Hey all! *sees readers angry faces* Umm.......*runs*
Kali Vulpix: Well, since IV took off, I get stuck answering reviews.
Ryamon: Don't worry KV, she left you cue cards!!!
Kali Vulpix: *sweatdrops* oh joy, cue cards. Well, first thing, answer reviews. Ok then.
PA and DA: Poor Tai, I know. (KV: You did this to him IV.) Danny must die! I love foreboding and stuff. It's fun. Sorry I didn't update sooner.
vialana: Sorry! I was possessed. (KV: By what, a squirrel?) Danny's evil. Drama and angst are hard for me to write. I don't know if I want Tai to have psychological trauma. But it's kinda late for that. It wasn't necessary, just sort of happened. Unfortunately, Yama's reaction won't be known until the 3rd story. Do I still get a giant cookie? (KV: Only if you share it with me.)
Aero-Grrl: Aluminum bat or wooden? Feel free to bash him all you want. Sorry it was evil. *Cries* I had fun. Glad you love the story.
Sillie: All your questions shall be answered in the 3rd story.
Ninetales122: Poor Tai. I feel bad now. (KV: Yea right.) Glad you love it too.
Gay Witch: He was raped. It won't TOTALLY ruin it. Things will get better in the 3rd story. And what's wrong with Mimi?
nEo-cHaN: I think everyone knew something was gonna happen. Thanks. And you can hit my yami. (KV: WHAT? IV I'LL GET YOU FOR EVEN THINKING OF THAT!)
Angel Chick2: Glad you loved it. And feel free to do whatever you wish to Danny. I don't need him anymore. I updated. =D
CCPheonix: Calm down CC, um...things'll get better in story 3. And my double can take all the torture for me. Otherwise I can't continue writing and make things good again. (KV: WHY DO YOU INSIST ON KILLING ME?) Sorry Patamon. I won, yea. I updated as soon as I could and it'll get better. Be patient.
Enigma1: Glad you love it. Glad you like my OCs. Here's the next chapter. I live for cliffhangers. =D
Dark Fox: Yea, poor Tai. I feel bad now! *cries*
Redvind: DON"T KILL ME!!! KILL Kali VULPIX! (KV: STOP TRYING TO KILL ME!) REMEMBER, YOU PEOPLE NEED ME TO MAKE THINGS BETTER. You can't kill me yet. Anyways, Tai is too cute, and he gets in trouble for it. You never know what I'll come up with. I'll fix it in story 3 I promise. Just don't shoot me.
lampshadesrgreat: Cliffy's are evil.....that's why I love 'em. Matt will find out eventually. 3rd stories. No more answers.
Bandit-Lone-Wolf: I don't like Danny either. No one does. It's ok to be lazy. I am most of the time. (KV: Got that right!)
Kali Vulpix: All right, since IV still hasn't come back, I got more announcements from her. First, she started a new Taito and Takesuke fic called Tai's Driving Can be Hazardous To Our Health. If you haven't read and reviewed it yet, you should. She would appreciate it very much. Second, the story's getting closer to the end. But never fear, there will be a 3rd story to follow this one to tie up all the angst and bring on fluff. I think that's about it. Well, read the bottom notes and stuff. Enjoy!
**************************************************************************** ** I should report child abuse on my dad. He dragged me to France against my own will. All right, so maybe child abuse is a bit of a stretch. But still, I didn't want to come here in the first place. I mean, I love my grandparents and all, but they live in the friggin' Stone Age or something. They have the phone and TV, but no computer. I'm here for 2 more weeks with no way of getting in contact with Tai. I forgot the address, so I can't send him snailmail. All in all....
"This officially sucks." I sighed and got off of my bed. I wandered downstairs and headed for the front door.
"Where do you think you're going?" My dad asked from his seat in the living room.
"Just gonna go for a walk. Be back later." I replied and walked out the door. Besides the fact that I have no clue where I'm going, I am so sore all over. You try carrying in luggage the night after dragging around Jamie's drums. Swear those things gave me a hernia. And that was almost a week ago. Then again, I've been moving stuff around at my Grandmother's house. So I feel like I need a break from activity....boredom...TK. Which is why I'm walking in the park. For some reason, parks make me feel relaxed and comfortable.
"Probably because I always go to the park with Tai." I said aloud. I wandered around aimlessly musing over Tai. Suddenly I crashed right into someone else. A female someone who was now sprawled on the ground.
"Excusez- moi." She said and picked herself up from the ground.
"C'est d'accord. Je desolee'." I replied and got off of the ground as well. She smiled and extended her hand.
"Bonjour. Tu appelle comment?" she asked me.
"Je m'appelle Matt. Tu parle anglais?" I asked.
"Yes." She replied.
"Thank god. I don't speak that much French." I said in relief. She laughed.
"I could tell. The French you do speak is kind of garbled together." She replied and stuck out her hand.
"My name is Tawny Kay Griply, but you can call me TK." I nodded and shook her hand.
"Pleasure to meet you Tawny."
"Please, call me TK."
"I'd rather not." She looked rather offended.
"And why not?" She glared at me. I gritted my teeth to avoid yelling at her.
"Because my little brother's name is TK. And it's actually short for his first name, not his first and middle name." I replied and started walking. She proceeded to follow me.
"Sorry. Hey, you wanna come to the mall with me?" I turned to look at her.
