3rd Summer

To all young eyes it may seem that life can never hurt anything a child possesses. All a child must do is to live, explore, and have as much fun as possible while doing the aforementioned. However, fate and life coexist and fate is not always as forgiving and carefree. Tragedy can strike at a moment's notice. The most heart-breaking tragedies that fate can deal out happen to humans, adult and child, when they least expect them.

Four years have gone by and nearly every day during each summer Kai continued to keep his promise to Rei and went to play with him and several times went over to Rei's home to have dinner with the Chinese family and spend the night. However, as Kai appreciated sleeping next to his best friend, he noticed Rei, recently, would shift closer to him and sometimes reached out to hold Kai's hand and arm while he slept. Kai thought Rei was just playing in his sleep, dreaming, trying to grab his scarf as usual. The Russian boy smiled at the innocence and before he lay down to sleep, he untied his scarf and draped it near or sometimes over Rei's shoulders. It seemed to work, though when they woke the next morning, the Chinese boy's face would turn beet red as he handed back the scarf. Kai almost laughed each time.

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There was still a month left before the start of summer came about, but the weekend was always welcomed with a relaxing delight. However, there was only so much to do in the Hiwatari mansion in the middle of snowy Russia, especially to a boy who had only just become a teenager. Kai lay back on his relatively large bed; where he could easily fit his brothers, mother and father as well as himself, it was that big. He lay staring at the darkened ceiling. The black silk sheets twisted around his pale yet well-muscled legs and waist. Books and notebooks were spread out across the handcrafted mahogany desk, elegantly designs ran down the four legs and the gold desk drawer handles gleamed brightly against the fading sunlight through the nearby window. Kai knew he still had some homework to finish before he had to go downstairs for dinner, but there was a problem. Kai could not concentrate on anything except one.

His hands rested atop his chest. Lightly his fingers tightened around a small package, all wrapped in bright, shiny colors and tied with a gold ribbon. A card was taped to it, reading, 'To Rei'. Kai wanted to send it to Rei at Christmas time, but saw no way to do it without letting his secret out, and when your family owns just about every business in the country it's rather difficult to get anything through that you don't want them to know about, especially when one of them is your evil grandfather.

Resting his head against the silk pillow, Kai held up the gift to his eye level. It was such a strange feeling. He could not stop thinking about his dark-haired friend. Every time he mentioned Rei to his mother during their private chats, Kai could not help it as a small smile appeared on his lips. Thinking that Rei would be waiting for him, always in that same field, that same bright grin, those same shining gold eyes, all of Rei made Kai's heart thump against his chest. With his hand against his chest, Kai listened to his rapid and anxious heartbeat…

*thump*

*thump*

THUD! CRASH!

Kai bolted up in shock and jumped from his bed and raced from his room and into the hall upon hearing the commotion. Rei's gift fell from his numb fingers and lay on the floor, forgotten.

He nearly collided with his brothers who also rushed from their rooms, concern shining with their eyes. Noticing Bryan's blackberry phone in the 24-year-old's hand, a dominating glint flashed within his eyes and his voice took on a commanding tone.

"Bryan, call the police and the ambulance! After that, call dad!"

Before Bryan had a chance to respond, Kai turned to his red haired brother, "Tala, you come with me. We'll find out what happened.

The boys nodded in agreement. "I think it came from downstairs." Tala supplied his information, which Kai agreed since the redhead's room was the closest to the stairs. They raced around the corner and down the hall, but they skid to a halt at the top of the stair. Red and blue eyes widened with fright. Three or four steps from the bottom of the stairs lay their mother, unmoving. The boys raced down to her. Kai touched her shoulder gently with his own trembling hand as Tala urgently went to check her vital signs. He gulped worriedly as he felt only a very faint pulse and quickened breath. He looked to his brother, "Kai, she needs to get to the hospital, now."

The 19-year-old, though had only started studying at medical school, also began interning at a local hospital. Kai knew he could trust his brother and that only made his heart race faster. He called out in a voice that made the delicate chandeliers tremble.

"Bryan! Hurry up!"

A few minutes later, the boys jolted their heads up at the faint sound of an ambulance just outside. Kai ran to the door across the main hall and threw open the main doors, just as the ambulance and two police cars turned, speeding through the electronic gate and up the long driveway. Bryan quickly appeared beside Kai at the front entrance and directed the police and paramedics to their mother's unconscious form.

