Alright everyone! Here I go again trying to make an updated fic! I havn't posted in YEARS and I also havn't posted Ryuki in…years.
I will go down with this ship.
I also own nothing except a butt ton of feels.
"So, would you be down?" The teen asked as he looked up from his flip phone. He was leaning against the locker across from hers.
She had just pulled her black sweater on over her head, "Sorry, I wasn't paying attention."
"My sister wants us to have a double date with her boyfriend on Friday night." He gave his head a flick and his black hair flew out of his eyes momentarily.
She half smiled, she thought it was cute when he did that, but she would never admit it. She shoved her shoes off and threw them in her locker while slipping into her trainers. "Any chance Natsumi and I can get to make fun of you together is welcome by me." She flipped open her phone and frowned.
His expression lit up, "I'll tell her yes then."
Takato had texted her five times in a row, it was something he did at least a few times a month, "Sure. I have to get going, I have to be at work in fifteen minutes."
He stuffed the phone into his pocket and picked up his school bag over his shoulder, "Okay, I'll see you tomorrow?"
She looked up at him and nodded, "Yeah, I'll be here early so we can go over your paper."
He tugged her sweater towards him, "Did I ever tell you how lucky I am to have you?"
She put her arms around his neck, "Only when you get irritating."
"Ah, there's my Rika."
She tiptoed and kissed him quickly before gently pushing him off so she could start walking, "See you tomorrow morning."
He shook his head, "Bye."
Hypnos wasn't too far from her school. It took the others much longer to get there. She fished her badge out of her bag and scanned it to gain access into the building. She met Henry on the way up.
"How's your day been so far?" he asked politely.
She shrugged, "It's been okay."
He nodded, "How's the boyfriend?"
"Good I guess. I'm meeting his sister's boyfriend on Friday." They walked into the room and set down their things.
"That's big. I haven't met any of my sibling's significant others yet."
"If you say so, I don't think it's that big of a deal."
"How long have you guys been dating again?" he asked.
She walked over to her computer, "A little over a year."
Riley walked into the room, "You've been dating Haruto for a year? You're just a kid."
"I turned fifteen in two months ago." Rika said defensively.
"Oh my god, stop it. All of you. Stop it." Riley demanded.
"Stop what?" Yamaki asked as he walked into the room.
"Tell the kids to stop growing." She pouted.
Yamaki rolled his eyes. "We have real business to attend to today."
Rika waited for her login to authorize when she remembered the texts, "Oh, I almost forgot, Takato is going to be late today."
"He texted you guys all hundred times too?" Yamaki asked exasperated.
They all nodded. Takato liked to cover his bases.
"We'll start without him. Let's get to work everyone."
"So Rika what are you wearing tonight?" Her mom asked casually.
Rika was looking over a few notes for a quiz she had on Monday, "Who says I'm going out tonight?" she responded in a bored voice.
"A little bird." Her mom sang.
Rika sighed, "I'm going to have to be more careful around Riley."
"Hey that's no fair," her mom pouted, "She's my only source for what you're up to."
"You know mom, you could always ask me." She said.
"Well if you would ever give me a straight answer I would." She countered.
She packed up the notes, "Fair enough." She needed to get ready anyways. This was the most irritating thing to Rika about having a boyfriend, describing her dating adventures with her over eager mother. Their relationship was hurdles better before the times of the D-Reaper but she had become downright unbearable anytime Rika even mentioned his name.
She and Haruto had been friends in middle school, and lab partners in the first semester of school. They got along well enough. He had grown about two feet over the school break and by the time sprig came around for the new year he went from a shy lankly boy to a tall and lean teen. He had mid length black hair that swooped around his ears and yellow eyes. He kind of reminded Rika of a cat sometimes. Jeri was the one to convince her to say yes to him.
"It's like shopping, you know? You date people and if you don't like them, dump em. Its not like you're married. How are you going to know what you like in a man if you don't do some research?" Jeri said as she shuffled her cards.
Rika rolled her eyes and dealt out her cards. "This coming from the girl who is waiting around for her crush to ask her out."
