Kaze's Drabbles/One-shots

[Kaze Wo Hiku]

Because I just can't stop myself...

Hey everyone, for those who don't know me I'm Kaze. I made this thread since while writing my original fiction, Morning Coffee, I started getting other ideas, so decided to make a drabble/one-shot thread. Everything here will probably be OC. I'm sure Gabriel and Liam will find there way here eventually too. Just a place for me to drop ideas that aren't part of a longer story.

So here's some new characters. This was mildly inspired by Halloween coming up.

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Title: Masquerade

Pairing: Barrett/Aiden

Barrett Chase - 38, 6'0". Short but wavy black hair, hazel eyes. Light skinned. Slight muscular build, like a swimmer.

Aiden Summerville - 35, 5'9". Medium length blonde hair, blue eyes, thin frame. Light skinned.

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Barrett could not quite get the tie perfect which was making him increasingly mad. He was about to give up when the bedroom door opened.

“My they say every girl's crazy about a sharp dressed man; well I am here to disagree!” Aiden walked in. “Retty you look amazing!” He leaned against the wall.

“Aiden please don’t call me that at the party.” Barrett pulled so the tie unknotted. Sighing he pinched the bridge of his nose.

“Here here, let me.” Aiden stepped in front, being a few inches shorter made him the ideal height. “There perfect.” Aiden stepped back admiring his work. “It is going to be so hard being seen with the hottest guy at the event, but I will manage.” Aiden flashed his perfect smile. Barrett gave a weak laugh.

“Retty, what’s wrong?” Aiden’s blue eyes now full of concern.

“Nothing, nothing, just a small headache from earlier. Hasn’t quite gone away.” Barrett replied.

“Retty, if you’re not up to this we don’t have to go.” Aiden folded his arms.

“Don’t be ridiculous. You’ve been looking forward to this for weeks. You love any excuse to dress up, so there is no way you’re turning down a masquerade ball. You do love to showboat.” Barrett smiled at his partner.

Aiden smiled putting his hands up, “You know me so well. I’m going to go finish getting ready.” He left the room.

Barrett sat down on the bed. He hated lying to Aiden; he really did not feel well at all. Waking up with a sore throat and headache had progressed into a stuffy nose which he hoped to hide from his partner.

Hehtscheww!

Barrett caught the sneeze in his hand. Grabbing a cluster of tissues from the nightstand he stuffed them into his tuxedo pocket and went to wash his hands.

Aiden met him at the door as he finished. He was wore a three piece tuxedo much like Barrett’s but Aiden being the more flamboyant of the two also donned a top hat and white scarf.

“No cane?” Barrett joked.

“Honey, even I know when it’s too much. Not saying I didn’t consider it.” Aiden smile turned serious. “Retty, are you sure you’re okay? You look a little pale.”

“I’m fine. Now can we go?” Barrett said putting on his coat. “I’ll go hail a cab.”

Aiden watched his partner walk out of their apartment. “Retty...”

Barrett was barely inside the elevator before more sneezes hit.

Hehtscheww!

Hehtscheww!

The congestion he was feeling in his head was growing. He sighed, he did not want to ruin this for Aiden, and it’s all he had talked about for weeks. The Kresge Foundation was throwing their annual fundraiser, the theme this year was a Halloween masquerade ball. Aiden being one of the top fashion designers had done many events for them so he had been a shoo-in on the guest list. Plus he was Aiden, any excuse to showboat. It’s not that Barrett didn’t like parties but he also had more fun watching Aiden at them. Tonight however he wished he was relaxing at home with a glass of wine.

Hehtscheww!

Barrett pulled his bundle of tissues from his pocket as he exited the elevator giving his nose a quick wipe.

Cab hailed, he waited for Aiden who showed up a few minutes later.

“Nearly forgot your mask Retty.” Aiden handed him his black mask with silver lining around the edges. He had specifically asked Aiden for something simple, Aiden of course came through.

“Thanks.” He said a slight roughness to his voice. Aiden eyed him but did not saying anything.

Twenty minutes later they arrived. Aiden donned his mask which Barrett felt suited him perfectly. Black base with blue and purple stitching which sparkled, done in the “Venetian style”, whatever that meant. Aiden’s mask also had matching colored feathers that framed the right eye, plus a few more sparkly bits as Barrett had described. Aiden never did anything simple.

