Lies and Secrets: A New Friend
Loud groaning was heard from the blonde as he sat in the quiet classroom in detention which was postponed to Friday. Next to him was the one and only Tsubomi Kido. She wore a purple sweater and her hoodie hid her sleeping face. The teacher silenced him and went back to grading papers. Shuuya puffed out his cheeks.
He stared at Tsubomi. Her hand supported her head as she slept. Either the teacher noticed her sleeping and didn't care or he didn't notice. Shuuya gazed at her. He watched her as the light from the sunset slightly brightened the room but there was enough light to support her beauty.
Shuuya secretly thought that Tsubomi was both adorable and beautiful but he never said anything. Probably he's just too shy to say it or that he's scared of getting punch. Even though they met only a few days ago he was already attracted to her but not like how he flirts with a cute girl but more like actual feelings. The way her hair caressed her face, the way she smiled, her sparkling eyes, it all captivated him. Though he wouldn't admit it out loud.
Deep down he knew that he had met her before. A long time ago when he was a child. He couldn't remember it exactly but he did remember seeing a girl with green hair, black eyes, a red scarf, and a beautiful smile. He remembered receiving a red scarf due to him freezing in the cold weather. He still had the scarf but it's just worn out.
Shuuya checked the time on his watch. He smiled as he realized that they only had a few minutes of detention left. He was extremely bored and tired of the silence though he didn't mind it if it meant being with Tsubomi. It wasn't just her beauty that caught his attention but it was also her personality. She's just a shy person who's not used to being surrounded by others who care about her.
He smiled a bit and sighed. "She's so cute," he thought as he gazed at her.
"Alright detention is over. You two better be gone when I come back," the teacher growled and stood up, walking out of the classroom.
"Wow he must hate us. whatever, I don't care," Shuuya shrugged and glanced at Tsubomi. She was still asleep. He chuckled and poked her shoulder. "Tsubomi~ wake up," he spoke gently but she didn't show any signs of waking up. He puffed out his cheeks. "Tsubomi! Wake up!" He spoke a little louder.
Tsubomi groaned and opened her eyes. "What?!" She snapped.
Shuuya flinched but smiled sheepishly. "We can go now."
"Really? Alright," Tsubomi rubbed her eyes as she tried to wake herself up.
"You seem seriously tired today," Shuuya said. He crouched down and rested his chin on her desk. "You ok?" He asked.
"Yeah, just tired. I didn't really sleep last night," Tsubomi said.
"Why?"
"I just couldn't sleep."
"Why?"
"I have insomnia..."
"Oh..." Shuuya went silent for a moment. He wanted her to be well rested but he didn't want her to go home yet. Anyways they were going to meet Kousuke at the library to finish their project. He thought for a moment then smiled. "How about I carry you on my back while we go meet up with Kousuke."
"Eh?! No. I can walk myself," Tsubomi blushed lightly at the thought of him carrying her.
"But you should rest. You can sleep while I carry you," Shuuya said.
"No! I'm fine," Tsubomi shook her head.
"Well then I guess I'll have to carry you bridal style~" Shuuya smirked.
"Never!"
"Well then I'll carry you on my back," Shuuya was still smirking.
"...I have no choice, do I?" Tsubomi asked.
"Nope," Shuuya shook his head.
Tsubomi sighed. "Fine," Shuuya smiled and got in position so she can get on his back.
"I'm sure you're not that heavy anyways," Shuuya said. Tsubomi reluctantly got on his back. Her face was as red as a tomato. Shuuya stood up, carrying her on his back. "Wow I was right. You're not that heavy," he chuckled.
"Just shut up and start walking," Tsubomi muttered. She was glad that he couldn't see her red face. Shuuya chuckled and started walking. As he walked while carrying her on his back, Tsubomi was too busy feeling embarrassed to fall asleep. Her arms were somewhat wrapped around him so she held onto him and she rested the side of her face on him. Her face was still red but it wasn't as red as before. His back was warm and there was a faint scent on him that she couldn't help but like.
