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Chapter 4 ~The First Evening ~

~Mitsuki POV~

The three guys stood next to Ichigo protectively. Although I hadn't met them yet I could tell they were planning on fighting for her. I continued to look at them as charmingly as I could.

"My name is Hanabusa Satsuki, I am delighted to meet you" Greeted a boy with green hair and eyes, he looked like a flirt. Although I wasn't pleased he seemed decent enough, I held out my hand and gave him a smile.

"I am Andoh Sennosuke , nice to meet you" said a tall black haired boy. Although he was Ichigos age he was almost about my height. He seemed respectful, he even bowed slightly. I might even take a liking to him. I shook his hand confidently.

"I'm Kashino Makoto" said a short, blond haired boy. He acted just as disrespectfully as Keita and Yuuta, even had the same defiant sparkle in his eyes. I simply said hello to him, although he seemed annoyed already.

"My name is Aramaki Mitsuki" I said. I looked over at Yuuta who was leaning casually against the wall. I signaled for him to come over and greet himself. He simply looked away and I gave a tired sigh.

"That's my youngest brother Aramaki Yuuta, please forgive his rudeness"

"Hey! This is my house I don't need to apologize" he growled. I could tell he was starting to get angry and decided to drop the subject.

"So how was the tri-" I started but was caught off by the sound of the door slamming.

~Keita's POV~

I've had it today. I show up to practice and all I get to do are the warm ups! It's not my fault that the captain tripped over my foot, he wasn't even injured. He was useless anyway, all I had to worry about now was Mitsuki scolding me again. I'm guessing there might even be an argument since I took so long practicing by myself even though the team had left hours ago. Yuuta didn't even go out with his delinquent friends since he thought Ichigo was going to come. How naive! I can't believe he's wasting his time like that she probably has a brand new life. Even Mitsuki is being a complete idiot and staying at home today. Ugh! I don't even know what I'm getting worked up for! Even if she did come there's no way she would want to talk to me. Not after what I did to her . . . .

"This is so stupid!" I yelled at the top of my lungs. I was starting to have a hard time catching my breath now that I got myself all worked up. I was arriving at the gate and decided to take off my shirt. I was covered in sweat and planned on taking a bath as soon as I got home. I walked into the house and slammed the door loudly. I walked down the corridor and made my way into the living room, surprised not to hear Mitsuki yelling at me.

"Keita, I wish you wouldn't greet our guest dressed so shamelessly" scolded Mitsuki. What?

"Wait? what?" I asked confused. Then I looked over only to find Ichigo sitting there blushing and three other boys staring at me uncomfortably. I looked down and realized that I was only wearing my practice shorts.

"um . . ah . . hi, keita" Ichigo said turning a deep shade of red. She looked down at the ground. I blushed and ran upstairs. I slammed the door as I got into the bathroom to take a bath. I was completely embarrassed and humiliated. It's been years since I've seen Ichigo and the first thing I do is walk in half naked.

~Normal POV~

The five boys and Ichigo sat there stunned. It came as a surprise for Ichigo to finally see Keita again, maybe he hadn't wanted her to come at all. Mitsuki cleared his throat.

"ah . . Are you hungry it's almost time for dinner?" asked Mitsuki.

"I'll go make dinner" Yuuta stated as he made his way into the kitchen.

"Hey should we make cake for dessert?" I asked my team.

"Fine by me" "Of course" "Anything for you Ichigo-chan" Respond Hanabusa, Andoh, and Kashino. Ichigo stood up a bit confused. She remembered many things about her past and the time she spent there but, where will they make a cake.

"If you would like you can go down to the farthest room to the right. That's where all the baking ingredients, tools, and utensils are" said Mitsuki. Ichigo was confused, they liked sweets but it didn't seem like they baked much except for Yuuta. Mitsuki caught on to her questioning look.

"We bought many things for baking since we were expecting you to come. You mentioned that you wanted to practice with your team right?" he smiled. She was shocked, they had bought everything recently just because she was coming to visit. Although she felt selfish for mentioning that they needed to practice there was no point in letting all their efforts go to waste. Mitsuki led the four team members to the new baking room and let them practice their skills.

