Hello everyone, This is the longest one yet, I believe :) I hope you all enjoy it, and I'll see you next time!
Also, I was thinking... as things develop in Andy and Kyoya's relationship, how 'far' are you willing to read? Basically, would you prefer a lemon or not, really. :)
I disclaim all that isn't mine. :D
'Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble bee, the small child, and the smiling faces. Smell the rain, and feel the wind. Live your life to the fullest potential, and fight for your dreams.' - Ashley Smith
The two days prior left Andy to be anything but enthusiastic about this charity bullshit. She ended up going to Mrs. Hitachiin once again for fashion advice, only to be taken on a shopping spree… which is another thing Andy disliked.
"I'm never going to find a fucking dress," Andy moans, beating her head against a wall. "Just leave me here to die in humiliation."
Mrs. Hitachiin shakes her head, pulling Andy to her. "Are there colors that as suppose to be followed?"
"I have no idea," Andy says, looking up at her. Normally, she would be shorter than Andy, but the heels make her a tad taller.
"We're on it," The twins say at the same time, one texting Kyoya.
"Let's focus on accessories," She says, steering Andy to the jewelry. "Earrings," She says, "I'm thinking chandelier ones."
"Why not," Andy says, rolling her eyes. There was no saying no to this woman. At all. Andy has tried and failed multiple times.
Andy turns her head away from the jewelry, refusing to see the price. Without even asking Andy for her approval, Mrs. Hitachiin picks out a set, "Alright," She says, "Let's look at shoes."
"Can't I wear flat shoes," Andy wines, Hikaru and Kaoru physically turning her and walking her to the shoe store their mother entered.
"Absolutly not," Hikaru says.
Kaoru nods, "You have very nice legs, but they looks short in proportionate to your torso and arms."
"Gee, thanks," Andy says, her eye twitching.
"Wearing heels will make your leg look longer, and it'll show off one of your greatest features," Hikaru says, with Kaoru nodding.
"I'd rather look short and stumpy," And mutters under her breath, as they enter the store.
"Louboutin shows look great on you, and the red sole matches you're hair lovely," Mrs. Hitachiin says, looking through shoes.
"The colors are white and black, most people wearing mostly black with white accents," Kaoru calls out.
Mrs. Hitachiin smirks, "Black with small bits of white, hm? Well, Andy you're going to do the opposite."
"Why in the world would we do that," Andy asks, crossing her arms
"For you to stand out," She says as f it was the most obvious thing in the world.
"And," Hikaru says, "I'll surely make Kyoya's stepmother angry."
"I'll do it," Andy says, her hand going to the bruise on her cheek. It was a green-yellow color today, and it should be able to cover with make up for the charity event tonight.
"That's the spirit," Mrs. Hitachiin says, grinning. "I think she should use a necklace distract from your behemoth shoulders…"
The shoes were picked out and Andy wasn't even allowed to look at them. They went after dresses, looking at all the white ones. They either made her look 'flat chested(Which is an accomplishment, since she was at least a C Cup… maybe a big B… she thinks)' or 'like an American football linebacker in the shoulders' or, even, the word she's even heard, 'like a butch lesbian midget'. Andy bit her tongue, changing out all their picks.
"I'm thinking this is impossible," Andy says, rubbing her temples.
"No, it isn't," Mrs. Hitachiin says, looking off into the distance, "Get back into the dressing room, now."
Andy rolls her eyes, doing so. She strips down for about the seventh time that day. A dress was handed to her over the door. She gets it on. It had straps that were like black ribbon, not too small and not too big. She opens the door, letting her zip the back part up. It fit perfectly, so that was a start. She noticed that it went to the middle of her shin, so people could still see the shoes… whatever they look like. Andy steps out looking at the mirror. Her mouth drops… she doesn't really recognize herself at all. She looked… well, like a girl. Anyone who saw her would never think she was a soccer player… ok maybe they would, because, come on, with those guns she has, she'd have to me an athlete. She sees that there's a black lace like pattern around the middle or her, starting just under her breasts. It had small little crystals that sparkled whenever she moved, making her looking radiant. The sight actually borough tears to Andy's eyes.
However, they started running late, and only have about… 15 minutes before she was suppose to be picked up by Kyoya, much less be out of here.
"Oh shit," Andy says, holding up the dress and sprinting towards the makeup counter. "Text Kyoya and tell him to pick me up here!"
"The ladylike image is officially lost," Hikaru says, Kaoru nodding, while texting away.
Andy was smart. Instead of buying make up, she put a coat on over, and simply used the stuff that the counter that you could try. She put on concealer all over, hiding the burse and some of her freckles. A bit of foundation and power, much to her displeasure. She added a bit of blush, but not too much to make her look like a doll. She took the sample stick of white eyeliner, coating her whole eye, and then adding silver with a hit of black toward her lashes. The white eyeliner making it more vivid and last longer, lighting her green eyes. She got some gel eyeliner, making a medium sized line, ending it with a flick, to make her eyes look wider and brighter. Mascara, using multiple throw away lash wands to get them right. Apparently the one she used had shimmery glitter in it, not that she cared. Lastly, lip stain, which she bought, but whatever. She used a shade called 'flirty nude', which was quite a funny name, in her eyes.
