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Lost Chapter: Freaky Friday part 3 (Icebreaker)

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Freaky Friday

(Zane's POV)

Kai's hair is a complete mystery to me. His comb can run smoothly through it and yet no matter how many strokes I perform, the spikes remain untamed. Could his hair be such an anomaly that it is its own living entity?

Sigh, no of course not.

I finish the final preparations in regards to physical hygiene and leave Kai's facilities with his crimson towel wrapped around my waist. I shall treat my younger brother's body as if it were my own and try to the utmost of my ability to not lessen his chances in claiming the Kunoichi of Darkness's heart and I can only hope that he gives me the same courtesy and not veer Ayane's affections away from me.

I walk over to his dresser and remove the garments I deem satisfactory for he did not suggest anything on the subject of attire, but gave me strict orders on how I should talk and act in Ebony's presence. Some of the things he said were of common knowledge to me since I've known him for over two years and have seen him interact with Ebony since her arrival on the Destiny's Bounty one month and ten days ago. Although, there are other mannerisms I must perform during the event that the white-haired female does display affection.

I let my mind wander back to our discussion in the Game Room while I begin to dress.

"Ebony has been beginning to be a bit more open with physical contact. She only does it when we're alone, though to any innocent bystander they wouldn't seem like much. She touches my arms, chest, shoulders, neck, back, and sometimes even my face, so don't be all freaked-out or anything if she does."

"I understand and how do you usually respond to these ministrations?"

"I bring her closer; no matter what position we are in I always bring her closer to me. I wrap my arm around her waist and glide my hand over her hip and thigh."

"Really? She accepts your advances? Does that not seem a bit pretentious and forward?"

"Oh I hope it does. She already knows of my feelings for her, Zane and I'm not one to mess around with unnecessary subtly and mind games. Tricks are for kids and I want her to genuinely fall for me which I know she's starting to do. Give me a little credit though, okay? I do have some restraint; I don't just walk up to her and grab her since I don't wanna die. She has to make the first move. I tell ya though, bro…you must've sensed it…she's…different…special regardless of her physical appearance. I guess you can say it was one of the things that attracted me to her. It's her voice. She doesn't speak often, but when she does I can't help but stop whatever I'm doing and listen. It sounds ridiculous I know, but it's how I feel…simple as that. One day she'll be mine, I just know it. SO DON'T SCREW UP!"

It was quite stupefying to watch as my own eyes burn with passion for another that was not Ayane though this day in itself is inconceivable in regards to logic.

I slip on the simple red t-shirt with black flames along the hem and adjust my PMS settings before attaching it to the pocket of Kai's maroon pants.

The more I ponder about this circumstance the more ludicrous it becomes. Why today of all days did this have to happen? It does not matter if this plan is a success or not, the balance between the Elements is all wrong for there is a spirit of fire attempting to mingle with an essence of light. Such corresponding Elements will not create any progression to power only a luminescent stalemate. I had so wished to find my hidden congruency with Ayane in hopes that its manifestation would help us reach a deeper connection.

A connection between spirits is undoubtedly followed by one of the body…

A fantasy that will surely become a reality in the future, I know I must display patience and understanding towards Ayane, but…sigh…it is getting increasingly difficult to hold myself back especially after our rendezvous in Twilight.

One day while I was indulging myself in my book about the anatomy and physiology of the human female, my mind simply segued to a particular flight of imagination and afterwards, I wanted to find moy angel with posthaste and bring her to my room. It was through sheer discipline that I was able to stop myself for my intentions were not at all pure.

Yes…I can recall this one perfectly since it is my favorite…

(The Theater within Zane's Mind)

It is during the twilight of the night and I have decided a few short hours of meditation would entice pleasant dreams to seep into my mainframe before bed. When suddenly, a timid knock rouses me from my tranquility…

"Oh, now who could that be at this hour?" I wonder and remove myself from my bed to answer the door.

