AN: So should I start running away like Demyx now or…? Hey guys! I know it's been an excruciatingly LONG time since I've last updated even though I did promise I would! I swear being a High School Senior is very stressing! Before I go on and on about everything's that's made me delay this, I'll stop myself and make this as short and as simple as possible before this AN has a bigger word count than the actual story. xD

1. Writer's Block, a ridiculous huge block that just inspired nothing worth typing. I believe in the Author's vow of "Quality over Quantity" I'd rather give you guys something worth reading than something I completely bs'd just so you have something to read from me.

2. Like I said, I'm a HS Senior so this month is really crunch time before I grad next month. Which doesn't also include all my art and video projects and side college courses I've had.

3. I bought myself a Nintendo 3DS – so… Kingdom Hearts: Dream Drop Distance Collectors Edition, TAKE MY MONEY, ALL OF IT. I can't wait! I'm excited to finally hear Rhyme speak – I'm also a big fan of TWEWY. Anyone else excited for KH3D? Still waiting to buy a 3DS? I would give out my Friend Code but I don't have any 3DS games yet so there's really no point xD

4. I've never owned a Nintendo system before so I had to wait quite some time to finally be able to buy 358/2 Days and Re: Coded – was able to finally do so when I got the 3DS. I thought Coded was really short since I beat it in a couple of days and Days was really touching and cute.

5. I may or may not consider making a sequel depending on if anyone still cares/wants it.

So onto this story!

Pink Petals & Locked In A Closet

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"Marly don't you dare put that bottle of whiskey in the fire!"

"Will you relax? Alcohol is totally safe!"

"Dumbass, you're gonna make a nuclear mushroom cloud at this rate!"

"It's only five bottles plus this Tequila I found!"

"Someone call the D.I. Doomsday Patrol!"

"What Luxord doesn't know, won't kill hm!"

"You're lucky the kids fell asleep because I am so kicking your ass!"

"Oh Vani, I love it when you talk rough to me"

"…RRRRRGH"

"Oooh growl for me some more big boy"

"SHUT U-"

Vani's Pov:

"…Uugh… Oww… nngh" My head was killing me but oh no, it wasn't just that, of course not. My whole damn body felt numb, my stab wound felt weird, moist, and overall it made my mood sour if not for the migraine I woke up with. Last night was one hell of a bonfire. Sure we laughed, talked about the past and our future plans, and toasted some marshmallows for the kids but I'll say this once and only once – never again, or at least not with Marluxia around. Seriously, who invited him? He wasn't on the boat with the others but he suddenly appeared out of nowhere unannounced.

Despite being the hormonal raging idiotic fruit cake that he is, he's a pyromaniac when he's drunk. I didn't really drink since I don't really like it and I didn't want to give my kid brother the image of me being a complete and ruthless moron. Sure I was temperamental sober, but I worse when under the influence. Remember those rumors? One was twisted even worse than it really was like Xion's wrist but I never did say that there wasn't at least one or two that weren't true and how did those happen? Me being in a very dark place and doing some pretty stupid stuff.

See why I hate having mornings like these? I wake up feeling uncomfortable and I start to think on bad things or think a lot in general. Besides the drama with keeping Marly under control, the night was fun, ruined by him but sure, it was fun while it lasted.

Terra and Aqua took care of the kids while they sat around the fire. Aqua didn't mind watching over them and Terra was cold since he forgot his jacket. While they volunteered, Xion and I got some alone time. We decided to go to the secret place for a bit. It was a lot colder in there, being purely rocks and damp ones at that but it was nice to have another moment alone.

I sat in this corner that had little to no light at all but at least it wasn't as damp as the rest of the ground. Xion sat around my legs as I hugged her, she smelled like the waves of the ocean, heh, must be some new shampoo. She laid her head on my chest and she sat there just listening. "Enjoying the silence, much?" I commented. The silence was nice and comfortable but we rarely got any time to just really talk and be us. I wanted to take this opportunity to do so. She lifted her head up slightly to look me in the eyes, instead of answering my question, she just stared. "What?" I asked as I raised a questioning eyebrow.

