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Tears of Twilight
Chapter 1
"NO!" Kaye said quickly as she shot up from her bed. Her heart felt like it was pounding like a jackhammer. Her breathing, quick and shallow, sweat poured down her face. She threw off her covers, picked up her alarm clock, looked at it and then slammed it back down in disgust because of how early it was.
"Not again. It looks like I can forget about getting any more sleep tonight." Kaye grumbled as she made her way downstairs. When she finally made it to the main floor, she walked into the kitchen and started to make some chai to try and calm her nerves. Just as she finished making her drink, she picked it up and walked into the living room and sat down on the couch.
Kaye was so lost in thought; she didn't notice that White Blaze laid his front paws and head onto her lap. The tiger nuzzled her in order to get her attention. "White Blaze, sorry boy, did I wake you?" Kaye asked with a small smile as she put down her drink on the table, and then stroked the top of the tiger's head. He tipped his head slightly at an angle. He could see that she was putting on a front, but the sadness in her eyes gave away of how she truly felt.
"Down boy, what do you think Mia would say if she found out that you were on the couch, huh?" Kaye asked as she looked at him. White Blaze didn't budge an inch; he just stayed there watching her in concern.
"Oh I see, you know that something is wrong. So you decided to come over and try to cheer me up. You know what, you're not that much different than the guys or Mia, besides the fact you're a tiger. Listen to me, would ya? I'm talking with you just like I did when..." Kaye said and then suddenly went quiet, with realizing what she just said. Kaye quickly turned her head away from the tiger and buried it into her arms. Tears flowed down, as she quietly cried herself to sleep. White Blaze kept his front paws and head on her lap and fell asleep.
A few hours later, Cye was coming down the stairs just as the sun was starting to rise. He was about to enter the kitchen, until something caught his eye. He carefully walked over to the couch and saw that Kaye was asleep; he almost didn't notice that White Blaze was there until the tiger gave a low growl acknowledging his presence. Cye nodded and then slowly backed away and walked into the kitchen. White Blaze got off of where he was and then went to the kitchen and lay down. Kaye began to slowly wake up; she could hear noises coming from the kitchen. So she got up from the couch and went in.
"Morning, Cye." Kaye said as she walked over to him.
"Morning, sorry if I woke you." Cye replied as he was reaching for a pan.
"It's ok, you didn't, besides I haven't been getting much sleep anyway." Kaye said as she was getting the plates for the table.
"No kidding." Cye replied under his breath.
"Huh, what did you say?" Kaye asked as she turned to face him.
"Nothing." Cye replied quickly as he went back to getting breakfast ready. Kaye just shook her head, and then started to set the table. Cye watched her from the corner of his eye. Then when he knew that she wasn't there, he started to stare at the wound that he still has on his hand. Kaye finished with setting the table, and then when she went into the kitchen to see if he needed any help, she noticed that Cye had his concentration elsewhere.
"Cye, are you ok? Why are you staring at your hand? Did you hurt it?" Kaye asked in concern as she hurried over to him.
"My hand? Ah no, it's fine." Cye replied as he quickly hid it behind his back.
"Let me take a look at it." Kaye said as she tried to get his hand from behind his back.
"There's no need for you to do that. Why don't you go upstairs and change, I have a handle on everything down here." Cye replied as he was trying to change the subject.
"But Cye, you're..." Kaye said as she tried to object.
"I'm fine, now go on." Cye replied as he ushered her to the stairs.
"But..." Kaye said as she looked back.
"Go." Cye replied as he gave her a look that she's never seen before. Just before she went up, Cye caught a small look of hurt in her eyes.
"Smooth Cye, she was just trying to help. Why did you have to go and do that for? She's been through a lot already, she didn't need you to jump down her throat." Cye thought as he turned around and banged his fist on the wall. A low growl was given, to let Cye know that he was still there.
"What are you looking at?" Cye asked in annoyance. White Blaze kept his eyes locked onto Cye's, "All right, I know that she didn't deserve that. I'll make it up to her later, ok." Cye said as he tried to reassure the tiger. White Blaze nodded, and then left the room.
