Author's Notes: Konnichiwa minna-san!!! First of all, GOMEN for the late update!!! I was having a lot of troubles lately that was why it took me some time to actually post this. Anyway, thanks for all those who reviewed in the last chapter!!! I really appreciate it. Sank Yuu na!!! And now for my replies…

kaira: Thanx for voting!!! But I'm afraid to say a different scene will happen. Anyway, arigato!!!

FaNTaSY_GuRL: You're review was so far the longest I've read. Don't worry, I understand your review and to tell you the truth I like to thank you really for reminding me about Kae-chan's behavior. I'll try my best to align it more to his real attitude but I'm afraid to say he'll still remain OOC here. About the vote, I'm afraid a different scene will happen. I hope you'll like it!!! Arigato!!!

jess-miranda: *RaVe jumps excitedly* Oh!!! It's jess-miranda-san!!! You know what, you really impressed me!!! Actually, almost all of the ideas you said are VERY MUCH close to the real events that will soon be happening. When I was reading your review, I was really shocked! It was like you were reading my mind! Sugoi!!! Anyway, thanx for the support and I'll try my best to make this fic good enough to read. Arigato!!!

yl: *RaVe blushes beet red* Ano…arigato!!! I'm very much flattered. Never thought someone would actually say that to me. Anyway, thanx for voting!!! I'm really sorry but a different scene will be happening but I hope you like it. Sank Yuu!!!

ryosashi: GOMEN NASAI!!! I'm really sorry if I updated VERY LATE and made you and other guys out there wait. Again, GOMEN!!! Don't worry, they'll end up together. This is a SenRu fic after all. ^-^ And about your idea…You'll see =p

Just read this chap… Arigato!!!

Hibiki-chan: *RaVe waves a wand over Hibiki-sama saying "Wish granted!"* You're right! Aki's going to come to the park. How could he leave HIS Kaede with a different girl anyway, ne? Anyway, thanx for reviewing to my fic always!!! *huggles Hibiki-sama* Arigato!!! By the way, how'd you get your name? Are you a fan of someone named Hibiki?

Abby: *RaVe chokes Abby* You always give me a hard time you know!!! I always tell you to press the enter key!!! Anyway, thanx for the review. I don't need to tell anything to you cause you never failed to call me everyday. Anyway, like promised, I'll be posting our fic today!!! Just search for it okay!!! Ja!!!

Karen: Arigato Karen-san!!! I'm flattered really. Don't worry, I'm doing my best to finish this before classes start. Actually, 3 more chapters to go plus one epilogue and I'm done!!! I'll try my best!!! Arigato!!! Anyway, are you a Filipina or a Filipino?

Well, that's it for the replies!!! Whoa! That was the longest list of reviewers I've had so far. I hope I always get that many reviews. Anyway, I just want to ask you guys a few questions. Does anyone know where I could get a cute picture message or logo of F4? I'm really a big fan of theirs and I'm desperate to have their picture especially Vanness Wu! And if also you know of a good site, please inform me too. ^-^

Anyway, I hope I didn't bother you too much. One more thing, d'you guys remember that I gave a possible title for this chap in my last author' note? Unfortunately, I won't be using that title. For the votes, I juts used it as basis so I hope you understand. Anyway, like to inform you guys that this fic will end in 10 chapters only. No more no less, I guess? By the way, I'm making another SenRu fic as soon as I finish writing this. I hope you'll read it too. As of now, I'm posting a new fic I made with my friend, Abby. It is the Rayearth section entitled 'Love's reflection'. I hope that Rayearth and Umi/Clef fans out there would have time to read this. And now, after the long wait, here's Chapter 6!!!

Standard Disclaimers applied.

You First Believed

by RaVe

Chapter 6: Broken Vow…

~Sendoh's POV~

I lay quietly in bed reminiscing while the song 'unbreakable' played in the background. The sun was already up in the sky with its gentle morning rays illuminating the snow-covered city of Kanagawa but not my frostbitten heart.

Yes, a lot of people may have noticed that I changed lately. I became extremely quiet and absentminded these past few weeks. Everyone was getting worried about me. They all thought I was sick. Well, I could say they're partially correct but my sickness is not physical but emotional. Its not my body that's affected nor needs treatment but my heart; my broken heart.

This all started happening to me 2 weeks ago. There was this certain event that made a deep wound in my heart. An event I will never ever forget…

*Flashback*

I was busy window-shopping when I spotted 2 of my close friends. I smile to myself and rush to their direction. But then, I wished I never have done that since I soon regretted what I heard and saw…

"Here."

