(AN): Ok, so this is my first fanfic... Ever published, that is. I hope you enjoy it! :) also, for character description, she has brown hair, a few inches past shoulder length, a blue shirt on, with a brown light jacket, and blue jeans... And converse. Just so you know. I suck at throwing it into the story. _ I'll try better next time. But yea, anyways, just picture everyone in their usual outfits, and your good. Bye for now! :D
Chapter 1 - New to the View.
Emily pushed a piece of brown hair behind her ear as she looked at the menu, unsure of what to get. It was her first time being here at the Lucky Cat Cafe. Well, really it was her first time being in San Fransokyo in general, but it was what it was. Emily chuckled at herself for being so clueless and kept looking. "This cafe is surprisingly cheaper than most places..." She murmured to herself.
"That's because my aunt is a reasonable human being."
Emily looked up, surprise evident on her face as her blue eyes looked up at the boy who answered her. He was about six foot, raven black hair, brown eyes, and a gentle but reassuring look to his features. His eyes seemed to sparkle as he smiled at her.
She rolled her eyes and smirked at him. "Is that so? I would never know, since I don't know her personally." He chuckled, "True. I could just tell that you're new." "Hm? That obvious, huh?" He nodded at her and smiled, "You have that lost look." Emily shook her head, "Oh well, my secret is out. So," she looked back at the menu, then the front counter," any suggestions?" "I personally like the caramel frappe, but that's just me." She looked back at him and finally noticed the pen and notepad in his hands. "Oh, your taking my order?" He nodded and clicked his pen. "Speaking of, what would you like?" Emily bit her lip and thought over her order, then sighed, "I think I'll take you up on the caramel frappe. Sounds good. That's it."
She watched him scribble down her order and nod. "Cool, I'll have it out in no time." He gave her a small wave and walked to the counter.
Emily watched the boy for a second before shaking her head. He seemed like such a sweet boy, too good for her though. 'Time to get back to reality,' she thought to herself.
She leaned back in her chair and took her binder out of her tan shoulder bag, opening it and looking through her application information. There was so much to do before the dead line, and she hadn't even completely looked through it yet. As she was reading the forms, Emily didn't even notice the (very cute) guy come back until she saw a coffee cup being set down in front her.
"Your drink, Miss." She looked up and smiled at him. "Thanks." She saw him glance at her papers and a look of slight surprise and curiosity appeared on his face as he asked, "Your going to S.F.I.T?" She nodded. "Yep. Well, really I'm transferring over to it. As well as the art institute." He chuckled and a bright smile spread on his face. "That's great! I actually go to S.F.I.T. This current year is my first." "Really?" He nodded, "Your gonna love it. It's a great program and has great people attending." She smiled. "I would imagine since your going."
A new voice then joined the conversation. "Are you talking about nerd school?" Emily looked over and saw a young boy with black, shaggy hair and the same brown eyes as the other's. She chuckled at his comment. "Nerd school?" She looked at the older, who had a hand on his face, sighing. "Yes, Hiro, we are talking about S.F.I.T." She smiled, "So, who is this?" The taller one looked at Emily, "Oh, this is my brother, Hiro. And I'm Tasashi Hamada, by the way." He held out his hand to Emily and she shook it.
"Nice to meet you, Tadashi. I'm Emily." She smiled at the two brothers.
"So, you were talking about S.F.I.T.?" Hiro rolled his eyes and turned to walk away, "I'm not gonna be apart of this. Have fun flirting with the customer, bro." Tadashi stiffened and turned on his brother, yelping, "Hiro! T-that's not-" But the younger brother was gone, leaving them in silence.
Emily tried to stifle her laughter, but it wasn't working, and she giggled at the now blushing young man. "I'm sorry about my brother, he is very... Blunt." He rubbed the back of his neck in a nervous manner. Emily smiled at him, "That's ok. I have a sister, so I kinda get it."
He shrugged and sat down by her. "So, your going to be apart of the tech and art institute? How?" Emily shrugged and looked at her papers. "Well, earlier this year, I went to a different college, but I couldn't be in the tech program because of... Complications. So, when I got an offer from S.F.I.T., I agreed. It'll be my first year of robotics as well as my continuing first year of music when I go to the San Fransokyo college." He nodded as she explained her predicament, smiling. "I guess I'm the first person you know at the school?"
She shook her head, "Nope. I have friends of mine from high school who are in the music program. So I'm not gonna be totally alone." He smirked, "That's a good thing. At least your not alone." She shrugged and sipped at her drink. "Yea, but it's still all new to me. I come from a country area, so the city life kinda makes me... Nervous, I guess." She flushed at her silliness and shook her head. "Sorry, I'm being ridiculous." He frowned a bit at her statement, "No, not at all. It's completely understandable. I mean, life in San Fransokyo can get pretty crazy. But it's nice once you get used to it." She thought on his statement and nodded, "True, I guess it just takes time-"
The sounds of bells and a bark interrupted her and she turned to see a white dog trotting over to her. Emily gasped, "Mamoru! No, you were supposed to wait outside! Bad girl!" She jumped up, set down her drink, and went after her dog, who easily dodged her and went straight for Tadashi, yapping and wagging her tail.
