Silvertiger
Finding a truce
The next morning Ron was woken up by someone opening the door to his room. Feeling the body of Shigo still lying beside him Ron tensed but didn't get in panic. The ninja training he went through had prepared him for situations like this. He waited till the intruder stood in reach then he threw his arm forward, while extending three silver claws out of between his knuckles. They came to an abrupt stop just in front of Ron's target. Opening his eyes Ron winced. Standing in front of him was his father. Shock written all over his face.
To Ron's demise had all the commotion caused Shigo to wake up as well. Neither Ron nor his father dared to move while Shigo rubbed the sleep out of her eyes. Then she slowly opened her eyes and her view fell on Mr. Stoppable. A loud scream shock the house and Shigo quickly covered herself, 'Who the fuck is he?'
Before Ron had the chance to answer there were loud footsteps on the staircase and a bunch of people stormed into the room. Ron had to suppress a groan when he saw who all had reacted do Shigo's outburst: Of course there was his mother but there was the entire Possible family as well.
Later on Ron would think of their expression and laugh but then and there they didn't make things easier: Ron's mother and Mr. and Mrs. Possible were staring at Ron's claws, The twins were trying to sneak a peek at Shigo, seeing as of course neither of them had seen a nude women till then and Kim was switching between fuming and staring. Bonny was the most funniest though: Her view traveled from Ron's claw which she didn't pay much attention to and wandered over to Shigo, were it stayed…
Surprisingly it was Ron's mother who broke the silence, 'RONALD STOPPABLE WHAT DID YOU THINK, BRINGING A WOMEN INTO YOUR ROOM AND SLEEPING WITH HER?' Now everyone was turned to the enraged women, shocked by the outburst. Their shock only increased when Ron didn't even seem fazed by his mother's outburst, 'Well, I guess I didn't think anything about it. I mean, we're together for half a year now and it's been at least four months now since we have had sex for the first time. Besides, isn't it normal for a young couple to have sex with each other when they are in love?'
Mrs. Stoppable huffed but didn't answer anything. Taking his chance Mr. Stoppable decided to use that time to calm his wife down (and to get away from his son's claws, which were still poking his belly), 'Why don't we all go downstairs and give those two some much needed privacy?' His words actually had the desired effect: Everyone made their way downstairs, although Mrs. Stoppable did so grudgingly.
When the door closed behind the last one Ron let his claws vanish back into his knuckles and rolled over, so that he was facing his girlfriend, 'Well, that didn't turn out as good as I hoped but not nearly as bad as I feared.' Shigo snorted, 'Really now'?
But seriously, didn't you say your parents wouldn't be home for an other couple of days?' Ron shrugged, 'Looks like they decided to come back earlier.' Shigo gave Ron a 'you think' expression, 'Don't they tell you when they chance plans?' Again Ron just shrugged his shoulder, already used to his parents behavior, 'That is their way of telling me. You'll get used to it, believe me.
Enough of that though. We should put some clothes on and go downstairs. I don't know what my mother will do, if we let her wait too long and we still have much to explain. Especially me.'
Shigo gave Ron a mock glare but did a he suggested. She really didn't want to upset her boyfriend's mother more then she already was. It could be problematic in the future and that was the last thing she wanted at the moment. She gave a light shriek when Ron gave her a slap on her behind but forced herself to stay calm. If they broke out in a brawl now there was no telling how long it would take them to come down.
When both had finally put on their clothes (Ron had to search the whole room for his) they made their way downstairs. Shigo was a bit nervous but when Ron gave her a quick kiss she steeled her resole.
Downstairs everybody was awaiting the two in the kitchen and when they finally arrived everybody had to suppress an outburst of questions. The anger, which was coming of off Mrs. Stoppable helped there big time. Even if it only was directed at Shigo, 'How dare you to seduce my son you wench. Ron's a good boy. He deserves someone better than you!'
Shigo stopped death in her tracks hearing the last comment. She knew that Mrs. Stoppable was right. When Ron and she had started dating she had thought about that often. She even had had nightmares about it: Him leaving her for a better girl. Ron had always calmed her down though. Hugging and kissing her, whispering sweet nothings in her ear. This time was no different: Not a second later she could feel Ron's arms catching her in a comforting hug from behind (unknown to her both claws were extended). He kissed her lightly at the base of her neck before glaring at his mother, 'I actually thought you would be happy for me that I finally found a girlfriend but no, you actually scream at me for bringing her home and snap at her!
I don't even know what you have against her. Hell, you don't even know her.' Taken a bit back by her son's attitude Mrs. Stoppable continued a bit softer, 'But Ron, she is a wanted criminal.' 'Nope', everybody blinked at Ron's bored answer. Seeing everybody's confusion he decided to explain, 'Simple, she was stated innocent to everything.
Now that this is cleared let's continue with introductions. Everybody, the women I'm hugging at the moment is Shigo, my girlfriend. Shigo, the guys you see before me are what I call family.'
He let go of Shigo and made his way over to the fridge, 'And now, if would excuse me I have to make breakfast. I'm starving and knowing my girlfriend she's too. She's just too much of a bad ass lady to admit it.' This actually got a laugh out of many at the table. Shego's glaring at Ron's back made it worse. Of course Kim's and Mrs. Stoppable's glare had another reason but that didn't bother neither Shigo nor Ron. (Ron was busy making breakfast and actually he had been right: Shigo was starving, too.)
