Rancoeur du Coeur
Disclaimers: I do not own Kingdom Hearts, Kingdom Hearts 2, or any part of Disney or Square-Enix. Now if I did, I'd be stinkin' rich and I wouldn't be wasting my time writing this when I could write the real thing. I own the million of OC's you will be seeing inside this story and the story idea of course .
Authors Note: (REVISED 9/8/10) Hello, everyone! Welcome to Rancoeur du Coeur, my most mature and experimental story. Started in the beginning of my sophomore year of high school, I've been on a writing hiatus for a while. Now, I am back and better than ever! (No seriously, I actually learned to format O_o) hahah, so I am currently retracing my steps and doing a much needed revamp of the first three chapters. My edits aren't perfect, but my eyes have spotted most of the errors.
SPOILERS! SPOILERS! SPOILERS! SPOILERS!
I HIGHLY suggest that if you have not beaten the game at ALL, Do not read this story, lest you desire to spoil yourself. From this point on, spoilers will be mentioned in this note and story.
This story doesn't have TOO many spoilers from the game (Unless you count the part with Naminé and Roxas merging with Sora and Kairi.) But it does contain some, so please; don't say I didn't warn you.
You could say I am…testing myself in a sense. I've never truly written angst like I plan to write with this. It'll be quite different that my usual merry style. I guess I am just simply exploring human nature and human grief, by using these wonderful characters.
Here's a more detailed summary than what I have up…
DETAILED SUMMARY: To Sora, life was as perfect as it could be. He was engaged to Kairi, a well-respected Keyblade bearer, and just a happy go-lucky 21 year old. That was, until a new cult of fallen Keyblade wielders decided to eliminate the Princesses of Hearts. Helpless to save her, Sora vows to avenge Kairi's murder anyway he can, even if it means giving into darkness. And Roxas, who had lost Naminé when Kairi was killed, secedes from Sora to help him in his cause. But as they get closer to reaching their goal, Roxas starts to realize the consequences of what he and Sora intend to do. SK RN
QUICK SUMMARY: He couldn't protect her, but he would avenge her. SK RN
So on a final note, enjoy, be merry, and review!
Chapter 1: Forever and Never
He was holding forever in his hands.
Sora smiled softly at the diamond ring placed ever so eloquently in its velvet, black box. He was about to do the obvious, once Kairi had arrived. Until then, he just admired the thought of the ring on her delicate finger.
He was assured that she'd say yes. Sora couldn't think of any reason to go against that. Kairi and he had been dating for well over five years, ever since the two were sixteen. The first couple years had seemed to have been sparked by puppy love. Kairi and Sora were young, and still a bit shy with one another, despite their hearts strong connection. But as they grew older, affections deepened, and that is what brought Sora to this point in time.
As he continued to gaze at the ring, Sora knew that he loved her. Everything about Kairi made him smile. Her kindness and thoughtfulness towards others, her loyal dedication to her friends, her bravery in times of fear and hardship, and even her teasing didn't mind Sora. As far as he was concerned, it was just another thing to love about her.
"Can you direct me to the table for two, under the name Sora?"
Sora immediately snapped the box shut as his eyes adverted to Kairi at the entrance of the restaurant. Luckily, he was able to put the container away before a waiter escorted her to the table. His orbs enjoyed analyzing what they saw. Kairi was wearing a short, lavender dress adorned with a few pieces of jewelry. Sora stood once Kairi had finally reached her destination.
"Sorry I'm late!" she said with an apologetic grin.
Sora flashed a smile back. "Don't be," he said giving her a quick kiss on the cheek. "You're right on time," Sora stated with a grin. Kairi beamed at his effort to make her feel better about being late.
"This is a nice place," she commented as the two sat in their seats. Sora shrugged playfully.
"I guess," he said with a hidden smirk. Kairi rolled her eyes at his sarcasm. He had taken her to the nicest place on the island. It was very formal and very expensive. She wondered why Sora would take her here instead of their usual date places.
"Ready to order?"
Kairi entered back into reality as the waiter prepared his notebook. She blushed sheepishly. "Um, not exactly. You can go first Sora," Kairi stated examining the menu for what she wanted.
Sora let out a laugh. "Actually, I'm having the same predicament," he confessed. His eyes darted to a meal on the menu that looked intriguing. "Say, is that Pieds de Chameau any good?" Sora wondered, completely butchering the pronunciation of the dish.
