I just have to thank you all for all the reviews I got on the last chapter with a -really- quick update.
I was literally on the verge of tears when I saw 18 reviews for just one chapter. ARIGATO!
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"How about this one?" Chrome asked, eying the pink stroller with a flowery pattern.
Hibari simply stared at her, giving her the impression that he was not interested.
Chrome pouted, "Herbivore."
But the blank stare only continued, which only made Chrome blush and roll her eyes.
She's been blushing a lot lately, but she already knew why. The kiss hadn't been brought up since that night, and Chrome intended in keeping it that way. The awkwardness that would surely come with that conversation will be way to much for her to handle.
But don't get her wrong either, she really, really liked the kiss. She kind of liked it so much that she wanted to kiss him again.
Oh kami, what did she get herself into.
"And this one? It's purple," Chrome shook her head before walking up to a new stroller. It was pretty plain, a simple purple color with pink handles and buckle.
"I suppose." Hibari sighed, earning him a slap on his shoulder.
Chrome murmured something along the lines of dummy before crossing her arms in front of her chest. "So it's between this one and the orange one over there, which do you think is better?"
"Neither."
Chrome groaned, holding back all urges to slap him silly. Shopping with Hibari was like shopping with a brick wall, it will just stand there doing absolutely nothing.
"Chrome! Chrome!"
Chrome almost forgot about the bird on her head and quickly pet it.
"Hibird, what do you think of this purple and pink one? I like it a lot."
The bird jumped happily, chirping a high pitched song.
"You like it to, huh." Chrome said, tapping her chin with her finger. With a quick glance at the yawning Hibari, Chrome -as calm as possible- called over a sales man.
This will be the last time she goes anywhere with Hibari when it has anything to do with shopping.
"We should do something before you leave tomorrow.." Chrome stated, sipping down a cup of tea in her favorite indigo cup.
M.M pushed the pillow off her face, turning over to Chrome with her cheek pressed to the blanket under her. "I'm to lazy to go anywhere baka."
Chrome scoffed, gently placing the cup by her side before stretching out her legs. "There is a reason I bought a stroller and since you are leaving. We can take a stroll around town, go to the park, eat at this restaurant I've been wanting to go to."
"Go by yourself." M.M snorted, pulling the pillow back onto her head.
Chrome sighed, knowing full-well that this was a battle she was surely not going to win. M.M was like that, it was one of those days where she just wants to sleep and moan and eat, then complain on how crappy the world is or how Chrome's cooking sucks more then her own. She was just like that.
"Or, you can go with Hi-ba-ri."
Chrome blushed once M.M sat up and laid the pillow on her lap, smirking with a bright shimmer to her eyes.
In all honesty, Chrome didn't even need to tell M.M what happened, cause she already knew.
Chrome closed the door, smiling with her two fingers on her lips.
She jumped when she saw M.M, smirking devilishly.
"He kissed you, didn't he?"
"W-what!"
"I bet he wants to lock lips with you again anyways." M.M winked, crossing her legs.
Chrome pouted, a light shade of pink creeping onto her cheeks, "Whatever.."
"Is he a good kisser?" M.M asked, moving her left eyebrow up and down. "He's probably alright, but probably not great. I doubt he's kissed many girls before."
"How do you know?" Chrome raised a brow at the statement.
Up until now, she's never really thought about his life -especially love life- before her. Not saying that they're lovers yet, since they aren't. Even though she would one day want -really- to be with him.
Anyways, now that M.M mentioned it, she doesn't know much about him at all.
"Cause, he seems like an aloof loner with a cool strict. Like a bad ass gangster that's really a good guy with a love for small things, since that yellow thing seems to like him. Not a lot of girl's go for that. Or he could just be gay with a love for babies like Mei, but I highly doubt that since he already kissed you."
"Gay?" Chrome looked at her with a face that read are-you-stupid?.
"You never know, it could have been a deep kept secret. But, again, I doubt it. I caught him staring at your ass once."
Chrome blushed, "Oh kami, I didn't need to know that M.M."
"You're probably cheering inside cause he likes your ass."
M.M was now laying down on her back on the bed, laughing as Chrome blushed in a pout.
"I'll miss this, honestly.." M.M started after finishing her laughing session. Chrome stopped her blushing, a soft smile tugging at her lips. "Maybe when I'm done with all this school stuff and graduate, I'll move over here with you and Mei. I'll have a diploma by then, so I'll easily find a job that pays well and we can move to a nice house,"
"We should, then we can really be a small family." Chrome smiled, getting up from her seat by the wall and taking a seat by the edge of the bed.
"Or, I'll have to find my own apartment near your house with Hi-ba-ri." M.M chuckled, sitting back up on the bed to face Chrome, whom was still smiling.
