I know it's been a long time since I have updated this fic, so kudos to you if you came back again! I still plan on finishing this and all of my other fics. Hopefully the long wait was worth it. :)

Wolfram appeared in the small bathtub soaking wet and still fuming.

He didn't want to admit it. He really didn't. But he didn't know if he could do this. And that annoyed him more than anything. But he's never been on Earth without Yuuri before. And the Earth customs confused him. He knew he could pull off Yuuri in Shin Makoku. But Earth?

"Oh, Yuu-chan!" Miko exclaimed as she entered the bathroom. She had a huge smile on her face as she looked down at Wolfram in the tub. "You're home!"

He smiled back at his future mother in law. He pushed himself into a standing position in the tub. "Yes, Mama."

Her smile widened even further. Then she squealed as she ran towards him and pulled him into a tight hug. Then she grabbed his arm to pull him out of the tub. She snatched onto a towel that was hanging on the wall and threw it over his head. She rubbed it over his hair for a few moments before letting go. "Now you dry off and I'll bring you some dry clothes. We are having a family dinner tonight, so you came back just in time!"

He smiled as he put his hands over the towel on his head. And then Miko ran out the door, closing it behind her. Well, maybe as long as he stays in Yuuri's house he should be fine. He knows Miko, Shouri, and Shouma well enough at any rate.

How bad could it be, really?

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Yuuri knew it for a fact. He was not cut out to be Wolfram. This shouldn't be surprising, him and Wolfram are just too different. And that makes it difficult when trying to act like the other person. Whether it be trying to train soldiers, managing his fire magic, or dealing with how other people treated him...

Yuuri frowned when he though about that. He tried not to get too angry this time though, since Wolfram wasn't here to help him deal with it. But he would definitely have to do something about that when he got back into his own body. He didn't like the thought of people thinking those things about Wolfram. They obviously had no understanding of how loyal Wolfram was. How needed he was. How important he could make people feel. Or-

Yuuri flushed. Wolfram was so much more important than people gave him credit for at any rate.

Anyways, how was he supposed to fool those who know Wolfram best? Conrad being one of those people who were at the very top of the list, Yuuri thought as Conrad came into view, locking eyes with him.

"Wolfram?" Conrad asked as he caught sight of him. "I can't seem to find his Majesty anywhere. Has he gone back to Earth?"

"Er, yes," Yuuri stated. "Not too long ago."

Conrad nodded. "I also wanted to inform you that your uncle is coming to visit again today."

Again? Yuuri thought in confusion. Has Waltrana been visiting Wolfram frequently?

But Yuuri just nods. "Okay."

Conrad looks at him in concern. "I'm sure you have informed Waltrana of your decision, Wolfram. But I do hope that his Majesty isn't your only reason for denying him."

Yuuri was completely lost. Had he missed something in this conversation? "I have my reasons for...deciding the way I did. I'm not going to change my mind."

Conrad purses his lips. "I know before his Majesty came, Blood Pledge wasn't exactly your favorite place-"

"What?" Yuuri blinked.

"You had Gwendal, of course, but he was always very busy while you were growing up. And Mother...she was the Moah and couldn't be around very often either...and I...wasn't exactly your favorite person for a while. You were practically raised by the help in the castle, and I know you eventually wanted to go to Bielefeld when you were of age. And now that you are..."

Yuuri felt fear go through him at what Conrad was suggesting. "No... Wol- I mean, I... want to be here. I have to stay here. I don't belong anywhere else."

Conrad frowns. "Everyone is just concerned about your...dependency on his Majesty, Wolfram. We need to know he's not your only reason for staying."

Yuuri gulped. Is that true? Is he what keeps Wolfram here and that's it? Does it make him selfish if he keeps him here anyway? But then he decided he didn't care.

"My reasons for staying are my own and are no one else's business," Yuuri said through narrowed eyes. Because he realized he doesn't care if it's selfish. He needs Wolfram to stay here with him. His life in Shin Makoku would never be complete without Wolfram here with him.

Conrad nodded, though he looked doubtful. "We are just concerned-"

"You mentioned that," Yuuri stated and then hesitantly continued. "And even if Yuuri is a big reason for that...so is Greta. She's my daughter no matter what happens between me and Yuuri. She needs me. And everything I know is here. And..." Yuuri paused. "Yuuri needs me too. I know he does."

Conrad eyed him for a moment before nodding. Yuuri relaxed. "As long as you're sure. I'll respect your decision then."

Yuuri had to hold back from flinching for a moment. Because it wasn't really Wolfram's decision at all. He could only hope that he agreed with what Yuuri had told Conrad. Because as much as he wants Wolfram to stay here with him...he wants Wolfram to want to stay here with him even more.

