kingdomdressing | some goodbyes are harder

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some goodbyes are harder

[Sora and Roxas have been lying low for the past week or so, not wanting to intrude on the past events happening within their family. there wasn't much either could do to help, really, so staying out of the way seemed like the best option. Sora'd spent most of that time babysitting when asked to, and wondering if he'd made the right decision.]

[today, however, both are out and about again, right at the end of their family's hallway. Roxas is lost in his own little world, crouched down and facing the wall with his hand outstretched, like he's trying to rip open a dark corridor. Sora is standing nearby, glancing every so often at his Nobody, but his gaze is fixed down the opposite length of the hallway. he looks forlorn. their window of opportunity is so small, he couldn't even convince Roxas to let him at least go find his loved ones.]

... Tell me when it's ready, Roxas.

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*don't you two know that Daddy has a sixth sense about these things?*

... 'bug? Roxas?

[Sora's certainly aware; he never did get away with a lot of mischief as a kid. he turns to look at Ri, his expression almost relieved.]

Hey, Dad.

*he notes your relieved expression and wonders why*

What're you two doing?

... Well.. Roxas thinks he's finally going to be able to open a portal back to the islands.

[that would explain why Roxas hasn't acknowledged Ri just yet, still hunched over in the corner in concentration. Sora glances back in his direction.]

*he sighs and pinches the bridge of his nose*

I warned him that you can't get in and out of this place that easily. He didn't believe me. Of course. It's like the teenage years all over again.

... Yeah. He's done it before, though. Said right now's probably the best time to do it, what with--

[stops himself, and frowns.]

We'll just have to see, I guess.

You're not saying something.

*he knows you stopped yourself from saying something that might upset him*

[Sora waves his hands a little. it really isn't anything particularly upsetting; he's just afraid a discussion about corridors and Darkness in general would be a bit of a touchy subject. there's definitely a good reason Roxas would have better control over it right now as opposed to say, a few weeks or a month ago.]

It's just.. really important to me that I get back home, that's all. Roxas said they're hurting for help.

*Darkness usually isn't touchy for him... the color pink however, is verbotten*

I know. And I know you can help. You're strong.

[... pink?]

I'll do my best... You'll keep holding down the fort here?

*pink is the color of Marluxia's hair*

I always do, 'bug. But you two try to be back to see your new little sister or brother born, okay? Or earlier...

[ah. Sora smiles, but it's sort of a sad one.]

I-- We'll try, Dad. I'm just sorry we don't have enough time to see everyone before leaving.

*Kairi's looking a little confused here.*

Kairi!

[cue a 23-year-old man tumbling all over himself to get to her. some things never change.]

*She smiles a little, but still looks really confused.*

Where are you going?

... There's something really wrong back home. I thought I'd have more time, but Roxas..

[turns around to glance at his Nobody, who doesn't even acknowledge them. with how lost in concentration he is, he may as well not even be there at all.]

I know you'll try your hardest. Do you both have lots of potions and elixirs? You both are fully stocked, right?

Mm... I think we've got enough to start off with, at least.

[pauses.]

Hey, Dad?

*She's giving you a look that says 'please tell me more'*

How long... how long will you two be gone?

I.. really don't know. Not too long, I hope.

[frowns.]

... any idea of how long?

*Your girlfriend is pouting pretty hard now.*

[aahhh that pout rips him up so much inside. he tucks a strand of red hair behind her ear, his expression an odd combination of reassurance of lost in thought. he won't sugarcoat it.]

It's not looking so good right now. Bad enough that Roxas came back here looking for help.

[furrows his brows slightly.]

Maybe time'll pass differently there than it does here. Last time I went home I was there for.. something like six months. When I got back here not even half that amount of time had gone by.

Three months?

*That pout morphs into a look of pain at the thought that her boyfriend is leaving for three months. Was he even going to tell her, or just let her worry herself to an early grave?*

No! No, I would never..

[he feels like such an idiot- he probably looks like one, too, with how he's standing there and staring at his feet like a wounded dog. Sora hasn't known about leaving for very long-- he hadn't exactly expected to be dragged off back home without any warning or a chance to explain himself, either. he meant to sit down with Kairi and explain what he had to do, but like probably any other confident (and stupid) young man, he kept thinking he'd have more time. when Sora looks back up at her, there's guilt written all over his face.]

