Moral Compass

by Pixel Petal

The battle between light and dark is a constant one, balance tipping in favor of one or the other since time began. It is easy to commit to physical combat, but the worst of struggles are those from within. Feelings can change in the blink of an eye. {Multiple perspectives}{Reader-Insert}{Ventus/Reader, hints of Reader/Vanitas here and there}

17. Acceptance

"There you are."

Ventus snapped from his thoughts to find {e/c} eyes on him.

"Aqua demanded that I make sure you stay safe."

"I'm not going home." He turned to {Name}, a serious expression on his face. "I want to start over."

"Hm?"

"Whatever I did before isn't a part of me now. I want this to be a second chance."

Those same eyes flicked off to the side, swimming with some sort of inner conflict.

Anxiety clenched his heart.

Finally, she met his gaze, mimicking his serious expression. "I'll trust you, Ventus."