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Wolfram came down the stairs in Yuuri's Earth clothes. He was never a huge fan of them. They were quite baggy and the material felt strange. Especially those...jeans, he believed Yuuri called them. He also said they were supposed to be comfortable, but Wolfram found his uniform was more comfortable than these clothes.

"Oh, Yuu-chan! Would you mind helping me out in the kitchen? Mama is making her famous curry. I pretty much have that all finished up, but could you be a dear and start the rice up for me?" Miko asked as she ran back and forth throwing things into the pot on the stove.

Wolfram was glad to say that he actually knew how to do this and was relieved when Miko asked him to do this. It wasn't the first time he's helped her out in the kitchen, after all. "I would be happy to, Mama."

She blinked at him for a moment before smiling. "I really appreciate it."

Wolfram went to his task on cooking the rice. It really wasn't that difficult at all. And he was happy to help, anyways. He always enjoyed being in Miko's presence. It was easy to see where Yuuri's kindness and compassion came from the more he was around her.

When he finished his task he turned to face her again. "Is there anything else I can help you with?"

She giggled into her hand. "Is the other world rubbing off on you, Yuu-chan? More specifically, you're talking a lot like your fiancé, Wolfie-chan!"

Wolfram flushed. He assumed Yuuri talked like that with his mother, if anyone. But Earth had a different set of rules than Shin Makoku did. Was this one of those things? And if so, what would Yuuri do?

"I...I guess he has a bit," Wolfram lied as he did that thing Yuuri does when he's nervous. He rubs the back of his neck with his hand. "Sorry. Do you need anything else?"

She grinned at him and for a moment Wolfram thought she could see right through him. But then she turned back to her task. "Well, since you offered. I would really appreciate it if you would set the table for me."

Wolfram nodded and headed towards the cupboard. He took out-

He paused and counted the number of people in his head. He assumed Yuuri's dad and brother would be there too, so he got four sets of everything and brought it to the table.

"Your dad called earlier and said he would be late. But he promised he would be here this time," Miko said as she turned off the stove and carried the pot over to the table.

Wolfram frowned. This time? What did that mean? "Don't look like that, Yuu-chan. You know how busy he is. I know it's a shame we don't get to see him very often but he works very hard for us. And Shouri is coming home from college today, so since the family is all together he promised he would be here."

Wolfram just nodded mutely. But even if he had something to say to that it didn't matter because the door opened.

"I'm home!" he heard Shouri yell from the doorway.

"Welcome back," Wolfram stated, wondering if it was too polite of a thing to say. But no one corrected or gave him a strange look so he assumed it was fine. In fact, Shouri just turned to face him right away, beaming.

"I'm glad you're home, Yuuri. I've been meaning to talk to you about something. You're spending so much time in that world that you're not focused on the important issues in this one," Shouri stated as he pulled off his jacket and hung it by the door, then taking his shoes off and putting on those silly house slippers that Wolfram didn't understand the point of.

He blinked as he sat in his chair at the dinner table. That world? Important issues in this one? What does that mean? He sent a small glare in Shouri's direction. "What do you mean?"

Shouting sighed, a bit condescendingly in Wolfram's opinion, as he sat down in the chair next to him. Then he responded, "Of course, Yuu-chan. You can do whatever you wish in your free time, even if it means playing king in that other world. But you are graduating soon and you have a future to worry about."

Wolfram's hands clenched at the ends of the table as he glared over at Yuuri's brother. Playing? Wolfram was so angry he thought he might break the table. But then he remembered he was in Yuuri's body so that was impossible. And before he could snap back at him, probably something very un-Yuuri-like, Yuuri's mother entered the dining room and grinned as her eyes landed on Shouri.

"Oh, Sho-chan, you're home! I can't wait to hear all about your new job and being maoh! It's obviously quite different from Shin Makoku's, isn't it?"

"Obviously," Shouri stated. "Mines a more permanent arrangement, Mother."

Wolfram's had enough. Who did this guy think he was? Yuuri's brother or not, he didn't like the idea of him filling Yuuri's head with such nonsense. He turned to glare at him and growled out, "What's that supposed to mean?"

Shouri just rolled his eyes. "Yuuri, I know how you feel about that place. But you can't be so focused on it when you have a future to think about. Where are you going to college? Have you even thought of what you are going to major in while you're there?"

Wolfram had no idea what he was talking, but he didn't care. "What if being Shin Makoku's Maoh is my future?"

Shouri just scoffed and rolled his eyes. "Don't be ridiculous, Yuuri. We've been over this."

Wolfram paused. They have? Was Yuuri planning on leaving them one day? Wolfram trembled, scared of just the thought of it.

"That's enough, Sho-chan. You know I don't like this kind of talk at the table," Miko stated as she sent a reassuring glance his way. "You know Yuuri's already made up his mind on what he's going to do. After he graduates he's moving to Shin Makoku permanently."

Wolfram looked at her surprised. "Really?"

