AN: I'm sorry this chapter is split up so much, I just couldn't think of mass segments to write. But anyway, there'll only be either one or 2 chapters after this, so enjoy this one, and reviews are nice :D
-Happy Beginnings-
Kai lazily opened his eyes, blinking a few times to adjust to the light. He'd rolled over onto his back during the night, and was now facing the ceiling. Rei was still asleep by his neck, arms loosely wrapped around Kai's waist. One of Kai's arms was behind Rei's head, the other one taking hold of Rei's hand by his side. Kai gently stroked the back of Rei's neck, causing him to stir in his sleep, screwing up his eyes. He slowly opened them, blinking a couple of times, before sliding his look up to Kai's face, smiling. Kai smiled back, and squeezed Rei's hand tightly.
"Good morning, chibi."
Rei nuzzled into Kai's neck, kissing it softly. "Good morning Kai..."
"We need to get up Rei. I've got a job in Kyoto all day, remember?"
Rei made some sort of whining noise, muttering something about "5 more minutes" and "Harajuku cosplayers".
"Rei, now. Come on."
Kai pulled himself free from Rei's arms and slid out of the bed. He took a fresh pair of boxers from Rei's drawers and pulled them on, giving Rei a "Now." look, before leaving Rei's room and heading for his own.
Rei curled up in the covers, desperate for more sleep.
"Now Rei!" Kai shouted from his room.
Rei groaned loudly and rolled out of the bed, thumping onto the floor.
"Stupid Kai..." He muttered to himself.
Rei untangled himself from the covers and went to rooting around in his wardrobe for some clothes. He found a worn-out pair of jeans and a ripped t-shirt. Grabbing a pair of clean boxers from his still open drawers, he got dressed and head out into the kitchen.
-Breakfast as Usual-
His coffee was already on the table, along with a plate of toast.
"Oh, you're up?" Kai asked, smirking by the toaster.
"Yes, thank you." Rei stuck his tongue out at him, and Kai replied in the same manner. "Thanks for the breakfast."
He sat down, immediately taking a sip of coffee, feeling the warmth slide down his throat. He hummed in satisfaction. Kai walked over, mug in hand, and sat opposite Rei.
"When do you leave?" Rei asked, mixing his coffee with a spoon.
"The train's in an hour, so in about 10 minutes."
"Okay." Rei finished his cup of coffee, munching down the last piece of his toast, clearing the plate into the sink and heading back into his room. Kai too finished his coffee, but then followed Rei.
He was crouched over his iPod dock, flicking his thumb around the selector wheel, clicking the button occasionally. He eventually found a song, and turned the volume up on the speakers. He clicked play, and there was nothing for a few moments. But then, a steady sound began to get louder, and Rei took Kai by the shoulder with one hand, and pulled him close with the other arm, wrapping it around his waist.
Kai smiled when he realised what Rei was doing. He'd asked Kai to dance with him at a club they were at a week ago to a certain song, and Kai had declined, much to Rei's disappointment. But now he was getting his dance, and Kai was more than happy to oblige this morning. He mirrored Rei, one hand on his shoulder and the other wrapped around his waist. The vocals began to play:
Last night, I had a dream about you...
In this dream, I'm dancing right beside you...
They were slowly swaying, bodies pressed close together, Rei resting his head on Kai's chest, and Kai resting his head on Rei's.
And it looked, like everyone was having fun.
The kind of feeling, I've waited so long.
Don't stop, come a little closer...
As we jam, the rhythm gets stronger.
Rei had taken to squeezing Kai ever so slightly, and Kai shut his eyes, imagining it was back on that night, and the club dancefloor was full of other couples doing the same, slow dancing.
There's nothing wrong, with just a little fun...
We were dancing all night long.
The time is right, to put my arms around you.
You're feeling right; you wrap your arms around too...
The lights were turned down low, just bright enough to see where your feet are. Rei was pulled tightly in Kai's body, the two almost melted together.
But suddenly, I feel the shining sun.
Before I knew it, this dream was all gone...
Kai slowly opened his eyes, back to reality. Rei had gently taken hold of the fabric of Kai's shirt, squeezing it gently. Kai held Rei tighter to him, almost in reassurance.
Oooh... I don't know what to do...
About this dream and you.
I wish this dream comes true...
