The Fields Of Flowers And Love


Rinoa!! Rinnnnn!! Selphie pounded on her friend's door.

Selphie!! Hi, what's up? Rinoa asked as she welcome the girl in.

I got a message for you. It's from Squall!



Yeah, he said he's gonna take you somewhere special tonight and he wants you to meet him at the bridge around eight tonight.

Aww!! That's so sweet of him!! Thanks Selphie!!

No problem! She giggled and left the dormitory.

Rinoa searched her closet for something fancy to wear. It has to be perfect. Her eyes landed upon a light blue gown. It was plain but also very stunning. Perfect she thought. Next she sorted for the shoes. After going through all of them, she decided to chose the white pair with the one inch heel. Rinoa decided a blue shawl would be a nice finishing touch to the outfit. Smiling, she changed and wonder where Squall was going to take her.

Well...I guess I'll find out in two hours...

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Zell are you sure about this?

Of course I'm sure! I'm telling ya, you look the best in your SeeD uniform.

You're positive right?



Squall glanced at himself in the mirror. He had no idea what to wear and was so desperate that he had to go to Zell for help. Pretty pleased and satisfied with his reflection, he quickly thanked Zell for the fast suggestion.

So did you get everything set up?

Yeah...I hope everything goes well tonight...

Yo, don't look so nervous. Loosen up a little. You'll be fine. By the way, here's the ring. Zell dug into his pockets and pulled out a black velvet box. He opened the mini case and showed it to Squall. The band looked exactly how he requested it, maybe even better.

Wow......this is so beautiful. Thanks Zell.

Hey, no problem. Have fun tonight ok?

He closed the small box and stuffed it into his pockets. Well...I'll see you later. I better head out on the bridge now.

Good luck man!!

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Just another five minutes and she'll be here, mumbled Squall.

Can you stop worrying? Everything will turn out fine, Nida reassured while piloting the Garden, ready to land it as soon as Rinoa arrives.

You're right......

Oh and don't forget the basket, Nida pointed to the corner.

Of course not. Squall hastily picked it up and held it tightly.

What do you have in there?

Wine, salad and a few deserts. I have to owe it to the cafeteria ladies for working hard on it.

Nida chuckled lightly. A picnic huh? Very romantic!

a feminine voice exclaimed. Rinoa stepped into the bridge. Her dress and hair flowed lightly with the breezy wind.

Rin-Rin-Rinoa...you look stunning! Squall stuttered.

And you look VERY handsome! She walked up to him and gave him a peck on the cheek. He instantly flushed and cocked his head side ways in embarrassment. Rinoa just simply giggled. Awww!! Are we going on a picnic?

Umm...something like that.

Thats so sweet of you!!

Alright...go on now and have fun! Nida let down a small stairway from the bridge so they wouldn't have to run down to the second floor exit.

Thanks Nida, Squall waved as Balamb Garden drifted to a nearby forest on the Centra grounds.

Squall took hold of Rinoa's hands and guided her inside the wrecked orphanage. He kicked a few debris and rubble out of the way and continued to the left side of the old building. In, they walked into another world. Another world filled with the most glorious essence of nature. A wave of wind caused petals to fly freely around the green fields.

Oh my god!! The flowerfields!! Squall!! Rinoa instantly gave him another kiss. She happily took a seat at the center of the grassland and patted a seat next to her. Squall nodded and positioned himself next to Rinoa.

You like it? he asked shyly.

Like it? I love it!!! It's so beautiful!!! You're soooo romantic!!

Squall gave a slight grin and opened the basket. He pulled out two crystal candles and lit them with his matches. Next he pulled out two champagne glass and a bottle of tasty wine. He poured the liquid into both cups and handed her a plate of salad and took one out for himself.

Squall...you didn't have to do this, Rinoa sighed deeply. She beamed and ate her meal quietly while throwing charming her most charming smiles.

But I wanted to, he said simply. You really deserve it.

Thank you Squall......

She sat down her plate and laid on the soft grass to look at the heavens after she was stuffed. Squall also rested his body next to hers and waited for the perfect moment to propose to her. She marveled at the twinkling stars scattered across the azure sky and moved closer to the man, leaning her head on his strong shoulders.
You know...you were so different back then. I remembered you never liked socializing with others and kept everything to yourself. It's like you lived in your own dark world but now...you changed so much, Rinoa suddenly said.

Well...thats because I found an angel to guide me into the light... Now's the time...do it now!! his mind urged.

Rinoa's face immediately turned into a light shade of red.

Rinoa...you helped me so much along the way and saved me from myself. If it weren't for you...I don't know where I would be right now. Still trapped in my ominous world? Still being cold as ever? I've always felt so alone until you stepped into my life. You mean so much to me...and I want to be with you forever... Squall sat up and squatted down on his right knee.

Rinoa questioned as she sat up too.

This is it......don't hold back now...

He held her left hand and pulled out the black box. You've always been there whenever I needed someone the most and throughout this long and hard journey......I have grown to love you. I will be honored if you would be my wife Rinoa Heartilly...... love you. Will you marry me?

Rinoa tried to restrain her cries from flowing but failed miserably. Her eyes let out two sparkling drops. she whispered. She flung her arms around his neck and cried happily on his uniform.

Squall reluctantly released her and pulled out the silver ring from the it's holder. He slipped the band into her ring finger delicately. Rinoa looked at it with her teary eyes. The jewels reflected small auras everytime her hands moved and the details were beyond perfection.

Zell made it but I told him what to add and stuff, he said, not wanting Zell to take all the credit.

As if reading each other's minds, the couple locked themselves in a passionate and lustful kiss. The flower petals danced happily around them and a gentle breath from the earth relinquished the lit from the candle.

So......when do you think we should hold our wedding? Rinoa asked when they broke free.

Well I have to fly over to Esthar next month to see Laguna so I was hoping we can hold it the night before I leave...so that leaves us around three and a half weeks to plan everything. Is that ok with you?

That's fine with me......I can't believe this. We're getting married. We're actually getting married! Rinoa cried excitedly and shook Squall's hands to share her joy with him.

I feel the same way you do.

All of a sudden, a gust of wind surrounded the plains. Balamb Garden drifted somewhere near the outskirts of the orphanage.

It's time already? I scheduled it to come pick us up at ten.

Squall, it's pass ten already. Wow...the time went by so fast...

So...umm....we should be heading back now I guess.

Wait, before we leave.........

Rinoa smiled innocently and tugged on Squall's arms, pulling him into another loving kiss just as a shooting star soared across the sky......