.hack//SIGN Fan Fiction ❯ Heart To Get ❯ Chapter 4 ( Chapter 4 )

Disclaimer: I don't .Hack and never will, I only own the plot. Curses! -shakes fist-

A/N: I instantly started on this chapter a day later when I upgraded the third chappie. In this chapter, there is a little lemon which will start on the beginning of the chapter, but if took some of it off, I'll put it in I'm really sorry for keeping this up too long. Unfortunately, my lazy side started to kick in and I stalled the chapter longer than expected. But also, classes were being a bitch lately, and last week I had exams every day of a different subject and it took away my writing time as well in return giving me a migrane...-.-;; But it paid off as when I have over a 95 percent on my tests! Some people were confused whether the chapter is the next day or so, but really, it's a time skip. It would sometimes be two or three days later, possibly even more than that. I hope this won't be the last chapter I will upgrade since the regents are just around the corner, ;-;. I will, however, still write pieces of it during class when my teacher isn't looking, I'm very good at sneaking :3. Oh, I would have to change some things around here since won't allow me to put in my style -flicks the bird- Anyways, Happy Reading!

Warning: lemon (depends on what rating you think it is -wiggles eyebrows-), yaoi

Note: Tsukasa is both a guy in The World and in the real world.

Key: Italics - means someone's thoughts or dreams

/Bold Italic/ - means someone's conscience, it'll be mainly Tsukasa conscience, but it won't be back for some time

Heart to Get: Chapter 4

"Tsukasa..."

A soft moan escaped from those beautiful lips Tsukasa loved and tasted, continuing his actions that made the small boy underneath him cry out for more, a smile teasing on his lips.

He said nothing as his hands drifted down to his lover's soft frame, caressing his thighs lightly, almost in a teasing manner as he dipped his head down to lock his lips with Elk's, warmth encasing all over his body from the moment those petal soft lips were touched.

The boy whimpered slightly as he felt his lover's hand gently cup his arousal, stroking it gently and slowly, the feelings of rapture spreading throughout his body. He silently thrusted into the warm hand as it stroked so slow and firm, his body trembling in wild frenzy as it screamed for more.

The small Wavemaster's mouth opened slightly, almost shyly, inviting Tsukasa to introduce each other a deeper stage of the kiss when his shyness slowly melted away, replaced by desire and love. Tsukasa instantly accepted the invitation, delving his tongue into the warm cavern as he savored the sweet taste from his lover, meeting Elk's tongue with his.

An ancient intricate dance was played as their tongues danced and curled with each other, fighting for dominance, but the small boy under Tsukasa knew who the victor would be and allowed it so, as his mind was clouded with pleasure, he couldn't think straight as he gave in to the phenomenal feelings.

Tsukasa was the first to break away as he panted slightly, both out of breath and desire as he met with lust filled crimson eyes with his lavender ones. He removed his hand away from the stiffening arousal before Elk would have his release, smiling softly as he heard a mewl of protest, crimson eyes now reflected with confusion and disappointment. The body underneath him trembled violently and visibly as it arched for Tsukasa's touch, but the tall Wavemaster prevented him to do so with a hand placed on his chest to gently push him down, taking in the breathtaking image.

"Tsukasa...y-you promised," Elk whispered, his breathing coming out in ragged breaths.

"I know," Tsukasa whispered back, blanketing Elk's body with his own, suckling on the soft creamy flesh on the boy's neck, drifting lower. He would keep his promise, but a little teasing wouldn't make him impatient, would it?

He smiled as he lifted a hand to gently massage the rosy colored nipple, latching his lips onto the other one and suckled slowly before placing it between his teeth and nibbled on it gently.

Silent cries bubbled out from Elk's lips as he thrashed his head side to side, the touches Tsukasa had left were lighting his skin on fire, his nerves crying, begging for more of his touch.

"Tsukasa...Tsu...Tsukasa..." Elk whispered, like a mantra, a prayer, in a pleading voice which he repeated his lover's name over and over, his hands gripping onto silver gray locks as the pleasure rode to new heights.

Tsukasa smiled on his stomach, swirling his tongue around Elk's navel as his hands had a mind on their own, massaging the young Wavemaster's sides and slowly parting the milky cream thighs apart, stopping midway as he looked up, entranced at the image before him.

A distant look was on the silver blue haired boy's face, his body flushed to the shade of coral. A thin sheen of perspiration was evident as the lighted candles around the room made the heavenly body glow and shine. His lips were swollen due to the fact of Tsukasa, slightly parted as he panted out small clouds of air, meeting Tsukasa's lavender eyes with his ruby ones, wondering why he had stopped.

"Elk, do you...?" Tsukasa asked, half asking, half silently pleading. He didn't want to rush things too far, he wouldn't want to force Elk into something he may not be ready yet. No, he would not do anything that would hurt the beautiful angel, it would be committing a sin.

Elk's cheeks grew hotter as his eyes went half-lidded, nodding as he rested his head on the pillows, smiling sincerely, "Hai...Onegai Tsukasa, please..."

Tsukasa smiled, his fingers already coated with the lubricant, leaning over to the lithe frame and pressed his lips firmly to his as he inserted his finger into the warm passage slowly, biting back a groan as his arousal throbbed more from the soft and warm sensations he's experiencing.

