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Author's notes: Woohoo!! Sorry for the delay happy people, but I had serious mental block on this story.
Thank you everyone for reading and also those who have reviewed, thank you very much. I love to know that you guys are actually enjoying this story.
****I REVISED THIS CHAPTER!**** I wasn't happy when I woke up this morning and read it over. I changed a few things, but nothing drastic.
Well now….ENJOY!!!!
Revelations
Tsukasa took my hand and led me to the dance floor. I couldn't help but feel a bit nervous with all these people staring at me. I looked at the other guys and gave them a smile, letting know that it was time. Soon, Tsukushi and Tsukasa will be together. Soon, Umi and Kaede's deception will be revealed. A beautiful waltz played as Tsukasa twirled me around the dance floor. Moments later, the emcee told everyone else to join us. Slowly, the dance floor filled with other couples waltzing.
Soujiro had asked Tsukushi to dance and they were only a few feet away from us. I felt Tsukasa's grip tense as he saw the couple dancing rather closely. They danced their way closer to us. I whispered to Tsukasa asking if he was okay, but his face was stoic and I received no answer.
"Oi Tsukasa! This is a great party!" Soujiro said, then turned back to Tsukushi. "Makino are you having a good time?" Tsukushi smiled at the handsome young man and nodded. They're actually really cute together, but that relationship would never work.
Suddenly, there was darkness. The lights had gone off and massive pandemonium followed. I felt Tsukushi and Soujiro next to me still, Soujiro telling her it would be okay for her to stay with him. Tsukasa was saying something to me, but I couldn't hear a thing because of all the screaming. Right when Tsukasa tried to tighten his hold on me, I slipped out of his grasp, and Soujiro slyly put Tsukushi in my place. Okay, part one completed, now we just have to wait for the lights. Soujiro grabbed for me and held on, as there were still many people running around.
"Don't move. Just stay here and I promise you won't get trampled on." I heard Tsukasa say to the female in front of him. He had his hands on her shoulders, trying to keep her close.
I tried to get closer to listen in on the conversation. Instead, I tripped over Soujiro and pushed into Tsukushi. At that very second, the lights came back.
Lights. I turned to see Tsukasa and Tsukushi to make sure they were okay. To my absolute shock, the two were lip to lip. Soujiro and I did double takes, not expecting this to happen. We watched as Tsukushi broke away and bowed her head, getting a great view of the ballroom floor. Both faces a deep crimson.
---Tsukasa's mind---
The lights went off and I felt myself lose hold of Reona. She was in my grasp again, but this feeling. It was different. Her touch made me feel funny all over. Then someone pushed her and she fell into me. In that brief moment, I felt lips brush softly against my own. What a wonderful feeling. I stood there shocked. The lights came back on and it was Makino who was in my arms. This scene is all too familiar in my head. Déjà vu? The lights. The touch of her lips. The blush in her cheeks. The warmth of her touch. Those beautiful brown eyes. I remember this. I remember her.
---End Tsukasa's mind---
"Makino…." Tsukasa said in the most sincere voice. His tone of voice caused Tsukushi to look into his eyes.
"I remember…..you" He spoke softly, his eyes piercing through Tsukushi's. Seconds after hearing his words, Tsukushi's eyes bulged, finally registering what he just said.
"You remember…" Tsukushi's eyes glistening, one tear rolling down the side of her face.
"I'm sorry…." Tsukasa said, lifting his hand and gently wiping her tear away "Don't cry anymore…" He finished, taking Tsukushi in his arms, embracing her tightly. YAY!!
I turned to Soujiro and the other F3 who had joined us on the dance floor. I think everyone was still paralyzed from the scene of Tsukushi and Tsukasa kissing. HE REMEMBERED!!!! Dammit Tsukasa! It took you long enough!
I was so happy and so moved by this chain of events. I wanted to cry. It was like watching Tamahome remember Miaka all over again.
"It's good to have you back Tsukasa" Rui said, coming out from a group of on lookers. We were all smiling at the two standing before us.
"Let's all go back to the table." Rui suggested. The other agreed and began walking to the nearest empty table.
"What is going on here Tsukasa?!" Kaede's voice boomed behind the group making their way to a table.
I stiffened at her voice. She could be so scary sometimes.
Tsukasa, as well as everyone else, turned to face Kaede Doumyoji.
"Doumyoji-kun!" Umi came running out of nowhere, like she always does, and threw her arms around Tsukasa.
Tsukasa quickly pulled the young girl off. "Let go of me. Who do you think you are?" Umi looked up, surprised at his answer, tears forming at the brim of her eyes. "What do you mean Doumyoji-kun?"
"Do you not understand Japanese? I told you to let go." Tsukasa answered icily.
Akira made his way next to me and whispered, "Part one of the plan worked better than expected huh?"
"You're telling me" I answered, laughing. Who knew that her kiss would jolt his memory? It was purely accidental too. We had planned for the two to be in each other's arms when the lights came back on.
