Oh…dear! I'm so sorry for the long wait! But I am not dead! Think of this chapter as…filler… Yes, I have chapter four already done, as well as the beginning of chapter five, but, hey, I want reviews. Also, forgive me if Sora's POV is a little choppy. I've really been struggling with writing this chapter. Enjoy!

Another warning: Implied Sora x Leon x Cloud. But it is more fatherly than anything. I received a review saying this story was 'crap' and I should put better 'warnings up for all the Riku x Sora fans' So here's the warning that nothing happened, no one had sex, and Cloud and Leon were only trying to make Sora feel better.

Oh noes! Cloud held Sora's hand and Leon kissed his forehead. Big deal…Anyway, I hope you enjoy my warning.

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'Wishes'

'I Miss You'

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It was early morning when Cloud awoke… So early that a fine mist had settled over the sleepy city, soon to be chased away by the sun's rays as the sun rose higher on the horizon. Leon would be up soon, Cloud knew this. Both he, and his lover, seemed to rise with the sun every morning. That could have been because they were both mercenaries, and it was difficult to break the habit of waking up early.

As the sun rose over the horizon line, the coming dawn painting the two sleeping figures in hues of gold and red. Cloud gave a small, rare smile as he reached a hand out to brush through the sleeping Sora's hair. He wondered how the boy had gotten here… He was surprised he wasn't sick and coughing. The young boy slept soundly through the night, unconsciously curling further into the cocoon of warmth he and Leon provided.

The blond warrior lifted himself from the sheets, trying not to disturb Sora. He knew that the first tinniest movement, the first smallest sound would wake Leon, so he didn't bother to be too quiet. He moved slowly to the window, gazing out over Radiant Gardens, his arms crossed over his bare chest. Moments passed before he heard the gentle creaking of springs behind him. He hid his smile as warm arms slid around his middle, pulling him back into a strong and very warm chest.

"Good morning, lover." Rumbled Leon, his voice still thick with sleep. Cloud chuckled softly as he lifted a hand to curl through his lover's wild, sleep tousled locks, giving them a soft tug. He was rewarded with a small sound of encouragement from Leon.

"Good morning yourself, Leon. Did you sleep well?"

"Mhmm. I missed the times when we would all share a bed. It's an odd sort of comfort." Leon settled his chin upon Cloud's shoulder; "Do you ever regret…?"

Cloud shook his head almost immediately, "Never. You're mine, and I'm yours…Sora was someone who needed us, our love, our embrace. He didn't need to belong to us."

"Belong?" Leon lifted a brow and turned his head towards his lover.

Cloud shook his head and gave a tiny smile. His lover was sometimes a little slow. "When we were all together, sex was never an issue. It was the contact… The kissing, the touching… He didn't need to belong to us. He just needed to be with us in that moment in time."

Leon made a noise of understanding as he laid a soft kiss to Cloud's neck, making the blond man shiver softly, leaning heavier into the embrace that he was so willingly placed in. Gentle kisses turned to soft bites, drawing small sounds from Cloud's throat, and devious chuckles from Leon. Tanned, calloused hands slid down Cloud's pale waist, fingers gracing over prominent hipbones with feather light touches. Cloud made a sound of encouragement as Leon's hands slid down to his clothed thighs, applying just enough pressure for his lover to feel his finger tips. Cloud let his head roll back onto his lover's shoulder, giving a lazy smile as Leon slid the palm of his hand over Cloud's growing arousal.

A small cough from the bed broke them from their teasing. Cloud turned to the bed, still in Leon's loose embrace, and gave Sora a smile that he never wasted on anyone else but Leon. This smile fell as Sora let out a blood-curdling scream.

-!Sora!-

I was warm. Beneath bed sheets and bodies… I thought I was dreaming. There was an arm around my waist, and I pulled it closer to me like a blanket, cuddling around that wonderful warmth that only Riku could give. But something was wrong; something was off about this. Sunlight hit my eyes, and the body behind me moved slightly, the arm uncurling around my waist, the presence leaving the bed.

Bed? I knew I had fallen asleep on the beach, and so did Riku…It was storming… And I saw a shooting star.

I remembered my wish… And I opened my eyes, too shocked at my surroundings to say anything. I knew this place! It was Leon and Cloud's home, and I had been here many times before. But how did I get here?

My wish? It couldn't have come true, could it? I turned my head and coughed lightly to clear my dry throat. I saw that smile, the smile that made my heart jump into my throat at one time… And I screamed.

I scrambled back, falling off the bed and wedging myself between the bed and the wall, looking up in horror as Cloud and Leon moved to me. Leon sat on the edge of the bed as Cloud moved closer to me. He extended his hand, and all I could do was whimper, closing my eyes. I pulled my legs to my chest, burying my face in my knees.

"Sora? Are you alright, kiddo?"

"Riku…Where's Riku…?" My voice was soft and muffled, and I wasn't sure if Cloud had heard me, so I lifted my head up slightly, watching him with disbelieving eyes.

