A Magi Fanfiction

By orenji92

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Disclaimer: I'm writing this, what do you think it means? The original work is not mine.

Author's Note: I am truly sorry for letting you read my horrible stories, and leave you for more than a year. I have no idea what should I put for the date, and so I decided to find inspiration somewhere else... but then procrastination came and I kind of... forgot to continue this story. I DID type a page or two, but the file was missing... and... I HAVE NO EXCUSE, I AM SORRY, OKAY?! I am just an easily distracted human being that does not deserve you, fine fellow human beings, as my readers! Argh, shoot me now. Well, at least keep me alive until I finish this story?

Warning: Lime. My grammar. Alibaba, as usual.

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Chapter 4: It's a Date.

"You bastard..." Sinbad growled lowly as he glared at a certain red-haired man, "Explain to me clearly, why are you inside my building!?"

"Sinbad, lack of tact as usual..." Kouen sighed. This is exactly why he did not want to go inside the apartment complex. Unfortunately, as a gentleman (at least, from Kougyoku's and Hakuei's perspective), he had to pick up his date and wait for them like a good puppy. "I wonder how you deal with annoying businesspeople when you are this temperamental..."

"You are more annoying than any other human beings in this world. Now tell be your business immediately before I make you disappear without any trace."

"Is that a threat?" Kouen knew he should just state his business and be done with it, but he would never miss an opportunity to annoy the older man. He certainly did, if the twitch on Sinbad's eyebrow was any indication.

"It's a promise and friendly advice."

"You do realize that if I suddenly disappear without any trace, as you put it, there will be a family who lose their main economy support. There are also sick people who need me to take care of them."

"Ugh!"

"Besides, I come here to pick up my date, so kindly move aside."

"Someone wants to date you? They must have a very bad taste."

"Well, well... Alibaba... It seems like your uncle has just insulted you." Kouen raised an eyebrow as he looked at the young boy who was finally able to push his uncle aside to greet his date. Sinbad did not realize the meaning of Kouen's word until it was too late.

"It seems so, Kouen-san." Alibaba said as he looked at Kouen with a smile. He decided to tease his uncle a little as he rarely had the chance to do so.

"Alibaba?" Sinbad looked at the pair miserably.

"I'll be back before the curfew!"

Kouen took Alibaba's hand and lead him away as they heard Sinbad's unintelligible voice. Alibaba's shoulder shook with laughter as he walk and when they reached Kouen's car, he finally could not hold it anymore. Alibaba laughed so hard that his eyes started to water a little. Kouen simple chuckled lightly as he enjoyed the beautiful sound from the younger boy. The laughter soothed him like a symphony of glass bells chimed in summer. As he started the engine, he took a look at the boy, which he had not had the chance to do before.

Alibaba was wearing a simple white V-neck cotton shirt with mauve vest that has golden fern pattern. He wore black pants and white leather shoes that looked it had been polished recently, and Kouen hoped this date was the reason.

As Kouen focused on driving again, Alibaba sneaked a glance on his date. Kouen wore a simple long-sleeved black shirt and deep maroon tie. The tie is not the same shade as Alibaba's vest, but close enough. He was glad that he called a certain friend to give him clothing advice last night. The beige pants gave the impression of longer legs, not that Kouen needed it. Alibaba would definitely stare longer if Kouen did not clear his throat.

"Alibaba, if you keep staring at me, we might not reach the place that I originally planned..."

"Oh? Where are we going?"

"..." Kouen originally planned to go to a gallery then head to a five-star restaurant, but Kougyoku, being threatened as she was to spill the truth and only truth, said that it was a 'big no-no' and a 'big turn-off' because it was like dating a sugar daddy. So Kouen, against his previous statement (Reference: Chapter 2), humbly asked her opinion how a date with someone her age should be. Seeing how Kouen, who never backed down from his own words actually did it for his date with Alibaba, Kouyoku reluctantly agreed.

"Kouen?"

"Yeah?"

"It is green."

That was when Kouen realized some cars had been honking like crazy behind him. He supposed he had to concentrate more on the road. He started the engine as fast as he could while ignoring the blare of a choir behind him.

