A/N: Hello my loves! Yes, it is me, I have come back the land of the dead. Or some it seems. For the time being anyway. *cough* anyway...
Yes, yes, I apologize for the lack of updates. My excuses aren't anything original, school, stuff, writer's blocks and etc... But I haven't abandoned this story, no frickin' way. I haven't abandoned my other story too, but for some reason it's harder for me to work on that one... Sue me, blah.
And yes, this is actually a canon chapter this time. The second part of the special will be posted some time after this one, I just wanted to let you all know what's going on with the story before I disappear again... Yeah... Anyway...
Thanks to soccerabby23, AlphaLunaBetaOmega for favoriting and following, AxWildxLugiaxAppeared, Kitty-Cat134 for favoriting, DoctorSherlockTrancy, Cats are my World, tiggytickle for following, Ase Rine, Isella of the wolf tribe, Darkmay, Shadownightes, Renee, TPWABW, fangirl01music, Carley-Carley-Carley, Cats are my World for reviewing.
Ase Rine: I already answered most of your review, soo yeah... xD But I left the last part to be answered here...Turtles? Really?! Oh for fcks sake! Whyyy?! Do you honestly think I just made up those fears for Celle? No, no I didn't! I have all the fears she does, including chelonaphobia. And turtles for me aren't exactly cute, alright? Don't judge mee! *cri cri* When I write I imagine every single thing, so imagining turtles isn't what I really want to do *cri cri* But of course, how can I say no to a reader? Especially a beta one. So you'll get your turtle, or tortoise to be exact. And neither me nor Celle are gonna enjoy it...
Isella of the wolf tribe: Your wait has come to an end! A rather long one, but hey, I really hope it was worth it xD Plis don't scold me...
Darkmay: I'm glad you did! And you, my friend, get a highfive and a cookie! Yup, that's exactly where I got the inspiration from :P And, well, yeah... Soon... Yeah... *cough*
Shadownightes: Yes, yes, I feel you. Stuff happens. I've been in such situations before, so I know. But finally the cliffhanger will be over, right? Though it's not something 'wow' or anything, you probably guessed it already, heheh... Yeah... Wait, what OOCness?! People, come on! If you see that kind of stuff, pleaseee tell me! I need to know! But I'm glad you liked the story :P And yes, Margaret could be very amusing at times, I agree xD / Awww, thank you!
Renee: Yes, exactly! I'm trying not to make my stories silly or whatever, I want them to seem as realistic as I can. I've read a lot of similar stories and I just didn't like the way they portrayed the characters, like 'Oh, I'm in a different world? Okay.' No, that doesn't happen! Thank you for you review!
For those who reviewed the special, thank you for you opinion!
On to the chapter!
Chapter X~
I felt myself placing my hands over my chest, as if to protect it from something. I felt uneasy being stared at, no matter the reason. And it seemed like Kid was looking right through me into my soul, which was actually true, so knowing that it was even more uncomfortable.
With that motion of mine, the teen in mind lifted his eyes to me.
''Well don't just sit there, tell me what's wrong with my soul, because there definitely is something, right?'' I spoke a bit harshly.
'Of course there is, we already went through this. We both know your soul is corrupted, it doesn't take an expert to tell that.'
'Well, at least I have a soul.'
'Such burn, much wow. Though I don't think you can state that... Let's hear what the expert has to say. Because I believe I do have a soul.'
'You're sure?'
'Absolutely. I always was and always will.'
'Sure...'
''There isn't anything particularly...'' Kid stopped for a moment. ''...wrong with it. It's just that... I haven't encountered something like this before. And it interests me greatly.'' He took another pause, thinking something over. ''May I ask you something?'' After my nod he continued. ''Do you feel strange in any kind of way, physically or mentally?''
''I... don't think I understand the question.'' I said slowly.
''What I mean is, do you feel different from how a normal person should? Maybe something strange and unexplainable is going on inside your head?'' Okay, I'm getting a bit scared now.
''Quit the chase and tell me what exactly made you think that way?'' I shook my head and almost demanded.
''Well, you see... It seems like your body is a host to two souls instead of one.''
After that silence took over. I could only hear the clock on the wall ticking. As the information flood into my head, my expression remained unchanged, because somehow I just couldn't believe what I was hearing. It probably shouldn't have been as shocking as it was for me, but I can't help it! One paranormal thing at a time please! I can't handle two!
''Wait, what?'' That was all I could say after good two minutes. That probably sounded stupid.
