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Coping With Love

Chapter 3: A Carnival

By FlyPinAyS

It was finally the day of the carnival, Yuna thought as she placed her clothes in her suitcases. They weren't going to be leaving for a few hours, so she was going to move her things to Shuyin's room.

During the days after Tidus apologized, the three housemates pondered the thought of getting rid of Jecht's things. That way, Shuyin would take Jecht's old room (the master bed room), Yuna would take Shuyin's old room, and Tidus would be able to keep his room. Tidus was excited to finally sleep on a bed, instead of a couch.

She closed the suitcase latch when all her clothes were in the bag. She dragged them out of the room with great difficulty.

"Ughh… they're so heavy," She sighed as she continued dragging them to her new room. The two rooms were probably a few feet away, but the suitcases were really heavy. After all, it had all her things!

She heaved and pushed, but it took all her energy. She sat on her suitcases and sighed. Yuna looked up and saw Tidus standing by the door taking a bite out of an apple.

"Have you just been watching me?" She asked.

"Pretty much." He said while chewing.

Yuna wiped of the bits of apple from her cheek that he accidentally spat on her face. She stood up and walked to him.

"It wouldn't hurt you to talk after chewing. Don't talk while your mouth is full." She said as she closed Tidus's open mouth.

"Well how do you expect me to talk then?" He answered.

"You don't Tidus. That's the point! Instead of talking why don't you help me bring my bags to my new room!" She said as she pointed her finger to her door.

"Yeah whatever, stop nagging." He said calmly. He walked to her bags and looked around.

"What now?" Yuna asked.

"If I carry your bags for you, where will I put my apple?" He exclaimed as he scratched the back of his head.

"Are you seriously asking me that question?" She said with annoyance. Yuna opened her mouth to say another word. However, with one swipe of his hand, Tidus stuck his apple in her mouth.

"Yeah. I found somewhere to put my apple." He said as he smirked, "That'll keep you quiet." He grinned as he pinched her nose.

Yuna glared at him as he carried her bags for her with ease. She took the apple out of her mouth and walked to her room. Tidus was sitting on her bed, with his hand outstretched.

"My apple please." He said seriously.

Yuna looked at the apple in her hand then ran to Tidus and jumped on him.

"You want your apple, then here it is!" She said angrily. She wiped the apple on his face, making his entire face all sticky.

Tidus grabbed her wrists, and hit his forehead against hers.

"That wasn't funny," He said as he rolled on top of her.

"It was to me." She said as she smiled at his sticky face. He stuck his cheek to hers and smirked.

"Now you're sticky too." He exclaimed, as he looked straight into her eyes. Yuna looked at him and locked eyes with his. They stayed the way they were in complete silence.

"Ahem…" Shuyin coughed as he watched the two of them, "I think its time I helped Yuna unpack her things." Tidus scrambled off the bed and placed his hand in his pant pockets.

"I… I have to go wash my face," He said solemnly. Yuna sat up and unzipped her suitcases. Shuyin walked to her and helped her unpack all her things. When they were done, Shuyin found one last thing in her suitcase. He grabbed it and held it up for her.

"Why do you have an old torn teddy bear?" He asked. The teddy bear had dark brown fur, with a missing eye, and a ripping ear.

"Oh that," Yuna whispered, "My mom made it for me when I was little."

"Oh I see." He answered, "Why do you still keep it if it's already broken?"

"My Mom died when I was six. I only have this as a memory of her now. I want to keep it forever." She said as she forced a smile.

"Oh okay. If I get you another bear will you keep it forever too? It can accompany this bear." Shuyin said as he handed it to her.

Yuna smiled and laughed. "If you give me a bear, it'll be very special to me too."

"Then it's settled. I promise that I'll get you one." Shuyin said as he clapped his hands, "Get ready soon Yuna. It's almost two o'clock. We'll be leaving for the carnival soon." Yuna nodded her head and closed the door after Shuyin walked out. She changed clothes then headed to the garage where the two guys were waiting for her.

"You sit in the back Yuna." Tidus said as he slipped into the passenger seat. Shuyin shook his head and opened the door for her. "Tidus has no manners." Shuyin whispered.

