Declaimer: Ahhh, how many times have I said this already? I DO NOT OWN IT!

A/N: And just so you people know, I've played final fantasy 8 like a million times. I know the story. I know squall doesn't get adopted. I know Raine gave him his last name. Then again, where in the game have they said that? But this is my story. A lot of people write their own stories that never happened in the game. Squall is going to be adopted in it. And he is going to go to Balamb Garden from there. And Laguna is not going to be his father in here. And some eight year olds are very educated in speech. In this chapter, you'll find out how they are so educated. Sorry if I sound rude, but like I said, this is my story and I can do whatever I want with it. Or write however I want.

2Gether 4Ever

Chapter 2: Missing you

Selphie sat at the end of her bed of her new bed, in her new room, in her new house. She has been there for a week already. She sat staring blankly. Her good bye to Squall was painful and hard. She had never cried so much in her life. Never. When she hugged Squall, she didn't let him go. She wouldn't let him go. Neither would he. Selphie's new dad had to pull her away from him and carry her to the car. Squall's new dad had to hold him back to keep him from running after Selphie. Yes, it was a very painful good bye. Mrs. Tilmitt and Mrs. Leonhart broke down in tears as well. Mrs. Tilmitt got in the car, followed by Mr. Tilmitt.

As Selphie's dad drove away, Squall shouted, "I LOVE YOU, SELPHIE!"

That's what made it hurt more. Selphie knows that Squall loves her. She understands the feelings of love and how it feels to be loved. But it hurt so much to be so far away from the one you love. She couldn't stand it. She wanted so much to be with her best friend again. She wanted to play the cloud game with him. She didn't care about having a family. That was something she wanted for a long time. Now that she got it, she realized it was worth nothing. The kids and Matron back at the orphanage were her real family.

Selphie's new mom, Kira, came to check on her every half hour. She couldn't stand the look on her new daughter's face. She wanted so bad to get the Leonhart's number so Selphie could call Squall. However, she knew that she wouldn't get it. That kind of information is confidential. Matron wouldn't give it to her unless the Leonhart's say it was ok. But if it were, they would have given it to them before they left. The best thing she could do is just comfort Selphie.

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Squall sat in his desk chair. He heard all the other children playing outside. Yes, dozens of children were outside playing. His mom, Chihiro, came in a couple of times saying that he should go out and play as well, but he refused to. He didn't want to play games with other children. He's played with Selphie his whole life. She would make games like Hide and Seek interesting. If the other kids played with them, Selphie would be sure to make it interesting and challenging. That's what he liked about her. She was always fun to be around. No matter what the situation is.

Squall looked at the magazine he was holding. He didn't really think he would go to a military school. But like Selphie said, if it was the only way for them to be together, then he would do it. He got off his chair and wondered down the stairs to the kitchen where his mother was making lunch. He sat down at the table.

"I have something to ask you," He said to her.

"Oh?" his mother said turning to face him. "What is it?"

"I want to go to Balamb Garden."

"Balamb Garden? Welllll, I guess it would be ok. You have to come home everyday though. You know, since we live in Balamb."

"Yah, I figured that. So I can go?"

"Yes, you can."

"Thank you!"

She just smiled at him. This was something she could do to make him happy. She wanted her boy to be happy, didn't she? Of course she did. And it wasn't like he couldn't come home. He could come home whenever he wants. Unless of course class was in session. Though gong to a military school scared her. She knew they used weapons and trained with them. She didn't want him to get hurt. Or worst. She did know the headmaster there and was friends with him. So maybe she would ask him to keep a close watch on her little boy.

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"I have a question," Selphie said at the dinner table.

"Yes, what is it?" her Kira asked.

"Can I go to a military school?"

"A military school?" her father, Jin, said in surprise. "Why would you want to go to a military school?"

"Well, because Squall is going to be there," Selphie answered him.

"And which one are you talking about?"

"Balamb Garden."

"BALAMB!" her Kira asked.

"Well, sweetie, Balamb is too far away. Why not Trabia?" her Jin asked.

"But Squall said Balamb!"

"I'm sure you'll get to see him soon. They have sports teams. You know, like basketball, football, baseball. When they have games, you can go. You can go see him," Selphie's mom said comforting her.

"………….Ok. I guess that will be fine."

"Good."