Elk stiffened, but slowly relaxed as his body was adjusting to the intrusion, nodding into the kiss to signify to continue.

Tsukasa received the confirmation and added another, his heart being stabbed by thousands of knives as he heard the muffled whimpers of pain coming from Elk as he tries to relax. He parted his fingers apart, making a scissoring motion as he stretches the walls wider, preparing for what was yet to come as he looked back at Elk.

Opening his eyes which were glazed with unshed tears, Elk nodded and pressed his lips harder to Tsukasa's as he tries to focus on the kiss rather than the pain. Taking the hint, Tsukasa's tongue licked at Elk's lips, asking for entrance and was received by Elk opening his mouth, searching deep in the cavern, the sweet taste of him intoxicating.

Finally adding the last digit, Elk pulled away from the kiss and cried out at the stinging sensation, tears appearing at the corners of his eyes. Tsukasa nuzzled lovingly at the crook his lover's neck, kissing his neck softly as a sign of an apology as his lips reached up to Elk's ear, murmuring numerous apologies and promises of things getting better. He never deserves pain, for what this beautiful creature would do nothing wrong. He was his light, guiding him out of darkness and healing his wounds, the scars in his heart disappearing as well as the empty hole which was now filled up by Elk's love for him.

Elk looked back, wrapping his arms around his lover's neck and pulling him close as he met his lips with his own him, the stinging sensations going into a dull pain as he replied in return that he forgives him, trusting him of his promises. He knew his lover would never hurt him as he wouldn't either, he had trusted him from the moment their eyes met and he took away his heart which he so carefully treasured and kept close to him.

Slowly, Tsukasa pulled away the fingers, and slowly thrusted them back in to delve in deeper into the passage, finding for that particular spot which would surely make Elk cry out his name in ecstasy. A moan escaped from Elk as a new sensation poured over, his body shaking with such passion. He felt...complete, there was no other word to describe it as his muscles clamped down Tsukasa's fingers, not wanting the sensations to disappear just yet.

"Have you done this before?" Tsukasa asked, trying to fight back a sound as Elk was having a difficult time to focus on what he was saying. Only with the sounds alone the boy had made was enough for Tsukasa to lose control, but he wouldn't want to frighten the beautiful boy.

Elk choked back a "No" as he let out a strangled moan, pulling Tsukasa more close to him as his nails raked over his lover's back, stars exploding before his eyes.

At last, Tsukasa had hit that jewel which had made Elk scream his name, his small hands reaching upward on Tsukasa's shoulders, nails digging into the skin as his hips instinctively bucked upward.

Tsukasa smiled, despite the pain from his shoulder as he started out in a slow pace, mewls and cries of pleasure erupting from the boy as it fueled his desire.

"M-more," Elk moaned out, gasping for air as his nose couldn't give enough oxygen for his heart, "O-onegai...more...f-faster...harder..."

The tall Wavemaster chuckled, complying his wishes as he thrusted with more force, relentlessly hitting the same spot.

It was too much for the both of them, as Elk threw his head back and arched, his senses overloading as he finally achieved his release, his body floating in euphoria.

"Tsu...Tsukasa!"

Tsukasa's eyes snapped open, gasping as he sat up, clutching at whatever is at his fingers, looking at his surroundings as the sun shone faintly underneath the misted clouds.

Large mountains with marks painted on them, a never ending pit, large spacious sky...He's in Dun Lorieag, resting at the same place where he and Mimiru had their first fight in The World.

He was waiting for Elk, sending him an email where he would like to show him something. He had just discovered about it by using Morganna's powers early in the morning, and wanted to surprise him.

His breathing lowered back to its normal rate as he closed his eyes, his hand coming to the side of his head and clutching on a mass of silver gray hair, eyes slightly wide. He rested his head back at the cool rock, sighing as thoughts drifted in his mind.

I was dreaming... Tsukasa thought, silently horrified at what he just dreamt. About him and I...

He blushed deeply as images of a naked body of Elk appeared, writhing, moaning, begging under him for his touch...

Argh! What's wrong with me? Tsukasa yelled, both hands clutching his head like a madman as a seed of desire started spreading all around him as images kept pouring through.

/You desire him.../

Desire? Tsukasa pondered, lowering his hands down, now gripping the brown skirt.

How can I desire-?

/Silly boy, you're attracted to him, remember? This is just the early stages of you starting to feel more than just friendship to that Wavemaster. You're already starting to have erotic dreams about him and yourself, which means your body is starting to yearn for him...Soon enough, your body will react to more than just a simple touch and will want more, and then you'll lust over him.../

Heat was radiating from Tsukasa's red face as the word 'lust' echoed in his mind, shaking his head and growling slightly.

No! Elk's my friend, and I can't fall in love with him in that way! It's wrong! Tsukasa yelled, then froze after those words, eyes widening and his heart stopped, realization dawning.

Fall in love with him...?...I...I'm...in love...with him... Tsukasa thought, his knuckles turning white.

/It finally took you long enough to even figure out about it.../ his conscience replied in exasperation.

/I wasn't expecting you to find out this early, but you catch up to things pretty quick than I-/

"Shut up," Tsukasa whispered, a shadow over his eyes. That was the final straw...He's getting sick and tired of this voice taunting him, since from the day he and Elk had became friends, it wouldn't leave him alone for one day.

