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Tala: Disclaimer: Winterblazewolf does not own Beyblade or any of the characters except Paul and Frederick. Happy?
Winterblazewolf: Of course. Now time for the chappie! You'll see who Frederick is once you read this chapter.
Special thanks to kailover2006: I decided go ahead with your idea of having a child. Except that the child is Tala's, not Kai's. I mean it is still Kai's child but just that the child is living with Tala and Tala is the one who gave birth to him. Hope you don't mind. And please continue to read and review.
Tala's POV
"Kai?" I choked out. I couldn't believe it was him. After so many years, why did he choose now to appear? He looked so much thinner and paler. Not that I look any better. He looked so miserable. And his eyes, which I have come to love and which once, held so much pride and beauty, were now lifeless.
What happened to him? Where was Rei? Why is he in Russia? So many questions, I need answers, pronto.
"Yes Tala?" He asked in a voice so empty it made me want to cry. Why? Why am I feeling so happy yet miserable that his here? Is it because I still love him? I can't! I have Paul now; Kai doesn't mean anything to me! Right? If so, why am I having doubts?
"Why are you here? How did you get in? Why are you alone? Where is Rei? And what the hell happened to you? You look like the living dead. You probably are the living dead." He chuckled softly. I sighed; it was good to hear him laugh, even though it was only a chuckle.
"Chill Tala. 1) Why can't I be here? 2) I grew up in the abbey; guess how I got in. 3) I'm with you. 4) Why don't you find out from your fucking team mate, Bryan? And 5) Nothing happened to me." He then looked at me in the eye and said, "Your house?" I nodded slowly.
"Why did you say Bryan was a 'fucking team mate'? What the hell did he do to get the oh-so-powerful Kai Hiwatari so mad?" I added in sarcastically. "You don't know?" Kai asked surprise evident in his voice. "Why don't you call him?"
I went over to the phone and dialed Bryan's number. The phone kept ringing; I thought it would never stop. God, Bryan was definitely taking his own sweet time to get the phone. I'm so going to kill him if he does not answer soon. Finally, there was a click.
"Hello?" Bryan said from the other line in a tired voice.
"Bryan? It's me, Tala." I said.
"Tala? What the fuck are you doing calling so early in the morning? (1)" Bryan asked, any trace of tiredness erased from his voice.
"Are you dating Rei?" I asked. At this, Kai said, "Smart as always huh Tala? Already know what to ask before you even picked up the phone I bet." And winked. I glared at him. Was he flirting with me?
"Um… Maybe. Why?" Bryan said hesitantly.
"Don't you dare lie to me, Kuznetsov!" I growled into the phone angrily. I saw Kai smirk out of the corner of my eye.
"Fine! I am dating Rei. So what?" He snapped, obviously pissed off.
"When?" I spoke in barely a whisper but I knew Bryan heard me.
"Tala…I…" Bryan voice softened.
"Well?" I asked.
"Half a year after Kai cheated on you." He said.
"What!" I said in disbelief.
"Tala, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to but I can't control my feelings you know." His voice was barely a whisper now.
"Why didn't you tell me? How could you date the guy that stole my boyfriend?" I choked. Tears were streaming down my face now. How could Bryan betray me? He was the person I trusted the most besides Kai. Why is it that everybody I trust betrays me?
I heard someone talking in the background. It was soft but I heard it anyway. "Bryan honey, what are doing up at this unholy hour?" Rei asked. "Nothing Kitten, go back to sleep." "Darling, are you talking to Tala?" Ha asked softly. "Yes, baby." Bryan said equally soft. I hung up. I couldn't stand it anymore.
Bryan's POV
"Hello?" I said into the phone but the line has already gone dead. I sighed. I was seriously going to call Tala back but I know when he is like this, he won't talk to anyone. Except Kai. But that was in the past.
"Is Tala ok?" Rei asked with a hint of guilt in his voice.
He still blames himself for helping Kai cheat with Tala. I feel guilty too. Why shouldn't I? Tala treats me like a real brother yet I didn't tell him that Kai was cheating on him with Rei even though I knew. Just because I hate Kai and wanted to hurt him so badly that I didn't consider Tala feelings. I should have stop Rei.
"I don't think so. He's very emotional you know?" I said quietly.
