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Smile Again - Piano

2011-03-01T18:52:00.000-08:00

Hello and welcome to the analysis!

Sorry for the lack of one for chapter 11, but it didn't really need one x.x

Anyway, so a lot of chapter 12 seems rushed and it won't make sense until the special bridge chapter featuring Vanitas's thoughts come up!

Aqua is still the same old doting figure she was before. So she helps get information out of Xion.

During Ven's grad party it's important to note the actions and how Xion acts throughout. Just a hint towards the bridge chapter!

Same goes for how she acts when she tries to confess to Ven.

When she meets up with Vanitas, it's important to note where he is standing and the awkward note. Some of you have guessed already, but lets not take the fun out of things!

They both say each other's names out loud in this chapter and its important because them saying each other names is the first time they actually let any real emotion about the other out. Usually it's name calling or no names at all.

Music! There are two songs that are just fitting for this moment!

When She Left by Jesse Chui (please go to the website and press play on the song with the title)

When to play: Right after Xion leaves Ven.

Reasoning: I love the mood it creates and it's perfect for Xion and Vanitas. Plus the change of sound at 1:18 is perfect on how sudden the break up and everything happening so fast to Xion fits perfectly!

Musique Pour la Tristesse de Xion by Yoko Shimomura

When to play: When Xion first starts playing

Reasoning: It seemed like the perfect song for Xion and her mood. The title translates well to how Xion feels and should give the reader a good feel of how Xion's mood.

Smile Again - Irrationality

2011-01-31T11:41:00.001-08:00

Wow! I know I said I would get this up before the weekend but I got bombarded with school work that I procrastinated on!

So onto the analysis! Xion and Vanitas's relationship is more playful now. Although it should be noted Vanitas calls Xion "my little brat." They still haven't really addressed each other by first names.

Ven nodded. "I agree. But…it's Vanitas. Perhaps he's just possessive with the things involved in his life."

One of Ven's lines towards Xion. Stating the obvious that he notices Vanitas treats Xion as someone important to him. Wonder why he would tell Xion this?

Vanitas, being away from Xion due to college, does acts of random coupleness to her every once in a while. Walking her home and hugging her for example. He does this because he still isn't the best at expressing himself in words, poor guy.

The two do spend more time now that Vanitas is on break, but things change. Xion panics at the thought of him being in the hospital, so of course she cares. His actions towards her makes sense. His father is in and out of hospitals. It pushes him over the edge and she was once in the hospital. Think of it as Vanitas doesn't like her being there.

Music!

Piano by Yiruma

When is it played: When Ventus explains to Xion about their family history

Reasoning: Honestly I chose this song just for the sake of choosing a song. When I reevaluated the chapters and their outlines I found this song just went well with the scene as a whole.

Smile Again - Sweaty Palms

2011-01-17T19:23:00.000-08:00

First off graduation. Ven and Xion meet and it shows their friendship hasn't changed because of her new relationship status. Rather, he just worries about her and doesn't want to see a friend get hurt. In the beginning I always wanted to make Ven and Vanitas related. It's one reason why Vanitas picks on Ven the most out of everyone. So much for blood thicker than water.

Vanitas kinda tricks Xion into going a date in a way. He's not good with words remember. He has social issues, but that's what makes him so loveable I think haha. Vanitas takes her to the beach because it was somewhere he went with his family.

Vanitas prioritizes his mother and father. So it makes you think if Vanitas

A) likes her

B) bored and just wanted to see what dating was all about

C) using her as a grounds of stability

D) All the above

E) None of the above

I'll let you guys mull on that. In other words, this chapter they hold hands for the first time! It took them awhile to hold hands! But remember Xion never saw any difference from when they went out and when they weren't a couple. Plus Vanitas doesn't exactly initiate or is the type to change in an instant. Even still I think even after being in a relationship, there are aspects of him that just won't change and I would like to continue to write Vanitas like that.

Not sadistically cruel, but rather an awkward guy who uses a mean facade to avoid dealing with things altogether.

Music!

Xion Theme Orchestral by Bak.R (the video has a download link by the way!)

When Played: Xion takes a step into the water.

Reasoning: I wanted to add a Xion theme but not the main one I have saved up for a very important chapter later. But I stumbled upon this and fell in love with it. It's kinda sad enough that you get why Vanitas came there first place, but the airy instruments in there lighten the mood when Xion playfully splashes him.

Smile Again - Gloxinias

2011-01-08T17:11:00.000-08:00

So, be honest. Who thought she was going to say no?

Well, it all worked out! I've been adding more interactions with Terra, Aqua and Ven. It's important now just because they become very important to her.

Short analysis but I just want to make note of some small details you should notice. When we go to Xion (in the present) she hears a note sounding weird. That is important.

Then when we go back to the past Xion says she later learned that the flowers were called gloxinias. Those flowers are important as well.

Okay! Music time!

At Musing's End (piano and strings) by Jesse Chui (go to the title of the song on the website.

When Played: When Vanitas asks if Xion has decided yet.

Reasoning: It just sounded beautiful and was a nice sound to a moment between Vanitas and Xion. Plus to me it sounded like at the end a decision where one is at peace with themselves is made.

Smile Again - Last Request

2011-01-04T18:45:00.000-08:00

Le gasp! Vanitas wants to go out with Xion? But why!?

Well first things first, Xion is still crushing on Ven big time and still a bit angry at Vanitas a bit. I mean girls can hold grudges!

When Vanitas challenged Ven to a game of basketball, was he

A) trying to impress Xion.

B) he doesn't like Ven a lot as Xion thinks

C) He just likes being a jerk and pushing others around

I'll let you lovely readers ponder on that.

I know the chapter is uber short, but I really wanted the cliffhanger to be there! I feel like the next chapter will be short too...but I mean her memory is all fragmenty...hello flashbacks from seven years ago!

But stay tuned my lovely readers!

Music!

Sad Theme (download link because I could not find a youtube link. sorry!)

When it's played: When Xion aids Ven and has her talk with Vanitas.

Reasoning: It has sad overtones but it's fitting with how she feels bad for Ven, not to mention to me it fits Vanitas in general. And it goes well with how Xion wanted to walk away from Vanitas right then and there.

Smile Again - Bittersweet

2010-12-30T22:28:00.000-08:00

So the story starts out with Aqua and Xion shopping. As you can see there is a time skip from Christmas to Valentine's. We have to remember this part of the story is all a memory to Xion. A huge flashback. Only certain things in her memory that stand out the most to her are recollected.

Aqua and Terra are something big because they are what got her started with involvement in Vanitas and Ven's life.

So by snooping around with Terra, Xion finds out Vanitas had set up Terra and Aqua. Of course this confuses Xion. He was the one who wanted Aqua to be with him. Vanitas tells Xion it's her Christmas gift. Something to show a 'nice' side to Vanitas.

Of course it's ruined when he says she basically has no chance with Ven. Jealousy? Hate towards Ven? Just being plain ol' Vanitas? Who is to say right now.

It puts Xion down but Ven comes in to save the day. He takes her out on a date! And right before they depart, Xion sees Vanitas. Xion I guess has sort of has a defiance stance with him at this point. She's thinking 'haha you were wrong.' In a sense she's still like a kid in wanting to prove others wrong and she hopes he is thinking that 'wow Xion was right and I was wrong.'

What he really thinks? Well that's saved for another time.

Music time!

Dreaming Island's Story by Yiruma

(sorry I couldn't find a better version)

When it's played: When Ven suggests to go on a date.

Reasoning: It has a gentle start. I can just imagine Xion being sad, and then when the song picks up in intro is when Ven suggests for a date. It gets a happier tone for when she smiles, but a sad tone when she sees Vanitas.

Smile Again - Christmas Eve

2010-12-19T07:12:00.000-08:00

Hello my lovely readers! Here we are again with another analysis and music corner!

So I'll do music first!

Chapter 5 songs!

Chaconne and Our Moments Together were both used. If you look at previous posts you'll know when they are played.

Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas

When it's played: The second song Xion plays for the family at the house.

Reasoning: This is my favorite piano rendition that I found. I think it suits the mood of the family very well and it just sounds like a song for people who are close to would listen to. Vanitas's parent's adore Xion, so it works!

Okay onto talking about the chapter!

Xion starts out the chapter by thinking of a gift to give Ventus. In the end though, she ends up finding a gift for Vanitas and is still working on Ven. Yuffie's advice sticks to Xion when she picks out the stuffed animal for Vanitas.

To him, he smiles to himself because he thinks she was thinking of him...which as moody as he is, he still needs care!

His parents love Xion! They aren't the stereotypical rich parents. Could be naturally, or because they know to enjoy life more with a sick family member. Although Noctis was awfully cheery for a guy with a major company to worry about and his health.

But yeah, they love Xion out of their own opinion and because just someone has been spending time with their son who has secluded himself with his own issues. She's sort of a hero to them in a way.

Xion is very surprised to see Vanitas smile. He doesn't even realize it when he does. When he looks at her it's not out of hating her that he stops smiling. But when Xion smiles at him, he starts to smile back. But it goes away once the piano stops playing. Maybe he just likes her playing? Or maybe so his parents don't catch him?

No matter how quick, it lingers on in her head and is one of her last thoughts as she heads home. So, who fell in love with who's smile first?

Smile Again - Family Ties

2010-12-06T14:48:00.001-08:00

AND MUSIC!

But anyway! Here's my analysis/small notes

So for chapter four the main point was learning about Vanitas. So Xion and Vanitas get into a tiff of course. Which results in Xion leaving to go and she meets Ventus.

Their relationship is starting to develop into a very close friendship. They are at ease with one another. Unlike Xion, Ventus does have other friends, so it is a big thing that he does want to have lunch with her and chat even if it is just for a bit. Then of course there is the scheming.

You can tell by the way how Ventus teases her that it is really out of fun that he's decided to go out of his way with pairing up Terra and Aqua. So far, the two have been unsuccessful. But it's not something they are completely involved in. They have lives of their own and things to do.

Vanitas doesn't like Ventus. We can tell that, but who does he like since he's so grouchy! But we learn that he does have his own reasonings.

In short Noctis, his dad, is sick he wants to take over to continue the family legacy and such. It is interesting to note that Xion and Vanitas do have something in common. At one point he used to want to be a pianist. Is that why he wants Xion to play? Well maybe, maybe not.

His parents aren't exactly the typical rich parents you see most portrayed to be. From meeting his mother, you can see she is a very down to earth, caring and devoted mother/wife. She loves her family dearly.

My friend pointed out that when I write I love concentrating on the small details. If you guys have ever read my fic Spring Waltz, you know this is completely true. I love the little details in a story. It never catches people's attention so when it becomes essential it's like BAM! So one small detail involved is Stella's words. What her words are, well you'll have to guess.

Another small detail I want to point out (actually this was involved in Stella's words as well haha) Vanitas is not good with words. He's not social so his interactions with people most likely come off wrong than he intends to.

When he tells Xion to make him lunch at the end, it's more like him trying to say thanks for the thought when she wanted to thank him for the carnival event. Xion sort of understands it. She knows he's not good with words now to not get thaaaat angry, but she doesn't full understand his meaning behind things.

