Ok. I'm really sorry for not updating sooner, but I have important exams coming up. I know that's a totally shit excuse and all, but I'm just trying to take the blame off my laziness. –sweatdrops-

I really really really wanted to thank all of the reviewers so far because you guys and gals are the thing keeping me going. If it wasn't for you lot, this fic would be so crap and rushed. I want to take the time to please you guys. (uh…no comment…please….)

So, as always, thanks to:

xXxRiku-chanxXx: yes! Another cookie for you! And another chapter! And all my loyal reviewers receive roses! It's tradition! Thanks!

Pinkpoogleh: uh.. Was that a –needs more- as in it needs more writing, or needs more as in it's crap? Just tell me!

Fearlessreverie: yeah, I really liked the song! And Sora is concerned about Riku! you'll see, you will ALL see! Go you! I hope you enjoy your game lol! Thanks!

stormDarkblade: sorry about the lack of schoolgirl Sora, but I was saving that mainly for picture day! I hope that will help you! And I enjoyed writing the smexiness! Thank you!

Aya Kurayami: Riku's dad sucks ass. And not in a good, kinky way either! I hate Riku's dad, but so much more comes to light soon about him. Trust me! Thanks!

hyperRme: heh. Yeah, I laughed at that too, not that I'm laughing at my own jokes of course…-rolls eyes- because I'm not crazy… and like I said before… my reviewers are like my children, which I cannot really compare them to, because I don't have children…but what the hell. You all get cookies and roses!

Pikachu: the cat? Is that some sort of codename for your computer? Weird… but thank you so much!

Clowninthebox: ugh. I dread to think what Riku's dad would say. Or DO for that matter. I shall need to think of that. IF he finds out. :P thanks!

Dodongo: thanks. I get a lot of reviews telling me to update, but not many people compliment me on the way I write my story. Hey, that really means a lot to me, ya know? And I REALLY hated Rinoa in final fantasy 8, and I just wanted to put that across. Heh. Thank you! (Sora) hey! I wanna hug! -Pounces on Dodongo- (Jess) uh…

Dark Bara: uh... Thanks! I'm glad to know that people like my story! If you enjoy reading it, then I enjoy writing it! Thanks!

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xMortyx: there will be more dominant Sora in it. He's not depressed or shy, he's just in the wrong place at the wrong time. I hope we get to update so different soon! Thanks!

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Renscute: wow. A long review! How I love those so much! Just to clear things up, Riku was outside the door. I think he originally came to find Sora, or was it to borrow a pencil? I can't remember, but he ended up listening in. heh. And I'm not really one of those hyped up fangirls. They scare me lol. Thank you for the review!

The New Shinigami Hikari: take it you like cookies! You shall receive more my child. Eat! Eat! –Rams cookies down throat- thanks!

Rozukitsune: sorry. Trust me lemon lovers, the time will come. But I want it to be special. And I'm sorry about the typos. Thanks for reviewing!

Raine Mizuki: I didn't really want to put any non KH characters in for some reason. I want the readers to know the characters. And I shall check your story out sometime! Thanks!

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BJRose: lol. I had to put the lemon in because I couldn't cope with the lack of smexiness! Thanks!

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Bunnyharuko: huh? I haven't ended anything!

Red headed Sexy Axel: yeah, a lot of people like that pairing! Hope you enjoy! Thank you!

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Sora: Dripping Ink And Kisses

I looked up at my own reflection, half expecting it to compliment me. My mouth curled into a weak smile as I sat before the mirror. I cast a glance to my discarded homework. My mind had wandered since I had studied advanced algebra. The formula for graphs, y equals mx plus c meant absolutely nothing to me. All I could think of was Riku's body, those red marks that marred his skin. That wasn't what bothered me the most though. What confused me the most was how calm Riku was about it. He didn't cry, or get angry and depressed. He was just Riku. I think half of me expected me to make a big deal out of it, and the other half didn't.

I tried to understand it from his father's point of view, but I couldn't. My parents were strict, but I could at least reason with them. And I guess there was the fact that they didn't beat me.

No. No matter which way I looked at it, no matter what Riku said about it being ok, it wasn't quite right. I held back tears that night, as my slippery fingers melted with his wounds. Everything had happened so fast.

I stood up, brushing off my shirt before turning to look at the remaining girls in the dorm. I left soon after, and made my way to physics, room 26. I pushed the door open a crack, and slid inside.

The apparatus was already set up, and the teacher was already making notes on the board. I sunk into my seat, hoping to go unnoticed. It was impossible. In the seat next to me sat the person I would rather observe as the wreak of some horrific train crash.

"Hey Sooooooooooooooooooora…"

I pushed my seat further towards the end of the desk. She followed me. I cringed when her face came close to mine. I didn't want her anywhere near me; I always had this thought: if she comes too close to me, I shall get some strange disease for which there is no cure. Some horrible disease that would give me the uncontrollable urge to destroy peoples' lives. Some terrible disease that would eat away at my good conscious and paint blonde highlights in my hair.

Rinoaituos.

All throughout the lesson, she was the bitch she always is. Example: "Sora! Look! Our beaker is bubbling! Quick! Check the ammeter!"

Well, me, being the naïve dumbass I am, turned to look. I read 0.4 when something gloopy and sticky started to crawl its way up my arm. Frantic, I tried to claw it off, then realizing it was ink. My pen, now sabotaged, broken messily in two, lay on the desk..

