After the incident, Killua tends to his partner's body, helping him clean up. They needed to continue the talk about what happened.

A\N: Now, there will be a lot of mentions to the previous chapter, and they're naked (They're in a bathtub) … I don't know about you, but I don't wear my clothes in the shower, let alone the bathtub… however, there's nothing explicit going.

… Except maybe Killua joking about it.

That being said… back to the story.

A\N2: Sorry for the late post…

After washing his boyfriend's body of the evidence in the shower, he started to fill the bathtub. Killua picked up his partner still sitting in the shower, to instead lay him into the bathtub.

As Daniel relaxed, he sighed in relief from the warm water soaking his tender body. He would definitely, feel Killua's actions tomorrow… but seeing Killua's expression, the way his partner moved to look after his frame, he was happy.

It was a side of Killua that took a long time to manifest.

Killua got in after him, laying against his boyfriend's chest. The moment he had done so, he felt Daniel's hands exploring his body, "You can't be serious right now…"

"Define serious…?" The boy's hands massaged his partner's chest, enjoying the soft sigh that escaped his partner's lips, "I looked like I got dunked in a vat of cream earlier… Besides, I want to touch you." He stopped moving his hands, instead opting to hug his boyfriend closer "That means, hugging and cuddles too…"

Killua sighed at that, relaxing his body against his partner's "Alright… but we need to talk about what happened earlier. Exactly how did that connection affect us? Were we allowed to read each other's minds…? Stuff that was out of the unordinary…"

Daniel thought about it as he absently stroked his partner's chest, "I couldn't do stuff like that… at least, I don't think I could. My thoughts were mainly, ones of submissiveness. I wanted to be yours to use… At first, I feared it, but as the session continued, those thoughts were pushed to the back of my mind. It's not that I stopped caring… it's that if it made you happy… I was happy to submit, to you… I guess. What about you?"

"Besides plastering you… with everything, I've stored over the past few months of abstinence? I did say I had thoughts and feelings that didn't feel like my own, but it's hard to put into words. I can't say it was like I was reading your thoughts… Nor was it like you whispering in my ears. I felt it in my bones, as though it was etched into my soul… my needs. It was feelings of submissiveness, but more than that…"

Killua rolled his wrist, as he was trying to explain the thought process "It was like my body knew what you wanted… but it acted on impulse, to give you what you most desired…"

"I don't think that was what I desired, exactly…"

Killua turned around, "Then was it what I wanted, being projected onto you, making me believe that's what I wanted? I would consider those feelings a feedback loop of my desires, I guess…?"

Daniel shook his head. It couldn't be that either "No…" Daniel frowned, "Maybe…" He grew more frustrated with himself. Was he struggling to admit the truth, that was what he wanted? Or was it something more desperate, hiding within the recesses of his mind "I can't put it into words… I wanted you, but those feelings got out of hand."

Killua hummed at the words, now resting his head on his boyfriend's chest, "Submissiveness… Then, would it better to be said, that you wanted me sexually, but something in your head was twisted, making you believe that's what you truly desired. Like… you wanted to ride me, but somewhere along the way, you stopped riding me to make me happy… and started riding me, to fill out a deep-rooted desire."

"Maybe…" Daniel pulled his hands away from Killua's chest, to instead absentmindedly stroke his partner's back, "I guess, a good example would be… I wanted to suck you off, but the further we got, the less it was about the sucking, the more it was about the completion."

"Well… right before release, I felt a command of sorts… maybe a request. Let everything out… It felt like my body did that. In fact, had I not pulled out in time… I'd have filled you to the brim. You'd have looked… pregnant."

Daniel raised an eyebrow in concern, "Why did you stop yourself? Actually… No, why did you feel the need to stop yourself? You haven't come inside me once… even though at this point, I'd let you."

Killua found himself blushing from the confession, "Because I don't want to make you sick…"

"Sick…? How? I already swallow your loads like, when you were downing alcohol at the party."

"First, of all… that sounds disgusting. You consider swallowing my loads, to be on par with my ability to down shots of Vodka on a whim. Second, of all… it's different. I feel like you have a mild resistance to poisons at this point, whether it's from birth via genes, or from…" Killua makes some weird sucking noises, as though, he was swallowing an imaginary penis, "However, we're talking about a different way to… receive thy loads." The boy mocked in a Shakespearian tone, "If I accidentally tear you a new one, and it gets into your bloodstream… I don't know what kind of damage your body would go through. But when you swallow my sperm… there should in theory, only be a small amount that will barely, let alone, disastrously affect your body. I highly doubt it'll survive your stomach acid before the nutrients pass through your body."

