"Hey Dei-cha~n." Hidan cooed, slinging an arm around his brother's shoulder once he arrived at the bar.
"Ugh, great. What made you drink this time, hm?" Deidara groaned as Hidan began to weigh him down.
"He was saying something about his psychiatrist's wedding." Zetsu shrugged, pouring him another glass which Deidara snatched from the drunk.
"You know he's not supposed to drink more than one of these in public." He hissed, handing the glass to Sasori for safe-keeping.
"Hey now... He paid." Zetsu pouted, defending himself.
"I'm no match for him, man." Hidan cried, burying his face into Deidara's shirt, "I don't wanna like Kakuzu."
"Sasori, get Kisame, quick, hm." Deidara instructed and Sasori darted off, "It's okay, big brother, I'll make sure we get you somewhere safe, un." He soothed, petting Hidan's head as was routine once Hidan drank.
"'Safe'?" He echoed, sniffing.
Kisame arrived as Deidara nodded his head and watched Hidan close his eyes. Quickly the trio helped to carry him to Sasori's car, not noticing a limousine that was parked nearby, watching them. Kakuzu watched in confusion from the entrance to Akatsuki as Sasori drove off with Hidan and Deidara. He hurried to his own car then tailed them til they reached Hidan's old apartment.
"We're at the safe place, brother, un." Deidara whispered, shooing Sasori from the apartment.
"What's going on?" Kakuzu asked when the redhead bumped into him.
"Oh... Well, when Hidan gets like this, he relives a part of his past he'd rather not visit and Deidara has to help him through it." Sasori jumped when they heard Hidan shout a 'no', "What the...?"
"No. No. No! I want to go home." Inside, Hidan struggled in Deidara's arms.
"H-Hidan, we are-"
"No! Kuzu!" He panted, beginning to wear down.
"'Kuzu'?" Deidara blinked, releasing him in his confusion.
"I-I want to go home to K-Kakuzu and J-Jyru..." He explained.
Deidara's jaw hung open in shock but he nodded his head and went to the door. He was about to tell Sasori when he noticed whom was with his lover. Kakuzu had a slightly worried look on his face, trying to see into the apartment.
"Hidan wants to go home, hm." He frowned, letting the large man in.
"With me?" He rose a brow at Hidan whom hurried to his side.
"Of course with you..." He pouted, clinging to his tan arm.
"Just go with it." The other two mouthed when he glanced in their direction.
He nodded then led Hidan to his car. He opened the back door but he instead went to the passenger seat. Kakuzu rolled his eyes and opened the front door for him before climbing in next to him and starting the engine. No music played and, as they neared the house, he felt Hidan lean on him. Once parked, he noticed the other had fallen asleep on him.
"What am I gonna do with you?" He sighed, gently brushing gray locks from the sleeping face.
He turned off the car, got out, and picked Hidan up as carefully as he had when he had been injured. He headed into the quiet house and upstairs to his room. He knew his bed would more comfortable for Hidan so that is where he was placed. He switched off the light after changing into long pajama pants and shirt, crawling into bed with Hidan.
"Good night, Hidan." He breathed, placing a kiss to his forehead which smoothed his wrinkled brow; a sign of relaxation.
The next morning, Hidan woke up with a killer headache but in a comfortable position. He was so warm and he snuggled deeper under the heavy covers. The action caused him to brush someone's hand though and his eyes snapped open. He sat up slowly and looked down at the other occupant of the bed. He flushed after discover it was Kakuzu, sound asleep with his arm still tight around his waist.
"What... the... fuck...?"
In a flash, last nights came flooding through his mind. He gasped and sprang out of bed, effectively waking the elder. He did not care though as he raced out of the room and to Ginji's room. Kakuzu rubbed his eyes, wondering what had woken him and why the bed was colder than last night. He looked to the empty bed and then the open door and hurried out after his crush. Hidan was reading a note on Ginji's desk when Kakuzu found him. He snuck up behind him and wrapped his arms around his waist.
"What's wrong?" He asked, ignoring the shocked reaction from the addressed.
"You're father came by last night..." He murmured, relishing the warmth while he could.
"What did he want?" He smirked, knowing Hidan had become comfortable.
"He... wanted Jyru and Gina..."
"Mn... don't worry, they'll probably be back-"
"After the wedding." Hidan interrupted.
