Sora was walking through the third district when the heartless appeared. One would think he'd be use to their sudden appearances by now but he wasn't. The two beside him drew their weapons and the teen reached for his own. He was so focused on the creatures in front of him and their danger, that he failed to see if anyone else was there.

When a blade cut through the firm, black masses it startled the brunet. He wasn't prepared for it and even less prepared for what happened after.

Sora's eyes trailed over the body in front of him. The clothes were similar to his own. Baggy pants, a sleeveless, yellow shirt with the straps crossing over to create a black X on the top. Tan skin just a few shades lighter than his own. Silver hair pooled around strong shoulders, just barely reaching past them. Bright eyes were staring at him, a smirk on the familiar face. It was interrupted when he spoke but that didn't draw away from his charm.

"There you are. What's going on?"

Sora's eyes widened as he recognized who it was, the familiar voice wrapping around him.

"R-Riku."

He felt himself step forward, his lover doing the same. A strong arm snaked its way around his waist to the small of his back while he felt another tilt his head up. He was immediately lost in those familiar aquamarine depths.

"I'm not dreaming this time… right?"

The brunet watched as pale pink lips curled up into a smirk. Riku was staring at him intently and the look sent a shiver down his form.

"I hope not. Took forever to find you."

Warmth swelled in Sora's being, knowing the silverette had been looking for him. He sent the elder a small smile.

"Riku."

The taller leaned down and Sora was prepared for it. He tilted his head up, eyes fluttering shut as he waited for those warm lips to press against his own. He could feel them, barely a hair's breadth away when someone cleared their throat.

Riku pulled back and Sora had to hold back a disappointed huff. He saw his boyfriends eyes darken and he swallowed.

"Who are they?"

Donald stepped forward, starting to introduce himself. Riku didn't look so amused so Sora stepped forward and tried to explain that he'd been looking for him and Kairi with their help. That reminded him.

"Have you seen Kairi?"

Riku raised a brow. "Isn't she's with you?"

Sora shook his head. "I thought she may have been with you."

The silverette snorted. "Well, don't worry. I'm sure she made it off the island too. She might even be looking for us now."

The brunet watched as those orbs lightened once more and he was drawn close once again. There was a soft joy in those deep depths, sucking him in.

"We're finally free."

Sora nodded and this time the kiss surprised him. It was firm, passionate, and needy. He gasped when teeth nipped his bottom lip and suddenly he was tasting Riku. Something pressed against his tongue and with a soft moan he gave in, letting his muscle be pulled into a battle for dominance. Then it was ending and he was left open-mouthed, panting, a small line of saliva running down his now kiss swollen lips.

Riku stepped back from him and as he walked behind Sora, the brunet couldn't concentrate on what he was saying. He was snapped out of it quick however when he saw a heartless behind the male. He drew the Keyblade and it made quick work of the creature, drawing the others attention. He glanced over to see Riku looking surprised but a small bit of irritation was in his gaze. Donald seemed annoyed and Goofy looked a little uncomfortable.

"Sora, what did you-"

He smiled bashfully. "I may have been practicing while you were away."

Sora relaxed when he saw pride on Riku's face. He smiled at him and held up his weapon, wanting to show off a little.

"I got this. It let's me protect others from the darkness."

There was amusement in those aquamarine orbs before they darkened. Sora was unsure why until he felt arms on his shoulders and Goofy's voice.

"Oh and guess what? Sora's the keyblade master!"

"Who would of thought it?" Donald chimed in but his usual playful ways seemed to have dimmed and there was some snark in his tone.

It startled Sora a little. The only times he saw the duck so serious was in battle and even then he tried to keep up an optimistic air. Instantly he felt defensive at the tone.

"What's that mean?"

His attention was taken by his lover when he spoke and Sora tensed a little when he saw his weapon in Riku's hands.

"So this is called a Keyblade?"

He didn't realize it was taken from him and the thought made him nervous. What if someone else could do that? Now uncomfortable he took a step forward.

"Hey, give it back!"

Riku smirked at him playfully as he reached for it, the silverette taking a step back and holding it above his head, out of Sora's reach. It calmed the brunet down a little, the familiar actions. Sora realised that's what Riku was doing, was getting him to relax. He felt his shoulders sag a little and he gave Riku a pout he knew the male couldn't resist.

Sure enough, he rolled his eyes and spoke before tossing the weapon back. "Catch."

Sora caught it, after fumbling a little. He sent a smile the elder's way. A soft, pink flush was on those cheeks and Sora could see it plain as day. He put the weapon back on his hip before catching Riku's attention again, though it never strayed far from Sora.

"So you're coming with us right? We've got this awesome rocket! Wait till you see it."

Sora grinned happily before his mood was dimmed by Donald's words.

"No! He can't come!"

Sora looked confused. "What?"

"Forget it!"

Sora was beginning to get upset. What was Donald's problem with Riku?

"Oh, come on! He's my friend!"

Donald snorted. "Yeah, friend."

That made Sora bristle. Before he could comment on it, however, Donald continued.

"I don't care if he's your friend, he can't come with!"

They argued about it for another moment before Goofy informed them Riku was gone. Sora's head shot up and he looked around.

"Riku?"

Goofy was right. It sent a pang of hurt through Sora's chest but he at least knew Riku was safe now. He was out of harm's way and he had a way to defend himself. He would still worry but he knew Riku was the stronger of them. He would be ok because Sora would be ok.