Welcome to Gaia! ::

Ryo: *Walking through the halls in some dark blue jeans and a brown t-shirt with Gimli on it that says "You have my ax", looking for Yetaru*

Bo: -Rips his arm back and straightens his clothes out. Grumbles as he heads over to his room-

Ryo: *Comes to a halt when he sees Bo, stiffens in a hostile manner as his ears pin back*

Bo: -Continues walking, head slightly down, one hand in his jacket pocket and the other scratching behind his ear. Blinks and stops when he feels eyes on him. Slowly looking up and raises a brow at Ryo-

Ryo: *Doesn't even bother to hide his feelings like normal. Scowls at Bo*

Bo: -Rolls his eyes and shrugs off the scowl- What stuffed a hive up your a**?

Ryo: Do you purposefully hold other's lovers in such intimate manners to tick people off? Or is that just who you are?

Bo: Ah, so you happened to find out about my little hold on Kevin, huh? -Shrugs- Why would I want to tick you off when I could care less about you? Though I will admit I do get pleasure from playing with the wrong side of people.

Ryo: I don't care if you could care less about me or not, it's your interest in my wife that interests me.

Bo: -Swings on his feet as he grins for several little reasons- Really? Well that will make things interesting then. Don't worry though Kitten. It's not like I'm going to ******** your wife, or at least try not to.

Ryo: *Eyes narrow* I don't have to worry about that *Cocks his head and smiles in a way that manages to seem friendly and insulting at the same time* He wouldn't sleep with you before, why would he now?

Bo: -Bites his tongue as he continues to swing and grin- Oh, how I feel so hurt by that comment, but you can go on believing what you want. You weren't there, so how would you really know how far we went?

Ryo: *Shrugs* Because I trust his word. *Raises a brow* Will you go and call Kevin a liar? That wouldn't be very friendly of you

Bo: A liar is a liar, friend or not. The truth can be unfriendly at times, no avoiding that. Just like it can't be avoided that I am here and I'm going to keep doing what I want to do.

Ryo: *Eyes narrow to slits at the liar comment as he smiles in a soft friendly manner, quietly says* Such a shame *In a flash he pulls his fist back to swing at Bo*

Bo: -Eyes widen as he freezes for a second watching the fist. His mind clicks back in and he tries to dodge it, but he ends up stumbling back holding a bleeding mouth. Eyes narrow as he look up at Ryo, ears pinned back and breathing trying to steady out again-

Ryo: *Pulls his hand back and stands there looking as if nothing had happened* You should really watch what you say *Cocks his head* Most husband's don't take kindly to their wives being called a liar

Bo: -Wipes and spits the blood from his mouth as he straightens out- Everyone is a liar, it is just a manner on what level you are on. Some may not lie to their husband, while others will find no problem with it, especially if they have made a skill out of it.

Ryo: *Shrugs* All are entitled to their views, though I don't particularly care about yours. *Steps back from Bo* Keep acting the way you are, and we'll probably be meeting like this often

Bo: Well then I look forward to it, and to our next meeting. Just keep asking yourself how much do you really know about the little wife of yours. -shrugs as he walks past Ryo, bumping him a bit to continue on to his room- Cause I bet I know more than you.

Ryo: He will tell me what he wants to tell me and when *Walks off to head home* And I am fine with that.

Bo: -Mumbles- Who ever said I was talking about the personal stuff. I'm talking about the simple everyday run of the mill stuff and little things you notice here and there, but -shrugs- Whatever. -walks in to his room and kicks the door shut-

Ryo: *Simmers and tries to relax as he walks home* ... *Figures he'll probably get in trouble if/when Kevin finds out.* ... *Will probably end up telling Kevin himself since he's terrible at keeping those kinds of secrets*

Kevin: -Twitching at home as he talks to Bo on his cell, cause that happened to be the first thing Bo did when he entered his room, call Kevin- ....

Ryo: *Stares up at the house* I feel that my doom is encroaching upon me

Kevin: -Glares at the door, arms crossed, as his foot taps at like 100 times per second.-

Ryo: *Actually considers trying to sneak in through the window* ... *Sighs and shakes his head before heading inside*

Kevin: -Quickly and angrily slaps Ryo as he walks in and glares while angrily points a finger at him- Ye punched heem in th' mouth!?

Ryo: *Eyes widen in surprise as his head jerks to the side* Yes, I did

Kevin: Wa th' heel woods ye dae somethin' loch 'at? ur ye insane!? Nevermin', dinnae answer 'at, cause Ah awreddy ken, ye ur!

Ryo: *Raises a brow, then rubs at his cheek. Silently stares at Kevin*

Kevin: -Silently fumes and tries to hold down his anger as the whole ordeal- Well?

Ryo: Oh? I'm supposed to explain myself now? Doesn't that usually come before getting slapped?

Kevin: ....La subsistance parlant comme celle et moi vais coller un pied vers le haut d'âne sarcastique de chapeau à vous. Fine, dinnae answer th' question 'en. Ye dinnae hae tae defend yerself, Ah will be braw wi' protectin' Bo.

Ryo: *Ears drop and a quick flash of hurt flies across his face* He called you a liar and then said things meant to make me doubt you. So I hit him. And I don't regret it *Turns around to leave* Go ahead, keep protecting him *Steps out onto the patio and slams the door behind him*

Kevin: -Flinches at the door slams. Mumbles- He had every right to say such a thing. -Heads over to the couch and takes his phone out again-

Ryo: *Walks out to the beach and drops down onto the sand and tries to calm himself by listening to the sound of the waves. Rubs the knuckles of the hand he used to punch Bo*

Bo: -Heads over to the house, first aid kit in one hand and holding his gauze filled out with the other. Kicks the door since he can't really knock well at the moment-

Kevin: -Rolls his eyes when he sees Bo- Get in here and sit down.

Hiki: *Jumps in alarm and nearly falls off the book case when Bo kicks the door* O.O *Croaks*

Ryo: *Stares out at the water for a moment, then strips down to his boxers and wades in to swim despite the cold*

Kevin: -Takes the kit and takes a seat on the coffee table as Bo takes a seat on the couch. Opens the kit and slaps Bo on the head- You're an Idiotic Jackass.

Bo: -Rubs his head and waves a hand in a "I know" kind of manner since he can't talk with the gauzes. Blinks and stares at Hiki-

Hiki: *Raises a brow at Bo, warily watching him from her perch. Croaks again*

Kevin: -Sighs as he takes the gauzes out of Bo's mouth and starts to mend and clean up everything-

Hiki: *Hops down and creeps over to peer into the first aid kit*

Kevin: Don't touch that stuff Hiki. You might hurt yourself.

Bo: -Flinches and whines as Kevin hits a tender spot-

Hiki: *Pouts and drops back down, ear fins perk as Ryo comes back in*

Ryo: *Is soaking wet, his shirt hanging in the waistband of his jeans and his hair hanging straight and flat, having lost its usual spikiness. Doesn't even glance at Kevin and Bo as he heads straight back to the bedroom, looking deceptively relaxed*

Kevin: -Refills Bo's mouth with some clean gauzes and pats his cheeks- Now go back, and don't get in to another fight, please. No more being a jackass.

Bo: -Closes his mouth and rolls his eyes as he stands up and stretches. Bends over giving Kevin a simple hug and heads out-

Hiki: *Stares after Bo, then looks up at Kevin, tilts her head* ?

Kevin: -Gives Hiki a sad smiles and locks up the kit- It's nothing Hiki.

Hiki: *Croaks, butts her head against Kevin's leg*

Kevin: -Smiles a bit as he bends down and pets her- ..I wonder when all the crap will end...

Hiki: *Purrs and pushes into the petting*

Ryo: *Slips into the bathroom and takes a shower*

Kevin: -Flops on the floor and sits Hiki on his stomach- Life must have it out for me Hiki..

Hiki: *Paws at Kevin's chest, then nuzzles at him in an attempt to provide comfort*

Kevin: -Scratches Hiki behind the ear- Thanks Hiki. I think I needed that.

Hiki: *Purrs, licks at Kevin's hand as she flops and gets comfy on his chest*

Kevin: -Sighs as he continues to pet Hiki and wonders if things could get any worse-

Hiki: *Content to just lay there and get attention*

Ryo: *Comes out a few minutes later, a towel tied around his waist. Runs a hand through his wet hair as he stares at Kevin and Hiki*

Kevin: -Bites his tongue and keeps his attention on Hiki since he doesn't want something else to possibly start up again-

Ryo: *Crosses his arms and leans against the wall. Quietly says* You can be mad at me Kevin, but I will not apologize.You may see what he said as true or not, I don't care. I'm not going to stand there and let someone talk about you like that, no matter who they are...

Kevin: -Stares off to the side- I never said you had to apologize, and I don't care whether you do or not. I know Bo. I know how he can act towards certain people, and I know what he is pulling at.

Hiki: *Looks between Ryo and Kevin*

Ryo: Good

Kevin: -Bites his tongue again- Good what?

