AN: No shopping until next chapter. The journey's often as eventful as the destination. Yes, there's sexiness in this.

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Chapter 20 ~ The Crack of the Whip

"Take us to the tube station."

"But Sir Walker, why travel by tube when you have a chauffeur?"

"I want a 'normal' day: no chauffeur, no limo, just traveling like everybody does."

"You'll have to switch from Northern Line to Central. You know that's a bother."

"No, it's quite simple."

"Notting Hill Gate is constantly busy."

"As are the streets."

"But it's public transport. There's no privacy. Anyone could be right beside you."

"Oh, perish the thought! I'm sure it would be ever so dreadful if we missed attention because we aren't in a limousine."

"Riding in such a common manner draws attention. Can you imagine the media if they discover Sir Allen Walker riding the tube? They'd never let it go. Rumors of poverty, slumming, sneaking around to do -"

"Just drop it! I don't really care about the frakking media! They'll find a way to slander me if they wish. Why fear them? I'm not only a Walker but also a homosexual, scarred up, albino musician. If I let them affect me, I'd have to hide in the house all the bloody time, and they'd just say I've become an insane recluse! It is not your place to tell me what to do. You drive me wherever I want. If I choose to go to the tube station, then that's where you bloody well take me! I don't like reminding people that they work for me. I hate being forced to argue. I really hate when employees try undermining my decisions. You will keep your opinions to yourself and take us to the station or I'll replace you with someone more competent."

"Yes, Sir. My apologies, Sir."

Allen closed the window separating the driver from the passengers.

"Ugh, I absolutely despise it when he gets out-of-line!"

"Is he always such a bitch, Moyashi? Want me to kick his teeth in?"

"No, love. Thanks for being offended on my behalf, but violence in this type of situation simply leads to legal woes. That way lies madness and horrible migraines."

"So why didn't you tell him off sooner? Why put up with so much bullshit?"

"I'm not an easily angered person unless my parents are involved."

"Why don't ya fire him and get someone with better manners?"

"Lavi, I'm sure there's a reason or he'd have done that already. Right, Allen?"

"Che. Is there any reason to keep a bossy employee?"

"His wife can't work because she stays home to tend to their sick child. They have many extra expenses and we pay very well."

"So why isn't he grateful and afraid for his job security?"

"Come on, BaKanda! A sick child! You can't argue with that."

"Al's got a good point, Yuu-Yuu."

"Quit calling me that, Baka Usagi!"

"You know, Kanda has a good point too."

"Lena baby, why would you side with Mr. I Hate All The Things?"

"Che. Because I'm right!"

"He sorta is. Sure firing someone with a sick child is harsh, but the employee should still behave himself."

"You're right, Lena, but I go easy on him because his situation is very sad. He gets carried away without realizing what he's saying."

"Oh, he knows what he's saying and you know it! You aren't stupid. The real reason you go easy on him is because he's a father who cares. Right, Moyashi?"

"Not consciously, but since you mentioned it, yeah."

"Che. Softie."

"Usually, but it's part of who I am. Are you saying you don't like me the way I am? You want me to change for you?"

"Didn't say I wanted you to change. Just calling you a softie because you are."

"Mr. I Hate All The Things is Captain Obvious's secret identity."

Lena burst into a fit of giggles. Allen joined her. Kanda glared at Lavi, who grinned at him and bowed.

"Assholes."

"Aww Yuu, you know you love us."

Allen abruptly quit giggling and wrapped his arms around Kanda's waist and snuggled against him.

"I'm sorry, Kanda, but he said it so seriously, so deadpan...I couldn't resist laughing. Brilliantly timed as well."

"Yeah, sorry brother, but his delivery was perfect. And your face...I so wish I'd taken a picture."

Kanda looked at Lavi, waiting on an apology from the perpetrator.

"I am not sorry that I'm such a comedic genius."

"You will pay for this, Baka!"

"Oh Kanda, let him savor his success. He's not usually as funny as he thinks."

"True."

"Oi! Party foul!"

"Hush, Lavi!"

"Yes ma'am."

"And if you ignore him, you'll be able to focus all your attention on me." Allen hugged Kanda and kissed him on the cheek.

"Hnn, that's definitely a promising alternative to homicide."

