Hi minna~ twinSlayer is back with another chapter of The's Tale. XD I won't say much in this chapter coz it's supposedly a sad chapter. So, on with the story!
Disclaimer: Fairy Tail isn't not mine…..Arggh dammit just skip this upsetting fate. Let's just get on with the story!
"Marn? You mean the Marn?"
"Well, I don't know if there's another Marn in Mizu Village", he shrugs. "I only knew the one named Ran Martin though."
"No, not that", she laughs nervously, " It's just….it's a bit awkward for you to just appear in front of me and claimed yourself as Marn's son."
He chuckles. "Yeah, you got a point there. Maybe I should wait until you're used to my presence. Besides, I promised your husband that I will take good care of you here in the research centre. One way or another, you will get to know me."
Reika nods. "So your name is Kyuren right? Nice to meet you." She holds out her hand for a handshake.
"Same old method, huh? Nice meeting you too."
After a firm grip of each other's greeting hand, Reika observes every single inch of Kyuren.
"You know, you really resemble your father."
"Really? I've never met my father so I don't know about that."
"You've never met him?"
"Nope", he sighs, "He was chased out of our house by my mother, when I was still a baby. She said my father didn't care about his family anymore. He wanted to take care of his brother's daughter that he unconsciously said that he was going to live with her in Mizu Village. My mother was well aware of the dangerous plantation along the streets so she persuaded father not to go. But my father insisted on taking her into his care, so his resolve led him out of the house. I can't say much at that time. What do you expect from a baby?"
He sits on the chair beside her. "So off he went with you into the village, leaving me and my mom. After I was able to do things by myself, he had already passed away. It was said that he died in honor, leaving only one witness of his bravery. And I decided not to cut our bond just yet. I investigated the case and ended up as a researcher of the mysterious Mizu civilization. My mother had long gone, she died of depression. Maybe his leave took its toll on mommy. "
Reika is left fascinated by the amazing short tale. Surely she didn't know anything about her instructor's life before they moved into Mizu Village. Being told by his descendant, it almost feels like a legend's story.
"I assume you take after your dad's face and that white hair from your mother", she deduces.
"Oh you mean this?" He points out his bright silver hair. "Naahh…..Both of them are black-haired. I dyed this one. Don't you know? White hair is now a trend among Magnolians."
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"O…..kayyy….."
In the evening…
Natsu embraces his twin after Lucy. Their eyes glimmer with sadness. Of course, the debacle on Reika and Kraud staying there for God-knows-how-long was finished long ago. Hibiki allowed it, and even Natsu had to let her go (After some long persuasion from Lucy). Once Reika is standing in front of Hibiki to bid her long absence, he had already pulled her into tight hug. Almost never wanting to let go of his beloved.
Same goes to her best friend, Kraud. After some manly (?) handshakes, Kraud finally pulled a smile. Seems like he had overcome his disappointment earlier.
Kyuren stands beside the two of them, observing any strange occurrence if it were to happen. But he didn't forget to bid Hibiki and his companions farewell too.
"I'll come and see you if I had the chance. Don't worry, and don't feel lonely." Slowly, he caresses her cheek. "If I can't come, I'll send someone from Blue Pegasus or Fairy Tail to check up on you."
"Dear, I'll be okay," she smiles.
Hibiki stares at Reika longingly. Then, he kisses her forehead. "Take care honey." His tears almost fall out of his eye socket.
"Better get moving now, Natsu, Hibiki. It's getting dark," states Lucy. The two of them slightly nods. Their legs feel as if they are being tied up to the now-standing place. Although it was hard enough not to look a few seconds at his wife, Hibiki have to move now. The last train to Fiore's capital will leave any minutes from now.
Quickly, he kisses her temple, cheeks and finally at her lips before hugging her tightly.
"I'll miss you, Reika Laytis."
After four months…
Days without Reika looks like it's crawling from a second to another. Even Hibiki seems to be pushing himself to be happy in front of his friends. And this worries them. But still, if only they could bring back Reika to Hibiki, they would've done that loooong ago.
Eve glances again at the beseated Hibiki, fiddling with his Archive. He sighs.
On the other hand, Hibiki looks at his friend weirdly. "Something wrong, Eve?"
"Nii-chan," he comes closer to Hibiki and puts his hand on his shoulders. "If there's something bothering you please say it out loud. I'm always here to help."
Eve's gaze looks so worried. But again, who wouldn't?
Hibiki is so pale right now, and his fair skin only added the paleness. His clothing… is in a indescribable crumpled condition. More or less, he looked like some backstreet beggar. Thank goodness today he doesn't need to be at the guild, since it's Ren's turn to be at the receptionist desk. But the constant increase of job requirement demands his attention, regardless of his state.
The pale blonde boy puts a paper bag at the nearby desk. "This is your lunch, nii-chan. Please eat it." And he walks back to Blue Pegasus. Before continuing his walk, he stops at the door. "I'll come back later to see if you've eaten or not."
Hibiki chuckles. "Great, now you're acting like my older brother."
Smirking, Eve replies, "I have to take care of you. Or Reika nee-san will kill me when she comes back seeing you rotting away."
Even if it's not for Reika, Eve would still keep an eye for Hibiki. Their friendship is not build in just days, but it had started since he was a teen. Now is a good time to prove their strong bond; In times of hardships.
