a love-triangle, which started with an awakening, an arrival and a union,
where rejection is not an option. (k/k/s)
Standard Disclaimers Apply. We don't own it!!!!
Chapter 3
Kenshin retreated to the dorm after the incident at the park. He didn't even bother to turn on the lights because he was in a trance. He slumped in the bed and closed his eyes.
Angel… I can't stop thinking about her. There's no point studying now because I can't concentrate. God must have blessed me; for now, whenever I close my eyes, I don't see pain. I see her. Kenshin turned and grabbed the pillow and hugged it tightly. That beautiful girl who took a second from her time to save me. Yes, she is my redemption. She not only woke me from my nightmare but she gave me the light I am looking for. It is her. Kenshin looked at the pillow he was hugging and imagined Kaoru's face imprinted in it. He hugged it more tightly and whispered, "She is my new light."
Kenshin closed his eyes once again and recalled what happened earlier that day. She cared for me even if I am nobody to her. Care? Did she really care? She must have because I saw it in her eyes. Her purity and innocence overwhelms me. I need to see her again!
Kenshin's eyes snapped open as he ran towards the door. He slightly turned the doorknob then suddenly, he stopped. This is crazy. I am crazy.
He turned around and sat at his desk. He turned the desk light on and took the blank poster paper from his drawer. He took the charcoal pencil from his bag and then he closed his eyes. After seeing the features of the girl in his mind, he began to draw.
Tied back, long ebony hair. Her bangs covering her forehead. Ivory skin. Deep blue eyes. Beautiful eyes. Cute nose. Full red lips.
He drew her face using the charcoal pencil with soft and gentle strokes. After a couple of hours, he finished. His first work.
Arigato, angel, for being my inspiration.
He gazed at it with admiration. It was a drawing of her face. No more no less, but the simplicity of his work spoke thousands. The intensity of the girl's eyes shone. They were mischievous yet kind. Her mouth was curled in a smile and her cheeks were stained with a faint blush.
That was the exact expression on her face before she left. Kenshin sighed. Oh well, I have to go to bed, I have a long day ahead of me.
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"Kenshin! Kenshin!" Sano yelled as he looked around the University Art Gallery. "Kenshin! Chikuso! Where are you!"
"Sano, come in." Kenshin said as he peered out of the studio.
"I guess you've been busy." Sano said observing Kenshin's appearance.
Kenshin walked towards the mirror to look at himself. He was wearing a French beret to hold back his red streaks and a white apron to salvage his blue shirt and jeans. Blotches of paint were splattered over his face and body. He looked like a walking mural. Suddenly a glob of white paint came running down his nose, he looked at it crossed-eye and squeaked, "Oro?"
Kenshin raised his arms, swiping at the paint with the back of his hands, but only managing to aggravate the mess as blue paint from his hands mixed with the white.
"I haven't seen you in weeks, what happened to you? I thought you died or something." Sano asked, "So… are you still working on your pieces? When will be the opening of your show?"
"Well, the show will open on Friday. My collection is almost finished. I am just putting the finishing touches on my last piece," Kenshin said proudly as he led Sano inside the studio.
"Whoah!" Sano said wide-eyed. "Is this your work Kenshin? It's so unlike you!"
"Don't you like it?"
"Actually, it's beautiful… she's beautiful!" Sano said as he scrutinized the painting before him. "I see you have found your inspiration." Sano winked.
"You can say that," Kenshin blushed.
"So where and when did you meet? I would love her to be my inspiration, too. If you know what I mean," Sano's eyes glinted with mischief as he nudged Kenshin. "So… where are the nude poses?"
"Ororoooo!!!! Sano!!!" Kenshin blushed furiously and fidgeted with his hands, "Well, actually… I haven't actually met her yet."
"What?" Sano yelled SD faced threatening Kenshin with his fist. "You don't have to hide her, you selfish bastard!"
"It's true Sano! I don't even know if I'll ever see her again," Kenshin said sadly as he bowed his head.
Sano titled his head and put down his fists. "You're telling the truth, aren't you?" Sano said as he saw the expression on Kenshin's face. Shaking his head in disbelief, he muttered, "Chikuso!"
Kenshin nodded and stared out the window. I wonder if I'll see her again.
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It was Friday afternoon and the 4:00pm bell already rang. Sighs of relief could be heard at the Okubo Lecture Hall, where the Ancient History of Mathematics class was being held. Students ran out of the door from all directions. Only two students seemed to not to be in a hurry. One of them stretched her arms in her seat as she said, "I thought this class would never end!" Her companion raised his eyes to look at her.
"Why are you looking at me like that? This class is so boring!" Kaoru pretended to yawn as she slowly rose from her seat.
"You think so? I really thought the history of matrices and domains was interesting," Daigoro smiled as he pushed backed his glasses up his nose.
Kaoru covered her mouth and giggled. "Do you know that you're a nerd, Daigoro? That's okay… I find it quite amusing," she said as she extended her hand to the doorknob.
Daigoro pushed back her hand and opened the door for her, extending his hand to show her out of the classroom. Kaoru smiled at his politeness and said, "I guess, chivalry isn't dead, ne, Daigoro?"
