Natsuki Won't Let Anything Stop Her

by Windrises

Natsuki has a bad cough and a runny nose, but she's still intending on having a worthwhile, productive day. However, Shizuru wants Natsuki to rest at her house and Yuuichi wants to spend more time with her.

Note: Mai-Hime is an anime, that was done by the studio Sunrise.

Natsuki Kuga got out of bed and started coughing. She walked to a mirror and looked at herself. She had a runny nose. She quickly grabbed some tissues, before doing more coughs. Although Natsuki had a runny nose a bad cough, her body felt fine. She still felt fit and in good condition, thanks to all the battles and exercise she did. She grabbed more tissues, before walking out of her bedroom and heading to the living room.

Natsuki grabbed a piece of toast and glass of milk. Natsuki's dad asked, "Do you want some cereal?"

Natsuki answered, "Not really. I don't feel that great."

The dad threw his newspaper, which landed in his smoothie. He was so excited, that he started doing a victory dance.

Natsuki wasn't exactly pleased, that her dad was overjoyed, at the thought of her being busy. She folded her arms and sarcastically said, "I'm glad my sickness is something, that brings you so much happiness."

The dad replied, "I'm not excited, because of your sickness. Since you're sick, you won't be needing as much food, which means I'll save money." The dad turned on the radio and started dancing around the house.

Natsuki's mom walked up to her, with a concerned look on her face. She asked, "Are you okay?"

Natsuki answered, "You don't need to worry. It's just a runny nose and a few coughs. I'll still be able, to have a regular and eventful day."

The mom asked, "Are you sure about that? If you wanted to take it easy and lounge around, I'd totally understand."

Natsuki tried to keep her confidence, while saying, "I'm going to be fine. Besides, I don't really have that big of a day. I'm just going to check on Shizuru and if Gonna Getcha breaks out of prison again, I'm going to get him."

The mom looked concerned, while asking, "You'd actually go after Gonna Getcha, while you're sick?"

Natsuki calmly answered, "I only have a small, so I'm in good condition. I doubt Gonna Getcha will pop up, but if he does, I'll swoop in and take care of his antics." Natsuki said her goodbyes and walked outside. She got into her car and started driving away.

After Natsuki left, Yuuichi Tate driver by her house. Yuuichi was an immature, desperate guy, who wanted to date Natsuki. However, Natsuki was dating Shizuru Fujino. Despite that, Yuuichi still thought he had a shot, at winning Natsuki's heart. He started knocking on the door.

Natsuki's dad was still excited, about not having to spend money of Natsuki's groceries. Because of that, he was still dancing, while opening the door.

Yuuichi waved to him and said, "Greetings, Mr. Kuga. I wanna talk to your daughter. There's a matter, that I think she and I should talk about."

The dad didn't stop dancing, while saying, "Natsuki's not here. I think she's doing a bit of traveling or something. Whatever she does, I hope she doesn't go to a bunch of stores and waste a bunch of money."

Yuuichi replied, "I hope I can find her. She's a really cool and beautiful lady. I want to spend more time with her."

The dad replied, "Let me give you some advice, whoever you are. If you want to have a successful relationship, don't spend a lot of money. When you find the girl of your dreams, buy stuff, that's on sale or is reasonably priced. If you buy her jewelry and other expensive stuff, you'll quickly run out of money, which will lead to her dumping you."

Yuuichi responded, "Thank you for the advice, Mr. Kuga." Yuuichi got into his car and started driving to a dollar store.

Natsuki drove to Shizuru's house. She did a few coughs, before getting to Shizuru's door. She knocked on the door, while wiping her nose. Shizuru opened the door. She had a hard time not grinning, when Natsuki visited her. Natsuki and Shizuru loved one another, more than anybody or anything. Although Natsuki was more shy and vocal about her love for Shizuru, she was as loving and sweet, as her girlfriend.

Shizuru hugged Natsuki, while saying, "It's great to see you, my love."

A light blush came upon Natsuki's face, while replying, "I always enjoy seeing you, Shizuru. You're the sweetest and most beautiful woman, that the world has ever seen."

Shizuru shook her head and replied, "No, that honor is reserved for you. Nobody could ever top your record."

Natsuki coughed and her nose started running. She hoped Shizuru wouldn't nice, but Shizuru paid close attention. She had a worried look on her face, while saying, "You're sick, aren't you?"

Natsuki calmly answered, "You don't need to worry, Shizuru. It's just a small cold. I'm going to be perfectly fine. You shouldn't be making a big deal, just because I'm coughing and my nose is runny."

Shizuru brought Natsuki inside and closed the door, while saying, "Natsuki, you're the most important thing in my life. Because of that, it's my duty, to protect you."

