[Emil's POV]

"Hey look, it's the baby," I could hear Terry call out as I was rushing to my next class. I kept my head down and continued walking. It wasn't not any different from any other day. They made fun of the way I look, and anything I said and did. There was apparently no way to do things the right way without being criticised. Believe me, I had tried.

"Where are you rushing to? Your brother?" Daniel called out. People began spreading around to clear the way for them. I stood out a fair bit, I will give them that. It's not like I could pick what I wore. My family wasn't exactly rich so most of what I had were hand-me-downs from my brother. We both worked, but there was still not enough to go around. I didn't blame my brother for the clothes; I blame my father for leaving us in debt.

"Look at him. He's so weak." Kevin snickered at my attempts to blend into the crowd. It was always like this. And it probably shouldn't have bothered me, but it does. I wasn't strong like my brother. I was not as hard working as him. I wasn't as scary when I got angry. When you have a sibling that does so much for you, and still manages to do anything to make you feel like you are worth something, it's hard to look at yourself as strong.

I quickly turned the corner and got into my class. I sat in the back, and quickly pulled out my books and notes. I tried to focus on my work, but it was hard knowing that when I walked out of that door, I would be harassed and bullied until I got home, where there was more yelling and violence than on TV. There was never peace, and my voice was more silent than the library after school.

"Hey there, Emil." Leon's voice pulled me out of my thoughts. His smile made me temporarily forget of my worries. He was the column that hoisted me off the chaotic ground. He made my worries go away. He was the only one I allowed to tease me and the only one I was sad to bid good night to. He was my best friend and I loved him so much.

"Hey, I'm surprised you made it to class early." I smirked a little. I could feel myself relax. He sat next to me, smiling and shaking his head. See, normally we are both very expressionless, but in times like this, we smile.

"I got a ride to school from my brother," Leon replied opening up his textbooks. We were currently in Literature, which meant a lot of reading and watching films. It was tons of fun, but a lot of work.

"Hmm, I see," I answered, looking outside. It was so wonderful out there, far away, where there was no trouble or conflict. Maybe one day Leon and I would be able to breathe fresh air without a worry on us. His hand brushed past mine and I looked towards him. He was looking at the board. I glanced down at our hands, and under his was a note. My fingers slid the note out of his hand and opened it.

I got you a present. You can't be guilty over it. I know you will like it so like yeah.

I glanced at him a little anxiously. I had always felt guilty when my friends bought me things. I couldn't even buy them anything in return, and it made me uncomfortable. Leon knew this. However, he continued to spoil me with gifts from time to time— time to time was way too much though. How I wished I could possibly give him a present worth all he has given me. I knew there wouldn't be. Not even the most expensive jewel could compare. He had saved me from so much. Ugh, I could feel myself blush. I took the paper and took a pen out. I started scribbling on it with my messy cursive writing.

You are amazing sometimes, you know? What did you buy now? Please don't tell me you're going to get in trouble for this.

I discretely moved my hand next to his, and his fingers took hold of the note. His hands were warm. Usually we would text, but in Lit, the teacher was like a hawk, and thought that technology was the reason the English language was being butchered. So she would take away phones from students. Phones were expensive and I couldn't afford to get mine taken away. So we were old fashioned like that and pass notes to each other. It was so nice, though. It reminded me of letters. He knew I liked handwritten letters but emails were more efficient. He snorted when he read the note and started writing on it.

It's okay hon, I'm your sugar daddy ;3 I got your body pillow. Want some massages with that? ;P

Instantly I covered my mouth and put my head down on the desk. He and I normally teased each other like this. It was funny, and a lot of the time it felt like it came naturally. I could hear him snickering. I was trying my best to stop myself from laughing about the image in my head. I grabbed the note and flipped it over to the other side, since there wasn't any more space on the front.

I just imagined you as a 30 year old man handing me a shit ton of gifts. Thanks, I'm now mentally scarred, wow. Oh god though. I'm looking forward to that body pillow. And those massages are very welcomed ;3

I quickly slipped the note into his pocket as the teacher was walking around. I went back to reading my novel and taking down quotes. The teacher walked past our desk. Leon quickly took out the note from his pocket and read it, shaking head whilst silently chuckling.

-lunch time-

Leon and I made our way to the soccer field to sit with our group. Our label was 'the otakus'. So, we had a fairly small group, and we were spread throughout the other groups most of the time. Our group mainly consisted of Elisabeta, Mei, Kiku, Berwald, Leon and I. Sometimes Yao (my brother's friend, and Leon's brother) would join us. Most of the group was into yaoi and fan service. The main rule to the group was not to shove your ship in someone else's face.