Hibiki's eyes trails off Eve's silhouette until it disappears from behind the door. Then, he gives out a heavy sigh.
These past days had been hard on him. Loads of works needed to be done. And sometimes, Eve needed some advice about the methods of successful flirting (just sometimes). He just can't find the time to take a train and go to the research centre to meet with his dear wife. All he can do was just pray that she will undergo the experiments there well.
Also, when he had the time, he would go to Fairy Tail to send Natsu or Wendy to go and meet Reika in his place. Well, she is pregnant now. He must take good care of her, even in a long-distanced relationship.
Regarding the pendant, it seems kinda useless because of the far telepathy. His magic will deplete rapidly to keep a constantly clear conversation. The longest talk they had was only 4 minutes, and that was enough to had him hyperventilate like hell because of the magic-sucking procedure. And because of that, Reika swore not to communicate that long anymore.
The one thing that made him more helpless than ever when this one time Wendy asked his help. She said, it's about Reika. He was nervous, guessing it might revolve around the baby problem. Then, Wendy muttered, "Reika-san said her shirts are getting small. It doesn't fit anymore." Hibiki was so touched. Reika's belly was getting bigger and bigger each day, and he couldn't be beside her. Withstanding his sadness, he promised Wendy to meet up with him to take some pregnant gowns before meeting up with Reika next time.
Another thing. The Master's place was taken by, undoubtedly, Ichiya Vanderlay Kotobuki. The most suitable magician (?) to be appointed as Blue Pegasus's Master. Ren was given Ichiya's former place as the head of Trimen. Meanwhile, Hibiki was disqualified from the competition. It's all thanks to Yoora's case. The truth was, she was one of Hibiki's flirting victim. And the only girl who didn't know the meaning of "hook-up". Maybe she had her own story but that's no excuse on putting a charge on the desperate Hibiki. She said, it was all his fault that she had became the girl she is now. Although he was still unclear of how his sugar-coated words can change a girl into something so scary, he still pay the charge. The blame was, of course, being put altogether on his shoulder, and it left a bad taste on his mouth. Not to mention, to the people of Magnolia too. Apart from his name got dirty, his title as the Master's nominator was also stripped.
A creak is heard as the door opens. Eve's face appears at the entrance.
"Have you eaten?"
Hibiki lifts his face whilst smiling sheepishly. "Uhm…No?"
Eve quickly fakes a mad expression. "Nii-chan!" His fists moves up to his hips. "How many times I have to tell you no skipping meals!"
"Haha….Sorry," Hibiki chuckles. "I was too concentrated on getting this work done."
"Remember, if the next time I see you haven't swallowed those, I'll make sure I'm the one who made you eat." With that, he steps out of the house. Hibiki smiles.
"Yes, sir~"
"Hey, Eve," calls Ren. Eve turns his face. "What, Ren nii-chan?"
"How's he?"
Eve shrugs. "As always."
Sighing, Ren looks at the outside, as if looking at Hibiki's house. "I wonder when he will regain his composure back. I know this is all too much for him." He looks down at the floor before shutting his eyes. "If only we could help in other ways…"
"Yeah…" Eve's eyes also shows the same disappointment.
Hibiki was so into his work when suddenly a message pops out at his Archive screen. Before this, he would ignore any types of advertisement ( Author: Yeah, even the Archive have ads spamming in them. :3 ). Only this time, he can sense a kind of attraction to that one. It is a music file.
-It doesn't hurt to listen to something new once in a while.- , he thinks. And then the music plays. The piano strings tremble as it produces a unique and soothing introduction. Hibiki smiles. -Hmm….not bad.-
He continues to listen to it when he heard the lyrics was sung.
The fragrance of flower spreads in my breath
Prettiness takes over my sight under the moonlight
However outer looks aren't enough for my love
O my princess…
Hibiki's eyes widen. His mind automatically flew to Reika.
Now you aren't here, leaving me alone
The hollowness in my heart, I can't hide anymore
Just when will you come back into my arms
After you stepped away…Ohh….
Again, the lyrics strike right into his heart. The dancing fingers that were actively typing on the Archive has now stopped working; His mind is now focused on the song.
Princess…
The overwhelming cold night is killing me, without your pleads
Come back to me…
I'm missing your chuckles and bright smiles
O princess…
The overwhelming cold night is killing me, my heart is missing you
Come back to me…
Oh my love please…
Hear my heart's cajoles
I can't bear this solitude no more
In my wake I'm still confused
Oh please heed my words…
Now his black orbs cannot differentiate between imagination and reality. All he can see now is only Reika. Reika, Reika, everywhere.
Come back to me
The overwhelming cold night is killing me, without your pleads
My princess…
I'm missing your chuckles and bright smiles
Come back to me…
The overwhelming cold night is killing me, my heart is missing you
My love…
Oh my love please…Come back to me…
And the next thing he knew was that a tear fell from his eyes.
Hope you all will enjoy this one as well. :) Till next time. And if you want another set of bloopers, please tell me. I'll accept any reviews and PMs.
Also, the song is from an old Malay song titled Puteri. Credits to Zainal Abidin (the singer) for giving me such a meaningful piece of song.
Jaa, Matta ne~