A/N: hi everyone! Welcome to my very first fic here on Persona archive! NOSTALGIA! This idea popped in my head while I was listening to Ikimono Gakari's song, "Nostalgia"(The Girl Who Leapt Through Time Live action movie OST). I did this months ago and now, as you can see, I finally decided to upload this. I just thought, why not? If it sucks or not, it's for the readers to decide, hehe.
Just so you know, this isn't a song fic. The song just gave me an inspiration plus idea back then. It's a reeeeeally good song you know, try listening to it if you still haven't!
Well... That's it. Enough of my rantings. Let's move on! Hope you enjoy.
ENGLISH ISN'T MY FIRST LANGUAGE. If there are grammatical errors, please let me know so that, I could correct them with your help. :)
Disclaimer: I don't own Persona. And the song NOSTALGIA. So there. Obviously, both aren't mine, haha.
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April 5, 2010.
I held my head up high, and gaze above. It's surprisingly calm, and I am strangely feeling relieved. Seeing those clouds slowly gather around a deep blue sky. A chilly breeze passing through my skin. Definitely, one of the greatest morning here at Port Island. A peaceful world, indeed. I sighed heavily at that thought. Why? I don't know. It's always been peaceful in the first place. I decided to brush it off and resumed my stroll. Putting on my silver earphones at a low volume. Hands in my pockets.
As strange as it is, I am currently making my way to Gekkoukan High School, to start my new year as a third year high school student. I don't know why I said 'strange' but that's just how I felt. Actually, I always feel like that ever since I woke up from the hospital the other week.
By the time I woke up, I immediately saw Yukari, besides my bed. Her eyes widened, whispering my name breathlessly. I raised my brows when suddenly, a tear rolled down her cheeks. I was about to ask what happened when she lunged herself to me, giving me a bone crushing hug. Though still confused, I rubbed her back with one hand. And before I knew it, she pulled away and said something like calling the others about the situation, and then ran outside.
When my former dormmates came over, that's when I felt more...strange, for some reason I couldn't lay a finger on. Mitsuru and Akihiko-senpai were there. With Junpei, Fuuka, Ken and Koromaru.(I don't know how they managed to get him inside the hospital, though.) And Yukari of course, still teary eyed. I was really surprised when they said, I've been in a coma in almost 2 months because of an accident-I was hit by a speedy car. All I did was gape. Seriously? Was I that stupid enough to be almost killed in such a way? It's not that I don't believe them, I think it's just...strange.
There it is. That word again.
I asked them if all of the dorm residents were there, and when they said no, my heart started beating frantically, my eyes widen in anticipation as I clutched my bedsheets tight, only to know that Shinjiro Aragaki-senpai and Kirijo group's robot named Aigis were the ones they're pertaining to. Saying they couldn't make it because of some circumstances.
I was disappointed, because of... Reasons unknown. I groaned silently as my head began to hurt. There's something I am expecting, I'm sure of it. But I don't know, what it is, or who it is.
It felt like, everything's not in order. Everything felt so wrong.
"Earth to Minato-kun!"
I blinked and stopped walking. I saw Yukari waving her hand to my face. I glanced around, so I'm at the school gate already, huh. I looked at her again. "Hey, Yukari." I didn't even bother to smile, 'cause I don't feel like it.
We started to walk by the gates, with some students eyeing us with those...uh, jealousy eyes? Whatever.
"So...Good morning, sleepyhead." Yukari greeted me as she giggled.
"Morning, pretty head." I greeted back lazily. She just smiled.
"How's your new home? Not accustomed to it yet?"
"It's fine. You?" I asked, moving my eyes to glance at her. Tapping my portable player with a finger.
"Well, I admit I was a little sad when our dorm got shut down. I missed the dorm already. Mitsuru-senpai and Akihiko-senpai went to college so...yeah. As for everyone else, we're back here. With a different home. Fuuka is staying with her parents so I guess it's just me at the place. But I think I can manage."
"Mm-hmm.." I almost forgot that we all lived in the same dorm last year. A co-ed dorm at that. It doesn't make sense that I wanted to be there, now that I think about it. But then again, I don't regret a thing.
"Oh, do you even realize our apartments are just one block apart?" Yukari suddenly added.
