After the trip it was time for him to recover even though he insisted that he was okay Neimi made sure he took it easy. The tissue on his back was still healing and he had the marks and scars to show it. After a few days though he managed to get out and actually explore the camp around him. After all the first time he was there was nothing like how it was now. He was an enemy then but alot has changed.

Mizuki had been talking with some of the drow mages that had come with the group. Assessing some of their magic Mizuki was sure his plan would work. It was just a matter of convincing Thalion of it. Speaking of the male that was where Mizuki was headed. He had looked in some of the places he knew the male to be but when no one said they had seen him Mizuki smiled.

He knew where the male had gone. Heading to the shop he walked in side and sure enough there Thalion was hunched over on the bench sleeping. Mizuki smiled before he closed the door softly and locked it. Walking over to Thalion Mizuki knelt down infront of the male and just stayed there for a moment looking at a relaxed dark face.

"Thalion" Mizuki said lightly as he raised a hand and lightly brushed the males cheek. He watched as ember orbs slowly blinked open before Thalion gave a small yawn. "That was by far the cutest thing you have ever done..." He said lightly before kissing his cheek.

Standing Mizuki reached down a hand to Thalion "Come on its no good to sleep like that...let alone how your back must feel" He said with a soft smile before he took Thalions hand in his and brought the male up. Taking him to the back part of the shop he took the male over to the couch before making him sit back down. "Wait here for a moment" Mizuki said before he left Thalion and went over to a shelf where he kept most of his herbs and oils.

Looking through them he found the one he wanted before picking up and walking back over to Thalion. When he got a question from the male he brushed it off "Just shush you" He said with a smile as he sat on the couch. Reaching out he grabbed the protesting males hips and turned Thalion so they both sat sideways on the couch with Thalion between Mizukis legs.

Mizuki knew that Thalion was going to protest over everything that he was going to do but he didnt care right now. He knew that as soon as he started those protests would die...well at least he hoped that was the case. In one swift movement Mizuki removed Thalions shirt with a smirk hearing the protest come from him "Oh come on its not like I havent seen it before" He said with a smile.

Mizuki knew that he had a point there and so did Thalion he could tell by the way the shoulders sunk a little. "Trust me you will like it" He said before taking some of the oil and pouring a little into his hand. Placing the little jar over he rubbed his hands together before placing them on the males back. Then he began to rub the sore muscles there with strong fingers. Because of herbs and healing uses he knew which muscles led where.

Thalion was more then passed out to say the least. Dealing with Damien all day as well as the others. Training and adding any repair work to the mix as well as trying to get back to his normal life he had before any of this. He stayed worn out. So it had been the past day or so that Neimi ended up catching him either sleeping like he was now or half curled up on the bench.

The one place that he seemed to be left alone long enough to do whatever he wanted without being pestered. Though for the past few days it was nearly all he could do to stay awake long enough to get some work done. Though it was amusing seeing Neimi shoo off anyone or sending them on some wild chase till Thalion seemed to get up again.

Hearing his name was plenty to wake him, especially like this. Though when he felt a hand on his cheek was when he knew for sure who it was before he ended up yawning a little. Heck he didn't even have a clue what time it was. Though he was half awake still when Mizuki said that was the cutest thing he had ever done. "Didn't know I did anything cute in the first place..." Though he still sounded half out of it before he stretched a little.

This was when the other seemed to insist this was bad for his back. He was right but still.. least it was quiet here. Not that he protested for the moment to Mizuki getting him to follow. Even with him telling him to wait here after making him sit on the couch he wasn't complaining. Though he did just want to move and lay down instead of waiting for anything.

He did start to question what Mizuki was doing but was told to hush. Well seemed he had no say in this .. whatever Mizuki seemed to be planning. "You know seeing as I'm awake again I should get ba-" Though that was all he managed to get out as Mizuki got him to move and soon after seemed to pull his shirt off.

Of course he was protesting though it was more of not expecting it that brought on the protests. Also from it happening out of the blue he ended up blushing so of course he was going to protest. Granted Mizuki had a good point as he glanced away for a moment and seemed to give in to that fact.

Though he did at least finally get his answer as to what Mizuki was doing as he seemed to rub different areas on his back. Mizuki was right as to the protests stopping though thats because Thalion half thought he might go back to sleep if this kept up. "You .. don't have to do this you know.. i just need some sleep and to finish that never ending pile of work. Besides your suppose to be taking it easy.." Shouldn't this be the other way around? There was a thought though one he'd have to save for when he didnt feel like falling over.

Mizuki smiled as Thalion spoke. His words were slow and he seemed to be on the edge of sleeping again. Good that meant that Mizuki was doing his job. Moving his hands over the males back Mizuki sighed a little "You work to much" He stated to him "Besides I have rested enough and you need a chance to rest as well" Mizuki said as he moved his hands to a new place on the males back between his shoulder blades.

'Besides..." Mizuki said after awhile "It would be kinda hard for you to rub mine" Mizuki said with a little twinge to his voice. Mizuki had scars yes from his past but nothing that took over a large chunk of his body and he knew his back was now going to be a place like that. Pushing that out of his head Mizuki smiled again "Plus...its nice to help you for a change" He said leaning down and kissing the nape of Thalions neck.

Mizuki moved his hands about rubbing spots here and there and he loved when he got the hitch of Thalions breath or a little moan here and there. It made him feel good and like he was doing his job. After a few moments Mizuki decided it was time to speak again "So...I was thinking here" He began "There are some mages within the group Damien got for us" He said "I know of a spell that I could teach them that would make this expanding a simple task" He said with a nod of his head.

"I mean I could do it my self but then I would be drained for days and that is the last thing that we need now" Mizuki said with a smile "Not only that but there are three or four blacksmiths in that group you" He said to Thalion as he moved his hands to the males shoulders "Take the help Thalion..." He said softly before leaning down and kissing the nape again.

Mizuki was doing his job, very well as far as what his goal was. Though Thalion also expected anymore as soon as he got to sleep someone would come bother him. He could almost place bets on who it would be anymore. "I get enough" He said being a little stubborn about it. "When this is all over with I'll just catch up on it." He said sighing a little in the process.

"Well..." He started but paused a little still feeling at fault for what happened. He could have gotten Mizuki to stay somewhere else or to drag him along or something. Though countless times Mizuki had to remind him that it was his choice to come along. "That is true... that'll heal eventually though.." He knew that for a fact. He had a few memories of whips as a child and he hated the sound of them almost as much as the thought of the contact they made. Those damned potions didn't help things either, he was just glad it was one that had a reversal to it.

"For a change?" He questioned before a slight chill ran from where Mizuki kissed. "You help a lot.. I think I would have killed a few of them before now." He said before laughing slightly, though he still sounded half asleep. Not like he was going to fight trying to relax while he was being given a moment. Even if his mind was torn and said he had more then enough to do and if he was awake he needed to be doing it.

"hrm?" He said before Mizuki continued after saying he had been thinking. He was really mostly asleep now, probably only staying awake because Mizuki talked a little in the process. "That'd be good.. the less time wasted on expanding the better." It could be directed towards more important things like training or making sure that the two groups they seemed to have worked together. That alone was a slow process. Not that he could really blame either of the sides being a bit tense. Humans hardly did any elf kind favors.

