Lost Memories/ Amnesia Girl Chapter 26
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"Hey, Amnesia Girl!" a soldier called out. Amarante stopped and looked over at the group of soldiers. She was so confused why they would say something like that. Instead of cocking her head to the side like normal she merely scratched the back of it.
"Excuse me?" Amarante asked. She had been hobbling around the base bored because she was still injured. Pompom had become her constant companion which Amarante enjoyed. She looked down at her to see her looking back up at her master. Trying to ignore it Amarante continued hobbling along.
"Amnesia. Let's go on a date!" the soldier called out. She grimaced, that kid was ugly, and he enjoyed playing tricks on other soldiers. He didn't even care if he was disciplined for it.
"No thank you," Amarante replied continuing on her stroll. Yet the name puzzled her…was her real name Amnesia? Everyone called her Amnesia Girl and only Athrun, Nicol, Dearka and Yzak called her Amarante. So her name must have been Amnesia! Oh those boys were going to get it for calling her not by her own name! Maybe everything was a lie…Nicol must have never really loved her. She was so furious at that moment that she didn't notice her boyfriend approaching her.
"Amarante, hey!" Nicol cried out. He had been looking for her all day and was happy to see her. Amarante brushed by him continuing on her path. Nicol followed her with his eyes. He was so puzzled. Had he done something wrong? Nicol came up behind her brushing the hair behind her ear. The hair flickered in a way that he always enjoyed. He loved her and was surprised that she turned around and slapped him.
"Don't call me that! My name is Amnesia!" Amarante declared.
"Amarante," Nicol mumbled. He touched his stinging cheek and Nicol shook his head unable to believe what she did. What did those boys twist her into believing? Nicol would scold them later with the help of Athrun and the others.
"I said don't call me that!" Amarante snapped. He was in complete disbelief, how could Amarante slap him and be so angry. Did she find something out about him that was unappealing?
"Amarante, do you know what amnesia means?" Nicol asked taking her hand and pulling her along. She struggled along as his hand then move to her wrist to get better control of the girl.
"LET GO!" Amarante cried out. Her name was Amnesia not Amarante! He took her to a library and took out a dictionary and searched the word "amnesia." He hushed her quietly as she continued to grumble and try to get away from him.
"Amnesia: loss of memory sometimes including the memory of personal identity due to brain injury, shock, fatigue, repression, or illness," Nicol read to her. Amarante was shocked at this. Amnesia? She had this so called thing? Cocking her head she let out a frustrated sigh before looking into Nicol's eyes. Like normal they were so innocent and sincere, so that meant that Nicol was probably telling the truth.
"Amnesia," Amarante mumbled. Why was all of this so confusing and did all of this happen? What really had happened during that car accident? He placed the book back into the shelf letting out a sigh.
"I wasn't supposed to tell you…But I knew that the name calling could come to this. Amarante, you have lost your memories…Mostly all of them. I told someone that if I did tell you this, I wouldn't tell anymore," Nicol said taking her hands.
"So my name IS Amarante?" Amarante asked. She was so confused and this was giving her a huge headache. Lately Amarante received so many headaches due to new information being sucked into her head and also of the injuries she had sustained.
"Yes," Nicol replied in a soothing voice. The green hair boy always had to be calm with her and sometimes it was hard. It was frustrating trying to deal with someone who couldn't remember a thing. He ALSO hated having to act like she was a young 5 year old girl. Sometimes she was so child-like, but Nicol liked the person underneath the child-like banter.
"Hm…the more days that go by the more confused I am," Amarante said placing her hand on her head. Nicol looked at her with a smile before getting an idea. He wanted to save her from it all but there was no place for him to take her.
"Come on…I'll go get you some ice-cream," Nicol soothed. She still loved Nicol but was there someone else? Had she ever loved someone else? She began to question everything. Amarante groaned as Nicol took her out of the library.
"I hope it's good," Amarante mumbled. It felt as if her brain was swirling around inside her skull. It was hard for her to except all of this at the same time. People were telling her several things every day or creating myths for her to think about over and over again over the day.
"It will be. I still love you okay," Nicol whispered to her. He led her out into the sunshine before feeling her hesitate. He released her hand turning around to see her tearful face. She felt as if she was cheating on someone, but where and who was he?
"Did I ever love someone else?" Amarante asked. She was almost positive that she had broken someone's heart. How could she do such a thing? Why would she do this? And who was she anyways?
