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Dec 24, 2015

@poisonedfortunecookie‘s gift for @urala!

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“Hmmm,” Reiji hummed his brow creased in concentration as he stared intently ahead.

“Rei-chan?” Otoya hovered beside him making a futile effort to catch the brunette’s attention. Reiji did not hear him.

“Hmmm,” he hummed again his eyes narrow, the crease along his brow deepening. He looked very serious and troubled and Otoya was worried. Add that to the fact Reiji was currently crouched behind a bush and the red head was beyond concerned.

“Rei-chan!” he yelled a little louder waving a hand frantically in front of Reiji’s face.

“Ah! Otoyan!” Reiji yelped finally turning to face the other boy. He looked surprised for only a moment and then he panicked.

“Ssh shh he’ll hear you!” he said urgently grabbing Otoya by the arm he yanked the other down next to him. Wrapping an arm around Otoya’s shoulders Reiji pulled him close in an effort to become as small as possible so they were hidden.

“Rei-chan what are you doing?” Otoya whispered caught up in the apparent urgency of the moment he kept as still and as quiet as he could.

“I’m observing,” Reiji said seriously his gaze already fixed ahead once more.

“Observing? Observing what?” Otoya asked craning his neck his eyes scanning the area quickly wondering what it was that had caught Reiji’s attention.

“I’m observing Toki of course,” Reiji said as if that were obvious.

Otoya’s eyes landed on Tokiya who was innocently sitting a short distance away a script open on his lap. He wore his glasses and a deep frown that suggested he already knew they were there but was trying to ignore them.

Otoya had already seen Tokiya of course but he hadn’t expected his fellow team mate to be the object of Reiji’s scrutiny. Tokiya was simply sitting there working quietly, nothing out of the ordinary. Otoya was suddenly very wary of incurring Tokiya’s wrath. It would probably be best if he pulled Reiji away as soon as possible.

“Umm…Rei-chan why are you watching Tokiya?” he asked carefully his voice still low hoping that Tokiya wouldn’t be able to hear.

“I have to confirm something…” Reiji answered his expression still very serious.

“I can hear you,” Tokiya finally snapped the last of his patience gone. He pinched the bridge of his nose, his glasses pushed up and skewed by his fingers. He was not happy, the voices from the nearby shrubbery were too distracting and annoying.

“Eek quick Otoyan!” Reiji grabbed Otoya’s hand and yanked him up. He took off at full speed dragging Otoya behind him.

Once they were a safe distance away Reiji stopped to catch his breath and finally released his hold on Otoya.

“Ahha Toki got mad,” he laughed with his usual carefree smile now not looking at all concerned.

Otoya couldn’t help but laugh too. Reiji’s smile was infectious and bright and it was hard to stay gloomy around the other for too long. He bent forward his hands on his knees as he struggled to catch his breath and stop laughing.

“Tokiya did seem pretty angry huh?” he chuckled, “but why were you watching him Rei-chan?”

“I was observing Toki. We haven’t seen much of him lately and it doesn’t seem to be sleeping well. I’m worried he might be overworking himself,” Reiji frowned crossing his arms over his chest suddenly serious.

Sensing the change in the mood Otoya quickly straighten up his giggles forgotten.

“Now that you mention it I haven’t seen much of Tokiya since he got that role…” Otoya hummed mirroring Reiji’s thoughtful pose by crossing his arms over his chest.

“Right! And whenever I do see Toki he always has his nose buried in that script it can’t be healthy. Is he eating properly? Is he getting enough sleep? Rei-chan’s worried.”

“Actually yesterday I only saw him eat a salad for lunch. A salad!” Otoya said emphatically sounding almost offended. A salad was not a proper meal.

“Toki is definitely pushing himself too hard. We have to do something,” Reiji said with a firm nod.

“What can we do?”

“Don’t worry Otoyan I have a plan,” Reiji winked.

- -

Stage one of Reiji’s plan was simple. First he needed to get Tokiya to relax. No matter how well the stoic man tried to hide it it was obvious to Reiji that Tokiya was under a lot of stress and pressure, no doubt the majority of it self inflicted.

