Well, I'm back with another update. This must be the longest chapter I've written from the looks of it. Go me, lol. Anyway, here's chapter 14.

Disclaimer: I do not own Kingdom Hearts or Final Fantasy. They belong to Square Enix and Disney. Wish I did though…

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Chapter 14: The Dance Part I

The Fall Dance had arrived. The week passed quickly and Sora still didn't have a date. Kairi had been passing hints for him to take her, but he didn't get them. Sora had been dragged to the mall by Shuyin, Wakka and Riku to get an outfit earlier in the week. He was now t home getting changed. His suit was black and he wore an open neck shirt. He tried to sort his hair out but it was mission impossible. He checked himself in the mirror then walked downstairs. His dad was still at work and he was staying at Riku's for the weekend.

"You look so handsome and grown up," Sora's mum gushed.

"Stop it mum."

"Have you got everything you need for the weekend?" Sora nodded and pointed to a bag in the corner. "Well, Riku is waiting in his car. I'll see you after school on Monday."

"Bye mum." Sora picked up his bag and walked to Riku's car.

"Well, doesn't someone look all posh," Riku laughed.

"Shut up and drive," Sora laughed as he got in.

"…"

"Hurry up Namine!"

"Coming mum." Namine looked in the mirror and smiled. She then left her room and walked downstairs.

"Don't you look absolutely lovely," Namine's mum said as she walked down the stairs. "The gold colour suits you." Namine just smiled politely. Her hair was curled and up with a few stray strands around her face, she had a gold dress on which trailed to the floor and some golden heels on. "Rikku is outside in the limo with Gippal."

"Okay. I'll be back on Saturday," Namine said as she kissed her mother goodbye and climbed into the limo. "Why did we get a limo?"

"Because we want to arrive in style," Rikku giggled. Gippal just rolled his eyes, causing Namine to laugh. It only took 10 minutes to get there. Gippal and Rikku walked in hand in hand and Namine just chatted to Rikku. They sat themselves at a table.

"Where's Tidus?" Gippal asked.

"Don't know," Namine lied. She knew he was bringing Yuna and she also knew Gippal wouldn't like that. But she was too late. A silent gasp went around the room and all heads turned to the door. Gippal got out of his seat. "Gippal, don't." Gippal ignored Namine and walked over to Tidus.

"What are you playing at?" Gippal asked Tidus as Namine and Rikku walked up behind him.

"Gip, just leave it. Not tonight," Rikku pleaded.

"I'm here with Yuna because I want to be with her," Tidus said.

"But what about your reputation? You know what happened to Shuyin." Namine had had enough.

"That's it!" she shouted. Everyone went silent, even the music was turned down. "Gip, you know that those rumours about Shuyin were utter lies. The only reason stuff happened was because this school was gullible enough to believe them. Now, as for Yuna and Tidus, leave them alone. Stuff the rulebook for one night Gippal. They go so well together and some made up school order shouldn't come between that. Now, this night wont be ruined by trivial matter like this." The hall was silent. No one dared move. "Now, lets get on with this." The music was turned up gain and people began to talk again. Namine knew it was about what had just happened. She turned to the group. "Right, Gip, lay off tonight and take Rikku for a dance." Gippal glared at Namine and took Rikku to the dance floor.

"Hey Ti, Hi Yuna," Namine said as she hugged each in turn. "You look really nice Yuna." Yuna smiled.

"Thank you."

"So, are you going to dance with her Ti or are you just going to keep staring at her all night?" Yuna looked at Tidus and blushed as he looked away quickly. Yuna giggled as Tidus pulled her towards the dance floor.

"Thanks Namine," Tidus whispered to her as he passed. Namine just smiled. She stood watching the hall until someone bumped into her.

"Sorry," the person said.

"No, I shouldn't be standing in the way," Namine said as she turned around. Her eyes met a pair of sky blue ones. At first she thought it was Sora but realised she couldn't have been more wrong. The boy smiled.

"Hey," he said. Namine smiled. "I'm sorry about just then."

"Its okay. I shouldn't be daydreaming. Namine," she said as she held out her hand.

"Roxas," he said as he shook her hand.

"Are you new? I haven't seen you around here."

