A Little Jealousy Never Hurt
Summary: Hibari Kyouya was a lot of things but jealous – that was of course before Reborn decided to have a little fun and pair Tsuna with his other guardians. Can the prefect continue to maintain his cool or will he finally snap? TsunaxAll; TsunaxHibari
Pairings: Main is HibarixTsuna and GokuderaxYamamoto. Other pairings are basically TsunaxMukuro, TsunaxGokudera, TsunaxDino, TsunaxA!Reborn etc.
A/N: First KHR fic, so please be kind. There are lots of pairings involved, but in the end this will be a HibarixTsuna. Warnings of OCC-ness. Also, this title is only temporary – can't think of a nicer one at the moment. Lastly, please leave me some reviews; I'd really love to see what you guys think.
Finally finished this chapter. I Actually also finished up to chapter 12 (I still need to edit it though.) Anyway compared to the last 2 chapters, the next few ones will be pretty mild. Hope you guys enjoy though! Anyway, please review. I'll post faster if you do *wink wink*
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CHAPTER 10: Tuna Sandwich
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Everything had gone back to normal after the Halloween event that Reborn had forced them into. Although, Tsuna was glad that the whole fiasco had ended, he wasn't exactly content as to how things had ended. For one, he was never able to solve the mystery behind the red caped phantom he saw back in the mansion. When he asked Reborn about it, the arcobaleno either ignored him or blatantly changed subject.
"Dame-Tsuna!" Reborn stated as he watched his pupil get ready for school from the doorway.
"Hmm?"
"Mama prepared some extra food today. She said you can bring it to school for your friends but I was thinking of delivering it Chrome instead. Based on her living conditions, I'm not so sure if she's been eating properly…"
Tsuna looked at Reborn and smiled. "That's a great idea. Gokudera and the others come here almost every day so it won't really make a difference. Chrome would definitely appreciate it more." The boy mumbled. "And you're right; I do worry about her sometimes. I know Ken and Chikusa are with her but well…it must be hard. I mean, they have no one else other than themselves. They have to work extra hard just to support one another. "He continued, dejectedly.
"That's what families do, Dame-Tsuna. They support one another." Reborn smiled. "You can do the same by delivering Mama's lunchbox to their base, later after school. I'm sure they'll be pleased." He continued before glancing at the wall clock. "Oh and just so you know…you're nearly late…I'd start running if I were you." He grinned as the brunette glanced at the time. He paled at what he saw as he quickly rummaged his room for his things. Once he had everything sorted out, he went down the stairs, grabbed the packs and bid his mother goodbye before finally rushing out the house.
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Tsuna heaved a sigh of relief as he reached the gates of Namimori High with a little less than 5 minutes to spare. He then proceeded towards the hallways and finally to his classroom. Lady luck seemed to be smiling down at him, seeing as there was no Hibari in sight. No Hibari meant no biting and no biting was definitely a good thing.
"Judaime!" Gokudera called out as the brunette came inside the room.
"Yo Tsuna!" Yamamoto followed suit as he waved at the teen. Tsuna smiled at both his friends before approaching them. The three of them chatted for a while but automatically stopped when they caught sight of their teacher in the doorway. To sum it all up, the day went on normally. Like always, Tsuna and the others spent majority of their time copped up in their classroom, listening to their teachers. When lunch break came, he and his friends strolled up the rooftop to eat and spend time together. As usual, both Yamamoto and Gokudera had once again gotten into a heated argument while Ryohei proceeded to bug him in regards to the boxing team. When the bell rang, the group headed back to their respective classrooms and proceeded with their remaining subjects. At around 3:32, their teacher finally dismissed them.
"Judaime!" Gokudera cried out before rushing in front of the surprised teen. "I'm very sorry!" He exclaimed as he bowed his head in front of Tsuna.
"Eh?"