Though that was when Mizuki mentioned that there were a few smiths in the group as well as he breathed out a little at the thought of it. Though Mizuki seemed to encourage him to take the help. Sighing finally he closed his eyes for a moment. "Fine... You just want to make sure I can't fall asleep in there don't you..." He said knowing that the forge they had was big enough for a few smiths but they never really had any others trained or the time to train them.

"What odds do you think we have..?" He had to ask it as it had been weighing on his thoughts rather heavily. "Even with the added fighters and mages." He had doubted seeing as the numbers were still out numbered eight or so to one. Even a skilled fighter would have trouble in such odds. Maybe he was worrying too much or not putting enough faith into things. But he didn't want to go through all of this just to be slaughtered once their location was fount out.

What odds did they have? Well their odds were as good as they have ever been. Mizuki at this moment moved and rapped his arms around the male as he leaned in and pressed his chest into Thalions back as he rested his head on the males shoulder "Our odds are better but not the best just yet" Mizuki said with a little smile "But there is still hope" He said softly as he moved his head and kissed Thalions neck lightly.

Keeping his head there for a moment he pulled back and spoke again "Besides that...I am sure we have the time to train not to mention build up what is needed" Mizuki said lightly "Dont loose hope Thalion...when there is a will there is a way" He said with a smile "And our will is strong" Mizuki said with a smile "Besides...I may have another trick up my sleeve" He said again before placing another kiss on a dark neck.

Though Mizuki found it hard to just stop at one as he added some little kisses here and there on the exposed neck before he moved pale lips to a dark ear. Nibbeling it gave it a little harsh nip before a soft pink tongue lashed out and licked it better with a little growl "Either way...it should be bed time" He said in a little whisper as his breath ghosted over a dark pointed ear while pale hands spread wide and rested on a dark chest.

Yeah that was the answer he was expecting. Better but not. It was hard to get people to join this fight if they had no reason to and if they were on the king's good side it was impossible to get them to switch out of fear of the king. To say the least the odds of them getting too many more troops were rather slim at best. Why was he fretting so much over this?! This wasn't his job the Resistance had a general.

"Eh.. never said I lost hope just yet. I think I'm use to situations looking rather grim to say the least before they turn around." Though he was worried. Mizuki was right they did not have the time to train untrained troops. They could improve the ones they had but that was about it. Sooner or later time would run out and he hoped it was the later that it did so. "Hrm? Like what?" He questioned though he didn't seem to get a answer after the kiss.

Not that he minded. No it had been a little while when they had any time like this together. Maybe after things were over if they survived it things would calm down again. Though he didn't get to think on that for too long as Mizuki seemed to nibble his ear before the harsher nip on it. Though that last one was what earned Mizuki a bit of a noise from Thalion. He always tried to hold back for whatever reason.

When Mizuki mentioned bed he glared at him a little. "Tease.. " He growled. Either way he was probably right about it being bed time or that they needed rest. But Thalion wasn't going to let Mizuki get away just that easily. He was losing count of the times Mizuki teased or tormented him just to walk away.

Moving he pushed Mizuki against the couch before kissing him and pinning him there. All the while he had moved Mizuki's robe to the side a bit before kissing his chest lightly. One of his hands moving along his side down to his hip moving along there lightly before finally moving and pushing away. "Well I suppose rest is needed before someone comes wanting something."

He said before he got up and started to walk off leaving Mizuki there. Though he hardly expected that to last very long. Or least from what he knew of the other anyway.

"Tease..." He heard Thalion growl and it made Mizuki smile. That was the kind of reaction he wanted from him all though the noise he got as he nipped the males ear was far better. Though Mizuki seemed to have pushed it a little far for the male as Thalion turned and pushed him down into the couch pinning him there. He had to admit it was a little painfull but that thought passed as the actions that took place next.

Mizuki had to admit...the kiss to the chest was nice but that was not what made the little moan escape dry lips. No it was when he felt the robes pushed aside and a dark hand that met pale skin. Moving down until it grasped a hip. The contact alone made Mizuki bite his lip. Though thats where it ended as Thalion pushed back and stood.

Mizuki was dumbfounded. Here it was getting to a good point and the male pushed up and left! Though it was the next words that met his pointed ears that made him move. "Well I suppose rest is needed before someone comes wanting something." That was all Mizuki needed to hear as he was up and off the couch with his robes now fully open fallowing after the male.

Coming up behind Thalion he didnt give the male a chance to protest as he rapped his arms around a dark chest pressing his into that of a dark back. Lips found the neck as Mizuki continued to walk with the male. However when they reached the room Mizuki pushed Thalion into the door before the male could open it.

Moving a hand down over a muscled stomach Mizuki trailed the pelvic line with light fingers until his hand rested on a dark hip. Squeezing it lightly he bit the back of Thalions neck before kissing it lightly "We..." He paused a moment to kiss "Should really...go to bed" He said lightly.

He figured Mizuki wasn't going to let him get away with what he did. Not with the reaction he had gotten from the other. No.. that told him quite a bit of information. Least two could play the game Mizuki seemed to start by tormenting him most of the time.

Though he didn't get too far before Mizuki seemed get up and follow him. Even before he got the door open Mizuki was back to seeing just how far teasing would take things. Thalion was resting his head against the door half not wanting to move as the other continued. Though Mizuki paused a little and spoke that they should really get to the bed.

"Heh.. not sure I could sleep now." He teased a little acting like thats what Mizuki meant. Though he hardly thought that was the case. Either way he finally managed to get the door open though Mizuki barely got in it before closing it behind him. It did give Thalion a moment to free himself from the other though.

Managing to get turned around before kissing Mizuki without pushing him against the door. The couch and the hiss he got reminded him of Mizuki's back. Though by this time he had managed to move the top part of Mizuki's robes and move them to his shoulders exposing his chest a little.

As the door opened and the two of them entered Mizuki took this chance to close it right behind them. The last thing he needed was for Neimi or some one else to come and bother them. But those thoughts stopped there as his robes slipped down his shoulders to hang loosely off of his arms exposing his chest more.

Moving his arms as he kissed the male back he let the robes drop to the floor. Now Thalion and himself were equal. Both standing there in nothing but loose pants. Kissing Thalion again Mizuki moved and took the males hand in his own. Moving to the bed he moved Thalion so he sat down first. Moving he then placed a leg on either side of Thalions before sitting in the males lap.

From there it was simple and careful touches with both of them being mind full of each of their wounds and sore muscles. After everything was done Mizuki laid in the same place he always did with his head tucked in under the males neck. An arm was tossed across a dark chest as he breathed heavy.

His back was killing him because of the actions that had taken place and he knew he shouldnt of done it but at the same time he wouldnt have it any other way. No it was a good pain but a pain non the less. Kissing the males chest below his head Mizuki gave a little yawn "Now...bed..." He said lightly before his breathing began to even out.