The sight that greets me…is heavenly. There stood Ayane with a single white sheet wrapped around her lithe form. The delicate exposure of her sun kissed shoulders and arms beckons me to touch and caress. Her bright golden hair seems to illuminate despite the darkness of the hall furthering my beliefs that The Celestial sent one of his most beautiful scarred angels for me…and me alone. The mint green and sky blue pools shimmer before she speaks and a wonderful tint of rose kisses her cheeks playfully.

She parts her lips to voice the reason for her appearance at my doorway, but upon second thought she closes them and turns her head away, her eyes peering at the floor in uncertainty.

"Please, go ahead my light. I am listening."

She lifts her eyes shyly to mine, her voice carrying a sumptuous accent as she parts her lips once more.

"C'est ce soir si froid, Zane. C'est étrange parce que si j'étais dans mon lit, je me suis tellement chaud que je devais me dépouiller de mon pyjama. Mais bientôt, une enveloppe gel mon être et j'ai commencé à trembler, j'ai essayé de trouver mes vêtements, mais il faisait si sombre et je ne voulais pas déranger Sasha en allumant ma lampe. Alors, j'ai décidé de venir à la seule et unique source qui pourrait apporter chaleur de mon corps ... allez-vous me réchauffer, Zane?" (It's so cold tonight, Zane. It's strange because while I was in bed I got so hot that I had to strip myself of my pajamas. But soon, a frost enveloped my being and I started to shake. I tried to find my clothes, but it was so dark and I didn't want to disturb Sasha by turning on my lamp. So, I decided to come to the one and only source that could bring my body heat...will you warm me, Zane?)

To hear Ayane speak consistently in her foreign tongue caused a blissful simmering heat to spread gradually through my system.

French…such a sensuous language.

I extend my hand for her to take and she does so without any hesitation.

"My dear, I can do so much more than just…warm your body," I whisper as I pull her to me and begin to unravel the loose knot that holds her sheet around her form. I tilt her chin up with the length of my finger and bow my head in a slant until my breath intermingles with hers. "Come…allow me to enlighten you on such methods. I am sure you and I will enjoy ourselves in the endless tides of pleasure."

"Zane…"

My name is spoken so breathlessly and her mystic orbs become hooded with the unspoken desire to be claimed. Just as our lips meet, the knot is undone and the sheet falls listlessly to my white carpet—

*POP!*

A steady vibration emits from my hip, jolting me from favorite fantasy. I immediately peer down to the source of the disturbance and find my PMS, the white button flashing rapidly.

Why would I be calling my—oh...because I am not myself…sigh…

I unclip Jay's invention from the front pocket of Kai's pants and press the white button.

"Hello?" I greet pleasantly as I hold the device up to my ear.

"Don't "hello" me like you have no idea who it is! Get your ass out of my room and go meet up with Ebony in her and Nya's room! Or they'll be hell to pay!"

"Hearing my own voice bellow in rage is rather unsettling, Kai. Henceforth, I think it may be wise to exhibit a more structured demeanor while your spirit is stationed in my body, would you not agree?" I say while balancing the PMS to my ear and sitting down on the crimson bed. I put on a pair of white socks as my voice retorts back in a huff.

"Yeah, yeah, don't worry about me and what the hell is "henceforth"?! Can't you just say "from now on"?! Argh, are you about ready? I knocked on the door several times, but you never answered."

"Likewise worry not of my own portrayal of you and yes," I reply standing up and adjusting the black wristband on Kai's wrist. "I am ready."

"Good now—oh wait! Before you come out here, look under my bed. You'll see a silver-colored box with a black bow tied around it. Grab that first."

"A box?" I inquire with interest and kneel down beside Kai's bed to look for the object. "You bought Ebony a present?"

"Why do you sound so shocked? Yes Zane, I did…I can be generous every once in a while, ya know. Do you see it?"

I reach further towards the back and feel the unmistakable shape of a polygon. I pull out the gift and climb back to my feet.

"Yes, I have it," I respond, looking over the elegantly designed rectangular box. "What is in it?"

"Uh, just some clothes I thought she would like. I-It's nothing really. *sigh* Look just c'mon."

The communication is dropped as Kai hangs up and I clip my PMS back where it was.

