Disclaimer: I do not own Katekyo Hitman Reborn. Obviously. It's only the sixth chapter, and I'm already sick of typing that. Geh.
Alright, next chapter! It turns out school was so boring the last two days (and I mean even more than usual) that I actually spent a lot of time thinking of ideas for this fic! The first day back to school after break was a bitch. I've realized I hate my tech teacher more than I even knew. Not only is he a creeper that practically looks down girls shirts during class, apparently he's also a morning person. Oh, I hate him so! But I'm done complaining now. On to better things.
In this chapter, I take some liberties with how Hibari's tonfa work. I don't think that's how they work in either the manga or the anime. In both, he just kind of has them one minute, and they're gone the next. So, for this story, I had to come up with a semi-reasonable excuse. I don't personally think it's that good, but, hey, it works. Also, I kind of feel like this chapter goes by too fast, and it doesn't really flow. But I can't think of how to fix it!
13 reviews?! Are you kidding? This is great! That's 31! You guys are the best!
Sasu-Sama Sarukiji-Sempai: I read your reviews for both chapter 3 and 4, and I had to reply to them! I'm sorry I missed them before! Thanks!
-JenniClouds: I had to put the kiss in at the end! I couldn't resist. And Mukuro was knocked out so fast because I didn't want to write a fight scene! I just wrote one, and I'm so horribly lazy. Sorry! They're related because Fong was the only one in the series that actually looked like he could be related to Hibari, and you can't have Fong without I-pin. Besides, since it never shows Hivari's parents, I have creative license. *shrugs* I wasn't planning on putting in Dino, but who knows. You'll see more of Yamamoto, Tsuna, and Gokudera this chapter, or the next one (just in case I forget). Love you!!!
Gravefire: Oh, I get writers block all the time. It'll come, just you wait. I-pin calls Hibari Onii-san because even though he's her uncle, I think he's too young to actually be called an uncle, and Onii-san just kind of fits better. You know? Or am I just being weird? To be honest, that kiss was on an impulse of mine. It just kind of...happened. Thank you so much! You rock too!
supercherryninja: A review for both! Super! Don't you just hate it when a break ends? The hardest part for me was that I can't sleep in anymore. I have to wake up at six now, as opposed to, I don't know, ten! Oh, the unfairness! Thanks for the the reviews!
Seriyuu: I'm glad you liked it! That's what I hope for when I write!
Takahashi Reina: No, I don't think Hibari will ever be bored with Mukuro either. At least, I don't plan on letting him be. I'm so evil! The wife...never even thought up a name. I think I'll have I-pin be adopted. I really don't want to think up another OC right now. Lazy me. Thanks!
Kajune: Two reviews! Yeah! I'll be honest (and this is horrible of me) I was honestly kind of worried when you didn't review! I'm sorry, that's selfish, but true! Anime is just fine. I love it! I'm glad you liked the fight. It was kind of harder to write than I thought it'd be. I'm sorry Mukuro was knocked out so fast. I just didn't want to put in another fight scene! As for eye colors, I'm kind of just guessing at this point. I'm colorblind (not officially, but if you met me, you'd think so too), so thanks for pointing that out. I think I'm going to keep them as gray though. Just because. I'm sorry it wasn't Mukuro's first kiss, but he needs to kiss someone to 'steal' their heart, so what are you gonna do. If it makes you feel any better, it was Hibari's first kiss. Yeah, it's a lame excuse, but it's the best I've got, and I'm sticking with it. Here's your new chapter!
Allen Walker the Crowned Clown: School = homework. It sucks doesn't it? I'm glad you took the time out of your valuable homework time to read and review though. Good luck!
totallycraz4anime: I'm so glad it made you happy! They kind of make my day too. Thanks a million for reviewing!
ihibari: You love it? Awesome! There is no such thing as using awesome too many times. Don't worry, I plan to finish this. Eventually. Probably... Uh, anyways, thanks for the review, and bless you too!
Long responses, but it was worth it! ^^ I forgot the warning the last few chapters, so I think I'm just going to ditch it. After all, it'll be the same every chapter: Mukuro being himself, Hibari being himself. Consider this your warning. If I do decide to change this to an M story, I will put in warnings for M rated chapters, but other than that, I'm done. Now that that's out of the way, on to the story!
Love's Many Risks
Chapter 5: Mukuro's Saturday
Love can be a scary thing. It makes us become something different from what we are. When you fall in love, it's like giving part of your heart away. It's offering that part of you to another, and hoping they don't break it. It gives someone power over you. Love makes people do crazy things. So, even knowing all this, why do humans still fall in love?
Simple: because despite all these things, love can also be the sweetest feeling in the world. It makes you feel euphoric, and light, and happy. It's about taking risks. Yes, that's what it is. Love is a risk.
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Lucky for Mukuro, the next day was a Saturday, so he wouldn't have to worry about Hibari's imminent wrath until Monday. He probably should have been more ashamed about forcing that kiss upon the smaller boy, but in all honestly, he was quite content. The look on his face had been absolutely priceless! If Mukuro had been carrying a camera, he definitely would have taken a few pictures. Also, besides that, the kiss had been...pleasant. Which was more than he could say about a few of his previous targets. Hibari had soft lips, and he smelled nice. Not bittersweet, like every other human. His scent was clean and refreshing, like the air just after a rainstorm. He liked that scent.
The demon didn't know why his human smelled different, but hey, he wasn't complaining.
Wait, what?
He stopped short, both physically and mentally. He was on a walk through a random park in Namimori, enjoying his free day, but suddenly, that didn't seem so important anymore.