Okay so the songs used for this chapter!

Chapter 4 songs!

Chaconne by Yiruma

When played: When Xion is talking with Ventus in the garden about their plans to match up Terra and Aqua

Morning Waltz by Jesse Chui

When it's played: When Stella is talking to Xion about her husband and Vanitas

Reasononing: The beginning of it has a serious tone, and it is a serious tone. To me the song has a mixture of sad, but gentle melody to it and the way Stella talks about the situation she has that tone. Sad, but is able to talk about it.

Smile Again Music!

2010-12-05T09:44:00.000-08:00

Okay, usually I would give you guys a download link for an FST I put together. But, I feel bad for that so I'll just be putting up youtube links for songs and such. Support the artists! I'll also be setting it up so that you guys know what songs play in each chapter!

Chapter 1: Dearly Beloved by Takehiko Yamada

When it's played: When Xion tests out the piano towards the end of the chapter. This is what she plays as Vanitas listens to her.

Reasoning: I picked this song because the first chapter is a prologue and this song is always a menu song. Plus the piano version fits in because Xion is a piano player and such.

Chapter 2: Chaconne by Yiruma

When it's played: When Xion searches and finds the garden along with walking through it with Ventus.

Reasoning: It has kind of an airy feeling. And the garden serves as a place for Ventus and Xion moments, so if there times when I write the garden scenes, you can bet this song would be playing. Usually.

Chapter 3: Our Moments Together by Jesse Chui (These songs couldn't be found on youtube so you have to manually go to the site and press the play button for the desired song)

When it's played: Beginning of chapter when Vanitas tells her to play a song already. Also the background information of the piano room.

Reasoning: The first time this song is played, Xion is actually playing it on the piano. But later on, I might actually have this song just play whenever the two are interacting 'nicely' together in the room. Like how Ventus and Xion have a theme song for their place together this is the theme song for Vanitas and Xion together when they're in the piano room.

Well there you have it! When I get the other chapters up I will post more songs up for all my lovely readers!

Smile Again - Misunderstood

2010-12-01T17:50:00.000-08:00

I love creating squabbles between Vanitas and Xion. It's more entertaining that he almost has a 'hold' on her. You've got her who definitely acts of her own accord, but really has no choice but to obey him. Even if she does she still has her own attitude to add into it.

I love how she is actually trying to pair up Terra and Aqua behind Vanitas's back. And plus it was a good way to develop the relationship between Ventus and Xion as friends.

Vanitas is no doubt a mean guy. But often his actions are misunderstood. Yes, he is naturally cunning and deceiving but I wanted to portray him as a character who has reasons behind what he does. Not someone who just shoves somebody down for the sake of doing it.

It's important for Xion to realize this early on. It's what will help develop the two's relationship together.

And you guys who have read Spring Waltz and are now reading this notice my analysis is different. I'm trying something new. Hope you guys like it!

Smile Again - Three Wishes

2010-11-23T14:59:00.000-08:00

So Vanitas's last name is Caelum. And yes his parents are Stella and Noctis. I think they would be fitting parents for him.

So far from what we know about his mother, she is a kind, understanding sort of woman.

I love how Xion is so bi-polar sometimes. It's nice contrast to Vanitas who can be very serious and one note.

This is also the chapter where Xion meets up with Ventus for the first time. He's portrayed as a very nice guy who gets along with everyone.

Note how Xion has "secret areas" with both Vanitas and Ventus.

Also this chapter shows how Xion is average in school. Probably below average. She's the student who just does what is needed. A difference between her and Aqua. I have to tell you it was very hard thinking of an incentive for Xion to want to be tutored and not leave Radiant Academy.

I guess I kind of do enjoy giving her a hard time by making Vanitas the tutor.

I love the surprise I threw in. Vanitas likes Aqua?! What? Or at least he wants her to ask him out. Both are complete opposites, so what's going on there? Poor Xion has to set it up to, but in reality, she's going against her word.

Vanitas's second wish/task for Xion is for her to play the piano whenever he asks (it may or may not have a pivotal role in the story later on). She doesn't quite get it, but for now just think of it as Vanitas taking advantage of people's skills for his own good.

Smile Again - Prologue

2010-11-21T17:51:00.001-08:00

So Smile Again is a new story of mine that involves my OTP!

The story starts out with Xion reminiscing her time at her old school. She is 23. You're basically taken back into her memories when you read the high school portion of this story.

I plan to bring the readers back to present day after I'm done telling her high school tale.

I added in a love triangle, obvious by how she is crushing on Ventus, a third year student. She hates the school and her only friend is Aqua. Aqua is a fourth year and the president of the student body. She's described as a model student. But she is still in her high school years, evident when she's shy about Xion bringing up her crush Terra.

This was a very short introductory chapter. So I can't really say much about it without giving it away.

But, here are the characters and a little bit of info.

Xion - 2nd year student. In the performing arts deparment, more specifically piano.

Vanitas - 4th year student. He is in the academics department. He's very smart and rich.

Aqua - 4th year student. In the academics department and excels at school and being a leader.

Ventus - 3rd year student. In the academics department and is on the basketball team.

Terra - 4th year student. In the academics department and is on the football team. Good friends with Ventus.

So my elements in this story that I have drawn from previous stories of mine are: rich kids, first person because I feel like I write better like that, and a high school and adult story points of view.

Hope you guys enjoy!

Spring Waltz: Chapter 20

2010-11-21T17:44:00.000-08:00

Yay! I finished it! I'm sorry it took so long! Don't kill me!

Okay so some notes and such about this last chapter.

There is a time skip. Roxas was back from his practically a year business trip. Namine is still in France. I wonder how many of you were like WHAT!? when you saw that Namine and Xion were friends.

I never wanted Xion to be the bad character :O I just made her seem like it tis all~

Namine does make it back in time for Selphie's wedding :D

And there she meets Roxas!!

Namine's feeling that she decided to go with was she wanted closure. Roxas didn't. And yes for all you smart cookies, I incorporated a lot of the stories themes into this last chapter. I figure I had to tie them all together somehow.

It's symbolic that Roxas took Namine off the dance floor hand in hand!

Another year passes. And I wanted it tie in with how the story started. Namine observing what she was like. I also wanted it to make it seem like Roxas and Namine were getting married. But they weren't. It was Xion and Vanitas (my OTP now by the way. I'm obssessed!).

I wanted the ending to be kind of in the air. They are together, but you don't know what the future holds. It ends with the reading feeling like they do have a strong chance of being together.

So that's it :D I hope you guys enjoyed the story and thank you all for supporting me all the way to the end! Much love to all of you guys. Even more to those who actually read this blog!

Spring Waltz: Chapter 17

2009-09-08T21:29:00.000-07:00

Woot analysis time! Sorry for the delay folks. School is such a pain in the A-S-$ xD Moving along now~

So it starts out with Namine reflecting on why they had a fight. And looking at her memories you see the two being playful and adorableness with one another. Brings it back to the whole 'perfect on top and a wreck beneath it all' thing that goes on as a whole in the story.

But so happy moment ruined when Kairi's in the hospital! So Namine rushes like mad there. So our poor Kairi fainted. But of course it's a good thing she went to the hospital because we find out excellent news. She's pregnant! It was a perfect chance to give a little Kairi x Sora fluff since the story has lacked it a bit.

And in comes Olette~! Of course she brings bad news by saying she wasn't going to take the job. What is this right!? We know she's hired by Ven and it's that reason why she doesn't want to work for him because of Namine's 'history' with him. But of course Namine doesn't know whether if it's with Ven or Aqua since she sees them both at the hospital. Bit o' tension there so she slips out~

Only to leave the hospital and into Roxas's loving arms. Booyah! So Roxas takes her to the beach! Woot to see a sunrise! Spending the night together on a beach?! How romantic!

Of course things take a turn for the worse when Namine realizes she grabbed Roxas's [Ven] camera that he gave her oh so long ago. Of course she hides it from Roxas only for it to be exposed later. [symbolism people, symbolism right here!]

So of course when Roxas finds it he acts out. Namine believing it's out of jealousy. A lot of you readers got this right or spot on close about why Roxas reacted the way he did.

Roxas offers her a new one in exchange for her to rid of the old one. Ever since he met Namine he wanted to forget about the past and start over with her. Kinda like how Spring is a season for new beginnings [gotta love that symbolism] Roxas is striving for that and that includes getting rid of everything that would remind her [or even him] of the past. It's a haunting factor for both sides really.

But of course at the same time it's also a good check up for Roxas. When he asked her where she got it from she answer's Ventus. That would be reassuring to him to prove that she still thinks it's Ven and doesn't remember it's Roxas.

Don't you love how things begin to crack bit by bit? But of course they make up later when it returns to the present. Roxas apologizes and my is Namine just too forgiving or understanding? I'm curious to see what you guys think.

But nice cafe moment is ruined by Xion. To get rid of her? Roxas has to talk to her. Alone.

Xion and Roxas meet. She holds a double edged sword to his throat practically with her little bet/proposal. Roxas must tell Namine the truth by the end of the year. The only silver lining is that if she forgives him at all will everything disappear and he can be together with her. If she doesn't forgive him he must go through the enagement. If he doesn't tell her he must go through the engagement plus the fact that Xion will tell Namine herself if need to. It's not good hearing that from someone else. And if he doesn't agree to the conditions at all he still has to marry Xion.

Looks like the guy really doesn't have any other option. Between Xion and Roxas's mother you have to wonder who's the real puppeteer here?

Thanks everyone you've been amazing! Look forward to chapter 18!

Spring Waltz: Chapter 16

2009-08-07T23:11:00.000-07:00

What time is it!? Analysis tiiiiiiiiiime! Don't shoot me for the lameness xD Anyway...!

We start off with Xigbar and Mama Roxas. Bit of a darker tone start huh? Well she's got something nasty planned as you couldn't tell already. And so mean comparing our beloved Namine to a weed Dx

Even if Xigbar is on the bad side, as I've said and I'm saying it again I lurve writing about the Org. Members and that includes him as well :P

Namine's lazy day! I admit adding that in there was mostly partly due to me having such a tough time writing this chapter!! It's like a building block chapter for me so it was dull writing some parts. BUT I got into it at the end :D

So Namine starts her day and we see Leon again! So connecting to the end and now we know that Xigbar was trying to force Namine out of the apartment. No doubt a scheme by Mama Roxas. But Leon doesn't cave!! See he does care!

A girl would also like to hope that she’s wrong about all this because seeing your boyfriend’s mother’s worker first thing in the morning usually isn’t a good sign.
Boy did I hit that theory on the target.

When Namine says that it's like a hint. Because yes it was a bad sign. Things were just horrible that day for her.

This was even comfirmed when she said: I think this was when I realized that this would be the day where things would be taking a turn for the worse.

Which was right before she met up with Olette. First off before we get into that. That line up above is a hint. A bit of foreshadow if you will. Things are about to go downhill and all serious and dramatic like starting with this chapter.