"So, where are we going? You haven't answered the question, and kind of tuned me out..."

"... Sorry..." He could not possibly tell that he was thinking how he asked for his sister's advice for a date, right?

"Are you okay? Do you need to take a rest? Should we really go to a date?"

"Yes, we should." The reply came out before he realized it, so he cleared his throat to cover his embarrassment, "I'm alright, Alibaba. I just remembered something..."

"Oh, did you forget something?"

"You look good."

"Eh?"

"I forgot to say that."

Alibaba felt his blood rising to his face as he replied, "You, you look good too..."

And Alibaba forgot his question for the rest of the ride.

~ KouenxAlibaba ~

When Kouen parked his car, Alibaba could not believe his eyes. He blinked once, twice, to make sure he was not imagining things. They were going to a public aquarium. He thought Kouen was the classy type who would go to a painting gallery or having a candle light dinner with wine and cheese. However, he was not complaining, not at all.

Kouen seemed to notice his expression, though. "You don't like this place?"

There was a hint of disappointment on his tune, so Alibaba quickly denied his assumption, "No!" In softer tune he said shyly, "It's been a while since I've been here..."

"So it's... good?"

"Yup! Let's go!"

Kouen took Alibaba's hand and lead him to the locket, appreciating the flush on the blond's face. "Let's."

So absorbed in their own little world, they did not realize some figures watching over them on the corner.

~ KouenxAlibaba ~

Apparently Kouen had bought the ticket beforehand so they could avoid the long line. As they entered the place, many people had already filled the space and been enjoying the beautiful sight before them.

"Look at them, they are so pretty!" Alibaba said excitedly as he pointed some groups of tropical fishes. Kouen simply stared at the fishes with unchanging expression, giving a simple hum or grunt for response. Even as Alibaba pointed a Mola mola, his stoic face remained...stoic. Feeling uncomfortable with the silence, Alibaba look at the man with a frown marring his face. "Kouen-san... Do you enjoy this place?"

"Hmm, why?"

"You have been very quiet since we arrive here..."

It is because you look so cute when you get excited over stupid fish and if I don't control myself, I probably will do something stupid like kissing you here and now and you will get pissed off, was what Kouen thought as he kept his deadpanned expression. However, he wisely said, "I am enjoying the view."

"Oh? Which fish do you think is the cutest one?"

A mermaid, who had turned into a human and is staring at me questioningly with eyes like liquid jewel. "Puffer fish." He mentioned a name of random fish as the said fish was swimming in front of him.

"Yes, I thought so too! They are very cute, but can protect themselves well! It is wonderful to see such tiny creatures could be so strong..." Alibaba sighed as he stared at the said fish.

No. Look at me again with those beautiful ey- STOP! When did I become such a mushy man? Kouen was beating himself repeatedly on his head that he almost missed some familiar figures across their position. The said figures hurriedly moved to find a new hiding place, but Kouen would not miss the familiar hair.

"Kouen?"

"Hmm?"

"Where are we going next?"

"Do you want to see the dolphin show?"

"Sure!"

~ KouenxAlibaba ~

It was near lunch time when they arrived to the show. The place was crowded and packed that they did not see any empty seat. They tried to search from the back, but all seats were indeed taken.

"Maybe we can go back later for the next show?" Kouen pondered as he looked at Alibaba's face that looked rather disappointed but tried not to be. What Kouen did not expect was a couple who sat near them as they talked gave up their seat.

The man looked just like your average neighbour, but the lady in yellow dress has a very charming smile as she said, "Then you can take our seat instead."

"Eh?" Alibaba said dumbly as his head snapped so fast toward the woman.

"This is the second time we watch the show today," the man said as he smiled.

"And I am sure the lovely boy here needs it more than us," the woman finished warmly.

"Are you sure...?"

"A cute boy like you should be happy and smiling more, you know~" causing the boy to blush prettily as he ducked his head down in embarrassment. Before Alibaba could thank them properly, they already went out. Not before winking to them.

