A/N: And I return to resume this story. And what do you know? This chapter comes with great timing, especially since Valentine's Day quickly approaching. This will also allow me to expand my horizons with this series and show the romantic side of our characters.
This chapter shall focus primarily on two: Tai/Sora and Max/Keke. The latter will be explored more.
Moreover, this is marks the first true original chapter that's not a pre-existing story/chapter, or contain any scenes from my DFK/Cross Generations stories.
Anyway, enjoy this short but sweet chapter!
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Digimon Fusion Ascendancy
Chapter IX: Double Date
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Other World/X's Planet/8:30 AM
(Cue Dragon Ball Super OST - Regret)
Staring at the mask he wore, Max Kamiya recently unmasked himself to Tai's friends. Before then, only Tai, the D3s, and Simms knew of X's true identity. Needless to say, it was a shock to Sora and the others.
Max let out a deep sigh and slowly put the mask over his face.
"What's even the point anymore? Every one's now seen my face."
"Sir," Simms interrupted.
Startled by Simms entering his quarters, Max turned and looked at the older Watcher.
"Simms, um, what brings you here?"
"Well, I do live here, too, Max. In case you forgot, this is my planet. You merely took on the position and the responsibilities as the Northern Digiverse's Watcher once I voluntarily stepped down."
"Yeah, but now that I've taken off this mask and gained back my Ascendant powers I have no need for this job anymore."
"Says who?"
"Well, the Nexus."
"Correct me if I'm wrong, but didn't the powers that be in the Nexus say that your return to active duty as an Ascendant and protector of life on a trial basis. Technically, you are still a Watcher. You may still resume your duty observing the Digiverse. Unless you feel it's time for me to take back my full-time responsibilities?"
Max mulled over this decision. "Maybe we can take turns? I could try to juggle two roles."
"I hope that won't be too much burden on you."
"Nah, besides I already come and go from this place when Tai and the others need me."
"True. Well, on the bright side, you'll have more time to spend with Tai, Sora…"
(End theme)
"And me," a young woman's voice interjected.
Max and Simms both turned as Keke walked in on them.
"Keke, hey, we were just talking about how much free time I'll have now that I'm semi-retiring from Watcher duty!" Max said with a stupid grin on his face.
"Semi-retiring, huh?" Keke coyly smirked. She approached Max and tapped his chest. "And so you'll have plenty of free time to spend with others. You already mentioned Tai and Sora. I totally get wanting to spend time with family. But, what about… oh…" She pointed to herself. "Me?"
"Heh, I was just going to mention you, Keke," Max smirked, leaning over as kissed her lips.
(Cue Guilty Crown OST - Friends)
Keke kindly returned a kiss. "Mmm, still a damn good kisser, Max."
"Hey now, it's not like this is the first we've kissed…"
"It's the first we've kissed in a while, Max. And if we're not counting the times I've had to remove that stupid mask of yours, it's been ages."
"Ages? Man, it has been a long time, huh?"
"Yes, and since you have free time, we have plenty to catch up on," Keke winked, lightly elbowing Max's side and tapping his chin. "Right? And I won't take no for an answer, Max."
"N-No, why would I say 'no'? So, what did you have in mind?"
"I don't know? How about a date? We're long overdue for one."
"Sure, where did you have in mind?"
"It's a restaurant down on Earth," Keke stated. "And there's a dress code, so you better dress to impress, Max."
"I've got plenty of suits in the mansion. Simms, maybe you can help fetch one for me?"
"Of course, sir," Simms nodded.
"We've got that covered. By the way, Tai and Sora are going to be there."
"Oooh, so this is a double date?"
"Sorta, but we'll be taking separate tables."
"So, why this particular restaurant?"
"It's got a great view of Tokyo and it's the ideal romantic dinner spot."
Max smiled, grasping Keke's hands and looking her dead in the eyes. "Then, I won't ruin this for us. I'll be there."
Keke genuinely smiled and kissed his cheek. "I know you will. The date's at 8:00 tomorrow night."
"See you then, babe," Max said, watching Keke leave. A loving smile adorned his face.
"You two still have that bond I remember so much. It's as if you two never broke up."
"It kinda felt like we did separate once I donned the X guise and became Watcher. Our relationship since became rocky, but never didn't break up due to negligence or spite. We remained close friends, but since I became Watcher I had to follow certain guidelines and one of them being I couldn't have a relationship with someone outside my immediate family."
"Safe to say, you cand Keke can rekindle your relationship. This date will be a good start."