* * *

The wait was long and seemed to last for an eternity as the three Hiwatari brothers sat in the waiting area of the local Moscow Hospital. They're hearts were racing as fingers drummed against the chair arms. Bryan sat across from the small television that hung high in a corner of the room. However, he wasn't paying any attention the ESPN station that was currently playing. Hard silver eyes glared at his cell in his hand. He was waiting impatiently for it to ring. His other hand curled to a tight fist in anger and annoyance. His phone couldn't get a signal. Finally unable to take it, Bryan took a rigid breath and stood, and with heavy footsteps he stormed through the hospital doors.

However, his disappearance went unnoticed by Kai who standing on his last nerve. His whole body was trembling anxiously. He continued to pace around the room, unable to be still for even a moment. Finally, his body stopped at the floor-to-ceiling window. Tired eyes stared at their reflection. They had been there all night, stubbornly refusing the nurses' attempts to convince to go home and rest. Kai's fists gripped tightly at his side. He was angry. He couldn't do anything for his mother. Kai felt helpless as events fell out of his control. He hated that. Kai glared at his reflection. His fist twitched, wanting to punch his transparent image.

Suddenly, a pair of arms wrapped around the blue-haired boy. Tala rested his head against Kai's broad shoulder. The red head could sense his younger brother was tense. He knew he had to be the calm and collected one, especially when his two brothers had such short tempers. He sighed as he felt the boy relax slightly, leaning into his touch. Blue eyes lifted to stare passed downcast transparent red eyes out the window. They watched the entrance of the hospital; cars and hospital trucks came and went. Bryan stood outside with the wind sweeping briskly through his lavender hair. He urgently talked on his cell phone, and although they couldn't hear what he was saying. Their elder brother was yelling, frustration etched on his face.

* * *

Two hours later, a long black limousine came speeding toward the hospital and coming to screeching halt in front of Bryan. Two figures emerged from the passenger doors. Tala and Kai watched, eyes brightening a little as they saw their father rush out of the limo and race through the hospital entrance. Bryan followed after him. However, their gazes fell again as an elderly man, their grandfather, stand beside the car door, waiting impatiently. Although none could see it, a flicker of scorn flashed in the old man's eyes, while a small smirk came upon his thinning lips.

Hurried footsteps alerted the boys inside making them turn. Kenji rushed to his boys and pulled them into one big embrace, clinging to them like his life depended on it. When they broke apart for personal space, Tala explained what had happened.

Just then, a nurse cleared her throat and Hiwatari men abruptly faced her, anxiously waiting her response.

"Mr. Hiwatari, I assume, their father?" The young nurse, light brown hair pulled in a high ponytail, held herself straight with a high degree of professionalism. 'Susan' it read on her tag around her neck.

Kenji nodded, "Tell me; is my wife alright?"

The nurse gave a kind smile, "Your wife will be fine. She's sleeping now. We ran several tests, and as far as we can tell there is nothing wrong. It looks like she had a minor case of fatigue, most likely caused by stress or overworking herself."

"Will she be discharged today?" Tala questioned, stepping forward, and the nurse nodded.

"I see no reason to keep her here longer. It will take a while to get all the paperwork in order, but I would assume by this afternoon, she'll be able to leave."

"Can we see her now?" A quiet voice made everyone turn heads to Kai, whose eyes were still locked with the pastel linoleum floor.

"Of course, you can, though she is sleeping now, try not to startle her." The nurse forewarned, "She is room 255."

The nurse motioned the family to follow as she led them through the maze of hallways and stairs, until she stopped at the specific door. She shook hands with the four men and turned to leave, seeing to her other patients. The family went inside and waited by Natsumi's bed in silence with baited breath until they saw her warm smile again.

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* * *

Weeks passed by and unfortunately Natsumi was not getting any better. Nearly everyday when Kai came home from school, he would find his mother collapsed in a deep sleep on the couch or in a chair. They always had to cut their tea times shorter and shorter because Natsumi became nauseous and she would claim fatigue and take a long rest. This however didn't stop Voltaire from calling his son away on business trips nearly every other day, occupying Kenji with more work to concentrate on and pushing his family further from his mind.

