Strenght 9 : The Gentle Strength
Hmm.. not sure how this cahpter developed. Please do review.
--------The Gentle Strength --
Ban knew nothing but pain. His world narrowed to a war of energy. The only time it stopped was when he slipped into unconsciousness. As much as it relieved him, he hated it, he felt he had failed and the war continued.
In the sea of pain that drowned all thought, that pierced each cell, and blocked even the memory of the sun, there was a thread that Ban clung to. A single point of peace that staved off the madness of pain, that held him back from the endless vortex. Lost in pain he could not name it, but in the crashing forces of red and blue, was a string of gold. Just on string that wrapped around him, it could not stop the pain, but it held him to earth. The gold string seemed thin and small amidst the forces that crashed around it, but it was strong, it was solid, and it was absolutely unbreakable.
He did not know why, but Ban Midou gained comfort from the string. With each battle he learned more. Every time he went under, he understood the sea of pain better. Slowly he began to force the warring colors together. Instead of allowing the forces to battle, he forced them both inside him. It was excruciating. In his blood, the forces boiled, but he refused to allow them to overflow, with no where else to go, the forces slow started to merge.
Ginji though he was seeing things. After 2 more nights of the pattern repeating itself, he saw a flash of purple. Then another and another. It took time, but Ban did not lose consciousness this time, instead the battle continued for hours and hours. Slowly the blue and red gave way to a rich purple, that formed pockets of peace in the vortex. Ginji watched in wonder, finally he was hopeful that the ordeal may be ending. He sat unmoving for hours, cheering on the purple.
Finally an amethyst glow that rivaled the dawns early light surrounded the Jagan user. Ginji's breathe caught. Ban was beautiful, there was no other word for it. Ban was hovering 2 feet in the air, his eyes were closed, but Ban had won. He was shining, his skin was glowed amethyst, his limbs relaxed and a slight smile ghosted across his full lips. His dark hair curled around his strong face, caressing his cheeks and long neck. (Ginji's fingers itched) Aesculapius was visible, the snake was undulating gracefully around Ban. Without its usually battle ferocity it wrapped gently around him, its great head almost nuzzling Ban's cheek. The tongue gently moved around Ban's face, adorning the Jagan user's face with flickering kisses as if to praise and reward him for his victory. (Ginji was not quite sure how he felt about that)
Aesculapius's great head came to rest on Ban's neck, and the Jagan user slowly sank down, as the snake merged back into its host.
Ginji stepped forward and pulled Ban into his arms as the magical forces finally dissipated from the area. Ban's head rested on Ginji's shoulder, he was in a deep peaceful sleep and Ginji cradled his partner close. He was so relieved it was over. But he did not dare relax until Ban was awake and they were back at their apartment or the honky tonk. He shifted Ban to lie across his shoulder, and made his way back home. Ban usually piggy-backed him, it felt strange for their positions to be reversed. Ginji thought it felt nice, and he wished Ban would jump on him sometime. He winched as soon as the thought crossed his mind as he KNEW what Ban's reaction to such a suggestion would be.
Somehow Ginji was not surprised to see Kazuki and Shido waiting for him outside the apartment building. He smiled brightly at them in greeting. “Shido, Kazu-chan isn't this a great day?”
“Well Ginji from your greeting I know we have nothing to worry about.” Shido said smiling at his friend, since the Snake bastard was asleep he didn't bother hiding the concern in his eyes.
“How is Ban, Ginji-san?” Kazuki asked, he reached out to feel the pulse on Ban's wrist.
“He is good. I am not really sure what happened, but Ban-chan won.” Ginji beamed. “Can you please get us some food, and bring it to the apartment, Ban-chan hasn't eaten in five days.”
Shido nodded, “I'll go and get enough for both of you. I do not think you have eaten very much in the last 5 days either. Kazuki I believe will keep watch, so that you both can relax again.”
Ginji felt his throat catch, he had really, really, great friends. “Thank you Shido.” he said with over bright eyes.
“No crying” Shido said gruffly as he went to get food for the GetBackers.
Kazuki nodded, and Ginji went to the apartment. As he got to the hallway a movement caught his eye. His head jerked up, and real fear arose. At the end of the hall a figure in a long black cloak stood staring at him.
