Disclaimer: Blah, blah, I don't own it.

Warning(s): Swearing, Shonen ai/Yaoi, possible OOC with some of the characters (I will try to stay clear from doing this though. However, if I end up doing it anyway, it is for a good cause and "I'm sorry!" . :P).

(Might wanna know/fyi: " " " Music/singing ", Italics thoughts/in thoughts,

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Let Me Soar

Written by: Silver Wood GG

Chapter 9: Soar

"Kai?" Rei asked in disbelieve. "Why the hell would Kai send you here!" Max shook his head.

"I'm not exactly sure." He smiled. "He kept telling us it was for the sake of the future of his band, but I could tell that underneath he was really worried about you." Rei looked at Tyson to confirm this. He shrugged and gave a goofy grin in response.

"Kai actually cares?"

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As Kai drove into his driveway, he thought back to the events of that day, and wondered if he did the right thing.

"Look pal, I don't know who the hell you think you are, but you better start explaining yourself right now before I decide to kick your ass!" The annoying one with the cap threatened half heartedly as he helped the blonde to his feet.

"My name is Kai Hiwitari, and of course you don't know me. Normally I wouldn't be caught dead with a nuisance like yourself. I'm not doing this for me."

"What do you want?" Max asked.

"From my understanding, you are both friends of a certain Rei Kon. Correct?"

"Yeah. What of it?" Tyson grumbled. He didn't like this Kai.

"You need to talk with him. Now." Kai commanded forcefully.

"Don't you dare tell me what I need to do! Whatever it is, I'll be sure to get on it when I'm good and read –!"

"Tyson. Calm down." Max interrupted softly. "Look, we do not know who you are, but it is obvious from the look in your eyes that you know Rei. And I know that he needs someone to talk to, but I guess we are not the ones to do it. He doesn't want to talk about it, and we can't change that."

"That was then. He needs someone to talk to NOW."

"I'm not going to try forcing him anymore! I already feel bad enough for what I did. As far as I'm concerned, I'd be lucky enough to keep his friendship. But right now I don't even feel worthy of that."

"Max…" Tyson said with concerned eyes.

"Bullshit." Kai snorted. "So you got in one little fight. Who cares! I get into arguments with my friends all the time! But being able to get over it and move on is what makes them a friend."

"Well, I guess –?"

"Look, I don't care about you, cap boy, or this stupid fight. The only thing I'm worried about is Rei!" There was no mistaking the concern clearly written in his eyes. He was quick to mask it.

"You're worried about Rei?" Tyson raised an eyebrow.

"Of course. He holds the future of my band."

"Band? What the hell? Hey Max, do you remember him saying anything about a band?" Tyson asked in confusion.

"No. He never did. I have a feeling that was one of the things Rei was trying to keep from us." He looked to Kai for conformation, who gave his curt nod of agreement. "Tell me, what exactly do you need him for?"

"He's a key part to this band. Without him, I'm nothing. I mean we're nothing. The band. I don't have the right to tell you anymore than that. Are you going to see him or not?"

"Of course." Max replied sincerely.

"Good. Get in." And with that Kai quickly dove into the driver seat of the black BMW he bought last year. It was a good car for traveling, especially with the band. They weren't exactly tiny enough to fit into his mustang.

After little debate, Tyson and Max rolled into the back seat, with Tyson keeping a firm glare on Kai. Kai shook his head, and with one short chuckle they were off.

Whatever happened with Rei, Kai would probably never know. He just dropped the other two off and made sure that they made it there.

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Kai sighed as he pulled out the keys to his house and quickly unlocked the door. He just hoped that they were able to finally make Rei see the light.

"KAI!" Someone yelled off in the distance. He chose to ignore it at first, but the voice was rather insistent. "KAI YOU JACKASS! TURN THE FUCK AROUND!" Yup. Definitely insistent, as well as suicidal.

Kai turned around only to come face to a speeding Rei. He was only a few feet away, and with no intention of stopping. Within seconds the two collided and ended up on the ground of Kai's front porch.

"Rei!" Kai yelled more in excitement then anger (though only few can tell the difference). Rei laughed and tilted his head toward Kai's lips, causing Kai to freeze.