His human? When had he started calling Hibari that? Even in his head, it sounded weird. Not unwanted, but weird. Mukuro sighed, continuing his walk. The fresh air helped clear his mind. He had almost managed to forget about a certain school-delinquent-who-shall-not-be-named when he came to a clearing. Blooming sakura trees surrounded it, shading and protecting it from both the sun and all but the most observant of passerby. Pink petals littered the grass floor, and more were falling slowly, gently floating down on the breeze. But despite the beautiful view, Mukuro was oblivious to all of it. His eyes were trained on the slender figure lounging lazily under a tree. Wonderful.
Hibari's eyes were closed, and he looked like he could be asleep. Mukuro was trying to figure out his chances of escape, and, finding them in his favor, took a careful step back. A single sakura petal landed on his shoe. He paid it no attention, until he looked up again and found bright black eyes trained on him, fully alert and awake. The other boy blinked once. When he found that Mukuro was still there when he re-opened his eyes, he stood, watching him warily. Silent anger flooded his delicate features, and his obsidian eyes narrowed.
"What are you doing here, Rokudo?" he asked coldly.
Mukuro, to his credit, recovered quickly. He smirked. "Am I not allowed to go where I please, Kyoya-kun?"
Hibari tensed, and pulled out his tonfa. Mukuro realized that he kept them in his belt. It was actually kind of a cool trick. Apparently, they folded up until they were just two thin sets of bars clipped to his belt. His jacket usually hid them, so it explained why he never appeared to be carrying any weapons. He must have gotten quite good at unfolding them fast, as even the demon, with his enhanced sight, hadn't been able to see them the first time. Granted, Shinji and Kai had been in front of him, partially blocking his sight, but still. "Stupid herbivore," was Hibari's terse response.
"The stupid herbivore who left you speechless last night," Mukuro responded without missing a beat.
"What-"
"It's a common way of saying good-bye," he continued. "Or didn't you know that?"
"I'm going to bite you to death," the teen growled.
"Is that a threat?" Mukuro asked, switching to a low, almost seductive voice for the last part. "Or a promise?"
Hibari launched himself at the other boy, tonfa raised. The demon raised a his hands calmly, catching both mid-strike. He was not about to have a repeat of what happened yesterday. He had been caught unawares, mistakenly thinking that the boy wouldn't attack him in the middle of his house. Wrong. He wasn't usually that weak. It's just that Hibari had a strong punch for someone his size. Or any size, really. And he was precise, and knew where a hit would hurt the most. Mukuro was honestly lucky that he had woken up as quickly as he did.
Either way, now he was ready for anything the boy could throw at him. Or so he thought. He had just enough time to release his hands at the sound of sliding metal before thin, deadly spikes detached themselves from the seemingly smooth metal. He jumped back a bit, raising his eyebrows.
"Those are some interesting weapons." he said, whistling in appreciation.
"I you to die."
The demon dodged the blow aimed for his head easily, but only narrowly escaped the one immediately after, thrown towards his ribs in a wide sweeping motion. Wow. He's actually trying to seriously injure me. Mukuro realized, impressed. He hadn't fought in so long. Surely just a little spar would be okay...
He shook his head quickly, trying to rid himself of the thought. Now wasn't the time. Maybe later, when he returned to Hell. He dodged another swing, uneasily aware of how much the spikes would hurt should they actually hit. Mukuro would have to find a way to disarm the teen.
A plan began to form. He smiled deviously as it took shape, taking a liking to it instantly. He backed up, narrowly avoiding a few shots to the head, before leaping forward, taking the other boy momentarily off-guard. And that moment was all he needed. Quickly, he brought up a fist and punched Hibari's arm. The teen, surprised, dropped his weapon. The demon snatched it away before it could hit the ground, then ran. Hibari stood there, dumbfounded, for a second, trying to figure out what had just happened. He composed himself quickly, taking off after the other.
They ran for what must have been at least a mile, before they came to a small pond. It was shallow, with clear blue water and water lilies floating on the surface. Neither boy noticed this, though, because they were glaring at each other. Hibari was bent over, hands on his knees, panting. Mukuro looked slightly less tired, but was also panting lightly. He still held the teen's weapon.
"Give it back," the smaller boy growled out through breaths.
"Hm."
"I mean it."
"I'm sure you do," he assured teasingly, drawing a scowl from his companion. "I'm just thinking about what my answer should be."
Hibari brandished his other tonfa warningly, and Mukuro held up his hands defensively.
"Just kidding!"
He relaxed slightly, but didn't lower his weapon. The other teen looked around, searching for something to get them out of this standoff. His eyes landed on a small white lily near shore. He reached down and scooped it up, shaking off the water still clinging to his hand carelessly. Mukuro held out the flower to the boy.
"For you, Kyoya."
It was the first time he'd used Hibari's name without even any honorific, but hedidn't appear to notice. He was glancing back and forth between the flower and Mukuro witheringly.
"You're joking right?"
"Not even a little."
Much to the demon's surprise, the slender male promptly plucked the flower out of his hand. He examined it until he noticed Mukuro's questioning expression.
"It's not like the flower did anything," he replied simply. "I'll just give it to I-pin."
"I'm hurt."
"You will be soon if you don't give me back my tonfa," he threatened. Mukuro threw the weapon at him, but before the teen could even catch it, he bolted off, not waiting to see what Hibari would do once he got a hold of it again. He didn't think the other boy would be so kind as to knock him out quickly this time.
"I'll see you on Monday, Kyoya," he called over his shoulder as he sped away. It took Hibari a few seconds to register what he'd just said.
"Don't call me that!" All that answered him was the demon's chuckle, getting rapidly quieter as he moved away.
"Kufufu..."