Fruits Basket Fan Fiction ❯ Fading Memories ❯ Chapter 7 ( Chapter 7 )

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Kuu: Hey guys, how's everyone been? Eheheh. Did everyone like the last chapter? That was a nice cliffy wasn't it? ((cackles evilly)). Everyone should pretty much know what's goin' on now..Although I did get a few reviews that said something along the lines of "OMG WHAT HAPPENED? UPDATE NOW" So...Eh. But then again, there are probably people who read these fanfics but haven't really seen much of the series/manga. lol, but yeah. School starts soon so I'll either be updating fast from working on it in school, or slow from doing work. (Most likely fast since I'm lazy and don't like work)

But I also drew a new picture! It's not for this fic..But it's still kinda of amusing. My deviant art account link thinger is in my profile if you guys wanna check it out.

Amberblood: Yes..I put that in there just to trick you all. Did it work? LAWL! Actually, no I didn't, I thought I'de try to get in your good graces before I shot them all to hell. It seemed to work a bit. But hey! This fic wouldn't be right if there wasn't the occasional foreplay, eh? ehe.

Anne Cwa: Wtf. Did you call me a mongoose? How could I do that to Haru you ask? Because I did something mean to Kyo in the last fic, so it's gotta be switched around, we can't always tortue Kyo Kyo..Even though..He's still getting tortured in this fic..Just in another way? Oh well. Just chill out, Haru's gonna be okay!

Sam I Am: Uh. hahaha. Your review made me laugh. I know I'm evil and I apologize..As for 'why?' Uh..Well..What else could I do? My fics aren't right without angsty situation.. And Don't worry..I'll figure something out for Akito. That bastard. You can help me if you want, I need ideas for revenge!!! And yes, Kyo will be devastated.. The poor guy. *Hugs Kyo* Sorry if the chapter was to fluffy for ya, I just had to get it in there since it had such a mean ending, lol. And it's okay..There are voices in my head too.

Heartbrokenalloveragain: o.o Uh. I'm sorry? But it's not the end, so..Techincally it hasn't "ended like that" lol. And please don't growl, it's very intimidating.. ((sticks out tongue))

xxkurenaixshixx: Lol. Such naughty language!! Well. I'm sorry if you don't like how i'm doing things, but I think it's gonna be good since I love angst and stuff..There's something about a depressing story that catches my attention, especially if you know it's gonna start getting better towards the end. I mean you get to feel sorry for the character and it makes you feel all special and stuff..I dunno how to explain it I guess.

Morbid Flower: Yes yes, yay for lime. lol. And I feel sorry for Hatori too..Yet a bit spiteful that he'd do that so easily with the excuse "I had no choice". Blargh. It's okay. Ill make sure Kyo smacks him good for it.

BakaDen: Yes. I completely agree. Akito should just get hit my a bus..Or a Train or..Something big. That's gotta suck!! (Listen to me talk like I didn't write it lol) Poor Kyo-kun is gonna need a hug. Just beware there's gonna be massive depression. -whimpers- He doesn't have a chance with Haru..I was just saying that, rofl. Please. Think of as many homocidal thoughts you can muster..As long as I'm not the subject.

Aquabreeze: You're a hentai? I'm the one who wrote it! x.x' I know you know what was already gonna happen, but don't ruin it for anyone, ne?

Moonlit sonata: Uhhhhhhhhh. Gomen! ((Gives tissues))

Artistic: I'm glad you think that, I completely agree. You're probably right about the very emotional part..I'm gonna feel bad writing it. I'll probably over do it..But I don't care, ne? lol. You're probably right with what you think happened (If what you think is Haru got his memories erased..) And your review wasn't to long, I really enjoy the longer reviews. I get bored of "It was good. Update soon." alot of people just review so the author/authoress will update, they aren't really interested in giving opinions half the time. lol So thank you for your nice and detailed review!

Nikkler: Stupid stupid Hatori...I think he should have refused to do it, no matter what! He knew how happy they were and he also knows it will have a huge impact on Kyo mentally and physically. But anyway. What did you picture was gonna happen? A re-run of the first fic? x.x Please do tell. ;)

Canis Lupis: What are you talking about big heads? I'm so confused! Can I wear your cape??