Arm and arm they walked into the Carlysle Hotel lobby then into one of the adjacent ballrooms. Immediately Aiden was greeted by several patrons, Barrett just hung back as usual. He never minded. You would think being one of the top attorneys in the city would garner recognition and it did but if Barrett was with Aiden, his partner always became the center of attention.

After a few minutes Aiden returned to Barrett’s side. “Everything okay?” Aiden’s blue eyes locked with Barrett’s.

“Yes, fine.” Barrett smiled.

“Good because I need to show you off.” Aiden grabbed Barrett’s arm. They walked the party grounds for several minutes Aiden doing most of the talking, which pleased Barrett whose throat still hurt. “Oh look there’s Michael, I must go see him, such a fine dark haired specimen,” Barrett smirked, Aiden commented on everyone, “I wonder if his boyfriend is with him, Lord help me I can never remember his name.”

“Wasn’t he...weird?” Barrett said quietly.

Aiden shrugged, “Honey, aren’t we all a little weird. You coming?”

Barrett shook his head, “I’m going to get a drink.”

Barrett excused himself but went to find the bathroom instead. The mask was making his already tender nose itch madly. He removed it while inside the bathroom but was not able to get his tissues out in time.

Hehtscheww!

He...Hehtscheww!

Hehtscheww!

Barrett frowned, he was definitely sick. The headache from earlier was now in his sinuses, his head felt heavy and clogged plus his sore throat was getting worse. Deciding he couldn’t just hide in the bathroom all night he returned to the party. He spied Aiden in a group, he could tell by his partners overly expressive hand motions he was deep into some story.

Barrett leaned against the bar ordering a glass of wine.

“Barry?” a female voice said.

Barrett cringed at the name. “Can either you or Aiden just use my real name?” He said turning to the woman, who was dressed in a long black dress with a sparkly cat-ear mask on.

“Being your sister I trump Aiden but I’ll forfeit for tonight.” Cordelia smiled at him. “Why aren’t you wearing your mask, it is a masquerade ball?” She threw Barrett her patented half turned smile.

Barrett had not even realized he had not put it back on. “It’s making my nose itch.” He said then turned from Cordelia.

Hehtscheww!

“Bless you. I don’t think that’s just the mask, Barr...ett”. Cordelia corrected herself since Barrett had glared. “I thought you sounded a bit congested.”

Barrett sighed, “I’m not feeling that well, but please don’t tell Aiden, I don’t want him knowing.”

Cordelia folded her arms across her chest. “Why not? He’ll understand.” She looked after at Aiden who now had a large group of people engaged on his every word.

“Showboating.” Barrett replied rubbing his nose quickly. Cordelia rolled her eyes.

“Barrett Sterling Chase, I think you would know your boyfriend better than that! If Aiden finds out you’re hiding this from him, I do not want to be around then that tornado touches ground.”

“Cordelia why are you even here?” Barrett took a drink of wine, he was losing patience with his sister.

Cordelia gave Barrett what he had christened long ago as the “look”, even with a mask on he could picture it in his head.

“David has done several articles for me.” She said a slight annoyance in her voice. “I may not be an attorney or a fashionista but that doesn’t mean I don’t have connections...Barrett.” She snapped his name.

Barrett looked away a bit embarrassed by his behavior. “Sorry Cordy, not feeling well.”

Cordelia immediately shed the proud entrepreneur and went into big sister mode. “My fault, I should not have taken an attitude. Can I get you anything?”

“Do you have any pain killers?” Barrett pinched the bridge of his nose again, and then put his mask back on.

“No but I’ll find some. Here sit.” She escorted him to a small sitting area next to the bar.

Just as his sister left, Barrett pulled his tissues back out.

Hehtscheww!

Heh...Hehtscheww!

After blowing his nose he tossed the tissue into a nearby garbage. He hoped Cordelia would return soon, his head was killing him. He looked out at the crowd but had lost sight of Aiden. Barrett sat back in the chair, closing his eyes; the light wasn’t helping his headache. The mask continued to cause issues so he removed it again, giving his nose a hard rub in return.

Hehtscheww!

Barrett sighed and sat forward, all he wanted to do was go home.

“Retty!” Aiden’s voice broke his misery. Aiden crouched down in front of Barrett. “Retty, I told you if you weren’t feeling well we could have stayed home. Now look at you!” Aiden’s voice was a mix of concern and annoyance.

