OMG, last theme! –sob- I just had to save this one for last, seeing as how 'Destiny' is kind of a staple theme in Kingdom Hearts. ;D This one is written in note form, so hopefully it's not too confusing. –sweatdrops- I think this one may be one of my favorites of this challenge. I can relate to it a lot, heh heh.
Enjoy!
Theme: Destiny
Rating: T
Hey Riku!
Can you believe this homework? Our teachers get crazier every year. I sure wouldn't mind a naptime. At least we still get recess. Meet me by the fence?
-Sora
Sora,
We're in the fourth grade. I'd be scared if there was a naptime. And why are we passing notes? We're sitting right next to each other!
-Riku
Riku, Miss Belle is bound to catch us always talking and separate us like they do every year! At least now we need notebook paper for class, so we can use it. Smart, eh?
Sora –
It's not so smart when you fold the paper so weird. You can hear them crinkling from across the room. At least Miss Belle doesn't hear it. The Beast would probably tear you apart.
Riku –
The Beast? Sounds like your dad. :3
Sora –
No, not my dad. The other 4th grade teacher. He's really nasty, so everyone calls him The Beast.
Riku, I could take him on. Mom falls for my puppydog eyes all the time. You've seen them in action!
Oh, only a few more minutes until recess! Dodgeball?
You're on.
--
Riku, you are a dirty cheater. Hello. We're not in elementary school anymore. I can tell you're kicking the ball towards me on purpose. Jerk.
Sora, you CAN catch it, you know. I'm not the jerk here.
You always aim right between my eyes! UBER JERK.
Sora, we're in the sixth grade. I think you can come up with better insults than that.
...Jerkwad.
If you can't think of anything else, can you please stop passing me notes? We need to know this stuff for the final.
Puh-leeze. Finals aren't for a MONTH. You study too much. :P
At least I study.
Hey, I make good grades!
Because I help you study.
...Jerkface.
--
Riku –
Why didn't you tell me about your parents last night? We didn't have to spar that whole time. We never do. What the heck?
-Sora
Sora, I just didn't feel like talking about it. Stop passing me notes. I'm trying to pay attention.
You're sleeping. Don't lie to me. And having divorced parents isn't so bad. At least your dad is staying on the island, right?
I'd really rather not talk about this right now.
Ha, we're not talking. We're writing. Are you feeling okay? Seriously.
Fine and dandy. Please leave me alone, Sora.
No! Do you know how much I hated hearing the news from my mom instead of from you? We're both worried about you. And my dad will be, once he finds out. We just want you to talk to us, Riku.
Well, I don't want to. Just leave me alone.
--
Riku...I'm really sorry for blowing up at you like that. I think now I know how you felt when your parents divorced. I was just...really angry, I guess, and you were in my line of fire. I'm sorry.
-Sora
Sora –
I'm sorry, too. I just want to help you now like you wanted to help me back then. I'm so sorry.
-Riku
There's nothing to be sorry about.
Sora...I can't help it. I mean, at least my dad is still on the island. I can't help but feel bad.
Mom's probably talked to your mom, but the funeral is at noon this Sunday. You can come if you want.
Of course I'll come! Don't be stupid. Friends?
Yeah. Do you have any idea how to work out this problem?
The answer's negative six. And the homework is problems 1-13 on page 143.
What would I do without you?
--
Riku –
I'm passing you a note 'cause I don't want Kairi to hear, but you can see EVERYTHING under her gown. Why did they make the girls wear white?
Sora –
Beats me. I don't know why we even have caps and gowns for an 8th grade graduation. We should've went to the island and practiced sparring.
And miss this? Not on your life!
We did you even notice that thing about Kairi's gown?
Uh, hello. I'm sure I'm not the only one. Those lights are REALLY bright.
I think Selphie's telling her. Kairi looks really embarrassed. Ha ha.
Hey, don't laugh! In a few hours, we'll officially be high school students. We have to stick together.
Whatever, Sora. Can you stop passing me notes now?
NEVER!
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Riku –
SOS! I don't understand ANY of these problems!
Sora –
If you'd been taking notes instead of napping, maybe you would.
Well...hmph. :P Did you notice those juniors that were waving at you this morning?
What are you talking about?
They were totally checking you out! Imagine if you dated an upperclassman. All the rest of us lowly freshmen would bow at your feet. You'd be THE MAN!
Not interested. Pay attention.
What do you mean 'not interested'? Is there ANYONE you like?
No. Need help on the homework tonight?
You're a lifesaver!
