Hey, guys. Sorry for the longest delay. It's finally summer. And it's the last chapter. So please enjoy this. Comment and critique. Thank you so much.

-honeyiris

Disclaimer: I do not own Kingdom Hearts.


Character Profile:

Roxas Strife
-Age: 25
-Eye color: Shades of blue
-Birthday: December 11th
-Horoscope: Sagittarius

Naminé Cerise
-Age: 25
-Eye color: Shades of medium purple and orchid(color)
-Birthday: June 10th
-Horoscope: Gemini


..::Chapter 9::..

Time

".. You know, we could really use this time to go get something to eat."

"But, it's getting to the exciting part! Naminé, two hours? Please."

"No. It's sunny outside, for crying out loud! Why would you stay indoors gaming when there's finally sunshine outside? And it's finally a day off. Goodness gracious. Get your lazy butt up."

"One ho—"

"30 minutes."

"But it takes 45 minutes to finish one session of League of Legends! Come on. One hour?"

"Can we go eat first? Roxy, please? Then you can game the rest of the afternoon. You've been on since this morning. Don't you ever get hungry?"

"Okay, okay. Goodness. Acting like my wife already. Just marry me."

Naminé rolled her eyes at him and laughed. "Roxy, get dressed. I'm hungry. And don't forget to clean up."

"Give me a moment." Roxas ran up the carpet steps and into his room to throw on some jeans.

"Babe, can we go buy some bubble tea first?" Naminé leaned against the staircase railing.

"Yea."

The couple headed out the house, fingers interlocked.

It was just a normal day, just like any other day. The white puffs of moist rolled across the vast, blue sky. "I don't know if it's just me, but I feel like something's going to happen."

"Like what?" the blonde boy glanced over.

"I actually don't know. I just feel like there's something special about today. Haha. It's probably just me being weird again. Ignore me, please."

Roxas gave a little chuckle and tightened his hold on her hand. "Silly as always. So where do you wanna go eat?"

"Dumplings?"

As they ambled into the shop together, there was the usual sweet scent of dumplings and soy sauce. A middle aged Chinese woman stood behind the counter, shooting them a warm smile as she walked off to the side table. The blonde couple walked over to their usual table by the window. The open window acted as an entrance for rays of sunlight to preheat the wooden seats. Naminé sipped the last of her Taro bubble tea, dropping the empty plastic container into the small trashcan at the corner.

"Wanna get veggie dumplings? Or do you still want chicken?"

"Both? We can get a plate of each. I'll go order, 'kay?" The blonde haired boy slid off the high chair and ambled towards the Chinese lady.

"Excuse me, miss? May I take a seat here?" Naminé turned her head, brushing her bangs to the side. There was an elderly woman smiling warmly at her. "Of course."

"Oh. Thank you. I appreciate it."

"Hey, Nami. They said that it'll be here in a few minutes."

The old lady looked up at the blonde boy, her eyes containing a genuine sparkle. "Hello there. I'm guessing you two are a couple?"

"Hey. My name's Roxas," grabbing Naminé's hand, "and she's my better half!"

Naminé's cheeks turned a tinted pink color as her face went warm. She rested Roxas's hand onto the table and clasped gently onto it. "Hi. I'm Naminé. Try not to mind him... he gets a little too excited most of the time."

"Oh, young couples. I don't quite remember so much when I was young like you two are. How long have you two been in love?"

"20 years."

The blonde girl looked into Roxas's eyes and smiled; a soft, reassured smile. "We've both graduated from college already. Today's just a day off. Do you have anywhere you're supposed to go to?"

"Today's my husband's birthday. I just wanted to drop off at his favorite shop."

"Oh… I'm sorry."

"It's fine. I know he's waiting for me. I'm going to meet with him soon," the old lady stared at the ground with a nostalgic expression. She gave out a faint smile. "Make the best of now, young ones. You two still have quite a while to go," she paused, then continued, "I have to go now. Thank you for today. I really appreciate it. Goodbye."

"No problem... Thank you for today as well. Good bye."

The fragile, white-haired woman spared them a frail smile as she paced out the door.

As the couple was given their order of dumplings, they chatted away. "The old lady… do you think she'll ever come again?"

"I don't know... She said that she's going to go meet up with her husband soon, right? She knew that she doesn't have much time left."

Naminé frowned.

"It's going to be fine. They're going to be together again. Isn't that something to be happy about?"

"Mhm. I guess… Hey, Roxas. Do you remember the tree?"

"Mhm. Yea."