“Cordelia told you didn’t she?” Barrett asked already knowing the answer.

“Yes she did and don’t you dare be mad at her.” Aiden removed his mask. “Barrett, why didn’t you tell me?”

“Oh so you’re using my actual name, you must be mad.” Barrett said giving a weak laugh.

Aiden was not amused, “Yes, I am mad, I expect you to be truthful with me. Now get up we’re going home.”

“I’m fine Aiden, just go do your thing, I’ll just sit here.” Barrett looked away and brought his hand to his mouth.

Hehtscheww!

Hehtscheww!

Tscheww!

“Barrett Sterling, stand up.” His partner was furious.

“You’re the second person to call me that tonight.” Barrett pushed up from the chair. Aiden looked around quickly.

“Come with me.” He said grabbing Barrett by the arm. They walked back into the lobby. Aiden turned looking up at his partner. Barrett’s tired expression hurt Aiden more than he wanted to admit.

“I have to excuse myself from the party so let me find David and tell him my stubborn boyfriend is sick.” Aiden waited until Barrett sat down before hurrying back into the ballroom.

Barrett pulled his remaining tissues from his pocket giving his sore nose another blow. Aiden returned a few minutes later.

He held out his hand for Barrett who begrudgingly took it, Aiden got their coats and hailed a cab. He was silent during the entire ride home so Barrett knew Aiden was mad which was not making him feel any better.

“Bed now.” Aiden pointed to their bedroom as soon as they entered the apartment.

“Aiden...” Barrett started but Aiden shook his head repeatedly pointing.

Barrett sighed changing out of his dress clothes, putting on grey pajama pants and a t-shirt. Sitting on the bed he reached for the tissue box on his nightstand.

Hehtscheww!

Tscheww!

Aiden walked in, he had removed his tux coat and vest. He handed Barrett some medicine and a glass of water. Barrett gave a weak smile which Aiden did not return.

Setting the glass on the nightstand Barrett crawled under the covers. “Thank you.” He said quietly hoping his partner was speaking to him again. Aiden sat down positioning himself on top of the comforter but next to Barrett.

“Why didn’t you tell me?” Aiden asked quietly.

Barrett exhaled leaning back on the pillow. “I didn’t want to ruin your night; I knew how important it was to you.”

“Barrett, you’re more important to me!” Aiden sat up looking at him, “Don’t ever keep something like this from me again.”

Barrett simply nodded.

Aiden relaxed, “Retty, I’m sorry, I shouldn’t be yelling at you.” He ran his hands through Barrett’s dark hair. “Forgive me?” He said playfully.

“Maybe.” Barrett replied with a smile. Aiden rolled his eyes.

“Now do you need anything else?” Aiden got up off the bed which made Barrett frown.

“Just you.” Barrett said in the most forced miserable voice he could manage. Aiden laughed.

“I’ll be back soon, but you my dear need sleep.” He bent down kissing Barrett on the cheek. Barrett seized the moment grabbing Aiden around the waist pulling him back on the bed.

“Retty!” Aiden exclaimed, “Retty, honey, I really need to work right now, I promise...Barrett!” It was obvious his stubborn partner was not about to let go. “Ok ok I’ll stay but only until you fall asleep.” Barrett loosened his grip.

Aiden sighed, “You’re lucky I love you so much you brat.” He stroked Barrett’s hair again.

“I love you too.” Barrett barely got out; he turned away from his partner.

Hehtscheww!

Hehtscheww!

“Bless you, Retty.” Aiden said softly. A few minutes later he was sure Barrett was asleep but he continued to stroke his boyfriend's hair for another hour or so before falling asleep himself.

The End.

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Readers of Morning Coffee might notice a few things....^^

Comments?

[Juto]

I consider myself a "knower" (read: crazy ass fan-camper) of "morning coffee"

Is it THE Cordelia?

Also the parental and slightly reprimanding use of first-middle and last name! It fits though and of course, the three pieces gotta love a delicious suit!

Is it possible to be in love with Aiden already? Nothing better than a showboating cutie in a three piece and a mask *sighs*

This was a lovely piece, Kaze! Feel free to bring more to the party.... Just, you know... Don't let it steal time away from "Morning Coffee"

But Cordelia was the perfect way to connect the two stories and create a possible LIBRIEL entry. Good job

[Juto]

Oooooohhhhh my GOD!!!!! MICHAEL!!!! With the weird boyfriend???!!!!! NOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!

