Disclaimer: I own nothing of Vampire Knight. This ingenious work of art belongs to Matsuri Hino.

A/N: I would like to point out that Takuma was not in the last chapter, that was intentional. He will appear in a later chapter, promise. I tried to make this chapter longer without seeming like I was rambling, I hope I accomplished the objective. Review responses and thanks are at the bottom. Please enjoy.

Sin

In a last ditch effort, Zero put all his strength into one word, "KANAME!"

A resounding crack was heard throughout the clearing as a hole appeared in the tree beside Zero's head. All the vampires in the clearing whimpered and cowered under the intense anger in the air. A chill like none Aido could produce weighed heavily upon everyone. All the night class' eyes turned to the menacing figure now standing proudly in the clearing, not a sign of his previous weakness about him.

Staring in horror, Aido only whispered, "Kaname-sama."

Deep crimson eyes turned from Zero's mangled form to focus on the ice-wielding noble, "Why?" he whispered softly. Aido opened his mouth to speak but Kaname continued, "Why are you hurting him?"

"B-But Kaname-sama! He-He was h-hurting you! You were b-bleeding. Were you not trying t-to hurt him yourself? Your-Your mouth was at his t-throat," Aido responded, voice wavering in fear.

Kaname appeared before Aido, hand flying to his throat as he slammed him into the same tree that held Zero, eyes dark with rage. Tightening his grip, Aido began to choke as his windpipe was slowly but surely crushed. Pure unadulterated terror seeped into his ice blue eyes at the murderous intent in his prince's eyes. As his hand shifted into its taloned form, his claws pierced the sides of the noble's neck, blood blossoming from tiny cuts. Pressing his face close the Aido's, a ferocious snarl ripped its way from his chest. Moving to crush the noble's neck, one desperately uttered word stopped him.

"D-Don't," was whispered from their sides.

Hand loosening, Kaname turned his eyes to Zero, "Why shouldn't I?"

"He w-was only pro-protecting you," Zero wheezed.

Dropping his hand from Aido's neck, Kaname turned fully to Zero as his hand shifted back to normal. Aido drew large gasps of air into his abused lungs as his hand flew to wipe the blood from his neck and massage the lightly bruised skin. He watched as Kaname walked to stand fully in front of the maimed ex-human.

"Are you in pain?" Kaname asked.

Laughing curtly, Zero replied sarcastically, "No… It kind of tickles."

Nodding, Kaname turned his dark gaze to Aido, "The ice Aido, dissolve it."

Gaping at the pureblood, Aido did as was requested, though begrudgingly. Once the ice was melted, large gushes of blood poured from the shoulder and stomach wounds as Zero winced. When Kaname looked to Rima, no words were needed, the vines securing Zero to the tree retreated. With a strangled moan, Zero sank quickly to the ground. Blood began to quickly pool around the prefect, staining the grass crimson. With every beat of his heart, Zero could feel more blood forcefully leaving his body. Closing his eyes, he felt so tired… He just wanted to sleep.

A quiet voice before him broke him out of reverie, "Keep your eyes open."

Groaning softly, Zero forced his eyes open, "Kaname…"

Through blurred vision, he saw Kaname turn to Aido, "Give me some blood tablets."

Grabbing the pureblood's arm, he shook his head sluggishly, "Can't… Sick."

Nodding his head, Kaname turned to the rest of the night class and spoke softly, "What happens here tonight remains between us and only us, understood?" Once all replied with an affirmative, he continued, "Good."

Straddling Zero's legs, Kaname gently pulled him into a sitting position. Resting the prefect's head against his neck, he ordered, "Drink."

Several gasps of horror were heard around the clearing as the request. They all stared in shock and partial outrage at the sight of the ex-human at their prince's neck.

Lazily moving his eyes to Kaname's face, Zero mumbled as he shoved himself wearily back against the tree, "No."

Growling, Kaname thundered, "Drink or you will die Zero!"

With a dry chuckle, Zero averted his eyes to the side as he tiredly spoke the truth he'd known since he was bitten, "I will die… sooner or later… I'm nothing… nothing but a level D."

The others couldn't believe their ears… A lowly level D was refusing the purest blood in existence. It was unheard of. Countless others would kill for the priceless offer.

"Let the pathetic waste of life die," a nameless level C spoke stupidly from the rear of the surrounding crowd.

An inhuman snarl sounded from Kaname as he turned his near black eyes to the one who dare question him. Everyone shivered at the menacing gleam in those eyes. No one dared interfere though, self-preservation at work as well as respect for their pureblood leader.

"Kurinai," he growled lowly in barely suppressed fury.

Kurinai swallowed thickly but stood her ground, "He is a worthless level D… He doesn't deserve your blood! Either he'll die now or we'll be forced to kill him later… We should just let him bleed to death! He-,"

Growling viciously, Kaname broke off her foolish tirade. The other vampires watched in terror as a bloody hole exploded in the girl's chest. They held their silence as they saw her eyes widen in shock before she slowly turned to crystal like dust, blowing away gently in the soft breeze.

Eyes slowly skipping from face to face, Kaname drawled, "Anymore objections?"

When no one voiced any more protests, he nodded and turned his attention back to the dying man before him. Even his blood seemed sluggish, seeping from the prefect's body at a slower pace. The surrounding puddle of crimson fluid has grown to a dangerous size. Returning his eyes to Zero's face, he saw his eyes were once again closed as his expression appeared serene.