"Are you awake?" Shuuya's voice broke her trance.
"Huh, yeah," Tsubomi replied.
"Why? You're supposed to be asleep," Shuuya said.
"I'm too embarrassed to sleep."
"Come on you know you're enjoying this," Shuuya smirked.
"I would hit you but you might drop me," Tsubomi sighed.
"Well then I'll stop teasing you," Shuuya laughed a bit. The two were silent once again but it was a comfortable silence. The sky was a tangerine color and the breeze felt nice. It was quiet and not many people were outside. It was nice. Tsubomi could feel herself slowly doze off. Her eyes closed, her breathing steadied, and she fell asleep.
Once again she could see her mother though her mother face was not clear. She could see the beautiful soft hair, she could hear her gentle voice, and the only part of her face that was clear was her tender smile. She could hear her mother speaking. Saying words that she hasn't heard in such a long time. Those words were only said by her mother.
"I Love You, Tsubomi."
Once her life changed, Tsubomi never heard those words ever again. She wished to be told those words. She wished to be noticed. She wished to be loved. She wished that she would no longer be a ghost to the world.
"...hey, wake up."
She could hear his voice. His gentle voice. The image of her mother faded and the image of him was visible. His hair, cat-like yellow eyes, his mischievous smile with a hint of happiness, and his voice. She could see him clearly.
"Tsubomi! Wake up!"
His voice was loud enough to wake her up. Her eyes opened and she slapped the back of his head.
"OW! WHAT WAS THAT FOR!" Shuuya yelled, wanting to rub the back of his head but he couldn't due to him carrying her.
"Sorry! I was startled and somewhat grumpy!" She apologised quickly. She felt guilty for hitting him hard.
"I-its alright. It wasn't that hard anyways," Shuuya assured. Hearing her apologise made him forget about the stinging pain on the back of his head.
"Alright...so why did you wake me up?" Tsubomi asked as she held onto him once again.
"Oh yeah, we're close to the library," Shuuya explained.
"I wonder if Kousuke is still waiting for us," Tsubomi pondered.
"I'm sure he is. That Disney Princess is too kind to ditch us," Shuuya assured and laughed.
"Disney Princess?" Tsubomi questioned.
"He talks to animals."
"Ah ok."
There was a moment of silence but then Shuuya spoke again. "You were mumbling in your sleep."
"I was?!"
"Yeah but it's nothing embarrassing."
"What did I say?!"
"Um...mother and you said my name," Shuuya smirked.
"Forget whatever you heard. Erase it from your memory. Never speak of this," Tsubomi warned.
"Ah I don't think so. The fact that you were dreaming about me is worth remembering~!"
Tsubomi blushed in embarrassment and tighten her grip on him.
"Don't make me choke you," she warned.
Shuuya gulped but still smiled. "Oh come on Tsubomi don't be like that!"
"Shut up!"
Shuuya laughed. "I won't saying anything to anyone. This is only between you and me, Tsubomi."
Tsubomi was about to say something but the laughter of Kousuke interrupted them. At the entrance of the library Kousuke was holding a small girl on his back. As Shuuya and Tsubomi went closer they could see that the two were laughing and chatting to their hearts content. Both Shuuya and Tsubomi were puzzled by the sight. Eventually they were face to face with them.
The two boys observed each other while the two girls hid their faces while peeking at each other. There was silence between the four teens as they stared at each other. The girl with Kousuke had pale skin, whitish cream color hair, and abnormal pink eyes. She was petite and could easily hide behind Kousuke. In Tsubomi's opinion, she thought she was adorable.
"So I see it has come to this," Kousuke broke the silence.
Shuuya smirked. "Well my girlfriend and I-OW!"
"I'm not your damn girlfriend!" Tsubomi yelled and slapped the back of his head.
"Ow. I was kidding!" Shuuya whined. "Anyways we were on our way back from detention. What are you doing?"
"Oh um I uh..." Kousuke's sentence trailed off as he blushed.
"You were on a date?" Shuuya asked with a smirk.
"W-What?! No! I just ran into a friend! That is all!" Kousuke shouted quickly.
