So for those of you who still don't know I have finally gotten a really nice beta reader who is really awesome, and thanks to that this story has been edited so I think it would be a good idea for you to re-read it from the beginning. But if you don't want to you don't have to. But do thank my wonderful beta reader Destiny Aitsuji.

Chapter 3

Nice Night Out

Akihito stuck out his arms and allowed Alex to slip on the jacket. The red haired man rattled on about something but Akihito was not paying attention. It has become a normal occurrence lately. Alex smiled at the boy. "This is your first time away from the island in a long time so I want you to stay close to me."

Akihito was adjusting the wide gold decorated bracelets that covered the scars on his wrists. He looked up with eyes devoid of much emotion. "I will."

Akihito was in a long tight fitting coat and a sleek black dress pants. He had a very classy shirt on to match the outfit that was selected by Alex. Akihito blushed in embarrassment throughout whenever he moved because he was reminded of how tight and teasing the clothes was. He was not going to complain though. It was fashionable and comfortable to wear.

A hat was lightly placed on his head. "It's cold out here and we are making a trip to Canada on business. There's going to be a nice party and I thought you might enjoy a few nights out. A change in food would be a good idea."

Akihito had to admit he did like the idea of going on a trip after being trapped within concrete walls for so long. He missed the days he would run through the busy night streets in Tokyo running away from Asami…

Akihito shook his head. Now was not the time to be thinking of such things. He would go on this trip and enjoy himself. He needed this time to get over the betrayal.

It was a long walk to the run way even though the private jet was waiting in sight. Akihito felt nervous as he sat down beside Alex. It has been awhile since he was on a plane.

He tucked his neck into his chest and curled up. Alex observed that and proceeded to snuggle with Akihito. "I told you it was cold out," Alex chided lightly and kissed the pink tip of Akihito's nose.

Akihito glared at him half-heartedly and heated up at the tender gesture. "Well maybe if I was wearing warmer clothing then I wouldn't be freezing my butt off."

Alex chuckled and grabbed a fur blanket from a compartment from the top and wrapped Akihito in it. He relished how adorable the boy looked wrapped up in the blanket. "Maybe I just wanted to take the chance to snuggle with you."

Akihito's face turned red and he pouted angrily. "You're an ass!"

Alex laughed heartily. He pulled Akihito into his arms and threw the blanket over their bodies. He cuddled Akihito so much it felt smothering. Akihito sighed but did not make any move to fight against it. He did not mind Alex's embrace, instead he had started liking the close proximity in the past month.

His feelings for Alex were slowly but surely changing from the time he first met the man. Akihito would be lying if he said he did not miss Asami. He still missed that heartless jerk and there was nothing he could do about it. However Akihito thought he could accommodate another person in his heart while locking away everything he felt for Asami. With that notion, Akihito fell asleep with Alex holding him tightly.

A month passed since he had lost control and slept with Akihito. He had expected the photographer to reject him completely but the boy reacted totally opposite of what he expected. It brought back a little of his usual self.

He had smiled through clenched teeth and annoyance on his face at Alex the next morning and bitched about how much he was hurting. It might have been an angry smile but Alex could not care less because it was better than the bouts of depression he had been witnessing of late.

Alex weaved his fingers through the sleeping boy's hair. The peaceful face while Akihito slept was something Alex cherished. He hated the nights when Akihito would awake from having nightmares. The heavy eye bags caused by sleep deprivation under the beautiful eyes always pained Alex.

Akihito would wake up scared and in tears, flailing around most nights. Alex could only wake him up and calm him down. The boy did not share anything until a week back. Alex learnt more about some of the things that had happened to the young man. He began to love the photographer more.

Alex yawned as he looked out the window. It was dark so he decided it was time to take a nap. After all it was going to be a long trip.

As he slept with Akihito, dark clouds were beginning to stir from their long slumber in a distance.

Asami sat in his private jet, furious.

The plan to search for the rings had been hindered by a bunch of old wealthy fools. It was a ridiculous reason to pull together a 'meeting'. All they wanted was to get into Asami's 'good books' by making it sound important. A threat and a bribe at the same time… these people must be getting desperate.

Unfortunately because of his status it is impossible to refuse such big names. Basically it happened every once in a while ever since news of his lover had disappeared. Those retards thought that by offering Asami some toys to play with it might get him to find a new lover.

Asami was disgusted by the thought of having anyone else except for Akihito as his partner. If it was not Akihito, it would not do.

He sighed and took a sip of the alcohol that was in his ice filled glass and then leaned his head back. As soon as this quick trip to Canada was over, he would return to Japan to resume his search for Akihito.

Akihito looked out the window. It was his first time coming to Canada. The first thing he noticed when he stepped out of the plane was how open it was compared to Japan. It was more open than when he had been taken to Hong Kong, courtesy of Fei Long. The air was all a lot fresher which is very different from the island or the city he was used to. Akihito commented offhandedly, "The air is really nice here."

