Walking.... Feet sore.... hot tears trickling down my cheeks.... Head
spinning... everything spinning... that light... I've seen it somewhere
before.... Zell.... Zell..
Zell.!
'ZELL!!'
'Leona?! Honey what's wrong?'
I groaned and put my hand over my forehead, my blurry vision slowly clearing. That voice... I knew that voice...
'Dad.?' I said softly, still rubbing my forehead.
'Yeah? Honey, what's wrong? You suddenly screamed and called out some guys name. you look pale, are you feeling ok? Does your throat hurt? How 'bout your head?' My dad battered me with questions, making my head hurt more.
'No, I'm. I'm fine dad, honest just...' I drifted off, looking around the room. Yup, it was my basement all right... But how...? How did I make it back home? Last thing I remember was walking out in the plains of Balamb and..... Now I'm here.
'I'm gonna have to take your moms side on this one, I think you should have a break from these video games sweetie. I mean, you JUST turned it on and you look like you were about to pass out'
I stared at my father oddly.
'What? I was... I mean, wait...' I bit my lower lip and ran my hands through my hair. Time. it must flow differently between the worlds.. Which means. for the weeks I had been there.. Not even a minute had passed here. Oh god, what could be happening right now? Zell. the others, they could be in trouble!
'No! I have to go back!' I shouted, suddenly standing up, pulling out of my dad's arms. The quick action made me dizzy, 'No!! Take me back!! I need to go back! Zell?! Quistis?! Shiva!! Someone bring me back!' I cried, falling to my knees and turning back on my Playstation in desperation. When I wasn't sucked in again, I jumped back up and screamed. No! This couldn't be happening! Oh god how stupid can I get?! What is wrong with me?!
'Leona! Calm down! What the hell has gotten into you?!'
I felt my dad's arms grasp my shoulders and shake me a bit. I opened my mouth to cry out in protest and call for Zell. but everything went black and the last thing I saw was the ceiling.
~*~
'The doctor said she had low iron levels in her blood. doesn't surprise me, the girls so wrapped up in those god damn video games she doesn't even eat at times!'
Mom.?
'Honestly David. I'm worried.. I want that damn Playstation and all her games out of the house. or at least hidden!'
What.?
'Kathy.'
'No David. look at what it's done to her!'
Get up stupid..!
'Ungh..' I groaned, once again my head was throbbing but this time I wasn't in my basement or in Balamb Garden... I think I'm in a hospital. I turned my head and looked over to see a bouquet of flowers on a yellow nightstand, tubes and medical systems right beside it.
'Look, she's awake!' My mom briskly walked into the room and sat down on the bed beside me, taking my hand, 'Honey. how do you feel?'
'Like shit.' I murmured, closing my eyes and laying back into the pillow. No. I shouldn't be here. I should be back in Balamb. helping the others. 'Leona, I understand you're ill but please, watch your language,' my father chastised. I closed my eyes, tears threatening to escape and pulled the blankets up and turned my back to them.
'Just leave me alone...' I said gravely.
'Leona. honey, what has gotten into you?' My mother pried.
'Just leave me alone!' I screamed, shutting my eyes tighter, the tears slowly streaming down my face.
'Alright... we'll be in the waiting room, just ask the nurse if you need us,' My dad said. I knew he was taking my shocked mother and leading her out of the room. I barely ever screamed at them. I'm sorry mom.. but I need this time alone to think.
'Your so stupid Leona...' I muttered to myself then rolled over back onto my back and looked up at the ceiling. I sniffled and wiped away my tears. I really was a big crybaby. I may act tough towards some people, but really I was easily hurt, extremely fragile.. That's why I would never be a good protector for the people in Zell's world. How the hell did they expect me to protect them?
Your selfish. nothing but a selfish, whiney bitch who lets everyone down. and you know it.
