Trust is a factor

Part 1

You kept running until you caught up with someone. That someone being Gamecrazed. Once you saw him in sight, you began to slow down. Well tried. Stopping yourself, you almost fall forward, but catch your balance. Letting out a sigh, you walk towards GC.

"Hey.. GC?"

The purple shadowed avatar looks back at you. "Yes?"

You had a slight guilty look on your face. Before you could speak, Gamecrazed had already figured something was bothering you.

"What's wrong?" He said as he turned to face you. It was time to explain why you've been acting so weird after the Gemini Tournament. Especially when you were around Kirbopher. Letting out a sigh, you look away from Gamecrazed. It was time to admit that you knew something that you weren't supposed to know.

"I....know something that I shouldn't. Something that only you were supposed to know." Looking back at GC, you felt as if he already knew what you were admitting. But he wanted to be sure. He kept looking at you, as if saying 'Go on'. You close your eyes. "It's about Kirb. And...Zetto as well. I-"

"You know the connection between the two."

Your eyes widened. Not only did he know what you were going to say, but he said it so calm.

You nod, still looking surprised.

"How long have you known?"

You think for a second.

"For a while now."

He closed his eyes. "What gave it off?"

This part. You knew this question would come around. You collect your thoughts, and answer the best you can.

"At first I was doubtful. Seeing how they never were around at the same time. But when he logged off, I started to question it. Especially with the stuff before the tournament. How he was acting...different. And what really confirmed my suspicions...was when he literally went against Kizuna and Zetto alone. He didn't ask for any help. He was perfectly calm. Then...when he just stood there...and Zetto didn't hesitate to attack Kirb, and Kirb didn't even defend or try to dodge. That's when I finally knew I was right.."

GC opened his eyes. "And I'm also guessing the things Zetto said to Nylocke?"

"It surprised me. It just kinda surprised me. And Nylocke wasn't even phased! But I could tell he went out of character for a moment which kinda scared me....I didn't think Zetto..well, in other words Kirb, would flip out on him like that.."

"He has nothing against him. You should know that."

"I know..I'm just glad things are ok now. Hopefully."

"You know only me and you-"

"And possibly Nylocke."

"Possibly. But no one else knows. And we have to keep it that way."

You then see Gamecrazed look a bit surprised. And it looked like he saw someone. Right behind you. Taking the chance, and trying to not let the huge amount of nervousness and worry take over, you quickly turn to face the person behind you.

Kirbopher. And he didn't look happy either. He looked a bit mad, a slight glare. But more than that. He looked hurt. You gulp, finally thinking of what to say.

"H...How long have you been...there?"

"Long enough to see that I can't trust anyone." He sounded calm. Like he usually does when something is serious. But the hurt in his tone could be heard. Before you could say anything, he began to walk off, without saying another word.

You realize he was there as soon as GC said that her and Nylocke had now known the connection of Zetto and Kirbopher. "Kirb! Wait!" Calling out to him didn't work. He didn't even stop to look at you. The imp kept walking until his was out of sight. Guilt and sadness hit you.

You felt the urge to just log out, take off the helmet, and lay down wondering if you did something really wrong and if Kirb would even talk to you anymore.

"Go after him." Gamecrazed sounded a bit worried. You could tell he felt bad as well. With a quick nod, you run off after Kirbopher.