Chapter 16: Caught Pt.1

Rated: M

Disclaimer: I do not own Kingdom Hearts!

Sora POV

"Riku?" I called out and received no answer. I've been pacing back and forth looking for this guy and he wasn't here. Where could he be? He wasn't answering my texts at all. I may not be in my right mind now, but damnit I know when something is up. I've actually been lonely in here ever since he started leaving out constantly. I have no one to talk to. Maybe I should go to my mother's house for a while. At least she talks me to death. Plus I need her 'special' remedy right about now. Just thinking about the taste gives me the chills. I can admit I have been feeling better. I've actually been visiting the 'shrink' lately. She's actually a kind person. She is quite young for her age, but I must say she helps me with the problems I was facing mentally. No more alter ego, it's just me now and as for the memories, I have most of them put behind me. Some may pop up, but she's taught me how to not overreact and control myself. I'm glad I didn't need to take medication for this. I would have really felt weird. Riku isn't the only one that's healed up. I feel like him now with all these scars. Even though I don't want to recall of the horrid stories these scars tell, I know that it is living proof that I got through them all. I smiled ad myself and walked into the kitchen to pour me a hot cup of tea. Before I could even grab a mug, I was scared out of my mind when I heard the door open.

"Riku is that you?" I asked and he responded tiredly. I guess it was him. I walked out stirring my tea, as I watched him walk by. Did I forget to mention that it was late at night? What could he possibly be doing late at night? I'll play along with his excuses until I get to the bottom of this later.

"So, how was business?" I took a sip of my tea. He sat on the couch and gave me a little hand movement that signified that it was 'so-so'.

"Didn't I tell you not to strain your voice?" He argued. Okay I admit it was still raspy, but I wanted to talk damnit. I can't keep quiet forever now can I? I ignored him and continued sipping my tea.

"Well don't you look pretty today?" I laughed after looking down at myself. I was only wearing a long sweater that stopped at my thigh. I figured this would get his attention.

"Well I was wondering if you were up for tonight. Since I've been in counseling it's helped me to get back to my old self." I said walking over to him but he stopped me by just holding his hand out.

"Not today. I'm too tired." He got up from the couch and walked away. Riku, THE Riku just turned down sex? From me as well? Something's definitely up now.

"But Riku didn't you want this? I'm offering myself to you." I yelled down the hallway so he could hear me. I put my mug down and headed down the hall.

"What if you freak out again like before?" He responded.

"I promise I won't." I walked into the room to see him removing his boots. There was an awkward silence between us that was interrupted by the thumping sound of his boots hitting the floor.

"Soooo is that a yes or a no?" I questioned.

"Sora I said no already, maybe next time." He walked passed me to the bathroom.

"Let's take a bath together! We haven't done that yet." I still haven't forgotten about that dream and maybe that would work.

"No, I want to think to myself." What the fuck man? This was pissing me off.

"I walked up to him and tried to embrace him, but he just easily pushed passed me, refusing to give me any contact. I see now.

"Riku, what's wrong? Please tell me." I begged and he just ignored me as he gathered his things to bring in to the bathroom. I sighed and walked out, hearing the door close behind me. Am I not interesting to him anymore? What gives? I went in the room and just rested under the covers, listening to the shower from the bathroom before dozing off.

The next morning arrived and I got up early to get ready for my counseling session. I also made breakfast for Riku, hoping he would talk to me before I left out. I know the smell of my cooking would probably wake him up….or not.

I peeked into the room and he was still sound asleep or so I thought. Maybe I should just go to my moms for a while. I'll pack some of my things when I get back. In the meantime I'll just leave a note and store the breakfast in a container for him.

I didn't feel like catching the bus to the counseling center today so I called Lea to pick me up. I'm glad he arrived on time. There were some things I wanted to talk to him about when I entered his car.

"What happened to the van?" I asked him.

"I didn't feel like bringing it today, but Sora, I'm surprised you chose me to give you a lift. How have you been?" He asked happily.

"Much better thanks to counseling." I laughed.

"You're voice is coming back too. You'll be in good shape in no time." He nuzzled my hair.

"Don't mess up my hair I need to look presentable!" He laughed as I fixed my hair.

"You're hair never moves out of place." He said making me laughed again, but then I frowned and he caught on to my expression.

"Sora, what's wrong?" His hand rested on my shoulder.

"It's Riku." I answered.

"What is it? Is he sick? In trouble? What?" He panicked.

"It's none of those. It's just he's been acting weird lately, as if he doesn't want anything to do with me." I began to tear up and Lea leaned close to comfort me.

"Did I do something wrong?" I began to sob and Lea pulled me into a hug.

"I wouldn't expect Riku to do something like this, but I'll see what's up with him." Lea said and started the ignition and began to drive. Lea cheered me up as we talked in the van. I didn't think he would be this comforting after what I knew him for. He's actually a sweet guy. We arrived at the center and I stepped out of the car, grabbing my messenger bag before closing the door. Lea rolled down the window and called out to me before I went inside the building.

"How long were you going to be? I can pick you up afterwards." He offered and I was happy that he was willing to do all of this for me.

"Will it be alright if I call you and let you know when I'm ready?" I asked.

"Sure I'll be here to pick you up afterwards." I thanked him and proceeded into the building.

