Schwarz Mitternacht

After a few weeks Zell, Seifer and Zechs were sent back to the camp, their home for now. The news of what happened to the General spreads like wild fire through the camp, ending up at the Shinra household. Hilde runs to her parent's room, knocking wildly on it.

Hilde: Daddy! Daddy! I know you said to leave you alone, but please! *Sniffs as tears roll down her face, little sobs escaping.*

Rufus: What's wrong? (I really hope this isn't about Zechs again. I don't know if I'm ready to see him.)

Hilde: *Opens the door and runs over to Rufus, knocking him down on his bed.* U-uncle Z-zechs is hurt! M-mommy said he almost died! I d-don't want Uncle Zechs to die! *Sobs into Rufus's jacket.*

Rufus: (I do not want to see Zechs...but I can't stand to see my Törtchen's tears.) Would you like to go and see Zechs today?

Hilde: R-really, Daddy? Y-you mean it? *Looks up, her little blue eyes red from tears.*

Rufus: Yes, let me get ready. Maybe you can make a card in the mean time?

Hilde: Okay, daddy! I'll make the best card there is! *Smiles brightly, giving him one more hug before she runs to the door.* Do you want me to tell Else and Alphonse?

Rufus: I'm sure they'll want to go as well. Go ahead and tell them.

Hilde: Okay, then I'm going to make my card! *Runs out of the room to tell her sister and brother the good news.*

Rufus: (I really don't want to see Zechs...I still hate him. And he has a woman now. He doesn't need me.) *He opens his bedside drawer and pulls out a cigarette to smoke. He lights his cigarette to calm his nerves as he dresses.*

A few minutes later, Rufus's wife walks in thier room. Her nose scrunches up at the scent of the cigarette, walks over to him.

Silke: I've told you I dislike when you smoke where we sleep.. And..I heard you are going to see Zechs?

Rufus: Sorry... *He replies with strain in his voice, still pissed off. He still continues to smoke.* Yes, we're going to see Zechs today.

Silke: It's alright, I know you are stressed.. But he is your oldest friend and the children love him like a real Uncle. *Sits down next to Rufus.* Hilde asked me for egg noodles and paste..

Rufus: Why did she ask for those things? Egg noodles and paste...Hmm?

Silke: I believe she is making Zechs a card, but she wouldn't let anyone help her or even see it. *Chuckles softly.* She has missed him, I've only seen her act like this when it's something for you.

Rufus: I know she's worried about Zechs... *He inhales his cigarette, slowly calming himself.*

Silke: And also you, dear.. Are you feeling alright? You have been working yourself to death the past few weeks.. *Feels Rufus's forehead.* You are warm, maybe we should wait a day. You need to rest.

Rufus: I'm fine. (I'm flushed...Do I still love Zechs? Yes...)

Silke: No, you are not. You passed out during sex last night, you didn't even release which was the whole reason we were doing it.

Rufus: I'm not young anymore, Silke. *He smiles slightly, trying to find an excuse for not releasing.* (I am capable...but women don't get me off anymore...after being with Zechs.)

Silke: But you are too young for having trouble already.. And you know how much our family wants this new baby.. You have only released inside me twice.

Rufus: Damn...Do you have to talk to me about this now? *He inhales his cigarette again, finishing it off in only three puffs.*

Silke: I'm sorry. I've been meaning to talk to you the past few night but you keep having Hilde lay in our bed then you passed out last night before I could. But I will wait, you finish getting ready and I will ready the children.

Rufus: *He nods, not wanting to hear his wife anymore.* (I wonder if...she has a clue about me liking men?)

After twenty minutes, Hilde yells for Rufus from downstairs. The freshly made card in her hands.

Hilde: Daddy! We're ready! We need you!

Rufus comes downstairs, dressed nicely in a white suit with his hair slicked back with pomade. Rufus stares at the floor as he walks down each step, knowing he has dressed nice only for seeing Zechs.

Hilde: Oh! You look nice, daddy! I wore my best dress on too, see? *Spins around, making her dress lift up.*

Alphonse: Hilde! Don't do that, you showed off your underpants! *Blushes, helping Hilde brush down her dress.*

Rufus: Hm? Yes, be careful, Hilde. *He looks up at Hilde from his daydream.*

Hilde: I will, I'm sorry daddy! *Walks to the door, carefully holding the card like a treasured jewel.* Else is already outside.

Alphonse: She took forever on her hair, she's going to go bald with as much as she brushes it! *Laughs at the thought before opening the door for Hilde.*

Arriving at Zechs's house, the door is answered by one of Zechs's female servant. She happily leads them in and up to her master's room.

Yuffie: He's in his room, reading his letters from when he was away! *Opens the door, showing Zechs on his bed with Denzel holding up the letters for him to read.*

You have visitors!

Zechs: *Looks up from the letters, nodding at Denzel to drop the letter.* Let them in.. (Who would come and see me? It..couldn't be him..Could it?

The three Shinra kids come running into the room, shorting out Zechs name as they run to the side of the bed.

Hilde: Uncle Zechs! I've missed you so much! I was so worried! *Carefully crawls up on the bed by Zechs's legs.*

Alphonse: Be careful, Hilde! He's still hurt, don't move to much or touch him! *Stands next to where Hilde is.* Hello Uncle Zechs, I'm glad you came back to us.

