Disclaimer: Nope, they're still not mine. But enjoy the story anyway!
Paine was glaring.
Glaring and growling at anyone who passed by.
This was not a new occurrence for the warrior - in fact it was quite expected of her.
Paine was used to the staring – what more can be expected when her and her companions had saved the world? She was used to the many strange glances aimed her way, normally for the clothes she wore. She was not, in any way, used to the people who would coo and smile and give her those knowing looks.
They were looks that made Paine feel like she lost any sort of respect for being a warrior.
Even so, there was a small smile on Paine's face; after all, who could stay mad when there was a blonde ball of happiness named Rikku attached to your arm? Especially when said blonde seemed to spread that happiness with every step.
With a frown, Paine realized that she was the cause of the current problems.
It wasn't her fault that Rikku had kissed her in the middle of a ceremony. It really wasn't her fault that she's couldn't seem resist the blonde. No matter how many times she tried to pull away, she was sucked right back in by a dazzling smile and a scorching kiss.
Speaking of that – "Rikku?"
"Yes, Painey?"
Paine pulled Rikku in for a kiss, intending it to be light, something to just tide her over for a while. It ended up with Paine whimpering when she finally had to give up those wonderful lips for oxygen. She would much rather have to live off those kisses, because who really needs to breathe when you have Rikku?
The blonde thief smiled at her warrior, softly caressing her cheek before trailing down to her hand and entwining their fingers. They continued their walk through the town, hand in hand.
After that Paine gave up. She simply trailed behind, content and high off the memory and thoughts of what would come later.
That kiss definitely wouldn't stop the coos and the awws, but it sure did make her feel better about it all. At least, until she realized that she was being stared at once more. Then she would need another fix.
Rikku was more than happy to supply her every time.
Notes: Why do ideas always come to me when I'm half asleep? Ah well. I think this is my favorite so far. Yaay for Rikku/Paine! Poor Paine, she's really too whipped for her own good.
Yeah, I feel bad for not posting in a while. I really do mean to write more. Well, I hope you enjoyed this, at least. ^-^ Review would be nice, and if you spot anything that would help the story out, please feel free to let me know. =D