Lea POV

I'm actually glad Sora is getting back on his feet. From where I saw him I thought he was a goner for good, but look at him now. I've never seen him this happy before or ever. But I wonder what's up with Riku lately. I rested my head in my arms on my steering wheel and thought this through. Why would he ignore Sora? Why push someone as kind as he was away? It's not his fault that he went through hell. He's starting to become himself again so what's the deal. He should be excited. Unless that phone call he gave me the other day—

"Hey, move your ass!" Someone yelled from their car at me.

"Fuck you!" I flipped him off and started my car. Great, now I was taken out of my thoughts by that prick. I began driving and before I could get to where I was going, I forgot that I left something at the apartment to finish my job for the day. I needed the break anyway. Maybe I could spend it with Sora and get to know him well. Whoa, slow down Lea. Don't be falling for your best man's lover. I've already went far, I don't want to go too far. Or did I already do that? Shit. I'm fucked anyway if Riku finds out. But I didn't know at the time. I was tricked. Well all that matters is that I know that I will never hurt Sora in any kind of way again.

I wish I didn't move into an apartment so far away from damn society. What the hell was I thinking? Matter of fact, what the hell was I thinking letting Joshua live with me? Well it's temporary anyway, I hope. I finally made it to the apartment and the only things going through my mind was finishing my job, picking up Sora, and taking gas money from Joshua. He won't get out of it this time. I will get my gas money. Before I could stick my key in the door, I heard loud noises on the other side of the door. I leaned against the door hearing Joshua…moaning? Oh hell no. He's having sex in my apartment? With who? Why do I have a bad feeling about opening the door? I tried to quietly stick my key in the door. I was sweating. I felt perverted and disgusted at the same time. Disgusted at the fact that it was my apartment and anyone could hear it just by walking pass the door. I mean what if someone thought it was me sexing this guy? Gross! And lastly I felt perverted because I want to know who the hell was in my house and I had to see the action upon walking in. I can say I wasn't intruding, this is my apartment. I could feel the rage and disgust building up in my gut as I twisted the door knob after unlocking the door. I took a deep breathe and opened the door quietly. No one was in the living room from what I can see. God damn that means you can hear this guy from the bedroom? Note to self, a sound proof interior would make my life easier and more private. I may have to whisper while living here then. I shut the door and twisted the locks slowly. I tip toed to where I heard Joshua's moans, hoping my wooden floors didn't play the song of their people as I walked on them. All I can say is that I'm thankful it wasn't my room, but it's still my home. I had to keep quiet and not blow my cover. There isn't nothing like really getting someone after catching them in the act. They feel really guilty afterwards and it's payback for being in my apartment, serves them right. I stood in front of the closed door and readied myself to open the door and surprise them both. Alright, here I go….this felt so wrong! Why am I stalling? Just open the damn door Lea before it's over. Here goes nothing!

"Joshua what the hell did I tell you about—" Both he and his 'friend' gasped and covered themselves when I opened the door. Or was I the one that gasped louder than they did and didn't realize it? I couldn't believe it. I couldn't believe it at all! Well Sora, I think I know why Riku has been acting weird lately.

"L-Lea?" Riku was confused when I just backed out the room and went into my room. Where were the things I was looking for so I can get the hell out of here without going to jail?

"Lea look it's not what you think." Riku stood at the door with his pants on now and I just ignored him.

"Oh, I think I know it is what he's thinking!" Joshua yelled out. I walked passed Riku and he tried to grab my arm but I snatched away from him.

"Don't fucking touch me!" We glared at each other.

"Do you have any idea what you're doing? You're hurting Sora. You made him cry today. I was the one there to comfort him, not you!" I yelled at him. He looked away from me then gave me one of his deathly glares.

"Why were you with him?" He had the nerve to question me.

"He called me to take him to his counseling session you ass!" I was irritated by his actions. What should I do now that I found out?

"Please whatever you do, don't tell Sora." He's begging now?

"And let him get hurt further? He deserves to know the truth!"

"Please I can't bear to lose him again. Not a second time." He began to crack. Oh, now he realizes what he's done.

"Well if you don't tell him then I will." I grabbed my keys and slammed the door behind me. I was furious. What the hell was he thinking? I felt my phone vibrate in my pocket and saw it was Sora calling. I answered and began heading over to him. I knew I should've taken Joshua's money after seeing that, but I was too angry to stay in there. Besides, I have enough anyway. I'll just spend time with Sora the whole day and finish this small job while he's with me. I reached him and he was happy to get in the car. We greeted each other and I saw he had a few bags on him.

"Hey Lea I bought you something!" He took my hand and put a silver chain bracelet around my wrist. I actually liked it. The chain wasn't too small and it wasn't too big. It didn't get in the way and it was quite masculine looking to me.

"I bought one for Riku and myself as well." He held up his wrist.

"Sora, why don't I take you out today and treat you to where ever you like?" I offered and he lit up like Christmas lights. He nodded happily and enjoyed his reaction. It made me feel satisfied.

"I have to take care of a small job before I do that. So can we get that out the way first and head out afterwards?" I'm happy he felt comfortable around me. If I said that to him after saving him, he would've panicked and thought I was setting him up. Glad he agreed to tag along for the day though. I just hope this will take my mind off of returning to the apartment later on.

"Oh Lea," He began.

"I also bought this medium sized huggable teddy bear. I know this isn't Riku's type of thing, but I thought it was cute anyway and squishy. It's so soft, I wonder if he'll like it." Sora, I wonder myself after what I've seen today. I wonder.