Else: Our mom and dad said you got shot. That's gross!

Zechs: Yes, I was shot. *Chuckles softly.* It is gross and painful.. *Shifts a bit in the bed, hiding the pain from moving.* I have missed all of you as well, look at how much you have grown. (They haven't seen him yet, that's good.. ) *Nods at Denzel to leave, knowing he is scared with Rufus in the room.*

Hilde: *Looks over to where Zechs nodded, her eyes go wide in shock at the sight of Denzel. Blushes lightly as she looks down to her card.*

Rufus: *He sighs, wanting to encourage Hilde.* Go ahead and show Zechs your card, Hilde.

Hilde: Else and Alphonse can go first, daddy! *Smiles up at him, hiding her sadness as Denzel leaves.*

Alphonse: Thank you, Hilde! *Moves up near Zechs and hands him the card he made, showing off his penmanship.*

Else: Thank you, Hilde! *She teases slightly and shows Zechs her brightly colored card.*

Zechs: Oh, your handwriting is very good Alphonse. *Smiles at him before he takes Else's and smiled at her as well.* This is beautiful, Else. Very well made. *Sets it aside with Alphonse before he looks down at Hilde and sees her hiding the card behind her back.* Hilde? Do you have something for me?

Hilde: No, I lost it.. *Looks down at the bed, ashamed of her card.*

Rufus: Go ahead...show Uncle Zechs your card.

Zechs: Yes, I would really love to see what you made Hilde.. *Smiles softly at her, patting on the bed next to him.* Come up here and show me.

Hilde: O-okay, Uncle Zechs.. *Carefully crawls up next to Zechs, shyly handing him the card she made.*

Zechs: Thank you, Hilde.. *Opens it and his smile grows at the sight of a picture of him made out of egg noodles.* This is amazing, Hilde. Thank you very much, all of you.

Hilde: You really like it, Uncle Zechs? *Looks down, playing with her dress.*

Zechs: I do, I will treasure them all. *Puts Hilde's with the other two.* And thank you for coming to see me, it gets boring sitting on this bed..

Rufus: *He crosses his arms tightly and looks down at Zechs.* Zechs, can I talk to you for a moment in private?

Zechs: Well, I'm not to move from my bed unless I have to.. But the kids can go to the play room downstairs..

Hilde: Oh! I love that room, can we go daddy? *Crawls off the bed, running over to Rufus.*

Alphonse: I'll watch over her, Father. *Walks over to Hilde, grabbing her hand.*

Else: I want to go and play with the doll house. *She flips her hair and runs off ahead of Alphonse and Hilde.*

Zechs: *Chuckles softly as he watches them leave.* I have missed them..

Rufus: So...where is your fiancé?

Zechs: (He sounds so bitter, he is the one who broke it off..) She is home with my parents, planning the wedding.. But once she gets the letter I know she will be here as fast as she can. She..wanted to meet you, she heard Father talk of you.

Rufus: Tch... (I told him before that I wanted him to be mine alone.) *He scowls at Zechs, his heart burning.*

Zechs: Do not scowl at me, Rufus. I told you about this before, then you left me and wouldn't answer me for weeks. What was I to do? I'm not getting younger and I don't want to be alone all of my life, plus I am in need of an heir.

Rufus: Why do you think I left so willingly? I hate you for wanting...that woman.

Zechs: Because you know I do not feel like everyone else about this war.. And I wanted you, Rufus.. Don't you think it hurt me knowing you would go home to your bed and lay with your wife? I..I actually was going to say no to her..*Looks down at his bed.*

Rufus: Yes, but I never actually had sex with her...Not until I left you. I wish you would have said no. *He grinds his teeth in anger and anxiety.*

Zechs: Why? If I did and did not get harmed, would you have come back to me? If I called you today, would you have answered once you knew it was me?

Rufus: To be honest, I don't know Zechs. You hurt me more than once.

Zechs: And you hurt me, Rufus.. We both made mistakes, but I still love and care for you.. *Tries to move up, having slide down a bit from the stack of pillows behind him. Hissing in pain from moving, his medicine wearing off.*

Rufus: Yeah, sure you do. If you cared and loved me so much, why would you even consider marrying? That was a part of the reason why I left that day. I couldn't take anymore. I won't be in second place to your fiance.

Zechs: I do, I think of your all the time! I didn't leave the bed for days because I knew I lost you. And I wasn't going to marry her, you leaving and not responding made me say yes and I do not regret it even though my heart burns for you still! *Pants heavily with anger and pain.*

Rufus: *He sighs and his eyes soften at Zechs's pain.* Zechs, do you really give a shit about me? If I were to die tomorrow, would you even give a damn?

Zechs: Yes, I would be devastated! You were the last thought to go through my mine when I thought I was going to die, I saw Lucrezia then you.. Laying down next to me, smiling like you would after we finished making love.. Oh fuck! *Groans in pain, grabbing the bell on his bed to ring when he needs his meds.*

Rufus: Where is your medicine? I'll give it to you.

