Hey guys! Sorry for the long wait but I'm here and so is the chapter so all is good! :D Now, since May is over I am happy to announce that I will be making a trailer for this story. I counted the votes and only one person said no in making it, so I get to make my very first trailer video yay! Don't worry, I'll leave the link for the trailer on my profile when I'm done making it. :)

Ok, now that's done, let's get on with the story! Here's Ch. 8 enjoy! (Hopefully it's not bad)

Chapter 8 - Why So Silent?

Music filled the halls of the Opera House. Couples with mixed matched costumes danced throughout the room as their masks glistened by the touch of the lights. Decorations to golden chandeliers hanging from the rooftops to the beautiful piles of mesmerizing flowers glistened with gold rims their petals. Everything was perfect as the guests danced and laughed without a care in the world; as well as forgetting about the horrors that once corrupted their minds were nothing but loss memory. Tonight was a celebration in order to be happy and welcoming as the two managers greeted every face they saw in appease.

Ezra was still making his way towards the ball with Kanan a few inches in front of him. As much as he enjoyed dancing and having fun, he simply didn't really see any order as to why he still had to go. It would've been fine if Kanan had just agreed to let them ditch the ball and just sneak off to who knows where. But, of course, he had to be dragged into going as always. If the man wasn't the patron of the Opera House maybe things would be different, but really, he wasn't complaining.

The sound of chain rattling caught the teen's ears as he looked down. A smile was soon plastered on his face as he watched the silver ring glide around his neck. Who would've thought his world would be turned upside down in just a moment. Excitement jolted through his veins as he took hold of the silver ring while fiddling with it to keep his emotions in check. If anyone saw him this happy they would think he was probably sick or something. He wasn't really all that welcoming when he first started to live in the Opera House, which really, who would blame him.

They were just about to make it to the ballroom when suddenly a thought hit Ezra's mind. He never understood why he didn't think about it before. 'What if the Inquisitor finds out?' Fear struck the raven's heart as if someone had just punch him in the gut. How stupid could he be? If the Inquisitor found out that he was engaged to Kanan there's no telling what the man would do to make sure he never married the brunette.

Ezra stopped dead in his tracks as he clutched the ring in his hands tighter. He didn't want that. He didn't want to be separated or even afraid of what might happen to him if he married Kanan. He'd rather die than to the live forever with the Inquisitor. The thought of it just left a dreadful taste in his mouth. Even so, how was he supposed to let Kanan agree with him? He knew the man didn't believe in the Phantom but he still had to try. It wasn't like he was –

"Ezra?"

The sudden voice strung Ezra out of his thoughts as he looked up. Kanan was a few feet in front of him as he could see worry shown in the man's green eyes. He must've dosed off right before they were about to go inside the room; judging by the stern hand on the door handle. Blue eyes turned towards the ground as the teen hugged one of his arms nervously.

What was he supposed to say? That he didn't think telling everyone about their engaged me was a good idea cause the Inquisitor might find out about it? Which was mainly true, but how was he supposed to make Kanan believe that?

"Ezra? Ezra, are you ok?" Kanan asked as he slowly made his way over to the teen. He was about to put his hand on his shoulder when the other stepped away from him. "Ezra? What's wrong?" he asked, again only this time more sternly.

Ezra gave a start as he heard the man's voice. He was starting to get aggravated with him. A sigh soon left his mouth as he slowly looked up at the man. 'Well, might as well try.' He thought to himself as he started to speak.

"Kanan…can you…promise me something?" Ezra asked as he watched the man fold his arms over his chest.

"What is it?"

"Well…can you…promise not to tell anyone we're in engaged?"

Silence filled the room as Ezra waited for the other's answer. Just hearing him say those words made him sound like an idiot, and it wasn't helping him feel any better by the look Kanan was giving him. The expression the man was giving him completely read 'did you really just ask me that' kind of look. He had to admit it wasn't his best choice of words but what else was he supposed to say?

The sound of a cough could be heard as the teen looked to see that Kanan was trying to get his attention. Ezra waited patiently, or rather, eagerly for the man's answer; hoping he would agree with him. But no, instead he got –

"You're ashamed of it?"

...

What. The. Hell. Was. That?!

Ezra grew stunned by the words he had just heard. Ashamed of it? Why in the world would Kanan think he was ashamed of being with him? In fact, he was rather honored to be marring him not ashamed!

