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Leon sighed, nodded, and closed his eyes. "Yes....somethings just weigh to heavy on the soul....."

Hotaru smirked. "Yeah, but that's just because you're as stubborn as I can be...." He leaned down and kissed her cheek lightly, before whispering in her ear. "So, how about I give you two days to escape before rushing in to save you."

Hotaru laughed. "Of course not. You aren't supposed to have enough time. I mean, what kind of hero would I be if I didn't come to rescue my damsel in distress." He smirked, as he held her tighter. "I'll never let you out of my sight for to long Anna."

Hotaru shook his head, and frowned playfully. "More like an over-rated one. If I can save you, how could I save anything else?" He looked into her eyes. "Besides, you know I'd look cool slicing my way in, and carrying you off into safety."

He shook his head. "Never cocky. Just sure of my abilities. I know there are plenty of enemies stronger than me out there, for now. But when I've got something I want to do, someone I want to protect. I'll take every one of these bastards on." He smirked, "And win. Some things are just to precious for me to lose" He then let go and moved back to lean against the door again. "Also, Leon told the king to tell me, that you.....what was it again....." He got a playful look in his eyes, "Oh, right.....that you miss me, can't wait for my safe return....and this is the best part....." He smirked, "That you love me."

Hotaru was stunned. "Whoa, you mean you actually do?" he had nearly fallen with Anna's statement. "I mean....love? Really? This better not be a game..." His voice kept getting weaker and weaker with every word.

((Sorry about that. Computer difficulties.....*sigh* I really need to get a new one....))

Hotaru shook his head, and sighed. "Fantastic...." He muttered. He then stood up straight. "That may have sounded bad, but it wasn't.....I just......." He shook his head again. "Guess when words don't seem to be my ally, actions always will be...." With that, he cupped Anna's cheek, bent down, and kissed her lightly.

King Mickey was standing outside, looking rather worried. "I hope every thing is ok in there.....Leon warned me about his temper....." He gave a sigh, and ordered every one to wait where they were, as well as having a few attendants get lunch prepared. "No point in working on an empty stomach" He smiled.

((Haha. Least we both have difficulties! I no longer feel alone smile ))

Hotaru smiled, "Yep. Guess that's what happens when you're a man who lives by his actions." He closed his eyes and got a thoughtful look on his face. "I bet if I shut up every once in awhile I could be the strong silent type...." He cocked his head and looked at her. "So what made you fall for me?"

Hotaru looked confused. "What do you mean. Wasn't mine to begin with, why would I try to keep it?" He leaned back on the door. "And what do you mean changed your mind? You hated me or something?" He smirked.