Zechs: In..my bathroom. I..don't know where Tifa put it in there, but it's there. *Bites on his lip as he tries to hide the pain from Rufus.* (I'm not suppose to get worked up.. But god, I miss him so much! Please forgive me, Lucrezia.. I still love him as well.)

Rufus exits the room to find Zechs's medicine. After several minutes, Rufus returns with Zechs's medicine and a glass of water. He locks the door behind him, not wanting the children to come inside while harsh words are being exchanged.

Zechs: I..need it one at a time, I can't use my other arm right now.. *Shakily reaches out his good arm, waiting for his pills.*

Rufus: I'll give them to you. *He sits on the edge of Zechs's bed, carefull not to hurt him.* Open your mouth.

Zechs: You..don't have to.. *Says to Rufus but opens his mouth anyway, needing the pills to take away the pain.*

Rufus: *He places a pill on Zechs's tongue and hands him the glass of water to help him drink.* Do you still have hate for me?

Zechs: *Quickly downs the water, drinking it all before he answers Rufus.* I never hated you, I was upset you would think I would harm Hilde.. But I never hated you..

Rufus: How many pills do you usually take?

Zechs: Two.. I went longer than I should have without them..

Rufus: *He places another pill on Zechs's tongue and helps him drink the water again.* I thought you hated me.

Zechs: *Swallows the second pill, sighing as he waits for them to work.* I could never hate you. You are my Ru'.. I knew you hated me..

Rufus: No, I was hurt. *He stares down at the bed sheets.* I was jealous. I still am. I don't want to be pushed to the side while you have a new life.

Zechs: I'll never push you aside.. When I have children I will have to spend time with them like you do with yours, but I will always love you..

Rufus: You..will and you already have when you even considered getting married. *He turns his head slightly away from Zechs.* I would marry you, if I had the choice.

Zechs: I told you, I wasn't going to! I was going to tell you but you stopped talking to me and whenever I tried I was ignored, I'm sorry I thought I would never have you again and didn't want to die alone! Just leave if your going to yell at me for something I can't change. *His breathing increases as he gets further worked up.*

Rufus: I want to yell at you, but I can't. You're killing me, Zechs. I love you, but I don't want to watch you get married. You're killing me...

Zechs: And you may be killing me if I don't get my heart rate down.. *Chuckles sadly, closing his eyes.* You..don' have to come..I can find another best man.. Though a flower girl will be harder.. *Smirks slightly, trying to joke.*

Rufus: Do you think this is a joke? I would have killed myself if you would have died. At least that way, you would be dead and in heaven with me, not married to a damn woman.

Zechs: No, I don't.. I was..*Sighs.* I always wanted you to be my best man.. And when Hilde was born to be my flower girl.. *Rubs his forehead.* I would send you right back here, are you even listening to yourself? You would leave your children? Hilde here without her hero?

Rufus: I will do anything...to keep you from marrying your fiancé. You know me, I'll keep my word.

Zechs: You..would ruin this for me? Are you that selfish, Rufus? You can have a wife and a family and all I can have is you when you're able to come over? I have to die alone and with no child of my own? Do you hate me that much? You haven't even met her!

Rufus: No, you idiot, I love you that much! Maybe I'm selfish, but even you said yourself that you still love me. I can't stand you being with another woman, and you already knew I was married, and that I was unhappy in my marriage.

Zechs: Yes, I told you when you were raping me the first time. And I do love you, but..I love her as well. I love you both the same for different reason and the same..She is head strong like you, challenges me like you. You will have to get used to it like how I am with you and your wife, I know you are trying for another child. Even if you stopped talking to me your wife didn't, she came over when my Mother was in town.

Rufus: It doesn't mean that I'm happy. And...the fact that you want me to be your best man at your wedding is a slap in the face, you're showing me what I will no longer have. This...girl is going to take you away from me, I won't share you.

Zechs: You should be with the tips my Mother gave her.. *Shudders.* And it's fine, my Father can be or Zell.. I do owe him my life.. And I told you she won't, she will never step foot into the camp and she wouldn't mind me staying night at your house or you staying here! If you truly want to be with me we can make it work, I am not giving this change up! It will never happen again.. Just..go if you want, you can try to ruin my wedding all you want but it will not make me turn to you.

Rufus: You're making me hate you, Zechs. Right now, I feel like jumping off of a cliff because I know with your fiancé around, you'll never want to be with me again. *His voice becomes quiet, as he takes a long breath to calm himself.* God damn it...

Zechs: Ugh! You make me want to punch you, Rufus! I will always want you, I want you right now so bad if I could move I would throw you down on the bed! *Punches his bed.* If..you kill yourself, then I will truely hate you and be disgusted.. You have three children that need you and maybe a fourth.

Rufus: *He looks at Rufus, somewhat shocked at his words.* You would...love me right now? *His anger melts away from his face slightly.*

Zechs: If I could, yes. I still love you, I know it is strange but men have loved more than one person before.. *Tries to move his pillows, wanting to lean down.*

Rufus: I can still move. Even though I still hate the idea of you having a wife, I'll do something for you. I need it too.

Zechs: It will get better and I am going to tell her about us, I wanted when she came but it still hurt to talk about.. *Stops trying to move the pillow and looks to Rufus.* You sure? I..don't know what I can do for you, I only have one hand at the moment..

