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Chapter 25

Never getting back Together?

Three months passed since that fateful event. It was a tough time for the Varia, juggling their usual schedule as well as Xylona's. No one could blame her really. She couldn't remember anything except Xanxus when she was brought back. Thankfully, some parts of her memory came back along the way with a little help from everyone. A little occasional antics work well at helping her regain her memory.

"Ushishishishi, do you remember the time we made Squalo inhale helium on your birthday? He was squeaking all the way," snickered Bel as he lazily lied on my shoulder flipping through a photo booklet, apparently made by me. Of course I couldn't remember, if I did I wouldn't be that much of a burden to them.

"VOIIIII! OF ALL THINGS YOU MUST MENTION THAT!" screamed Squalo who was lazing in armchair, to the left of our couch.

"Guyyys, I made cookies," squealed Lussuria who came in with a plate of chocolate cookies.

"Thanks Lussuria!" I grinned as I helped myself to one, only to see the rest gagging at Lussuria. I hesitated before putting the cookie into my mouth. Hmmm... It actually tasted pretty good.

"How rude! Aww darling I told you to call me Lussy!"

"Oops sorry, I still can't get use to it," I replied apologetically.

"Never mind honey! Take your time!" giggled the flamboyant guy as he skipped out of his room.

"Ushishishishi! I found the picture!" laughed Bel as he passed me a polaroid. Sure enough it was a photo of them celebrating my birthday. I was really happy, with everyone around me. And Squalo looking soaking wet behind me, screaming his head off.

"HAHAHA! Squalo you really looked ridiculous!" I laughed as I showed him the picture.

"Voi. Whatever." He grumbled as he slouched into his chair.

Bel and I giggled as we continued looking through photos. There was a picture of me going through the trials, the time we went on a mega shopping trip, and all of us in ridiculous shiny New Year eve outfits.

"Omg! I looked drunk in this photo!" I laughed as I showed it to Bel.

"Ushishishishi, You were drunk alright. Even the Boss didn't know what to do with you." Snickered Bel.

"What does that mean?" I chuckled as I continued to be preoccupied by the photos.

"Voi! Xylona, you really don't remember anything about you and that trashy boss?" asked Squalo in his business tone.

I looked up rather surprised. Even Bel and Levi stopped what they were doing to hear my reply.

"I do remember a little like how he save me and such, but honestly I don't remember a lot of things. Just the major ones like how I joined, flying back to Italy, the trials, my dad and the Byakuran guy nonsense… Other than that it's all misty."

"VOI! Mammon! Come here!"

"Myuu! What!" snapped the little baby floating around counting his money.

"Can you do anything about her memory?"

"Probably yes, but not guaranteed success. Anyways you still have to pay…"

"NO YOU WON'T CHARGE HER!" screeched all three of them as they dived onto that greedy baby!

"Guys!" I snapped as I jumped off the couch to save that poor crushed Mammon. "You really don't have to crush him like he's the quarterback."

"Myuu! I didn't intend to charge her. I wanted to charge you guys!"

"VOIIIII! HOW'S THAT FAIR?!"

"Ushishishishi! How dare you charge the prince?!"

"I'll tell Bossu!"

And then another squabble. I sighed in defeat as I got out of my couch and walked to my room. Just as I turned into the corridor, I saw Xanxus standing at his doorway.

"Not sleeping yet?" I asked, since it's rare that he would show his face past ten.

"Come." He ordered as he turned around to walk into his room.

I looked at him surprised but followed. Although I heard the servants and maids gossiping about how fierce and scary Xanxus is, I found him really nice and patient. Oh wells, there bound to be an explanation.

He would normally slump in his armchair as he interrogates me how much I can remember, but today he decided to sit on the couch. Of course, after he gets two bottles of tequila. He then opens one bottle and placed his feet on the table. I closed the door behind and went to join him on the couch. There was a long awkward silence as he drank half the bottle. He then stopped and looked at me.

"How much do you remember about you and I?"

Same question again, I thought, why are they asking the same question over and over again? Did something happen between us?