Syitz: YIKES! I WARNED YOU!! WAIIIIII (runs away flailing) Don't cry! It won't be that bad! And thank you for all of your help! I love talking with you, you have wonderful ideas, and with my ideas and your ideas combined..It makes this fic so much better! domo!!

Leviah Raine: Rofl. Yes Kill Akito. I think Hatori's guilt and the little beating he'll probably get from Kyo will be enough punishment for him. And Yuki has no chance with Haru at all. so no one has to worry about going down that road again.. I'm pleased to hear you think this is a good plot. I was trying to be as original as possible..But, eh. Who knows? And yes yes, I will eventually make it all good enough, don't worry.

selfproclaimednerd: don't kill me! If you kill me how will i update? You do have a point about Haru not caring..lol..But what's gonna suck even more is if Haru starts actng like his old self around Kyo..If Kyo is on thin ice and Haru decides to fight Kyo, what will happen? Will Kyo fight back? ((Gasp)) No one knows.....Anyway. Sorry that you found the couple wierd, but eh, it's my favorite, what can I say? lol. Thank you for the compliments!! I think I've improved my writing a bit from when I first started, but I've got alot to learn yet! hehe. And no I don't really like Yuki much..That's probably only because I love Kyo..And Kyo hates Yuki. That's my excuse. lol

"Come in." Akito called, not looking up from the book he had his nose buried in. He already knew who it was, anyway. He listened as the person softly walked across the room to sit silently in front of him, waiting to be spoken to.

Hatori sat in front of the family head with an impassive look on his face, but anyone who looked close enough could see the pained look in his eyes, even if he was trying to cover it up. He remained silent as Akito ignored his presence altogether. He knew better then to try to get the younger mans attention. So, there he sat, awaiting acknowledgment.

Akito aburptly shut the book in his hands and set in beside him nonchalantly before giving the stoic dragon a look in silent question. They both knew what it meant. Hatori broke their gaze, taking an interest in a spot on the floor in front of him.

"It's done." He informed him quietly. He could feel the other man's intense gaze burning through him.

"Good." The dark haired man said with a sigh of relief. He'd for a while thought the doctor would choose to disobey his orders, but once again the dragon proved himself loyal. "Good work. You may go."

Hatori began to stand up but paused to look back at the teen. "Will we be bringing his stuff back here?" He wondered.

Akito quirked a brow at him and chuckled. "No. What would the point of erasing his memories be if we were just going to bring him back here? He will stay with the cat. As punishment of course. Kyo will have to watch him from afar, knowing how much he meant to the cow once." He stated happily. Hatori furrowed his brows at the statement.

'Punishment he says? Punishment is an understatement..'

Akito noticed the hesitant look on the doctors face and frowned a bit.

"Is there a problem, Tori?" He asked with a dangerous tone.

"Akito, doing that could endanger Kyo's health. It would tear him apart.." He stated worriedly. He'd do anything to change Akito's mind, although he knew nothing would.

"Well, that's the point. Maybe if we're lucky he'll get rid of himself." He replied, arching a curious brow. "I didn't know you cared that much for the cat, Tori. I would advise against it before something bad happens to you. That's what happens to those who attach themself to that filthy creature, it's the cats fate."

"So what is it you expect me to do with Haru..?" He asked incredulously.

"I don't care, make something up." He told him, obviously getting irritated. "Also, no one is to tell the cow of the past events, not even a hint or there will be dire consequences, understood?"

Hatori nodded quietly, the sick feeling in the pit of his stomach returning 10 times worse then before.


Haru groaned as he drifted back into conciousness. Wincing he sat up, his head was pounding. He looked around for a moment, to see where he was.

'The hell..?' He thought groggily. Why was he in the clinic?

"You're up." Came a bored voice from the doorway.

He glanced up to see Hatori coming through the doorway, holding a glass of water.

"Take this." He commanded, handing the cow two aspirin and the glass. "We'll be heading back to Shigure's as soon as you're awake."

Haru stuck the pills in his mouth, making a face as the bitter taste and gulped back some water to wash them down.

"Huh? Why are we going to Shigures..?" He asked. "And why does my head feel like someone hit it with a shovel?"

Hatori stiffened a bit. Perhaps he should have thought about an excuse before he approached the white haired boy. Haru just watched him in confusion. It wasn't everyday that Hatori seemed to be choking on his own words.

