Chapter 10: Kodak Moment

Disclaimer: I DO NOT OWN SOUL EATER

Getting ready for tonight was exactly what I needed after my run in with Papa. I got to relax in a hot scented bath the warm water engulfed me…kind of reminded me of Soul. His arms were big enough to do such a thing and perhaps it wasn't his body engulfing me, perhaps it was his emotions that are engulfing me, encouraging me. Yes he's a big jerk, but clearly he's more than that.

"…" Then there's Kid, my symmetrical best friend. He's smart and kind; you can almost always tell what he's thinking. Kid is perspective, always knowing what to say or do when I'm down. He's handsome and his eyes are almost too beautiful, in fact he's kind of like a girl. "…"

What if it had been Kid I had run into on that day? Would I have never met Soul? Would this have gone different? This whole thing could have been done and over with, Kid would have dragged me along because 'it would have been good for me'.

"GRRAH WHO CARES!" I dunked under the water, furiously scrubbing my head to get the conditioner out. I'm happy…the way this all turned out.

I really am.

"Welcome, Miss Albarn I presume." The old man smiled, as if he had been waiting jut for me.

I shifted uncomfortably in my strappy heels and white cocktail dress. My hair fell around me, still in pigtails coming to rest on my shoulders.

"Maka!" Kid and Soul were already sitting both in dress wear. It was odd seeing Soul in such finery, even though his uniform was nice. He still didn't do anything about that mess he calls hair. "Glad you could make it." Kid pulls out my chair for me then lightly pushes me in.

"Thanks Kid, Soul." I blinked, was it just me or did Soul not seem so…well Soul at the moment? "You okay?" I reached over to place a hand on his forehead, he jerked back immediately.

"H-Hey! What the? I'm fine-"

"Your face is all red." I point out. I knew it would annoy him, and true to his nature, it did. He scowled at me, placing a hand over his mouth.

"I'm just not…" Soul opened his menu. "Use to this type of place…"

Right, I completely forgot about that. Soul was definitely out of his element, although I always got nervous, it soon died away. Perhaps for Soul, it wouldn't go away.

"Maka, what's on your mind?" Kid suddenly asked.

I panicked and told him the first thing that came to mind. "Bread sticks and pasta. Maybe with a cream soup and a glass of champagne…"

"Food is always on her mind." Soul snorted.

I kicked him under the table.

"Maka?" Kid winced.

Or not.

"Sorry Kid," I shot an icy glare to Soul who hid behind his menu no doubt holding back snickers. "I missed."

"Let me help you then." Kid promptly gave Soul a good kick causing him to hiss in response. The two locked eyes, red met gold as they sized each other up. I spent more time trying to decide who to smack first, then what I really wanted to eat. Idiots.

When the waiter did come, he looked absolutely amused. A handsome guy with slick blue hair tied back with black lace. He almost looked like a girl, now that I think about it. Damn girly men. "My, your very popular tonight, miss." Was that…a British accent? I don't know why, but I actually kind of liked it.

I found myself blushing. "N-Not really."

This of course did not go unnoticed.

"I can see why though," He took out a pad and metal pen. "You look ravishing."

"Eeh? Th-that's flattering." I hate the fact that I'm being like this although it is nice. I've never really gotten many compliments due to the fact that I'm too busy to deal with boys and what comes with them. Or maybe it's the fact that I Maka-chop nearly everyone.

I like the first option better. "Really I'm nothing spe-"

"Do they tell you that?" He pointed to the two idiots who were still scowling not daring to look away. "You look like a girl who could handle your own, a smart girl."

I thought I was, but now I'm not so sure.

"I'm Nathanael; you've been here a few times before if I'm not mistaken." Nathanael looked to Kid. "Always with him."

"Yeah-"

"You talk a lot for someone who's here to take our order." Soul suddenly spoke up. "Calling a customer 'ravishing' isn't cool, it's revolting."

This time I really did kick him, and I made sure it hurt. My leg shot out heel pointing, instead of legs, I hit the metal chair. It clanged giving me away. Soul grinned with victory.

"I couldn't agree more." Kid sat back in his chair in a very 'prince' like manner. Legs crossed and golden eyes narrowed, just like a brat.

Not him too. "It was meant to be a compliment." Something they should learn to give.

"Ravishing is a word used between lovers. Not something you should-"

"CAN WE ORDER!" I slammed my menu down. Jeesh these guys drive me absolutely bonkers! Beside Kid is rather blunt…

Soul leaned with elbows on the table while Nathanael took orders. I did get champagne, I had a feel I'd need it.

"So…what's this all about again?" Soul stirred his ice in a glass of water.

"Maka finally beat Ox." Kid announced proudly.

I grinned, brimming with victory. Beating Ox has always been a goal for me, and now that victory is mine I can walk in and not see his stupid smirk. It would be ultra-satisfying.

"Cool," Another brilliant answer from Soul. "You did good…ready to eat?"

Nathanael brought our soup, salads, and breadsticks. He smiled at me when he left, but I was too busy picking at my salad to notice. It was odd that I never really noticed the handsome waiter any other time. Ah well.

"Delicious!" I did enjoy eating that is for sure. "Oh man, I can't wait for dessert!" Yep that was all I really wanted. They made some of the most delicious vanilla bean ice cream!

"Of course you can't," Kid bit into a breadstick. "I'm looking forward to seeing your face when you take your first bite."

"Is it really spectacular?" Soul looked at me with a curious smirk. I bet he couldn't wait to make fun of me. "…"

"It's cute." Kid promised him.

I stuffed more lettuce in my mouth.

"One vanilla bean ice cream topped with a gold leaf and three blood oranges." Nathanael sat a gold spoon down with it then turned to Kid. "Red velvet cake with caviar and fresh berries," He slid it over and finally sat a cherry cupcake on Soul's plate. "A fresh cherry cupcake with cream cheese frosting. Enjoy."

That we will.

The boys starred at me, watching and waiting, which honestly is ridicules.

I finally picked up my spoon knowing that I couldn't win, rolled my eyes, and stuck some in my mouth. Instantly a wave of deliciousness filled my every being, they sure could make good ice cream. I heard myself moan despite me telling myself not to.

A flash went off, my eyes snapped back open. No there was no flipping way! "SOUL!" I reached for his camera with all my might being careful so that I didn't lie across the table. I stretched, but he merely switched hands. "SOUL!"

Kid sat snickering as he watched this little charade.

Traitor.

I reached even more. "Give it!"

"How are your desserts?" Nathanael came back to refill our glasses. He eyed me in my glorious state then looked to Soul. "Not to your enjoyment?"

"Huh? Oh. Back Maka, bbback!" Soul picked up his fork, so I reluctantly sat back. He took a bite and swallowed not even making a face. "I've had better."

Our eyes met in realization we both smiled before going back to our desserts. The cupcakes that I had thrown at him had of course been cherry.

Soul, Kid, and I spent the rest of our time chatting, and laughing when Soul and Kid got in another fuss. By the time that they were done I only had a few spoonfuls' left.

After all, it would be rude of me if I left an in this delicate bowl.

"Oh man." I lick my lips after taking another mostly melted bite. Even melted and at room temperature, the ice cream was moan worthy. I could eat this stuff every day.

"It can't be that good." A curious Soul took my spoon to scoop up the last little chunk of deliciousness.

If it wasn't for the delighted face he made, I would have voiced my protests and probably fought him for that last bite.

Instead I took his camera and watch as the flash goes off.

Now that's a Kodak moment.

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