"Oh yeah?" I looked down on my player again, and changed the song.
We were at the lockers by the time we noticed it.
"Gee, Minato-kun." She shook her head in disbelief. "That's all? I mean, I can't believe you didn't know I'm just near where you and Junpei were staying. What a terrible boyfriend you are. Seriously... Be grateful you just woke up from a coma or I've already slapped you by now." She joked.
My hands, which were supposed to open my locker came to a halt when I thought I heard something not quite right. I removed my earphones and let it hang on my shoulders. I looked at her sternly. "What did you just say?"
Yukari blinked a few times, her face showed confusion. "Uh, don't tell me... You forgot about...um, about me and you?"
Did I?
"Are we..." I intended to let it hang for the word being so awkward.
Yukari sighed. "Yes? I mean, I'm not dreaming that night, ain't I? Don't you really..." She's starting to look worried in each second. "...remember?"
I averted my eyes for a moment and tried to remember what she told me. And I only remembered...nothing. But why? How could I forget something special like that? It's not like me.
"I guess you don't." Yukari answered for me. "Well, can't be helped. You had an accident so I totally understand. But I'm sure it will come down to you, eventually." She smiled.
I let out a defeated sigh. "Yeah, sorry. But having an amnesia sure gives me a headache." And I feel stupid.
"At least, you remembered us, right?" Yukari smiled at me as she opened her locker and took her indoor shoes.
I suppressed a sigh. "Right."
When I already changed my shoes, we walked to the main hallway to look at the bulletin board. There were many freshmen gathered, and some of the juniors, and transfer students, searching for their names on it.
"Look, it's the popular couple!" Murmured some of the girls.
"Arisato-senpai and Takeba-senpai, right?"
"I heard Arisato-senpai got in an accident and went in a coma."
"Really? I didn't know that. I bet it's been hard on Takeba-senpai. What kind of accident was that by the way?"
"Dunno. Though, he looks okay now."
I narrowed my eyes at the board. This was why I hate being known by so many, they're so nosy, it's like they wanted to invade my personal life. But... Perhaps this confirms it, eh? Yukari and I...
Huh?
Something caught my interest on the list of names on the seniors, just below my name..
Minato Arisato - 3-D
Minako Asakura - 3-D
"Minako...Asakura?" I read the name under my breath, as I hung my mouth. My brows knitted together. That name doesn't ring a bell but somehow, it amused me. Aside from the fact that it sounded like my name. "Minako..."
"Know her?" Yukari asked me.
"Huh?" I was surprisingly, startled. "Uh, no but..."
"Interested?" She quirked an eyebrow at me, as she narrowed her eyes in slits.
Was that the green monster behind her just now? I shook my head. "I haven't even seen her. The name though, it does sounded like mine." I reasoned out, half lied.
"Oh? So you haven't heard about her yet?" She asked, incredulous.
"No-"
"DAMN! Why do I have to be in the same class as them?"
In the midst of chattering students, that one stood out in my ears. I turned to check out the person who said that. My eyes instantly grew big.
In front of the board, stands a girl with auburn messy hair, which is tied up high in a ponytail. She also have those set of white hairpins on the left side of her bangs, it looked like a roman numeral XXII. Also, the color of her eyes surprised me, they're bright ruby red. She's pursing her lips as she slightly kicked the wall in front of her. Obviously, irritated.
That girl...She's...
"Yo! Minato!" Junpei suddenly appeared and tapped my back rather hard. He put his arms around my neck, jovially. As usual, with his cap on.
I was forced to set my eyes on the guy. "What?"
"Easy there, Junpei. He just woke up a week ago, remember?" Yukari scolded.
"Aww, being all that protective and caring cutie little girlfriend now? Ouch! Hey!"
Yukari smacked Junpei's arm around me. Causing him to put it away. I glanced at the auburn haired girl again but she's not there anymore.
"Honestly, dude! Yuka-tan's hands are so heavy. They're like bricks. How do ya manage to hold hands?!" Junpei whispered to me. I just rolled my eyes. "Anyway listen here, I know you already have a hot girlfriend, but I want your opinion about the new hottie who'll be transferring here today!"
"Not now Junpei."
"Aw come on."
