Acquiescence

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Warnings: language, OOCness, blood and gore, violence, yaoi, man x man, smut, mention of incest, tons of possible typos and missing words, un-beta'd

A/N: sorry for loang overdue update…I've been mad busy/lazy hehe… Plus the longer the wait the higher the anticipation ne? Gomen, gomen mina-san~ I tried to add some smut but its not full blown smut more like half-smut, but I hope you still enjoy it! (And that you all forgive me for this being so late…) Plus I made it freak assed long! 28 pages baby!

Also seeing that this is the last chapter and all I'd like to hear from every single one of you who've read this fic, whether you have an , , (ok u need 1 to read this on aarin), livejournal account or not. Lets just say I want hear all your final thoughts~ (unbeta'd version, beta'd version will be up once I get it from my beta, which won't be for a while bcuz she's busy with school.)

~ Happy – Belated – birthday Rocquell (my Rocque-chan)! 30.10.10! Luv ya! Mwaaahhh!~

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Chapter 15 – Parallel Hearts

Russet eyes blinked open and the first thing that he saw were tear filled cobalt eyes.

"Yuu!" Alma yelled as he flung himself at Kanda. "You're awake!"

"Oi, Alma!" Kanda tried to get his cousin off him. "Get off! You're heavy!"

Alma ignored all of his protest and hugged him closer. He never wanted to let him go again. 'I'll protect you, I promise.'

Seeing that Alma wasn't about to let go any time soon Kanda relaxed in his arms. He was exhausted and felt a bit weakened, even if he'd just awaken.

"How long was I asleep for?"

"A week," Alma replied and he pulled back. "It's normal since you've…" his voice trailed off and he turned away. 'I can't tell Yuu.'

Kanda saw the hesitant look in his eyes and sighed. He knew there was something Alma wasn't telling him. Probably about his forgotten memories, but unfortunately for Alma they returned.

"They're back Alma," he replied as he sat up and stretched. "I remember everything."

Alma's navy eyes widen in shock and he turned to face Kanda. He almost cried when he saw the apologetic look on Kanda's face. It was as if Kanda was apologizing that he lost his memories, leaving him to bear all the pain of if by remembering what they've been through every day. He saw Kanda's lips moving and he placed a finger on it before the words could come out.

"Don't apologize," he replied. "I was thankful that you didn't remember those painful things till now." he gave a pained smile. "It was my way of protecting you, since I failed you at that time…"

It was Kanda's turn to silence Alma and he did it with a kiss. When he pulled back Alma's face was so red it resembled an overripe tomato.

"Y-Y-Yuu!" Alma shuttered. He felt his heart racing widely and he couldn't help the lewd thoughts that were running rampant in his mind.

Kanda chuckled at his reaction. "So cute," he teased. "Was that your first kiss?"

"N-no!" Alma blushed darkened. "I kissed before!"

A small smile graced Kanda's face as he watched his beet red shuttering cousin trying to list all of those he'd kiss. It was a sight to see.

"Sure, sure," he replied in a teasing tone. The change of subject worked well, Alma was now a blushing and shuttering mess, instead of looking guilty for failing to be of help when they were kidnapped in the past. He wanted Alma to forget about it and move on, but most of all he wanted to find out what exactly was done to them.

"Yuu…" Alma began. The blush on his face hadn't fade in the slightest. If anything it spread to his neck and ears. "…kiss me again?"

Kanda gave a chuckle and then he burst out laughing.

"Hey it wasn't that funny!" Alma protested. It was embarrassing enough to ask. "If you don't want to yo–" He was silenced by Kanda's lips.

Kanda pulled back and smirked. "There, happy?"

Alma blinked and then he launched himself at Kanda's retreating lips, giving them another kiss. This one more passionate than the first ones.

"Oi…Alma!" Kanda felt himself being pushed down in the bed as Alma's kiss became fervent and desperate. He opened his and allowed Alma to deepen the kiss.

Alma wasted no time slipping his tongue into Kanda's mouth, sucking on the warm muscle there while he explored. Kanda moved his tongue along with Alma's in a zealous and sensual dance, while he used his hands to pull him closer. Alma removed his hands that were buried in Kanda's loose raven hair to trail over his barely clothed torso. He would have slipped them under the thin white material but the sound of someone clearing their throat had him frozen in his tracks.

"I told you to alert me if Kanda-kun opened his eyes did I not Alma-kun?" Komui adjusted his glasses and the glint for the lights caught it.

Alma tried to pull back but Kanda held on to him until he said they were finished kissing.

"Komui," Kanda acknowledged. His lips were wet and swollen from the kiss.

"Kanda-kun, I see you're feeling better," Komui replied. His eyes remained hidden behind his glasses.

All of a sudden Kanda felt as if the playful atmosphere that was there disappeared. The look on Komui's face was grim and it spelled bad news in its worst form. He sat up and helped Alma off him.

"Just tell me," he said softly.

"Allen-kun is alive," Komui began and Kanda could have sworn he let out a breath of relief, and by the sour look on Alma's face he did.

"So what's with the grim look?" Kanda snorted. "You made it sound as if the bastard was dead. He's not allowed to die until I kill him." He felt Alma's hand on him and he looked up into his eyes.

"There's more," Alma replied in a strained voice.

"He's in a coma," Komui continued. "I'm not sure when he'll get up again or if he ever will. Also even if he wakes he may suffer brain damage along with being crippled for life. It's bad either way…"

Kanda's face was an emotionless mask. It was hard to tell what he was thinking. Komui and Alma waited with bated breaths to see what kind of reaction Kanda would show, if he allowed himself to show any.

"Can I see him?" Kanda asked, his voice was so low that Komui swore that he heard wrong.

"Yes, of course," Komui replied. He turned towards the door. "Follow me."

Kanda got out of bed without hesitation. He was wearing a white hospital gown and was barefooted. With two strides he crossed the distance between his bed and the door where Komui stood. The anxiety in his heart that he was trying so hard to hide was showing clearly in his body movements.

"…Yuu," Alma had his head down so that Kanda couldn't see his face. Even though Allen was the big brother that saved his Yuu, he still didn't trust him. And the fact that he hurt Kanda and made him cry made him dislike him even more. 'Why him? Why does it have to be him?' Kanda was his and he didn't want anyone else to have him.

"Wait for me," Kanda said without turning to face Alma. "I'll be back."

Alma still had his head down. "Yeah…" he had his head down until he heard the click of the door. It was hard to ignore his instincts and at that moment his instincts were telling him to prevent Kanda from going. "It's not fair…" he whispered to the empty room. "Yuu is mine…" He gave a sigh and plopped down in the bed Kanda occupied moments ago, staring up at the ceiling. 'Hurry back Yuu…'

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Kanda knew what to expect when he walked into the room Komui led him to. A half dead guy lying on his back in bed, and that was what he saw. So due to that he could help that the first words that passed his lips were "You look like shit."

Komui shook his head at Kanda's statement and turned back to the door. "I'll leave you for now. You can take your time but remember Alma-kun is waiting for you."

"Sure," Kanda replied. His russet eyes still trained on the motionless pale man on the bed. "I won't take long."

"I see," Komui replied and then he opened the door. "I'll go tell Alma-kun to wait for you in the lobby then."

