I'll Be There For You Chapter 13: I'll Be There For You, a final fantasy x-2 fanfic

((A/N: I appologize in advance for the kind of weird Gippal and Rikku's POV's... I wrote them at 11pm last night. Oh yeah... what will pop into your head at that time... hehe!))

I'll Be There For You – Chapter 12

I'll Be There For You

((Gippal's POV))

As I led her onto the terrace, my mind wandered back to the dance we shared a few seconds ago. Words cannot even begin to describe what I felt. I was literally handling fire… beautiful fire. I was cold, and I needed, wanted the warmth… the love. But I was afraid that if would consume me. After I danced closer to her, placed my hand on her hips, and moved to the beat with her, I got a taste of that fire. The intoxicating fire. I didn't care if it burned or consumed me in the end, as long as I got to feel and taste it. Become swallowed by it, bask in it's presence, revel in its power, beauty, and warmth.

I can't hide it anymore, I just can't. I don't want to either. Now that I've had a taste of that fire, I can't forget about it, ever. The fire… the love and warmth… I can't ever let it go.

The cold air hit my face and chest, jarring me out of my thoughts. I shivered; I was cold without my fire. The both of us walked to the railing, and I stood behind her. I wrapped my arms around her waist, and she melded into me. I sighed, and felt the breeze blow around the two of us. I wasn't cold, not when I held my fire inside the circle of my arms. I was holding the cause of my new addiction.

My warmth.

My fire.

My love.

My Rikku.

((Rikku's POV))

Thunder. Lightning.

Thunder, pounding in my heart, in my chest, pumping its beat in my veins.

Lightning, sizzling and rushing through my limbs, my veins, my blood.

I love it… adore it. Now that I have it, I feel it; I never want to let it go. Now that I hear, see, feel the thunder and lightning, I want it to stay. It's all I can think about. I want to watch it, but not from a distance. I want to throw myself headlong into the center of the storm, feel its majesty and power all around me. Now, I've done that, and it's intoxicating… addictive. I never want to leave.

This feeling… it's amazing. I want it to stay with me, I want to stay with it. I want it to never stop, always be there whenever I call upon it.

I feel his arms around me, those stores of lightning energy, holding me close. I can hear his heartbeat, his ever-steady rhythm of thunder in his chest.

His energy… it makes me feel alive.

His thunder… I hear it all around me.

His lightning… I feel it in my soul.

Him… Gippal.

((Gippal's POV))

I squeezed Rikku, and she let out a giggle. I smiled, and put my chin on her shoulder.

"Rikku… do you remember the promise I made you?" I asked softly.

"Yeah, why?"

"I wanna tweak it a bit."

"Okay…" she replied, her voice sounding wary.

"I'll be there for you when you need someone to talk to, need support, or just need a friend. But that's not all. I'll be there for you when you need someone to come save you, even if it's from yourself. I'll be there for you when you need someone to be mad at, or understand your anger. I'll be there for you when you need someone to love, or when you need to feel loved. I'll be there for you."

She didn't say anything for a while. "Always?" she whispered after a few minutes.

"Always, I promise." I whispered in her ear, and she shuddered. I realized the wind was blowing a little harder. I hugged her tighter, putting her shoulders inside my coat, wrapping most of it that I could while keeping it on. As she settled down in her more warm position, a song that was playing inside floated out to us on the terrace.

I guess this time you're really leaving
I heard your suitcase say goodbye
And as my broken heart lies bleeding
You say true love it's suicide

You say you've cried a thousand rivers
And now you're swimming for the shore
You left me drowning in my tears
And you won't save me anymore

Rikku furrowed her brow. "Well that's a pleasant song, huh?"

I smiled; I knew what this song was, and what the words were… what it stood for. "This is for you beautiful." I whispered in her ear. She looked up at me skeptically, but listened to the song.

Now I'm praying to God you'll give me one more chance, girl

I'll be there for you
These five words I swear to you
When you breathe I want to be the air for you
I'll be there for you
I'd live and I'd die for you
Steal the sun from the sky for you
Words can't say what a love can do
I'll be there for you

I looked down at Rikku, and she was starring out at the dark sea, a small smile on her face. She turned to look up at me, turning around to face me completely. Her hands rested on my shoulders, and I took them in my own. Rikku gave me a puzzled look, but my response was to lead her to the middle of the terrace, sheltering us from the wind.

I know you know we've had some good times
Now they have their own hiding place
I can promise you tomorrow
But I can't buy back yesterday

We reached the center of the terrace, and I took her left hand in my right. My other hand went to her waist, and she looked up at me, her eyes dancing. We began to move slowly to the beat, enjoying the moment.

