Interlude - Takato's Letters
Hey T!
I know we weren't supposed to send anything with you that would 'compromise' you, but we thought, what could one little letter hurt right? That's what for the initial above. (Pretty smart, huh?) So we all decided to write a small note.
Anyways, We just wanted to wish you good luck. And to apologize. You'd think I of all people would know best not to jump the gun like that. After all, we're a lot alike. We even made some of the same mistakes. Good luck T!
T. K. & A
~~~
Hi 'Tai'
I laugh when I think about it. You taking my brother's name and all. It's kind of fitting in a way. You and my brother are a lot a like, you know, no matter how much you protest it. I remember how you always used to be so nervous around him, and now I know why. It's a little weird. I know that you consider your anger valuable, but don't let it run away with you. I know you'll do well where you're going, just remember to believe in yourself, like we believe in you.
K. K. & G
~~~
Hello T,
It seems strange to be using the initial. Especially after being your friend for so long. I keep wanting to put your name into this. I guess I'm not quite sure what to say in this. It's hard to tell a good friend goodbye, you know? Especially when you don't have too many. Remember that friends are important things to have. That's a good lesson to learn. We had a lot of good times together over the years, so don't go forgetting them, even memories of bad times are important in their own way. Remember that there's always a place for you back here, if things don't go well over there.
K. I. & W
~~~
Bye T!
That seems like a weird way to start a letter, but, given the fact that you're leaving, well, it seems appropriate somehow. Anyways, I really just wanted to say good luck. But I also wanted to say that maybe you need to take another look at your situation. Remember that it's been a while, maybe your friends have forgiven you, you know. You should explore that before you bite off more than you can chew. Like I did that one time.
Y. I. & H
~~~
Hello T.
Feels funny using the initial, but I suppose it's a small price to pay for keeping 'things' separate, right? Good luck with your search! If you need help, you have but to ask and we'll be there! I know I'd like to see the 'south'. But, that's only a dream I suppose, but, then dreams and ambitions are important. I learned that lesson the hard way once. I'm sure you 'remember' that, don't you. No matter what, keep trying!
K. I. & T
~~~
Hello 'T'
It seems a little odd writing that, but it is what has to be done I suppose. I can't really say what I would do in your situation. I was very young when I lost my father, and my mother is still here. I can't really say I know what it feels like, to see your parents killed in front of you like that. And now you are returning to that place for duty. I wish you luck in your endeavor.
C. H. & A
~~~
Hello.
I guess it's a little weird for me to write the initial, like everyone else is doing, so I think I'll avoid the issue all together. Going home after a long time away is always rough, but you'll make it through okay. I'm not really sure about this whole 'new identity' thing I guess. It might be a little necessary at first, but when push comes to shove, let someone in. Like I told a friend once, there is a difference between lies that help and lies that hurt. This one might help at the beginning, but don't let it hurt people. You're a good kid. You'll figure it out.
J. K. & G
~~~
Hi T
I guess I'm not really sure what to say here. You've been a good friend, but I'm sure that's what all the others are sating too. You were a little brother I guess. The one I never had. I can remember you stopping in the flower shop with the other kids, and the way you would always be sure that there was enough bread at the picnics we would have, especially with you-know-who around. Especially that bread you named after him. That was good stuff.
I look at what I've written and realize that I haven't really done much except reminisce. You were always there, but you never stood out. Knowing what I do now I guess I can understand. I guess I can say this though. You were there, and you mattered. And when you're gone, things will feel a little off somehow. Come back and see your 'big sister' some day.
S. T. & B
~~~
Hey TM!
A little corny, I know, but it should bring a laugh to your face, reminds me of when I kept getting 'his' name wrong. (Hey, I'm smarter than I look, all right! I know better than to put 'his' name, that could blow it, right!?) Anyways, I know you'll do great T. I mean, who wouldn't expect you to? You kept yourself hidden here for years and we never even suspected you were helping us out! I know you're nervous about going back T, but you got to have a little confidence. That's the really important thing. But be sure not to be overconfident. That's bad and we both know it. I always thought it was a little strange why you never dated, but now I know why. Go get her T! Come back to see us every now and again, Okay!
D. M. & V
~~~
Hello T.
I guess I'm a little shy about writing this. I didn't act to mature at our last meeting. I'm still really ashamed for my outburst, but I guess I'm supposed to be like that right? You said that you changed like that and made your 'mistake' because of your anger, be it at us, or at the other guy you were fighting. But I don't think that's true. I think you changed because you care. In both situations, you saw a friend die in front of you. I don't think you changed from anger. I think you changed because you cared so much about them. I think you'll do very well over there, just as long as you remember to care.
