The story is nearing the end, and I am aiming to finish it before New Year's ^^

Thanks MyLadyDay and Vergina-spva for beta'ing

Kid had to admit that he had been startled when Shachi had suddenly entered, and his first instinct had been to make sure he wouldn't live to tell the tale, so it was probably a good thing that Law had intervened. Kid appreciated that he had asked Shachi not to repeat anything he had seen here. Almost no one knew what Kid did with Law, not even Killer. Only Bonney knew, but he trusted her. However, he didn't know nor trust Shachi.

Still, despite that little setback, this weekend had been good to Kid. He had finally worn Law down and convinced him to consider a relationship, though he suspected that neither of them knew exactly what that would entail. He didn't care for now. The most important thing was that he now had a boyfriend.

Boyfriend.

Not too long ago Kid had still been convinced he was straight and just looking for the right woman. Now he was dating Law, a guy he couldn't stand. Why had it been a good idea again to start dating him?

It couldn't be helped now, as Kid was about to go on his first date with Law. An actual date, not eating food together in front of the TV. They would go outside, to the movies. Both had agreed that going to the cinema would put the least strain on them. For Kid, because chances were slim someone recognised him in the dark. Aside from that, neither of them thought it a good idea to go to a restaurant together. Too sappy.

Law was currently changing, and Kid had to admit that he was both nervous and excited. The nerves were mostly because he would be out in public, on a date with a guy. While he didn't care about what strangers would say – after all, he would just punch them in the face if they just as much as looked at him funnily – but what if he met someone he knew? Killer had mentioned he would be doing something with Penguin, and they would probably stay on the campus, but Kid couldn't be certain.

On the other hand, he was also excited about going on a date with Law. Kid wondered what he would wear. Kid himself hadn't really brought anything else to change into, but Law had spilled some sauce on himself during dinner and he didn't want to go out with stains on his clothes.

They had had sex three times already this weekend, including a very awkward session in the shower, which they wouldn't repeat anytime soon unless some drastic changes were made to the shower. However, Kid couldn't help but wonder if they were going to do it again when they returned from the movie. Not in the shower, mind you, but on the bed, or maybe on the couch. Or in the kitchen.

"Now there's a perverted grin," Law said as he exited the bedroom.

Kid was about to make a snide remark in return, but the words died on his tongue when he saw what Law was wearing. Somehow, he had managed to squeeze himself into even tighter looking jeans, which Kid was very tempted to strip off again. Other than that, he wore a black button up shirt with a white long sleeved shirt underneath. Kid suddenly didn't feel like going to the movies anymore.

"If we want to make the film, we should hurry," Law said, eying the clock. He was either oblivious to Kid's staring, or, more likely, chose to ignore it.

"That would be a tragedy," Kid replied, his glance firmly focused on Law's ass.

Law turned around, effectively cutting off Kid's nice view. "Mr Eustass, if you want to stay here because you've decided you're not ready, fine. But if it is because you cannot keep it in your trousers, we're going."

Kid sighed and rose from his seat. "Fine," he muttered and followed Law outside. When they arrived where Kid had parked the motorcycle he had 'borrowed', Law held up his hand. Kid stared at it. "Whaddya want?"

"The keys, obviously."

"Why?"

"Do you know where the movie theatre is?" Law asked, tapping his foot impatiently.

"You can give me directions," Kid protested.

Law sighed and slipped his hand into Kid's pocket, momentarily confusing him, until he pulled back, keys in hand.

"Oi!" Kid exclaimed indignantly.

Law smirked and dangled the keys in front of him, but when he reached out, Law pulled his hand back again. "You can drive on the way back, if you must." He grabbed the helmet, put it on and put the key into the ignition.

Kid didn't have much choice other than putting on the spare helmet and sit down on the back. Well, no choice that didn't involve beating the crap out of Law, and they were already late for the movie.

At the cinema, Law bought the tickets while Kid waited for him, leaning against the wall and looking around suspiciously.

"No one you know is here," Law assured him once he joined him.

"How can you be sure?" Kid asked, taking the ticket from him and walking to the right hall. It was about half filled with people and none whom Kid recognised. The previews had already started, so not many more people would probably join them.

"Come on, that would be too coincidental, wouldn't it?" Law replied.

Kid didn't say anything else and focused on the screen, but he couldn't shake the feeling that everyone was watching him. He and Law hadn't done anything yet to imply that they were anything but friends, though. He was being paranoid.

Fortunately, the movie distracted him a little, but he was still very much aware that he was out in public on a date. With a guy. In all fairness, Law had been very patient with him. It couldn't be fun to be with someone who didn't want to be seen with you, even if it wasn't personal. While Law had decided he wanted to try dating Kid, it had to be hard for him as well.

