[Kaguya]

Aaron looked at his brother taking his shirt and wrapping himself in it, though looked a little guilty as he did so "W-won't you get cold Richard?" he asked looking to the floor, he was afraid what might happen if their parents found out he was the cause of his brother being ill. Hearing his brother saying that they could have went home if he knew now to drive but he knew at their age there was no such luck. He moved into Richard's lap and cuddled into him nuzzled him trying to ignore the thunder that petrified him so much.

[Uzekins]

Richard wrapped his arms around Aaron's frail waist, pulling him closer so they would both stay warm. He also Did it because it would help calm Aaron around a storm like this. "I won't get sick if we stay warm this way" Richard smirked, knowing full well his immune system would kick any chance of a cold. He eventually rubbed Aaron's back to help calm him once they were warmer, wanting to stretch his arms a bit as well.

He nearly fell asleep from the body heat after a while as the storm was starting to let up. What made him snap awake was the sound of people walking around outside after what seemed to be hours waiting for the storm to let up.

[Kaguya]

Aaron looked at his brother smiling a little nodding to what was said he was naive on such matters and so didn't question his brother's intentions though history had shown him that he likely should as he wasn't treated overly well by his family. Feeling his brother's rubbing his back he whimpered a little as it felt nice, soothing him to the point he was calm even as the next thunderbolt hit.

He opened his eyes after a while of being in a semi sleep state as he heard feet moving around the limo. He began to panic as he didn't realize that the rain had stopped. His eyes went to the door as it opened the driver looked in "Young sir are you okay?" his eyes on Richard as he spoke.

[Uzekins]

Richard protectively held Aaron as the door opened, calming some as he noticed it was their driver. "Yes. How about we go home now" He more than demanded in a hushed undertone, not liking how long they had to wait out in the storm for the mall to open up.

He was tired still, sitting up and sliding Aaron off his lap so he could adjust and stretch before allowing him back to the safety and warmth. When they'd get home, he would hope the staff would have something nourishing and warm for them to eat. He also noted Aaron would probably need a nice hot bath as would he.

[Kaguya]

The sriver looked at the two and couldn't help thinking that something could have went on but didn't think that the two would do something so stupid, even if they had,it wasn't his place to comment he was just a servant of the household and his pay check and pension where on the line if he upset Richard. "As you wish young sir, sorry to have kept you waiting." it wasn't his fault though he knew better than not to be apologetic even under these circumstances.

Closing the door he moved into the driver's seat setting off as soon as he strapped himself in, mumbling how much of a brat Richard was in a hushed tone not wanting to anger the youth anymore than he already was, then again he knew if the parent's knew how he caught them then there would be a good chance that they would chew at least one of them a new one without a second thought, but knew the one that would get the blame would be the one that never done anything to gain any of the punishments he received and that was something he and the other staff tried to prevent at all costs.

Aaron never said anything through out the whole exchange with the driver but bit his lip after he left "I-it wasn't his fault, you shouldn't be mad at him." he whispered not wanting to anger his brother his eyes going to Elissa "Elissa says that you've been nice to me today, but she's says I shouldn't get to use to it, you'll change when mummy and daddy get back." deep inside he feared that but for the moment he wanted to cherish this time with his brother even if it was fake.

When they got home the Driver opened the door helping Richard out bowing a little as he did so, he wanted to help Aaron out to but was unsure how the other would take it so allowed Aaron to make his own way out and watched as he ran to the house as if death itself was chasing him, in his arms the Victorian doll he now carried. Sighing "Your parents have to tight a collar around his neck." he looked at Richard, on this occasion he didn't care if he was heard as he hoped Richard would agree with him.

Inside the house Aaron made his way to his room and closed the door knowing his curfew was only a few minutes away. As much as he was hungry he wasn't going to be punished for not being in his room and ready to go to bed over a meal. He never even bothered to get changed into warmer dry clothing instead he just climbed into bed with what he was wearing in time to hear his room door click letting him know he was locked in for the night.

[Uzekins]

Richard sighed, heading up to his room after he'd lost sight of Aaron. He assumed he was in his room. He would swing by later on after a nice hot shower, possibly with something for them to eat if he played his cards right with the kitchen staff. He would also plan to stay in that room as well, just to force himself into the habit of being Around Aaron more.

After his long shower, Richard went down to the kitchen, talking amongst the staff there and telling them about their day. He knew they'd pity Aaron over the storm and would probably allow some sort of meal or snack, or so he hoped.