"There's actually a mall in this place?" I asked suspiciously.
"Well yea, I mean, this IS Paris. Paris has everything." She replied and led me to the mall.
"What are we gonna do?" I asked as I followed her.
"Hook up with some of my friends. Then I guess just wing it." She responded and walked over to a group of kids our age.
"Hey all." Tawny greeted them.
"About time you got here." A girl replied and stood up.
"Sorry."
"Who's this?" another girl asked. Tawny smiled brightly.
"This is Matt. My new boyfriend." She said proudly. Wait, boyfriend?
"Since when am I-" I started to say before she kicked me in the shin. Tawny gave another smile and started introducing people.
"Ok, this is Madison, Mckel, Kylie, Toby, Tyler, and Missy." She pointed out everyone. I didn't say anything and simply nodded.
"Cool. So can we go somewhere now?" Toby asked impatiently.
"Yea, please. My butt is sore from waiting for Ms. Tardy here." Tyler added. Everyone got up and started walking down the mall strip, Tawny holding my arm the whole time.
"Hey guys, can we go in here?" Mckel asked suddenly and pointed at a store. Without waiting for an answer she went inside with Kylie, Madison, Missy, and Tawny. I honestly tried to leave, but it's hard having a human leech attached to you. While the girls were shopping around, I was checking out the store, listening to the music. Suddenly I stopped walking and gaped at a sign hanging in front of my face.
"What's wrong Matt?" Tawny asked me. I didn't respond and kept staring at the picture. The green soccer tank, the flares, the tanned skin, perfect brown eyes......everything I longed for since June.
"Isn't he hot?" Tawny asked the girls who had now gathered around me.
"Who?" Kylie asked, looking between the picture and me.
"The guy in the picture, duh." Tawny sighed dreamily. I glared at her darkly and stifled a growl.
"His name is Tai Kamiya." I said slowly.
"You know about him?" Missy asked me.
"He's my best friend. Has been for years." I said in a low voice.
"He is totally hot." Mckel replied.
"Think you could introduce me to him sometime?" Missy asked me.
"First of all, he normally lives in Japan with me. Second, he's already taken." I said and stormed out of the store. Toby and Tyler were playing in the arcade across from A&F. I couldn't tell which one was playing and which was sitting. They're twins and look too damn much alike!
"Hey Tyler, got an extra quarter?" That answered my question. Tyler threw a quarter at his brother and turned his focus to me.
"Girls finally drive you over the edge?" Tyler grinned.
"Yea, just a bit." I replied and sat down next to him.
"Well, welcome to our world." Toby said without looking up.
"How can you guys stand it?" I asked.
"Simple. It's just Tawny that drives us nuts. The rest of the chicks are cool." He replied.
"Feel sorry for you, I mean, you're her boyfriend now." Tyler added.
"I am NOT her boyfriend. I just met her like, 20 minutes ago." I said defensively. Toby and Tyler looked at eachother and shook their heads.
"Slut-tron strikes again." They said simultaneously.
"What?"
"Tawny is one of those girls who has a new boyfriend almost every week. She does it to impress people, but it doesn't work." Tyler explained.
"She's just a slut. She'll dump you in two weeks max." Toby added.
"In two weeks I won't even be here."
"Why not?" Tyler asked.
"Because I'll be going back home."
"Where do you live?" Toby asked as he sat down with us.
"Japan."
"What are you doing here if you live in Japan?" Tyler gaped at me.
"Grandparents." I shrugged.
"Well, then you have no problems. Tawny's just a mean bit-"
"Hey guys!" Tawny said cheerfully while cutting Toby off.
"Can we go now?" Tyler asked and stood up.
"Of course. It starts in 20 minutes." Kylie replied and sauntered up to him.
"Where we going?" Toby asked.
"Movies, remember? Pirates of the Caribbean...like we agreed on 2 days ago." Madison said teasingly and started walking towards the multi-plex. (A/N: I just saw that movie last week, so go figure. IT WAS A GOOD MOVIE TOO! Ryamon: IV, no one cares about what you thought of it.)
"Come on Mattie." Tawny cooed and hooked onto me again.
"Only one person is allowed to call me Mattie." I mumbled. 'And it sure as hell ain't you.' I thought darkly. We arrived at the box office in good time. Then I thought of the perfect way to get out of this.
"Oh man, I didn't bring any cash. Guess I can't go. See you guys later." I said and started walking the opposite direction.
"Oh no you don't. Toby, I know you have enough money. Pay for Matt's ticket would you?" Tawny said and paid for her own.
"Well, what about Madison's? That's why I brought extra money." He argued with her.
"Madison can pay for her own." She shot back.
"Tawny, in case you've forgotten, I'm officially broke. As in, I'm poor. As in, barely enough money in the family to pay the rent." Madison replied hotly.
"Then why are you even here?" Tawny hissed slowly and menacing.
"How about this? Toby can pay for Madison and I'll pay for Matt. Dad gave me extra money." Tyler suddenly jumped in.
"Fine whatever." Tawny rolled her eyes and went inside.
"Evil whore." Madison cursed under her breath.
"Chill out Mads. It's no big deal." Toby said calmly.
"No big deal? It's a very big deal. Stupid evil bitch thinks she can push me around." Madison growled, very close to tears. Toby wrapped his arms around the quiet blonde.
