Chapter 12: Where Are You?

Rated: M

Disclaimer: I do not own Kingdom Hearts!

Ms. Hirosaki POV

"Where is my son? It's been almost three months and my son is still missing!" I slammed my hands hard on the desk in front of me.

"Ma'am we're still searching for him. We're doing the best we can. Please just stay calm—"

"How can I stay calm when my own son could be dead?" I lost it at the police station. What was happening to me? Sora, my only child was taken away from me. Not a trace. And Riku was missing too, but I know it had to be because of that gang Sora mentioned. But why did he have to get involved. I know he was only trying to help, but he ended up putting his life on the line. Now I don't know whether he is dead or alive. I sat in the chair with my hands clasped to my face. There was so much going on that I couldn't take this anymore. Not only do I have to see my own ex husband disappear on me, but my son as well? The pain just keeps increasing. I just want my baby back, is that too much to ask for? I began walking out of the police station when the person I wanted to see less stopped me in my tracks.

"Where is my son?"

"Why do you care? You left us, remember?" I walked passed him, but he yanked me back by my arm.

"Let me go!" I yelled.

"Not until you tell me where my son is." His grip got tighter and I began hitting him to let me go.

"I don't know…" He paused and let me go.

"The police are trying their best! I'm sure they'll find—" I was slapped before I could finish my sentence.

"You're a good for nothing mother who just loses her own child. What kind of sick person are you?" He was about to hit me again and I closed my eyes and held my self, but I didn't feel anything. I looked to see if it was okay and I saw a man holding my ex's arm.

"You do not hit a woman!" The man said when I realized he was wearing an officer's uniform.

"Let me go. She lost my son!" He yelled.

"Are you sure that she lost him?" The officer questioned. My ex sucked his teeth and snatched away from him.

"My son better be alright." He pointed at me and walked back to his car and drove off.

"Ma'am, are you alright." The officer put his hand on my shoulder and I looked up at him. He was actually gorgeous. Why haven't I seen him in the station? He's probably just coming back from a job.

"I-I'm fine, thank you." I re-adjusted my handbag strap on my shoulder.

"What was that all about, if I may ask?"

"That was my ex-husband. A few months ago my son disappeared and….I just don't know where he is. No one does for that matter." I began crying again and he sat me down to the closest bench as I began explaining to him.

"If it's gang related then I'm not quite sure how long he's got, but we all will try our best to find him for you. As for Riku," I looked up at him from sobbing.

"I'm pretty sure it's too late for him." That also reminded me of what I saw on the news. There was this accident that happened on the construction site and I feel like it's related to Riku since he's missing too. They reported a body being found, but nothing more was said. Everything feels like it'.

"Would you like me to take you home?" He asked.

"That would be nice, thank you." He was a kind young officer. Maybe he can help me out.

"By the way I go by Officer Valentine, but you can call me Vincent." The name suits him. I was lost for words after looking into his eyes.

"M-My name is Akiko Hirosaki." I looked away from him while entering the car.

"I believe I've seen a photo of your son, short brown spiky hair and blue eyes." That sounds like him, but I wish just describing him didn't make me want to cry more.

"You know, you two look alike, except your hair is much longer. You actually remind me of someone." I didn't want to interfere in his business, but I wonder who. Then again, the ride didn't take too long, but I was happy that he was willing to take me home. As we pulled up to the house I saw Sora's friends waiting at the door. I stepped out of the car and called out to them.

"Thank you for taking me home Vincent." I said.

"You're welcome. Here's my card, keep in touch so I can help you find your son." And then he drove off when I turned to greet Kairi and Tidus.

"Any news?" Kairi asked. I shook my head and they looked disappointed. I know this hurts. It's hurting everyone close to Sora.

"This is all Riku's fault. If he didn't appear in Sora's life, none of this would've happened." Tidus said angrily.

"Sora loved Riku. He was doing what was best to save him—"

"And risk his life for someone like him? Sora's life was more important than his!" Tidus argued back, cutting off Kairi. I believe both of their lives were as important as anyone else.

"We just have to pray and hope for the best. I know my son and he'll make it through. He never gives up. I'm sure he'll come back home." I let Sora's friends stay over for a few just to talk and keep me company until we receive news on Sora. It's been like this ever since and a lot of people turned against me due to his absence. I just want him back more than anything in the world. Where are you Sora? Please come home, it's been quite lonely since you've been gone.