Worlds Collide
Chapter 11
"Is something wrong?"
"What?" Takuya turned around to see Kouji standing behind him. "What the fuck are you talking about?"
Kouji stared at him suspiciously. "You're acting strange....Did something happen?"
Takuya glared at him. "No, of course not. Why the hell would you think that?"
"Gee, I don't know," Kouji drawled, rolling his eyes. "Where were you last night?"
"What the hell does it matter to you?" Takuya asked defensively. "I don't have to check in with you every ten minutes. Now leave me alone, I'm busy."
"I'm sure you can stop carving your name in that dude for a minute or two," Kouji said.
Takuya glanced at the man hanging from the ceiling by two chains. He was eye-level, and his wrists were bound above his head. The son of Satan had already gouged his eyes out and was now in the process of leaving a painful autograph in the his chest.
The brunette groaned, wiping the blood off his blade with a rag. "Fine, but make it quick. You have work to do as well."
"Yeah, whatever." Kouji pulled him off to the side.
"So what do you want?" Takuya impatiently asked.
"I know you've been sneaking around for the past two nights," Kouji whispered to him. "Are you fucking crazy? What if your father finds out?"
Takuya rolled his eyes. "Who the hell cares? So I went up to earth for some bitches and alcohol. What's the big deal?"
"The big deal is that your father could incinerate you in a matter of seconds if he found out," Kouji hissed.
"Now, Kouji. You know he can't do that to me. Maybe to everyone else, but I'm immune to that."
"You know what I mean. You're a damn idiot if you think he won't find out. So I advise you to knock it the hell off before he does."
Takuya smirked. "Stop worrying about me. If he does find out, I'll tell him that I needed sex. He'll be pissed, but he'll get over it ten minutes later. My father has more important things to worry about besides his horny son."
"Aren't you listening to me? Stop being a moron and quit while you're ahead," Kouji growled. "Just because you're his son, it doesn't mean he'll give you special treatment. In fact, he's harder on you than anyone else. So why are you pulling this shit?"
"Alright, I'll stop." Takuya rolled his eyes. "Now get your panties out of a twist and get back to work."
"Fuck you, man." Kouji gave him a shove. "You know, I'm really sick of your attitude."
Takuya shoved him back. "Yeah? It's not my problem you're acting like a baby."
"I'm not the only one who thinks that," he shot back. "And don't fucking touch me."
"You did it first, asswipe." Takuyu's dark eyes narrowed. "And I don't care what anyone thinks of me."
Kouji looked like he wanted to say something else, but decided against it. Instead he tiredly shook his head.
"Just be careful," he muttered, leaving the chamber.
Takuya stared at the door, then turned his attention back onto his victim. He resumed carving his name in the man's skin.
In Heaven
"Zoe! Can you come here?"
The blond made her way down the corrider, her heart quickening its pace. What did he want?
"Yes?" She asked, entering the vast white room.
Various bookshelves covered the walls, and gold-framed paintings adorned the open spaces. A crystal chandelier hung gracefully from the high ceiling, glittering as the sunlight hit it just right.
The ruler of Heaven turned to face her, a dour expression on his bearded face.
"We think that Hell is scheming to attack earth again very soon. I'm not exactly sure when they plan on it, but it will be within the next week or so from what I've picked up on. I have the armies training and preparing for battle as we speak. When your wing fully heals, I want you to lead them."
Zoe's heart sank. "Why me?"
"We've been over this many times, Zoe. You have a special aura that exceeds over any other angel. Your strength, agility, and strategy are the key traits that give me so much faith in you," he told her.
"But are you sure-"
"Don't argue with me. I am in charge and whatever I say goes. You know what happens if you disobey me," he threatened.
Zoe dropped her gaze. "Yes, my lord. I will comply."
He smiled. "Good. Now go rest up. The sooner you heal, the better."
Zoe sighed, slowly walking down the hall. She could hear a few snickers as a group of angels walked by, yet she ignored them. It had always baffled her how she was more powerful than them. Nothing made sense to her and every day she felt more and more isolated from reality. Although no one had ever directly ridiculed her to her face, she knew they disliked her because of her superior abilities. They seemed envious of her, though Zoe wished she could just blend in with everyone else. Even when she was alive and human, she tended to stay out of the spotlight.
