A/N -I do not own Digimon. I do not own the characters. I hope you enjoy this story. Please read all the way through and read the A/N at the end. It explains about this part of the story. This storis going to be a Tai/Sora/Matt romance, as well as a Joe/Mimi and TK/Kari story. Don't read if you don't like.
The Elite
Prologue
A man stepped out of his carriage and took a breath. He was at the docks to meet a special ship. The year was 1813 and Lord Tai Kamiya was in the prime of his life, at the ripe old age of 22. As one of the most notorious bachelors in all of London, he was the prime catch of the season, for the ton. Not only was he rich and entitled to inherit a fortune as well as a title, but he was ruggedly good looking, with broad shoulders and unruly hair. It was said that no one could tame him. He was a wanderer and adventure seeker. But, that didn't stop all the mothers from pushing their daughters on him. He was just one of a small group of the upper crust of society called, "The Elite", and they took pride in the fact that they were in a separate group from all the rest.
He turned back to look behind him at the sound of a clearing of a throat. He put out his hand and helped the lady inside the carriage out. The lady was his sister, Lady Kari. She was in her first season, 16 and was also considered a prime catch. At all the galas she was always swarmed upon by all the eligible bachelors. Tai, of course being the overprotective older brother, disliked this. All the gentlemen would always look for a time when Tai was not around so they could come to Kari's aid. It was a rare occurrence when he wasn't near her though.
But, none of these men could catch Kari's attention, because her heart belonged to Sir T.K. Ishida. Having known one another from their childhood, they were close. He had gone to France for a few years but they had kept in touch through letters. Then at Kari's coming out party, he had finally returned to England and they had met up again and it had been love at first sight. TK was very grateful when Tai was around because the other gentlemen stayed away. He thought that it was too soon to ask Kari to be his wife, since it was her first season and all, and was determined to wait for propriety's sake.
Tai looked around the dock and saw one of his best friends, Lord Matthew Ishida standing with his brother, TK, and their mutual friend, Lord Izzy Izumi. Lord Matthew, Matt to his friends, was TK's older, and very handsome brother. Matt was the same age as Tai and even more of a rogue than Tai. He had the young maidens lined up to just get a glimpse from the blond, built, blue-eyed god. He and Tai were called the 'Rakes of London' simply because they were both determined never to get married, but wanted to sample all that society had to offer. Both Matt and Tai had their own homes in town as well as homes in the country. Lord Izzy Izumi was the odd man out in the group. He was a very intelligent scientist who was bent on discovering all sorts of odd things. He was also a pronounced linguist. He had accompanied Tai and Matt on many of their expeditions throughout the years just for the scientific basis that there adventures provided. But, he was a good friend. Izzy wasn't the lady killer that Tai and Matt were, but he had his number of admirers.
The ship that they were all anxiously awaiting held the last, but certainly not the least of their group. Lady Sora Takenouchi had grown up with Tai and Matt. She had been quite the little tomboy when they were younger. She had climbed trees and played pirates with the boys, much to her mothers chagrin, and had kept up with them quite nicely. But, as she started to get older she began to notice the differences between her and her two best friends. So, her mother had sent her to Mademoiselle Primm's finishing school in France. And, the result had been worth every penny spent. She had, of course, written all of her friends over the years the she spent in France, telling how things were going. But, Tai had to admit that he had missed her. He was anxious for her return.
When the ship docked at the harbor Tai glanced at the ship and saw a figure aboard who looked just like the old Sora. He grinned as the figure started down the plank, only to find it was not her. He started to grow anxious as all of the passengers on the ship got off. "Where is she?" he asked the group.
Izzy, ever the logical one said, "You are sure this is the boat that she was coming in on aren't you, Tai?"
Tai looked at Izzy and frowned, "This is the date and boat that she told me about in her last letter."
Kari interjected, "Maybe she is just running late. You know Sora, she is always late." She was standing next to TK and holding on to his arm, almost for dear life. Sometimes Tai didn't understand why the younger Ishida brother put up with Kari's constant clinging. He knew that he would never want any woman to constantly be around like that.
He glanced back to the gangplank and noticed three figures strolling down. The first person looked to be a gentleman, tall and handsome but very frail looking. Tai knew that he could easily take this guy. The next person was a young woman who looked to also be of noble blood and good upbringing. Tai vaguely recognized this woman, but he couldn't place the face. Finally, Tai let his attention rest on the last figure and his heart stopped.
He heard Matt behind him gasp and say, "Is that Sora? She looks beautiful." Tai had to agree with the musings of his friend.
He turned back as he heard a familiar voice say, "Lord Kido, it has indeed been a pleasure to have you accompany us on this trip. I do hope that you will call on me and my cousin sometime." Sora was talking to the man that had accompanied her down the ramp.
