Chapter 18

This pillow is very weird, Daisuke's first conscious thought was. His head was resting on something soft but it was oddly shaped. It was as if his head were resting in the middle of two big pillows, or something like that. It wasn't uncomfortable, just a little strange. What was even more strange however was the weight on his head that was stroking his hair. What do I look like, a cat?

"He's waking up," Daisuke heard Freedert say in the distance.

"So it seems," murmured Toki. Daisuke frowned at how distant Toki's voice sounded too. If Toki and Freedert weren't next to him then who was petting him?

The weight that had been on his head was removed and Daisuke found himself missing it slightly, which was a little upsetting. He didn't like the idea of wanting to be petted, yet it was obvious that was exactly what wanted. Snuggling his head into his pillow, or whatever was under his head he breathed in the scent and scrunched up his face. Something about what he smell reminded him about Dark's cologne.

A hand rested on Daisuke's shoulder and he stopped burying his face in his pillow instead he sat up slowly and blinked his eyes opened. When his eyesight focused in on the person in front of him Daisuke had to hold back a gasp. Sitting in front of him was a smirking Dark.

Daisuke could only gap at his friend, which seemed to amuse Dark even more. With a snicker the older teen teased, "Honestly Daisuke, I know I'm a sex god but you don't have to stare."

Blushing ten shades, Daisuke turned so he was no longer facing his friend but looking down at the ground and said heatedly, "Don't be such an ego maniac."

Pretending to ponder over what Daisuke said he proceeded to tackle his friend so they were both laying flat on the couch with Dark on top of Daisuke. "No thanks. It's fun being an egomaniac. Maybe you should stop being such a scared little mouse."

Pouting Daisuke folded his arms over his chest and gave Dark a dirty look that said don't-come-asking-me-for-any-favors-any-time-soon. "At least my name isn't Mousy, Dark."

"All of a sudden I feel so left out," Freedert's voice interrupted the moment, causing the two boys to look at the girls who were each seated in their own chair.

Toki nodded her head. "I agree. We are being left out."

"Sorry guys I didn-AHHH! Dark!"

Smiling wickedly Dark answered in an innocent voice, "Yes Daisuke?"

"Stop nuzzling me! You're tickling me!"

Holding Daisuke possessively Dark continued to nuzzle Daisuke's neck. "But you're my friend! I want you to pay attention to me! Besides you had me worried sick! Why'd you run off? Did you really hate your new home that much?" Dark's voice sounded playful and curious, but inside he was desperately waiting for the answer, praying Daisuke would say 'no'.

"Toki kidnapped me," Daisuke said before he thought it through and by the time he realized what he had said he regretted it severely.

"What!" Dark's hold tightened and his glare that had been aimed at Toki earlier returned ten fold.

"I needed his help. In fact I still do," Toki spoke calmly, unfazed by Dark's anger. "It seems however I'll have to wait a while longer." Rubbing her temples she sighed and stood up to leave. "You and Daisuke can share the couch since you two seem to be settled in already. Freedert will use the guest room." With that she left, Freedert following closely behind her.

"Good riddance," Dark huffed.

Groaning in annoyance Daisuke closed his eyes and tried to fall asleep. After a minute or two he felt Dark rest his head on his chest. At least Dark is finally settling down.

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"Daisuke," Someone whispered in the red head's ear.

Opening his eyes Daisuke stared into the eyes of Toki, who was holding a finger over her lips, a signal to be quiet. With great care she lifted Dark off Daisuke slightly. Taking the hint Daisuke climbed out from underneath Dark. Once he was off the couch Toki place Dark back down and tip toed out of the room. Once again, Daisuke took the hint and followed her.

It wasn't until they were standing outside of the house did Daisuke speak. "What's going on?"

"I'm taking you to Elliot's hideaway."

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Akira: Dang this is shorter than the last chapter, but the next chapter will make up for it. Trust me, I've already started it and it's up to eight pages and still going. Also, this chapter has some fluff, and right now I want fluff, or maybe some fluffy cotton candy that I can eat. I LOVE YOU COTTON CANDY MAN!

Mimi: Uh… Aki-chan that joke is only funny when your watching arena football with Karasu-chan.

Akira: Who said it was a joke?

Mimi: (glare) It better be a joke. The cotton candy men are too old for you.

Akira: (pouts) I just want my cotton candy.