A/N: I've been cliffhanger-ed by my own story. This is a crime. I shall end this chapter with a very good one. I hope I didn't exceed the rules of the challenge. If I did, then I am terribly sorry and will write other chapters that would revolve on the twins. Enjoy~
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Monday. 8 A.M.
"I look ridiculous in these!"
"No you're not. You look new and cool. Besides you said you'll do whatever I told you for Xion to notice you right?"
"That doesn't mean that I wanted to look like a dork in front of her."
"Oh pish the thought Vanitas! You look handsome and I swear Xion will be head-over-heels for you."
"I'm getting the vibes that it wouldn't."
The Fair twins went to the Usual Spot where they meet with others and go to school together. Sora was really proud about what he did to his brother. He did a little makeover to look dashing in Xion's eyes. Vanitas wasn't comfortable. He is annoyed at himself as to why did he even bother to agree with the brunette's plan on which he calls as; "How to amused a maiden by Sora Sky Fair." Even the title is poorly thought of. Then they heard sounds coming near them. The others are here, Vanitas mumbled. He wanted to back out of this because 1. He looked ridiculous and 2. He was going to embarrass himself in front of Sora's friends and also Blackbird, Xion to be precise.
The ones to arrive were the Strife twins. Ventus was jolly as ever while Roxas was busy, lost at his book that he'd been reading along the walk. Sora called the Strife brothers. "Good So—" Ventus stopped walking while Roxas was still moving, didn't know what was happening when he look towards. Riku and Namine were next, same expression to Riku but Namine gasped quietly. And lastly were the cousins. Here goes nothing, says Vanitas in his mind.
"Kairi! Good Morning" said Sora approaching the incoming ladies. Kairi and Xion were chatting when they heard the brunette's voice calling for the red-head. They turned, both astound by the Vanitas that they are seeing right now.
"Vanitas?" the raven-haired girl said looking at the older Fair. He was wearing school uniform like the others all right but his was properly worn. Buttoned polo, ID in place, collar folded perfectly, polished black shoes that they knew he doesn't wear to school except for sneakers, school pants and not the usual torn jeans. This was a completely different Vanitas. The older Fair couldn't look her in the eyes. He didn't know what to say, though he had perfectly memorized the whole script that Sora made last night. Just for this day.
Then a sudden burst of laughter came from Ventus, Riku and Roxas. The three of them couldn't take it after controlling their after seeing the change of the raven-haired Fair.
"Ahahaha! You look ridiculous in that state!"
"I need my camera. Ven quick! Lend me your phone,"
"I'm sorry Vanitas but.. kuhehehe…hehehe…. Whahahha! This is just too much to handle!"
I'll get your asses later. He ignored the laughter but he was, indeed, bothered. "Oh come on, guys," Sora whined pushing the others to walk, "Let's leave these two alone. I'll tell you everything when we get at school." The boys were still laughing. Kairi followed them, telling Vanitas to let her cousin get on school on time. Or else. That got him shiver, just a little bit.
"But Kai—" Xion said but the red-head just waved at her and besides, he trust Vanitas.
Silence fell between the two of them. No one dared to speak, making Xion nervous, thus doing her mannerism with her hands.
"Stop doing that stupid mannerism!" Vanitas shouted at Xion which he didn't mean to do. The raven-haired woman was on the verge of crying. No! This is not what I had in mind! Don't you dare cry in front of me! Then suddenly, out of the blue, "Give me your bag," said Vanitas. Xion didn't argue and gave her bag to the older Fair and they start to walk towards the school.
Walk with her together and talk about anything that will keep her in interest. Never forget to take her bag. That would be romantic.
That was the advice of his idiot that made Kairi liked him. So old school, Vanitas thought. But what does he know about courting? None. Zero. As the two raved-haired walked together, Vanitas couldn't help but to steal glances again towards Blackbird. She could see that he was looking at her, making her blush. For Vanitas, the walk took forever and he still hasn't tried to talk to her. He was going to open his mouth but Xion beat her, "Why the sudden change, Vanitas?"
"Sora forced me."
"Well…you could've said NO to him."
"You don't know how persuasive that idiot is."
"…"
"How was your day?"
"Fine."
"I…See…"
They have reached school and he could only to do was to ask 'How was your Day?'. Xion asked for bag. Vanitas gave it to her and she went ahead towards the classroom. It didn't work.