Eeeehhh!!! *jumps excitedly up and down*!!!!!!! WHERE IS HE?????

[Subtly Clashing Wishes]

Cordelia!! Cordy!! Am I right? I'm right, aren't I?

Oh Barrett and Aiden sound like a fun couple. Poor Barrett outed by his sister. She's older, isn't she? Good thing Aiden doesn't seem to hold a grudge. This was a lovely interlude.

[Juto]

Cordelia!! Cordy!! Am I right? I'm right, aren't I?

And it's MICHAEL!! THEEEEE MICHAEL!! From the feverish "thank you, Michael"....

The one with the weird boyfriend

[Kaze Wo Hiku]

@Both of you. Yes it's the same Cordy.

@Juto, this takes place at the same time MC does, we're in late October in both instances so you know that answer.

Glad you guys like it. And don't worry this won't take away from MC, more of a fun little side project, Barrett and Aiden will be back at some point.

[Juto]

Juto, this takes place at the same time MC does, we're in late October in both instances so you know that answer.

Uhh, I know where cutie!Fessor is!

Uhh, these have to come back yes please

[Kaze Wo Hiku]

Oh Barrett and Aiden sound like a fun couple. Poor Barrett outed by his sister. She's older, isn't she? Good thing Aiden doesn't seem to hold a grudge. This was a lovely interlude.

Oh yes Cordy is older, by 5 minutes, they're twins but she's still the older sister to her Barry.

[Coffee Chicken Barista]

Oh, this is wonderful! More, more, more!!!!

[Kaze Wo Hiku]

Oh, this is wonderful! More, more, more!!!!

Oh my god... :worshippy: So happy you liked it! I'll try to do more soon!

[AngelEyes]

Squee! I have totally jumped in your bandwagon! I absolutely adore your boys! All the boys! I have to admit spending a fair amount of my random moments today reflecting on MC. With a goofy grin.

[happybunny]

Oh Barrett and Aiden sound like a fun couple. Poor Barrett outed by his sister. She's older, isn't she? Good thing Aiden doesn't seem to hold a grudge. This was a lovely interlude.

Oh yes Cordy is older, by 5 minutes, they're twins but she's still the older sister to her Barry.

I know what that's like! I also have a twin brother, and I am also older than him! except by 20 minuets. He just didn't wanna get out there. Even though we're twins I feel like the older one at times too. Mostly because girls are always more mature LOL

I LOVED THIS. All the connections!!!

[Kaze Wo Hiku]

Squee! I have totally jumped in your bandwagon! I absolutely adore your boys! All the boys! I have to admit spending a fair amount of my random moments today reflecting on MC. With a goofy grin.

Thank you!! Glad you liked this and it's connection to MC.

I know what that's like! I also have a twin brother, and I am also older than him! except by 20 minuets. He just didn't wanna get out there. Even though we're twins I feel like the older one at times too. Mostly because girls are always more mature LOL

I LOVED THIS. All the connections!!!

Nice! Yeah the idea they were twins just came on a whim but I like it.

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Taking another short break from MC as I try to work thru part 12, so Barrett and Aiden are back and oh my seems like someone has caught Barrett's cold....

Title: Not Your Fault

Prompt: Not Your Fault by AWOLNation

Pairing: Barrett/Aiden

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Aiden was furious. He sat at his computer trying desperately to type with one hand while holding a cluster of tissues to his dripping nose. Three days he had this stupid cold thanks to Barrett. Now being two days behind in his work was not helping his already paper thin temper. At least Barrett was not around to joke that Aiden’s temper was much like his height...short. Aiden’s body tightened at the thought, only Barrett was ever allowed to make short jokes.

Ah..ah’tschoo!

Must have been the hundredth time he’d sneezed just in the past few hours. He blew his nose hating how his congestion just would not subside. Nothing he had taken since starting to show symptoms had given him any sort of relief. Worse yet, he had a deadline; his changes must be made and emailed out to his client so they could give him the approval needed to proceed with the proposal.

Blowing his nose again he tossed the tissues into the now overflowing trash. He was in mid reach for more when another round of sneezing hit.

Ah’tschoo!

Ah’tschoo!