The door closed with a soft click. It was fairly silent and the only sounds were low beeps coming from the various machines that Allen was connected to. Kanda walked closer to the bed, standing by the chair that was beside it. The soft pats of his bare feet against the tile floor seemed to echo in the small room.

"Who gave you permission to be in this condition?" he hissed in a low tone. "You bastard, I told you you're not supposed to die until I kill you!" Both his hands were clenched in a tight ball. "I'll kill you if you die, you hear me! So don't you dare die…" 'Don't leave me.'

Allen gave no indication that he was conscious. His eyes were still closed, as if they were permanently sealed. He looked worst off than Kanda thought he was. Bandages covered most of his head and what little white hair that was visible peeked out at odd ends. His face was pale and it rivaled the white sheets he laid on.

Kanda unclenched his hands and hesitantly brought them to clasp one of Allen's. His hands felt clammy when he held the pale hand in his grasps and he could feel his heart beat sped up to a mile a minute. The feeling was still weird and it made his heart ache. Feelings of 'love' or 'hate' he knew how to classify them now but they still somehow interlock. He loved Allen but at the same time he hated him.

"Better prepare yourself bastard," Kanda squeezed the hand in his grasp. "When you wake up I'll beat the fuck out of you."

There was no doubt in his mind. Allen would wake up and that was what he would believe in, no matter how long it took. Whether he like to admit or not he couldn't escape it, as when he saw Allen for the first time...

...it was love at first sight.

"It seems someone is here already," Wisely's voice echoed, shattering the mood that was previously in the room.

Kanda let go of Allen's hand and turned to see who was presently in the room with him. He saw the members of Allen's family; everyone except Lulu Bell. There was no surprise there. Lulu Bell made it clear that she didn't give a fuck about Allen's condition. If he lived then good for him, she'd follow him like always but if he croaked and died it was even better for her. That was one thing she wanted, Allen's death.

"Yuu!" Lavi quickly made his way over to the raven and wrapped his arms around him. "I'm so glad you're awake."

Lavi was surprised when Kanda returned his hug but he shook away the shock and hugged him closer.

"What brings you here Mugen boss?" Cyril's cold tone brought everyone's attention to him.

Lavi flinched when he heard what Cyril said. He almost forgot…Kanda was the boss of their rival Yakuza. Kanda tensed in his arms but he soon relaxed himself and pulled away from Lavi's hold.

"Just checking in on the bastard," Kanda replied in a bored tone. "I can see I'm not welcomed here, so I'm outta here."

"Wait Yuu," Lavi held on to Kanda's hand to prevent him from leaving. "The boss would want you here. Please stay…"

Kanda shook his head. "I could care less what that bastard would want," he replied with a snort. "Let go Lavi, Alma is waiting."

"But Yuu…"

"Let go of Yuu!" Alma yelled from the door. He glared daggers at Lavi who released Kanda, albeit a little hesitantly.

"Alma, calm down," Kanda scolded. He gave Allen one last look and walked pass the others to where Alma stood. "We're leaving."

Alma nodded. "Un."

Kanda was about to follow him out when he felt a small hand on his elbow, he looked down seeing Road's golden depts.

"Are you giving up on Allen?" she asked. "Do you believe that he won't get better?"

They stared at each other for a while until Kanda broke their eye contact. He pulled his hand from her grasp and turned away from her.

"No," he replied to her first question. "He will and when he does I'll kill him myself."

With that said he left the room with Alma in tow. Road smiled at his response and turned to face the others.

"He's pretty positive for someone who wants Allen dead," she giggled. "Allen sure knows how to pick up trouble."

Wisely nodded in agreement with Road. "It's all predestined," he said with a chuckle. "I don't believe this is the end. We'll see that feisty raven once again."

Cyril walked over to Tyki to join him at Allen's bedside. A frown marred his handsome face. His family was the most important thing to him and he failed to protect a family member. Even if the perpetrator was dead he still felt as if he had let Allen down.

"You're not the only one who feels like shit, I feel responsible too," Tyki said turning to face him. "I mean I was there and I couldn't do a damn thing."

"Tyki…" Cyril gave a light sigh. "Don't blame yourself."

"Cyril's right," Lavi added. "I'm the one at fault. I read the situation wrong." He gritted his teeth. "I should have made a better plan."

"Lavi it's not your fault," Tyki rested his hand on Lavi's shoulder and then pulled him in his arms.

"Yes it's no fault of ours," Wisely said as he walked up to Allen's bed. "Our dear Allen fell for one hell of a dangerous kitten. I guess it's true what they say, 'people are blinded by love.'"

What Wisely said seemed to lighten the tense mood that surrounded the three. The apprehension drained from their bodies and their shoulders slumped. Tyki and Lavi still felt at fault for Allen's injury as it was their duty to protect him. Allen was the boss and for him to get hurt proves that their Mafia is lacking in something.

"Allen gave himself in to protect Yuu-chan because of love," Road began as he walked over to the side of the bed where the twins stood. "For Allen he didn't care if he died, as long as he protected Yuu-chan. That kind of attachment was what caused this to happen."

"So what are you implying, Road?" Debitto asked. He looked up at her as he was on his knees leaning against the bed. "That this is some kind of punishment for falling in love?"

"Is it hii?" Jasdero added. His eyes were on Allen's still form.

Road shrugged. "I'm not saying that," she pouted. "But think about it. If it was 'normal' Allen, there was no way in hell that we'd be standing here now."

That was true; if Allen was acting like his normal self he wouldn't give a fuck if Kanda was held hostage. He would have probably killed him along with the enemy. But Kanda was different, he was Allen's one and only weakness.

"So, what's going to happen now?" Wisely asked. To him it was like eight years ago all over again. "Are the brats taking over this time?"

Cyril shook his head. "We'll continue as normal," he replied. "Allen's hospitalization will be kept a secret. We'll wait for Allen to wake."

"Yeah," Tyki murmured. "Allen will wake up." He grinned. "This is just a minor set back."

"So true," Road added. "I bet when Allen finally wakes he'll be really pissed. Lying down for so long isn't his style that is unless Yuu-chan is beside him."

Wisely chuckled and then everyone became silent. It was obvious that they were beyond worried for Allen not as the Noah boss but as a member of their family member. He was an important member of their family and they didn't want to lose him.

'Allen, wake up soon…' Lavi had never seen everyone look so grim. 'Everyone is hoping for your recovery, even Yuu.'

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Kanda wondered if taking over a Yakuza should feel this…formal.

He quickened his steps as he walked down the pathway that the attendees cleared for him. They were all wearing formal black suits and dresses but he had to wear a goddamned yukata! It felt weird on him and the obi was tied so loosely that he swore it'd fall off. 'God can't this end soon?' He finally reached his destination and with a drained sigh he knelt before some old guy. The old guy proceeded to yap on and on about the responsibilities of the Mugen Yakuza and other things that Kanda labeled as crap. 'I'm taking over an illegal gang, why the fuck do I need to know all that crap!'

He zoned out everything that was said only looking as if he was paying attention. The old guy's boring monologue soon came to an end and Kanda was glad for it. He was about to get up but a hand on his shoulder stopped him.

"Stay where you are Yuu," Alma said with a smile. "It's not over as yet."