Finally, it was the last day of school, and Kai was in a rush as he hurried to his locker and in haste stuffed his books and papers into his pack and zipped it closed. Kai didn't bother to zip up his long dark blue coat as he threw it over his shoulders. Kai was in a hurry. He jogged through the hallways toward the school entrance. Along the way, he bumped into several students, and only muttered a cold apology. He couldn't waste time. He had to get home!

He had only stepped one foot through the school's entrance when a long black limousine glided easily to a stop in front of him. Kai wasn't surprised at that. The family driver always was so prompt when picking up the Hiwatari Children from their activities and duties. What did surprise his mahogany eyes and clouded them with unshed tears was the person who opened the back passenger door. His father stepped out, motioning the boy to hurry. However, Kai didn't rush into his father's outstretched arms. His gaze was locked with the figure behind the taller man, still sitting in the car. Kai hugged his mother as he launched himself into her lap. Natsume steadied herself and took a few deep breath, gaining a little more strength (her son was five years old anymore) to support Kai and hug him back, and brought him into the limo.

Kai had his face tucked into the silk folds of his mother's blue-gray hair when a touch on his shoulder turned him away from Natsume. He stared at his dad's stern yet concerned face and instantly moved off to sit in the empty seat next to his mother.

The door closed and the car was revved to life down the street. Kai noticed as he glanced out the window, they were heading in the opposite direction of their home. Turning to his mother, he quietly asked.

"Where are we going?"

Natsume just smiled, but didn't answer, for Tala who was sitting across from Kai spoke up.

"We're living for the summer home, now, a few days ahead of schedule."

"Mother wasn't feeling well. It was dad's decision to leave early to help her get well." Bryan continued the conversation, sitting next to the red head with his arms crossed, looking bored. A gun holster was strapped to his waist. Kai remembered, Bryan was in training to be on the Moscow Police Force, and from the look of indifference on his face, he wasn't at all happy to be pulled from training, but at the same time, he was more concerned for his mother's health.

Kai was concerned though about another issue now. "I haven't packed anything. There are things I really wanted to take with me." He didn't want to sound too demeaning and revert to begging. It was beneath his pride as a Hiwatari man. However, with a faint touch on his shoulder, he looked to see his mother reach for something under the seat. Seconds later, she placed a small bag in his lap. "I think this is what you wanted."

Natsume smiled as Kai looked inside. A blush came across his cheeks as he quickly shut the bag and held it protectively against his chest. He fell silent for the rest of the trip as his longing eyes strayed to the window, watching the cloudy blue sky passing him by.

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By the time the family arrived at their summer home, the bright warm sun was just barely peaking over the high mountain tops. It was dinner time. Kai also knew it was too late to try and see Rei. He made his way to his room and placed the bag in the secret compartment drawer on his bedside night stand. He didn't want his nosy brothers (Tala especially) to find it and tease him endlessly afterwards.

With a solemn composure, he came downstairs, but before he could reach the last step, his mother called to him. Mahogany eyes turned up to see her coming towards him.

"Oh, Kai, I was wondering if you would like to accompany for a walk to the town near here. Tala and Bryan are coming as well. They wanted to try out some of the local bars. Since you're still too young, I thought you and I could talk or look around see if there's anything that might interest you."

Kai thought for a moment. There was really only one thing, or person, Kai wanted to see, but spending time with his mother was important, especially now. Who knows how many more chances he will get to casually talk to her?

"Alright, I'll come with you." Kai agreed, and he extended his hand offering to her which she graciously took, but turned a worried eye to him. "Kai, do you not want a jacket or something? Night is falling and it's getting a little chilly tonight."

Kai didn't want his jacket. A night breeze didn't bother him in the least, but seeing his mother's concern. He stepped away and went to the walk-in coat closet. When he returned, he was wearing an Italian black leather jacket and he helped drape a thick white wool shawl across his mother's shoulder. With arm in arm, mother and son set off down the small dirt path leading to town. Bryan and Tala were walking casually, but staying alert and ready, behind them.

Once Kai and Natsume lost Tala and Bryan to the bars and night clubs, the two strolled down the crowded streets, through the small park where small children merrily played and laughed. Natsume convinced Kai to have some ice cream so they continued their walk savouring their chilled strawberry cones.

"Hey Kai!"

