CHAPTER 9:
Welcome Back Rinoa!
RINOA
"Goodnight Rinny..."
Seifer gave me one last kiss before disappearing in the halls. This is my first night back in garden since I abandon this place days ago. I never thought I'm gonna come back here anymore. I can't help but think about Squall. The very same reason I left here in the first place. What would it be like when we cross paths again??
The truth is, I don't really want to be back here. It will just remind me of the bitter memories that I'm trying to forget. I can't stop thinking knowing that he's just rooms away from me right now. The last day we spoke, I completely shut him out of my life. Hoping I'll never see him again to keep my feelings from coming back. But now, I know it will never come back….. Because it never left….
How can I go on with my so-called life with Seifer if I'm living in the same place with HIM???
I know I like Seifer. But is LIKE just the word to describe it???
"Darn! Stop thinking about it. Of course, you love Seifer!" I scolded myself. And I'm gonna show that jerk Squall, that I'm over him……
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I checked myself one last time at the mirror before grabbing my keys then head outside my dorm room. I'm suppose to meet my friends at the cafeteria. Zell has already saw me yesterday at the commander's office. But I can't wait to see Selphie and Irvine's face when they see me there. (especially Quistis…. Wonder what she's gonna think.. but it doesn't matter anymore. She can have Squall for all I care.)
I found Zell all alone sitting on our usual table.
"Hey!", Zell turned away from his unfinished hotdog and greeted me back.
"So where are the others?"
"They're not yet here, where's Seifer?" He said trying so hard not look annoyed.
"He's still asleep. I don't wanna wake him up."
He looked around to see as if looking if the coast is clear. His face looked concern and serious. It looks like was having trouble telling me what he wanted to say.
"Look, Rin.. don't take this the hard way but I can't say I agree with your relationship with Seifer. I mean… you know…"
I'm not surprised at all with what Zell was saying. I mean he's a good friend. And he wants only the best for me. But he has to understand.
"I know what you mean. But, I'll tell you. He changed. It's like a completely different Seifer! A better one. I know you two didn't get along before. But trust me. He totally has improved."
Zell rolled his eyes. "Seifer? You gotta be kidding. He's the rudest person I've ever seen. I can't believe that you're saying that to me. After all what he had done to us? And you two… TOGETHER? You know that I don't like Squall for you, but compared to Seifer, Squall isn't so bad!"
Zell's eyes are so serious as ever. I know that this might lead into one of those arguments.
"Zell…. Please.. I know it's hard, but please try to understand. Seifer has changed. And I guarantee that to you. You'll see it or yourself. But all you have to do is to give him a chance. Please?? For me?"
I look at him with pleading eyes hoping that it'll work on him.
"Alright… For you Rin.. But, if he hurts you, don't stop me from kicking his ass, okay?"
I just smiled then give him a kiss in the forehead hoping he did understand what that means.
Suddenly, Selphie appeared outta nowhere.
"Hey Zell! Who's the new girl?!" She said as if trying to surprise us.
I turned around for her to see.
Her eyes widened with surprise.
"RINOA??!!!"
She rushed to me and gave me a big hug.
"When did you come back? And where have been anyway? Are you ok?"
"Take it easy Selpie. I'm just fine. I miss you all so much!" I hugged her tightly as if not wanting to let go. True, I really miss them a lot. I haven't seen them for like months. It's great to be reunited with my friends.
"Hey Rin, next time, tell us where ya goin', so we'll not get worried, ok?". Said Irvine from behind of Selphie. I gave him also a big hug. Irvine really knows how to comfort me.
We sat down talking about what my life has been since I left Balamb.
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Later on, I saw Seifer just entered the cafeteria. His head is turning as if looking for someone. Finally, he found what he's looking for. He heads for our direction. I smiled as he came closer. He gave me a quick kiss in the cheek. I saw Irvine and Selphie's expression. They were stunned!
"Hey Zell, or should I say commander Zell. Hi Selphie, Irvine." He greeted. There was no sarcasm in his voice. The three of them just nod. (Zell, a bit surprised of course. It's like it's the first time Seifer had called him with his real name and not 'chicken-wuss') I motioned for him to sit right next to me. Selphie and the others were unusually quiet. They were not used to the presence of Seifer.
Irvine voluntarily broke the silence.
"So, how ya been?"
