Chapter 7- Pain

Anzu never felt happier. Ryou just confessed to her. She was glad that he was the one that confessed, because she knew that she would never have the guts to tell him how she feels, and would still be daydreaming about him thinking it can never work out.

"Come; let's go back down, the guys are waiting for us." Ryou took her hand and together the couple walked down to the cafeteria.

When they reached the table where the others were sitting, Joey and Tristan started wooting and yelling after seeing the two holding hands, while Yami grinned at them and gave them a thumbs up. The two poor teens blushed madly, while failing desperately to maintain a glare at the two goofs.

"Took ya two long enuff ta get together, I knew ya both had a thing for each other all along!" Joey said laughing

"Congratulations you two!" Yami said.

"Yeah, let's make a toast for them!" Tristan said. The three boys held up their pop cans and banged them together. "To Ryou and Anzu!" They cheered. The two teens sweat dropped and blushed. "Thanks guys, but this isn't necessary, you're attracting attention!" Joey grinned. "That's the point!" They sighed and tried to have a good time.


Lunch was over, and it was time to go to class. In the middle of history class, Anzu felt sleepy and lightheaded again. Not wanting to fall asleep in class again, she asked for permission to go to the bathroom so she can splash cold water on her face.

After doing so, Anzu looked herself in the mirror. She frowned at what she saw; her eyes were dull, and it had large dark eye bags under them. Her hair was limp and dead, and her face was pale as ever. It didn't matter how much make up she puts on, it still can't hide her paleness and her sickness. 'I hate mirrors...I hate my reflection'

Suddenly without warning, a sharp pain shot through her body causing her to double over in pain. Anzu let out a struggled scream and gripped the side of the sink making her knuckles turn deathly white. Her breath was forced and raggedy. Remember the pills the doctor gave her, she rummaged through her purse, throwing everything out. Finally finding the blue pills, she popped one into her mouth and swallowed it without water. After a couple of minutes of sitting on the floor, the pain finally started to subside and she was able to stand up. Anzu was glad she was the only one in the washroom, or else some one may have thought she was taking drugs. Picking up her things and wiping off her cold sweat, she made her way back to the classroom.

"Anzu, what happen? You took more than ten minutes!" the teacher yelled when she came in.

Anzu became nervous, the students were staring at her and Ryou was giving her a look of concern.

"Sorry, I was just talking to a teacher in the halls" she lied. "It won't happen again" 'I hope...'

"Alright, take your seat"

Anzu let out a sigh of relief and gave Ryou a reassuring smile for he was still looking at her in concern.

After school, Ryou went to Anzu's locker to wait for her. "Hey Anzu, are you sure you're okay? You looked pretty sick when you came in the classroom."

"I'm fine Ryou, trust me"

He looked at her uncertainly. "What's that?" he pointed to a dark spot on her neck. "Huh?" she asked. "Oh, I must have hit my neck somewhere." She replied.

"Be careful." He said not entirely sure. 'Don't hide anything from me Anzu'

"You know you can always tell me anything right?" he asked her suddenly.

"Of course I know, don't worry, I'm fine! Really I am...and I promise I'll tell you everything" 'Except for this'

Ryou looked more relieved now. "Common, lets get you home shall we?" he said as he took her backpack off her shoulder and held her hand. Together they walked out of the school where the others were waiting for them.

'I really hope you do tell me everything...because something tells me you're not really fine at all...'


Noble Paladin- Hey you, I know this chapter isn't long, but my mind is clouded and I'm too lazy to think.

UltraAnimeFangurl2004- I feel better now. Thanks though! Hope you aren't disappointed by the short chapter!

Kisara Koi- yup, they're finally together finally. Thanks for the update!

Mangachick19418- Hey, thanks for the reply, hopefully I can come up with the next chapter soon.

Russle- hey dude. Yes they are finally together, notice how my stories take so long to get to the romance parts?

Mya starnight- Jade Iyani Brown eh? That's a nice name! Anzu going to Egypt? That would make the story lag on too long, besides, she's got only 2 more months.

Yamia-Chan- Yes, I hope I can fit a lot of angst in here. Yeah counselors don't help at all; they just make your life worse!

Eve-Of-Misery- Well I'm sorry to here you say that, but unfortunately, she only has two more months to live, it would be kind of odd to make her Leukemia suddenly disappear.

Kokuei- thanks for adding me to your favorites!! Hope this chapter isn't too short; hopefully I make up for it on my next.

V son sayian- Anzu will tell them soon, don't worry. It's probably going to get really sad. If I am able to write it that is.

Dark-demented- Don't worry, updated. A bit short though huh? Thanks for the review!

Vaz1201 and Demona- nope, her sickness won't spread to other people. I updated, so you can't hurt me...actually you can if you like, some pain would be nice sometimes. I read your one shot, its good! I think I reviewed you too.

The days of the Phoenix- Haven't slept for a few days? I've done that before, it was quite fun actually. Thanks for the review!