We had managed to make our way down to the field talking about Lit class. Mei and Kiku seemed to be having another ship feels time. They stopped as they saw us walking towards them. Mei grinned and Kiku served tea to the two of us.

"Those two look like a married couple sometimes." Leon whispered to me. I grinned, but I knew that Mei was trying to get Kiku with Heracles. Kiku saw her as a sister, or a good friend at most. They were great friends though.

"Well, the real married couple would be us. Right sugar daddy?" I teased him. He turned red. I began to laugh. Mei and Kiku watched curiously as we sat down.

"What's so funny?" Mei asked, tilting her head a little.

"I got him a body pillow." Leon answered.

"And then he declared himself as my sugar daddy and I accepted." I finished (the summary of what had happened) for him. Mei squealed and giggled. Kiku also seemed excited. I looked at Leon, who was rolling his eyes and slightly pink at the cheeks. Kiku handed us the tea he had served.

"So, are you guys the married couple of the group?" Mei asked, grinning. I blushed and sipped my tea. Leon seemed to be confused as to what he should say.

"Yeah, as soon as he finishes planning the wedding." I replied .

Leon almost choked on his tea, but Mei and Kiku seemed to think it was hilarious. I simply patted his back to help with the choking.

"Does that mean we are engaged?" Leon asked teasingly.

"Totally," I replied in a joking tone of voice, sipping on more tea.

"Wow, that escalated quickly. From sugar daddy to husband in like an hour and a bit." Leon remarked. Mei giggled.

"Oh, did you guys finally put a ring on it?" Elisabeta joined in. She smiled at us. Leon hugged me and I hugged him back. It always felt comfortable like this with Leon.

"Oh, yeah." I nodded in agreement.

Ah, the usual antics of the group. It was comfortable and supportive. We did say and do some things that weren't exactly heterosexual, but hell, I knew I wasn't exactly straight. Leon wasn't either. It was a very open and accepting group. Like a home with a complete family included.

"Hey, Emil, have you eaten?" Mei asked. We were eating and discussing the recent updates in Black Butler, the Free! fandom, and the usual fandom and fanfic discussion and support group. Yes, we knew it sounded bad, but that's because it was bad.

"Oh, my brother is getting that for me," I replied quickly. They were normally feeding me heaps of food if Lukas didn't bring me lunch. Mei and Elisabeta were like older siblings and almost like mothers, so they didn't like to see me go without food. Leon also nagged me about it. I was glad they paid attention to something like that, though.

"Oh look, he is coming here," Elisabeta pointed out.

Lukas was coming from the canteen probably. He had a guy with him. I hadn't seen him with my brother before. It made me both curious and anxious. I normally got anxious with new people. He looked super nice though.

"Your brother looks pissed off," Leon commented. I nodded. Lukas was probably getting tired of the talking. He wasn't the best at talking— especially not with strangers.

"Hey, Mathias. Hello, Lukas," Elisabeta greeted them. Ah, so his name was Mathias.

I stared at the two. Lukas waved hello to the group and handed me a container with a slice of lasagna and garlic bread.

"Hey, guys. How is it going?" Mathias asked the group. The group reacted with nods. He seemed like the exact opposite of my brother. I found it funny.

"Oh, just talking about fandoms and stuff. So, are you guys friends?" Elisabeta answered. I could almost see my brother physically stiffen at the question. Mathias on the other hand smiled with the tiniest hint of a blush.

"Well, we are (just) class partners, but I would like to be," he replied with a grin. I could see Mei and Kiku shipped it. Leon was also giving me a knowing look. Lukas looked a mixture of embarrassed and curious.

"If he lets you follow him around, you are his friend," I piped up. Lukas looked ready to strangle me, but I grinned. Mathias went from happy to hyper happy in less than two seconds. The group giggled. Lukas sighed defeatedly.

Mathias sat next to me and grinned. "I'm sorry we weren't introduced before. I'm Mathias Kølher. You must be Emil! Nice to meet you." He shook my hand. Well, he was a nice guy. He definitely contrasted my brother's personality.

"Nice to meet you, Mathias. Thank you for taking care of him." I replied. He blushed a little and chuckled. Lukas groaned in annoyance. Leon snickered a little bit.

"Well—" Mathias was cut off by Lukas dragging him off. I watched the two leave. Mathias waving at us as they did.

"I ship it." Elisabeta exclaimed.

Ah, family feels closer everyday.

Emil bby is liking the teasing!

Also Leon's POV will be explained soon! all i can say is that these bbys are adorable.

I ended up writing this before school and my sister gave me some ideas and finished it off after school. TT w TT i thank Mimi for the ideas and ZanyAnimeGirl for the review~

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