Why did he sound so tense if it's just clothes? I wonder as I turn to leave my brother's room.

When I exit I see my body leaning casually against the wall adjacent of me, wearing a slightly worried expression. Upon noticing my exit, he straightens up and gives my appearance a once over inspection.

"Lookin' good, now about the present…when you give it to her ask if she would try it on to make sure it fits. I don't think she would mind, but I not sure and make sure to text me her reaction as soon as you can, alright?"

I answer with a brief nod and a smile. Seeing Kai's nervousness is definitely something to lo and behold since it's such a rarity. My brother of fire has always displayed absolute confidence in everything he does and his pride in being a competent ninja burns brightly within his soul. Although, I am glad that over the years he has learned to control his hubris. He understands now that having a substantial amount of pride can only lead to one's tragic downfall.

"I am sure your gift will be a success, Kai," I presume with certainty. "Ebony will be appreciative."

Kai shakes his head slowly in response, his eyes diverted down the hall leading to the Kunoichi side of the ship.

"That's just it, Zane. I don't want her to just be appreciative I want her to feel—I want her to know…"

I stare at the fire spirit in control of my body in befuddlement as he grips my hair tightly in frustration. He must have put quite some thought into this present and his expectation to Ebony's reaction is high, but what exactly are his expectations?

"Kai? What would you like me to say?"

"No, it's not something I can put into words," he laments and focuses on me once more. "Just try not to space-out and visit "Ayane Land", okay?" He finishes with a smirk.

I release a short laugh. "Same to you in regards to Garmadon's daughter, this is an important mission after all."

"Yeah, yeah I got it. Anyway, how do I look?" He asks spreading his arms wide and gesturing to himself.

I raise one of Kai's eyebrows and tuck the present under my arm while I approach myself. I am not surprised my brother chose one of my more casual attire garments, the smoke grey belted pants and white tank top he took time to tuck in completed the ensemble.

"I approve," I begin, removing a stray piece of lint from his shoulder. "Did you look up the recipes like I instructed?"

"Yes," Kai moans unenthusiastically, "I can see them right now with the help of your database. I think I can manage making chicken, ham, and some rolled-up pancakes."

Oh Shiva…

"As long as you follow the recipe and pay ardent attention to what you are doing then there should not be any incidents. Ayane will be looking for teaching and guidance as well, so you must also keep her in mind."

"Of course, bro I gotcha," he replies and turns around. "You told me this already along with a crap load of other things. I won't let you down."

I trust you, Kai.

"Well, I better get going. Ayane's already waiting in the kitchen. Good luck, Zane and keep in touch."

Kai walks off towards the kitchen and I turn to face my own destination. As I begin my short trek, I must admit that I am confident about my encounter with the Master of Darkness. As Kai mentioned earlier, Ebony is only beginning to express an attraction towards him, so the odds of her initiating a kiss is only a mere twenty-three percent.

I am safe and I am sure I can manage a few touches. What I should have done was inquire more about this gift in my hands. I will have to improvise and basically pick the most emotionally accurate response if Ebony partakes to Kai's request and questions his motives behind the purchase.

That particular situation will be my only challenge.

Furthermore, Ebony's acumen seems to be on scholar-level. This may prove to be an exceptional chance to engage in intellectual conversation that is of course, without making Kai appear too excited to learn. After all, my brother has sort of a nonchalant intellect.

I round the corner and pass Lloyd's room along with the mysterious door bathed in a sunset hue that no one can enter. Just ahead is Sensei's chambers and the intersection, so I turn left, finally stepping foot on Kunoichi territory.

Ebony…yes, looking past her ethereal beauty her mind intrigues me. Each of the Kunoichi has their own degree of brilliance: Sasha excels in complex logic and calculative equations, Nya is unparallel when it comes to electronic engineering plus her intuition is astounding, Ayane can educate anyone in terms of survival and Mother Nature and then there's Ebony. Her grade of aptitude and intellect reaches far deeper to a psychological stratum and enriches her persona to that of an enigmatic.