"Started yesterday. And you're the popular girl?"

"Just Namine. Status is overrated." Roxas laughed.

"Erm…I take it you're here with a date?"

"No."

"Whoa, did I just step into the Twilight Zone? A popular without a date?" Namine laughed.

"I assure you that you haven't entered the Twilight Zone. I just didn't get a date. If I had one, I wouldn't have met you right now, would I have?" Roxas laughed.

"Well, if you aren't busy later, maybe you'd like to dance?"

"Sure."

"Cool. I'll find you later then."

"Okay." Roxas smiled and then walked away.

"So, who was that?" Namine turned and smiled.

"Someone."

"Well, he's a new jock, in case you wanted to know."

"Lenne!"

"Well…it means he isn't 'forbidden', like a certain someone."

"I've told you already. Nothing was there and there will never be."

"Well, I can see that now as you're jumping at the chance to dance with Roxas." Namine just rolled her eyes.

"Where's Shuyin?"

"Oh, he's out at the car with the others."

"Cool. Well, I'll catch you later. I think Gippal needs to let go of a bit more steam."

"Oh yeah. I heard his little outburst before. And yours." Namine laughed.

"Well, things change. You never know." It was Lenne's turn to laugh.

"That's never going to change, and you know it." Namine just shrugged her shoulder and returned to her table.

"Why did you defend him?" Gippal asked as soon as she sat down.

"Because he's our friend."

"But she's an outcast. He's going to lose his reputation."

"Popularity isn't everything Gippal. It doesn't always matter. We simply make Yuna higher if we have to."

"You cant."

"I can. If Tidus really likes her then status won't matter."

"He was probably desperate."

"For chocobos sake Gippal! He's been seeing her for 2 months now. Can't you just leave it alone? He's happy and that's enough." Gippal went quiet.

"Namine?" Rikku said. "Who's the guy on the corner table?" Namine turned around.

"Oh, his name's Roxas."

"Why didn't we know about him? I mean, we're meant to know everything."

"We don't know everything Rik. I only know because he asked me to dance."

"Please tell me you said yes."

"Of course."

"Good, because he's one fine catch." Namine laughed and Gippal glared at Rikku. "Don't start Gip. If I think someone's cute I'll say so. You're with a different girl each week." Namine laughed even harder at the look on Gippal's face. "Oh, lookie, he's coming over." Namine cast a quick glance over her shoulder.

"Hey," Roxas said. "Ready to dance?"

"Sure," Namine replied as she stood up. "I'll see you later Rik." Rikku nodded and winked. Namine just rolled her eyes and took Roxas' hand as he led her to the dance floor. "So, where did you move from?" Namine asked.

"I moved from Fate Island and I transferred from Fate High. I had family move over here and they told my parents it was good, so here I am."

"And you didn't mind moving?"

"Not really. I have a cousin who goes here so at least I knew someone. But Axel welcomed me straight away."

"I'd be careful around Axel. He's a bit of a backstabber." Roxas laughed a bit. "Most of the jocks are okay, the preps can be dangerous though, the rejects are alright and the outcasts are friendly. I know a few of them."

"Really? My cousin said he's one of those." And then it clicked.

"You're not Sora's cousin are you?"

"Yeah. Do you know him?"

"Yeah, a bit. We were partners on an English project."

"Well, maybe you can help me. There is this girl he talks about. He said he hangs around with her but he's never given a name." Somewhere, Namine thought she felt something…jealousy. How could she? She didn't like Sora like that…or did she?

"Well, now you can find out. He's just walked in. Maybe this girl is his date." Roxas turned towards the door. Shuyin had just walked in and met up with Lenne. Riku and Jess followed, then Wakka, Lulu, Paine d Baralai. Sora and Kairi came in last, but weren't holding hands. Roxas turned back.

"I'll find out some other time. I prefer dancing with you." Namine smiled.

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Rubbish ending I know but I wanted to update and now it's getting late and I have college in the morning. But this is only part I, to find out what happens in part II, you'll just have to stay tuned. It should be updated soon, maybe Wednesday at the latest. Reviews and comments are greatly appreciated lol. You get cookies for reviewing lol. Adios!