Yay! An update on this slice of heaven! I still can't believe this was gonna be a one-shot...then a two-shot...and now! Yay! Upset that I took a while to update. But i wanna finish it. And i'd really like if you did, too :D
The Train- Deciding
On an impulse, I grabbed my suitcase and ran off the train. As soon as I got off the train pulled off and I stepped forward and turned to watch it disappear. I know this wasn't my stop…who am I kidding, I didn't have specific destination anyway. I turned back around and searched through the crowd. I saw his blonde hair and ran after it. After (not-so-gracefully) dodging people I finally caught up to him. I called out a 'hey' and surprisingly he turned around and returned a 'hey'.
"Sorry, but I just, it's that, I never learned your name?" I said.
"It's Len, Len Kagamine." He said with a smile. In my mind, my face dropped, but I kept my composure on the outside.
"Mine is Rin Kagamine!" I said.
"We have too much in common." He said and laughed. I laughed a little too. "So where you headed?" he asked and we walked. Him carrying his guitar case and me dragging my suitcase along. I could tell we were going to the exit…entrance? Meh.
"I didn't have anywhere really planned, I guess." I said. I knew all off this, but at the moment it hit me. I mean, really hit me. I had nowhere to go. "Looks like my mother was right. I have to go back. There's nothing here for me, no one here for me either. I'm so stupid…" It was harder fighting tears. One slipped and I quickly wiped it away.
"Don't cry, Rin." He said. Hearing him say my name for the first time sent a rush of emotions through me. I stopped crying a little. "If you really don't have anywhere, you could stay at my house for a while." I stopped crying immediately.
"W-What? Seriously?" I said in shock.
"Sure. My mom won't mind." Before I could protest any further, "Oh, here she comes now." I looked over and sure enough there was a lady with blonde hair charging towards us.
"Len~!" she squealed when she came over and hugged him tightly.
"Hey, mom." He said as he struggled to breathe. I couldn't help but to laugh. His mother peered over his shoulder.
"Oh? Who is this?" she asked.
"That's Rin. I met her a long time ago, you know before we moved? And we met up on the train."
"How sweet! Well, it's nice to meet you Rin."
"Nice to meet you too, um…"
"You can call me Rena." She said. "So, Rin, are you waiting for someone to pick you up?"
"Ah! Um, well, you see…" I said while looking at my feet.
"Long story short, Mom," Len started. I looked over at him. "She doesn't really have a place to stay, soo…"
"You were wondering if she could stay at our place?" She asked him while looking at me. I met her gaze and nodded slowly anticipating her response. "Hm…I don't see why not." I smiled again. I felt a little awkward, since I haven't smiled in a while, but I hoped it at least look sincere.
"Thank you so much! But…are you sure I won't be a burden or anything?"
"Not at all! We have plenty of room! But in return, I would like to hear that 'long story' of yours that's the reason you have nowhere to be."
Once we reached their house, I told her my little situation over some tea. She stayed silent and content, which made me slightly uncomfortable. How would she react? Does she feel sorry for me? Or perhaps it's funny to her? Those sort of questions raced through my mind as I spoke. She still hasn't showed any different emotion since I started. I fiddled with my finger and stared at my lap.
"First off, Rin, I want to say that I'm very sorry she behaved that way to you. But, for the time being, you should call her and let her know that you're staying with me, in case she's looking for you. I'm sure she would be upset. I would if my Len ever ran away from me." I looked at him tuning his guitar with a wry smile.
"I doubt that she misses me. I think that she's probably ecstatic that she doesn't have to deal with me."
"Well, still you should call her. Just at least let her know you're alright. Anyway, I have to run to the café'. You should bring Rin by later, Len."
"Sure thing." He said. His mother said her goodbyes and left.
"Well, I guess you might want to go and get settled and everything. I'll show you to the guestroom." I followed him upstairs to the room. The walls were sky blue and the carpet was white almost. All the other furnishings were white and the bed had a sky blue comforter set with matching curtains. It all went together perfectly.
"Oh, Len! It's so cute!" I said and smiled.
