Gravitation Fan Fiction ❯ History Repeating ❯ Chapter Six ( Chapter 6 )

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Chapter Six

Yuki (POV)

After speaking to Shuichi yesterday, I went straight to Tohma. I always seem to turn to him when I need someone to talk to. I told him what Shuichi said. He just closed his eyes and sighed. He then told me that Shuichi just needed time, time for what? He seemed pretty clear as to what he wanted from me. Which was basically…nothing. He didn’t want me anymore.

After talking for a while, I went back to my apartment and got drunk. I guess I shouldn’t have told Shuichi I loved him, maybe it was too soon. I’ve never been one for patience. I think maybe deep down I was hoping Shuichi would fall into my arms, telling me he loved me too. That’s what the old Shuichi would have done. But the old Shuichi isn’t there anymore, he’s someone I don’t recognise.

I can’t believe how much I seem to always fuck up my life. I keep asking myself, if it was worth leaving six years ago. The answer is no. I wish I would have stayed. I would still be with Shuichi, and I would be happy. Well…I would be happy, I don’t know if I would have showed it though.

Back then, I had trouble showing my feelings, but I’ve had six years to change. So, in a way, it was worth leaving. It made me change, but it may have cost me Shuichi. I wont give up though, I can’t. I need Shuichi in my life.

I woke up the next day to the phone ringing. It was Tohma. He invited me to Hiro’s party. I only agreed to go because Shuichi would be there. I guess I wanted another chance to talk to him.

I spent the day moping, trying to think of a way to get Shuichi to forgive me.

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Tohma picked me up in his limo about 7pm, and we then went to pick Shuichi up. He looked unbelievable sexy, but I tried not to look at him. I didn’t want to give him another reason to be annoyed with me.

As we drove to the hotel where the party was being held, I couldn’t help but glance at him. It almost got too much, and I was relived when we arrived. As we walked in, I noticed the way Ayaka looked at me, then her eyes flickered to Shuichi. Her expression puzzled me. I watched as Shuichi went over to talk to Fujisaki, then over to the drinks table.

Ayaka followed him, and he poured her a drink. I looked at Tohma, and he was also watching with a weird look on his face. He suddenly turned towards me and smiled. He then went over to the table and brought us back some drinks, he then excused himself to talk to Mika.

I walked around, stopping near Shuichi as he talked to Hiro. What he said nearly had me running over to him, begging him to give me another chance. I can’t tell you how relieved I feel to know he still loves me. But I can understand his reluctance, he’s afraid of getting hurt again.

I saw him look at me, and I knew he was wondering if I had heard him. I guess the look on my face told him that I had indeed heard what he said.

I watch as he excuses himself and turn his head to Ayaka. I don’t know what he did, because his back was to me, but he left the room. I was about to follow when Ayaka beat me to it. I frowned, wondering what was going on.

Tohma walked over to me, and we watched as Fujisaki steered Hiro out of the room. Whatever Hiro saw brought him to a stand-still. I really hoped it wasn’t what I think it was. A few moments later, Shuichi came into view. He place his hand on Hiro’s shoulder and walked towards the table and got a drink.

Tohma and I watched as Hiro and Fujisaki walked back into the room. Ayaka followed shortly, looking like a dishevelled mess. People were throwing disgusted glances her way. When Hiro turned the stereo off, and told Ayaka it was over between them, I looked over to Shuichi, and I knew he was trying not to laugh.

It then hit me that he had done this. Her tantrum was nothing I had ever seen before. I think I would have laughed if I hadn’t been so shocked. I barely held back my disgust as she hit on me. I could tell she was losing it.

I clenched my teeth as she tottered over to Shuichi. I held my breath, along with everyone else. It looked like he was going to kiss her. But what he said to her, well it was beyond funny. People were snickering as Shuichi walked away from her.

I think Ayaka was about to attack someone, but her parents took the opportunity to drag her out of the room. I really hoped that would be the last time we saw her. I think she deserved everything she got. I looked at Tohma to see him looking at Shuichi.

Shuichi turns to look at us, giving us his most ‘innocent’ smile. It was so obvious that he had planned this. He downed his drink. I frowned when he dropped his glass and he doubled over, holding his stomach.

I ran over to him as Tohma called his name. I was shocked to see how much blood poured out of his mouth. I caught him as he passed out, holding him bridal style as Tohma whipped out his cell phone, telling his limo driver to meet us at the entrance.

We walked out and got into his car, Hiro and Fujisaki piling in with us. I didn’t pay attention, all I cared about was Shuichi. As he lay in my arms, I took a good look at him. His face was pale, the black circles under his eyes looked like bruises.