"What?!" Ezra yelled as he looked Kanan dead in the face. "What are you talking about? No, I'm not ashamed of it! What in the world gave you that idea?"

Kanan gave a smirk as he unfolded his arms while slowly making his way towards the teen. "Then why do you want me to keep it a secret? We don't have anything to hide, right?"

"I guess…but still –"Ezra started but was quickly shut short when he noticed the close distance between the both of them. Heat rose up on the teen's face as he quickly adverted his eyes away and onto the floor. Kanan chuckled at the teen's shyness as he cupped the teen's chin with his hand, and moved his face up so he was looking at him.

"Why should I make a promise to something I know you don't want?"

Ezra was about to give a remark when he was suddenly pulled forward to only feel warmth come to his lips. Blue eyes widened by the sudden turn of events to only slip shut moments later. He knew he was losing the battle but how was he supposed to reason with the man if his body felt as if it was fire? Nothing seemed to matter anymore as the teen slowly started to wrap his arms around Kanan's neck.

The sound of the door opening caught Ezra's ears as the teen desperately backed away from the man as he watched two girls walk by them. Kanan gave the teen a confused glance as he watched the raven breathe heavy up against the wall. What was the matter with him? Of all his days Kanan has never seen his friend act like this; especially in public. Sure he could understand why the teen could be embarrassed to show affection in public instead behind closed doors, but this…this was just not like him at all.

"Ezra, are you sure you're alright?" Kanan asked as he placed a hand on the teen's shoulder.

Ezra gave a start as he looked up to only see green eyes staring back at him with worry. Guilt swirled through his body as he looked away from the other. He didn't mean to react like that. It's just with the Inquisitor on his mind he couldn't help but feel to be alert for anything...even if it meant pushing your lover away from you while during a passionate moment...

A sigh left his lips as he rubbed his hand over his arm uncomfortably. "I'm sorry, Kanan...it's just...just please promise me you won't say anything." He said, blue eyes turning upward as they stared up at the other pleadingly.

"Ezra..." Kanan mumbled as he made an attempt to touch the boy again but to only be rejected.

"No Kanan, please don't they'll see!" Ezra slightly exclaimed as he made an attempt to back away, but to only realize that he was trapped when his back made contact with the wall.

"Well, then let them see." Kanan said as he placed both of his hands on each side of the teen's body; pinning him to the wall. "It's an engagement not a crime."

"Ezra, what are you afraid of?" Kanan asked as he lifted up the raven's head in order for him to look at him.

He didn't understand why he was so scared. A while ago he was just fine and extremely happy when he asked Ezra to marry him, but now the teen was acting as if he didn't trust anything or anyone. With just one touch he goes into alert mode that it was starting to worry the man even more. He thought that everything would be fine again after they had their little moment up on the roof. He thought he made Ezra feel safe and not afraid of anything, but it would seem that the teen was still having trouble over the shock.

Ezra did nothing but stare back at Kanan when he was asked the question. What was he afraid of? 'Losing you...' the teen thought as he took hold of the others hand that was placed on his cheek. He wasn't scared or worried if people saw them like this; he could care less if they had a problem with it. No. The thing that scared him was the fact that if he wasn't too careful then one minute he'd be in Kanan's arms when next he's being pulled and taken away from him by the Inquisitor. Just thinking about losing Kanan made the teen's stomach ache with nausea. He'd rather die than to be separated from the man forever.

The sound of music filled the room around them as Ezra gave a quick glance over towards the door. It would appear that it didn't close all the way when those two girl walked by them. The sight of it was just enough to pull Ezra back to his senses. Why were they here standing in the hallway? They had a ball to get to! With a defenseless sigh, the teen gave a small smile as he pulled Kanan's hand away from his face and started making his way towards the ballroom.

"Ezra?"

Kanan's voice rang through the air as the raven stopped midway in his track to turn and see the other looking at him rather confused. Ezra rolled his eyes as a smirk started to dance around his face. "Kanan..."

"Let's not argue."

Kanan stood silent for a moment before a grin started to slowly form on his lips as he started making his way over towards him.

"Let's not argue..."

"Please pretend!"

"I can only hope..."

"I'll/You will understand in time."

Ezra's once grinning face was soon turned into awe. Couples everywhere danced around the ballroom floor as they enjoyed there time at the party. The eagerness of just wanting to jump right into the crowd was more than overwhelming to the young teen. He could see that most of the girls that he usually danced with were off having the time of their life as there partners twirled, ducked, and lifted them up as they danced.

