Topazia: Back again with another lovely chapter!
Riku: oh joy... -.-'
Topazia: Oh hush! Anyways...on to reviews. Thanks you guys!
fantasymichelle14: Lol, guess I was sort of wrong for leaving you hanging like that. Sorry!
Sora Otaku: Aww, come on! Riku's not that big of an idiot. Maybe just a little one though... (Riku: *glare* Topazia: ^^')
Alisa: Thank you! Glade you like it. ^^
Zelphie: Don't worry, They'll get together (next chapter). I promise! I just didn't want to make it too soon after the 'incident' with Kairi.
CLOud: Thanks for the complement! ^^
Moumoukech: Lol! I feel so loved! Oh and thanks for pointing out my mistakes. Sometimes I'm in such a hurry to update that I might miss a few things. I'll try to fix that.
Misty Day: Lol! Don't feel bad; I've done that before...I won't tell anyone if you don't. ^^
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Spirit Dreams Inside
I yawned, stumbling out of bed and hitting the hard wood floor. It was cool and soft, and my body protested when I stood. My night had been filled with vivid dreams of Riku, his words echoing through my mind. 'You're playing with fire...'
I cringed, memories of Kairi's deceit coming back to haunt me again. As childish as this might seem, I actually miss her. Despite all that's she's done to me, there's still part of me that loved her. That's natural right? It is love...right? Or maybe its just friendship that I'm feeling.
Ever since Riku kissed me I've been feeling strange towards him. That's not natural is it? To love someone you've considered a best friend and rival for so long. But then again it kinda seemed like something straight out of a fairy tail.
Two friends striving for the same thing: to be the best, only to later fall in love. I shook my head suddenly. That sounded so mushy. I read romance novels, can you tell?
I've spent a lot of time thinking about things that puzzled me but nothing confused me as much as this. I don't think I've ever felt this many things for someone, not even for Kairi.
"Maybe Riku can help." I mumbled to myself. Half of me wanted to cut flips at the chance to see him again, just to see what new way he'd surprise me today. The other half wanted to run and hide.
Lacing my shoes tight I quickly darted out the door. And towards the Paopu tree. A soft sound reached me and I recognized it instantly as Riku's guitar. I loved to watch him play, it was like watching ripples move across water. "Riku!" I called with a wave.
He spun around with his instrument in his hands, a genuine smile on his face. Different from the 'ha! You suck and I rule' grins he usually gave me. It was soft and sweet. His eyes portrayed a peace that I rarely see on him. A peace that screamed, I'm free.
So that was it, music was his freedom, his escape. It eased his pain and gave him a since of security that gave him the strength to carry on, on this isolated island. I couldn't help but stare...
"Sora!" he called back, swinging his body lazily as he played. "Hey." He smirked this time and I felt my cheeks heat up. How embarrassing. He found this very amusing, much to my annoyance but kept on playing, his tongue tracing over his lips before he started singing.
"I wake from a nightmare now
In the day it haunts me
It slowly tears me apart
With dreams of a distant love
I'm a wandering satellite"
(A/N:I love this song! I actually had a dream about this before I typed it, weird huh? ^^')
It was wonderful. I had never heard him sing before. His voice was deep and rich, strong where it was needed and soft when it was time. Why had he kept this from me? I grinned and he smiled back, his head bobbing slightly.
He was wearing baggy blue jean shorts and a white sleeveless top. The heat from the sun caused little drops of sweat to form on his creamy skin, causing him to shine again. What a drool fest, what more could you ask for? OH God I was beginning to act like a stupid schoolgirl. No offense...don't hurt me!
"Somewhere in the wasteland
I see you smiling at me
A vision out of my dreams
Will everything change?
Take the pain away
Lead me with your light"
Riku winked at me again and I felt the heat returned to my cheeks. He was taunting me again wasn't he? But somehow I had the feeling that this song was being directed at me. That or I'm just acting like a lovesick puppy.