Jeri peered down and started her first few moves, "We are destiny. I know who I end up with." She said proudly, "You have options. Don't wait until your finished college."
Rika raised her eyebrow, "So just become a slut?"
"No, Rika, god, no. Just because you date multiple people does not make you a slut." Jeri said.
Rika nodded and killed Jeri's cards, "Sounds like the definition of a slut."
Jeri huffed, "Well, don't date everyone then. Date people who you have a connection with, and who you want more of a connection with." She placed a defense card down on the playing mat.
"You are so contradictory." Rika said as she took down Jeri's defense.
"I feel like you could like him," she placed a few cards down, "give him a chance."
Rika drew a new card, "We'll see."
Jeri grinned, "If I win this battle you have to say yes."
Rika rolled her eyes, as if Jeri could beat her in a Digimon Card Game. "Sure."
Jeri placed her last card down, "Ha! Looks like you have a date." Her SaberLeomon combined with both a fly and an armor card effectively beat out Rika's Mereamon.
"Fuck."
"See, get him out of your head by giving him a chance, and you can go back to beating me." Jeri said brightly.
Rika opened her closet and pulled out a simple outfit classy enough for a sit down restaurant. She pulled out a dark blue pair of jeans and a white cashmere sweater. "I'm just meeting his sister's boyfriend mom; I don't need to dress up for that."
Her mom came into the room as she pulled the sweater over her ponytail. "At least wear your hair down." She said crossing her arms.
Rika took out her hair tie and combed her fingers through the red and orange hairs quickly before pulling it all back up into a smoother, fresher ponytail.
Her mom rolled her eyes and threw her hands up in the air, "I give up."
Rika smirked as she walked out the door, "I'll be back around nine."
"Have fun babe." Her mom called.
Rika met Haruto at the shopping district before heading to the restaurant together.
"I'm kind of nervous." He admitted as they walked into the restaurant.
Rika rolled her eyes, "Why would you be nervous?"
"I don't know," he said sheepishly, "I have weird vibes about this guy."
"You and your stupid vibes." Rika muttered.
"Hey, I had great vibes the day I asked you out." He said brightly.
"Sometimes I regret saying yes."
He took her hand, "And sometimes you don't. I see her."
They walked over to the table where Natsumi was. She looked similar enough to Haruto to be related. She had long black hair and fresh makeup on her face. Natusimi grinned as she saw the pair come towards her.
"Good vibes today; o great fortune teller?" She asked Haruto.
Rika shook her head, "Not great ones I'm afraid, we're going to have to give him another quarter so he can try again."
Natsumi laughed, "Oh Rika, you are my favourite person."
"Speaking of person, where's yours?" Haruto asked unfazed, he was used to them teaming up on him.
They all sat down and got waters from the waiter, "He's just parking the car, he lives a ways out."
Haruto nodded and then saw his sister's boyfriend walking towards the table.
He walked in and pulled out his chair, "Hey Sumi, sorry I took a while, parking here is not fun."
"Akiyama?" Rika blurted. It looked and sounded an awful lot like him. He was wearing khakis and a maroon polo shirt.
He turned around and his eyes did a double take, "Hey, what are you doing here Pumpkin?"
"You guys already know each other?" Natusmi asked amused.
"Unfortunately." Rika said sarcastically, "Seriously Natsumi? Anyone but this guy."
Natsumi laughed, "Hey Ryo's not that bad."
"Yeah, I'm not that bad." He repeated.
Rika gave an aggravated sigh, "I don't know if I'm going to be able to last a whole meal with you. My yearly dose of you is more than enough."
Haruto squeezed her hand, "I'm sure you'll survive."
Rika nodded and breathed in. They weren't kids anymore and for Haruto's sake she would get through this.
"So this is the guy Riley has told me all about." Ryo said grinning. "To think I'd known him for a whole month. You did well for yourself Pumpkin."
"And we're not ten anymore you have to start using my name." Rika said sternly.
"How do you guys know each other?" Natsumi asked.