She giggles. "Well, that is what you told us last time."

Wolfram felt warmth inside him. Yuuri wasn't leaving them. Wasn't leaving him. He smiled. He couldn't help it. He just felt so much relief, happiness, and warmth flutter into him as he feels a sudden weight being lifted off of him. He honestly has been a bit worried about Yuuri leaving and not coming back. But now...

"You can't be serious, Mother," Shouri started as he narrowed his eyes at her. "He belongs in this world."

"He may have been born here, and he may have a special attachment to it because of that, but he was made for that world. To be it's king. And I'm proud of the decision he made. It was very grown up decision."

Wolfram smiled. Everything she said was completely true. She truly was an amazing woman and all of a sudden he felt such gratitude for her. He understood even more why everyone loved her so much and he really hopes he gets the chance to be part of her family one day.

"What kind of life is he going to have there?" Shouri asked through narrowed eyes.

"He has a very important job and role to the people of Shin Makoku. He has many friends there. But most importantly, he has a family," Miko stated with a grin.

"Mother," he scoffed. "You can't be talking about that fiance of his."

Wolfram glared. He's crossed the line now. "What's that supposed to mean?"

Shouri rolled his eyes again. "Yuuri, you know that's not real, right? They can't make marry someone you don't want to. If any of them are forcing you, like that blond..."

Wolfram glared at him. "Wolfram isn't making me do anything! And no one else is either."

Shouri sighed, looking annoyed. "You wouldn't be talking like this if there was any other explanation. I mean, you're not...like that."

"Like what?" Wolfram growled.

"Gay," Shouri stated. And Wolfram knows that word. He's heard Yuuri say it a few times. But never...with such disgust like Wolfram was hearing now. It made him flinch.

"Shouri!" Everyone jumped at the tone, so unfamiliar to the both of them. "Don't you ever say that like that again in my presence or Yuuri's ever again! Yuuri can do whatever makes him happy. And that only makes him Yuuri. That's all that matters."

"Yes, Mother," Shouri said quietly, almost guiltily. Wolfram wasn't too sympathetic.

"And anyways, I would in fact love to have Wolf-chan as a son-in-law! And of course, I was also talking about Greta too."

Wolfram loved this woman. It was official.

"Now, no more talk of this at the table! Or at all! Shouri, Yuuri's going to Shin Makoku after he graduates and that's just something you'll have to accept. And when he marries Wolf-chan that's not really your business either. Yuuri's an adult and he can make his own decisions."

Everything was quiet after that. They continued to eat, until the door opened again and Shouma appeared. He smiled kindly, "I'm sorry I'm late. It's good to see all of you in one place."

He smiled as he sat down at his seat and looked at them, obviously feeling the awkwardness in the room. "...Did I miss something?"

Oh, did Wolfram want to go home.

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Yuuri smiled as he watched his daughter play in the garden. He really was neglecting the time he spent with her recently and he missed her. He would definitely have to make up for that once he was back in his own body again. He grinned as he watched her laugh. Her laugh was seriously infectious and so beautiful to Yuuri's ears. He knew he would do anything to make sure he would hear it whenever possible.

"Wolfram."

Yuuri blinked and turned to find Waltrana walking in his direction and then sitting with him at the table. He greeted him with a smile.

"Your daughter is certainly growing into a beautiful young woman."

Yuuri nodded, the grin on his face forming again. "She certainly is."

"I think I'm just going to jump in and ask since we both know why I'm here and there's really no need for small talk."

Yuuri frowned, wondering where exactly this conversation was heading.

"Have you given any more thought to my offer?"

Yuuri became nervous. He got the feeling that whatever offer he was referring to, Yuuri probably wouldn't like it. Especially since no one had mentioned it to him before. And at least Conrad was aware of all these conversations Waltrana and Wolfram seemed to be having.

"Offer?" Yuuri hesitantly asked.

"Don't play coy with me, Wolfram," Waltrana stated, annoyed. "I've been coming here for weeks trying to convince you to come home with me and be the future ruler of Bielefeld. You would have jumped at the opportunity a year ago. You're hesitating now, but I know this is what you want."

Yuuri suddenly felt cold. Was that true? Was...was Wolfram planning on...leaving? Is that why Conrad was asking all those questions earlier? Yuuri thought, or at least hoped, that Wolfram wanted to stay here. Because here was where he belonged. But Yuuri hadn't known that he was offered. And how could Yuuri make Wolfram turn something like that down?

"I.." Yuuri started. "I don't..."

Then Conrad jumped in, glaring at Waltrana. "Excuse me for interrupting, Lord Bielefeld. But Wolfram has already gave you his answer. Weeks ago. When you first asked. And his answer has been that same every time you've asked since then. He has no interest in leaving the kings side."

