AN: Sorry for the wait. My grandmother had a stroke, and between that and her Alzheimer's, she's not doing very well. There are a lot of adjustments we're having to make as she now needs care 24 hours a day.
On a much, much brighter note: The end of this chapter gets pretty explicit. (Heh, Word suggested 'herpes' as the next word after 'gets.' Don't worry; I didn't follow that advice.)
Chapter 35 ~ Sir Kanda Yuu
"Fuck! I really did it! I thought you were just trying to piss me off… What the hell am I gonna do now? Everyone's gonna think I'm fucking crazy."
"You are fucking crazy, and you should have known I wasn't lying. When I want to set you off all I have to do is insult my nephew, but this… oh, this is exquisite!"
"Shut up, damnit! I'm trying to think."
"Yeah, that will happen…"
"Shit! Why am I stuck babysitting your drunk ass anyway?"
"I prefer the term inebriated. It's much classier."
"And how can you talk like you're still sober?!"
"I've had quite a lot of practice over the years. Damn, I wish Tyki would hurry up; I'm dragging him straight to bed so I can show him how much of a seme I -"
"No. Hell no! One more word and I swear they'll never find the body…"
"What? It's not like you aren't shagging my nephew's brains out."
"And it's not like we go around discussing it with others. What you and Tyki do is not my business, and what my Moyashi and I do isn't yours."
"Bah! You're no fun, you prude."
Allen and Tyki joined Queen Mary in her private study to discuss Kanda's speech.
"Thank you so much for pretending that you expected it. It kept Yuu from looking bad."
"You're quite welcome, sweetie, but I wasn't pretending. I could tell he was absolutely terrified."
"But how did you know he'd switch to Japanese?"
"I didn't, Tyki, but when he did, I wasn't surprised. It seemed like a natural response under the circumstances."
"I'm glad you're so excellent at reading people. When Yuu is very anxious, he sometimes switches languages without realizing it."
"Poor thing. You need to give him extra loving tonight. He looks like he needs the reassurance."
"Mary!" Allen's face instantly turned fire engine red.
"Oh, come on, little brother… You two live together and you truly think I'd believe you aren't screwing?"
"She has a point, Allen. You two are kinda obvious."
"Kind of obvious? Be honest, Tyki. There's no 'kinda' to it. Anyone who sees them together can tell."
"Can we please quit discussing my sex life and return to the reason we're here?"
"So uptight… Seems like you need more loving too."
Allen crossed his arms over his chest and pouted at Queen Mary.
"And before you try to argue with me: Yes, you are sulking, and no, I will not agree to call it 'quiet contemplation.'"
"Whatever. I just want to resolve this so I can get back to Yuu's side."
Mary rolled her eyes and sighed.
"Fine. So since I wasn't surprised when he delivered his acceptance speech in Japanese, we don't need to reveal that it was unintentional. All we need to do is provide a reason why he spoke in his native tongue instead of in English."
"Yes, and it helps that he delivered a flawless and heartfelt speech, even if very few people understood him. Once we think of a reason, I'll do a press release on behalf of the family."
"And I'll issue a separate statement. People aren't willing to question me, or The Arc for that matter. But what shall we say?"
"He did it to honor his ancestors. His mother and grandfather meant the world to him, and he lost them in a house fire when he was only six years old. He found his mother and tried to rescue her, but he couldn't reach her. He watched her body burn until he passed out from his own injuries. A medic found him unconscious, his hand still reaching out for her. He's lived with survivor's guilt ever since, and he wants their spirits to be proud of him."
"Wow… I knew he was something special, but he's even more incredible than I realized. Hang on to him, Ally. Cherish him. Be there for him whenever he needs you. You're blessed to have such an amazing man in love with you."
"I know. He's more than I deserve, and I try to do all I can to show him how much I love him."
"Don't say that! He's a strong man, a true survivor, but you deserve his love. You've always thought yourself unworthy of being loved, and it's never been true. Now go to him so you can comfort each other. I'll make a statement within the hour, and I'm sure Tyki can do the same."
"Already on it." Tyki dialed a number as he stepped out of the room.
Allen walked up to Kanda and sat on his lap. He pulled the older teen into a warm, loving kiss.
