So I promised there'd be more in this chapter, but I don't like it
Idk.. There was so little in the last chapter so I kinda rushed this pretty late (thanks to doing homework all day T^T)
Disclaimer: I forgot before but just incase I get in troubles (D:) I don't own either of these characters, I just enjoy playing pretendsies~
Anyways enjoy ^^'
Moving to support his unknown, and very reluctant guest in one arm, he managed to fish his key from his pocket and open the door. Walking in he leaned against the door to shut and lock it before making his way down the hall and into the warm, homey livingroom.
Lee gently placed the man in his arms on the oversized sofa, the latter sinking into the large plush cushions behind him unintentionally.
Lee couldn't help but to admire the contrast of his golden cushions and cream sofa against the younger's fiery hair, ears and tail. Shaking his head to clear the thought from his mind, he turned to walk back into the hallway.
Pausing at the door and shifting awkwardly he called over his shoulder "I'll run a bath..it'll warm you up faster." then disappeared down a dimly lit hallway.
The redhead sat trying not to fall back in the cushions and admired the room he was in.
He had expected extravagant decor inside the house from the old-fashioned yet, well-kept architecture he had caught a glimpse of outside but he wasn't expecting this.
The livingroom was welcoming, calming his nerves slightly, the cream-gold coloured walls made the room feel warm and contrasted amazingly with the deep mahogany doors and wooden furniture. The cream sofa was like a bed it was so soft, and not that he had been on it, but the deep scarlet rug on the light wooden floor looked as comfortable. He noticed the large, black fireplace which managed to blend well with the rest of the room and wondered if the mysterious man was going to light it.
Shrugging his shoulders slightly, he thought about the situation he was in. At least if the man was going to kill him or something equally unpleasant, he'd be happy for now.
Just as he finished his thought the elder walked back in with a huge towel in hand.
"The bath is ready..." he still looked awkward talking to the shorter man.
"T-thank you.." the redhead replied near silently.
Lee lead the way down to the bathroom with the fox eared boy following behind taking in his surroundings.
Even the hallways looked amazing with simple black shaggy carpet and cream walls, yet the almost transparent, grey designs were so intricate just staring while walking was making the latter slightly dizzy. There were little Victorian like candle holders along the either wall with a dimly shining lightbulb in each.
The shorter was so engrossed in looking around he hadn't noticed his guide had stopped and was now watching him.
"Do you like it?" Lee asked him smiling at how cute the shorter looked in his daydream like state.
The redhead started, shocked at being caught. His face dusted a light pink while he managed a quiet "Y-Yes."
Lee frowned, feeling stupid he had to ask someone who was about to bathe in his home this. Evening his expression, he looked down at the male in front of him "since you're staying here-"
the redhead blushed automatically and interrupted, "I am?" Lee raised an eyebrow "I'm not going to kick you out in an hour, of course you are."
Feeling as though he was forcing the boy or making him uncomfortable he changed the topic slightly "anyway, I thought I should ask, what's your name?"
He was fidgeting with the brass door handle he had been holding onto loosely by now.
"Gaara. My names Gaara" he looked down trying to hide his deep blush with his bangs.
"I'm Lee" the taller smiled softly at how adorable Gaara was acting now.
Lee handed the boy the oversized towel just stopping to tell him, "Enjoy your bath, take your time and I'll cook something to eat." before he turned to leave.
Lee made his way down the hallway and into his kitchen, still smiling to him self.
*~GAARA POV~*
Walking into the room I had been lead to I couldn't help but gasp aloud. After a quick double take I gathered myself once again, well as best I could for being in a stranger's home.
Even this man's bathroom was amazing.
The cool floor beneath me was black marble but it seemed to have a slight underlying brown tinge to it. The walls were tiled with a creamy-caramel colour, which had an old cracked pattern in deep grey. The bathtub itself was black slate, the front centre having a fleur-de-lis pattern engraved.