The man, Lord Kido, Tai presumed, spoke back to her. "Of course Lady Takenouchi. I have enjoyed it as well. Good day to you, and you Lady Tachikawa." He said as he walked off.
Tai heard Sora's voice again but this time it was directed towards them. "Well, are you all going to stand there or are you going to say hello." Sora had turned to them all and was grinning.
Kari was the first to say. "Oh Sora, its so good to have you back. I have missed you so, trying to keep these four in line!" Kari ran up and hugged Sora. Then it was TK who was hugging Sora.
Sora exclaimed, "Would you look at the two of you. I would barely recognize you. Kari you are absolutely beautiful and TK you are even more handsome than Kari's letters said you were. I can't wait to catch up with the two of you."
Izzy was next in line and hugged Sora, "So, did you bring me the things I asked for?"
Sora laughed, "Of course Izzy, how could I not allow your scientific knowledge to continue. They are in my trunks and I will have them delivered to you first thing." He was so excited that he kissed her on the cheek.
Sora turned to find a very good looking blond standing in front of her. "Matt? Well, you haven't changed."
He took her in his arms and twirled her around. He exclaimed, " We have missed you, Sora!"
Sora giggled, "Put me down, Matt! I have missed you too, but a lady never expresses too much emotion." Matt looked at her oddly, not understanding that Sora had said that. But then Sora yelled, "The hell with it," and jumped back into Matt's arms laughing.
Tai couldn't stand it anymore and cleared his throat. Sora turned towards him. "Of course I didn't forget you, Tai." She kissed him on the lips just as they had always done when they were little. "I think that I have missed you most of all," she whispered in his ear. Then she turned to the rest of the group. "You all remember my cousin, Lady Mimi Tachikawa." They all introduced themselves.
Tai said, "Well, your mother is expecting you and you know how she is about punctuality. So lets be off." He lead her towards his carriage as Mimi and Kari followed. TK, Matt, and Izzy were in another carriage behind theirs. Tai helped them all in, Sora being the last. "I have missed you a lot, Sora. Please say your here to stay." he said to her.
"Of course, Tai. Things are going to be better than ever." She grinned at him and held her hand out for him to assist her.
He sighed and smiled as the vision before him got into the carriage. "Yes, I have a feeling that they will be." He closed the door behind them.
A/N - Okay guys, this is just the introduction to the characters. This is by no means the beginning of the story. This is just to get you in the flow. I realize that you aren't reading more of my fic because this is bad and not very catchy. I promise the rest is better. Just read the next part and I promise it gets better. Read and review.
The Elite
Prologue
A man stepped out of his carriage and took a breath. He was at the docks to meet a special ship. The year was 1813 and Lord Tai Kamiya was in the prime of his life, at the ripe old age of 22. As one of the most notorious bachelors in all of London, he was the prime catch of the season, for the ton. Not only was he rich and entitled to inherit a fortune as well as a title, but he was ruggedly good looking, with broad shoulders and unruly hair. It was said that no one could tame him. He was a wanderer and adventure seeker. But, that didn't stop all the mothers from pushing their daughters on him. He was just one of a small group of the upper crust of society called, "The Elite", and they took pride in the fact that they were in a separate group from all the rest.
He turned back to look behind him at the sound of a clearing of a throat. He put out his hand and helped the lady inside the carriage out. The lady was his sister, Lady Kari. She was in her first season, 16 and was also considered a prime catch. At all the galas she was always swarmed upon by all the eligible bachelors. Tai, of course being the overprotective older brother, disliked this. All the gentlemen would always look for a time when Tai was not around so they could come to Kari's aid. It was a rare occurrence when he wasn't near her though.
But, none of these men could catch Kari's attention, because her heart belonged to Sir T.K. Ishida. Having known one another from their childhood, they were close. He had gone to France for a few years but they had kept in touch through letters. Then at Kari's coming out party, he had finally returned to England and they had met up again and it had been love at first sight. TK was very grateful when Tai was around because the other gentlemen stayed away. He thought that it was too soon to ask Kari to be his wife, since it was her first season and all, and was determined to wait for propriety's sake.
Tai looked around the dock and saw one of his best friends, Lord Matthew Ishida standing with his brother, TK, and their mutual friend, Lord Izzy Izumi. Lord Matthew, Matt to his friends, was TK's older, and very handsome brother. Matt was the same age as Tai and even more of a rogue than Tai. He had the young maidens lined up to just get a glimpse from the blond, built, blue-eyed god. He and Tai were called the 'Rakes of London' simply because they were both determined never to get married, but wanted to sample all that society had to offer. Both Matt and Tai had their own homes in town as well as homes in the country. Lord Izzy Izumi was the odd man out in the group. He was a very intelligent scientist who was bent on discovering all sorts of odd things. He was also a pronounced linguist. He had accompanied Tai and Matt on many of their expeditions throughout the years just for the scientific basis that there adventures provided. But, he was a good friend. Izzy wasn't the lady killer that Tai and Matt were, but he had his number of admirers.