"No. I really don't remember much. I probably only recognise your eyes only… and a few instants when you saved me." I half-whispered, not sure if my answer was favourable enough to spare me from his temper. He downed the other half a bottle in one gulp and before I could react, he threw the bottle into the bin across the room and was right on top of me.

I yelped in surprise as I struggled to push him away. But my attempts were futile against his iron strength, pinning me down with ease. He bent down so that he can whisper into my ear without having to look at me.

"Is this not familiar?" he whispered, his hot breath hitting my ears and the side of my face. The strong scent of tequila was making me fuzzy but I was still thinking clear. Familiar? Sort of, but I couldn't grasp hold of that memory properly.

"Not really…" I stammered at our close proximity. I then found him shift his position so that he is now looking straight in my eyes. His red eyes bore into mine, and I was lost in his brilliant fiery gaze. His face inched closer and closer to me… Wait what's this feeling? In my panic mode, I accidentally kneed him hard in his stomach sending him to jerk backwards and quickly huddled in the corner of the couch, burying my face in my knees, hiding my severely blushing face.

"I… I think you are drunk…" I stuttered as I braced myself to be raged at.

But it didn't come.

He growled a little, but then simply said, "Yea maybe. You can leave."

I didn't need him to say twice I streaked out of his room and into mine, locking the door. I sat on the floor and slumped against my bed, heaving heavily. Oh my god, that feeling is way to familiar for my liking. I'm… I'm… I'm in love with Xanxus? I mean I was. Or am? ARGHH! I smashed my face into the mattress in confusion. I was in a romantic relationship with Xanxus? Oh god, that explains for all the interrogation by everyone. I wanted to cry in distress. I am so confused! Am I still in love with him? I don't know how I feel about him now. My memory indeed came back even more, and I should be happy but I couldn't take in so much emotion now… What am I going to do now that I know? And in the first place, what do I feel about him NOW?

"Why is my life so complicated?" I screamed into my pillow as clutched tightly onto my quilt.

I would never have imagined Xanxus was having an equally distressing time.

Shit! I overdid it; I cursed myself I drank down the other bottle of tequila. I was obviously not drunk. A mere bottle of tequila could never get me drunk. But apparently she can. Just staring at her is just turning me into a muddle head.

Damn you Xylona, why are you complicating my life?

Now I have traumatized her with my actions, I wonder what will happen next. Ahhh screw it! I will still make her mine somehow. She's mine already anyways; I have everyone as my witnesses.

But what about her feelings? I instantly cursed myself at that thought. I'm Xanxus, I should get what I want. Everything should go as I pleased. But will I still love her if she doesn't love me? SCREW YOU WHITE HAIR BASTARD! IT IS ALL YOUR FAULT!

I threw my tequila bottle against the wall hard and it smashed into splinters. A little squeak of surprise came from the neighbouring room.

Damn it. I scared her again! I thought angrily as I kicked of my boots and sprawled on the bed. Argh I will settle this matter when I meet the old man tomorrow. For now, a sleep would do me some good.

"VOIIIII! LUSSURIA! ARE YOU DONE!" screamed Squalo as he came crashing into my room. Another familiar scene, I thought as I waited patiently for Lussuria to add the finishing touches.

"Squ! You are always too loud! There you go sweetie! Beautiful as always! Come on let's go before the strategy captain hack your dress into bits," pouted Lussuria as he walked past Squalo, earning him a free ride across the hallway from a vicious kick by Squalo. I couldn't help but laugh as I rushed over to help Lussuria.

"Squalo, you always overdo things!" I giggled as picked Lussuria up.

"Yea Squ, even Xylie agrees!"

"VOIII! DON'T CALL ME SQU! And who ask you for making such a disgusting face."

Whines. Screams. Pouts. Yelling. It is just so them.

"Ushishishishi! My princess is always the prettiest!" chuckled Bel as he rushed up to hug me.

"Aww! You didn't brush your hair again did you?" I teased as I gently combed his golden curls and arranged his tiara. "Mammon! Stop trying to mess his hair!" I grumbled as I reached out to grab that mischievous invisible illusionist.

