AAN: this was a collaboration with Jenny16, but she no longer has interest in it so its become mine alone. We don't own MR or any of its characters. All rights to Tecmo. 'Love takes Time' belongs to Bryan Duncan. This has been redone so it make more sense.
The Circle of Love
Unexpected Meeting
Story by ripitupgenki
On a cold and stormy night the figure of a woman sitting alone in a chair by candlelight can be seen through the solid glass window. The rain sheets down every window as a young monster emerges from his room to come sit next to the woman. Neither speaks for a while until finally the monster hops into her lap when the lightning and thunder crash outside.
"Its alright, nothing can hurt you in here." A soft sweet voice reaches the young monsters ears.
"Scared, chi…."
"I know, Mocchi" she holds him close.
"I miss him…."
"So do I. But he is where he belongs." Her gentle voice tainted with grief and longing. "We'll see him again some day…"
"I hope so chi…"
"Go to bed, Mocchi, it's late."
"I can't sleep chi…. storm scary…"
"It'll pass. Always does." Mocchi shivered in her embrace, "Alright come on you can stay the night with me." She hated to admit the reason she her self was up reading because she couldn't sleep during a storm like this; too many bad memories. As she felt the young monster cuddle next to her content in her presence her mind drifted to the past. * Things were so simple then…Genki please return to us. *
The morning light woke Holly at her usual time. Mocchi still snuggled with her; a maternal sense over came her as she smiled gently caressing the young monsters cheek with tender care. With a sigh she relaxed letting the monster slumber. Her eyes closed as she drifted into sleep again for a little while. When Mocchi began to stir she looked down at him.
"You feel better, Mocchi?"
"Yes chi. much better." Holly smiled to him
"Well you go down stairs I will be down momentarily."
"K chi" he scurried out of the room. A sigh was released as clothes were tossed onto a chair. Holly thought silently as she dressed in clean attire. * I wonder what Genki is doing and what has happened to him since we last met. He's grow up by now…would he even remember us? I doubt he'd forget but will we ever see each other again? * Mocchi glanced up as he heard her footsteps on the stairs.
"Come on you can help me with breakfast" he smiled as widely as he had when he was helping Genki.
"Chi!" his figured bounced into the kitchen as he eagerly waited to help. Holly couldn't help but smile.
Later on that night Monol came to visit them. Suezo was the first to spot him of course. Leading Monol into the house Tiger went to fetch Holly. A beaming Holly came through the door of the living room.
"Monol, it's been a long time. Its good to see you again."
"As it is you, Holly. I wish I had good news to you all"
"What's up Monol?" Hare piped up now curious. Monol was silent for a while until a bubble appeared on his stone face. Holly sighed and plopped into her chair.
"WAKE UP!" Suezo bellowed startling Monol into reality.
"Oh sorry…. well the Phoenix sent me"
"So what's the scoop?"
"Genki is in danger…his world is close to making the first monsters…. they will recreate Moo. But not everything in his world will be the same as this one. According to the Phoenix the monsters in his world will be stronger and smarter. He also said the same will be true for Moo if he is recreated. Though the circumstances have changed. The Phoenix stated that Genki is unaware of what is happening."
"Then we must help him" Golem spoke in his usual tone. Granity nodded along with the others.
"You can go to his world but the Phoenix said all of you monsters must become human. Things would be difficult without a human form. And he doesn't want who ever is behind this spooked." The monsters looked at each other then nodded.
"So how do we get there?" Suezo asked impatiently.
"You are to meet him at the near by shrine. He will tell you the rest then."
"Thank you, Monol" Holly smiled. *We'll finally get to see you again Genki * "Well lets pack what we'll need and get going"
"I'll help you, Holly" Granity smiled she'd become close friends with Holly. The two ladies walked out of the room to gather what essentials they would need.
An hour later they entered the shrine together. Holly looked around not seeing the Phoenix. Suddenly a blazing light appeared as the Phoenix landed a mystery disk in his mouth. "Sorry I had to fetch this and get a certain someone to play his favorite game on his end." They looked puzzled. "Genki will explain, but I must warn you their culture is much different. Genki has changed a lot though he retains his clear eyes and impatience. Just be ready for some changes. Do your best to blend in, Genki will tell you all that you need to know."