"Minato-kun, I'll go on ahead to the archery club. I have to check out the members since I am their senior now." I nodded when Yukari gazed at me. "And Junpei, I know where you live. Don't do anything funny. Got that?" With that deathly glare, she left.
I heard Junpei gulped his horror. "You're in big trouble, Minato."
"Not me. I'm not Junpei."
"Hey Minato! Oh, you too, Junpei." It's Kenji, walking towards us. He smirked. "So are you alright now, hero?"
"More than ever!" Junpei answered. But I was sure Kenji's looking at me.
"Uh, are you alright now, hero Minato?" Kenji stressed out my name as he snickered at Junpei.
"You.. You'll pay for that, Kenji chicken." Junpei bickered.
"Wh-who's chicken?!"
"Hero? What are you talking about?" I asked Kenji, raised brows.
"Huh? Well, everyone says you saved a girl that was going to hit by a car. And you were instead hit so as a result, you've been into coma." Kenji explained, looking above occasionally. As if trying to remember the rumor. "Quite a ladies' man eh?"
"Wow, you did that Minato?! Does Yuka-tan know this?! You..." Junpei's eyes went big that it starting to look creepy.
As if he didn't know the whole story. I slammed my hand to my face. Rumors. "No. I did no such thing. Where did that come from?"
"Eh. So it isn't true then?" Kenji sighed smiling. "Probably some of your fangirls made it up."
"I'm jealous, man. Imagine, an absolute emo has fangirls!" Junpei elbowed me.
I furrowed my brows. "That's exaggerating."
"So anyway, have you heard about the new transfer student? They said she's worth checking out because of her beautiful face and smooth skin." Kenji smirked.
"Yeah, and that she also has a nice-looking bod!" Junpei added wagging his eyebrows, while gesturing his hands in a shape of, what I assume to be an hourglass.
I shook my head again. These people are making my headache worst. "You two sounded like dirty old rapists."
They both gasped. I turned around and waved at them. "Later."
"That's so low even for Junpei, you know! And you know my type!"
"Hey Minato! There's no such thing as D.O.R!"
Then I heard Kazushi's voice from afar, calling my name.
Such a long day.
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o.o.o.o.o
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"I'm Minako Asakura. Glad to be your acquaintance!"
"She's a Japanese by blood, although she stayed in New York for 8 years. I'm expecting this class to be nice to her and teach her our customs and things that she didn't know. Alright?" Ms. Toriumi, our homeroom teacher, announced to us.
Almost all of the boys in our class commented on how such a cutie she is.
While I just stared at the new girl, scrutinizing her.
Minako Asakura.
So she's that brunette with white hairpins earlier. I don't know why but, I'm surprised that I'm wasting my time giving her so much attention. Sure, she's pretty, like they said but I know that's not it. I'm not like Junpei and besides, there are many beautiful girls in our school and I must say that this shouldn't be a big deal for me. There are Yukari and Mitsuru-senpai as best examples, however-
"Hey, she's a cutie. But hold your jaw, dude. Yuka-tan is lookin' here." Junpei whispered quickly.
"I'm not-" I pressed my lips together when I saw Yukari's looking...or glaring at me.
I sighed deeply. When did she become like this? Geez.
"Sit there, in front of Minato." Maya, or Ms. Toriumi said, not even bothering to point out which one of us is 'Minato'. She didn't even look at me. Her eyes were avoiding my gaze. Don't tell me, she's still harboring feelings towards me? I just hope not.
I returned my gaze to the new girl, and to my surprise, she's looking at me, and we locked eyes for a long time(But it's just actually seconds). Although, there's no emotion in her eyes, it's as if she knows me. It's as if she knows I'm the one who has the name, Minato. Strange.
"Oh sorry, that blue-haired emo is Minato." Ms. Toriumi finally realized, still not looking at me.
"HAHA! She said emo! Man, that cracked me up." Junpei laughed loudly. Followed by the whole class.
"What was that Junpei?" Ms. Toriumi's terrifying voice echoed.
"N-Nothing, Ma'am!"
The girl walked towards her designated seat. She's beside Kazushi and as Ms. Toriumi said, in front of me.
Before she sat down, she grinned at me. Flashing her white teeth. "'Sup?"