Her hair was another issue. However, Mrs. Hitachiin saves the day, braiding her bangs starting about a bit mad the middle of her head and around her forehead, and out her face, and them the rest of her hair is put into a very nice, neat bun.
She made a mad dash, a sales associate ringing up the dress while on her and removing all that needed to be removed. The shoes and the earrings were rung up as well. She throws the shows on, seeing them just a peep toe black pump, then got the earrings in her ears just as Kyoya came through the door and spotted her.
She hugs Mrs. Hitachiin, thanking her and telling her she'd see her there.
Her hand meets Kyoya's as she looks up at him.
"Eventful day," He asks, opening the door for her.
"More so than I care to mention, actually," Andy says, "I'm already super tired."
"Well, you've got about four hours until you can think of sleeping," He says, escorting her to the limo.
"Damn."
"Andy."
"Oh shit… oh dammit, I did it again!"
They get in and he sighs, "Let it all out before we get there."
Andy throws her bag to the side, then starts shouting off a string of profanities that are quite thoughtful placed together, when you think about it. Kyoya cannot understand how a person could have such a talent creating a sentence to be the absolute most profane thing it could possibly be. Andy nods, showing that she's done.
"Oh, Mrs. Hitachiin forgot the necklace," She says, panicking.
"No, she didn't," Kyoya says, looking at her.
"Yes, she did," Andy says, "Saying something about 'distracting from my behemoth shoulders'. They we're quite rude all day…"
"I'm saying they didn't because I have one for you," He says, looking at her.
"Please tell me-"
"I didn't spend money," He says, "In fact, this was left to me by someone." He takes a case from his jacket pocket, opening it and showing it to her. "The person this came from was born in February, and it's that month's flower, a Primrose, and an Amethyst, the month's gemstone. I'd like you to have it." He gives the open case to Andy. She gasps, seeing it. It was so beautiful, making her smile. She takes it out, carefully, noticing that the chain was… silver? Platinum? Kyoya puts it on her, making her smile, she leans over, giving him a kiss on the cheek. They pull up to a huge building andy guessed that was sued for these sorts of events. It was very sleek and all you could see was glass door opens and they leave. Flashing lights are everywhere, and Andy takes a deep breath, and puts on her game face.
Which, for once, consisted of a smile… shockingly.
"Kyoya," She asks, looking up at him once they were out of the flashing lights.
"Yes?"
"Who's necklace was this," She asks, looking down at it.
"My mother's."
Her eyes widen, she looks up at him, "Kyoya, I can't-"
"Yes," He says, "You can. And you will."
They walk around the building, Andy looking for the room they were supposed to be. The main ballroom, apparently. They entered, Andy's mouth practically hitting the floor with how beautiful everything looked. The entire wall to the left was one huge window that you could see the sun setting out of. Giant chandeliers hung from the ceiling, making the entire room light up. The floor was marble, and looked perfect, and there were little tables scatted where people were to sit. The chairs had black drapings over them and white bows, just to make them look pretty. The tables were set with beautiful shining dining ware, crystal glasses and a wonderful center piece. All in all, it was classy, and making Andy feel very out of place.
She nods, looking and seeing his father and step mother greeting everyone. They stop, Andy smiling at both of them, "Ootori-sama, Ootori-san, thank you for the invitation here tonight."
"Thank you, Val-san, for attending," Kyoya's father says, "My wife thought that perhaps would were not going to be able to come."
"I am a woman of my word, I assure you," Andy says, "And if I say I'm going to go somewhere, that's where I'll be." She could feel his Step mother's eyes on her, and the necklace that now sat upon her.
"Good," He says, nodding.
Andy and Kyoya walk forward, taking some seats next to, low and behold, the twins.
"You're handling yourself well," Hikaru says.
"All I wanted to do was wring her neck with my bare hands," Andy says, putting her napkin in her lap. "I didn't know there was going to be dinner as well."
Kyoya simply nods, looking around at all the people. Normally, when he was with her, he was at ease and relaxed. Now, however, was just the opposite. He was so tense, it was making Andy tense as well.
After a few more minutes, it seems as if everyone who was attending was there, and then the food came out. It was some sort of… duck, or something? Andy wasn't too sure, but, hey, she wasn't one to pass up a free meal. She politely ate, making small talk with the twins, their mother and Fuyumi and her husband, who were all at their table. Andy was glad she wasn't forced to be sitting at the same table with Madam Bitch. At least something went good with today.
After countless courses and people complaining they were so stuffed, dessert was brought out. It was a chocolate cake, but when Andy bit into it, it had caramel between the layers. So that's two things now. After she finished hers, Kyoya slid his in front of her, and she ate his too. A couple of women giving her looks and muttering things about how much she ate, but, you know what, Andy doesn't think they have room to talk.
