For Marluxia Loves Request

" Larxene, can I-"
" No." she instantly denied.
" You never let me do anything!" you yell back, storming out of the Grey Area. And it was true, Larxene was in charge of taking care of you, therefore she didn't let you do anything. It was a downside to being new in the Organization, watching everyone go about their business while you could only watch and take orders from Larxene until she deemed you strong enough to go out on your own since she was the last to give you training. Everyone pitched in to give you some advice on how to survive, but the final word rested on the blonde's lips, and you had a slight feeling she was going to take advantage of it. So, like most days when your training ended early, you spent your time exploring the large domain, trying to find something interesting to do or strike up some conversations. One person you had yet to have a serious conversation with was Number 11, Marluxia. He was quite elusive for some odd reason, and the most he ever said to you was on the one day he took you out for training. Ever since, you've hardly seen him around. This, you decided was going to be your mission for the day.
     One person who you enjoyed the company of, was Number 6, Zexion. His quiet demeanor always helped you settle down after dealing with Larxene. He was also very smart, despite his young appearance, so of course you thought he might be able to help track down Marluxia. You knocked on the large door to the library, and it slowly opened at your force.
" Zexion, can I talk to you?"
" I suppose I don't have a choice." he replied. His snarky remarks were something you were used to, so no offense was taken. You sat across from him at the table, hoping he was ready for your questions.
" What can you tell me about Marluxia."
       He raised his eyebrow, not clearly understanding what he could help you with.
" Trying to find some background information? Ask Xemnas."
" I don't care about where he came from," you quickly said, though it was a complete lie, " I just want to know a few things about him."
" Like what? What his favorite color is?"
" I don't need your attitude. I'm just curious because I haven't spoken to him since last week, and I wonder if I interest him at all."
" Interest him? Do you not understand how being a Nobody works?"
" Stop being smart with me. I know how Nobodies are. It's just that I feel like he's ignoring me."
" So ask him what his problem is."
" You are so frustrating sometimes! The point is for you to tell me what you know so then I can decide what to do next." for some reason, at this confession, Zexion's interest was piqued.
" All right, you want to know why he's been ignoring you?"
" Yes, please."
" As far as I know, he's been working on a secret something, some sort of project. Larxene knows about it. Why else do you think she's been keeping you on a leash."
    At this new insight, everything seemed to start making sense.
" Wow, you really are good at gathering information. Thank you for the intel."
" It's really not much of my knowing as much as just being observant."
" Which is why I can always count on you for that!" you thanked him once again as you got up and walked out of the library.
     Walking down the halls once again, you see Luxord coming towards you.
" Luxord, do you know where I can find Marluxia?"
" Can't say." he answered with a smirk.
" Why not?"
" Asked me not to tell."
" Sounds interesting."
" I bet it is. But you better run along now, you'll figure it out in time." he walked passed you, leaving you to stop and think. It bothered you so much every time he made a joke about time, but the feeling of an impending surprise made your insides tingle, something that you didn't feel quite often, if feeling anything at all.

     As the day went on, you asked everybody who had crossed your path where you could find Marluxia, and no one gave any vital information. Some responses left you so baffled that you weren't sure that you should even continue looking for him. Such as when Saix only rolled his eyes, Xigbar making a joke about hiding in the garden in the backyard, which clearly didn't exist, or when Axel could only laugh at the mention of his name. After dinner that night, you were the last to leave the table. The longer you took to get to your room, the longer it would take you to go to sleep and get ready to endure the next day.
      Making your way to your room, you notice some debris scattered in the hallway. Some of it looked like ribbon shreds mixed with flower stems. Once you entered your room, you notice a note on your bed with a single rose tied to it. You scanned the note, but couldn't figure out who could've left it; if the rose was an honest statement, then it could be from anyone. Taking the rose gently, you leave your room and immediately see Roxas coming down the hall. Quickly, you run up to him and stick the rose in his face.
" Roxas, what is this?"