--
Dude, Riku, why were you freaking out so bad last night? All we did was share a paopu.
Well, I guess I thought you'd be weirded out, considering nowadays people share them and suddenly they're going steady.
Pffft, it's not like WE can go steady. Besides, you're my best friend. I want our destinies to intertwine.
Good. You don't think it's weird?
Why would I?
No reason. Want to meet on the island today and spar?
You're on! ;D
--
RIKU –
OMG I FINALLY DID IT! AHH, OMG. TODAY IS AWESOME!
Uh, why?
I finally asked Kairi out!
I take it she said yes?
YES! Oh man, Riku, you totally need to find a woman. This is the best feeling in the world!
We're sophmores. I should hardly think it's that urgent.
Psssh, whatever. OMG!
Congrats. Now stop grinning like that or it'll fall off your face.
You wish!!! By the way, you're not jealous or anything, are you? 'Cause I know she liked both of us.
You guys look good together. I'm happy for you.
Okay, awesome!!!
--
Riku, I'm sooo sorry I bailed on our study night! Kairi called and we lost track of time and then she came over for a movie marathon. I'M SORRY!!! D:
Sora –
Don't worry about it. I actually got some work done.
Meanie:P
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Hey Riku –
Kairi and I are having a party for our one-year anniversary. Wanna come?
-Sora
I don't know. Maybe.
C'mon, everyone will be there! Plus, I feel like I haven't seen you in AGES. We need to catch up!
Well, you're always with Kairi.
I'm sorry.
It's all right. I should've expected as much.
Huh?
People always spend the most time with their boyfriends or girlfriends. It's only natural.
Well, I don't want to be like that! I promise to try and hang out with you more. Pleeease come to the party?
Yeah, okay. It'll be better than sitting at home.
Yay!
--
Riku, are you okay? You haven't looked very good since the party.
Ha-ha. Thanks a lot.
Oh, you know what I mean. You just seem kind of out of it. What's up?
Nothing, Sora. Really. Can I please take some notes?
Just one more question – want to hang out with me and Kairi after school?
No thanks.
Look, Riku, are you mad she brought alcohol? I know you're against it and all since, well, your dad's such an alcoholic, but you didn't have to drink any.
I didn't.
Really? Ugh, I must've missed that. I must be a total lightweight 'cause I only had a few beers and can't remember certain bits of the party. Kairi says I totally disappeared for like a half an hour.
Really now? Ack, I think this is going to be on the final. Better pay attention.
Yes, really?
Riku?
Rikuuuuu...
Fine, don't answer my paper footballs! Nyeah. :P
--
HEY RIKU!
Can you believe they're talking about caps and gowns!? Graduation isn't for MONTHS!
Yeah, but they need to order them and stuff.
Oh yeah. Haha, remember our 8th grade graduation? I bet Kairi's hoping the girls won't be wearing white this year.
I heard it's blue all around.
Darn! Hehehe.
Haha Did they take five minutes to measure your head or what, Spike?
It's not my fault that my hair rules!
Whatever. Time is really flying...
Tell me about it! Although sometimes I think it couldn't come fast enough. Kairi and I might get an apartment near the community college, and I can't wait!
You're staying here? What about that big state school in Radiant Garden?
Well, Kairi wants to stay here and I don't want to leave her. I can always transfer later. What are you going to do?
I don't know anymore.
--
Dear Sora,
By the time you read this, I'll probably be gone. Don't tell anyone I've written this, though. I don't think it would look good for you if you knew that the class valedictorian dropped out.
I left because I realized that I wanted different things than everyone thought I did. I guess I was tired of being a puppet. I'm going somewhere to get my G.E.D. since no self-respecting workplace would hire a high school dropout. Well, at least I hope they wouldn't.
I don't know where I'm going. All I know is that I had to leave. Every day just hurts because I could never be myself on that island. I don't think I ever can be.
Please don't try to look for me. I'll find some way to contact you when I'm ready, whether it's ten months or ten years from now.
I'm sorry.
Yours,
Riku
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Riku –
I feel silly sending this in a bottle since it probably won't reach you, but it's been a year and I'm going crazy. Please, please come see me.
-Sora
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RETURN TO SENDER
Dear Riku,
I'm sending this to Radiant University hoping you're there. I really want to talk to you. I just...I want to see you. I miss you.
