Chapter 11: they'll be great parents. Something's up with the Star?

-sometime in the middle of the night-

Kid sat straight up in his bed panting slightly as a loud clap of thunder sounds. He slows his breathing as he collects himself. He laid back down. Another loud clap of thunder banged out side. He clung to Soul and buried his face in his chest, eyes shut tight.

Soul woke up slowly and looked down at Kid. He instantly felt bad as he watched his boyfriend shiver, clinging to his chest. "Whats wrong?"

"N-noth-nothing..." Kid stuttered, still shaking. He wrapped his arm around his lover comfortingly and pulled him closer to him. He was still slightly confused until Kid winced from another loud clap of thunder.

'Oh...' He thought, realizing the issue. "Shhh... It's ok, I'm here, It's alright..." Soul cooed, stoking Kid's hair. Kid loosed his grip and sighed lightly. He nuzzled Soul's chest as he sighed in pleasure. Soul covered Kid's ears so his lover could relax.

Soul kissed the top of Kid's head and hugged him. Kid relaxed and became more comfortable as the thunder became quieter until it slowed to a stop. It had been about an hour and they were tired now. Both loosened their grips so they were only resting on each other and calmed down.

They enjoyed the soothing sound of the rain on the roof and window. Kid fell asleep again in Soul's arms. Soul smiled and cuddled up with him. It wasnt long before Soul was asleep again.

-meanwhile-

Black Star and Tsubaki finally made their way home. Black Star trudged up the stairs without another word. He stormed into his room, slamming his bedroom door behind him. "FUCK!" He shouted as he punched the wall in complete anger. He raked a hand through his hair and leaned back against the wall.

He slid down and sat next to the small pile of drywall that he had just made with the hole he punched in the wall. He rested his forehead on his palms, cursing under his breath.

He slumped against the wall as tears stung at his eyes. He sat there for a little while crying. His room was dark, the only light being from flashes of lightning. He sighed in defeat. He had pretty much nothing left.

Tsubaki covered her mouth to stop a gasp at her meiter's sudden attitude change. He pressed her ear against the door and listened quietly. She slowly opened the door, revealing Black Star crying. She shuffled in slowly. "B-Black Star..."

He mumbled something that she couldn't understand. She had never seen him like this before. She kneeled down in front of him and placed her hand gently on his shoulder. "Whats wrong?..." She practically whispered.

"Nothing..." He murmured into his hands. "Oh Black Star..." She sighed. She hugged him. He tensed up a bit at first, he had never actually been hugged by someone for comfort, he had never seemed to need one and kept his emotions to himself.

But this time he really needed one, he wasnt quite sure why but he needed one,badly. He wrapped his arms around her tightly and buried his face into her shoulder. She rubbed his back softly to comfort him. He sobbed in their embrace, soaking her collar.

After a while he calmed down, still sniffling slightly, and let go. She sat back and he looked up at her, rubbing his eyes lazily. She smiled and stood up. "Th-thank you..." He mumbled as she left the room, closing the door on her way out.

He shakily stood up and changed into another pair of white shorts and a dark red t shirt. He sighed and looked at the clock. It said it was midnight. He sighed again as the thunder slowed. He flopped onto his bed, cuddling up with his pillow, tonight he needed comfort, something to curl up with.

He slowly fell asleep to the sound of the rain.

-in his dream-

"Look Black Star, I, it was a mistake, I love Kid... I-Im sorry..." The scythe stared at the ground. Black Star suddenly felt a sharp pain in his chest. He looked down to see Soul holding a dagger in his chest, where his heart was. He slowly slid it out and Black Star saw that the blade had something engraved in it; 'I love Kid'.

He stumbled backwards, holding his hand to the wound. "W-why?" Black star coughed, some blood trailing down his chin. "You'e got a nice body, but your an ass. You're a pathetic asshole. Worthless, egotistical douchebag." Every word stung more and more.

The assassin fell to the ground, on all fours. "But I love you..." He coughed out again, blood splattering onto the floor as he spoke. "That's great to hear, but I dont." Soul spoke bitterly and coldly. He nudged Black Star with his foot, pushing him down on his side.

The last image Black Star saw before everything faded into the darkness was Soul, walking away.

Black Star sat up in a cold sweat panting. He felt his chest, finding no wound. He sighed in releif. "It seemed so real..." He said breathily. He laid back down, raking a hand through his hair, sighing. He rested his head back onto his pillow, closing his eyes, trying to go back to sleep.

He sighed and focused on the pitter patter of the rain on his window. His breathing slowed as he relaxed. "Just a dream..." He yawned, reminding himself. He rubbed his chest again. He settled down after a little while. Soon he was back asleep.

-in the morning, gallows manor-

Soul's eyes blinked open as he woke up. He looked down to kid who was still sleeping. He smiled lightly and turned to look at the clock. It was 6 o clock. He tapped Kid's shoulder, waking him. "Kid, it's time to get up..." He said softly.

