Part Eleven

Green On Blue On Red

Balamb Garden

Ienzo was becoming more irritated by the minute, his violet eyes betraying his anger at being treated like some sort of criminal. Roxas and Baralai were both silent, each lost in their own thoughts of what the future could hold. The silver haired White Mage had been the one to get Cid Kramer to listen to their case when he described Axel in full detail.

Apparently the Phoenix was causing a lot more trouble than a GF was worth. Just hearing about the red head's antics was enough to bring a genuine smile to Roxas' face for the first time in a long time. Ienzo felt Demyx swimming around in his head, the anxiety of the Siren seeping into his host.

The former Cloaked Schemer wished for the first time since he retrieved his heart that he could still use his powers of illusions. At least he and the others would stand a chance of getting out of here and finding Axel by themselves.

Baralai convinced the others to remain patient and calm until Kramer could establish communications with the team he has dispatched to Galbadia. Ienzo couldn't believe his ears when Kramer asked for Squall Leonhart. Roxas and Baralai kept their mouths shut when Squall's name was mentioned and the trio were now sitting in a lock room waiting for the SeeD to arrive back from Galbadia.

Roxas' blue gaze was distant and full of raw hope that it made Ienzo's breath catch in his throat. He was thinking about that obnoxious red head. Axel was here, alive and so very close Roxas could almost taste those cigarette kisses and hear that cocky tone.

The blond had gotten a nasty headache from all the information he had picked up though. Squall was in this world as a SeeD and Seifer Almasy was Axel's host. Roxas was unable to sit still as fear and happiness coursed through him in endless waves. He was so close to seeing Axel again.

"I've never seen you like this before." Baralai murmured with affection. Roxas glanced to the smiling White Mage and blushed.

"Axel's here..." Roxas murmured softly. "He's really here."

"You'll see him again Roxas. When he gets here you'll see him." Baralai smiled.

"If they'll ever let us out of this room that is." Ienzo muttered darkly.

"Don't be so negative Ienzo." Baralai admonished.

"I'm just being realistic..." Ienzo trailed off and he stared off into space. "You're always taking his side in these matters Demyx."

"Siren always agrees with you." Roxas smirked. Baralai rolled his amber coloured eyes.

"Fine..." Ienzo muttered. He closed his eyes and allowed Demyx to emerge.

A bubble of water appeared in the centre of the room. The bubble grew until it was large enough to hold a fully grown human. A form emerged within the water in a fetal position. A large tail unwrapped from the upper torso and arms spread out.

When the bubble vanished Demyx was left behind his body surrounded by golden light as he stayed suspended in the air. His bright oceanic eyes sparkled as he took in the scene around him then he smiled and stayed behind Ienzo, his chin resting on soft lavender hair as he spoke.

"I can't wait to see what Axel looks like." Demyx giggled.

"If he looks anything like you I dare say Roxas will be quite taken." Baralai laughed.

"What's that supposed to mean?" Roxas was as red as a tomato by now.

"Didn't you once say that when Demyx became the Siren he could make any straight man walk the wrong side of the tracks?" Baralai giggled.

"You say such nice things Roxy!" Demyx laughed while Ienzo scowled darkly. "Oh but I love you Zexy."

"Hmmm..." Ienzo blushed.

"They better get here soon." Roxas groaned as he paced the room again.

"Don't worry so much Roxas." Demyx wrapped his arms around Ienzo's waist and rested his chin on his host's shoulder this time.

"Easy for you to say." Roxas snapped but it was without venom.

"If they don't let us out then we'll make our or escape." Baralai replied. "But for now we should remain where we are."

"Do you think Axel has a tail like mine?" Demyx grinned.

"I highly doubt that Dem." Ienzo smiled shyly ay his GF.

"But he might have something else." Demyx's eyes became distant as he thought about what Axel would now look like.

"I don't care what he looks like. As long as he's still Axel then it's ok." Roxas stated firmly.

"Aww Roxy that is so sweet." Demyx cooed.

"Ienzo do something with him." Roxas moaned as he buried his red face in his hands.

"I would but I have witnesses." Ienzo smirked at the shocked look on Roxas' face while Baralai simply looked amused.

"Demyx has corrupted you." Roxas muttered.

"But in a good way." The water king chirped as he glided towards Roxas. "I can't wait to see Axel again." A knock at the door caught their attention.

"Stand away from the door." A female voice called out.

"It's the beast woman again." Demyx pouted. He was referring to Xu, the woman who wanted them locked up in the first place.

"The Headmaster wishes to see you." Xu called then she opened the door. Her eyes went large when she saw Demyx. "What in Hyne...?"

"Hello beast lady!" Demyx glided to her. "I'm Siren, Ienzo's GF."

"What is going on here?" Xu hissed as the guards flanked her.