Of course I knew that... I wasn't going to deny it at all. I wanted to come back here. and here I am. regretting it. missing the gangs faces. they're smiles.. Zell's smile. his laugh.. His arms, so warm and protective around me..
'Oh god..' I let out a silent scream and pressed my forehead to my fisted hand, my breaths coming in hard and ragged, my whole body shaking. No.. why did I leave? I need them.. I need Zell; I miss Zell.. How could I ever think running would solve anything? If I was to be destined to be a protector of their world. then I should be there.
But you're a coward Leona, and you run from everything...
I was. I let down people I care for, an entire world.. I let down the only man I've ever truly loved. I was a selfish, cry baby, spineless bitch who pushes the people she loves further and further away.
'No!!' I screamed and buried my face into my pillow, crying hard into it, drenching it in seconds with my fast coming tears. I pulled my head out for breath, gasping and shaking.. Zell.. I needed Zell..
~*~
'GAH!!'
'What the hell?! He just fell out of nowhere!'
No kidding! WHOA! Check out the Tattoo!'
'Hey. dontcha think he looks like that one video game character Leona's sweet on?'
Leona....?
'Dude, I think he's alive..'
'Well help him up stupid! Honestly, your not the sharpest candle in the sky are you Audra?'
'Aw, leave me be will ya Alison? You're not any sharper! And besides dude, candles aren't sharp - they're bright!'
What the hell...? Candles...? Are these people on drugs?
'Here, help me lift him up!'
'Ok! At the count of three ok? . One.. Two.. THREE!!'
I groaned as I felt two small hands lift up my body and place me on what I guessed was a bench. Oh shit my head hurt. what the hell had happened?
'Hey.. Dude, you ok?'
I opened my eyes and looked up to see a girl with short spiky blonde hair and glasses staring down at me. I blinked my eyes a couple of times. What the hell was going on?
'Audra, back away dude, your probably scaring him!'
Who was that? I looked up and over to the left to see a shorter girl with long straight blonde hair and specs starin' at me too! What the fuck, where the hell was I damn it?! I wonder if this is Leona's world.. Wait a minute; they DID say Leona!
'Yo, do you chicks know another chick?!' I gasped all in one breath, sitting up suddenly.
'Uh.. Chirp?' The one with the short hair said. The other started laughing and soon the two of them were in fits of giggles.
'Yo, if your not gonna be of any help to me, then fuck both of ya!' I said, my patience growing really thin.
'Well, we know lots of CHICKS!' The long haired girl started saying, 'But. your gonna have to be a little more specific.'
The stupidity of my question hit me. Damn it hit me hard.
'Tch, sorry.. I was wondering if you ladies know a doll named Leona. She's got jaw length curly blonde hair. glasses uh. blue eyes that sometimes look green. aw shit what else..?' I stumbled, trying to describe Leona better.
'How 'bout a last name?' Long hair asked, placing her hands on her hips.
'Oh. OH!! Yeah! It's Chaplin! Leona Chaplin!' I blurted. The looks on they're faces told me right away they knew her but then they both grew serious looking.
'Ok Audra..' Long hair was talking again.
Ok, cool, that's the short haired girls name. so I guess that means the long haired girls name is Alison - If I'm remembering correctly. HYNE!! I remember these girls!! Leona mentioned them when they first arrived!
'Uh. I think he's spaced out Alison.' Audra said, walking up to me and waving her arms in front of my face. I shook my head and swatter her hand away.
'So you know her?!'
Alison crossed her arms and eyed me gravely.
'Yeah, we know her.. but it's not everyday a hot, tattooed guy falls out of the sky, lands conveniently in front of us, and is asking for our best friend.'
SWEET!! THEY KNOW HER CLOSELY!
'Look. uh, Alison right? And Audra? PLEASE! You have to help me! I really need to see Leona right away! It's like, really urgent!' I cried, holding my hands out to emphasize.
'Does she know you.?' Audra asked, coming up beside Alison and eyeing my suspiciously.