Ryo: *Shakes his head out of fear that he'll say something that'll ruin it...like he normally does. Cheeky grin, his hair beginning to slowly spike back up as it dries* I love you

Kevin: -Blinks as he turns and finally looks at Ryo. Sighs- If there is one thing you two have in common..it is your idiot moments. -Plays with Hiki's paws and hums to himself- You want me to tell you a story Hiki?

Ryo: *Blinks*

Hiki: *Croaks tilts her head*?

Kevin: What? -Turns to Hiki- Is that a yes or a no?

Foo: -Pads behind Ryo and bats at the towel-

Hiki: *Nods and croaks* o.o

Ryo: *Blinks, looks down at Foo. Crouches down to pet him* Hey there Foo

Kevin: Alright. It is a story that some old man I met told me. -Clears his throught and lightly starts to sing the story- "She never slows down. She doesn’t know why, but she knows that when she’s all alone, feels like it’s all coming down. She won’t turn around. The shadows are long and she fears if she cries that first tear, the tears will not raining down..."

Foo: -Purrs and playfully nips at Ryo's fingers-

Hiki: *Settles to listen, her ear fins perked in interest*

Ryo: *Ears perk at the sound of Kevin singing. Smiles at Foo and wiggles his fingers*

Kevin: "She won't make a sound. Along in this fight with herself, and the fears whispering if she stands, she'll fall down. She wants to be found, but the only way out is through everything she's running from. She wants to give up and lie down..."

Foo: -Grabs on to the fingers with his little paws and won't let go-

Hiki: *Wiggles closer to listen, resting her head on Kevin's neck*

Ryo: *Lifts his hand so that Foo dangles off the floor slightly*

Kevin: And I don't know what happens to her since the old man never told me how it ends. -shrugs and pets Hiki-

Foo: -Clings to Ryo's hand for dear life as his feet kick around-

Hiki: *Ears fins droop as she pouts*

Ryo: *Picks Foo and hugs him to his chest. Looks back at Kevin as he pets Foo, then turns to head back into the bedroom*

Kevin: -Pouts right back- What's wrong?

Foo: -Purrs and cuddles against Ryo, enjoying the attention and warmth-

Hiki: *Paws at his cheek, wanting to know the rest of the story*

Ryo: *Smiles and scratches behind Foo's ears* At least someone still likes me *Closes the bedrooms door and sets Foo on the dresser. Digs out some clean clothes and changes* What about you? Do you think what I did was wrong?

Kevin: Alright alright. Let him think of something. Whispers more to himself than anything. "So she stood in the rain, and stood through the pain so she wouldn't drown, but in the end..she still ended up slowly slipping, and thinking what was once lost could be found." -Shrugs- I guess she tried too hard.

Foo: -Tilts his head as he chatters and then shakes his head, his ears twitching-

Hiki: *Frowns, then butts her head against Kevin's chin since she found the story sad. Croaks*

Ryo: *Tugs on some sweat pants and an old faded tye-die shirt* Thanks *Reaches over to scratch under Foo's chin as he stares at the bedroom door*

Kevin: Aw, I'm sure she will get out eventually. She just..has to find a way.

Foo: -Chatters sadly and paws at Ryo's hand as if to ask what is wrong-

Hiki: *Croaks, then licks at Kevin's cheek*

Ryo: I feel like he's still shutting me out... *Looks down at Foo* Want to help me find some flowers?

Kevin: -Chuckles and hugs Hiki close- You're so helpful, and cute.

Foo: -Grins and nods, eager to help Ryo out-

Hiki: *Purrs loudly and burrows closer*

Ryo: *Picks Foo up and pets him* Thank you *Quietly walks over to the window and slides it open. Cradles Foo close as he awkwardly climbs out the window*

Kevin: You're so lucky. You don't have to deal with stuff like this.. I wonder if I am being too harsh with all this. -Rubs his forehead and sighs-

Foo: -Chatters some made of sneaking music-

Hiki: *Raises a brow, as if saying, "Have you not been paying attention to Foo and me for the last couple of months or so?"*

Ryo: *Chuckles, then presses his fingers to his lips* Shhhh *Looks around* Now where's a good place to start? .... *Closes the window*

Kevin: Alright..so maybe you do in your own little familiar ways, but..I don't know. I care about them both but..-Pouts- I don't want to choose sides...

Foo: -Sniffs the air as he looks around, his ears perked from all the sounds. Wiggles his little toes as he points towards the meadow-

Hiki: *Pats Kevin's cheek in a sympathetic manner, then nuzzles it*

Ryo: You smell some? *Begins heading towards the meadow*

Kevin: -Hugs Hiki closer as he sits up and looks around the room-..You hungry?

Foo: -Continues to sniff at the air as he nods-

Hiki: *Ear fins perk, nods eagerly and croaks*

Ryo: *Stops at the edge of the meadow and looks over all the flowers* So many choices.... *Lifts a hand to pet Foo* You have any suggestions?

Kevin: -Chuckles and heads towards the kitchen- Alright. What do you want to eat then?

Foo: -Looks around at all the flowers, their scents invading his nose. His eyes scan all the pretty colors. Points to some Lilies, Lilacs and other bright colored flowers-

Hiki: *Croaks and shrugs, grins since she eats anything*

Ryo: *Walks over to where Foo pointed and looks over the flowers. Sets Foo down* How about a small bouquet of red and pink tulips, with a few white lillies?

Kevin: -Sets Hiki on the counter and goes through the freezer- Hm..How does some steak sound?

Foo: -Happily bounces around and skips among the flowers. Turns to Ryo, grinning and nodding-

Hiki: *Purrs, tail swishing. Nods and croaks*

Ryo: *Chuckles* Thanks for the input *Carefully begins picking 5 red tulips, and 5 pink ones. Getting ones as close to perfect as they can get*

Kevin: -Smiles- Alright then. -Takes the steaks out and pops them in the microwave to defrost- I hope I cook these right, or..remember how long they need to cook.

Foo: -Runs over and climbs up Ryo's back to get a vantage point for anything running around the meadow-

Hiki: ... *Suddenly looks a little worried*

Ryo: Hmm? Something up Foo?

Kevin: Don't worry Hiki. I've cooked it before, it's just been a while. -Runs off and grabs his laptop to search for instructions just in case- I think this might help.

Foo: -Shakes his head and looks around at all the birds-

Hiki: *Raises a brow, looks back towards the bedroom where Ryo's supposed to be, then back at Kevin*

Ryo: *Looks over the white lillies* Thinking of chasing a bird?

Kevin: -Carefully takes the steaks out of the microwave as he pre-heats the pan and stove- Don't worry about it Hiki. I got it.

Foo: -Shrugs and plays with Ryo's hair-

Hiki: *Watches Kevin carefully, reluctantly relaxing*

Ryo: *Bites back a purr as his hair is played with. Closes his eyes and briefly relaxes, then picks 3 lillies* Think these will do?

Kevin: -Carefully lays a steak on to the pan and jumps back slightly as oil bubbles pop and spray-

Foo: -Smiles as he paws at the lillies and purrs in approval-

Hiki: *Jumps when Kevin jumps* o.o'

Ryo: *Wishes he had brought a ribbon with him, to tie around the flowers. Lifts a hand and scratches the top of Foo's head* You need anything or are we ready to head back?

Kevin: Sorry Hiki. -Edges back over and carefully flips the steak- I think I am getting the hang of it.

Foo: -Shakes his head as he jumps off of Ryo and scuttles off-

Hiki: *Slowly relaxes against while watching him, croaks*

Ryo: *Blinks and climbs to his feet* Where are you going?

Kevin: -Leans against the counter and waits for the steak to cook over more- So...how you doing?

Foo: -Blinks as he turns to Ryo and points the way home-

Hiki: *Croaks and shrugs*

Ryo: Oh right, I thought you were taking off on me *Walks towards the house*

Kevin: Oh, that's nice. -Waits a few moments before poking the steak to see if it is done. Turns off the stove and sets the pan and steak off to the side to sizzle out a bit-

Foo: -Grins and scampers off again-

Hiki: *Sniffs at the air and purrs*

Ryo: *Holds the flowers close as he walks home* Should we sneak back in? Or mess with him and knock on the front door?

Kevin: --Grabs a plate and cover it with paper towels. Places the steak on the towels and uses them to dry the steak of grease, then carefully cuts the steak in to small peices-

Foo: -Tilts his head as he thinks and then makes a knocking motion-

Hiki: *Practically drooling*

Ryo: Knock it is then *Looks down at his sweatpants and faded t-shirt* Should've dressed for the occasion *Hops up on the patio and walks to the door, looks down at Foo* Ready?

Kevin: -Chuckles at Hiki as he scoops some steaks in to Hiki's food bowl and mixes it with some veggies and rice- Here you go Hiki. -Sets the bowl down and sets Hiki on the floor-

Foo: -Grins as he sits next to Ryo and nods with a happy chatter-

Hiki: *Purrs and happily digs in, like a starving animal despite the bacon and hash browns she had for breakfast that morning*

Ryo: Alright, here we go *Is surprised that he actually feels nervous for some reason, since he never feels nervous. Lifts a hand and knocks on the door*

Kevin: -Ears flick as he hears the knock. Wipes his on a cloth and heads over to the door and opens it. Blinks when he sees Ryo and looks between the direction of the bedroom and Ryo- ..Hi?

