~Tears of Loneliness~
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[Chapter 7]
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In the Kaiba manor, it has been quiet for the past days. Not a cheerful laugh would ring through the halls, or the angelic voice that has livened the place. Summer came by quickly, but no one from the household would want to enjoy the vacation. He held on to her hand, never wanting to release his hold on her. He traced his fingers over her pale face, that hasn't moved ever since. Closely he could hear her softly breathing. It looks as if she wasn't, but her stillness doesn't see the rising of her chest. 'How can I be so stupid? That threatening e-mail was just a distraction to keep her away from me.' He looked at her creamy face. 'Now look what happened… Anzu…' He clutched her hand and leaned his head on their hands. "Anzu, please wake up." His voice was quivering a bit. "I… want to see your happy self again." His heart was pumping fast. "I don't know how you made me feel this way about you, but… I'm really scared." He whispered. "I've never felt this way before…"
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A little bubble past by his face. Mokuba blinked his eyes and looked over to his side. Rin was sitting on the grass, blowing bubbles out of the wand. He tilted his head a bit and frowned. He wondered how could a girl act all carefree when she knows that the mood all around her is depressing? The little girl was staying with them for the summer. Her parents had to go out to this business trip, and her grandparents are on a cruise. Before Anzu went into a coma state, she volunteered on taking care of the girl. Mokuba didn't talk to Anzu for an hour after she agreed to baby-sit her. He knew she was doing this because she would want to tease the boy. But after a while, Mokuba was enjoying the girl's stay. "What are you doing?" Mokuba asked.
The girl blew softly through the hold on the wand. Many bubbles floated aimlessly, almost reaching towards the sky. "Blowing bubbles. What else?" The girl dipped her stick into the bottle of soapy water. The girl sighed and closed the bottle. She stood up and looked at the boy on the wheelchair. "I wish that Ms. Anzu would wake up now." Her was face saddened. She walked up to Mokuba's chair and started to push him back inside.
Mokuba blushed lightly as the girl brought him in. They were almost near the door, but Rin stopped. Mokuba looked over at the girl. She was looking over her shoulder. "I think I want to give Ms. Anzu a flower from her garden." She ran towards the patch of various flowers. Rin knelt down as she was near the place. The flowers were like a field surrounding the girl. She looked so small with in it.
Mokuba rolled his chair over to Rin. First he couldn't see her from all those flowers. When she popped her head up she had a white flower in her hand. The girl smiled happily and stood up. She dusted her self before looking at Mokuba. She ran up to the boy. "Here hold this. I think Ms. Anzu would like Peony." She took Mokuba's chair and started to push him back in.
The boy stared at the beautiful flower. It was simple, but it still held beauty. "Why do you want to do this?" Mokuba whispered.
Rin slid the glass door open. She pushed in Mokuba and then closed the door and locking it. "Because, Ms. Anzu has been so nice to me, I want to do something for her." She smiled. Then she added, "plus, I think she as pretty as the flower."
Mokuba was now at the table. Rin ran towards the fridge and opened it up. "I think I can make something." Her voice was heard over the cooling machine.
Mokuba smirked. "How bout I make something for lunch?" He rolled behind the little girl.
Rin stood up straight and stared at the boy. She grinned widely. "Ok, but I get to help!" She took the flower out of Mokuba's hand. "Can I go upstairs and give this to her?" she looked at the flower in her hand.
Mokuba put the stuff he gathered from the fridge on to the counter. "How bout, we go visit her after lunch?"
Rin smiled softly and nodded. "Ok."
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He was a bit nervous, as he was face to face with the big men upstairs. But in the outside he looked calm and serious. He bowed his head slightly for greeting. The room was dark, not letting the man see their faces. But the only light was behind those men, cascading to reveal the man before them. "The plan was a success." The man said.
"Then it won't belong til the fun really starts…" The man in the middle smirked. His voice was deep and held an eerie feeling.
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Darkness, that's all there were. There was nothing but a dark void. She turned her head, and saw many people around her. She smiled widely and tears formed in her eyes. She mouthed each and everyone's names. She wanted to reach out to touch them, to see if they were real. But then they turned into dust and blew away from her. She shook her head. She reached out for the others, but they too disappeared. Her heart twisted in emptiness. A voice sounded from behind her. She turned around to stare into the deep blue eyes of a certain guy. She smiled warmly as he said her name. Her heart melted within her. She idly walked towards him. She whispered his name, calling for him to hold her. Then all of a sudden, when she got near him, he was covered in darkness and was taken away from her. The girl shook her head and tears spilt from her eyes. Her knees gave in and she fell to the ground. She sobbed, echoing all around her. She was alone…
Her eyes snapped open, as it looked as if it held terror. She shot up gasping for air. After a while her breath calmed down into a gentle rhythm. Her eyes fazed a bit. She blinked and looked around. She couldn't recognize this place at all. Right beside her was a guy, around her age. He was tall and slightly muscular built. His eyes were wide in surprise. The girl's eyes softened as she stared at his deep blue eyes. Traces of chocolate brown hair fell upon his face. Her eyes fazed a bit, not recognizing this guy beside her. She felt something warm covering her own hand. She looked down and saw his hand upon hers. She blushed brightly. "Anzu, are you ok?" the boy asked.
