By my Side

A/N: Told you I'd update quickly! Wow, I haven't lost all of you after all, thanks for all your beautiful reviews, they may be just words but they are priceless to me. I had a huge week with tests and assignments due in, so logically I deserve a nice, relaxing weekend. But since most of you want to find out what's going to happen, I just had to get off my lazy bum and write some more. Ahem, in case any of you are wondering why the hell this is categorised as Romance/Angst, don't worry. I know everything up to now is all mushy and happy scenes, but the real story will kick in very soon, sooner than you might think really.

Wow! nearly 91 reviews already! Let's make me a very happy authoress by breaking the hundred line! It brings me some comfort in my pathetic life... anyhow, let's move on to the fic now shall we? Here we go!

Disclaimer: I'm getting sick of writing this, so go see chapter one.

"Talking"
(Thinking)

Chapter 7:
Convince me

(He'll come around by the time he goes to bed) the slate haired boy mused silently.

(Humph. I guess someone is going to be sleeping alone tonight) those were Rei's last thoughts before he disappeared behind the bathroom doors.

Inside, Rei slipped out of his clothes and unbraided his hair then stepped in the hot shower, letting the endless flowing liquid engulf him and wipe away any thoughts that lingered in his mind. A hand lifted up and disappeared in the long raven tresses, raking thoroughly in order to unfasten any locks, while the other reached out for the shampoo that sat on the small racket.

Out in the bedroom, Kai laid out his covers and got ready to sleep. He had no idea why Rei was pissed at him, let alone how to fix his boyfriend's little problem. Kai wasn't the type that will apologise and make things up, if he did nothing wrong, then that's was it, end of story. On the other hand, he didn't want Rei to be angry with him, for any reason, he loved the boy dearly and would want nothing more than to see him happy and sound. However, Kai was proud, and he wasn't going to let it down for something silly. Aggravated with the two personalities inside him trying to fight out, the slate haired boy ruffled through his slightly damp hair once more then laid down on his bed, arms behind his head, and soon drifted off in a pool of thoughts.

(Humph, I can't let him carry on like this, I'm getting weak. But then what does it matter when I have his love? But still, I need to get back at him for doing this.) Kai mused, sitting up with the white pillow behind him for support and pulled the covers up till his waist. School can really tire a person out, no matter how strong they are, and Kai didn't need to fall asleep, not now anyways.

(How can I get back at him without really hurting him? Ignore him? No, that wouldn't work since I ignore him for most of the day, it'll be letting him off. Not let him copy my homework? No, he'll really hate me for that... hm, what else can I do?)

A sharp shrill note of a whistle sounded through the building, effectively bringing the slate haired boy out of his little trance, signalling lights out in all dormitories.

" Damn, its 10pm already." Kai grumbled as he got off the bed and walked to the other side of the room to turn off the lights. He switched off one of the two buttons on the panel and the room instantly plunged into darkness, the only source of light now came from the crack of the bathroom door. Kai was about to go back to bed when his eyes rested on the other switch that laid next to the one he just pressed. Looking down at the bathroom door, a thought crossed his mind, accompanied by a mischievous grin.

(Let's see how well the kitten can see in the dark.) Crimson irises sparkled playfully before a pale hand was lifted and pressed down on the small switch. Kai knew the raven haired boy could see very well in the dark, so he wasn't worried at all. Besides, he wanted to play with his kitten. Now the room was completely engulfed by the darkness, moonlight shone dimly through the open window, illuminating the window sill as it reflected its rays.

Two seconds later, an extremely irritated and indignant shout came from behind the closed doors of the dark bathroom.

" K-A-I!!!!!"

The one being called at had his hands on his stomach, which effectively suppressed his loud chuckle.

" TURN THE DAMN LIGHTS BACK ON!! KAI!!" the voice continued to bark out in annoyance.

Coming to the conclusion that he didn't want his kitten any more mad at him that he already is, Kai let his slender digit brush over the switch, a small tick was heard and light emitted from the crack of the door once more.

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{Meanwhile somewhere in the world...}

A silent figure moved quickly and quietly down the deserted corridor, avoiding any hidden cameras and trying to make himself inconspicuous as possible, trying to be invisible to those watching him, constantly. At times he crept secretively around corners even though no one was there, while at times he walked straight and proud, also emotionless. If it had been any stranger in this premises they will surely get lost, all of the corridors were alike, barely furnished with white walls, concrete floor and metal doors. It was damp, cold and poorly lit, and could be mistaken for a castle if not for the modern objects attached on the metal doors.

After 15 minutes of wandering no, heading somewhere, the slim figure reached his destination. He rummaged through his outfit's pockets for few seconds before pulling out something that resembled an identification card. Swiping it down the slot on the machinery that rested on the doorknob, he waited until the red light beeped and turned green, admitting him in.

