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This is the second attempt on his life! Ken states.

Witnesses, always encounter risks. Then he turns to Tai. Don't worry son. The Odabia PD will keep you safe.

Matt places his hands on Tai's shoulders. I'm taking Mr. Kamiya away from Odabia.

This is met with furious protest by the chief of police. We can't guarantee his safety if he goes out of Odabia.

Its my job to keep Tai safe. I expect the police department to find those responsible for all this. Matt stated coldly and firmly.

He opens his mouth to argue, but closes it when Ken shakes his head. One didn't want to provoke Yamato Ishida.

Let's go Tai. Matt takes his hand and leads him out of the police station.

Matt, Tai! Wait up! Ken runs after them.

Matt sighs. Look Ken, don't try to talk me out of this. Tai trusts me to keep him safe. You should too.

Ken smiles, his blue eyes looking over the couple knowingly. The suave looking blonde and wild haired young man standing side by side. I just want to know how to get in touch with you?

My cell. Matt states. Tai and Matt get into his truck and drive away. As they leave the city, Tai turns to Matt, his eyes gleaming with curiosity.

Where are we going Matt?

You'll see.

Tai looks out at the scenery whipping by at 70 miles an hour.

I'm sorry about your apartment Matt. Tai says softly.

Hey, it's not your fault. Besides Tai, it was just stuff. Your more important to me than that, besides It was time to redecorate anyway. Matt grins over at Tai.

Matt! How can you joke like this?

Easy, I learned from the best.'

Tai eventually falls asleep, hand on his cheek. Matt smiles over at him sweetly. He taps the wheel absently as he thinks.

I wish I could have gotten a hold of T.K. He idolized Kari. He's going to be crushed.

Tai murmurs happily in his sleep. God Taichi's cute when he's asleep. What am I thinking?

How were they able to blow up my apartment?

Matt's hands shake slightly as he thinks about what almost happened. I can't lose you Tai. You mean a lot to me.


Several hours later Matt shakes Tai's shoulder.

Come on sleeping beauty!



Tai turns over and stares at Matt dreamily. Yes Matt?

Wake up. We're here.

Tai stands and stretches. How long did I sleep?

5 hours. You must have needed it.

Tai gazes over the area. A small wooden hunting lodge was in a clearing. Tai could just see the glimmer of blue water from the lake behind the house. Green trees covered the area like a cape of green velvet.

Matt! This place is beautiful!

Matt blushes, pleased that Tai liked his place. I bought this place a while ago, so I could get away from the fans and pressures.

Do you miss it? Tai asks, watches Matt's eyes carefully for any emotion in them.

Nah. You know, since I quit the music biz, Jun hasn't asked me out once? Matt grins widely.

You and Sora probably come up here all the time, huh. Tai says almost wistfully.

Matt and Tai begin walking toward the cabin. Actually Tai, you're the first person to be here besides me.

So what did Sora say when you told her about this? Tai asks.

Matt slaps himself on the forehead.

I forgot. I better call her now, and get it over with. He adds the last part to himself.

After you get down, lets go swimming! Tai goes outside, and jogs down to the water. Matt follows behind him and sits down on the patio chair.

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Hi Sora. Matt's voice is flat and devoid of emotion.

MATT! WHERE THE HELL ARE YOU? She yells.

Matt holds the phone away from his ear.

Sora, honey I had to take Tai to a safer place. My apartment exploded. Matt explains weakly.

But Matt, we have wedding plans. How long is this going to take?

Matt rubs his neck. 6 weeks until the trial.

6 WEEKS! GOD DAMIT MATT!

Sora, honey try to understand. Matt pleads.

I understand that all you care about is your job! Go baby sit Tai!

Matt eyes the brown head bobbing in the water. Tai sees him and waves idiotically.



Good bye Matt.

click.

Matt sighs and runs down to the dock, and executes a perfect dive off the pier.

Hey Matt!

Hey yourself.

Is everything okay?

Matt hesitates. yeah, Tai. Everything is fine.

Well then... Tai grins mischievously, and springs on top of the golden boy's head, dunking him.

Matt sputters to the surface. Your in for it now Tai! And he gives chase, Tai shrieks in mock terror and swims away.

Matt grins as he grasps Tai's ankle, and with a yank, pulls himself and Tai underneath the water.

They surface laughing.

Ha. I got you Tai. Matt exclaims.

Dark eyes smile into blue ones.

Wanna bet?

They continue to roughhouse in the water for a couple of hours. Then Tai takes Matt's hand, and they climb out of the water, and lay on the sandy beach.

I haven't had this much fun in ages. Tai exclaims, staring at the fluffy white clouds swimming gracefully in the blue sky. The same color of Matt's eyes.

Matt sneaks a look over at the boy next to him. Being with Tai is so relaxing. He is such a great guy. I wonder why he doesn't date? If I were a girl, I'd be all over him.

 Uh Matt?

Yeah Tai?

Do you have anything to eat? Tai sits up, and clutches his stomach. I'm starving.

Matt chuckles. Your always hungry Tai. What do you want me to make you?

I don't care. Anything you make is always fantastic! Tai exclaims.

Matt blushes, then stands up. He reaches down for Tai. Lets go get some grub.

to be continued.......