Weiss Kreuz Fan Fiction ❯ Darkness Falls ❯ Night in the Hospital ( Chapter 8 )

Yo-ho!!! Minna-san!!! First of... GOMEN NASAI!!!! >< This is really, really, really, REALLY short!!! I'm having trouble with the plot a bit, and when I have trouble... I start losing detail! Sorry for those of you who were expecting a chase or an appearance from the fairy - next chapt, I promise!!!

Warnings: Um... don't have any... yet!

Pairings: Same as the warning!

Rating: I actually know this!! PG-13!!

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Ken hung up the phone, a slightly frustrated sigh escaping his mouth. He'd just finished explaining to Omi that he and Reina were going to spend the night at the hospital, just to keep on eye on Youji. It had taken them a while, but the two had managed to receive the permission to stay. Ken couldn't help but snicker, remembering the argument that had gone on; Reina, being a businesswoman, had great negotiation skills and had somehow conned Doctor Mareo into letting them stay.

// Either that, or it was her glare that got us in... //

He had to admit, the older woman's glare was practically un-parallel - he couldn't even remember Aya having a glare like the ones she can muster up. Ken smiled to himself - Youji had an interesting sister to grow up with, and a very protective one at that.

// Youji must be glad to have a sister like that... //

The brunet walked down the now empty hallway, his footsteps echoing lightly off the walls. He paused, looking out the row of windows to his right; the sun had just disappeared below the horizon, a dark purple tint still visible on the landscape. Ken shivered slightly, facing away from the window and heading down towards where the older man was staying.

// Youji's fear must be contagious - I'm beginning to feel nervous!! And Reina-san's story doesn't help!! //

Ken reached the door, hand on the knob; he quickly recovered himself from the slight fear, before turning the knob and stepped inside. He narrowed his eyes a bit, seeing that a certain dark-hair person was still there, seated next to Reina, an arm around her shoulder.

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Reina sat down on one of the chairs nearer to Youji's bed, arms wrapped around herself; she tried to force her tears back, not wanting to show her pain in front of her brother - but a few tears escaped. Crawford had placed a gently arm around the older woman's shoulder, not saying anything or taking action, just simply holding her around the shoulder as she cried.

Youji laid down on the bed, able to tilt his head far enough and comfortable to get a relatively good view of his sister and Crawford. Oddly, he didn't feel enraged or threatened that his worst enemy was touching his sister, he felt - glad. Glad that Reina was beginning to show her feelings again; it wasn't long after they had moved that she had changed quite drastically. The darker-blonde didn't smile as much as before and she had rarely ever cried or ever shown fear.

Youji smiled to himself, strangely glad that Crawford was there to help comfort her; he, himself was in no condition to so - but then, Reina wouldn't be here right now, crying about how - she had ruined almost everything and is doing it again. He doubted if Ken or the others could've helped, they didn't know her that well and frankly - Reina didn't handle being touched by strangers very well. However Crawford - there were times before they had lost contact time, she had mentioned about an overseas partner who was annoying her. Youji was pleased that the same annoying partner was here to help her now.

The door opening directed his attention, seeing Ken standing there with a slight glare on his face. Youji only watched, knowing that the younger man would have different opinions on the situation. Crawford looked up at the brunet, an expressionless look on his face - the two stared at each other for several minutes.

"Something wrong, Hidaka?"

"Shouldn't you be going soon?! It's a little past visiting hours now!!" Ken tried to keep his voice sounding natural, but it came out more forced then he'd wished. Crawford gave the brunet a glare of his own, briefly turning his head back to face Reina; she had managed to stop her tears and was just sniffling now.

"You better go. I don't think Dr. Mareo will be happy with three people staying the night!" The younger man hummed his response, slowly removing his arm from her shoulder and stood to his feet to leave. He and Ken exchanged glares when he reached the door, exiting with a slight hmpf.

Ken shut the door the minute Crawford had stepped out of the room, making sure it was locked tight. Reina looked over to her brother, seeing he was awake and sitting up right on the bed. They both faced each other, her dark green meeting with his lighter green.

A flicking light bulb nearby caught all of their attention; Youji made a small noise at the degree difference of the dark and light, his hands tightening around the blanket. Ken made his way over to the flickering light, reaching into the lamp to twist the bulb in tighter, ceasing the flickering. Reina stood to her feet, going over to the bed, leaning over to gently give Youji a sisterly kiss on the forehead.

"It's late Youji. You should rest..."

"Demo, O-nee-chan!! I'm scared!" Youji pulled the blanket up to his face, not only acting like a child, but also looking like one. Reina smiled tenderly, gently pushing away stray strands of light blond locks from his face.

"It's okay - Ken-san and I are here... We'll make sure the light stays on!"

"Hai! We have flashlights too, just in case Youji!" Ken commented, coming up on the other side of the bed. Youji smiled timidly, letting himself lie back down on the mattress, allowing his sister to help tuck him in. The dark blonde gently combed a hand through his hair one last time.

"Oyasumi, Otooto!" Youji smiled up at her, enjoying the feel of her delicate, yet strong hand brushing light against his scalp. He felt another hand on his shoulder; he looked up at Ken.

"Try to get some sleep, okay Yo-tan!" The eldest member nodded his head, slowly closing his eyes to allow the sensation of sleep gradually take over his body. Quietly and carefully, Reina and Ken went about to set up their sleeping quarters for the night, before settling themselves down for the night.

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WAII!! GOMEN NASAI!!! (Again) For the short chapt!!! I promise next time shall be longer!!!

Arigatou for reading though!! (even if this could be a waste of your time. -_-")

See you soon! (I hope! )

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