His patience wore thin every moment the voice had been toying with him of his unknown feelings, leaving him frustrated and angry at himself for not knowing what the feelings he experienced were. But now...it made him figure it all out in the most unexpected way.

/There is nothing to be ashamed about-/

"Shut up!" Tsukasa screamed aloud, standing up abruptly, shaking in anger.

Conscience or not, this is still my mind! I don't want to hear you again, less even you giving me hints! I'm sick of it!

Now, leave...me...alone... Tsukasa seethed, waiting for any response from his conscience, until after a while hearing none.

He closed his eyes, opening them as he slumped to the ground again, clutching his heart. He never wanted to hear that annoying voice ever again, now that it made him found the truth of his strange behavior and reactions.

Demo...It really does make sense now... Tsukasa thought, biting his lip.

He realized he will do anything just to make Elk happy, just to see that smile, the joyful glint in his eyes, and hope to never see a frown from that beautiful face. He would put in so much effort into at least seeing a happy spark in those red orbs, even a small smile would be enough for him. It's as if his world revolves around the gentle Wavemaster, the warmth in those gentle crimson eyes, the carefree smile and the melodic laugh he produced.

He was feeling jealously when Elk mentioned that Kite character, when he could hear mixed emotions of care, concern, and sadness when Elk spoke that name. He'll kill anyone who made the gentle Wavemaster cry or do something to him against his will and he will make sure he'll have a taste how does a brush from Death feels like.

"But...why?" Tsukasa whispered. Why him? Why not at least like Su-

"Why what?"

Tsukasa looked up, and saw Elk, his head quirked in curiosity. The timid Wavemaster stood there for some time, waiting for Tsukasa to realize a shadow that loomed over him, but assumed he must be in deep thought since he didn't make a move at all.

"Nothing," Tsukasa replied as he tried to keep his emotions in check.

"Well, if you're sure..." Elk replied, lending his hand to help Tsukasa up. He wouldn't want to ask unless if Tsukasa will tell him when he's comfortable about it, but still...Both of them wouldn't keep secrets from each other, they would tell each other everything...

Well, not exactly everything... Elk thought, guilt seeping. I didn't want to tell him about what happened to me long ago, so I should respect his privacy as well.

Tsukasa smiled gratefully as he clasped his hand with Elk's, pulling himself up.

I can't let this feeling interfere with our friendship, it'll jeopardize it... Tsukasa thought firmly. He might've been disgusted about it if I revealed it, and with what we did everything together, it'll go to ruin...

"So, you wanted to show me somewhere?" Elk asked as they both started walking, feeling the wind caressing their marked cheeks.

Tsukasa nodded, "I've just discovered it when I was using Morganna's powers early in the morning, you might like it."

"Okay!" Elk beamed, "But let me raise my Grunty first, I've gotten a lot of food for him and he could be useful when we're going on a journey."

Reaching to the Grunty Ranch, a couple of players were raising their own Grunties as Elk started to look for his, Tsukasa helping him.

"Daddy!"

Tsukasa perked up at the voice, looking up to see a small Grunty with a pearly white coat running straight towards him. It clinged to his face, catching him off-guard and sent the both of them sprawled out on the ground, the baby Grunty nuzzling him.

Tsukasa pulled the Grunty away from him, sitting up and scowling at it in annoyance until he heard a giggle, seeing Elk smiling down at him. He joined with the both of them at the ground, seeing the cute sight of his Grunty trying to lick Tsukasa's nose, it's wide, innocent lavender eyes looking at Tsukasa's annoyed ones.

"You found him! He doesn't really warm up to new people, but I guess he really likes you at first sight," Elk smiled, stretching out his arms for his Grunty.

Squealing in delight of seeing his master, the baby Grunty jumped into the arms of Elk, licking and kissing his face, his little tail wagging excitedly.

Elk laughed, trying to shield his face with his arms, but failed as the baby Grunty's quick speed was no match, showing his appreciation and love to his master.

Tsukasa's scowl disappeared and slowly smiled at the adorable sight in front of him, his heart pounding at Elk's kindness and how he gave affection to the little animal.

Even if it's just a computer program, he treats it like it is real, like he's an actual animal... Tsukasa wondered in awe, smiling even more as Elk caught hold of the Grunty and hugging it with all of his might, the Grunty licking his forehead and knocking his hat askew.

"What's his name?"

"Hm? Oh, I haven't named him yet, I wasn't really good at choosing names, so I was wondering if you can help me with that."

Tsukasa crossed his arms, looking at the Grunty before saying one word, "Baka."

"Hey! That's pretty mean Tsukasa!"

"What?" Tsukasa asked, "It seems the right name for it, for mistaking me as you. Also, it's looking for food from you."

Elk shook his head, giving out a sound between a laugh and groan, "You have a bad sense of humor, I was thinking maybe I should call him after you..."

Tsukasa looked at Elk with shocked eyes, while Elk looked away with a pink smear spreading on his cheeks.

"Well, I thought that maybe I should call him that since you saved me from that journey long ago...It's not like I was trying to compare him to you, it just seemed...right."

Tsukasa shook his head, sighing as he smiled, "It's okay, you just surprised me, that's all."

Elk looked up a little, "You're not mad?"

"Why would I be mad for? If you really like to call him after me, it's all right. You don't always have to think I'll be mad at you, I can't, no matter how much I tried. It's just no one's ever done that before," he smiled.