"What's this?"

"Just open it and you'll see."

"O~kay…"

"So?"

"Kaede…this is-no, I really can't believe this…I-I don't know…what to say…"

"So?"

"Yes… and thank you. Aishteru Kaede."

"Arigato. Aishteru Ania."

* End of Flashback*

'Aishteru Ania' Those words and that scene kept on haunting me since then. I already knew still a month ago that Ania and Keade were getting pretty close but I never expected that closeness to reach this far. It was way beyond my thinking. I never knew…

I must admit I was getting pretty much ignored by Kaede lately but I didn't mind. I saw him happy and that was all that mattered. But what I didn't know was that my own mistake will be the main cause of my pain now. 'If only… If only I said it earlier, this wouldn't be happening to me…' I thought as I drifted off to sleep.

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I woke up 2 hours later to the sound of the doorbell ringing. I rub my eyes lazily as I rose from bed. It surprised me that my hands were wet afterwards…with tears. I laugh sadly to myself. So, I fell asleep crying huh? After washing my face and making sure that I didn't look like I just cried, I rushed downstairs to answer the door. It turned out that my unexpected guest was my close friend Koshino. I pasted a fake smile on my face and greeted him. "Ohayo Kosh!" I said trying to sound as giddy as I used to be.

Koshino grunted. "You're hopeless Akira."

I look at him confused but he just answered me with an observing stare. I froze for some time as I felt his eyes boring into every inch of me; from head to toe and inside out. Finally satisfied he sighs disappointedly and enters the house. I stood aside to give him space to enter. His actions were really confusing me. But I just shrugged them away and closed the door to follow him to the living room.

"So? What are you doing these past few weeks?" Koshino started quickly but seriously as I settled down opposite him. He was staring hard at me with those serious and knowing eyes.

"Huh? What d'you mean?" I replied pretending to be innocent. The truth was I was afraid to know where this conversation will lead into.

"This is no time for jokes Akira. I'm serious. So, tell me, what's wrong? You're not your usual self these past few days."

"I really don't know what you're talking 'bout Kosh. I don't understand…" I replied softly averting my gaze to the ground.

Koshino abruptly stood up glaring down at me. I could visibly see the anger in his eyes; that anger I never wished to see. He was controlling his anger. I could tell that since his fists were rolled up tight but secured by his side. "What do I mean?! C'mon Akira! Snap out of it! You know what I mean!"

I didn't answer him. Instead, I just lowered my more till my hair covered my eyes. I don't want him to see what I'm feeling right now. I don't want him to know…"I really don't know what you're talking about…" I answered somehow. Koshino was really good. He knew me better than anybody and even myself. I've figured he'll notice my change. After all, we've known each other since childhood. I also had this feeling he knew what was going on with me. But I want to remain the knowledge he has about that there. Period. And nothing more…but my stubbornness made him reach the limit of his patience.

Koshino grabbed me by the collar and shoved me to the wall. My back hit the wall hard. I winced in pain. Anger can really make people do unbelievable things. "Stop pretending Akira! I know you! I know why you're acting like this these past few days! You're so stupid you know! D'you think I won't notice anything from the beginning? I'm not stupid like you! You love Kaede and that's the truth right? Tell me! Speak up!" he shouted tightening his grip on my collar every now and then.

But, I never had the guts to answer. I was rendered speechless. I had nothing to say since he was right. He was absolutely right…"Akira! Stop hurting yourself! You love Kaede right? I know you. I've noticed it and I'm happy that you've finally found someone you will give your love and heart out. But now what? Look at you! You're not the Akira I know! You look miserable now! D'you think locking yourself here for days will change something?! No! Nothing will really happen if you stay here. D'you want to see him being taken away from you completely huh?!" Koshino paused and calmed down a little. "Akira, if you're serious about him, then do something. That's the only way left for you. Unless…"he trailed off.

I stood there motionless as every statement was absorbed in my head. All the time Koshino was scolding me, my eyes were widening in shock especially at his last words…"Akira…" Koshino called softly releasing my collar. "Akira, tell him. Tell him how you feel. Don't let your feelings remain unspoken and hidden. The more you do, the more you hurt yourself. Akira, even though we want to step aside in these kinds of situations to see the ones we love happy, we just can't seem to do. We find ourselves hurt and regret fills us. D'you know why you're hurting so much Akira?" I shake my head not knowing the answer. "That's because you regret never telling him your feelings. Tell him Akira. Tell him before its too late. We won't know what might come when you do but at least you have no more regrets. You'll recover and you'll be happy too seeing him happy. That's the way things should go in this kinds of situations. Akira, don't be afraid. Try, but always remember to be ready for the consequences. Besides, things happen for a reason, you know." Koshino looks at me and smiles hopefully. "So?"