Hmm…I wonder if I can discover a few of her secrets. I know on my own that would be impossible, however…will she open up more to Kai?

I stop my advance in front of the shared chambers of Ebony and Nya.

I shall soon find out.

I knock promptly and await Ebony's low sultry tone of voice to answer my call.

"Come in."

Readjusting the gift under my arm, I open the door with a calm smirk.

"Hey Ebony, you haven't been waiting long, right?"

Kai's love interest was stationed on her bed engaging in play with her green-eyed Bombay, Mydnyte. Three fleece ribbons finished with flamboyant feathers dangling from a wooden wand comes to a halt in a fingerless gloved hand. Seeing her prey had finally stopped taunting her, the feline leaps straight up and captures the feathers in her forepaws.

The Kunoichi of Darkness lifts her head, her gaze meeting mine as she greets me with a faint smile.

"Not at all, I just finished dressing a few moments ago."

Really? Ah yes, Kai mentioned Ebony was sort of a deep sleeper and yet it is comical that she wakes Jay an hour early on our usual training days.

I close the door behind me and approach the bed to sit down in front of her and Mydnyte. The she-cat detangles herself from her toy and gives a welcoming mew. She gracefully pads over and brushes her body against my side with a purr.

"Hello to you too, Mydnyte," I say while smoothing my hand over the silken black fur. I had always thought Kai would lean more towards dogs like Jay and Cole, but to my surprise he and Nya both prefer the company of the domesticated felines. I on the other hand along with Sasha fancy the avian though Ayane has given me reason to take interest in wolves, the proud and noble ancestors to all canines.

"You look…good, Kai. What did you bring with you?"

I immediately return my focus to Ebony and release an articulated response.

"Uh, yeah?"

The wielder of the Twin Sais of Oblivion quirks an eyebrow and remains silent, her russet garnet iris staring at me with scrutiny.

I twist my body to face her properly and peer down at the present in my hands with a hard glare.

I must practice what I preach and give her my full attention. She must not deduce that something is amiss; I thought critically and raise my eyes to hers.

"Sorry and thanks for the compliment. You already know you're beautiful no matter what, so why say it?" I let another unabashed smirk grace Kai's features, "Unless…you just want to hear me say it because I will with pleasure."

The cherry chocolate gem widens slightly before she turns her head away letting her curtain of bangs shield her expression and the tint of rouge that more than likely lighted her cheeks.

"That's unnecessary, but I appreciate the sentiment."

That was close. I must remain aware, so there can be no more errors.

"Heh, and this is just something I thought you'd like," I proclaim and offer Kai's gift for her to take.

Her brow creases in indecision and a slight frown mars her visage.

"But, I don't have anything for you," she says with vexation. "Why didn't you tell me you were going to get me a present? I could've bought something for you in return."

Uh-oh, this is not going very well. I must think quickly.

"What, you've never received any gifts on a spur of the moment? What about Sister Ophelia, surely she gave you something special out of the blue."

Her expression instantaneously changes from vexed to stoic.

"Starlight was strict and money was tight. The nuns never spent the orphanage's funds on needless amenities. Even though Sister Ophelia is the Reverend Mother she knew not to go over budget, however…yes I suppose I did receive something special from her once every year because it was all she could afford to give me. A single chocolate cupcake…that was my gift every year to commemorate my birthday, she was the only one to acknowledge my birth as a happy occasion while others did not. Starlight was also given donations from the public such as food, clothing, and toys. When the other children's birthdays came to pass the other nuns allowed them to choose a single toy from the donation box. I was not allowed…demons were not allowed."

Her eyes settle on the exquisite box.

"I am appreciative, Kai truly I am, but I don't like taking things of great value with nothing to give back in return."

Kai's heart begin to thump wildly in his chest although, it wasn't from anxiety or trepidation. It was from anger…the fire ninja's body was reacting to Ebony's sorrow. She was unaccustomed to such treatment, being denied something every child should have the luxury of receiving at least on occasion. Something they could cherish and enjoy for a long period of time, a single chocolate cupcake…not a long duration at all.

