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Tai bursts into their apartment. Matt looks up from the couch. Tai was definitely back to his old self. But he admired that spark that Tai always had. Why can't I tell you how I feel? I came so close that day, but now?

Hey did you know that they're having a party next week?



Do you want to go with me. Matt jerks his head and locks on Tai's Ernest brown eyes at the question. His heart begins to flutter.

I mean as friends? Tai adds.

Matt covers his disappointment. Sure. Why not.

Before Matt can answer, the phone rings. Tai springs over the couch and Matt. He can't help but smirk and Tai's antics. What a bundle of energy. Sometimes I think that your hyperactive Taichi.

I'll get it.



Hi Tai.

Oh Hi Sora.

I'm really sorry about what happened last week. I want you to know that I'm really sorry.



Are we going to the party next week?

Actually Sora, Matt and I are already made plans to go together.

Your going to forgive him aren't you?

What do you mean?

Have you forgotten what he did to you last time Tai?

No, but everybody deserves a second chance.

We'll I'm not going watch you destroy yourself over him again. Don't expect me to wait around for you to discover that Matt hasn't changed one bit.

It wasn't his fault! Quieter he adds. And it wasn't about Matt. It was about me. It was because of me. I need to go Sora. See you around.

Sora slams the phone down angrily.

How dare he!

Her roommate smirks at Sora's anger.

Why not just give up?

Never. Tai and I belong together.

Well, you know you shouldn't get mad, just get even.

Sora grins at the dark haired figure on the bed.

Great idea Rosa! Thanks.

Thats why I'm here. Rosa says.

Sora dials the phone. I'm playing for keeps now Yamato. You should have learned that Tai belongs to me by now.

It wasn't whose fault? Matt asks, leaning against the doorway.

It's not important. It's in the past now. Tai runs his fingers through his shorn hair nervously.

I want to know. What did she say to you? Matt scowls, his eyes locking on Tai.

Tai sighed. Matt you're so cute when your stubborn like this.

She's just worried about me Matt.



Tai sits on the couch, and clasps his hands together.

I had a difficult time adjusting to staying back in the real world. I made some mistakes.

Matt sits on the couch next to him, and puts a comforting hand on his shoulder. Tai smiles softly at Matt, grateful for his friendship.

Everyone just started to drift away. You went on tour with your band.

Tai, I'm-

The brown haired boy interrupts him. It's not your fault, so don't apologize Matt. My family was torn apart. And, I almost made the worst mistake of my life.
He stares into the azure depths of Matt's eyes. Filled with compassion, and understanding.

I understand Tai.

I think you do Matt. Sometimes I think your the only one. I really missed you.

Matt enfolds Tai into an embrace. Tai rests his head on Matt's shoulder. Matt I love you. But I can't tell you just yet. I can't lose you. So Tai doesn't say anything, just content to be in his love's arms.