"Ignore her ok? She's an evil bitch like you said. And besides, who cares? Eventually she'll get screwed by some guy who'll leave her and we can all laugh." Toby said. Madison grinned and nodded.
"That's true." Toby nodded and led her inside.
"Are those two going out?" I asked Tyler as we bought our tickets.
"Nah, but Toby likes her." He replied as we walked inside.
"Then why don't they go out?"
"Because Toby doesn't want to ask and Maddy is too stubborn to admit she likes him." He explained and we walked towards the others.
"About time guys. Movie's about to start!" Kylie said and pulled Tyler into the theater. The rest of us followed and sat down. On the end was Mckel, then Madison, then Toby, then Kylie, then Tyler, then me, then Tawny, then Missy on the other end. We sat in the dark, watching previews for other movies. Soon it started rolling.
"This movie is so cool." Tyler said to me.
"Have you already seen it?" he nodded in response.
"Tob and I saw it last week."
"Then why see it again?" I asked.
"Because Kylie wanted to, so did the rest of them." I nodded and turned back to the screen. I felt something by my hand but didn't really think of it. As I watched the movie, the something by my hand kept moving. I looked down suddenly and saw Tawny's hand REALLY close to my ass.
"What do you think you're doing?" I asked her as I jerked my hand away.
"Nothing." She smiled what she thought was a seductive smile. Except it looked more like a toad. I shook my head and started watching the movie again. We were at the part when the pirates become skeletons when Tawny went crazy. She screamed and buried her face into my shoulder.
"I can't watch Matt. I'm scared." She said pitifully. I rolled my eyes and pushed her off of my shoulder.
"Get over it. You're the only one who's scared." I snorted and turned my attention to the movie again. Suddenly the monkey came on the screen, scaring the lady in the movie and Tawny. She was now practically sitting in my lap.
"Get the hell off of me. For gods sakes, it's a movie." I pushed her back into her own chair.
"Don't you want to comfort me though?" she batted her eyelashes.
"Not really." I murmured and watched the movie again. It was like that through the whole movie. She put her head on my shoulder, so I shook her off. She tried whispering in my ear, so I pushed her away. It was at the end that she went too far. The characters in the movie kissed and she tried to kiss me. Now that DEFINATLY went over the line. I slapped her away.
"Matt, why are you so mean?" Tawny pouted as we walked out of the theater.
"Well.....why are you such a slut?" I asked her. She looked a bit taken- back, but recovered quickly.
"I'm not a slut. I can't help it if everyone finds me very attractive and wants me." She said flirtatiously. I was about to reply when Madison spoke up.
"Tawny get over yourself." She said to her.
"Excuse me? I thought I heard something. Must be the wind." She ignored Madison. Madison walked closer and looked at her.
"First of all, you don't have guys wanting you. You force them to date you. Secondly, they don't find you attractive, just easy to sleep with. And last, you're too fat to be wearing such skanky clothes. So I advice you to stop before you make someone blind." Madison said cooly. Tawny was absolutely fuming. She pounced on Madison and pinned her to the ground. She started punching her and Madison started fighting back. They stood up and continued fighting. Tawny stood up and stopped the fight.
"This isn't over, Madison. So watch your back." She said and walked off. Toby ran over to Madison who was now on the ground.
"Mads, Mads talk to me." He lifted her up. She slowly came back to consciousness.
"Damn bitch." She cussed and felt her wounds.
"We have to treat her cuts and bruises." Toby said.
"Follow me. My grandparents' house isn't far from here." I said and started walking. Toby started to follow me.
"You guys go on home. Ty, tell dad I went somewhere." He called over his shoulder and carried Madison back to the house. I opened the door and walked inside.
"Grandma? Grandpa? Dad?" I called through the house.
"They left a little while ago." TK answered me as he came out of the living room.
"That's good." I said and walked up to the bathroom with Toby still behind me.
"Take her into the room across the hall. I'll be right there." I said. Toby nodded and walked into my room. TK followed me into the bathroom.
"What happened?" he asked as he helped me grab stuff.
"Madison stood up for herself and got her ass kicked for it." I growled.
"Who's Madison?" he asked as we walked back into my room.
"That's Madison. And this is Toby. Guys, this is my brother TK." I introduced them and sat on the bed next to Madison, who was now sitting up and out of Toby's arms.
"That's the last time I ever mouth off to people bigger then me." She winced as I cleaned a cut on her forehead.
"You tried. Holy cow, you were on a role. It was SO funny to watch her react." Toby grinned.
"Yea, and I'm guessing every bit of it was true." I added as I placed bandages all over her arms.
"Yup. She just doesn't want to admit it." She said.
"Does anyone even really like her?" I asked.
"Missy. Everybody else feels sorry for her or are friends with Missy." Toby replied. I nodded and handed Madison an icepack for her eye.
"That's about all I can do." I shrugged.
"Thanks Matt. We'll leave now." She got up slowly and pulled Toby behind her.
"We'll see ya around." Toby called back as he walked away. The sound of the slamming door was soon heard.
"Well, that was interesting." TK broke the silence.
"Whatever." I walked out of the room and down to the living room. TK still followed me and sat down in the recliner. I flipped on the TV and he was reading his magazine and drinking a soda. Suddenly he started choking.
"Dude, are you ok?" I asked alarmed and started pounding him on the back.
