Intro: Hhmm… I'm having second thoughts if I'm going to discontinue or something but we'll see. Okay here is the *Cough* ! 5+ chapter hope you like it.

Disclaimer: I do not own Touken Ranbu and Cardfight! Vanguard and other material which came from the said Game/Anime, they are owned by its original creators. The making of this story and this story is made for the fans and the writer XD. Although the plot and some changes in the story are from me ^_^.

Chapter 19: For you

Aichi, Kiyomitsu, Imanotsurugi, Midare, and Gokotai were walking towards back to the citadel, after of course making sure that Emi came back home safe, and also declining Shizuka's offer of staying for a while that was declined by Aichi himself. Throughout their walk Aichi is fidgeting, inside his thought process he keeps repeating the words 'You can do it' it seems he has a plan and can't execute it himself.

Although Kiyomitsu promised to shut off his heart, it seems it's not working since he can notice the simplest things about Aichi who noticed that he is fidgeting and when he was about to say something "U-uhm…" Aichi started that made Kiyomitsu surprised.

The three Tantous wait for him to start and listened while walking but Aichi didn't notice that they are already near the citadel when he noticed the planes he was walking he looked up and noticed that it's only a few more walks to the citadel that made Aichi sad "I-it's nothing…" noticing that they are almost there Aichi hastened his walk and then to a run. The four TouDans were surprised at the action.

Back at the citadel, many noticed his arrival but then ignored their greetings and calls while heading straight to his room, the others got worried and waited for the others who came running to catch up on him.

Nikkari was outside cleaning the entrance and one of the few that notice their hastily running master and seeing the four TouDans came along running "Did he lose?" was the first thing he can think off.

"He did, but he was able to participate until the semi" Kiyomitsu explained while catching his breath "He even got a good opportunity, and he didn't take losing so badly" Tsurumaru, Yasusada, Mina and Konnosuke who were near the entrance who also saw Aichi running came to listen to what had happened to Aichi "But then while walking back, he seemed anxious and then I noticed him looking at the citadel the next thing is he came running back here fast, we tried to catching up but we weren't able to."

"Maybe even though it looks like he got over it, maybe looking back at the citadel made him remember?" Mina spoke thinking of the reason why he suddenly ran off.

"That could be plausible" Konnosuke said while wagging his tail looking at Aichi's room. Everyone who were in that place became curious and worried but since this is Aichi, maybe it will pass.

~At Aichi's room~

Aichi slumped his head and screamed inwardly at at his heart's content at a pillow on his bed when they came back from the match. Not knowing what he would do next he immediately thought of Shokudaikiri. He raised his hands up showing the bracelet that Konnosuke gave to them and all of the new Touken Danshi "A means of communication…" He mumbled and then with hopes of being able to use it and practice at the same time he called Shokudaikiri for aid.

~Garden~

All the people that were in the entrance decided to think of a way to talk to Aichi and while thinking, one by one the other TouDans saw them from doing their different chores who passes by and saw the group in one place, little by little all of them had sort of like a meeting.

"Why not look talk to him Kiyomitsu?" Tsurumaru suggested, at that point everyone was staring at him thinking why he wasn't acting on his own accord except Gokotai and Hasebe though.

But then at that moment "Shokudaikiri" A voice on Shokudaikiri's mind heard him call which he identified as Aichi's hearing this he looked all over looking for him even peeking at the window at his room but it seems he was the only hearing it as everyone doesn't seem to have heard.

"Shokudaikiri-san, that bell on your bracelet is glowing." Gokotai who was the first to notice gave Shokudaikiri a warning.

Everyone then noticed the bell glowing in blue hue "It seems Aichi is calling for you." It was Konnosuke who filled them up with details.

"I see… Then I guess I better go and check Aichi-sama" Everyone bid good luck and let Shokudaikiri handle things, and how they trust them reflected on what they did when all of them suddenly left the area and started on continuing their chores except from Kiyomitsu who was still standing having second thoughts regarding the matter, thinking that it may be a good thing they didn't insisted but he also wanted to.

~Back to Aichi's room~

"Aichi-sama, may I ask permission to come in" Aichi hastily jumped from his bed hearing the voice from outside he didn't think it might have not work but it just did he stood up from his bed and then went straight to the door and opened it for Shokudaikiri to enter.

After entering Shokudaikiri sat at a pillow cushion near a table so that they may able to have a proper conversation "Is there something you need from me, Aichi-sama?" Shokudaikiri started.

Aichi blushed a little "Y-yes, y-you see… today… is my one month from starting being a Saniwa… and I was thinking of doing something for everyone… but… I don't know where to start" When Aichi finished Shokudaikiri laughed that made Aichi blush and sad at the same time.