"Myuu! How did you see through my illusions?"

"It was really obvious since you didn't put much effort to hide yourself!" I laughed as I pull him over to hug him, while Bel pulled his tiny cheeks.

"I'll make you pay!" grumbled Mammon,

"You always say that!" Bel and I chorused as Mammon sighed in defeat.

It was when I caught sight of Xanxus staring at me. Or glaring. It was hard to tell really. I instantly recalled what happened yesterday and started to feel uncomfortable.

"Let's get into the car," I smiled at everyone, trying to hide the uneasiness in me. Nobody really cared as they walked towards the entrance.

"Hey Squalo!" I started as I pulled the white hair guy back to talk to him privately.

"Hmmm?"

"Is it ok for Xanxus and I…" But I was interrupted before I could finish. The first car screeched away with Xanxus in it.

"Voi! You wanted to ask if both of you can don't take the same car right?"

"Yea…"

"Voi. Since he agrees then well, you can take the same car as me. OI! LUSSURIA! Join Levi in the car!"

"But why?" started Lussuria but was shut off as Squalo threw his sword in Lussuria' direction.

"VOIIIII! THAT'S AN ORDER!"

"Who says I'm gonna listen to you!"

"Please Lussy?" I decided to step in to clear the mess. They are sure good at wasting time.

"Aww since Xylie ask then ok!" Lussuria beamed and skipped off to join Levi.

"VOIIIII! HOW DOES THAT MAKE SENSE!" Squalo was boiling and was so ready to strangle that gay guy that just disappeared into the car.

"Come on Squalo," I said as I pulled him towards the car.

"Something happened between the both of you?" asked Squalo as we sped down the highway towards our personal airport.

"Sort of…" I answered hesitantly. Squalo looked at me expectantly, waiting for me to continue.

"Was the boss, I mean Xanxus, and I, umm… were we in a relationship? Like a romantic sort…"

I could tell Squalo was ready to burst out laughing. But he tried to keep a straight face.

"Voi. How should I put it? You guys were sort of in a relationship but it wasn't official. Ok I shouldn't say so much."

"No please explain more."

"Ask Xanxus."

"No! Why would I?"

"Voi! This is between you and him!"

"But it is so awkward!"

"I thought you remembered what happened?"

I shut up instantly. Indeed I could remember everything. But I don't if I still love him, or if he even loves me.

"Voi! Cat got your tongue?"

"Shut up!"

"VOIIIIIII! You are just shy!"

"Am not!"

"Ya right you are blushing madly!"

"Nooo!"

"Voi! We reached the airport! I'm getting off!"

"You annoying shark!" I yelled at him as he leaped out of the car gracefully, evading my grasp.

Sigh. I just have to wait till this meeting is over.

The flight from Italy to France was a mere an hour and a half. Upon getting off, we were chauffeured directly to the Vongola branch in Paris. As I stepped out of the limousine, a warm and familiar face greeted me.

"Xylona! You are safe!" smiled Timoteo as he spread out his arms to receive a hug as I rushed forward.

"Timoteo!" I ran and embraced him, earning a scowl from Xanxus.

"I'm so glad you still remember me. Come in, come in, we have a few things to settle." He said as his guardians ushered us in.

We walked into the grand living hall, lavished with French ornaments. Hopefully these items will not be destroyed by the Varia today, who knows what they can do and will do.

"Coyote, can you please escort the guardians to meeting room and settle the details regarding the attack? I'll talk to them personally." Timoteo said, his reassuring wrinkly smile resting on me as he invited me into his study.

Squalo snickered and nudged me in the rib, but ended up having a stiletto crushing his toe and an angry grunt. Of course Bel didn't miss the chance to poke fun at the shark while following the Ninth's guardians into the meeting room.

It was awkward. Not kidding. I was sitting on the couch beside Xanxus while Timoteo sat on his armchair, facing us.

"Tea?" he asked. I nodded my head while Xanxus completely ignored his question.

