Authors Notes: I'm sorry it took so long. I was away for the summer and haven't had a chance to write. Thanks for the reviews.
Kit's POV
Food.. just the thought of it made me sick. The only thing Vince could force me into eating was a small chicken salad, and I admit, it did look good.
"How's the salad?" Vince asked, pointing at it from across the table. I scrunched my face up a little and poked some lettuce, "It's alright.. I guess." He let out a small laugh and teasingly warned, "We won't be leaving until you finish that salad, alright? So eat." I nodded slightly and looked back down at my unfinished lunch. I put the fork down for now and tried to get Vincent's attention.
"What's our next mission, Mr.Leader?" He looked up from his sandwich and forced some muffled words out, his food was still busy being chewed. "Nooneknowsyet." He quickly swallowed and continued on, "Your father hasn't told us anything lately, we aren't even sure if there will be another mission at all."
"I'll speak with him later. Although I'm not sure what that will do.." I noticed her lips tremble as she said this, all signs pointing to trouble.
Vincent's POV
Walking back with Kit was a nice way to end the morning. She looked especially nice today, even after all of the tears she shed the other night. It was a calm day, a little chilly maybe, but nothing a good coat couldn't fix. "You cold at all?" I asked suddenly, noticing the goose bumps covering her arms. She nodded slightly but tried to turn down the jacket I was offering. "No.. No.. you need it just as much as I do. I'll be fine, promise." I moved closer to Kit and quickly placed the jacket over her cold skin. Kit gave me a small smile, shook her head in annoyance and continued on down the street. A few moments of silence were had while I simply stared at her, trying to take it all in. The marks still apparent on her arms reminded me of every moment when I couldn't sleep at night, thinking about what she could be doing without me ever knowing. That scared me to death.
"How are the arms doing?" I asked shyly, gently touching the large scars on her dainty wrists. She looked ashamed, and embarrassed but simply answered, "..Better." and quietly cleared her throat. "Have you been putting anything on it? There's stuff to help clean out cuts, if you need any, just ask." Suddenly something changed, she didn't look well, and certainly didn't look happy either. "I'm fine.. I can handle myself, thanks. Keep out of my business." Kit said harshly, quickening her pace.
"I'm just worried, that's all. Come back here!" I shouted out towards her, and for a moment she turned back to look at me.
"Don't worry about me. I'll get it right someday. Until then, enjoy the time we have left." She suddenly fell to the ground, clutching her head viciously. "SHE WON'T GO AWAY!"
Tears poured from her eyes, and I took her into my arms. "We need to talk to Dr.Kadowaki about this, alright? You can't do this alone." I said firmly, helping her to her feet. She clutched onto my arm, nails slightly digging into my skin and said in an almost crazed way,
"They'll lock me up.. You'll never see me again.. Not until.."
"I won't let that happen.. I'll never leave your side." I wrapped my arms around her for support and kept walking. We needed to get back, we needed to see the doctor. No more excuses this time.
The rest of the walk was completely silent, neither of us speaking once. Nothing could be said, there was nothing I could say that would change what was happening to her. After minutes of straight walking, we arrived back at Garden, and it was perfect timing. Although having Kit near me helped keep me warm, I was freezing cold and in need of a coffee or.. four.
"VINCE! VINCE! You guys okay?" A voice from the distanced called out. The voice belonged to none other than Rae herself, and she quickly ran over to see us. "We're alright.. Have you seen Dr. Kadowaki?" I asked quickly, urgency filling my voice. "No, I haven't. She's probably on her break right now. Are either of you hurt!" Panic filled Rae's eyes, and she gave us a once over, checking for any signs of injury. "You could say that.. If you see her, tell her to come to Kit's dorm. It's an emergency." Rae nodded frantically and ran off, "I'll look for her! Don't worry, she'll be there in no time!"
"See, kiddo? You'll be fine.. Now let's get back to that dorm of yours." Kit looked up at me and smiled weakly. I lifted her up once again and carried her the rest of the way. Luckily, most students were busy amongst themselves and didn't seem to notice.
When we finally arrived, I gently placed her under the covers and let sleep take over. I hoped for no nightmares to come.
Kit's Dream POV
"Mother.. Is that you?"
"Yes."
"Why are you doing this to me?"
"I'm doing nothing to you. This is your story, this is your time. I merely steer you in the right direction.. a push is all you receive from me."
"What happened to you? Why are you like this?"
