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Bad Blood

Part 2:
Disturbance



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by Lilinpo










"Quatre-! Wait~!!"
The boy with beautiful blond hair stopped running and turned to his friends.
"Don't just run out from school like that! We were looking for you!"
One of the boy ran up to Quatre. The others approached, nodding in agreement.
"Sorry, guys," Quatre smiled, "Duo is waiting for me."

"We know today's a special day for you Quatre."
A girl with pigtails smiled, still out of breath.
"But let us celebrate too."
The girl placed a wreath of flower around Quatre's neck.
"Happy Birthday, Quatre!!"

Quatre blinked at first, but his face quickly turned into a warm smile.
"Thank you, Marie."
He kissed the girl's cheek, which turned deep red. She tried to hide it by covering her face and everyone laughed.
"Okay, okay, time for a real present. Mine was actually expensive."
The boy with red hair gave Quatre a box.
"Hey~! It took me hours to find these flowers!!"
The girl name Marie slapped the redhead's shoulder and laughed. The others joined her. The redhead nudged Quatre's arm insisting him to open the box. Inside, just as Quatre thought, was filled with assortments of chocolate. Looking in the box, the others sighed.
"You always give Quatre chocolates... You know he doesn't like sweets..."
Marie crossed her arms. The redhead picked one piece and devoured it.
"What's wrong with truffles? The cocoa powder makes it bitter, so it's not that sweet. Look at those delicious Truffes Au Chocolat, and these magnificent Gateau Au Chocolat de Nancy!! How can I resist!!"
He took some more from the box and consumed it. The others sighed again. They knew the only reason the boy buys these is because he'll end up eating it. He had bought it last year for Quatre on Christmas, but he ended up eating more than half of it. Quatre didn't mind because he wasn't a big fan of chocolate, which was unusual for a boy his age.
He didn't like candies, but there was one thing he could eat everyday...

"Thanks guys. I.. I don't know how to put it in words... but.."
"Well, then don't say it. You know this is nothing.. Besides... this is going to be your last birthday with us..."
The redhead hugged Quatre and scrubbed his head. Quatre grumbled, but didn't resist. He wanted to cry, but kept it inside.
"Quatre...."
Marie called.
"Don't forget us... Come visit sometimes.. I.. I'll write to you everyday."
Marie's voice was barely audible. She faced down, tears ready to spill from her eyes.
She yelped when suddenly, warm arms embraced her neck. She went red when she found Quatre's face not far from hers.
"Thank you, Marie.. I'll write to you too.."
Tears filled her face, but she smiled and nodded. Quatre wasn't sure if he could hold back his own tears anymore. But no matter what, he didn't want to cry in front of his friends.. He was afraid that if he starts crying, he won't be able to stop. He's been with this gang for almost five years and they became so attached they were more like family than friends. He still couldn't believe he was going to leave this town in a week.

"... Well, hurry along! You can't keep Duo waiting!"
The redhead slapped Quatre's shoulder and pushed him. Quatre nodded and started to run.
"I'll see you guys tomorrow!"
"BYE~!"
Everyone waved goodbye and looked at each other.

".... I can't believe he's going away..."
Marie wiped her tears with her sleeves. They all knew it was best for Quatre and he was going to be happier in the big city where there's lots of opportunities.
"Ahh, come on! We're supposed to be happy for him!! We all know he doesn't belong here!"
The redhead started to walk. The others followed.
"... You're right..."
Marie nodded in agreement. The smallest boy in the group rushed in front of everyone.
"Hey~! Let's go to that new park near my house! They have train rides and boats... I've been there with my father. It's great!!"
They all agreed and started to head for the park. They all needed some distraction so they won't think about Quatre as much.

"... Is Duo going with Quatre?"
Marie asked the redhead.
"Nope. I've asked Quatre and he told me he's going to stay here."
Marie nodded.
"I see..."
"I've been wanting to say this, but.. doesn't he look like a girl?!"
The little boy giggled.
"Sure does! Have you seen him with his hair undone? He's quite a doll."
The boys started to laugh.
"Don't make fun of him! He is the most handsome man I ever saw."
Marie scolded them. The redhead crossed his arms.
"We're not making fun of him. But I becha he looks better than most of the girls in this town!"
The other boys laughed in agreement. Marie just glared at them.
"He looks the same everyday! I mean.. he's been with us for years but he never changes. Like he never grows old or something.. sort of like Peter Pan!!"
Marie smiled.
"Or like a vampire..."
The boys turned to Marie who had a devilish grin on her face. The redhead sighed.
"You read too much of those fictional monster books, Marie. Why don't you start reading some real books?"
"But they are real! Vampires do exist!"
The boys started to snicker, but the younger boys were unsure.
"Yes, Marie. I can turn into a wolf at full moon."
The redhead howled and made the boys laugh even louder.
"They are here! In this town! And I've seen them! Three of them!!"
Marie was shouting now. The redhead rolled his eyes.
"So, what did they look like? Did they have red scary eyes and long black capes?"
"No, they look like ordinary human. He had dark hair and was with a girl vampire. The other one was alone and a lot taller-"
"Wait a minute! A girl vampire? A vampirette?"
The redhead snorted.
"Okay we heard enough.. We all know they don't exist.. and they only come out at night... Although Duo does look the same way he did five years ago.."
"Who cares? He's such a sweet person. I wouldn't care if he really was a vampire. I'll still love him!"
Still angry of the redhead, Marie hurried along.
"You're right. We all love him and Quatre no matter what."
The redhead followed Marie. Everyone agreed.
Marie looked up in the sky.

