Do Not Use While Sleeping

By Candied

Disclaimer: My New Years resolution was to be the owner of the rights to Kingdom Hearts. Everyone else said I should quit smoking. ::Shrugg::

Official warning: This story has both heterosexual pairings as well a homosexual ones. Be prepared for strange plot twists, oppinionated views of the characters, twisted humor, and all in all absurd scenarios. Rated M for language.

Author's notes: H'omg!!! -checks pulse- I'm alive! I know it's been forever, and some of you may have lost interest after so long -cries-, but I litterally almost worked myself to death. A little over a month and a half ago, I was working even though I had pneumonia and ended up in the hospital with a breathing machine and the works. Most of that time, I wasn't even concious. However, I returned to so many lovely reviews and the like that I couldn't stay away from any longer! I'm still a little tired, so forgive the errors in this chapter, but I had to give back after all the kind words you have given me! It was so great to come back to all of that, and I thank you all so much. In all actuality, I'm lucky to be alive, but fear not, I made it! I cried when I read the reviews that have been waiting for me so long, and I thank and love you all.

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Chapter Five: Just my luck

Whoever came up with the idea of a restaurant is a jackass. Why, yes, pay people less than minimum wage to wait on a bunch of assholes hand and foot, but let them recieve tips so that we can do it legally! Genious!

Needless to say, I was less than a happy camper as I trudged into work that day, my twin Reno on my heels. I strutted up to the host's podium to see what section I'd be working in this evening, and let out an angry sigh when I saw they'd put me in the back section. Lovely, because I wanted to stay in this hell-hole until close.

Kairi looked up at me with a sheepish smile, and put a hand on my shoulder, trying to comfort me. "Someone has to do it, Axel."

Today was Kairi's first day on her own, and with her happy smile and friendly face, I knew she'd be fine. However, I'd be having a conversation with Saix about why I'd be closing again tonight.

"Yeah, whatever." I responded, leaving to make sure everything in my section was set up. Scanning over the tables as I put my apron on, I was pleased to find that the previous server had taken the liberty of refilling all the napkins and other various dispensers at my tables.

Yes, by the way, Reno, Riku, Kairi and I work at an 'up-scale casual' chinese restaurant. I've been working here since I started in college, and I suppose it wasn't all bad. Everyone that worked here was probably legally insane, so it was interesting to say the least.

I turned around, and saw Kairi seating a couple at my table, and strutted over there with my perfect smile to greet my first table for the night. Usually my first table determines my mood for the rest of the shift.

"Welcome to Land of Dragons, my name is Axel, and I'll be your server tonight. Can I start you two off with something to drink?"

The girl smiled at my obvious charm, and nodded. "I'll have a Pink Lady, please."

I nodded. Polite and observant of my undeniable good looks- perhaps a good tip?

The man smiled warmly, and opened his menu. "Yes, I'll have a Martini on the rocks, with an extra olive please?"

"Got it. I'll be right back." I replied, before making my way to the bar. When I got there, I reached over and pushed in the drink order on Riku's touch-screen, before looking to him impatiently. After a moment, he handed me the drinks, and I brought them to the table.

"Are you ready to order, or do you need a few more minutes?"

"We're ready." the man stated, "I'll have the Chicken Chow Mein."

I nodded, and looked to the woman. "And you?"

"I'll have the Orange Chicken, please."

When I nodded, she gave me a quizzical look. "Aren't you going to write this down?"

I pointed to my temple and smiled. "No need, I got it memorized."

I walked over to one of the touch-screens and punched in the order. In truth, the cheap-ass owner wouldn't pay for us to have pads and paper to write the order on, and I wasn't about to buy one with money out of my own pocket. When I finished, I glanced around, and noticed that only four tables were full. Slow for the moment, so I decided I had time for a cigarette while I waited for the food to be prepared.

I scampered off to the back, behind the kitchen, and found Saix standing there. He was looking over some papers while sucking on his own stick of cancer, so I lit my own up.

"You gunna make me close all the time?"

He sighed, and looked over to me. "You're one of the best waiters we've got. Besides, more time means more tips."

I took a drag before responding. "I still hate people."

He grinned. "Oh, but Axel... They love you."

"I can't help it if I'm sexy."

"And that you are."

Alright, let me properly introduce you. Saix, twenty one years old, one of the managers here, and also my ex boyfriend. Or, fling. Something like that. Either way, I'm sure he's not over me.

I grinned, and put out my cig in the ashtray, before turning to walk away. "Duh-nuh-nuh-nuh... Can't touch this!"

I could feel the man rolling his eyes behind me. Whatever, it doesn't really matter if he's pretending to resist my undeniable charm and sex appeal; because I know that it's impossible.

Striding back into the kitchen, I picked off the two plates for my table on the line, and brought them to my table.

"Here you are," I said, setting them down. For some reason, I always feel like I have to say something as I'm doing this. But really... what does one say? "I hope you both enjoy. Let me know if you need anything else."

They thanked me, and I started to walk away, but noticing that I had another table, walked toward it instead.

"Good evening, welcome to Land of Dragons. My name is Ax... what are you doing here?"

A pair of blue eyes under stray locks of blonde hair stared up at me for a moment, before a blush of what I assumed was sheer excitement at being able to gaze upon my handsome face crossed the ridge of Roxas' nose. I barely noticed his teary-eyed twin sitting next to him.

"What do you mean what am I doing here? What are you doing here?!" The blonde retorted in such an original manner, I could only guess where he'd come up with it. End sarcasm.

