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Published: 2012-01-11 22:11:30 +0000 UTC; Views: 47625; Favourites: 1846; Downloads: 387
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Description Don’t keep me waiting any longer
This mystery around you, I want it gone.
Starving for everything you deprive
The words you don’t say make me your pawn.
My skin is on fire, I swear you’ll be my death
I wanna hear your voice
When I steal your one last breath.

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When Saix hangs up with an aloof farewell that afternoon, Axel feels his blood bubbling beneath his skin, and he hurls his cellphone straight into the hotel wall. The device shatters and leaves a large dent in the abused surface, but neither Demyx nor Xigbar dares to speak up about it—not when Axel is in one of his fits of anger. Axel storms out of the room without another word, leaving his bassist stuttering, attempting to calm the frightened housekeeper who was waiting by the door for someone to receive the freshly washed towels held in her clenched hands. Axel doesn’t return to the hotel that night.

It doesn’t take more than three hours for Saix’s departure to reach the hands of tabloids and paparazzi, stirring up stories and rumors about the possible disbandment of the rock band, All The Things Forgotten. Two cancelled concerts, four dry months, and a new cellphone later, Axel keeps his temper subdued enough again to open up auditions in hopes of finding a guitarist to fill the void in his band. A hotel venue is booked, and by the early morning hours of audition day, the entire hotel lobby is jammed shoulder to shoulder with hopefuls.

The hours trickle by, and one by one each musician performs before the red-haired star and his crew. Some come with real talent, earning enough of Axel’s approval for those select few to jam alongside the band for a minute or two. Most, however, disappoint, and even a handful infuriate. One person admitted the only reason she was there was to get Demyx’s autograph. Another even dared to admit he didn’t know any of the band’s songs, but swore his original composition would make up for it. It didn’t.

By the time evening rolls around, Axel finds his patience waning. He throws more than a dozen musicians out of the hall just five seconds into their performance. After another mediocre performance, he moans for the next one to come in. The assistant opens the door and Axel watches tiredly as a young male enters, a guitar slung across his shoulders. The kid doesn’t even utter a greeting when he steps into the spotlight. Axel takes a quick one-over, and sucks in an exasperated breath. The boy hardly gives off the attitude of a star, and even less so in his way of dress. A mundane sweatshirt and a washed out pair of jeans—nothing extraordinary at all. However, Axel notices the striking blue hue of his eyes and how excited they looked, despite the newcomer’s seemingly half-hearted stance. His attention falls on the white surgical mask strapped to his face, and frowns in anticipation of how much talent this kid has. He gives a side-long glance to his band, and they offer him nothing more than a shrug of their shoulders.

Before the blond can utter a sound, Axel interrupts him, asking, “What’s with the mask, kid?”

The boy clears his throat, croaking “My name is Roxas,” and Axel is surprised to learn the boy is completely sick with a cough and fever, yet still made the trip down to the hotel to wait his turn. He looks up from the mask and their eyes lock momentarily. The light above the boy makes his eyes shine, but the glisten is lost when Roxas looks away, shifting uncomfortably as he waits for Axel’s permission. Axel bites his lip, and gives the boy a chance.

Roxas starts off slow, matching the rhythm of one of Axel’s songs, before changing into a commanding tempo. His body rocks to the beat, eyes falling closed as his fingers move flawlessly across the taut strings of his guitar. Axel uncrosses his arms, unaware he has leaned forward on his seat as the sound of the boy’s playing infects his entire body. The guitar is a part of Roxas, and without saying much at all, the blond reveals to the band the amount of ambition he holds.

Axel waits until Roxas finishes the chorus before interrupting him. He gets up from his seat, looping into his guitar strap and takes a stand next to the boy, waiting for Demyx and Xigbar to take their place at their instruments. To Axel’s surprise, Roxas flawlessly plays into the solo passage Saix once had, completely transforming it into his own with a few added riffs and improvisations. Axel swears he could feel every strum of Roxas’ guitar in his chest. His skin prickles in goosebumps.

When the song ends, Roxas stands quietly, waiting for judgment. Axel, on the other hand, has other ideas. He tells the blond to take off his mask. Demyx smiles eagerly, and Xigbar leans over his drums, smirking.

Roxas looks up at them, hesitating, but eventually relents and pulls down the mask. Axel’s eyes light up, and Demyx can’t hold back his glee. The boy is beautiful, even with his mouth pulled into a confused frown. The lead singer suddenly be becomes aware to the tattoos on Roxas’ arms now with his sleeves hiked up, and the hidden glistens of silver running up the curve of his ears beneath strands of his blond hair. Roxas has more to him than he lets on, Axel realizes, and it’s more intriguing than anything else.

Before he lets Roxas leave the hall, Axel asks about the message inked into his arm. Roxas looks down at his forearm, and Axel sees Roxas smiling with his eyes.

“It means, if you have a dream, don’t wait. Act.”