Kanda internally groaned. 'There's more?' He glared at Alma; at least he was wearing a suit. 'Damn it this thing is slipping off.' He tried to discretely pull up the sleeve that was falling off but he felt a tug on it, as if someone was deliberately pulling it down. 'What the fuck?'

He turned to his left seeing three unknown guys there. One of them was the one responsible for pulling down the sleeve of his yukata. He was about to knock them away from him when Alma spoke.

"Ah Yuu they're just doing their job," he said in a tone that sounded way too easygoing for Kanda's liking. Weren't three guys trying to strip him in front of a crowd of people? How the fuck could Alma sound like it's nothing.

"What do you mean?" Kanda asked but before Alma could reply the three guys set out on their work. He flinched when he felt three needles digging into the flesh of his chest.

"Your mark," Alma replied. "They'll engrave it on your chest." He saw the question in Kanda's eyes and smiled. "It would take hours with one person so three person make it end quicker. So don't move too much."

Kanda looked blankly at his cousin and then down at the person's who were professionally etching a tattoo on his chest. It did sting a bit having three freaking needles drawing at the same time but the quicker the better. Now all he had to do was sit there and wait for them to finish, easier said than done. In less than ten minutes he was already bored to hell. Alma was there providing some sort of distraction, not that it wasn't working, but his knees were killing him. 'How long am I going to kneel here damn it?'

Half an hour later the three guys were done. They did a full three and a half hour job in less than a third of the time time. After they got up and left the old man came back. Kanda swore he'd die if the man started talking again but instead of talking he asked Kanda to stand, which he did. His legs felt a bit stiff from the angle they were forced to stay in and it made his stance a bit wobbly.

"Please turn to face the crowd Kanda-sama," the old man continued in his lackluster tone. When Kanda turned to face the person's who were gathered there he continued. "I present to you the sixteenth head of the Kanda clan and heir to the Mugen Yakuza, Kanda Yuu-sama, son of Kanda Kozato-sama."

Everyone fell to their knees and bowed before Kanda. It was now official; Kanda was legitimately the boss of the Mugen Yakuza. He had no idea what the job entails but if it was something like what Allen did then it would be easy. First and foremost he must schedule a meeting with the members and those apart of his alliance. After all he should make his presence known. 'What should be my first order?' He was positive that many might not accept a young boss and might rebel against him.

He licked his lips at the thought and then smirked. 'I'll make it clear to them who the boss is.'

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"That went well," Alma gave a yarn and then stretched. He was laying on the king size bed that looked out of place in the Japanese oriented room. "I'll give you pointers on what to do now."

Kanda had his eyes trained on Alma's half naked form. He watched in fascination as Alma's taut muscles flexed with every movement he made. Alma's body was well toned and perfectly trained. He was toned in the right places and even though he had muscles they weren't too bulky, it suited his form well.

"Yuu? Are you listening to me?" Alma asked as he sat up.

"Yeah," Kanda replied. He removed his eyes from Alma's body to look at his reflection in the mirror and specifically at the tattoo that took up most of the left part of his upper body. For something that was a rush job the tattoo was done well, as expected for professionals. "This looks familiar."

Alma got up and walked over to where Kanda stood. "I'm sure it does," he used his fingers to trail the pattern of the tattoo. It had the same design as his but Kanda's own had a sort of arc on his that had a flame pattern. The flame pattern extended to his upper arm and neck. That was the only difference between their tattoos.

"Stop it that tickles," Kanda grab at Alma's insistent fingers. "I remember where I saw it. Tou-san (1) used to have one just like it…"

"Oh," Alma replied. His expression fell. "Kozato oji-chan was the boss…" Tears pricked the corner of his eyes. "Sorry Yuu…"

Kanda released Alma's fingers and rested his hands on his head. "You've grown so much but you're still a big baby," he chuckled when he saw Alma pout. "I'm not blaming you for anything so you don't have to apologize." He looked up into Alma's cobalt eyes. "I killed your father…"

"Don't," Alma interrupted. "You told me not to so you shouldn't either."

Kanda smiled a bit at that. Even though he hadn't seen Alma in so long he didn't feel any different being with him. It was like they weren't separated eight years ago.

"Ok, I won't," he pulled on the yukata and adjusted it on his body. "What's first?"

Alma took out a black marina from the closet. "We make it known to the followers that you're at top," he replied as he put on his marina. "But Yuu are you sure?"

Kanda nodded. "I'm already tainted, so why not?" he replied. "Don't think of me as some innocent and clueless person. Right now you're the only person from this Yakuza that I truly trust. I know you won't let me regret it Alma."

Alma got on his knees and he took Kanda's right hand in his. "I'm forever your solider," he kissed the back of his hand. "I will follow your command even if it leads to my end. My life is yours to lead my boss. I will protect you till my last breath, this I swear upon the name of the Mugen." He gave Kanda a smile and got up. "Ah that oath sure is long."

"Oath?" Kanda asked. The place where Alma kissed felt a bit warm.

Alma nodded and then flashed Kanda a bright smile. "It a traditional oath to pledge your life to the boss of the Mugen Yakuza," he explained.

"Oh," Kanda felt his cheeks heat up at what he asked next. "Did you say it to Hiroki?" He felt stupid asking that.

Cobalt eyes blinked in confusion. "No, why would I?" he chuckled. "The only one I'd pledge my life to is Yuu." A mischievous grin crossed his face. "Eh could it be that Yuu was being jealous?"

The blush on Kanda's face darkened. "No I wasn't!"

Alma chuckled at Kanda's cute behavior and pounced on him. "Yuu that expression was so cute!" he snuggled against Kanda's back. "I'm so glad you're with me Yuu. I love you the most."

Kanda tensed at what Alma said but he soon relaxed into his arms. It felt different than being held by Allen. The arms around him were comfortable and it made him feel loved. With Allen there was constant pain along with his caresses, but if he was always in pain why was he craving for Allen's touch?

There was a knock and it alerted the two to the door.

"Kanda-sama the guests have arrived," the voice outside said. "It is time for the meeting."

Kanda pulled away from Alma. "I'll be there soon."

"I will make them know."

Alma pouted at being interrupted but he put on his best smile. "What ever happens I'll protect you."

Kanda gave a rare smile in reply. "We'll protect each others back," he replied. "Let's go."

"Hai boss."

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It was obvious what to expect from a meeting filled with old Yakuza men.

Hostile atmosphere: check.

Glares: check.

Intimidation: in progress.

Attempt at his murder: not yet but Kanda was sure they were up to something.

"So, you all are the bosses of the Yakuzas and Mafias allied with the Mugen?" Kanda asked as he entered the room. He walked up to where he should sit at the head of the table?

He wasn't sure what to call it as there wasn't a table present. The old farts were sitting on some kind of tatami mats facing the front. Ok, sure they were in Japan but would it kill the maids or butlers to get some tables and chairs?

"Yes we are," one man who looked to be in his mid twenties replied. He had deep brown eyes and thick black hair that spiked out, he also had a polite look about him but his aura spoke otherwise. "I'm Tomaki Kugar, boss of the Gengyo Yakuza. Please to meet your acquaintance Kanda Yuu-sama."

Kugar bowed in respect but Kanda ignored him and sat down, facing all those who've gathered. "Ok first of all, who here hates the Noah Family?"