"So… don't tear me a new one. Problem solved… no need for protection." Daniel joked, hoping to ease his partner's tension.

"It's not as simple as that…" Killua groaned in frustration. He knows his partner means well, if, the attention on his back was to be an indicator. But, if what they were to experience again, for it to happen on a much more lenient level… as in neither one protested with what was happening to their body, how could he stop himself, let alone, for his partner to have the willpower to stop them mid-act "I don't think it'll be that easy… at least… I don't believe it'll be."

"Then what do you propose?"

Killua laid his head flatly against his boyfriend's chest "Maybe when we're older, we'll cross that bridge."

Daniel fell silent. The way his partner was resting his head on him, it felt like it was more like something he would do. He loves resting his head on Killua's chest, snuggling, even using his tummy like a pillow.

It made him feel like he was at peace, even though Killua could crack a walnut on those abs…

That expression he saw being relayed back to him through his boyfriend's eyes, he could picture Killua seeing it through his eyes, routinely "You're acting like me now…"

"How so…?" Killua's head tilted slightly.

"The way you're resting your head on my chest. It is getting worse… we're sharing each other's habits. Or at least, copying them…"

Killua tried to get up, stopping himself from replicating his partner's normal habits. But he found himself being drawn back, Daniel's arms pulling his head back to his boyfriend's chest.

Even though Daniel pointed out this was an abnormal habit to him, he still wanted his lover to continue to lay his head on his chest "Please, stay… I like it…"

"Fine…" Killua rolled his eyes, "next time don't point it out. Although, I can see why you like it… I can hear your heartbeat."

Daniel gave a small nod, "Now… about the whole connection aspect… what are we going to do, to stop this incident from happening again?"

"Besides being careful? We set rules…" Killua drew a finger over his partner's chest, watching his boyfriend's body tingle under his menstruations "it's as simple as that."

"I think that's a little too simple… you said you could feel what I could feel, right?"

"Yeah…"

"What if I can now use your ability…?"

Killua sat upright, the water in the tub splashing around from his movement. He gave his partner a stern look "Even if you could, you shouldn't… not even to test that possibility…"

"What about a small shot of electricity at… like that towel?"

Killua looked at the towel, then back to his partner, stating his feelings on the matter flatly "Did I bloody stutter?! No… Don't even try it." He warned his partner once more.

"Then… why don't you try to manipulate my shadow…" The boy offered his partner a cheeky smile, "it's not like you could choke me with my own, ability."

"First, of all… don't joke about that. Second, of all… I wouldn't even know where to begin. How does a Transmuter, even learn to use manipulation tactics, to control someone else's ability?"

"Kastro learned a manipulation type skill, even though he was an Enhancer…" The boy's gaze turned to his partner, then his feet, where his shadow laid dormant, "How about this… Try to picture a hand, as an extension of your body. Reach out, while pointing your finger, the rest should follow."

Killua held out his hand, pointing a finger at the towel. He tried to imagine a hand extending from his body, reaching out for the towel. Nothing happened "Nothing…"

Daniel reached out, touching his boyfriend's hand, "Maybe it's for the best…" He blinked once, then twice, pulling his partner back to his chest. He was still worried, but there was some excitement in the pit of his stomach.

What if they do reach a point where they could use each other's abilities?

It'll be an exciting change to their dynamic.

Only Killua seems to think it'll be the worst outcome.

"Can I be honest…"

"Sure…"

"I'd love to be able to use your ability."

Killua groaned in annoyance, but before he could argue, Daniel interjected "No… hear me out. I'll get to experience something that's yours. I'll know what it feels like to be in your shoes… wouldn't that help us grow closer?"

"In theory… yes. But this isn't just you using my ability, or me using yours… it's the mechanics, that worries me. I still feel pain when I use my ability, which means you'll feel that pain too. I…" The boy sighed in defeat, "I don't want you to go through that."

"Nor do I…" Daniel rubbed his partner's shoulder, "but that doesn't mean, I want to watch you, shoulder that burden alone."

