Author note: I'm feeling happy today. As some of you know, my English teacher is the one who makes me have writers block, since he gives the whole class tons of stories to write. But I talked to him today and he said I could submit chapters of my fanfic for marks! Yay! Anywho, this chapter some of you might be a little confused. It doesn't finish off the ending from the last chapter but instead skips like a month or two ahead. If you just follow along you'll understand after a while. Just think of thefirst four chapters as a big prologue. And I have writer's block right now. But I promise the next chapter will be better written so don't get too mad. I also added a song at the beginning of this chapter because it fits with the theme so well and as I told you the first four chapters were a kind of prologue so the song symbolizes the start of the 'real' fic. O.k, it's time for reviewer responses! I hope I've mentioned before that you guys rock, 'cause it's true!!!
Mrs. Sumpter- I know it is kind of confusing! Chapters, 1, 2, 3 and 4 were all just a prologue for the actual story. There will defiantly be more 'moments' between Kai and Hilary. I'm glad you like the story so far, but your opinion might be changed in this chapter...Not to sound foreboding or anything, but I have a little writers block write now. Thank-you for the review!
Chibi-Kari- Thank-you for the review and compliments. You might be disappointed to know that you probably won't find out what happened to Hilary until the last like...3 or 2 chapters I believe. Sorry, but it will keep you guessing. Most people will have already guessed correctly at what happened before the last chapters.
Hutchy- That's right! Kai is getting closer to the truth, step by step. He must be really patient. Thanks for the review.
Random Reviewer- Thank-you for another interesting review! The last chapter was kind of a cliffhanger, but you never really find out what happens. Instead it skips a couple months ahead. I cannot answer your question on the stronger will thing. I thought about it, but can't decide. I also won't answer your beyblades question because I'll obey your wish and let you find out for yourself. I won't say 'Hope you like the next chapter!' because there is an 80 chance you won't. I have writers block (boo, hoo!)
Devour Thy Flame- I have to say, I love your name. I'm glad you like my fic and I hope you will enjoy, the final product. Thank-you for the review!
Phoenix-Roar- Thank-you for the compliments and review! I have a feeling you won't like this next chapter, because, as I've mentioned already like 5 times, I have writers block, but it will get back on track soon I promise!
Kais Devil- Lol, I hope I updated fast enough for you! You probably won't find out what happened to Hilary for a while yet. Hope you can wait and thanks for reviewing!
LightningAurora- You might be able to give criticism on this chapter because I simply can't write well. There is like no inspirationin my life right now... I have writer's block! But I think things will get back on track next chapter...hopefully! Thank-you for your constant reviews!
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Diclaimer: I do not own Beyblade,or any of it's characters and never will. I also do not own Right In Front of You, by Celene Dion.
Heaven's Call
Life, it can twist your heart
Put you in the dark, I was cold and lonely...
Moonlit Good-bye...
Two Months Later
A lonely brunette pushed her way through the throng of people crowded around on the busy street. She was in a very somber mood, just wanting to get out of the crowd and reacting to her feelings, her feet picked up speed. Never even glancing into the windows of stores, she finally made it onto a less crowded road. The girl kept her eyes downcast and walked fast, her feet dragging on the gravel. A few people glanced curiously at the slender brunette, apparently in a big rush, but no one cared to the point of stopping her.
When she actually made it to a deserted road by turning right at a corner, she sighed and let her head fall back facing the sapphire sky above her. Her ruby eyes flashed in the sunlight as she watched a tiny bird fly from a fence to a tree. A feeling of calm overtook her lately edgy composure as she walked down the silent road. Even before the disturbing phone call she had got two months ago, she had always preferred to be alone, where she could find peace with herself. The girls walking pattern slowed to a leisurely pace and she started to hum under her breath moving her lips slightly to emit parts of the song.
"Hmmm, hmmm...hmmm...hmm."
Her song sounded strangely eerie when her voice cast mocking echoes flinging along the stone fences of the road. Lowering her head back down, the girl peered around to make sure no one was listening and her cheeks heated with embarrassment. Her feet picked up an unheard beat and she started to run down the sloping, cement-covered hill towards Tyson's dojo.