There were lots of deeply tinted glass bottles filled with what looked like bubble baths, which must have been used in the steaming bath full of bubbly water judging by the sheer amount of fluffy bubbles floating above the tubs edge.
Looking at the bath alone made me feel relaxed already. Quickly stripping of my dirty, ragged clothes, I climbed into the mountain of tiny soapy capsules, being instantly submerged.
A knock at the door froze me instantly, the steaming bath water doing nothing to thaw my rigid frame.
"Y-yes?" I stuttered, poorly hiding the shock and fear in my voice; I forgot to lock the damn door!
The almost complete stranger, Lee, shouted through the door that he had left some clean clothes for me outside of the door and apologised for how baggy they would be.
"Thank you, L-Lee" damn stuttering, why was I so nervous? I mean, I'm used to people treating me badly, so why should I feel worried if I'm treated nice beforehand?
Sighing, I decided to block any negative thoughts for now and just relax in the hot bubbles, enjoy the variety of cleansing products which had been left at my disposal, then go to face the man whom I will apparently be staying with.
Looking through all the little bottles, one in particular caught my attention. Sniffing, I tried to figure out which bottle the scent was coming from, however the strong essence of vanilla bubbles surrounding me made it extremely difficult.
Finally finding the bottle I had been searching for, i set it aside from the rest, a quiet squeal of excitement leaving my lips before I could stop it; I just loved anything that smelt or tasted of strawberry.
Sliding myself down until I was completely submerged under water, I moistened my hair and furry ears, quickly slathering it in strawberry shampoo and rinsing it off.
Picking up the nearest body wash, I used that, not bothering to check what it was, but sniffing as I washed; chocolate, yum.
Pulling the plug in the large tub, I got out and swiftly wrapped the large towel around my body, padding to the door and opening it, just enough to slide my arm out and grab the clothes left there.
They were huge on. I knew the man was well-built; I had been practically crushed to his chest, so I was certain of that. I hadn't expected there to be such a large difference in size though.
Settling for just boxers and the large, black v-neck I had been given, since I couldn't keep the shorts from falling to my ankles, I timidly made my way down the hallway, back in the direction of the livingroom.
*~LEE POV~*
After leaving Gaara, I went back down the hallway we had just come from, walking into my kitchen and leaning on a work counter.
What should I feed a human-fox hybrid? Would he eat the same things as ordinary people?
Sighing I settled on cooking ramen. Going into my fridge I got some different vegetables and began absent-mindedly washing them in the sink.
Without realising, I'd started thinking of the feline-like boy a few rooms away. Sighing again, in frustration now, I set to work chopping. Once I'd finished I put some stock and noodles into a pot and went to find the shorter teen something to wear.
Walking up the hallway and up a flight of stairs I made it to my room. Quickly changing myself, then picking a random pair of shorts, underwear and a shirt for Gaara, I walked back to the bathroom and knocked the door. The redhead on the other side sounded nervous, like I was about to burst in on him or something.
"I brought you some clean clothes to wear, they'll probably be too big, but I don't think I have anything smaller, sorry.." I shouted through to him trailing off at the end.
Remembering dinner I quickly went to finish, before I managed to burn ramen; that'd be a new record for my not-to-great cooking skills.
*~NORMAL POV~*
Little, dulled, padding sounds could be heard making their way towards the kitchen, Lee, hearing this, made his way out, two bowls of piping hot ramen in hand.
Smiling when he saw the shorter, he lead him into the livingroom and set their food down on a large, wooden table just in front of the couch.
Both sat cross-legged at either end of the table, eating quietly. When the silence became too awkward Lee decided to ask what he'd been wondering since he found the petrified boy in that dingy little alley.
Clearing his throat to get the others attention he slowly began, "Gaara, why were you running before?"
Yay all done, I hate cliffhangers myself, so I'll hopefully get the next chapter up this weekend! :3
Since whoever got this far managed to survive through all that, you can all have a cute plushie for being so nice!
Please feel free to message with any improvements or ideas for this story~
~Beyond Sanity~