Love Contract - A Love Sick fan fic

Old Friends

Fi ended the lecture session and addressed the Nongs. Phun watched carefully and listened to their questions to make sure they got the idea behind today's lesson. They were overall and easy and willing bunch and things had gone smoothly from the start. Coordinating had one goal, to help the Nongs navigate the political world they were about to enter. Phun had done a great job during his lessons because he came with tomes of prier knowledge and he gave Fi great advice. It was one of the reasons he had been selected for the job of now and he hadn't even thought about refusing for a second despite his packed schedule.

Once they were finished, Fi signaled and Phun stepped up smoothly to command their attention.

"You Nongs have done a great job this term and the time for your reward is approaching. You have been hearing a lot about Ceremony Week and earning your tie pins and broaches. After the major ceremony, us seniors will be throwing you a party. The Battle of the Bands will be held Ceremony Week and one of the bands has graciously agreed to pay at our party."

P'Lux and P'Bright carried the banner and unfolded it. There was a beat of silence as everyone took it in then the freshmen started screaming and clapping. Phun gave them some time then held up his hand for silence.

"Elevation has agreed to play for our party this term. they will be our highlight event. Because the Battle is also that week, I have pledged to give them my support. It is not required of you but I hope that you consider them when you participate in the voting."

"What if they don't make it P?" One boy called out from the back. He was totally breaking protocol but before Phun could single him out another boy took up the challenge.

"Are you stupid? They only lost by 12 points last year! Besides, your not supposed to just shout like that when P'Phun is talking. We went over this for a while term. Seriously?"

"Thank you for that N'Choi. As I was saying, we do not require you to vote for them. You may already have your bands of choice. You may not be interested at all. I am simply stating that if you want to go and don't have a band in mind, please give elevation a chance.""

"N'Prim, if you please. What day is the final?"

"It's the Friday. The final ceremony finishes at 6 and the Battle starts at 8. We'll try not to sap your energy so you can have some to spear for the show. The party will be Saturday so you have part of the night and the whole day to sleep it all off."

Muttering flared up and Phun again held up a hand.

"We have a month to store up our energy and prepare. Things will be jam packed after that and classes will be your entire life. Enjoy things now while you can. Let's do our cheer before dismissal."

The seniors filed out first then turned to do the customary commentary of good job etc when Phun heard his name shouted from down the hall. 

"Yo! Film!" Every so often he saw Film around campus or at parties. They had ended up in the same University because that University also had an outstanding Theater and Fine Arts department. film was quite the rising star and has a few bit parts on TV shows. Even more surprising was the fact that N'Per had followed him as well.  They had recently done a variety show and had played off each other so well, the MC hand laughingly threatened to kick them out as they were doing a better job than he was.

"Phun! I just spoke to Ohm. Is it true? Noh is really coming here?"

"Yes. Did you want a special invite to our party? Ask Per if he wants to come too."

"Thanks! Are you going to Battle?"

"Is that a trick question?"

Film snorted a laugh and eyed Phun. "When you two take a breath from your renion, call me and Per up ok. We wanna see them."

"Sure. I'll send you all the necessary information in a couple of weeks."

"Are they flying in the Sunday or the Monday?"

"The Monday I believe. They get a break on the Tuesday and have to perform on the Wednesday and Thursday but don't quote me on that."

"I wouldn't. Since they placed in the top 10 last year, they aren't required to participate in the introductions. They get Tuesday and Wednesday off. I would still go if I were them though. There are some great new bands joining this year."

"Hey Film! Nice to see you and all but you're distracting the Nongs."

Both turned to fine the freshmen bunched up and staring. Phun raised an eyebrow and it was enough to remind them of their lessons. Most dispersed quickly but there were always a bold few. Phun kept his eye on them. They were the ones who would make great leaders and representatives not to mention the future head coordinators.  

"Hi Fi. Sorry about that. How have you been?" Film watched Fi carefully as he gave him a bro hug. He looked much better but there were still signs around the eyes. Film glanced quickly at Phun and knew he was working hard to get the old Fi back.

"Do you know P'Noh and Elevation, P'Film?" One of the bold freshmen were making their move.

"We went to school together at Friday College. Don't worry Nongs. You'll have a great time with Elevation," He flashed a dazzling smile then turned back to Fi and hauled him off a ways.

"About Phun. Is he ready to meet Noh again?"

"What about Noh? He still has feelings for Phun right?"

Film sighed. "Ohm never gives me an answer but I don't hear Noh being with anyone else and I really want to ask him but I don't want him to think I'm leading up to some bad news. Noh only scratch an itch every now and again but he never put it out there that he is looking for a lover or a relationship."

"Phun is the same thought. He ask me to avoid mentioning him to other girls and only scratch an itch when things get to much for him. Only problem is P'Dite has been after him for some time now. "

"Shit! She's a killer that one. She scares me to death and has cause me quite a few problems. I even lied and said I was gay to her when we first met. She flat out said she didn't care and that she was strong enough to turn me."

"Shit! She is really crazy."

"Just wait till she hears about your event," Film warned. Fi made a face and sighed.

The next day at lunch, Fi and Phun watched P'Dite enter with her procession. There was only one reason why she would be at this cafe. She was looking for them and the way her people started turning and twisting and craning their necks to see proved them right.

"Shit. Duck Phun! You may have to crawl along the floor! Quick Fi!"

"Damn. This is what she has us doing now?" The tables chatted quietly and everyone pretended not to notice the creeping pair. The moment they got close to a door, the two made a mad dash for it.

"Phun! Wait! Na na na! Phun!" There was no way Phun was waiting. He pulled out the keys at a dead run and hit the locks, smiled at the beep of sound. He jumped in and locked quickly. He watched Fi get into his car and sighed in relief. He was about to start the car when he heard his phone chirp. He checked and saw it was from an old Line. His heart slammed against his chest once and actually stopped. He coughed hard and gave it a jump start but now it was pounding wildly. 

-Hey Phun, are you ready for me?-

That was all it said but it was enough.

-I'm always ready for you.-