Disclaimer: It was on my Christmas list, my *very* long Christmas list. T_T Still not mine.
A/N Wow been a while now. Anyway, here comes the angst, the Daikeru and more of the Taito! Note that there will be much of the angst, little of the Daikeru and a touch of the Taito. Oh and a little of fighting and a hint of friendship mushiness. Confused? Aren't we all?
This chapter is done in TK's view of perspective. He comes off as a little lewd at times, but that's what makes him sweet, I guess...
Betrayal of the Heart By Angel of Evil
Chapter 6 Envy
So maybe I could be wrong, but wait, I'm never wrong! So then I can't be wrong. Ah, wait I was wrong once, actually several times… Hm, then maybe-
This is stupid, I'm arguing with myself! And in my head too.
Again, I could be wrong, in thinking that there is something out of place with Ken and Davis. There, wasn't so hard.
Heh was getting worried then!
It wasn't like the boy wasn't trying. He had attempted to be vaguely interested and involved in the game, I'd give him that much credit. The thing was he wasn't even attempting anymore, nor was he even bothered to try and pretend that he was either. He just stood in the same position saying not a word, his head down and his eyes hazy. Distinctly I knew this was not normal. I mean just by looking, any idiot with half a brain would know. That would have to be the reason why Daisuke, Ken's closest friend, hadn't noticed. Any idiot with half a brain.
Just looking at Ken is enough to make me feel bad. So many little things and Davis still hasn't got a clue, wow talk about dense…
First there was this morning, the other problem with Ken. Kari and me had to practically haul the boy through the living room door. It was even worse a nightmare trying to convince him that there was a very good reason why he had to come with us, though I actually was the only one who knew the 'very' good reason. Tai decided to tell Kari with everyone else, no matter how much she had pleaded.
Ken was so out of it then, just as he is now. He looked so… down? No worse. But I wouldn't even think about asking him what's with him, it'd probably make things worse.
This morning told me that he wasn't going to be having a good time.
Yeah it was disturbing.
He had been just sitting there, his knees to his chest and an emotionless mask put on to hide his feelings from the world. Very familiar…
The boy worries me, and I don't get worried easily either. Apart from when my big mouth told Matt that I went hunting for his diary, man he's so gonna kill me later!
Now I know what worries me… that face, the expression so much resembled Yama-san's, it reminds me so much of a few months previously.
He had been just the same. I had found him perched on my bed, chin on his knees, arms hugging them, face showing so much sadness that wouldn't be let free. I was worried then too. It had been terrifying.
I only hoped Ken wasn't going through even a diminutive amount of that pain as my niisan was. Niisan had been so down, in the end he was lucky to escape his darkness with only a few scars, though I suppose that was enough really. Scars, scars to stay with him for eternity. But Yamato thinks it was worth it, worth every minute of his tormentful pain, I could only hope that whatever Ken has done will be worth it too.
I hope he knows what he's doing.
But what makes me think he's done something?
I turn my watchful eyes away from the blue haired boy. People are shouting at me.
"What the hell are you doing TK? Get the blooming ball!" there was no way I could ever mistaken that commanding voice.
"Why are you yelling at me for? I'm not even on your god damn team Yolei!" The purple haired competitor narrowed her eyes at me.
"TK, none of us will get a half decent game if you just stand their gawking at people!" Registering that comment from Daisuke I can't help but take another glance towards the shrouded mess. He seemed to almost quiver at the resonance of the irritating boy's voice. I noticed this as soon as the baka, Daisuke, spoke. Ken's eyes would widen a little, then the icy blue would intensify into a colder, harsher sapphire.
His behaviour really frightens me.
Maybe it wasn't worth taking him here today.
"There you go again!" I tried not to blush, embarrassment slowly finding me. I stared at the furious boy and gritted my teeth. Yeah, Davis always could create a new way to make me hate him, one way or another, he'd find it.
Hey! Wait a minute, what was he so mad about?!
He didn't have to draw so much attention to me. So what if I let my mind drift to the concern for others at times. At least I cared about my friends, which is more then what could be said for some people.
"The ball isn't even remotely near me! And come to think of it, you're not on my friggin team either!" I blared. Yolei had already run down to the bottom of the pitch after the ball a while ago. Now it was the 'Almighty Goggle Head' who decided to boss me about.
Everyone else seemed to be too caught up in the game to notice this petty squabble, except Ken of course. I could tell the boy wanted to cover his ears and hide in a deep hole somewhere.
Great! Not again…
I mentally hit myself for staring into the same direction again. When I returned my eyes the brunette appeared almost too outraged for words. On second thoughts, Davis, lost for words?! No, that would just be my wistful thinking.
"Stop drooling over him and play the bloody game Takaishi!" He threatened. Davis had stopped pretending to not know my name quite a bit back, but usually using my surname, meant he was rampant mad and on the brink of murder. He's only called me by it once before, it ended in one bloody nose and black eyes for the both of us… I can't even remember what that was about.
Ah hah, now I know.
Why did he sound so covetous? And couldn't he use Ken's name, or would that be forbidden? What was with these two?
Wait a minute, he just implied me to be gay. Not that I have a problem with sexuality at all, especially with the whole Taichi and Yamato scenario I'd been stuck in the middle of for a few months. My problem is, well I'm straight and he's using this as an insult. Wait till he hears why everyone is really here.
My fists clenched, what really was his problem?
"Is that supposed to mean something?"
