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Author's Note:.... Here we go for another chapter! I hope you enjoy!




The Lonely One
(Chapter 5: Someday)




(...Rotting in a cell.......)

(..My reward for trying to win Quistis...)

Seifer leaned on his knee, his other leg stretched out. The cell was dingy and dirty, the musty smell of old machinery and oil catching his nose every now and then... After the scene in the ballroom, he had gotten drug down to the basement level of the Garden and was thrown into a utility closet. Considering Balamb Garden had no real holding facilties, he guessed that this was the best they could come up with.

His mind drifted back to last night..

QUISTIS TREPE... I LOVE YOU!!!!!

Cringing slightly at his words, he realized that his confession was now known to practically everyone in the Garden.

But the only one that mattered out of them all was Quistis...

He was just satisfied that he was able to get all of it off his chest, even though it had meant making himself look like an idiot in front of everybody.

(...They all hate me anyway.. So I could really care less...)

Looking at his watch, he sighed and leaned the back of his head against the hard cold wall.

They were going to come for him soon.......

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Zipping up the black skirt, a part of her uniform, she turned and looked at herself in the bathroom mirror. Her SeeD jacket lay across the counter beside her, having yet to slip it on over her white undershirt. Goosebumps bagan to form on her arms and legs as she stared at her dishevelled self, her face clearly showing that she had not gotten a decent night's rest.
Taking a deep breath, she grabbed the jacket and pulled it over her shoulders, adjusting it, she grabbed the red tie off of a hook outside the door and slipped it over her head and under the collar of the top. Grabbing a brush off of the shelf she slowly ran it through her strawberry blonde locks, admiring how it shone in the dim light of the bathroom. Satisfied, she set it down and walked out leaving her red hair clips resting beside the sink.

Looking around her room for anything she might be forgetting, she grabbed her Save the Queen off of its resting place on her wall and headed toward her door. Looking back at the alarm clock on her night stand, she nodded and opened her door, stepping out and shutting it behind her...

9 a.m......

(...It's time...)


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Seifer raised his eyes at the sound of the lock unlatching. The heavy steal door opened to reveal two men dressed in SeeD uniforms. One was tall with a medium build, dark brown hair and fearful eyes. He looked a little nervous as he gazed at Seifer... The blond growled causing the young man to jump back. Smirking as the man's companion came in and handcuffed his hands together, he stared at the frightened SeeD.

(...I still got it..)

The man who was handcuffing him was the same one who had brought him to Squall last night. He sneered at remembering his encounter with his old rival. He hadn't changed much since Seifer saw him last, though the sight of his ex, Rinoa, standing at the side of the cold boy was a little unnerving.

(.... Just wait Squall.. Being with you will eventually suffocate her..)

He had no care for the raven-haired girl, but he knew her nature and he knew that she would eventually tire of Squall, even if they had been through a lot.

After all.... That's what had happened to him...

The red haired boy jerked painfully on Seifer's arms and pushed him out the door. Upon entering the grey corridor, Seifer was surprised to see Quistis standing there. She was clad in her uniform, her golden locks cascading over her shoulders curling slightly above her breasts. He looked into her eyes for a brief second before she turned away and began walking down the corridor. He was roughly pushed from behind forcing him to follow the object of his affection. The two male SeeDs flanked him, their hands gripping his arms tightly.

At that moment, his heart sank as he realized Quistis was going to be one of his escorts.... Lowering his eyes to the floor, he walked on.

She still hated him....

So much that she was going to deliver him into the hands of eternal captivity herself....

(..... My confession came too late...)

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Students jeered and booed as the three SeeDs led Seifer through the main hall of Garden, heading towards the Garden's parking lot.

Qusitis sighed heavily as a group of students shouted and threw garbage at the blond man.

"..Bastard!!"

"Go back Hell where you belong murderer!!!"

Fighting the urge to look back at the object of everyone's offense, she kept her eyes forward and jaw set. Everyone in Garden hated this man so much, the wounds left from lost friends and loved one's still fresh in their hearts and minds. She didn't blame them, they were only showing basic human nature....

They were lined up against the walls of the hall....

All yelling......

Some even cheering that the ex-sorceress's knight was getting what he deserved.

She suddenly found herself pitying the poor man.. Once proud and arrogant.. adored for his abilities, shunned for his attitude.. Now here he was, being displayed like some kind of pig for slaughter......

