Disclaimer: the muses would like to remind everyone, that Angel Spirit doesn't own Digimon-just the plot of the fic. The muses would also like to add that it's not our fault for any words smushed together...

Author's Notes: This chapter was actually kind of hard to write for some reason…I knew what I wanted to do with it, but I couldn't quite get it out. However, after listening to lots of Evanescence, and QED I finally managed to get it all done…

Wow, I got asked a lot of questions in quite a few reviews, and I also had some requests…so I guess in this AN I'm just going to respond to everyone here…

Hmm…so people want to know what Takuya's and Kouji's room looks like huh? Uh…(glances around nervously) One of the reasons why I didn't go into detail on that in the last chapter was because I myself wasn't even sure of what their room would look like. But I took some time to figure it out, so hopefully it looks like what everyone else pictured it…if not then…(shrugs) I had fun with it anyway! I also have had some requests to do a Shinya/Tomoki side story off of this based from what happened at the end of the last chapter…it might happen, but not for awhile as my muses are occupied with a few other ideas at the moment. But who knows…? The other request that I got was to show more of Kouji's reactions to what was going on behind the scenes while he was still in the hospital…bwahahahaha…I did say that there was more angst to come in the next few chapters, didn't I? Bwahahaha…Oh, this author is feeling so very evil right now… (But then again, when am I not?) LOL! And I want to thank the reviewer who made me realize that I'd completely forgotten to add what happened to Wolf, since they've moved Kouji out of the house and into the apartment! Let's just say that's explained here…don't worry, he's still with Kouji!

And apologies for MAJOR lack of updates. I've been incredibly busy with my life…mostly work and school. But now that it's summer maybe I'll get a chance to update more ne? Ohhhh…can I add injuries to that list also? (Blushes)

Rating: PG13

Warning: This fic contains slash/yaoi…if you're not fond of male/male pairings then I suggest that you hit the wonderful back button to the top left of the corner there, and run far, far away.

Pairings: Takuya/Kouji, a Izumi/Kouichi/Junpei triangle (pairing to be decided in near future), and some Shinya/Tomoki hints

Time Setting: Four years after season 04

Confessions

Author: Angel Spirit

Chapter 7: Reality Hits

He wasn't sure what time it was when he woke up, but Kouji was definitely certain of two things. The first thing was, that he was in his own bedroom…well…what he had the feeling was going to be his own bedroom. At least, the bedroom that he stayed in when he was staying with his mother and Kouichi…

Kouji felt the tears start, but quickly brushed them away. He had to start thinking differently now…he had to start thinking that this was his bedroom now. He didn't think that he could ever stay in his actual bedroom again. It would bring too many memories. Though deep inside, he had the strangest feeling that his mother had already taken care of all of that. And for that, he was quite glad. It was one less thing that he had to worry about.

But the other thing he was certain of before even turning his head to acknowledge it, was that Takuya was in the room with him.

And as he looked over to his right, he saw Takuya huddled in a mass of blankets, fast asleep-his breathing soft and even. Kouji had to smile at the sight, especially when the brunette turned over so that he was now facing him. He'd always thought that Takuya had looked so peaceful, and quite angelic in his sleep. It made Kouji want to go over to him and run his hands through his hair-which, was now slightly messed up from the pillow he was using…but it was messed up enough to still make him look cute.

Wishing that there was a clock somewhere nearby, Kouji finally spotted one on the end of the long bedside table that was in between his bed, and the bed that Takuya was asleep in. He mentally groaned at the thought of having to readjust his position to be able to reach the clock, but his curiosity as to the time allowed him to maneuver enough so that he could reach out and turn it around.

His dark blue gray eyes opened wide as he saw that it was three in the morning.

The last thing that he'd remembered was coming home with Takuya, Kouichi, and his mother…and then it hadn't even been past noontime!

Kouji blushed slightly as he remembered Takuya having picked him up and carried him upstairs. He didn't remember much else, except that he had thought that he'd heard Izumi's and Junpei's voices at one point when Takuya had taken him upstairs. What had they been doing there?

He lay there in bed, musing on his own thoughts for awhile-trying to keep them from thinking of his father and his stepmother…trying to force any memories that he had with them out of his mind. But he knew that that would be impossible. He wanted to forget them so that the memories would stop causing so much pain…

But the pain of their memories would pass, right?

Softly nibbling his lower lip, Kouji glanced over at Takuya again and suddenly wished that the brunette was awake. He desperately wanted company. Someone to help keep him from his thoughts.