"I-I can't accompany you home today!" He cried. "I just received a text from Bianchi. S-She wants me to accompany her to get ingredients for her new experiment. I refused her so many times but – " The bomber began. "She said that she was already waiting for me outside…"
"Oh Bianchi's here?"
" Y-Yah…" The bomber sighed. "Apparently she's waiting to corner me. Come to think of it, she's been doing so since last week. I guess, she's intent on finishing that love potion of hers…"
"L-love potion?"
"You know she obsessed with Reborn right…well…she said that she was concocting something that'll make him more amorous towards her…" He continued with obvious distaste. "P-Please forgive me Judaime…if only I can…"
"Don't worry about it, Gokudera. It's not like I can't go home by myself." He assured. Now that he thought about it, he was going to be alone today seeing as Yamamoto also had after-school practice that day. Then again maybe it was for the best seeing as he was going to be visiting Chrome and the others anyway.
"I really can't forgive myself for abandoning you like this, Judaime. As the right hand man I should be there to accompany you at ALL times! What if something were to happen…?" The man exclaimed.
"L-like I said, I'll be fine. Bianchi needs your help now. Umm…b-besides i-isn't it the duty of the r-right hand man…to umm…you know help the other members of the f-family." The brunette mumbled as Gokudera's eyes immediately sparkled.
"J-Judaime!" The man exclaimed, his eyes brimming with tears. "Y-You finally acknowledged me you're right hand man a-and as usual you're absolutely right. As your second in command, it is my duty to help the members of the family when you're not around." He continued proudly as he started fixing his things. Tsuna sweat dropped. The bomber had obviously taken his words to heart. If anything, he seemed more enthusiastic than ever. "Judaime, I'll be taking my leave now. I'll call you later, alright?" He beamed as he then rushed out the room. Tsuna heaved a sigh as he began packing his stuff as well. It was already 4 in the afternoon. Kokuyo Land was a bit far on its own. If he didn't hurry, he might not make it home before dark. With that in mind, the brunette then ran out of the room as quickly as he could. He was so focused on the time that he didn't notice the man walking towards him until he slammed right into him.
"S-Sorry!" Tsuna exclaimed. "I-I wasn't watching where I was going…"
"So I've noticed…" The man retorted, nonchalantly. Tsuna's eyes widened as he immediately recognized the voice. He gulped. Maybe, lady luck wasn't so kind after all seeing as he was confronted with none other than the head Chairman of the Disciplinary Committee himself. Not to mention the fact that he was glaring at him.
"H-Hibari-san!"
"Just where are you going in such a rush, herbivore…?"
"Erm…I-I was just about to go home…?" The boy mumbled. He wasn't sure if he should tell Hibari that he was headed to Kokuyo Land. The Skylark wasn't exactly found of that place – the mere mention of it infuriated him.
"You're not a very good liar are you?" The man scoffed as he noticed the boy's gaze wander from one place to another. What was the boy hiding from him? Was he up to no good? "I'm going to ask you again…" He seethed. "Where are you going?"
"S-Somewhere…"
"Herbivore…" Hibari growled in annoyance.
"T-To Kokuyo land…" The brunette squeaked as Hibari growled low in his throat. "I-I…umm…I'm going to visit Chrome…I-I 'm worried th-that she's not eating right and…"
"I don't need to know more than that." The Skylark retorted as Tsuna visibly flinched.
"S-Sorry. I-I didn't…" He mumbled when he noticed Hibari suddenly walk away. It was obvious that the man was irate with his answer but then again why should he? Tsuna pouted as he reminded himself his reason for going there. That's right; he was merely going to visit Chrome – nothing more, nothing less…Why should he feel bothered by Hibari's sudden reaction right? It wasn't like he was going to cause trouble anyway…
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Hibari slammed the door to the Reception Room. He didn't know why but when Tsuna mentioned that he was going to Kokuyo land, his blood started to boil. It wasn't that he hated the place – It was just that it reminded him of his loss…not to mention the pineapple bastard who caused of it.