Daigoro blushed at the comment and said, "Ano… Kaoru-san, are you free… I mean, can I carry your books?"
Kaoru looked at him quizzically and then nodded, "Okay, my knight and shinning armor… protect me from arthritis!" She giggled and handed over the books to him. Daigoro slipped his hands under her books, accidentally touching Kaoru's hand, which sent sparks up his arms, causing the books to topple and fall. Both of them tried to catch the books but ended up bumping each other's heads. Daigoro stared down at the books sadly and slowly lifted his gaze to look at Kaoru. Their eyes locked and Kaoru giggled when she saw that Daigoro was blushing profusely. Kaoru stood up gracefully and offered her hand to Daigoro, "Okay, Daigoro, let this frail damsel help you up."
Daigoro smiled and nodded as he accepted Kaoru's hand. He pulled himself up, smiling at Kaoru. Kaoru looked passed at Daigoro and smiled, "Hi, Soujiro!" Kaoru's smile faded when she saw Soujiro's expression. He had a grim look on his face and was glaring at Daigoro. He hastened his steps, grabbing Daigoro's shoulder from behind and turning the smaller boy around to face him.
Daigoro looked puzzled and asked, "Can I help you?"
"Actually, you can…" Soujiro snapped, punching Daigoro in the face and causing him to fly over the floor with great force. "… Don't ever, ever touch Kaoru. Don't even speak to her."
Kaoru stared at the scene before her with wide eyes. She glared at Soujiro and yelled, "Soujiro! How could you!?" She knelt beside Daigoro and offered her handkerchief to wipe his bleeding nose.
"Daigoro, are you alright?" She asked with a worried look on her face. She quickly helped Daigoro to his feet and inserted herself between the two boys. "What the hell is wrong with you?!" she demanded icily.
Hoping that he wasn't angry, Kaoru turned to Daigoro and apologized. "I'm sorry, Daigoro…I have to go…see you in class, ne?
Wincing from the pain, Daigoro managed a small smile and handed Kaoru her books. Kaoru took the books from him and stormed off towards the exit.
Soujiro glared at Daigoro one last time before running towards Kaoru, "Kaoru! Wait up!"
"I don't want to talk to you!!" Kaoru said through gritted teeth.
"Sorry, Kaoru, I was just protecting you," Soujiro said as he held her arm to stop her from walking.
Kaoru turned around, throwing her books on the ground out of sheer frustration. She clenched her hands into fists, nearly yelling, "Protecting me? Che! Protecting me from who? From Daigoro? Can't you see how harmless he is? You are being unreasonable!"
"I don't want anybody to hurt you, Kaoru," Soujiro whispered.
"Nobody wants to hurt me, Soujiro!!! Stop being paranoid! Just because you don't have any other friends, doesn't mean I don't have the right to have one. If you don't stop this nonsense, you might even lose your only friend." With that said, Kaoru picked up her books and ran from Soujiro.
Soujiro stared after Kaoru's retreating figure in shock. He never thought Kaoru would say anything like that to him. However, instead of being hurt and angry, Soujiro smiled. Oh well, at least she knows she's the only one in my life. I know I am the only person in her life, too. She just doesn't know it yet. Well then, Kaoru, I'll just have to make you realize it. Soujiro's smile widened some more as he turned and began to search for Kaoru.
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Preview of the next chap:
Kenshin and Kaoru finally meets!!!
Kaoru turned around to see if Soujiro was still following her. Seeing no trace of him, she sighed of relief. She was about to go back to the dorm when a large sign caught her attention.
"University Art Gallery," Kaoru said as she read the sign. Hmph! At least I could get my mind off Soujiro! I've always been interested in Renaissance Art. I wonder what the Contemporary Japanese Art looks like.
Kaoru walked silently inside the gallery. She looked around, since there were many students and professionals observing the surroundings. Suddenly, she stopped short at the painting in front of her. What's going on?
Author's notes:
Special thanks to Midori-chan! :)
Thanks a lot for those of you who left a review… you don't know how much it means to us :::hugs:::
Hehehe… what do you think, huh? Is it a Kaoru/Soujiro fic or a Kenshin/Kaoru fic?
Crystal Okamino: Chibi-angel… what do you think? Who'd be the better leading man?
Chibi-angel: hmm… lesse… let's give them a kissing contest? Who ever kisses better will be the leading man.
Kenshin: Ororororo!?? But Kaoru-dono is so pure!!!
Chibi-angel: Who said you were going to kiss Kaoru?
Crystal Okamino: How would we know if we don't feel it ourselves, ne Sou-chan? ::winks::
:::Chibi-angel and Crystal Okamino closes their eyes awaiting for the kiss…:::
Midori: Oi girls! Wake up!!!
~~~actually, it's a Kenshin and kaoru fic…. hmmm… Yum! Yum! :::whispers to readers… Kenshin is the better kisser!;::winks::
Welcome back to the net Crystal Okamino!!!
ja! Til the next chap! More reviews faster chapters!!!