Tough Love

Chapter 13

As Shido held Ban in his arms he looked him over to check and see if he was hurt. But to his relief there were no injures. Shido sighed as he stood up and held Ban close to his chest. He then turned his attention to the man that caused all this, Akabane.

"What did you say to him this time Akabane?"

"I just asked if he enjoyed not being a virgin anymore."

"You what?"

"I was just curious cuz Ban-san looked a lot happier since last night so I just assumed that's all. I really didn't mean anything by it."

Shido just glared at the man as he looked around the room at the rest of the people who were looking at the little scene. Ginji was the first to speak as he walked over to them.

"Uh...Shido-kun why don't you go and take Ban-chan upstairs to rest while we get some food together for him to eat later ok?"

"Ginji you don't have to do that besides I'm sure he'll be up before you know it."

"Are you sure Shido-kun?"

Shido nodded as he smiled kindly at his friend, then turned his attention to Kazuki and Jubbei. Who were enjoying there breakfast and each other's company.

"Kazuki can you help get Ban into bed?"

Kazuki turned to face the beast master, then looked back at Jubbei who just nodded yes. The thread spinner then smiled back, kissed his lover and followed Shido up the stairs.

(Shido and Ban's Bedroom)

As Shido and Kazuki arrived at Ban and Shido's room, Kazuki offered to open the door and let Shido in first. Shido walked into the room and softly placed Ban onto the bed. Kazuki stood at the end of the bed waiting for what he had to help with.

"So what is it you wanted help with Shido?"

Kazuki asked as he still waited for his task to begin. Shido sighed and brushed some hair away from Ban's face before answering.

"Actually Kazuki I just wanted to talk to you in private about something."

Kazuki was a little surprised at first but shook that feeling off as he smiled at his closest friend.

"Ok Shido what is it you wanted to talk about?"

"Uh...well...

Shido trailed off as he tried to think of the right words but nothing came to him. Kazuki saw this and decided to try and help him out.

"Let me guess it has something to do with what Akabane-san said right?"

Shido was shocked at this but then smirked at the idea considering whom he was dealing with. He just shook his head and looked at the thread spinner.

"I see you didn't miss what he said then."

"Oh Shido you know me I always listen in on conversations, I mean its what I do."

"Sigh...I know that's why I'm not surprised that you know."

Kazuki smiled at his friend and waited for him to continue. But before anyone could say anymore they heard a noise from the bed.

"Urg...what happened? Where am I?"

Ban said as he slowly came to and looked around the room. Shido stood up and walked closer to the bed and smiled sweetly down at his lover.

"Are you all right Ban?"

He nodded as he tried to sit up. Shido noticed this and decided to help him to a sitting position. As his head finally cleared he noticed Kazuki standing at the end of the bed with a bright smile on his face.