Lies Bring Us Closer
Chapter 10: Immersed
"So, Kairi, these past months you've been pretty happy," Selphie chirped. The two women were on their lunch break and Selphie insisted they go eat together. Selphie took Kairi to The Seashell, and insisted on knowing the reason for Kairi's sudden change of attitude. Kairi still hadn't told anyone she was dating Roxas. No one had really asked her about it.
Kairi smiled and shrugged. "I met someone a while ago. I moved in with him and now we're dating," Kairi nonchalantly explained. The look on Selphie's face was priceless. Kairi swore she never saw a mouth that could open wider than Selphie's. It was like a hole in the middle of her face. Her green eyes were practically falling out of her head. She stifled a laugh, "What?"
"Why didn't you tell me sooner?" Selphie burst, "How long?" She leaned across the table and stared Kairi in the eyes.
Kairi blushed and diverted her gaze to the folded napkin on the table. "As of today, it's been six months. It'll be seven soon," Kairi answered cautiously. She knew this information was going to make Selphie explode. And it did. Selphie released such a loud squeal that the restaurant and its inhabitants jumped. "Ssh! You're making a scene!" Kairi begged.
Selphie fell back in her chair. "That's such a long time," she whined tragically, "Isn't that something you tell a friend?"
"I guess. It just never came up," Kairi explained, "I didn't mean to keep a secret."
Selphie sighed loudly. "Fine, fine. I now understand why you hurry home after work. So, does he love you? What's he look like? Is he hot? Have you had sex?" she asked curiously. Selphie always had to know the details about everyone and everything.
Kairi flushed red. Selphie's questions were so embarrassing. "He has really spiky, blonde hair. The cutest cerulean eyes. He's average height, tanned, and pretty built. I'd say he was hot. And no, we have not had sex. I can't believe you asked me that. And yes, he does love me," Kairi answered. Her face was growing redder and redder by the minute.
"Do you love him?" Selphie asked. She was leaning across the table again.
Kairi paused. Though Roxas always confessed his feelings, Kairi had yet to really say anything in return. She always claimed to really, really like him. To be honest, she was kind of afraid to confess her love. She didn't want Roxas to disappear like Sora did. Still, she couldn't deny she had strong feelings for the man. He was what she looked forward to seeing every day. He was who she spent most of her time thinking about. He was her motivation. She cared about him so much. "I-I think I do," Kairi answered almost silently.
"Have you told him yet?" Selphie asked. This time her tone was more concerned. Kairi shook her head. She didn't dare to look the brunette in the eye. "What? Why not? If you don't tell him soon he might get the wrong idea, you know."
"The wrong idea?" Kairi murmured.
"Yeah, he might think you don't feel the same way," Selphie explained. The waiter had just brought their food.
Kairi frowned at her plate. She couldn't have Roxas thinking she didn't care about him. She couldn't bear to lose someone else that was so important to her. She had to tell him how she felt. It was time to overcome her fear. But how?
This was the question she pondered for the rest of the day. She wasn't sure how she should bring up the topic of love. She wanted to boldly confess it rather than waiting for Roxas to say it first. She wanted to show that she meant it. Kairi sighed as she walked into the apartment. "I don't know how to do this," she mumbled quietly. She hung her jacket on the rack and trudged over to the couch. She slumped onto it and rested her head on the arm. "What do I say?" she asked the ceiling. In the midst of her pondering, her eyes slowly drooped closed and she fell asleep.
"Kairi, now our destinies are intertwined forever," Sora whispered. The two teens were inside the Secret Place. Sora was on his knees staring at the carving he had just etched into the rock. It held importance for him. He ran his hand over the poorly sketched image of Kairi's face.
Kairi smiled and did the same for her image of Sora's face. She stared at the hands with the paopu fruits. "Are they really intertwined?" Kairi asked curiously. For some reason, she didn't feel so sure.
Sora grinned. "Of course they are, Kai. We'll always be together, I promise," he vowed.
"That makes me happy, Sora," Kairi whispered. She turned her head to look at him. She admired his spiky, brown locks, his tanned skin, and her favorite part, his beautiful blue eyes. "I want to be with you forever," she confessed.
Sora's cheeks tinted pink. "Gosh, Kairi," he mumbled, "You sure know how to embarrass a guy."
Kairi quickly blushed and turned away. "I-I'm sorry!" she stammered nervously.
"Hey, Kairi, are you all right?"
She stirred and groaned. Kairi opened her eyes to see Roxas hovering over her. She could see the worried look in his eyes. She smiled and greeted him. "Hey," she answered quietly.
"Did something happen?" Roxas asked.
She shook her head. She enjoyed the sensual sound of his smooth voice. It was naturally comforting. "I was just thinking about something and ended up falling asleep," Kairi confessed.
"What were you thinking about so hard?" Roxas teased. He smiled slightly.
Kairi felt her heart race. This was her moment. "I was thinking of a way to tell you something important," she replied as she sat up on the couch. She straightened her clothes and ran her fingers through her thick, red hair.
