heatherful: I think I might switch back to my old name... -thinks-
Suu: What's this chapter for desu?
heatherful: Eh? Oh-oh-oh! It's Chapter 9 for From Hours To Minutes... I think tonight I'll try to work on a new chapter for Sibling Rivalry too... -daydreams-
Ikuto: -walks in- Yo.
Amu: Eh, hey.
Ikuto: What's up with heather-chan?
Ran: -sweat drops- She's in thought about the chapter...
Ikuto: -walks over- Yo.
heatherful: -oblivious-
Amu: Just leave her alone, she's out of it...
Ikuto: -angry- Tch, fine. -walks off to corner-
Miki: Well, looks like I'll do the disclaimer. Heather-chan (that's me! :D) doesn't own us or Shugo Chara, enjoy!
Chapter 9
More Music?
(Amu's POV)
I was about to walk out the door, and hesitated, looking back at Ikuto and Aisha. "Are you sure you don't want me to bring Aisha with me? I can bring her to the store with me..." Ikuto raised one eyebrow and walked towards me, pushing on my shoulder. "Go. I'll be fine for an hour." He smirked, and I sighed. "Hai..." I turned and slowly walked out of our apartment and down the stairs. I stepped outside into the light drizzle, and squinted up at the sky. I saw a taxi coming by, I was about to call out to them, but decided against it and began to walk the short distance to the store.
At the store
I slowly walked into the store, holding the small list in front of my face. I began walking through the store, and I heard many gasps. "What is everyone so shocked about?" Ran asked, confusion laced very thoroughly in her voice. I heard Lulu and Kira look at her incredulously, and then they started giggling.
"You really don't know? Amu was famous nya! People are excited to see a real live celebrity nya!" Kira shouted excitedly, and Suu looked confused. I sighed loudly, "I'm not a celebrity anymore, I quit being a singer remember you guys?" I whispered as I grabbed a shopping cart and began walking through the store, grabbing what I needed.
"But you were famous, that's what gets them so excited. Amu wasn't like other celebrities. She always came to the store or any other public place, but then stupid manager-san made her stay indoors when she wasn't performing." Lulu growled as she told Ran, Miki, and Suu about the times they weren't here. I saw this little blond haired girl, maybe around six or seven come up to me then, and she reached up and grabbed my shirt. I turned and looked down at her excited expression. "Wow! It really is Hinamori Amu! I can really see her! So great!" She said excitedly, and I smiled gently.
Ami... I thought as I squatted down to be at her height. "Amazing! You're really here!" She squealed again, and I soon saw a woman hurriedly come around the isle, running towards us. "Oh! I'm so embarrassed! Please excuse my daughter for being so rude Hinamori-san!" She pleaded, and she grabbed the struggling little girl. I straightened myself out and took the little girl's outstretched hand and held it in mine.
"It's okay, she reminds me a lot of my little sister..." I reassured her, and I saw the woman sigh with relief. "Well, I have to go now. Be good 'kay?" I said as I turned and waved at the little girl. I began walking away and my charas smiled at me as I began to grab the things that were on the list. "That was so nice Amu-chan. She did make us think of Ami-chan." Miki said, and I nodded absentmindedly, grabbing the final item. "Okay, let's pay." I said as we headed over to a cash register.
The person there looked at me excitedly. "Oh my god! You're Hinamori Amu!" He squealed, and I smiled. "Are you ever going to sing again?! I think it would be so great if you did!" I sighed, and began unloading the cart. Should I sing again...? How many people have asked me now? Ikuto... my friends... and now this guy. It couldn't hurt... right? I looked up at him and flashed my heart-breaking smile at him.
"I'm thinking about it." I said casually as he began to scan my items with a blush over his face. "I-is that so? That's so exciting. I'm sure all of your fans will be very happy." He replied quietly, and then he rang up how much it all cost. I handed him a credit card with my left hand, and I noticed his gaze stay fixed on my ring. I smiled as though I had no idea what was wrong and he handed the card back to me.
"Well, see you again." I said as I grabbed the two brown paper bags in my arms and started for the door. I saw many snooty-looking girls walking in, and they all froze and squealed when they saw me. "Oh my gosh! It's Hinamori Amu! Here! I have to get her autograph! That'll make Miori so jealous!" I heard one of them whisper. I smirked as she made her way over to me.
Thank the devil I have cat-hearing. I thought as she came up to me, a notepad and pen in her hands, she looked nervous and I raised an eyebrow. "A-ano, could I have your autograph please?" She asked in a small voice, and I smiled sweetly at her. "Sure." I replied as I set down my things and took the notepad from her. "But you have to promise not to look until later got it?" I said and winked, and she nodded at me. I took then pen and began writing.
'If this little note doesn't stop you, I have no idea what will. Now, if you would ever be so kind, wait, I probably shouldn't use words you don't know right? Say hi to this Miori-chan for me. She sounds like a nice girl. Love, Hinamori Amu.'
I handed them back to her as I closed the notebook, and I smiled, picking my things back up. "See you again." I called after her and walked out of the store, all my charas giggling at what I did. "I hope that makes her nicer desu..." Suu said worriedly, and I smiled at her. "Who knows?" I said as I quickly walked through the drizzle of rain.
At home
I slowly opened our door, and walked inside, kicking the door closed gently behind me. I walked over to the counter (their apartment opens to the kitchen) and placed the bags down. I slowly walked through the archway and saw Ikuto lying on the couch, Aisha sitting on his chest and she had one hand on his face, examining it carefully. I raised my eyebrows that she could do this so easily, even if Ikuto was holding her up.
"Hey, I'm home." I said and caused Ikuto to look at me and smirk. "Yo." He replied as he stood and cradled Aisha in his arms. I held mine out, "Gimme." I said and caused him to chuckle as he handed Aisha to me carefully, and I cuddled her face against my cheek. I watched Ikuto walk towards the kitchen, and I followed after him, and Aisha giggled quietly. I smiled wider and ran my finger over her nose, making her giggle again.
"So, anything interesting happen?" Ikuto looked back at me, and I smiled slightly as I placed Aisha in her crib which was right by the door. I locked the wheels and walked over to him, and looked right up into his eyes. "No gloating, got it?" I said seriously, and he smirked, but he nodded. I took a deep breath before continuing. "I... think I'm going to try singing again..." I said quietly, looking up at Ikuto. He smirked, and I narrowed my eyes at him accusingly.
He hugged me tightly to his chest, and I sighed. "Fine by me. Have fun." He whispered huskily, and I smiled, wrapping my arms around his waist and nuzzling my face against his chest. "But then... I haven't forgotten what you promised me." He pulled away slightly and looked down at me, confusion written on his face.
"You have to play the violin for one of my songs. You said you would right?" I smirked at him, and he sighed, pulling me back against his chest. "You're impossible." He murmured, and I smiled, and I could feel his chest shake a little as he laughed. "But, I like you much better this way." He added, and I nodded in agreement.
Ran: I hope you all enjoyed this chapter! It took heather-chan a long time to make! (Despite the fact that it's short!)
Amu: Heh, I hope that girl gets mad or something.
Miki: Oh I'm sure she does. Don't worry.
Ikuto: So, will the next chapter be out soon? heather-chan?
heatherful: -still oblivious-
All: Hey!
heatherful: -oblivious-
Amu: -sweat drops-
Ikuto: Hey! heather-chan...
heatherful: OH!
All: -jumps-
heatherful: I have the perfect idea for Sibling Rivalry! YES!! -dances-
All: O.O
Suu: Please R&R desu!