Everyone looked at each other in confusion then back at Kanda.

"My I ask the reason for this question," Kugar asked. He seemed to be the spokes person for the group and apparently the youngest sans Kanda.

"No reason," Kanda shrugged. "Just answer the damn question."

"I believe that none of us here are very fond of that Mafia, Kanda-sama," Kugar replied in a careful tone. "They are our enemies after all."

Kanda nodded. "I see," he smirked. "Ah well who gives a fuck, I just want to mention one thing. I don't like traitors, betray me and you're dead. That's all; you're free to go now." The look on his face was of utter boredom.

"What is this?" an enraged voice barked. The person stood up to glare at Kanda. "You brat who do you think you are threatening us like that?"

Kanda looked at him blankly and that angered the man even more.

"You're just a brat, what do you know about leading a Yakuza!" the man clicked his teeth and sneered.

"I don't need experience to lead you bunch of old farts," Kanda spat in contempt. "If you're done babbling get the fuck out."

That was the last straw. "How dare you," the man growled. "I'll never acknowledge you; the boss of the Mugen Yakuza is Hiroki-san!" He pulled out a gun. "I'll eliminate you and take the Mugen under my wing."

He pointed the gun at Kanda but he didn't shoot. It was as if he was waiting for something to happen. A few minutes passed and he looked around in shock.

"Where are my men?" he barked.

"Oh you mean these guys who I just killed?" Alma asked in a light tone. He slid the door open and stepped in. Blood was splattered on his face and his hands were soaked in it. "I dealt with them, no problem."

"You!" the man stepped back a bit. "You monster!"

"Yuu, that guy there pointed a gun at you and plotted to take your life," Alma began in a sing song tone. His pupil slashed to slits. "What is his punishment?"

Kanda smirked. "Death," he replied and before the man was aware of it he was in front of him.

The man fell to the ground surprised at having Kanda before him. His mouth widened when he saw that Kanda's eyes were similar to Alma's. "You're…you're a monster too."

"Wrong choice of words," Kanda drawled in a bored tone. "You should be begging for your pathetic life." He pierced forward and stabbed the man in his chest. "Though, even if you begged I wouldn't have spared you." He slashed up, almost slicing the man in half.

Everyone was silent at the display. They were either too afraid to move, fearing the consequences or stunned by what happened. Kugar had a smirk on as he watched Kanda's flawless kill. 'Ah he's very interesting.'

"Let this be a lesson to you all," Kanda sneered at the people who were present. "Fuck around with me and you're dead. Your only job is to follow my every whims, got it?"

"Hai boss," they chorused.

"Now, get the fuck out."

They didn't wait to be told twice. All of them scurried out, all but Kugar.

"I see you're no beginner when it comes to slaughter," he gave Kanda an eerie smile. "I look forward with working with you in the future, Kanda-sama." He gave a low bow and then left.

"I never did like that guy," Alma said as he came up behind Kanda. "His aura smells of pervert."

Kanda gave a low chuckle. "You sensed that too?" he looked down at the corpse at his feet. "Get someone to clean up the mess. I'm going to review a bit."

Alma nodded. "No prob Yuu."

Kanda turned to leave but paused as Alma called to him. "What is it, Alma?"

Instead of replying Alma walked up to Kanda and kissed him fully on the lips then pulled back. "I love you, Yuu," he whispered as he enveloped him in his strong arms. "More than a cousin should…I know we're both guys and family to boot but I can't help it."

Alma's arms were trembling and he tried to calm himself. He finally got a chance to tell his cousin his true feelings, but now that he confessed he feared rejection. Kanda was silent and it made Alma a bit more worried. 'Maybe Yuu thinks I'm weird…'

"Alma, why are you so afraid?" Kanda voiced after a while. "You love me right?" he asked and Alma nodded. "Then prove it."

Cobalt eyes widened as they focused on Kanda's face. He didn't see any form of disgust on his features. 'Does it mean that Yuu doesn't hate me?'

"Yuu…can I kiss you again?" he asked. "This time using my tongue…?"

Kanda claimed Alma's lips before he could say anything else. He pulled away and whispered something against his lips and then kissed him once more. It took a while before Alma could properly think and when he could he returned Kanda's kiss with equal fervor, kissing him deeply. They sucked and nipped on each other tongues not breaking away, even for a gulp of air.

"Kanda-sama," there was a few knocks on the wooden door.

Alma pulled away reluctantly with a pout. "Damn, interrupted again."

Kanda chuckled and placed a small peck on Alma's lips. "After I'm finished, let's practice a bit," he said as he walked over to the door. "I want us to fight, no holding back."

Alma was a bit skeptical about fighting Kanda but he agreed. He would protect Kanda but that didn't mean he would baby him. Kanda proved that he can take care of him self and he would respect and follow what ever Kanda told him.

"Sure, that sounds interesting," he replied with a smile. A thought entered him mind and he tried to make his smile more sexy and domineering. "And afterwards we can have another form of practice." He winked.

Kanda burst out laughing and Alma blushed. "Don't say something like that again," he said once his laughter died down. "It doesn't match your face."

"You don't have to say it that bluntly," Alma pouted; his cheeks still aflame.

"Sorry but it's the truth," Kanda replied. "I'm going now."

Alma nodded and Kanda walked off. Once he stepped out the door he was greeted with the scene out of a massacre. 'Alma dealt with them perfectly.' He thought as he scanned the area, taking the badly slashed and ripped bodies that lay on floor. Speaking of Alma reminded him of Alma's confession a while ago. It wasn't as if he didn't guess that there was a possibility that his cousin might like him but…damn, it was complicated.

"Kanda-sama."

Kanda looked forward seeing one of the female care takers of the mansion. "I'll be in the library," he replied.

The woman bowed and then turned to leave. Kanda stood there watching her retreating back. He felt a sudden urge to attack her but he tried to quell the urge. The blood that soaked the area had his mind running around in circles but he refused to give into it. Alma wasn't giving in to his killing instincts and he would try not to also. So with great restraint he turned away and walked towards the opposite end of the hall.

He remembered where everything was, even though he hadn't been there in almost eight years it seemed as if nothing had changed. The halls were just like he remembered and so were most of the rooms. It had been so long since he was at his childhood home and though he felt a bit out of place there, he was glad to finally be back.

'I have to find out more on that Lotus Project,' he thought as he quickened his steps towards the area where the library was located. 'I need to find out more about this Yakuza too, so that I know what I'm dealing with.'

Becoming the boss of a Yakuza wasn't his career choice but since he was, might as well milk to its fullest right? Now he needed to establish his reputation. He would make his name the most feared name in all of Japan, even more than Allen's. But why limit himself to Japan, the world is open for his pleasure. 'Oi bastard better get up soon or I'll demolish your little Mafia.'

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It had been close to half a year and within that small amount of time Kanda managed to gain a reputation of being the most beautiful and deadliest Yakuza boss of the Mugen. He was given the name of 'ice queen' due to his beauty and cold hearted cruelty. His low tolerance for betrayal had many pledging their loyalty to him and with his excellent leadership skills – including intimidation – he recaptured many lost territories, even going as far as to capture areas that the Noah's occupied.

