Chapter 3
A week had passed by since Konata and the others were invited to England with Miyuki and her mother. Yutaka and Minami had both said they would go as well. Today Konata and Yutaka were going to go into Tokyo to buy Cameras for the big trip and It was eight in the morning as Konata was lying on her bed staring up at the ceiling deep in thought.
'Can't believe in one week I'll be going to England, Seeing all the sights and of course bringing back as much Manga and anime DVDs as possible, It's a good thing that England and Japan are in the same DVD region as each other'.
But all week Konata had struggled to get the argument with Kagami out of her mind. She had managed to prevent Kagami catching on that she had actually upset her and as far as Konata knew, Kagami had no idea that she had made Konata cry.
'If Kagami saw me cry, I would never be able to live it down. Ahh why am I thinking like this, I've never worried like this before. So why am I starting now all of a sudden?'
Konata was interrupted by a knock on her bedroom door. It was Yutaka. Yutaka walked into the room slowly and with a big smile on her face sat next to Konata on her bed
''Onee Chan I just wanted to thank you for inviting me and Minami Chan to England with you guys''
''No problem Yutaka, it'll give you and Minami some time to get to know each other if you know what I mean''
''Huh what do you mean, I don't see Minami Chan in that way, we're friends I swear!''
''Right, so you just blush continually at her and you always stutter around her whenever you try to speak to her''
''I just don't want to say anything stupid or immature in front of her that's all, I swear!''
''It's ok Yutaka I was only joking, besides Yutaka there's something on my mind that I want to tell someone. But promise me you won't laugh at me''
''Of course I won't laugh at you Onee Chan, How could I after everything you've ever done for me your like a sister to me and I admire and look up to you''.
Konata and Yutaka stared at each other
''Ok here goes, last week when I was going to Miyuki's house for the day I was running a little late and Kagami was mad with me. She's yelled at me before but this time it was different. She sounded so serious and I felt a pain I had never felt before. Kagami made me cry''.
''Seriously but Konata I've never seen you cry before. Remember when you came to visit me at Yui Nee Sans and we went to the park. You fell of the swings when you reached the top and broke your arm. I couldn't stop crying but you just got up and laughed. What did she do to make you cry''?
''She yelled at me, said I had no life and asked why we were still friends''
''But Kagami yells at you all the time, everyday at school I always see you two arguing about something''
''I know but this time it was different''
''Konata this is weird, you haven't said one anime reference yet. You're being serious aren't you?
''Am I that predictable Yutaka?''
Konata's smile returned, she felt that she could tell Yutaka anything because Yutaka would never judge her no matter what.
''Well Onee Chan have you talked to Kagami about her making you cry?''
''What! I can't do that she'll laugh at me, if she laughs at me I might cry again''
''There's nothing wrong with crying Onee Chan, besides Kagami is a nice person and I bet if you just tell her she won't laugh''
Suddenly a thought came into Yutaka's head
'Is Onee Chan in love with Kagami? She's never cried in front of anyone before and I notice her beginning to blush and her hands tremble whenever I mention Kagami'
''Onee Chan there's something I want to ask you''
''Sure ask me anything Yutaka''
Yutaka took a deep breath praying she wasn't about to make a huge mistake and ask Konata something she wouldn't feel comfortable answering.
''Call me silly if you like Konata but are you developing feelings for Kagami?
Konata shot up from the bed with a look of shock. She couldn't believe how Yutaka could possibly tell that deep down she really cared for Kagami but she reminded herself that even though these feelings existed she had always denied that they were there because she doubted that Kagami would ever see her as partner.
''I'm sorry Onee Chan I shouldn't of asked something so personal, please don't be mad with me . Forget I said anything ok''
Konata didn't respond straight away because she couldn't find the words. Ever since Konata was introduced to Kagami by Tsukasa she slowly started to develop feelings about her. She would have sleepless nights because she couldn't stop thinking about what life would be like if Kagami was her girlfriend. But she would always end up crying until the sun rose and it continued up to this very day.
''Yutaka I can trust you right?''