[Access approved] a cold, metallic voice echoed through the eerie corridors.

Inside the room, if you could call it that, was not much different to the outside halls. It also had white walls, but with old wooden floors that perhaps offered slightly more heat than concrete could. There were no windows in the room, except for a small one in the bathroom adjoining the main section. It was furnished with utmost simplicity, only containing three pieces of furniture; a small bed, an ancient wooden chair and a plain wardrobe.

The figure walked in and headed straight for the wardrobe, opening the creaking doors, he poked his head in and fished out a navy sports bag. Roughly zipping it open, he held it with one hand while the other reached in the wardrobe once more. Seizing all of his clothes, which wasn't much at all, the boy placed them in one by one in an orderly fashion.

" So you're really going?" an impassive voice sounded from behind him, catching the boy off guard.

Stopping his task at hand, the one spoken to jumped slightly upon hearing the voice, but recomposed himself just as fast. Making sure his face was masked invisibly and showed no traces of surprise, the sixteen year old teenager turned around and faced the obviously unwanted companion who sat cross legged on his bed. His eyes were closed and his pale skin and amethyst locks illuminated in the dim room.

Damn, he hadn't even turned the lights on!

" What are you doing here?" an icy tone just like the previous, if not more cold, questioned no, demanded an answer from the boy.

Eyes of the directed one fluttered open at the remark, revealing a pair of emerald orbs, its depths impenetratable.

" Cut the crap and answer my question first." the boy on the bed argued.

" Always telling me what do," the other grumbled, " and yes I am."

A small gasp was heard upon hearing that affirmation, he refused to admit it when he first heard rumours from his fellow mates, but hearing it from the boy himself was different, like a judge's verdict that came down harsh, and final, leaving no gap for appeal.

" He won't let you go that easily you know, and how the hell did you sneak out to do the test, let alone win the scholarship?!" the tone was first concerned but soon became frustrated. But truth be told, he didn't want one of his only friends to leave, his actions and tone however, was nowhere near how he felt. He never revealed or admitted his true feelings, and he wasn't about to, even if the consequence is losing his best friend for 1 whole year.

" I will get out of here, because he is out in town right now, I got someone to make a fake phone call, and he was stupid enough to believe it." the boy explained half sneering, and resumed his packing, trying to occupy himself. Unfortunately not long enough because he didn't have much belongings. Seeing that his companion wouldn't stop until an answer was given, slowly in a low voice he added something to his explanation.

" I have my ways... I always did."

(I know... but how? Why do you do this to me? Can't you see that I don't want you to leave? Can't you see that I... I actually care?!)

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Now a very, very pissed off Rei walked, or rather stomped out of the bathroom, glaring the best as he could at the peaceful, yet amused form of his boyfriend on the bed. Even though it was dark, Kai would see the raven haired boy's golden irises perfectly well, they narrowed dangerously as hissing sounds emitted from his oral cavity, revealing glimpses of two sharp fangs. Rei continued to glare at Kai as he walked towards his bed, flinging his clothes inside the wardrobe, he was in no mood to fold them up and put them in neatly, no.

" Aw come on kitten, it was an accident, I didn't mean it. Besides, you could see completely well in the dark, so what's the problem?" Kai tried to sound as innocent as possible, anyone would pass just by looking at his face, even in the dark, but not this boy. Rei still bared that pissed off look on his face as he pulled out the covers, getting ready for sleep.

" That wasn't very nice Kai, and you know it was not an accident, you did it on purpose!" Rei exclaimed, his tone was accusing but no longer angry as he trotted over and sat down on the edge of Kai's bed, not touching the boy.

" Well then, can you stop ignoring me now? I was just kidding this afternoon," Kai continue to convince him, only to receive an unbelieving gaze from Rei.

" Really now? Then what happened to all the consequences of loving you?" Rei decided not to let Kai off easily, mocking him.

" Do you want me to prove it?" Kai was really starting to get tired of this arguing, and this time his tone was exasperate, making sure Rei could hear him.

" And just how do you plan on doing that?" Rei could hear the urgency in Kai's voice, but chose to ignore it. Instead, he crossed his arm in emphasising his words and turned away from Kai, facing the doorway.

" Like this." Kai announced and before Rei could utter another word he winded his arms up Rei's waist and upper torso, encircling the boy as he pulled him closer until their bodies were touching. Both boys gasped at the friction and the comfort of each other as well as their body heat, silently craving more of the contact. Rei expressed that he was still pissed at him by slightly struggling to rid Kai's arms, however Kai just held him even closer, wrapping his strong yet comforting arms around the raven haired boy's slim frame possessively. Rei squirmed a little but soon gave in, no matter how much he wanted to 'punish' Kai, he knew only too well his attempts will be futile when Kai works his 'magic' on him. Noticing Rei no longer squirmed, Kai held him so close that he was positive that the boy could hear the loud thumping of his heart and his intake of breath. Slowly he started to move his arms and his hands travelled over Rei's front, caressing the boy softly.

