Way to the Dawn [Eng Version]

Chapter XI: Altru Tower 1st Part

- Please know that this also applies to me. The world can burn or enter an apocalyptic state, I don't care. YOU are my priority, and I will do everything in my power to protect you. Even if I have to sacrifice the world for it.

Keith approached his face slightly, never deviating his crimson gaze from the teal one.

-...You know, if I have to prove to you again and again my love and my devotion until you accept it...So be it. I accept the challenge.

And he pressed his lips against the other teen's with force, kissing him passionately. Said teen tensed for a moment before every muscle in his body suddenly relaxed. The tension left him abruptly, causing him to melt into his boyfriend's warm arms.

Ah.....He was crying again, wasn't he?

The kiss ended quickly, however it didn't bother them that much, as they had said everything they wanted with that single sign of affection.

- Everything is fine my Angel....You are not alone...Whether it's Fischl, Sapphire, Rhythmi, Kate or myself....We love you and won't let you down. It's an oath.

The redhead then affectionately rubbed their 2 heads together, snatching a nice smile from his partner. Although this expression fell almost immediately.

-...Do you think we can do it...?

- I don't think this is the right time to doubt our abilities, right?

- Hypocrite.

- Haha, I know!

The two chuckled, somewhat amused and nervous.

-...Let's do it together then.

The younger boy tilted his head slightly, confused.

- We have already proven over and over again that we are capable of anything as a team, haven't we? So, we just have to do it as usual: as a team, and everything will be fine.

The older of the two took a deep breath, effectively calming his raw nerves. He then gave a big bright smile to the brunet who just gently kissed his cheek in return.

-...We start as a team, we end as a team, huh....? Alright, so let's do it, Partner.

Keith squealed with delight, jumping up and down in euphoria. This sight greatly amused the one with teal eyes.

- Come on Sunrise, we have a mission to accomplish.

- Haha, sorry.~

The redhead gave a gentle headbutt to the boy who gladly returned his affection.

-...But you're right. Operation Brighton is not going to happen on it's own! It's time to conquer this tower of Hell!

Kellyn nodded, his gaze filled with a new steely determination. Out of the corner of his eye, he noticed their partner Pokemons approaching them, looking reassured.

- Oh...Were you scared? Sorry, that wasn't our intention.

- (You two don't have to apologize. I fully understand that this whole situation is stressing you to death! Honestly, Sapph and I are no better...)

- { Hmmm...~ Better crack now than later after all. And you, you big-hearted idiot; learn to accept the fact that we care about you. Let yourself be loved, protected and pampered for once!}

- I'll do my best.

His declaration greatly reassured the creatures, especially the Staraptor who enveloped him in her immense wings. The teenager accepted the hug, purring in the warmth of the bird.