I took a few steps towards him, mesmerized by the rhythm his body kept. Slow, painfully slow, agonizing even. I was his...light? Maybe that's what drew me to him; there was something dark about him in a sexy, mysterious way. Pathetic, I'm critiquing him as if he were a piece of meat.
Riku would let me get so far before he managed to back away, gracefully, his smirk on his face. He's such a tease...an arrogant ass.
"Heading for the sun
Leave the sadness behind
Crossing oceans dry
Yeah"
Eventually I gave up chasing him around the little island, settling for the simple fact that torturing me is what he lived for. I sat back on the paopu tree, a pathetic pout on my face, not that the bastard minded. Oh, no, not at all!
Stupid evil person! My pout remained only for a little while. For some reason I just couldn't stay mad at him. Damn it all. But then...wasn't that the same with everyone? I couldn't stay mad at anyone (well except for maybe Kairi), it just wasn't me.
"My world spinning out of time
Won't somebody stop me?
I may be losing my way
Will you make it right?
Take the pain away
Hear me as I cry"
My head bobbed slightly, and I felt myself slipping away into that void within my mind. You know, the one where pigs can fly and all schools burn in hell? Yeah, that one. My imagination.
This song for some reason touched me in many ways, it reminded me of him. Was he trying to tell me something? Was he losing his way? If so, what could I do to stop him? His image was burned vividly into my mind, that peaceful yet beautiful smile on his face.
He was fading away, slowly disappearing and I had to open my eyes again to confirm that he was still there and I wasn't just hearing things. We had started to grow apart after I started 'dating' Kairi. Maybe now we can rebuild what we once had and perhaps make it more.
"Heading for the sun
Leave the sadness behind
Crossing oceans dry
Deep inside I go"
But he was so hesitant sometimes and I found myself wondering, was he just playing with me like Kairi had? That deserved a mental slap, no...kick. Riku would never hurt me. He had no reason to. Bad Sora, bad!
I guess you could say that I was becoming wary of my situations, after what Kairi did to me, I had a right to be, right? 'But that doesn't mean Riku would' Damn the evil eavesdropping voice of doom. But it was true.
"Spirit dreams inside
Spirit dreams inside"
The spirit dreams inside huh? Then if so...Riku's been sleeping the whole time? Then what would happen if you were to wake him up? I juggled my memory, going back to the first time we kissed. He had been so forceful, demanding. Was that the real Riku, the spirit that dreams inside? How...interesting...
I frowned growling in frustration and falling back on my perch on the old bent tree. I think to damn much for my own good; these thoughts would haunt me for hours. I'd have a headache if I didn't stop soon.
"What can I do, I ask?
There's nothing left to say
What can I do, I ask?
There's nothing left to say
Why am I here?
Why am I lost?
Where is love?
Lead me with your light"
I released a soft sigh, letting my eyes cross just to watch my bangs fly. A smile on my face, I jumped off the tree trunk, walking up behind Riku. His wandering had led him to the edge of his island by the ladder that led into the water.
He didn't move this time but stood there instead, much to my relief. Hesitating only for a moment I rested my cheek on his back, reaching forwards to coil my arms around his strong frame. I could hear his voice vibrating in his chest, lulling me into a semi sleep, or a daze. One of the two.
"Heading for the sun
Leave the sadness behind
Crossing oceans dry
Deep inside I go
Heading for the sun
Leave the sadness behind
Crossing oceans dry
Deep inside I go"
The hurt seemed to slowly fade away, leaving a mind numbing calm in its wake. My questions from before had been answered without him having to say a word; his presence was all I needed. It told me to be strong and follow my heart and that was exactly what I was going to do.
I was doing to listen to my heart, not anyone else and right now it was telling me I was going in the right direction. I'd make him stop hesitating around me, I'd show him that I could play with fire, fire straight from hell. And besides, forbidden fruit is always sweeter, right?
"Spirit dreams inside Spirit dreams inside Spirit dreams inside..."
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Topazia: Ah! Another chapter. Sorry this one was a little short. I kinda had a little writer's block spell going, but don't worry. The next chapter will be much longer and way better. Let's just say Riku loses it and leave it at that shall we?
