Madnun: Hehe. I don't know what you guys see in him. I mean, I kinda felt nothing for him, felt more for Skye, Russell and Kyle. But Jasper?? *incredulous* I'll try to put Jasper in as comfortably as I can, but he's kind of not that center a character, so it might be rather rare to see him in action.

Jiaz: *sigh* Yes.. you are biased to that chapter… *shrugs*

Amber_rules: Sorry about short chapters! But lately it's going to be so coz I'm kind of having some probs with my brain! *whacks own head* So, I'm real sorry! Please tolerate it coz I try to end off at where I think is suitable.

Well, guys, this is my first time writing a fanfiction chapter with a song sloted in it. Hope you guys don't really loathe it. The song is by Stacie Orrico, called "I Promise." This part is the "Missing Link" between Kyle and Jade, as kindly pointed out by Jiaz. Let me tell you something about Jiaz. She's this buddy of mine, but we often end up debating over whether Kyle or Jasper is better. *rolls eyes* But she's great. Yeah she is. *looks pointedly at Jiaz* Hehehe.. =D

Here goes nothing!

            Jade ran out of the Daybreak Center, the rain still pouring heavily. She could see Kyle, a lone figure walking slowly in the rain, surrounded by the darkness of the night. Maybe some darkness belonged to him, but Jade did not want to think so. She thought of getting an umbrella, but changed her mind in case she lost sight of her soulmate. She lowered her head and ran out into the pouring rain.

            Kyle knew that Jade was following him. He felt sick with guilt and shame. Stupid, stupid vermin, he thought. Why won't you just take Angus's advice and leave me alone? He felt torn between running into the arms of Jade, and trying to save her from the unnecessary heartbreak in the future. What future? We have no future, he corrected grimly.

Will I always be there for you
When you need someone
Will I be that one you need
Will I do all my best to
To protect you
When the tears get near your eyes
Will I be the one that's by your side

            "Kyle!" Jade yelled through the thundering rain. She saw the pale figure in front continuing his way, rounding the corner of the gates of the Daybreak Center. She knew that he had heard her, but he chose to ignore her deliberately. Jade, Jade, Jade, she chided herself, now what the hell have you done? She ran faster, panting hard with the effort since she was never an athlete. She pushed herself to run faster and was finally a few steps behind Kyle. The vampire whirled around suddenly, and she stumbled to a stop.

Will I be there when you call me in the middle of the night
Will I keep the rain from falling down into your life
I promise, I promise
I promise I will

"Why are you following me?" Kyle asked curtly. Jade shivered, from the rain and from his coldness. A look flickered n his eyes, as if he was regretting his little outburst. His white shirt was soaked through thoroughly, and plastering it against his body. His chest rose and fell slowly, much slower than any humans'. Shaking his head to himself, he backed up slowly against the wall and slumped to his feet.

Jade approached Kyle cautiously. Was he like a cornered tiger, ready to lash out any moment? Jade did not know. All she knew was that she had to make him feel better. She knelt down in front of him and looked at her soulmate. He was squatting on the ground, back against the wall, arms folded above his knees as if protecting himself from something. Jade felt a rush of affection for him.

When you're sick I'll take care of you
Take your darkest night and make it bright for you
Will I'll be there to make you strong
And to lean on
When this world has turned so cold
Will I'll be the one that's there to hold

 "Does it hurt?" she asked softly. Kyle shook his head mutely, his eyes staring at the ground beside Jade.

            "Why don't you just take his advice? I'm weak and useless now, nothing but a burden to you." Kyle spoke bitterly.

            "But you're not. You never are useless or weak." Jade reassured Kyle. She put a hand on his shoulder, but he brushed it away. He turned his face aside, so that Jade would not see his emotions. "You don't know how I felt. I felt so useless and helpless just now." He gave a laughter that had no humor in it, "And I was supposed to protect you."

            So this is what it's all about, Jade realised. It had never crossed her mind that Kyle was useless, much less a burden. He never knew how happy she was when she saw him coming to her rescue. The glimmer of hope that surged in her heart. If it had been necessary, she would perish with him willingly. At the same time, she felt anger rising in her heart.

Will I be there when you call me in the middle of the night
Will I keep the rain from falling down into your life
I promise, I promise
I promise, I promise
I promise I will.

            "You're ill, that's why you couldn't fight with Angus! Time to ditch your male ego aside and cut yourself some slack. Just because you couldn't protect me it doesn't mean that you're useless!"

            Kyle looked as though he had been slapped. "But I'm supposed to be your protector! Soulmate or not, you're the Source and I have the duty to protect you. Just now, I could have gotten both of us killed because of how incompetent I was. If not for your brother…" he lowered his head, not wanting to complete the sentence. His body was trembling, and Jade resisted the urge to hug him tightly, never to let him feel so depressed.

Will I be there when you call me in the middle of the night
Will I keep the rain from falling down into your life
I promise, I promise
I promise, I promise
I promise I will.

            Instead, she cupped Kyle's chin gently. Droplets of rainwater were trapped on his long lashes. His eyes lifted to meet hers, and Jade could see that his pupils were dilated. He reminded her of a lost little boy, unsure of where he was and where he should be going. Jade knew that she would guide him; she would never allow him to be lost.

And I love you more every day
And nothing will take that love away
When you need someone
I'll promise I'll be there for you
There for you

"I am just so scared that I'll lose you, Jade." Kyle's voice was pained. "I will have to leave one day. I figured you might be better off if you don't feel so attached to me…"

            Jade felt her heart twisting. "No, Kyle, you won't leave me." Her voice caught in her throat. "I… I might not be able to take it. I don't know how to."

            The pair of black eyes closed. "I don't wish to leave you either… but we have no choice, do we?" He lifted his hand hesitatingly, then he gently pushed Jade's fringe off her face. "I can't bear to part with you too." As if suddenly insecure, Kyle's eyes darted wildly around Jade's. "You won't let me go through this alone, would you?"

            Jade wiped away her tears with the back of her hand, though it was a futile effort since the rain kept falling on her cheeks too. But the rain was lightening up now. "No, I won't. I promise I won't leave your side and let you walk through this journey alone."

            Their eyes met each others', black ones locked onto green ones. The sound of the rain hitting the ground and their soft breathing seemed insignificant now, as the two of them fell silent. It was not an awkward silence, it was a magical one. For that moment, it felt as though their worlds only revolved around themselves, their love so strong that they believed they only needed each other. Jade's heart was pounding wildly, hammering against her chest. Kyle's eyes were like shining stars in the night, and she felt herself pulled towards him, mentally and perhaps physically. She decided to give into her heart's desire.

            Leaning closer to Kyle, she checked for any sign of resistance from him, but there was none. Her own yearning, thirst for her soulmate's love and assurance, was mirrored in Kyle's eyes. Slowly, their lips met.

Will I be there when you call me in the middle of the night
Will I keep the rain from falling down into your life
I promise, I promise
I promise I will.

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This is by far, the chapter that took me longest to type, edit etc. Copy and pasting, formatting etc. So please do pardon me when the paragraphs go a little awry coz this Microsoft word's pissing me off. Well, I didn't go to sch today! =D Just thought I'd say that for.. for fun? Hehe.

Allrighty, poll!

Filan_vampire :

1) You sucked at romance. Really. Thank god you're single and unattached right now. You could prolly cause any guy to be turned off by your lack of romantics.

2) Good. Good. Nice link over here. Now, Jade and Kyle are kinda complete.

3) Something's still missing. (please kindly tell me so I won't be like, "Huh? What's missing? Where?" )

Thanks! Reviews!!