Max handed the X mask to Simms. "Yeah, and you know what? Beerusmon awakening was the best thing to happen to me. If he hadn't awakened and fought Omega X, I'd still be full-time Watcher. Geez, I never thought I'd be happy to be free! There's so much I can do! Hallelujah! Plenty of dates with Keke, quality family time, and some training!"
"Sir, about Beerusmon. He will no doubt return to fight Omega X. Tai now wields the power of an Ascendant God."
"Yeah, and so do I since I took a bulk of Alpha X's power in the Nexus."
"So, you intend to delve and bring out that Ascendant God power?"
"Well, of course! But that'll come with training. I can't train alone though. I can count on keke to train with me. Ooh, BW, Pikkan, and Tai can spare some free time to train with me!"
"That'll be good for you, sir."
"Yeah, I've got a lot of catching up with friends and family. This is gonna be great!" Max enthusiastically said.
(End theme)
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Odaiba Park/July 9, 2010/10:30 AM
(Cue Dragon Ball Super OST - Compromise)
"So, wait we're having a double date tonight?" Tai asked Sora, both sitting opposite from each other on a bench. "I thought it was just the two of us?"
"Keke arranged and reserved a table for the two of them on the balcony," Sora said. "So, they'll be away from where we'll be."
"I see. I hope it goes well for those two. Max has been telling to me how long it's been since he went on date with her. They'll be fine I'm sure of it."
Sora smiled and nodded in agreement. "Yeah, so…"
"What's it like finding out Max is our son? You still trying to get over that?"
"Somehow I had a gut feeling. I felt a deep connection being around X as if he were a long lost relative I've longed wanted to meet."
"Same here."
"And you're certain he told you not to tell us his identity until now?"
"Yeah, he gave me strict orders not to reveal his identity until he was ready. Who would've guessed it took Beerusmon's arrival to do it."
Sora sighed. "That Beerusmon is such a jerk. I don't care if he is a Digimon God of Destruction."
"Yep, but he's sure one heck of a strong guy. Fighting him with the Ascendant God power was thrilling. It's going to take me some to hone it."
"Thrilling?" The Bearer of Love cocked a sardonic grin. "God, you're so inherently stubborn when it comes to fighting strong opponents. Sometimes I wonder if you like fighting more than dating."
"Who says I can't excel at both?" Tai kissed Sora's forehead, making her smile. "So, 8:00 it is. I'll be there."
"See you then," Sora kissed his cheek.
As he turned to leave, Tai stopped and pivoted to look at Sora again. Sora was starting to leave.
"Hey, Sora…"
"Yeah?" She turned and asked.
"Thanks for putting up with me. I'll do my best balance training and spending time with you."
"Don't stop on my account, but let's also spend time getting to know Max. And the best way to do it is watching you two train."
"Right. Thanks, Sora. See you tonight."
With that, Tai turned to leave and went home. As Sora started to leave, she noticed a red light subtly glow on her chest. She noted the faint Crest of Love glowing brilliantly, which initially confounded her. She shrugged it off thinking it was just her love coming to life.
(End theme)
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Shinjuku District/Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building/11:00 AM
Izzy, Yolei, Ken, and their Digimon were pulled into a room with Maki Himekawa and Daigo Nishijima questioning them about the recent global blackout that occurred a few days ago. This happened at exactly the day Omega X and Beerusmon fought; it precisely happened when Omega X and Beerusmon's battle caused those ripples that nearly ruptured and destroyed the Digiverse. The effects of the battle impacted the real world, briefly causing a worldwide shutdown of the electrical grid and the internet.
(Cue Durarara! OST - Ikebukuro West Exit Five-way Intersection #10)
"Ok, let me get this straight. That total blackout a couple days ago was caused by some fight in the Digital World?" Maki asked, rubbing her temples to alleviate the stress she had been under dealing with the press. "Funny, Tony Stark said the same thing to me and told me not to sweat it since the crisis was averted."
"That's um… correct, Maki," Izzy confirmed. "A wild fight between our friend and some digital god broke out beyond our control."
"Would you believe it all started because that flippant digital god threw a tantrum over not getting some pudding?" Yolei tried to explain. "Pfft, like who'd throw a tantrum over something stupid over pudding to the point where you'd threaten to blow up the world!"
"Well, that's exactly what happened, Yolei," Ken said.
"All because that stupid pink tub of lard wouldn't share his stupid pudding with Beerusmon!" Yolei snapped.
"Now, let's settle down, Yolei. We're all alive and well," Izzy reasoned with the infuriated woman.
"I'm shocked Mimi even forgave Beerusmon. If that were my party, I'd tell that feline jerk to hit the road."
"And dooming us all," Hawkmon sighed.