Riku: oh joy... -.-'
Topazia: Oh hush! Anyways...on to reviews. Thanks you guys!
fantasymichelle14: Lol, guess I was sort of wrong for leaving you hanging like that. Sorry!
Sora Otaku: Aww, come on! Riku's not that big of an idiot. Maybe just a little one though... (Riku: *glare* Topazia: ^^')
Alisa: Thank you! Glade you like it. ^^
Zelphie: Don't worry, They'll get together (next chapter). I promise! I just didn't want to make it too soon after the 'incident' with Kairi.
CLOud: Thanks for the complement! ^^
Moumoukech: Lol! I feel so loved! Oh and thanks for pointing out my mistakes. Sometimes I'm in such a hurry to update that I might miss a few things. I'll try to fix that.
Misty Day: Lol! Don't feel bad; I've done that before...I won't tell anyone if you don't. ^^
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Spirit Dreams Inside
I yawned, stumbling out of bed and hitting the hard wood floor. It was cool and soft, and my body protested when I stood. My night had been filled with vivid dreams of Riku, his words echoing through my mind. 'You're playing with fire...'
I cringed, memories of Kairi's deceit coming back to haunt me again. As childish as this might seem, I actually miss her. Despite all that's she's done to me, there's still part of me that loved her. That's natural right? It is love...right? Or maybe its just friendship that I'm feeling.
Ever since Riku kissed me I've been feeling strange towards him. That's not natural is it? To love someone you've considered a best friend and rival for so long. But then again it kinda seemed like something straight out of a fairy tail.
Two friends striving for the same thing: to be the best, only to later fall in love. I shook my head suddenly. That sounded so mushy. I read romance novels, can you tell?
I've spent a lot of time thinking about things that puzzled me but nothing confused me as much as this. I don't think I've ever felt this many things for someone, not even for Kairi.
"Maybe Riku can help." I mumbled to myself. Half of me wanted to cut flips at the chance to see him again, just to see what new way he'd surprise me today. The other half wanted to run and hide.
Lacing my shoes tight I quickly darted out the door. And towards the Paopu tree. A soft sound reached me and I recognized it instantly as Riku's guitar. I loved to watch him play, it was like watching ripples move across water. "Riku!" I called with a wave.
He spun around with his instrument in his hands, a genuine smile on his face. Different from the 'ha! You suck and I rule' grins he usually gave me. It was soft and sweet. His eyes portrayed a peace that I rarely see on him. A peace that screamed, I'm free.
So that was it, music was his freedom, his escape. It eased his pain and gave him a since of security that gave him the strength to carry on, on this isolated island. I couldn't help but stare...
"Sora!" he called back, swinging his body lazily as he played. "Hey." He smirked this time and I felt my cheeks heat up. How embarrassing. He found this very amusing, much to my annoyance but kept on playing, his tongue tracing over his lips before he started singing.
"I wake from a nightmare now
In the day it haunts me
It slowly tears me apart
With dreams of a distant love
I'm a wandering satellite"
(A/N:I love this song! I actually had a dream about this before I typed it, weird huh? ^^')
It was wonderful. I had never heard him sing before. His voice was deep and rich, strong where it was needed and soft when it was time. Why had he kept this from me? I grinned and he smiled back, his head bobbing slightly.
He was wearing baggy blue jean shorts and a white sleeveless top. The heat from the sun caused little drops of sweat to form on his creamy skin, causing him to shine again. What a drool fest, what more could you ask for? OH God I was beginning to act like a stupid schoolgirl. No offense...don't hurt me!
"Somewhere in the wasteland
I see you smiling at me
A vision out of my dreams
Will everything change?
Take the pain away
Lead me with your light"
Riku winked at me again and I felt the heat returned to my cheeks. He was taunting me again wasn't he? But somehow I had the feeling that this song was being directed at me. That or I'm just acting like a lovesick puppy.
