HI again! don't worry about the delay, I have issues with my computer too, so I know how sucky it can be. I fear I need to get a new computer... but thank you anyways for the review! it's always great to hear from you :) and now the plot thickens. and those two are so cute 3 at least that's what I felt when writing this chapter. I hope you have fun at it!

Chapter 13

The rest of his visit at Fai had been rather uneventful. They had talked a bit more, played a while Fai's console and then he decided it was his time to go home. He didn't yet care to meet Ashura, even though Fai tried to talk him to stay long enough that he would wake. Even though he could see that the man was important to the blond and that Fai really cared for the man, he wasn't just ready to meet him. He knew that if he would hear him calling Fai Yuui he couldn't hold himself in check. He was bound to spurt out something improper and then Fai would be in troubles. So he exited himself and said they would see again at school.

On Monday when he was close to school he heard running steps coming from behind him. He tensed up immediately and looked over his shoulder with a deep frown. Immediately it was wiped off when all he saw was the blond coming closer. He stopped to wait.

"Hi" he said and watched curious how Fai halted next to him and leaned on his knees, doubling over and gasping for air. Fai waved one pale hand to him as a greeting. He smirked "Out of shape?" he asked teasingly. Fai drew in one last breath and straightened his back and looked at him in the eyes

"No. out of breath"

he rolled his eyes and Fai snickered. The day was turning out to be just like every other day they had shared. The blond did all he could to get the upper hand and make fun of him and He would ignore it most of the time. Fai tilted his head

"Did you get caught?"

he snorted

"Of course not. I didn't lie to them about anything"

this time Fai rolled his eyes

"smart ass"

"Yes you are, but what am I"

the blue eyes narrowed

"Five year old apparently".

They stared each other a short moment and then they wordlessly turned and walked to the school peacefully together.

They were sitting in the classroom, he was sideways on his chair so he was able to talk to Fai face to face when Tomoyo stormed in and came to stand near them. Arms crossed and angry frown on her face

"You bailed out" she complained. He ignored her, and Fai scratched his neck

"Sorry. It was just our time to leave"

she pouted

"But I had already gotten you matching pajamas. You two would have looked so cute in them"

his brow twitched and Fai's jaw dropped

"Why did you get those?" Fai asked baffled. Tomoyo huffed

"Because you two would have looked so cute. You are the best couple I have seen. You complement each others perfectly"

"What the hell?!" he bellowed and finally looked at the girl. Fai was gaping like a fish out of water. The girl just smiled sweetly

"Don't try to argue with me. You know I am right. He is like a missing part of you. Even a fool could see it that he makes you feel better. Just like you make him feel better." her expression turned sad "I'm happy you came. Even though I'm also jealous, like you would have stolen something from me" his eyes widened a bit hearing this. She was practically telling everyone that she had a crush on Fai. Not that he hadn't known it. The girl's face went stern and she looked him straight in the eyes

"So you better take good care of him, or I will be very mad at you"

his eyes narrowed and he snarled to the girl

"Stop talking about stuff you know nothing about. Me and him" he yerked his head towards Fai "are not what you think. And frankly, I think he is quite capable of taking care of himself." he looked at Fai who grinned at him a bit "He just needed a little push to do so"

the girl looked between them, a bit perplexed at what he had said. Fai on the other hand just nodded and winked

"Yes, I am not a damsel in distress" the blond said with a smile. The girl huffed and waved a finger at them

"see? You two even have a secret language. I have no idea what it meant that you said. But" she said and pointed a finger at him "I am right. I look forward to seeing your face when you realize I am right?"

"Won't happen" he grunted and the girl just shrugged airily and swirled around and left. He shook his head and turned back to Fai

"She is a basket case" he stated. And then he noticed that the blond was staring at him in disbelief

"What?" he asked. The blond stared at him and quietly whispered

"Somehow..." Fai swallowed to moist his dry throat and tried again "Somehow I get the feeling that you weren't honest with her"

it stunned him. He opened his mouth to say something, but just snapped it shut because he was at a loss. He was growing more and more fond of the blond. He knew that. He was not sure how Fai was feeling. But he wanted Fai to first start liking himself before even thinking of starting anything with him. Currently he was worried that if Fai would indeed like someone he would put him, or her before himself. And that would not be good. But he couldn't just flat out deny everything, if Fai could read him that well. So he had to tiptoe. He looked Fai into the blue eyes and saw something he interpret as hope. But he was not sure if it was hope that he could deny all, or hope that he wouldn't.

