Maria Sama Ga Miteru
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An Unexpected Surprise
By Miracles79
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Chapter 2: Part 4
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Disclaimer:I do not own any of these characters they belong to the amazing Oyuki Konno who brought Maria Sama Ga Miteru into our lives.
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Yumi was patiently waiting for her Onee-Sama at the entrance of the clothing store. She was once again deep in thought about the kiss she had received and the kiss she had given willingly to Sachiko, even if it was only on the cheek.
I kissed her…
She kissed me…
Why do I feel so different…?
I can't explain this feeling but when I felt Sachiko's lips against my cheek…
I…I…knew it felt right.
Yumi was so lost in thought that she didn't realise that her finger was gently rubbing against her mouth. She gently pressed her finger against her bottom lip and slowly moved it across its surface. She felt the nail occasionally brush her bottom lip and she enjoyed the feeling.
Her lips had never been touched this way, not even by a past boyfriend because she never had one, but she was instantly engulfed by the pleasurable sensation it brought with every touch of her lip.
Why…?
Why did I kiss her…?
Why did she kiss me?
Yumi was overwhelmed by today's events and became increasingly confused by what she should do. She knew Sachiko wouldn't understand because she had almost certainly been kissed by someone. She was too perfect to be left untouched or un-kissed.
Yumi looked back at her Onee-Sama who was still lining up to purchase her clothes. Yumi's hand which had previously been rubbing gently against her lip was now at her side. Yumi had no idea that she had been rubbing her finger against her lips because it had been an involuntary action that she wouldn't believe or remember.
Yumi turned quickly from Sachiko who turned to look back at the woman who affected her so. Sachiko had also been deep in thought quietly debating the kiss as well. Her lips still tingled with pleasure and she couldn't ignore the throbbing that had occurred moments before in the photo booth. She blushed and turned towards the counter and the line once more.
I kissed Yumi…
I've kissed her before I know but never like that…
Before it had been a comforting kiss on the hand but this felt like more...
Am I in love with her…?
Or is this just a feeling of lust…?
I'm chasing after a woman who is better than I am...
What should I do?
She continued to look at the line not daring to look in Yumi's direction in case they made eye contact. She was sure Yumi would suddenly realise her complex feelings for her and leave, never to return. She couldn't allow that. She needed Yumi of that she was certain but in what capacity?
As a friend…?
As a Petite Soeur…?
As a classmate…?
Or as a…
As a…
She couldn't even think it. The idea was ludicrous Yumi was a kind, mature and beautiful woman who most likely had many other suitors who could more than exceed her own limited abilities. She wanted Yumi of that she was certain but did she want her as a close friend or something more? That was the question that plagued her mind.
Sachiko quickly forced herself to think about the kiss. She didn't want to think any more about her feelings towards Yumi. It was starting to make her unsettled and her body to tremble out of fear and hope. Sachiko remembered the kiss and instantly knew there was more to that innocent kiss then she led on.
I've never acted like that towards anyone...
Not even my Onee-Sama…
Why was Yumi my first kiss ever…?
Even if it was on the cheek…
She was still the first person I allowed to break down my barriers…
The first person I allowed to enter my world…
The first person to ever kiss me.
Many may not realise this but Yumi's innocent kiss was her first. She had never been kissed by anyone outside of her family. She hadn't even been kissed by Suguru-San, her fiancé. Her heart soared at this revelation and she looked back at Yumi who was looking at different pieces of clothing.
My first…
I couldn't be happier that it was you, Yumi…
Sachiko felt a lot happier at this thought and her mood picked up as she waited for her turn at the counter.
Yumi however was still deep in thought and absentmindedly looking through clothes while her left hand was clutched against her chest. She was slightly scared that her heart would burst out of her chest from the speed at which it was beating.
She was feeling very warm and her head was beginning to ache but she welcomed these feelings because they meant the kiss was real and even though she was embarrassed she wouldn't exchange anything in the world for that moment.
Yumi continued to look around completely lost in her thoughts when she accidently collided with someone at the entrance of the shop.
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Sachiko finally made it to the counter and as she approached leaving her bag on the counter she heard a loud thump, a squeal and the sounds of a bag spilling its contents on the floor. Sachiko quickly looked towards the sound of the noise to see Yumi hastily apologizing to some poor woman who she had most likely bumped into.
Sachiko began to smile as she saw Yumi bowing and repeatedly apologizing for her clumsy behaviour.
That's so Yumi…
And yet I wouldn't have it any other way.
To Sachiko that was just a little aspect of Yumi, the clumsy yet caring woman with whom she had grown more and more fond of as their time together gradually increased.
