Dress You Up (a Code Geass fic)
Disc.: I do not own Code Geass or its' characters- just this story plot and the events herein.
A/N: Welcome to another of my fics! I've been having serious writers' block and have decided to put 'Do You Know?' on hold until I get this out of my system…I was greatly saddened by the severe lack of LelouchxKanon fics (there were none on the site! It makes me wanna cry!). Anyway, I'm gonna change that and write my own. I got the title idea while listening to Madonna's song Dress You Up, and anything else just came along for the ride…Anyway, enough carrying on- let's get down to the story!
Summary: Lelouch is the world's most famous and popular fashion designer. Kanon is a prince with a secret: he's gay, and goes to Shibuya hoping to gain a sense of purpose when he wanders into Lelouch's store. However, he leaves with more than just some new clothes….
Ch.1- New Purpose
The warm sunlight flooded over the mountains to touch everything in its' golden light as an alarm clock filled the nearly empty room it resided in, causing a hand to rise out from under the silken-blue sheets and slam the off button into non-existence. The owner of said hand then slowly rose up for the rest of the day, causing the sheets to pool around his slender and somewhat tall frame as Kanon Maldini stepped onto the plush silver carpet around his room. Running thin fingers through his auburn hair, Kanon wrote a small note and left it on the nightstand so the other resident could see it when he woke up as he stepped into the shower while grabbing some clean clothes and a towel.
'Leon-
There's some pain killers for you on the nightstand.
After you take them and get dressed, go home and don't come here ever again.
-Kanon.'
(20 minutes later)
When Kanon stepped out fully dressed for the day in a pair of blue jeans and a dark grey tank top, he was brushing his hair as he saw the note crumpled up and thrown onto the floor, just the latest in his long list of flings as he crossed the name of his one night stand off the list in his mind. Ever since he'd turned 18, Kanon spent the last 3 years sleeping around with just about any man who threw himself at him, using his looks and charm to get them into bed with him. Yes, he admitted to himself some time ago that he was gay but that didn't mean he had to go and settle down just yet. He was 21 and living his life the way he wanted. True his parents weren't too happy when they'd found out at first, knowing full well that he wouldn't be able to give them a future heir to the throne, but they still supported him in any way that they could.
After tying his hair back and putting his boots on, Kanon made his way into the dining hall for breakfast before he would head out for the day.
(Dining Hall, morning- normal P.O.V.)
As the maids pulled out his chair and brought him a platter of various breakfast items, Kanon looked up from his tea to gaze lightly upon his parents, who were at the table across from him: his mother Camellia, from whom he'd inherited his looks from his auburn hair to his soft blue eyes; and his father Patrick, whose personality he'd inherited but only a small part of it. Whilst his parents knew of his preferences in bedmates, the rest of the Maldini Clan did not and they'd planned to keep it that way until his 25th birthday. While the three of them sat in comfortable silence, Camellia chose this opportunity to strike up a conversation, Kanon setting his tea cup down onto the table.
"So Kanon, how was your date with Leon?"
"It went well, until he went into great detail about how I was the lucky one to sleep with him! I mean, I'm the prince for fuck's sake- and yet he acted like it was the other goddamn way around…!*sighs* Never again will I have him in my presence. I just wish I could find someone who really, I don't know, gets me. But I guess I'll just have to wait a while longer."
"Sweetie, I understand what you're going through. I was your age when I was debating on whether I should stay with your father or go back to my ex-boyfriend."
"Yeah, but you'd already made your choice by then- I'm still looking, and it's driving me insane!" Kanon exclaimed while slamming his fists onto the table, causing his tea to spill onto the white tablecloth, staining it. His parents both sighed, they knew that Kanon was struggling to find the one with whom he resonated so well but he'd been doing the same thing for the last 3 years. He'd bring a man home, have sex with him, then find something wrong with him and never want to see that man again. The latest was a man named Leon, who was in his twenties and had great looks, but also had the personality of a narcissist.
"Maybe I should go out somewhere for awhile, take in some sights, and maybe do a little shopping."