Her thoughts were pushed away as they finally reached the doors to the Parking Lot. Entering, she heard the footsteps of he three men behind her. The shouts and taunts of the students died away as they walked on further and further.

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Seifer settled down into the leather seat of the Garden car. Quistis sitting in the seat across from him, the jumpy SeeD sitting beside her. He kept shifting awkwardly every once and a while, though from nervousness or being uncomfortable, he couldn't guess.

(.Probably both......) he mused as he let his eyes linger around the vehicle, though he was careful to not obtain any kind of visual contact with Quistis. He was too embarrased and hurt to look at her....
The one person who had thought he was good, was now accompanying him to prison. An intense feeling of depression and defeat rose up form the pit of his stomach and rested on his chest.

It was over.. it was all over....

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Boarding the train heading to Deling, Quistis turned and watched her fellow SeeDs and Seifer board after her. The door slid shut, with a swish leaving them standing in the foyer of the train car. She walked up to the ticket reader and swiped the piece of paper though it, the door to her right opening.

"This way.."

Opening the door to the SeeD cabin, she walked in and pointed to the bottom bunk bed.

"..Handcuff him to the post. We'll take turns watching him until we get to Deling." she ordered. The two men saluted and did as she asked. Seifer sat on the matress, his head lowered and shoulders sagging. Quistis turned to the two men and nodded toward them.

"..You have my leave. Reynolds-" she looked at the brown haired boy, "You will take watch in two hours..." her gaze next shifted to the red haired boy, ".. Robinson, you will take watch during the final leg of the journey. Dismissed."

The two nodded and exited the room leaving Quistis and Seifer to themselves.

The blonde woman walked up to the couch and sat down putting a considerable distance between her and the forest eyed man. Clasping her hands in her lap, she leaned back against the back of the plush couch, crossing her legs. Her eyes drifted around the finely decorated cabin, and finally found their way to Seifer's still form on the bed. He hadn't moved an inch since he was brought in.

"..You might as well rest, we have a long while before we reach Deling.." she said indifferently. He seemed to not acknowledge her words for he still sat there silent.

"..I don't feel like sleeping.." he finally said, though she had to strain to hear it.

"..You'll need your rest.."

He shook his head allowing a couple of loose tendrils of his cropped blond hair to sway.

"..I would rather enjoy what moments of freedom I have left... I have a feeling this is the last time I'll be able to."

A silence followed. Neither moved nor said another word for the rest of the hour. Both seemingly contemplating deeply.. about what, neither knew... They sat facing eachother, unmoving...

Quistis reached for the cord to open the blinds. Pulling roughly on them, sunlight streamed in basking the room in a mid-morning glow. Seifer raised his eyes form the floor and looked out the window. Quistis followed suit and watched as the white whispy clouds floated across the horizon.

"..Enjoy the view.. because in about a half an hour we'll be underground and won't be coming up until we reach Deling." she said still looking out the window. She saw Seifer look at her out of the corner of her eye. He turned back to the window.

"..Quistis...?"

She looked at him.

Not moving to look at her, he gazed at the blue sky.

"..I'm sorry.."

(Sorry?)

He looked at her then to the ground, "...I don't hold anything against you.. Actually, I don't blame you at all. This is the least I deserve for what I've put everyone thourgh.. especially you.."

Her eyes widened slightly at his words..

After a moment, he continued.

"..I'm sure everyone will be at ease now knowing that I'm where I belong... Or maybe I'll even get the death sentence. I wouldn't be surprised... I just hope that it will be quick..." he chuckled slightly, "..Who knew that that day when I dragged you to come with me to Timber would lead to all this... It's strange how things play out huh?"

Looking to the window, he sighed.

"..I just wish that I had been able to fulfill some of my childhood dreams... Maybe even get married someday and have some rug-rats running around my feet.." he shrugged, "... I wonder if I would have made a good father..?" he laughed, "...but I suppose this situation answers my question."

His gaze turned back to Quistis, who had remained silent through his out-pouring of thoughts.

"..You do me a favour okay? You don't have to if you don't want to, but it would mean a lot to me...." he stared into her eyes and smiled sadly, "...Get married and live happily 'kay? And to someone who really deserves you. No one second best, you're too good for that...... Will you do that for me..?"