A smile soon crossed the weary teen as he soon spotted his sister standing off to the side with group of her friends. He was happy to see that she was having fun but he sometimes wished she would let loose some whenever it came to dancing in public. Sure she danced on stage just fine, but whenever they have a party or something like this the girl would always tense up and shy away at the opportunity to dance in front of people. She was a great dancer but as much as he tried he knew that his sister's talent wasn't dancing; it was drawing.

The girl was a natural at it. She even told Ezra herself that she'd rather be an artist then a dancer any day. At first, he didn't quite understand it but after watching and seeing how she acts when it comes to those two types of things, he understood perfectly why she would rather draw than dance.

The sound of a cough sprung Ezra out of his thoughts as he turned his attention to where Kanan was. He'd almost forgotten that he was even there which was really not a good thing seeing as how they were dating and everything. A smile was formed on the man's face as Ezra looked at him in confusion until a hand was placed in front of him.

"May I have this dance?" Kanan asked as he held his hand out for Ezra to take. A chuckle was soon brought to him as he watched the teen grow slightly embarrassed by the sudden question. Ever since they had made it to the ball Kanan could see the longing and want in his lovers eyes. He might not be a good dancer but he wasn't going to have Ezra miss out on something that he enjoyed doing.

Ezra grew speechless as he looked from Kanan's hand to his face. Was he serious? He knew the man wasn't that much of a dancer and didn't really like it when they were kids, but he was really asking him to dance with him. Heat started to raise up on the teen's face as he nervously rubbed the back of his neck before answering. "W-won't it be weird if people saw two guys dancing with each other?"

"So what if they see?" Kanan said as he took hold of the teen's hand and pulled him towards him. Ezra grew startled by the sudden action as he fell forward into the others arms. He slowly lifted his face up to only see the man smiling down at him lovingly. "All that matters is..." Kanan pulled the teen back away from him as he twirled him around before dunking him over his side, "...that you look at me."

Ezra grew stunned as he let the other lift him back up onto his feet. He wasn't really expecting that from Kanan. The man usually didn't know what to do when having to be the leader, but it seems that he knows what he's doing. Ezra grew a grin as he chuckled slightly at his wondering thoughts. "Since when did you learn how to dance properly, Kanan?"

Kanan noticed the teasing sound in his voice as he wrapped one of his arms around the teen's waist while pulling him closer. "I might not look it but I do know some things about dancing." He said as he took hold of Ezra's hand and started dancing with him.

Ezra couldn't help but smile to himself as he followed Kanan's footsteps as they danced together around the room. He couldn't tell if anyone was watching them but he really didn't care if they did. His life was completely turned upside down after the past month. Some of it he had to admit was for the better, for if it wasn't for Zeb storming out that one day during rehearsal the teen probably wouldn't be here dancing with Kanan now. And sure he had the Inquisitor to deal with too but he could handle him. If Kanan was by his side he knew nothing was impossible, which was one of the reasons why he loved him so much.

'If only it could be like this forever...' Ezra thought to himself as he started to close his eyes in order to lose himself in the moment. He was suddenly turning around as Kanan twirled him around before finally pulling him back closer to him. The two of them suddenly stopped moving as they looked up at each other in a slight daze. Even if the Inquisitor took Ezra away from Kanan the teen knew that worrying about it would get him nowhere. He'd rather saver the moments like these and re-live them in his mind every chance he got.

Kanan lifted his hand up to the teen's cheek as he slightly pushed the boy's face up. The teen knew what the man was asking for, and without a moments' thought, brought his head closer to the other as they both shared a passionate kiss. He didn't care if anyone saw him now. All he knew what that he was with Kanan, the one he loved, and that was all he needed right then.

Suddenly, a cry was sprung out through the room as everyone stopped what they were doing. Ezra even pulled away from the kiss as he watched everyone in the room gasp and stare in horror at the sight they were seeing. Music stopped as unwanted eyes of visitors gazed up and around the staircase that was before hand. Blue eyes followed the unwanted stares to only freeze in terror. There, on top of the staircase, stood a man with a black mask over his face while dressed in nothing black and red colors. Golden eyes illuminated off of the lights in the room as they looked about the room as if they were searching for something, or someone.

