A/N: Just so it's clear, this story includes VanVen, Akuroku, Soriku, and TerAqua. I thought of this randomly one night and figured I'd write it. Also, POV (Point of views) are of Ventus. Review and tell me if you liked it, please!~ Disclaimer: I do not own kingdom hearts
Monday..the cursed day of the week. I couldn't stand them, especially if it's the first day of school. First days usually meant meeting people. I shuddered just thinking about it. I don't exactly dislike people, but rather how I act around them. It's like I have to put up a front to fit in with others. My only friends, Sora and Aqua seem to get it.
My brother doesn't have to do anything or be someone he's not; he's just someone everyone likes. I don't get how he has so many friends; he's slightly rude and just says what he's thinking. I glanced over towards where he and Sora are walking and talking behind me. I sigh and turn away. If only someone could like who I really was. I grimaced as the school came into view. "Ugh, I might just vomit up my breakfast," I said, my stomach churning. Roxas smacked me in the head, making me wince. "Quit complaining. Be happy you go to school," he scolded.
I scowled; I'd broken character. Abruptly, I plastered a grin on my face and turned my head to him. "Yeah, you're right, Roxas," I said, adding a sheepish tone. My brother nodded in approval and continued his conversation with a rather amused Sora. I lost the grin as soon as I turned away. 'And so the cycle continues. I could get an Oscar for my wonderful acting skills,' I thought. I glanced at Aqua, who walked with her nose in yet another book. She was almost as good an actor as I was. "Aqua, we're at school," I muttered.
Her blue hair swung into her eyes as she looked up quickly. "Shit," she cursed, shoving the book into her bag. I felt almost sorry for her; she, too, couldn't be herself. Aqua was the type of girl who could kick your ass at video games while reading a book without a second thought. Sadly, the school society wouldn't allow it. She was forced to be a cheerleader and talk like a ditz.
I tapped my temple to gesture for her to remove her glasses. I turned as she gently placed them in their case and slapped on makeup. Sora struggled with keeping himself quiet at school; he was deemed as too annoying and had to remain silent. I knew it took a toll on my poor friend, since he talked almost nonstop out of school. The voices ceased behind me as I opened the door to the school. 'Welcome back to hell, Ven,' I thought.
I went through the day as though I were a robot. My final class, English, was my everyday. I clenched my fists tightly as I went through the door with the other students. 'Great, more boring first day speeches and getting-to-know-yous,' I thought. I instantly moved to the seat in the back near the window. It was my signature place in all my classes. Truly, the only reason I sat there was just to feel the wind on my face; the window was always open due to the constant heat. I loved the smell of the cool wind, especially after it rained.
I was reaching into my bag for my notebook for English, when I felt a pair of eyes on me. I clenched my jaw and lifted the notebook from the bag. I froze, my eyes locking onto the intense gaze of the guy a seat away. He sat in the darkest corner of the room, making his eyes glow. He looked almost exactly like Sora, only with night black hair and golden eyes. A small, barely noticeable smirk played on his lips. I gulped and shifted back into my seat, avoiding looking at him.
I could still feel his burning gaze on me. I nearly collapsed in relief when my friends sat down next to me and behind me. "Oh, thank goodness, you're both in a class of mine. I thought I was going to strangle someone," Aqua whispered softly from behind me. I grinned slightly and spared a small glance towards the guy. He'd looked away and was currently being bullied. "Gonna cut your wrists again, dicktits?" taunted a boy with a beanie. I recognized him to be Seifer, the school's biggest douchepants. I felt anger fill me as no one stood up to defend the guy with the golden eyes.
I was just moving to rise from my seat when the guy opened his eyes. He looked up at Seifer and his eyes flashed. "I suggest you shut up before I silence you myself," he warned, his voice deep and dangerous. I watched as Seifer cocked an eyebrow. "I'm going to pretend I didn't hear that, fuckstick," he said, giving him the finger. He turned and went to his seat.
The guy with the golden eyes closed his eyes and pulled his sleeves down to cover his arms. I looked away quickly as he glanced at me. "Shut up, you idiots!" our teacher said, leaning forward on his desk. I turned my attention to the man standing at the front of the room. His hair was bright pink and flowers decorated his desktop. Harsh laughter was abruptly silenced as the teacher's demeanor changed. His eyes darkened and a furious snarl curled on his lips. "SILENCE!" he roared.
The entire class hushed. The teacher regarded the class coolly. "My name is Mr. Marluxia, and I don't take shit from my students, understand?" he said. As one, the class nodded. He nodded sharply and turned on his heel to the board. I could already feel my eyes begin to droop. "Boring you, am I, Mr. Strife?" Mr. Marluxia said without turning away from the board. I sat up straight, in surprise. "N-no, sir," I stammered. I blushed in embarrassment as the class snickered.