Yuuri relaxed, trying to force the grin from appearing on his face. Wolfram had no interest in leaving him! Ha! Everyone was just making him concerned for no reason. Wolfram had made his decision long ago and with no hesitation. With a new sense of determination and enthusiasm, he nodded confidently. He felt warmth fill him at the thought. Wolfram didn't want to leave his side.

"Yes," Yuuri stated confidently. "I'm staying here."

Waltrana frowned in disappointment. But Yuuri didn't care. Wolfram wanted to stay with him. He was so happy when he could finally escape and let the grin he was trying to hide finally show on his face.

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After dinner Wolfram sat on the sofa watching the strange moving pictures inside the box. Miko put on a station called the news, which talked about all the things going on in the world that Wolfram found interesting. What a fascinating way to send out information to people! It was definitely a lot faster than than writing things down and sending them or have them spread vocally (which caused a lot of errors and miscommunication).

Of course, the next thing that came on sent a chill through Wolfram's spine and eventually caused him to forever hate this station.

"This just in the legalizing of same sex marriage through parts of Europe and the United States has caused much controversy throughout the general public," said the woman through the box.

A new man came onto the screen. "Marriage is between man and a woman. I don't understand how we could have sunk so low as to have forgotten that. I mean what's next? Are people going to want to marry their dogs now?"

Another woman came onto the screen. "I think this is great. It really shows us moving forward into the right direction of love and acceptance. Love is love, after all. It should have always been that way."

Another man came onto the screen. "This is a new generation. It really shows are progression as humans. I think it's great that those who love each other will be able to have the same rights as anyone else, no matter your gender."

Another woman came onto the screen. "It makes me sad to think of all cruelty people like me have had to in this world solely based on who you love. This should have happened long ago, but this at least says a lot about how accepting these new generations are."

Another woman. "This is wrong. I can't believe that this is happening in so many places. I can't condone this in good conscience."

The news woman came back. "So as you can see-"

The screen went black.

Wolfram turned, face blank, to see that Miko had turned off the box, her face grim. "That's enough of that."

"Wha-" Wolfram paused, trying to process what he just saw. "What was that about?"

"Oh," Miko sighed. "You know, Yuu-chan. They've been legalizing same sex marriage in many places all around the world and of course it's causing a bit of controversy. You know how people get set in their ways."

"But why?"

Miko smiled. "Well, you grew up in this world, Yuu-Chan. You know many people still aren't accepting of it. And many people have suffered being in those relationships. Other people's hate causes a lot of fear."

Wolfram pauses. He knew Yuuri wasn't to accepting of these kinds of relationships, but he didn't realize Earth was so behind on the simplest of things and yet so ahead on others. Was it true that Yuuri could simply just be afraid to love him? Or does he really just not?

"I hope you don't let this world's prejudices affect how you feel. And I think people's own views can change by being around better influences. Please don't ever stop loving him. He needs you just as much as you need him."

Wolfram's eyes widened as he turns to face Miko. Who exactly was she talking to? Yuuri? Or-?

But Miko just smiled at him and said, "Goodnight, Yuu-Chan."

And then she was gone. Wolfram got the feeling he should never again underestimate this woman. She seemed like she always had a way of just knowing everything. Or maybe she really was just talking to Yuuri.

He thought back on her words and smiled. Or maybe she knew exactly what she was saying.

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Yuuri layed in bed feeling more on edge then he ever felt. After he got over his own giddy, happy feelings other thoughts started coming to his mind. When he first started acting like Wolfram, he didn't think he would have learned so much about him through the process. Or at least not these sort of things. He never knew Wolfram was raised the way he was. It sounded...very lonely. And Yuuri didn't know what to think of that. Wolfram always seemed fine, but Yuuri also knows he's very good at pretending to be exactly that.

He paused in his thoughts. And now that he thinks about it, he also pushed Wolfram away a lot over the years. He didn't mean to. Wolfram has become very important to him over the years, but he just didn't know how to deal with him sometimes.

Yuuri sighed. But he isn't going to let that cause him to hurt Wolfram anymore. If he's going to be selfish and keep Wolfram here even if part of him does want to leave, then the least he can do is make sure Wolfram doesn't feel lonely anymore. He's not ever going to run away from Wolfram again, no matter how tempting it is sometimes.

Yuuri frowns as he looks around the room and then shivers. He just realized he's never been in this bed before without Wolfram next to him. He would used to do everything in his power to get Wolfram out of his room, but he stopped when he realized he was more comforted by his presence than anything. Plus, he now realizes this bed and room is much too big for one person. Too cold and...lonely, Yuuri realizes. He moves over to Wolfram's side of the bed and buries his face into his pillow. He breathed in a comforting smell that was distinctly Wolfram.

He finds himself wondering if Wolfram ever feels that way when he's the one on Earth and Wolfram's the one who's in this bed alone.