Dressed for the occasion, Alluka gets to experience her first Halloween dress up with the help of the school's special event, and the two boys who want to make it a wonderful occasion for her.

A/N: Technically 3 months late, but here's a little Halloween special. It's roughly going to be about 3 chapters… maybe more let's see how I go.

A/N2: We're in for a long one here. I have good news and bad news…
Bad news first, I currently can't reach the original owner of Iason, so I'll probably never know when I've made him too OOC.
Good news, I know most of his backstory, it's now just filling in those blanks.

Also, I've got a few chapters saved up for the next few weeks, and I just need to look over one chapter before I start working on the final part of this mini-arc.

Now back to the story…

Today was a special occasion for Killua, Alluka and Daniel; their costumes were primed and ready. Killua wanted to celebrate the occasion with just the three of them, going from house to house. Alas, that was out of the question.

With Victor out there actively looking for them, he'd be putting Daniel in danger.

He was glad Eifion put on a shower every year for his students. There were games, foods and teachers set up around the school where they can collect treats from.

With his sibling who has never gotten to experience Halloween her lifetime, Killua was thankful for his partner going that extra mile. Daniel not only got their measurements, but also hooked them up with semi-elaborate costumes.

He couldn't thank his partner enough for doing this for his sister.

However, as much as Alluka wanted to be thankful for what Killua and Daniel had done for her, she was eager to start trick or treating… not waiting for her brother and his partner, who were taking their time getting dressed.

As Alluka constantly hounded them from outside, the two boys were making final adjustments to their costumes

They could hear her pleading for them to hurry up through the cracked door, adjusted mainly for Killua's benefit. Although, IF he did close the door, he'd be able to get into some more… "intimate" friendly banter with his partner, without the constant 'pleading'.

Killua shifted his weight while looking down the mirror, trying to pat down the material of any creases which may have formed while he was putting it on. His gothic vest held his figure, as if perfectly designed for his body measurements.

He knew that his partner, like him, went through extreme lengths to make sure everything is perfect for an occasion. The boy was doing it not only for his sake, but Alluka's as well. So, he couldn't exactly fault his partner. He also couldn't deny how unbelievably comfortable the costume was, especially, the fabric…

The boy moved his body, checking all angles once more. He liked the pattern on the vest: the spiralling twirls, webbing its way across the entire surface. The throw-over silk cape that barely reached halfway down his chest.

Daniel also opted to get him fangs that stick to his teeth. He like how when he ran his tongue across the pointed teeth, it never punctures his appendage. It was easy to remove too. All he had to do was pinch them, then pluck them off. Daniel had gone all out when custom ordering his costume.

Although… if the night was young, he wouldn't mind using them for… a little more… frisky, playful nightly activity. Just because the "monsters" must return in the morning, doesn't mean they had to as well.

He stepped toward his partner with purpose, a sultry expression giving away his so-called hidden-agenda. Daniel would've been able to see him via the mirror, but the boy didn't intend to stop him.

With arms wrapping around Daniel, the boy could only sigh at the touch, enjoying the way Killua playfully ran his fingers across the articles of clothing.

"Killu-AH" His partner grabbed his junk at the right moment, giving his member a gentle squeeze as he was about to finish pronouncing his lover's name.

"Vampire caught your tongue…?" Killua joked as he ran his teeth across Daniel's neck.

"I think he has caught more than my tongue."

"Indeed…" Killua gave another squeeze, "How about-"

"Killua! Daniel! It's getting pretty late, there won't be any candy left…"

Killua chuckled, "We'll continue that tonight…" pulling away his hand before giving Daniel's 'fur' a gentle ruffle. He smiled at his partner's apparent blush. The boy then reached over to their shared study desk, picking up his glasses to put it on.

He was sure he had never heard of a Vampire wearing glasses, but he didn't want to pretend he had contacts in.

Daniel pouted, thankful for Alluka stopping them then. Daniel made another adjustment, moving the furry chest to hide it within the hem of his pants. It was able to be tucked into pants, and to fit undershirts of any length. When he threw on the final article of clothing on, his partner made sure to messed that up as well.

If anything, Killua thought Daniel looked better when his attire was dishevelled, not prim and proper. It also went well with the boy's costume, being a werewolf and all. All his partner needed now, was the mask laying on the bed.

Daniel wouldn't have mind continuing their playful game. It's something Killua enjoyed, and because his partner enjoyed it, so did he start to get in the rhythm of being just as playful.

If he was to be honest, Killua was still a better initiator than he was. It's just the way boyfriend moved, spoke and acted; it was enjoyable to watch, to see it being directed at him. But they had promised an enjoyable night for his partner's sister.