RETURN TO SENDER
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To whom it may concern:
I will admit that I don't subscribe to Travel, nor do I read it often, but I was flipping through your latest issue at the grocery store today, and I noticed that your article about the resort at Atlantica was written by a Riku Narumi. Could you please forward this letter to him, if it's not too much trouble? He is my best friend, but we haven't spoken in three years. I miss him a lot. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Sora Nakamura
--
Sora,
I can't believe you read even one word of Travel. That doesn't sound like you at all.
Jokes aside, thank you for that effort. I must've started a hundred letters to you over these last few years, especially right after I left, but that's no excuse, I suppose.
I see you're still living on the islands. I hope everyone is doing well. Drop me a line when you have the time.
Yours,
Riku
RIKU!
What's with the formality!? I've miss you so much, you have no idea, you jerk! I can't believe you didn't even tell your own MOTHER you were leaving. She was crying sooo hard at graduation.
But anyway, how have you been?? It looks like you're traveling a lot! I've always wanted to visit Olympus, you lucky duck!
I've been doing great. I never got to transfer to Radiant Uni, but the people at the community college are so awesome, so I don't really mind! Kairi's glad I stayed – and so am I. You'll NEVER believe it (or maybe you will!), but last month, I finally popped the question – and she said YES! I was so nervous, you have no idea. The wedding date is set for sometime this spring (so soon!), and now that I have a hold of you, I want to ask – will you be my best man? I can't think of anyone who would be better!
Please let me know!
Sora
Dear Sora,
Congratulations on your engagement. You had nothing to be nervous about.
I'm very sorry to say this, but I'll be away most of the spring doing an article on the Pride Lands, and I can't get away. I'm sorry. In fact, I'll be leaving next week for preparations (it's a highly dangerous area), so I'll write and let you know when I'm back on civilized land.
I'm really sorry. Congrats again.
Yours,
Riku
Riku,
Okay, it's been SIX MONTHS. Surely you must be back by now! Unless you got eaten by a lion or something...
The wedding was really nice; what Kairi and I always dreamed of. You'll have to see the video WHEN you come to visit (hint, hint!). Kairi and I graduated from the community college a few months back, but we're still living in the same apartment. Not for long, though, because – she's pregnant!!! (How did I manage not to write that at the start!?)
Kairi and I are totally thrilled! Ha, now you'll eventually HAVE to visit, Uncle Riku!
Sora
Dear Sora,
I'm sorry it's been so long...errr, well, a year, in fact, since I last wrote. Things have been insane with the magazine and with life.
Congratulations on Kairi's pregnancy. She must be quite far along now. I'm sure you'll both make great parents.
I'm not so sure on visiting, though. I...
I never had a chance to talk to you or anyone about it. In fact, it's the first time I've really told anyone besides the women who try to hit on me when I go out, but...
Alright, I'll just write it:
I'm gay. There, I wrote it.
I've known since high school and I wasn't sure how you – or anyone – would take it. It's part of the reason I left, to be honest – most of the island is so closed-minded and I couldn't take it.
Well, now that you know, you can decide for yourself if you ever want to see me again. I'll be waiting.
Yours,
Riku
--
We are pleased to announce the birth of Arlene Lea Nakamura, born to Sora and Kairi Nakamura on April 26 at 1:43 a.m.
Born 9 lbs, 1oz; 21 inches long with dark blonde hair and bright blue eyes.
Welcome to the world, Arlene!
--
Riku,
I feel like such a bad friend for not replying sooner! Did you get Arlene's birth announcement? The whole labor was so crazy. I think I was more nervous than Kairi was, but she came through with flying colors. Man, I can't believe I'm a father. It's so unreal.
But enough about me. I've had your last letter sitting on my bedside table every since I got it. I read it every night (and whenever Arlene cries in the middle of the night), and it's only recently that I was able to read it with tearing up. Go ahead, call me a sap.
Riku...you can tell me anything. You always could and will always be able to. I really wish you had had the courage to tell me this back in high school. Sure, I might've been a little freaked out at first, but you're my best friend and nothing will ever change that.
Times are changing and I'm sure the island would be more accepting nowadays. And maybe I have no right so say this because I don't know what it's like, but – who care cares what they think?
Please come visit, Riku. Kairi and I really want to see you again and I really want you to meet Arlene. You'll love her, I know it.
Please think about it.
Sora
Dear Sora,
Thank you for that letter. For some reason, now I'm more ready to face everyone, even though there's no way I'm telling anyone else about my sexuality. It means a lot knowing you'd back me up, though. Thanks.