"Zero…" Kaname murmured.

"Said… No… Kana… Me," Zero slurred, wincing in slight pain.

Eyes hardening in resolved, Kaname brought his hand to his neck. Lengthening his nails, he made a deep slit above his jugular. Soft growls were heard behind him as his blood welled to the surface, the smell like a narcotic among vampires.

Kaname watched in satisfaction as Zero's eyes flew open, a hungry crimson, as they automatically locked onto the cut that was slowly healing. Zero made to lean forward before he realized what he was doing.

"B-Bastard!" Zero whimpered.

Clutching his chest with his left hand, Zero tried to melt back into the tree. The pure blood in the air, smelling so sweet and tempting, was like a drug to his hungry form… But he wouldn't give in. Clenching his eyes shut once more, Zero turned his head to the side as he held his breath.

Seeing the reluctance in Zero, Kaname wiped his fingers through his blood and placed them at the dying vampire's lips. A soft pink tongue quickly darted out, sensually liking the blood from delicate fingers.

Zero moaned softly at the tangy taste flooding his senses, making his mouth water for more. Realizing what he was doing, he swiftly slapped the hand away, hissing in pain as he ripped his shoulder open more.

Transferring his pain to anger, Zero's eyes flew open to glare at the pureblood, "Go fuck yourself Kuran!"

Eyes flashing with pain, Kaname bowed his head… So they were back to last names. All he wanted to do was return the kindness Zero had offered him. Didn't Zero know the risk he was taking, offering his blood to such a low class with others around? He could be outcast from society, killed even, for such a violation of vampiric law.

"Why?" he asked softly.

Zero's eyes widened at the defeated tone in the pureblood's voice, "I… I hate being a vampire… I don't… want to live as one…"

Kaname's own eyes widened in understanding, eyes hidden through his fringe of hair. Raising his head to look Zero in the eyes, he showed him that he understood but also to show him his remaining determination… He would do anything to save him.

"Please Zero," Kaname begged softly.

Glaring at the pureblood for his persistence, he asked the one question nagging at the back of his befuddled mind, "Why… Why are you so… intent on saving… me?"

Dropping his mask, Kaname let Zero see the loneliness and pain that dwelled beneath the surface, "I don't want you to die… I want… I want to be your… friend."

"But," Zero started.

"Please Zero!" Kaname shouted before whispering lowly enough that only they would hear, "I-I don't want to be alone anymore… I don't want to carry this burden by myself again… I… I need you."

A gasp to their sides showed that Aido had heard the plea but neither paid him any attention. Hazy eyes hardening in determination, Zero's left hand snapped out to grab the back of Kaname's neck. Hauling himself up, Zero pulled himself closer to the pureblood, pressing his face to offered neck.

Feeling fangs at his neck, Kaname whispered as he closed his eyes, "Please forgive us our sins."

A sharp cry tore from his lips as Zero's fangs harshly ripped into his neck as the prefect began to drink hungrily… The sin had been committed.

END

A/N: And there it is, please let me know what you think.

Michi-ichi- Yes, they are after Zero, as explained above, they believe that Zero had hurt Kaname and that Kaname was going to punish him so they took it upon themselves to save the pureblood the trouble. Sorry that it caused some confusion. I hope the chapter and this response cleared some of that up for you. I hope you liked the chapter, I hope you continue to review, I look forward to them.

KanameZero4Eva- Well, they didn't kill him *smiles* I could never do that to Zero! I felt bad enough about hurting him lol. But, yes they saw Kaname pull Zero back to him but they didn't hear what he said so they thought he was going to bite Zero and possibly drain him for daring to injure him… I hope that came across in the chapter. I hope you enjoyed this installment. I look forward to anymore reviews.

Darthmocy- It's alright that you didn't review on the previous chapter, I don't expect everyone to review on every single chapter, the reviews that you do submit do please me greatly. I hope you liked the chapter ^_^

GomenTillTheEnd- *munches cookies* Thanks, I was hungry ^_^ I am happy that you like the story. Kaname will get stronger, I promise… And of course Zero will help! Zero's misunderstanding will be cleared up, probably in the next chapter or the one after that. I hope you continue to read and review… Oh, and please send more cookies!

Irmina- I felt so bad for the last chapter T_T It hurt to write it! But yes, the misunderstanding will be dealt with, probably next chapter or the one after that. Thank you for reviewing, I appreciate it.

LunaRina- See! I made them stop torturing Zero ^_^ Kaname tortured Aido a little, though he deserved it *glares at Aido* Zero-chan is safe now… Well as safe as he ever is lol. I sincerely hope you continue to read and review, thank you for the comment!

Love332- Aw, please don't cry. It gets happier, I promise! *holds out cookie from GomenTillTheEnd* Cookie? *coughs* Anyway! I hope the rest of the chapters make you happy!

Hwangpah- I am glad you think it's interesting, it's what I'm going for. Here is the next chapter for you! Thank you for reviewing, and I hope you continue to do so. Also, thanks for the story alert add.

Additional thanks to azure witch for the story alert add. Also, thank you lupin181 for the story alert and favorite story add. Thank you TelLeySin for the favorite story add.