*Beep..BEep..BEEp..BEEP*
A groan was heard under the bed covers and a hand reached out and hit the snooze button. The hand fell lazily to the side of the bed and was left hanging there, until 10 minutes later...
*Beep..BEep..BEE-*
The alarm was stopped abruptly when the hand once again, more angrily grasped the alarm clock and was about to throw it against the wall when she suddenly remembered it was a 'gift' from her girlfriend.
"Since you murdered your poor alarm clock last week, I bought you a new one. Perfect timing now that school is starting next week."
Well this 17 year old thought other wise. She hated alarm clocks. This one was one of those alarms that escalated slowly from a quiet tone to a loud, obnoxious alarm. She preferred having to be woken up by her mother like when she was younger...
The girl set back the alarm clock back to her bed side table. Groggily getting up, she went to the bathroom that was connected to her bedroom. She turnt on a switch and was now adjusting to the bright lights that was harsh on her tired eyes. With an annoyed sigh, she grabbed her toothbrush to begin brushing her teeth. She ran her free right hand through her short, dirty blond colored hair, and decided she needed to take shower..
Rubbing the shampoo through her hair, she began drifting onto memory lane..thinking about her mother. How she missed her so much. As cheesy as it sounds, her mother was truly her best friend. She still remembered clearly the day she decided to come out..
"Mom I..I need to tell you something important."
Sheila who had her blond hair up in a clip with her reading glasses sitting on her satin, tan colored love seat, looked up from the book she was reading and moved her full attention towards her daughter. "What is it Haru?" Sheila asked looking worriedly at her fidgeting 13 year old daughter who was playing with her long hair. She didn't answer so she said some supporting words. "Hunny you know you can tell me anything right?"
"Yes. I'm just scared how you're going to react..mom I don't want you to love any less..."
Sheila now taking off her reading glasses and putting down the book, stood up to where her daughter was standing across the coffee table from where she was sitting, and put her hands on her shoulders.
"Haruka don't say such silly things. You know I'd still love you even if you got an F on your History class." Haruka, who hasn't smiled throughout this conversation finally grinned. "There's that smile I love to see everyday. Haru I won't stop loving you any less for any reason, ever. Now tell me what's got you so upset?"
Taking a deep breath and releasing it slowly, she looked at her mother's dark blue eyes. It was now or ever.
"Mom I'm..I'm gay..."
By this time, Haruka did not have the courage to look her mother in the eyes and decided that the floor was now very interesting. She was surprised when her mom developed her into a hug instead of yelling.
"Oh Haru I'm so glad that you finally told me." Seeing the confused shocked face on her daughter's facial expressions, she added, "Haruka, did you really think I wouldn't notice that girl you always seem to hug longer than necessary? And not to mention the letter she wrote for you.."
"You're not even a little bit mad?" Sheila shook her head no. "Wait, wait... so you know about me and Joy? And you read my letter? That was something personal.."
"Sorry about that Haru but I couldn't help it when I noticed the hearts and the lipped stick kiss on the envelope directing for my daughter." Haruka blushed at that. "I'm more than okay with your relationship with Joy. You should bring her over so I can formally meet her."
"Mom we just started dating. Just give me a couple of days." Her mother laughed at her daughter's flustered cheeks but nodded non the less. "Thank you mom. I love you so much..you really are the best."
*End Flashback*
'If only she even had the chance to meet Joy..'
Haruka was taken out of her thoughts when she heard the door open from the other bathroom door.
'Great I forgot to put tape on the other door. I'm really slacking off.' She may have her bathroom connected to her room but it doesn't mean that it was her own private quarters. It was also connected to her brothers room on the other side. Well every time her brother's bedroom door is opened, the bathroom door to his room would open. There was no doorknob on his bathroom door so it was basically just a swinging door like the ones they use at restaurants for the employees to walk in and out. They always seem to forget to put a door knob.
"Haruka what the heck are you doing in there? You've been in there for 35 minutes!" His voice was coming from his bedroom. She has been standing under the hot water not noticing how much time has past by. With a sigh, she turnt the water off and wrapped herself with a white cotton robe and went to go get ready.
