Rin woke the next morning to what sounded like giggling from the direction of the kitchen and the powerful smell of food which had wafted up to his dorm room. Mind foggy from sleep Rin moved to check the time, only slightly surprised to see that it was just after eleven in the morning. As good of a time to get up as any, I guess. Dragging himself out of bed he noticed that his brother's bed was empty, as it usually was when Rin got up.
Stupid Yukio. Is he even capable of sleeping in? He wondered to himself. It seemed that Yukio was never around when Rin went to bed or woke up, appearing and disappearing at the most random times.
Not bothering to change out of his pajamas, which consisted of a navy t-shirt and grey shorts, Rin made his way downstairs. He stopped short just outside the doorway, out of sight of those inside, when he heard another chorus of giggles, and was clearly able to identify two voices.
No way! Is Sora talking to someone else?
His question was answered when he heard her ask while laughing, "Was Rin really afraid of the dark when you two were little?"
"I find that funny considering what he is now." He heard another, softer voice say. Shiemi?
"Demon or not, he was terrified. He used to ask our father to say a prayer over us to keep us safe." The calm voice of Yukio answered the two girls, who had dissolved into another fit of giggles.
Me being afraid of the dark really isn't that funny. What else has he been telling them?! He thought, suddenly panicked. With that thought, he rounded the corner he was hiding behind to be met with three pairs of eyes. Noting that everyone else still in their pajamas, he walked to stand beside the table they were seated at.
"There you are Rin. I was wondering when you were going to come in." Yukio stated, taking a sip of what Rin assumed was coffee from the cup he was holding.
"Yukio was just telling us stories from when you were children while we waited for you." Shiemi said sweetly. "Sora invited me over for breakfast. But we didn't want to start without you."
At that Rin took notice of the immense amount of food that was splayed over one of the tables. It was a beautiful sight, and his mouth began to water just looking at it. Every breakfast food imaginable, it seemed, was there. Pancakes, french toast, eggs (scrambled and sunny-side up), bacon, and an assortment of fruit sat before him.
"Where did all this come from?" he asked incredulous. "I hope I didn't keep you waiting long." He quickly added.
Sora blushed. "Not long. Shiemi only got here about half an hour ago." She said. "I thought it would be a nice treat after working so hard in cram school. Plus, I wanted to thank you for the pie you made last night, as well as, um the other things." Sora kind of drifted off at the end of her sentence.
Rin blushed, catching on to what she was referencing. So that hadn't been a dream. "It was nothing." At Sora's slightly saddened face he backtracked, "I mean the pie was nothing. I love to cook, it's one of the few things I'm actually good at. The 'other things' were defiantly something." he said laughing nervously. Yukio and Shiemi looked between the pair, confused, before shrugging and starting to stack food on their plates.
Rin, still blushing furiously, and still curious about why Sora was talking to Yukoi and Shiemi, decided to put those things to the back of his mind and dig in.
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When everyone was sated, Shiemi spoke up. "So, Sora, what was this plan you wanted to tell me about?"
Sora went wide-eyed, as if having forgotten something, before focusing on Shiemi and smiling broadly. "Oh! I was thinking that the four of us could spend the day together and do something fun since we have the day off from exorcist training. What do you think?"
Shiemi's face instantly brightened even more form its usual smile. "That sounds wonderful!" she said excitedly, Rin agreeing with her. "What did you have in mind?"
Sora's face adopted a sheepish expression. "I hadn't thought that far ahead. Is there something in particular you would like to do?" she said opening up to suggestions.
Shiemi and Rin thought hard for a moment before Shiemi got an idea. "I know! How about we go back to that amusement park? Rin promised that we could go back when we weren't working." This statement earned Rin a raised eyebrow and Rin gulped. He'd have to explain that one later. Fortunately, Sora's curiosity won out.
"What amusement park?"
"Mephyland, owned by Mephisto, of course." Yukio decided to speak up. "We went to investigate a ghost sighting there and ended up fighting Amaimon, a high class demon, King of Earth. Well, Rin did, and got his butt kicked in the process." Rin fired a glare at his brother, but was ignored as Yukio continued, "I had heard that they recently reopened it."