M. T. & P
~~~
Hey T
It's really sad when your friends don't seem to care anymore, when you feel out of place in their presence. Mistakes can be debilitating things T. You've forgiven them for what they did, but you need to take a step back and look around. Because you haven't forgiven everyone; you haven't forgiven the most important one. You need to forgive yourself. It's not your fault. Just like it wasn't your fault when we misunderstood you. You don't blame yourself now, so don't blame yourself for what happened all those years ago. It might take awhile, but you'll do it. Tai got over it after all. It didn't take him that long, but he had a whole lot of help that you don't have. Good luck my friend.
M. I. & G
~~~
Hey T.
It's kinda weird to hear that you're going home after being here for so long. It's weirder to understand that you don't really want to after what happened to you when you were last there. Sometimes it seems like only yesterday that we found you in 'the ocean'. You were always a little odd, but in a likable manner. I can only imagine what it feels like to be in the presence of someone you consider a legend. You have a good heart and a good soul, but you could definitely use a little courage. Or, maybe, courage isn't the word I'm looking for. Maybe it's hope. Yes. Hope. That's the one. Faith that things will go well. After all you've been through, I guess I can understand that you wouldn't have much of it. But it's important to keep that hope alive in your heart. Hey, who would know better than me right? Come back to see us someday. But, this time, try not to fall in the water again, okay?
T.K. T. & P
~~~
I smiled as I read all the letters, taking a break from unpacking in my room in Henry's apartment. They had brought all kinds of memories, good and bad. But the picture. That was absolutely priceless. I did indeed remember that day. After a minute of searching, I found the picture. The frame itself was cleverly fashioned so that there was a second picture hidden behind the first. I remembered that day well. It was the day after we resurrected Azulongmon…
It was a picnic. It had taken awhile, but I had convinced Guilmon to sit still for the picture before eating. We were lined up in two rows for the picture, everyone with their respective digimon by their side. The rows were as follows:
Row 1: Izzy, Mimi, Joe, Matt, Yolie, Tai, Sora
Row 2: Kari, T.K., Davis, Me, Ken, Cody
I had placed the bread I had allotted for Guilmon o my left (to the right of me in the picture) with Guilmon on my right. The camera was on timer, so Kari set it for about three seconds and ran back to her place. I had neglected to tell Guilmon beforehand that it's customary to take multiple shots in case one is bad for various reasons. That proved to be unfortunate.
*SNAP*
The moment the flash faded, Guilmon rushed over-top of me for the bread. This set off several chain reactions.
First, he knocked Ken of balance, who went spinning. Wormmon flew out of his hands toward Agumon, and continued to spin, falling face-first into Yolie's chest. She steamed for a moment before her fist was introduced to his head, sending him back the way he came.
Second, Wormmon crashed into Agumon, blocking his sight, Agumon accidentally letting a fireball lose. The two then tumbled into Armadillomon, causing Biyomon to launch into the Air sending Tai ducking behind Sora for his life.
Then, Agumon's errant fireball blasted into Davis's butt, causing him to run screaming. Veemon chased his partner trying to wave it out with a leaf. Gomamon also tried to help, attempting to squirt water onto the fleeing Digidestined. Davis's path arced around, but really close to T.K. and Kari, before getting close to Izzy and Mimi. Mimi shrieked and jumped into Izzy's arms, followed closely by Palmon. Mimi's shriek caused Patamon to jump up as well, but given he was already in T.K.'s arms, he latched onto his face instead, Sending him crashing into Kari, jetting off just before he was crushed, only to tumble into Gatomon.
Davis, still running, crashed into Matt, which caused Gabumon to yell "My fur!" and run over the top of me and Guilmon, who was trying to scarf bread. Matt continued to stumble into Joe. The three were down in another heap, just as Gomamon and Veemon managed to put the flame out.
*SNAP*
So the second shot was as follows. Izzy wobbling while attempting to hold Mimi and Palmon. In front of them were T.K. and Kari on the ground, face-to-face, as red as tomatoes, with Patamon flying straight into Gatomon's back. Then, next to them were Gomamon and Veemon standing proudly next the pile of Davis, Matt and Joe. In front of them was Guilmon on top of me, scarfing bread, with Gabumon in mid-leap, on foot on Guilmon's back. Next in line was a very pissed off Yolie with fist extended, in front of her, Ken, facing the camera, still in mid turn-around from her hit, saliva flying. Then next to them was Tai hiding behind Sora, who was looking in disbelief at the chaos that had erupted, Biyomon flying straight up. In front of them was Cody, kneeling and looking worriedly at the tangled mess that was Wormmon, Agumon and Armadillomon.
All this, frozen in time inside one little frame. I look on it and can think of only one thing.