Kanda pulled Allen into his lap and kissed him. He nibbled at the younger teen's bottom lip, earning a small moan. He used the opportunity to slide his tongue into Allen's hot, welcoming cavern and met an enthusiastic, slightly smaller tongue. They wrestled and danced around in the boy's mouth until he pushed against the elder's tongue especially hard. The startled Kanda allowed his Moyashi to slip into his own warm cavern, doing nothing to regain dominance. Allen took his time exploring his boyfriend's mouth. Kanda's small act of submission surprised him, but he enjoyed it.

Lavi and Lena watched as their friends continued kissing. Lena pulled out her phone and started recording them.

"Really, Lena?"

"Why not? It's hot."

"Yeah...wait! What?"

"They are gorgeous and all over each other. I have friends who'd pay to watch this, but I'm leaning towards being selfish and starting a private collection."

"Good idea. Is it kinda gay to agree with you?"

"About the private collection?"

Lavi nodded.

"You aren't gay. It's something else or we couldn't enjoy certain activities we do."

"So I'm bi?"

"Yup, but it's cool unless you cheat on me. It'd even be fun in a weird sort of way if we could check out guys together."

"Seriously?"

"Sure. My brother and his male lover raised me. My best friend, who's like a brother to me, is gay. I'm used to guys checking out other guys."

"You're a strange one. I love you so much!"

"I love you too. Now be quiet and enjoy the sexy show we're getting."

Allen and Kanda continued making out. The elder resumed his dominant role not long after allowing his lover to lead. Allen loved Kanda's powerful, passionate kisses and never wanted them to stop. He writhed and moaned as his mouth was thoroughly explored again and again. The chauffeur reached the station all too soon for them, and they reluctantly quit their pleasurable activity.

"Okay, so everyone follow me. It's not the big deal he claims."

Allen climbed off Kanda's lap and exited the car. Kanda went next, leaving a somewhat disappointed Lena and Lavi.

"Damn, that ride was too short! I wanted more!"

"Huh?"

"Lost in thought? Couldn't resist the hotness?"

"Shh, what if they hear you? Kanda would murder me and revive me so he could murder me some more."

"You just called him Kanda."

"I know, and it's 'cause I'm that scared of how he'd react."

Allen stuck his head inside the limo.

"Come along, children. You're holding us up."

Lena obeyed and Lavi quickly followed her.

Kanda leaned down to whisper in Allen's ear.

"So are we gonna admit we heard them in the car? Do they honestly think making out causes us to go deaf?"

"Let them have their fun for now. We'll save it to use against Lavi next time he does something very dumb, like later today."

"Evil mastermind. You keep getting more attractive."

"You too."

"I can't believe Lavi just realized his attraction to men. What a Baka! I mean, sure he's with Lena but I've seen him drooling over guys before. He watches me way too much to be 100% straight."

"Your vanity is showing."

"Che. Like you didn't notice him checking you out when we met you."

"No comment."

The group rode to their first destination without incident. It irritated Kanda because he wanted to attack the paparazzi.

"Why couldn't that dumbass chauffeur be right?"

"You wanted trouble?"

"I wanted to defend your honor."

"How romantic."

"By beating the hell out of any photographers."

"Okay, more violent than romantic, but at least you'd be doing it for me."

"I'd call it romantic. I'd let Lavi kick ass for my sake."

"Anything for my Lena-lady."

"Che. Like he'd win in a fight."

"Depends on who I'd be fighting. I know I can't beat you, but most people haven't got a fetish for martial arts."

"Fetish?! It's a hobby not a fucking fetish! The training helps me focus."

"Relax, BaKanda. He's trying to annoy you. Don't give him the satisfaction."

"Fine, but only because you want me to."

"Works for me."

Everything started out as it had on the first train, but a couple of young men entered the car just before the doors closed. It was a common occurrence and Allen thought nothing of it until one of the strangers spoke up.

"Excuse me, but are you who we think you are?"

"Depends on who you think I am."

"Allen Walker" replied the second man.

"What's it to you?" Kanda snarled.

"Sorry. We meant no offense, sir. Neither of us is trying to hit on your boyfriend. We're just fans of his music."

"And how do you know he's my boyfriend?"

"Men don't cuddle like that unless they're seeing one another."

"Che." Kanda glared at them but kept his arm around Allen's shoulders. Allen kept his head on Kanda's collarbone and his arm around his waist.

"He's right, love. Are you denying we're together?"

"No, of course not, but I hate when people just assume something instead of asking."

"Understandable." Allen looked at the two men and noticed they held hands. "So if cuddling makes us a couple, which we are, does holding hands make the two of you a couple?"

"Yes, sir. We've been together since your most recent album released. We actually met at a music shop the day it went on sale. We ended up going for coffee after we bought our copies and started dating."