Her crystalline eyes glistened as she stared at the man. After a few moments, she nodded. Seifer smiled and laid back on the bed..

"..Thanks Instructor...." he whispered closing his eyes, "..Makes me feel a lot better...."

Quistis watched him as he drifted off into sleep, her eyes still misty with unfallen tears.

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The rest of the train ride went smoothly, Seifer guessed for he had been asleep the whole time. A five and a half hour train ride is hard to stay awake through afterall. Feeling the train jolt and slow down, he rubbed his eyes sleepily with his free hand, the hand that was cuffed to the bed ached a little at not having a comfortable place to rest. The blond man looked over to see the three SeeDs congrigating near the entrance to the cabin. Remembering why he was on this train made his chest ache a little. He guessed that in a little over two hours he would be in a dusty cell in Galbadia's Desert Prison.

Noticing that he was awake, the man with the last name Robinson walked over to him and released his handcuff from the bed post and replaced it on his free hand. Flinching slightly at how tight he made it, Seifer gritted his teeth and tried to bare it. He wanted to go to his fate with dignity rather than whining and crying like a coward.

His entourage led him out of the cabin, down the short corridor and into the first room of the train car. His mouth became at the sight of the walls of Deling's train station...
He had too many memories of this place.. and none of them were pleasent. Quistis stood at his side this time, her eyes also fixated. He began to wonder what she was thinking about......

(..I hope she carries out my request someday...)

The door slid open, the mid-afternoon air rushed into the car filling his nose with the smell of smoke and people. His eyes lingered on Quistis' form as she stepped off the train ahead of them, him and the two SeeDs at his sides following suit shortly after.

"...There's a van waiting for us at the station entrance." she said not turning around. The group headed up the escaltor leading out of the station. Sure enough, a sleek white van was parked right in front. A man adorned in a SeeD uniform caught sight of them and walked up.

"..Ms. Quistis Trepe..?"

She nodded, "..I am."

The young man handed her the key and motioned to the van behind him, "...This should be alright for transportation. If you run out of gas there's a gallon in a yellow container in the utility box under the back seat. The back of the van should be sufficent enough, " he motioned to Seifer, "to hold the prisoner."

(.....Prisoner...)

Quistis nodded thankfully, "...Thank you."

The man saluted them, a gesture that the group reciprocated. With that he walked passed them and back down into the train station. The blonde woman looked at her watch and walked up to the back of the van. The lock unlatched and she pulled open both doors. Looking back to the men in a silent command, they walked up and put Seifer into the back. His eyes locked with hers for a moment before he watched her close the doors. Everything was in darkness except for what light was emitted through the small window looking into the passenger part of the van.
Sighing, he leaned his back against the side of the van. He was resting on a cushioned bench, it emitted a few creaks as he shifted his weight. Feeling the vehicle rock slightly, he figured that the others were getting in. The engine started up, then he felt them moving.

They were off.

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Time ticked by slowly....

Very very slowly.

Seifer yawned and looked through the window. The only thing he could see was the back of Reynold's head. Trying to see passed him, he finally gave up and sank back down against the side.
He guessed it must've been about forty-five minues or so.....

(.....Damn.. I just want this over with..)

He closed his eyes, trying to see if sleep was even possible. His mind drifting between reality for a moment before slipping away....

The van jerked violently sending his head crashing into the side.

"..DAMN!!" he cried as he fell to the floor. His head throbbed, and he wondered silently if it was bleeding. Another jolt caused him to slide back into the doors.

They were going fast.....

Too fast...

(...What the hell happened up there!?)

Scrambling to the window he peered out, his eyes widening.

The red haired man who was driving was slumped over, half his body hanging over the side of the seat. He could see the brown haired man reaching over quickly, grabbing a hold of the wheel. A tree, directly in the path of the speeding vehicle.......

Bracing himself for impact, he tensed into a ball and tried to hold on.


All of a sudden the van turned sharply sending Seifer, who was not belted in, carrining into the side wall.


His vision blackened for a moment, then became fuzzy.

(...Quistis.......)

After a few minutes, the back doors flew open revealing a silhouette...

He struggled to see....

The person jumped in and undid his handcuffs. They looked back then waved their hand beckoning someone. Another form appeared, but he couldn't make them out either.

