Naw, I loved the last chapter! It was great! But was that really Anderson?? You'll have to wait and find out!

What is Love? A Haruka Story

Chapter Twelve, Part Four (Jackson's POV)

A Hello and Goodbye

I swore I'd seen him. But I couldn't find him. He disappeared so fast when I gave chase. I know it was. I sat down on the park bench and looked at my watch. It was close to mid-night. I sighed and shut my eyes. I was so tired. Would Michiru need to know? I asked myself, opening my eyes and looking up at the moon glaring down on me. It was the only light besides the lamps that glowed through the park. I sighed and got up. I better get back. By the time I get there is would be well past mid-night.

I looked over to the other side of the park and began to walk back. I couldn't shake the feeling that I was right about seeing Anderson, but I forcefully told myself that I was seeing things and reliving the past. He couldn't have been there since he died it the car accident. He had been right beside me when it happened. I had woken up after the crash before help came and he was lying there, dead. He was so cold, I was so sure he was gone. I didn't remember much since I fell unconscious shortly after.

I shook my head. I couldn't relive the past. It was long gone. I pulled my jacket a little closer. It was dangerous to walk alone at night, but I didn't care. I reached into my pocket and pulled my mobile out. I frowned. It was off, and I was sure it was on when I left. Must have gone flat I thought, shoving it back into my pocket. Every step I took, I felt unsure about going back. I was worried that if I went back, something back would happen to Michiru.

"Pinkie Promise." I sighed, she was most likely asleep now. I shouldn't have to worry about it, yet I still wasn't sure.

Michiru…would it matter if I didn't come home? Would you care if I disappeared into thin air? Would you?

(Haruka's POV)

The light shone through the window, making me groan. I moved slightly and found the floor, growling at my clumsiness. Getting to my feet, I looked at the clock, eight forty? I groaned and crawled back into bed and pulled the sheets over my head. Ignoring the fact that my toes peeked through the end.

"You have to get up, Haruka. Otherwise Michiru wouldn't be happy" a chuckle came from the doorway.

"When did you get back?" I groaned through my sheets.

"About twelve fifty. Why, were you worried?" asked Jackson, grinning at the mess on the bed.

I poked my head out the blankets, groaning at the open window. "No, Michiru was worried sick about you." He laughed as I got out of bed. I grumbled and look at the mirror. My hair was a mess, and I looked like a zombie.

"Your worse than Michiru in the mornings," Jackson laughed. "Though, she looks more alive in the mornings, you just look like you've woken from death." Grinning, he turned to leave. "I'll let you get dress. And I heard about last night. I knew it was wise to leave you two together."

What was he talking about? Nothing happened except the movie and…oh I smiled weakly back, and watched him retreat. I still thought it was a dream, did I really say that I loved her? And did she reply in kind? I couldn't remember. Sighing, I got dressed and fixed my hair. I wasn't going to make a fool of myself again this morning. No one ever saw me in the mornings until I was decent. I grinned. Oh well, at least I've brightened up someone morning.

(Michiru's POV)

I was so happy when Haruka walked out the bedroom and into the kitchen. Jackson just laughed when I also jumped on her. I didn't care if I was acting childish. I couldn't believe it still. I had said to her that I loved her. And she loved me! I was so happy. "And a good morning to you too, Michiru" Haruka laughed as we walked into the kitchen where Jackson drank his coffee. "Did you sleep alright last night?" she asked, pouring a mug for herself.

"I did. What about you? It sounds like you didn't want to get up this morning?" I asked. Haruka looked slightly at Jackson who looked away humming a tune and with a large grin on his face.

"I could have done with another hour, but I choose to get up since someone came in and woke me," Haruka chuckled at Jackson's splutter.

"I did no such thing!" he said, sounding annoyed. "Oh, oh, I get it. Fine I'll leave you two alone" getting off the chair and stretching.

"Don't go on another walk, you'll be gone for hours again" I said, poking my head out the door. "I don't want to panic over your disappearance again!"

He turned back. "Fine, I'll watch TV. Wake me when it's lunch" he walked over to the couch and sat down, turning it on.

Haruka smiled at me, and pulled me into a hug. We were out of range of Jackson's eyes, so she kissed me. I blushed in reply. I always felt silly when Haruka kissed me, but I know she meant no harm.

"Ok then" we jumped when Jackson walked in, covering his eyes. "I can't see a thing. I think I'm blink" he joked, peeking out from his fingers. He pulled his hand away, "Oh, you stopped kissing. If you plan on making out on the floor, warn me in advance."

"We're not at that stage yet" Haruka growled in an odd way. She was most likely trying not to laugh.

"But when you get to that stage, I mean. Just warn me in advance." He laughed again, washing his cup.

"Didn't you ever walk in on your friend when he was kissing his…err…boyfriend?" I asked, notice Haruka raised an eyebrow in question.

"All the time" he grumbled, placing the cup on the sink. "It's bad enough when they ask if you want to join. It's sickening in away, but I'm use to it. I made it perfectly clear that I was straight as an arrow. I'm not interested in guys." We laughed at his face. He seemed to be annoyed about the topic. "Seriously. It's annoying, once I walked in from work, they were making out on the couch. The minute they heard me, they said hi, straightened up as if nothing had happen. That was the first time I found out that they were gay. Though, I don't care about the fact they were, I just didn't want to walk on them making out."

"What an interesting topic to talk about in the morning" Haruka said with a laugh.

We laughed with her. In a way, it was the most interesting topic we talked about in the morning. We never started the day like this before. Maybe Haruka was adjusting to our mornings. That was a good thing. Jackson rubbed his nose. "If you want to do anything wild, just say the word, and I'm gone. Ok."

We nodded. He grinned and walked out the kitchen. I just smiled at his retreating back.

(Williams POV)
Back home

"Jarred? What the hell are you doing" I grumbled as my son pushed me outside.

"Trust me dad, you're going to love it" Jarred replied with a smile.

"You said that yesterday, and what happened? Jarred, let's not repeat advents again," I sighed. I never really seemed to be in the same mood these days. Jarred was also acting differently. I couldn't quite put my finger on it. Maybe something happened between Jarred and Haruka before she left. She was so happy about going to England. I was glad that she was. I just wished most times that she was back here with us. One trip ended so badly. He'd gotten badly hurt, Jarred came back into her life, Michiru got hurt in the fire. It must have been hard for Haruka.

Michael grinned when he saw us approach. "William! It's good to see you up and about!" he called. He was sitting on his bike, a wicked grin on his face.

We approached and Jarred finally let me go. "Just once, dad, please. For all time sakes." I sighed at Jarred's plead. I could see the rest of the Black Lightening behind Michael. They wanted me to be there as a group one last time. They must have heard about his decision to move away from everything with Wilhelmina. I sighed and approached the group of boys. I would truly miss them…but I'll miss Jarred and Michael the most. And Haruka too.

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Well, there is the end of Chapter Twelve. William is leaving, yes. He will only be mentioned, but don't worry, he'll come back in the last chapter. He has to be there for that chapter. He'll also appear in any flashbacks, that of course, if I put any flashbacks with him in it. And Jarred and Michael are leaving too. Not in this one, the next one. They are going to England to find Haruka and tell her about William leaving. They'll only appear for a short time, and appear in the last. But the rest is around Haruka, Michiru and Jackson. Ok, now that's settled, better go! Ja Ne!