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Hey, you guys. Sorry for the delay; I've just been too busy lately. Anyway, the new chapter features a song by Leanne Rimmes. Hope you like it!

P.S.

I have a feeling the end of this chapter may not be in favor for some of you. But, believe me, the story won't end here. …Oops…I think I've said too much already.

Chapter V: A New Beginning

That night TK, along with Patamon, were outside on the balcony of his apartment watching the stars. Ms. Takaishi had invited Matt and Mr. Ishida over for dinner. Matt had just finished helping his mother clear the table and wash the dishes when he spotted TK outside.

TK was leaning on the railings deep in thought. For some odd reason, he couldn't help but feel a wave of guilt wash over him from today's episode at the park. Suddenly, he sensed another presence and turned to see Matt and Gabumon walk up to him.

Matt was smiling widely. "Wedding bells are ringing, TK."

"What are you talking about, Matt?" TK gave him a quizzical look.

"This is the first time in years since I've seen Mom and Dad get along so well. Not once over dinner did an argument start."

"That doesn't mean that they're planning to remarry."

"I know, but there's a possibility isn't there?"

TK smiled. "It would be nice to have Mom and Dad together again."

"I'm with you on that."

"We'll see you guys later." Gabumon said.

"Where are you going?" Matt asked.

"We're gonna go play a game of chess." Patamon answered as the two digimon left the balcony.

Matt shook his head amusingly and gave a light chuckle. Then he noticed that TK had all of a sudden become quiet. He turned to his younger brother who had a look of disappointment painted across his face. "Is there something wrong, TK?"

There was a moment's silence before TK answered. "Matt, do you remember Yumi?"

"Yumi?"

"Yeah. You met her when you came to Tomoeda for a visit."

"Oh, Yumi! Yeah, I remember her. What about her?"

"Well, it turned out that she's visiting her relatives here in Odiaba. She came over earlier when she told me she…loved me. Then out of the blue we were kissing." TK bit his lip.

Matt blinked. "So, what happened?"

"I told her that I didn't feel the same way."

"Why in the world did you do that!"

TK staggered at Matt's unexpected outburst. "What was I supposed to do? Tell her I love her when I really don't? I still love Kari, Matt, and I can't…"

"Would you listen to yourself! TK, I know you still love Kari but you're dreaming of something that might never happen. Even you said you have no chance with her now that she's with Ryo. Stop dawning yourself on the past. You have to move on. You've been given another chance. Take advantage of it. You may not know it now, but somewhere in your heart you just may love Yumi the same way she loves you, TK."

"I don't know, Matt."

"I think about it, TK."

With that, Matt left; leaving TK to ponder upon the lecture his older brother had just given him.

TK stared out into the night sky. Recalling his encounter today, he remembered the sadness in Yumi's expression. Yet he also recalled her angelic beauty when she confessed her love to him. TK sighed. Suddenly, realization hit him. 'I do love Yumi. Why had I not seen it before? I'm such a fool. I should move on rather than dawn myself on the past. Yumi must be heart broken. I have to find a way to somehow make it up to her.'

That night, TK laid, restlessly, in bed, thinking of how he should confess his new found feelings to Yumi. TK's eyes wandered over to his guitar in the far corner of his room. He had learned to play the guitar from Matt about 3 years ago and ever since then he's been composing songs of his own. Suddenly, an idea came to mind. TK smiled, and laid back down, this time falling into a peaceful sleep.

The following day, TK was at the beach, with his guitar at hand, waiting for Yumi to arrive. He had called earlier and told her to meet him here. Crystal blue waves gently flowed into the shore as the sun's golden rays reflected upon the water, making it look like a sea of jewels.

Despite the serene environment, TK was rather anxious about telling Yumi his newly discovered feelings for her. For one thing, he nervously paced back and forth talking to himself. Suddenly, he heard footsteps coming from behind him. He turned to find Yumi smiling up at him.

"Hey, TK."

"Hi, Yumi."

"You wanted to talk to me?"

"Yeah…about that…well…"

Yumi narrowed her eyes suspiciously, puzzled at TK's strange behavior. Then, all of a sudden, she laughed as the golden-haired teen stared at her, blinking.

"What's so funny?" he asked.

Yumi chuckled one last time before answering. "You, silly. You should listen to yourself. You're not making any sense!" She laughed some more.

Hearing Yumi's laughter took the weight off of TK's shoulder as his mood lightened up. He smiled. "Yeah, I guess I am acting a bit weird, huh? Sorry about that."

"That's okay. So, what did you want to talk to me about?"

'Okay Takaishi, this is it. Get a hold of yourself. This is not the first time you've done this.' TK drew in a deep breath. "Well, Yumi, I was just thinking…"
"About?"

TK sighed. "About yesterday and how I acted like such a fool."

Yumi was at a lost. "What are you talking about, TK?"

"I'm really sorry, Yumi. You confessed your love to me and what did I do? I turned you down. Thanks to Matt, I finally came to my senses. And, well…I think I've finally found that special someone to sing this song to."

A small gasp escaped Yumi's mouth as TK began to strum his guitar. A few moments later, TK's voice joined in with the music.

Look at the sky; tell me what do you see? Just close your eyes and describe it to me.

The heavens are sparkling with starlight tonight,

That's what I see through your eyes.

I see the heavens each time that you smile,

I hear your heartbeat just go on for miles,

And suddenly, I know my life is worthwhile,

That's what I see through your eyes.

That's what I see through your eyes…

Here in the night,

I see the sun,

Here in the dark,

Our two hearts are one.

It's out of our hands; we can't stop what we have begun,

And love just took me by surprise,

Looking through your eyes.

Looking through…your eyes…

Yumi looked astounded. A few minutes passed before she finally recovered from the state of shock. Then she smiled. But, not just any smile. Her smile was of pure joy. Her face glowed and her eyes sparkled like never before.

"TK…I don't know what to say."

"You don't have to say anything." TK smiled as he lifted her chin up and kissed her lightly on the lips.

After a couple of seconds, the kiss deepened. Yumi wrapped her arms around TK's neck as he encircled his around her waist. The kiss lasted for a few more seconds before the two teenagers parted. They held each other, their foreheads touching.

TK smiled. "I haven't been this happy for the longest time." The keeper of hope pulled his newfound love closer and embraced her. Yumi gladly returned the embrace, unaware of another presence watching them from not too far away.

Nearby, Kari watched the twosome embrace each other as droplets of tears began to form on the corners of her eyes.

She had just returned from TK's apartment to drop off his jacket. It was to her disappointment when Ms. Takaishi told her TK wasn't home. But, now, it's to her greater disappointment to find that TK had fallen in love with someone else. Her heart shattered into millions of irreplaceable pieces when she saw him kiss Yumi. 'Why do I feel this way? Why should I care if TK is in love with someone else?' Kari took one last glance at the new couple.

"I guess this is good-bye, TK." She quietly whispered. Then Kari turned away and quietly and sadly headed back home.