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I'm well aware I haven't continued this for ages... and I have a very good excuse, as well. Just let me think of one .

Driving Lessons
Chapter 2: Reverse

I'm starving to death, Tai said, pulling into the drive through of a McDonalds.

No, you're not. Think of the poor kids in Africa, Matt said, beginning to scan the menu for something to eat. McDonalds wasn't his first choice, but it was the closest fast food joint around.

Let's not go to the poor kids in Africa, all right? Mom is always telling me about it whenever I complain about her cooking.

Then don't complain about her cooking, Matt said, reaching over and turning down the volume of the radio. He hated the station Tai had turned too, but decided against saying anything. After all, he already had complained about eating at McDonalds.

Tai turned to Matt, giving him a grim look. Are you trying to tell me that you actually like her cooking? he asked, sounding as if it were the most bizarre thing he's ever heard of.

Well, no. That's going too far. All I'm saying is don't complain, Matt said, still scanning for something actually edible.

What do you want to eat? We're going to be asked as soon as this car moves forward... If he ever does, Tai said loudly, half shouting out of the car window.

Matt shook his head and went back to reading. Did he want a Big Mac? No, no he didn't. They looked disgusting. Tai must have noticed his facial expression at the thought of eating the gross burger because he suggested they go eat somewhere else.

It's all right, Tai. I think I'll just have those Chicken McNugget things, Matt said, shrugging. He looked at Tai smiling, a little surprised that Tai would offer going somewhere else, especially since he had quite a fondness for the fast food restaurant.

After everything had been ordered, Tai drove back to the parking lot Matt had been practicing in. Immediately––as if to expect anything else––Tai dug into his food. As much as Matt liked Tai, he was not attractive when he ate.

Is there any napkins?

You're like a child, you know that? Matt asked, making a face as he fished through the brown paper bag for the white cloths. He handed a few to Tai, who dirtied them quickly, due to his hands being covered in ketchup.

Shut up. How are the nuggets?

They're delicious, Matt said, neglecting to tell Tai the truth. In reality, he thought they were much too greasy and didn't even taste like the annoying clucking animal.

You're such a liar.

Matt froze, mentally scolding himself for not sounding more convincing. Why do you say that?

Because I know you well, Tai replied in such a confident tone that Matt had to laugh.

And how do you know that?

Because I care for you and your my best friend.

A moment of silence fell between the two friends, only to be broken by Matt.

I care for you too, Yagami Taichi.

So, do you want to get started again? It always feels better a second time.

Matt just about choked on the other meaning of Taichi's sentence. Again his mind wandered to sex and he couldn't help but think of himself in bed with the beautiful brunette. Get your mind out of the gutter, Ishida!

You okay?

I'm fine. Let's switch spots.

Once Taichi and Matt had switched places, Matt was once again placed in the feeling of terror as he stared quietly at the steering wheel.

Do you remember how to start the car? Taichi asked, sounding as if he was going to tease Matt endlessly if he confirmed negatively.

Of course! Matt snapped. He sighed and turned to Tai apologetically. I'm sorry, but this is just so frustrating.



Matt swallowed and gripped the steering wheel with a shaking grip. This car is so big and if I make one mistake, I could kill the both of us.

Tai laughed softly and rested his hand upon Matt's shoulder. No, if you make one mistake, you may get a small dent in my car. You still don't need to use the gas pedal, but I thought you may want to try reversing the car, so it's required that you do

Okay, let's try that. Taking a deep intake of breath, Matt turned the key to the vehicle and waited silently for Taichi to instruct him.

See this handle on the side of the steering wheel? Hardly waiting for a nod, he spoke again, You move this till an appears for reverse.

Okay. So I just put that into gear and start pressing the gas pedal?

Basically, but it depends which way you want to back up into. If you want to go to the right, turn the wheel to the right. And opposite if you want to turn left. Understood?

Matt nodded slowly and began pressing gently on the gas pedal, yet when the car jerked into motion, he gasped and let go, causing the car to convulse again.

Just press on the gas pedal slowly and gently, okay? Tai said with a very soothing voice, which caused Matt to sigh and relax slightly as he tried again.

It had taken a few minutes for Yamato do turn the car more gracefully and smoothly as he tried backing up in both directions.

You're doing really good, Tai commented. He smiled at Matt, who grinned back, both content in staring at each other for just a few moments.

Should I keep doing this?

Sure, why not. Tai leaned his chair back and took his hand off the emergency brake. For a few minutes, it was silent in the car as Matt tried concentrating. It served harder than it seemed, for a certain brunette next to him with his eyes closed was fully on Matt's mind. When his lips opened and asked, Who do you like? Matt couldn't help but gasp slightly.

No one.

You're such a liar! Tai exclaimed. Now tell me

Matt swallowed and kept his focus on the parking lot in front of him. He then stopped the car and took the keys out of the ignition. I think I deserve a break.

And I think you should tell me who you like, said Tai.

It's none of your concern! And the person who I like doesn't like me back, okay? Matt snapped. He jumped out of the car and slammed the door before walking away from the vehicle.

Matt! Wait up! I'm sorry! Tai called. When he caught up to Matt, he spun the blonde to face him. I'm sorry. I shouldn't have been so probing I just thought you could tell me which girl you like because normally it isn't such a big deal

I don't like a g–– Never mind, just never mind, Matt whispered. I'm sorry. I shouldn't have yelled at you.

Now that that's settled, we can take you to main streets.

Matt was silent for a moment, before comprehending what that meant. I'm not ready!

Sure you are. It's not that hard to be in control. Now come on. Tai grinned at him one last time before heading into the passenger seat.

Matt could only slap his head, for the inclination of Tai's words meant so much more than being in control of the steering wheel. Why, oh why did he have to be a teenage guy?

End of Chapter 2

I know there isn't much riight now, but the next and last chapter will have soooo much jammed packed in it!! ^^ And please review ^^