"That doesn't sound to bad either.. As long as Mei and I can still see you all the time.."
M.M blushed, covering her face with the pillow and pulping her entire upper body on top of it. "Baka."
Chrome poked M.M on her side, earning her a light groan of annoyance from her,"I know, I know."
Chrome absolutely loved getting on Hibari's motorcycle, it was like a thrill if you asked her.
But this ride was different.
As she held on tightly, her hands locked around his lower abdomen, she felt butterflies in her tummy.
She knows, pretty corny, but still just being around him now made her even more sure about these feelings growing inside for her.
He was different. He was a man that gave everyone and everything respect if it deserved it. He gave punishment to those who disturb the peace he was working so hard to keep. People fear him because of it, but Chrome actually looks up to him.
A man with values was one trait she will like in a man she may know, both romantically or friendship related.
And so now as she presses her cheek on his back, her growing feelings for him keep growing deeper.
After the kiss, she was expecting awkwardness and a need to stay away from him because of it, but she didn't need to.
He treated her the same, showing off his laziness and his aloof with no sort of romantic gestures -sort of speak- that will make her feel uncomfortable. Even when she saw him the next day, he only yawned and nodded, telling her he has acknowledge her presence.
"Arigato.."
Chrome knew he heard her, he always hears her when she speaks. So she left it at that as they drove closer to her apartment where her best friend/sister will soon be leaving from.
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Chrome eyed the man as he got off the bike, feeling his ever-so-inviting warmth leave her.
"The thank you?" he asked plainly, standing in front of Chrome with a brow raised.
Chrome was taken aback for a minute before she remembered, "Does it bother you when I thank you for no apparent reason?"
Hibari eyed her, giving off an unsatisfied aura, "No." was the simply answer.
Chrome blushed when he didn't look away, pouting as she swung her leg over the seat.
She cursed at herself when he stepped closer, eyes still on her with his hands back in his pockets.
"Kiss me again.."
Chrome didn't know where the order came from, but it was out.
"...Please."
And -surprisingly- he complied with no back sass or any type of argument.
The kiss from before was nothing compared to this one. His hands were rested on her hips as he stepped in between her legs and her arms suddenly wrapped themselves around his neck.
Way more touching and kissing then before.
She made a soft groan as he stepped as close as possible to her.
Now, Chrome doesn't care how awkward or how complicated their situation may -or may not- get, cause clearly, she has feelings for him. They'll be taking the next step together now and she was more then ready for it, simply because it was with him.
"Kyoya."
A/N: To be continued...
Again, the reviews were something else, plus I've reached my 100 review goal in nine chapters! I think I have something in my eye...
Arigato! I love all of you!
No weekly question, sorry.
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Thanks to:
CSFlinxStalker (Stalker-sama) - Not interested in Hibari? I most take you to the hospital~! :DD Anyways, thanks for the review and I have updated! Which you probably already know. Hehe
DatAznKid - YEAAAAA! Someone would actually take advantage of the moment! I like you kid, I really do.
Jrlrock - Of course it's the best line ever, Kurosaki-sama (aka landlord) said it and he is awesome!
cute-saki (sama) - The police? You're funny and as always, I was looking forward to your review which didn't fail to amuse me. :) I shall bow to you, Saki-sama!
Dremagon - You like? Great!
CrescentAxel - That's something Chrome would do, hahaha. Also, saw your new icon, super cute! Where did you get it?
AnimeOtakuDeGozaru - Yea, I got a thumps up! Thanks!
MoyaMetalDango13 - A newbie! I love newbies! I love your ranting, your review was quit entertaining to read if I most admit. If I remember correctly, I reread it a couple of times too.
applestoapples - Another newbie? Welcome! I have updated quickly for your reading pleasure. :)
xxDarkAngelx - A punch..? I like that answer. Different and funny, cool.
OkuriSoji - Awee, your making me blush. I don't think it's that good, I've been working hard on it, but I won't say it's all that yet. Hopefully, you'll stick around.
Marabou - Hahahaha, true. I suddenly feel stupid for asking such an ooc question? :( Thanks for the review!
KHR LOVER - As would I, my friend, as would I.
Black maid56 - Nice answer, I will do the same.
sunwraith - I wasn't all that happy with the kiss either, but at least we're getting somewhere, ne? :))
Lalo - Hi, new fan/ newbie. Hope you enjoy the fic.
~Merisela - Duh it was Kurosaki-sama! Still love you cousin and tell Mia I said Hi mama!
teeneykid - I was expecting an answer like that and I totally agree.! Good head you have and your shoulders there. :D
Arigato on your reviews!