Iason and Gon continue their date, while Killua and Daniel talk about who they plan to enrol under, whether to lie… or withhold their name.

Gon cheered loudly into the wild wind, the rush of air thundering in his ears; adding to his own excitement. He felt alive, the adrenaline pumping through his veins giving this sort of thrill he hasn't felt in a while. It wasn't to the same level when he fought the Chimera Ants or even Hisoka…

But it gave him more than enough, to sedate that feeling he has missed for a while now; having Iason here, only added to the stimulation. As he took Iason's hand within his own, his fingers circling in-between his partner's. He wanted to see the boy's expression, to see if he felt the same… happy.

He wanted to offer an excited, ecstatic smile… but something about Iason's expression worried him. He wasn't sick, upset or angry… it was something a little milder, maybe was it boredom…?

It was hard to tell because he has never seen Iason make that expression before.

Did he not like the ride, or was it something deeper he hadn't anticipated. He may have found something Iason doesn't enjoy, but asking for that information right now, wouldn't be possible right now. It'd be too hard to hear between all the screaming from behind, as well as in front of them.

Once they're off the ride, he'll ask as soon as he's able to.

Until then… he didn't feel like he could enjoy the ride, that was until Iason squeezed his hand. Their eyes gaze into each other's, a silent discussion being felt between them.

It took a while for Gon to see it, to understand his situation. Even if Iason isn't enjoying the ride, he was with him right now, dragged onto the ride along with him. At any moment, Iason could've objected…

But he hadn't…

Or rather… he didn't do it, possibly for Gon's sake. Iason was on this ride because Gon wanted to go. The boy could feel a bubbling affection of his partner, one that overrides his refusal to enjoy aspects of the day without Iason.

He won't be cheering like he was earlier… but, at least he won't lose his smile. He found something Iason dislikes, and that was ok… next time he won't include that on their plan.

"~"

Iason felt relieved when they were finally off the ride, his heart rate steadying after being sling-shotted around the entire amusement park. How Gon handles the adrenaline, he wasn't too sure. But one thing was for certain, the banshee-like scream from the rushing air, as he was rocketed through those tracks, may have shaved a few years off his life…

He doesn't know why Gon enjoys them, but he certainly doesn't want to get on another.

Gon couldn't hold back his concern any longer, especially while Iason was walking ahead of him, unwilling to turn around. He was worried about his actions dampening their relationship to an unknown degree. But there was also something else that happened on that ride, one that left him feeling impish.

When Iason held his hand, it could've also be seen as the boy trying to use his body as a way to comfort his anxiety… the fear he held back on their last ride. He really wants to get into Iason's head, to understand how he's feeling right now.

Iason was unable to turn around; his actions on the ride, made him feel a little perplexed. He liked the comforting presence Gon seemed to give off, but it may have accidentally given the boy extra ideas. He had no clue what was going through the boy's head, or why he was smiling so sweetly, like a fox that had discovered something he shouldn't have.

Whether that was because of him holding the boy's hand, or the sudden realisation of something he had discovered… he wasn't exactly sure.

The boy didn't want Gon to have his way, not all day at least… but something about his expression made him hold back his tongue. Gon wasn't doing this because he wanted to be… sly; the boy's actions seemed to lean more towards the notion of having discovered something new about him…

It was making him feel… happy, to say in the least.

"So…" Gon's cheeky smile morphed into one of sincerity, "you don't like roller-coasters?"

"It's not that…" Iason started his sentence, unsure where or how he should really point out his feelings on rides in general. Does he state the truth, that, rides like these make him anxious, that they are too intense for him to handle? It may be possible, that doing so would shatter Gon's heart, considering how much the boy was enjoying the ride…

He doesn't want to ever hurt Gon, but the boy was expecting an answer out of this. So, he decided the best way to go is his normal method, to ease into the topic without hopefully hurting Gon's feelings in the process, "I'm not a fan of intense, adrenaline-inducing rides. It's a little too much for me, you know?"

