A/N:: I'm so sorry this has took so long to get updated, i have been so busy with classes and personal family matters, but alas! I have saw how i want this
story to go, and now that i have my flow back, i've got plans for this story! Big plans! So thank you to all those still reading, i promise i haven't
forgot about this story, instead i've been thinking TOO much about it. I had writers block for a bit and lost track of where i wanted to go
with it, but then i found my notes i wrote when i first started and now i'm back on track! 3
Chapter Six:: Stand In The Rain
She never slows down
she doesn't know why but
she knows she's all alone
it feels like it's all coming down
..pat. "Ugh," I moaned as I slowly turned over onto my right side. My body ached and the softness of the white bed I laid in wasn't really helping. With every movement I felt pain inching over me. Crack. The room lit up for a split second as the thunder crashed outside. I was used to storms, The World That Never Was always had rain, keeping the world in darkness; which made the Organization's castle even more obvious to spot with it's almost glowing white walls. As I laid on my side, I gazed out the window watching the storm. Sleep was becoming harder and harder for me, as were my missions. Everyday I woke up and did missions, and every night my body fought sleep—I think the system is rigged.
As I laid and gazed out the window, I could feel my side burning. All the missions were physically catching up with me. Sighing, I slowly sat up and took a few deep breaths. I slowly swung my legs over the edge of the bed as I slowly stood up and stretched. As I stretched, I could feel my muscles pull and burn. As I slowly let my arms fall back down to my side, I walked over and threw on some clothes and my Organization Cloak. I sighed quietly as I opened a dark cloud to sneak out for awhile.
She won't make a sound
alone in this fight with herself
and the fears whispering if she stands
she'll fall down
As I walked out of the dark cloud, I paused as I took in a different scene than I was used to. "A beach..." I said aloud as I looked around. Instead of the streets of Twilight Town and the beautiful orange sunset, I was standing on a sandy shoreline, with a bright blue sky above me. I took a deep breath, breathing in the salty air. Although it wasn't where I wanted to go, and it was a place I'd never seen before, I didn't mind. It felt strangely comforting and familiar. AS I looked out at the crystal blue waters, it was like I had been here before. As I turned around, I took in the sights of the palm trees, abandoned wooden boat, and tree-house beside a waterfall. It was like paradise.
I was alone on a paradise island, for once, I decided to enjoy myself. I took off my cloak and clunky black boots and sat them in the shade below a palm tree, hoping the sun wouldn't make the black leather too hot. I then rolled up my pant legs and smiled. I had forgot what it felt like to be exposed the sunlight. I looked down at how pale my arms were against my white tank top. I smiled as I slowly walked over to the edge of the shore and let the cold water crash against my bare skin.
Which would you rather suffer the loss of,
Some make believe friendship, or a real one?
"Feels good doesn't it?" a voice asked, as I prepared to draw my Keyblade out. I turned, and standing a few feet behind me was a silver haired boy. He was wearing long blue pants and a silver and yellow vest. He had his shoes in hands, and his aqua eyes were focused on me. "It does, it's refreshing," I said, smiling. "I've not seen you here before," the boy said, as I shrugged. "I'm just visiting," I said, as the boy nodded. "I'm Xion," I said, as the boy smiled. "I'm Riku, mind if I join you?" he said, as he motioned toward the water. "Oh, um, not at all," I replied, as I turned my attention back to the cold water. I could see his shadow get closer and before long, his feet were beside mine in the water. "This is an amazing place to just escape to," Riku said, as I smiled. "It really is," I said, as I kicked the water. "How about a race?" Riku asked, as I smiled widely. "I won't lose!" I said, as we both took off running along the shoreline.
I felt rebellious, if Saïx, or any of the other members of the Organization saw me talking to someone outside the group, they'd end me. "See, but don't be seen," they'd told me. I knew the rules, I knew the consequences, but there was something about Riku. He seemed different than most the people we saw in other worlds, he seemed as lost as we were. I wasn't trying to make or cause anymore trouble, but I didn't want to leave. As we reached the small island that was connected to the main one, we stopped and caught our breath. "That was fun," I said, as Riku smiled. "You're fast," he said, as I smiled. "So you come here often?" I asked, as Riku nodded. "As often as I can, lately it's been less than i'd like it to be," he replied, as I nodded. I looked up at the bright sky, and watched as a cloud went by. As much I didn't want to I let out a sigh. "I've got to go, I have to...go to work," I said, as Riku nodded. "I'll see you again?" he asked, as I nodded. "I'll come back here, I promise," I said, as I took off running. I didn't want Riku to see my cloak, so I grabbed my things and went behind a bush. I then opened the dark cloud, and headed back to my room in The World That Never Was.
Take me by the hand
take me somewhere new
I don't know who you are
but I'm with you
.pat. I listened to the rain tapping against the window as I laid, sprawled out, across my bed. I took a deep breath, already missing the sweet salty air of Destiny Islands. I slowly rolled over on my side, lifting my hand up to my face to brush a lock of my hair out of my eyes. The room felt cold, then again, anything would feel cold after leaving the sunny sky of the islands. As I laid on my side, listening to the rain, I could feel myself letting out a sigh. I knew I had to get up, to go do my missions, but for once, I just wanted to relax. Sadly, I knew that wasn't an option. I slowly lifted myself up and took a deep breath before I headed out the door, and into the gray area.
I wanna runaway
Never say goodbye
I wanna know the truth
instead of wondering why
I wanna know the answers
no more lies
.thud. My boots thudded softly on the white floor as I walked through the castle to the gray room. As I entered the room, I noticed Roxas smiling at me. "Mission time?" Roxas asked, as I nodded, smiling. "We working together?" I asked, as he nodded. "We're off to Agrabah," he said, as I sighed. "Of course we are," I said, sighing. "Hey, at least we've already done most the missions required, so it shouldn't be too bad," Roxas said, smiling. "Yeah, here's to hoping," I replied, sighing. "It's the sand isn't it?" Roxas said, laughing as I cracked a smile. "Of course it is!" I said, as I opened a dark cloud. "Let's go do our 'check-up-mission' and go get some ice cream," I said, as we walked through the dark cloud and back out into Agrabah.