Disclaimer: I dont own FF8 or any of the characters and relating storyline, yatta yatta. I only own this story, which Im pretty sure isnt worth sueing me about *grin*
Authors Note: Is this original? Hmm Im not sure. But I think I might be able to actually make it sound interesting.. (wow I have so much faith in myself!) Well with writers like Kate and Darren around I feel so small *chuckle* well anywayz read on and review! Thanks! Oh and you'll understand the title after a couple of chapters too. :P
"Understanding."
"Im... all alone. But... I'll be okay... I'll be okay on my own, sis."
Squall trudged wearily through the piles of clothing on his floor and sat on his bed, aware of the creaking of his maltreated bones and the blood that was still seeping from the wound in his leg.
How I managed this, I'll never know. Sure did make a mess of myself.
He had been hired out to the goverment of Esthar on some fool idea of Cids, claiming that President Laguna was having a parade and had suspicions that some rebels were planning on rioting and disrupting the parade in any way they could, and needed an experienced fighter from SeeD to come and overlook the parade to keep the peace. And so of course Cid had assigned him to the mission, trying to allow Squall to spend "quality" time with the man who had become his father not more than two months ago.
And of course everyone agreed that I should come alone. "Hey dont worry about it. You should be happy to be goin there... I heard there's some pretty hot babes in Esthar.."
Although Squall hadnt really been paying attention to Irvine's remark, it was rather comical to watch Selphie punch him in the stomach and then chase him down the hallway while Irvine tried to explain that Selphie would always be his "number 1. babe next to Quistis" which had gotten a laugh out of everyone, although everyone (due to the gossiping of the group known as "Treppies") knew that Quistis was dating Siefer, although she tried to hide it from everyone, claiming that as an instructor she shouldnt show anyone her "social" side and always act accordingly around the students. Everyone had laughed at that one, too.
And of course, there ended up really being rebels at the parade, and now this... Squall pointedly cast curaga on himself, then stood up and stretched slowly, rubbing his still aching leg.
Man.. I cant wait until I get back to Garden...
Suddenly the whole room shook, knocking Squall onto his bed. He stood up, immediately alert and grabbed his gunblade, then ran out into hallway. He had gotten halfway down the hall at a dead run before it shook again, large chunks of rock coming loose from the ceiling.
What the hell is going on? A terrorist attack? Monsters?
Squall thought frantically as he ran, heading towards the entrance of the palace. Reaching the lift center her found his answer. A massive monster that he had never seen before was tearing the palace apart with massive claws, ripping apart the walls and tossing them like peices of cardboard to the ground. Already one wing of the palace had been destroyed, and people ran about screaming while a troop of elite guard unloaded their guns into the monster, although it had no effect.
Squall caught sight of Laguna and ran over to him, where he was loading his gun, and couldnt help but to grin to see Kiros sharpening his katana, his ceremonial battal braids trailing down his back.
"What is that thing?' Squall asked as he came to a stop before his father. Laguna looked up, surprised at first, then looked relieved and pulled Squall into a hug before he could realize what was going on.
"Im so glad you're allright. This thing took us all by surprise... damn thing already took down half the palace.. no ones hurt yet though." He finished loading his gun, and turned slightly to address both Squall and Kiros.
"Ready to beat the crap out of this thing?" Laguna asked. Squall sighed, then nodded, and Kiros nodded solemnly. They advanced towards the creature from behind, and Laguna let loose a couple of bullets into its back to get its attention. It turned towards them and spread its wings, standing at its full height and showing its face to all.
"What the..?" Squall said incredulously as recognition dawned on Laguna's face.
"Griever..."
Authors Note: Is this original? Hmm Im not sure. But I think I might be able to actually make it sound interesting.. (wow I have so much faith in myself!) Well with writers like Kate and Darren around I feel so small *chuckle* well anywayz read on and review! Thanks! Oh and you'll understand the title after a couple of chapters too. :P
"Understanding."
"Im... all alone. But... I'll be okay... I'll be okay on my own, sis."
Squall trudged wearily through the piles of clothing on his floor and sat on his bed, aware of the creaking of his maltreated bones and the blood that was still seeping from the wound in his leg.
How I managed this, I'll never know. Sure did make a mess of myself.
He had been hired out to the goverment of Esthar on some fool idea of Cids, claiming that President Laguna was having a parade and had suspicions that some rebels were planning on rioting and disrupting the parade in any way they could, and needed an experienced fighter from SeeD to come and overlook the parade to keep the peace. And so of course Cid had assigned him to the mission, trying to allow Squall to spend "quality" time with the man who had become his father not more than two months ago.
And of course everyone agreed that I should come alone. "Hey dont worry about it. You should be happy to be goin there... I heard there's some pretty hot babes in Esthar.."
Although Squall hadnt really been paying attention to Irvine's remark, it was rather comical to watch Selphie punch him in the stomach and then chase him down the hallway while Irvine tried to explain that Selphie would always be his "number 1. babe next to Quistis" which had gotten a laugh out of everyone, although everyone (due to the gossiping of the group known as "Treppies") knew that Quistis was dating Siefer, although she tried to hide it from everyone, claiming that as an instructor she shouldnt show anyone her "social" side and always act accordingly around the students. Everyone had laughed at that one, too.
And of course, there ended up really being rebels at the parade, and now this... Squall pointedly cast curaga on himself, then stood up and stretched slowly, rubbing his still aching leg.
Man.. I cant wait until I get back to Garden...
Suddenly the whole room shook, knocking Squall onto his bed. He stood up, immediately alert and grabbed his gunblade, then ran out into hallway. He had gotten halfway down the hall at a dead run before it shook again, large chunks of rock coming loose from the ceiling.
What the hell is going on? A terrorist attack? Monsters?
Squall thought frantically as he ran, heading towards the entrance of the palace. Reaching the lift center her found his answer. A massive monster that he had never seen before was tearing the palace apart with massive claws, ripping apart the walls and tossing them like peices of cardboard to the ground. Already one wing of the palace had been destroyed, and people ran about screaming while a troop of elite guard unloaded their guns into the monster, although it had no effect.
Squall caught sight of Laguna and ran over to him, where he was loading his gun, and couldnt help but to grin to see Kiros sharpening his katana, his ceremonial battal braids trailing down his back.
"What is that thing?' Squall asked as he came to a stop before his father. Laguna looked up, surprised at first, then looked relieved and pulled Squall into a hug before he could realize what was going on.
"Im so glad you're allright. This thing took us all by surprise... damn thing already took down half the palace.. no ones hurt yet though." He finished loading his gun, and turned slightly to address both Squall and Kiros.
"Ready to beat the crap out of this thing?" Laguna asked. Squall sighed, then nodded, and Kiros nodded solemnly. They advanced towards the creature from behind, and Laguna let loose a couple of bullets into its back to get its attention. It turned towards them and spread its wings, standing at its full height and showing its face to all.
"What the..?" Squall said incredulously as recognition dawned on Laguna's face.
"Griever..."