Rufus: What will she do? Would she report us? *He sighs as he lays down next to Zechs on the side of his good arm. He begins to remove his suit, not wanting it to become soiled.*

Zechs: No, I don't think she will.. *Laughs softly, his eyes watching Rufus as he removes his clothes.* She actually dislikes what out party is doing; she thinks these camps shouldn't even exist.

Rufus: What...a strange woman. *He folds his suit and places it on the floor, near the bed. He lays on his side, only wearing his underwear and rests his right leg on top of Zechs's legs.* I don't want to talk about her anymore. I want to talk about us.

Zechs: She is, Father hates her. *Smirks, brushing Rufus's hair from his face.* Alright, we won't.. I have missed your touch and your scent..

Rufus: I've missed this too. *He sighs sadly, thinking this may be the last time he can freely make love with Zechs.* I...want to kiss you so bad. (I'm still afraid to, I don't want a taste just to lose him later.)

Zechs: Do it, please.. I promise you with my life, I will always be here for you.. I will always make time for you and never stop loving you.. *Motions for Rufus to move closer, licking his lips at the thought of tasting him again.*

Rufus: You better keep that promise... *He leans in to kiss Zechs passionately, missing how his man's lips taste.*

Zechs: Mmm.. Always, my love..*Moans softly into the kiss, reaching out his one good arm to wrap around Rufus. Begins to lovingly rub his back.*

Rufus: I do love you...but I hate you so damn much right now. *He kisses Zechs fiercely as he rubs Zechs's chest.*

Zechs: Mmm.. I think I like it when you hate me, my Ru'.. *Smirks onto the kiss, letting Rufus take control. Moans into the kiss, arching his chest into Rufus's hand.*

Rufus: Don't work yourself too much. *He rubs Zechs's chest and finds his nipples and plays with them.*

Zechs: It's..hard when you make me feel so good, but I'll try not to. Mmm, you know just what turns me on.. *Groans in pleasure, his manhood begins to fill with blood.*

Rufus: Let me pleasure you this time. *He pulls the covers off of Zechs's body and rubs Zechs's erection through his sleep wear.*

Zechs: Mmm! Yes, my Ru'.. I am at your mercy.. *Moans as his growing cock is touched, grabs onto Rufus as he stops himself from thrusting into his hand.*

Rufus: Let me work you... *He pulls down Zechs's cotton pants and slowly strokes Zechs into a full erection.*

Zechs: I..am, oh..I've missed your touch so much! *Groans in pleasure, panting lightly as he closes his eyes in pleasure.* I love you, I love you so much..

Rufus: I love you, and I've missed you. You're still my man. *He gives Zechs a few more strong strokes before he leans forward. He begins to suck on Zechs's cock.*

Zechs: Ahhh...Oh god, Rufus.. Are you trying to kill me? *Moves his hand to hold onto Rufus's head, keeping him down there.* (I never thought I would feel this again..)

Rufus: Oh, I've missed how you taste. *He massages Zechs's thighs as he pleasures Zechs with his mouth.*

Zechs: Ohhh..! I..love your mouth, so..Mmm! *Moans softly, biting his lower lip to muffle his moans.* I'm already close..

Rufus: Don't release so fast...I still have more I want to do for you. *He licks Zechs's cock like a sweet treat*

Zechs: I'm..trying not to, but..these pills make me feel so good.. Plus your hot mouth, I..Uhhh! *Cries out as his cock starts to throb, signaling his release is near.*

Rufus: Do you think you could do more if you released? *He lovingly strokes Zechs and watches in arousal as Zechs's cock jumps in his hands.*

Zechs: I..I don't know, but I can't stop it.. Ohhh.. *Lets out a deep groan as he releases onto Rufus's face.*

Rufus: Ohh...you released faster than I thought. *He licks Zechs's release from his lips and gently sucks Zechs's now flaccid cock.*

Zechs: I..haven't released in a long time..Uh, and I'm..high right now.. *Pants heavily as Rufus keeps licking his cock, groaning as he feels himself slowly starting to harden.*

Rufus: I'll make you feel higher soon. *He nuzzles and kisses Zechs's cock, wanting it to become rock hard.*

Zechs: I know you will, but I oh god..I don't know how much more I can do.. *Moans softly as he slowly begins to harden again.*

Rufus: I think I can make you get hard again. *He kneels over Zechs while removing his own underwear.*

Zechs: Mmm... I know you can, you always do. *Looks with lust at Rufus, missing how he looks.* I love your cock..