“Akabane-san” Ginji whispered. His hands tightened around Ban.
The transporter just stood looking at the both of them, then without Ginji having seen him move, the Jackal was suddenly beside them. One gloved hand rose to check the pulse at Ban's neck. “I sensed my most prized scalpel early this morning Ginji-kun.” Akanbane said with his signature smile. “Hehehe, it was quiet interesting, I was not sure if I was relieved or disappointed.”
Ginji froze a little, and stared at the Transporter, he was not as scared of Akabane as he used to be, but Akabane-san was Akabane-san.
It was best to err on the side of caution, especially since Akabane seemed to want what was Ginji's.
One gloved finger ran down Ban's face, “HiHi, Yes my own reaction was most amusing indeed. I am sure everyone will have some pointed words to say to Ban-kun after what has happened. Do come to the Honky Tonk tonight. 7Pm Ginji-kun, do not make me come looking for you.” Akabane said pleasantly and in a flutter of leather he left the GetBackers alone.
Ginji put Ban to sleep on the couch. A funky smell was coming from the kitchen, with a sigh he knew he needed to clean up, and he needed to see Ban, so.. this was the best option. As Ginji cleaned, Shido and Kazuki came by with the food. They did not try to come in the apartment, nor did Ginji invite them in. He took the food, thanked them nicely, and went back to look after Ban.
Ginji laid their meal out on the table. It was almost noon. Smells of hot food filled the air, and finally, finally blue eyes opened.
““Fuck! Damnit I need insurance. SOMEONE should pay for how bad I feel” Ban's frowned at his own voice it sounded weak. “I need to eat, Ginji.” Was all Ban managed to say, as he swayed in hunger. Ginji's eyes lit up when Ban woke up, but at Ban's words he focused on bringing food to Ban, and helping his partner, inhale the large bowl of porridge that Shido had provided. As Ban ate his strength returned. Now that his magic was under control, Ban's normal recuperative powers kicked in and with food, he healed fast. (not as fast as the eel of course, but fast enough)
Ban ate in silence, with Ginji watching him intently. He then went to the bathroom for a quick shower. He came out feeling much better, stronger. His eyes glittered with the pleasure of being alive and in control. Ban Midou-Sama was BACK!!
Ginji was sitting on the side of the bed, he watched Ban come out of the bath, looking much better then he had going in.
“Thank you Ginji.” Ban said softly, “You really looked after things.”
“I did good Ban-chan?” Ginji asked his voice equally soft.
Ban sat beside Ginji on the bed, lighting a cigarette he said “Ginji you did better then good, you did great.”
“Good,... Ban-chan, can I stop now?” Ginji's voice was so soft Ban had trouble hearing him.
“Ginji?” Ban asked in confusion, he put a hand on Ginji's shoulder.
Ginji was beginning to shake hard. The cigarette fell forgotten to the floor.
“Can I stop being in charge now Ban-chan? Can I stop please?” Tears leaked out of soft brown eyes, the stress of worry, of being in charge, the pressure of the whole situation finally washed over Ginji. “BAAAAANN-CHHHAAANN” the words came out in a wail of despair.
Before the wail was fully formed, Ban had scooped Ginji up, he held his partner tight in his arms. He stroked the golden hair, and rocked gently. “I'm here, I'm here Ginji-koi, I'm here and I'm invincible remember? The number one GetBacker is back, we are never alone.” Ban kept repeating words of comfort, as he stroked and cuddled his partner, who was trying his best to melt into Ban's chest.
Ban's strength had always been something that had drawn Ginji, but Ginji knew many beings of strength. More then the strength, it had been Ban's gentleness that had tied Ginji to him. Ban had always, always protected Ginji, not just from enemies, but from making the toughest choices, from dirtying his hands. Ban stood between Ginji and the harshness of the world. Ginji knew, he had always know, Ban-chan protected him, protected everyone at his own expense. And Ginji loved him, he loved Ban - his strengths, his gentleness, even his weaknesses, he loved everything about Ban, utterly and completely.