Her cold fingertips lightly brushed over my cheek as she smiled, "You know, your eyes glow a little in the dark. It's nice" She continued to brush her fingers on my cold skin as she stopped on my parted dry lips. She looked as if she was in a trance, as if she were mesmerized by my golden eyes. I couldn't think of anything to say to that. I couldn't thank her for the compliment, that would be weird and not to mention awkward and it's not like I could deny that fact. My eyes do that and I never thought of it as anything special but when she looks at me and notices these little things about me – as corny and Grinch sounding as it may be – my heart grows a couple of sizes, it flutters and makes me realize why I love her so much. Yes love, not like.

She really is my weakness , I wish I could be more open with her, really I do but it's just not the type of guy I am. I'm… I'm just Vanitas. I blink as I see a blush forming on her pale cheeks, a bright rosy blush. She snaps out of her trance as she quickly moves her hand away from my face as if self thinking it was the wrong move to make – I was faster than she was, so I grabbed her hand in mine and crushed my lips with hers.

It was either all the blood I was losing from my reopening stab wound or me denying that I could be 'romantic' if I really wanted to but I didn't care at the moment, I was a mix jar of emotions. I felt the need to show her affection, show her I cared despite not always showing it, show her that I love being alone with her – it was a comforting silence when we didn't have words to say, it was comforting just to laugh and have a good time with her. These mixed emotions made me feel extremely weird, they weren't bad feelings, just very foreign to me but at the same time nostalgic.

Being inside this cave made me remember why that paopu fruit meant so much to her. Sure it was a stupid little drawing we did back in middle school but it was something I've forgotten. How could I? Back then, just like all the other kids – I used to believe in the silly tale of sharing the fruit. Before Xion and I were really a thing, I joked that we should sometimes share one. It was my weird secret way of confessing that I had a crush on her. Yeah she was stupid, clumsy, and had a gorilla for a father – but I really liked her. I guess I forgot since after that time, we would rarely stop by the cave and as I got older, I stopped believing in most kids tale - they were just a waste of time. I guess all this time, Xion was trying to tell me or rather remind me of how special that tale was to the both of us. I still think it's just a fruit that you eat but if she brings it up again then I'll go along with.

After our time together in the cave, I held Xion's hand as I walked us out of the cave. When we got back she was still blushing and kept quiet while she sat next to Aqua to warm up. Terra smirked as he was about to open his big mouth but I stopped him before he could. "Nothing happened you pervert"

"But she's so quiet! Oh man! Vani does pull all the moves when he wants to, doesn't he Xion?" He boomed as he laughed and patted my back and made me fall over the log we were sitting on. I groaned as I felt my wound reopen. I cringed as I saw the sand and blood mixing. "You got sand on my wound, you idiot!" I said through gritted teeth as I held onto it. Argh. It was a really bad burning pain.

Terra shook his head sighing as he went to the ice cooler and got out a bottle of drinking water. He swatted my hands away as he managed to fight me to get my shirt off. He then poured water all over my bandaged chest. "There! Good as new, you baby!" He stuck his tongue out. I shook my head sighing, he was trying to help but he sure was useless when it came to first-aid.

"Let's change your bandages again, Vani" Xion said as she got up and went to get her first aid kit. She took my hand and went back inside the secret place. Terra was howling, "Don't do anything I wouldn't do you crazy kids!" He hollered. I rolled my eyes.

Xion changed everything and I was good to go. It was a pretty chill night after that, everyone was having a good time and that's when Marly started to get wild. Should have noticed all those bottles he already had. I wasn't oblivious to the fact that he liked me more than just a friend, it was creepy but it was even worse when he wasn't coherent enough to think properly. Seriously, who invited him? I know he's part of the band and all that but seriously? So after Marly tried to prove that fire was safe and making Terra and I run off to dump ocean water onto the bonfire wood about four times – I decided that I should call it a night and so did Xion as she carried Kairi and I carried Sora.

I heard Terra say something like we looked like a cute happy family so I flipped him off, said goodnight, and went on my way home. Back on the main island, I escorted Xion home since it was pitch dark – I quickly gave her a kiss as she waved and went inside.

I was extremely alert to make sure he wasn't lurking around and thankfully he wasn't so I made it home safely with Sora in my arms. My wound was killing me so I quickly set Sora on his bed for a bit before I would lose strength. I got him ready for bed and tucked him in.

I went to the bathroom and took a shower to clean off my wound, after that I put on a pair of black and silver checkered boxers and then I must have knocked out since that's all I remember of last night.

