A New Start
This Chapter of my first fic is dedicated to my teacher, Mrs. Chester, who never stopped helping me to understand myself. Thanks!! And keep on reviewing! Here is the paragraph from the last chapter in case you forgot…
Hikari had gotten Takeru the videotape and a silver picture frame with her crest of light and Takeru's crest of hope. Takeru had gotten Hikari a golden locket with their crests, one on the front and one on the back. Inside was a picture of them together, taken at a park on a summer day. He had also gotten her the Sakura blossoms, which were so symbolic for it brought the joy to the people that spring was coming.
Disclaimer: Very unfortunately, I don't own Digimon, Fox Kids, or Its associates. Cause if I did, Daisuke would have already died an excruciatingly gory death. The new episode "Dramon Power" was pretty cool. Gennai actually looks good!!
"Mom, I'm home," shouted Takeru while he was taking off his shoes.
"Already? I thought you were coming home after your party at Satoru's house!" replied Miss Takaishi.
"Heh. I forgot I left the presents at home mom, and it was out of the question to carry them to the mall. Anyway, I have to wrap one last minute present."
Takeru made his way to his bedroom. He made his bed and plunked himself down on it. He took the items out of the pink party bag and placed them beside him. Under one of his desk drawers, he took a package of snowy white tissue paper and cut the top open. With his fingers, Takeru gingerly took the tissue paper out and put one layer on the bottom of the pink bag, placed the flowers on top and another layer of white tissue on top. He wrapped the blue velvet case in a layer of tissue paper and placed it in the bag as well. From underneath his bed, Takeru produced a cute Christmas card with two angels on the front. He had written this card for a long time, planning each meaningful word carefully. The card read:
Dear Hikari,
After these long years, I have finally come to realize something. At first, I thought it was just a phrase, or maybe a teenage thing, you know. Now, I'm in grade 12 and I am mature enough to realize that I do love you with my heart, soul, and dedication. It wasn't just how wonderful you look all the time; it's your charisma, your charm, and most of all, your personality. An Angel. Without your light, all hope is lost. I don't want to lose you to anything else so I'm saying this now in fear that reality might wake me out of a dream. One thing I know for sure, I love you… and I always will, forever.
Love, Takeru Takaishi
Takeru put the card on top of everything else in the bag. He changed into black dress pants to look a little nicer, jelled his hair, grabbed a big red bag lying in a pile in a corner, and hauled it out of his room carrying the pink bag separately.
"Do you need a drive, honey?" questioned Miss Takaishi as she looked up from her newspaper.
"Sure, mom. Just to the school, only if your not busy." Responded Takeru
"Of course, dear. It's Christmas."
Miss Takaishi helped Takeru load the presents into the backseat the car door slammed and a few minutes later, Takeru was buckling up his gray seatbelt. His mother started the engine and they were off to Odaiba High.
Hikari finally reached home, her feet slightly tired.
"Home so early? I thought you were going to a party with your brother." Asked Mrs. Kamiya.
"I know. I forgot that Taichi was driving me to the party and I had to come back home to get the rest of the presents. I nearly forgot!"
"Hikari, are you home yet?" Taichi questioned as he stepped into the apartment.
"Yeah, bro, I just came back. Change of plans by the way. Can you drive me over to Odaiba High? We need to pick up Takeru. We were originally going to walk there but I forgot you were driving me to Satoru's house." Grinned Hikari.
"Sure, no problem. Anything for my sister's boyf...Ummphh." Taichi was cut short by Hikari blushing madly and glaring into his eyes while shutting him up with her hand.
"Ok, ok, I'm sorry. Geeze, girls these days."
"That's better. I have to get the presents and change. Do anything you need to do now. Were leaving in fifteen minutes."
"I have a very bossy sister indeed." Taichi said as he ran into the bathroom to gel his hair before his sister could get to him. Hikari skipped into her room and found a light blue gift bag in her gift supplies drawer and placed Takeru's presents inside. She muttered to herself
"I won't need to give him a card. I'll give him something else." Said she as she smiled.