"I'm so sorry…I didn't see you coming…please let me help you to collect your lost items" Yumi was hastily apologizing when she finally looked up at the woman who she had knocked into. Yumi couldn't hide the blush that came to her face and apparently the other woman also couldn't hide her faint blush as she stared back at Yumi.
Wow…
She's so beautiful…
Yumi couldn't help but admit that she was in awe of the woman's beauty and yet at the same time the other woman had very similar thoughts as she nervously looked at Yumi.
The woman in question looked very young perhaps a couple years younger than herself. She had reddish pink hair which was accompanied by her beautiful pink eyes. Yumi couldn't help but continue to stare at her, at this woman's beauty, not realising the woman in question was also going through similar emotions.
The young girl had initially declined Yumi's offer of help because she believed she had been at fault for the accident. She had been running while looking for her companion who had apparently come to this store. She continued to decline the girl till she finally looked up and saw the kind and beautiful woman who continued to look at her with worry in her eyes.
"Uh…please it's fine there's no need…it was my fault" She hurriedly said as she continued to gaze at Yumi.
"Please…let me help…I feel bad for causing this mess" Yumi replied eager to help the girl who she had knocked into.
Eventually the girl accepted Yumi's offer but only so she could spend more time with this woman who was so beautiful yet so very kind to her, she couldn't deny that she was intrigued by this woman.
Yumi knelt down and searched for the girls missing items. The young girl followed suit as they searched nearby areas where her items could have fallen to. The young girl continued to steal looks at the slightly older girl. She wanted to talk to her but was so nervous that she decided against it.
Wow, she's very beautiful…
Yet she is so kind at the same time…
That's incredibly rare…
I wonder what her name is.
Eventually the two managed to collect all of the younger girl's items and put them back in the carrier bag that she was carrying. Yumi thoughtfully double bagged it making sure the bag would not break since there were a lot of items in there. The young girl continued to blush at her thoughtfulness and thanked her repeatedly.
This scene between the two didn't go unnoticed by Sachiko who continued to stare at the pair. Her eyes widened as the young girl accidently brushed her hand across her Petite Soeur's hand when they were searching on the floor. Sachiko was overcome with a feeling of anger as she watched the pair converse like they were old friends.
Who the hell does that girl think she is…?
Take your hands away from her…
You have no right to touch her…
Only I should be allowed to touch her like that.
Sachiko was far too angry to realise how childish she was being. She was jealous of the young girl and wanted her to leave as soon as possible so that her Petite Soeur could be left alone. Sachiko was seriously contemplating walking over to Yumi grabbing her and pulling her away from the girl. She didn't like how the young girl looked at Yumi, it unsettled her.
Her thoughts were disrupted however when she saw a slightly older woman walk towards the pair. Sachiko continued to watch as the woman got closer and closer.
What now…?
Who is she…?
Can't they just leave us alone?
Sachiko thought that this woman must be slightly older than the pair and perhaps a year older than herself but that may have been due to her incredibly long silver hair which reached her hips. This woman also had bright amber eyes which complimented her beautiful face well.
This woman approached the pair and was welcomed happily by the younger girl who embraced her in a tender hug. She had obviously been missing this woman who ever she was. Yumi continued to look at the pair as they looked deeply and lovingly into each other's eyes.
Wow…
They sure are beautiful together, aren't they?
Yumi already liked the pair who seemed kind and approachable so she began to open the conversation. She was slightly nervous so she began the conversation with another apology to the younger woman.
The young woman once again replied saying "Please…there's no need to apologize…like I said before I was being clumsy…it's my fault".
The older woman looked at Yumi who anxiously looked back at her. The intensity of this woman's stare was beginning to make her fidget and become even more nervous. The older woman finally spoke and said "It's no problem…I'm afraid my friend here often causes these sorts of accidents" the woman looked back at the younger woman smiling at her embarrassed look.
The conversation continued as Yumi began to relax a little. The pair across were happy to talk to Yumi and they even seemed happy for the chance to talk to her as both praised and complemented her on her kind attitude and occasionally on her undeniable cuteness. Yumi blushed often as they complemented her but was grateful for their charming tone.
"Are you here on holiday then…I don't believe I've seen you around here before" Yumi asked as she looked at the pair who had locked arms as they continued to talk to Yumi.
"Um…not exactly…it's difficult to explain but we just came from our school a few days ago and ended up visiting Tokyo" the older woman replied as she stole glances at the younger girl beside her as the two giggled remembering why and how they ended up in Tokyo.