"We'll do what we can to help, Phoenix." He nodded.
"Take the disk and stand near the platform." Holly took it and put it in place, then stood at the edge of the platform with the others. "Your monster bodies will change as you go through the portal. Good luck to you all." Then Phoenix took a temporary human form and unlocked the disk the room flooded with a rainbow of light as Holly felt herself lifted and pulled through the portal. The monsters could feel their bodies changing as they passed through the rainbow of light.
Genki had pressed the button to unlock the disk as the Phoenix instructed him. Noticing the TV glowing he moved back out of the way seeing his friends pile on the floor.
"Ow get off me, Golem…." Suezo whined; making Genki smile and shake his head. He walked over to Holly and pulled her to her feet then helped Mocchi up. Holly stared at him for a moment. His dark brown hair still spiky but slightly longer and pulled into a short pigtail in the back. His brown eyes watching her curiously, she could see the Phoenix was right about his eyes still being clear. She noticed he was quite fit, not horrendously bulky but you could see his muscles. He was taller then her now about 5' 8". He wore a white tee shirt and black jeans. The tee having a picture of Christ on it but Holly just saw it as a bloody man in agony. She also noted his ears were pierced. A small diamond stud in them. Genki took a moment to look over all his friends. *Wow Holly is really attractive now. * He noticed her body had blossomed into some rather attractive curves. He made sure not to stare any longer at her then his friends, though Suezo got the longest stare.
"It's great to see you all again. The Phoenix informed me of what's up and that I should explain this place to you… My…"
"Genki, what the Hell are you doing up there!" a female voice yelled up at him starling his friends. He sighed and walked to the door. Yelling back down.
"Nothing you really need to know about, Vivian. Just set the table I made dinner for you and I have some friends over. There is enough there. If you need my help yell up. If not I need to talk with my friends for a few moments alone."
"Fine but we need to talk later."
"Got it."
"Was that your girl friend?" hare teased.
"Hardly, that's Vivian my sister. Christen should be home soon. She's my half sister."
"Half sister?" Granity asked.
"She was adopted. But none of us care in this house." He looked over at Granity. "You may want to put on some other clothes over that…my sister will start accusations flying is she sees you like that." He walked to his closet and tossed her some shorts and a shirt. "They should fit something I had when I was younger that I just got around to digging out of my closet." Everyone sweat dropped as Granity pulled them on.
"So what all do we need to know?" Tiger asked eager to see this new world.
"Well firstly I would say that things here are much different. Our technology is close to that of the ancients I do believe though not quite the same. So you may run into some things you don't know about or understand. I'll do what I can to tell you what they are. Society is a lot different though. In some ways I suppose it is a lot more corrupt then you are used to. Sex isn't something that is exactly hidden from view here. And crime is still on the rise; little can be done about it. I suppose I have never fit in here because of this."
"Oh why is that?" Suezo questioned.
"Well I'm just not as corrupt I guess. And I have never really tried to fit in. Goes against who I am to act that way." He shrugged
"Genki, Sarah is on the phone and she sounds pissed at you again." He sighed opening the door.
"What about now?"
"I don't know but she wants to talk with you now."
"Then toss me the phone." She threw it up at him he caught it as the others came out on to the balcony he stood on. "Yeah, what is it, Sarah?" he made a face suddenly and held to phone away from his ear.
"You know exactly what it is. You missed the party you promised Niki you would be at." A female voice screamed at him loud enough for the others to hear.
"Hey, lower your volume I don't need to lose my ear drum. I never promised to be there. I told her I would come if I could. Unfortunately for her I had work that day."
"You could have declined…"
"No, I couldn't. Listen, Sarah, I just barely make ends meet with this job I can't keep taking days off for other people's schedules. Now stop griping, I still sent her a present did I not?"
"Yeah…"
"Then you have nothing to complain about. I will meet up with you later at practice."
"Whatever"
"Bye, Sarah" she hung up on him.
"What was that about."?
"Sarah, freaking out as usual over my schedule."
"Tell her to butt out."
"Easier said then done sis. You know her as well as I do. Nothing I say will change her mind once it's made up." He looked back at his friends, "Sorry bout that. I have a lot of strange friends here." He motioned them to follow as they walked down stairs.