Daigo glanced over to Maki, who palmed her face enough to hide her annoyance with the whole situation. He backed off as not to irritate her.
"That'll be all for today," Maki sighed deeply. "You're dismissed."
With that, Izzy, Yolei, and Ken left the room. They left Maki and Daigo to discuss what they've heard from their best eyewitness accounts.
"So, what do you think, Maki?"
"All that over cups of pudding?"
"According to them, yes," Daigo chuckled sheepishly.
"I need a drink after this day is through."
"Now you're starting to sound like Stark."
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Sam Ichijouji Jr. dropped by to visit Izzy, Yolei, and Ken. They had just talked to him about their conversation with Maki and Daigo about the reasoning behind the global blackout.
"Heh, and it sounds it she didn't take it well?" Sam chuckled.
"Nope. It looks like she's going to be drinking this off once the media hounds get off her back," Ken stated.
"And so everything should be relatively calm for now," the Bearer of Knowledge sighed, relaxing in his chair.
"How's everything on your end?" Yolei asked Sam.
"Been chill since Omega X fought Beerusmon. You'll definitely be seeing Max visiting since he has free time," Sam stated.
"I can't believe X revealed himself as Tai and Sora's son," Yolei tried to grasp this notion. "But it does make sense."
"Since things are pretty calm in the Digital World, I'm here to give tech support if y'all need any-" Sam paused as his cell went off. He checked as a grin formed on his face. "Excuse me. I have to take this call." He answered. "'ello?" He nodded. "Catherine! My lovely French fry! How are you this wonderful day?"
As Sam carried on with his flirtatious call with Catherine, Izzy, Ken, and Yolei sweatdropped together.
"Now I still hard to believe he's your son, Ken and Yolei," Tentomon said.
"He definitely didn't get the flirtatious mannerisms from me," Ken turned to Yolei, who scoffed.
"Don't look at me."
"Never mind him. We've got plenty of work to catch up on, guys," Izzy added as he turned on his laptop and scanned through his emails. "Hmmm, Simms just sent me an email."
"What does it say, Izzy?" Tentomon queried, hovering over to read.
The Bearer of Knowledge raised a brow while reading the email. "Interesting, apparently there's been a new human sighting with a Digimon."
"Oh, perhaps a new Chosen?" The insect wondered.
"Maybe, but who'd be this new Chosen?" Ken asked Izzy.
"Your guess is as good as mine. We may need to investigate this."
(End theme)
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Odaiba District/The Princess Sakura Restaurant/7:55 PM
Later that evening, Tai Kamiya arrived five minutes on time for his date. He came sharply dressed in a black shirt, dark khaki dress pants, and a red tie. He saw Sora standing waiting at the front. She came dressed in an alluring dark red top, a white skirt, and white high heel shoes.
Fixing his tie, the Bearer of Courage walked over to Sora.
"Hey, Sora. You're looking smoking hot tonight."
Sora smiled as Tai turned her around. They kissed and walked in together.
"And you're looking sharp yourself, Tai."
"Well, you wanted me to come dressed nice. Luckily I still have this tie."
"Looks good on you," Sora said, wrapping his tie around her finger.
"So, is Keke here?"
"Yep, and Max should be here soon."
Tai nodded. "Cool, hope he gets here."
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Sitting in a table reserved for two, Keke waited for her date. She came garbed in a revealing rose short dress, which showed off her drop dead gorgeous body. She wore her hair in a Chinese style bun.
She checked the time. It was 7:59.
As she prepared to order a water glass, someone covered her eyes.
"Guess who?"
"Someone who's one minute early?"
"Heh, sorry I could've gotten here much sooner."
"Oh, I'm sure you would've." Keke chuckled, turning her chair around to see Max kneeling and kissing her hand.
Max came dressed in a black shirt, dark dress pants, and wearing a white tie.
"You're looking smoking hot tonight, babe," Max said, looking her deep into her eyes.
"Me smoking hot? Look at you!"
"Well, you told me to come dressed to impress, right? Did I disappoint?"
Keke nodded and kissed Max's cheek. "Not at all. C'mon, I'm thirsty."
"I'll order us some drinks," Max beckoned a waiter over. "Two water glasses for now."
"Not in the mood for anything alcoholic?" Keke asked him.
"Maybe later if that's ok?"
"No problem," Keke replied as she and Max carried on a casual conversation. She didn't care what Max talked about as long as she got to be there to listen and spend time with him.
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With the night still young, the two couples were thoroughly enjoying each other's company. Tai and Sora discussed about the latter's recent discovery of her Crest's light glowing.
