Mismatched Relationships

Summary: People say that Hayama Akito has got the world's best girlfriend- Matsui Fuka. She's got gorgeous looks, and is talented at both athletics and academics. But what happens when Kurata Sana, Fuka's best friend, appears? Will everyone's romance life change forever?

Disclaimer: I do not own Kodocha, or Kodomo No Omocha, in any way.

Chapter 2- Heart-warming first date?

Sana's POV

I gave a thumbs up to the mirror as soon as I finished inspecting my clothing. It was fully casual, and fit the occasion of having fun. I had my hair tied with bright pink ribbons in curly pigtails, and a loose orange-and-white striped scarf on. Underneath I was wearing a long-sleeved white shirt, pink shorts, light brown regular shoes, a pink bangle, a necklace, plus some gigantic sunglasses to top it off.

I was ready to have fun.

Whistling happily to myself, I picked up my blue purse and rushed off. I was about to be late, since it was already 2:45pm. Hurrying, I ran out of the door shouting a "BYE, REI-KUN AND MAMA!" and then began sprinting to the amusement park.

"You're late" was the first thing Akito said when I arrived.

I gave a weak smile and resumed panting. "Y-Yeah…well…we should go and…have…fun now…right?"

"So you're only here to have fun. Whatever." Gee, this guy was so unsociable.

Rolling my eyes, I dragged him towards the teacups. "I know you're afraid of heights. So let's try the teacups first. And then we'll go on the Ferris wheel,"

"If I'm afraid of heights, why are we going to the Ferris wheel at all?" complained Akito as he followed me into a pink teacup.

I began to turn the handle. "Why, what do you think? I'm not letting my best friend marry a wimp. Gee, only sissies are afraid of heights. So we're going to cure that, Hayama,"

"Fuka doesn't mind."

A tick formed on my forehead. "Seriously? That's because you never told her, Hayama,"

"I don't hate her, that's why,"

I stared at him blankly. "What? You only just don't hate her? Tell me, Hayama. Do you love Fuka?"

"I don't hate her."

The handle began to turn more viciously as I got angrier. "Oh my god, Hayama. Why are you dating her if you don't hate her? That's so stupid. Did you at least kiss?"

"No."

I suddenly had to urge to yell, but I kept it in. If I yell now, fans would come from all directions. "Hayama…you're so stupid. Wait…it's because you don't know how to kiss! Yup! Well, don't worry! You see, if you search up "How to kiss" on YouTube (A/N: Do not own) then you'll know! I always search up things I don't know how to do, and there's always some type of video to help me!"

"I do know how to kiss,"

Grinning, I folded my arms, forgetting about the handle I was supposed to turn. "Oh really? Then hurry up and kiss Fuka, okay? She'd always dreamed of kissing the future person she'd love. When we sleep over, she'd talk about that in her sleep,"

"You two are similar. Why don't we get out of this stupid thing already? It's not even turning, thanks to somebody," Akito gave me a look.

Blushing, I quickly stepped out and waited for Akito. As soon as he came out, I smiled and pointed to the Ferris wheel. He turned around, and tried to walk towards the other direction, but I quickly pulled on the back of his shirt.

"You can't. If you won't do it, I'll drag you myself,"

He turned around and gave me a pissed-off-glare. I just ignored it and hauled him towards the Ferris wheel, annoyed at the resistance he was giving me. When we finally arrived, there was surprisingly no queue. I guess maybe Ferris wheels aren't the rage anymore.

After paying the man, I hopped in and dragged Akito after me. "Isn't this fun, Hayama?"

He just shot me a glare, and tried to get out, but I hurriedly shut the door. It began to move, and I was getting excited. Time for Plan 'Kill the wimpiness out of Hayama' to start. My mother told me that if you face your fears, you'll forget them. I guessed that Akito probably hadn't been on a Ferris wheel because of his fear of heights. That's why I'm going to let him go on one!

As we moved more higher, with a few stops in between, I said, "This feels like a date, doesn't it? I feel bad because you're my best friend's boyfriend,"

He nodded, a bit stiffly, which made my heart race. He agreed? I kind of expected him to snort in disbelief. But then again, maybe he was too afraid to disagree. I guess he thought that if he makes an enemy out of me, he'll probably be tortured like this. I giggled, which caught Akito's attention.

