AN: I am so sorry for the crazy long delay in writing this story. Really…it was somewhat unreasonable. Anyways, uhm…here it is. Again I'm really sorry and hopefully none of you hate me, even though some of you probably do _; Uhm…so yeah here it is. I don't own KH, otherwise I would have made Final Mix in English for fans like me. Btw, isn't KH Chain of Memories RE cool? Yeah! =^_^=

-Chapter Two-

Welcome Back

Roxas stepped off of the bus and gazed in front of him. School. Destiny High stood tall. White walls shone brightly from the clean morning sun bathed them. Students casually walked into the building after a three month summer break. They flocked in groups, chitter chattering about the various events that occurred over the summer. Before the school was a fountain: surrounded by water was a gleaming marble sculpture of the founder of the school, Walt Disney. He stood tall, with an almost childish grin, and well groomed hair. A small mouse stood by Disney's side, holding his hand. Students sat around the fountain, getting in their last text messages before classes started. Roxas took a deep breath. Another year. Demyx ran forward as he saw his friends, an odd bunch. Colorful to say the least. A tall lanky fellow named Axel attacked Demyx as he approached them. Quietly and coolly, a boy with long violet hair stood with a look of disapproval. Next to him was a girl with bleached hair slicked back, she stood with a mischievous grin.

Roxas walked forward, thought he might as well get to Math early. No use in upsetting the teacher on the first day. This Vexan man seemed scary. Throwing an eraser? Just for the wrong answer? Hmm…. The halls were crowded, students hovering above their new lockers, putting in books, decorations, food, who'sits and whatits galore. Thingamabobs. Teachers ran in and out of their classes, preparing for their lectures. After a long walk to the third floor, Roxas reached 347, his locker.

"Oh. My. God. Roxas."

Roxas turned, somewhat nervous. Rightfully so. Sora. Oh sweet merciful crap. Sora tackled Roxas in a bone crushing hug.

"Ohmygodohmygodaren'tyougladthatwearerightnexttoeachothereverydayisgoingtobelikethisandwecanjusttalkandtalkeverytimewehavetogobacktoourlockerswhichiseverdayohmygodyay!"

"Uh….how was your summer?"

"ItwassogoodIdidn't-"

"Sora, let the poor boy go." Ah, a friendly voice. Kairi. Her red hair no longer short fell gently against her light shoulders. She wore a simple white short-sleeved button down and a pair of tight knickers. She had kind eyes, eyes of understanding.

Sora finally let go, pulling down his neon blue shirt and running a hand through untameable brown hair. Roxas and Sora were cousins, they didn't get to see each other during the summer because Sora's parents loved to travel, each summer they chose a new destination. "Sorry. You know me, I just get excited, really easily!" A big cheesy white toothy grin crawled up Sora's face.

"So we're all back together?" Riku gracefully made his way to the three. His long silver hair seemed to hold a secret wind machine. He wore a tight aquamarine shirt that echoed his sea green eyes.

"Hey, Riku!" Kairi flashed her innocent smile.

"OH. MY. GOD. RIKU!"

Oh boy, here we go again, Roxas thought.

"HOWWASYOURSUMMERI-"

"Shhh!" My summer was fine how was yours shortstuff? Roxas how was yours? " He eyed Roxas carefully he knew what happened to his Mom. Riku was there at Roxas' house waiting for him when it happened. Roxas had never been particularly close to Riku, Kairi was closer. But for some reason, he could not bring himself to tell her. He didn't want to relive it again.

"Sorry, I'm just being Sora as usual. My summer was good. We didn't go very far, just to Radiant Garden. But it was super fun, really relaxing, maybe the four of us should go there this summer and I can show your guys where I went?

"Oh, Sora, that sounds like fun!" Kairi said.

"Roxas?"

"Oh yeah, my summer was pretty good. Nice to just relax and not be in school."

