It has been a week since my un-heard confession. And I've been keeping quiet about my secret. Tidus didn't even question the time I ran out on him. I don't even think he remembers. I'm starting to have second thoughts about him. No, no don't think that. Of course I want him. I've always had. And always will. There's something about him that makes my heart stop, my face red, sweat drop, and my tongue-tied. Every time I see him I think of living a happy life with him, strolling down the park on a sunny, breezy June afternoon. But he belongs to Yuna. And I can't take him away from her, can I-
Knock, knock
Oh this is getting crazy! Can't I confide in my own room without getting disturbed!!
"Hello, what is it?" I said in a sweet yet annoyed voice.
"We landed in Kilika already. So come out."
I didn't know we were going to Kilika, "Why are we here, Tidus?"
"Well, just to get you three girls on a break. You've all been busy sphere hunting all week, non-stop. So come on!"
What?! We've never gone on a break before! This doesn't make any sense, and why Kilika? Something's up, but what? Oh well, I guess I can take a break. It's just that ever since Tidus returned, we've been taking a lot of 'breaks' and 'side trips' and what not.
We got down from the airship as Tidus started to stretch. The minute Buddy got out of the ship he went to the nearest inn, which was the Seashore Shell, and reserved a few rooms. I had no idea what to do and what we were doing. This trip was meaningless. Everyone had separated; of course Tidus went with Yuna to buy her a few things. I sighed and went back on the ship when I realized that Shinra and Brother were still there.
"Rikku, why aren't you with the others?" Shinra asked as I passed him by.
"Huh, oh uh, nothing. Just bored...Shinra, how come you and Brother are still here?"
He shrugged and faced his computer. I didn't feel like bothering Brother so I left. Outside I saw Yuna walk out of a store with Tidus carrying a bunch of shopping bags. I was going to go over there when he tripped on his shoe and everything fell to the ground. I was going to rush over there and help him till I saw Yuna rush over to his side. They both started to laugh and hug and...make me sick. Ugh! It's like watching a horror flick. I saw them there. Hugging and kissing and, oh I can't go on. I felt my eyes starting to water and sting. Soon, my sight was all blurred. I decided I'd leave them alone.
I started to walk away trying to escape my fear. But I still heard them laughing. So I began to run. I didn't care where I was running. I just wanted to block them all out. I was now pouring of tears. Everyone looked at me but just ignored me. All I could think about was 'Tidus and Yuna, Tidus and Yuna'. I can't take it anymore. I feel as though my 'Prince Charming' had ripped my heart out and fell in love with my twin sister. I had to get away. Anywhere but here will be fine. I know this feels a bit extreme but...I have to do what my heart tells me to do.
I ran as fast as I could, when suddenly I crashed into somebody, "I-I'm sorry..." I said getting up, without looking at the person. I didn't want him or her to see my tear-stained face. I bet I look horrible.
"Hey you should watch where you're going," His voice was deep and husky. It had to be a man, "are you okay?" I wouldn't dare look at him. He then put his gloved finger under my chin and lifted my head.
His eyes were blue, and he had blond spiky hair. He reminded me of someone. But I was too distracted of how he looked to think. He seemed to be just a bit older than twenty. Our faces were inches away. By now, my tears had dried up, leaving a streak of red on my face. He looked at me strangely.
"Hey, what happened to you?" he asked sweetly.
I was at a loss of words. I didn't know what to say. I couldn't even think straight. Questions soon cluttered in my mind; who was he? Why does he remind me of someone? Why can't I speak? Why do I feel so strange? Why all these questions?
"Hello---! Anybody in there?"
I soon snapped out of my thoughts. He bent down his head to me. Staring straight into my eyes. I felt strange. His finger on my chin made me feel tingly inside. I didn't even know who he was.
"Hey, kid! Are you listening? Can you hear me?"
"What? Oh yeah, sorry, for (sniffs) running into you." I averted my gaze, his finger still on my chin.
"Well, okay." Was all he said, he started to walk away.
"Wait!! Don't go yet. I don't even know your name!" I shouted after him.
He stopped and turned to face me, "Why do you want to know my name?"
"Well, uh- I was wondering, if you would, want to go out sometime." O—kay, I, hmm, I just asked a complete stranger out. I don't know if I did this to get my mind off of Tidus, or because this new guy seemed attractive. Well, maybe both. And I couldn't take it back now. The words already slipped through my lips.
"Look, I know it seems sudden, but, I feel we should really, get to know each other."
He stared at me blankly as if I was a crazy. And he had every right to. We were complete strangers who bumped into each other. I waited for him to just turn back and walk away. But instead, he smiled.
"Uh, okay, how 'bout we meet at-" he broke off.
"Rikku! Come on hurry!" the sound of Yuna's voice just ruined the moment.
I obliged and ran off to see her I was really disappointed in her too, "Oh! And I'm staying at the Seashore Shell!" I turned to see him before I left, "Meet me there at eight fifteen, 'kay!"
"What is it Yunie?" I asked panting.
"Rikku we...Rikku were you crying? Does it have anything to do with that man you were talking to? What did he do?"
"What? Oh no. I just fell down and bumped my knee. So he helped me." I fibbed. I couldn't tell her I was crying because of her and Tidus.
"Oh, okay. Well, anyway, there's going to be a festival tonight. We're all going, even Paine, so I wanted to ask you if you wanted to come along."
"Really, there is! Of course I would want to go...wait, did you say Paine is going?"
"Hehehe, yes I did. We all will be leaving at eight o'clock sharp, okay!"
"Okay-oh no wait! I have to meet someone at eight fifteen. We're sort of-"
"Dating!?"
"What? How did you know?"
Yuna was utterly shocked. She was actually guessing. It never occurred to her that I was interested in dating. She'd always thought of me as irresponsible and insecure, and of course too young! Well I'm seventeen already. A girl my age should be dating.
"Rikku, who are you dating? Do I know him? Should I know him?" It's always her duty to take care of me. Geez! She can be really frustrating.
"Yunie, why are you so stiff? What if I wanted to date? And do you have to know everything I do?" I was really irritated. It's like she doesn't trust me. Well, actually, I think she doesn't.
"I'm sorry Rikku, it's just, I still think of you as my twelve year old sister."
Okay, I don't know if I'm to take that as a compliment or an insult.
"Yunie, I'm already-" I trailed off.
"Rikku, I know. You're already seventeen, but-well okay. You and whoever it is have fun. I'll just tell the others you'll meet us there okay. I mean, you are coming, right?"
She smiled sweetly at me, "Of course Yunie! I'll introduce you to him." That is, after I get acquainted myself. Hehehe!
To be continued...
A/N Sorry for the lame and late update! I hope to update soon! School's been getting in the way!
So please don't think bad of me. OH YEAH!!! THANKS FOR THE REVIEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!