Summary: What if the epilogue wasn't the end? Well, there is one episode that everybody has to see: the lost one. Some things are meant to be, it doesn't matter how long they take…
Disclaimer: I don't own Digimon at all.
The lost episode: The one where Tai and Sora… you know.
It's been 25 years since the last stand against the dark forces and everything is quiet and peaceful in the Digital World. It's Saturday afternoon and another Digidestined's reunion is finished. After leaving the children with their own digimons, ready for live their own adventures, the parents start to say goodbye to one another, before go home.
So, I see you next week right, Sora? – Mimi asks Sora, giving her a hug.
Yes, sure. Just girls' talk then – Sora agrees cheerfully.
She moves away from Mimi and walks in Tai's direction; he smiles while she holds hands with him.
Mimi waves at Sora with a wink when she walks beside Tai. It's been a while since they started going out, but it's still unusual for their friends to see them together, apparently. It's funny how they still continue to stare at them like this; like they're the new gossip at school: "Did you see Tai and Sora holding hands today?"
I've always been in love with Tai; since I was a little girl, I guess… he's been my best friend for ages and we used to be so close that people said all the time "you two are such a cute couple!" When we were teenagers, I don't know how many times I got to bed thinking of him, waiting for him to call me and ask me out… I think in some point I just got tired of waiting and decided to try a different relationship; then I started going out with Matt. I guess deep inside my heart, I always waited that Tai would get mad when see me with Matt and would make a move, but he never did… so, I ended up with Matt and hid my feelings for Tai. I tried to ignore it, however, I never let it go completely. If I regret not tried a romantic relationship with him before? Yes, every day. But the thing is, we can't change the past…
My relationship with Matt was never that kind of intense love, full of passion, but he was kind to me and I guess I got used to have him in my life. We were dating for a year or so when, for a mistake that happened in "one drunk-night", I got pregnant. The "accident" made us rush the things and we ended up getting married.
Our marriage was going… ok, but after our second kid was born I decided that just "ok" wasn't good enough for me; I realized that Matt and I were like friends who lived together and not a real couple, then I asked for a divorce. He didn't get that surprise, I think he was getting a little tired too, and we finished our marriage in good terms, especially because of the kids; nowadays we share the custody and try to do the better for our children. It's been almost two years since the divorce and everything is fine. Well, almost everything…
So, are we going to have dinner together?
Sure, and then we can stay in my place tonight… the kids will stay with their father this weekend… - Sora suggests trying to sound casual.
Yes, that sounds nice – Tai doesn't seem to notice the real intention behind Sora's words.
While we both were married, Tai and I almost lost contact and barely see each other alone, we're always with our friends but even then, I remember surprising him staring at me, really fast sometimes, just little glances. I used to think it was my imagination, but after the divorce, the divorces actually, I started to think that maybe it wasn't late for me and Tai after all… We started trying to rebuild our friendship in some way, like spending some time together, watching movies, etc; that things we used to do in the past, and then, one day… it happened.
I remember our first date... well, it wasn't a real date, actually, we just went out for a couple of coffee, as good friends. After a while talking about work, the kids and so on, I decided to be brave and tried to make a move: I put my hand on his, trying to show "I'm not being friendly here, this's exactly what you're thinking"… He said nothing, but at least, didn't pull his hand away; "it's a good sight", I thought. I remember he smiled; I always loved his smile! "Don't you think that there is something going on here, or is just me?" "Do you think I'm crazy for thinking that maybe… we could… be more than friends?" I asked nervous, my voice trembling, my face turning red.
"No, you're not crazy – he answered after a while - I've been thinking on this too… since ages, I guess. But I was so wrong in the past, Sora… so I want to be sure that you really, really want to this… that you really want me…" I remember that very instant, his cellphone rang, ruining the moment; he asked many apologies and left the table to answer the phone. When he came back, told me that it's from his son's school and he'd to leave and pick the boy there. We left the cafe and he insisted in take me home although I said it's not necessary. We got at my apartment and I was kind of frustrated, thinking that our moment had gone, again.
"So… I see you next week?"
"Yes, of course."
We kept in silence, just staring at each other. Then, suddenly, Tai kissed me; it's a quick kiss, he just pressed his lips against mine and moved away in a few seconds. I didn't say anything, just looked at him, serious. Then, without thinking, I threw my arms around Tai's neck and kissed him passionately on the lips. "I want you, Taichi… I want you so, so much…"
You can make yourself at home – Sora says opening the door of the apartment and she and Tai find themselves in her living room.
Thanks – Tai answers with a smile.
Can you wait here for a moment? I'll change these clothes and wear something more… comfortable. She gives him a very significant look and walks until her bedroom.
Yeah… sure. I'll wait right here.
Tai sits on the sofa and looks around, feeling suddenly nervous. It's the first time they'll have some time alone, at home, without the kids. It makes him think what could happen this night...
Meanwhile, in her bedroom, Sora has the same thought. It's like... I don't know, it'd my very first time... I cleaned up the apartment, packed all the kids' toys, bought new lingerie… I'm so nervous… I'm feeling like a teenage girl! – she thinks looking at her reflection in the mirror.
Tai, can you come here, please…
To be continued…
N/A: Hi, everyone! I always thought the epilogue in Season Two was really weird in many ways and since I watched it a long time ago, I noticed that Sora and Matt didn't look like a couple, just parents taking care of their children, so… maybe she and Tai could ended up together, no? Well, it's a possibility, since we don't get an official sequel (I mean after the epilogue), who knows?
Anyway, I hope you liked the first part; the second part will come soon. Sorry about any spelling or grammar mistakes.
Thanks for reading and reviews are appreciated, of course!
