Each Hour With You

Pancakes


"Neh Minako-chan, I need to return to the dorm right away. Is it really okay to leave you with so many dishes to wash?" A green haired girl asked as she reluctantly grabbed her bag and share of pancakes, eyeing the pile of dishes at the sink.

"It's okay Fuuka, whatever you're going to do later is important, so go ahead. Washing the dishes won't wear me down or kill me." Minako replied as she teasingly winked.

"I'll make it up to you next time then. Thanks Minako-chan." Fuuka gave a small wave as she left the Home Economic room in a hurry.

A sigh escaped Minako's lips, as she looked over towards the sink filled with dishes. Her smile slowly disappeared, it was alright for her to get rid of her smiling mask for once since she's the only one left inside the room. Putting on a determined face she head to the sink to battle the numerous dishes awaiting her.

The sound of the door opening snapped her out of her determination to get the dishes done right away.

"Oh Fuuka, did you forget something?" Minako asked as she continued with her task.

"Uhm…Minako?" A familiar male voice came from the other end of the room.

Her eyes widen in shock to find out Akihiko entered the room, when in-fact he should be training at the boxing club.

"Aki…don't you have training today?" She stopped washing the bowl, then facing her attention to the silver haired boy.

"Club finished early; s-so I decided to pass by." He scratched the back of his neck in shyness, "You're the only one here?"

"Yup, Fuuka left since she needed to do something important. Hey have a seat, I made some pancakes." With that she dried her hands and went over to the table with a plate stacked with pancakes.

"Y-you remembered."

Was it just her or is Akihiko's face really turning red?

"Of course I do. Tell me if it's good or not." She gave a wink, and then returned to the sink where the remaining dishes waited for her patiently.

A few minutes have passed, the sound of water running from the faucet and the sound of fork scrapping against the plate was the only sound heard; that is until the boxer interrupted the silence.

"You need help?" Akihiko came up to her side as he took off his gloves.

She gave a huge grin, turning her head to the side to look at him. His face heated up, seeing her smile, it made his knees weak.

"Nah, I can handle this." The red-eyed girl replied as she return her gaze back at the dishes.

He took her wet hands in his, as one of his hands grabbed a nearby towel and dried her hands. It was her turn to turn red.

"I'll wash the dishes, you'll dry them instead." With that the two slowly changed place, both their hands still together.

A shy nod came as his response, then their hands reluctantly let go as they resume their tasks.

The two chatted about different topics, both relaxed with each other's company. They were able to finish the dishes quickly, and tidy up the room before leaving.

"H-hey…can you make pancakes for me again? I-I liked it…" Akihiko mumbled shyly.

"Sure anytime, but there's a price you need to pay for next time." She joked as she linked her hands in his as they walked out the gate.

"And what's that?"

A cute smile spread upon her face, as she tapped her finger on her right cheek; he flushed red as he understood what she meant with just a simple motion.

"I-It seems I'll keep asking for you to make me pancakes then." A shy smile came upon his face as he lean in forward to plant a chaste kiss on her lips.


Author's Note: Don't worry I won't abandon Brand New Days, I did this during work since there's nothing else to do. Sorry if there are mistakes here and if this is very...very short. Planning to do one-shots stories if I don't have anything to do at work. So basically this is filled with One-Shots only...