Besides the furry chest, another piece that came with the costume was a tail. It had an elastic band that allowed it to be snapped and hooked around a belt of any size thickness.

He had nothing as elaborate for the lower half of his body, the pants that came with the costume. Pieces of faux fur were stitched into the fabric that was purposely cut out. Only those who were looking down at his pants, while they were standing next to him would notice the stitching.

As for the boy's shoes, it was just a pair of plain black army boots. No need to try to organize some weird wolf style feet, or something that could wrap around comfortable shoes.

He mainly wanted Killua and Alluka to be the best dressed of the night, at least out of the three of them.

He walked over to the bed, the final piece of his costume lying comfortably on the bed. He snatched it off the bed, swinging it up under his armpit.

As he left their bedroom, he found Killua fixing the bow on the back of Alluka's princess dress. Like her brother's, it was also made from a soft material, perfect to not only walk in, but to also wear for long periods of time.

Daniel was thankful for being able to put an order in for their costumes. He wasn't as fussed with his, but he was glad Killua's and Alluka's turned out great. Alluka was excited about hers.

It was puffy, with a wedged cage sowed into the fabric, keeping it from not only being dragged across the floor, but it was also impossible to trip on. Due to Alluka's hair, it didn't come with a wig, but the extra details that went into the dress more than made up for it.

A sky-blue dress that made her eyes pop, and floral patterned that littered across the bottom of the skirt. The bow was there mainly to help hide the zip.

Alluka was ready to get going, practically bouncing on her tippy-toes in excitement, "Come on! I want to go…"

"Alright, alright…" Killua chuckled as he patted off his knees, while looking at his beaming sister with a smile, "Let's go as long as Daniel is ready."

"He's not only ready," he playfully swatted his partner's butt, alternating his accent to replicate the stereotypical Dracula accent "He's waiting on Count Dreamboat-ula to move his sweet, sweet bat-hind."

Maybe he went a little overboard with the butt slap, but the obvious blush Killua was sporting was more than worth it. Plus, the puns would've downplayed down the sexual nature of his actions and comments.

It would go over Alluka's head, but in Killua's mind… it'll be something for him to think about as they walked.

"Real smooth…" Killua walked to the front door as he tried to will the dirty thoughts away. Opening the front door, he waved for his sister to exit first. Just as Daniel was about exit their room, he stopped his partner with a brief whisper "Just you wait until tonight…" He blew into his lover's ear, watching the boy shiver in delight as he put on the mask.

Killua could tell it was mainly to hide the blush, but that won't stop him from enjoying the sweet victory. He closed the door, listening for the click before they all headed to the elevator.

As they were about to call the elevator, they were stopped by a girl yelling, "Hey!"

Daniel tilted his head slightly, mask turning at a weird angle "Oh, Clarisa and Kiel?" Madelyn was nowhere in sight, either staying in for the night or still getting ready, the boy didn't know enough to properly guess "Where's your housemate?"

"She doesn't care about Halloween… So, it's just us two planning to plunder sweets and chocolates."

Daniel knelt before Kiel, his smile hidden by the mask "I see that Clarisa is the sailor… So, you must be the Captain."

"Yarr! I'm here to plunder all the of chocolates…" Kiel growled in his best Pirate impression as he drew the plastic sword, holding it high before bursting into fits of laughter. He couldn't contain it, not after hearing how bad his impression was.

The others broke down from the laughter, taking their time to calm down. Kiel looked more like a pirate captain, with his sister obviously dressing like an underling just to match her brother.

She had a bandana wrapped around her head, her hair flowing from behind it in a messy, frizzy pattern. She also had a plain blue and white striped shirt, brown cargo shorts and sneakers.

She clearly wasn't as into it as her brother; her brother was rocking a red Pirate coat, with black thick buttons and gold trimming that extended along the entire coat. The boy wore a plain black tricorn hat with a single peacock feather that extended from the right side of the bowl covered his head.

There was also a white puffy shirt underneath, with frills covering his neck and wrists, a pair of big black boots and a sash that held a now empty sheath.

Kiel put the sword back, smiling brightly as he looked Daniel in the mask.

Clarisa wiped the tears of laughter away before smiling at the others, "So we have a Werewolf, Vampire and the prettiest Princess…"

"Yup!" Alluka's smile widened; she was happy to be called the prettiest by anyone, but hearing it from Daniel or Killua brought her the most joy. They meant everything to her. However, she was more eager to start trick or treating.

Killua offered his own smile, "It's actually my sisters first time doing trick or treating for Halloween. Daniel went all out for us."