Kid snuggled closer into the warmth his boyfriend provided. He wrapped his arm around Soul's waist. Soul sighed. "C'mon..." He poked his forehead, earning a groan from Kid. "Its too early..." He murmured.

Soul sighed again. He slowly sat up and threw his legs over the side of the bed. He stood up lazily. Once he steadied himself he pulled the blanked off of Kid. Kid groaned in protest and slowly sat up. "Fine..." He mumbled. He shuffled into the hallway and down to the kitchen.

He took Soul's hand and drug him down the stairs with him. Kid sat at the couch and Soul poured two bowls of cereal and brought them to the table. He set one in front of Kid and one in front of himself.

Kid placed his bowl on his stomach as he ate. Occasionally he had to lift the bowl whenever Addison kicked. Soul found it amusing watching his boyfriend lift the bowl every few seconds to avoid having the contents spilled.

Their mornings were usually pretty quiet. Kid wasnt too much of a morning person lately. Soul sighed and finished his cereal. He walked into the kitchen to wash the bowl. Kid walked into the kitchen with his bowl, he put it on the counter then placed his hands on Soul's waist and rested his chin on Soul's shoulder.

"Hey... Look, I just wanted to say thank you..." Kid tilted his head so his was leaning on Soul's. Kid moved with Soul as he washed the dishes. "For what?" Soul raised an eyebrow.

"For sticking around... I was kinda scared at first, you know, about how you would react... To being a dad and all. But you really made me comfortable. You kept me calm and you reassured me that everything would be ok. You comforted me."

Soul blushed. He turned the water off and dried his hands. He turned around to face Kid. He smiled warmly. He kissed his nose and took his hands in his. "What else would I do? Leave? Run away? It would be pointless. No way does he world need another Spirit..." Kid smirked. "No..."

Soul nodded and let go of Kid's hands. Soul walked back up the stairs to get a shower and change. Kid followed him upstairs. Once Soul was in the shower Kid walked in silently. "Soul~" Kid called out to him softly. "Yah?"

"Can I join you?" Soul peeked from behind the shower curtain to see Kid in his boxers. He nodded and motioned for him to enter. Soul didnt min hi. Seeing him shirtless now because his scar was gone so he was confident Kid wouldnt freak out. Kid slid out of his boxers and stepped into the shower.

Soul blushed lightly and continued washing his hair. Kid looked at his boyfriend's bangs and huffed. Soul was about to question him but then Kid moved a stray hair and nodded in accomplishment. "There, better." He mumbled before turning and starting to wash his body.

Soul giggled at Kid when he tried to wash his back, he had some trouble so Soul smirked. He took the soap from Kid and started rubbing his back with it. Kid jumped in shock for a second before he realized what was going on.

He sighed in pleasure as Soul massaged his back. He had had a back ache for a couple of days now but he didnt want to ask Soul to help him. Soul had recently been doing most of the house work to convenience Kid.

When Soul was finished he washed his own body quickly. Soul laughed as Kid tried his best to wash his hair symmetrically. He stepped out of the shower and grabbed a white fluffy towel and wrapped it around his waist. On his way out he grabbed his head band.

He dried off with ease and got dressed into a pair of crimson jeans and a white muscle shirt. He put on his signature yellow and black jacket over top. Soon enough Kid entered the bedroom to dry off and dress. Soul looked up to him and smiled. He tugged on his second sneaker and stood up. Kid pulled on a pair of black track pants that had white stripes going from his hips to his ankles. He put on a loose track jacket with white stripes going from the shoulder to wrist.

Kid walked over to Soul and kissed him gently on the lips. Soul bent down and kissed Kid's stomach. Kid smiled. "You're so kawaii~" he teased, making Soul blush. "Yah, dont tell anybody." He snorted. Kid stuck his tongue out and turned on his heels. The two left the house and started walking to the DWMA.

When they arrived they got many stares. Kid was at five month pregnant and because he was thin, he wasn't showing that much... But he was certainly showing. Soul thought it was cute the way Kid's grip on his hand tightened when ever some one whispered something about them. Soul rubbed the back of Kid's hand lightly with his thumb.

At the entrance to the door way the two parted and took their seats. Black Star had his feet up on his desk. Maka and Tsubaki were talking near the doorway. They pulled Soul aside as Kid sat down between Liz and Patty.

Soul raised an eyebrow at the two girls. "Soul, we're really worried about Black Star... Last night when he got home he punched a hole in the wall. He was cursing at himself under his breath. When I came into his room to see what the noise was he was slumped up against the wall. He was crying... He asked me for a hug and then cried into my collar... But he wouldn't tell me what was wrong..." Taubaki spoke quieter than normal. She had a completely saddened look on her face.