Even in the months that passed Allen hadn't opened his eyes. He was still unconscious and while he was things were looking bad for the Noah Family. News of his hospitalization had spread and due to that his family had him transferred to a private hospital. His life was in danger as enemy Mafias and most of the ones allied to the Noah aimed to take his life.

There were more than seven attempts in two days at the hospital where Allen first stayed, and that proved that many wanted him dead. It wasn't like it was an understatement as everyone really wanted him dead.

Kanda stopped before the small elaborate building. Despite the fact that Allen's family was trying to keep him from seeing Allen; he had his ways. He only managed to see Allen at least once a week but in the last two months he was too busy to drop by. Now that he was finished with his preparations he wanted to see Allen before he followed through with his plan.

He always visited when none of the family members were present but now he was positive that no one would be there at this time. After all they had something of utter importance to discuss. So he would be alone with Allen for that day, though he didn't intend to stay that long he too had something to do.

"Welcome back Kanda-sama," the guard greeted with a low bow.

Kanda nodded in reply, and walked in without any hassle. It sure was good to know certain people as it made visiting Allen that much easier. He followed the familiar path to where Allen's room was located. When he got there he pushed the door opened and then stepped in.

Allen looked almost the same as he saw him two months ago but there was a subtle difference. His face was paler than what he remembered, plus he looked as if he'd lost a bit of weight. Kanda closed the door behind him and pressed the button on the knob, locking it from the inside. Slowly he made his way towards the bed where Allen laid motionless.

"Still sleeping eh bastard?" he asked in a low tone. "You're wasting away here." Allen was still silent and Kanda didn't seem to expect anything much. "You're still functioning normally but why the fuck won't you wake up?"

A pale hand came out and fisted the edge of the sheets tightly. He felt so frustrated and he brought his fists down to pound lightly on Allen's chest. 'Wake up damn it!' His hands when limp on Allen's chest and he leaned forward to rest his head on the pillow. 'Thanks to you I'm being weird.' He turned his head to look at Allen's face, eyes focusing on Allen's plump pink lips.

"I'm sleeping with Alma," Kanda voiced out loud as if hearing of his infidelity would shock the albino awake. "We're always doing it. Aren't you jealous? Aren't you going to punish me eh bastard? I'm fucking with another guy!"

He gritted his teeth at Allen's lack of response and crashed his lips on Allen's unresponsive ones. 'Why? Why won't these feelings just die?' He wanted to forget about Allen but nothing that he did helped. Even when Alma was fucking him, he always managed to think of Allen during that crucial time. Alma was just a distraction for his real feelings but he hated to use his cousin like that. His cousin genuinely loved him and here he was stepping all over his feelings by refusing to let go of his half dead bastard lover/master.

"You're making me hurt Alma," he murmured against Allen's lips. "He's the one person I don't want to hurt. It's your fault…" He bit Allen's bottom lip and lapped the blood that was present. "It's all your fucking fault!"

There was no response as usual and Kanda trailed his hands over Allen's torso. His hands lingered down to Allen's crotch and he gave the limp organ a squeeze. It twitched in his grasp reacting to his touches and soon Kanda was fondling a half hard cock under the sheets.

"It's getting hard," he voiced out loud as he yanked the sheet down to expose Allen's barely clothed torso. His half hard cock was pushing up from the fabric of his hospital gown. "You're feeling it…"

He lifted the grown up revealing Allen's cock that stood tall and proud. The head was glistening with pre-cum and Kanda licked his lip in anticipation. 'He's body is reacting but he's still in a deep sleep.' That was fine by Kanda; he would do to Allen just what he always did to him. He moved closer to Allen's cock and licked a long trail from the base to the tip. The organ trembled in his hands and he enjoyed the feel but when he looked at Allen's face, the unfazed blank look and his closed eyes almost brought his mood down. Instead he closed his eyes and continued to suck Allen's cock.

In all his eighteen years of living he wouldn't believe he would do what he was doing now, but he didn't care. He wanted to feel Allen and he wanted to feel him asap. The months that passed by was way too long and even if he'd been sleeping with Alma his body missed Allen. He sucked and nipped at the underside before taking Allen's cock deep in his mouth till the tip hit the back of his throat and even then he continued to swallow. His nose nuzzled into the thick white curls at the base of Allen's cock and he pulled back slightly only to deep throat him again. He fought against the urge to gag as he deep throated Allen repeatedly, loving the feel of Allen's cock at the back of his throat.

He would have continued to let his mouth get fucked by Allen but right now he was eager for something else. With one last suck he let Allen's cock slip out of his mouth with an audible pop.

"I'm doing what I want from now on," Kanda said as he got on top of Allen and straddled his waist. He was only wearing a pair of underpants under his dark blue yukata. "Aren't you going to wake up?" he pulled his underpants down to his knees and then down his legs. "Don't you want to see me riding you?"

Kanda gripped Allen's dick; he brought his hips up and then eased himself down slowly. His back arced when Allen's cock pushed past the tight ring of his anus. He continued to have his back bent in a tight arc as he fully lowered himself, fully seated with Allen's dick deep inside him.

"Aaah…ngh…" he panted and leaned closer to Allen, while placing his hands on either side of his head. "Fuck…so…good…"

He raised his hips and fell back down almost screaming when he felt the head of Allen's cock brush against his sweet spot. It felt so fucking good and in moments he was bouncing away like a whore, riding Allen's cock so skillfully as if he was doing it all his life. Saliva dribbled down his chin and sweet pants poured from his lips when he moved. He felt as if he was losing his mind but it would have been better if Allen was conscious and using his strong hands to grip his waist. Now that would have taken him over the edge, if he felt Allen's hand on him whether to bring pain or pleasure he would have lost it right away.

"Ugh…ngh… Nnn ghn…" he felt hot as if he was melting from the inside. His legs were at either side of Allen and he used the strength in them to push him self up, and then let gravity take its course by brining him back down.

He continued at that pace, purring when ever the tip of Allen's cock hit against his prostate dead on. His legs felt a bit strained but he continued to move as he brought himself closer and closer to completion. Allen's cock felt harder by the minute, it twitched repeatedly inside him and Kanda knew what that meant; he was close and so was he.

Glazed over russet eyes opened to gaze longingly at Allen's perfect oval face. There was no change to his facial expression as beads of sweat slid down his brow to his chin. His expression was still clam but there was a slight crease in his brows. Though it was not much noticeable it made Kanda hope. Allen wasn't going to stay asleep, he would wake up.

When he felt Allen's cock hardened even more he leaned closer and latched on to Allen's lips. "Hap…py…birth…day…" he whispered before pushing him self down to the brim on Allen's cock. "Aaaahh!"

With a guttural moan he threw his head back in ecstasy. His back arched as he had his release, spraying come up towards his face. The sticky essence coated his chin and cheeks, giving him a slutty look. He felt Allen's cock explode inside him and that induced another loud moan. The feel of Allen's come inside his ass was wonderful. It made him crave for more.

"Bastard," he panted, gripping the white material of Allen's hospital gown. A lone tear trailed down his left cheek. Another one followed and then another. "Why won't you wake up?"

