AN: Man, you guys are so awesome! Thank you so much for the reviews. Hm… as for the reason why Sora left, well, it's no big secret and it's a typical reason really. I just didn't want to blurt it all out in the beginning 'cuz it kind of ruins the story, no? But don't get worked up over it, it's nothing to really think about too long ^_-
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Lol, Kawaii-Q, you've figured out my secret! Yes, yes, I do love Sora with long hair, maybe I'll alter around sometime… thank you for reviewing this fic and Ishida High, and keep updating, I need to read more of Happily After All!!
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Disclaimer: Digimon = not mine.
Chapter III – Day Two
A bushy haired man awoke to the rich aroma of coffee brewing in the morning. Kari never makes coffee… he thought as he sat groggily up in bed. Taichi yawned and scratched his head, slouching in his position on the bed as he tried to remember what had happened. It hit him hard and painfully. Sora.
Fully awake now, the chestnut haired man started to think about his ex-girlfriend again. She was the last thing he thought about at night, and the first thing in the morning. It was ridiculous, how could she possibly have that kind of effect on him after just one day? For god's sake, they haven't seen each other in two years! Taichi turned to swing his feet over the side of the bed and stand up. Grabbing a set of clothes from the closet he walked over to the bathroom, maybe a cold shower would do some good.
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Twenty minutes later, Taichi stepped out of the bathroom, clad in a pair of loose fitting jeans, a button down shirt, and completely convinced that the only reason why he couldn't get the auburn haired woman out of his mind was because the cause of the end of their relationship remained a mystery. Determined to stop the insanity and confront the woman, he made his way downstairs to the kitchen.
He found the auburn haired beauty bent over her work on the kitchen table. She was probably working on a book, seeing as how she had her laptop nearby. Sora was too involved with sketching playful characters in her sketchbook to acknowledge Taichi as he stepped into the room. Her hair was swept up in a simple ponytail, with loose strands flowing down to her calm features. A pair of oval silver rimmed glasses were balanced on the bridge of her nose, when had she gotten glasses?
Tai sighed; it was going to kill him if he didn't find out why she left him. "Look Sora, I'm sor-"
"I made some coffee, help yourself." Sora said, getting up stiffly as she collected her book and laptop, tucking the items under her arm as she walked out of the kitchen.
"Wait, Sora-" Tai reached out to grab her arm, almost making her drop the laptop.
"Yagami, you idiot, do you know what could have happened if I dropped it?!"
"I'm sorry, but Sora, just listen to me."
The auburn haired woman struggled to get out of his grasp, twisting her arm this way and that, but to no prevail. "Damnit! Fine, Taichi, talk!"
"Why did you leave me?"
"Because you were pissing me off!" The fiery woman retorted.
"You know what I mean, Sora."
She sighed, "You're always doing and saying things before you think, Taichi. I don't have time for this, I have a hotel to find." Wrenching her arm out of his grasp, Sora was finally free from his hold and walked quickly out of the room.
Tai let out an agonized groan and listened to the sound of the door upstairs being slammed shut. He leaned against the wall, letting the back of his head to hit against it with a loud 'thump.' Sora always did have a fiery temper, even when they were a couple; but, unlike what most people would think, it had only attracted Tai to her even more. She was spirited, independent, and always willing to stand up for what she deemed right. Sora hardly ever got upset at Tai, but even if she did, it was always easily resolved by a couple of sweet kisses. That was another great thing about her- she forgave quickly.
Sora very rarely got truly mad, but when she did, Tai only knew of one thing to do- run. It wasn't that she was violent, or that she'd throw tempers, but it was just that the woman just couldn't help but always be right. Sora Takenouchi could make you feel like such a bitch that you'd want to stay in your house for the rest of your life. Tai felt like that when she left him…
No! The chestnut haired man mentally scolded. Here he was, thinking about the past with Sora again, while the plan was to get an explanation, not get distracted. But who could help it when the one you were trying to interrogate had mesmerizing eyes, soft skin, rosy lips… "Aaaaaaaarg!" Taichi yelled out in frustration. Only Sora could do this to him- get him so distracted while he was trying to be angry with her. Obviously, it was no use.
Tai snapped back into reality when he heard the sound of something being dragged down the steps. Shit, she's leaving. He had spent so much time going over every single detail about her temper and how much he had loved it when they were dating that Sora had already packed up her belongings and was ready to leave.
He rushed out to the front of the house, only to see her bent down, and furiously flipping through the contents of her duffel bag. "Sora-"
She let out a frustrated sigh and waved her arms madly, "Damnit! Stupid umbrella… you know what? Forget it, I'm just going out in the rain." Standing up, she smoothed out her shirt and looked at the man before her, glaring daggers at him. "Goodbye Taichi. I know you're probably ecstatic that I'm leaving, so don't worry, I doubt I'll be coming back anytime soon," she said as she picked up the bag and opened the door with her free hand. She took in a breath and stepped outside in the rain. Sora just didn't care anymore, it was still raining cats and dogs but nothing, and I mean nothing was keeping her in that house with that man.
