Desires of the Heart
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Key: (y.n) Your Name, as in…INSERT YOUR NAME!
Summary: You, a 15 year old high school student, have been living in Tokyo Japan your whole life. Along with your closest friends, you entered "Shikiyou High", hoping to graduate without failing.
Your brother, Chichiri is in his 2nd year of college, but he has taken a break from his studies to take care of you while you are still in school. Chichiri is like your best friend, who just happens to be related to you. Your mother died a few years ago, and your dad is out of the country on a business trip. So you and Chichiri have been living in your old apartment without parents for a few months now. Since then, Chichiri is not only your brother; he has also taken on the role of a father…a father close to your age
As for your REAL friends…a lucky gal like you, HAS to be friends with the great Tasuki Sugashiro! Tasuki is in his last year of high school, but he acts your age. Yup…he is…and always will be your best bud! Through bad times and good, he's been there for you. Even when you felt like crying, you've always gone to him for help. Perfect brother figure for you…don't you think? Tasuki is also Chichiri's best friend. So he's a family friend.
Your life is great…just the everyday crushes…and a little DRAMA mixed in. School is a drag for you…your grades slip from time to time…and work can be hell…and yet, you get through it with a smile on your face. Too bad a "perfect" life can't find its way to you huh….?
First…Day…Of…School…PEFECT!
"(y.n)! WAKE UP YA KNOW! DON'T WANNA BE LATE FOR THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL YA KNOW!" called your older brother as he zipped past your bedroom door. "BREAKFAST WILL BE READY IN A FEW YA KNOW! GET UP!" Before completely diving off the stairs, he banged his fist harshly against the door, almost making it fall down.
Bundled up soundly under your sheets, you snuggled deeper into the covers, while at the same time pulling the pillow over your head. "DAMNIT CHICHIRI! I WANNA SLEEP!" You yelled back shutting your eyes tightly.
Everyday it was the same routine…your brother would get up bright and early…but he would never walk out of his room. God forbid he wake up 2 minutes late! Anyway, he wakes up early, yet he never gets ready. Getting ready on time is a sin ya know…or so you think. Considering this guy isn't going to school anymore…HES IN COLLEGE! So as usual, he changes 5 minutes before you and he actually have to leave the house. Then he ATTEMPTS to wake you up, while at the same time getting breakfast and preparing lunches. Yes, he is a slacker, but his academics prove he's worth something.
Chichiri paused outside of your room, looking quite annoyed. "(y.n)! YOU GET YOUR BUTT OUT HERE RIGHT THIS INSTANT! TASUKI WILL BE HERE ANY SECOND TO DRIVE US TO SCHOOL YA KNOW! You wouldn't wanna get left behind ya know!" Sighing, he jiggled the door knob to your room, but seeing as he tries this everyday, you outsmarted him this time by locking the door.
"I DON'T WANNA! TASUKI CAN COME FOR ALL I CARE! LEAVE ME ALONE!" Burying farther down into your bed, you prayed for a day off from school. Before finishing off with an "amen", the door bell rang 5 times consistently. Swearing in your mind, you rolled out of bed, hitting your head on the ground, followed by your bed sheets. "He's here…"
"KNOCK KNOCK! WHO'S THERE! TASUKI! TASKUI WHO! CHICHIRI'S BESTEST BUD! THAT'S WHO! OH TASUKI…COME ON IN! THANK…"
Before Tasuki could finish his entrance speech, Chichiri left your bedroom door and walked down the stairs, unlocking the front door casually. "She's still in bed ya know…" sighing once more, Chichiri strolled into the kitchen and took out a lunch box for you. The door swung open, almost knocking down the lamp that stood on a table nearby.
With his head lowered, a young man with gorgeous red hair entered the apartment. "Ruin my entrance why don't ya Chichiri…" The boy leaned against the kitchen wall, folding his arms against his chest. "So... (y.n) still in bed huh? Mind if I walk in on her?" Looking up the stairs, Tasuki leaned forward trying to see if the door was open.