I groaned in frustration and ran my hands through my hair.
'YES!! NOW PLEASE MAY I SEE HER?!'
'Ok! Ok!' Audra and Alison said, both of them flushing from embarrassment. People were staring at us now.
'Thank you.' I breathed, 'I don't know what I'd -'
Audra cut me off.
'we're warning you though... she's not well, she's in the hospital.'
'what!' I cried, my head really starting to spin now. Oh god, what if something attacked her before she was able to get through?! I'LL KICK WHATEVERS ASS DID THAT TO HER!
'Uh. you'll do what?' Alison asked, raising her eyebrow at me.
Did I just say that out loud?
'It was uh. nothing, can you take me to see her?'
'Sure, if you turn around you'll see we're already here at the hospital. Alison and I were just on our way to see her,' Audra said the hooked her arm with Alison's and started walking, 'Shocking that the man that is so desperate to see Leona falls ten feet away from her.'
'Leona. you have weird friends.' I muttered to myself and followed them up to the hospital. This place was so strange.. Why would they need such a large place for a medical wing? I mean, sure, we have our hospitals back home but they're nowhere near this big..
'Hurry up, she's on the 11th floor,' Alison snapped, grabbing my arm and yanking me into the elevator with her and Audra. I could feel myself starting to shake in anticipation and with nervousness.
'This way uh.. Oh yeah, I never even asked your name!' Audra said, she and Alison leading the way down the long white hall.
'Uh. it's Zell.' I said, drifting off when I saw the looks on their faces.
'Weird..' Alison gasped.
'Uber weird.' Audra replied.
I was about to say something when I saw a tall, middle aged man run towards us. He reminded me of Leona for some reason... wait, dumbass, that must be her father! Shit, ah no! Not ready for this. this whole awkward meeting.. Ohhh I want to melt into the wall..!!
I sound like Leona.. 'Hehe,' I chuckled to myself, everyone else looking at me strangely. Yeah that's right Zelly, they cant hear your thoughts! 'Ahem, uh. sorry, can we go in and see Leona now?'
'Good lord. who's this? Are you an impersonator? You look like the man my daughter has pictures up of on her wall... well, at least I think so...' Leona's father walked slowly towards me, his eyes fell on my tattoo and he looked a bit disgusted but didn't say anything, 'why do you wish to see Leona?'
'Please. I'm a friend.' I begged, my desperation growing. I could tell that he was about to deny me entrance but Audra and Alison suddenly spoke up.
'This is.. Andrew Mr.Chaplin! I guess Leona hasn't told you about him has she?' Audra asked, obviously forcing her giggles, as well was Alison, but Mr.Chaplin didn't seem to notice.
'Oh.. well, you may go in and see her,' he said then leaned in close and put his hand on my shoulders, 'but mark my words boy, we're going to be having a little chat once your out of there. especially about this tattoo that adorns your face.'
I was about to snap back in protest, like I usually do. I mean, Hyne, he sounds just like some of the instructors back in Balamb! No, calm down Zell, you gotta go along with this for Leona's sake. even if her world is a little different from yours.
'Thank you sir,' I said, my fists stiff at my sides and I walked into the room. I looked over at the bed and felt myself pale when I saw Leona laying amongst the sheets, looking small... and weak.
'Leona..' I breathed, quickly coming to the side of hr bed and taking her hand in mine. When she didn't wake after I squeezed it a couple times, I pressed my forehead to hers and tried to bite back the tears that had started visiting me so frequently. ever since. she left me. No, I was here with her now, that was all that mattered and I was going to cherish this time. even I there was a chance it was limited.
'Unh..'
I practically fell backwards when I heard the soft moan escape from Leona's lips. I stared at her face in anticipation and as her eyes slowly blinked open, the smile on my face grew bigger and bigger.
