For several weeks Kellyn had numerous sessions with Akiko. If at first he was contenting himself to draw when the adult had his "back turned", now he communicated a little more with his words.

The therapist had been a big help, reassuring the boy and trying to understand what he was trying to say through his art. Said art that depicted fragments of memories the brunet suffered from for years, and even more when he was in a coma.

Although in the end... The teenager said almost nothing to him about it. The auburn-eyed one had to rely on the young Ranger's reactions and drawings to try to untangle this thorny situation. Fortunately he quickly understood that the youngest had recovered a lot of memories coming from his early childhood. But unfortunately, the teen didn't know how to handle them.

So he decided to contact the parents to try to understand a little better what was going on...Because this made no fucking sense!

- Thank you for coming so quickly....I'm sorry to have invited you in such a hurry. But the situation seemed urgent to me.

In front of him were the 2 Gungnir parents. If the father was sitting straight, his arms crossed across his chest, his gaze relatively neutral but also worried, the mother, she...It was a whole different story. Her body was curled up, while her gaze stared at the therapist with apprehension and concern.

Strangely, it was her who answered him first.

- It's nothing, sir. It's our job as parents to be there when needed.

The one with auburn pupils smiled slightly, before resuming a serious expression.

- As you know, it's been a few weeks since you entrusted your son to me. And I witnessed things that were to say the least...Interesting.

- Which mean...?

This time, the husband spoke, seeming not to want to burden his wife with this painful task.

- At first, I thought he was trying to represent you, Mrs. Gungnir, but... As the sessions progressed, I realized that was not the case. And I would like to have your opinion.

The therapist took a deep breath then pushed towards the couple the notebook on which Kellyn drew during his sessions. It was open at a specific page: the one representing the woman with the long caramel hair.

-...Do you know this woman?

The couple of farmers were taken by surprise, and more particularly the mother, because upon seeing the drawing, she suddenly gasped. The 2 looked at each other for a moment, before the strawberry blonde concentrated completely on the notebook.

She took the object in her hands, and stared at the illustration for a long moment, her lips sealed. When finally, she took a deep breath and looked up at the confused and curious therapist.

- She's...She's Kellyn's-

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- Kell? Everything's good? Do you need a break?

The redhead took his comrade's hand in one of his own, while he put the other on his opposite shoulder in order to bring it closer to him.

-....

The oldest leaned his head slightly towards Kellyn, his gaze filled with concern.

- There is shade under that tree over there. Do you want to sit down?

When he saw the brunet nodding slowly, Keith then began to guide them to the desired location. Once that was done, he made his boyfriend sit down and then moved to his side...However, they were not alone.

- [Oh by Arceus, are you okay?!]

- [Do you need water, my friend...?]

- [ You are hurt? I can use Heal Bell if you want!]

Indeed, in addition to their Partner Pokemons, who had settled near them, a whole band of small fox Pokemons surrounded them. It was the 8 Eeveelitions as well as a small Eevee.

-...I...I-I'm fine. Just...A little tired. I just need a break.

The 11th Top Ranger immediately settled comfortably against his comrade, who wrapped his arms around him. They were then joined by their furry companions, who spread themselves all around them, making sure to keep them warm and safe.

How did they get there? Easy: they were participating in some kind of competition organized by a bored Murph. The goal was simple: Participants had to bring ALL existing Eeveelitions to the Union in order to win the prize.

If at the beginning, Kellyn was quite frankly not interested because of fatigue, the redhead convinced him to try so that he could take his mind off things. That's why now they found themselves in the middle of nowhere to look for a Leafeon, which they had found by the way.

Besides, the only non-evolved fox had snuggled up in the arms of the one with teal eyes, in order to be able to reassure him, most likely. It wasn't like since Keith broke the curse he kept freaking out over nothing!...And not anymore sleeping too.

...What do you mean it was already the case before?

- Do you feel better, my Angel?

- I'm not dying, so I guess I am.

- I take that as a no.

The Ranger from Fiore planted a small kiss on the top of the head of his counterpart from Almia, who giggled sincerely. Quiet settled in soon after, letting the surrounding sounds fill their ears.

The brunet then took advantage of this moment of peace to close his eyes, and empty his mind. He didn't try to fall asleep, though.

If at first everything was fine, very quickly images began to pass in front of him. Painfully familiar images.

So he felt his body tense as he took a deep breath.

- / Come on, you can do it. These are just pictures. Nothing more./

...But he couldn't do it. There was far too much pain. His being couldn't manage, causing him to hyperventilate.