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"Yuu!" Alma's face lit up considerably when he saw Kanda. Kanda had just returned after going out on a personal errand. "I missed you!" he was about to run towards him but paused in his tracks. There was another scent mixing together with Kanda's and that scent was very familiar. It was something he wouldn't forget and it made his cheeriness dim when he realized where Kanda went and what he did there.

"Alma," Kanda acknowledged. He walked passed him and towards the direction of his room. "Get ready, we're leaving soon."

Alma kept his mouth shut, hiding the pain he felt in his heart. He should have known that Kanda would not become his, but it fucking hurt to find it out that way. 'Yuu…' With a few strides he came up behind Kanda and held on to his right hand.

"Yuu…" he murmured softly. His steel grip tightened by the second. "Don't you love me?"

His voice sounded so hurt that it made Kanda flinch. Alma was emotional by nature and it was even more when his feelings were trampled over.

"Yeah, I love you," Kanda replied. "You're my one and only cousin and you're very precious to me, Alma."

Alma chuckled and it sounded bitter. That wasn't the type of love confession he wanted to hear, he didn't meant it as family wise but that was all he would be getting from Kanda. Kanda's heart was already stolen by that demon Allen Walker, so there was nothing for him to take.

"Ok," he replied as he released Kanda's hand. "I guess I should get ready." He turned away from Kanda and placed his hands behind his head where his fingers interlocked. "I promise to make today a success so leave everything to me k Yuu."

He was about to walk off but Kanda stopped him by holding on to his wrist. The next thing he knew he was turned to face him and Kanda's lips were on his. Tears welled up in his eyes but he refused to let them fall. 'You're not playing fair, Yuu…'

"I'm counting on you then Alma," Kanda said as he pulled away. 'I'm sorry…'

Alma grinned despite the hurt he felt. "Sure thing Yuu!"

Kanda seemed pleased with the response and after he placed a chaste on Alma's lips he left. He needed to get ready, plus he had to shower. Allen's come was still in his body. The knowledge of that made him both content and depressed at the same time. Content in that he got fucked by Allen's cock after so long and depressed in that he just hurt Alma even more. With Alma's advanced sense of smell he knew he smelt Allen on him. If that wasn't a direct blow, he didn't know what was. 'Shit, is it weird that I don't feel that bad about it?' He knew he should but he couldn't help it…he loved Allen more.

He hurried into his room and headed straight for his private bath and after a quick shower he was out and in front of his closet with a white fluffy towel on his head. All he could see was yukatas when he opened the closet door but even though he was annoyed wearing them before, he had gotten used to them. Plus they were easy to take off when they needed to be. He took out a pure white one that had dark blue flowers embroidered on the edges along with a dark blue obi and headed over to the full body mirror.

"Something's different," he glanced at his reflection in the mirror, seeing how his features had changed over the few months. Nothing much was different other than his eyes, before they reflected his immense boredom and aloofness. But now they were dark and frozen, and the only thing that was reflected in them was death. "Who'd thought that that little encounter would change my life so much?"

That day when he ran into Allen his life was forever changed. His normal life was now one that was filled with death and despair with him being the one causing it. 'It wasn't as if I hade a normal life to begin with…' Death followed him from his childhood and even if he hadn't met Allen he was sure he'd end up in the same place he was now.

"Kanda-sama," a male voice outside called. "The others have arrived. I was sent to get you."

Kanda tightened the obi around his slim waist and then strapped his swords on. He quickly caught his hair in a low ponytail and with one last look at his appearance he walked over to the door and slid it open. There before him he saw one of the servants in a low bow on his knees. The man got up when Kanda opened the door and gave another curt bow.

"I shall escort you there Kanda-sama," he said with his head bowed. "Karma-sama is with them now."

"Oh I see," Kanda replied and the man raised his head. He followed him down the hall towards the area that was called the west wing. That side of the mansion was specifically used for the Yakuza and it was only used for meetings with the Alliance.

They came to a stop before the door and the servant pulled it open for Kanda to enter. Everyone became silent the moment Kanda entered the room. They all looked up towards him, giving him their undivided attention. Kanda walked up to his place at the head and took a seat.

"Today's the day," Kugar commented with a smirk. "I can not wait to see the outcome, my boss."

"Same here," another voice chirped. The person was a female with short blond hair and steely scarlet eyes.

"You all know your parts," Kanda said in a voice that held all authority. "I don't expect any screw ups on this."

"Of course not!" Kugar said with a grin. "The Gengyo Yakuza will not fail you."

"Nor will the Klover Mafia," the female voice added. Her red eyes were sharp yet they held a glimmer of kindness that one associated with the Mafia wasn't known to have. "My girls will not fail you, Kanda-sama."

Kanda nodded. "I'm counting on you two, Kugar, Seya."

Seya's crimson eyes glowed and she stood up. "Leave it to me," she winked and blew a kiss in and Kanda's direction.

"I won't let that woman have one over me," Kugar replied. "I'll take care of it."

"The rest of you will remain hidden and provide back up when needed," Kanda continued. "Now that you know your roles, it's time to put my plans into action. Alma."

Alma stood up and joined Kanda's side. "Yuu?"

A dark smirk took over Kanda's face. "Let's proceed."

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Cyril let out a worn out sigh. "Here we go again."

"So true," Wisely added. "It's the same as back then, but this time the problem's bigger. There's no way we can sit back and chill when we're being targeted like this."

Lulu Bell's expression was going sour by the minute. "We've lost so much, the decision must be made now!" she urged. "Walker will not recover; we should move on and name a new boss in his stead, or suffer complete wipeout."

Tyki sighed. "I don't want to agree with Lulu Bell but she's sort of making sense," he added. "Not in the Allen won't recover aspect, but we do need a boss right away."

Lavi nodded in agreement. "Things aren't going well for the Noah…waiting for the boss may not be the right choice now," he hated to admit it but it was true. "At least assign a temporary boss until Allen recovers."

There was no other choice, the Noah's were bordering on takeover. They needed a leader and Allen didn't look like he would wake anytime soon.

"The question is who will do it?" Cyril asked. "Wisely, would you consider doing it? If not, Tyki will have to do it."

Wisely sighed. "Let Tyki take over," he replied. "I'll take on Tyki's current role."

Cyril nodded "So it's decided," he was about to say something else but the door being kicked opened grabbed his attention.

Everyone turned to the door with their guns aimed, ready to shoot.

"Did I interrupt something?" came Kanda's voice. He stepped into the room with a smirk on. "So, long time no see."

"Yuu!" Lavi put away his gun. It had been so long since he'd seen him. "I'm so happy to see you…" He made a move to walk forward but Tyki told him to stay where he was.

"Mugen boss," Lulu Bell sneered. She had her gun aimed at Kanda's heart. "You little slut, have you know shame?" Her eyes were filled with pure hate. "After whoring out yourself to our boss, you betrayed him. A slut like you should just die!"

She placed her finger on the trigger but before she could pull it Alma appeared before her. He gave her a back hand slap that had her staggering back.

"Watch your tone," he growled, already in his full beast form.

Lulu Bell caught herself from stumbling. She raised her gun to Alma only to have it knocked from her grasp. A pain filled grunt passed her lips when her right arm was wrung painfully. Alma held her hand behind her and forced her to kneel. He pulled out his sword ready to slice the appendage off.