Shuuya chuckled. Tsubomi glanced at the girl with Kousuke. Her pale face was completely red.
"oh guys! This is Mary! Mary these two are my friends Shuuya and Tsubomi!" Kousuke introduced them to each other with a smile on his face.
Mary poked her head out so both Shuuya and Tsubomi could see her face. "Hello... nice to meet you."
"Shuuya is nice once you get to know him," Kousuke informed and chuckled.
"In other words he's an ass, but you get used to it," Tsubomi added and smirked.
Mary tilted her head in confusion and Shuuya sighed but a smile was on his face.
"I hope you guys don't mind, Mary will be joining us," Kousuke smiled.
"I don't mind," Tsubomi shrugged.
"The more the merrier!" Shuuya added.
"You can put me down now, Shuuya," Tsubomi said.
Shuuya realised he was still carrying her but only smirked. "Nah I'd rather not."
"What? Put me down!" Tsubomi demanded.
"But I've gotten used to carrying you!"
"Put me down!"
"Oh come on! Mary let's Kousuke carry her!"
"Don't bring us into this!"
Tsubomi struggled to get down herself since she trued not to bring both of them to the ground. Shuuya only laughed while she struggled. Kousuke sighed. Mary was confused. Finally, Tsubomi gave up.
"I see you have given up," Shuuya smirked.
"Shut up," Tsubomi growled.
"Fine I'll put you down," Shuuya said but still had a mischievous grin.
"Finally!" Tsubomi sighed.
"In one condition!" Shuuya exclaimed.
"Damn it!" Tsubomi groaned.
"You have to kiss me~!"
"Never. In. Your. Damn. Life."
"Then I won't put you down!"
"Put me down, bastard!" Tsubomi demanded.
Shuuya shook his head. "Nope!"
"Are they always like this?" Mary questioned.
"Yeah. You get used to it," Kousuke sighed.
"I don't mind though...they seem fun," Mary managed a small smile.
Kousuke chuckled. "They are."
After fighting, Shuuya was rubbing the back of his head and Tsubomi was calmly sitting at a table with Mary, Kousuke, and Shuuya. All four of them sat at a table in the library.
"Did you really have to hit me?" Shuuya whined.
"Yes. You wouldn't put me down," Tsubomi replied.
"Let's just start working! I'll go get books!" Kousuke stood up but looked down at Mary. "Sorry that you have to stay with us."
Mary shook her head. "N-no its fine! I don't mind."
"Alright. I'll be right back," Kousuke then left and went to get books to aid them for their project.
"I am going to get books as well," Tsubomi stood up and started walking away.
"Baby don't go~!" Shuuya spoke in a sing-song manner.
"Too late," Tsubomi said as she walked away.
"Damn where is it?" Tsubomi muttered as she searched for a specific book. She was searching for a certain book to read but couldn't find it. In all honesty she's a bit of a bookworm. She scanned the titles of the books but she had no luck in finding the book.
"...Tsu-Tsubomi...?"
A timid voice startled Tsubomi and she quickly turned to face the owner of the voice. "Oh...Mary," she sighed.
"Did I startle you?" Mary asked, her pink eyes glistened and her hands were holding each other.
"Yeah. Though its fine," Tsubomi assured.
"I'm s-sorry!" Mary quickly said.
"Don't worry about it. So are you looking for a book too?" Tsubomi asked, looking down at the timid girl.
"Ah...um...I was just..." her sentence trailed off as she looked from side to side, gathering to courage to speak with Tsubomi. Her face started grow a shade a pink. "I didn't want...to be alone...with...Shuuya," Mary spoke as slowly and quietly as possible that Tsubomi had to crouch down a bit just to be close enough to hear her.
"Him? Why? Did he say something?" Tsubomi asked.
Mary nodded. "When I tried t-to speak to him, he m-made fun of me because my face was red. Also because of my height."
Tsubomi sighed. "He's just like that. Don't worry I'll make sure he'll be sorry. But in reality he's actually a nice guy. He just covers it by being an asshole. But overall don't worry about it," she managed a smile and ruffled her white hair.