'Zell.' She breathed, her own tears pouring out of her eyes and flowing down her porcelain cheeks. I didn't even bother to wipe at my own and wrapped my arms around her, pulling her close. I cried onto her shoulder as she cried on mine, the two of us too overwhelmed and happy to care. Almost reluctantly she pulled away, not too far though, and looked into my face.
'God. Zell. you're really here..' She said, her voice soft and astonished. I nodded and smiled and suddenly kissed her, deeply and passionately. I knew she wasn't well and was probably weak but I couldn't help it.. and besides, she kissed me just as strongly back!
'I'm here kitten... I'm going to be here as long as you need me to be..'
Leona smiled and gently traced the lines of my tattoo.... Something so small.. I never realized how much I enjoyed.I closed my eyes and held her close to me. She laughed and ran her hands through my hair.
'Zell! Hehe, your hair is about as limp as a 80 year old man!' She teased.
'HEY!' I cried in protest, my hands instantly going to her tummy to tickle her. I regretted it right away when she groaned and flinched a bit, 'aw, I'm sorry kitten; I forgot you were sick. Alison and Audra told me you were.'
'Alison and Audra..? But..how?' she asked, looking truly confused.
I smiled and just held her closer than ever, rocking slightly back and forth and gently running my fingers through her hair.
'Don't worry 'bout that right now baby.. just rest...' I said soothingly, leaning down to kiss her forehead. She eventually closed her eyes and drifted off, never moving once while in my arms. As selfish as it sounded, the threats of my world could wait.. because my other world was quickly becoming Leona.. And I vow to stop at nothing to protect her.
~*~*~*~
A/N: WHOO! Hey, how was that? I tried to make it nice and long for you all because I know my last chapter was pretty short and crappy :P Honestly, that one was just one to get me going, as you can see, I'm back in writing mode ^__^ Anyhoo, thank you to everyone who is reading and reviewing, it keeps me going ^^ I wonder if any of my friends are reading this. a number of people I love are mentioned in this fic or at least have had a cameo ;)
Anyhoo, thanks everyone ^^ Keep reading and reviewing :D
-Dinchtbaby
Zell.!
'ZELL!!'
'Leona?! Honey what's wrong?'
I groaned and put my hand over my forehead, my blurry vision slowly clearing. That voice... I knew that voice...
'Dad.?' I said softly, still rubbing my forehead.
'Yeah? Honey, what's wrong? You suddenly screamed and called out some guys name. you look pale, are you feeling ok? Does your throat hurt? How 'bout your head?' My dad battered me with questions, making my head hurt more.
'No, I'm. I'm fine dad, honest just...' I drifted off, looking around the room. Yup, it was my basement all right... But how...? How did I make it back home? Last thing I remember was walking out in the plains of Balamb and..... Now I'm here.
'I'm gonna have to take your moms side on this one, I think you should have a break from these video games sweetie. I mean, you JUST turned it on and you look like you were about to pass out'
I stared at my father oddly.
'What? I was... I mean, wait...' I bit my lower lip and ran my hands through my hair. Time. it must flow differently between the worlds.. Which means. for the weeks I had been there.. Not even a minute had passed here. Oh god, what could be happening right now? Zell. the others, they could be in trouble!
'No! I have to go back!' I shouted, suddenly standing up, pulling out of my dad's arms. The quick action made me dizzy, 'No!! Take me back!! I need to go back! Zell?! Quistis?! Shiva!! Someone bring me back!' I cried, falling to my knees and turning back on my Playstation in desperation. When I wasn't sucked in again, I jumped back up and screamed. No! This couldn't be happening! Oh god how stupid can I get?! What is wrong with me?!
'Leona! Calm down! What the hell has gotten into you?!'
I felt my dad's arms grasp my shoulders and shake me a bit. I opened my mouth to cry out in protest and call for Zell. but everything went black and the last thing I saw was the ceiling.
~*~
'The doctor said she had low iron levels in her blood. doesn't surprise me, the girls so wrapped up in those god damn video games she doesn't even eat at times!'
