Chapter 7
A Chance Encounter
So here's the next chapter! Hope you guys enjoy.
Note: italicized sentences indicate thoughts and or memories.
Last Chapter
As Rain finished thinking these thoughts a shadowy figure walked towards her. She waved and began walking towards the figure but stopped when she realized the person in front of her wasn't Chibodee.
Now
Rain was stunned for a moment, but quickly regained her composure and walked towards Nastasha. The green haired beauty took a look at Rain's outfit and raised a brow.
"Looks like you're going out on a date with Domon tonight."
"Actually no I'm going out with Chibodee tonight; he invited me to the festival."
Nastasha kept eyeing Rain and was actually a bit shocked at what she had just heard but kept any expression off her face. Hmm I wonder if Rain and Domon had a fight. Though I shouldn't concern myself with her business I don't like the idea of her spending any time with Chibodee.
"Actually Rain the reason why I came tonight was because I wanted to invite you and Domon to join Argo and I to the festival but it seems Domon isn't here is he?"
"No he's been training this whole time."
Nastasha tsked while slightly moving her head from side to side. She felt sorry for Rain, Domon who had declared his love to this girl hardly spent any time with her. At this rate if he keeps it up, he might just end up losing her.
Rain jumped a bit when she heard someone with a low masculine voice clear their throat. Throughout the girl's whole conversation Rain had failed to notice Argo who had been standing behind Nastasha the whole time. How did I not notice him thought Rain.
"Well," said Argo and his low yet deep voice, "Since you're going with Chibodee why not make it a double date? That is if you guys don't mind joining us."
As those words came out of Argos mouth Nastasha shook her head in an agreeing manner. This way I can keep an eye on her. Rain pondered this for a moment but in the end agreed though she was a bit worried Chibodee might not like the idea. Just as Rain finished agreeing Chibodee strolled in.
"Hey Argo hey Nastasha," said Chibodee. Yet when he finished greeting Nastasha he had to do a double take. Tonight Nastasha was wearing a dark green tube top which was really tight at the top yet as it came down it was loose and the most shocking part was that it revealed her midriff, which was toned and you could see nice abs. She was also wearing a low waist tight black skirt that reached her at mid-thigh and knee length heeled boots. Chibodee had to pry his eyes from her body with much difficulty but didn't want to experience being K.O again. When he turned to Rain his breath caught in his throat. Though Nastasha was what you would call a sexy beauty Rain was an innocent, pure looking beauty; the typed that could heal you with just a touch, which in some instances during the Gundam fight she had. Her pretty beige dress that also reached her mid-thigh with her knee length boots made his heart slightly skip a beat, but that wasn't what made him loose his mind though it might sound stupid to some he actually liked her shoulders being exposed. Though the dress did have sleeves it actually had a cut that revealed her shoulders the sleeves had been kept in place by a spaghetti strap. My god what is it today with these two. How could they expose so much skin. Though I'm used to seeing Rain's legs exposed, today since she is wearing knee length boots I can't admire them, but I guess I'll just be content with seeing her shoulders which are really sexy.
"So Rain are you ready to go?"
"Yes, but I also agreed to go with Nastasha and Argo since they invited us to go as a group.
Chibodee was slightly disappointed with the news but tried to keep his expression neutral.
"Well if you two are ready to go," said Nastasha, "Let's leave so we don't miss a thing."
Domon POV
"It's late." I tell Allenby as I check the time which read 8:05. "If you still want to go to the festival we should leave now."
I watched as she slowly got up from the ground her clothing covered in dirt while her face was sweaty. Hmm if she looks like that then I must look even worse.
"Domon I'm going to go home and take a shower how about I meet you at the festival by the entrance?"
"ok"
As I walked back to the boat house Rain's face suddenly popped in my mind so I came to a halt. I wonder what's wrong could it be that she's in danger. As that last word crossed my mind I ran to the boat house almost crashing into Hoy.
"Hey Hoy have you seen Rain."
"I saw her leave with Nastasha about 10 minutes ago."
Hearing that I calmed down and thanked Hoy for the information as I began to make my way to the bathroom. Stripping of my dirty clothes I stepped into the warm water which pounded onto my body and helped uncoiled my tense muscles. After I finished washing I went to the room and put on the usual minus the red cape which Rain had yet to return.
