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Chapter 20

Winding Down

Subaru's Room in the School
February 14- 8:55am

Drowzy gold eyes opened slowly to see a head of white next to him. Subaru Kanda woke with a jolt and almost shot up if not for the arm around his middle. Olivier Walker was sleeping soundly next to the vampire elder and Subaru was wondering if that dream last night wasn't just a dream.

"Let's see...Olivier wanted to talk to me about something Ichirou told him. We sat down, had something warm to drink...there's wasn't anything in those drinks were there...no, no I would've known. He said a few shocking things...and I promptly jumped him. Oh boy, let's hope no regret transpires here. I mean hell...my lower back's sore, but that was-"

"Hmmmm...Morning, Subaru." Olivier mumbled. Subaru paused in his mental rant. The vampire smiled with a roll of his eyes as he remembered back when they were kids and Olivier lived with them, along with his Dad. Subaru brushed white locks back as Olivier woke up fully. The shinigami blinked a few times before jolting up and smacking his head against the wall.

"OW! Damn it...um, so last night wasn't part of the recent dreams I've been having?" Olivier asked as Subaru brought himself to kneel as he checked to make sure that Olivier wasn't too badly hurt. The shinigami blushed deep red as it was revealed that neither one of them had clothes on.

"You've been dreaming about me Moyashi?" Suabru asked with a smirk as he sat back down and pulled the covers over his lower half. Olivier galred.

"Shut it, BaKanda." the other growled out.

Suddenly, the door was thrown open by Lucas. Ryuusei stood behind him, with Yvonne and Hex giggling further out into the hall.

"See, what I'd tell you Ryuu! Olly and Suzu hooked up just like I said they would back when they were kids." Lucas said brightly. Both males in the bed went scarlet.

"So, they have Lucas. Why don't we go inform the kids about this?" The vampire founder said as he reached past Lucas and shut the door. Subaru looked at Olivier.

"We have ten minutes to get dressed before those idiots get to the kids!" the vampire said.

Both were up and rushing.

The Black Order Boarding School
February 14- 9:00am

Neah smiled as he watched the couples that had formed after The Earl's defeat, well before in some cases. He chuckled as Lero curled against him and watched as well.

Around January 10th, Bak had asked Lenalee out on a date. Komui almost ruined it but Lenalee dropped kicked her brother into a passing Reever. Shouted out an apology and went on her first date…ever.

On January 25th, Lavi and Kanda actually worked together on something. They managed to trap a human Rascal and a larger Timcampy (thanks to Lucas) in a closet for two hours. They would have kept them in there longer, but Morte stared at them for a whole hour. Lavi gave in, knocked on the door and let them out. Tim looked flushed and meek, while Rascal looked smug. Morte had kung-fu-cat kicked Rascal at that point.

On February 2nd, two couples were formed. Miranda was asked to the next School Dance by a slightly stuttering Noise. While, Morte (in cat form) was shocked by Wisely who was pushed up to him by a smug Tyki. Wisely had asked Morte to 'hang out' with him over the weekend, Rascal (in cat form) who was nearby broke out into a laughing fit when his elder brother blushed and agreed. Another kung-fu-cat kick was preformed.

Neah chuckled at the next turn of events as they unfolded in his mind.

On February 5th, Johnny had asked with Tapp and Daisaya cheering from the background, Tevak on a date. Madarao and Link, who were nearby exchanged glances and were about to intervene, but were held back by Tevak's shadow binds. The witch smiled brightly and accepted. Tapp and Daisaya both were in laughing fits at the witch's two shocked male relatives.

The final couple formed on February 11th, Komui after ten long years of chasing finally got Reever. It was all thanks to Jerry sitting Reever down and talking to his cousin. Once that was done, Jerry tossed Reever on his ass at Komui's feet saying: "The idiot is in love with you but he's too dense to realize it."