Somewhere across town, a black limousine was going down several streets. In the back of it, sat three young teenagers. A tall blond haired boy, dressed in a pair of blue stonewashed jeans, and a white shirt with a red collar. His long bangs covered his left eye, his right eye was light blue, and seemed to sparkle like the ocean, and his hair went down past his neck a little, going into a V formation. On his left side was a smaller boy whose neck length unkempt hair was the color of orange-brown. He had a forelock hanging down over his nose, his eyes were a sky blue. He was wearing a pair of dark blue jeans with a yellow t-shirt which said: GO AHEAD. MAKE MY DAY in big bold black letters. To the right was a girl who was a bit more taller than the smaller boy, but shorter than the blond haired boy. She had shoulder length brown hair, her bangs came down in points over her cerulean eyes. She was dressed in a pair of blue jeans and a blue sleeveless turtleneck sweater. On her shoulders she bore a pair of golden bracelets, and she wore a golden cross necklace.
"I can't believe we're actually in Japan," the smaller boy said as he gazed out the window. People were out and about, enjoying the sunny day. Here and there, some young school children were just returning home from school, and all chattering happily.
"Just remember why we're here," the girl said as she frowned.
"I'm actually surprised my father allowed me to come here," the taller boy said.
"Well, since Chinook convinced him that you were needed, and because of all the protection you'll have, Thunder." the girl trailed off.
Thunder sighed and shook his head. "Sometimes I get tired of them hanging around me, Flash. Do you have any idea what it's like?"
Flash thought for several seconds and then shook her head. "Nope, and I'm sure I don't want to find out any time soon."
The limousine made a right turn and traveled down several more streets before finally pulling in front of a house. The house was large and appeared to be of almost a Victorian western style. Everything had been arranged for the three, and the house was theirs. Their doors were soon opened up, and they were escorted out. Immediately, Thunder was flanked by two personal guards, all who kept a suspicious eye out. Thunder sweatdropped at them, but he decided to make the best of it. He and the other two grabbed their belongings, and were allowed into the house by a servant.
Across the street Ryo stood staring out the window. He had seen the limousine and was rather surprised by all the people. All of this for just three kids their age? He turned his head back toward the others. "Hey, guys, looks like we have some new neighbors across the street."
"Really, Ryo?" Kento asked as he was eating a tofu roll.
"Let me see," Rowen said as he came to stand by Ryo's side. His eyes widen at the limo, and at the people coming and going out. "Wow, must be a rich family."
"Show offs," Kento muttered as he chewed and swallowed.
Ryo and Rowen continued to watch. A girl then came out the front door. Ryo stared. There was something about that girl that intrigued him. What he wasn't sure. He didn't know how long he had been staring until his eyes began to burn and he was forced to look away.
Kento stared out the window, watching the new neighbors going in and coming back out, carrying things. He noticed that two men seemed to hang around the tall blond closely, as if they were guarding him or something. He blinked, and looked at his friends. "Hey, guys, is it just me, or does that guy resemble Sage?"
Rowen and Ryo looked more carefully. Kento was right. The guy did look like Sage, almost like an exact opposite.. But there were differences. The guy's hair was longer and not as thick, and he was taller, and his hair covered his left eye, and not the right.
Kento sighed and shook his head. He was willing to bet the guy was just as big as a flirt as Sage himself. Already Sage had was at the woods, wanting to meditate, saying he had been having strange dreams. Of what he had never said, and none of them had asked. They were sure when he was ready, he would tell them.
Ryo turned away from the window, unsure of what to think of the new people. All he could hope was that they weren't any threat. If they were, then the Ronins would deal with them.
It took them a while, but soon everything was moved into the house. Thunder brushed some of his hair back as he stared at everything. Boxes were lined up against the walls behind the furniture, and for now everyone was a bit exhausted from the move and from the flight. Scorpio had fallen asleep on the sofa, his hand propping his head up, while Flash had taken to the recliner, her head tucked down. Only the guards seemed awake, their keen eyes watching them. Thunder sighed.
"If you're thinking about getting everything unpacked now," Flash spoke with her eyes still closed, "then forget it."
Thunder smiled weakly as he looked at her. "I did have that in my mind, but I guess it can wait."
"Damn right it can."
Thunder chuckled. Flash was one of a kind. In fact she had been the very first girl he had ever talked to. His life was a confusing one, more confusing than any of the others, and he didn't need to get into it at this moment. He was happy now, so were his friends, and they had a job to do.
A man dressed in the usual German traditional apparel approached Thunder and saluted. Before Thunder had been very uncomfortable when that had first started happening a few months ago, but he had quickly gotten over it. He stared at the man. "What is it, Hank?"
