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-TrueAlvonFan19

If Alvin thought he was stressing before, he was wrong. He was stressing more than ever and he was constantly pacing in their room. He kept looking in the mirror, not looking at himself, but making sure he still had a reflection. He didn't know when the change would begin, but he remembered Simon's happened the next day. He looked at the clock. It was only nine in the morning. Simon and Theodore were helping Dave make some calls for some performances for them. Dave still thought he was too ill to work.

Before they left to help Dave, Simon tried to convince Alvin to relax and lay down for a bit until he was done. But almost as soon as Simon left, he was up and about, too antsy and anxious to sit around, let alone laying around. His brothers had been helping Dave for an hour and a half now and he briefly wondered if Simon could feel his emotional mess he was making right now.

When he finally stopped pacing, he was hit with another dizzy spell. He knew he had to eat something, but he didn't trust his stomach to hold any food. With the way it was dancing around, he was surprised he hadn't been sick yet. With a sigh, he went back to his bed and sat on the edge, waiting for the room to stop spinning.

Their bedroom door was opened by Simon. "I'll be right back Dave," he said, holding the door open. He closed it once inside and went over to Alvin. Alvin looked at him. "Alvin, I told you to relax."

"I am," Alvin lied. Simon narrowed his eyes.

"We both know you're not. I can feel your emotions, Alvin. I only came when I felt your dizzy spell. Now, you need to stay in bed, stop pacing, and eat something. I'll ask Theodore to make you a sandwich or something. But until I finish helping Dave, you need to stay put," Simon instructed.

"How can I relax knowing any minute now I'll become a vampire?" Alvin snapped. Simon folded his arms, his anger with Drake hitting him with a vengeance.

"I've been looking into ways on how to stop it from happening. But right now I'm busy, Alvin," Simon told him. At hearing there were ways to prevent it, Alvin was intrigued.

"There's ways to stop it from happening?" he asked, sounding hopeful. Simon smiled.

"There are. I'm just trying to find one that I know I can do. Now just relax, ok?" Simon asked. Alvin nodded and sat back against his pillow.

"Ok, Simon," Alvin whispered. Simon smiled once more and grabbed Alvin's hand, holding it for a few seconds before letting go and leaving to help Dave some more.

Alvin looked at his hand in wonder. He didn't flinch at all at the contact. Maybe he was getting better where their relationship was concerned. He smiled at the thought.

Drake grinned the whole time he was wandering around the halls before entering his kitchen. He knew his prodigy had discovered what he had done. But really, how could he resist? After having his way with the oldest chipmunk, he simply had to get a taste of the delicious blood his creation was getting on a regular basis.

And it was amazing! Almost as good, if not better, than Simon's blood. He had nearly killed the young child due to how much he had drank, but he stopped soon enough and thus, he was going to have another protégé soon. At this rate, he'll have the whole group under his wing.

He chuckled, pouring himself some wine. Nah, the youngest one didn't nearly spark his interest like the older ones did. But he may as well bring him along, just to keep them in sync with one another. He was looking forward to his next encounter with the two older ones. He knew it was going to be soon.

Theodore made Alvin a sandwich and some more of the soup from yesterday. Alvin devoured both in less than five minutes and so created a minor stomachache due to not pacing himself properly. He would rather his stomach hurt from eating too fast over having himself constantly dizzy due to not eating enough.

With a sigh, he climbed off his bed and went back over to his mirror. He stared at himself, taking in all his details. He started with his cap, which he had been wearing sideways since he and his brothers turned ten. He looked at his thick hair, which he kept brushed to the right, some of it barely brushing the top of his eyes. His eyes remained the blue they always were, but since he had been attacked a couple weeks ago, they weren't as bright as normal. He could see some of it coming back though, and he smiled. He bypassed his overall body, not a big fan of thinking about it much anymore and sighed again.

"I thought I told you to relax," Simon's voice came from behind him, making Alvin jump and turn to face him. He had forgotten Simon didn't have a reflection.

"I'm…" Alvin was going to deny it, but he didn't. "Sorry…" he whispered. Simon smiled in understanding. He rested his hands on Alvin's upper arms in a comforting gesture.

"I understand, Alvin," Simon said. "But I'm sure I've come up with a way to stop the change. But I can only do it once the change has begun."

