Chapter 1: Ambiguous Circumstances

Roxas' POV:

"hah…hah…hah…!" I panted, feet pounding over the pavement, my beat up sneakers propelling me forward. My legs were aching, my lungs burning from lack of oxygen.

"Roxas…keep running" my brother Sora said breathlessly as he raced along beside me clutching the bag of groceries he'd 'lifted from the Food Lion on the corner of Key and Blade. I took another rasping breath and forced myself to keep running. 'think about something else….anything!' I thought desperately, trying not to focus on the pain in my chest and muscles or the shouting of the pissed off store manager. I glanced at my older brother. We were so different. He was 15 now. His messy spiked brown hair, childish blue eyes, and tan skin stood out in stark contrast to my bright blonde spiked hair, brooding blue eyes, and pale skin. He was childish, easily distracted, and headstrong. However he was also kind, brave and self-confident. I had just turned 13. I was quiet, shy, and stubborn. I don't like people, don't talk about my emotions, and I'm usually pretty apathetic. I also have very little self esteem. Sometimes I wonder if we're really brothers…

My legs were killing me. I focused instead on trying to take steady breathes, the sound of my brother and I racing through the streets, the sound of my pounding heartbeat due to excursion and adrenaline. The buildings flashing by gradually changed from the modern hotels, condos, and suburban houses to the dilapidated brick houses and empty lots of The Projects. The manager had long since given up the chase, shouting something that had been lost in the hustle and bustle of the streets surrounding us, but neither of us would dare slow down. Instead we sped up, rounding the corner of Organization boulevard, blissfully deserted, at a dead sprint and skid to a stop in front of the 13th house on the left, a rundown and abandoned two story 'building'. Sora yanked the door open and jerked me inside, closing the door and locking the deadbolt. He leaned against it, trying desperately to regulate the gasping breathes he was taking. I was bent double, hands on my knees, panting in rasping breathes. My lungs and muscles were aching horribly. There was a long moment of silence save for the sounds of our breathing before anyone spoke. Sora broke the silence.

"You ok?" he asked, relief and concern evident in his eyes. I took one last steadying breath before straitening up and giving my brother the smallest of smiles. "Mhm." He grabbed my hand, pulling me toward what was once a kitchen and is now an empty shell of a room, full of rubble and devoid of happiness or life.

"Lets eat!" Sora said, pulling out two shiny apples, two sandwiches, a 2 liter bottle of coke, and a pack of knock off Oreos. I took a Turkey sandwich and bit into it, realizing just how hungry I was. The hunger pangs finally started to dissipate after a few bites, and I had to make sure I didn't sigh in relief. I glanced at Sora, biting into the apple in his hand and chewing thoughtfully.

"Sora, is something wrong?"

My voice echoed in the silence like a gunshot and Sora flinched, pulled from his thoughts.

"What?"

"Is something Wrong?"

"…nah….just thinking….."

"oh..…ok…." I trailed off.

The rest of lunch passed in silence, both of us lost in our own thoughts. I sighed.

"Say Sora,' I started, but broke off when I heard something we were both trained to flee from.

Police Sirens.

I sat paralyzed as the car cruised by, red and blue flashing lights on, driving far o slow for my comfort. Sora reached over and gripped my hand, nerves and fear breaking through his uncaring façade the closer the lights came to this building. I waited until the Sirens where out of earshot before letting out a breath I didn't realize I was holding. Sora said nothing for a long moment before standing up and offering me his hand and pulling me to my feet.

"Lets go to bed."

I nodded enthusiastically, realizing just how tired I was. I was aching, my limbs still shaking, and I could barley keep my eyes open. I let Sora drag me to the 'bedroom,' a small room with an old mattress and a few ratty blankets. I curled up against his shoulder and was asleep almost instantly. Just as I was drifting off Sora started humming to himself quietly, probably trying to distract himself. I heard the soft sound of sirens in the distance. I could see the city lights through the smashed window across from us. He sighed.

"Don't worry Roxas, we'll be fine."

I smiled ever so slightly as I drifted off, letting the hum of the city and my brothers soft melody lull me to sleep.

(Later that night)

BANG!

I was jerked awake by the sound of the door being slammed into the wall. Sora bolted upright looking dazed and completely disoriented. We both watched uncomprehendingly as no less than 10 figures entered into the room shadowed by the glare of the flashlights they were wielding. They were all talking at once, the cacophony of voices mixing in my lethargic mind.

"…kids here…"

"Chief…..thieves…"

"…young…brothers…..?"

"Are they the….."

"SHUT UP!"

That one voice rose above the rest, a barking command that instantly silenced everyone in the room. Sora flinched and I felt my pulse hammering in my head. 'What's going on…?'

Just then one figure stepped forward, the flashlights behind him illuminating his blue cop uniform and his tight smile. He was a big man, with a strong build, eye patch over his right eye, and a large scar leading from his left eye down the side of his face. His hair was a grayish black color and his one visible eye was a golden color. Like a Hawks. After a moments hesitation he spoke.

"Hey there boys. I'm Officer Xigbar. I know it's late, but could you come with me and answer a few questions?" His tone held a no nonsense edge, and very clearly said that we'd be going with him whether it be walking out of being dragged out kicking and screaming. After a moments hesitation Sora stood up, dragging me to my feet. I clung to his hand. He squeezed mine reassuringly. Officer…Xigbar smiled and gestured for us to follow him. Only two words crossed my numb mind as Sora dragged me into the cop car.

'Oh Fuck.'

(at the police station)

The ride to the police station was mostly silent with the occasional voice asking a coded question through the radio. I didn't bother trying to understand it. I was numb.

'We were caught. We've never been caught. We were caught. We've never been caught. We were caught.' My thoughts circled in my head. Next to me Sora seemed to be having a similar internal battle. His shoulders were tight and he had a vice-like grip on my hand. I didn't mind though. I knew he was freaking out. I sighed quietly and closed my eyes, leaning back in the seat. I fell asleep soon after, exhaustion taking over.

Sora's POV:

'Oh my God….What the fuck have I done?' I thought desperately as we drove through the silent streets, the only illumination in the car coming from the headlights, the dashboard, and the occasional streetlight. My mind was whirling with questions, possibilities and ways to try and run. I knew it was useless, but who could blame me for trying to protect my little brother. I glanced at Roxas. I was a little surprised to see he'd fallen asleep, but he was exhausted so I didn't mind. I looked at his face, relaxed as he slept.

He was thinner than he'd been before mom died, but that was to be expected. His gravity defying hair was a little duller than I remembered, and he had dirt and dust all over his ripped, faded blue jeans and his dark blue wrinkled T-shirt had a hole in the side. His sneakers had definatly seen better days.

I sighed quietly and pulled him against my side, leaning his head on my shoulder. I smiled softly and glanced up to find Officer Xigbar watching us appraisingly. I bristled.

"What?" my voice broke the silence as he continued to glance at us. "…Nothing." He turned back to the road and didn't spare us another glance. I leaned against the window, my eyes slipping closed.

'Oh well. Whatever happens, I'll deal with it.'

(authors note)

Ok, what do you guys think? Is it worth continuing? It's my first Kingdom Hearts Fanfic, so don't kill me if they seem a little too OOC. So tell me what you thought!

On another note, My other fanfics should be updated soon. I've been having severe writers block for my Aki and Ciel Fanfic, but I started the 9th chapter, so cross your fingers I can finish it! XD

Yea, I guess that's all. Please tell me what you thought, and I guess I'll upload the next chapter soon.

BYE ALL!