Yep!:) Chapter 12 here, I was originally going to post it yesterday but I decided not to cause I was lazy plus it was my birthday:) *Throws cake at everyone* Well this chapter is a filler, and Ruki may be a little ooc in the chapter but there's a reason so don't kill me:P Also since there've been so many bumps in the relationship there will be some 'actual' Ryuki parts ^_^. Thanks to my reviewers *hugs*:

Angel13- hehe Thanks:)

CobaltMarineAngemon- LoL, it was a really long wait though:P Thanks! *helps kick the evil Jen*

Cami sat in the training room still in full concentration as she transmitted her last message to Ruki. She mentally watched the digital fighters work together defeat Brother Simon.

'I knew those two would defeat that creep. Hmm… they never learn do they, never mess with a girl like Ruki and her emotions.' She thought as she got up from her training.

Suddenly Cami fell back onto the floor. 'I guess that took more out of me then I thought. I must regain my strength quickly; Ryo and Ruki are coming back soon and I'll have to aid them on the next part over their journey.'

Ruki and Ryo left Brother Simon's temporary residence and headed back towards Cami's home.

"Hey Ryo, I got a question. It might seem a little weird though."

"Sure, ask away Pumpkin." Teased Ryo.

"Did Cami 'talk' to you telepathically?" inquired Ruki.

"Yeah, she did. What did she say to you?"

"I was really confused about you and Jen---- I mean Brother Simon. So Cami told me to help you for the sake of everyone and the digital world." Ruki explained.

After hearing that, Ryo was phased out in thought. 'She would've let him kill me if the digital world wasn't in danger… I deserved it though.'

'Why does Ryo look so sad all of a sudden? He seems all void of emotions… looking at him makes me feel horrible.' Ruki thought.

"Ryo, what's wrong?" She asked with concern.

"Nothing. Don't worry about me Wildcat." He assured her.

"So what did Cami say to you?" interrogated Ruki.

"When you ran away to his house, I didn't know where you were. So she taught me how to sense and follow your aura and pinpoint your location. Cami also projected images of you and-----" Ryo tried to reply but was cut of by Ruki.

"Ryo-kun, I'm sorry about him… I was just so angry and reckless. I couldn't even think straight…" She apologized.

"Ruki-chan, you don't need to explain anything to me. It was my fault."

"For the last time it wasn't your fault. What are you talking about my 'aura'? What's that?"

"Pumpkin, your aura is basically your energy and its power. You're is warm, strong and wild." Described Ryo.

"Once again, the legendary tamer has beaten me to something." Ruki pouted.

"What do you mean?" Ryo asked while he was very puzzled.

"You can sense auras, well mine at least. When I'm still confused about this whole energy thing." She replied bluntly.

"Yes, but I can only sense yours. Cami said that we have some sort of spiritual bond, so you should be able to sense mine as well." Ryo stated trying to remember what Cami-san told him.

"But how am I going to do it? Say let me sense Ryo's aura, Abracadabra. I don't think so Akiyama." Mocked Ruki still who was still unsure.

"You just have to concentrate on me, focus all your energy and everything on nothing but yours truly." Explained Ryo

"Wow Ryo, you're mighty egotistic today." Laughed Ruki.

"Ruki, I know that's how it sound, but I'm serious. Remember in the D-Reaper, and you were Sakuyamon and I was Justimon?"

"How could I forget. What about it?"

"Well that's what you have to do except, keep your energy and think about me." Instructed Ryo.

"Alright here I go."

'Hmm… what is there about Ryo? Well he has his wild untamed hair, his dorky smirk, and those breath taking eyes…' Suddenly she felt a sense of warmth nearby.

"Ryo! I sense it, the warmth. It's all coming from you!" Ruki exclaimed as she felt something take over.

"Way to go Wildcat. I knew you could do it." Cheered Ryo as Ruki unexpectedly hugged him.

"Mmm… I feel so secure… so complete." Ruki said as she snuggled closer to Ryo.

(A/N: Ruki is still in a trance- like mood till Ryo breaks the 'trance'.)

"Umm… You do notice that this is me Ryo, the guy you hate and despise right?" He asked blushing, yet a little confused about what was going on.

"Of course I do. I would never tell anyone this, but you actually are sweet and did I mention attractive?" she whispered softly into his ear.

'Oh god, this can't be happening. Could it?' Ryo thought as he turned beat red.

At that point something hit him, "Ruki, you're still in a trace. I can't believe I'm saying this to you, but stop thinking about me!" he pleaded mentally kicking himself, yet inside knowing what he said was best.

"But Ryo, don't you love me?" The tranced out Ruki asked as she attempted to give him a kiss.

"Of course I do, but I know you're in a deep trance that you have to get out of. I've always dreamed about you and I kissing, but it wouldn't mean much if you were phased out like this and I took advantage of you. Plus, I know that the 'real' Ruki would never kiss me this way, so it's okay. I can wait for that day." Rationalized Ryo

At that point Ruki snapped out of her very deep trance.

"Ryo what happened? After I felt your aura, I blanket out." Ruki claimed.

"Nothing, you just needed to take a nap." Lied Ryo, trying to erase the past few moments from his mind.

"Oh! I need to talk one of those right now…" she said as she slowly fell asleep.

"Good Night Ruki… Sweet dreams." He whispered into Ruki's ear as he carried her back to Cami's.

The next morning, Ruki woke up to the sound of Ryo's snoring.

'Huh? How'd I get back into Cami's house, let alone her guestroom?' she thought to herself.

"Ruki-chan! You're awake!" Cami greeted.

"Good morning Cami-san. How did I get here?" Ruki asked and returned the greeting.

"Ryo brought you back to my home last night. You were so exhausted so he carried you back." She explained.

"Oh… I guess I'll have to thank him later." Ruki shrugged as she looked at Ryo.

"Ruki may I talk to you privately in the kitchen?" Cami asked as she lead Ruki away from the still sleeping Ryo.

"What is it Cami?"

"It's Ryo what do you think of him?" She asked calmly.

This caught Ruki way off guard, "Um… he's alright. Good friend, sort of funny."

"Not in that way. I mean as more than a friend. You know that you can always talk to me about anything." Cami stated.

After an hour of convincing, Ruki finally admits her true feelings. "Yes, Cami. I do like Ryo more than a friend, but I'm not sure of some things." Ruki answered hesitantly.

"What's holding you back Ruki-chan?" Cami asked.

"Well, everyone I care about leaves me or breaks their promises to me and I don't want them to leave me as well."

"I think I might have something that may help you both. Go wake up Ryo, I have some new information for the both of you." Instructed Cami.

Ruki woke upstairs to find Ryo still sleeping *sweat drop*.

"Ryo get the hell up now!" She shouted.

'Huh? Who's yelling? I was having a nice dream too.' Ryo thought as he opened his eyes to see Ruki looking down at him.

All he could mutter were two words, "Fiery… Angel?"

"What the hell are you talking about Ryo? Hurry up and get up! Cami needs to talk to us about something."

Fifteen minutes later, Ryo joined the two girls in the kitchen.

"Ryo-kun, Ruki-chan. You are both the digital fighters, I'm sure you know that. Separately, you are proud, strong and determined, but together your bond shall be unbreakable and unstoppable. To work on your connection, you must learn and understand each other. My friend in Amaretto, shall help you both. Here is the address, your bags and a new pair of clothes." She instructed.

Hmm… How'd you like that chapter… hehe mostly a filler, cuz I need to develop some stuffs but whatever:P *ish to lazy to write more so she leaves* Well buh –bye!