On entering the dojo Hilary was greeted with unusual complete silence and so not to disturb it, she crept inside and shut the door very carefully. Taking off her shoes she perked her ears up to listen for Tyson's inevitable chatter and soon heard a quiet conversation emitting from the kitchen. She placed her shoes on the braided rug and her feet padded softly down the wooden hallway toward the kitchen.
Tyson's navy blue head swung toward the doorway on Hilary's arrival in the kitchen. His lips bloomed in a wide smile and he greeted her with a little wave of his hand, indicating her to make herself comfortable. She nodded her head briefly, relaying her feelings on Tyson's reaction to her outburst two months ago. Tyson had dismissed it as a family thing, and moved on according to the usual distracted side of his personality. After he got over the shock of seeing her act in such a manner, Hilary suspected that he forgot about it as often as not, although sometimes she could see a wariness in his eye when he looked at her, as if he though she might explode at any second.
Hilary moved over to the table and Max gave a little wave and whispered "Hey, Hilary!" She smiled back at him and gave a little wave of her own. Max had been the most sweet about how she had acted that night two months ago. Telling her it was all right and not to worry about it, and despite being so fragile ways of reassurance they made Hilary feel a little better all the same. Though darkness still loomed on the horizon, threatening to consume her more every day.
She moved on down the table to Ray who's golden orbs studied her a moment before giving her a smile and patting the chair next to him. She smiled slightly and took her place next to him, crossing her legs under the table. After her outburst, Ray had been supportive in his own way and waited till everyone else comforted her before almost copying Max's exact words. Hilary's smile faded a little as she thought of how much they had supported her. Of course, all of them had asked why she was so upset, but she wouldn't tell them to the disappointment of the others. They didn't know exactly how to help her, when the problem was shrouded with fog.
Glancing around the kitchen her head drooped when she couldn't catch sight of Kai. But then her heart did a little flip-flop in her chest as she caught sight of him, hidden in the shadows of the right corner of the kitchen. Her cheeks reddened a little even now at the thought of the morning after she had broken down.
Why would I be so excited to see him? It doesn't matter anyway...
"Ahem! Now that everyone is here I believe Ray and Max have an announcement?"
Eyes filmed over with thoughts, Hilary really didn't hear what Tyson was shouting about to the whole kitchen. Her thoughts were on the slate haired teen resting almost lazily on the wall behind her. Kai had been more understanding then she thought he could ever be capable of. When he had comforted her as she was crying the day after her outburst, she felt...empathy, like Kai knew what she was going through. Though it was impossible. His coldness was like a frozen wall, keeping everyone out, but somehow he had made room for her, and made her feel safe, even if it was only for a little while. Even though he hadn't come and talked to her, assuring her it was all right, she still was some how comforted by his silent presence. A feeling had bloomed deep in her chest that day as Kai comforted her. She couldn't quite name the it but was almost afraid to. Intuition told her to be afraid of what it might be.
Hilary herself had changed most of all. She felt as if a bomb had gone off and her and the boys were the only survivors. But now they refused to talk about it or admit the bomb had even exploded in the first place. A whole chapter was missing in her life and the book was getting nearer and nearer to the end. She couldn't even clearly remember what had gone on that night, she could only recall faint feelings of twisted pain and rage. And a blind feeling of all hope lost, that she herself was lost, and it was impossible to come back into the light.
"Um...Hilary? Are you listening!?"
Tyson's familiar voice brought her out of her musings and she turned around with a faint tinge of red on her cheeks. Uncrossing her legs under the table, she cleared her throat and weakly replied.
"Sorry..."
Ray and Max stood up and Max waved her apology down. Tyson replaced Max's seat at the table and smirked slightly at Hilary's seemingly absent mindlessness. Hilary gave a slight glare back at him, defying her new, more introverted personality since her breakdown. Her ruby eyes turned back to focus on Ray who was surveying his friends with a grave expression and even Max's beautiful sapphire eyes looked a little nervous, though he cleared his throat as if there was nothing to worry about.
"Um...ya. O.K, so we have an announcement and I am not sure how to put this...but..."
