The Heat of the Moment

disclaimer- i do not own any of the characters to Kyo Kara Maoh and neither do i make any money from this story. all rights and whatnots belong solely to the original creator.


Chapter 36

It was midday when Gustav rode up to the palace of his lord and master. As he dismounted, the brown hair chevalier calmly made his way down the hallway and stopped before two gilded doors. Pushing the doors opened, he walked into Count Drakko's throne room and knelt before the effeminate Count.

"Ah Gustav, you have returned," Drakko said crossing one long leg over the other. "What news do you bring me?"

"All good news, my master," said Gustav bowing his head.

"Raise your head and speak. I am anxious to find out if I have lost my little puppet."

"On the contrary, he is more your little puppet than ever." The chevalier smirked. "It was rather embarrassingly easy the way I manipulated the foolish child. All I had to do was tell him about his father accepting King Yuuri's marriage proposal and he is yours once again."

"So, the plan will still proceed as is?" asked Nikolas walking out of the shadows to stand beside his comrade.

"Was there any doubt?"

"I must admit," said Siegmund as he and Sigfrid walked out of the shadows from the other side of the room to stand on Gustav's left side. "I was rather worried."

"Yes, after your last report stating that Yuu was having doubts about the plan. I was beginning to think that we would probably have to change the plan around a little," said Sigfrid.

"I was worried too," said Gustav smiling. "But as I have said, I have it all under control now. King Yuuri and the others shall arrive in Americus in three days. Yuu will be able to do his part."

"Are you sure he is willing to fight his uncles and his father?" asked Drakko resting his chin in his palm. "Remember, the boy loves Wolfram passionately. Are you sure he will be willing to fight him?"

"I have no doubt that the boy will try to knock his father unconscious so he does not participate in the fight." Gustav turned his attention back to Drakko. "The only thing that worries me is the others. They will interfere and that Great Sage. Yuu says that he believes the man may have an idea that he is up to something but he is not sure what it is."

"Well, you needn't worry about the legendary wise man or the others," said Nikolas smiling wickedly.

"Is it ready?" asked Siegmund.

"I finished it four days ago." The blonde held up a bright red crystal that shimmered in his hand. "Like an esoteric stone, this will weaken all the full-blooded demons. However, this little beauty is unstable."

"How so?" asked Sigfrid.

Nikolas tossed the crystal outside the opened window and there was an explosion. The noise sent the whole castle into a panic. Soldiers ran back and forth trying to find out if they were under attack. Siegmund went to the window and told the soldiers that they were not under attack and to go back to their duties.

"As you can see, it explodes if dropped," said Nikolas. "There is a difference though. While a full-blooded demon would feel the effects of the esoteric stone draining them of their powers immediately. This little beauty slowly weakens a demon without them knowing it. By the time they realize that they cannot summon their elements, it will be too late."

"That's fine but what about the humans?" asked Gustav.

Nikolas scoffed. "Please, humans against well trained chevaliers. They don't even figure into this."

"If worst comes to worst, Yuu can just freeze them inside a prison of ice," said Drakko smiling pleased at the crystal his chevalier had created. "How fast can you make enough crystal to weaken everyone that will be at the ceremony?"

"I already have enough," Nikolas smiled wickedly to his lord and master. "In fact, the crystals are already inside the palace."

"How did you manage that?" asked Sigfrid.

"It was simple enough. Gunnar von Christ is a very flamboyant decorator. I sent a spy to the palace as a merchant and the man drooled at the pretty bobbles. As we speak, the entire banquet hall will be covered from head to toe in these beautiful deadly crystals."

"I have another question," said Siegmund. "What about us? Won't these crystals of yours affect us as well?"

"Of course it will," smirked the blonde hair chevalier. "That is why we will be wearing this." He held up a silver broach with a blue crystal in it. "I have only made six since we will be the ones exposed to the other crystals longer than our men." He handed one to each of them.

"Who is the other one for?" asked Sigfrid.

"This is for Yuu."