"What is that Genki?"
"A telephone. Uses sound waves to talk long distance." Vivian walked out nodding to them.
"Who is this Sarah?" Holly asked feeling slightly nervous.
"Oh, she's an old friend of mine. We've known each other for many years now and together we created a band. Amazingly enough we have both managed to keep it going and even get hired to play occasionally. She's stubborn and drives me nuts but when it comes down to managing skills she beats me hands down. I would never have kept the band going this long on my own."
"She your girlfriend?" Suezo teased.
"Oh Goodness, no. We would literally kill each other if left alone too long. I could never have a major relationship with her… we're just too different. I am her mentor though and help her when I can. But nothing past friendship." Holly seemed to breath easier now. * I'm glad he is not involved with anyone…wait is he? *
"Vivian, remember that talk we had?"
"Yes."
"Now you know what it was for." He smiled to the others. "Hard to keep anything from my sisters. So I went ahead and clued them in. they will also help you here."
"You can't keep a secret if you tried."
"Your any better? Last I checked I was not the one who blew the last secret mom wanted kept." He dodged a flying towel. "And you got that from mom." He smirked at her only to be hit by a pillow from the other direction.
"You better watch it you may get in trouble with us again."
"Like I'm usually not, Christen. You always beat on me." She grinned as he threw the pillow back but missed. "I'll get you both yet."
"I'm sure. You always do." She smiled to his friends "Just ignore us we always pick on each other. Come on, looks like Vivian has dinner ready."
"Genki, you're doing dishes." He sighed heavily.
"Like I don't do enough of those at work." He mumbled.
"What was that?"
"Never mind, Vivian."
He took Holly's hand and dragged her into the dinning room. He pulled out a chair for her and Granity then pushed them forward before taking his seat. Genki gave his sister a nod.
"Holly, I am not sure what religion you guys are but we usual pray before eating. You don't have to join us in that if you do not wish to."
"Thank you. But this is your house we'll at least bow our heads." She smiled to Holly and nodded. All bowed their head and Genki was the one to pray out loud.
"Lord we ask you to bless this food to our bodies. And we thank you for this day in Jesus name amen." His sisters uttered amen and Genki smiled to Holly who was now giving him a quizzical look. "If you want some explanation just ask." He passed her the potatoes after he'd gotten some. She nodded as she looked at the others and took what she wanted and passed it on. Once everyone had what they wanted they all started eating.
"Genki what happened at work earlier. You came home a bit giddy not like you." Vivian asked a slight bit curious.
"Oh well you know I had closing shift last night right? And I had near open today…not enough sleep combined with about six cups of coffee…still didn't wake up fully till noon."
"Doing your job in a daze again. Did you talk to mike about your schedule?"
"He apologized for the rough schedule and said he wouldn't put me on close then near open again."
"And the complaints from Jamie and Laurie?" Christen asked
"Well Mike said to ignore them. Jamie is a nitpicker who will find any excuse to harass you. She harasses him. He told me to just say I'm doing my best and ignore the rest of their issues with my performance. The area supervisor has no problem with my performance and neither should they? Heck I saw him twice today."
"Well just be careful."
"I Will sis don't worry."
"Genki do you like your job?" Holly asked gently unsure if she was intruding.
"Some times. However lately the managers have slammed me and done nothing about the slackers."
"You still on back cash?" Christen asked.
"Yes. Had I known they'd do that I would have acted like I was dumb and sucked at it? Too late now."
"Customers being stupid as usual?" Vivian inquired.
"I swear they need to learn to read the damn sign."
"Genki, language." His older sister scolded.
"Sorry, but its true. I swear most of them either lose the ability to read or are just very dumb to being with."
"No one said they were smart." Christen shrugged.
"Well hopefully things will get better over there. Or you'll manage to get a new job closer to the end of your degree." Vivian offered with a smile.
"If I am that lucky."
"I'd love to know what this place is your working at." Granity mentioned.
"McDaniel's, Its a fast food restaurant. Point is everything is supposed to be prepared quickly. Doesn't always happen as fast as it should but we are working on it. Everything is cooked from frozen actually. Though I personally am sick of their food since I have to get it so often."
"That's different, though probably profitable." Hare commented.