"Matt, look at this." TK breathed out and shoved his magazine in my hand.
"Male Model Frenzy?" I read the title of the article.
"That's not all. Look at the pictures and interview." TK pointed out. I sat down again and started reading the article.
~ When people hear the word model, they think skinny females in hot outfits. But what about the male models? Why do they never get credit for their work? Because they never get recognized. So we decided to get the inside scoop on the male model world with hot new supermodel Tai Kamiya.
Bethany: So Tai, what's it like being a model?
Tai: Um, I actually can't describe it very well. I'm one of those people who loves being the center of attention. So being a model was a great opportunity for me. It's super cool.
Bethany: What did you do before you were a model?
Tai: I played a lot of soccer mostly. Played a bunch of different sports
Bethany: What made you go from a jock to a model?
Tai: Well, it all started back in May. My friend Sora wanted me to enter a male model contest at our hometown. To make a long story short, I won, Mark Fletcher found me, and I got drafted into the summer modeling program.
Bethany: How is being a male model different then being a female model?
Tai: It's not, besides that Mark favors the girls more.
Bethany: How long do you think you'll be a model?
Tai: I'm not too sure. I want to continue modeling during my summers, but then go back home for the rest of the year.
Bethany: Is there anyone special at home you're so anxious to return to?
Tai: Yes. Mostly my friends and family.
Bethany: Any relationships at the moment.
Tai: I currently am in a relationship.
Bethany: Do you enjoy modeling?
Tai: Definitely. When my friends first suggested that I be in the model contest, I laughed like an idiot. I never thought I would like it this much. But I'm glad they made me enter the contest.
Bethany: Why did they make you enter the contest?
Tai: No comment on that one.
Bethany: What's it like to know people like Mimi Tachikawa?
Tai: Actually, Mimi and I have been friends for almost 5 years, even before she was a model. She's the one who helped get me into the draft.
Bethany: Are you ready to be a world model?
Tai: I'm always up for a good challenge. ~
The article had pictures of Tai at his shoots, hanging out with Mimi and some other people and just ordinary shots. I handed the magazine back to TK and grinned.
"Sounds like our jock friend is famous for his looks." I grinned and changed the channel on the TV.
"He looks good in pictures though. What's that called?" TK asked as he looked at the photos.
"It's called being photogenic." I rolled my eyes and looked at the screen. I had no clue what I was watching, some dumb soap opera. I was waiting for it to end so I could watch the movie that was coming on after it. The soap opera ended and it went into a commercial break.
"Matt, is that Tai?" TK asked me. I looked back at the screen and stared. I've never seen an A&F commercial before, yet there was one right before my eyes. (A/N: I've never seen an A&F commercial ever either.) My Tai was running on a soccer field in that same soccer shirt and athletic shorts. Brutal match being played and at the end, the 3 boys including Tai posed while they showed prices and stuff.
"Jeeze, he's been gone for only 2 months and he's already got TV commercials and interviews!" I exclaimed.
"And a billboard." TK added.
"Yea and a billboard." I said. Then I did a double take.
"Wait, what billboard?" I asked him.
"Kari said that there's a billboard across from the arcade and it's Tai's. Look, she sent a picture." He reached into one of his many pockets and handed me a photo. You could tell where the picture was taken. Underneath the billboard was the flower shop Sora's mom owned. He had a pair of khaki cargo pants on along with a blue striped polo shirt.
"Man, wonder if Tai knows how popular he's become." TK said in awe and took away the picture.
"Well, like he said in his interview, he likes being the center of attention." I said and walked upstairs.
"Aren't you going to watch the movie?" TK called after me.
"Nah. Call me when dinner's ready or something." I said and shut my bedroom door. I stayed locked up in my room for a long time. I finally came out at about 10pm from boredom. Everyone else was already asleep or in their room. I flopped down on the couch and grabbed the magazine again. I flipped back to the article about Tai and looked at his pictures.
"He looks happy. Wonder if he'll actually wanna come home." I smirked. I looked at the pictures even closer.
"He's always got that smile of his on." I mused some more. Then I looked down at the biggest picture. I examined every part of his face and upper body as they showed. I glanced at his neck and saw a small spot. I looked closer and grinned happily.
"Yep, he'll definitely come home." I looked at the picture one last time. The perfect hair, the gorgeous eyes, the tanned skin......and his ring around his neck, still on its chain.
**************************************************************************** ** Who here didn't like Tawny? *raises hand* Aw yes, another person modeled after people I know. All right guys, I have two more chapters then I am finished with this story. Then like I said, if you guys want, I'll make it a trilogy. Make a 3rd story after this with Taito fluff.
Ryamon: I LIKE FLUFF!
I know you do. Which is why if people want it, I'll make most of the 3rd story fluff.
Kali Vulpix: You're going soft with these people you know that?
Nah, I'm just happy. I'm on 21 people's favorite author list. I feel so special.
Kali Vulpix and Ryamon: ED!
So what? Ok, so here's how things are gonna work now. For right now and when I write the 3rd story too, I'll write one chapter for the model series. Then I'll write one chapter for my Taito/Takesuke fic. Which BTW, if you haven't read it, please do and review please? It's my latest idea.
Kali Vulpix: You have a lot of new ideas huh?
Yep. But I need to finish all of the stuff I started first.
Ryamon: So chop chop!