- Kell, Kell! Calm down, breathe!

The boy's eyes flew open, his gaze meeting the tender but worried one of the other.

- Breathe my Angel, breathe. You are safe.

While the teenager stared at the crimson pupils, their owner took the opportunity to tenderly caress the brown hair. The Eeveelitions, upon sensing the panicked state of the Ranger, immediately began to purr.

This, combined with his boyfriend's gentle gestures, allowed Kellyn to calm both his body and his mind. Slowly but surely, he gradually regained a state of serenity sufficient for him to be able to function properly again.

-...T-Thank you.

- No problem, my Angel.

The 2 exchanged a brief kiss, making them smile, although the brunet's smile seemed more...Sad. This did not escape the redhead who began to cuddle him.

-...Do you want to talk about it?

Kellyn was surprised by the proposal and initially wanted to refuse, except that upon seeing the worried expression of his boyfriend, he changed his mind. Could he really...?

-...It's a long story. Are you sure you want to listen?

- Yes of course! Ever since THAT night you seem to be...Brooding over something. I don't know what it is, but know that you don't have to go through this alone. I'm here. Fischl is here. Sapphire too... In short, you are not alone.

The younger fell silent in surprise before chuckling a crystal laugh, his shoulders relaxing almost instantly.

- Oh....! I don't deserve any of you...!

Keith, upon seeing that his partner was badmouthing himself, kissed him passionately before pouting.

- What did we say? We don't badmouth ourselves!

...Oh sweet Arceus, he was so cute!...He was blushing, wasn't he?

- S-Sorry...!

The crimson gaze softened considerably when he noticed the timid state of the other boy. He even became a little playful, rubbing his face against the scarlet one's of the 11th Top Ranger.

- Alright, I forgive you this time.

A loving smile immediately appeared on his lips when he heard Kellyn's innocent laugh. Like what, being cheesy was useful!

- Thank you Sunrise. Honestly, I don't know if I would have lasted so long without you!

...Unfortunately, that smile withered just as quickly as it had blossomed.

- What do you mean?

Ah. He had slipped, huh?

- N-Nothing! I-It's just that-

Suddenly, the brunet stopped in his sentence, getting a raised troubled eyebrow from his comrade. He sighed in defeat, then took a moment to weigh his words before whispering softly:

-...I feel like I'm going crazy. My head...It's filled with these...Images. And they hurt me, so badly...! I don't know what to do....!

Sobs escaped loudly from his throat when his tirade was over, taking the redhead by surprise, who reflexively began to pamper him. A long moment passed, the stillness of nature accentuating the 11th Top Ranger's distress even more, until Keith took a deep breath, catching the boy's attention.

- Keith...?

- You know, me too, certain images come to my mind, sometimes. Most- No, almost all of them are not very happy. I think the oldest one is when my mother yelled at me because I couldn't walk with my back straight. I could never forget her disappointed look.

The teal pupils widened in shock. W-What? Was Keith's mother...?

- In fact, her and my father are the main source of these images. I still remember those damn dance lessons, or those stupid etiquette lessons. At first, I didn't understand why they made me do this and why they got so angry, to the point of depriving me of food if I didn't reach a certain level.

He paused as he watched his boyfriend's face crumble as he spoke. His expression saddened as he kissed his dark hair with great gentleness.

-...But now I understand. My family is rich. Really rich. And my parents want a perfect heir who will be able to both take over my father's business, as well as a slave who will obey the slightest of their orders....Just like the guests who beg them on their knees. You know, if it wasn't for my striking resemblance to my father, I wouldn't be surprised if my mother revealed to me that I'm not his son!

The redhead felt his partner tighten his hold on him even more. Ah...He was furious, it seemed. However, he didn't stop there.

-...But there were a few moments of happiness. My uncle has always loved me, and respected my choices. When he saw that I didn't care about the family business, and preferred to be a Ranger...He sent me to the Ranger School behind my parents' backs.

He chuckled softly at the memory, wondering what would have become of him if his uncle hadn't been there! The one with crimson pupils was pulled out of his daydreaming by the loving touch of his boyfriend's hand on his cheek. Meeting his gaze, he saw affection and guilt dancing inside the teal eyes.

- I'm sorry. Sorry you had to suffer so much. I blame myself for forcing my problems on you while you contain all this pain inside you...

The older teen blinked softly, puzzled before bursting into laughter. It was neither mocking nor sarcastic, but affectionate.

