Que será, será

by Linda

Beta reader: Plushiepaw ( i got a new beta reader for this story. :D )

I do not own katekyo hitman reborn

Thank you for your support.

Chapter 10

Reborn had taken a shower and changed into a fresh suit before heading towards his destination. Right now he was sitting in a tatami floored room. On the left side, there were bonsai plants and intricate Japanese style ink paintings. To his right, there were Shoji screen doors that were partly opened to give a full view of a very beautiful and peaceful Japanese garden.

However, he was not here to enjoy the beauty of Japanese culture; he was here to talk about the plan regarding the situation of how to guard Tsuna. In the current situation, he needed to make sure that there were enough competent people to watch over Tsuna.

Reborn was getting impatient as he sat in the Sumiyoshi* clan's hall room, waiting for Chigeo, the boss. The Vongola had many allied families, but only a few had a good, respectful, and friendly relationship. Others just wanted to be allies with them out of power, fear or greed. The Sumiyoshi, however, was one of those few with good relationship with Vongola.

Just then, a man who looked around forty years old came in. Except for his aged lines on his forehead and near his eyes, he was still a handsome man, and had a competent, cold and composed air about him. He had a traditional kimono elegantly wrapped around him.

After sitting down on the floor, he calmly said, "Welcome to Sumiyoshi clan."

"Thank you for having me here, Chigeo-san. It has been such a long time since the last time I saw you" Reborn said just as calmly and with respect. Reborn was savvy enough to show respect to the largest mafia group in Japan, especially if they could do a good job of guarding Tsuna.

Although the other boss didn't reciprocate the friendly manner, he merely said, "You don't have to be so formal. You're here to discuss about that kid's safety. Right?"

"Yes. I would like to know your plan and personally meet with people guarding Tsuna," replied Reborn.

"As expected of the best hitman, always detailed and clever," murmured the Japanese man, "actually, it was my son who was doing that mission for last six years, and I had him continue with his mission. You'll have to talk to him about the plan and the people."

With that said, one of the closed Shoji door promptly opened to reveal a younger Japanese man. "Father" he bowed, and also, gave a respected bow to Reborn, "You must be Reborn."

When the young man turned to Reborn, he could see that the other man was not only just as handsome but also had the same competent, and composed air just like his father. His black eyes were cold and calculating and his poster was straight and disciplined.

Reborn nodded and Chigeo said, "This is Reborn. He is here to discuss with you about your current mission. Reborn, this is my son, Kyoya."

Kyoya Hibari just recently found out that the kid he had been guarding all this time was actually the Tenth Vongola boss. The first day he got that mission, he couldn't figure out why he of all people had to guard that kid. When he found out the reason, one mystery was solved, but another one appeared: he didn't understand how that wimpy kid could be The Vongola Boss. Now, as he watched the best hitman in the world who looked mysterious and obviously skilled, he thought of how interesting this was going to be.

In Namimori at the same time, Xanxus was in Tsuna's room to wake him up for breakfast. But before he did it, he sat on Tsuna's bed, and softly caressed Tsuna's soft cheeks, pushing back the bangs that covered his face. He savored the look of peaceful slumber on the other's face, and for once, there was no frown or a scowl present on Xanxus' face. Tsuna looked so serene just sleeping like that.

When Xanxus saw Tsuna yesterday, he was relieved that Tsuna looked lively, but he wasn't some fool to overlook how Tsuna was avoiding physical contact. That was why he, himself, hadn't grabbed Tsuna since he saw him.

Still, he couldn't help the jealousy coiling in his stomach whenever he recalled the way Reborn had carried Tsuna on his shoulder. Tsuna looked just fine with that but he avoided other people's touches including his. He knew he was a rough and wild person and not some romantic guy who could show his love properly or know how to handle those kinds of delicate things. So, he hadn't dared to touch him, afraid that he would scare Tsuna away from him. Even so, he was just a man who was eager for the other's touch. He too wanted to hold Tsuna firmly in his arms and protect him from everything else.

Xanxus cupped Tsuna's cheek with his hand and tenderly rubbed his thumb on the other's soft flesh. He felt pathetic stealing these tiny moments of contact while the other slept. This wasn't like him at all. Normally, if he wanted something, he would just grab it even if force was necessary. But, he couldn't do that to Tsuna. He was just too precious to him to do it.

A while later, Tsuna started to stir. He quickly removed himself from Tsuna's bed which he was sitting on and gruffly said, "Brat, get up! Breakfast is ready. Come downstairs!"

Xanxus didn't know what he was expecting, but he felt relieved when Tsuna didn't suddenly get up and gasped to see him first thing when Tsuna woke up. Instead, Tsuna just drowsily said "Good morning, Xanxus-nii" and went into the bathroom.

A few minutes later, the two went downstairs to find the rest of the Varia members already in the kitchen and making a ruckus with swords and daggers at each other's throat. Nana was just cooking breakfast, not at all affected by the scene behind her, but smiled happily when she saw her son and said, "Good morning, Tsu-kun"

With that cheery remark and the glare from their boss, the swords and daggers went back into their hiding place.

Breakfast that morning in Sawadas' house was eventful with several shouts, threats and stealing each other's food.

When Nana went to work, Xanxus finally asked, "What are those two trashes doing here?"

Realizing that Xanxus was asking about Bianchi and Gokudera, Tsuna answered, "Mom asked them to come here and have breakfast with us."

When Xanxus continued to stare at him, Tsuna elaborated, "When mom found out that Bianchi and Gokudera just moved here from Italy and that they stayed alone, she got worried and told them to come here for meals."

