Rain and Warmth

By: Metamorcy

The fourth one-shot of the series, it was raining on the weekend so I just took the idea from that.

Disclaimer: Don't own anything

The town of Baticul had a spell of rain and sleep over cast the area, the place flooded by four inches of water, no stopping insight. Lighting flashed in the clouds continuously frightening any person or animal that remained underneath without any cover. Thunder rang following after each light that flared up above, rattling the windows and rooftops. Luke glanced outside; the group had stopped at his house for cover after meeting the king, in the end they had all opt to stay. The rooms had been made, the maids running around while soldiers stood still like statues, not responding unless asked. Luke pressed his hand against the window, his warm breath fogged up the glass. It suddenly started shaking the moment a thunder boomed loudly but it didn't seem to startle the replica, he was concentrating on something else.

"So Guy hasn't come back yet?" A voice came from behind, it was female and old. Luke turned giving a warm smile to his mother who was sauntering closer. She tilted her head; the dark red hair flowed over the shoulder. He went back to the window; his own worried expression hadn't so much as left his face.

"No, not yet." Luke grumbled not taking his eyes off the glass hoping to see the familiar blond hair and orange jacket. Guy had left a few hours earlier, going out for a quick walk seeing as the rain had lightened up for a moment but that quickie made Luke fill with concern. His feet were swinging on the chair, back and forth like an impatient child when bored and groaned to him self. The place was quiet; it was as if everyone had fallen asleep from the downpour. No one was outside, the cold heavy rain pouring out onto the streets continuously. Luke stood up, strolling over to his mother with a determination in his eyes. "I'm a bit worried. Can I go out and look for him, I promise not to get wet and to bring an umbrella?"

Susanna's expression changed to worry for a second before resigning. There was no going against those green eyes; they said that they were going. "Alright, I'll let you; just make sure you don't get wet."

"Thanks mother." Luke ran to the door, giving a wave to his mother before stepping outside grabbing two umbrellas and a large coat. The door closed behind him, Luke glanced around, the place was empty even the soldier that that usually stood in front of the gate was gone. A cold wind breezed through making Luke shiver, his skin growing goose bumps and his teeth chatter. Quickly wrapping the coat around his body, he started rubbing his hands together trying to get some warmth back into them. He opened the umbrella, placing it up above his head and ran out into the storm. The rain beat at the top, pluming itself to the side where it dripped off to meet its siblings. Luke avoided any puddles, going around them so that the water wouldn't get on his shoes and feet. Jogging down the stairs, he glanced both ways to see if anyone was using the elevators on either side. None, they were empty and unused. Luke went to the edge of the railing, the metal was cold; some of the water had turned to ice and was slippery. He leaned over, gazing out if he could spot Guy anywhere down below. Still nothing. He took the longest way, taking the elevator on the left, eyes peering side to side, hope and determination still there pushing him forward.

"Guy?" He called out once he reached the bottom, running around before heading to the next level, the third and main one. The replica did the same thing as before calling out each turn he took, emerald pools sharp. His voice was drowned out by the rain and the sound of the pitter patter, the downpour was getting heavier. Luke sighed, his throat hurt, the cold air biting at the inside of his lungs. He began wandering the area while keeping a quick eye on the elevators and ground. There wasn't much to see, all the places had closed down from the storm; it looked dark and gloomy like a ghost town. All the windows were bolted up from the strong winds that would snatch away any warmth that was created. Luke pulled the coat tighter and the umbrella lower, the current had picked up. The coat tails flapped wildly, his red hair slapped him in the face. The wind made it harder for him to hold him self down to solid ground without being pushed back a few steps. He glanced through the rainstorm; it was harder than before, moving back and forth now.

The replica turned the corner heading to a different area and spotted the person he needed the most. "Guy!" It was indeed him, cowering under an outstretched hanger waiting patiently for the rain to pause once more. He was curled up in a ball trying to conserve heat, his head lying on his legs. The blond hair fell over the arms hiding anything underneath; the fingers were pale, almost white. Luke went over, noticing that the blond hadn't even glanced up from the spot. "Guy?"

A soft breath answered him; Guy had fallen asleep from the wait. The replica sighed; strolling over to Guy's left side and sat down, shifting closer. The umbrellas were closed and tossed to his side so that they wouldn't get in his way. He shivered as another breeze came in, wondering why Guy wasn't cold and moved closer. When they're bodies made contact, Guy instantly woke up, head shooting up with a startled expression. He almost jumped up and reach for his sword if he hadn't recognized the bright red hair.

"Luke?" Guy calmed down, gazing over to the replica. "What are you doing out here?"

"I came to get you. It's been two hours since you left. I was getting worried." Luke stared out into the rain, the two umbrellas laid forgotten next to him. When he touched the skin, he flinched at the coldness, Guy was freezing. Luke pulled the fingers in, putting them inside his coat trying to get some color back in when he thought they seemed warm enough he let go. He gave a light hearted smile and went to stare at Guy's face. "Seems like you fell asleep while waiting."

The blond nervously laughed, scratching the back of his head with his right hand. "Yeah, two hours is quite a long time." He cranked his head back, it was sore and aching but the sleepiness from before hadn't even so left his mind. Guy tried to suppress a yawn but it escaped before he could do anything.

The younger boy reached up taking the right side of Guy's face and tugged him closer so he was leaning on the shoulder. "Here sleep on me. I brought two umbrellas but I think we can wait a little longer. There's no need to rush in getting sick."

The blond swordsmen smirked, taking up on that offer, burying his face into the neck. It was so warm and he savored it, rubbing his check against the skin. He smelled the sweet scent and smiled when Luke blushed at the contact, his arms wrapping around the smaller frame. "I think that'll keep me warm for a while."