"One of our most popular meals, sir," The waiter responded.
He was pensive for a moment, and then made up his mind. "Alright, I think I'll try it. I'm always up for something new," Sora said as he handed the menu back to the waiter.
"And for you Miss?"
"I think I'm just going to have the Caesar Salad tonight," Kairi replied.
"Very well, it should all be out shortly," The waiter said as he left the two lovers alone.
Sora smiled softly at Kairi, his eyes gazing about her features. Her face reddened a bit. "What are you doing Sora?" she asked with a chuckle.
"I don't know. I guess I'm…just thinking about how beautiful you look tonight," Sora commented with sincerity.
The redness stained her cheeks. Even after all this time, he still managed to make her blush. "You don't look so bad yourself," Kairi stated with admiration of Sora's exquisite form.
They had grown up so much these past years. It seemed like only yesterday they were drawing each other's faces on the walls of the Secret Place. Yet, they were no longer children. Sora was still same old Sora, but taller and more muscular. And Kairi was now a woman. Her hair extended down to her developed chest and her petite figure had sprouted a few inches.
The two had remained on Destiny Islands together after their many adventures with the keyblade. Heartless were still running rampant in other worlds, but nothing that Sora and his friends couldn't handle. Actually, for the past few years he hadn't traveled at all. King Mickey had wanted him to take a break and remain on Destiny Islands for a few years, maybe go to college, which he eventually did. Sora welcomed the break. It allowed him to spend more time with Kairi and get an education. Riku on the other hand was a different case. Riku had accepted a job as Bodyguard to the King. It was understandable; Riku could never remain in one place for long. And with this job he could travel and see other worlds. He came back to visit though, once in a while, along with the King, Donald, and Goofy.
Sora pitied that his relationship with Goofy and Donald diminished over the years. They used to be so close, but without having to travel together anymore; Sora rarely had a chance to see them. He was looking forward to their upcoming visit with Riku and the King the following week. Sora couldn't wait to tell them of his upcoming engagement. Of course though, he'd have to ask Kairi first. And he knew the perfect place to do it too.
"Say Kairi," he said leaning back in his chair. "After dinner, can you take a walk with me?" Sora asked.
"No Sora, I was planning on meeting my other boyfriend for a romantic moonlit stroll along the beach," Kairi responded chuckling.
But the Keybearer was not amused.
"Oh Sora…" Kairi said shaking her head. "I'm kidding, just kidding!"
Still, his face didn't change.
Kairi rolled her eyes as she let one of her hands entwine with his fingers. "You know you're the only guy I'd ever stroll along the beach with," she whispered smiling.
Sora's smile came back to him. "I know Kai, but I still have to be careful; so many guys want to be close with the lovely Kairi," he stated.
The princess grinned slyly. "We'll all their attempts will be in vain because you and Riku are the only guys I'll ever let close to me."
"Excuse me?"
Kairi was still smiling. "Don't worry; you're always the closer one."
"Monsieur and Mademoiselle, your dinner is ready." The waiter said bringing over their food.
"Great, I'm starving!" Sora said upon receiving his meal. "Thank you!" he commented to the waiter. Sora then proceeded to eat with great enthusiasm.
"I am guessing you like it," Kairi giggled watching her boyfriend consume the food.
"It's only natural," said the waiter, "camel's feet is one of our most renowned dishes."
Sora immediately stopped eating.
"Did you say…camel's feet?"
"Oui, monsieur."
Sora got up from the table. "I'll be back in just a second Kai..." he stated turning a tad green. Sora then dashed to the bathroom.
Kairi had a sympathetic look on her face but at the same time couldn't stop giggling.
Meanwhile, elsewhere…
Within the realm of a dark, seemingly untouched world, a malevolent scheme was in the making.
Inside the world's main castle known to the residents as the "Chateau Méchant", a meeting was taking place in the deepest part of the fortress.
Seven dark figures sat around a round table, all carefully listening to the apparent "head" of the meeting.
He appeared to be in his late 20's with deep auburn hair and striking green eyes. By appearance alone one could tell that there was nothing good within his being. He had a smirk on his face that never seemed to change. In fact, it never really did. The man spoke with an intense and captivating voice.
"My fellow brethren, you are all probably anxious to know just exactly why I've called you to my humble abode this evening so far away from all of your homes."