"Grab his right arm, I'll take his left."

He felt himself being pulled from the back of the van, and being set down gently onto the dusty ground.

He shook his head trying to rid himself of the double vision. When it finally cleared, he made out the person that was kneeling in front of him.

"..Quistis...?"

Unable to keep his eyes open, he let blackness envelope his vision completely.


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"..Dammit.." she muttered patting Seifer's cheek in an effort to wake him up. After receiving no response she sighed and looked back to the brown haired boy with the last name Reynolds.

"He passed out."

Shrugging, he sighed and knelt beside her.

"...We should've waited until we were in a clearer area.... I almost didn't miss that tree!"

"....Well, whatever. As long as he doesn't die I could care less. Did you remember to bring the stuff?"

Nodding, he undid his SeeD jacket and pulled the items from under his white muscle shirt. Laying them on the ground, Quistis looked them over.

"..Where did you manage to get these without looking suspicious..?"

"..I have connections... You're just lucky I agreed to go along with this or else you'd never have been able to pull it off."

Quistis laughed and shook her head picking up one of the items, "...You're one to talk Joe! You were so fidgety and nervous I was sure you were going to give us away!"

Joe scratched his neck, "...Can you blame me? I mean look what we're doing! We could be thrown in jail for this!"

"I know..." she said quietly looking at Seifer.

She felt Joe's hand grip her shoulder, ".... I'm not doing this because you're my commanding officer.. I'm doing this because you're my friend.... It's the least that I can do after what you did for me back in Timber. I owe my life to you."

Blushing slightly she chuckled uneasily, "..That was over two years ago!"

Shrugging he picked up one of the smuggled goods and held it up to the light.

"....Yeah well, whatever. Point is that I'm doing this for your sake, not his."

The blonde woman looked at the van, "..What should we do with Mr. Robinson...?"

Joe shrugged, his brown hair ruffling in the wind, "..Who gives a damn. The guy's such an arrogant prick. You should've seen how high and mighty he was acting after bragging about how he had apprehended the 'traitor Seifer Almasy'. Everyone was ready to strangle him and send him to prison instead." He looked to the van also, "..Besides, I wouldn't worry. It's only a little bump."

"I dunno... you did hit him pretty hard...."

He laughed, "....Just releasing my inner annoyance with him from last night, but as to not take any chances I might use some healing magic and a stop spell, if I gave him a concussion I wouldn't want to use a sleep on 'im. He should be fine though, not even a blow with an iron pipe could crack through a skull that thick!!"

Joe looked to the unconscious man in front of them, exchanging a brief look with Quistis.

"Shall we get to work?"

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(...I ache......)

(..My head...)

"..How long before we get to Timber? We've been driving for a while now..."

"I dunno.. An hour, hour and half.."

Seifer heard the voices drift around him, his head still fuzzy from hitting the inside of the van. One of the voices sounded familiar. His body was warm.. The feeling of rough wool scraping his neck caused him to open his eyes sleepily. The ceiling of the backseat caught his gaze as it drifted to his body. A heavy blanket was draped over him.. something was missing though. Looking underneath he realized his trenchcoat and clothes were gone, replaced by a pair of baggy jeans, navy blue shirt and black jacket. The seat shifted a little emitting a small creek.

"..You're finally awake."

Seifer looked to see Quistis looking back at him from her seat in the front passenger side. She stared at him for a moment then looked to the brown haired man driving.

"I think we did a pretty good job." she smiled. The man looked at her for a moment then looked at Seifer in the rearview mirror.

(....A good job..?)

"..Yeah, we shouldn't have any problems at the station.."

The ex-knight raised an eyebrow.

(The station..?)

Quistis looked at him again and jerked her head at him slightly, "..Go on, say something."

"..What the--" he grabbed his throat. His voice.... it sounded... different.

Quistis laughed, "..I'm glad it works."

"What works?!" Seifer scowled trying to adjust to his new voice. It sounded a little lighter and softer than his usual deep and husky one.

"It better frickin' work! Do you know how hard it is to find a voice modulater in a night's notice! I almost had to sell my soul to the guy to get the damn thing!" the man driving cried.

Seifer looked to Quistis, "... Where's my clothes?"

She pointed under his seat, "We folded them up and put them in a suitcase under there. You couldn't go around wearing that! It's too noticeable." She reached into the glove compartment and pulled out a small mirror.