"And here I thought you didn't care." Rei smiled, getting overpoweringly closer.

"Um…What?" Excellent response Kai. He mentally kicked himself.

"First you came to yell at me for missing out on the practice, as well as trying to give up on my dream. You showed me that it was okay to tell my friends the entire truth, rather than going insane trying to hide it all away. And don't tell me it was just for the sake of the band, because so help me Kai I will punch you in the head so hard –!" Rei didn't have time to finish his sentence as he felt Kai's warm lips melt into his own. They stayed like this for a good ten minutes until Rei finally broke it with a wide smile. When he opened his eyes, he noticed Kai staring up at nothing in particular, seemingly deep in thought.

"Am I that obvious?" He asked, sighing in defeat. Rei grinned.

"Sorry to disappoint, but you are totally transparent."

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(Rei's POV)

It's been almost a month now since I told my friends about Mariah and finally decided to confirm my joining with the band. Not to mention the start of my relationship with Kai. Oh yeah baby, I got me my man! SCORE! It just goes to show that if you want something bad enough, you can get it. There will no doubt be many obstacles in the way, but the point is that there is always a way.

I am now standing behind certain with each of my band members in their respective places behind me. Except for Kai. He's reassuring me that if I can't do this, than he'll take us all out right now, no matter how far we've come. Oh, and did I tell you Tala managed to get us a gig at the White Seed? Yeah. Hence my being more nervous than I've been in my entire life.

I know Mariah isn't going to be standing out there waiting to see me, but I have other friends waiting to see me succeed. And I know Mariah isn't here in life any more, but I know that somehow she is watching me. And I really hope she can see me right now, and what I am about to do. I know that without her, neither me nor this band would have gotten to where we are today. It was thanks to her I was able to write the first song. It was a lot different from what the other guys were used to, but it didn't matter. They all still supported it.

We're allowed to sing three songs. And it's going to be the opener.

The curtains are opening. Kai is watching me anxiously as he readies his guitar.

I slowly step up to the mic; I can see Tyson and Max watching me cautiously. But they don't have to worry. I don't think I've felt this free since the days when Mariah was alive.

The microphone is in my hand. There is no turning back. I begin with my voice, the audience staring at me in full force.

"

Your charming ways, were sure to capture, all you ever knew.

You put aside, your every care, any time I was with you!

And now you're gone. I still remember, every bit of you…I still remember…

(It was here where the band picked up)

I remember your laughter and your smile!

I recall your hopes and dreams,

They extended many miles!

But I still find it hard…to re-live the last time I walked with you!

You were the person, whose friendship meant the most!

I still don't understand, as I wait here at my post!

What can I do…except wait here with-out you?

What can I do, except wait here – tortured with-out you!

What the hell happ-ened?

I still don't un-der-stand!

What did I do to lose it all?

I will never com-pre-hend!

I still re-member, your laughter every-where!

I recall your hopes and dreams, they still play on my mind!

But What can I do…except wait here with-out you?

What can I do, except wait here…Tortured with-out you!

What the hell happ-ened?

I still don't understand!

What did I do to lose it all?

I will never com-pre-hend!

I still remember, your laughter every-where!

I recall your hopes and dreams, they still play on my mind!

THEY STILL PLAY ON MY MIND!"

I could have sworn I saw her face among the vast crowd. I could see her smiling. All I could do was sing harder and louder. I would not give any less than my all.

I will never forget you Mariah, but it is time to let go.

I closed my eyes and prepared myself for the next song.

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It was over. I have never felt more exhausted, or more fulfilled in my entire life. I felt Kai come up behind me, engulfing me in his strong arms.

"I'm proud of you Rei." He whispers in my ear, and I feel something soft dance along my neck.

"Damn right you are." Rei laughed, spinning toward his boyfriend.

It is now time to let go of the past. Forget hiding anymore. This voice is gonna soar.

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The End.

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Song titled "Remember". And you can probably notice the poor written quality…that's cause the song was written by me. Somehow, I felt I had to write my own song for the end of this fic. It was the only thing that I deemed fit. And well, this is the last chapter of Let Me Soar. It was my first fanfic, but not my last. Fair well my readers, until next time.

P.S. Reviews are still welcome, for they generally make me happy inside.