Hey! This is my first story published, I hope everyone will enjoy it. It's kind of AU, since some facts are diffenrent than in the manga.

Be careful what you wish for...you might get it!

by Molested Bunny

Rating: M

Summary: Through a game of fate, Kaname realizes Zero is the reincarnation of his dead soulmate from a long time ago. Moreover, something is wrong with Yuki, Takuma is trying to save Shiki from Rido's traces of darkness and Aidou pays for toying with an unknown spell.

Warnings: Non-consensual blood drinking (maybe). Yaoi - Slash.

Spoilers: Yes, for the whole Vampire Knight series.

Pairings: Kaname x Zero, implied Kaname/Zero x Yuki, Takuma x Shiki and Kain x Aidou

A/N: The story begins after the defeat of Rido, but with some twists: Kaname and the others are still at Cross Academy and Yuki wasn't awakened as a pureblood vampire. At points I write more from one character's point of view or another – which means that everything happening is from their perspective, not necessarily mine. Reviews are very, very welcome, just keep in mind this is one of my first attempts at a serious fanfic… so please be gentle.

Disclaimer: Vampire Knight and its characters do not belong to me. They belong to their inspired creator Matsuri Hino. This story is for entertainment purposes only; no money is being made from it. I also don't own or I am associated with the song and the artist mentioned.

Chapter I- LOST IN THE WEB

"Tell me what the rain knows

O, is this the flood of fortune

That pours itself upon me?

O, see how I drown in this sea."

Tell me what the rain knows

Wolf's Rain

The nightmares were engulfing him again. His vision was painted in a crimson hue, the pain was unbearable, but he felt joy as well. A soft touch, a whispering soothing voice, a mild look, a kind smile, all were making his heart to flutter. Then, everything was gone and in a matter of seconds the hell descended upon him. A dark silhouette hovered over Zero, a cruel wicked smile made his skin crawl and sharp claws were piercing his chest until they reach the heart and closed around it. The boy was scared, sheer panick made him whimper and suddenly everything faded to black.

Zero was trashing in bed tossing the sheets under him, trembling, sweating and feeling utterly alone as if something was missing, something vital. The vampire hunter buried his face in the fluffy white pillow fighting against the tears that menaced to come out. What was happening with him? All his life was made of pain so why was this different? Zero wasn't going to lose the fight with himself, but this longing for something, for someone, for God knows what, was shredding his inside apart.

The silver haired boy almost jumped in surprise when he heard a light scratch at the door. Yuki opened the door timidly and peered through the darkness at the body sprawled on the bed. Her eyes went wide seeing the traces of tears on Zero's face. She expected anything but that. Was Zero crying because of his craving for blood or there it was another reason?

The sight of the dejected boy on the bed trying to hide his weakness made her heart ache. Without a word she crawled on the bed putting Zero's head in her lap and started to pet him. Yuki always marveled how soft that silver locks were, how silky his skin felt under her touch and how vulnerable the lilac watering eyes were. For a second she felt a strange sting in her heart and a rush of power washed over her at having Zero so helpless in her arms.

The girl wanted to say something but she didn't know what, so Yuki stayed there stroking Zero's beautiful hair, feeling so powerful and helpless at the same time, hoping that someone will help Zero. The brown haired girl shuddered lightly and after smiling mildly at the boy she got out of the room, confusing feelings clashing inside her.

Zero was left alone once again and he felt even more 's presence beside him haven't helped him calm down, on the contrary, but now he felt desoriented and that damn empiness was clawing at his heart again. he wanted so much that at least for once in his life he could let go, he wished that someone else would care for him, making him feel secure.

How nice it must be to be taken care of...No! that was something he wasn't allowed to think of. There was no one who would indulge with an ex-human that was on the verge of going insane, death following in his steps. Sooner or later he will be gone, but until then he had to be strong, he had to protect Yuki, that was the only thing that kept him walking forward. His heart? He wasn't sure he had one anymore. Finally, Zero drifted to a restless sleep, haunted by visions he couldn't understand and that hadn't any connection with him.

Kaname Kuran was staring out the window of his room. The wine colored eyes were cutting through the night, following the movement of two silhouettes. A light smile tugged at the pureblood's lips. What were up to that cousins? Hopefully nothing that required a harsh punishement from him.

The vampire sit on the sofa and thread his fingers through his chocolate hair. The members of his inner circle were occupied with different...activities and were indulging in their whims after Rido's demise. Everyone was feeling great except him. He wished for Yuki in moments like this. The pureblood craved her touch, her beautiful smile, her enticing smell, everything that was her. Instead, he was here all alone because he decided not to wake up Yuki as a pureblood vampire. Kaname was sure that right now the pain of losing her humanity would be too much for the sweet girl. Maybe later. He was used to wait. Let her enjoy her life a little more.

Kaname let his head rest on the arm of the sofa and closed his eyes. Could he be more masochistic than that? He watched Yuki from afar, accepting bits of affection from her while Kyriuu received all the attention. Sometimes, when the ex-human drank his blood as a substitute to keep Yuki safe, the pureblood felt the urge to bite the other ruthlessly, to rip his neck apart, to see him crying and helpless for taking the girl from him.

