Hello there everyone! I have a new fanfic to start! I couldn't wait to start this actually :3 It's inspired by another fanfic I read by Ag-ro-tag called Above Best Friend, and I thought something similar but completely different would be a good idea. Yes, I am going to completely change it (because I don't want to steal a great idea from an amazing author) so I'll try my best. I hope you like it. It will start off with the end of a Lucky relationship, but this is purely Laven. I do not support Lucky and is only used since I needed someone to date Lavi and having Kanda do it wouldn't work out. (and Lenalee wouldn't for reasons you will read about later.) Enjoy :3
Disclaimer: I do not own D. Gray-Man or Gone Forever by Three Days Grace.
Butterflies... I hate butterflies. Butterflies are the obsession of the man who just broke my heart... or who assisted in it anyways. It wasn't entirely his fault about what happened. He cheated on me, but every man I've dated so far has. I don't blame them. Every woman I date has no problem staying together with me, in fact, I was the one to break up with most of them. It's who the men I dated cheat on me with, and Tyki Mikk was no exception. He was an excellent lover. He was drop dead gorgeous, very charismatic, and somewhat loyal. Until he met the slut that stole him from me.
This certain slut was impossible to get rid of. She was 18, 5 foot 6, had a nice figure and was well developed, had alluring red hair and deep emerald green eyes. She was very smart and witty (which was how she stole my men from me), outgoing, and just had that personality that everyone loves. It annoyed me to no end how she could do this to me over and over again, but she really is impossible to get rid of. She's my little sister.
Time after time, I introduce my boyfriends to her and my grandfather, and she takes them from me. I always find them fooling around when I get back from work. That's how I always find my lovers cheating on me. It kills me how she knows their my boyfriends, but she tries to steal them from me anyways. I don't know why she's so hell bent on screwing up my love life. I hadn't even introduced Tyki to my family, but she had found a way to get her little claws in him.
Now today, there sat the familiar black car with purple butterfly stickers on the back windshield in our driveway. I scowled a bit at the car. Tyki was here and was most likely making out with my sister on my couch. I placed my motorcycle helmet on my seat before stomping inside. The bang of the front door separated the two sitting on the couch. I rolled my eyes and continued on into the kitchen. I saw Tyki get up and follow me. I tried to ignore him and open the fridge for a drink, but he followed me, leaning on our kitchen counter.
"What is it, Tyki?" I asked shutting the door after finding a Dr. Pepper to drink. I snapped open the top of the can and drank some glaring at Tyki. He looked somewhat sad yet amused (like always).
"I just wanted to apologize to you. I haven't seen you since our break up a month ago. We separated in such an ugly way," he started.
"You cheated on me. With my younger sister!" I said leaving the room. Tyki tried to keep up with me.
"I know, but it really is hard resisting her. You just don't understand since she's your sister," Tyki tried again.
"So that's your big excuse huh? You're sorry for cheating on me because 'it's really hard to resist her?'" I scoffed going upstairs to my room. Tyki followed closely behind me. He grabbed my hand and I turned to face him.
"Wait. That came out wrong, and that's not why I'm sorry. I'm sorry because this hurt you, and I never wanted to hurt you. I love you. I really do love you, but the physical attraction to her is hard to ignore," he smiled hopefully at me. I feigned a smile.
"Well, you don't have to worry about that struggle anymore. I'm never going to take you back," my smiled dropped as I pulled my hand away and slammed the door in his face. I locked it quickly and stayed by the door. The handle jiggled as Tyki tried to open the door.
"Wait! Can't we please just talk about this?" Tyki asked desperately. I went over to my desk and turned on my ipod and ipod dock. I played any song (didn't really care at the moment) and turned the volume on really loud.
"What was that? I'm afraid I can't hear you!" I shouted through my door. I heard mumbles when he tried to speak, but he eventually gave up and went back downstairs to my sister. I smirked and turned on my computer. When I waited for it to boot up, I really listened to the song.
I feel so, much better,
now that you're gone forever
I tell myself, that I don't miss you at all
I'm not lying, denying
that i feel so much better now, that you're gone forever
I smirked at the song playing and turned it up a bit more. This song had helped me through many of these break-ups before, and I hoped it wouldn't be any different this time. My computer was ready soon, so I logged on and got on the internet. I logged onto my online college classes to get my assignments. As I read through them all, I continued listening to the song.
