Chapter 4 - But that's not all, isn't it?


A/N: Well, since this story had already gone through 3 chapters, here are some thoughts from our favorite couple.

Me: So, what do you think Hima-chan, Sa-chan?

Himawari & Sakurako: You can't call her that way!

Me: Wow. Sorry.

Himawari: So I heard that you are writing a story about us?

Sakurako: Yay!~ I am the main character, am I?

Me: Well, you are in the story... and yes Sakurako, Himawari and you are the main character.

Sakurako: Do I get paid for this?

Me: ...It's a fan fiction ..Even I, the writer, gain no profit for this... Well, except for lengthening my e-penis, but mostly for fun.

Sakurako: What's that?

Me: ...Nevermind... Ano, just to let you know, you gu-, I mean girls gonna *censored* later...

Himawari & Sakurako (blushed furiously): NO F**KING WAY!

Me: Just kidding though (or not)!


"I-I...*sob* want... to be...*sob*...your friend...again...*sob*..."

The sudden sobs from the brunette petrified Sakurako. She wasn't expecting this, no she wasn't. However, her answer for Himawari's "wish" was clear as day. She always enjoyed the brunette's company, even though she acted rude or arrogant. She was really embarrassed that she could not control herself, to the point of hiding her emotions with rude comments and teases. In her heart, she knew that Himawari is always a treasure, so precious to her. She regretted her actions every time they fight, and she regretted that she hurt Himawari. Holding Himawari close to her, she embraced the girl tightly, whispering to the brunette tenderly.

"Is that all?"

Replying to Sakurako's gentle words was an outbreak of tears. Himawari was crying loudly.

"Fueee...that's all...*sniff*...that's all...*sniff*..."

Hearing Himawari's cries, Sakurako could not help herself smiling affectionately. She blew gently at her friend's ears, teasing her slightly. And then, as she tightened the hug from before, she spoke with a sweet voice.

"Looks like I can't be your rival anymore."

Himawari sniffed loudly, trying to swallow her tears, but failed in the attempt. But the tears that were streaming down her face weren't the resentful tears from before any more. It were tears of happiness. Content filled Himawari's heart. She tried her best to break off just a small feminine smile, but she ended up giggling blissfully.

"Ehehe...*sniff*...I'm so happy..."

Himawari was simply delighted. Being a little tired from all the crying, she dropped her body down slowly on the bed, which Sakurako followed almost immediately. Lying down, Himawari snuggled up into Sakurako arms, enjoying her warmth. She asked gently after a long period of comforting silence.

"Sa-chan no baka... Why would you always act so hostile towards me before?"

Even though Himawari spoke softly as she possibly could, any one that had heard those blaming words would recognize a tinge of sadness inside it. A guilty feeling enveloped Sakurako as she managed to answer:

"I...was shy...ya' know...I don't like acting that way towards you either...But everyone...keeps teasing me...and us..."

Himawari smirked, amused at Sakurako's words. She knew that Sakurako was the shy type, but she could not imagine that the girl could get shy to the point that she faked her feelings that way. With a sigh of relief, she reassured her friend.

"You should just tell me from the beginning! Geez!"

Sakurako's face flushed for a little as she squeezed her eyes shut hard, cuddling her friend even harder. She found comfort from their peaceful silence. Himawari suddenly directed her gaze towards Sakurako after a moment, suggesting:

"Sa-chan, why don't we go outside together tomorrow?"

"Eh!?"

The unexpected recommendation startled the blonde for a few seconds. The girl broke into a happy smile nonetheless. Himawari had called her the way she did when they were still just kids. She nodded gently and sweet words could be seen coming out from her petite mouth.

"That...would be nice..."

Taking a hold of Himawari's soft hands, Sakurako asked curiously:

"Hima-chan...where will you take me?"

Hearing Sakurako's question, Himawari had nothing to answer. She honestly hadn't given much thought about it, since the idea of going out just came through her mind like a blow of wind. After thinking hard for a while, she answered brightly:

"How about go shopping then? We could get you some nice and cute clothes, Sa-chan!"

Sakurako beamed sparklingly at the offer. She gave short reply while retaining her broad smile from before.

"Okay!~"

Himawari, on the other hand, could not help smirking devilishly when she imagined the events that would happen the day after. She could be able to see her precious Sakurako wearing some cute clothes, maybe even some sexy kinds. Thinking about it made the brunette almost had a nosebleed. But she was truly happy to be honest. In fact, she felt like the luckiest person or Earth, or even the whole Universe, having a such a cute friend by her side again. She whispered tenderly at the ears of the girl next to her, keeping her voice at a level of loudness barely audible.

"I haven't been able to hug you like this for a long while. I want to sleep like this, Sa-chan!"

Replying to such earnest and sincere request, Sakurako could not say no. She moved her head sheepishly in agreement, as she slowly close her eyes with Himawari doing the same. They hugged each other so tight that it felt like they could melt, taking full advantage of each other body (in the most innocent way possible).

'I am glad. It been quite a while since the last time I feel this at ease.'

It was the truth. Himawari hadn't able to be like this for a long time. Since Sakurako declared her a "rival", Himawari's life changed. She always felt like she is desperately needing something. The girl was glad that those unpleasant feelings had gone, and that Sakurako is her friend once more. However, as she slipped away from consciousness and into her pleasant slumber, a question was raised from the depths of mind.

'But that's not all, isn't it?'

A/N: That's all for now. New chapter is coming up, and I would be really happy if you could spend a few seconds to write a review. Well, but that's not all, isn't it? Thanks for reading. Just for note: they are still just friends :-(