Rei nodded silently beside me. "I know, Bry. I know."
Suddenly, my mind drifted back to the times at the abbey.
Flashback
Me, Tala, Spencer, Ian and Kai were walking in the hallway, trying to avoid any cameras. We had just sneaked out and were coming back. I was seven at that time. Tala was six, Spencer was eight, Ian was five and Kai was also eight. The others beside me and Tala got back to their rooms already but me and Tala haven't yet as our rooms were the furthest.
I accidentally trip and one of the cameras caught me. A few minutes later, four of Boris' goons were surrounding me. I thought I was going to get a punishment until Tala called out, "It was not his fault! I lured him out by telling him that Boris wanted to see him."
Boris' goons let go of me and grabbed Tala roughly and pulled him with them. I looked at him in surprise. He just shrugged and winked at me.
The next day, me, Spencer, Ian and Kai found many new scars and bruises on Tala's body. He just told us it was ok and it didn't hurt at all, but we all knew he was lying.
End flashback
I didn't know why those guards believe him. It was so obviously a lie. I guess they were too stupid. Either that or they just like to punish Tala more than me.
Rei looked at me and said, "You're thinking about Tala, aren't you?" I nodded my head. He sighed and leaned on me and I put my arm around his waist.
We just lay there in the bed. Neither of us saying anything; just staying there, enjoying each other's company until we have to get up.
Tala's POV
I collapsed on the couch and cried. I hardly notice Kai seating beside me and hugging me. He whispers softly into my ears, "Don't worry babe, it'll be alright. Hush now, don't cry anymore."
It was just like last time, when we were still together. He always whispers into my ear and reassure me that everything will be alright every time I got angry or upset. I laid my face on Kai's chest and sobbed quietly while he holds me tightly.
Kai's POV
Tala is now crying on my chest. I hate seeing him so sad. I want him to be happy. I shouldn't have asked him to call Bryan. I shouldn't even come to him. I hugged him tightly. I love him so much. Too late now, he probably hates me.
I hold his chin lightly and lifted his face gently. He looked at me; his usual icy cold eyes were now red from crying so much. It was just like Tala to be so emotional. I kiss away his tears softly. He tensed slightly before relaxing again. After he stopped crying, I pulled him back into my embrace.
I heard a door opening and a boy about came out of the room. "Mummy? (2)" He looked to be about three and is really adorable. He has blue hair and ice blue eyes. He also looks really innocent. The boy walked over to Tala and said again, "Mummy?"
To say I was shocked is an understatement. I was shocked beyond measures. Tala had a child? Was it that freaking idiot Paul's son?
Tala pulled away from me and put the boy on his lap. "What's wrong darling? Can't sleep?" Tala asked the boy in his lap softly. The boy nodded. Tala smiled at him.
He carried the boy back to the bedroom. I followed quietly. I watched as Tala tucked the boy in bed and told him a story before the boy fell asleep again.
When we were alone in the again, I asked Tala, "Who was that boy?" He glanced at me before replying, "My son."
"How?" I asked.
He sighed deeply. "After you left, Biovault did some modifications to my body that enables me to give birth." I nodded my head, trying to comprehend what Tala had just told me.
"So what's his name?" I asked, trying not to sound anxious but deep down I was crawling with impatience. Tala looked at me and I know that he knew that I wanted to know desperately.
"Frederick." He replied.
"Oh." I said. "Frederick what?"
Tala said softly, "Frederick Hiwatari."
I gasped. "Frederick Hiwatari?" Tala nodded.
"He's my son? How old is he?"
"Three." Tala answered, looking at me as if I should know something else. Then it hit me.
"You were pregnant when I left you!" He nodded again.
"Why didn't you tell me?" I said.
"You were in love with Rei. I didn't want you to stay with me because of Frederick!" Tala said, tears were once again streaming down his face.
"Oh Tala. I didn't know. I…I'm so sorry. Oh Tala." I sat down on the couch and sighed. My life was so messed up. "Does anybody else know?" I whispered.
"Boris and Paul." Tala said whispered too. He was now sitting on a chair in the kitchen.
I suddenly realized something. I have not asked Tala what he was doing with Boris. "Hey, what were you with Boris this morning?"
