AN: Sorry for the long wait everyone! Thank you for your patients and support!

_Free day_

^Saturday, 3:00 A.M.^

Rin's POV

The day before, Shima stayed and comforted Rin the rest of the night. Once the blue headed demon fell asleep, he covered him and pulled a desk chair to the edge of the bed. Yukio and Shima conversed on and off throughout the night. To say the least, they were worried sick. Yukio had to take phone calls all night, most likely concerning the barrier break. Oddly enough, Yukio hadn't mentioned his nii-san's behavior. One could tell it was bothering him, though.

At the present time (noon) Shima was asleep by Rin. He let out a quiet moan. He turned over and collided with a soft wall.

'I don't remember that ever being here… or the wall feeling soft… or smelling of cinnamon…'

He cuddled into the soft warmth.

He jerked as he felt something wrapping around his small waist. Rin's eyes popped open. He came face to face with a pail, yet slightly tan, chest. Realizing what was happening, he sported a blush that could rival the reddest tomato. Trying to wiggle out of the embarrassing but very comfortable embrace, the arms tightened. Giving up, he snuggled into Shima's hold.

"Mmm…"

Tilting his head up, blue eyes met brown eyes.

"GAAAAAAHHH!"

THUMP

Rin bent over the edge and peeped at his face planted friend. He giggled as he watched the pink headed monk scramble to stand up. Acting as calm as possible, yet failing, he gracefully sat at the edge of the bed.

"Nice shot, slick. Veeerrryyy cool. Handled that very well."

"Whatever mumble mumble…"

Nudging his friends head playfully, Rin stood and stretched. His furry blue tail swayed when Shima laughed.

"Someone seems lively today. Feeling any better? You scared me yesterday. Didn't know what happened until you fell asleep." He laid his head against the pillows.

Rin turned and opened the window, letting the soothing summer breeze waft through the air. "I actually feel tons better. I don't feel antsy or freaked out. Sorry I scared you bro." He sheepishly put a hand behind his head.

"It's alright. You couldn't help it." Shima smiled at the pink cheeked demon across from him.

RUMBLE

They both stared at Rin's stomach.

"I guess it's time for food." The pink haired teen laughed out.

Smiling, Rin and Shima got ready for another adventure… Praying they wouldn't get "attacked" again.

3:25 A.M.

Since they had to put on their battle armor, because nobody knows what would happen in the dark. Only true heroes are ready for anything… as they both believe.

As for dressing attire, Shima is wearing a pink t-shirt with a green guitar on the front, with dark blue sweatpants. On his head, a football helmet (only the Lord knows where they got it) and in his hands, a baseball bat.

Rin has on a dark blue shirt with the kanji symbol 'Peace' in red on the front. Red sweatpants to match. He is using the Koma sword as his weapon, with a pillow duck taped to his head. Both Shima and Rin have towels wrapped around their necks (like a cape) to make them seem a little manlier… it was Shima's idea.

They both were on the floor observing a map they drew of the dorm.

Rin speaks up, "Alright, first of all, we need to be ready for anything. We got that situation covered. Now is the process of maneuvering to the kitchen without looking like wusses and pansies… That's about all I got. Any more ideas, bud?"

"From the way it looks, we need to stick to the walls. Stay in the shadows. Whatever was about to get us last time doesn't need to expect us again! I'm still convinced it was a giant killer grasshopper…"

"I don't blame you. We could have died down there. We've got to stay strong!" He throws his fist in the air dramatically.

After their over dramatic moment, they proceeded with caution down the dorm hallways. Kuro stayed in the room, thinking this whole thing was just a waste of time.

'Shiro, if you can hear me, why did you leave me here alone with these idiots?'