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Kai watched as Tyson and Max jumped into the shelves lined with comics, and amused expression clear on his normally stoic features. He shook his head before wandering off and looking at the un-mussed shelves the two hadn't delved into yet. Picking up a random comic, he flicked through the pages. He was surprised by the artistry and meaning involved in the story. He looked at the cover, X-men. He grabbed a few more of the comics that involved these certain characters and found the manga section. Looking through, he added more comics to the small pile in his hands, Gundam Wing. He liked the politics and the characters, it seemed different.
"Hey Kai!" said Ray as he walked up to his team-mate.
After being answered by a "Hn" Ray looked at the comics in Kai's hands. Both choices were more grown up then Tyson's and Max's, and Ray smiled at the thought of Kai doing something a normal teenage boy would do.
"Mr. D is paying for everything, don't ask why but he insisted, says he has too much money and wants to do something to help us out. He also insists we all get new clothes, that's the worst kind of shopping, buying clothes!"
Ray said all this as they walked to the counter where the others were waiting, Kai nodding occasionally in response. He thought about Mr. Dickinson paying for everything. Kai figured the man didn't really have family, and the bladebreakers had filled that gap. He was repaying them for the company they had given a lonely man, and since he could do it, he paid for the things they needed. The man was so unlike Voltaire, he was the sort of man that should have had a family, not the evil grandfather that deserved nothing short of death. Kai was broken out of his thoughts when they were ready to leave the shop, bags of comics all ready and swinging in hands that couldn't wait to turn the pages.
Kai still walked at a slight distance, through habit more then anything, and his purposeful stride meant no one got in his way. Tyson's dad stopped them outside of a large clothing shop; it held smart clothing for men and boys, ready or tailor made, it was here. "Right!" started Tyson's father, "we first find something for the trial, that means smart Tyson!" a small groan erupted from the group, "then you can go buy yourselves some things that you like, now, onward to the suits!"
They marched, laughing among themselves as they walked to the teenage region of the shop.
Tadashi couldn't stop staring, she felt intoxicated by the colours, sounds, and smells that were encased in the large building. Some of her old self started to emerge as she ran from window to window, and danced lightly passed people, never having to move out of their way and vice versa as she gracefully avoided them. Samantha and the girls watched her warmly; it was good to see the seemingly strong and adult teen act like a small child in the snow. Up until now they had never seen this side to her.
Suddenly Tadashi stopped, her arms coming down determinately to her sides, fists clenched. Her sparkling eyes turned cold.
"What's the matter Tad?" asked Samantha worriedly, sudden change was not a good thing.
Tadashi looked at her feet before answering, "I am having fun, but I feel it's wrong, last time I enjoyed myself I found out it was considered an evil thing to do."
Hilary spoke up this time, "its ok Tadashi, it really is, this is fun, meant to be enjoyed, this is natural for you to enjoy it, not the bad things you were taught were to be enjoyed. Now relax and let's get you some new things!"
Tadashi nodded at the brunette, there was so much to learn of the world outside Biovolt, and she was determined to see it all! She lifted her chin in defiance to her former life and walked to the clothes shop they others had pointed out. Mariah and Hilary walked by her sides, and Samantha followed closely behind them, relieved that the girls had helped the troubled girl out. She inwardly cursed the man responsible for it and hoped to any Gods who would hear her that he went down in court.
Tadashi entered the shop with almost unchecked awe. So many items in one place astounded her. The shops apparel was classical and smart, mostly women's suits and ball gowns. There were some other items though involving smart trousers and jackets, skirts of all lengths, and varied styles of women's shirts.
"Ok girls, lets find something for the trial" said Samantha and they headed to the section designed for the girls sizes.
It wasn't long before each had something sensible in her arms, waiting for the cashier to pack the bags so they could get something to eat. Samantha had chosen a straight knee length skirt in a tan colour with a matching jacket that went well with her hair. A dark brown polo necked jumper with short sleeves was decided to wear underneath it. Mariah had gone for a subtler pink for a camisole top to be worn underneath a short white jacket that matched the long white trousers she had fallen in love with. Hilary opted for a short grey skirt with a red shirt that went well with her eyes. Tadashi went for long flowing black trousers and a light blue fitted shirt. Once ready and packed, they walked, smiling to the food court.
