A/N: We're getting closer to the end. All I need to find is how to hook this to the end, but it'll work. I promise. There's a reason behind everything.
Roxas woke up, his head throbbing. Sora wasn't in his arms and the last thing he could remember was holding the boy while they watched RENT. That was Wednesday, and so today must be… Thursday? He held his tender head and stood up, finding himself shirtless and only in his pajama pants. Roxas walked downstairs to find his dad making breakfast, this time pancakes.
"Morning. What day is it today?"
"Saturday. You stayed home yesterday because you were sick. You probably slept both days, to be honest. On the bright side, your car and yukata arrived. So, relax today. Also, it's the culture festival and Axel came over yesterday. He told me that they'd be waiting at the beach at noon. It's only around nine."
"Okay, dad." He walked back upstairs, dressing in some jeans and a plain black T-shirt. Roxas brushed his teeth rather quickly, checking his phone and answering worried texts from Sora, Axel, Demyx, and Zexion. Afterwards, in a flurry of blonde hair and giggles, Roxas ran outside and looked at his beautiful, dark red Ferrari FF. He squealed like a little girl, running back inside and pestering Xemnas for his keys. The silver haired man complied with a laugh, and took the agonizing walk into his office. Once back, Xemnas pulled the black and silver key out of his pocket.
"Promise me something!"
"What?"
"Drive as safely as you can, don't drive too much over the speed limit, and never text while driving." Roxas laughed, the smile plastered on his face.
"Promise!" He took the keys, giving Xemnas a kiss on the cheek. Roxas ran upstairs, putting the new keys on his key ring and walking downstairs. "I should probably eat something, right?" Xemnas laughed a little bit, pushing food in front of Roxas.
"That would be a good idea. Coffee?"
"Please."
"What time do you think you'll be back tonight?" Xemnas inquired, pouring a cup of coffee for his son. Roxas shrugged, taking a bite of his pancakes.
"I don't know. I've never been to one of these things before, remember? I mean, street fairs in the day or whatever but those were always for shopping and stuff."
"Alright. Be safe, Roxas."
"I know." He pulled out his phone, asking Axel if he should bring anything else than his yukata and day clothes. He was answered with a very short 'no.'
The next two and a half hours were spent in slight anxiety and extreme excitement. Xemnas gave him two hundred munny to spend for later, which was generous but amazing nonetheless. He gave Xemnas a good-bye and walked outside. He put the yukata in the back, pleased with the seats in the back, although it has only two doors. Roxas sighed, sitting back and holding the steering wheel gently. Roxas turned the car on, hearing it purr to life. A tingle passed through his body as Roxas backed out of the driveway. He had to suppress the urge to floor it as he drove down the street.
"I've missed driving." The car was empty, unfortunately, but it didn't take him long to get down to the beach and find a parking spot. He got out, a smile playing upon his lips. He walked down to the place where the group had the party the first time he was with the group in its entirety. Axel was already there with Zexion and Lexeaus. "Hey guys!" Hugs were exchanged, and Zexion looked at Roxas suspiciously.
"I haven't seen you in forever it seems like."
"I don't remember the past days, to be honest. My dad told me I slept. I don't even remember Sora leaving." Lexeaus gave him an all knowing smile and Axel nudged him in the ribs. Soon, Sora arrived and they gave each other a quick peck. Sora hugged everyone, and returned to Roxas' side, holding his hand. "So, does anyone know how to put on a Yukata?"
"Yes," Sora replied. "I watched a tutorial and helped my mom, so I know."
"Good!" Axel said happily. "Demyx knows how to too, so it'll be okay."
"Where would we be able to change?" Roxas asked.
"Uhm, well, we could go back to my house," Zexion offered. "It's right around the corner from the festival. I mean, I live right on the beach and the festival is in the town square as well as the boardwalk." Roxas' face light up.
"We have a boardwalk?"
"Yeah," Sora replied, laughing a little bit. "It's huge. But usually it's full of fishers and gross smelly men. Tonight, it's going to smell like the ocean and food and rides and…" Sora trailed off, is mind filled with fantasies. "And there's going to be a Ferris wheel! I love Ferris wheels!" Roxas smiled at him.
"Okay, good."
Time passed quickly, and as soon as everyone was accounted for, they piled into the cars and drove to Zexion's house. Sora raved about Roxas' Ferrari.
"It's so pretty!"
"Thanks," Roxas replied, opening the door for Sora.
"Why thank you." Sora kissed him on the cheek gently before getting in. Roxas walked around the car, turning it on and shivering as it purred into life. He followed Axel's Jeep to Zexion's house and parked in front, grabbing the Yukata and shoes and locking the car. They walked into the small house.
"We can change in the living room, and the girls can change in my room or something."
It took quite awhile, but soon everyone was dressed with all of their possession on their person. As a group, they walked down the street and a little ways to the town square.