"I think it is none of her business" he said sternly. Fai tilted his head frowning a bit. But they didn't have more time to talk, since the teacher walked into the room and the studying began.

On the next recession Fai's friends came and started chatting with the blond so he easily walked out of the classroom. He walked to the yard and drew in a deep breath. The air was surprisingly fresh, or then it was just him. He had been tense during the lessons. He had wondered if Fai wanted to talk more about them, and he didn't want that. Heck, he had never dated anyone before and Fai definitely wasn't the easiest one to start with. And he didn't even know if Fai liked him like that. He didn't want to spoil the friendship they had. It meant him a lot, since he had been so sure he wouldn't have any friends again. He sighed and leaned to a wall. What should he do. He closed his eyes. He hoped Fai would be satisfied with the situation as it is. He had no urge to change things. Of course sometimes Fai looked absolutely wonderful and he was mesmerized every time Fai smiled to him for real.

The bell rung and he headed inside. When he sat to his seat he glanced Fai, who looked preoccupied. It made him ask

"What's wrong?"

Fai turned the blue eyes to him.

"I am not sure. But I have asked my friends to keep an eye on any stranger about our age coming to hang near the school."

his eyebrows skyrocketed

"Why? Are you worried about something? You have a stalker?" instinctively his fists clenched and his annoyance arouse. He would teach some manners to anyone who caused extra issues for Fai. But the blond shook his head and let out a soft and short laugh

"No, I have no one like that" then Fai went dead serious. "It's you I am worried about. After you told me about why you moved, I asked all my friends to look around." he was speechless. Why was Fai going this far for him? His friends must have thought it weird to be asked such a thing. "And they did" Fai said when seeing his expression. "Real friends do that. Help when asked to. And sometimes when not" Fai smiled at him. "I don't want to see you hurt again.2

he swallowed. He had had no idea that he was that important to Fai.

"Thanks" he muttered. Fai just swatted his hand in air

"No problem. But the problem is, there has been some group hanging around. And I am afraid that they are looking for you"

there was an intense silence.

"Why?" he finally asked, mouth dry. He had already hoped he could leave his past behind and enjoy this new life he had. Fai looked awkward when he answered

"There had been a guy visiting Tomoyo's party. Lucky us" it warmed him to hear Fai say us "we had already left before that. And the guy had been kicked out when they realized he wasn't one of our school. He hadn't talked with anyone, just wandered around the house and checking every place out."

"That doesn't sound too bad" he said, trying to sound convincing. But he was worried. It could be nothing, but worry started gnawing inside of him. It sounded like they were on the look. Fai shrugged.

"But the reason they really decided to tell all of this to me, was because few of them saw total strangers on the way to school. All of them looking a bit ragged and acted like they were looking for someone." the blue eyes pierced his "I'm worried about you Kuro-pin"

he licked his lips and grinned

"Don't be. Now that I know to be careful, they can't jump at me. I will be fine"

Fai didn't look convinced

"But if they gang up on you, you have no chance. It will just go like last time" Fai reached out and grabbed his shoulder in tight clutch. "let me walk with you home. And to school." he opened his mouth to argue but Fai shook his head and dug his nails into his arm "No, it won't be a bother. If there is a place for my bike, I can just ride at your place in the morning and away in the afternoon. It won't take that much longer."

he didn't like the idea

"if they have followed me in here, you'll be putting yourself in danger. I don't want that"

"But I do"

he snorted

"You should already know that you are worthy human being. There is no reason why you shouldn't leave your life to the fullest and not always put others before you"

Fai shook his head so violently he feared he would hear the slender neck snap.

"It's not others I am doing this. I am doing this for you. I can't take it if you do get hurt and I could have done something to prevent it. For my sake, let me help you. Let me be by your side"

he was moved. Fai was so sincere and determined. A fuzzy feeling took over his chest. He was important to Fai. He wasn't just one of his friends.

"Fine..." he mumbled. If push comes to shove, he would send Fai to get help. He would not allow Fai to get hurt "But let's hope it's not what we think"

Fai nodded eagerly

"True dat." then the blond smiled at him full blast from the heart "Thank you"

he shrugged

"I guess I should be thanking you"

the blond winked at him and he smirked a bit. He was still worried, but not overwhelmingly so. It was great to know he wasn't alone. So he turned to look at the teacher and leaned leisurely at his chair's back support. Right now things were good. He was not going to spoil everything by worrying about things too much.

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