One Journey, Two Stories
Chapter 1
Hmm, where should I start? Well I probably could at least describe what I look like, ya? Well I'm a sixteen year old girl, average height and slim, chocolate brown hair held up in a ponytail, bangs slightly covering blue eyes, my head is covered by a lavender black mage hat. Well, my attire isn't too revealing…Never liked showing much skin. It consists of a kimono tank-top with detached sleeves that rest a little below my shoulders, also a nice lavender color. The collar of the top is magenta, golden honey strips in a pattern on the bottom the rest of the top is black, red fabric around my hips, long violet pants hugging my legs nicely, and violet sandals with black socks.
Okay! Now I'll get to why I'm really here…Well, where should I start with my story? I guess I'll start where I am now…
I held my staff close, as Axel and I walked out of a black portal, into a new world. Looking around I noticed we were on a small island. Axel then muttered something.
"Sora should be here, but-"
I wasn't really paying attention—I was taking in the scenery around me. This island was a fairly nice place to relax…moving my head around, along with my body I could tell that there were inhabitants on this little island. Little huts were along the heights of the mountain of trees that covered the majority of the island. Then, I noticed a shack…it seemed to connect with a bridge to an island with a bent tree. I looked a bit closer at the strange tree as I walked towards the shack.
'I maybe seeing things, but it looks like someone is there.' I thought as I opened the door, Axel following close behind. Axel…I've only known him for a short time, but we became fast friends.
Finally, making it up the stairs and to the bridge, Axel went passed me quickly, running towards the island. Oh, eheheh…I guess I could tell you what Axel looks like, ne? Well, he's a tall male with long, flaming red, spiked hair, teal-green eyes with little black marks under them, lean of build—well, that's what I thought; he wears a black trench coat, covering him from his shoulders down. Anyway, back to the story. Suddenly I heard someone shout.
"Whoa!"
Running to the source, I found that Axel saved the victim from a nasty fall. Axel pulled the person up, revealing a young man—no older than me! I slowed my pace and hid behind the pyro, too shy to approach the boy.
"Axel's the one who saved you—got it memorized?" The pyro chuckled, tapping his right pointer finger lightly on the side of his head. The boy laughed nervously—apparently he knew Axel as well.
And then he brought his hands to the back of his chestnut-brown mop of hair, flashing a big goofy grin. Suddenly his expression changed to a look of wonder, as he spotted me. I heard Axel chuckle, his head slightly turning to look at me, amused.
'Great…he's probably gonna push me towards that cute boy…W-w-what?! Where did that come from? Oh well…might as well go with it.' And as I predicted, Axel did what I thought he'd do…push me towards the boy. I slightly stumbled, but caught my balance in time.
"Um…hi…my name's Kuri." I said blushing, trying to stay calm. "Umm…your name?" I finished, gripping my staff, trying to calm down.
The boy then had that same goofy grin planted on his face once more… 'Man, he looks so cute when he smiles…AGAIN?! Bad Kuri! You don't even know his name!' I thought, heat rising to my cheeks once more.
"Hi Kuri! My name is Sora!" He replied happily, holding out his hand.
I shaked his hand, glad to finally know his name. 'Wait…I can't be shaking hands with—the Sora?! Wielder of the Keyblade, that Sora?! So my journey is with a pyro and a naïve sixteen year old? Boy is this gonna be interesting…'
Yun-chan: Hello! I decided to put an author's note here! ((Grins)) hmm, guess I should tell you all this story…is gonna be fun… ((Giggles happily))
Riku: Oh, no…that can't be good.
Yun-chan: Why do you say that? My giggles can be a good sign too…
Riku: Yeah, for you…but…for me, I see it as a bad one.
Yun-chan: Oh, you're no fun! Maybe I should replace you with Sora? He's a lot more fun than you.
Riku: Wha?! Replace me? I thought I was your favorite?
Yun-chan: You are…along with a few others.
Riku: You're not gonna tell…are you?
Yun-chan: Nope.
Riku: Evil woman. ((Glares))
Yun-chan: On with the story!
Traveling…heh…That's what I've been doing for a while now. Oh, my name's Yun…I travel with King Mickey, since he needed help, and I knew he could help me as well. We go from town to town, in search of a boy…named Riku.
I guess I should tell you all what I look like, right? Okay, here it goes…I'm a seventeen year old girl, average height, slim; dirty blonde hair, that is always pulled back into a braid, two bangs pushed back behind my ears, and hazel eyes. Now…my attire…I have a light blue hood attached to my shirt, white short sleeves, an aqua colored fitted tank-top over my short white shirt, stopping just below my stomach; my chest covered in a black strip of fabric. Black gloves that go to my elbows, adorned my arms; a violet chocker, and a crimson ring on a black chain, adorned my neck.