Foo: -Scuttles in to the kitchen as the smell of steak-

Ryo: *Smiles* Good evening. I have a special delivery *Holds the flowers out to Kevin*

Hiki: *Looks up at Foo, rice clinging to her cheeks*

Kevin: -Blushes as he stares at the flowers and hesitantly takes them- Um..thanks, t-they're beautiful.

Foo: -Snickers-

Ryo: Beautiful flowers for a beautiful man *Blushes and looks down at the ground, mentally kicking himself for saying something so cheezy*

Hiki: *Swallows* {What?}

Kevin: -Blushes more and runs his fingers over the flowers, keeping his eyes locked on them-

Foo: [You have rice on your cheeks, Hiki]

Ryo: *Slowly lifts his gaze to Kevin, opens his mouth, then closes it again. Not quite able to think of something to say. Ears flick wildly as he blushes more and fidgets.*

Hiki: *Lifts a paw to wipe at her cheek, just getting more on it* {Did I get it?}

Kevin: -Fidgets on his feet a bit and gives Ryo a quick kiss on his cheek- Thanks again.

Foo: -Snickers more- [Nope, you got more on.]

Ryo: *Ears perk right up, instantly relaxes and smiles. Reaches out to gently take hold of Kevin and pull him closer* Kevin?

Hiki: *Hisses and croaks, flops and wiggles trying to wipe the ride off*

Kevin: -Blinks- Yes Ryo?

Foo: -Snickers and falls over on to the floor-

Ryo: *Rests his forehead on Kevin's* I love you

Hiki: *Stops and glowers at Foo, her whole face covered in rice*

Kevin: -Smiles a bit- I love you too Ryo. I really do.

Foo: -Blinks and then breaks out in a hard laugh- [Oh gosh!]

Ryo: *Kisses Kevin's forehead* What can I do to make you trully smile Love?

Hiki: *Sulks* {What?}

Kevin: I don't know. Surpise me?

Foo: [You're face! It is covered.]

Ryo: *Raises a brow* What could be more surprising then popping up at the front door with a bouquet of flowers, when I was supposed in the bedroom? *Nuzzles Kevin's forehead*

Hiki: *Croaks in despair, just sticks her head in the bowl*

Kevin: -Runs his fingers over the flowers again- That's true, and I appriciate it, a lot

Foo: [Something wrong?]

Ryo: How about I tell you a story Love? *Gently takes hold of Kevin's shoulders to turn him. Keeping his touch and hold gentle, like he's trying to make up for his roughness last night*

Hiki: *Grunts* {No} *Pulls her face out of the bowl, it's covered in sauce, rice, and some veggies. Happily chewing on a hunk of steak*

Kevin: -Rest a hand over one of Ryo's- Sure, that would be nice.

Foo: -Scuttles out before he explodes-

Ryo: *Hugs Kevin so that Kevin's back is against his chest* Once there was a brown world, filled with men that wore nothing but brown. They went through their brown day following the same routine. Every day was the same until a baby boy with brown eyes was dropped on the doorstep off their brown world...

Hiki: *Glares after Foo, but is more interested in her food*

Kevin: -Leans back against Ryo, his ears perked to listen-

Foo: -Hides under the couch and snickers-

Ryo: *Begins to rock with Kevin* They took the boy into their brown way and dressed him in brown. And day in and day out, they taught him their brown routine. For years, the boy was wrapped in brown, yearning for other colors to enter his brown life. Till one day this brown eyed boy, who had become a brown eyed man, fled from the brown world. Once outside, he met other colors: red, orange, and blue. He came to like these other colors, and joined their world. For the brown eyed man, it was like an empty place in him was being filled. He was meant to meet these other colors, and they were meant to meet him. But despite all this new wonder, there was still something missing...

Hiki: *Wonders into the living room a few minutes later looking stuffed*

Kevin: And what was this brown-eyed man missing?

Foo: -Pokes his head out and blinks at Hiki-

Ryo: *Smiles* You will see... The brown eyed man pondered over the gap inside him, wondering how to fix it. Orange tried to fill it, and for a while the brown eyed man believed that she had. But then the day came when they both had to accept that they didn't fit in that way, and so they parted. More time passed, and the brown eyed resigned himself to the belief that the gap would not be filled. He left his friends for a new place, where he fell back into the brown routine from his younger years. Day in and day out, he would do the same. Wasting away his life. Till one day he received a call that led him to a whole new place, a little island full of many bright colors. Do you know who he met on that island?

Hiki: *Is miraculously clean, belches*

Kevin: Hm..his blue eyed friend who went missing?

Foo: -Wiggles his nose and goes back in to the couch-

Ryo: Hmm *Rests his chin on Kevin's shoulder* Have you heard this story before?

Hiki: *Snickers herself before padding to the laundry room*

Kevin: No, just a lucky guess?

Ryo: *Chuckles* Yes, he found his blue eyed friend, but he also found something else. *Nuzzles at Kevin's the neck* The lovely green, who piqued the brown eyed man's interest in a way no one had before. With time, the brown eyed man could feel that gap being filled in by green. Until finally, he was whole. And he knew, that as long as he stayed with green, that his world would never brown again. Instead it would be filled with color and life, as long as he had green at his side...and you know the rest.

Kevin: --Softly smiles and leans back more- Well green would like to tell brown that he has done the same for him, and appreciates everything brown has done for him since the day they first met.

Ryo: *Murmurs when he sees Kevin smile* There it is *Softly kisses Kevin* Your smile and love is all the thanks I ever need *Nuzzles* But, thank you for making me whole

Kevin: Anything for someone I care about.

Ryo: *Softly purrs while hugging Kevin close*

Ryo: *Blinks and catches the bottle* What? *Stares after you, shakes his head and stands up. Heads home*

Kevin: -Is curled up in a blanket and spread out on the couch. His eyes peeking out from the blanket as he flips through channels on tv-

Ryo: *Pats sand off before stepping into the house* Hello

Kevin: -Looks up from the tv and waves- Hey.

Ryo: *Walks over and holds out the bottle* I think these are yours?

Kevin: -Reaches out and takes the bottle. Looks it over and sighs- Thanks..

Ryo: No problem...*Sits down on the floor in front of couch and leans back against it*

Kevin: Is something wrong?

Ryo: .... *Digs in his pocket, pulls out a photo of a young girl smiling in a kind manner at the camera. The girl essentially looks like a female Ryo, but with long hair that flows down her back.* Danari gave me this earlier

Kevin: -Leans on closers to get a better look at the photo- She's pretty. Who is she?

Ryo: *Quietly says* My sister, according to Danari anyways

Kevin: You have a sister? Does she know about you?

Ryo: She didn't, and I didn't know about her. Until a few hours ago. *Gets up to pace the room. Shoves his hands in his pockets, pull them out again*

Kevin: -Watches Ryo pace the room and sighs- Maybe you can see if you can contact her or something. It will be weird, but it is not like she knows you and hates you or anything.

Ryo: Her email address and phone number are on the back of the picture. Danari says she wants to meet me *Runs his hand through his hair*

Kevin: I don't see how that will happen. She can't just poof here and there is no map to tell anyone how to get here.

Ryo: I know, hence the email and phone number. *Stops and turns to face Kevin* I just don't know if I want to talk with her *Frowns* And that's mean of me to say that

Kevin: -Shrugs- It is your choice. You think I ever wanted to meet Erik? Like I had a choice in the manner anyway. For all I know I could have more siblings and family I have no idea about.

Ryo: *Walks over and retakes his seat* But, I've never had family before Kevin. I mean, before you and the kids *Rubs his hands on his knees* And while it's not fair, but I can't help but resent her

Kevin: -Scoots closer and wraps his arms around Ryo's neck, rests his head against the back of Ryo's- I know. I had my short time with mine, before I ended up with none, but...trust me. If you end up resenting them for whatever reason, you'll just end up lonely...

Ryo: *Lifts a hand and rests it on Kevin's arm* If you were me, what would you do?

Kevin: Me?..well..part of me would also end up resenting a bit and I just shrug it off, but..the other part of me would hope that maybe contacting her would make things better, even if only a little bit.

Ryo: I'll contact her then *Holds his hand out for the picture* When I'm ready

Kevin: -Hands the picture back and nods- Alright then.

Ryo: *Sets the picture on the table* Danari said she's a lot like me, accept that her kindness is real *Closes his eyes and relaxes* She also had a picture of my parents, I didn't want to see it though.

Kevin: Well you have real kindness...when you actually want to be kind. -shrugs- I don't know. Why is she telling you all this now?