I shall utilize Kai's body for guidance. If "anger" is what my host is transferring to my soul then I must relay the message outright for her to hear.

"A new chapter in your life begun when you met me and the rest of us, you may not be used to receiving things on a whim, but when I saw this I instantly thought of you and wanted you to have it. I wasn't thinking about what you could give me back in return besides…"

"That's just it, Zane. I don't want her to just be appreciative I want her to feel—I want her to know…"

I understand, Kai. You want her to know that she has someone who loves and appreciates her; you want her to feel it wholeheartedly from you. So you are hoping that the clothes in this box will convey that message.

"Besides what?"

I blink slowly and I could feel Kai's hands itch to do something about the snow-white curtain of hair that obstructs the left half of her face.

"Damn fringe always gets in the way…"

Reaching out, I allow my host's hand to do as it wishes and tuck Ebony's long bangs securely behind her ear.

"Besides," I continue once her entire face is revealed to me, "there is only one thing that I want from you and I think you know what it is."

The look of worry and hesitancy is apparent as her eyes shift from mine to the gift. Kai's blood quickens in his veins, his attraction to her is absolute and his body is trying to make me see it as well. Yes, I am not visually impaired I can see it. Ebony has very unique features even more so than Sasha. The pure white of her hair against a somewhat dark complexion creates an elegant contrast that can only be described as otherworldly. However, I belong to Ayane as Ayane belongs to me when your rightful spirit returns then you may do as you wish, but until then…stay yourself!

"Don't think and just open it, Ebony."

I place the box in her hands and watch as she tentatively undoes the black silk bow and removes the silver lid.

"Kai…these are—"

"Could you try them on for me? I want to make sure they fit," I interrupt swiftly as she gawks at the clothes in disbelief. I cannot look upon them myself in fear that my expression would let on that I am ignorant to what's inside. It is best if she wears them, so I may give conclusive judgment.

Wordlessly she casts me a single glance which is difficult for me to decipher and stands to oblige to my request. The stretching of genuine leather and the chime of Ebony's belts and buckles grace Kai's sensitive hearing as she departs to the other side of the room towards her and Nya's facilities, the door closing quietly behind her.

Mydnyte jumps down into her basket of fluffy silver bedding positioned at the head of her owner's bed and curls up to sleep.

"The notorious display of a "cat nap" I see," I muse out loud with a smile. While Ebony is changing this may be the most opportune time to contact Kai and give him a status report. I unclip my PMS and text him a quick message.

(Her reaction to your gift is rather difficult to determine as of yet however, she is appreciative and went to change into the clothes you provided. I will message you again once I have determined her exact sentiment.)

Hopefully, Kai will be able to respond before Ebony emerges, I thought as I scan the Kunoichi quarters curiously. I have only ventured to this particular room on rare occasions and the delicate aroma of vanilla and coconut are ever convivial. Nothing much has changed from what I can see since Ebony had started to room with Nya. However, I take notice to the new furnishings on Nya's side. A Chinese vase near her white dresser brought a refreshing voguish to the room along with a few more mantles holstering samurai swords and her Bladed Gauntlets of Tempest lined her walls. Why the majority of Ebony's walls remain bare is perplexing, the only thing decorating them are her platinum weapons hanging in a crisscross over her black headboard. She had changed her plain white comforter for a dark silver one and black night stand stood on the opposite of where Mydnyte's basket lay.

A stylish chrome lamp sat atop as well as a black jewelry box with gold trim. Oh, I cannot fathom why I did not discern her black dresser against her wall near her closet.

Hm? What is that book on top I wonder…?

The familiar vibration emitting from my PMS distracts me from my observation and I answer it hastily.

Kai's reply…

(Gotcha and thanks. Things are going pretty good over here, Ayane and I are just getting all the ingredients and pots we are gonna use then we'll start Kai's Culinary School of Excellence!)

I lift an eyebrow.

More like "Mediocrity"…

(Understood, keep me informed and I shall respond in kind.)

I press the send button just as the door to the lavatory opens and Ebony steps through.