"There's always a first time for everything," Elk replied softly, smiling.

Elk looked back at the Grunty, smiling brightly as he patted it again, scratching its head slightly, "So I'll call you Tsukasa from now on!"

Baby Grunty Tsukasa squealed as he licked his face again, pleased of it's new name as he searched for any food in his master's pocket, pulling out a White Cherry with its mouth and chewing on it hungrily.

"Hey! You little stealer!" Elk laughed, pulling out assorted types of Grunty food as he fed Grunty Tsukasa with them one by one.

In a matter of minutes, the baby Grunty has grown up into an adult, his pure white coat glistening from the musky sun, his deep lavender eyes held with loyalty and care for his master. He licked Elk's face as the Wavemaster laughed, petting his head and receiving the Grunty flute, looking at his side and smiling at Tsukasa.

He smiled back, petting the Grunty's nose as it snorted a little, licking his hand and turned away, walking to one of the stables and resting there.

"Okay, let's go!"

A fifteen year old boy dressed up quickly as he combed his raven locks of hair, cerulean blue eyes held with worry and determination as he ran back to his room, already eaten his breakfast. He set up his alarm clock early in the morning so he wouldn't waste any time to continue on his search. He wouldn't have to worry about school, now that he's on a vacation break and he would have as much time as he wanted, though Yasuhiko might've called him sometime today and ask if the both of them would go out and play a sport or catch a movie.

His parents were off to work and left him by himself in the house, knowing he's responsible to take care of the house while they're gone.

He wore his headset and instantly clicked on the game icon, signing in. A flash of a new email was blinking, and he quickly clicked on it to hope if it was the sender he thought it is.

Subject: Location

Sender: Helba

He and his friend are going to a forbidden area; you will need the necessary amount of virus cores I have listed here. I will also give you the keywords to the forbidden area. Be there in time to catch him, good luck.

Virus Core Y - 3

Virus Core N - 5

Virus Core L - 2

Virus Core K - 1

Virus Core W - 3

Soundless Forbidden Wavemaster 1

"Thank you Helba," the boy whispered as he memorized the amount of Virus Cores he needed. There wouldn't be any need to get any of them now since he has a full stock of them weeks ago. After he had realized what he'd done to Elk, he let out his anger on the monsters, receiving various types of Virus Cores and treasures. He never thought they would've been useful until now.

Not wasting anymore time, he instantly clicked on The World icon, preparing himself as he entered in root town Aerial Fort.

"I won't lose you Elk," he replied, closing his eyes momentarily and opening them again, "Please forgive me."

"Where are we going?"

"You'll see," Tsukasa assured, the both of them walking past the trees. They've been walking straight ahead for some time now, and Elk was clueless of what was going to be the surprise in this field.

"Maybe we should call Tsukasa, he'll take us to where we need to go faster," Elk insisted, taking out the flute.

Perhaps so, I thought we'd be near by it. Tsukasa thought, nodding as Elk played a few notes.

Tsukasa the Grunty appeared, trotting to its master as it nuzzled his cheek, Elk giggling as he climbed atop of it, patting a spot behind him.

"I haven't ridden them for a long time," Tsukasa replied as he mounted on top of the Grunty. It felt oddly strange to mount on the strange creature again, but waved the thought away as he adjusted to make himself a little comfortable.

"You had a Grunty before?"

"Once, but it was when I was by myself at the time," Tsukasa spoke. He could recall the last time he had a Grunty, it was pretty stupid, smashing itself into walls and probably even causing more brain damage every time it tried to get through the stone wall.

"Um, y-you would have to put your arms around me, so you wouldn't fall off backward," Elk stammered, his face turning pink.

Crimson spread through Tsukasa cheeks as the words started to sink in, nodding, "All right."

Slowly, Tsukasa wrapped his arms around Elk's waist, pulling himself close to be secured, feeling the body heat radiating off from him. It didn't help him enough as he tried to prevent his arms from shaking and resting his head on Elk's back, seeing now he has this great opportunity.

Elk gulped silently, his heart pounding furiously as Tsukasa's arms held him in a warm embrace, firm and secure.

W-why is my heart beating so fast? Elk asked himself, trying to even out his breathing. Do I really...

"Did I hold you too tight?" Tsukasa asked, seeing how Elk stiffened slightly.

"No, it's all right," Elk reassured, smiling.

The Grunty looked up at his master, looking clueless as he sees his master's cheeks red and his hands slightly trembling. The Grunty made a soft concerning sound, its eyes asking a question to Elk if he was all right.

Elk gave a smile and patted his head, "It's all right Tsukasa, it's nothing."

Holding onto the rope around its neck, Elk spoke, "Let's go!"

Immediately, the Grunty started running in full speed, Elk holding on tightly as they dodged monsters across their way, stopping once in a while when the Grunty catches sight of some Piney Apples and munches on it quickly before continuing running again.

"Does he always get this hungry?" Tsukasa asked, as the Grunty burped after eating the Piney Apple and started to continue to run.

Elk giggled, "Maybe, I would feed him a little too much of food sometimes, I guess I spoiled him a little bit, but he needs to eat because he wasn't healthy when I got him."

Tsukasa frowned, "Not healthy?"