"Alma enough," Kanda said simply and Alma stopped. He re-sheathed his sword and returned obediently to Kanda's side. "Sorry about that Alma can be a bit hasty." His tone didn't sound a least bit remorseful. "I'm just here to talk so you can put away your weapons."

"And why should we listen to you?" Cyril asked in a polite tone. "From what I can see you're intruding on out turf."

Kanda nodded. "Ah true, but isn't that what enemies do?" he shrugged. "Anyway there is only one reason why I'm here and that is to," he walked forward towards the chair where Allen always sat, at the head of the table and sat down in it, "take over the Noah."

"Pretty confident," Wisely added with a grin. "And what makes you think it'll go your way?"

Kanda looked up and shrugged. "I just know," just as he said that the room was overran with Yakuza men wearing black suits. "We can do this the easy way," the men pulled out their weapons, "or we can do this the hard way. Take your pick."

Beastly russet eyes regarded Allen's elite family with cold-hearted glee. His eyes met the green of Lavi's and he smiled.

"I really want to avoid unnecessary bloodshed so let's do this peacefully ne?" Kanda continued. "This deal isn't so bad, think of it as a merger or Alliance of some sort."

"With the Mugen as the overall head," Tyki sneered.

"Well naturally," Kanda reply. "Like I said before, it's not a bad deal. With our Families united the entire Japan is ours to do as we please. So what do you say?" he chuckled. "It's not like you have a choice."

At that exact moment Kanda's phone rang. He gave a smirk. "Right on time," he answered and placed the phone on speaker so that everyone could hear what was going on.

"Kanda-sama~" came the energetic voice of Seya. She giggled and then all of a sudden it was as if all form of cheeriness immediately left her voice. "I've secured the sector you've requested, no casualties on my side."

"Good, have you heard from the others?" Kanda asked.

"Yes, most of the teams have reported a complete take over," Seya replied. "I haven't heard from Kugar, he must want to report to you directly."

"I see," Kanda replied. There was a beep and it turned out to be an incoming call from Kugar. "You're right; he's trying to get to me. Remain at your station and await further instructions."

"Hai~" Seya's voice was cheery as she hung up.

Kanda answered the call from Kugar and placed it on speaker.

"Kanda-sama, what you've requested has been completed," Kugar's smooth voice poured from the speakers. "The vicinity has been secured."

"Perfect, keep your guard up. You'll be contacted with further instructions," Kanda replied.

'Sure thing," Kugar hung up.

Kanda had a smirk on when he turned to face the remaining Noah Family. "So where were we?"

Wisely grinned but it was different than his usual playful ones. "I believe you were saying that we have no choice but to join your Alliance. Mind explaining that for us?"

Kanda's smirk widened. "Let's just say that I've already captured all other Noah strongholds," the surprise in their eyes was addictive.

"There's no way that would happen!" Lulu Bell yelled.

The other Noah members, sans Lavi looked serious.

"You've been planning this haven't you?" Wisely asked in a serious tone. "To think you're just eighteen. You're not one to be underestimated." 'He's like how Allen was back then, young and filled with raw potential. It may not be a bad idea to see how his plans will play out.'

"Only the central remains, so think about it," Kanda crossed his legs and leaned forward. "I can take over peacefully, or I can kill all of you here and take the Noah by force."

Lavi was speechless. 'Is that really Yuu?' He couldn't believe it, the way Kanda acted it reminded him so much of Allen.

"I want to see you try!" Lulu Bell yelled. She expected to have everyone back her up but there were silent. 'Are they cowering before that brat?'

Wisely and Cyril eyes met and they turned to face Kanda. There was something they wanted to know, and depending on the answer t that they would decide whether to follow Kanda or not.

"You seem dead set on getting the Noah," Cyril said. "Normally enemies would try to destroy each other. What is your goal?"

Kanda shrugged. "Isn't it obvious?" he replied. "I'm not trying to destroy the Noah."

Wisely chuckled. "So it's just like I thought," he said with a grin. "My, my you've grown in such a short time. For you to be attempting something this dangerous, it makes me jealous."

At what Wisely said some things clicked to Lavi. He had a small guess as to why Kanda was taking over the family but his guess might be wrong. 'Does Kanda care that much about Allen that he is willing to protect the Noah for him?' The answer was quite obvious but Lavi was still skeptical. Kanda was basically uniting the two gangs and their alliances, which meant Japan's underground would belong solely to the Mugen. Meaning Kanda would be every power hungry man's target. 'He's protecting Allen by turning their attention away from him. They wouldn't care about killing Allen if they could kill Yuu and take over Japan…'

"Yuu it's too dangerous!" he voiced. "Why are you doing something that–"

Kanda turned to face him. "It's to pass the time," he replied interrupting him. "Plus I want to see who's bold enough to try and oppose me. Give me your answers; are you with me or against me?"

"There is only one answer," Road began. She had been quiet throughout the entire exchange. "We'll join in, I'm sure everyone agrees."

"You're one reckless brat," Tyki began with a smirk. "Let's see how this plays out. I'm not objecting."

"No objections," Wisely chirped.

"Since my dear family seems to agree, I guess the Noah will affiliate with the Mugen," Cyril replied. "There is your answer, satisfied?"

"Very," Kanda smirked. "I'll bring our families into a new era. There will be others who don't approve though," he looked at a pissed off Lulu Bell as he said that, "they will be properly disposed of." He grinned and indicated for everyone to have a seat. "Lets put everything in to play shall we?"

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Two years had passed since the Mugen Yakuza took over the Noah Mafia and during those couple of years Kanda had been the target of countless assassinations. He managed to come out of them alive but even more heartless each time. As when they got a hand on the perpetrators their own deaths were up to a margin that rivaled Allen's cruelness. To this point, taking a life meant nothing to Kanda; he held no regards for human lives and it was as if he truly became a monster.

"Yuu," Lavi began. He hadn't changed much over the two years only that he had grown out his hair a bit. "It's time to go to the hospital."

A beautiful Japanese man with below the butt length raven hair looked up at Lavi from his place around his table. His cold russet eyes soften a bit when they landed on him. "I'm almost done."

In the years that passed Kanda had grown to be even more breathtakingly attractive. He was Japan's bloody geisha, in that his attacks resembled a geisha performing an intricate dance and he was always covered in the blood of his enemies. Though he was the king of Japan's underground and claimed as invincible people with greed always made him their target. Their greed blinded them of his deadliness and for that many lost their lives trying to dethrone him.

"I heard you were attacked again two days ago," Lavi said as he took up a small vase, inspecting its elegance. "You sure you should be going out now?"

Kanda continued to write. "I want to be there when he wakes."

Lavi said nothing more as he placed the vase back on the shelf where it belonged. It had been two years now and Allen had yet to open his eyes. They didn't know when he would wake or if he would even wake up. But Kanda was still deadest that Allen would wake, even if he didn't seem like it. He was eagerly anticipating seeing his gray eyes once more.

"Yuu!" Alma yelled bursting into the room. His eyes were sharper and more animalistic. "Komui just called." He seemed out of breath as if he was running for a long time. "He said you need to come to the hospital asap. I don't know what it's for but he sounded serious."

