Fluffy ending like I promised. Hope you enjoyed the whole story! I still have cookies left for reviewers!

Jakotsu's PoV

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I woke up from my dream; not from a nightmare, just one of those silly dreams that make no sense, the ones that normal people have. I guess it's kinda odd to be incredibly happy after having a dream about talking books and trees growing from my toes, but I really am happy. I opened my eyes and I'm lying in a soft bed, covered with a warm blanket, and Bankotsu is in my arms. The early morning sun is shining in the window and his room is illuminated by the white rays of sunlight. I love Bankotsu's room, and his entire home. His family is so great, and I really have the feeling they like me, that I am welcome in their home. I take a peek at the mattress I should have slept on, which is lying empty on the floor, and grin sleepily. Bankotsu said his parents are understood and they will give us their blessing, but we decided not to tell them about our relationship just yet. For now it remains our secret; although, I have a feeling his sister is smiling in a knowing way when she looks at us.

Suikotsu, of course, is the one who already knows the secret. And he's been a lot of help to us too. I smile as I remember the night we left Camp Kurisutaru; he helped me to get Bankotsu in his car, and together we got mine and Bankotsu's stuff from our cabin. His parents kept yelling the whole time; he ignored them completely. The bullies stood there, looking stupid, too confused to say a word. When we were ready to leave, Suikotsu's father shouted, "Where do you think you'll go? You can't get a job, you can't pay your rent, and you can't do anything without our support!"

Suikotsu looked at him, blinked and said, "You'll see." Then we stepped in the car and left the place. Once we left the camp, we looked at each other and started to laugh like hell. And after I got over the laughing, I started crying hysterically. But it was only the aftershock; I don't think I've ever felt such relief in my life.

After Bankotsu woke up in the backseat, we took some time to decide where to go. His parents were still on the cruise he had told me about. "But my sister Kasumi is home," he said. And so Suikotsu dropped us at Bankotsu's place, where a party seemed to be going on in full force. Suikotsu laughed at our faces, wished us luck and headed over to his own apartment. He's been calling me regularly; things are starting to look up for him too. He got a job in a nearby hospital. He's temporarily working as a trainee, but his boss realizes he isn't crazy and will probably give him permanent job soon. As for me and Bankotsu, after Suikotsu had driven away we walked into his house, careful not to step on any of the party guests. We were pretty sure his sister wouldn't notice us if we went to say hello, she was currently dancing on the kitchen table; so we just headed upstairs to Bankotsu's room, told one half-naked couple to get the fuck out of there, locked the door and fell asleep on his bed almost immediately. To say that Kasumi was angry next morning would be an understatement; she practically screamed at us for half an hour about leaving the camp and disturbing her party. Shaking her head, she seemed to have gotten it out of her system, cuz she hugged us both and went to make us breakfast. After that, things have been sweet.

For now I am still living in the orphanage, but my birthday will be in few days and I've already gotten a few job interviews. Besides, I spend a lot of time at Bankotsu's place. The future looks good; I'll be able to leave my past behind and start a new life with him beside me. Last night, when we laid awake in his bed until three in the morning, talking quietly, he said he'd be with me forever. It makes me feel warm and incredibly happy just to think about it. I know that after we get over the first infatuation, things won't feel this joyful all the time. But for now I'm enjoying the unbelievable feeling of peace that fills me every time I look at him. Besides, I don't think this is just a crush; it has to be something more... My thoughts are disturbed as Bankotsu slowly stirs awake; he opens his blue eyes, giving me a sleepy smile, and I feel my heart melting from love.

"Whatcha thinking?" he asks, yawning.

I give him a kiss on forehead. "You," I answer, and as he cuddles closer to me, I once again start to drift off to sleep. But instead of fighting it like I once used to, I welcome the sleep with open arms... Because I never have nightmares when he sleeps next to me.

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The End (for now at least...)