Rufus: Yes...you haven't seen him in quite a long time. *He begins to rub his bare cock against Zechs's stomach.*

Zechs: Mm..It's so long, it fits you perfectly.. Show me the head of it, please my Ru'.. *Licks his lips, his stomach tenses at the feel of Rufus's warm cock on him.*

Rufus: Do you want a show? *He lifts his heavy cock off of Zechs's stomach and pulls back the rest of his foreskin to show Zechs his cock.*

Zechs: Yes, I want to see all of it. Mmm, it's amazing.. *His own cock grows fully hard, the head peeking out of his foreskin.*

Rufus: I want to do something for you that won't hurt your arm. Let me do the work. *He leans back slightly, allowing Zechs's cock to brush against his ass hole.*

Zechs: Ahhh..Oh yes, please.. Do not tease me, my love.. *Graps on tightly to the bed, his breathing heavy.*

Rufus: I'll help you release again. *He turns to face away from Zechs and braces himself on his knees as he lowers himself onto Zechs's cock.*

Zechs: Ohhhh, yes.. God, I've missed how you feel.. *Moves his hand to grab onto Rufus's hip, moaning as he goes deeper into his lover.*

Rufus: Mm, mhmm... You...can please me and not hurt yourself. *He uses the strength in his legs to bounce on Zechs's cock.*

Zechs: I..love it when you fuck yourself on me, my Ru'! Oh, I love you.. *Moves his good hand from the bed and moves it up and down Rufus's back, loving the feel of his muscles.*

Rufus: I thought you would like that...You have a dirty mind like me... Ohh...You're so good. *He moans and shudders as Zechs's cock rubs against his prostate.*

Zechs: I love having a dirty mind, almost as much as I love you. You're so beautiful like this, please move faster.. I want to thrust but I can't. *Moans as he feels Rufus bounce on him, digging his nails into Rufus's back.*

Rufus: Do you love ordering me around too? *He rolls his hips and clenches his ass hole around the base of Zechs's cock. He leans forward, almost laying flat against Zechs's legs, allowing for deeper penetration, and giving Zechs a lovely view of his tight, puckered ass hole.*

Zechs: Oh god, you're going to make me release doing that.. Damn, your ass is looks so sexy wrapped around my cock. *Moans loudly in pleasure at the sight and feel of Rufus.*

Rufus: Do you love watching my ass work on you? *He places one of his hands on his tight ass to show more of himself off to Zechs, wanting to spread his ass apart.* I love doing this to you...Oh...god damn. Ahh, yes! *He begins to ride Zechs hard, feeling a sudden spark of passion.*

Zechs: I do, I wish I could watch it all the time. God, it's so hot! *Groans in pleasure, throbbing against Rufus's prostate.* Make me release, Ru.. Make me fill your ass with my seed!

Rufus: I'll make you beg for me, Zechs. *He moans softly and begins to play with his own nipples as he rides Zechs's cock.* Ohh... *He moans once again as precum spills from his cock.*

Zechs: Please, my Ru'. I want to feel your release so I can fill you with my own lust. *Watches Rufus with lust, begins to lightly thrust up the pills taking away any pain.* I feel you clenching so tightly!

Rufus: *He breathes deeply, unable to let words escape. He moans and releases his sweet seed in between Zechs's legs and over the bed.* Ooh, shit Zechs...

Zechs: Mmmmmm! *Moans loudly as he releases hard into Rufus's hot channel, filling him with his seed.* Oh god...I love you, so much..

Rufus: Zechs...*He carefully lays back, making sure he stays on Zechs's uninjured side.* Will you always love me?

Zechs: *Pants heavily, wrapping his one good arm around Rufus to hold him close.* Always and forever, my Ru'..Never forget that my love..

Rufus: I'm going to try and be a good man...and forgive you. I do love you.

Zechs: I love you too and thank you, we need to just forget this happened.. *Kisses Rufus's shoulder lovingly.* I hope your kids didn't hear us, I can not control myself when I am drugged like this..

Rufus: You know...Hilde had a dream with you and I in it...

Zechs: She did? What were we doing in it? *Smiles softly.* I have missed her, along with your other children..

Rufus: She said we all were at the beach...and that the two of us seemed happier together.

Zechs: Really now? I wonder how she knew, I thought we hid it well.. *His smile grows at the thought.* She has an amazing mind, like her Father.

Rufus: I don't know...and I'm trying to think if something that would tip her off that would register in her mind...

Zechs: We are friends, she noticed how happy you when you are with me.

Rufus: It didn't seem like she saw us as friends in the dream. She said you were embracing me...

Zechs: Oh.. She is smart and she has been with us alot, maybe she noticed then.. But it's alright.

Rufus: I don't mind...We can't hide this forever. Some people are bound to find out about us.

Zechs: I don't either.. As long as I have you, that's all that matters. *Sighs happily, holding Rufus tightly with his one arm.* When do you have to return to your home?

Rufus: As long as the children are back before dinner time...You don't want me to go home, do you?

Zechs: Not really, but I understand you have to. I know I will see you again, I hope I will heal quickly so I can get back to work before I will have to leave for a bit.

Rufus: Yes, and we can have our liaisons away from our homes...

Zechs: Yes, we'll find a way.. But do not worry about me, my servants have been taking good care of me and actually one of your soldiers has came by a few times to check on me.

Rufus: I've been thinking...What if we rented a hotel room just for one night? And...we could do whatever we wanted.

Zechs: That sounds wonderful, I want to feel you in me there.. I want to taste you again, lick where my soft cock is now. *Smirks, lightly thrusts up.*

Rufus: You're teasing me, Zechs...So I'll tease you in return. When we're alone in our hotel room, I'll make sure you'll have my body in every way possible. And...I'll bring some strawberries to taste your body with.