Elk nodded, looking out at the direction his Grunty was leading them, "He was in a weak condition, different from the other Grunties, and the man said no one wanted him. So I decided to choose and take care of him, nursing him back to health and I would always try to come back with more food for him. Days later, he's gotten healthier and getting in good shape."

Elk smiled, raking a hand through the Grunty's mane, "I'm glad that I chose him, its just mean that some people wouldn't want to take care of it just because he's different from the others. If you give it a chance, you'll realize it's the same as any other Grunty, it just needs some time, nourishing and care for it to be as strong as them."

Tsukasa nodded, "I understand, and sometimes, they can be stronger than anyone else. Patience is the key to success."

"Right!"

Looking at a side, Tsukasa nudged Elk a little, "We're close to it, let's stop here."

"All right," Elk replied, "Stop Tsukasa, slow down."

Following his master's orders, the Grunty slowed down and stopped, trotting a little as it allowed Elk and Tsukasa to get out from its back.

"It's not too far now," Tsukasa spoke, seeing the Grunty flying up in the sky and disappearing away, "But you're going to have to close your eyes if you wanted to see what I wanted to show you."

"What? Why?" Elk asked, curiosity evident in his voice.

"Because it then wouldn't be called a surprise," Tsukasa replied bluntly, crossing his arms.

Elk pouted, but gave in as he closed his eyes, anxious to know what he would see and clasped his hand with Tsukasa's so he could lead him to the place. The small giddy feeling he felt in his heart grew as his grip on Tsukasa's hand tightened slightly.

Tsukasa smiled, "Just to make sure you weren't peeking..." He pushed Elk's hat a little more forward so it could over the boy's eyes, followed by a "Hey! No fair!"

"You never said anything about not peeking!"

"...I forgot, be patient, we're close to it," Tsukasa muttered, leading Elk the way.

"Heya Kite!"

The Twin Blade player looked behind, seeing Mistral running towards him, her staff waving around frantically, her eyes wide and sparkled with excitement.

He didn't want to stop and talk now, but reasoned it would've been selfish if he ignored her and continued on to go on his mission to find Elk. With his mind occupied more about finding Elk, he'd almost instantly forgotten about everything else whenever starting his search for the gentle Wavemaster.

It's not like they'll stay there for a second and leave, I have to be patient.

"Oh, hey Mistral," Kite waved, seeing the small Wavemaster catching up and walking beside him.

"It's been a long time we haven't met up," she chirped, smiling. Ever since giving birth to her child, she's been absent from The World and raising her daughter, using up her time, but wrote emails to her friends of her sudden news.

"Yeah, I know, where'd you get that staff?" Kite asked, suddenly aware of a different style of the staff Mistral was holding.

"This? Oh, Elk gave it to me couple of days ago, he said he knew I liked to collect rare items and he wanted me to have it, you like it?" Mistral asked, tracing a pattern on the staff delicately. It certainly was very rare, there are only few of those kinds of staffs created by The World and it's a wonder how Elk would give it to her than use it for himself since it would greatly strengthen him.

"It's nice, was there someone with Elk when he gave it to you?"

Mistral bit her lip and looked up in a thoughtful expression, a small fang poking out in a cute manner, "I don't think so, and he seems to be all by himself when he gave me this staff and other rare items. We didn't talk much either, it's as if he was hurrying to catch up to something."

Mistral felt guilty of having to lie to her friend, but she promised Elk she wouldn't tell Kite of anything that he's been up to or of his whereabouts. Also, Kite might be either angry or jealous if she did say there was someone with Elk when he gave her the items, and everything wouldn't go well. If there was one thing she hated to see her friends upset, it was being in the middle of it.

:-:-Flashback-:-:-

"Hey Mistral!"

The female Wavemaster turned around, only to see a running Wavemaster catching up to her, waving with a smile on his face, along with a mysterious player following after him. She smiled, delighted to see one of her great friends and waved back, waiting for Elk to catch up to her.

"Hi Elk! Who's your new friend? Is he your twin?" Mistral asked, seeing the striking similarities between both Wavemasters, despite the color difference.

Elk laughed, shaking his head, "No, this is my friend Tsukasa. Tsukasa, this is Mistral, she collects rare items and adds them to her collection."

Mistral smiled broadly, "Nice to meet you!"

"Same here," Tsukasa smiled, already feeling comfortable around the treasure hunting player.

"Well, I wanted to give you something Mistral before I might've missed you, I'd thought they'd go great with your item collection," Elk explained, "Tsukasa and I went through a tough time getting them, but it was worth it."

Mistral let out a gasp as Elk held out gleaming items in his hands, the word 'rare' literally glittering in each of them. It was a sight to behold, most players wouldn't get some of the items unless if they were really in a high level!

They must've been really hard to get! With the high level monsters and the long way to the treasure room, it would take more than a day to get all of this! Mistral thought excitedly, becoming emotional.

"Oh Elk! Thank you! But...but..."

Elk looked at her in concern, hearing small sniffles from the female Wavemaster and tears cornering her dark pink eyes, "What is it?"

"This is too much! You're giving me so many great things, I don't know what to give you in return!" Mistral bawled, rubbing away her tears.

"You don't really have to give anything in return Mistral," Tsukasa confronted, "Your thanks is just enough for the both of us. Elk and I were only looking for a journey to enjoy ourselves and that is also enough."

