8: Revelations
sakura9566: Oh you're mean. And the reason I update so much is cause the fic is already finished. In fact, I'm currently working the sequel, Believe.
Sarcasmcat: Here's another chapter. ^_^
TigerTerror: Onwards we go, and thanks for compliments on the hair thing. I was unsure about that. And poor Kai. *Hugs him*
Frostt: Kai will be back
Rel: Ray tripping on his hair? Now that would be funny. *^_^*
Neko Youkai aka Luna Malfoy: Good to hear from you again. Don't worry, you've been there this long that I know you'll be back. ^_~
Hee hee. I have a picture of a shirtless Lee. I'm happy. And I think I'm getting better at the shonen-ai. I'm finding it easier to write. Hope you think I'm getting better. Tell me if you don't. Tips are appreciated.
Disclaimer: You know, I feel like I'm betraying Kai when I talk about Lee like that. Ah well, still don't own Beyblade.
"See you guys later!"
Lee rolled his eyes at Max's high spirit goodbye, placing the last of the mugs back into the cupboard. They really needed to do something about keeping the American away from the sugar. It seemed like every time they turned their backs, he grabbed the sugar bowl and started shovelling it into whatever he had on hand: tea, coffee, cereal, pancakes, even his toast. Well, at least Lee didn't have to deal with him today.
Stretching, Lee moved back toward the bedroom. Ray should have finished his shower by now, which left them with time to discuss how they were going to go about the whole Kai thing. They wouldn't be able to simply wing it like they had with each other; they didn't know Kai well enough to do that. Nor did they have a friend to throw them into a corner and make them confess their feelings like Gary had him and Ray.
Lee glanced quickly at the front door as he stepped into the bedroom. Gary, Kevin, and Mariah had better train hard. Their loss to the All Starz in the semi finals proved that they still had plenty of room for improvement, which meant no time for slacking off. If anything could come out of training with the Blade Breakers, it meant fierce competition between the White Tigers and the Asian and American tournament champions. Maybe even-
He was pulled roughly into the room, the door swinging closed behind him before he was slammed up against it. Before he even had time to exclaim, lips were pressed firmly down on his, forestalling any protest. Lee closed his eyes, grabbing Ray by the back of the neck and pulling him closer. Ray's hands moved over his chest as he leant forward, keeping Lee trapped against the doorway with no escape.
"Haven't you two ever heard of getting a room?"
They stopped dead, eyes flying open the reality of who had spoken sunk in. Ray swung around; Lee looking passed him as they gaped. "Kai!"
Crimson eyes burned under an arched eyebrow, faint amusement playing through them as a small smirk tugged at his lips as he watched them.
Lee stepped away from the door, forcing his heart rate to reduce through steady breathing. "This is our room."
Ray shot a warning glare at his lover before he moved toward Kai. "How are you feeling? Need anything? I'm sure there must be something still in the fridge if you want something to eat."
Kai waved it off. "Enough with the questions, Ray. I'm a little sore, and I'm not hungry. I doubt there's anything left anyhow." His eyes flicked from where Ray was standing uncomfortably, to where Lee was stretching out on his bed, and back again. "Always had a feeling there was more to your friendship then you let on."
"So what if there is?" Lee frowned, looking up. "Sit down, Ray. You look like a lost kitten."
Ray's cheeks reddened faintly as he came around the edge of Kai's bed to Lee's and sat at the head. Lee pushed himself so Ray could sit, then lay back with his head in Ray's lap, who absently began to stroke his forehead.
Kai frowned. "I always figured Lee would be the dominant one."
"I am." Lee closed his eyes, knitting his fingers together and resting his hands on top of his chest. "Accept for when I want to be pampered."
"Spoiled rotten," Ray corrected, smiling faintly before looking up at Kai. "About yesterday…"
"It was nothing," Kai said quickly. "Forget about it."
"Like hell we will." Lee's eyes cracked open to look at him. "We all saw what happened, Phoenix."
"Has your grandfather always treated you like that?" Ray asked, frowning slightly at what Lee had called Kai.
"You guys just don't let up, do you." Kai sighed, staring absently in front of him. "Yes, he has always treated me like that, or at least for as long as I can remember. Parts of my childhood are… missing. What I can remember… I wish I could forget. Like I said, what happened yesterday was nothing, at least compared to what he has done in the past. Still wish you guys hadn't jumped in like that though. Now he'll be after you."
"Let him come." Ray's fangs glinted in the light as his voice took on the huskiness that came when he was facing down a challenge. The predator gleam in his eyes faded to curiosity as he looked back down at Lee, then toward Kai. "About the neko-jin-"
"Don't worry, I have nothing against you guys." Kai shrugged, smiling faintly. "Do be honest, I find you fascinating. Comes out of knowing my grandfather hates you. Anything he hates, I like to spite him."
Ray smiled. "Good to hear."
"Speaking of hearing," Kai looked toward Lee and frowned, blinking. "Is he purring?"
"Sure is." Ray chuckled, looking down at the teen in his lap and grinned. "Neko-jin purr when content. You just have to know how to rub us the right way."
"You've got that right." Lee opened his eyes and reached up to stroke Ray's cheek, Ray nuzzling his hand. "Out of curiosity, Kai, are you straight, gay, or bi?"
Kai shot him the death glare.
Feeling the heat, Lee looked toward him. "Reason I ask is because most straight guys feel awkward when they see two guys getting on. Both Ray and I are bi, which is why we're able to cover up our relationship so easily by checking out women. Apart from you, Gary's the only one who knows about us."
Kai snorted. "Gary…"
"Is rather good with secrets." Lee smiled faintly. "Want it to spread around, you tell Mariah. Want it to spread around and make it sound 20 times worse then it actually is, you tell Kevin." He looked up at Ray, who had by now begun to purr as well, eyes closed and a small smile on his lips. "If you were straight, we would not do anything in front of you if it made you feel uncomfortable."
Ray chuckled. "Like that thing at the door."
"No, it's fine." Kai crossed his arms over his chest and closed his eyes. "I've seen worse."
"Okay." Lee looked up at Ray and smiled. "Just tell us if it ever gets a bit too much."
"Yeah. Whatever."
So now Kai knows. And why exactly was Lee asking about Kai's preferences? Hidden motive? Or was he really actually making sure Kai was fine with his and Ray's antics? Only time will tell, so stay tuned.