Natsuki replied, "I'm honored and flattered, I really am. However, I've fought tons of villains and have been on lots of adventures, so I'm not the type of person, who needs to be protected and guarded."

Shizuru picked Natsuki up and responded, "You may be strong and unbeatable, when it comes to fights. However, you have a very sensitive, gentle heart." She put Natsuki on her couch and put a blanket on her.

Natsuki replied, "Come on, Shizuru. I'm a warrior and my illness couldn't be smaller, so you shouldn't be making a fuss."

Shizuru sat next to Natsuki and responded, "You're the love of my life, so I'm always going to make a fuss, when you're in danger."

Natsuki raised an eyebrow and asked, "You think I'm in danger?" Shizuru nodded. Natsuki said, "Give me a break. I'm not feeling that bad. I plan on having a nice, normal day. If any crimes happen or anything like that, I'll take care of it. A small cold isn't going to stop me, from my responsibilities and duties."

Shizuru replied, "I'm sorry, Natsuki. I admire your dedication and desire, to making the city a safer place. However, you're not in proper condition, to leave and go fight crime. I'm going to keep you safe and comfortable, darling." Shizuru wrapped her arms around Natsuki and started hugging her.

Natsuki tried to get free, even though she felt her heart warming up, from Shizuru's affection. She said, "Shizuru, you better let me go."

Shizuru replied, "I apologize, but you need to stay here and be safe. Besides, hugging you is the most comfortable feeling in the world. If you don't like it, I can let go."

Natsuki shyly responded, "It does feel very cozy." Shizuru grinned. Natsuki couldn't resist wrapping her arms around Shizuru and hugging her. Both women blushed, while cuddling.

After all the hugging and cuddling, Natsuki relaxed on the couch and turned on the TV, while Shizuru brushed her hair. Natsuki watched the news and saw a news report, that was about Gonna Getcha. Gonna Getcha had bribed a prison guard, which led to him getting fired. The Sheriff was so busy, at yelling at the prison guard, that he wasn't focusing on Gonna Getcha.

Natsuki looked at Shizuru and said, "I have to get going."

Shizuru shook her head and replied, "That's not going to be happening, darling. I'm not trying to inconvenience you or make you mad. You're the most precious gift, that my heart has ever received. Because of that, I must keep you safe. I know Gonna Getcha's petty and isn't super strong, but he might have the advantage, because of you having a cold."

Natsuki responded, "Even though I feel a little sick, I still have lots of energy and I can think well. I do lots of exercise and training, everyday. Because of that, my mind and body remain in shape, even when I get a bad cough." She gently rubbed Shizuru's hair, while saying, "I'm honored, by how much you love and care about me, but I'm going to be perfectly fine. I need you to believe in me and let me go on this mission."

Shizuru replied, "I'm not fond, of what you're planning on doing. However, you're my girlfriend and I trust you more than anybody, so you have my full belief and support, Natsuki."

Natsuki responded, "Thank you, Shizuru. I have several abilities, which aid my crimefighting adventures. However, I believe the thing that benefits me the most, is the love you bring to my heart.

Shizuru hugged Natsuki, while saying, "You're the cutest thing, ever. I want to hold on to you, for eternity."

Natsuki replied, "I'd love that, but for now, I must go on another mission. However, I promise to return, to your loving and cozy arms." She walked out and started getting into her car, while coughing.

Meanwhile, Gonna Getcha walked into a bank. Since his bribing scheme got him out of prison, he was hoping he could use another bribe, to get access to the bank's vault. He looked around and saw a teller, who eating candy and throwing paperclips, at one of his co-workers. Gonna Getcha twirled his mustache, while walking to the teller. He had an evil smile on his face, while saying, "Greetings, teller."

The teller asked, "What do you want?"

Gonna Getcha answered, "I want to examine this bank's vault. I know that isn't the type of request, that most employees would be comfortable with providing. However, I know how to make this more captivating, for you." He showed off a hundred-dollars, while saying, "I'll let you have this, if you open the vault and let me check it out."

The teller was greedy and wasn't a wise person, so a sleazy smile came upon his face, while saying, "Okay then." He signaled to Gonna Getcha, to follow him.

Gonna Getcha and the teller walked to the vault. The teller opened the vault. Gonna Getcha handed him a hundred-dollars. The teller started celebrating, while Gonna Getcha went into the vault and started grabbing the money. He said, "I'm going to have the bank's entire batch of money." He did an evil laugh.

A few minutes later, Natsuki drove by the bank. She got out of her car and was close to the bank, but Yuuichi walked up to her. He was carrying bags of items, which he got from the dollar store. Yuuichi smiled and said, "Hi Natsuki. It's great to see you."

