Chapter 4: Understandings

Author's Notes: My strange little mind has come up with a wonderful KaZe story. What would have happened if Shizuka had never killed Zero's parents, turned him into a vampire, and taken Ichiru? What if Zero had never gone to Cross Academy but attended an all hunter school (Rose Academy) run by Toga? What if Kaname and Zero had never met? More of the story. Inspiration has struck. Tehe ^^!

Disclaimer: I do not own Vampire Knight. My mind is not that of Matsuri Hino. The characters and all their attitudes belong to her. (Although I do wish I could claim them, I can't)

Additional Comments/ Rating: This story is all from Zero's point of view. If you like it I might make one from Kaname's, just saying. This will turn into an M rated story. That is just how it's going to be. I'm not sorry. It's Yaoi soooo… GO AWAY IF THIS OFFENDS YOU. There that should suffice. On with the story!

As soon as the front door closed Senri turned to me.

"So, you've caught Kaname's eye, huh?"

So it was more than just a goodbye! "Really?"

Senri got up and sat down next to me on the bed. He grabbed a sandwich from the stack and took a bite.

"Yup. I've never seen him take to somebody so quickly and I've never seen him kiss anyone goodbye."

He likes me? Or could he be joking with me. "Huh. So you and Takuma huh?"

"Yup. He's so nice. Well you met him."

"Yeah. I met him when he jerked me out of bed and held me against the wall, chocking me before Kaname got him to let me go."

"Really? Well I'll punish him later. Eat, they are good."

I took a sandwich and bit into it. Okay, so maybe vampire's can cook.

We finished our sandwiches and watched a little bit of television, not really watching but talking. Senri was actually nice and cool once you got past the monotone way he spoke. I started to really feel the effects of the painkiller and fell asleep.

"How is he?"

I woke up when I heard Kaname's voice but stayed as I was. I'm going to find out if he actually likes me. Hopefully they will talk for a while.

"Hmmm? Oh, he's fine. Talked for a little bit. He's nice. Fell asleep but I think the painkiller made him tired."

I felt the bed sink beside me. Kaname? Maybe I could take a peek. No they might notice.

"Thank you for watching him. I worried about him all night."

"It was nothing really. So do you like him? Tell us."

"I do. He is unlike anyone I've ever met. Yet it's not likely he likes me. I don't even think that we could be together; we are from too different worlds. But I will be happy if we can be friends after he gets better."

"Oh Kaname. I've never seen you like this. Do you remember what you said when I came to you about Senri before we started dating? Do you remember what you told me? You said that if it was meant to be it would happen. Kaname if you like him then pursue him. If you really want to be together then you will find a way to make it work. I know I will support you whatever happens. All of us will, you know that. True Hanabusa and Ruka mite not like it but they will support you. "

"I know that you all will support me but I don't know. I've never felt this way about anyone. It's unlike any feeling I've ever had. He accepted me for me even at first. He did not treat me any differently because I was a vampire, yet alone a pureblood."

He likes me! Wow. But could we even be together. I mean sure he is nice but it's true we are from two really different worlds. What would my parents and the society think? What would they do? I don't want him to get hurt.

"Kaname, go for it. You have several days to get to know more about him. If he leaves and you haven't attempted to pursue what you feel you will regret it for the rest of your life."

"Look at Takuma and I. We are so happy together. Just think about it. That could be the two of you."

"Yeah, I know. It's late. Do you want to spend the day or do you want to head home."

"I think we should head on home. Senri has a shoot later on. It's closer for him from our place. Promise me you'll think about what we said."

"I promise. Night."

"Night."

"Night."

I heard the door shut and felt the weight lift from the bed.

"Ohh, what to do, what to do. I need to stop thinking about this for the evening."

"Stop thinking about what Kaname?"

Kaname whirled around and smiled.

"Hmm? Did you just wake up? How are you feeling?"

"Yeah I just woke up. How was your night? I'm better now, just a little cold." Maybe he'll keep me warm again.

"It was long. But I managed to get everything done we had to do for the rest of the week so I don't have to leave again. I kind of missed you tonight."

Kaname came and sat by me on the bed wrapping his arm around my shoulders. I leaned into him as much as I could and sighed contentedly.

"That's good. So you missed me? Am I that interesting? All I've done since you've known me is get hurt, eat, and sleep."

"I know but yeah you are interesting Zero. I might get lonely after you leave."

"We can stay in touch. I can honestly say I'm glad that Level E pushed me off the roof. Otherwise I would not have met you."

I looked at Kaname. Maybe he'll get the hint.

"I am glad we met too. And I would love to stay in touch. It would mean a lot to me."

"Kaname, look at me for a second please."

He turned his head and looked at me confused. I brought my right arm up and ran my fingers through his soft, auburn hair.

"Zero?"

"Shhhhh. I might have been awake while they were here. I heard the conversation, Kaname. I'm up for trying if you want."

"Really? You want to try being together?"

"We'll only if I get asked out properly."

"Zero, will you go out with me?"

"No. Only kidding. Of course I will."

Kaname smiled and took my hand. He brought it to his lips and gently kissed it before putting it on my lap.

"We'll have a lot of difficulties to go through to be together. Be aware of that."

"I know. But I don't care."

Kaname brought his free hand up and stroked my cheek. I sighed and leaned my head on his soft hand. Kaname leaned forward, chocolate eyes smiling.

"I'm glad you were awake. Now I can claim what I've been staring at since I met you."

"And what is that?"

"Your lips."

Kaname's lips brushed against mine, taking my breath away. The kiss was chaste. It was perfect for a first kiss. Electricity shot down my spine.

"You're even sweeter than I imagined." Kaname leaned in again and kissed me a little bit more fiercely this time. I responded the same. His lips fit mine perfectly, like two pieces of a puzzle coming together.

"Kaname, with you by my side I know we can get through any trials."

He laughed and tapped the top of my nose playfully.

"I'd better be enough. I opened the can of worms after all."

"No that was both of us."

"True. Are you tired? I just got home but it's been a long night. All I want to do is fall asleep with you in my arms."

"Yeah I'm tired. That's all I've done since I met you basically. But, I want to fall asleep in your arms." Kaname smiled and kissed me again before standing up.

"I'll be right back." He walked to the bathroom and came back in shorts.

"Hmmm sexy. Now come and get me warm."

"Yes sir." Kaname mocked a salute and laid me down gently before climbing under the covers. I gently rolled onto my right side and laid my head on Kaname's chest. He wrapped his arms around me and held me close.

Hmm warmth. And Kaname. Life's good. Kaname kissed the top of my head and sighed.

"Night Zero. Sleep well."

Oh I will as long as you're here.

"Night Kaname. You do the same."

I listened to Kaname's breathing and felt myself begin to fall asleep again.

End Comments: Ah, finally they are together. I couldn't take it anymore. They had to be together. Now. Happiness is when they are together. I hope you enjoyed it. ^^