Really both of them should just be focused on rest but it was a bit late now to worry about that. Besides this was probably needed after everything that had happened and was currently going on. The idea that the king could track this place down any day was on everyone's minds.

Thalion did try to work a little less after arranging something with the other metal workers that they seemed to have now. Though that hardly didn't mean he didn't pick at things if they were no perfect. Though also things slowly evened out between the two groups acting more like one group.

The spell mizuki spoke of was quickly taught and learned so expansion barely took more then a few days with moving and everything and setting things up. For once things seemed to be going well for the force that was standing up against the tyrant king.

Things went like this for about a month or so before something else seemed to come up. Raden knocked on the front door before Neimi asked and tilted her head a little at his question if Mizuki was here or not. "Um i think he's with Thalion at the grounds?" She seemed to question that as she ran in the building to check and came back. "Yep not here."

This was when Raden turned and went to the training grounds with a group of three that seemed to be following him. They looked like elves. Let alone highelves at that. Raden stood off to the side waiting for Mizuki to be done with his lesson though the argument that he should be use to seemed to spring up again.

"But Mi'lord!" "Call me that one more time I swear!" Yep the on going fight between Thalion and Damien. Though Luna seemed to always be amused by the exchange. Not that Damien was the only one who called Thalion this but he was the main one that tried to keep him informed.

Mizuki seemed to finish up with the spell he was trying to teach before Raden walked over to him. "Um.. Mizuki.." He said trying to get his attention with the three walking up behind him. They had asked where Mizuki was or if he was here due to rumors or something.. saying they could help.

Mizuki sighed as he looked at the males before him. It was a simple spell...one that would change and carve the rock around them. It was simple and easy with no clean up if done right. That was the problem Mizuki seemed to be having with them as he sighed again "No no no...like this" He said showing the group once the spell. "Now...practice this...we have more we need to expand" He said with a sigh.

This was when Raden seemed speak his name causing Mizuki to turn "What can I do for..." Though his words stopped as he looked at the three males that stood behind the half breed. As Raden Moved aside one of the males stepped forward. All three were wood elven by the looks of it. Long white hair did is small braided loops and designs rested on heads pinned back with jewels.

Mizuki stopped as he looked at them "What on earth..." Though he didnt get a moment to say anything else as the three bowed before standing up again "M'lord Mizuki" The male said and this caused Mizuki to cough a little "Excuse me?" He asked and the male smiled "We have traveled a long way in seek of you" He said lightly "I am Destra lead mage of the wooden realm" He said "These are my students" He spoke with a wave of his hand.

"We have come to seek you out" He said lightly "You are the last of your house name sir" Destra said with a little frown. "The Kinsaki name is a prized name in our houses" Destra said "Though it pained our people to find you siding with the eastern king" Destra said and Mizuki growled "There was no choice if I wished to live" He spoke crossing his arms over a cloth clad chest.

Destra nodded his head "Yes I am fully aware of this...we all are" He stated "That is why we seek you now that your ties to the evil are broken" He said witha smile and a tilt of his head. Mizuki groaned but he stopped as the male spoke again "This evil from the east threatens us all" He said "To many of our brothern have fallen at the hands of this human" He said with a growl "We seek you...come train within the village" Destra spoke.

Mizuki was at a loss for words. Where on earth has this come from?! "I cant just up and leave are you mad?" He spoke to them in shock but this was when Destra spoke again "Come and train. You and who you choose" He said "I say to you that its your choice...but what you will learn will be your greatest assest in the war to fallow..." Destra said as his light almost nothing there blue eyes gazed at Mizuki.

Raden stood to the side watching this display. Seemed there were a few here with a hidden past. Oh if Thalion had over heard this conversation he'd get a kick out of it. Though for the time being he was too busy fighting with Damien who seemed to be trying to tell him something. Though sometimes it was teaching in the same breath and Thalion half ignored it.

Though this was when Mizuki spoke up asking if they were mad and that he couldn't just leave. Though these three seemed like they weren't planning to leave without Mizuki. Not that they would take him by force but maybe wear him down to finally coming along.

"For the last time no." Thalion said before stepping back a little this time a blade clashing into another as Damien was going to prove something to Thalion that most probably couldn't but it was a good lesson. Though this time the older knight said nothing before striking again and again.

After a few more rounds of this Thalion finally seemed to give in to the request that Damien had asked probably a few hours ago when they started this duel. His intention was to prove that Thalion's magic was useless if someone knew he had it. It was to be honest though he never used it he tried to avoid using it.

The fire didn't even finish getting cast before Damien managed to cancel it throwing Thalion off a little though he still managed to block the knight's upcoming strike. "I proved my point." He said calmly as ever. "Tsk... so what?" "You and I both know what young lord and your bein-"

"Nope, this lesson will wait till tomorrow. I said one more time." He said being a bit cross with the other and not willing to admit something that he knew was the case. Damien being one of the royal knights knew what curse the blood line held without training.

Raden sighed finally shaking his head. One or the other will have to give someday. Either Damien will accept that Thalion is refusing to be who everyone expects him to be or Thalion will finally give in to the fact he probably can't run from his past. Though he spoke up about now. "I think things here will be fine... a few of the mages you've trained can keep on the others."

Not only that but the scouts seemed to report that there were no forces for miles. Let alone any of the king's. So he had time now if he so wanted it.

The few mages he had couldnt even do a simple a spell! Mizuki growled as he crossed his arms "No...we can not afford something like this at this time" He said with a sigh before he dipped his head "You are needed...by your house name your obligated-" "Im not obligated to do shit!" He said in a little yell looking to the three men "You come to me out of no where and then tell me I am obligated to do something about it..." He shook his head.

"Sir...you will get more answers this way" Destra said to him and Mizuki growled "Answers for what? I dont have any questions for you" He said with a growl standing to his full height. "I am fine just the way I am" Mizuki said looking to the male before him. Destra nodded his head at that "Yes that you are but you have the chance to be so much better" He said lightly "Right now the male you are shames the future you"

Mizuki growled "Hold your tongue before you say something that you will regret" Mizuki said glaring at the male before him with a glare that would make ice shiver. "As you wish young master..." He began before his face grew a little dark "Such a shame..." Destra said a little with a shrug "I mean its not my problem that your shaming your family name" The male said with a shrug.

Oh that was it! Mizuki growled as he cast his spell. Before anyone could say anything he was on the ground pinning the male there with an ice blade to his neck "You know nothing of my name" Mizuki hissed to him with a glare. Mizuki stared at he male before him with hate before he heard his name being called behind him. He didnt even know who it was as he pushed off the male and the ground before turning and walking a brisk pace away. Screw this!

Thalion had given Damien five chances to stop saying some title instead of just using his name. He did this each day. It had nothing to do with the training or that he didn't enjoy the challenge but he was swearing that he was going to beat it into the stubborn knight that he was not taking over the city or going back there after this mess was sorted out. Thus he wanted to remain without a title and for everyone to stop speaking to him like he held some importance or would kill them if they did not speak properly.

Though he had barely taken a few steps when Mizuki seemed to snap. Having pinned one of the wood elves to the ground and was yelling at him. This was a sight to behold for sure. He didn't know what had caused Mizuki to threaten this guy but he seemed to keep from killing him as Mizuki stormed off not long after Luna questioned him.

