03

[iorii]

Siblings
Characters : Kaoru, Retsu
Summary : Kaoru asked Retsu's reason to stay with Sven.

'Say,' Kaoru rested his hand on his chin. 'You don't appear to be--very cooperative with the principal. Is it really your will to work under the principal's command?'

Retsu blinked.

Kaoru was sitting across the table, with books and paper before him. Some paperwork that Retsu granted to him because--obviously--Retsu was way too busy to be doing this kind of thing all by himself.

Retsu moved his hand on top of the paper again. It was not a question that he did not expect.

'It's how much I love Natsu,' he answered.

'I'm sorry...?'

'Listen, Kaoru Hokote. It's either me or Natsu that will have to bow down before Sven Keel. I know Natsu wants to remain as neutral as possible. I want him to have his freedom.'

'But--you brothers are Slayer. I know I might sound silly, but does the principal really have--the ability to chain you down?'

Retsu chuckled. 'Just because he's human, doesn't mean he's not something. I know Natsu can go against Sven Keel all he wants, but I don't event want to think about that.'

'But, Sensei...'

This time there's concern in Kaoru's voice.

'I think Natsu wishes for your freedom and happiness too.'

Retsu's hand stopped moving, but his gaze remained on the paper.

'You think?' he grinned.