Truth Beneath the Rose

by ButterflyMiko

Kuri was Yuu's best friend as seconds in their childhood. When he believes her gone, his life becomes a search for what he has lost. Reiko was Allen's childhood friend. They were separated when Mana died. Innocence brings them all back together—but can they recapture what was lost?

5. Date

Kuri held Kanda's hand as he took her into town in the festival.

"Look, Yu!" Kuri said. "Fireworks!"

She smiled and clapped her hands.

"I thought you hated loud noises." Kanda said. "I was a bit worried about bringing you here."

Kuri hugged him. "Thank you for worrying about me. I got used to the loud noises working as an exorcist."

"You've become so brave." Kanda said. "I like the change."

"Not brave enough to sneak a kiss." Kuri admitted. "Are you."

"Always." Kanda kissed her in the light of the fireworks.

Xxx

"Hurry up Blue!" Allen shouted. "Get your sexy ass over here!"

"You've gotta stop talking like that, Red!" Reiko said as she caught up to him. "A circus! Like we grew up! Can you still juggle?"

Allen was already juggling and balancing on a ball. "You're the same Blue. You still like this stuff. Totally gets you going."

"Ya got that right!" Reiko grabbed him and pulled him into a tent and kissed him right there.