Rinoa laughed. I stood and walked to the teacher. "Please miss, may I go and wash my hands?" I held them out her, as if to prove I needed to. She treated me to a single nod of approval. I cast a daring glance at Rinoa, who was busy entertaining herself by squirting the remaining ink all over my chair. I'm assuming she thought I was stupid enough to sit down on it. Pfft.

The halls were empty. I sniffed and slumped into the pink bathroom. I approached the sinks and was about to turn the tap when I heard footsteps. Turning round, there was no one there. I turned back.

"GAAH! Riku! Jeez!"

He cracked up laughing. I sniffed again.

"Hahahahahaha… Sora… w-what have you got all o-over your face?"

I glanced into the mirror. No! A thick, sticky line of blue ink covered my face. I tried to wipe it off with my already inky hands, obviously failing. Riku wiped a tear of laughter from his eye and went to fetch some loo roll.

"Riku…why are you in the girls' bathroom?"

He paused. "I was looking for you actually."

"Really?"

"Physics is your last lesson right?"

"Uh huh"

"Well, I…"

I looked behind him at the blonde that had just walked in.

"Hey Tidus."

"Heya. Ok, enough of the small talk. Easter is almost over. That means I have to go back home. My room, tonight. K? Bring that sweet red head that was in the music room, and you too Sora."

"Uh…sure…"

He left soon after, but not before tuning round and blatantly pointing out that I had 'a mark' on my face. Humph.

Growling lightly, I went to try again, but Riku was there first.

"Close your eyes then."

I did as he asked. He tried to scrub it off, but it hurt! He was being so rough! I whined to make him understand.

"Sorry."

He took more care after that. He tried his hardest not to get it into my eyes, and the light brushing of his skin against mine when the tissue moved made shudders flow through my spine.

"Open your mouth."

My eyes shot open. "Why!"

"You have it in your mouth", he replied, calm as usual.

I nervously tilted my head back and let my mouth hang slightly open. I felt stupid. His fingers slid past my lips, and I squeezed my eyes shut, trying to quell the huge urge I had to suck on his fingers. I could already feel the blood rushing to my cheeks. This was DEFINITELY not the sort of thing a friend would do.

In my attempt to stop my curious mouth, my tongue disobeyed. It brushed the side of Riku's finger; Riku's skin. With its slightly salty taste, it was actually quite nice. I sighed when he withdrew his now inky fingers.

"I'd better be getting back."

"Yeah, ok."

He gave me a quick hug. I let my self get lost in the warmth and security of Riku's embrace. You know when people say it felt like eternity, when only a few seconds had past? Well, I damn well wish it was true.

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I walked back to physics slowly, but happily. That was, until I remembered who was there. The teacher glared at me as I stumbled into her classroom. No doubt she was unhappy that I'd had to step out of her lesson. Rinoa was sat in her place. A wide grin on her face. I sat down.

No.

I could NOT be that stupid!

Ugh.

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Later that night, I took the plastic bag from under my bed and slipped on my black flat shoes. Hesitantly, I opened the door and crept out.

The calm atmosphere was overwhelming. It was strange, no sound beside the odd snore from an open door. I followed the usual path to the library, only changing direction once I got there. Adjacent to the wooden doors there was a small room. I could that's where I was supposed to go. There was light coming from under the door and I could hear laughter inside. I knocked lightly, coming face to a face with Kairi, smiling for once.

One hour later.

"Hey Sora, so you and Riku hooked up yet?"

I froze. Riku swallowed. Hard.

"Tidus," he started, "There's something we need to tell you before you leave."

"And what's that?"

"I'm a guy."

The tension suddenly got thicker. The atmosphere fell silent and cold. I blushed heavily and pulled at the skirt that was riding up my thighs.

"HA! Really? Cool! Is all this for tomorrow then?"

WHAAA?

I saw Riku freeze, then jump out of his seat, waving his arms hysterically. "T-Tomorrow?"

"Picture day, dude."

"P-Picture day is t-tomorrow!"

OH.

MY.

GOD!

It had never quite hit me until now just how close picture day was. It had always seemed so far away, but I guess it was a hell of a lot closer than I thought.

Tidus grinned, I didn't understand why he was finding it so funny! I mean, I was the victim here!

The night came to an end. After discussing parties, panties and picture day, we all cheered Tidus goodbye.

"I won't see you until Christmas now! It seems so far away!"

Riku smiled. Oh how I loved to see him smile! "Yeah. Tidus my man, I'm looking forward to it!"

Kairi nodded shyly. Agreeing, I guessed.

"Hey little Red." He took both of her hands "Try to be a little less shy, ok?" he only got a stunned nod in response.

He kissed her.

It was only a little kiss on the lips, not full on or anything. But her eyes lit up and her face burned red. It's not like she pulled away either.

"Goodbye Tidus," she whispered.

Sorry. I'm going on holiday tomorrow. I shall write it up before then so I can type it up as soon as I get home. And yes, picture is the day everyone is waiting for. It shall be a long chapter too! Just to praise you all! And it is going to be a highlight chapter! Please be aware of that! I shall make it extra, extra good! I love you all!

Cookies and roses to all reviewers!

And next chapter, all reviewers shall receive a special Riku and Sora making out plushie in honor of picture day! Yay!

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