"Would he need one? He does have human blood in his veins although it's not much," said Gustav.

"I don't know. Since his father is able to wield his powers even in human lands I think it would be best to be on the side of safety and give one to Yuu," said Nikolas.

"Is the chamber ready for our sacrifice?" The Count arched a delicate brow.

"Yes, my Count," said Siegmund.

"Good, now go and prepare yourselves," said Drakko smirking. "We have a party to attend."

xxxxx


The next day was the day of the party. Lords and ladies from both demon and the human kingdom began to arrive early. There were several activities that were held until the ceremony that night. Yuuri and Conrad had organized a baseball game since the double black was going to teach the game to his new friends in Americus. Gwendal had organized a knitting party with several of the ladies. Gwendal was even able to get his cousin, Frederic von Voltaire to join in by telling the other man that it is very helpful during stressful times. There were also outdoors tea parties for the ladies. Gunter organized a poetry reading where he read from his diary about the magnificence of King Yuuri. The children were put on a loose leash. They were left to play among themselves as long as they did not cause any trouble.

Except for Yuu, he stood at the window watching as his sister played with the other children. He sighed as he leaned out the window resting his arms on the sill. He smiled as his little sister turned to wave at him from the garden. "Come on out and play with us, big brother!" she yelled.

"Maybe later," he said waving back to her. The girl shrugged her shoulders and went back to playing with her friends.

"You should have gone with her," said a voice behind him. Yuu turned to see his father walking into the room.

"I thought you would have been outside with the others playing baseball," said Yuu smiling as he hugged his father.

Wolfram rolled his eyes as he combed his fingers through his son's soft black hair. "Nonsense. I have always thought that base ball was a silly game." He scoffed. "Grown men running around like chickens with their heads cut off. I mean really."

Yuu giggled. "So, what are you doing in here?"

"I just came to check up on you," said Wolfram. "I would have thought you would have been the first one out there playing baseball with Yuuri."

Yuu just shrugged his shoulders.

"Is something wrong, Yuu?" Wolfram sat down on the bed.

"No, why do you ask?" Yuu sat down beside his father.

"Well, I've notice at dinner last night that there was some tension between you and Roland. Did you two boys have a fight or something?"

"No. Like I said. We just had a difference of opinion." He smiled up at Wolfram. "It's nothing for you to worry about."

"If you're sure," said Wolfram combing the boy's hair back.

"I am positive," said Yuu hugging his father and smiling. "Come on; let's go see how the baseball game is going."

Wolfram groaned as Yuu pulled him to his feet and they left the palace to go watch the game.

xxxxx

It was night and finally time for the ceremony. The banquet hall was magnificent. It was decorated in purples, blacks and blues. It was also decorated with the red crystals Nikolas had secretly supplied. Everyone was awed at how the crystals seemed to shimmer.

As Eric stood up everyone fell silent. "I am so glad that you all were able to make it here tonight for this auspicious occasion. As you know, our ancestors had severed ties from the other side of the world because they did not want the hate and jealousy from the others to spoil the sanctuary of their new home.

But at long last, the hatred between the two races is almost nonexistent thanks to the new demon king. From what I have heard, many of the human countries have joined with the demon kingdom to form a peaceful alliance. And now our brethrens from across the sea has come here to join our two continents in a bond of everlasting friendship and peace. Lords and Ladies, may I introduce to you the 27th demon king of Shin Makoku, Yuuri Shibuya."

Everyone clapped and cheered as the young black hair man stood up.

"Thank you, your applauds are too kind. I thank you all for your hospitality. When Lady Flynn first told us that Wolfram was here on the other side, I was excited for two reasons. One, was because I wanted to see all that has been accomplished here since your ancestor's exodus from the other side. I must say I am truly awed by what I have seen. By putting away your petty jealousy, fear and suspicion, you have created the world that I have dreamt of where demons, humans and half demons can live in peace. Hopefully, in the not so distant future, I will accomplish my goal to unify the two races.