And yet, he didn't want to disturb his koi either.

Kouji felt himself blush again as he realized what he'd just called Takuya. His koi…it had a nice sound to it. It made him realize, that even though he'd lost two of the most important people in his life, he'd gained something more. That, even though his father and Satomi were now gone…he had Takuya in their place.

Thinking this, made Kouji want to be in Takuya's arms just then-to feel Takuya's strength.

Ah, to hell with it. Kouji thought, debating on what was the best way to wake Takuya up without having to move…he was quite comfortable, realizing that someone had placed a couple of pillows underneath his knee to help keep it elevated; and stabilized enough so that it wouldn't bother him too much while he slept. He had the distinct feeling that it had probably been Takuya who had done it.

Deciding that he had no other choices left, Kouji reached behind him and grabbed one of the spare pillows that he had-grinning when he realized just how many he did have…his mother and Kouichi had gone all out to make him comfortable…not like he was complaining or anything.

Using most of the strength that he could muster, Kouji leaned over just enough so that he could lightly-and oh so playfully-smack Takuya straight on the head, getting an instant reaction as Takuya practically bolted upright, his dark brown eyes wide open as he glanced around him, looking a bit startled.

"W-what…? I'm up mom, I'm up!" He declared, and Kouji chuckled softly as he waited for Takuya to get his bearings before he looked over to the side of the room that Kouji was sleeping on, and saw him wide awake-a grin replacing the startled look on his face.

"Hey…you're up…it's about time." Takuya teased, and Kouji only shrugged.

"I was tired, what can I say?" Shaking his head, the brunette slipped out of his own bed and came over to Kouji's.

"I'm assuming that there's something you want, since you had to wake me up…?" Takuya asked, allowing his voice to trail off as Kouji nodded to confirm a yes to his question.

"Come closer." Kouji whispered, and Takuya fought the smile that threatened to emerge as he did so-having a sneaky feeling that he knew what Kouji was up to.

"Come even more closer than that…" He whispered again and Takuya had to smile this time because he'd stopped too far for Kouji's liking, having finally figured out exactly what it was that Kouji had wanted. When he finally got close enough, Takuya got his reward-as Kouji started to gently kiss him…and Takuya returned the kisses with equal force until Kouji moved over enough so that Takuya could crawl onto the bed next to him.

They shared several kisses before Takuya finally stopped and grinned at Kouji, who smirked back at him and made himself comfortable in Takuya's arms…sighing with true happiness.

"This is what you wanted all along, wasn't it?" Takuya asked, a twinkle in his eyes as Kouji nodded and snuggled up even more against his koi, enjoying the warmth that came from him.

"I suppose that this means I'll be spending the rest of the night here then…?" Kouji snorted softly and nodded, already feeling sleep finally starting to claim him once more. He felt safe in Takuya's arms…always had, even with those very few times in the Digital World that he'd found himself in Takuya's embrace.

Kouji blushed slightly as he remembered the time that they'd been fighting Ice Devimon and he had just been released from his painful ice binds by Kouichi, only to pretty much fall into Takuya's arms as they'd been separated from the others, and had been put in an icy shield by the evil Digimon, who seemed to like to have fun torturing people.

The attack had hurt like hell…but feeling Takuya's warmth and concern had more than made up for it. Kouji remembered that that was one of the reasons why he'd pushed Takuya out of the way that day. He remembered never wanting to see him get hurt if he could protect him.

And now, it seems as though Takuya's protecting me…and I don't mind it one bit. Were Kouji's last peaceful thoughts before his eyes finally closed, and he allowed himself to succumb to sleep once again.

The next time he woke, it was late in the morning…one glance at the clock told him that. It was actually almost more like noon…

Takuya wasn't anywhere in the room, and for a few seconds upon discovering this little fact, Kouji found himself panicking as he gently sat up and allowed his eyes to quickly search the room.

Letting out a soft sigh, Kouji forced himself to relax. It wasn't the end of the world that Takuya wasn't right there with him. Takuya couldn't be right there with him every single minute of the day…

At this thought, Kouji frowned.

Why was he suddenly feeling so attached to Takuya? He'd never been like this with anyone before…not even with Kouichi, though he did have to admit that there were times when he worried about his twin, but never like this…

Kouji's thoughts were interrupted suddenly, when he heard Kouichi let loose a yelp of surprise…and a barking noise shortly thereafter.