*She still looks upset, but... she knows that Soras have a really big job in the worlds, even in this one. She couldn't possibly stop him from helping others, she just wants to wallop him good for not telling her ASAP.*

How long? You'll... be back soon? Like in a couple of weeks?

A couple of weeks, at the very most.

[he smiles a little. boy, does he know how much he deserves that walloping.]

What is it?

*She smiles, visibly relieved.*

Good. Now you have to give me a big smooch before you go though! That's the only way through me.

*She is fierce, hands on hips!*

You drive a hard bargain, Kairi.

[he's grinning, though, pfft, like he was actually gonna say no. Sora tugs her closer and bends down until their lips meet. he's gentle at first, but gradually grows more intense as the reality sinks in that he won't be able to hold her like this for a while.]

... Take care of yourself, all right? And tell everyone else to do the same.

Of course I do.

*She likes that kiss very much, and is definitely kissing back with passion and anticipated longing, trying to show him how much she'll miss him, and that he should hurry back home soon so she can give him more than just this taste.*

[it's tough for him to pull away at all, though he has something else he wants to tell her, murmuring in between kisses.]

Hey.. Will you do me a favor?

[behind them, a mass of Darkness flares into something palpable, with a rather triumphant looking Roxas straightening beside it. seems he's finally opened a portal.]

I know, 'bug. The family will be waiting here for you to come back.

Anything.

*she's a bit startled by that portal opening, her eyes widening.*

[straightens, and smiles down at her.]

Check the beach every couple of days. Okay?

For what?

*She smiles back, and tucks a few strands of hair behind his ear.*

... I know.

[smiles.]

For messages.

[he can practically feel Roxas getting antsy behind them, but Sora isn't letting go of Kairi for anything right now.]

Every time I see a beach, I'll send one. Hopefully one or two will get through.

[Roxas, meanwhile, finally stands up and is back to reality. a particularly large and swirling portal is beside him- cue Roxas jogging over and giving the both of them an anxious expression.]

*she smiles a little more brightly, and leans in to give him one more good hug, closing her eyes and remembering his scent*

I'll write back. Now go.

*well, he'll be drawing you both into a big hug, and pressing a kiss to each of your foreheads*

You two watch out for each other. And kick ass.

I'll look for them, then.

[he smiles, and kisses her one more time before he backs away, slowly heading in the direction of the portal.]

I love you. I'll see you soon.

We will. Don't worry, Dad. Give everyone hugs for us, okay?

[Roxas smiles slightly, glancing up at Ri. he reeks of Darkness something fierce from tearing open that portal, and his bright blue eyes have faded into a dull golden color.]

I'll make sure Sora comes back in one piece, Ri.

I want both of you to come back in one piece. And I'll make sure everyone gets hugs.

*and he has to make himself let the two of you go, even though he wants to just hide you away from the world*

I love you too. Please be careful.

*she watches with a small smile on her face, and suddenly remembers something. A small, familiar and well-loved thalassa charm is flying in your direction, Sora!*

You know the drill, tiger. ♥

[he catches the charm just before it smacks into his chest, cradling it gently in his hands. he grins, and tucks it away carefully in his pocket.]

I will.

[he walks toward the portal now, but he keeps turning back to look at her, maybe lollygagging along to make his sight of her last. Sora offers up one final little wave before Roxas finally gets too impatient and herds him into the portal, which dissolves behind them until there's nothing but a lingering scent of Darkness.]

Thanks.. Bye, Dad!

[Roxas is on the extreme side of anxious by now, and almost dragging Sora through the portal- all right, all right, buddy, Sora gives Ri a thumbs up and waves, then turns back to jog through the portal after Roxas. it'll be obvious that something was once there long after the portal dissipates; the stench of Darkness is pretty strong.]

*he sighs as he watches you two leave, then pulls out a crayon from his pocket and scribbles a mark on the wall where the portal was; he'll be visiting regularly to watch for you two to return*

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