By Vhlue Princess
Disclaimer: I wish to own this anime but unfortunately…I HAVE NO MONEY!
Notes: This chapter has more dialogues than the past chapters. I hope you'll like it. WARNING: This chapter is a RUSH! Pardon me for errors!
Relationship: Ban/Kazuki…for this chapter, also Jubei/Kazuki
Chapter 3 – Home Sweet Home
After spending eight days in the hospital, Ban could finally went home and end his tediousness on the four corners of his room. He was so excited to see the world outside and also, to perceive all the stuffs that would probably help him regain his memory.
"Ban-chan, it's time. Let's go!" Ginji entered the room and handed his friend a pair of walking sticks. He added, "One of our previous clients lend this to us. You still have intricacy in walking because of the accident. One of these weeks, perhaps you'll be able to do those things but not now. Don't you fret coz Kazu-chan will help you."
"Kazuki?"
"Hai! He agreed to help you and also let you reside in his place for the meantime. I can't take care of you the entire day especially this time coz I need to work. We need money for your medication. I'm sorry if I couldn't…but I promise to visit you a couple of times a week. I hope you'll understand!" Ginji replied.
Ban nodded in reply, painting a poignant expression on his face. After that he just smiled to show his conformity to his friend. Then they went on to disburse the hospital bills. Subsequent to it, the Get Backers headed their way outside, where Emishi was waiting. With him was a luxurious red car, which was actually intended to fetch them.
"Wow! Is that yours?" Ban asked as he entered the car carefully, with Ginji and Emishi helping him, of course. Emishi bothered answering him, "This car is Kazu-chan's. He worked hard as the Get Backer's 'source of information'. He's also good on handling money that's why I considered him affluent by now. Well, he had a big house and a nice car. But you know what? He doesn't know how to drive. I remembered that he asked you once to teach him but you ignored."
"Did I?" Ban was alarmed.
"Yes, you did. He pleaded a lot of times but you had the same response." Emishi answered him frankly.
"…"
While on the way, Ban was distressed on his discovery about his harsh attitude towards Kazuki. He planned to apologize to him by the time they arrived at his place. Afterwards, the three guys had a series of conversation. They conversed about different stuffs on their previous missions and clients. They also came to a point wherein they discussed about the Jagan. Ginji did his best to elucidate to Ban the power of the Jagan and also the misfortunes it could convey to its victims. It was hard for him to explain everything about that matter. Hopefully, his best friend would understand the whole thing. On the other hand, Ban just accepted it and promised to use that ability merely if necessary.
After sometime, they finally arrived at Kazuki's place. They immediately headed their way inside the house, so to find a very quiet and dim area. Suddenly…
"Welcome home Ban!" Everyone cheered and shouted. The lights opened and the whole place was dazzling. There was a big banner and written there was also, WELCOME HOME BAN! There were lots of foods, which signaled a celebration.
Ban was jubilant. All his friends were there. They ate, sang, and did plenty of chats. Though Ban repeatedly stayed on one place because of inability to walk, he enjoyed every split second of the merriment. He took pleasure on watching his friends rejoicing and celebrating. Above all, he enjoyed witnessing Kazuki's dazzling face and his flattering smiles. He barely recognized it but looking at such beauty motivated him to smirk blissfully on his seat.
At eleven o'clock in the evening, after fixing the entire muddle on the party, everyone bid goodbye to Ban and Kazuki. Ginji promised to try to come back the next day. Jubei gave Kazuki a profound goodnight kiss on his cheeks that made the beautiful chap blush in front of Ban. All their friends got outside the house drained but joyful. The celebration had ended. The house was peaceful once again.
"Come on, Ban-kun. I'll show you your room. It's beside mine so that in case you necessitate something, I can easily get to you." Kazuki carefully assisted his guest on going upstairs. He added, "Our rooms are located at the second floor."
They lastly arrived on the said area. Ban was delighted because his room was indeed splendid. Kazuki was certainly a wealthy man.
"Would you mind cleaning up before you sleep?" asked Kazuki.
"I would love to."
Kazuki accompanied Ban to the shower room. "I'll help you."
"Thank you but please…I believe I can handle myself. It's better if you'll also bathe now in your room." Ban pleaded, showing Kazuki great determination. After that, Ban shut the door and went carefully inside the bathtub. On the other hand, Kazuki did what Ban said and started doing his own thing.
Ban was currently drying his hair with a towel when all of a sudden he heard a knock on the door. "Kazuki, come in." He said in a convinced tone. He was sure that it was the Thread Master because the two of them were barely left in the huge house.
Kazuki entered blissfully. "The sleeping garb just fits you preeminently!"