As shown when we see Olette crying like no other. The reasoning? Well you guys know. It's cuz she got fired by her job. And everyone and their mother (literally) knows it's all because of Namine. That explains why Olette felt bad about everytime she looked at Namine. I mean you can't tell one of your best friends "ohey I got fired cuz of you. kthnxbai!"

But really we do know that they all have a share of their problems. Selphie was mentioned beforehand with her history of dates. But that was fixed. So of course the others will be fixed...in due time. We've got Namine...well this whole story is her problem. Olette with the job, Papa Olette (I felt a need for that xD), and the whole wedding, and Kairi was mentioned to be exhausted. Two reasons. More on that later kiddies ;D

So Xiggy spying again. Mentioning how Mama Roxas is just 'toying' with her. Oh dear...

Then we have Aqua and Ven time. Aqua goes on to explain what she's had to deal with. First the call for help from Namine which failed. Then the call from Larxene and company. Yay for more Org. Member moments!

All in all we have everyone trying to go behind each others backs and do things. Some more helpful than others. In this case Roxas's org members are the helpful ones :P

We go to Namine. Now of course you think omg Axel told Roxas? But wasn't he trying to prevent Roxas from knowing? But in reality Roxas gave Roxas totally different news xD

Which leads to Namine cleaning. There's another foreshadowing moment in this hiding somewhere hehehe ^^

But moving along Namine finds some old photos. Good ones...and in her mind bad ones. If only she knew. On one of the photos the date March 21st is mentioned. The reason? It's officially (on my calendar anyway) the first day of spring! And flashback!

In this flashback you notice...she almost remembered his name :O Well like I said this is the chapter where everything just starts to crumble and here's where the first crack is! Course that damn delivery boy ruined everything xD

Namine of course tries to forget about it, which brings us to one of the reoccuring themes in the story. You can't forget about the past.

Oh and why didn't I include the date? Cuz I gave you guys enough fluff the past two chapters xD This one has a more serious and downer edge to it.

So moving to Xion and Luxord. So Xion has something planned. And she doesn't like Mama Roxas interfering. She shows concern towards Namine. Makes her character seem like an enigma. I mean do you like or hate the girl here? Make up your mind! We're at a war here woman! Well in any case what is Xion planning, we'll just have to wait and seeeee!

Delay T.T

2009-07-31T16:58:00.001-07:00

Urg I was hoping this wouldn't happen. Sorry guys but looks like another delay for the next chapter of Spring Waltz.

I'm really sorry! It's been hectic over here what with cramming in last minute things for a family wedding and the whole lack of inspiration. School is starting in less than 2 weeks so I have that to worry about as well.

I won't be able to post tonight like planned but I'm hoping for a post tomorrow? If not you can expect one sometime during the weekdays~

Once again I apologize T.T

Spring Waltz: Chapter 15

2009-07-24T18:17:00.000-07:00

Alright so chapter 15!

Mmkies so Chapter 15 had a couple of purposes. Introduction of Aqua and Ven into Namine's life xD & to give you hints that mama roxas and Xion are planning something...seperately of course!!

We start it off with Namine enjoying her morning. That is until she thinks and then getting a phone call from Olette causing her to worry. Of course it's nothing to worry about.

After all, Olette only did spur on the wrath of Kairi xD So we find out, reluctantly because of Kairi, that Aqua is a wedding planner and was hired by Olette and Hayner for their wedding. I'm so mean to Namine sometimes XD But there's a reason for Aqua being there besides making Namine's life more complicated.

So moving along to Mama Roxas and Xion's chitchat. It's interesting to note how Xion acts. You would think they'd be on the same side. Mama Roxas believes it to be because of the whole seperation during college.

On the other hand for Xion it seems like she doesn't want to do as dirty deeds as Mama Roxas and even tell hers to leave Namine out of this whole thing. Really makes you question her character a bit.

Then yay for Demyx and Larxene! Haha their interactions along with Namine make me giggle and I love writing about it. Once again I"m so mean to Namine having her run into Ventus. But at least it's just silent awkardness this time? Yeah I know, shutting up.

The dialogue between Namine and Roxas I think is another thing. I like to add fluff to balance out my meanness towards them xD

Roxas is starting to slip~ But he makes up an excuse which is actually true but Namine doesn't know it. So what does that mean? More to come next chappies loves~

Spring Waltz: Chapter 14

2009-07-17T15:44:00.000-07:00

I IS BACK!

Hello, hello! Had a great vacation :D and now I'm back with a chapter. I think I'm still in vacation mode as this chapter was hard to write T.T That or it's because I'm now in the middle and that's always difficult for me to write -.-

First thing is first. Hope you guys enjoy the mini FST. Don't expect a song analysis soon because that will be happening towards the end of Spring Waltz cuz the songs are reused :P Hence the mini! Now onto analysis of 14!

Olette is getting married!!! Yeah-yuh! Of course I was going to give her a happy ending. Someone has to be happy in this fic right? *get's shot for it not being Namixas right now* Yes, I think I might involve Olette's wedding in. I mean it will be shown, but I want to use it more plot wise...if that makes sense to you guys o.o

Then we move on to Roxas at his office finishing up some last minute work things before going to see Namine. Yay date! Of course our ~~favorite~~ Xion shows up. Isn't it creepy that she just acts so happy go lucky like nothing happened? I love portraying her like that. Xion has more layers to her then one can imagine. Tsk tsk.

However not so sure Axel and Roxas are appreciating it. She of course get's angry at Roxas. It's like scary how much she wants to be with him. Tying in with 358/2 days a bit like as she starts to lose it ya know? But it's not like she's full blown out mental yet or anything. (@vanillapuff, I know you're just waiting for this to happen xD)

But she does threaten Roxas to tell Namine everything. Which is not good. On soooo many levels xD I really am too mean to my OTP Dx

Then Ven (HEART VEN! *cough*urm sorry about that) comes in with Aqua and lawl at Roxas and how he notices a more...different Aqua. Pregnant characters are fun to write I think xD

Even more so when the moodswings kick in. Poor Ven xD So Roxas goes off not wanting to be late but has given the ok for Aqua to be involved. Jeez everyone and their mother (hint hint) is going to know at this point. EXCEPT NAMINE! Tsk, tsk.

So Ventus goes on to tell Aqua. It's the basics that we know, except from Ven's point of view. So Namine did in fact went out with Ven, leading to that very first flashback that appeared in the story.

I walked up the stairs accompanied by some other girl who was there to work on a project with someone else in the house.

“So you’re going on a date with him?” I nodded happily.

The door opened revealing a boy with blonde spiky hair and blue eyes. He took one look at us and shouted towards the stairs. “Hey Ventus, your date is here.” Sure enough coming down those stairs was the other half to the pair. Yellow spiky hair and all.

He looked in my direction and smiled. “You look beautiful. I can’t wait for our date!”

So the other girl who was going to work on the project was someone else was Aqua and Roxas. Hence the jealousy xD So Namine did go out with Ventus, but just once. Of course Roxas sure knew how to play his cards right twisting his own little story out of it.

Then Ven continues going on about how the mama Roxas sure liked to mess with them. Resulting in Ven seperating from family and even eloping (@KiomeYasha HA I always planned an eloping but it just made me LOL when you thought it should be Namine & Roxas). Which leaves Namine and Roxas as a target. So there are still some minor details needed to be cleared up by what resulted in the split.

Namine says Roxas cheated on her Ven says Roxas doesn't tell him anything and this author says you'll just have to wait (@Caity-4479, @summerIIfire you guys and your non-patientness! Dx Also @Coolystar89796 You even shunned me for a second because I didn't feel like writing!)

So now we go to picnic!! Roxas and his cooking skills...I envy T.T But Roxas is tired of what's been going on so he takes a nap on Namine's lap cuteee!!

Of course Namine ends up taking a nap. Peaceful scene made me want to take a nap too Dx

But we have to dreams/flashbacks. A somewhat positive and well just entirely negative one. One on another promise by Ventus -actually Roxas- where Namine believes her being there or just her existance in his life entirely is a mistake. Poor thing.

Then we have the aftermath of when they broke up. Namine doesn't believe that Ventus -once again really Roxas- is even serious about this. She says she knows him to well, but gee he sure is convincing from a reader's point of view. Makes you think what he's thinking in his head while this is going on (hint hint).

Oh, that flashback and dialogue was inspired by the song Another Heart Calls by the All American Rejects. It's a good listen :O

So they wake up. And Namine thinks about this. She feels like her life is on repeat (oh what you don't know Namine) and so she's worried about losing Roxas like she did Ventus -aka Roxas-

But Roxas unbeknownst to him uses the same lines he did way back when. Well to an extent. But of course Namine finds comfort in them, just like she did so long ago. History repeating itself indeed.

And then the drama ensues. Holy essssss bomb Mama Roxas is here!? I can't give them a break huh? Well she states how the lower class never learn. She's just acting all so high and mighty I'm ready to push her off her horse...but in later chapters mind you xD

It was nice having little inserts of chatting with my reviewers. In fact it's nice talking to you guys ^^ Hmm...maybe I'll considering posting up a Q&A sometime. Let me know what you think about that via comments! Or you know what send me a question via comments and if I get enough I'll post it up. I'm out!

Chapter 14 Delay

2009-07-09T22:02:00.000-07:00

So sorry to inform you guys no update on Spring Waltz this weekend! I'm out of town and won't be able to type or update, so expect one next weekend! Sorry guys!

Radiant Life

2009-07-07T14:05:00.000-07:00

It's not officially starting yet, but here's the roleplaying forum I created. http://radiantlife.forumotion.net/

You should join!!

Poll

2009-07-06T19:26:00.000-07:00

Alright so if you notice in the sidebar, I have a new widget. A poll!! Please check it out as I would like some feedback. Please and thank ya~

And for those who already saw it before this post, yes I realized there are like 138679684 Kingdom Hearts RP forums out there but all are so bustling or dead in the role playing area that I think a new one would be easier for users to get involved in rather then having to catch up or navigate around the huge ones. Leave comments for any additional questions. If enough votes, I'll be sure to post up more about the forum :D

I love it, now you love it too!

2009-07-05T15:31:00.000-07:00

Click image for original and bigger size!

AEOFUDFKLAEHFOIDUFKAF! That's my reaction when I first saw this. My friend Kryssa, known as Coolystar89796 on fanfic photoshopped me this lovely picture that goes along with my current fanfic, Spring Waltz. Gah, I wish I had photoshopping skills!

Love this image :D Plus, who doesn't love Namine and Roxas fanart?? Which I have a folder full of...no judgey!

ANYWAY, it's fantabulous and thanks so much Kryssa! You're a peach!

Spring Waltz: Chapter 13

2009-07-02T23:34:00.000-07:00

So wow first chapter with part 2, and I have to say I'm pleased with how it turned out.

Poor Namine running into Ventus right away like that. But, it just adds more complications to a story which I love because everything is just that much more satisfying when it's resolved!

And so how to solve this? A cake meeting. It's nice to know that all the girls have different personalities. I like diversity and it can be useful. Although it just gives Namine more to think about. It's interesting to note how she says bad things happens in three.