My hair went back to its messy self and as I finished dressing I felt a bit naked without my cape. Having to look at myself in the mirror just wearing my green sleeve shirt under a white jacket and my dark blue jeans with my brown shoes, the two small comforts I had was the red ribbon tied around my head and the red fingerless gloves I had on. Once I was finished I left the boat and went on to meet Allenby at the front entrance.
I must say I was a bit shocked when I saw her. Instead of her usual attire she had on a light blue V-neck shirt that matched her hair color but it didn't cover her entire body, for she was showing her midriff she was also wearing low waist dark blue jeans and black converse. On top of the V-neck she was had on a denim jacket.
"Alright Domon lets go in and join the fun."
RAIN POV
The night air was cool and crisp perfect for a spring night. The wind that blew also brought with it the different fragrance of food from the different stall vendors. The festival was quite big with colorful lights everywhere and dancers dancing on a stage. Their where also fire twirlers and people that could shape balloons into different animals.
Argo and Nastasha where walking a few steps ahead of us when they stopped at a stall that was selling funnel cakes. Argo and Nastasha each got their own while Chibodee and I spilt on together. It was sweet and delicious we continued to walk on when a group of small children bumped into Argo and Nastasha. Nastasha lost her balanced but Argo caught her by the arm and helped steady her. Once he removed his hands the little kids oooohhhh and aaawww.
"Miss aren't you going to kiss your boyfriend for helping you?" asked a small girl, because of this comment the children began to chant kiss kiss kiss kiss over and over again.
To my surprise Nastasha actually blushed but got it under control after a few seconds and began yelling at the kids.
"Watch where you're going and get out of our way now!"
"Did we hurt your feelings old lady?" asked an older boy of about ten. The rest of the children began calling her old lady as well and Nastasha was about to crack when she felt Argo push her from behind so that she began walking leaving the children behind. Nastasha turned around abruptly and was about to go off on Argo when he sudden kissed her on the cheek and whispered to her ear "Your very sexy tonight so don't mind those children."
He stood back to his full height and Nastasha turned around as well and kept walking with a slight blush adorning her cheeks. While Chibodee and I watched this whole scene unfold two different reactions came out. While I was slightly worried at first that Nastasha might pick a fight with the kids I calmed down a bit when Argo moved her out than I was surprised when I saw Argo kiss her cheek. Chibodee on the other hand was full out laughing. He had both hands over his stomach and was bending backwards eyes closed with a few tears running down his face. Since he was laughing so hard he missed the kissed. As I looked at him laughing I rolled my eyes but liked that he was having so much fun. I mean at least one of us should have fun. Well since I am here I should also try to enjoy myself and stop thinking about Domon. With that thought I let myself loosen up and tried to enjoy the night. The darker it got the crowded it became and soon there where to many people that I got shoved and pushed around. Chibodee did a good job protecting me most of the time put where were still moved around a bit. I was beginning to lose sight of Nastasha and Argo so I walked a bit faster when someone bumped into me making me lose balance. As I began to fall to muscular hands grabbed me by the waist and straightened me out.
"Are you alright?" asked Chibodee his hands still on my hips.
Domon POV
While Allenby and I walked through the festival we mostly kept closed to the food stalls. Hamburger stands, hot dog stands, nacho stands, barbeque stands, and many more. There were also sum Japanese and Chinese stands I saw people selling steamed and fried dumplings, fish cakes, pho and other foods as well. After we finished eating we continued to walk around when I saw Argo and Nastasha. I began walking towards them Allenby close behind when I abruptly stopped causing her to almost crash into me. I saw Rain when I guy bumped into her causing her to fall, but then two hands grabbed her by the waist and steady her. I looked to see whose those hands belonged to and wasn't that surprised to see that they belonged to Chibodee, but I was surprised to feel really upset so much that if I didn't have all the self-control I had now I would have walked up to them and pull Rain away from him. As it was I remained locked in place.
Normal POV
Nastasha was surprised to see Domon at the festival and even more surprised to see Allenby with him that she raised a brow. She continued to look at Domon when she noticed him looking behind her. He must have seen Rain. When Nastasha turned around she almost ran up to Chibodee and would have punched him if Argo hadn't grabbed her.