'No...' was the only thought that ran through Ezra's mind as he scarily started moving backwards. Why? Why of all the days did he have to show up? He knew something bad was going to happen today he just knew it! It was even the reason as to why he didn't want to come to the party in the first place. But none of that mattered anymore. All that he knew was that he had to get away from here and fast before something terrible happened. He was about to make a dash towards his room when he was suddenly grabbed by the arm.

Ezra grew stiff as he slowly turned his head around in fear of what he would see, but instead of the Inquisitor it was Kanan who had stopped him.

"Ezra, what's wrong?" Kanan asked, worriedly.

The teen didn't even answer for his eyes were locked on the place where the Inquisitor was. Kanan turned his head around in order to see where the teen was looking to only tighten his hold on the boy's arm. It was the first time he had seen the man that gave his Ezra fears and if he was a threat to his lover then he was a threat to him. Kanan pulled the teen closer to his body as they both watched as the masked man started making his way down the stairs.

"Why so silent, good Masseurs? Did you think that I had left you for good? Have you missed me, good Masseurs? I have written you an opera."

The Inquisitor was halfway down the stairs as he spoke throughout the crowd. No one said a word for they were too shocked or either scared to even make a remark at the mysterious man. At the mention of him writing an opera struck Ezra's heart as he looked over at the man to see him pull out a black folder from his pocket. Curiosity was filling his mind as he peeked his head a little out from behind Kanan in order to see the Pau'an better.

"Here I bring the finished score, Don Juan Triumphant!"

Shivers started to run through Ezra's body as he watched the Pau'an man throw his work down onto the floor while pulling out a sword from his side. The look in the man's eyes showed that he was enjoying himself. His gloved hands gliding along the side of the sword as he walked around in almost a daze. Disgust showed on Ezra's face as he watched the Inquisitor. How could anyone enjoy wanting to hurt people? Or even kill? Just the thought of killing innocent people made the teen's stomach twist and form into knots as he tried moving closer to the warm presence before him.

"Fondest greetings to you all. A few instructions just before rehearsal starts. Zeb must be taught to act, not his normal trick of strutting around the stage. Are Don Juan must lose some weight it's not healthy for a man about his age. And my managers must learn that their place is in an office, not the arts."

The Inquisitor announced as he dangerously walked around the people before him while threatening them with his weapon. No one said a words as they watched the man point his sword straight into one of the Opera House's main singers. Silenced filled the room as everyone held their breath as they watched the Inquisitor push the tip of the sword closer to the inside of the man's stomach, but luck was short for the Pau'an stopped right before he could've stabbed the poor man in the guts. Violet and Derik were in didn't know what to think as they watched the man walk over towards them. The sword was soon pointed straight at them in the face as Derik wrapped his arms around his wife's shivering body in a protective before the Inquisitor backed away from them.

Ezra had just about enough of this as he quickly adverted his eyes away from the scene before him. The Inquisitor was getting closer to him so if he just looked away and didn't make any eye contact then he should be fine. Besides, he couldn't watch the people he loved and cared about be tormented by the man who he thought was his angel. Who had ever heard of an angel killing innocent people for no apparent reason whatsoever? He hadn't that's for sure.

The sound of metal clanking together caught the teen's ears before -

"And as for our star, Mr. Ezra Bridger."

Ezra grew stunned as he heard the mention of his name. Slowly, he turned his head over towards the front to see the Inquisitor looking down at him with a wicked gleam look in his eyes.

"No doubt he'll do his best. It's true, his voice is good. He knows, though should he wish to excel? He has much still to learn. If pride would let him return to me, his teacher. His teacher..."

Silence fell upon the room. No one said a word as they looked upon the two males in front of them. Ezra was speechless as his blue eyes widened slightly by the sudden words that left the Inquisitor's mouth. He was his teacher? As much as the teen didn't want to believe it, he knew it was true. He was his angel of music and it was only him who had taught his voice how to sing like the way he does now.

Blue eyes met amber instantly as time suddenly started to slow down to a pace. Ezra couldn't help but feel mesmerized by the man before him. Instead of feeling fear and nervousness he felt want and longing as he slowly started to make to his way towards the Pau'an. His hand that was once clutched into a tight embrace was now gone and swaying loosely by his side. He couldn't understand what he was feeling as his steps became slower before he was finally in front of the masked man.

The feelings he felt from before when he first met the Inquisitor started to rise up from the surface. The man was nothing but a person to Ezra as the teen's mouth slowly start to turn up into a smile as he stared up at the man happily.