Mom.?
'Honestly David. I'm worried.. I want that damn Playstation and all her games out of the house. or at least hidden!'
What.?
'Kathy.'
'No David. look at what it's done to her!'
Get up stupid..!
'Ungh..' I groaned, once again my head was throbbing but this time I wasn't in my basement or in Balamb Garden... I think I'm in a hospital. I turned my head and looked over to see a bouquet of flowers on a yellow nightstand, tubes and medical systems right beside it.
'Look, she's awake!' My mom briskly walked into the room and sat down on the bed beside me, taking my hand, 'Honey. how do you feel?'
'Like shit.' I murmured, closing my eyes and laying back into the pillow. No. I shouldn't be here. I should be back in Balamb. helping the others. 'Leona, I understand you're ill but please, watch your language,' my father chastised. I closed my eyes, tears threatening to escape and pulled the blankets up and turned my back to them.
'Just leave me alone...' I said gravely.
'Leona. honey, what has gotten into you?' My mother pried.
'Just leave me alone!' I screamed, shutting my eyes tighter, the tears slowly streaming down my face.
'Alright... we'll be in the waiting room, just ask the nurse if you need us,' My dad said. I knew he was taking my shocked mother and leading her out of the room. I barely ever screamed at them. I'm sorry mom.. but I need this time alone to think.
'Your so stupid Leona...' I muttered to myself then rolled over back onto my back and looked up at the ceiling. I sniffled and wiped away my tears. I really was a big crybaby. I may act tough towards some people, but really I was easily hurt, extremely fragile.. That's why I would never be a good protector for the people in Zell's world. How the hell did they expect me to protect them?
Your selfish. nothing but a selfish, whiney bitch who lets everyone down. and you know it.
Of course I knew that... I wasn't going to deny it at all. I wanted to come back here. and here I am. regretting it. missing the gangs faces. they're smiles.. Zell's smile. his laugh.. His arms, so warm and protective around me..
'Oh god..' I let out a silent scream and pressed my forehead to my fisted hand, my breaths coming in hard and ragged, my whole body shaking. No.. why did I leave? I need them.. I need Zell; I miss Zell.. How could I ever think running would solve anything? If I was to be destined to be a protector of their world. then I should be there.
But you're a coward Leona, and you run from everything...
I was. I let down people I care for, an entire world.. I let down the only man I've ever truly loved. I was a selfish, cry baby, spineless bitch who pushes the people she loves further and further away.
'No!!' I screamed and buried my face into my pillow, crying hard into it, drenching it in seconds with my fast coming tears. I pulled my head out for breath, gasping and shaking.. Zell.. I needed Zell..
~*~
'GAH!!'
'What the hell?! He just fell out of nowhere!'
No kidding! WHOA! Check out the Tattoo!'
'Hey. dontcha think he looks like that one video game character Leona's sweet on?'
Leona....?
'Dude, I think he's alive..'
'Well help him up stupid! Honestly, your not the sharpest candle in the sky are you Audra?'
'Aw, leave me be will ya Alison? You're not any sharper! And besides dude, candles aren't sharp - they're bright!'
What the hell...? Candles...? Are these people on drugs?
'Here, help me lift him up!'
'Ok! At the count of three ok? . One.. Two.. THREE!!'
I groaned as I felt two small hands lift up my body and place me on what I guessed was a bench. Oh shit my head hurt. what the hell had happened?
'Hey.. Dude, you ok?'
I opened my eyes and looked up to see a girl with short spiky blonde hair and glasses staring down at me. I blinked my eyes a couple of times. What the hell was going on?
'Audra, back away dude, your probably scaring him!'
Who was that? I looked up and over to the left to see a shorter girl with long straight blonde hair and specs starin' at me too! What the fuck, where the hell was I damn it?! I wonder if this is Leona's world.. Wait a minute; they DID say Leona!
