Flower_on_thewind: BWAAAAHAHAHAHA I AM BACK FROM THE DEAD!!!
Duo: what the, noononono, you go back there! You're not done being grounded
Flower_on_thewind: Who cares... I'm happy, and showing symptoms of insanity from lack of internet.
Duo: Did you hit your head? You're GROUNDED!!!! YOU PICKED THE LOCK TO GET IN HERE!
Flower_on_thewind: ( blah to you... this fic has died for the last two weeks
Duo: But-
Kevin: *shoves a pork bun in Duo's mouth* let's just get on with the story ^_^
Flower_on_thewind: Smart boy ^_^
Desi2: Conscience- I'm not dead yet! Just buried underneath all HER HOMEWORK! Me- *is too busy nodding about the star-cross lovers thing* Kevin should give all his buns to Rei and have a party for just the two of them! ^_^
Bread'N'Butter: hahaha, but imagine it! REI WITH A HAIR CUT!! Duo- gaaah, stay away from long-haired people!
Android71: I hope this is more enough for ya
Fredra: Hahaha, Roller coaster! Hmmm, now that you mentioned it... it kinda IS like a ride O_O... dear lord... I hope people don't get sick! *hears her conscience throwing up* -_-
Jedi Princess Clarrisani: ;_; tears! Detention was HORRIBLE! I swear, those projector things are MADE to put students through hell! The brand you with their inky-blackness as you clean them, and they seem to pop out of your hands as you roll them up! Oh, I read some of your fics, REAL nice! I like how you portray Lee especially in some of your fics. I also think you've got Kevin's personality really well! And, YES I AM THE FIRST PERSON EVER TO WRITE A REI/KEVIN FIC!!! *grins dementedly*
VoilesDragonGurl and Co.: Wow, you guys are one lively crowd! Just make sure Kevin doesn't boss you around too much... you'll spoil him!
Dalourice: YOU GO KEEP YOURSELF HYPER!! Hyperness is the cure for all problems! And you know what? You too can be a Notorious BBQ Bun thief! You just gotta believe!
Disclaimer: I do not own beyblades in ANY way...
~* Chapter 16*~
"Now, you better not forget this bet of ours." Kevin wagged his finger to emphasize his point. "You're not supposed to take these swears lightly cuz they really do come true!"
"Oh? You think??" Kevin couldn't REALLY believe that angel fable.
"I'm serious, Rei! Those stars really do have angels looking down from them. They make wishes come true!"
"Oh, please, Kevin! Has Mariah been hanging around you too much? I know she's into those kind of books, but seriously!"
Kevin shot Rei a dirty look. This look wasn't a playful one either; this one was serious... " You can't tell me that it doesn't come true, Rei. Before my Grandma died, we both wished for my dad to come back home. It came true."
Rei immediately felt bad for saying what he said. This was really important to Kevin and Rei knew he overstepped his boundaries.
"Sorry, Kevin, I didn't mean to-"
"It's okay." Kevin interrupted and gave a shrug. The subject was a little be awkward for him... "Just be sure to remember this, kay?
"Will do."
"Great. So, lets cause some more trouble at the school!" Kevin gave that famous lopsided grin of his. The atmosphere was playful again, and both Rei and Kevin wouldn't want it any other way. Call it strange, but that little promise... was more than just a promise. It brought them closer, if possible... It connected them, and little did they know that this promise would be the only thing that...
"Oh, come ON! It's the dead of night, and you STILL want to spread havoc in the village!?!?! Can't you show some merci? Please????" Rei mock- pouted for Kevin, and Kevin didn't like it at all.
"Hey, that's MY pout! Don't steal my thunder, Rei. Get your own trademark pout-thing." Kevin...pouted...
"Haha, I'm not stealing anything, Kevin. Your pout is faaaar cuter." Rei added a wink for good measure. This unexpectedly caused Kevin to blush. Why? Who knows...
"W-what? N-noooo, that looked a lot like MY pout." Kevin huffed to regain face.
"So, are you saying that my pout can rival your pout of ultimate cuteness? OR, are you saying that you think MY pout is cute, and possible CUTER than your own?" It's so fun messing with Kevin... It was these moments where Rei felt... happy beyond words. What is that?