The song continued its slow rhythm, until the guitar kicked in, and Kai felt Rei swing his hips a little faster than he was doing earlier. He followed his lead, and swung in the same direction, with just the right amount of force to perfectly mirror the other teen.
Why don't you play the game...?
The song ended, and Rei slowed down, eventually coming to a still. Kai could hear quiet sobs, and he pulled Rei's face up. He was indeed crying, and Kai wiped away the visible tears with his thumb.
"What's wrong chibi?"
"Oh, nothing. I just always cry when I hear this song. It reminds me so much of the time I used to have a crush on you, all those years ago. I'd dream about you every night."
"Really?"
"Yeah, it was kind of sad, looking back on it. But it paid off, and I eventually pulled up the courage to ask you out. I didn't even know you liked guys."
"I remember that moment. You looked so timid and shy when you walked up to me. I was leant on the wall, watching you. And then your voice was so quiet and fragile..."
"Yeah... now look at me."
Kai laughed and kissed Rei's forehead. "I'd better finish getting ready. I'll be leaving soon."
Rei nodded and slowly let go of Kai, returning to his iPod to turn it off. When he looked back round, Kai was at the door, smirking.
"What?"
"You've put your boxers on the wrong way round."
"How..?"
"Your jeans ride down your ass, and your boxers are on backwards."
"Thanks Kai."
-Time to Go-
"Will you be okay all day without me?"
"Yeah, I'll survive. I've got archery to practise anyway."
"Okay. I'll see you tonight. I'll be home around 11."
Rei nodded. "Okay." He leaned forward and quickly kissed Kai, feeling a little push back from Kai. "Love you!"
"Love you too Rei!" Kai smiled as he left the apartment, and Rei shut the door behind him. He leaned against it for a moment, before kicking himself off it and heading to get his bow and quiver.
-Practise makes Perfect-
"Kyaa!"
Rei released his fingers, sending the arrow flying through the air. It pierced the target a few centimetres from the edge of the bulls-eye.
"Nearly Rei. You're hitting a bulls-eye every 5 arrows or so, which is a good improvement for you. Keep going, I'm sure we can knock it down again."
Rei's trainer was stood behind him, watching him. Rei nodded, and pulled another arrow from his quiver, setting it on his finger and pulling back the bow-string. He closed one eye, and aimed. Rei released his fingers again, firing the arrow. This one shot true, firing into the red ring of the bull.
"Well done Rei; that one was on your 3rd shot. Keep it up."
Rei nodded again, and prepared another shot.
-Training's Finished, Boys-
Rei began to make his way home, through the bustling streets of south Shibuya. He stopped at a candy store to buy Pocky and marshmallows, and then at a street stand to buy a small bowl of calamari, before finally grabbing a pack of noodles for Kai's meal when he got back. He eventually reached the crossroad park, where he turned right and took the last few streets to their apartment.
-The Comfort of Home-
Rei placed the bags on the kitchen counter as he walked in, kicking off his shoes. He almost called out to Kai, but then remembered he wasn't in the apartment. Rei took a box of Pocky from one of the bags, and went into the lounge area with his calamari as well. He switched the TV on, flicking through the channels, settling on an anime channel, watching re-runs of old Pokémon episodes. He finished eating his calamari, and put the bowl down on the table, before curling into himself and leaning back on the sofa.
-I Call a Meeting-
Kai was bored out of his mind.
This has to be the stupidest meeting I've ever been to. There is actually no point to it, at all.
He tried to look at least a little interested as the head of some law firm he'd never heard of before talked about decreasing fees and increasing staff or something like that. The meeting was finally adjourned and the 15 members present were dismissed. Kai immediately headed for the coffee machine, desperately fighting the urge to run there, remembering where he was. He jammed his money into the machine and pressed the button for a strong black coffee as soon as his coins had dropped in. The cup dropped into its holder, and Kai watched the black liquid pour into it with anticipation. He hadn't had coffee all day, and it was nearing 4 in the afternoon. He wandered back over to where the other lawyers were stood, around the biscuit trolley.
"...so I heard. Hey, did any of you pay attention during that meeting?"
"Nope. Didn't hear a word after "Good afternoon" to be honest."
"Was really kinda boring. What was it supposed to be about, anyway?" Kai stepped in.
"I think it was an upgrade to Tokyo's law and police facilities, like a funding increase or something." The lawyer stood across him answered.
"Ah right. Sounds interesting."