"Well, I'm fine. The headmaster finally allowed me to stay here. And I was so glad to be back here. I mean after my problems in my apartment."
No one replied with what he said. Obviously, everyone is feeling awkward and uneasy. Not sure of what possibly they could say to our former enemy. Luckily, a waitress came to our table to deliver another hotdog for Zell. We all laugh except Seifer. Zell surely hasn't changed. Seifer gave a puzzled expression.
"You see, Zell really love hotdogs and basically, nothing can change that… even if he's the new commander…" Selphie informed him.
We all laugh again… "Oh… I see."
SQUALL
"YAAAAAAWWWWNNNNNN!"
I looked at my clock. It's already past 11 o'clock in the morning. My head still hurts from last night. I was so drunk that I don't even know how I got here in my room. Maybe Nida took me here. I figured.
I realized I'm hungry. So I took a quick shower. The first one in seems like days.
On my way to the cafeteria, I saw Nida. I waved at him. He looked at me as if I'm some kind of weird alien.
"What's with you, men? Last night, you just screamed at me and shut me off. I definitely wouldn't want to start another fight with you." He shoved me away.
"Sorry about that, look, I just want company while eating."
"……. Okay, I'm hungry too." I know Nida couldn't resist when it comes to eating. Hehehehe...
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It felt good to finally make peace with my best friend. I realized last night that shutting off Nida wouldn't solve my problems and it will just make me lonelier. Maybe I lost someone important. But I can't afford to lose another important person such as my bestfriend.
We went to the counter and order some food.
"I'll just have hotdog sandwich, and hot chocolate." Nida told the lady behind the counter.
"I'll have the same."
Nida frowned.
"You have a crush on me?"
"What?! Get real, men!" I said leaving him wondering near the counter. Okay, maybe, I'm acting weird today. And so far, my temper hasn't really exploded yet. Which is totally unusual. But the guy is nuts. I'm not gay!
Nida took the number the lady gave her then walk towards me. We went to our usual table. The cafeteria seemed to have a lot of people today. I looked around as we waited for our order to arrive. Everyone has their own gossips to share.
I turned to Nida to talk. But it seems like he has his own thinking. Minutes later, I saw Quistis who of course, is followed by those so-called The Trepies. It looks like she wants them to get lost. Those trepies, especially the males are crazy for her, for some unknown reason. She always told me how irritated she is to them. I noticed that whenever we talk, she always bring that up to our conversation as if trying to tell me why couldn't I be in their place instead. I really hate her flirting style. Just not my type.
Meanwhile, Quistis, after successfully get rid of her admirers, she went to our direction. She flashed her best smile then said.
"Hi Squall, it's my turn to deliver papers to you." He handed me a one-inch thick bundle of papers.
"The headmaster ask me to tell you to grade those test papers of the training SeeDs. He wants you to take care of them co'z according to him no one can determine a student with potential other than you Squall."
Before going away, she gave me a wink. That woman just doesn't give up. I followed her with my eyes and think how pathetic of her to go after a man herself. She's not my type. Why can't she put that in her head?
She went to her friends who are sitting of course in their table. But today, I noticed that they are rather many. Their table is more crowded than usual. I notice two unfamiliar figures sitting right next to Zell.
(Oh well, why should I care?)
But instead, I try to give them a clearer look.
"What are you looking at?" Nida followed my view.
"Don't tell me you're finally checking out Quistis."
"No I'm not!"
"Yeah right!" He teased.
"Don't be ridiculous!" This time, I'm sure I was annoyed.
But lucky for him, our order finally arrives. I could cause a scene here if he didn't stop bugging me.
We both didn't say a word for a few minutes. I finished my meal without even talking to him. With my clumsiness, some ketchup dropped on my shirt causing a mess.
I look for the tissue.
There's no tissue!
Drat! I stood up. "Just gonna get some tissue. I bring my hot chocolate with me. Took a sip….
Wait a minute! I was looking at the direction of the counter. A familiar looking woman dressed in blue with long raven hair was standing talking to the lady.
I dropped my chocolate as I realized that, that girl is……………
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SQUALL finally saw RINOA!! What is he gonna do???
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Well??? Tell me your comments please?
Is it good?
Must I continue??
NO FLAMES PLEASE! Strictly…. Hehehe
Anywayz… chapter 10 should be up soon so keep those reviews comin…
Welcome Back Rinoa!