"Ichigo it seems that you get along the best with Mitsuki" mention Andoh quickly regretting what he had said. "I don't mean that you don't get along with the others though it just seems like you guys are the closest"

Ichigo giggled "Yeah I guess that's true we've known each other for the longest time" Hanabusa put his arm around her and she blushed. "W-what are you doing hanabusa-kun?"

"I thought it would be unfair for the best looking guy not to touch you" he winked. Roses floated around him and there was a sparkly background behind him. Kashino yanked Ichigo by the arm.

"Oi! Just because those bastards did it that doesn't mean you have a right to, narcissist!" Kashino yelled.

"Oh really, and you have that right" retorted Hanabusa. Kashino looked to see what he meant and noticed he was practically hugging Ichigo who was full on blushing now. He let her go abruptly causing her to lose her balance. She shut her eyes ready to crash into something but instead felt arms around her. She looked up and it was Andoh that catched her.

"Are you alright Ichigo-chan, Maa-kun you shouldn't be so violent with a girl" he said gently. Ichigo blushed slightly. Suddenly a cellphone rang.

"Sorry it's mine" said Andoh. He picked up the phone and the three listened to bits of his conversation. "Yes . . . I understand, it's not a problem . . . no, really it's okay I'm happy to help . . . alright bye I'll see you tomorrow" They all stared at him.

"Who was that?" asked Kashino.

"It was my mom, it seems that my dad and Ichita caught a cold and they're going to need help at the shop, I'm sorry Ichigo-chan but I have to leave tomorrow" he explained sadly.

"Andoh-kun do want us to go with you? asked Ichigo.

"N-no Ichigo it's fine, I mean I don't want to take you away from your friends, I'm sure they would be very disappointed if you were to leave right away" he responded. Hanabusa put a hand on his shoulder.

"It's okay I'll go with you, Kashino can stay here with Ichigo-chan" he stated.

"W-wait why do I have to stay? Are you sure you don't need my help?" Kashino asked.

"I'm sure it'll be enough with just me and Andoh" said Hanabusa. He leaned into Kashino and whispered into his ear "besides you wouldn't want to leave Ichigo-chan alone with three boys right? I mean after what happened in Paris" Kashino blushed

"H-how do you know about that?!" Kashino exclaimed. Ichigo looked at them curiously.

"Know about what?" She asked plainly. They both looked at her.

"um . . . ah about how . . . excited Kashino was to actually be here" answered Hanabusa nervously. Ichigo looked at them stunned and a bit suspicious.

"R-really?'

"Ah, yeah sure" Kashino answered as he started to practice his tempering. Ichigo smiled at him.

"Ichigo-chan I'm really sorry about having to leave so soon" Said Andoh "Why don't we make a cake for your friends as an apology"

"That's a great idea we can each make a cake!" Ichigo exclaimed.

"What kind of cake would be toward their preference though, Ichigo-chan?" asked Hanabusa.

"Kashino can make a coffee cake for Keita he dislikes things that are too sweet. Hanabusa-kun can make a rose and peach cake for Mitsuki because he has more of a refined taste. Andoh-kun can make a refreshing green tea cake for Yuuta because he really enjoys tea. I'll make a strawberry tart and give it to Julie-san." Ichigo explained. They all got to work and started working on their cakes. When their cakes were almost out of the oven there was a knock on the door.

"Ichigo!" yelled Yuuta as he came in and hugged her. "Dinner is almost ready, I made tempura shrimp and sushi"

"R-really? wasn't that difficult to make?" She asked.

"It was no problem my cooking is very developed for my age, that's what my cooking instructor always tells me" he grinned. "The dinner will be set in 20 minutes so please be ready by then." He ran out the door and closed the door behind him.

"D-do you think we can finish the cakes by then?"asked Ichigo.

"Definitely" said Kashino. They all got to work and just as the 20 minutes were up they finished their cakes.

"I can't believe we actually finished!"squealed Ichigo. The boys simply gave her a smile. They made their way to the dinner table. It was incredibly fancy there were beautiful orange lily's and the table looked polished and new, not to mention huge. They could probably fit twelve people there. Mitsuki and Yuuta were already sitting down and gestured for them to sit down as well. Keita was the only one missing.

"Why isn't Keita here?" asked Ichigo with a concerned look.