"What? Is seeing me distraught so funny?"

I smiled, closed my eyes and shook my head no. "Not at all. Were you listening to what I just said? I said this feels like a date. Man, if it is, it's my very first,"

"I was listening. And I was agreeing. And if it's your first, then you'll at least get some experience when you find a real guy,"

He looked like he was going to say something else, but he didn't get to because we finally reached the top. Immediately, I placed my hands on the window and looked below, marveling at the sight. On the other hand, Akito just shivered and glanced at the floor, face quite green.

I don't know why I did it, but I hugged him. "Don't worry, Hayama…I'm here,"

He relaxed a lot, and so I released him to let him take a peek down the window. When he did, he looked a bit queasy.

"Why don't you stop damn thinking of your fear and concentrate on the beauty? Hurry up, the carriage is going to move soon!" I demanded, hoping that it'll get rid of his acrophobia.

He widened his eyes and thought for a minute. After closing his eyes and re-opening them, he looked back down again. And saw the view with new eyes. No more horror involved. It was a beautiful scene. How I saw it. But unfortunately, his glory of inspecting the sight didn't last long, because the carriage shifted downwards. However, I knew that he finally had gotten rid of his fear of heights. I felt quite proud knowing it was because of me.

"See? That's why it's okay to tell me your burdens. Because I'll help you rid of them!" I exclaimed, giving him a victory sign.

He gave me a smile in response, which made me drop dead. It was a beautiful smile, and I felt like kissing him. Wait no, I didn't just say that. But if Hayama held such a gorgeous smile, why didn't he use it often? Why did he always have that indifferent expression on his face? I had no idea why, but I wanted to find out.

"Why don't you smile more? Your smile is…" I gazed the other way, blushing furiously, "nice…"

He raised his eyebrows. "Why should I? If nothing good is happening, there is no need to smile or laugh,"

"Then why don't you tell me your problems? Or if you feel uncomfortable with a stranger, your pa-father?"

He bit his lips and stared off at the distance. "My father…is a workaholic. Besides, when he comes home, he probably won't talk or listen to me…"

"You know, it's best to tell Fuka. She is your girlfriend, and besides, she won't take it as a burden. I know her," I sighed. More problems with Akito's family.

He glared at me. "No. Fuka is my girlfriend, and that's why I'm taking care of her. I don't hate her, and just because we're an item, I'm not going to take advantage of her."

That was that. My head drooped lower. It was so wrong. Girlfriends and boyfriends should exchange secrets with each other. They shouldn't keep their problems bottled up. Besides, it won't become Fuka's problem anyway if Akito does tell. It'll still be his.

"See? You're worrying about my problem so much you're basically depressed. I don't want the same thing to happen to her,"

I widened my eyes as I realized it was true. I looked back up, and grinned. He looked a bit surprised, and I knew it was because I somehow had this weird ability to become so cheerful just a few seconds after I'd been depressed. But I was kind of impressed at his reasoning too. Was this what Fuka meant when she said interesting logic?

"Wait a minute that means you don't care about me at all!" I realized.

Akito stared at me blankly. "I don't,"

I fell down anime-style, sweat dropping. Then I immediately stood back up, because the trip had gone to an end. I opened the door, and jumped out. Akito stepped out, and I immediately felt satisfied that he did not show a trace of relief.

"Let's go eat some ice-cream next!" I held Akito's hand with my left hand, whilst pointing at the ice-cream van with my right.

Akito gave a muffled noise that I couldn't quite understand, and then headed towards the ice-cream van whilst dragging me.

"Two ice-cream cones please! One strawberry-flavored and another-"I glanced at Akito, wanting to know what type of ice-cream he required.

He glanced at the ice-cream man. "Chocolate."

"Please" I added, so the man wouldn't think we were rude, and gave him the money.

The man chuckled, and began to prepare our ice-creams. I just glared at Akito disapprovingly and was about to lecture him when the man handed us our ice-cream cones. I decided it wouldn't be good to cause a scene in front of the ice-cream man, so I just pulled Akito towards a bench. Once I sat down, I patted the spot next to me with my free hand.