Natsuki replied, "Hi Yuuichi. It's nice to see you and all, but can you excuse me? I have an important adventure, that I need to take care of."

Yuuichi responded, "Hold on, Natsuki. This is one of the most important things, of all time."

Natsuki was used to Yuuichi saying hyperbolic things, to get her attention. Because of that, she said, "I'm doubting that. You better show me, at a very quick pace, because I'm about to go."

Yuuichi pulled out a few cups, cheap-looking toys, and an exercise DVD. He said, "I got this stuff, from the dollar store. By buying such cheap items, I'll be able to get you more stuff, than you can ever imagine. That way, I'll have an endless amount of gifts, that your heart can treasure." Natsuki rolled her eyes and started running away.

Natsuki went into the bank. The teller saw her running around, so he asked, "Where are you going?"

Natsuki answered, "I'm going to check the vault, to make sure Gonna Getcha isn't here. He's the city's most dangerous and bothersome bank robber."

The teller replied, "Gonna Getcha is here. He's paying the vault a visit."

Natsuki responded, "Then I need to go there and stop him."

The teller stuck his hand out and replied, "Hold on there. Gonna Getcha may be a thief and stuff like that, but he paid me a good price, to visit the vault."

Natsuki gave the teller a disapproving look and said, "You accepted one of Gonna Getcha's bribes. You should be ashamed of yourself, for that."

The teller defensively replied, "Hey, just because I work for the bank, that doesn't mean I have to be loyal to it or protect it. I only work for the bank, so I can get money, and if somebody offers me money, I'm going to accept it."

Natsuki folded her arms and responded, "That's not a good way, at viewing your job. You should be getting a meeting, with your boss, that deals with this issue. However, there's more important things, which need my attention." Natsuki did a few more coughs.

Natsuki went into the vault and saw Gonna Getcha. She did more coughs and used tissue, for her runny nose. Gonna Getcha had an evil smile on his face, while saying, "It appears, that I'm going to be this fight's winner. During the past few months, you've been beating me. However, I always knew I was stronger. Since you have a disadvantage, my superiority is going to be proven." He did an evil laugh.

Natsuki replied, "That's not going to be happening, you desperate bank robber. You haven't been winning our fights, because your morality is flawed and you have mediocre fighting skills."

Gonna Getcha had a proud smile on his face, while responding, "You're incredibly wrong about that. For decades, I've been showing the world, how dangerous and menacing I truly am. I've been scaring citizens and police so much, that I've become one of the most wanted criminals, of all time." He twirled his mustache, while doing another evil laugh.

Natsuki started punching and kicking Gonna Getcha, while saying, "Your reputation hasn't been so infamous, because you're a master criminal and an imposing threat. Your only impressive quality is being able to escape prison, dozens of times, each year. You also never give up, even though you have a petty, repetitive, and scummy career."

Gonna Getcha tried to fight Natsuki, while replying, "I've done amazing things. Besides, what have you done, to make city trust and like you so much?"

Natsuki flung Gonna Getcha around, while saying, "No matter what, I never give up, when it comes to protecting the city. Even when I have a cold, I don't rest in bed and lounge around. I always fight crime and follow my heart, no matter what anybody tells me." She grabbed Gonna Getcha, while saying, "The peer pressure and insulting words, of people like yourself, has never made me give up and it never will." She punched Gonna Getcha, who fell on the ground and passed out.

After Natsuki walked back to her car, she saw that Yuuichi was standing around and was waiting for her. She had a confused look on her face, while asking, "Why are you here?"

Yuuichi handed her the stuff, that he got from the dollar store. He started pacing around the street, while saying, "I was hoping, that you and I could start spending more time together, so our bond can grow." Natsuki started coughing. Yuuichi was a clean freak, so he started walking away.

Natsuki drove back to Shizuru's house. She knocked on the door, while straightening her hair. Shizuru opened the door. Natsuki stuck her arms out, to offer Shizuru a hug. Shizuru accepted it and the two women had a long, loving hug.

Shizuru said, "I'm so glad you've come back, darling. Did you beaten up, by Gonna Getcha?"

Natsuki answered, "No, I showed him who's boss."

Shizuru replied, "I'm so proud of you, my love. You're the greatest hero, that this city has ever had. You're also my knight in shining armor."

Natsuki responded, "Shizuru, nothing will stop me, from going on adventures and fighting crime. Also, nothing will stop me, from loving you and returning to your loving arms." Shizuru had a big smile on her face, while picking her beloved Natsuki up. She sat on the couch and held Natsuki in her arms. Natsuki knew that, whenever she was with Shizuru, she won't let anything stop her, from being the happiest person in the world.