AN: Sorry, I was abducted by aliens and they wouldn't let me leave the house! No, I was at my friends house for three looooong days. Extremely long days without computers or TV. She couldn't fix the satellite. Neways, I wanted to do a little mushy scene before I bring Faith back into the picture. Next chapter will be with Faith. Enjoy.
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"You don't have to sneak in, I'm still awake."
"Just making sure."
"Why are you just standing there? Is something wrong? Is Faith ok?"
"Nothing's wrong Van. Faith's in her room, sleeping peacefully."
"So why are you just standing there then?" He asked propping himself up on one arm. She smiled and looked up at the ceiling.
"Hitomi?"
"I was just thinking that's all." She replied.
"About what?" He asked.
"Well, do you remember before the festivities when I was changing?" She asked.
"Um...yeah. What about it?"
~Clueless as usual~ Hitomi thought.
"I was thinking that since I was half asleep when you carried me to bed then..."
"Are you implying what I think you are?" He asked, sitting straight up.
"I don't know. You tell me. I mean, we haven't had one single moment to ourselves in the past few days. Am I being selfish? I mean..."
"I have never once in my life thought you selfish Hitomi. I don't plan on starting now. I was thinking the same thing actually. We do have certain needs that need to be met once in a while. Why not start while we have peace?" He said, sliding off the bed toward her.
"Oh, what have I started? Don't look at me like that Van. This can't be good." She muttered as she eyed his mischievous features. He looked like a tiger going in for the kill to her.
"Whatever do you mean Hitomi?"
"You've been hanging around Merle too long. Her catlike instincts are rubbing off on you." She said, giggling as she stepped back.
"Funny. Laugh while you can Hitomi." He replied.
"Oh I'm sure I'll laugh more once you get me. If you can get me that is." She taunted. She would start the chase after that. Faking to go one way, she launched herself out toward the opposite side of the room.
"Nice move. Not too smart though Hitomi. You have nowhere to run now." He said, snickering. She looked to see that she had indeed trapped herself behind the desk and a wall.
"Well, I could always do this." She said placing her butt on the desk. He watched as she moved slowly over the top of the desk taunting him more.
"That's not fair Hitomi. I thought you always played fair." He said.
"Fair? Who's the one chasing me around the room. If you can get me Van, come get me. I'm sitting right here." She replied, smiling innocently as she moved a finger over the top of the desk. She suddenly sat up and crossed her arms in front of her.
"What will you do now?" He asked.
"Wait." She replied. He walked toward her expecting her to vault past him again. She sat calmly waiting for him to come closer.
"You're too slow Van. I'm going to fall asleep before you get here." She teased.
"I'm waiting for your counterattack. I know you've got something up that sleeve of yours." He said.
"Yes I do and it's called an arm. Honestly Van, am I going to have to come after you? I never thought I see the day." She said.
"There it is. See I told you that you'd come up with something. You never cease to amaze me." He replied taking one giant step toward her. She cocked her head to one side in confusion. She was about to ask him what he was getting at when he grabbed her arms and wrapped them around his neck.
"Hey, that's not fair! You threw me off guard!" She squealed as he kissed her neck.
"That was the whole point." He said. She giggled again and started playing with his hair.
"Um...this desk isn't the most comfortable place in the world Van." She whispered.
"Any suggestions?" He asked.
"Hmmm...one comes to mind." She replied.
"I think I can do that." He said as he lifted her up off the desk. She tightened the grip her legs had on his waist so that he wouldn't drop her as he carried her to their bed.
"No strings though." He said.
"Nope, you'll have to improvise." She teased.
"No problem there. I like improvising when it comes to you." He replied.
"Good because I've got some good improv. right here." She said as she kissed him passionately.
The night continued on in total peace for the two lovers. Past worries were set behind them as they shared their intimate feelings toward each other. Nothing could get past that moment of freedom they felt.
"Van?"
"Mmmm..."
"I love you."
"I love you too Hitomi."
She watched him close his eyes and nuzzle closer to her. He looked so peaceful and innocent when he was asleep.
~Now I know where Faith gets it.~ Hitomi thought as she moved some hair from his eyes. Moments later, she too fell asleep.
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AN: Sorry if this is short. I wanted to do a separate thing just for Van and Hitomi. I'm not sure if this is any good but, I hope so. I tried to make it interesting. Hope you like it. Leave me a review and tell me what you think. I'm always interested in what you people have to say. Thanks again for reading so far!