All the time Koshino was talking the sense out of me, I felt like heavy weights were being removed from my shoulders. Everything that Kosh told me gave me new hope. I'm felt so much relieved. To tell you the truth, I felt like crying. And I found I was indeed crying as I looked up at Koshino feeling hot tears streaming down my face. They were uncontrollable tears of mixed joy, pain and sorrow I always kept aside. I collapsed on the floor crying harder while Kosh kneeled down beside me to give comfort.

"Kosh…I-I love Kaede…I love Kaede so much…so much that it hurts…" I said in between sobs as I finally found the urge to spoke. "The truth was…I was jealous…Since Ania came… Kaede started ignoring me…I didn't mind it at first but I soon realized that it hurts so much…I loved him that was why I never said a thing…but the truth was the pain was too much for me…deep…the pain was so deep…" I finished breaking down into tears once more.

Koshino secretly smiled despite the situation. "Shh…that's alright Akira. Everything will be fine." he said tapping me at the back. "Now, stand up and fix yourself. You don't want Kaede to be disappointed don't you?"

Recovering a little, I sat up rubbing my eyes to stop the flow of tears. And for the first time since these past few days, I smiled sincerely. "Un. I'll come for sure and I'll tell him this time. Arigato Kosh…"

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"Gomen!" I said running at the front steps of Symphonia to meet Kaede and Ania. When I got to the top, I saw Ania smiling at me. I smiled back despite the jealousy I feel for her for taking MY Kaede away and the fact she was the reason I broke down a while ago. Anyway, she's still my friend. Speaking of Kaede, I look at him and greet him with a happy 'konnichiwa' but he never looked back at me. It seems he's been drowning in his thoughts since his eyes looked distant and he was extremely quiet. My smile vanished to be replaced by a frown. 'Something's bothering him, that's for sure.'

"Kaede~ Akira's here. Iku!" Ania said tugging Kaede's arm excitedly.

Kaede seem to have snapped out of his thoughts since he looked down to meet Ania's eyes. He nodded slightly and swiftly looked up again to get back to his dazed state. Then, as if feeling my presence for the first time, he turned around only to have his eyes locked into mine. We locked gazes for quite sometime. I took the moment to stare at his eyes again like I used to do before. I really missed those old times. Even though Kaede kept silent all the time we were together, I still loved his company. I didn't mind him being silent at all. Only being with him already makes me happy. I continued to search his eyes but I didn't find it the same way it used to be. Before, his eyes were filled with different emotions that he only allows me to see. But now, his eyes are empty. I don't see his emotions or they're rather hidden.

I tried hard to search his eyes more but the moment came to an end when he shifted his gaze to the ground. That was when I recognized a few feelings were already etched in his face; loneliness and confusion. But why? I don't know. I really hope Kaede's fine. I hate seeing him like this. I really do.

~Rukawa's POV~

I stare silently at the ground like it was the best thing I've ever laid my eyes on all these times. The truth was I just experienced locking gazes with HIM, AGAIN. Akira. It's been long since we last did this, I realized. What I saw in his eyes were the same things I used to see before. His eyes were always open and warm for me. And he searches into my eyes again. But unlike before, I can't unveil my emotions to him, especially now.

I sigh heavily. Why am I acting like this anyway? I feel so…weird. I look up to see two different kinds of faces. The first one was looking far away at the fun park and her eyes are gleaming in joy and excitement. The other one? The other one had a worried look in his face dedicated to me. 'If only he knew…' I thought. '…he was the reason behind this…'

* Flashback *

'Akira's been acting strange lately. I'm worried.'I thought as I walk to Akira's house. Actually, he wasn't in his house today. I heard he was staying in an apartment nearby recently due to some business; unknown business. I sigh. Anyway, what do I care 'bout his business? The real reason I came here really was to ask him whether he'll be coming to Symphonia today with Ania and I. It's early morning in the 24th of December and I'm really hoping he could come.

I stop short in front of a certain door and heave yet another sigh. 'Yare yare. Better give this do'ahou a surprise.' I thought opening the door and entering as silently as possible. When I got safely inside without creating a sound, I made my way to the living room. It wasn't really hard for me not to make a sound since I was used to it. I've excelled in walking unheard and unseen since I'm silent myself. I thought the place was just normal and Akira might be sleeping but my superstitions proved to be wrong when I heard someone shouting. I peep through the door and I was surprised at what I saw.