Selphie finished her dinner. She went to her room and stared at the picture of her and Squall. She couldn't wait to go to Balamb for a game. She decided that she would play basketball or softball just to go to Balamb Garden. She got out a basketball that her father bought for her and went outside to practice. Her father later came out to help her. He was surprised on how good she was. She could shoot baskets really well. Of course, she couldn't shoot very high baskets yet, but with enough practice, she'll get there. Later, they went to softball. Again, she was good at this too.

"Why are you so good at sports already?" He asked her.

"Well, Squall and I used to play. Just the two of us. Sometimes we would let the others play with us," Selphie answered with a smile.

"And your speech. Its very good."

"Matron sat us down every day for an hour and help us. She taught us how to do a lot of things. Like math and English. She spent a lot of time on our speech thought."

" I see. She wanted you to have a good education for school. She knew you guys would be going to school right after you left the orphanage."

"I guess."

"Selphie, I'm sorry for taking you away from him," Her father said apologetically.

"Its ok, I guess. I mean, I should be thankful. You took me in."

"Well, Kira and I always wanted a daughter just like you."

Selphie smiled. She really was thankful. She just wished that Squall lived near by. After a few seconds, they went back to softball. Her father smiled as Selphie laughed. Today was they first time he has seen her smile. Her smile was so sweet and pretty. He was glad she was finally smiling. He didn't want to send her to a military school at a young age, but she wanted to see her friend. That would make her happy. And he wanted his little girl to be happy.

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Squall was packed. He was ready. Today was the day he would be going to Balamb Garden. His mother received the letter saying that he was accepted. He didn't have much to pack. He packed a few outfits, his favorite pair of shoes. And of course, he had all his new school supplies.

His mother came in. She smiled at him as he put his shoes on.

"Ready?" She asked.

"Yeah. I'm ready," He said with a small smile.

"Then lets go!"

Squall picked his bag up and left the room. He went to the car where his father, Hatsuharu (Haru), was waiting. He waited until Squall and Chihiro were both in the car and took off. The drive there only took about five minutes. Once they got there, Haru parked in the parking lot. He took Squall's bags from the back. He waited until the rest of his family was out of the car before making his way to the office.

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Selphie was in her new dorm. She put her stuff away and was now lying back on her bed. Of course, she had to share a room with someone, but they were out at the moment. Selphie figured they were in class. Her mother and father left a while ago. Jin had to go to work and Kira had to do some errands.

Selphie's room was nice. It was big enough for her. She spent most of her time hanging up pictures that Squall drew for her. She put the framed picture of her and Squall on the bedside table. Her desk was filled with paper, pens, pencils, and even a computer. Selphie never used a computer before. She didn't think that she would get one. But her dad went out and got her one. Selphie won't use it for a while now, but Jin said the she might as well get it now. He hooked it up and everything.

Selphie let her mind drift out to the thoughts of Squall. She laid there a good 10 minutes thinking about him. But the sound of someone opening the door brought her back to reality. She saw the girl go in to her room, then came back and looked in on Selphie. She was wearing her uniform. Her hair was long, about down to her mid back. She studied Selphie, and then smiled.

"They told me I was getting a room mate today. My name is Michaela Saunders," the girls said, introducing her self.

"Ah! My name is Selphie Tilmitt!" Selphie said bowing to her.

"I hope we can be great friends!"

"Yes! That would be great. Now, um, I have a question…."

"Hmmmm?"

"Do you mind eating with me? I hungry."

"Of course! I'm hungry too! Lets go get some lunch!"

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Squall, now in his new dorm, was sleeping. He was tired. He got up early excited about coming here today. He already met his roommate. Hiro Uotani. From what Squall could tell, Hiro was a quiet person as well. He was kind of like Squall. He keeps to him self, doesn't really talk unless spoken too. But Squall didn't care. He probably wasn't going to talk to Hiro anyway.

Squall's dorm was nice and big. He had hung up all the pictures he had of Selphie. The framed picture of him and Selphie was placed on the bedside table. Now that he was finally at Balamb, all he had to do was wait for Selphie. He wondered if her parents were even going to let her come to Balamb. He doubted it, but she could go to the closes Garden, and then transfer when she gets older. That's what Squall hoped. He hoped that he would be able to see her again.

Hiro came into the room. He peeked in on Squall. Then went to his own room. Hiro thought that Squall was a pretty cool kid. He was quiet. Hiro like quiet people. Though, he didn't know if he was just being quiet now because he didn't know anyone. He would have to find out. He sat on his bed and began to do his homework.

A/N: ok, short chapter. But I got writer's block! I'm sorry! I'll try to make the next one longer. Anyway, R&R!