"Yeah, it means try participating in the game idiot!" I couldn't help but sneer at him. That was real offensive, especially coming from him.
"But that's not the actual issue here, is it Davis?" I stared fixedly at him to watch any change in his attitude. He appeared to be slightly taken aback and caught out by my words. He took a step forward and glared at me with so much hatred. I don't think I'd ever seen him this mad before. Whoa, if looks could kill…
"Wanna let me in on what is then smart ass?" he sneered.
"Davis, do you have a problem with me looking at my friends? I mean, I'm looking at you right now aren't I?" I knew I sounded sarcastic, but I really wanted to know what the deal was here.
Heh, that's funny, I still regard him as a friend. Oh wait, I'm meant to be serious right now, oops.
"So do you?" He continued to glare hatred and all sorts of negative vibrations at me. I didn't like the way I could feel tension between Ken and the dense boy in front, it wasn't right. I wanted an answer.
"No."
"Oh so is Ken your special case?" I watched him redden, wow; he must be past fury now. I followed his eyes as they landed on the quite boy, who was being discussed. Did I see guilt? No, he was now staring at me with rage! I'll admit it, I was intimidated. I'd never even seen Matt get this mad!
"What the hell are you implying bakayaro?"
"Why are you so protective? If you care so much why don't you go ask him what's wrong? Go on-" he pushes me harshly. I luckily manage to steady myself before I let gravity pull me to the ground.
So now he wants to be physical does he? I expected tackling, but not a fight.
"Think you're so smart Daisuke? Well do you?!" I growl, "Go on. You're such a caring friend! So caring you don't give a shit what's wrong with Ken. So what did you do to him? Have a fight too? Ignore him?!" He pushes me again. This time with so much force I fall to the ground. I feel my own rage weld up inside me, this was going too far!
"Konoyaro!"
I swerve my leg round his ankle; he falls to the ground with a heavy thump. The boy then spits at me!
I get my fist up ready to pound his face- but I can't seem to do it.
No... someone's holding me back "What the-?"
"Ototo-chan! Ima yamero!" I slowly and reluctantly turn my head to see Yamato's unamused face he frees my fist and I glare at Davis, who is being sustained by Taichi, who too, coincidently, doesn't seem very amused.
"What the hell are you two playing at?!"
"Gomen niisan…"
Taichi thumps Davis around the head. "Kuso!"
"If your god damn sister isn't around, we can damn well count on you to wreck to mood ne Davis?"
"Gomen Taichi-san…"
The two elder boys look at each and frown. First the diary, now we've almost ruined their announcement. If Yamato was angry before about his diary, he's sure going to be pissed now!
"So, Teeks, you want to fill us in?"
I give the stupid Goggle head one last glower with contempt. I'm still trying to calm down. His stupid face just makes me so mad…
"It was nothing."
"Yeah, but the point is it was turning into a very bad something!" Tai states. He lets Davis go too, it seems the baka managed to calm down a lot quicker than me. Now he decides to be Mister Tranquil!
"Look… he's right."
My eyes widen, "I am…?"
"He is?!" Both boys ask. Yep, this was strange, Davis agreeing with me. We all watch closely, listening carefully, just to be sure our hearing hasn't deceived us.
Davis sighs and nods, " yeah, it was nothing, we just a bit carried away with the game. That's all."
I couldn't believe how honest he sounded. My brother and his friend, turned to look at me as if for a second approval. I simply nodded too and agreed with what Davis said. I admit I was stunned, but my surprise could no way compare with the disbelief on their two faces. It was actually quite funny.
Yamato literally blinked twice, then looked at Tai, "now I know why he doesn't like playing soccer with Davis…" niisan began to walk away with Taichi, who turns back to take a quick, last look at the pair of us. He's still astounded I'm guessing. "Man I'm glad Yolei hasn't got to him yet."
"Sure Yama..."
I manage to snigger and Davis just watches the two with confusion, as usual. My anger is gradually being lifted away and I learn to calm. The hysterical expression on Daisuke's face does help quite a bit too.
"Huh?"
I simply shake my head as if to say 'never mind'. Davis smiles at me, strange how this boy's mood can change so rapidly, I get slowly get up.
He looks up at me, "I meant it, I am sorry, TP."
TP? I quickly look at him to see the hugest grin on his face. I remember him calling me that the last time we fought too. I guess it's going to be our private joke by now on…
I return the smile without hesitation and offer my hand to him. He'll always be my friend, no matter how aggravating and irritating he gets.
"Me too 'Almighty Goggle head' Doo Itashimashite."
"Say wha???"
I chuckle and shake my head again. He accepts my hand with slight reluctance. Curiosity is clearly displayed on his face, still working at when I had deemed him this.
"Let's forget the whole thing."
I help him, up and he quickly regains he stature. His brown eyes question me.
"Fine with me, but hey, TK."
I sigh, "What Davis?"
"What the hell!" he outbursts. I laugh and he does too.
Guess Ken is forgotten once again...
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A/N Waaaa! why does this story take so fricking long to adapt to where I want? I had so many plans for this chapter. Too bad, guess it'll have to be postponed till the next one ^^;;
Here's some translations: - bakayaro=ass hole, Konoyaro=bastard/jerk, Ototo-chan! Ima yamero! =Little bro! Stop that this instant!, Kuso=damn/shit, niisan=older bro, Doo Itashimashite=It's ok/Think nothing of it.
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