--
Si tu as un rêve, n'attends pas. Agis.
Read the rest of the drabble on my tumblr [link] XD

MURRRRRRRRR A SEXY AKUROKU COMMISSION FOR THE DARLING !! SHE REQUESTED TATS, PIERCINGS/GAUGES, AND GUITARS. AND HER PROMPT GRABBED ME SOMEWHERE INAPPROPRIATE AND THIS HAPPENED

I HOPE YOU LIKE IT, SWEETPEA *3* THANK YOU SO MUCH <3333

THOSE RANDOM LYRICS BELONG TO ME. NO, I DON'T HAVE A TUNE TO GO WITH IT.


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Comments: 229

anacara-knight [2014-05-19 15:16:58 +0000 UTC]

This...art is incredible. The tats, holy shit...This is amazing

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BatPhace [2013-07-16 06:48:07 +0000 UTC]

Have I really never seen this before??? seems stupid that I haven't. The story blurb that goes along with it (read the whole thing on tumblr) is hot as hell too, perfect for the art. UNGH!!!

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ulquiorracoyle [2013-07-02 16:34:09 +0000 UTC]

This piece of art is nothing short of perfect!
The brilliant details in everything is just breathtaking!
If these guys were a real band I'd be at all of their concerts without fail!
You have brought these two up to a whole new level of sexy and gorgeous.

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Nijuuni In reply to ulquiorracoyle [2013-07-08 04:03:27 +0000 UTC]

thank you so much aoeifjwoiejg <33 omg i'm not a concert go-er but if, you know, THEY WERE UP THERE DOING THEIR STUFF YEAH I'D SCRATCH AND PUNCH TO BE FIRST IN LINE LMFAO

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ulquiorracoyle In reply to Nijuuni [2013-08-30 15:18:45 +0000 UTC]

OMFG!

I'd be there right beside you!!!!!!!

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Shadowstalker1423 [2013-05-09 17:06:56 +0000 UTC]

I honestly think my favorite part about this picture is the tattoos on Axel's arm. o_o they are so intricate and amazing. <3

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Wolvengra [2013-02-23 04:23:52 +0000 UTC]

I want Axel's tattoo... XD

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aoifasd [2013-01-25 15:53:45 +0000 UTC]

Makes me think of my own fan story...
which isnt finished yet! O.o
Indeed, Axel makes for excellent rock star material.

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LunarRibbon [2012-10-31 02:41:46 +0000 UTC]

I don't even know who or where these characters come from, but this picture is smexilicious~

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LotusLOVE65 [2012-08-12 03:32:53 +0000 UTC]

SO SEXY!

Aslkrjjfofijfdkdaarjfaljdjaejjdfahdfald! Axel's tattoo is amazing, I want it!

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i-am-tsukiko [2012-07-23 19:41:16 +0000 UTC]

That tattoo is amazing >3<

And OMG I read the description~ epic X3

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KashTheKat [2012-07-20 01:54:47 +0000 UTC]

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BlackKingofNight [2012-06-25 20:23:39 +0000 UTC]

I think it was good but the plug doesn't seem Roxas' style.

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IvoryLilith [2012-06-01 02:51:40 +0000 UTC]

This mixes several of my loves and that makes me very happy. Amazingly done!

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XIIIAkuRokuXIII [2012-03-28 22:40:41 +0000 UTC]

I love this so much, that's why me and my Axel are doing a cosplay version of this!

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Nijuuni In reply to XIIIAkuRokuXIII [2012-04-15 22:42:45 +0000 UTC]

OAIWEJFOAIWEJGEW REALLY QwQ?! AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH IF YOU MAKE IT HAPPEN, I WANNA SEE IT AOIWEJFOAWIEJGWEG

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XIIIAkuRokuXIII In reply to Nijuuni [2012-04-15 23:13:53 +0000 UTC]

I'll definitely keep you posted!

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molimosu [2012-03-28 22:03:56 +0000 UTC]

Those tattoos are a-fucking-mazing. x_x;

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biggestzeldafan [2012-03-25 11:34:27 +0000 UTC]

Pleeeease please please do axel;s tattoos, i'll be moving accounts so i'll give you my 20 points (lol yeah dat's all i have i'm lame xd) but srsl pleeease

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redredmoon [2012-03-10 23:14:34 +0000 UTC]

i love u xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx AND AXELS TATTS ARE FUCKIN AWESOME

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QuiteRomantic [2012-02-20 23:35:43 +0000 UTC]

I think I died and went to heaven yep.

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Khluver4eva1 [2012-02-18 17:28:29 +0000 UTC]

......oh...god.....agh...
I JUST SPAZZAMED IN MY LOCAL LIBRARY.
THANK YOU.

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oblivionfrost [2012-02-12 03:03:09 +0000 UTC]

It's his skinny jeans isn't it?

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painofaninnocent [2012-02-10 04:27:14 +0000 UTC]

AXEL WITH GUAGES. OMQ. UNF. SO UNF. THIS WHOLE THING. MY OVARIES. I NEED NEW PANTS. I HAVE NEVER BEEN SO SEXUALLY ATTRACTED TO MY COMPUTER SCREEN. WHY DO YOU DO THIS TO ME, ERIN? OOPS, THERE GOES MY PANTS.

