Here I am with an update. Sorry the chapters are so short guys! In this chapter be ready to meet drunk Tyson, and to discover the name of Rei's other half! Oooh, the suspense! Please R&R!

CHAPTER 2

He wants to know about Rei, and in a way, I do want to tell him, but it's so hard to explain. If anyone was ever to know how that boy made me feel… I can't do it, I can't tell him.

"Sorry Kenny, I just… Shit, nevermind. I'm really just tired and stuff, you know?"

Kenny studies me suspiciously, but is smart enough to leave me be. He knows me well enough at least, to understand that when I say no, I mean no. In a way, that's kind of comforting, knowing that he is close enough to me to care, but also not to care so much that it hurts me. Kenny sighs heavily and stands up.

"Well," he says, "since I can't get anything out of you, I'll see you later tonight?"

I nod slowly, and he leaves me alone again. As soon as he is out of my sight, I feel a wave of relief rush over me. The last thing I could possibly have done would be to tell him what I felt for Rei. Rei…

He isn't on the couch anymore. I look around the club, searching for him. I work my mind into a frenzy when I don't see him. I tell myself to relax. He's probably just gone to the restroom, or is lost in the crowd around the bar. I shake my head and try to steady my breathing.

I scan the club once again, and this time my eyes find their prize. Rei is standing at the back of the club. He is alone, which strikes me as odd. At least until I see his face break into a wide smile, and his significant other strides over with two drinks. He passes one to Rei who speaks to him, and laughs. Once again I find myself wishing it was me Rei loved. Me, and not–

"Kai! Hey, have you seen Max?" Tyson's bright voice chirps. I don't even look up, I just speak.

"He's over there," I tell him, "with Rei."

Tyson smiles at me, "OK! Oh, have you met Brad?"

I force my eyes away from Rei. Rei and Max. Why am I so jealous? "No, I haven't," I manage.

"Well, then, Kai, I want you to meet Brad. We're friends, aren't we Brad?" Tyson beams across at the boy by his side, who shrugs at me and agrees with Tyson, nodding awkwardly. I can't help but think that Tyson must have had a few too many cocktails. This thought makes me laugh inside, which is weird, because it's not even funny, but I'm glad for the emotional enlightenment nonetheless. I talk with the two men for a while, but they soon leave, and my mood returns to love-struck jealousy.

When I next look over at Rei, my eyes well with envious tears. Max has him in a tight hug, and their lips are brushing together in a sweet kiss. I can't watch them, I can't see Rei with another man, it's just so hard. It's too much for me, I give up. Max can have him. At least Rei will be happy. I need to step out of my love stupor, and get over him. And I'll do whatever it takes.

I bring another cold glass to my lips, and scull the contents. I've long since lost count of how many drinks I've had. It doesn't matter anyway. All that matters is that I kill my love for the man I can't have. On the table before me, dozens of empty glasses are scattered. It's kind of surprising that no one has noticed me drowning my emotions yet. Maybe no one cares. The alcohol isn't helping. I still feel an aching in my chest, a yearning for my heart's true desire. He's the only thing I need now. It's either him, or another drink.

I stagger to my feet and stumble over to the bar. I slip my legs up over a bar stool and hold the counter with one hand to keep my balance. The bartender asks me what I want, and I just tell him to surprise me. He seems confused, but obliges. A moment later, yet another frosty drink is streaming down my throat. It burns my insides like acid, but I take it all down. My eyes are sore, my head aches, and my heart is broken. I'm a complete mess.

As I gulp down the last of my drink I take a quick glance around. My eyes slip in and out of focus, and I see what appears to be four figures approaching me. They look familiar, but I can't tell who they are for sure. Just when I'm starting to believe that one of them looks a lot like a cat, a shuddering sensation lifts me off my stool, and I collapse to the floor. I can hear shouts and scared voices and music, all louder than they should be.

And that's it. The last thing I see is four figures at my side, all of them familiar, and yet so strange. The last thing I hear is four voices piercing my mind, all of them familiar, and yet so foreign. The same word echoes over and over. They're calling my name.

Everything turns black.

REVIEWS

Anything-bt-ordinary: Know that you know who Rei's with, please promise not to kill him. I don't like Max/Rei, but Max is adorable (in a sugar high, blond sort of way).

Autumnburn: Thanks. Hope you liked this chapter too!

Cloud's-Tifa-Strife: Not much into yaoi? Well, neither was I, until Kai/Rei came along! They are too hot to be with anyone else. So, obviously they must be together! insert evil laugh here

hyperness: There's not too much sappy stuff, believe me. I hope this chapter met expectations, and I hope you don't mind the Rei/Max thing, coz I already have one person who wants to kill Max. As for the ending.. .well you'll just have to wait and find out! Keep reading!

Thanks so much guys, positive feedback is great. Then again, if you wanna flame me, feel welcome. Seriously, if it's crap, I wanna know! Will update tomorrow.