Now things are coming clear
And I don't need you here
And in this world around me
I'm glad you disappeared
So I'll stay out all night
And drink and fucking fight
Until the morning comes I'll
Forget about our life
As the chorus started playing, I couldn't help but to sing along and strum my fingers on my desk to the beat. My mood lightened as I gained more confidence from the song. I finished checking all of my assignments and started completely rocking out to the song. I even stood up on my desk chair and pretended to play the air guitar. A knock at my door stopped my stardom and I crashed to the floor, my legs tangled in the arms of my chair. The door opened, though it was locked to show my sister coming in grinning at me. Just as I was about to ask how she got it open, I noticed the cotton-less ear swab in her hand. I sighed and started freeing myself from my chair.
"I know you're going to be mad at me for a while, but I thought I should let you know, that you're going to be late to work if you keep playing rock star like that," she smirked down at me. I glared at her and she shrugged. "Hey, I'm just watching out for you, big bro. I wouldn't want you to get fired."
"Because that would be tragic," I rolled my eye and pushed myself up, finally free from my chair. I turned off my computer and glared at my sister. "You know, I wouldn't have to work so hard if you would just get a job too." She feigned an innocent shock.
"What? Are you suggesting that I, you're sweet, adorable, innocent little sister get a job in the cruel cruel world?" she pouted. I scoffed and brushed by her.
"As far as I'm concerned, you could become a prostitute or a stripper. You're good at stealing men," I said going downstairs. I heard her huff and chase after me.
"You don't really hate me do you? I don't mean to steal your boyfriends... We just have the same taste in men," she said quickly.
"Whatever, I'm going to work. I'll see you later, Kayla," I said going out to our driveway. I strapped on my motorcycle helmet as I watched he stand by the door. She waved me good-bye and I gave a short wave before driving off.
I know that I'm a bit harsh to Kayla, but I do love her. Everything I say is just out of a blind rage and doesn't last that long. She knows it too which is why we can somewhat stand each other. Before either of us even started dating, we used to be really close. We would always play together and give each other advice. That was years ago though... That was before our parents died.
They were both flying for business trips, and their flights usually meet up at some point. When their flights met up and they were close to home, their plane crashed. Kayla and I were still kinda young at the time, so we moved in with our grandfather who had already retired. He left retirement to work for us. Once I turned 18, I decided to help out in any way I could, so I got a job and decided to stay at home and go to a community college and enroll in an online college so I could stay at home. Then about a year ago, our grandfather went into cardiac arrest at work. I decided then to keep my grandfather on retirement and work full time. It cut back on my class time making my graduating year later, but now I can at least take care of my family this way. Plus, I work at the greatest place ever.
Barnes and Noble.
Okay, some people don't find that place fun, but I love it. I love reading and it's a bookstore! They've even got manga and sometimes some video games there. It's an awesome place. Since I'm full time there, I work pretty much everywhere in the store. Today, I should be restocking and then working the register at the cafe. I parked my motorcycle in the employee spots in the back and entered through the break room. I grabbed my Barnes and Noble apron and tied it around my waist. I grabbed a box of shipments and started out to the shelves. Restocking isn't exactly fun, but it gives me a chance to look at what I can read next.
As I grabbed the now empty shipment box and started back towards the storage room, I ran into somebody. They fell down, but I didn't. I cast aside the box and turned back to the person only to think I hit an angel. The boy had beautiful pale skin and snow white hair, but I noticed that there was a long scar on his cheek. It started with an up-side down pentacle on his forehead and ran all the down to the tip of his cheek jutting out every now and then. "Sorry, I didn't see you there carrying around this big box," I said holding out my hand. The boy groaned and grabbed my hand. I pulled him up to discover that he was really thin too. He blinked open his eyes only to stare at me with stunning bluish grey eyes. It took me a while to notice I was staring until he gave me a weird look. I gave a nervous laugh and shook my head clear. "Sorry, um... Are you okay?"
"Yes, I'm fine. It was just a short fall," he smiled. His voice was even more adorable than he was.
