The End, With You

I never thought I’d actually end up posting anything of my own on here cuz I don’t usually like to share my work… I’m all self-conscious and stuff like that, ya know? But… well, here goes…

I thought I’d start off by telling you wonderful peoples who are still reading a little about why I’m writing this… I got the idea while reading through other people’s stories. They were all good, but missing something. They lacked the fear, Yuna’s fear she must have felt. Her constant worry that Tidus (or whatever you chose to call him… I picked “Zander” -) would disappear again, maybe forever. (Sorry if your story had this element and I missed it. If it did tell me and I’ll R&R. People seem to like those.)

So, anyway, by now you’ve probably guessed what this story focuses on. The characters in FFX and FFX2 are really close to my heart. I hope I do them justice with this…    EnaKurohoshiRaine

Oh yea….

Disclaimer: I don’t own any of the characters, places, or songs the chapters and story are named after. Or… do I?

Ch. 1                            Single Second

Everyone was rejoicing at the defeat of Vegnagun and Tidus’ return, Yuna more than anyone. But she was scared too. The festivities had died down quite a bit from earlier and Yuna and Tidus sought alone time, walking along the beach of Besaid. They walked for a while in silence, holding hands, admiring the stars.

Yuna thought to herself, going over the events of the past days in her head. In a total of two days she had defeated Vegnagun with her two best friends and reunited with the love of her life.

The love of my life, she thought, who, two years ago, was merely a dream. What about now? What if this all ends tomorrow? Can I get through it alone?

After all, it had been him who had been her guardian and helped her through the first time around. The thought of him still possibly being alive had been what prompted her to join the Gullwings, which resulted in her finding Lenne’s sphere and defeating Vegnagun and what not.

I mean, a week ago I was considering putting the past behind me and trying to forget, she cast a glance toward Tidus, who returned the look with a warm smile. She lowered her eyes again.

“Something wrong?” Tidus asked genuinely.

“No, I was just thinking,” Yuna replied, gazing at their entwined fingers.

“About what?” he asked in his usual chipper voice that was so familiar to Yuna it almost brought tears to her eyes.

They were nearing the dock, and she led him to the edge, where they sat, their legs dangling just above the water. Yuna scooted closer to Tidus and he slid his arm around her waist. He knew something was bothering her and he badly wished he knew, but decided just to give her time. She laid her head on his shoulder and looked into the water. Their reflection was like a rippling picture. Yuna thought it was the most perfect thing she’d ever seen. It was just so right…

But how long will it stay this way?

“Tidus…” Yuna began.

“Yea?”

“I’m worried…” she raised her head and gazed into his eyes.

“What is it?” Now he too was worried. What could be so bad it could bring a cloud over these happy moments?

“It’s just…” she sighed and cast her gaze downward again, “look at our reflection.”

“It’s perfect,” he kissed her hair gently, “but… is that really what’s bothering you?”

“It is, in a way… I-I don’t ever want that reflection… to just be me, ya know?”

He wrapped his arms around her, “It won’t, Yuna.”

“But… how can you be sure? The fayth did disappear from Macalania Temple. Who is to say they won’t leave the rest of Spira… and take you with them…?” she trailed off as tears formed that the corners of her eyes.

Tidus let her go and put a hand on her cheek, turning her head to face him, “I’m not going anywhere, Yuna. Please don’t be sad.”

He stroked her cheek gently, wanting nothing but to comfort her. She couldn’t help but smile. He leaned in and kissed her lightly on the forehead. He backed away a little and went lower, planting a long, soft kiss on her lips. She grazed his exposed chest lightly with her fingertips. Her touch sent shockwaves through his entire body.

His lips are so soft, she thought, this is amazing. Now, if he’d just put his hand—

Her thoughts and the kiss were cut off by a voice on the wind. Someone was calling their names. Yuna would know that voice anywhere. It was Rikku.

“She must be looking for us,” Tidus laughed.

“Well, we did leave unexpectedly. We should go before she has a heart attack,” Yuna smiled up at him.

He kissed her on the forehead and stood, offering her his hand. She stood and they made their way over to Rikku.

“Where have you guys been?” Rikku whined.

Paine stood behind her, “I tried to stop her… but she insisted we look. Sorry.”

“It’s alright,” Yuna smiled, “We were about to head back anyway.”

“Well, let’s go then! It’s getting late and I’m sleepy,” Rikku yawned.

“Alright,” Yuna replied, reluctant to go back to the village and part from Tidus.

On the way back she couldn’t get the thought off her mind…

What if, when I wake up tomorrow, he’s gone… just like that? She argued with herself, but what right do they have to take him from me again? After all, I’ve saved Spira twice. No, Yuna, you’re being selfish. Well, why shouldn’t I be? Look at what I’ve been through.

Her hand gripped Tidus’ tighter in aggravation. He returned the squeeze thinking it was sentiment and looked down at her with a smile, which she returned, but with a heavy heart. Why was she so worried? These should be happy times.

But… what if…

Yuna stopped herself before she could finish the thought. They had reached the village and Yuna’s hut, where she, Paine, and Rikku were staying for the night. Tidus was staying up in one of the spare rooms in the temple. Yuna and Tidus lingered outside.

“We’ll be in here, just in case you need anything,” Rikku winked.

“Come on, you,” Paine yanked Rikku inside.

Yuna giggled endearingly. Tidus gazed down at her with a longing smile.

“Goodnight, Yuna,” he said softly.

“I wish it didn’t have to be goodnight just yet,” she smiled up at him.

He stepped closer to her and put one hand on her waist, pulling her close. She leaned into him and wrapped her arms around his neck. He was centimeters from kissing her when—

RIIIIIIIIIIIP! THUD!

Rikku crashed to the ground, bringing the hut door flap with her.

“OW! Oh, Yunie! I wasn’t watching, honest! I was just… just—“

“I told her not to stare so hard,” Paine exited the hut, “Now, look what you did.”

“Ooh! I didn’t mean to!” Rikku pouted.

“I’ll restrain her if you two want to go elsewhere to say goodnight,” Paine offered.

“No, that’s alright, Paine. Thanks,” Yuna turned to Tidus and smiled sweetly, “Goodnight.”

“Goodnight,” he replied and kissed her on the forehead. He made his way over to Rikku and tousled her hair, “Same old Rikku.”

“Oh, you’re no fair,” she continued to pout.

“It was nice to meet you, Paine. Goodnight everybody,” he gave Yuna one more kiss goodnight, turned, and walked up to the temple.

“You’ve got a good guy there,” Paine remarked, “I don’t know where you found him, but any guy who can put up with Rikku like that can’t be too bad.”

“I know,” Yuna smiled with adoration as she watched him walk away.

“Come on, Yunie,” Rikku jumped up and put an arm around her cousin’s shoulders, back to perky normal, “Let’s get to bed. I’m exhausted.”

Well, that’s it for Ch. 1. Hope you like. R&R if you want. I love constructive criticism. It helps me grow as a writer. - I’m just glad you got this far. Thanks for reading and all that good stuff. Umm… well, that’s all I got for now. ROCK ON!

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