I Feel The Love
I feel the love, I want to get to know you.
I feel the love, let the past burn into the sun.
I feel the love, I really want to show you now.
I feel the love, I want to get to know you.
I feel the love, let the past burn into the sun.
Can't get enough, so much I want to show you now.
I Feel The Love - Tritonal/Ross Lynch
Momiji proudly steps into the halls of the Dead or Alive Academy for Girls. Due to being a third year, she wears a long black skirt that flows down her thin legs to her knees. A white button shirt covers her top with a red ribbon around her neck. As she makes her way toward her locker, she hears someone call out to her.
"Momiji-senpai."
She is approached by Kasumi with a big smile. "Good morning."
"Oh, Kasumi. Good morning."
The amber haired girl quickly makes her way over toward where Momiji is standing. Her short skirt twirls a little with her movements. "I saw you this morning practicing. Good luck with your match on Saturday."
Momiji has been the captain of the kendo club since her second year. She has been winning tournaments all across the area due to her strong will and training schedule.
"Thank you," Momiji replies as she opens her locker and changes shoes. "I am looking forward to it."
"I will be sure to cheer you on."
Momiji notices how Kasumi looks a little nervous. "Do you want someone to practice with?"
Kasumi acts a little stunned. "Me?"
"Who else?"
"Why not me?"
They turn to the owner of the vice a few lockers down.
"Oh, Ayane," Kasumi says. "Good morning. When did you get here?"
"Just now," Ayane replies. She turns to face the other two. "And I am quite good with a sword." She points toward Momiji. "Just ask her."
"Yes she is," Momiji says. "She has been putting in some long hours."
"I do appreciate the one on one time," Ayane replies.
Kasumi thinks about the two of them alone during a practice session.
"Good Ayane," Momiji says as she puts down her sword. "Let me show you something." Momiji moves behind the lavender haired girl. Like this."
Momiji presses against Ayane's body as she places her hands on Ayane's kendo stick. Ayane feels a slight pressure on her back that makes her hitch her breath slightly.
Ayane begins to blush slightly, "Senpai," she says. "You are too close."
"Just relax." She brings Ayane's hands up and back with a swift motion. "Good." She makes a few more quick swings as Ayane moves with her. Momiji releases her grip and backs away slightly, leaving the younger girls to continue by herself.
"Just keep that up," Momiji tells her. "I'll be back in a few minutes."
As Momiji begins to walk toward the exit, Ayane calls to her. She turns to where Ayane is standing.
Ayane moves over to where Momiji has stopped. She takes the older girl's hand and brings it up to her chest.
"You have been someone for me to look up to," Ayane tells her. "I wanted to push myself and become stronger. You have given me the opportunity to be a part of this club, and I wanted to thank you."
Ayane feels herself get pulled toward Momiji's chest. "Senpai?"
"You have become quite a strong competitor," Momiji says in a low voice. "It makes me proud to have you be a part of this team." She gently tilts Ayane's head by her chin. They come closer together until Momiji gives Ayane a k…
"Hey." Ayane's voice breaks Kasumi's thoughts. "Hello. Are you okay? You look a little red."
Kasumi leans back and swallows as she comes back to reality. "Oh," she says. "I was just having a little vision."
"About what?" Leifang walks up to join the group. "I bet it was embarrassing."
"Oh uh," Kasumi says. "It was something about Momiji-senpai."
Momiji looks at Kasumi with a grin. "What was happening?"
"Just you working with Ayane."
Leifang's eyes widened with surprise. "Ayane was spending time alone with Senpai?" She rushes closer to Momiji. "Can I get some time with you as well?"
"Well since you asked nicely." Momiji responds as she grasps Leifang's chin. "I suppose I could find time for you."
"Momiji-senpai…"
"Hey," Hitomi says, interrupting them. "I need some training time too. I won't let you have it all."
Leifang quickly pulls back from surprise. She turns to where Hitomi is standing. The brown haired girl moves over to them and pulls on Momiji's arm. "Come on Senpai," she says. "I need you to help me with some homework."
Leifang responds by taking hold of Momiji's free arm and giving it a tug. "You can figure it out. I need her help."
"Now just slow down you two," Momiji says. "Hitomi, why don't you have Kasumi or Ayane help you?"
Hitomi keeps her hold and looks over to where the others are standing. "I don't want to have them," she says. "I need your help."
The bell signals for their first class. Momiji breaks free from their grip and fixes her shirt. "Now run along girls," she says. "Don't want you to be late."
-XX-
As the teacher moves on with their lesson, Momiji takes down some notes. She thinks about the way the others were acting earlier that morning. A smile forms on her lips and she lets out a little laugh as she plays with her pen. They sure do have a lot of spirit.
