Original Stories Fan Fiction ❯ Ice and Snow ❯ chapter 2 ( Chapter 2 )

Chapter 2-

 

"...Klein?" Reion looked up and saw Klein, who in his surprise is the prince. "I'm sorry to shock you. Apologies..." Shou spoke to snap Reion out of shock. "Apology accepted." He replied. "But, why didn't you tell me that you are?"

"Security reasons? Mostly it's because of that. And, um... I don't know what to say."

"Well, you could at least tell me what I can do for you." Reion stated. "It's fine. You can rest. I prepared everything for your comfort. I asked Lisa to prepare your bed and clothes. Also, I suggest that you take your bath. You smell funny." Klein giggled. "Sorry about that. And, Klein?"

"Please call me by my real name, Shou. And, yes, what is it?"

"Thank you."

"There is no need for thanks. I should be the one to thank you." And so, Reion took his bath.

 

After minutes of enjoying the warm bath, Reion went out just with a towel covering his privates. He went to Shou to ask about his clothes. "Nothing to do much today, so I prepared you some casual clothing. I hope you like it. They're over there." He pointed to the bed just near him. Shou saw Reion blushed as he picks up his clothes. "Don't worry, I'm no pervert. I won't look. Tell me when you're done, coz we're going out, and I need your help." He turned around and Reion rapidly changed. After Reion told Shou he's done, he turned around. "Well, you certainly look dashing. Now, I think a proper tour would be appropriate for my new friend?" He signaled for the wheelchair. "Let me look at your wounds." Reion went to the prince's side and looked at his knees. The bruises are almost visible, and seems that it's healing well. "Well, it certainly heals well." Reion stated as he slowly touched the golden-haired boy's knees and legs. Shou was blushing, obviously, but it was a good thing that Reion wasn't looking. "Umm... can we go now please?"

"As you wish." And they stalled out.

 

"This is a hidden passage. This is the one closest to my room. I think you should know about this." Shou pointed to the table with a vase, "Oh, very stealthy. Nice." "Yes, and we'll be using it a lot."

"How is that?"

"You'll see..."

"Are there more?"

"There is another one, but I think I must wait until you reach that big tree by the wall." Shou pointed at the huge tree by the wall.

"understood." when Reion got at the tree, Shou entered the secret passage and ended up falling on Reion's arms. "Right on timing, I guess." Reion said, making the startled prince blush. "You're cute when you blush, my prince. You should try to do that more often." He blushed even more. "See? That's so cute."

"... Let's go back to my room. I believe it's time for rest." And Reion carried him back to his room, in a bride-groom way.

 

"So, how's his majesty doing?" Asked the general. "Fine sir. I think there's no problem concerning me being his personal guard."

"Good. Anyway, the king wants to have a word with you." Reion immediately went to the King's chambers. Once he stumbled upon the large doors, he knocked thrice. "This is the prince's personal guard, Reion. I hear the King summoned me."

"Very good. Please come in." The servants opened the door, and let Reion walked in. "Please sit down while I prepare something for my visitor." The King ordered the other servants to fetch something to eat and drink, preferably biscuits and tea. "That is all. I wish us to be alone." All the servants in the room went out.

"If I may ask, what is it that your majesty wishes to summon me?" Reion asked, soft-spoken.

"Let us drop the proper introductions and go down with the topic." The King demanded, as he sat down. "I wish to know what my son's doing. Would you be so kind to tell me?"

"I will be willing to report everything to my King as soon as he pleases. That is, if there is anything enjoyable to report."

"I like your sense of humor, but I am not laughing. What I must know is what I need to know. I will have my son's privacy, and I entrust you with my son's secrets. I do hope you won't tire of him."

"It is not my style, your highness. I do not wish to harm your son, one way or another."

"Very Good, Reion. Anyway, I am glad that you have been doing your job well."

"Pardon me, your highness?" Reion asked in curiosity.

"Well, I haven't seen him this much happy and silent. He was always quiet. Whenever we talk, it is only I that opens up topics. Since when I ask about you from him, he would have an irremovable smile on his face. Quite evident. But, very much intriguing." He was stricken by more curiosity. "He tells me how nice and kind you are. He's happy to have someone like you by his side."

'Really? He thinks like that?' "Well, I guess I don't know much about the prince then."

"Then I think it is time you knew more about my son."

"I will, my King. For his safety." With that, their conversation ended, leaving Reion walking back to his chamber [take note that his and the prince's chambers are the same. The prince himself installed a bed just inside his room to keep him company.]. AS he goes on his way, another servant approached. "The queen is summoning you. I was asked to escort you to her chambers.” 'Another one...'