"So you're leaving Tsuna to go to go to that place alone?" He heard a small voice say. Hibari growled, as he suddenly took out his tonfas. He searched around the room and was surprised to see Reborn lounging on his couch, drinking a freshly made cup of Chamomile Tea.
"Akambo…"
"Sending a sheep into a wolf's den may not be the best idea yet…" Reborn grinned as he glanced at the Skylark who merely raised a brow.
"What makes you think I care? It was his decision to go, not mine. Let him reap what he sow."
"Saa…you're right. Dame-Tsuna is indeed impulsive. He doesn't think about the consequences of his actions." The arcobaleno began. "Whatever happens to him from then on, will definitely be his entire fault. Who cares if Mukuro lays a hand on him, ne? Tsuna knows that the Illusionist is still interested in attaining his body…As you've said…he reaps what he sows…" The baby chuckled.
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"I wonder…will Mukuro finally take control of his body to destroy the Mafia…or will he…decide to do things a little differently. From what I see, he's interested in Tsuna, in more ways than one…" The baby grinned as he watched the teen seethe in reply. "I wonder how long Dame-Tsuna would last. Mukuro is strong and can easily overpower him. I mean…he did defeat you guys during the last time…didn't he?" He added sadistically, knowing that he had hit a sore spot.
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"Oh well…I just hope Tsuna survives the night….you don't want any news spreading about one of your precious Namimori student's being beaten to a pulp or worst…" The baby stated dramatically before disappearing into one of his secret bases. From where he was standing, Hibari growled as he clenched his hand into a solid fist.
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Tsuna felt apprehensive when he finally reached Kokuyo Land. The place was old and practically in shambles. Ever since the place closed down, no one other than Mukuro and his gang had been hanging around the area. Some people had deemed it deserted…while others even haunted.
"C-Chrome…?" Tsuna called out as he cautiously went inside the main building. He looked around the place and literally shuddered. Other than a fridge, a sofa and an old dusty table, there were no other furniture. The place was also covered in cobwebs and practically crawling with bugs. "I-Is anybody here?"
"B-boss?" A small female voice finally said, as a petite girl carrying a trident emerged from the adjoining room. "W-What are you doing here?"
"C-Chrome. I'm glad you're here" The brunette began as the girl looked at him warily. "Umm...where are Ken and Chikusa?"
"T-they're out. They went to buy some supplies…Is there anything you need?"
"Oh umm…nothing…actually I came here to give you this." Tsuna mumbled as he passed the box of food to the girl. "Mom cooked a lot today so umm…yah…" He blushed, unsure of what else to say. The girl smiled politely and bowed her head in thanks.
"P-please tell your mom, thank you…I-I..umm…We really appreciate it." She mumbled before placing the box on the table. "I-I can't offer you anything b-but please take a seat…"
"It's alright. I'm about to leave anyway." The brunette politely refused as he then began to walk towards the entrance. Unfortunately, just when he was about to exit the building, the room was suddenly shrouded by a thick mist. Tsuna immediately froze as he felt a familiar yet ominous presence lurking from behind him.
"Leaving do soon Vongola…? Kufufu…"
"M-Mukuro!" Tsuna gaped as he caught sight of his Mist Guardian, standing placidly where Chrome used to be. "Umm…h-how are you?" He queried, uncertainly as he slowly backed away.
"Don't worry, Vongola…I have no intention of claiming your body…at least not yet…" The man chuckled as he poked through the lunch box. "Why don't you eat with me?"
"E-eh? N-no thanks…I-I just ate…and well…those are you for guys." Tsuna mumbled. "Ken, Chikusa and even Chrome seemed to have enjoyed t-the onigiris mom made from before…and well she cooked a lot today s-so…"
"So I've heard…" The man smiled before taking a piece in his hand. He looked at it, smiled, and returned it to the box.
"W-why don't you have some?"