"Your Crest just started glowing after our chat in the park?" The Bearer of Courage became intrigued with this baffling development. "You decided to tell me this now?"
"I wanted to tell you, but you were already gone."
"Think it could mean something? Maybe it had to do with you telling me not to stop training just for you. Maybe it had to do with the fact you'd love to see me and Max spend more time together. That maybe it, Sora. It's your love surfacing. Your love for me and Max."
Sora thought this over. "That makes a lot of sense. It could just be the power of my Crest's energy responding to my love for y'all." She shook her head, broadening her smile. "Maybe I'm looking way too deeply into it." She sipped her drink.
"Or maybe you can talk to Max about it? Or, Simms or Gennai?"
"No, it's fine. It's probably nothing in the long run."
As Sora continued on, Tai forged a mental link with Max, who was having a conversation with Keke.
How's the date with Keke going? Seems everything's looking well with you two.
It is, Tai. We're definitely re-establishing our relationship. I'm finding out Keke's spending a lot more time with Matt and Mimi. I even heard Matt's planning to take Mimi and Keke shopping for clothes. And get this, it's because Matt owes Keke after she landed one solid punch during training before the Digital World Tournament!
Tai smiled hearing all this. You mean the tournament that got interrupted by DarkMagimon's goons?
Yeah, that one! Well, the bet was if Keke can got one good hit on Matt, then Matt would have to take her out on the town shopping with Mimi. Well, Matt's a man of his word and with no Yamakins around to rain on their parade they get to have some family bonding.
That's cool. I'm happy for them, especially Keke. She does deserve to spend time with Matt and Mimi.
While looking into Keke's eyes, Max fell madly in love.
"Digital World to Max? Are you there?" Keke giggled, snapping her fingers in Max's face.
"I just can't get over how drop dead beautiful you look tonight."
"Gee thanks," she giggled.
Just then, the dance floor inside the the restaurant became covered in purple light. Then, an iconic song by a famous artist played in the background, one that many including the two couples recognized.
"Oh my god…!" Sora and Keke gasped together. "Purple Rain!"
(Cue Prince - Purple Rain)
"Now there's a classic," Tai approved of the song choice.
"As if our date couldn't get any better," Max said, extending his hand to Keke. "How about it? Would you accept this dance with me?"
Keke took Max's hand and walked with him. "But of course!"
"How about it, Sora?" Tai offered a dance with her.
"I hope you'd asked," Sora accepted, taking Tai's hand. She got up and walked with him to the dance floor with other couples, including Max and Keke.
Tai & Sora and Max & Keke danced through the remainder of the Prince song. Every other couple paused as they took notice of these two taking center stage. Tai tossed Sora up, sending her flying into the air. Tai waited a few seconds, checking his watch and then with the right timing caught Sora who fell into his waiting arms. She then lifted Sora high over his head as she spread her arms out smiling and laughing.
"Yeah? We can do y'all something better!" Max yelled out as he and Keke danced. He bent down and put Keke on his shoulders.
As Keke stood perfectly balanced on Max's shoulders, she jumped into the air and somersaulted into his arms. Max spun Keke around in his arms and lifted her into the air. As he set her down, Keke picked him up and lifted him into the air. She surprised the spectators and effortlessly lifted Max up with one hand. Max balanced himself on top of Keke's hand and jumped up doing a handstand while still on Keke's hand. Keke showed no strain holding her boyfriend with one hand. This performance captivated the crowd, completely outdoing Tai and Sora's dance performance.
"Heh, I have to give you two props," Tai clapped.
"Yeah, I can't pick you up like that, Tai," Sora chuckled, itching her chin.
"No, but I can easily hold you up like that."
Keke set Max down as both took a bow to a loud applause.
"Great show, you two," Sora clapped, approaching Max and Keke. "Nice to see my son can show a girl a good time." She winked to Max.
"Thanks, Sora."
"Come, let's go and get some fresh air, guys. This place's getting stuffy here," Tai said, paying the bill for his table.
As the couples headed out the restaurant, Tai carried Sora and flew off. Max and Keke both took to the air as they followed Tai and Sora. Sora cordially smiled as she folded her arms over Tai as he soared high past the clouds.
"Tonight was totally worth it, Tai," she said.
"Glad you enjoyed it, Sora."
"And thanks for making our night fun, Max," Keke grabbed Max's hand.
"Anytime, let me know when you want to do it again."
(End theme)
Upon arriving at the Takenouchi's floral shop, Tai descended with Sora on the rooftop. As he turned to leave, Sora tapped his shoulder and turned him around. Sora grabbed Tai's tie and pulled him into a kiss.
