Kohaku was always busy. Running a Bath House isn't actually that busy. Chihiro spent most of her time in Kohaku's office, watching Kohaku work, and day dreaming. Finally, on the third day of Chihiro coming back, Kohaku snapped up from his work, and let out an impatient sigh.

"Sorry, 'Hiro. I'm being a bore, aren't I?"

"No, no. Keep on working." She protested, shaking her head. Her bangs fell in front of her face. Chihiro always kept her hair down now. She had a feeling Kohaku liked it more when it was down…

"No. I'm not doing any good working all the time." He thought for a moment, looking away. "Okay. Tomorrow at dawn, meet me at the bridge, okay? We'll go for a picnic." He smiled, making her heart flip.

"Okay." Chihiro mumbled, unable to find her real voice, her face reddening.

"It's a date." Kohaku winked, going back to work.

Immediately, she thought about her almost-kiss with Kohaku three days ago. Chihiro's heart beat went up, and her face heated up even more. She got up to go to the washroom to calm herself down.

Chihiro could barely sleep that night. After she changed into her pale pink Hello Kitty pajamas, she climbed into her "bed", which was just a thick duvet on the floor. She tossed and turned for hours until Rin suddenly shot up, and whispered, "What the hell, Sen?"

"Sorry," Chihiro muttered, embarrassed. "Too excited.."

"Well, calm yourself down," Rin said, turning her back to Chihiro. "You have, like, a hot date with Haku or something?"

Chihiro decided not to answer. It was better if Rin didn't know. That way, the mass of questions won't be dumped on her, and she wouldn't have to gossip about her maybe-boyfriend. She turned, again, and tried to shut down her brain. When she realized that that didn't work, she let herself fantasize what her date would be like. She thought about how she would walk towards the bridge, and how Kohaku would already be there, his hand outstretched towards her.

What did Kohaku have in plan for them? Would they leave the Bath House, and go on a regular date- to some movie, perhaps? Maybe she'll fly on dragon- Kohaku's back to somewhere far away, where there are no worries..

Chihiro fell asleep half way through imagining herself on Kohaku's back, almost feeling the wind blow her long hair back. The next thing she knew, Rin was yelling at her to get up.

"It's scrubbing time! Unless, of course, Master Haku doesn't want you to get your hands dirty." Rin teased, sticking her tongue out.



Chihiro scrambled up, frantically looking around. "W-What time is it?"

"Um, like 9 o-clock, you pig! Get up!" Rin said, yanking her duvet off, making Chihiro roll off to the floor.

"What?!" Chihiro screeched, her heart sinking. "Nine am?!"

She didn't bother to wait for Rin's reply. Chihiro just got up, and ran towards the door, and out the Bath House. She passed the gorgeous flowered bushes, and what it seemed to be miles of grass. She finally found Kohaku looking out at the river, leaning against the railing of the bridge.

"K-Kohaku!" She gasped for air when she got close enough to him. "Sorry. I-I over s-slept."

He turned around to face Chihiro, smiling. "No worries. You needed your sleep. You've been staying up all night with me, waiting for me to finish work. I'm sorry. I shouldn't have made it at dawn. I guess I was hoping we could have our day off as long as possible. I didn't even consider you and your human needs." He said with a teasing smile, his said tilted to the side.

Chihiro was lost for words. She has never in her life met anyone so sweet. "Um, I guess we could go now?"

Kohaku gave an airy laugh. "If you wish." He said, his eyes glinting.

"Why are you laughing?" Chihiro asked totally lost.

"I never thought you were a Hello Kitty person."

Chihiro blanched, forcing herself not to look down.

There were two options at a time like this. Chihiro could a), stutter, and blush, run back to her room and change, or b), act cool and aloof, like she wasn't embarrassed. She decided to do both.

"Um, yeah. I love Hello Kitty. My pajamas are very comfortable." She mumbled, looking down. She turned around to walk back to the Bath House. She felt Kohaku place a hand on her shoulder.

"Hey, don't go. Sorry I've embarrassed you. I didn't mean it. It was inconsiderate of me. I should have told you straight away. Here, let me run you back to your room.

Chihiro suddenly felt Kohaku pick her up, and carry her - bridal style. He then sped down the trail, and within ten seconds, she felt Kohaku put her down. Her toes touched the smooth wooden floor, and Chihiro opened her eyes again, not even realizing she had shut them.

"Woa.." She murmured softly, regaining her blance. She looked back to see Kohaku fighting a smile. "Show off." She muttered, turning back to get her street clothes.

She slid her closet door open, and got out a pale pink baby tee, and a pair of dark blue jeans.



"Um, could you, you know," turning back to Kohaku, Chihiro mumbled, blushing.

"What was that, 'Hiro?" Kohaku asked lightly, raising his eyebrows.

"Could you.. leave for a moment, so I can change?" Chihiro said, a little louder.

"I can't hear you.."

Chihiro glared at Kohaku, yelling "I need to change, you perv!"

Kohaku laughed loudly, turning around and walking to the other room. Chihiro quickly slipped on her outfit, and walked to where Kohaku was standing, courtesly facing the other way.

"Hey." Chihiro said softly. She boldly reached out, and closed her hands of one her Kohaku's. Kohaku turned around with a mildly surprised smile on his face. His hand clasped around Chihiro's, pulling her towards the exit of the Bath House.

"Where would you like to go today?" Kohaku asked, breaking the comfortable silence as they strolled out of the Bath House.

"Well, I was thinking if we can go to the city today. Like, on a real date." Chihiro blurted, instantly regretting it. Now Kohaku probably thinks she's some weird little girl who fantasizes on her little crushes like a freak. But, to her surprised, Kohaku replied,

"That's a good idea. We should fly to the city next to this one, in case your parents are looking for you."

Chihiro beamed, relieved. "Good idea."

A/N

Sorry it's been such a long time. I'm really busy these days, and with finals coming.. ugh.

I'm going to change it to M rated soon. Hopefully no one will mind.

I was so tempted to make the date ruined somehow, so that there's more drama in it. But then, I think you guys would appreciate it more if this is a fluffy FF.

So, what do you think? Should this remain fluffy, or should I add drama and cliffs? Your call!