Ten minutes later, Haruka walked downstairs fully dressed with her school uniform. She wore a collared, white shirt and a navy colored tie on, matching her navy slacks with a pair of white Nike shoes. She found her brother in the kitchen blowing on his hot coffee. Ryo was dressed in casual clothing. He was wearing a red shirt with black jeans and black shoes. Ryo is 22 years old, tall as Haruka, and lanky. He has brown colored hair and blue eyes. He definitely looked more like their father than their mother.
"Sorry Ryo, I was just thinking..about stuff."
"About mom? Haruka it's okay to remember but stop getting upset by it. Mom wouldn't want to see you like this."
Haruka sighed. "I know Ryo, I know. I just miss her. Another school year without her. It's just hard."
"Believe me Haruka, I understand. I miss her too. Alright well you're late already for school so eat something quick."
She flipped open her cell phone and saw it was 7:25 A.M. Well she wasn't that late. Besides, she wasn't thrilled about going to class orientation. There were also two texts by Joy and her best friend, Mamoru.
"Babe I didn't see you this morning. I'm guessing you had a hard time waking up. I'll see you later. Love you." 'Joy knows me more than I do myself.'
"Where are you Haru-chan? There's this beautiful girl in my orientation class. I hope I have her for at least one class later on. Should I go up to her?" 'Damn Mamoru. He knows I hate it when I get called Haru-chan. Why should I help him with this girl?'
"Haruka are you listening?" Ryo was getting annoyed by how Haruka could get so distracted by a couple of texts." Just take an energy bar and go now!"
"Okay okay. I'll see you after school." She grabbed a yellow apple instead of an energy bar and was about to reach the door to leave when he call out for her.
"Wait Haruka. Someone is coming over today so just don't do anything that'll embarrass me."
"Mm hmm, is it a special girl perhaps?" She asked with a right raised eyebrow grinning like a fool at the blush that was forming on his brothers face spreading to his ears.
"I'm not telling you. Just please stay calm and be nice. Now go! I'll see you later sis." Haruka laughed and just waved off.
When Haruka parked her 2007 yellow Ford Mustang at her school parking lot, she saw students walking in and out of their classes from the portables.
'Shit I've missed my orientation. Damn traffic!' On her way to the school, she took the freeway and there was a huge accident right on her route. How she hated traffic. She preferred going fast and having the wind blow on her face, playing with her hair. With an angry groan, she slammed her car door and mad her way to her counselor's office. Along the way she saw some friends she hadn't seen since summer break and just waved at them. There were also some freshmen girls who were already goggling over her. It was sure going to be a long junior year.
"Hey Haru-chan!"
She cringed at the name already knowing who it was. turned around and glared at the man who dared call her that horrid name. He had neatly combed, black hair. He had a set of dark blue eyes that would make any girl melt under his stare. Even though girls liked him, he's never confident enough to ever try anything with them. He was more of a gentleman type of guy, which you didn't really see many these days..
"Mamoru why do you insist on calling me that name?"
He laughed nervously and smiled innocently while rubbing the back of his neck. "Sorry Haruka I just want to give you a nice nickname. All in good nature buddy. So why are you late? You missed orientation."
She grunted. "Mamoru you think I don't know that I've missed orientation. Look I'll catch you later. I'm going to my counselor to get my schedule." Without even waiting for a response, she began walking to her destination.
"Haruka don't let me find out that you're late again. Last year I was lenient on you for all those tardies you had, but this year, you've got to be more responsible." The blond's counselor said to her.
"Okay Ms. Orango. I'll try to not disappoint you." And with that she got up getting ready to leave.
"Tenoh, you won't try, you will. Just because I was a close friend of your mother doesn't mean I won't punish you. Don't let me find out of any future tardies. Now go Haruka."
"Yes mam." With that she went to her first class with an excuse note from Ms. Orango for her tardiness. When she got to her classroom, the class was in the middle of introducing themselves when she entered. As usual, everyone turned to see who the newcomer was. Haruka usually loved getting the attention of her peers, but it annoyed her as hell when all the students would look at whoever comes through that door. What's so amazing that you have to stare? She never understood it..she guessed it might be because class is so boring that you want to find anything that would distract you from these lectures.
The History teacher looked at her annoyed but accepted the excuse, but before she could sit, he asked her to introduce herself.
"My name is Haruka Tenoh." And with that she was already making her way to her friend, Makoto, who was already laughing at her.