He sat down, and then stared at me questioningly. "You wanted to say something?"

"Oh yeah! You should have manners, Hayama! Especially to your elders! What if he put some poison inside our ice-cream because he thought we were rude? Besides, it's common courtesy!"

He gazed off at the other direction. "I'm never courteous…"

I stared at him worriedly, but then just dismissed it. He was difficult, just as Fuka said. Besides, if I fix every single negative thing about him, he won't be… well, him. I shouldn't ask him to fix up his characteristics. His fears are okay, since people would like to get better at things too.

"Would you consider dating me?"

I stared at him in disbelief. "What are you talking about? Are you trying to cheat on Fuka?"

"Idiot, who'd date you? No, I'm just thinking about why Fuka loves me. Would anyone else consider dating me? I'm just…"

I gazed at him, and then smiled at his uncertainty. "Well, I'm sure she loves you. I would personally not consider dating you. But don't take it to heart. This is my first date and people always say I'm so dense with my love problems…"

"Date? This isn't a date…but if it seems like one…I guess we could call this a date," Akito responded, as I blushed at my mistake.

My ice-cream just got finished. Laughing, I realized that Akito finished his too. Time for some more fun! Might as well spend my first date properly, even though it's sort of fake. ROLLERCOASTER TIME! It's not as if Akito's scared of heights anymore. I dragged Akito towards the rollercoaster, but noticed that unlike the Ferris wheel, there was a looong queue.

"Guess we should wait…" Akito muttered, and I agreed.

"Finally!" I exclaimed as I sat down.

It was almost time for the huge ride. I couldn't wait. Akito was being all calm and composed next to me. Wonder if it's an act…oh well! This would be the test to see if he's afraid of heights! If he screams, then I'll definitely know for sure!

Suddenly it began to move, and I grinned widely. It was a bit slow, like a train, at first, but we were nearing the down slope…

"AHAHAHAHA!" I laughed as we plummeted downwards.

Akito stayed silent. I guess I was so high on ice-cream or something, so I hugged Akito while smiling. He gave a short and slight grin back. Too bad it only lasted like 3 seconds.

We travelled upwards and I couldn't help singing, "JACK AND JILL GO UP THE HILL, TO FETCH A PAIL OF WATER!"

"JACK FELL DOWN, BROKE HIS CROWN, AND JILL CAME TUMBLING AFTER!" I finished as we were going downwards at full speed.

Luckily everyone was too busy screaming their heads off to recognize me. Akito just gave an incredulous look, as if saying "Are you for real?"

Eventually, the ride ended, but I was still as hyper as a…actually, I think I was the most hyper thing on earth at the time. Nothing could possibly compare to me. I then noticed the booth where they sell pictures of when you're on the rollercoaster. They take pictures with their camera at random times. I hope they caught a good shot of me! I dragged Akito towards the booth.

When we got there, I began to inspect the photos. There was only one with us two in it. I was hugging Akito, and we were both smiling. WOW. They caught Akito smiling. This was a rare treat. Beaming and nodding like an idiot, I paid for the photo and several copies. I handed one to Akito as soon as we left the booth.

"What on earth." It came out more as a statement.

He looked so embarrassed, which made me giggle. "It's so cute, isn't it? Both of us-smiling! Definitely worth it! Don't worry, I won't show this to anyone! Unless-is Fuka OK to show?"

"No. Not Fuka. She'd never seen me smile,"

Fuka, his girlfriend, never seen him smile? "What? That's weird. Then isn't this the perfect chance to show her what you look like smiling?"

"No. Don't."

I sighed, and let him have the decision. I was too tired to argue anyway. After seeing the photo, it seemed to have magically taken away my sugar high. Briefly, I wondered what we could do next, and then decided it had to be the fortune-telling booth. So I dragged Akito there. Again.

"Cooome in" a spooky voice whispered.

I led Akito in, and sat down on one of the chairs issued. Akito sat down on the other one. We both glanced at the fortune teller, who looked quite mysterious. It was definitely a she- the curves and breasts proved that. She had long black hair that fell to her waist, and sapphire blue eyes. There was this sort of black cloth that covered her mouth, and she was wearing some black attire. In front of her were a crystal ball, and some cards.

