Chapter 10 is now ready for reading!

This chapter, along with 9 will be short chapters. I will do my best and make the next ones longer. I just have some delays with other things in life that have been going on. Enjoy and review! :D

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Nawt's POV:

I spaced out at the sky above me. The guys were busy shooting some hoops and acting all smug about their abilities; the same abilities that we stole from the NBA players.

My mind was flowing with thoughts about my encounters with Kari, especially the first which was last night. Following them to their home wasn't exactly what I had in mind, but I'm not complaining. I thought deeper at how that particular night went..

Flashback:

Everything around felt like it was spinning. I thought I was really gonna get sick until I felt myself come to a stop. Everything was pitch black, but then colors and shapes start making themselves out right before me. I blinked a couple of times just to be sure I wasn't dreaming. Then I froze at what I saw in front of me. Kari was standing right there, her back facing me. She looked like she was about to turn around, so I jumped into the nearest bush on my left.

I peeked through the shrub, hoping that she didn't catch on. I saw her glance around for a good minute or so then she retreated into the house. She mumbled something about being really hungry and tired.

After I was sure she closed and locked the door, I let myself exhale a long breath of relief. "I thought she was gonna see me for sure." I looked out from the bush again, catching sight of a vehicle that was parked in front of her house. Not long after did I see another car approaching down the street and into the driveway. "This is gonna be a long wait.", I said to myself.

After what seemed like hours of sitting and waiting, I heard water running in the house; it was coming from upstairs. I peeked out again from the bush and noticed two figures walking upstairs in the house; too big to be Hale and Kari. 'I guess those must be their parents. Must be turning in for the night too. Perfect! This makes things seem a whole lot easier.'

Poking my head out of the bush, I analyzed the entire area to be sure no one was watching, and thankfully no one indeed was.

I jumped out of the bush, but not before pricking myself with something sharp. I winced and looked down to see what it was. The bush I was hiding in neighbored a rose bush that was filled with blooming red roses. I smiled as an idea popped into my head; I carefully took one of the roses, making sure it was the prettiest one.

With one last glance around, I ran up to the oak tree that stood in the front lawn, right in front of one of the higher windows. I started to climb up the tree and onto one the sturdiest branches, which turned out to be the one closest to the window where the running water noise came from. Perching myself on the branch, I heard the water stop. I sat there waiting for something else to happen... and it did.

Kari opened the window and leaned out, her eyes closed and a smile... a gorgeous smile graced her features. I heard her intake air and sighing lightly into the air. She looked so peaceful, so angelic, and she smells sweet. I was too wrapped up in my current thoughts on her that I didn't even notice that I was now in front of her... and I think she noticed too.

The soonest she opened her eyes, I quickly covered her mouth with my left hand and motioned her to be quiet. I let myself into her room and from there, I decided to try and voice out my apology and ask for her forgiveness, and in truth it was a pathetic attempt. Or so I thought..

She smiled and accepted my apology. I couldn't believe it. "You mean, you don't hate me?"

She was caught by surprise and replied no. I felt a warm shower of relief and happiness and something else pour all over my being. My stomach felt like doing flip flops at her smile and the light that dances when I looked into her eyes.

'She is truly amazing.'

She then introduced herself to me, although I already knew her name and she voiced out that fact.

I shrugged. "It's still worth and introduction. Mine's Nawt."

She gazed at me with confusion. I chuckled to myself. I don't expect her to know my name off the bat the first time, so I said it again and spelled it so it would be easier to understand.

Kari complimented on my name, declaring that it was unique. It took every ounce of strength and self control at that moment not to jump and embrace her right then and there. Suddenly, I heard the door swing open and I looked up to see who it was. Hale was standing right there, he mouth wide agape and his eyes ready to roll out of his skull by how wide they were.

Kari pulled him in as he struggled to ask for some answers. She began to explain how I was here to apologize for everything that occurred that day, then she turned to me while I was sitting on her bed, asking me how in the world did I get here in the first place. I pulled out the necklace that was similar to theirs. She turned back to her brother and continued to reason with him.