"Huh."

"It feels like we're actually recorded in some cheesy reality show, doesn't it?"

"Yeah, maybe I need to sit down... But look at the bright side! We don't have to wait and we get the best view!"

The best view indeed, as they sat down to watch the show, Kouen paid more attention to their surroundings. Undeniably, there was a familiar figure following them and if Kouen suspected correctly, they might had done that since they parked his car. Kouen sighed inwardly as he contemplated his life and his choices. I have spoiled her too much...

A loud sound from the stage called Kouen's attention back to reality. The show was entertaining and interactive, as the dolphin jumped and spun on the air, causing splatter of water washed some people on the front seat. Near the end of the show, the kids are given a chance to hand feed the dolphin. Alibaba looked excitedly at the stage, his eyes were sparkling with enthusiasm.

"Do you want to join the feeding session?"

"But, it is for children... And-"

"So what? You are still a brat. Join them and have fun." Kouen nudged him toward the stage and that was the only encouragement Alibaba needed. He ran forward and started feeding the animals alongside the children. Kouen sighed as he stared at Alibaba's brilliant smile, and he asked himself aloud, "Sixteen, huh?"

Kouen has asked a lot of question to himself. Sometimes they were pretty stupid like, "What clothes should I wear today?" or "What kind of gift that will make Kougyoku happy?", sometimes they were pretty serious like, "Did I raise my siblings well, father?" or "Am I doing this correctly, mother?". But ever since he met Alibaba, they became more worrisome like, "Isn't he too young?" or simply "Why him?" in general. He never really got the answers, but it seemed today was the day the supreme power decided to answer him.

"You are turning into a pervert..."

"Kougyoku..."

"Since when do you realize I'm following you?"

"Since the beginning, with Hakuryuu and another boy."

Kougyoku had her haired put in a ponytail as she wore a black long coat and knee-high boots. She also had a pair of sunglasses that she tucked into her breast pocket. "So you've found out."

"What are you doing here, aside from the obvious?"

"Hakuryuu wants some proof that you actually like Alibaba, not just lusting for him..." She said as she cocked her head to the right, indicating the two boys' location.

Kouen almost choked on his own spit, "Lusting?"

"Well, not in exact word, but that's the main point. He thinks you are turning into an old pervert."

"And...?"

Kougyoku looked at her brother mischievously, "I think he's right."

Kouen frowned at her, "I'm not old."

"But you are a pervert?"

Kouen was reminded on how he kissed Alibaba twice, tasting the boy's taste intimately, so he simply shrugged his shoulder.

"Ugh! I've told you to not touch him! Bad Kouen-nii!"

Kouen pinched her cheek affectionately, "You are hilarious."

As Kougyoku's cheek was released, she rubbed them slowly as she pouted and mumbled lowly.

"What is it?"

"Alibaba is coming back, I'll see you at home!" She retreated as fast as she could without looking suspicious.

Kouen could only snort in amusement as he looked at her antics. He waited for Alibaba and took the boy's hand again. It was amazing how it felt so natural for him to do it, and how Alibaba did not seem mind or uncomfortable at the contact. "Let's find something to eat."

"Sure, how about sandwich? I've seen a sandwich booth outside that smells really good."

"Sandwich it is then."

~ KouenxAlibaba ~

They were on their way to Alibaba's apartment again when they boy fidgeted nervously on his seat. The boy always wore his heart on his sleeve.

"Alibaba? What's wrong?"

"I've been waiting to ask this for a while..." he started nervously as he looked at Kouen's eyes with his puppy eyes, "How do you know my uncle?"

"You wait for a whole day to ask me that? Why didn't you ask me sooner?"

"I thought... you two were dating and..."

Kouen hit the brake immediately and stared wide-eyed on the blond. Thankfully, the street was empty or someone might hit his car for his sudden stop. "You thought that I..." Kouen could not finish the sentence as it would definitely crawl on his mind and haunt his night. If Alibaba saw his expression, he might want to take a picture, but luckily the boy casted his gaze down.

"You seemed close, but jabbing on each other..."