"You can say that again…"
The leader's smirk grew a tad larger. "I assure you, my reasons are just…for I have come to a solution for our unfortunate predicament concerning our inability to access what is rightfully ours," he said.
"You mean…?"
"Yes Fallon, I mean our keyblades," The leader stated.
Each of the other six men leaned in closely to hear what their leader had to say.
"Well, go on Avon!" Fallon exclaimed.
"In my research of our ancestors, I have come to learn that they were cast out from being able to wield their keyblades due to their thirst for power by the other wielders. In order to keep this ridiculous ban, the other wielders made a pact with the Princesses of Hearts of their time. The pact ensured that only those who were pure and just could wield the keyblade and as long as the Princesses were around, that pact could not be broken. Of course, we know our ancestors were anything but pure and just because like them, we are not fools. We see the power that is brought by the keyblade and we are not blinded by chivalry unlike the fools that currently hold the keyblade!" Avon, the head of the table, stated.
"What are you getting at exactly, Avon?" another man named Talon asked.
"What I am trying to explain is that the only reason we cannot obtain the keyblades is because the Princesses of Hearts still exist. Granted, they are different than the ones from our ancestors' time, but the pact was made so that as long as there are Princesses of Hearts around, the right of wielding will be denied to us," Avon said hoping that the others would catch on.
"So you're saying that if we eliminate the princesses…"
"…we finally receive what we so rightfully deserve," Avon answered, smirk intact.
Murmurs arose from the men as they eagerly chattered to one another about the sudden revelation.
"Shhh," Avon hushed them as he wished to speak to them once more. "I have discovered the whereabouts to one of the Princesses and I have already sent Vulcan to take care of her."
"And which one would this be?"
"Kairi, Princess of Hollow Bastion, who resides in Destiny Islands."
The men shifted uneasily. "Avon, isn't that the girl of that boy Sora?" Fallon questioned.
"The Keybearer? Yes it is. But the way I see it it's better to take care of her first otherwise Sora would be expecting her demise," Avon reasoned.
Fallon still looked uneasy.
"Relax Fallon, if the boy attempts to play hero again, I'll deal with him myself." Avon assured. He quickly changed his tone back to what it had been before. "But now, here is what I want to rest of you to do to finish carrying this out…"
The Nobodies' World
It had been a good six years since Sora and Kairi had merged with their nobodies. Roxas and Naminé were tossed into a Realm of Nobodies after this had happened and they had lived there ever since. [1]
Like Sora and Kairi, the two were in love.
And they had no trouble showing it.
The two were lying naked together in Roxas' bed, their only covering being his sheets. Naminé had her head rested on Roxas' muscular, bare chest. She closed her eyes and smiled as Roxas stroked her head. "That feels nice." Naminé said softly as she curled up even closer. Roxas beamed at her. He planted a quick kiss on her forehead.
"I don't think I let you know enough how beautiful you are," Roxas whispered.
Naminé looked up at him with playful eyes. "You think so?" she wondered aloud. She nuzzled his neck with her head. "You always make me feel beautiful. You don't need to tell me," she said.
Roxas smiled at her and closed his eyes in thought. Naminé was the most wonderful girl that he had ever known. Everything about her Roxas loved. Her kindness, her earnestness, her gorgeous…and did he mean gorgeous body that he got to ravish every evening, and most of all, the heart that she possessed, which oddly enough, wasn't even physically there.
"Going to bed?"
Roxas poke an eye open to Naminé's quizzical look. He yawned. "Nah, not if you want to stay up." Roxas stated. Naminé shook her head though.
"No, it's alright. I was getting sleepy myself," Naminé explained.
Roxas nodded and kissed her gently. "I love you," he whispered with the utmost sincerity.
Naminé smiled back at him. "I love you too," she said. Roxas then bent over and kissed her stomach.
"And I love you too, whatever you are..." Roxas stated smiling at Naminé. She grinned.
"What do you think it's going to be?"
"A girl," Roxas said beaming, "I'd like a little girl that looks just like her mommy."
"I'd like that, just as long as she's not called Naminé jr.!" Naminé giggled.
"No that won't do," he said wryly. Roxas looked into Naminé's eyes. "What would you want to call her?"
"Ayame, it means Iris."
"Ayame, huh?" Roxas repeated. He smiled. "I like that name," he stated.
