A/N – Surprise! I decided to continue on with this story. I really wanted to expand the depth of Lightning's observation skills beyond just linking body language and the meaning behind them. Alongside the usual body language readings, this chapter will also focus on Lightning's ability to tell peoples personalities based on their actions. Also Noctis' best buddies will be making an appearance. And no, Lightning and Noctis are not a couple yet, more so they are just flirty friends. Enjoy!

It was another lovely afternoon in the Caelum household. The sun shone brightly in the vast blue sky where white feathery clouds travelled along. This kind of weather was truly a blessing; not to hot and not to cold, some may say it was just right. The chilly breeze of the spring season ending melding with the blazing sun of the summer season approaching was perfect, just perfect. The sounds orchestrating themselves outside; mainly compiled by the sounds of children's laughter and birds tweeting only served as proof of what a darn good day it was outside. It was hard not to stop and appreciate the beauty and it was damn near impossible to be in a foul mood on this day. Unfortunately, Noctis thought differently, reason being that he encountered a very big nuisance, a pest so to speak.

"Noct! Noct! Noct! NOCT! NOCTIS! Noooooooooooctiiiiiis!" A certain blonde whined to one of his best friends while rolling on the carpeted floor of Noctis' living room.

"Yes Prompto?" Noctis replied with a strained and irritated voice, trying to sound as calm as possible. Noctis could feel the veins in his head pulse with the desire to strangle the blonde all the while questioning his friendship with the man. Finalizing his rather violent decision he approached the rotating man on his floor. He reached down and grabbed the collar of Prompto's shirt with his right hand and brought him up forcefully causing the shorter man to tip toe. Noctis' infuriated eyes scrutinized Prompto's befuddled ones.

"N-Noct? H-hey maaa-n about the question, y-you don't haaaaaave to answer right now … if you don't want to … sooo yeaaah … p-please don't break my face." Prompto managed to utter out what he thought were going to be his last words.

Ding Dong Diiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiing Doong

Noctis look towards the door, then back to Prompto then once again back to the door. Sighing and rolling his eyes frustratingly Noctis tossed Prompto onto the conveniently placed couch.

"Count your blessings"

All the muscles in Prompto's body that was tensed up due to fear relaxed as he rag dolled on the couch. The poor blonde tried to take in all the breaths he missed out on when Noctis was suspending him in the air. God, oxygen entering his lungs never felt so good before. He felt that he survived a very dangerous event.

"I'm alive…"

Noctis made his way to the door. He wasn't sure if he was particularly keen on the interruption. On one hand he really wanted to pummel over-charismatic man, but on the other it was probably best that he didn't. Regardless of everything, although he was very unwilling to admit it, Prompto was one of his very best friends. Speaking of friends …

"Heya Noct!" Gladiolus bellowed with an award winning smirk

"Good morning Noctis." Ignis greeted, pushing up his glasses along the bridge of his nose.

"Hey guys!" Prompto chirped in no longer shaken by what happened minutes before.

"Prompto? What the hell are you doing here?" Gladiolus inquired, one eyebrow arched and now sporting a sly grin.

"I was interrogating Noctis, but he won't tell me anything. Not. A. Thing." Prompto emphasized, crossing his arms and pouting his lips looking awfully childish.

"Interrogating?" Ignis stared at Prompto "About?" His stare turned to Noctis.

"It's nothing, Prompto is just being stupid again."

"I am not! You are sooooooo hiding something and I want to know what it is." He pointed a finger accusingly as Noctis. "Every Thursday night you go somewhere in secret!"

For once in his life Noctis had nothing to say, he was silenced. Hearing no reply both Gladiolus and Ignis immediately fixed their eyes onto Noctis, though Ignis was more inconspicuous about it. Prompto very smugly focused his gaze on Noctis with the most triumphant smile on his face to which Noctis glared at. Prompto felt much bolder in his actions and decided to push things a little further. He bent at the hip, leaned forward with his arms crossed so he could meet the eyes of the suddenly mute man that casted his line of sight towards the floor.