Alvin was curious as to what way he had come up with. He knew Simon well enough to know that if he was meant to explain it to him he would have done so already. He figured maybe whatever it was would be more effective if he was left in the dark about it. So he simply nodded.

"Now, why don't you tell me what's on your mind?" Simon suggested, guiding his brother back to his bed. Alvin let out a breath. He knew this was coming. He climbed onto his bed and Simon followed suit.

"Alright," he said. "Simon, have you decided on whether or not you're going to stay a vampire?" Simon blinked in surprise at the question.

"Not yet," he answered. "Why don't you tell me a little on what you think about it, Alvin? Your opinion to this decision matters too."

Alvin shrugged and shifted so he was facing his brother more completely. "I've done a lot of thinking, Simon, about everything since the attack. I've got so much constantly going on in my mind."

Simon nodded.

"I've thought about us," Alvin continued, "About if we'll ever be able to be an 'us' again. I've thought a lot about the claim. I've given your patience a lot of thought too."

Simon waited for him to continue.

"And on those things, I think we can move on," he admitted. Simon arched an eyebrow. "I know you may not be sure, but I am. I've accepted that it wasn't your doing. I managed to erase the image of you as my attacker from my mind. And look," Alvin grabbed Simon's hand and held it in his, "I can handle your touch just like before."

Simon smiled, but he felt the need to speak up. "I'm glad you're moving past the attack, Alvin. But I feel like you're trying to rush back into things a little." Alvin looked confused. "I mean I'm glad you're not flinching every time we're alone or when we touch. But this, holding hands, it's small."

Alvin nodded. "I know Simon. I'm probably not ready for the more intimate things right now. But all I'm saying is I'm ready to be with you again, you know what I mean?" Simon nodded as well.

"I know," he confirmed. "Now tell me more about the other things."

"Well, I know how I feel about the subject of you staying a vampire, if you choose to that is," Alvin began. Simon motioned for him to continue. "I've thought more about if you were to change back. Remember when Theodore changed back from being a werewolf?" Simon nodded. "He forgot all about it. What if you forget too, if you decided to change back?"

Simon hadn't thought about that. He blinked in thought.

"I mean, I remember you saying that being a vampire didn't make your feelings, it just gave you the confidence you needed to act on them," Alvin continued. Simon nodded. "But what if you forget everything that happened between us?" Simon let out a breath.

He really hadn't thought about that. He looked at Alvin, locking their eyes together. He knew Alvin's concerns were enough to make him sick due to stress. But hearing some of them, in Alvin's own voice, made him fully realize just how much Alvin was emotionally involved with everything going on between them. He was reluctant to tell his brother that he didn't know what would happen if there was a chance that he may forget everything that happened between them. He had always be the reassuring brother, the calm in the storm. He didn't want to be the opposite of that, especially not during a conversation like the one they were having right now.

Alvin waited for Simon's answer, but after a few seconds he knew there might not be one coming. If there was, it was likely not to be one he was hoping for. What did he expect? It would be unfair of him to expect Simon to be the wall of support 24/7. Of course, the fact that there were no words of comfort at this time, Alvin felt hopeless and so he lowered his gaze away from his brother's eyes.

Simon felt Alvin's emotions shift and he frowned. "Alvin," he whispered, scooting closer to his brother and tilting his chin up. "Let's worry about stopping you from changing first, ok?" Alvin searched Simon's eyes briefly and then he nodded. "I'll look into my situation some more, but for now yours is more important." Simon arched an eyebrow with a light smirk, "Just know for now, I'm well aware of what's happened between us."

Alvin was surprised when he felt himself blush at the way Simon said that as well as the look on his face, and he smiled. "Ok." There was no need to dwell on something that hasn't even happened yet. And he was right, his turning into a vampire was something they needed all of their attention on in order to prevent it from taking place.

Simon didn't leave Alvin's side throughout the remainder of the day. It was now lunch time, and he could feel his hunger creeping up on him, but he wasn't going to feed yet. He could feel Alvin's anxiety rising back up again, and he knew he would have to talk to him again soon to get him to calm back down.

"You guys have been quiet all day," Dave spoke up after eating a bite of his egg salad sandwich. "Are you feeling any better, Alvin?"