Chichiri paused and looked up at his friend, "I don't care ya know…get her out of bed quick, we have to leave in 10 minutes ya know…" gazing at the clock, he quickened his pace.
On the other hand, Tasuki grinned devilishly. "Alright…consider it done my friend." Tip-toeing up the stairs, he stopped outside of your room. Bringing his hand up to the door, Tasuki knocked lightly. "Youuuuuuuu-whoooooo! Wakie wakie! Eggs and bakie!" Grinning stupidly, Tasuki knocked continuously, trying his hardest to disturb your slumber.
Once again, you groaned hatefully. "Shut…up! DOESN'T ANYONE GET THE WORD 'SLEEP' AROUND HERE! JESUS!" Growing enraged out of your mind, you threw your pillow at the door.
Tasuki snickered knowingly, "Nope…sorry that term isn't in my dictionary." Grinning wider, he jiggled the door knob just as Chichiri had done, but still the door was locked. "You think you're good huh? Lockin' the door…pathetic." Letting out a small laugh, Tasuki pulled out his student I.D. and stuck it in between the door. Swiping it up and down a few times, he finally got the lock and the door knob gave out a clicking sound, indicating it was no longer locked. Smiling evilly, he opened the door, revealing the lump in the bed which was you. "Oh wow…you're not even UP!" Shaking his head, Tasuki ventured deeper into your room.
Moaning, you turned so your back was facing Tasuki. "5 more minutes Tasuki…pweeeeeese!" You begged cuddling closer to the sheets around you.
Tasuki seemed to show SOME signs of sympathy, but they were quickly demolished by the thoughts of sabotage. Smiling lightly, Tasuki closed his eyes and shrugged. "Suuuuure…I guess I could give you 5 more minutes…" inside, he smirked sinisterly. After receiving a thankful sigh from you, he made his move. Advancing slowly, he held his hands out in front of him.
1…2…3! He descended his fingers onto your form and started to tickle mercilessly! And as a result, you screamed. "TASUKI! YOU JERK!" Too bad the rest of your threat had no way to escape. His hands just kept tickling you in your weak spots. Laughing harder by the second, you tried your hardest not to let tear to slip down your cheeks. Good or bad, the only thing that will make Tasuki upset is seeing you cry. One time, a guy you liked had made you cry. So after you told Tasuki, he beat up the punk. After that, the guy never LOOKED at you again.
After a few more seconds of helpless laughs, Tasuki stopped his torture. Sitting down at the foot of your bed, he smiled at you and you smiled back playfully. "Jerk…that was such an 'assy' thing to do…" Sitting up, your (color) hair fell down your back all tangled and out of place.
Tasuki just grinned and gave a peace sign. "Hey…your bro wanted me to wake you up…and that was the only thing I could think of…" Getting up, Tasuki looked over his shoulder. "Ok kid, get your ass out of bed and meet your brother and me downstairs. School is gonna to start in 5 minutes." As that last sentence left Tasuki's mouth, you had already zipped into the bathroom.
"5 MINUTES! ARE YOU KIDDING! TASUKI! I'LL BE OUT IN A SECOND!" Gargling quickly, and juggling your uniform in your hands, pushed Tasuki out of your room and locked the door hastily.
Eyes wide, Tasuki stared blankly at the door. "What…just happened?" From downstairs, Chichiri came out of the kitchen with his backpack and lunch in hand.
Looking up at Tasuki, he asked, "Hey! Is (y.n) almost done? We have to leave ya know!" Walking up the stairs, Chichiri passed his friend and went into his own room.
Following his friend's example, Tasuki also walked into the room. "Yea, she's just putting her uniform on." He leaned against the frame of the door, glancing at Chichiri. Tasuki has known Chichiri and you for practically his whole life. When Chichiri had gone on one of his dad's business trips, Tasuki had taken care of you, making him another brother to you. Though, he and Chichiri have been best friends since they were little kids.
