A/N: Thanks a bunch reviewers! I really appreciate it. I didn't realize how short this story was in general, so I'm not going to leave any gaps between the sequels. The next chapter happens to be the last chapter. Yeah I know, that was fast! So instead of waiting for a chapter 8 to come out, you'll just get the first chapter to What A Life 2 as the chapter update. Thanks for sticking around!

Chapter 6 The Competition and The Truth

'Did I hear her right?' She had asked Sora out. I wanted to cry so badly. My breathing became more rapid. Tears started to travel down my cheeks. I didn't want to hear what he was going to say. I ran out the back door. I ran as far as my legs would take me, which happened to be at the beach by my house. I fell onto the sand as tears continued to pour down my face.

"No, no, no. Why is… this… happening?" I managed to say between my sniffling. My world was collapsing in front of me. I sat on the beach for what seemed forever. 'How could my life be so perfect, but then one day just fall to pieces?' I wiped up the rest of my tears and walked home. I did my homework the best I could making sure I didn't let what just happen get to me. Not to long after I fell asleep with my pencil in hand and book out in front of me.

I got up at six the next morning realizing I had fallen asleep doing my homework. I groaned and took my shower. When I was done, I packed my things in my backpack. I decided to let Namine know I was heading to school early, so I called her up to tell her. At about seven is when I arrived. As I walked through the entrance, I saw the drawing Namine, Cloud, Sora and I drew right as you walk in. The words 'Best Drawing' was over the top. I walked up to it and ran my fingers over Sora's name. I could feel tears in my eyes again. I went to the bathroom and looked at my reflection. My green-blue eyes turned really blue, which happens when I cry. I wiped them away. My brown hair was completely straight. My long bangs fell over part of my face. I stared motionlessly at my reflection. Once my eyes went back to a green color, I walked out of the bathroom

The halls were starting to gather students. I sighed shaking my head. 'I need to stop crying. This is getting ridiculous!' I told myself as I walked down the hall. I walked into English and sat down in my seat, knowing school was going to start soon. I heard the door open. I looked up and saw Sora walk in.

"Hey Kairi." He said sitting down. I ignored him. "What's wrong?" I didn't want him to know what was bugging me. Lucky for me, the bell rang.

"Sorry, can't talk. Class is starting." I said as Namine and Cloud walked in.

"Hey Kai." Nam said sitting next to me.

"Hey Nam." I hugged her.

"What's wrong?" She always knew when something was wrong. I looked over to make sure the teacher wasn't looking. Then I looked over at Sora who was still looking at me confused. I quickly looked back at Namine who I saw was looking at Cloud and Sora. I got out paper and wrote her all the details of what's been happening. After she read it, she hugged me. "I'm so sorry!" I just shrugged it off.

School went by slowly, I dreaded every second of it. When I got to choir, my hearts stopped when I noticed the sign on the notice board.

Destiny High Choir and Band competition

This Friday at Coldwin High!

Come watch our students and support your school.

Seven PM in the auditorium!

"It's tomorrow!" I said out loud in shock.

"Wow, it came by fast." Namine said. My first pretty much solo was here already. I sighed turning around to walk into the class. Lori walked by glaring at me. I glared right back. 'I hate you! You stole him!' I walked into class and sat down next to Namine and ignored Lori. When choir was over, Namine and I walked home. I went straight to my room and got online. Someone instant messaged me right away.

PopularityKing89: hi

KairiCat333:…

PouplarityKing89: What's wrong?

KairiCat333: Don't feel like talking about it.

PopularityKing89: Ok, I'm not going to push u if you don't

PopularityKing89: I'm coming to watch you three perform after the band competition.

KairiCat333: y? so you can watch your 'true love?'

PopularityKing89: idk if its true love right now, but ne ways how did u know

KairiCat333: sry, g2g bye

I quickly got off. What a jerk, I can't believe he was telling me about that. I didn't want to talk about him and Lori. I was pretty happy that I would be seeing him though. I went to bed with that thought on my mind.

The concert was here. I had a cute cream corduroy skirt on with a fancy green top on. Selphie and Lori had dark blue jeans on and Selphie had a light yellow top on while Lori had a light blue top on. I went to the stage and peeked behind the curtains to see the audience. There were hundreds of people in there, but I didn't see Sora. Seeing all those people however got me nervous. Namine came running over to me from the backstage entrance.

"You'll do find Kai. You look great by the way. When Sora sees you tonight, he would just want to kick himself for letting a great girl pass him by." I hugged her.

"Thanks Nam." I took a deep breath.

"Ready girls?" Mrs. Stephlin asked. I nodded nervously.

"Bye. Good luck!" Namine whispered as she left. My stomach turned.

Me, Selphie and Lori went to the middle of the stage. I stood in front of the two while they stood behind me. Lori stood on my left and Selphie stood on my right. Lori put her right hand on my shoulder and Selphie put her left hand on my shoulder. I placed my hands in front of me. We all looked down. It was getting quiet outside. I gulped. It was dark.

"Please put your hands together for three lovely young ladies who'll be performing 'I Wont Say I Love You' coming from Destiny High School!" The announcer said over the speakers. There was clapping heard. My heart was pounding against my chest.

The curtains opened slowly. The spotlight hit us; I could feel the warmth from it. I tired to see if I could see Sora, without looking up, or at least making it obvious. I saw Namine and Cloud in the front row with an empty seat next to them. The curtains finally were fully open.

"Ready?" I heard Selphie whisper. That was our cue. We all three looked up.