Glancing at Damien before Luna seemed to stop as Mizuki walked off still apparently angry. "Well guess I'll go see what that was about..." He knew Luna was about to suggest it anyway. Also this got him away from Damien before he decided to kill him. It was odd though seeing Mizuki that ticked.

Mizuki seemed to be heading for the entrance of the camp as he quickly exited the area and kept walking. Well, no word or nothing just leaving like that. Either way he followed Mizuki till he fell back a little giving the other some space and so he didn't notice he was being followed. Though he doubted that he noticed in the state he was in anyway.

After a while he caught up to the other again and found him casting a few spells against different trees. Though it didn't seem to take long before Mizuki noticed he was not alone as he turned and cast a spell at Thalion. Luckily he wasn't slow at reacting as he managed to cancel out the first spell but just barely. "Well I take it your still mad about whatever happened back there." He said before having to block another spell cast.

Anyone else and Mizuki might have hit them or killed them by now. "Hello or go to hell would work just fine next time though." He said barely avoiding the next cast as he breathed out. Well this was a mistake apparently.

Mizuki growled as he continued walking. Even as he was leaving and he heard his name he ignored them all. How dare that male speak to him like that! Mizuki growled as he headed for the entrance of the camp not paying attention to where his feet took him.

How could he say that? Mizuki was shocked and angry all in one. Not to mention his pride being taken down a notch or two. To think that Destra told him he was a shame to his own name...Mizuki growled and the next tree was frozen from base to tip with a spell.

Lashing out on another tree Mizuki raged to himself. His name was one of the last things that he had and to shame it!? He cursed as he lashed out at another tree with another spell. What the hell was the males problem!? Though that thought ended as he heard a noise behind him and he turned to see Thalion. The male was standing there looking at him. Mizuki glared as his spell was already half cast before he sent it in the males direction.

Mizuki knew that his anger was not directed towards Thalion but at the same time the trees didnt fight back. Watching he cast spell after spell as Thalion dodged them but that soon grew old for Mizuki. Starting slow steps forward he began to pick up space before he was in a full out run. Another spell and an ice blade clashed with that steal of Thalions.

Hacking and slashing Mizuki growled as he attacked with full force. Yes he was in need of some venting and that at the moment came in the forum of attacking Thalion though his movements almost paused as the male spoke. "Being alone would work to!" He said as he slashed at Thalion again "But since that didnt happen...Hello THALION!" He said as he slashed again forcing the male back towards a mouth of a cave.

So that was where his feet took him. The cave that this whole thing started in... This was when he looked at Thalion and saw the males expression. All he saw was understanding as he slashed again and again throwing in some spells here and there as he forced the male back. Before either of them knew what had taken place they were fighting and dodging rocks within the cave.

Yeah being alone worked but not after you held a blade to someone and stormed off. Was a thought but he didn't get to voice it as Mizuki switched from spells to the ice blades and seemed to take up the fight again as he charged forward. He was lucky that he had skills in fighting or Mizuki would have won a few spells ago.

Though it seemed that he kept losing ground, maybe on purpose. He wasn't really striking back, sure he was keeping it a challenge but he was blocking or avoiding strikes. With how Mizuki was acting he was worried if he actually fought back this would get worse then it seemed to be.

Though as they finally ended up fighting in the cave Thalion had enough. This was when he moved to strike out at Mizuki forcing him back but that was part of the plan as the other ended up losing his footing a little on some of the shifted rocks in the cave.

Taking this chance he forced Mizuki the ground as he held him there panting. "What the hells your problem? You hold a blade to someones throat and storm off then attack me and get pissed because I showed up?!" He was a bit angry with this, why the hell was he bothering if Mizuki was going to get ticked at him when he was trying to help.

Mizuki fought Thalion with anger but towards the male. It was towards Destra that his anger was but at this moment Thalion was the one infornt of him so he was the one that got most of his anger if not all of it.

Slashing and hacking Mizuki pushed the male back but it would seem there was an end to everything as Thalion had enough. Actually having to step back and dodge the blade Mizuki hissed ad his foot slipped out from under him. That combined with the tackle from Thalion he was forced down to the ground where the male rested on top of him.

It was funny really how something so simple could change the result of everything. In this case it was something as simple as an uneven rock that took his foot for a surprise. Even as he rested on the ground with his back pinned Mizuki didnt stop. "I will hold a damned blade to anyones throat if I wish it so!" He yelled at Thalion before moving swiftly and reversing their roles.

With a lash out Mizuki punched Thalion in the face. Though as Thalion turned his head back and looked at Mizuki there was a trickle of blood that fell from a cracked lip. Growling he leaned down and licked it away before forcing a hard placed kiss on the male. It was angry and harsh as he grabbed Thalions arms and forced the male into the dirt.

He didn't get to say anything to Mizuki's statement as he seemed to find himself against the ground a second later with Mizuki on top. Well that wasn't expected or part of this plan. He had planned to just see what was wrong but things seemed to be getting drastically worse by the moment.

A sudden strike from Mizuki ended up making his lip start to bleed as he was about to pay him back for it but Mizuki stopped him as he moved and licked the blood away before kissing him. After a small struggle to finally free his arms again he forced Mizuki back still trying to figure out what the hell was going on.

"First you yell at me and attack me then you kiss me? What the hell is going on?" He growled a little still struggling to try to keep his arms free at the moment. Finally getting one completely free of Mizuki's grasp he hauled off and punched the other. At the least he was getting payback for the cheap shot he got to the lip.

Growling Mizuki gathered the blood in his mouth before he turned his head to the side and spit it out. Though this was when he saw something from the corner of his eye and he smiled a little to himself. Alright if this was how it was going so be it!

Mizuki didnt say anything as he attacked and the two of them rolled on the ground punching each other back and fourth. Now Mizuki rested ontop of Thalion again as he bent down and kissed Thalion again though he was pushed back with Thalion explaining that this was not happening. Mizuki smiled and looked down at Thalion "Oh..." He said with a growl. Then with a couple swift movements he had the males hands cuffed and held into the dirt above his head.

Mizuki couldnt believe his luck! Leaning down he smirked "So...now its your turn to feel the steal of your own cuffs..." He said in a hiss before he forced the male into another kiss as he held him there. "And just so you know..." He said as he bit Thalions lip before pulling back "I was not asking..." He said forcing hands harder into the dirst and rock below them before his lips found the skin of the dark neck below him.

As this carried on it didn't look like he was going to get a answer to is questions. No the more it went on the more ticked off Mizuki seemed to get. It was almost all he could do to keep returning strikes or blocking a few. though that all came to a end after a while as well.

Mizuki had him back on the ground again and had managed to force in another kiss. This time he forced him back further. "Tsk fine you don't want to talk forget I bothered. But this isn't happening." He said as he started to move but Mizuki had pinned him down again already though this time there was a added twist.