Tomorrow would be Monday and after this week, we would be off for Thanksgiving. Great, now I have more to worry about. So like I said, one hell of a bonfire but a semi-good one at that; would have been better if not for Marly so I vowed that I would avoid him even more at all costs today and hopefully all week.

So I got up and ready, I didn't have to worry about Sora since mom was home. Her boss told her to take the week off so it's nice to see her relax with Sora. I yawned as I jumped over the gate like I usually do since I'm always late. Inside homeroom, I just sat there at my desk still thinking about the bonfire. Of course I didn't get enough time to myself since all my annoying classmates kept asking if I was alright. Geez, you would think people would mind their own damn business by now. Guess not.

News spread like wild fire again about what happened but most were wrong since they kept twisting the story. Most people in this damn island wouldn't have guessed it was my damn father if it hit them in the head with a brick. See that's the thing about the damn snake, he buried his charming polite, well spoken self on them all. In their eyes, he was the happy and proud father of two; the damn cheery father that was so in love with his wife. In their eyes, he was the devoted husband and loving father. In their eyes, he could do no wrong. In their eyes, he wasn't the one that left us; he was the one that left for a better job so he could provide for his damn family even better. So if he did, then where has he been half my damn life?

That bastard can go to hell; in their eyes, I was the son that should rather be there.

I started to brood and clench my fist but I suddenly stopped when I felt her soft cold hand placed on top of mine. I looked up to see her bright blue eyes and beautiful smile. Yes I said beautiful, deal with it.

"Morning handsome" She teased and kissed my cheek. Terra was right behind her howling like an idiot as he just loved our endearing moments of rare public affection. Ugh.

"Shut up, it's too damn early Terra. Not in the mood" I groaned as Xion giggled and gently started playing with my spiky hair.

"So whats the haps? You finally going to a family get together?" Terra smirked as he asked something I'd rather ignore if not completely forget about.

I rolled my eyes and wrapped my arms around Xion, pulling her closer to me and burying my face in her side. I shook my head and shrugged. I honestly didn't know, mom has been bugging me about going and Sora's her little assistant on that. I really hated family dinners and the sort; they were more work and trouble than I could bear. So to me, they were exhausting.

You have and I'm sure no one can disagree on this – but the loud obnoxious aunts that have no real jobs but gossip all day, then the uncles that stand awkwardly preferably in corners that try to find something to talk about, the cousins that either think they're better than you or the one's that do stupid stuff, the distant relatives that try to get to know you but in reality it's just plain awkward, the relatives that stuff their faces every ten minutes, the grandparents that stretch your cheeks and boast about your achievements, then there's you. Either you pretend like you're having fun, are actually having fun, just sit there and watch tv, or are the one expected to personally entertainment the smaller kids.

"C'mon you have to go! Roxas and Venny are your cousins!" Terra shook my shoulders as Xion excused herself seeing Namine come in. I winced at the mention of blood relation. I ask myself just… why. Why was I related to them? Why did our family trees have to cross paths? Just why? It's not like I hated and despised them entirely, it just didn't make any sense at all to me. Family makes no sense sometimes.

"You know how much I hate these circus events. I don't want to be constantly reminded that I look like that assh-"

"HE DID WHAT?" I heard Xion shriek before I could finish. Terra and I turned around as we saw her holding the school's newspaper and nearly tearing it apart. Namine was trying to calm her as her face grew red. I knew that face, she was getting frustrated and on the verge of tears.

I instinctively ran to her to try and protect her, to shield her from what caused her pain but she just looked at me with these big sad eyes and she bit her lower lip. I knew she didn't have much control when it came to her emotions. She trembled and didn't say anything as she dashed out the classroom.

I didn't bother yelling for her since she was long gone. She used to be in cross country running back in middle school so being a dramatic distressed boyfriend was futile. I turned to face Namine as she knew what I wanted to know as she handed me the paper. I read the front page and nearly broke every bone in my hand as I flipped the table and hit the wall making a slight dent. Before I could run out in anger and in a destructive rampage, Terra forcefully grabbed my arm and stopped me so I could face him.

He's seen this side of me before. I was ruthless and all hell breaks loose. I haven't shown this side in a very long time. Want to know why stupid rumors started? This is why. "I'm going to kill him" I said nice and slowly and with as much venom and coldness I could muster. I made Namine shake in fear, I didn't mean to, but my body wasn't going to calm itself anytime sooner.