I'm in Traverse Town at the moment, so I've booked a flight to the islands for the Saturday two weeks from now. It's supposed to arrive there at 2p.m., but I've traveled enough to know that airlines are never on time, so I expect to be arriving at around 4:30p.m. I've called my mother and she's letting me crash there, so you can visit that night if you want. If not, I'll stop by your apartment on that Sunday.
I'm looking forward to this, surprisingly. It'll be nice to see everyone again.
Yours,
Riku
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RIKU!
I can't believe you barely stayed for a week! You need to visit longer next time – we still have SO much to catch up on! I think Kairi was kind of mad I left her with most of the work with Arlene, but I haven't seen you in SO long, so ha!
Everyone was so surprised to see you! Did you notice at all!? Hehe. I think some people from high school thought you were dead or something. But you actually look the same as you did right at the end of senior year! I can't believe how long your hair has gotten. A ponytail is a good look for you.
Didn't I tell you you'd love Arlene!? She seemed very taken with you, hehe. You'd make a good father. Can gay couples adopt? I have no idea, but if they can, you definitely have to meet someone who wants kids!
Err, am I being too forward about that? Heh. I guess I just don't know very much about gays. Honesty, you'll always just be Riku to me, gay or not.
Man, I really am a sap. I miss you so much! You must visit again when you have some time off!
Kairi's calling (she sends her love), so I guess I'll end this here. Hope to see you again soon!
Sora
Dear Sora,
I had a good time on the islands. The visit was a lot better than I expected, but a lot of that had to do with you – thanks.
Arlene is adorable. She's your daughter all right, if her clumsiness is anything to go by. Is she still carrying around that stuffed rabbit I bought for her?
As far as I know, gay couples can adopt if they prove they are able at raising a child. I never really thought about it – I don't think I want kids unless I'm with someone who was involved with a woman and had kids with her. I dunno; other gay guys I know don't seem like able parents. Or maybe it's just me.
I'm scheduled to do an article on Port Royal next – wish me luck.
Yours,
Riku
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Dear Sora,
I know this may be quick notice (or not, considering it's been months since my last letter), but I'm coming to Destiny Islands for a visit. Things have been really hectic and I need a vacation. I'd like to see you.
I'll be arriving next Friday afternoon.
Yours,
Riku
Dear Riku,
I'm really sorry about your visit. Well, I'm not sorry you visited, but I'm sorry you had to see that huge fight Kairi and I had. It was completely inappropriate, and I'm sorry.
We're in the middle of buying a house since Arlene's almost a year old, and we're just kind of (okay, really) stressed out about it. I'm sorry if we made your visit totally suck; that wasn't the intention. I feel like I barely got to talk to you with all that went on and with all the babbling I did. I really hope we didn't scare you off.
I hope you visit again soon.
Sora
Dear Sora,
It's alright. You don't have to apologize. I recently moved to a permanent place in Twilight Town, as you can see by my return address, so I know how stressful it is. The magazine thinks I'm overexerting myself, so I've been living here a few months at a time between traveling. It's nice.
I met someone here named Roxas – he reminds me a lot of you, if you had an evil twin. I feel a bit odd getting into an actual relationship so late in life, but it's okay – honestly, I don't see what all the fuss is about.
I hope you're doing better. Send me your new address when you move, alright?
Yours,
Riku
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Riku,
Time flies way too fast! I hope you're still living in Twilight Town...if you're not, then, well...I don't know.
We just celebrated Arlene's seventh birthday. She's growing up so fast. And guess what – she might be a big sister! Kairi thinks baby number two might be on the way, but we're sure yet. We're finding out this Monday.
Are you still with Roxas? I have to admit, I laughed when you called him my 'evil twin' – why would you want to be with an evil me? Heh, heh.
I'm thinking of visiting Twilight Town to see you, if you still live there. To be honest, Kairi and I have been having a few problems lately, and our couples therapist suggested we take separate vacations to be alone for awhile and think about things. So I figured I'd come see you if you're not working. Let me know!
Sora
Dear Sora,
I'm free all next month, so anytime then would be okay. I'm looking forward to it!
Roxas and I were together for about a year, but we just clashed too much. I was with this guy Axel up until about six months ago, but get this – he left me for Roxas. I don't mind; neither of them were right for me.
Anyway, it'll just be the two of us at my place. Twilight Town is pretty small, but it has a few good bars if you're up for that. Otherwise, don't expect much.
Can't wait to see you!
Yours,
Riku
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Riku,
Man, you weren't kidding about the bars! Kairi and I would sometimes go out for a drink or two back in college, but I haven't had anything like that since Arlene was born. I'm such a lightweight – I honestly don't remember much about that weekend. Sorry if you told me anything important, heh heh.
