Thanks once again for all of the positive reviews ^.^ You have all been awesome! I was originally thinking of breaking this down into two chapters but I had fun writing it so i'm leaving it as is, an extra long chapter, woot!

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As the world went dark around him, Rin Okumura slowly awoke to an abysmal place back in his human body. He felt like if he ever saw hell, this might be it. He was alone in a dreary environment, the only thing there aside from himself was a giant wolf, towering over him with an equally large sword in it's jaws. It bared it's fangs, it's canines easily bigger than Rin's body, he quivered at the sight. But the beast was held back by giant chains and a small red ribbon tied around it's legs.

"Who are you?" The wolf spoke with a terrifying voice.

"R-Rin Okumura." He stuttered as he looked up at the beast. "Nice to meet ya, what's your name?"

The wolf hesitated for a moment before speaking. "My name is Fenrir. I was tricked and locked up here. It seems my powers have been infused in you, i'm surprised to see a mere human can handle my strength."

Rin scratched the back of his head, "Well, only half human! Maybe that explains it but... do you know how I can get my human body back? I've been stuck in this demon form for weeks, it's a real pain in the ass."

The wolf laughed over him "I used to be naive like you when I was young but it only got me locked up here. I unfortunately cannot help you, but I will be here to lend you my strength if you can one day set me free."

"It's a deal." Rin nodded at the ferocious creature as it smiled at him, almost as if it was amused by the situation. As Rin closed his eyes he felt himself once more lose consciousness. This time he slowly awoke to a brightly lit room only to see Shima sitting beside him on a bed, a worried expression plastered across his face.

"Rin!" Shima shouted as he hugged the black wolf who was still blinking his eyes open. "You had be worried! Don't just randomly pass out like that!" He scolded him.

Rin shook his muzzle, he was back in Shima's room, surrounded by all of the sights and scents he'd grown so accustomed to lately. 'Sorry, Shima.' As he thought of his apology he suddenly remembered what had upset him in the first place. 'Wait, you aren't dating that girl are ya? I swear if you're dating her...' His thoughts trailed bitterly off as Shima gave him a pat on the head.

"You bit my hand pretty good earlier, ya know?" Shima laughed as he shook his hand which now bore a white bandage where he'd been lightly nipped.

'You exaggerate.' Rin narrowed his eyes and glared at him.

"I was just trying to get a date to the dance coming up, I can't have you worrying me, I got a lot of stress right know." Shima let out a sigh.

'Dance?' Rin whined. He would love more than anything to attend a dance, but he knew he couldn't in this form, his friends didn't even know he was home, the thought caused him to stare blankly at the ground.

"I know, you were upset because I didn't invite you to come help me find a date? I'll let you help!" Shima said cheerfully. "Besides, you'd get all the ladies attention." he rubbed his hands together as if scheming something.

'I really hate you sometimes.' Rin glared at his friend once more, it's not like he could argue with him, but if he went along at least he could try to sabotage him. 'Wait, why am I thinking of sabotage at a time like this? I shouldn't even care who he asks to the dance.' It was going to be a long, long day.

The rest of the afternoon Shima ran all around campus, asking anyone and everyone he possibly could, but much to Rin's surprise he didn't have to do anything to get rejected, the pink haired exwire had been hopelessly turned down by everyone he talked to. Finally towards the end of a stressful day it was time for cram school. In Yukio's absence they had a substitute teacher who Shima had no interest in listening to, he had his sights set on the two girls in the class.

"My looove!" Shima sang as he approached her.

"No." The female exwire said rather coldly.

"But I didn't even say anything yet..." Shima frowned at her.

"You don't have to, the answer is no." She glared at him as Rin sat by Shima's desk and chuckled under his breath.

"Gah the heartbreak." Shima whined as he turned defeated to face Shiemi.

"Moriyama, do you already have someone to go to the dance with?" Shima asked her kindly.

"Actually... I was going to ask Yuki but since he's going to miss it i'll be working so I can't go with anyone." Shiemi gave him a soft smile.

"That's it, I have no other choice, I guess i'm putting a wig on my pet." Shima sighed in defeat as he glanced at Rin.

Rin gave him a rather unappealing glance in return. Class ended shortly after and everyone parted ways, Rin and Shima returning to the dorm together. Rin had never really seen his pink haired friend looked so stressed, he probably wasn't used to being rejected so many times before.

