Narutopokefan Hehe, I did want to put the translations up but it's more of a secret. Haha, Mukuro is so easy to read :D
ezcap1st mhm, I was in the mood to write so yep. Haha, Hibari should have just asked him out ^^ but it's all good. He let Tsuna know he's interested. Yes, I ship GGiotto, they're so lovely together and I'm happy that you like them in my story :) That Mukuro and his stalking skills.
ladysakura143 Yes, G and Giotto. Alaude won't pop up until a little later. Aw! I know, Hibari is really sweet, my ideal bf too! Pft, Gokudera is Gokudera :)
Hanori Shiki G and Giotto :) LOL, yep, Gokudera looooves his tenth and Yamamoto too. Oh poor Hibari, if he got beat up by Giotto _; PFT. Tsuna's too naïve to know why. And yes, I think it would be interesting for an idea like that. Giotto's too much of a fool to realize that people could just take off the mask.
Sayaemogirl OH CRAP. Tsuna doesn't have his protection! LOL. Yes Yes, Hibari, please save your Tsuna. 6927 does make it fun cause Mukuro is such a weirdo.
peanutkisses Thank you :)
Kichou LOL, I know, Giotto, you're just so cutely dumb sometimes. Hibari and Mukuro already stole his lips, a second time won't hurt. Mukuro does pop up everywhere, just waiting for Tsuna to come along. Pft, Nana may be happy when she finds out cause she's such a loving mother. Hibari~~ save Tsuna from Mukuro! Aw, yes, a proper date for 1827. HM, that won't come along until later. But, I like the idea of them going to the movie! I might just put that in :)
xYueex Mhm, after reading angst, gotta read something happy to pick up the mood! I do that too. Giotto is a protective brother and he is funny cause he's so silly. Aw, yeah, poor Hibari but at least he didn't get beaten up. That is loooove you're reading :D Haha, getting caught is pretty nerve wrecking ^^ Good thing you didn't. Tsuna is, hehe, but I have my preferences with my pairings~ They're listed in my profile if you'd like to know. Hibari's too smart, he won't get the wrong impression from Tsuna running away from him. LOL, FF has many issues (like with line breaks…totally annoys me) :)
Lorey AW. It's ok, he won't cheat on Hibari unless he's forced too!
AngelDono That mask is his chasity belt, lol. PFT, if Mama knew, oh god, Tsuna would be devastated.
kurosaki9 lol~ Tsuna's lips are already non-virgin. More importantly, he should protect…below his waist XD. LOL, Nana, how bad of you! Giving your son to Mukuro. Just hand him over to Hibari already.
DatAznKid Haha, oh Giotto you~
ReaperofDarkness LOL. Bing translator is crazy. And yeah, it really does translate into weird…stuff. Mhm, at least Bing got Ti Amo right! Which fairly simple. G made me aw too when I wrote that out. LOL, What a lovely man. HAHA~ I'm glad I portrayed Gokudera as his tako-head self :D Oh Hibari, he wouldn't out right say 'I like you' to Tsuna :D Haha, Nana can be non-motherly at times :D~
Lireach Haha, confessing his love as a distraction ^^; LOL, mentally molested, oh dear, poor Tsuna there.
Chapter Ten has food.
"Tsunayoshi-kun."
Mukuro called out to the brunette sitting across from him. Letting out a soft sigh, the blue-haired folded his arms across his chest and leaned back in his chair, giving Tsuna a stern look. "Tsunayoshi-kun," he called once more and waited patiently for the boy to respond.
Shaking his head side to side, the boy cast his eyes downwards, a little frightened. Well, this is a cute side of him.
"I won't do anything to you," Mukuro said. Leaning forward, the blue-haired rested his elbows on the table, intertwining his fingers to form a bridge to rest his chin on.
Still, the boy refused to utter a sound and shook his head no. Smiling, Mukuro questioned him once more. "I promise this time."
Tsuna's long and pretty eyelashes batted a few times before he finally lowered his hands down to his side, uncovering his mouth. Finally. Though I guess I have to keep my promise now.
"M-Mukuro?"
In a quiet voice, Tsuna spoke the blue-haired's name and looked into his eyes. "Hm?"
"W-Why are we here?"
"Remember? you owe me a drink?"
Nodding, Tsuna mumbled yes. "B-but, only a drink."
"Kufufufu. It doesn't hurt to eat."
Mukuro had brought Tsuna to a Japanese pancake restaurant. Rather than sitting at the grill where the chef cooks for the customers, the blue-haired choose the table so that he could see Tsuna's face. Picking up the spatula, Mukuro poked at the dough cooking on the grill.
"It's done. Eat Tsunayoshi-kun."
Fidgeting in his seat, Tsuna didn't pick up his chopsticks. Hands rested in his lap, he stayed silent as he stared down at his empty plate. What's wrong?