"Charming..." Kanda remarked sarcastically.

"Shh, they're not offending me or hurting me. Let them be."

"You really are Allen Walker!"

"I thought you Bakas figured that out already. You talked to him like you knew it was him."

"What does 'Bakas' mean?"

"That you two are -"

"Don't mind him. He's simply very protective. 'Bakas' isn't important because he's just being rude and doesn't really mean it."

"Yes I do, and it means idiots."

"Er, perhaps we should switch cars or at least quit speaking with you."

Allen moved away from Kanda.

"You're being so mean! They just want to chat."

Kanda sighed.

"Fine. I'm sorry, you two. I'm just trying to make sure nobody bothers him or sells him out to the media." He turned to look at Allen. "I apologized, which I almost never do, so will you get back over here now?"

"Thank you!" Allen happily returned to Kanda's side.

"So anyway, yes, I am Allen Walker and I'm pleased to meet you. Did my music really help you get together?"

"True story. We met at the display stand that held copies of it and started talking about how powerful your music is."

"We went on to discuss other music we enjoyed and discovered we like all the same artists. We went for coffee to give us a chance to keep chatting and things just felt right."

"We ended up calling it our first date, and he came over to my house so we could listen to your new music together."

"It was a beautiful evening and we've been together ever since."

"I'm so happy my music helped you two find each other. It's wonderful when very compatible people meet and recognize they belong together."

"Like you and your boyfriend? Are you two like that?"

"I absolutely knew I wanted him the moment we met." Allen replied and kissed Kanda's neck.

"Moyashi, did you really?"

"Obviously."

"I knew you were flirting but didn't know you felt that determined about us."

"You didn't? Hmm, who's the Baka now?"

"And who's being the mean one?"

"Jerk."

"Bean sprout."

"Grouch."

"Softie."

"Easily angered."

"Overly kind."

"Sexy samurai."

"Adorable kitten."

"Oh, so now I'm a kitty?"

"Che."

"I'll show you kitty."

Allen started licking and biting Kanda's neck, working his way up until he reached his lover's ear. He gently bit Kanda's ear lobe and then purred while keeping his mouth against the sensitive flesh.

"Sorry we've ignored you two in favor of your friends."

"We understand. Allen's the only one you'd recognize. We aren't celebrities."

"And if you hadn't acknowledged Yuu he'd kill you just for looking at Al too long. He needed to know you weren't gonna hurt him or flirt."

"Don't call, uhh, me Yuu, ahh, Baka Usagi!"

"Bah, just ignore us and play with your 'kitten.' We're just talking."

"About, mmm, us and that's, oh! right there, not cool."

Lena giggled at the noises escaping Kanda's lips. She couldn't blame him; Allen continued to nibble, lick, and suck on his neck. She noticed that "oh! right there" was the hollow above his collarbone. Lavi watched them but kept blushing and turning away.

"Are they usually this, er, open about their relationship in public?"

"Dunno. Today's the first day they've gone outta the house since they got together."

"They also got into their first fight earlier today so it might be 'cause they're still making up."

"Lavi! Don't over-share!"

"Sorry. You're the one who said they stayed in the house until now."

"Excuse us, but do you mean you all live together?"

"Nah, we just tagged along with one of his relatives visiting him over the holidays and they fell for each other. We just met Al a few days ago."

"Aww, it's so romantic that our relationship started quickly like theirs did."

"I totally believe in love at first sight and soul mates. I think both fit them."

"Looks like you're right, ma'am."

"Mo...yashi...you gotta...stop now...Gonna jump...you if...you don't."

Allen reluctantly pulled away from Kanda's now thoroughly marked neck.

"Fine, ruin my fun. I thought you wanted me to play 'adorable' kitty."

"It was damn sexy, but if we aren't more careful in public we'll get arrested."

"What can we get away with?"

"Little things: holding hands, hugging, probably a little kissing if we don't get too carried away."

"Sorry about the 'carried away' bit. I've been on a few dates before but never had a real relationship. I suppose I'm too excited and happy to remember we're in public."

"Nice to know I excite you and make you happy, but we still gotta be more careful."

"Stupid public. Maybe we should just hide back at the manor. Nobody would complain. Well Cross would annoy us, but he's harmless."

"Che. He's gonna be too occupied to bug us much. Tyki's a handful."

"And you know this how? Shall I kill him? I mean, he's Neah's attorney and a relative of some sort so it seems a shame to sacrifice him."