"Oh no!" Shokudaikiri saw this immediately and corrected his action "I am just saying that you shouldn't be that worried about it and also I will surely help you in the best way I can" Shokudaikiri thought of a way to help Aichi "How about cooking a meal then?" but then inside Shokudaikiri he instantly thought he was an idiot for thinking about that and he will just see what Aichi will think about it

Aichi's eyes glimmer in delight that made Shokudaikiri flinch "That's a good idea Shokudaikiri, can you help me?" Shokudaikiri scratched his head thinking of what has he done but he can't escape anymore. Aichi noticed the behavior that Shokudaikiri acted as if he was forced.

He doesn't want them to move because of order he wants to be helped as a friend "Sure no worries." After giving his approval Aichi stood up from his bed and went for his closet and started changing to his traditional wear, after changing Aichi was led by Shokudaikiri to the kitchen.

~Kitchen~

Upon reaching the kitchen Aichi noticed that Mina, Hasebe, and Horikawa are in the room thinking that maybe they are preparing dinner but what made him curious and surprised was their reaction.

"A-Aichi-sama?!" Hasebe was the first one to notice then Horikawa followed and then Mina, thinking something must be up he tries to ask a question but to be cut my Yasusada who was also surprised when he came in the room with Tsurumaru he was worried at the same time sad at their reaction that they give to him whenever they see him.

"A-Aichi-sama, what brings you here…" Tsurumaru asked while giving a basket full of ingredients to the others inside while Aichi thought that maybe they were just going to make dinner, but why the surprised expressions from them.

"Is there something wrong?" was the only conclusion that Aichi could think, everyone jumped at this even Mina who was silently chopping ingredients, there is something wrong that is what Aichi thought.

"We are just simply making dinner Aichi-sama, there is nothing to fret. We are just surprised that you visited us that's all" Hasebe was able to find a good reason. But to Aichi what Hasebe said made him more worried thinking that his presence was a nuisance or they feel authority, he pondered for while why he just thought of this, of course they would feel forced is what is in his mind right now but couldn't hurt to try.

"I see, then will it be alright for everyone to ask for your permission to help me in something?" everyone was curious so they all agreed thinking that maybe it was because of his authority that they can't say no Aichi hastily tried to tell them what he feels "Oh, please don't feel like you are ordered, I am simply asking if it will be alright for you to help me." He slowly saddened at the thought that what if his authority is the only thing that connects them then there is no point and he doesn't want that he wants to be accepted as him not because he is their master he wants to get along with them as him.

"It's alright Aichi-sama, if you need us for something expect that we can always do so." Was Hasebe's answer to his words to which Aichi took the answer to what he thinks, he was their master only after all. Why didn't he think of that, although he knows Kiyomitsu don't and he thinks the Tantou's also but Yagen might at that thought maybe he shouldn't bother them.

After that without a moment's notice everyone on the room noticed his almost teary eyed expression "Aichi-sama?" Yasusada was the first to speak up with this it made Aichi flinch after that hurried outside of the room "Aichi-kun?" Mina was surprised why Aichi hastily ran outside.

~Garden~

Aichi ran out of the kitchen with all his might looking at the hallways searching for a certain someone. When he was at the garden he noticed three people conversing it was Yagen and Nikkari with Kiyomitsu when he found Kiyomitsu he hastened his pacing and when he was near him he immediately leaned on his chest, confused and surprised Kiyomitsu almost lost his balance.

Well specifically speaking the three of them were "Aichi-sama?" Kiyomitsu asked but got no response and kept on hiding his face on his chest he slowly caressed Aichi's head to comfort him "What's wrong?" he asked, deep inside it hurts him seeing him like this even though he said to himself that he would harden his heart but it seems it's not working so it would be best to give up.

"Kiyomitsu…" Aichi started to which Kiyomitsu answered with a hum "If I asked you a favor would you do it willingly?" Kiyomitsu was bewildered at the question and looked at Yagen that gave him an 'I don't know' look.

So he answered to what he thinks and feels "Well it depends if I can do what you asked me too." Shokudaikiri and all of the others in the kitchen found Aichi with Kiyomitsu and noticed Nikkari and Yagen are also there while slowly approaching the group they listened to what has upset Aichi and waits. But Yagen already gave a raised brow to Shokudaikiri thinking it was them to which he raised a hand to say yes.

Aichi nodded on his chest "Yes, that should be it, it shouldn't be always yes just because I have a title of master." Aichi started to sob that made Kiyomitsu give Shokudaikiri a glare to which he raised both hands in an apologetic manner.

"Can you tell me what happened?" Although his voice was soft Kiyomitsu was still glaring at Shokudaikiri and the others.

Aichi nodded and started "Well, I ask Shokudaikiri for a favor" Kiyomitsu's glare felt like it work now since Shokudaikiri flinch at hearing his name "He scratched his head and giving a problematic look as if he was forced to obey or something so to not be a nuisance I hurried to not take up his time." He finished while slowly stopped sobbing.