Ah..ah’tschoo!

Tschoo!

Aiden snarled throwing his tissues against his computer screen.

“Still not feeling well?” Barrett said in the doorway admiring the emerald green satin pajamas his partner was wearing. Aiden did not even turn around. “I came home early to check on you.” Barrett tried putting his arms around his partner but Aiden was having none of it.

“Thank you for gracing me with your presence, Barrett.” Aiden got up from the computer and walked into the kitchen.

Barrett sighed, Aiden always got surly when he was ill, this time was worse since it was Barrett’s fault. Aiden had caught his cold from the party.

“Aiden, come here, let me do that.” He turned on the water for the tea Aiden was about to make.

“I’m not incompetent Barrett, I’m just sick thanks to you!” Aiden glared at his partner.

“I know, I know and I’m trying to make it up to you.” Barrett was having a difficult time not feeling guilty. He knew of Aiden’s huge deadline, being sick was the last thing he ever wanted to happen to his boyfriend. “Do you have a fever?”

“No, I’m just so congested I can’t breathe, my eyes are watering so looking at my screen is nearly impossible and I’m exhausted but I can’t sleep until I finished.” Aiden grabbed his mug, “So excuse Barrett but I need to work.” He stomped off back to the computer.

Barrett’s heart ached watching Aiden but he knew his boyfriend would not accept any help until his work was done so Barrett sat at the kitchen table looking over his case notes while keeping one eye on Aiden.

Ah’tschoo!

Ah’tschoo!

Aiden blew his nose tossing his tissues on the ground; he was not even aiming for the basket anymore. A few hours later, after another box of tissues Barrett had brought, a half-eaten bowl of soup, again courtesy of Barrett and a string of curse words, Aiden leaned back in his chair sighing heavily.

“Finished?” Barrett walked over.

“Yes, no thanks to you.” Aiden rubbed his nose with tissues.

“Aiden...” Barrett started but he was interrupted.

Ah’tschoo!

Ah’tschoo!

Ah..ah’tschoo!

“Ugh what?” Aiden pressed the tissues again his chapped nose forcefully trying to subdue anymore sneezing.

Barrett held out his hand helping Aiden up, “Come on, time for me to take care of you.”

Barrett got his partner comfortable on the bed, putting several pillows behind Aiden’s back in an effort to help with his congestion.

Aiden leaned back closing his eyes. “Retty, can I have the tissues.” Barrett handed him the box, Aiden drew out several wiping his poor nose. “It just won’t stop running.” Aiden sniffed hard which was not the right move.

Ah’tschoo!

Ah..ah’tschoo!

Barrett hid his smile, Aiden’s high pitched sneezes always made him internally laugh. “I’m really sorry Aiden, I hate that you’re feeling awful because of me.” He sat down next to Aiden on the bed.

Aiden shook his head, “It’s not your fault. Well I mean it is.” He threw a half smile at his boyfriend. “But I know how I get when I’m sick. You put up with a lot from me.” He pulled the blanket up.

“I wouldn’t have it any other way.” Barrett kissed Aiden on the forehead. “Need anything else?”

“A stiff martini.” Aiden replied before blowing his nose.

“Not while you’re sick, love.” Barrett giggled at the frown Aiden gave him. “I’ve got some files to look over but then I’ll be in. If you need anything text me, I’ll have my phone on.”

Aiden could only nod.

Ah’tschoo!

Ah’tschoo!

Ah..ah’tschoo!

“I’m just going to try to sleep.” Aiden groaned. Barrett brushed Aiden’s blonde hair from his face.

“Sleep well.” Barrett turned off the light and headed for the door.

“Retty?” Aiden’s voice was barely a whisper. “Thank you for coming home early.” His eyes fluttered and closed.

Barrett just smiled and closed the door.

The End

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[Subtly Clashing Wishes]

Ha! Grumpy, sneezy Aiden is as fabulous as those green satin PJs. And bless Barrett for putting up with it.

[Arty]

Aw this was really cute. I love it.

[AngelEyes]

Short jokes. I sympathize. Dear Barrett putting up with such a beast, but yay for Aiden admitting it and apologizing. I like these two.

[Kaze Wo Hiku]

Ha! Grumpy, sneezy Aiden is as fabulous as those green satin PJs. And bless Barrett for putting up with it.