"I believe it is."
With the use of the canes (walking sticks), Ban walked carefully towards the bed and sat on it. He diffidently sent the Thread Master glimpses, showing that there was something bothering him. Kazuki was aware of Ban's actions but he didn't mind them and right away started introducing the room to his guest. He showed the different appliances and equipments in it. He also gave Ban the basic directives.
Kazuki went near the lampshade. "As you can see here, there is a red button on the wall. Whenever there's an emergency or whenever you need my help, just push this button and I'll arrive instantaneously. The sound produced by the button will associate to my room."
"Kazuki…"Ban whispered.
The Thread Master didn't hear Ban and continued instructing. "By the way, your closet is here. I bet you saw them earlier coz what you're wearing now came from it. A lot of new clothes are in here. Ginji and I bought them for you."
"Kazuki!"
The Thread Master stopped talking. He looked at Ban who was seriously looking at him. After a while, Ban began to speak sincerely. "Kazuki, I'm sorry. Staying here is a stupid idea. I shouldn't have agreed. I don't want to be a burden to you. Because of my damn condition, I brought everyone distress. Look at you, you are pushed to carry out things that you don't want to do. Don't worry, I'll leave-----"
"What are you saying?" Kazuki sat beside Ban. He continued, "Do you think I'm doing this just to please Ginji? Well, you're wrong. I'm doing this coz you're important to me. You're my friend! I care for you."
"But…" Ban crashed into Kazuki's arms. He felt disheartened at that moment. He felt that he doesn't deserve the concern and care rendered to him by his friends. In return, Kazuki embraced his friend. He comforted Ban and made him feel that he was loved, which was opposite to what he thought. For a few minutes, they just remained like that. It felt comfortable for the two of them.
"Ban, you should rest now. You better shake off those thoughts in your mind. We all care for you, okay! Now go to sleep coz you need to cope up your strength for tomorrow's activities. Good night, Ban-kun!" Kazuki stood up and headed his way on the exit.
"Hey wait! Ahmmm…maybe you can give me a goodnight kiss." Ban alleged.
Though amazed, Kazuki still granted his friend's request. He reached for Ban's cheek and then kissed it delicately. But eventually, Ban moved his head and leveled his face on Kazuki's. Then he crushed his lips against the other's, not minding what the owner's reaction would be. Kazuki congealed; mixed feelings packed in his heart. He wanted to push Ban away but then there was something in his manner, which motivated him to stay immobile and just allow the other do what in the hell he was doing at the moment. The said kiss was about to go deeper when Kazuki's phone suddenly rang, interrupting the romantic event. He immediately let go of the kiss with a panicking heart.
"Hello?"
"Konbannwa!"
The terror that filled Kazuki's heart grew more when he heard Jubei's voice. He was guilty of what had happened. "Jubei…ah…why?"
"Why seemed alarmed? Are you okay? Anyway, I just want to say good night to my love. I also want you to promise me that you'll take care of yourself. I hope you're doing well there…with your visitor." By the time Jubei mentioned about Ban, his tone showed something…it was sad, rather invidious…or maybe overprotective.
"Ah…of course, I'm okay! Do…don't worry. I'll be fine, and also Ba…Ban." Kazuki was tongue-tied because of guilt he felt inside. He was looking at Ban, who was just smiling at him.
"Goodbye now, Kazuki! Sweet dreams! I love you!" Jubei said.
"Bye!" Kazuki replied then he turned off his phone. Then he hurried for the door, tracing apprehensive and terrifying steps. "You caught me there, Ban-kun. I didn't know that you were planning something. You owe me one, KISS SNATCHER!" He looked back at Ban, eyes sending fatal glares on its target. But after a while, Kazuki smiled signaling that he wasn't really that mad at all. Then finally, he left the room.
On the other hand, Ban turned off the lights, and then rested his head on his pillow. The spoil in his depressed heart was already gone. Thanks to Kazuki's placate and also to the engaging goodnight kiss he snatched! After that he finally slumbered with a smile on his face, whispering, "Good night too, my dearest Kazuki!"
To be continued…
Author's notes: Special thanks to SILVERSTRINGS…for correcting my errors. Don't worry; I've already changed them…I just hope I've fixed all of those blunders, and not leaving any mess. By the way, gomen for the deferred update. It's just that I'm very busy despite the fact that it is already summer vacation. I'm a busy 14-year old gal! Gomen as well for that questionable reaction of Ban and Kazuki regarding the kiss. I don't know why I made it that way but maybe it'll resolve for the approaching chapters. Anyway, thanks again! Thankies as well for the other reviews! Send me more coz I appreciate them deeply.