But Kiyomitsu is sure it's not just that "And?" to which the others were surprised since they thought it was over but then Aichi spoke again "And then when I came to the kitchen everyone was surprised when I came inside" All of the TouDans looked at each other thinking of what could have they done while Mina is now near Kiyomitsu and Aichi "They acted as if I am a supervisor watching how they work" all of them flinched that made Kiyomitsu's glare intensify.

"They feel so uncomfortable and then I asked Hasebe" All of them looked at Hasebe that made him panic pointing to himself "I asked him that if ever I ask for a favor would they be willing to help, so he answered but he answered as if they have no choice but to accept as if it was an order from me" Hasebe slumped to the ground after hearing what Aichi said, then Aichi moved his head left and right as if saying he doesn't want that.

Kiyomitsu remembered what Aichi wanted "Yeah, I think I know the problem, you just want to be accepted as you and not because you are their master." Aichi nodded "But Aichi…" Kiyomitsu started that was cut by Aichi himself.

"I know, but…" Aichi started but can't seem to find the right words to continue.

Mina smiled "I think I get it" Aichi jumped a little he was surprised that Mina was there but he didn't want to show his face so he continued to bury his face to Kiyomitsu's chest, Kiyomitsu felt the small movement and chuckled inwardly making him smile "You understand you are their master but for you it is just a title, there is still respect and authority but at the same time you want a bond of not just as a master." Mina patted Aichi's head "You don't want them to feel pressured and forced because you are their master, you just wanted to be a friend to them even though you are higher than them, did I get that right Aichi-kun?" Mina caressed Aichi's head to which Aichi nodded slowly in response.

Mina showed a serious look but with a slight smile "Okay everyone what have you guys have to say" Aichi was surprised everyone was there that made him more unable to show face.

Everyone looked at each other one by one they said "We are sorry Aichi-sama" everyone from the kitchen group said.

Shokudaikiri moved forward so that Aichi could hear "Sorry Aichi-sama, I didn't mean to give you that idea, I was just confused if I can be of help to you so I was a little worried, but maybe I should have told you instead of thinking about it." He also patted Aichi's head.

Then Hasebe came in forward next "I am sorry Aichi-sama, I just-" Hasebe was supposed to say sorry but the look on the others faces made him stop "What's with that look?!" he shouted a little demanding explanation.

"Well if it's Hasebe." Tsurumaru started while scratching his cheeks.

"I suppose he would be the only who would prioritize Aichi-sama's authority" Horikawa continued looking at Kiyomitsu.

"And the only one who would be so passionate about it" Nikkari joked that made Yasusada and then everyone chuckle.

"Hasebe is one of a kind" Yagen said while cleaning his glasses.

"I guess you could say that he is an exception Aichi-sama" Yasusada added that concluded that Hasebe is excused.

Shokudaikiri sighed "I think you should probably get used to it Aichi-sama." He ruffled Aichi's head and then let's go while waiting for him.

Aichi slowly pulls away from Kiyomitsu realizing that everyone understand him well, understanding that he doesn't want authority, but trust and bond, he slowly turned around and then bowed his head a little surprising everyone "Thank you everyone" after saying his thanks he smiled to everyone making sure that the matter is now resolved.

~Kitchen~

"So we got the whole kitchen for the moment, what do you have in mind to make?" Shokudaikiri asked Aichi who is going to teach him in preparing a meal.

Aichi thinks for a moment and thought about it "How about curry?" was the only thing he could think.

Shokudaikiri smiled "Sure." After agreeing, Shokudaikiri prepared the ingredients and amount that can provide for everyone and also for those who wants a second helping.

Aichi then tied his yukata to prevent his sleeves from getting in the way "Okay first peel the potatoes" Shokudaikiri handed a knife to Aichi and a potato but seeing the knife Aichi somewhat felt a little uneasy.

Shokudaikiri noticed the uneasiness in his master's expression that gave him an idea about why and wanted him to stop "Aichi-sama if you aren't feeling well we can-" but alas he was stopped by Aichi.

"N-no, it's fine" Aichi slowly took the knife and the potato from Shokudaikiri making him sigh in the process after that Shokudaikiri took a knife and potato then demonstrated to Aichi on how to peel it.

But while Aichi was trying to copy the process the potato slip from his hands and almost cutting his fingers in the process that made Shokudaikiri more worried but he knows himself that even if he tried to stop him he would just say that it will be alright so he just let it be but if it gets worse, then he will stop him.

After peeling the ingredients "Okay now to cook it but before that" Shokudaikiri looked at Aichi's multiple cut on his hands that made him sigh more that made Aichi jump a little from his reaction "Clean your hands first" after saying what he asks for Aichi to do Shokudaikiri headed for the cabinet in the kitchen and searched for a first aid kit.

