I do not own Itazura na kiss, but I do own this fanfiction.
Chapter 1
I don't know whether I should feel happy or be depressed. Naoki has just announced the big news: He got a job in America. He said he would go and that it would serve as his training. The moment he said it, I felt blank.
"He didn't even ask if I was alright with it" I sighed as I continued drying the dishes. "Should I come with him?" I thought, "No, I probably won't make it and just be a burden."
I tried to list the advantages of him leaving:
1. He gets to develop his skills
2. He gets smarter
3. It's a once in a lifetime opportunity, we should take it
4. He would probably be happier without me bugging him every 5 seconds
5. I get more time for myself
What else? I can't think of more. Only one thing keeps popping in my head: he's leaving me. I drew small circles on the countertop with my fingers. I wonder what would happen in the future. How would I be without him? How would he be without me? Would he be fine living alone? Even though I know he would be, I can't help but worry.
I finished the dishes and quickly went back up to our room. I stopped by the door and stared at the sign on it. "Naoki 3 Kotoko" A small smile formed on my face, not exactly reaching my eyes.
I opened the door and stepped inside. Naoki's on his laptop, doing some work. I sat on the bed facing his back. I clasped my hands together.
"How long will you be there?" He stopped for a moment then turned to face me.
"I don't know." He replied. I snickered, unbelievable.
He stared at me, as if trying to read my emotions. I thought I was an open book, but he seems to be having a hard time deciphering how I feel. Although I understand, because even I can't seem to understand my own emotions
"I'll be back, don't worry." I tried to surpass a smile and nodded.
"You go continue your work, I'll be sleeping first." He nodded as he watched me tuck myself to sleep.