Oh, I'm a skilled gunner by the way. My handguns are in separate holsters, one on my right leg, the other in the small area of my back, in case I was in a tight situation. I wear black fitted shorts, black-legging and navy knee-length boots. And I forgot what this skirt-like thing that ties around my waist; was called…it covers my left leg, and stops before my knee. It consists of blue, sky-blue, and white; strips of the colors dangle at the end of the fabric.
Okay since that's done, I'll get to the story…
The world that we travel on consists of towns and cities, some big, some small…Well, after Mickey and I checked into an inn; we search for Riku. Looking down an alley someone, caught my eye; as they passed by.
'Found ya.' I thought as I followed this person. After Mickey described this teen, I knew I found the right guy. This guy wore a black trench coat; and had shoulder length sterling silver hair. As if he felt my presence, he started to run, but I wasn't going to give up.
"Hey, wait!" I yelled, as I chased him.
'Gotcha.' I thought with a smirk, he ran into a dead end.
"Riku!" I heard Mickey yell happily. I turned around, quick enough to see Mickey pass me, run and hug the silver haired teen.
I couldn't help, but smile. It was so nice to see that worried expression, be replaced by a smile, and chuckle. Then I thought of my own friend…how I wish she was here with me. I brought my hand to my crimson ring and held it tightly. 'Why would Riku want to worry, someone who cares about him? I-I-I don't understand…jerk.' Before my mind could react, my body moved on its own. I moved towards the blind-folded teen, and slapped him hard across the face.
I couldn't really tell if I shocked him or what, because of the black blind-fold that covered his eyes. I wasn't sure if it was me or someone deep inside that yelled into Riku's face.
"Do you have any idea, how long it took to FIND YOU?!"
He stood there silent for a moment, holding his injured cheek. Then he spoke, equally mad as well.
"SO—R—RY! I had to take care of something!" He yelled, moving closer, trying to intimidate me. I sighed, and then glared, not backing down.
"That, you couldn't tell someone that cares about you?" I replied, narrowing my eyes, glaring at him. Going for my necklace, I held onto the ring; once more. "You can't do everything on your own…sometimes…you need help from the people…you cherish most."
Mickey was standing to the side, avoiding our argument. Riku stood there, probably thinking about what I said. He sighed, so he didn't?! 'Men…so stupid.' I thought with exasperation. Before I could speak, He moved closer; pulling my hood off. I gasped, startled by his actions. He placed his gloved hands on my shoulders; leaning in.
'What the heck, is…he doing?!' I thought, heat rising to my cheeks. He moved closer, and kissed me…on the cheek. It felt like time froze; too bad it only lasted a few seconds. He pulled away, and smirked; walking away.
'Why'd did he do that?' I thought, standing there, too shocked to move. Suddenly I was being pulled by Mickey; following after the blind-folded teen.
Yun-chan: Yay! Here's where I get to ramble on about nothing, involving the story!
Riku: Didn't we just have an author's note…five pages ago?
Yun-chan: Yeah…your point?
Riku: I don't think the readers want to hear you ramble…right?
Yun-chan: Maybe…but, then I can spazz about how I like my story to them! And if they don't like it, then well…
Riku: Just continue please…
I woke early, so I could start this blasted journey, hoping to find my friend along the way.
Stepping outside to calm my nerves, I thought about the situation I was in.
'So I have to travel with Riku, and Mickey…wait…he's a king, isn't he? Oh man—please don't tell me he's gonna leave from time to time and leave me…alone…with Riku.' I sighed heavily, thinking on that issue.
Did fate hate me? From the looks of it, fate wanted me to suffer. 'Urge, why I'm I stuck with a guy who can't control his hormones, and a king; who disappears at the strangest times? Yup…fate has it in for me.' I sighed, once again at my thoughts.
I heard the footfalls of a chocobo, coming. I brought my attention to the source, and I couldn't help but smile. I ran towards the young adult who, got off the black chocobo. I threw my arms around this man, and gave him a warm hug.
"SQUALLIE!" I chirped.
"Yun—its Leon now." He sighed, returning the hug anyway.
I could feel Riku's presence behind me, and I pulled away from Leon.