A sudden shout made Kai turn in alert. Coming out of the local pharmacy store, a mother and her son stepped out. Flowing raven hair in a ponytail that framed molten gold eyes made Kai's breath hitch in his throat. Rei's hand slipped from his mother's and he rushed toward Kai enveloping him in an energized hug. "I've missed you so much!"

Kai couldn't help the smile on his face, although he was also in state of surprise. He wanted to hug his friend back, but his ice cream was still in his hand. Instead he wrapped one arm tightly around Rei's waist. "It's good to see you too."

"Kai, who is you handsome friend?" Kai's tinted cheeks became a full blush as he heard his mother comment beside him. Rei heard her too and released Kai only to give a polite smile and bow of his raven head to the older woman.

"Please to me you, ma'am. I'm Rei Kon. I'm Kai's friend."

"Rei!" Another woman, whom Kai recognized as Rei's mother, hurried toward them, worried etched on her face. "Please, don't run off like that again!" She took hold of Rei's hand as she voiced her discipline toward her young son. "You had me worried sick. What if something had happened to you?"

"There was no trouble at all. We were just saying hello." Natsume interrupted the woman with a kind smile and gentle laugh, making her turn upright.

"Forgive me-" The woman started but stopped as Natsume raised a hand to silence her. Natsume just giggled. "There's nothing to apologize. Children can be impulsive when they want to be."

"Indeed. Oh, my name is Hay-lin Kon." Hay-lin joined in with Natsume's small talk and witty laughs. "It's a pleasure," Natsume replied, "I am Natsume Hiwatari."

"Oh my," Hay-lin let out a soft gasp of surprise, "I didn't realize my Rei had befriended someone whose family was so highly respected. Though I did find it odd that he met a boy near our village; our village is isolated from the closest city."

Natsume covered her mouth to hold in her small burst of laughter. "Same here; I had no idea our summer home was so near to a village. There is such a wide area surrounding our estate."

As the two mothers gossiped, Rei turned and eyed Kai's ice cream. With pleading golden eyes sparkling, Kai caved and offered part of his sweet treat. Rei grinned with pure happiness and with a swirl of his tongue he took a bite.

"Well, it was such a pleasure talking to Natsume."

"Likewise; we should definitely meet again."

"Come along Rei."

"Ah, mama, could Kai spend the night again?"

Rei's mother sighed, exasperated. "Rei, don't be rude, it's too late for that kind of request. Besides, their family just arrived. I'm sure they're still jet-lagged.

Kai's mother laughed in response to this. "Nonsense my dear, all of the handsome men in my family recover very quickly and don't let minor setbacks delay their plans. They are all very determined. And," She leaned into to whisper to Hay-lin, like a secret, "They are also very stubborn." She chuckled

"Aren't all men?" Hay-lin joined in their private laugh.

"Actually," Natsume stopped laughing, her eyes mixed with seriousness as well as delight, "I have always wanted to meet the young man who befriended my youngest. I have a suggestion."

Kai turned his head sharply toward her, eyes wide. He knew that gleam in her eyes. She was planning something, and Kai did not like it. "Mother…"

"Would your family like to come to our home for dinner tomorrow evening?"

At this Rei was ecstatic, gripping his mother's hand, to keep himself from jumping up and down. He always wanted to see Kai's home, but didn't want to make his friend uncomfortable. His free hand slipped into Kai's and gave a gentle squeeze, after feeling a slight tremor within Kai's body.

"Thank you for the offer, Mrs. Hiwatari. We would love to, but I will have to confirm plans with my husband."

"I understand, and please call me Natsume." Kai's mother's smile faltered slightly. It must be so nice to have a discussion with one's husband over family issue. With her however, Hiwatari men usually made decisions at the first impulse with consultation. "Here," Natsumi shuffled through her handbag, (she had already finished off her ice cream) and pulled out a pen and paper, "This is the number you can reach me." She wrote down the information and handed it to Hay-lin.

"Thank you. I will give you a call if we can make it."

Natsumi smiled and shook the woman's hand, "And don't worry I will make the arrangements to bring your family to our home."

Hay-lin agreed. Then she took Rei's hand, "It was nice meeting you."

"It was a pleasure meeting you." Natsumi called back, watching the two cross the street.

"Goodbye Kai!" Rei called out over his shoulder as he waved, "I'll see you tomorrow, right?"

Kai nodded as he waved back.

