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Temptation Wings
Secrets
By: Sapphire Goddess


Davis! What are you doing?

Davis jumped back in a bewilderment state from the Kaizer, who looked slightly surprised, yet wore a smirk on his face. Davis looked at the disapproving expression of his friend, wishing his lips had never come in contact with the enemy. Especially not in front of him. Tai. A person he's looked up to his entire life now has seen his worst sin.

You were... kissing him, Tai said, lifting a finger to point at the Kaiser, who was still smirking. The brunette's face expression was a mix between betrayal and disgust.

I know, Davis whispered, casting his eyes downward in shame.

Why? Why would you do this to the team? Tai asked, sounding as if he was the one being cheated on.

I didn't mean too... it just happened.

Doesn't it always seem that way? the Kaizer asked. He mocked a sigh, and the smirk still hung on his face. Davis wanted to slap it off him.

Shut up, Tai said. His voice was very low and threatening, no one was asking you; not that you deserved to be asked anything anyway.

Oh. Is that supposed to make me upset? Make me feel worthless? the Kaizer asked, looking amused at his taunting.

Tai didn't say anything, but glared daggers at the Kaizer before turning his attention back towards Davis. Things don't just happen, Davis! You've just let a whole bunch of people down today: our entire team!

I'm sorry, Davis said, looking away from Tai.

There was a heavy silence after that where the Kaizer leaned nonchalantly against a tree and continued to smirk at the awkwardness between the two leaders. Davis watched him as he did this, wishing he had never laid eyes on him. He was the main cause of so many dilemmas. It was amazing how much trouble one person could cause for another; the Kaizer and Ken Ichijouji are ruining his relationship with Matt and now Tai knew, which would mean the rest of the group would know too. He didn't want that though. They would treat him differently, even find him a disgrace and disown him from the team.

This is boring, the Kaizer said, yawning and calling forth one of his slave digimon. As soon as he was upon the flying beast, he called to Davis, Make sure you take care of Matt for me. We wouldn't want him to be as upset as Tai was.

With those words, he flew away, leaving Davis feeling humiliated in front of Tai. Why did Tai have to catch him? Why did he even have to kiss the Kaizer? What was so irresistible about him? Frowning, he glanced up, remembering just how upset Tai was. Every expression worn onto his face was negative: from the creases in his forehead, to the downward pointing of his eyebrows, and even the the twitching of his frowned lips showed just how upset he really was. Davis wished he were able to disappear right then and there.

Please Tai, let me explain. You see-

What did the Kaizer mean by take care of Matt'? Why would you have to? Tai asked, no longer looking worried or furious, but just plain confused.

Should he tell Tai he's dating Matt? Or would that be a worse move because he may see it as even more of a fault? After all, if he told him that he's dating Matt, who happens to be Tai's best friend, then it would more of a drift between himself and Tai, which could possibly lead into a rift between himself and the other Digidestined.

Shaking his head, he said, Nothing. I don't know what he meant either.

Stop lying, Davis. Just stop it, Tai said, looking tired. He ran a hand through his unruly hair and persisted to stare at Davis.

You promise not to tell anyone? he asked, feeling uncertain. Now he felt obligated to tell.

I promise, Tai said softly, stepping closer to Davis. Besides, you might as well tell me. I know you're other little

Still feeling uncertain, Davis said, Matt and I are in a relationship. He winced both mentally and physically, awaiting the moment when Tai would punch him or yell or scream - do something.

However, the moment never came and Davis found himself staring at Tai as he nodded, looking deep in thought. Anxiety was heavy in Davis' stomach, causing a nauseating feeling.

It was pretty obvious, you know. Tai finally said, not really looking like he cared. He was leaning against a tree trunk now, still looking at Davis.

he asked. How could he know?

The way Matt talked about you showed it. I thought maybe it was a crush, but then there was that whole scene between you guys today which proved otherwise, Tai explained, still looking nonchalant.

Davis' mouth dropped slightly. In a way, he knew he shouldn't be so surprised, and yet, he was. The other side of him was glad Tai realized it because then eventually everyone would know, just like he wanted. Though that wasn't what Matt wanted, and he made that bluntly clear today.

You do know that I've known Matt is gay since he was fifteen, right?

Now I do, Davis said, crossing his arms across his chest.

So what are you going to do? Tai asked, now looking a little concerned.

About what?

He scowled and said, About Matt. You were kissing the Kaizer if you hadn't realized.

Oh. That. Well, you see... Davis said, beginning to twiddle his thumbs. I don't know what to do.

Tai closed his eyes and took a deep breath. Then opening them, he said, You need to do what you think is right. Even though Matt's my best friend, I'm not going to tell him what you've done.

Davis let out a sigh of relief, smiling slightly. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Tai.

Tai said, sounding very stern, I want you to tell him, or at least work on what is going wrong in your relationship. Obviously, there's something wrong if you're kissing another man.

Thanks, Tai. I will. I promise, Davis said.

Good. Now come on, let's go and join the others. Maybe you and Matt can start working out that little argument you had back there.

Does everyone know about us and the argument we had? Davis asked, hoping likewise that it wasn't so.

Actually, I doubt it. They just think you don't have enough money to buy a car with Matt, Tai said, laughing slightly.

Davis sighed again and laughed a bit with Tai, following him back towards the others. There was relief that Tai wasn't going to tell Matt, but now there was a different anxiety. Tai was right: there must be a problem in their relationship somewhere. Either that, or he just has really bad hormones...

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The clock ticking annoyed him. Nevertheless, Davis continued to study for a history exam he had the next day. It was long, tedious and boring, but it's not like he could actually pass the exam without studying. Only a person like Izzy could do that; he was no Izzy.

The clock stroke an hour because it began chirping. It was a stupid clock his mother had bought. Glancing up, he realized it was eight. Only one more hour of studying and then he would go to sleep.

His eyes diverted back onto his textbook, but everything that his eyes read did not sink into his mind. It was the perfect time to study: his parents were out on a movie date, his sister was at a friend's house, and he had the entire apartment to himself. There was one thing - person - preventing him from studying. Matt.

They had never resolved anything when he and Tai caught up with the group because they had all gone home. It annoyed him, but he decided he would talk to Matt another day. Already he knew that he had no plans to tell Matt about cheating on him. He cared for Matt deeply and didn't want to hurt him... still, he knew that by keeping a secret like this was already hurting their relationship deeply.

The doorbell ringing brought Davis out of his thoughts, and somewhat curiously, he made his way to the door. He had a pretty good idea that it was Matt, and in opening the door, his guess turned into a fact.

Hi Davis, Matt said, attempting to smile.

he said, stepping aside to let Matt inside. Davis closed the door behind him and found himself unsure of what to say.

Matt hung up his coat and turned around abruptly, planting his lips upon Davis'. This wasn't the reaction he had been expecting and pulled away, feeling confused. Did Matt have no decency to mention anything about what happened that day? He lied to everyone about their relationship... did it not mean anything but kissing?

Stop it, Davis said. We need to talk.

I know, I know, Matt said, running a hand through his hair. He walked over to the couch and sat on it. I'm sorry about today.

Why don't you want anyone to know about us? Davis asked quietly, sitting beside his boyfriend.

I just don't," Matt said, shrugging.

"Do I embarrass you?"

End of Part 5


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