"Say, kid, how old are you?" I asked. This boy was definitely my type, but with me being 21, I have to stay away from jail bait. He blinked up at me and I just smiled down at him.
"I'm 17, turning 18 in December. I'll be a senior in high school this year," he said. My sister's age... I guess if I date him, then I just won't let them meet. It could work... if I just don't giver her any hints, but I would have to wait two months since he's still technically a minor. "Um... I'm sorry, but I need to go now. If you work here I'm sure to see you later though." His voice snapped me out of my thoughts, but his smile blinded me. I gave a small polite smile.
"Yes, of course. I'll see you around," I said. He walked past me farther into the store. I watched him leave then picked up my box with a sigh. Here I was just planning on dating a boy when I don't even know anything about him... but I could definitely flirt with him a little. Yup, there's absolutely no harm in that. I smiled and practically skipped to my shift at the cafe register. I hummed the whole time I worked. When I bent over to reach for more cups, a familiar voice stopped me.
"Humming are we? What song was that?" I snapped up at the voice. That same boy from before lounged over the counter somewhat smirking at me. I blushed slightly and rubbed the back of my neck.
"Oh, I was humming a Rise Against song, but um... How may I help you?" I asked like normal protocol. I leaned on the counter top and smiled at him.
"I'm not sure... I'm still looking around some," he smiled at me leaning on the counter as well. His hand slid until our fingers touched and his smile turned into a small smirk. I had to resist the urge to let a smirk show on my face too. We both leaned in a bit more as I interloped our fingers together.
"Well... What are you in the mood for?" I asked. Our eyes locked onto each other's and I saw the flirtation in his. I tried to show the flirtation in mine and softened my expression. He smiled at me sweetly.
"I forgot... Maybe you can help me with that?" he asked sounding innocent but his words sent a tingle down my spine. I was about to say something when a metal tray hit me in the head. The force made me fall to my side. I sat up rubbing my head. Two feet stood in front of me and I pouted up at the devil in front of me.
"What'd you do that for, Yuu?" I whined. Yuu Kanda leaned over to glare down at me and hit my head again.
"Don't call me that! And hurry it up. You're causing a line. I would take over for you, but I'm not allowed," he said giving his signature "Che." I chuckled a bit. The reason he's not allowed to work the register is because he has no customer service. He heard my laughter and hit my head again. "Just get the beansprout's order and move the line along." He grabbed my shirt and pulled me up then shoved me back over to the register. I stumbled over catching myself on the counter. The boy stood there looking at me questioningly.
"Sorry about that, have you decided what to get yet?" I asked a bit sad that we couldn't continue flirting.
"Yeah, can I just get a medium vanilla latte?" he asked.
"Sure, that'll be five-fifty," I said pressing the keys on the register. The boy reached into his wallet and pulled out six dollars. He held it out to me and when I grabbed the money, I made sure that my fingers brushed against his. I looked up to see him fighting down a blush that slightly showed on his cheeks. I smiled and held out two quarters for him. When he reached out for them, he grabbed onto my hand so I couldn't release them.
"Before I go, what's your name?" he asked.
"I'm Lavi, and what's your name?" I asked. He smiled and took the quarters back.
"Allen Walker," he said. He winked at me before turning to walk away. "I'll see you around." He walked off slowly. I watched him until the next customer in line was starting to become impatient. The rest of the day went by quickly. I was pretty happy since Allen (cute name) had said "see you around." I wonder if that means that he'll come back every day or something. I guess my flirting wasn't too subtle after all. Not even going home to see Tyki could bring me down from my good mood. At home I danced in the front door to see that my sister was alone and watching t.v. I walked curiously and didn't see Tyki at all.
"He, bro," she said smoothly and ate from a bowl of chips beside her. She was lounged out on the couch in a tank top and short shorts with her legs sprawled everywhere. For as many guys as she's dated, you would think she's be a bit more ladylike.
"So, uh... Where's Tyki?" I asked sitting by her feet. She sat up and moved the bowl of chips from her stomach to the coffee table.
"He left. We broke up," she said lamely. I looked at her shocked, but she watched the t.v. as if she were bored.
"What? You broke up with Tyki? Why?" I asked.