As soon as they were out of sight, mother turned to her so with a smile. "You're friend is very kind and handsome." Kai turned his face away quickly, hiding a light blush. Natsumi giggled as she placed an arm around her son's shoulders. "Come on, let's head home. The boys said they would call when they're coming home." Squeezing his shoulders, his mother led the boy back home. For the thirteen year old, it was way past his bedtime.

* * *

The next morning Kai woke to the warm rays streaming through his window, hitting his face. He winced, turning away from the bright light in his eyes. There on his nightstand was his digital alarm clock with bright red glowing numbers reading, 11:34. Kai's eyes flew open and he sat up straight in bed. His mind and memory finally woke up with the rest of his body. He had to see Rei today! Throwing away the covers, Kai sprinted across the bedroom to the bathroom slamming the door in his rush.

After about an hour Kai emerged from his room, and jogged down the hallway toward the stairs. He passed by Tala's room where the door was open a small crack. The nineteen year old lay sprawled on his bed, covers thrown in every direction, and him snoring loud enough to cause an earthquake.

Shaking his head, Kai continued his path, not even bothering to check Bryan's room. When he reached their age, he promised himself he would never behave like that.

He entered the main hall and headed for the front door, but stopped as he cast a sideways glance toward the parlor, where his mother sat. She had just hung up the phone. Curious, Kai sidestepped into the room. "Mother, who were you just talking to?" His heartbeat pounded against his chest.

His mother smiled, "Oh Kai, I just finished talking to Mrs. Kon." Kai's breath hitched in his throat, but he stayed silent waiting for her to continue. Her smile saddened, "She says her daughter is attending a birthday sleepover, and her husband has a council meeting this evening, and she, herself, is volunteering all day at the local clinic."

Kai felt his heart fall like a stone in his chest. This meant Rei wouldn't be coming. He was about to turn away, when his mother's voice stopped him.

"Young Rei however, still wants to visit, and she said she would drop him off around 2 o'clock."

Kai's face brightened in that one sentence, and he felt a smile reach from one ear to the other. He sat down on the sofa and hugged his mother, eternally grateful to have her in his life. While having her son in her arms, Natsumi reached over to the nearby table and picked up a small bell. She jingled it. Hearing this, Kai smiled as he buried his face into his mother beautiful long hair. It was tea time.

* * *

Kai rushed downstairs at the sound of the doorbell chime echo through the house. He had been outside playing with his soccer ball, which he had gotten for his ninth birthday. He had gone upstairs to take his second shower for the day. It was hot outside and he was all sweaty and gross. The blue-haired teen rushed to the door and threw it open. There on the welcome mat a smiling Rei stood in an immaculate white Chinese shirt and pressed dark blue pants. "Hi Kai." In his arms, Rei held a large container clutched to his chest, and on his back, a fairly heavy pack was hung. "Hello Rei." Kai replied softly and stepped aside to let Rei enter.

Rei moved to follow after Kai. The house was humongous. Rei almost didn't want to move and go into another room, for fear of getting lost in this place, but he remembered he was with Kai. His best friend would never let him get lost, would he? And so, he walked as close to Kai as possible.

"Is there anything to eat in this house?!" A voice echoed from the stairs and the two boys stopped to look up and see a wet disheveled red head (in only a white fluffy robe) run down the stairs and veered off to the right and through the doorway, which in turn led to the kitchen. Kai put his head in his hand, completely embarrassed by his older brother.

Just then an airy laughter drifted into the hall. Kai touched Rei's shoulder and led him to the parlor room where they found Natsumi sitting in a large plush armchair, a book in her lap. "That boy makes me laughter every time he opens his mouth."

"Mother…?"

Natsumi turned her head and her face brightened. She stood. "Welcome Rei. I'm so glad you could make it. Would like something to drink?" She gestured to the empty tea tray on the table, which two of the occupants in the room knew it could be refilled easily.

Rei smiled at her kindness and hospitality. He lightly shook his head, "No ma'am, but thank you." He looked down at his arms and held out the container. "My mother made this casserole for the dinner. She is sorry for not being able to make it."