And for my second reason. It is the most important reason why I came. It was to find my long lost love." Yuuri turned to Wolfram and smiled lovingly at the blonde. "I was a fool for ever letting him get away from me the first time but I will not let that happen again. I am glad and honored that you all are here so you can witness this." He turned to smile at the audience. "I have proposed to Wolfram two times already. The first time was with the custom from Shin Makoku with a slap across the left cheek. Then I proposed to him in the way we do on the planet where I was born and raised. I gave him a diamond engagement ring. Now, I will do it in the way that it is done here in Americus." He turned back to face the blonde. Yuuri pulled out a gold wristband with half of a diamond on it and placed it on Wolfram's wrist. "Wolfram von Bielefeld Gilbit, would you do me the honor of marrying me?"

"It would be my honor and pleasure to marry you," said Wolfram smiling as he pulled out the other half of the bracelet and attached it to the other half locking it around his wrist. He stood up and threw his arms around Yuuri kissing him passionately.

Everyone cheered and clapped for the newly engaged couple. There was even a catcall from none other than Josak telling the two to get a room. Everyone was happy except for Yuu and the group from Dragoon. Murata watched them carefully as the effeminate Count stiffened in his seat. He turned to Yuu. The boy seemed not to show any emotion about the situation at all. He knew that Yuuri and Wolfram had not told the boy about the engagement in fear of him becoming angry. But the double black sage was not expecting the child's cool demeanor. Murata was beginning to wonder if the boy had already known about the engagement. He was brought out of his thoughts when the applauds died down and Wolfram along with Yuuri took their seats. Eric said one more thing and then the servants brought out the food.

xxxxx

After dinner, the tables were removed to make way for dancing. The musicians got into place and began to play. Everyone began to mingle. Yuuri and Wolfram were given congratulations for their engagement. While Gunnar and Gunter talked about the decorations. Cecilie was making herself at home between two handsome men and more began to gather around her. Murata, Conrad and Gwendal talk amongst themselves as they kept an eye not only on Yuuri but on Yuu as well. The boy was talking to Count Drakko and he was wearing the same kind of broach as the Count and his chevaliers.

"Tonight all your wishes will come true," said Drakko smiling. "Are you ready, Yuu?"

"Yes, I have been waiting long for this moment," said Yuu smiling.

"You have that drug I gave you?" asked Nikolas. The boy nodded his head as he opened his silk vest to keep hidden the small vile of dark green liquid he showed them that was safely hidden in the inner pocket of his vest. He put the vile back into his pocket and closed his vest.

"Good." Drakko rested a hand on top of the boy's head. "I grow weary of this party. It's time we take our leave."

Yuu bowed and went to get something to drink. He picked up a cup of punch and turned to almost run into his black hair father. "Yuu, can I talk to you for a second?"

"Sure," said Yuu smiling as he followed behind his father. As they stepped out on the balcony, Yuuri kept his back turned to his son leaning against the balustrade. Unfortunately, for Yuuri, it gave Yuu the chance to pour the foreign liquid into the drink. Yuu walked up beside his father and handed him the cup.

"Here, drink this and just say what's on your mind." ‘What an idiot. It's hard to believe that you are the person that my father wants to spend his life with. Pathetic.’

"Thank you," Yuuri said smiling and taking the cup. Yuu watched as his father emptied the cup. He placed the cup on the balustrade and then turned to face Yuu. "I guess you are probably upset with me for not telling you about the engagement."

"Not really," said Yuu leaning over the balustrade. "I kind of figured you two would get engaged sooner or later."

"So, you're not angry with us?"

'Of course I'm angry. I'm furious and disgusted by the sight of you.' "I am a little upset that you did not tell me before you told everyone else but, it doesn't matter. All that matters is that you make my father happy," said Yuu. The boy gasped in shock as he saw tears fall from his other father's eyes. "Wh-Why are you crying?"

Yuuri raised his hands to wipe the tears from his eyes but he could not seem to stop crying. "It's just that I was so scared you would hate me even more. I'm so happy that you're not angry with me. I know that Wolfram leaving is my fault but I wanted to make it up to you and Wolfram so much until it hurts. I thought I would never get a chance. Thank you so much."

