Chapter 14

Damn, that Momo… that's gonna give me nightmares for quite a while, Rito reflected on the events of the last night (which was Halloween). The night had involved him getting stalked in the house by an unknown entity, and through some very uncomfortable events, he found that it was Momo. Some of the stuff she does is wayyy tooo friendly- a bit suggestive, but oh well, Rito considered for a moment. "Momo, that was really surprising yesterday- you scared the crap out of me. And what was up with your eyes? They were all red and stuff…" Rito asked puzzled. "I'm glad that you enjoyed it Rito-san, because I definitely did. You're even cuter when you're scared. As for my eyes, they were like that for Halloween," she said smiling. Her statement made Rito fluster, but he straightened up as he began to think again: for Halloween? Must be some fancy Devilukean tech. They are aliens after all… Nana also joined them in the living room and asked Rito: "how was your Halloween you beast?"

"Who the hell are you?" was Rito's reply; in his thoughts, he wasn't particularly listening and reflexively blurted out something completely random. "Wait. What did you say?" Rito asked as he finally realised where he was (and what he said). As Nana's face took a more angry turn, Rito was subject to an early and painful facelift in the consequence.

Damn, that Nana… that's gonna give me pains for quite a while. Wait a moment; this feels a bit déjà vu… Rito thought to himself as he recovered from Nana's free facelift. Rubbing his cheeks (which were sore), he realised that everybody else (with the exception of Momo), had gone out. "Where's everyone gone?" he questioned curiously to Momo. "They've all gone out shopping for clothes, and possibly Christmas (Christmas?! A bit early wouldn't you say, Rito mused while she said this), leaving just you and me in the house Rito-san," she stated, winking at the last part. That's never good, is it? Rito thought worriedly in his head. It'd be good to think of an idea; better not to let her think of what we can do, he said to himself desperately. "Ahh, yes Momo, I think we should go out. I haven't been outside around the city in longgg, so yeah. How about it?" he asked hopefully- it was valid after all. "Okay Rito-san, but next time, I'll decide what we're doing," Momo smirked as she said the last part. Rito's reaction involved gulping.

Both Rito and Momo were now outside, walking around the town, although Momo was kind of clinging to him (as usual). "So Rito-san, what other powers do you have?" she questioned curiously. In the two years he had been gone, Momo always had wondered what sort of things he'd done and the stuff he'd learned. Especially after the fight involving the reptile Yokai in school, this had increased her interest in Rito. To her, this made him an even more of a stronger candidate for the Devilukean throne. "Well, I guess I'm physically fitter and better- a bit more enhanced I guess. I can kind of manipulate different elements and things," he shrugged casually. "But I think everyone is really surprised Rito-san, the person you're, is quite different from before," she added.

"Heh Momo, I'm still the same person I was two years ago. The base of myself is unchanged; my feelings are pretty much the same, but now… now I can actually stand up and protect the things that I care for the most. That thing… would be you guys. You're what I will stand up and fight for; don't worry, this time, I will protect you guys," he declared proudly with a thumbs up. Momo really didn't have much to say, it was all clear to her. He went on that journey, and those hardships to become stronger. For us, she thought happily. Everything you do makes me fall for you even more Rito-san, she looked at him with a smile while he was walking, and even tightened her grip by a fraction. My arms are starting to hurt, Rito looked around in panic.

"Is this okay Momo? It's nothing fancy, and it's not as big as you thought but it should fill you up," Rito said in an awkward manner.

"If it's from you Rito-san, I don't mind…" she replied deviously. Okay, what I just said sounded really weird. And she made it sound even weirder. Damn innuendos! He chastised in his head. They had both stopped for lunch at a small restaurant and decided to have Ramen (A/N: So uncreative of me lol but I couldn't think of any other food). As they enjoyed their meal, there was no conversation making it a bit awkward, especially for Rito who'd notice Momo smirking every now and then. Breaking the silence, Momo added: "Rito-san, this feels like a date doesn't it?" Unprepared for that statement, Rito nearly choked on his food, and had to drink some water to regain composure. "No- of course not. It's just like two friends having lunch. There's nothing weird about it right?" he said, stuttering and in panic. Aha, he's still the same Rito-san inside after all- but he's got all these new powers right, she thought cheerfully. That equals more prospects for the Harem Plan, and myself, she added in her head smirking. "Momo, can you help me get presents for everyone? I mean, I should do something for everyone after being gone for so long, "he asked with a smile. She quickly replied with an 'of course'. For her, it meant more time with Rito, so it was an easy decision for her.

"Man, that was tiring. I didn't even know that I knew so many people," he said out loud in dismay as he trudged along carrying all the presents for his friends; they consisted of a mixture of clothing, jewellery, and electronics. Although Momo offered to carry some of the bags, he refused saying that it wouldn't be fair on her. Those bags felt a lot lighter earlier, he reflected sadly, but it's for everyone so I can handle it all. "I said I'd get something for everyone, but I also ended up buying something for myself," he remarked on the guitar on his back.

"Not at all Rito-san, although I must say, I'm surprised you had an interest in music, especially guitars," Momo responded looking at the instrument.

"It's a recent thing. Listening to all that music during my travels (and now) inspired me," he replied casually. "And by the way, thanks for today Momo. I really appreciate it," he added. Momo simply smiled and said, "anytime Rito-san". Reaching into his pockets, he got out a sparkling chain with a well-polished and refined piece of sapphire. "I said I'd get something for everyone- including you Momo. Thanks for everything; even though we have our moments, I can always rely on you. And without you, things just wouldn't be the same," he said smiling, as he handed the chain to Momo. She was grinning massively, and for her, this day had gone even better than she thought it would. Likewise Rito-san, without you, things wouldn't be the same either. My life is a lot better and happier thanks to you Rito-san, she thought happily as they entered their home.

Hey everyone, hope you enjoyed your Halloween. Yeah so 14th chapter here, and been on this story for over a month. Thanks for all the support! This chapter's a Momo chapter, with her (and Rito) being the main focus. Hope you enjoy it, and well, view and review. Next chapter may be either tomorrow or Sunday so thanks everyone and enjoy your weekends!