Momiji looks across the courtyard to the other wing of the building. She spots Kokoro with a confused look on her face. Oh Kokoro looks like she is having trouble. I should ask her later if she needs some help.
A moment later Kasumi leans into her view from the desk in front of Kokoro. The dark haired girl appears to become more positive as she listens to Kasumi. Momiji watches them for a moment before going back to her book. The teacher has her answer a question which brings her mind back to her own classroom. She makes a mantle note to talk with them later.
-XX-
As lunchtime approaches, Momiji makes her way to get her bento. Inside her locker is a small envelope. Her name is on the front and she recognizes the handwriting from one of the first years. "Honoka?" She opens the envelope and begins to read the letter inside. "She is looking to see me later." After replacing the letter in the envelope, she places it into her bag. "I will be looking forward to it."
After a short walk down toward her usual eating spot. Momiji hears Kasumi call out to her. She spots the girl sitting under a large tree with Ayane and Kokoro. Momiji stools in their direction and takes a seat next to Kasumi. "What do we have today?"
"Chicken salad," Kasumi answers. "Ayane has sushi."
Momiji looks down to Ayane's box. "Oh. I have the same."
"I bet mine is better," Ayane responds as she takes a bite.
Momiji takes out a piece of her own lunch. She holds it out towards Ayane. "Oh do you? Care to try?"
Ayane hesitates for a moment. "I couldn't."
"Come on Ayane," Momiji tells her. "Just try it."
Kokoro leans in toward the offering. "Can I try?"
"Of course."
Ayane gives Kokoro a glare. "No," she says sternly. "I want to try it."
Momiji watches as Ayane takes the small bite in her mouth. Everyone watches her intently as she chews. Her red eyes light up from the combination of flavors.
"Must be good," Momiji says.
Kasumi tilts her head a little from confusion. "Ayane? What does it taste like?"
"I was wrong," Ayane says with delight. "Senpai is the best."
"I want some too," Kokoro says as she leans on Momiji. "Please Momiji-senpai."
They take turns having a taste of everyone's offerings. Lunchtime quickly passes by and it is soon time to return to their classes.
"Make sure you finish up soon," Leifang tells them as she passes by with Hitomi. "Next period will be starting soon." She gives Momiji a smile. "See you there Momiji-senpai."
"I don't care if she is a genius," Kokoro says. "She will not beat me."
Momiji stands and brushes off her skirt. "What will I do with you girls?"
The remaining girls watch Momiji as she walks off to class. They take a moment to gather their things and quickly set off toward their own classes. A few minutes later Momiji is headed down the hallway and passes by the first year wing. The first year students are beginning their own lunch period and she catches their attention.
"It's Momiji-senpai," she hears one of them call out. "She is so cool."
"Hello Honoka. Marie Rose," Momiji says. "How is your eye?"
"Just fine." She brings her hand up toward her face. "But it does feel kind of weird."
"Do you mind if I take a look?"
Momiji bends down and leans in close toward Honoka's face. The bystanders react to the display with a collective gasp.
"Senpai," Honoka says as a blush forms across her face. "Too close."
"Just let me see."
Marie Rose points her finger toward the two. "Ah, Honoka, what are you doing?"
"It's not me," Honoka replies, turning toward the blonde. "Momiji-senpai is checking out my eyes."
Marie Rose quickly moves over to Honoka and examines her face. She turns toward Momiji and back to Honoka with a curious glare. Momiji lets out a giggle from her reaction.
"Just because you beat me in bust," Marie Rose says with some jealousy in her voice. "I won't let you use that to take Senpai's affection."
"Honoka was just showing me her eye," Momiji says. "I would not put her ahead of you."
"But what about Kasumi-senpai," the blonde replies. "Or Ayane-senpai. I see the way you all act around each other during your club."
Momiji shows a warm smile. "They are my fellow club members," she says. "I have a lot of respect for them. Just like they do for me." She finishes as she turns to continue down the hall. "Work hard, both of you, and become exceptional in your own right."
-XX-
Momiji quickly heads for the classroom. The short delay makes her in a hurry to arrive on time. She rounds the final corner and comes into contact with Hitomi who falls to the floor.
"Hitomi." Momiji hears Leifang say. "Are you okay?"
The brown haired girl rubs her head. "I'm fine." She raises her eyes to see who she ran into. "Sorry about that."
The two get a startled look. "Momiji-senpai!"
"What are you two doing out here?" Momiji asks them. "Hasn't class started already?"
"Not quite," Leifang tells her as she helps Hitomi to her feet. "We have a little time."
"Then we should hurry," Momiji replies as she stands up.
They head down the hall with Hitomi and Leifang both sticking close to Momiji. They give each other a fiery look and get a little closer to her. The black haired girl looks at Hitomi and then Leifang. "You two need to get along," she says. "Don't let me put a wedge between you two."