''What you heard. That was actually one of the main things I didn't leave immediately to Nevada and stayed.'' Kid stated. ''And it's more interesting than one would think...''
''Alright, alright,'' I shook my head and waved my hands in front of me. ''Explain, because if you think I'm telepathic, you're greatly mistaken. How the hell could two souls be inside me?''
''That's what I would like to know, but I do have a theory.'' He nodded and leaned back with crossed arms. ''Yes, there are indeed two different souls inside your body, but it's not that simple. One is, how should I put this, dominant over the other.''
''Dominant? That's even a thing?''
''Apparently so. Now, I'm not saying that one is bigger than the other. They're completely the same size, which is rather odd, since it's actually hard to find two souls of the exact same magnitude. But I meant what I said about one being dominant. It seems like the second one is half inside the first one, thus making the first in control. That's why I asked you if something is strange about your head or body.''
I was silent for a moment. ''There is actually. And because of that I don't find it hard to believe actually, even though I don't want to admit it. People have called me crazy because of this, but I know I'm not. You know when people say they have a voice in their heads? Well, most of the time they're just conversing with themselves, but I'm not. There literally is a voice inside my head, completely independent.'' I finally said slowly, not looking at him. I'm ready to believe anything at this point to be honest.
'Whoa. Whoa. Whoa. Hold on. Seriously? Oh my god. I've been waiting for this day for ages! Yes, I knew I couldn't be a part of such a stupid being as yourself! And I finally proved it to you! You were wrong! Admit it! I was right! This feels so good to finally make you believe how stupid you were!'
'...Wait, you're seriously more excited about the fact that I was wrong rather than you having a soul?'
'Well of course! I already knew I had a soul, so it's no surprise. And just a few minutes ago you were arguing about that, ha! In your face! Though I don't like what your guest said about it... How could our souls be identical?! I'm obviously the stronger and smarter and better one.'
'Yet you can't do a thing. However, that thought bothers me as well...'
'And how come you're the dominant one? I should be the one in charge, I would make use of this body way better than you do.'
'I'd like to see you try. And fail of course.'
'I'll prove you wrong, you'll see! I've done it a million times, I can do it again. If your guest here is abnormal being with super powers, can't he like, I don't know, separate me from you?'
'I don't think that's how it works... As far as I know, WE DON'T HAVE A SPARE BODY.'
'No worries, I could take yours.'
'Oh go to hell.'
'After you.'
''Hey!'' I finally heard Kid's attempts to talk to me. I was a bit startled but quickly regained my composure. ''Is that why you're zoning out so frequently? I guessed that something like this should be, so I'm not that surprised.''
''Uh, yeah.'' I nodded and blinked a few times. ''But since no one would believe me if I told them, I just kept quiet about Margaret and they wrote it off as a psychological problem.''
''Margaret?'' Kid asked interested.
''Yeah, that's how I refer to that voice inside my head.'' I said and smiled a bit sheepishly.
'...Oh you little... You are so dead.'
'Can't deny the truth, that's your problem.'
'I swear to Yato, I will kill you when I have chance.'
'...Sometimes you're unbelievable.'
''I guess that makes sense.'' Kid nodded. I caught in the last second what he said, so phew.
''But she doesn't really like that name. Don't know why though.''
''This is truly interesting.'' The teen's eyes sparkled as he leaned forward a bit. ''Please, tell me more about this Margaret.'
And so I did. I told him mostly everything I knew about Margaret. How we communicate, how she's like, how she's always been through my life, how she likes to ruin everything for me. Yup, I didn't make her look like an angel, that's for sure.
'Eh, I guessed it couldn't be helped. Can't deny the truth, like you said. Though you should also talk about yourself as well, and what a nuisance you are really.'
'Oh, so I'M the nuisance. Interesting point of view.'
''So, from what I've heard, you two aren't what you might call 'friends'.'' Kid tilted his head a bit and observed me.
''She's trying to kill me with her non-stop sarcastic comments, so yeah.'' I nodded and stated matter-of-factly.
''That's... interesting. Definitely not what I expected. You are even stranger than I thought.''
''Like you're the one to talk.'' I muttered unamused. ''You're not exactly normal either.''
''I guess you're right.'' The teen tittered charmingly. Yeah, that's what I said, I find a fourteen year old from another world shinigami's laughter charming, sue me.
'Yup, this ship ain't gonna sink.'