"Oya. Are you being polite?"
For a split second, Tsuna's body flinched and Mukuro knew that he was right. Smiling, he took hold of the second spatula and started cutting the pancake into fours. Setting the utensils down, the blue-haired picked up his chopsticks and took a bite of the food.
Chewing the pancake to tiny pieces, Mukuro swallowed the food and with his chopsticks, grabbed for more. This time though, it wasn't for himself. Leaning slightly forward, he pointed the chopsticks towards the brunette.
"Say 'ah' Tsunayoshi-kun."
"Eh?"
The boy quickly shook his head from side to side, refusing to be fed by the blue-haired. "I-I'll eat on my own," he shyly said, avoiding Mukuro.
"Kufufufu. That's too bad." Really too bad.
Sitting back down in his seat, he ate the piece he was going to feed to Tsuna, a little disappointed. Despite that, he was happy to see the brunette finally eating. He seemed so nervous at first, just sitting quietly in his chair and playing around with whatever he could find to not make it seem so awkward. Though, he wasn't helping much.
"Is it good?"
"…Yes."
"Good."
The two ate in silence, Mukuro watching Tsuna's every move as the boy kept his attention away from the blue-haired in front of him. It felt like the brunette was eating by himself since he refused to interact with Mukuro and it bothered him – just a bit.
"Hey Tsunayoshi-kun." Turn this way.
Even though Mukuro had called his name, the brunette still refused to look his way. This infuriated him a little. As he sat there, contemplating on a few things, an idea lit up. Lips curved into a small devilish smile.
"Tsunayoshi-kun, do you like me?"
Body frozen, Tsuna didn't budge an inch for a few seconds. Got him. Eyes wide, Tsuna looked up and met with Mukuro's gaze. His beautiful brown orbs were filled with astonishment but if looked deeply, there was a small hint of confusion.
"Kufufufu," amused, Mukuro chuckled. "I suppose not."
That comment stirred another emotion inside the boy. His face suddenly fell, sullen. Eyes no longer held confusion, rather, despair. Was something wrong?
The blue-haired paused for a moment before continuing on with what he wanted to say. He studied the brunette's expression, trying to read his emotions, but failed miserably. All he could get from Tsuna was the feeling of sadness. It wasn't disappointment. Wait. As Mukuro watched him for a little longer, he finally caught on. It's guilt.
That confused Mukuro furthermore. Guilt? Why would that question make him feel that way? The blue-haired couldn't comprehend and the longer he looked at Tsuna's sadden face, the worse he felt. The boy should be smiling or at least, having a different emotion coursing through him. Not, misery.
"You don't have to answer that question. I was just teasing. But-"
Mukuro paused mid-sentence before continuing, making sure that Tsuna was looking at him. When their gazes met, the blue-haired stared at him, seriousness filled in his mysterious eyes. Waiting a few seconds, the brunette didn't look away and that gave Mukuro the cue to finish his sentence.
"Tsunayoshi-kun, I like you."
Bursting out in small fits of laughter, Mukuro smiled a little as he watched Tsuna's expression change to dismay. It's so cute. Is what Mukuro thought of him even though the brunette's mouth was widely opened, bits and pieces of food still visible in his mouth and almost slipping out.
"Food is coming out," Mukuro said and pointed a finger at the boy.
Snapping out of his trance, Tsuna quickly closed his mouth, covering it with his hand. His once pale face turned a different color, his cheeks glowing pink.
"Kufufufu." All Mukuro could do was laugh.
"W-Why…?"
It was a meek voice but loud enough for the blue-haired to catch on. "You could say, love at first sight?"
In a way, it is.
"U-Um..."
Oya?
Waiting patiently, Mukuro wanted to hear what Tsuna had to say about this. Actually, he wasn't that patient. But he was eager to know; therefore, had to wait and not force it out of the brunette. Otherwise, he would just seal it in his heart and not voice it out.
"M-Mukuro-"
"Mukuro-sama!"
Tsuna's voice was so soft, that it was overridden by an unexpected guest. Looking to the side of the table, he met with three unknown strangers he hadn't yet seen before but they were most likely Mukuro's acquaintances since they wore the same school uniform.
Mukuro's face turned to one full of displeasure. Frustrated upon the disruption. Cursing to himself, the blue-haired fought his angered emotions, trying not to lose his cool. Taking a deep breath, Mukuro forced a smile behind gritted teeth and looked over at the three interlopers.
"Ken. Chikusa. Chrome."
He spoke all three of their names, pausing each time. It sounded as if he was disciplining them and which, he was about to.
"Ta byan!"
The boy who had ushered the blue-haired's name earlier suddenly looked a little terrified. He had blonde hair with pins pushing his bangs back. There was a mark across his face and when he smiled, you could see fangs.