But anyway – I'm so glad we got to catch up! Why don't you live closer again?
Kairi took her vacation to Atlantica (Mom took care of Arlene for the week). She didn't seem to like it too much, though. She's been really tense ever since we got back. Amazing – I had more fun at a place that isn't a five-star resort!
Anyway, we need to do that again sometime! This vacation has done wonders for me. Now I know why the magazine makes you take time off!
Until next time...
Sora
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RETURN TO SENDER
Riku!
It's been too long! Why do we always go years between letters? Hmph.
Arlene is ten now – and she has a little sister! Jazmine is two and a half years old. I can't believe I have two daughters. It's unreal.
I feel bad because we go so long between contact, and then I write all about myself, but I don't know who else I can turn to about this.
Well...Kairi and I have been rocky for awhile. Things got better when Jazz was born, but now the fights have been starting up again. It's getting ridiculous, and we both know it. We can barely go to couples therapy between work and the kids. I feel awful, but really, more so for the kids. I know Arlene knows something's up. She hides in her room a lot.
Sorry to dump this all on you! Please write back and ramble about your life. :) How have you been?
Hopefully soon I can get away and come seen you. I really want to.
Sora
RETURN TO SENDER
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Dear Sora,
Wow, how long has it been? I'm sorry I haven't written – I moved again and it was kind of a messy process. But now I live in Radiant Garden and I love it. There's a lot to do and it's a beautiful place. The community is pretty close-knit; they've accepted me with open arms. There's actually a resident gay couple – two guys named Leon and Cloud. They've become kind of mentors for me since we're all a lot alike. You're never too old to learn from someone.
I'm thinking of visiting the islands on my next month off. Will you be around?
Yours,
Riku
Riku –
No wonder that letter got sent back! Read the other one that's enclosed first.
Yes, I'll be around. Can't wait!
Sora
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Dear Sora,
Arlene and Jazmine are lovely young ladies. You're such a lucky father. I can't believe Arlene still has that stuffed rabbit.
I don't mean to pry, but I don't think Kairi liked having me there. She seemed really angry. Maybe I'm just imagining things...like I said, I don't want to pry. Just forget it.
Sorry so short, but I'm about to leave for Agrabah. This should be fun...
Yours,
Riku
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Riku,
I hate for you to come home to depressing news, but I really have no one else to turn to. I don't even think my own mother wants to talk to me at this point – it seems like the whole island's on Kairi's side.
It's only been three months since your visit, but things have basically been hell since then. You're right – Kairi didn't want you there. She thinks you 'hog my attention' (!?!?). Not to mention that while you were there, she went snooping through my stuff and found the letters you've sent over the years. She found out that you're gay. Of course it freaked her out and – I'm so sorry about this – she blabbed to the whole island about it. Everyone is with her in thinking it's 'unnatural'. Ugh.
Not to mention that she's gotten this crazy idea into her head that I cheated on her with you. Can you imagine!? How ridiculous. At first she thought I had some sort of secret girlfriend that you knew about, but of course after finding out about your sexuality, you became that imaginary girlfriend. Naturally, the whole island believes it, so I'm basically an outcast now. Only the kids are the same towards me, and they're the only reason Kairi hasn't kicked me out. She doesn't want them traumatized.
I hate this. I don't know if I'll ever be able to repair this whole mess. I think Kairi's planning on filing for divorce, and I don't even know how I'm supposed to react to that.
I know what you're thinking, Riku – please don't blame yourself for this. Kairi and I have been having problems for awhile now, and if she can't accept who you are, then so be it. I just hope I don't lose any custody of the girls. You and them are the only people who keep me sane.
Miss you.
Sora
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Sora,
I've started this letter hundreds of times over the past few months, but no matter how I word it, I can't soften to blow. This is even more difficult than my coming out letter.
First of all, I do feel guilty about basically causing you and Kairi to split up. Don't tell me how to feel. There are things you don't know.
I have to be honest – I've never been completely honest. When I dropped out of high school all those years ago, part of it was because I was worried the island would shun me (looks like I was right), but most of it was because of you. Back then, we wanted different things and it just broke my heart. It also hurt me to see you with Kairi.
She was right – you did cheat on her with me, albeit unintentionally – twice, in fact. I won't go into too much detail since you probably don't want to hear it, but once was back in our...junior year, I think, and the other was when you came to visit me in Twilight Town. Both times you were drunk. I tried to stop you, but there was only so much I could do before I wanted to give in.