"Hell, no! Your pout isn't cute, it's SCARY! I am MASTER of pouts. You're just some freak who wants a chance at MY spotlight. There." Kevin couldn't help but grin at the absurdity of the whole situation. It was moments like these that he treasured. He didn't know why... but they meant something to him- Rei meant something to him. Rei was like... Well, Kevin didn't know what Rei was like... he was just special. And Kevin looked up to him because of that.
Rei laughed. This was so amusing... "Okay, I think the poor baby is getting cranky. You want Big Brother Rei to carry you home?"
"Um... home?" The playful atmosphere died again. Kevin looked uncertain about 'home'. Rei caught on and quickly amended his suggestion.
"I mean, you can stay the night at my place!" Rei amended
Kevin looked doubtful about that too. "Nah, that's alright Rei. How about you just walk me home... just in case" He blushed at admitting some sort of need in protection.
Rei smiled, "I can do that for ya."
Before Rei could jump off the roof, Kevin popped in one last question.
"Hey Rei, want a bun?"
**************
It was a few days after robbery in the Bakery. Kevin had in fact printed copies of the picture with Dai Mao 'in action' and posted them EVERYWHERE in the village. You can say that no wall was left untouched from the guilty face of Dai Mao. It shamed the Baker's family in more ways then one. Kevin's name was cleared... somewhat... and Dai Mao's ass needed 30 stitches and put into a cast. Things were starting to look up for the White Tigers! Well... except for one tiny little problem.
"Lee, I wish to speak with you."
...Make that one very large problem.
The afternoon was certainly a peaceful one, brought on by the cheery spring weather. Inside his house, Lee sat in his room deep in thought. To the on looker his posture was regal and perfect. His expression was neutral, which was the norm when meditating. In short, Lee seemed like a perfectly normal person meditating. Of course, appearances mean nothing with matters of the heart...
"Yes grandfather?" Lee opened his eyes to look at the village elder. His voice even and controlled and completely filled with respect. This was everything that was expected of Lee.
"I wish to discuss the matter which troubles your mind."
...
Lee didn't respond right away. How could he? Nobody was suppose to know about his tinny winny-um... make that GIGANTIC crush on Mariah. How did his Grandpa find out- unless! Maybe his grandpa can READ MINDS!! No... that's just stupid... Maybe he caught Lee talking in his sleep one night? ...EW that's not right!! That's just- hang on! Maybe he doesn't know about Mariah! Maybe he's just... playing mind games! Yeah, that's it. This MUST be a test.
"...I, uh, don't know what you mean, grandfather."
His grandfather gave him one disappointed glare. It was one of those glares that made you think reeeeeeally hard to what you were supposed to say and immediately regret saying what you did say.
"And to think you, my grandson, cannot even be honest with your own grandfather! I thought I brought you up better than that!" Lee gulped. He sure did it now...
"I-I'm sorry grandpa! Please forgive me. It's just-"
"Save your breath young one. Seeing as though you do not wish to acknowledge the situation, I will do it for you. The marriage."
There was that dreaded word. Marriage. It made Lee's stomach do weird things, and his hands go all sweaty. This was definitely worse then finding out his grandpa knew about his crush. That was just embarrassment. This however... this could lead to his ultimate disappointment as well as his greatest joy. It was nerve-racking and Lee would without a doubt pick embarrassment over this any day.
"Um...uh... right, the marriage. Er... what about it, sir?"
His response made the old man burst out laughing. "HAHAHAHAHAAH-ahem. Then it is settled. Do not be worried any longer, Lee. I have made my decision, and I do believe Mariah's parents agree with me.
For a brief moment, Lee allowed his heart to soar with hope. Could it be? Could something great really happen in his life?
"You, Lee..."
Lee wished with all his soul that this were it. This is the fork in his life that would lead him to a life of happiness, or an eternity of misery.
"Will NOT marry Mariah."
@_@;;; WHAT!?!
No... Not again...
"Mariah shall marry Rei for the sake of powerful leaders to lead this clan. They will make this village prosper for many years to come."
Rei, that damn lucky bastard!
"N-not marry?" Lee somehow stuttered out.
"hahahahaah! I knew you'd be happy with the results! Don't think I'm not watching you, Lee. I've seen how you and that girl fight! A very unlucky match indeed. The bearer of the White Tiger needs to have a strong mate. Mariah shall do wonders for Rei. Such a splendid young boy he is! A true wonder..."
Rei... the one who steals everything he's ever worked for in his life. The one who RUINS his life... The one who is doing all of this to make him miserable.
