Halloween was amazing! I dressed as Zombie Naruto and scared lots of kids. -Grins- I hope you all had as good of a Halloween as me!

Enjoy!

*~*Shane*~*

Adrian grunted as he slammed the trunk of his car shut. His black gloves left hand prints on his snow covered car but he didn't mind. He looked up to see Kiba still brushing snow off the windshield. He smiled softly at the brunette who noticed he was staring. Kiba returned the smile, a light blush on his cheeks before going back to brushing the snow off the car.

"Adrian! Are you two ready?"

The raven haired boy looked over to his mother walking towards him. "Yea." He noticed Akamaru in her arms. "Everything's loaded."

Claire smiled at her son before handing him Akamaru. "Good. You have directions right?"

Adrian hugged Akamaru to his warm body. "Already programmed into the GPS. We'll be fine mom."

She sighed and quickly hugged her son. "I know you will. This is the first time we're spending Christmas apart."

"Dad's the one who wants to go to your mother's house. I have to go see Nana." He said, leaning into his mother since he couldn't hug her back with Akamaru in his arms.

"I know." She sighed softly, pulling away form him. "She needs to see you too." Her eyes shifted to Kiba who was walking toward them. "She wants to meet you too, Kiba." She gave the brunette a smile which he returned.

"Mom. Does Dad hate me?"

Claire blinked before looking at her son. She sighed softly, reaching out to brush her son's cheek. "Give him time." She leaned forward, kissing his cheek before pulling back. "We'll talk all about this after Christmas, okay?"

Adrian searched his mother's eyes. "Mom..."

She just shook her head. "It's a happy time Adrian. Let's leave it at that for now."

"Okay." He nodded solemnly.

"Good." She turned to Kiba and kissed his cheek as well. "You two be safe, alright?"

"We will." Adrian handed Kiba Akamaru before giving his mother one last hug.

"Call me when you get there. We'll be leaving soon too."

Adrian nodded, releasing his mother. "Alright. Bye." He moved to open the car door.

"Bye." Claire smiled at them before leaving to stand on the front porch.

Adrian entered the driver's side while Kiba put Akamaru in the back seat. The white puppy was excited and jumped onto the arm rest between the two front seats after Kiba closed the door. Adrian started the black car as Kiba climbed into the passenger's seat. He turned the heat on and set it before clicking his seatbelt on.

"Ready?" He asked Kiba.

The brunette glanced at Adrian's mom standing on the front porch waving. "Idaho is a long drive."

"Yea. But it'll give us time to talk."

Kiba shifted his eyes to Adrian's sparkling green ones and reached over to grasp his hand that was resting on his thigh. "Yes." Adrian smiled at him before backing out of the driveway.

Idaho was a long drive. About nine hours from where they lived. They were driving to Idaho because that was where Adrian's grandmother on his father's side lived. Every Christmas was spent with her. But for some reason, this year, his father wanted to go spend it with his mother's mother.

Adrian knew the real reason. His father knew Adrian would go see his Nana no matter what. His father wanted to be away from him. Maybe so he could have time to think. Adrian wasn't sure, but he didn't want to think about it. Christmas was a happy time and he hadn't seen Nana Val since last Christmas.

Nana Val was as Christian as his parents but for some reason, she was just more understanding. Adrian wasn't afraid to tell her the truth. In fact, she already knew he was gay. She had known for years. She kept it to herself though. She understood Adrian better than anyone and that was why he and Kiba were going to see her this Christmas.

Adrian was nervous though. Nana Val knew he was gay but she didn't know about Kiba. She knew Kiba had moved in with them so Adrian was sure she had her suspicions. His mother had told Nana Val all about Kiba and pretty much everything that had happened. For being in-laws, the two of them were very close.

So Kiba was nervous too. Adrian thought very high of his Nana. What if she didn't like him? What could that mean for the two of them? He didn't want to voice his worries to Adrian. He had a feeling his worried were wrong anyway. The way Adrian spoke about his Nana helped Kiba believe that the woman was very accepting for anyone. Then again, she didn't know the truth. No one did.

Not about his and Adrian's relationship. But about him. About his past and what was really wrong with him. Adrian didn't even know and he was terrified to tell the boy. Their relationship was just starting. He was afraid to tell Adrian. Afraid the boy would run. But deep down, something nagged him, telling him the raven haired boy would never do that. After everything Kiba had been through, he wasn't sure how to trust anyone anymore though. That fear was what was keeping him from getting closer to Adrian. A fear that he wasn't sure if he could ever overcome.