"Aww…"

She smiled like she knew the biggest secret, "that's sweet of him." Killua coughed as he tried to hide his embarrassment, "I wish my housemate did that for us…"

Daniel drew the girl's attention, "Well, it's a small price to pay. Might as well make the day count for someone who has never experienced it."

"I can drink to that!" The woman jokes, as she held out an invisible tankard "We've done this a few times, but if you're open to the idea… the five of us can join forces. Maybe even get to know each other a little better?"

"I don't mind…" Daniel looked towards Killua, "if he doesn't."

"Can we?" Alluka tugged at Killua's silken white shirt, wanting to get started with the Halloween event. Killua was more interested in making his sister happy, "Sure, I don't see why not. But lil' sis gets the best pick!"

"I can't argue with that… What about you Kiel?"

"I get the second pick then!" The boy cheered loudly, hoping to get the three older siblings to relent to the deal. If it was Audrey's first time, she should get to savour the night. Daniel had, after all, taken extra steps for his housemate siblings.

Clarisa shook her head, a grin betraying her internal thoughts. She honestly didn't mind about that, she cared more so about the connection those two shared. Daniel had mentioned he has gotten Kyle to open-up a little over a month ago, but now looking at them closer… it looks more than just a "little".

It's as though they were hiding exactly how long they've known each other. She couldn't read Killua, he was skilled at hiding his feelings. So, she had to focus on the other boy. But due to Daniel's mask hiding his face, she directed her attention to the boy's body language. It looked to be suggesting otherwise…

Although, pointing it out might break formation. She needed to be tactful, just in case she was reading too much into it.

She didn't care if they were together, she wouldn't be that different from them. She knows who she likes, and who they like didn't matter to her specifically, but if Kyle was indeed as bad as Madelyn, at least when it comes to when Daniel and Kyle "first" met each other, she'd like to be the same when it comes to Madelyn.

She doesn't want her housemate to leave without making a friend.

Daniel held his hand to shake on it, Clarisa took the boy's hand without a second thought. She shook on the deal, her smile widening as the deal was being made, "So, we have a long night. How about we head over to the cafeteria to try out the bonus menu they have to offer first, before we go hunting down those teachers."

"Sounds like a plan." Killua agreed as he hit the button to call the elevator.

As they waited for the elevator to come up, Clarisa continued "The spooky menu has some nice offerings, mainly desserts, but the original menu is still there if you want to eat something before trick or treating."

"We've already eaten..." Killua spoke, his flicking to meet Clarisa's, "just in case."

"That's ok, you can move onto the deserts then. We have the stereotypes..." When the elevator 'dinged', the five of them got on. Daniel hit the 'ground floor' button once they all had gotten on, with Clarisa still talking about the deserts being offered "You have Zombie Brains which is Jell-O. Graveyard Escape, a type of mud cake. A single slice usually has a zombie hand protruding from the base, a cookie gravestone and decorations to give that eerie vibe."

"Sounds delicious," Killua spoke with a smile; he liked the sound of a mud cake being offered.

Clarisa nods, "It is. Witch's Coven, Black Forest cupcakes. They have miniature cute witch's hut on top. It's either made with Milk chocolate, white chocolate or caramel."

"Sounds even better!" Daniel elbowed Killua, a smile hidden under his mask once he saw Killua's smile widened at the thought of two types of chocolates being offered.

"There's the Unicorn Surprise, they come in cupcake, cake or cookie format. These guys are thick… inside there are skittles or M they come in either white, dark, milk or mixed chocolate chip, cream on top with a white chocolate horn protruding from the middle. Very sugary, but delicious when freshly baked. They melt in your mouth."

"I want to try that!" Alluka chimed in, giddy at the prospect of trying a delicious treat.

"It is… but there are others as well. There should be about ten roughly. Oh- Oh- Oh- The Ice-cream Spiders is a must! It's Ice-Cream float, which is basically Ice-Cream and soda of your choosing. Or The Abyss Chocolate. It's milk, mixed with melted Milk Chocolate. As it's being stirred, they pour Dark chocolate and caramel in, adding this swirl that ripples throughout the drink. Keeps your tastebuds guessing as you sip..."

"NOW THAT..." Killua grinned wickedly, "I have to try!"

"You know what that reminds me of..." Killua turned to his partner, eyebrow being raised in confusion. What exactly was Daniel about to say? Daniel shifted his weight slightly, "Remember when I brought you the Death Shake?"

Killua's eyes widened slightly when he saw Clarisa turn her head in confusion; he could see it coming, a question which could ultimately ruin their plan to hide among the masses "I don't remember something like that being served at the Cafeteria..."

