Disclaimer: I don't own Kingdom Hearts, its characters, story or anything like that, nor do I own the song "Please Remember Me" by country star Tim McGraw of which this songfic is based off of...I just really, really like the song :D. Anyway, I digress...

A/N: Well, this is my first shot at a songfic, criticism is definitely welcomed, however no flames please...I am a newb, go easy, lol. I really like this couple and this song, so I hope I did well. Please review and let me know how I did, okay? Oh, I know that at the point of the story Kairi has been kidnapped by Axel, but if you play the game a certain way, Sora might not know at this point, I'm playing this off with that being the case, for smooth story flow, anyway, on with the show:

"Please Remember Me"

Romance (SoraXKairi, Sora Centric)

Sora, Donald, and Goofy, who were currently in Halloween Town, had just beaten doctor Finkelstein's Experiment with the aid of Jack Skellington and saved Christmas from almost certain disaster. Sora just watched as Jack and his girlfriend, Sally danced the night away.

"I haven't given her anything…for Christmas." The brunette sighed as the realization struck him.

"C'mon, Sora…Kairi's not so different from Sally." Donald smiled as he faced his friend.

"How so?" Sora inquired…surely the duck didn't mean in appearance.

"Well, as long as Kairi's got you, what more does she need?" Goofy placed his hand on the boys shoulder.

"You're right…thanks guys." Sora smiled as the three walked back towards their Gummi ship. Sora couldn't get his mind off of Kairi though…it was Christmas, and this was the first time since Kairi had come to the island that he didn't spend it with her and Riku…but he felt especially bad for not spending it with her…she's stuck on their island left to wait for his return while he's off in search of Riku. He looks out into the dark void of space as a small tear rolls down his face…it's killing him deep down…but this is how it has to be.

When all our tears have reached the sea…part of you will live in me, way down deep inside my heart…

He sighs as he tries to sleep, but finds that is a futile effort…his mind continuously going back to the life that he had before he became a hero. His peaceful island, his friends, Riku and Kairi…everything was picture perfect…but no more.

Days keep coming without fail, a new wind is gonna find your sail. That's where your journey starts.

It seemed like it was an eternity ago since this all began…and every day he wasn't home was slowly eating away at him. He looked fine on the outside…but he had a very severe case of homesickness…however his fatigue was beginning to take its tole. The brunette slowly began to grow tired as he continued to stare into space…his mind still played images of his island home, the peaceful song of the ocean waves played in his mind, slowly lulling him further to sleep.

Just like the waves down by the shore, we're gonna keep on coming back for more… 'cause we don't ever wanna stop.

A small, contented smile comes over his face as he imagines Kairi, peacefully putting together her special charm. So peaceful, no signs of worry on her face…that was how he wished it was…but that was the exact opposite for himself…not a day went by when he didn't think about her. She was the main reason why he pushed on though…his promise to her that he'd come back and to find Riku.

Out in this brave new world you seek…oh the valleys and the peaks, and I can see you on the top.

She was so important to him and he knew that Kairi would understand why he missed Christmas…but deep down he still felt awful, so he whispered a small prayerful wish as he continued to drift into his dreams.

Remember me, when you're out walkin'…when snow falls high outside your door. Late at night when you're not sleepin' and moonlight falls across your floor.

Sora sighed as he thought of the possibility that maybe Kairi was heartbroken…and maybe even hated him…and it was all his fault.

When I can't hurt you anymore…

This notion was pushed away though…he hated himself for not being able to be there for her, but he knew that it couldn't have been helped, and knew that Kairi would almost definitely see it the same way…that's just how she was. But as he was about to shut his eyes, he resolutely thought to himself.

"Kairi…I never told you that I loved you before I left…but when I get back, I promise you this:

You'll find better love, strong as it ever was…deep as the river runs, warm as the morning sun. Please remember me…

I'm sorry for being away for so long…just please…wait a little longer…I'll be home soon. Just don't forget me…" Just as he closed his eyes to fall asleep, the young man could almost swear that he felt a warmth in his chest…like Kairi had heard him, and understood. "I guess…our hearts are still one…good night, Kairi, merry Christmas." Sora, with a peaceful mind, drifted off into a quiet, restful sleep, being as he realized that he and Kairi had already exchanged gifts…not something materialistic, but something much, much greater…their hearts.

A/N: Well, how did I do? I know it's probably rough around the edges...but I hope it's okay. Let me know by reviewing, please? Well, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays and hope you all have a safe and enjoyable holiday :-D

KBMP