"R-really? Speaking of looking...Kite was looking for you Elk," Mistral informed Elk, seeing him freeze.

"...he was?" Elk whispered, unconsciously trembling. It had been weeks he had seen Kite, and he'd received multiple emails from the Hacker, but he would never open them, fear gripping onto him tightly like a lock, images of what occurred in the church whirling in his mind like a fresh page.

Those cold, menacing sapphire eyes which held anger and hatred, they were real, the darkest side of Kite no one would ever thought he would have...

Why would he be looking for me...?

"Yup, he seemed worried and exhausted, and asked everyone if they saw you too," Mistral replied, noticing Elk was slightly shakened up, "Something the matter?"

Tsukasa glanced at Elk worriedly as he placed a hand on his shoulder, later receiving a reassuring smile from the Wavemaster. Tsukasa frowned mentally at the mention of Kite's name again. What did he do to him...?

"Then...Maybe there is something you can do for me Mistral," Elk replied slowly, handing her the items.

"Anything! As long as there is something I can do in return."

"Well, can you promise not to tell Kite about Tsukasa? It's probably best if he doesn't know how I've been or know about Tsukasa, at least...not yet..." Elk murmured.

I don't want to see him now...I tried to forget what happened, but his eyes...they were so cold and he was angry at me...

"Ok! I promise, not a single word about it!" Mistral smiled. She's curious of why the sudden fear and sadness came to Elk as she mentioned about Kite, but decided against to ask unless if he was willing.

Elk smiled in relief, "Thanks Mistral, it really means a lot to me."

"No problem Elk! And just to compliment..." She winked at the both of them, "Your friend's pretty cute."

Two faces became slightly pink as Mistral laughed, storing away the rare items, "The both of you can be a cute pair together, with the matching red faces!"

"I...I think we have to go now," Elk stammered, smiling awkwardly at Tsukasa as he waved at Mistral, "I'll see you soon Mistral!"

Mistral giggled, "So long!"

:-:-End Flashback-:-:-

Mistral sighed, it wouldn't hurt if she gave a little hint, it's not like she's describing Tsukasa at all. Besides, she doesn't want to see Kite sad as well when he's really looking for the Wavemaster. She'd hate to see both of her friends suffering of what had happened, and she'll do anything to help them solve their troubles. But from what it looks like, Elk seems to be hiding and running away from Kite while the Hacker has been searching him everywhere.

But why would he hide away from him? Mistral pondered. Did something horrible happened...?

"But the items he gave me seems like you'll need more than just one person to make it through the dungeon. Dangerous fields and monsters contain the rarest and strongest of items, I don't know how he could have gotten them."

"I see..."

"Are you looking for him?"

Kite looked taken aback, heat rising to his cheeks, "What made you think that?"

Mistral smiled, "You seemed so much in a hurry to go somewhere or find someone. I remembered when you asked me if I saw Elk earlier, and you looked desperate."

Kite smiled sheepishly, putting a hand behind his neck, "I guess I'm not so good at hiding some things away, am I?"

"At least not from me, have you seen Wiseman around?"

Kite shook his head, "I just got here on The World."

"Oh, he must be taking care of her," Mistral reasoned, thinking of her daughter, "Its okay, now you go find Elk! I know I'm taking up your time, but I'll email you if I catch sight of him, okay? To make up for the lost time."

"Okay, thanks Mistral!"

"See ya!" Mistral yelled, waving good bye as Kite started running to the Chaos Gate, smiling softly.

Good luck Kite.

"...Tsukasa? Now?"

A chuckle was heard as Elk blindly, yet foolishly, waved his arms around for any feel of a soft cotton cloth that would've belonged to Tsukasa, smiling slightly of the beautiful sound Tsukasa made.

He should laugh more often...It sounds so nice... Elk flushed slightly.

He and Tsukasa suddenly stopped at a certain spot and pulled his hand away from the warm grasp, leaving Elk to try to find him. Both played along with each other childishly until Elk really felt lost, moving in circles and he's slowly starting to feel a little dizzy.

"Hai, you may now."

Pulling away his hat, Elk opened his eyes, eyes widening as he instantly dropped his hat from the sight, unprepared of what he would see.

From every direction, even the actual spot where he is standing is filled with Aromatic Grass, the silver strands reflecting off the light as it rested on its place.

"Its yours for the taking," Tsukasa replied behind him, smiling, "I thought you might like it."

"Tsukasa, this is..." Elk breathed out, lost for words.

"You don't have to thank me for it, I wanted to do this to help you with your friend Mia, and she must mean really import-"

Elk's sudden hug caught Tsukasa off guard, leading the both of them to the ground with Elk on top of the tall Wavemaster, his arms encircled around Tsukasa's neck, their legs intertwined together as Elk hugged tighter, his head nuzzled under Tsukasa's chin.

Tsukasa choked a little as heat risen up to his face, feeling Elk's lips touching his bare skin of his clavicle as the small Wavemaster whispered numerous thanks, his voice becoming muffled and teary.

"Tsukasa...I...I-I really don't know how to thank you...You've done so much for me...a-and I feel like just my friendship for you isn't enough..." Elk slightly whimpered, biting his lip to prevent himself to cry. He couldn't cry now, but the joy that is filling up inside him wanted to erupt, escaping through tears.

