ah, thanks, but I'm still working on the storyboard… I haven't started inking yet. They had to push back the deadline because I didn't have anything for them last week..."

"You're that behind?" Yanase looked surprised and this hurt Yoshino for some reason.

"Well…"

"Chiaki, I know you're usually inconsistent, but you seem a bit too far behind this time. How long did they give you?"

"Well, Tori needs it tonight so he can check it."

Yanase whistled. "Hatori's strict, as usual. Well, if you tell me what to draw, maybe I can help you."

"Yes!" Yoshino's heart lifted. I'm saved! With Yuu's help, I can probably have this finished before Tori gets back. "You're a lifesaver, Yuu!"

"Of course." Yanase grinned. "I just need to pick up some supplies from the store. I'll meet you back at your place in an hour."

"See you later!" Yoshino grabbed his sketchbook and the two left the cafe.

Uwaa, so much work… Yoshino laid stretched out on his couch, resting in front of the TV, which was playing some unknown anime in the background. He sat up and yawned. Huh? Was that the door? It must be Yuu!

As he heard the door to his living room open, Yoshino began, "Yuu! Thank goodness—"

"Yanase?"

"T- Tori!" Yoshino jumped up from the couch hastily. "Why are you here?"

"What do you mean 'why?' I have a spare moment, so I thought it'd be a good idea to see how the manuscript is coming along. If you're still having trouble, we can talk about it. Moreover, why were you expecting Yanase? His schedule is booked this week."

"Oh, about that, it's all fine. I'll have it done for you tonight. An author cancelled on Yuu, so he's coming over to help."

Hatori's eyes narrowed at this, and it should have been painfully obvious that he didn't appreciate Yanase spending any more time than necessary with Yoshino. However, as always, Yoshino remained blissfully unaware of Hatori's annoyance. "Maybe you should be working on it now instead of relaxing, so that you don't need to inconvenience and rely on others to do your work for you."

"Jeez! Stop nagging. I said it's fine already!" Yoshino insisted.

"Yoshino." Hatori's change of tone caught Yoshino's attention and he looked up suddenly.

"W- what?"

"Remember your promise. I told you not to be alone with Yanase. There's no way for us to tell what he's thinking. Do you remember what almost happened the last time?"

"You said not to go anywhere with him alone. But this meeting is for work! At my house! We're not going anywhere and nothing is going to happen."

"You're too trusting! What would have happened if I hadn't come in at that moment last time?"

"That was different! A- and, I rejected him anyway."

"Do you honestly think that will—"

"Chi~aki!" The door opened for the second time and Yanase burst in.

"Ah, Yuu's here!" Yoshino perked up as Yanase began unpacking his bag.

"Chiaki, I brought all of my stuff so we can get started now, if you're ready."

"Yoshino…" Hatori started, but was cut off by Yoshino's enthusiastic cheer.

"All right! Let's do this. Thank you sooo much, Yuu. I don't know what I'd do without you."

Yanase's eyes widened slightly and he laughed at this. "Naturally."

Hatori scooped up his suitcase and put on his coat. "Ah, Tori, you're leaving already?" Yoshino looked up from his drawing inquisitively.

"Yeah."

"Ehh? So soon?"

"I'll be back later tonight."

"But, Tori—" Without saying anything else, Hatori slammed the door behind him and exited.

"Jeez, what's up with him?" Yoshino sighed as he returned his attention to his frame.

"Who knows..." Yanase said quietly. They worked in silence for several minutes, until Yanase finally put down his pen. "Hey, Chiaki."

"Hmm?"

"Why Hatori?"

"Huh?"

"Never mind."

"What do you mean?" Yoshino asked. What kind of a question is that? Yuu hardly ever brings up Hatori, as it is.

"It's nothing. Just forget it."

"Ah. Okay." Yoshino gave up, knowing that Yanase would never acquiesce, even if he kept asking.