RINOA
"Goodnight Rinny..."
Seifer gave me one last kiss before disappearing in the halls. This is my first night back in garden since I abandon this place days ago. I never thought I'm gonna come back here anymore. I can't help but think about Squall. The very same reason I left here in the first place. What would it be like when we cross paths again??
The truth is, I don't really want to be back here. It will just remind me of the bitter memories that I'm trying to forget. I can't stop thinking knowing that he's just rooms away from me right now. The last day we spoke, I completely shut him out of my life. Hoping I'll never see him again to keep my feelings from coming back. But now, I know it will never come back….. Because it never left….
How can I go on with my so-called life with Seifer if I'm living in the same place with HIM???
I know I like Seifer. But is LIKE just the word to describe it???
"Darn! Stop thinking about it. Of course, you love Seifer!" I scolded myself. And I'm gonna show that jerk Squall, that I'm over him……
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I checked myself one last time at the mirror before grabbing my keys then head outside my dorm room. I'm suppose to meet my friends at the cafeteria. Zell has already saw me yesterday at the commander's office. But I can't wait to see Selphie and Irvine's face when they see me there. (especially Quistis…. Wonder what she's gonna think.. but it doesn't matter anymore. She can have Squall for all I care.)
I found Zell all alone sitting on our usual table.
"Hey!", Zell turned away from his unfinished hotdog and greeted me back.
"So where are the others?"
"They're not yet here, where's Seifer?" He said trying so hard not look annoyed.
"He's still asleep. I don't wanna wake him up."
He looked around to see as if looking if the coast is clear. His face looked concern and serious. It looks like was having trouble telling me what he wanted to say.
"Look, Rin.. don't take this the hard way but I can't say I agree with your relationship with Seifer. I mean… you know…"
I'm not surprised at all with what Zell was saying. I mean he's a good friend. And he wants only the best for me. But he has to understand.
"I know what you mean. But, I'll tell you. He changed. It's like a completely different Seifer! A better one. I know you two didn't get along before. But trust me. He totally has improved."
Zell rolled his eyes. "Seifer? You gotta be kidding. He's the rudest person I've ever seen. I can't believe that you're saying that to me. After all what he had done to us? And you two… TOGETHER? You know that I don't like Squall for you, but compared to Seifer, Squall isn't so bad!"
Zell's eyes are so serious as ever. I know that this might lead into one of those arguments.
"Zell…. Please.. I know it's hard, but please try to understand. Seifer has changed. And I guarantee that to you. You'll see it or yourself. But all you have to do is to give him a chance. Please?? For me?"
I look at him with pleading eyes hoping that it'll work on him.
"Alright… For you Rin.. But, if he hurts you, don't stop me from kicking his ass, okay?"
I just smiled then give him a kiss in the forehead hoping he did understand what that means.
Suddenly, Selphie appeared outta nowhere.
"Hey Zell! Who's the new girl?!" She said as if trying to surprise us.
I turned around for her to see.
Her eyes widened with surprise.
"RINOA??!!!"
She rushed to me and gave me a big hug.
"When did you come back? And where have been anyway? Are you ok?"
"Take it easy Selpie. I'm just fine. I miss you all so much!" I hugged her tightly as if not wanting to let go. True, I really miss them a lot. I haven't seen them for like months. It's great to be reunited with my friends.
"Hey Rin, next time, tell us where ya goin', so we'll not get worried, ok?". Said Irvine from behind of Selphie. I gave him also a big hug. Irvine really knows how to comfort me.
We sat down talking about what my life has been since I left Balamb.
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Later on, I saw Seifer just entered the cafeteria. His head is turning as if looking for someone. Finally, he found what he's looking for. He heads for our direction. I smiled as he came closer. He gave me a quick kiss in the cheek. I saw Irvine and Selphie's expression. They were stunned!
"Hey Zell, or should I say commander Zell. Hi Selphie, Irvine." He greeted. There was no sarcasm in his voice. The three of them just nod. (Zell, a bit surprised of course. It's like it's the first time Seifer had called him with his real name and not 'chicken-wuss') I motioned for him to sit right next to me. Selphie and the others were unusually quiet. They were not used to the presence of Seifer.
Irvine voluntarily broke the silence.
"So, how ya been?"
