Note to Readers: First of all, there's a ToS section! I am so happy! Second of all, this is my first ToS story since I barely finished the game and all. A small tribute to my favorite pairing: Sheena/Zelos. R R love you all.

Disclaimer: I do not own Tales of Symphonia or Fire Emblem, or any other games in the world. Please do not sue me. If one day, I do own any of these games, I'll let you know. Also, I will put this in my profile, so I don't need to write this again.

There is a place you can touch a woman that will drive her crazy. Her heart.

-Anonymous

A Separate Link

Chapter I: Good-Bye?

By Rose-Wisteria (Known as Potter29vo)

Rainy days were the worst part of the season especially when you thought it was going to be a nice bright sunny day and left the village with an outfit like mines. The sunny day turned out to be the darkest day of the year, and it was already too late since I left the village and headed for Meltokio. My bare arms grew goose bumps as I held them tight to myself for warmth.

Mornings weren't the best time to visit somewhere since usually people sleep in and wake up late, but this was the reason why I decided it was the best time of day to stopover since I do not want to be disturbed. My lonely walks through the quiet roads were bringing every single memory left in my mind of Tethe'alla from touching the very walls to seeing the windows of every shop.

Despite the wet hair and clothes, I continued towards the laboratory in Meltokio. The laboratory brought many memories back to me- sadness and happiness at the same time. The laboratory was a big part in my life and also the place where Corrine was born and tested at. But seeing the laboratory brought small tears to my eyes…Corrine was gone… Little did I know, I soon found myself holding tight to Corrine's bell. Corrine…

The laboratory was within my sight, but the door was locked and I could not enter. I knew today was a bad day to come and visit since they must be busy at this time of year, especially about the Tower of Salvation collapsing and everything. But if I could not visit today, there wasn't any other day left. My village of Mizuho is leaving for Sylvarant tonight and I, as chief of Mizuho, must also leave as well.

Without any hope left, I decided it was best if I head out before more people caught me wondering around the city so early in the morning and misunderstand. I sighed as I passed the inn in which I spend a resting night a long time ago. Well, it wasn't too long…but it seemed like it since the world was now at peace and everything felt so awkward.

Looking through the windows, that night seemed like just yesterday. I quickly paid the gald for the room and went right towards the shower for a nice long bath before a good night sleep. It was the day before I was assigned to go assassinate the Chosen of the other world, Sylvarant, so I decided to have one long rest at a nice inn like this one.

Pouring the nice hot water into the bathtub, I quickly undressed and slipped into the bathtub before the surrounding, chilling air consumed my bare skin. After the warm water filled my body with life again, I carefully loosened my hair and started scrubbing my arms smoothly and slowly. Everything started to leek away gradually from my soon departure to an unknown land.
But luckily as I soon to relax, I still haven't forgotten what I was told before I left Mizuho…Never let your guard down… These words were flowing through my mind when suddenly I had a really eerie feeling that I was being watched as I threw my nearby clothes at that person as a big "What was that for?" was heard.
That voice I knew so well…too well as I swiftly grabbed a towel nearby and wrapped it around myself and headed straight for the intruder. As expected, it was that stupid Chosen. "Trying to sneak a peek at me in the shower, huh? You stupid Chosen!" I smacked him hard on the head because the anger was really building up to me.

"Wow, Sheena…how could that towel hold your body like that?" He asked carelessly as the anger reached to the top of my head now as he still stared into my eyes with no concern whatsoever. He still didn't see how close he is to death or just try not to see it.

"ZELOS, OUT!" I nearly screamed as he slowly backed away and left my clothes before walking out.

Slowly, I opened my eyes and looked away from the windows of that inn and away from that memory. Why did I think of that at a time like this? Why am I thinking of him at a time like this? I could not bear it any longer and continued on my way out of here.

But somehow, my legs wouldn't cooperate with me as I found myself walking towards the nobility part of town. The gardens were so lovely and wonderful in this area. I observed the very raindrops touching the petals of the daisies and the roses. The color of the roses…the bright clear color of red…so similar to his hair color…

Once again, I caught myself and hated myself for thinking of these things. If I am going to leave with Mizuho, why am I still lingering on with these feelings? Soon, I would be in Sylvarant and away from Tethe'alla, so I should set aside these feelings and looked forward to my new life in Sylvarant. Even though I could visit Tethe'alla any time, it would never be the same as living in it.