"You dumb mutt! Get back here, you can't do that yet!" His older twin hollered, and Kouji's dark blue gray eyes opened wide with surprise.

"Wolf?" He whispered, as a stunned feeling seemed to come over him. He couldn't believe that he'd almost forgotten about his loveable mutt with everything that was going on. How was it that he hadn't seen him or heard him before this morning?

Kouji frowned slightly at this, but the frown soon disappeared as the barking noises came closer and louder. Kouji found his frown turning into a grin just then-knowing that the only way Wolf would settle down, was if he were to see him. He had always been the only one who could control Wolf…there was just some kind of strange bond between the two of them.

Making up his mind, Kouji managed to get himself sitting in an upright position-wincing slightly as he did so when his injured knee twitched-before doing the one thing that he knew would drive Kouichi crazy.

"WOLF! Here boy!" Sure enough, he could hear Kouichi cursing from somewhere nearby, as the sound of scampering paws could be heard, and seconds later the mischievous German Shepherd came dashing into the room having easily

knocked the door to his and Takuya's bedroom open, since it hadn't been closed all the way.

"Wolf! Come here!" He called out again, and it didn't take the Shepherd too long to realize two things-one, that his master was injured and he needed to tread softly around him, and two-that he'd missed him terribly.

Jumping lightly onto the bed so not to aggravate Kouji's injuries, Wolf had given him plenty of kisses before Kouichi managed to get into the room, holding Wolf's leash in one hand as he panted and shook his head.

"This dog of yours…is…insane!" Kouichi finally huffed out when he'd caught his breath, and Takuya chuckled from where he was standing behind Kouichi with a tray in his hands. Kouji immediately smelled food-breakfast…eggs, bacon…and he felt his mouth start to water.

The hospital food had been terrible! He'd give anything at this point in time for Takuya to just shove Kouichi aside, and bring that food tray right to him.

Wolf let out an excited bark and wagged his tail furiously, nudging Kouji's unresponsive hand so that he could get attention too. Kouji laughed softly as Takuya seemed to read Kouji's thoughts and had gently nudged Kouichi to move. The older twin did so, watching from his spot in the doorway as Takuya reached Kouji's bedside without dropping the tray or spilling anything.

Kouji's stomach growled as the food got closer, and he blushed slightly as he caught Kouichi grinning.

"I'll let you two eat…I somehow have the feeling that lying in that bed as you are Kouji, that you can control that mutt better than I ever could! See if I take him for a walk ever again…" Kouichi muttered playfully as he pretended to look hurt and put out while he exited the room and closed the door softly behind him.

Kouji couldn't help but smile softly at his twin's light bantering, as he shook his head-finally focusing all of his attention on the tray of food that Takuya had put on the bedside table that currently separated their two beds.

"Someone's hungry!" Takuya exclaimed, and Kouji wholeheartedly agreed with this statement as the brunette came up and placed the food tray next to him as he sat down moments later.

Kouji was grateful that Takuya had waited for breakfast, and was eating with him. It gave them a chance to talk in private. But another reason that Kouji didn't know, was that Takuya had waited to eat breakfast with him so that he could make sure that the dark haired teen ate everything.

Much to his relief, Kouji did eat everything-finishing it all off in a flourish-and for the first time since having met Takuya, finished a meal before the brunette did. Takuya was amazed by this, and lifted an eyebrow as Kouji placed his now empty tea mug back on the tray.

Catching Takuya's look of small astonishment, Kouji smirked and shrugged as he lazily scratched Wolf's favorite spot behind his ears. Wolf leaned into the touch and thumped one of his back paws lightly against the wooden floor-happy for the shown affection that Kouji was giving him. He was sitting on the floor now, leaning directly into the bed so that Kouji could reach him easily-Kouji had sent the dog off the bed when Takuya had started to put his breakfast tray into his lap.

Kouji fidgeted-suddenly feeling restless and a bit more energetic than he had the other day…maybe because he had now actually had a decent meal? Or maybe because he had Wolf back now…and somehow with the loveable mutt near him, Kouji just felt like everything would be okay. Maybe not right away, but eventually…

He winced a little bit, as his knee twitched again and a light pain flared up in his leg.

"Is your knee bothering you?" Takuya murmured having caught the pained expression that Kouji had thought he'd managed to hide, and Kouji only shrugged.