"We were thinking, that because you are his best friend... Maybe you could find out whats wrong... We really just want to help him, but he wont tell anyone. So we figured you to were close enough that he would tell you." Maka continued in a whisper. She glanced over to Black Star. They were really worried about him hearing them because if yesterday, he was telling the truth about noticing every thing, then he might not tell Soul.

Soul nodded. "I'll see what I can do." The two girls thanked and hugged him then the three returned to their seats. Moments later Stein rolled into the class room. He fell like usual on his back. He scanned the classroom quickly then stood up and dusted off. He cleared his throat before speaking.

"Ah, yes..." He cranked the screw in his head. "Today, we will be doing a practical lesson... Wait for me outside, there, I will team you up."

Everyone chattered as they left the class room. He pointed to Soul, Kid, Maka, Liz, and Patty. He gestured for them to come to the front of the class room. They all shared a look then made their way to him.

"Now, for the baby's sake, Kid, you and your weapons will be excused from this lesson... You may go to the library to 'chill'." He used his fingers to quote the last word. The three nodded.

He turned towards Maka. "Maka, I will be excusing you and Soul from this lesson as well. You two will be joining them in the library. Soul needs to study and I believe you may keep him on track?" She nodded and Soul rolled his eyes. He knew it was because of spending time with Kid, but as a teacher he had to relate it to either school or safety. "You may leave now." He shooed them out of the room and made his way to the waiting students.

The 5 of them walked to the library quickly. Patty skipped ahead of the group excitedly, chanting 'library' in a singsongy voice. Kid chuckled lightly.

Soon enough they were in the library. Liz was reading a fashion magazine. Patty was sitting at the kids table, coloring. Maka had her nose buried in a hard cover novel, while Soul and Kid were searching for many different books.

Kid was carrying a pregnancy book and other books about babies and proper care and first aid. Soul had a cooking book and a few fairy tails(children's books) hidden under a book about motorcycles and mechanics. He and Kid sat together at a small table. Kid was reading a book with pregnancy tips all throughout it.

Soul opened the motorcycle book and put the cooking book inside so to anyone else, it looked like he was reading something cool and manly. He flipped through until he found an interesting recipe for cookies. ((:3))

When Kid put his book down the scythe and him shared a similar look. Soul put his book down and grabbed a fairy tale. He and Kid walked over to a love seat and sat down. Soul put his arm around Kid's shoulder and started reading aloud to Kid ((and the baby of course xD)). Maka looked up from her book at the two. She smiled at the scene. She felt at ease for some reason now. "Their gonna make great parents..." Liz said from behind Maka, saying what both girls were thinking.

Maka nodded. She sighed happily. "Definitely..." She agreed without hesitation. Liz sat next to Maka as they watched and listened to the story.

Kid rested his head on Kid's chest as e listened. He could feel Addison falling asleep. He smiled contently as his eyelids stared to droop. Soul read the book in a soft, fluent, and comforting tone that could put anyone to sleep with a smile on their face.

Patty was sleeping at the Kid's table with the yellow crayon in her hand. Maka was sleeping on Liz on the couch. Kid was soon sleeping to. Liz nodded off near the end of the story. Soul finished the book. He looked around and realized everyone else was sleeping.

He yawned quietly and settled laid back so both him and Kid were in a laying position on the couch they were on. Kid was curled up with Soul now. Liz and Maka had rolled to opposite sides in their sleep so they were no longer facing the same way. Patty was still hunched over the table, clutching a stuffed giraffe.

-they slept through the end bell-

Lord Death, Stein, Sid, and Spirit entered the library quietly, expecting a mess. Instead they found everyone sleeping. "Dawwwwww~" Spirit cooed at the adorable sight. Stein tilted his head slightly and smiled warmly at the sight before him. Lord Death smiled behind his mask softly. "I remember when Maka curled up on me when she was little." He cooed. Stein looked to Lord Death. "What are we gonna do?"

Lord Death thought for a momment. "Spirit, you take Maka home. Stein, Sid, take Liz and Patty to their apartment with Blair. I'll take Soul and Kiddo home." He smiled and everyone nodded and followed their orders.

Spirit gently picked up Maka bridal style. She cuddled up against the warmth he provided and clung to his chest in her sleep. He smiled and carried her out of the School. Stein and Sid took the sleeping Thompson sisters home quickly. Stein could have done it alone but Lord Death didnt trust that they would make it there in one piece.

Lord Death picked up Soul and Kid with ease and carried them to Gallows Manor. It was quick because he traveled through their bedroom mirror. He gently placed them in bed and left. He smiled and stepped through the mirror.

A little while later Kid awoke and, being to tired to do anything else, changed into pajamas and got back into bed. Soul awoke sometime later andd did the same. Normally he would have been curious on how he got there but he was too tired to question it.

He curled up in bed next to Kid, snuggling into the crook of his boyfriend's neck. He sighed happily, smelling the familiar pleasant scent Kid had. He closes his eyes and soon fell asleep, smiling.