a/n: this just a series of one-shots in relation to quotes that touch, inspire and whatever else I feel when I read them, alright? Story 1 is a hell of a lot different from story 2 and etc… I'm sorry if I have a poor deliverance of the quote… At least I tried!! The quote would be at the bottom… and probably the summary… I don't really know yet! Haha!

Suggestions would be very much appreciated!

I guess, this can be called "an apology for late updates for my other story" haha! Anyways!

Story 1

Yuuri's POV

I just can't get Wolfram.

He's a nice, good-looking, strong man. He can get anyone, and I mean anyone to be with him but why does he insist on being with me? I mean, there are a lot of better people out there, a lot that's better than me and more deserving of his love and attention.

I frowned a little. Am I self-pitying? I don't know really, but I just can't shake the feeling that I am undeserving for such a good guy. Hah, I don't really know when I started getting used to the fact that these kinds of relationships were common in this world, and I don't really mind that much anymore – having a male fiancé, I mean. I guess I got used to it.

But what about Wolfram? I got him into this mess by slapping him and not taking it back like I was supposed to, not that I knew what it meant then. But still, he didn't want this. Who knows? He might have other plans in his life other than be my fiancé like that with Elizabeth, although he said that that was an accident. I chuckled inwardly, sounds more like my past self. Well, it doesn't matter, I've grown used to having him around, and I don't actually mind us sharing the same bed, although I do mind when he kicks me out of it. I mean, it does hurt you know.

But it does matter if he doesn't really want things to go on as they are. I've seen a lot of people look his way; people who are much better looking than I would ever be, much knowledgeable rulers than I could ever become, much capable fighters than I could ever dream of becoming, and most of all, people who might be at least miles ahead of me in being worthy of his interest and affection. If someone like that were to court Wolfram, they would be more or less perfect.

If something like that were to happen, I wonder if Wolfram would still want to be with me: when such a perfect guy after him…

I don't know if I should feel guilty or sad for being undeserving. I sighed, should I talk to him about this?

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"Oh, heika! There you are finally!" Günter said exasperatedly as he motioned for Yuuri to join them; them, being Günter, Gwendal, Murata, and Wolfram. The maou cocked his head. He doesn't remember Günter calling for a meeting or something of that sort, "What's going on?" he said obliviously as he noted the frown that marred his fiancé's face and the newly formed wrinkles on Gwendal's forehead.

"Well, heika…" Günter started but failed to continue. Murata sighed and continued. "It's actually nothing life-threatening or anything but it is important. Schriene, the king of Sparialm, wishes to challenge you in hopes of proving himself worthy of Lord von Bielefeld's hand." He said non-chalantly, although Yuuri could sense a hint of amusement in his friend's voice that plainly said, 'so-what-do-you-do?'

"What kind of challenge is it actually?" Yuuri asked Günter despite having his eyes on Wolfram. See? Someone went as far as challenging him, the world-renown maou, just to get him! Isn't that brave or what?

'But aren't you willing to do the same?' a small voice asked him and that made his heart skip a beat. Was he? Was he truly willing to challenge someone known for being kind but definitely strong for Wolfram's affections? He bowed inwardly. After a bit of reflection, he realized he, indeed, would, surprisingly enough… although…

…only if Wolfram wanted him to…

"A fight of course, you wimp, a duel like that one you had with me." Wolfram answered with stress in his voice, Yuuri noted. Wolfram glared at him: well, there was his answer. Yuuri laughed inwardly at his stupidity. Of course Wolfram would want him to fight.

'He nearly burned me to death the last time I hesitated'

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Yuuri's POV

I don't know if I can win, I really don't. I'm definitely not good at sword fighting. And I don't want to use my maryoku too, that would be unfair. I sighed, "Wolfram, I don't think I can win." I whined at him as we started to clash swords. He nodded. Well, he could at least be a bit encouraging!

"Yes, I don't think so too. Schriene-heika is known for being good with swords – probably even as good as Günter." He said without batting an eye. I blinked; what the hell?? AS GOOD as Günter!? There is NO WAY I can win then! I'll be down even before I can move a step! I heard a laugh…

And it came from Wolfram. "This isn't funny…" I muttered. He nodded again, "True, but you don't need to be so nervous."

"I do!! If he's as good as Günter then I definitely have no chance!" I pointed out exasperatedly. He shook his head this time, "Yuuri, even though aren't at par with Conrad, much less Günter, you have improved a lot since you first got here." He said with a smile. It made me smile too but just for a short while since he attacked me while saying, "So don't be such a wimp!" and defend was all I can do.

After a few hours of sparing like this, we finally stopped. I panted like a mad-man. But I'm proud to say that Wolfram was panting too!

"Yuuri…"

"Hm?"

"Don't lose…"

I couldn't say anything or even nod. I can't promise him that, can I? I could feel Wolfram come to me and much to my surprise, he hugged me – but that wasn't what surprised me. It was what he said…

"Don't worry. I'm not going anywhere…"

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It's time.