Kai's mouth goes instantly dry and fiery blood shoots to his face as well as to his nether region. My soul trembles as I force my host to swallow to obtain some moisture.

Too much…Kai's body is producing too much…heat!

The white one piece pantsuit hugged Ebony's curves perfectly and a thin stylish leather belt draped loosely around her trim waist. The suit pertained short sleeves with a low cut to bring wandering eyes to the uncovering of bosom and a black veil was tied elegantly around her shoulders, but the most significant attribute of her new outfit was the flock of ravens emerging from a swirling black mist on her left pants' leg and continuing upward towards her middle then traveling to her right shoulder.

I grip my knee tightly and concentrate on battling against Kai's instinctual body. It wishes to rise and approach Ebony, nevertheless I rail against the notion for I know if I allow it…I may not be able to stop whatever comes next.

I must remember my discipline. I may not have my elemental powers to aid me, but I do have my thoughts of Ayane. My love for her will outweigh this body's need for Ebony.

I will never betray you…moy angel.

"Kai…"

I hesitantly lift my gaze from Ebony's middle to her face causing my focus to break and my brother's body seizes the opportunity to stand.

No! Chert voz'mi ! (Damn it!)

I give my attention to the Kunoichi of Darkness as best I can while fighting for control over my host.

"You said…when you saw this you immediately thought of me? Ravens? Do you think I am a scavenger who scouts the battlefields? Feasting on spans of massacred bodies and gore, is that what I am to you? A nightmarish connotation…you…you atrocious bastard…to think that I…I…"

The unbearable heat comes to an abrupt standstill. I stare at Ebony in unadulterated anxiety as she cried silently. Her eyes narrowed at me dangerously and her teeth gnashed together while her body trembled in rage and wretchedness.

No, surely that is not what Kai meant when he chose her attire. The "Raven"…I am familiar with its symbolism and most times than not the "Raven" have been used negatively. Often depicted on battlegrounds with chiseled beaks driving coldly into the bloody mire of fallen warriors, while according to Celtic Animal Symbolism it is closely connected with battle and the Celtic Goddess, Morrigan, but…that is not the whole truth about the "Raven" and I think Kai had the bird's more higher attributes in mind.

Yes, I am sure of it.

I walk briskly over to her and grab hold of her arm roughly, in retaliation she cocks her fist and aims a powerful hook towards my unprotected face. Unfortunately for her, I am in the body of a seasoned boxer, so I allow Kai's body to react and catch her fist.

"Let go of me. You will let go of me this instant," she growled furiously as she struggled against my grip. Her tears continued to stream down her face and I could sense her mind cloud in misery.

I have to tell her.

I manage to grasp both of her wrists in my hands and use Kai's strength against hers to pin her to the wall securely.

"Listen, listen and look at me," I command in a firm cold voice. She shakes her head and keeps it lowered, so I call to her again. "Look at me."

Finally, her watering gaze locks with mine and I tell her.

"The "Raven" has two meanings the one you speak of is the more degrading of the two and the most common, so I can see the misinterpretation. However, that is not what I thought when I chose this gift for you. Listen to me closely, Shirayukihime…the "Raven" is a symbol of great intelligence and legend states that they are the ultimate of oracles. A harbinger of powerful secrets and also a messenger…don't you see? Its business is both keeping and communicating deep mysteries. You are not only my Snow White you are also my Raven and I want you to share with me your secrets…as well as keep mine."

Her eyes never wavered from mine and the tears had at last stopped flowing. I let go of her wrists gently and they fall limply to her sides.

"This is the true reason behind your present, I promise."

Her hands reach out to me and plant themselves on Kai's stomach then slowly slide up his chest as the space between us withers to nothing. She leans heavily against me and I calmly wrap my arms around her to provide her the comfort she needs.

Moments of absolute silence pass before she speaks.

"I'm…I'm speechless. How could I have been so wrong about you? You just keep astonishing me, causing me to doubt my own ability to read people properly."

Hm?

