Why hello, it's been a while hasn't it? and I seem to have risen from the grave. But there are no maggots I promise! I haven't given up on the Mai-Universe. I've actually been more invovled than ever. At a lovely place called the Mai-Multiverse. There's a link in my profile. If you're a fan of the Mai series, check it out! We're a open and welcoming bunch, and there are many laughs and lulz to be had there. I promise. Anyways-the lack of updates. I went through the longest writer's block I've ever experienced these past few months. I was just completely drained emotionally and physically, and my creative juices were definately not flowing. It's taken a lot to get them up again-and you can actually see what I have been writing on the Mai-Multiverse forum. It's not Shiznat persay, but Mai-universe related.

So anyways...Has anyone seen Tangled yet? I did. And it made me feel like a little kid again. I forgot how much I loved Disney movies. And as I was listening to the soundtrack the other night a drabble pops into my head-and here it is. Just to prove I'm a alive and the like, and a sort of preview for some other things I'm working on.

I do NOT own Tangled, it belongs to Disney-and I apologize for any crazy grammar blips or the like, it was Thanksgiving and I was sleepy.

#22-What I Like

"That," Natsuki announced as she and her family were walking out of the movie theater, "Was one of the sappiest children's movies I've seen in ages," she tossed the now empty popcorn bucket into the trash and took the 3D shades from her eyes. She glanced at Shizuru, "Please tell me you at least agree with me on that. Please," she begged her wife, who was currently reminding their children to put the 3D glasses in the bins.

Shizuru sent a amused smile to Natsuki as she stood upright again, "Kaito and Keiki enjoyed it, Natsuki did not?" she asked, taking the glasses from the bluenette's hand and disposing of them.

Natsuki snorted, "I enjoyed it and all, but come on Shizuru-don't you think that was a bit clichéd? Like you knew what was going to happen in the end?" she asked, beginning to walk from the theater to catch up with the bouncing forms of her children who was excitedly gushing about the movie.

Shizuru gave a warm chuckle, "Perhaps. But that may be because you and I have seen many of these films in our lifetimes. Kaito has only seen one other like this one, and this was Keiki's first Disney movie, so it goes without saying they'd be enraptured, correct?"

Natsuki shrugged, "I guess. It's just…Man I can't wrap my head around it…What's so appealing about these crazy romances that have only two days to develop? I mean…I don't understand how someone could fall in love with someone after only know them for two days," she ran a hand through her hair, "It's just…baffling,"

Shizuru gave Natsuki a sympathetic look and took her hand in her own, "It does seem a little farfetched, doesn't it? Still though, I thought it was cute. The two of them overcoming their initial impressions of each other and falling for one another," she gave Natsuki a slight smirk, "and that Flynn Rider was a dashing fellow, I can understand why he might steal a young maiden's heart," she added.

Natsuki quirked an eyebrow up, "You tryin' to say something there Shizuru?" she watched as her wife rose an eyebrow in return and didn't respond, "Fine, be that way." She muttered.

"Ara, though I understand what Natsuki means when she doesn't understand how someone can fall in love so easily," Shizuru mused, "Considering how long it took her to get her feelings in order. Natsuki must be jealous over how quickly these characters could figure out their feelings," the dig hit and Natsuki's face flooded with color.

"Shut up! Why would I get jealous of a cartoon character?" Natsuki's retort was snippy, and she scowled, but only got a enigmatic smile in return. "Wench…" she growled underneath her breath. It was when they were about to leave the theater that Natsuki smirked, "You know, I'll give that Flynn Rider guy one thing," she mused.

Shizuru blinked, "oh?" she blinked again as she was spun around by the hand into Natsuki's arms.

A devilish grin crossed Natsuki face, "I like brunettes too," she teased, dipping in for a kiss. One that was interrupted by a tugging on her pant leg.

"Natsuki-mama! Hurry Up!" Kaito's voice was whining and antsy, "Keiki and I wanna go have lunch! Come on! You can be all kissy with Shizuru-okaa-chan later!" he tugged on his mother's pant leg again to emphasize his point.

If you're wondering who Keiki is-she's the newest addition to the Kuga-Fujino family. I'll talk about her in another one shot though. This was just pure silliness, thats all. So thank you for putting up with my ridiculous sporadic updates, I promise things will be a bit better this winter season, now that I've finally gotten a hold of my sanity. (Sort of...) Till Next time! And check out the Mai Multiverse! Link's up in my profile!

~Konaxookami

Fluffy, pointless Omake time:

Natsuki: So Keiki-Rapunzel had long hair, huh?

Keiki: -nodnod-

Natsuki: Then how about you try growing your hair out again too? See how cool it was when Rapunzel had long hair?

Keiki: Don't wanna.

Natsuki: heh?

Keiki: People used Rapunzel's hair for bad things! I don't want people to use MY hair for bad things either! Or Keiki will get stuck in a tower and never let out!

Natsuki: urk...Backfired...

(Plan to get Keiki to grow her hair out by seeing a movie with a long haired princess FAILED.)