"Ken…" This time, it was the other male standing beside the blonde. He had a bob cut with a white beanie covering it. And, was that a barcode on his cheek?
"Mukuro-sama, are we interrupting?"
A sweet and soft voice resounded into the brunette's ears, and this time, it was the timid looking girl who spoke.
"What does my face tell you?" Mukuro asked, smiling.
The trio fell silent and nodded their head in unison. That cracked a smile from the brunette and Mukuro caught sight of it from the corner of his eyes. Oya, he's happy again.
Mukuro was about to say something to the boy but suddenly, loud music interrupted him. "T-That's mine," Tsuna said. Apologetically, he picked up his cell phone and held the device to his ear.
"Hello?"
Mukuro watched as the boy spoke with the person on the other line. There were expressions from the brunette he hadn't yet seen and the blue-haired could only wonder who it was that Tsuna was talking to. He seemed to be in a frantic mess.
Tsuna finished his call. Hanging up his phone, he sighed quietly to himself. Batting his eyes at the blue-haired, he parted his lips to speak. "M-Mukuro."
Mukuro waited.
"U-Um. I-I have to go."
He guessed as much.
"I-I'm sorry. U-Um, I-I'll pay for this…"
"No need. It's covered."
"E-Eh?"
"Ken will pay. Since he'll eat it anyways," smirking, Mukuro turned his attention to the blonde.
"T-Ta byan? M-Mukuro-sama?" Eyes wide, Ken stared at the blue-haired nervously.
"I-Is that ok…? I-I feel bad."
He's still stuttering.
"It's fine."
Tsuna didn't seem to be satisfied but he was in a hurry. His whole body was already turned towards the right, pointing at the exited. He really needed to leave. "Ok. I-I'll see you around." Cutely, Tsuna bowed his head and swiftly got up from his seat.
Mukuro chuckled to himself as he watched the boy walk towards the door. He was shaky and his legs were wobbling from side to side. Shoulders were arched, hiding his neck as he grabbed onto the hem of his sweater.
The blue-haired burst into laughter when he saw Tsuna run into the glass door. He was so preoccupied that he didn't notice that it was closed. The brunette became flustered, hands reaching up to clutch at his red nose. Frantically, he pushed the door open in success and ran, as fast as his feet could carry him.
Why is he so cute?
"Who is that, Mukuro-sama?" It was the girl, Chrome who questioned the blue-haired as she took a seat next to him.
"That?" Mukuro said, still laughing. As he tried to calm himself down, he looked down at the girl. "My future lover."
"EH?" That was Ken who looked as if he was going to pass out from that bit of information.
"Kufufufu." I'll get him next time.
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I'm in deep trouble.
That call he had received was from no one other than his brother. Giotto, seated on Tsuna's bed, glared at the boy right when he walked through the door. The brunette swallowed a lump caught in his throat and braced himself for a long lecture.
"Tsunayoshi."
Oh crap. Letting out a deep quiet breath, Tsuna hid half of his body behind the door, waiting for his brother to continue on.
"Come in," Giotto motioned a finger.
The brunette's body tensed and he shook his head no, further angering the blonde."Tsunayoshi."
Tsuna flinched at the tone of voice emitted from his brother's lips. He back stepped a little, ready to run down the stairs but bumped into someone from behind. "G-G-nii-san?" Tilting his head back, Tsuna peered up at the redhead who wore a smile on his face.
"San? I thought I told you to drop that," G murmured as he placed his hands at either side of the brunette's shoulder and guided him into the room.
His attention switched from the brunette to his best friend. "Stop being so harsh."
"I'm not," Giotto argued.
"Don't lie," G warned.
Standing close behind the boy, G slipped his hands down and wrapped it around Tsuna's neck, embracing the brunette. He rested his chin on top of Tsuna's hair while keeping his attention on Giotto.
"…G."
"What? Tsuna's like my brother too."
Giotto scoffed, only making Tsuna lean in further to the red-head's touch. "Fine." He sighed. "I won't scold you for forgetting this since I'll get an earful from G," the blonde mumbled as he spun the mask around on his finger.
"Though, we need to talk."
"I-I don't want to…" Tsuna whispered.
Uncrossing a leg, Giotto placed his foot on the ground and stood up, approaching the boy and his best friend. "We do." The blonde stopped just a few centimeters in front of Tsuna and leaned down to look at his face.
Tsuna turned his head to the side, avoiding the blonde's gaze. "Tsuna." No.
"Well, let me know one thing then. Is there something between you and Hibari?"
"N-No…"
"Ok. Then why did he do that?"
"I-I don't know."
"Giotto, seriously, stop interrogating your brother. You're not the police," G released his hold from the nervous brunette and gently brushed past him, separating Tsuna from Giotto.