"Yes," Nicol began licking his lips quietly, "he was sent into space and he decided to break up with you while you were unconscious." Amarante looked down sadly as Nicol only looked at her concerned. He didn't want to tell her but he wanted to be honest with her. Amarante sniffed, she rubbed her eyes trying not to cry. Everything was going crazy for her and she was tired of it. Everything was spilling out of him and Nicol had to stop telling her the truth. He felt the need to protect her from the horrible truths of war.
"I want to go home," Amarante mumbled. She didn't want to do this anymore. Living life this way was horrible, she wanted to know the truth about all of this but how come no one was telling her. Even Nicol was keeping secrets from her and he only told her things when she asked.
"Maybe I can get some time off," Nicol said placing a hand through her hair before something dawned on him, "Do you still love me?" If she still loved Kirkwood then he really had to know. He continued to play in her hair liking the unique shimmer and the soft feeling of it. This gently toying also kept him from thinking about Kirkwood.
"Of course I do!" Amarante replied. "I will always love you." Amarante gave him a reassuring smile causing him to relax slightly. She really loved the boy and she was glad that he loved her in return. Her stomach growled quietly causing Amarante to blush softly.
She wanted to hide the sound by covering her stomach that that didn't work. Nicol gave in to a small chuckle placing a hand on her lower back ushering her forward.
"Do you still want some ice-cream?" Nicol asked. She nodded as she followed him. Nicol then wrapped that arm around Amarante's waist trying to cheer her up. For the last couple of days, Amarante had been so upset…and he couldn't possibly tell her that the Zala team would be moving out next Thursday.
"Do you love me?" Amarante asked.
"I really do love you. You're the first girl I've ever had a relationship with," Nicol replied. Nicol walked in front of her leading her on. For now…even if she didn't know who she was, Amarante was content with loving Nicol. With a smile Amarante jumped on Nicol's back wrapping her arms around Nicol's neck. Nicol let out a yelp as he stumbled forward causing Amarante to giggle. Luckily he didn't fall, but Amarante continued to giggle she loved the feeling Pompom barked loving wagging her tail enthusiastically. She then jumped off giving him a devilish smile.
"Amarante, come here you," Nicol chuckled. He turned her around tickling her stomach and sides. She laughed and tried to escape but she also enjoyed the contact.
"Stop!" Amarante cheered. Nicol stopped taking her hand and leading her to the several little shops. There were a few soldiers outside nearby who watched them briefly before returning to what they were doing.
"Come on," Nicol said nuzzling her. Before he could lead her away Amarante gave him a gentle peck on the lips. She really did love Nicol…even if she couldn't remember this other guy. Nicol blushed softly babbling incoherent words.
"I like you too Nicol," Amarante giggled. She had to continue to look forward. Looking back would only bring her down. Nicol took her hand swinging it gently. She had him in the palm of her hand. Almost the whole base didn't know they were in love, which was a good thing in some cases. Nicol took her into a little commissary allowing her to buy whatever she wanted. She picked out an ice-cream sandwich and he a popsicle.
"Alright, I'll go pay for this," Nicol said with a smile. Amarante frowned, she could pay for it. Nicol gently patted her cheek giving her a small smile.
"I can pay for it," Amarante whined. Well she was right but he wanted to be a kind gentlemanly boyfriend. She was independent, she could take care of herself and pay for her own food.
"Please, let me treat you," Nicol replied. Amarante shook her head trying to figure out everything. She followed him down the aisle to the cashier. They waited in line until it was their turn. Amarante looked around them seeing several unfamiliar and familiar objects.
"Why?" Amarante asked. Nicol perked up at her question. What did she mean why? This had to have been one of her child-like moments.
"Because, it's as simple as loving you," Nicol replied. Amarante blushed, as Nicol and Amarante finally made it to the front. The woman behind the counter, had blonde hair and had pink lipstick on her lips. Through gossip the lady already knew who Amarante was. She had become a small celebrity within Z.A.F.T. since she survived an attack by the Strike.
"Who's your pretty friend?" the lady asked. Amarante blushed even more, becoming even more bashful. She hated blushing so much and especially at strangers. Nicol just smiled at his bashful friend before getting out his wallet.
"She's my girlfriend," Nicol said lovingly. It caused him to stop suddenly…he had never openly admitted it to anyone else besides Athrun. He paid the woman before leaving with the ice-cream and Amarante.
"Nicol," Amarante piped up. He didn't seem to happy when they left heck, it seemed like something was on his mind the whole time. Why was he so distracted today?
"Huh?" Nicol said seeing her looking up at him. He had been zoning out for a few minutes. What was wrong with him?
