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The clouds are floating so freely today...the birds are having fun, too. It's like, nothing in the world could ever bring them down. I...want to feel that way...

...I want to fly...

I gazed up into the sky as my twin brother laid on the grass beside me. He looked at a stray robin that decided to use my head as a resting spot, his usual blank, emotionless stare miffing the bird before it flew away. I didn't really mind it though. I'm totally used to it by now. He shifted his body so his back rested fully on the ground before kicking his feet up and undoing his red and silver AT's upside-down. I tore my gaze away from the sky to watch his movements.

"Roxas..."

"Hm?" He asked offhandedly while slipping his foot out of the AT.

"How does it feel to ride on AT's?"

"..."

He looked at me pointedly. His stare bore into me, and I fidgeted under his blank gaze. Okay, I admit, when I'm the focus of the stare even I get nervous. It's like he can read my thoughts! Gah! Stop looking at me like that!

"You're too easy to read Sora." He sighed. Darn.

I gave him a lopsided grin. "Please?"

"No."

"Meanie."

"Sora, why do you want to ride AT's so much?" He asked as he went back to his foot.

"Well, let's see..." Why? Hum...I suppose I just want to... "...To fly in the sky!"

Roxas paused and raised an eyebrow. "..." He burst out laughing. "God, Sora! Your name means 'sky', and you want to fly in it. What are you, a bird?"

I pouted. "Nooo.... What's wrong with AT's?!"

He finally stifled his chuckles, and composed himself, albeit still with a smile on his face. "Nothing... It's just that-..." He paused. I sighed.

"Aw c'mon! It's the reason why nighttime is 'Roxy Time', right?"

"Don't call me that! Anyways....yeah....."

He never tells me anything! Maybe if I beg...nah. That jerk is as stiff as stone.

"You'd better not be thinking about how I'm a jerk by not telling you anything."

O...M...G....

He burst out laughing again. Me and his best friend Axel are the only ones that can do that to him. Otherwise, he's like a chunk of ice.

"L-Look at your face....!!!"

He was practically rolling on the floor by now. God, what did I do?

After about five minutes of laughing (NONSTOP!!!), he finally stopped laughing at me.

"Hahaha....okay, okay. Sora, maybe it's time for you to get yours....maybe."

I could feel my eyes sparkle. OH WOW!!! Roxas sweatdropped.

"Hey, hey, I said maybe. I'll...think about it."

"THANKS SO MUCH ROXY!!!!"

"Don't call me that!"

I gave my brother a big hug. Roxas fidgeted under the contact, never one for hugs, but luckily for him I let go soon. AT's....Finally!

"You're so happy...." He sighed. Why wouldn't I be?

I chuckled. "I wanna fly, Roxy!"

An emotion I couldn't identify streaked across his features. What was it? It's not...happy, but not sad either...hmm.... But as soon as it appeared, it vanished, leaving only the usual blank face, but still with a soft smile.

"Alright..."He whispered. But I was to happy and excited, so I couldn't hear him when I was thanking him and rushing down the plain. He watched me leave, me just missing him putting his head in his hands.

"...Maybe....it's time..."

That night, I couldn't sleep. Partially because I was excited for AT's, but mostly because someone knocked on my bedroom window. Now who would be up at two in the morning to look in someone's room?

I lifted up the covers and moved sleepily to the window. As I walked closer, I could see the dark outline of the person perched on my windowsill. It was...Roxas?

"Hmm? What is it, Roxy? I thought you were having your usual alone time?"

He looked at me funny again. Then he reached out and grabbed my arm. That startled my out of my half-sleepy state.

"Come, Sora. Brother, you're birth has come."

"Hunh?" What the heck?

He suddenly pulled back, effectively knocking me over and out the window. He scooped me up bridal style, and started jumping from roof to roof. I was stunned. I looked up to Roxas' serious face, but was distracted by the stars whizzing by. I squeezed my eyes shut, until I heard Roxas speak.

"It's alright, Sora. Look. It's the sky. Isn't this what you wanted?"

He jumped especially high, and I opened my eyes to the scene below. It was, to say the least, beautiful. The city lights whirled in the inky blackness of the night. The sounds...the smells... I sucked in a breath. I heard a light chuckle from Roxas.

"This isn't even the half of it, Sora. Soon...soon..." He trailed off, slightly choking out the last word. I looked up at him, to see the glimmer of a wild expression in his eyes, just barely cracking through his carefully placed barrier.

…

Maybe I shouldn't ask.

He seemed to realize his mistake and hurriedly smothered the flame in his eyes.