"We fought the D-Reaper together a few years ago, and now we both work for Hypnos. I work in a different branch closer to home." Ryo answered.
The rest of the dinner went well, once Rika told Ryo off about using her proper name a few more times. They ordered and at dessert Natsumi took a picture of everyone with her digital camera. "I have a feeling we're going to be a great family." She said grinning. Rika had actually gotten along pretty well with Ryo and to her surprise it was actually a really good time.
Haruto walked her home and kissed her goodnight. When she changed for bed she opened up her laptop to check her email and to instant message Haruto goodnight.
Natsumi had already uploaded and emailed the photo to her. There was another e-mail in her inbox, from someone she didn't recognize. She clicked on it as Haruto's chat popped up on her screen. She furrowed her eyebrows and minimized his chat. She read the e-mail twice.
To: digicequeen
From: digimoncgking
Re:Photo! re: Great Time
hey rika,
it was great seeing u tonight. hope u don't mind, i know we have each others work email but i got ur personal email from natusmi. i love that we're past all the childish stuff. still fun to poke fun u tho. this is my number (123-3214-6578), add me to ur contacts so i can let you know when im in town.
Haruto seems cool. u guys r cute together.
hope u have a good night,
ryo
Rika smirked and looked at the photo attached to the bottom of the email. He'd obviously replied to her from the thread.
She grabbed her phone and saved his number. She had his number before some years ago, but they both had new numbers and it was good to catch up.
She finally messaged Haruto goodnight and went to bed.
It started out innocent enough.
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
hey rika hows it going
January 20 2005 16:36
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Not bad dealing with assignments and tests
January 20 2005 16:37
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
u guys go 2 the same school?
January 20 2005 16:38
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Yeah
January 20 2005 16:38
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
wow i didn't know u were one of thoese super smart kids
January 20 2005 16:39
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
I think I fall under super rich kids..my mom pays tuition
January 20 2005 16:40
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
but itsnt ur school known for kicking out students if there under the grade level?
January 20 2005 16:41
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
I guess
January 20 2005 16:41
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
And I think you mean they're*
January 20 2005 16:42
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
so u r super smart
January 20 2005 16:42
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
I keep up
January 20 2005 16:43
And it went from once in a while texting to weekly texting.
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Tnx for my birthday present
February 12 2005 07:42
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Used it last night
February 12 2005 07:42
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Your welcome what did you guys see?
February 12 2005 07:43
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Hitch
February 12 2005 07:43
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
I think we're seeing that next week
February 12 2005 07:44
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Its pretty funny
February 12 2005 07:44
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
I hear
February 12 2005 07:46
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Hows that assignment going?
February 12 2005 07:46
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Im over this stupid assignment
February 12 2005 07:50
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
How late did u stay up?
February 12 2005 07:55
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
I finally finished it around 2, how about you?
February 12 2005 07:55
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
I was asleep by 11
February 12 2005 07:57
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
How do you not stress about your grades?
February 12 2005 07:57
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Cuz I have u 2 edit all my work
February 12 2005 07:58
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
I wouldn't do it if it didn't benefit me
February 12 2005 07:58
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
I know im just a small speck in ur grand scheme
February 12 2005 07:59
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Lol your crazy. Hey remember that you need to hand in your application forms this week
February 12 2005 07:59
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
I know, sumi reminded me 2
February 12 2005 08:01
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Good
February 12 2005 08:01
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Are you at school?
February 12 2005 08:03
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Almost there
February 12 2005 08:03
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Ok have a good day
February 12 2005 08:05
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
You 2
February 12 2005 08:05
Then it went from weekly to daily.
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Morning
March 16 2005 07:12
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Morning how are we 2day
March 16 2005 07:13
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
My moms already gone for the day
March 16 2005 07:13
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Such tranquility you get to have
March 16 2005 07:14
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Lol yep
March 16 2005 07:33
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Are you on the train yet?
March 16 2005 07:35
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
You'll know when I stop texting
March 16 2005 07:39
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
I guess that means your on it
March 16 2005 07:52
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
U know they should start putting cell signals on the trains
March 16 2005 07:54
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
I mean what if there was some sort of an emergency?