Gon stopped as his gaze drifted to the floor; he made a mistake on his first attempt at being romantic. He should have seen it since the start, the way Iason looked agitated, reluctant to go on in the first place ever since he could hear the screaming of the people on the ride who were already on it.

He'll make it up to his partner, the next item on their list being a lot calmer, relaxing than this.

Iason reached out to touch Gon, to see if he had hurt the boy, "It's ok, it-"

He was met with a fiery-gaze, one full of competition. Their day was far from over, and with this disaster far behind the boy, it meant his next move was already in motion. Iason felt his cheeks warmed when Gon pulled him into a tight hug, squeezing him in a comforting manner, "I'm sorry for putting you through that…"

"It's ok…"

Gon tilted Iason's head so that could look into each other's eyes, Gon shaking his head to let the other know that he didn't expect Iason to talk, just to listen. The boy wanted to be more forward, open with his partner now that he has picked something Iason doesn't like. While he won't ruin the schedule, he'll at least ask before entering certain occasions, "I'll be a little more forward from now on, ok?"

"Sure…"

"But I'm not gonna spoil the whole day, can I have your tickets?"

"Ahh…?" Iason paused, wondering what Gon was going to do with them. He was hoping that Gon didn't plan on throwing them out, to see the boy throw his money at one occasion only to discard it when things don't go his way, is a waste of money.

"Don't worry…" Gon pulled his partner closer, hugging him once more, "I don't plan on throwing them in the bin. I just don't want to remain here while you're upset."

"But I'm not really upset…"

"Then…" Gon pulled away so he can look into Iason's eyes, "what are you?"

"I guess worried now…" Iason tried to make a joke, which obviously didn't land well with Gon, "It's a joke. I wouldn't exactly say upset. You wanted to go… I could see that the idea made you happy, so that's why I got on the ride with you and didn't stop it… it made you happy…"

Gon offered a sweet smile at the words, as long as Iason doesn't see that this whole day is going to be one big mistake, he can live with a few errors throughout the day. When Iason handed the boy the tickets, Gon took it with a smile, "wait here…"

The boy watched as Gon approached a stranger with her child, a smile being offered as he spoke to her. The woman listened to Gon intently as the child jumped for joy from the news. He couldn't exactly hear what his partner was saying, but just by going by the child's gesture, this could possibly end with a very good outcome for the child.

With a nod, Gon kneeled before the boy, offering him their tickets before ruffling the kid's hair. With a wave, Gon left to re-join him. With his arm being curled around Iason's waist, he guided him back through the park, towards the exit.

Iason looked over his shoulder one final time, the child happily waving at them as they left. Gon was so kind, willing to give away things he paid for, to a random stranger. And he did all of this, to make sure that in Gon's eyes, Iason's day was perfect. He didn't want Iason to be uncomfortable with any actions he partakes in.

He was happy to stay for Gon's sake, but the boy didn't want to stay here if he wasn't going to enjoy the date the boy had completely planned out for them.

Gon directed a smile to his partner, his hands sensually running along Iason's side, "Lets head over to the next part of the adventure…"

"Ok…" The boy felt comfortable being guided like this, Gon's soothing hand taking rein of the situation. Even though he was being forced towards another location, he didn't mind Gon being pushy. In fact, it was a trait he preferred. Maybe during the end of their date, he can let the boy know about it.

"~"

Gon spun the idea in his head, wonder which they should do before lunch. Considering their hotel was close by, he could make a pit stop, grab his fishing pole and go fishing with Iason… or he can go to the Zoo first.

If he chooses fishing first, he'll miss out a lot of events happening during the morning and afternoon. On the other hand, fishing may provide that sort of balance Iason needs to relax after being put through the roller-coaster.