"Vanitas, let's talk" Terra said in a serious tone that anyone rarely gets to hear. He's my best friend and he keeps me in check but I don't think I could contain it any longer. I didn't look at him but instead I kept my focus on the paper. I knew he had a competitive streak, knew he didn't like me actually being happy, knew he had his eye on her for years now; but to say something like that? I was going to beat him to a pulp and then kill him. I wanted him to be miserable. I wanted to lose control and laugh hysterically as he succumbed to darkness forever. Xion would always stop me from losing control because she would tell me that I was better than that but the thing is, I don't think I am, I don't think she really knows who I am.

Before my mind could go delve deeper into its darker territory, Terra pushed me out to the hallway and into another classroom that was empty. He made sure to lock the door as he waited for me to calm down a little but when he saw the evil glint in my eyes – he coldly said, "You're just like him, you know. You're just like your father"

My mind was racing and I was ignoring the part of me that was well the real me. I was so clouded with darkness, it was sweet and powerful but I wasn't me. I clenched my hand forming a fist and rammed myself against the wall aiming for where Terra was standing. I focused all my hate and anger onto him now as he dodged my attack. "I'M NOTHING LIKE HIM!" I yelled as Terra grabbed my hands and restrained me against the wall by the door.

"SHUT UP AND THINK VANITAS" He roared back as we stood like that for five minutes. I didn't try to break free or say anything. My breathing became ragged and short; I was just so pissed off.

I was glad that Terra took us into another room. I knew that if Xion saw me like this, in this sick state, she would break down and be afraid of me. I didn't want that. I knew what Terra was trying to tell me. I would be no better than my dad who is nothing but a monster.

But that's the funny thing. The darkness felt so nice sometimes.

After a good twenty minutes passed, I calmed down enough to hear the bell ringing for the next class. Terra let go as I turned around to face him. I was still mad inside but my seeing red had gone down. "Care to explain what happened?" Terra spoke up as he crossed his arms.

I rubbed my wrists as I sighed, "Axel is what happened. Posting an article saying that I… that… I… I sexually abuse Xion, that I'm forcing her into this relationship, that all this time she's wanted him, not me. You know none of that is true but this has gone just too damn far! I'm sick of it, I'm been tame and civil as to not hurt him but he's really testing my temper. I already have enough problems as it is and I don't need Axel to be an added one. I don't want to lose Xion, Terra, I don't but Axel is…" I sighed again, suddenly feeling depressed, "He's really driving us into splitting"

"And that's exactly what he wants, Vani! You have to be stronger than that. Look I know you can get pretty violent if you really felt like it but you have to control yourself man. Your mom can't afford to bail you out of jail if it came down to that and I know you wouldn't live down the fact that you would be doing something your dad would have done in your place. You sure as hell aren't him and your better than rotting in a jail cell. I know I usually tease you about these things but what you and Xion have is special. I would hate to see you two split just because Axel is the biggest douche ever. He's just jealous and you know what? So what if he is! I say, go to her. Find Xion and comfort her because I know she wouldn't want to be alone. I know she's hurt and upset and only you can fix that" He smiled.

"I wouldn't know where to find her" I bitterly said as I winced at the knowing fact of what just happened a couple of minutes ago to me. I didn't like that side and I hated to know that part of me did.

"Where does she usually go if she's upset?" Terra asked as I thought about it. Lately everything's been going good for her so I haven't seen her really upset, not like back in middle school. She had problems with her mom back then and I would get worried when she wasn't at home. I remember searching the entire island until it clicked and I got my boat and went to our secret place where I would find her either sleeping on the damp floor from crying or where she was just sitting and drawing pictures on the rocks walls. She told me she liked to be alone in small dark places. It made her feel at ease.

Where the hell was I going to find a small dark place at a school? This place practically screamed teamwork, happiness, school spirit and all that crap. The only dark place here was Ven's stupid club room and I doubt she would want to be alone in there. So as reluctant as I was, I thanked Terra and headed over to Ven's. I didn't want to cross out this possible place so I went and found nothing but a very disturbing image of Ven performing the weirdest ritual dance ever. He said he read the paper and he was just as upset about it so in his strange and I mean very strange way, he was trying to help by placing a curse on Axel. I don't even wanna know what he planned to do with the fresh blood of a chicken…

Anyways, I awkwardly thanked him and thought of searching every broom closet I could find. I hoped I found her in there since I hated knowing that she was extremely upset. Luckily I did eventually find her in one of the closets of the abandoned building. Our school had a second mini building that used to be used for the art and theater classes and after school clubs but its long been forgotten about. Now it's just an opened building that is supposed to be haunted by past teachers' ghosts and other stupid 'scary' stuff.