He looked at the ground said, "He's my godfather."
I gasped. "How?"
"He's a changed man. He proved it, so I forgave him. That's how he became my godfather." Tala said, still not looking me.
"Oh, I see." I replied. We just sat there in silence until Tala said, "How's your business?" Even though I was upset that Rei cheated on me and that Tala left me, I still had to continue the business, right? Besides, it keeps me distracted.
"Good. What about you? What are you doing?"
"I'm singing."
I looked at him. He noticed me staring at me and laughed lightly. I love it when he laughed. He looked so beautiful. I missed his laugh. "Don't worry. I'm not working at a pub!"
"Oh good." I said, feeling a bit better. "Does Frederick know that I'm his father?"
"Um…no." Tala said hesitantly.
"Why didn't you tell him?" I asked. I walked over to where he was sitting and sat beside him.
"I didn't want him to know he has such a father. Sorry. I wanted to protect him." Tala said.
"It's ok. He probably doesn't want such a father. What did you tell him?"
Tala sighed, "I told him that his father died in a car crush. So sorry."
I reached out and hold Tala's hands. They felt so cold. "It doesn't matter, really."
Tala nodded silently. I did not know what happened next. It was on impulse I guess. I pulled Tala into a kiss.
Tala's POV
Oh my god! Kai is kissing me! Wait, I'm kissing back. It feels so good to be able to kiss Kai like this again. Suddenly, an image of Paul came to my mind. I pushed Kai away. We were both gaping for air.
"Sorry, I didn't mean to… I … I'm so sorry." Kai stuttered.
"Get out." I said. Tears were building rapidly in my eyes.
"Tala, i…" Kai said.
I cut him off, "GET OUT! Why the hell did you kiss me?"
"Sorry. I just wanted to know if you still love me. I still love you." He said
I shook my head. He didn't just say that did not just say that. I do not love him. I love Paul. Why did he say that? God, my head hurts so badly. "Get out!" I screamed.
"Sorry" Kai said before running to the door. He ran out and closed the door lightly.
After I couldn't hear his footsteps anymore, I broke down and cried. Why did I enjoy the kiss? And worst of all, why the hell did I kiss back? I just kept crying. I couldn't stop. Suddenly, the phone rang.
"Hello?" My voice sounded coarse from crying so much.
"Tala? What's wrong? Are you crying?" Spencer's worried voice said. "What's wrong?" I heard Ian said from the background. Both of them have been dating for two years already. Spencer was now 23 years old and Ian was 20 years old.
"Nothing's wrong Spence." I said, sniffing.
"Tala, me and Ian are now in a cab ok? We are going to your place now."
"Ok. Bye."
"Bye. Don't do anything foolish." Spencer said as the line went dead.
I went to the kitchen and pulled out a bottle of Advil. I took out one pill and swallowed it. I glanced at the clock. It was 12.30 am already. I sighed, I still had work tomorrow. Surely, my boss won't mind if I skip work for only one day.
I got up and dialed Christ's house number. After a few seconds, someone picked up the phone.
"Hello?" Christ said tiredly.
"Hi, Christ." I said.
"Tala? What the fuck? Do you have any idea what time is it? Anyway, why are you calling?"
"Can I take the day off, please?"
I heard Christ sighed. "Fine. Only one day though."
I breathed a sigh of relieve. "Thanks Christ, you're a lifesaver!"
"Whatever. Night, Tala."
"Night." I said as the phone line once again went dead for the third time that night.
The doorbell rang. I stood up and went to get it. Spencer and Ian were standing in the doorway. I let them in. They came in and sat on the couch.
"What's wrong Tal? Why were you crying? Your eyes are bloody red!" Ian said, looking at me with concern.
I broke down into sobs again. This time Spencer and Ian hugged me tightly while I told what had happened. They just sat there and listened until I told them what had happened.
After I told them what had happened, Spencer told me to get some rest and that we will continue to talk tomorrow. I showed them to their room before checking on Frederick.
I went into my bedroom and on the radio. I didn't feel like sleeping yet though I was bloody tired. One of my favourite songs starts playing on the radio. Unknowingly, I began to sing along.