"Well..You see.." He drawled. "You've been staying at Shigures for last few months..And..You Uh. Bumped your head, so they brought you here.." He explained half-heartedly.

'I'm going to hell.' Hatori thought to himself sadly as he watched for Haru's reaction.

"I see...So..How did I manage to bump my head..?" He asked thoughtfully.

"I don't know, I wasn't there, and I didn't ask." The dragon retorted.

"Is it bad that I don't remember ever moving to Shigure's..?" He interrogated.

"Not really. I'm sure it'll come back soon enough. Now are you ready?" The dragon asked impatiently. He just wanted to get this done and over with before he began regretting his decisions any more.

It only got worse from here.



Haru silently followed Hatori through the front door. Fortunatley for him, no one was in sight. He really didn't feel like talking to anyone right now since his head was killing him, not to mention he didn't remember anything that happened in the last few months...

"Well. You're back." Shigure said from the doorway, giving them both suspicious looks. Haru didn't know what to say, so he just shrugged and remained quiet, trying to ignore the dog. He close his eyes and absently pinched the bridge of his nose in an attempt to supress the pain shooting through his head. Hatori just gave a curt nod, trying to avoid meeting his friends knowing gaze.

"So you really did it.." Shigure said quietly. Hatori went rigid, but said nothing.

"Haru. Why don't you go take a shower..It may help your head." The doctor told him sternly. "Your clothes are upstairs, I'm sure you'll find them."

Haru looked from Hatori to Shigure, who gave a slight nod in his direction. He sighed then made his way up the stairs. It was a bit tense in there, and he was positive it wasn't just him.

A heavy silence fell upon the room after Haru left. Shigure remained leaning against the threshold while Hatori sat on the couch, resting his elbows on his knees, staring at his feet. The tension in the room was so thick, one could cut it with a dull knife..

"This is a mess." Hatori mumbled, putting his hands over his face. "Where is everyone? We need to explain a few things." He asked, standing up.

Shigure thought for a moment before shrugging. "I think Tohru and Yuki are out back in Yuki's little garden and Kyo is on the roof I think..He's going to take this pretty hard, you know.." He answered. "What exactly do you have to explain anyway..?" He wondered outloud.

"Well.." He sighed. "Akito is going to force Haru to stay here with Kyo despite having his memories erased, it's like two punishments in one. No one is permitted to mention the past between the two or even give any hint as to what happened otherwise there will be severe consequences." He explained, his voice wavering a bit giving away his barely supressed unease. Shigure put a reassuring hand on the dragon's shoulder, although he wasn't really sure he was in the position to be doing that.

He was pretty much as irked about the situation as Hatori was, and he didn't have to do it. He had no idea what was going through the dragon's head right now. All he could think was..If Hatori was taking it this bad..How would everyone else?

Scratch that. Not much would change with everyone else, except Yuki and Kagura..And especially Kyo. He could feel dread beginning to swell in his chest at the thought. Kyo had changed alot after the events with Akito before. It always made Shigure smile when he finally saw Kyo truly smile at something. He was getting rather attached to the happy atmosphere that had developed..

Shigure frowned at his own thoughts and looked up at the dragon, who was currently pacing the room.

He couldn't blame Hatori though.. Yeah, it was his fault..But it wasn't his fault, if that made any sense. Hatori just didn't have the heart to go against Akito like his younger cousins had and it was understandable with all he'd been through. He just didn't have as much confidence as he used to.

Hatori abruptly stopped pacing as he heard footsteps descending down the stairs. He and Shigure both turned to look at the door, both dreading who may appear.

"Hey are you guys back? I heard talking.." Kyo was sayinh as he entered the living room but stopped when he saw the forlorn looks on both of their faces. "Hey, who died?" He asked sarcastically, but regretted it when neither of the older mens expressions changed. "Umm. What's wrong..?" He asked nervously.

"Kyo. We need to talk." Hatori informed him as impassively as he could. "Let's go into the kitchen." He finished, gesturing for Kyo to go. He went in after him, followed by Shigure.

"I'm gonna go find Yuki and Tohru. I'll be right back." He said as he went out the back door. He definately didn't want to be there with Hatori told Kyo what happened.


Kyo watched as Shigure disappeared behind the door. Now, if Shigure is coming up with exuses to be out of the house for this little talk or whatever Hatori had planned for him..That definately meant it wasn't a good thing.