Ryo: Apparently it's that thing she kept meaning to tell me, but then kept forgetting and wandering off before she did. *Frowns* And she was hoping I would tell her something. *Taps a finger on his knee*

Kevin: Oh. -Runs a hand through his hair as his ears perk with interest- Tell her something? What exactly does she want to know?

Ryo: *Ears flick as he debates telling Kevin the full story* She was hoping I could tell her where her brother is...

Kevin: Well I don't really know the guy, so I guess that doesn't matter to me.

Ryo: Not really *Shrugs and stares at the floor runs his fingers over his new bruise, then sighs*

Kevin: -Frowns as he looks away for a moment. Bites his lips and rests his forehead one more against the back of Ryo's head while tightening his hold a bit-

Ryo: *Blinks, smiles a little and rubs Kevin's arm*

Kevin: Besides that..has everything else been fine?

Ryo: ... *Decides against telling the full story and nods* Yeah *Nuzzles at Kevin*

Kevin: -Smiles a bit and nuzzles back- I hope things go well with your sister when the time comes.

Ryo: I guess we'll see...How was your day Love?

Kevin: Nothing really. I've been lying here most of the day.

Ryo: Are you feeling alright?

Kevin: -Shrugs- I have no idea.

Ryo: *Frowns in concern, then shifts to face Kevin. Lifts a hand to feel his forehead*

Kevin: -Tries to stay still has his forehead is checked. He himself feels kind of cold, but his forehead is burning-

Ryo: You have a fever *Brushes his fingers over Kevin's forehead then down his cheek*

Kevin: I do. -Places a hand on his forehead and feels around- I don't feel anything...

Ryo: Of course you don't, you're the one with the fever *Pushes to his feet* I'll get a cool wash cloth

Kevin: So..sometime people can feel their own fevers.

Ryo: *Comes back with a cool cloth and lays it on Kevin's forehead* Not always

Kevin: -Coughs and then pouts with a huff as he tries to stay still so the cloth won't slip-

Ryo: *Crouches by the couch and combs his fingers through Kevin's hair* Do you need or want anything?

Kevin: No, I think I'll be fine...I hope.

Ryo: Alright, I'm here if you need anything. All you have to do is ask

Kevin: ...-Shifts a bit- Will you sing to me?

Ryo: *Blinks* You want me to sing to you?

Kevin: -Shrugs- You don't have to. Just asking.

Ryo: I can sing, I was just surprised that you asked *Looks up the ceiling as he tries to think of a song. Softly begins to sings while coming his hands through Kevin's hair*

I'm gonna ride this plane out of your life again
I wish that I could stay, but you argue
More than this I wish, you could've seen my face
In backseats staring out, the window

I'll do anything for you
Kill anyone for you

Kevin: -Coughs again and relaxes under the combing as he listening to the song. Blinks and raises a brow at the last line since he wasn't expecting that-

Ryo: *Smiles at Kevin, brushes his lips over Kevin's forehead as he continues singing*

So leave yourself intact
'Cause I will be coming back
In a phrase to cut these lips
I love you

The morning will come
In the press of every kiss
With your head upon my chest
Where I will annoy you
With every waking breath
Until you decide to wake up

Kevin: -Smiles back and closes his eyes as the singing continues-

Ryo: *Leans close to softly sing the rest into Kevin's ear*

I've earned through hope and faith
On the curves around your face
That I'm the one you'll hold forever
If morning never comes for either one of us
Then this I pray to you wherever

I'll do anything for you
This story is for you
('Cause I'd do anything you want me to for you)
I'll do anything for you
Kill anyone for you

So leave yourself intact
'Cause I won't be coming back
In a phrase to cut these lips
I loved you

The morning will come
In the press of every kiss
With your head upon my chest
Where I will annoy you
With every waking breath
Until you decide to wake up

The morning will come
In the press of every kiss
With your head upon my chest
Where I will annoy you
With every waking breath (Wake up- Coheed and Cambria)

Kevin: -Opens his eyes again and lifts a hand to stroke it over Ryo's cheek- Thank you.

Ryo: It was my pleasure Love *Kisses Kevin's forehead again* I would do anything for you

Kevin: Well, I want you to know I really adore you, and that I'm your man, and your mine, I promise to love you the best I can.

Ryo: *Chuckles* And I you my love

Kevin: You sure?

Ryo: Never surer of anything in my life

Kevin: -Shifts a bit again as his stomach feels unsettled for a quick second- Well I sure feel special then.

Ryo: You are very special *Cocks his head* Are you alright?

Kevin: -Nods- Yeah, it was nothing.

Ryo: Alright *Settles beside the couch and goes ack to combing his finger through Kevin's hair. Softly humming as he does so*

Kevin: -Tries to stay relaxed under the combing as he stares at the medicine bottle and frowns, hoping it doesn't mean what he thinks it means-

Ryo: *Follows Kevin's gaze to the bottle, then back to Kevin* ...?

Kevin: -Shakes his head and huddles deeper in to the blanket-

Ryo: *Frowns in concern*

Ish: *Wiggles up onto the patio, then runs over and starts pounding on the door*

Ryo: *Winces at the loud noise in the rather quiet house.* .... *Answers the door and just stares at Ish*

Ish: WIFE #1!! D8 *Wiggles in past Ryo*

Kevin: -Groans and whimpers at the pounding and yelling. Shifts in the bed and pulls the covers over his head to hide from everything-

Ish: *Runs straight back to the bedroom*

Ryo: *Closes the door and follows Ish* Will you please keep it down?

Ish: *Glares at Ryo, then peeks over the top of the bed*

Kevin: -Curls up in to a ball under the covers, which is not as big a ball as normal since he has lost weight over the week and his skin has gotten paler, then uncurls when he feels someone peeking over at him. Peeks up from under the covers and stares at Ish with tired eyes- ....

Ish: ...He looks like crap *Glares at Ryo again* Have you not been taking care of him? D<

Ryo: .... *Wondering if he can get away with drowning Ish in the toilet. Walks over and crouches down by the bed. Whispers* Would you like some water Kevin?

Kevin: -Glares at Ish and wishes he had the energy to kick. Sighs, looks over at Ryo and slowly nods-

Ryo: *Reaches out to skim a hand over Kevin's hair. Continues to whisper* I'll be right back then *Stands and slips off to the kitchen*

Ish: *Stares after Ryo, then looks back at Kevin* ....Are you turning into a vampire?

Kevin: -Nods and whispers- Alright. -Glares at Ish again- If I was, you would be the first to go.

Ish: You'd drink my blood? 8D

Kevin: No. I would bite you so hard you would bleed to death.

Ish: Oh *Pouts* I like my way better

Ryo: *Comes back with a glass of water and sits on the edge of the bed*

Kevin: Well too bad... -Wraps a blanket around himself and tries his best to sit up-

Ryo: *Holds the glass in one hand, and wraps his other arm around Kevin to help him sit up.* Come on, lean against me Love

Kevin: -Finally sits up and scoots over to Ryo, resting his head on the male's shoulder-

Ryo: *Wraps one arm around Kevin then holds the glass up to Kevin's lips*

Ish: *Watches them, then begins to grow bored* Where do you two keep your fun stuff? *Peeks under the bed*

Ryo: Start going through our stuff, and I'll skin you

Kevin: Don't you have other wives or potential wives to bother and find? -Takes small simple sips of water-

Ish: But you're my first, so I needed to see if you were dying o3o

Ryo: .... *Ears pin back as he lets out a low growl*

Ish: >3> *Edges away*

Kevin: -Rolls his eyes and snuggles close to Ryo- Whatever you say....

Ryo: *Kisses the top of Kevin's head, then sets the glass of water on the nightstand* You *Points at Ish* Go home

Ish: But if he's dying, I need to be at his side!

Ryo: I said out *Smiles* I suggest you listen

Ish: *Sulks, then shuffles out*

Kevin: -Stares up at Ryo for a moment- You alright?

Ryo: *Once satisfied that Ish is trully gone, he looks down at Kevin* Don't worry about me Love, just concentrate on getting better *Runs his free hand through Kevin's hair, watching as it tumbles back into place*

Kevin: -Nods and relaxes against Ryo- Still, I'm sorry for all the trouble and worry I caused..

Ryo: Don't be sorry. *Rubs Kevin's side* There'll come day where I'll get sick and you'll have to take care of me. So in the grand scheme of things, we'll be even

Kevin: True, but I don't think I'll have to deal with Ish coming over or you coughing up blood and all of that.

Ryo: Darling *Cups Kevin's cheek* If I'm laying in bed sick, of course you'll have to deal with Ish. He'll be trying to talk you into running away with him while trying to slip poison into my drink when you aren't looking. And as for that other stuff, you never know.

Kevin: I suppose so, but even if he tries we all know he won't get anywhere. Though that won't stop him from trying anyway. -Shakes his head and sighs as he curls back up-

Ryo: I know... Do you need anything else?

Kevin: -Ears twitch as he pokes his stomach and realizes the weight he lost- ....Guess I could use some food.

Ryo: *Smiles* What would you like to eat?

Kevin: Do we have any soup?