Shiemi, who seemed overjoyed, clapped and jumped up, "let's go." She shouted enthusiastically. Her mood seemed contagious and soon Rin and Sora were just as excited for a day at the amusement park. Their moment was briefly ruined by Yukio though.
"I will not be able to join you, I have too much to do today." He said, walking off. He didn't get far before Rin grabbed him and put him into a headlock.
"Oh no you don't," his brother growled, "You need a break, so you're coming with us whether you like it or not." Sora and Shiemi vehemently agreed and Yukio sighed in defeat.
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The group had quickly gone to change before leaving for the park, which was now brimming with people. Sora wore a pink tank top that went well with her hair, which was up in a loose ponytail, denim shorts, and black converse. Rin sported a simple black t-shirt and khaki shorts, while Yukio wore his typical uniform, minus the jacket. Shiemi, instead of returning to her home, had borrowed some of Sora's cloths. She now wore a bright green v-neck, denim shorts, and black sandals.
As soon as they had entered the park, Shiemi had grabbed Yukio's hand and took off, dragging him behind yelling protests, but blushing all the same. "I guess that leaves you and me." Rin said, causing Sora's face to turn a bright pink that matched her shirt, while she looked at the ground.
"How about we ride the roller coaster first?" Sora looked up, face bright, but not because she was blushing.
"Alright." She said eagerly, nodding. The two walked in silence for a few moments when Rin felt their hands bump. Seeing his chance, he tentatively took her hand in his. Sora gasped softly, but did not pull away. Rin smiled to himself.
"Hey Sora?" Rin said with a question in his voice. Sora looked up at him attentively. "Why is it that you decided to talk to Yukio and Shiemi?" Sora's eyes widened and she smiled softly.
"Before I came here, I was terrified of what I could do, even by accident." She said. Rin nodded. He knew that. "After I met you and got to know you, I saw how hard you worked to control your powers and how you never let them harm those whom you care about." It was Rin's turn to be surprised. "I decided I wanted to be like you, unafraid of my own abilities. I want to try harder to control my power. If that means talking, so be it."
I inspired someone? That was certainly a new feeling and it made him feel warm inside. Rin squeezed her hand in encouragement. "That's good." He smiled down at her. "And if you ever need any help, you can come to me." Sora smiled up at Rin gratefully.
The pair reached the roller coaster. "Ready to have some fun?" Rin asked Sora mischievously. Sora nodded.
"Let's go."
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It was getting late and Sora and Rin had done almost everything there was to do in the park. As they ran around, they passed Shiemi and Yukio, who looked like he was having fun despite himself. They only stopped briefly to say hello before one of the pairs ran off again, having spotted something new to do. Rin smiled the whole time, thoroughly enjoying himself, and it seemed, never letting go of Sora's hand.
The only thing left to ride was the ferris wheel, and the two walked toward quickly. The sun had already stared to set and Rin couldn't help but think of how romantic everything was as he climbed into the seat with Sora, who hadn't lost the brightness in her eyes all day.
They had only gone around a couple time when the wheel stopped…with them at the top. Once again Rin was struck with how romantic this was and looked down at the hand that was still joined with Sora's.
Now or never.
"Sora?" he called. When she turned, he met her lips with a soft kiss, which was easily returned.
"Rin." She whispered his name when they parted. And when he opened his eyes he was met with her stunning silver orbs looking back at him. They left him breathless for a moment before he gathered the courage to speak what was on his mind.
"Sora…" he trailed off, then quickly blurted, "Will you be my girlfriend?" Rin clapped his hands over his mouth. Sora giggled and pulled his hands down to hold them in her own.
She leaned in and kissed him again. "Yes," was the barest whisper of an answer, but Rin heard it all the same.
The couple exited the ferris wheel soon after and went to meet Shiemi and Yukio at the gate. They were already waiting. It was when they weren't far off that both of them noticed that Yukio ad Shiemi were still holding hands, despite the fact that Shiemi was no longer pulling Yukio around, and gave each other a knowing look.
Rin smiled again. It had been a perfect day, for everyone.
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I had to have a little fun with the cute stuff before I get serious again. I hope you liked it! ^_^