Kaname smiled bitterly at himself. Who was he trying to fool? Yuki would hate him forever if something like that took place. So, now he was stuck with Zero drinking his blood, keeping this away from...well, from everyone. Moreover, now he had to protect the vampire hunter from the council that demanded him because of his special abilities showed in the war with Rido. The things he was doing for Yuki. At least, now he had someone to vent his anger on, thought the pureblood mischiviously.

Aidou was steping sure of himself through the night, his blue eyes gleaming with excitement. The noble vampire felt as a kid again when he escaped from the manor with Kain to try another spell that he read in an ancient book. He wasn't so captivated by something for a long time, but he had found an old tome in the library, wrote by the great sorcerer Asiral and wanted to experiment.

"Come on, Kain, hurry up! We don't have all night", whisperd Aidou.

"Are you sure it's a good idea?", asked the older boy.

Aidou stopped and turned toward his cousin trying to make the pout resemble a frown. "Look Akatsuki", started the baby blue eyed vampire trying to sound cold. "I'll perform this spell with or without you. I have to!"

"Look Hanabusa", mocked the always bored Kain. " I'm just saying this isn't a good idea. You're trying to perform a spell without deciphering all the runes. it's dangerous for you and for the ones affected", finished the vampire, distaste clear in his amber eyes.

" What can go wrong? It's just a spell for showing the truth of one's wish."

" Don't be stupid Aidou! You're playing with fire", tried Kain to convince him.

" Oh, the irony of you saying this", laughed Aidou looking with eyes full of mirth at his cousin.

" I have a bad feeling about it, but you know I'll stick with your plan", sighed Akatsuki.

" Thanks, you're a great cousin", said Hanabusa happily, bouncing all over the place.

" Let's go and cut it with the drama", replied harshly the older vampire, but a smile grazed his lips seeing his beloved cousin glading through the trees without a worry.

Takuma Ichijou sat in his bed thinking about Shiki. Damn, that...infuriating vampire! He really had to complicate things everytime. The blond vampire didn't know what to do with him anymore. He was so...inabordable after the thing with Rido.

Takuma hated it that Shiki kept the distance like that. His gestures, no matter how simple, were rejected each time. Takuma went to buy him some sweets, Shiki wasn't hungry, he praised him for something, the other vampire turned his back and the one time when the blond touched his shoulder for a well done job, shiki jerked him off and glared at him.

The noble didn't know if he was angry or plain tired of trying. He wasn't asking for much after all, Takuma understood it was difficult for Shiki back then, but he could smile for him at least, damn it! Why were things always simple for the rest of the world and so difficult for him? Great, now he became all paranoid - the world set me up syndrome. What a joy! The vampire let his head fall and bumped it on the desk. Shit! Life is planning to get me!

Aidou had finished all the arrangements for the spell: the circle of red roses, the ruby cristals, the five essences representing the five elements, the three triangular shaped candles, the red ribbon and the ritual knife, all were in place.

" Should we start?", asked chirppily the vampire.

" Aidou, don't be a fool...let's stop", tried for the last time Kain.

" Oh, but won't this help you as well?", smirked Aidou, a dangerous gleam in his eyes.

" This...I mean...I don't...", stuttered the older vampire.

" Come on, the spell will work perfectly and both of us will be happy", smiled Aidou.

" Yeah...maybe we will be, but what if someone else gets involved?", asked Akatsuki resonably.

" Don't worry, no one will. The range extents only around the two of us", reassured him the blonde noble.

" Kaname will kill us when he'll find out", mumbled Akatsuki still having doubts.

" He won't", replied full of confidence Aidou.

" We're dead", stated on a deadpan tone Kain.

" Shut up! Let's start this!", yelled the other suddenly angry at his cousin's reluctance.

" As you wish", mocked Kain bowing to Hanabusa.

" I love you cousin", laughed Aidou at Akatsuki's antics.

" Shut that deceiving mouth of yours, Hanabusa", said Kain, amusement clear in his bright eyes.

The two nobles entered the circles of roses and sit on their kneesthe red ribbon going around the right wrist of Akatsuki and the left one of Aidou, then, grabbing the knife, the blond vampire made little incisions in their palms and started to say the incantation: Feelings are lost, feelings are found/ In the web that we call love/ Seeing the truth from one's shallow wish/ Passing by all the lies/ Even though there's no path back/ Take my words to seal the pact/ Make the heart's wish a fact.

When the last word of the incantation was spoken, a wave of energy stilled the air around the two cousins. Aidou knew that this was the moment and made his wish without a regret: " I want his attention only for me, make him see the truth." At the same time Hanabusa made his wish regarding Kaname, Kain spoke his about Ruka. After they finished, the wave covered the entire grounds of the Cross Academy for a few seconds, then dispersed into thin air.

" We've done it!" said cheerfully Aidou. " Now we have to wait to see if it works."

" No, we have to pray that it doesn't work", said a little annoyed Kain.

" What? Why? Are you an idiot?" pouted Aidou.

" No, but definitely you are one", retaliated the older vampire. " Did you see that it covered the Academy?"

" So? We have to hope no one wished for something stupid", smiled Aidou completely unconcerned.

" You are STUPID!" replied Kain, this time totally enraged that his cousin didn't care that this could be bad. He left, letting the other vampire confused at the burst of anger from him. After all, Kain never got angry at Aidou.