Alvin looked over at Simon for a few seconds and then at Dave. "A little," he admitted.

That was a serious understatement. His stomach was twisting and churning so much, he felt like he was going to be sick. He pushed his plate away a little and sat back in his spot.

Dave frowned, his face showing his obvious concern for his oldest child. He watched the way Simon brought him closer and saw Alvin's previous downtrodden expression brighten at the action. He was confused on the new behaviors they were having, but pleased at the fact that they were getting along so well, and they have obviously grown closer during this tour. He smiled.

Theodore still has yet to connect Eleanor's questions to his brothers' behavior and so therefor he wasn't really looking for anything off or odd about them. He was simply glad to know Simon was there for Alvin, and he wanted Alvin to feel better soon.

Simon smiled inwardly when he heard the familiar sound of Alvin's heartbeat increasing after he had pulled him closer in a comforting gesture. Yes, he was indeed improving as far as their relationship. He couldn't remember the last time he had made his brother's heart race out of desire or excitement or shyness. It was good to hear it again, and he hoped to always hear it. It was a trait of being a vampire he truly loved to have.

Alvin looked up at him with a grateful smile and then looked back at his plate. He eased the plate back towards himself and continued eating his lunch, taking smaller bites, but eating it nonetheless. He hadn't expected his heart to practically skyrocket when Simon simply put his arm around his shoulders and pull him closer by a few inches. He knew Simon had caught it when he felt the grip on him tighten by a fraction and he blushed at the fact that he had heard it.

After lunch, Simon led Alvin back into their room so they could talk. It was then Alvin remembered Simon hadn't eaten recently. As soon as the door was closed behind them, Alvin turned and faced his brother. "You haven't eaten yet, Simon," he said.

Simon nodded. "I know, Alvin." Alvin furrowed his eyebrows in confusion. Simon guided him to the bed and had him sit down before doing so himself. "Don't worry about that right now. I told you, my situation isn't important right now."

Alvin nodded, trusting Simon knew what he was doing. "Ok." He shifted on his bed a little and looked at Simon. "So, what's up?" Simon looked at him with such intensity Alvin had to look away.

"You're getting anxious again, Alvin," he began. Alvin bit his lip and shrugged the statement off, not looking at Simon. "You need to relax. I keep telling you that."

"I am relaxed, Simon," Alvin said, looking at his brother. Simon arched an eyebrow.

"Really, Alvin?" he asked. Alvin shifted his gaze.

"What?" he asked. Simon folded his arms.

"You're really going to try and pull that on me? You and I both know that I know you so much better than that. Plus, our bond says differently," Simon said. Alvin huffed and sat back against his pillow.

"So I'm still on edge, sue me. I'm supposed to go through some metamorphosis soon. It's kind of hard to maintain my cool knowing that," Alvin said sarcastically. Simon nodded in thought.

"But still, I told you I have a plan on how to prevent it," Simon reminded. "What, you don't trust me anymore?" Alvin rolled his eyes.

"Don't even start with that," Alvin snapped. "You know I trust you. But still, it's an uneasy thought, you know?" Simon smiled.

"I know. I just don't want you to make yourself sicker stressing about a situation that's pretty much solved," Simon explained. Alvin nodded.

"Ok, Simon," Alvin said softly.

"Now, can I mention something?" Simon asked. Alvin looked at him. Simon smiled. He gently grabbed Alvin's chin and tilted his face up a little more, causing the older to blush and the familiar sound of his heart speeding up hit his ears. "I think I'm starting to get a more positive reaction out of you when I do little things again, you know."

Alvin searched Simon's eyes, remaining silent. It was true. He didn't know how it happened, or when it began to change, but Alvin knew it was true. That attraction to his brother was coming back with a vengeance. It would have been an overwhelming experience, possibly even frightening, but Simon knew how to approach something like this with ease. And so thanks to his patience, having something like this taking place wasn't scary or overwhelming. It felt natural, and he knew Simon knew that as well.

In a soft voice, Simon whispered, "You want to kiss me..." It wasn't a question. The words made Alvin's heart skip a beat. The idea of kissing Simon made the speed of his racing heart increase and Simon smiled. No more words were said and Simon leaned in, starting off slow just in case Alvin wasn't completely ready. He brushed their lips together in a chaste kiss and Alvin's eyes closed to savor the feeling. When Simon pulled back, Alvin looked at him. He let go of Alvin's chin, lowering his hand to grab Alvin's.