March 16 2005 07:54
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
I have a surprise for u
March 16 2005 07:54
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Im at school already text you in a few
March 16 2005 07:55
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
How could you end with that
March 16 2005 08:02
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
You need to tell me
March 16 2005 08:02
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
I hate surprises
March 16 2005 08:02
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
I got early acceptance into uni
March 16 2005 14:02
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Congrtaz.
March 16 2005 14:15
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
It wouldn't have been for u
March 16 2005 14:18
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
How?
March 16 2005 14:19
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Well ur the one who made me fix my text spelling
March 16 2005 14:25
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
And you helped me fill out my applications
March 16 2005 14:25
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
And you edit almost every paper I turn in
March 16 2005 14:25
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Your amazing
March 16 2005 14:27
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
I try.
March 16 2005 14:30
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
No really you are its 2:30 are you home yet?
March 16 2005 14:30
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Yeah just got in.
March 16 2005 14:31
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Good I like to know your safe
March 16 2005 14:31
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Your like an internet stalker sometimes
March 16 2005 14:34
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Hey safety is important
March 16 2005 14:36
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Sure I have homework
March 16 2005 14:36
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Didn't u have that for dinner last night?
March 28 2005 19:46
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
This is what happens when my mom and I are left defenceless
March 28 2005 19:47
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Ramen noodles are Nonaka essentials
March 28 2005 19:47
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
I feel bad for u guys, I just might come over to cook for u 2
March 28 2005 19:48
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
If I wasn't so hungry id be pissed at that comment
March 28 2005 19:48
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Ramen isn't real food
March 28 2005 19:50
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Ramen can be considered real food in desperate situations
March 28 2005 19:50
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Ur grandma is out of town for 3 days
March 28 2005 19:51
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
We're pretty pathetic aren't we?
March 28 2005 19:51
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
I wouldn't say ur pathetic, adorable, yes
March 28 2005 19:52
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Its adorable that we can't cook?
March 28 2005 19:52
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Yes
March 28 2005 19:53
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
I feel like your saying these things because you know im too hungry to care
March 28 2005 19:53
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Right again WC
March 28 2005 19:54
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
I hate that
March 28 2005 19:54
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Hate what
March 28 2005 19:54
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
WC
March 28 2005 19:55
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
But that's what u are
March 28 2005 19:55
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
I am not
March 28 2005 19:55
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Im more than 100% sure that u have been a wildcat in ur past life
March 28 2005 19:56
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Fuck off Akiyama
March 28 2005 19:56
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
WC for life
March 28 2005 19:56
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
U okay?
April 4 2005 07:26
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Yeah
April 4 2005 07:26
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
U didn't msg me back last night
April 4 2005 07:28
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Sorry I fell asleep
April 4 2005 07:35
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
U work 2 hard
April 4 2005 07:36
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Well I need to for the career path I want
April 4 2005 07:36
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
I would hate 2 face u in court
April 4 2005 07:38
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
You should be scared
April 4 2005 07:38
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Well I was a little worried so make sure u msg me 2nite k?
April 4 2005 07:39
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Fine
April 4 2005 07:39
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Hey I heard what happened
April 6 2005 17:57
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
It was a long time coming
April 6 2005 18:07
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Yeah, you ok tho?
April 6 2005 18:07
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
I think so it wasnt technically out of the blue
April 6 2005 18:07
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Well if u need anything im here
April 6 2005 18:08
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
As a friend
April 6 2005 18:08
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
I know thx
April 6 2005 18:08
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
You sure you don't want to talk about it
April 6 2005 18:09
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Whats there 2 talk about
April 6 2005 18:09
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
We drifted apart, I can't even remember the last time I kissed her tbh
April 6 2005 18:09
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
I see
April 6 2005 18:10
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Well as long as you not drowning yourself in icecream or anything
April 6 2005 18:10
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Lol
April 6 2005 18:12
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Thx I actually smiled
April 6 2005 18:12
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Your welcome
April 6 2005 18:12
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Change of subject! Are u coming to the meeting?