"He says he doesn't want to come down and eat, that idiot" said Yuuta. Mitsuki lightly hit him on the head and Yuuta gave him an obvious glare.

"I think he's embarrassed because of how he came tried to convince him to come, but he's been locked in his room ever since he got out of the bath." explained Mitsuki. Ichigo gave a worried look and stood up.

"I'm going to try to convince him to come" she said as she stood up to go. Yuuta stood up ready to go after her but Mitsuki stopped him.

"Let her go" he said simply as Yuuta slumped in his chair.

~Keita POV~

I couldn't even go eat dinner in my own house. I'm so embarrassed I feel like my heart is going to burst. Ichigo actually came, maybe she does care for me. No that can't be it! She only came here to see Mitsuki and maybe Yuuta but not me. That's it I'm going down there. I'm going to swallow my pride and take care of the bit of dignity that I have left. I threw a rock t-shirt and some jeans on and opened the door.

Bonk!

What the hell? Did I hit something? I looked behind the door and gasped. I just hit Ichigo with the door. She was on the ground holding her head.

"I-I'm so sorry Ichigo" I said. Blood trickled from her forehead and my eyes widened. I picked her up and took her to the bathroom. I disinfected the small wound even though she kept telling me I didn't have to.

"Really I'm okay Keita, I'm used to hurting myself anyway" she said as she smiled.

"Even if that's true a girl shouldn't be used to hurting herself idiot!" I scolded. She seemed taken back for a second then laughed.

"Haha I guess you're right" I took a moment to stare at her until she met my gaze and I looked away. "Keita please come eat dinner with us, it's been so long since we've all gotten to spend time together and if you're not there then it won't feel complete" I stood up and headed to the door.

"Alright lets go" I said as we made our way into the kitchen. Her words were starting to make my heart ache. Even if I want to believe her I already know that I shouldn't. I gotta get my act together!

~Normal POV~

The boys all patiently waited at the table in silence.

"Mitsuki, for the last time let me go check on Ichigo it's already taken them a long time!" Yuuta yelled.

"Yuuta for the last time no" said Mitsuki calmly. The three young patissiers all had an uneasy feeling.

"Why not?!" exclaimed Yuuta as he gave Mitsuki a glare.

"Yuuta, Keita and Ichigo have issues from childhood they need to get over together. You and I can't stop them. Leave them alo-" started Mitsuki as Ichigo came in behind Keita.

"We're here!" grinned Ichigo. Mitsuki smile at Ichigo and although the others couldn't see it he gave Keita a questioning look. Keita turned and face the ground as he made his way to his chair. Julie serve them their meal and as they ate the delicious food Ichigo turned to Mitsuki.

"Mitsuki, tomorrow Andoh-kun and Hanabusa-kun have to make their way to Andoh-kuns house." she said.

"I see, I'll arrange a car to take you to your destination" he said plainly.

"It's fine, really we can walk back to the station, we don't want to cause you any trouble" said Andoh as Hanabusa agreed. Mitsuki gave them a killer smile that would be impossible for anyone to refuse.

"It isn't trouble at all after the long journey you all took to get here it would be my pleasure to get you a ride to your home. It's great that Kashino-san will be able to stay and have fun though."

"Yeah, great" Mumbled Kashino under his breath. Ichigo kicked him under the table. "hey! that hurt" he whispered in her ear as he pinched her cheek. They ate their dinner making small chit-chat. Hanabusa went into the baking room to pick up the cakes and presented them in a very delicate and sophisticated manner. Yuuta was entranced with his performance.

"T-this is amazing! Who made this!" exclaimed Yuuta as he ate the green tea cake.

"I made it, I hope it was to your taste" answered Andoh.

"I love green tea, and this cake was great" said Yuuta as he asked Andoh many questions about how he prepared it. Keita and Mitsuki both tried the cakes they were given and thanked them kindly as they admired the cakes. Ichigo went to the kitchen and gave her tart to Julie who was so delighted she gave her a long hug. As the day ended the for team members went to their guest rooms which happened to be right by each others.

~The Next Day~

"Ichigo-chan please take care of yourself" said Hanabusa and Andoh as they said their farewells. Mitsuki had gotten them a car to take them directly to the shop. "Please some visit if you would like" said Andoh waving from the car.

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