'When you first left me
I was wanting more
But you were fucking that girl next door
What'd you do that for
When you first left me
I didnt know what to say
I'd never been on my own that way
Just sat by myself all day
I was so lost back then
But with a little help from my friends
I found the light in the tunnel at the end
Now you're calling me up on the phone
So you can have a little whine and a moan
And it's only because you're feeling alone
At first when I see you cry
Yea it makes me smile
Yea it makes me smile
At worst I feel bad for awhile
But then I just smile
I go ahead and smile
Whenever you see me
You say that you want me back
And I tell you it don't mean jack
No it don't mean jack
I couldn't stop laughing
No I jus couldn't help myself
See you messed up my mental health
I was quite unwell
I was so lost back then
But with a little help from my friends
I found the light in the tunnel at the end
Now you're calling me up on the phone
So you can have a little whine and a moan
And it's only because you're feeling alone
At first when I see you cry
Yea it makes me smile
Yea it makes me smile
At worst I feel bad for awhile
But then I jus smile
I go ahead and smile
At first when I see you cry
Yea it makes me smile
Yea it makes me smile
At worst I feel bad for awhile
But then I jus smile
I go ahead and smile
At first when I see you cry
Yea it makes me smile
Yea it makes me smile
At worst I feel bad for awhile
But then I jus smile
I go ahead and smile
At first when I see you cry
Yea it makes me smile
Yea it makes me smile
At worst I feel bad for awhile
But then I jus smile
I go ahead and smile'
Kai's POV
I sighed. Why did I kiss Tala? I've probably ruined my only chance of being friends with Tala, let alone be his boyfriend again! I sighed again. I love him. So why did I cheat on him with Rei? Why oh why did I do that?
I am sitting on the roof of Tala's apartment. I can hear every single one of his words thanks to the training at the abbey. It also helps that his apartment is at the highest level and the roof, obviously, is on top of his house.
I heard the phone ringing and Tala answered it. It was Spencer. After that, I heard Tala calling someone call Christ. He was asking for a day off. I think Christ is his boss or something. I heard the doorbell ring and Spencer and Ian coming in. They talked before Tala showed them their room. I heard Tala going into his room after checking on Frederick and turning on the radio. A song played. I listened to Tala sing until the song was finished.
I sighed. I think I know why he likes that song. Probably cause of what I did. I wouldn't blame him though.
Tala's POV
I woke up the next day at 8. I washed up before taking a quick shower and I went out. I went to the living room and saw Ian watching the news while Spencer was making breakfast.
"Took you a long time to get up." Ian said, half-serious, half-joking.
"I was tired." I said while making my coffee. I just realized something. I had not send Frederick to school yet. Oh well, he could skip one day like me. I got to tell Spencer and Ian about my dear little son.
"Spencer, Ian I have to tell you guys something." I said. They both stopped what they were doing and looked at me questioningly.
"Well you see…" I was cut off as Frederick's bedroom's door open. He walked and ran to hug me. I hugged him back.
He noticed Spencer and Ian and said, "Mummy, who are they?" I know that Spencer and Ian were looking in shocked.
"I'll tell you later darling. Go and wash up first." I said gently to him.
After he went away, Ian said, "What the fuck?"
I looked at him and sighed and began telling him and Spencer what had happened during the three years. They were both very understanding and offered to help me. They said that they were staying with me until they get a house. It seems they were moving back to Russia permanently.
Frederick came out a few moments later and I told him who Spencer and Ian were. He greeted them as 'Uncle Spencer' and 'Uncle Ian'. Ian made this really face which me, Spencer and Frederick burst out laughing at.
"What? I'm not that old to be called 'uncle'" Ian whined.
"What do you wan him to call you then?" Spencer asked in between laughs.
"Ian!" A pause. "Duh!" We all laughed again. That was the good thing about Ian, he could cheer anybody up. Even if that person is in the sad-est mood, he could cheer them up.
Frederick finally realized that he was suppose to go to school today and asked me, "Mummy, don't I have to go to school?"
"I overslept. You can skip school for one day." I said casually.
The doorbell ringed.
"I'll get it." Ian said cheerfully. I wondered who would come so early and I suddenly remembered that Boris said he was coming today. By the way, I haven't told Boris to Spencer and Ian yet. If that is him coming and Ian opening the door… Oh shit! I tried to stop him but too late, he opened the door.