Naminé's eyes twinkled. "Really?" she asked happily. She clasped her hands together. "Oh Roxas, that just made me so happy!"
Roxas gave Naminé one last kiss before saying goodnight. "You make me so happy," he murmured, "sweet dreams, Nam," he said.
"You too, Roxas"
Neither of them knew that this would be the last time they'd ever see the other again.
The moon was full and she smiled down upon the ocean. The lunar orb was a magnificent sight to be beheld. The waves danced upon the shore happily. The whole atmosphere of it all was exuberant.
Laughs could be heard as a sole couple made their way along the coast. They're hands were clasped together with no intention of release. Sora had taken Kairi over towards the Island where the Secret Place was. He thought it to be a perfect location to pop the question seeing the significance it held to both of them. It was also abandoned for the night, giving them the privacy they need. Sora fondly remembered the first time he saw Kairi's response to his drawing. He knew he loved her just as much then as he did now, even more so.
"So what is it Sora?"
"What is what?" Sora's attention snapped back to the pretty red head.
"The thing you wanted to tell me silly!" Kairi exclaimed.
The Keybearer let out a wry grin. "Not until we get to our spot."
Kairi rolled her eyes. It felt like forever before they reached The Secret Place. Sora would gently let his fingers trail along her spine, sending pleasurable tickling sensations Kairi's way. It was those little gestures that made Kairi realize Sora cared for her in a manner that no other man could match. Their innocence was rare for couples of their age group, yet, the two understood that they didn't need to be all over each other to show signs of affection.
Once they arrived in the cavern (that was starting to become quite small to the two), Kairi turned directly to face Sora. "Alright Sora, spill!" she demanded.
Sora smiled as he walked over to the drawings of the two of them. "Seems just like yesterday, doesn't it?" he asked her. Kairi walked over and leaned her head on the shoulder of her companion.
"It sure does."
"A lot has happened since then," Sora began, "we've been through a lot together, Kai. An awful lot…" he held her hand tightly. "And you know that there is nothing I wouldn't do for you," Sora said kissing her hands.
"I know Sora," Kairi spoke.
He brought the two to a tight embrace. "I love you Kairi, with everything I am. I don't know what I'd do without you," Sora whispered. He bent down on one knee and took out the box. He opened it to reveal the ring inside. "I've wanted to ask you this for a long time now but…"
Kairi's mouth grew agape.
"Will you marry me?" Sora asked with his signature grin.
A few tears began to slide down Kairi's cheeks. "Oh my gosh…" she whispered. She quickly smiled and yelled out, "Yes!" She threw herself down at Sora with her arms around his neck. "A million times yes…"
Sora laughed a bit. "I only needed to hear it once," he smiled. He took one of her hands and placed the ring on one of her delicate fingers.
Kairi looked at it lovingly. "Perfect," she whispered.
Sora smiled softly at her and leaned in to kiss her. Kairi kissed back and clung to him as their kisses intensified. Soon she was on the floor with Sora leaning over her.
"Oh, my dress…" she stated as she tried wiping some of the dust off.
"We can take of that," Sora whispered, inches away from undoing her lavender outfit. Kairi shook her head though.
"No Sora," she said, "not until we're married."
"Kai, please…" Sora begged with a need fixed in his eyes.
She caressed his face with her hand and smiled. Kairi had known Sora's patience was wearing thin when it came to how intimate the two were. And even though she desired the connection as much as he did, Kairi wanted to honor a desire to wait until marriage before engaging in anything sexual. "It'll just be so much better if we wait. I promise."
Sora closed his eyes as he placed his hand to the one she had placed on his cheek. "Alright, you win," he said getting up. Kairi got up as well.
"Thank you," she murmured.
Sora responded by placing his arm around her as the two began to leave. Kairi smiled softly as she felt his lips being placed on her forehead. She was lucky that Sora was such an understanding man about her wishes; most guys would be absolutely furious to be denied the carnal pleasures couples typically partake in. But then again, Sora wasn't like most guys...
Walking along the shoreline, Sora couldn't help but to smile. Kairi couldn't stop talking about wedding plans like what kind of dress she would wear, who would be invited, where they would go for the honeymoon.
"I think a spring wedding would be pretty," Kairi stated grinning. "What do you think?" she asked Sora.
"Well it would be nice but that's almost a whole other year away," Sora said, "do you want to wait that long?" he wondered.
"I'd be willing to," she said.