He started to try to move but his ears went back a little hearing a sudden click sound before Mizuki held his hands over his head. Where .. what the- cuffs?! This was when Mizuki reminded him he had left those here and the down side to them was that they couldn;t be melted and the only way to open them was by whoever had closed them. He cursed his own invention about now.

He growled at Mizuki trying to free his arms though it wasn't doing any good as they were forced down harder and Mizuki bit his lip before speaking again. This was when the other proceeded to he moved to his neck. "weren't asking?! what the hells your problem?" He hissed but he needed to give up on fighting sooner or later. The more he struggled the harder Mizuki seemed to force him to stay still.

Mizuki growled as Thalion struggled more. As much as Thalion wanted to get away it was not happening and now that he had the cuffs on Mizuki really had the upper hand. He didnt know why he was doing what he was but at the same time he didnt care. Mizuki know that given enough time Thalion would accept what he wanted though if he didnt Mizuki would eventually stop.

Mizuki growled as he moved his free hand and forced Thalions head to the side. Moving down he took the males ear into his mouth and lightly sucked on the lobe before placing small kisses below the ear before he bit Thalions neck a little on the harsh side drawing a little blood as he did. He then licked out over the bite mark with a smile before pulling back a little to admire his work.

Amiling Mizuki looked at the little teeth marks and small trickle of blood that slipped down slowly. With a growl Mizuki turned Thalions head to face him once more. Leaning down he took the lips in his own again kissing Thalion with and by force as he held his head by his chin.

He knew he might as well give up. With his hands like this he couldn't get enough force behind them to get out of Mizuki's hold. Plus with Mizuki being on top of him it wasn't helping things. Not that this stopped him from fighting not for the moment at least.

Though Mizuki hardly seemed done with just holding him there. Feeling Mizuki force his head to the side before the sudden attack the other seemed to do on his ear. He still wanted to fight but he didn't at the same time as he shivered a little under Mizuki feeling everything. Though he wasn't expecting the bite, especially not like that.

He couldn't help but flinch as a slight noise was forced out and he knew he had lost. Though he had lost before the bite really. Having given up on getting from under the other by now as Mizuki made him face him once more before kissing him roughly.

This rough treatment went on as Mizuki continued having won whatever battle that wasn't meant to be one. When everything was over with Mizuki did seem to calm down some. Though there still seemed to be something on his mind.

"you could have asked.." He started trying to get some breath back. He wanted to say more but he didn't bother. No point to. Though he was annoyed with the cuffs about now. If he had half a mind he was going to get Mizuki back for whatever brought this on.

Mizuki laid there on the ground breathing heavy though he couldnt move at the moment. No at the moment he didnt want to. It was not until Thalion spoke that he opened his eyes and turned his head looking to him "...I could of" He said with a little smile before he spoke again "Then again this way was just as fun" He said with a little laugh.

After a moment Mizuki moved and sat up with a little groan. Moving over he grabbed the chains and thought for a moment. Remembering how Thalion removed them before he took them off before throwing them off to the side. Taking the hands into his he lifted them before kissing the bruised wrists. "Sorry..." He said lightly before sitting back with a huff looking to the male.

This was when Thalion asked him again what was wrong and he sighed "The fact that I bring name to my families name..." He said lightly as his ears dipped back and he hung his head. Mizuki had thought of it for a long time but the fact that Destro brought it up that it really hit him. From that one comment all the composure was gone and he flipped.

This was when Mizuki shared all of the conversation that he had with the wood elf inside. All down to the fact they wanted him to leave and train "I cant do it..." He said "I cant leave this place not now" He stated with a sigh "And not alone" Mizuki said after a moment or two.

"Heh.. fun huh? Tell that to my neck." Not that he was complaining actually.. though it was a bit sore now. It was funny how things worked out really. This cave... all of this started here how they kept ended up back here was almost amusing.

Though after Mizuki sat up and removed the bindings he shook his head a little. "Had worse. Lesson learned to have a fail safe in case something like that happens again." Though he was joking about that. It was impressive that Mizuki remembered what he had said about how to unlock them though. Probably for the best or he'd have to explain it.

He tilted his head a little listening to him. "How? your one of the strongest mages in this area." Unless they meant when he served the King or maybe there was more to it. Either way it seemed to really be bothering Mizuki. But that explained what the little fight before he left camp was about.

He sighed a little before moving to sit next to Mizuki. "It's not like you wouldn't come back right? Maybe ..." He thought a moment before trying to figure out what he was thinking. "Maybe you could work out a deal with them?" He laughed weakly at the thought. "We need more fighters and a group of mages sounds like a good idea to me."

It was the next part he didn't want to say really. "Take Neimi or someone with you.. she could use the training if they claim that you'll learn something by going with them." Though he didn't sound convinced by this as he said it. "Not like this place will go anywhere Felix and the general have it pretty well under control."

"Besides then you can go there and show them how wrong they are." This was the part he smirked at. Yeah he wasn't good at things like this but he was trying. He saw no point in him going along with Mizuki if it was mage training. But he kind of wanted to suggest that he go.. though it was to get away from Damien and the others as well.

Mizuki sat there as he moved before he rested his head on the males shoulder. Sighing a little he listened to everything had to say "Yes...in the area" He spoke lightly. "My parents..." Mizuki said "They were knowen through out the kingdoms and even passed the oceans" He said a little "They knew everything Thalion" Mizuki said with a sigh. "Elements, healing, death...it was all just a spell away" He said before his ears dipped back.

"If you think about it I am a shame..." He said lightly with a little shrug of his shoulders. After that it was silent before Mizuki spoke again..."...come with me" Mizuki said after a moment before he moved back and looked at Thalion "I mean...the elfs of the wooden realm have some of the greatest mages...and blacksmiths" Mizuki said lightly.

It was true though some of the greatest armor came out of the southern forests. Not to mention some of the greatest healers. Mizuki gave Thalion an almost pleading look. "I...cant do this alone" Mizuki said lightly "The last time I have been even close to my home village has been..." Mizuki paused "Hundreds of years..." He said thinking about it. The last time Mizuki was at his village he was ten though he lived in the area around the village for quite some years until his mid twenties when the king found him. "I...cant do it alone" He said in a pained whisper as he dipped his head down.

Mizuki had a point really. Thinking on his last name he did recall hearing about two mages that were nearly if not world renown. He never heard what happened or where they went but still. He felt bad for Mizuki having to try to follow ones known as the best. "You still have time though, and I doubt ... ok I can't say that my parents always said I failed them." He sat there a moment with a annoyed look from that thought.

"You'll go there and prove your not letting your family name down. Least you have something to look forward to from it right? My father was only known for going mage and all but vanishing one day due to-er... forget I said that." He said before glancing away for a moment.

"Heh.. I'll go" He hoped that would keep Mizuki from questioning why his father went mad so to speak. One of the greatest fire mages to the Drow kind going mad.. hardly a small feat but it had happened and he knew why or what caused it. Someone he had been avoiding for most of these years and had neglected to mention to anyone who didn't know already.

"You do know that this'll be a fun trip right... quite a few years back the wood elves and Drow had a er... disagreement we'll say." Needless to say the two races lived on opposite sides for a reason. "Besides.. when you ask like that how can I say no?" He said before pulling him close and kissing him still trying to cover what he had said moments ago. "It might even get me a bit of a break from the knight commander and the others."

