Hello to my all my wonderful readers! I'm sorry for the long update, I've been very busy but now that it's winter break, I might be able to write more chapters. Also, I want to thank everyone who reviewed the last chapter and to all the newcomers who are new to the story. I welcome anaserena, andHeihachi-Katayama to the club! Thank you both so much for your supporting reviews and don't worry, it will get better! ^_^
Now, I give you chapter 11! Enjoy!
Disclaimer: I do not own Romeo x Juliet or their characters. BUT I did hear they were going to release the series in ENGLISH next spring of 2009!!! I cannot wait!!!
Warning: boy on boy, YAOI (don't like, then leave please), language, some stress and some action and blah, blah, blah.
Unexpected Love
Thoughts
Chapter 11:
Tybalt P.O.V.
A long, stressful month had gone by and it seems that the Capulet were starting to make way. Since then, Kazu and me have spent more time with Juliet, who now wielded the sword that was her father's.
Right now it was midday, and the sun was barely peeking through the clouds. Kazu and I had just snuck passed some of the Montague guards and managed to meet Juliet at the hiding place.
Once given them the password, I pulled my hood down as did Kazu and we walked inside the hideout. Juliet and some others were listening to Conrad, who was explaining the plan to them slowly and pointing out places on the map that was laid across the table.
Kazu watched this with a fixed gaze before Francisco walked over to his, his long, blond hair pulled up into a high ponytail. I turned to face him and so did Kazu, before the blond spoke with a kind smile.
"Glad to see that you're helping us Tybalt. We need all the help we can get."
"I'm not doing this for you."
Francisco seemed shocked at the remark I made and Kazu remained quiet at the situation. However, Francisco only nodded and looked over at Juliet.
"I know about your relationship with the prince."
I was a bit shocked that someone such as him would know, but I did not express my emotions in public. Kazu was also shocked but seemed to handle it quite well as Francisco crossed his arms; watching some of the other men that were in the room sharpening their swords.
"It seems to me that you really don't want to be here. Instead, you would rather die in the hands of your father then have Romeo hurt, no?" He asked without a spare glance at me as I stared at the back of his head with an intense gaze.
Kazu sensed my discomfort and was about to speak, but I spoke up first.
"Romeo wants to do what's best." I replied back to Francisco, who peered over his shoulder at me.
"Neo-Verona is slowly starting to fall. Lord Montague is making the town poorer and weaker by each day. If we do not act quickly, all that we had trained for, hope for, will be nothing. Even if I died, at least I will know that Romeo and Neo-Verona is safe. As well as Juliet, who is the rightful queen of Neo-Verona, and we all know that." I meant everything that I said to the blond, who continued to study me.
What I didn't know, was that Juliet heard every word I said and smiled to herself as well as me. Kazu smiled a little at the affection I shared through my words about Romeo. Then, Francisco smiled calmly at me before walking over towards me and patted my shoulder.
"Don't ever think otherwise, Tybalt. Otherwise, you will lose yourself in a world of hurt and sorrow. It's not just about Neo-Verona, but the lives of everyone in this town. The people, who sacrificed themselves to bring peace to this place called paradise. We are the only ones who can make a difference, especially Juliet. And if you do believe Romeo can do so as well, then I will believe that too." Francisco said softly to me before walking over to his cousin Curio, who watched from upstairs with brown eyes.
After he left, Kazu smiled up at me. "Don't worry Tybalt. We'll get Romeo back soon. I promise you that my friend." He said with a determined look in his eyes and I looked right at him with a fixed gaze.
I only nodded in reply until Juliet decided to walk over. She was dressed in Odin, the Crimson Whirlwind's attire, but her long red hair was pulled up in a high ponytail. You could say that Juliet truly did look like a Capulet warrior.
"Tybalt…I know how hard that this must be, but you know we have no choice. You understand, don't you?" Juliet spoke softly to me so only Kazu and me could hear.
"You do this just restore peace to Neo-Verona. I cannot stop you from what your destined to be." I replied emotionlessly as Juliet and Kazu exchanged a curious gaze before looking over at me.
"Do you know something Tybalt?" Juliet asked me, her eyes sparked with suspicion and yet wonder on why I acted so coldly.
For a brief moment, I started to remember the meeting that me and my step mom (yes Romeo's mother). What did hurt me was that the moment I met Romeo's mother, I knew she was my step mom. There was no question of it. I couldn't forget about the conversation we had, the truth behind my madman's father's actions.
Flashback: (still in Tybalt's P.O.V.)
"Duchess Montague."
I addressed to Lady Capulet, who turned around from watering her plants to see me standing beside my black-winged horse. She smiled at me, but I could tell it was fake and shallow. Watching her place the water bucket away and taking off her gloves, Lady Capulet walked over to me with graceful steps.
"I'm surprised that you flew all the way over here to see me, Tybalt. Is there something wrong?" Lady Capulet asked me with those teal eyes of hers that were looking straight into my own.