He had been strong for Ban, but he needed his gentle and strong Ban-chan back. He needed Ban-chan's touch, his warmth desperately.
Ginji began to press open mouthed kisses to Ban's chest. Ban's hand paused for less then a second, then continued the gentle stroking. “Ginji, its alright.” Ban said softly.
Tear filled brown eyes, looked up into soft blue ones.
“No its not alright. Not yet. Please Ban-chan I need you. I need you to lead me, take me please.” Ginji almost begged.
Ban's lips closed on Ginji's, his hands gently cradled Ginji's face. He kissed Ginji softly, putting his love in the kiss. Ban stroked Ginji's tongue, he angled his head further, fitting them perfectly. Their breathes mingled and became one. Taste, touch and scent.. the whole world narrowed to each other. Never breaking the kiss, Ban smoothly removed Ginji's clothes, and slipped out of his robe.
Ban turned Ginji around and put him sitting on the edge of the bed, Ginji resisted leaving Ban's arms. Ban cuddled him, ran his hands down to Ginji's waist and said softly. “Hush Ginji, I'm here, we are going to heaven together.” Ban knelt between Ginji's knees, he bent his head and placed feather kisses up and down Ginji's member. Ban's hand stroked Ginji's thighs and back, almost comfortingly, but his mouth played a delicious game with Ginji's manhood. Teeth scraped, while the tongue soothed. Shudders ran up and down Ginji.
Ban's hands went round Ginji's waist and found the tight bud of Ginji's pleasure. His nails gently scrapped the sensitive puckered surface, and Ginji arched and bucked in helpless pleasure. Leaving Ginji hard and throbbing, Ban pressed his lips to Ginji's navel.
“Arrrhhh” Ginji's head jerked back and his hands clenched the side of the bed to stop him from falling, he desperately pressed his penis into Ban, missing the warmth and wetness of Ban's mouth. Ban's long finger sank deep into Ginji, it was too much. The pressure in Ginji's penis built, his balls trembled in terrible pleasure. The fingers of Ban's free hand closed around the based of Ginji's penis, putting exquisite pressure on the oversensitive rod. Ban's finger found the hidden center of pleasure in Ginji, Ginji bucked but Ginji could not come. “Ban -chan.” He said in desperation. He needed release.
“No yet, Gin-koi” Ban whispered against Ginji's hard nipples.
Pre-cum leaked out soaking the fingers that held back the tide of Ginji's pleasure. Ban removed his fingers from inside Ginji and Ginji whimpered at the loss. Ban kissed his belly button comfortingly. Ginji buried his hands in Bans soft dark hair. He put pressure to try and force Ban lower, Ban resisted the gentle push, as he coated the fingers of his free hand in Ginji's pre-cum, using that as lubrication two fingers and then three found their way into the ex-Emperor.
Ginji's cries were now continuous, his body shook uncontrollably, his delayed pleasure reaching the boarder of pleasure and pain. Ban hooked Ginji's knees on his shoulders, and raised himself slowly, finding Ginji's eager mouth once again. With delicate care pushed his penis into Ginji's well prepared ring, it gaped to welcome the penetration. The hand ringing Ginji's penis released the pressure slowly as Ban sank deep into his partner. As soon as Ban's cock touched his center, Ginji exploded in pleasure. He would have screamed if not for Ban's mouth drinking in Ginji's reactions, as semen coated both their chests. Ginji collapsed against Ban. His legs dropped down, and went loosely around Ban's waist.
Ban was still hard inside Ginji, he began moving, little movements that teased Ginji's prostate with tiny teasing sensations. Ban's lips found Ginji's. His hands cupped Ginji's face. Ban kissed Ginji's eyes, his nose, his fore head, his cheeks. Ginji's body was pressed against his, but Ban focused on Ginji's face, his kisses were about love and pleasure. Ban began whispering his love to Ginji. How much Ban loved Ginji, loved touching him, loved holding him, loved everything about him. When Ban climaxed it was easy and smooth, a mutual sharing of love.
The only emotion that was present in the room, filling the GetBackers to the brim was Love.
Tbc..--
Lol had a need for lemon after all the angst. Hope you enjoyed this, I swear the next chapter some more of the enemy will be revealed.