"Weeeeell Noctis? If you have something to say, now's the ti-iime"

Noctis mentally cursed. He was cornered and he knew that Prompto knew that he knew that Prompto knew this. He very much regretted not maiming the damn blonde when he had the chance. I am so going to make him regret this later. Noctis decided. The atmosphere grew more and more uneasy; Noctis was still at a loss for words.

"Or how about we tag along Noct? I mean, it is Thursday today ~" Came Prompto's taunting voice. He took a step closer to the quiet men. The other two men braced themselves for the possible outcomes, whether it is good or bad, at this point anything could happen. A heavy silence hung among the four friends.

"Fine," Noctis groaned. "It's called Farron's Pub. It's on the strip running along the beach. We'll leave at six." Noctis breathed out heavily and headed into the kitchen to make what would normally be lunch, but in his case would be breakfast. I'll have some explaining to do for Light. "You guys eat yet?"

"Jeez Noct of course we did, you never were one to get up early huh? But I wouldn't mind having some late brunch, gotta keep my strength up after all." Gladiolus grinned widely as he followed Noctis. Glad reached the fridge he pulled out the carton of eggs, bacon and a jug of orange juice. Meanwhile Noctis popped four slices of bread into the toaster. Ignis followed very soon after pulling out four glasses. He didn't know if it was strange that his friends knew where everything in his house was, maybe they really do spend too much time at his house. Prompto was the last one to enter the kitchen and so he set the plates and silverware on the table. Simultaneously Noctis fried the eggs, Glad cooked the bacon, Ignis buttered the toast and Prompto poured the juice. A solid twenty minutes rolled by before the food was servable.

"Looks good" Gladiolus commented, accompanied by hums of agreement from his friends. The blonde was seated beside the bulky man who in turn sat across from the one wearing glasses which sat beside the darkly dressed man.

"Let's eat!" Prompto cheered enthusiastically.

Amidst the light hearted, jokey conversations they shared, Noctis would glance at Prompto every so often. Prompto began to dig into the delicious looking omelet in front of him. A wary smile appears on Noctis' face as his friend takes his first bite. Prompto stops mid chew and immediately stares at Noctis in disbelief. The darker man's eyes speaking to him. Yes, I do expect you to finish all of it. Every single bite. His eyes tell the blonde.

"What's wrong buddy? Don't like my cooking? You know how I hate to waste food now don't you Prompto?" Noctis asked sinisterly.

"What? No! It's reaaaaally good Noct... ahhhm it just tasted so good I wanted to savor it."

"Good then Prompto, glad you like it"

Gladiolus ignored the conversation as he happily ate away at his meal, giving the situation only one thought. You gotta reap what you sow Prompt.

Ignis noticed the hesitant look in the blonde man's eyes as he ate. Inevitably he ignored the silent cries emanating from Prompto. He'll get off pretty lucky if Noctis decides to stop with just this. Hmph, he probably deserved it anyway.

Although hurt that the other two ignored his pain he continued eating under the watchful gaze of Noctis. It's so salty, my taste buds are dying. He sulked. Tonight better be worth it. Appeased, for now Noctis finished his plate with no complaints.

The day progressed as per usual between the four. The loud bickering between the brawny and the blonde whom was immediately scolded by the smarty and tiring out the spiky; this was what was to be expected. Ignis assisted Noctis in finishing his paperwork for his father's company, while Glad and Prompto caused a ruckus playing who knows what in the room next door. Later on they would play a quick game of basketball in appreciation of the fine weather outside. Nearing six Noctis went into his room to change his clothes. He replaced his former outfit with a fitting black v-neck and black jeans. Stepping out of his room he glanced at his friends.

"Ready to go?" he asked.

"Shotgun!" Prompto yelled as he took off racing to the car.

"Well shit" Gladiolus murmured before he too took off.

In the car it was Ignis driving, Prompto sitting beside him and Gladiolus and Noctis in the back. They sat in a comfortable silence, the three were eager to see what Noctis' hideout was like; each imagining their own ideas regarding the topic. The sun was beginning to set as the beach goers were either leaving or lighting a bonfire. The streetlights flickered alive as the sleek black car rolled down the streets. Soon enough, after fifteen minutes they arrived.

The bell above the door signaled the quartet's arrival. Noctis led the little group; his eyes scanned the crowd to find the pink head of hair that he grew so fond of. There. He saw her sitting on the stool with the guitar leaning against it, just like it was the first time her spotted her. Almost instinctively her eyes turn to meet his. She grinned and gave him a teasing wink as she rose to her feet. Noctis let out a light laugh and watched as she approached him. Noctis took notice of her outfit; she wore a loose ashy long sleeved shirt that was rolled up just below the elbows, black denim shorts that showed off her long slender legs and finished off her ensemble with brown army boots that went up to just under her calves. Before he knew it she was standing in front of him moving in for a very inviting hug. She's such a tease.

"Hey Noct," she greeted.

"Good evening Light, you look lovely" Noctis complimented.

"Knock it off Noct, you don't need to be so formal." She laughed and gave him a cheeky smile.

The group of three stared at the two in shock. The shock was the most evident in Prompto, mouth agape, and eyes wide; in fact 'shocked' was an understatement. Next up was Gladiolus whose eyes were also widened, eyebrows raised and mouth slightly open; he looked at Ignis then back to Noctis and back to Ignis once again as if say ' Are you seeing what I'm seeing?' Lastly was Ignis, albeit he didn't look it he was definitely surprised; he showed it by pushing up his glasses and setting his gaze to the floor as if he was 'putting the pieces together.' Lightning looked over Noctis' shoulder and looked up at him, smiling knowingly.

"Friends of yours?" she questioned.

"I guess you could say that." Noctis replied while turning his anterior back to his friends.

Prompto grabbed his arm and whispered rashly. "Noct who's the hot chick?!"

"Hm? Oh, that's Lightning." Noctis responded nonchalantly.

"And how the hell do you know a babe like her? You introvert." Prompto continued.

"I don't know, maybe she has a thing for handsome men?"

"Yeah exactly, so why the hell do you know a babe like her?" Prompto jested, letting him go.

"Atta boy Noct! I knew yah had it in yah!" Gladiolus boomed as he patted Noctis' back.

"So this is what you've been doing… perverted things like bedding women" Ignis stated expressionless. It was hard to tell if he was joking or not. But getting the reaction he received from Noctis, it probably was a joke.

"What?! N-NO, it's not like that! I don't do that stuff with Lightning! I-I mean, I don't do that stuff with anyone. And I absolutely do not go skirt chasing! W-who do you think I am? Prompto?" A very flustered Noctis blabbered out.

"HEEEEEY, I keep it classy, don't compare me to some lowlife degenerate!" defended Prompto.

Laughter was heard, but not between the four men. Noctis and the group turned to see a very adorable looking Lightning giggling to herself, covering her mouth slightly with the back of her right hand, the other was placed on her stomach. She composed herself and with a delicate smile she looked at the boys.

"You guys are really interesting you know that? I'm Lightning by the way, but you guys can call me Light."

Snapping themselves out of their daze Prompto stuck out his hand first.
"Hiya! I'm Prompto." He beamed as he shook Light's hand.

"Im Gladiolus." He said with a pleased look on his face as he shook her hand.

"Ignis" The final man introduced himself, repeating the friendly gesture.

"It's an honor to meet you guys, come this way there's a free table over here." Light answered, leading them further into the pub. Along the way girls threw the four handsome men amorous looks, but were unavoidably dejected as the men were not looking for a 'fun night.' Well with the exception of Prompto, but as of now he was more interested in getting to know Noctis' lady friend and the history between the two.

Seating them, Light pulled up a chair so she could sit at the edge of the table seeing that the other side of the table was against the wall. Seating arrangements went as followed; Lightning then to her left was Noctis then Prompto, in front of him was Gladiolus and to Glad's left was Ignis. The waitress and took their orders consisting of burgers, fries, chicken wings, deep fried fish and salads. The pub was as lively as ever, the good kind of lively, the lively that did not include obnoxious drunks and blaring 'music' where people would grope and grind on each other. The pub had an elegant yet calm mood to it. It was definitely a place where someone could take a load off. The three new comers had a hunch that they would come here more often. As the table fell into rhythm with the feel of the pub, what started out as small talk grew into lively, whimsical chatter. Lightning did what she did best, she listened and observed; contributing to the conversation now and again. She chuckled at the interactions and the stories told between the friends.