"Sire, the rooms have all been prepared if you and your friends wish to sleep now. You of course have the larger room, and your parents sent you this package." He handed Thunder a carefully wrapped box. Thunder stared at it, seeing the delicate handwriting of his mother.
He smiled softly, and looked at him again. "Thank you. You may go now." The servant saluted once more and left.
Kaye sat on her bed, her arms folded as she stared out her window toward the lake. Birds were singing outside, and it was such a beautiful day but she could not relax. She was still confused about everything. First she learns her mother was not who she was, then Cye treats her rather harshly, and even though he hadn't meant to, it still hurt. She let out a sigh, wishing she could just go on with her life, but it wasn't easy to say nonetheless.. She could feel herself trembling. She was certain sooner or later she'd have a nervous breakdown from all of this. Yet, she knew she had to remain strong.
Someone started knocking at her door. She ignored it for a bit, at this point not wanting to see anyone, but then came a concerned voice through the other end. "Kaye?" It was Kento. He must have heard she was up here, and had come to check on her. She pulled herself off the bed and went to open the door.
Kento stared at her with his concerned blue eyes. He could see she had been struggling with herself again, and he wished she wouldn't do that. She didn't have to, at least not alone. He stepped into the room with her. "Kaye?"
"Hi, Kento," she said quietly.
Kento gently took her by the shoulders. "Kaye, what's troubling you? Is it still about your.. Your mother? Or is it something else? Please talk to me. Whatever it is, I'll be sure to listen and help the best I can."
Kaye stared at him for a while as she didn't speak. So much was going through her mind that all she wanted to do was just lay her head on his shoulder and cry out all her frustration and anger. And she ended up doing that. Kento frowned, but he held her close while rubbing her middle back, wanting to comfort her. He didn't know how long Kaye would be like this, but he would be by her side for all times. She had been there for him, now it was his turn.
Kaye finally pulled away about ten minutes later as she wiped her eyes. "Thank you, Kento.. I needed that."
Kento smiled at her. "Hey, it's okay. You can come and cry on me whenever you want. I'll always be here for you."
Kaye forced herself to smile back as she turned and sat down. Kento sat next to her. "So, what's on your mind?"
"Everything," Kaye said with a sigh. "Kento, I'm so confused. If she wasn't my mother, then who was, or is? I mean could my real mother be thinking about me? If so, why hasn't she tried contacting me? Or had she been threatened? Could she.." Kaye frowned, shuddering as she forced herself to continue. "Believe I'm dead?"
Kento frowned. "Don't think like that. I'm sure your real mother thinks about you all the time, and misses you greatly. Maybe she was forced not to look for you.. But now maybe we can search for her."
Kaye grew more silent all of the sudden. Kento frowned deeply as he watched her face. Had he suggested that too soon? Oh boy, he really goofed this time. He held his breath, awaiting her answer, expecting to see her suddenly stand up and run out the door.. But no, instead she turned and suddenly hugged him, laying her head on his shoulder as she relaxed.
"Thanks, Kento," she said. "I appreciate that."
Kento smiled down at her as he held her. "It's not a problem. Just remember I'm always here for you."
Sage slowly opened his eyes and stared at the sunlight filtering through the tree tops, its warm glow bathing him. He didn't know how long how he had been meditating, but he guessed it must have been for a couple of hours at the most. He smiled to himself. He really needed that. It helped calm him after a disturbing dream he had the other night. He felt more peaceful and less shaky. He hadn't told the others of his dream as he hadn't been feeling well at all. He had taken off without talking to anyone really, and didn't even bother to shower as he normally did when he first woke up. He'd definitely have to jump in it when he got home.
He stood up and stretched, his muscles rippling through his shirt as he yawned. It was time to head back. He had a feeling Ryo or someone else may ask him why he had left the way he had, but that was perfectly okay. He could now talk about it without feeling pressured about it.
He began to half mile walk back toward home. He didn't mind the walk at all, it was good for him, and it helped developed leg muscles, and keep the heart strong. In no time at all, he had exited out of the woods and was now heading down the winding street. Few drivers went by him, once in a while someone asked if he wanted a ride, but he politely declined.
Sometime later, approximately twenty minutes later he reached the street where Mia's house was. As he was heading toward the large white manor he happened to glance over at the house across the street, seeing the black limo parked in the driveway.
"Hrm," he thought to himself, "I wonder who moved in that place?" After a while of staring curiously, he made himself turn and head up the driveway. He wanted a shower, and breakfast, and then he wanted to tell the others of his dream. For all he knew it could mean something important.