"You should take a look at yourself." she said, a hint of a smile playing on her lips as she handed it to him.

Nothing could have prepared him for what he saw in that mirror.....

The man staring back at him had chestnut hair that came down to the nape of his neck, the longish bangs falling shaggily around his face, ending parallel with his nose. His eyes no longer a dark green, but a deep, almost black brown. Also, the long scar running over the bridge of his nose was no longer there. Quistis gasped aloud and reached over to put something on his face.

"I almost forgot." she said placing thin wired glasses on him completing the look.

I groan escaped from the man driving. Seifer watched him tap the gas guage and look to Quistis.

"We gotta stop for bit... We're out of gas."

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Seifer leaned against a nearby tree, the mirror still clutched in his hands.

(..What's going on..? Why aren't I in prison right now?....What the hell's with this disguise!?)

His eyes caught Quistis sitting on a stump a little ways from him. To his surprise, she was no longer wearing her SeeD uniform, but a pair of black pants, white t-shirt, and jean jacket. Her golden locks were also now pulled up into a ponytail.

(...What the hell is going on..?)

Setting his jaw he walked up to her. As he neared, she looked at him and stood up.

"I know what you're going to say." she sighed, "..And no, you're not on your way to the Desert Prison."

He crossed his arms, "..You owe me an explanation." He stepped back and spread out his arms, "..What the hell's with all this?! I get knocked out and wake up looking like some hippie college kid!"

She shook her head, "..Well, everyone knows your face, so it would be hard for you to get away from here without being recognized. Don't you agree?"

"Well what about you..?"

She shrugged, "..My SeeD uniform draws too much attention."

There was an awkward silence as Seifer gazed at the woman before him. It lasted for several moments before he finally spoke.

"..Who's idea was this?" he asked, his voice low.

Quistis' face reddened slightly as she clasped her hands behind her back, finding sudden interest in her boots.

"....Mine...."

His eyes widened slightly. Shaking his head he leaned in a little closer.

"..Why...?" he asked, his voice holding a hint of pleading. The blonde in front of him didn't raise her eyes from the ground, but kept them lowered.

He reached for her, placing his finger under her chin. Lifting it, he brought her eyes up to his.

"Answer me." he said quietly as he searched into her crystal pools.

She hesitated, then finally opened her mouth to speak...

Her voice came out as a husky whisper,"..I-"

"We're ready to hit the road!!!"

The two of them turned to look at the man Seifer had learned was named Joe. He stood there for a moment with a raised eyebrow at Quistis and Seifer. The woman stepped away from Seifer, giving him a last glance before walking towards the van. Watching her walk away, the now brunette man furrowed his brow.

(...What was she going to say..?)

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Quistis opened the passenger side door and got in, slamming it hard. Her cheeks still flushed from the close contact with Seifer.

(..You think it would be easier since he doesn't even look like himself...)

She heard the backdoor slam and felt his presence, even through the back of her seat. Joe jumped in last and turned the key in the ignition. The van's engine turned over after a few tries.

They were back on their way.

(..We'll be in Timber soon....)

Sighing quietly, she looked out the window at the passing scenery.

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Time passed, the large evergreens becoming more in number as they drove. The sky had gone from a soft afternoon glow to a dark dusy colour. Streaks of pink and gold wound their way through the clouds painting a pituresque scene. Everyone in the vehicle remained quiet during the remainder of the trip.... The silence was uncomfortable, hanging in the air like fog.

Her eyes traced back on the window, the man sitting behind her's reflection faintly could be seen. He had his arms crossed, slouching slightly, eyes fixated on some invisible object.. It was odd to see this strange man sitting behind her, but she could still pick out Seifer's features if she looked hard enough. She quickly looked away when she noticed him catch her gaze in the window, a small blush spreading across her cheeks. Turning her eyes to the road ahead of them, her heart sank a little as the buildings of Timber rose over the horizon.

Joe looked at his watch and shook his head.

"..We're gonna be late.."

"..We can't be late!" Quistis cried despite herself, "..This is the last train leaving for FH 'til tomorrow afternoon!"

"FH?"

Quistis looked in the rearview mirror at Seifer, his eyebrow raised in questioning.

"..Then after that you reboard on the train to Esthar. It's far away, and they'll have a helluva of a time finding you." she answered blandly looking ahead once more.