"What am I going to do?" She quietly asked herself. "No one will ever understand me. The only one who even gave me a chance was....."
She silenced herself, but thought of his name in her head. Takuya.
Zoe shook her head, rubbing her sore eyes. Why him, though? She couldn't lie to herself anymore. Takuya was different, just like she was. Sometimes she wondered how many of the angels had made it into Heaven. While some were kind, others seemed consumed by jealously and hatred. However, whether or not they belonged in Heaven, it was not for her to decide.
The blond felt as though she didn't belong. The sun brightened the corrider through the windows and Zoe gazed outside wistfully. She prayed for nightfall to hurry, for she couldn't take it anymore.
Back down in Hell
"About fucking time," Takuya grumbled.
After the long routine day, he was ready for some excitement. Tonight he would find out what Zoe's answer would be.
Could a beautiful angel really have feelings for a blood-thirsty demon? Well, he would know soon enough.
To Takuya's annoyance, Kouji appeared in the doorway.
"Going somewhere?" He asked, raising an eyebrow.
Takuya groaned inwardly to himself. "I could've sworn I locked the door."
"You did," Kouji informed him. "But do you know anyone who's better and quieter at picking locks than me?"
Ignoring the question, Takuya glared at him. "What do you want now?"
Kouji glanced at Takuya's attire. "You look like you're going off to war. Taking a trip to earth?"
"None of your damn business," the brunette replied. "Did my father send you to spy on me or something?"
"No, I did this on my own accord," Kouji told him. "Good thing I did. You really are an idiot, aren't you?"
"Shut the fuck up." Takuya pulled his coat on. "It's bad enough I got my old man bossing me around. I don't need it from you, too."
Kouji stared at him disbelievingly. "You are so fucking delusional, Takuya. I'm only looking out for you."
"Sometimes I just need to get away from things," Takuya told him. "With my father always up my ass about something, plus the pressures of me taking over when he dies, I need some time alone."
"Hell is big enough for you to roam around in," Kouji shot back.
"Just leave me alone," Takuya said icily, pushing past him.
Kouji grabbed him and pushed him into the wall. "I can't let you do that."
Takuya's dark eyes took on a crimson glint. "I said, leave me alone. Now get the fuck out of my way."
"No." Kouji stood in front of the door, refusing to budge. "I'm not letting you go."
"You have five seconds to move, or I'll do it for you," Takuya said in a deathly low voice. "Take your pick."
"If you want me to move, then you're gonna have to-"
Kouji was cut off as he was forcefully grabbed and thrown into the wall. He coughed, painfully sitting up. A thin trail of blood ran down the corner of his mouth, dripping onto his black shirt. When he looked up, Takuya was standing in front of him, his fists tightly clenched.
"I gave you the option," Takuya hissed. "Next time, think about your decision a little better."
"You bastard!" Kouji jumped up, tackling his friend to the ground.
The brunette punched him in the jaw, then rolled them over. He slammed Kouji's head on the ground repeatedly. Kouji managed to kick him off, then pounded his fist into his stomach. Takuya stumbled back, then noticed Kouji charging towards him. At the last second he moved and gripped Kouji around the throat with one hand, lifting him up in the air.
"Now you listen here," he growled, tightening his grip with each passing second. "You do not have the right to tell me what I can and can't do. I'm sick and tired of everyone having certain expectations about me. You think I won't kill you just because we're friends?"
Kouji's eyes bulged out as he attempted to breathe. "F-fuck....y-you....."
"Well, I won't." Takuya released his hold, letting Kouji fall to the floor. "I'm sorry, Kouji. But I need to get outta here for a little while."
"Okay, you idiot," Kouji groaned, defeated. "If you're that hell-bent on taking off, then go. Just don't get caught."
Takuya smirked. "See ya later."
Kouji watched as he disappeared in a burst of flames, then rubbed his sore neck.
"Ow....stupid shit...."
well, takuya and kouji are still on good terms (even though they just had a fight ^_^) so no worries there. let me know how you liked the chapter, and the next one comes out soon. later