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A/N: Well, this is a Sora Centric drabble, it might be a little rough around the edges, but I hope it's still okay, let me know by reviewing, alright?

I Can't Help but Wonder "Why"?

(Centric: Sora)

Why was I chosen by the Keyblade? It's a question that has been on my mind every now and then, but I don't really worry about it too much. All I know is that this weapon has allowed me to travel to worlds great and small, cool and scary, dangerous and friendly. It has also allowed me to meet many friends, and has helped me to defeat those who are evil. I remember when I first held the Keyblade, back when my island was attacked, so long ago…it felt like it was meant for me…like it had been waiting for someone like me to come along…but why? What was so special about me? You know, I could feel something…almost like emotions coming from the Keyblade…warmth, righteous furry, and courage…it was odd, and often times in my battles against the Heartless, Nobodies, Organization XIII, those emotions flooded my mind, giving me focus. Let's just say, it was definitely a different feeling from that wooden sword I used to spar against Riku or my other island friends with.

Why did I become a Keyblade Master? There are probably a few explanations as to why, but one thing comes to mind: my friends, Riku and Kairi. They were the driving force that gave me the will to progress, even when everything seemed its darkest. My desire to see them…that's all I ever thought about. To see Kairi's smiling face…to tag team with Riku against Tidus and Wakka…those memories pushed me onwards. Donald, Goofy and I faced many foes on this quest, but we finally accomplished our goal…well…partially. We had rescued Kairi and I was relieved….but Riku was still left to wander in the torment of darkness, I left to save him, but before I went, Kairi gave me her lucky charm made of beautiful shells and made me promise to give it back after I returned. Well, when we defeated the king of the Heartless, Ansem, I saw her again, on our island…but I had just sealed Riku and the King away in the Darkness. I was torn so badly, part of me wanted to keep my promise I had made to Riku to take care of Kairi. Trust me, I would have loved to have done nothing more…she was the brightest light in my life, so bright she had called me back from the cold, lonely shadows…but my conscience told me it wasn't right…I couldn't leave my friend drifting in the shadows, so I left her another promise that I'd come back, this time with Riku. I guess I never was too good with promises…he-he.

Well, what happened after I left her is a little fuzzy…I remember a castle, but that's about it. Kairi told me that Naminé had wiped away my memories of that awful place. It was probably for the better, so I didn't mind. I remember waking up, feeling very tired…but sad too…like I had realized that I couldn't help anyone anymore. Thus my new adventure began, with some new duds and cool abilities, I was on my way. Kairi, as I discovered, had been kidnapped (again) and as a result I had faced several different cooks in black jackets known as Organization XIII, a group of elite Nobodies who controlled different elements and where excellent fighters. Through teamwork with my friends, they all fell, one by one until finally, we made it to their stronghold, the World that Never Was. It was then that I had an encounter with my other self, Roxas…well, he didn't make a good first impression, but we have made amends with one another and now are very good friends. I then found Kairi…I was so happy to see her, I really missed her. I was definitely glad she was safe and sound. Riku was then revealed, although to my surprise, he wasn't himself…but the last guy I thought I'd ever see, Ansem…or better put, Xehanort's Heartless. This problem was solved as he regained his true form after an explosion that contained the power of the Heart. We lost a great man, Ansem the Wise, in the process. This only powered our resolve though as we stared darkness in the face, the Organization's leader and mastermind, Xemnas, the most powerful Nobody of them all.

Riku and I worked together and dove into Kingdom Hearts to end this once and for all. In a final effort, Xehanort let loose everything he had in an incredible display of weapons mastery, creating countless copies of his weapons, Aerial Blades, and launching them at us. We survived, but were severely winded by our defensive effort. Capitalizing on our momentary weakness, Xemnas closed in on me, only to be thwarted by Riku, who he delivered a bone-shattering blow to his ribs. As my friend fell, he lent me his own Keyblade, the Way to the Dawn, and I unleashed every ounce of strength I had left on the Nobody…we then finished him with the power of the Keyblades. We then made our way out of the endless void and arrived in one of the most dismal places I had ever seen…the Realm of Darkness. As we sat there, on that melancholic beach, Riku and I renewed our friendship and agreed that perhaps we should be here, guardians in the shadows, content with the knowledge of our friends being safe at last…no more darkness, no more Heartless, no more Nobodies…peace, at least for now.

By chance a message in a bottle washed ashore, Riku opened it and began to read…it didn't take him long before he turned to me, "I think it's for you." I grabbed it and began to read it myself…I knew of only one person who had such beautiful writing…Kairi…but how? I read on…

Thinking of you, wherever you are.

We pray for our sorrows to end,

And hope that our hearts will blend.

Now I will step forward to realize this wish

And who knows:

starting a new journey might not be so hard

or maybe it has already begun.

There are many worlds

but they share the same sky-

one sky, one destiny.

-Kairi-

As I read these words, I felt as though she were standing next to me…I felt happiness, love, sadness, and pain all at once…as long as I live, I'll never forget those words. My eyes were drawn away by a light, it looked like a door opening…it was so warm. Riku and I immediately knew what it was and went through it. The last thing I knew…I was falling. I landed in an ocean (thank goodness), and I heard the voice of the only girl for me shouting my name…Kairi. We were home, finally home. I swam faster than I had ever done before and was greeted by Donald and Goofy, who were overjoyed at seeing me…I was glad to see them too, but I wanted to see Kairi more…I still had my promise to keep. I finally handed her that charm that had been such a spirit lifter to me, always reminding me of her as I faced perils and torments beyond what anyone my age could bear. I had kept my promise…and now I know why the Keyblade had chosen me. It wasn't because I was special, but to help me keep that promise with Kairi that I was destined to make. To be honest, I'm happy that it chose me, I count it an honor to be it's Master…it has changed my life so much, and I wouldn't change a thing.

A/N: Well, did I do okay? Let me know by reviewing, please?