They, after all, were a couple pounds overweight, while Andy was the perfect picture of a healthy person. Andy looks a sip of her drink, nearly spitting it out.
It was champagne… and it was revolting.
Andy set it down, trying to keep a very 'improper' word from coming out her mouth.
"How come you didn't warn me," Andy asks Kyoya.
"I thought you we're able to figure it out because it's bubbling," He says, smirking.
Andy glares, setting it down.
Finally, after everyone was done, a woman steps up to a small stage that was in the room. "Hello, everyone and thank you all for coming to this charity auction sponsored by the Ootori Medical Company." Everyone lets a light round of applause erupt, then the woman steps back up to the microphone, "This s a silent auction, so unless you're saying how much you want to bet on the selected items that are here today, " she smiles, "You might not want to speak. All the items are donated from several places, and they have told me to say that none of them shall be receiving a dime for any of this."
Andy leans back, but still looking as if she had good posture. Item after item was auctioned off, but she never get on anything. Everything from an old and rare tea set to even a grand piano. Andy just ignored everything, looking off into space out the giant window at the stars. All that was going through her mind was training ideas, Olympic gold, and Kyoya.
However, there was one thing that caught her attention.
It was given to them to be auctioned off by a private collector. It was a U.S. flag, one that flew at the 1996 Summer Olympics and signed by none other than the women's national soccer team. Andy rose out of her seat, her eyes on it. The paddle she was given on the table. She looks down at it, then closes her eyes. She knows she can't afford it. She can't afford anything here, even the least expensive one. Andy had to stop herself from crying as it was sold to someone. She didn't dare to look at who won it, but she hoped it went to someone who would take care of it. Kyoya takes her hand, giving it a squeeze. She nods, smiling.
Finally, all the auctions were done, and it was time for everyone to dance.
Yet another one of Andy's most hated things. She hates it, she always steps on people's toes, and Kyoya was no different. "Sorry," She mutters, looking down, but all she could see is dress.
"Look at me," He says.
Andy does, nodding.
"Back straight, shoulders back, and relax," He says, "No one here is trying to tackle you."
Andy laughs, doing as he says. After he told her that, she only stepped on his toes twice more. She actually felt… pretty.
And with a job where you're covered in sweat and dirt, that's not an easy feeling to come by.
After a few songs, Andy excused herself to the ladies restroom. She walks in, looking over herself in the mirror. She doesn't have to use the rest room, she simply wanted to get a moment to herself. And she was getting one… until Mrs. Ootori has to some in.
"Oh," She says, "Adeline, I didn't realize you were here."
Andy nods, "Right."
"So," She says, "That necklace… where did you get it."
"It was a gift from Kyoya," Andy says, trying hard to be civil.
"Really," She says, "And he told you that it was his mothers?"
"Yes, he did."
"Did he also tell you how much I've always wanted that certain necklace?"
Andy shakes her head, "No, he didn't."
"Why would he give it to you and not me," She asks, a scowl coming to her face.
"Probably because I mean more to him and I appreciate the meaning behind him giving it to me a lot more than you ever would have."
"How dare you," She says, her eyes lighting up with anger.
"Why do you want it, then," Andy asks, crossing her arms.
"It's lovely and a rather rare piece, the last one from a famous jeweler before she died."
"That's all," Andy asks.
"Is there suppose to be something more," She asks, clearly annoyed.
"The fact you have to ask that is why you were never given it," Andy says, turning to leave the restroom.
"Mark my words, Adeline Val," She says in a very angered tone, "I WILL have that necklace, one day."
Andy smirks, "That'll be the day I fucking die, then."
Andy leaves, quickly finding herself next to Kyoya. She looks back, seeing her exit the bathroom, butting on a strained fake smile.
After a few more songs and dances, everyone was ready to leave, and Andy and Kyoya we're the first ones to do so. Andy thanked his father and stepmother, saying that it was a wonderful time. Kyoya and his father talked about something or another that she didn't understand. The second she was in the limo, she immediately made Kyoya cover his eyes so she could change, after he undid the zipper for her, of course.
She gets back into her sweat pants and tanktop. The only thing she more to the party left on was her necklace. She leans back, snuggling against Kyoya. "All done," She says.
"You didn't have to come," He says.
"I did it for you," She says. "Man… that flag…"
"I knew that would be in your mind."
"I hope whoever got it has taken good care of it."
"Adeline," He says, "The person who bought it w-"
"I don't want to know," She says, snuggling closer to him.
"Alright," He says, wrapping his arms around her, giving her a kiss on the forehead. It was the last thing she remembered before going to sleep.
The next Moring, she wakes up in her bed. She stretches, and get's ready for her Morning run. However, a package in front of her door stops her. She opens it and, much to her astonishment, it was the flag she saw last night. Tears killed her eyes as she hugged it close.
There was a small note, and on it said "Enjoy! :D – Sawa" Andy thinks… Sawa… where has she heard that name before?