So the most important thing to do was to help Tokiya relax without it looking like he was trying to interferer. If Tokiya knew Reiji was trying to ‘help’ it would only put him even more on edge. Reiji spent and entire night researching various methods of relaxation, trying to find one that he could easily trick Tokiya into doing.

Eventually he settled on one that seemed relatively easy and even if Tokiya did suspect something he would likely only pass it off as one of Reiji’s eccentricities. It was perfect.

The next day he found Tokiya enjoying a peaceful cup of tea in one of the spacious lounges. The script again was open on his lap and there was a faint crease on his brow as he read.

“Toki have you seen Ringo-chan!” Reiji burst into the room without knocking throwing the door open with his free hand. Toki flinched, tensed, and slowly turned around to face Reiji a scowl on his face.

“Kotobuki-senpai could you at least knock?” he grumbled silently thankful he hadn’t be holding a cup of tea at that moment or else he would have spilt the whole thing over his lap. The script would have been ruined!

“Toki you almost sound like you’re unhappy to see me,” Reiji whined shooting the other man a pitiful look that he hoped would get him off the hook. Tokiya’s silence spoke volumes and his scowl was still in place. Perhaps it was best not to push his luck too far. He only needed to put his plan into action then flee.

“Anyway have you seen Ringo-chan?” he repeated walking around the plush sofa so that he was standing in front of Tokiya.

“No,” the other answered simply his attention back on the script. He did not look up as he spoke. Reiji frowned, what happened from now on would serve Tokiya right for ignoring him.

“Ah I really need to find him,” Reiji sighed shuffling a bit closer. Still Tokiya did not look at him.

“I can’t carry Usa-chan around with me everywhere while I look for Ringo-chan….” Reiji sighed.

“I know Toki you can look after him for me!” He said brightly and before Tokiya could even ask who ‘Usa’ was Reiji had carefully deposited a fluffy white rabbit on Tokiya’s lap, right on top of the script he was reading.

“…Kotobuki-senpai what is this?” Tokiya demanded his tone a somewhat startled and panicked.

“Rei-chan needs to go find Ringo-chan. Rei-chan can’t carry Usa-chan around everywhere. Rei-chan needs help. Please look after Usa-chan.” Reiji said, putting extra emphasis on every ‘Rei-chan’. Honestly when would Tokiya learn to call him by name?

Tokiya tensed sensing Reiji’s irritation. But calling him 'Rei-chan’ was far too familiar. Why couldn’t Reiji just accept that?

Sighing, and knowing that for now he’d lost Tokiya turned his attention to the rabbit who was sitting surprisingly still on his lap. Now what?

“Umm…I need that..” Tokiya said smartly giving the script a gentle tug hoping he could pull it out from beneath the animal. The rabbit did not move it only turned its head slowly towards Tokiya looking up at him with big, accusing eyes that stopped him in his tracks.

Tokiya released his grip on the script his arms falling stiffly at his sides as he looked down at the rabbit. It was still looking at him, its nose wiggling so quickly and urgently Tokiya wondered if something was wrong. Was that normal behaviour for a rabbit?

After a few still moments the rabbit began to move. Lifting its front legs it rested small, soft paws on Tokiya’s chest and pushed itself up on its hind legs to get closer. Tokiya leaned back, tilting his head back as far as it would go but the curious animal only drew closer its nose still twitching.

It was fairly big for a rabbit, it’s body stretched out so that it was as long as Tokiya’s torso. It’s head was now eye level with Tokiya and it moved it’s head about quickly as if it were studying the dark haired man’s face.

“.. Hello…?” Tokiya said uncertainly feeling quite foolish talking to a rabbit. But no one else was here. No one was there to see him.

The rabbit lifted it’s head a little higher, it’s ears twitching at the sound of his voice. It fixed him with a steady stare, still studying him but eventually it seemed satisfied and settled back down. Usa curled up on Tokiya’s lap again making itself comfortable on the crumpled script.