"A…little." He admitted softly, not quite wanting to take the pain killers for it, as he had the horrible feeling that they'd probably put him right back to sleep. And for the moment, Kouji felt like he'd had enough sleep. A piece of hair fell into his eyes, and he went to brush it back, making a face as he did so. His hair felt gross…and he normally never let it get this bad…ever. It felt grimy and oily, making Kouji want to suddenly wash it really badly.

As though Takuya were reading his mind, he winked at Kouji as he came over to sit next to him once more on the bed.

"Want me to see if we can't get you a bath or something…?" Kouji nodded eagerly, and Takuya smiled as his dark blue gray eyes seemed to shine with anticipation.

"Hang on, I'm going to go ahead and take the tray back downstairs and then ask your mom what we can do about getting you cleaned up, okay?" Again, Kouji only nodded and Takuya sent him a look that Kouji couldn't quite define as he moved off the bed and grabbed the tray before heading out of the room.

As soon as Takuya left, Kouji sighed and settled himself back against his pillows once more, wincing once again as Wolf seemed to sense that something wasn't quite right with his master and stayed fairly silent-lying on the floor next to the bed.

His knee was bothering him a bit more than he had allowed Takuya to see. He wasn't sure why he didn't want Takuya to see how vulnerable he really was.

Maybe it was because enough people had seen him vulnerable…

And he had never been a person to show it.

All those doctors and nurses in the hospital had gotten to see a completely different side of him than most people did. Complete and total strangers had taken care of him, saved his life and nursed him back to health-or at least, healthy enough so he could go home and rest and finish recuperating there with family and friends to take care of him until he could fully take care of himself.

In a way, Kouji knew he owed all those people his utmost gratitude, respect…and thanks. But also in a way…Kouji couldn't help but think that they'd taken everything from him as well.

They'd been able to save him, but not his parents…how cruel could god be?

He'd lived in this world so far all his life with his parents…someone to watch over him, help protect him and care for him when he needed caring. And it was all ripped away from him in a mere matter of seconds…all because of some idiot who had decided to drink and drive.

Of course, Kouji didn't forget that he still had his true mother-Tomoko, and Kouichi…

But the pain of loosing his father and Satomi would still be there. Even if she and Kouji hadn't been on good terms when…when…

Kouji suddenly found himself fighting the tears that threatened to fall again, and suddenly wished for Takuya to return. Whenever Takuya was around, it seemed as though everything was alright again…that Kouji could try and forget everything that was happening around him when he stared into Takuya's eyes. He found himself becoming more and more lost in them each time he looked into those dark brown orbs.

As if by magic, Kouji suddenly found himself staring into the very same eyes that he'd been thinking about. The funny thing was, was that he wasn't sure just how long he'd been staring into them…

He blinked for a few minutes, trying to get his bearings back as Takuya only gave him a small smile and placed his hands gently onto his shoulders.

"I was worried about you there for a few minutes Kouji-I called your name a couple of times, and you didn't respond. Lost in thoughts?" Kouji nodded, and suddenly noticed that he'd been gripping the blankets tightly in his hands…and forced himself to relax.

If he thought that Takuya hadn't seen this, he'd be wrong.

Because Takuya had noticed it-and he felt a high tension in the air…it was so thick, that one could probably slice a knife through it the way one would slice bread.

He wondered what was on Kouji's mind, what he'd been thinking about so hard that could make the aura of the room feel so awful. Takuya had a pretty good feeling that he knew exactly what it was. He wasn't about to push it…

Instead, all he did was envelop Kouji into a hug.

Kouji blinked a couple of times in surprise, not understanding exactly why his koi was suddenly hugging him. Even as Kouji thought of Takuya as his koi, it sounded a bit foreign to him. He loved Takuya…he truly did. But his heart was still aching…

All Kouji could do, was return the hug, wrapping his arms tightly around the brunette and letting out a soft sigh.

It was as though Takuya knew and understood. So Kouji allowed himself to bury his head into Takuya's shoulders, trying his hardest to keep in the tears as he breathed in Takuya's scent.

They remained that way until Kouji felt someone's presence at the door, and slowly forced himself to pull away-giving Takuya a look of thanks, and Takuya returned it with a look of his own. Kouji knew that his look meant that he wished that they had a bit more time alone together. Kouji did too.

And suddenly, having the day with Takuya all to himself and just spending the day in Takuya's arms sounded very nice…almost nicer then getting clean.