So we move along to find out Xion is moving out. Can't blame that cuz I mean she is engaged to Namine's boyfriend after all. That explains what Xion wanted Luxord to take care of which she mentioned in the previous chapter. So the girl had it all planned out.

This is only more evident when Xion has a chat with Namine. She's determined to win Roxas back but she states that she hadn't planned on the engagement to be announced right then and there. So mama Roxas and her aren't allies but they are still against Namine and Roxas. Oy, the oppositions.

She even goes as far as to threatning her with something she knows that could hurt Namine? Wonder what that could be. Xion probably did grow fond of Namine during that time because she mentions how since they used to be friends she doesn't want to hurt her. But of course if she has to, she will.

So Ven informs Roxas on Xion...and Ven is moving too. I wanna add more Ven in. I just luffles him. But what is that going to bring to later chapters?! Bet you guys can't wait! Axel at the beginning mentions on how Roxas is making her fall in love a second time and if things don't work out there's a third time. Although how a third time would work if she ever found out, seems pretty farfetch'ed. But note that three again!

I told you guys I wanted more Ven and I did just that...much to Namine's demise. He comes to the cafe, but he doesn't know she's there and she prevents that by hiding behind the counter. Too cute Namine.

I'm so mean to Namine. When she gets back up she's faced with Aqua and what's worse Aqua recognizes her! So we know Ven and Aqua dated in high school the same time Namine and Roxas were going out. So Aqua is about to say high school but Namine only remembers something starting with an h which she thinks that Aqua recognizes her as the girl who hugged Roxas.

OH MY GOSH! I just loved typing up this next part. So Xion shows up again and runs into Roxas who she founds out lied to her...and sees Namine. Wonder how that's going to affect things. Judging by her last words...I'm going to say not good.

But to make up for that I did give Namine and Roxas a very cute scene together. It's so cute how he remembers she'd like to visit France one day! And they finally say the L word to each other. Though how Roxas says it you can interpret it two ways now that we know the truth. One, he still loves her despite him being engaged or two, he still loves her even after all this time.

Well Namine doesn't know which but she does know she loves him too and won't lose him. A resolve that is sure to affect the outcome of this story!

Spring Waltz: Chapter 9-12 Songs

2009-06-28T22:29:00.000-07:00

Ok first off this will be the last song analysis of part one of Spring Waltz. Also, note to those who are curious the next chapter of Spring Waltz is not the final chapter. It's just the beginning chapter of part 2. Don't ask how many chapters are in part 2. Still trying to figure that out myself xD

Right so this song analysis will be more spoiler-y since a lot has been revealed since chapter 9. So brace yourself for those who haven't gotten past chapter 9 and up yet! Or how about you go read it first and come back to this blog post :P

Chapter 9
Chapter 9 had a cute little ending didn't it? So what better way to have a cute ending then with a cute little song. So, I chose One More Time by Tree Bicycles. Another foreign song but I love love love the lyrics. It can fit into the story several ways I think.

The lyrics focus on like loving your special person once again despite everything and what not. Fits because Roxas is all talking about how he'll come back for her and such. So despite the distance he wants their relationship to give it a go even after he's been gone so long.

Another way it fits, for those who've finished up to chapter 12, it's because well despite the past that Roxas had with Namine he still wants to risk everything, even lying and wants the bad memories to go away, so they can be with one another and love each other once more. See how that works? It's cohesive! Had it all planned in my little head. Just took awhile to get it out to you guys xD

Chapter 10
I sort of already did an analysis for the chapter 10 song but I'll give a short briefing of it. The song was Draw of the Song by Joo Ji Hoon. This is actually a Korean singer doing a French cover of the song which was originally Korean called I Only Know Love by Shim So Bong. Although that version is a bit too old fashioned for my taste.

Anyway, so the song fit the criteria of a serenade type for Roxas to sing to Namine. I imagined at the beginning of the story of him serenading to her but I didn't want it to be just plain old serenading. I wanted it to have more feeling. So if you read the lyrics and understood it like Namine, he basically confessed his love to her. Cute right? *sigh* someone find me a guy like Roxas xD

I've put up the translation of this song twice now but I want to look at a particular part of the lyrics.

Yesterday I cried,
but because of you today,
I’ll be happy tomorrow.

This part also connects with the story as whole as well. Yesterday representing their past and how it was rather saddening for both parties. Today, being the present they have a future to look forward to to be happy with one another...although with recent developments that future is a bit foggy right now xD

Chapter 11
Immaterial White by FreeTEMPO was the song that occured during Namine's little shopping trip. Where she goes around the city and explores. It had a nice upbeat to it that kinda fits with a scene where you see someone going around a new place.

The second song used for this chapter was Chaconne 2 by Yiruma. It's called 2 because the original is just a piano version. I liked the guitar version. I don't know it makes it seem a bit more dreamy and playful? Which matches with the small flashback Namine has of 'Ventus' which we all know by now was really Roxas.

Which I would like to note that even though we know it's Roxas in all those flashbacks, it still mentions various times of her dating the other brother and it even connects Namine and Ventus as dating on the character chart that came with the mini FST. That'll be explained as well in part 2 of the story.

Chapter 12
Our Same Word (Orchestra Version) by Yiruma is the last song used for part one. The orchestra version just fits so perfectly with the interaction that Namine and Roxas have once he catches up with her and kisses her. The stringed instruments give it that sense of sadness the two are now dealing with but the piano gave it a hopeful mood. Plus the title Our Same Word fits with how their promises are still being kept and the same one is basically being remade.

Spring Waltz: Second Waltz

2009-06-25T11:03:00.001-07:00

So everybody here's the mini gift for the 2nd Part of Spring Waltz. As you can see under the title the mini FST is labed as Second Waltz. It's a mini soundtrack because there are less songs and because most are instrumental they will be used more frequently. The music for part is more consistant this time around.

Also after downloading the mini FST there is also the tiniest of gifts along with the files. It's just an image of a character chart for the story. With so many characters and connections I thought it'be nice to have a chart to help map things out. Hope you guys enjoy!

Download mini FST

Tracks
1) 너와 나 (Prelude) by Casker [Still the main theme song of the story which is why it is included again. Played during previews]

2) Flowers We Are by Yiruma

3) Love is by Kim Ho Joon

4) Sad Theme by Kim Hyung Seok

5) When You Love by Park Gun-Hyung

6) Who Are You (Bossa Version) by Winterplay

Translations
너와 나 (Prelude) by Casker ---> You And I (Prelude)
Nothing can possibly seperate us.
It seems as if we will be like this forever
you and me.
But the thing that seperated us was also
you and me.
What can possibly seperate us?
It seems as it would stay that way forever
you and me.
But the thing that seperated us was you and me.
La la la la la la la la la la la

When You Love by Park Gun-Hyung
I always thought that you were love
when I gave you wounds through words
that failed to notice you and just found love.
That love left.

Time goes by like an arrow.
That warm embrace is cooled.
Sleep which this night can't hold,
only loneliness is with me.

I guess I'll live breathing
With my hardening heart
That kind mind that came towards me,
I accept the punishment painfully.

If we can't go back,
then let me ask of you this one favor.
Leave me in your most dazzling memory.
Even if you've left me, don't hate the memory.

Even sorrow will gradually be forgotten through the years.
The memories will vaguely leave.
My exhausted mind
has now found a place to rest.

I guess I'll live breathing
With my hardening heart
That kind mind that came towards me,
I accept the punishment painfully.

If we can't go back,
then let me ask of you this one favor.
Leave me in your most dazzling memory.
Even if you've left me, don't hate the memory.

Spring Waltz: Chapter 12

2009-06-25T10:33:00.001-07:00

Ello ello poppets and puppets. Here is the analysis for the final chapter of part one of Spring Waltz.

Now why did I divide the story into 2 parts? Well for starters in a metaphorical way think of part one and part two as the first dance and second dance. It fits in with the theme of how "Love is like a dance floor." Things entering and leaving constantly, it goes with how people AND problems are entering and leaving and entering Namine and Roxas's lives.

So part one ended with more complications thus leading to part 2~ So onto the analysis!

The cake meeting. Once again the girls are featured to help Namine out with another major dilemna. It's funny I think to see how they freak out just as much as Namine over the situation. And after giving advice it's like she's calmed down for a bit but she could just be lying to herself and the girls since the cake meeting shouldn't last forever.

So small mentioning of Selphie dating and there will be more moments [hopefully] of the girls and their men in part two.

Next is Xion's part. She never seemed like the type to go all 'business and deep' on your ass but here we show that side of her. It makes you think whether her happy-go-lucky demanding side is really a part of her or just another facade. It seems these days in Spring Waltz everyone has different and hidden intentions then expected.

It's only more apparent that whatever is affection Xion is making others notice it as well. Namine knows it and she senses the vibes. I don't want to make the girl dense but I don't want to shout out details right to the world so I just give Namine's thoughts as more of intuitions and gut feelings on situations of others. She has thoughts but doesn't really delve further into them. She's more like a person who questions her own motives rather then others.

So with Xion gone for the day that leaves Namine all alone. Until a surprise visit from Xigbar...with a gift!
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Namine's third dress. A hint within the chapter that an event is coming up! A rather suspicious one as she finds an invite to a dinner party for Roxas. Whether it's from Roxas himself or not she doesn'tknow.

Roxas however is better at connecting the pieces of this whole situation once Axel informs of the info that he got. Roxas can already see that this isn't going to turn out well what with everyone being there. Too bad the poor guy can't figure out the real reason. At least his brother is there for support!

I really want to include more of Ven in the story. Obvious reasons for Namine since she believes she used to date him. But I have other plans going around in the head and we'll see if they stick.

So still no Namine but you see things are different this time around with the way Xion and Roxas interact.

Roxas is rather mad at Xion and she says she doesn't have a clue of tonight's events and the central focus on the argument is Namine.

Of course Roxas wants to just think she's safe when in reality she appears. Talk about speak of the devil.

Namine notices Ven and Axel when she enters the dining room. I think it's interesting to note that Namine is whole-heartedly trying to forget about Ven. If she were to have a direct confrontation she'd go all out like she drunkenly did with Roxas. But she wants to forget him and just find his brother. That's all that matters to her now.

Of course Xion shows up and Namine notes right away she isn't exactly thrilled to see her. Of course before even going into more details Mama Roxas makes an announcement and oh is it a big one.

As if there wasn't enough for Roxas dealing with the lies he's said to Namine and her having actually run into his brother, he is now finding himself engaged. To Xion of all things. As mentioned in a few chapters back Xion's company was climbing and for the mother to make this sort of deal it actually pays off several ways for her. Also Xion's company being called the TFE group is an acronym of Three hundred and Fifty Eight days.

Not only does the company get benefits by merging with a rising powerful company but she's hoping to deal a heavy blow to her son's relationship. She's not even involved in the company but she's so powerful she can influence things like this.