Now that the rabbit was no longer climbing up him Tokiya relaxed a little sitting normally again. He was still rather stiff and a little nervous about the animals presence but he couldn’t move. He was trapped.

And there was still the problem of the script to deal with. Usa was curled up tightly, apparently quite happy on Tokiya’s lap and not planning to move any time soon. The rabbits body covered the script completely there was no way Tokiya could rescue it without disturbing Usa.

“Fine you can keep it,” Tokiya sighed in defeat. Well it was probably time for a break he’d been reading it since he woke up.

Eyeing the tea on the table Tokiya wondered if he could reach it without disturbing Usa but quickly decided against it. He didn’t want to risk tipping any of the tea on the innocent animal or having Usa run off. He only hopped Reiji would find Ringo and return quickly.

Several long minutes passed and still Reiji did not return, and still Usa had not moved. Tokiya was beginning to get anxious. He really needed to get on with work but what was he supposed to do with the rabbit?

“I don’t suppose you’d want to move now?” he said looking down at the animal. Usa lifted his head looking at Tokiya again it’s nose still twitching quickly. Usa stared at him for a moment then lowered his head again.

“I thought not,” Tokiya sighed. He paused for a moment still looking at the animal. He could just pick the rabbit up of course but what if that made it panic? What if he dropped Usa?

Slowly, carefully Tokiya lifted a hand. He move cautiously not wanting to make any sudden movement and startle the animal. Usa remained perfectly calm even as Tokiya moved his hand slowly towards him. Almost as if he sensed Tokiya’s nervousness Usa didn’t even flinch as the young man’s hand finally rested carefully on his back.

The rabbit was clearly used to people and with the hurdle of touching the rabbit overcome Tokiya seemed a little more at ease.

“Ok, that’s good,” Tokiya said softly not entirely sure if he was talking to himself or to Usa. Slowly, gently he began to run his long fingers along Usa’s back stroking in the direction of the soft fur.

Tokiya was surprised at just how soft and warm the rabbit was. Despite the size of the animal it suddenly felt so small under his hand. Tokiya carefully curled his fingers around Usa’s small body still stroking him as slowly and carefully as if he were handling delicate glass.

Usa’s body seemed to be trembling slightly under Tokiya’s hand, shaking ever so slightly in time with the twitching of his nose. For a moment Tokiya worried that he might have frightened Usa but after a few moments of careful observation Tokiya realised that Usa was still perfectly calm.

Soon Tokiya grew braver stroking Usa’s ears as well as his back. Usa was enjoying the attention by now the twitching of his nose had slowed down and seemed almost calm and his eyes were half closed as if he were about to go to sleep.

Tokiya had forgotten about the script lulled into a sense of peace and calm by the warm, soft creature on his lap. The tension had left hid body, his shoulders no longer stiiff and straight. He sat with a far more relaxed stance now and wore a calm smile. For a moment he’d completely forgotten the script and the role he was agonizing over.

“Tokiya where did you get that rabbit?” Otoya appeared suddenly having entered the room soundlessly. At least Tokiya hadn’t heard him at all. Again Tokiya jumped and even Usa seemed unhappy at the interruption. He lifted himself up on his hind legs again looking around quickly then made to hop off Tokiya’s lap. Both boys moved to catch the rabbit but Otoya was the one to catch him just in time.

“Woah! Ah sorry I startled you,” Otoya quickly bundled the rabbit against his chest, holding him firmly until he’d calmed down.

Tokiya looked worried for a moment, his gaze fixed on Usa looking for any sign of injury. Quickly realising how worried he looked, and that there really wasn’t anything to worry about Tokiya hurriedly pulled himself together his face assuming it’s usual neutral expression.

“It’s fine. I was only watching him for Kotobuki-senpai.”

“Rei-chan has a rabbit?” Otoya blinked, looking down at the rabbit with wide questioning eyes. Usa of course had no answers. He looked up at Otoya his nose twitching quickly again and Otoya smiled.

“There there,” he said soothingly stroking the rabbits ears gently in an effort to keep him calm.

