I'll Stand By You
Chapter 5
===I'll Stand By You===

Anna walked at a realativly slow pace, taking her time as she thought about the things she'd like to say to Yoh. The main thought, of course was to say she was sorry, but there were many other things she'd like to tell him also. For example, that she thought this fight was stupid, that all that had happend was in the past now and that they should only reflect upon it, using it as an example and learn from it. No longer did it need to be carried out as it was being now. She also wished to tell him how much she loved him and how she longed to be by his side these oh so lonely nights. Her heart began to speed up as she neared the hallway that lead to his room. She slowly and silently approched it, noting that the door was slightly open, and peeking in she saw Yoh, on his knees near the bed, his head resting on his folded arms, hidden from his room and her. She watched him for a while in silence, her heart aching as she began to summon her courgae to do what she knew had to be done.

Oh, why you look so sad?
Tears are in your eyes
Come on and come to me now
Don't be ashamed to cry Let me see you through
'Cause I've seen the dark side too
When the night falls on you and you don't know what to do
Nothing you confess could make me love you less...

Anna silently entered the room, her bare feet sending a chill through her body from the cold floor. She walked on until she was directly behind Yoh. She looked down at him, his helpless, innocent and childish form, sitting there in the same postion she had seen him in when she peeked into the small room. She slowly bendded her knees, now sitting on the mattress of the bed beside him. Yoh slowly lifted his head, looking to Anna...and blinked in shock. ...am I dreaming...? he thought. "Anna...?" he said softly. She smiled sadly, opening her arms to him. "Hey..." she said softly. For a moment, the two just stared at each other, not sure of what or when to speak. Finally, Yoh's heart took over and he slid into her open arms, wrapping his around her selender waist.
I'll stand by you
I'll stand by you
Won't let nobody hurt you
I'll stand by you

Anna put her arms around Yoh, holding him close to her now. Yoh clinged to her, never wanting to let go ever. "Anna..." he said softly. "I'm so sorry..." he said, his voice slightly muffled by his soft crying. Anna closed her eyes, stroking his shoulder lenght black hair. "I'm sorry too..." she said. The two held each other, for which seemed to be an eternity, neither wanting to let go. Yoh slid his head down now, his arms moving down as well. He rested his head softly in her lap. Anna continuined to gently stroke his hair, noting that he must not have slept for days, he looked so sad and tired. He closed his eyes, feeling Anna's fingers gently brush his scalp. He smiled, small tears streaming down his now pink cheeks.

So, if you're mad, get mad
Don't hold it all inside
Come on and talk to me now
Hey, what you got to hide?
I get angry too
Well, I'm a lot like you When you're standing at the crossroads and don't know which path to choose
Let me come along
'Cause even if you're wrong...

Anna closed her eyes now, feeling tears already beginning to fill them. She lightly pulled Yoh up to her. He looked to her, resting his hand softly on the left side of her face. She stared back into his eyes, a sad expression on her face, tears threatning to fall at any moment. He smiled, a few of his tears falling. He leaned foward, hugging her tight. She hugged him back the same. "Anna.." he said softly, burrying his face in her soft, blonde hair. "I'm sorry I yelled at you Anna...I didn't mean to.." he said. She rubbed his back, resting her chin on his shoulder, listening to him as he continued to speak. "I just...I just wanted you to be with us...I want you to feel like you're part of the group..." he finished, his voice trembling still. "Don't worry about me..." she said softly, still rubbing his back. "Don't say that..." he began. "I do worry about you...I always will... I love you Anna..." he whispered, hugging her tightier. Anna closed her eyes, hugging him back the same as tears began to roll down her cheeks.

I'll stand by you
I'll stand by you
Won't let nobody hurt you
I'll stand by you
Take me in, into your darkest hour
And I'll never desert you
I'll stand by you...

The two continued to hold one another, Yoh now stroking Anna's soft hair. Anna clinged to Yoh, her arms wrapped around his neck. He smiled, a few tears rolling down his cheeks softly, so glad to be able to hold the one he loved in his arms again. Yoh then moved his face some, brushing his cheek softly against hers. "You're not alone anymore Anna..." he began. "The others may not show it often, but they do love you, alot. Though, maybe not as much as I love you." he said, now facing her. He smiled childishly at her, his eyes closed, his right arm bent back so that his hand was scartching the back of his head. Anna smiled sadly at him. Even in a situation like this, he still was able to make a joke and make her smile.

And when...
When the night falls on you, baby
You're feeling all alone
You won't be on your own...
I'll stand by you...

She leaned to him, resting her forehead against his. He moved toward her, smiling at her now. He embraced her, pulling her close to him. Anna blushed slightly, now sittiing in his lap. She wrapped her arms around his neck, smiling. He smiled also, whispering softly into her ear. "I can't live without you...you're everything to me...I'll always need you Anna...and I'll always love you." Anna blushed listening to his sweet words. She looked at him, tears streaming down her cheeks softly, her lower lip trembling some as she spoke. "And I'll always need and love you...always..." He smiled, closing his eyes as he leaned to her. She did the same, and blushed as their lips met. They kissed softly, both soon turnning it into a passionate kiss, Yoh gently wiping her tears away with his hands. He pulled Anna close to him, Anna doing the same, hugging him tightly.

I'll stand by you
I'll stand by you
Won't let nobody hurt you
I'll stand by you
Take me in, into your darkest hour
And I'll never desert you
I'll stand by you
They soon parted their lips, panting softly, their intense kiss ending. Anna rested her head softly on Yoh's shoulder, him stroking her hair. For a while, they sat like this, embracing, holding one another. However, sleep began to overcome them, mostly Yoh. He sighed deeply, though contently, and leaned back, pulling Anna with him. She blinked, starttled some as they both fell onto his bed, Yoh landing on his back, Anna now laying on top of him. He smiled up at her sweetly, then closed his eyes, looking childish again. She smiled down at him, storking his hair lightly. She moved down, laying her head softly against his chest, listening to his heartbeat. Yoh stroked her hair, waiting for sleep to take over as he held his future bride in his arms. Anna stared off some, also waiting for sleep to take over. And just as it was about to, a thought occured to her. She smiled, speaking softly. "No matter what happens..."she began, Yoh smiling, knowing what she was about to say. He continued to smile, finishing the sentence for her. "I'll stand by you."

I'll stand by you
I'll stand by you
Won't let nobody hurt you
I'll stand by you

=The End=

(Yuuuup, the end dont worry, im working on another story that continues off this one and i think it will be much better then this one XD The Lyrics posted throughout this chapter are from the song "I'll Stand By You" by The Pretenders. Very sweet love song, that reminded me of Yoh and Anna and inspired me to write this fan fiction If you have never heard this song, definutly listen to it! It is a great song . Anyhoo, ill also be working on a Final Fantasy 9 story, when i can think of a darn plot for it x.x And i might start on my Resident Evil Code Veronica fic too, but yeah, please tell me how i did on this last chapter ok? and thanks for all the reviews I'm glad you all enjoyed my story Thanks -Melis)