''Of course you can Onee Chan you can tell me anything and I promise I'll help you all I can and give you the support you need''
''I... I think I'm in love with Kagami!'' yelled Konata
Konata collapsed back onto the bed with a huge sigh of relief. She had never told anyone she liked another girl before and she felt in her heart that one day she would tell Kagami these feelings and that they would be together forever.
''That's great Onee Chan, You've fallen in love''
''But I'm too afraid to tell Kagami how I feel. If she rejects me then... then-''
A tear goes down Konata's cheek at the thought of being rejected by Kagami
''Then she'll still be your friend. Don't forget we're going to England, you'll have plenty of time to tell her''
''That's right! I forgot about the trip. I'll tell Kagami how I feel in England, that's perfect Yutaka''
Konata wiped away her tears and her confidence returned. Yutaka had lit a fire in her heart,A fire so passionate that Konata felt it will never burn out.
''I need to research everything I can about England and impress Kagami''
''Seeing this Yutaka felt like she could do anything and that nothing could get in her way''
'If Onee Chan can confess her feelings for Kagami then I'll confess to Minami in England too!'
''Is something on your mind Yutaka? You have a face that says you're planning to do something''
''Onee Chan I'm going to tell Minami that I want to be with her when we get to England and I hope you'll support me!'' hoped Yutaka
Yutaka closed her eyes in fear that Konata would say that she's too young and that she doesn't understand what she's saying but all she felt was Konata pulling Yutaka in for a hug.
''We'll both do our best Yutaka. You and I will go to England single and we'll come back to Japan different people and I promise I'll help you with Minami and you give me support with Kagami Promise?
''I promise that you're the best sister I could ever ask for Konata and I want to you to know If you ever need to talk, I'm here for you'' cheered Yutaka
''You called me Konata Yutaka, you've never called me by my name before'' giggled Konata
'' Oh, I hope you don't mind I wanted to feel more grown up and make you proud, So if you'll let me I'll start calling you Konata from now on''.
''I just know Minami will feel the same way about you as you do about her'' said Konata
Yutaka felt so happy. She didn't want this moment with Konata to end and from here on out she would be trying to win Minami's heart and she was frightened of the journey that lay ahead of her.
''Thank you very much Konata.''
''Now then let's go shopping Yutaka, we can't go to the other side of the world without bringing back memories that will last a lifetime!
Miyuki was on the phone to her relatives in England. It turns out that they have to travel to America for a funeral and will stay with some over relatives for a while. But they insist that Miyuki still brings her friends and that they can use the house while they are away. They also told Miyuki about where to go and what to see in London. Miyuki's mother walked in just as Miyuki put the phone down.
''So what did they say Miyuki?''
''We can still go and live in the house. They also said they would be gone for a month so we can stay throughout all of August and return on the first of September''.
''Oh, I can't wait to get there and use that massive bath that they have, it's the size of an Olympic swimming Pool.''
''Oh mother you know it's not that big'' said Miyuki
''Oh I know but I have such fond memories of England after all I spent my childhood there and it was where I and your father went on our honeymoon. He took me to the Ritz hotel in London and let me tell you he spoilt me rotten then he took me to a beach in Cornwall and one thing led to another and nine months later you were born''.
''Remember when you were four and I took you to England for the first time? We went to Dover and stood on the cliffs and stared out to the beautiful ocean in front of us. And then you nearly went off the edge''.
''WHAT? I don't remember that!'' declared Miyuki
''Well from what I can remember you said you wanted to swim with the mermaids. I nearly didn't catch you, it was a close one. Good thing your Father decided to come with us''.
''Dad saved my life?'' said a shocked Miyuki
''Oh yes, he was so worried afterwards he wouldn't let go of you, not until we got back to his Sister's house, even then it was difficult for him to let go. He cherished you and said you were the best thing England ever gave him so I love to visit England every now and then because it reminds me of your father's life and the White Cliffs of Dover was his favourite spot in the world''.
''I didn't know my father lived in England?