Koshino held Akira by the collar and pushed him hard on the wall making the latter wince in pain. I was about to rush in to help Akira when Koshino spoke. " Stop pretending Akira! I know you! I know why you're acting like this these past few days! You're so stupid you know! D'you think I won't notice anything from the beginning? I'm not stupid like you! You love Kaede and that's the truth right? Tell me! Speak up!" I listened to Koshino attentively although I never understood him. But then something caught my attention. One statement did. ' You love Kaede and that's the truth right?'

My eyes widened in shock as I continued to absorb Koshino's words. " Akira! Stop hurting yourself! You love Kaede right? I know you. I've noticed it and I'm happy that you've finally found someone you will give your love and heart out. But now what? Look at you! You're not the Akira I know! You look miserable now! D'you think locking yourself here for days will change something?! No! Nothing will really happen if you stay here. D'you want to see him being taken away from you completely huh?!" Koshino paused and calmed down a little. "Akira, if you're serious about him, then do something. That's the only way left for you. Unless…" he trailed off.

Then, realization hit me hard. Masaka! So my guesses before were right. Akira…loves me… And… he saw us that day…2 weeks ago. I didn't know. But could all of this be true? Please Akira, say something. I'm getting confused about this!

"Akira…" Koshino called softly releasing Akira's collar. "Akira, tell him. Tell him how you feel. Don't let your feelings remain unspoken and hidden. The more you do, the more you hurt yourself. Akira, even though we want to step aside in these kinds of situations to see the ones we love happy, we just can't seem to do. We find ourselves hurt and regret fills us. D'you know why you're hurting so much Akira?" Akira silently shakes his head. "That's because you regret never telling him your feelings. Tell him Akira. Tell him before its too late. We won't know what might come when you do but at least you have no more regrets. You'll recover and you'll be happy too seeing him happy. That's the way things should go in this kinds of situations. Akira, don't be afraid. Try, but always remember to be ready for the consequences. Besides, things happen for a reason, you know." Koshino finished softening little by little. Silence followed filling the whole room. And, to my surprise, Akira…broke down. And I realized…it was my fault.

I collapse to the ground myself confused. I really don't know. 'I don't understand all this. Please somebody tell me what's going on!' I thought clasping my head. As if answering my questions, Akira spoke. " Kosh…I-I love Kaede…I love Kaede so much…so much that it hurts…" Akira said in between sobs. " The truth was…I was jealous…since Ania came… Kaede started ignoring me…I didn't mind it at first but I soon realized that it hurts so much…I loved him that was why I never said a thing…but the truth was the pain was too much for me…deep…the pain was so deep… " He finished breaking into tears once more.

I felt like my heart stopped beating at that very moment. Akira loved me… so much that he didn't mind the pain. He's hurt…because of me. I never knew. I never knew Akira had serious feelings for me. I never knew I was already hurting him. 'Forgive me Akira. Forgive me. I really don't want to see you like this but I'm really confused right now. I'm sorry. I'm very… sorry…' I thought sadly as I stood up and quickly but quietly left before my tears threatened to spill.

* End Of Flashback *

I shake my head to erase that pitiful image of Akira breaking down because of me. Come to think of it, I said once that I never ever wanted to see him wanted to see him sad more or less cry. I also said I won't know how I would feel if I lost him. But look now, I never realized every single one of my past promises only remain now as broken vows. I'm a big cheater and a liar. I'm VERY angry at myself fro allowing this to happen but…

"Kaede? Kaede are you alright? You look pale."

My thought all drained out as I heard someone calling my name. I turn around to the source of the voice and come back to the real world. It was Ania. She's holding me tightly in the arm and her eyes are tipped up to look at me. I tried to smile but I only ended up grinning. "Don't worry. I'm fine." I said before turning to look away so as not to meet those sad cerulean orbs of my best friend. 'There's nothing I can do anymore. Akira, this love is wrong. I know my love for Ania is the real one. I'm sure you'll realize it soon. What's done is done. And everything shall remain as it is now. This is for the both of us. Please understand.' I thought finally making up my mind.