“I don’t know where he got it from but I’m busy, please take care of it for me,” Tokiya said briskly his eyes lingering on the rabbit cradled in Otoya’s arms for a moment before he gathered up the scrumpled script and left.

“Huh?” Otoya looked blankly at the sofa Tokiya had just vacated for a moment before his gaze quickly flicked towards the door. But it was too late. Tokiya was gone.

“Don’t just leave. What am I supposed to do?”

“Otoyan why did you do that,” Reiji appeared suddenly looking thoroughly disappointed and leaving Otoya feeling ever more confused.

“Rei-chan?”

“I gave that bunny to Tokiya hoping it would help him relax a bit but you interrupted,” Reiji sounded stern almost as if he was scolding Otoya.

“Sorry.”

“Ah don’t worry about it,” Reiji laughed patting Otoya on the shoulder.

“It’s going to take more than a cute bunny to make Toki relax. But it was a good start,” he grinned proudly.

“Now for the next part of the plan I’m going to need your help Otoyan,” Reiji grinned locking his arm around Otoya’s shoulders he drew him closer.

- - -

The next stage of Reiji’s plan was trying to fix Tokiya’s broken schedule. He knew that the other wasn’t eating meals at regular times and that his sleeping pattern was completely thrown off.

“Otoyan is it almost ready?” Reiji buzzed around the red head trying to look over his shoulder while not getting in the way.

“It is almost done but I’m not sure if I made enough,” Otoya mused looking down at the large pot that was bubbling on the stove. The contents could have easily fed all of Starish and Quartet night but tonight it would only feed Reiji, Otoya and Tokiya.

“I think that’s plenty Otoyan,” Reiji laughed patting the other on the back. Even with Otoya’s large appetite he was sure it would be more than enough.

“Hmmm,” Otoya still looked a little uncertain, wondering if he had enough time to add a little more to the pot to bulk it up.

“Well come on we better serve it up now before Toki runs away.”

“Right!” Otoya responded quickly serious now as he dished out the curry onto three plates. He heaped on generous helpings of rice and topped it off with as much curry from the pot as the plates could hold.

Reiji quickly whipped away one of the plates when Otoya was done leaving the other to carry the other two.

Reiji made straight for their shared room with Otoya trotting along behind him. Both men wore a steely look of determination and the moment Tokiya saw them hurrying towards him up the corridor he knew he was in trouble.

“Toki perfect timing. Come eat with us!” Reiji enthusiastically catching Tokiya’s arm with his free hand before the other could make his escape.

“Kotobuki-senpai I have work to do I can’t…”

“But Tokiya dinner in an important meal and you need to have a balance diet,” Otoya chimed in firmly.

Tokiya glared at him for a moment feeling a little betrayed. Since when had Otoya been in league with Reiji and his foolishness.

“I really need to work,” he tried to plead with them but they were having none of it.

“You can do all the work you want AFTER dinner,” Reiji said firmly his grip on Tokiya’s arm tightening as he turned around and marched him along the corridor.

Reiji lead them to one of the dinning rooms where the plates were carefully set down on the table and Tokiya was firmly pushed into one of the chairs.

“Curry is hardly a balanced meal. And why is there so much of it I can’t eat all that,” Tokiya complained as he glared down at his meal.

“Now now Toki Otoyan made this meal especially for you so don’t be ungrateful,” Reiji scolded and for a moment Otoya looked slightly bashful.

Well that did explain why there was so much of it. The amount of food Otoya could put away was rather frightening but the red head had gone to all the trouble of cooking this for him, even though he had probably been coerced by Reiji, he couldn’t allow his friends efforts to go to waste.

“Very well,” Tokiya sighed picking up his spoon. The sooner he ate and finished his meal the sooner he could leave.

“Good, it’s been too long since we all ate together!” Reiji said brightly as he took his seat next to Otoya.

“It really has been so long. Tokiya you’re so busy lately it must be tough,” Otoya said sympathetically. Tokiya didn’t have the heart to say that he may be a lot less busy if the two of them didn’t interfere so much.

