Chapter 3: Mysterious Crates and Letters
Story: Nine Years
Written by: latenightfangirl
Summary: Life was never kind to Sawada Tsunayoshi. It was one thing after the other, and for nine years Tsuna learned a few new things. Of course no matter what universe, he can never break free of the craziness his life entails. AU, slight Nana bashing, slight Iemitsu bashing, pairings undecided
Disclaimer: I don't own Katekyou Hitman Reborn! Amano Akira does!
Underlined words: In Italian
Reborn was naturally a curious person. He liked to know everything about his student- things that even they didn't know.
But Tsuna was different.
When he thought he knew everything about him there would be a surprise waiting for him.
And today, this surprise came in the form of a crate.
"I'm going to school, Reborn," Tsuna said as he grabbed his bag and lunch. He slipped on his shoes and threw open the door, only to be blocked by a large wooden crate in his path.
Reborn eyed the crate from his standpoint. Was it some sort of time bomb sent by an enemy Family? Could it be a threat to his student, this early into the game? He had just gotten here, and no one should know of the Decimo-in-training's whereabouts.
Tsuna, not even slightly surprised by the box, turned to face Reborn and said, "You were probably planning to follow me to school but can you watch after this for me while I'm gone?" Tsuna patted the crate with his free hand.
"The only thing is…" Tsuna looked down at the box with a wary expression. "You can't look inside it no matter what, okay?" Tsuna looked Reborn straight in the eyes. "This contains something very important in it. So please keep an eye on it for me."
"Of course I will, Tsuna," Reborn emphasized his name. "I wouldn't be the greatest hitman in the world if I couldn't show some self restraint," he said as he stroked Leon.
Tsuna moved the crate into the house and picked up his belongings once more. "Alright then, I'm off!" Tsuna ran off in a hurry towards Namimori Middle.
Bait planted… Now he just had to wait.
The crate was impenetrable. Reborn tried opening it like any normal crate but it wouldn't budge. Then he began to use more… extreme tactics.
Explosives, chainsaws, Leon mallets, you name it.
But he couldn't even scratch it. For the past hour he had been shooting at the damned box. What kind of joke was this?
"Who's the poor soul this time?"
"What?"
"Who's the poor soul that's got you cackling like a mad man," Takeshi asked. Tsuna and him were walking to school like normal.
Tsuna wiped a tear from his eye. "Oh, that," he said. "Well, remember how I mentioned Reborn was staying with me now?" Takeshi nodded. "Well~," Tsunacupped his cheek with his hand. "I may have decided to have some fun with him."
"Is that safe?" Takeshi eyed Tsuna worriedly. Tsuna's eyes trailed up to the bright blue sky above them. The stunning blue was reflected in his eyes as the wind caressed his blonde hair. Truly a carbon copy of Primo.
"I've got it under control," he reassured. "He's just so easy to tease, is all." Tsuna's face took on a contemplating look. "You should come over today! I can introduce you to him," he said.
Takeshi smiled brightly. "That'd be awesome! Should I leave Shigure Kintoki?" Tsuna shook his head. Takeshi frowned. "But isn't Reborn-," Takeshi didn't finish his sentence as Tsuna waved it off.
"It'll be fine, Takeshi," he said. "After all, I am introducing you as my Rain Guardian."
When Tsuna came in through the door his eyes were met with the sight of Reborn standing on a miniature jackhammer, about to attempt his billionth try to get the crate open.
"Oh, hey Reborn," he said. Did you have fun while I was gone?
Tsuna motioned for Takeshi to follow him. "I want to introduce you to my friend, Takeshi."
Reborn put away the jackhammer and construction worker outfit, What the hell?
"Ciaossu," he said. Reborn studied Takeshi, who was sporting a stunning grin. He carried Shigure Kintoki, a katana, strapped to his back. He had a dangerous but calming air about him. A potential Famiglia member?
"He's my rain guardian," Tsuna said, interrupted Reborn's thoughts. "Did you like the crate? It's a great stress reliever, right?" Tsuna teased. If Reborn was pissed, because he definitely is, he didn't show it. Tsuna walked over to the crate and put his hand on it.
"Oh," Takeshi said, "is that from…?"
"Yea."
"From who?" Reborn hated being left out of the loop.
Tsuna drummed his finger on the crate. "From a friend of mine," he said. "Let me open it." Tsuna channeled some of his sky flames into his hand, causing the lid to the crate to pop off its hinges. Lifting the lid up, Tsuna reached in and pulled out a bag of marshmallows. Inside the crate were dozens of other bags.