"Ah...sorry....Sora...."

"Sorry for what?" What now? Is it really that big of a deal to show emotion other than angst every now and then? Gosh...

"N...Nothing."

I sighed, and continued to gaze all around me. I shifted in Roxas' arms, and lifted up an arm. I took my index finger and thumb and made a circle around the full moon, making it look as though I was holding it. Roxas noticed this and cracked a smile.

"Ano hi, mita sora, akane iro no sora o, nee, kimi wa oboeteimasu ka?" He said slowly.

I smiled. Our mom used to sing that song...before...she died.

"Yakusoku chigiri, shoka no kaze no tsutsumu, futari yori sotta..."

I found myself drifting off, the early-ness of the morning finally catching up to me. The whispering wind, warmth of my brother's body and his voice lulled me to sleep.

I looked down at the sleeping figure of my twin. He's so...peaceful. I sighed. I wonder if he'd be so comfortable with me if he knew how many people I've hurt...

...Bloody Road....huh?...

I just hope he stays flying in the light...'Cause I sure didn't...

I sighed again. Not that I could help it. A person's road is theirs alone, and no one can change that. I sort of doubt Sora would stray, but then again, Akito was the Fang King the last time I saw him. I smiled wryly. Looks could be deceiving...

...Still, Sora is the last person I'd think of that would get chained down. He enjoys flying, even a little...too much. I know I shouldn't worry so much, but others always said I was over-protective...

Light filtered in slightly from the horizon. Was it that early already? Good thing I have night shift tomorrow...or today....whatev'. I started jumping back home, when the smell of blood hit my nose.

Not again...

I was lucky to ignore it during the time Sora was awake, but it's coming back full-force. Gotta get home, gotta get home...

I stopped abruptly. Someone was following me. And what did you know? The smell was coming off of him.

...Just my luck.

"Mmph..."

I yawned as I woke up back in my bed. I looked around, kinda disappointed to see that I was in my bedroom instead of the beautiful night sky. I sighed. I hope it wasn't just a dream. I dragged myself out of bed. What time is it?

….'Effing five in the morning.

Ah well. At least I don't have to rush to start on my paper route. I lazily searched through my closet for something at least semi-decent to wear. Eventually I threw on a red T-shirt, baggy jeans and a black jacket. I headed to the bathroom, brushed my teeth, and went along my morning routine. I finally headed downstairs, Roxas nowhere in sight, not even in his room (don't ask, I do this every morning, just to see if he's still out), although I was well used to it. Yes, the guy likes to stay up past five in the morning every night.

I walked into the kitchen and started to make breakfast for the both of us. Even though I'm technically the older sibling, Roxas is definitely the more adult one. He works hard every day just so we can eat and keep our house. He takes care of me, and honestly, he's over-protective. Like, really. Don't ask. Anyways, that's why I try my hardest to be useful. I cook and clean the house, and I work as hard as I can, in school and at work. When we can get together every day, I try to teach him stuff I learn in school, 'cause all he does is work all day. I also picked up various jobs around town, that would hire a high school student like me, so Roxy doesn't have to work as much. Ah, there's the wonderboy himself.

"Morning Roxy."

He didn't reply as he went straight for the bathroom. I saw blood on his face.

"Roxy, wait."

He paused, and turned around. Drops of blood were scattered throughout his clothing. Again?

"Jeez, what do you do every night?" I sighed and turned the stove off. I walked towards him, and accompanied him to the bathroom. He was silent. When we got there, I got a wet rag and attempted to wipe the blood off of his shirt, Roxas' eyes following my every move. I managed to partially get it off, but stains were left everywhere. At least he wears the same shirt whenever he goes out at night.

After I finished, I stood back and examined my handiwork. Meh...at least he doesn't look like a child who went crazy with red paint anymore. I sighed again.

"Soooo.....are you going to tell me whose blood that was?"

He flinched.

….He's not going to tell me, is he?

"Meh. Come down when you're ready. Sunny-side up."

I went back into the kitchen, Roxas still watching me intently. I ignored him, and continued to make breakfast. Finally he relented and walked back to his room, eyes narrowed in thought. What's up with him? Ah, whatever. Eggs are done.

I-I don't know what to do anymore...

Sora.....

You keep flying away from me...away from my side....

You're leaving the chained one behind because you finally grew your wings...

...Ah well....

At least you're happy without me...

...Sora...?

Will you do me one last favor?

...Will you see the sky for me....for the one rejected from the clouds?

Will you...fly?

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