Yuu did not know what to do. He was not liking this feeling of guilt that was coming over him. Yuuri was his enemy. He should not believing anything other than hate and contempt towards the elder man. But yet, Yuu could feel the iciness of his heart melting at the sight of this man that is loved by his allies and feared or hated by his enemies crying like a lost child. "S-Stop crying." Yuu was utterly embarrassed as he could feel the blush heating up his cheeks. Suddenly Yuuri grabbed the boy in a hug and held him tight as his tears began to slow.

At first, Yuu stiffened in his embraced but slowly he began to relax. 'This feels so nice. I wish . . . I wish . . . What am I doing?' he thought in horror. 'I have to keep my mind on my part of the plan.' Yuu sighed as he gently pushed himself out of Yuuri's embrace. "What am I going to do with you? You're worse than a female with all these tears." Yuu took a handkerchief out of his breast pocket and had to get on the tip of his toes to wipe his father's tears away. "Feeling better?"

"Yeah," said Yuuri smiling sheepishly. "I hope you won't tell your father about this. He will never let me live this down. I can just hear him calling me wimp."

"It will stay just between us."

Suddenly Yuuri staggered forward as he leaned against the balustrade. "I don't feel too well all of a sudden." The world around him began to spin as he began to black out. Just as Yuuri was about the hit the ground, Drakko's soldiers appeared out of the dark to grab the unconscious king.

xxxxx

Conrad, Gwendal and Murata watched Yuuri and Yuu go outside. "Do you think we should follow them?" asked Conrad.

"I think it will be safe," said Murata.

"I hope you're right about this," said Gwendal frowning. "I don't trust that little brat around His Majesty."

"I know that you are worried but I don't think anything is going to happen. There are too many people here for them to try anything." Then all three men turned their attention back to the father and son outside on the balcony. They watched as their beloved king began crying and then Yuuri pull the boy into a hug. All three were curious as to what was happening when they watched Yuu pull out a handkerchief mopping up the tears.

Suddenly all three men stiffened when they saw Yuuri staggering and then Drakko's men appeared out of nowhere grabbing their king. They reacted immediately.

"Your Majesty!" they called out in unison. Everyone stopped talking when they heard the commotion. They turned to see Count Drakko and his chevaliers standing before the doors leading to the balcony.

"You will release His Majesty to us," snapped Gwendal. He and Conrad unsheathed their swords.

"I think not," said Drakko smiling sinisterly.

"What's the meaning of this!" snapped Eric walking up to them with Corwyn at his side. "Remove yourself out of the way and hand Yuuri over."

"I'm afraid we cannot do that," said Yuu walking out from behind Drakko.

"Yuu," Wolfram said staring at his son in horror. "Yuu what have you done to your father?" He started walking toward his son.

"Stay back father." Yuu raised a hand halting him. "I do not wish to hurt you but I will if I have to."

"What are you doing?"

"I am doing what I have longed to do every since I heard you mention his name." The boy's eyes were like empty pits. "I am going to make him suffer as much as you have suffered over these ten years."

"Oh Shinou, Yuu why are you doing this?" Wolfram asked shaking his head in disbelief. This was a terrible dream. Wolfram could not believe his own child would do something so wicked.

"I'm doing this for you father," Yuu said smiling at his father with an insane look in his eyes. "He destroyed your heart and humiliated you in front of everyone. He turned your own family against you. He turned you into a laughing stock before the entire kingdom. He made you leave your home. You had to go into hiding with me because you were afraid he would make me hate you just as he hates you. But that will never happen. I now have the means to make him pay for all he has done to you." Everyone gasped in horror.

"No Yuu, this is not what I want," Wolfram begged as tears began to fall from his emerald eyes.

