Whispers from the Wind
by Daph
I wanted to caress you
And to hold you in my arms
I wanted you to touch me
While you strangle me with charms
- K's Choice (Julian)
Chapter 3: Runaway
Fujin had a plan. Not an exceedingly good one, but it would help solve all her problems with one swift action. She sorted through drawers, throwing supplies in a disorderly pile on the floor. She turned and searched through the closet, when something caught her eye: an elegant black hooded cloak hung gingerly behind a mess of clothing and weapons. The albino studied it a moment, then retrieved it; it just seemed like it was meant for her. She put it around her bare shoulders so that it hid the white dress perfectly. She went back to searching the closet, finding a small suitcase that was just perfect for her needs. Fujin put it on the bed, and began filling it. Seifer and Raijin would be coming back any minute, so she needed to act fast. The suitcase was ready; she picked it up and turned towards the door, when she noticed a figure in the shadows. She was startled, but she couldn't let that interfere with the task at hand. She ran to the balcony.
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The knight was furious. He stood in the doorway, careful not to make too much noise. She was packing? No, people didn't walk out on Seifer Almasy. Especially not posse...she should've known that by now. She noticed the intruder, and abruptly made a break for it. He grabbed her arm roughly, and turned her to face him; it was hard for him to do, seeing as she looked so fragile now. She did not move, or speak: she just stood there, like a child with a hand in a cookie jar.
"Going somewhere?" he drawled, and pulled her closer.
"I...um..no?" she queried nervously, somewhat uncharacteristic of her. She was never fearful. Why was she now?
"Good." he smiled, and released her.She dashed to the balcony, climbed onto the railing and jumped without looking back.
Too late. Seifer had grabbed her by the waist as she vaulted over, and now she struggled in his grasp. She managed to get free, but he soon had her tackled and pinned to the ground. She squirmed and fought: she thought only of fleeing. She sighed, and stopped her relentless movement. It was obvious he would not allow her flight.
"That's better..." he whispered softly. The temptation was so great, he gave in; he bent down, kissing Fujin roughly. Surprisingly, she kissed back with increasing ardor. He stopped himself from going any further and got to his feet, helping her up afterwards. He clasped his hand around her small wrists "But you're not out of the woods yet." he smirked, and led her to a chair. She obediently sat on it. "Now, mind explaining that little stunt of yours?" he sounded like and adult scolding a child.
"I...can't explain." she muttered. The silver-haired maiden sighed. She was supposed to meet Edea in an hour, something that couldn't be done in this chaotic state of mind. It was hard enough dealing with earlier revelations. The room was spinning around her, and it was so confusing it started to make her dizzy. Why had he kissed her? She did not know. Her thoughts tormented her, until he began to frown.
"You just tried to jump out of a building and you don't know why? " He was starting to yell at her loudly. She cringed inwardly, despising it when he got mad like this.
"I have to go. It's none of your business." she said harshly, as she walked out the door this time without any disturbance.
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Seifer was seething. He had now discovered she had lost her speech impediment; it was odd listening to her speak full sentences. Phrases that she used to argue...not that he didn't rise to the occasion. The knight held his head in his hands. He had kissed her for the first time and she responded quite positively. It was different from making out with a local skirt; those girls came a dime a dozen. Fujin had more passion; she was also the first woman to resist his charms. He liked a good chase. His thoughts trailed off... where was Raijin? The oaf probably got lost somewhere. Well, if he was going to follow Fujin, he would need those supplies his witless companion was retrieving. He left the room, and searched for him.
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Ok, that was Chapter 3.Now for the disclaimer: I don't own any of Square's characters. I just periodically use them to satisfy my writing needs. So, I would like reviews/comments/suggestions.Please leave reviews,I thrive on them.(I'm not that desperate.Ok,maybe a teensy bit.
~Daph~