A week has passed since they started school. The three sit down to talk about what they learned and what they enjoyed during class.
A/N: Sorry about not posting last week, I hope this wholesome chapter makes up for it.
Killua picked at Alluka's work, her face contorting in confusion as he helped her through the equations. It was a new concept to her, something she wasn't used to yet. The need to solve her, what should be simple math equations was only a concept she could imagine before; seeing her push through those struggles brought him a sense of joy.
She was raised in an environment which kept her confined to a single room, surrounded with nothing but toys to ease her boredom.
Now she was getting to experience a life surrounded by other people, making friendships with others that had different and conflicting ideas… She hasn't made that many friends so far, but given some time, she'd be less inclined to spend her time with her brother and more with her new found friends.
However, if any of her friends hurt her… his rule still stands. Killua would make sure they won't be able to find a single trace of them; it'll be as if the student never existed…
Killua and Daniel, on the other hand, had experienced an unusual week. Many students approached them, inquisitive of their personal history. They gave very little away, only enough to sedate the students' queries. But, speaking to them led to treasure troves of information…
With the new information they had discovered from the other students and teachers, even the ones who hadn't talked to them directly, they shared what they had learned with each other as the days flew by.
Many reinforced the idea that Deacon Eifion Mattock was approachable, that he was always easy to approach, even if looked as though he had a hundred things going through his mind. Everyone could seek sympathy from the man, and that he always made time for students…
The school was full of positive news; not only that, the teachers excelled in the boys' mind. Each one had a different method when it came to teaching students, some preferred visual over auditory… while others loved the sound of their own voice.
It really hinged on the teachers…
Killua preferred to pay no mind to the teachers, instead of focusing on the mechanic process. Whereas, Daniel fixated his attention on the educator, listening to every word; he felt as though missing a single word would fracture the entire process.
Sometimes the pale-skinned boy found himself glancing in his boyfriend's direction, scouring his figure for any need to turn away; a reason to at least once, for a moment, ignore all the outside interference.
Only once did it occur, where Daniel's eyes met his. It felt the same as when he first heard that Gon was already his friend. It had shattered the glass of reality, where he thought during those circumstances you have to earn someone's friendship. Granted, the love and affection in his partner's expression was the main difference between that scenario and this one.
He found himself quickly smiling, with Daniel returning the gesture with his own loving smile. He didn't intend for the two of them to get lost in each other's emotions; still, as quickly as the two found themselves getting lost in each other's eyes, Killua turned away.
He had to painfully remind himself, that he should be pretending as though he doesn't exist on Daniel's radar… not developing a crush on the boy. At least, that's what it would look like from another's perspective.
That time he blushed; during other times, he made sure to only steal a glance. Every time he had done so, he made sure he was never caught, whether it is by Daniel or the other students. He didn't want to be biased, or to be swept up by the other students' charisma.
He didn't want to be distracted, so that if Daniel wasn't aware of his surroundings, at least he would be…
They couldn't use any Nen techniques or their Hatsu while on the school grounds. Not only that, Daniel wasn't accustomed to the sensitivity of malicious intent; he has felt the need to spill blood for years, whether that was from some of his targets or his family. He could feel bloodlust from a mile away…
He wants to be there for the boy, regardless of whether or not others perceived him to have a crush on Daniel. Although, reality is a cruel mistress; none of them was aware that the two of them are already dating.
Still, that doesn't hide the fact that from what he has observed so far, there were already a few teens interested in Daniel.
He doesn't even understand why that's the case. The boy hasn't really shown any interest in any of them. Not only that, they barely know the guy. Their hormones have already peaked, demanding for Daniel's attention like a pack of rabid animals in heat…
Alright, maybe not to that level…
But seriously, in one week… how are you supposed to judge someone's character?
It took him months to even consider him as a friend, let alone somebody as dating material. Then again, would that process have changed if Illumi never placed the needle in his head?
He did consider the possibility of being with anyone as more than friends, being an unobtainable goal…
Hell, he didn't even think of himself as being someone who could love somebody else. At least, not to the same degree as Daniel or Gon showed their feelings. Although now, not only was he able to show and express it, he craved it just as much as his partner; albeit, to different degrees…
However, the embarrassment that followed due to Daniel's complements was still something he was still getting used to.