Hikari changed into a red skirt with a green trim and of course, her usual outerwear. She carefully combed her hair and put a mistletoe clip in her hair. Hikari took a bag of presents from the mess in Taichi's old room and hauled it to the front hall.
"Taichi!!! Are you ready yet?"
"Coming." He answered back.
He suddenly sprang out of the corridor and landed right by his shoes. He placed his shoes on the correct feet and held the door for his sister. Hikari followed in her clicking white boots and walked down to the parking lot with her brother. He opened the driver door and with a click unlocked the passenger seat for Hikari. With a flick of a button, his silver sedan's trunk opened and Taichi helped Hikari load the big bag of gifts into the trunk. Hikari climbed into the backseat as Taichi geared the engine. They were off to Odaiba High.
Hikari arrived at the school entrance earlier than Takeru. She sat patiently on Taichi's car front. A few minutes later, the blinding light of headlights came into view as another car made a turn to the parking lot. Takeru came out of the car and went over to Hikari.
"So, ready to go there?"
"Yep, by the way, my brother's driving us there. Sorry I didn't tell you but it slipped my mind. Oh, and don't worry. He drives ok." Laughed Hikari as she wiped a hint of horror off Takeru's face.
"Ok, then. I'll go get my presents and we can make our way to Satoru's house."
Taichi was just finishing talking with Miss Takaishi.
"Yep, I'll bring him back right after the party."
"Thank-you. Drive Safely."
"Yo, Mom, I need the presents. Ok?"
"Yeah. Just take them."
"Here, I'll help." Offered Taichi.
Five minutes later, Taichi's car was packed and al ready to go. Hikari and Takeru were sitting in the backseat.
"Bye mom."
"Bye Miss Takaishi."
Takeru's mother waved good-bye as she got back into her car Taichi looked at his rearview mirror and asked
"So, you two excited?"
"Yeah," they both responded in unison. Taichi chuckled,
"Looks like you two are fall…" he mimicked Piedmon.
Takeru and Hikari both went "SHUT UP!" at the same time.
"Ok, ok, I'll shut up now! Geeze," Taichi responded.
The rest of the car ride was endured in peaceful silence mixed in with a bit of tenseness in the air except for Takeru whispering something to Hikari in which she giggled. Taichi smiled. He made a couple of turns before reaching a street laden with apartments and complexes. He stopped in front of a gray one neatly placed on a corner. He then swerved into the parking area and found a spot.
"Were here, everybody get your presents." Taichi practically shouted. Hikari and Takeru had fallen into a small nap on each other's shoulders. They both woke up startled and blushing.
"Let's go then." Takeru recovered in fear of Taichi's jokes.
He opened the door and kept it open for Hikari, which curtsied politely while giggling at the same time. Taichi opened the trunk and carefully placed the bag of presents on the pavement, in fear of damaging something. Hikari and Takeru grabbed the bags and went to the main lobby at the apartment. They rang on room 204 on level 3.
"Hello?"
"Satoru, were here!" Hikari and Takeru both laughed into the microphone.
"Ok, wait one second."
The door clicked and Taichi, Hikari and Takeru all entered heading to the elevator hauling the bags beside them. The security guard looked at them peculiarly. The elevator beeped as Taichi pressed the up button and the doors slid open. They walked in and pressed the floor three button. It lit up.
"Ding!"
"Ok, let's go!" ordered Taichi.
Takeru and Hikari obediently followed after Taichi dragging their belongings with them.
"Ding Dong!"
The door creaked open as Satoru welcomed the three of the digi-destined.
"Hello. Welcome to my house. Please come in."
"Oh Satoru, you don't have to be that formal. Were just here to help out and enjoy the rest of the party!" exclaimed Hikari.
The trio stepped into the apartment as Satoru helped with their coats. Miyako was peeking behind a doorway as she was already there.
"Hi gang!"
"Hey Miyako. You're here early!"
"I know. I came to help out too!"
Dumping the bags of presents underneath the Christmas tree as Satoru had instructed, they followed him into the kitchen.