"C...can we try that again?" Alvin asked in a whisper, his heart pounding against his chest, a blush still on his cheeks. Simon rested his forehead against Alvin's, a smile still on his face.

"We can," he whispered back, closing the distance between them once more and pressing their lips together. The feeling of pure happiness, bliss, and utter completeness hit Alvin hard and he kissed his brother back. A blinding white light erupted behind his eyes as Simon began a gentle gliding of his lips against his. His breath caught at the sensations he was feeling and he copied the actions his brother was doing.

Simon smiled into the kiss, pulling Alvin closer, wrapping his arms around his back. He had to admit, this was a big step for Alvin, and he was surprised he didn't pull back as all of this was taking place. He hadn't expected Alvin to make such progress in a few weeks. It must be their bond as well, and the feelings he was experiencing because of them. All in all, he was glad Alvin wasn't afraid to be with him anymore, at least not with things like this. The more intimate things will take more time.

Eventually, Alvin initiated breaking the kiss, pulling back slowly. Simon loosened his hold on Alvin, looking at him to see what his expression said about what just took place. The most significant feature, since Alvin's eyes were downcast, was the bright, deep blush on his cheeks. Simon smiled.

Alvin's expression changed immediately though as something painful hit him. His breath caught at the force and the unexpectedness of it. Simon sensed the change in his brother's emotions and he pulled him close, tilting his head up so he could see his face.

He watched Alvin's blue eyes shift from blue to pitch black, meshing with the rhythm of a heartbeat pulsation. Alvin put his hands onto Simon's elbows, tightening the grip when the pain shot through him again. "S-Si…" he whispered, his voice laced with pain.

Simon felt Alvin's nails dig into his skin, but ignored it. He shifted his position, sitting onto his knees and eased Alvin back against his pillow, making him lay down. Sitting down next to him, Simon watched his brother. He had to wait for the right moment in order to take action. He had to time it precisely; otherwise his solution won't be effective.

Seeing Alvin in pain tore him apart. He could feel it through their bond, but it didn't bother him nearly as much as the pained sounds his brother was making. He caressed Alvin's cheek through another wave of pain, a soft show of reassurance and comfort.

"Simon…" Alvin whispered, his body shaking, his canines trying to grow, but weren't due to his efforts to keep it from happening. "Make it stop…" Simon nuzzled his brother's cheek with his own, watching his eyes shift from blue to black and back again.

Alvin fought the urge to arch his back, closing his eyes against the pain. Why wasn't Simon doing anything? He knew his brother was trying to make it less painful, but his efforts weren't doing much against the change he could feel trying to happen.

Simon could feel Alvin's mixed emotions and he knew he had to reassure him that things will be ok. "Alvin," he said gently, tilting Alvin's chin so their eyes locked. "I know it hurts, but I can't do anything yet until the change is at the halfway point. If I do it now, then it won't work."

Alvin whimpered. He had to go through this for who knows how long… What if he couldn't last that long? The pain running through him was indescribable. His back arched and he turned his head away from his brother, forcing his canines back to their normal length once more.

Simon frowned. He needed Alvin's eye contact in order to keep up with the progress of the change so he knew when to take action. He knew Alvin was upset with having to bear the pain for so long, but he needed him to work with him in order to end it at the right time. He tried to turn his face back towards himself, but Alvin's pitch black eyes met his and he snarled at him. Simon pulled his hand back out of reflex, noting with pure shock that Alvin had momentarily succumbed to the change before he went back to fighting it.

This wasn't good. Why would Alvin let it happen? Even if it was only for a second, a second was all that was needed to make the change final and potentially permanent. He could feel Alvin's body shaking, could feel his pain through their bond rising. He had to get Alvin to deal with the pain so he could do his part. Chances were if Alvin succumbs to it one more time, then he would indeed become a vampire…

Well, how do you like that? I can only imagine the pain Alvin's going through with his change, and the toll it's taking on his body by forcing it back. Let's hope Simon can help his brother through it long enough to take action and reverse the change. Please review for me.

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