Kiba glanced at the boy driving beside him. Adrian's green eyes were locked on the road surrounded by snow but a soft smile graced his lips. Kiba sighed softly, a smile coming to his own lips. For now, he would enjoy the time he had with Adrian. Even if it might not be that much.

After five hours of driving it was time for a rest. It was now lunch time since they had left early that morning. It was Sunday and Christmas was Wednesday. They expected to arrive at Nana Val's by five if traffic wasn't too bad.

They pulled into a rest stop off the highway for lunch and so Akamaru could have a potty break. The place was pretty simple with a Wendy's, a convenience store, and a gift shop all in one. They were finally in Idaho but it would take another four hours just to get to Nana Val's house.

Adrian sighed as he turned the car off, running a hand through his hair. "Gah. I hate driving so much."

Kiba glanced at him while he hooked the leash onto Akamaru's collar. "It is a long ride."

Adrian nodded, taking his seatbelt off. "I'm starving. I'll go get us food while you walk Aka, mk?"

"Alright." Kiba nodded, taking his seatbelt off as well.

Adrian smiled at him before getting out of the car. Kiba followed him with Akamaru in his arms. Snow covered the ground and the air was cold so Adrian ran inside to be quick.

Kiba watched the boy before placing Akamaru on the ground. He led the puppy over to the designated pet area so he could go potty. He watched Akamaru sniff around before finally going to the bathroom. Kiba knew the puppy was hungry too and hoped Adrian would get him something to eat too.

The brunette picked up the white puppy when he was done with his business and took him back to the car. He cleaned off Akamaru's snowy paws before placing him back into the car.

"You stay here while I go help Adrian, okay?" The puppy wagged his tail and bounced on the black leather seat. "Be good." He patted the puppy's head before locking the doors and shutting the door. Adrian had the keys.

Kiba shoved his hands in his pockets before heading toward the big store. The doors opened for him when he arrived and he walked in, looking around for the raven haired boy. He found him leaning against the counter at Wendy's with some guy way too close to him. Adrian had a slight blush on his cheeks as the guy with dark hair spoke to him. Kiba narrowed his eyes slightly before making his way over to them.

Adrian noticed him and a look of relief crossed his face. "Ah! Kiba." He slipped out from in front of the guy and quickly made his way over to the brunette. He grabbed his arm and hugged it to his chest. "See, this is my boyfriend."

The dark haired guy eyed Kiba for a good two minutes before huffing and walking away.

Adrian sighed, rubbing a hand over his face. "Ah, that was close."

"Who was that?"

"I don't know." Adrian answered his question while hugging his arm tighter. "He just came up to me and started flirting with me and I didn't know what to do."

Kiba's brown eyes found the guy watching them from the other side of the store. He glared at the guy before focusing his attention on Adrian. "You're hot. Guys are going to flirt with you."

Adrian blinked, a blush coming to his cheeks. "Kiba."

The brunette shrugged a smile on his lips. "What? It's true. As long as they know you're mine, it's fine. Did you order yet?"

Adrian blinked again. Kiba acted like it wasn't a big deal. Maybe it wasn't. But Adrian just wasn't used to being hit on. He smiled softly before nodding. "Yea. I got Akamaru a burger too."

"Good." Kiba leaned down and kissed his forehead softly.

The blush on the raven haired boy's cheeks deepened. "Is he in the car?"

"Yes. He won't pee on your seats so don't worry."

Adrian crinkled his nose. "I know."

"You're so cute when you do that." Kiba leaned down and nuzzled his nose against the others.

Adrian blushed more but realized they were being watched. Not only by the guy from before but from other people. People who were giving them dirty looks. Adrian gritted his teeth and wanted to tell them off but knew he shouldn't.

"You want to go wait in the car?" Kiba whispered in his ear.

Adrian shook his head. "No. I'm fine."

Kiba nuzzled into Adrian's cheek, placing a soft kiss below his ear. This caused the boy to shiver. Kiba chuckled softly and kissed him there again. "If they want to stare, let them." Adrian nodded, ignoring the people staring at them and focusing on Kiba's lips by his ear.