"Mother, these are my friends Taichi, Takeru and Hikari."
"Hello. Nice to meet you."
"Nice to meet you too Mrs. Ijicouji." They answered politely in unison.
"You guys can either help me in the kitchen are decorate the tree." Spoke Satoru.
"I'll help you in the kitchen Satoru and Hikari, you and Takeru can work on the Christmas tree ok?" answered Taichi evilly. He wanted Hikari and Takeru to be together.
"Fine." They both mumbled a bit embarrassed.
"Here are the ornaments. If you have any trouble, just come and tell me about it." Said Satoru handing a box of the sparkling decorations to Hikari.
"What about Miyako?" Hikari enquired.
"Oh, she is helping me in the kitchen as well. Ok?"
"Yeah. Fine."
Takeru and Hikari exchanged a few glances and entered the living room. They made small conversation while hanging the ornaments a bit nervous, embarrassed, and elated, mixed in all together. Soon, the doorbell started to ring more often as Satoru greeted more of the digi-destined and put them into jobs. Hikari and Takeru became a bit more relaxed after this. An hour ticked by and all the digi-destined ha dropped by the living room to say hi to Takeru and Hikari, including Yamato.
"HI lil' bro! Long time no see…"
"Hi Yamato." Takeru responded as he stood by from his kneeling position.
Yamato gave him a hug and as he did he whispered something in his ear.
"Good luck with Hikari."
Takeru backed away and looked strangely at him. Then he understood and glared at his brother.
"I'll get you." He muttered.
"Bye, I have to be going now." And Yamato was off with that.
Takeru resumed his job until Satoru's voice filled the air. Music had already started playing on Satoru's CD player but his voice overpowered it.
"Ok everybody. Stop your jobs. It's time for the big Christmas dinner."
Everyone proceeded to the dining room where food was laid out in bowls. It was going to be served buffet style so everyone could pick and choose their favorite foods and sit wherever and with whomever they wanted to. There was a big roasted turkey in the center of the table baked to perfection with layers of sauce dripped on top, and then there were the creamy mashed potatoes moist with warmth, a bowl of luscious brown gravy, a trio of steamed vegetables, and a lot more mouth-watering foods. There was also a rice cooker filled to the brim with rice, and a stack of bone china plates with forks and knives on the side.
Satoru announced, "Before we dig into the grand feast before us, I would like Daisuke, my best friend, to say grace."
The digi-destined murmured in approval.
"Well," stammered Daisuke "Thank-you. It is an honor."
Everyone bowed their heads as Daisuke started, " Dear heavenly father. We are gathered here today to celebrate the birth of your son, Jesus Christ. He has brought so much compassion and love to our world and his sprit still lives on in our hearts. We are blessed with angels (A/N: He was referring to Hikari and Takeru) that have caring hearts upon this earth, yet we take them for granted some times. Father, forgive our sins so we may lead honest lives. Lastly, thank-you for the blessing of food you have given before us. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen."
There was silence before the digi-destined raised their heads. Finally, everyone got their plates and the food and sat down to socialize with their friends. They were all pretty surprised at Daisuke's mature prayer. Finally, dinner was finished and dessert was eaten by those still not stuffed by the meal. The digi-destined gathered in the living room as they started handing out presents and wishing each other a merry Christmas and a happy New Year. Takeru waited for the right moment. As soon as Hikari was finished handing out all but one presents, which he assumed was his, he told himself. "It's now or never Takeru!" Takeru walked over to Hikari and asked her
"Hikari, there is something I need to tell you. Will you go out to the porch with me for some air?"
Hikari's heart skipped a beat.
"Sure, there's something I need to talk to you about too." She nervously whispered. They both stepped out to the porch to the chilly night air. The sky was already dark blue swirling with tiny pinpoints of light.
"So, what is it you want to tell me?" asked Hikari.
Narrator: Will Takeru and Hikari finally admit their feelings for each other? Find out next time on Digimon, Digital Monsters.
(A/N): I am sick today so I couldn't finish the story. Please keep on read and reviewing or I can't push myself to write anymore!! Ja ne!!