Joe skidded around a corner causing everyone to hit the side. Speeding up to the next corner, he stopped.

"You'll have to get out and jog the rest of the way, 'cause I don't think I'll be able to find a parking spot without us missing the train! I'll come and pick you up at the station in ten minutes or so Quisty.."

Nodding, Quistis jumped, Seifer grabbed the suitcase from under the seat and followed suit, slamming their doors behind them. Both stood and watched as Joe sped away down a side street. Quistis looked at her watch and motioned for Seifer to follow her.

"The train's leaving in five minutes! We're gonna have to run!"

Receiving odd stares and looks as the two ran down the semi-crowded streets of Timber, Quistis thanked Hyne when the train station platform finally came into view. She cursed slightly as she almost tripped on the stairs leading up to the ticket booth.
Panting, she leaned one arm against the side of the window and tried to catch her breath, Seifer's struggled breaths sounding behind her. A middle aged woman with greying hair turned and regarded them with a crooked smile.

"Train to FH?"

The blonde woman nodded taking a deep breath, "..We reserved a private cabin for a Mr. John Langhoff...?"

The woman nodded, typing something into the small computer at her side. After a moment or two, she turned her eyes back to them and smiled.

"..Yes that's right Mrs. Langhoff--"

Quistis felt Seifer eye her back.

"Mr. Langhoff..?" the lady said looking back to Seifer. After an elbow in the ribs from the azure-eyed woman he finally spoke up.

"Yeah, that's me."

"After you reach FH you'll reboard for Esthar."

He nodded.

"Now," she said looking passed them, "They'll be leaving in a minute or so.... so you'd best be hurrying. Just enter Door Ten and you should be able to get to your cabin from there. "

Quistis nodded, "Thank you very much." turning to Seifer she linked her arm with his, "C'mon hon, let's go.."

Walking a ways away, Quistis unlinked her arm from Seifer's and looked from door to door. Feeling his eyes on her, she set her gaze to him and shook her head.

"What..?"

Crossing his arms, his smirked slyly, "... Mrs. Langhoff..?"

"After finding out that you escaped, chances are that Garden is going to question every train station employee in Galbadia. That's precisely why I 'm not wearing my SeeD uniform. If people say a SeeD put someone on a train shortly after you escaped, they'll begin to suspect...."

"...Uh huh..." he said eyeing her. Shaking her head she pointed.

"..Your door's over there.."

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Seifer followed Quistis to the platform, his eyes never leaving her form once. When they finally reached it, she turned and looked at him.

"..Well.. We're here.."

"..Yeah......."

Silence..

"..Quistis.."

She looked up at him.

"..Why are you doing this...?"he asked softly.


A chime sounded signalling the train would be leaving shortly.


He raised an eyebrow as she sighed in relief and pulled him towards the door. He stepped in and turned toward her, still standing in the open doorway.

They regarded eachother for a moment before either spoke.

"...We gonna see eachother again..?" he asked leaning against the side.

A moment passed before she shrugged, "....Maybe.. Someday.."

He cocked his head and shrugged...

"..I guess I'll be seein' ya.."

She nodded.

Silence.

"..Hey Seifer..."

"....What?"

She smiled at him. Her eyes glistening.

"I love you."

His eyes widened. Just as he was about to open his mouth, the train door shut in front of him. Looking at it in confusion, he pounded his fists against it. Stopping, he watched as Quistis' pace broke into a run as she followed the train as it left. Pressing his palms against the glass, he stared at the blonde woman, now stopped due to the fact that the platform ended. She smiled sadly as the dying sun glinted off of the tears now trickling down her rosy cheeks. Her arm waving madly at him, he watched as her form became farther and farther away until finally, she was gone.
Pressing his forehead against the glass, he breathed in deeply, his thoughts still on the blue-eyed woman.

(...She loves me.......)

Looking at the golden horizon, he smiled as he watched the sun fade.

(...You're right.We'll meet again....)

(....Someday.....)


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To be continued


Author's Note: Whew.. that took a long time! Did you enjoy the little twist to it? I hope so! Well, Quisty loves him back, but I guess it sucks 'cause he gone right?

Next chapter's coming soon.
And I'm thinking that it'll be the last too!

Thanks for reading!
See ya!!