~Sendoh's POV~

We've been roaming around and having fun for quite some time now or rather, THEY'RE having fun. I glance at Ania and Kaede. They look so happy while I on the other hand, hurting. As each minute pass, Ania was getting closer to Kaede and I HATE it! Even though she's my friend, my blood's boiling for her! I've been observing her for quite some time now and I would note she was like a LEECH; always sticking onto Kaede for life support. But of course I won't allow her to do that especially with me around and after going through the ignore treatment they give me again. I don't blame Kaede really. He seems to be distant all this time today. Anyway, I've been doing a lot of interruptions to them lately. What kind of interruptions? Oh, you'll see, since I'm going to do it again to get rid of a pest.

"Hey! It's our turn! Kaede and I will sit together since the three of us don't fit while you can ride the next one Akira." Ania said referring to the ferris wheel seats. But of course, I won't allow her to be with Kaede alone.

"Hey! I'd say we'd fit! Watch!" I jumped to seat in between Kaede and Ania. Although I was quite uncomfortable, I didn't mind.

"I'm getting squished, 'ahou." Kaede said glaring at me.

I smile brightly back at him and moved a little to the right to give him more space. "See. I told you we'd fit." I said smiling triumphantly inside. I look at Ania and I see her frown. But I don't care, when it comes to Kaede, I'll do anything.

We rode the Ferris wheel in peace or so I thought? Ania kept on glancing and smiling at Kaede while I tried my best to divert her attention or block her sight. I was pretty much successful with that. I laugh giddily inside as I succeeded in interrupting Ania and Kaede's conversation yet again. Ania forced a fake smile while Kaede frowned a little and glared at me. I just sat there peacefully acting as innocent as possible. The ride lasted for about 30 seconds and more before it got to a full stop. We hopped off from it and decided to refresh ourselves with ice cream.

"My treat." Kaede said bringing out his wallet when we were in front of the store.

I quickly held his hand to prevent him from taking out money. "No. MY treat."

Kaede just sighed and gave up. He nodded at me then went off to sit in a bench. I turned to face the only person left with me. Ania. "Arigato Akira." she said. I look at her confused. 'Does she really think I'll treat her too? Of course I'm planning something.' I pretended to look inside my wallet for money when I also faked out a gasp. "Oh no! I don't have enough money!"

"Don't worry. I'll just pay for it." Ania said taking out her wallet as well.

"Well, I guess that's fine. I'll just treat Kaede. I'm really sorry."

Ania smiled. "No. That's ok. I don't mind really."

And so, it ended with me treating Kaede ice cream and Ania buying her own. But of course, my plan doesn't stop there. I smile sheepishly as I walk over to Kaede carrying only one order of ice cream with 5 scoops with Ania trailing behind me. I sat down beside Kaede and smiled lovingly at him. I saw him blush a little. 'That's more like it.'

"Here." I said handing the cone to Kaede.

He just stared at in confusion. "How come there's only one? There's the two of us, 'ahou."

"Why, we'll share of course!"

Kaede glared at me. "SHARE?! Why would I?'

"Oh C'mon Kaede. We used to do that remember?" I said smiling sheepishly at him and Ania.

The love of my life just sighed in defeat. "Oh, alright." he said licking the first scoop already.

This made me smile even more. I laugh in victory mentally and grabbed the ice cream from Kaede to taste it too. 'I LOVE this! This is just like kissing Kaede!' And so, we shared the ice cream. When we finished, we got to see more rides. And I carried out my plan even more. And that is: 'To get rid of the pest.'

It was already 9 in the evening and we decided to rest first before we call it a day. So far, my plan was VERY MUCH successful and I'm really happy 'bout that. There's just one thing more left for me to do. And I can't pass the day without doing this. I will take this opportunity for sure. Ania was not around since she asked to go to the comfort room. That means only one thing. I'm left with Kaede alone. Now's my chance.

"Kaede." I started callig out to him softly.

Kaede turned around to face me. "What?"

"Umm… actually there was something I wanted to tell you." I said playing with my fingers. I'm quite scared really. I can't stop trembling.

"Okay."

"D'you mind if we go some other place?"

"Huh? Can't you say it here."

I shake my head. "I'm afraid not."

"Fine."

We both sttod up and I lead him to a secluded corner in the parlk. When I was sure that no one was around, I turned around to face Kaede. I held his hand tightly into mine and looked at him straight in the eye. I wanted to show him I was serious about this.

"Kaede. I've been wanting to tell you this for the past few weeks or should I say months but I didn't find the courage to. Actually, at first it was hard to admit but then I realized it was true." I paused allowing him to absorb every word I said. I wanted him to hear it clearly. He looked at me confused but he nodded. I took it as a signal.

