Zexion finally gets another chapter. At least lets hope this ends up being a Zexion chapter. I honestly have no idea. I'm at my boyfriend's house today and we're hanging out in his garage while his house gets bombed for fleas, so I'm just going to try and write as much as I can while he replays Shadow of the Colossus on Hard Mode. Great game by the way. Wander is freickin useless and Agro fails at being a horse, but the battles are fun and the art is AMAZING.
Also, you know what's really writing this chapter?
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Zexion sat in a tree behind the warehouse, waiting for the other five to show up. When he'd heard Vexen had agreed to join Marluxia and Larxene, he and Lexeaus quickly agreed to join, if just to protect their icy friend. He had no idea why Axel wanted to join though. Did he have qualms with Xemnas, like the rest of them? What qualms could the fiery Axel possible have?
The rest of the group finally arrived a few minutes later. Vexen, Axel, Larxene, and Marluxia climbed up into the tree while Lexeaus leaned against the base. Everyone looked at Marluxia, expecting him to start. He was their leader, after all. Was he the leader? This was really all his idea, so it felt fitting to have him be the leader. He cleared his throat and began.
"We all know that in the recent weeks Xemnas has gone power hungry." He stated. Everyone nodded in agreement. The increased restrictions, the nightly barriers, it was all a bit much. "And what's the likely hood he's going to listen to us? There is none. He believes we are nothing but his minions, to with what he pleases. We aren't his soldiers, people. We already in one oppressive environment. I'm not letting us get trapped by another Hojo."
"So what is your plan, Marluxia?" Zexion asked, crossing his legs. "Obviously we can't face up against Xemnas without a plan." Marluxia nodded with a smirk. Zexion hated his smirks. "We need to be stronger, but as individuals and as a team."
"Well clearly." The pink haired boy replied. "What is my plan, Zexion? My plan is we lay low. We act on Xemnas's wishes, all the while growing stronger."
"That's going to take forever." Axel argued. "We're plenty strong right now, and he's one person."
"And what of those who are loyal to him, Axel?" Larxene spat. "Have you forgotten you own best friend in Xemnas's lap dog." Axel shot her a glare but didn't say anything, leaving her with a smug smile. "That's what I thought."
"Shut up."
"You shut up!"
"Both of you be quiet!" Vexen snapped. "You're acting like a pair of children! Is that what you are? Brats fighting over a toy? This isn't a toy you imbeciles, this is our group as a whole. What are we doing after we defeat him, Marluxia? It isn't all going to be over once he's gone. Everyone will need a leader."
"Well clearly I'll be taking over." Everyone raised their eyebrows at the pink haired boy; well, everyone but Larxene, who smiled and nodded. "I'll be the leader and Larxene will be my second in command." Zexion saw Vexen stiffen just a bit, but the boy relaxed so quickly that it was unlikely anyone but Zexion noticed the movement. "There, if every thing is cleared up, I advice we separate before anyone becomes suspicious of our motives." With that, everyone hopped out of the tree, and Vexen, Zexion, and Lexeaus went into the basement, a place they'd pretty much claimed as their own.
"That bastard!" Vexen shouted once they were completely alone. It was a hot day, and Zexion was grateful that his friend's cold aura quickly filled up the room like a walking air conditioner. "How dare he!"
"What's wrong?" Lexeaus asked, leaning against the wall. Zexion cocked his head, also curious. Why was Vexen angry this time?
"He's making Larxene his second in command!" Vexen yelled, waving his arms dramatically.
"Well who did you think it was going to be?"
"...Nevermind!"
"Vexen, are you hiding something from us?" Zexion asked, raising an eyebrow. Vexen gave him a defensive glare and backed away a step, which answered his questions more than words ever could. Sometimes he wondered if Vexen realized how expressive his own body language was. "What are you hiding?"
"Nothing!" Vexen spat, and the smaller male rolled his eyes. He was used to this treatment from the erratic blond. The elder was quick to anger and very defensive, and the pair had been practically brothers for years. "I'm not hiding a thing from you Zexion!"
"I know you're hiding something." Zexion crossed his arms and looked at the large boy behind him. "Lexeaus, if you would." Lexeaus walked over to Vexen and picked him up before his could get away, hugging his arms close to his body. Vexen struggled and cursed violently. "I'm not having him put you down till you tell me."
"Let me go you beefy giraffe man!" Vexen yelled, struggling more. Zexion leaned against the wall and pulled out the Lexicon, reading and waiting. Several minutes later Vexen gave up and sighed. "I'm...with Marluxia."
"Wait what?!" Zexion shouted, snapping the book shut. "You're with Marluxia?! But you hate him!"
"I know I know now put me down Lexeaus!" Vexen yelled back before turning his attention on the large boy that held him. He stormed past Zexion and out the basement. Zexion moved to run after him before feeling a hand on his arm. He looked up to see Lexeaus who shook his head.
"He needs to be alone." The boy said. "I think you do too." Zexion nodded and walked away, not following the icy boy but going off on his own, he sat against the wall outside. Fuck the rules, he needed air. He tossed his head back and took a deep breath, growling when he heard rustling behind him. Dammit. He couldn't be alone, could he? No. No it wasn't allowed. Happiness? Zexion? Those words weren't allowed to exist in the same sentence were they?!
"Zexy? Are you okay?" Demyx asked, sitting next to him. He sighed and the mullet headed blond with a raised eyebrow. "What?"
"Do I look like I want company, Demyx?"
"I don't know." Demyx replied with a shrug. "You looked sad and I don't like seeing sad people." Zexion couldn't help but smile a little bit. "Yay! See, I helped!" Demyx did have a special knack for cheering Zexion up. The younger boy was simply such a puppy. It was kind of adorable.
"Yes Demyx, you helped." Zexion replied. "I'm sorry for worrying you. I just got into a fight with Vexen."
"What was it about?"
"...Something private Demyx."
"Oh...can I know about it?"
"No."
"Oh."
Zexion was about to respond when he heard some rustling in the bushed in front of them. His brow furrowed and he pulled out his book, standing up and getting into a defensive position. Demyx stood up behind him, giving him a worried look. Three people in suits came out. Zexion's eyes widened, immediately recognizing them. Tseng, Rude, and Reno.
"So this is they've been, yo?" Reno asked Tseng.
"Yes Reno." Tseng replied. "This is where I find them."
"Demyx! Go get help!" Zexion shouted. The blond immediately ran into the warehouse and Zexion growled, turning to his opponents. There was no way in hell he was letting them get.
Yay! Done! I don't know if I can keep writing today as I have a boyfriend that I know have to entertain because he's bored of the Colossus. Please review and I hope you enjoyed it!
