A/N: Hellooooo people! I'm very sorry for the fact that I did not update for such an extended period. --'' I cannot believe it's been…eight months since I've last updated! drops on knees and begs forgive me, my loyal readers! Explanation: I simply did not see any point in continuing this fic, but many have proved me wrong. Since so many had wanted this update, I cannot bare to disappoint my readers -. So…here's the long awaited update. I hope you enjoy. And remember to review -!

Unconditional Love

In Kai's Mind

I was drifting…drifting in an unfamiliar environment. Looking around, I saw nothing but black, a vortex of darkness. Venturing a step, I half expected to fall into the darkness. When I didn't, I got the courage to place another foot in front of my other, determined to find out more about this aphotic world. One foot in front of another…that's what I kept telling my mind. I was sure that if I had stopped, fear would seize my mind. Determined not to cower in terror, I kept walking for what seemed like eternity. The longer that I walked, the more it dawned on me that no matter how much I walked, I would still be in this pitch black spot.

'I can't get out...no matter what I try, no matter how long I walk, I can't get out.'

Coming upon this realization, I slowly sunk onto my knees, and buried my face in my hands. For the first time in my life, I was lost; for the first time in my life, I could not come up with a strategy to get out of a sticky situation; for the first time in my life, I lost control…

'Where am I? Where is everyone! Please…someone…help me…'

I just knelt there, for what seemed like eternity, praying that someone, anyone would come and reach out a hand. Suddenly, a picture of someone's face flashed through my mind. He had long, ebony hair, which he kept in a long braid. The boy in my mind also had a pair of hypnotic golden, cat-like eyes and cat-like fangs that completed his feline-like features.

'Wow…he's so…mysterious…'

Try as I might, I cannot match a name to this teen's features. In the back of my mind, I knew that I recognized who this boy is, but for some reason, no matter how much I thought, I cannot remember his name or another about this boy, for that matter. Frustrated, I raked my hands through my hair. I had a feeling in my subconscious that this boy played an important role in my life…but if he was so important, how come I cannot remember him?

'God, I'm so fucked up. I can't remember anything…Ok…let's see…I'm sure I am perfectly capable of remember other events in my life…right?'

Rummaging my mind, I found pieces of my memories. Memories like the Bladebreakers, my teammates: Max, Tyson and Kenny, a bit about myself, but no matter how hard I try, I cannot remember anything about the feline-like boy. That mere thought frustrated me.

Not knowing what to do, I stayed like this, kneeling and my head in my hands. I prayed with all my soul that someone would give me a hand, to help me and guide me into a place that I recognized. For some strange reason, I fervently wished that the person who saved me would be that golden eyed boy.

Doctors rushed in and out of Rei's room, carrying items that Max and Tyson could not recognize for the life of them. Unconsciously, their hands found its way into each other's as they both seek some form of comfort in each other's touch. They were both pushed into a corner in the now crowded hospital room. Both cringed as they could clearly see Rei's agony in his features as the doctors poked and probed him everywhere.

Both were in a state of fear; fear for Rei's health and Kai's well-being. They also did not know what to do. Should they go search for Kai or remain with Rei?

A moan from the patient caught everyone's attention. Despite all the tubes and needles poked into Rei, he still tossed and turned on the bed, as if in a bad dream. His pale hands gripped onto the bed sheets as if it would relive some of his internal pain. Beads of sweat trickled down his face and hit the sweat covered bed sheets below.

Seeing their teammate in so much pain torn Tyson and Max's hearts apart. They hoped beyond hope that Rei would get better, and soon. He didn't deserve this kind of torture, he didn't deserve the pain that he was suffering.

"Kai…" Rei murmured, still delirious, "Kai…help me…" As Rei whispered his name, a stream of tears poured out of his closed eyes and his face was twisted in pain.

"Kai…help me…please…please…" Rei whispered one last time before his mind slowly began to shutdown.

The doctors and nurses in the room immediately snapped back to attention when they realized the difference with their charge. Within seconds, the bustling began again as the doctors added more lines this time, they connected them to Rei's head and started to monitor the machine beside Rei's bed.

Max and Tyson held their breath as they watched the doctor monitor Rei's brain activity. Their grip on each other tightened as none knew what to expect.

After what seemed like hours, when actually only a few minutes passed, the doctor turned away from the screen and with a guarded expression, turned to face Max and Tyson.