"Hey beautiful" I whispered as I opened the door and turned the light on inside the closet. I closed the door and asked her if I could sit next to her as she sniffled and nodded her head. I held her trembling cold hand in my warm one as she turned to face me and her tears began falling again. It really did hurt me to see her like this; I swear that bastard was going to pay.

"Xion, I know what Axel said in that paper but we can't listen to him. We can't let him tear us apart, that's what he wants. Please don't let it upset you" I whispered as she shook her head and spoke up. Her voice was strained and hoarse, "I'm not upset because of what he said about me… I would never want him even… even if we weren't together. But those things he said about you! I know you would never hurt me on purpose" She sniffled again as she rubbed her tears away, "W-W-Why can't they see just how wonderful you are?" She asked as she cried.

I slightly smirked as I lifted her head up so I was directly looking into her dark blue eyes. She was the one that was wonderful, not me. "You really are stupid, Stupid. I don't care what they say about me, I only care about what you think about me. Screw them for not understanding me, I don't want them to"

"You really are a jerk" She cried as she hugged me and then let go slightly to kiss me. It was a chaste kiss, simple, comforting but nice.

We sat there in the closet for what seemed like hours but I think it was only until lunch anyways. She wasn't in the mood for anything and I didn't really care about skipping anyways. We just sat there in perfect comfort. It wasn't awkward or anything but nice. We did small talk but nothing big. "How's your wound?" She asked as I stood up and lifted my shirt slightly. I honestly forgot about it, as I showed her that it was still bruised but it was looking better than before. "I'm happy" She weakly smiled as she got up.

"Do you want to do something? I could use a day off from school" I asked as she latched onto my hand. I knew that if I distracted her, she would get over it in a couple of hours. For now I know she was acting very needy and I didn't mind at all. What this girl does to me…

She nodded and said she didn't care where we went as long as it was far away. I shrugged and went with it, figuring we could spend the day in Twilight Town again. I quickly sent my mom a text message telling her so she wouldn't be surprised if I decided to come home late with her. While we were making our way down the hallway of the main building, I felt a slight pressure on my left foot. Looking down, I noticed a thin pink rope. I titled my head confused but didn't have enough time to figure it out as I let go of Xion's hand as the rope began pulling and forcefully slammed me down and started to drag me down the hallway.

"What the fu-" I started but couldn't finish as I saw what was at the corner of the new hallway the rope dragged me towards. "XION!" I yelled desperately as I saw Marly waving and making these kissy faces at me. "Oh! Dreams do come true! I went fishing and I got myself a Van~iiii~tas" Marly chimed as I clawed at my tied ankle. "XION!" I yelled again as I became frantic now. I turned my head as best as I could behind me as I noticed Xion standing there grabbing her sides and… laughing.

As much as I loved knowing she was smiling again and actually laughing – I just didn't want to deal with Marly. She knew just how much I hated the guy and how much he terrified me. Yes, I was scared of him. Was I afraid of admitting that? Hell no.

Next thing I know, I was facing Marly as he stood in front of me. He crouched down all predator like and threw rose petals all over me. I gulped as he puckered his lips and got closer. "Sorry to stop you Marly, but my boyfriend and I have plans" Xion finally spoke up and came to my rescue as she undid the rope and helped me get up. Marly had this annoyed face on but he took his rope and frowned. His shoulders were slumped and he slowly walked away but not before he vowed that he would never stop.

I wasn't looking forward to that. "Took you long enough" I complained as she took my hand again giggling. I smirked, if my pain caused her a little entertainment then it was fine by me. We got out of school and headed to my place so I could get my wallet and a jacket in case it got cold later on. Xion didn't want her dad finding out she was ditching so she sat in the kitchen helping Sora with this puzzle he was doing. Since mom was home, he didn't want to go to school and it was fine anyways. Not like he was missing much but snack time and learning what starts with the letter 'A'

I went upstairs to get my stuff and then rushed downstairs. My mom kissed my cheek and told me to be careful as Xion and Sora finished the puzzle. He asked me where I was going and I told him not to worry about it and that I would bring him something. He beamed and hugged me as he practically shoved me out the door so I could get him something. I chuckled as Xion and I left.