Hilary sat up straight and payed close attention to the two boys and their body language. Something was wrong. By the way the both looked so nervous, something had to be.
Something's gonna change...again...so suddenly...
Ray took over Max's pathetic attempt to break the news and squared his shoulders bravely. "Max and I have decided to go back to our own homes. It's been awhile and the World Championships won't be coming for a long time yet. We need...we want to see our families and friends again."
Ray's golden orbs took in all their reactions. Tyson's outraged expression, Hilary's slump as if she had been expecting this and was too tired to think, and Kai's neutral look, though he finally did turn to acknowledge them.
He took a deep breath and let pity finally seep in to his features. "Come on guys, it won't be that bad...we'll probably see each other again pretty soon..."
But by the graveness and sorrow he could see starting to line all their features, he knew it was not to be. They were all getting older and there were very few times in their life that they were destined to meet again. The time of the Bladebreakers, was over.
Over...
Moonlight streamed down through branches of the trees and lit the top of them like the pale fire of a hundred candles. Darkness reigned and the moon was the only source of light that could be seen from the backyard of Tyson's dojo. A soft breeze stirred and played with the edges of Hilary's hair, where she was sitting on the edge of the dojo's porch. Her fingers stroked the wooden surface as her thoughts lingered on the heart-breaking news that had been announced today. Sighing, she raised her eyes up to look at the beautiful, shining orb hanging in the sky. As she listened to the crickets chirp she wondered at the mystery and beauty of the moon.
No one...or nothing to hold it down...
Again she heaved a sigh and lay back covering herself with her arms. The pain that weighed down her heart was beginning to become unbearable and she was glad the two Bladebreakers were leaving. When the time came, she didn't think she could bear it if they were here. But she would never forget them. Not for...for the rest of her life. They would live in her memory until the day she died.
Without her noticing, a small, silver tear escaped the corner of her eye and lay on her cheek, glistening in the moonlight. Her brows knitted in a tilted line as she closed her eyes in misery.
Is their no one to help me?
A soft sob escaped her lips, closely followed by another.
Night is the time of safety, when emotions come clear. True self may be revealed from the mask that hides it by day. Pain, as well as joy is released to the surface and help may come if it is wished for...
"Hilary?"
The soft whisper that swept by her ears made her stifle her tears and sit up again. Her lips opened slightly, and she glanced up at the now silent, dark form of Kai. He took her silence as an invitation and sat down beside her, dangling his feet and leaning back on his elbows.
"Wanna talk about it?"
Hilary shifted herself so her knees were drawn up to her chin and her arms were wrapped tightly around her knees. She dropped her chin and raised her eyes to the moon again. Her reply was soft but Kai's keen ears picked up every word.
"I wish I could but...I can't...I'm sorry..."
He caught the porcelain tear that fell silently down her cheek and sighed softly.
"It's o.k."
Twisting slightly he reached behind him and pulled off the jacket that he was wearing. Hesitantly he draped it over her bare shoulders.
Why am I acting like this? I don't care...
Yes you do.
The other voice that filled his mind startled him. Kai shook his head and frowned but soon forgot as he once again glanced at Hilary staring up into the sky looking so lost. He didn't know how anyone could ignore that look, so beautiful but ever so painful. Like a tragic princess in a fairy tale. His gaze returned to the treetops and the wash of pale beauty that was lighting it.
The moon shone on, oblivious to the real world and it's boundaries. No one told it that it couldn't float in the sky, and show off its beauty while shrouding itself in mystery. It didn't feel the pain and reality of the real world. It didn't know chains of responsibility like we all do. All it felt was the rush of being free and the call of places unbound. So it lagged along happily, continuing its exploration of space and leaving two teens with only each other for comfort, in a world of darkness.
Authors note: Ahhh! I just realized that I forgot about Kenny! Um...just pretend he was at the store or something, O.K? I really like my ending for some reason and I've decided to dedicate it to my friend who thinks that 'stealing doesn't hurt anyone in any way'. What a loser! Just kidding Shawn! I'll do my best to make the next chapter better! R&R and tell me how bad it is! Lol!!!