Loving Hearts

Takari Edition

Ch. 1-The Moment

TK was wearily slipping off his shoes that Friday afternoon. He had found his day exhausting, and wanted to just get some rest. He dropped his schoolbag and lay down on the couch. He wanted to fall asleep, but first he wanted to look back on his day.

Remembering his day, TK could get only more tired, if possible. His day compromised of one big test, two hard quizes, and one hard work period at school. While the last couple of periods in the day went by almost no sweat, it was his hour and a half basketball practice that topped it all off. TK really wanted to just relax and regain some energy.

He wanted to fall asleep some more, but first he had to think of the high points in his day. TK smiled.

*****

The start couldn't have gone almost any better. He had gone through the usual routine of getting himself to school in the morning, and was eating a quick energy bar on his way. To school, TK would always pass by Kari's apartment. Sometimes he was able to catch Kari on her way out, and other times they wouldn't meet until school. But TK checked his watch, and was slightly (actually, 15 minutes) early, so he decided to wait.

Kari was exiting her building, punctually, as usual, and noticed TK sitting there on the steps with his back to her. She went over to him, leaned down, and tapped his shoulder. He turned his head and greeted Kari.

"Hey, Kari! I guess I just didn't notice you there," went TK, cheerful as usual. "How's it going?"

"Oh, it's great!" she started, "Although I guess I wasn't expecting you to be sitting here waiting for me," she returned.

Kari gave a little giggle along with a small smile, and TK gave a sheepish grin, hoping to hide his blushing cheeks from Kari. "Well, you know me!" his grin got bigger as his cheeks got redder. "I wouldn't want you to feel lonely on your walk to school".

They started walking, and TK managed to get his cheeks from getting redder, as Kari leaned a little on TK.

That finished the morning, and right before he had left school, it was good too. He remembered seeing Kari waiting to see TK on the bleachers, although her cheerleading practice had ended some time before his basketball one. He managed to remain steady while approaching her, tired as he was. She flashed him one of her near-trademark smiles again and began another short conversation with him for that day.

"TK, that was a great basketball practice! You were pretty good, but you must be tired after all that".

TK responded, trying his best to hide his weariness, "well, a little exercise never hurt anyone!"

"Well," responded Kari, "I will have to talk to you later!"

TK was waving her goodbye, and once she was out of sight, he nearly collapsed on to the bottom part of the bleacher. What he was showing Kari was probably some of his last remaining strength. He was nearly panting, and decided a good shower would probably help him out, so he went to change and shower and all.

*****

TK must have been dozing off, for when he checked the microwave timer, it read a time long after he had come home from school. His mom didn't usually come home that often on weekends, so the house he had to himself. His stomach was growling, and he remembered his last bit of food was probably his cafeteria lunch. He wasn't in the mood for any tedious cooking, so he decided a couple sandwiches would be in order.

TK was laying the mayo on his last sandwich while he was still chewing on the last bites of his previous one. He slapped the bread and ham together while he swallowed, and almost immediately began chewing the new one. He was licking his fingers while he looked at the clock. It was pretty much a good time for him to start getting ready to fall asleep (for the night and in his bed this time).

TK was finishing up by putting on his pyjamas. He was buttoning up his shirt and looked at the clock. He was smiling a little. He was remembering the fact that there was pretty much nothing he had to do this weekend. He gave a little yawn and climbed into his bed. His covers were pulled up and he was comfy. He had a broad smile on his face as he fell asleep.

*****

That night, TK was dreaming. He wasn't able to clearly discern what was going on, but he knew what he did. First there were two bright lights. He saw one was bright yellow, and one was a bright pink. He could almost see two people walking out of the lights, but he wasn't entirely sure. He also saw something like wings, those of an angel. Almost the last thing he saw was leaves, and trees. There was also a clearing. He couldn't make out what was next.

*****

TK found himself energized the next morning. That sleep must have really done some good! Like pretty much every day, he took off with his morning routine and found himself thinking about that dream. He wondered what it could have meant? He was sure it wouldn't really have mattered anyway. But he couldn't stop himself from picturing it. TK eventually managed to put it to the back of his mind as he was finishing up and putting on his hat.

While TK may have felt full of energy, he still found he had quite an appetite. While he was cooking himself a leisurely meal of bacon, eggs, and toast, he checked the microwave timer. It was almost noon. TK found himself enjoying the meal immensely, and he was leaning back in his chair. One more quick check of the time and he saw it was twelve minutes past noon. He still felt charged and full of energy, and he needed a way to use it up. The first thought that came into his head was basketball, and he dismissed the idea. With himself tired of it from the previous day, and his full stomack, he wouldn't really enjoy it. But how about a walk? Well, he couldn't by himself, even though he liked the idea. His mind, however, was still working, and found the perfect candidate. He almost jumped when he went to pick up the phone.

*****

Kari was finishing a small lunch of a bit of rice and chicken. She heard the phone ringing and her mom pick it up.

"Kamiya residents, lady of the house speaking? Oh, you want Kari? Ok, I'll get her". Kari managed to hear this and was on her way to the phone when her mom said to her, "It's for you, one of your friends, TK I think it was".

Kari made no visible change in her movement, but her mind raced. She wondered what TK could possibly be calling her for? When she picked up the phone, she thanked her mother and held her ear to the reciever. "Hello?" was about as much as she could muster.

"Hey, Kari," TK's voice came to her, "I was just feeling like doing something, and was wondering if you would enjoy taking a walk with me?"