Daniel had a mental 'oh, shit' moment. That happened months ago, back before they were together. It was their supposed 'date', but Killua was more interested in protecting Gon, than he was with their 'date'.

Not only that, when it came to Killua's feelings at that time, the boy didn't think he could have feelings for anyone. Daniel needed to backtrack, or at least reduce the damage he created. He faked a smile, "Yeah, they don't. I took Kyle off the campus for that one. We were at a cafe… can't remember which one it was, but I ordered him something he may have liked."

Daniel leaned in close to Clarisa, hoping to add fuel to the burning fire of curiosity, something to get her to believe it's the entire truth "I noticed he loves chocolate… I'm talking like cavities inducing amount of chocolate. To get him to open up… I bribed him with a Death Shake. Rich Caramel, Milk and Dark Chocolate, swirling together… enough to murder anyone, but Kyle's tastebuds…"

Clarisa pressed her hand to her chin. It sounded believable… too believable. But that wasn't all. Either Daniel was a keen observer, or this sounded like something completely different… something two or more people would do on a special occasion "That sounds more like a date..."

Killua choked on air, eyes averted.

The girl saw it, a moment where Kyle's guard had been utterly broken. She had guessed correctly "It WAS a date?!"

Daniel shook his head. There was no date unfortunately back then. As much as he wanted one to happen, Killua just wasn't interested in him. Maybe he could use some of his feelings from back then to drive them off the topic.

The elevator stopped, another 'ding' letting them know they arrived. When he got out, he turned to the others, "I wish… When it comes to my feelings, sure, I could list many things that would make Kyle a great partner… but at the same time… I want it to happen more naturally. I'm just getting to know him… but he isn't the one I need to woo, or should I say, impress..."

He held a finger out to Alluka, "It's Audrey…"

"Me…?"

"My sister?!"

"Not directly, per se… But she's one tough nut crack. Without her permission, there is no way I could ever be with Kyle."

Clarisa's eyes narrowed slightly.

Killua knew where Daniel was headed with this. And there's no other better middle woman. The boy was right in a way. Getting Alluka to accept Daniel was one of the hardest things to pull off. She loves her brother more than anyone else on the planet! Daniel had to impress Alluka until she finally accepted him. However, convincing her to play along will be hard. But she must for their sake…

Especially, if they want it to work in their favour. That's not all, unfortunately, roping Kiel into this could possibly make it work even better. By playing the 'love for a sibling' card, getting her to agree that she would do the same for her brother would be no impossible feat "Daniel is right. You and Kiel would possibly feel the same. You care, looked out for each other. You'd want the best for your little brother as I do for my little sister. I'm sure they would feel the same… wouldn't you agree?"

"Yeah!" Alluka chimed in, followed by Kiel "I would!"

Alluka's bright expression widened as she thought out loud, "I do… I want my brother to be happy. No matter who he's with. I see that Daniel is kind and gentle with my brother, and if it makes him happy, I'll be happy!"

Killua did not expect the whole situation to backfire, explode right in their faces. She was mixing reality with fiction, an almost transparent sheet hiding their façade was about to be revealed too soon. He wanted his sister to backpedal, but the damage had already been done.

Clarisa was smiling, "There's your consent… Why don't you ask him out?"

Killua curled his fists tightly. He had to pretend that he was the last line of defence, no matter how much his heart wanted him to scream out "Fucken, yes! He's mine… back off!"

Daniel's lips curled into a grin. He knew without a doubt, what was about to happen. His partner was predictable only up to a certain degree. When it comes to his feelings or his desire to protect…

His boyfriend will lie just to protect them, no matter how painful it is.

Killua's cheeks were bright red, flushed from being put on the spot by Alluka and himself, "Sh- Shut up Baka!" He stomped off, wanting to avoid the topic any further. He hopes they would all drop this conversation "My life… My rules... I'm not gonna date some dude I met a month ago."

Daniel waved an exaggerated gesture to his partner now walking away, "That's reason number two… Slow and steady steps. You might want to take some footnotes here for Madelyn. If she's not ready… You have to open them up to the idea."

"Ohh..." Clarisa hummed aloud, eyes directed at Daniel's housemate still walking away with flushed cheeks, "Still… Audrey thinks your nice, so that's a bonus."

"It is… but I still need Kyle's acceptance. It might be more difficult now he knows my intention."

"Sorry about that..."

"It's ok..." Daniel held his hand out towards the exit, "Let's give the youngest of our crew an unforgettable night. Hopefully, that would impress Kyle."

"I'm sure it would… To the Cafeteria!"