Kid wondered what the hell he was so worried about. Fuck everyone. Fuck what they may or may not think. Kid grabbed Law's hand, though his eyes remained aimed at the screen, especially when he saw Law looking at him surprised from the corner of his eye. Fuck him too.

Still, Law did nothing to pull his hand away.

The break rolled around, and Kid was still defiantly holding Law's hand, even when the lights turned back on. As people started moving around to go to the bathroom or get something to eat, Kid and Law both remained in their seats, staring at the now white screen.

"So," Law finally said slowly, "shall we go stretch our legs?"

"Yeah. One sec." Before Law could even begin to protest, Kid grabbed the back of his head and smashed their lips together. Law sat frozen for a second, probably not expecting Kid to go any further than holding hands in the dark. Kid didn't care. He had never cared what others thought of him, so why start now? Since his teens, Kid's motto had been 'Fuck everyone' and he wasn't about to change that anytime soon. Fuck society for making him feel uncomfortable to be with a man in public. Fuck everything.

"Get a room," someone suddenly called.

"There's kids around here!" someone else said.

Slowly, Kid let go of Law, an almost predatory smirk growing on his face. First of all, they were watching an R rated movie, so if there were kids around here, they had seen much worse. But even more so, Kid realised how long it had been that he had been in a proper fight – and not have his ass handed to him by Law. The last time had to be… the time someone hit him with a bottle and he ended up in the hospital with Law. Way too long ago. His hands were suddenly itching to punch someone. Another reason not to care about what others thought; if they said something Kid didn't like, he could just beat the crap out of them. Just like he would now.

"I'll be right back," he said, rising from his seat. Law sighed, but there was an amused smirk on his face. He knew exactly what Kid was planning and he wasn't doing anything to stop him.

The guys that had called out from a few rows back paled, probably not realising what an intimidating guy Kid was, even with his black lipstick slightly smudged. The guys tried to hide behind each other, mumbling apologies as Kid cracked his neck and then his fingers while approaching them. It felt good to be himself again.

He grabbed the first guy by his shirt, but before he could punch that stupid look off his face, security came rushing in. Kid put up a fight, but with six guys twice his size he was outnumbered, no matter how many obscenities he flung at them. He was escorted outside. Law followed him, strolling leisurely with his hands in his pockets.

"Sorry I made you miss the movie," Kid mumbled.

"That's quite alright. I didn't care much for it anyway," Law replied.

Kid flopped down on a bench and Law joined him. They sat in silence for a while, when Law asked, "So does this mean you are ready to come out?"

Kid shrugged. "I don't even know why I cared in the first place. I mean, I can just punch people if I don't like them. That's what I've always done."

"I'm sure not everyone will agree with you on that," Law said with a smile.

Kid shrugged. "Then I'll punch 'em too."

Law laughed. "You have a simple philosophy. I like that."

"Killer's gonna be so smug, though," Kid suddenly said and sighed.

"Then punch him too."

"Are you crazy?! I like hitting people, but I'm not suicidal," Kid said with a snort.

"So there are at least two people who can kick your ass," Law said, smirking.

"If you're counting yaself, you just got lucky that one time!"

"I bet I can do it again." Law smirked that infuriating smirk of his that made Kid want to rip his head off. That or jump him, he wasn't entirely sure anymore.

"You two are adorable."

Kid cringed when he recognised Bonney's voice. He had not expected to meet anyone he knew here, and while she already knew about him and Law, she only knew about their 'arrangement', not that they were dating now.

As he turned around, Bonney was standing with a carton of fries in her hand, stuffing them in her mouth. Perona stood next to her with a bored look on her face, spinning her umbrella on her shoulder, which she carried even though it wasn't raining. She still creeped Kid out a bit.

Law looked questioningly at Kid, who shrugged. "She knew."

"I knew you two were banging, yes, but the dating thing is new. Good for you, Kiddo!" Bonney slapped him on the shoulder, no doubt wiping her greasy hand on his coat. That, more than the impact, made him wince. "You are dating, right?" she added in afterthought.

"Considering Mr Eustass just had us thrown out of the theatre, I'm not sure if this can count as a date. However, dating does seem to be the new development here," Law said.

"You beat the crap out of someone, didn't you?" she asked Kid accusingly.

"Attempted," Law corrected her.

Bonney snorted and continued eating. "Same dif. Anyway, we'll leave you lovebirds to your date then." She threw the now empty carton in the trashcan and took Perona's hand after wiping it to her shorts. With a wave, she left.

Kid cringed again. If she continued calling them adorable and stuff, he would be forced to punch her too. Unfortunately, that would turn out bad for him as well, as she was the third person who could kick his ass.