Kanda raised an eyebrow when Allen said "relative."

"Oh, he's a rather distant relative, far enough removed that he and Cross aren't considered incestuous."

"That sucks. I was hoping I just got new ammo to tease them with."

"Unfortunately not. So...about that whole Tyki is a handful business?"

"You seriously think I had a thing with him? I'll admit he's good-looking, but he's not my type at all and he's kinda old. Well, he's not really old but he's too old for me to ever want."

"Oh, that's a relief. The thought of Cross and you having someone in common made me feel ill. You have yet to explain the knowledge of Tyki being a handful."

"It's simple. He's told us stories. They're pretty funny."

"Hmm, maybe we should trade stories sometime. We'd both get new info to use against them."

"Good idea. It'll give me new ways to torture Cross when he's being a bitch."

"And I need things to use against Tyki. He always calls me 'boy.' It's really irritating."

They arrived at their stop and left the station. Allen and Kanda held hands as did Lena and Lavi.

"So Al, ready to tell us what we're doin'?"

"Going shopping, of course. We've got a small walk ahead and can stop for lunch before we reach the market. There are several nice places to eat along the way."

""We don't have to stop at every restaurant do we, Moyashi?"

"No, BaKanda. I may eat a lot but not that much."

"So what's this market you're taking us to?"

"Trust you to focus on shopping, Lena baby."

"Che. What a surprise." Kanda smirked.

"In my defense, we are buying presents."

"Right! So let's go now. I'm starving." Allen's stomach growled loudly in agreement.

"Che. Cute little sprout needs another ton of plant food."

"It's not...n-n-not...as if...not l-li-like I can h-help it." Allen stammered.

"Just teasing, Moyashi. No need to get weird."

"Well excuse me for being sensitive about my freakishly large appetite! It's not like I chose it!"

"Aww, go easy on 'im Yuu-chan. Boyfriends have to be sweet and caring."

"Kanda being all sweet and caring with no sarcasm or complaining would be a sign of the apocalypse."

"True."

"And besides, it's not like you don't tease me."

"Umm..."

"Hah! Serves you right, Baka."

"Doesn't change the fact you hurt Al's feelings."

"I'm fine, Lavi. I was just playing it up to guilt him."

"Why you little -"

"Oh BaKanda, I was just messing with you a teeny bit, but I still expect an apology gift."

"Will you teach me your ways, oh wise one? I wanna make Lavi buy me extra presents too."

"Certainly. We shall make them pay for their insolence."

Allen and Lena each moved away from their boyfriends. They linked arms and started walking down the sidewalk and whispering.

"We're in deep shit, Yuu. They're trading tips!"

"Che. Not like it'll work on me."

"Then why do you apologize when he wants you to and get all lovey-dovey even with an audience?"

"..." Kanda opened his mouth to argue but closed it without saying a word.

"Yup. Thought so."

"Thought what?"

"You're whipped, bro. Al's able to get anything he wants."

"And Lena isn't?"

"This is about you and Al, not me and Lena."

"Face it, we're both screwed."

"Meh, they're more than worth it."

"Yeah...but if you tell anyone I said that I'll deny it and kick your ass."

"Those two would pout and you wouldn't do it."

"Maybe."

"More like definitely."

"Asshole."

"Yup, but an honest one."

"You think he really wants 'an apology gift' or was he joking?"

"If it were me, I'd buy one. You don't wanna piss him off when something little could save you."

"That's awfully materialistic of him."

"Nah, it's the thought that counts. He'd love it just 'cause you bought it for him."

"Hnn, it's gotta be something he likes or it's a shitty present."

"What's that sound? Oh yeah, the crack of the whip."

"I'll ignore that so they won't bitch about me murdering you."

"And 'cause you can't deny it."

"Don't tempt me to kill you anyway. Push me too far and listening to their bitching becomes worth it."

"Yeah, yeah, whatever...So, what ya gonna get 'im?"

"I have no idea. I don't even know what to buy him for Christmas. I fucking hate shopping! I've never had to buy a present for a boyfriend. Alma got killed before any holidays or his birthday. I'm so fucked! What the hell am I supposed to do, damnit?!"

"Umm, take your Ativan for starters 'cause you're obviously workin' yourself into a serious panic attack."

"Good idea. Guess even you have them occasionally." Kanda got the prescription bottle from his coat pocket and took one.

"I have good ideas all the time. And thanks for listening to that one. I really didn't wanna deal with a completely freaked out Yuu-Yuu, especially in a public, unfamiliar place."