Kari's heart raced faster. She opened her mouth to speak, and responded, "why, that sounds lovely, TK!" in her sweet voice.

TK responded again. "Could you be ready in fifteen minutes? I will meet you outside your apartment." Kari gave a yes in a somewhat quiet voice. They were both excited about it, and after their goodbyes, she hung up the reciever. Her mind was racing furiously. Could this be true?

*****

TK hung up his end of the reciever. His mind was racing furiously, and his heart had a beat to matck its speed. TK found himself putting his shoes on and almost racing out of the door, and trying to contain himself.

*****

TK was at Kari's apartment only a few minutes before their agreed time. He checked his watch, again, and he looked absolutely nervous. He managed to calm down right before Kari came out, though. She came out, on time, and they exchanged their salutations. Once they had decided on a direction, they started off at a leisurely pace. It was nearly evident, but neither noticed it from each other because they were too busy trying to conceal their own, that they were extremely excited about this.

TK was somewhat more excited though. He had known Kari for three years, although they hadn't been living near each other for most of that time. When they had first met, TK immediately accepted Kari as a friend. Although, his emotions for her were only growing during those three years. It was like a growing plant, and it could only end up blossoming into a true love that TK held for Kari. He was pondering all the time while they had been passing a little park with a beautiful brick walkway in the middle, with many trees and a couple of open fields within.

"TK, I asked if you wanted to go through the park?" Kari was obviously trying to reach him and she had already asked a few times.

"Huh? Oh, sure, I would love too," TK responded. He flashed a smile at Kari trying to hide his embarassment as to the fact that he hadn't noticed her.

"That's great, c'mon, lets go," Kari responded, almost tugging at TK's arm. They hadn't been walking long when TK saw a bench.

TK made a small motion towards the bench, and asked, "Hows about we sit?" Kari agreed, and TK took this opportunity to ponder some more. He really did want to tell Kari the truth, about how he really did love her in a true and passionate manner. But he had never thought it ever being the right time, or it was somehow ruined. He figured now was as good as time as any and started.

"Kari, I seriously need to talk to you," and TK took a quick glance around before dropping his voice to a whisper, "In private". Kari's reaction was a mixture of startlement and surprise, and TK took a hold around her wrist and led her off into the trees. He didn't stop until they reached a small clearing, well away and out of earshot of anyone else.

"TK, what is this about?" Kari was puzzled, and almost didn't realize her voice wasn't raised any more than above a whisper.

TK was taking large, slow, calming breaths. He was gathering up the courage to inform, no, tell her, that he loved her. He started. "Kari, I love you!" His voice was stressed, yet hardly above any whisper.

Kari seemed taken aback. She hadn't expected this! She made a little gasp as she almost pulled back. She looked slightly away and to the ground, tears near forming in her eyes.

TK was thinking to himself. Oh great. Smooth move, TK. Now she's about to cry! He was almost beating himself up when he continued. "Kari, I do love you! Seriously, passionately, with all my heart and soul!" TK was near brimming with tears himself. "Kari, no matter what you say next, I will accept however you fee-" but TK was abruptly cut off.

"TK, I love you too, in all the same ways!" TK's eyes seemed to shine now. He seemed tense, unsure of what to do. But all of a sudden, both young lovers immediately swept each other into a mad, passionate imbrace!

Some might have said it be magical, brilliant, or mad and passionate like I! But the two couldn't care less! The only thing on their minds was each other, the embrace, and the serenity of the forest. The kiss went on for a countless time and they were truly in love, to their words like they said.

*****

TK came awake. He must have dozed off. But where was he? he saw green, lots of green, and felt the grass beneath him. He pushed himself up, remembering at last! The walk, the park, the trees, and Kari, and finally the kiss... their first kiss, truly a memory to cherish.

To his side was Kari, who must have dozed off with TK. She was slumbering peacefully. The sunlight was filtering through the trees, and it played, dancing among TK and Kari. He moved his hand near her forehead, brushing away some stray strands of hair. He then, on impulse, gave her a kiss on her exposed forehead.

Kari was waking up as she recieved her second kiss that day. She smiled along with her drowsy eyes. "Hello TK. Fancy meeting you here." She gave a giggle and TK could only smile.

"C'mon, it's time to get you home." A quick check of his watch confirmed it. It was several hours after they had left on their walk. That is, if it could be called that any more. He carefully helped her up. They walked out of the park.

Kari had her right arm crossing her body diagonally to have her hand meet TK's left, whose arm was around her waist. She crossed her left arm over her right to meet TK's other hand. Her head was drowsily resting on his shoulder, and his head lying on top of hers. They both looked tired and had an ear-to-ear grin across their faces as the couple walked out of the park, hand in hand, both feeling true love. Like a dream. So much like a dream.

*****

There were two lights shining, one being a bright yellow and the other a bright pink, representing hope and light, and out came walking two figures. They were walking hand in hand, heads resting on one another, and both with ear-to-ear grins and dreamy looks on their faces. Then there was wings, as if from an angeel, green, and one final scene. The two previous figures lying down in the grass, in a clearing of trees, dozing peacefully.

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This concludes Chapter One: The Moment, in Loving Hearts, the Takari edition. I hope you enjoyed, please R&R.
There is also the possibility of some more chapters that I hope you will enjoy equally.

Disclaimer: the concept of, and everything relating to, Digimon is not owned by myself.
However, I do own this entire story, excluding the characters involved.
One final note is that similarities between this story and other stories is most likely unintentional.