''Well he was born in Japan but his parents had to move to England because of a company they worked for and you're Father lived there for twenty years then he decided to come back to Japan to go to University and that's where he met me''.
''Why didn't you tell me about my father's life before?'' Miyuki asked her Mother
''I sometimes struggle to talk about your father Miyuki but you were eight when he died and when you asked me when he was coming back I couldn't bare talking about him to you''.
''Its ok mother, I understand'' sighed Miyuki
Miyuki's mother started to cry but turned so Miyuki couldn't see. Miyuki didn't mention her father for the rest of the day but didn't want the subject to be dropped altogether because she didn't know much about her father or how he lived his life and she knew that going to England was the best way for her to find out everything she wanted to know.
Tsukasa and Kagami had already bought cameras and had swapped money given to them by their parents for British Currency. Tsukasa had been excited and hyper ever since leaving Miyuki's house knowing she was going on holiday with Miyuki, her sister and Konata. But Kagami wasn't as excited as she wanted to be. She was sure that Konata would ruin this trip for her in some way and she was determined not to let that happen. All she wanted was Konata to behave and act normal for once and enjoy the experience. Kagami was writing in her diary when she looked up and saw the picture of her and her friends on their field trip to Kyoto last year.
''That was a memorable trip. I remember it so well, I just wish that boy hadn't wasted his time writing that stupid letter to me if he only wanted a doll. I know it's cruel but when the other boys found out he liked that stuff they laughed at him so much he left school''.
''I'm only mad because of the letter he sent to me. I thought it was a letter of ... I can't say it, the first boy to ever send me a letter like that and my heart got torn but I'm relieved Konata didn't find out if she did I'd never be able to live it down.''
Tsukasa walked in telling Kagami it was only Seven days until the trip and Kagami replied by saying '' I know you walk in here every morning saying how many days there are to go and giggled''
''I'm sorry Kagami but I'm just really excited about going to England with you, Konata and Miyuki'' giggled Tsukasa
''But if you count the day's down it'll feel longer and longer before the trip actually happens. Try and keep busy and the days will go by quicker'' suggested Kagami
''Thanks Sis, I'm going to go shopping with Mom, Fancy coming along?'' Tsukasa asked her sister
''Nah your alright, I'll just stay here and read some of my books'' said Kagami
''Ok Sis, I'll bring you back some Strawberries from the supermarket and I'll make some Strawberry Shortcake for you tonight, how does that sound?'' asked Tsukasa
''That sounds fantastic Tsukasa'' Kagami said getting up from her desk.
''Good well I'll see you later Sis'' cheered Tsukasa
Kagami went back to writing in her diary and tried to concentrate but all of a sudden Konata popped in her head acting like the Otaku Kagami knows so well. Strangely enough Kagami smiled at the thought of Konata and going to London together with her sounded fun, as long as Konata behaved but for some reason that Kagami didn't know, she wanted Konata to act like she normally does.
'She can be fun to be with when she's like that. In her own way she is cute-'
Kagami stopped and started to panic about calling Konata cute again.
'Ahh did I just call her cute again? No why can't I stop thinking about her. It's so strange she won't come out of my head. But do I want her too? OF COURSE I DO, who would want to think about that blue haired shrimp 24/7 anyway?'
Kagami closed her diary and went to get a cold drink but she couldn't hold the glass steady as her hand was shaking and she spilled juice all over the floor.
'Why is my hand shaking? I can't do anything with that stupid Otaku in my thoughts I need to go for a walk, that should calm me down' Kagami thought
Kagami put on her coat, locked the house and set off down the street towards the city only muttering one word as she left her house
'Konata...'
One day to go until the trip and everyone had their things packed and ready. Well everyone except for Konata who would keep giving Kagami the same excuse every time she asked if she had packed her things.
''I'll do it later'' moaned Konata
''Konata, you'll keep saying that until the day comes and then you'll panic and you'll make us miss our flight'' moaned Kagami as she knew that she was right, she had no reason to be wrong since it was Konata.