"I wouldn't get that bad."

"Right...and Allen isn't adorable either."

"Why are you calling him adorable? You aren't allowed to say that! He's with me, not you. You have Lena, remember?"

"You're jealous! And so possessive! It's too cute! I'd never forgot I'm lucky to have Lena. I still say he's adorable. I'm in a relationship, not blind."

"You know how gay that sounded?"

"Lena's a girl. I'm dating a girl, you know, with different fun parts than guys have."

"But you still said you're 'not blind' and were talking about my Moyashi."

"But if I'm with a girl and very, very satisfied, beyond satisfied in fact, I'm not gay."

"Or you're in severe denial and should seriously reevaluate your life. If you hurt Lena because you end up fucking some guy, you will die. I won't even get a chance to execute you; Reever and 'Mui will beat me to it and enjoy every second of it."

"But I'm really not gay and I know it for sure. You wanna know the truth?! Telling you scared me 'cause I thought you'd kick my ass, or maybe kill me, but if you'll kill me for not telling I might as well go ahead and be honest."

"Yeah, I know you aren't gay. You're bi and like watching Moyashi and me make out."

"But how? You were too occupied to notice...you didn't react at all."

"Che. Would you have stopped something that fun just because a couple of idiots called it 'hot' to watch?"

"No."

"Right, so we didn't stop."

"So you heard everything?"

"We were making out, not spontaneously deaf."

"So why'd you wait til now to mention it?"

"Thought it'd be fun to wait for the right opportunity to tell you we knew. Like just now, when you called my Moyashi adorable."

"You're evil."

"Thank you."

Allen and Lena stopped in front of a restaurant, waiting on their boyfriends.

Kanda scowled at the building.

"'Asian Cuisine'?! The bastards just lump us all together like we're all the same?! Moyashi, why the fuck did you think this was a good idea? Didn't you know better?"

"It's not what you think, BaKanda. They offer dishes from various countries and list them correctly in the menu: Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Taiwanese, Thai, and Vietnamese. They even have proper chefs for each country. It's well-regarded even among visitors from different countries within Asia."

"Hnn, and have you been here before and know all this from firsthand experience or did you just read about it? You know places over-exaggerate things to draw in more customers."

"Of course I've been here before! I'd never mislead someone about something as important as food! Cross and I dine here often. I heard about it before we came to try it out, but not from reading about it. Lucy and Matt, that's her boyfriend, both work here. She's the one who said all the great things about it, and even though she works here, she'd never lie to me about food quality."

"So is she at work? Do we get to meet her?!"

"Excited to meet her, eh Lena? Yes, both Lucy and Matt are here."

"Was this a set-up? Are we here just to meet them?"

"Not entirely, love. The food's amazing and I thought you'd enjoy an authentic Japanese meal. However, I must admit Lucy and I planned the timing so we'd meet them."

"Che. Let's go in and get this over with."

"Oh Yuu, it's not like it's a death sentence."

"You're right, Usagi. Maybe we'll be lucky and Matt'll be hot. I'm sure you hope so..."

"Evil, just gotta remind you that you're evil."

"Che."

"He knows?! You told him?!"

"They already knew. They heard us and put on that show for us."

"Oi! It was not for you! It was definitely for ourselves, we just didn't stop despite your gossiping."

"Kinky, Al, very kinky."

Allen blushed an extremely bright red while Kanda merely smirked.

"Che. Don't worry about it, Moyashi. I like that you're kinky."

"Whoa, didn't expect that one!"

"Shut it, Baka Usagi!"

"So can we eat yet? All this embarrassment just makes me hungrier."

Kanda said nothing, but he grabbed Allen's hand and walked through the door.

A pretty brunette rushed to their table just after they sat down. She grinned and hugged Allen.

"Ally! You're here! Took you long enough. Something happen?"

"The usual. I had to argue with the chauffeur about where he'd take us. I felt like taking the tube instead of that unbearable limo. He didn't want us to, said it was a bother to switch trains and it'd be horribly crowded. His biggest fear was the same as always: the media would find out and spread ridiculous rumors."

"Let me guess. He went on and on until you snapped. You put him in his place, albeit temporarily knowing him."

"You know what else I said, right?"

"Something to do with the damned media and how you're already a 'homosexual, scarred up, albino musician,' yes?"

"Che. She really knows how you think, Moyashi."

She turned her blue-eyed gaze toward Kanda.

"Hello, Kanda Yuu. Damn, Ally, he really is gorgeous!"