So, here was Neah and Lero watching as the couples were relaxing in Rascal's Garden. The garden had somehow gotten larger and spacious to make room for everyone.

Neah and Lero were overlooking everyone, lying at the top of the fountain in a curved branch that was still strong.

Below them watching the koi swim was Rascal and Timcampy. The (in his now larger human form) golden golem curled into the neko's lap.

Just a little ways away from those two was Tyki and Lavi. The werewolf was stretched out, his upper body reclining against the chest of the demon as they lay in the grass watching the clouds overhead.

Bak and Lenalee were sitting on a bench, both talking and giggling about something or another.

Morte and Wisely were relaxed in a tree. The pure white neko had arms wrapped securely around the smaller male as they watched the others with content smiles.

Noise and Miranda were in a small clearing, practicing dances for the next School Dance. Miranda's radiant smiled seemed to brighten the garden a little bit more.

Johnny sat under a crystal tree with Tevak. The witch was watching as the elf used his natural power to help a nearby flower bloom. They shared a smiled when it did.

Reever and Komui were not too far away from Bak and Lenalee. The shinigami was distracting the fairy from spoiling his little sister's moment by letting him cuddle.

Arystar and Alma were sitting in a branch just a little ways below Lero and Neah. The vampire had the devil sleeping against his chest while Timothy was curled up in Alma's arms, also sleeping.

Finally, Allen and Kanda were lying in the shade of a tree on a hill*. The two were sleeping, Allen's head resting under Kanda's chin.

Neah blinked as Lucas and Ryuusei walked in. The shorter shinigami founder had a bright smile and an arm linked with the taller vampire founder. Behind them was Yvonne snickering with Hex at the faces of the kids that looked up. Lucas giggled when he saw Allen and Kanda.

"Hey kids! Guess what!" Hex said

"What?" Neah asked from his high view. Hex looked up and smirked.

"Let me guess, Lucas and Ryyusei finally settled down together!" Rascal said from the fountian. Earning himself a glare from the Vampire Founder.

"No, silly! Olly and Suzu were found in the same bed this morning!" Hex cheerfully said just as Oliver and Subaru slide in the garden. The vampire elder froze hair free flowing, while the shinigami elder's clothes looked rumpled. Lero paused, clamping a hand over his mouth to stop the laughter.

"When did that happen, toms?" Rascal asked, a smirk in place. Oliver glared.

"Like we'd ever-" The white haired elder started to say.

"Two days after Neah defeated the Earl." The vampire elder cut in, arms crossed at looking a tad bit defiant.

"SUBARU!" Oliver's jaw had dropped as he stared at the other.

Allen jolted awake, Kanda did as well. The two looked at their Grandfathers for a moment before Allen spoke.

"Well, it's about damn time!" the white haired youth said as he sat up, much to the dislike of his vampire. Kanda sat up soon after Allen to pop his back into place.

"What do you mean by that?" Subaru asked with a raised eyebrow.

"Father told us about a few moments when he saw you two interact, even when your wives were around. He expected you two to hook up after Oliver lost his wife, but due to a vision that led to the families growing apart you two never gave the other the time of day." Kanda said placing an arm around Allen's waist.

Lucas smiled, "Well, we just wanted to come in and say that soon we'll be off back to our wanderings."

Allen blinked, "Where will you guys be?"

"Lucas and I are going to the mountains. There are old catacombs in a temple that I usually train at." Ryuusei said, pulling the shinigami to him with a warning glare. Lucas was smart and said nothing, but smiled.

"I'm going back to my gypsy troupe. They miss one of their best dancers." Yvonne said with a small twirl.

"Actually, I'll be staying at the school. Yvonne's son wants to go off to search for his wife and there's no one else to take over seeing how Orion left two days ago to fulfill his dream of painting the sunset from Mt. Fuji. So, I'm taking over as Headmaster while Senior will be Vice. His eldest is taking over the Pack." Hex explained.

Lavi paled, "DAD'S WHAT?"

