Hey guys! i'm sorry this took a little longer than expected. Next week's gonna be my Finals, i decided to post this one now. uh, so yeah.
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Takamachi Nanoha, xYuki and MEAT :): i miss you guys! sorry i haven't been in touch lately... a lot of stuff came up :((
chkim218: what happened to M-F?? it's in this chapter :))
setsunakobayashi: nope they haven't made up yet :(( and about your interpretation, just check out this chap :))
BPHaru: there are a number of MSLN fics so it's okay if you missed this one. i wasn't even planning on writing this but it just kind of popped up in my head. plus, i had a little help here and there so it all kinda came together. spur of the moment i guess. anyway, i hope you like this story :))
Yuki-Kamishiro: it's been a while since i've read a long-ish review. thank you for that... it made my day :)) alex's too so thank you. M-F flashbacks are in this chap. and yes... not seeing each other for a whole week can be rather painful :(( i just hope they make up by the time this fic ends?? hahaha my characters have a mind of their own so i can't really tell :)))) yep! the bold letters are the lyrics. uh, Fate-chan in the end?? idk... you'll just have to read this chap :))
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Thank you so much for all your reviews and I really hope you guys liked the second chapter. I'm not the writer type so i had a little bit of help form Jace-san. I didn't realize how hard it was to write a story so KUDOS to all of the FanFiction writers! I raise my glass to you guys! No more writing for me. I'm leaving all of that to Jace-san now. Again, thank you for taking the time to read the second chapter, this Fiction and all of Jace-san's other Fictions. You guys are the best! xYuki, Nanoha and Niku, I miss you guys. Especially you MEAT =) I hope we can get in touch soon. Maybe after our finals?-Alex
oh i almost forgot... i have a poll on my profile. its' about ULS!!! for those who haven't read it yet, i strongly suggest you do :)) and for those who already have please please please vote. the results are going to be crucial for the next 5 chapters. i want to know your opinions and suggestions :))
the italics in this chapter are the flashbacks. e.g : sunday morning... if it's in between the lyrics and it's not italicized then it's in real time. hope you guys don't get confused :) oh and the Sunday flashback was taken from chapter 2. Just in case you guys forgot. that's it i guess...?
-jace-san
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Of Broken Bones and Promises
A fiction by Jace-san
Chapter 3
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"Mm, cute guy," a familiar voice said behind her.
A small smile tugged at Nanoha's lips as she turned around and hugged the girl.
"Happy Birthday Hayate," Nanoha greeted.
"Thank you and thanks for coming." As they pulled apart, Hayate gave Nanoha a once over. "You look wonderful," she complimented with a smile. "If I knew you'd be wearing something like this," she said, pointing to the brunette's dress, "I would've worn a bikini, that way I'd look hotter." She gave Nanoha her signature Hayate pose.
Nanoha gave her long-time friend an honest smile. Hayate always knew when to cheer her up.
"At last a smile! I thought your only facial expression was this," Hayate grimaced.
Nanoha gave the girl a playful swat on the arm. "Hey!"
"You've been frowning ever since you got here," she pointed out.
A flash of guilt crossed Nanoha's face.
"Oh, where's my gift?" Hayate asked, quickly changing the subject.
"Uh… I put it on the dining table together with everyone else's gifts," Nanoha replied, jerking a thumb to the direction of the three-storey house.
"Oh, goody!" she said cheerfully, jumping up and down. "By the way, where's Fate?"
Nanoha looked away and folded her arms around her chest defensively.
"I don't know. I'm not her mother."
Hayate scoffed. "Na. No. Ha~ that fight was a week ago! You two should've made up by now."
"Can you just drop it? Please?"
Hayate sighed. "Alright, but we are so having this conversation later tonight. You're lucky I have to host this party."
As she walked away, Hayate pointed a finger at the brunette threateningly. Nanoha just rolled her eyes.
After a bit of entertaining and drinking with her guests, Hayate went up the make-shift stage and took the microphone one of the band members handed to her. She cleared her throat and began. "Good evening everyone! First off, I'd like to thank you all for coming tonight. I know being nineteen isn't as big as being eighteen, but a party's a party, right?" She paused as everyone cheered. "Second, for those who brought gifts, a million thanks. After all no gift, no entry, right?" she laughed. "I'm kidding, I'm kidding."
A number of relieved sighs could be heardall over the patio.
"That's it I guess. Have fun tonight! Enjoy the food and the music."
Before the short-haired girl could come down the stage, everyone started singing the 'Happy Birthday' song.
"Is everyone having a good time?" the voice rang as everyone started eating.
Nanoha turned her head to the direction of the stage at a neck-breaking speed.
"Fate," Signum and Shamal said in unison.
The blonde was on stage wearing an onyx cropped jacket, a lavender silk shirt, tight fitting jeans and a pair of purple gladiators. Her hair was held up in a high ponytail by a—
—white ribbon…
—Nanoha 's white ribbon.
"Many happy returns to the birthday girl. I wish you all the best. Oh, my gift's the huge box with the blue ribbon on top."
Nanoha looked at Hayate who simply shrugged and gave her a smug grin.
"The song is 'The Mess I Made' by Parachute. I'm aware that it's sung by a guy so I'll try to turn it into my own version. Anyway, it's about regretting the fact that you didn't try harder… doing nothing about it… and realizing your mistakes." Fate took a deep breath. "I really am sorry."
The piano accompanied Fate's pristine voice as she sang the first few verses.