When he asked in what way? Mizuki shook his head at that. It really didnt matter the fact that Thalion said he would go with him made Mizuki smile. Leaning in he kissed the male with a little bit a sigh before pulling back. He was glad that Thalion had agreed to go with him but at the same time Mizuki was unsure if he really wanted to go.

This was when Thalion began to speak again and Mizuki knew that he was right. There had been a conflict between the two races many years ago and one that still raged on today. It was a simple fued but because of pride neither side backed down. "Yeah...and to think" He said lightly "Even with a feud the two sides can still love each other" He said with a little smile "I mean look at us" He said with a little nudge "I love you Thalion...and thank you" He said kissing the male again.

After that moment the two of them left the cave and headed back to the camp. Shocking to Mizuki they had been gone for some time. When they returned to the camp Mizuki turned to Thalion "I will go and speak with that bastard" He said with a sigh "If you hear some one dieing hes just pissed me off again" He said lightly.

He was going to lean in and give the male a kiss but Mizuki noticed Felix walk towards them so a smile and a simple brush of his arm and Mizuki was heading the other way. He was in search of some males that needed a piece of his mind before he agreed to anything.

Well seemed he was clear of Mizuki questioning things. Probably for the best or Mizuki might be ticked off that there was withheld information. Though he feared he might be finding out soon enough and it was the very reason Damien was annoying the heck out of Thalion in the past few days.

"heh.. true." He said looking down a little. Oh please don't say he had to straighten things while he was there. Out of anyone the wood elves knew the royal family almost as well as his own kind. This was going to go badly he could see that. "Thank you? You know I'm going cause I love you... I think its fair to say I'm a lost cause learning anything magic wise." True enough.

Once they were back at camp he smirked at the comment before speaking. "I won't hear a thing." If the guy was dumb enough to tick Mizuki off a second time. Though this was when Felix started walking over and Mizuki seemed to just brush his arm before walking off. Why did he get a bad feeling about this too...

"So I heard something interesting." Felix started before Thalion rolled his eyes a little before walking with Felix where ever he was heading to. "And what is that? You found out that chickens can't fly?" Felix shook his head a little no but I think it has something to do with that bite on yur neck there."

Thalion almost froze at that slapping a hand over the mark before glaring at Felix who laughed almost instantly. "Let me guess... Neimi?" He nodded before saying the girl said that he wasn't in the room. Seeing as Thalion never slept in there before and Mizuki was staying with them. Though the bite really said something. "Is it really that noticeable..." Oh he was never going to hear the end of this from Felix.

Though the over sized human didn't get to say much else as Damien seemed to find him again causing him to flinch still holding a hand on his neck though a bit more relaxed at the moment it it didn't look as obvious.

though this lead into a long drawn out conversation after he mentioned he was going to help Mizuki till his training was done. "For the last time no... what part don't you understand?" He said as he walked trying to get Damien to go away. "You cannot expect me to allow you to go unguarded-" "Unguarded? I was unguarded for twenty years and I'm still alive, and no one asked what you thought of this I already told you no."

"To the wood elf area? I cannot let you go there alone being the last heir of the royal line and into territory that-" Thalion sighed knowing this was going to never end. "Your not trailing me around." Besides if he did he'd probably figure some way to work in magic training.... not that it wasn't needed but he would rather avoid it.

After talking with the Destro and the other two males Mizuki came to an agreement that they would leave the next day. Something that required a trip like this needed to be done right but quick. So with that came the idea to the four of them how the trip would go. After talking about everything from who was going to what he needed to take with him, Mizuki sighed and cracked his neck.

"Okay...so tomorrow morning we will leave from here to the transport" Mizuki said looking at them "Then from the receiver to the capital" He said lightly with a sigh. "If possible I want to avoid the mid village" He said with a stern look but this caused Destro to tilt his head "Sir...that is the village before the entrance..." He said "To go around would...take days." Mizuki sighed a little.

He knew it would take days but he really didnt want to.... "Couldnt we just head from the receiver to the lower kingdom then up?" He asked with a tilt of his head. Destro however shook his "No that would still take to long...young master I realize your connection to the town but we must cut through it. Its the fastest most logical way" Destro said to him and Mizuki fround. "Your right...fine" He said before turning.

"Beds have been made in some tents just out these doors" Mizuki said looking back at them "Its not much but its the best we have" He said "The expansion has forced alot to sleep just like how you will tonight" He said a little "My group and I will meet you at the front gate at dawn" He said lightly before turning and leaving the little house.

Heading down the pathways he headed towards the shop. The hour was getting late and Mizuki wanted nothing more then to go home and got to bed. Walking he hummed to himself as he entered the little shop though he laughed a little to himself as his mind strayed and he thought about what Thalions reaction would be towards the way they were to travel. He knew there was some ways the male disliked and this was one of the top three.

Heading into the little shop he noticed it was empty. Hmmm had Thalion retired for the night? It was usually about this time that Mizuki found Thalion sleeping on the bench in the shop. But tonight the bench was empty. Moving from the shop he walked to the back part of the little house.

Smiling Mizuki saw Thalion first thing as the male sat at the kitchen table. Though he gave a little frown as he noticed he was not alone. Felix sat there with Thalion and the male seemed to have a scowl on his face "Am I missing something here?" He asked lightly as he looked between the two males.

Felix was still getting a decent chuckle out of Thalion's first reaction. Though when Mizuki came in and Thalion glared all the more at Felix was when Mizuki asked if he was missing something. "Nope not a thing." Felix said as Thalion shook his head. "Not unless you count I'm starting a kill list.."

"You won't kill the lass, she could have said the same thing to anyone else and they'd never think a thing of it." Thalion was not as convinced of this as Felix chuckled a little. "Though the bite mark you might want a story for before yer guard starts trying to find who left a mark on the delicate prince." This was when Thalion hissed a little at Felix.

"Delicate my ass... and he is not coming tomorrow! Even if I have to knock him out. I'll already be dealing with wood elves probably debating on killing me in my sleep without him being at my heel." Though this probably still said nothing about what Mizuki had asked.

"As far as what you're missing... We'll just say someone else knows besides Luna." Even Neimi never thought anything of it really. She was too in the clouds most of the time to bother. She just figured with the extra smiths they had it was easier to just sleep in a room. "Oh what are you complaining about? 'Bout time someone managed to get you to do something besides work and train." Even if Felix was picking on him, it was more because Thalion was hardly ready to share his personal life with the world.

Not that he thought ill of it just he wasn't the type to flaunt such business. Mizui probably knew that by how easily he could get Thalion to blush at times from mere words.

Mizuki stood there as the two of them spoke. He didnt move he just listened. "Starting a kill list?" Mizuki asked with a tilt of his head "Why on earth would you be starting a kill list?" He asked lightly with a tilt of his head but he soon got his answer as Felix turned in his chair and looked at him.