That was a really good day.
Hey T!
I know we weren't supposed to send anything with you that would 'compromise' you, but we thought, what could one little letter hurt right? That's what for the initial above. (Pretty smart, huh?) So we all decided to write a small note.
Anyways, We just wanted to wish you good luck. And to apologize. You'd think I of all people would know best not to jump the gun like that. After all, we're a lot alike. We even made some of the same mistakes. Good luck T!
T. K. & A
~~~
Hi 'Tai'
I laugh when I think about it. You taking my brother's name and all. It's kind of fitting in a way. You and my brother are a lot a like, you know, no matter how much you protest it. I remember how you always used to be so nervous around him, and now I know why. It's a little weird. I know that you consider your anger valuable, but don't let it run away with you. I know you'll do well where you're going, just remember to believe in yourself, like we believe in you.
K. K. & G
~~~
Hello T,
It seems strange to be using the initial. Especially after being your friend for so long. I keep wanting to put your name into this. I guess I'm not quite sure what to say in this. It's hard to tell a good friend goodbye, you know? Especially when you don't have too many. Remember that friends are important things to have. That's a good lesson to learn. We had a lot of good times together over the years, so don't go forgetting them, even memories of bad times are important in their own way. Remember that there's always a place for you back here, if things don't go well over there.
K. I. & W
~~~
Bye T!
That seems like a weird way to start a letter, but, given the fact that you're leaving, well, it seems appropriate somehow. Anyways, I really just wanted to say good luck. But I also wanted to say that maybe you need to take another look at your situation. Remember that it's been a while, maybe your friends have forgiven you, you know. You should explore that before you bite off more than you can chew. Like I did that one time.
Y. I. & H
~~~
Hello T.
Feels funny using the initial, but I suppose it's a small price to pay for keeping 'things' separate, right? Good luck with your search! If you need help, you have but to ask and we'll be there! I know I'd like to see the 'south'. But, that's only a dream I suppose, but, then dreams and ambitions are important. I learned that lesson the hard way once. I'm sure you 'remember' that, don't you. No matter what, keep trying!
K. I. & T
~~~
Hello 'T'
It seems a little odd writing that, but it is what has to be done I suppose. I can't really say what I would do in your situation. I was very young when I lost my father, and my mother is still here. I can't really say I know what it feels like, to see your parents killed in front of you like that. And now you are returning to that place for duty. I wish you luck in your endeavor.
C. H. & A
~~~
Hello.
I guess it's a little weird for me to write the initial, like everyone else is doing, so I think I'll avoid the issue all together. Going home after a long time away is always rough, but you'll make it through okay. I'm not really sure about this whole 'new identity' thing I guess. It might be a little necessary at first, but when push comes to shove, let someone in. Like I told a friend once, there is a difference between lies that help and lies that hurt. This one might help at the beginning, but don't let it hurt people. You're a good kid. You'll figure it out.
J. K. & G
~~~
Hi T
I guess I'm not really sure what to say here. You've been a good friend, but I'm sure that's what all the others are sating too. You were a little brother I guess. The one I never had. I can remember you stopping in the flower shop with the other kids, and the way you would always be sure that there was enough bread at the picnics we would have, especially with you-know-who around. Especially that bread you named after him. That was good stuff.
I look at what I've written and realize that I haven't really done much except reminisce. You were always there, but you never stood out. Knowing what I do now I guess I can understand. I guess I can say this though. You were there, and you mattered. And when you're gone, things will feel a little off somehow. Come back and see your 'big sister' some day.
S. T. & B
~~~
Hey TM!
A little corny, I know, but it should bring a laugh to your face, reminds me of when I kept getting 'his' name wrong. (Hey, I'm smarter than I look, all right! I know better than to put 'his' name, that could blow it, right!?) Anyways, I know you'll do great T. I mean, who wouldn't expect you to? You kept yourself hidden here for years and we never even suspected you were helping us out! I know you're nervous about going back T, but you got to have a little confidence. That's the really important thing. But be sure not to be overconfident. That's bad and we both know it. I always thought it was a little strange why you never dated, but now I know why. Go get her T! Come back to see us every now and again, Okay!
D. M. & V
~~~
Hello T.
I guess I'm a little shy about writing this. I didn't act to mature at our last meeting. I'm still really ashamed for my outburst, but I guess I'm supposed to be like that right? You said that you changed like that and made your 'mistake' because of your anger, be it at us, or at the other guy you were fighting. But I don't think that's true. I think you changed because you care. In both situations, you saw a friend die in front of you. I don't think you changed from anger. I think you changed because you cared so much about them. I think you'll do very well over there, just as long as you remember to care.
