Legal Drug

When it comes down to it- Chapter 3

Warnings: Well…yaoi eventually, of course. Uh…Rape, yes almost forgot that one. And…I guess it's just Shounen-ai for now, well aside from the NCS.

Disclaimer: As you know, I do not own this series or anyone from it, though I wish I did and I would assume we all do, yes?

Also, thank you to everyone that reviewed, I appreciate it. LEAVE ME AN E-MAIL ADDRESS WHERE I CAN CONTACT YOU ALREADY! Please? For the sake of Kaza-baby's safety! I implore you to leave one . or I'll stalk you all…with a led pipe. Hehe, just kidding.

Following the next day, they promptly left at 8 am. Though, it had been a hard night neither had slept well. Kazahaya kept waking up ever few hours from constant nightmares, and Rikuou was at his side comforting him back into the recesses of sleep. Rikuou bought the train tickets and at 10 they were on their way home. About half way through the ride Kazahaya fell back to sleep, only waking once to use the restroom, before settling back down into his seat next to Rikuou.

A speaker crackled to life, and a barely audible man came on, "We're nearing our destination, ten minutes tops-" Though he was cut off as the speaker system died. Rikuou sighed and looked around, people were gathering their things preparing to leave, and most likely very eager to get home to their families no doubt. He put on his jacket and gently reached over and shook Kazahaya.

"Come on… we have to get off now." He gently coaxed, no response.

"Kazahaya?" He shook a little harder. To his relief a soft "Ngh…" and slight movement signaled him Kazahaya was starting to wake up.

Kazahaya sleepily sat up from his half reclined position on the seat, just as the train was pulling into the station.

"Huh?" He blinked a few times, looking around. "Where…?"

"We're on the train." Rikuou answered.

"Oh…"

The speakers cracked to life again, "Well, everyone," the same voice from before mumbled, "I hope you had a nice ride…please wait till the train comes to a full stop to leave. And thanks for riding with us." The static died down as the speakers once again turned off. The train finally stopped completely and the doors opened, passengers rushing out on either side, happy to be able to stretch and get some fresh air. Some were even met by family and friends on the platform.

Rikuou grabbed their stuff, slinging the bag over one arm, holding a hand out to Kazahaya who still looked slightly dazed and confused. He blinked a few times before taking the offered hand, gently being pulled to his feet. Though, still not fully awake Kazahaya took one step before falling into Rikuou, and in the process Rikuou almost dropped the bag.

Rikuou sighed and picked Kazahaya up bridal style, holding him close to his chest. He looked down to see that Kazahaya had already fallen back to sleep, and Rikuou made a mental note. Note to self: Bring coffee next time. He sighed and continued walking, occasionally looking down to check on Kazahaya. It wasn't like he was going anywhere any time soon, but Rikuou just wanted to make sure.

Rikuou turned a corner almost running smack into someone. He apologized and continued walking, lost in thought once again. Still looking down every now and then he walked the familiar path to the Green Drugstore, slowing with each step, still hesitant to approach. He knew Kakei would be outside waiting for them to come home. Of course, he could always turn around…but it was now or never.

Sighing once again he turned the final corner, stopping upon seeing Kakei's worried face. Knew it, he thought warily. He nodded to him and continued walking, light footsteps following behind. Rikuou went upstairs to their shared room, placing Kazahaya gently on his bed. He removed Kazahaya's sneakers and pulled up the covers, staring down at the sleeping boy for a few moments. Grudgingly he turned around, still not ready to face Kakei but this had to happen now or never.

"Yeah?" He asked. Rude much? He thought to himself.

Kakei sighed, "How is he?" Motioning towards Kazahaya.

"Alright, for now."

"That's good. Rikuou we need to talk."

Rikuou sighed, "Yeah, I know…"

Kakei motioned for Rikuou to follow him, heading for the door. Rikuou took one last glance at Kazahaya, Five minutes… and followed Kakei out of the room, closing the door behind him. He followed Kakei downstairs and into the well-known office, and took a seat on the leather sofa next to the "sleeping" man. With those sunglasses on no one could really tell if he was awake or asleep.

"Don't worry," Kakei began, "He won't bother us."

Yeah, right… and I'm supposed to believe he's asleep, right? Yeah, okay… whatever you say.

"Uh, right…" Rikuou shifted in his seat during the following silence. He was the first to break the ice, "So, what did you want to talk to me about?"

He could already guess it was about Kazahaya, but he had to say something, right?

