Whispers of the Dawn

Author- Michiko ~~

Disclaimer- I don't own Final Fantasy VIII, and of its characters or concepts.

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AN- before we begin I would just like to give a fair warning. This contains a male/male relationship. There is no real lemon in it(yet), but I realize that some people are offended by this kind of relationship. For those of you who choose to stay ~ please continue.

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What do you think of when you hear the word love? Weddings? Roses? A special someone perhaps? The word love conjures up many thoughts and images, but for me, only one image takes precedence over the others. Only one face can bring that dreamy haze to my eyes. A wistful sigh escapes my lips as I think of him. His long, graceful body firmly muscled and untouched. Perfectly formed lips that captivate me whenever they part to speak a few words. Deep, penetrating blue eyes that could probably hold down a raging T-Rexaur with one glance. They certainly keep me mesmerized. If only I could see those same eyes filled with passion, those same lips flushed and swollen with desire. Hyne, I would give my soul for one night with him, just one night to tell him how I feel, and to prove those feelings. But, this is not to be. I am but a comrade to him. A fellow SeeD… he doesn't think of me in the way I think of him. And besides… he already has someone.

"Rinoa…" I whisper softly to my empty room. I hold no hatred for the girl. The girl who holds my desire's heart in the palm of her hand. She is sweet, innocent and beautiful. How could anyone resist her? Hell, I'd probably be after her too, if my eyes weren't constantly seeking her lover's lithe form…

The way his body tenses before a battle. The way he wields his weapon of choice, a gunblade, with deadly accuracy at any foe that dare cross his path. I can picture him so easily. His hair windblown, his expression full of purpose as he runs full force towards his next challenge. And then, when it's all over, the way he immediately returns to the calm and collected commander we've all come to know and love. Well, some of us anyway. I shake my head, I have to clear my thoughts.

"For Hyne's sake! I have to stop this!" I can feel tears burning, threatening to fall. I close my eyes tightly, forcing myself to calm down. I can't believe that I could be reduced to tears by the mere thought of him. But I want him so very badly…

"Squall…"

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AN- Sorry it's so short but, that was only the prologue. I am a little short on time right now, plus I'd like to know what you guys think before I continue. This is my first posted fanfiction (not to mention my first ever attempt at yaoi). So please, give me some feedback about my writing. Criticism is welcomed. I want to improve. Thanks for reading. J