"I am personally going to kill you!" said an angry Vanitas grabbing Sora's collar. He was really pissed that his advice didn't work on the raven gal and he took a lot of wits in allowing his twin to have a makeover of himself. Sora wailed in fear. He didn't know that Xion was a hard catch. "I've trusted you and your judgement," said Vanitas. He let his brunette twin go, scrunching up his fist. "Now repent." Suddenly, the Strife twins plus Riku appeared and Sora was been saved from the raven-haired fists.
"Riku!" Sora cried hiding on his best friend's back. The older Fair tsked, "If you're just gonna tell me how embarrassing I look like don't bother. I already know that."
"Aww Vani…" Ventus said. He wanted to hug the raven Fair but his glare was saying that "Make a move or I'll punch you in the face" and just stood there. Roxas was still grinning like crazy, making fun of the older Fair. "What a sucker you are Vanitas." "Listen to you. It's not like you had a great time confessing with blondie. You're just as bad as this idiot," pointing Sora, "and those two loveless."
"HEY!" Riku and Ven said in unison.
"Why you—" Roxas gritted his teeth, challenging Vanitas but tried to control his temper. "If you really wanted to get your girl, you gotta be a slave for her."
"No in way hell." Vanitas bluntly said. "It's a metaphor you dunderhead!" "What did you just call me?!"
"All right time out you guys!" Ven shouted, halting the two down. Riku raking his hair like a Supermodel, "This wouldn't solve anything. Look if you want Xion to like you, we'll help you out." Vanitas laughed saying that how will they do that help Vanitas if they haven't have any experiences except for Roxas that is. At this point, Ven and Riku was angry shouting at the raven-haired to "Just trust us."
Trust them. Okay if their advice was a lot worse then they'll have to meet with Mr. Knuckles and Mrs. Pain.
If there's something that your wants to do but embarrassed or she has plans. Take it and do it for her.
In the cafeteria, Vanitas saw that there are people circling around towards Xion. He went there and saw that some guys are asking him if she can teach them techniques about on sword fencing which Xion is very good at. Vanitas took the offer but Xion looked at him like she was disappointed.
Fail.
Be nice to her.
Without making any effort, he failed.
Try to act cool in front of her.
This was the last straw when Xion stood up. "I've had enough," she said, "This isn't you. Change back to the Vanitas that I know!" Xion stormed out of the classroom and left the older Fair alone. All the advices that he got from his twin and his useless friends were fails. They couldn't even help him or get a chance for Blackbird's heart. Vanitas screamed on top of his lungs that can be heard loudly by neighboring classrooms. He was very annoyed at himself and also at Xion.
"Change back to the Vanitas that you know, huh?" he mumbled. Closing his eyes for a bit then ran towards the door to find a certain someone.
Screw the advices. Screw everything. I'm gonna do this if she likes it or not.
He ran towards the rooftop where she always stays there and rest for a while. Opening the door, he saw Xion looking at the clear blue sky. The older Fair stepped forward. Hearing the noise made the raven-haired turn around to see Vanitas. She still looked radiant and simple. Just as I like it.
"Vanitas if you're going to play around with then forget it."
"You said you wanted me to change back to the Vanitas that you knew right?" he asked. Xion didn't understand what he wanted to say then without explanation, she could feel the lips of Vanitas in hers. She pulled away, slapping Vanitas on the face but her hand was caught by him.
"What are you doing?" Xion demanded. Vanitas was dead serious before saying anything.
"Become one with me. Unite with me. Form a bond with me, Blackbird."
Xion's face flustered. She couldn't understand what Vanitas wanted to say. Become one. Unite. Form a bond. This doesn't make sense!
"Are you asking me to be your girlfriend?!" her face was still red. The older Fair grinned, pulling her closer to him. "So what if I am?" at this rate, Xion finally managed to pull a slap on his face. Vanitas backed away from her but nevertheless she was laughing.
"I am not good with girls. Does it look like we have a female in the family?"
"What about your Mother?"
"She's not an exception.
"Become one with me, Blackbird?"
"You and you're crazy words, Vanitas."
And with that, the two of them smiled at each other as they went towards the next of their class.
Did Xion said yes on Vanitas's confession? It would always be a mystery. Only Xion and Vanitas knows what happened.