Title: Nothing lasts forever

Rating: PG-13

Anime: Soul Eater

Pairing: Kid x Chrona

Disclaimer: I don't own the anime/ manga Soul Eater. All rights go to the creator, Atsushi Okubo.

Summary: After the battle with Ashura, Chrona is allowed back into Shibusen, but as we all know; happiness is a fleeting thing. Sequel to 'When one door closes, another opens'.

A/N: Just wanted to make sure that I got at least the first chapter to this up this weekend. =) For a few reasons: A) I had promised that I'd write this so I didn't want to seem like I forgot, I wanted to follow through with my word, ya know, and B) I might not be able to update for a while…you know how it is…(Sorry!) I'll probably be able to update in about two weeks during spring break though.

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The young sword technician grumbled in her sleep as the first few glimmers of sunlight spread over her still closed eyelids. She rubbed her eyes as if the action would rub off her sleepiness as well. Slowly, she rose from her bed and lurched herself onto her feet. Still half-asleep, she looked up and out her window to the cloudless morning sky. She couldn't help the small smile that played across her lips. It was as if the weather was reflecting the peace and happiness that was in her own heart; two emotions that she was still a stranger to. She was sure to savor every moment of it.

Suddenly remembering that she might be late, Chrona quickly changed into her usual black dress, combed her hair, gathered her things, and sped out of her room towards class. As she walked up the stairs, she could hear the sound of laughter and familiar voices.

"Good morning, Chrona!" Maka shouted happily as she waved. This earned the blonde a sheepish smile and giggle from the girl as she approached them. The air was so light and carefree, it was as if the whole ugly mess with Ashura, Arachne, and Medusa had never happened.

At that time, Chrona felt ashamed of herself when she saw her injured friends return from battle. She felt guilty that she hadn't also been there to aid them in the fight. She was so occupied with worry for her friends that she hadn't once thought about herself or her own future. That is, until Shinigami-sama officially announced hers and Marie-sensei's re-admission into Shibusen. When he had said that Chrona felt like crying, because she was not only being forgiven, but also given a second chance. There were still times she felt she didn't deserve it…

It had only been a few days since they began classes again. After all, moving all of Death City back to Nevada and repairing all the damages that came with making a city magically walk and fight was no easy task. But so far, everything was going rather smoothly as students, staff, and citizens alike tried to readjust to their normal schedules.

The day came and went much like any other. They talked, went to class, Stein mentally scarred some unfortunate students for life, minor chaos ensued, and before Chrona even knew it, the day was almost over. She supposed that was what the saying, "time flies when you're having fun" meant. She couldn't be sure though, she had never really had fun before she came to Shibusen.

"Want me to walk you back to your room, Chrona?" Maka offered with a warm smile, breaking the girl from her thoughts. She returned the smile, thinking about how nice Maka was to worry about her. No one had ever worried about her before…

"A-ah…that's okay." She replied softly, not wanting to bother her friend, "T-thank you…though."

"Are you certain you don't need an escort? I'd be more than happy to oblige." Death the Kid proffered, "Besides, it can be dangerous for a girl to travel alone at night."

Chrona blushed, "W-Well…I, uh…" she mumbled, nervous.

"Oh, come on, Chrona, just let him take you. It would make me feel better, too." The blonde insisted. "Please?"

Now there was absolutely no way she could refuse. Not only because her submissive nature restricted her from insisting on going alone, but also because of her inability to deny her best friend or her crush anything they wanted.

"…O-okay, then." the pinkette surrendered. Kid smiled his usual charming smile.

"So, shall we go?" he said while holding out his hand in a very princely manner. Chrona hesitantly accepted the offer despite her lack of gesticulative know-how. They both bid their goodbyes as Maka, Soul and the rest of the group saw them off, and as they watched them leave, Chrona glanced back. Maka only gave her a goofy smile in return while mouthing the words 'good luck'. The sword technician's eyes widened with confusion as she turned her head back around.

"Is it just me, or did you do that on purpose?" the blonde's weapon smirked as he approached her.

"Maaaaybe." She giggled.

"Hahahaha! Heeheeheehee!" Patty laughed along.

"Heh, nice." Liz commented, "They do make a pretty cute couple, don't they?"

"Yeah! Just like a cut little piggie!" Patty chimed in.

"I agree," Tsubaki commented with a gentle smile, "they seem happy together."

"Poor Chrona." Soul shook his head, "I guess she'll be fine, though." His meister grinned and nodded in agreement.

"Hey, we better go, or we'll get left behind." The older Thompson sister stated dryly as she pointed a thumb at Black Star, who had proceeded to run ahead of the group at a ridiculous speed, yelling something that no one could quite decipher. They both walked to join the other weapons, not even attempting to catch up with the hyperactive teen.

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"Are you sure you don't want me to walk you to your room?" Death the Kid asked again.

"Ah, y-yes…I-I can m-make it from here." Chrona replied shyly.

"Well then," Kid began as he gradually bent down just before taking her hand and placing a soft kiss on it, "I will see you tomorrow then?" he asked meeting her gaze, still holding her hand.

Chrona blushed furiously before she managed to collect herself enough to respond, which came out as only a mere "M-…Mmn."

"Well, goodnight." He said upon straightening himself as he slowly released her hand.

"G-Goodnight." She returned as they both smiled at each other when he began to slowly walk away. In all honesty, neither wanted him to leave, but it simply couldn't be helped. The girl was able to shake off the loneliness when she felt the hand Kid had held, savoring the warmth that lingered on it.

She watched him leave until she could no longer see hi back, or hear his footsteps. Then, she turned to start heading to her room, but the sight that met her eyes made her throat go dry and her heart stop.

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A/N: Wanted to try my hand at a cliff-hanger =P I already have sort of a plan for how I want this story to go, but half the time I change my mind about the plot at least ten times before I get a satisfying result. (Which is half the reason I've been taking a bit longer to update…Sorry, I'll try to be faster.)

Love you guys! =D keep on reading, there'll be romance, humor, drama, and basically anything else I can manage to scrape up.