"Boris!" Ian said in disbelief.
"Ian" Boris said.
"What the fuck are you doing here?"
"Tala hasn't told you yet?"
Ian turned to me. "What is this all about?"
I asked Boris to come in and told Frederick to go back to his room while Spencer and Ian sat on the sofa. I told why Boris was here and all the stuff that I didn't tell them. What surprised me was that they didn't mind and said that they knew I had my difficulties for not telling them and that they would also try to accept Boris.
Frederick's POV
Uncle Boris came and mummy told me to go to my room. I don't know why. Uncle Spencer and Ian seem to don't like Uncle Boris. I wonder why. Uncle Boris is very nice and friendly. So I'm not sure why they hate him. I hope that they will stop hating Uncle Boris and start accepting him soon.
Tala's POV
I hope that they will accept Boris. I know that it will be hard for them to accept him. I know that because I too had difficulties accepting Boris. I know that it will not be easy to gain Spencer's or Ian's trust. After all, I also had some problems gaining their trust and accepting me as a leader but I still did it so I don't see why Boris can't! But then again, Boris was the evil trainer at the abbey. Even if I do trust him, I'll never forget the times at the abbey. Never!
Ian's POV
So, Boris is Tala's godfather huh? Oh well, if Tala trusts him then I will too but not now. He may have proved himself to Tala but that doesn't mean that he has proven himself to me. I may not accept him but I will try to though. After all, I know it is not easy to gain Tala's trust. I had a few problems gaining Tala's trust myself. But then again, he had just broken up with Kai at that time. He may not be thinking straight. But even if I do trust him, I'll never forget the times at the abbey. Never!
Spencer's POV
I am grateful to Boris for taking care of Tala for me but I am not sure if I can trust him yet. He is after all the person who tortures us day after day at the abbey. But if Tala trusts him then I will try to trust him too. I know it is not easy to gain Tala's trust. I had a few problems myself trying to gain Tala's trust. But then again, he had just broken up with Kai at that time. He may not be thinking straight. But even if I do trust him, I'll never forget the times at the abbey. Never!
Boris' POV
I know it will be hard to gain Spencer's and Ian's trust, but for the sake of Tala, I will try. After all, I was the person who they hate the most at one point of their lives. Gaining Spencer's and Ian's trust will be as difficult as gaining Tala's trust. I don't underestimate them. I know it is difficult for people to accept the fact that I am finally good after the bega incident. I won't give up until they trust me!
Kai's POV
I spent the night sleeping on the roof and hell does my back hurts. Anyway, I can hear talking. It seems that Boris had come and Tala is telling Spencer and Ian why Boris is here and whatever he didn't tell them during the years he been in Russia. Good. This way, I'll also know what he has been doing in Russia. I must try and apologize and hope that Tala will forgive me. I don't know what I'll do if Tala never talks to me again.
Bryan's POV
It's my break time now. I sighed. I still haven't got over the call Tala gave me. I knew he would find out one day but I never expected his reaction would be that bad. I shouldn't have underestimated Tala. He is after all very emotional and sensitive. I hope that he is alright. I don't know what I'll do if anything happens to him or if he never forgives me again. Never mind. I will go to Russia to tonight with Rei and hopefully things will work out between us again.
Rei's POV
Today was a typical hot day in Japan. Bryan has already left for work and I took the day off. I needed time to think about what had happened these past few years. During and after I cheated Kai and even before that.
When Tala called this morning, I felt very guilty. Even more so when I saw Bryan's sad expression. I really want to apologize to Tala. I don't know why I wanted to hurt Kai. I think it's because when he rejected me, I started to hate him. I hope Tala and Kai can forgive me. That's it. I had enough of moping about all day. I will go to Russia to tonight with Bryan and hopefully things will work out between us again.
TBC
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Lots of couple thinking the same thing. There's lots of chemistry huh?
(1) I think that there's a time difference between Russia and Japan, right? If there isn't, I would appreciate it if you tell me!
(2) Kai's and Tala's son. Idea was from Kailover2006. There's a special thanks to her at the top. I thought it would be cute if Frederick called Tala mummy instead of daddy, what do you think?
-Winterblazewolf