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Tears of Twilight
Chapter 1
"NO!" Kaye said quickly as she shot up from her bed. Her heart felt like it was pounding like a jackhammer. Her breathing, quick and shallow, sweat poured down her face. She threw off her covers, picked up her alarm clock, looked at it and then slammed it back down in disgust because of how early it was.
"Not again. It looks like I can forget about getting any more sleep tonight." Kaye grumbled as she made her way downstairs. When she finally made it to the main floor, she walked into the kitchen and started to make some chai to try and calm her nerves. Just as she finished making her drink, she picked it up and walked into the living room and sat down on the couch.
Kaye was so lost in thought; she didn't notice that White Blaze laid his front paws and head onto her lap. The tiger nuzzled her in order to get her attention. "White Blaze, sorry boy, did I wake you?" Kaye asked with a small smile as she put down her drink on the table, and then stroked the top of the tiger's head. He tipped his head slightly at an angle. He could see that she was putting on a front, but the sadness in her eyes gave away of how she truly felt.
"Down boy, what do you think Mia would say if she found out that you were on the couch, huh?" Kaye asked as she looked at him. White Blaze didn't budge an inch; he just stayed there watching her in concern.
"Oh I see, you know that something is wrong. So you decided to come over and try to cheer me up. You know what, you're not that much different than the guys or Mia, besides the fact you're a tiger. Listen to me, would ya? I'm talking with you just like I did when..." Kaye said and then suddenly went quiet, with realizing what she just said. Kaye quickly turned her head away from the tiger and buried it into her arms. Tears flowed down, as she quietly cried herself to sleep. White Blaze kept his front paws and head on her lap and fell asleep.
A few hours later, Cye was coming down the stairs just as the sun was starting to rise. He was about to enter the kitchen, until something caught his eye. He carefully walked over to the couch and saw that Kaye was asleep; he almost didn't notice that White Blaze was there until the tiger gave a low growl acknowledging his presence. Cye nodded and then slowly backed away and walked into the kitchen. White Blaze got off of where he was and then went to the kitchen and lay down. Kaye began to slowly wake up; she could hear noises coming from the kitchen. So she got up from the couch and went in.
"Morning, Cye." Kaye said as she walked over to him.
"Morning, sorry if I woke you." Cye replied as he was reaching for a pan.
"It's ok, you didn't, besides I haven't been getting much sleep anyway." Kaye said as she was getting the plates for the table.
"No kidding." Cye replied under his breath.
"Huh, what did you say?" Kaye asked as she turned to face him.
"Nothing." Cye replied quickly as he went back to getting breakfast ready. Kaye just shook her head, and then started to set the table. Cye watched her from the corner of his eye. Then when he knew that she wasn't there, he started to stare at the wound that he still has on his hand. Kaye finished with setting the table, and then when she went into the kitchen to see if he needed any help, she noticed that Cye had his concentration elsewhere.
"Cye, are you ok? Why are you staring at your hand? Did you hurt it?" Kaye asked in concern as she hurried over to him.
"My hand? Ah no, it's fine." Cye replied as he quickly hid it behind his back.
"Let me take a look at it." Kaye said as she tried to get his hand from behind his back.
"There's no need for you to do that. Why don't you go upstairs and change, I have a handle on everything down here." Cye replied as he was trying to change the subject.
"But Cye, you're..." Kaye said as she tried to object.
"I'm fine, now go on." Cye replied as he ushered her to the stairs.
"But..." Kaye said as she looked back.
"Go." Cye replied as he gave her a look that she's never seen before. Just before she went up, Cye caught a small look of hurt in her eyes.
"Smooth Cye, she was just trying to help. Why did you have to go and do that for? She's been through a lot already, she didn't need you to jump down her throat." Cye thought as he turned around and banged his fist on the wall. A low growl was given, to let Cye know that he was still there.
"What are you looking at?" Cye asked in annoyance. White Blaze kept his eyes locked onto Cye's, "All right, I know that she didn't deserve that. I'll make it up to her later, ok." Cye said as he tried to reassure the tiger. White Blaze nodded, and then left the room.
