The Emcee: Here's the last chapter of the story. I hope you enjoy it. R&R.

Loss of Innocence: Epilogue

Jakotsu opened his eyes and, forgetting where he was, shot straight up and looked around. His action caused the sleeping leader to wake. Yawning, Bankotsu stretched and sat up. He looked at his friend and lover, sleepy and confused.

"What's the matter, Ja?" he asked, rubbing his eyes. Jakotsu turned to Bankotsu.

"I just forgot where I was..." Jakotsu said. He nodded and laid down, Bankotsu following him. Sighing softly, he curled up next to his lover, resting his head against his chest.

"Bankotsu no oo-aniki, don't we have a job to do in a few days?" he asked, yawning.

"Yes but, for now, just rest. It's too early to get up," he mumbled sleepily. Jakotsu giggled and closed his eyes.

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"Jakotsu! Get up already!" Suikotsu said loudly, sliding the door of Bankotsu's room open. The third in command groaned and moved a little.

"Why? It's too early..."

"It's lunch time, you sleepy head. Now, get up or I'll give your meal to Ginkotsu."

Right away, Jakotsu sat up. Pouting slightly, he put on his body armor and his yukata. He put of his make up and rushed out of the room, past Suikotsu, and to the dining room. Suikotsu laughed as he closed the door and walked down the hall.

"I thought that'd get him out of bed."

Once in the dining room, Jakotsu sat down beside Bankotsu, giving the leader a small peck on the cheek before getting his meal. Bankotsu blushed lightly and ate the rest of his meal. Chuckling, Ginkotsu spoke up.

"Gesh. Look who finally got up."

"It's not my fault that Bankotsu can't keep his hands off of me," he said and started eating his rice.

"Well, it looks like you're feeling like your old self again, eh, Jakotsu?" Mukotsu asked, getting up to put his empty dishes in the kitchen. Jakotsu nodded, finishing his bowl of rice.

"I guess you could say I do. And it's all thanks to Bankotsu!" he looped his arms around the leader, pulling him close. The blush got bright and noticeable on Bakotsu's cheeks.

"J-Jakotsu!" He tried to wiggle free but, to no avail.

"Aw. How come you don't want to cuddle now? You wanted to all night last night." Ginkotsu and Kyoukotsu laughed. Suikotsu entered the room, seeing the two mercenaries embraced.

"Save it for the bedroom you two. I'd like to eat my meal in peace, please," he said, sitting down and grabbing his bowl. Jakotsu pouted and let Bankotsu go. The others finished their meals and left, leaving Bankotsu and Jakotsu alone. Why does this look familiar? Jakotsu asked himself. Oh, I see. They're constantly leaving us two alone. A smile spread across his face.

Bankotsu felt arms wrap around his shoulders and a light weight on his lap. Opening his eyes, he saw Jakotsu sitting on his lap, looking at him smiling. Before he could ask why Jakotsu was sitting on his lap, he felt a soft, tender kiss to his lips. He closed his eyes and kissed Jakotsu back, arms wrapping around the other's waist, pulling him closer. After a few moments, they separated and Jakotsu pressed his forehead against Bankotsu's.

"I love you, Bankotsu no oo-aniki," he said staring into the other's eyes. Bankotsu smiled.

"I love you too, Jakotsu."

The End

The Emcee: Well, I hoped you liked it. Short, I know but, epilogues are supposed to be short.