M. T. & P
~~~
Hey T
It's really sad when your friends don't seem to care anymore, when you feel out of place in their presence. Mistakes can be debilitating things T. You've forgiven them for what they did, but you need to take a step back and look around. Because you haven't forgiven everyone; you haven't forgiven the most important one. You need to forgive yourself. It's not your fault. Just like it wasn't your fault when we misunderstood you. You don't blame yourself now, so don't blame yourself for what happened all those years ago. It might take awhile, but you'll do it. Tai got over it after all. It didn't take him that long, but he had a whole lot of help that you don't have. Good luck my friend.
M. I. & G
~~~
Hey T.
It's kinda weird to hear that you're going home after being here for so long. It's weirder to understand that you don't really want to after what happened to you when you were last there. Sometimes it seems like only yesterday that we found you in 'the ocean'. You were always a little odd, but in a likable manner. I can only imagine what it feels like to be in the presence of someone you consider a legend. You have a good heart and a good soul, but you could definitely use a little courage. Or, maybe, courage isn't the word I'm looking for. Maybe it's hope. Yes. Hope. That's the one. Faith that things will go well. After all you've been through, I guess I can understand that you wouldn't have much of it. But it's important to keep that hope alive in your heart. Hey, who would know better than me right? Come back to see us someday. But, this time, try not to fall in the water again, okay?
T.K. T. & P
~~~
I smiled as I read all the letters, taking a break from unpacking in my room in Henry's apartment. They had brought all kinds of memories, good and bad. But the picture. That was absolutely priceless. I did indeed remember that day. After a minute of searching, I found the picture. The frame itself was cleverly fashioned so that there was a second picture hidden behind the first. I remembered that day well. It was the day after we resurrected Azulongmon…
It was a picnic. It had taken awhile, but I had convinced Guilmon to sit still for the picture before eating. We were lined up in two rows for the picture, everyone with their respective digimon by their side. The rows were as follows:
Row 1: Izzy, Mimi, Joe, Matt, Yolie, Tai, Sora
Row 2: Kari, T.K., Davis, Me, Ken, Cody
I had placed the bread I had allotted for Guilmon o my left (to the right of me in the picture) with Guilmon on my right. The camera was on timer, so Kari set it for about three seconds and ran back to her place. I had neglected to tell Guilmon beforehand that it's customary to take multiple shots in case one is bad for various reasons. That proved to be unfortunate.
*SNAP*
The moment the flash faded, Guilmon rushed over-top of me for the bread. This set off several chain reactions.
First, he knocked Ken of balance, who went spinning. Wormmon flew out of his hands toward Agumon, and continued to spin, falling face-first into Yolie's chest. She steamed for a moment before her fist was introduced to his head, sending him back the way he came.
Second, Wormmon crashed into Agumon, blocking his sight, Agumon accidentally letting a fireball lose. The two then tumbled into Armadillomon, causing Biyomon to launch into the Air sending Tai ducking behind Sora for his life.
Then, Agumon's errant fireball blasted into Davis's butt, causing him to run screaming. Veemon chased his partner trying to wave it out with a leaf. Gomamon also tried to help, attempting to squirt water onto the fleeing Digidestined. Davis's path arced around, but really close to T.K. and Kari, before getting close to Izzy and Mimi. Mimi shrieked and jumped into Izzy's arms, followed closely by Palmon. Mimi's shriek caused Patamon to jump up as well, but given he was already in T.K.'s arms, he latched onto his face instead, Sending him crashing into Kari, jetting off just before he was crushed, only to tumble into Gatomon.
Davis, still running, crashed into Matt, which caused Gabumon to yell "My fur!" and run over the top of me and Guilmon, who was trying to scarf bread. Matt continued to stumble into Joe. The three were down in another heap, just as Gomamon and Veemon managed to put the flame out.
*SNAP*
So the second shot was as follows. Izzy wobbling while attempting to hold Mimi and Palmon. In front of them were T.K. and Kari on the ground, face-to-face, as red as tomatoes, with Patamon flying straight into Gatomon's back. Then, next to them were Gomamon and Veemon standing proudly next the pile of Davis, Matt and Joe. In front of them was Guilmon on top of me, scarfing bread, with Gabumon in mid-leap, on foot on Guilmon's back. Next in line was a very pissed off Yolie with fist extended, in front of her, Ken, facing the camera, still in mid turn-around from her hit, saliva flying. Then next to them was Tai hiding behind Sora, who was looking in disbelief at the chaos that had erupted, Biyomon flying straight up. In front of them was Cody, kneeling and looking worriedly at the tangled mess that was Wormmon, Agumon and Armadillomon.
All this, frozen in time inside one little frame. I look on it and can think of only one thing.
That was a really good day.