I For You
By Hotsuma09
Hotsuma sat at the foot of the bed with his head buried in his hands. Kaeru stirred behind him and smiled. She rested her body on his back and nestled her head in his neck. "How are you feeling this morning?" Kaeru kissed his cheek. Hotsuma side glanced her, "Bothered." And he left the room.
Ryoko turned over on her right side, eyeing the bedroom door. Thoughts of Tenchi flooded her mind, the day he left her on the pavement and never looked back. It made her feel guilty. Ryoko headed out in the hallway making her way to the bathroom, the phone rang. She pondered on who was calling, but reluctantly answered.
"Good Morning, Hakubi."
", Good Morning."
"Today is the day you find out what your having. So the appointment is at 3 o'clock. Are you able to make it?"
"Uh sure I guess I can."
"Alright see you then, Hakubi." Dr. Mitoko hung up.
"See you then." Ryoko slowly placed the phone on the hook. And made her way to the bathroom.
"Lord Tenchi can you reach the top of the book shelf for me. So dusty up there." Ayeka instructed to the black haired man.
"Sure." Tenchi stepped up on the chair and used the bright green cloth to collect the dust that resided on top of the mahogany bookshelf. Once he was done, Tenchi folded the cloth making sure the dust wont fall on the floor before handing it to Ayeka.
"Lady Ayeka, I miss Ryoko terribly." Tenchi sadly said as he flop down the couch.
"I know, I miss fighting with her. That stubborn demon woman." Ayeka giggled at the thought of her Cyan-haired rival.
"I need to be with her, but I can't stand the sight of Hotsuma. Hate just being near him." Tenchi sounded a bit bitter. Ayeka stopped mopping and look at Tenchi.
"Tenchi I thought we went over this." Ayeka made her way to the couch and turned Tenchi to her. "All I have to say is to be able to have backbone, I know Hotsuma likes to taunt you. But you will have to become the bigger person. Got it?" Tenchi looked at her and nod. "Thanks Ayeka."
Ryoko put on a stretchy white long sleeve shirt and struggle to put on her blue jeans. Ryoko sat on the bed to ponder if to let Hotsuma know about the appointment, but honestly she don't want him to show up. Then her thoughts drifted to Tenchi, she needed him more than anything. Ryoko shot up and head for the door and out of the apartment.
Ryoko made her way to the new Masaki residence. Standing in front of the two story home, she ran her hand over her beach ball sized stomach before walking up to the door and ringing the bell.
"Sasami Can you get the door please?" Ryoko heard Ayeka called out. Ryoko then heard foot steps pitter-patter to the door.
"Ah Hi there, Ryoko!" the little blue-haired girl hugged Ryoko's lower waist.
"Hi there little one!" Ryoko patted the crown of Sasami's head. Sasami took Ryoko's hand and brought her inside.
"Ryoko's here everyone!" Sasami giggled as she gazed at the former space pirate. Ryoko heard creaking upstairs and to her surprise Tenchi peered out from the room. Ryoko smiled up at him, but internally feared he would not return the kind gesture.
"Hi Ryoko." Tenchi smiled making his way down the stairwell.
"Hi Tenchi." Ryoko became nervous watching him as he approach. Sasami stared at the two, giving them some alone time she tippy-toed away. Tenchi hugged Ryoko and give her a little peck on the cheek.
"What's up?" Tenchi asked.
"Ah I am on my way to my appointment. You see, today is when I find out what I am having…was wondering if you and Washu would like to come along." Ryoko sheepishly.
"Where is Hotsuma?" Tenchi asked a bit concerned.
"Let's not worry about him right now. Let's go." Washu appeared ready to go.
"Mom." Ryoko looked towards Washu, wondering where she materialized from.
"Lord Tenchi please get dressed." Washu commanded as she walked to Ryoko. Washu and Ryoko watched as he head upstairs.
"But Washu I am already dressed." Tenchi exclaimed as he pointed at himself. Washu's stern look made him gave in and he headed upstairs.
"Does Hotsuma know about the appointment?" Washu asked with a slight worry.
"No, at least I don't think so. But even if he does, I don't want him there." Ryoko said hauntingly as she look towards Ayeka, who came out of the kitchen.
"Ryoko, its been a while. I've seen you've grown." Ayeka pointed out as she wiped her hands in her apron.
"Likewise, and yes, the baby is kicking every now and then." Ryoko said as she allowed Ayeka to touch her stomach.
"Ok I am ready." Tenchi called out as he jogged down the stairs. Ayeka gave a questioning look, "Ready for what?"
"Today is where I find out what I am having." Ryoko said.
"Oh I see, well I hope it's a girl." Ayeka smiled with a very cheerful Sasami agreeing.
"We'll see." Ryoko said as she made her way to the door.
Washu, Ryoko and Tenchi made their way to Dr. Mitoko's office. Ryoko's pace started to slow down, causing Tenchi and Washu to give a concern look.
"What's up, Ryoko?" Tenchi asked gently gripping her shoulder.
"Ah its nothing." Ryoko said, but her eyes seem more alarmed. She glanced at Washu who simply gave her a stern look and continued to walk. Ryoko studied her form, Tenchi held her hand in his.
Washu waited for the two to catch up before knocking on the door.
"Ah Douzo Come in!" Dr. Mitoko bowed before sitting down at her desk. She gleefully watched the three sat before her. Dr. Mitoko eyebrows furrowed, "It's only three of you. I called Hotsuma a couple of minutes ago."
Ryoko eyes widen, "Did he answered?"
"No he did not, but I left a voice message…is there something I don't know." Dr. Mitoko asked a bit concerned.
"Dr. Mitoko with all due respect, I am Ryoko's mother and we have another engagement to attend so can you speed this along." Washu smiled.
"Erm…I am Tenchi." Tenchi awkwardly said, receiving questioning stares from the three women.
"Ok well lets get this procedure on the way." Dr. Mitoko ushered Ryoko to the bed and proceeded to dial on the machine, perking Washu's interest. Washu's eyes glistened as she watched Dr. Mitoko press the key pad causing Ryoko and Tenchi to look at the little woman. Tenchi nudged Washu breaking her from her fixation.
"Ryoko this is going to be a little cold, but this is a protecting gel. I am going to move this slowly in a circular motion. OK so lets see what you are having!" Dr. Mitoko exclaimed causing the threesome to smile.
Hotsuma noticed his phone was blinking, a pulsating blue. He picked it up and noticed it was a voice message. He listened. Kaeru watched him as his eyebrows furrowed and his lips tightened. Suddenly he grabbed his jacket and headed out the door, Kaeru followed him.
To Be Continued.