"I'm not interested in him anymore. There's this guy at school I really like now. I asked him out today and he accepted. You're gonna meet him tomorrow. I'll bring him over for you and Gramps to meet him. He's really nice, and I think this is going to be the real thing. I don't think we'll break up for a while," she smiled sheepishly and blushed slightly as she spoke. I was amazed. It sounded like she was actually taking this seriously. Whoever this kid is, I need to thank him. Maybe with this kid around, she won't be tempted to steal all my boyfriends.
At work the next day, I was really eager. I knew I shouldn't get my hopes up too high, but I couldn't help it. I wanted to see Allen again, and I did when I worked in the cafe again. I smiled as he came up. He wasn't looking at me, but at the menu board. I leaned over the counter and smiled. "Hello again," he jumped at my voice but smiled down at me. "Do you know what you want today?"
"Yeah... but I'm getting something for somebody else too," he said slowly.
"Oh really? Then why don't you get two of the same thing?" I suggested. His face lit up.
"Yeah, I will. Can I get two medium green teas and a dozen of cinnamon muffins?" he ordered.
"Yeah sure. That'll be 15.79," I paused to take his twenty and give him change. "So, are you meeting up with someone later?"
"You could say that. I'm going to meet some very important people. It's important that I make a good impression," he explained. He started to leave but I grabbed his hand.
"Hold on. My shift ends soon. Can I sit and talk with you more?" I asked. He nervously glanced down at a wrist watch.
"I guess I have time. I don't need to be there for another half an hour," he said. I smiled at him and let him go.
"Then hold on. My shift ends in two minutes," I said going back to work. I saw him sit at an empty table. Once the two minutes were over, I was getting impatient. Daisya wasn't here to replace me yet. I strummed my fingers over the counter and gave Allen an apologetic look. He smiled, but I could tell the kid was nervous. I gave a relaxed sigh when I saw Daisya get closer. "There you are! Why are you late?"
"Chill out, man. I'm only a minute late. What's it matter?" he asked shrugging. I glared at him but said nothing. I took off my apron and slid over the counter to Allen. I sat down and smiled at him. "Alright, I'm here. So are these important people you're meeting the reason why you're so dressed up?" He gave me a questioning look. I used my hand to motion to his white button-up dress shirt, red ribbon, white gloves tucked into his sleeves, and black dress pants tucked neatly into boots.
"What? I always dress like this," he said. I looked at him in disbelief. "Why are you looking at me like that?"
"You always dress like that? Even in the summer?" I asked. He nodded. "Don't you overheat?"
"Nope. I've gotten used to it over the years. It's quite comforting after all," he smiled at me. "So what do you do? I told you that I'm in high school, but I want to know about you. You look too young to be out of college."
"I am. I'm only 21. I don't really go to college though. I decided to go to the community college here and take an online college. I do that so I can work here full time to make enough money for my family," I said.
"Are you the only one that works?" he asked.
"Yeah, my grandfather retired after going into cardiac arrest four years ago, and my sister could work but she's too lazy to actually get a job," I explained. He laughed.
"So how old is your sister?" he asked when he was done laughing.
"She's 18. Just turned it near the beginning of September," I said.
"Hmm, she might be in one of my classes then. What's her name?" he asked. I had to hold back a grimace.
"Her name is Kay-" I was cut of by my cell phone ringing. I held up a finger to Allen to show I only needed a minute and pulled out my phone. I sighed at the caller I.D. I answered my phone and pressed it to my ear. "Yes?"
"What are you doing? You're done with work aren't you? My new boyfriend is coming here soon! I told him to be here then so you could have time to get home from work, but why are you taking your sweet time about it?" Kayla demanded. I sighed and pinched the bridge of my nose.
"Do I have to go now? I'm kinda busy," I groaned.
"Yes. He's going to be here in ten minutes! Get off your lazy ass and get here now! I really want you to meet him, so don't look bad! You'll only embarrass me," she huffed into the phone.
"Alright, fine. I'll be home in ten minutes. I'll make it in time so just chill," I said.
"Okay, fine, sorry. See you in ten minutes. No later," she ordered.