'Yo, do you chicks know another chick?!' I gasped all in one breath, sitting up suddenly.
'Uh.. Chirp?' The one with the short hair said. The other started laughing and soon the two of them were in fits of giggles.
'Yo, if your not gonna be of any help to me, then fuck both of ya!' I said, my patience growing really thin.
'Well, we know lots of CHICKS!' The long haired girl started saying, 'But. your gonna have to be a little more specific.'
The stupidity of my question hit me. Damn it hit me hard.
'Tch, sorry.. I was wondering if you ladies know a doll named Leona. She's got jaw length curly blonde hair. glasses uh. blue eyes that sometimes look green. aw shit what else..?' I stumbled, trying to describe Leona better.
'How 'bout a last name?' Long hair asked, placing her hands on her hips.
'Oh. OH!! Yeah! It's Chaplin! Leona Chaplin!' I blurted. The looks on they're faces told me right away they knew her but then they both grew serious looking.
'Ok Audra..' Long hair was talking again.
Ok, cool, that's the short haired girls name. so I guess that means the long haired girls name is Alison - If I'm remembering correctly. HYNE!! I remember these girls!! Leona mentioned them when they first arrived!
'Uh. I think he's spaced out Alison.' Audra said, walking up to me and waving her arms in front of my face. I shook my head and swatter her hand away.
'So you know her?!'
Alison crossed her arms and eyed me gravely.
'Yeah, we know her.. but it's not everyday a hot, tattooed guy falls out of the sky, lands conveniently in front of us, and is asking for our best friend.'
SWEET!! THEY KNOW HER CLOSELY!
'Look. uh, Alison right? And Audra? PLEASE! You have to help me! I really need to see Leona right away! It's like, really urgent!' I cried, holding my hands out to emphasize.
'Does she know you.?' Audra asked, coming up beside Alison and eyeing my suspiciously.
I groaned in frustration and ran my hands through my hair.
'YES!! NOW PLEASE MAY I SEE HER?!'
'Ok! Ok!' Audra and Alison said, both of them flushing from embarrassment. People were staring at us now.
'Thank you.' I breathed, 'I don't know what I'd -'
Audra cut me off.
'we're warning you though... she's not well, she's in the hospital.'
'what!' I cried, my head really starting to spin now. Oh god, what if something attacked her before she was able to get through?! I'LL KICK WHATEVERS ASS DID THAT TO HER!
'Uh. you'll do what?' Alison asked, raising her eyebrow at me.
Did I just say that out loud?
'It was uh. nothing, can you take me to see her?'
'Sure, if you turn around you'll see we're already here at the hospital. Alison and I were just on our way to see her,' Audra said the hooked her arm with Alison's and started walking, 'Shocking that the man that is so desperate to see Leona falls ten feet away from her.'
'Leona. you have weird friends.' I muttered to myself and followed them up to the hospital. This place was so strange.. Why would they need such a large place for a medical wing? I mean, sure, we have our hospitals back home but they're nowhere near this big..
'Hurry up, she's on the 11th floor,' Alison snapped, grabbing my arm and yanking me into the elevator with her and Audra. I could feel myself starting to shake in anticipation and with nervousness.
'This way uh.. Oh yeah, I never even asked your name!' Audra said, she and Alison leading the way down the long white hall.
'Uh. it's Zell.' I said, drifting off when I saw the looks on their faces.
'Weird..' Alison gasped.
'Uber weird.' Audra replied.
I was about to say something when I saw a tall, middle aged man run towards us. He reminded me of Leona for some reason... wait, dumbass, that must be her father! Shit, ah no! Not ready for this. this whole awkward meeting.. Ohhh I want to melt into the wall..!!
I sound like Leona.. 'Hehe,' I chuckled to myself, everyone else looking at me strangely. Yeah that's right Zelly, they cant hear your thoughts! 'Ahem, uh. sorry, can we go in and see Leona now?'