"Marshmallows," Reborn clarified. "You use an indestructible crate that can only be opened by using sky flames to hold marshmallows?" His face was shadowed underneath his fedora. Reborn was seething mad. Was this the oh-so important thing he had to watch? Marshmallows?!
"Not just any marshmallows, Reborn~" Tsuna replied. "These are a very expensive brand from Italy which are indescribably delicious!" He was inwardly laughing at Reborn's reactions. This is just- Oh God, this is hilarious. It's so hard to keep a straight face on.
On the other hand, Takeshi was beginning to pity Reborn. Luckily Reborn didn't notice Takeshi, or else he would have soon been pitying himself for even thinking of pitying the merciless Reborn.
"Well, I guess that was a little mean," Tsuna began. "They really are important to me though… I guess I can give you the crate as an apology."
"I have no need for it."
"Eh? But it would really help with your anger issues." Reborn's menacing glare was enough to make Tsuna regret everything. Maybe. You can't blame him! It really was funny!
Being forcefully dragged out of his thoughts by Reborn's increasing bloodlust, he shivered. Oh shit. Laughing awkwardly, he put his hands up. "L-look Re-Reborn? I was joking, okay? I didn't mean it. So put down the… Wait- Don't you even dare hit me with that! Reborn!"
"You okay, Tsuna?"
Tsuna looked at the many bruises that littered his arms, legs, hell, his whole body! I'm going to be so sore in the morning…
"Yea I'm good," he sighed. After having a talk with Reborn, they had moved upstairs to Tsuna's room.
Tsuna fished his hand around in his pocket until found what he wanted. He pulled out a fancy white envelope addressed to 'Tsuna-chan~'.
Inside the envelope was a letter with beautiful Italian written on it.
'Dear Tsuna-chan,
Here's your regular shipment! I hope they're as delicious as always~
Enma-kun wanted to say hi! He said that his Famiglia's giving him lot's of trouble again. It's pretty funny~
How are you doing? I'm doing fine like always~ Although Shou-chan has been getting onto me for not doing my paperwork… Why don't you come visit me, Tsuna-chan~? I'm so lonely~!
We could have a sleepover and share gossip just like old times, ne? And you could visit your other friends, too! Although, then you would have to skip school, and that would make your precious birdie mad, wouldn't it?
Which reminds me, I heard that you were having 'fun' with Reborn~
That pineapple really did rub off you, huh? I guess it's not all that bad… Your sadistic side is so cute! Don't be too harsh on him, ne?
Well I've got to go, Shou-chan is scolding me for something again~
Good luck~!
Your friend,
Byakuran~
P.S.
I might be visiting soon! I won't say when because I know you like surprises~!'
Tsuna stared blankly at the letter. Great.
"So Byakuran is going to be visiting," Mukuro stated.
Tsuna covered his face with his hand. This was just too stressful.
"I don't even know when he's supposed to show up," he complained. "It's not a problem, but…"
"Oya? It's not?" A smirk was plastered on his face as he added, "Then you wouldn't mind if I came and visited as well, right Tuna-chan?"
"What?! No! I mean yes, I mean…" Tsuna mentally groaned, while he outwardly sighed.
Mukuro let out his trademark laughter. Which stopped short as a serious look adorned his face. "I'm actually very serious about visiting, though, Tsuna-chan. I recently met a talented young girl in the dreamscape. She seems to live in Japan, like you, and has a very 'interesting' family," he said. Tsuna perked up at this.
"Tell me more."
Extra:
Reborn couldn't believe it. Tsuna had once again dominated the conversation. He easily switched topics after just casually mentioning that he had already decided on a Rain Guardian.
Although, he didn't make that bad of a choice…
But more importantly, Reborn was pissed. Again. Keyword: Again.
This 'student' of his was playing with him! Him! Reborn, the world's greatest hitman! He would not stand for this.
But he couldn't just rush in. He needed to calm down and think.
His student was capable of glossing over important information.
If he didn't want Reborn to know, he would lead the conversation in a different direction. He even used Reborn's emotions against him. But next time would be different…
And he would start by finding out who this 'friend of his' was.
Author's note:
Here's the new chapter! Sorry there was no update yesterday. I wasn't feeling very well and couldn't focus. So yea, sorry 'bout that.
I'm going to try and mix in some flashback chapters every now and then too. Hint hint: next chapter.
And I'm sorry, I said I would update 2-3 times a day but for now I'll just do one a day until I get used to this.
I would like to thank everyone for the reviews, follows, and favorites once again~
They make me so happy!
If you spot any mistakes, I'm sorry! I check over the chapters about three times and edit them a lot before publishing and sometimes I miss some. If you see anything you want me to fix, just tell me~!
(And I'll make the author notes shorter, I'm sorry I talk a lot…)