"Its always money, money, money with you hare isn't it?"
"What'd you say Tiger?" as the two stood growling at each other, looking ridiculous as humans. Genki's sisters looked rather confused at this display.
"You heard me" Holly sighed; Genki laughed giving her a smile.
"Never change, do they?"
"No, they sure don't."
"You have practice tonight?" Vivian asked,
"Yeah sis. You should know that by now. We don't usually change the schedule up too much."
"Well if I were you I would settle your hash with Sarah then."
"Don't worry about it, not like we can't handle our disputes. We always take care of them."
"Oh and her punching you in the eye was taking care of it." Holly seemed shocked by this. * a girl punched him? *
"I pushed her that day. She is usually not like that and you know it."
"You need an attitude adjustment."
"Thank you glad I know I have your support." Sarcasm dripping from his words as he finished his food. The others just watched as they had a spat, not sure what to make of it.
"Chill both of you. Vivian maybe its best you leave him alone on his affairs."
"Whatever Chris." She finished up and took her plate to the sink.
"Should I or you?"
"You go Genki. You're her flesh and blood. She rarely listens to me anyway."
"Excuse me a moment then." He nodded to them and left the room.
"Those to have been fighting like that ever since their parents divorced. Both of them took it hard. Their was a custody battle but since they were old enough both decided the would live with neither of their parents. I joined them here. But they still have their issues to resolve with each other." Holly and the monsters looked at each other.
"Will they be alright?"
"Yes Holly they will. This is normal for them. They will get over it." * Yes but is it healthy for them? I wonder if they are in pain and that's why they fight?… * Holly wondered.
"Look I know you don't trust my decisions. And yes I need to check my attitude but things come with time. Just be patient. Fighting will not resolve this. You know that."
"Yes, but you seem to drift from your morals and faith…and from your family."
"I may not like our family but I still love them and I am not drifting from my faith and morals. I will always love you, you know that." He held her gently. "I'm sorry I upset you."
"No this is my own doing. I'm sorry."
"Its fine. Come one lets pick on Chris we haven't done that in awhile." She smiled.
Genki walked back into the room standing near Chris.
"Everything alright?"
"Yeah I guess we are both under a lot of stress lately."
"Things have been dull and rather gloomy lately."
"That they have. But things do change."
"True" he made swift motion. As her eyes widened and he jogged out of the room. "Genki, get back here so I can kill you." She ran after him getting the ice out of her shirt. Rounding the corner she got doused with water. As Vivian took off too. Both heading for the living room. Curious, Holly and monsters watched as Christen tackled Genki to the ground beating him with a pillow. As he protect himself. Vivian joining the ruckus with another pillow. When they settled down Genki was laughing and the girls giggling.
"Sorry guys come on over. Just needed to lighten things up a bit."
"Do you always do that?" Granity raised a brow.
"When we need it" Christen smiled. "I'm usually the target but we all gang up on each other."
"Yes, and you two are scary if your after me."
"Supposed to be brother." They chimed together. He shook his head.
"Anyway. Is there anything you want to know at the moment?"
"Who where you praying to?" Tiger asked.
"Well we're all Christians and we believe in one God who goes by many names and his only son Jesus who came to earth as a mortal man and died for the sin mankind caused so we could be forgiven. That's our basic belief. We don't expect you to change your own religious habits just cause you're here." He smiled as his sisters nodded in agreement.
"Thank you for the respect." Holly smiled nodding.
"Your welcome. Our religion doesn't come from shoving it down other throats anyway." Christen smiled to her.
He saw Holly rather confused, "but beside the point. Vivian may I barrow your vehicle tomorrow to show them around?"
"Do I get to drive your Stang?" he hesitated a moment.
"Only if you are extremely careful with it. You know how I feel about that car."
"I won't hurt your baby don't worry."
"I worry all the time with you miss lead foot." She grinned.
"Tell you what if miss lead foot even scratches it I'll help you beat the living daylights out of her" Christen grinned evilly at her sister making Vivian sweat drop.
"Thank you Christen, but hopefully it will not come to that. Will it Vivian?"
"Sure….whatever you say." He smiled to her. Then looked to the others.
"Hopefully it'll be a nice day tomorrow so I can get you caught up on this world. Would make things much easier."