The brunette tilted her head and stared at him. "Um… who's Anzu?" she whispered.
The boy recoiled back. He looked at the girl, her eyes holding confusion. He shook his head, not believing on what she just said. Seto started to stutter on his words. "B-but… you're Anzu."
The girl bit her lip and furrowed her brows. "I'm sorry…" she tucked her hands between her legs. "I don't remember… anything." Her eyes glazed with forming tears.
Seto's face fell. Soon anger boiled up in his chest. 'That bastard! Anzu doesn't remember anything, not even herself.' The girl drew her legs up and she cradled it with her arms. "I-I don't remember…" She whispered again. The girl was frightened. It was like her life just started, but with no memory of her previous life. Seto's face softened. He sighed and took the girl's hand. He pulled her into his embrace. The girl was shocked. She didn't know what to do. Is she supposed to hug back? Her face softened and she just leaned into this boy's arms. "I'm sorry…" She whispered in a shaky tone. "I'm so sorry…" She started to cry. Her heart pained and there was that feeling that something was missing in her heart.
Seto shook his head. "You don't have to be sorry," He whispered back. "I'll help you remember…" The girl's cheeks burned and suddenly she felt secure in his embrace.
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"WHAT!?" Both children yelled after hearing the news.
Seto sat across them, with his arms crossed and eyes closed as he leaned into the chair. Mokuba bit his lip and leaned his back on to the chair. "Poor Ms. Anzu." Rin whispered.
Mokuba clutched the arms of his chair. "Who would want to do such a thing? I don't get it. Is Prof. Kinto working for someone?"
Seto sighed a bit. "Maybe, but its not your concern. Just leave it to me."
Mokuba shook his head. "It is my concern, brother." Anger boiled within the boy. "I mean, who ever is doing this, might be the one who put me in this chair. He might also be the one who killed nearly all our friends."
Seto looked up and saw the anger in his little brother's eyes. "Mokuba… just let me handle it." The boy frowned. He leaned in his chair and closed his eyes. Rin looked at the boy. Her face held that sad emotion. The girl turned her head as she saw a familiar brunette girl.
Anzu shyly walked in and she looked down to the floor. She wore a gray oversized shirt, and a pair of shorts. "Um…" Seto looked up and saw her. His heart slightly brightened. He stood up from the chair and walked toward the girl. "I hope I didn't disturb anything." Her voice was once again small.
Seto shook his head. "No you're not." He said kindly. He took her hand and brought her to the table. He pulled back a chair and Anzu sat down quietly. Her head was bent down, not wanting to face the stares of the people around her. Seto sat down next to the girl. "So… are you hungry?" He asked. Anzu blushed and nodded her head slowly.
"I'll get her the sandwich I made." Rin jumped out of her chair and ran to the refrigerator. Anzu looked up to see the blonde girl hiding behind the refrigerator door. The girl closed it and bounced next to Anzu. "Here you go." Anzu took the plate of food and smiled at the girl. Rin smiled back. "Here, this was supposed to be for you." A white flower was offered to her.
Anzu blinked her eyes and stared at it. "Thank you." She lightly blushed at the girl's kindness. She took the flower. Anzu looked up and saw the brothers watching this scene. She bent her head down and clasped her hands together on her lap. "I'm sorry if I don't remember…" She said in a shy tone.
Mokuba shook his head. "No, it's no problem. We'll help you get them back. So, don't worry."
Rin smiled brightly at Anzu. "Ms. Anzu, you don't have to be shy all around us. We are your friends." She said in a tiny singsong voice. Anzu looked at the Rin and smile. 'She's kind of cute.' She nodded her head towards the girl.
