The morning rays were seeping through the windows of Reiga's mansion. The necromancer slowly started to open his eyes as he saw the glimpse of sunlight bathing his room with light. He looked to his side and noticed that Luze was still asleep under the covers. Kanata couldn't seem to look away from the porcelain white skin that he had marked as his the night before. Even in sleep, the Opast continued to look beautiful.

Kanata moved to grab a lock of Luze's jet black hair. It was soft to the touch and well maintained. Kanata didn't remember when he started to notice all the fine details on his follower, but he enjoyed looking at each and every one of them. It was strange to him. In his life there was never any other type of love then the brotherly love he felt for Yuki. He never paid any mind to anyone who had an interest in him. He brushed it away as nonsense and non-existent. Romantic love only caused problems in his mind. It caused jealousy, envy, obsession, murders and betrayals of many kinds. That's another reason why he was disgusted with the human race. They could turn something so beautiful into a hideous thing.

With his gaze fervently on the man sleeping next to him, Kanata wondered if Luze had ever felt love for anyone in his life. From what he knew, Luze hated Luka for falling in love with Yuki. Whether or not there was envy and jealousy within that anger, Kanata didn't know, but they would have been the prime emotions to fill his heart. The brother he looked up to had left him for someone else. Kanata knew the feeling as himself and as Reiga. It was unfair and unjust.

Luze began to shift around a little in his sleep, but he continued to slumber. The peacefulness in his face made Kanata wish he could obtain peace even while he slept. He had always had nightmares of his previous life along with many other things. Once he dreamt that he had lost Yuki when they were both small. During that time, losing Yuki was the thing he feared the most. He never wanted anyone to hurt the one person he treasured so dearly.

The thought made a painful ache strike through his heart. There he was thinking about Yuki again and having sympathy for the younger male. Why couldn't he just forget about everything that happened between them and move on? There was no way he could change their fates now. Kanata remained in his thoughts, debating with himself on whether he should pay Yuki a visit. At that moment, Luze started to open up his eyes and looked up at Kanata. His face didn't show any indication of happiness or joy. It was stern and stoic like it always was.

"Good morning," Kanata said, a little amused with Luze's reaction to the morning after.

"Good morning Reiga-sama," Luze replied as he slowly started to lift himself up. Kanata let go of his hair, feeling a bit disappointed that they couldn't stay that way for a while longer. Luze looked over at the window. "I should hurry and get dressed before anyone sees me. I'll tell the servants to bring your food to bed."

"Why can't I go eat with everyone else?"

"I wouldn't want you to feel uncomfortable after what happened last night," Luze said while he turned to look at Kanata. "It was only physical, but it would still be best if you stayed away from me for a while."

Kanata couldn't help but chuckle which caused the Opast to look at him a bit surprised. "You're making things more difficult Luze. I can manage my demeanor around you in front of the others. There's nothing to worry about."

"If that's how you feel, then I can't object. I'll get dressed and be on my way." Luze said as he started to get up, but was stopped by Kanata who grabbed onto his wrist.

"What if I wanted this to continue for many more nights? Would you refuse me?"

"Of course I wouldn't. I do as I'm told, especially if it's an order from you or the Demon King. If you want to use me again, then you can."

"I don't like the way you put it Luze. Use is such a harsh word."

"But we use people for our own satisfaction. You've said it before, people betray people. So people also use people to get what they want. It's how the world functions."

Kanata didn't know why listening to his own words brought a sadness to his heart. Normally he would agree since it was the same thing he told Yuki over and over again. Yet, hearing it from Luze's mouth made him wish it wasn't like that. He didn't understand what was wrong with him. Why he would be so soft at times. Kanata didn't say another word and let go of Luze, allowing the Opast to get up and pick up his clothes. He started to get dressed and didn't notice Kanata's eyes on him during the whole time.

"I'll see you at breakfast, Reiga-sama."

"I might get there a little late. I want to pay Yuki a quick visit before I join the rest of you."

Luze turned around and faced Kanata. "Do you think that's a good idea? You were telling me last night how you didn't want to think about that human."

"I want to see how my prisoner is holding up. It's nothing else but that."

"Should I go with you?"

"No, it won't be necessary. I can handle myself while being alone with Yuki. So go without worry."

"Yes, Reiga-sama. Excuse me." Luze bowed his head slightly before he turned around and made his way out of the room. Kanata looked towards the door as his eyes softened a little. He knew in his heart that a part of him wasn't ready to look into Yuki's eyes, but as Reiga he needed to do it. If he couldn't face Yuki without emotion, then he wouldn't be able to gain the respect he deserved. Getting up and out of bed, Kanata told himself over and over that Yuki was God's light and meant nothing to him anymore. That's what he wanted to believe, but denial wouldn't leave him. How he would react when he came face to face with Yuki was something he wasn't entirely sure about.

Would Reiga take the upper hand and show Yuki no mercy, or would Kanata feel Yuki's pain and fall to his knees with sympathy? The uncertainty was mortifying.

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Awesome! I finally got the chance to write for this story :D It was mostly focused on Kanata and Luze, but hopefully it was still a good read. The next chapter will have Luka in it, I promise xD

Thanks for reading! Until next time!