Well, that sounded just like Nana. So, he didn't say anything else and just continued eating his breakfast.

After breakfast, the Varia got ready to leave the house. Even if they were in Japan, that didn't mean they didn't have to do their jobs.

"Tuna-chan, are you sure it's ok to not do your morning exercise?" asked Lussuria. Reborn had told him to monitor Tsuna's morning exercise, but earlier, when he had asked Tsuna to go, Xanxus had simply told them both that Tsuna should rest today.

Xanxus didn't give two pennies as to what Reborn had said. He knew Tsuna's muscles were still sore. When he came downstairs, he was still slightly limping. So, to hell if he was letting Tsuna go jogging again.

"It's fine. I don't think I could go jogging this morning," replied Tsuna with a smile, "And have a nice day, everyone."

Everyone was behaving themselves after receiving a glare from their boss, but a certain green haired kid, who seemed oblivious to everything around him, said, "Yes. Yes. Just make sure to welcome me home like a good wife when I get back. Alright, Tuna-chan?"

Suddenly, a dagger came flying and hit Fran's head precisely. "WHEN DID TSUNA BECOME YOUR FREAKING WIFE? VOIIII!" and the two proceeded to choke the poor kid. Xanxus, on the other hand, was itching to shoot his idiot guardians.

Seeing all the ruckus the Varia members were making, Tsuna said, "Calm down everyone. Won't you all be late to your work?"

With that, the Varia group calmed down enough to actually leave for their job.

After they left, Tsuna signed and went back to the kitchen to clean up the dishes.

"Sorry for all the ruckus. They can get pretty loud," told Tsuna to the brother and sister who were still sitting in the kitchen table. Although he still felt anxious around them, he was starting to feel accustomed to them.

"Do they always act like that?" asked Bianchi. She still couldn't believe that The Varia were actually a bunch of immature kids who acted like idiots.

"Haha... they do. They might carry those dangerous things, but they are fun. In fact, they are very kind and caring." Tsuna smiled fondly at that as he washed the dishes with care.

Both the brother and sister gawked at him like he was an alien with three heads. Was this kid nuts? He was saying that 'The Varia' members were kind and caring. Even if they thought it was so wrong, they didn't say anything about it.

"So, why did you move here to Japan?" asked Tsuna hoping to find out more about his guests and possibly friends.

"After our father died, we didn't have any place to go. Then, we thought that Hayato's mother could still be in Japan. So, we came here to search for her," said Bianchi. She wasn't lying per se, but she was told by Reborn that Tsuna was not to be told the real reason as to why they were there.

Tsuna on the other hand was feeling sorry for the brother and sister although he didn't understand why Bianchi said 'Hayato's mother'. He could relate to the feelings they might have, for the lost of their father. "I'm sorry for asking that. I didn't mean to make you remember it. But don't worry. If you ever need anything, you can always come to me or my mom. We would love to help you. And although I can't say that I understand what you feel, I understand the feeling of losing someone important to you," said the brunette quietly with sadness and a bit of anxiety on his face.

The other two in the room watched the brunette quietly. To them, Tsuna was an epitome of mystery. They were told that Tsuna was to be Tenth Vongola boss, but Tsuna looked nothing like a mafia boss should be. In fact, he looked so fragile that even a touch from them would make the brunette crumble into dust. Also, everything about him screamed 'protect me' which was not a characteristic a mafia boss needed.

However, the brunette was more than just meet the eyes. They couldn't possibly understand what kind of relationship he had with Reborn and the Varia for them to treat him in this special way. And what could have happened to him to make him have that sad yet frightened look although he seemingly had a very peaceful and happy life?

They were jolted out of their reverie when the door bell rung. "Oh! Looks like Takeshi is here already," smiled the brunette as he wiped his hands to answer the door. Takeshi had promised to take out Tsuna today, and Tsuna had asked Bianchi and Gokudera to come along so they could look around the city too.

"I'll be back," said brunette and disappeared into the hallway.

The silver haired boy gave a "che" and the woman nodded to show they understood. At first, they were not too fond of this mission, but now they were starting to like it. Somehow, they were happy to have found the Sawadas. Unlike the mafia, they did not reject them, and also, unlike ordinary people, they were not treated as guests. They knew it was still too early to judge people after knowing them for only one day, but they were happy when they got scolded for breaking something or when Nana and Tsuna got worried for them. They felt like they suddenly just got a family. A loving, caring family.

Note: Sumiyoshi* - the second-largest yakuza group in Japan with an estimated 10,000 members. The gang's boss name is Shigeo. Obviously, I just changed one alphabet for my character's name and make that group the biggest one. XD (xxxKimi-chan is the one who found it on Wikipedia and tells me about it so that I could share this with you all.)

author: first, thank you so much for sharing your opinion with me. They help me a lot, so I really appreciate it. :)

then, my apologies to my readers, especially to Xanxus' fans. I misspelled his name last chapter and didn't realized it until some one told me. But i've gone back to correct it. Sorry about that.

Also, someone else pointed out to me that Levi wasn't in the last chapter. And as a writer, i'm embarrassed to say that I actually forgot about him. And when I think about it, I don't know much about him. In anime, most of the time, he was behind Xanxus saying "Boss..." so I don't have much to describe him. So, you won't see much of him in this story. I'm sorry about that too.

and you'll find out the stalker in next chapter. but there is a big hint in this one. :D

Last but not least, i'll try to add as much of your requested paring as I could. I can't promise that all of them would definitely appear but i'll try my best. :)

thank you for reading the story and this.