I seriously need to update faster. I think I'm starting to get my motivation back. Also, I'm planning to continue now Crimson Violet because if I wait until the end of Lost Soul everyone would have already forgotten that story. I almost did =O . Thanks for all the reviews for the past chapter and thanks for being patient enough with me. I hope you all enjoy this chapter
Beta- Seraphic Night Star (love ya)
Disclaimer: If only I owned Vampire Knight I would make sure to have lots of yaoi goodness. But I don't so you are all stuck with Yuki . **growls at Yuki**
Chapter 8
Kaname was seated silently as he waited for Aidou to find the information he'd requested. He was once again alone in the Moon Dorms living room, simply embracing the loneliness and sorting his mixed feelings. The urge for Zero was overwhelming; it was odd, even unexpected. His recent actions proved it. There was an understanding—a care that'd been established, one that hadn't developed into something so powerful as love, though. Love was huge in both meaning and effect, and Kaname didn't exactly see his relationship with the other containing so much of that emotion. But, why would he care for the ex-human? Not once in the past has Zero given him a reason for him to feel any caring feelings. Sure, Zero had helped him defeat Rido and protect Yuki; but he did it all because he wanted the petite girl safe, not because Kaname asked for him to do so.
Kaname made a mental recap of all the times they'd fought. 'Clearly countless times,' he thought with a silent chuckle. There were hardly any good times at all.
He could distinctly remember Zero yelling at Cross-san due to the comments the man had made. Even if those comments weren't for Kaname, he'd been thoroughly amused by them and the bickering between the two. Another was when Zero had drunk from his neck—a feeling awkward, but not unwelcome. He'd later improved, making Kaname quite eager. And the third moment-he hadn't realized it was actually good until a few hours ago. The soft kiss they shared would clearly need to be at the top of the list. 'Funny how things turned out.'
He'd tried to deny it with much effort, but the conclusion was fact—he liked Kiryu Zero, his feelings for Yuki had dimmed to only sister level, and the kiss was unforgettable. Yuki had been almost an obsession to him, so the thought of loving someone else was…strange in his mind; not that he loved Zero or liked...if it could even be called that.
He was still so confused. He couldn't help but wonder what would happen after he'd liberated Zero from his internal prison. Would Zero look at him the same way after their kiss? Probably not. Things could not just go the way they were before after all that has happened. He wasn't aware of the other's feelings on the topic. However, he did know that Hio Akira would pay. Not only had he captured Zero—he'd damaged Kaname's pride in the process.
Kaname was anxious to face his opponent. The power inside Akira was remarkable-almost as powerful as his own. Akira was more powerful than his elder sister, even his uncle, and that, without a doubt, was strange. He was very surprised about Akira's ability to hide his aura and track Zero after several years. His obsession with the silver-haired teen sickened Kaname, and he hoped that Kiryu was still okay.
He shook his head; he'd had enough of the subject for tday. He glanced at his clock. '9:00 pm. Aidou must have found something by now. He's had three hours to find the information.' The blonde was probably taking a break. He barged into Aidou's room without invitation.
"Kaname-sama." Aidou bowed, averting his attention from the tea to his lord.
"Did you find anything? We need to be quick if we expect Kiryu-kun to be saved," Kaname said hastily.
"According to your earlier explanation, Zero's soul somehow appears to be connected with yours. There is some information in that book." Aidou pointed at a crimson book lying innocently on the table. "Nothing else about the soul bond. It is very rare."
"Is it similar to a blood bond?" Kaname inquired.
"It has some things in common like with blood drinking. Here-"Aidou handed Kaname the book, "-this will explain with more details."
"I see." He scanned the pages for 'Sould Bond.' It was near the end of the book, vague with information. But it'd have to do.
Soul Bond:
A rare process of mating consisting of two vampires tying their souls together. It is formed when a vampire of any level drinks the blood of another while an internal, emotional battle takes place. As he/she drinks, emotions are transferred, bonding their souls at once to search for resolve. The time at which the bond is noticed depends on its strength. The more emotions felt during the blood-drinking process, the more connected the souls are.
Effects:
The soul bond is quite similar to a blood bond, both vampires needing each other in order to keep away from insanity. For a soul-bonded vampire, the communication and ability to track his/her partner simplifies, portraying a strong mental connection. When close in distance, snippets of emotions are shared.
Special Note:
One out of ten vampires can form a soul bond, which is absolutely unbreakable.
...
Kaname's eyes widened, the book falling from his hands as he himself fell back. Aidou stared at his leader in slight disbelief; the other usually kept his composure so well. Blue eyes stared carefully at Kaname, who was still digesting the information.
"Are you okay?" Aidou asked softly, concerned about his leader.
"I don't know" was the reply Kaname wanted to voice. He was bonded—eternally—to Zero. "I'm fine now, Aidou."
"Good…"
"Thank you for the information; very useful, indeed." It really had been. He now knew why he and Zero could communicate in their dreams.
"My pleasure." Aidou cleared his throat. "Kaname-sama, do you...mind if I ask a question about the situation?" He was dying for an answer.
The leader spared him a glance. "Very well."
Aidou's eyes fell to the floor momentarily before seeking out his leader, hoping that Kaname wouldn't be offended by his question. "What is it you feel with Kiryu Zero? Does Kaname-sama feel closer to Kiryu?"
"My feelings do not concern you, Aidou. All I can say is that a connection exists between Kiryu-kun and I. Anything beyond that is for me to know and you to stay out of." Kaname's voice had been calm, but the icy undertone was impossible to miss.