Ryo: *Nods* Soups of all kinds

Kevin: Then..I'll just eat any kind I guess.

Ryo: I'll go make you some chicken noddle then *Pushes to his feet* Be back in a couple of minutes then

Kevin: Alright. I'm not going anywhere anyway.

Ryo: *Slips out to the kitchen and returns a couple of minutes later with a bowl of soup* Do you need help sitting up to eat?

Kevin: I can just lean against the bed headboard or something.

Ryo: Alright *Sets the soup next to the water on the nightstand* Here I'll... *Crawls onto the bed, and over Kevin. Takes a couple of pillows and leans them against the headboard so they can act as cushions*

Kevin: -Blinks and smiles as he watches Ryo- Thanks.

Ryo: *Crawls off the bed, then bows* Anything for my queen

Kevin: -Rolls his eyes and chuckles. Scoots on over and lays back against the pillows- Such a nice king you are then.

Ryo: *Lays another pillow on Kevin's lap to act as a sort of table, then holds out the soup* From now until you get better, I am but a humble servant

Kevin: -Takes the soup and carefully places it on top of the pillow- Well you are the best servant I have ever had, and I appreciate it all.

Ryo: *Crawls back onto the bed and takes a seat next to Kevin* Thank you my queen

Kevin: -Takes a small taste test of the soup- And what may I ask am I queen of exactly?

Ryo: According to that little outfit in your closet, you're the queen of Sparta *Cocks his head* Or we could go by that other little outfit and say there you're queen of the Geishas

Kevin: -Coughs and blushes as he quickly takes a sip of his soup- Um..either one is fine?

Ryo: *Grins* I'm sure I could come up with more if you just give me a minute

Kevin: -Raises a brow as he continues eating his soup- Can't wait to hear what you can come up with.

Van: What Pokemon site? I don't understand.

Ryo: Hmm, what's that style of dresses in Japan? ...Lollita?

Kevin: -Nods- Yeah, that's what it's called.

Ryo: *Nods* Queen of the Lollita...Goth queen. Let me know when you want me to stop

Kevin: Alright, keep going.

Ryo: Queen of Japan, queen of the ninjas, queen of the night, queen of the maids.... *Bats his eyes in a dorky manner* Queen of my heart

Kevin: -Smiles and nearly chokes on his soup- The last one sounds nice. Not sure where the ninja one came from.

Ryo: Those little kimonos are all the rage for ninja girls. *Nods as he reaches to slip a hand behind Kevin and rub his back*

Kevin: Really? And how do you know that?

Ryo: Cartoons of course

Kevin: And you trust those cartoons?

Ryo: They're as close to ninja as we're going to get here

Ryo: *Staggers home, the back of his shirt covered in blood and looking like it had been ripped up by a wild animal. One neat cut going from his right shoulder blade to the middle of his back at almost an angle. And claws marks ripped into his left shoulder blade. From the front, he almost appears fine. He stares at the door, wondering how he's going to sneak past Kevin and to the bathroom*

Kevin: -Is curled up on the couch like some kind of puppy, a book flopped open on the floor since it fell off during his sleep. Doesn't matter since he wasn't really enjoying it anyhow with him being kind of bored during his self lock up in the house and wondering if he can ever leave the house again-

Ryo: *Carefully opens the door and peers at the sleeping Kevin. Winces and closes the door before attempting to tiptoe to the bathroom*

Kevin: -Continues on with his sleep since he didn't pick up the sounds of the door opening or closing. His eyes flutter open at the feeling of another presence in the room and that something is off. Slowly sits up and rubs his eyes- Ryo, is that you?

Ryo: *Quickly turns so that his back is hidden from Kevin* Yeah, it's me

Kevin: -Looks up at Ryo and tilts his head- Where have you been all day, or..more like most of the last few days I guess.

Ryo: I've been...around

Kevin: -Tries to keep his ears from falling and from frowning- Oh, just..around?

Ryo: *Resists the urge to fidget, the blood trickling down his back making it to start itching* Yeah I uh...how are you?

Kevin: Oh, I uh..I've been fine I guess...

Ryo: *Smiles a little* That's good

Kevin: -Scratches the back of his head as he nods- Yeah, guess so. I guess I'll just leave you to whatever you were doing then. -Shrugs and looks around for where ever his book fell to.

Ryo: Alright.... *Does an awkward little slide shuffle so his back stays out of Kevin's sight*

Kevin: -Picks his book up and tosses it on the table with sigh and curls back on the couch-

Ryo: *Slips into the bathroom and quietly hisses in pain as he peels his shirt off. Absent mindedly tosses it into the hallway before turning so he can look at his back in the mirror*

Kevin: -Gets up to get a drink of water from the kitchen, but stops when he sees the shirt. Frowns with worry and moves to head in to the bathroom, but stops and steps back assuming Ryo isn't saying anything for a reason. Shakes his head and heads in to the kitchen-

Ryo: *Wonders how the hell he's going to clean this without having to ask for help from Kevin, not wanting to worry him* .... *Sighs* Kevin?

Kevin: -Sets the cup he just grabbed down and peeks out of the kitchen- Yes Ryo?

Ryo: When you get a moment, can you help me with something?

Kevin: Uh, sure. I'll be there in a second. -Quickly takes a drinks of water and heads to the bathroom, peeks in- What do you need help with?..

Ryo: *Facing Kevin, his back visible in the mirror behind him. It looks much worse than it really is, with trickles and smears of blood covering the back of it* I need help cleaning my cuts

Kevin: -Eyes the cuts through the mirror and slowly looks up at Ryo- You actually went after him..didn't you? That's what you have been "around" doing?

Ryo: *Sighs since he can no longer hide it* Yes, I went after him

Kevin: -Sighs and tries to remember where the other first-aid kit is- Why would you do that?

Ryo: *Quietly says* Why wouldn't I?

Kevin: I-It's not that, it's just..what if..what if something really bad had happened or he..he killed you? What would I do then? -starts to tear up- I don't want to deal with something like that.

Ryo: *Ears drop, reaches out for Kevin* I'm sorry, but I had to do something....

Kevin: -Wipes his tears on his sleeve- You probably just did what he expected you to do. You know he likes pissing you off.

Ryo: If so *Tugs Kevin to him and hugs him* I wish he'd find a different button to press

Kevin: -Carefully returns the hug and nuzzles in to Ryo's chest-

Ryo: *Combs his fingers through Kevin's hair in a soothing manner* You have no idea how angry I get, at the thought of him touching you like he did. Or at the thought of what he wants to do to you

Kevin: -Relaxes a tad bit under the combing- I know it makes you angry..I just don't like the thought of me being to reason you get hurt like this..

Ryo: *Kisses the top of Kevin's head, then lets his left hand drop because the shoulder is starting to hurt* I'm sorry...

Kevin: -Nods and points to the toilet- Just sit down and I'll go find the kit.

Ryo: *Takes a seat on the toilet and rubs his pants*

Kevin: -Comes back with a new first-aid kit and a small towel. Sets the kit on the counter and runs the towel under some warm water before ringing it out and starts to clean up the extra blood on Ryo's back-

Ryo: *Closes his eyes and bites his bottom lip as his back is cleaned*

Kevin: I'm sorry if it hurts a lot. -Carefully dries up Ryo's back and then starts to clean up the wounds with alcohol wipes-

Ryo: *Tenses and then hisses in pain*

Kevin: -Ears drop at the hissing. Stops cleaning the cuts- Are you alright?

Ryo: *Nods jerkily* I'm fine, don't worry about it

Kevin: Alright then. -Grabs another wipe and continues cleaning the cuts-

Ryo: *Makes a weird little noise since he chokes off the hiss of pain this time*

Kevin: -Quickly tries to finish the cleaning and then gently pats Ryo on the arm- I'm done cleaning. Do you want to bandage the cuts or leave them alone?

Ryo: Bandage them please

Kevin: -Nods as he takes out some bandages and adhesive tape. Sighs as he carefully starts to dress the cuts-

Ryo: ...I'm sorry

Kevin: For what?

Ryo: For not thinking straight

Kevin: -Shakes his head once he is finished dressing the wounds- It's alright.

Ryo: *Reaches around for one of Kevin's hands*

Kevin: -Takes Ryo's hand and squeezes it-

Ryo: *Tries to pulls around to his front*

Kevin: -Blinks and allows himself to be pulled-

Ryo: *Tugs Kevin onto his lap*

Kevin: -Slips in to Ryo's lap and get comfortable- Sorry I can't do much.

Ryo: You've done enough *Carefully hugs Kevin, not wanting hurt his shoulder. Nuzzles Kevin's neck, seeking out the area where Zeke bit him*

Kevin: -Lightly winces when the spot is touched since he still hurts a little bit- Are you sure?

Ryo: I'm sure *Presses a soft kiss to the spot*

Kevin: -Smiles a bit and runs a hand over the top of Ryo's hair- Okay then.

Ryo: *Purrs softly* I love you

Kevin: I love you too Ryo, more than I can explain.