'Good thing there isn't a cannon on it.'
'Not yet anyway.'
'I swear I'll murder you one day.'
'Wonder how you'll be able to do that with your cold dead hands.'
'Oh believe me, if I'm going to hell, so are you.'
'Wouldn't be the first time anyway.'
'I hate you.'
'Right back at ya.'
After a while we finally went over everything, well, sorta. Nothing much changed that what we discussed before. So in the end this is what we came up with: I'm going to go and investigate on my part about the virtual reality simulators with that girl I mentioned, Marbelle, since it's the best I got at the moment. Kid will stay at my place until all of this is wrapped up, because you gotta admit, I doubt he would find anyone better than me to help him. We also decided that it would be best if he didn't show himself full to anyone. I mean sure, you could just write it off as a cosplay or something, but the danger is to high, whoever is responsible for this whole mess is probably just waiting to see the results, and we're not about to give them to him. But I believe it wouldn't do any harm if Kid just masked himself with a wig, contact lenses and some different clothes, maybe some makeup too, if he wanted to go out. I think it wouldn't be such a bad idea, because it would definitely get boring for him if he just sat around all day in a room, and something tells me that I wouldn't want that. Besides, it would be good for him to learn a little bit about this world.
And that's why I was now out in the city doing some shopping.
You know, I could probably dress him up as Yukine or something. Now that would be a wonderful sight. An anime character cosplaying another anime character. My life would be complete.
Alright, enough joking around. First thing on my list: a wig.
So, my dear Margaret, what kind of wig should our dear guest get?
'Someone pinch me, I think I'm dreaming. Are you actually asking for my advice? And no, I didn't overlook that hideous name.'
'I think it's a gorgeous name, so shh. And yes, I am asking for you opinion, since it only seems fair.'
'Oh don't give me that crap, we both know you're not such a goodie-two-shoes. You obviously have a different goal in mind. Wait, lemme think. You probably want me to tell you what to get so if Kid doesn't like it you could blame it all on me, isn't that right? You just want to make me look bad.'
'Don't say such nonsense, I would never do that.'
'Yeahhh, of course you wouldn't.'
I finally found the wig shop I was looking for so long. Seriously, why does it have to be almost on the other side of the city? And the assortment wasn't that big either. Oh well, I guess I'll have to work with that I have. Now, what to choose...
I could actually get a blond wig actually. It would contrast his natural black hair and it would be harder to recognize him. I mean, sure, blond Kid in my head does look hilarious for some reason, but it can't be helped, right?
'I wonder what his reaction would be. You could get him a blond curly wig, what a sight that would be.'
'Yes, I agree, but I have a feeling he wouldn't accept it.'
'Then you could make him wear it, I would.'
I snickered at the sight in my head as I went over different wigs. Some people in the shop eyed me weirdly, but I didn't care. Sure, I could get him a curly one, but I doubt that I would be able to be around him in that case. I would already be dead from laughter. And besides, curly hair can't exactly be symmetrical.
So in the end I decided on a plain straight dirty blond short wig. I made sure it was as symmetrical and perfect as it could be. Sure, the price was cosmic, but I didn't have a choice.
Okay, next, contact lenses.
If I bought a blond wig, the best ones would probably be blue, right? But I don't know how blue and gold will mix... Maybe I should get brown, then it wouldn't be a problem. Kid seemed awfully against the idea of colored contact lenses, but I managed to convince him, that gold-colored eyes aren't exactly normal. But he seemed happy about the idea of having a wig to 'hide his terribly unsymmetrical hair'. Geez, he can be such a child sometimes.
Now, clothes.
Clothes clothes clothes... What on Earth should I get him? I mean, what is his style? It seems he liked black suits and official shoes, so I should get him something completely opposite. Yeahhh, I'm not getting on his bad side or anything. Of course not.
'Good luck with that, you're gonna need it.'
'Wow, thanks.'
I went through a lot of clothing stores, and finally ended up with two sets. The first one: a plain forest green jumper, black jeans and yellow sneakers. Yup, just an ordinary kid's outfit. The second one was made of violet sweater, blue jeans and a pair of white trainers. I also got him a blue jacket, since it was cold outside.
And oh my god, I was almost completely broke.
'Didn't you go a little overboard with this?'
'Nah, I hope it will be worth it. Because I swear to God, if he begins whining about something, I'll make sure he wouldn't have to worry about his hair ever again.'
'...And here I thought I was the evil one.'