''Relax Kagami, I'm only taking a few clothes, My DS, Camera and all of my Manga'' said Konata
''WHAT! Don't you need a toothbrush or your Pyjamas?'' said a unsurprised Kagami as she was expecting this from the get go.
''Oh yeah and them too'' laughed Konata
''Jeez your hopeless at times Konata, do you need me to come and help you pack or something?'' Kagami offered
Konata wanted to say yes so badly but knew she would do something stupid and make Kagami mad at her again and that would ruin the trip for everyone if these two start to fight again.
''No I'm fine Kagami; my Dad will help me pack my things ok?. I'll see you tomorrow at Miyuki's place bye'' said Konata before putting her cell phone down onto the bed.
Kagami didn't know what to say. Konata never finished a phone call with her so quickly or without asking Kagami some stupid question about a Manga that Kagami had never even heard off
'What's wrong with Konata, she sounded like she couldn't get off the phone any quicker' thought Kagami
Konata looked at herself in the mirror and felt disappointed with herself that she said no to Kagami coming over and being with her for the evening. She imagined what may have happened if she had come over, would she have told Kagami that she was in love with her.
''I'm such a coward'' Konata muttered to herself as she lay on her bed
''Hey my daughter is no coward'' said Sojiro as he had been listening to Konata talking to Kagami over the phone. He was stood in her doorway with a look of confidence on his face.
Konata's father had walked in and stood next to Konata in the mirror. He put his arm around her and pulled her close to him.
''Konata, I will not have you saying things like that'' said an annoyed Sojiro who didn't like his daughter's negative attitude.
''But Dad, you know about my feelings for Kagami?'' said Konata
''Of course I do kiddo, and I couldn't be any more proud of you'' smiled Sojiro as he looked into her green eyes.
''You mean you don't care that I have developed feelings for another girl?'' asked a shocked Konata
''No, in fact I support you all the way Konata and I know your mother would support you as well'' admitted Sojiro
''Dad...''
Konata started to cry, It wasn't everyday her dad said anything so heart warming to her but she was happy that she had her family behind her and that was all the confidence that she needed.
''Hey, no tears you. I'm not very good with a girl who cries'' laughed Sojiro
''I think you doing a great job now, for a pervert anyway'' said Konata who then went to hug her father tightly
''Thank you dad, I promise I'll do my best to win Kagami's heart'' promised Konata ''I'll make you and Mom proud''
''That's my girl, now then let me help you pack. Tomorrow's the last time I see you for a month and I want to spend time with my daughter if that's alright with you?'' asked Sojiro
''Just try and stop me dad'' Konata had a massive smile on her face and she dragged her dad into her bedroom to pack everything she needed. She felt that nothing could stop her from accomplishing her goal of winning the Tsundere's heart.
''Oh and afterwards we can play games together and read Manga, what do you say dad?'' asked Konata
Sojiro started to laugh and nodded in response to his daughters suggestion.
''It didn't take you long to get to being Konata again'' smiled Sojiro
Sojiro thought to himself 'But that's what everyone loves about you Konata, and I know Kagami will too.'
''Oh and one more thing dad, when me an Kagami become a couple you can't watch us have sex'' teased Konata
''Oh come on, what makes you think I was going to have a sneak peek?'' said Sojiro as if he had been insulted
Konata just laughed and went to get ready for the big day tomorrow when she would travel to England and hopefully confess her true feelings to Kagami, the mere thought of kissing her soft lips excited Konata to a full extent.
Meanwhile Yutaka was asked to assist Minami with her packing at Minami's house, They had been talking earlier about boys and how Minami hoped she would find one in England but Miyuki had told her to not focus on finding a boyfriend and to just enjoy the trip and find a boyfriend when they return to Japan. Yutaka noticed that Minami seemed distracted about what Miyuki had said to her.
''Yutaka, I know I asked for your help today but I asked you over for another reason as well'' admitted Minami
''Have I done something wrong Minami?'' asked Yutaka who seemed confused by Minami's facial expression.