But now, that the script has been flipped; the only time he ever gets to relish in Daniel's affection is behind closed doors. He may have been the originator of this deal, but with all things to consider… he's so used to receiving this kind of affection on a constant basis, that having to hide it feels so strange.
A small part of wanted to be treated the same, to be courted by none other than the boy who makes him feel special, wanted. He wanted to be the centre of Daniel's attention…
What was strange about the whole situation is they both started at the same time. Yet, Daniel was the centre of everyone's attention. Someone at least should've noticed his existence, his complexity…
What he was doing wasn't completely bulletproof. Even though he stated that he wanted to be able to watch Daniel, to make sure the boy will be safe in this school… Someone should have approached him by now…
Did he feel jealous of his partner? Sure…
They were doing the one thing Killua was avoiding, approaching Daniel in hopes of courting him. Not that he really needed to, but seeing others approach him made his skin bristle.
Their constant smiles…
The touching of Daniel's shoulder in hopes of drawing his attention…
For girls, it was going to be a huge slap to their face; Daniel hasn't really shown any interest with girls, or at least that's how Killua gauged the boy's interest. Sure, it was hard to do so when the boy has stated he has always been interested in him. But after the affectionate boy lost his memories, while he was trying to recall the memories of who he loved, he always referred to the person as being male only.
So, when boys, maybe one or two so far came up to approach his partner… that's when his jealousy came and kicked it into high gear.
Their approach was different, yet somehow eerily similar to the girls; playful shoving, just to be an example. Just seeing them run their hand along Daniel's shoulder would be enough to set Killua off.
If he wasn't in complete control of himself and thinking about their pact, he'd push those guys aside. And without a second thought, drag Daniel down into a very, long… passionate full-on tongue war. He'd pull out all the stops; to make sure everyone knows who Daniel belongs to…
At that point he wouldn't care about the PDA or how flustered he or Daniel would get, he'd go all in! He wanted that news to spread like wildfire, burning alive all those hopes and dreams along with any chances they thought they might have had of Daniel…
I'm definitely jealous… Killua accidentally allowed a sigh to escape; the boy didn't have time to recover, to rescind the noise of complaint.
Daniel was already reacting to his lover's sigh of complaint "Something weighing on your mind…?"
Killua puckered his lips, as he reran the previous thoughts through his head. Should he really be saying anything about his jealousy? Was there even a point, considering sometimes Daniel was able to read his thoughts and feelings?
Having Daniel understand him came with its benefits, especially when he was quick to give him what he desires most. Although, on the other hand, it became troublesome when the boy would look into every action that he thought may have hurt him.
Looking towards his partner, the boy tried to gauge how much his lover truly understood about his internal feeling on the matter?
"Is it about Jessica?"
"You do know we've met at least four different Jessicas…?"
"Usually sits in the fourth seat at the back of math class, the one with Ms Willows…"
"Long blond hair, petite glassy brown eyes Jessica?"
"That's the one…"
"Nope, couldn't find a reason to care about her…" Killua motioned snidely, his lips once more puckering. He really had no reason to get upset with her. She may have an interest in Daniel, but he doesn't deem her as someone who could draw Daniel's attention away from him.
"Was it…" Daniel shifted slightly, "because of Matthew… I think it was Burningham?"
Killua's eye twitched slightly. He knows what Daniel was referencing, the lingering hug… Mr I-like-to-take-my-time-with-my-gestures. Killua didn't say anything; he didn't want to showcase his jealousy right now.
Daniel frowned at the reaction, his eyes lingering on Killua for any further reactions. He was jealous when he shouldn't be. The one he's deeply in love with should've known by now he has eyes only for him. Now knowing all these gestures being expressed towards him, is driving his partner insane with jealousy… but also making Killua mad, is something that makes him want to improve his relationship with his boyfriend.
Killua knows how to end the scenario, but it's him refusing to take that step… but from what Daniel could gather, he knows how to blow this problem right out of the water. The school dance during the Christmas party. But that wasn't until December…
All he needs is a collection of love songs or a song that can be interpret his feelings for Killua. He'd have to go behind the boy's back, just so he doesn't spoil his plans for the boy…
But right now, he needs to make Killua understand that this… phase is nothing more than him getting to know others, mingling with teenagers around their age. He doesn't plan on pursuing anyone…
"Hey, Killua…"
"What…?"