"In as much as I would love to…It would only be a waste. I can't exactly taste. My senses aren't my own. As you can see I'm merely using Chrome's body as a vessel. My real body is still trapped within Vendicare…"
Tsuna frowned. "S-sorry…"
"Hmm…whatever are you apologizing for?" Mukuro queried as he gradually neared the boy. "It was my decision to eradicate the Mafia and it was likewise my choice to kill off those filthy little maggots… getting caught was merely a minor setback…"
"B-but…" Tsuna mumbled, furrowing his brows. According to Reborn, Mukuro had suffered a lot in the hands of the Mafia. What they did to him as a child was beyond imaginable and likewise inhumane. It was because of that reason that the illusionist strived to become stronger and eventually take revenge. In his opinion, Mukuro was more of a victim than anything else. "It's not right. No one should suffer like you did…I mean…"
"Ah…" Mukuro laughed as he glanced at the boy. "You really are too nice for your own good, Vongola…but you forget that I was the one who killed Lanchia's family…I was the one who went after your fellow students….I was the one who injured you beloved friends and possessed their bodies…" He stated as he smiled manically. He didn't know why but he wanted to scare the boy. He wanted to shake and demoralize him. It was then he remembered what Reborn told him about Tsuna and Hibari. The illusionist grinned. "I was the one defeated your precious carnivore…crushed his wings and…trampled on his little pride." He continued as Tsuna visibly flinched.
"T-that's true but…"
"I was also the one…" Mukuro stated as he then circled the boy until such a time that he had him trapped against the wall. "Who tried to take you body…" He smirked sadistically. "You of all the people should be fearing me…not pitying me. I'm a killer…Who knows maybe even a demon…kufufu…" He purred as he then slowly lifted his hand, only to have his thumb trace the boy's chaste lips. Mukuro grinned to himself and briefly wondered if the Skylark had already staked his claim on the boy. He wondered if those lips had been taken – wondered how they would feel…or even taste like.
"Y-you're not a devil!" Tsuna suddenly exclaimed as he looked at Mukuro directly in the eye. The illusionist seemed taken aback at the boy's sudden outburst and raised a brow. "Y-you saved Ken and Chikusa didn't you? You used yourself as bait and let them escape Vendicare." The boy began as the older man, relinquished his hold on him. "H-how about Chrome…you keep saying that she's merely a vessel b-but you've never exactly abandoned her…you protected her a-and even treated her kindly."
"Kufufufu…To see the good side of a murderer….Honestly Vongola….it's either you're way to kind or simply too stupid for your own good." The man laughed as the boy merely pouted in reply. He didn't know why but this was the first time, he had encountered someone so naïve. People normally looked down at his kind. Others would run for their lives and yet this boy who looked awfully like a lost bunny was seemingly comforting him. It was almost ironic and yet comforting in its own way. The illusionist sighed as he sat himself on the couch. "If people in the Mafia were just like you…If only you were with me at that time…" He whispered to himself as Tsuna carefully approached him.
"D-did you say something…?"
"Kufufu its nothing important…Anyway come sit with me for a while." The man grinned before patting the space beside him. Tsuna looked at him hesitantly. "Don't worry…I don't bite like a certain someone…"He laughed as the boy obliged him. It was at that moment, that Mukuro felt an ominous presence from outside the building. He glanced at the window, and laughed. "So protective…" He mumbled to himself.
"Protective?"
"It's nothing…kufufu…" The man cooed as he turned his full attention back on the young Decimo. "So, Tsunayoshi…how's that little bird of yours?
"B-bird?"
"Oh you know…the little egotistical chick that's been watching over you recently." Mukuro chuckled. "He must be quite the handful…I mean he's aggressive, brash and impetuous. He acts like an adult, when he's nothing more than a weak little birdie…" The man continued blatantly. "He was so easy to fool…so easy to manipulate…"
"E-eh?" Tsuna gaped. Had Mukuro finally gone mad? Why the hell was he suddenly mumbling about birds and chicks.
