Chapter 4

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That night, Zero couldn't just fall asleep. He tossed and turned in his bed, unable to stop the dreaded feeling growing in the pit of his stomach. He just knew he would dread the arrival of a new student ― a vampire at that.

Closing his eyes, immediately images flashed of the night four years ago. He gasped, eyes snapping open. Breathing heavily just from the mere thought of what had happened to his family, Zero whimpered. From the nightmare, he thought about what had happened just six months ago (read Smile to understand).

Seeking solace from the one person who he knows will not patronise him, he silently went to HIS room. Having been lovers with the pureblood prince for over six months, Zero knew that Kaname would not be going to class today.

Using vampire abilities, he jumped to Kaname's room. Knocking on the window, he peeked in to see Kaname jumping slightly, then turning over towards the window. When he spotted Zero, the grin that adorned his face immediately made Zero very glad that he had gone to his room instead of anyone else's.

Rushing to open the window, Kaname exclaimed in surprise, "Zero! Why are you here? Did something happen? Do you need anything?"

Almost wanting to blush, Zero said, "I.. Um.. I had another nightmare. So I was wondering..." Zero did not go on, knowing Kaname would understand him. Kaname smiled slightly, opening the window.

Taking that as an invitation to go in, Zero dropped in. And practically... leaped into Kaname's arms.

Despite being delighted by the sudden initiative that Zero was taking, Kaname was slightly worried by the insecurity. Zero nuzzled into his chest, not unlike an animal. Kaname chuckled and carried Zero over to the bed. Knowing that sleep was much needed for him, he laid Zero down, never letting go of the precious person in his arms.

Slipping in with his lover, Kaname covered both of them in the blanket and slowly cooed Zero to sleep, by talking and even singing. Slowly but surely, Zero fell asleep, safe and warm in the arms of his love.

Kaname caressed Zero's hair softly, smiling. He looked down at the relaxed and carefree face that his lover was currently portraying. Kaname couldn't help but want that kind of look to adorn his Zero's face forever; instead of the usual frown. To make sure of this, Kaname silently swore in his mind: Always protect Zero.

Then he laid down and, hugging Zero's waist, fell asleep within moments.

...

The next morning~

Zero moaned, feeling very warm and safe on a very warm pillow which is currently breathing down his neck. His pillow shifted for a while and hugged his waist tighter. He gasped, eyes opened wide.

Wait...

Pillows don't breathe.

Pillows don't move.

Pillows should not... feel so protective.

He glanced down. And...

Smiled.

Oh it was just Kaname and his antics even while sleeping. Ooh... The pureblood looked harmless and, dare he say, cute. The long eyelashes that framed his currently closed eyes. The high cheekbones which made his face looked that much more handsome. The dark curls that, albeit it looking harsh and curly, was soft to the touch and silky. And... The pink lips which looked so very ...

Ahh!

What was he thinking?

Kaname is not cute! And he was definitely not cool... But he looked sexy and ... Shuddap! Goddamn conscience!

A sound of amusement called him out of his reverie. He looked downwards and saw a slight grin on the face of the dark-haired person. Thinking that he had been caught admiring said person, he quickly jumped away, flustered. However, all Kaname did was grunt and tried to turn over. Zero sighed in relief.

In the spur of the moment with his heart bursting with love, he said, "I love you." Then, with a blush dusting his cheeks, he got off the bed and went to the bathroom, not noticing he eyes that was staring intensely after him, a grin appearing on the owner's face.

...

After Zero had taken a refreshing bath and had come out of the bath, feeling entirely warm and comfortable, he sat back onto the bed where Kaname was seemingly 'asleep'. Jumping slightly when arms encircled his waist from behind, he turned around and saw Kaname grinning at him.

Expecting that as it was normal, he did not expect what came out next.

"I love you too." Zero jumped and almost fell off the bed. He stared at the person who said those words to him.

"Wha... What... Why would you say that?" Zero stumbled over his words, praying to god that Kaname did not hear what he said before.

"Aww... Zero, you hurt my feelings. You just said that to me and now you won't even let me return the sentiments." It was evidently a statement and not a question, causing Zero to blush bright red.

Instead of dawdling, also to prevent his blush from being seen, Zero quickly tidied up and got ready to meet the new student.

Sheesh... That chairman... He didn't even tell him the name of the new student. And why day class... Sheesh...

He got ready and was about to leave the room when Kaname came up to hug him again. "Don't leave."

He sighed. Kaname could be oh-so-persistent sometimes and this is probably one of the times. He gently tried to pry the arms off his waist. That didn't work, obviously not. Then, he forcefully tried to escape from the tight grasp. However, when he was given a pitiful, puppy look, he immediately stopped all signs of struggle.

He sighed again. He turned around and spoke to Kaname, "There's a Nig.. Day Class student coming so I have to greet him and bring him around school. Kaname, let me go. Please."

"You know you can tell me even though it's a vampire but in the Day Class. I can sense him since he's almost here." Kaname opened one eye to glance up at Zero while resting his chin on his shoulder. Zero blushed slightly, having been exposed. Kaname smiled.

"Well then, off you go!" Kaname said, unhanding Zero from the hug and letting him go. Zero smiled, thankful for the understanding.