Then again… the same can be said of the petting Zoo opening at 11 O'clock…

He already made one mistake, he can't really afford another. He doesn't want to sour Iason's mood further. After debating with his thoughts, he decided the best option would be the Zoo first. That means after lunch they can have a long relaxing fishing session, without having to worry about moving around after eating so much.

Gon leads Iason through the city, off a dirt road leading out of the city towards the open fields. If this was any other person, Iason would've immediately thought this is where he gets killed and buried in the open lush grasslands.

But then again… this was Gon, possibly leading him to this rare, unheard of location; it may even be connected to a romantic kind of place couples would go to. Hopefully, they wouldn't be alone in that kind of place.

His mind wasn't exactly free of… erotic thoughts. Gon constantly wanting to improve on their date, trying to make him happy at every turn wasn't exactly helping abate those thoughts.

He found himself genuinely surprised that Gon took him to a zoo of all places, "You know… there are at least two zoos, not even a ten-minute running distance from us."

Gon brought Iason to a small or medium size park, avoiding the larger zoos closer to their area. After seeing how much, large crowds tend to make Iason feel, he'd prefer taking to his boyfriend to the one with fewer customers.

"Yeah…" Gon smiled, his fingertips interlocking the others within his own, "but I know that they get busy during these hours. And… well, I noticed that you felt a little uncomfortable around large crowds." A smaller sized zoo would make sure it won't happen to them; it turns out he made the right move.

"You…" Iason had an unconscious smile, one that radiates well with the occasion. The boy reconsidered his current feelings. Gon was trying to be considerate, to make subtle changes to get different reactions. He may even view the amusement park as being a blunder, a failure he was hoping to improve on with small changes throughout their day, "Thank you… I appreciate that."

While it still wasn't the smile Gon was looking for, it would have been the perfect moment to snap a picture for Sakura. Taking out his phone, he snapped a picture.

Iason however, already caught him in the act, "Huh?"

"You looked very pretty… plus, I promised I'll get a photo of you smiling for Sakura."

Iason's cheeks burned from the revelation, His eyes avoiding contact with his partner's. Usually, people were ashamed to admit that. Not Gon, it would seem… and Sakura probably only said that, because he didn't get to come today. Wait, did he just secretly feel happy that Sakura also wanted to be here… to make him happy as well.

The only one, who should ever be considered pretty, is Gon. He has the most, impeccable smile. He can draw in anyone's attention with it. Although, admitting that out loud would only cause the boy to smile, "Why am I attracted to weirdos…?"

Gon pouted, unsure whether to take that as a good or a bad thing. He could see it as a compliment because Iason just stated, he sees Sakura and himself being attractive. Although, he doesn't know if Iason was aware of what he may be alluding to.

He counted that as a win, and he is sure he can make Iason expand on those thoughts.

"~"

Killua had already filled out his form, choosing to lie about his name in the process. His family is still out there, and he still isn't sure if Illumi is going to make a move now, or later. He can guarantee after the last family feud they had, Illumi had more than enough information about how Nanika's Wish Granting ability worked differently for him than it does for everyone else.

Although technically, Daniel fits in the 'everyone else' category, Illumi may think that he is controlling him. If Illumi attempts to use Daniel as a bargaining chip, to use the boy to make a wish, it wouldn't work out for him. Killua and Alluka will die in the process if he fails to fulfil the last wisher's demands.

And threatening his life wouldn't work either. Daniel would rather take his own life, then, be forced to watch Killua bend to his brother's will.

Flipping through the pages, Killua made mental notes on what classes he wouldn't mind doing next year. He and Daniel will be challenging each other, to see who can dominate the school in the final month. Junior and Senior classes will be the best option for now. They'll gain access to the class resources, and when they aren't in class, they can skip through the topics as quickly as possible.

It'll be interesting to see what sets them apart; how they process information. He wants to see what Daniel can bring to their relationship because right now the boy hardly ever argued with him. He follows along with his plans, rather than divert to a better idea.

He does tend to add to the conversation though, but rarely in disagreement or with better ideas.