Whatever Ryamon. Bai peeps, see y'all laterz!
Kali Vulpix: Well, since IV took off, I get stuck answering reviews.
Ryamon: Don't worry KV, she left you cue cards!!!
Kali Vulpix: *sweatdrops* oh joy, cue cards. Well, first thing, answer reviews. Ok then.
PA and DA: Poor Tai, I know. (KV: You did this to him IV.) Danny must die! I love foreboding and stuff. It's fun. Sorry I didn't update sooner.
vialana: Sorry! I was possessed. (KV: By what, a squirrel?) Danny's evil. Drama and angst are hard for me to write. I don't know if I want Tai to have psychological trauma. But it's kinda late for that. It wasn't necessary, just sort of happened. Unfortunately, Yama's reaction won't be known until the 3rd story. Do I still get a giant cookie? (KV: Only if you share it with me.)
Aero-Grrl: Aluminum bat or wooden? Feel free to bash him all you want. Sorry it was evil. *Cries* I had fun. Glad you love the story.
Sillie: All your questions shall be answered in the 3rd story.
Ninetales122: Poor Tai. I feel bad now. (KV: Yea right.) Glad you love it too.
Gay Witch: He was raped. It won't TOTALLY ruin it. Things will get better in the 3rd story. And what's wrong with Mimi?
nEo-cHaN: I think everyone knew something was gonna happen. Thanks. And you can hit my yami. (KV: WHAT? IV I'LL GET YOU FOR EVEN THINKING OF THAT!)
Angel Chick2: Glad you loved it. And feel free to do whatever you wish to Danny. I don't need him anymore. I updated. =D
CCPheonix: Calm down CC, um...things'll get better in story 3. And my double can take all the torture for me. Otherwise I can't continue writing and make things good again. (KV: WHY DO YOU INSIST ON KILLING ME?) Sorry Patamon. I won, yea. I updated as soon as I could and it'll get better. Be patient.
Enigma1: Glad you love it. Glad you like my OCs. Here's the next chapter. I live for cliffhangers. =D
Dark Fox: Yea, poor Tai. I feel bad now! *cries*
Redvind: DON"T KILL ME!!! KILL Kali VULPIX! (KV: STOP TRYING TO KILL ME!) REMEMBER, YOU PEOPLE NEED ME TO MAKE THINGS BETTER. You can't kill me yet. Anyways, Tai is too cute, and he gets in trouble for it. You never know what I'll come up with. I'll fix it in story 3 I promise. Just don't shoot me.
lampshadesrgreat: Cliffy's are evil.....that's why I love 'em. Matt will find out eventually. 3rd stories. No more answers.
Bandit-Lone-Wolf: I don't like Danny either. No one does. It's ok to be lazy. I am most of the time. (KV: Got that right!)
Kali Vulpix: All right, since IV still hasn't come back, I got more announcements from her. First, she started a new Taito and Takesuke fic called Tai's Driving Can be Hazardous To Our Health. If you haven't read and reviewed it yet, you should. She would appreciate it very much. Second, the story's getting closer to the end. But never fear, there will be a 3rd story to follow this one to tie up all the angst and bring on fluff. I think that's about it. Well, read the bottom notes and stuff. Enjoy!
**************************************************************************** ** I should report child abuse on my dad. He dragged me to France against my own will. All right, so maybe child abuse is a bit of a stretch. But still, I didn't want to come here in the first place. I mean, I love my grandparents and all, but they live in the friggin' Stone Age or something. They have the phone and TV, but no computer. I'm here for 2 more weeks with no way of getting in contact with Tai. I forgot the address, so I can't send him snailmail. All in all....
"This officially sucks." I sighed and got off of my bed. I wandered downstairs and headed for the front door.
"Where do you think you're going?" My dad asked from his seat in the living room.
"Just gonna go for a walk. Be back later." I replied and walked out the door. Besides the fact that I have no clue where I'm going, I am so sore all over. You try carrying in luggage the night after dragging around Jamie's drums. Swear those things gave me a hernia. And that was almost a week ago. Then again, I've been moving stuff around at my Grandmother's house. So I feel like I need a break from activity....boredom...TK. Which is why I'm walking in the park. For some reason, parks make me feel relaxed and comfortable.
"Probably because I always go to the park with Tai." I said aloud. I wandered around aimlessly musing over Tai. Suddenly I crashed right into someone else. A female someone who was now sprawled on the ground.
"Excusez- moi." She said and picked herself up from the ground.
"C'est d'accord. Je desolee'." I replied and got off of the ground as well. She smiled and extended her hand.
"Bonjour. Tu appelle comment?" she asked me.
"Je m'appelle Matt. Tu parle anglais?" I asked.
"Yes." She replied.
"Thank god. I don't speak that much French." I said in relief. She laughed.
"I could tell. The French you do speak is kind of garbled together." She replied and stuck out her hand.
"My name is Tawny Kay Griply, but you can call me TK." I nodded and shook her hand.
"Pleasure to meet you Tawny."
"Please, call me TK."
"I'd rather not." She looked rather offended.
"And why not?" She glared at me. I gritted my teeth to avoid yelling at her.
"Because my little brother's name is TK. And it's actually short for his first name, not his first and middle name." I replied and started walking. She proceeded to follow me.
"Sorry. Hey, you wanna come to the mall with me?" I turned to look at her.