"Ne, Tsunayoshi…" The man purred, before slowly leaning closer towards the boy. He felt the aura outside grow stronger, and he could feel someone practically glaring at his back. Mukuro chuckled as a thought suddenly came into mind. "Ne Tsunayoshi…" He repeated. "Did you know that there are some types of birds that are protective over their supposed mates?" The man whispered, in such a way that only Tsuna could hear.
"B-birds?"
Mukuro grinned, as he nodded his head. "Your little pet for instance will most likely pounce when I do something like this…" He continued as he suddenly pushed the boy on the couch and nipped along his earlobe. Tsuna gave a startled moan. "Ah…Didn't think you'd be sensitive there… Kufufu. How…cute…" The man purred as he slowly advanced towards him. It was at that moment, that a shattering sound suddenly caught their attention. Mukuro grinned as he wordlessly got off Tsuna, who on the other hand automatically crawled away. "You didn't have to break the window you know…the door was wide open…kufufu." He stated before glancing at the dark haired teen who jumped from the opening.
"H-Hibari-san…" Tsuna gaped as he caught sight of his Cloud Guardian, who in turn merely glared at him. The boy flinched and immediately looked away.
"Ah, as predicted the little birdie got mad…kufufu…" The illusionist mocked when Hibari suddenly came rushing at him with his tonfas. "Now, now…no need to get mad…I never planned on –"He cooed.
"If you don't shut up herbivore, I'll crush that little pineapple head of yours." The man glared as he cut him off midway. Mukuro felt a nerve twitch despite his smile. Did Hibari just call him what he thought he did? The little bird apparently had guts as he continuously parried his barrage of assaults using his trident.
"S-Stop!" Tsuna mumbled as he watched his guardians spar with each other. If someone didn't stop them, one of them was seriously going to get injured. To his horror, it was at that precise moment that Hibari swung his tonfa, hitting his Mist Guardian squarely on the face. Mukuro frowned at the impact and slowly backed away from the infuriated Skylark. True, the illusionist was strong and defeated Hibari the last time, but he was merely using Chrome's body to create an illusion of himself at the moment. Now that he thought about it, since Chrome and Mukuro shared a body was it possible that the girl was also feeling the pain of Hibari's blows? He wasn't sure but the idea was definitely plausible. "STOP!" The boy cried out for the second time as he suddenly came in between the two men, or rather in front of Mukuro. Both fighters stopped almost immediately as they turned their focus on the brunette. Mukuro looked at Tsuna incredulously while the Skylark glared daggers at him.
"Get out of my way herbivore…" Hibari grounded out. Tsuna had his arms stretched out in a seemingly protective manner. He was protecting Mukuro…not him…but that goddamn bastard.
"H-Hibari-san…p-please stop…" Tsuna pleaded.
"If you don't get out…I will bite you to death…" The man seethed angrily. Why was the herbivore protecting an enemy? Doesn't he realize that he was almost eaten alive just minutes ago? Didn't he know that he went all the way there just to save him?
"I-I won't move…" The boy stated firmly. He was trembling but relentlessly remained where he was. He was doing it for Chrome.
"Herbivore…" The prefect growled, warningly as he got into position. When the boy still refused to move, he lunged right at him. Tsuna upon seeing this immediately closed his eyes and awaited for the impact. To his surprise none came.
"Tch…" Hibari growled as Tsuna slowly reopened his eyes. It was at that instant that he noticed the teen's weapon inches away from his face. The boy shuddered but was immediately taken aback when the prefect suddenly drew back, and lowered his tonfas. He then glared at him before wordlessly exiting the building.
"I'm flattered that you took my side but..." Mukuro began as he slowly approached the boy.
"I-I didn't. I was worried about Chrome…" The brunette muttered, sadly. "You guys share a body… actually its Chrome's body you're using s-so…" He continued.