"I hope I'm not interrupting anything Kouji, but Takuya said that he believed you were starting to stink up the bedroom and needed a bath." Tomoko declared, winking at the pair on the bed as she did so and immediately the tension in the air lifted and Kouji glared playfully at Takuya, who started protesting that he hadn't said such a thing.

"Sure!" Kouji declared, grabbing one of the many pillows from behind him and lightly smacking Takuya in the face with it. The brunette pretended to be hurt, and Kouji chuckled as his mother walked up to them.

"You two are too much, I swear! So how about that bath Kouji? I'm sure Takuya wouldn't mind helping you-remember, we have to be mindful of your knee, but I think that he can manage…" Takuya blushed-and Kouji found himself ducking his head to hide his own blush that threatened to appear as Tomoko smiled, knowing that she'd hit a soft spot.

"Want me to help you get Kouji to the bathroom Takuya, or do you think you can manage it?" She asked softly as she turned around to leave, and Takuya hesitated for a few minutes before shaking his head.

"Nah…I think I can manage it." He managed to get out, the blush on his cheeks and along the bridge of his nose slowly fading away as Tomoko nodded-fighting a giggle-and left the room.


Kouji sat on the edge of the bathtub, gently rubbing the ends of his wet hair trying to dry it the best he could. Takuya had told him that he was going to go and get him a fresh set of pajama's, and that his mother was remaking his bed and freshening up the room a little bit.

He didn't mind…besides, this way it gave him a little bit of time to himself. Time to think…time to wonder…

And wonder he did.

He wondered how all of his stuff got from the house to the apartment…figuring that at some point his mother must've gotten Kouichi-and probably Takuya and the other's-to help. He was now curious as to what was going to happen to the house that he'd lived in with his father (and for quite some time Satomi) for so long. There were a lot of memories there…some good, some bad.

A part of him wished to never see that house ever again, but yet…yet, he also realized that he needed to see it…to walk

through it if only for one more time.

He'd have to ask Kouichi or Takuya with what was going on. Maybe if he got the courage, he'd even ask his mother. He'd have to thank her for doing a lot of the work-Kouji didn't believe that he'd have ever been able to decide what to do. It was probably best for someone else to take care of it altogether…

"Kouji?" Kouji blinked at the voice as he looked up to see his older twin leaning against the doorway, looking slightly concerned for him. Yet at the same time, his voice had a hint of amusement to it as well.

"Yeah?" He replied, and Kouichi chuckled softly as he shook his head.

"Never mind. Want some help drying your hair?" Thinking about it for a few seconds, Kouji smirked.

"Only if you want to." His laughter continuing, Kouichi came over and sat next to him, as Kouji turned around and allowed Kouichi to take the damp towel from him. The older twin made a face.

"You're never going to get your hair dry with this!" Kouichi exclaimed, standing up and disposing the wet towel in the laundry hamper and moved to grab a clean dry one, along with a hairdryer and a brush. Kouji only sighed again and shook his head.

"Always have to be accurate, don't you brother of mine?" He murmured, and Kouichi smirked as he raised the hairdryer after plugging it in.

"Oh, but of course…one of us has to be!" This time Kouichi's laughter was contagious, and Kouji found himself joining in...it felt good to truly laugh and mean it.

It also felt good to have his hair finally clean and dry…

Moments after Kouichi was finished, Kouji turned around and gave him a grin of thanks. Kouichi only shrugged.

"I had nothing else better to do…" Was his response as Kouji playfully smacked him along his shoulder as a knock sounded at the bathroom door-both twins telling the person on the other side to enter.

"I come bearing clean clothes!" Takuya teased, as he tossed them lightly in Kouji's direction. He caught them easily and grinned back at him as Kouichi decided to silently take his leave, allowing Kouji some time with Takuya.

"Your mom thought that shorts might be easier to get into…and I agreed." The brunette murmured as Kouji eyed the sleep shorts wearily before resigning to them. He normally slept in long pants…but he knew that Takuya and his mother were correct…the pants would be difficult to get around the cast on his knee. Silently, he cursed the damned thing that he was stuck with for at least six weeks…

"Your mom's got the room all set up and ready to go-want to get out of here?" Kouji nodded at Takuya's question and accepted his arm as he stood up, leaning most of his weight against him as they headed out, and Takuya offered him one of his crutches the moment they were outside the door. He must've leaned it next to the door outside because Kouji hadn't seen it until Takuya handed it to him. Grumbling as he took it from him, Kouji placed it under his right arm and allowed his left arm to continue to lay over Takuya's broad shoulders.

