Hatori came back still unable to find the girl his worry going back to Akito who was still in the room with the other zodiac waiting for him to return. The dragon entered the room talking with the dog first wanting another distraction. After the dog ran off distracting the members of the zodiac Hatori moved over picking Akito up into his arms. "We still haven't found Tohru yet, but I want you to rest right now and get out of these wet clothes." The dragon spoke softly taking him away to his room. He used his foot to slide the door open, but stopped seeing the girl fast asleep in Akito's bed.
There was a moment of panic running through Akito as his mind tipped on possibilities of where she would be. But he willed them to stop before they upset him more than he already was. By now he was physically and emotionally drained and just wanted the night to end. It wasn't shaping out to be an ideal New Year at all. Closing his eyes he nestled his face against the rooster who supported him silently and obediently. Just as he was wondering where Hatori was, as it was taking a very long time for him to return, he felt himself being lifted up. Quite effortlessly on on the other's part. Blinking in surprise at first, he let his eyes slide shut once more when he confirmed it was Hatori's arms he was cradled in. Akito was almost tempted to doze right there until he felt Hatori stop shortly after entering what he knew to be his own room. Peering up questioningly he noticed Hatori's attention focused elsewhere. Following the dragon's gaze languidly his eyes suddenly snapped open again. There she was. Scrambling out of Hatori's arms almost too fast for the other to set him down gently he hurried over to his bed. Kneeling down in front of Tohru he ignored the presence of the doctor who followed closely behind. Taking Tohru's hand in his own he was immediately relieved that it wasn't the cold little thing he'd held before. "Tohru..." He uttered but then had his shoulder touched by Hatori, who obviously wanted to reprise her condition for himself.
Moving to the side he let Hatori near her, trying to suppress the odd mixture of emotions flooding in. He was too delirious and tired now to be mad that she made him worry. Wincing at the headache all his worrying gave him he folded his arms and let his head rest on them. By the sound of her slow peaceful breathes he didn't need to look to know that she was, for the most part, alright. "She seems fine... Just exhausted from the harsh conditions outside... She must have been out for a while." Sure enough Hatori confirmed that thought and he remained sitting there quietly.
The frail girl's aqua eyes slowly opened as her chestnut hair rolled down her cheek behind her as she looked to the God. "... Akito-sama... Are you ok you should get back with your family..." All this time even in her unconscious state she was worried about the boy who had come to see her to take the time away from his family just for her. "... Akito-sama I'm sorry that I left my room and made you worry... I just wanted to spend new years with my mother... just like when I was little... She's the only family I have beside you Akito-sama..." She spoke softly as she smiled her lips chapped and blistered from being out in the snow so long, but everything seemed fine about her. That was in her nature even if she was in pain she would never allow him to know.
Tempted to look up once he heard the soft chime of her voice over the drone of his tumultuous thoughts he decided against it. Heaven forbid she or the other one in the room catch a glimpse of his face and see in his expression how distressed he had been when he was hesitant to admit it to himself. Although, he calmed more and more as she spoke. Understanding, somehow, her words which he never would have before if something terrible hadn't occurred. And she was absolutely right. He should be with his family. There were still a couple of hours before sunrise and no matter how fatigued he was he couldn't miss it. He would never miss being with his beloved jyuunishi at the moment of the dawn if he was able. "I know..." He mumbled softly, not even sure in his voice would escape the cage of his folded arms. "I should have paid more attention.." He'd said more to himself. He would be more watchful in the future. At least to spare himself the grief. Lifting his head and standing up slowly he looked down at the girl and nodded slightly. "Rest well for now." Then turning quickly he went to fetch some dryer clothes from the closet before leaving to change in another room. Hatori would be sure to follow after he was finished up doing whatever he could for Tohru.
Hatori pulled sheets out from Akito's wardrobe covering Tohru with the thick blankets. It was so hard for him to know the girl for so long, but to her it was a mere few months since her memories had been taken from her mind. "Hatori-san make sure Akito-sama doesn't fall ill because of my idiocy."
Hatori petted her head gently pushing her back to rest. "Just rest Tohru before long Akito will be in here resting with you." He was use to seeing her asleep in Akito's room sleeping right beside the God he knew Akito would never do anything 'bad with her.'
"I'm going to do something that'll make Akito-sama all better now then he'll be able to stay with me and be my family as long as he lets me." She was smiling brightly as Hatori got up.
"Ok Tohru for now I want you to rest." Hatori made sure she was good and comfortable before leaving the room with a thin blanket for Akito for when he got colder in the main room with all the other members. "Are you ready Akito?" He spoke softly looking in on the God in the other room.