Yumi saw an opening to continue the conversation. She didn't know why but she wanted to know more about the pair. There was something about them that made Yumi want to open up and learn about their lives.
"So…you came here from school? What school do you attend?" Yumi asked as she continued to gaze at the two who seemed to be in a world of their own as they continued to stare into each other's eyes with love and affection.
"St Miator's Academy…although I recently graduated a couple of days ago…I used to be the Etoile of the school in fact but my friend here is still a member of the academy" The older replied again this time focusing her attention on the young girl before her.
There was something about this girl, she thought, as she looked and studied Yumi. Something made her think that besides her obvious beauty there was a kind open heart which was waiting to be found by someone, someone special. She instantly decided she liked this young woman but she still only had eyes for the woman that was nestled into her side.
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Sachiko finally paid for all her clothes and rushed to Yumi's side. She looked back at the pair who we're watching her with evident curiosity. Sachiko attempted to warmly greet Yumi's newest acquaintances while trying to hide her strong feelings of jealousy and anger from the pair.
The pair returned the greeting and continued to look at Yumi and Sachiko. The younger girl couldn't help but feel like these two were made for each other and there was clearly, in her mind, something between them. The older woman also acknowledged this and watched them intently. They were very beautiful in fact more beautiful than any pair they had ever seen before.
Yumi suddenly realised that introductions hadn't been made and silently berated herself for her questionable behaviour.
"Oh…this is Ogasawara Sachiko my Onee-Sama and I am Fukuzawa Yumi" Yumi hurriedly introduced herself and her Onee-Sama. Sachiko began to blush terribly when she heard Yumi introduce her by her full name and moved her hand towards Yumi's as she embraced her hand with Yumi quickly following suit.
The younger girl once again looked at the pair as they held hands. She knew there was something between them but continued to look at Yumi and was consulting herself in deep thought.
I knew it…
Her name's Yumi…
It suits her, Yumi means beauty after all…
It really does suit her...
While Sachiko means child of happiness…
Well she certainly seems happy around Yumi…
I'm very happy for them.
The older woman also noticed Sachiko and Yumi holding hands as they looked deeply into each other's eyes and couldn't help but feel happy for the pair. They were obviously made for each other.
She realised that they hadn't made introductions either and calmly introduced themselves "Pleasure to meet you both…my name is Hanazono Shizuma…and this is my girlfriend Nagisa Aoi".
Yumi quickly looked up at the pair. She looked from one to the other finally understanding the bond between the two.
Girlfriend…
They're in love…
Aww…that's so amazing.
Yumi was actually rather surprised that they had been so open about their relationship towards complete strangers but couldn't help but feel elated at finding out they were in love.
To Yumi it didn't matter who you loved as long as you loved each other from the bottom of your heart whether it was straight or gay it didn't matter to Yumi.
Yumi was very happy for the young girl known as Nagisa. She felt a kind caring air around the young girl and was happy that such an amazing person could find love with the person that she idolised and had that love returned to her in equal measure.
Sachiko continued to stare at the pair. They had just openly declared their love for one another and she wasn't appalled or even shocked in the least. If anything she was hopeful.
They're in love…
They're happy…
That's what I want…
That was when Sachiko finally realised her true feelings for Yumi as she stared at the pair in front of her she finally realised her true feelings for her Petite Soeur.
Yumi…
I want you…
My feelings are far from sisterly but also far from lust…
I love you, Yumi…
I'm in Love with you.
Sachiko wanted Yumi the same way Nagisa and Shizuma had each other. She wanted Yumi to be her girlfriend and eventually, if she was allowed, her lover. Sachiko's mind was finally cleared after months of confusion. The air had cleared and all she saw in her present and future was Yumi.
Sachiko looked down at her Petite Soeur who continued to gaze open mouthed but noticeably happier as she congratulated the pair on finding true love. Sachiko was overwhelmed by more feelings of love as she watched Yumi hug the younger girl. Yumi was jumping up and down excitedly asking her what it felt like to find the person she loved.
So Yumi isn't afraid of such things…
She's open to that kind of relationship…
I'm thankful that she's open minded rather than closed off…
But even if she is open to that relationship…
It doesn't mean she would be open to it with me.
Sachiko knew many people would look down and criticize the relationship between Nagisa and Shizuma but those were ignorant people who couldn't comprehend what love really meant.
Love was about giving yourself over to somebody. About giving your heart, soul, mind and body to the person you loved the most in your heart, to a person who would not only treasure those gifts but return those feelings of love.