"I wonder what he's going to do after Quatre leaves..."







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"DUO~! I'm ho~me!!"
Quatre swung the door open and ran to the kitchen. Something was boiling in the pot and wonderful smell came swerving from the oven. Quatre smiled and rushed to the library.
"Du~o~! Are you in here?"
Quatre opened the library door, and just as he expected, found the person he was looking for.
"Hey~, birthday boy! How was school?"

Duo was up on the ladder with a thick book on his lap. He would always be reading a book in the library, and already has finished reading all of them. But he would be reading these books all over again.
But it wasn't that Quatre was worried about.
"Duo, you have to start reading different books. Or you'll be like Marie.. obsessed.. There are some great novels out there you can enjoy."
"These books will come in handy... Besides.. it's good to know your enemy. Did you know vampires are a little more flammable than humans?"
Duo started to giggle. Quatre sighed.
"Duo, you know I am serious.."
Duo stopped smiling.
"So am I."
Quatre was stunned to see Duo look so serious. He was always smiling that it actually made Quatre think Duo was incapable of being serious.

"... Duo.. He won't find you..."
Quatre spoke softly. Every time Duo was in the library, Quatre was afflicted by sorrow. Because Quatre knew every time Duo's in the library reading, he's always thinking about him.
"I hope so."
Duo snickered and closed the book.
"Well.. shall we start our celebration?"
Quatre smiled and nodded.
"Yes. We shall."







"Here's our first course, Mr. Quatre."
Quatre giggled as Duo served dinner. There were candlelight and flowers on the middle of the table, new tablecloth to go with the design on the silverwares. Duo always made Quatre's birthday a very special day.
"Escargots a la Bourguignonne. I recommend a white wine for this meal."
Duo poured Quatre's drink first and then his.

"And now, a little toast for Mr. Quatre Raberba Winner. I've seen him grow from year zero. It wasn't easy changing his dirty diapers and putting him to sleep. He never wanted to eat out on his birthdays, making me do all the cooking. But now, he is all grown up and will be heading for the city for the expensive university I had to pay for his education. Pretty soon, he'll force me out in the streets to beg for money. But I wish him all the luck I can give him, and I hope he'll stay out of drunken parties.. Happy 16th birthday, Quatre."
Quatre laughed and gave Duo a toast. They both sipped the wine and started to eat.

"Hey, hey. Don't eat too much. I still haven't served my specialty yet."
Duo got up from his seat and disappeared in the kitchen and brought back a second set of plate.
"Here's the main course, Filet de Sole Ile de France. Definitely a red wine."
Duo poured red wine in a new wine glass. Quatre was still working on the first course.
"How do you do it, Duo? These are so delicious!! Why don't you become a chef?"
"Please~. I wouldn't sell any of my plates for all the money in the world!"
Quatre chuckled and resumed eating.
"Now, this.. I could eat everyday!"






"How are your friends?"
Duo asked, sipping his coffee. They've finished their meal and Duo made some coffee to go with the cake he baked.
"They're fine. Did you see the wreath on my door?"
"Yep. Marie made them for you, right? She must really like you.. You hardly see any flowers during this time... It must have taken hours finding those flowers.."
Quatre gasped. He was in such a hurry to go home that he didn't even think about that.
"... Oh yeah... She said herself it took hours..."
Duo stared at Quatre.
"You mean, you didn't think about that? Oh, Quatre, Quatre, Quatre! You're only 16 and you already broke a girl's heart."
Duo shook his head and ate his cake.
"I'll apologize tomorrow... Oh, you want some chocolate?"
Quatre remembered the boxful of chocolate he received earlier.
"Let me guess.. The redhead Alex?"
Quatre giggled and nodded. Duo laughed and started to munch on them.
"Hmm.. not bad.. I like the ones he got you last time though..."
Quatre smiled and ate Duo's cake. This was going to be the last time he'll enjoy eating Duo's homemade cake... and along with rest of the wonderful meals he makes..
The last time he'll celebrate with Duo.
He was going to Oxford, the university he's been wanting to attend ever since he was 10 years old. He is the top student at his school and everyone encouraged him to go to the city so he can find better jobs. But somehow, Quatre felt uneasy.. Something wasn't right. He's been awaken by strange dreams lately and was beginning to worry about Duo.
He didn't feel right about leaving this town...
Leaving Duo...