What he does know however, is Daniel is pretty good when it comes to absorbing information, retaining his memories. If he hadn't pointed out he had come by Scarlet's amulet, they probably would still be out trying to find her.

Actually, now that he thinks about it. He likes the idea of Daniel trying to figure out how to improve on himself, the constant need to record and update his ability including its Nen capabilities is what set him apart from himself and Gon.

Gon went with the flow, whereas he tended to branch out from his main ability.

Daniel took it one step beyond, using his Nen ability to control shadows, to weave it into objects, bind enemies, and now possibly controlling his future. The moment Zaikaria wiped his memory, something within him snapped, trying to force itself back out… to make him remember about Killua.

And it all relates back to the small string of aura connecting the two of them together, like a red string of fate. What else could Daniel do with it? Besides, sometimes being able to read what he's emotionally feeling, or picking up on the occasional lie…

He can't deny that seeing the outcome of this ability, so far, has excited him in some way; definitely not to the same degree as it did when it came to Gon being challenged. His sense of curiosity was a little different.

The unknown he was witnessing, was something he wants to watch unfold…

Just like Daniel got to witness his electricity Nen evolve into the God Speed it was now, he wondered where Daniel's ability will lead him…

Daniel let out a groan of agony, his pen skipping across the table surface. He was frustrated at being unsure of whether or not to go under an alias "I still don't know if I should write my name or not…" On the plus side, he could see how students and teachers react to his name… but then at the same time, there could be a spy in this school working for Victor.

"Weigh your pros and cons…" Killua said out of displeasure. As a page was being turned, the boy barely paid attention to Daniel's complaint; he wanted to know what he felt within the moment, not the frustrations from the unknown.

"I have…"

He should be able to work Daniel's string of aura like a two-way street, but all he was getting… was radio silence. Either he doesn't understand how it works, or Daniel was unconsciously blocking him off…

"Then tell me…" Killua put down the booklet, turning so he could give Daniel his undivided attention. Let's see what you have…

"Well, if I put down my name… I can find out which teachers or students who have worked alongside my father. Through them, I could find out what kind of person he was with them, and not just Eifion…"

"But…?" Killua raised an eyebrow, already expecting what Daniel was about to say.

"Someone, within the school could be working alongside Victor, which, means…"

"Spies…" Killua sighed, yup he figured as much. But they talked about this matter. Eifion could just banish Victor if he steps one foot of the grounds, but Daniel might be alluding to another fear, the possibility of Victor using someone else to draw one of them out, just to get his hands on Daniel… whether that is Alluka or himself, or a friend they could make on the school grounds.

It seems like Daniel is becoming more accustomed to his way of thinking than Killua thought. It's nice to know that his boyfriend thought this far ahead, but then again, he also knows that if Daniel is thinking on the topic this much, his eventually going to scare himself into submission, to give up on the possible paradise, "Alright, let's say you're correct… that Victor has spies in this school. What would you do…? Would you run away or turn them in?"

Daniel bit his lip, unsure of himself. He doesn't know how a spy would carry himself, let alone how to spot one… "Not sure…"

"Ok…" Killua tapped a finger against his chin. He wondered what the best way was to tackle this issue, "How about this. We ask Eifion to put us into the same class. I'll act as your eyes, and try to spot if there are any spies. If I find one, we'll report it to Eifion and see what he wants to do with them…?"

"If not…?"

"Then you over worried yourself for no reason." When Daniel looked dejected, Killua leaned over to touch the boy's wrist, "Don't look like that. What you're thinking about, for years I had to do that all the time… It became so bad, I used to…"

The boy let out a sigh, "I used to wonder if I should stay by your side." When Daniel smiled sweetly, Killua felt a little guilty from his afterthought. Technically, his feeling for Daniel increased after their first kiss, not in a world-shattering kiss kind of way… It was more along the lines of this was a possibility. Having removed Illumi's first needle cemented the idea that he likes being with Daniel, just as much as Gon.

