Disclaimer: The characters, items, etc. of Beyblade are not mine. These things were used without permission, but…I'm just borrowing them for a little while for my own twisted and demented purposes. So don't you dare sue me, just sue my evil twin. oO' I made this fic for entertainment only, and not for making money.
Revelations
By Shinzui
The White Tiger was huddled at a corner, eyes staring straight ahead. His eyes were blank and he looked like he hadn't sleep in days. The soft rays of the pallid moon filtered through the dark curtains, casing a dim glow around the whole place. He was vaguely aware of the fact that the Red Phoenix was there, keeping a watchful eye over him.
The past few days have been hellish for the raven-haired teenager, for his conscience never left him alone. He was responsible for his friends' torment... because of him, not a single BladeBreaker was enjoying their Christmas vacation. Not a single one, for all of them were concerned about his welfare. "It's all my fault..." He whispered as he was on the verge of tears. "It's all my fault... I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry..."
The slate blue-haired boy was alerted and was immediately beside Rei. "Rei, what's wrong? What's your fault?"
"Everything," Rei's voice was barely audible. He squirmed as he sensed Kai's presence beside him, frightening him even more - no matter how familiar it was. He felt a hand on his chin, lifting his head up gently to make eye contact. He jerked away from the touch, curling up even more. "Leave me be... go away!"
Not this again, Kai thought, sighing. "Rei... you're starting to scare me now... To be honest, I don't know what to do with you anymore... Can you please tell me what's bothering you?"
"I don't know, I don't know... I don't know anymore!!" The White Tiger couldn't tell the Red Phoenix what was wrong, for he didn't know it anymore. It had built up inside him, and he had absolutely no idea how to deal with it. He saw nowhere to go, no way out... except...
I can't do it right in front of him... but I need to... I have to
He eyed the bathroom and made a wild dash for it, locking the door. He found his dagger at where he hid it, gazing at his newfound 'friend'. He smiled insanely, laughing dryly. He removed the bandages on his wrist, and began to cut himself again. He grinned madly and continued on with his merciless torture to himself.
"Rei? What's going on in there?" No matter how hard the Red Phoenix tried, he just couldn't hide the worry and panic in his voice.
"Why do you care, Kai?" The White Tiger asked, watching his blood ran down his arm. He suddenly felt rage build inside him, but he doesn't know why. "Just fuck off and let me die in peace!" He added, his voice getting louder and louder.
Within a second, Kai was entirely taken over by fear and started to slam himself into the door. "REI! Open the door!!"
"Just leave me alone!"
"No! I won't leave this spot until you come out," The Red Phoenix replied.
"Give me one good reason," The White Tiger whispered as he leaned against the door and slid down to floor. "... on why I shouldn't die." He brought his knees closer to his chest and rested his head on top of them.
"Because I..." Kai trailed off, thinking of the right words to say.
"Because what Kai?"
"Because I lo-" Kai stopped himself and immediately regained his thoughts. "Because I think that it's... Forget it! I'm not good with this!" He growled in frustration before he went outside the room.
Rei whimpered when he heard his comrade leave, his eyes darkening with sadness. "I was right all along... nobody cares..." He said to himself, tears falling freely from his eyes. He curled up into a tight ball as he felt his heart's pain. "Nobody cares, nobody cares, nobody cares..."
What just happened in there?
That question ran through the Red Phoenix's mind, but he couldn't formulate the answer because he was constantly bombarded by his feelings, screaming at him to go back. He shook his head to clear his thoughts, and then he bumped into someone. Mumbling an apology, he didn't dare look up at who he had almost knocked down. He was about to walk away when somebody grabbed his wrist.
"Kai, where are you going? Is Rei okay?" It was the one and only Tyson.
"Hn. He's right inside the bathroom, crying his heart out while slashing himself," Kai replied bluntly.
"Say what?!" The Blue Dragon was angered. "And you just left him there?!"
"Of cou--" The slate blue-haired boy wasn't able to complete his sentence when he felt pain come in contact with his jaw. He was thrown back by the sudden punch and he nursed his cheek, glaring at Tyson. "What did you do that for?!"
"You bastard! How heartless can you be?! Rei's your friend and you left him alone while he's trying to commit suicide! Damn it, Kai! I thought you changed - but you never did!" The navy blue-haired boy filled with words with venom. With one last glare at his leader, he ran towards Kai and Rei's room.