Zechs: Oh god, you are evil. *Laughs softly, rubbing Rufus's chest.* But that is what I love about you. *Kisses Rufus's cheek.* I think I hear your children..

Rufus: I'll get dressed. It sounds like they're playing nicely...

Zechs: I'm not worried, children will be children. *Shudders as he feel Rufus get off him.* Good thing about not being able to leave the bed, I don't have to get dressed..

Rufus: I'll still stay with in here with you. I want to have my clothes on incase my children ask for me. *He grabs his underwear off of the bed and begins to dress himself.*

Zechs: Alright, are you thirsty or hungry? The girls can get you whatever you want..

Rufus: No...*He slides his pants on and his dress shirt. He places his jacket on a chair in Zechs's bedroom to be more comfortable.* I only have an appetite for you...

Zechs: I don't think I am up to another round, I may not be able to feel anything from the pills but I will feel this after.. Can we just lay here?

Rufus: It doesn't have to be sex. *He lays back down on the bed with Zechs and kisses his arm. He gently pulls Zechs's cotton pants back up to cover him.*

Zechs: I have a record we could listen to.. Or I can just listen to your voice that is music to my ears. *Shivers at the kisses.*

Rufus: I think...we should talk. You know...that I do love you. *He rests his head against Zechs's shoulder.*

Zechs: And I do love you too, I know it hurts you but I do love both of you equally.. I'm not complete without both.. I would die if I lost you..

Rufus: *He kisses Zechs's neck.* I know...I have missed you.

Zechs: And I've missed you, I fell asleep thinking of you every night.. I love you so much..*Moans softly at the kiss, tightens his arm around Rufus to hold him close.*

Rufus: *He gives Zechs one kiss on his cheek.* I think...I hear one of my children going down the stairs.

Zechs: They should be fine, my servants will be doing their chores and not bother them. They learned that when my Father came.. *Closes his eyes as he relaxes.*

Rufus: I believe they'll be fine. *He smiles as he hears Hilde's little voice, telling everyone that she's going outside.*

Zechs: She has the voice of an angel.. I can't imagine the joy and pride you must feel for her..

After an hour of playing with Else and being forced to be the baby everytime. Hilde walks outside to play and smiles big at the sight of her Prince chopping word in the back yard, looks around to make sure no one is there before she runs over to him at full speed.

Hilde: Denzel! My Prince, I've missed you so much! *Runs into Denzel and hugs him tightly.*

Denzel's eyes light up as Hilde hugs him. He looks around reluctantly, afraid her father may be near by before hugging her back.

Hilde: I'm so sorry, Daddy hurt you! I don't know why everyone's so mean, but I missed you so much! *Buries her head into Denzel's small chest, hugging him tighter.* I'm still going to marry you!

Denzel smiles and plays with Hilde's hair, noticing her hair has grown since he last saw her.

Hilde: I like when you smile, my Prince! *Giggles softly, smiling as Denzel plays with her hair.* It's been growing, Mommy said I'm going to be a pretty princess again!

Denzel nods and hugs Hilde again. He shows Hilde that he has missed her as well.

Hilde: I sneaked out, Else was being mean and not playing fair! *Pouts slightly.* But I'd rather play with you, want to play Prince and Princess again?

Denzel happily shakes his head and walks with Hilde towards the back of Zechs's property so they won't be seen playing. While walking, Denzel picks a few wild blackberries and gives a few to Hilde.

Hilde: Ohh! I love blackberries! *Giggles as she pops them in her mouth one by one, happily chewing them. A few drops of juice leak down her chin.*

Denzel picks off an entire blackberry vine and picks off more berries for Hilde, smiling at her.

Hilde: *Blushes as she's given berries, happily eats them.* Thank you, my prince! You give me such wonderful things!

Denzel blushes as well, loving Hilde's happiness. He gives Hilde another handfull of blackberries.

Hilde: You're going to make me fat with all these berries, I'm not going to be able to eat dinner! *Giggles as she happily eats them before offering one to Denzel.* Are you happy Uncle Zechs is home? I am!

Denzel bites into the blackberry, causing his lips to turn a dark purple. He nods and rests his hand on Hilde's shoulder.

Hilde: *Nuzzles at Denzel's hand, smiling at him before she gives his a quick peck on the cheek.* Such a handsome prince I have! *Giggles as runs ahead.*

Denzel runs after Hilde, wanting to keep up with her and to keep her out of trouble.

Hilde: *Stops at the large tree in the back yard, fakes cries of horror.* Oh it's a monster! Save me from it, Prince Denzel!

Denzel playfully runs towards Hilde and scoops her up in his arms to save her from the old, dying, creature-like tree. Denzel spins Hilde around in his arms until both of them become dizzy.

Hilde: Hehehe! You're going to make me sick, Prince Denzel. *Holds on tightly to Denzel as they spin and end up falling with her on top.* You saved me!

Denzel smiles at Hilde's words. He lets out several soundless giggles, possibly the only true happiness he has had since he was sent to the concentration camp.

Hilde: I love when you smile, it makes me so happy! *Holds on tighter to Denzel, giggling as she gives Denzel a kiss on the lips.* You're always going to be my prince!