"Thank you Genki…you guys are strange…."
"Well thank you. We wouldn't want to be boring." Vivian got up leaving the room. "Genki, go to bed before you fall down."
"I can handle my self…"
"You are exhausted and you know it."
"Yes, MOTHER." His sarcasm very evident. "I will have you know you have not seen me exhausted yet. Christen has….."
"Vivi when he's exhausted he runs into walls…" she giggled.
"Come on guys I'll get your rooms set up." He walked back up the stair well his friends in tow.
"Vivi I thought he was doing dishes…."
"He was till I saw how tired he is. And we have harassed him a lot this week."
Upstairs Genki paired his friends off and instructed Golem and Tiger they would be bunking in the basement. Holly watched him curiously; noticing how relaxed he seemed but also that he was indeed exhausted. Granity volunteered to take care of Mocchi and have him in her room. Genki couldn't help but think she was beautiful as a human, and wondered if his friends might hit on her. * I hope she doesn't try to zap them… I know she hates being touched… * Mocchi looked about 10 or 11 the others were in there 20's as far as Genki could see. Their usual color showing up in their hair and clothes. Their eyes the same though. After he had them all but Holly settled, he pulled her a side. "Christen said you could stay with her if you like. Or you can bunk with Granity and Mocchi… " He paused mid statement.
"What is it?"
"Nothing. If you need anything let me know. Or tell my sisters. I do have practice tonight but your welcome to come."
"We'd love to." She smiled, "I really missed you, Genki. Things just weren't the same with out you."
"Thanks Holly, I'm sure they weren't" his hand gripped her shoulder a moment then released. Holly studied him a moment. "Excuse me, I need to get my stuff together for practice." She nodded watching him go to his room. Granity came up next to her.
"You alright?"
"Yeah. The Phoenix wasn't kidding…he has changed a lot."
"He's a man now. I would think he is different. Don't worry about him"
"He's doesn't like his job though…."
"A lot of people don't…" Tiger intruded as he stood next to them. Genki reappeared with an electric guitar case and his skates in hand. Smiling to the others he motioned them to follow. He put his skates on as Vivian eyed him.
"Just don't kill yourself if you go to the park…"
"Wasn't planning on either" he stood up picking up his guitar case and slinging the strap over his head to rest on his opposite shoulder. "You guys ready to go?"
"Yeah but just make sure we can keep up."
"Holly, don't worry bout that." He smiled to them, "later sis." With that he was out the door and carefully skating down the stairs.
Once at the bottom he waited for them then headed out the door onto the sidewalk. Skating at a slow pace he watched for his friends to join up with him of practice. "Its not too far away, we practice in a ware house that Sarah's father owns. He doesn't use the section we use so that's how we ended up with it. David and Slash should be catching up with us along the way. Slash got his nickname from the scar on his neck. Someone tried to kill him. Their in jail now." He looked up to see David skate boarding over.
"Hey G what's up? And who's the peps behind you?" * G? Why did he call Genki that? Is it a nickname? * Holly watched the exchange carefully hoping to learn a little bit about this world from studying those in it.
"Other then work nothings specifically up Dave but I'd like you to meet some friends of mine that recently came for a visit." He turned skating backwards and motioned to each and he spoke. "This is Holly, Mocchi, Hare, Tiger, Golem, Suezo and Granity. Guys this is David."
"Call me Dave. Everyone does."
"Tell that to your mom."
"Hey lay off. I know your middle name you know."
"Whatever. Where's Slash?"
"He should be here soon unless he kills himself along the way." Genki moved out of the way as a bike zipped by him. "Nice try"
"Darn it…your too fast on those damned skates"
"Watch your mouth. And I can beat you any day. Did you take a spill again or are those decoration." He nodded to the wrappings on his arm and leg.
"I took a dive off the ramp. Not one of my great moments."
"You always fall when you're showing off…for a certain girl."
"Like you haven't fallen." * did Genki show off for a girl too? * Holly felt a twinge of jealousy.
"Yes, but I rarely show off. Especially as carelessly as you. You're going to do more then just get banged up one of these times." *so Genki is more careful now huh? * Tiger thought watching their interaction.
"What are you my mother?"