And I was left open-mouthed for a minute.
I sighed again. I might as well doze off for today. Headache's getting worse.
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o.o.o.o.o
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"Hey, Minato. What if... I forget you? What if I forget you exist?"
"I'll talk to you and make you remember me, no matter what."
"Make me remember you? You made it sound so easy."
"Why? Won't you do the same if I'm the one who's in that state?"
"No."
"Why not? You'll just have to kiss me, and I would know it's you."
"Huh. That seemed a bit ridiculous, don't ya think?"
"...Yeah, you're right. But I guess, forgetting you is much more ridiculous than that. Hey, why are we talking about this kind of stuff again?"
"I just want to let you know that if you forget me, I won't be mad."
"Idiot."
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"Hey!"
My eyes slowly opened as I felt someone poking my cheeks. Weird, but am I dreaming just now? I yawned as I lifted my head and sat properly.
"Huh?"
"Classes are over!"
It's Minako Asakura, talking to me. She'd spun around so she could face me. She's smiling so...wide. And her voice seemed to be familiar. What does she want?
I closed my eyes for a few seconds before opening them again. "...Asakura-san, right?"
She blinked a few times at the mention of her name. "You mean, me? Asakura-san... Haha, Asakura-san sure sounds weird, coming from you."
"What?"
"I mean, back in America, they never call me Asakura-san! That's why you know, it's kinda uh...weird."
"Get used to it by now. Anyway, since you talked to me first, there's something I want to ask you." I gazed at her in an impassive way.
"I'm not checking you out, you know. You're dreaming." She gasped.
I just raised my brow. "Pardon?"
She pouted. "It's nothing. Continue."
"So... Have we met before?"
She looked a bit surprise at first but she immediately replaced it with a grin. "Yeah."
"Really?"
"No."
"Then where did we meet?"
"Here."
My brows knitted together in annoyance. "Stop fooling around."
And she started laughing like a maniac. "Hahaha! I'm not fooling around, you cute blue emo."
I wanted to clasp my hand to her mouth to shut her up right then and there.
"By the way, Minato. The name's Minako. So call me, Minako okay?" She said as the laugh died down.
Our names really sounded identical that it's almost ridiculous. But even so, how could she be so comfortable calling me by my first name without honorifics? Is that because she's from America, like she says? But she doesn't sound like one and no matter how I look at her, she looks so...
"Heya dude. Before we proceed to a staring contest, agree with me first." Minako snapped her fingers in front of my face.
I pushed her hands away, and pushed her forehead with my hand. "Never. And don't call me by my first name."
She frowned as she folded her arms over her chest. "Pfft. You've always been playing cool and hard to get."
My eye twitched by how she sounded so familiar and close to me. "Stop talking like you know me." I lazily shifted my eyes to my portable player. "Hey!"
She pinched my left cheek. And smiled. "I am happy though. At least you doubted that this is the first time we've met." She pointed out, ignoring what I said.
I was taken aback by how she looked seriously happy right then. And by what she just stated.
"Minato-kun!"
And that's when she released my cheek. Yukari is heading to our seat. Behind her, I saw Junpei's horrified expression while making an apologetic gesture.
"Let's go." Yukari invited me, glancing over the new girl every now and then.
"Go where? Don't you have club meetings today?" I asked putting on the earphones once again.
"Yes, but..."
"Hey! You're Yukari Takeba, right? Junpei told me about you and Minato here." The girl with crimson irises beamed all of a sudden. I don't know how she get to know Junpei but since I've slept through lunch break as well, probably...that's when he approached her or whatever.
"Uh.. Okaay?" Yukari raised one brow at her. I can sense hostility on the way she looked at the transferee.
"Uhh.. Minako-chan!" Junpei jumped in between them with a nervous smile. "You're coming with me and Kenji, right? We're going to a ramen shop, Hagakure. How's that?"
"Oh, Junpei.. Nah, I don't feel like eating ramen today. Instead, why don't we go to... WUCK!" She replied cheerily.
"You know Wuck? Wow, but I don't think Kenji would appreciate that. Heh, don't think it matters anyways."
"Minato and Yukari, wanna come with us?" Asakura asked with hopeful eyes. And she's still calling me Minato.