[Kaguya]

Hearing about the day the chef reheated some soup he had made earlier in the day "You see, I told you it would rain..." he sighed shaking his head "Poor Aaron never stood a chance, he's been scared of storms ever sin--" he was cut off by one of the maids covering his mouth with her hand "Do you really want to get fired for mentioning that you oof?" she asked him going to get a bowl for Aaron ready "Some of the meat will still be warm so make him some sandwiches." she muttered, the chef laughing nodding "Good idea he does like warm meat sandwiches" they went around their task happily. Once finished they handed the tray to Richard the maid placing a small bowl of warm rice pudding with some jam in the middle on the tray "Don't hurt him." she ushered, yes Richard was the young lord of the house but as the servants they held power if they went on strike.

When Richard finally got to Aaron's room he'd be half dangling off the bed fast asleep though tossing and turning Richard's shirt torn to pieces at the door looking almost blood drenched.

[Uzekins]

Richard calmly yet quickly walked to the desk to deposit the tray of food before climbing up on the bed and sitting close to Aaron, trying to sooth him by petting his head. "shh, I'm here. I've brought some food up." He sighed when he wasn't getting anywhere by doing little things, instead deciding to hold Aaron in place by straddling him as he tried to access the damage and why his own shirt was ruined in such little time.

[Kaguya]

Aaron couldn't hear his brother's voice as he spoke, so showed little to no effect on him, and feeling his head being touched he cried out "I-I'll be good, p-please don't hurt me... please daddy..." his voice showing true fear as he screamed out not once did his eyes show signs of opening. As he was straddled he tried to curl almost cower in fear tears streaming from his eyes as he whimpered settling down a little.

On inspection of his top there would be no signs of him being hurt in anyway, though there would be a few latent scars from his youth that happened years ago, after a few moment his eyes darted open and he sat up in a cold sweat screaming only to fall back whimpering and crying his eyes not closing almost as if he was afraid to do it.

[Uzekins]

Richard backed off a little once Aaron woke more, sliding off of him and instead pulling him close. "shhh. You're okay now. It's just me." He stroked Aaron's back gently, trying to get him to realize he was fine and safe and secure. Whatever had him thrashing about, Richard thought might have been a dream.

[Kaguya]

Aaron looked to Richard as he slid off he was petrified and had no idea what he was even doing in his room, he must have known there was no escape for him now until the locks opened the following morning. More so he knew he was at his brothers mercy until the morning. As he was pulled up he let out a sharp release of air as he wasn't expecting it and as he was held close began to shake believing that it was some ploy to gain his trust. "I-I won't say anything I promise..." he tried to move off the bed allowing Richard to have use of it believing it was his right as favoured to have the little comfort the room had to offer.

[Uzekins]

Richard sighed, shaking his head. "Not going to do anything to you. I brought food." He got up, bringing the tray over. "It's probably cold again now, but it's still food." He crawled back into the bed once he placed the tray safely in a secluded spot before picking it up again while sliding Aaron back into his lap. He offered the food to Aaron first. "Don't want this to go to waste do you? They saved this for you" He knew he could have whatever he'd wanted but right now he just wanted Aaron to eat. He could go down later and get something.

[Kaguya]

"I'm not hungry." the voices around the room telling him not to trust Richard that he had done something to it, that they would be angry with him if he touched it. He closed his eyes and looked away from the food but his stomach betrayed him as he smelt the warm gammon sandwich and growled. Watching as Richard moved off the bed he moved to get off it and sat on the floor knowing his parents would say it was where he belonged when Richard or themselves came into his cell.

"It's still warm" he replied seeing some steam rise from everything on the plate, his stomach demanding food, but he wouldn't touch it in fear what they would do if he even thought about it. "I'm being good." he whispered trying to appease those in the room. When he was pulled back into his brother's lap done so without fuss whimpering a little "Y-you should have it, you can't get out until the door opens tomorrow." he didn't want his brother to starve for the night that was sure.

[Uzekins]

Richard thought a moment, trying to see why it was such a big deal. "I will id you will" He figured those voices he was warned about were doing something to his thinking. He wasn't in a good state of mind. He figured if he ate some then Aaron would be able to, seeing as it would be safe. He really didn;t know what to do once his parents would be back, knowing they'd expect him to fall in line like he'd been trained to do since day one.

[Kaguya]

Aaron shook his head "You have to eat it, if you get sick I'll be punished...." he knew for a fact that's what would happen it happened every time even if he had nothing to do with it. Climbing off Richard he moved back on the floor where he rolled under the bed almost like a kid who was looking for protection and to keep himself small "Mummy and daddy will be back tomorrow." he knew that their nana would be there for a week but considering the storm that had just happened would have grounded their parents so they would have to rescheduled their meeting in Athens.

[Uzekins]

Richard sighed, trying his best not to give up. His patience was slipping a bit but he tried his best not to get angry. He slipped off the bed and knelt down to try and coax Aaron out. "I don't want to sleep without you there with me. At least stay with me." He didn't bother reaching under the bed, knowing it was better to let Aaron decide for himself.