"'Wedding'?" Kakuzu released his hold in shock and snatched the note the other male offered him, "Oh fuck. Not again." He groaned and plopped down on the bed, "The bastard is trying to marry me off again."
"I thought you said Jyru made up the arranged marriage." Hidan accused.
"Why so worked up, Hidan-chan?" the elder laughed, "Are you jealous?"
"N-NO! Now tell me what's going on." He snapped.
"Very well. My father wants me to marry some rich chick which is why I didn't really mind my ex's proposal. Now that she's dead, he wants me to try again." He sighed, "It's no big deal."
"What about him taking Jyru and Gina?" He frowned.
"Jyru's an adult and Gina will come home when she wants. This isn't the first time."
"Really?"
"Yeah. Now... how would you like to go on a field trip for today's session?" Kakuzu smirked.
Hidan lit up as Kakuzu pulled to a stop outside the movie theatre. He followed Kakuzu to the ticket stand, hoping they would not have to watch a blood-free movie. On the contrary, he bought tickets for an R-rated, 3D horror flick involving zombies (cliché, I know). Only as they arrived at the concession stand did Hidan realize how similar to a date this was, especially since Kakuzu, whom Jyru and Gina had said was extremely stingy, was paying for everything. After being handed popcorn, he watched his 'date' head for the bathroom after telling him to find a seat.
Hidan obliged and found a seat close to the screen. He looked around the theatre and saw quite a few couples towards the back. His stomach soon started to feel odd and he cursed, shoving a handful of popcorn into his mouth. There was no way this could be a therapy session for the zealot. He was also sure this could not be a date... could it?
"Hey... don't I know you?" A raven-haired boy behind him asked.
"I dunno, you look like an Uchiha." Hidan scoffed then noticed a blonde teenager next to him, "That your date, Sasu-gay?"
"HIDAN!" Sasuke growled, "Ugh. I hate my brother and his fucking friends."
"Oi, you shouldn't curse, boy. This is a public place. There was no point to use that word." Kakuzu had returned, "Do you know him, Hidan?"
"Yeah, this is Itachi's baby brother." His introduction earned a growl from said 'baby brother', "He hates Itachi though."
"Hm, that's a shame. Itachi's a nice kid." Kakuzu mused.
"Who's this, Hidan? Your date?" He mocked.
"No he's-"
"You got a problem, boy?" Kakuzu growled, cutting Hidan off.
"Er... no, of course he doesn't." The blonde chuckled nervously, pulling Sasuke back into his seat, "The movie's starting, teme."
During the movie, Kakuzu kept his eyes trained on Hidan, looking for reactions. Every now and then, Kakuzu would stop paying attention and get caught gawking. The younger male was always grinning through parts that made others in the theatre—save Kakuzu and Sasuke—scream. However, there was a scene that put a frown on his face. It was one where a woman took her own life after attempting to kill her children.
Kakuzu took note and then rested his hand on Hidan's thigh. It sent shivers down the zealot's spine and his magenta eyes turned to him, alight. The elder blinked and turned his attention to the screen, rubbing Hidan's thigh in a calming motion. After a scream came from the movie, Hidan smiled and also returned to watching the movie. By the end their hands were intertwined.
"Tha-that was scary, huh, teme?" They heard Sasuke's date whimper.
"I know, Naruto. Look on the bright side though; we're going to the beach tonight and staying for the week." Sasuke soothed, glancing at Hidan, "Brother said he'd pick us up straight from here."
Hidan and Kakuzu overheard but kept quiet as they gathered their things. They followed Naruto and Sasuke out of the theatre. Before they reached their car, a nice black car pulled to a stop in front of Sasuke. The driver's window rolled down to reveal none other than Kisame.
"Oh great... you're coming too?" Sasuke pouted.
"He likes the water more than any of us." Itachi drawled from the passenger seat, "Now get in, we already got your stuff."
"Hey guys." Hidan waved his free hand and automatically his coworkers' eyes locked onto the pale and tan hands linked together.
"You two on a date? Deidara's good." Kisame laughed.
"Wha-?" Hidan blushed and yanked his hand out of Kakuzu's, "We're not on a date; it's just business."
"Hn." Itachi rolled his eyes.
"Oi, how long do you bastards plan on being away?"
"Don't worry, we gave our gifts to Deidara. Have fun." Kisame smiled, rolling the window up before driving off.
"What gifts?" Kakuzu asked, leading his 'date' to the car.