The lawyers nodded in agreement, and then another suited man appeared behind the group.
"If you'd all like to follow me, we have one final meeting today."
Kai could see all the lawyers hold in groans as they turned to follow the man, Kai included.
-Back in Shibuya-
Rei had turned the TV off and was now reading in his bedroom. He'd taken his t-shirt off and was sitting on top of the bed, pillows piled up behind him. He quickly glanced at the clock. It was just turning 6 o'clock. Looking out of the window, it was already getting dark, and street lights were turned on all down the road. Rei yawned, stretching out. He was so tired, but he really wanted to stay awake for Kai's return. Yet as he thought this, he could feel his eyes closing. It was only 6 o'clock, but sleep eventually overcame willpower and he fell asleep.
-By 10 O'clock that Night-
Kai was on the train back to Tokyo. He'd decided to take a normal train rather than the Shinkansen, as he felt tired and wanted at least a little nap before getting home. The announcer constantly told him of the passing stations. He knew where his stop was, the 10th from Kyoto. About an hour and a half. He rang Rei, but there was no answer.
He must have fallen asleep. It is getting late.
Kai looked up at the lights indicating the location, if only to pass the time. He soon began to drift off, however, and he finally fell asleep, if only for an hour.
-Late Night Visits-
There was a tremendous bang on the door. Rei stirred in his sleep. And then another loud bang, followed by glass shattering. Rei woke up, eyes wide.
What the fuck?
He pulled his t-shirt from earlier, and glanced at the clock. It was 5 past 11. Kai should've been home by now. Fearing the worst, Rei found something sharp, the only thing close enough was a pair of arrows from his quiver on the wall. Carefully opening the door, he stepped into the darkness of the apartment. He noticed immediately the broken window, and the rope hanging outside of it.
Burglars? Why didn't the alarm go off...? Shit! I forgot to set the sensors!
Rei ran to the alarm box, noting that it wasn't armed.
You dumbfuck.
Rei clutched the arrows in his hand tightly, heading into the kitchen. He heard rustling of feet and clothing, and cupboards being opened and closed.
"Hey!"
Rei turned quickly. One of the robbers had spotted him, and was pushing the other one around to see him. Rei ran back out of the kitchen, but momentarily forgot the layout of the room in the darkness, and ran into a wall. He turned around, and heard the cock of a pistol. He gasped, and felt the barrel press against his chest.
"Now then, you're gonna be a good boy, and stay quiet, ya hear me?"
Rei nodded, forgetting about the arrows in his hand. He stayed still for a minute or two, hearing the other man go around the apartment, taking expensive items from all over the place. He eventually cracked, and ducked under the man in front of him, running to his bedroom. The gun was fired, but the bullet missed, splintering the doorframe. Rei collapsed to the floor, curling up and whimpering. He felt the man step up to him, and heard him snigger.
"End of the line, boy. Should have done as we said, huh? It was simple enough."
Rei screamed, and the gun fired a second time.
-At the Station-
The train pulled into Shibuya Station, and Kai disembarked, rubbing his eyes, still tired. He left the platform and then the station itself, arriving just outside the park in front of the courts. He gave a quick glance at the building, before turning and heading to his apartment.
Walking along the streets, he looked up at the apartment block, and noticed that one of the lights in the penthouse was on, and he could swear there was a rope hanging outside. He sped up a little, getting to the front gates quickly. He took the lift straight up, and when the doors opened, a harsh wind swept over him.
Fucking cold...
He walked into the main area of the apartment, and then noticed the small table lamp left on, and the broken window. The rope had now gone, if it was ever there.
"Rei, I'm home!"
No answer.
He must still be asleep.
Kai began to walk to Rei's room, but stopped when he smelt blood. He looked around, and noticed that there was a significantly large gap in the wall where his TV used to sit. Burgled.
Great.
He continued to head for Rei's room, until his foot hit something solid. He looked down, and nearly fainted. Rei was curled up, completely still. Kai fumbled on the wall for a light switch, eventually finding it. He clicked the lights on, and the shock that hit him was too much to take. He collapsed to his knees, mouth agape in horror, eyes wide. Rei was lying in a pool of his blood, still seeping from a bullet wound on the side of his head. His eyes were open, frozen in fear.
"Who did this, Rei? Who did it, huh?"
O DUN DUN! Shock ending! And an awful cliffhanger. I'll write the next chapter as soon as!