Denzel beams in happiness, and tells Hilde in the only way he knows how, in sign language, that Hilde is beautiful.

Hilde: R-really? You think so? *Blushes as she shyly looks down, playing with her dress.* I don't look like Mommy or Else and they're beautiful..

Denzel stares in shock at Hilde, surprised that she understood his signs. He then nods to Hilde, telling her that she's beautiful.

Hilde: Uncle Zechs taught me a few of them before Daddy stopped letting us see him... I..thank you, my prince. *Smiles softly as she thinks for a moment and signs "I love you" to Denzel, a red blush covers her cheeks.*

Denzel helps Hilde to her feet before hugging her tightly. He spots a pink clover bloom and picks it for Hilde. He places the clover flower in Hilde's hair.

Hilde: *Giggles softly, smiles brightly at Denzel as she touches the flower in her hair, hugs him back.* Let dance, Denzel!

Denzel begins to move his shoulders, dancing underneath a weeping willow tree. He swings his arms apart and begins to spin. Denzel grabs Hilde by the shoulders to dance.

Hilde: You dance wonderfully, Prince Denzel! *Takes Denzel's hands and dances with him, giggling as he spins her around.*

Denzel quickly places Hilde on the ground when he hears the front door swing open. He sees Hilde's sister, Else walking towards them, her face red with anger. Denzel steps back towards the tree, knowing he is about to be yelled at.

Hilde: (No, everything was perfect! Why does Else have to ruin everything.) Stop, Else! He wasn't doing anything!

Else: Stay away from my little sister, you Jude! *She raises her hand and slaps Denzel across the face. Her hand leaves a hot red mark on Denzel's cheek.*

Denzel holds his cheek and turns away from Else. He holds back his tears and anger from being hit and wanting to hit back, but he was taught to never hurt a lady.

Hilde: *Becomes angry, glares at Else.* That was mean, Elsebeth! He did nothing wrong, you should never hit anyone! It's unlady like!

Alphonse comes out when he hears the yelling and runs over.

Alphonse: What's going on here?

Denzel cowers behind the tree, thinking that Hilde's brother may hit him, but he knows that if Hilde's brother laid a hand on him, the rules of not fighting back don't apply. Denzel braces himself against the tree.

Hilde: Else came out and slapped Denzel and he was doing nothing wrong! He was playing with me because you were playing with those cards and Else wasn't being fair!

Else: You know dad said to not play with the retarded Jude. You're not listening to him!

Hilde: He's not retarded, his voice just doesn't work! But he can sign and Daddy won't know, he's up with Uncle Zechs. *Stomps her foot.* And you never listen to Daddy, he told you not to be around that Clift boy but I saw you kissing him!

Alphonse: What Father doesn't know won't hurt him.. Father knows she is too young to understand why he doesn't want her to be around him. *Looks over at the boy.* (He's scared, but I can tell he wants to stand up for Hilde..)

Denzel nods from behind the tree and slowly shows himself, convinced Hilde's brother will not hurt him. Denzel becomes slightly angry and signs "So what if I'm a Jude?". Denzel crosses his arms.

Else: What is your retarded Jude boyfriend doing, Hilde? He even acts retarded.

Hilde: He's not retarded! And he's signing, it's how he talks! Even Uncle Zechs knows it and he's teaching me. I don't care if he's a Jude or anything! He's nice and smart. Now stop being so mean or I'm going to tell Daddy and Uncle Zechs that you slapped him and Uncle Zechs will be mad!

Alphonse: Stop it, both of you! We're going to be leaving soon anyway so just forget it happened, now lets go inside and wait for Father. *Looks at both of his sisters, showing he's taking charge.*

Denzel rubs his forehead in frustration, hating himself for being a "Jude". He wipes away a few tears, tired of being called "retarded" by Hilde's sister.

Hilde: Don't be upset, Denzel. Else's just a big meanie and I don't mind you're a 'Jude'.. I don't even know what that is but all that matters is your nice and sweet and have a good heart! Lets go in, Uncle Zechs will be happy to see you. *Heads for the house.*

Denzel sighs and walks away with Hilde, kicking the dirt in anger as he walks. He lets a few more tears fall before he wipes them away to be strong for Hilde.

Hilde: I'm sorry, Denzel.. I don't know why Else is so mean! I still love you, no matter what they think. Will..you still marry me? *Whispers to Denzel as they walk, reaches up to wipe away the last tear.*

Denzel smiles and accepts Hilde's proposal. Denzel sighs sadly and stops at the door of Zechs's house, wanting to talk to Hilde.

Hilde: I found a hiding place under the stairs last time I was here, want to go there? *Opens the door and sneaks inside.*

Denzel nods and allows Hilde to lead the way to the hiding place.

Hilde: It's right over here. *Walks to the stairs and pushes on the panel, making it open so she can go inside.* Come on, there's room if we sit really close.

Denzel agrees and sits in the hiding place with Hilde. He smiles as he feels comfortable hiding in the stairs, reminding him of how he would hide at his parents' house.

Hilde: It's nice under here and being with you makes it even better! *Smiles at Denzel, giving him a peck on the cheek again.*

Denzel blushes at Hilde's kiss. He holds Hilde's hands and swings them gently.