At first, I wasn't exactly sure what to say. I could not tell her about what happened to Romeo but I'm sure she knew about the whole situation. How Kazu and I were imprisoned in the Montague's cells for a short while until my lover, my half brother rescued us.
I know that it is wrong to love someone like this. I know that what I have done has caused Romeo pain, but I did it all just to keep him safe. So I could have him in my arms.
Instead, I let that man I once called father slap and torture him like some rag doll. My hand curled into a fist at the sudden thought until Lady Capulet's soft voice cut off my thoughts.
"I know that you are Romeo's half brother, Tybalt."
My eyes widened slightly at the sudden discovery but Lady Capulet only smiled gently towards me. There was no sign of anger or disgust only…kindness.
"When Romeo told me about you, I was bit shocked to say the least. I remember my husband telling me about a woman he was once with and banned her for betraying him. For that, she took birth to a son. I didn't know that they were even still alive until I saw you. I am sorry for doubting you, Tybalt." She told me with a bow of apology before pulling out a chair and sat down, but continued to look up at me.
I did not move from my spot, but I followed her every move with my eyes.
"I should be the one sorry. I put your son in danger of being an archduke and for that, he will be severely punished. It was his choice to free me and my friend that day, but I chose to give into the Montague's just so Romeo wouldn't get hurt." I spoke calmly while trying to mask my emotions that could be easily seen through my blue eyes.
What caught me by surprise was that as I looked up to see her reaction, I noticed crystal tears streaming down her face. Her eyes showed so much sadness that I wondered if she was in pain. Then again...I wouldn't blame her either.
"You...you haven't heard have you?" Lady Montague asked me with tear-gazed eyes that bore into my own as I studied her with wonder.
When I didn't ask what is it was, but she only sobbed out what the answer was.
"If they find Romeo guilty...he'll...he'll...he'll be executed!" She started to cry uncontrollably as another one of her servants rushed over to calm her down.
Right there and then...the world around me started to fall down piece by piece.
End of Flashback
"Tybalt?"
I was soon brought back to reality and looked up to see Juliet and Kazu looking at me with concern on their faces. However, I shoved it off with a shake of my head.
"It's nothing." I pushed aside, trying to make them not worried about me, but the exchange glances they gave each other proved otherwise.
"We best be off incase the Montague's plan anything. Let's go, Kazu." I told Juliet, who seemed shocked that I was so eager to walk out; especially Kazu.
Without giving another glance over at Juliet or Francisco, who watched me from above, I walked out of the hide out. Not knowing that Juliet had given Kazu something before we departed. I had to sort my thoughts out. I don't know why, but being around them reminded me of Romeo. Not in a bad way, but reminded me of bad memories.
After we departed, Kazu and I went to the watching tower to get a better view over Neo-Verona. I scanned around and noticed that many of the other spies were positioned as well; ready to take in anything that was necessary.
I spotted many of the blue, clothed Montague soldiers roaming about, ordering people around as well as keeping guard. Glaring at them with disgust, I leaned against one of the tower stands and Kazu looked out with a dozed off look on his face. I looked at him for a minute before calling him back to reality.
"Kazu." I said to him, loud enough so he would jump slightly and turn around to look at me with a confused look on his face.
However, Kazu didn't smile in apology or anything. Instead, he only looked down at his feet before walking over to my side of the lookout and then lifted his head to look towards the town.
"I really want to be with Benvolio right now. I'm sorry if I'm not as cheerful as I should be, but it's hard. I mean, your hurting as much as I am and I'm truly sorry. I should be trying to cheer you up but I'm just dwelling in my guilt." Kazu stated with some hint of sadness in his eyes and he looked up at me, for some sympathy or something, but all I did was look back at him before looking at the townspeople.
" I don't blame you for missing him. I miss Romeo as well so I feel your pain. I just wish that the Capulet's plan will begin soon so I can rescue him…my brother."
A hand was placed on my shoulder; I looked up to see Kazu giving me a comforting smile.
"Don't worry. We shall find him and soon help Juliet bring peace to Neo-Verona. Then, you may be with Romeo till death do you part." He stated, squeezing my shoulder as reassurance and I only gave him a small smile before nodding.
"Thank you, Kazu. I'm glad that you are with me."
"As do I, Tybalt. Then again, if I wasn't here, you'd probably be in a whole mess of trouble."
"Don't overdue yourself."
"I won't Tybalt. I won't…"
XXXXX
Romeo P.O.V.
"Is there anything else that you would like for me to do, Prince Romeo?"
"No thank you. You may leave now."
"As you wish."
I watched as a brunette servant bowed to me before walking out of my master bedroom. Once she was out, I let out a heavy sigh that I seemed to be holding. I then lay on my bed, staring up at the ceiling with slightly tired teal eyes. The thoughts of Tybalt roamed my mind endlessly, being the main source as to why I haven't slept some nights.
