Authors Notes: Part I of Chapter 7. PLEASE REVIEW. I really appreciate it when people read my story but I need feedback, too. Enjoy!
Part I
Kit's POV
"I don't want to go.."
You will do as I say.. You always do, sweetie.
"Is this fun for you? Can't you sympathize with me or is that beyond you, too?"
You'll figure it out sooner or later.
"And if I go.. what can I expect?"
Just go. You'll see when you arrive.
"You won't even warn me this time? If I could I wouldn't be here right now. But the goddamn teachers and fucking students won't let me go down the path I choose."
The only thing you have to worry about right now is the ball. Stop being so dramatic.
"Dramatic? ..I always thought you had a flair for drama."
I'll watch over you.
"I have seen all the things I've been told to see. I've heard all the nasty words people have
thrown at me. I have witnessed death, life and love. All of this for you because you want me
to. And I can't fucking figure out why you always win. Is your grip that strong on me? Is
your grasp so suffocating? All these things are constantly teasing my mind, I know I will
never get the answers, I know I will never understand. But I'm so sick of letting someone win, someone so insignificant, someone who doesn't even exist anymore."
Don't let her win..
Rae POV
"I'm giving Kit a makeover! You won't believe your eyes when you see her tonight." I whispered into his ear during lunch, careful not to let any one else hear. "And she agreed to this?" He seemed stunned but smirked at the thought anyway. "Well no.. but who could turn this down? Lets be realistic here." Vince smiled, let out a little laugh then went back to attacking his sandwich with a fork. Balamb food was never good.
"Hey.. wanna come with me for a sec? I've got more SeeD ball related questions to ask." I stood from my seat and walked out of the cafeteria, looking for a more private spot.
"Hmm.. alright. What did you need to know?" Vince asked, taking a seat on the other side of the bench. "Well.. I've seen the way you look at her, don't deny it either. I think it's cute, so.." I began, "What color dress do you think would look nice on her? I'd personally like to keep her away from black but I'm not sure if I'll win that battle."
He looked at me, raised an eyebrow and said, "Uhh.. Rae. I don't know what you've heard but I'm not good with these kinds of things, if you catch my drift." I erupted into a fit of laughter and shook my head. "That's hardly what I meant, silly. Just answer." He sighed and answered, "Yeah.. anything that isn't black will work." I nodded and ran off. "I'll do my best. See ya, Vince."
Kit POV
We're two different people, Kit. You know I can't control what I say sometimes..
"No, I know." I took a deep breath, hoping to calm myself down a little. "It's just that.. how do I know? It's cloudy.. I'm not always sure."
I don't know why Ultimecia still has a hold on me or why it affects you. Maybe it isn't
Ultimecia..
"Then who could it be? Adel has been taken care of, Edea isn't in the best shape.."
Hyne.. no.. maybe not. I wish I could help. I'm sorry, I'm not sure what I'm saying.
The lump in my throat thickened. "You think.."
Don't pay any attention to me. I've always had a problem with rambling on about things I
know little about. But if I'm correct.. he must have big plans in store for you.
"Meaning?" I swear I could feel my heart stop and the world spin around me furiously. I felt so out of control.. out of touch. Lost.
I guess we'll see.
Rae POV
"Kit, you awake, hun?" I heard some shuffling noises, a light moan and fumbling of the door nob. There she was in all her glory! Messy bed hair, long white shirt, boxers and a disgruntled look on her face. "Good morning!" I squealed, causing her to noticeably cringe. Kit moved aside to let me into her messy, dim room.
"So.. What do you want?" I sat down on a nearby chair and pulled out some magazines.
"We're going shopping soon. It's the grad tonight and I want you to look gorgeous! You're a stunning girl, why not show it off?" Kit looked at me, down at the magazines and back up at me again, "Um.. Thanks for the offer but I think I'll pass." I frowned slightly, "Yeah.. I knew you'd say that. But this will be for Vince, alright?"
"..And I'd care because?" Kit said harshly but quickly changed her tone, "Sorry.." I smiled
and shook my head, assuring her that I understood. I know that it must be tough, being close
to so many new people. Being the new kid is never easy, especially when you're the
Headmasters daughter, the man responsible for saving the world.
"Anyway.. Have you found anything in the magazines so far? I don't mean to rush you or
anything but we only have seven hours until the big night!" Kit quickly flipped through a few more pages before something caught her eye. "Well.. this style looks alright. So Rae, what about yourself? Have you got a dress?" I smiled, looked at the page and shook my head, "Well.. No I don't. But I can find one in a snap. And that dress is perfect, the guys will die when they see you."
Kit's eyes filled with tears and darted towards the door, "So.. Balamb then?"
"Yep! There is this little shop at the end of town, it's hardly known by any one but it's
perfect. We can walk, it won't take long."
"..Ok. But don't get too excited, I won't be staying for long."