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Chapter 2

There was much excitement at school the following morning, but whether it was because of Naminé and her brother, or because it was snowing for the first time in years, I was temporarily unaware.

It was five to eight, and my theory about the snow had melted along with it. My attention was drawn to a figure, strolling lazily down the sidewalk, cigarette in one hand, and coffee in the other. The wind whipped his crimson red hair around his face, shielding it from our (curious) view. He pulled his black pea-coat tightly around his skinny frame, and called to Naminé to hurry up. I notice Naminé for the first time, then, sulking behind the person I assumed to be Axel.

She waved, and hurried over, watching with me as her brother strolled comfortably into the school as if he owned it.

"Uh…"

"Right, Naminé lets get you introduced." I pointed out Pence, Hayner, Sora, Kairi and a few others, and by the time the bell rang, they were all well acquainted.

At break, Naminé informed us that Axel had been sent twice to the principles office, and had nearly been suspended. She looked exasperated.

Our attention was temporarily drawn to a group of seniors, who had entered the cafeteria talking and joking loudly. At the center, was Axel. He seemed to have been made their new leader.

Naminé seemed to shrink back as he spotted her, and made his way obnoxiously through the crowd towards our table.

"Hey kiddies, you all are taking good care of Nami?" He smirked as she cringed at the pet-name.

We nodded, speechless. For the fir time, I had a chance to look at him. Apart from his hair that I had noticed earlier, he was pale. So much so, that his tight black clothes and nails contrasted sharply with his skin. His eyes were green, and catlike, outlined by a thick layer of what I assumed to be eyeliner. He had fine features, like a pixie.

"Hey, kid, you ok?" he asked, and I slapped myself mentally for staring so much.

"Yeah, uh, fine."

"Riiiiight."

Naminé stepped in, introducing us, although Axel paid little attention.

He stalked off to the other side of the cafeteria, to join his new posse.

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The next time I saw him, was when I visited Naminé's (or soon to be Axel's house. She had been showing me the renovations while her parents were out, while Axel lazed around on the couch, jabbering away on his cellphone. She briefly showed me his room, which was a mass of black, before scooting out, as if afraid. Upon Returning to the living area, I agreed to something to dink, and parked myself on another couch while she hurried to the kitchen.

"So, kid…"

I blinked, and looked at him. I would be lying if I said I wasn't intimidated.

"What did you say your name was?"

"Roxas."

"Hmm…Roxas-that's a pretty name." He smirked as my eyes flew open. I hadn't forgotten what Naminé had told me about him being gay. Although, once again, I would be lying if I said I wasn't somewhat flattered.

"You like my house, Roxas?" He questioned.

"Uh huh," I nodded, grateful that Naminé had chosen then to make an appearance and save me any further embarrassment.

Idle small talk ensued, as we finished our drinks, and Axel channel surfed.

I couldn't help but notice that the drink was slightly bland.

Eh, alright, very short, but I'll make up for it Concerning my first statement about not pushing for reviews, scratch that, REVIEWWWWWW or else I feel discouraged. You don't even have to make it long, jut a "Cool" or "That's Crap" will do.