 

"Oh, so you are my son's personal guard. How nice." She greeted him with a big smile. For a queen, she was very motherly to her country. She loved everyone, and everyone loved her dearly. "I'm pleased to be summoned by my queen."

"The pleasure's all mine. Now, please sit. Do you want refreshments?"

"No, please." And so the queen did as the king ordered the servants, leave.

"I am fascinated about who you are." The queen stated directly, "And seeing you, I could see why."

Seeing the confusion in his face, the queen continued. "My son had always been a loner. Very sulky. When I saw you earlier this morning with him, I think I saw happiness in him. That was nice of you to bring it out."

"It is part of my job, my queen." He replied with honesty and respect.

The queen giggled, "Oh I'm sure it is. I have a deep favor to ask you, if it wouldn't be bothersome." She became serious.

"Anything for my queen, I will do, if it will be for the benefit of all."

"Please, don't be formal. And, it is not 'all' who will benefit from this. It would be my son, or at most, you."

"Enlighten me, please." He showed more confusion and curiosity.

"I want you to love my son, if it wouldn't be a burden to you."

"Forgive me, but you want me to what?" It was evident that he tried not to be so disrespectful, but it was more evident that he was surprised with what the queen had said.

"You see, out of all the people my son met, it is only you who successfully made my son smile so much. He's like shining so bright. And, I know he's not that interested with girls... well, because of a trauma."

"If it is not too rude to ask, can I know about it?"

"When he was young, he was promised to be married to a girl, when they struck 18. But, the girl kept on insisting him to go with her every now and then, and so my son got a shot fuse and asked me to disregard the marriage. Seeing him plea to me so much convinced me that he doesn't like the girl. Since then, he went away to girls." She saw confusion in his eyes, although he made an effort to hide it. "Don't worry, my son is natural. Besides, don't you find him extremely attractive?"

'Yes, well, he's smooth and creamy, plus the gold hair looks good on him. His white dress looks dull with his white complexion, plus he smells so sweet.' "It's not that I find him attractive. Well, maybe."

"I see. But then, would you do it for me, not as my status as a queen, but as his mother?"

"I will. If that is what will make my prince happy." He left the room, and went back to his [and the prince's] room. He saw the prince sleeping peacefully. "He does look so peaceful." He gave him a little peck in the forehead. "Sweet dreams." And he went to sleep.

 

[End of play]

 

"That's very nice there. Good work everyone. Now that we have half of what we need, you guys can have a week-long break. You deserve it." Everyone went home as fast as they can, but leaving Daisuke and Nagi alone in the classroom. 'Yeah, he's wearing the ring. Good luck.' Nagi thought as he packs up his things and leave. But, Daisuke grabbed his arm, causing him to stop. "What is it?" Nagi asked.

"Tell your sister that I'm grateful for the gift, and, on a personal note, I thank you." He then left.

"The nerve of that guy. Sheesh." Nagi went home.

 

"Oni-chan! Advanced Happy Birthday!" Sai greeted his brother as soon as he entered the household. "Thank you Sai."

"Since this is a special occasion, here's my birthday present." She handed him a purple box. Not that fancy, but probably not cheap. "Thank you, sis." He kissed her on the forehead. "Now, what's for dinner?"

"Uhh... We have lobsters and shrimps. You need a lot of seafood." Trying to prevent more argument, they ate quietly. After eating, Nagi went to his room. "Nagi oni-chan, you can open the gift before you go to sleep. Take note of the word 'before'."

"Sure, sure. I'll do that." And he went to his room.

After taking the bath and doing everything he needs to accomplish, he lied on his bed. He opened the box, and saw a ring. It was very familiar, but hell he didn't give a damn to it. "Beautiful." He wore it and went to sleep.

 

And there he was, on the rooftops of the school, staring at the setting sun, until a voice removed him from the dripping crimson. "Who?"

"Quite rude, Zefiric."

"I have a name, Daisuke."

"Alright, Nagi."

"What the hell do you want? And another one, what the hell are you doing in my dreams?"

"Ouch, quite a good choice of words there. I wanted to talk to you, and that's why I'm here."

"So, cough it up already!"

"Nagi, are you angry at me?" His words sounded weak, and both the words and the manner of speaking startled Nagi, yet he was able to give a calm reply. "No I'm not. I'm just infuriated."

"Why?"

'Because you're so foolish' "Because... You're so insensitive, despite your outside self."

"Is that all?" He replied with a small joy in it. "Well, at least I know."

"Why should you care?" Nagi asked arrogantly.

"Because...."

 

 

Author's notes:

I feel really awful about this one... Yet, at least there's a move between the characters. By the way, I'm going to jump the scenes of the play, since the play is near. And, so, the scenes I'll be including are the most important ones.

And, It might change... according to what I feel like. At most, I don't want it to end tragically, but heck... We'll soon see.