"It's not about me letting you shoulder that burden with me… it's about keeping you safe. If things change in the future, and it becomes inevitable, then maybe… I'll teach you. But for now, focus on your skills, while I train mine."

Killua shifted his weight, the water splashing as he sat comfortably in his partner's lap "Promise me under no circumstances, will you allow our connection to give you access to my abilities… or me, access to your abilities."

Daniel tried to pull his partner in for a hug, But Killua's hands stopped him from doing so.

"I said promise me…"

"You know I can't… not because I don't want to, but rather, it's a hidden desire of mine. I want to be as close as I can be to you. If that means having access to the things that would otherwise hurt me, so be it. I want to learn about what you go through… what you experience… what you feel… If that means stepping into your world, I'm going to jump in headfirst."

Killua frowned, even though he is against the idea, he appreciates what his partner is trying to do for him. The boy looked away for the moment, thinking more on the matter. If he can't get his partner to back down, indefinitely… maybe a rule in place could stop his partner from utilising his ability, unless in a dire circumstance that would be otherwise impossible to achieve.

The boy turned to face his partner, "Alright… if you want to be stubborn like that. I want a rule in place. Unless, in dire circumstances, you are not allowed to use my ability, if, you ever get access to it. By dire… I mean life or death situation, where it could tip the balance in your favour… understood?"

Daniel gave a nod of understanding. He reached out, pulling his partner in for a kiss on the lips "Should we kiss on it?"

Killua chuckled at the idea. As opposed to shaking on it… Daniel wanted to kiss on it. Well, I won't object to that… He leaned in the two melding as one.

Little did they know, they had unconsciously fulfilled a condition towards their Limitations and Vows. The aura around them shined with brilliance, neither one picking up on the connection solidifying. They were more invested in claiming each other's lips, kissing, rather than the world ticking by without them.

"~"

Gon bounced with an eager step, dragging his boyfriends along with him on a new adventure. He has been watching them grow together day by day. Sometimes he watched them train, other days he was shooed away. Mostly, because he believed the two of them wanted to train without being interrupted by his clinginess.

They didn't see his affectionate oversharing as a negative trait, but rather a distraction that made it impossible to ignore him.

When he was kicked out, it made him sad, because he was unable to spend time with his lovers, but on the other hand… Sakura and Iason, ultimately, got to spend time together, which is a good thing in his eyes.

What he has learned about dating in a polyamorous relationship is, it was hard to hit that sweet spot… to appease both of his partners at the same time. They each had their own, desires, wants, and needs, that need to be met. For instance, Iason was sexually compatible with him, Sakura was not.

Iason could constantly meet his demands, sometimes egging each other on.

Sakura doesn't have the same level of need… that Gon or Iason has.

Whereas on the flip side, Sakura is an emotionally driven person, he was eager to please both of his partners on an emotional level. It's not that Iason doesn't have his own, emotional requirements to be met… he doesn't have the same constant bar, Sakura seems to consistently hit.

There is an overlap between the two, but finding the sweet spot was still hard for him there. Where they have is a constant overlap, he believes he may have found it.

This was one of those times, he just wanted to spend a proper outing with his partners. He likes to keep them spontaneous, to give them, a way to recharge, other than Iason's sleeping ability.

"Can you explain where we're going?" Iason whined as he rubbed at his calf, feeling the tense muscle spasm in his palm. He hadn't been expected to move so abruptly, to go on a mini-adventure of sorts.

"It's a secret…" The boy winked at his partner before turning to face Sakura "How are you going?"

"Sore… can't we take a bus or something? We've been walking for hours…"

"Sorry…" Gon gave his partner an apologetic smile. He should've probably planned for this situation in advance, but he was trying to get them to relax first, before the big surprise. If he had taken a bus, that reveal would've been spoiled immediately. There were only two buses that went by that route, both of which were based around tourism "We'll be there soon… I promise."

It had taken them another fifteen minutes, but Gon finally brought them to the entrance of a building. Pointing at the sign, Gon beamed brightly, "Ta… da…"

The two's gaze followed the boy's finger, landing on a poster.

Their expression brightened for completely different reasons "A cruise!" They stated in unison. But it wasn't the cruise that had them excited, but rather where it was headed towards Roseara Island. It was a beach resort, known for its swimming locations and specialised Flora, Fauna, and lack of predators.

"That's…" Sakura got more excited with every passing stutter, "That's the Island known for its underwater forest."