"Sora!" Tai called after her.
She ignored him and continued walking through the rain to the sidewalk, leaving the man with no other option but to run out there with her. Taichi caught up with the auburn haired woman quickly and wrapped a strong arm securely around her waist, lifting her up easily. "Yagami! What are you doing?!" Sora yelled.
He didn't stop until they were inside the house, dripping wet and soaking the carpet. Think Yagami, think! Don't make it too obvious that you want her to stay, say something smooth… "I don't want you to get sick, Sora." …reeeeeeeeeeeal smooth.
Regardless of what Tai was thinking, the comment seemed to work well. She paused and looked up at him through her wet bangs. "What?"
"I don't want you to get sick," he repeated, this time with more confidence. "It's raining nonstop. I know you love the rain, but you'll get sick for sure."
Sora grew quiet, "…you still remember?" she whispered.
"Of course."
Okay, so she had to admit, his reason was pretty considerate… and maybe it was kinda… touching that he remembered that she loved the rain, but that was no reason to stay, right? Sora glanced outside as the rain pelted heavily against the window, okay, maybe it wasn't the smartest idea to go out right now. She contemplated the options in her head and finally gave in, "Fine, but as soon as the rain lightens, I'm out." With that, she grabbed her bag and walked upstairs without another word.
Tai let out his breath; she was staying, for now.
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Sora lay on her bed, after just taking a shower to clean herself off. She refused to go downstairs and talk to Tai, avoid all contact… The lights had been turned off, and all that illuminated the room was the street light outside. She had the radio on, tuned in on her favorite station, but she wasn't really listening. So many things were running through her mind and she was just trying to straighten things out. Stupid Tai…
"…another woman… bastard…" the voice on the radio said loudly, catching Sora's attention. It was a game that the station occasionally played. People would call in and talk about their worst break ups. Not really a game, but it got people to participate, and afterwards, the callers would request a song dedicated to their ex. (strange station, huh? Well, they don't do it often…) Apparently some woman called in about their fiancé cheating on her with another woman.
Sora sympathized with the woman, why do people cheat anyways? No one deserves that. She was always honest and loyal, why couldn't he be? She gave him everything, but what about him? WHY?! What was wrong with people?! Couldn't they just pick someone and stick with them?! Sora knew the answer, no. It wasn't that simple, was it? And she understood, but damnit, she felt like being unreasonable at the moment!
So she sat there, being unreasonable and fuming, occasionally slamming her fist against the pillow. Stupid Taichi… why did he have to be so caring and kind? Darn it, it just made it so much harder to hate him. He was always so thoughtful, it was one of those things about him that made her fall in love with him in the first place.
"Sora?" A voice called from the front of the apartment. "Soraaaaaaaaaaaaaa?" The man repeated. After hearing no response he took off his shoes and went in search of the auburn haired woman. He found her sleeping on her bed, the blankets tossed about and mountains of Kleenexes scattered around. He frowned and immediately went to her bedside, and placed a hand on her forehead.
Ruby eyes opened up and focused on the figure before her. "Tai?" she groaned, "What are you doing here?"
"I have an extra key, you know." He paused and smiled before he continued. "I got worried when I heard you were sick."
Sora laughed, but it ended up in a loud throaty cough. "Tai, I'm not dying, I'm just a little sick."
He furrowed his brow, "You're burning up, Sora, don't tell me that you're fine."
"I'm fine."
Ignoring the comment, Tai stood and tucked her in gently, while cleaning up all of the tissues. "I'm going to make you some soup. Just stay in bed and let me take care of everything."
The auburn haired woman groaned, "Oh no…"
Tai chuckled, even with a temperature like the one that Sora had, she could still brighten up his day. He bent down to give her a slow kiss on the lips, but paused about an inch away when she started speaking.
"Careful Tai, you'll get sick," Sora warned.
He flashed her a handsome smile, "That'll never stop me."
"My breath reeks-" She was cut off as he leaned in to place his lips over hers.
The ringing of the phone snapped Sora out of her reminiscing. Deciding against picking up the phone, since it couldn't possibly be for her, she watched the device until finally, Tai answered the call in the living room.
After a while, Sora could still hear him on the phone and she grew curious. It had been half an hour, who was it that could talk that long with Tai? Creeping slowly to the door, she listened quietly in hopes of catching the person's name- not that it mattered, she was just curious.
"…mumble… mumble… yes… (sigh)… Mimi…"
Sora backed away from the door, and crawled back onto bed slowly. Mimi? Sinking down into the blankets and covering herself, she closed her eyes, trying to block it out. It was Mimi… so they were still going out? For some reason, the idea kind of nagged her. Forget it, Tai was his own person, and they were over. Who he chose to date wasn't her business.
But why did it hurt so much?
AN: HAHAHAHA! I have finished a chapter! Alright! Go me! Okay… not really, but I finished something… right? I got so sidetracked when I was writing this chapter… so erm… excuse me, please. Well once again, review please!