The marks on Zexion's neck eventually did go away, but that didn't stop the rumor about him and Marluxia. He tried his best to spend less time with the other, hoping that would give the other students a clue that they weren't together. Demyx came over for the music lessons Zexion scheduled with him and as usual in turn he helped the blonde with any school work he needed. Luckily having Demyx over kept him away from Marluxia, which Zexion was more than glad for.

Lately Marluxia seemed to be giving in to the rumor. Given the chance he always either put his arm over Zexion's shoulders or kissed him – tried to is more like it. Zexion was starting to worry about two things. That Marluxia actually still liked him and that Demyx was getting the wrong idea.

The blonde seemed off ever since the kiss happened and hasn't said anything about it, even though it was obvious he wanted to at times. He also seemed a bit upset – Zexion wondered if it was because he hadn't mentioned the kiss himself, the rumor of him and Marluxia getting back together, or something completely different.

Unfortunately with spending so much time with Demyx and Marluxia, Zexion was unable to record another song to upload. He did have one saved to his laptop that he hasn't uploaded yet, but he didn't want Demyx by chance see his computer screen. He could of course upload it before bed or before school, but honestly another video for the students to talk about was the least he wanted. He didn't want to give any more clues, he didn't want to put up anymore videos, he didn't want anyone to find out it's him. He didn't want any more attention.

The only reason he spent so much time with Demyx now was because the blonde had stated he was having trouble with more than just math. He was struggling and having trouble focusing in class. Zexion asked if it was because something was on his mind or troubling him, but Demyx avoided speaking about whatever it was.

One day while Zexion was helping Demyx with his work, he was interrupted as his phone started to ring. He picked it up to see that it was his cousin – Xion – calling. Instead of answering it, he chose the option on his phone to send her a message stating he was busy. Setting his phone down, he went back to helping Demyx, ignoring as his phone notified a text.

He only ignored his cousin because he didn't want to have to leave Demyx's side. He still liked the blonde and if Demyx wasn't going to do something soon he just might have to. The music lessons and homework were the most he got with Demyx anymore other than classes. He might as well make it last. Plus he knew he could just text his cousin back once Demyx left.

By the time Demyx did leave that day, Zexion was left home alone. His father was at work while his mother was at the store to get groceries – as stated by the note he found. He was surprised she left him alone with Demyx. Maybe she hadn't realized he was there in the first place? Ever since his relationship with Marluxia, his mother has always been overprotected and sure not to leave him alone with any boys. She was afraid he'd end up having sex with one, he was sure of it. She should know better. After all, with the times he was left alone with Marluxia and his boyfriend before him he was always careful not to let them go too far with him. The furthest he's ever gone was to let Marluxia touch him and that only happened three times throughout their relationship. She doesn't know of either of those times though.

If he knew better, Zexion would think his mother thought of him as a slut. It wouldn't help if she knew what he let Marluxia do to him.

She also hated the amount of piercings he has. She claims that Marluxia was a bad influence on him, the pink haired teen being the cause for Zexion's state. What she doesn't know is that he was already like he is now before Marluxia came along. He just encouraged him more and actually thought positively of everything Zexion chose to do. If anything, Marluxia was his source of happiness at that time.

Since he was alone, Zexion decided to leave his room and wonder the house. He brought his phone with him and messaged his cousin, telling her that he was free to talk now. It didn't take her long to respond. She quickly apologized for trying to call at a busy time for him and stated that the reason she had called was to talk before her family came over for the weekend.

Being told that, Zexion quickly realized why his mother left so suddenly to get groceries whether it meant leaving him alone with Demyx or not. She wanted to please her sister's family, she always did. So she went to go get ingredients for a fine dinner. And no doubt would she ask Zexion to help.

The fact that that she tries so hard for her sister's family – all because they were 'blessed' with a daughter – hurt. It hurt even more so that she hasn't once noticed the scars on Zexion's wrists. All he was to her was a disappointment and she didn't even try to hide it that much.

He knew his mother had so much wished for a daughter and when she found out she was pregnant with a boy she was devastated. She grew to accept the fact and knew she could always try again for a daughter, but after giving birth found out she was unable to carry another baby. She had hopes of having a daughter to dress up, play with, and be close with – to help her with relationships, to help plan her wedding. Yet she got just the opposite of that. She wasn't pleased when Zexion told her he was gay either because then she couldn't even have a daughter-in-law.

She hadn't even been careful when she let the information slip out. She hadn't even checked if Zexion was okay afterwards. She didn't care for him then or now.

And yet she still wanted to please her sister, brother-in-law, and niece with a nice dinner. Even though it was obvious she envied her sister, she still wanted to be close to them.