"I'm turning 22 tomorrow." He shrugged, sliding into the front seat.
"Your birthday is tomorrow? Do you have something planned?"
"Usually I just..." He trailed as the car started up, "It's really nothing important. I'll be back home before noon."
"Hm..." Kakuzu nodded then asked, "Where do you want to eat?"
They arrived at a fairly fancy restaurant around eight. Hidan nervously sipped his soda, getting that odd feeling that he had earlier. Kakuzu was staring at him still. Their bread arrived and he quickly changed interest from beverage to bread stick. Under his mask, Kakuzu smirked; Hidan noticed and glared, forgetting that his food was dangling from his mouth in a suggestive manor.
"Are you nervous, Hidan?"
"What the fuck do you think?" He huffed, "You won't quit fucking staring at me..."
"I hadn't realized." His smirk grew.
"... Um... Hey, do you-"
"Ribs and liver." The waitress interrupted Hidan, placing the liver before Kakuzu and then winking after the ribs had been placed in front of Hidan.
"Fuck yeah! I love ribs."
He grinned, glad for the interruption. It annoyed Kakuzu though. Not wanting the good organ to go to waste he started to eat, glancing at his 'date' every so often. The fool was a messy eater and the elder was horrified to find it turned him on. Giving a low growl, he closed his eyes and polished off the rest of his plate. He heard a satisfied burp from Hidan and opened his eyes. He had gotten sauce around his lips and was licking his fingers. Again, he caught the other staring though this time, he decided to tease his onlooker. He did this by putting on a seductive face as he cleaned his fingers.
"You missed a spot..." Kakuzu mumbled, offering a napkin.
'Damn... it didn't affect him as much as I hoped...' Hidan thought, wiping his mouth.
"Hey, Kakuzu... why do you always wear that shitty mask?" Hidan droned as they headed back inside.
"Not important." He dismissed it as they reached his room.
"Bullshit." The younger male smirked, "How am I supposed to kiss you with it on?"
"What are you talking about?" His tone was that of indifference yet his heart was pounding.
"Well, maybe not me but someone you love?" His voice was slightly less confident now, "I mean... I was just wondering and shit..."
"Hidan... you're quite thickheaded, aren't you?" Kakuzu sighed, sitting on his bed as he loosened his tie.
"What's that supposed to mean?" Hidan snapped, shoving a finger in his face.
Briefly, Kakuzu considered biting it but instead motioned for Hidan to join him. Once the lighter sat besides him, he pulled him into a one armed hug.
"How badly do you want to kiss me?" He asked softly.
"Very badly..." He admitted.
"Then... I'll show you."
Something told Kakuzu that Hidan would not be repulsed—he laughed at zombie movies for crying out loud. So, he slowly pulled down his mask to reveal a stitched face. Hidan's eyes widened and he ran a hand over the black stitching.
"In the war, I was cut up by a poisoned blade. It prevented my skin from closing up so now I have to keep all the cuts stitched." He explained, grabbing Hidan's hand.
"That's sad but... they look so cool. I wish I could scar like that but I heal too quickly." He frowned, then brought his face close, "I suppose I understand why you hide them... but why in your own fucking home?"
"You, the kids, and my servants live here too, you know." He explained, pulling Hidan into a kiss.
He pulled him closer, licking his lips in order to enter the moist cavern. Hidan's tongue reached for his and soon they found themselves in an intense make out session. Their shirts had either been unbuttoned or discarded and their hands explored each others bodies. They finally pulled away to catch their breath and because the phone rang. Hidan sighed in bliss, stretching himself out on the mattress while Kakuzu went for the phone.
"Shisan residence." He greeted then let a light smile show, "Oh? You two are coming home? Okay... when?" He paused, "Tomorrow morning sounds great..."
"The kids?" Hidan asked as the other went to rejoin him, pulling off his shirt on the way to reveal even more stitches.
"Yes. They managed to escape..." He replied, undoing his pants, "Do you want some pajamas?"
"Tch, no way. I hate wearing clothes when I don't have to." Hidan scoffed.
"Fine, but please try to keep your underwear on at least." He sighed, pulling on some of his pajama pants before slipping under the covers.
"... Are we a... couple... now?" Hidan inquired, laying on his side to face his lover whom replied with a nod and pulled him close.
"Yes. I suppose we are."
I OWE YOU ONE MORE CHAPTER BEFORE THE HIATUS - DON'T LET ME FORGET~!
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