"No, but your like a brother to me. I'm not one to let you do something with out adding my two cents you know that." He smiled. He introduced his monster world friends again.
"They into Cos playing or something?" Slash asked, his eyes lingering on Granity finding her attractive. Genki noted his reaction,
"Yeah something like that. Nicknames like you. You know how that goes." He shrugged and sped off on his bike doing a wheelie among other BMX tricks.
"Genki what's Cos playing?" Holly asked quietly.
"It's dressing up as your favorite game or anime characters. Remember I said monster rancher was a game in this world. Just do your best to follow my lead. I'll help you out when I can." He whispered to them trying to make sure Dave and Slash missed his words.
It didn't take long for them to reach their destination. Sarah and Matt waited for them already.
"Slow pokes. What took so long." She raised a brow as she noticed the others.
"I was showing my friends around a little. They are from out of town and wished to hear us play." He grinned at her.
"Your in trouble…we're having a talk in the office before you leave." He sighed heavily.
"Yes, maam" then took his case over pulling out his electric guitar and setting it in its stand. Pulling out his cable he attached it to the guitar then the amplifier. Once the group was all set he smiled to his MR world friends. As he had figured Sarah had shown them they could sit in the bleachers they had off to the side. Holly watched Sarah closely unsure what to make of the woman. She noticed Sarah too had a guitar but it looked different from Genki's; unlike his, hers was a normal acoustic guitar.
"Everyone ready?" Matt asked as he sat down at his drums.
"Yeah" they all replied. Genki put his electric guitar over his head, Sarah doing the same with her guitar. Dave went to the keyboard as Slash picked up his bass electric guitar.
"One, two, three." Matt counted out before he started the beat with the others. Dumb dumb dumb, keyboard in background faintly as well.
"Oh, have you ever been lied to?
Maybe mistreated
Taken for granted
'Til you just can't stand it?" Genki sang putting his emotions into the song.
"Were you ever mistaken?
Thought to be someone
That you just can't be?" Sarah sang being slightly less emotional.
Both together: "So, where's the love you need?" echo *Holly begins to glare jealously at Sarah now *
Group sings and guitars start strumming with beat.
"Love takes time
Please be kind
See every part of me"
Genki sings alone: "Cause I wanna be loved!"
Group sings:
"Love ain't blind
Ties that bind
Take on eternity"
Genki sings alone:
"Oh, would you like to be trusted
Well, for once in your life?"
Both together:
"Carry that fire
Without burnin' each other"
Genki sings alone:
"Are you easily angry
Oh, can you bury your pride"
Both together:
"Could you ever forgive me
And not keep it inside?"
Sarah sings alone:
"Love takes time
Please be kind"
Genki sings alone: "Oh, yeah!"
Sarah sings alone:
"Love ain't blind
Ties that bind"
Genki sings alone: "Hey! make a sacrifice sometimes"
Sarah sings alone: "Maybe more than you planned"
Genki sings alone: "Don't you hate to go through"
Both sing: "The pain it takes to make a stand"
Genki sings alone: "A hardened heart or a heartache"
Sarah sings alone: "To admit that you're wrong"
Genki sings alone: "And though it's hard"
Both together:
"It hardly Matters if that love is gone
Make a sacrifice sometimes!"
Genki sings alone: "Yeah yeah"
Both together:
"Love takes time
Please be kind
See every part of me
Cause I wanna be loved!" Genki prominent
"Love ain't blind
Ties that bind
Take on eternity, on eternity
Cause I wanna be loved!" Genki prominent
Group sings:
"Love takes time
Please be kind
See every part of me
Cause I wanna be loved!" Genki prominent
"Love ain't blind
Ties that bind
Take on eternity, on eternity" Genki prominent
"Love takes time
Please be kind
See every part of me, every part of me" Genki prominent
"Love ain't blind
Ties that bind
Take on eternity, on eternity" Genki prominent
"Love takes time
Please be kind
Please be kind!
See every part of me."
Genki sings alone: "Cause I wanna be loved!" Music fades out as Dave fades it with his controls.
Genki smiles to Holly and the others. He looks to Matt noticing he is looking a little winded.
"Hey, Matt, maybe we should call it a night. You don't look to well."
