Prom Night, A Kiss
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Gaara held Mari's chin closer to his face as his other arm snaked around her waist. She wrapped her arm around his neck as her other hand cupped his face. "I can't live without you," he said. "Neither can I," she answered. "I love you," he told her in a deep voice. She blushed and tears stung her eyes. "I love you too," she responded lovingly. He leaned closer and she began closing her eyes. "Okay, CUT!" Kurenai said aloud. The two let go of each other and walked back to their seats. The whole class gave them a round of applause. "Pair no. 24: On deck. 1, 2, 3, start!" Then the next pair began their presentation. "Our 95 plus grade is already secured," whispered Mari to Gaara. "Hn," was his oh-so-great reply. Mari sighed and looked around the classroom. Sakura is looking at the Uchiha heartthrob yet her partner is the handsome Naruto. Ino tries to wake up Shikamaru because they are pair no. 25. Hinata is blushing as Kiba rehearsed their love lines. Neji is concentrating his lines for Tenten. By the way, he's Hinata's cousin! Lee's having an individual presentation. His story is about his obsession over a bottle of youth potion. Gai sensei's the one who suggested it to him and Lee's really looking like a psycho during his practices. Uchiha is going single too. His story is about his love for his own reflection, which Naruto finds stupid. There, he was a narcissist. Chouji and Shino's story is nice too. Chouji is a father while Shino is a rebellious son. Hmm… Sigh. It's boring but I'll sure miss this class anyway. Why? Because prom is coming up! And there comes graduation… Mari sighed once again and slumped on her chair beside Gaara. It's like everybody's got a partner except for Mari and Gaara. No one asked her yet and Gaara haven't asked anyone yet.
After the pm class, Gaara volunteered to drive her home. Along the way, they never said a thing. Soon, they reached her house. He opened the car's door for her. She walked to her door and unlocked it. "Aren't you coming in?" she asked him. "Thanks but I have to go home. Father has arrived," he said while slightly cringing to the word father. She smiled, "You should." They fell silent once again until she broke it with a question. "Uhm, ano Gaara," she stuttered. The redhead looked at her. "Who's the lucky girl? She asked. His face portrayed a temporary look of confusion. "I, I haven't asked anyone yet," he answered. She mentally breathed out, thank goodness. "How about you? Has anyone asked you already?" he asked. "No. No one asked me yet," she answered. He inwardly sighed in relief. Then the annoying silence came again. They felt uneasy. Gaara gulped then took a deep breathed. He exhaled, this is it. "Mari?"She looked at him, "Yes?" her voice was soft. "Will you go out with me to the prom?" he asked. Mari was surprised and didn't answer for awhile. Gaara felt disappointed and looked down when suddenly; he felt lips on his cheek. He looked up at her smiling face. "Of course Gaara. I'll go out with you," her answer made him smile. He muttered, thank you and said bye before driving home. She went inside and jumped in joy. "Alright!" she laughed… In his car, Gaara almost shouted, "YES!" and he did it no matter how OOC it is.
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Today was the day of the prom! It took Temari the whole morning to force her into wearing a gown and some make-up. They were dressing in the mansion. Kankurou was helping Gaara while Temari fixes Mari. They were not allowed to see each other until night came. Soon, the 2 best friends came out of their rooms. He went downstairs first to meet his partner. Soon, she came out wearing a dazzling black gown that's not too tight. Her make-up is simple yet beautiful, but Temari just put on too much powder. She looked pale; she's wearing a not-so-dark eye shadow and red lipstick (much to her dislike). Her accessories were also dark colored. Her upper face was concealed by a half mask which is color black too. Gaara wears a black suit which greatly contrasts his pale features, making him look like an elegant vampire prince. His outstanding hair color seemed to give him more attitude. His face was also concealed by a mask of the same color. She walked down stairs. The moment they saw each other, both of them stared wide-eyed. Both took off their masks. "You're beautiful," they both said at the same time. Temari and Kankurou winked at each other. They pushed the 2 close to each other. "Go now or you'll be late," said Temari. The 2 flashed each other with a smile. "Good luck to the both of you," Kankurou said. The 2 went inside the car. They had a driver so they sat together at the backseat.
"You're very beautiful tonight," he whispered. She blushed and murmured, "Thank you." "Uhm, Gaara?" she said careful not to stutter. "Yes?" "You've become more handsome tonight," she said. It was his turn to blush. So I'm handsome to her even before? "Thanks Mari," he replied shyly.