Ron's joke had softened up the atmosphere a bit but no one was really comfortable with the situation. Ron and Shigo didn't care though. After a while the two had forgotten the others, who were watching them from behind and were behaving like always at breakfast: Shigo tried to steal samples from the things Ron was cooking. Ron would successfully defend the food and then feed his girlfriend when she gave him the pout. Ron's reward would be a kiss. Too bad they were interrupted by a growl.
Turning around the young couple blushed in embarrassment after being caught and Ron nervously scratched his head. His gesture hardened though when he noticed that the growl came from his mother. She glared at Shigo, 'This bitch won't stay in this house. I forbid it!'
Shigo actually flinched but that was nothing compared to Ron's reaction. He looked ready to trash something and Shigo could practically feel the anger. She knew what Ron could do when angered. They didn't. Everyone in the house noticed it and became nervous, especially Mr. Stoppable, who feared the outcome this would take. His son had become a man over the time he had stayed away and he was in love. Mr. Stoppable seriously doubted that Ron would step down. No, not this time.
'FINE!', The word echoed through the house, 'you don't like my girlfriend. I was prepared for that. Hell, I goddamn expected that I would have to defend her from you but from all the people I know I expected that at least you would help me mother.
You know, it's quite funny actually. Since I changed I feared what you would think of me. What you would say to me. How it would have changed the way you think of me. Now I had to find out that it doesn't even matter. Hell, you didn't even ask about my claws. Not that I will tell you any time soon.'
Mr. Stoppable eyes widened. That was what he feared from the very moment that his wife had screamed at Shigo, 'Do you have a place to stay son?' Everyone turned to him, not quite understanding what he had meant. Ron had though and his face softened, 'Don't worry about me dad. I made enough money in Japan to buy a small house and have more coming in. We'll be fine.'
Everyone could only stare as Ron took Shigo's hand and made his way upstairs to grab the few things he would take with him.
Shigo looked at Ron sadly as he filled an old backpack. That was the last thing she wanted to happen to her boyfriend. She knew how much he loved his mother, his home and now she was the cause from him leaving. Shigo slowly walked up to Ron and gently hugged him, not even caring to whip away her tears.
Down in the kitchen everybody stared at Mr. Stoppable, waiting for an explanation. He had just grimly stared at the door Ron and Shigo had left through. When he answered his voice sounded tired. Nothing compared to the usual cheerful way he usually was, He's leaving. Our son has finally become a man and as strange as it is, young Shigo seems to be the cause for it.
I guess we can't complain. We always told him to be stronger, braver. Now he is brave. Brave enough to move out and to begin to live on his own.'
A gasp escaped Mrs. Stoppable mouth, 'He can't leave! He has just come back. I can't let him go again. I missed him so much and what do you mean, he has become a man? He's only sixteen. He's still a child.' Mr. Stoppable shock his head, 'He isn't the boy who left us a year ago, dear. Didn't you notice how much she changed? He has grown up and we have to accept that.
And now I would suggest you go upstairs and make your peace with Shigo. You saw how those two act around each other. As long as you attack her you will drive Ron away.' His wife glared at him, 'You know what sort of women she is as well as I do!' Slowly Mr. Stoppable shock his head, 'Actually Ron is right. I don't. Just now was the first time I've seen her face to face.'
Mrs. Stoppable looked at her husband, frustration clearly written on her face but after a few seconds her shoulders slumped, 'I will try, but that doesn't mean I like it. She is a criminal no matter what you say.'
Without waiting for a response she walked up the stairs to the room of her son. As she was almost there she could hear voices out of the room, 'I'm sorry Ron. Sorry for all the pain I caused you.'
The silence became unbearable for Shigo as she and Ron just stood there bathing in the presence of the other. She had to say something. She felt that everything that happened as her fault and the guilt became overwhelming, 'I'm sorry Ron. Sorry for all the pain I caused you.'
Ron turned around and gave Shigo a smile, 'And that's the reason I love you Shigo. You aren't the emotionless killer you want everyone to believe. You are a very beautiful and caring young women. Stop trying to fix everything. My parents will come around eventually. I didn't expect them to accept you so easily anyway.' Shigo returned the smile her boyfriend gave her, 'And that's the reason I love you: You always manage to cheer me up.
This doesn't change our situation though. I don't want that you move out. You couldn't wait to get home. Heck, you couldn't stop talking about it the last week. Besides, you don't really have to move out. I actually think it would be better, if you stayed here. You are still underage and I can't just move in into the neighborhood.' Ron sighted, thinking over what Shigo had said, 'Maybe you are right. I did act a bit rushed.'
Outside Mrs. Stoppable couldn't believe her ears and the words of her husband were running through her head again. Had he been right? Had her little Ron become a man? Maybe it was time to repair at least some of the damage she had done.
Both Shigo and Ron turned around as Mrs. Stoppable entered the room. Recognizing his mother Ron instantly stepped in front of Shigo. Ready to defend her from anything his mother might say to her but to his surprise she smiled, 'Looks like your father was right. You have become a man. As strange as it is and I suppose I have to thank Shigo for that. God, I'm glad that you don't hide behind Kimberly anymore.
That's not the reason I came here though. Your father convinced me that it would be better, if I accepted Shigo as you girlfriend. I don't want you to move out Ron. So Shigo can stay from time to time, even over night. That doesn't mean though, that she can stay every night.'
Ron rushed forward and grabbed his mother in a tight hug, 'Thanks mom. She means a lot to me.'
Mrs. Stoppable nodded and then left, so that Ron could talk with Shigo in private and they could sort things out.
Too bad they were too busy kissing the moment the door closed. In the end Shigo managed to get enough time tell Ron that they had to get back down. Even if she didn't like it.