"But it's what I want. Look at what he has done to you. He has destroyed your pride and self-esteem. He comes running back to you after his marriage to a woman failed and you take him back without hesitation. Don't you have any pride left, father." He raised his small fist pressing it against his chest. “I had to watch for years as your heart broke every time you looked at me.” Tears began to fall from Yuu's eyes. He raised his hand and wiped them away. "I knew you were seeing him in me and it made you so sad. I had to sit by and watch as you cried tears of pain over that . . . that useless piece of flesh you call your fiance."

"Come Yuu, it's time for us to take our prize and leave," said Drakko smiling into the watery eyes of a horrified Wolfram.

"You're not going anywhere," said Gwendal as he tried wielding his earth magic but nothing happened.

"What's wrong?" asked Corwyn.

"I don't know. I tried to use my magic but nothing happened." The stoic demon frowned.

"Mine is not working also," said Gunnar shocked.

"What!" Eric said shocked. He tried also but nothing happened.

"You people are so foolish and so easy to fool until it seems a shame at times," said Nikolas holding up one of the red crystals. "I hope you enjoyed the homemade esoteric stones your people put up."

Eric and the others looked around in horror to see the red crystals everywhere. "If these are esoteric stones than you are affected by them as well," said Gwendal.

"Not really." Nikolas smirked at the men. "Since I am the one who created these specific stones I also created one to counter the effects."

"Well, your stones will not affect us," said Corwyn as he and his cousin cautiously closed in on the chevaliers.

"True, but as I said we are in no danger of having our powers drained from us," said Nikolas as his smile widened on his face. "Shall I give you a demonstration?" He raised one elegant hand and the winds began to swirl around his hand. He thrust his hand at the half demon and human and the blast sent them crashing into the wall knocking them unconscious.

Suddenly guards came bursting into the room surrounding the group. There were also guards outside preventing them from escaping. Drakko laughed. "Do you really think your pathetic guards can defeat my chevaliers?" He smirked at Wolfram. "Yuu, take care of those guards outside. It is time for us to go."

"Of course my lord," said Yuu turning to step outside.

"Yuu wait," said Wolfram but the boy did not stop. He would have ran after him but Murata held the struggling blonde back.

The guards inside the room moved to apprehend the group but a stream of water came from the garden slamming into the men. They hit the wall and were knocked unconscious as well. Everyone shrieked in fright.

"Yuu," Wolfram said staring after his son in horror. All the commotion happening around him was lost on the blonde. All he had eyes for was his son and the betrayal he had committed. "What have you done to my son?" He demanded of the Count as he resumed struggling in the grip of the Great Sage.

"Yuu is my chevalier. So, I did nothing to him." His smile was a vile evil expression that sent chills down Wolfram's spine. "In fact, this plan was all Yuu's idea."

"No, I don't believe you." Wolfram was filled with shock, fear, anger and sadness. How could this have happened? Yuu, a chevalier to this sick fiend, Drakko. He has lost his baby to this sadistic bastard.


"Well, it doesn't matter. I have what I want for now." He looked Wolfram in his eyes. "Once I am through with your beloved fiance. I will come for you next my beautiful Wolfram."

Suddenly there was a blast of cold air and screams was heard from outside. The room was filled with the nervous murmurs from the horrified crowd. A second later, they could hear the sound of neighing horses.

"You're not going anywhere," said Gwendal lunging toward the men.

Nikolas just smirked as he threw the crystal to the floor and there was an explosion. The vibrations from that exploding crystal started a chain reaction as all the crystals in the room began to explode. People began to panic as they rushed out of the room like a herd of stampeding cattle.

Wolfram, Murata, Gwendal and Eric all ran outside. They gasped in shock as the soldiers were all sealed in a tomb of ice. Turning their gazes to the neighing horses, they watched helplessly as Drakko and his men where mounted on winged horses with fiery red eyes. The large black beasts snorted stomping their feet against the ground as they took to the air flying away with the demon king as well as his son.

Wolfram could only watch in horror as his world fell apart. "YYYYYYYYYUUUUUUUU! YYYYUUUUUUURRRRRRRIIIIII!" He screamed to the night sky falling to his knees sobbing in his hands.