That's what love is. Love wasn't determined by gender like some closed minded people thought. Love was more than that it was eternal and could battle any storm that was thrown at it. As long as they still had each other their love would never lessen, never disappear.
Sachiko continued to think as she watched Yumi conversing with the two who seemed incredibly happy that Yumi was so open and kind to them.
I knew my feelings for Yumi were never sisterly...
I've been lying to myself for so long…
Something drew me towards her…towards Yumi...
I willingly parted with my Rosary when I intended to keep it for the rest of my life...
I never thought anyone would be worthy of such a thing…
And I was right nobody was worthy of my Onee-Sama's rosary, except you…
Except you Yumi…It was always you.
Sachiko looked again at Yumi as she held both of the pair's hands and jumped merely as they told her of how they met and when they shared their first kiss. The pair couldn't believe Yumi was so kind and open. They never cared for anyone's opinion before but when they heard Yumi talk so happily about it they couldn't help but open up to her.
Sachiko was beginning to over flow with feelings of love and affection for Yumi and missed her terribly even though they were a few feet from each other.
Yumi makes my life complete…
She made my life fun and utterly enjoyable…
She opened my eyes to a world of colour when all I saw was pain and misery…
She brought light into my life when I was engulfed by darkness…
Yumi comforted me when I was suffering…
Helped me and stuck with me even when I hurt her terribly…
It was always Yumi…
There was never and could never be anyone else…
I love Yumi…
I am in love with Yumi.
Sachiko looked back at Yumi and felt the love she had fought, for so long, wash over her. She watched as Yumi smiled, laughed and eventually bid farewell to the loving couple who smiled back at her as they left the store.
Sachiko knew in that moment what she wanted, no what she needed. She needed what Nagisa and Shizuma had. She wanted to love and be loved by the person who meant more to her than anyone else in this world, her family included.
She wanted Yumi's love and no one else's she cared not for anyone but Yumi and whatever Yumi cared about she would care about too.
Sachiko looked into the soft brown eyes which glistened with delight at seeing her Onee-Sama waiting for her arms out stretched. Yumi ran into Sachiko's embrace as Sachiko tightened her grip on Yumi never wanting this feeling to leave her, never wanting Yumi to leave her.
Yumi looked up at her Onee-Sama and released herself from Sachiko's hold. Yumi took Sachiko by the hand and said "Shall we go…I'm starving" Yumi smiled widely at her Onee-Sama oblivious to Sachiko's sudden realisation which was clearly written on her face. Clear to everyone but the idol of her affection, Yumi.
Yumi led a smiling and warm hearted Sachiko to the restaurant. Sachiko willingly allowed herself to be led there as she put her hand in her pocket and took out a photo of her kissing Yumi's cheek. The picture carried more weight than ever before and Sachiko wanted not only to kiss Yumi again but kiss her entire body.
All I want in this world is you, Yumi…
No all I need in this world is you, Yumi…
I will move heaven and earth to give you what you want…to make you happy.
Sachiko looked back up in the direction of Yumi who had turned to look back at her. Yumi smiled at her with a warm affectionate smile as they ran towards the restaurant not a care in the world for the surprised onlookers who found the scene strange no doubt.
Sachiko realised that today was the day their lives would change for ever.
Oh Yumi…
You are such an unexpected surprise…
My love…
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Author's notes: So there you have it Chapter 2 is now complete. I hope you all enjoyed it because I found great joy in writing and editing it even though it took me a little longer than initially anticipated due to university and voluntary work.
I wonder how many people figured out the Unexpected Surprise. There were many unexpected surprises but the main one was of course Nagisa and Shizuma's appearance in this story. However I must inform you all this will be the last time you will see them in my story. Nor will any other unrelated characters from Maria Sama Ga Miteru show up.
The hints by the way to this unexpected surprise were in A New Beginning Part 3 where I wrote "Feel like strawberries" in the author's notes and in the author's notes for An Unexpected Surprise Part 3 where it said "Panic". If you put those together you would realise I was referring to Strawberry Panic.
Please leave a review, suggestion or even criticism. I very much like looking at the reviews and personal messages because they are very helpful, informative and lift my often negative mood.
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Now onto one of my favourite chapter's, Chapter 3 which I love very much because I feel it's a strong story although whether my writing can bring it to life is another question entirely.
Chapter 3 is called The Water Resort Park and I will start writing it soon for now it's time to say Gokigenyou for the time being as I head straight back into Uni life.
I would also like to thank my incredible beta reader HeavyTeaDrinker who managed to make this story better than I could possibly hope. So please praise her as much as you praise me because she has been fantastic help.