It was not until Felix made the comment about the bite mark on Thalions neck that the blush came to his cheeks and he turned his head. Yeah okay he really didnt think about the reaction from everyone at the time. No all he thought about was getting an reaction from Thalion which he had accomplished. In the end that was all that mattered to him.

He all but ignored the rest of the talk between the two males as he stood there almost frozen to the spot. He knew Luna was aware of his status with Thalion, the dragonkin was not dumn. Not to mention she could more then likely smell Thalion on his person all the time. It was the fact that she never said anything to him about the topic. Why would she? It was not her life after all...though this was when Felix spoke again saying it was about time someone made him pay attention to other things but work.

Mizuki smiled at that. He knew Thalion and he knew the way the male worked before him. He was stubborn when it came to most things like work and life but in the end the right choice was always made. With that thought Mizuki paused and smirked to himself. The right choice...he thought again before deiciding on what he was going to do.

Well it was his thought that if Felix knew then he was not going to hide such things. Moving from his spot still by the door he walked over to Thalion before placing a kiss on the bite mark on the males neck "Yeah about time you do something besides work" He said lightly and watched as the light blush moved up to dust a nose and pouting cheeks.

Thalion was not one to take things like this and show it off infront of people though at times Mizuki was. With that thought made him do what he did. The thought that such a simple touch would give him the blush he wanted to see and he was right when he saw the red hue show over the nose and cheeks. Yes that was what he wanted.

"Well I mean..." Mizuki paused for a moment as he rested his head on Thalions shoulder "It is work if your with me" He said lightly tilting his head a little "Though its fun work...is it not Thalion..?" He asked a little with a playfull smile on his lips. He was waiting for the same reaction he knew was coming. He was expecting Thalion to give some smart remark and move his head from the perch it had found. Actually it almost made him sad that he expected to be pushed away.

"I do other things besides work!" He half exclaimed trying to ignore what Mizuki just did. Though he was probably trying more to ignore the fact he was currently stuck between this torment of Felix and now Mizuki joining in. Ok it wasn't really torment but it was to someone who never bothered to think about a relationship let alone the idea of showing affection towards anyone with others around.

This was when Mizuki seemed to speak up again and rested his head on his shoulder. "Ever think my work before was enjoyable?" He said sounding a little annoyed though it wasn't at Mizuki really. It was more at the fact that he didn't know how to react or act even to any of this. Though he didn't push Mizuki away, actually after dealing with Felix all day and trying to avoid anyone else asking about that mark he was spent energy wise.

"Oh stop brooding." Felix finally said before shaking his head a little. "So what are you going to do once others find out?" That was a good question. Though one Thalion apparently had a answer to.

"Hide from a angry mob after they find out I have no intention of producing a heir to keep the royal blood line going." He cringed at the thought of it. They already expected him to go back at some point and take the city back. He wasn't planning on that even.

Mizuki sighed a little as Thalion spoke. It was all in frun really but the sound of irritation was thick in Thalions voice. Was it really that bad to show his affection towards Thalion infront of other people? That made his ears dip back a little at the thought. Was it the fact that Thalion was ashamed to be with him? No that surely could not be the case.

Though as Thalion spoke bis ears dipped more as he listened to the males words. Yes thats right. Thalion was of royal blood. To continue the line he must produce an heir but with Mizuki he couldnt really do that. For some reason that struck a cord within his heart as his eyes clouded over a little to show it.

Standing after that Mizuki sighed a little "Well you should start running then..." Mizuki said lightly "With two already knowing...how long before your little "SECRET" gets out?" He said with a little glare and hiss before he turned and walked the little ways to the bedroom before walking in. Closing the door a little harder then he should of Mizuki huffed as he leaned into it with crossed arms.

It really wasn't bad and most probably wouldn't say much of it or even care. It was more that he didn't know how to take everything happening. As far as emotions went he was hardly that strong. He had been use to just keeping to himself for years. Until Mizuki came along and now he was going to have to figure out things for when it was known by more then just a few.

When Mizuki finally spoke up Thalion knew right away something was on the others mind or he had finally said something that Mizuki didn't like. After the door almost slammed Thalion sighed finally. "He has a point you know." Felix said before standing. "Its not a secret... or .. " He sighed again at the thought of it. "It wasn't meant to be one." Its not like he was ashamed of being with Mizuki he just really had no idea how to handle things.

Though after a little bit more talking Felix left, he had things to do other then tormenting Thalion. After the other left he shook his head before standing and going to the door. Though seeing as Mizuki was leaning against it he only bothered to try to open it once. "Mizuki.. I didn't-" He didn't mean for this to be a secret or to sound like he wanted it to stay that way.

"I know others will find out.. I just need some time." He sighed before moving away from the door. "Heh you make it look so easy." Though he didn't stay by the door much longer as he moved and sat heavily on the couch. He needed to get over this.. whatever mental block he kept having as far as wht to do around Mizuki he needed to stop it. Though something that was easier said then done and something he feared would have to wait with Mizuki going tomorrow for training.

Mizuki had stayed where he was leaned into the door. He didnt bother to move as Thalion tried once to open it but didnt continue and Mizuki was glad for that. He really didnt want to face the male right now. With his ears dipping back Mizuki stood there and listened to the words that Thalion spoke. Time? He needed time...time for what? That right there made Mizuki a little confused but was the next words that added to his confusion. Making what look so easy?

That was a mystery to him as he stood there leaned into the door. His mind was going over everything. From the stories and the past of the male Mizuki knew that he was a shut in compaired to most. The fact that he even got an I love you from the male was a shocker half the time...so why then did this make him upset? Mizuki should of expected that response from the male. Thalion was not one for attention and here Mizuki was trying to give him nothing but that.

Pushing off of the door he turned and stood there for a moment with his hand on the handle. Thinking about his words Mizuki slowly opened the door before taking a few steps out. Leaning on the wall he looked at Thalion for a moment before he spoke "You need time to get used to the fact of some one loving you..." He said "I understand this Thalion..." Mizuki said lightly "But..." This was where he paused.

Mizuki was a little unsure of what he could say next to make the male see things from his point of view but he had to try. "...I..." He sighed a little "I love you Thalion...is it so bad that I want others to know that as well?" He asked with a pained whisper as he hung his head a little and brought his arms up to hug himself as he stared at the floor "If its such a shame...why say you love me in the first place...if you didnt want others to know?" He asked a little.

"Did you plan on hiding this forever?" He asked a little bit as the male stayed silent "Or did you plan on letting this go on until you were done with it..." He said lightly "I mean after all...you do need an heir...right Mi'lord..." He said softly as his ears dipped allway down showing it pained him to think of it.

He didn't figure Mizuki would even bother coming out of the room let alone think on what he had said. That was fine it was his fault for not thinking before he spoke anyway. But he wasn't going to hide this forever, he just he needed to come to terms with everything still. It was hard for him to think that this even happened. For years he was content telling Neimi he didn't need anyone and he was happy being alone. But things were different now.

When the other did come out and started talking he was almost surprised that he seemed calm in a way. He was expecting him to yell or something. But what Mizuki said was true, he did have to get use to that. Really he had to get use to a lot of things. Even as a child love was not something he was use to. Sure he enjoyed moments of his youth but love wasn't something he actually knew until recently. Thats part of the reason he was denying to himself that it was real.