After seeing that Aichi had finished washing his hands and seeing him wince from time to time Shokudaikiri told Aichi to dry it off and then here comes the alcohol that made Aichi flinch and winced in pain "This is to disinfect it just to be sure" after drying the alcohol he places multiple band aids on Aichi's hands and there were sure a lot of them, after that Shokudaikiri smiled and patted his head "Good work" Aichi blushed a little and showed a smiling face in return.

After placing the first aid kit back Shokudaikiri readied the instruments and then taught Aichi the process of cooking a curry.

While cooking the curry Shokudaikiri started a topic "You know Aichi-sama…" Shokudaikiri started saying while looking at his hands "This chance to have a body to live as a human…" he turned to look at Aichi "This really a miracle, thank you for giving me this chance" then smiled

Aichi smiled "I-I'm glad…" but then saddened "I was thinking that all of you resent me since even though you are already resting from the battlefield here I am bringing all of you and using you."

Shokudaikiri patted Aichi's head "It's true we are again in a battlefield but you can consider it as payment for giving us this chance."

"B-but…" Shokudaikiri ruffled Aichi's hair that made him pause from what he was about to say.

"To be honest it was surprising, we have our memories intact, and we can move, talk, fight on our own…" he stopped for a moment and looked Aichi in the eye "And feel emotion"

Shokudaikiri chuckled a little "Although at first I know everyone here is confused but with you as our master I know we won't astray" Shokudaikiri held Aichi's hands and locked their pinkies together "So Aichi-sama please promise me that you won't change and be the warm and kind master that you are" Shokudaikiri scratches his head "Although I don't know what I can do in return."

Shokudaikiri was about to say something but was cut by Aichi "No there is something" He looked directly to Shokudaikiri "Please guide me" Shokudaikiri gasped "I know you can do your best to guide me so can you please help me in guiding everyone?"

"Of course Aichi-sama, I will always be here" Shokudaikiri promised.

"Thank You." And so another promise have been made.

Moments passed and the dish was finished with the help of Shokudaikiri who tested the taste of the food that Aichi prepared on his own "Y-yes!" Aichi cheered in delight clasping his hands in the process "Thank you very much Shokudaikiri!"

"No problem, glad to help Aichi-sama" Shokudaikiri and Aichi finished preparing the food and is now preparing for rice next.

~Dining Hall~

It was time for dinner and everyone headed to the dining hall ready for the meal to be surprised by a curry rice in front of them with a fidgeting Aichi and Shokudaikiri in the corner.

Everyone sat on their seats staring at the food in front of them "Everyone" Shokudaikiri tries to get their attention "Aichi-sama made this meal for us." Shokudaikiri said with a smile on his face.

"Really?! Aichi-sama made this" Imanotsurugi said who seemed excited to try it exclaimed.

"It looks delicious!" Midare chimed excited to start chomping on it.

"I hope they will like it too" Gokotai said looking at the food and thinking about the tiger cubs.

"I'm sure they will!" Yasusada guaranteed that made Gokotai smile.

"Aichi-sama your hands!" Yagen was the first to noticed since everyone was staring at the food hearing that Aichi was the one who made it or talking to the person next to them that made them happy inside, but he focused on Aichi since he knew he is the type that is not good in the kitchen for now that is.

Hearing those words from Yagen everyone turned and looked at Aichi's hands to which he tried to hide it but then Shokudaikiri held his hand "Be proud, you did a good work." Shokudaikiri whispered that made Aichi's tension fade away.

"You did a good job Aichi-kun" Mina commented trying to ease up his tension too.

"Thank you for the meal Aichi-sama." Nikkari thanked.

Aichi blushed once more "E-everyone, I- I- hope you will like what I have prepared for you!" Aichi bowed with all his might.

"Uwah! Raise your head Aichi-sama." Horikawa was surprised but not just him.

"Uwah! Delicious." Tsurumaru exclaimed.

"Oi! Don't get ahead of us." Hasebe scolded

Tsurumaru chuckled "Sorry can't help it." Laughter filled the place after.

"Okay everyone let's eat!" Konnosuke announced and then everyone ate with smiles on their faces especially Aichi who was still a little fidgety from the praises he gets, looking at his hands made him smile thinking that maybe next time he would like to make a different meal for them.

Although from the praises, the jokes, and the smiles he hasn't heard the voice of the person nor the look he wanted recognition the most but then among the chatter and smiles from the TouDans who were enjoying their meal he finally heard it "You did your best good work."

"Yes! Thank you."

Outro: And the drama starts again… the only part where my mind is always on overdrive or something…

Hhmm… the way I ended this chapter is as if it meant the whole story is finished, or maybe it is. Welp it's up to my next chapter update or will there be next update.

Oh yeah have you guys had an idea what this meant (! 5+) ;)?

Thank you for reading! Please review or pm for any suggestions or problems on the story.