Aiden is very loosing based off of someone I used to know, needless to say he put the "drama" in "drama queen".

Aw this was really cute. I love it.

Thanks Arty! <3

Short jokes. I sympathize. Dear Barrett putting up with such a beast, but yay for Aiden admitting it and apologizing. I like these two.

Heh the best part is Aiden isnt that short but 5'9" for a guy plus to be with 6'0" Barrett...yeah XDD

[Juto]

Oh no!!! I have shamefully realised that I've forgotten to comment on this lovely piece of sick!fluff!!!

Diva!grumpy!sick Aiden was so amusing! Poor Barret, but kudos for putting up with such a diva

Barrett kissed Aiden on the forehead. “Need anything else?”

“A stiff martini.” Aiden replied before blowing his nose.

Sure sure! I'm more of a port-kinda girl, sick or not, but it seems to do the trick! Brings sleep as well! But what a great answer. such a cute sick diva! More of that please!

[SpamKey]

I still can't get over "Michael with the weird boyfriend?" XD

Awww I like these two new guys! It's like you're creating this whole other universe here with bunches of adorable couples. I love it!

[Subtly Clashing Wishes]

Sure sure! I'm more of a port-kinda girl, sick or not, but it seems to do the trick! Brings sleep as well! But what a great answer. such a cute sick diva! More of that please!

Mm... Port! Let's get some for camp!

[Juto]

Sure sure! I'm more of a port-kinda girl, sick or not, but it seems to do the trick! Brings sleep as well! But what a great answer. such a cute sick diva! More of that please!

Mm... Port! Let's get some for camp!

Hahaha oh my GOD, I thought I was the only one under 80 who liked port

Will definitely bring some for next camp meeting! Let's make it a game. Let's toast to every "Gabe", "Liam James Black" and "Professor Herondale"

[Kaze Wo Hiku]

I still can't get over "Michael with the weird boyfriend?" XD

Awww I like these two new guys! It's like you're creating this whole other universe here with bunches of adorable couples. I love it!

I'm not gonna lieeeeee that was like my fave line of the whole thing XDD

Yeah theyre invading my brain XD

Sure sure! I'm more of a port-kinda girl, sick or not, but it seems to do the trick! Brings sleep as well! But what a great answer. such a cute sick diva! More of that please!

Mm... Port! Let's get some for camp!

Hahaha oh my GOD, I thought I was the only one under 80 who liked port

Will definitely bring some for next camp meeting! Let's make it a game. Let's toast to every "Gabe", "Liam James Black" and "Professor Herondale"

You two seriously crack me up

Ok so for fans of Kyoichi and Yukimaru from OP&S, I'm kinda working out a little drabble of them for here. No promises since I'll have to see how well it translates but Ive got something working in my brain. Hopefully the stubborn master and his servant will play nicely.

[Kaze Wo Hiku]

Well let's see how this goes. My two OC's taken from my first fetish fic posted here. These guys are...very important to me. I've been writing them for many many years. I'm very attached. Since they exist in a completely alternate universe I hope this little drabble translates well.

Takahiro Kyoichi - The master, 5'10", appears in his early 30s... (he's actually MUCH older). Wears a traditional Japanese hakama. White hair, green eyes, glasses. Light skinned. No known allergies but his immune system is weak due to a disease he has which also led to a chronic cough. He gets sick quite often.

Yukimaru - The servant (or student as Kyoichi calls him). 6'2", mid-20s. Dresses in all black, dark eyes, black hair which is pulled into a ponytail. Medium-light skinned. Is never sick, does suffer from headaches every so often.

This is two males but it is not M/M this is a master/servant relationship. I also use the Japanese surname first for Kyoichi, not that it really applies in this fict.

If you'd like to read their first adventure here, it's Of Pride and Stubborness

http://www.sneezefetishforum.org/index.php?showtopic=63786

Ok Ill stop rambling. Enjoy.

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Title: Til the Moon was High

Prompt: Sign of Love by Immi

Pairing: Kyoichi/Yukimaru (Master/Servant)

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Yukimaru was trying his best to not make it completely obvious he was watching his master. Kyoichi was pretty immersed in what he was doing so it was not like he noticed. More translations. Kyoichi, being one of the few people left who could translate Rune Script from memory; the Council of Majerna used him more than Yukimaru cared for.