Then again… what he was about to say, could end up shattering Daniel's feelings, "Well… mainly Gon, because he was dragging us along the entire time."

He was expecting to see Daniel a little saddened by the news, but instead, the boy snickered a little, "yeah…"

Killua smiled a little from the reaction. Daniel was reading in-between the lines, or his aura connection was giving away what he was internally feeling, "How you feel?"

"Better…" Daniel moved his chair closer to Killua, his head now resting on the boy's chest, "A lot better…"

"That's good…" Killua hummed in approval, although, not without an apparent blush on his face. He still gets flustered from affectionate touches, mainly hugging and feathered kisses. Something Daniel has a bad habit of doing all the time…

Killua looked over the form Daniel was filling out; only the surname was left empty at this point, unlike him who lied about his full name, Daniel still chose to write down his first name.

As if reading the boy's thoughts, Daniel asked a question, "What did you write down? For your name…?"

"Kyle… Kyle Cilka… and before you asked, I used some of the letters in my name to make it. Not all of though, just in case Milluki is trying to scan for even anagrams of my name."

"I'm surprised you used Kyle…"

"What, I liked your reasoning for it. It's a smart idea…"

"Are we still boyfriends…" Daniel puckered his lips, "Kyle Cilka…?"

The boy chuckled at the question as if it was even an option. Of course, there was a resounding yes, but he still couldn't help but tease Daniel a little in the process, "I only date guys who I know."

When he smirked at the boy lying in his chest, Daniel could only give a wicked smile in return, "How about… Alek… um… Aleks…andr? Aleksandr?"

"Partial anagram…?"

"I think so…"

Even though Daniel was had an extra 'L' added to his surname, Killua hummed in approval. It works, and he won't have to worry about accidentally saying Daniel's surname "Daniel Aleksandr…" a boyish smile was offered to his partner, "would you like to be my boyfriend Daniel Aleksandr…?"

"Yes, I would…" he offered his partner the same expression, "Kyle Cilka…"

The two burst into laughter at their ridiculous question. The thought of asking each other out, using nothing but their fake names as a reason to date each other, seemed childish to each other, but the joke altered their mood slightly. They felt at peace for the moment, and rather than Daniel writing down his new surname, he settled in his partner's chest.

He likes how comfortable Killua can make him feel, just from laying in his chest… or even talking to him; especially, considering how infatuated… how much he loves his partner. He needs these moments because it makes him realise that even though Victor is still out there…

That he's still coming after them…

Killua is the one, constant beacon of safety, he can bet his life on…

"~"

Gon took his time with Iason, showing his boyfriend through a small section dedicated to marsupials. Even though the zoo was considered medium sized, it offered a lot of empty space where a few animals freely roamed with each other. Not many people came because of the variety of animals being offered.

This place was considered like a large petting zoo, one that didn't offer many animals that were carnivores. It mostly held herbivores, mainly the smaller cuddly types. That was why Gon ultimately decided to choose this place over the others…

Not just because the other zoos tended to be overfilled with people, it was mainly for its serene atmosphere. Gon took note of where the gates that led to the petting section unlocked at 11 O'clock, until then, they could freely roam around the place to at least view the animals in their surroundings.

With a hand holding Iason's, Gon guided them through the park, stopping only when Iason seemed interested. As the boy leaned over one of the exhibits, Gon paid careful attention to his partner's features, more interesting in mentally capturing the emotions the boy would unconsciously express freely.

Iason's attention was being held by a group of meerbears, one that would argue was the basis of teddy bears. Although, they were less fluffy, thicker fur; the kind that was rough to the touch. While they were mainly quiet, from time to time, one of them would squeak like a plush toy.

Rather than being perched on its feet, wary of threats, these animals sat on their backside, more intrigued with what was going on with their surroundings. What he did notice was one of them was a little different from the rest. It might have been a younger member of the group, but from what he could gather… its eyes were more focused on someone possibly in his vicinity.