Mary looked up at her with teary pink eyes and clung onto her. "Tsubomi! You're so kind!"
"Gah! M-Mary! Too tight!" Tsubomi tried to pry off the small girl.
Mary only held onto her tightly. "No! Just a little longer..."
Tsubomi sighed. Once Mary let go Tsubomi sighed in relief.
"Do you not like hugs?" Mary asked.
"Its not like that. I'm just not used to being hugged plus you did it out of no where and too tightly," Tsubomi explained.
"Ah! I'm sorry!"
"Don't worry about it."
Mary resisted the urge to apologize again. "Um Tsubomi?"
"Hm?"
"What book were you looking for?"
Tsubomi hesitated and blushed lightly in embarrassment. "Don't tell anyone but I was looking for Pride and Prejudice. I've been wanting to read it,"
Mary's eyes lit up. "I love that book! I could let you borrow it?"
"R-really?"
Mary nodded.
"A-Alright. Well we should probably head back to the table." Hearing that, Mary's smile faded.
"B-but...Shuuya..."
"Don't worry I'll deal with him," Tsubomi assured.
As they walked back to the table, Mary was holding onto Tsubomi's arm despite her words. Shuuya smiled when he saw the two.
"Tsubomi has returned with the kid," he chuckled.
Mary puffed out her cheeks. Tsubomi sighed and simply slapped the back of his head.
"Ow! What the hell Tsubomi?!"
"Stop making fun of Mary," Tsubomi placed a hand on her hip while Mary held onto her arm and stuck her tongue out childishly.
"Oh Tsubomi you're so motherly~!" Shuuya cooed.
"Shut up," Tsubomi demanded.
"Hey guys!" Kousuke returned to the group with a pile of books in his arms.
"Ah! Let me help!" Mary let go of Tsubomi and walked to Kousuke but tripped over her own feet and fell.
"M-Mary?! Are you alright?!" Both Kousuke and Tsubomi asked quickly.
"Ahahahaha! She tripped over her own feet! Priceless!" Shuuya laughed while holding his stomach.
Mary stayed on the floor to cover her red face. She felt embarrassed and covered herself with her long fluffy hair. Kousuke knelt next to her and Tsubomi crouched down. Both of them tried helping her up but Mary stayed on the floor wanting to crawl into a hole. Mary whimpered a bit.
"Mary, come on get up," Tsubomi urged.
Kousuke helped her up and sighed. "You have to be careful."
Mary rubbed her eyes as she tried not to shed tears. "I'm sorry. I'll be more careful next time."
"Ahahahahahaha! Priceless!" Shuuya laughed out loud.
Mary's face turned red and she puffed out her cheeks.
"Shut up, idiot!" Tsubomi growled and pinched his cheek.
Shuuya laughed painfully. "Ow! Ahaha that hurts, Tsubomi!"
"I'll let go once you stop laughing!" Tsubomi growled.
"Ok ok!" Shuuya tried to hold in his laughter.
Tsubomi let go of his cheek and sat down next to him.
"Ow that really hurt, Tsubomi," Shuuya whined as he rubbed his now red cheek.
"Is that so?" Tsubomi questioned and examined the books that Kousuke brought.
"Yes," Shuuya whimpered.
"What do you want me to do about it?" Tsubomi questioned.
"Kiss it," Shuuya smirked.
"Go die tragically," Tsubomi muttered.
"Meanie!" Shuuya said childishly.
"Let's just start working on our project!" Kousuke interrupted.
After two hours of working on their project, they were all tired of it.
"I'm brain dead!" Shuuya complained.
"Curse our teacher for this!" Tsubomi added.
"I'm sorry for having you put up with this, Mary," Kousuke apologized.
"I-it's alright, Kousuke," Mary assured. She was the only one who was perfectly fine.
"Let's call it a day," Shuuya announced.
"Agreed," both Tsubomi and Kousuke said.
"Let's go get something to eat!" Shuuya suggested.