"It's not what you think," Argo calmly told her. He then explained to her how Rain almost fell and Chibodee only helped steady her.
"Well he didn't have to put his hands around her waist now did he." Nastasha exclaimed with a huff then she realized something. Domon had also seen this which was why he had suddenly stopped."
"Are you okay?" asked Chibodee
"Yes I'm fine now thank you Chibodee."
Rain was slightly uncomfortable with her current position. Chibodee face was close to hers and his hands where still around her waist. Just than as if he too seemed to notice how they were Chibodee let go of her waist and backed up a step. Rain exhaled a sigh of relief and turned around to look for Argo and Nastasha when she saw Domon staring at her, Allenby by his side. At first Rain was shocked and hoped that Domon hadn't witnessed her and Chibodee in that predicament, but then her heart began to hurt and she had a little trouble breathing. She was hurt to see Domon there with Allenby.
Nastasha assessing the situation decided to play it cool and walked up to Rain and Chibodee.
"Are you okay?" she asked no bothering to look at Chibodee
"Yes I'm fine thanks to Chibodee." Rain replied moving her attention from Domon to Nastasha.
Allenby pushed by Domon and began to walk towards the group. Since she had her attention focused on Domon's back from when he stopped so suddenly she had missed the interaction between Rain and Chibodee.
"Hey guys." She said and a cheery voiced.
"Hey Allenby," Rain and Chibodee both said in union. While Argo and Nastasha just nodded. Finally Domon's legs began to work and he walked up to the group as well.
Chibodee as always noticed Allenby's attire and complimented her on it, and as most girls well besides the gals Allenby just rolled her eyes.
After that both Domon and Allenby noticed Nastasha and Rain's attire. Both had something that wasn't there usual one. Nastasha outfit was wow and Allenby had a hard time because she couldn't stop staring Domon on the other hand just gave her a quick glance shook his head and turned to Rain. Unlike the other two girls Rain wasn't showing as much but you could see a bit of skin here and there. He also noticed that her hair had grown a bit since it looked like she had straightened it out and it now reached her shoulders. When Allenby finished staring at Nastasha she turned to Rain.
"Rain you look so beautiful tonight that dress really looks good on you."
"Thanks Allenby." Rain said with a small smile.
"I also want to thank you for saving me during the Gundam tournament I haven't been able to thank you since I haven't been able to talk to you so thanks."
"Your welcome, I only did the right thing and that was to save a patient."
"Okay since everyone has gathered why not see the firework display together," said Chibodee.
Everyone agreed, well except for Domon he didn't say anything, and looked for a good spot. Once they found it everyone stared at the fireworks display. Green, purple, red, blue, orange, and golden colors exploded into the night sky. They also formed different shapes such as stars and circles some even broke up and headed into different directions one after another. Thought out the whole display Domon had he's eyes on Rain. She no longer seems sad she seems really happy right now. It bothered Domon a bit that she had fun with the others but not with him.
After the show was over they said their goodbyes and Domon and Rain silently walked back to the boat. Domon walked ahead of Rain, so she stared at his back with a hurtful expression that he could not see. I want to walk beside him and hold his hand. He didn't even say anything about my outfit. I mean he has no right to be mad seeing as he spends all his time either training alone or with Allenby.
"Hey Rain." Domon said.
Rain didn't answer but continued walking slowly trailing behind him.
Since she didn't respond Domon stopped and turned around to look at her. Rain stopped as well and looked up to see his deep brown eyes. The gently night breeze brought in by the sea gently blew through their hair.
Domon didn't know what to say next he wanted to ask is she was happy and if she had a good time but he was anxious. If she said yes he thought that meant she enjoyed spending time with Chibodee more than she did with him. Before he could ask his question Rain spoke.
"Domon remember when I told you I wanted to ask you something but when we were both alone?" "Well I want to ask you know do you really love me."
Ohhhhh cliff hanger yes im cruel enough to leave it at that so please Review so that I update the next chapter quickly. Made it a bit longer hoped you enjoyed also thanks to StraightedgeWingZero for offering some ideas hoped you enjoy Nastasha awkward situation.