Seto watched her closely. 'I guess she's still the same, except she doesn't remember anything. I guess it's fine the way she is. She doesn't have to hold an sorrow within herself anymore…' Seto frowned. His eyes were still fixed on to the brunette girl. 'But it's not right for her to not know her friends that she grew up with…'
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It was a bright and beautiful day. Not a cloud in the sky roamed the blue atmosphere. Joy filled their hearts as they enjoyed their day of fun. Seto had a day off from working and took the three to the Fair. They need to have some time to enjoy themselves, after a hectic week. Rin pulled Anzu's hand. "I want to go there!" Rin pointed toward the Ferris wheel.
Mokuba frowned a bit, but the smile on Rin made his heart fill with joy for her. Anzu looked at the tall structure of the moving ride. She bit her lip and turned her head towards Seto. Their eyes met and the girl lightly blushed. "I hope it's ok to go on…" She looked at Mokuba.
The boy smiled, "Go ahead, I don't mind." He said honestly.
Rin neared the boy. "Sorry Mokuba…" She looked sadly at the boy.
The boy shook his head. "No it's ok, really."
"I'll take him to go play some games." Seto started to turn the boy's chair. Rin smiled and nodded her head. "We'll meet at the burger stand." Seto told them, over his shoulder. Anzu watched the two boys walk towards the game area.
Rin tugged her hand. "Come on, let's go." She said excitedly. Anzu smiled and ran with the girl pulling her.
Seto looked behind to make sure the two girls were safe. He smiled to himself. 'Anzu seems so happy without knowing that she had friends that all died and also her parents.' He said to himself. Then a feeling within him shot up inside. He looked around to search for something, but he doesn't know what. 'I have to be on my guard. It feels as if something is going to happen.' He looked up into the sky, and a gentle breeze past by.
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The lighter sparked as it soon began to light with fire. Carefully, a cigarette neared the firing tip, and smoke trailed from the end of the cigarette. He walked in a suave motion, ignoring those who passed by. The man wore all black attire with a pair of dark sunglasses. The man looked up at the blue sky, and then smirked. A familiar brunette ran by with a girl pulling her towards a fair ride. His eyes followed the tall girl, as she was fading away into the crowd. The man turned around and walked between some stands. He took a short cut towards the clock tower. 'If I know them, they'd stay until the fireworks are over.' The man smirked. 'Pray that this time, one of you would make it out alive.' He stared at an opening in the clock tower.
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The whole day they spent their time enjoying themselves. Mokuba won three bears for Rin, and Anzu got a giant bear for Mokuba. She also got something for Seto and bought a pretty hairpin for Rin. They ate burgers and the two kids forced the two teenagers to go on rides together. Seto took pleasure of watching Anzu blush millions of times when they were riding together. Later that day, the day was soon setting into a blanket of night. Stars were already peering through the sky and the moon lit half way. Rin pushed Mokuba in top speed. Anzu smiled softly as the two children laugh hole heartedly. Then a question popped into her head. 'Was… Seto and I like that before?' She blushed deeply.
The guy couldn't resist, so he had to ask. "Is… something wrong?" He asked.
Anzu looked up and was blushing deeply. She grabbed hold of her beverage and neared her lips to the straw. She shook her head. "I was just wondering… Do you know… anything about me… before I lost my memories?" She asked.
Seto stared at her for a while. 'Should I tell he the truth? I can't lie to her.' His head was fighting over the questions. He leaned his head on his arm and stared out to the carnival. "Well, you are always the worried one. You made lost of friends and your cherished your friendship bond." Seto twirled the straw in his soda. "You wanted to be a dancer, but then you changed your mine and wanted to be a teacher, maybe a dancing teacher."
"Anything else?" Anzu questioned. The two were sitting together outside in a little restaurant. Many lights illuminated the night sky, and the sounds of the merry tune of the carnival played throughout the area. "Do you… really want to know?" He asked softly.
The girl's head lowered. She didn't like his tone. "Is it… that bad?" She asked over his question.
He looked up and frowned. He didn't want to make her sad. Throughout her stay with him in the mansion, she has been struck with sorrow. There would be times where she would stay in solitude clouding her self with grief. Then there were times where she would at times, shyly try to make her self feel comfortable with them. Now she doesn't know that sorrow she held for months. He doesn't want her to go back into her own self-pity. Anzu looked up and their eyes locked with one another. "You might not like it." He whispered.
She breathed out steadily and shook her head. Rin and Mokuba neared their table. "It's almost time for the fireworks!" The two children chirped in unison.
"Ok, hold on." Seto got up and took his jacket from the chair. Anzu sipped up some of her drink through the straw before getting up and following them. Rin and Mokuba happily talked away, remembering things they have done together when they were at school. Anzu's expression softened. "You don't have to be uncomfortable around us, Anzu." Seto assured her.