The ship that they were all anxiously awaiting held the last, but certainly not the least of their group. Lady Sora Takenouchi had grown up with Tai and Matt. She had been quite the little tomboy when they were younger. She had climbed trees and played pirates with the boys, much to her mothers chagrin, and had kept up with them quite nicely. But, as she started to get older she began to notice the differences between her and her two best friends. So, her mother had sent her to Mademoiselle Primm's finishing school in France. And, the result had been worth every penny spent. She had, of course, written all of her friends over the years the she spent in France, telling how things were going. But, Tai had to admit that he had missed her. He was anxious for her return.
When the ship docked at the harbor Tai glanced at the ship and saw a figure aboard who looked just like the old Sora. He grinned as the figure started down the plank, only to find it was not her. He started to grow anxious as all of the passengers on the ship got off. "Where is she?" he asked the group.
Izzy, ever the logical one said, "You are sure this is the boat that she was coming in on aren't you, Tai?"
Tai looked at Izzy and frowned, "This is the date and boat that she told me about in her last letter."
Kari interjected, "Maybe she is just running late. You know Sora, she is always late." She was standing next to TK and holding on to his arm, almost for dear life. Sometimes Tai didn't understand why the younger Ishida brother put up with Kari's constant clinging. He knew that he would never want any woman to constantly be around like that.
He glanced back to the gangplank and noticed three figures strolling down. The first person looked to be a gentleman, tall and handsome but very frail looking. Tai knew that he could easily take this guy. The next person was a young woman who looked to also be of noble blood and good upbringing. Tai vaguely recognized this woman, but he couldn't place the face. Finally, Tai let his attention rest on the last figure and his heart stopped.
He heard Matt behind him gasp and say, "Is that Sora? She looks beautiful." Tai had to agree with the musings of his friend.
He turned back as he heard a familiar voice say, "Lord Kido, it has indeed been a pleasure to have you accompany us on this trip. I do hope that you will call on me and my cousin sometime." Sora was talking to the man that had accompanied her down the ramp.
The man, Lord Kido, Tai presumed, spoke back to her. "Of course Lady Takenouchi. I have enjoyed it as well. Good day to you, and you Lady Tachikawa." He said as he walked off.
Tai heard Sora's voice again but this time it was directed towards them. "Well, are you all going to stand there or are you going to say hello." Sora had turned to them all and was grinning.
Kari was the first to say. "Oh Sora, its so good to have you back. I have missed you so, trying to keep these four in line!" Kari ran up and hugged Sora. Then it was TK who was hugging Sora.
Sora exclaimed, "Would you look at the two of you. I would barely recognize you. Kari you are absolutely beautiful and TK you are even more handsome than Kari's letters said you were. I can't wait to catch up with the two of you."
Izzy was next in line and hugged Sora, "So, did you bring me the things I asked for?"
Sora laughed, "Of course Izzy, how could I not allow your scientific knowledge to continue. They are in my trunks and I will have them delivered to you first thing." He was so excited that he kissed her on the cheek.
Sora turned to find a very good looking blond standing in front of her. "Matt? Well, you haven't changed."
He took her in his arms and twirled her around. He exclaimed, " We have missed you, Sora!"
Sora giggled, "Put me down, Matt! I have missed you too, but a lady never expresses too much emotion." Matt looked at her oddly, not understanding that Sora had said that. But then Sora yelled, "The hell with it," and jumped back into Matt's arms laughing.
Tai couldn't stand it anymore and cleared his throat. Sora turned towards him. "Of course I didn't forget you, Tai." She kissed him on the lips just as they had always done when they were little. "I think that I have missed you most of all," she whispered in his ear. Then she turned to the rest of the group. "You all remember my cousin, Lady Mimi Tachikawa." They all introduced themselves.
Tai said, "Well, your mother is expecting you and you know how she is about punctuality. So lets be off." He lead her towards his carriage as Mimi and Kari followed. TK, Matt, and Izzy were in another carriage behind theirs. Tai helped them all in, Sora being the last. "I have missed you a lot, Sora. Please say your here to stay." he said to her.
"Of course, Tai. Things are going to be better than ever." She grinned at him and held her hand out for him to assist her.
He sighed and smiled as the vision before him got into the carriage. "Yes, I have a feeling that they will be." He closed the door behind them.
A/N - Okay guys, this is just the introduction to the characters. This is by no means the beginning of the story. This is just to get you in the flow. I realize that you aren't reading more of my fic because this is bad and not very catchy. I promise the rest is better. Just read the next part and I promise it gets better. Read and review.