"Number 37."

Adrian gasped. "That's us." Kiba smirked against his neck, kissing it once before pulling away to go get their food. Adrian let out a breath he didn't realize he was holding and clasped a hand over his heart. He hadn't expected Kiba to be so open. Especially in public. But, at the same time, he liked it. No one there knew them. They'd never see this people again and so he didn't care what they thought.

Adrian smiled at Kiba when he came back over to him, a bag in his hand. He grabbed the brunette's head between his hands and pulled him down, placing a soft kiss on his lips. Kiba was surprised but returned the small kiss.

"What was that for?"

"For being mine." Adrian grabbed his hand and led him back outside. Kiba smiled, feeling proud. He wasn't sure what he did but he was glad he could make Adrian happy.

They could see Akamaru standing at the window when they neared the car. They both laughed at the puppy before getting into the car. Akamaru was happy he got his own burger and they ate before finally getting back onto the road.

It was a little after dark when they finally arrived to Nana Val's house. Traffic was worst than they expected and they arrived two hours later than planned. Once they pulled into the driveway of the huge three story house, Adrian called his mother to let her know they made it there. His parents weren't due to arrive in California for a while so they were still on the road.

"I can't believe we're finally here." Adrian sighed as he climbed out of the car with Kiba.

"Traffic was horrid." Kiba said off handedly while clipping the leash around Akamaru's collar.

Adrian stretched his back, slamming his door shut. The light on the front porch was on and he saw the front door open. He grinned when he saw a familiar woman poke her head out of the glass door. "Nana Val!" He jumped up, waving to her.

The blonde woman grinned when she saw her grandson and stepped out onto the porch. "About time you got here!"

"Traffic was bad!" He called her as he went to the trunk with Kiba. He popped it and grabbed his suitcase. Kiba grabbed his and shut the trunk before following Adrian up to the house with Akamaru on the ground behind them.

"Get over here you!" Nana Val exclaimed, opening her arms up to Adrian. She was young for a grandmother, about only fifty. Her face was a little wrinkly and her blonde hair was graying slightly but she was still young to anyone.

Adrian dropped his bag at the steps and ran up to his Nana. He engulfed her in a big hug, almost knocking the woman over. "Nana! I missed you so much."

"Missed you too, Darling." She said, hugging him just as tightly.

"SO much has happened."

"I know." She pulled back. "Come inside and tell me all about it. Dinner's hot and ready for you two." She blinked. "Where's Kiba?"

Adrian blinked and turned around to find the brunette by the tree in the front yard with Akamaru. "Ah, letting Akamaru go potty."

"Oh, that's right." Nana Val smiled. "The cute little puppy! Mimi will be happy to have a friend to play with." She was referring to her little Pomeranian, Mimi that she had had for about four years.

"Yup. Kiba!" Adrian called to him. "Come on! It's cold out here."

The brunette nodded and made his way to them. He smiled at Nana Val before picking up his and Adrian's suitcases.

"Well, get in here you two." Nana Val said, moving into the house.

The two boys nodded and followed her into the warm house. Adrian closed the door behind them and took his suitcase from Kiba while the brunette looked over the huge house. Atleast now he knew Adrian's wealth ran in the family.

"Just leave your things by the staircase. I'm sure you two are hungry. Kiba, you can let Akamaru off his leash now."

Kiba blinked before placing his suitcase by the staircase and letting Akamaru off his leash. The puppy suddenly took off running into the dinning room as Adrian placed his suitcase beside Kiba's.

"Nana." Adrian grabbed Kiba's hand and tugged him toward the blonde woman. "This is Kiba. My boyfriend."

Nana Val blinked before a smile filled her face. "Boyfriend?"

"Yes." Adrian nodded, gripping Kiba's hand tightly.

She smiled brightly, opening her arms to Kiba. "Welcome to the family Kiba."

The brunette tensed for a moment before Adrian nudged him toward her. Kiba smiled softly and hugged the older woman. "Thank you."

Nana Val pulled back, a smile still on her face. "Come on. Let's get you two some warm food." She moved to the dining room.

Adrian grinned and pounced on Kiba. "She likes you!"

Kiba chuckled softly, hugging the boy. "Yea."