Anzu glance up and nodded. "I'm trying not to be." She said truthfully. They were strolling through a row of Sakura trees, leading to the center of the park near the carnival. She smiled softly as many blossoms flew by with a cool summer breeze. Christmas light was all put up in the trees, lighting up the pathways of the park. The mirth of the energized children filled the night mood and the dim songs of the carnival was fading into the background. A few people have come through the park to watch the fireworks. The lighting of the sky was said to be an art in the heavens.
Mokuba and Rin stopped near the water fountain in the middle of the large area. There were a few benches, and some couples occupied it. The fountain as well, was also lighted up for this ceremony. Seto led Anzu towards the fountain, and she sat down with Seto beside her. Rin moved Mokuba near the fountain, and sat beside him. They were a few inches away from the two. Rin blinked her eyes at the couple and then turned to Mokuba. "Do you think they will be together again, Mokuba?" She asked in a low tone, so that they wouldn't hear.
Mokuba looked over to his side then smiled. "Maybe. They haven't professed their love yet to each other." He watched the two converses over something. Anzu lightly blushed then giggled. Suddenly an idea popped into the little boy's head. "Hey!" Rin stared at the boy. "What you say if we play cupid?"
The girl's face brightened and she gasped a bit. "You naughty boy, you know we aren't suppose to intervene with the romance life of your brother." She placed a hand on her hip, talking in a know-it-all tone. "But," her expression changed. "I like the way you think." The two smiled at each other, both giving a smile with an evil glint with an evil plan.
"Seto," He turned his head towards the girl who spoke. "Did we have any friends?" she asked. She was staring at the sky, with the stars reflecting in her sapphire blue eyes.
He looked down, staring at the pavement floor. "I guess we use to." He said truthfully. The falling water from behind drowned every sound around them, except for their own voices towards each other. She looked down and gazed at the boy next to her. "The strange thing is… they have somehow all… died."
"Died?" she asks. Her eyes furrowed in question.
He sighed a bit. "They were all… murdered." He whispered. He didn't want to look up at the girl's face, because the sadness in the girl's face pains his heart. "Even… your parents." He closed his eyes. After a while, the girl leaned her head on his shoulder. He looked over and stared at the girl. Her eyes were glassy, but no tears were going to spill. Not this time.
"I guess… it was for the better that I lost my memories." He noticed that her voice was monotonous and low. "Sometimes some memories are better to be… forgotten." She shifted her head, leaning her chin on his arm. "I want to… build new memories…" She was stuttering on her words. Then she blushed. "With you."
His heart was racing and his face was getting warm. He smiled softly at the girl. He couldn't believe what he said after her statement. "Me too." He whispered.
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The clock struck ten times, and the hand on the clock tower was set for ten o'clock. The music stopped, the rides stopped and everyone stopped to looked up into the sky. The first firecracker burst into the air, sparkling in the sky with vibrant colors. Soon, more shot up into the air glittering the sky. Many people awed at the spectacular show. But one man wasn't paying attention to anything but his own task. The sniper gun was set, peering outside towards the populated area. The black suited man aimed his gun towards the park area. "Now, where are you…?" Through the aiming hole, he spotted two brunette teenagers sitting near the water fountain. A child in a wheelchair and a little girl sat near by. The man smirked. He tightened his grip on the handle, his finger alluring to press the trigger.
Time past, and the light show was almost more than thirty minuets. Anzu was enjoying this day more and more. Seto glanced at the girl beside him, and saw the lights reflect her eyes. 'They always seem to reflect on many things.' He blushed and looked back up into the sky. Rin and Mokuba would awe at every popping firecracker, and giggle at the loud exploding sound that reached their ears. Soon the last of the firecrackers set off many exploding signals into the sky.
The man smirked and pulled the trigger, the speeding bullet tore through the air, hitting a host. Everyone all gasped and screamed as the body fell down. Chaos started as they all ran out from the park. The carnival soon turned into mayhem, where all the people were all frightened. Policemen made their way through the crowds of people trying to reach the scene of the crime. The man looked up and narrowed his eyes. He stood up and left the clock tower, acting as if nothing happened.
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Mika: Ah! The suspense! Who got shot? Anzu? Seto? Mokuba? Rin? What will happen next? Heh, I just love leaving people with a cliffhanger. But that man is giving a clue at to what will happen. Hee. Hee. I won't spoil it. Well, I hope you like it. Please review! I just love to read on what you would say. But, please, no flames. I've got a new fic up, called "Something Precious." Maybe you could check it out. But don't worry; I'll keep on updating this fic first. So, til next time. Bwahahahahahaha.