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Kimmy-of-the-Darkk [2012-02-06 06:49:42 +0000 UTC]

Oh Gods. Oh sweet, sweet gods. You, are epic.

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Silver-Hourglass [2012-01-31 22:04:03 +0000 UTC]

Oh sweet Fakking Jesus. Thats amazing.

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OrangeCoffin [2012-01-30 03:09:43 +0000 UTC]

Wow, I just love their outifts. And all the details

I was wondering... Do you have the design for Roxas' other tattoo?

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DevilTeivel [2012-01-30 03:08:24 +0000 UTC]

I LOVE Axel's tattoo! Its so cool!

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LonewolfD [2012-01-29 13:36:43 +0000 UTC]

Can I get the tattoo design on Axel's arm?

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SwivelSwivel [2012-01-28 22:54:40 +0000 UTC]

Marry me yeah?! <3 fantasticcccccccccccc

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aniven [2012-01-28 01:05:05 +0000 UTC]

fav couple ever that awsome

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ReiRavenscar [2012-01-27 21:45:28 +0000 UTC]

AMAZING!!!!! Favorite couple ever!

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Cathey18 [2012-01-27 21:20:16 +0000 UTC]

stunning...

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owlpostagain [2012-01-24 16:26:36 +0000 UTC]

I really can't stop looking at this. sometimes I just sit for minutes on end staring at it. dear god.

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michele-bellx [2012-01-24 02:58:54 +0000 UTC]

-jaw drops-

Axel would so be an 80's punk rocker. What does the tat on Roxas' arm say? Unf, flawless, Erin!

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Nijuuni In reply to michele-bellx [2012-01-24 20:53:47 +0000 UTC]

it says "if you have a dream, don't wait."

BABY I MISS YOU. DID YOU GET MY EMAIL :C? AM I ALLOWED TO TEXT YOU, NOW THAT YOU'RE LIKE, AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD ;_;??

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michele-bellx In reply to Nijuuni [2012-01-26 07:24:57 +0000 UTC]

you sent me an email? I missed it D: -goes and finds it- I WILL RESPOND! <3

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xxpurpleheartxx [2012-01-21 05:24:48 +0000 UTC]

I think I just died from awsomeness!~

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blackcat-girl [2012-01-19 00:48:05 +0000 UTC]

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAND THIS IS WHY YOU'RE STILL ONE OF MY FAVORITE ARTISTS IN THE WORLD. OUO

This is just absolutely gorgeous.
Also need to apologize to my Zexion as I may have deafened her when I saw this >3>

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Nijuuni In reply to blackcat-girl [2012-01-20 06:36:01 +0000 UTC]

YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY !

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Xerxies19 [2012-01-19 00:43:00 +0000 UTC]

I've just gotta say, your artistic vision makes me inappropriately happy every time you make an image. Hnnng. Also secretly, besides the hot sexiness present everywhere in this fic, I TOTALLY LOVE THE REFLECTIONS FROM THE SEQUINED/SPARKLY MICROPHONE ON ROXAS'S SHIRT. WEIRD DETAIL TO FIXATE ON BUT I LOVE THAT IT'S THERE.

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Nijuuni In reply to Xerxies19 [2012-01-20 06:35:43 +0000 UTC]

LMFAO "inappropriately happy," i like that phrase !

LOLOLOL I'M GLAD YOU LIKE THE SEQUINY REFLECTION STUFF XDDD

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Xerxies19 In reply to Nijuuni [2012-01-20 13:30:42 +0000 UTC]

Is true. /totally drools over all of them like a dog

I DO. I LOVE THE DETAIL YOU PUT IN YOUR WORK IT'S PRETTY CRAZY.

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Mizu-Hoseki [2012-01-18 06:48:02 +0000 UTC]

-stares-
I love your work with these guys!!! the pictures are amazing and the stories you make with them are beyond wonderful!!
wish I could see what the full tattoos looked like
-signs-

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Lawliet7375 [2012-01-17 23:08:18 +0000 UTC]

LSDNFONSDOFNOSZNFGODNG
GAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHH
WHAT CAN I SAY??!!!
ABSOLUTELY NOTHING!!!! OASdasdadnasd
THIS IS FRIGGIN AWESOME AND I CAN DO NOTHING BUT DROOL ABOUT IT.

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xXrSoOxRaAsXx [2012-01-16 01:06:22 +0000 UTC]

O-oh.

It's beautiful. ;A;

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misspenguin4 [2012-01-15 23:45:45 +0000 UTC]

absolutely wonderful!

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gretagreatart [2012-01-15 13:23:57 +0000 UTC]

this is a fantastic drawing!! yes

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sora1589 [2012-01-15 08:37:21 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for gracing the internet with yet another awesome moment of AkuRoku. The art's fantastic, especially Roxas' shirt

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BlackHuntersMoon [2012-01-15 02:02:02 +0000 UTC]

The tattoos on both of them look amazing. I really like Axels upper sleeve ya got going on.

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