"Demyx wanted to say hello." Ienzo snarled. "Don't even think about upsetting him."

"I'm really sorry I didn't come out and say hello before. I was busy you see." Demyx flashed her his winning smile.

"Follow me." Xu said stiffly when she regained her composure.

Demyx shrugged his shoulders but stayed behind Ienzo as the group departed from their quarters. Roxas stood next to Baralai, both boys looked apprehensive while Ienzo gripped Demyx's hand tightly in his own. The Guardian Force refused to go back into his host's mind.

Instead he opted to remain visible and see the Garden through his own eyes. The students stopped and stared in wonder and awe at the GF with the long aquamarine tail and the godly complexion. Demyx blushed under all the stares and he lowered his head to nestle against Ienzo's head.

Xu led them to the elevator in the middle of the main Garden complex. It was big enough to hold the group so she ushered them into the lift. Demyx wrapped his arms around Ienzo's body, his chin resting on a thin shoulder. Since becoming the host to the water wielder Ienzo was used to the displays of affection Demyx bestowed upon him. The lavender haired man liked the attention. It was proof that Demyx was truly here and alive.

Upon entering the Headmaster's office Ienzo stopped dead in his tracks and the grip Demyx had on him had loosened considerably. There in the office stood Seifer Almasy, his jade eyes narrowed as he glanced at the group assembled in the office.

The scar on his face didn't deter from the regal beauty he had been blessed with. Recognition bloomed on his face as he stared at a silent Demyx. Through the mental connection they shared Ienzo could feel all the emotions his GF was now experiencing. There was hope, pain, fear and need swirling through Ienzo's mind and his very life blood.

But it wasn't just Seifer Almasy in the room. Sora and Riku were standing side by side and once Ienzo entered the room with his companions the two Keyblade Masters exhaled in obvious relief. Roxas couldn't believe his eyes when he took in the sight of Zell, Selphie and finally Leon.

Zell and Selphie still looked the same but there was something different about this Leon...his eyes were like ships of ice. Ienzo stared right back at the scarred brunet, his own violet eyes becoming cold. Sora involuntarily shivered as he observed the two men staring at each other. The temperature in the room had just dripped by a few degrees.

"Demyx?" Seifer muttered with a frown. "That's your name right?"

"Y-yeah...that's me." Demyx said with a watery smile.

"You're Zexion and Baralai." Seifer titled his head. They both nodded their answers.

"Roxas...alright, fight, fight, fight." Seifer smirked as he clapped his hands. The Keyblade wielder felt as if his heart was about to explode.

"The pyro wants to say hello." Seifer smirked then he closed his eyes and chanted the summoning spell.

A pillar of fire erupted into the room and cast a comforting warmth on the people standing nearby. The fire began to take the shape of a human, the flames dying down and forming into the shape of a tall, lanky figure. Bright red hair became visible, two otherworldly eyes blinked back in surprise and a smirk appeared on luscious lips. Green eyes sparkled and swirled with so many different emotions but Demyx could see one so distinctly he had to smile, unable to stop the tears from flowing. Demyx had never seen Axel looking so happy.

"Long time no see Roxy." Axel smiled. The next thing he knew Roxas leaped towards the GF, wrapped his arms and legs around that lanky body and pressed his kiss starved lips against Axel's.

"Now that is what I call a reunion!" Demyx clapped his hands with delight.

Sora had gone as red as a tomato and he buried his face against Riku's chest. Squall turned away out if sheer embarrassment while Zell and Selphie both gaped open mouthed at the display. Ienzo turned and smiled at Demyx who was in turn giggling lightly. Seifer turned his jade eyes away from the display.

When he glanced at Squall the blond felt his heart twist as an unbidden emery floated to the surface of his mind. It was a time before Squall received Shiva as his GF, before she robbed him of his own memories. Seifer choked back bitter tears as he remembered the one time he believed Squall could've been his if Shiva had not entered into the equation.

For Axel he was floating in bliss. His arms were wrapped around Roxas' waist and the blond boy in his arms only pressed his lips harder against Axel's. The red head could've cried when he felt Roxas' heart beating rapidly against his chest.

Roxas forced Axel to open his mouth so he could force his tongue inside. Blue eyes rolled back out of sheer pleasure when that familiar taste of spice, smoke and red hot flames that belonged solely to Axel assaulted his tongue. Finally Roxas pulled back, his lips bruised and his face flushed. Axel's only response was a very confident smirk.

"So I'm guessing you missed me?"

Note-Roxas is a horny little bastard isn't he? Coming up next the group head off to Deling City. Ok I wanna know right here should Rinoa go with them cuz I've got a scene written out where Cloud meets Squall...oops, shouldn't have siad that, hehe. Anyway catch you guys soon.