This Chapter of my first fic is dedicated to my teacher, Mrs. Chester, who never stopped helping me to understand myself. Thanks!! And keep on reviewing! Here is the paragraph from the last chapter in case you forgot…
Hikari had gotten Takeru the videotape and a silver picture frame with her crest of light and Takeru's crest of hope. Takeru had gotten Hikari a golden locket with their crests, one on the front and one on the back. Inside was a picture of them together, taken at a park on a summer day. He had also gotten her the Sakura blossoms, which were so symbolic for it brought the joy to the people that spring was coming.
Disclaimer: Very unfortunately, I don't own Digimon, Fox Kids, or Its associates. Cause if I did, Daisuke would have already died an excruciatingly gory death. The new episode "Dramon Power" was pretty cool. Gennai actually looks good!!
"Mom, I'm home," shouted Takeru while he was taking off his shoes.
"Already? I thought you were coming home after your party at Satoru's house!" replied Miss Takaishi.
"Heh. I forgot I left the presents at home mom, and it was out of the question to carry them to the mall. Anyway, I have to wrap one last minute present."
Takeru made his way to his bedroom. He made his bed and plunked himself down on it. He took the items out of the pink party bag and placed them beside him. Under one of his desk drawers, he took a package of snowy white tissue paper and cut the top open. With his fingers, Takeru gingerly took the tissue paper out and put one layer on the bottom of the pink bag, placed the flowers on top and another layer of white tissue on top. He wrapped the blue velvet case in a layer of tissue paper and placed it in the bag as well. From underneath his bed, Takeru produced a cute Christmas card with two angels on the front. He had written this card for a long time, planning each meaningful word carefully. The card read:
Dear Hikari,
After these long years, I have finally come to realize something. At first, I thought it was just a phrase, or maybe a teenage thing, you know. Now, I'm in grade 12 and I am mature enough to realize that I do love you with my heart, soul, and dedication. It wasn't just how wonderful you look all the time; it's your charisma, your charm, and most of all, your personality. An Angel. Without your light, all hope is lost. I don't want to lose you to anything else so I'm saying this now in fear that reality might wake me out of a dream. One thing I know for sure, I love you… and I always will, forever.
Love, Takeru Takaishi
Takeru put the card on top of everything else in the bag. He changed into black dress pants to look a little nicer, jelled his hair, grabbed a big red bag lying in a pile in a corner, and hauled it out of his room carrying the pink bag separately.
"Do you need a drive, honey?" questioned Miss Takaishi as she looked up from her newspaper.
"Sure, mom. Just to the school, only if your not busy." Responded Takeru
"Of course, dear. It's Christmas."
Miss Takaishi helped Takeru load the presents into the backseat the car door slammed and a few minutes later, Takeru was buckling up his gray seatbelt. His mother started the engine and they were off to Odaiba High.
Hikari finally reached home, her feet slightly tired.
"Home so early? I thought you were going to a party with your brother." Asked Mrs. Kamiya.
"I know. I forgot that Taichi was driving me to the party and I had to come back home to get the rest of the presents. I nearly forgot!"
"Hikari, are you home yet?" Taichi questioned as he stepped into the apartment.
"Yeah, bro, I just came back. Change of plans by the way. Can you drive me over to Odaiba High? We need to pick up Takeru. We were originally going to walk there but I forgot you were driving me to Satoru's house." Grinned Hikari.
"Sure, no problem. Anything for my sister's boyf...Ummphh." Taichi was cut short by Hikari blushing madly and glaring into his eyes while shutting him up with her hand.
"Ok, ok, I'm sorry. Geeze, girls these days."
"That's better. I have to get the presents and change. Do anything you need to do now. Were leaving in fifteen minutes."
"I have a very bossy sister indeed." Taichi said as he ran into the bathroom to gel his hair before his sister could get to him. Hikari skipped into her room and found a light blue gift bag in her gift supplies drawer and placed Takeru's presents inside. She muttered to herself
"I won't need to give him a card. I'll give him something else." Said she as she smiled.