Namine is utterly shocked and to make matters worse Ven sees her. Ven seeing her is kind of a way just to show that Ven is watching out for his brother but it also shows just how much Namine doesn't want to see him at all. Which should lead to complications if she ever finds out the truth about Roxas.

This next conversation from Roxas helps reveals a couple of things. Xion states this wasn't supposed to happen. Of course Roxas isn't believing her words earlier of how she didn't know what was going on. This will be touched on in part 2, but I might as well give a quick explanation on things.

Xion in previous part of this chapter states how money has influenced her. Influenced her in a way she can get Roxas back. Which goes back to what Roxas asked. What wasn't supposed to happen was Namine finding out about the engagement in this manner. Xion knew about the engagement she was just surprised it was announced the way it was. Shocking for all characters I believe.

Namine puts pieces together the way she sees the situation developing. From her gut judgement earlier Xion had been hiding something from her making her believe maybe question Xion's 'friendship' Then you can add in the person she truly...you can probably guess the word which is love, but she doesn't say it as it's sort of like they need to tell one another first before even the readers hear/read the words themselves. Although we know how they feel. But yeah the person she cares for most is now engaged to the so called friend.

It's hard to see that happen all in one night and then when you're in a weak state someone you knew from your past to see that vulnerable side of you it must be very painful for Namine.

Roxas to the rescue...sort of. He wants to take Namine back, back so she can be away from all of this. But even Namine knows how things are now. He's engaged and she can't stop that because she's not influential like Xion or anyone else up there with him. She knows things aren't going to be solved that easily as Roxas is hoping

So the girl sends him back. But she tells him that he came back for her and that makes her happy enough. So she'll wait for him again.

Which leaves our main couple in quite a distress as this leaves a deep mark on the progress of their relationship. So how are they going to deal with all of this and how will it be solved? Well that's up to part two to resolve :D

As for a special since it is the last chapter of part one, I'll be telling you who says each lines in the preview. Don't read if you don't like to be spoiled, but it's just a little treat for you guys.

WARNING: SPOILERS!

“Guess who’s moving?” -Ven
“I still love you.” -Roxas
“If you don’t want to get hurt, then stay away!” -Xion
“It’s strange…I really don’t feel anything.” -Namine
“Oh I remember you!” -Aqua

Birthday Thanks!

2009-06-21T09:04:00.001-07:00

Well today is officially my birthday, and I just wanted to say thanks to all the reviewers for the birthday wishes!

I'm working on chapter 12 so expect that up sometime!
Thanks everyone and have a good Father's Day!

Spring Waltz: Chapter 11

2009-06-19T15:45:00.000-07:00

Alright analysis for chapter 11. Get ready folks it's a big one!

So Namine and Xion finally arrive at their destination. I think for this small part it's interesting to note how Namine still gets surprised by everything of the upper class.

Then comes the conversation with Roxas and Mama Roxas. She totally tries to play it off as being the innocent type and the doting mother but Roxas is so used to her antics he see's right through her. I think it's creepy to note that even though he warns her and is being all serious, she isn't fazed by it one bit. Makes you think just how cynical and powerful this woman can be.

At the end she does break the facade a little in telling how Roxas needs to drop Namine but I love how Roxas retaliates in his dialogue with her. After he leaves in enters Xemnas. Note how the mother states that he had been keeping tabs on Ventus. And now she's sending someone to watch over Roxas. She sure likes to be in the know!

It's interesting to see the similiarities between Roxas and Xion in this next part just because of their pacing and lack of being able to notice anything around them. However Xion is working hard to locate Roxas for Namine, although that hasn't been working to well. Just like how Zexion noted in the previous chapter on how they are good at hiding.

And of course Xion has to go to work but sends Namine with her bodyguard to go shopping. Roxas's treat of course.

So what does she do? What any girl would do while in a foreign country! Shop around and take in the sites of this brand new place. Of course she still misses Roxas to the point where she thinks she's delusional. But she does see him and even finds herself running to see him.

Remember how I said I liked to mess around with foreshadowing in the first few chapters? Here we go with foreshadowing number one! In chapter 4 Kairi states “I thought they were identical? You’re so weird. How would you know if both were standing side by side. You could run up to hug one and it’d be the other. Also, an identical twin doesn’t mean identical personalities you know.”

BAM! Namine, thinking he was Roxas, ran up and hugged Ventus instead! Jeez the poor shock the girl had. And the one to point it out? Aqua~ Yay, I'm glad I could include her in this story!

Ventus notes that she looks familiar but says nothing more because of Aqua.

Namine heads off and get's ready to have a worldly cake meeting of course. However we won't be seeing the details of this meeting until the next chapter~

Then it goes to Ventus who is visiting Roxas. It's interesting to note he already knows of one of the 'spies' of his mothers. The one today? Is Xigbar! Woot! Another organization member. He totally fits the bill too don't you think? Him being a sniper type in the game it's like he can 'track' anyone down pretty easily.

Then Ven goes up to meet Roxas. Here we learn Ven is all happy on his own over there with a wife, being Aqua, and is expecting a kid. Yay! Congratz to him.

Here's where the bombshell comes in.

Ven tells him how he met a girl that looked a lot like Roxas used to date. What!?

Roxas realizes automatically it's Namine and him and Axel's suggestions show they were not expecting that in any way or form at all.

So what is she doing here? That's where the org. members back at home come in. I just wanted to include them in again xD

But so details are given and they stay on the line to hear the explanation Roxas gives Ventus.

ANOTHER FORESHADOWING MOMENT!

In chapter 5 Selphie says "Naminé that little gift of yours, I swear someday it’ll turn on you!" & "Oh come on. You have an uncanny ability of taking bits and pieces of different memories and constructing it into your own little story so we believe as you please."

It kind of did turn on her as Roxas uses a somewhat similar tactic that made it easier for him to convince her the next time they'd meet that it was Ventus she had dated all along and not him. When in reality Roxas was the one she dated all along and he just wanted a second chance with her. Not very much to Ven's liking since there he was across the world not knowing that someone wasn't exactly liking him too much.

Of course this secret is only revealed to the org. members, Ven, and you of course the readers. Oh it's also something I'd like to add on how I mentioned Axel was the type of guy that seemed to know more then he let on. He was well aware of Roxas's secret before the other org. members. Thus would explain the little advice he gives to Namine. It pays a bit being one of your boss's best friend huh?

So we know what's going on Roxas's side but how is that going to work with Namine. Then again the girl has no idea. Let's leave it that way for now as we move on...

...back to Mama Roxas. Xigbar comes back noting it was easy to place the listening device on Ven. Which he had actually done this when he was removing the so called 'lint' on him. Then the mother's all too eerie tone of happiness is a bit irksome and we're left off with wondering what in the world she has planned.

So there you have it! A lot was revealed in this chapter, but there are still things more to come! Please note you guys are free to comment if anything still needs to be cleared up!

I'd also like to remind you that chapter 12 will be the last chapter in the first installment of Spring Waltz. Part two will start with chapter 13 and I already have the mini gifts prepared for the second part of the story. Hope you guys enjoyed!

Spring Waltz: Chapter 10

2009-06-13T00:09:00.000-07:00

Alright you guys are sort of getting a two-for-one analysis this time around. I'll have to go into details with one of the songs that was used in this chapter. But here goes!

I find it funny on how Namine mopes around while on the job and Tifa, Aerith, and Yuffie all have their own comments about it. Gives them a chance to have their personalities shine through a bit.

Then Namine goes to reminiscing about the day she said goodbye to Roxas at the airport. Oh Axel, how I love thee xD His character is just too fun to write about. It was fun making him seem so obvious about letting Roxas and Namine have their alone time together :D

So they dabble a little bit about the idea of Namine and Xion living together. Roxas is more concerned than Namine which makes sense considering current girlfriend with the ex+bodyguard.

Moving on to Roxas's discover of Namine's music taste! Music is important I think. I mean music is used in waltz is it not. It's a small relation >:D But Roxas discovers a song on her playlist in a different language. More on that later though.

I think Axel's comment: "He’d do anything for you. Commit that to memory." Is very crucial for Namine to remember. Also probably for the readers as well :P

The way she says goodbye, it's obvious she's lying but she kinda does admit in a way she isn't ok with it shown when she buries herself in him. It's a sweet gesture I think.

Three days turn to three weeks according to Namine. And of course she still mopes around the house. Personally I think it's a teensy bit entertaining haha.

But then Roxas calls! Namine is so happy she ends up dropping the phone. It's the tiny details like this that really make up their relationship so far. They don't need to go all out to express their feelings to another.

I mean it may seem like it what with Roxas serenading her, but the way he's doing it's rather indirect.

The song used is Draw of The Song by Joo Ji Hoon. This is actually a cover of a song called I Only Know Love by Shim Soo Bong. This version came from a Korean movie called The Naked Kitchen. This is the French version...sort of xD He's asian, so don't expect dead on French pronounciation folks. But of course Namine knows the lyrics of the song but it's in French so it's not like it's right word for word.

But the last line of the song is sung in it's original language, thus Namine knows what it's mean. It's to show she isn't a dense girl ahha. Here are the lyrics:

Draw Of The Song by Joo Ji Hoon
The moment you come to my side,
I love the way you look at me.
Yesterday I cried,
but because of you today,
I’ll be happy tomorrow.
It’s not your face or look I need,
but your soft love.
The past is forgotten.
I'm helpless without you…
I know nothing but love.

Namine also kind of mentions how he and both of her feel indirectly. For those who quite didn't get it, Roxas basically confessed his love for her in a song and she'll wait for those actual three words from him. I think the lyrics in this song do have key points in it that relate to the story overall.

Ha Xion once again shows her 'blunt' attitude again by just waltzing [no pun intended] into Namine's room and filling up a suitcase with her belongings. They're going on a trip...

...to Roxas's company building xD But, yay for the Org. Members! Larxene has that 'tude again and Demyx cowering rather fits with how they acted in the game I think.

But yay for Zexion telling! However he doesn't seem worried about their reason for the trip saying that it's unlikely they'll find her. Bet we can guess who that is. He also says if they're looking for Roxas and Axel themselves that percentage drops. It's interesting to note that he says they can be good at hiding. Why would they want to hide though?

Well I guess Namine's going to find out as Xion has already made the preperations for her to go with her to Australia!

17 Again Kingdom Hearts Trailer

2009-06-08T20:25:00.000-07:00

Has nothing to do with my fanfiction, but I wanted you guys to see this! Haha~

Spring Waltz: Chapters 5-8 songs

2009-06-08T11:48:00.000-07:00

So here we go with another song analysis! This is for the next 4 chapters. And the last set of song analysis won't be up until chapters 9-12 get written. 3 more to go!

But for now let's concentrate on these songs~

Chapter 5
This chapter dealt with Namine and Roxas's date. She's nervous of course but I wanted the date to have a playful but laidback atmostphere. Then I stumbled upon the song Red Night by Blue Knights. It just matched the idea of walking around the Radiant Garden area as a couple too perfectly. If it was a movie I could so see this song being used!