He went inside and at that precise moment, he became aware of terrified sobs coming from the bathroom. "Rei?" He turned the doorknob but it was locked. "Rei... open up."
"Leave me alone!" came a muffled reply.
"No Rei, I won't," Tyson said firmly. "I'm not going to leave you alone... not until you tell me what's wrong."
Slowly, the door opened, revealing a terrified White Tiger. His wrists already had bandages on them, but his clothes were stained with his blood. But that didn't matter... not right now anyway.
"I don't know what's wrong... I just don't know anymore..." Rei whispered as he allowed his friend to lead him to his bed. "I don't know what happened... I can't--"
"Shh... just go to sleep. You could always tell me some other time," The Blue Dragon gently pushed the older boy to lay down, smiling slightly. Rei was always there for him, so now it was his turn to do the same. He'll find out what's bugging Rei, but right now... his friend needed to rest. "Sleep tight, Rei."
"Stay."
"What was that?"
"Stay with me. I don't want to be left alone. Not again..." Rei whispered, trembling slightly.
"Don't worry pal... I'll be here when you wake up." With that said, the White Tiger smiled and he eventually drifted off to sleep, exhausted from what happened.
Tyson got a chair and placed it next to the bed. He sat down and hoped that his comrade would open up when he wakes up. He had always looked up to the raven-haired teenager, and seeing him in pain made the Blue Dragon frown everytime he thought about it. And then he...
He was snapped out of his reverie when a sound caught his attention. He looked at Rei and noticed his pained expression, cluthing the bed sheets tightly. Rei was gasping for breathe as his head thrashed from side to side.
"A nightmare?" Tyson leaned closer, listening as Rei mumbled in his sleep.
"Go away... No, don't come near me. Leave... leave me alone!!" The White Tiger shot up, eyes wide with fear and terror.
"Rei?" In one fluid motion, Rei had wrapped his arms around Tyson's waist, burying his face into the other blader's chest.
"They're coming to get me, they're coming to get me... Please don't let them... I don't want to... I can't..." The last part of his sentence came out as a squeak, shaking like the leaves rustling in the wind.
The Blue Dragon wrapped his arms around his comrade, whispering soothing and calming words into Rei's ear. He hesitated at first, but he knew that he needed to ask right now. "Who are you talking about, Rei? Who's coming to get you?"
"Aku and Kagai..." Rei replied in a whisper. "They... I..." His body trembled as the memories resurfaced.
"You don't have to tell me if you don't want to."
But Rei ignored that offer. He had to continue, he had to let it out, or else he wouldn't be able to do it later. "I was raped... twice... They raped me, Tyson... I'm scared..." He looked up at the Blue Dragon, expecting to see a look of total disgust. But he didn't see disgust, in fact - all he saw was a deep look of sympathy.
"Good lord, Rei. Why didn't you tell us? We could've helped you... Y'know? We could've sent those guys back to where they came from with their tails tucked in between their legs." Tyson stated, in an obvious attempt to lighten the situation. Then his expression grew serious. "Feel any better?"
"I guess. Maybe a little," Rei whispered. He did feel better, slightly.
"Why don't you go back to sleep now? You need it," Tyson said, gently pushing Rei again.
"Promise me that you won't tell anyone," Rei demanded, his eyes locked with those midnight blue orbs.
"You have my word. Don't worry," Tyson replied as he stood. He took a few steps away then turned back. "Now, if you'll excuse me... I need to eat!" He grinned, chuckling softly. Suddenly, a pillow hit him square in the face, blinking as it fell down. "Hey! That wasn't very nice!"
"Well, whatever! Go down now, your food awaits," The White Tiger stated as he grinned back.
"Yeah, yeah. G'night!" With one last grin and wave, Tyson left the room.
Rei sighed as he closed his eyes, hoping that his nightmares wouldn't come. He wanted a peaceful sleep, something he hadn't had in a very long time. Maybe now that he finally told someone, he would get some rest. Maybe... just maybe...
Shinzui's Rolling Rant: -grins innocently- I did say short chappie, yes? Hmm... anyways, that'll be it for now, folks! I'm gonna work on the next chappie now. Methinks that Chappie 5 will be longer - I THINK! Hehehe... I hafta run now! See y'all this Christmas! Ye're present will be ready by then - present meaning zeh next chappie! ^^ Ja!