"You're jealous…"
"I'M… not!"
Daniel stood up, stepping around the table to hover over Killua. His partner briefly looked up, frowning slightly from him standing over the snow-haired boy. He needs to know how much he means to him, to have all his internal issues be satiated in a single action. Reaching out, the boy touched his lover's shoulder.
Killua slacked from the attention being given to him, his eyes once more being diverted away. He was jealous, but he didn't want that to be the reason as to why Daniel paid more attention to him. He wanted it to come naturally, like every other time…
Daniel shifted his position, kneeling before pressing a single finger to his partner's chin, hoping that the boy will look in his direction. When he held Killua's attention, he didn't mind that Alluka was in the room, or was watching the two of them with intriguing eyes.
Nothing mattered, just the two of them about to share their mutual feelings…
There was a brief pause between the two of them; Killua enjoyed the attention his partner was giving him, how the boy's eyes were staring into his ocean blue eyes. He felt his own returning the same sort of affection, focusing on his partner's azure eyes as much as he was.
A second later, the affectionate boy cracked a smile "You're beautiful…"
"You're sappy…"
"No, I'm being serious! I want to be honest… You do not have to worry about a single thing. I won't let anything get between us… not even homework."
Killua chuckled at that; a gleeful smile spread from the boy's reaction, loving how that the fluffy-haired boy was finally relaxing a little from their situation. Killua gaze at his lover eyes which was still focused on him. It wasn't as though his partner was unable to look away; he could at any given moment. The boy with raven-hair just refused to…
Killua shifted once more, drawn in by what was happening. This was a cliché, the moment the girl kisses the boy in those damn movies… If this was going to happen, he rather Daniel makes the first move, because at least then, in this cliché, his partner would be the 'girl' in this instance…
Although, he wouldn't mind being the aggressive initiator in these circumstances… maybe even drive his partner mad with lust. To kiss him greedily, like he was a sustenance that was needed to continue on living.
Oh… Killua casually readjusted himself. It felt as though his body needed a little more than just a lingering gaze. He wouldn't mind taking the next step of their relationship. He already has everything they need, he just needs to prep in advanced. Although, the prospect of having Daniel experience every step of the way would be a thrill in its own right.
He wouldn't fumble, maybe a little at the start…
But after the initial foreplay, it'll blossom into something wonderful; hopefully… it's hard to gauge these types of situations with Daniel.
When Daniel leaned forward slightly, Killua closed his eyes, for a split second hoping that their lips would meet with chaste feelings. His feelings were soon cut short, Daniel painfully reminding him of someone else still being in the room, "Alluka, can I talked to your brother in private? I have something to tell him…"
Damn him for fall victim to their affectionate feelings for one another.
"Sure, I should be fine with my homework for now…" The girl giggled before adding, "ever since you two were staring lovingly into each other's eyes."
Killua's eyes opened, his head snapping in Alluka's direction. The boy's expression was anything, but loving; if anything, they were nothing but indecent. He was about to make out with his boyfriend right in front of his sister. He shouldn't be doing that, no matter how much he desires to be with the boy right now…
Daniel grabbed his partner's hands before any of them could reconsider, dragging his lover to their room. Once the door was shut, Daniel pressed Killua against the door; his eyes once more openly staring shamelessly into his lover's.
There was more to this conversation they needed to have, then just silence for the next few hours. He wanted to Killua to know that what they have is cemented in emotional feelings, not just a paperweight while they pretend to not know each other.
Taking a deep breath, Daniel stilled his emotions for the moment, "No one but you can drive me crazy. I'm madly in love with you, not this idea of you we are trying to hide from everyone else…" The boy shifted his body, a quiet thud letting the both of them know Killua had backed up into the door, "I know that you don't like so many people approaching me, some even trying to court me… but the fact still stands, no matter what they try… or what we go through…"
Daniel reached out, interlocking his fingers with Killua's. He pulled it up letting it hover in front of the both of them. Adjusting his posture slightly, he placed a kiss on the back of his lover's hand.