Chapter 6
Falling by Yiruma [yay Yiruma haha!] was used in Namine's dreams. Falling, as the title implies kinda does give you a sense as if you're falling or that things are going away from you. At least that's the feeling that I get every time I listen to it. Up to now all of Namine's flashbacks were of good things. But with chapter 6 the mood on these dreams/flashbacks take on a different tone. A more sad one. Falling, being an instrumental, doesn't take away from the dream but helps create the right mood for both ones as they aren't exactly happy happy.

Chapter 7
I pretty much love We The Kings and I wanted to include a song from them. So, I chose All Again For You. Most of stories mood music is due to instrumentals or are usually foreign songs. So I wondered how to incorporate this one.

I got the idea to have it play during the second cake emergency. It has a nice tune to it so it made a good background song. Plus the lyrics seem like they have nothing to do with Namine's current position but it's on here because the lyrics, more so the chorus, fit in with the story as a whole.

Chapter 8
Reminiscence Keep Us Together by Yiruma is used first for another flashback. Really, I found it another calming instrumental by him...actually they are pretty much all like that xD but I found the flashback and the song to be rather cohesive with one another. Plus the title is a nice one too. Saying how memories can keep a person together with another.

The second song used in this chapter was Stuttering by Ben's Brother. They danced to the beginning of this song and while it played they talked. As they were talking Namine says something that was meant to be kept in her head. As a result? She ends up STUTTERING in her efforts to make up for it. The song just matched with the scene all too well. Roxas shuts her up by kissing her. Too cute! Although I'm sure it would've a been a more romantic scene if what happened after didn't occur. Well the cute song makes up for it?

Alright that's all the time we have today~ Sorry that the next song analysis won't be up for awhile. Bear with me people! I can only type so fast!

Spring Waltz: Chapter 9

2009-06-07T22:26:00.000-07:00

Ello poppets and puppets. Chococrepes here with another analysis for ya~

Chapter 9: Hello and Goodbye

What can I say? I loved writing the first part. Seriously some may consider them the 'bad' guys but I think the Organization members are possibly the coolest group ever xD So many of them and so diverse, how can you not add them in your story??

We've covered Axel a little bit in previous analysis but there's more to cover for him I think but we'll save him for a bit later here.

The first new one introduced? Zexion! Zexion I totally saw as the type to be able to analyze things so it was like he would sooo be needed in a company! I changed it up, made him a bit more 'modernized' if you will. Replacing his Lexicon book weapon with a laptop. Can't you just see him typing away on it gathering all sorts of information!? Kinda like how I'm typing this now cept I wouldn't look nearly as cool ;]

Also Zexion is kinda represented as crafty and maybe egotistical? Shown when he remarks everyone else is incompetant except for him. And he's crafty with his hacking skills. Funny...I could really see him as a spy character xD

Demyx is the next one introduced! Demyx, oh how I loved Demyx. In game he was like the 'young' one and by young I mean kiddy. I wanted to incorporate that over like how he showed his enthusiasm in his coffee retrieving idea. Plus he always seemed like such a n00b xD so I think it was good to show him sorta like that when Axel remarks he's no longer a coffee boy but with the higher ups with them. He's just too darn loveable xD

So back to Axel and Larxene. With Larxene she is very...impatient and moody. Kinda like how all girls can get sometimes...except with her it seems like she's having that time of the month, all the time xD Being the only Org. member [not including Xion] I really wondered how she felt about that. So I kinda made up the whole thing of her feeling that men are inferior and are the weaker sex xD

Axel, oh who does not love Axel should be punished! It's interesting to see how Axel switches between calling Roxas, 'Roxas' and 'boss'. Even when he does call him as boss it's kinda almost sarcastic. Kinda hints those two are rather good friends, but Axel respects his position too. He is worried about his friend/boss and therefore gathered everyone up. Although poor Axel's attempt kinda didn't work out too well.

Oh I really enjoyed typing up his personality. Honestly when it came to Roxas's mother I had no idea whether to make an original character or to use someone from the Final Fantasy series. But I couldn't think of an evil blondie in FF games and too lazy to put any real thought in names for an original character. Then as I was typing the first part off and brainstorming I was all let's just call her Mama Roxas -insert lightbulb popping here- I could so see Axel saying that! Thus came up with the name of Axel and possibly the other Org. members referring her as Mama Roxas.

I love the tiny little details between the organization members. Larxene's somewhat sadistic actions towards Demyx, Zexion swatting Axel's hands away over his precious laptop and Lexaeus kinda like a background prop ahha and finally Roxas just totally zoning out. It's like a little dysfunctional family xD

But so we know Roxas has plans to go to Australia! And Axel is tagging along :D

So Luxord makes a slight cameo for now. As Xion's bodyguard! And a nice little twist on things what with Xion moving in with Namine and all. Of course only on one condition!

Leading to...

BAHAHAHA! I decided to pair Selphie up with Pence. Call it a crack pairing, but I think it's a nice balance. Selphie is more of a person who looks on the outside and Pence he's adorable but maybe he can give her a lesson of what's inside that counts. I can be a lil mean ;]

I seriously love the next part. The tiny interactions with Namine and Roxas and it wasn't even the actual date yet! Although there is mentioning of a train and clock tower, they aren't in Twilight Town xD

So Namine and Roxas just relaxing under stars. Aww too cute. I want xD But the stars thing...it's cute and sort of a nudge at Star In My Heart :D

Roxas's next couple of lines Namine twists them in a different meaning then he intended. He wants to be with her but she makes it seem like he doesn't. It reflects the story a bit on how you can take the simplest things and twist their meanings.

In this case it adds a splash of humor and cuteness! So Roxas breaks the REAL news to her. He's going to Australia. Then Namine mentions on how she see's him in France. More so that she could see herself in France. But maybe she is implying she can see herself in France WITH Roxas. That's always a nice way to put it :]

So I've mentioned a handful of foreign locations here and there. Macau, Australia, France...makes you wonder where they all are? I'm leaning towards United States and just with the business thing and the cafe probably New York. I mean this is not set in stone or anything. I find that I like to exclude the main setting of a story just because I like leaving it up to the readers to imagine everything.

Then towards the end, it's so adorable with the whole Atlantica and picking her up xD Ugh...I wish I could be Namine sometimes xD But at least it's nice to know the two had a nice last date before parting.

Spring Waltz: Chapter 1-4 Songs

2009-06-05T12:21:00.000-07:00

Right-o, so I'm going to be doing another analysis and that will be for the songs in Spring Waltz's FST [fan-made soundtrack].

Just another way to see what goes on in this author's mind. And just a small news flash to those who enjoyed the FST, I've compiled another FST for Spring Waltz. But it's more like Spring Waltz EP [extended play] rather than a full blown out soundtrack.

This FST/EP [whatever you're going to call it] will be ready and effective as soon as the end of chapter 12 comes about. So you can look forward to that and more details about it later. Onto the song analysis~!

Chapter 1
So there were no special designated songs for Chapter 1, in fact I don't think I had the FST up and ready until chapter 2 -.-; I had translation troubles which is why there was a delay. But even though there wasn't a song specific to it, there is a song that could be played with it along with the rest of the chapters.

That song is You & I (Prelude) by Casker. Let me start off by saying I love Casker. This song was off of their new album Polyester Heart. I luffles it and when I heard this particular song I was just like...wow for a short song it seems so moving. I wanted to know the lyrics right away. I got right onto that and WOW! After reading the translated lyrics I was like 'zomg spazzes* it matches Spring Waltz!" Thus it became the theme song of the story.

I started to think this being the theme song it should play during the previews at the end of each chapter. The mood it creates is sorta like monotone-ish but in a good way. If played with during the preview you can't really tell if the quotes are in a good way or bad way. The mood it creates is intriguingly mysterious.

Also, I have to say I love lyrics and the repetition in the song and it fits in with the repetition of Spring Waltz. As to what that means, well we'll just have to wait.

Chapter 2
Wedding Bell by DEPAPEPE is stated to play during the wedding ceremony. I think this song has a rather calming, serene effect on the ears. Which is good because it's like a song before the storm ahha xD But it just seems so peaceful and the title of wedding in it just makes it click. Listening to it while writing that scene really helped me envision in a way that I could get it typed.

Sleeping Beauty Waltz by Tchaikovsky I think was a good choice for the first dance of Kairi and Sora's wedding. First off it's a waltz, so it fulfill Kairi's wish and ties in with the title even if it's just in the smallest of ways. And it's from a Disney film and what is Kingdom Hearts? A crossover of Final Fantasy and DISNEY! So I think it's rather fitting. Plus I could just so imagine everyone dancing to this sorta like the ending scene in Sleeping Beauty itself.

Chapter 3
Once In Awhile by Sondre Lerche is a rather laid-back song with vocals. I could so imagine myself sitting in the cafe that Namine works at and sipping a latte while having this play in the background. Plus I love love LOVE Sondre Lerche. I mean he's not up there with Jesse McCartney but...right off topic xD But the way it starts off with a couple of drum beats I think it's a good kick off to the song just like how it's a good way to imagine Namine entering the cafe as soon as the song starts playing. It's more of the mood and ambience the song creates rather than lyrics this time around.

Chapter 4
How I Could Just Kill A Man by Charlotte Sometimes came about to be in the soundtrack as I was watching tv while eating breakfast while brainstorming the general idea of the fanfic. Of course at the beginning [and if the FST had been released on time] people would think the 'man' Namine wants to kill is Roxas but it kinda switches it up and has her wanting to kill Ven haha.

So this is plays in the background of the very first cake emergency. It's a fitting song both in melody that creates a mood and the lyrics. Lyrics because well during the cake emergency Namine talks about her situation with the brothers. Although I think at one point the song should be how I could just kill the girls since they were so quick to make assumptions with Namine and Roxas xD

If you notice if the FST I'm rather partial to Yiruma. Let's face it, I love the piano and Yiruma is a pure master! So the first song featured from him is Dream A Little Dream Of Me. It has a bit of laid-back sound to but a bit playful tune as well. The playful part sort of fits with the dream since it depicts her being nervous but he's rather open to showing her off as his girlfriend. Plus the title really helps it too. It is a dream and it creates a dream-like mood. However when Namine wakes up she begs to differ xD

Well that's it for today! Hope you enjoyed!

Spring Waltz: Chapter 8

2009-06-01T11:36:00.001-07:00

Yeahyuh! Finally got caught up xD Well after this is written I'm probably going to start working on the small and it's very small project that goes with Spring Waltz. I'm also putting into consideration a second FST but as of right now it's unlikely. But who knows the future is always changing. Right onto the analysis!

Chapter 8: All In The Kiss

So as I've said I would give Selphie a little more romance then she had in past stories I've read and such. Although from the looks of it, that section of her life is rather going downhill. I do that to help show Selphie's dating background. It shows she's a bit out there but the girls know she could use a bit of stability in her life.

I've never been one too good at writing the real mushy gushy stuff. So this chapter was rather hard to write about. But I think the theme of how everything is told by a kiss is important in this chapter.

Aww poor Olette being thrown under the bus several times xD But that's okies they do it out of love.

Yay Leon was in here again xD And then came the discussion a flashback along with Xion chat.