"Oh…Alright." Aidou's eyes were now on the book. "Are you aware of Kiryu's location? The bond should tell you; if you tell us now, we'll recover him immediately."
"I'm afraid that my answer is no. Hio Akira put up an almost impenetrable barrier; not even the soul bond appears to work around it. Kiryu-kun's presence is off limits for now, though I shall make an effort to seek him out," Kaname explained.
"You have information about Zero?" Yuki's soft-spoken tone emerged from the now open door.
Kaname stared, startled; the girl had appeared undetected. Maybe his mental search for Zero had affected his senses. And now that she'd overheard him, Yuki would want to offer her assistance. 'Absolutely impossible. I can't allow Yuki to risk her life. I'll…I'll tell her more when Zero is safer.'
"Not much, Yuki." Kaname didn't meet her gaze. He was a phenomenal liar, but he knew that it was inevitable; Yuki always saw right through him.
"Yes, you do. You were just now talking to Aidou about a soul bond and some Hio Akira. That sounds like very important information if you ask me," she pressed on insistently, expression put off at being denied the truth.
"We do not want to concern you with this, Yuki. Leave the work to us-."
Yuki shook her head, earthy hair forming a veil around her eyes. "It doesn't concern me? I was the one that asked for help. I want to look for Zero, as well! He's my best friend and protects me through thick and thin; this is the least I should do," she murmured lowly.
"The enemy we are facing is dangerous, Yuki. More so than you'd imagine. A mere human cannot stand a chance," Kaname tried to reason.
"Then at least let me know what's going on. I promise I won't do anything dangerous. Please Kaname-sama!" Yuki begged.
"I think you should tell her," Aidou, who'd been unusually quiet, had finally spoken up.
Kaname considered the option. Yuki promised not to do anything dangerous; perhaps he could spare her some information. She didn't need to know about his and Zero's...kiss. Some details were meant to be left out.
"Very we-." Kaname cut himself off. Zero's presence engulfed his mind; the barrier had been removed. "Aidou will tell you everything. I must go!" Kaname ignored the "Wait!" that erupted from Yuki.
He'd pinpointed Zero's location.
Akira was once again in Zero's soul—perhaps for the last time. In two hours, the Crimson Moon would reign over the skies, thus making Zero completely his. He couldn't contain his excitement, though his loathing for Kuran hadn't diminished. In the end, however, the silverette wouldn't even remember anything about Kuran, his life at Cross Academy, or the betrayal of his sister. Nothing except Akira and illusions of what life could have been like if Shizuka never tried to get rid of Zero.
He was sitting in Zero's lap; the boy's chin was on the top of his head while pale arms were forcibly wrapped around the raven's waist . Akira had his eyes closed, feeling content at their position.
Zero's feelings were quite the opposite; he would lose his freedom and live in a lie that had Akira invented. All hope about Kaname coming for him was now gone, and his ability of expression or voice was now contained.
"I'm so happy, love," Akira sighed lovingly.
'Good to hear,' Zero sarcastically remarked in his mind. 'You're the only one.'
"You'll finally become mine. No more pain for us; only happiness,"Akira continued.
'False happiness,' Zero thought with irritation.
"What would that Kuran boy say if he knew this? I wish I could see his heartbroken face once you and I have our happily ever after. He's posed no threat whatsoever. This barrier is of no use to me anymore." Akira snapped his fingers, the barrier around them receding.
He kissed the corner of Zero's mouth. "I want you so badly, Zero. I can't wait to make you moan on my bed," he purred vulgarly, overjoyed to see the blush.
"I would hold you so close to me, my pretty flower. Make that pale skin of yours be adorned by that adorable blush of your. I would kiss you everywhere. And when I saw everywhere, I meant everywhere." The passionate words rolled off of Akira's tongue with such ease; Zero was worried.
Akira noticed the darkened expression, releasing a brief chuckle. He gave a sharp nip at Zero's earlobe, the ex-human closing his eyes futilely. "I will not do it now, no matter how tempted I am. All in due time."
'Shut up, you perverted bastard,' Zero cursed in his mind, aware of Akira's mind reading powers and waiting for a remark.
Akira ignored the comment and glanced at his watch. "I'll be out right now, love. Don't want to miss the big event now. See you later."
In reality, Akira lied on bed next to Zero's body, a familiar aura leaving a prickling feeling down his spine. Kaname was coming for Zero.
"Show me your power, Kuran. This is the only handicap you'll be getting," Akira muttered.
And right then and there, the front door opened with a loud bang, revealing an enraged Kaname Kuran.
TBC...
What will happen to Zero? Will he be able to keep his soul or will he have it modified? Tel me what do you think in your reviews.
Preview:
"There isn't much time left Kuran. Only five minutes"Akira mocked.
"Five minutes is enough time. I will not let you have him"Kaname launched at Akira, the raven dodging in with ease.
"By the look of things it seems that he will be coming with em after all" Akira said, throwing an energy ball at Kaname. It grazed a small part of Kaname's arm, nothing too serious but it leave a burning feeling in the area.
"Maybe now it seems that way. But I might end up surprising you" Kaname grinned, concentrating part of his energy into a much more powerful ball than the one Akira had. "This will be over now"
Kaname shot the humongous blast at the raven pureblood. There was no way that Akira will be able to dodge that.
Hehe. I am so excited about the next chappy. Please review
Love,
Redmoon1997