“This new role is quite demanding,” he said simply. Reluctant to complain or share his worries. His worries were his own and he could not burden his friends with them. The fact that he was having so much trouble with this new role only showed that he still had a lot to learn.

“Then do you want me to help you practice? I may not be very experienced but I can at least help you run lines.” Otoya said with such a sincere look of determination Tokiya couldn’t help but smile.

“And don’t forget about Rei-chan. I have a lot more experience in these things so I can help you!”

Tokiya resisted the urge to sigh. While he appreciated the though their help would more than likely be more of a hindrance.

“Kotobuki-senpai this role calls for….seriousness,” he said carefully, “and requires me to act the villain. It’s not the part I’ve played before.”

“Rei-chan can be serious!” Reiji frowned his cheeks puffing out in a childish pout.

“So Tokiya has to play the bad guy. Hmm it’s true Tokiya isn’t really a bad guy.”

“That’s right Tokiya is a really nice person huh,” Reiji agreed with a laugh and Tokiya felt his face flush.

“But if it’s a bad guy you want then maybe you should talk to Myu-chan.” Reiji suggested.

“Camus-senpai?” Tokiya said thoughtfully. He hadn’t considered even talking to his close team mates let alone one of the other members of Quartet Night.

“Yup, Myu-chan has the bad guy act down to a ’T’. He seems like a real jerk most of the time but he does have his soft side. Maybe if you talk to him you can get some tips on how to act like a big meanie.” Reiji grinned and Otoya gave a small nod of agreement.

It was true Camus was quite a formidable person even Tokiya was a little wary of him and from the stories Cecil told them he was not a person to be dealt with lightly.

“I suppose it is worth a try.”

The rest of the meal passed pleasantly the conversation moving on to more general, easy topics. It gave Tokiya a moment to relax and helped him realise that he hadn’t really been eating properly. Another important part of his job was to take care of himself.. Although they really could be quite challenging he was lucky to have such good friends.

- - - -

Tokiya found Camus to be surprisingly accommodating .As soon as he realised Tokiya needed some advise he was more than happy to share his wisdom. The two got along surprisingly well and were able to discuss the difficult role together over a nice, peaceful afternoon tea.

“Do you think Tokiya will be ok now?” Otoya asked as he and Reiji watched the two of them from the doorway. Reiji hummed thoughtfully for a moment then nodded.

“Yeah I think he’ll be ok. I’m glad Camus could help him.”

- - - - -

“Kotobuki-senpai what is this?” Tokiya asked as he held up the brightly wrapped package suspiciously. He’d walked into the room to find it lying on his bed. Waiting. And Reiji was smiling expectantly.

“Well if you open it you’ll find out won’t you,” Reiji said cryptically. Tokiya was not going to get any answers unless he opened it. So he tore at the paper, folding it up neatly as he removed it from the box. Setting the paper to one side he opened the box and pulled out what lay inside.

It was a small, white plush rabbit.

“What is this?” he asked again. Reiji’s grin grew bigger.

“It’s Usa-2. I know you liked petting Usa-chan a lot so I thought this might be a good substitute since we can’t really keep a real pet rabbit here.”

“I think I’m a bit old for these toys don’t you?” Tokiya said a little flustered. So Reiji had been watching with that time with the rabbit? Had it been one of Reiji’s silly plans all along?

“You’re only too old if you think you’re too old. Loosen up a little Toki,” Reiji said gently. His tone was a little softer than normal, still with its usual air of gaiety but with a hint of seriousness Tokiya rarely heard.

“I suppose just one wouldn’t hurt,” he mused softly running his fingers along the fluffy soft toy. It wasn’t as soft and warm as Usa had been but it was cute, and fluffy. He set the plush rabbit own by his pillow then gathered up his things. He’d only come back to the room to pick up something he’d forgotten.

“Thank you for the gift. I’ll see you later,” he said with a polite nod.

“Bye-bye Toki, don’t work too hard.” Reiji called after him.

The small rabbit plushie stayed on Tokiya’s bed from then on, tucked up safely by his pillow, a constant reminder that he had friends there for him always even if they were a little more of hindrance than a help sometimes.

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