Somewhere across town, a black limousine was going down several streets. In the back of it, sat three young teenagers. A tall blond haired boy, dressed in a pair of blue stonewashed jeans, and a white shirt with a red collar. His long bangs covered his left eye, his right eye was light blue, and seemed to sparkle like the ocean, and his hair went down past his neck a little, going into a V formation. On his left side was a smaller boy whose neck length unkempt hair was the color of orange-brown. He had a forelock hanging down over his nose, his eyes were a sky blue. He was wearing a pair of dark blue jeans with a yellow t-shirt which said: GO AHEAD. MAKE MY DAY in big bold black letters. To the right was a girl who was a bit more taller than the smaller boy, but shorter than the blond haired boy. She had shoulder length brown hair, her bangs came down in points over her cerulean eyes. She was dressed in a pair of blue jeans and a blue sleeveless turtleneck sweater. On her shoulders she bore a pair of golden bracelets, and she wore a golden cross necklace.
"I can't believe we're actually in Japan," the smaller boy said as he gazed out the window. People were out and about, enjoying the sunny day. Here and there, some young school children were just returning home from school, and all chattering happily.
"Just remember why we're here," the girl said as she frowned.
"I'm actually surprised my father allowed me to come here," the taller boy said.
"Well, since Chinook convinced him that you were needed, and because of all the protection you'll have, Thunder." the girl trailed off.
Thunder sighed and shook his head. "Sometimes I get tired of them hanging around me, Flash. Do you have any idea what it's like?"
Flash thought for several seconds and then shook her head. "Nope, and I'm sure I don't want to find out any time soon."
The limousine made a right turn and traveled down several more streets before finally pulling in front of a house. The house was large and appeared to be of almost a Victorian western style. Everything had been arranged for the three, and the house was theirs. Their doors were soon opened up, and they were escorted out. Immediately, Thunder was flanked by two personal guards, all who kept a suspicious eye out. Thunder sweatdropped at them, but he decided to make the best of it. He and the other two grabbed their belongings, and were allowed into the house by a servant.
Across the street Ryo stood staring out the window. He had seen the limousine and was rather surprised by all the people. All of this for just three kids their age? He turned his head back toward the others. "Hey, guys, looks like we have some new neighbors across the street."
"Really, Ryo?" Kento asked as he was eating a tofu roll.
"Let me see," Rowen said as he came to stand by Ryo's side. His eyes widen at the limo, and at the people coming and going out. "Wow, must be a rich family."
"Show offs," Kento muttered as he chewed and swallowed.
Ryo and Rowen continued to watch. A girl then came out the front door. Ryo stared. There was something about that girl that intrigued him. What he wasn't sure. He didn't know how long he had been staring until his eyes began to burn and he was forced to look away.
Kento stared out the window, watching the new neighbors going in and coming back out, carrying things. He noticed that two men seemed to hang around the tall blond closely, as if they were guarding him or something. He blinked, and looked at his friends. "Hey, guys, is it just me, or does that guy resemble Sage?"
Rowen and Ryo looked more carefully. Kento was right. The guy did look like Sage, almost like an exact opposite.. But there were differences. The guy's hair was longer and not as thick, and he was taller, and his hair covered his left eye, and not the right.
Kento sighed and shook his head. He was willing to bet the guy was just as big as a flirt as Sage himself. Already Sage had was at the woods, wanting to meditate, saying he had been having strange dreams. Of what he had never said, and none of them had asked. They were sure when he was ready, he would tell them.
Ryo turned away from the window, unsure of what to think of the new people. All he could hope was that they weren't any threat. If they were, then the Ronins would deal with them.
It took them a while, but soon everything was moved into the house. Thunder brushed some of his hair back as he stared at everything. Boxes were lined up against the walls behind the furniture, and for now everyone was a bit exhausted from the move and from the flight. Scorpio had fallen asleep on the sofa, his hand propping his head up, while Flash had taken to the recliner, her head tucked down. Only the guards seemed awake, their keen eyes watching them. Thunder sighed.
"If you're thinking about getting everything unpacked now," Flash spoke with her eyes still closed, "then forget it."
Thunder smiled weakly as he looked at her. "I did have that in my mind, but I guess it can wait."
"Damn right it can."
Thunder chuckled. Flash was one of a kind. In fact she had been the very first girl he had ever talked to. His life was a confusing one, more confusing than any of the others, and he didn't need to get into it at this moment. He was happy now, so were his friends, and they had a job to do.
A man dressed in the usual German traditional apparel approached Thunder and saluted. Before Thunder had been very uncomfortable when that had first started happening a few months ago, but he had quickly gotten over it. He stared at the man. "What is it, Hank?"