"It's all taken care of, my love. Your speech was beautiful, and the press releases will declare that it was given in Japanese in honor of your ancestors."
"But I didn't plan to speak Japanese. I didn't even know I'd done it until Cross played the recording for me."
"Well, you did dedicate your new titles to them, and I'm certain they're extremely proud of you. I think it's an appropriate reason to use your first language. In fact, you spoke with such confidence that I doubt your anxiety caused it."
"What are you suggesting? You think I subconsciously decided to do it?"
Allen shrugged.
"It is possible, and I think it's a beautiful way to acknowledge where you came from."
"Hnn… I guess you could be right. If nothing else it spares me from looking like a total baka."
"So are you going to relax now?"
"I don't know about that… I might need a little help to really relax."
Allen grinned at Kanda and began licking and nibbling on his neck. He occasionally brought his lips to his lover's ear and purred.
"Oi! Can't that wait until we get home? I don't want to watch your kinky foreplay."
The young couple ignored him. Allen continued his ministrations, and Kanda threw his head back and moaned.
The group in Maine sat in stunned silence as they watched Queen Mary honor Kanda and his subsequent acceptance speech. The spell remained unbroken until the live feed ended. Lena spoke first.
"Wow! When the queen said she had a surprise for Kanda, I figured it'd be an extra medal or something… but making him a marquess like Allen?! That's incredible!"
"Yeah, but I hope Yuu-Yuu doesn't make me start callin' him 'The Most Honourable Sir Kanda Yuu, The Marquess of Swiss Cottage.'"
"Well, I doubt he'll make you do it all the time…"
"Let's see if I remember all the titles correctly: Neah is Duke of Camden, Kanda is Marquess of Swiss Cottage, and Allen is Marquess of Hampstead."
"Oh, and don't forget Cross is Viscount of West Hampstead." Reever interrupted.
"Thanks, dear. I always forget him. Did I get everything right, Neah?"
"Yes, Komui, and when I die, Allen will inherit my title and keep his own."
"Don't say 'when' you die, Neah. 'Mui and Reever's cure is working!"
"I know it has so far, Lena, but even if I'm cured, no one lives forever."
"I don't wanna think about that right now. Let's keep things happy. How about my Ni-chan's speech; wasn't the Japanese a nice touch?"
"Oh, I can't believe I let Kanda-kun down! He's been given such an important title, and I wasn't even there for him!" Tiedoll began sobbing, and Alice quietly hugged him before turning to glare at Neah.
"I know we've got to fill in for you during your treatments, and that the more work we accomplish the easier this will be for Allen, but was this really necessary?! Would a few days off have done any harm?! Kanda didn't even name Froi in his speech! You know the boy has trust issues, and Froi's absence seriously hurt their relationship!"
"I know, and I am truly sorry. I greatly underestimated the effect it would have on Kanda. I expected him to sulk for a while, but I thought he would calm down before the event."
"Well he didn't, and now it's up to you to fix this!"
"I know. Allen has already emailed me demanding an explanation. I intend to disclose everything to both boys within the next few days. I will call Allen tomorrow, and we'll discuss travel arrangements."
"T… tra… travel… arrangements?"
"Yes, Tiedoll. I want them to come visit us so I can speak to them in person. It will also give you and Kanda a chance to see each other. I know it won't make up for today, but maybe it will help you two reconcile."
"I hope you're right."
"Don't worry; I'm sure Yuu-Yuu can't stay mad at you forever. Ouch! What'd I do this time, Lena?"
"Kanda's not mad; he's hurt. You know you have to approach him differently depending on his mood!"
"Yeah. He's worse when he's upset. Good thing Al will be here to rein him in."
Once the four men returned to Allen's manor, Cross immediately led Tyki to their bedroom. A loud cry of "Ohh, Cross!" was heard before their door slammed and cut off their sounds. Allen smirked and turned to look at his lover.
"Yuu, what shall I do to pleasure you tonight?"
"Mmm… Remember what we did Christmas night?"
"How could I ever forget?! You made me come five times!"
"Wanna see if I can beat that record?"
"Wow… Carry me?"
"Anything you want, kitten." Kanda lifted his boyfriend into his arms. "And tomorrow, you're gonna need me to carry you."
Allen shivered in anticipation.