As for Namine's dream, I'm pretty sure many of you have been thinking of possibilities of the whole Roxas/Namine/Ventus triangle thing. Some of you are on the right track, others not so much. This dream sort of helps those in the right direction and those who aren't a little bit of a guide...or total confusion xD

The key points of the dream this time however are jealousy and the nickname Nami. As to why and how, well look forward to that in future chapters ;]

Xion's little talk is pivotal to one of the themes/motifs of the story. In fact the two main ones are talked about in the summary. The past and dancing.

The past is already mentioned so many times although some are indirect such as Namine's flashbacks. The dancing part is only represented at the beginning with the wedding. Now it's mentioned more in detail thanks to Xion's saying of how "love is like a dance floor." And this is a very important saying I believe in this story and overall.

Thus leading to the date. Geez I feel like Namine has a better wardrobe than me: http://i41.tinypic.com/2zf3n80.jpg

Cooking Roxas. Haha a little nudge at Recipe of Love and because in reality I can appreciate a guy who can cook. I mean it's just so...practical and I love food xD

Then of course they danced! I love Namine's line of how she mentions that Roxas is capable of getting her to do things she usually doesn't or would not do.

Of course the kiss scene. Namine uses many words to describe it. I wonder who can pick out the key words? ;]

But as she runs off it's nice to know Roxas is willing to wait for her :D

Spring Waltz: Chapter 7

2009-05-30T11:23:00.000-07:00

Alright I meant to post this up before I posted up chapter 8, but I was up late typing last night so I was like it can wait in the morning xD

Chapter 7: Thinking

This chapter brings about the introduction of Xion. They have small talk before even finding out how they are connected. It's a bit of a foreshadow to show that these two girls can be rather buddy buddy.

But it skips to Xion and Roxas's business negotiations. They are rather comfortable around each other. Even when it comes down to discussing matters of Roxas's mother. Who apparently had something to do with Xion and his relationship.

“Yeah…didn’t expect that at all.” When Xion states this it makes the readers feel she does have some attachment to Roxas still. However she is rooting for him and Namine. This shows as she had set up a date for them before she goes back to whereever she came from.

Xion...is hard to portray. Actually any of the new characters in the upcoming games are a bit harder to portray. But her, I want her to give off a friendly vibe. Sort of like the big sister role. She does play a vital role to this story but as of now it's only a friend/advisor to Namine and Roxas.

Namine even states she is a friend during the next cake emergency. Another moment of 'sisterly' bonding between the girls. I think these cafe interactions are great just to show the different side of the girls when they are and aren't with each other. Plus it shows how strong their friendship is to be able to just drop whatever they're doing and get together to help each other out.

During Namine's flashback: “How do you do it? Tell us apart like that?” & “Isn’t it obvious? It’s because I love you.” By telling apart it obviously means the identical twins. Namine's answer is love. So given the situation if Ventus shows up again, [and he will just not yet so hold your horses] could she differentiate between the two if let's say she fell in love with Roxas or if it turns around completely and she still harbors a love for Ventus? It's something we have to wait and see.

I also think her answer on how love helps her see the difference ties in with a foreshadowing line I had analyzed before. The one where Kairi states in chapter 4 “I thought they were identical? You’re so weird. How would you know if both were standing side by side. You could run up to hug one and it’d be the other. Also, an identical twin doesn’t mean identical personalities you know.” It's all about finding the puzzle pieces and putting them together.

And yay! Roxas surprises Namine with another date. He is quite known for surprises isn't he? So far they have all been pleasant surprises...

Xemnas makes a cameo experience as a right-hand man for a woman who is rather...nosy is how we'd describe her right now. From the pictures she recieves we know she connections with Roxas...in other words the MOTHER. Dun dun dun!

It's also important to note just exactly how close she keeps an eye on her sons. Roxas stated in the previous chapter on how she is out of the country to get Ven back. But even still she gets someone to keep tabs of Roxas where he lives and doesn't approve of Namine. She seems to want Xion involved in all this but wasn't she the one who stopped Roxas and Xion's relationship? It also seems like she doesn't recognize Namine in anyway. Would circumstances change if they had a direct meeting? So many questions aren't there?

Spring Waltz: Chapter 5 & 6

2009-05-29T12:45:00.000-07:00

Alright 5 and 6 up and ready to be analyzed. That means Spring Waltz chapter 8 is 2/3 of the way done. Woot!

Chapter 5: Garden Date

Let me start by saying my gosh that dress of Namine's was sure hard to find a good picture of!
http://i39.tinypic.com/33c520z.jpg
I wanted to give Namine a different style. She was always wearing that white dress in KH and so it kind of drifted into other stories. As well as the color blue. I think that came as a result to counterbalance Kairi's pink color. But for me blue is overdone, white is not something you wear on a date and the result? Well that dress up there xD

As I've said before I like to mess around with foreshadowing a lot. But often unless a story is well known, it's hard to find that.

“Naminé that little gift of yours, I swear someday it’ll turn on you!” & “Oh come on. You have an uncanny ability of taking bits and pieces of different memories and constructing it into your own little story so we believe as you please."

You should note what Selphie says. As this is another key foreshadowing element in the story.

Hmm I love Olette and Hayner. Since Namine went through the trouble of pairing them up, I also wonder how much they'll be involved in the story. Although she is a good friend of Namine's, this story focuses on several triangles. That's right I said several ;] And that doesn't include Selphie, Kairi, or Olette.

I loved making Lexaeus as the bodyguard. I want to include him in again! As well as the rest of the organization members. I just love their different personalities and find them to be very versatile when used properly in a story.

So Roxas plays the good guy in this date and doesn't mine how Namine set up Olette and Hayner on the side. In fact I think it's adorable how the two go off together to spy on them. See, teamwork can accomplish wonders xD

Note it is their first date and Roxas pulls off all the stops. Fancy date in a fancy drive. Understanding, smooth talker, and a gentleman with the coat giving, and finally giving her the most romantic flower.

The color choice however...is somewhat significant. It sparks a memory in Namine.

"And somehow the garden became less radiant."

I loved this line. It really sums up the chapter and the story up to a certain point. Things aren't always that great as you make them out to be.

Chapter 6: Airport Chat

The flashback in this chapter is rather important. As it entails a promise between the two. It's interesting to see how both couldn't keep that promise...or is it a matter of they didn't remember? Hmm it's up for you, the readers, to interpret that on your own...for now ;]

Yay! Scene with Axel. That rings it up to a total of 3, 4 if you include Roxas, organization members. He claims to meet her for business, but Axel...I wanted to give him a nosy side. Especially if it concerns Roxas who is also his best friend. He's a man...not of few words, but he says enough for you to get the picture. But his words...also leave you hanging a bit. As if there's more to say, but he's not giving up anything. He's definitely the kind of person who's letting on that he knows more than you think he would.

“Hmm, if anything…I’d say the past is the past. Forgive and forget. Something I highly recommend.” Axel's line here proves that even more. He knows something but he isn't spilling.

"Hope it all works out for ya the second time around. But you know, forgive and forget? Got it memorized?” Another one of Axel's lines that say just enough...but leaves you hanging.

Not just Axel but other characters it's interesting how the words they say you can twist them in a total different direction. I do this with a purpose. As for one thing it's known that Ventus and Roxas are involved. Using a play of words and adding a sense of cryptic-ness it's hard to see what direction the words are supposed to go in. I want this to be the kind of story that delves into a lot of theories and it gets to the point where nothing makes sense until it's revealed in the end.

At the airport it's interesting how Roxas remarks it's a small world. It is actually considering the many happenings in Namine's life lately.

It's interesting to note how Roxas talks about his family a bit here. His father passed away, but I'm debating whether this plays a pivotal point not in the story, but with the family situation. He describes his mother as one who likes to take a job up herself. She takes things personal if you will. This is noted on how he remarks she's trying to bring Ven back. For what purpose? Well we'll have to see.

Roxas also comments on how he won't let the past ruin the two of them dating. “What happened back then, I won’t let it happen again.” Another foreshadowing moment from Roxas. It ties in a lot with what has already been mentioned as a foreshadowing element.

Then Namine mentions on how his parents reacted to her relationship with the family. Note it's not a good one. It ties back to the flashback at the beginning of the story. A key element? I think so!

Then Roxas states how he believed Ventus was the luckier one, with more freedom. More freedom to date, or something else?

Her next flashback...it's interesting to see how it clashes with the mood of the first one. This was done on purose of course. It's also important to note past Namine notices it's not them doing it. But...she gives up. It also ties in with the stories theme song. If you guys looked at the lyrics it says: "But the thing that seperated us was alsoyou and me." There's meaning in the lyrics people. Read it up!

But back to her giving up. I find it to be a character flaw in Namine. Which I love. I love character flaws as I think that's what really makes up someone. Namine is the type to give up, so you need someone with determination *cough*Roxas*cough* to balance that out. I think that's important to remember as the story goes on.

Spring Waltz: Chapter 3 & 4

2009-05-27T15:54:00.000-07:00

Alright so here's the deal. I'm working on chapter 8 right now. It's probably going to be a long chapter. So I've had to broken down the typing into 3 parts. As a result it won't be done for awhile. Not what I anticipated. Plus not to mention I want to right these up!

So after I'm done with each part I'll put an analysis. So once I get chapter 7 up, chapter 8 will be ready to post up on fanfic. Then I'll be all caught up. Yay~ So let's begin!

Chapter 3: Double Take
The way chapter 2 was left off, you'd think Roxas would've sticked around in the morning. But remember it's only Namine who has him badly portrayed as of right now. So therefore he's a gentleman and would not take advantage of her in that way. I loved though making her cautious and having the hungover one search her apartment for no one. HA!

I also loved the dialogue exchanged between Leon and Namine. The way she talks to him, you know they are buddy buddy enough for that kind of conversation. I'm hoping to include Leon more not as something big but just for small tidbits like that.

Having her work at a cafe makes things simple. It allows adding other characters from the game as well as a main gathering point as I have stated before. The cafe centers around the FF7 girls, Tifa, Aerith, and Yuffie. It's nice to see the three work together in that kind of situation I think.

Now with the scene of Larxene, I loathe giving characters last names. Even more so when they are 'Hikari' because that's been used a lot. I try to stay away from that but with this it was a challenge. So with Larxene I just tried to do something different. I got this idea after looking up Ven, Aqua and Terra. Their names mean something in Latin so what I did was looked up what lightning in Latin. I got fulmen. Let's hope google is reliable hehe.

Using various members of the organization for Roxas's company...mmm I just loved it. I love the organization members what with the diverse personality. So Larxene as the snappy secretary and Axel is mentioned as well. More to come of course.

Of course this was where the first major twist in the story was. Roxas told Namine she had mistaken him with his twin Ventus. Bwahaha I love throwing so many characters into this story :D

And at the end Roxas gives us a glimpse of how smooth he can be when talking~

Chapter 4: Despite The Double
Ha love how Namine has a character change around Roxas now. And in the early part of this story I want Roxas to portray the suave rich guy as much as possible. The reason is creating a character with that much composure it's only more interesting to see the development between him and Namine as that foundation begins to crack bit by bit. As to why and what well you'll just have to see.