"Sire, the rooms have all been prepared if you and your friends wish to sleep now. You of course have the larger room, and your parents sent you this package." He handed Thunder a carefully wrapped box. Thunder stared at it, seeing the delicate handwriting of his mother.
He smiled softly, and looked at him again. "Thank you. You may go now." The servant saluted once more and left.
Kaye sat on her bed, her arms folded as she stared out her window toward the lake. Birds were singing outside, and it was such a beautiful day but she could not relax. She was still confused about everything. First she learns her mother was not who she was, then Cye treats her rather harshly, and even though he hadn't meant to, it still hurt. She let out a sigh, wishing she could just go on with her life, but it wasn't easy to say nonetheless.. She could feel herself trembling. She was certain sooner or later she'd have a nervous breakdown from all of this. Yet, she knew she had to remain strong.
Someone started knocking at her door. She ignored it for a bit, at this point not wanting to see anyone, but then came a concerned voice through the other end. "Kaye?" It was Kento. He must have heard she was up here, and had come to check on her. She pulled herself off the bed and went to open the door.
Kento stared at her with his concerned blue eyes. He could see she had been struggling with herself again, and he wished she wouldn't do that. She didn't have to, at least not alone. He stepped into the room with her. "Kaye?"
"Hi, Kento," she said quietly.
Kento gently took her by the shoulders. "Kaye, what's troubling you? Is it still about your.. Your mother? Or is it something else? Please talk to me. Whatever it is, I'll be sure to listen and help the best I can."
Kaye stared at him for a while as she didn't speak. So much was going through her mind that all she wanted to do was just lay her head on his shoulder and cry out all her frustration and anger. And she ended up doing that. Kento frowned, but he held her close while rubbing her middle back, wanting to comfort her. He didn't know how long Kaye would be like this, but he would be by her side for all times. She had been there for him, now it was his turn.
Kaye finally pulled away about ten minutes later as she wiped her eyes. "Thank you, Kento.. I needed that."
Kento smiled at her. "Hey, it's okay. You can come and cry on me whenever you want. I'll always be here for you."
Kaye forced herself to smile back as she turned and sat down. Kento sat next to her. "So, what's on your mind?"
"Everything," Kaye said with a sigh. "Kento, I'm so confused. If she wasn't my mother, then who was, or is? I mean could my real mother be thinking about me? If so, why hasn't she tried contacting me? Or had she been threatened? Could she.." Kaye frowned, shuddering as she forced herself to continue. "Believe I'm dead?"
Kento frowned. "Don't think like that. I'm sure your real mother thinks about you all the time, and misses you greatly. Maybe she was forced not to look for you.. But now maybe we can search for her."
Kaye grew more silent all of the sudden. Kento frowned deeply as he watched her face. Had he suggested that too soon? Oh boy, he really goofed this time. He held his breath, awaiting her answer, expecting to see her suddenly stand up and run out the door.. But no, instead she turned and suddenly hugged him, laying her head on his shoulder as she relaxed.
"Thanks, Kento," she said. "I appreciate that."
Kento smiled down at her as he held her. "It's not a problem. Just remember I'm always here for you."
Sage slowly opened his eyes and stared at the sunlight filtering through the tree tops, its warm glow bathing him. He didn't know how long how he had been meditating, but he guessed it must have been for a couple of hours at the most. He smiled to himself. He really needed that. It helped calm him after a disturbing dream he had the other night. He felt more peaceful and less shaky. He hadn't told the others of his dream as he hadn't been feeling well at all. He had taken off without talking to anyone really, and didn't even bother to shower as he normally did when he first woke up. He'd definitely have to jump in it when he got home.
He stood up and stretched, his muscles rippling through his shirt as he yawned. It was time to head back. He had a feeling Ryo or someone else may ask him why he had left the way he had, but that was perfectly okay. He could now talk about it without feeling pressured about it.
He began to half mile walk back toward home. He didn't mind the walk at all, it was good for him, and it helped developed leg muscles, and keep the heart strong. In no time at all, he had exited out of the woods and was now heading down the winding street. Few drivers went by him, once in a while someone asked if he wanted a ride, but he politely declined.
Sometime later, approximately twenty minutes later he reached the street where Mia's house was. As he was heading toward the large white manor he happened to glance over at the house across the street, seeing the black limo parked in the driveway.
"Hrm," he thought to himself, "I wonder who moved in that place?" After a while of staring curiously, he made himself turn and head up the driveway. He wanted a shower, and breakfast, and then he wanted to tell the others of his dream. For all he knew it could mean something important.