Yuna thanked him and climbed into the car. The carnival was an hour away, so she was ready to take a nap. As Shuyin drove out of the driveway, Yuna yawned and closed her eyes.

Tidus POV

When they finally reached the carnival, Tidus looked behind him and saw Yuna sleeping. He stared at her and smiled.

"Wake her up Tidus." Shuyin said as he parked the car and got out to buy the tickets. Tidus walked out of the car and opened the door to the back. He put his hands on her shoulders and moved his head towards hers.

"Wake up Yuna," Tidus whispered into her ear.

"Huh? Tidus?" She whispered as she slightly opened her eyes. Tidus rolled his eyes when she went back to sleep.

"YUNA WAKE UP!" He yelled in her ear as he quickly shook her.

Yuna heatedly woke up.

"Geez, what was that for? I was just…. I was just slowly opening my eyes." She said as she crossed her arms angrily.

"Yeah you were so awake." Tidus exclaimed, as he crossed his arms to mock her.

"Gosh. Why couldn't you wake me up nicely, instead of shaking me to death!" She said crossly.

"Don't worry I promise I'll be nice next time." Tidus answered as he moved Yuna's stray hair to the back of her ear. He got up and kept the door open for Yuna.

"I shall keep the door open for the lady," He said as he rolled his eyes, when Shuyin walked by happily holding the tickets. He really planned to close the door in her face.

Yuna POV

Yuna sat in the car confused as she watched Shuyin pat Tidus on the back for being such a gentleman.

It's like he shows me two completely different sides of his personality. He's mean one time, then another time he's so sweet.

"I'm so confused," She whispered to herself, "Tidus is the most confusing guy I've ever known in my life!"

She got out of the car and joined the two guys as they all entered the carnival.

As soon as they entered, noises of people laughing and screaming could be heard. You could see all the rides, and the Ferris wheel towering above them all. There were booths on either side of her.

Shuyin and Tidus stood next to her. Yuna brightened, when she saw a booth that sold funnel cakes.

"Oh we have to go there." She exclaimed excitedly. She grabbed their hands and ran to the funnel cake booth where their fun began.

She gorged the delicious funnel cake with Shuyin. Tidus didn't really seem interested in the carnival anymore. He just stood by them and leaned against a pole.

When the funnel cake was gone, they rode all the rides except for the Ferris wheel. Shuyin brought them to line up for the Ferris wheel but Yuna stopped him.

"Why aren't we going on that ride?" He asked sadly, "We can see Besaid from up there."

"I know it'd be nice to see Besaid during the day, but won't it be better if we see Besaid when all the lights are on during the night?" Yuna said, "It'll be beautiful."

Tidus POV

I'm so bored. I seriously need to go home. Why did I even come in the first place?

Tidus just followed Shuyin and Yuna the entire day. This place was boring to him, and it was not interesting. He stood next to Yuna as Shuyin brought them to line up for the Ferris wheel. But right when they were about to go on, Yuna decided to stay behind. Tidus, who had his hands in his pockets and was staring at the ground, looked up and listened to what Yuna had to say.

"I know it'd be nice to see Besaid during the day, but won't it be better if we see Besaid when all the lights are on during the night?" Yuna said, "It'll be beautiful."

Tidus nodded and smiled his approval.

She really is something special.

He stepped closer to Yuna. "You know what Shuyin, I agree with Yuna." He said.

"You do?" She replied with confusion.

"Yeah I do," Tidus said as he rolled his eyes, "It'll be more beautiful when the carnival has its lights on and it's night time."

"Okay then lets go win stuff at the booths to pass the time." Shuyin answered.

Shuyin locked arms with Yuna and left Tidus behind.

"I guess I'll just follow you guys around now. Like I've been doing the whole entire freaking day!" Tidus yelled angrily. He kicked the dirt and looked up in time to see Yuna smile back at him. He looked back and smiled.

Yuna POV

She played games at most of the booths with Shuyin until they reached the booth with a dunking tank. Shuyin caught sight of his best friends, Lulu and Wakka.

They were both very nice. Lulu was beautiful with her black and mesmerizing eyes. Wakka looked really kind and funny as he ran over to Shuyin and gave him a big hug. He had orange hair, and a contagious smile.