"No, no, no Mr. Tenoh, you're not done yet. Tell the class three things that you like and dislike."
Haruka was not phased by the gender mistake. It happens everyday and she did not care for it. With a calm face, equally matching her calm voice tone, she responded. "Well first off it's Ms. Tenoh. I like car racing, running and the piano. I dislike waking up early, being caught up in traffic and I hate people who drive under the influence." There were a couple of people gossiping about her already, yet there were still girls, knowing Haruka's gender, who were still attracted to her. Who could blame them? Haruka is a beautiful yet handsome blond. Her hair always kept that wind blown affect. Tall and well built for a girl, she was definitely different, but in a good way, from her peers.
"Haruka are you okay? You seem agitated?" Makoto asked once Haruka took a seat next to her.
"The usual as every year Mako-chan. I'm okay. I'm just a little mad from the traffic I was caught up in."
"Well as long as you're okay Haruka."
"Ladies please your attention is up here." Both turned to look at the front and kept their attention up there for the rest of the period.
Later..
'Finally last class of the day!' Haruka thought to herself Haruka walked to her last class, which was track. At her school she was able to have track as a replacement class for P.E., but not everyone was allowed to join. They had to be either a sophomore or a senior and have a good GPA throughout the semesters, and it's because of those rules, not many people joined.
She got her size for her track uniform from her coach and with that she was given her code for her locker. The locker room was filled with laughter and loud conversations. A couple of girls got quiet, not knowing why a boy was in the girl's locker room. Other girls who already knew Haruka's gender just minded their own.
"Um hello you're in the wrong room. Boys side is in the opposite side from ours." A dark tanned girl with short, red hair told her matter of factly.
Haruka smirked and instead of saying anything, she began to undress. When she unbuttoned her shirt, she turned around smiling. "So you were saying what now?"
The girls who did not expect this boy to be a girl were shocked but the red headed girl just smiled. "Sorry about that. Elsa Grey and you are.."
"Haruka Tenoh and it's okay." She returned the smile and shook the extended hand. "Well I gotta get dressed before coach starts yelling." She turned back around to get dressed in her track shirt and shorts.
"Girls we're going to the track. Line up in a row." The coach spoke up and everyone got up and walked towards the exit.
"Hey Tenoh you're pretty quick but I doubt that you'll be able to beat me in a real competition." Elsa said to Haruka who in returned, smirked.
"Is that a challenge then Grey? You're fast as well but I'm fast as the wind, or so I've been told."
"Well we'll have to see about that. I was the fastest runner back at my old school and I bet I'll keep that reputation here."
"Confident I see..I'm starting to like you Grey. Well I'm looking forward to race you in the future..but I gotta go now. See you." "Sure Tenoh. As long as you don't chicken out. Bye."
Once in the locker room, she took a shower and got dressed ready to go back home. Walking towards her car, she smiled widely seeing the person she hadn't seen all day.
"Hey babe it's been forever!" She scooped her girlfriend of 4 years into her arms and spun her around.
"Baby put me down we're going to fall!" The girl said through fits of giggles as Haruka put her down "And it hasn't been forever you big baby. I'm going to try to switch some classes so we can have at least the same lunch together.." She leaned up to kiss Haruka. "In the mean while, let's head over to your house." She said seductively in her left ear.
This girl's name is Joy Hazuki. She had beautiful orange-reddish hair reaching her mid-back. Beautiful set of chocolate colored eyes. Soft pink lips that drove Haruka off the wall. She is fairly tall, but not as tall as her blond girlfriend. Joy was definitely gifted with a curvy shape. She had a small waist with a nice set of hips, not too big, not to small..just the perfect size. Around size B in cup size. The same girl Haruka has been with for four years. There were of course, like any couple, arguments and some breaking points but that's overlooked by their more happier moments together.
Haruka smiled and opened the passenger side door for Joy. "After you my lady."
Joy smiled and just did a curt bow and held her hands to her side as if she were wearing a dress. "Why thank you kindly Sir" Haruka laughed and closed the door and went to the the driver's side.
"Hey, Ryo has some girl down at my house so just be respectful."
Side glancing with a playful smirk Joy responded. "So that means no teasing?" Seeing the smile and the other girl's head shaking no, she started pouting. "You're no fun Haruka."
