Chapter 25: The Last Game

"Well it's kinda like strip poker except one person says something' they haven't done. If someone in the room has done it, they take off an article of clothing." I said with a brilliant grin.

"Oh! I've kinda played that game before." Ryah thought for a moment then said, "I've never had a crush on a high school teacher." She said giving Elizabeth an evil smirk. 'Let the game begin', her eyes said.

I flushed, slipping off my ring, "I hate you…I've never made out with the captain of the boxing team." I smirked right back.

Ryah gasped and laughed and said teasingly, "Well I'd hope not. Damn…I've never…um…I've never flipped a person off. All the guys had to doff their shirts or a small piece of clothing.

I rolled my eyes, "Now since we've started, it goes clockwise. So Ludwig, you're up." I said with a smile.

Ludwig then said, "I have never cheated on a homevork assignment." Gil glared at him and he, Francis and Lovi, and even the two adults took off an article of clothing. "Dad!" Ryah exclaimed in shock as she took out an earring and set it next to her beret. "What can I say; science has never been my strong suit."

I smirked, nudging Feli, to tell him he's up.

Feli blushed and said with a light sly grin, "I've never been interested in someone romantically who was the same sex as me." Everyone save for Gil, Ludwig, Feli and of course Germaine, took off another piece of clothing or accessory.

I glared at Feli and threw my chain at his head, "Lovino's turn."

Ryah blushed and then took off her shoe. "So you played on the other field for a bit?" Berwald asked. "Well…I mean there were girls I saw as attractive, but there has only been one that I was actually interested in." "Anyone we know?" Lovino teased. Ryah blushed madly and fell silent.

"Oh leave her alone mate!" I said blushing as I glared daggers at Lovino. "Now go, it's your turn."

Ryah stayed in a brooding silence as Lovino sheepishly said, "I've never had a girlfriend…" The guys all took off something, some revealing chests. Francis gave Lovino a sidelong inquisitive glance.

I slipped off my top, not bothering to take off my promise ring or charm bracelet, showing off my frilly green lace bra.

Some of the younger guys couldn't help but look. Then it was Gil's turn. "I've never been to Disneyland." He said giving his dad an irritable glare with a victorious smirk. "Do ve have to go through this again? I said I vas sorry, you and your bruder got the chicken pox on the day ve planned to go. I can't help that." Of the boys, only Francis and the twins took off their pants. Ryah didn't undress anything either.

I pouted, having never gone either.

Scotty then said, knowing clothes would definitely be doffed at these words, "I've never had a boyfriend." Ryah then took off her shirt to reveal a black and red, nearly see-through bra. Gil went wide-eyed and said rather angrily, "Put your shirt back on, and then take your bra off." Ryah gave him a soft smile from his possessive jealousness. Berwald then took off his own shirt.

I slipped off my black mini skirt revealing a pair of matching green lace boy shorts.

The others were intrigued by her matching lingerie. Francis then took over, "I've never been in a sport." Ryah glared at him, all she had left were pants; since she was more or less forbidden, to remove her shirt. She regretfully pulled off her pants to reveal a sexy lacey pair of panties. Gil glowered at her, "Remind me to take you shopping next time ve go out on the town." Ryah blushed and nodded. Most of the other boys doffed whatever they could to remain to have their boxers.

I blushed heavily, having played volleyball for a long time before high school. I slipped off my charm bracelet.

"Vell I'm sure Berwald and I vould love to continue, but ve don't vant to see any half-dressed kids losing all their clothes in front of us,." Germaine said.

"You sure about that, Germaine? It seems by how tight your boxers are, says differently." I stated with a sly, seductive smirk.

Germaine blushed deeply and turned to see a glowering lot of males. Specifically and mainly: Ludwig, Gil, Scotty, Berwald, and Francis.

I rolled my eyes and scooted closer to Germaine, motioning for Ryah to do the dame as I hugged his arm into my chest, "Aw guys, it's only natural." I pouted.

Ryah caught the gist, and wrapped her arms around his middle, and rested her head against his arm, "Yeah, he's a good honest man."

"Yes, and we find it as a compliment you our body." I said, hugging his arm into my breasts.

Germaine blushed even deeper and then boys looked about ready to murder. Francis then shrugged and pulled Lovino to him, "Whatever, I have my new future lover right here." Lovino squirmed, "Like hell, you dirty perv!" He shouted while blushing.

I giggled, "I've never watched porn." I said continuing the game.

Ryah snickered. "Nor have I." "So how long have you two been secret lovers?" She teased. Lovino then snapped, "How long have you been in love with Elizabeth?" Ryah pulled away from Germaine, she glared at Lovino with a fierce pained look in her eyes, as she stormed up close to Lovino wither fist held high, ready to strike him, but lingered, her body quivering with anger, and held back pain. She then turned, clenching her fists tighter, and took off with her face down, tears flying off her face as she ran outside and went to the roof and sobbed. Francis let Lovino go, "She was only teasing you." Lovino took in glares and the somewhat surprised faces of everyone. Lovino shrugged, feeling deeply guilty, but not showing it, "I had a feeling for a while and thought she needed to express it." "So humiliating her is your way of playing back with her, ve!" Feli asked angrily as he crossed his arms. Lovino dipped his head and shrugged his shoulders in shame as he placed his hands in his pockets.

My body shook in anger as I glared at Lovino. I rose from my spot and walked over to the older Italian. SMACK! Angry tears poured down from my own face, "You idiot!"

Lovino looked down in massive guilt, "I'm sorry, I'll go talk to her." "No, fratello, I think this is a time for Elizabeth and Ryah to work things out. Besides, you've done enough." Feli said.

I nodded to Feli, and grabbed Ludwig's tank-top and Gil's shirt. I went outside and without a word and went up to the roof, holding a shirt up to her, "Hey beautiful."

"Hey sweetheart." Ryah said as she took the shirt gratefully and pulled it on and wiped her puffy red eyes, "I-I'm sorry…I didn't think he'd be smart enough to figure it out…you're right, we do have secrets. I was always scared to tell you, especially after you and Ludwig got together. And that's why I was astonished that I had gotten together with Alfred when I was still blind with anger."

"I know what you mean Ryah. I love you too, but if the world had meant for us to be together, then we would be." I grabbed her hand in one of mine, and cupped her face with the other, caressing it lovingly,. "If push comes to shove, I will be there for you, always, so remember that. I love you, and you shall always be my first priority." I kissed her passionately, "Tonight, bed cuddle?" I asked with a weak and helpful smile.

Ryah nodded and held her close, "I would love that." She sniffled into her bestie's shoulder, never wanting to let her go. "I hate Lovino.

Ryah breathed, and then said, "Right now, at least….I want you to know that I will always be there to protect you."

I giggled lightly, "Let's go back, I believe we still have some mint chocolate chip ice cream in the fridge."

Ryah nodded, "Mmm, chocolate chip mint, sounds like heaven."

"It is." I said with a smile as I helped her off the roof and into the house where the guys, except gil and Ludwig, sat fully dressed. I grabbed Ryah's things and handed them to her as I slipped on my miniskirt and jewelry, not giving Ludwig his shirt back, "I prefer you half dressed, or not dressed at all." I said with a victorious smirk.

Ryah smirked and donned her clothes, without looking at Lovino. Ludwig nodded with a sexy grin and straddled Elizabeth's waist, "Fine by me." Lovino walked over to Ryah, "I'm sorry, forgives?" He questioned. Ryah smiled softly, "Sure." Then she hugged him.