Gravitation Fan Fiction ❯ Be My Last ❯ Promise ( Chapter 2 )

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Be My Last

Chapter Two: Promise

 

The theme song for this chapter is “I Promise You Walls” by Shiny Toy Guns

 

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“I have been watching for Shuichi for many years, Shindou-san. All the years you under mined and hurt him. I invited your family here tonight because I have decided its time something was done about it.” Tohma said moving towards Mr. and Mrs. Shindou in an almost predatory stance.

“And what are you going to do about it Seguchi-san? Answer carefully; remember you are still but a boy, not even near the man you wish to be. Would you sacrifice your stance as a businessman and leader of an up and coming band? Would you, Tohma.” Mr. Shindou asked walking towards Tohma.

“If it's to save that angel I, Ryuichi, and Noriko will risk everything. For to long you have held that boy at your mercy, manipulating his life to be nothing more than that of a doll, a carefully construed masquerade of the betrayal of innocence, and for to long I have sat back watching to see if anything would change.” Tohma said.

“You can't take away our son, he is ours to do with as we please and you have no say in the matter. He has and will grow up as we see fit, and I will not allow a mere boy to change that. You may have learned a thing or two from your father and mother, but you still have a long way to go. Come dear let's go.” Mr. Shindou said turning to his wife and daughter.

“Shindou-san I believe Tohma asked you nicely did he not?” Ryuichi asked walking towards Tohma and the Shindous all the time keeping Shuichi behind him.

“And I also recall a few years ago you being publicly accused of child abuse were you not? It sure would be a pity if that accusation was to reappear in the Japan Times now wouldn't it?” Ryuichi asked smirking as the look of shock crossed Akito Shindou's face.

“You see Shindou-san, as much money as you may have, why would you throw it all away for a mere child, who apparently means little if anything at all to you. He will never become the heir you require, and you obviously have a daughter who is more than capable of bearing children. So why waste your entire reputation for a son, whom you have never cared for, nor understood? Because we have all heard you define him as a “freak.”

By now the small group had begun to draw the attention of the other guests in the room. Smiling triumphantly, Tohma approached Mr. Shindou. “I believe you were just leaving weren't you, Shindou-san?” leaning a little closer he whispered. “I wouldn't try anything if I were you. You'll be hearing from my lawyer Hitai-san tomorrow.” Then turning towards Shuichi Tohma reached his hand out to take the small hand.

“Shuichi-kun, you are going to be staying with Ryuichi and I from now on. Will you please come with me, and sing with Ryuichi once more?” Tohma asked leaning down to look into Shuichi's amethyst eyes.

“If you would like for me to Seguchi-san I will gladly sing for you.” Shuichi mumbled managing a small smile for Tohma.

“You can call me Tohma, Shuichi. We are by the way almost family now.” Tohma said pushing Shuichi towards the waiting Ryuichi.

Watching Ryuichi playing with Shuichi before they went on stage, Tohma smiled knowing that nothing would ever be the same. They would all stick together no matter what. He could still remember the first time he had ever met Shuichi so long ago; he had radiated complete calm and innocence. This however could not bury the pain etched in the wide violet gaze.

 

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They had been at a party celebrating the end of Nittle Grasper's first successful world tour. Shindou Corp. was hosting the celebration and everyone could see just how much power Akito Shindou possessed. When Ryuichi had decided to step out for some air Tohma let his gaze fall over the occupants of the room. There were several small groups crowded around the food table, and a group of women sitting at a table sharing gossip, but what caught his eye was the small figure sitting on the couch across the room. The small boy or girl appeared to be no more than ten or eleven sitting on the couch with their eyes downcast and trying to blend into the lush cushions.

Getting up quietly Tohma approached the child trying not to startle it. Tohma smiled as he felt the young child's gaze fall on him.

“Hello you seemed lonely sitting here all by yourself my name is Tohma Seguchi. What is yours?” Looking closer at the child Tohma could tell that he was very nervous and almost appeared to be unwilling to talk.

“Are you Shuichi Shindou?” Tohma as patiently when he received no response. Receiving a small nod of affirmation Tohma sighed wondering why Shindou-san had never taught his son to speak.

“Have you ever heard our music Shuichi?” frowning a little Tohma tried another approach when the Shuichi wouldn't reply.

“Are you not allowed to talk to strangers?” receiving a nod of affirmation Tohma sat down on the couch.

“You know growing up my parents were very powerful like yours. Only difference is that mine past away last year. I really miss them. Ryuichi has always been my best friend ever since I was a small child. He is almost like a brother to me and sometimes I wonder what would have happened if I hadn't had him through that rough time. Do you have someone like that Shuichi?” Tohma asked looking at the small boy who was looking up at him with sympathy in his eyes.

“My…friend Hiroshi Nakano…he's always been there. But my parents won't let me see him anymore…” Shuichi said his voice soft from not using it regularly.

“Hiroshi's parents died several years ago and so he moved here to live with his uncle. My parents don't like me talking to anyone…my father says that “someone with a voice like mine” should never be allowed to speak. I know they are lying though. They don't love me…they only love my sister. Seguchi-san is that bad? The only person I have ever loved is Hiro. When my father found out he forbid me to ever see Hiro ever again and locked me in my room for days. I really miss him. Seguchi-san do you love Ryuichi-san like that?” Shuichi asked looking back down at his lap.

“Yes I do Shuichi, I would do anything in my power to protect him from harm, and I'm afraid it would kill me if he wasn't around all the time.” Hearing Ryuichi calling for him in the background Tohma got up preparing to go and meet Ryuichi but stopped when a small weight found its way onto his lap.

“Will you be my friend Seguchi-san?” Looking down at the boy in his lap couldn't help but smile.

“I'll be your friend only if you will call me Tohma.” Then taking out a small slip of paper Tohma slid it into Shuichi's small palm. “I will always be only a phone call away; don't ever be afraid to call me.” Once more looking at the small figure in his lap Tohma let a small chuckle as Shuichi's eyes closed and his face buried itself in Tohma's jacket.

It was at that moment that Tohma realized that Shuichi was not just like any other child; he was special. He knew Shuichi still had a lot to live through in the coming years, but he was certain he would be right there by Shuichi's side.

 

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Looking back at the two men standing away from him Tohma knew he no longer had one love, Ryuichi, but two. His love for Ryuichi and Shuichi wasn't one of passion, or the burning fire of lovers, but a love of protection a love to last a life time.

Many claim love to be a figment of the imagination carefully construed to manipulate the human mind into believing in destiny, but perhaps in the moment Tohma began to believe not in the manipulation of the mind but in the destiny to protect and care for the two people he loved the most; one of them a long time friend the other a boy, an enigma, stirring the winds for a coming storm.

 

 

OMG!!!! It's been so long, I'm so sorry for not updating sooner. ): I've had writer's block, a crancky phsycotic mother who is scared that I'm gay, and graduation in a little more than a month. (: I hope you enjoyed this chapter, and will stick around for the next one.

 

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