Kai thoughts suddenly travelled to the people who often commented on how feminine Rei looked like, with his long hair, slim frame and delicate body, but the boy actually has a well built body, slightly muscular. His hands continued their caressing, only encouraged by Rei's moaning, who no doubt was enjoying every single second of the ministration. Kai's hand stroked Rei's slender arms up and down before resting his own on Rei's shoulders, and suddenly pushed the boy down onto himself, the proximity was too much for the raven haired boy as he leaned on Kai's well built torso for comfort and love, purring characteristically while his lengthy tresses sprawled over Kai's front and his neck, eliciting a small chuckle from his lover.

" What's so funny?" Rei tried to make his tone sound accusative, but no luck there since he was still absorbed in the comfort of having Kai holding him, and he wasn't about to risk giving up this warmth.

" You're cute when you purr like that plus your hair is tickling me." Kai replied as he replaced his hands with his chin, resting it on Rei's shoulder and leaned on the younger boy while his hands were wrapped tightly around Rei's biceps.

" Humph, well if Mr. Picky doesn't like then I'll just have to go." Rei pouted as he made a false attempt to rid Kai's arms once again.

" Well then I'll just have to make sure you don't." the slate haired boy's voice was husky. Then without notice Kai's tongue shot out and flicked across the exposed flesh on the younger one's earlobe, then stopped as he let the effects sink in.

Rei was just about to peel Kai's arms off him as something warm and hot licked his earlobe, he nearly jumped up right there and then, god it felt so damn good! The sensation was short but it earned a moderately loud moan from the receiver, as pleasure shot frantically all around his body like waves of electric current.

" What's wrong kitten, don't like my ways?" Kai felt Rei shudder underneath him and questioned as if nothing happened.

" Why... why did you stop?" Rei was struggling to make our coherent words, clearly the effect of Kai's actions on him was more intense than he had expected.

(Mmm... I'll remember that certain spot, who knew my kitten was so sensitive?) Kai snickered mentally while he tucked that little piece of useful information at the back of his head, it would sure prove handy shall situations arise.

" Stop what?" Kai sounded perfectly clueless, " this?" the warm piece of flesh shot out from its cavity again only to flicker against the raven haired boy's sensitive area again, once more bringing out a loud 'ah' from Rei.

" Yes! Damn, stop playing with me Kai!" Rei spoke as another wave of intense pleasure shot through his heated body and sweat broke off, trickling down his face as he didn't have his usual red bandana on, his tone half of contentment and half of exasperation.

" Hm... impatient aren't we?" Kai responded playfully as he began to rock the boy in his arms left and right, they were so close the only thing separating the two bodies were the simple clothing. Kai loved the feeling of the raven haired beauty pressed so tightly against him, as well as the scent of shampoo from the long tresses, not to mention those delicious purring noises heard only by him.

(I'm starting to get all mushy, not to mention I'm definitely growing more dependent of him, damn...)

As Kai rocked the boy in his arms slowly, Rei started to relax once more as he hugged his arms across Kai's, which only succeeded in tightening Kai's hold around his waist. Dropping his head completely on Kai's shoulder, Rei exposed his neck fully and nuzzled his head into Kai's strong shoulders. The slate haired boy spotted the opportunity and was not about to miss it for the world, he leaned forward captured the exposed earlobe completely in his lips, sucking and nibbling on the piece of delicate flesh, knowing perfectly well how much pleasure this would bring upon the younger boy.

" KAI!" Rei shouted but was cut short as he moaned due to another wave of pleasure shooting through him. Kai had moved down from Rei's earlobe and down to his pale neck, trailing short, wet kisses that drove the recipient crazy. Kai continued on licking, kissing and sucking on Rei's neck and was dearly rewarded by the loud moans and groans that elicited from him, and to think that people described Rei as shy and quiet!

Another loud moan was heard from Rei but soon became muffled as Kai lifted his head and pressed his hot lips on Rei's. Rei responded by pulling Kai's head down on him and pressing his own lips on those of his lover's, hungry for more. Tongues clashed as Rei opened his lips and granted Kai permission to explore every inch of the oral cavity that drove him completely insane. Rei stopped dwelling and let Kai take dominance, surrendering to the masterful sensation of Kai's tongue tasting him, consuming him, craving more of him.