"Err.. They have other plans, y'know!" Junpei grabbed Asakura's wrist to help her stand up. "Lovey dovey plans." He whispered, but still loud for us to hear.
"Oh my." Asakura gasped as she covered a hand to her mouth.
"Stop saying stupid things Junpei. She's getting the wrong idea. Why don't you just go?" Yukari looked really irritated.
"Fine, fine. Kiss her senseless for me, Minato." Junpei said while making smooch faces at me.
I nodded and decided to play along. "Got it."
"Hey! Shut it!" Yukari yelled, face flushed.
Asakura just laughed her ass off. "See you, lovebirds!"
And so, that just leaves Yukari and me. I stood up and grabbed my bag but stopped when I noticed Yukari's still flustered face. I can't believe she's getting so worked up to something like Junpei's green jokes.
"Ugh, that Stupei.." Yukari grumbled. "And you, you just have to agree with him, huh."
"Come on, you know him. You know me. Let's go." I started walking.
"Minato-kun, wait a sec." I turned and looked at her.
"Come with me to the club for a while?"
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o.o.o.o.o
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I slouched down besides Junpei in our not-so-big couch in our not-so-big unit in that apartment we're renting. After I convinced Yukari that I can't wait for her club meeting to finish, I went to look for a part-time job and luckily, I got one at Power Records. So I'm still in my uniform when I got home. I dropped my bag on the floor.
"Hey dude, what's with the long face?" Junpei asked, staring at me.
"Headache. Damn, accident." I lowered the volume on my player.
"Really? What about Yuka-tan? Did you two really kiss or something?"
"No. Yukari just asked me about that new student. Nothing else."
"That's it? Crap, I can't believe I'm going to lose a bet to Minako-chan!" He slammed the manga on his face.
"I'll pretend I didn't hear you." I put my head on the headrest, and closed my eyes.
"Speaking of Minako-chan, don't you think it's weird for me to feel so comfortable with her in just a short time? I mean, I think I can already trust her. It's like I knew her too well, man." I heard him flipped some manga pages.
I cracked one eye open. "You've been charmed." When he looked at me unbelievably, I closed my eyes again. "If you're not, then call it off. Unless, you admit being too soft and weak."
"H-Hey, I resent that! But, it's hard whenever I'm seeing her face, you know. What about you, Minato? You talked to her at school, don't try to deny it!"
I opened my eyes at that. But I just stared at the ceiling. I thought I was the only one who feels like we knew each other but I'm surprised, Junpei felt the same. Even Yukari. Though she said it not as blunt as Junpei. I wonder what's up. "That girl... She's an epitome of mystery."
"Whoa, deep. Is that a compliment?" He grinned mischievously.
"I don't know. But Yukari told me that she's somewhat familiar with girls like her. And that there's something different about her."
Junpei stifled a laugh. "Yuka-tan's just jealous! And know what, dude. I thought she's gonna murder you and Minako-chan back at school. I still remember myself shivering. What did you do to make her all over you, man?! She always pretends she's not, but we all know the truth. Even Fuuka, or Mitsuru-senpai knows! When we moved here, Yuka-tan-"
I sighed and set the volume a little higher while Junpei kept rambling about Yukari. I stood up and decided to make a coffee but there's nothing left.
"Junpei, I'll be out for a while."
I didn't understand his response so I just shrugged and headed out.
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o.o.o.o.o
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I stayed at Chagall for too long than I intended. I had 5 cups of Pheromone coffee until the cafe's closing. I wonder if I could still sleep like this. Maybe I could use a stroll.
My feet dragged me to ride a monorail. I looked at the outside scenery while I'm on it. When it's so peaceful like this, I couldn't quite describe why I'm feeling so empty inside. Is this some kind of disease? But ever since that accident, I always go for a checkup every week, and aside from the things I do not remember clearly, the doctor's always telling me, I'm fine.
Stress? Can be. Mental disorder? No, as far as I'm concern, I can still think straight. There's just this frequent headache. What the hell's wrong with me?
I glanced at my watch, it's almost midnight. I got out of the monorail, and proceeded to sit on one of the benches in front of the flower shop at Port Island Station. There, I gazed upon the sky. I sighed and lowered my head before long and put a hand on my forehead. Damn, headache again.
