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Okay, I'll admit that maybe the song takes up space, but I thought it went well with the scene.
And, yes, Rookie Camp/Band Camp has started. Our theme is the Beatles this year. How cool is that? Anyways, I finished typing yesterday, so the end is near. ;-;
Disclaimer: If I really owned Tales of Symphonia, I woulda been able to get up to the training camp at Western Carolina this summer for band.
CHAPTER 5: Thursday Night/Friday
"Okay, guys, here's the last dance!" announces the D.J. as he prepares to play the final song.
Kratos turns to Anna with a smile. "Well, would you like to dance?"
Anna smiles back warmly. "Of course."
He rises from the seat that the two are sharing and offers a hand. When she accepts it, he pulls her up as if she weighs nothing. The two walk to the dancing area, holding hands.
The D.J., satisfied that everyone who wanted to dance was now on the dance floor, began the music. The song that he had picked was "Bless the Broken Road" by Rascal Flatts.
"I set out on a narrow way
Many years ago
Hoping I would find true love
Along the broken road..."
As the two begin to sway to the song, Anna smiles. "I love this song. Rascal Flatts is one of my favorite bands."
Kratos, in acknowledgement rather than agreement, says, "Hmm-hmmm."
"... But I got lost a time or two
Wiped my brow
Kept pushing through
I couldn't see how every sign pointed straight to you...
Every long lost dream
Led me to where you are
Others who broke my heart
They were like northern stars
Pointing me on my way
Into your loving arms
This much I know is true...
That God blessed the broken road that led me straight to you..."
The two gaze at each other, their eyes catching as they sway back and forth. Their eyes observe the features of the other's faces and stare into each other's eyes.
"I think about the years I spent
Just passing through
I'd like to have the time I lost
And give it back to you
But you just smile and take my hand
You've been there
You understand
It's all part of a grander plan
That is coming true...
Every long lost dream
Led me to where you are
Others who broke my heart
They were like northern stars
Pointing me on my way
Into your loving arms
This much I know is true...
That God blessed the broken road that led me straight to you..."
Anna rests her head on Kratos' chest and revels in the feeling of completeness that she feels in his arms. Kratos lays his head on top of hers, stunned by how perfectly she seems to fit in his arms. The song finished and the two make their way to the gathering congregation around Colette. They accept their cake and ice cream and watch her open presents.
On the way out, Anna hugs Colette as Kratos waits for her patiently. "Thanks for inviting me."
"It wouldn't be the same without you! See ya on Monday!" Colette smiles, a hidden satisfaction hidden in it.
"Okay. See ya." Anna replies, going to Kratos.
"I'll walk you out to your car." Kratos says. "I'll protect you."
"Ooh, from what? Crazy party-goers like yourself?" Anna teases him. "But, still, thanks. I appreciate it a lot."
Kratos smirks at her in return, then wraps his jacket around her. The air was quite chill against her slightly sweaty body. The two had been doing a lot of dancing beside of a rather large bonfire in the middle of a somewhat large crowd.
Anna seems somewhat surprised by the gesture and smiles at him. "Thanks, Kratos."
"I thought that you needed it more than me." Kratos shrugs. The two continue chatting as they make their way slowly to Anna's car.
"... So, how would you feel about going to dinner tomorrow night?" Kratos asks her as they draw up to her car.
Anna grins at him radiantly. "That sounds wonderful."
Kratos smiles back, confidence in his eyes. Then he notices her car and smirks. "Nice car. I might be tempted to take it for a joy-ride."
"A joy-ride? You? Perish the thought!" Anna scoffs as she teases him.
"I wouldn't push it..." Kratos warningly says as he traps her against her car.
Anna smirks back. "Bring it."
Kratos cocks an eyebrow. "Are you sure? You might not be able to handle what I do for punishments."
"Well, that depends. Are the punishments a form of physical torture or is it mental abuse?" Anna retorts, crossing her arms.
"Well, in your case," Kratos leans closer to her, mahogany brown eyes dark with emotion, "I'd have to say it'll be a physical torture."
A shiver rushes through Anna's spine deliciously as she locks eyes with him. She whispers, "I think I can take it. Why don't you try me?"
"Remember, you asked for it..." Kratos murmurs as he leans closer and brushes his lips against hers. As he caresses her cheek with one of his rough hands, he presses his lips to hers.
They kiss.
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I wake up suddenly, my hair falling into my eyes. I can't believe it. Did I really just dream that? Dream of that sexy Kratos with his lips on mine. Sure, I've been kissed plenty of times before, but... Never like that. That feeling of electricity as my dream self kissed him...
I shake my head suddenly,
It was just a dream. It's not going to happen. It couldn't. It was just a dream.
But...
I touch my lips with a slightly trembling hand.
Why did it feel so real?
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My eyes snap open. Did I really just kiss that beautiful Anna in my dream? I shut my eyes and rub them, giving myself a mental punch to the head. I can't fall in love with the girl of my dreams. She was only a dream.
She's not real.
It was only a dream. It could never happen.
But...
I sit on the side of my bed, running fingers through my hair.
Why did it feel so real?
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Okay, next chapter's the last one! Hehehehhehehehe... I had fun with it. I think it's really gonna blow your minds in a way.
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