"Speaking of school," Riku started but was interrupted as the bell rang. "there it is. Guys wanna do lunch?"

They all agreed.

"Okay, well I am off to math see you later." Roxas almost jogged to class, he didn't expect a runion with the others so soon. He was in fact late to the class, Vexen made it very well known.

"Roxas. Sit. Explain." Vexan commanded in an icy tone

"I was just—" Roxas started.

"You were just saying hello to some friends? Ignoring the beauty of splendor of math! Math is the only the thing that warms my heart!"

"That explains everything." Whispered a voice. Roxas turned to see who it was, Axel and Larxene snickered silently.

"What was that Hikari!??!!"

"Uhm…I didn't say—" Roxas ducked as a large black eraser was thrown at him. He instantly thought of Demyx.

The classes before lunch were uneventful. Assignments due this date. Books read by next week. Papers written by next class. Blah. It was a typical first day of school. Teachers explaining things and how to behave in their class. They had all heard it 100 times. Roxas spent most of his time looking outside the windo at the pretty green courtyard. They way Destiny High was set up was so that every room could see the courtyard. It was beautiful: rich green grass that moved in the sea breeze the same way waves gently lap under the water. Trees rustled, making a noise that would cause anyone to relax. These were exotic trees, their branches and brambles seemed to be alive, wrapping themselves around each other, some trunks almost looked like a human. Waiting. Waiting to be heard.

Roxas stared on.

During his open period, he sat in the courtyard, thinking of the beach. He needed to go to the beach after school. He craved it. He needed to gaze and let everything drift away from his mind. He needed to let the waves flood his brain with their crashes. He wanted to remove his memories and replace them with waves. He wanted to taste the salty breeze on his lips; feel the wind wrap itself around his shoulders. He needed it.

During lunch Roxas met up with Sora, Riku, Kairi. They were all in good spirits. Chattering away at the events of the summer. Roxas remained quiet.

"You okay, Roxas?" Riku asked.

"I'm just a little tired. Heh. Got used to sleeping in during summer."

"Oh!" Kairi started "I saw Namíne of the summer, Roxas."

Roxas perked up. "Really? How is she?"

"She's doing well, she likes Twilight town a lot. She said that maybe we could visit her." She turned to Sora. "What are you doing?"

Sora was stuffing as many grapes as possible into his mouth. "Pwayingchubbbunny." His cheeks were full, chipmunk like. He kept stuffing grapes into his mouth. Riku, Kairi, and Roxas stared blankly.

"Huh." Riku sighed. Oh Sora.

The bell rang for classes to start up again.

"Guys, I'll see you later, I really can't be late for another class today."

"Okay, Roxas, have fun."

"Oh yes, Physics, loads of fun."

Physics was dull. Incredibly dull. French wasn't much better, the professor Louie kept on rambling on about this crab that had escaped him while he was cooking over the summer in French.

Drawing was what Roxas was really looking forward to. He knew the first day of drawing wouldn't be too exciting, the teachers rarely assigned anyone a project on the first day. Roxas took his seat at a back table, looking around. Student projects from over the years adorned the room. Weird, odd sculptures hid underneath benches, tables, and paintings mounted the walls, while most were part of the walls. The room had a smell of sawdust and graphite and paint. Professor Lionheart nodded towards Roxas. He had Roxas one year before and noticed right away the talent in the kid. His art didn't come from outside sources like the other students. It came from inside him. Something deep within his heart.

"Good summer, Roxas?"

"Mmmhmm."

"Hey Roxas!" Roxas turned to see Demyx's cheerful face. He had forgotten that Demyx was in his class. Today was not going to be a normal art class.

AN: Again I am so sorry about the delay…I'm also sorry about the ending. I thought it would be a good idea to explain a whole bunch in the next chapter what happens to Roxas and Demyx in the art class. It's very exciting. Well, maybe…Uhm…yeah I'm sorry and oh! You should check out my deviant art. just look for nekothesneak! =^_^=