The Glorious Full Moon

Chapter 6: An Older Female Influence

The next morning, Luna and Akiza were sitting outside at the cafe. Luna had really wanted to talk with Akiza, and they had agreed to meet there.

"Is anything wrong, Luna?" Akiza asked concerned.

Luna smiled and said, "No! Nothing's wrong. In fact, it's wonderful!"

Akiza smiled back and replied, "It's Matthais, right, "The guys told me all about him from what Leo told them."

Luna nodded and said, "Yeah, it's Matthais. Well, you see, I'm not really sure what I should do. I mean, Leo was really upset last night. He just went to bed without saying a word. He didn't even have anything to eat!"

"It's that serious?" Akiza asked, raising an eyebrow.

Luna nodded again and said, "Yeah. I think Leo's really jealous of Matthais, but I would never completely abandon Leo! Never! But, well, I really want to spend all the time I can with Matthais because, well, you know..."

Akiza thought for a moment and said, "Yes, I think I understand. Hmmm, well, I don't think it's jealousy. What Leo's problem is, is that he wants to protect you. He juts doesn't trust Matthais enough...yet. I blame the whole thing on the incident with Lester."

"But I never had a crush on Lester!" Luna cried angrily, "Never! Ever! I just wanted to make friends with him, nothing else! But I know for sure that I am in love with Matthais, and I know that he loves me back and would never do anything to hurt me or Leo or any of our friends. It's like, when we are near each other, we can feel each other's hearts, and we feel, a special connection."

Akiza sat up straight and said, "You know, I could understand why you wouldn't want the other guys to hear all of this, seeing as it really isn't their business anyway, but, don't you think you should tell Leo about this. He is your brother, and if you tell Leo exactly what you told me, I'm sure it would make him feel more comfortable with you being with Matthais. Especially that part about you feeling each other's hearts."

"No, no! I can't!" Luna cried, "Leo seemed really upset last night. I just couldn't tell Leo that I really do love Matthais! It would get him even madder!"

"But Luna, if you convince him that Matthais really is a good person by telling him what you just told me, I'm sure Leo will understand. Remember, Leo just doesn't want to keep you safe, he also wants to keep you happy, and you're the happiest when you're with Matthais. Just think about what I've said."

Luna sighed and got up to leave, but she suddenly turned to the psychic duelist and said, "Hey Akiza, I was just wondering...do you...maybe...kind of...like Yusei the way I like Matthias?"

Akiza jumped up, he face in a deep blush, and said, "What? I – er – no! I mean, we're just friends, that's all! Nothing like...that..."

Luna blushed lightly with embarrassment and said, "Oh, well, okay. I'm sorry about that. Well, see you later."

As Luna left, Akiza was left blushing and in deep thought.

For the record, Luna never had a crush on Lester! Never! EVER!