After locking the bedroom door, Kanda pinned Allen to the wall and crushed his lips against the younger's. Their tongues tangled in a fierce battle for dominance, neither able to hold control for long. Kanda broke the kiss and dropped to his knees. His fingers quickly freed Allen's rigid member from the confines of his pants. Contrary to his usual method, the ravenette took his lover's length in immediately, sucking on it and massaging the underside with his tongue.
"Hah… Yuu! Ohh… Ahh… Yuu! Mmm…"
From the sounds his beautiful boyfriend was making, Kanda knew he would not last long. He pulled back to suck on the silken head and tease the slit with his tongue. Once the action had elicited a few breathy moans from his partner, he went back down to the root and swallowed. Allen released with a loud cry, and Kanda hummed appreciatively as the hot cum hit the back of his throat. He tried to stand, but the younger teen tackled him. The action startled him, and before he knew it, Allen had his pants undone and his lips around his cock.
"Uhh… Aren… thought… Ahh… I was… Mmm… making… Ohh… you come."
Allen's hand replaced his mouth, and he flashed his boyfriend a wicked grin.
"And I decided we should see how many times we can come."
Allen deep-throated him again before he had time to respond. He swallowed around the thick shaft several times, and Kanda came for the first time that night. Allen sat up and licked his lips.
"So, Yuu, like my idea?"
Kanda responded by unbuttoning Allen's shirt, slipping both it and the tuxedo jacket off the youth's pale shoulders. He licked, kissed, and nipped a path from his boyfriend's scarred cheek to his chest. Reaching Allen's nipple, he latched onto the pert, pink bud and sucked. Slender fingers trailed up Allen's right side to pinch and roll its twin. Kanda ceased his ministrations when both nubs were red and swollen and Allen was a panting, writhing, begging mess.
"Please, huh… Yuu. Need… you… to… take… me."
"Not yet, Moyashi. We need to come a few more times first."
Allen smiled and removed Kanda's shirt and jacket. He lovingly caressed his lover's chest, fingers lingering on the scars from his recent surgery.
"Yuu, I'm so sorry." Silver eyes filled with guilt.
"Shh… You're alive, I'm alive, and we are supposed to be fucking each other's brains out. Now cheer the hell up before you kill my hard-on."
Allen laughed and hugged Kanda, burying his face in the elder's chest. Kanda moaned when he felt teeth sink into his right pectoral and moaned louder as Allen sucked and licked the bite. He wrapped his arms around his little lover, shifted his weight, and stood. Allen's mouth did not leave his chest until he laid the boy on their bed. Kanda pulled his boyfriend's pants off, then kicked his own off before joining him. He claimed Allen's mouth in an aggressive kiss, recognizing the faint metallic taste in the welcoming cavern.
"You drew blood when you bit me, my feisty little kitty."
Allen slid a hand between them and started stroking his partner's arousal.
"And you moaned in pleasure when I did it."
Kanda grasped his lover's member and timed his strokes to match Allen's.
"Because it felt damn good."
Their strokes increased in speed, thumbs teasing each other's slits.
"Mmm… Care to return the favor?"
Kanda licked Allen's collar-bone then bit the smooth flesh. Knowing his partner did not like things as rough as he did, he took care not to break the alabaster skin.
"Yuu!"
Allen came when he felt his lover's bite, his scream taking Kanda over the edge with him. The ravenette rolled off of him and brought the boy's hand to his lips, carefully licking every drop of his own seed from it. Allen did likewise, and their mouths met in a slow, tender kiss. Once they parted, the white-haired beauty curled up against his boyfriend's side.
"Hmm, you are…"
"Moyashi?"
Kanda lifted the snowy hair that covered his lover's face. The younger male was fast asleep. He sighed and placed a gentle kiss on his forehead.
"I'll let you rest for a while, my beautiful Aren."
He slowly moved off the bed, sliding his pillow into his place by Allen's side. He slipped a pair of pajama bottoms on and silently left the room. Kanda went to the kitchen and made a platter full of sandwiches. He carried the food and some bottled water back to their room, stripped, and climbed back into bed to wait on his beloved to wake up.
AN: Shall I continue their night of passion in the next chapter or skip ahead to the next day? I have ideas, but I can always save them for later.