"Kaede, for the past few months we were together, I realized one thing. I've fallen for you… I love you… I love you Kaede…" I said hugging him tight and close to me. I just wanted that moment to last forever. I want to hold him close to me like this always. I want him to feel the love I have for him is true. The truth is I don't want to let go. I'm afraid. I'm afraid I might lose him…

At first he didn't react. The only reaction I noticed were his wide eyes and shocked expression. That was all. But then the thing I feared most came true when he roughly pushed me away. I look at him confused but he only glares at me. "Akira! This is wrong! This is TOTALLY wrong!" He shouts.

"No Kaede, this isn't wrong! I'm sure of my feelings. That's the truth Kaede. I LOVE YOU! Kaede, please, believe me!"

Kaede shakes his head furiously and he starts to take short steps back. "No, no, NO!" I inch in closer to him and try to hug him again but he pushes me back stronger than before. I hit the wall and wince in pain. But despite all this, I won't give up. I stood up and walked even more closer to him. I tried hard to control the tear threatening to spill from my eyes, but I found it impossible. Hot tears streamed down my face uncontrollably. "Kaede… I love you. Please…this love isn't wrong. I know what I feel for you is right. Please Kaede…all I need is an answer. D'you love me? Please answer me. This is my only wish."

Kaede looks up at me and I found his eyes watery but he wiped those away and looked up at me fiercely. "I don't love you." he said sternly glaring at me one last time before he turned to disappear from my sight leaving me alone as the snow started pouring hard…

'I DON'T LOVE YOU' Those words echoed in my head for so long before I got the chance to register what happen. He turned me down. I lost love again…

I collapse to the cold ground crying harder than before. I felt my heart breaking apart not into pieces but into fragments. The deep wound inside me has come to bleed again. It hurts much more now than before. Why? Why does this have to happen to me? WHY?!

I love you Kaede. All I wished for was for you to love me back. But I guess that will never happened cause your heart doesn't belong to me…

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~Rukawa's POV~

I run as fast as I could back to the bench I sat on earlier as the snow started pouring above me. I don't know why but I feel so much pain. A burning feeling is breaking my heart. Why do I feel so empty so sudden? Why? That was when I realized I was crying. But why? I've already made up my mind. 'I'm sorry to hurt you Akira but I can't accept your love. I just can't…'

I stopped running to switch into walking when I was a few meters away from where Akira and I sat on earlier. I sat on the bench and lowered my head down. 'Why do I feel so guilty? I feel like something's telling me to come back. But I can't. I won't.'

"Kaede? Are you alright? Anything wrong? Where's Akira?"

I turn around to see Ania walking towards me. Without lifting my head up to look at her, I rush in to envelope her in my arms. I buried my face in the crook of her neck. Ania hugged me back despite the confusion. "Kaede? Is there anything wrong? Tell me."

"Kiss…" I whisper in her ear.

"What-"

But even before she could react, I already placed my lips on top of hers. 'I'm sorry Akira. I love Ania and that's the truth. This is how love should be. This is it. I'm sorry…'

And so, the snow continued pouring covering the whole city in a beautiful shade of white. White. The color that signifies a lot of things. But behind this white is the blackness so deep and dark. Just like snow, it disguises itself in its beautiful color but the truth is hidden beneath. The truth that snow brings pain and sorrow to people's hearts…the cold chill reminding a lot of people… of a few broken vows…

~ Tsuzuku ~

Author's note: So how was it? Actualy, I was writing this while listening to the midi of Rurouni Kenshin's Light Shaded Dreams and Weiß Kreuz' Beautiful Alone. Was it that sad? Well, I hope you guys review to let me know how you felt about it. So far, it was quite short but I'll update soon. You can kill me if I didn't update fast. So, please review to let me know what's on your mind. The more the reviews, the faster I update. It makes me think that there are really people tuning into this and reading this. I beg you please review! Well, till here only. Ja!

Next Chapter Trailer: What happened to Akira? He's missing? But wait, Ruru ponders on something. Will he finally realize his heart belongs to Akira? Or not? Read onto the next chapter to find out.

Next Chapter Title: Misunderstood

Next update: May 30 or June 1 (kill me if I don't update on these dates.)

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*I close my eyes

And dream of you and I

And then I realize

There's more to life than only bitterness and lies

I close my eyes

*I'd give away my soul

To hold you once again

And never let this promise end…

…More than a broken vow…


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(a few lines from the song Broken Vow by Lara Fabian. The lines under the * are really after the other while I just added the last line. That line is actually in the chorus. The * ones are in the bridge.)

~ RaVe ~