Kanda sat up as quickly as he could and within a few strides he was at Alma's side. His heart was filled with anxiety and he hoped that it was good news or else he was sure he wouldn't be able to take it. He had tried to forget Allen but his feelings for him only grew. It grew to a point where Kanda was sure couldn't live without him. The only comfort that had him going was the hope that Allen would one day wake up, if that was gone even he would break.

"Let's go see what's up," Lavi said as he approached the two.

Kanda needed no more persuasion and soon the three were in a limousine on their way to the private hospital that Allen was being nursed in. They arrived in record time and hurried up to the front desk where Tyki greeted them.

"Tyki what's going on?" Lavi asked in a rushed tone.

"It's Allen," Tyki began and Kanda could feel his heart sinking in dread. "He's–"

"Allen's awake!" Road yelled running towards the four men. She had matured over the two years and her spiky hair was now tamer and a bit longer. "He's woken up!"

Kanda could feel tears that he thought had long dried flow from his eyes. 'He's awake…he finally woke up. I should just kick him for making me wait.'

"Dad and Wisely are with Komui now, the twins too," Road said with a happy grin. "They're talking about his condition and stuff."

"We should go join them," Tyki said turning to leading them in the direction where Komui's office was.

Kanda wiped his tears and followed them and so did Lavi but Alma stood where he was. Allen was back so that meant he wasn't needed anymore. Kanda would go back to Allen, he knew that would happen but it hurt to let Kanda go. The past couple of years he was at his happiest with Kanda and he didn't want to let go of that yet.

"Alma?" Kanda noticed that he wasn't at his side and stopped.

"Ah I'll wait here," Alma replied. "Go on, I'm gonna stay here until you get back."

Kanda wanted to protest more but it didn't seem like Alma was gong to budge. "Ok I'll be right back."

Alma nodded and waved at Kanda, watching his retreating back with intense look of longing. 'If he wasn't in the picture, you'd be mine, right Yuu?"

The group hurried along the hallway heading towards Komui's office. Tyki stopped in his tracks when he saw his brother and Wisely outside talking with Komui. Luckily he had spotted them or else they would have walked to the wing where Komui's office was and not saw him there.

"Cyril!" he called.

His brother turned to face him and he waved them over.

"Allen-kun is fine," Komui replied. Even though no one asked the question he was sure Kanda would have asked. "It is strange but Allen-kun is perfectly healed. We've done some tests on him and all I can say is that he's perfectly healthy."

Kanda was happy. Allen being healthy meant that he could beat the crap out of him and it wouldn't directly affect his health. 'I'll teach you to leave me alone for two years.'

"But," Komui continued bringing everyone's attention to him. "His miracle health is questionable, just to let you know. From the damage he received two years ago he shouldn't even be sitting up but he's walking already." He adjusted his glasses. "That isn't to say he's one hundred percent ok." He opened the door they were standing before. "I'll let you see for yourself." He pushed it open and stepped in.

"Komui-san you're back," bright gray eyes turned to face the opened door. "Eh, you have guest?" he flashed them a bright smile. "Ah hello."

Kanda couldn't believe his ears; did Allen just address them as guests? He could feel his heart painfully clench in his chest. 'What is this? Don't tell me it's…'

"Allen-kun is suffering from amnesia," Komui voiced. "He has no recollection of anything. Not his family, not even himself. I expected as much but I'm not sure when he'll regain those lost memories. Usually it would take a few years, months, it's quite unsure."

Everyone tried to digest what Komui just said. Allen was amnesiac. He was fucking amnesiac! The room fell into an awkward silence and Allen felt a bit uncomfortable by it. There was lot of people he didn't know, ok he only knew Komui and that was just one out of what nine?

"Ah Komui-san, would you mind telling me who these people are?" Allen asked as he played with his thumb under the covers. Seeing so much people at once was making him nervous. Not to mention they were all good looking people. 'Especially that long raven with those beautiful brown eyes…' He felt himself falling for the raven haired man in the beautiful sky blue kimono.

"Allen-kun, these people are your family," Komui replied. He adjusted his glasses. "This is–"

"Let me do it," Cyril said interrupting Komui. "Allen, my name is Cyril Kamelot. In truth I'm your cousin but our father adopted you so I'm your oldest brother. This is my daughter Road Kamelot." Road smiled and waved, no trusting her voice. "My younger brother Tyki Mykk," Tyki nodded, "and his lover Lavi Bookman," Lavi gave a small smile. "Over here is Wisely Walker, he's your uncle," Wisely waved. "These two here are Jasdero and Debitto Walker," the twins who were decked out in black, looking even more like punk Goths looked at Allen with thickly lined eyes, "they are your nephews, your sister's sons."

"Um so where is my sister?" Allen asked looking around. "I don't see any other lady here."

"She's been dead for eleven years now," Tyki replied for Cyril.

"Oh…" Allen seemed a bit sad but his expression changed when he turned to face the only person who hadn't been introduced. "Ah I wonder who that raven haired cutie is." He mused to himself, not knowing that he said it out loud.

Kanda blushed beet red at what Allen said, but he made no move to answer him. That Allen that was before him wasn't the Allen he was waiting for…

"That raven haired cutie is Yuu Kanda," Komui replied and Allen's cheeks burned when he realized that he said what he said out loud.

"I hope you didn't take it as an insult," Allen said quickly, his cheeks growing darker with every word he said. "I mean it, you're really cute, well beautiful even…" he went on and on describing Kanda with words of flattery.

"You sure are stupid," Kanda said with a teary smile.

Allen blushed at what Kanda said but didn't protest as his tears had his heart clenching painfully. "Hey why are you crying?" his eyes seemed to asked but Kanda just shook his head and wiped his tears.

It was hell waiting for Allen to wake out of his coma and now he had to wait for him to regain his memories? It was too much, he was tired…but when Allen's eyes met with his he couldn't help but be drawn in by them. Even if they had lost their edginess and bloodlust those gentle eyes that were locked with his held a promise on undying love, and he was being pulled in. The question was: would he drag Allen back into a world of blood and death after he had managed to escape?

He didn't want to and he wouldn't. 'I'll start over, this time everything will be different.' He knew it would be different, with Allen the way he was there was not telling what would happen.

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The End…or is it?

A/N: (1) Tou-san – father

Crappy ending? Yeah I know! But no worries, due to the immense guilt of ending it so lamely and as the promised surprise, I've decided to *drum rolls please* write a sequel! So my dear readers: Acquiescence is not finished! Yes you have read right! The sequel will be called 'Domineering Hearts' (name is entitled to change if I get hit with another title idea~) and believe me when I say it will be worse than Acquiescence. In the blood and gore aspect, it will be a very dark fic, or so I like to tell myself~

Thank you all for sticking with me this long; even though I am a lazy bum, seriously I am...hehehe. I had shit loads of fun writing this story and if by chance the profanity counter gets this story booted off ff you can check it out on my lj (same name), aarin (Kiyome) or aff (same name) accounts, if ya'll feel the need to read it over – hehehe I know ya wanna~ Let me just mention that your reviews are what fueled me to write! Without such motivation I would be no where! So thank you all reviewers! Kaos-sensei is very glad to have written this story! Luvies ya all, I mean ya'll know that right?

Now to finish my pile of other unfinished stories…ah man I need a break! Lol I know I brought this on my self…ah until next time! R&R okies! Mwaahh~!xinfinity

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Kaos