Fan-Fiction – Together Again
Chapter 2 – Really?
Waking up in morning sun of Besaid, Yuna rubbed her eyes, walked over to a snoring Tidus, touched him on the cheek and said sleepily "Tidus … wake up, please"
Startled, he woke up and replied "Good morning, Yuna, thanks for waking me up."
"No problem, c'mon, I'll get dressed and we can go grab some breakfast at Lulu's"
"Lulu cooks now?" asked Tidus.
"No, actually it's Wakka who'll be cooking"
Tidus laughed and said "Well, I'd better leave you to it". Tidus walked outside and admired the views from Besaid; the bay, the hills, the islands – everything was beautiful. Enjoying the moment, Tidus gazed upwards and heard a deafening noise. He'd heard it before!
Blinking twice, Tidus suddenly realized that Cid's airship was hovering above Besaid, almost covering it. Out of it jumped a skinny, blonde-haired Al Bhed girl who Tidus and Yuna knew all too well – Rikku.
Her long braids swayed in the air as she glided down to Yuna's hut. She had almost landed when she hit the ground and fell over. Tidus rushed over and asked "Are you okay?"
Struggling to her feet, Rikku replied "Just fine". Once she stood up completely, she said "I've got some bad news". Yuna then walked out of the hut in her gunner dresssphere and almost fainted in surprise.
"So, what's happening?" asked Tidus.
Rikku began to tell them of what had happened on Bikanel Island. Apparently the Guado rebels had began attacking Home and the Al Bhed were having problems defending it.
"… and that's why we need your help" finished Rikku.
"Okay, so just us two or the rest of the gang too?" asked Tidus.
"The more the merrier," replied Rikku cheerfully, "I was actually gonna go ask Wakka and Lu later."
"I'm not sure they'll be able to – after all, they've got Vidinia to worry about now" said Yuna glumly.
With a slight frown on her face, Rikku started towards Wakka's house. Feeling unsure, Tidus and Yuna, followed her, wondering what bright idea she must've had.
Waiting outside while Rikku negotiated, Yuna began to walk Tidus down to the beach. She held her arm around his back and brought him to a stop.
"Tidus" she said.
"Yes?" he replied.
"Do you want to get married?" she asked.
Rather taken aback, Tidus asked "Seriously?"
He had previously thought it over, and wasn't opposed, but just surprised that she would ask.
"Yes," she replied, "I felt so empty when you were gone. Now that you're back, I want to spend all my time with you".
Calmly, he replied "Okay."
"Really?"
"Yeah. I really do want to be with you."
"Oh, Tidus, this is wonderful. Thank you so much". She wrapped her arms around him and kissed him passionately. As the moment ended, Tidus said "Come on, let's go up and hear the verdict."
As Tidus and Yuna reached Wakka's house, they saw Rikku walking out, nodding. Inquisitively Tidus asked "So, Rikku, what's the deal?".
"Well, they were worried about Vidinia at first, but they decided that they could leave him with Kimahri. He's a trusted friend, so baby V will be safe".
Relieved, Tidus nodded and said "Good. Just like old times, eh?" Reminiscing about Yuna's pilgrimage brought Auron to mind. This was followed by a brief silence.
"Well, come on, let's prepare. It's best if we leave as soon as possible," said Yuna, "It's just the five of going then, Rikku?"
"Actually, there's a sixth". Tidus lifted his head in surprise.
"Paine's coming along".
Tidus nodded slowly. After hearing Yuna's tales of adventure, he wanted to meet this new girl. Sure, Yuna described well, but with description one could only go so far. Tidus and Yuna went to pack and Rikku followed.
"The airship will pick us up on the beach at 9 p.m. Don't be late," said Rikku, "Oh, by the way, can I stay with you two for now. I can't go anywhere else."
Yuna nodded happily. She, like Tidus, happily welcomed the idea of staying and talking with old friends. She also wondered if Rikku would find out about her engagement plans.