Max and Keke watched them from afar.
"So, what now?" Keke asked him. "Are we done for the night?"
Max turned and raised a bow, expressively grinning from ear to ear.
"My mansion."
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Other World/X's Planet/Mansion/1:30 AM
"Oh yeah! Right there, Max!"
"Oh boy, I'm coming!"
"Let me have it!"
After he climaxed, Max and Keke finished their intercourse. Max and Keke both lied together under the sheets of a king-sized bed. Their faces and bodies were drenched in hot sweat. Both smiled together.
"Thankfully we're wearing protection, Max."
"You sure? I think my rubber has a hole."
Upon hearing this, Keke blinked thrice and shot him a dirty look.
"I'm kidding! Of course, my condom isn't torn."
"Not that I mind bearing a child for us."
"Maybe one day. Heh, just to make Tai and Sora feel old." Max said, looking at Keke as they mulled about their future.
(Cue Digimon Adventure tri OST - Butter-Fly ~Kodoku~)
"Well, technically aren't we older than them?" Keke asked.
"Yeah, but because on top of being Ascendants, we're also digitized humans. We age slower than normal humans. Tai and the others who've become Ascendants will no doubt age slow much like us. So, we have untold years experience over them."
"Yet look how quickly they've caught up in terms of power, especially Tai and Matt. Our fathers have become stronger than us."
Max nodded, putting an arm over Keke's bare shoulder. "But you know it won't take long until I catch up. Whatever it takes, I will unlock that Ascendant God power."
"You can count on me and the others help you."
"Thanks, Keke. And by the way, you have potential to get even stronger."
"I don't know…"
"Don't sell yourself short. I mean, you landed a hit on Matt during training. That's no easy feat!"
"It was a lucky shot."
"I don't believe that," Max looked her dead in the eyes. He held her hands. "Train with me and see how far you go. I think you can get as strong as your brother, Dimitri, and Metalla X."
"I'm glad you think that. Thanks for the confidence boost. I needed it."
"Anytime, Keke. It's what I'm here for," he said as they exchanged a lover's kiss. "We're here to support each other. Now, let's get some rest. Tomorrow we train. Oh, and us having sex just now? That was part of our training."
"I think I'm going to like our style of training."
"Glad you approve, babe."
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Earth/Odaiba, Japan/Takenouchi Residence/Sora's Bedroom/1:55 AM
Tai and Sora, too, finished their late night ecstasy fest. Both lied together in each other's loving embrace.
"I won't forget this, Tai. Thanks."
"My pleasure," the Bearer of Courage smirked until his cell rang off. He picked it up and opened an email straight from Max. "Max sent us something."
"What is it?"
Tai opened the email, which opened a picture showing them with Max and Keke from their double date evening.
"How nice. Let's make sure and cherish this, Tai."
"Man, Max looks just like me. No argument he is my son."
"And he's got my eyes," Sora said, leaning her head against Tai's chest and looking at the picture.
"I'll get this pic printed out and framed for us."
As the couple got under the covers, they held each other's hands.
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"Yep, this was a double date we'll never forget. It was a great way for us to bond with Max. And it definitely won't be the last. I look forward to more family outings.
And this was the beginning of more eventful things to happen.
Remember that request I asked of Anubimon? The one where I asked to fight Teen-Reaper again but reincarnated as a good person?
Well, we're set to have an encounter with Evil Dee's reincarnations. And you won't believe what day they've chosen to meet us?
August 1st, Odaiba Memorial Day."
(End theme)
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Next chapter: Dee's Reincarnations - Dorothy & Avengemon
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A/N: Well, I hope you liked that romance chapter. It's not often I do these kind of chapters, at least for the DFK stories. It's good to expand my horizons.
Sora's Crest of Love sudden glowing will tie-in to her eventual Ascendant power awakening (i.e. Resurrection B, which I intend to repost in Ascendancy).
Prince's Purple Rain is used for the Tai/Sora and Max/Keke dance scene. It will be nearly two years since Prince's passing. Of course, in DFK time here (2011), he's still very much alive.
Maki and Daigo make an appearance. Their roles will be very minor in comparison to their tri counterparts and they're not among the original Digidestined (Taito and his crew are in the DFK-verse). If Meiko and Meikuumon do show, they'll have minor roles, too.
Nothing else to say. This was an experiment chapter for the new exclusive content in this entry. Next chapter will be yet another exclusive chapter. I hope these don't feel borderline 'filler' since these are meant to somewhat develop and expand on character relationships. Don't worry after the next chapter, this story will jump straight into Cross Generations content.
Until the next update, send a review and see you soon!