Just Three More Days


Selphie! Quistis!

Hey Rinoa, what's up? asked Selphie.

Umm...do you guys mind picking this dress up for me at that Bridal Shop in Balamb? I'm really busy with stuff and I can't seem to find time.

said Quistis.

Great! Thank you so much. Rinoa handed them the magazine with the details and information. Immediately, the other two girl's eyes sparkled with marvel.

Wow...it's so beautiful...... sighed Selphie. Rinoa, I just want you to know that I am so happy for you. I mean...you deserve all this.

I just hope one day I'll be as lucky as you, added Quistis.

Of course you will! Thank you two so much!! You've done so much for me! Rinoa could feel tears burning against her eyes. She was so grateful to have such faithful and loyal friends. They'll do anything for her and she'll easily return the favor. With a small smile, she pulled the two into a tight embrace.

Thank you again! I'll see you guys around later ok?



And with that, the girls separated and headed in their own direction.

~*~*~*~*~*~

The Garden looked nothing like it used to be. It looked so much more enhanced. Strings of flowers were sprawled all over the circumference of the giant fountain. Various shades of pink and red ribbons were tied to almost anything that was available. She made her way down the grand hallway and walked into the Quad . In the distance ahead, a small ivory stairway led up to the magnificent altar. A pair of beautiful angel wings hanged above it, ready to bless the heavenly couple.

Three golden poles with were set up in the back on each side. In front of them were rows after rows of white chairs. Rinoa made her way down the aisle and examined the lighting. It too was perfect. It was not too bright and not to dull, more like an aura or a light radiance.

Hmm...looks like all of our hard work paid off, Rinoa sighed happily.

There was still a little more to be done. Workers were still fixing the ceiling while others were checking the last minute preparations. Rinoa decided to finish hanging up the decorations on the left side of the Quad that she had been working on for almost three days. She grabbed a few crystal stars and climbed up the ladder.

Wow, everything looks amazing from up here, she viewed the scene from above.

After she placed the ornaments in its proper place, she slowly made her way down the high ladder to retrieve the rest. Just as she was descending, her left leg slipped on the metal texture and lost her grip on the sides of the ladder.

She led out a scream as she fell from her support. The other workers looked up and gasped in shock. A man clad in black quickly rushed forward. A strong pair of arms underneath her knes and neck met Rinoa. Everyone around sighed with extreme relief.

She threw her arms around his neck and rested her head against his shoulder. She felt so secure in his arms.

Luckily I got here in time. We wouldn't want you breaking some bones when you're getting married in just three more days, Squall teased as he slowly let her down and settle back on her feet.

Rinoa smiled sheepishly and blushed in embarrassment. Yeah...you're right. I just slipped before.

Squall nodded and began ascending on the steps. Here, I'll take care of this then. Oh yeah, the guys just finished all the lightings of the left side.

Really? I can't wait to see how it looks!

Just go pull that switch over there.



She walked over to the switch but there was only one problem. She was too short and it was out of her reach. Rinoa tried jumping and swaying her arms in the air, hoping to pull it but it was too high up.

"Ummm...Squall? I need help here!!

Whats the problem?

I can't reach!!

Squall climbed down and walked besides Rinoa. He pulled the switch at ease. There you go, he said as a spark of light flickered on above them.

Thanks! You know I could've done that if I was a bit taller.

Well I think you're perfect...

Rinoa blushed again at his sweet comment. She grinned and stared deep into his warm azure eyes. Soon their lips fell into a passionate kiss.



Squall and Rinoa broke away at the same time.

Sorry, did I interrupt anything here? Seifer asked sarcastically.

A pang of guilt rushed through Rinoa at the sight of the tall man in the white trenchoat although he didn't seem to realize.

Those warm azure eyes instantly vanished to cold orbs. What do you want?

The cafeteria ladies wanted me to tell you that they're done with the cake and wanted you to pick it up as soon as possible so they can get on with other things.

Tell them I said fine.

Seifer waved his hands in front of him and shook his head. Hey hey! I'm no messenger here!!

Squall rolled his eyes. Fine then, I'll go now. Come on Rinoa. He didn't like the idea of leaving Rinoa with Seifer. Something was just pricking him, telling him that wasn't the best idea.

She slipped her small hand into his gloved ones and the two walked out of the Quad.

~*~*~*~*~*~

Rinoa cried at the sight of the fifteen-layered cake that was covered in pink frosting and decorated in white icings. Mmm...it looks so delicious!

Well...I'm glad you darned kids like it! one of the old and grouchy cafeteria ladies said.

The cake is almost as tall as me!! Rinoa cried again.

Squall chuckled lightly. Sure is...but remember...we do have the whole Garden to feed you know.

Hmmm...but how are we suppose to get it to the Quad?

We'll handle it, said Zell. Irvine appeared behind him with a huge metal cart. Yeah, just give us a hand and help us lift that thing up here.

The four of them positioned themselves at each side of the base and gently lifted it with both hands.

Careful...we're almost there, said Irvine. Just move it over a little more.

Whew! Sure is heavy even with the four of us carrying it, commented Zell.

The four set the gigantic cake onto the smooth platform.

Squall turned back to the cafeteria staffs. Thank you. I'll give you a raise in your next pay check.

Well then...shall we get going? asked Rinoa.

Zell and I can handle it. Why don't you two take a break? I mean, you've been working non stop for the past week!

Are you sure?

Yeah go on Rin. You two go have some fun. See you in a bit!

Before the two got a chance to object, Zell and Irvine already wheeled the cart out of the cafeteria.

~*~*~*~*~*~

Seifer sighed and shook his head. He strolled around for a few minutes, admiring all the hard work and effort everyone, especially Squall and Rinoa had put into making this fairy tale like area. Taking a seat on the step near the entrance, Seifer closed his eyes, almost in meditation stance.

What am I suppose to do?

He recalled his unusual dream last night. The dream that had been bothering him ever since he had it but there was more to it. It was so eccentric and felt so real, almost urging him to apologize to Rinoa. Had fate plotted this?

Suddenly behind him was a crescendo of rumbling.

Out of the way! Out of the way! Cake coming through!! Irvine shouted.

Irvine!! Look out!! The steps!! Zell yelled.

Irvine was pushing the cart too fast to stop its pace now. It zoomed right down the steps. Seifer jumped out of the way just in time before it hit him.

What the hell!? That sure was fast

The top layers of the cake wobbled each time the cart bounced on the steps. Then, it came crashing on the smooth marble ground again.

Irvine rested a moment and fixed his leather hat. Whew! It survived!!

Good thing it did!! That was crazy man!! What would Squall say if you have destroyed it!?

Ah but it didn't!! The worst is over now! Come on, lets get this thing into the Quad.

Seifer watched as the two went out of sight. Seeing the wedding cake sent a wave of enigmatic feelings through his heart. He still couldn't comprehend what was going on.

What am I going to do?