The Inquisitor's face was nothing but pure silence as his eyes gazed at the teen before him. His insides tingled with the power of want as he strongly tried to keep his self-control at bay. The last thing he wanted was to scare the raven away from him so he could go back crawling over to the other man.

A low growl started to form in the Pau'an throat as his amber eyes made a quick glance over towards where his enemy laid. The sight was rather amusing to the man as he watched the other do nothing but glare at the two of them. Perhaps he could have a little fun with this as he slowly started to move his hand over towards Ezra's chest. His grin grew even more as he watched the other start to form his hands into fists.

Everything was perfect until his hand grazed over something.

The Inquisitor's eyes quickly turned over towards where his hand had touched to only see a silver chain placed around the teen's neck. How did he not notice that before? But that wasn't what got the man's attention. No. It was the fact that a silver ring was attached to it.

Anger started to rise up in the man's body as he forcibly took a hold of the ring and quickly stripped it off of the teen's neck. Ezra gave a start as he felt the chain around him snap as he quickly looked down, but to only have his face look back up as the Inquisitor grabbed ahold of the his jaw rather tightly so he was looking straight at him.

"Your chains are still mine! You belong to me!"

Ezra grew stunned as he was forcibly thrown back onto the stairs.

"Ezra!" Kanan shouted as he quickly caught the boy in his hands before his body made contact with the floor.

Ezra gave a start as he quickly reassured himself before standing back onto his feet. What just happened? A minute ago they were just looking at each other and then he pushes him away. 'Why did he get so mad? Don't tell me he –!' Ezra didn't have to finish his thought as he quickly looked down to only see that the ring Kanan gave him was missing. 'No…' the raven thought as he quickly looked up to only freeze in terror.

The Inquisitor's fists clutched tightly around the silver chain as his amber eyes glared venomously up at the teen. Ezra's body shook uncontrollably as he watched the masked man drop down from the floor into the underground levels of the Opera House. Gasps and worried chants filled the room as people watched the mysterious man vanish before them.

Ezra was still frozen stiff as his eyes stayed glued on the spot that once held the Inquisitor's precious. Not even Kanan shaking him could snap him out of his horrid state. Nothing was ever going to be the same again. If only he had just stayed in his room then none of this would've happened! No one would be in danger because of him…not even Kanan…

A curse left Kanan's lips as he stopped shaking Ezra. The boy was even more frightened then the first time he saw him like this, and now he knew why and who had made him this way. A glare started to form on his face as he looked over to the spot where the Pau'an used to stand. The hole in the ground stood emptily before them as the man slowly reached a hand to his side. Just because the Inquisitor had a weapon didn't mean he didn't have one either.

Without a moments' thought, Kanan quickly made a dash towards the hole and dissented down into it.

And done! So how was it? Sorry if the chapter's a little rusty I was in a hurry to finish it, but I hope it's still good. :) Also, some of you guys have been asking me questions in some of the reviews so I decided to answer them now for you.

Q&A

1. Felicity Dream: Are you basing this off of the movie?

Me: Yes, I am actually. But, I'm putting a little twist in it during the future chapters.

2. Rose Quartz: Will there be a kiss between Ezra and the Inquisitor?

Me: Maybe ;)

3. Cute Honey: Can you make an Ezra/Inquisitor story?

Me: Maybe. I was actually thinking about writing one for them and even got an idea for it, but I'm quite sure if I'll go along with it yet. Let me first finish this one then I'll decide on doing it. :)

4. Ezbine: Can Ezra and Kanan have a lemon chapter?

Me: Um...sorry Ezbine but...I'm not really all that comfortable yet with writing a sex scene for Kanan and Ezra (even though they are my favorite pairing). Maybe in the future, like in one of my other stories, but for now I'm not even gonna consider that as a part in the story. Plus, don't you know how red I got when I read your question? GAH! *shacks head wildly while blushing*

And that's it! Thanks for the questions guys. Hopefully I answered them the way you wanted me to so yeah... Please review or PM me if you guys want more of this or just have a certain question you want to ask me. I will answer it in the next chapter if you ask. Also, I don't know when I'll be getting Ch. 9 up here cause I'm starting to have writers block again...ugh... if you guys have some idea that you'd like to see for the Inquisitor's past PM me them if you can it would help me out a lot. Thanks!

Until next time!

Neow~ :3