"That time on the Bounty's deck during Ayane's Trial was the starting point. When you calmed Zane after he had thought he had lost Ayane forever, your words of conviction got through to him and brought him back from the brink of despair. What's more, just now your voice carried a firm coldness to it more so than the burning passion in which you usually speak. I assume that "fire" and "ice" are closer than they let on."

A steady chuckle escapes Kai's mouth.

"Yeah, we are close…"

Too "close" as we speak…though I am grateful to you brother…

"We learn from each other, but mostly he learns from me." Well that left a horrible taste in my mouth although it had to be said.

"I'm sorry I overreacted, I should've known better than to believe you would think such things about me. I should've considered the other meaning, but I just couldn't look past the first."

She leans back and lifts a hand to caress Kai's face.

"I will cherish your gift for the remainder of my days, from the bottom of my heart…thank you, Kai. I really am beginning to like you."

The delicate touches to Kai's face feels wonderful and I realize that my brother relishes these precious moments of physical gratification from Ebony.

"Your…your welcome," I voice albeit wantonly. Her hands are starting to explore, one moved languidly down Kai's throat the other up and over his left pectoral.

My vision fades to black as his eyes close in bliss. How can…simple touches create such…pleasure?

"It's…always fascinating to watch your countenance while I do this. Your body is so susceptible to my touch."

The natural sultry pitch of Ebony's voice added by the satisfying ministrations causes Kai's body to heat up considerably.

She is moving closer to me or am I…bringing her closer? Shiva, I do not know…

"Kai…you can…if you want too."

What?!

The pleasurable haze engulfing my spirit lifts and I open my brother's eyes. Ebony's lips and mine are only inches apart, my breath intermingling with hers.

No…no…Ayane…the woman in front of me is not Ayane. It is Ebony so I mustn't…I mustn't.

I release her body and instead take her hand to lead her to her bed.

"Kai?"

"I'm sorry, Ebony. I know it was the perfect moment to, but…I want you to be the one to initiate it not me."

That sounds like a plausible excuse, correct?

She sits down first and I join her.

"Why do you feel that way?" She inquires with wonderment.

"I'm willing to take things slow for you. It's not just about what I want, it's a two-way street after all and I want to make sure that you're ready."

This is the only reason I could conjure up, please let this be acceptable.

It apparently is as a soft smile forms on her lips and she leans forward to place an earnest kiss to Kai's cheek. "I understand and thank you for being so considerate."

Sigh…I am doing quite well so far.

"So," I began pleasantly, "what exactly did you mean by "reading" people?"

This may be my chance to discover something valuable about her that I can pass on to Kai.

"Well, it's sort of a long story."

"Then let's get comfortable first," I suggest and move to the center of her bed. I lean contentedly against her headboard and await her decision to join me or not. Little time is needed before she shifts next to me and nestles herself to my side. As instructed, I wrap Kai's arm around her waist and smooth my hand over her hip and down her thigh.

This is harmless and regardless on the smoldering heat of Kai's body; Ayane will never leave the center of my soul. As long as I keep her in the forefront of my mind then I can handle anything.

"Whenever you're ready, Shirayukihime."

So, for the next hour Ebony tells me about her studies while she was at the orphanage. When she was fifteen, she began to have an interest in Human Psychology and figured it would be useful knowledge to have along with her street smarts. Her job as a courier allowed her to test theories in regards to human behavior, body language, and even analytical psychology. She dealt with a mass variety of people from mob bosses, drug lords, gang leaders, to philanthropists, celebrities, and even everyday citizens. I understand now why her knowledge is so vast and also why her personality is so inexplicable. She protected herself as well as her orphanage.

Yes, she is most definitely a special individual and I will share my findings with Kai.

"I notice you have a pretty thick book up there," I say, nodding towards her black dresser where the red book lay.

"Oh that? I'm sure you wouldn't find it very interesting," Ebony voices and snuggles closer. We are officially lying down as of now and relaxing.

"C'mon I may surprise you again, try me," I beckon and she relents with a deep breath.