Should've kissed you there
I should've held your face
I should've watched those eyes
Instead of run in place
Sunday morning…
"I don't know… I really messed up."
"You love her, don't you?"
"More than life itself."
"Good. Now, go."
"Mm."
Click.
I should've called you out
I should've said your name
I should've turned around
I should've looked again
Monday afternoon…
"Hey Hayate."
"Fate… Look, I'm sor-"
"No, it's fine… it was my fault for lying to her."
"But…"
"No, really it's fine. I…uh, I kind of… came here to ask a favor. It's about Nanoha."
"Sure! Whatever it is, I'm happy to help."
"Thank you."
"It's no problem."
But oh, I'm staring at the mess I made
I'm staring at the mess I made
I'm staring at the mess I made
As you turn, you take your heart and walk away
Shamal nudged Nanoha who was staring in utter shock. The brunette shook her head violently and turned to Shamal mouthing, "What?"
The rest of the band came in.
Should've held my ground
I could've been redeemed
For every second chance
That changed its mind on me
Shamal looked at Fate then back at Nanoha. "She loves you, you know."
Nanoha felt her heartbeat pick up at Shamal's simple declaration. She almost burst into tears.
I should've spoken up
I should've proudly claimed
That oh, my head's to blame
For all my heart's mistakes
Tuesday afternoon…
"How's your ankle?"
"How's Nanoha?"
"She's fine. Your ankle?"
"She's still sleeping in your dorm room, right?"
"Yes, she still is. Ankle?"
"Has she been eating right?"
"Yes."
"How about her classes?"
"She's doing fine."
"Does she have enough clothes?"
"Yes."
"Are you sure? You can grab some from the drawer over there."
"I'm sure but if you insist..."
"How about—"
"If you ask me one more question about Nanoha, I swear… I'll sprain your other ankle!"
"I'm sorry Signum. It's just that… I worry."
"I know. We all do…"
But oh, I'm staring at the mess I made
I'm staring at the mess I made
I'm staring at the mess I made
As you turn, you take your heart and walk away
Wednesday noon…
"Where do you want to eat lunch today Nanoha?"
"Anywhere's fine Shamal."
"Might I suggest the open field beside the Music and Arts building?"
"Hey, that's a good idea Signum!"
"Yeah, that sounds good. Let's get going."
"So… Nanoha, how's your day so far?"
"Pretty plain. English was a bore. History was pretty interesting though; the class got into a debate with the teacher. How about you guys?"
"Calculus made me want to skewer my brain."
"Tell me something I don't know."
"That's not funny Signum! It's really was hard and—hey, isn't that Fate over there?"
"Where?"
"There. I guess her ankle's gotten better."
"…"
"Aren't those guys fourth year Music majors? I wonder why she's with them? Nanoha?"
"Huh? I don't know?"
"Signum?"
"Beats me…?"
And it's you
And it's you
And it's you
And it's you…
Thursday morning…
"Okay everybody, practice is over. First years, please take care of the net. Second years, you guys are in charge of returning the balls to the Athletics department."
"Yes coach!"
"Coach!"
"Ah … Fate! How is you ankle? Feeling better?"
"Yes, thank you for asking. Coach? I want to… talk to you about something."
"Sure what is it?"
"Can we go to your office?"
"Alright, just let me call the team captain… where's Ginga? Gi—"
"No! I've… uh, already talked to her about it."
"Okay. Let's head to my office then."
And it's falling down
As you walk away
And it's on me now
As you go…
Friday…
"I'm not sure what I want. Signum, what do you think?"
"No clue. I'm not the girly type, remember?"
"Just pick a color okay? White, red or blue?"
"Can't you just flip a coin or something?"
"There are 3 colors to choose from!"
"Then find a three-sided coin!"
"There is no such thing as a three-sided coin! Come on, just pick a color okay?"
"Why don't you go with the blue one, Fate? That's her favorite color right?"
"Yeah. But does it look nice?"
"Yeah."
"You sure?"
"I'm sure."
"Blue it is."
"I am never going shopping with you… ever."
"Yeah 'cause you already have Shamal."
"Oh shut up. It's not as if I like shopping."
"I know. You're just too whipped to turn her down."
"Let's head to the counter and pay for this thing already."
"Hah! You didn't deny it!"
"Whatever…"
'I hope she'll like it…'
But oh, I'm staring at the mess I made
I'm staring at the mess I made
I'm staring at the mess I made
As you turn, you take your heart and walk away
Fate held the mic tightly in her hands as she felt her heartbeat start to slow down. The song was almost over and she had yet to find the gorgeous pair of cerulean eyes among the sea of people.
And it's falling down
As you walk away
And it's on me now
As you go
'I can't find her…' Fate thought.
But oh, I'm staring at the mess I made
I'm staring at the mess I made
I'm staring at the mess I made
As you turn, you take your heart and walk away
The crowd erupted in cheers. Some even twirled their table napkins in the air.
"Thank you," Fate said in a monotone voice. She turned around, stepped off the stage, and quickly made a beeline for the front door of Hayate's house.
It took a while for Nanoha to snap out of her daze but when she did, she stood up instantly and sprinted for the door not caring if anyone saw her. When she reached the front door, she turned the knob and flung the door open and screamed, "Fate!"
"Nanoha," a deep voice greeted behind her.
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Ta Da! so that's the 3rd chapter... one more to go? idk? maybe two??
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