We arrived at Twilight Town and decided to go get some sea salt ice cream. I ended up getting a stick that said 'Winner' on it but I didn't think it was any special so I was about to throw it away when Xion stopped me. "Don't throw that away! It's special!" She said as I stared at her confused. "It's a piece of wood. Nothing special there"

"You dummy, it means you won a prize" She explained as I rolled my eyes and sarcastically gave her a "Yippee"

She told me I was hopeless as I smirked and told her she was stupid. She stuck her tongue out at me as I did the same. We spent the day just going around the town, exploring the seven mysteries and all that 'fun' stuff. I wasn't bored; I just thought some of the mysteries were pointless. The place that mostly intrigued her was that abandoned mansion in the woods of the town. It was this strange place inside this hole in the wall but I guess that's what made it cool and interesting.

There was this one specific room inside that she loved the most. It was this white room that had nothing inside really but a long table and chair, a couple of windows and white curtains. The floor was covered with crisp leaves that were blown in by the wind. So that kinda gave the place some color. Though I failed to realize that we've been here before. Not in years but we have been when we were younger because Xion found some of her old doodles on the floor. Some were wrinkled and hardened by rain, the ones that she could make out, she tried to smooth out as much as possible as she showed me.

"Remember these? I only found five pictures but if I do say so myself, I'm still a pretty darn good artist" She smiled and handed me one, I looked it over and replied, "Riiiiight"

She lightly punched my arm as she ran around the room looking for the markers and paper we left in here. I told her that even if she did find them, they would probably be useless by now. She told me she knew that but it wouldn't hurt to look. While she was doing that, I went outside and explored the grand library to see what I could find. There's got to be at least something good in this dump. I wondered about the mansion's previous occupants. What the family was like and such but at the same time – I could care less.

We spent about an hour in there and then went back into town since Xion was hungry so we got a late lunch and sat at the top of the clock tower. "Think you would ever want to move here?" She asks me as I shrug, "Don't know, probably not. Destiny Island may have stupid people but I do like the place. I wouldn't want to be neighbors with Luxord and Larxene anyway"

She giggled and shook her head. We sat there in comforting silence as we took in the scenery. Twilight Town has always had this serene type of feeling with its long hours of sunset and bustling streets and trains. It wasn't quite like Destiny Island which was a lot more relaxing but smaller so everyone knew each other. It was the rumor mill of places to live in but not everything about it was bad.

Xion took me out of my train of thought when she asked me, "So what are you doing for Thanksgiving? Are you going to Roxas and Ven's place?"

I made a face at her that told her I didn't want to. "You know, Terra and I will be there"

I titled my head waiting for her to further elaborate. "Their parents invited us. Said it was only going to be immediate family so no long distance weirdos. You know how it's just me and my dad but my dad has to work so I'll be alone and it's the same with Terra. Holidays are usually the busiest at hospitals"

"Yeah because everyone gets first degree when they try to roast a turkey" I remarked as she laughed.

"What about your aunt and grandmother?" I asked as she told me there were going back home for the holidays. Most of her family was from Hollow Bastion and she didn't feel like going with them since she felt that it would be awkward and uncomfortable.

So my girlfriend and best friend were going to be at Roxas and Ven's place. I haven't seen my aunt and uncle in years since I try to avoid these things but I don't think I could dodge the family bullet this time around. I know someone is going to embarrass me and I won't be able to live it down for quite some time.

So now I had to really and I mean really think about it. Should I go? Should I stay by myself? I would probably either have a movie marathon and pass out on the couch or try to skateboard and possibly run over Terra's stupid cat again if I stayed alone. If I went, I would have to try dodging questions and getting my cheeks pinched every five seconds and all that jazz. I hated jazz, and I didn't hate my family, just some of their personalities.

I knew it would make everyone especially my mom happy if I went but… could I stand a full night with family? Would I survive? Then again I could always leave halfway. Not like we lived far or anything.

I sighed. I think I made my decision.

Xion had these big bright blue hopeful eyes as she waited for my answer but the only thing I could think was…

Dammit.

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Done! To be continued!

So there's a nice lengthy chapter!

Next up: What's Vani going to choose to do?

This chapter was only in Vani's pov so next chapter, it'll be multiple like usual!

I don't know when I'll update but I'll try not to take months on end like last time!

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