"Watch.."
Years and years ago..
Rinoa stood, surrounded by darkness, hidden from all sources of light that brightens the world. Long black dress, slim clawed hands, and gold eyes gleaming in the dark. Her knight, her only love Squall inches from her stood, protecting her from her old friends. The people that 'loved' her, or so they said. He fought them for her.. But none died, they all lived. A show indeed, but every show must end. Squall turns to face the woman he loves, the woman who bore his child, the woman who changed him.. And drew his sword, aiming it at her. Three whispered words were the last she heard, and the piercing of her heart was the last memory.. She whispered the words back before slipping away, letting the Reaper take her. Squall cries tears of all sorts, and as does the other spectators. Those tears continued to flow for years.. Squall still cries himself to sleep at night.
"Do you remember those markings?"
"The cuts? Yes.."
"He wanted so badly to be with me. But after such a trick, after piercing my heart and ending my dream.. I didn't want his company. I don't need his company."
"You brought it on yourself."
"Yes, I suppose I did. But as do all sorceresses, and you'll be next. I'd keep both eyes
on Vincent at all times, if I were you."
"Vince won't do it to me, either."
"Your time is running out.."
END OF DREAM
"Kit, you alright in there? It's Dr. Kadowaki, I'm here to see you."
I immediately rose from the bed, sleepy eyed and scared, so that I could open the door for her. My legs weren't steady but I wasn't about to let Vince do everything for me. I'm not that weak. At least, I didn't used to be..
"Come along, dear. And Vince is welcome, too." She pulled me away with one arm around my shoulders, leading me towards the infirmary. Vincent dragged on behind us, watching over me in a protective matter.
When we arrived at the infirmary, I could smell and taste the death that lingered in the air.
"You should go and lay down in there, I'd like to speak with Vince for a moment." I did as I was told but kept one eye open the entire time.
Vincent's POV
"Why are you asking me? Shouldn't you be asking the person in need?" I said harshly, I've never once trusted doctors and I wasn't about to start now. "I'll speak to her in a moment, but I want to hear what you have to say about this. You're the only reason why she's here right now." I sat down and tried to be speak, but an interruption at the door changed everything.
"DR.KADOWAKI, I KNOW YOU'RE IN HERE!"
That whiny voice.. I know it so well..
"I'M HERE TO ASK ABOUT SOMETHING PERSONAL!"
Oh shit.. Is it?
Kate..
"Yes, Kate. Come on in!" And sure enough, there she was. Walking straight for us, until she
noticed that one of the room were occupied. She stopped to check it out and finished by making some sort of gagging noise, followed by a mumbled insult. "Heya Kate, got herpies?" I stood from my seated position and gave her a huge, fake smile and wave. "Ohhh, that was a good one Vince! At least I'm not going around fucking THAT THING!" She pointed carelessly over to Kit's still form, shaking her head. "Every girl wants you and you go for that! I hope she stays with you for a while at least because no one else will touch you after you lay your hands on that."
Laughing, Kate walked over to the doctor and whispered something into her ear, staring at me the entire time. "Kate, I'm afraid that is against the rules. I can't help you with that, I'm sorry." Kate pouted for a moment and then walked over to me, shaking her ass the whole way. "Don't worry baby," she wrapped her arms around me, using one finger to trace a heart across my chest, "Any time you need a real woman, I'll still accept you. Don't think twice about coming to see me once and a while.." She then walked off, blowing a kiss before exiting the door.
"Dear god.." Was all I could muster, rage clogging my mind. "Haha.. Don't pay any attention to her, Vince. Now, tell me everything."
I nodded and went on.. "I think.. I think Rinoa is talking to Kit." Dr.Kadowaki pulled out a notebook and pen, looking somewhat shocked over the whole thing. "And it's getting worse, like Rinoa is trying to control her every thought and movement. And now Kit is having nightmares.. Nightmares with Rinoa in them."
"If it gets any worse, Vince. Tell me about it immediately." I shook my head and stood up, walking over to where Kit lay. I took her hand in mine, kissed it and watched her stir impatiently. "We can go now?" Kit asked, stretching slightly. I nodded and helped her up, holding her from behind.
We were both out of the infirmary in a matter of seconds, neither of us wanting to stick around in a place like that. But Dr.Kadowaki remained in the same spot all along and said something.. Something I couldn't quite catch.
Dr.Kadowaki's POV
"The next time you come, we'll put her away for good."