Tadashi smiled and patted the happy dog. "She's yours?" He looked to Emily, who nodded. "She's a German Shepard and golden retriever mix. Though I'm not sure how she turned out albino." He chuckled and continued to play with Mamoru who seemed to like Tadashi.
Emily giggled at the site, "I think she likes you, Tadashi."
He looked over to Emily, a smile and raised eye brow on his face. "Really? I'll take that as a good sign." "You should. She's a retired police and service dog." He looked up at her in disbelief, but she nodded. "I'm serious. She used to be my dad's, but..." Emily shook her head. "Sorry, that wasn't necessary. I guess your just easy to talk to..."
Tadashi opened his mouth like he was going to say something, when a woman with short brown hair and bright green eyes came bouncing over. "Oh, hello! Are you enjoying yourself?" She stopped and looked between her nephew and Emily. She chuckled, "Did I interrupt something?" Emily shook her head quickly, while Tadashi said, "No, not at all Aunt Cass." Aunt Cass nodded and straightened her apron. "Ok then, just making sure. So, dear, how are you? What's your name? Are you new here?"
As the older lady bombarded her with questions, Emily smiled and answered the best she could. "I am fine, thank you. My name is Emily Hawkman. And yes, I am new to the area. Came up here from Texas."
' eyes widened, and so did Tadashi's, making Emily blush a bit in embarrassment. Tadashi then smiled and nodded, "That's a long way down. You must be really something for them to offer you a scholarship at S.F.I.T." Aunt Cass gasped at the new information, "Your going to S.F.I.T too? That's so exciting, congratulations!" Emily chuckled at the excited woman, intrigued by this interesting family. "Thank you, I really do appreciate it. Oh!"
She then remembered Mamoru and looked around, finding her still with Tadashi, and shook her head, sighing. "I am so sorry about my dog. She a very hyper dog, so she's not very... Patient." Aunt Cass frowned in confusion and finally noticed the dog by her nephew. She chuckled and walked around the counter to pet the dog behind her ear, which Mamoru appreciated very much. "It's fine. She's not causing any trouble, as long as she doesn't chase Mochi." Emily looked at her confused and Tadashi answered the question rising in her mind, "Mochi is our house cat."
Emily nodded in understanding, "Oh, I see. Don't worry, Mamoru is a good dog, she's surprisingly good with other animals. So you don't have to worry about that." Aunt Cass crouched down and cooed at the dog, "Aw, she's so pretty! What's her name, again?" "Mamoru. It's Japanese for protector. We didn't choose the name, but it does seem to fit her." Tadashi nodded, "Makes sense to me, since she was a police dog, like you said."
Aunt Cass furrowed her brow a bit. "Really? How old are you, Emily?"
Emily mentally sighed, as she knew what was coming, "I'm 18, and no, I didn't train for any of that. She was originally my dad's. He had her for a couple of years and they were a great team. My dad was a police officer, one of the best from where I lived. He was one of few who were chosen to train others like her." "Oh, that's cool. Where is he now?" Aunt Cass looked to Emily and saw her expression change into a sad smile.
"He died while on duty."
Emily took note of the slight shock and regret in both of their faces and waved a hand. "It's fine. It was a few years ago, anyways. Your not the first to ask." Aunt Cass stood up, "Oh, dear, I'm so sorry." The young girl shrugged, "Thank you, but like I said, it's fine." Emily tried to brighten the mood by smiling widely and forcing a chuckle. "Now, how much do I owe for the drink? I have to run."
She took out her wallet and began to rummage through it, but Cass shook her head with a smile. "Don't worry about it, Emily. It's on the house."
Emily looked up at her, a bit taken aback by the kind offer, "What? I don't want to intrude, but- " Cass lifted her hand to stop her and chuckled. "Don't worry about it. You best get going." Emily finally gave in and nodded, putting her stuff away. "Thank you, really. It was a pleasure to meet you all!"
She whistled to Mamoru, who followed her out. Before she closed the door, she poked her head back in, a bright smile on her face. "I guess I'll see you in class, Tadashi. Bye!" Tadashi smiled and waved, watching her leave.
When she was gone, Tadashi heard a cough and looked over to see his aunt and brother looking at him. "What? Do I have something on my face?" Tadashi asked. Hiro only rolled his eyes and smirked, turning to head back up to their room. Aunt Cass just chuckled and continued on her business, both of them leaving a very confused college man behind.
