Shadow of the Sun...
Ch.12: A Tearful Commitment...
Zell's words, though quiet and shaky, seemed to reverberate inside Quistis' chest, slowly seeping into her lungs and gently taking her breath away. The young blonde couldn't find the air to breathe let alone speak, but even if she had, what would she say?
The rain steadily streamed down, glazing not only the earth, but all things that resided on it. Quistis began to shudder as Zell's warm words became soggy and soon fell with the never ending torrent of rain only to seep into the soil.
Zell's eyes immediately grew wide, after his words carelessly spilled forth from their pink plush, skin barriers. "Dammit, what am I doing?!? What have I done?! Why did I even say those things? Am I even truly capable of feeling such a thing as love anymore?"
Inwardly Zell contemplated the results of his rash actions, but in the end the damage was done. Whether he felt that way about the lonely blonde or not, he didn't have the power to crush her heart…at least not face to face.
"Quistis, is my staying here truly worth putting your life in danger?" Zell questioned solemnly.
Quistis inhaled her first breath after what seemed like an eternity. "No…" She paused for a slight moment as her words crawled over the lump in her throat.
Zell was taken back; he didn't know what to say. A wave of stunning relief washed over him, but what was this small stinging pain that held his chest captive?
A small smile tried desperately to tug at the corner of Zell's lips, but such an action was too foreign for him. "I…understand you…" Zell's words were cut-off.
"No Zell, It's worth making my life whole once more." Quistis replied sincerely, a large grin evaporating the collapsing rain.
Zell broke the tender grasp around his waist as he turned to face the quivering blonde. Quistis jumped slightly, as Zell's abrupt actions startled her momentarily.
"Quistis, I'm not sure if this is for the best, but if you need me...If you need me by your side, then…I'll stay." Zell spoke softly, his sapphire eyes, melting in hers.
Quistis lunged forward, and through her arms around Zell's neck. Inside her body was on fire, her heart was racing as emotions surge throughout her being. But her skin was cold to the touch, due to the chilling rain. She knew she should go in before she caught pneumonia, but right now she would do anything to stay in Zell's arms for just a little while longer.
Zell gently placed his hands on Quistis' shoulders and pushed her back. Quistis frowned in slight confusion wondering if maybe she was moving too fast for him, she hoped not. Zell's eyes turned back into the cold gaze that held her captivated the previous night.
Zell's harden sapphire pools bore deep within crystalline eyes, "If this is to work, I must tell you…everything." Zell's tone ached with a long concealed dark hurt, one that he truly did not want to share.
Just as Zell was about to open his mouth and pour out his soul, for the first time in years, he frowned upon seeing the awkward face of the female blonde.
Small azure eyes crossed as they focused on Zell's forehead. Quistis couldn't help but smirk and giggle softly. Zell's usual fluffy blonde hair was matted down so much so, that it caused his forehead to look like it had an imprint of the rear-end of a chocobo.
It wasn't long before Quistis burst out laughing, hysterical at her latest revelation.
"What?" Zell asked utterly perplexed at what was so funny.
"It's…It's just your hair. It's so….umm…cute." Quistis giggled playfully.
Zell shook his head, becoming impatient with such childish antics.
Immediately Quistis stopped laughing upon noticing the grim look plastered upon Zell's face.
"What happened to Zell when he was gone? He is completely changed. I've never seen anyone as serious as he is…except Squall. I hope I didn't make him mad." Quistis' expression quickly deterred from playful to sorry.
"I'm sorry…" Quistis chirped.
Zell's gaze softened as he heard the quiet fear hanging onto her words. He was the one who should be sorry not her.
"Quistis…" His words halted as a female voice cut him off.
"Zell, may we go in, you know, before you continue with what you had to say earlier? It's raining, and I'm…I'm cold." She asked biting her bottom lip.
Zell looked up as if noticing the rain for the first time, "Yeah, sorry."
Quistis looked up astounded. Did he just say sorry to her? She chose to ignore it, knowing that her Zell is in there somewhere, it was just going to take some time and now that she found him, time is something they have plenty of.
They made their way back into Garden, winding through the halls and eventually to Quistis' dorm room.
Quistis slid her card key into the door, resulting in it to slide open. "Oh I forgot, Irvine said you could room with him in room 373. He has a double suite, but no roommate." Quistis informed as she made her way through the threshold of her door.
Zell absentmindedly followed only to have Quistis turn around with a sly smile. "Hey, are you planning to put on some of my clothes, or do you just want to see me naked?" Quistis teased slightly, pla cing her hands on her hips. Just as she said it though, she soon regretting her newfound playful nature, not knowing how Zell would react.
It took a moment for Zell to process the information and soon his eyes grew wide in shock. "SSSorry." He mumbled quickly and made a hasty exit, the door sliding shut behind him.
Quistis fell back, leaning against the metallic barrier that now separated her from the outside world.
"Same old Zell..." She mused joyfully.
A slight pink flush started creeping up her cheeks at the thought of Zell being in her room…alone, his hungry eyes casting their gaze over her vulnerable figure. She shook her head, deciding to save those thoughts for another time. She strode into her bathroom, that same sly smile still playing with the corners of her lips.
A/N: Well another chapter down! Sorry this one took me so long to post, but this semester sucks!! I am taking 18 credits and 2 online courses, plus working during the week!! Not a good combo, let me tell you. Honestly I'm not sure when the next time I will be able to post will be because time is a luxery I don't have anymore. But don't worry I promise this story will be finsihed soon!! I am hoping in the next two months everything will be finally done, but it may take longer. I just really hope there will be people still reading by then!! Thank you all for all your support and remember keep reviewing...PLEASE!
The King and His Prince Part VIII: A massive crowed of peasants and nobles alike all stand in attention, patiently waiting for the words of their king. "It's true...The battle has been swung in our favor." The King thrusts his hand up gloriously into the air, signally imminent victory. "Thank the gods above." Cried a young peasant boy. "SILENCE!!" The King's voice roared throughout the crowed casting an immediate hush. "What did you say, small lad?" The King questioned calmly. The child looked utterly petrified, staring at his lord. "It's ok...go ahead" The King urged soothingly. "I...I said thank the gods above, my lord." The King looked up to the heavens shaking his head, "Not this time...Here me now, not a god, but a god amoung men is making this victory possible. One man, is leading our troops to sure victory. When he returns, it will be my pleasure to step down...and he not I will be your new king." The King smiled softly as crystalline tears stung his eyes. An uproar began to rage throughout the masses. "Hush...please. This is the way it must be, age has quickly caught up to me, and your new king will lead you glorious people to a life of peace and prosperity." Even with his consoling words, still murmers of doubt leaked throughout the crowd. "Dammit!! Don't you understand, that one man has taken all your burdens and hopes and hoisted them onto his back!! He is fighting for each and every one of you!!! I will have no protests, i am still your king and therfore my words are absolute! So it shall be!" The King removed his crown from atop his head and gently set it on the potium. His mind racing and his heart hoping, " Please young prince..you must make it back...If not for me, then for these people..." Once again he threw a jubilant fist high into the air, "All hail Kind Q-n-P!! All hail King Q-n-P"The King's chant roared throughout the streets and soon it was contagious and the entire kingdom echoed his words. "My dear Q-n-P this is all for you...please return home..."
A/N II: Well Q-n-P I hope you my number one fan are still reading this story. As I said before I'm sorry this is taking so long, but this semester is rough. I appreciate all your support and owe a huge portion of this story to your encouragements. Thank you, my friend.