"NO!" Lee blurted out suddenly. It seemed that the façade had finally cracked.
"No what Lee?"
"I-uh..." 'Just tell him! Maybe you do have some say in this after all!... But... wait a minute... Mariah... She'd be happy with Rei. If she had to marry me, it would be hell for her. I-I can't do that to her!"
"I, um, just remembered that I have an assignment due for Ms Lau du tomorrow and I haven't started yet!"
"Argh! How many times do I have to remind you to do well in school? I bet Rei would have finished it the day it was assigned! That's why he received the White Tiger, you know. He wouldn't let such an important thing slide by. If you were more like him, Lee... maybe you would have received the importance of carrying the White Tiger."
With that, the village elder left his grandson to do his 'forgotten homework'.
Lee sank into the comfort of his bed. This was all... just too much. All because of Rei...
Because of Rei he lost his chances to the White Tiger and then to the love of his life. Rei was always the smarter one, faster one, stronger one, and basically the better one! All his life he was deemed as the insignificant number two, and it made him sick! And to think that he was the one who was born into leadership, honor, and tradition. It flowed in him with his very blood. And then you have someone like Rei who just pops out of nowhere and takes over with no effort at all... where the HELL is the justice????
Lee buried his head into his pillow. Argh, Rei was just.... Just... REI!
"God I hate you, Rei" He uttered between clenched teeth...
Wait a minute.
Hate? Lee couldn't hate Rei... Rei was his best friend in the whole world!
...right?
The seeds of Jealousy have Bloomed
Into Flowers of Hatred...
~**~
Flower_on_thewind: I have exactly 3 minutes before evil parents come barging through that door...
Duo: HA! I TOLD YOU! YOU CAN'T EXCAPE FROM DEATH!
Kevin: *Hands Flower_on_thewind a bun* There, there... once this is over, you can have all the fun you want! We can steal chocolate cake in the mean time, AND we can play on the PS!
Flower_on_thewind: *grins* I don't know where I'd be with out you guys! And the REVEIWERS! You ppl are cool!
Duo: God, just ACCEPT YOUR FATE AND STOP STALLING!
Flower_on_thewind: THANK YOU FOR READING A PLEASE REVIEW! *So says the FIRST writer of Kevin/Rei pairings*
Duo: the title is getting to her head... -_-;
Duo: what the, noononono, you go back there! You're not done being grounded
Flower_on_thewind: Who cares... I'm happy, and showing symptoms of insanity from lack of internet.
Duo: Did you hit your head? You're GROUNDED!!!! YOU PICKED THE LOCK TO GET IN HERE!
Flower_on_thewind: ( blah to you... this fic has died for the last two weeks
Duo: But-
Kevin: *shoves a pork bun in Duo's mouth* let's just get on with the story ^_^
Flower_on_thewind: Smart boy ^_^
Desi2: Conscience- I'm not dead yet! Just buried underneath all HER HOMEWORK! Me- *is too busy nodding about the star-cross lovers thing* Kevin should give all his buns to Rei and have a party for just the two of them! ^_^
Bread'N'Butter: hahaha, but imagine it! REI WITH A HAIR CUT!! Duo- gaaah, stay away from long-haired people!
Android71: I hope this is more enough for ya
Fredra: Hahaha, Roller coaster! Hmmm, now that you mentioned it... it kinda IS like a ride O_O... dear lord... I hope people don't get sick! *hears her conscience throwing up* -_-
Jedi Princess Clarrisani: ;_; tears! Detention was HORRIBLE! I swear, those projector things are MADE to put students through hell! The brand you with their inky-blackness as you clean them, and they seem to pop out of your hands as you roll them up! Oh, I read some of your fics, REAL nice! I like how you portray Lee especially in some of your fics. I also think you've got Kevin's personality really well! And, YES I AM THE FIRST PERSON EVER TO WRITE A REI/KEVIN FIC!!! *grins dementedly*
VoilesDragonGurl and Co.: Wow, you guys are one lively crowd! Just make sure Kevin doesn't boss you around too much... you'll spoil him!
Dalourice: YOU GO KEEP YOURSELF HYPER!! Hyperness is the cure for all problems! And you know what? You too can be a Notorious BBQ Bun thief! You just gotta believe!
Disclaimer: I do not own beyblades in ANY way...
~* Chapter 16*~
"Now, you better not forget this bet of ours." Kevin wagged his finger to emphasize his point. "You're not supposed to take these swears lightly cuz they really do come true!"
