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Breaking the Silence

Gwendal opened his eyes slowly, the warrior side of mind kicking into gear when he realized that he was not lying face down on the cold earth but in a relatively soft bed. He slowly reached down to where his sword normally was kept only to recall vaguely leaving it behind in Shin Makoku at the request of the Daikenja.

"Ahh, so you are finally awake von Voltaire-kyo."

Gwendal shifted his head slowly, taking in the smiling face of Murata Ken and feeling a sigh make its way up his throat when he saw the teenager in a floral apron.

"How long have I been asleep?" he murmured, pushing himself up into a sitting position and feeling the small disorientation of moving too quickly.

But the Daikenja did not respond quickly, instead he only hummed in thought before turning back into the small kitchen. A few moments he came out with a tray covered with food which he set on the bedside table before sending a warm smile towards Gwendal.

"I think it has been a little over three days." Murata answered at last, seating himself in the chair that was currently placed at the side of the bed. "I guess all those sleepless nights finally caught up to you. Or maybe your mind has finally been put at ease with the fact that we are in Ritsuka's world."

Gwendal almost felt the need to deny that last claim, but he knew that would be a lie and thus, let it slide. He instead focused his attention on the strange food that the Daikenja had brought over for him.

"So… the big adult is finally awake, hmm." Came a soft voice, accompanied by a small sigh that attracted Gwendal's attention to the other side of the room.

Gwendal stared at the duo taking in their seemingly bizarre choice in clothing to their bright vibrant hair colors. Gwendal mentally noted how the two looked to be about Ritsuka's age in appearance and one had an eye patch covering their left eye.

"You've been refusing to answer our questions ever since you woke up." The red headed child stated in an almost accusing voice, as the two shot annoyed looks at Murata.

"But now that the big one has awakened, you have to answer our questions." Commanded the light green haired child; pointing in an accusing manner at Murata. But before Murata could comment, the bright redhead addressed Gwendal as he popped a sucker into his mouth.

"So Misters, what's your names?"

Gwendal had a twinge of unease about that fact and a quick glance at Murata told the teen to be silent.

"Is it not proper etiquette to ask for another's name before giving your own?"

Gwendal watched as both of the children's ears laid down; one in aggression while the other simply seemed to be disappointed. The eye patch kid stepped forward, twirling his lollipop around for a moment before a small smile crossed his face.

"I think I like your spirit, Mister!"

The light green haired boy looked about to protest before he was cut off once more by the red head.

"My name is Natsuo. This is my Sacrifice Youji. Zero."

"NATSUO!" Youji yelled in a tone that was crossed between horror and anger as he "death glared" the other boy.

But Natsuo simply ignored the glaring youth in favor of looking back and forth between the newcomers.

"So? What's your name?" Natsuo questioned, tilting his head in a way that cause Gwendal to recall his missing Sacrifice with an aching heart.

Apparently, He did not hide his emotions as well as he thought for suddenly Murata was speaking up for the two of them.

"I am Murata Ken. And this is Gwendal von Voltaire."

Natsuo tilted his head in thought staring once more at Gwendal, while Youji still looked a little annoyed but curious as well.

"So what's your real name?" Natsuo prodded, his bright green eyes stared critically into Gwendal's stony blue, as if he was searching for an answer that only he knew.

There was an uncomfortable silence that descended onto the room as both Gwendal and Murata looked at the boy with varying degrees of shock and uncertainty. Natsuo simply smiled slowly, as if figuring out the mystery to the whole situation.

"You two aren't a fighting pair are you?"

Gwendal narrowed his eyes at the question, his mind instantly knowing what this boy was talking about but decided to keep his cards hidden for a little longer.

"What do you mean?" Gwendal hedged, watching a slightly annoyed gleam enter the more curious boy's eyes.

"I might look like a child, but I am a Fighter Unit first." Natsuo said seriously, lifting up his long sleeve and showing the small 'zero' that was written on the inside of his forearm. "And I can tell you are a fighter as well."

The room fell silent again as all eyes seemed to turn to Gwendal as the general weighed his options in his head.

But, it seems this child has been truthful to me Gwendal reasoned, looking between the two youngsters, I should be truthful as well.