He took a deep breath trying to hide the nervousness that was growing in his stomach. It was wierd that Haru didn't come and tell him he was home. And it was also wierd that Hatori was being extremely fidgety.

"Hey. If your frown get's any deeper then that you might break your face." He teased uneasily, trying to ease the the pressure in his chest a bit.

"Kyo." Hatori said glanced up with hard eyes. "It's about Haru."

Kyo's nervousness increased immediatley as the seriousness of the doctors tone. "W-what is it..?" He asked in an unsure voice. Hatori looked away, unable to look at the worried look in the boys crimson eyes.

"It's..I'm sorry..Akito.." He murmured. Kyo furrowed his brows at the older man. Akito..? He didn't like this. He didn't like not knowing what was going on, and it was pissing him off that stupid dragon wouldn't look him in the eye.

He stepped forward, fisting his hands in the front of the dragons white lab coat and giving him a shake. Hatori winced a bit at the movement, but was forced to look at the boy, eye to eye. He wanted nothing more then to run away and hide..

"What the hell happened with Haru?" He growled, tightening his grip on the mans coat. Hatori grabbed his wrists and pryed his hands out of his jacket with a quiet huff.

"I was ordered to... Erase you from Haru's memories." He finally admitted, chancing a look at the cat. Kyo'd eyes widened as he stumbled back a few steps, almost as if he were afraid of his older cousin.

"What..?" He asked quietly. Hatori closed his eyes and looked down.

"He still remembers you, he just doesn't remember that you ever had a relationship." He added. Kyo just continued to stare at the dragon dumbly, not accepting it. This had to be some kind of prank, right?

"What..? That's not funny..You're kidding, right?" He asked irritably looking around, as if expecting everyone to pop out and laugh at him, but his heart started beating rapidly when nothing happened. "Right...?" He practically whimpered.

Hatori shook his head negatively, his brows furrowed and his eyes filled with guilt. "I'm sorry.."

He continued to stare at the dragon, ignoring the stinging feeling in his eyes as tears absently fell down his face. Haru..Didn't remember him anymore? How could this have happened..

He promised....

Hatori watched all the emotions flash across the redheads face, feeling a sharp pain in his gut as tears slipped down his face and fell from his chin to the floor. He didn't know what to do...Surely nothing could comfort Kyo now.

Kyo snapped out of his thoughts when the dragon moved in front of him. His eyes went from sad, to angry as he glared at the man in front of him. Him.

He made Haru forget him..

Hatori didn't know what or when it happened, but somehow he ended up on the floor with a yelling Kyo on top of him.

Kyo had the dragons shirt in his hands again as he jerked him into an almost sitting position. Hatori didn't fight to get him off, he figured he should just let the cat get his anger out. The brunt of the problem obviously hadn't hit him yet..

"You're lying!" He yelled and only got more angry when the dragon turned his head away from him.

"Answer me god damnit!!!" He screamed, shaking the doctor violently. Hatori winced as the back of his head came in contact with the hard tile floor beneath him.

"It's the truth, I'm sorry." He answered boredly, which only riled the cat up more.

"Stop lying you bastard!" He growled but before he could do anything else two sets of arms wrapped around his shoulders, pulling him off the stoic dragon. Hatori looked up to see Shigure and Yuki holding a struggling Kyo. Tohru was watching worriedly from the backdoor that was still open.

How had he missed them coming in..?

He slowly picked himself from the floor, shaking his head to get his head straight again. That didn't go as well as he'd hoped..But what did he expect?

Still struggling, Kyo lunged forward in an attempt to reach the dragon again, but the two sets of arm's latched on to his shoulders held him in place.

"Damn you!" He spat, trying to free his hands from his two cousins holds. He managed to pushed Yuki back and use his free arm to dislodge himself from the dog and make another attempt at the doctor, but before he could get close enough they were on him again.

Yuki noticed the tears streaming down the cat's face. That obviously meant something was seriously wrong. It wasn't like Kyo to attack someone like Hatori. He'd never had to actually hold him back from anyone before.. He found himself feeling worried for the redhead..

"Kyo.." Hatori said, taking a step forward, but not getting to close, incase he decided he wanted to tackle him again.. "I'm sorry, but I know what you're going through." He tried to reassure him with a calm tone.