"Are you feeling better? Have the Varia been treating you well?"

Xanxus scowled at the question angrily, obviously very offended. I couldn't help but laugh at his reaction.

"Yes I am and no worries, they are really nice to me, just like how it was before that fateful event happened."

I could see Timoteo winced at my very frank answer but kept it to himself.

"I'm glad that you are strong and ready to move on. Your dad would have been very proud. I should say my son is really lucky to have you as one of his guardians." Smiled Timoteo, looking over at Xanxus, only to be glared back by those crimson eyes. Amazingly, Xanxus kept his mouth shut when he was referred as his son. Seems like he has improved.

"Now," coughs Timoteo, "I shall not delay and make round about. I actually called you two over to discuss about your future."

"Our future?" I asked in confusion. "Ummm… What's going on?" I looked at Timoteo to Xanxus and back again. Something must have happened when I was not around. I no need a genius to tell me that.

"You haven't asked her?" Timoteo sighed as he looked at Xanxus. Xanxus simply looked away and refused to answer.

"Xanxus?" I nudged him but he refused to reply, continue looking away. "Hey! Don't ignore me!" I snapped. Stubborn guy refused to budge as usual.

Timoteo sighed and stood up. "I'm sorry Xylona, I didn't know he haven't ask you and I don't have the right to tell you. Why don't both you go out and walk around and clear up everything?" suggested Timoteo. It wasn't a suggestion really because we didn't reply yet we are out on the streets of Paris, on a cool late August afternoon.

The first autumn chills have started to bite in, flushing people's cheeks pink as it brushes past. Paris is beautiful, the clear blue sky, cobblestone pavements, quiet shophouses, Narnian streetlamps; indeed suitable to be deemed as the "City of Love". Unfortunately, I'm stuck with Mr Sour and Grumpy face, who is as stiff as a block of wood.

A little café at the corner of the street caught my eyes. The sight of macaroons, éclairs and tarts attracted me like a magnet.

"Let's go to that café!" I decided, dragging Xanxus along whether he liked it or not. Since he decided not to have fun, I shall have fun by myself. Thankfully he didn't argue, accompanying me into the little store.

Indeed the food was undeniably good, even Xanxus couldn't resist it.

"Are you going to tell me what happened or not?" I asked him as he swallowed the last piece of macaroons.

"You really want to know?" he answered, licking up the crumbs from his lips.

"Yeah duh?" I rolled my eyes.

He looked at me for a long while and just as I was about to snap at him, he said, "I asked if I can get rid of you."

I stared back at him taken aback. He simply stared back, raising his eyebrows, as if what he had said was really normal. I suddenly burst out laughing.

"You idiot! Stop pulling my leg!"

"I'm not pulling your leg."

"Yes you are!"

"My hands are here," he said as he raised his hands.

"Argh! You horrible mean idiot!" I laughed as I playfully kicked him.

"I was just taking it literally. Let's get out of this place, its getting annoying," he grumbled, immediately taking his leave. I wonder why he was in such a hurry until I saw the other few tables of French girls, swooning over him.

"Hahaha! I thought when my Boss became a fan of walking, he is actually shy of all the attention," I giggled cheekily, poking him.

He scowled, "No," and continued walking with his hands in his pockets as if nothing happened.

"Don't deny it."

"Shut up."

"Aww, you are blushing." I teased as I poked his cheeks.

"If you breath on more word, I'm going to turn you upside down."

"Aww, you won't," I chuckled but regretted it as he picked me up with ease and threatened to turn me upside down.

"Ok ok! I'm sorry, you are a big, ugly, fat meanie and no girl wants you." I taunted, running away from him before he really turn me upside down. It was really hard to keep a distance in front of him since he is fitter than me and not in stiletto. He caught up with me after my foot starts to throb and smacked my head hard.

"Oww, ok sorry I shut up ok?" I grumbled as I rubbed my sore head and feet.

"Don't whine or cry because your feet is pain, crybaby," he smirked.

"Did you just call me a crybaby?" I snapped.

"Yea. You got a record." He answered a-matter-of-factly.