Laughing Haruka glanced at Joy. She loved seeing her cute pouts. "Well maybe just a little..after all, he did only tell me to play nice. He didn't mention my little devil though." The beauty next to her giggled into her hands. "I guess Ryo really likes this girl..so we can't mess it too badly up for him."
The Mustang was parked up next to a 2007 dark blue Nissan Altima up at the two story white and beige colored house. The area is pretty quiet and calm. The houses around have a big amount of space between each other. In front of the houses, there's a small lake a couple of yards away from the road with beautiful Redbud and your average green leafed trees spread all around the lake. A couple of benches were set all along the lake. The area was will filled with grass but there were gravel pathways among the area as well where couples were now seen walking together. Getting out of the car, Haruka turned her attention to the Altima.
"Hmm must be that girl's car." She peered into the car's windows and noticed something. "Leather! I must admit, she has good taste."
Joy giggled. "You and your car obsessions. Sometimes I think you love cars more than me." She crossed her arms and pouted.
Haruka turned back to look at Joy and walked up to her, putting her hands around her waist pulling her closer. Yet she didn't get Joy to drop her arms. They were still crossed until Haruka leaned in to kiss her.
'Still nothing? Jeez it's like kissing a wall. Okay time to kick it up a notch.'
Haruka let her hands travel further down south until she heard a gasp and took the opportunity to kiss her more passionately. She slipped her tongue into the other girl's mouth. Joy moaned into Haruka's mouth and leaned in to deepen the kiss while wrapping her arms around Haruka's neck.
Finally breaking the kiss Haruka laughed and let Joy go. "Works like a charm every time." With that, she walked towards the door leaving her dreamy eyed girlfriend behind until she shook out of her dazed state.
"Hey Tenoh that wasn't fair. Are you even listening to me?" She just shook her head and followed Haruka when all she got was laughter in response.
"Ryo I'm home!" Haruka yelled when she didn't see him in the living room.
"Haruka there you are. Late as usual I see. Hey Joy. So how was school?" Ryo said as he made his way downstairs.
Joy and Haruka both looked at other and agreed silently that they just had to tease Ryo. "School was boring as usual..but we can see you and your company were having a much funner time." Haruka said teasingly, her teal eyes looking at Ryo up and down.
"What? Haruka it's not what you think. You two are pervs like always. We were just upstairs in the gaming room."
"Looks like you're the perv Ryo. I saw you come out from the gaming room..that is having fun right? What kind of 'fun' did you think I was talking about?" Haruka asked with her right eyebrow raised up and a cocky grin playing on her lips. Joy couldn't keep it in any more and started laughing holding her stomach.
"You guys are jerks. Haruka what did I say before you went to school?"
"Jeez calm it down Ryo. You said.." Haruka's breath caught in her throat and she suddenly forgot how to talk. A beautiful girl started making her way downstairs. Ryo confused at Haruka's stunned face and noticing that her attention wondered towards somewhere else, turned around and saw the girl he adored very much. Finally being next to Ryo, the girl smiled kindly at the two. Ryo took her left hand and kissed it on top while wrapping his right arm around her shoulders. He smiled at his sister.
"Haruka I want to present to you Michiru Kaioh, my girlfriend."
A/N:
To see what Joy looks like, head over to my profile, I can't seem to upload the link on here, even with spacing in between the link.
First off, sorry if there are any grammar errors. I've tripled checked it, but I'm not perfect. I was pretty annoyed when I was reformatting the paragraphs on here! It sucked but I think I got it right.
Some of the things I've mentioned here are taken from my life. I do own an 07 Mustang but it's red. Just made it yellow just for Haruka. I live with a friend and we have a bathroom door that swings and yes we use tape :) Umm..I did also have a teacher named Ms. Orango. I'm not very creative when coming up with characters so I take people from my life or from different shows/games.
Okay so I know for anyone who reads this has probably read a story similar to mine..but I am trying to make my plot original. This chapter is short and I'll try to make the next ones longer but it's not a promise. If I get reviews, I promise to finish up the story..I have 3 more chapters that are done but I'm currently correctly the grammar. I will upload chapter 2, but like I said I want reviews. I'm not a reviewing whore lol but I don't see a point in uploading if people don't like it. Of course I welcome flames. I don't care really. I'm writing cuz I guess it's a stress reliever, to my surprise.
Well thanks to anyone who even reads this!