Kyoichi always waited until the very last minute, always ended up over exerting himself which lead to getting sick. He was about three quarters there. Another late night led to little sleep. Yukimaru noticed sweat beads on his master forehead earlier. Paired along with Kyoichi’s chronic cough and the odds were not in anyone's favor.

“Shishou?” Yukimaru decided to try to get Kyoichi to rest for a bit. “Shishou?”

Kyoichi continued writing at his desk, ignoring him. Yukimaru sighed internally and walked over next to his master bending down.

“Shishou?” He said directly into his ear.

Angry pale green eyes behind glasses met him. “Yes?” Kyoichi barked, he was not happy to be interrupted.

“Why don’t you rest for a while?” Yukimaru asked knowing already what the answer would be. Kyoichi gave him an eye roll and returned to work.

Yukimaru did not move from his position, after another minute Kyoichi slammed his notes down. “That is very annoying I hope you know that!” Yelling caused Kyoichi’s voice to break he bent over coughing.

“Forgive me, Shishou.” Yukimaru held onto this master until the spasm passed. More sweat had formed on Kyoichi’s brow, Yukimaru removed a cloth from his pocket to wipe Kyoichi’s forehead but his master pulled away from him.

“Yuki, I’m busy. Take your fussing elsewhere.” Kyoichi went back to his work. “If you’re looking for something to do, make tea.”

Yukimaru happily obliged. A few minutes later he set a cup down in front of Kyoichi who took a sip and then groaned. Yukimaru pretended not to notice.

“Teaicine?” Kyoichi glared at him which was when Yukimaru mixed medicine with tea in an effort to get Kyoichi to take it.

“One of us needs to be concern with your health; it might as well be me.” Yukimaru said looking directly at his master. Kyoichi pushed his glasses up pitching the bridge of his nose. Yukimaru had a feeling he was about to get an earful.

“Yuki...could you...oh no...” Kyoichi’s nose crinkled, his voice hitched and he turned from his student.

Nh'ghtd..eh!

Nh'xxdt...ahh!

Kyoichi pitched his nose as always after the second sneeze which dreadfully annoyed Yukimaru.

“Bless you.” He only replied.

Elbows on the desk, Kyoichi rested his head on his palms. Neither spoke for several minutes. Sadly Kyoichi’s sinuses were not done.

Hh..heh..ngxt!

Ehh’kNGXT..shu!

He stifled in his hakama sleeve not looking at his student.

“Yuki.” He finally said after another few minutes. “I don’t feel good.” His voice was a weak whine.

Honestly Yukimaru was more relieved his master had finally admitted he was sick than anything else.

He held out his arm which Kyoichi took. “You’re too good to me.” Kyoichi said quietly as Yukimaru helped him into his bed.

“It is my honor, Shishou. Now please rest.” Yukimaru smiled looking down at his master.

Kyoichi removed his glasses handing them his student. “Stay with me until I fall asleep?”

“Always.”

Kyoichi was asleep within minutes but Yukimaru did not leave until well after the moon was high.

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Forgot!! Author's note: Shishou translates to teacher/master, it's Yuki's personal honorific for Kyoichi.

[Juto]

Yaaaayyyy!!!!! Yukimaru and Kyoichi are back

Take your fussing elsewhere.

Haha Yuki sure has to put up with a lot of resistance to his caregiving soul. Persistency is key, Yuki!

You’re too good to me.

Awwww, to be acknowledged for all ones hard work! *sighs*

These 2 are simply adorable!!!

[Subtly Clashing Wishes]

Kyoichi always waited until the very last minute, always ended up over exerting himself which lead to getting sick. He was about three quarters there. Another late night led to little sleep. Yukimaru noticed sweat beads on his master forehead earlier. Paired along with Kyoichi’s chronic cough and the odds were not in anyone's favor.

Of course Kyoichi is a procrastinator. He even puts off admitting when he is sick!

Yuki, I’m busy. Take your fussing elsewhere.” Kyoichi went back to his work. “If you’re looking for something to do, make tea.”

Yukimaru happily obliged. A few minutes later he set a cup down in front of Kyoichi who took a sip and then groaned. Yukimaru pretended not to notice.

“Teaicine?” Kyoichi glared at him which was when Yukimaru mixed medicine with tea in an effort to get Kyoichi to take it.

Ha! Sneaky servant and whiney master, they make an excellent combination.

I love reading about these two.