"There's actually a mall in this place?" I asked suspiciously.
"Well yea, I mean, this IS Paris. Paris has everything." She replied and led me to the mall.
"What are we gonna do?" I asked as I followed her.
"Hook up with some of my friends. Then I guess just wing it." She responded and walked over to a group of kids our age.
"Hey all." Tawny greeted them.
"About time you got here." A girl replied and stood up.
"Sorry."
"Who's this?" another girl asked. Tawny smiled brightly.
"This is Matt. My new boyfriend." She said proudly. Wait, boyfriend?
"Since when am I-" I started to say before she kicked me in the shin. Tawny gave another smile and started introducing people.
"Ok, this is Madison, Mckel, Kylie, Toby, Tyler, and Missy." She pointed out everyone. I didn't say anything and simply nodded.
"Cool. So can we go somewhere now?" Toby asked impatiently.
"Yea, please. My butt is sore from waiting for Ms. Tardy here." Tyler added. Everyone got up and started walking down the mall strip, Tawny holding my arm the whole time.
"Hey guys, can we go in here?" Mckel asked suddenly and pointed at a store. Without waiting for an answer she went inside with Kylie, Madison, Missy, and Tawny. I honestly tried to leave, but it's hard having a human leech attached to you. While the girls were shopping around, I was checking out the store, listening to the music. Suddenly I stopped walking and gaped at a sign hanging in front of my face.
"What's wrong Matt?" Tawny asked me. I didn't respond and kept staring at the picture. The green soccer tank, the flares, the tanned skin, perfect brown eyes......everything I longed for since June.
"Isn't he hot?" Tawny asked the girls who had now gathered around me.
"Who?" Kylie asked, looking between the picture and me.
"The guy in the picture, duh." Tawny sighed dreamily. I glared at her darkly and stifled a growl.
"His name is Tai Kamiya." I said slowly.
"You know about him?" Missy asked me.
"He's my best friend. Has been for years." I said in a low voice.
"He is totally hot." Mckel replied.
"Think you could introduce me to him sometime?" Missy asked me.
"First of all, he normally lives in Japan with me. Second, he's already taken." I said and stormed out of the store. Toby and Tyler were playing in the arcade across from A&F. I couldn't tell which one was playing and which was sitting. They're twins and look too damn much alike!
"Hey Tyler, got an extra quarter?" That answered my question. Tyler threw a quarter at his brother and turned his focus to me.
"Girls finally drive you over the edge?" Tyler grinned.
"Yea, just a bit." I replied and sat down next to him.
"Well, welcome to our world." Toby said without looking up.
"How can you guys stand it?" I asked.
"Simple. It's just Tawny that drives us nuts. The rest of the chicks are cool." He replied.
"Feel sorry for you, I mean, you're her boyfriend now." Tyler added.
"I am NOT her boyfriend. I just met her like, 20 minutes ago." I said defensively. Toby and Tyler looked at eachother and shook their heads.
"Slut-tron strikes again." They said simultaneously.
"What?"
"Tawny is one of those girls who has a new boyfriend almost every week. She does it to impress people, but it doesn't work." Tyler explained.
"She's just a slut. She'll dump you in two weeks max." Toby added.
"In two weeks I won't even be here."
"Why not?" Tyler asked.
"Because I'll be going back home."
"Where do you live?" Toby asked as he sat down with us.
"Japan."
"What are you doing here if you live in Japan?" Tyler gaped at me.
"Grandparents." I shrugged.
"Well, then you have no problems. Tawny's just a mean bit-"
"Hey guys!" Tawny said cheerfully while cutting Toby off.
"Can we go now?" Tyler asked and stood up.
"Of course. It starts in 20 minutes." Kylie replied and sauntered up to him.
"Where we going?" Toby asked.
"Movies, remember? Pirates of the Caribbean...like we agreed on 2 days ago." Madison said teasingly and started walking towards the multi-plex. (A/N: I just saw that movie last week, so go figure. IT WAS A GOOD MOVIE TOO! Ryamon: IV, no one cares about what you thought of it.)
"Come on Mattie." Tawny cooed and hooked onto me again.
"Only one person is allowed to call me Mattie." I mumbled. 'And it sure as hell ain't you.' I thought darkly. We arrived at the box office in good time. Then I thought of the perfect way to get out of this.
"Oh man, I didn't bring any cash. Guess I can't go. See you guys later." I said and started walking the opposite direction.
"Oh no you don't. Toby, I know you have enough money. Pay for Matt's ticket would you?" Tawny said and paid for her own.
"Well, what about Madison's? That's why I brought extra money." He argued with her.
"Madison can pay for her own." She shot back.
"Tawny, in case you've forgotten, I'm officially broke. As in, I'm poor. As in, barely enough money in the family to pay the rent." Madison replied hotly.
"Then why are you even here?" Tawny hissed slowly and menacing.
"How about this? Toby can pay for Madison and I'll pay for Matt. Dad gave me extra money." Tyler suddenly jumped in.
"Fine whatever." Tawny rolled her eyes and went inside.
"Evil whore." Madison cursed under her breath.
"Chill out Mads. It's no big deal." Toby said calmly.
"No big deal? It's a very big deal. Stupid evil bitch thinks she can push me around." Madison growled, very close to tears. Toby wrapped his arms around the quiet blonde.