April 6 2005 18:13
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Yeah you?
April 6 2005 18:14
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Yeah Ill be there we should get coffee or something after
April 6 2005 18:15
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Bring your uni paperwork and we can fill them out
April 6 2005 18:15
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Ur killing me. Paperwork? Really? Ill bring something better
April 6 2005 18:15
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Like what
April 6 2005 18:16
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Digimon Cards
April 6 2005 18:16
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
When was the last time you even played?
April 6 2005 18:16
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
2 or 3 years?
April 6 2005 18:16
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Digimon cards are a bad idea
April 6 2005 18:17
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Y?
April 6 2005 18:17
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
You just got dumped, I don't wana make you feel worse by whipping your ass in battle
April 6 2005 18:17
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Well now I have to battle u 2 defend my honour.
April 6 2005 18:17
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Okay. After the meeting then
April 6 2005 18:18
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
It's a date
April 6 2005 18:18
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Not a real date
April 6 2005 18:18
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Forget I said date
April 6 2005 18:19
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Its okay. Not a date. I think I got that
April 6 2005 18:19
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Good
April 6 2005 18:19
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Y did I get a text from Henry saying Haruto broke up with you?
May 5 2005 15:26
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Rika?
May 5 2005 15:26
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Txt me back
May 5 2005 15:26
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Rika r u okay?
May 5 2005 15:27
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Rikkkkaa
May 5 2005 15:27
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
U kno im just going to msg u until u msg me back
May 5 2005 15:27
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
I kno being dumped sucks but im here if u wanna talk
May 5 2005 15:27
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Im coming
May 5 2005 15:28
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
Meet me at the coffee shop
May 5 2005 15:30
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
U kno me im gonna wait there all night
May 5 2005 15:32
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
So u better show
May 5 2005 15:32
MSG: NONAKA RIKA
Im gonna beat your ass in battle this time
May 5 2005 15:44
MSG: AKIYAMA RYO
U wish WC
May 5 2005 15:45
"You didn't have to come all the way here you know."
"Yeah well I wanted to."
"Thanks."
"You okay?"
"Yeah, I think it was over a long time ago."
He nodded. "This is me." he said as they approached the platform, "You sure you're okay?"
"Yes, I'm fine."
"Okay." he opened his arms out for a hug.
Rika rolled her eyes.
"Humor me. I came all this way to see if you were okay." He said with a grin.
She took a step towards him and let him have his hug. She swallowed hard and closed her eyes. Her forehead rested on his shoulder. She could feel something pouncing lightly on her arm. Was this his heartbeat?
He pulled back from the hug enough to look at her.
"What is it?" she asked. People were starting to crowd the platform. Her arms were wound around his back.
"I just. Well I." he stuttered, "You have no idea how much I want to kiss you."
"So kiss me."
He bit his lip, "I can't."
"Why not?" she stepped away from him and crossed her arms over her chest. She felt like she'd been punched in the stomach.
He ran his hand through his hair, "You're fifteen. I'm eighteen. It's like I'm taking advantage of you."
"You can't take advantage if it's consensual." She muttered to the ground. She felt like they came this far. She raised her head to look him in the eye. "You're the reason we broke up. You know that right?"
"Yes." He said it, but the oncoming train was drowning him out and it was only getting louder.
"So why can't we try? Isn't that why you're here?" She asked over the noise. The train stopped and people started to flood in and out. "Why are you here Ryo?"
Ryo looked at a loss for words. Why was he here? She was right.
He was taking too long. Rika shook her head and turned around to walk away. She was fine all day, but it wasn't until now that she felt like she'd been dumped.
She felt someone jerk her arm and when she turned around she came flush against him. "What the fuck R—"
She was cut off. She could vaguely hear the train taking off again as he kissed her. She really did think that once you've been kissed, kisses were going to feel the same. She was wrong. Very wrong. Her head felt light as every butterfly that ever settled in her stomach took flight.
When they broke apart the platform was empty. It was just the two of them. "Yeah," he breathed pressing his forehead against hers, "That's why I came here."