Wishing Kokoros

Mirai Kurosaki

Chapter 8

A/N: Gomen ne Akane-chan again about the last episode not being between Tsuzuki and Hisoka, but between Hisoka and 'the guy you hate'. But I did promise there would scenes between them. ^_^ Don't worry, I always keep my promise. He he. Oh, and to Ryukai, yup! I do love those cliff hangers! ^_^ Thank you for reviewing my ficcy! And I'd like to thank all of you who have as well. So kind ^_^

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Among the piles and stacks of old personal property of the Kyomeito family was Tsuzuki, huffing in defeat at the endless stacks of books and photo albums that were sprawled before him.

"Let's see…If I was a disturbed psychopathic man, where would I keep something valuable? Oooh, Watari said something about looking for something that would catch my attention."

Tsuzuki placed a hand to his chin in thought as he searched around the room. He pushed aside a few piles that fell upon the floor, their pages fluttering in protest. There was a large text that lied behind the piles that were currently lying on the floor.

He picked it up and began flipping through the text. "A…Journal?"

Indeed it appeared to be a journal. At the end of every entry Miyuki signed it with his signature. Tsuzuki flipped through more and paused when he noticed the writing change into something darker. He read:

Hello again,

I had a great time talking to Hisoka today about the 'creature' I discovered. Hopefully I can get what I want. Poor Hisoka, though. Those parents of his, drowning him among the sorrow of their own pathetic excuse of fear. I can make him happy if he would cooperate. His beauty astonishes me. I wish for him to see me as a human. But alas, I only live in my kingdom

Speaking of my kingdom. I hate it. I want to watch them all burn in Hell for what they're doing to me. My brother is their leader now. He possesses what I want. But he will never get the one thing that I wish for. I will create my own kingdom where the moonlight touches the tip of the tower when it reaches its peak. My loyal reptiles that I have discovered and have taking a liking to will be my subjects. And I will use Kazutaka-san to bring me Hisoka. It's all one step at a time. The beginning of the end for the kingdom will arise. I must part now. My mother seeks my presence.

The book was closed with a soft clunk and Tsuzuki sighed deeply. "This guy has serious problems. Did he murder his family? And where is the tower that is touched my the moonlight…"

Watching the sun set and dance upon the ripples of the ocean, Tsuzuki realized how empty he felt without Hisoka. He sighed. Trying to hold back the tears, he took out his phone and dialed a number.

"Watari here."

"Watari, it's Tsuzuki. I need to know a location."

"Okay, shoot."

"I need to know a building that has a tower that touches the moonlight when the moon reaches its peak."

"The only place I can think of would be the ancient castle-like building that is located by Mt. Fuji. Almost like as if it was floating upon the clouds. It's not necessarily a castle, it's just the tower that looks like one. Yes that must be it! It all makes sense now!"

"What does?"

"Someone tried to explain about books showing a tall tower of some sort. Too complicated to explain but that's the general idea."

"Thanks a lot, Watari. I'm on my way."

"Be careful."

"Thanks."

"Oh and one more thing."

"Hmmm?"

"Bring back the kid safely in your arms."

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Miyuki passed through the halls, guards bowing their heads at his appearance, and entered the throne room. Yeiko stood by the steps, kneeling.

"What was the new you bring to me?" Miyuki asked, setting himself down on his seat.

Yeiko arose, his golden eyes gleaming mischief. He gave a slight bow and spoke. "I bring news from the people of your kingdom, which are held in the bottom cell. They are begging for release and plan to revolt."

"Revolt? Such nonsense! They are my slaves now! They can do none of such sort." Miyuki gave a snort of disgust. "Anything important I should know?"

"Asato is heading this way. So are a few of his companions; however, they will be accompanying him later," explained Yeiko, causing a ball of light to form in the palms of his hands.

Miyuki's interest grew. He leaned forward and raised an eyebrow. With a regaled tune he commanded, "Show him to me."

"As you wish."

Throwing the ball slightly higher, Yeiko focused his eyes into the light and caused an appearance of the night sky to appear. Within the darkness, there was Tsuzuki riding on Byakko, with an angered look on his face.