"Hehe." Adrian giggled before releasing the brunette and moving to remove his jacket and shoes. Kiba followed suit before they went into the dining room. Nana Val had a nice warm dinner set on the table for them. The room itself was pretty big but her house still wasn't as big as Adrian's.

"It looks great Nana."

"Thank you." She smiled, sitting down at the head of the table. "Come, come." She motioned for them to sit down. Adrian sat down at her left and Kiba sat at her right. He noticed Akamaru under the table playing with a small golden dog. Mimi.

Nana Val said graced before they dug in. The dinner was pleasant with Nana Val asking simple questions about how they met. She was kind to Kiba and insisted he call her Nana too. But he just couldn't so she decided he could just call her Val until he felt comfortable enough to call her Nana. Adrian was completely happy with how their evening went.

"So, tomorrow, I though I'd take you two shopping." Nana Val said while clearing the table with Kiba and Adrian's help.

"Shopping? For what?" Adrian asked, picking up their plates.

"Christmas of course. I have no idea what to get either of you, so I figured I'd take you with me." She said with a grin.

"Um, alright."

"Wonderful! Why don't you two go off to bed? You've had a long day. I'll take care of the dishes."

"Are you sure?" Kiba asked.

"Of course. Now shoo." She pushed them out of the kitchen and into the hallway. "Akamaru's going to stay with Mimi so don't worry about him. Good night~." She said before disappearing into the kitchen.

Adrian and Kiba glanced at each other before shrugging and going to get their stuff. Adrian led Kiba up the stairs and to the bedroom he always used. It was his bedroom when he was younger and would come spend the summer with Nana Val. The room was a nice size and even had a king sized bed. Perfect for the two of them.

"We're sleeping together?" Kiba asked, closing the door behind him.

"Is that okay?" Adrian asked him, placing his suitcase at the end of the big four post bed.

"Well... Yes."

"You sure?" He asked, titling his head slightly.

"Yes." Kiba nodded. He didn't want Adrian to think he didn't want him. He just wasn't sure how well he could control himself.

"Good." Adrian smiled before walking to a door beside the bed. "This is the bathroom. It's pretty nice." He winked at Kiba before going inside and closing the door.

Kiba sighed and placed his suitcase on the ground beside Adrian's. His eyes scanned the room before he sat down on the edge of the bed. This would be the first time and he Adrian shared a bed for the night. He was hoping he could handle it. It wouldn't just be for one night though. It would be for four nights. Kiba rubbed his palm over his face, hoping he could hold it in that long.

"You okay?"

Kiba shifted his eyes to the bathroom door where Adrian was leaning against the door frame. "Yes."

Adrian tilted his head at him before sitting next him. "You sure?"

"Yes." Kiba gave him a smile before leaning forward and planting a soft kiss on the boy's lips.

"Okay." Adrian said with a blush. "Let's get ready for bed."

Kiba nodded and stood along with Adrian. The raven haired boy began to undress and Kiba nearly lost it. "W-What are you doing?"

Adrian blinked his shirt almost over his head. "Getting undressed. Aren't you?" Kiba gritted his teeth, not sure what to say. "I mean, is that okay? I sleep in my underwear."

Kiba bit his lower lip. "That's fine."

"You sure?"

"Yea."

Adrian eyed him a moment before taking his shirt off completely. Kiba took a deep breath before undressing as well. He tried not to look at the boy as he slid underneath the covers. Adrian flicked the light off before crawling under the covers as well.

It didn't take long for the raven haired boy to cuddle up to Kiba's side. The brunette slipped his arm under Adrian and allowed the boy to cuddle to his bare side. The spark of bare skin against bare skin was enough to drive them both over the edge. They just weren't used to it. Especially Adrian.

Adrian nuzzled his head into Kiba's neck while wrapping his arm around the brunette's mid section. He pulled his leg over Kiba's and hooked his ankle behind the others. Kiba's breath hitched as his heart began to race.

"Comfy?" He asked.

"Mmmhmm." Adrian mumbled into his neck.

"Good." He tightened his arm around Adrian and turned his head to kiss the boy's forehead. This caused Adrian to look up and for their eyes to lock.

It didn't take long for their lips to meet. The kiss was soft and sweet. A kiss they were used to. But this time, it was different. Kiba cupped Adrian's chin with his other hand and pulled the boy closer to him. He shifted his body so he was facing the boy more and deepened the kiss. Adrian gripped Kiba's hip and the brunette loved the feeling of the boy's cool fingers against his skin.