''No of course not Yutaka, I just wanted to ask you a few questions?'' said Minami ''I hope that's ok''
''Oh, ok ask away Minami, I'll give you my honest answer each time I promise'' declared Yutaka
''Alright then first question Do you think I'm quiet Yutaka?'' Minami nervously asked her friend
''Minami, you're my best friend in the whole wide world you always cheer me up and make me feel happy'' smiled Yutaka ''But there can be times where you tend to keep to yourself so my answer is your quiet sometimes'' answered Yutaka
''I appreciate your honest answer Yutaka, That's why I asked you because I knew you would never lie to me.''
''Really Minami that means a lot to me'' cheered Yutaka who was so happy to make Minami happy
''Ok then next Question,Do you think boys like me?'' asked Minami
''Any boy that made fun out of you is an idiot Minami, If I was a boy I'd like you'' smiled Yutaka
Minami slightly blushed, She was touched that Yutaka cared about her this much and felt lucky to have a friend as sweet as her.
''Umm, thank you Yutaka, That was touching'' giggled Minami
''Oh I'm sorry if I embarrassed you Minami'' moaned Yutaka
''I noticed that you don't call me Minami Chan any more Yutaka'' said Minami ''Why is that?''
''Well the thing is I thought I would sound more grown up if I just called you by your first name'' giggled Yutaka
''That's fine then Yutaka this is the final question and I want an you to not hold back just because your my best friend'' said Minami in a serious tone of voice
''I promise I'll be honest'' said Yutaka ''You can count on me''
'' Ok then, Yutaka do you think I could attract a boy in England?'' Minami asked her friend, hoping for a positive response
Yutaka's heart started beating faster all of a sudden. 'She wants a boyfriend? But I wanted to tell her how I feel about her when were in England. What do I say now?'
''Yutaka are you ok?'' Minami asked Yutaka
''Yes I am fine but I think that you could get a boyfriend easily Minami But why would you want a boyfriend from England? It's nearly at the other side of the world and they only speak English. I don't think long distance relationships turn out well'' said Yutaka who hoped she could talk her friend out of her idea.
Yutaka wanted the ground to just swallow her up, that moment was the most difficult moment of her life.
''Well I appreciate your honesty Yutaka Thank you very much'' smiled Minami
''Umm Minami I want to ask you a question now'' said a nervous Yutaka
''Ok then what do you want to know?'' Minami asked Yutaka
Yutaka thought for a few seconds wondering if she should ask her and decided she needed to know what Minami's opinion was. She took a deep breath and-
''What's your opinion on a boy liking another boy? Or a girl that likes another girl?'' Yutaka curiously asked Minami
Minami stepped back in total shock. She had never in her life thought about gay relationships. What interested her more was why Yutaka wanted to know about such a thing, she had no idea how to respond but thought about it for a minute before coming up with what she thought to be the perfect answer to give her friend.
''Well Yutaka, in my opinion I think that boys and girls were made to fall in love with the opposite sex. If boys went out with other boys then there would be no point in females existing and the same with girls. If they went out with other girls then there would be no point in boys would there?''
Yutaka remained silent thinking to herself 'Is she right are having these feelings for another girl... wrong? Am I some kind of freak, I don't want to think about this any more It's too painful'
''I'm sorry Minami, but I have to go home, I'm feeling a little ill''
''Oh do you need some cough medicine or do you want me to walk you home?''
''No I'm fine thank you'' said Yutaka rushing to put her shoes on and get out of Minami's house as quick as she could
''Are you sure Yutaka?'' said Minami in a kind voice
''Yes I'm telling you I am fine! Just leave me alone'' yelled Yutaka
Yutaka ran away from Minami's house and kept going until it was completely out of her sight. Minami didn't know what to make of what just happened. Why would Yutaka run away from her like that?
''Did I do something wrong?'' Minami thought as she watched Yutaka running away from her. She thought about going after her but found that she couldn't do so as she was afraid of making the situation worse.
Yutaka ran into a local park towards some unoccupied swings and broke down in tears, She thought she was a monster for how she felt about Minami and how she thought that she wasn't normal for having special feelings towards a girl instead of a boy.
