BLACK and WHITE

Chapter three: Just a dream

Leo woke up with a startle, gasping and taking in deep breaths. His forehead was covered in cold sweats as he could feel his body trembling..

It was... just a dream..

He sucked in a breath, rummaging his body for any scars or wounds or anything that felt like an impaled flesh but he found nothing..

Turns out.. it was just a fragment of a memory from my other life..

Leo let out the breath he was holding and sighed in somewhat relief.. Doesn't matter.. as long as I'm back and alive, it's all that matters now..

Leo laid down back on the bed, his face looking paler than yesterday. Soon, he heard a knock on the door.

"Young Master... Are you awake yet?... I'm coming in.."

Then, the door opened and Blue walked in. His shiny long blue hair was packed in a bun as usual, with some strands falling on his face. He walked across the bed and drew open the curtains as the sunlight brightened up the gloomy looking room.

The sun rays shone on Blue's handsome face, making him look more divine. One word popped into Leo's head as soon as he saw this..

Beautiful...

"Rise and shine, Young master.. You don't wanna miss breakfast again now, do you?" Blue said and smiled, his thin deep red lips curved up beautifully and his white teeth were in display. Leo almost got blinded by that smile.

"Has Blue always been this beautiful?...

Blue's smile disappeared almost instantly as he saw how pale his Young Master's face was. He cautiously walked over  "Young master... Are you okay?... Are you feeling any discomforts of any sorts?...  Should I call the family physician?"..

" Blue.."

Blue's steps subconsciously halted as he heard his name being called by Leo. He composed himself and answered in a calm voice "..yes?".

Leonardo stared at Blue for some time and finally said in a somewhat hoarse voice "Come closer.."

Blue's pupils dilated a little as he heard Leo's request. He cleared his throat slightly and took two steps forward "..Yes?".

Leo shook his head and gestured for Blue to come more closer, which Blue heeded to his request but Blue isn't as close as Leo wants him to be.

They continued like that some time until Blue was towering on top of Leo.

Then, ever so slowly, Leo raised his jade fingers and touch Blue's cheek softly. A strange glint flashed twice in Blue's eyes as he stared down at his Young Master.

Leo trailed his fingers from Blue's cheek down to his jawline, then his soft eyebrows and then his nose and then his hair. Leo's fingers were cold but Blue was like some sort of body warmer that warmed up those cold jade fingers..

The reason why Leo's doing this? It's simple...

Everything looks so good to be true. Leo knew he's back but he just wanted to make sure. He wanted to make sure that everything he's seeing right now isn't some sort of dream. He wanted to believe that his first life was just horrible nightmare and that he has woken up to reality But most importantly, he wanted to see if.. Blue is really by his side, fine and healthy and not dead like he was in his nightmares..

Leo's trail stopped at the corner of Blue's lips. He's really here... He's alive..

Blue's eyes flashed more strange glints. Remember he's your Young Master! Control yourself! Don't act rash.. Blue repeated these words in his head like a heart clearing mantra, But.. Looking down at his Young Master who is oblivious about his butler's thoughts towards him, I want to take those cold fingers into my mouth and warm them with my tongue.. It's a good thing that Leo isn't looking at him, because the look on Blue's eyes is like that of a ravenous beast who has its eyes set on a delicious prey and just can't wait to tear it apart.

Blue's breath hitched a little as he tries hard to control himself. He could feel his self control walls having huge cracks on them. Please hurry with whatever you're doing Young Master, I don't think I can hold on much longer!..

Leo, as if hearing Blue's prayers, finally left blue's face. Blue inwardly gave a long sigh of relief and quickly masked any leaked emotions in his eyes.. He gave a sweet smile and asked "Are you done Young Master?"..

Leo cleared his throat awkwardly as a faint blush creeped up on the fair cheeks, Damn did he just act weird in front of Blue again?!!..

The blush, although it was faint, was still seen by Blue. Blue's thin red lips curved up in a small smile, This side of Young Master is rather... Cute. And just having the thought that he was the only person that has seen this side of Young Master brought up a tingling sensation in his chest as the smile grew wider. It made him feel.. Special.

Leo pursed his lips and averted his eyes at anywhere but his handsome butler. Blue stood straight and straighten his uniform, staring down at Leo. Clearing his throat, he said "I'll prepare for you a warm bath now, if that's ok with you, Young Master"

Leo nodded "...yes".

Blue nodded slightly and headed straight to the bathroom. It took him less than 5 minutes to get it all ready. Taking care of the Young Master was like a thing engraved in his system that it took him less time to actually get things done.

He went back to the bedroom and announced to Leo that his bath is ready. Leo nodded and drew off the blankets and set his foot on the floor. He slowly stood up and tried to take a step but he suddenly felt dizzy and almost fell face flat if not for Blue catching him on time.

"Young Master, please allow me to assist you" Blue offered.

"..Hmm, thank you" Leo nodded, accepting Blue's help.

" You don't have to thank me for anything Young Master, after all, it's my job to take care of you" Blue shook his head and smiled, leading Leo to the bathroom.

Leo was done showering. Blue helped him pick out an outfit and also combed his hair. As Blue helped him get ready for the day, Leonardo had to grasp the bedpost to steady himself. "Blue, I...I need a minute," he said, his vision blurring.

Blue immediately supported him, guiding him back to bed. "You're not well, Young Master. You should rest."

Leonardo nodded, feeling a wave of dizziness wash over him. "Just...just for a bit, Blue. I can't...can't stand for long."

Blue's expression was filled with concern. "I'll fetch the physician, Young Master. Your face is paler than usual."

Leonardo weakly gestured for Blue to stay. "No...no need, Blue. Just...just stay with me."

Blue nodded, sitting beside him and offering a comforting presence. "I'm here, Young Master. I won't leave."

Leo nodded and sighed softly, leaning on the bedpost weakly. Blue saw this and his heart couldn't help but ache at the sight.

"Are you sure I shouldn't call the physician?"...

"No need Blue, I'm alright.. Just feeling a little dizzy, that's all.. it will wear off in a minute.."

Blue wanted to object but Leo didn't spare him a glance. Blue sigh in defeat and sat down on a chair beside the bed , carefully watching Leo's expression, waiting to know when to rush to get the physician over.

After some minutes, Leo stood up and muttered "I'm fine now Blue.. You can take me downstairs now"

Blue stood up and strengthen his uniform "Come Young Master, let me assist you downstairs for breakfast. Lord Sliver and the other masters must be awaiting your arrival"..

I doubt that... Leo thought and rolled his eyes but still accepted Blue's assistance..