Sora stopped to hug her close. "Heh, I'm never going to make love to you am I?" he stated.
His new fiancee smiled. "Aw Sora, I know you can be patient."
The Keybearer scoffed slightly. "I don't want to though…" he answered in a childish tone.
Kairi beamed as she rubbed her nose against his. "You baby…" she whispered kissing him lightly.
Sora deepened the kiss, letting his tongue find its way into Kairi's mouth. And while sex may have been controversial, Kairi held no objections to making out. The hero could have the richest nectar in the world, and it wouldn't compare to the sweetness of the red head's lips upon his own. He held her close, trying to mesh their two bodies into one. The princess moaned happily as she was lost in a haze of delight. "Sora," she cooed affectionately.
"Well isn't that precious,"
Sora ceased his kisses on Kairi and turned around to see a dark clothed man appear seemingly out of nowhere. He held Kairi close, sensing a bad vibe out of the man. "Who are you?" Sora asked him.
A smirk formed on the man's face. "Ah well, it seems I've forgotten my manners," The man said doing a quick bow. "The name's Vulcan. It's an honor to be in the presence of not only a Princess of Heart, but the legendary keyblade bearer himself."
Sora glared at him. "What's your business here Vulcan?"
"Well you see, it pertains to the Princess. My employers have a certain need that only she can provide..." Vulcan said.
"You're not using me to open Kingdom Hearts!" Kairi shouted.
Vulcan chuckled a bit. "Oh no dear, we have hearts. They're not interested in that."
"Than what ARE they interested in?" Sora yelled growing impatient. Behind his back, his keyblade formed in his spare hand.
"I'm just going to put it layman's terms; I've come for the girl. Not to take her, but to kill her."
Fear was an obvious sight in Kairi's eyes. Sora growled at Vulcan. "Over my dead body!" he snapped.
"You know that can be arranged." Vulcan answered with a vicious grin. He took out a twisted looking weapon. "Anytime you're ready hero."
"Sora don't…" Kairi whispered. Something didn't seem right about the bludgeon.
Sora reassured her with a smile and a quick squeeze from his free hand. He then darted towards Vulcan, keyblade in hand.
"Stupid decision," Vulcan stated. Sora was about to strike him but Vulcan held up his weapon. It didn't even need to touch Sora for it to cause him to be suspended in the air. He was unable to move.
"Wh-what?" Sora whispered astounded.
"Say goodnight, kid," Vulcan said as he struck Sora with the same weapon, hurling him to the shoreline. A bloody wound soon formed atop of Sora's head. He was slowly drifting into unconsciousness.
"Sora!" Kairi exclaimed. She had wanted to run over and help him, but she felt the ice cold weapon at her back, causing her to not be able to move. She breathed in and out sharply, with tears streaming down her face. "This is it…isn't it?" she mused.
"Don't worry Princess," Vulcan whispered as he caressed her cheek, "it'll be over in a second."
Kairi was sobbing at this point. But the sobs soon ceased as she felt the weapon behind her release a sharp blade into her heart. She gasped as she fell to the ground. Kairi breathed heavily as her vision started to fade to black. The last thing she saw clearly was Sora's inanimate body lying on the sand.
"Sora…" she whispered. But to no avail, he couldn't answer. Kairi closed her eyes and ceased to inhale.
Vulcan got down and leaned over her to see if she was still alive. She wasn't. He looked at Sora and shook his head.
"Waste of your last breath princess," he muttered. Vulcan packed up his weapon and opened a portal that would lead him back to Avon and the others. He took one last look at the two before he went in and the portal disappeared.
Sora was on the verge of nothingness, but he still managed to form a few tears in his eyes.
"Kai…" he whispered.
And then everything went black.
You guys all knew it was coming, but still, I was saddened myself having to write it. Kairi is one of my favorite characters but by the end of this story, you'll see why I just had to do it. I also want to explain about the OC's. You guys are probably confused about who everyone is but I'll be addressing that in a few chapters so don't worry your precious heads over it.
After this, the story will be going up in rating and content. Thanks for all who read this first chapter and those who will be reviewing. Chapter 2 will be up when I can get it done! So thanks again!
Love,
SonChan
[1]: I promise you I hate these notes and never do them, but because I'm mentioning this idea that is explained in my other story Once We're Gone, I just wanted to give you guys a reference point
REVISED: 9-7-10