"You're really sappy right now… embarrassingly sappy, if I'm being honest…"
He's going to make it clear cut, in a manner he hopes Killua would like to hear, "I'm more than ready… to take the next step of our relationship…" Daniel's eyes narrowed slightly, his lips ghosting along Killua's, "to fuck you…"
Killua's eyes widened at the news, the prospect exciting him in more than one way. On one hand, he was about ready to rip the boy's clothes off… while on the other, he still needed to be tactful about this.
Daniel was emotional ready; however, he doesn't exactly know about every step in-between that will lead to his love being able to slide comfortably into him, "Are you serious…?"
"I'm being honest, but still take it slow… So I can follow the steps, for… you know, to be on the receiving end…"
"You mean-"
"Yes, but there's gonna be a specific time for that. I wanna do it when… when it feels right. Perfect, if you will…" Killua blushed at the news, although, Daniel wasn't quite done speaking yet "It'll definitely be before the end of year… that much is for certain!"
"Oh…" Killua pulled his hand away to cup Daniel's chin, "I like the sound of that!" He'd rather it happened sooner, but hearing that just makes him gleeful at the prospect of getting to top his partner. Fuck, I'm already imagining the sounds his gonna make…
"But before any of that happens, I want to know that you're ok. Not the sex part, the emotional feelings about what's happening at school."
"Oh, yes…" Killua playfully patting the boy's butt, "I'm more than ok!"
Daniel frown from the boy's action; he was ok with Killua rubbing his ass, he just wants the two of them to be rational about the daily school events, "Killua, I'm worried about you."
Killua's expression softened, but he still kept his hand on Daniel's butt. He liked the squishy feeling; it was no bubble butt, but it was still soft in his hands "I'm fine… definitely now! Now before you ask me again, I'm being serious. Sure, I do get a little… jealous about these things, but I trust you on this matter. More than I let on if I'm being honest…"
The boy shifted his position, both hands coming up to hug his partner. As embarrassing as being affectionate is, Daniel connects well when it comes to these sorts of physical affections. He and Daniel both do… It's just too different degrees, "I… do love you. Hearing that you want me only… makes me…" Killua looked into his boyfriend's eyes "happy."
So much for outwaiting Daniel… Killua leaned into the waiting boy's arms, initiating what he hoped would be the first of many long, breathless kisses. Once he pulled back for a quick breath, Daniel forcefully pulled him back in.
His fingers grasped the side of Killua's head, leaning into the hunger; they needed to express their feelings. They would've have gone further than this, but neither of them planned to remove the other's clothing. It was a matter of holding back those desires, while also maintaining consistent affection.
When Daniel dug his fingers into his partner's hair, pulling him just a little more closely to the point their noses mushed together, Killua did the same. The only difference between them is Killua tilted his head slightly so that not only could he drag his fingers along the affectionate boy's hair, they wouldn't break their nose from their forceful actions.
Daniel welcomed the move when Killua dragged them onto the bed, his hands leaving the boy's head to instead grip the sheets. Killua's, however, continued to dig his into the emotional boy's hair, savouring all the noises being shared.
The bubbling feeling in his chest made him aware of something else, the need to laugh. It wasn't a crazy man laugh, it's just these bubbling feelings just overtook him by surprise. He broke the kiss to instead laugh out loud, eyes trickling from the feelings that continued to bubble forth.
Daniel pressed a kiss to his partner's forehead, watching the slight dust of pink spread through the boy's cheeks. It wasn't over just yet…
Neither of them was sexually excited right now, but the tension for what was to come later was definitely there. Killua pushed himself up, laying Daniel on his laps like the boy planned to ride him.
A calm, short kiss reminded both of them of their emotions.
Neither of them wanted to move, savouring the feelings left out for both of them to accept. Killua found himself giggling once more. There was something about Daniel's confusion which always left him laughing.
It's as though Daniel didn't understand when or why he was sexually aroused thanks to their actions. Alright, maybe sometimes Daniel understood the reason as to why it happened, while other times he didn't understand why Killua had a raging boner that sought the destruction of their so-called innocence.
Nothing time couldn't fix…
"Tonight…" Killua hummed into the boy's lips, to make sure he didn't miss his lover's nod of understanding. The boy continued to run his hand up and down the boy's side, savouring another moment of intimacy before the two found themselves leaning into another long kiss.