"So persistent. We'll be prepared for his arrival. What about Kazutaka?" Miyuki leaned back into his seat, showing boredom once again.

Yeiko cast a small spell and caused the ball of light to vanish. He ran a hand through his hair and said, "Still no threats. I doubt he notices anything."

"Excellent."

"How is Hisoka-san?"

Miyuki gave a sly grin. "He's a good boy. Slightly stubborn but my dear prince will learn through experience."

Watching a few guards brining in a boy in rags, Yeiko asked, "Why did you allow Yume to live? And to protect Hisoka?"

"Despite the fact that he is my brother," began Miyuki, signaling the guards to bring in the struggling boy, "he knows he has no choice. Even if Hisoka discovers the truth from that smart mouth, he can do nothing about it. Yume will protect him and I control him."

Upon the whimpers the boy made, snakes slithered in a rhythm tune, and a few growled. Miyuki chuckled at the feeble attempts the boy made to escape.

"Master, this is the boy you wished to speak to. He is the one who escaped and searched for Asato and his friends. We found him sneaking around again."

Yeiko watched to boy with high interest as Miyuki stood up and strolled down to face the boy. He appeared to be only fourteen years old.

"What's your name, boy?"

A tiny squeal erupted form the small form when a sharp prick was sent to his back. He growled quietly but responded with a harsh tone. "Tenkei."

"Heaven's Blessing? What sort of name is that?" Miyuki asked, indicating for the guards to release their grip on the boy. They obeyed.

The boy spat at Miyuki. "The name which was given to me by my older sister."

Miyuki gave a harsh slap to the boy's cheek sending Tenkei to the ground. "Watch your actions, Tenkei-chan. What about your mother and father?"

Tenkei gasped at the sudden contact his back made with the marble surface. He grimaced. "You killed my father before I was born. And my mother the day after I was born. Only my sister was left to raise me. You killed her three days ago. You took her soul, you bastard!"

The boy's sharp tongue impressed Yeiko. He couldn't help but smirk. He watched Miyuki force the boy's chin upward, staring into Tenkei's deep violet eyes, covered with thick chocolate strands of hair.

"It seems we're going to have to teach that tongue of yours a lesson boy. You're too pretty for your own good. Perhaps a taste of your soul will be amusing."

Tenkei's eyes widen as Miyuki brought his face closer to his, closing the gap between them. He cried out when an arm wrapped around his weak body. With a quick reflex, Tenkei used his elbow to gut Miyuki in the gut.

Miyuki gave a grunt and released the boy, clutching his stomach. Tenkei took the opportunity and dashed off with his quick speed. Miyuki laughed when Tenkei began running out of the room, heading towards the kitchen.

"Don't think you can get away, boy."

Yeiko stepped down and made sure his brother was unharmed. "Are you going to let him go?"

Miyuki brushed himself off and headed back to his throne. He glanced back at Yeiko and said, "He can do whatever he wishes. There is no way of escape. Besides, there isn't anything that will harm him."

"You don't want him to get hurt?" asked Yeiko, with an odd look. It appeared that Miyuki wanted to kill Tenkei.

"Of course. That boy is unique, different from the rest."

"How so?"

Another sly look. "That's for me to know."

Yeiko nodded in understanding, yet still disappointed, and headed out. As he almost left the room Miyuki told him,

"And be sure to watch our for any sign of Kazutaka. He's a sly one."

"As you wish."

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Do you want some tea, instead?

"Yeah, sure."

All right.

Hisoka stretched his muscles, and sauntered around the enormous kitchen. It certainly didn't appear to be a kitchen, due to the odd decorations stored around the place. Also, there were large sofas and chairs occupying the place too. In either case, Hisoka sat himself down in a leather chair that lied before a coffee table.

"What's with the sofas?"

Miyuki wanted some areas to appear like home for you.

"Hmmm. Is there anyway to escape this place?" asked Hisoka, hoping for a positive answer.

I'm afraid not, Hisoka.

