FicWad

And Dare Not Speak Love's Name
A Fanfiction By SailorLight22
Omake 1 - Present
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
This little thing is set about 2 months before the first chapter, just a peek at the relationship between them, but as the summary says, what really matters? Enjoy!
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Lavi allowed himself to be pushed into his lover's darkened room, feeling his way to the bed as he heard the older man following close behind.

"What did you want to show me, 'Mui?" He asked, his tone insinuating. "It must be something important if it was worth dragging me out of dinner.." He trailed off, frowning at the man's quiet laugh.

"Oh, it's very important." Komui replied, fumbling his way to the night table. "I found something when one of the Finders came back from a mission in Africa.." He switched on the lamp, blinking at the sudden brightness. Turning to face the squinting Exorcist, he continued. "I found it in his pack, it must have snuck in before he boarded his ship."

Lavi smiled weakly. "You kept it?"

The scientist nodded. "It took a while to catch, but it was worth it!" He reached down, pulling a small box from beneath his bed. Presenting it gleefully to the startled redhead, he smiled. "It's a little early to be a birthday present, but as soon as I got a good look at it, I knew you'd just love it." Lavi gulped, reaching cautiously for the package.

Komui nearly bounced with restrained eagerness. "He might run, so be careful when you open it." He said, moving closer.

The boy nodded, holding the box firmly as he pulled back the lid. Looking into the small container, he frowned. "Um, 'Mui? I don't see any...thing.." He tapered off, a tiny movement catching his eye. "It's.. Oh my God, is that a baby hedgehog!?"

The man positively beamed. "It most certainly is!" He glanced into the box, nodding. "I didn't know what to do with him, he's a long way from home." He traced the small creature's back with a forefinger, pulling away when it squirmed. "Watch out," He cautioned, "He was frightened before, so I don't know if he'll try to get away again."

Lavi shook his head, sighing. "Only you, 'Mui," He muttered quietly. Poking a tentative finger into the box, he nudged the animal gently. "You awake, little guy?" He said, ready to catch the tiny rodent. "C'mon, let me get a look at you.." He pinched the nape of its neck, handling the still-flexible spines carefully.

Leaning close, he examined the pointed face and cream-colored belly, noticing the five-toed front feet. He stroked the soft fur with his fingers, smiling when the animal twitched. "Aren't you cute," He murmured, lowering the faintly struggling creature into his palm. It floundered to right itself, staring up at him with bright black eyes. He offered it a finger, smiling when it sniffed at the tip.

Komui sighed, relieved that the boy seemed pleased with his gift. "They aren't supposed to get very big, and they're easy to care for." Lavi glanced up at him, smiling.

"I know, when..she's..bigger, I can take her anywhere with me." He edged onto the bed, still watching the infant hedgehog's curious snuffling. "I can't believe you did this."

The scientist joined him, settling on the floor at his knee. He trailed his finger in random patterns, leaning against him. "I would have asked, but I wanted to show you first." He smiled up at the younger boy. "Is it all right?"

Lavi nodded, stroking the side of the animal's face gently. It squeaked softly, rubbing faintly against the boy's finger before curling into a loose ball around the digit. He winced, laughing at the undeniably adorable creature. "I love her! Thank you so much, she's perfect."

Komui hummed contentedly. "I'll get you something to keep her in, so that she'll be safe when you aren't there." He nuzzled briefly against the other's leg. "She can stay here until then, if you like."

The boy nodded, lowering his now-sleeping pet into the box. He tucked the soft bedding around her, replacing the lid quietly. He looked for a place to put the container, deciding thaty the nearby dresser would do. He strode across the room, gently situating a book between the edge of the wood and the box.

"There, nice and safe." He returned to the bedside, tugging his lover to his feet. "Now, turn off the light so the baby can sleep." Komui snorted, moving to comply.

"Well, now that we're done with the nurturing, what should we do?" He asked, looking in the boy's general direction. Lavi hummed thoughtfully, sitting down on the bed.

"Let's see.. No light, and the book I brought is over there anyway.." He snapped his fingers. "I know!" He groped for the older man's arm, tugging him down. "Since we're already here.." He smiled, leaning close enough to feel the scientist's rapid breath on his cheek. "We should take advantage of the situation."

Komui shivered, swallowing heavily at his lover's quiet voice. "Take advantage..?" He smiled. "Are you tired, Lavi?"

The Exorcist chuckled softly. "No, I'm not tired. But we are sitting on a nice, warm bed.. in a dark room.." He buried his face into the man's shoulder, wrapping his arms around his waist. "Wanna fool around?" He asked, nipping at the lobe of his ear.

Komui growled quietly, returing his embrace. "I'd love to..."

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

YEY I doed it, and I actually FINISHED it! See all you happy people in chapter 2!

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx