Okay! Whooo, I'm really on a role this week...normaly I don't update this quick!

I hope everyone is enjoying reading this as I am writing it.
DISCLAIMER: I do not own any of the charries from Kingdom Hearts I/II, nor did I creat the game.

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Chapter 3
:To Run Before You Walk:

"Sora, Go out with me."
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"Did you guys have fun?" Tifa asked sweetly, oblivious or so it seemed. Once Tifa and Cloud had gotten back, Sora kept his distance form Roxas. The four now sat in the small living room. Tifa and Cloud on the couch, Roxas in the arm chair, and Sora on the edge of the coffee table; as far away from the Blonde-haired teen as possible.
Roxas now smiled warmly at Tifa, "I would say we did." He told her, looking to Sora.
Sora turned his head away slightly. "...Yeah, I guess so." He mumbled. He was still confused about Roxas' motives. Did the blonde really want a relationship with him, or did he want something else? Sora nibbled his lip. The teens behavior did not go unnoticed by Cloud, who frowned slightly. "Sora." he said, leaning forward slightly. "Are you alright?" Sora looked up, his face flushing slightly. "Y-Yeah...I just don't feel so great." Tifa frowned slightly, looking a bit worried. "Do you think you should lay down?" Sora rubbed his arms as he stood up. "I Think that might be a good idea." He said, looking at the floor. Without another word, he headed back to his bedroom, shutting the door behind him. He leaned on it as he placed a hand on his forehead. It didn't feel like he had a temp...but why did he feel so weak all of the sudden? Sora lay on his bed, not bothering to cover himself up as he curled up slightly. He closed his eyes and hugged his pillow tight.
Maybe this would allgo away...
Maybe he would wake up in the morning to find he was still 7 years old.
When things used to be perfect...
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The car was mostly silent on the ride home for Cloud and Roxas. That didn't change much after they got back to their house. Finally, Cloud crossed his arms and tapped his foot, leaning on Roxas' bedroom doorway. Roxas looked up from where he sat on his bed, know what his dad was going to say next.
"So, What really happened?"
Yup, there it was. It never failed. Roxas shrugged, "I asked him out." He stated. His dad knew of his small impulsive habit to do what he felt like, when he felt like it. So it shouldn't surprise him. Cloud stood straighter and cleared his throat. "I'm sorry, I hope I misunderstood you." Roxas swallowed firmly. Okay so maybe he did catch his dad off guard a bit, but his dad knew that Roxas leaned more toward guys, and never had a problem with it. "I asked Sora out, okay? Big deal." Cloud frowned deeper, if possible, then he was already. "Do you know what could happen if..." Cloud stopped. He seemed to remember something and let out a sigh. "...you mean, if you ever decide to really let mom go and finally marry Tifa? Yeah. I know, but that will never happen." Roxas finished, scoffing. He lay back on his bed. "G'night dad." Cloud closed the door, heading to his own room. It was true, Tifa and him had been dating for a few years. But when ever he though about getting married to her, he couldn't get over the feeling of betraying Roxas' mother...
She had died in a fire at the hospital where she used to work. They had to evacuate all the patients, and there was one left. Rinoa, being the selfless woman she was, went back for him. Even after they told her the building was about to collapse. Cloud picked up small framed picture that sat on his bedside table. It showed a happy and smiling Rinoa, holding a small two year old Roxas in her arms, and Cloud wrapping them both in a hug. Roxas was 10 when she died. Though the teen had memories of his mother, he didn't hold onto them as Cloud did. It was 7 years ago...but to Cloud it was still just yesterday.

In the morning as Sora headed out the door, all he could think about was it was finally Friday. Tifa had checked him for a fever this morning after what happened last night, but finding he wasn't sick, she told him to just take it easy today. Sora wished he was sick. Maybe that way he wouldn't have to run into Roxas today. Damn how life sucked.
Sora rode the bus that morning, sitting in the far back. He knew that Roxas would probably get a ride from Cloud, or probably drive himself. Sora was deep in thought as he looked out the window that he didn't notice someone trying to talk to him from the seat in front of him. "Yo, I'm Talkin' to ya, punk!" A hand waved in front of his face, and Sora jumped slightly. The guy sitting in front of him made him blush slightly. He had a Strong build and a strange coat that was long and left open. He wore baggy jeens that hung real low, and a tight shirt that rode high enough to show his abbs. Top that all off with a hat that hid most of his dirty-blonde hair. "S-sorry!" Sora stammered, rubbing the back of his neck. The other teen let out what seemed to be a scoff. "So you are the new kid, huh? What rat-ass town did you come from?" Sora fumbled slightly, wondering how the hell he forgot his town's name. "...uhm...Radiant Garden." The teen smirked, "Heh." He held out his hand, turning around more in his seat to face Sora. "The name's Seifer." Sora bit his lip slightly, "Sora." He replied, shaking Seifer's hand slightly. Once again Sora had to wonder, what the deal was with everyone having Blonde hair around here? As Sora and the rest got off the bus in front of the school, Roxas was just walking from the parking lot. Sora saw him and ducked his head, not noticing he was pretty much cowering behind Seifer. Seifer raised his eyebrows, "Yo, Jus' wha do you think your doin' man?" Sora blushed slightly, "Shhh...I'm not here. I can't let him see me!" He hissed. Seifer looked over to where Sora was indicating, and frowned. "Is tha' damn chicken shit bothering you?" He asked, pausing in mid-step. Sora cringed slightly, "Well...it's a bit of a long story." Seifer nodded, "Aight." he started to head over towards the Roxas. Sora stood, "Wait! S-Seifer, you don't have to bother!" Seifer looked back over his shoulder and sneered, "You kiddin'? I'll take any chance I can get to mess wid' em." Sora swallowed hard as Roxas saw him. The blonde waved and smiled, but frowned slightly as he saw Sora scoot away, and Seifer come his way. Sora dashed inside the school, going straight to his locker. He didn't want Roxas hurt...he just didn't want to see him right now. "Wha' the fuck did you do to em'?" Seifer was asking Roxas as he followed the later in the school's double doors. Sora didn't look up, but his ears were straining to hear. Roxas let out a sigh, "Seifer, I didn't DO anything to him. He probably is hiding from me because I asked him out." Seifer's eyebrows raised almost comically. Roxas headed to his own locker and Seifer stood looking dumb-founded for a few minutes. He knew that Roxas was a swinger, but it still surprised him that Sora could be. Roxas looked back, seeing Seifer, and chuckled. There were two words you could used to describe Seifer...Dumb Blonde.
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Once the bell rang things started to settle down. Sora was able to focus on his classes as a way to push Roxas from his mind. His teachers noticed this and thought perhaps the brunette had a turn around. The only thing that was bothering Sora now was that Axel had some how found out about Roxas and him. All during the first few classes, Axel was shooting him hurt-full looks, puppy eyes, and pissed glances.
In the hall after the lunch bell, Sora had to practically hide from the tall popular red-head. He ducked into the boy's bathroom and leaned on the wall, hoping for a chance to dash up to the roof. Once he thought he was safe, he ran to his locker, grabbed his lunch and took the steps two at a time up to the roof. When he reached the fresh open air he took in a deep breath. Sitting on the ledge, he nibbled on his small sandwich he had packed this morning. "You've been hiding from me." Came a slightly hurt sounding voice behind him. Sora swallowed quickly as he became rigid. Roxas came to sit on the ledge beside him, looking out over the school yard. "Why?"
Sora looked down at his feet, lowering his sandwich from his mouth. "...I don't really know." He mumbled. Roxas sighed, "Do you really not like me that much?" Sora looked up at him, his eyes widening slightly. "No, thats not it at all!" he said quickly, blushing. He looked back down as Roxas looked at him curiously. "What are you afraid of, Sora?" Roxas asked softly, moving closer to the brunette's side.
"Love." Sora replied, looking back up at Roxas with a spark of what seemed to be anger. The Blonde could see that it covered up something else inside the other boy. A deep wound that was hurting him. Roxas pulled Sora to him suddenly, causing what was left of Sora's lunch to fall to the sidewalk below. Sora gasped softly as Roxas kissed him. It wasn't as soft as the kiss last night because this time, there was a firm statement in it. Roxas was showing him that he was persistent.
Sora felt his arms shake with nervous tension as he linked them around Roxas' neck.
They stayed that way until the bell rang. Pulling apart, Sora was silent. Roxas sighed as he stood, helping the other up from the ledge. The two teens parted ways for the rest of the day. Not saying another word.
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Sora decided to walk back to the apartment instead of riding the bus. He could use the extra time to figure out just what he thought of Roxas. It was apparent to him that Twilight Town had plenty of swingers, being the reason no one seemed to care if you were dating a guy or a girl. It wasn't exactly as open in Radiant Garden.