Hikari changed into a red skirt with a green trim and of course, her usual outerwear. She carefully combed her hair and put a mistletoe clip in her hair. Hikari took a bag of presents from the mess in Taichi's old room and hauled it to the front hall.
"Taichi!!! Are you ready yet?"
"Coming." He answered back.
He suddenly sprang out of the corridor and landed right by his shoes. He placed his shoes on the correct feet and held the door for his sister. Hikari followed in her clicking white boots and walked down to the parking lot with her brother. He opened the driver door and with a click unlocked the passenger seat for Hikari. With a flick of a button, his silver sedan's trunk opened and Taichi helped Hikari load the big bag of gifts into the trunk. Hikari climbed into the backseat as Taichi geared the engine. They were off to Odaiba High.
Hikari arrived at the school entrance earlier than Takeru. She sat patiently on Taichi's car front. A few minutes later, the blinding light of headlights came into view as another car made a turn to the parking lot. Takeru came out of the car and went over to Hikari.
"So, ready to go there?"
"Yep, by the way, my brother's driving us there. Sorry I didn't tell you but it slipped my mind. Oh, and don't worry. He drives ok." Laughed Hikari as she wiped a hint of horror off Takeru's face.
"Ok, then. I'll go get my presents and we can make our way to Satoru's house."
Taichi was just finishing talking with Miss Takaishi.
"Yep, I'll bring him back right after the party."
"Thank-you. Drive Safely."
"Yo, Mom, I need the presents. Ok?"
"Yeah. Just take them."
"Here, I'll help." Offered Taichi.
Five minutes later, Taichi's car was packed and al ready to go. Hikari and Takeru were sitting in the backseat.
"Bye mom."
"Bye Miss Takaishi."
Takeru's mother waved good-bye as she got back into her car Taichi looked at his rearview mirror and asked
"So, you two excited?"
"Yeah," they both responded in unison. Taichi chuckled,
"Looks like you two are fall…" he mimicked Piedmon.
Takeru and Hikari both went "SHUT UP!" at the same time.
"Ok, ok, I'll shut up now! Geeze," Taichi responded.
The rest of the car ride was endured in peaceful silence mixed in with a bit of tenseness in the air except for Takeru whispering something to Hikari in which she giggled. Taichi smiled. He made a couple of turns before reaching a street laden with apartments and complexes. He stopped in front of a gray one neatly placed on a corner. He then swerved into the parking area and found a spot.
"Were here, everybody get your presents." Taichi practically shouted. Hikari and Takeru had fallen into a small nap on each other's shoulders. They both woke up startled and blushing.
"Let's go then." Takeru recovered in fear of Taichi's jokes.
He opened the door and kept it open for Hikari, which curtsied politely while giggling at the same time. Taichi opened the trunk and carefully placed the bag of presents on the pavement, in fear of damaging something. Hikari and Takeru grabbed the bags and went to the main lobby at the apartment. They rang on room 204 on level 3.
"Hello?"
"Satoru, were here!" Hikari and Takeru both laughed into the microphone.
"Ok, wait one second."
The door clicked and Taichi, Hikari and Takeru all entered heading to the elevator hauling the bags beside them. The security guard looked at them peculiarly. The elevator beeped as Taichi pressed the up button and the doors slid open. They walked in and pressed the floor three button. It lit up.
"Ding!"
"Ok, let's go!" ordered Taichi.
Takeru and Hikari obediently followed after Taichi dragging their belongings with them.
"Ding Dong!"
The door creaked open as Satoru welcomed the three of the digi-destined.
"Hello. Welcome to my house. Please come in."
"Oh Satoru, you don't have to be that formal. Were just here to help out and enjoy the rest of the party!" exclaimed Hikari.
The trio stepped into the apartment as Satoru helped with their coats. Miyako was peeking behind a doorway as she was already there.
"Hi gang!"
"Hey Miyako. You're here early!"
"I know. I came to help out too!"
Dumping the bags of presents underneath the Christmas tree as Satoru had instructed, they followed him into the kitchen.
"Mother, these are my friends Taichi, Takeru and Hikari."
