Chapter 12

Author's Short Note: This story isn't as straight forward as it seems so the truth is… Hibari may seem ooc initially I do my best to keep them all in check actually. I ship Mukuro x Basil because I just hate the idea of a third wheel in 1827 relationship… Also, I read one really sweet Basil x Mukuro ffn and thought they made a good match. I sort of see the similarities of Elena in Basil. I like Elena x Daemon and the 10th generations should represent them… or something like that. Keep guessing what's going to happen next ^_^ I assure it would not be what most of you would predict. This is all for my short author's note at the top so now back to the story… (I won't do flashbacks because they confuse me)

"Good job Fon. How long did it last?" Verde asked.

"About 32 minutes and 15 seconds."

"Any side effects?"

"…" Fon thought for a moment before saying "No." Reborn frowned.

Verde nodded hesitantly and thanked him. Viper watched Fon walk away silently.

"He was lying," Viper said. Reborn opted to remain silent. Verde sighed. "His reluctance to reveal the truth makes my experiments harder to perfect. Some side effects which I had predicted would be fainting spells, severe head ache, respiratory difficulties and even amnesia. He was suffering from at least one of these symptoms while under the drug's influence. If he continues to push himself it might come to destroy his body internally. This drug corrupts the blood. The blood rots every time the drug is injected. If his body is unable to find replacement for his rotten blood his organs will rot along and eventually he will die from the rotting of his body inside out."

Reborn glared at Verde to get him to stop talking when Viper could be seen losing the control of the illusion projection.

"I'm not feeling well today so I'll take my leave first." The illusionist said. When the image disappeared, Reborn smacked Verde across his head with a Leon evolved book. "You idiot!" he hissed and Verde muttered an apology. Before Reborn was able to say anymore, a phone call interrupted him.

Reluctantly, Reborn answered the call that was from Mukuro.

"What is the situation?"

"Kufufu~ not asking how my sweet Basil is and going straight to the point? As expected of Reborn. Anyway, Vongola Decimo has not shown any suspicions about the clone's appearance. He bought the lie. The skylark is already in the comfort of his home thinking of new ways to play with the little brunet."

"Xanxus?"

Mukuro chuckled at the other end of the line. "Still talking to his beloved shark. They ought to be together, just like how mi belle Basil and I should be."

Reborn smirked and replied "If you do a good job and everything progress smoothly for the mate coronation being together with him would not just be a dream anymore."

Mukuro laughed and told Reborn "If it were up to me to put them together I would have just kidnapped the little Vongola. Anyway, that's just my fantasy. Buonanotte now Arcobaleno."

With that Mukuro ended the call and Reborn pondered over the last suggestion. Perhaps this could prevent Fon from endangering his life. Viper will definitely not forgive him should anything happen to the martial arts expert. He would also feel really guilty for robbing the life of his friend for a mission as such. Luce in heavens will certainly be disappointed in him which is something he would not stand for. "So it's decided then, Leon." He told his pet chameleon who blinked at him in approval. A small genuine smile made its way on the usually stern face.

Xxx Destiny Aitsuji xxX

Tsuna slept easily and slipped into his dream world. There in his five year old dream self in the familiar room reflecting his heart he was playing by himself once more.

A splash of yellow after a forest of green, a mix of purple and black with a tint of red hiding behind… Tsuna focused on the mixture of colors to be added on the tiny piece of paper. His finished product must be seen colorful.

Then Tsuna heard footsteps. "Who's there?" he asked. No one replied. Tsuna went back to his drawing and coloring.

The footsteps came again and this time Tsuna was certain it was not his imagination. "Who's there?" he called a little louder. Still there was no reply and Tsuna began to feel uneasy. He slowly put down the orange crayon he was holding and walked to his room's door.

When he peered into the corridor, he felt a warm, slender hand tap his shoulder. Tsuna jumped and turned around quickly to see a strangely familiar face. "Hibari Maya-san!" he exclaimed. Maya smiled at him. "Hello there Tsunayoshi-kun. We meet once more."

Xxx Destiny Aitsuji xxX

"Reborn, the Vongola brat is acting weird in his sleep. The waves show some form of brain activity in his sleep which is unusual. It's as if he is being transported out of his body currently. You need to come down now!"

"I'll be right there Verde. Tell me where you are right now."

Xxx Destiny Aitsuji xxX

Back in Italy, Vongola Nono and his advisor sat in a café in casual clothes.

"What will my dear Nana say about this? I don't want this to happen. My son should be given the right to be happy with the one he likes. Hibari Kyoya may like him but my son clearly like the girl known as Sasagawa Kyoko. Even if my son likes Hibari, the rules of the Vongola Mate selection criteria states that more than 80% of the alliance families must agree to the selection of mates and vote for the same mate of three options. The odds clearly stack against Kyoya-kun. Mukuro-kun isn't fairing any better not to mention he is in love with my CEDEF successor. Sasagawa Kyoko is not even directly involved with the mafia asides from having an older brother who has yet to be announced the official Tenth generation Vongola Sun Guardian. With such a flimsy standing and the Cavallone against the idea how else can this Hibari person be the mate of my precious baby boy?! Timiteo, you can veto on this right?"