"Now then…what aspect of your life would you like me to view?"

I thought for a minute, and then gave my answer. "I guess romance, since I'm a bit slow on love."

"And you, young boy?"

Akito didn't answer, so I answered for him. "Just give him the same as mines, I guess,"

There was a eerie silence. The female was doing some weird things with her hands. Wriggling her fingers, shifting them, the like. Then she seemed to chant something under her breath. I couldn't quite catch it.

"Ah, I see! I see it! Oh, how I feel so sorry for that girl! A break-up! So tragic! Oh, but no! Young man, a new love develops in your heart! It's for a certain brunette! Oh, how beautiful! You'll be together for eternity!"

I looked a bit confused, and then asked, "And me?"

"You…OH! Dear me, you're going to be hated by the one you treasured all these years! It's because you're the one their loved one holds in their heart most! You dense being, who doesn't know when someone is in love with her! Oh dear! You end up falling in love with him! But do not worry, my dear. You and the one you love will be together for eternity. But the one you treasured all these years…a little reluctant at first, but will forgive you. "

Akito raised his eyebrows. "Her fortune is longer than mines,"

The fortune teller looked at him annoyed, and then gave a shriek of laughter. "Very well then, young man! I shall tell you more of your romance life. OH MY LORD! This is bad. It may be too late to change fate, but be honest in the future. If not, a huge tragedy will happen to the love of your life. OH, I see it! Young man, you will be stuck between two girls! What a tragedy!"

My lips quivered as I realized that it probably meant that Akito would love someone else other than Fuka. I waited for the next thing she'd say, and realized that Akito was too.

The fortune teller's eyes sparkled, as though she was going to say something huge and then said, "That is all,"

We fell to the ground.

"Now then, people are waiting, so please exit!" the fortune teller said, her lips curving upwards.

I nodded, and dragged Akito out. As soon as we got out, we began talking about our fortunes.

"I wonder what she means that I'm going to be hated by the one I treasure most. Who do I treasure most, anyway? Is it Mama? But then the fortune said that Mama's loved one will love me. I can't an older person falling in love with me or at least me falling in love with him," I was trying to work my fortune out to Akito.

Akito was pondering on his own fortune, which was a bit of a surprise since he didn't seem like the type to believe them. "A break up…would that mean Fuka would break up with me? And a new love develops in my heart? For a brunette…Fuka's a brunette. But I already love her…weird,"

"Don't forget that you'll be stuck between two girls," I responded nastily, a bit angry at Akito that he'll be caught up in a love triangle in the future.

He looked a bit puzzled at my tone. "What are you talking about? Fortunes are gay,"

"Yeah?" I challenged, "You were just questioning yourself on it just a while ago!"

Flicking his bangs away from his eyes, he regarded me coolly. "Maybe. But not all fortunes are right. Or maybe the time is inaccurate. I was meant to fall in love with a brunette, but I already did. See?"

He had a point, so I let the topic slide. Akito was so…Akito. But I guess that's what makes him himself (A/N: No shit, Sherlock).

"You love Fuka, don't you?" I asked softly, meeting his eyes.

He gave a swift nod, his cheeks a bit red from embarrassment.

I smiled gently. "That's good,"

"You're not skeptical of me at all?" he questioned, one eyebrow raised.

I shook my head. "I believe you. You said you love her after all. And I know you won't lie about the one you love,"

We started walking to the exit, since we both mentally decided that it was enough for today. Akito didn't say anything, but it wasn't like I expected him to. But I truly meant what I said. He was honest, I could tell. And I remembered when he said he 'doesn't hate' Fuka. That probably meant 'love' for him.

"Akito," I said as I turned around to face him.

He didn't say anything, but I grinned anyway. "You pass the test!"

Still nothing. I didn't let it bother me though. Waving gaily and then turning back around to face the front, I ran a few metres until I heard his voice.

"You…"

I turned around once more to see his serious eyes once again.

"…aren't so bad," he finished.

I smiled.

"Likewise,"

R&R!