"I wanted to talk to you about your trip. As you know, I have already seen what has happened so you do not have to explain. But, I was unaware of this information until you and Kudou-kun had already left. Otherwise I would not have sent you boys out on such a dangerous mission…." He paused gathering his thought, "As precaution, I want to take every step possible to keep Kudou-kun safe. This means, that you are to watch over him constantly. I do not know what lies ahead for you two, but keep your guard up at all times. Do you understand?"

Rikuou nodded, "I won't let him get away with this."

Kakei smiled, politely though his eyes told a different story, "Yes, I agree."

As their conversation went on, unknown to them a visitor was paying a visit to Kazahaya. Gently stepping through the open window, Kouji approached the bed. Sitting down on the edge he looked at the sleeping boy. "My, my, Kazahaya… what have we gotten into this time?" He gently ran a gloved hand across Kazahaya's face.

Smiling coldly he let his fingers trail down the silky skin. "I won't let you get away, my dear, no matter what. You belong to me, and will always belong to me." He ran his fingers over the clothed area where he left his mark. Kazahaya whimpered softly slowly opening his eyes. Kouji smirked, "Waking up just for me? How thoughtful."

Kazahaya blinked a few times, pushing away the haziness he looked up at Kouji. Immediately his eyes widened and he tried to get away as fast as he could, sitting up he quickly pushed Kouji back throwing himself out of bed. His muscles screamed in protect but he ignored it, landing with an audible thud. Kouji sat up on the bed watching Kazahaya; he smirked and got up, kneeling by Kazahaya.

"Leaving so soon?" Kazahaya froze, turning around slowly. He quickly shook his head, Kouji smiled, "Yes, that's what I thought."

A voice called from the stairs, "Kazahaya, is everything alright up there?" Kouji got up and locked the door, turning back around, "Say anything," he warned, "And I will kill you." Kazahaya nodded slowly. "Now, get back on the bed." He did as he was told. "Good."

Rikuou and Kakei talked on, discussion the dangers of this situation. Rikuou did his best to come up with plans such as who was going to be on watch when, and if needing to leave at any time who to call. Eager to get back to Kazahaya he was going to excuse himself, when the he heard a loud thud. Thinking that Kazahaya had fallen out of bed, he got up without hesitation and went to the bottom of the stairs. Calling up he asked, "Kazahaya, is everything alright up there?"

Waiting for a response for a few seconds, he silence was deafening. When no answer came he asked called up again, "Kazahaya?" And still silence answered him back. He quickly mounted the stairs taking two at a time. He stopped at the door to their shared room and knocked, "Kazahaya? Are you okay?"

By now Kouji was on the bed with Kazahaya straddling his hips, he leaned over and whispered, "Tell him everything's alright and you would like to be left alone. Understand?" Kazahaya nodded, "Uhm, yeah… I'm fine." Kouji nodded, urging him on, "Could you uhm, come back later? I kind of want to be alone now."

Rikuou sighed on the other side of the door, "What was that sound before?"

Kazahaya bit his lip "I just dropped something is all, I'm fine…"

Rikuou nodded, "Alright…" Turning around he headed for the stairs once more, feeling somewhat secure about leaving him alone for a few more minutes while him and Kakei finished their conversation. Before he could get downstairs however, Kakei pulled Rikuou aside.

"Rikuou…" He whispered, "Kouji is with Kazahaya."

"What!"

Kakei winced, "Not so loud, he'll hear you."

Rikuou frowned, "Sorry…"

"I want you to go back and ask Kazahaya once again if he's alright, does he want anything… etc… Kouji will want you to leave him alone. That is not an option, he has locked the door, and I'm afraid for Kudou-kun. I don't know why my foresight keeps coming at such late times. At any rate, go back."

Rikuou nodded going back at once, "Kazahaya…"

Kouji sighed, "What does he want now?"

Kazahaya shrugged, glad that Rikuou had come back. Maybe he's figured out that Kouji's here, please, God…

"Yeah?"

"Are you sure you're alright? Do you want me to get you anything like a drink or something to eat?" Trying to keep them occupied with questions he set off using his skill of breaking locks, usually he would use it on jobs to gain access to a building or room. He was thankful for it now.

Kouji glared at Kazahaya mouthing, "You know what to say."

Kazahaya blinked, trying to hold back the tears. Anxiety building up by the second, "No…I'm fine, really."

Rikuou nodded, "Alright then, I'll come back in a few minutes."

"Okay."

Too late, Rikuou thought before snapping the lock in half, gaining access to the room. He pushed the door open as fast as he could slamming it into the wall catching Kouji off guard. Blue eyes looked over to the door.

"Get off him, now."

Kouji smirked, "Ah, so we finally meet. Are you the man that has stolen my Kazahaya away?"