Yume sat up on his hind legs and watched for the tea to heat up. As soon as he noticed the steam rising from the tea, he used his wings and tight grip on his jaw to serve Hisoka a mug. He placed his other legs upon the ground and headed towards Hisoka, balancing the mug on his head with ease.

I hope it's hot enough for you.

"I'm sure it taste great." Hisoka gave a small nod and accepted the mug. With both hands, Hisoka took a sip and sighed in content. The warmth streamed down his throat, casing him to loosen his muscles.

Yume smiled and sat down beside Hisoka, resting his head upon the armchair.

Both were silent and in peace, until a soft whisper was heard down the hall and the shuffle of feet.

"Yume-san! Yume-san!" A little boy in rags dashed into the room, out of breath.

Hisoka blinked and watched the boy catch his breath. As soon as the boy caught his breath, large amethyst eyes stared up into Hisoka's. They widened and a soft gasp came from the boy. He ran to Hisoka and literally bounced into his lap. It took Hisoka much control over his hand not to spill the hot tea.

"You must be Hisoka-san! You must be because of those bright emerald eyes! I've been looking everywhere for you! I'd thought you hadn't arrived!"

The boy's endless prattle was beginning to annoy Hisoka, but he felt sympathy for the ragged boy.

Tenkei, what news do you bring?

Tenkei, assumed Hisoka, turned his attention to the beast before him. "Yume-san!" He again bounced off Hisoka and right into Yume. Both were tumbled onto the floor, with the boy giving Yume a tight embrace.

"Yume, who is this?"

Yume purred contently and gave Hisoka an apologetic glance. This is Tenkei-kun. I am sorry I didn't mention him before but I couldn't. He is known here as being mischief and sneaky. He gets the information for me when I'm not allowed to enter private areas.

Hisoka raised an eyebrow and placed his mug down. "How can he understand you?"

Telepathic.

"Oh."

Tenkei released his hold on Yume and turned back to Hisoka. "Hisoka-san, I'm sorry Miyuki has taken you as his prince. I'm sure you've realized he's nothing but a perverted bastard."

"He use to be kind."

"I know. Oh! Yume-san," began Tenkei, with a great deal of anxiety and sorrow, "they know of his arrival! They said they're prepared for him!"

Hisoka asked, "Who do they know is coming?"

Tenkei frowned and said, "Asato-san. His friends will be joining up soon."

"Tsuzuki! He's alive!" Hisoka's heart raced as he shot up from his seat. How he missed Tsuzuki's warm touch when he felt depressed!

Yume spoke to everyone. Tenkei escaped and found Watari on the street. He knew he was a companion of Tsuzuki so he explained where you were. He was unable to give an exact location because he wasn't brought up around here but he heard of Miyuki explaining about writing in journals. He also knew that there was a tall tower at the top of his place. Sadly, he was caught soon afterward.

"Why they didn't he try to run away?"

Tenkei smiled and said, "I came back to protect you. I have an ability that can keep you from harm. I also know this place the best!"

Hisoka sat back down and gave a slight smile. "Thank you, Tenkei. This is getting confusing. Is there anyway to stop Miyuki?"

No. Remember, he is now the leader of the Kyomeito kingdom. Actually, it's under his control.

A small whimper came from Tenkei. He went down to his knees and gave a sigh of despondency. His head was bowed and stared harshly at the ground. "Yume-san…"

What's the matter, Tenkei-kun?

The boy shuddered. "Miyuki is…"

What do you see?

"Another execution…It's…Oh God." The boy's head shot up, tears leaking down his face. "Yume-san, Hitaru-san is next. Miyuki is running low and is going to drink her soul."

Hisoka gave a peculiar look. "What's this thing about souls?"

Miyuki drinks souls of the slaves.

Hisoka asked, "Does he need to do this to sustain his being?"

Tenkei stuck out his tongue in disgust. "Of course not! He does it for the thrill! And to make it more interesting he'll rape the boys before doing so!"

"What the hell? He wouldn't!"

Don't exaggerate Tenkei. Miyuki would never do that and you know it. If he does, it would break their souls and they aren't pure enough for his taste then. He might tease them or so, but never harm them in that way. They are his future army.

