Notes: You may all thank my friend Krad for this update. Thanks to her persistent demands I finally got
off my lazy butt and updated. same old same old. I think you all know I don't own DNAngel. Ummm not
much happening in this chapter. Next chapter is where the story really takes off............I think. Sorry this
sucks. Please Review.
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In the classroom

"So, in conclusion-" the substitute was cut off by the shrill ring of the bells. The automatic response of the
students to the dismissal bell was to crowd and push each other out of the door like stampeding animals.
The poor substitute was waving a stack of papers as he tried, in vain, to alert the students of their
homework for the weekend. With a sigh of exhaustion the sub proceeded to pack up his things. Looking
up he noticed the small red head from earlier sitting in his desk. The teacher racked his brain trying to
remember the teen's name. After successfully extracting the name from his memory the sub called out to
the distant pupil, "ah, Niwa-san, are you aware that class has ended?" no response. "umm, Niwa-san?"
walking up to the student's desk, he tapped the little one on the shoulder. Blinking, Daisuke awoke from
his little trance. "Niwa-san, class has been out for ten minutes already. Shouldn't you be heading home?"
Aware that he had been spacing out Daisuke blushed and stuttered out an apology. With that he
gathered up his school things and rushed out the door. "hmm.........strange kid." Chuckling to himself the
sub walked out of the class, headed for the main office.

Outside the school

Once safely off school property, Daisuke let out a sigh and began chiding himself for spacing out so.
^*blush* stupid stupid stupid.^ Only to be interrupted by an unwelcome voice. ~Can anyone join in? Or is
this a Daisuke only Daisuke bashing party? Because I wanna join in on the fun! *big grin* You have no
idea how long I've wanted to tell you that you-~ Daisuke was too tired to put up with Dark, so he let Dark
continue on his little joy rant. Unknown to Dark, Daisuke had, overtime, been able to develop a little trick.
It was horrible to not be able to think something without his alter ego hearing his thoughts too. Ever since
Dark had come around, Daisuke was not able to have any private thoughts. Dark heard all his utmost
secrets, and the little red head could not stand it. Everyone needs privacy! So, after having to deal with
this for so long, Daisuke began developing another place for his thoughts. A place that the kaitou had no
idea existed, a place where he could think in peace and keep his thoughts to himself. This is the place
that Daisuke now retreated to. Now in the safety of his own world Daisuke breathed yet another sigh of
relief. \annoying isn't he?\ Daisuke was startled by this voice. This had never happened before. What
was someone doing in his private place? Scared, but wanting to get to the bottom of this, Daisuke called
out tentatively to the other person. ^........ummm who?^ Daisuke didn't have to wait long for an answer.
\*chuckle* that baka thief Dark Mousy of course. who else?\ Daisuke couldn't control the blush. He had
just been thinking that. Unfortunately he hadn't been able to locate where the voice was coming from. HE
called out again, in hopes of being able to keep the person talking, and, therefore, pinpoint the speaker's
location. ^W-why do you say that?^ He could almost see the figure arching an eyebrow in amusement. \I
see through your little trick. But I will play along with it. Anyway, back to the subject. You know as well as
I that Dark is annoying.\ Daisuke knew the guy was right. He could write a book about all the reasons
why Dark was annoying, and all the things the kaitou did that got on the red head's nerves. Suddenly a
thought struck him. This person knew about Dark! They knew that Dark was a part of Daisuke, and they
were in his head!!!! The little one began to panic. \You're worrying yourself for no reason.\ Daisuke felt
this other presence smile, and, for some reason, Daisuke relaxed. Dimly he realized that this voice was
familiar. Yet, at the same time, it was completely different. \Ah. So you are figuring it out.\ He felt the
other smile again. \I'm glad. I can come talk to you face to face now.\ Daisuke finally was able to pinpoint
where the voice was. He focused on a particularly black spot in his little world. You see, this space was
newly created. Daisuke hadn't had the time to give it an appearance, and even if he did, he kind of liked
it all dark like this. In this place one could not even see themselves. They merely sensed. Daisuke
tensed up when he heard footsteps coming towards him. He had forgotten he couldn't see anything here.
\relax\ The gentle command was meant to be obeyed. And Daisuke did. The teen could tell that the other
had knelt down beside him. A warm breath tickled his cheek and Daisuke fought down the blush caused
by the closeness with this complete stranger. The thought stranger crossed Daisuke's mind. ^ You aren't
a stranger, are you.^ It was a statement, not a question. Nevertheless, the other responded. \That's
right.\ The comforting presence was directly in front of him, and very VERY close. So close in fact, that
Daisuke now knew he smiled. How? He felt the other's lips lift into a small smirk. A gentle movement of
the other's lips against his own. Usually Daisuke would freak out or blush uncontrollably, but, for some
reason, he did neither. It wasn't necessary, and such a reaction wasn't wanted. The feeling was
comfortable and undemanding. Daisuke opened his eyes. They were so heavy though, that if there were
light, all one would see would be a small flutter. Tiny slits looked up. Tiny slits widened. Red clashed with
red. The other smiled and pecked the redhead on the cheek. \sleep now.\ Daisuke was tired, but he
didn't want to leave. He wanted answers. Again Daisuke gained another smile from his companion. \we
can talk later\ With that the other pushed Daisuke back and when he landed it was in his bed.

At Daisuke's House

Expressive rubies were revealed as Daisuke opened his eyes. Looking around he recognized his room.
~DAISUKE!~ Daisuke blinked. Maybe he could get some info. ^Ohayo Dark.^ Daisuke was surprised to
hear the Kaitou sigh. ~ You are alright then~ Dark was worried. ^ne, .....what happened Dark?^ The
handsome thief paused, choosing his words before proceeding. ~ Well, one minute we were talking and
the next we weren't.~ This answer didn't satisfy Daisuke. ^What does that mean?^ The thief paused.
~You really don't know?~ To this Daisuke shook his head. ~ well, we were talking, and, then.....you
just.....stopped. It was creepy. Your mind went blank. I couldn't sense a thought. You were just......a body.
You walked home and up the stairs to your room. Then you sat down and that was it.~ ^..........that's all?^
~ Yeah. But you see, I couldn't sense you. It was like you had-~ Dark paused. ~.....like you had died~
After that whispered end Dark became quiet. Daisuke could tell he was blocking his mind off, he knew
Dark was hiding something. ^Dark? What's going on?^ ~*laugh* We're going shopping!!!!~ At this
Daisuke sweatdropped, knowing exactly what he meant. Emiko was sending them to steal something.
Yet, Daisuke knew that Dark was avoiding the question. Oh well. He knew no matter how hard he tried,
Dark wouldn't talk. Dark was stubborn. He wouldn't let it go forever tho. Just for now.

That night

While Dark was stealing, Daisuke was asking himself why he didn't tell Dark about the presence. Yet,
even though he knew he should, he didn't want to. It was some secret meant just for him. Then again, it
could end up being something dangerous. However, Daisuke wasn't able to dwell on this subject long.
He had to warn Dark to get home before Satoshi got to them.

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Gomen this was so short too. I promise promise PROMISE the next will be longer. AND it will be here
soon. If I don't keep these promises I'll give you all front row seats to see Dark and Satoshi wrestle in a
pool of jello.
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