A/N: First off, I apologize for the chapter's shortness. Because, after all, there's really not that much interesting stuff about Lexaeus. For another, I'm sorry if it lacks in humor. This is to show that yes, Xion does have a serious, possibly self-conscious side like everybody else. It makes her more human that way. XD So, I hope you guys like it, nonetheless.

Disclaimer: I don't own anything at all ever made in the history of mankind. Whew!

Chapter 5: Lexaeus the Really Quiet One

I doubt I can talk for very long about Lexaeus. He is the silent type, and I do mean the silent type. When he speaks, it's only to voice his opinions when asked, nothing more...though I guess he does say more than that. I just don't hear it usually. They don't call him the Silent Hero for nothing. But, it's because of his muteness that makes him so cool. It implies that he can never grate on another person's nerves, though Demyx tells me he must be stupid. I scold the talented musician by ordering him not to judge. Honestly, Lexaeus is rather intelligent. He does hang out with know-it-all Zexion and that arrogant, proud Vexen, after all.

The thing of it is, Lexaeus is likeable, as I said. He can listen to your troubles and remain silent, a silence that you would be thankful to have. I mean, he doesn't annoy easily. He won't say, "You are being an ungrateful fool," like Zexion would, and he won't say, "Get over it," like Larxene. Being the enduring uncle I never had, he is a rock we can all lean on, if we only acknowledge his presence. No wonder he controls earth! Earth is a calm, firm substance that only calm, firm people can manipulate. I certainly couldn't imagine Lexaeus with another element. For example, he could never have a temper, so fire wouldn't make sense.

Lexaeus wields a powerful weapon with which to shatter the earth beneath his feet. I am still unsure whether this weapon is an oversized tomahawk or an oversized monkey wrench. Hard to say, considering the complexity of which the weapon is made. So, yeah, he works out a lot, trains a lot, too. He'd about have to, once you take into account the strength required to wield his heavy wrench thing or whatever. To test himself to the limit, Lexaeus prefers to train with the more difficult members, like Saix and Xigbar. And, let me tell you, I heard that he seldom gets defeated. Even Xaldin can bend to the mighty tomahawk, which is certainly worth applauding.

Lexaeus towers above most of the members (practically a foot above me), which proves he is a formidable, indestructible figure. Even though his patience seems to know no limit on sight, I still wouldn't mess with him. One whack of his rather hefty weapon, and you die, simple as that. He also has brown hair that probably has the most normal human style other than my short black hair. His placid blue eyes can practically impale you with just one look. With these physical attributes, he proves himself as deadly threatening...but in a quiet way. Lexaeus carries himself with confidence most of the time, though not arrogance luckily.

It surprises me that he does possess no traces of self-pride, unlike roughly half the Organization. Hell, he is so much like a rock that he would never even bother to immerse himself in vanity. But, that's OK, so much the better. I guess you're pondering over how I'm even remotely connected to this admirable man who does what he does for his living and not because he wants to. Well, I guess it happened one day when Zexion severely upset me, or as upset as I could possibly get. Of course, that kid has a terrible habit of doing that to me. I have no idea what his grudge against me is.

One day, after a frustrating mission in Atlantica (yes...the world where I have to wear a stupid bra), Zexion turned sharply toward me, his cerulean eyes narrowing disdainfully.

"This is your fault, Number Fourteen. Thanks to your childish immaturity, you have allowed the Heartless number to go up."

"But, we're the bad guys, Zex," I drawled cynically, leaning against the corridor wall. "We're supposed to do stuff like that. I thought you would be overjoyed. Besides, it was an accident."

"An accident? You did this with the specific intent of infuriating me!"

I feigned a gasp of outrage to show that I could really care less; I loved making him angry by doing that, I admit it. Both of us fell silent after this, allowing our hatred toward each other to lapse for only a moment, a ceasefire. Talk about temporary, though. For, that smirk that I doubt will ever die appeared on Zexion's revolting, resentful lips as he told me evenly, "You know, you're a bit on the flat-chested side."

Never expecting that comment coming from him and being thrown an awful curveball, I faltered. I almost thought injured tears stung my eyes—it just got so bad. This made Zexion smirk all the more.

I pushed him aside, shouting shrilly, "If I could hate you, I would, you sick idiot! You are the most conceited man I've had the displeasure to know!"

For some reason, this marked the first time I had surprised him (the second being the Wonderland incident, of course). I swear to any deity up above me that a fleeting glow of hurt flashed in his eyes. But, it was fleeting, though. It's not like it should have mattered to me...right?

Anyway, I better hurry on with this story before I can finally talk about that...um...idiot. So, practically in tears, I transported to the library, one of my personal retreats.

Lexaeus leaned against one of the shelves, holding a book with one hand as he read it. I rushed inside, wondering what the hell this burning sensation in my chest was. And my legs trembled, too. I was at my weakest, and I hated it. I could have toppled over my own legs from their Jell-O-like feel. Staring calmly down at me, Lexaeus slammed his book closed with one try.

I gasped as I leaned on a shelf next to his. "Man, have I had a crappy day!"

He said nothing as he patiently waited for me to continue—he is just that awesome.

"Well, I know he's your colleague and all...but...but...ZEXION IS A JERK!!"

After the scream on my part that echoed throughout the vast library, I breathed out a sigh of relief. I never told anyone that before.

Deciding that I was already being too personal, I continued anyway to stay true with my sometimes masochistic nature. "I don't know what it is about him. He is at least civil with everyone else. Why isn't he to me? Do you know?"

Judging from the concentrated look on his face, I assumed that Lexaeus contemplated over this. When he thinks, he is focused and treats the current situation as though it is a question that Xemnas would pose during a meeting.

Finally, he said something that rather shocked me. "This may be an odd thing to say, but Zexion might be denying something that he has toward you. It doesn't make sense, I know, but...it could be possible. I usually don't involve myself in matters like these."

It's so weird how Lexaeus' even voice calmed me down when I was under this near-mental breakdown that made me unearth this revelation. Whatever, I am at least thankful toward him for reining in my nerves. I doubt that Zexion developed "feelings" for me while we had to go on missions as a partnership. If he could hate me, he would. But, then again, an event that happened a week ago made me change my mind about that. I'll divulge that pretty soon.

Now, to tell a few more things about Lexaeus...he certainly does the unexpected. Why did he even bother in the affairs of a teenage girl by voicing his opinion on my issue? Why did he bother to talk to me at all?

I guess those are miniature unsolved mysteries. That's the thing regarding him. He has such an enigmatic air about him, it's difficult to crack. He'll always stoically look on from the sidelines, watching the Organization rise or fall, wherever the chips may fall. Who knows if we'll ever see the side of him that he keeps hidden? For now, he'll just be the Silent Hero and maintain his reputation. For, that's the type of man Lexaeus is. And none of us will ever change that quality, that's for sure.

A/N: I know, I made a complete arse out of Zexion in this chapter. But, you'll be surprised how much he improves throughout the story. You guys will have to read the next chapter to find out. XD

Lexaeus is waaaaaaay too serious, which made for a much more serious chapter. Like I said, Zexion will be up next, and things will play out in true random fashion.

Review please for Xion's sake. If not, maybe for Axel's sake? He is the most popular Organization member apart from Roxas, after all.