"Rin." Shima spoke softly, kneeling down on the floor beside the wolf. "Will you be my date to the dance?"

Rin hesitated for a moment, it seemed almost as if the exwire was truly asking him, it almost made him nervous and for a moment he didn't respond. He finally began to wag his tail and stepped forward to rest his muzzle on Shima's shoulder as the older male patted his head.


The day of the school festival, the campus was decorated extravagantly and everyone was dressed up and celebrating. The festival would last all day until evening when the formal dance was to start. Rin trotted happily alongside his 'date' as they met up with Suguro, Koneko, Izumo and Shiemi.

There was food stands set up everywhere along with a few carnival rides. Izumo did her best to both ignore and avoid Shima, leaving Shiemi sitting on a lone bench talking with the pink haired monk, Rin bouncing around the crowds of people with Kuro to look at food stands together.

Shima smiled down at the blonde girl "I know you don't have Okumura-sensei here and you'll be busy when the dance starts, so maybe you can dance with me for just a moment now?"

Shiemi seemed shocked at the unexpected question as her face flushed bright red. "W-Well, I guess that would be alright, I wouldn't mind dancing with you!"

Shima stood up and offered a hand out to her, helping her to her feet before pulling her close to him, dancing very slowly with her.

Rin stopped what he was doing to watch the two, sitting down and letting out a sigh.

'Are you alright?' Kuro asked, noticing Rin's change in behavior.

'Yea... It's just tough realizing everyone is growing up without me, thinking about things like love... I haven't really noticed it so much until now.' Rin glanced down at the ground, finding it hard to watch his two friends together.

'You'll be able to return to normal soon, I believe it! I love you Rin, you're the coolest! And you've kind of been living as Shima's familiar so i'm sure you love him too, you're still growing up with everyone and loving people too." Kuro smiled happily at him.

'You're right, thanks.' Rin smiled back at the tiny cat familiar. His moment of joy was overcome by an ominous feeling in his chest. 'You sense that? Something bad near the campus... but how could a high level demon get this close to here? Stay here Kuro.' Rin demanded before darting off.

'I'm not letting you run into danger!' The cat shouted in response, taking off after him.

The two bolted past Shima and Shiemi, the pink haired monk yelling behind them, "Hey, don't run off, dammit!" He released his grip on the small girl and ran after the two familiars.

"Shima!" Shiemi shouted after him, catching Izumo, Suguro and Koneko's attention as the four also chased after the monk, sensing something was off.

It felt like Rin was running at full speed forever before he stopped, on the outskirts of the school and deep in the forest which should have still been protected by magical barriers. But Rin knew something dark and evil was lurking there, he just wasn't sure what it was yet. His tail was straight in the air, fur stiff as Shima ran to his side, staff in hand and ready to fight alongside him.

"What is it, Rin?" Shima asked under his breath, glancing around into the dark trees. The other's quickly caught up to them, panting to catch their breath.

"What in the hell got into ya?" Suguro was breathing heavily after running after him.

Before anyone could answer that question a clawed hand shot out from the darkness, hitting Suguro and sending him flying backwards. A giant ghoul crept out from the dark, towering above the group and letting out a mighty roar.

"Ah gross, it's slimy." Shima whined and shuttered, shaking his head at the sight.

The ghoul turned it's body to reveal a giant, almost lizard-like tail that lashed out and hit Izumo, Koneko and Shiemi, throwing them all to the ground. As it pulled it's tail back once more and whipped it at Shima he blocked it with his staff, standing his ground, giving Rin an opportunity to jump in and bite the demon hard on his front leg.

The ghoul roared again and shook Rin off violently, sending the beast into a blind rage as it lashed out it's claws full force at the pink haired monk. Shima braced for the impact, closing his eyes tightly.

'Shima!' Rin screamed, turning and running towards the monk, tackling him hard to the cold ground. As Shima hit the ground he gasped, blinded instantly by blue flames. The flames engulfed them, repelling the giant ghoul's hand as it burned away at it, causing the demon to let out a scream.

As the flames subsided Rin was back in his human body, pinning Shima to the ground, a feral look in his eyes.