Yutaka's phone rang and she pulled it out of her coat pocket, It was her cousin Konata calling.
''Hey Yutaka, how's it going?'' asked a happy Konata
''Oh I'm ok just on my way home now'' said Yutaka as she tried to hide her crying but couldn't contain the emotions that were flowing through her body.
Konata could hear Yutaka crying through the phone and she knew that all was not well with her cousin.
''Some thing's wrong isn't it Yutaka?'' asked Konata
''No like I said I'm ok'' moaned Yutaka
Yutaka didn't want to lie to Konata but she wanted to forget about her encounter with Minami as quickly as she could but at the time felt impossible.
''Actually Konata I need to ask you something that I need to know before we leave tomorrow'' said Yutaka.
''Ok Yutaka, you told me you'd be there for me and I'm here for you as well'' said Konata
''Why do you like girls and not boys Konata?'' asked Yutaka
Konata took a while to reply because she didn't know at first herself. An image of Kagami appeared in her mind, she was smiling and Konata had all the inspiration she needed to explain to Yutaka.
''Yutaka I don't hate boys, as a matter of fact I like boys as well as girls'' admitted Konata
''But I'm confused Konata, how can you like both?''
''I didn't admit this to myself at first Yutaka but I am a Bi sexual'' said Konata
Konata felt like another weight was gone from her shoulders. Over the last week she had admitted her feelings towards Kagami to herself and had also admitted that she was a Bi sexual.
''So you can like both if you want to'' ''said Yutaka
''Of course you can Yutaka but I feel that I was born this way so I don't know if it comes along afterwards''
Yutaka knew that now was the time to tell Konata what had happened with Minami. She knew that she had to be brave and not be a little kid as she was often mistaken for.
''Konata, Minami said she didn't like girls and thought that it was wrong to do so'' sobbed Yutaka
''Oh Yutaka, I'm so sorry, I know it's hard but you can't force someone to like something that you do But don't let this get to you, If you do your trip to England will be the worst time of your life''.
Yutaka needed someone to hold her and never let go of her and to tell her that it was going to be alright, She wanted it to be Minami but she knew Konata was just as good.
''As soon as you get back we'll have Ice Cream and Cake. That always cheers me up and I know you need cheering up''.
''Thank you Konata, I don't care what Kagami says about you being lazy or pathetic, you're the kindest person I know and If she can't see that then It's her loss.
''You better get home soon Yutaka, there's a massive hug waiting for you and it's nice and warm
Yutaka wiped her tears away and started to run home and express her emotions by hugging Konata, At this moment Konata was the only person Yutaka could rely on and she wanted to show Konata that she can overcome this.
The day everyone had waited for had finally arrived. The sun rose into the sky and shone through Miyuki's bedroom window. Her alarm clock went off at the time it was set and the pink haired beauty slowly rose out of her bed before She opened her curtains and opened her window to let some fresh air in, She looked outside thinking about all of her friends that will soon be arriving with suitcases and smiles, ready to set off to the other side of the world together.
Miyuki was looking forward to the next month, August had now begun and her journey to discover her father's life was about to begin but Miyuki had something else that was on her mind.
'I wish I had someone to love. My mother and father loved England. I want something to happen to make me love it as well But who am I kidding, I always just stay in the background while everyone else has all the fun. I wish I wasn't so shy and nervous all the time'
Miyuki was about to turn to go and get changed when she spotted a sight that meant the games and adventures were finally about to start, Kagami and Tsukasa had arrived in her driveway with their suitcases and all.
End of Chapter 3
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''And I am Minoru Shiraishi her assistant, this show is to interview a character once in a while whilst there on their trip.''
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Ayano- wow I'm honoured, truly I am
Akira- Wait a minute why the hell is she a guest, she isn't even in this fan fic!
Minoru- But there's a question that everyone wants to know about her
Akira- Well whatever I don't care as long as I get paid for this you can invite a Walrus next time
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Ayano- Huh what?
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Ayano- Well I...
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Ayano- NO! My boyfriend's real, he's real. He just-
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Minoru- No so close
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