"I guess I don't mind eating something," Tsubomi muttered.
"I am kinda hungry," Mary added.
"Let's go then," Kousuke smiled.
All four of them cleaned up the table by returning the books then walked out.
"So where are we going to eat?" Mary asked while holding onto Tsubomi's arm.
"Shuuya where are you taking us to?" Kousuke asked.
"You'll see~!" Shuuya smiled. He glanced at Tsubomi who didn't even bother to pry off Mary. Shuuya walked next Kousuke and whispered. "Hey, you jealous?"
"Jealous of what?"
"Mary is holding onto Tsubomi instead of you," Shuuya snickered.
"So what?"
"Wouldn't you prefer that she was holding onto to you instead of her."
Kousuke blushed. "Wh-what?!"
Shuuya laughed.
"Shuuya just tell us where we're going," Tsubomi demanded and glanced over her shoulder.
"No," Shuuya walked ahead and hooked arms with Tsubomi. "It's a secret."
"Don't touch me," Tsubomi warned.
"Too late," Shuuya smiled.
"I'll break your arm."
"How? You have that kid holding onto you."
"I have a name," Mary added.
"Do not underestimate me, Shuuya!" Tsubomi smirked.
"fine!" Shuuya held up his hands.
Tsubomi smiled, satisfied.
"We're here! "Shuuya held up his arms to reveal the fast food restaurant.
"It's just Mc. Donald's," Tsubomi raised an eyebrow.
"So what? They have good hamburgers!" Shuuya said.
"Whatever but you're paying for it," Tsubomi poked his chest then walked in with Mary following her.
"Wh-What!" Shuuya quickly yelled after hearing those words.
"Just deal with it Shuuya," Kousuke chuckled and patted his back.
After eating, they all headed home. Kousuke took Mary to her house while Shuuya took Tsubomi to her house.
"I can walk myself home, Shuuya," Tsubomi muttered.
"I cannot allow a beautiful maiden to walk home alone when danger lurks around every corner," Shuuya explained then winked at her.
Tsubomi blushed and looked away. "Whatever."
Once they arrived to her house Tsubomi started taking out her keys. "Well thanks for taking me home even though I didn't ask for it," she checked the time on her phone. "Shit! My dad is going to lecture me for coming home late," she turned around to face Shuuya but was then trapped when he placed his hands on the door. "Um Shuuya?" Tsubomi looked at him with a confused expression.
"Listen to me Tsubomi. If anything happens just call me. I promise that I will not allow you to shed a tear," Shuuya spoke in a serious tone.
"Shuuya..." Tsubomi's sentence trailed off as she was staring at his eyes. Shuuya started to lean closer to her. Suddenly her phone started ringing which startled her. She slammed her forehead against his and he moved away from her.
"Ow!" He held his forehead.
"S-sorry!" Tsubomi quickly apologized and checked the caller ID. It was her sister. "Listen you don't have to worry about me! I-I gotta go! Bye Shuuya!" She quickly went inside her house.
"Oh Tsubomi when will you allow me to help you," Shuuya chuckled.
Tsubomi leaned against the door as her face was red and she had her hand on her chest as she feel her heart beat quickly. "what was that...?" Tsubomi questioned herself.
"Tsubomi are you alright? Your face is red." Hearing her sister's voice made her jump.
"Y- Yeah! I'm fine!" Tsubomi quickly said.
Her sister raised an eyebrow at her but then shrugged it off. "Well father is upset that you're home late but he's busy right how so just go take a shower and go to your room. Oh and don't forget about the party tomorrow. Remember wear a dress and it starts at seven don't be late."
"Yeah yeah," Tsubomi walked to her room and closed the door. "I need a dress," she muttered. She took out her phone and called the first person that came to her mind.
"Uh Ayano? Yeah I uh think I need to borrow a dress."
A/ N: Yes! I finally finished this chapter! I hope you guys enjoyed this chapter! So I started writing a Spin-off of this story. It's called Safe Haven! It's Seto and Mary's Story! I hope you guys read it ant enjoy it.