With the brunette's help, he managed to limp to back to his bedroom…

Ten minutes or so later, found Kouji back in bed again with his hurt knee propped up on the same pillows as before, and the blankets tucked carefully in around him. He lay his head back on the mound of pillows behind him, wondering where his mother had gotten them all as he truly doubted that they had had this many pillows beforehand…having a sneaky feeling that she'd probably gone out and bought them all-and felt slightly guilty because of it.

He knew that Tomoko worked hard…according to Kouichi she had many late night shifts at the hospital…and a part of Kouji wondered how it was that she could afford to take as much time off as she could…

Kouji frowned at this thought. He didn't want to be a burden…and now because of him, Satomi and his father were gone. Meaning that Tomoko would have one extra mouth to feed, one extra person to cloth and take care off. She'd barely been managing to make ends meet with just her and Kouichi living here…how in the world was she going to manage it with both Kouichi and himself?

"You okay?" The dark haired teen glanced up, startled that someone had actually sneaked up on him. It used to never have been that way…usually he could always tell when someone was coming. But since the accident, this hadn't been the first time that someone had come up and given him a slight scare.

This time it was Takuya once again, leaning against the doorway in very much the same way that Kouichi had earlier in the bathroom, except that Takuya had his arms crossed over his chest.

"I wish people would stop asking me if I was okay." Kouji muttered, looking away from Takuya's dark brown eyes, not liking the sympathetic look that he saw within them. Takuya sighed and crossed the room, coming to sit on the end of the beds.

That was right…beds. At one point while Kouji had been in the bath getting clean, someone-Kouji had the sneaky feeling it had been his twin with the help of their mother-had pulled both his and Takuya's beds together so now they made one big bed.

While Kouji didn't mind the extra space…or the fact that it meant he'd be just that closer to Takuya than they'd been originally…he sort of wished that they had asked first.

"Kouji?" Takuya was running his fingers through his clean hair, marveling at the softness of it.

To Takuya, the image of Kouji lying in bed as he was with his hair down was one that he'd forever have firmly implanted in his memory.

Gorgeous was the only word that Takuya could use to describe the dark haired teen at the moment.

"Hmm…" Kouji murmured, leaning into Takuya's touch, and Takuya fought the blush as he caressed his koi, while Kouji curled up to him a bit more-or at least tried to, finding it difficult to move with his knee.

Seeing this, Takuya edged closer, wrapping his arms around Kouji's waist and pulling him up gently so that he now had his head and back leaning against his chest.

If Kouji could, he'd be purring right now. Takuya's warmth and loving touches were almost putting him to sleep…

Kouji lightly snorted. Maybe that's what he wanted…was for him to get some rest. And Kouji knew that he wouldn't be thinking of sleep right now if he didn't truly need it.

But his eyes were already starting to fall shut. And even though he believed that he'd been sleeping far too much already, he knew that the rest would help him recover more-the doctor's had said something along the lines of that anyway while they'd been leaving the hospital the other day.

"Mmm…Takuya?" Kouji's voice sounded groggy even to him, and from a far off distance, he heard Takuya chuckle lightly. Still using his fingers to comb through Kouji's thick hair.

"Yeah?"

"Are Izumi, Junpei, and the other's going to visit again…?" He felt the brunette behind him nod.

"They can if you want them to…do you?" Kouji nodded back, his dark eyes finally slipping closed.

"I…do…" He breathed out before eventually falling asleep…

Takuya was about to respond to Kouji and ask him when, but as he glanced down at his koi, he realized that he'd fallen asleep again…and a light smile graced his features. Kouji looked quite angelic when he was asleep…and he prayed that Kouji's rest would be true to him and provide him without any nightmares.

Not wanting to move from his spot, afraid to wake Kouji he just decided to stay where he was…deciding that a little nap himself wouldn't hurt. Kouji was safe…he was safe…

And that was all that really mattered at the moment.

TBC

Ending AN: I once again truly apologize for all the waiting that you guys had to do for this chapter…you've all been incredibly patient, and I really do appreciate it! I just really wanted to do a good job with this chapter, and admittedly for some reason, it took me awhile to truly get into it…but…it's finally finished, so I hope that you guys had a good read! Now, be wonderful readers and go and click on the next button because you'll see that I left a present for you all! Yes, your eyes do not deceive you, there IS another chapter! Feel free to review whenever…this authoress is outta here till' the next chapter…