His body felt so light in my arms. I looked up at Tohma, and he looked as worried as I did. He shook his head, answering my silent question. He didn’t know what was wrong with Shuichi. Tohma actually looked a little angry. I guess Shuichi has been keeping this from him.

As soon as we arrived at the hospital, a couple of nurses told me to place Shuichi on a stretcher. They then told us to wait in the waiting room, and wait for the doctor to come and speak to us.

We all went into the waiting room to wait. I hate waiting… I was getting more and more worried as each minute passed.

It felt like hours had passed before the doctor came to see us. He was a tall man with grey hair, and he looked exhausted.

“Mr Shindou has a bleeding ulcer. He told me he has been coughing up blood for the past couple of weeks. He hasn’t been taking care of himself, and he’s drinking and smoking too much. We’ve given him medication, and I will write him out a prescription, but he has to start taking better care of himself.”
“Can we see him?” Tohma asks.

The doctor nods, motioning us to follow him.

“We’ve given him a sedative, so he will be groggy. Please only stay for a few minutes, he needs his rest.” The doctor said.

We thank him and enter the room. Shuichi is laying in a bed by the window, hooked up to an IV. Tohma’s immediately by his side, holding his hand and stroking his hair. I fight my jealousy that is rising. I know Tohma’s worried about him, but so are we.

Shuichi’s eyes fluttered open, and he blearily looked at Tohma.

“What didn’t you tell me Shuichi?” He asked.

Shuichi closed his eyes for a moment, and sighed.

“Tohma, I didn’t tell you because I didn’t want you to worry. You’ve done so much for me these past six years, I know I’ve been a burden to you…”

Tohma held a finger to his lips, silencing him.

“Shuichi, you haven’t been a burden. You’ve become a dear friend to me, and I love you. I want to be here for you. I want to help you.”Shuichi starts to cry, and Tohma pulls him into his arms. I feel guilty and really jealous, and one look at Hiro tells me he feels the same. It’s so strange, watching them together. They used to hate each other, but now it’s like their best friends.

But I know it’s because of whatever happened in America. And I know Tohma’s the only one who knows what happened. I really hope he tells me soon… I want to be able to help him.

Tohma pulls away and kisses his forehead. He walks out of the room, and Hiro and Fujisaki follow him. I walk over to the bed and he smiles at me.

“Yuki, before I fall asleep, I want to tell you I’m sorry for what I said. And…do you want to go out on a date with me?”

I look at him in shock, feeling light-headed and giddy like a school kid about to go on his first date.

“I’d love to Shuichi.”He smiles, and then closes his eyes and a few moments later, he’s fallen asleep. I run my fingers through his hair, and kiss his cheek.

I leave, feeling like I’m walking on air. Tohma, Hiro, and Fujisaki are already in the limo waiting for me. Hiro looks like he’s been crying, and Fujisaki is holding his hand. Tohma looks at me and it’s like he knows. He smiles at me, which I return. I feel happy, for the first time in six years. I hope I can make it right.

We take Hiro and Fujisaki home first, then Tohma grills me about what happened. I tell him. And it’s weird, we’ve never talked about stuff like this before, and it makes it feel more real. Before it felt like a dream.

Tohma then tells me to be careful, making sure I don’t hurt Shuichi. Again it’s weird. Tohma always used to try to keep me away from Shuichi, but now it’s like he’s giving me his blessing.

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The next day, I made sure I got up early. I wanted to pick Shuichi up from the hospital with Tohma. We arrived at about 10am. While Tohma signed the release forms, I went into Shuichi’s room, to find him already dressed and sitting on the bed, his feet dangling.

Kami-sama, he looked so cute. I walked over to him, and he turned to me and smiled slightly. I really hoped he remembered what he said yesterday. I guess he knew what I was thinking, because he took my hand and pulled me closer.

His lips on mine sent shockwaves through my body. I moaned against his mouth, his soft sweet lips holding me captive. We broke apart when someone coughed. We looked round to see Tohma standing in the doorway, trying not to laugh.

Shuichi hopped off the bed, wincing slightly. He stalked out of the room, and led the way. It was weird, the change in his attitude was instantaneous. For a moment he was like his old self, and now he’s cold.

I guess this is how he felt when I was like this. I was a first rate cold bastard after all.

When the limo pulled up outside Shuichi’s apartment, Tohma and I were about to follow, but Shuichi stopped us.

“Please, I need to do this on my own. Tohma, go home and be with Mika, you’ve done more than enough.” He paused to lean over and kiss Tohma on the cheek. “Yuki, I’ll pick you up tomorrow at 7pm.” He leans over and kisses my cheek.

We watch as he gets out of the car and disappears into his apartment. Tohma looks unsure, but he just sighs and calls to his driver to continue. I guess I also feel worried.

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