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Chapter 2: Zells Bad Day

Zell had always hated waiting in line, even for his preferences, but if he hadn't lost playing Triple Triad to Irvine, he wouldn't be standing here in the first place. To make matters worst he had lost Diablos his favorite. If Kinneas doesn't give it back I'll give him one proper woppin he won't forget. He smiled wildly at the thought then glanced back to where they were sitting. Selphie waved then yelled:

"Don't forget NO MILK!"

"Excuse me are you going to order?" He turned his attention back to the row just to notice that he was the only one standing there. Feeling stupid, which happened often, he apologized and ordered. When he received their order, he brought their grub to the table.

"Here's for Espressos with lots o sugar for Miss sunshine dress, two eggs over- easy , bacon, and beans for the little buckaroo, and two hot- dogs for - "

"The chicken wuss" interrupted Irvine. The furious fighter was about to throw a punch, when their cheerful comrade reminded them of their mission.

"C'mon guys we have to check out the place where the SeeD exams are gonna take place. Stop arguing for at least an hour!" Zell let go of the "ladies man" shirt cursing at him. Dusting off his coat Kinneas handed the combatant a card.

"Here this is yours though I don't know why I'm giving it back to you." Zell stared sheepishly at the card. This is going to be a bad day he thought

Authors Note: O.k maybe Zell and Irvine wouldn't fight, but I needed to for the story. Don't worry Rinoa, Quistis, Seifer, Fujin, Rajin, and the "new student" will be popping up pretty soon