"I second that" Sarah looked directly at him. "No protesting we don't need you sick with the concert coming up." Matt sighs in defeat.
"Fine but at least we know were ready right?"
"Yes, Matt, we know that well. Go home and get some rest" Sarah's voice softened as she noticed how pale he looked.
"Alright…"
"I'll walk ya." Dave came over to him helping him out the door now. Slash said his good byes and took off almost slamming into the door on the way out.
"Genki, in my Office Now!" Holly jumped hearing her yell at him like that. * I don't know about her… I guess they really don't get along but…. I know I would love to sing with Genki as she does. *
"I'm not sneaking off…Goodness…chill out." He walked into the office looking slightly tense, after putting his guitar down.
Once inside she sat on the desk facing him, as he shut the door.
"I know you didn't promise but your weren't to one seeing Niki cry…"
"Look I can't always make it to things you know that. I try but I have to work…I have bills to pay you know."
"I know…she did enjoy the present but she still cried because of your absence." She heard him shift his weight. "Daddy was upset with you. I did my best to explain things. He seems calmer now. But I got smacked because of you."
"I'm so sorry Sarah…. I never meant to get you hurt or hurt your sister."
"I know but please…do something with Niki to make up for this…"
"I'll try I have to get my schedule first and have to have the money second…it may take some time." His eyes closed as he sighed. * Why can't my life be normal at all? * He felt her hands on his chest and looked down startled. Seeing her crying he gently put his arms around her holding her till she calmed down. "Its alright Sarah. Things will work out for the best."
"I know…God is here with us…Genki how come you never asked me out when the others did?" he looked startled by her question.
"Because I never had feelings for you in that manner. You're a sister to me. I'll always be here for you but not that way…" she looked down a moment.
"I'd hoped you would…your such a gentleman Genki…."
"Thank you but I am sorry that I don't feel that way." She surprised him with a soft kiss making him stare at her. "What was that for…."
"For being there for me when I need you the most. If you ever need anything in return tell me…"
"I do not expect to be paid back. But I know you'll be there if I need you." He smiled gently kissing her forehead. "I should get going. And you should get some rest." She nodded letting go of him.
They walked out of the office; Holly noticed the tear stains on her face. Now wondering what had happened in there.
"Genki, I will see you at the next practice. I have to get home before my dad kills me…"
"Alright get some rest, Sarah." She waved leaving with her guitar. Genki picked up his as he walked to the others.
"Why was she crying?" Holly asked unsure of what went on.
"I'll tell you when we get home. Not really sure it's my place to say anyway…" the others glanced at each other before following him.
Once home he plopped down on his bed the others watching him as he set his guitar to the side.
"Sarah was upset with her father…. something happened at home. I'm her spiritual mentor so to speak…I've been Christian longer then she has even though she is older then me. From what I gather she is the only Christian in her family. And I know she wanted to be more then friends with me…however I told her I don't feel that way towards her."
"And she took that well?" Suezo ask shocked
"Yes, but she's still upset with her family. I can't tell you what's exactly going on but I know its not over. Things always get worse before they get better."
"I thought you were together." Granity admitted
"Why? Just cause she bosses me around?" he shook his head. "I just don't stand up to women unless I'm pushed. I'm too easy going I guess" he shrugged. * Could have fooled me when you slugged me years ago * Granity mentally added. Christen walked into the room just then with a smile.
"Time for bed I would say…you look beat Genki…"
"Eves dropping?"
"Slightly." He shook his head as she left. The others dispersed leaving Holly standing there.
"What is it Holly?"
"Genki do you ever consider any of your friends as more then friends?"
"I'm not sure what you mean…if you mean as in family yes…" his eyes widened momentarily. He rose walking to her and put his hands on her shoulders making her look up at him. "I have fallen in love with friends before yes. Depends on the person…"
"Are you seeing anyone?" He seemed thrown off guard by the question.
"No, I'm not. I haven't found any one here that I feel that way toward."
"Alright, I will see you in the morning…." She left silently as he wondered what that was about. Shrugging it off he closed his door and got ready for bed. Holly walked into the room with Christen thank her for the kindness before she got ready for bed as well. The house was silent within 15 minutes time.
AAN: yes I re-wrote this due to plot and spelling errors. Hope its better now.