"Alright, see you soon. Bye," I hung up on her and shoved my phone back into my jean's pocket. I smiled back at Allen. "Sorry, that was my sister. She seems to be demanding me at home suddenly."
"It's okay. I need to be somewhere in ten minutes too," he said standing up. I stood up too then got an idea.
"Where are you going? If it's close I can take you," I offered.
"You don't need to do that," he said sheepishly.
"I know, but if you're going to be late and I can help, I might as well. I mean, you wasted time talking to me after all," I insisted.
"Okay then. I'm going to the East side of town," he said.
"I am too. Come on. Let me take you," I started walking towards the back of the store. Allen followed me and looked around amazed once we reached the back break room. I led him outside to my motorcycle. "Hop on." I smirked and slapped the seat after getting out the spare helmet in the compartment under it. He stared down at it in shock. I handed him the helmet and he was finally able to form words.
"A-A motorcycle?" he asked. I nodded happily and started putting on my helmet. "Oh no... I couldn't."
"Sure you could. Come on," I paused to put his helmet on. "You'll be fine. Just hold on tight." I grabbed his hand and pulled him over to the motorcycle. I got on first and he just stood still. I laughed and pulled on his arm. "Come on. Sit down." He sat down and scooted close to me. I blushed slightly when his arms snaked loosely around my waist. "Oh, you gotta hold on tighter than that." I smirked and pulled out of my parking spot then zoomed down the street. Allen let out a surprised yelp and held on tighter to me burying his head into my back. I smiled and kept driving until we neared the East side of town. "Alright! I'm going to need some directions here!" I had to shout over the sound of the motorcycle.
"Turn left at the third light after this one!" he shouted. I did as he said and turned. "Okay! Now take the second right!" I took the second right and saw that we were entering my neighborhood. "Now take the fourth left and the first right after that!" I continued on and took the turns. We were on my street now. "Now it's the blue house on the end of the street there." He pointed directly to my house. Dread started filling me up as he started walking down our sidewalk. I stood by my motorcycle frozen in place. Was it even possible? Could it be true? The door was blocked from where I stood, but I heard it swing open and loud footsteps.
"Allen! You're here!" Kayla shouted. I leaned on my motorcycle to keep me steady.
"Hey, Kayla. I'm sorry if I'm late," Allen said. I started to slowly walk towards the door.
"No you're not late. My stupid brother isn't even here yet, though I could have sworn I heard his motorcycle," Kayla started.
"Motorcycle?" Allen repeated.
"Yeah, oh there you are, Lavi!" Kayla announced when I came into view of the door. I put on a smile and hugged her.
"Hi, Kayla. Sorry I'm late," I said.
"No biggie. You're here now! Anyways, Allen, this is my brother, Lavi. Lavi, this is my new boyfriend, Allen," Kayla smiled. Allen and I just stared at each other awkwardly. Eventually my stare turned into a smirk.
"We've met. I drove him here," I said. Allen squirmed under my stare. Kayla slapped my stomach causing me to topple over slightly.
"Stop it! You're making him feel awkward! But thank you. How'd you know to bring Allen?" she asked.
"I didn't. I was going to make him late so I offered him a ride since we were going to similar places. I never would have thought that he was your boyfriend though," I smiled down at Allen.
"Well, enough standing out here. Let's go inside. Gramps is inside, but he doesn't like it when we call him that so call him Bookman, okay?" she pulled Allen inside and I just sat on our little porch swing.
Every time without fail she does it. I didn't even get to ask Allen out yet. I was going to wait until we knew each other better, but I guess we'll see a lot more of each other now. It would be a great opportunity to get to know him... and teach my sister a lesson. If she can steal my boyfriends, then I can definitely steal hers. It helps then we even flirted a little yesterday. I'll give myself two... one and a half... no, one year. I'll give myself one year to steal my sister's boyfriend from her. She'll never know what's coming.
How to Steal a Boyfriend in 1 Year- Step 1: Know you're target. The perfect success comes with the perfect target.
Well, how'd you like that? It introduced everything really. I'm going to have a step at the end of every chapter. I'm not sure about a song, but if you guys liked it, then I can work a song into every chapter as well. Just let me know through reviewing. I really like reviews and reviewers. People who get a review will get a shout out from me next chapter! See you then!