"Rin!" Shiemi shouted on deaf ears as Rin turned his attention angrily to the ghoul, jumping up to tear after it full speed. He jumped up, rearing his fist back and landing a solid hit on it's jaw. As the demon screamed in pain Rin engulfed it in blue flames once more, causing it to stand up and run away frantically.

The halfling didn't have the energy to run after it, he barely had enough energy to summon his flames without his sword. He weakly turned to face his friends who all had equally shocked expressions on their faces.

"Rin." Shiemi ran to him, embracing him. Rin let out a small sigh before returning the embrace, he was afraid he'd never be able to hold her again, the feeling was overwhelming.

"Okumura, the hell is goin' on?" Suguro exclaimed, running to his side.

"Sorry everyone, i've been trapped in that other body... I can't stay like this much longer probably, but i'll return to my normal self soon and in the meantime i'll be here... just like I have been." Rin tried his best to explain his situation.

Shima stood back, staring at him dumbfounded, not sure if he should approach him or not. He was still in disbelief the one he'd been sharing his meals and bed with was Rin Okumura, it was hard to even accept.

The sun was slowly beginning to go down, causing the sky to turn radiant shades of pink and orange as Rin's blue eyes met with Shima's. He let go of his grip on Shiemi and wanted to walk towards him but was cut off by Suguro.

"It's good to have ya back... really." Suguro patted him on the shoulder. "I don't know how ya put up with livin' with that pervert for so long though." he laughed, lightening the mood.

Izumo smirked at the comment, nodding her head at Rin. "Nice to see you back."

"Insane, I can't believe you're standing here right now!" Koneko was practically in tears.

The only one who hadn't spoke was Shima, what could he possibly have to say? Rin was almost afraid to know as he slowly walked up to him, the rest of the group falling completely silent. The two stood in front of eachother for a moment, neither saying anything, until finally Rin spoke.

"Would you... be my date to the dance?" Rin asked cautiously, holding out his hand and causing everyone's jaws to drop in unison.

"I already asked you that, didn't I?" Shima shook his head, ignoring the hand and hugging him tightly.

The group made their way back to the festival, still in disbelief at the situation at hand but all of them watched silently as Shima and Rin walked into the crowds of people together, starting to slowly dance.

"So what happens now?" Shima said softly, holding Rin's hand as they danced.

"I won't be like this much longer so... can I stay with you still?" Rin asked, glancing up, their eyes meeting.

"Let's go somewhere more private." Shima spoke calmly as he glanced at their group of friends who were all still watching them. He gripped Rin's hand tightly, suddenly running into the crowd, as they flew past all of the dancing couples they made their way out of the grand ballroom, down the hall and out onto a small and quiet balcony.

Rin glanced around, almost glad to see no one else was around, he could finally talk to Shima like he'd wanted for the past few weeks. But for some reason no words were coming to his mind, he clenched his hands together before mustering up the courage to pull the taller boy into a tight embrace. Shima smiled gently against his soft, black hair, hugging him in return.

"Of course you can stay with me." Shima finally said, eliciting a relieved sigh from the halfling. Shima gripped Rin's chin, tilting his head up so their eyes once again met before he gently pressed their lips together. Rin jumped in response, going to pull away but Shima held him in place until Rin cautiously returned the kiss.

Rin had never even kissed anyone before, but Shima's lips were soft and inviting, he could feel the passion behind it as the pink haired exwire closed his eyes, pulling his body closer. The halfling was overwhelmed by the heat that was rising from his chest and into his throat and it caused him to let out a small moan. As he opened his mouth Shima's tongue slipped past his lips, exploring his mouth, dancing with his own inexperienced tongue.

Rin pulled away, panting heavily, his tail swishing around behind him. "Sh-Shima... I l-l-like you."

"I wonder..." Shima responded, burying his face into Rin's neck. "...If you'd say that after you truly got to know me."

Rin was thrown off by those words, he wanted to argue with him but more than that he wanted to feel what it was like to kiss him again. Unfortunately he'd get to do neither one as he reverted back to that of a wolf. He felt the frustration well up in his throat as he tilted his head back, letting out a long, sad howl into the cool night air.


REVIEW PLEASE!

I hope everyone liked it, it's pretty late at night so I hope I didn't make too many typos or anything heheh xP Now time to plot out some new ideas, i'm happy with the direction this story is going in so far! If it takes a while to update again it's because of my crappy work schedule... blegh.