"It's so beautiful!" Roxas shouted happily, taking in all of the sights. He smiled at Sora. "I mean, it's light up and there's games and it's so… beautiful." Down the streets were stalls of every kind. There were roller coasters and bumper cars, and one of the most prominent features was a huge Ferris Wheel overlooking the ocean so that someone who rode to the top would be able to look over the ocean and the town at the same time. Small children in various masks ran through the crowd, most holding food. The group walked over and bought tickets. These tickets (5 munny each) served as currency for the night and everything from normal shops to the stalls would accept them. The next day, the owners of such establishment could exchange them for munny the next day. Roxas put his tickets in his wallet and stashed it in the hidden pocket of his Yukata. "I like this. It's like a manly dress." Sora laughed, and interlaced their fingers.
"Let's go to the rollercoaster!" he shouted.
The night passed in bliss, Sora and Roxas growing ever closer even though they avoided the romantic rides. The two shared food and drink and laughed over absolutely everything. It seemed as though the night would last forever. Finally, they went on all of the 'high-adrenaline' rides and came to the point of couple rides. They were waiting in line for the tunnel of love.
"This isn't so bad," Sora said, giggling.
"I've never gone on a romantic ride," Roxas said quietly, burying his face into his hair.
"It isn't pressuring at all," Sora said, giggling. They got into the cliché swan, sitting close together. Axel and Demyx waved good-bye from the line, laughing quietly. The two boys sat in the darkness, and Sora cuddled up close, his head on Roxas' shoulder. Roxas took the darkness as a chance to kiss the other. Pink LED hearts floated towards them, and the blonde couldn't help but laugh a little bit. "It's super cliché, I know." Sora pulled Roxas' face towards his, kissing him. "But it is a little romantic, right?"
"Right." They kissed, and Sora's tongue darted out to run across Roxas' lower lip. One of Sora's legs hooked over Roxas' and he was soon straddling the blonde, the slit in his Yukata opening to show the inside of his thighs. Hands stroked the inside of them, searching for the sensitive spots. His nails grazed the place where the legs met the hips, and rubbed Sora's member through his briefs. Sora gasped, and his hips rose. They were bathed in the moonlight all of a sudden, and Roxas' breath hitched and he saw Sora through a whole new light. He pulled Sora's head down and kissed him gently. "Oh my god, you're beautiful." They kissed again, and Sora pulled away to look over at the ocean. The moonlight reflected off of the ocean water, lighting everything in a surreal light. They grabbed each other's hands and smiled. The two kissed once more, sharing this beautiful moment that seemed so right.
"It's not that cliché with a view like this."
"Agreed." Roxas kissed him again, closing his eyes and giving into the moment. All that existed was the ocean, the moon, and their bodies. A natural-made cliff loomed over them and the man-made waterfall splashed onto the beach. It was curious to Roxas, but at that time it didn't matter. It became dark again, and Sora got off of Roxas, but still leaving his legs draped over one of Roxas'.
"It's the only reason people go on this ride. We're blessed to live in this world. We're so well known for the beautiful view."
"This world should be known for its beautiful people." Roxas kissed Sora again, and held his hand softly. A blush spread across Sora's cheeks.
"Thank you," he whispered, leaning against Roxas and nuzzling his shoulder. More love-related bright things passed by them for another half a minute and they were back at the line. The two got out of the swan and passed the numerous couples. "Let's go to the Ferris wheel next!"
"After we wait for everyone else."
They stood there until Axel and Demyx joined them. The two were smiling.
"We're going to go off to the Ferris Wheel," Roxas said, smiling at Sora.
"Of course," Axel said. "I don't know where we're going to go next, but it'll be somewhere." Sora laughed.
"No way!" Axel rolled his eyes.
"I'll text you after we get off, so I'll know where you guys are."
"Alright Roxas. You guys know our number, right?" Demyx asked.
"Of course." The two walked away, still holding hands.
"So, the waterfall from the cliff? It's ocean water directed to a pipe higher up on the cliff. No one notices it until the tunnel of love." Roxas smiled.
"Thanks for ruining the magic." Sora laughed, squeezing his hand.
"You're welcome, Roxy."
Axel pulled out his phone, calling Xemnas. His arm wrapped around Demyx's waist.
"Hey, it seems like everything is beautifully on track. The tunnel of love does that to people." He smiled at Demyx, the blonde smiling back. "I mean the view and the full moon… it doesn't happen that often. Not like that. Hell, it was perfect."
"Good. And did you give Sora that thing?"
"Yes!" Demyx said into the phone. Axel shook his head.
"No, we have not. Yet. Are you sure?"
"Completely," Xemnas said, a little annoyed.
"Okay. If you say so."
"I'm hanging up now; don't let them out of your sight."
"Yes sir." Axel sighed heavily. "We need to find them soon probably."
"First we should buy Sora a drink."