Tyki paled as well, "At least I get along with your Dad."

"Yeah, thankfully." Lavi replied weakly.

Hex could only giggle. Kanda looked at his Grandfather.

"So, are the Kanda's back to good terms with the Walker's?"

"Yes." Subaru said.

"Good, cause I'd still be with Allen even if we weren't." Kanda said lying back down. Allen shook his head with a small laugh and lay next to him.

"Brat." Subaru muttered. Oliver smirked.

"So, you finally see what every Kanda is?" Oliver asked, earning himself a light hit on the shoulder. Oliver still had his smirk.

"So, what now?" Wisely asked from his spot with Morte.

"Well, we've invited the remaining Noah's to the school. The twins are here with Cyril and his wife. Road is with her mother…I hear she's grounded. Lulu is here as well, she's in the cafeteria with Jerry learning the ropes." Hex said. Wisely smiled and grabbed Morte's hands.

"You gotta meet Tricia!" The youth said happily as he leaped out. Morte followed him swiftly not sure on what to expect.

"I would like to see how Tricia's doing…she's at the final three months already." Neah said as Lero raised himself off of him.

"Cyril did a good job of protecting her while The Earl was around." Lero said remembering close calls that Cyril had while he protected his human wife and unborn child. The two left after Wisely and Morte. Tyki looked to Lavi.

"Want to go meet your brother and sister-in-law?" the demon asked.

"I hope he's okay. I mean I held nothing back with that body slam." Lavi said as he got up. Tyki chuckled as he rose.

"He's fine. Helvaska tended all of the wounded once Lucas teleported them to her. Cyril won't hold it against you love." Tyki said with a kiss to Lavi's cheek. Lavi smiled brightly.

"Ok, let's go!" the werewolf said, bouncing towards the exit.

*-With Cyril-*

Tricia took the fact that her husband, step-children and pretty much her in-laws were demons rather well. Cyril was half-expecting a claim for divorce. Instead she kissed his cheek.

"Your still the man I married and this is still our child, demon or not. I love you for you." Tricia said, causing Cyril to smile and gather her gently in his arms. Cyril cleared his throat.

"I also, need to tell you that the only child I have to my name is currently growing in your belly. Road belongs to The Earl, while the twins are my cousins and Wisely is my baby brother." He said. Tricia paused then smiled.

"Well, that's something to praise that means I'm the only woman you've ever fallen for." She said, finding a way to lighten the situation.

"True." Cyril replied simply, lightly touching his wife's belly. His eyes softened once he felt a small kick, signaling the child was indeed active.

The woman smiled and blinked when Tyki walked up, Lavi was hiding behind him. Cyril blinked, turned and leaned back to see a glimpse of Lavi's hair. The elder demon righted in his seat, looked to his wife and nodded. She giggled in understanding.

"Lavi, see Cyril and his wife are perfectly at ease with you. Now, would you stop acting like a puppy a get out from behind me?" Tyki sounded like he was whining, but if you knew Tyki then that wasn't a whine. It was a warning. Lavi slowly, but surly walked out. Tricia smiled warmly at the youth.

"Well, according to my husband you're the mate to his brother. So, I guess that makes us siblings now doesn't it?" she asked, leaning against her husband who looked perfectly fine and dandy.

Lavi nodded. Tricia looked at him and then to Tyki.

"Would either of you like to feel, he's very lively with all these new voices around." She said brightly. Lavi's eyes light up and he looked towards the elder two Noah, both nodded. Lavi hopped over and gently placed his fingertips on the bump, he brightened considerably when the baby pressed against his fingertips. Tyki smiled and walked over as well, once Lavi pulled back and sat down, he placed a gentle hand on the bump. The demon's eyes were soft and kind as the baby kicked. Tricia beamed at the two of them when Tyki had sat besides Lavi, who immediately took to curling into his side. Wisely and Morte entered next, the younger male excitedly bounced up to her. Wisely hugged her then lightly rubbed her belly, causing Tricia to giggle with some mirth. The white haired neko hung back, slightly worried and unsure. Wisely looked up and smiled at him.