Both young men stood tall, facing one another. Locked in a heated stare, Giotto crossed his arms over his chest and demanded that G back down. The red-head replied with a no. The atmosphere was getting tense and Tsuna felt guilt stirring up inside of him.
I don't want them to fight. "P-Please don't fight."
Popping up from behind G, Tsuna grabbed onto Giotto's arm and clung on tightly to it. "Giotto-nii."
Taking a deep breath, Giotto relaxed. With his free arm, he placed a hand on top of the brunette's hair and gently patted him. "Don't worry. We fight all the time. This is nothing."
"Yeah Tsuna, you should know by now," G added.
"I-I know. But I don't like it," Tsuna said, pouting.
Giotto suddenly felt bad for starting this inane argument, but he was only worried about Tsuna. However, if the brunette didn't want to say anything, then it was best to leave it at that. Forcing it out of him isn't the way to go. A soft and gentle sigh escaped from the blonde's lips. Smiling, he apologized to his brother.
"Sorry. I'll let it go…"
Thank god.
"For now."
No…
Puffing his cheeks out, Tsuna pouted and peered up at his brother, giving Giotto the puppy face. The blonde smiled, "That's not going to work," and waved him off.
Aw.
"Giotto, you're such a bully," G said.
"Wow. Aren't you nice? And I'm not a bully," Giotto retorted.
"Yes you are. Almost making Tsuna cry."
"He didn't cry," Giotto said, his tone of voice filled with uncertainty. Stealing a glance at the brunette still hanging onto him, he checked Tsuna's face for tears and there was none.
"Bul-ly," G sang.
"G."
In a split second, G was out of the room with Giotto chasing him from behind. Tsuna stared at the empty wall outside his door, a little lost since everything happened too fast.
"They're more like kids than you," a voice popped out of nowhere.
"Wah!"
Startled, Tsuna jumped but when his eyes caught sight of curly side burns, he sighed and relaxed. "It's just you Reborn."
"Its dinner."
"E-Eh? A-Ah. Then, let's go."
Tsuna was relieved that he didn't have to be quizzed by his brother today or have a 'talk.' It was all thanks to G and the brunette cannot express how happy he was that the red-head was here today. I'll have to thank G-nii-san…no G-nii later.
Lips curved into a small smile and Tsuna happily followed Reborn down to the kitchen.
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Searching left and right, Tsuna scanned the area, making sure that there was no one he knew. When he knew that everything was clear, he walked past the cash register and to the isle he never thought he would once again visit.
Tsuna was at the bookstore, ready to stock up on more BL material. Pinching the tip of his cap with his thumb and forefinger, the brunette tugged at it, pulling his hat down further and covering his forehead.
Against his will, he was dressed in a skirt. The boy really disliked the thought but he just couldn't gather enough courage to actually walk in as a boy and purchasing BL. It was just too awkward. As embarrassing as it was to crossplay, he had to do it.
Since I got manga, I should try a novel this time.
The shop was less crowded than the previous time Tsuna came so it allowed him to look at his choices more carefully. Picking the middle area of the isle, the boy pulled out a few novel books.
Hm…business men? Nah.
Since these were 'study materials' and not for entertainment purposes, not that he actually didn't enjoy them, he just needed something that related more to himself because he was really caught in a dilemma with what has been happening.
It confused him. Obviously, Mukuro had confessed that he liked the boy. And Hibari said he was 'interested.' But, it's still all a blur. Why did they like him in the first place? But more importantly, how did Tsuna feel?
He wasn't too sure himself. At first, he did like Hibari a little. But when he's around Mukuro, he also feels self-conscious.
Tsuna just didn't understand.
About thirty minutes must have passed and Tsuna was still in the same exact spot. He took his time in deciding and in the end; he had chosen three books, all novels. He figured there could be more development instead of all sex. Reading that just made the boy extremely embarrassed and he could barely get pass the pages. Moreover, he actually skipped the sex scenes except for the first time he read it.
Ok. I think this is good enough.
Happy with his choices, Tsuna clutched them under his armpit in attempt to hide the covers and headed towards the cashier. Good.
"Tsuna?"
Oh no. Someone had spotted the brunette.
Tsuna pretended that he didn't hear anything and walked on. To no avail, the person did not ignore him.
"Is that you Tsuna?"
That voice. It was Yamamoto.
Author's Note. Oh crap, Tsuna, you just got confessed too! And pft, poor Mukuro, he got interrupted by the three trio.
But worse, Yamamoto just spotted him! Oh no Tsuna, run away! Just run and pretend like you didn't see him at all.
So, Spoiler for Chapter Eleven. Tsuna encounters Yamamoto and he can't get away, what will happen now?
OH NO. Bad things are going down or…will it? :)
T.T And too bad, no Hibari here but he will show up soon enough. :D Thanks for reading and please keep the reviews coming :D