A/N: Here's another peek of the Leblanc fam!


Those Clumsy Masks

[family matters 2]

"You're still the only man who's ever sat in my passenger seat, y'know," he murmured wryly, grinning sidelong at the young man on his left. The last year after probation had changed Akira- his chin was raised, eyes no longer covered by those glasses.

In a rare display of affection, Sojiro reached over and mussed the youth's hair. "Futaba couldn't wait to see you." I couldn't wait to see you, he thought, heart surging with pride at the warmth in his heart.

Akira smiled gently back. "It's good to be home."

Sojiro melted. "Welcome back." After a year apart, his family was finally together again.