Returning to reality, Tasuki watched Chichiri pick up a few more pieces of paper and notebooks, and then looked out into the hallway. Sure enough, there was (y.n) huffing and puffing with your school bag in hand and hair still slightly tangled and messy, but it would have to do for now.
"Idiot…" Sweat dropping, Tasuki came over to you and laid his elbow on top of your head, leaning against you.
You gritted your teeth and tried to punch him. "Hey! What's the big idea! Come on! Put em up pal!" You threatened swinging several times at him, though none of your weak punches penetrated the older boy.
Tasuki just grinned and chuckled, "stupid…I'm part of the karate club…you really don't expect…" his bragging was halted by an irritated Chichiri.
"In case you haven't noticed, WE'RE REALLY REALLY LATE YA KNOW! QUICK! I'M DRIVING!" Ignoring the complaints from you and Tasuki, Chichiri dragged both of you down the stairs by your collars, locked the door to the apartment, and dumped both of you in the back of the car. Then, jumping into the driver's seat of the convertible, Chichiri inserted the key into the ignition, and quickly entered the traffic.
From the back of the car, Tasuki started to yell, "What the hell! This is MY car Chichiri! Who said you could…" once again, Tasuki couldn't quite finish his complaint. Abruptly, Chichiri made a sharp turn into the school grounds and parked the car perfectly in the parking lot.
Turning to face his friend, Chichiri smiled, "we're here! Come on (y.n)! Your class has already started. Tasuki and I will walk you to your room and give an excuse for you ya know."
You had to smile back at your brother for this. He was always thinking about you. Never had a selfish thought crossed his mind, which worried you a little. Sure it was great having a big brother, but he should have some fun too…he shouldn't always have to worry about his little sister. "Okay. Thanks bro!" After hugging Chichiri, you leapt out of the car with your book bag in hand. "Come on Tasuki! I'll race ya to the school doors!" Laughing childishly, you started to run.
Chichiri and Tasuki watched you run farther and farther away from the car towards the school. Next, Chichiri actually opened the car door and stepped out of the convertible. "Well…you better go after her ya know. I'll get your stuff." Motioning towards you, Chichiri picked up his and Tasuki's backpack then closed the door to the car.
Tasuki nodded and ran out of the car waving back at Chichiri. "Thanks man!" After Chichiri's reply, Tasuki sprinted after you, smiling playfully as he caught up. "LOSER! I'M TOTALLY GONNA WIN!"
Laughing competitively, you challenged, "NOT IF I GET THERE FIRST IDIOT!" Increasing your speed, you ran faster and reached the front steps seconds before Tasuki landed next to you. "HAHAHA! LOSER! WHAT NOW!" Making various tough guy poses, you rubbed in your victory.
Tasuki just stood there with his hands crossed sternly. "You…cheated…" was all he said before lifting you up in his arms bridal style and spinning you around in circles playfully.
The two of you laughed together cheerfully as you hung onto Tasuki with your arms wrapped around his neck.
From the parking lot, Chichiri smiled warmly, watching his sister laughing and smiling in Tasuki's arms. '…thanks Tasuki.'
Walking out of the parking lot, Chichiri met up with you and Tasuki at the front steps, where the three of you walked into the school side by side, with you walking betwixt Tasuki and your brother.
Author's Note: ALRIGHTY! That was my first chappie chap! v()v I really hated my summary, but I didn't want to go in too deep…really and truthfully, this summary was the longest I've ever had…I actually had to split this one up into separate paragraphs! This has never truly happened before! -(Oo)- (shrugging smiley…don't ask…(--) ) Well…hope you liked this chapter I really liked my dialogue personally…but I've always loved my talking between characters…brings out the fun of the story I think. I hope the characters weren't TOO Out Of Character… ("OOC" for future reference) Otay…well that's all for now guyz! KK! BYEZ:P