"Hey Light, Noct says your good at reading people, think you can read me?" Prompto perked up as he asked.

"Oh sure… Let's see…" she closed her eyes recalling Prompto's actions and attitude ever since he stepped into the door. "I can confidently say that you have a care free nature, outgoing and friendly. You're very talkative most of the time causing you to be easily distracted… You're not the most organized person and can sometimes be seen as undependable. You're outgoing, and responsive… You are very passionate but in turn you can be very short tempered. Because you're so sociable you can be quite a Casanova when it comes to love and lust... You could easily become an actor and is very comfortable with public speaking. And because of all these traits, it's a very good guess that you're blood is O type… How's that for reading you?" Lighting peered at Prompto as she asked.

""Talkative… short tempered" Gladiolus muttered.

"Easily distracted… undependable" Ignis adds.

"Lustful… Haha Light's reading was spot on!" Noctis snickered. Gladiolus and Ignis soon joined in on the laughter.

"Hey guys! That's sooo not true! I'm dependable, like remember when I helped…. When I helped Noctis with…uh… OH I picked up Gladiolus from the airport!" Prompto argued.

"Hahaha Yeah you did… only you were two hours late." Gladiolus countered.

"W-well I was going to be on time but then I saw a cat running by and a real cute girl chasing it so I thought that if I helped her I could…" Prompto grumbled.

The trio stared at Prompto expectantly, waiting for him to process and realize what he had just said.

"…Fine Lightning is right… about the blood thing too…" Prompto moped.

"Oh come on Prompto, I also mentioned plenty of the good attributes that you have. Turn that frown upside down Mr. Optimistic." Lightning comforted gently.

"Yeah! That's right you did! I'm an amazing person, not perfect but then again who is?! Hey do Gladiolus next!" Prompto immediately changed from his pout to a full blown out smile.

The trio once again shook their heads. Prompto just proved Lightning's obervations correct again.

"Gladiolus? Hmm… okay…Glad you are strong willed… independent and confident. You are a strong leader that is ambitious, active and excitable… You are straightforward and enthusiastic as well as hardworking. You can also be restless and touchy… You are a very good motivator that is always getting things done… On the flipside you can be easily influence by anger, making you very aggressive. But if anything you are the most dependable. Chances are you would make a good athlete or a military professional. Based on these personality traits, it's safe to assume that your blood type is B… So?" Lightning finished.

"Pretty solid" Prompto said amazed.

"It's not often that you're angry but when you are then you are angry." Noctis contributed.

"Agreed." Ignis said simply.

"Pretty good Light! It's like you knew me my whole life!" Glad yelled raising two thumbs up towards Lightning's direction.

"Hey hey do Ignis next. He's like a robot that rarely shows emotion." Gladiolus joked.

"You okay with this Ignis?" Light queried. Ignis nodded once in approval. "Ignis…Ignis Ignis Ignis… You are a perfectionist. Hard to please, quiet, moody and can be quite rigid. You are unsociable in most cases and are usually very reserved. More so you are incredibly loyal to the ones that surround you and you are undoubtedly respectful. You are sensitive to the needs of others which lead you to be careful with your actions. You are book smart, often gifted with intelligence. You do best when faced with problems that need to be analyzed, thought out and is factual… You are most comfortable when order and clarity is present. To sum it up you're a 'thinker.' In most cases you would do very well as a composer or a musician, anything that involves music or perhaps even an inventor. Generally people with your personality have blood type AB…" Lightning stops.

"..Wait…you got all of that from him?! The ever cold hearted Ignis?!" Prompto hollered, pointing at Ignis.

"A composer eh? Hey Ignis were you the one playing the piano secretly when we worked at that pricey restaurant?" Glad wiggled his eyebrows at Ignis while he stayed quiet. Not receiving an answer he turned to Lightning. "If you could read Ignis then you have got some major talent y'know."

" You know, now that I think of it I think Ignis would fit better playing a violin than a piano." Prompto chipped in, with a thoughtful expression.