I took a few steps towards him, mesmerized by the rhythm his body kept. Slow, painfully slow, agonizing even. I was his...light? Maybe that's what drew me to him; there was something dark about him in a sexy, mysterious way. Pathetic, I'm critiquing him as if he were a piece of meat.
Riku would let me get so far before he managed to back away, gracefully, his smirk on his face. He's such a tease...an arrogant ass.
"Heading for the sun
Leave the sadness behind
Crossing oceans dry
Yeah"
Eventually I gave up chasing him around the little island, settling for the simple fact that torturing me is what he lived for. I sat back on the paopu tree, a pathetic pout on my face, not that the bastard minded. Oh, no, not at all!
Stupid evil person! My pout remained only for a little while. For some reason I just couldn't stay mad at him. Damn it all. But then...wasn't that the same with everyone? I couldn't stay mad at anyone (well except for maybe Kairi), it just wasn't me.
"My world spinning out of time
Won't somebody stop me?
I may be losing my way
Will you make it right?
Take the pain away
Hear me as I cry"
My head bobbed slightly, and I felt myself slipping away into that void within my mind. You know, the one where pigs can fly and all schools burn in hell? Yeah, that one. My imagination.
This song for some reason touched me in many ways, it reminded me of him. Was he trying to tell me something? Was he losing his way? If so, what could I do to stop him? His image was burned vividly into my mind, that peaceful yet beautiful smile on his face.
He was fading away, slowly disappearing and I had to open my eyes again to confirm that he was still there and I wasn't just hearing things. We had started to grow apart after I started 'dating' Kairi. Maybe now we can rebuild what we once had and perhaps make it more.
"Heading for the sun
Leave the sadness behind
Crossing oceans dry
Deep inside I go"
But he was so hesitant sometimes and I found myself wondering, was he just playing with me like Kairi had? That deserved a mental slap, no...kick. Riku would never hurt me. He had no reason to. Bad Sora, bad!
I guess you could say that I was becoming wary of my situations, after what Kairi did to me, I had a right to be, right? 'But that doesn't mean Riku would' Damn the evil eavesdropping voice of doom. But it was true.
"Spirit dreams inside
Spirit dreams inside"
The spirit dreams inside huh? Then if so...Riku's been sleeping the whole time? Then what would happen if you were to wake him up? I juggled my memory, going back to the first time we kissed. He had been so forceful, demanding. Was that the real Riku, the spirit that dreams inside? How...interesting...
I frowned growling in frustration and falling back on my perch on the old bent tree. I think to damn much for my own good; these thoughts would haunt me for hours. I'd have a headache if I didn't stop soon.
"What can I do, I ask?
There's nothing left to say
What can I do, I ask?
There's nothing left to say
Why am I here?
Why am I lost?
Where is love?
Lead me with your light"
I released a soft sigh, letting my eyes cross just to watch my bangs fly. A smile on my face, I jumped off the tree trunk, walking up behind Riku. His wandering had led him to the edge of his island by the ladder that led into the water.
He didn't move this time but stood there instead, much to my relief. Hesitating only for a moment I rested my cheek on his back, reaching forwards to coil my arms around his strong frame. I could hear his voice vibrating in his chest, lulling me into a semi sleep, or a daze. One of the two.
"Heading for the sun
Leave the sadness behind
Crossing oceans dry
Deep inside I go
Heading for the sun
Leave the sadness behind
Crossing oceans dry
Deep inside I go"
The hurt seemed to slowly fade away, leaving a mind numbing calm in its wake. My questions from before had been answered without him having to say a word; his presence was all I needed. It told me to be strong and follow my heart and that was exactly what I was going to do.
I was doing to listen to my heart, not anyone else and right now it was telling me I was going in the right direction. I'd make him stop hesitating around me, I'd show him that I could play with fire, fire straight from hell. And besides, forbidden fruit is always sweeter, right?
"Spirit dreams inside Spirit dreams inside Spirit dreams inside..."
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Topazia: Ah! Another chapter. Sorry this one was a little short. I kinda had a little writer's block spell going, but don't worry. The next chapter will be much longer and way better. Let's just say Riku loses it and leave it at that shall we?