"You called me 'gorgeous,' Moyashi?"

"Yes, but I meant it as a compliment."

"Che, silly little sprout, I know that. I'm just surprised you described me that way."

"Why? It's true."

Kanda very casually picked up the menu and used it to hide the faint blush spreading across his face.

"You're right, Moyashi. It really does list everything correctly. The descriptions are accurate. I hope they don't fuck it up when cooking."

Lavi, feeling generous, decided to play along with Kanda's abrupt topic change.

"Lots of foods sound really good. What do you think I'd like best, Kanda?"

Kanda knew Lavi was genuinely trying to help or he would have called him "Yuu-Yuu." He mouthed 'thanks' to him before answering.

"What are you in the mood for? Pick something that really stands out to you and I'll tell you more about it."

"You have to eat a Chinese dish in honor of me!" Lena spoke up before Lavi could answer.

"Sure thing, Lena dear."

"Che. I think I hear the sound of a whip."

"Definitely, but she's still more than worth it."

"What's this about a whip?!"

"Is my sprout getting all kinky again?"

"BaKanda! I didn't mean -"

"Sorry, Ally, but you're busted. You got far too excited when you heard the word 'whip.' You're now officially labeled as kinky."

"Traitorous sister!"

"More like honest sister."

"Hmph!" Allen crossed his arms and pouted.

"Aww, you're sooo cute!" Lena gushed.

Allen only pouted more.

"Poor, Ally. He's sulking now."

"No, it's quiet contemplation!"

"It's not quiet if you yell at us, Mr. Piano-Perfectionist."

"Who the fuck are you?!"

"Well aren't you absolutely charming..."

"I know I'm charming. I'm also stunningly gorgeous. Now answer the damned question!"

"Lovely attitude as well and so modest. It might actually frighten me, but I know Allen would stop you from getting violent."

"Actually, Mr. Guitar-Guru, it's becoming a more viable and tempting option by the minute."

"See? My Moyashi is on my side." Kanda dropped his menu on the table and draped his arm around Allen's shoulders.

Allen happily snuggled against Kanda. He smiled at his boyfriend, a beautiful smile filled with love. He then turned his silvery eyes towards the newcomer, a tall, lanky man with shaggy reddish-brown hair. This man received no smile; Allen stuck his tongue out at him.

"That's my adorable kitten."

"Baka, don't make me start going kitty-cat on you again. We agreed to be more discreet."

"Ugh, these guys are nauseating."

"You some kind of homophobe? I'll kick your ass if you are. And Moyashi won't stop me 'cause I'd be defending his honor."

"I promise he isn't, but if he were, I'd be thrilled to have you defending my honor. Stay calm, my samurai."

"I'm really not homophobic but your anger management issues are far too entertaining to resist. I simply must set you off just so I can listen to you rant."

"Quit tormenting them, or you shall suffer the consequences."

"Yes, ma'am. Please no consequences." He shuddered at the thought of an unhappy Lucy. "Sorry for going too far with the teasing. I should've known better. I'm Matt, and I'm owned by Lucy."

"Hi! I'm Lavi and belong to this beautiful princess beside me. Welcome to the Brotherhood of the Almighty Whip Crack. 'Tis a prestigious club, very selective. There's only one other member, and that's Kanda here. He's Allen's property."

"Bullshit! He doesn't own me."

Allen turned to face Kanda. He brought out his evil poker champion face.

"Okay, he owns me and controls our relationship. I only get to decide when it's something he asks me about. Well, there are certain times I'm in charge, but you don't want to know about them."

"BaKanda! I don't think you could be more obvious about the implications there. The only thing worse would be actually providing details."

"But Moyashi, I can't let myself sound like the uke!"

Allen resumed his poker face and Kanda knew he was in trouble.

"You now owe me another apology gift. You'll also be quite sorry if you don't shut the bloody hell up about private matters!"

"Sorry, Moyashi." Kanda sighed.

"See Yuu-Yuu? And crack goes that whip!"

Matt started laughing.

"I think I like you guys already: odd sense of humor and you know you're whipped. Why does that sound so familiar? Oh, right, because you're like me."

"You think that's a compliment?"

"Of course it is. What was your name again? Yoo-hoo? Yahoo?"

Kanda's left eye began twitching.

"Lavi called him Yuu-Yuu, but I strongly recommend you call him Kanda instead."

"Thanks, sprout." Kanda kissed Allen's nose.

"Cuteness, the cuteness! Squee!"