"What? No way Ignis playing a piano is much better." Glad retorted.

"Excuse me, here's your food" the waitress appeared with two trays of food stacked on. Lightning stood up to help the waitress place the food on the table, a very courteous action on her part. Strangely enough the waitress had a feint blush on her cheeks when Light smoothly handed the waitress the now empty trays while brushing the hair out of her eyes and tucking it behind her ear. To say that Lightning didn't notice the blush just didn't sit right with Noctis. This was Lightning for heaven's sakes, she saw everything, she noticed every gesture. As Light sat back down Noctis eyed her suspiciously. Light stared back at him with a completely neutral face, but only Noctis noticed the glint of mischief in her eye. At once the four men's thoughts synced up perfectly. She's good was what ran across their minds.

Digging into their food Prompto looked at Lightning with a mouthful. "Hrrey Lright whut abou-t Noctish? Carhn you reead hish pershonauhlity toh?"

"Noctis? Sure I can." She glanced at Noctis. "He is thoughtful, peaceful and controlled… Generally he is a good listener and a valuable friend. Usually he is even tempered but has a tendency to be stubborn and selfish. Nocty here worries about others a lot, which is a good thing… but it could also lead into paranoia. He tries to avoid unpleasant and uncomfortable confrontation. He is mild natured and patient. His steady and balanced personality makes for a great leader… although he may be reluctant to step up at first. Possible careers for Noctis and people alike would be diplomats, administrators or engineers. Normally people with this personality have blood type A…" Lightning stretched out her back as she wrapped up her speech.

Noctis looks at her "Flawless observations Light."

"You flatter me; it really wasn't that hard considering there was four of you."

"What's the relevance of the number four?" Prompto asked.

"Well considering the four are you are lifelong friends despite each of you having such different dynamics when it comes to character I thought that the group of you would most likely represent the four temperaments."

"…We have no idea what you're talking about…Temperaments? What's that?" Glad questioned, looking puzzled.

"Mmm… the four temperaments represent the four main personalities that are dominant in every single person. Some of the personalities can mix together, but most of the time each individual has one distinct personality. These four personalities are choleric, sanguine, melancholic and phlegmatic. Choleric is Prompto's personality, sanguine is Glad's, and melancholic is Ignis' while phlegmatic is Noct's."

"But if we're all so different then how can we stay friends for so long?" The phlegmatic man challenged.

"It's true that these personalities are completely different from each other. Hell, you guys are way to different identity wise; technically speaking you shouldn't even be able to stand being together on a day to day basis. Contrarily though, your personalities are also attracted to and compliments one another. Each of your individual personalities depends on each other," Light brought the conversation to a conclusion. "Thus explaining your strong friendship."

"Heh, I always did wonder why we never grew apart." The sanguine man stated.

"Guess that's reason enough to why our companionship held up" Muttered the melancholic man.

"Wow Lightning said some pretty profound things, so insightful. But what about you Light? What's your personality?" The choleric man perplexed.

"…Well… I guess tha-"

"Hey Light!" A brown haired woman called out to Lightning from behind the bar. Lightning turned toward where she heard her named called. Lightning saw the woman pointing at the clock leading Light to abruptly look at the clock. Seven... She turned back to the four boys.

"Sorry guys, it's time for me to make my daily salary." Light rose out of her seat turning to leave, but not without tracing her hand along Noctis' forearm seeing as it was laid out flat on the table as she walked away.

"Wow Noct, you lucky bastard." Glad laughed.

"Come on Noct, when are you going to make a move on her? It better be soon or else I will." Prompto bantered.

"She's a keeper Noctis" Ignis spoke.

"Yeah, don't I know it," Noctis sighed dreamily staring at her retreating figure. "Oh and Prompto don't you dare lay a hand on her."

Suddenly turning grim, Prompto uttered out "Y-yes sir…"

Light stared at the table where her new found friends sat. She smiled blissfully. Positioning the guitar comfortably, she plucked the strings experimentally before beginning the real show. Maybe I'll finally be able to pull away from my past. Yup, this was just another Thursday night for Lightning.