"Whatever," I grumbled as I followed him silently, cursing at every step.

He was indeed merciless; he decided to go sightseeing of all the famous spots, barely allowing me to rest my really painful feet.

I really could not take it by the time it was evening. "If you make me walk one more step, I will cry and collapse." I threatened as I stood beside the Seine River, glaring at him. He decided to ignore me and continue walking, but soon realised that I was as stubborn as he is, and was standing at the exact same spot where I refused to move. He walked back glowering, probably cursing at me.

"Fine. How about a boat trip down River Seine?" he grunted.

"Ok!" I instantly brightened up and followed him.

I would never have imagined a boat trip to turn into a romantic candlelight dinner on a cruise. And it was thanks to his angry scowl that we got everything for free and had the entire boat for ourselves. I couldn't decide if it was a happy or sad thing. But the food and scenery was good.

"Are you ever going to tell me what is going on?" I sighed as we sat quietly on the bench, watching the scenery pass by as we cruised along.

He contemplated for a moment. "You haven't answer my question from that night."

"Does it have to do with this?"

"Yea."

I looked down at my hands, wondering if I should be frank. Maybe it's best to tell the truth.

"I do find it familiar and I remembered everything."

"Then what are your feelings now?"

Why am I answering all the questions? This is annoying, I thought as I glanced up at the moon. Somehow, the songs and poems about the moon are really true. I feel calmer just looking at it.

"Frankly, I rejected it at first cause I was confused. I wasn't able to feel how I felt about you like in those memories. But after today, all the fun we had sightseeing, I think that maybe deep down somewhere I really do have feelings for you." I whispered as I turned to look at him. His handsome face in the moonlight showed no hints of what he was thinking.

[Xanxus's POV]

I stared back at her as I absorbed what she had just said. I was in fact really disappointed that she didn't love me when she first got back her memories. I could just dump away my feelings for her immediately, but I had already decided during the time she was gone that she will forever be mine. Since there is still a chance I better grab it before someone else does.

"Xanxus?" she prompted softly. There's something about her beautiful eyes that shines in the moonlight, making me feel as if my unfriendly and fierce mask would melt instantly. I just couldn't peel my eyes of her. She looked unsure from the long silence. I couldn't resist it anymore and instantly scooped her into my arms. She yelped in surprise from my sudden actions but didn't push away.

"You cannot imagine how long I've waited to be back with you," I whispered into her soft curls. She reached out to pat my spiky hair, awkwardly at first but soon remembered how she had done it for so many times in the past.

"Xanxus, I know we have probably gotten pretty far," she started but I silence her. "It's ok. I don't mind starting again." From the relieved look on her face, I knew that was what she wanted.

"Thank you," she whispered as she snuggled into my arms and leant on my shoulder as we continue to cruise down the River Seine. For once, I was glad I wasn't lazing at home. You will never believe how much I missed you Xylona.

"Wait!" she suddenly piped up, shoving me away slightly. I scowled angrily, wondering what she was up to. "You haven't told me what happened between you and Timoteo!" She said pouting. Her pouting and angry face is always the cutest, no doubt. I couldn't resist pinching her cheeks and pulling her back into my arms.

"Don't tell you!" I smirked as she wriggled in my grasp. She looked up at me in shock before bursting.

"WHAT?!" she exclaimed as tried to push me away, but nope, I will never be letting her go ever again. I continued snickering as she tried prying my arms off her. "Let me go! Omg you suck so bad!"

"I know."

"ARGH! I hate you so much!" she snapped as slapped my arm.

"Too bad you messed with me. Now you are mine. Deal with it," I laughed as she sighed in defeat.

Neither of us noticed the 5 secret assassins on the bank, laughing over the sight they had seen.

So how do you like the fluff and comedy. I needed a break from the serious mood in the last few chapters.:) I apologize again if it was really fast, I wanted them back together to be able to continue the story so yup:) Hope you have enjoyed this chapter!:D Also do favourite, follow and review if you did! YAY! Look out for the next chapter!^^