"Bull shit!" Kyo screamed, struggling against his temporary bonds. (Yuki and Shigure). "God damnit let go!" He growled and turned back to the dragon.

"You don't know anything about what I'm going though!! This is nothing like what happened with Kana! Kana chose to forget of her own free will! He didn't choose this! You and that bastard chose for him!" He hollered.

Hatori's eyes widened at the redheads accusation..

What hurt the most was he was right. Kana had chosen to forget about their relationship..And he had simply done this to Haru and Kyo because Akito wished it..

"I'm sorry..There was nothing I could've done..I'm sorry." He said, his voice cracking with emotion.

"Just go to hell!" Kyo sobbed, looking away from the man in front of him to stare at the ground.

"What's goin' on in here..?" Haru asked from the doorway, his hair wet from his shower. Kyo stiffened and turned to look at the ox, along with everyone else.

Haru met Kyo's gaze with a bored and uncaring expression.

"You're as loud as usual, Kyo, did you lose another fight?" He deadpanned.

Kyo just stared at the ox in shock as he inspected his nails nonchalantly. He really didn't remember.. After all the things they went through, Haru had forgotten it all that easily..

He felt his heart shatter into a thousand tiny pieces as realization hit it.

Haru didn't remember him. It was over..

Kyo winced as a sharp pain ran through his chest. He gasped and fell to his knees, clutching at the cloth of his shirt.

He couldn't breathe....

Panicking, Kyo tried to take a deep breath to try and steady his trembling body, but to no avail.

Everyone watched in shock as Kyo crumbled to the floor with a fear stricken face. His hands shaking, and trying to breath through small gasps.

"Kyo-kun!" Tohru screamed, rushing over to crouch beside the boy, putting a hand on his shoulder.

Hatori hurriedly walked up and crouched in front of the boy, holding him up by his shoulders.

Kyo tried to focus on the man in front of him but he couldn't. His vision was going from focused to unfocused again. And when he could see, his vision was blurred by unshed tears.

"What's wrong with him?" Yuki asked, anxiety evident in his voice as he watched Kyo struggle to breath.

"He's having a panic attack." Hatori stated, looking up at the dog. "Go get me a wet rag."

"What do you mean a 'panic attack'?" Yuki asked angrily "What the hell does that mean?"

"He's hyperventilating." He muttered, looking at the cat. "Kyo, listen to me, you need to calm down, take deep breaths." He ordered.

Kyo couldn't register what Hatori was saying. He clenched his eyes shut and drew in another shallow breath. He was beginning to feel light headed. He absently reached out and latched onto the dragons sleeve so hard his knuckles turned white.

"Is he going to be okay?" Yuki asked over his shoulder.

"This isn't good. He's not getting enough oxygen." the dragon murmured, checking the cats eyes, which were dilated. "Kyo. Can you say speak?"

He was only answered with a gasping noise from the cat. Kyo's body racked with supressed sobs. He coughed hoarsely as he tried to fight the darkness sneaking in the corners of his vision.

Finally his vision went completely black.

Kyo fell foward, only to be caught by Hatori. The dragon layed him on his back on the floor and pulled a small flashlight out of his pocket and flashed it in each of Kyo's eyes. Shigure came back with a cloth in hand.

"Is he okay..?" he asked nervously when he noticed his unconcious state. Hatori sighed.

"..His breathing is back to normal and his reactions seem to be okay, but that was a pretty bad attack.." He murmured, taking the rag from the dog. "We need to get him upstairs." He stated, looking up at the inhabintants of the room.

Yuki looked from Hatori, who looked stressed, to Shigure, who looked worried and tired, then to Tohru who looked petrified and finally to Haru, who looked relatively shocked at the scene..But made no move to make sure his boyfriend was okay, but turned and went back upstairs quietly..

Yuki furrowed his brows in anger and glared at his two older cousins.

"What the hell is going on.." He growled.

Egad! That was so..Soo....Wah.

Poor poor Kyo. I felt so bad for him. We all owe Kyo big hugs! EVERYONE GOOO. -whimpers- What'de you guys think? See see? I told you I'de make Yuki a good guy! he's all pissed because something bad happened and Kyo is all sad about it! YUKI TO THE RESCUE!! lol

Well not really rescue, it's not like he can do anything about it..But we'll figure that out as the fic progresses!