Eventually the two lovers pulled apart, their breathing was erratic and rapid, both puffing loudly in an attempt to regain the loss of oxygen. Kai's eyes were half lidded and full of love and lust, while Rei's were the same. Golden melted with crimson as Rei suddenly leaned forward, pressing his lips down on Kai with bruising force and pushed the boy down onto the mattress as he supported himself on two arms that pinned Kai down, claiming the delicious oral cavity once more.

Kai was taken back by the sudden display of dominance from Rei, but was only too happy to comply, letting Rei explore every curve and every tooth, savouring the taste of his mouth. He had to admit that it felt good to let someone take over, no wonder Rei was always more than happy to let Kai take control and be the seme, damn right it felt good!

Deciding that he wanted to live rather than die due to lack of oxygen while kissing his boyfriend, Rei pulled back from the long kiss and panted, his intake of breath was short and he was gasping.

" Mm... that was good..." Kai muttered as he pulled Rei back down with him, closing the distance between their bodies.

" Uh huh... now I'm really tired, and we've got double Science tomorrow, it's all your fault." Rei accused the slate haired boy as he yawned with cat like grace, stretching his arms above his head and exposing his characteristic fangs.

" Does that mean you're not angry at me anymore?" Kai asked, sounding hopeful, if that didn't work he will be forced to use his last resort.

Puppy eyes.

" I was just playing with you silly, how can I be angry at you?" Rei responded playfully as he jabbed one finger at Kai's chest.

" You were just playing with me!!!" Kai was a little outraged at the fact that Rei had been 'playing' with him all night long.

" Well not really. I was pissed at what you said this afternoon, so I decided to experiment a little. And I was going to sleep in my own bed tonight, but thanks to someone now I'm stuck sleeping with you, again.

" You can always go back to your bed now." Kai fastened his hold on Rei, making sure he was letting off his body heat and smiled as he heard Rei purr again.

" Well I don't have a choice now do I? Besides, my bed is cold, and you're warm, so can be my pillow!" Rei turned facing Kai, then grabbed Kai's night shirt, snuggling into his boyfriend warm chest, enjoying the comfort and just the love. Kai returned the embrace and held the raven haired boy close to him like a precious doll, rubbing his back and letting the silky locks slip through his fingers.

" Sleep tight kitten, love you." Kai whispered as he planted a gentle kiss on Rei's forehead.

" Love you too..." Rei mumbled against Kai's chest as darkness overtook him.

The two boys soon drifted off into a peaceful oblivion and content dreams, holding one another close, enjoying the embrace and most of all, each other's love.

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{Back again somewhere in the world...}

" I better get going now, the plane is taking off soon and he'll be back here as soon as he finds out that it was a trick." the taller of the two announced as he strode over to the doorway.

" When will I see you again?" the other boy asked, not bothering to disguise his disappointed tone.

" Soon, just don't think about it and have fun while I'm gone okay?" upon hearing his friend's distressed tone, he offered encouraging words in an attempt to cheer up the boy.

" Well, good luck then I suppose, and behave yourself while you're there."

" Yes mum." the taller boy had to suppress a giggle as he let the words escape his mouth.

" Hn!" a slightly annoyed voice directed at the chuckling teen.

" I must get going now, goodbye." the boy recomposed himself and spoke, farewell boding his tone. With that he turned again and began to walk off, only to be stopped by a slight tug on his wrist. A second later he found himself in an embrace by the other boy. Smiling a genuine smile he lifted his free arm to pat the boy's back while returning the embrace. A moment later he pulled back and walked off, out and away of the place that held his darkest memories.

The startled boy murmured goodbye at the retreating figure before he too walked out of the room and back to his own.

TBC...

A/N: Fluff alert! Fluff alert! Wow, I'm so proud of myself. Why? Because I managed to write the longest chapter yet with fluff, sappiness and let out part of the plot! Plus all in one night without staying up till 3am! I see most of you wanted some fluff in it so there, I don't know what came over me but I'm glad... *quickly hides away various sweets and cans of coke* Ahem...

Anyhow, who the hell are the mystery people? Well I'm pretty sure all of you have ideas, and I damn right gave it away, but for those of you who haven't got a clue I'll just keep you in suspense, for now. Please review and tell me what you think, you know how much I crave your comments! Hope you enjoyed reading this chapter as much as I enjoyed writing it^^. I know it maybe not long enough compared to other fics but I figured it was a good place to stop, 4067 words my computer says.

*yawns* I'm getting tired myself, its not everyday you type a 4000 word chapter, blog, change your bio and still manage not to get hand cramp -.-u... Okay, enough of my blabbing for now, I wanna hear your thoughts! With a bit of luck hopefully I'll get another sudden burst of inspiration like this one and write chapter 8! But for now I'll have to go back to worrying about schoolwork... damn...

Btw I got a blog on Saturday and started ranting about my pathetic life, so if you actually want to see it then its here, Ja!


-Asuki