I took the chance and opportunity to carefully place the rose on her bed covers, and it was simple since her bed covers were a pattern of flowers. Then I heard Hale ask me aggressively if I was here to sabotage their plan to help the Tunes.

'Honestly Hale, since when would I stoop that low? I take it back; you deserved to be dribbled like a basketball.'

I then began to explain that I didn't come to do that, but to warn them and give them some meaningful advice to avoid further trouble. After I gave them my warning, Kari asked me why I gave them such information. I looked at her, smiling and told her that it was for her sake and safety. I then took my leave out of her window, promising to see her again, and Hale too of course, after basketball practice. Grabbing my charm, I soon found myself in a bright light and disappeared back to Looney Tune Land. I was in front of the warehouse, so I didn't need to worry about the guys waking up ad going frantic. I walked back to the abandoned house near the warehouse and slept a very peaceful sleep that night.

End Flashback:

I couldn't bear it if something happened to her. That would ruin me! Ever since we came to this rock, I only thought about the mission: capture and bring the Tunes to Moron Mountain for profit. But after what happened that night and Kari deciding to save me instead of letting me get squashed, the mission became a minor priority to me. No one has ever risked their life to save mine and Kari was the first to do so. Yes, she had the choice of not saving me, but she did so anyways. I confirmed it so when I asked her for her well being, although she pointed out that it was me who should have been asked that question. She was selfless and caring.

Even after today, after I walked in on her and heard her sing, I felt like my heart strings were ready to snap. Snapping not from sadness, but from how much I am drawn to her; how her energy, personality and physical being attracted me.

None of the guys ever caught wind of me sneaking off to see her, except for Blanko; then again, he was the only one who knew about how I felt towards Kari.

I looked up to see Blanko himself looming over, leaning on a tree for support. "So did you give it to her?"

I sat up bewildered. "Wait, what?"

'Just the way you phrased it made it sound like I'm some sort of pedophile... which I'm not!'

Blanko shook his head. "The gift that you made for her? Did you give it over to her in person?", he repeated more specifically, but softly enough so Pound, Bang and Bupkus wouldn't hear.

'Oh, right... that.'

"Oh, yeah. I snuck it into her pocket; her brother showed up at the last minute." I replied with some disappointment in my voice.

Blanko raised his brows. "That kid is stuck to her like glue, huh?"

"It's her older brother. He's very overprotective of her.. and he doesn't trust me in the least." He glanced up at him, now standing on my feet.

"Well yeah, you did dribble him around like no tomorrow and tossed him over to Bang. It was pretty funny though." He chuckled.

I couldn't help but laugh myself. It was a hilarious situation.

"So, you're gonna introduce me to them tomorrow?", Blanko asked, sounding like a kid who's asking for a toy he wanted for Christmas.

"Yes, Blanko. You'll be introduced." I affirmed.

Blanko scratched the top of his head, "But what about Pound and the other guys? You can't keep this away from them forever."

I stayed silent for a good while. I know I can't keep it a secret from those three for long. Eventually, they will find out. Then an idea popped into my head.

"Hey, Blanko! I may need your help on this. Come here."

I whispered into his ear my idea. His eyes bulged and looked at me like I swallowed a dozen jalapeno peppers.

"Are you sure? I mean, it's worth a shot, but Pound is gonna want a huge explanation for this."

I nodded and gave him a look of certainty. "I'm aware of that. But it's better now than never, and waiting any longer will eventually bring out more problems."

Blanko nodded slowly, the information being processed into his thoughts. "Alright. I'm in. So when do we tell them?"

I glanced at him as we both started making our way to the court to practice with our three compadres. "Tonight. I'll tell them tonight."

'I'm sure Bang and Bupkus will be shocked but take it alright. It's Pound's reaction about my feelings to Kari that worries me..'

I prayed as we tossed the ball to one another. As I dunked, I hoped that my prayers would be answered and that all will go smoothly when I confront the other three about my growing feelings towards Kari and the events of her saving me that night.