"But, you'll always be Squall to me!" I replied, gleam in my hazel eyes. I looked at Riku, and it looked like he was lost in thought. 'I can't really tell if he's angry or depressed, that blasted blind-fold is in the way! Hmm, maybe I'll get a chance, to see the eyes of the wielder of darkness.' Oh, silly me! I should describe who Leon is…
Well, he's tall, lean build, mid-neck length chestnut hair, ocean-blue eyes, and a scar going from his left eyebrow, across the bridge of his nose; ending below his right eye. He wears a fur collared short-sleeve black leather jacket, two belts on his left forearm, black gloves, his griever necklace hangs around his neck, a white undershirt, underneath his jacket, two belts around his waist, fitted black pants, and black leather boots.
I know Leon because; he's my…Well, enough about that! Back to the story!
"Um, Leon this is Riku." I replied, pointing to the blind-folded teen. Before I could introduce Leon, he cut in.
"Come on Yun, let's go." He replied, eyeing Riku suspiciously. I looked between the two men, and wondered what was wrong; but decided to just brush the feeling off.
"Oh—okay…" I replied, getting on Leon's chocobo. The two followed my example, Riku getting on another one, and then we were off.
I was sitting in front, Leon behind me. I looked at Riku; wondering why he was so quiet, and traveling a good distance behind us.
'Maybe I'll ask, when we stop for the night. It seems…Leon is being a protective jerk; once again.' I thought, sighing inwardly. So, for now I'll talk with 'Squallie.'
"So, how are you doing Yun?" I heard Leon say.
I crossed my arms across my chest for a second, and then replied sourly at first, but still serious at the end.
"Fine, till you were a jerk and decided for me—again. Guess Mickey sent you in his place, ne?"
"Yeah, and told me all about a mission for the three of us." He paused for a moment and then sounded hurt. "Hey, it's not my fault! I'm just protecting you, like an older brother should!"
"Uh-huh, and won't even give his only sister a chance to choose on her own." I replied, looking at the scenery around us.
We were traveling on Djose highroad, and we were heading for a town, to rest and collect supplies for our long journey ahead. Feeling a strong arm wrap around me, I came back to reality. Leon pulled me into a one arm hug, and whispered into my ear.
"I just don't want anything to happen to you."
I smiled; he lost pretty much everyone he cared about; except me. We only had each other, and I knew he'd clearly go mad if he lost me. Giving in, I said quietly;
"Fine."
Yun-chan: Hee-hee…Now this story is getting interesting. I wonder…
Sora: About what?
Riku: Why ask? Clearly, she won't tell us. She's the authoress, and friends with Sora-san. Hopefully, she doesn't do cliff hangers; then we're doomed.
Yun-chan: Um, I'm right here? Cliffys are fun to do! Thanks Riku.
Riku: For what?
Yun-chan: Nope. You'll see.
Sora: Eh, Riku? Why'd you flinch?
Riku: I thought she was gonna say that awful phrase Sora-san uses.
Yun-chan: ((Grins)) I love that phrase, should I say it, or…
Riku: NOOO! Please don't! ((Grabs Yun-chan's hands)) Please tell me, she hasn't corrupted your mind with evil thoughts?!
Yun-chan: Eh?! Let—go! My friend only…heck I shouldn't tell you. You're a fictional character for pete's sake.
Riku: ((Looks at Sora)) Sora? Hel—lo? ((Waves hand in face)) Wow…he went into shock. I wonder why? ((Shakes head)) 'Idiot, in the real world we're fictional, not ours.'
After Axel briefed about some mission to Sora and I; I got an idea.
"Can we go to Besaid?" I asked, slightly pouting, gleam in my crystal blue eyes.
"Huh?" Both boys replied, looking at me.
"Besaid is where I grew up! And I'm sure it's close to our mission as well!" I pleaded, hopingI could see my family.
"Sure!" Was Sora's reply.
"Fine, let's go." Axel replied, making a dark portal behind him. "The sooner the better." He finished walking through the dark abyss, called a portal. Sora walked in next, ready to start his mission. I sighed happily and ran in, before it closed.
'I'm going to see my family!' I thought with delight. Hopefully, fate is on my side, and…I stopped when I saw the large buildings, and large masses of people pass us by.
'This isn't Besaid! It's…"
Yun-chan: And that's…
Riku: ((Covers her mouth)) don't tell me…it…
Yun-chan: Mmhmm! ((Nods))
Riku: Why?! Why do you torment me so?
Yun-chan: ((Removes hand from mouth)) because, it's fun to see your reaction to most things! ((Smiles))
Riku: No! Not that smile! I-I-I can't—resist the—smile! 'Darn her for being so damn…'
Yun-chan: What'd you say?! ((Pulls out a pistol))
Riku: N-n-n-nothing! Nothing! I didn't say anything!
Yun-chan: ((Raises an eyebrow)) R—really? Okay! ((Smiles))
Riku: 'Mental note to self' Don't piss off Yun-chan.