"And what's your name, miss obviously a fangirl?"

"I can't deny that without lying. My name is Lenalee Lee and I love seeing two gorgeous men together. Please call me Lena."

"I agree that they look beautiful together. Ally and Kanda, will you please kiss for us?" Lucy gave them a pleading look.

"Oh, I've got something you have absolutely got to watch. It's insanely sexy."

"We're going to become the best of friends. I can already tell."

"Hey, over here! I'm your boyfriend. Should you really go on about two men together being sexy while I'm standing beside you? That's not nice at all. Right, Lavi?"

"Sorry, pal. You're on your own on this one. They're fuckin' hot when they make out!"

"Pardon? Are you -"

"Bisexual? Yup. At least theoretically I am."

"How can one be 'theoretically' bisexual? Isn't that a you are or you aren't type of thing?"

"Well, I say it's theoretical 'cause I've never actually been with a guy. In fact, the only person I've ever dated is my Lena-lady."

"Still isn't theoretical. You admitted you find Ally and 'Kanda' hot when they're making out. If that turns you on, you're bi."

"Good point. 'Kay, so I'm bi. No big deal."

"Yeah, and I'm cool with. All it means is we can check out guys together and we both get to enjoy watching our beautiful duo."

"That sounds fun! Matt, I demand that you become bisexual."

"It doesn't works like that, sissy. You're attracted to whatever sex you're attracted to. It's whatever feels natural to you. You, Lena, and Matt are straight. That's just what works for you. Me and Kanda are gay and Lavi's bi. That's just how we are. No shame in any of it, but don't try forcing someone to change."

"Oi! Thanks for speaking up, Al! That reminds me you two haven't kissed for us yet."

"We aren't together for your viewing pleasure, Baka Usagi!"

"But please, big brother. For your bestest friend and lil' sister?" Lena looked at him with teary eyes.

"You're a brilliant actress, Lena. It's like you're really about to cry!"

"Thanks, Lucy. It's very handy for guilting my brother. He even knows I can cry on demand, and he still can't resist."

"How can you be brother and sister? If I'm not mistaken you're Chinese but he's Japanese."

"You're right, and that's surprisingly perceptive of you. I'm shocked you noticed." Kanda thought he might be able to tolerate the guy, provided it was in small doses.

"Sooo...about that kiss?"

"Fine, Lucy! We'll do it just to shut everybody up so we can eat!"

"Glad you finally realized you were prolonging the time until you fill that bottomless pit of a stomach."

"I feel the love, sis. It's simply overflowing."

"Che."

Kanda tilted Allen's head back. He started kissing the younger teen's neck and slowly made his way up towards his mouth. Allen moaned softly as Kanda kissed all along his neck, the quiet noises barely reaching the others' ears. When Kanda reached Allen's mouth, he instantly deepened the kiss. Allen submitted at once and enjoyed the pleasurable feeling of Kanda's beautifully talented tongue. Kanda slowly pulled away and Allen hugged him, burying his face in his lover's chest before facing his friends.

"Bloody hell! That was even more stunning than I imagined. We could sell pictures of the two of you kissing." Lucy smiled. "I'll even volunteer my services as a photographer."

"I concur. I'm a journalist. I can help by writing ads for our products." Lavi grinned at them.

"I've already recorded you two. I can help Lucy." Lena positively glowed with excitement.

"How 'bout no? We aren't whoring ourselves out just to make a little money for you guys! Fucking hell, if I'd known what it was gonna start I wouldn't have kissed my Moyashi for you. I would've saved it for somewhere more private."

"Thank you for being the voice of reason. Sanity isn't popular around here, is it?" Matt looked relieved.

"Che. I never said I was sane; I'm just insulted they'd use our relationship for their personal gain."

"You seriously mean you aren't sane?"

"Che. Wouldn't you like to know?"

"Kanda love, thank you for speaking up to defend us. I don't want to share private matters with whoever will pay to look. It feels wrong."

"I know. I won't let them do it. I'll stop them if they try."

"I love you, my samurai."

Kanda did not respond verbally; he chose to express his feelings in a more physical way. He kissed Allen again, going straight to his lips this time. Allen was not expecting it, so he reacted slower than before. Once his sprout started kissing back, Kanda licked his lower lip but did not enter the inviting cavern. He used his tongue to draw out Allen's own and guided it to his open, waiting warmth. The action surprised the younger partner, but he accepted the invitation and explored Kanda's sensuous mouth. He knew this simple act of submission was his love's own way of showing how much he cared.

