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Part 7

Matt angrily aimed his fist into a tree in the park. His blood was starting to boil as he thought of the past two days. Everytime he called, the answering machine picked up, everytime he went by her apartment, she wasn't there, and then when he saw her, she didn't see him. Why was she avoiding him? They should be spending time together since she is leaving tonight. He slammed his fist back into the same tree.

"That poor tree. Care to reflect on what's the matter?" Mimi said sitting on a bench.

"Where's Joe?"

"He's going back to college in three days. So, he needs to spend some time with his family. As soon as I'm finished with high school, I am going to go back to America and attend a college near Brown University. Now enough of me. Tell me what's on your mind."

Matt plopped down beside her, put his head in his hands, and told her everything.

"You and Sora? It's about time."

"Wait, what do you mean by it's about time?" Matt looked at her inquisitively.

"Don't think I never noticed how in the Digiworld, you and Sora always understood each other. And she always took care of Tk when you weren't around. And it couldn't have been Tai. He's more of a big brother to her. That's why he was always protective of her and she always looked up to him."

"Oh. Well anyways we had better get going. It's already 6," he said glancing at his watch. "Sora's flight is at 8."

"Talk to her before she leaves. Oh yeah, and take the record deal."

"Hey, who told you?"

"Tk told Kari and she told me. Everyone knows, except for Sora. You should tell her. Well I've gotta jet. Bye Matty!"

"Yeah I'll do that. Bye Mimi, and thanks!"

"Welcome!"

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Sora felt like her heart was being ripped in two. She had avoided seeing Matt for the past two days. She tried to prolong telling him as long as possible. How can I possibly tell him? I just cannot look into his eyes or I will fall into his arms. Why does my mom have to do this to me? Matt is not going to hurt me. He loves me!

"Sora, I'll be in the gift shop. Don't forget what you have to do."

Sora numbly nodded at her mother as she headed towards the little shop. Tears sprung up to her eyes as she thought about what pursuing her acting career was doing. Who am I fooling? It's not the career, it's the mother. Why can't she understand me? Does she always have to control my life? Who I love?

"Sora!"

Sora quickly wiped the tears away and turned to face her friends. "Hi guys. Glad you made it."

"Are you kidding? We wouldn't miss this for the end of the world," Tai said smiling.

"I'm going to miss you guys so much. Maybe I shouldn't even do this."

"Don't talk like this," Kari said.

"Yeah you can't miss out on an opportunity like this," Davis said.

Everyone stopped to stare at him open-mouthed.

"What?"

"Did he say that?" Matt asked.

"Yes I said that! I do have a brain you know!" Davis yelled.

"Oh yeah, right. Everyone has one," Izzy said.

"It's moments like this that I'm going to miss," Sora said sadly. "I think this might be the biggest mistake in my entire life."

"Sora don't say that. I'm going back to college in America, and Mimi will go there to become a singer," Joe said.

"And I'm sure we'll see each other again. It's our destiny," Tk said.

"Yeah, after all, we are the Digidestined," Iori said.

"Come on, you can do it! Iori's right, we are destined to be together," Yolei said.

Suddenly, Kari, Mimi, Yolei, and Sora started to cry and hug each other as they said the things they are going to miss.

The boys just watched on sighing. They finally broke apart.

"Sora, do not forget to E-mail me," Izzy said.

"I won't."

"You know, you've always been like a sister to me," Tk said.

"Oh, that's so sweet," she replied with watery eyes.

"Yeah, that's the way you make us all feel. I'm sure going to miss you worrying about all of us, especially when Tai gets into a bind," Iori said.

Just as Tai was about to say something, some random elderly woman came up to Sora and handed her an envelope and left. The others watched curiously. Who was that lady?

Sora opened it up and pulled out a card with a red rose on the front. Inside the card, there was a long message.

She read the message aloud,

"Dear Sora,

So, you are leaving Japan. That's good, but not for you. Everyone here has someone to protect them, but you won't when you're in America. Ha ha ha, isn't that funny? It is to me. In fact, it's like music to my ears. I see you're surrounded by your friends. Well this is my chance to get back at you blasted Digidestined! You all ruined everything for me! I was once the DigiEmperor but now I am reduced to little old Ken. Yes it is me, Ken. Keep reading. So if I want my revenge, I'll just take it out on you, since everyone but Matt seems to look up at you. I noticed the two of you seem awfully fond of one another. Well watch out for me within the year.

Ken"

Sora just held the card with a quivering hand. Matt moved to comfort her as Tai looked around like a wild man for Ken. He didn't spot him.

"What am I going to do?"

"Well he won't hurt you. He doesn't know exactly where you are moving," Kari said.

"Yeah I guess…"

"He probably did this just to scare you," Tai said.

"Sora honey! We'll be boarding soon!" Sora's mom called out to her.

Tai pulled Sora aside, but the others leaned in to hear, especially Matt. "Sora, before you go, there is something I need to tell you before you leave. I love you, and I always will."

Sora looked up in surprise. She saw the kind of love he reflected. She hugged him tight. "I love you too Tai. You have always been like a brother to me and a best friend."

"Just be careful, and give Matt a chance."

"What?"

"Mimi told us how you avoided him after you two kissed."

"How did she find out about this?"

"Matt told her when she asked why he was so angry."

"Oh, okay. Let's go back to the others Tai."

Matt went up to Sora and held her tight. He tilted her head up, but she avoided his eyes. "Sora," he said softly. "Tell me why you are avoiding me."

She pulled away coldly out of his arms. "Fine, I'll tell you." She now looked up, but still avoided eye contact. "I want this relationship to be put to an end."

"W-what?"

"You heard me." The others gasped at Sora's cold tone.

"Look me in the eyes and tell me you want this relationship to end," he demanded, grabbing Sora's shoulders.

"Please Matt, don't make this any harder…" she pleaded with watery eyes.

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Yes, I know I should stop leaving these things when it is starting to heat up but…I can't help it. I went on a field trip and did not get a chance to start part 8 yet. But look for it this weekend. Please feel free to comment.