One In A Million

IchikoKitsuneKoumori: Heh, poor Eyes is addicted to Ayumu; can't get him off his mind. Kanone won't take it well, though, that's all I have to say. Just see for yourself! Thanks for reviewing!
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Leaving Eyes' apartment, Ayumu sighed, 'Now I have to go home and get bombarded with questions by Madoka.' he thought. His sister-in-law would most likely ask him how he knew Eyes, and how was he supposed to repsond to that? He certainly couldn't tell her that Eyes was a Blade Child; that would bring up even more unwanted queations. He supposed he could always just tell her the truth that Eyes needed someone for a duet, and Ayumu came to mind since Kiyotaka wasn't available. Deciding that this would be the best course of action, Ayumu turned down an alley which provided a shortcut home. Of course, he was so lost in thought that he didn't even notice the shadowy figure tracking him, yellow, cat-like eyes watching his every move. Just as Ayumu was about to exit the alley on the oppposite end, not 5 minutes away from home and safety, the figure reached out and yanked him back, slamming him into the wall. Ayumu gasped as he saw who it was, "Kanone?" He was pretty sure he knew why Kanone was following him, and that reason was Eyes.

There was no smile on Kanone's face, not even that evil smile that he gave when someone was in for a world of pain. No, he was looking at Ayumu, a dangerously honest glint in his eye, telling him that he could only wish for that smile, "Honestly, Ayumu, did you think you could demand a kiss from Eyes without my knowing of it?" he asked, "How much of a fool do you take me for."

Ayumu hesitated, but couldn't keep the next words that slipped out of his mouth from doing so, "I'm thinking you're a pretty big fool. From where I was standing, Eyes seemed to be enjoying the kiss quite a bit."

Kanone growled, yanking Ayumu very close to his own face, "Then perhaps you should move downwind." he suggested, slamming the younger one against the alley wall once more. Ayumu let out a yelp as his too soft body collided with the brick wall, sending sparks of pain throughout his entire body. Kanone then brought up his knee to impact with Ayumu's stomach. Groaning, Ayumu fell to the hard ground as Kanone released him, "Let that be a warning to you. If you ever so much as think of touching Eyes again, this will seem like a walk in the park."

Without another word, Kanone disappeared into the shadows he emerged from. Ayumu was left on the ground, gasping for air. After a few more minutes, he regained control of his breathing, and shakily stood, extending a hand to place on the wall in an attempt to balance himself. Limping home, he knew this would raise even more questions, and hoped like hell that Madoka was already asleep.

Fortunately, luck seemed to have pity on him, and Ayumu glanced into Madoka's room to see the woman asleep. Making it the rest of the way into his own room, he collapsed on his bed, legs dangling off the side. He was just about to fall into the comforting abyss of sleep when his phone rang, snapping him back to his painful reality. Groggily, he flipped it open, "What?" he demanded, not in the mood to be any sort of awake.

"Jeez, way to greet someone." the voice on the other end said.

'Oh...this is just perfect.' Ayumu thought, sarcastically, "What do you want, Asazuki?" Ayumu asked, thuroughly annoyed already.

"Little Narumi, we've got a problem." Kousuke's voice had changed dramatically, and now reflected some sort of worry.

Fighting to pay attention, Ayumu rolled over onto his back, staring at his ceiling, "What kind of problem?"

"Rio's gone missing." The words came as a slap in the face, and Ayumu suddenly woke up.

"Hunters?" he asked, finding the question ridiculous; of course it was the Hunters.

"That's the problem, we don't know." Kousuke replied, "If it was the Hunters that had taken her, then they would have left some ominous message lying about, telling us at least something."

Ayumu hesitated, "Who else would have taken her?" he wondered aloud.

"I don't know." Kousuke admitted, feeling utterly helpless and hating it.

"Listen, I've had a rough night," Ayumu broke the silence, "and all I want to do right now is go to sleep. If anything happens, though, call me."

He heard a sigh on the other end, "Yeah, alright." Kousuke agreed. He would have yelled at Ayumu for not caring about Rio more, but he honestly didn't think the other boy could do anything with the information he had. He doubted even Hiyono could track Rio down going on the fact that she was missing. Hanging up the phone, Ayumu closed his eyes once more. The calming sleep quickly overtaking him once more with no phone calls to interupt.

15 minutes after Kanone left Eyes' apartment, he returned. Slipping his shoes and jacket back off, he looked around and saw that the silver-haired Blade Child was nowhere to be found. Sneaking into the bedroom, he smirked as he saw Eyes laying there, blue eyes closed in blissful sleep. He ran his gaze over the younger one's entire body, loving how perfect it was. Having the uncontrolable urge to be near the other one, he sat on the edge of the bed and ran his fingers through that soft, silky hair. He smiled as the other boy's eyes closed tightly for a breif second, then opened to gaze up at him, "Good morning." he said, a cheery smile on his face.

Blue eyes darted to the clock, then closed in irritation, "It's only been 15 minutes since you left; it's no where near morning." he informed the older one.

Olive green eyes lit up as their owner let out a laugh, "I suppose you are right about that."

"Where did you go?" came the next question.

Kanone hesitated, "I just had to take care of some business." he finally said. It wasn't a complete lie.

Once again those piercing blue eyes snapped open to glare at Kanone, "Is that so? I don't suppose that business would have anything to do with Little Narumi, now would it?"

"And if it did?" Kanone asked.

Slightly alarmed, Eyes sat up to stare at Kanone, "What did you do?"

The older one smiled, "How is that any concern of yours? I only protected what's mine."

Eyes glared and moved away form Kanone, "I'm not yours." he replied, coldly.

Kanone returned the glare at this comment, "Oh? And I suppose you're Ayumu's then?"

"Why are you convinced I'm anyone's?" the younger one asked, standing.

Kanone mimicked the movement, "Perhaps there's more going on here than I first assumed." he suggested. Eyes didn't reply, but only gazed at the other Blade Child, who was now across the room from him, "You wish to distance yourself from everyone, is that it?" More silence met this question, "Then why lead me on, let me believe that you love me?"

"I've never said such a thing." Eyes replied. Not only had he never told Kanone that he loved him, but he hadn't told anyone that he loved them. Eyes had long ago accepted that he was, perhaps, incapable of love. He understood that perfectly, Kanone, however, did not.

"So, you were just decieving me?" the latter asked, bitterly.

"You have decieved me before as well." Eyes reminded him, "Why would you think that no one would do the same to you?"

"There was no reason to lead me on, though." Kanone pointed out, "I had my reasons for what I did. What are yours, why let me believe you loved me only to turn around and say that you didn't?"

As silence filled the room, Kanone turned to leave. He glanced back only once more to confirm that Eyes was serious about his feelings, or lack thereof. Seeing that the younger was making no move to stop him, Kanone turned once more, exiting the room, apartment, and Eyes' life. The latter plopped back down on his bed, a pang of guilt running through him. Why had he led Kanone on, making him believe that he loved him? 'Because', Eyes realized, 'I thought I did.'
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Aww, so sad. Kanone went bye-bye. Hmm, this chappy seemed like it moved a little fast for me, but then again it did get rid of Kanone for all you EyesAyumu fans! Heh, of course, we all know he won't take this lyng down. So, of course, he'll be back to unleash hell upon Eyes and Ayumu. I didn't have Kanone beat up Ayumu too bad because we'll need him in a little while. Also, we'll find out who took dear Rio, and why!