"But it is enough Elk..." Tsukasa whispered, running a hand through the silver blue strands of hair to ease the Wavemaster, "To me, it's more than enough...You may not see it, but it is, sometimes even the greatest of gifts come in small minor things..."

Though, there is something that I want, but it's impossible, so this friendship is enough for me...

Elk gave a startled giggle, touched by Tsukasa's words as he clutched onto Tsukasa, sighing in small content of the welcoming warmth of Tsukasa's that encased him all over. It made him drowsy, his eyes slowly falling shut as he starts to relax.

"...Arigatou..."

Tsukasa smiled as he allowed this rare moment to last for some time, until he shifted slightly, patting Elk gently, "You're not going to cry right? Also, I don't think it's the right time for you to be sleeping now with all the Aromatic Grass here. You'll be making my legs cramp up with your weight."

A ghostly blush went over Elk's cheeks as he rose up slightly, "I wasn't crying, and I was just resting my eyes. I didn't have enough sleep last night, stayed up late...And don't say I'm fat!"

Tsukasa chuckled slightly as he stood up, seeing Elk already taking handfuls of Aromatic Grass and storing them away, occupying himself to prevent from Tsukasa seeing the rising blush.

"Want me to help?"

Elk looked back, his cheeks cooled down and nodded, "If it's not too much trouble, I have a lot to collect."

"Soundless Forbidden Wavemaster (1)!" Kite shouted, his bracelet breaking into the system and transporting him to his destined area, his face held with determination. Time almost froze as he was passing through the data codes, approaching in the field at mid air.

Landing into the ground, Kite looked around in his surroundings. Large trees applying shade, small springs with a mysterious aura surrounding it, a beautiful place where Elk would most surely love to walk around.

A Wood area? But why would they land here? Never mind about that, I have to find Elk!

Using the Speed Charm, Kite started running head forward, looking from side to side in hope to find the gentle Wavemaster.

I have to find him in time or I'll miss this chance! Kite thought, dodging the large boulders.

Unfortunately, he hadn't noticed he was soon to be blocked and distracted by a couple of Dark Witches and Hellhounds which were coming into his way.

"...and that's it," Elk declared, picking up the last strands of Aromatic Grass and storing them safely.

Both Wavemasters plopped to the ground, their backs aching from picking the strands of Aromatic Grass and storing them away.

"If you want, we can see Mia tomorrow," Elk suggested, "Maybe she might remember you since you knew her longer than me."

"It is possible," Tsukasa agreed, "But you said she's lost her memories..."

"Even the deepest and oldest of memories can resurface back," Elk replied, placing a hand over Tsukasa's, smiling, "I know she'll remember you, somehow, I know she will."

Fighting down a blush, Tsukasa nodded, "You're right, but the odds against it is pretty high. I have to hope. I'll introduce you to my other friends when they'll be back, that is if you would like to."

"Mmhmm!" Elk nodded, "I saw them at Hidden Forbidden Holy Ground, only fragments of a memory though...I don't remember what they exactly look like, but I have a pretty good gue-huh?"

Elk stood up, his face a little emotionless as if he was hearing something.

"What is it?"

Elk winced a little, "I almost forgot, I had to go out today to help with my mom at grocery shopping, she's waiting for me to log out."

Tsukasa nodded, a little saddened of the fact Elk will be leaving so suddenly, "Oh...You should go now then, I wouldn't want to you to get into more trouble."

"You're sure? I can ask my mom if we can do the shopping tomorrow, she wouldn't mind."

Tsukasa shook his head, "Its better when you finish something early and you'll have more free time later on. I'll see you tomorrow if you can't be back online after shopping, I'll be fine on my own."

"Will you still be here even if I'm done shopping?"

Tsukasa shrugged a smile on his face, "Bear would let me be here as long as I want, and he wanted me to be in The World daily, but also focus on my studies. I'll wait for you if you want me to."

"If it's not too much trouble..." Elk blushed slightly, hugging him.

"All right, email me when you're returning, and I'll be waiting for you at Aerial Fort," Tsukasa replied, returning the embrace.

"Okay, see you!"

Tsukasa nodded as Elk waved, standing up as his eyes soften, sighing deeply.

If only you knew Elk...

"Hah!"

After slicing the last monster to pieces, Kite used another Speed Charm to continue running, fearing he might be too late. It took him more time to eliminate them as they attacked him with no mercy, the Witches using high level spells to paralyze or confuse him.

They were taking up my time and they were fast to catch up to me when I try to run them off! It's as if someone wanted to stop me from going to Elk...Please don't be gone Elk...

After almost admitting defeat by constantly seeing only monster rings and empty places, Kite caught a sight of two figures from the corner of his eye, stopping. One of them looked oddly familiar, with silver blue hair and gentle ruby eyes...

Elk!

Kite almost cried out his friend's name until he saw the one he loved hugging another player which is also another Wavemaster, the player hugging back tightly as Elk's cheeks turned slightly pink from what the player replied.

The sudden sign of affection caused Kite's hands turned into fists as a fire of anger and jealously sprout within him, sadness engulfing him as the mysterious Wavemaster caused Elk to smile happily, walking away and waved at him.

No! Kite yelled, realizing Elk was about to log out.

But it was too late as the golden rings surrounded the Wavemaster and disappeared, leaving the other player and Kite alone. He was close to catching him, but fate took a twisted turn as it made him fail to catch Elk.