Kiba pressed his lips against the other's harder earning a soft whimper from the other boy. Kiba's tongue slipped out from between his lips and traced the outline of Adrian's lips. The raven haired boy whimpered softly again, parting his lips slightly. Kiba wasted no time in entering the boy's wet cavern. He allowed his tongue to feel and taste every inch of the boy's mouth.

Adrian let out a soft moan and shifted closer to Kiba. His fingers gripped Kiba's hip with his other hand pressed against Kiba's bare, tan, and warm chest. His heart was pounding and he could feel Kiba's heart pound in sync with his. He pressed his tongue against Kiba's shyly emitting a soft moan from the other.

Feeling brave, Adrian drew Kiba's tongue into his mouth more and began to suck on it. The brunette let out a soft growl before Adrian found himself pressed back into the mattress. He gripped Kiba's shoulders as the brunette hovered above him, his waist between Adrian's legs, and their lips still connected.

Adrian slipped his arms around Kiba's neck as their tongue's played. There was no battle for dominance. There didn't need to be one. They just enjoyed the feeling of one another and embraced it. Kiba left one hand by Adrian's head to hold himself about the other while his other hand trailed along the boy's side, sending shivers were his fingers touched.

Adrian moaned softly and something clicked in Kiba's head. Without warning, he quickly pulled his lips from Adrian's. They both panted lightly, searching each others eyes. Adrian pouted lightly at his brunette, trying to pull him back down. Kiba just shook his head.

"Adrian..." He tried to calm his racing heart. "I can't."

The raven haired boy's pout grew but he didn't feel rejected like last time. "Kiba~." He whined softly. "I want you."

The brunette's eyes widened a fraction. "I realize that. But you and I both know you just aren't ready for this. And... Neither am I."

Adrian sighed softly, knowing Kiba was right. "Fine..."

"Are you mad?" He leaned down, pressing his forehead to Adrian's.

"Not really..." He leaned up and pecked Kiba's lips. "Just a little disappointed. I was enjoying myself."

Kiba chuckled softly, nuzzling his nose with Adrian's. "So was I."

It was too dark to see the blush on both their faces but they knew it was there. Their lips met once more in a softer kiss before Kiba rolled off of Adrian. They assumed their original position and cuddled close together.

"Kiba?"

"Hm?"

"I'm happy you're mine."

Kiba smiled. "Me too. I'm happy you're mine."

Adrian cuddled closer to the brunette and placed a kiss at his collar bone. "Good night."

"Good night."

Kiba listened quietly as Adrian's breathing slowed and the boy feel into slumber. Kiba, however, knew it would take some time for him to fall asleep. His mind was racing and he knew it would take some time for it to slow down. He just couldn't help but feel bad. He wasn't lying to Adrian. He knew that. But he wasn't exactly being honest either. Kiba wasn't ready to tell Adrian the truth. But if he waited any longer it might be too late. He had to tell Adrian before that happened. He wasn't sure how much time he would have left with the boy.

Kiba's arm tightened around Adrian at the thoughts running through his head.

He wasn't ready to leave this boy. He'd never be ready. He was falling for him already and he was pretty sure the boy was falling for him. But he couldn't go on keeping these secrets from him. He would have to tell Adrian everything. And soon.

Kiba took a deep breath, shutting his eyes tightly.

How would Adrian take it? Knowing the truth. The last thing he wanted to do was hurt the boy. He promised he never would. But he just might without realizing it. He didn't want to ever leave Adrian. But he might not have a choice.

Kiba had to tell Adrian. Everything. Before his time ran out.

Oooooo. What could Kiba possibly be hiding? If you guess right you get some of Gaara's famous double choco chunck cookies.

Sorry this took so long. I was busy with Halloween and had a short spurt of writer's block. But I got over it! (love ya Shane~) Haha. I wrote this all in about an hour. Hope you like it. It was pretty long too. Yay!

Did you notice the foreshadowing??? -grins- READ BETWEEN THE LINES PEOPLE!

Anyway, thanks for reading!!!

Don't forget to review!

Or Gaara really won't share his cookies. And trust me. You want his cookies. They are the yummiest!

Byes~

*~*Shane*~*

+Matt+