"Are you okay?" Amarante asked placing a hand on his cheek. He was shocked by her touch. Nicol felt some comfort from her hand but he really didn't want to tell her anything. Sometimes he wished that he didn't fall in love with her so he wouldn't have to leave her.
"Yeah, do you want to sit down here?" Nicol asked. She nodded and slid down on to the seat. She yawned tiredly as Nicol gave her the ice cream sandwich she wanted.
"So what attracted you to me?" Amarante asked nibbling at the ice cream sandwich. Nicol blushed, he didn't want to tell her, afraid that she would think less of him.
"Um…Honestly, your face, your very cute face…and then when I got to know you…Your personality," Nicol replied. Amarante nodded as Nicol looked away to hide his blush. Amarante smiled softly before showing her true feelings with Nicol.
"Unlike everyone else, you were very nice to me…and you liked me no matter what I looked like and no matter how I acted. Also a lot of guys just like me for my butt…or my breasts," Amarante admitted. Nicol smiled placing an ice cream spot on her nose. She squealed slightly before wiping it off with her hand. She was going to do it back to him but his serious face made her stop.
"Amarante…I have to tell you something…" Nicol began. He really didn't want to tell Amarante that he was leaving. Out of this whole war this was bliss to be there with her.
"What Nicol?" Amarante asked, she looked at him so innocently Nicol began to develop a lump in his throat. He hated seeing the innocence in her face. Why couldn't this be easier? Nicol thought looking up at the sky before taking her hands and turning towards her.
"I…I…" Nicol stammered. She looked so innocent and beautiful. It was hard for him to talk, he wanted to tell her but he didn't know how she would react. Sadly he went through her hair before placing a hand on her cheek. Amarante cocked her head placing a hand on his. Damn it! Why does she have to look so cute like this? Nicol thought looking into her face.
"What is it Nicol?" Amarante asked in her angelic voice that Nicol couldn't say no to. Nicol's face went pale as he opened his mouth to share his bad news with her. He didn't want to tell her a thing but how could Nicol tell her no.
"The Zala team is moving out next Thursday," Nicol said weakly. Amarante was shocked at his words. That was seven days from now! She looked down trying to connect the dots. She knew this utopia would come eventually…that's why Athrun made Pompom. Nicol frowned also looking down with Amarante. She sighed knowing that she had information to share with him as well.
"I have something to tell you too Nicol…" Amarante sighed. In a few weeks, Amarante wasn't sure when, she would be sent to the PLANTs for mental testing. They wanted to see what she remembered and didn't remember. They also wanted to see her reaction to words and people that she had knew before. They were especially interested in her over reaction to the name The Strike.
"What?" Nicol asked shamefully. He didn't like her sad voice as well.
"First don't be so shameful! I'm being sent to the PLANTs for mental testing," Amarante replied. In so many ways Amarante was stronger than him. She loved him greatly but she didn't want him to feel bad.
"What? You're not mentally unstable!" Nicol said alarmed that anyone would think that. He stood up quickly making Amarante grab his hands. She rubbed them gently trying to calm the alarmed Nicol.
"They want to see why I only remember DaCosta, being a soldier and the car accident," Amarante replied. Nicol really hated lying to her. He helped her up, confused Amarante just followed after him lovingly. He was going to show her the BuCUE that she piloted. Nicol didn't want to lie to her anymore. He wanted her to know the truth, even if the truth could possibly hurt her. That lump in her throat wouldn't go away and the only way it would go away is if he told her the truth.
"I'm going to take you somewhere," Nicol mumbled. Amarante had to listen closely to hear what was going on. Amarante would do anything for him. Lovingly she took his hand following after Nicol. She rested her head against his arm causing to strink slightly.
"Where to?" Amarante asked. She trusted Nicol, but something didn't look right. Now he seemed like the sad one. She tried to cheer him up with a kiss to the cheek but that didn't even work.
"I'm going to take you to a place where you could have a possible breakdown like you did three days ago," Nicol replied with a solemn smile. Amarante just cocked her head confused before nodding in agreement. What does Nicol mean by that? What is he talking about? Why am I always confused? Amarante thought with a groan.
"Why?" Amarante asked. Nicol sighed wishing that this could have been easier. All of this could have been easier if they had just told her the truth from the beginning.
"Because you should know the truth," Nicol replied kissing her forehead. The kiss seemed bitter-sweet and more to cheer him up than her. Amarante looked into his face only to see that he was looking away from her.
"The truth?" Amarante asked as Nicol took her hand and led her away. Amarante just followed along behind him but her head was spinning.
"The truth about your injuries," Nicol replied. The truth? What did Nicol mean by that?
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