"Hello. Nice to meet you."
"Nice to meet you too Mrs. Ijicouji." They answered politely in unison.
"You guys can either help me in the kitchen are decorate the tree." Spoke Satoru.
"I'll help you in the kitchen Satoru and Hikari, you and Takeru can work on the Christmas tree ok?" answered Taichi evilly. He wanted Hikari and Takeru to be together.
"Fine." They both mumbled a bit embarrassed.
"Here are the ornaments. If you have any trouble, just come and tell me about it." Said Satoru handing a box of the sparkling decorations to Hikari.
"What about Miyako?" Hikari enquired.
"Oh, she is helping me in the kitchen as well. Ok?"
"Yeah. Fine."
Takeru and Hikari exchanged a few glances and entered the living room. They made small conversation while hanging the ornaments a bit nervous, embarrassed, and elated, mixed in all together. Soon, the doorbell started to ring more often as Satoru greeted more of the digi-destined and put them into jobs. Hikari and Takeru became a bit more relaxed after this. An hour ticked by and all the digi-destined ha dropped by the living room to say hi to Takeru and Hikari, including Yamato.
"HI lil' bro! Long time no see…"
"Hi Yamato." Takeru responded as he stood by from his kneeling position.
Yamato gave him a hug and as he did he whispered something in his ear.
"Good luck with Hikari."
Takeru backed away and looked strangely at him. Then he understood and glared at his brother.
"I'll get you." He muttered.
"Bye, I have to be going now." And Yamato was off with that.
Takeru resumed his job until Satoru's voice filled the air. Music had already started playing on Satoru's CD player but his voice overpowered it.
"Ok everybody. Stop your jobs. It's time for the big Christmas dinner."
Everyone proceeded to the dining room where food was laid out in bowls. It was going to be served buffet style so everyone could pick and choose their favorite foods and sit wherever and with whomever they wanted to. There was a big roasted turkey in the center of the table baked to perfection with layers of sauce dripped on top, and then there were the creamy mashed potatoes moist with warmth, a bowl of luscious brown gravy, a trio of steamed vegetables, and a lot more mouth-watering foods. There was also a rice cooker filled to the brim with rice, and a stack of bone china plates with forks and knives on the side.
Satoru announced, "Before we dig into the grand feast before us, I would like Daisuke, my best friend, to say grace."
The digi-destined murmured in approval.
"Well," stammered Daisuke "Thank-you. It is an honor."
Everyone bowed their heads as Daisuke started, " Dear heavenly father. We are gathered here today to celebrate the birth of your son, Jesus Christ. He has brought so much compassion and love to our world and his sprit still lives on in our hearts. We are blessed with angels (A/N: He was referring to Hikari and Takeru) that have caring hearts upon this earth, yet we take them for granted some times. Father, forgive our sins so we may lead honest lives. Lastly, thank-you for the blessing of food you have given before us. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen."
There was silence before the digi-destined raised their heads. Finally, everyone got their plates and the food and sat down to socialize with their friends. They were all pretty surprised at Daisuke's mature prayer. Finally, dinner was finished and dessert was eaten by those still not stuffed by the meal. The digi-destined gathered in the living room as they started handing out presents and wishing each other a merry Christmas and a happy New Year. Takeru waited for the right moment. As soon as Hikari was finished handing out all but one presents, which he assumed was his, he told himself. "It's now or never Takeru!" Takeru walked over to Hikari and asked her
"Hikari, there is something I need to tell you. Will you go out to the porch with me for some air?"
Hikari's heart skipped a beat.
"Sure, there's something I need to talk to you about too." She nervously whispered. They both stepped out to the porch to the chilly night air. The sky was already dark blue swirling with tiny pinpoints of light.
"So, what is it you want to tell me?" asked Hikari.
Narrator: Will Takeru and Hikari finally admit their feelings for each other? Find out next time on Digimon, Digital Monsters.
(A/N): I am sick today so I couldn't finish the story. Please keep on read and reviewing or I can't push myself to write anymore!! Ja ne!!