But for now he let Mizuki say what he needed to as he listened. He wanted to say it wasn't bad and he didn't plan to hide it forever but thats when Mizuki mentioned until he was done with it. He looked at the other but Mizuki went on. Is that what this was about? Mizuki seemed to be in pain from the thought of it as the other still just stood there.

After a moment he stood finally and walked over to Mizuki before pulling him close and keeping him there. "Thats what this is about isn't it?" He shook his head a little at the idea of it. "I wasn't going to hide it forever, that was never the plan. I never had any real plans to be honest about it. I was going to just take things as they came but apparently thats a bit harder then I thought it would be." He said glancing away a little. It was to him at least.

"look.. I'm not.." He sighed a bit before going on. "Do I look like a lord to you? I live in a place that barely has two rooms let alone three... I'm not going to toss you aside and try to be king or something silly. I can barely manage my own life let alone anyone else's." He laughed weakly at the idea of it. "I think this proves that better then anything."

After a moment of thinking on what he had said he moved and kissing lightly lightly. "I love you Mizuki.. I rally do and I'm not going to just push you aside because of something that others expect me to be or do. I'm just sorry that I don't show more of how I feel towards you. I'll work on it.. if it'll make you happy I'll even try to show how I feel when we're around others."

That was saying something, not that he could promise that it would go well but he could try. He didn't want Mizuki worrying that he was just leading him on. The first person he trusted enough to let them get this close.. the thought he might lose him due to his own actions was painful.

Mizuki was still staring down at the ground as he heard the movement of Thalion standing. Still with his gaze down he closed his eyes as he felt strong arms grab him and pull him in close. He didnt protest as he stood there in Thalions arms with his head hidden in a dark chest. He was glad for the cover at the moment.

Mizuki stood there as he listened to Thalion speak. He almost laughed at some of it. Yes it was true that he couldnt really see Thalion being a leader but at the same time he could see him being the greatest one. There were some things that just made him stick out more then the rest.

However as Thalion pulled back and moved his head for a kiss Mizukis thoughts all but ended as he continued to speak "I dont ask much of you Thalion..." Mizuki said in a low voice after Thalion spoke about showing how he felt infront of others. "I mean I am happy just knowing that you love me...even hearing those words" He said with a little smile "Though even that happens few and far between" He said with a dip of his head again.

After that he shrugged a little "Besides..." Mizuki began "Its not like I expect you to show them everything..." He said lightly to the male as he closed his eyes with a little defeated sigh "I would be okay with the little looks...the light touches but I dont even get those" He said in an almost whisper with a shrug of his shoulders.

Mizuki knew that he had a point. By little shows of love and affection it would bring the people around them to know of there relationship rather then them having to say what was going on. No...and besides that it worked in Mizukis favor getting the little loves and touches from Thalion that he wanted yet didnt get unless they were alone.

If Mizuki had laughed he wouldn't have blamed him. He laughed at the thought himself every time it was brought up by Damien. Having to remind the older knight that he had no training or knowledge once so ever in how to run things as far as a small group went let alone a city. Th

Though that was when Mizuki said something finally. Maybe he didn't say it enough. Right he was convinced that this was going to require a lot more work. It was worth it though in the long run of things.

"Your right." He finally said thinking over everything Mizuki had mentioned. "I'll work on that then." Something that would be easier said then done surely but he was the type at least if he put his mind to it a task would get done in some way or another. Even if that task took time to get through.

"You'll just have to bare with me till then." He said before kissing the other once more still keeping him close all the same. "Not that we'll have to worry about no one knowing for much longer.. it'll take just Felix saying something to Neimi." He laughed slightly at the thought of it. Oh well it was going to happen sooner or later.

"now.. seeing as you have to deal with your fellow elves tomorrow. I think bed is a good idea." Leaving out the fact that maybe he could ditch Damien in the process of all of this though he doubted it. He wasn't even sure what time that he woke up... every time he tried to get up before the knight he seemed to fail. Also leaving out the part he was waiting for someone to notice who he was and say something about the feud that happened long before he was even born. Let alone he wasn't even the current ruler of the dark elves.

Mizuki kissed Thalion back. He was glad that the male had saw what he was meaning. Even just something small would go a long way in the end. He was going to say something to Thalion but the male spoke and beat him to it saying that it was time for bed. Yes tomorrow was going to be along day and he was not looking forward to it. At that thought his ears dipped back again and his face grew dark but he shook it off.

Nodding his head Mizuki moved regretfully out of Thalions arms and headed for the room. He was glad when Thalion fallowed right behind him. At least Mizuki didnt have to ask for the male to come to bed.

The next morning Mizuki was up and about before Thalion decided to show his face from the room. Mizuki had everything packed and ready to go. Looking to Thalion he gave a smile as he walked over and kissed the male "Good morning" He said lightly "Ready for the day?" He asked with a tilt of his head though neither of them got the moment to say anything as there was a sound from the shop doors before Neimi showed herself.

"Oh yes I almost forgot" Mizuki said with a smile taking a step back from Thalion "Neimi will be coming with us" He said witha smile "She needs to harness that healing magic she has there...in the war to come it will be great to have" He said with a smile on his face though before he could continue there was another sound and Mizuki sighed hanging his head alittle "Oh and there is one more..." He said but Thalion got his answer as Damien stepped inside "Everything gathered and the elven are waiting" He said with a smile before looking to Thalion "Finally I thought you were going to sleep all day Mi'lord" He said with a smile and a nod of his head.

No Mizuki didn't have to ask him to come to bed anymore. He had gotten use to that at the least. It was almost the only time the two got to spend together without anyone bothering them. Anything to get away from whatever troubles that had happened during the day was a welcome really.

Though the next morning came too early for him. Probably over thinking on what he was going to have to deal with where they were heading. Let along the thought of how long the trip might take. The upside or so he thought was he wasn't going to have Damien nagging him that he had responsibility's to uphold. Also with Damien not being around maybe he could hold off on the issue the older elf had with Thalion's power being untrained.

"Morning.." He said half hiding a yawn still apparently being groggy or partly. Good sign he had been worrying over something through the night. After Neimi walked into the room he laughed weakly. "Not really." Going to a area that was on bad terms with his kind, let alone filled to the brim with mages. No he was not looking forward to this.

He listened to Mizuki say Neimi was coming along, that was a good thing. The girl did need to get better with her spells and what better place to take her then where they were going. Though that was when Mizuki mentioned there was another. "... let me guess..." He said before Damien even entered the room.

By the goddess he swore he was going to go on this trip without being bothered. "I thought I said no? If I gave it as a order would you listen?" He said glaring a little. Though it was brought up that Thalion was the last royal heir and that it was a poor idea to send him off somewhere without at least one guard. Thalion sighed an gave up as Mizuki was agreeing with this.

Either way Neimi followed Mizuki as he left. Though she was laughing a little as Thalion was giving Damien the third degree that he had managed living just fine in worse areas and that he didn't need a damned baby sitter. Either way this was the group apparently and there was little to do to change that now.