May
By Timberwolf220
-Love follows no rules except the ones it sets for itself-
—Tyson Kinomiya in "O-machi shite imasu"
A/N: That was one quote from that story I actually thought was quite good. And to think that story came about because of my first flame. It wasn't even a good flame for that matter.
-XX-
Time is precious, just a precious as a budding relationship is. Time grows slowly and becomes valuable for those who see it for it is; an opportunity. Time is the rough sensation of sand running past your clenched fist into the ground. Time is a friend and an enemy. More than anything, Time is a thief at night who steals to put bread on his table.
Kai understood the value of time, the precocious and intangible element that few have grasped completely with its complexity. He assumed it was because of his past in the Abbey; that dogged tenacity to survive each day. So, when Kai was given a chance to learn from his mistakes, he tends not to repeat them.
But, as time moved onwards like it always does, Kai had been happy.
As happy as a person with his personality would be.
They were in the backyard of Tyson's dojo. Max was loafing around, Kenny was typing something on Dizzy, Rei was lying on his back staring at the sky in a dazed manner and Tyson was sweeping away the sakura petals that had covered the backyard. Tyson huffed and threw down his broom, "This is ridiculous…Dragoon!" He launched his beyblade, ignoring the frightened yelps from Rei and Max. His grin was wide and bursting at the seams, as Dragoon swept away the petals and sent them in a corner. Tyson recalled Dragoon and smiled with satisfaction, "That's a lot better."
Max poked Tyson, "Ever heard the expression, 'Exercise is good for you?'" Max said blandly.
Tyson blinked, "It's an expression?"
Kenny snickered as Max rolled his eyes, "You're wasting your time there Max. Tyson is dense when it comes to literary quotes,"
"Am not!" came the indignant shout.
As for Kai, he was leaning at the back of sakura tree watching the others simply lay back and relax. The beyblade season was picking up speed with the vacation beginning, but nobody was in the mood to train today and this time Kai didn't feel like pushing them (simply because he felt the same way).
Out hopes and dreams lay on the same path, Kai thought observing his teammates silently, we all are trying to become better…and we're doing it together…
The fact that he can admit that proves he has come a long way. He has managed to tenaciously shed the bonds of the past and look at the new pathway in front of him.
The future never quite looked so beautiful before.
And there were his teammates. Each one he gave a measure of respect (which, he grudgingly admitted, they deserved) and each one had their own fears to overcome. Rei still bore the scars from Bryan's battle and Max and Kenny nearly lost what they had just regained. And Tyson was alone on the ice, bemoaning his own weakness when the trust of his own strength, the test that all must face, was to be shown.
As for himself…drifting aimlessly on the ice, wondering whether he made the right choice. Would he ever find out whether he made the right choice? Did he make the right choice? He had a feeling he would never truly know, never truly understand the consequences of making choices like that.
Maybe he should recall another literary quote: Ignorance is bliss
Half a year…Kai remembered how everything spun into being with that fateful September with Tyson. Then, everything was thrown into the air and Kai found himself stumbling again.
My foothold, Kai smiled fondly as he watched Tyson tackle Max into the ground and tickle his senseless. Kenny was shaking his head sadly while Rei was laughing, holding his head in place as he pointed at Max. Max was shrieking in pleasure and Tyson's eyes were bright, bright for eyes that held so dark a colour. Like semi-clear pools under canopy forest where little light dares to fall. Like the tremble of leaves over the water…
His eyes were mystical, Kai stated finally watching Max tumble and Tyson giving him a hand to stand up straight, eyes that watch you silently in the dark, always watching.
Always watching me, Kai realized, always taking care of me, always checking on me. I would have fallen with neglect without Tyson here. And he would have lost himself and his purpose a long time ago if I hadn't reminded him.
We need each other, Kai concluded, getting up quietly and brushing the dirt from his pants.
Tyson was apologizing to Max and Max was looking rather sheepish. Tyson felt his shoulder being tapped and turned around, his eyes bright, brighter than they were with Max.
"Ah! Kai, we were just—," Lips descended on his open mouth and all Tyson could do was blink in shock while Rei and Max catcalled and Kenny's jaw was quite comfortable with the ground. Tyson melted into him and they faded into the background.
We need each other, Kai remembered thinking to himself, and I won't lose something precious to me a second time.
Not again.
-XX-
A/N: A short chapter, just to sum up that this relationship has somewhat come full circle and that's what I wanted this chapter to prove. No conflicts from Rei, no random admirers and stalkers, no fights, no internal problems…life seems peachy, right? Right?
-The truth isn't simple-
-Nor is it pure-
-Just be sure-
-Of your purpose-
—Author's Observations
Omnimaevolent: Umm...thanks. Do you want me to explain it for you?
Luvyagal: Rei and Tyson remain...untold. Plot devices my friend! But I should have explained 'Carpe Diem' or I shoudl have recommended Leila's fics to you. 'Carpe Diem' means 'Seize the Day'. Little Leila, a good friend of mine wrote a fic on it. You should read it if you want to learn more.
Kai's the Best: Definitely. And yet, the Kai/Rei flows. (sighs)
Yazzy: I saw it. It was really good! But I never knew this story could be described as squishy. That's new.
Yami FireKali: Dryad's right y'know. Your previous spy story had me running in circles. Literally. But still good with all the TyKaness, so I won't complain Kali-chan. PS: I wrote a Sanzo/Goku one-shot. Absolute nonsense, but my first Sanzo/Goku!
XZanayu: Man, you people are pushy. I'm not revealing anything yet, so you'll have to wait.
Mikin Ishida: I'm continuing it, so stop crying (hands you a hanky) I'll finish, don't worry.
Dead Cat: I will, I will. I don't blame you for missing this. I have so many stories posted up, you might get lost in them. But what about your stories honey? I'm still waiting for Phantom to get updated.
ShadowedDarkness: You cried? Wow...I seem to be doing that a lot lately.
JadesRose: Thanks for the advice. I'll try and keep that in mind when I'm uploading.
Plushie Heartless: Um, no guarantees (winces as Plushie Heartless starts bawling) Umm, please stop. Your sister writes as well? Sounds like another great sister due (hint)Arashi and Jaici(hint)
Kitten Have Claws: No, not the Smurf Army! They're so scary. (shudders) and so very blue. As for Tyson being a strong person... You can be strong outside, but harbor your weaknesses inside. Sound familiar? Kai used to do that.
Yukiko-Angel: I wrote a Robert/Johnny once for livejournal. TyRa, there's one really good TyRa writer called jou-kaiba-mokie (I think I spelt it right). I recommend that for TyRa and Weeping Angel for TyTa.
Kaay-chan: It isn't so (sweatdrops) You're a dramatic one, aren't you? But I'm confirming that for you.
Hanishi: More you shall have!
xXxAngel xVxXx: Here's your update. Enjoy!
I'mAGirlXD: Well, the genre is angst. But this is a happier chapter, so don't feel so sad.
Shinobi KazeKage: I wanted to write a fic with Kai-focus. Tyson focus is there as well, but mainly Kai. A new angle and as I called it in the beginning, an experiment.