A/N: Okay please place the blame for taking so freaking long with this chapter on lack of inspiration writer's block and life in general. I've been busy as hell. Also I apologize for the length of the chapter. I'm still suffering from writer's block.

Disclaimer: Me own them? in my dreams!

Chapter 3: Brotherly Confrontation

"You wanted to see me?"

Tohma looked up from his wine glass till his eyes met his brother in law's cold ones. "Erie you came. Please have a seat, would you care for a drink?"

"If you called me here for just a leisurely drink I'll take my leave right now Seguchi." Yuki said coldly. "Thanks to that idiot I'm way behind in my work."

"Actually that's the reason I called you." Tohma said his voice changing to give Yuki a feeling of just a twinge of fear if at all possible. "Now would you care for a drink?"

Yuki sighed as he took a seat and ordered a drink. "Make this quick."

Tohma took a sip from his wine glass before setting it down. "What exactly is your relationship status with Shuichi Shindo?"

Yuki nearly choked on his brandy when he heard the question. He took a moment to recover and looked at his brother I in law. "I really don't see if that's any business of yours but it's complicated."

"Do you still love him?" Tohma asked. "Or should I ask, did you ever love him?"

"Does it matter?" Yuki asked.

"So you won't care that Shindo ended up sleeping in the park and is coughing enough he is in high risk of damaging his vocal cords." Tohma said.

Yuki set his glass down. "What are you talking about?"

"Shindo told us you blamed him for your newest draft disappearing." Tohma said.

"Of course. I left earlier yesterday morning to meet with my editor and when I returned to my apartment the document was gone." Yuki answered draining his glass. "He was the only other person there, who else could have taken it?"

"Well, I'll have you know Shindo has a concrete alibi. He was out of town the entire day with his band and only returned quite late last night." Tohma. "I should know I witnessed his presence."

Yuki ordered a refill and took a sip. "Wait what are you talking about?"

"Shindo couldn't have taken your document when he was nowhere near your office when it was supposedly stolen." Tohma answered draining the last of his wine. "So if Shindo does lose his voice the blame could easily be put on you Eiri."

"Why do you say that Tohma?" Yuki asked.

"Because you're the one who drove him to sleep in the park." Tohma said. "He truly thinks you hate him now."

Yuki sighed deeply. "I don't hate him, I don't think I can. I was angry that night. I had been suffering from writer's block for the longest time and when I finally finished the first draft of my newest novel I had felt relieved. Finding it gone was quite overwhelming. I need a break from him and I am upset with him but I don't hate him."

"I understand Eiri. " Tohma offered a small smile to his brother in law.

"Where is Shuichi?" Yuki asked.

"He's staying at Ryuichi's now since he claimed you kicked him out for what I think he believes is for good." Tohma answered.

"I see. And is he really sick?" Yuki inquired.

"Do you really care Eiri?"

"Of course I do!" Yuki slammed his fist hard on the table causing the other occupants of the bar to jump in surprise. He ignored them and took another drink.

Unphased by his brother-in law reaction, Tohma shot him a look of doubt.

Yuki noticed and took another drink. "I may not look it but I do care about Shuichi. You know me better than anyone Tohma, better then my own sister even."

"That's true." Tohma agreed. "Now tell me Eiri what do you plan to do about this?"

"What do you mean?"

"Do you want Shindo back? Or will you just consider him a thorn in your side?

"I think we should take a break from each other then see how things go. With him not around I hate to admit I'm enjoying the peace and quiet. I was actually able to get some work done and I managed to get over half my draft rewritten." Yuki admitted, "Though it was weird not hearing him last night."

"Whatever you think is best Eiri. Just remember you're the one holding this off." Tohma stood up. "Have a good night Eiri. I'll send your regards at least to Shindo when I see him again."

Yuki stayed at the table trying to take everything in, "Seguchi, Bad Luck is Nittle Grasper's greatest rival, why are you doing this for Shiuichi?"

Tohma stopped but didn't turn around, "Because I have respect for my competition. If Shindo isn't 100% then he is not fair competition." With that the blonde left his brother sitting alone.

Yuki finished his drink and headed out to his car reaching into his pocket in hopes to retrieve his pack of cigarettes but came up empty handed, "Great, what else could go wrong?"

Shuichi looked up at the building in awe. "Mr. Sakuma you, you live here?" For a moment his sore throat and throbbing temple was put on the back burner.

Ryuichi pouted as he climbed out the limo. "Shuichi please don't call me that. If you're going to be living with me then please act like my roommate and not my tenant as if you see me as your landlord."

Shuichi was slightly taken aback. It wasn't often Ryuichi Sakuma didn't act childish. "I'm sorry. It's just I feel I'm being disrespectful to you if I address you by your given name."

"Well Mr. Bear thinks you're being disrespectful for not doing as I've been asking you for months now." Ryuichi asked.

That was the Ryuichi Sakuma he had come to love and admire… 'Wait love? No no, that didn't come out right." Shuichi stood there contemplating on how the word 'love' and Ryuichi Sakuma had ended up in the same sentence. His headache was getting worse.

Ryuichi noticed something troubling the pinkette and took his hand into his own. "Let's get inside before anyone recognizes us." He pulled the younger boy with him into the building and the two took the elevator to the top floor. Ryuichi pulled out a key and opened the door. Once the two entered he waited for Shuichi to take it all in.

Shuichi looked around the penthouse apartment in awe. Sure Yuki had quite the place but this was amazing. "Wow…" he breathed before doubloing over from a coughing fit. "Oh my head." He groaned.

Ryuichi was at his side in a second, "I think we should get you into bed so you can rest up."

Shuichi was about to protest but found he couldn't considering how sore his throat had become. He nodded in response and followed his idol to the guest bedroom. "Thank you Mr. Saku- I mean Ryuichi-san."

"Please just Ryuichi." The childlike singer requested, "I'm going to make a few calls and I'll bring in some soup. You should probably get something in your stomach so you can take some medicine. But first get some rest if at all possible."

Shuichi looked down at his shorts and orange sweatshirt. "Uh-"

Ryuichi caught on quickly and walked out of the room returning minutes later with a simple pair of sleep pants and a white shirt. "They may be a tad big on you but I think it will work." He placed the clothes on the bed and then headed out of the room.

Shuichi quickly changed into the provided garments before climbing into the bed.

Ryuichi looked into the room to see his guest fast asleep and smiled. The other boy needed his rest. Shutting the door quietly he headed into his own room and dialed his best friend's number. "Tohma have you spoken to him yet?"

"Yes I have and to be honest I'm sure he's doubting his decision to kick Shindo out." Tohma answered.

"Shuichi doesn't deserve to be treated that way." Ryuichi stated.

"Ryu tell me something. Are you in love with Shindo?"

Ryuichi dropped the phone…

A/N: Yes another cliffy i'm so cruel. I'm sorry guys i can't help it. now I want everyone to vote where should I take it from here? RyuichixShuichi or YukixShuichi? let me know and of course 3 reviews= chapter 4!