"Interesting, where will you go today? Last week you went to London, before that Shanghai. And this time…?" His father asked concernedly. The last time that Kanon had went out somewhere without guards of any kind, he was almost beaten, raped, and held for ransom. Luckily, his cousin Kyoshirou Toudou was there to help him or it could have turned out a lot worse.
"I think I'll go to Shibuya today, they have a lot of great shops there- maybe I'll find something new."
"Alright, but please be careful this time Kanon." Camellia voiced her concerns for her youngest son.
"Don't worry, mother. I promise to be careful, and I'll bring Suzaku with me this time. Well, I'm off- see you in a while." Kanon said as he headed out the castle doors with Suzaku following behind him and the two men got into the limo parked outside. Ever since the Britannian War ended, all the different countries had been united under a banner of peace as technology advanced and there was very little need for Knightmare Frames anymore. As Kanon sat in the back of the limo bored out of his mind while Suzaku checked his pistol to make sure it was fully loaded, he watched the clouds slowly fly past as they drove across the Arclight Bridge and into the bustling streets of Central Japan.
After Gino parked the car, he opened the doors to allow Kanon and Suzaku to step out into the streets, then told them to meet him back at the limo when they were done for the day as he walked off to the nearest bookstore.
(4 hours later)
Kanon had been to just about every store and found nothing of interest when he heard Suzaku having a conversation on his phone as the two of them sat down on a shady bench to rest.
"Are you for real? I can't wait to check out what you have on display this time, will they be featured in the next show? Great, maybe we can swing by…I'm bringing a friend, I hope you don't mind. No, he's not my boyfriend- he's just a work friend. Don't be like that, Lulu, we'll see you soon. Yeah, what's the name of your store? I forgot, it's been so long since I've been by…yeah, ok, got it- see ya in a few! Ok, bye!"
"So who was that, a friend of yours?"
"You'll see, we have to swing by their store- I have the name and directions, ready to go?"
"Alright, I just hope it's nothing too fancy or extravagant- if I'd wanted that I could've gone to Italy instead."
"Well then, you have nothing to worry about- come on, I can't wait for you to see it!" Said Suzaku as Kanon couldn't help but smile while he was dragged along by his hyperactive friend and bodyguard. Suzaku may act like a little kid at times, but he was also the very best bodyguard that his family had in their employ.
(20 minutes later)
After much dragging and many weird looks aimed their way, Kanon and Suzaku were standing in front of what looked like a rather upscale and expensive clothing store called 'Hana Noir'. While Kanon looked at the store's exterior, he saw some very tasteful and exquisite outfits on display in the shop's window from dresses to tuxedos as Suzaku made sure that this was indeed the right place.
"Well, this is it- Hana Noir, where my friend works. Let's go inside, I can't wait for you to meet Lulu!"
As Suzaku pulled Kanon into the store, the first thing they heard was Kpop music over the radio…What they heard next caused Kanon to flinch a little at the volume and demanding tone of the voice.
"Shirley, I need more blue silk! The light blue this time, and hurry up- we have a deadline to meet!"
"Coming! Excuse me guys, I'll be right with you in a moment!" Said a young girl with long auburn-orange hair as she ran into the back room with a rather large roll of light blue silk. Another girl, a blonde, came out to greet them so they weren't just standing around doing nothing while waiting for Suzaku's friend to show up.
"Hey guys, the name's Milly- welcome to Hana Noir, is there anything you'd like to try on? Or maybe we could have something crafted especially for your tastes?"
"No thanks, Milly. We were actually hoping to speak to Lelouch- is he busy?"
"Yeah, but he should be done soon. Why don't you have a seat, and I'll tell him you're here Suzaku."
"Great, thanks Milly!"
As they went to sit down, Kanon looked over at Suzaku and decided to ask him a question. "Do you personally know the owner, Suzaku?"
"Yeah, actually. Me, Lelouch, Shirley, and Millie all went to Ashford Academy a while back; Lelouch had always dreamed of being a fashion designer, after graduating from college he opened his own store and began selling his handmade clothes- he's famous and popular the whole world over…they've opened stores of his in virtually every country all over the world. Hopefully, he won't be much longer and you can finally meet him!"
Kanon smiled lightly as the two of them settled in for a long wait.