"Morte, come on. Tricia, meet Morte!" Wisely said with a smile. Morte walked forward. Tricia smiled at him as she nodded in greeting. The tall male inclined his head in respect to the expectant mother, as he sat not too far away. Wisely blinked.

"What's wrong, Morte?" Tyki asked. Morte sighed.

"I wish to not cause her to miscarry. My name is also my curse." Morte said eyes darkened with sorrow. Wisely stood and crawled into his lap, allowing the taller male to bury his face into the side of his neck. Morte looked up after a few minutes, turned Wisely around so he could see everyone and rested his chin on the younger's shoulder. Tricia smiled warmly at the two.

"When he's born, Morte, you'll hold him right?" she asked.

Morte blinked and after a moment nodded, "Yes, my eldest brother says that unborn children are in danger of my touch. Not newborn children."

Wisely snuggled into the elder's chest and partook of the catch up session that followed when Tricia had met the two new members of their family.

Neah and Lero came in soon after; Tricia was filled with joy at seeing the two. Lero listened to the baby, smiled up at her and told the family that he was expecting his first child as well. The others congratulated the couple.

In the shadows stood a young man, he looked to be around his early thirties. Long gray bangs swept over his left eye, midnight black eyes that glittered watched the group, sharp features defined his face, his sleek gray hair flared at its tips and was short in the back. Two sets of dark gray insect wings lay flat along his back and trailed to his knees, bony claws tipped with sparkling white were his hands, a long whip like gray tail whipped lightly back and forth. small cat ears sat perched at level of his temples alert and listening. His name: Solis, he was merely checking in with two of his younger brothers: Aetas and Morte. Seeing Morte with his beloved the elder nodded to himself and walked off.

*-Back in the Garden (sort of)-*

Solis kept to the shadows and kept silence as he watched the inhabitants of the school that his younger brothers took up residence in. He thought of when his brothers had told him of the school, he allowed them the freedom from their in-between realm for them to learn a few lessons that humans could teach them. He walked by children playing a nearby garden, a head tilt as he saw no humans to be found in this school. Passing another garden he paused and saw Halflings…

"Looks like the humans taught the supernatural a lesson here." He mumbled under his breathe. Chuckling he went on, hearing the story from the old stone that surrounded him. He walked into the garden.

And froze.

Timothy had woken up and caused a splash fight with Timcampy. Rascal was soaked as he fell into the pool. Miranda sat on a bench, Noise sat next to her one arm draped around her shoulders. Arystar stood next to the bench as it was apparently a safe zone, a smile upon his face. Alma, Johnny, Tevak, Lenalee, Allen and Kanda had joined in. Solis stayed in the shadows, smiling at the scene before him. His younger brothers were with beloved ones, they were safe and they had enough power to keep the others they loved safe. Solis smiled as he met his younger brother's eyes, Rascal smiled back and inclined his head.

Allen and Kanda both looked up and saw the young man. Locking eyes with both youths, he bowed and faded into the shadows. The two looked to Rascal, who merely smiled.

"Rascal, we need to go get cleaned up. Your soaked and so am I." Timcampy said, laughing. Rascal nodded. Rascal looked at Allen and Kanda as he left with Timcampy.

"I stand by what I said kittens…I'm never sitting or lying in that spot again."

Kanda threw a small rock at him.

"DAMN NEKO!"

End

Lunny: If this was short, sorry. I think this is one of the shortest chapters so far. Well, hope you guys don't mind that the next one may be short as well. We're coming to the end guys. It's been fun and you guys have been awesome! Thanks for the support! Sepcial Shout-Out to McCleeoooo for being the 60th person to favorite this fic. And another to Fall in Snow for being the 175th reviewer! Makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Side note:

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