Alex smiled at him. "You've never been here so you're not use to how much cleaner the air is here."

After getting into a waiting car, their thirty minutes journey brought them to a very large house. Although it smaller than the one on the island he was forced to live on, it was still impressive.

Akihito followed Alex in the building. A maid took their jackets and Akihito gaped in awe of the expensive decorations. They walked through the house, with Akihito marveling at the rare art pieces on the walls, until they came to a door with a dragon door knob.

Alex entered it. It was a very traditional Japanese room and Akihito gasped. Tears were welling in his eyes.

Alex smiled fondly. "This is the room I specially prepared for you. I thought something more Japanese would make you happy and at home."

Akihito's eyes softened. It was very nostalgic. They even had a futon. He sat on the tatami. "It's really nice, thank you."

The smile on Alex's face never disappeared. "I'm glad you like it."

Walking over to the closet, Alex opened it and started to search through the clothing. He stopped to look at a few different things and then pulled one out. He set it on the bed and grabbed a few other things. He picked it up and went over to where Akihito was sitting. Setting it down with a smile, Alex told Akihito to get changed for the party in an hour.

Akihito nodded and looked at the really expensive suit that looked perfect on him. It was obviously made to fit him. Every seam was meticulously made with precision and Akihito frowned. "How much did this cost you?"

Alex smiled mysteriously. "You don't want to know."

Akihito decided to not probe further and followed Alex out of the room. They headed to Alex's walk in closet next and Akihito nearly fainted.

There were nothing but rows of similar expensive looking suits lined up for selection. It had to be a dream. "So much..."

Alex grinned. "I'm guessing from that reaction you haven't seen my closet in the other house."

Akihito shook his head slowly and watched in amazement as Alex got dressed. Once dressed, they headed for the car. "We've got a bit of a drive before we arrive but we should get there on time," Alex told Akihito who nodded dumbly.

Being away from people for so long made Akihito nervous when he was around others. He felt Alex's arm wrap around him and relaxed a little.

Asami touched down in a foul mood. He climbed into the car and arrived at his destination without much trouble. Just that dark cloud hovering around him was warning enough to get the fools who treasure their lives to stay fifty feet from him.

The party was in the large pent house on the top floor of the hotel. When he arrived, he made himself known to the nuisance that invited him for such a meaningless reason.

The room was too large and Asami hated every moment being in it. However, he was not the only person who was clearly unhappy. Across the room was a younger man leaned against the wall with a glass of fine alcohol in his slender hand. Asami looked at him more carefully and almost dropped the cup he was holding. He nearly allowed his heart to control his head. Surely it had to be just some sort of look-alike… the boy was exactly like Akihito if he was not.

Closer observation convinced Asami's irrational mind that it was definitely his lover. He could instantly tell that something was wrong with Akihito from the way he stood slightly hunched over with a tiny frown. He recognized that anywhere.

Asami was close to running across the room when a familiar red haired man appeared and put his hand on Akihito's head. Asami was stunned. Had it been a different person? Then again he was unable to place a finger on where he had seen the red haired man. Asami watched the man talk to the boy he was so sure would be Akihito walk out of the room.

They had been at the party for only fifteen minutes but already, Akihito felt ill. He was frightened by the sheer number of people in the room. It was a drastic change from the solitary he was used to. Alex noticed his discomfort and went over. "Are you okay?"

Akihito shook his head and pressed a hand over his mouth. "No, I think I'm going to get sick."

Alex patted his head and started ushering him out. "Okay, I'll call the driver to take you back to the house. Will you be okay on your own or do you need me to come with you?"

Akihito gave a weak smile for assurance. "I'll be fine. Don't worry about me and concentrate on getting that contract."

Akihito and Alex shared a parting kiss before the car left. An ominous aura behind Alex made itself known immediately.

A silent gun click elicited a smile from Alex. Without having to turn around he knew who the assailant was. Asami was standing with a gun pointed at him. "Return Akihito at once."

The voice was cold and had no room for compromise.

Alex feigned ignorance with a perfected smile as he turned around. "So it is the famous Asami Ryuichi I have heard of… what gives me the pleasure of having you here tonight?"

Asami took a step forward, closing the distance between them. "Stop pretending. If you give him back I might make things less painful for you."

Alex kept the mask on. "I don't know what you're talking about."

Asami did not hesitate any longer. A light pull on the trigger made the loud bang resound in the dead silent night.

Author's Note: So yes this is it, the finally available to read new chapter, I got in to it this time, and thanks to my beta reader for fixing my really crappy work. If it wasn't for my beta reader this probably wouldn't have been continued yet.

Beta Reader's Note: Do drop a review! Cliff hangers are the best :3