"Not just that…" Gon pointed out, "The water is crystal clear all year round, and there shouldn't be any predators in the area. It also has playful sharks, known to circle swimmers. They tend to play fetch with those swimmers."

Iason smiled widely, "I heard about them… they're the Kruleabon Sharks, known to be Vegetarians. They're also cheeky… often bumping into surfboards. However, they're also known to swim alongside surfers…"

Sakura piped up, "How did you get to score tickets? Last I heard, they were completely booked out for months."

Gon offered his partners a childish grin, "I managed to get us a two-week stay at the resort."

"TWO WEEKS?!"

"Yup, it wasn't easy… but you'll be surprised what a Hunter's Licence could get you."

"How did you even think to flaunt that thing?" Iason asked out of curiosity. Gon didn't flaunt his Hunter Licence as much as he could be getting away with it. Although, it's probably good that a Nenless Hunter didn't flaunt it that much.

Who knows, who would try to steal it.

"Well, Daniel's father. Nathaniel helped us book out the Rainbow-Prism Willow, so, I wanted to ask him if there were any other places I could try. He gave me a couple of tips, but when he mentioned Roseara Island, I knew I had to get a spot for us. I secretly booked it months in advance, it was just getting a long stay vacation, which was the more difficult part. The longest was a week stay, but when I flaunted the Hunter's Licence, I was able to get two weeks. I wanted a month, but two weeks was the best I could get."

"No… No…" Sakura hugged his partner, "Two weeks is plenty. We're grateful for the gift, seriously…"

Iason leaned in, kissing his partner on the cheek, "It's an amazing gift. Will we have an itinerary, or mostly explore the island for ourselves?"

"A day a most, it's normally just orientation. The rest of the time is for us to freely explore. I want to spend some days together, and just in pairs, so one of us can do whatever we want for the day. Sound fair?"

"Yup!" The two were quick to agree.

Gon held out two tickets, one for each of his partners, "The cruise will take a few months to get there, with plenty of stops along the way. So, we'll be stuck on the boat for a while. But that doesn't mean we can't have fun, for the time being, there are pools to explore, restaurants, shops and events ran during the night. So, let's try having fun for the time being."

The two agreed, now grabbing their bag with renewed enthusiasm, excited to see what was to come next. This wasn't a surprise they were expecting, but it was a much-welcomed one. They had been training hard, Sakura mostly.

Iason had noted Sakura had been improving over the months, not to the degree he felt the two of them could launch their plan to draw out Gon's aura, but it was still a smooth decent process…

He too had been improving secretly, trying to refine his talent to the point he reduced the chances of accidentally unlocking Gon's immersive strength while they were asleep. There were fewer moments he saw Gon's brilliant strength shine to life, the orange glow, as radiant as his boyfriend's eyes manifest before them.

But when it did, it made his body tremble… like the boy's strength rocked him to the core for reasons that could be not only, make him yearn for his partner's touch… but sometimes fear it.

He'd look after Gon, not just because he's come to love his partner… but it's someone he's cherished over the months. He wants to give Gon back something, that he knows he misses… He wants his partner to have that strength back.

Gon loved his partner's expressions, their reaction to their new mini-adventure. He booked this in advance; it was the perfect gift not just for Sakura, he wanted to make sure Iason also got something out of it too.

Iason was a little like him and Killua, he liked exploring, having fun trying new things. He preferred things more involving nature, specifically with animals; things like zoos, camping, picnics, surrounded by the chance of being stumbled across by the very animals they were trying to spot.

It was Sakura that preferred more of the fauna involved in nature, things like hiking and exploring the hidden gems that were overlooked by those who simply ignored them. Sure, he won't be expecting to see Sakura walking deep into a booby trap ancient temple, but he could see him getting lost in the nature surrounding it… maybe even getting lost in a dark cavern, provided it was filled with things that drew his excitement.

He might need to check if there's anything like that, a cave filled with forestation.

However, he'd be happy to explore the island with the two of them together, or individually. Provided they all have fun, he'll be happy.

So, as I was struggling to think of what to write, making stuff up on the spot I stumbled across the idea. That will be Iason, Gon and Sakura's next arc, the Roseara Island Arc. It'll also be run alongside Alluka's Gender Identity Arc…? Gender Discovery Arc…? Self-Discovery Arc…?

I'll think of a more solid name…

Hopefully…