Kite looked down, biting his lip. I was too late...But... He looked up, his eyes narrowing as he sees the other Wavemaster standing up, his back facing towards him. Helba's words echoed back into his mind of the boy who contained the powers of Morganna and saving The World along with other players, including Helba herself.

Who is he? Is that the one Helba was talking about, the player who couldn't log out and knew about Aura...?

Kite silently frowned. He's been with Elk for the past few weeks, from what I've heard from Mistral and Helba. He must be the one Elk was with to receive all those rare items for Mistral and no one else had last seen or heard from him...

A sigh escaped from the Wavemaster as he looked where Elk last stood, standing there for a moment before turning around, revealing his face.

Cerulean eyes widened as he sees gentle amethyst eyes seeming to look in his direction, locks of silver gray hair framing the mature face as it glinted from the setting sun, doing wonders for his pale skin.

His form seems a little less broad and slender, more effeminate as it made him fairer; along with the clothes he wore complimenting his frame. Red marks were on each side of his cheek, each minute passing by Kite knew he met him somewhere before.

There is no doubt he saw that face before, along with someone else, but he could see the true beauty of what that face contains, aghast how someone can even look perfect in the virtual world.

He's...

The player before him looked almost identical to Elk, only the colors making it different and he looks older and wiser, perhaps even more handsome than beautiful as his eyes looked up from the ground and locked his gaze with Kite's.

Kite froze as his breathing hitched, heat emitting out from his cheeks as his heart started to pound furiously at one fact of being caught, and another that this boy is stunning and attractive. He doesn't know why he is suddenly feeling like this, but it seemed natural to him as neither one broke the silence.

A part of him wanted to run, escape from the boy's piercing lavender eyes, but his body wouldn't follow commands, as if the Wavemaster casted the paralyzing spell of him.

Another part wanted to yell, scream at him for being with Elk and keeping him all to himself.

But another...it wanted to do something, something Kite couldn't even define. The feeling is familiar, yet so foreign to him...

Finally, the boy's lips started to open, forming words as his soft lavender eyes harden like crystal. His voice was smooth, yet as cold as ice with a hint of anger in them.

"Who are you?"

TBC...

(1)- I just made that field up, though they do have those keywords in the game, I don't think it's a Wood area.

A/N: O.o...I did it again, another cliffy. Really, I didn't expect for this to turn out this way, I thought I would make Kite fail to catch Elk and saw Tsukasa, while Tsukasa hadn't known he was being watched and left, but changes are always popping about. Well, there you have it! Chapter 4 all done! Now it'll be a little more difficult for me to write the next chapter if I should continue on this scene or forward the time to the next day or so...shrugs I bet all of you can guess what Kite's been feeling when his eyes met with Tsukasa's, ne? - If not, then I'll still leave you to guess! Arigatou for the reviews, it really made my day and I almost fell out of my chair in shock after seeing many in my Inbox. Right now, I'm really clueless of what to write next for the chapter, so please, if you have any ideas, add them in your reviews! Any idea would be fine and it'll help me to finish the chapter more quickly and I'll be having brainstorm to come up what should I write next. Review please, flames are acceptable, but they'll be burned by Sasuke's Fireball attack! Anyways, see you at the next chapter!

Preview of the next chapter: Cerulean meets Lavender once more, the beginning of new friendships, and will love either blossom in bloom or wither?

For Naruto fans: I will be soon adding a one-shot Sasu/Naru fic and post it on but the true lemon will be out in and this fic will have no rape in it if you might be curious :D. This fic might be called 'Moonlight Sonata', but it might change a little...

Ah yes! Before logging out (its 3:30 in the morning and my eyes are bloodshot and begging for sleep...), I would allow you readers to vote which pairing would be good for this fic! Just to see from your point of view and maybe the decision you make might come true! Just type the choice with your review! (Hey! That rhymed:p)

a) Tsukasa/Elk

b) Kite/Elk

c) Kite/Tsukasa

d)Tsukasa/Elk/Kite (o.o I've realized some people liked this threesome pairing...O.o;;;)

Elk: O.O You weren't kidding, were you?

Ac4cherryz: -frowns- Of course not, I was serious about this!

Tsukasa: I can't believe you'll go this low...you can't force us to fall in love with anyone we may not like...

Elk: -cries- This isn't fair!

Tsukasa: -nods- we have a choice as well to see who do we want to be with...

Elk: -shakes head- Why do I have to be the uke?

Ac4cherryz & Tsukasa: O.O;;; ...

Tsukasa: -coughs- Erm, that wasn't what I meant about not being fair...

Ac4cherryz: -sweatdrops- I know, but don't you think it'll be great to see what our readers think who will make a cute couple?

Tsukasa: ...I suppose...

Elk: -sniffles- Well, I guess so...

Ac4cherryz: -smiles- See? Don't worry, we still have a lot more time left to get through before the final decision is made!

Tsukasa: She's right...

Ac4cherryz: Anyways, I'm sleepy and hungry, maybe I should eat a snack before tucking in, wanna join me?

Elk: Okay! We'll see you at the next chapter!

"Tell me what you eat, and I'll you who you are."

? Iron Chef

Tsukasa: -.- I'll tell you who you are...an idiot.

Ac4cherryz: But a sleepy idiot! -smiles-