" A rose." he said, almost sounding like a question. " Where'd you get it?"
" It was on my bed, do you know anything about it?"
" Yeah, I saw Marluxia not too long ago hanging around the hall and then he went into his room."
" You saw him! Finally, some help!"
" It's not that easy to miss him. If you're looking for him, check his room." and with that, you ran past him to the next door on the left that had a large XI on it. You didn't waste any time knocking on it, silently praying he would answer.
" State your business." he called from the other side.
" Marluxia, please open up." your voice was gentle, worried that any harsh request would cause him to deny you.
" Number XIV, why didn't you just say it was you!" he opened the door almost right away.
" Hi Marluxia. I was wondering if you could tell me what this is all about." you asked as you held up the rose.
" Didn't you read the note?"
" I'm just asking if this is from you."
" Of course it is! Do you think anyone else is capable of finding such a beautiful and delicate rose?" the way he talked always seemed to entrance you, and for a moment, you wished that it wasn't the rose he was talking about.
" That would be silly to think that. But I do have a more serious question."
" Then I am at your service."
" How come I never see you around anymore? I feel like you're ignoring me."
" That's a ludicrous statement! I haven't been ignoring you, my dear."
" Oh yeah? We haven't spoke to each other since last week, and that was probably the last time I saw you around." he smiled at your concern, which only fueled his beliefs even more and he came to his final conclusion.
" I've been working on something."
" So I've heard. Why didn't you tell me?"
" A magician never reveals his secrets." a smirk was clear on his face, and it drove you insane.
" So you're a magician now." he responded only by shrugging his shoulders. " Well I didn't know that I wasn't worthy enough to be trusted with your secrets."
" You're taking all of this the wrong way, what I'm working on is for you!" he admitted. You blinked your eyes in shock, unsure of what to say. He stepped aside and let you enter his room. It was a lot bigger than yours, and seemed to have a lot more going on. " I thought you were being patient this whole time, if I had known it was troubling you, I would've finished faster. I never meant to hurt you." Marluxia explained. Your expression immediately softened, all your previous thoughts about him were completely wiped out. He took your hand and led you to a room in the back. There was a table against the window, and on it was a small box. He picked it up and handed it to you.
" What is this?" his response was only a nod of his head, motioning for you to open it. Untying the pink ribbon, which looked much like the the shreds you saw all over the hallway, you were able to open the small box and peeked inside. It was a charm that resembled a rose, but it was plated in beautiful silver and had a short chain coming from it.
" It's a charm that attaches to your weapon. After taking you out for training that one day, I carefully watched you practice and I decided to make you this. It adds some abilities to your weapon, and character as well. I know you're a strong and very competent girl, but once you go out on your own, not everything will be as easy as slicing daisies. So, for peace of mind I wanted to make you this."
" Marluxia, this is beautiful, thank you."
      In the excitement of your new present, you summoned your weapon and attached the charm to the handle.
" I hope you won't take this the wrong way-"
" Not at all, it's very sweet of you. I didn't know you cared so much."
" I didn't mean to come off as ignorant, it's just, the thought that if anything were to harm you I don't know what I'd do with myself." as every word left his lips, you noticed how serious his face looked and how true his words sounded. You placed your hand on his cheek, giving it a soft stroke,
" You're the first to show me such compassion, if you were to really mean it."
" Nobodies do work differently, but we remember what feelings are, you're just going to have to trust me."
" I do." you whispered. A smile radiated off his face, bringing you closer to him like some sort of magnet. It wasn't until that your face was only a mere couple inches from his, allowing you to take in his scent and look into his beautiful blue eyes. His hands pulled you in by the waist, letting no air slip between you bodies, his smiling growing as you came closer to him. At such a close proximity, a sensation warmed your cheeks, and Marluxia felt that his deed was finally accomplished.
" Pink is a beautiful color on you."
     Ignoring his comment, you pulled him in and poured out all your previous fears with a reassuring kiss.