Ryo: *Smiles and rests his head on Kevin's shoulder* ...I got him pretty good

Kevin: -Plays around with Ryo's hair- You did?

Ryo: *Nods* Real good

Kevin: What did you do to him?

Ryo: Mostly? I pounded on him with a large tree branch

Kevin: Oh..so you say you won?

Ryo: I think I did *Looks around* Shall we get up?

Kevin: -Pouts- But I'm comfortable.

Ryo: I'm sorry love *Pats Kevin's side* But my a** is falling asleep

Kevin: Alright then. -Slips off of Ryo's lap and stretches-

Ryo: *Slowly climbs to his feet, wiggling to wake up his legs*

Kevin: You feeling any better?

Ryo: A little, as long as I don't move my back to much or lift my arms to high I'm fine

Kevin: -Nods- I think you should head to bed and rest.

Ryo: Only if you'll come with me

Kevin: -Chuckles- Of course I will. I won't allow anyone else but me in there with you.

Ryo: Ohh, careful Love, your possessive side is showing

Kevin: Well yours shows all the time, so -sticks his tongue out-

Ryo: True *Kicks his ruined shirt into the laundry room* I like it when your's shows

Kevin: Oh, why is that?

Ryo: I've always been the possessive one, so it's nice to have someone be possessive over me for a change *Heads to the bedroom*

Kevin: -Cleans up the kit and puts it away before following Ryo- I suppose. I never really show that side much anyway.

Ryo: That makes me like it even more when it comes out *Crawls onto the bed and over to his side, stretches out on his stomach*

Kevin: -Carefully crawls on to the bed and to his side-

Ryo: *Smiles and wraps an arm around Kevin*

Kevin: -Scoots closer and cuddles in to Ryo-

Ryo: *Purrs softly and kisses Kevin's cheek* Mine, always

Kevin: -Smiles and nods- I'll always be yours no matter what.

Ryo: *Nuzzles at Kevin and sighs as he relaxes* Tell me I'm yours

Kevin: -Runs a hand through Ryo's hair and then runs it down to settle the hand on his cheek- You're mine, and will always be mine. I won't let anyone else have you.

Ryo: *Smiles, turns his head to brush his lips over Kevin's palm while softly purring*

Kevin: -Bites his lip to hold back a giggle from the kiss on the palm-

Ryo: *Nuzzles at the hand and relaxes*

Kevin: -Smiles as he watches Ryo and is thankful nothing too bad ended up happening-

Ryo: My darling Kevin, what has caused you to smile in such a manner?

Kevin: Hm? Oh, I'm just thinking about something.

Ryo: Oh *Fakes pouts* And here I thought it was me

Kevin: -Chuckles- It is about you Ryo.

Ryo: Oh *Smiles brightly*

--------Continued from with Turk, Caeculus, and Lysander-----

Kevin: Hm, so how is my husband doing right now?

Ryo: Mmm, he is very good *Turns to hug Kevin* How'd my wife?

Kevin: Hm, -leans in to Ryo- He is happy now that he is with his husband.

Ryo: Well I'm here whenever you need me *Nuzzles at the top of Kevin's head*

Kevin: Aw, that is sweet of you. I love you Ryo.

Ryo: I love you too Kevin *Purrs softly then nibbles at Kevin's ear* Kevin

Kevin: -Closes his eyes and relaxes under the nibbling- Hm, yeah?

Ryo: Not now, but one day in the future, probably a few months from now... *Dips his head down to nuzzle at the side of Kevin's neck* I want to have more kids.

Kevin: -Reaches up to lightly run his fingers through Ryo's hair- You want to have more kids?

Ryo: Yes *Purrs and closes his eyes* I miss having little ones around. And seeing all these Namrah with kids, makes me want more

Kevin: -Tail flicks as he thinks about their first kids from when they first heard to them being adults- Well...As long as I don't end up punching you again, I suppose we can try for more.

Ryo: *Smiles and picks Kevin right up as he hugs him*

Kevin: -Laughs as he returns the hug- I take it you liked the answer then?

Ryo: Very much *Sets Kevin down and kisses him*

Kevin: -Smiles in to the kiss as he happily kisses Ryo back-

Ryo: *Purrs as he pulls back and starts to nibble a trail down to Kevin's neck* Would you like me to show you how happy I am?

Kevin: -Lightly shivers as he grins- I think I'd like that very much.

Ryo: *Nips at his favorite spot then scoops Kevin right up to carry him back to the bedroom* I live to please *Grins wickedly*

Kevin: Mm, and you do a very good job of it.

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--------------In the Desert--------------

Ryo: *Grumbles and puts on the backpack before walking off to look for Kevin*

Kevin: -Is out somewhere out there, flopped on the ground on his stomach, hungry and dehydrated and just..purely exhausted from wandering around for hours-

Ryo: *Wipes his forehead as he already begins to sweat, begins calling out* Kevin!

Kevin: -Groans as he tiredly lifts his hit and looks around, his vision a bit doubled-..Someone call me?

Ryo: *Wipes his forehead and wishes for some sunglasses. Clears his throat* Kevin!

Kevin: -Stumbles on to his feet and blinks- ...Ryo!

Ryo: *Ears perk, puts his hand over his eyes to shield his eyes* Kevin? *Squints his eyes and begins walking towards Kevin*

Kevin: -Quickly clings to Ryo when he is close enough- R-Riri. She knocked me out and threw me in a sack. When I woke up and got out of the sack I was out here.

Ryo: *Hugs Kevin close* I should've known... *Lets to go of Kevin to pull off the backpack*

Kevin: -Tilts his head- What's in the bag?

Ryo: *Pulls out a bottle of water* Water *Holds it out to Kevin*

Kevin: -Eyes widen at the bottle as he quickly takes it and chugs a few gulps down-

Ryo: Slow down Love, don't want you to choke

Kevin: -Stops to catch his breath and swallow- Sorry. I haven't had anything all day...

Ryo: I figured so *Looks at the sky. Sets the backpack down. slips off his sweater vest and starts unbuttoning his shirt*

Kevin: -Slowly starts slipping at the water again as he watches Ryo-

Ryo: *Slips off his long sleeved shirt and puts just the vest back on. Pulls out a bottle of water and pours some water onto the shirt*

Kevin: -Blinks- Why are you doing that to your shirt?

Ryo: You'll see *Caps the water and puts it back in the pack. Smiles at Kevin, then drapes his wet shirt over Kevin's head so that it frames his face*

Kevin: -Blinks again and looks around, pokes the shirt- Uh, new hat?

Ryo: Not much for fashion but *Puts the backpack back on* It'll help to keep you cool until we get out of here

Kevin: I hope so..I don't want to spend the night here..and I'm hungry and tired.

Ryo: Would you like a piggy back ride?

Kevin: Well..if it doesn't bother you or anything...

Ryo: *Takes off the backpack and holds it out to Kevin, then crouches down for Kevin to get on*

Kevin: -Slips on the back pack and climbs on to Ryo's back, wrapping his arms around Ryo's neck/shoulders- Thanks.

Ryo: *Hooks his arms under Kevin's knees and continues on his way* It's no problem Kevin *Turns his head so he can smile at Kevin*

Kevin: -Smiles back and gives a quick peck on Ryo's cheek before resting his head on Ryo's shoulder-

Ryo: *Quietly humms and tries not to focus on the heat as he trudges along* I hope we get home before night fall

Kevin: Mmm, you always seem happy when I eat anyway, and just sit there watching me.

Ryo; *Smiles* I like watching you enjoy something I've prepared, it brings me great joy. *Cocks his head* Though when you say it that way it makes me sound creepy

Kevin: -Chuckles- Maybe, but I don't mind either way. You enjoy watching me eat, and I enjoy eating your food, so it is win win.

Ryo: What would you like me to make you when get home?

Kevin: Hm..I don't know. Maybe some pasta or something. Anything is fine really.

Ryo: Alright *Blinks and shakes his head as he begins to feel sick from the heat, but keeps trudging on*

Kevin: Ryo, are you alright? I can walk if you want, or give you the shirt at least?

Ryo: *Shakes his head and just smiles at Kevin* I'm fine, just a little hot *Licks his lips and goes back to face ahead*

Kevin: Well..do you need some water or something else then?

Ryo: Some water would be nice

Kevin: -Slips the back pack off and digs around for the water bottle, which he opens and holds up to Ryo's lips- Here you go. -Blinks as his ears flick to the sound of...water? and his eyes scan the area-

Ryo: *Tilts his head and gratefully drinks from the bottle* Something wrong Kevin?

Kevin: No, I think I am just hearing things. -Shakes his head and caps the bottle-

Ryo: *Stops* Why, what it you hear? *Squints his eyes when he sees something shining up ahead*

Kevin: Nothing, I just think I hear water.

Ryo: *Nods in the direction of the shinyness* Like how I'm seeing water?

Kevin: -Stares at the shimmering- ..Maybe I am not crazy after all.