"Oh? You think??" Kevin couldn't REALLY believe that angel fable.
"I'm serious, Rei! Those stars really do have angels looking down from them. They make wishes come true!"
"Oh, please, Kevin! Has Mariah been hanging around you too much? I know she's into those kind of books, but seriously!"
Kevin shot Rei a dirty look. This look wasn't a playful one either; this one was serious... " You can't tell me that it doesn't come true, Rei. Before my Grandma died, we both wished for my dad to come back home. It came true."
Rei immediately felt bad for saying what he said. This was really important to Kevin and Rei knew he overstepped his boundaries.
"Sorry, Kevin, I didn't mean to-"
"It's okay." Kevin interrupted and gave a shrug. The subject was a little be awkward for him... "Just be sure to remember this, kay?
"Will do."
"Great. So, lets cause some more trouble at the school!" Kevin gave that famous lopsided grin of his. The atmosphere was playful again, and both Rei and Kevin wouldn't want it any other way. Call it strange, but that little promise... was more than just a promise. It brought them closer, if possible... It connected them, and little did they know that this promise would be the only thing that...
"Oh, come ON! It's the dead of night, and you STILL want to spread havoc in the village!?!?! Can't you show some merci? Please????" Rei mock- pouted for Kevin, and Kevin didn't like it at all.
"Hey, that's MY pout! Don't steal my thunder, Rei. Get your own trademark pout-thing." Kevin...pouted...
"Haha, I'm not stealing anything, Kevin. Your pout is faaaar cuter." Rei added a wink for good measure. This unexpectedly caused Kevin to blush. Why? Who knows...
"W-what? N-noooo, that looked a lot like MY pout." Kevin huffed to regain face.
"So, are you saying that my pout can rival your pout of ultimate cuteness? OR, are you saying that you think MY pout is cute, and possible CUTER than your own?" It's so fun messing with Kevin... It was these moments where Rei felt... happy beyond words. What is that?
"Hell, no! Your pout isn't cute, it's SCARY! I am MASTER of pouts. You're just some freak who wants a chance at MY spotlight. There." Kevin couldn't help but grin at the absurdity of the whole situation. It was moments like these that he treasured. He didn't know why... but they meant something to him- Rei meant something to him. Rei was like... Well, Kevin didn't know what Rei was like... he was just special. And Kevin looked up to him because of that.
Rei laughed. This was so amusing... "Okay, I think the poor baby is getting cranky. You want Big Brother Rei to carry you home?"
"Um... home?" The playful atmosphere died again. Kevin looked uncertain about 'home'. Rei caught on and quickly amended his suggestion.
"I mean, you can stay the night at my place!" Rei amended
Kevin looked doubtful about that too. "Nah, that's alright Rei. How about you just walk me home... just in case" He blushed at admitting some sort of need in protection.
Rei smiled, "I can do that for ya."
Before Rei could jump off the roof, Kevin popped in one last question.
"Hey Rei, want a bun?"
**************
It was a few days after robbery in the Bakery. Kevin had in fact printed copies of the picture with Dai Mao 'in action' and posted them EVERYWHERE in the village. You can say that no wall was left untouched from the guilty face of Dai Mao. It shamed the Baker's family in more ways then one. Kevin's name was cleared... somewhat... and Dai Mao's ass needed 30 stitches and put into a cast. Things were starting to look up for the White Tigers! Well... except for one tiny little problem.
"Lee, I wish to speak with you."
...Make that one very large problem.
The afternoon was certainly a peaceful one, brought on by the cheery spring weather. Inside his house, Lee sat in his room deep in thought. To the on looker his posture was regal and perfect. His expression was neutral, which was the norm when meditating. In short, Lee seemed like a perfectly normal person meditating. Of course, appearances mean nothing with matters of the heart...
"Yes grandfather?" Lee opened his eyes to look at the village elder. His voice even and controlled and completely filled with respect. This was everything that was expected of Lee.
"I wish to discuss the matter which troubles your mind."
...
Lee didn't respond right away. How could he? Nobody was suppose to know about his tinny winny-um... make that GIGANTIC crush on Mariah. How did his Grandpa find out- unless! Maybe his grandpa can READ MINDS!! No... that's just stupid... Maybe he caught Lee talking in his sleep one night? ...EW that's not right!! That's just- hang on! Maybe he doesn't know about Mariah! Maybe he's just... playing mind games! Yeah, that's it. This MUST be a test.