"I work here."

"You work?"

"Believe it or not, good looks doesn't get you everything."

"Oh, really? But how would someone like you know that? Your looks couldn't get you penny candy."

He did not just insult my sex appeal. Oh, he was going down.

"Is that so? Then stop touching yourself when you think about me, you hopeless-"

"AXEL!"

And there was Saix, in his most professional manner; hands on hips and glowering at me like I'd run over his cat six times.

"Do NOT insult the customers," he continued.

Reverting instantly back to kindergarten, I stomped my left foot, and pointed to Roxas. "But he started it!"

"I don't care Axel, if you keep this up, I'll have no choice but to fire you. If corporate finds out about this..."

And then, Roxas spoke up. "Excuse me sir, but it really isn't Axel's fault. I understand that he has severe brain damage."

I threw my arms about and looked at my manager. "See!? Do you see how he mistreats me? He's like a child; the one that has a crush on you but puts ink in your hair!"

"Enough," Saix interupted, scowling at the both of us. "This young man is a customer, and you are his waiter. You will serve him, and smile about it. Do you understand?"

I so did not feel bad anymore for breaking this man's puny little heart. Or was this his sick revenge?

But then, Roxas stood up, and looked to Sora. "Come on, let's get out of here. I don't feel like eating Axel's spit tonight."

I crossed my arms and raised an eyebrow. "Whatever you say. You know you'd be honored."

"Fuck you." He said, before he took his twin's arm and started for the door.

Well, that solved that problem.

But then Saix suspended me for a week. Shitface.

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"She didn't even speak to me."

"I know, Sora. I was there." Here I was, still fuming about the red-headed monster who plagued my life and my favorite chinese food chain, and all Sora could think about was Kairi.

"I asked her to go with me, and she glared at me."

"I guess you'll have to find another date, then."

It absolutely beffuddled me how the boy could go from happy-go-lucky to so-emo-it-hurts in two seconds flat.

"Kairi hates me."

"Yup."

"Roxas!"

"Truth hurts," I shrugged, ending the conversation- thank God! I swear, there was something wrong with this boy. He was the only guy other than Demyx that had a problem and wanted to 'talk about it'.

-But that Axel. Argh, he infuriated me more than anything in this universe. He all but turned my world upside-down, filling up my mind and soul with images of himself. I think he knew that he was doing it too. Or, he was just that full of himself. Could be either.

All in all, I suppose it doesn't actually matter much. Because at that moment, I had a plan. A brilliant plan, at that.

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"I want out."

"Pardon?" Leon questioned, a quizzical brow seeming to demean my very exhistance.

"I refuse to participate in this quarrel any longer." I replied.

"And why, pray tell, is that?"

"I feel it interferes with my studies; and because this is my senior year, I believe I should be paying more attention to future. Afterall, my life will truely start next year, and I wish to be prepared." Yes, it was a bold faced lie. However, were you in my shoes, would you tell him of your affections for Demyx? No, I thought not.

"I can't cut you completely out, Zexion, and you know that. However, I can only call on you when you are truely needed. Being a senior myself, I understand your thoughts."

I nodded, accepting my only option. In reality, it was far more than I'd expected. "My thanks," I replied. I then bowed, and exited the room.

I walked the short distance back to campus, and started toward my dorm room. About halfway there, however, I noticed the blonde sitar player of my affections, fumbling with many books on the opposing sidewalk. He had so many, he'd never be able to carry them himself. Every other step he took, he dropped four or five, and had to stoop to put them on top of the pile.

I glanced around quickly, and did not notice anyone around, so made my way over to the struggling boy.

He was on the ground, trying to pick up the books he'd dropped, but I bent down and took them into my own hands. "Where are you headed?"

He stared blankly at me for a moment, before a blush crept over him and he nodded towards the building beside us. "To my dorm."

"I'll help you take these up there."

He paused, seeming to study my face for a moment. "Are you sure?"

I nodded, and we trudged with his books up the stairs and into his dorm, silently. When we arrived, I set them down next to his pile beside his bed.

I glanced around at his music and theatre posters for a moment, before I noticed that he was staring at me. Were I female, I'm sure my heart would have skipped a beat.

"Why did you help me?" he asked, eyes uncertain.

"You needed it."

"I'm your enemy."

I shook my head. "No, you're not."

He gupled loudly, starting to wring his hands, staring at the floor all the while. "What do you mean?"

I sighed, averting my gaze as well. Now or never, I guess. "I don't believe in this nonsense going on between our families, and prefer to make judge people on who they really are."

"And who am I really?"

I paused. I'd come this far, right? "I'm not entirely sure yet, but I'd like to find out."

"What do you mean?" His eyes seemed to sparkle in that moment with hope and fear. I couldn't help but smile.

"I've... liked you for some time now, Demyx, and would like to get to know you. Perhaps start a relationship, if you feel the same."

I'm not sure why, but when I finished my sentence, Demyx sat down and started to cry.

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Author's notes: Aha! The story continues! A little Zemyx fluff for you all, yay! I'll be updating my other stories soon as well, but I'm going to rest a bit for tonight. Just got home, after all. But seriously, I would be nothing without your reviews guys, so leave me some and make me feel even better? And there were a few readers who messaged me wanting to talk, but I had so much mail when I came back that when I went through trying to find them again, I'd lost them. -sheepish smile-. Message me again and I'll get back for sure. And reply to the reviews I recieve as well. Thank you all for staying my faithful readers and reviewers! Cookies for your review?