No Chance, No Way

I wont say it, no no

I walked to the right side of the stage looking at the audience. I saw the door in the back open, shining light from out in the hallway. Sora came running in. A small smile appeared on my face. I started my solo part.

If there's price for rotten judgment

I guess I've already won that

No man is worth the aggravation

That's ancient history

Been there done that.

I crossed my arms in front of me looking back at Selphie and Lori who began their part. They started to walk up to me as they sang.

Who'd' ya think you're kidding?

He's the earth and heaven to ya

Try to keep it hidden

Honey, we can see right through ya

Girl ya cant' conceal it

We know how you're feelin, and who you're thinking of

I smiled and turned to face them. I slightly tilted my head and started to walk to the other side of the stage with a look of mischief.

No Chance, No way. I wont say it. no no

I turned around to face them.

You swoon, you sigh

Why deny it, uh oh

It's too cliché, I wont say I'm in love (shoo doop, shoo doop, ooooh)

I thought my heart had learned its lesson

It feels so good when ya start out (when you start out)

My head is screaming, "Get a grip girl!"

"Unless you're dying to cry your heart out!" (oh, oh!)

I looked at Sora who was now sitting with Cloud and Namine. I quickly looked at Selphie and Lori as they sang.

You keep on denying

Who you are and you're feelin'

Baby, we're not buying, hon, we saw you hit the ceilin'

Face it like a grown up

When ya gonna own up that ya got, got, got it bad

Woah!

No chance, No way, I wont say it, no, no

Now Selphie and Lori put their hands on their hips and so did I as we all faced each other.

Give up, give in

Check the grin, you're in love!

You're in love

You're in love

You're doing flips, read our lips, you're in love

You're way off base, I wont say it.

(You're in love,

you're in love,

you're in love)

Get off my case

I wont say I'm in love (no, no, no, no)

I wont say it (no, no)

I wont say it (nooooo)

No chance, no way, I wont say it, no, no

Give up, give in

Check the grin, you're in love! (Lori: you're in love)

The scene wont play (Selphie: You're in love, oh you're in love)

I crossed my arms and walked to my right and then faced them.

I wont say I'm in love

They ran towards me holding my shoulders

You're doing flips, read our lips you're in love

You're way off base

I wont say it

Girl don't be proud, it's ok, you're in love

No chance, no way, I wont say it, no, no

Give up, give in

Check the grin, You're in love!

The scene wont play

I wont say I'm in love (you're in love)

Ohhhhh

I walked to the edge of the stage taking in a deep breath as I looked at Sora.

At least out loud

I wont say I'm in (sha la la la la la 3x) Love

The audience stood up clapping and whistling out loud. We all gave our bows. I was so happy that it was over with. We ran back stage.

"Good job girls!" Mrs. Stephlin said.

"Kairi! You were wonderful!" Namine said running over to me. Cloud and Sora walked in. Lori walked right passed us. She looked back, glaring before she went out into the hall.

"Shouldn't you go talk to her?" I asked Sora.

"Why?" He looked confused.

"Aren't you going out with her?" I saw Namine whispers something to Cloud. He nodded and the two of them walked out.

"Oh! That's why you've been acting weird huh?" I just looked at him, completely confused on what was going on. "No, Kairi."

"I heard her ask you out, and you said you liked her too."

"You didn't stay to hear what I said huh?" I shook my head. "I said I liked her, but not in that way. I like you. I thought you knew that." My heart skipped a beat when he handed me a beautiful read rose.

"I like you too." I hugged him. 'Talk about a perfect night!'

"Come on I'll walk you home." He took my hand and we walked to my house. I was so happy. "You looked great today, by the way."

"Thank you. I'm really glad you came."

"Me too." We arrived at my house. "Night."

"Good night." He leaned in. I closed my eyes and got ready to kiss him. I felt him get closer. Then I felt his warms lips against my cheek. I opened my eyes and gave small laugh. 'Not what I expected, but still good.'

"Bye." He walked away. I gave him a small wave as I walked into my house. My parents arrived a little before me.

"You sounded wonderful!" My mom said hugging me.

"Good job." Said my dad.

"Thank you." I giggled. "Well I better get to bed, I'm tired." I said walking to my room. Once I did, I quickly got online.

KairiCat333: Namine, he kissed he cheek!

HeadInTheClouds13: Really?

HeadInTheClouds13: I thought he was going out with Lori?

KairiCat333: He told her he liked me.

HeadInTheClouds13: I'm so happy for u!

My phone rang

KairiCat333: hold on someone's calling me.

HeadInTheClouds13: mk

"Hello?"

"Kairi?"

"Yeah…"

"Hey, it's Sora." A smile grew on my face.

"Hold on real fast."

"Okay."

KairiCat333: I g2g, it's Sora.

HeadInTheClouds13: lol, ok, bye

KairiCat333: bye bye

"Okay, sorry."

"It's ok."

"Um, just wondering. How did you get my number?" I didn't mind, but I was just curious.

"Namine." I smiled. 'Thanks Nam!' I laughed.

"Oh."

"I was wondering if you wanted to hang out tomorrow. Me and Cloud were going to go to the beach, but he doesn't want to go without Namine and I want you to go." Sora said.

"I would love to!" He laughed.

"Okay, I'll be at your house around eleven. Is that ok?"

"Perfect."

"See you, Kai."

"Bye." We hung up the phone. 'Okay maybe my life doesn't suck.' I shook my head with a smile and crawled into bed.