Author's Note: After watching Sakura Trick and reading the manga, Shizuku and Kotone became one of my favorite couples. I loved their relationship and I wished Sakura Trick focused on their story more. Since there are not a lot of stories that focus on Shizuku and Kotone, I decided to write one. This takes place during their second year of high school during the cultural festival. This is my first time writing since 2014 so I am a bit rusty. Please let me know what you think!
Moments Like This – "Sunrises and Rooftops"
Shizuku Minami stood alone at Misato West Senior High's rooftop. She had spend the night at school for the second straight year in order to finish her class's preparations for the cultural festival.
She was anticipating this year's festival. Last year, Shizuku had a great time playing the witch for her class's dramatic reading of Snow White. Most of all, she was looking forward to spending time with Kotone.
Kotone. The blonde became the most important person in her life. Shizuku didn't think it was possible to care so much about a single person. She thought that only existed in movies and shojo mangas. But here she was, alone at the rooftop and thinking about the girl who stole her heart.
A cool breeze ruffled her hair. Shizuku released a sigh. She didn't know how long she's been up there. She assumed it must have been a couple of hours since the horizon was now a mixture of an orange and blue hue, indicating that the sun will rise soon.
"There you are," a voice said.
Shizuku turned her head to the sound of the voice and found Kotone grinning cheekily by the door. Shizuku's faintly blushed at the sight of the blonde teenager. She quickly turned her face to the chain-linked fence to hide her flushed cheeks.
Kotone giggled at Shizuku's bashfulness. She was still amused that the purple-haired girl would still get embarrassed over the little things like a smile. That's one of the things that she loved about Shizuku.
Kotone slowly walked towards her better half and stood next to her. "I was wondering where you went. I woke up and you weren't in the classroom anymore."
"I didn't mean to worry you. I just needed fresh air," Shizuku replied quietly.
Kotone looked over to Shizuku and noticed a blank expression on the young girl's face. The shorter girl was known for her stoic and sour facial expressions, but this was different. It was empty and hopeless. Kotone furrowed her eyebrows and bit her lower lip. "Is something wrong?"
"N-nothing's wrong. I just couldn't sleep. I'm just anxious on how our planetarium will look for the cultural festival," Shizuku stammered. "Anyways, we should head back to the classroom. We don't want the others to worry." She was about to walk towards the door until she felt Kotone's hand on her shoulder.
"Shizuku-chan, I know you're not okay. I want you to be honest with me, " Kotone pleaded. She slid her hand down Shizuku's arm and grabbed her hand. She then rubbed Shizuku's knuckles with her thumb.
Shizuku fell silent; debating whether or not she was going to tell Kotone the reason why was at the rooftop during this time. She knew that Kotone would understand, but she didn't want to worry her.
"You can tell me anything."
Shizuku looked at Kotone and felt the girl's warm touch. She felt so safe right now. Kotone was the only one who could make her feel that way. The shorter girl took a deep breath. "Last year, I said that I couldn't imagine time going by so fast. But here we are, at our second cultural festival."
"Why does that upset you?"
Shizuku couldn't stop the tears from forming around her eyes. "Because it means another year has past! We only have two years to figure something out before you have to go away." Her voice cracked and a tear fell down her face.
Kotone wiped the tear from Shizuku's cheek and embraced her. "We still have time to sort this all out," Kotone reassured her. She broke their embrace and put her hands onto Shizuku's shoulders. "We've already done a couple of things to fight for our future. You even got a part-time job."
Shizuku let out a sigh and walked towards the fence. "I don't think that's enough." She turned her face to look at Kotone. "I'm only making minimum wage."
"Well if you weren't so against it, I could also get a part-time job," Kotone pointed out.
"No offense, but I don't think you're cut out for food service," Shizuku replied. She snickered as a mental image of Kotone dropping a stack of plates crossed her mind.
Kotone shook her head and chuckled. She approached Shizuku from the back and wrapped her arms around the shorter girl's waist. Shizuku leaned into Kotone's embrace and touched the blonde's arms. "I promise you, Shizuku, we will figure this out together. Like what I told you before, I don't want to be with anyone else but you."
"How can you stay so optimistic about this? You don't even sound scared, " Shizuku whispered.
"I am scared." Kotone broke their embrace and faced the purple-haired girl. She lovingly placed her hand onto Shizuku's cheek. "I'm scared of losing you, but I learned to look past my fears or else I'll miss out on the important things."
"Like what?"
"Moments like this." She turned her head back to look at the view beyond the fence. A golden ray was slowly approaching the horizon. "Look," Kotone pointed at the sky, "when was the last time we were awake to watch the sunrise together?"
"We never have a chance since you always sleep until noon," Shizuku teased.
"Hey! That's the second time you've teased me!" Kotone exclaimed as she playfully hit Shizuku's shoulder.
Shizuku giggled and looked at the sky. The golden ray was slowly crossing the horizon and turning into a bright yellow sphere. The sun was rising.
Kotone released a content sigh. "I like sunrises. I always liked them better than sunsets."
"How come?"
She looked over at Shizuku and interlaced their hands together. "Sunrises are symbols for new beginnings. And that's what I see in you. In us." She pulled Shizuku closer to her, their lips inches apart. She looked into Shizuku's eyes and a faint blush appeared on Kotone's face. "You're my beginning. You're the only one I want to have a future with."
Kotone closed the distance between them and pressed her lips onto Shizuku's. Shizuku didn't hesitate in welcoming the kiss. She tightened her hold on Kotone's hands and tilted her head to deepen the kiss. She moaned softly at Kotone's touch and taste. She loved being this close to her, but Shizuku wanted more. She opened her mouth a little wider and licked Kotone's lips with her tongue, asking for permission to enter.
Kotone was a little surprised at Shizuku's actions since the shorter girl was more reserved. She opened her mouth and let Shizuku enter. She could feel her tongue tangling with Shizuku's. Their hearts were beating as one; they were in complete bliss.
They eventually parted, breathless from their kiss. They stood there a moment, smiling affectionately at each other. A comfortable silence fell between them.
"Kotone-chan," Shizuku broke the silence. Her cheeks were turning a shade of pink once again. "I feel the same way about you. I'm sorry for worrying you earlier. I just don't want to lose you. Just know that I won't stop fighting for us."
Kotone lifted her hand and lovingly caressed Shizuku's cheek. "I know. We'll do this together." She softly kissed Shizuku's forehead and rested her cheek on Shizuku's forehead. Shizuku leaned into Kotone and wrapped her arms around the blonde. They stood there together, admiring the view.
"We'll watch an endless amount of sunrises together. I know it."
END
Author's Note: This will be a series of one-shots that explores Shizuku and Kotone's relationship. Does anyone have any prompts they would like to be written? I have a couple chapters outlined, but suggestions are always welcome! Please leave a review if you can. Thank you!