"But you are the one everyone looks up to," Hitomi tells her.
"You are so strong," Leifang adds. "And beautiful."
"You can't have Kasumi taking all your time. I am stronger than she is."
"Then maybe you should join our club," Momiji replies. "I think you both could do quite well."
They approach the classroom and Momiji opens the door. "Let me know what you think." She steps inside and heads for her seat, leaving Hitomi and Leifang by themselves as they continue toward their own room.
"I know I could beat Kasumi," Hitomi says.
"Do you want to join just to be in the club?" Leifang gives her friend a serious look. "Or to get closer to Momiji-senpai?"
Hitomi jumps a little at the question. "Well," she says as she scratches her head. "Senpai is really strong, and I think she could really help me. Just some time with her could make me…" She trails off as she begins to daydream a little.
"Hey, Hitomi."
Nothing.
"Hitomi," Leifang repeats louder.
"Yes?!" Hitomi jumps again.
"We are here," Leifang tells her as she opens the door. A grin forms on her face "So you do want to get closer to Senpai?"
"No...I mean...I…"
They step inside and are met by Kokoro standing before them with her arms crossed.
"What kept you?"
"We had a little accident in the hall," Leifang answers.
Kokoro points her finger toward them. "I bet you were with Momiji-senpai."
"If you must know," Leifang responds. "Yes. We ran into her in the hall."
"Literally," Hitomi adds.
"I knew it," Kokoro says. "You two are trying to get Senpai to yourselves." She folds her arms in front of her. "She deserves someone who is more gentle and kind."
"Who?" Hitomi points toward the window. "Like Kasumi?"
The amber haired girl, who was trying to avoid attention, looks up from her textbook.
"Looks like you have been called out," Ayane tells Kasumi from the desk ahead of her.
"I guess," Kasumi says as she places down her book.
Kokoro opens her mouth but is interrupted by the teacher. "Alright everyone. Take your seats."
The three head for their desks as the teacher begins their lesson. Kasumi looks over to Kokoro, who gives her determined gaze. "Don't mind her," Ayane whispers. "She just gets jealous."
Kasumi tries to focus on the class, but can't help thinking of what just happened. Kokoro is determined, but she can't beat me.
-XX-
Momiji arrives just in time before her class starts. She heads for her seat and Leifang leans over toward her. "Don't let them bother you," the Chinese girl tells her. "They are just determined."
"You talk like you are not."
"Oh I am," Leifang answers with a confident smile. "You are the most popular girl here. You have all the underclassmen looking up to you." She leans in closer. "I heard the rumor about you and Kasumi and I am going to do my best to make you my partner."
"Does that mean you are going to join our club?"
"If that is what it takes," Leifang responds. "I am not going to have Kasumi take you."
Momiji thinks about her fellow club members as she listens to the teacher. Both Kasumi and Ayane have been working so hard. They want me to applaud them. I should show them how much I appreciate their effort.
As class moves by, Momiji comes up with a plan for what to do with the other girls. They will all be there to cheer me on during my match. That will be a good opportunity. She takes a look toward the window and a smile forms on her face. This weekend is going to be fun.
-XX-
The day of Momiji's match arrives and she is fully prepared physically and mentally. She stands dressed in her gear as she awaits her turn in the final duel. Her amber eyes scan the stands and she easily spots a familiar group of girls. Kasumi, who was victorious in her earlier match, sits in the first row in front of them. In the ring, Ayane fights hard and surpasses her opponent.
Momiji walks over to congratulate Ayane on her victory. She takes the helmet from the younger girl's head and gives her a smile.
"You fought well," Momiji tells her as she places her hand on Ayane's cheek.
Ayane closes her eyes and places her hand over Momiji's. "Thank you," she says. "Senpai."
There is a slight roar from the stands as they react to the scene. Ayane looks toward them and back to Momiji. "Good luck."
Momiji steps into the ring and finishes with her gear. She makes quick work of the match and emerges the victor.
"Let's do this again," she says as she shakes the other girl's hand. She steps out of the ring and Kasumi is there to meet her.
"That was great Momiji-senpai," the younger girl tells her. "You won."
Momiji takes Kasumi's chin in her hand and leans in close. "It was for you," she whispers. "My little cherry blossom."
Kasumi moves in before they are interrupted by a horde.
"You are so strong," Hitomi says.
"The strongest," Leifang says.
"She needs another gentle spirit," Kokoro says.
"Like me," Maire Rose says.
"No me," Honoka counters.
"I will fight you all for her," Ayane tells them.
Momiji looks toward the group and back at Kasumi. "Don't worry," she says. "They won't defeat you."