When they parted, Allen discovered he had a problem.

"I'm uncomfortably hard now, and I doubt it's going away on its own." He whispered into Kanda's ear.

Kanda smirked at his adorable kitten.

"Moyashi, can you show me where the restroom is?"

"Certainly. I need to go myself."

They walked away, leaving four people with knowing grins on their faces.

Once in the restroom, Kanda appraised his surroundings. He spotted a chair in the room and was thankful the restaurant had such useful amenities. He grabbed it and placed it in a stall.

"Perfect. There's just enough room."

"Room for what?"

"For me to sit and you to brace yourself against one of the walls."

"Pardon?"

"Che. Did you think I'd blow you while kneeling in the floor of a public restroom? I have standards, you know."

"Blow me? Here?"

"Yes, sprout, here. It's the best way to fix your problem. You'll just have to stay quiet."

"I'll try."

"Okay, get in there."

Allen slipped into the stall and leaned against the wall facing the chair. Kanda followed and fastened the lock on the door. He sat down and immediately freed Allen's throbbing erection.

"Damn, kitten. You're extremely hard. I guess letting you slip that hot little tongue of yours into my mouth is a huge turn on for you."

"That's certainly part of it but also the timing. I said I love you and your reply was quite sexy."

Kanda responded by licking Allen's member from tip to base. He drug his tongue along the vein, then tongued the slit and lapped up the precum.

"Mmm, fuck! Who's the kitty - damn! - now?" Allen whispered, his voice gone deep with lust.

"Che. Not my fault you're this delicious."

With that said, Kanda took the head into his mouth. He began sucking and kept teasing the slit with his tongue. He slowly worked his way further down, relaxing his throat in preparation. He took Allen in as deeply as possible, pleased to reach the base so easily this time.

He continuously sucked on Allen's member and massaged the underside with his tongue. He slid his mouth back up to the tip and ran his tongue around the head before delving into the slit once more.

Allen had done an excellent job remaining quiet until Kanda's tongue lavishly explored his slit again. He bit down on his lower lip to suppress his moans and tried to buck his hips.

Kanda stopped Allen's hips immediately by placing his arm across his lover. He worked his way back down until he reached the base again. He sucked harder than before and started swallowing as well.

Once Kanda took all of Allen into his mouth and throat, the younger teen lost all control. He bit his bottom lip hard enough to draw blood, and opened his mouth soon after. Too wrapped up in the indescribable feeling of Kanda's perfect mouth and throat surrounding his entire length, moans and pants escaped without him knowing or caring.

Kanda sucked and swallowed harder and more frequently, bringing Allen to the edge of orgasm. He suddenly cupped his Moyashi's balls and gently massaged them. He released them to reach back and stroke the sensitive area leading to Allen's puckered opening.

Allen came, his orgasm even more incredible than after the poker game.

"HUH! AHH! KANDA!"

After swallowing all Allen had to offer, Kanda released the softening appendage. He gazed up at his lover and smiled.

"So, Moyashi, do I get to count that as an apology gift?"

"Huh, huh." Allen panted, not yet recovered from his post-orgasm haze. "I shall, huh, allow it."

He slid down the wall, but Kanda caught him and pulled him onto his lap.

"Thanks, love. I feel boneless, limp. What did you do right at the end? It was mind-blowing."

"Stroked the little area between your sac and your hole. It's called the perineum."

"Hmm, you should do that more often, and by that I mean always do it. I've never felt anything like it."

"It'll get even better 'cause there's a lot we haven't done yet."

"I'm looking forward to it."

"Does my kinky kitten like when I pleasure him in new ways?"

Allen responded by licking and biting Kanda's neck.

"Not now, kitten. I don't wanna get more turned on than I already am."

"Need me to help you?"

"I'll be okay. This was about getting you off."

"You did an exceptional job but remember that sucking you dry also makes me come"

"Not now. Maybe tonight."

"Only maybe?"

"Che. I still owe you an apology gift. I'm not letting you get me off until you've received it."

"But you're so sexy when you come..."

"Glad to hear it, but for now let's go eat so we can shop. The sooner it's done, the better."

"Hate it that much?"

"I never know what to buy and I hate fucking up when giving gifts."

"You give perfect apology gifts."

"Thanks, kitten. Come on; I want my soba."

Sorry this update took longer than usual. Things have kept me pretty busy lately.

About the chair in the restroom ~ I've seen chairs in some. It seems weird to me, but it certainly helped in this chapter.