"It's a book about Euclidean geometry—"

"The mathematical system attributed to the Alexandrian Greek mathematician Euclid, which he described in his textbook on geometry, the Elements, correct? Oh his work is most fascinating; you see Euclid's method consists in assuming a small set of intuitively appealing axioms, and deducing many other propositions or theorems from these. Although many of Euclid's results had been stated by earlier mathematicians, Euclid was the first to show how these propositions could fit into a comprehensive, deductive, and logical system. Is that not incredible! Anyway, the Elements begins with plane geometry, still taught in secondary school as the first axiomatic system and the first examples of formal proof. It goes on to the solid geometry of three dimensions. Much of the Elements states results of what are now called algebra and number theory, explained in geometrical language."

I remove my arm from around Ebony and sit up and she follows suit, wearing an expression of genuine shock. Nonetheless, I am too excited to take heed to this and carry on with my explanation.

"For over two thousand years, the adjective "Euclidean" was unnecessary because no other sort of geometry had been conceived. Euclid's axioms seemed so intuitively obvious with of course the possible exception of the parallel postulate that any theorem proved from them was deemed true in an absolute, often metaphysical, sense. Today, however, many other self-consistent, non-Euclidean geometries are known, the first ones having been discovered in the early nineteenth century. An implication of Einstein's theory of general relativity is that physical space itself is not Euclidean, and Euclidean space is a good approximation for it is only where the gravitational field is weak—"

"Kai?"

"Yes Ebony, what is it? Do you have a question?" I ask eagerly, but her features darken to a scowl as she gives me another scrutinizing glare.

I swallow thickly once I awaken from my euphoria. This is very bad…

Uh-oh…

"What is going on?" Ebony states lowly, "You know about Euclidean geometry?"

I was doing so well and now all of a sudden I do the one thing Kai forbid me to do…screw up. No, I can get myself out of this, although…Kai may hate me for quite some time. I have no other solution.

I bow my head in dramatic helplessness and take a deep shaky breath.

"Okay, remember when I called you my Raven, Ebony? Well…I need you to keep a secret for me," I say with the most pitiful voice I can muster and lift my gaze to hers with pleading eyes.

"Of course, Kai what is it?" She soothes and touches my arm gently.

My apologies dear brother…

"I kept this secret from everyone here even my sister because I didn't want them to think I was some sort of nerd. I love…every single form of mathematics there is. Geometry, Algebra, Calculus, you name it I know it and love it."

I run a hand through the mess of spikes for added visual effect and shake Kai's head ruefully.

"Kai, a brilliant mind is nothing to be ashamed of, but if it means that much to you then I will gladly keep your secret between us, you have my oath."

She squeezes my arm in a comforting manner and I place a grin of gratitude on my host's lips.

"Thanks, you really are my Raven," I say with a playful wink. She sends another small smile my way then looks towards the door.

"I could use a drink; shall we go to the kitchen?"

"Huh? But, aren't we supposed to not interfere with the others?"

"We won't disturb Zane and Ayane," she states while turning back to look at me. "We can just grab a drink and come back, we don't have to say anything and it won't be considered discourteous because they already know the stipulations."

Yes and also I will get a chance to see Ayane.

"Alright, let's go," I announce and we both clamber off her bed together to head for the door. Once outside we walk innocently hand-in-hand in the direction of the kitchen.

The easy silence between us allows me to reflect on this bizarre day so far. I had a fair amount of close calls to start, however now that I know I can control Kai's body with little difficulty I am positive the remainder of the day will go smoothly.

Ah, we are already here. Moy angel is just around this corn-!

Ebony and I stop transfixed at the entrance of the kitchen. Flour, eggs, and areas covered in soot were everywhere, but I could not focus on the state of the room.

No…my main focus…was on Ayane and my body imbued with Kai's spirit situated on the flour-covered floor.

Shock, anger, betrayal, and so many other pessimistic emotions bombarded my essence for my very own brother was kissing Ayane.
So sorry for falling asleep before I could post this chapter, everyone but here it is and I hoped you had a thrill with it.
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I've been behind on reading Freaky Friday, so I just got to this now. And OMG was I missing a lot XD. You never cease to amaze me with your writing talent!