"...I, uh, don't know what you mean, grandfather."
His grandfather gave him one disappointed glare. It was one of those glares that made you think reeeeeeally hard to what you were supposed to say and immediately regret saying what you did say.
"And to think you, my grandson, cannot even be honest with your own grandfather! I thought I brought you up better than that!" Lee gulped. He sure did it now...
"I-I'm sorry grandpa! Please forgive me. It's just-"
"Save your breath young one. Seeing as though you do not wish to acknowledge the situation, I will do it for you. The marriage."
There was that dreaded word. Marriage. It made Lee's stomach do weird things, and his hands go all sweaty. This was definitely worse then finding out his grandpa knew about his crush. That was just embarrassment. This however... this could lead to his ultimate disappointment as well as his greatest joy. It was nerve-racking and Lee would without a doubt pick embarrassment over this any day.
"Um...uh... right, the marriage. Er... what about it, sir?"
His response made the old man burst out laughing. "HAHAHAHAHAAH-ahem. Then it is settled. Do not be worried any longer, Lee. I have made my decision, and I do believe Mariah's parents agree with me.
For a brief moment, Lee allowed his heart to soar with hope. Could it be? Could something great really happen in his life?
"You, Lee..."
Lee wished with all his soul that this were it. This is the fork in his life that would lead him to a life of happiness, or an eternity of misery.
"Will NOT marry Mariah."
@_@;;; WHAT!?!
No... Not again...
"Mariah shall marry Rei for the sake of powerful leaders to lead this clan. They will make this village prosper for many years to come."
Rei, that damn lucky bastard!
"N-not marry?" Lee somehow stuttered out.
"hahahahaah! I knew you'd be happy with the results! Don't think I'm not watching you, Lee. I've seen how you and that girl fight! A very unlucky match indeed. The bearer of the White Tiger needs to have a strong mate. Mariah shall do wonders for Rei. Such a splendid young boy he is! A true wonder..."
Rei... the one who steals everything he's ever worked for in his life. The one who RUINS his life... The one who is doing all of this to make him miserable.
"NO!" Lee blurted out suddenly. It seemed that the façade had finally cracked.
"No what Lee?"
"I-uh..." 'Just tell him! Maybe you do have some say in this after all!... But... wait a minute... Mariah... She'd be happy with Rei. If she had to marry me, it would be hell for her. I-I can't do that to her!"
"I, um, just remembered that I have an assignment due for Ms Lau du tomorrow and I haven't started yet!"
"Argh! How many times do I have to remind you to do well in school? I bet Rei would have finished it the day it was assigned! That's why he received the White Tiger, you know. He wouldn't let such an important thing slide by. If you were more like him, Lee... maybe you would have received the importance of carrying the White Tiger."
With that, the village elder left his grandson to do his 'forgotten homework'.
Lee sank into the comfort of his bed. This was all... just too much. All because of Rei...
Because of Rei he lost his chances to the White Tiger and then to the love of his life. Rei was always the smarter one, faster one, stronger one, and basically the better one! All his life he was deemed as the insignificant number two, and it made him sick! And to think that he was the one who was born into leadership, honor, and tradition. It flowed in him with his very blood. And then you have someone like Rei who just pops out of nowhere and takes over with no effort at all... where the HELL is the justice????
Lee buried his head into his pillow. Argh, Rei was just.... Just... REI!
"God I hate you, Rei" He uttered between clenched teeth...
Wait a minute.
Hate? Lee couldn't hate Rei... Rei was his best friend in the whole world!
...right?
The seeds of Jealousy have Bloomed
Into Flowers of Hatred...
~**~
Flower_on_thewind: I have exactly 3 minutes before evil parents come barging through that door...
Duo: HA! I TOLD YOU! YOU CAN'T EXCAPE FROM DEATH!
Kevin: *Hands Flower_on_thewind a bun* There, there... once this is over, you can have all the fun you want! We can steal chocolate cake in the mean time, AND we can play on the PS!
Flower_on_thewind: *grins* I don't know where I'd be with out you guys! And the REVEIWERS! You ppl are cool!
Duo: God, just ACCEPT YOUR FATE AND STOP STALLING!
Flower_on_thewind: THANK YOU FOR READING A PLEASE REVIEW! *So says the FIRST writer of Kevin/Rei pairings*
Duo: the title is getting to her head... -_-;