The rain was pouring harder and harder as I walked, without any noticed, up the grand steps. With every step I took, it was harder than the next. My direction soon turned to my right and without any doubt, I was right in front of his home. I've been there a couple of times before, but never did I feel so anxious to enter it.

Once was when Zelos, that stupid chosen and trying to be friendly and all, invited Lloyd and the rest of us to rest in his home. Resting inside the house that day, I really wanted to compliment on his home and everything. I never told him this, but how much I wished we had a decent conversation without him talking about his hunnies or my figure or anything like that.

But no…he did not give me that opportunity. Instead, he started talking first.

"Like all of these presents, Sheena? They're all from my hunnies, and from the look on your face, I know you must jealous!" I was never good at holding my temper. Everyone told me I should be more feminine, but I just couldn't.

Again, I started getting really upset. "I'm not jealous!"

And again, he was clueless at my feelings. "Oh, so you want one? Sure, I'll give you one! Anything for you, my sweet hunny."

The second time was not any better than the first, Zelos was still clueless as ever. I sat down and ate at that elegant dinner that night since we were all invited to have this feast with the king for saving his precious daughter, Hilda. But dinner was terrible. No, the food was good and everyone was happy. The fact that made me so bitter was seeing Zelos chatting with Princess Hilda. Even though I was never good at keeping my temper, I was quite an expert at keeping my feelings inside.

Why did I come back here? My mind was made up before I came to Meltokio that I came to visit the laboratory, but instead, I am here in front of his mansion. Maybe it wasn't a bad idea to say good-bye…

With all my nerves, I got my shaking hand to ring on his doorbell as one of his servants answered it. What did I expect? He wasn't going to answer the door at a time like this. The servant eyed me with a strange look and I couldn't blame him. My clothes were all wet and my hair was all messy throughout the rain.

"May I ask who you're looking for?" He asked politely, but the illness and dislike in his voice was still there.

"Zelos." I answered straightforward. I was not in the mood to have a discussion with his servants especially one that is giving me the "you-low-life" look.

"Sorry, but Master Wilder was over at the palace last night and still haven't come back yet. Maybe you should try asking for him at the palace." The answer wasn't what I was expecting to hear, but it didn't surprise me either. Of course, he would be at the palace…he was the second highest rank in the land…

"Please tell that stupid chosen that I am going to Sylvarant tonight with Mizuho and that he should not look for me or try to either. Also, tell him that I do not want to see him ever again." Every word I spoke was harsh and hurtful. My heart was aching as I turned away from the servant before he could even speak another word. My mind was fuzzy, my clothes and hair were wet, and my heart was dying a million times.

As if fate decided, I bumped into the last person I wanted to see in my whole life. He was holding an umbrella as he stared at me from top to bottom. I was expecting him to give me the same look as his servant, but I was mistaken. The look was one of concern. "Sheena, never heard of something called an umbrella?" The fact that he could still make a light remark pulled me back a little, as he walked over and shared his umbrella with me.

Ignoring his offer, I moved away from him with the redness rushing to my cheeks. His eyes studied me like always. After awhile, I finally realized that he was daydreaming…he must had a great night at the palace…with the King…with Princess Hilda. "I came to say good-bye…" The words finally slipped from me. There was no controlling what I said.

His eyes still didn't leave me and were vaguely on my face. "You're lying…"

I shook my head madly. "No, I'm not! I hope you're happy with Princess Hilda and all those other hunnies you always bragged about! Good-bye!" The ticking bomb in my bitter heart exploded on me as I ran.

I ran without looking back, the tears forming in my eyes. I knew that I had been jealous the whole time. I couldn't take it anymore and I couldn't stand the thought of seeing him ever again. He didn't even try to chase after me…he only stood there…maybe it truly was good-bye…

Ending Author Notes: That's the end of chapter one. That was short…too short…but I promise the next one would be longer! Here are some things I need to explain beforehand. This is taking place after the game ends and not during or before the game. Second of all, please do not tell me that these two couldn't be together and all that because I really love this pairing. Lastly, if you're one of the other reviewers that are really mad at me right now for not updating my fire emblem stories, please be patient. I'm sorry though! Next chapter, Sheena and her village Mizuho are leaving Tethe'alla, what will Zelos do? Find out next chapter!