"Is that it?" Mukuro pouted. "And here he was, thinking that you chose me over bird boy…" He continued, dejectedly. He knew it was childish of him but for some reason he wanted the young Decimo to notice him as well. Not just Nagi – but him as well. The illusionist sighed as he tried to reorient himself. He then forced out a smile as he once again glanced at the boy. "Rest assured, Vongola…Nagi-chan is safe." He murmured. "And now that you've mentioned it, maybe it's about time we change…appearing like this takes a lot of concentration plus a decent amount of strength. My fight with Hibari seemed to have drained me of both." He sighed. "And speaking of the little bird, maybe you should follow him…kufufu…he seems slightly miffed." He continued, knowingly.
"R-right, t-then I'll be going now!" Tsuna stated as he ran towards the exit. He stopped midway and abruptly turned back. "M-Mukuro…" He cried out as the teen looked at him questioningly. "I'll make sure…"
"Hmm?"
"I'll make sure that you'll be able to taste my mom's cooking…" Tsuna mumbled. "So j-just wait…" He continued, as the man's eyes widened. It was as if the boy was hinting something about freeing him from Vendicare. Was that even possible? He didn't want to expect but part of him felt warm and even hopeful.
"Stupid…" The man murmured as he then disappeared into the mist.
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Tsuna raced after Hibari after bidding his goodbye to Mukuro. The man ignored him and didn't even acknowledge him as he simply continued on with his pacing. Come to think of it, the man didn't even spare him a glance despite knowing the fact that he was following close behind. Tsuna frowned. Why was Hibari so mad? Was it because he interrupted his fight with his rival…? Was it because he disobeyed his orders?
"Hi-Hibari-san?" Tsuna mumbled only to be met with silence. The brunette frowned. The thought of Hibari acting apathetic towards him was bothersome. The thought in itself made him want to – no he wasn't going to cry. "H-Hibari-san…" The boy stuttered once again. His voice was shaking as he continued to watch the figure walk ahead of him. When he had rushed in front of Mukuro earlier, he had never expected Hibari to actually get angry. It wasn't like he did it to spite him…He merely did it for Chrome's sake. "H-Hibari-san…" Tsuna reiterated for the third time as he suddenly grasped the end of the teen coat. The man stopped walking but refused to look at the brunette. "I'm sorry…I d-didn't mean to interrupt your fight…I…" The boy rambled on. "I didn't mean to go against you…I didn't mean…"
"Herbivore…" The skylark stated as he finally turned to look down at the boy. He heaved a sigh. Tsuna was looking at him with puppy dog eyes. True he was frustrated earlier but he wasn't mad because his fight with the illusionist was cut short. He was mad for a different reason…one that he himself wasn't so sure off.
"Hi-Hibari-san…" Tsuna mumbled once again. "I'm really sorry…Y-you can even bite me to death…ju-just don't…" He mumbled. "J-just don't ignore me…"
The Skylark frowned as he slowly brought his hand to Tsuna's head. "I'm not mad, herbivore…" He stated as the boy looked up at him. "And I wasn't ignoring you…" He continued, nonchalantly. True enough he didn't ignore the boy on purpose – he was merely unsure of what to say at that moment which was why he remained silent.
"You were…"
"I wasn't." Hibari reiterated as an idea suddenly came to mind. He grinned as he glanced at the boy. "Although if you want more proof…I'd gladly take up your offer…"
"Eh?
"Didn't you say that I can bite you to death…?" He stated as Tsuna immediately turned pale in realization.
"N-no…I…I was just joking t-that time…" The brunette staggered as Hibari took out his tonfas.
"Nonsense herbivore…I don't want you feeling ignored now would I?" He grinned as he watched the boy slowly back away before finally breaking into a full run. Hibari chuckled to himself as he wordlessly chased after his willful prey. All was forgiven.
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END OF CHAPTER 10:
This chapter will still be edited so please bear with it for a while. Also this won't be the last time you'll see Mukuro …on contraire…our favorite pineapple illusionist will make an appearance again soon. This whole thing was merely like an introduction. :3
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