New Hope
Part 6
"So what's our mission again?" Duo asked as he skimmed the files given to them by Tatsumi. He was lounging on the couch snacking on a bagel. He paused as he read over something. He put his bagel down and read it again. Winner corporations? How does it require investigation? Duo thought suspiciously. He knew Quatre wouldn't warrant something of an extreme investigation from dead-living people, no less.
"Murders are inhumanly possible. It is beyond human explanation. So we have to find out what is going on and put a stop to it," Hisoka answered. "Even your Preventers would be stuck trying to solve this case."
"True. But we wouldn't stop trying. Anyways, what does this have to do with Winner Corporations?" Duo asked suspiciously. Hisoka caught that tone. He didn't really like it. Of course he then remembered that the owner of Winner Corps is an ex-gundam pilot, a friend of Duo's. This case was too personal. Why would Tatsumi assign them this?
"I doubt your theory of us accusing your friend." Hisoka watched the emotions flow through Duo in waves. He felt Duo's recognition of his empathy and telepathy.
"That's an invasion of privacy you know." Duo said dangerously.
Hisoka flinched and unconsciously took a step back. He felt Duo's anger in waves. At the rate it was going, he wasn't going to be able to stay conscious. He doubted Duo listened when he vaguely explained that they weren't blaming his friend for this. Duo abruptly stood up looking at the ground intently. Hisoka was at loss. He could try consulting despite the immense pain it might give him. Hisoka reached to place a hand on Duo's shoulder but Duo seized his wrist before he could. He was shocked and afraid as Duo stared at him. His eyes were cold and empty. Now he couldn't feel anything from Duo. Surely him thinking of the bureau accusing his friend wouldn't cause this type of reaction, would it?
He had to get out.
He tugged to get his wrist free but it just made Duo's grip tighter. He tried prying Duo's fingers off but his free hand was seized also. Hisoka was almost panicking. What happened? Duo just began acting strange.
"Duo… Let me go." Hisoka told him carefully incase he set anything off.
Duo was far from reasoning, he realized. Hisoka found himself pinned on the floor. He didn't like this situation. He struggled trying to get Duo to let him go. It didn't work and he cursed his weak body. He yelled at Duo to let him go. It still didn't work. The more he struggled the harder it became to break off. He panicked and unconsciously sent out a psychic blast, which got Duo off of him and flying a few feet away. This snapped Duo out of his previous state.
He looked around confused until he saw his bleeding hand in the course of healing itself. Then his eyes landed on Hisoka's curled up form. He didn't know what happened. He remembered speaking but then he blanked out. He noticed he'd been having those moments right when he turned eighteen. There were times he went on a mission and completely forgot about it as if he never did it. Plus sometimes his friends would scold him for something he didn't remember doing, like deterring from the original plan.
Had he done something bad?
He gasped and ran over to Hisoka who was sitting up but still hugging himself as if trying to regain his senses. "Hisoka! Are you all right? Did I do somethi-"
"Stop!" Hisoka yelled at him and pushed him away. "Don't touch me. I'll be fine."
"Hisoka, I'm-" He stopped as Hisoka placed a finger to his lips.
"It's fine. It's not like it hasn't happened before…"
Hisoka stood up and went to take a nice hot bath. Duo stared until Hisoka was out of his sight. He lied back on the couch and stared at the ceiling. He thought these moments wouldn't come. The last thing he remembered was talking to Tatsumi about being careful on the mission. Then he couldn't recall anything else. He wouldn't be able to keep his promise to Tatsumi if he continued like this. He was already a danger.
He could figure this out later. Right now he just needed to focus on the mission and hope nothing happens during it. He read through the report gathered and gasped. What does Winner Corps have to do with this?
-X-
Hisoka was annoyed. He looked besides him to see Duo looking around as if entranced by the beauty of L4. Hisoka had to admit it was in better shape than the other colonies. But he knew better and he didn't like it. It had been an hour since they got out of the hotel to look around; Duo had his disguise so it was safe. But since then Duo hadn't uttered a word and it was getting on Hisoka's nerves. With that he stopped and watched as Duo walked a few feet ahead before stopping when he realized he wasn't following.
"Hisoka, what's wrong?" he asked. Hisoka growled in annoyance.
"You should know." Hisoka muttered. "You're quiet."
"Ah sorry about that I'm just thinking at the moment."
"If this thinking has anything to do with earlier or the fact that your friend's company is suspected don't think about it anymore. First, it's fine and understandable, I know about your condition. Second, the bureau does not suspect your friend Quatre Winner. Don't dwell on it too much. Now are you ready to stop being an idiot?" Duo laughed sheepishly. Hisoka had been right on the money.
"Now I am," Duo responded before glomping him. "Thanks Soka-chan!" Hisoka growled in annoyance, but inside he was relieved.
"This glomping has got to stop."