Ryo: *Picks up his pace, walking in long strides* If you are, I'm going crazy right along with you

Kevin: Well at least I won't be alone~

Ryo: *Chuckles* That's looking on the bright side *Sighs when they come upon the river* This is such a strange island

Kevin: Well with someone like you near by it isn't hard to look on the bright side.

Ryo: *Crouches down to set Kevin down* I'll take that as a compliment

Kevin: -Drops to the ground and straightens himself out- Do we just...walk across it?

Ryo: If it's shallow enough *Holds out his hand for the backpack* Otherwise we swim

Kevin: -Slips the bag off and hands it to Ryo- Alright..I guess I can swim.

Ryo: *Cocks his head* If you don't think you can do it, I'm sure I pull you across Kevin

Kevin: -Shakes his head- No no, I think I can do it.

Ryo: Alright, you go first and I'll follow

Kevin: Okay..then.. -Stares at the river and slowly enters it, shivering since it is cold- Stupid..river..

Ryo: *Follows behind, grateful for the cold*

Kevin: -Shivers more and just makes a run for shore, thankful for being out of the water-

Ryo: *Slowly follows behind Kevin, the cold water making him feel better* That wasn't so bad

Kevin: Y-y-yeah, for y-you. -Hugs himself to keep warm-

Ryo: *Walks up and wraps an arm around Kevin* Come on, lets get you home, warmed up, and fed

Kevin: -Leans in to Ryo and smiles a little- A-alright. I think I'm going to flop over and die.

Ryo: *scoops Kevin up* We can't have that now

Kevin: Aw, I feel so loved. Off we go then!

Ishie: *Cackles and downloads porn onto Ryo's laptop*

Riri: Having fun?

Ishie: Yes 8D *Poofs off to Kevin and Ryo's and peeks into the living room*

Riri: Bye bye! -waves- 83

Kevin: -Sitting on the couch playing Mortal Kombat-

Ryo: *In the kitchen doing the dishes*

Ishie: Hmm, how am I going to get this in there... *Shoots to their bedroom and puts the laptop on the bed, with the porn left clearly on the screen.* >3> *Knocks some stuff of the dresser to draw attention before shooting back out of the house*

Kevin: -Jumps at the sound of stuff crashing to the ground- What the heck was that? -Frowns when he noticed his fighter died- ..Dang it...

Ryo: *Ears pin back at all the crashing* You alright Kevin?

Kevin: -Tosses his controller on the couch- Yeah, I'm fine. I'll go check the crash out. -Stretches and heads on in to the bedroom where he spots the stuff on the floor, and walks over to pick them up and set them back, only to drop them when he catches site of the porn on Ryo's laptop. Whispers-...What the hell?

Ryo: *Dries his hands once he finished with the dishes and steps out into the living room. Stares at the screen and cocks his head while wondering what game Kevin was playing*

Kevin: -Slowly gets up and grabs Ryo's laptop before heading back out in to the living- ....Ryo?

Ryo: *Ears flick* Hmm? *Looks away from the TV and over at Kevin, wondering what Kevin's doing with his laptop*

Kevin: -Raises a brow and spins the laptop around so the screen is facing Ryo- Do you want to explain why there is porn on your laptop?....

Ryo: Porn on my laptop? *Looks as if Kevin just spoke to him in a foreign language*

Kevin: Yes, porn. -Points to the screen- Porn, sex videos, ect. Right here on your screen.

Ryo: *Frowns* You can't honestly believe those are mine

Kevin: -Shrugs- I don't think anyone else had your laptop, and it's on your screen. Unless it magically poofed on here or something, then I can't explain it, which is why I'm asking you.

Ryo: But Kevin, me, watching porn?! Can you honestly see me watching porn

Kevin: -Shrugs- I don't know what you do when I'm not around or in your spare time! If you're not watching it then how did it get on here? That's all I want to know.

Ryo: *Tail flicks in irritation* I don't know how it got on there, I haven't used the damn thing in about 2 months. And I don't need porn!

Kevin: Well then. -Slams the laptop- Someone sure is irritable about answering a simple question which sure took him a while to answer in the first place. -Turns to return the laptop to the bedroom-

Ryo: The question is not what irritates me *Runs a hand through his hair and tries to reign his temper in and figure out who might've messed with his laptop*

Kevin: -Shrugs and waves a hand- Whatever you say Ryo. -Heads in the bedroom and places the laptop on top of the dresses and starts to pick up the stuff that fell down-

Ryo: *Sighs, his shoulders slumping and ears drooping. Looks around before taking a seat on the arm rest of the couch*

Kevin: -Slips back in to the living room once he has finished cleaning up and flops back on to his spot on the couch-

Ryo: *Bites down the urge to retreat to the bedroom and instead stares straight ahead at the TV* You don't believe me

Kevin: -Ears flick at the comment- Why do you say that?

Ryo: Because it doesn't feel like you do

Kevin: Why not?

Ryo: "Whatever you say," essentially means you keep saying that and I'll keep thinking what I'm thinking. And then you pointed out my hesitation to answer the same way a parent does when they believe a child is lying.

Kevin: -Shrugs- It is hard to believe anyone who hesitates in answering an question, especially if the question is important and can make or break something, but you're my husband and I wouldn't be with someone if I didn't essentially trust them.

Ryo: Then do you believe me or not?

Kevin: -Sighs and leans back against the couch- I belive you, but if it happens again -waves a hand- We'll see.

Ryo: *Isn't sure how to feel about that answer, pushes up off he arm rest and heads back into the bedroom*

Kevin: -Sighs as he props his feet on the coffee table, on arm probbed up by the elbow resting on the arm rest and head in hand. Shaking his head and stares out the patio door-

Ryo: *Paces the bedroom, then stops and glares at the laptop. Paces some more* ...Damn it! *Grabs up the laptop and flings it against the wall, feeling somewhat satisfied as it breaks. Stares at the hole it made in the wall and sighs*

Kevin: -Gets startles by the sound of the laptop crashing in to the wall and shattering. Bites his lips as he wonders if he should go check it out or not, but remains in his place out of slight fear and guilt-

Ryo: *Sits on the bed, rests his head between his knees and slowly inhales and exhales as he calms himself*

Hiki: *Slinks out of the kitchen, yawns and looks up at Kevin. Croaks*

Kevin: -Jumps and holds his chest since he was freaked out by Hiki's croak- ..oh..Hey Hiki...

Hiki: *Walks over and hops on the couch, looks at him as if saying, "What now?"*

Ryo: *Walks over and begins gathering up the pieces of laptop*

Kevin: -Lightly taps his fingers on the door frame and bites his lips-...Are you alright?

Ryo: *Shakes his head* No, I'm not

Kevin: -Frowns- Is..there anything you need, or something I can do?

Ryo: Could you get me a band aid please?

Kevin: -Nods- Sure, be right back. -Slips off to the bathroom and digs around for the first-aid kit. Takes out a band-aid from the box and head back, hold it out- Here you go.

Ryo: *Reaches out to take the band-aid, but rather than take it he takes Kevin's hand and gently tugs on it*

Kevin: -Stumbles a bit at the tug since he wasn't expecting it and looks up at Ryo, blinks-

Ryo: I'm sorry *Takes the band-aid and then wraps it around his bleeding finger*

Kevin: Sorry? Sorry about what? I'm..really the one who should be sorry here and all.

Ryo: Because I lost my temper *Looks over at the wall* And because I put a hole in our wall

Kevin: -Shrugs- We can always get you a new laptop and fix the wall anytime...It's nothing big.

Ryo: I'm still sorry

Kevin: Well...apology accepted then?

Ryo: Can I have a hug then?

Kevin: -Nods and opens his arms-

Ryo: *Wraps his arms around Kevin and hugs him close*

Kevin: -Wraps his own arms around Ryo and settles his head against the other male's chest-

Ryo: *Settles one hand on Kevin's lower back and cups the back of Kevin's head with his free one. Rests his cheek on top of Kevin's head* I love you

Kevin: -Smiles a little a snuggles close- I love you too Ryo.

Ryo: Kevin? *Combs his fingers through Kevin's hair*

Kevin: Hm? Yes Ryo?

Ryo: I don't watch porn *Massages at the base of Kevin's skull* I have no reason to since you're the only one I want to look at

Kevin: -Sighs and nods- I know..and I am sorry for make you feel bad about the whole thing...

Ryo: *Kisses the top of Kevin's head* I'd like to know what sick person got a hold of my laptop

Kevin: Who knows. Maybe we will find out some day.

Ryo: *Pulls back and takes Kevin's hand* Come on *Gently tugs on it and walks out of the room*

Kevin: Come one, Come on where?

Ryo: I think we both could use a chance to relax

Kevin: Oh, what do you have in mind then?

Ryo: *Lets go of Kevin's hand and crouches down* Get on and I'll show you

Kevin: -Tilts his head in confusion, but shrugs and climbs on to Ryo’s back-

Ryo: *Hooks his arms under Kevin's knees as he stands and heads out of the house*

Kevin: -Wraps his arms around Ryo’s neck and looks around- Are we going to someplace we have been before?

