The Language of Flowers

by Rinikittybabe

A series of drabbles based on Tokimeki Memorial Girl's Side 1st Love Plus. Based on the pairing of Morimura Sakuya and Suzuki Mayu heroine after the events of the game, as they continue their life together. One-shot with update potential.

The bouquet arrived with the morning and with it, messages that warmed my heart.

It had been almost three years now, since I had received a confession of love from Morimura Sakuya. I had loved him almost since I met him my first year of high school. The way he spoke so softly to the flowers, lovingly watering them and caring for their every need. He was so gentle and kind and I longed for him to turn that sweet smile in my direction. I knew that if he loved me, it would be forever.

I was so happy the day he told me, Suzuki Mayu, just how he felt, in that field of red anemone; the flowers that bloomed as a symbol of our love. I'm still happy. We go to the same university now and though he's busy, Sakuya never forgets to make time for me. When we are too busy to see each other, he sends me flowers.

I held the bouquet up to my face, drinking in the smells of the blooming flowers, each with its own special meaning. I know some couples just send roses, but the flowers Sakuya sends me are secret messages spoken in the language of flowers, a language I've become fluent in. Here are the bells of Ireland meaning 'luck' and the cherry blossoms which stand for 'a good education' spelling out, "good luck on your midterms." The pink carnations told me that he was always thinking of me and the red anemones, the flowers of our memories, assured me of his love more eloquently than words. These flowers were his feelings and they were beautiful.

I filled a vase with water and lovingly arranged the blossoms in it, smiling and humming to myself as I did so. Then I placed them on the table in my room, where I would be able to see them while I studied. "I think he deserves a response, don't you?" I asked the blooms, which seemed to nod as a slight breeze swept in through my open window. I got out my cell phone and began to type a message of my own, "Sakuya thank you for the flowers. I put them in water right away and I can't help but smile each time I see them. I think they can feel my love for you and will live a long time. Do well on your midterms. Let's go out again when we are both done. I love you. -Mayu" I pressed 'send' with joy in my heart.