"Ignore her ok? She's an evil bitch like you said. And besides, who cares? Eventually she'll get screwed by some guy who'll leave her and we can all laugh." Toby said. Madison grinned and nodded.
"That's true." Toby nodded and led her inside.
"Are those two going out?" I asked Tyler as we bought our tickets.
"Nah, but Toby likes her." He replied as we walked inside.
"Then why don't they go out?"
"Because Toby doesn't want to ask and Maddy is too stubborn to admit she likes him." He explained and we walked towards the others.
"About time guys. Movie's about to start!" Kylie said and pulled Tyler into the theater. The rest of us followed and sat down. On the end was Mckel, then Madison, then Toby, then Kylie, then Tyler, then me, then Tawny, then Missy on the other end. We sat in the dark, watching previews for other movies. Soon it started rolling.
"This movie is so cool." Tyler said to me.
"Have you already seen it?" he nodded in response.
"Tob and I saw it last week."
"Then why see it again?" I asked.
"Because Kylie wanted to, so did the rest of them." I nodded and turned back to the screen. I felt something by my hand but didn't really think of it. As I watched the movie, the something by my hand kept moving. I looked down suddenly and saw Tawny's hand REALLY close to my ass.
"What do you think you're doing?" I asked her as I jerked my hand away.
"Nothing." She smiled what she thought was a seductive smile. Except it looked more like a toad. I shook my head and started watching the movie again. We were at the part when the pirates become skeletons when Tawny went crazy. She screamed and buried her face into my shoulder.
"I can't watch Matt. I'm scared." She said pitifully. I rolled my eyes and pushed her off of my shoulder.
"Get over it. You're the only one who's scared." I snorted and turned my attention to the movie again. Suddenly the monkey came on the screen, scaring the lady in the movie and Tawny. She was now practically sitting in my lap.
"Get the hell off of me. For gods sakes, it's a movie." I pushed her back into her own chair.
"Don't you want to comfort me though?" she batted her eyelashes.
"Not really." I murmured and watched the movie again. It was like that through the whole movie. She put her head on my shoulder, so I shook her off. She tried whispering in my ear, so I pushed her away. It was at the end that she went too far. The characters in the movie kissed and she tried to kiss me. Now that DEFINATLY went over the line. I slapped her away.
"Matt, why are you so mean?" Tawny pouted as we walked out of the theater.
"Well.....why are you such a slut?" I asked her. She looked a bit taken- back, but recovered quickly.
"I'm not a slut. I can't help it if everyone finds me very attractive and wants me." She said flirtatiously. I was about to reply when Madison spoke up.
"Tawny get over yourself." She said to her.
"Excuse me? I thought I heard something. Must be the wind." She ignored Madison. Madison walked closer and looked at her.
"First of all, you don't have guys wanting you. You force them to date you. Secondly, they don't find you attractive, just easy to sleep with. And last, you're too fat to be wearing such skanky clothes. So I advice you to stop before you make someone blind." Madison said cooly. Tawny was absolutely fuming. She pounced on Madison and pinned her to the ground. She started punching her and Madison started fighting back. They stood up and continued fighting. Tawny stood up and stopped the fight.
"This isn't over, Madison. So watch your back." She said and walked off. Toby ran over to Madison who was now on the ground.
"Mads, Mads talk to me." He lifted her up. She slowly came back to consciousness.
"Damn bitch." She cussed and felt her wounds.
"We have to treat her cuts and bruises." Toby said.
"Follow me. My grandparents' house isn't far from here." I said and started walking. Toby started to follow me.
"You guys go on home. Ty, tell dad I went somewhere." He called over his shoulder and carried Madison back to the house. I opened the door and walked inside.
"Grandma? Grandpa? Dad?" I called through the house.
"They left a little while ago." TK answered me as he came out of the living room.
"That's good." I said and walked up to the bathroom with Toby still behind me.
"Take her into the room across the hall. I'll be right there." I said. Toby nodded and walked into my room. TK followed me into the bathroom.
"What happened?" he asked as he helped me grab stuff.
"Madison stood up for herself and got her ass kicked for it." I growled.
"Who's Madison?" he asked as we walked back into my room.
"That's Madison. And this is Toby. Guys, this is my brother TK." I introduced them and sat on the bed next to Madison, who was now sitting up and out of Toby's arms.
"That's the last time I ever mouth off to people bigger then me." She winced as I cleaned a cut on her forehead.
"You tried. Holy cow, you were on a role. It was SO funny to watch her react." Toby grinned.
"Yea, and I'm guessing every bit of it was true." I added as I placed bandages all over her arms.
"Yup. She just doesn't want to admit it." She said.
"Does anyone even really like her?" I asked.
"Missy. Everybody else feels sorry for her or are friends with Missy." Toby replied. I nodded and handed Madison an icepack for her eye.
"That's about all I can do." I shrugged.
"Thanks Matt. We'll leave now." She got up slowly and pulled Toby behind her.
"We'll see ya around." Toby called back as he walked away. The sound of the slamming door was soon heard.
"Well, that was interesting." TK broke the silence.
"Whatever." I walked out of the room and down to the living room. TK still followed me and sat down in the recliner. I flipped on the TV and he was reading his magazine and drinking a soda. Suddenly he started choking.
"Dude, are you ok?" I asked alarmed and started pounding him on the back.
"Matt, look at this." TK breathed out and shoved his magazine in my hand.