(45 minutes later)
Kanon was in a peaceful dozing state when he heard Suzaku stand up quickly, which brought him out of his light dreaming to see him embrace someone. "Hey Lelouch, it's great to see you again! How are things with you and Mikuo?"
"To answer your questions, I'm doing very well. As for me and Mikuo, we've decided to break up. Turns out he wanted to get back together with Luki, and I was just a fling for him."
"Oh man, I'm sorry to hear that."
"Yeah well, I'm used to it by now…Just holding out for the right one I guess, whenever he shows up."
"You'll meet him soon enough, I just know it. Anyway, there's someone I'd like you to meet."
"Your 'work' friend?"
"Yes. Lelouch, this is Kanon. Kanon, this is Lelouch."
As Lelouch extended his hand, Kanon couldn't help but grasp it in a gentle yet firm handshake as Lelouch helped him to his feet. While they looked at each other, Kanon couldn't help but think that Lelouch was quite the beauty: a thin and slightly feminine frame, short chocolate brown locks that were practically begging to have him run his fingers through them, pale skin and deep violet eyes that seemed to fit him perfectly. He slowly felt a light blush color the bridge of his nose as he finally managed to find his voice, trying his best not to let his nervousness show too much.
"I'm Kanon, it's n-nice to meet you Lelouch."
"Same to you, Kanon." Lelouch said as he immediately found himself desiring this perfect prince standing before him…he was tall but only a little more so than him, had a slender frame with shoulder-length auburn hair and soft blue eyes that could completely steal all the color from any gem or crystal…he also had flawless pale skin that, to Lelouch, was screaming at him to reach up and caress it. A smile made its' way onto his lips as he thought of a way to get him to talk again.
"So, you're the 'work' friend that Suzaku said he was bringing to my store. As Milly said, maybe we could find something for you- or I could custom make something. Whatever you want, Kanon."
As Kanon pulled his hand back, he already missed the warmth that occupied it seconds beforehand as he looked around the store at all the beautiful clothes on sale. All of them looked specially tailored to whomever bought and wore them, but sadly Kanon couldn't see anything that immediately jumped out at him. He then remembered what Lelouch had told him, that he could make him an outfit if he was unsatisfied with what he saw in the store.
"Could you really make me something truly unique?"
"Of course I can, Kanon- I'll just need you to model for me a bit so I can get your exact size and measurements, so please follow me into the back room. Suzaku, why don't you wander around for a bit- he'll be with me for quite a while." Lelouch said almost happily, like he was excited just being in the same presence as Kanon.
"Are you sure? I don't want to get in trouble with my employers for leaving him alone."
"It's ok Suzaku, I have my phone with me; just call me or text me if anything comes up."
"*sighs* Alright Kanon, I'll keep in touch- just make sure you stay safe."
Suzaku then turned on his heel and left the store as Kanon was led into the back room to be Lelouch's model for who knows how long.
(back room, a.k.a. Lelouch's studio)
While they walked into the back room of the store, Kanon took this opportunity to stare at all the materials and mannequins that were everywhere. Some had already finished outfits on them and were covered up, others weren't quite finished yet and they were left uncovered. Kanon also saw several rolls of fabric from cotton to silk in every color imaginable, as well as some very fancy sewing machines that looked like they'd cost an arm and a leg to buy them…but he supposed that that's what happens when you're famous.
As Lelouch led them to the middle of the room, he had Kanon stand on the round pedestal so he could start eye-modeling him, thinking of what colors would best bring out his eyes and even his hair when one of Kanon's favorite songs started playing on the music player in the room.
'You've got style, that's what all the girls say
Satin sheets and luxuries so fine…'
"Hey, that's 'Dress You Up' by Madonna! I love that song!"
"Seriously?" Asked Lelouch playfully, smiling at Kanon as a grin seemed to work its' way onto his face.
"Of course! She's one of my favorite singers!" Kanon replied excitedly.
"Alright then, why don't we have you start by taking off your clothes so I can get your measurements? I promise I won't try anything (Although I can't wait until the day comes when you let me)." Said Lelouch as he grabbed the measuring tape he always kept on hand.