'Good lord. who's this? Are you an impersonator? You look like the man my daughter has pictures up of on her wall... well, at least I think so...' Leona's father walked slowly towards me, his eyes fell on my tattoo and he looked a bit disgusted but didn't say anything, 'why do you wish to see Leona?'
'Please. I'm a friend.' I begged, my desperation growing. I could tell that he was about to deny me entrance but Audra and Alison suddenly spoke up.
'This is.. Andrew Mr.Chaplin! I guess Leona hasn't told you about him has she?' Audra asked, obviously forcing her giggles, as well was Alison, but Mr.Chaplin didn't seem to notice.
'Oh.. well, you may go in and see her,' he said then leaned in close and put his hand on my shoulders, 'but mark my words boy, we're going to be having a little chat once your out of there. especially about this tattoo that adorns your face.'
I was about to snap back in protest, like I usually do. I mean, Hyne, he sounds just like some of the instructors back in Balamb! No, calm down Zell, you gotta go along with this for Leona's sake. even if her world is a little different from yours.
'Thank you sir,' I said, my fists stiff at my sides and I walked into the room. I looked over at the bed and felt myself pale when I saw Leona laying amongst the sheets, looking small... and weak.
'Leona..' I breathed, quickly coming to the side of hr bed and taking her hand in mine. When she didn't wake after I squeezed it a couple times, I pressed my forehead to hers and tried to bite back the tears that had started visiting me so frequently. ever since. she left me. No, I was here with her now, that was all that mattered and I was going to cherish this time. even I there was a chance it was limited.
'Unh..'
I practically fell backwards when I heard the soft moan escape from Leona's lips. I stared at her face in anticipation and as her eyes slowly blinked open, the smile on my face grew bigger and bigger.
'Zell.' She breathed, her own tears pouring out of her eyes and flowing down her porcelain cheeks. I didn't even bother to wipe at my own and wrapped my arms around her, pulling her close. I cried onto her shoulder as she cried on mine, the two of us too overwhelmed and happy to care. Almost reluctantly she pulled away, not too far though, and looked into my face.
'God. Zell. you're really here..' She said, her voice soft and astonished. I nodded and smiled and suddenly kissed her, deeply and passionately. I knew she wasn't well and was probably weak but I couldn't help it.. and besides, she kissed me just as strongly back!
'I'm here kitten... I'm going to be here as long as you need me to be..'
Leona smiled and gently traced the lines of my tattoo.... Something so small.. I never realized how much I enjoyed.I closed my eyes and held her close to me. She laughed and ran her hands through my hair.
'Zell! Hehe, your hair is about as limp as a 80 year old man!' She teased.
'HEY!' I cried in protest, my hands instantly going to her tummy to tickle her. I regretted it right away when she groaned and flinched a bit, 'aw, I'm sorry kitten; I forgot you were sick. Alison and Audra told me you were.'
'Alison and Audra..? But..how?' she asked, looking truly confused.
I smiled and just held her closer than ever, rocking slightly back and forth and gently running my fingers through her hair.
'Don't worry 'bout that right now baby.. just rest...' I said soothingly, leaning down to kiss her forehead. She eventually closed her eyes and drifted off, never moving once while in my arms. As selfish as it sounded, the threats of my world could wait.. because my other world was quickly becoming Leona.. And I vow to stop at nothing to protect her.
~*~*~*~
A/N: WHOO! Hey, how was that? I tried to make it nice and long for you all because I know my last chapter was pretty short and crappy :P Honestly, that one was just one to get me going, as you can see, I'm back in writing mode ^__^ Anyhoo, thank you to everyone who is reading and reviewing, it keeps me going ^^ I wonder if any of my friends are reading this. a number of people I love are mentioned in this fic or at least have had a cameo ;)
Anyhoo, thanks everyone ^^ Keep reading and reviewing :D
-Dinchtbaby