Roxas does prod a little, but it's not obvious. If you guys didn't notice he was in a way prodding, then I did my job. You have to make it seem as smooth as possible. Wrinkles aren't allowed until later ;] But to make up for that, once again those words of Roxas, oh yeah Namine is right. He is good xD

Cake emergency. The reason for that is like I said using the cafe was good to get things together. Plus it's the one thing that ties the girls together despite everything they go through and the different paths they take in life. It's their escape from reality almost. Except they use it as a chance to face reality together.

After chatting about her twin dilemna Namine has flashbacks/dreams about the man she loved in her yesteryears. She will be doing this periodically because it sort of creates an obstacle for her. Not only does it interfere with her current happiness but it also creates a state of confusion as to why they are reappearing and what exactly triggers it. Plus it allows the readers hints and insight on the pass. As I've said before I really want to play around with foreshadowing. And as a result...

“I thought they were identical? You’re so weird. How would you know if both were standing side by side. You could run up to hug one and it’d be the other. Also, an identical twin doesn’t mean identical personalities you know.”

I can't give much away, but this is a definite sign of foreshadowing. This line is foreshadowing what is to come in much later chapters. If you pick apart each lines I think it's easier to notice these things.

Spring Waltz: Chapter 2

2009-05-18T18:04:00.000-07:00

Ello poppets and puppets~

Sorry for the wait. Finals have kept me swamped. Please expect another analysis sometime this weekend and an update in the story sometime this weekend as well or the middle of next week. Right-o! Onto the details~

Chapter 2: The Wedding

This chapter starts out with a flashback from Namine of the rehearsal dinner. I just wanted to add in a slight introduction with Roxas and them seeing each other again, but not too much. Wanted to save some things for the wedding day xD

But yes, notice how Namine doesn't go all out to find the guy and get revenge but rather she tries to avoid him...but of course to no avail. But even then she doesn't go all anal on the guy. I mean Namine and the rest of the characters range from early 20's to mid 20's so there is a level of maturity. But hey they are still young so acting the way they do around friends is totally limitless.

Ah Selphie, I love Selphie in this story. In most stories, she is just kind of there. But I think she has a key role in the friendship the 4 girls share. Kairi is off getting married and that changes things up a bit. Olette is the shy girl, Namine is the girl that's reserved but can get scrappy if need be, and Selphie? Oh gosh Selphie [giggles to herself in a corner] is like the humor of the group. She's the one that is most eccentric in a way. She doesn't mind pointing right out about guys and the one who would never be the designated drive in a situation like this.

Of course no worries everyone, I don't plan to leave Selphie coupleless. No Riku as I have mentioned before, but yes I do have plans for her just not until later.

So case in point Namine is "introduced" to Roxas. You can't blame a girl for getting distracted because let's face it, loathing only goes so far against a hunk like Roxas. As you can see from some of the ways Namine describes him.

Then the wedding day has arrived and the girls are prepared. I don't care how many people love love love the idea of Sora and Kairi together. Getting married would and probably is still nerve racking like no other.

I love portraying Roxas as the good guy right away right after the wedding ceremonies. Trying to chat it up with Namine and I enjoyed making Namine mind-boggled at his actions towards her. She takes any sweet/nice/polite gesture and manages to twist it up completely. I loved doing that because in all reality Namine has got to keep the act up somehow. The term forgive and forget is very loose here in this story. It doesn't stick to well but it's not completely thrown out the window either.

Oh and gosh drunk Namine. What can I say? She is reserved but given the chance and maybe some alcohol she will go scrappy on your butts~

But so that's the end for chapter 2. Not as much as a give away but gives you insight for decisions of mine and such. Well next time everyone!

Spring Waltz: Chapter 1

2009-05-05T16:04:00.000-07:00

Alright I don't know how many people read my author notes and know of this little site which is a shame, because they will be missing exclusive things like the chapter analysis. So what is it exactly? Well I'll be posting analysis of each chapter.

By doing this, it's a nice little recap and allows the reader to see what went on through my head and look at things they might've missed or not noticed as they read it.

Kudos to you guys who read the author notes because you'll probably get more inside information from the many analysis I'll be doing as well as other more information unique only to this blog. So let's begin!

Chapter 1: Prologue

While writing this story, I totally wanted to do a brand new direction altogether. So aside from it being in first person, and everyone is no longer in that high school stage, I thought what else could I add? I wanted to start it off with a bang! So, I decided to use Kairi and Sora in a wedding plot. I'm not too good at side couplings so having them married got them out of the way haha. But don't worry they'll show up sooner or later again :]

Now it goes into details a bit about their jobs. Well mainly Kairi and Namine's. For Kairi I could just see her as a fashion designer. She's got the spunk for it certainly I think. As for Namine...it was more of a challenge. I did her as an artist, and an aspiring cook in past works. But then artist is so cliche and the girl has to make a living you know? Plus...her kh sketches in the game aren't what I call masterpieces. It's more like a hobby for the girl. So what was artistic for Namine but not drawing? I thought of photography.

Of course I couldn't see her doing that 24/7 so I put her into that cafe situation. It would be a good place to gather characters when needed and she could do photography as a hobby job.

As seen from Stella Nox Dance Studios, and the Destati designer glasses I wanted to make references to the KH world and FF worlds descretely so it wouldn't overpower the main focus but just enough to bring a sense of nostalgia and or recognition into the story.

As for couplings, we've got Sora and Kairi of course. Eventual Namine and Roxas. Namine remarks about Olette and Hayner. She says "I noticed how he greeted Olette first. That was the thing with those two; they could just never admit they wanted to be more than just friends." This shows that they aren't a coupling yet but would be mentioned up now and then.

Don't worry Selphie won't be left out. I have a few ideas for her later on in the story as to who to pair her up with. And no, sorry it's not Riku. It's weird, I can't really see him with anyone...same thing goes with Xion. And no that doesn't mean I'll throw them together since they have no one. Other pairings that I'll introduce into the story would be Aqua and Ventus. I really wanted to include them just because they look so loveable :]

Finally, the ending. It was rather amusing for people to automatically judge that Roxas and Namine would start off with hating each other and eventually fall in love. Quite a different thing really. What it really is more like is [and here's a hint of the future] like/love, hate, and love. What does it mean? Well more to come in future chapters and analysises.

I have many plans and ideas for this story. These little blog posts will certainly help you guys I think since it will point out things that may seem pointless but could be a key role into the story. I messed around with foreshadowing a lot in the early chapters and these will help you to notice what's to come. Well hope you guys enjoyed.

I do allow anonymous comments so drop one and tell me what you guys think!

Themes

2009-05-03T08:58:00.000-07:00

Have been looking at my stories as I've been working on Spring Waltz and really, sometimes I wonder why I wrote them. Besides the fact that I love writing. But I came to a point where, I think at one time I had themes for my stories. And well here they are...

Spring Waltz: The main theme of this story is life is like a dance floor. Of course it's up to you guys to figure out the meaning in this as I am still working on it.

Recipe of Love: The theme for this is rather different for this. In cooking, there are always many results and changes. Just like the story itself things changed, stuff would go wrong. It's all part of cooking.

Star In My Heart: Distance equates to nothing. All that matters is that you keep things close to your heart. And that's just what Namine and Roxas did...with memory complications. Haha.

Spring Waltz

2009-05-02T17:46:00.001-07:00

Alright everyone, the project that I have so dutifully been working on is finally up! This is my FST for my fanfic Spring Waltz. An FST is a 'fan-made soundtrack' and I decided to make one for my story. Keep the link to this particular post as it will update on info of how the songs tie into the story. Stay tuned and leave comments! I don't own the artwork!!

Download FST

Tracks
1) 너와 나 (Prelude) by Casker [The theme song of the story and played during previews]
2) Once In Awhile by Sondre Lerche [song played at the cafe's introduction: chapter 3]
3) Sleeping Beauty Waltz by Tchaikovsky [The wedding dance song: chapter 2]
4) Wedding Bell by DEPAPEPE [Played during the actual wedding ceremony chapter 2]
5) How I Could Just Kill A Man by Charlotte Sometimes [played during Namine's 1st cake emercency at cafe: chapter 4]
6) Red Night by Blue Knights [Radiant Garden date: chapter 5]
7) All Again For You by We The Kings [2nd cake emergency: chapter 7]
8) Reminiscence Keep Us Together by Yiruma [Namine's flashback: chapter 8]
9) Falling by Yiruma [Namine's dream: chapter 6]
10) Immaterial White by FreeTEMPO [Namine exploring the city: chapter 11]
11) Draw Of The Song by Joo Ji Hoon [song that Roxas serenades to Namine: chapter 10]
12) Stuttering by Ben's Brothers [2nd song Namine & Roxas danced to. Also plays during their kiss: chapter 8]
13) Dream A Little Dream Of Me by Yiruma [Namine's dream: chapter 4]
14) One More Time by Tree Bicycle [played in chapter 9. Specifically begins playing when Namine gets up to leave but Roxas pulls her arm back]
15) Chaconne 2 by Yiruma [Namine's flashback: chapter 11]
16) Our Same Word (Orchestra) by Yiruma

Note: Yes I realize the FST has foreign songs but please give them a try! Translations will be up as soon as possible!

Translations
너와 나 (Prelude) by Casker ---> You And I (Prelude)
Nothing can possibly seperate us.
It seems as if we will be like this forever
you and me.
But the thing that seperated us was also
you and me.
What can possibly seperate us?
It seems as it would stay that way forever
you and me.
But the thing that seperated us was you and me.
La la la la la la la la la la la

Draw Of The Song by Joo Ji Hoon
The moment you come to my side,
I love the way you look at me.
Yesterday I cried,
but because of you today,
I’ll be happy tomorrow.
It’s not your face or look I need,
but your soft love.
The past is forgotten.
I'm helpless without you…
I know nothing but love.

One More Time by Tree Bicycles
Each day is so slow and so hard
because no matter how hard I try to reveal my heart
you can’t see it.

I’m just resenting the time that’s gone by
no matter how much time changes, I’m always sad.

One more time
even though it hurt,
I should have loved a little more
I’ll laugh for only you, I’ll cry for only you.

One more time
like the hot sun of the sky
I’ll love all of you forever, only you.

One more time.

I miss the image of the warmhearted
you standing beneath the umbrella.
Though I wipe these tears again,
I’m always sad.

One more time
even though it hurt,
I should have loved a little more
I’ll laugh for only you, I’ll cry for only you.

One more time
like the stars that shine brightly in the night sky
I’ll love all of you forever, only you.

One more time.

I promise that a tomorrow that we both share will find us.
I promise that a happiness that we both share will find us.
I’ll always be by your side.

One more time
even though it hurt,
I should have loved a little more
I’ll laugh for only you, I’ll cry for only you.

One more time
like the hot sun of the sky
I’ll love all of you forever, only you.

One more time
oh my love for you
oh one more time
oh my love for you
one more time.