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They soon arrived at the venue where their classmates meet them. "Wow! You're really beautiful tonight Mari-chan! Believe it!" exclaimed Naruto. "Gaara-kun too! He's so hotter tonight!" exclaimed Ino and Sakura. But when Sasuke walked by and said hi to them, the 2 girls drooled on him. "You re-really l-look good to-together," stuttered Hinata who was looking like a goddess. Mari almost switched to tomboy mode. Good thing she didn't. Soon, all the other boys came over. Gaara slowly switched into possessive mode. His arm snaked around her waist and slowly pulled her closer. She held his hand in return. Other students commented on how dark they looked in their attire. They were named as Dark Pair or Vampire Couple and such.
Soon, the party began. Mai and Gaara went to the dance floor for their first dance. Classical music played and soon, two bodies become one. Mari rested on his chest as he secured his arms on her back and waist. "Gaara," she whispered in his neck, her arms finding their way around his neck. "I want you to be mine tonight," he whispered in her ear. She looked up at him and smiled. "I'm yours tonight, Gaara," she said.
Without them knowing, their classmates were looking at them smiling. "Finally, they're showing their feelings to each other," Ino said. "Yeah, they've kept it for a long time," Sakura agreed. "They are just right to each other," Tenten said. "Its destiny," muttered Neji. The girls just looked at him and sweat dropped.
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"I wonder what they've been doing now," said Temari. Kankurou looked at his older sis. "I hope they're fine," he answered. Temari smiled. "What do you think about them?" she asked. "Best friends?" Temari smacked him in the head. "Ow!" "Look closely. Can't you notice the way Gaara looks at her?" she asked. Kankurou pondered for awhile. "Yeah. The way he holds her and the way he's so open to her." Temari grinned, "Exactly!" She looked up the dark sky, "Our baby brother is in love." Kankurou nodded as he leaned on the bars of the balcony. "I notice something on Mari too," he said. "She's very sweet to him and she takes care of him more than anything else." Temari nodded. "I know she's a kind girl but she's just too kind to him," she told him. "There was once, I saw Mari got out of Gaara's room blushing. Do you think they've done it?" SMACK! "Of course not! Mari's not like that and Gaara's not like that too!!" yelled Temari. "They just felt too comfortable to each other that they don't notice they were way too close," she softly said. "Hn," was his reply while a big lump formed on his head. "They're perfect for each other." "Definitely," Kankurou agreed.
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The dance ended and they sat o their chairs. Ino, Sakura and Hinata were few of the nominees of the Miss Prom. Naruto and Sasuke were also nominated to be Mr. Prom. Mari and Gaara were voted as the Mystery Pair for the night. The 2 head out to the garden for fresh air. Fortunately, there are only the two of them in the area. Hand in hand, they walked through the grassy lawn and admired the beauty of the night. They could hear the splashing of water in the fountain. They sat down on a white metal bench. Gaara extended his hand and held her chin. "Gaara…" she whispered. He looked into her eyes and smiled. "You're mine," he said his lips near hers. "I'm yours as I have promised," she said back. He leaned closer and her eyes slowly closed. Her hands found their way to his neck. Soon, their lips met in a wonderful liplock. Gaara's kiss was gentle, and yet it had the power to melt her heart. His lips were warm and he patiently guided her to collaborate in the kiss. He slowly nibbled her lower lip and Mari tried not to moan.
"Gaara," she whispered blushingly after they ended the liplock. "Mari," he whispered back. Something cold fell on her shoulder and looked up the sky. "It's raining," she said. He immediately took off his suit and covered her with it as they ran under the roof of the prom hall. "Oh, there you are!" They turned around and saw their classmates Naruto with Hinata and Tenten with Neji. Naruto and Hinata were wearing a crown, which meant only one thing. "You won the Mr. and Miss Prom for the night?" asked Mari. "Hai! Dattebayo!" Exclaimed Naruto as Hinata blushed madly. They went back inside.
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The clock struck 12 midnight. People started their picture taking. And soon, they all went home while some went somewhere else. Gaara never let go of Mari's hand throughout the evening. They dropped her to her house. "Thank you for tonight," she said while slightly blushing. "Thank you too," he said, also blushing. "Good night," he whispered. "Good night," she said almost breathlessly. He smirked, a very handsome smirk and went inside the car. As the car drove off, she almost fainted on her doorstep. "God, he's so…"
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Sigh… When will they finally say I LOVE YOU to each other?
I mean the real thing?
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Gaara: Tsk, stupid rain….(kicks off a rock)
Author: (gets hit by the rock in the head) OW! What the hell?!
Gaara: (sitting on the ground while facing a wall)…. Mumble mumble mumble….
Author: (Sweat drops…) Anyway readers, please review!
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choco Maribel