Completely unaware of the exchange that was happening in the room he'd left he proceeded in changing. Akito had just finished slipping on and fixing up new robes that resembled the ones he had on before, only not as decorative. Turning his attention to the other he nodded and left the room shortly with Hatori at his side. Soon enough he was back with the others. Shigure being relieved to free of his tasks came to sit near Akito. "Ah... You look great. I assume everything is alright then?" The dog whispered.
Despite how the man portrayed himself, he was clever and nothing could be hidden from him. "Humph... Of course.. Not that it concerns you." Akito replied quickly, feeling more refreshed as the moments past. Maybe it was the bond that made him stronger... Seeing as how they were all now together as such a critical time was nearing. Dawn was about to break and two servants were going to open to shutters and curtains that would allow the first light into the room. The dog knew more than to bother further and sat quietly. More time passed and he watched how the sky turned from a deep blue to a warm amber. Squinting as his eyes gazed out the closest window he thought of the girl laying in his room. 'How strange...' He'd pondered to himself, that she of all people would be the one on his mind...
Tohru opened her eyes when she knew they had left. She slipped out from beneath the heavy blankets to the window sliding the curtains open so she could watch the new years day break, she would be alone this year. She trailed her hands away heading back to the bed to watch from the warmth of the covers her eyes filled with sadness she didn't like the fact that he had left her alone again, the only man she trusted now. She didn't like feeling jealous of the family that was able to be with him on such an important day. She let out a low sigh as her head hit her pillow watching the ember sky now. "... I'll wait up for him and do something to show him how much I care about him..."
The chit-chat never ceased through-out the rest of the jyuunishi as the dawn broke. Although it got lively with everyone else whispering what they'd hoped to achieve with the new start. Akito listened silently, keeping quieter than he had in the past years even though nobody else took notice. With the sun filtering through the glass freely it was now well past dawn. Feeling the heavy burden off all that happened through the night he was ready to retire to his room. Getting up slowly he bid a short farewell to each of the others before allowing Hatori to guide him back to his room. Stopping at the door he turned to hug the dragon briefly to thank him. The always understanding doctor hugged back and left Akito with short words. 'Sleep well'. Now free of all responsibilities he entered his room and slid the door shut quietly. He had no idea if the girl was still able to remain conscious for so long, so he moved silently. Padding across the room he moved into his bed, setting down on his knees beside the girl.
The girl tilted her head up to the god her azure eyes looking into his dark navy orbs. "... What do you hope to achieve this year Akito-sama?" She spoke softly as she pushed herself up into a sitting position knelt directly in front of him as she leaned in kissing his forehead before sitting back on her knees. "My mother use to do that for me when we watched the sunrise on new years." She wasn't sure if he would be upset with her for doing that, but she felt the need to do so. "... Did you have fun with your family I bet you had a wonderful time getting reacquainted with one another?" She smiled her stupid goofy way as she tilted her head her auburn strands sliding over her shoulders.
Pausing in surprise as the seemingly sleeping girl rose from her rest he froze into place, his hands resting in his lap. "..." Hope to achieve? He was baffled; nobody had bothered to ask him that question since Akira had left so he didn't bother thinking of something. Strangely, Akito worried about Tohru's previous injuries that of course were inflicted by him, as she got up. Then when the kiss was placed on his forehead he didn't even bother to wonder about what would prompt such an action and instead enjoyed the warmth and just closed his eyes. Enjoying the pure affection he craved. Opening his eyes once more when he heard her cheerful voice he responded in a low whisper. "Yes... It was wonderful..." Even if it wasn't he spouted the words he knew she would be happy to hear, not even sure why he would make such a lie. Instead he concentrated more on the being before him. So full of life and energy despite all the life that had been taken away from her. A small smile crept onto his face then he continued in his usual low tone. "Hatori... He would be upset if we didn't rest." Laying down and wiggling under the covers he laid aside Tohru. Hesitantly reaching out and taking her hand he let his eyes fall shut again. "What do you hope to achieve this year...?" He murmured, feeling sleep grasping his consciousness instantly yet tried his best to hold off while he waited her answer.
"To save your life Akito-sama." She laid down snuggling beneath the covers moving close to his body for warmth her head resting on his shoulder her eyes closing slowly. "... I don't want you to leave me you're the only one I have Akito-sama... You never told me what you wanted to achieve... Its ok if you don't wish to I would understand..." She whispered into his ear as she ran her fingers threw his dark strands.
Feeling her snuggle closer he didn't resist. In fact, he enjoyed it to the fullest. The warmth that he couldn't achieved from the dutiful Hatori or the nearly robotic Kureno. Her words somehow sunk into his mind which were already clouding with his dreams.. Or more than often, nightmares. He would not leave her. It seemed like something Hatori would appreciate.. The fact that he was now able to take at least a little responsibility. Sighing contently at the gentle fanning of her breath at his ear. he took a slow breath as her fingers passed through his hair. Akito murmured offhandedly before letting the darkness of his dreams completely consume him. " I want... Want to change..."
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