Hilde: I think Daddy will let us come over again, this could be our hiding place whenever I come! A place where we won't be bothered. *Smiles at Denzel, swings her hands with him.*

Denzel agrees, he shows Hilde that he wants to tell her something. He begins to spell out each sign language letter, knowing Hilde is still learning the art. Denzel begins to tell Hilde that he hopes she doesn't listen to her sister, and that he is not retarded.

Hilde: I know you're not, Else is just mean! She says I'm..u-ugly and dumb too.. And that Daddy is going to send me to the smelly ovens! *Shakes lightly as she remembers them.* I never listen to her, I..know for some reason Daddy doesn't like you but I don't know why..

Denzel tries his best to have an explanation to Hilde, telling her what his father told him. Denzel tells Hilde that her father believes that people of the Jewish race are criminals, Christ-killers, and are inferior to Germans. Denzel sighs to gather himself and to keep himself from getting too emotional, wondering where his father is, or even if he is still alive.

Hilde: But..you're not criminals, you're my prince! I..don't understand why Daddy thinks that, he's..he's smart! He should know better, why..*Sniffs, looking down.* I..don't understand..

Denzel shakes his head, not able to give an answer to Hilde. He pats Hilde on the shoulder, wanting to comfort her.

Hilde: My Daddy is my hero.. I..*Quickly hugs Denzel tightly,* I'm sorry, Denzel! I'm sorry!

Denzel rubs Hilde's back, knowing that she truly loves her dad. He shows her that she'll be alright. Denzel tells Hilde that he doesn't know where his dad is, and that he wishes that he could see him.

Hilde: You don't know where your Daddy is? *Tears up, not able to imagine losing her own.* I'll help you find him, I want to meet your daddy! Uncle Zechs will help if we ask him!

Denzel shakes his head, not knowing where his dad could be. Denzel asks Hilde if she has ever wondered why he doesn't have a voice. He smiles slightly, happy that Hilde is still willing to talk to him.

Hilde: Yes, but Daddy always said it is rude to be nosey. If they want you to know, they will tell you!

Denzel begins to tell Hilde how he became mute. He tells Hilde that when he was young that he was curious and accidently drank bleach, damaging his vocal cords and causing his loss of the ability to speak.

Hilde: Oh..I'm so sorry, Denzel! *Hugs him tightly.* You're still my prince, I don't care if I'll never hear your voice, we can still talk. *Signs to him that she was very sick when she was born and was almost sent back up the angels.*

Denzel smiles and tells Hilde that she must have gone to the angels, because he thinks she looks like an angel. He places his hands quickly behind his back and blushes a deep red.

Hilde: *Blushes hard as well, plays with her dress.* I..thank you, Denzel.. And you look like a prince, I can't wait to be your Princess when we're older!

Denzel tells Hilde that he'll find and buy the prettiest princess dress for their wedding.

Hilde: Yes and you'll have the best suit, white with gold trimming like Princes have! *Hears movement.* I better go, it sounds like Daddy is coming! I'll try and come later in the week!

Denzel nods and helps Hilde come out of the hiding place. He waves at Hilde and remains hidden until he hears Hilde's father leaves.

Hilde: Hi daddy! *Runs over to Rufus, hugging his legs.*

Rufus: Did you enjoy your visit? I heard you go outside. And your lips are stained, Törtchen. Were you stealing Zechs's blackberries today?

Hilde: I did, I want to come again! I like seeing Uncle Zechs! *Giggles as she lifts her arms up for Rufus to pick her up.* I wasn't stealing them, I was...testing to see if they tasted good!

Rufus: It looks like you ate more than what was needed to test the taste. *He smiles at Hilde and picks her up.* I love blackberries too, I don't blame you.

Hilde: They were very good! Uncle Zechs should have them picked soon! *Smiles and hugs Rufus as they walk.* I must get the love of them from you then, daddy! Are we going home?

Rufus: We're going home, and hopefully your mother will have dinner ready for everyone.

Hilde: I hope so, I'm hungry! *Yawns softly, nuzzles into Rufus's neck.* Did you have a nice talk with Uncle Zechs?

Rufus: We are friends now again. Zechs missed you, Alphonse, and Else. He wants us to come over more often at least while he's still on bed rest.

Hilde: I'm glad! I don't like when you and Uncle Zechs fight. Can we come back in a few days? I can make Uncle Zechs something else! (And I can make Denzel something, but I'll have to hide it!)

Rufus: Sure. Oh...and Zechs showed me the card you made for him. You asked your mom for egg noodles so you could make Zechs's hair. *He chuckles at Hilde's sense of creativity.*

Hilde: Yeah...But it wasn't as pretty as Else's and Alphonse's card. But Uncle Zechs liked it! Maybe I'll draw him a picture, I can of his house! *Smiles as she thinks of what to draw.*

Rufus: It's the thought that counts, Törtchen. *He carries Hilde outside to meet with his other children.*

Hilde: I want him to have it to hang in his office, like you do daddy! (Maybe I'll make a drawing for Denzel too!) *Rests her head on Rufus's shoulder, a small smile on her face.*

Alphonse: Father! Are we going home? *Runs over to Rufus.*

Rufus: We're going home...

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