"But don't you miss my hugs? That little brat has been stealing you away from me." Hisoka sighed. Not again. He thought. "Soka-chan, you don't like me anymore!" Hisoka blushed as he noticed the attention of passersby. Hisoka wondered if they ever minded their own business. "Kawaii Soka-chan, you're cute when you blush!"
"Duo, please try not to attract attention…" Hisoka hissed lowly to him.
"You've already forgotten my name! Oh how it hurts me so!" Hisoka looked ready to bolt.
"Remember dear, my name is Yutaka." Hisoka sighed. At least it was an easy name to remember. Who knew Duo would take Watari's first name?
"Fine, Yutaka…" It felt weird on his lips. Duo was much easier to pronounce. "C'mon lets go. We still have this mission to finish." With that Hisoka dragged Duo away from the street and into a bakery. Hisoka fished out some credits and handed it to Duo. "Amuse yourself."
He just got another hug and a "You're the best Soka-chan!" phrase. Hisoka smiled a little as he saw Duo buying as much as he could eat. Hisoka found a secluded booth and waited for Duo to come back. He was sure that he ordered the whole store.
-X-
Cough… Cough…"Will he be fine doctor?" a male asked as he saw the doctor treating his friend.
"It's nothing as serious as you thought. He'll be fine by tomorrow. I suggest he take these," the doctor said handing the male a bottle of pills, "They should help. I'll be going now."
"Thank you… 'cough' Dr. Muraki." The patient said on the bed.
"Always a pleasure Mr. Winner."
-X-
Hisoka stared out the window looking as people passed by. He was waiting for Duo to finish eating and he was correct in Duo buying the whole store. Not literally but you get it. He did wonder where Duo put all of it. Hisoka couldn't deny the fact that he enjoyed it. He couldn't help but feel some sort of pull from Duo. It was just like… Hisoka shook his head. It was different. Muraki backed off without them having to fight.
"Soka-chan, you want some?" Duo asked pointing to the still oncoming sweets. Hisoka felt like throwing up. He shook his head and politely covered his mouth as if attempting to cough. "C'mon Soka-chan! You have to eat. You look starved!" Hisoka shook his head again. "Say 'AH'!" Duo said holding a fork with a piece of cake on it. Hisoka backed away but Duo kept insisting. So he decided to take the bite. "See it wasn't so bad."
"To you." Hisoka responded.
"C'mon Soka-chan…" Hisoka turned out Duo's rambling when he spotted someone walking past the window. What's he doing here? He thought in fear. He noticed the person stop and turned to look at him giving off a smirk before continuing. He stood up. "Soka-chan?" Duo asked.
"I'll be back." Hisoka told him before walking out then running after the person. Duo looked at the door then to his treats. He sighed and took off after Hisoka. His senses told him something dangerous.
Hisoka kept running after him not realizing that Duo was about a block behind him. He made a quick turn as he saw him enter. He paused and walked a little into the deep darkness of the alley. He stopped as he tried to sense where he had gone. He froze as a voice whispered in his ear.
"We keep seeing each other, ne, bouya?"
Hisoka couldn't move as an arm snaked around his waist trapping his arms to his sides and a hand grasping his chin. His head was tilted to the side as he rained kisses on his neck. Hisoka visibly shivered. He didn't like it. The kisses were like poison seeping into his skin. He felt the flare of the curse marks on his body. A scream was caught in his throat.
"Should we relive our first night bouya?"
"I've said it once before. Let him go." Duo said arriving just in time, pointing the barrel of his gun against Muraki's head. Muraki smirked and released his grip. Duo pulled Hisoka to him and placed a protective arm around his shoulders while Hisoka's head rested on his chest. He was in shock.
"I must say Shinigami, you have perfect timing. A God now demoted to a mere Guardian. I'm amazed Enma has the God of Death on a leash." Duo glared at him.
"Shut it."
"You're wondering what I'm doing here. If you must know, I came here as a request from Quatre Winner himself." He took note of Duo's shocked look. "I am a wanted doctor and one of the best despite my rather unfortunate sanity. But you have no worries. Mr. Winner is just fine. He'll be okay tomorrow. If you're thinking I express interest in him there is nothing. He may be an empath but not as sensitive or strong as the one you're holding. Now if you'll excuse me. I have business to attend to."
Muraki began walking away but paused as Duo took off the safety. "Wait. I didn't give you permission to leave." Muraki looked at him.
"You desire my beautiful doll, don't you? Yes, I can see it in your eyes. I guess I can allow you to take care of him while I'm busy." Muraki saw his look. "You know very well you can't turn me in. There is no proof of what I have done. Plus, in this world, you're already dead Duo Maxwell."
Duo cursed under his breath as Muraki left knowing he was right. He glanced down at Hisoka who was now recovering. Surely he was not fine.
"C'mon, we'll go back to the hotel."
TBC---------------
BLK Angel of Destruction: There's chapter six! I hope it wasn't too boring. Thanks for your reviews! I really appreciate them!
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