Can't Wait

Cause I was too young

And I didn't understand that

You were the one

And I can't wait to see you again.

Can't Wait - Jim Yosef (feat. Anna Yvette)

Kasumi has just finished her assignment that has kept her away from her home for quite some time and is finally making her return. Her long ponytail comes to a rest down her back as she lands on a branch.

How long has it been? She asks herself. She has been longing to see her sister for the duration of her time away. The sight of her home gives her renowned energy as she finishes the trip. In a flash she makes it to the front entrance and makes her way inside.

"Hey it's Kasumi," she hears someone call out to her. "Welcome back."

"Thank you," Kasumi responds with a bright smile. "But I am afraid I can't chat. I have someone waiting for me."

Kasumi has been together with her half-sister Ayane since they were able to come to terms with their feelings for each other and Kasumi has enjoyed their time together.

Kasumi rushes through the various people as she makes her way to her home. They have become accepting of the two sisters who have become quite popular. Moments later she feels her heart begin to race as she comes upon the front door. Without bothing to knock, she opens the door and makes her way inside.

"Ayane," she calls playfully. A moment later the lavender haired girl is in front of her with a smile on her face.

"Welcome back," Ayane says as she moves in close. "I missed you."

Kasumi wraps her arm around Ayane's neck and pulls her in for a deep kiss. They separate and Kasumi takes a breath as she takes in Ayane's stare.

"I have been waiting for that," Kasumi says slowly.

"Me too," Ayane responds. "Are you hungry?"

Kasumi backs away slightly and gives Ayane a slightly evil looking smirk. "You have no idea," she says.

Ayane begins to head into the kitchen. "I didn't mean it like that." Moments later she pokes her head out of the doorway. "Yet."

Kasumi feels her heart rate quicken as she follows Ayane. She finds the other girl working on a meal for the two of them.

"Take a seat," Ayane tells her as she finishes up boiling some noodles. "This should be ready shortly."

Kasumi walks up behind Ayane and wraps her arms around the younger girl's waist. "It smells good," she says.

"I wanted to make it special," Ayane responds as she looks toward Kasumi.

Kasumi gives Ayane a small peck on the cheek. "I am sure." She takes a step back and walks over to the table to have a seat. Ayane takes the two bowls and a couple pairs of chopsticks, then joins Kasumi at the table.

She places one of the bowls in front of Kasumi, who eyes it with enthusiasm. She sits down across the table as Kasumi takes a bite. After watching Kasumi's reaction, Ayane sips in a mouthful and mirrors her.

"Mmm," Ayane says with a smile. "Worth the wait?"

"Definitely," Kasumi responds.

As the two work on their bowls, Kasumi gives Ayane a glance and lets out a giggle as she notices some broth running down the girl's chin. Ayane quickly realizes and wipes her arm along her chin to catch the liquid.

"You can be so cute Ayane," Kasumi tells her. "I will never get tired of coming home to you."

"Well if we just go together," Ayane replies. "Then you don't have to worry about being apart. Plus we can watch out for each other."

Kasumi begins to feel relief wash over her. "I would like that," she replies. "We make a good team."

"Yes we do," Ayane says. "I am happy that we were able to come to find our rhythm with each other."

Kasumi takes another bite and stares into her bowl for a moment. She thinks back to how the two were able to come together as a couple and began showing more of their feelings for one another. She smiles to herself as the memories flow through her mind.

"Is it that good?" Ayane asks her.

Kasumi shakes her head to clear her thoughts before she responds. "No it is not that," she says. "I was just reminiscing a little."

"About what?" Ayane asks. "It must be something good."

"It was when I was able to tell you how I really felt."

"I will admit," Ayane replies. "I was shocked at first." She clenches her fist over her heart. "But I feel that I made the right decision when I listened to my heart."

Kasumi places her palm over Ayane's other hand on the table. She replies slowly and quietly. "So am I," she says. "So am I."

They fall into a comfortable silence as they finish their meal. After they have finished eating and cleaning their dishes, they head into the living room and sit together on the couch. Kasumi takes the opportunity to pull Ayane close to herself. Ayane lets out a hum and begins to play with her brown locks.

"You always have such silky hair Kasumi," Ayane says as she raises her eyes toward Kasumi.

"I do take care of it," Kasumi responds. "My shampoo is amazing."

"Didn't I give you that?" Ayane asks as she sits up.

"Yes you did." Kasumi responds with a smile. "And I am grateful. Just like I am grateful for you"

"I am also grateful for you," Ayane tells her. "You are always there for me when I need you."

Kasumi plants a kiss on Ayane's head. "I always will be," she whispers softly. "I always will be."

The two spend a short while sitting with each other before they retire for the night and Kasumi is happy to drift off to sleep in Ayane's embrace.