"Well, I'm fine. The headmaster finally allowed me to stay here. And I was so glad to be back here. I mean after my problems in my apartment."
No one replied with what he said. Obviously, everyone is feeling awkward and uneasy. Not sure of what possibly they could say to our former enemy. Luckily, a waitress came to our table to deliver another hotdog for Zell. We all laugh except Seifer. Zell surely hasn't changed. Seifer gave a puzzled expression.
"You see, Zell really love hotdogs and basically, nothing can change that… even if he's the new commander…" Selphie informed him.
We all laugh again… "Oh… I see."
SQUALL
"YAAAAAAWWWWNNNNNN!"
I looked at my clock. It's already past 11 o'clock in the morning. My head still hurts from last night. I was so drunk that I don't even know how I got here in my room. Maybe Nida took me here. I figured.
I realized I'm hungry. So I took a quick shower. The first one in seems like days.
On my way to the cafeteria, I saw Nida. I waved at him. He looked at me as if I'm some kind of weird alien.
"What's with you, men? Last night, you just screamed at me and shut me off. I definitely wouldn't want to start another fight with you." He shoved me away.
"Sorry about that, look, I just want company while eating."
"……. Okay, I'm hungry too." I know Nida couldn't resist when it comes to eating. Hehehehe...
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It felt good to finally make peace with my best friend. I realized last night that shutting off Nida wouldn't solve my problems and it will just make me lonelier. Maybe I lost someone important. But I can't afford to lose another important person such as my bestfriend.
We went to the counter and order some food.
"I'll just have hotdog sandwich, and hot chocolate." Nida told the lady behind the counter.
"I'll have the same."
Nida frowned.
"You have a crush on me?"
"What?! Get real, men!" I said leaving him wondering near the counter. Okay, maybe, I'm acting weird today. And so far, my temper hasn't really exploded yet. Which is totally unusual. But the guy is nuts. I'm not gay!
Nida took the number the lady gave her then walk towards me. We went to our usual table. The cafeteria seemed to have a lot of people today. I looked around as we waited for our order to arrive. Everyone has their own gossips to share.
I turned to Nida to talk. But it seems like he has his own thinking. Minutes later, I saw Quistis who of course, is followed by those so-called The Trepies. It looks like she wants them to get lost. Those trepies, especially the males are crazy for her, for some unknown reason. She always told me how irritated she is to them. I noticed that whenever we talk, she always bring that up to our conversation as if trying to tell me why couldn't I be in their place instead. I really hate her flirting style. Just not my type.
Meanwhile, Quistis, after successfully get rid of her admirers, she went to our direction. She flashed her best smile then said.
"Hi Squall, it's my turn to deliver papers to you." He handed me a one-inch thick bundle of papers.
"The headmaster ask me to tell you to grade those test papers of the training SeeDs. He wants you to take care of them co'z according to him no one can determine a student with potential other than you Squall."
Before going away, she gave me a wink. That woman just doesn't give up. I followed her with my eyes and think how pathetic of her to go after a man herself. She's not my type. Why can't she put that in her head?
She went to her friends who are sitting of course in their table. But today, I noticed that they are rather many. Their table is more crowded than usual. I notice two unfamiliar figures sitting right next to Zell.
(Oh well, why should I care?)
But instead, I try to give them a clearer look.
"What are you looking at?" Nida followed my view.
"Don't tell me you're finally checking out Quistis."
"No I'm not!"
"Yeah right!" He teased.
"Don't be ridiculous!" This time, I'm sure I was annoyed.
But lucky for him, our order finally arrives. I could cause a scene here if he didn't stop bugging me.
We both didn't say a word for a few minutes. I finished my meal without even talking to him. With my clumsiness, some ketchup dropped on my shirt causing a mess.
I look for the tissue.
There's no tissue!
Drat! I stood up. "Just gonna get some tissue. I bring my hot chocolate with me. Took a sip….
Wait a minute! I was looking at the direction of the counter. A familiar looking woman dressed in blue with long raven hair was standing talking to the lady.
I dropped my chocolate as I realized that, that girl is……………
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SQUALL finally saw RINOA!! What is he gonna do???
--------------------------------------------------------------------
Well??? Tell me your comments please?
Is it good?
Must I continue??
NO FLAMES PLEASE! Strictly…. Hehehe
Anywayz… chapter 10 should be up soon so keep those reviews comin…