Forever Friends

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Chapter 7 - Confessions

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Sheba sighed as she rested in the bathtub. The soothing water warmed her skin, and allowed her mind to wonder. She allowed her mind to ponder the mystery that filled her mind these days - Isaac.

After their chat the night before, she had gone to sleep, hoping that some vision would come to her in her dreams. Nothing came. She thoght that maybe she would dream a dream that was symbolic in some fashion. No such luck. What could she do about him? The more she thought about him, the more she thought of how she was attracted to him. The more she thought about her attraction to Isaac, the more she felt that she was intruding on his vow.

She shook her head. It was silly for her to even think of loving Isaac. He was like a brother to her! He loved Jenna, who had died, what, four weeks ago? She had no right to intrude on his life, and yet she had. Why had she?

The only reason was that she didn't want him to suffer, and wanted to help him.

But somewhere along the line, her simple idea had turned into the realization that she had feelings for Isaac. Deep feelings. But how could she possibly tell him? He was still in mourning, and most men she knew didn't remarry after loosing a spouse. Any feelings for him would have to be kept private.

Wiping a tear from her cheek, she reached for a towl. No longer could she aid Isaac, for just seeing him would bring her feelings to the surface. She worried what would happen to Isaac and Robert, but she knew that she didn't want to burden Isaac with her presence. After all, he didn't love her, he loved Jenna.

She pulled her clothes on, thinking of where she could go. There was always Lemuria, where she could learn of her past. There was Lalivero, though she would probably not be recognized. Wipping another tear from her cheek, she opened the bathroom door, intent on gathering her clothes -

- only to find Isaac standing outside the door, a warm smile on his face. Again wiping her tears, she looked into his eyes. Something was differient about him, as if a burden had been lifted from his shoulders. A horrifying thought filled her mind: he knew what she planned? No, she was being parinoid. Yes, that's all it was. She was just panicing.

"Sheba, can we talk?"

*Oh no...* She followed him towards the bed, where they took their seats. She looked into his eyes, and for the first time in days, he looked...happy. Why was that?

"Sheba, I...This morning, I recalled a discussion that Jenna and I had a few years ago when Robert was a year old. We discussed...what we should do if one of us passed on... Jenna insists..ted, that I find someone to help me raise Robert."

Sheba felt her throat become dry as a lump formed. Was he saying that he wanted her to stay?

"Isaac..."

He moved his left hand to wipe her new tears from her face, gently wispering. "Sheba, I was hoping that you could stay with me and..." His face became bright red as he seemed to search for the words. "Sheba, w..w..woul..d you...m..m.."

Sheba simply nodded her head, unsure what she should say. "Yy..you...want me to ..mar..ry you?"

A tear rolled down his cheek, and Sheba immediately wondered if she had upset him. She tried to get up, but as she rose, he grasped her hand, his face redder than a beet. "Sheba, I hope I didn't upset you or anyting, but..."

Sheba tried to speak, but was beyond words. Isaac's gaze stared at hers, and she inwardly cursed herself for not answering. Unable to form words in her dry throat, she sat down next to him, embracing him in a hug. To her shock, he returned the hug, and pulled away enough to look at her. She stared into his eyes, unable to hold herself back anymore. "I love you Isaac."

He stared into her eyes, and for a moment, she thought that she had gone too far. To her shock, he leaned forward and kissed her. Her fears forgotten, she allowed herself to be enraptred in bliss...

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Felix found this particular dream to be somewhat pleasant, something that did not happen often these days. He found himself wandering a large verdant field topped with a blue sky and only dots of clouds. The whole paradise spread for miles around, and was as pleasant as...

"Hi, Felix."

That voice. It was not possible... Turning, he felt the blood fade from his face. "Jenna..."

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Sheba - o_o

What?

Sheba - That was...FLUFF!

Eh, maybe. But it was the general idea that I had. And for those wondering how the fury of Felix will fit in, I DO plan to title the next chapter "Felix's Fury," though it probably won't be what you expect...XD

And now, to the reviews!

Forgotten Souls - -_- It HAS been done before, and I'm about to use it yet again. But you could tell this, yes? And I want to thank you for noting that error. I was so busy trying to not type Nygel instead of Robert that I forgot all about who Isaac was talking to (the fact that I was beginning to think of THIS chapter then didn't help any, either). Thanks again!

Gay Witch - Go Jenna? Oh well. It MIGHT get better from here, with the next one being a bit more angsty. MIGHT....XD And a LONGER chapter is coming, I assure you!

Pyro1588 - Hmm, a lot of reivews to comment on... Ok, here we go. I HAVE stayed in my house for over a month at one time, but that was due to a holiday, bad weather, and the fact that I had no reason to leave the house. And he is eating more, though I will admit that I ripped his thoughts on the food from personal experiances... LONG story there... I do like to try to explore the minds of the characters, though sometimes I wonder if I go too far... Lycanthrope? What is THAT? A fic or what? Anyway, thanks for the review!

Smurf Cat - Blackmail is a many splendored thing... A fight scene has been considered, but I dunno yet... Yep, Felix will want to kill Isaac. Wonder how ol' Robin will hold out, eh? Thanks for the compliment, but how is it confusing? PLEASE TELL ME! Thanks for the review!

Four reviers? Well, it's more than last time anyway... Sheba, if you would...

Sheba - MIKAA DOES NOT OWN GODLEN SUN OR NINTENDO! REVIEW!!!