'All your suits are custom made in London
But I've got something that you'll really like…'
"Sure." Kanon replied none too shyly, which made Lelouch suspect that he wasn't the first man that Kanon had probably undressed for, but he'd hoped to be the last if all went well.
"Now, let's (turns volume up on stereo) get started shall we?"
'Gonna dress you up in my love
All over, all over
Gonna dress you up in my love
All over your body…'
As Kanon stood perfectly still, he had to try really hard not to shiver as Lelouch's thin fingers ghosted touches all over his bare chest and arms as he stood clad only in his boxers. The way that Lelouch was touching him was enough to paint a blush on his cheeks and cause chills to run up and down his body. He almost let out a moan of pleasure as Lelouch touched one of his more sensitive spots on his body, but managed to suppress it as he let the music flow through his body and soothe him.
'Feel the silky touch of my caresses
They will keep you looking so brand new
Let me cover you with velvet kisses
I'll create a look that's made for you…'
Lelouch was using his special glasses that he only wore when he was working, but he could feel Kanon almost melt under his gentle touches, and hadn't missed the way Kanon had suppressed a moan of pleasure when his hands slid across his hips further down to his thighs and his legs. If this was what he sounded like from just a few touches, then Lelouch wondered what he'd sound like when he was leaving those same touches with his lips.
'Gonna dress you up in my love
All over, all over
Gonna dress you up in my love
All over your body…'
As the minutes ticked by agonizingly slow for Kanon's tastes, he idly wondered how and what Suzaku was doing to pass the time, hoping that his friend wasn't in too much trouble as the song finished playing while Kanon was trying not to whither under Lelouch's gentle strokes and caresses.
(with Suzaku, normal P.O.V.)
While Suzaku walked around town for awhile, he looked at his watch and then his phone, deciding that he was too worried for his own good. He then decided to head into the nearest bookstore to unwind, grabbing a sci-fi/romance novel as he sat down in a chair to begin whiling away the time until Kanon was finished with Lelouch.
As he sat there reading his book, Suzaku heard a voice next to him say "That's a nice choice you've made there- Defiance is really popular right now."
Suzaku then looked over to who sat next to him and was shocked to say the least.
"Gino, what the hell are you doing here?"
"Shh, not so loud- and I have a right to go wherever I want. In any case, you really shouldn't use such vulgarity, my little phoenix."
"I've told you many times not to call me that…and have you read this book before? You said it was really popular."
"Yes I have, I'm surprised you didn't know that…but then again there are a lot of things you don't know about me Suzaku Kururugi."
"Like what?" Suzaku asked somewhat nervously, not liking the obvious tone Gino's voice held at the moment seeing as how they were in the far back section of the bookstore where no one could see or hear them.
'I'm mad about you
You're mad about me babe
Couple of fools run wild aren't we…?'
"Well, for one thing I love romance novels, I also like beautiful sunsets and moonrises, and of course…" Gino drew out the last part of that sentence as he hovered over Suzaku with an almost predatory look in his eyes as he leaned down to whisper into Suzaku's ear, his lips ghosting over the sensitive shell of the delicate flesh.
"I love you." And Gino gently pressed his lips to Suzaku's, using his shocked gasp as an excuse to probe and caress his little phoenix's tongue with his own, obviously gaining dominance over the sensitive organ as they feverishly made out for a couple minutes before oxygen became a pressing issue.
"Gino, a-are you serious?!"
"Most serious, my little phoenix."
As Suzaku looked away with a flushed expression, Gino couldn't help but think it was absolutely adorable the way Suzaku was flushed and panting from the mind-blowing kiss he just gave him. He also heard him mumble something so quietly that no one else but him caught it.
"How long?"
"What?"
"How long have you felt this way about me?"
Gino realized he'd never even thought that Suzaku would ask this question so soon, but he decided that now was the moment of truth.
"I suppose, ever since you became the Maldini Clan's bodyguard."
T.B.C.- Whoo, finally done with ch.1! I'm so excited to get to the next one, and it will have a lemon between SuzakuxGino! Also, I don't own the lyrics to the 2 songs used in this chapter- they belong to Madonna and Belinda Carlisle, so read and review plz!