And Baby you know my hands are dirty
But I wanted to be your valentine
I'll be the water when you get thirsty, baby
When you get drunk, I'll be the wine

During the guitar solo, I pulled Rikku closer, my arms around her waist, hers wrapped around my neck. With a sigh, she rested her head on my shoulder, watching the sun on my chest catch the light of the nearby lamps. I smiled; perhaps I should get her something like this… I smiled slightly, thinking of a gift to give her.

And I wasn't there when you were happy
I wasn't there when you were down
I didn't mean to miss your birthday, baby
I wish I'd seen you blow those candles out

I stopped dancing, but still held Rikku close to me. She looked up, and I brushed a strand of stray hair out of her face. I rested my hand on her cheek, and our eyes locked.

I'll be there for you
These five words I swear to you
When you breathe I want to be the air for you
I'll be there for you
I'd live and I'd die for you
Steal the sun from the sky for you

I had to do it, now, before I lost the moment, and the courage. I wanted to let her know how I felt before it was too late. If she needs time, I'll wait. If she doesn't feel the same, I'll try to move on. If she's scared, I'll do everything in my power to make her comfortable.

I moved slowly. I tilted her chin upward, and slowly leaned down. Rikku smiled, and out eyes fluttered closed. We met…

Fire. In every part of my body. I knew that I wanted to be immersed in this amazing element, but I didn't know it would feel anything like this. Liquid fire seemed to race through my veins. I was burning from head to toe, tingling. One of my hands traveled up her back, burying itself in her hair. She moaned softly, and my insides melted. Oh Rikku… if you only knew what you do to me… She placed her hand on the back of my head, playing with a few of my shorter strands of hair.

When we pulled apart, both of us were breathing heavily. With a smile, I rested my forehead against hers, holding her tightly. She smiled, and kissed me lightly. I loved my fire… if I only knew if she would be my fire…

Words can't say what a love can do

For the last line, I angled my head to whisper huskily in her ear…

I'll be there for you

- - - fin - - -

A/N: And that, wonderful readers, was the last chapter of this story. Don't worry though, I have planned out the first three chapters of the sequel. Definately expect some action,and maybe someromance. Anyway, it should be posted by next week tops.

marajade963 - "Penultimate"... THAT was something that I had to crank out the ol' dictionary for. Hehe... whoo hoo! Ihave a new word! Penultimate! Okay, I'm done now. I was worried that the dance wasn't very believeable, seeing as I have practically have no experience in the area. ((hmph)) But, when Baralai told Rikku to move her hips? That's something that's actually happened to me. My friend actually put her hands on my hips and tells me, "Jessi, hips aren't made to have kids, they're made to MOVE." Seriously! I was cracking up when I wrote that line... Ah, I love trips down memory lane... ((lmao)) I'm glad that you love this... because that makes one of us. I HATE re-reading my writing, I always think how tacky it sounds when I read it aloud.

Flame of Bevelle - YAY! We change name! I love it. I always listen to the song that I'm using in a fic so I get in the mood, right? I ended up listening to the song about three times through before I actually starting typing... ((cough)) Anyway! Man, I wish my mom would dance with me in the car to a rap song... wait, on second thought, never mind. ((lmfao)) Yeah, school is back, so I can't update everyday... sadly.

for always x - Yes! The songs works! ((does a little dance)) Well, here is the next chapter, keep on watch for the sequel!

Angel-Light-Girl - WOW! I haven't heard from you in a while, how have you been? Sunburn? Ouch... I've had some bad ones. I'm a red head, so the word tan isn't in my vocabulary. Yes... GIPPAL AND RIKKU FOREVER!

Kitsu Kurasei - You're family doesn't like rap or country? My family isn't a big fan of rap either, but I don't have any Black Eyed Peas CD's, just that one song on my MP3. So, they can't really hear it, now can they? ((evil laugh)) Country? Oh geez, don't get my dad started! Yeah, he's a country music man. Seriously... I think it's rubbing off on me. Don't worry, I'll refrain myself from using country songs in my fics. They never fit anyway.

I'll Be There For You - Bon Jovi

As you can tell, this song was made for the fic. I actually found this song after I started writing this. Funny huh? Okay, if you haven't heard this song, go fix that. It's AMAZING.

Disclaimer: ... ((snores)) ...

THANK YOU SO MUCH EVERYONE! Review for this chapter, and I'll thank you in the sequel!

-Vincent's Angel of Chaos-