I DO NOT OWN MOST OF THE CHARACTERS IN THIS STORY.

The Stray

Ch. 1- Washed Up

Kairi tilted her head back to look at the bright afternoon sky. It was a cloudless day and the sun seemed to sparkle off the ocean. She was, however, slightly bored. Ever since Sora and Riku returned to the Destiny Islands, nothing really interesting had taken place. She was happy for the peace, but at the same time, strangely missed the action.

"Kairi!"

The sound of Soras voice made Kairis heart leap with joy. She turned around to see the fifteen year old boy who had saved her so many times running toward her. "How are you?" He asked, coming to a stop.

"Great. Nobodys tried to kill me in weeks," Kairi laughed.

Sora smiled, then jumped at the sound of groaning. He whirled around to see a figure lying soaked on the beach. It was a boy in his late teens. He had plastered down, dirty- blond hair and bright blue eyes. He looked like he had just washed up from the ocean itself. "Hey!" Sora shouted.

The boy stirred awake as Sora and Kairi neared him. "Are you okay?" Sora asked gently.

"Wh- what happened?" The boy asked.

"I dont know. But that is not important. Lets get you inside."

Together, Sora and Kairi brought the boy into Soras room. His parents werent around, so no awkward questions were asked. Kairi left the room for a minute while the boy changed into some of Soras clothes. They were a bit small on him, but he wasnt about to be picky.

Kairi reentered the room once the all- clear was given. "So, whats your name?" She asked.

"Orzen. I was on a boat, but it sprung a big leak. Thats all I remember."

"Was there anyone with you?" Sora asked.

"Yes! My sister! I have to find her!" Orzen jumped up to leave but Sora and Kairi pushed him back down.

"Youre in no condition to go sailing off," Kairi said. "Let Sora and me find her."

Orzen hesitated, but nodded in agreement. Kairi grinned and pulled Sora out into the hall. "We need to find Riku, then we can get going," she said.

"Kairi, exactly how do you plan on going on this big search- and- rescue?" Sora asked.

Kairi grinned again. "Dont worry. I have that all figured out."