The sun was setting, the rim of its circular perimeter gave off a crimson glow. The clouds rolled across the autumn- colored sky. The ocean waves washed against the rocks stacked onto a tiny strip of thin land, leaning against the base of the mountain. The young couple strolled up the hill, grass whistling and moving with the gentle winds. The path consisted of sand, complementing the mood as they stepped onto the small rocks covered with the bits of sand. It was peaceful, with only the sounds of nature in motion. Only the tree at the crest of the hill shook off dry leaves that traveled down the path.

The tree. The same tree from 20 years ago.

"Time passes so fast.. Too fast."

"Haha. Remember when you told me that boys weren't allowed to cry?" laughed Roxas.

"Shut up." Naminé shot him a sarcastic look.

"Do you remember… when I was up that tree, crying? Oh god. I was so tiny and.. silly."

Roxas chuckled. "Don't remind me. You dropped an apple on my head while I was sleeping. Nice way to get my attention."

She nudged him playfully, letting out a laugh. They both sat down, leaning against the tree, facing the ocean. The remaining bits of sunlight shone dimly on their faces. As they both watched the sunset, Naminé quietly rested her head on Roxas's shoulder. The boy quietly reached for her hand, interlocking with her fingers. Silence filled the air, as warmth passed through their hands.

"Naminé—"

"Shh. Just listen to the ocean. Listen to the waves." She whispered.

Roxas leaned his head on Naminé's, as if to acknowledge her words.

No words were spoken as they both witnessed the sun disappear behind the mountains. The girl quietly closed her eyes, clutching onto the boy's hand for warmth.

Roxas stared up at the vast sky filled with distant, tiny dots of light.

"Naminé, look. It's a full moon tonight," he whispered, waiting for her response.

The girl opened her eyes, shaking her head, as if trying to figure out if she was awake or not. "Woah. It's already so late. Do you need to go home?"

"It's fine. My aunt's not home today, remember?"

"Mhm. Oh yea."

Roxas stood up, taking Naminé hand and helping her up.

"I would love to dance with this beautiful girl in front of me right now. May I?"

Naminé laughed as she placed her hand on his. He pulled her close, placing both arms around her waist.

She wrapped her arms gently around his neck, leaning on his chest. Their steps complemented each other. Back and forth, back and forth.

"You know, I don't have my phone with me right now, so I can't tell you when it's 11:11. But, we don't need 11:11 to make a wish, right? We can make one any time." He whispered into her ear.

"Well then, I wish there was food in front of me right now."

"Haha. Sorry, I don't know magic."

They smiled, letting out a soft chuckle.

"I can hear your heart beating, Roxas."

He let her words fade into the darkness.

"This morning, I wasn't joking when I said for you to marry me. You know that, ri—"

DONG.

DONG.

DONG.

"The church bell… It's midnight already," she unwrapped her arms and stared off into the distance, where the church stood.

"Roxas, don't you—"

He appeared in front of her, down on one knee. He placed his hand out towards hers, and stared into her eyes.

She stood there with a bewildered expression.

"I've been in love with you since 20 years ago, since the day I met you. Would you allow me to spend forever with you?"

Naminé felt her eyes go teary.

"Roxas… why would that even be a question?"

She dropped onto her knees, grabbing him by the face and pressing her lips against his with no hesitation. Her tears rolling down her face, her lips trembling, and a million thoughts racing through her head. She smiled; a flushed smile. Even with their lips locked, the couple started laughing.

Abruptly, Naminé stopped. She pulled back and got up.

"Roxas, let's go home. I'm hungry. Like... extremely hungry."

Roxas looked at her with a blank expression. Then laughter followed.

"What?"

"Nothing. Just thinking about how much money I'll have to make for you to spend."

"…"

"It's fine. Let's go home and eat?"

"Then come on! Let's hurry!"

The blonde girl jumped up and clutched onto Roxas's hand, pulling him forward.

The couple strolled down the pavement down the hill, towards the city.

Just like how they did 20 years ago.


Hey, readers. So, here it is. The last chapter. Tell me what you guys think about it. Thank you for all the comments and critiques. Really. Thank you for much.

So, the birthday present has been completed. Haha. It took me long enough. It's been a long year.

I'm planning to write a few more short stories before starting on an actual complicated storyline. Please continue to support me. DD:

This story has been so mushy and cheesy beyond belief. I laughed when I reread what I wrote in the past. Oh my goodness. Namine and Roxas will always be my favorites. I promise I won't put as much cheese as I did in this story, in my next story. Seriously. I sit in front of my computer and read what I write, and then I squeal and laugh. This is a lot of cheese to handle. Haha.

You guys are seriously awesome. I can't thank you enough for all the amazing comments. 3

I'll see you guys again soon. I promise.

-honeyiris