The two males had made it back to the albino's home. "So, you're leaving tomorrow... Huh." Free stares at Shu, sadness filling his heart. "Yes... I am, I do wish to know what might happen there."

He could hear the prodigy's chuckles, he knocked on the front door, awaiting a response. The door opens, showing Shu's mother. "Welcome back! How.. how was it?" She asks with worry. Free shrugs, Shu just shakes his head and drags the blonde inside.

-.-

"So... He told you that you'll be staying for a few years?" Free nods, making eye contact with Mrs. Kurenai. "Hopefully, the years will fly by, " Shu wraps his arm around Free's waist, resting his head against his.

"Just be careful, okay?"

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The following day, Shu woke with Free missing from his arms. His bags were gone also, but there was a letter on his nightstand. "Free..."

Dear, my loving partner

I couldn't have asked for anyone other than you, how did I become so lucky...

| Shu read on, smiling to himself |

I'm sure you're wondering where I am, or where I went. Don't worry, I'm not far, nor am I close.

I just want to let you know that no matter how far apart we are, I will always be with you.

At least... I hope I would :)

Sigh... There is so much to write, but so little time. Okay.

My darling, the love of my life...
I'm so... So happy to have met you.
If I hadn't, I wouldn't have known what to do with my life.

I've been so unhappy with myself, my actions... My life. You are my light to my darkness, the savior of my starry night.

And, baby...

I want you to look out your window
Please

Shu's eyes began to tear up, he turns to his window to see Free, smiling as tears fell from his eyes. Shu did his best to hold back the tears dwelling within him.

Free makes a heart with his hand and points towards him. He wipes his eyes and motions him to him.

Shu ran out of his room, outside to see.

Absolutely nothing.

Shu fell to his knees, now letting his tears escape his ruby eyes. It was late, no one was outside... Just him.. And him alone.

Or so he thought

He felt arms wrap around his waist, comforting the male. Golden locks, tear-stained cheeks.

"I love you Shu Kurenai, and nothing will change that."

Do not cry, smile. My leave will only be temporary, not forever, remember that.

-.-

Free and Shu remained in that spot, never letting go. Shu let his tears until he couldn't anymore.

"Free de la Hoya, you shouldn't run off like that, let's go." Free didn't budge. "He's asleep, may I take him inside... please." The man sighs and walks off.

"Come right back, understand?"

-.-

Free laid Shu's body steadily onto the bed. He watches as Shu's chest rise and fall, ever so slowly. Free tilts his head slightly and smiles.

"Don't worry, I'll be back... Okay baby?" Shu opens his puffy eyes, with a weak smile.

"Y-yeah, I'll wait for you." Free kisses the prodigy softly on the forehead, then his lips. Shu slowly closed his eyes, Free wipes a tear from his eyes and stands up.

"Sleep well, goodbye love."

-.-

Free hugged Mrs. Kurenai goodbye and left the home. "Ready to go, Free de la Hoya?" The blonde faced the man and woman in front of him.

"My name is Christina Kuruda and this is Trad Vasquez. It's a pleasure to meet you."

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