"Male Model Frenzy?" I read the title of the article.
"That's not all. Look at the pictures and interview." TK pointed out. I sat down again and started reading the article.
~ When people hear the word model, they think skinny females in hot outfits. But what about the male models? Why do they never get credit for their work? Because they never get recognized. So we decided to get the inside scoop on the male model world with hot new supermodel Tai Kamiya.
Bethany: So Tai, what's it like being a model?
Tai: Um, I actually can't describe it very well. I'm one of those people who loves being the center of attention. So being a model was a great opportunity for me. It's super cool.
Bethany: What did you do before you were a model?
Tai: I played a lot of soccer mostly. Played a bunch of different sports
Bethany: What made you go from a jock to a model?
Tai: Well, it all started back in May. My friend Sora wanted me to enter a male model contest at our hometown. To make a long story short, I won, Mark Fletcher found me, and I got drafted into the summer modeling program.
Bethany: How is being a male model different then being a female model?
Tai: It's not, besides that Mark favors the girls more.
Bethany: How long do you think you'll be a model?
Tai: I'm not too sure. I want to continue modeling during my summers, but then go back home for the rest of the year.
Bethany: Is there anyone special at home you're so anxious to return to?
Tai: Yes. Mostly my friends and family.
Bethany: Any relationships at the moment.
Tai: I currently am in a relationship.
Bethany: Do you enjoy modeling?
Tai: Definitely. When my friends first suggested that I be in the model contest, I laughed like an idiot. I never thought I would like it this much. But I'm glad they made me enter the contest.
Bethany: Why did they make you enter the contest?
Tai: No comment on that one.
Bethany: What's it like to know people like Mimi Tachikawa?
Tai: Actually, Mimi and I have been friends for almost 5 years, even before she was a model. She's the one who helped get me into the draft.
Bethany: Are you ready to be a world model?
Tai: I'm always up for a good challenge. ~
The article had pictures of Tai at his shoots, hanging out with Mimi and some other people and just ordinary shots. I handed the magazine back to TK and grinned.
"Sounds like our jock friend is famous for his looks." I grinned and changed the channel on the TV.
"He looks good in pictures though. What's that called?" TK asked as he looked at the photos.
"It's called being photogenic." I rolled my eyes and looked at the screen. I had no clue what I was watching, some dumb soap opera. I was waiting for it to end so I could watch the movie that was coming on after it. The soap opera ended and it went into a commercial break.
"Matt, is that Tai?" TK asked me. I looked back at the screen and stared. I've never seen an A&F commercial before, yet there was one right before my eyes. (A/N: I've never seen an A&F commercial ever either.) My Tai was running on a soccer field in that same soccer shirt and athletic shorts. Brutal match being played and at the end, the 3 boys including Tai posed while they showed prices and stuff.
"Jeeze, he's been gone for only 2 months and he's already got TV commercials and interviews!" I exclaimed.
"And a billboard." TK added.
"Yea and a billboard." I said. Then I did a double take.
"Wait, what billboard?" I asked him.
"Kari said that there's a billboard across from the arcade and it's Tai's. Look, she sent a picture." He reached into one of his many pockets and handed me a photo. You could tell where the picture was taken. Underneath the billboard was the flower shop Sora's mom owned. He had a pair of khaki cargo pants on along with a blue striped polo shirt.
"Man, wonder if Tai knows how popular he's become." TK said in awe and took away the picture.
"Well, like he said in his interview, he likes being the center of attention." I said and walked upstairs.
"Aren't you going to watch the movie?" TK called after me.
"Nah. Call me when dinner's ready or something." I said and shut my bedroom door. I stayed locked up in my room for a long time. I finally came out at about 10pm from boredom. Everyone else was already asleep or in their room. I flopped down on the couch and grabbed the magazine again. I flipped back to the article about Tai and looked at his pictures.
"He looks happy. Wonder if he'll actually wanna come home." I smirked. I looked at the pictures even closer.
"He's always got that smile of his on." I mused some more. Then I looked down at the biggest picture. I examined every part of his face and upper body as they showed. I glanced at his neck and saw a small spot. I looked closer and grinned happily.
"Yep, he'll definitely come home." I looked at the picture one last time. The perfect hair, the gorgeous eyes, the tanned skin......and his ring around his neck, still on its chain.
**************************************************************************** ** Who here didn't like Tawny? *raises hand* Aw yes, another person modeled after people I know. All right guys, I have two more chapters then I am finished with this story. Then like I said, if you guys want, I'll make it a trilogy. Make a 3rd story after this with Taito fluff.
Ryamon: I LIKE FLUFF!
I know you do. Which is why if people want it, I'll make most of the 3rd story fluff.
Kali Vulpix: You're going soft with these people you know that?
Nah, I'm just happy. I'm on 21 people's favorite author list. I feel so special.
Kali Vulpix and Ryamon: ED!
So what? Ok, so here's how things are gonna work now. For right now and when I write the 3rd story too, I'll write one chapter for the model series. Then I'll write one chapter for my Taito/Takesuke fic. Which BTW, if you haven't read it, please do and review please? It's my latest idea.
Kali Vulpix: You have a lot of new ideas huh?
Yep. But I need to finish all of the stuff I started first.
Ryamon: So chop chop!
Whatever Ryamon. Bai peeps, see y'all laterz!