Sora was startled when he heard someone running toward him from behind, calling his name. He knew that voice by now and gave a small groan. "Sora!" Roxas called panting as he caught up to the other teen. Sora looked down at the ground as he continued to walk. "What?" He asked. Roxas grinned sheepishly, "Want to go see a movie? I told my dad to call Tifa and tell her you and I were going to hang out for a while tonight." Sora looked up at him, amazed. "Well, thanks for ASKING." He scoffed sarcastically, sighing. Roxas rubbed the back of his neck. "Aw, come one Sora. Give me a chance will ya?" He looked thoughtful for a moment before smiling again. "Look, we can go by your place so you can drop off you backpack and get changed or what ever, and then I'll take you to see Iron Man." He said, looking hopeful. Sora had to chuckle. Roxas must really like him already to be trying so damn hard. So Sora sighed, "Alright. You win." Roxas gave a whoop and grinned all the way to Tifa's apartment.
After Sora dropped his backpack off and, as Roxas thought he might, got changed, they were off.
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Roxas and Sora sat in the very back row, in separate seats as the movie started.
But towards the end at the big battle between Iron man and the bad guy in other huge metal robotic suit, Sora was clinging to Roxas and practically in his lap. Sora was never very good with intense movies, and he gasped and shut his his eyes when ever he feared the worst. Roxas smiled softly at the boy that now clung to his side. He put a comforting arm around his shoulders, amazed that the brunette seemed oblivious to what how he was clinging to him. Sora didn't let up until after the credits, when he let out a large breath of relief. Roxas chuckled, "You alright there?" he asked as they stood. Sora nodded blushing as he rubbed his arms. "Sorry...I forgot to warn you." Roxas smiled warmly, "It's okay. I was more then happy to hold you." At that Sora blushed more and headed down the aisle ahead of Roxas. The blonde-haired teen chuckled and followed. Once they were out of the theater, they fell into step together, heading for the small coffee shop on the corner. Roxas ordered a small cappacino, and Sora got a large Carmel icey. As they sat down at one of the outside tables, Roxas' eyes never strayed from Sora's face. Sora took on an almost dreamy expression as he tasted his drink. "Oh my god...this is sooo good..." The brunette mumbled gushingly. Some people glanced over their way and either giggled or looked a bit disturbed by Sora's actions. Roxas didn't care though. He was finally seeing a side of Sora he had never even imagined existed. Sora opened his eyes after a while, and half his Carmel icey later, blushing. "W-What?" He asked, seeing Roxas' unwavering gaze. Roxas smirked slightly, "Nothing. Your just too cute right now." Sora blushed looking down at his drink. He poked his straw around in the shaved ice. "Roxas..." He said in a slightly timid tone. Roxas dropped his smirk. He noticed that Sora looked unsure about something. "Why do you want to go out with me?" The brunette finished. Roxas smiled softly, and gave a soft chuckle. "Because. You need me." He stated, just like he had the night before. This puzzled Sora, but he stayed silent as Roxas went on. "You need someone to look after you. To protect you. Ofcorse It's because I like you too, you know." Sora looked up at him, and suddenly smiled widely. Though he still was unsure, he was willing to mask it, and try to move on. "Alright then." He said, his hands fidgeting slightly. "Please take care of me."
Roxas let out a breath and smiled, reaching across the table to take Sora's hand.
"I will."
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It was after 11pm when Roxas walked Sora home that night. They held hands the whole way. Sora was no longer trying to shut Roxas out, and was more then willing to talk now. He told Roxas about his home town, his friends, and his mom. Never once mentioning his dad. Roxas was listening to it all with willing ears and a small smile, glad to see Sora was finally letting himself open up and enjoy something. When they reached the outside of the apartment door, Sora paused and turned to face Roxas. "So...uhm...I guess this is good night." He said, nibbling his bottom lip. Roxas smiled softly, moving a step closer. He leaned in slightly, "Is it okay if I kiss you goodnight?" Sora blushed deeply, smiling sheepishly. This was the first time he had heard Roxas actually ASK something instead of his normal demanding manor. So Sora nodded gladly, "You may." he said softly, and their lips met. It was different this time, far better then the times before. Sora no longer held himself back as he wiling placed his arms around Roxas' neck. Roxas nibbled lightly on Sora's bottom lip, and soon their two tongues collided. Roxas quickly won dominance and Sora leaned into him more. Before it could get any further, Tifa opened the door. She stood with mouth open as they pulled apart. Sora blushed, ducking his head as he slipped passed her and headed to his room quickly. Roxas smiled and waved, "Hi." Tifa blushed slightly, "Hi! Oh i'm so glad that Sora has found someone...I can't say that I-.." She stuttered, clearly flustered. Roxas laughed lightly, the sound of his bell-like giggles filled the hallway. Tifa laughed a little as well.
"Well, thank you." She told him, giving him a hug. Roxas smiled, "Goodnight, Tifa." The woman smiled warmly, "Good night."
Sora smiled and sighed as he got ready for bed that night. He had a boyfriend. It was different then he thought, but a good different. It seemed now he couldn't get Roxas out of his head...nor the feeling of the last kisses they shared. Tifa knocked on his door and he told her to come in. She instantly came in and pulled him into a hug. "Oh Sora!" She gushed, giggling. "I'm so happy for you!" Sora smiled, hugging her back. Then he frowned slightly, "Tifa...I know I haven't been the greatest nephew sense I came, and I need to apologize." Tifa pulled away, wagging a finger at him. "It's fine. I understand why you were so up set." She told him, sitting on the edge of his bed. He sat next to her, smiling sheepishly. "Thanks." Tifa smiled, "So, wanna tell me about your date?" she asked, giggling.

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Alright!
XD
Way to go Sora. Well now that he has let go of his attitude, things should start getting even more interesting.
and there's a hint of a Seifer/Roxas rivalry.
I'll be bringing in some more people next chapter, so stay tuned for so drama!
Sora