Tyson's dad made sure the boys concentrated on this part of the shopping as it was the most important part, but he made sure they had the freedom to choose their own things, all except Tyson, who had tried to sneak off earlier and was now suffering with being made to try on suits. He was still squirming under the watchful eye of the tailor as his dad made him put on another jacket. The other boys came back from their various places with clothes draped over their arms.
"Got stuff? Good, you can all try them on while I finish with Tyson here, then id like to see what you've chosen please! There's no getting out of it!" said Tyson's dad as he tried to hold his fidgeting son. The boys laughed as they found empty dressing rooms and set to getting changed.
Kai wasn't so sure about this. He felt uncomfortable being watched by the sales assistant as he browsed the rails of clothes. He closed the curtain on the assistants face and set to getting changed. He allowed a small smile when he heard the frustrated sigh from the annoying worker on the other side of the cloth barrier. He got down to his boxers before he even looked in the full length mirror lining the back wall of the small cubicle that was allocated as a dressing room. His gaze settled on the scars that marred his skin and he sighed. The feeling for them could go either way, he could either hate the marks and land up hating himself, or he could accept them and be proud of what they stood for. Shame the former option was the easiest.
He started to put on the new clothes, sliding his legs into the new trousers and buttoning up the new shirt. He opened the curtain and stepped out. Looked like he was the last one to change as the others all stood in their doorways, ready and waiting.
Max's choice drew the eyes straight away. He had stayed with his love of bright colours by combining green trousers with an orange shirt, topped by a bright pink tie. The look was garish and loud, yet his smile showed how much he liked it, and it suited his personality. Ray had gone for blue smart trousers and a white shirt, no tie. He looked smart and by the way he was standing, too damn cool for his own good. Kenny hadn't seemed to change, save that his tie was now blue instead of green. He had chosen new clothes in the same style as his usual shorts and shirt, it was almost creepy. Tyson had finally been made to stand still and was now clothed in a grey suit with a white shirt and brown tie. His hat was still on his head though, and his hands kept it firmly in place.
"Its no fair! Why do I have to wear the suit!!" he moaned.
His dad shook his head and nodded approvingly to everyone's choices.
"Sure you don't want to go for something a little more smarter Kai?" he asked.
Kai shook his own head. He had chosen blue jeans that were a bit long, but still in a smart style, not his usual baggy choice. A plain black shirt with long sleeves adorned his torso, and that was his choice. He didn't want to wear anything else for the trial. The tailor tutted over the length of the jeans.
"Would sir like me to shorten those for him?"
Kai glared and shook his head in a slight movement. He liked them long.
Tyson's dad told them all to get changed back to their original clothes and to meet him at the counter. It wasn't long before they were all ready and paid for.
"Now, lets go get some food!" shouted Tyson and started off in the direction of the upward escalators that led to the floor of the food court. The girls were already waiting. Kai smiled briefly at Tadashi, relieved to see she was ok. They immediately neared each other and walked a little way from the group. Kai couldn't believe the look on Tadashi's face. It was so happy, almost carefree.
"You ok Tad?"
She nodded, smiling, "relax Kai, I can handle everything! Now stop being so tense!"
Kai frowned at her, tense?
"You are Kai, most of the time; you look like a coiled spring! Your shoulders are straining, your back too straight, you need to take a deep breath and just go with the flow."
She was right, thought Kai, but he couldn't relax, not now and maybe not ever. He had learned the hard way what letting your guard down did. He wished she would stop seeing him tense though, just one look at him and she knew how bad things effected him.
He also couldn't seem to shake off the feeling that someone was watching him.
Caught in the rain
I'm caught in the rain
Its growing dark
I know I'll never reach you
I've walked too far
The dark my only guide
As my feet count the steps
Of a land id never known
The next mile is just a personal bet
Why did you never reach for me
When I called your name
After all the promises broken
I never learned your gain
I never sought the truth
I chose to stay blind
Everything I lived for
I learned were lies
Lies that tore and stung
Made wounds that never heal
My spirit shredded and scattered
My heart in stone was sealed
The day I fell
I reached for your hand
All you did was pull away
That gesture burned like a brand
Now alone I walk forever
The rain to drown my soul
I'll never let you know
How much you meant, how much I hold
I hope you see the sorrow
That you alone have reaped
Your memory I will never want
But for eternity I will keep
Goodbye is forever and even more
Don't waste a thought on me
For mine will always be on you
As revenge is what I seek