"Sinbad was my senior in my university and a friend of my roommate. I think they were dating now."

"You were roommates with Jafar-san?"

"So they're dating. Yeah, that man spent every single day in our room, and I had to kick him out with every single method I had in mind. He is annoying as hell, so I try to annoy him as much in return."

"That's it?"

Kouen grunt in reply. He started his engine again and continued his duty to bring Alibaba home. It only took him five minutes to reach the destination.

"I have fun today, Kouen-san."

"I'm glad to hear that, Alibaba." Kouen patted his head softly and Alibaba giggled in response.

"Thank you..."

"You're welcome." Kouen waited for Alibaba to open the door, but Alibaba simply stared at him nervously, "Alibaba?"

Alibaba moves closer to him and gave a little peck on his cheek. "Good night..." He smiled softly as he opened the door and went to the building.

Kouen could not process everything, he must be dreaming as he simply sat there on his seat. He was kissed, a simple peck, something done in elementary school, and he turned stupid over it. He could feel his cheek burning, "I'm so screwed..."

~ KouenxAlibaba ~

Kouen went to his room and he found Kougyoku had made herself comfortable on his bed. Kouen raised his eyebrows on her, asking what her business was.

"Did you have fun?"

"Yeah," he paused as he thought about it, "thanks to you. For the advice."

Kougyoku looked at him with a serious look on her eyes.

"You like him." Kouen simply gave her a blank look, which she ignored. "And he likes you."

"I wish..." Kouen muttered lowly, but Kougyoku ignored him again.

"I'll let you date him, or maybe become his boyfriend, but if you hurt him physically and emotionally, there will be hell to pay."

"Now you decide to give me 'the talk'? After you said you don't want to help me?" He undid his tie and shirt as he tried to find a more comfortable T-shirt.

"I want you and Alibaba to be happy... And you guys were happy before, but you are way happier now."

"What about Hakuryuu?"

"What about him?"

"I thought he didn't want me to get closer to the brat?"

"He had his chance and wasted it."

"... So he likes the brat too?"

Kougyoku snorted at his sudden possessiveness. "I had given him the talk, I wouldn't worry about him if I were you."

"Oh?" Kouen sat on the bed too as he brought a novel with him.

"Hakuryuu is a good boy, but he is still a boy. He doesn't think about love, he simply wants Alibaba because Alibaba is cute." Kougyoku explained carefully to her older brother. She enjoyed the murdering look on his face, and she knew Alibaba would be in a good hand. "Sometimes, his eyes wondered to Alibaba's body instead of his eyes, but Alibaba is so dense so he doesn't realise."

Kouen snorted at that. "What about the other boy that you mentioned today?"

"Oh! You mean Aladdin? He is Alibaba's best friend since they are in elementary school! He skipped three grades so he technically is still a kid."

"And?"

"He thinks Alibaba is his brother, Kouen-nii, Not every boy is your rival, you know..."

"With Alibaba, everything is possible. That brat is as dense as a brick you have to shove the truth to his face."

"Oh yeah, what did you do to him when he first came here?"

"I touched his cheek. Why?"

"Why?"

"I asked you that, yes."

"No, why did you do it?"

"... It seemed soft..."

Sometimes, Kougyoku just did not understand his brother. "He also seemed distracted the next day, what else did you do?"

Kouen pondered as he opened his novel, and decided to give her the truth. "I kissed him when I take him home."

"You what?!"

"He is rather inexperienced for a high school boy."

"It's his first kiss, you sex-fiend!"

Kouen was surprised, but he was very pleased with the information. "Hmm. Now, get out of my room." Kougyoku was not very happy about it, but it was done and there was nothing she could do about it. She stomped out of his room and slammed the door. Kouen chuckled as he thought of Alibaba's expression when he was kissed for the first time. "Cute."

End of Chapter 4.

Author's Note: I enjoy shaking Alibaba's mood around. And Kougyoku finally approved! I am thinking of putting Morgiana in the next chapter.

If you find any grammatical mistakes, or something does not add up, please tell me. :)