"What's gotten into him? Miyuki…He…When he spoke to me…He was so kind…" Hisoka felt as if though tears were about to spring free. Remembering the times of Miyuki speaking to him when he was afraid seemed to be worth nothing now.

"Hisoka-san..." Tenkei tugged on Hisoka's pants. "You must understand, though, Miyuki does care about you. He's just become to obsessive with his power, but he will never harm you. You should see how he speaks about you. I'm sorry if I made you feel depressed."

Tenkei is correct. Miyuki does have a heart. The only problem is that he was just always interested in the dark arts. There must be a way for him to understand.

"Miyuki…"

At the time, Yeiko had entered and stood in the large doorway that separated the kitchen from the hallway. He had an aggrieved look in his eyes but spoke with a monotone voice. "Kurosaki Hisoka, it is time for the Ceremony. You two are to come along as well."

Hisoka blanked out form what Yeiko was speaking and lunged at his once dear companion. He clutched Yeiko's throat in a deathly grip and snarled, "You traitor! I trusted you! Tsuzuki trusted you! You bastard! I'll kill you for what you did! You took me away form the one precious thing to me! You damn bastard!"

Both Tenkei and Yume rushed to Hisoka's side and tried to pry the raged teenager off Yeiko. Hisoka angrily shoved them aside and tightened his grip. "I'll kill you!"

Yeiko made a small gasping scream. He glared at Hisoka and took the boy's head into his hands. Immediately, he sent a bolt of images into Hisoka's mind, causing him to scream and release Yeiko.

"Hisoka-san!"

Hisoka clutched his head and hurled into the surface, giving out a cry of pain. He held his head tightly until the images began fading.

The meanwhile, Yeiko stood up and brushed off his clothing. "A bold move for such a weak boy. I know you're ability Kurosaki. Don't think of me as stupid. Now if you will, the Ceremony will begin shortly. Miyuki awaits your presence." With that, Yeiko turned to head back. A frail voice spoke up.

"Why?"

Yeiko slightly turned to notice Hisoka being sided up by Yume, who was currently growling softly at Yeiko and Tenkei, who held on to Hisoka's hand.

A small smirk crossed Yeiko's face. "I am sorry for your future, Kurosaki. I only did what I was told. It is my way to seek revenge." He turned back and left.

Yume's growling faded and Tenkei gave an apologetic look. "Even Yeiko-san is under Miyuki's control."

We must go. The Ceremony begins.

Hisoka huffed and decided to deal with Yeiko much later.

As they headed towards the throne room, Hisoka asked, "What's the Ceremony?"

A whimper came from Tenkei. He held tightly onto Hisoka's hand and replied, "It's when a special execution is made in order for punishment or entertainment."

"Why do you sound so calm about it?"

Anyone who tries to interfere will die as well. There is nothing we can do. But the next execution is a friend of Tenkei-kun's. Tenkei knew Hitaru would be executed someday. Punishment for his loyalty to my mother and father.

Hisoka gave a look of amazement. He stared straight ahead as they continued walking. He whispered, "I wish Tsuzuki was here."

"Not a good thought."

A sharp look was shot at the boy who held on to Hisoka's hand. "Why?"

Tenkei refused to make eye contact with Hisoka and replied as they continued their way down, "If they find him, he will be killed without a second to spare."

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A/N: ^^; Uhhh, this was mainly a chapter for information. It's confusing, I know. And it's gonna become more disturbing in the next chapter or two. Don't worry everyone! Tsuzuki will come! I promise! Oh and Tenkei is my own original character that is in my manga (not posted yet. Still finishing up the website! ^_^)

Notes:

Tenkei's name means heaven's blessing if you guys didn't get what Miyuki was saying.

Tsuzuki will come! He will! I promise! There WILL be scenes!

Miyuki is a disturbing, sexy, perverted bastard! No, no. He's not as bad as you think…I can't say anything, though. It'll ruin the plot. ^^;;;

Tsuzuki x Hisoka ^_^ (I just felt like typing that)