After midnight, I'll go home but for now... I'll stay.
23:58
23:59
I closed my eyes.
00:00
"...right? Minato."
00:01
I gasped. That voice...
I opened my eyes quickly and turned my head to the right. As I thought. There, sitting beside me, is Minako Asakura, still in her uniform. She had a long stick with her, covered with... Wait, is that a naginata? When did she...?
Her eyes widened in shock the moment she turned to me. "AH! It ended?! Uh.. I mean, hello Minato! F-Fancy seeing you here at this time!" She chuckled nervously.
I am pretty sure she's been there and was telling me something. But how in the world I didn't notice her 'til now? The music coming from my earphones weren't that loud, were they? Something's fishy. I sternly gazed at her. "...What are you doing here?"
"Huh? Well, I could ask you the same thing."
"I asked you first."
"I asked you second."
My eye twitched a little. "You were telling me something a little while ago."
"I was?"
"Yes."
She shook her head a few times. "You're hearing things."
No. I was also sure as hell that she said my name. Why is she denying it? I moved near her to examine her face much closer. Her eyes widened slightly. "Is that so? If you ask me, I'd think that you just have a thing for me."
She blinked, twice. "What?"
"You like me."
I stared at her eyes while I kept my expression plain and straight. But she, on the other hand looked like she was about to laugh. "Minato, what are you.. I just saw you here and thought I'm going to-"
"And you thought I'm gonna believe that?"
That's when I saw her pained expression but it was immediately changed with a light smile. "But it's true. I mean, would you believe me if I say that from the first time I saw you, you really looked familiar to me?"
I wanted to say, same here but that would only lead to unwanted series of conversations. "Oh, so that's why you're sneaking up on me?"
Her eyes grew big. "Of course not. Stop getting ahead of yourself. I told you, I just happen to see you here." She stood up and sighed. "So please.. Please don't get the wrong idea, okay? You have a girlfriend. Even though you're actually pretty good at seducing women, you shouldn't do that. Yukari will go rampage."
I looked up at her. "Hm? So you were already seduced with just that?"
She looked down on me and raised her brow. "No. It would take a lot of effort to seduce me. I know how popular you are with the girls so I'm just giving you a warning."
I didn't reply. Instead, I just looked away lazily. There she goes again, speaking like she knows me.
"... I just...don't want you to hurt Yukari, alright?"
My eyes darted towards her again as soon as those words came out of her mouth. Her voice were too soft and calm. It's almost as if she's talking about her long time friend who happened to be my girlfriend. Almost.
"You really do love talking like you know everything, don't you? I don't like you, and I was not hitting on you if that's what you're implying."
She smiled softly, sadly. "That's good, then."
I looked away again after seeing that smile she showed. She still smiled despite the things I said. And not just that, it's as if that smile is making me want to regret I said those things to her.
What's wrong with me? What's with her?
"Well, if that's all. I gotta go. See you tomorrow, Minato." She smiled again before walking away.
I looked at the direction where that crazy girl's heading. She's going to the outskirts of the station. Isn't it dangerous out there for her? There stayed those punks and gangs after all. Not that I cared but...
"Hey, you-" I called to her.
"Don't worry!" She interrupted as she glanced back at me, while walking. "I can perfectly take care of myself. You should go home Minato, be careful on the road."
She waved, and not too long after, she's gone.
Don't worry.. Go home.. be careful..
I narrowed my eyes. "Does that girl really thought I'm going to do what she told me to?"
I stood up and walked. But I noticed the path I am taking was...
I stopped in my tracks as I clenched my fists tight. No, it's not about being concern. It's all about my free will and...
Whatever. I guess I'll just have to follow what my body wants me to do.
o.o.o.o.o
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"Get out of the way, will you? Ugh. Annoying little nitwits.. I already gave you ALL of my money for nothing. What more do you punks want? My fists?"
I slapped my forehead. Yep, that's definitely her. I followed where the voices are coming from. That girl definitely has a lot of guts to walk around on dark and dangerous places on her own. What on earth is she thinking?
After I turned left to a narrowed back alley, I finally saw her. Surrounded by...three-no, four guys. And if I'm not mistaken, from the way they looked at her, they surely want something from her. But not her money, nor her fists.