Clamping his hands together, he slowly walked to them and said without any emotions in his voice, "I'm sorry boys, your friend is near brain dead. I am a bit surprised because under normal circumstances, he would have been brain dead a long time ago, but it seemed liked he was holding onto something. We've done all we could for him, I'm sorry boys but without a miracle…" The doctor trailed off, leaving the ending unsaid.

The news was all Max needed to break down and sob. He felt his heart go out for his friend. Rei had been Max's friend, helped him with blading and taught Max the fundamentals of life.

Seeing his close friend in such a pained state, Tyson felt his heart go out to both Max and Rei. He could not bare to see Max in such a saddened state nor could he accept the fact that one of his teammate is on the verge of death. Without even realizing it, a string of tears left his eyes as Tyson joined Max in grieving for their teammate and best friend.

Kai's Mind

"Kai…help me…" Someone whimpered.

My head snapped immediately when I heard a voice pleading for my help. Desperately, I glanced around, trying without prevail to locate the source of the familiar voice.

"Kai…help me please…" The voice whispered again.

Now getting desperate, I got back onto his feet and walked in a full circle, hoping to see whoever it was the voice belongs to. Even as I searched, I knew in the back of my mind, who the voice belonged to. Again, his face flashed in my mind, making me cringe in confusion.

"Who the hell are you? Fuckin' show yourself!" I yelled into the darkness, not really expecting an answer.

I waited and waited, for the voice to speak again. When nothing happened, I yelled again, "Who are you! Show yourself!"

As if answering my question, a flash of light appeared. I whipped my head around to the source of the light and immediately put up my hand to shield my eyes, which had grown accustom to the darkness, from its blinding rays.

There, in front of me, was the boy in my thoughts. He looked even more handsome in real life.

'He looks like a god…wait…maybe he is one…' I mused to myself.

Slowly, the teen walked towards me, even his walk resembled that of a graceful feline. As he got closer, I saw a small smile that was graced upon his lips. I was mesmerized by this boy, this unknown teen in front of me.

I was so wrapped up in thought that I did not realize how quickly the distance closed between us. When I finally realized, I felt his warm breath upon my neck. Glancing down at the shorter boy, I couldn't help but meet his golden eyes. Immediately, his eyes held me, and as much I tried, I couldn't tear my eyes away from his.

Now I knew for sure I had met him somewhere before, I knew him. But, I still cannot come up with his name…that thought frustrated me to no end.

"Who are you…?" I murmured.

He did not reply. Rather, he reached up a hand and slowly caressed my cheek. His delicate fingers slowly traced the outlines of the blue painting on my cheeks. If possible, his smile widened even further.

A strange feeling grew inside my chest, a bubbly feeling. His mere touch was enough to send shivers up and down my spine and his smile felt like it had just lit up the darkness. Just seeing his smile, made every fear, frustration and anger vanish, leaving only contentment.

I tried, once again to ask who he was and why he was here. All I received was his affectionate smile. Just when I was about to give up asking and just enjoy the effect of this stranger being here, the teen decided to open his mouth.

Slowly, his mouth formed the words, "help me…Kai…"

I felt as if my heart was broken when he whispered those three words. I felt so helpless, just standing there, not knowing what to do. Unsure, I slowly wrapped my arms around his fragile body and felt him relax to my touch. Slowly, I felt his head on my shoulders and I let out a sigh. It felt like I could stay here, my arms around this boy, for the rest of eternity.

But…things never do go my way. Slowly, the boy gently pushed away from my tight embrace. With a last smile he turned and slowly began to walk away, taking the light with him. The further he walked, the darker my world became. Desperately, I tried to yell, to convince for him to come back and be with me again but suddenly, it seemed like someone took away my ability to speak.

I watched, hopelessly as the ebony haired boy disappeared into the darkness. When the last ray of light disappeared, I felt a familiar loneliness deep inside myself. I would give anything, ANYTHING to feel his touch again, to see his smile, to hold him tight and never let go.

Suddenly, a thought popped into my mind.

'Is this love?'

TBC

A/N: LOL! Finally! Done…:D Hope you guys like it! I didn't kill Rei…yet…- I'm evil yup yup yup. Anyways tell me what you think, and don't forget to review! - Pretty please? - Oh and I need a beta reader for this story. My grammar really sucks and I need someone who is willing to proofread my chapters before they are published. Of course, your grammar must be good. - Any volunteers? Well…that's all…don't forget to review!

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