"It's my mom's touch. Well, make yourself at home!" He turned for the door. "Oh, I was gonna make a milkshake, you want one?"
"Yeah sure!" I answered with a smile. He headed back downstairs and I went and sat on the bed. It was soft. I laid my head on the pillow. Even softer… I looked over at the body-length mirror on the wall and frowned. It was sad to see myself without my ribbon. I closed my eyes. I tried to absorb this day so far. I've always felt like a coward, but I actually stood up for myself for once. And because of my courage, I got to see Len again. And I'm staying at his house. Who would've thought? Suddenly, exhaustion washed over me. I hadn't really gotten that much sleep. Besides who wouldn't want to nap on this soft, fluffy bed?
I woke up confused. I forgot where I was. Oh right. Len's house…I think I was blushing and the reflection in the mirror confirmed it. I yawned and went to look for Len. He was sitting on the couch on the phone downstairs.
"Yeah, I made some milkshakes but Rin was asleep when I went to give her one…I think she's still asleep…" He was referring to me. I jumped down from the last step and he turned around to me. "Oh, she's awake now…I'll ask. Hey Rin, you still wanna go to the café with me?"
"Uh, yeah sure!" I said and smiled again which he returned. I turned my head again; I didn't want him to notice me blushing.
"So you guys own the café?" I asked as we walked.
"Yep!" he said.
"So why are you bringing your guitar?"
"I play there sometimes for the customers."
"Oh, it's one of those live music places?"
"Yeah. And I promised my Mom I'd play tonight anyway."
"That's nice! I can't wait to hear you play, Len."
When we went inside, I was overwhelmed by the aroma. It was so sweet and inviting. It was sorta crowded, too. Len's mother waved at us, which we returned.
"I'm gonna go set up." Len said. I nodded and he left. I went up to the counter and sat at the only empty stool.
"Glad you came, Rin! You settled in yet?"
"Well, sorta." I said. "Thanks again for letting me stay."
"It's no problem! Hey can you do me a favor?" she reached under the counter and pulled out a very fluffy cake. "It's strawberry shortcake. It's my first time making it and I was thinking of adding it to the menu."
"It looks really good! You want me to try it?" I asked, marveling at the dessert. She nodded and handed me a fork. I cut a piece and ate it. I felt my eyes widen. This was the best cake I've ever eaten!
"How is it?" she asked.
"It's delicious!" I said, wishing I thought of a better adjective, but she smiled nonetheless.
"Thanks a lot Rin! Well, I have to go help with the customers." I nodded and kept eating. I liked the atmosphere of this place. It was like one of those places where you had to sorta talk quietly and the conversations made a buzz throughout. It was very comfortable and relaxing, casual but modern. I could hear a voice. A clear voice that made all the others stop. I looked around and saw Len on a raised platform that was his stage. He was going to perform. Some people started clapping, and I joined in. When it quiet again, Len began to play his guitar.
"I want to dedicate this to Rin, a very special person to me." He said. He looked at me, and our eyes met. And locked. I was glad the lights were dim, because I could feel the burning in my cheeks. How is he making me blush so much?
Then he started singing.
His voice…was so beautiful! His voice was so smooth, like velvet. Every note he reached was so rich, and was dripping with such feeling. He dedicated this to me? I couldn't do anything but stare. The harmony of the melodies from his voice and guitar fit together like pieces of a puzzle. And that feels like an understatement. Then he stopped playing, and everyone was clapping even louder. He smiled, looking directly at me. I never felt like this before…
End of this Chapter! Hope you liked it! And, btw, the next chapter is the last one. I wish Len dedicated a song to me! D: Yeah, i know, but all good things come to an end, right? If you thought it was good, that is. Well Im off to work on this next one. See ya!~ *And i really didn't want to beg, because i thought it'd be annoying if i asked, but if you liked it, would you review please? I worked hard on the chapters and when i don't get any reviews, i feel as if no one likes it, and i'm a terrible writer or whatever. i just get really discouraged. So, yeah if you did, at least let me know. it would really make my day. I truly appreciate it em, :D or maybe i should just stop writing... :/