When Shuyin introduced Yuna to them, Wakka nudged Shuyin in the ribs.

"So is she your new girlfriend, kupo." He said as he winked at him.

Shuyin laughed and answered, "No. She's my Dad's friend's daughter. She lives with us now because, well… because her Dad…"

"Died." Yuna answered for him quietly.

"Oh we're sorry," Lulu said kindly as she pulled Wakka's ear, "excuse Wakka, he's so dumb." Yuna smiled at them,

The three of them were so caught up in conversation, since it would be their second year of college. Yuna didn't really know what to say around them, so she left Shuyin to look for Tidus.

It wasn't hard to find him. He was just sitting nearby, since he said he'd just follow. Tidus was on the floor eating a hotdog with relish and ketchup.

"Mmm… that looks good. Can I have a bite?" Yuna asked. As soon as she bent down on her knees, Tidus handed her the half eaten hot dog and wiped his mouth with a napkin.

"Go ahead and finish it. You're probably hungry." He said quietly.

Yuna took a bite, savoring it. She realized that the only thing she ate was the funnel cake and that was a few hours ago.

Boy I am hungry.

She took her thought off of food and turned to Tidus who gave a small laugh.

"Here you have ketchup on your face." He said. Tidus held her chin and wiped the side of her mouth softly with his napkin.

Yuna felt her cheeks go pink from blushing. "Its getting dark Tidus, lets go on the Ferris wheel now." Yuna smiled as she reached for his hand, "Come lets go."

"What about Shuyin?"

"He's with his friends Lulu and Wakka."

"Oh I see. Ok then let's go."

They got on the Ferris wheel and waited to be lifted up.

"You want to know a secret." Yuna said as she breathed long deep breaths.

"What now?" Tidus answered.

"I'm terrified of heights."

"What! We don't have to go on then. Yuna lets get off then. I don't want you to die when we get to the top. Don't you know this thing pauses at the top sometimes!" Tidus yelled in shock as he grabbed her arm and tried getting off. It was too late though. They were already ascending.

"It's fine. I love Ferris wheels," Yuna said as she held on tightly to the railings.

Tidus shook his head with annoyance. "I don't understand Yuna. Do you like Ferris Wheels or dislike them?" he asked sternly.

"I like them." She answered.

"Then why did you say that you were terrified of heights?"

"I am," Yuna smiled, "but I still like it."

Tidus hit his forehead with the palm of his hand, "I still don't understand."

"My Dad used to bring me to the carnival every year when I was smaller. We always saved the Ferris wheel for the last ride. That way, we could see the lights during the night. I went on the Ferris wheel for the first time when I was six years old. I was terrified of heights, but my Dad told me that everything would be fine. During the whole ride, I held his hand tightly and closed my eyes. When we reached the top, he told me to open my eyes and when I did the view was breathtaking. I was so scared of heights, but when I saw the view I knew it was worth it. I always had my Dad there with me to hold my hand while I was scared, even when I was already a teenager." Yuna answered as she looked out into the distance to see the view of Besaid.

Tidus nodded his head and looked at her admiringly. He stared at her hands realizing that she didn't have her Dad to hold it anymore. Yuna's hands were clenched tightly to the end of the seat. Tidus laughed at the sight.

"What's so funny?" She asked angrily, "I told you my story and you laugh at it. That's not very nice. The story I told you was very personal." She looked away and sighed heatedly.

"I'm not laughing at the story, I was just laughing at how you hold on for dear life to the edge of your seat."

Yuna looked at her hands and gave a small grin. Tidus stared at her and shook his head. He grabbed her hands and held tightly to them.

"There's no reason to be scared, just hold my hand. I'll be here for you to hold on to, and I promise not to let go." He said as he looked away.

They looked out into the enchanting view of lights, as they sat there side by side waiting for the ride to end.

Yuna smiled and squeezed his hand tightly.

'Oh why can't he always be like this?' Yuna thought as they finally got off of the Ferris wheel. She waved when she saw Shuyin waiting for them.

"It's time to go home," She whispered as she walked between the two guys arm in arm.

Okay... that was the end of chapter three. Hope you enjoyed. Well, now it's time to start chapter four HAHA.

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