Luke sighed, carefully and without shifting Guy, took the coat off. He maneuvered it around his lover drawing it close together so that no space was seen between them. The Gardios shifted, moving closer to the other body for warmth and kissed the other on the check. The red on Luke's face deepened and he leaned over, resting his head on top of the other, closing his eyes. The music of the rain lured them both to sleep, luckily the wind didn't change the direction or else the water would be getting on their feet. Their contact with each other keep them company, the puffs of steam appeared in front of their faces. It was peaceful; no one would be there to pester them. They got all cozy together, neither wanting to get out, it felt so good. Time passed quickly but the rain didn't stop and it seemed to be getting worse at each passing second. Luke opened his eyes hearing footsteps approaching, the splashing of puddles and the clicking of boots. It even woke the half-awake Guy, lifting his head up from the shoulder.

"Well so this is where you two were?" The voice was sharp and deep, more powerful and perhaps scarier than the storm that was still raging around them. There was a humorous tone inside and a snicker. The two gazed up at the newcomer recognizing the blue military uniform and long brown hair. Jade smirked; one hand holding up an umbrella of his own while the other was inside one of the pockets, the hand kept temperate.

"Jade, what are you doing here?" Guy asked lifting his head up higher to get a better look, his hair tickling against the neck.

"Well the over-protective, I mean, the poor mother was getting so worried that her dear baby haven't come back yet that she went and asked me to go out and drag him back." Jade smiled, standing still; it seemed as if the liquid couldn't touch him like there was some kind of invisible force field. Even the cold didn't affect him just like the heat of the volcano the last time the group had gone. His hair fluttered as the wind blew and the red eyes were as sharp as ever. There was no point in arguing back with someone they couldn't beat. "I had no choice but to go, Tear, Anise and Natalia had all gone to the castle today, pity."

"So I guess we have to go back now, huh?" Luke groaned, pulling himself away from the other but the coat remained wrapped around Guy. The cold hit his bare skin full force; he shivered uncontrollably, his skin crawling. Luke rubbed his arms together; blowing into the palms, trying to warm him self up with the constant friction but the wind stole it away each time. Wearing a short sleeve light coat and a black tank top wasn't really winter material, and his belly button was going numb from the cold. The blond noticed that and reacted by jumping up and wrapping the coat around the red head; he didn't need anyone of them getting sick. His arm went around the shoulder, pulling Luke in close snuggling together. The warm breaths appeared like mist in front of their faces then faded away with the breeze. Jade strolled over to the side, seeing as the two won't be able to move much, and bended down to get the two umbrellas that lay on the floor. He tossed one over to the couple, Guy reacted first catching it with his free hand and opened it up above their head so the rain wouldn't make contact. Luke glimpsed up at Jade then to Guy with a smile, tilting his head to the side, there was a light flush on the bridge of his nose. Jade headed off first, turning to head back to the elevator without even turning to look to see if the two were even following.

"Hey Jade." Luke called out, the two rushed to the older man's side, their movements evened out. The two's breathes were faster so the mist in front of the faces grew bigger at each huff. "How come you're not cold? You're just wearing your uniform right?'

Guy silently groaned from beside him, already guessing about what was going to happen next. It was going to be sarcastic and strange, he just knew it.

"Oh it's a secret, but I'll be nice and give it away." Jade had a serious face with his now taken out hand, pushed the glasses up. The other unopened umbrella was swinging in his hand that as already out. Guy had a shocked expression; Jade was actually going to tell! The couple leaned in waiting for the answer, watching the necromancer carefully. "It's M-A-G-I-C!"

A twitch came from the blond, he had fallen for it once again just like the time with the so called fontech knife. Luke, however, being oblivious as usual, questioned it. Actually he had known that there was a possibility that Jade might be playing around but decided to believe him for once. "Magic? How so?"

Guy sighed, wrapping his arms around the smaller frame, trying to protect him from the evilness of the man. "Luke don't listen to him, he's just playing with your head."

The replica blinked his emerald pools, confused but went along not wanting to get into an argument or more confused.

Guy sneered at Jade who looked amused watching the two lovers interact. "Jade, don't go telling him this sort of thing."

The necromancer laughed putting his hand back into the pocket. "Now, now I was just joking, there's no need to yell. I'm an old man after all, I can hear just fine without all that screaming."

Luke glanced up at his friend with a cute face that made the Gardios relax and forget about the previous argument. The taller one leaned in capturing the lips for a passionate kiss somewhat forgetting that Jade was right there watching with a smile. The kiss was short but sweet with the two staring at each other afterwards and as Luke glanced over to the smiling necromancer, he yanked slightly back, bright red just like his hair.

"L-Lets go." Luke stuttered, grabbing Guy's hand and pulled them forward, feeling somewhat embarrassed, it wasn't because of the kiss though. The rain began to stop, the clouds moving over so that some sunlight could get through and warm up the atmosphere. The two lovers stepped on the elevator, zooming up to the next level leaving Jade in their dust. The necromancer closed his ruby eyes; his smile unfaltered and strolled across the stone floor twisting the umbrella in his hand. He took another step forward, heading up the stairs, his boots splashing into the endless puddles, the concentrated water that covered the entire area. The liquid however didn't get on his boots, pushed aside even as he took the next step, Jade's long brown hair swooshed side to side until he stopped at the other elevator. It was the one that went up to the top in one go; it seems that Jade was still going to have fun teasing the two. The red hair visible on the next level along with the blond one, oh yes; he was going to have fun. He stepped on the elevator and went up with a grin.

Almost done, just one more left. Yay! I should be able to get the next one out sooner than this time. Sorry about being late, hope you'll forgive me. Is it me or are these all getting shorter?