"He's at Merlin's…Sephiroth found him… He's all right, Sora." His fingers brushed my cheek gently. I didn't know I was crying.

"Promise?"

It was Leon, who answered me. "We promise. Now come out here, we haven't seen you in a while. We missed you."

That made me give a small smile as I took Cloud's hand and allowed myself to be pulled onto the bed. Neither of them made a move to touch me. Both of their faces were unreadable as they sat patiently, waiting. They were waiting for me, I think. I glanced to Leon…And then Cloud… And it struck me. I was here and I wasn't dreaming. I felt myself grin as I launched myself at them, one arm going around either one of their necks, hugging them as tightly as I could.

"I missed you guys!"

It was Leon who laughed in my ear. "We missed you, too. Cloud was beside himself with worry."

"Really?"

I felt Cloud tense slightly and pull away, crossing his arms over his chest. "Shut up, Leon." A blush had found its self across his face, and as I pulled away from Leon, I pinched the blonde's pale cheek.

"Aww, you're blushing!"

"I am not," he said moodily, returning the pinch. I gave a yelp and rubbed my cheek.

"That hurt…" I narrowed my eyes at them both, playfully before I grinned again, crossing my legs beneath me, "So…How have you been?" I was a bad conversation starter, but it worked, since Cloud responded.

"Same as always… Did you ever find Riku, Sora?"

I couldn't stop the blush that spilled onto my cheeks, so I looked down and found that my hands suddenly became very interesting. But, after a moment, I told them everything. About Kairi, about Riku… everything. I was a little embarrassed, since I told them every detail. They listened to me without saying a word, only nodding every so often, their faces unreadable and passive. I knew I could always come to them with any problems I had. I trusted them not to judge me, and they never did. I loved both of them in my own way for that. I lifted my eyes slightly and I felt myself frown at the thought that flashed through my mind.

"Before I woke up here… I saw a shooting star. And I made a wish…"

"We saw a shooting star, as well…" I saw Leon lift his brow, "What was your wish?"

"I wanted to see all of you again…I wanted Riku to see all of you."

Cloud nodded, his hand coming to his chin in thought, "There was a shift in the storm's energy. I don't believe in such nonsense as shooting stars and wishes, but that would explain a lot…I suppose." He shook his head, as if dismissing the thought. "I saw you fall. I didn't know it was you, at first… We found you and brought you back here. Aeris came here last night and told us Sephiroth had found Riku. Do you want to go see him? Maybe this will make more sense…"

The way he spoke…It sounded as if he were talking to a child; the same way he spoke to me when I was here last time. I almost felt offended, but I brushed it away without another thought as I nodded my head vigorously.

"Of course I do! I hope he's all right…" I frowned again as I crawled by Leon and off the bed, curling my arms across my stomach. I noticed I was still shirtless, and it was still raining outside, "Um… I need…clothes. Or at least a shirt."

I guess it was funny, because Leon made a small noise of amusement as he stood and moved to the shared dresser. It didn't even take him a second to find one of his classic white shirts. I peeked over his shoulder and blinked. "Do you have enough white shirts, Leon?"

He grunted at me and threw it at my face. "White stains."

"Black doesn't!" I announced cheerfully as I pulled the shirt over my head.

"I don't want to look dead, Sora. Just angry."

At this, Cloud rolled his eyes and slid from the bed, moving towards us and reaching his hand to open a different drawer. He extracted a pleated zip up vest… I wondered if they owned any other clothes.

"Blue doesn't stain, either." I said lightly, poking Leon in his side.

"Cloud looks better in blue than I do… And don't poke me."

"If you say so…At least you don't squeak when you're poked."

He lifted a brow at this and rolled his eyes as he pulled the shirt over his head, before he grabbed his leather pants and his jacket. As they both dressed, I couldn't help but let my mind wander. Would Riku be angry with me? I really hoped not… It took a moment for them to finish getting dressed, and then we headed out the door to Merlin's.

"I miss him…" I said softly, casting my eyes down as he stepped through the door. A comforting hand settled onto my shoulder before I was pulled into a loose embrace. I smiled softly up at Leon, who placed a kiss on my forehead,

"I know you miss him… You'll see him soon." He said.

I nodded as I pulled away, but I kept my arm around his waist. I wished it were Riku. Riku who was holding me, Riku who I was leaning up against. Cloud was lagging a little behind, and I reached my hand back to waggle my fingers at him, "Slowpoke!"

Cloud gave a sigh as his fingers curled over the back of my hand. I was happy. I love these people so much… I would die for them, and I would kill for them.

But I loved Riku so much more… I missed him.

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Aie! This was…Muahaha, BAD! But meh, at least I got it. Chapter four is going to be GREAT! I already have it done! It's begging to be posted…but I need reviews first! 20 reviews and I'll post. Fair enough?

Ookami: No.

Shut up. Read and reviews my lovelies!