Roxas sat down next to her. "Did you think of anything?" he asked curiously. She could tell he wanted to know what she needed to tell him. He almost looked nervous. She took comfort in this; she didn't like to be the only one nervous.
"Not really, but I think I have an idea," she continued. Kairi gingerly took Roxas's hands in her own and gave him a warm smile. "Roxas, I love you," she quickly confessed. He couldn't hide the wide grin that spread across his face. It encouraged her. "I really, really love you," she added as a blush spread across her face. She felt so wonderfully vulnerable to him.
"That's the first time you've told me that," Roxas awed. The joy was visible on his face. He looked like he was on cloud nine. Kairi couldn't stop smiling; she was so happy she told him. "I love you too, Kairi. My love for you grows stronger with every passing day," Roxas proclaimed sensually.
"Come ere'," Kairi demanded playfully. She seized his shoulders and pulled him into a deep kiss. She felt as if she was glowing. Her heart was beating so quickly and she could barely breathe, but she felt perfect. Everything was right in her world. She could finally be with someone who cared for her just as much as she cared for him. She felt his arms wrap around her and pull her closer. She didn't refuse him. She wanted to be with him.
Roxas lowered her back onto the couch as they continued their passionate displays of affection. Kairi couldn't help but smile with every kiss and tender touch. She loved the way Roxa's hands could easily glide over her skin. She also loved the way his lips felt against hers. Their bodies seemed to mesh perfectly within her shining mind. She giggled as his lips began to trail down her creamy skin. A short moan escaped as he moved in to suck and kiss the nape of her neck. She felt something electrify within her as he timidly began to move farther down her chest.
A part of her was scared, but another part was excited and thrilled. She loved feeling loved in return. She didn't have to doubt herself any longer. She was ready to give her heart to another man. She trusted him completely.
She felt his hand graze her cheek. Kairi's eyes flashed open and instantly met with Roxas's blues. The loving gaze in his eyes made her heart flutter. "Roxas," she whispered. It was mixed with surprise and love.
He smiled at her. "Kairi, I love you. I care about you so much and I only want what's best for you," he vowed. A blush reddened across her face. She didn't know why, but she suddenly felt extremely nervous. "Would you please be with me forever? I won't hurt you like Sora did. I'll take care of you and I'll love you," Roxas begged, "Please? I can't live without you."
"Oh, Roxas!" Kairi exclaimed. She quickly wrapped her slender arms around him and pushed her body as close as she could get it. "I'll stay with you forever," she vowed loudly.
He kissed her cheeks. "Promise? No matter what happens?" Roxas asked.
She paused. "As long as you do," she whispered quietly. She allowed him to move away as she stared into his honest eyes. She needed to know he would be there for her. She needed to have some sort of confirmation. Anything would do.
Roxas sat up and reached into his back pocket. "I promise. I won't ever leave your side no matter where we go. Take this as a symbol of our love and our promise," Roxas declared. He held out a golden ring to her. It was decorated with a red and pink flower with a tiny diamond in the center. He gently grabbed her left hand and slid it onto her ring finger. It was a perfect fit. She smiled. "I don't want to pressure you into marriage, but I want you to know I'll always be here for you," he added.
"Then let's make this official," Kairi playfully whispered back, "Let's get married."
"Are you sure it isn't too soon for you?" Roxas asked; she could see the concern in his eyes.
She shook her head. "I made a mistake of not taking the chance last time. I won't let myself make the same mistake again, Roxas. I want it to be you that I wake up next to every morning. I want to spend the rest of my life by your side," she explained before she quickly pecked his cheek.
He returned her kiss. "All right. We'll start making arrangements tomorrow," he agreed.
Kairi blushed. She couldn't believe this was happening. She gently caressed his chest as she stared at him. She didn't want to miss a moment. He was the one she was supposed to be with. This was right. She wouldn't have anyone else. "Roxas, will you make me yours?" she bashfully asked. Her cheeks continued to redden at the thought.
She saw the same blush on his face. "Make you m-mine?" he stammered nervously.
"Y-Yes," Kairi whispered breathlessly. She scooted closer to him and draped her body over his. She rested her head next to his and began to breathe into his ear. "I want to be yours," she breathed. He quickly wrapped his arms around her waist and pulled her into the most enticing kiss he'd ever given her. She practically moaned on impact. She was so taken by surprise she couldn't help but gasp at his boldness.
She wrapped her legs around him as he slowly began to lift up from the couch. She secured her arms around his neck so that she wouldn't fall as they continued their deep, but tender kisses. She hardly noticed him carry her into the bedroom and slam the door shut.
A/N: Hey guys. I know this ended kind of, well, evilly. So, I'm giving you a chance to give me some feedback here. If you would like, I will write out their little, intimate scene. If not, I'll continue as I planned. It's up to you! Though, if I do write a lemon, persay. It'll be in a one-shot. So tell me what you want, what you really really want! Lol.