"My true name…" Gwendal began, hesitating for a moment as he shared a look with Murata before whispering, "Is Loveless."

The statement was greeted with shocked faces and gasps of surprise. Natsuo's mouth hung open so much that his lollipop slipped out and clattered to the floor.

"N-No way!"

"Your Ritsuka's Fighter Unit?"

"Poor Soubi!"

The two began to shout and talk over each other, but Gwendal was only able to hear one name in the conversation that captured his attention utterly.

"You know Ritsuka?" He half asked half demanded, silencing the shouting match but receiving an annoyed look from the light green haired boy.

"Of course we know him!" Youji snapped, ears lying back against his head.

But before more could be said, Natsuo cut in.

"He was Soubi's Sacrifice and this is Soubi's apartment."

But this only seemed to spark a fire within Gwendal that caused the normally reasonable general to lean forward, a wild look in his eye.

"Where is he?" Gwendal demanded, his voice laced with desperation. "Where is Ritsuka!"

The two youngsters quieted once more, a look of sadness coming to each of their faces as Natsuo answered, "I don't know, Soubi and Ritsuka have gone MIA for the past few days."

Gwendal slummed slightly, feeling the fire burn out and his hope leave him slightly.

"Ever since Seimei came back into the spot light…" Natsuo began, but was cut off by a sudden steely glare shot at him by the General, feeling an almost suffocating aura emit from the suddenly enraged man.

"…Seimei…" Gwendal hissed, leaning forward as he began to shake with uncontrolled rage. "I am going to kill that man!" His voice took on an edge and his eyes began to almost glow an eerie blue. "He took Ritsuka away from me." The room began to shake slightly, startling everyone in the room except the one creating the disturbance. "I can never forgive him."

Suddenly Gwendal reached forward and grasped the collar of Natsuo dragging him forward slightly as he glowered into the boys eyes. Glasses began to shatter, shards flying in all different directions.

"Tell me, where are they?"

"Von Voltaire-kyo!" Murata leapt to his feet and tried to loosen the general's grip on the boy, but to no avail. Youji also sprang forward to try and free his fighter, but was also met with no success.

"You need to calm your fury." Natsuo stated shakily, his eyes wide with the power that was radiating off of this man. "Your power is getting out of control you need to calm down."

Natsuo watched as the blue glow began to die down slightly, as Gwendal's eyes began to war with internal emotions.

"We want to find Ritsuka as much as you." Natsuo assured, resting his small hands on top of the slowly calming down general.

"He is our friend…" Youji stated quietly, his eyes portraying understanding as he looked at Gwendal. An edge of determination crept into his young face. "We will find him and make sure to put that bastard brother of his down for good."

*~*~*(BREAK)*~*~*

Ritsuka twirled a lock of his dark hair, a small bubble of unexplainable hope filling his chest. Something was different about this day, Ritsuka could feel it in the air. He turned his attention away from the plate of sandwiches to stare out the large window that let in the bright sun light.

He had a small craving to go outside and play with the kids he could see in the park, but knew that he would not be allowed outside until Seimei trusted him again.

Or gets a leash Ritsuka thought bitterly, standing up and walking over to sit in the large plush chair that was situated in the warm beam of sunlight. He curled up comfortably, enjoying the heat and allowing it to fuzz over his twisted, but pleasant thoughts.

*~*~*(BREAK)*~*~*

Seimei quietly knocked on the large heavy door, pushing it open soon after when he remembered that he would not be hearing a response. He took in the slight form that was currently curled up in the large arm chair, causing a small genuine smile to creep onto his lips.

He walked slowly over to Ritsuka, walking as silently as he could before he stood just to the side of the chair. He carefully carded his large hand through the soft locks of his little brother's hair, a small pleased smile crossing his face when a contented sigh escaped the boy's lips.

But the quiet moment was shattered when a small voice that Seimei had not heard in days spoke.

"Gwendal…"

*~*~*(CHAPTER END)*~*~*

On a side note: I really don't know where Natsuo and Yuoji's name is actually located on them. So I just made up a place! If you know where it is, please tell me and I will fix it!

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