Timiteo sighed heavily and told his friend "Trust me you don't want this any more than I do. Sasagawa Kyoko is not the right person as mate. If it is possible I do not wish for such a thing to happen again. We learn history so that it would not be repeated. This time I am going to Japan to convince the person who has the power to decide Tsunayoshi's future. I don't have a say in this according to the family traditions. No one else is clearer about this than you."

Iemitsu sobbed into his hands and Timiteo comforted him. "There there don't cry. Reborn is there in Japan as well. I'm sure he will handle the situation well before we get there on official business. I sent Xanxus there for the reason to protect those children as well. You know how the others can get if they find out anything fishy over this side of the world. All we need to do is to wait for Reborn to send a message saying it is resolved in Japan then we are packing our bags and heading there. Meanwhile there are things to be done in the HQ. I heard that Lal and Colonello had managed to destroy half a city in Sicily in their ever so impressive lovers spat. I need you to help oversee their punishments."

Iemitsu groaned. "You know you really are the slave driver… how I wish I was really an oil digger instead of an external advisor for the ever so notorious Vongola." Timiteo only chuckled. "I couldn't agree more."

Xxx Destiny Aitsuji xxX

In another part of Italy in a mansion, a certain woman's orange pacifier glowed brightly. "Gamma," she called.

"Yes, my lady."

"Get ready. We are going to Japan."

"Of course, right away." The blonde man went out and started getting ready for the flight.

The woman merely smiled fondly. "It's time already huh?"

Xxx Destiny Aitsuji xxX

"I missed you."

"VOII! Did the climate change in Japan turn your stupid brain to mush you good for nothing boss?!"

"Shut up shark trash! What's wrong with being romantic for once?"

A snicker was heard over the line. "Romantic my ass… Try something different and it's your ass I'm taking."

Xanxus grinned "Is that a challenge?"

"If only you don't screw this mission up," was the teasing reply. Xanxus chuckled. "I'll take you up on your offer when I get back. Don't stress out too much although I could make do without your screeching in my ear."

"Ha! Don't miss me too much stupid boss unless it's only to serve as your daily annoyance. I hate you shitty boss."

"I love you too damn shark trash. Good night."

"Good night."

With that the phone was silent. Xanxus had a faint smile on his face. Mukuro appeared from the doorway and smirked. The Varia boss scowled. "What do you want trash?"

"Just a few tips. How do you get your shark to bed?"

Xanxus paused to think for a moment and grinned evilly. "Having trouble coaxing your boyfriend?" Mukuro shrugged. "I can't blame mi belle. He is just too pure."

"In that case I think I have a solution for you…"

Xxx Destiny Aitsuji xxX

Hibari sat on his futon and thought back on the day's events. It was not productive with having a certain herbivore occupying every thought in his mind throughout the day. "I that case I'll just have to take him to school with me tomorrow." So saying, the skylark turned to bed and slept. The moon seemed to mock the sleeping prefect for the unknown that was happening behind his back while he slept.

Xxx Destiny Aitsuji xxX

"Why can't I just tell him how I feel already?" Viper vented out to a nearby tree in a park unaware of a figure sitting on top of the said tree. The figure observed in silence under the shadow provided by the covers of night. "I really wanted him to stop it even if it meant not getting paid. It's not even part of our project as arcobalenoes. He doesn't need to endanger his life for one stupid boy who loses his eyesight! He is so selfish only thinking of the things he want to do for others and always neglecting himself! What of his clothes? They're old and he still wears them while he tells me to change my outfit and get me pretty dresses which are against the Varia dress code. What is he thinking? I can't get it at all and sometimes I really wonder if being an illusionist is a good thing. The more I try to understand him and create a perfect form of him the more I hate it. That stupid guy can't he tell how a girl feels?!"

Viper mumbled away as she kicked a pebble in her path to oblivion. The figure on the tree watched her leave silently. He took out his phone when she was clearly out of sight. "Reborn, I need a favor…"

Xxx Destiny Aitsuji xxX

Nana sat in the dark in the kitchen. It had been so empty without her son. "Is he alright?" she asked herself.

Just then a shooting star crossed the sky and Nana made a wish. "I wish that I can do something to ensure my own son's happiness for once." That being said she got up from the chair and headed upstairs for bed.

Author's note: Wao… this is relatively long for me. It is really compact and I hope to introduce more pairings like Viper x Fon. How did Xanxus x Squalo sound? I have always wanted to imagine them being all sweet and love-dovey even when it isn't in their character. I think Squalo would be more of a Tsundere in the relationship and their relationship seemed pretty mature due to their age and the crib incident where the loyal rain guardian stood by his boss. If they were lovers it would probably mean so much more.

I was thinking perhaps Reborn should find new love after the death of Luce which was obviously the woman he loved from what I saw in the anime… a second chance may not be too bad considering how the story is going:/ I'm not too sure. What do you think of it? Any points where I should be improving on? Please drop a review for me Thank you for taking time to read!