Zexion listened to his cousin talk on the phone as he mindlessly walked around the house. His wrists started to itch by the thought of Xion's family coming over. Most of his cuts were because of them coming over in the past. He loved his cousin and aunt and uncle, they weren't the problem. It was his mother. He didn't get an ounce of attention when her sister's family visited. She wouldn't even notice if he was out of the house, not with her attention on her sister and niece.

As he came to a stop, he glanced up and saw he had wondered near his father's recording studio. "Hey Xion," he said, cutting her off in mid-story about her cat scratching her arm.

"Yes?" she asked, not at all bothered by being interrupted.

"You like to sing, right?" he asked, opening the door to the studio. He got another 'yes' from his cousin as he stepped into the room. "And you're fluent in Korean?"

"Yup!" she answered proudly. She was the one he gained the liking of Korean pop music from in the first place, and he vaguely remembered her saying she learned the language at one point. "Why do you ask?"

"Want to record a song cover with me?" he asked. Having a song with Xion would be a good thing to upload. It'd confuse everyone for there being a girl singing along with him. Plus being 'busy with the family visiting' would give him an excuse to record the song with her. He got an excited 'yes' from her before she went back into full speed talking, stating that she's never heard him sing but would love to. It was true though, he only ever allowed Marluxia to hear him sing. He would feel comfortable with Xion though. She was the one person he felt close to, family wise.

All during the weekend Zexion had to resist finding his blade and cutting his wrists. If it weren't for Xion and his father allowing them to use the recording studio, he might have done just that. They went over the songs they could sing together and finally decided on one. He was lucky Xion was fluent in Korean and knew so many songs for them to choose from, otherwise they would have had some trouble finding one.

He had explained to her what the song was for and like he predicted, she got excited by the thought of the whole 'Anonymous Voice' thing. He also ended up telling her about Demyx which in turn made her want to meet the blonde. Zexion was hesitant about that and pointed out that she was only over for the weekend.

"I can convince my mom to let me stay for the week," Xion said. "I can go on independent study while I'm here," she said before Zexion could comment on her missing school.

"Okay, fine. If that's what you want to do," Zexion said. He didn't mind her staying any longer than the weekend. He did mind his mother though.

He uploaded the song on Monday before school. Xion's mother took her back to their hometown to get her schoolwork from the school as well as clothes and other things Xion would want to have while staying at Zexion's house. She was gone before he woke up, but he knew he'd see her soon enough.

By the time his second class ended and break came around, it seemed like everyone he saw was either on their phones or talking about the video he uploaded just that morning. He was looking for Marluxia and the others when he suddenly felt arms wrap over his shoulders from behind and another body against his back. By the looks of the hands in front of him – the nails painted black and silver bracelets – he could easily tell it was Xion.

She let her embrace go and Zexion turned to look at her. She had a 'visitor' sticker on her shirt and a backpack strapped to her back. "This is going to be fun," she exclaimed with a smile. "We haven't gone to the same school since elementary."

"What do you mean? Aren't you suppose to be at my house doing your schoolwork?" Zexion asked.

"Well yes, but I wanted to come here!" she answered.

"What about your work?"

She swung her backpack around and held it in front of her. "I have all my work right here. I can do it while you're in class. I got permission from the principle to do so. Please don't make me go home Zex," she said, a small whine coming in her voice at the end.

"Fine, but you better have a day's worth of work done by the time we get home," he agreed and in turn earned a hug from his cousin.

"My, my," a voice said from behind him and he looked over his shoulder to see Marluxia walking towards them. "Is that Xion?" he asked, a smile coming across his lips. At that, Xion let go of Zexion and went to hug the other teen. They've only met a few times while the two were dating, but it was enough to make them friends.

"What are you doing here?" Marluxia asked as Xion let him go and went to pick up her backpack she had dropped.

"I'm staying with Zexion this week," she answered happily. "And I thought it'd be fun to come to school with him."

"Hm, fun it will be," the pink haired teen agreed and ruffled the girl's hair. They spent the rest of the break together, Xion and Marluxia doing most of the talking. He was filled in that it was Xion who had done the song cover with Zexion. Not long after that the bell rang and they went to class.

I'm sorry for the very late update as well as the lack of Demyx.

I'd like to also reply to a review.

Anon6: Thank you for writing this! You made me remember the joy of singing! I only sing in secret to myself but if it's okay could I use your story as a plan for myself? My high school is huge and I love to sing but I have huge stage fright. So if it's okay could I use the idea of becoming an Anonymous Voice and singing covers and stuff like that? I know what it will probaly be but, if you can, email me at: and tell me.

Reply: I'm sorry for the very late answer, but I don't mind at all if you decide to do that. I'm actually flattered that you asked. I hope it isn't too late for my answer.

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