Natsumi waved it off. "No apologies are needed. But we all thank her for the kind gesture. Here, I'll take it to the kitchen and make sure the staff hides it from Kai's brother." She chuckled at the last part as she stepped forward. However, Kai intercepted her. "I'll take it mother." Kai turned to Rei and took the casserole. Their fingers brushed and a spark jolted through them both. They blushed and turned away. "I think I'll go with Kai, ma'am." Rei bowed his head and hurried to catch up with Kai to walk with him, however, Natsumi's hand touching his shoulder stopped him. "Rei dear; why don't I show you to where you will be staying tonight, you can put your bag down then you can join Kai and play until dinner is ready."

Rei was reluctant as he cast a quick glance over his shoulder as Kai disappeared around the corner. He knew though Mrs. Hiwatari was right. Maybe it would be exciting. He could explore Kai's home for a little bit, a new place. He turned back to the woman and nodded, allowing himself to be led up the stairs.

* * *

Kai breathed a long sigh, which he had been holding through out dinner. Tala had been eyeing him and Rei, sitting next to each other, with a devious smirk. Kai didn't like it. At least his grandfather wasn't around. He was still back home in Russia.

Afterwards, Natsumi kissed her boys, Rei included, and bid them all a goodnight. Her husband insisted that she should get some rest and swept her off to bed.

Kai took hold of Rei's hand and pulled him up the stairs. He listened carefully and walked as if he was on eggshells. Sometimes he couldn't trust his older brother. Tala was always unpredictable, pulling pranks. Kai turned the doorknob of his room and turned around to see Rei was still beside him. Although the hall was dark, except for the occasional lamp along the wall, Kai could clearly see the glow of amber eyes, shimmering like pure gold in a dark cave. They were so pretty.

Suddenly, a blur rushed by. It bumped into Rei as it passed, throwing the boy into Kai, and sent both boys falling against the door and collapsing in a heap. What caught them both off guard was as they smashed together, their lips met in a surprise kiss. The kiss lingered for a moment, as they lay on the floor. Just then, Kai broke away upon hearing the echoing laughter around the far corner. He bolted out from under Rei and ran after his brother, shouting, "You are so dead Tala!"

This, however, left Rei alone, sitting on the floor in shock. A bright blush stained his cheeks. His fingers trembled as he touched his lips. He murmured, "That was his first kiss…"

Rei stood up abruptly as he saw Kai come around the corner. He was still fuming. Kai didn't even look at Rei as he walked passed the boy through the bedroom and into the bathroom and slammed the door closed, making Rei jump at the loud action. Turning to his bag on the bed, Rei decided to get ready to sleep and changed his clothes.

As soon as Rei was ready, he sat on the bed with his knees pulled to his chest. He sat in silence, thinking; waiting for his friend to come back to the room. He couldn't help but notice as he sat in the middle of the bed. No wonder Kai's mother told him he wouldn't need a roll out futon. Kai's bed was big enough for three people! Rei thought he was going to be swallowed by it.

Kai, still with his eyes downcast, appeared and stepped toward the bed, but he walked passed it to the night table and kneeled down. Curious, Rei tried to peer over Kai's shoulder, but couldn't see what Kai was hiding. Kai quickly stood and turned around, arms behind his back, holding something.

"I wanted to send this to you at Christmas, but I couldn't."

Kai held out the brightly wrapped present to Rei, who accepted it. He was smiling, wonderment glowed upon his face. "What is it?"

"Open it." Kai said softly, though not looking at Rei. In his mind, he was nervous, racing with the question, "would he like it?"

Excited like a child on Christmas morning, Rei ripped off the bright paper and tore open the box. A shock of silence filled the air as well as the Chinese boy's face. He reached in and pulled out a brand new silver iphone.

Worried about the long silence, Kai produced his own iphone from his pocket and showed it to Rei. "Now we can keep in contact anytime we want. We don't have to wait for the summertime to talk to each other." Kai had barely finished his sentence as Rei launched himself from the bed to give Kai a huge hug, throwing his arms around the Russian's neck. "Thank you so much! I love it!"

Kai froze. His mind suddenly flashed back to the "accidental" kiss they shared earlier. That was his first kiss! Kai smiled and wrapped his arms around Rei's waist. If he had to give it to anyone, he was glad it was to his best friend.

--TBC--

Whoo! I don't know what it was, but this chapter gave me hell. Halfway through it, I had absolutely nothing planned out. Basically I was making up the whole thing as I went.

I hope it came out okay!

Preview:

4th summer; tragedy will strike, and it will take its toll on more then one person…