When he turned to look in the direction, his eyes met Gon's. The boy was looking directly at him as if studying his features. He blushed at the possibility of Gon being infatuated with him, intrigued with every movement he made.

He swallowed the idea, more focused on gathering information from his partner, hopefully, even snapping him out of this loving gaze, "So, what's so special about this place…"

"Sorry…" The boy's features twisted into an apologetic, sincere expression. His hand is pressed against the back of his head; now that they were here, he can explain his reasoning, "I'm trying to capture every moment… this Animal Sanctuary specialises in caring for smaller to medium sized animals, which they allow customers to come in and pet some of the more… approachable animals. I don't mean that they'll attack you if given any reason… I mean, they won't run away in the other direction if you try to approach them."

Gon offered a lazy finger to the caged off area, "Inside there are gentle animals that are notorious for approaching humans… the problems is, they're also notoriously known for being hunted by poachers… because of how easy they are to target."

Gon approached the exhibit, bending down to view the Meerbears. The one that had been observing him came closer to the glass window, nose flaring as if sniffing out of curiosity.

He smiled, a memory of Kite pointing out how animals tended to approach humans, often meant that they were Hunter material. None of the others in this exhibit seemed to care that this obviously curious child interested in him. They knew they were protected in here… "Meerbears are curious animals, especially the younger cubs. They are very social animals but tend to approach mainly in groups. See how their eyes are gazing between us…?"

Iason carefully noted how the animal's eyes moved. It was subtle, but from time to time, their eyes would flick to either Gon or him.

"They're studying us… the little squeaks from time to time are them alerting the others on how they feel about us." One of them got up at Gon's words, waddling over to the younger cub, now sitting at its side.

"One of the adults is ok with us…" Gon hummed in approval, "the others may approach us soon as well." When he turned to give him a beautiful, loving smile, another joined the other, now sitting closer to the other. But unlike the first adult, this one seemed more interested in him, as if trying to understand why Gon was looking at him.

"Another one just joined the other…" Iason turned away with a blush, having his partner look at him like that made him a little giddy, full of affection. The animal looking at him on made it a little weirder.

Gon turned back to look at the other, "Oh, this one is a female. They have a heightened sense when it comes to feelings. They know when someone is in love with another…"

Iason's tone changed to a more neutral one. That was a very weird fact to point out… he doesn't know want he should be feeling, while another animal judges him silently over affections, "That's a weird titbit of information… So, is it judging us?"

"No… I mean in a mating context. As in… who is future, husband or wife material? These animals are very curious."

"I think I found your spirit animal…"

Gon playfully slapped his partner's shoulder, "That's mean!" Others started to approach them now, but Gon hadn't noticed "They can be very affectionate with one another… I guess you could even say they're Polyamorous. They share the sentiment of looking after all their young as a group, rather than the parents who mated with one another…"

Iason looked mortified, "Oh… imagine the grandma's delight to having so many cheeks to pinch."

Gon playfully shoved his partner, "Now you're just being really mean."

Iason playfully shoved the boy back, "Speaking of grandmas… they must love your cheeks."

Gon's cheeks widened at the sentiment, "Very much! But not as much as you…" Gon suggestively wiggled his eyebrows, earning an expression which was delightful to say in the least. The boy was blushing, unable to look him in the eyes.

Iason held onto his own feelings, instead opting to gaze at the animals silently judging their relationship. Are they even capable of understanding how their relationship works? Hopefully, none of them are gonna start shoving each other around. Although, he kind of still feels weird about this whole scenario, "So, what other facts you know about these animals…?"

Gon turned back to face them, taking note of how many had come closer during the time he was facing Iason, "Well…" Gon looked over to what he assumed was a male, "Males prefer to be… less dominant in their… mating habits."

"Gon…"

"Yeah…?"

"You know some really weird facts…"