".... Duo..?.."
Quatre whispered. Duo was still munching on the chocolates.
"Hmmm?"
Duo looked up at Quatre, chocolate all around his mouth. Quatre chuckled.
"You are covered with chocolate."
Quatre wiped Duo's face with a napkin.
"I'll clean it later. I'm still eating anyways."
Duo brushed Quatre's hand aside and was choosing the next chocolate. Quatre grinned and shrugged.
"And he calls me a kid..."















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"Ready, Quatre?"
Quatre looked up and nodded.
"What's wrong with you? You're supposed to smile when you're happy!"
The redhead Alex nudged Quatre on the shoulder.
"Ow.. Hey that hurts.."
Quatre laughed, shoving Alex away.

Quatre and his friends went camping for five days in the mountains. They swam in the near by lake, went fishing, cooked together, ate together, sang together..

"Camping was fun, wasn't it?"
Marie grabbed Quatre's arm and smiled.
".. Sure was.."

Five days without parents and school. Total freedom...
Some of the younger kids couldn't come because their parents thought it was too dangerous. But they wanted to go so bad, some of them sneaked out of their bedroom. Of course, they got in big trouble when they got back. But no one cared. They all had a good time and most of all, they were happy to be with Quatre.



"Hello. My name is Quatre. Nice to meet you."
The first day Quatre moved in their town, the group thought he was the snobby type. He was well dressed, well mannered, and very attractive. The grown ups were very fond of him, so the kids thought they would never get along with the new kid. But they were wrong.

"Let's go fishing!!"
Ever since they can remember, Quatre was the center of the group. Quatre wasn't bossy, but everyone wanted to follow him around.


"I'm going to Oxford..."

That is why everyone was shocked to hear Quatre was leaving this town. Many of them cried and even tried to convince him to stay, but Alex always yelled at them.
"He can't stay here! He'll be wasting his life if he doesn't go to the city. He doesn't belong here!!"
It was a little harsh, but everyone knew Alex wanted Quatre to stay too. But they wanted Quatre to be happy and they knew it was Quatre's dream to go to Oxford. From that day on, they all promised to encourage Quatre and support him.
As a friend, that was the best they could do.




"Here's your ticket."
Duo ran up to them and handed Quatre the train ticket. Quatre looked at Marie and Alex. They both nodded and smiled.
"Good luck, Quatre."
"You promised to write."
The other kids started to cry and crowded around Quatre. Alex sighed deeply.
"What a cry baby!! I thought we all agreed not to cry!!"
Alex rubbed their heads. The kids wiped their tears and tried to smile, but all they could do was swallow their hiccups.

"... Thank you.. guys.. for making my life filled with love and happiness... I love this town.. the people.. my friends... I will come and visit sometimes, okay?"
Quatre smiled and patted the young one's head. They all nodded and hugged Quatre.

"Can't keep the train waiting, Quatre."
Duo picked up Quatre's suitcase. Quatre nodded and approached the entrance.
"Good luck, Quatre!!"
"Go show those city snobs what you're made of!!"
Quatre's throat was beginning to throb. He waved his hand without turning around and followed Duo inside.

"Toothbrush is in here, socks and underwear in here, and-"
"Duo, I know."
Quatre's face was beginning to turn red. Many faces were staring at them. Quatre can't blame them. A boy his age was acting like his mother...
"If you need something, just yell. I'll come flying."
"Literally."
"Literally."
They both said it at the same time and laughed. Duo embraced Quatre.

"Go get those snobs."
Quatre chuckled.
"Okay, Alex."

Quatre turned around to see his friends waving at him from the window. He waved back.
"... I'll miss them..."
Duo rubbed Quatre's soft blond hair.
"You can visit them! It's not the end of the world!"
Duo headed back out. Quatre turned quickly back at him.
"DUO!!"
Duo stopped and turned around, smiling.
"You'll be fine, Quatre. I knew you since you were drooling all over the place. Don't worry."
Quatre opened his mouth to say something, but whistles started to blow. Duo rushed to the door.
"Be careful, Quatre!"
Duo turned to have a last quick glance and jumped out.
"Du-!"
Quatre stood up and tried to yell, but the train was starting to move. He slowly sat back down and looked out the window. Alex and Marie were walking along with the train and the kids were yelling something. Quatre looked at Duo, who was standing still and waving happily at him. Quatre raised his hand.

".. You too.."


So Quatre went, to the big city he always dreamt of going.

"I'm worrying too much.."
Quatre sighed and began to read a book. It was a two-hour ride. Might as well get comfortable.
But he couldn't concentrate. He was still uneasy about Duo.

Something was telling him not to go.
Something was not right.

A disturbance.

He shook his head and pushed it aside.


This was the beginning of the new chapter. A new life. His dream come true.
He closed his eyes to think about new friends and professors he'll meet there.
He became calm and fell asleep.




Not knowing the nightmare will start all over again.











End
Part 2:
Disturbance














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Just in case: I don't think (all) people that goes to Oxford is snobby. I know one of them.
Things that I write in my fics do not (necessarily)reflect my opinion.^_^;

Bad Blood
a fanfic from:
Alternating Current [http://www.geocities.com/shijinka/index.html]
Lilinpo(shijinka@hotmail.com)