Yes, 'wanted.'
Sora, this is the hardest thing I've ever written, but...
I love you. I always have. I've always wanted to be with you. I travel to keep my mind off of you. Visiting you kills me because we're not leaving together. I know I probably sound like the crazy middle-aged fruitcake I am, but I can't help it.
You're probably disgusted and I don't blame you. I just thought that you had to know before you finalized anything with Kairi. It was all my fault.
I'm so sorry.
Riku
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KAIRI NAKAMURA-PANETTIERE
SORA NAKAMURA
DIVORCE REASON – INCONCILABLE DIFFERENCES
FINALIZED – JULY 26
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Riku,
I didn't want to contact you until the divorce was finalized – yes, it happened. It's been two long years, but things have finally settled down somewhat. Kairi has main custody for Arlene and Jazmine, but I have visiting rights whenever I want and am required to send child support – not that I wouldn't.
The divorce was messy at first, but somewhere along the line, we both just kind of calmed down. I feel so much older than my years.
After I moved out (I'm back in our old apartment building for now), I had a lot of time to think about everything. I was wondering just how and when I'd become so unhappy about everything, and one night I realized that I wanted to have more opportunities. I don't regret being with Kairi, since I really did love her – a part of me always will – but she's always been very grounded. Back then, I went along with what she wanted because I was, well, pretty whipped. But it was when you first visited that I realized that the island was becoming too small for me. After hearing about your job and all the places you'd been to, something inside of me wanted that too. Of course, I had Arlene, so I convinced myself that everything was fine and ignored it.
Looking back, I realized that things were falling apart little by little, especially when I saw you. And now that I know what happened during one of those visits, I think my heart knew a lot quicker what took my head decades to figure out – that you're the one I've always wanted to be with.
I've reread your letter more times than I can count and it's the most honest thing I've ever read. As for my honesty, I just...I know I'm not gay, but I've finally figured out that that little voice I've been hearing all these years is screaming at me to go to you. At this point, I don't know what I want from you – the physical part of a relationship is just totally out of my mind right now – but I just have to see you. I have to.
I've booked a flight to Radiant Garden two weeks from now because I'm honestly too shaken up for the day drive there. I'm supposed to arrive at around three. Please, please meet me there.
Sora
Sora –
I'll meet you at the gate.
Riku
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Sora,
Good morning/afternoon/whenever you decide to wake up. I know you're probably still jet-lagged, so I won't make fun of you...much. Heh, heh.
I think I have a freaking bruise from when you attacked me at the airport. I've forgotten how dangerous your hugs can get.
Anyway, I'm just letting you know that I had to go down to the magazine office so we could discuss the locations for the next few months. I'll be home tonight, so we can talk then if you're not too tired. Well, you'll probably do most of the talking – I'm still flabbergasted. I think I always will be as long as you're around.
I'm turning into a sap in my old age. I'll see you tonight.
Riku
I didn't mean to give you a bruise! I'm sorry!
Or maybe I did. You're only as old as you feel, you know. :P
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Morning Sunshine,
Was I dreaming or was that our first consensual kiss last night?
Yep. Are you mad?
No. Far from it. I feel like a teenager again.
It's only been a year since you moved in with me, Sora. Are you sure you want this?
I'll bet it was the longest year of your life.
It's up there. Now can we stop writing notes, or can we talk about this?
I think I'm still speechless. That kiss was amazing.
Why, thank you.
Egotistical maniac. :P
Want to be rendered speechless again?
Bring it on.
--owari—
Oh man. –sobs some more- I can't believe this is actually complete! And it took less than a year, too. Go me? xD
Uh. Ahem.
I really hope you guys liked these fics as much as I've liked writing them. :3 It's been kind of crazy, but hey, nowadays, crazy is good. xD
If you all would be so kind as to review, I'll give you...cake. :D Everybody loves cake! Also, could you please let me know what your favorite theme of this challenge was? I'm curious. –smiles- Thanks!
Be on the lookout – I have an AkuRoku LJ challenge coming up, this time for 30 dates. The first theme of that is going up on AkuRoku day (8/13), so if you like AkuRoku, be sure to check it out! Also, I'm planning on uploading another Riku/Sora fic – an actual fic, mind you, that's LJ-challenge free and has multiple chapters – sometime next month, so if you'd like, you can add me to your alerts so you don't miss a thing!
Thanks for reading, everybody, and more love to those who reviewed! You guys rock! –glomps-