"Alright, dipshits, your first assignment is a twelve page essay on the person I assign you with," Mr. Marluxia snapped, turning briskly to face us. I joined the class in the large groan. "Shut up, deal with it. Now then, here are the partners," he said, slipping on reading glasses as he peered onto a clipboard. I couldn't resist rolling my eyes, though I made sure no one was looking. The list went on and on. Aqua was paired with a muscly guy with brown hair that stuck up in the back while Sora was paired with a silver haired guy with bluish green eyes. I glanced at Roxas's partner, Axel. He was the tallest guy in the class, with spiky red hair and tattooed upside down teardrops under his eyes. He seemed delighted to be paired with my brother. Roxas, on the other hand, looked like a deer in headlights.
I snickered to myself and looked out the window as the wind blew softly. "Ventus and Vanitas," Mr. Marluxia continued, his eyes scanning the clipboard. I furrowed my eyebrows in confusion; I didn't know who Vanitas was. I was about to ask when Seifer laughed harshly. "You got paired with the cute one, cuntsicle," he jeered towards the back of the room. I barely acknowledged that he'd called me cute; I was too busy looking at the guy with the golden eyes. He didn't seem to notice Seifer; his eyes were on mine. I gave a little half smile and turned away, my head swimming. 'So..I'm paired up with that guy. Vanitas, huh?' I thought.
The day was calm after that. Mr. Marluxia explained that you were to get to know your partner and write down everything you learned in a twelve page essay, front and back. You were responsible for getting the project done, along with other assigned work, by the end of the year. I chewed the end of my pencil nervously. The bell rang and I let out the breath I'd been holding. "Ven, we were thinking we could split up with our partners this afternoon. What do you think?" Aqua asked suddenly appearing in front of me. I blinked several times, not focused. Before I could respond, she waved our partners over.
I felt as though my heart were about to burst out of my chest as Vanitas walked over, cautiously, with the other two guys. She explained the plan to the others but I was engulfed in my thoughts. "Sound good, Ven?" she said, her voice high and stupid sounding. I shook myself and nodded. Aqua smiled and ruffled my hair. I frowned and lightly smacked her hand away. "Well, let's go. See you later, Ven," she said, walking away with her partner.
Sora waved at me then went with his partner shyly. I gulped and stood shakily. "U-um, Vanitas, right?" I asked as he walked beside me on our way out the door. He looked at me and nodded. I bit my lip and looked down at my feet. He was silent as he walked with me. "Sorry that you're paired up with me," I blurted. Vanitas blinked and tilted his head, a confused look on his face. "Why are you saying sorry?" he asked. I felt a shiver run down my spine. "Well, I-I'm not good at getting to know people. I just...people just don't like me," I said.
Vanitas frowned and looked straight ahead. "We're both screwed then. People don't like me either," he said. I smiled slightly then laughed. Vanitas shot a look towards me and raised a pierced eyebrow. "What's funny?" he asked. I shrugged and glanced up at him. "Good thing we're partners, huh?" I said. He was confused for a moment then smiled slightly. I felt my foot tangle with my other one and fell forward. I felt his hand grip my elbow and I stumbled back into a walk.
"Eh heh heh, well that is one thing to write down about me. I'm super clumsy," I said, laughing in nervous embarrassment. Vanitas chuckled slightly, his hand sliding from my arm. I realized that we were already out of the school and were nearing my house. "Oh, finally, I'm away from that hellhole," I muttered. Vanitas laughed, the sound making me jump in surprise. "Uh, sorry. It's just that what you said was funny," he said, ducking his head in shame. I nudged him and he looked up at me in shock. "Hey, you can laugh all you want to. We're out of school, so you can be Batman for all I care. Act however you want," I said, my giddiness at being able to be myself making me bold.
Vanitas laughed again and took a cigarette from his pocket. I eyed it and smiled. He bit his lip and looked away. "You don't mind, do you? I usually have one after school, to calm the nerves, you know?" he explained. I shrugged and glanced up at the sky. I felt the sun warm my face and I closed my eyes. I sighed as the wind blew against my hair. I inhaled the scent of cigarette smoke and felt as though the smell embraced my soul.
"So, how do you want to do this?" I asked, looking over at Vanitas. The cigarette between his teeth, Vanitas had his arms behind his head and was walking casually. He took a long drag and blew the smoke out from his nose. I grinned genuinely and he glanced at me. "Do what?" he asked. I stopped at my house and immediately bit my lip hard. "Um the whole project thing," I said, my eyes fixated on the front door.
Vanitas followed my eyes and shrugged. "Uh, we can chill at your house today then you can come over to mine tomorrow," he said. I nodded and walked breathlessly to the door. I had just placed my hand over the knob when the door swung open. My blood chilled and I stared up at the cold figure standing in front of me. "You're late," my father said.
A/N: So, did you like it? Love it? Hate it? I am writing chapter two in case you all want it. Review, review everyone. Please? =3=s