"Come with us for a while, lady." One of the drunk punks said to her.
"I'll say this again, get out of the way before I get mad." She bravely warned.
They laughed like idiots. "Whether you like it or not, you're coming with us!"
Something snapped in my head when one of the bastards grabbed her arm. I don't know how but I just found myself stepping towards them and shouted, "Don't you freaking touch her!".
All of them stopped to look at me, including Asakura. Shock and worry was really evident on her face. And that made me question myself all of a sudden..
What am I doing?
"I see.. Your boyfriend, eh? Get him!" One of them ordered, probably their leader.
"Minato-" Asakura was about to walk towards me but someone grabbed both her shoulders.
That's it.
Before they got to me, I sprinted and already punched their leader on the face, and it made him stagger backwards. Releasing Asakura from his grip.
A second after that, all of them started surrounding me. Now, I really have no choice but to fight all of them. However, with a quick movement, Asakura released her naginata from its cover, and pointed towards them. Her stance... That stance... It's like she's doing it for a long time. It looks so damn familiar.
When they saw how serious she was(and how sharp the weapon is), they ran like they saw a ghost. And that was after one of them punched me in the face. Damn. I wiped a blood on the side of my lips with the sleeve of my uniform.
I got more annoyed when I noticed that I am catching my breath. When did I get so weak? Dammit. That coma thing really rusted me out.
When my panting subsided, I heard Asakura sighed and looked at me. "You okay?"
"This is nothing." I replied not looking at her. What would I tell her if she asks me of the reason I helped her? Hell, even I didn't know why.
We stayed standing for a long time. Silence was our only company but after a while, it broke when she started laughing. I noticed how out of character her laugh was. It's not that loud, it sounded shallow. I forced myself to glance at her. "You know, this is really unexpected..." She said in between laughs, but...
Is she crying?
She wiped her tears with her fingers. Still laughing. "Although I already told you I can take care of myself... You're just like that, huh.. Minato?"
This girl always surprises me. I could tell that she's somewhat really glad but... "Why are you..."
"Crying? Silly, it's joy's tears." She wiped them all dry. "Anyway, thank you for coming for me. Let me treat that scratch okay?" She rummage through her backpack. "Here."
I saw her took out her hand from the bag, and rubbed her thumb on the side of my lips. I blinked in shock. "It's just a medicine. Don't be that shock." She laughed again.
I caught myself staring. So I stepped away. "What are you doing in a place like this anyway?"
She gazed above, as if thinking it over. "Uh.. Let's just say, I'm looking for someone." Then, she smiled. "An important person."
"Why here? Why not go to the police?"
"I can't. He's not missing. He's... He's just hiding, I suppose." She replied, a bit hesitatingly.
"Here? What a stunning hiding place he chose, huh." I looked around us.
She chuckled. "I agree. It doesn't matter, anyway. I just want to see if he's doing well. That's all." She looked around as well. "After all, he doesn't know me."
"Huh?" Did I just hear it right?
"So," She took a deep breath. "Going home now?" And smiled.
I stared at her, reading her expression, but couldn't. "Yeah, my head hurts."
"Okay, after we got out of here, you can go home. I still have something to do so... I can't go back yet. Don't worry, I won't come here alone anymore. And I'll keep in mind that only you, Minato, are allowed to touch me." She winked and grinned.
"In your dreams." I narrowed my eyes on her but she just laughed and ushered me to get out of the place with her.
I sighed, exasperated. Come to think of it, why did I even say that?
Don't you freaking touch her!
I'm having this sudden urge to whack my head multiple times. Was I the one who got charmed? Why did I get myself in trouble just for her? Am I out of my mind?
I have so many questions, but for now, the best thing to do is...
Go home and sleep.
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A/N: Erm.. Haha. I know you wonder about the ASAKURA surname of the FeMC. It's the first that came to my mind when I thought of a 4 syllabic surname that starts with A. Kinda like Arisato you know, haha.
So if you have some suggestions, ideas or if there's something that you wanted me to consider for the next chapter, feel free to let me know through your reviews. And of course, that includes your questions too, if there's any. ;)
Thanks for reading!