A/N: This story just came out of nowhere last night. I hope you'll enjoy it, as I've had great fun writing this. I don't know yet where this story will take us, but I have some ideas for the plot. Reviews and suggestions are much appreciated!

Disclaimer: I don't own Love Hina or any of the characters, Ken Akamatsu does. Damn you! *Raises fist in the air*

Timeline of Love Hina: Keitaro Urashima has already failed twice in his entry exams to get into Tokyo University. Naru hasn't graduated Highschool yet, so she is spending most her time either at school or at her room, studying with Keitaro. Last month they both passed their center exams, after Keitaro had fled, when he failed the mock exam again. It's the 1st of February 1999 and Valentines Day is coming up...

- 1st of February 1999: A morning in Naru's room at the Hinata Sou -

"I wonder if this now means that I'm now his girlfriend.." Naru thought to herself, still not sure how to handle the situation. 'I think he wants more than just that. Just look at your finger!' A voice inside her head said. True enough, right there on her left ring finger was a silver ring, with carvings that meant eternity. He had given her that ring last night, when they had been out for a walk after their endless hours of studying.

- Last night during an afternoon walk -

Keitaro was awfully quiet the whole time and only gave her short replies or nods, while she was talking to him. Just after dinner, he had offered to take a walk with her, after they had finished their studying for the evening. Naru had been eager to go ever since he mentioned it, but made sure to not sound overly excited in front of him or the other girls, when she had agreed to go with him.

He had grown on her, ever since their first encounter at the dome. He had grown from being such an idiotic, perverted, lowlife being, that deserved no pity, to a caring, somewhat trustworthy, less perverted and actually quite handsome guy. Naru blushed madly when she had thought about it.

"No.. I can't possibly think of that loser as handsome!" 'Yet you have a huge crush on the guy.' "Well.. He is kinda cute.. Hey! No way!" 'Ha! Don't deny it. You have been thinking about him every night after your study sessions.' "Argh! Fine.. So what if I like him?! It's not a crime!" 'See? That wasn't so hard!' Naru's cheeks grew a crimson red. Her conscience was always so pushy, when it came to her feelings. It hadn't been the first time. Like with Seta. Though she had also been more willing to comply back then. But she was kinda happy she had gotten over him, it had made room for another special person in her life..

About that special person, he was walking right next to her. Though he wasn't his usual cheery mood, but he wasn't sad or worried either. She felt something wasn't quite right.

She was almost startled, when Keitaro spoke up. "Naru.. Would you like to sit down and rest for a while?" He motioned to the bench a few feet from them. She gave a slight smile. "Sure."

As soon has they had sat down, it looked like he was fumbling with something he had fished out of his pocket. Naru couldn't quite make it out. "Uhm.. N-naru. I have something for you." Keitaro said nervously. He looked into her deep brown eyes, while holding out a small black box. He hadn't said anything, as she received it from him and opened it, to reveal a beautiful silver ring. It was rather simple, but elegant and quite sweet.

Naru very suddenly got very hot cheeks and looked back up at Keitaro. "I-is this for me?" He only nodded and continue to smile, while he too had gained a slight blush. Before she had even gotten a chance to do it herself, Keitaro had picked up the black box and removed the ring, before taking her left hand and sliding it on her ring finger.

A rush of emotions ran through Naru's head and she had no idea how to react to this. Good thing she didn't have to think too much, as her body naturally flung her arms around his neck and brought him closer, making their lips connect. Her eyes became full of happy tears. It had been one of the sweetest things he had done for her.

Keitaro was kinda startled at first, but soon relaxed and put his arms around her, bringing her in for a deep kiss. She felt him caressing her tongue with his, almost spellbound by his movements. It felt like such a magic moment and the world seemed to have come to a halt.

There was really no need for words, when the kiss ended, their eyes locked. She knew he cared for her.. Not like everyone at the Hinata already knew, but it helped her realise her own feelings. She rested her head on his chest and he lay back on the railing of the bench, slowly stroking her hair. His gentle hands was like heaven's touch to her. She felt so warm in his embrace and wished it would never end.

Though as time passed and the air got colder, the two decided to return home. Naru held on to his right arm and walked closely to him during the entire time. This had been the perfect evening for her.

- Back at the Hinata: Where we left off -

It was still early. Naru had just been sitting near her futon, ever since she had woken up and gotten back from the bathroom. She was currently clutching her Lido Kun, while pondering over last night's actions. In the blink of an eye, they had grown closer than she had ever imagined. Thinking back, she longed for his warm and strong embrace.. "What's up with that idiot, making me all mushy about him.." Her conscience didn't interrupt her this time, leaving her to her own thoughts.

Naru had remembered what it had told her earlier "'I think he wants more than just that.'" She blushed at the different meanings it could have. "Does this mean he.. No, It can't be!" She gave the ring a thorough inspection. Though before she could figure it out, she heard a knock from downstairs. "Naru? Are you up? And can I come up?" When she heard Keitaro's voice, it sent a warm sensation through her body. It was quite pleasant and soothing. But she quickly snapped out of it, realising he would need an answer.

Seeing as she was decent enough, still fully dressed in her pyjamas, she let him up. "Uh.. Sure." She heard some rustling and saw the wooden board get lifted up and moved out of the way. When Keitaro popped his head through the hole, he gave her a smile when he looked at her. "Morning Naru.." Keitaro scratched the back of his head. "Uhm.. Listen, about yesterday.. I gave you a ring right?"

Naru looked down at the ring, still on her left ring finger. She nodded and blushed slightly. "Well, I was kinda hoping that.." Naru could now sense that there lay a much bigger purpose behind the ring, then she had first thought. He definitely wanted more than just a normal relationship. "..That I could get an answer. You know.. If you wanted t-to.." Naru couldn't believe it.. He had proposed to her! She hadn't even known when he gave her the ring last night. Though she figured it was also partly his fault, for not clearing things out.. But what was she to do? "..M-merry me?" Keitaro finished. His whole face having turned a crimson red.

Naru looked down at her toes. It was funny. She already knew the answer. But what about the girls? "No!" Hina had told her to try to put herself in front of others, at least once in a while, when it concerned her happiness. She wanted to be with Keitaro.. She just hoped the others would accept it.

When she looked back at Keitaro, her eyes were full of tears and she slowly got up. He was kinda confused, but when she lifted him up and brought him in for a kiss, he just moved along. She spoke when they had parted. "Of course I will.." She said happily, as he brought her in for an embrace. "I'm glad.." He smiled. Keitaro had just been made the happiest man on earth. Naru had just accepted spend the rest of her life with him. "I love you Naru.." "I l-love you too.. Keitaro."

But what the two of them hadn't noticed, was the door to Naru's room slide open and a very shocked female, soon with a foxy grin plastered on her face, standing in the hallway. Kitsune folded her arms and leaned against the side of the door, giving the two lovers a mischievous grin. "You guys had an interesting morning?"

- Break -

A/N: Thank you for reading. I hope I can get a couple more chapters done soon, as this was rather short. Though don't expect mine to be breathtakingly long, as I like to keep them smaller, to keep focus.