Tybalt…If you were here, I would not be hurting inside. I would be sleeping soundly in your arms, feeling protected and cared for. I would know that you love me, for me. Not because of my loyalty or just because you want to hurt me.
"Tybalt." I said his name, repeating it over and over again, remembering the time we first made love to one another.
When thinking that, I couldn't help but bring a smile to my face. Just as I was about to close my eyes and maybe take a nap, a soft knock was heard on my door. Quickly, I sat up and wiped my eyes so I could at least try to erase any trace of sleepiness.
"You may come in." I called out, loud enough for him or her to enter.
As the door opened, I gasped in shock to see that it was Benvolio who entered. He closed the door softly behind him before walking over to my side of the bed, sitting down when he did so. Benvolio and I him looked at one another before Benvolio started to break the silence.
"Um…how are you feeling?" He asked me gently, like if he spoke any louder I would break.
I was bit taken back by the question, but smiled at my friend and nodded.
"I'm fine, thanks. " I replied back to Benvolio, who smiled back in relief and ran a hand through his blond hair.
After that, the awkward silence erupted from us once again. I shifted so I sat cross-legged and then Benvolio sighed before looking up at me.
"Romeo…I've been hearing that you haven't slept at all these past weeks." He informed me with great concern across his face, leaning towards me a little so I looked him eye to eye.
I blinked at him, trying to act innocent and waved it off.
"What do you mean Benvolio? I've been sleeping-"
"Romeo, do not lie to me. I've known you since we were little kids. You can't fool me with innocence." Benvolio stated with a serious look, making my smile disappear.
Benvolio's right. I can't hide anything from him. He's been with through all this. Especially with Tybalt and me. I have to tell him something.
Meeting Benvolio's gaze, I cleared my throat a little before speaking.
"I haven't been sleeping…because I'm worried about Tybalt. I mean, I know he's somewhere safe, but I'm worried that my father will find him. Hell, I'm even worried about Juliet. She had to suffer because of me, and now that my father is getting crazier by the minute, I worry for the both of them. I-I'm sorry if you don't want to hear this Benvolio, but I can't help but want Tybalt back." I confessed, emotions starting to overcome me, but I managed to push them away.
Benvolio smiled at me sadly before pulling me against him, giving me a brotherly hug. Soon as this happened, I closed my eyes and started to pour all my emotions out. My anger, my pain, my sorrow, my guilt, everything that I've been balling up inside.
I felt a hand stroke my hair gently, soothing me as Benvolio rocked me back and forth.
"It will be all right, Romeo. Soon, the Capulets will regain Neo-Verona, and you may be with Tybalt once again. I know for sure that he hasn't given up on us, including you. Your too precious for Tybalt to not come back and get you." Benvolio said softly in my ear as he continued to comfort me.
I sniffed a little and pulled away from my friend's embrace, wiping the tears from my eyes before looking at Benvolio.
"You're right. Tybalt and Juliet won't give up on us. However, we can't just sit here and do nothing. We have to help them somehow." I said bravely, getting out of my bed so I could stand and pace.
Benvolio watched as I paced back and forth, thinking of a plan. He chuckled at my sudden action and only shrugged.
"Mm…We would sneak out and meet them, but Lord Montague made sure that guards were all over the castle. We also can't do persuasion on Mercutio to help us, because he also betrayed…that good for nothing bastard."
"Benvolio, we can't blame Mercutio. We shouldn't have told him about our situation and for that, we had to suffer dearly." I corrected my blond friend, who sighed, scratching the back of his head while I continued to think.
Suddenly, I snapped my fingers, a small smile on my face as I turned to Benvolio.
"Why don't we send Juliet a plan? We could be against them, but we're actually with them." I explained to Benvolio, who looked at me with a raised eyebrow until his face turned into shock.
"Are you saying we should 'act' like we are enemies against Juliet and Tybalt instead of allies? That's a bit much, Romeo."
"True, but if Juliet wants to defeat my father successfully, then she needs a plan. A map of the area-"
"Tybalt's spies would cover that job."
"Not unless my father tricks them into thinking that."
I watched as Benvolio looked at me with a look that said 'please explain."
"Well…what if my father was to trick the Capulet's? Even though it's a surprise attack from Juliet's soldiers, what if my father had a back up plan? She would need to know everything from the bottom-up. Do you see where I'm getting at?" I asked Benvolio, who sunk all the information in his mind and nodded with a smile, standing up.
"Yes, I do. It could work; all we need to do is send it to them. In the most not obvious way possible." He says with a look of wonder in his eyes, placing his hands on his hips and I looked down; thinking of something to back that up.
Then, I smiled widely and looked up at my friend with determination in my eyes.
"I've got an idea. But I need Takeshi's help for this as well."
TBC
I'm sorry for the chapter being short! I wanted to update most of my stories before Christmas so everyone was satisfied and I hope you liked the chapter, though. Yes, I ended the story with a cliffy, but there is more to be done and the drama gets more and more intense! Please review; I would like some feedback! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! ^_^