Ryo: *Nods* Yes, twice

Kevin: Oh...the hot spring?

Ishie: *Humms and begins writing in the sky, "Upcoming birthdays: Yarrow turning 1 on July 6th, Ryo turning 28 on July 25th!"*

Ryo: *Nods, flicking an ear at the sound of plane flying overhead*

Kevin: -Slowly looks up and blinks at the message- ... -Tries to stay relaxed as his brain makes a note to time crunch about gifts-

Ryo: *Watches the plane fly off, but doesn't notice the message* I didn't even think there were planes here. *Massages Kevin's knees with his thumbs*

Kevin: It’s probably a supply plane or something. -Rests his head on Ryo’s shoulder and nuzzles it-

Ryo: *Softly purrs at the nuzzling* You're probably right *Crouches down to set Kevin down when they reach the cave*

Kevin: -Tries not to laugh as he takes Ryo’s hand- Looks like someone planned to come back here at some point.

Ryo: Oh, I plan to come back here often *Squeeze Kevin's hand as he leads the way into the cave* I like to think of this as our own little place where we can come to hide from the rest of the world

Kevin: -Smiles and follows Ryo’s- Well then I thank you for finding this place since it seemed to work the last two times.

Ryo: *Rubs the back of Kevin's hand with his thumb* I'm glad you enjoy it
Kevin: Why wouldn’t I? I’m with you after all.

Ryo: *Smiles at Kevin, then brings Kevin's hand to his lips, brushes a kiss over the back of it* Now who’s the sweet talker?

Kevin: I guess it comes from spending so much time with you?

Ryo: *Chuckles and squeezes Kevin's hand, then steps away to start lighting the candles surrounding the hot spring*

Kevin: -Walks to the center of the area and lays on his back to stare at the ceiling of the place-

Ryo: *Turns off the lantern and sets it to the side, then turns to just stare at Kevin*

Kevin: -Feels someone staring at him and turns to Ryo- Yes?

Ryo: *Smiles and sits, rests his elbows on his knees and then his chin in his hands* Nothing, just admiring the view

Kevin: I don’t think there is really much to admire.

Ryo: That's because you can't see what I see. The play of shadows over your face, how your hair seems even blacker than normal with the occasional flicker of red or orange from the flame's light reflecting off from it *Cocks his head* Then there's always your eyes, your lovely eyes

Kevin: -Blushes and looks away while mumbling something about being embarrassed and shy-

Ryo: *Smiles, tail flicking as he continues to watch Kevin*


Kevin: -Looks over at Ryo again and huffs- You’re just enjoying yourself aren’t you?

Ryo: Yes *Stands and stretches in a cat like manner* Yes I am *Begins walks to the hot spring, stripping off his shirt as he goes. Tosses it to the side and works on his pants*

Kevin: -Rolls his eyes- Well you sure know how to put on a nice show, I’ll give you that.

Ryo: A nice show? *Kicks off his pants and boxers, then purrs as he slips into the hot spring*

Kevin: -Nods- Too bad you weren’t wearing that one outfit.

Ryo: *Blinks, chuckles and turns to rest his arms on the ledge and his chin on his arms. Smiles at Kevin* I'll wear it next time for you

Kevin: Aw, how sweet of you to do such a thing for little ole’ me.

Ryo: That's me, always willing to go the extra mile for little ole' you

Kevin: Which is why I feel so special.

Ryo: *Closes his eyes as he relaxes in the heat* You're very special to me

Kevin: Well you always say that to me.

Ryo: That's because it's true

Kevin: Which is why it is all the more special.

Ryo: *Smiles* I'm glad you think so *Peeks open an eye* Are you going to be joining me?

Kevin: If you give me a good reason to?

Ryo: I'm lonely and the water is nice

Kevin: Alright, I'll join you, once I get up.

Ryo: *Chuckles* It might be a while then *Closes his eye*

Kevin: Yeah yeah. -Slowly gets up and yawns as he starts stripping off his clothes-

Ryo: *Ears perk at the sound of clothes being shed, slits open an eye to watch*

Kevin: -Tosses his shift to the side and starts sliding them off when he feels someone watching him again. Turns to Ryo and sticks his tongue out before completely sliding off the jeans-

Ryo: *Shoulders shake as he quietly laughs* I truly do love you

Kevin: Well you should. According to you I'm special. -Slips off his socks and boxers as he heads over to the hot spring and slips in-

Ryo: Yes, but there are just moments where I have to say it

Kevin: Hm, well I love the moments where you say you love me.

Ryo: *Smiles* I'll say it more if you want

Kevin: -Scoots on over and leans again Ryo- Go ahead.

Ryo: *Shifts and wraps an arm around Kevin* I love you *Kisses the top of Kevin's head*

Kevin: -snuggles close to Ryo and sighs in content- I love you too.

Ryo: *Purrs and nuzzles the top of Kevin's head* You do realize that we've been together for almost a year now, right?

Kevin: -Ears perk as he counts the days- Wow..I can't believe it has been that long already.

Ryo: Doesn’t feel like it, does it?

Kevin: No, not really. I guess time really does fly.

Ryo: *Rubs Kevin's shoulder* Which anniversary do we celebrate? The day we got together, or the day we got married?

Kevin: Hm..I think they are both pretty important.

Ryo: Should we celebrate both then?

Kevin: If you wouldn't mine. I see the day we met as an important day of my life.

Ryo: Such an interesting meeting it was

Kevin: Well thankfully Ri kept tossing me out and that I was hiding in that tree.

Ryo: *Shifts and hugs Kevin* If you hadn't been, we still would have ended up here, it'd just have taken longer

Kevin: That's true. -Raises a hand and run it up and down Ryo's arm- I don't think I could run and avoid you forever.

Ryo: *Purrs softly and pulls Kevin close* I would've chased you until you gave up

Kevin: I give you credit for determination then.

Ryo: *Rests his head on top of Kevin's* After I managed to catch you, I imagine that it would've taken a while before I told you how I felt

Kevin: -Chuckles- With how backwards and skipping our relationship has been, you never know.

Ryo: *Trails his fingers up and down Kevin's spine* True *Smiles* I like how things are going

Kevin: -Rests his head on Ryo's shoulder as he bites his lips at the touch- Is that so?

Ryo: Yes *Brushes a kiss over Kevin's cheek* Don't you?

Kevin: -Smiles and nods- If your in it, then of course I love it.

Ryo: You're offly easy to please then *Removes one arm from around Kevin and feels around for a ledge to sit on*

Kevin: Well if it is dealing with you, then yes, yes I am.

Ryo: *Steps back from Kevin and takes a seat, the water up to his shoulder. Pats his lap* Come here Love

Kevin: -Pouts and slips over on to Ryo's lap- I was comfy too..

Ryo: I shall do my best to get you comfortable again *Wraps one arms back around Kevin, his other hand immediately going back to lazily trailing his fingers up and down Kevin's spine*

Kevin: -Places his head on Ryo's shoulder once more and starts to relax-

Ryo: *Presses kisses to the top of Kevin's head* My greatest treasure, I don't know what I did to deserve you

Kevin: I think that question goes both ways here.

Ryo: *Settles the hand he's stroking Kevin's spine with on Kevin's lower back, then slides the other up to hook his finger under Kevin's chin to tilt his head back*

Kevin: -Opens his eyes and blinks- Yes Ryo?

Ryo: *Dips down and presses his lips against Kevin's for a soft kiss*

Kevin: -Smiles in to the kiss and slowly returns it.

Ryo: *Slides his hand to cup Kevin's cheek and rubs his lips against Kevin's. Murmurs against his lips* I am very thankful for you

Kevin: -Wraps his arms around Ryo and murmurs back- The feeling is more the mutual.

Ryo: *Smiles and slides his hand back into Kevin's hair while pressing in for another kiss*

Kevin: -Happily kisses Ryo as he tightens his hold and tries to deepen the kiss-

Ryo: *Purrs and nibbles at Kevin's bottom lip before laving it with his tongue*

Kevin: -Tries not to chuckle as he opens his mouth to Ryo-

Ryo: *Lazily lays claim to Kevin's mouth, cupping the back of Kevin's head as his other hand begins to once again trail up and down Kevin's spine*

Kevin: -Lightly shivers at Ryo's touch while trying to entwine his tongue with Ryo's, his hands slowly moving down Ryo's back and lightly and quickly, if not teasingly, running over the base of his tail-

Ryo: *Sucks in breath through his nose and lets out a small choked moan. Tightens his hold on Kevin to try and bring him closer*

Kevin: -Grins and then squeaks in surprise as he is pulled closer. Continues moving his hand around, still teasing by gliding over every spot around Ryo's lower back except the base and the area around the base of the tail-

Ryo: *Pulls back and mewls, rubs his nose against Kevin's* You can be such a tease Love

Kevin: -Chuckles and finally glides his fingers over the spot- I know Ryo, but you can be as much of a tease as I can.

Ryo: *Lets out a purring moan and buries his face in the crook of Kevin's neck. Smirks and nips at his favorite spot*

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