- Aw~ You and your heart of gold! I don't deserve you...~

He planted a warm kiss on the lips of his partner, who tried desperately to give him the tenderness he deserved. Aw....~ He was so adorable!~

- But thanks anyway. You...you don't know how heartwarming it is to know that you care about me. Being a Ranger has always been a symbol of freedom to me. I wanted to prove that I was someone, not my parents' puppet, but indeed Keith Dazzle. The 12th Top Ranger and the one who was lucky enough to become your boyfriend.

Keith announced this with such sincerity that it took the brunet back. Said brunet who felt himself turning red like a magnificent peony.

- That's why I don't regret what happened since Ranger School. Meeting you, my journey in Fiore, our Missions as Top Rangers...I have absolutely no regrets. And I hope you feel the same way.

The younger boy couldn't help a big grin from appearing on his face as he brushed a few scarlet locks back into place.

- The feeling is mutual, Sunrise.

And so, the young boy closed the distance with his partner, drawing him into a loving and comforting kiss. It was very rare to see Kellyn being dominant, however it didn't bother the other Ranger who was melting under the ocean of love he was receiving.

Unfortunately, they had to separate due to lack of air, but that didn't bother them. They had already said everything to each other with this loving gesture, after all.

- I love you, Kellyn. You don't know how much I love you.

This statement made the brunet chuckle softly, and he no longer fought the loving look that could be read on his features.

- Maybe not, but I sincerely hope that mine is enough for you.

A brief silence was heard before it was royally broken by the giggles of the 12th Top Ranger.

- Haha! Good Arceus, you and your modesty! You know, I don't think there are many people capable of sacrificing the WORLD for their partner! But you did. And without the slightest hesitation! So don't come and tell me that your love is insignificant!

Keith almost shouted his last words, earning himself a touched look from his boyfriend. He remained silent afterward, enjoying the other teen's cuddles, before his gaze fell on the bracelet dangling from his wrist.

A dreamy smile then appeared on the redhead's face who took the boy's left hand in his. He seemed to think for a moment and then began to shower it with small kisses.

- K-Keith...?

Sweet Mew, what was he doing there...? Whatever the reason, it was extremely bad for Kellyn's heart, who could hear himself screaming internally...And for Arceus' sake, he knew that Fischl was making fun the Hell out of him!

-....My Angel. Can I promise you something?

- A-A promise...? U-Uh of course.

The youngest raised an eyebrow, confused and surprised, while the smile of his comrade widened.

- When we'll be adults...I will marry you.

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- W-W-W-What?!! M-Marry me...?!

The redhead pouted, disappointed and sad.

- Does it bother you...?

- N-No! W-Well- Argh!!!...Oh sweet Mew, do you realize what you just came up with...?

The brunet, who had hidden his face behind his available hand, gently withdrew it, revealing the soft scarlet color he had taken. His teal pupils sparkled with euphoria, love but also apprehension.

- With all these princess snobs and their marriage proposals that my parents sent me? Then, yup. I am fully aware of what this implies.

Kellyn didn't think he could get even redder, but guess Arceus wanted to prove him wrong. Despite this, he felt his heart become much lighter as it pounded gently.

-...Are you sure you won't regret it?

- Nope.

This declaration made the one with the teal eyes smile, who squeezed with tenderness the hand which imprisoned his.

- I see...

- So...Do you accept this promise...?

The crimson eyes were filled with hope, and stared apprehensively at the young Ranger, waiting for his answer. The latter sighed slowly, then gave his an adorable smile.

- I accept.

Keith's face suddenly lit up as he hugged his boyfriend again, practically screaming with joy.

- Oh by Arceus! I'm happy! I am so happy...!!

The brunet, who had found his head against the chest of the older one, felt something wet come into contact with his hair. Wait...Was he crying...?

- K-Keith?! A-Are you crying?!

- Of joy. These are tears of joy, don't worry.

Kellyn, satisfied with this answer, then began to purr with happiness, making his partner coo even more.

Ah.....~ When had he felt such euphoria in his life? Maybe when the redhead confessed in an unorthodox way. But that didn't matter now, because he had just been asked to marry him.

Even though they were still too young for that, the teal-eyed one felt, deep in his heart, that Keith was going to keep his promise no matter the cost and the consequences.

For the first time in weeks, his little world was filled with joy and light.

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I-I can....I caaan see you...!

Oh, I missed you, so mu-u-u-uch!

Please, don't-t-t leave me...!