So this is my first fanfic here on and its a Elise/Eddie from SSX Tricky. I know they're a rather unrealistic couple with the age and all, but I like them as a couple because of how different they are. There are 3 more chapters in this, and I've already written them but they need further editing. Reviews are greatly welcomed, and enjoy!

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Ch. 1 Black and White

Though it was the middle of June, there were still snow storms making frequent visits to Garibladi. Black storm clouds had just started to roll in, casting a dark shadow over the mountain and signifying the start of a blizzard. The blackness of the clouds clashed with the white of the snow, giving the slopes the look of an old postcard. Many of the SSX boarders had been told about the oncoming storm and had decided to stay warm inside the lodge, so the overall volume inside was louder than usual. Everyone seemed to be talking with friends and foes alike about up-coming races, past wins and loses, and wipeouts that couldn't help but bring smiles to the faces of the listeners. Everyone was enjoying the warmth and cheer that the lodge had to offer, all except one. Elise Riggs had separated herself from the gaggle and was now curled up in an armchair, looking out at the snow that was starting to fall, some of the flakes even resting themselves against the glass. Elise had the overall look of someone who had a lot on her mind, although it was really only one person on her mind at the moment.

I can't believe he's not coming back . . .

The din of the lodge grew louder and louder as more people started to come in from the cold, but Elise hardly noticed. Nothing it seemed could take Elise out of her trance. She just kept on staring outside and letting her thoughts get the best of her.

I can't believe he's not coming back here next year . . .

Eddie Wachowski, Elise's closest friend on the circuit, and informed her the night before in his room that he was thinking of not returning to the SSX tour next year and instead enrolling in college to study software programming. Elise had taken the news by punching Eddie in the arm, calling him an asshole, and slamming the door on him as she stormed back to her room.

That jerk. Doesn't he know that I'll be losing a good ally, and then who am I going to ride tag team with?

Elise knew it was more than that though. Sure she was sad that she would be losing a riding partner, but first and foremost she would be losing a good friend. The two of them didn't start off as friends though. Elise reflected on that when she first met Eddie she thought that he was an immature goofball, while Eddie saw her as nothing more than a fake. It wasn't until the two started to talk that they realized they had the wrong impression of each other. Ever since then they had become close and shared almost anything with each other: crushes, embarrassing stories, their hate of Marisol, and so on. Now that Eddie would be leaving Elise didn't know who else she could talk to so openly, or who could make her laugh so hard.

Maybe, do you think it's more than just friendsh—

"No!" Elise cried out loud, causing herself to be startled at the sound of her own voice. A couple of people turned away from their conversations to see what the noise was all about. Elise kept her face calm to hide her emotions and turned back to the window.

No, it's not that. It's just . . . just . . . WHY DOES HE HAVE TO LEAVE?

The Canadian found herself starting to fume, and rather than become emotional in the middle of the lodge Elise decided to retire to her room. She made her way up to the elevators and gave a few false grins to some friends as she passed by. Elise had become quite good at hiding her emotions and had mastered the false smile. She had used it many times for reporters and photographers, trying to keep her cool in front of the masses. Many times she was thankful for this skill. Elise finally made it to her room, where she took off her boots and flopped down on the bed.

She lay there for a while, her thoughts still restlessly swimming like tadpoles.

Just calm down a bit, girl. You just need to calm down.

A light bulb suddenly went on somewhere under her blonde locks, and she flung herself down on the floor and started rummaging throughout the clutter that was under her bed. Socks, magazine, chocolate bars, jackets and many other articles when flying through the air until Elsie pulled out what she was looking for: a photo album. She caressed the leather cover fondly, remembering when Eddie had given her the album for Christmas months ago.

Wow, was it really that long ago? Seems like it was just the other day.

That had been one of her happiest moments here on the SSX circuit.