The king of Sparialm has arrived. Of course, we aren't going to fight – err, duel right away. We were to meet then have dinner and tomorrow would be the duel.

"It's a pleasure to have met you, Yuuri-heika. I am Schriene le Kiril, present king of Sparialm. I am grateful for the chance you have given me." He said with a bow. I bowed as well, "No problem, although I don't think I really stand that much of a chance, seeing your reco– oww!" I was forced to stop when an elbow jabbed itself into my unsuspecting ribs. I looked around to find out that this newly unwanted pain was courtesy of my supposed fiancé.

"Oh, Lord von Bielefeld!" he said with much greater passion than when he addressed me. He knelt down in front of Wolfram and took his hand. Wolfram was obviously NOT pleased at the action, seeing his evident frown. "I do hope that through this duel, you will see that I am the best man to be by your side." I saw Wolfram raise his eyebrow and heard him snort.

I sighed silently. Well, he seems the kind of ideal guy I pictured with Wolfram: good-looking, an excellent fighter, and possibly a good ruler as well. My eyes soften because of an emotion I don't really know what. It's like a mix of envy and sadness… Well, there's a guy perfect for him, so who am I to stop him if they want to be together?

"Oww!" I exclaimed as I was sent plunging forward when someone hit me on the back. "Wimp, what are you thinking about?" Wolfram said with an annoyed tone. His eyes were narrowed in… suspicion? Why?

Oh no… here it is…

"You cheating wimp! Don't tell me you're thinking of replacing me with that king!!" he screeched as he tried to pulverize my head, "Argh! No I wasn't!!" I shouted back. I smiled, despite what was happening…

Now I know that no matter how strong and skilled he is, I can't lose…

…I just can't afford to lose this, can I?

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My heart is beating fast…

I held morgif as he moaned like he usually does. "I'm counting on you…" I murmured to it. I stood up and went out to face an opponent much stronger and skilled than myself. I sighed.

…Just why does Wolfram have to be so attractive??

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I dodged and defended. This is taking forever! I can't attack him! He's too quick!

"You aren't as bad as I thought…" he said with an intimidating smile. I tried not to lose balance as he pushed us apart. Dodge and Defend. Dodge and defend. Dodge and defend… That I did, just like that time I was sparing with Wolfram. I know, I can't win… but I know that I am willing to fight…

…because I don't want to lose him…

Schriene's eyes widen. Uh oh… Did I say that out loud?

I Dodged and defended. Dodged and defended. Dodged and defended…

…Then I attacked…

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I panted as I lay on the ground. I…

…I lost…

I sat up and saw Wolfram standing between me and Schriene, sword in his hands though sheathed.

What is he going to do now?

I lost. I lost and he had proven that he was indeed, the best person for Wolfram. Disappointed as I am, I couldn't really say anything about this. I didn't have the right to deny him his right…

"Have I proven myself worthy, Lord von Bielefeld?" I heard Schriene say with a pant.

"Yes, you have," was Wolfram's ready reply. My heart sank.

"But I'm sorry…"

My eyes widen as I looked up at his back. He was standing straight, head held high…

"…because I already have the best with me…"

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Wolfram turned to me, "Stand up, wimp. You're looking way too pathetic sitting on your butt like that." He said as he held out a hand to me. I accepted and stood up, "But I lost…"

"Shhh…" he hushed as he held a hand up to signify that I should shut up, "I told you, 'I'm not going anywhere…' You should already know that I won't leave you alone just like that, you cheating wimp. If you think you can get rid of me that easily, you're wrong." He said firmly, although I sensed no spite in his words. I smiled in relief, "I didn't."

He raised his eyebrow in suspicion then put a hand on my shoulder, "You put up a good fight, Yuuri…" he said with a smile. I pouted, "I didn't matter 'coz I lost." I countered. He sighed and walked away, "But you still fought even though you knew you stood no chance…"

"…isn't that enough for me to want to stay?"

My eyes widen. I can't believe how happy I actually am. I ran up to him and we walked together towards the castle. That's when I realized how dirty I was and Wolfram just had to point that out as well.

"You look like a mess, wimp."

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Wolfram smiled at Yuuri.

He was indeed, stupid. There was no need to worry about him going even from the beginning. He was just too paranoid. Throughout these years, he should already know that whatever happened, win or lose, as long as he fought, Wolfram would never leave him because he at least showed that he didn't want him gone. At least that's what Wolfram tried to say without words. He was never good with words…

…that even if there are a lot of better people out there…

…it was Yuuri that he loved and no one else…

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Love is not about having a seemingly perfect partner and a seemingly perfect relationship. It's all about seeing better people along the way yet, you stick to your partner and say…

"…I've still got the best with me…"

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a/n once more!!: well, that quote was from my elder sister. I was so touched by it, it made me smile.

I'm at chapter 6 of Possessiveness… :D wish me luck!!

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