"Tsukasa do not talk to your fiance that way." That brought my attention back to reality. This was going to be good. I hoped that JR was doing okay with everything.
"MY WHAT?" and "HIS WHAT?" were asked in unison by everyone present. The atmosphere of the ballroom darkened. The guests stood or sat silently, listening to the drama unfolding before them. Here it goes. We were waiting all night for this moment.
Haughtily, Kaede repeated herself. "Umi-chan is your fiance Tsukasa. Do not talk to her in such an ill manner."
"Doumyoji-kun! My parents have agreed to the marriage proposal. You're mother insisted that we wed right away." Umi said, still clinging onto Tsukasa. I looked at Tsukushi, who was being held back by Rui. She struggled against his grip, and I saw the frustration and anger flare in her eyes.
"That is what this party is for Tsukasa. I wanted to announce your engagement to all our friends." Kaede continued, smiling wickedly at Tsukushi.
"Look you witch. I am not marrying this" Tsukasa pointed a finger at Umi "..this…girl"
"But Doumy-"
"Get away from me!" Tsukasa cut off Umi's protest as his voice thundered, sending everyone to silence again.
* Doumyoji-sama, what should we do now? It is obvious that Tsukasa wants nothing to do with me.*
JR had put the tape into play. Part two was well under way.
* Just stick to the original plan. You were doing quite well, but I see that you have been slacking the past few weeks. Make sure Tsukasa thinks it is you he has forgotten. If you need to cook or anything else, to make him believe it's you, then you do it. Is that clear? I will not allow that horrid pest of a girl back into my son's life.*
Kaede's voice blasted through the speakers. Tsukushi gasped, her temper only flaring more. Umi gasped in surprise, her eyes bulging and jaw dropped. What a Kodak moment that was. I only wish I had my camera with me right then.
The conversation continued to play, and those interested, listened intently to the words of deceit spoken between Kaede and Umi.
"You set this up?" Tsukasa asked glaring daggers at Kaede, not paying attention to the rest of the conversation. He looked beyond angry, like he wanted to kill someone.
"Really Tsukasa, you think I would do something like that to my son? Anyone could imitate my voice." Was that fear in Kaede's voice?
"I highly doubt that" Soujiro muttered under his breath.
"What kind of an idiot do you take me for?!" Tsukasa stepped closer to Kaede.
A large white screen descended from the ceiling of the ballroom, causing everyone's attention to steer that way. Moments later, the pictures of Umi and Kaede together at the café popped up, one right after the other. Other pictures of the two sitting together talking at the park or on Eitokou's grounds were there too. I'm proud of JR for getting more shots of them together than I had expected.
"Where are these photos coming from? Which one of you did this?" Kaede asked us accusingly. None of us answered.
"When I find out who was behind this, I will make sure your life is hell." She threatened, but I was unfazed by her stares and accusations. I'd never see her again anyways.
*Do not disappoint me. I am paying you very well for this job. I do not accept failure.*
"YOU…YOU….BITCH!" Tsukushi broke from Rui's grasp and slapped Umi. The slap was so hard that Umi fell back, hitting the hard dance floor.
"You were paid to keep Doumyoji and I apart?! Sorry missy but you failed miserably at your attempt." Tsukushi was ready to kick her when Rui picked her up and pulled her back again.
Umi got back up and tried to defend herself "But Tsukushi-chan…I really do love Doumyoji-kun"
"You have no idea what love is. That is not love. Love is what Tsukasa and I share. Something that you could NEVER touch." Tsukasa stopped, hearing Tsukushi call him by his first name. Umi shut her mouth in defeat and ran off.
"Tsukasa do you have any idea how badly you've destroyed our family's name just by associating with someone like her?" Kaede argued, pointing to Tsukushi.
"Is that all you're concerned about? The family name?" Tsukasa retorted.
"Well, Witch, I don't need your name nor your money." Kaede glared at him.
"You don't know what you're talking about Tsukasa. You are the heir to the Doumyoji empire. You will be running the company one day."
"Not anymore. As of today, I renounce the title of Doumyoji." The guests gasped and began gossiping to one another.
"Tsukasa!"
"If you would just accept Tsukushi, we wouldn't have this problem. But your pride and your ignorance gets the better of you."
"I refuse…to allow this girl in your life."
"That is not your choice. I am in love with her." Tsukasa said sternly. He walked to Tsuksushi and reached his hand out to her. Rui released his hold on her as she grabbed Tsukasa's hand. We stood there, watching, as the couple began their walk out of the ballroom, heads held high, occasionally glancing at each other, smiling.
"TSUKASA! IF you walk out that door, do not think you can easily return!" Kaede screamed at the top of her lungs. The reunited couple ignored her rants and exited the ballroom and then the mansion.
After Tsukushi and Tsukasa's magnificent exit, the party ended. Kaede tried to save her dignity by assuring the guests it was all one big misunderstanding. Slowly, the guests left and the ballroom emptied.
As the last guest left, Kaede disappeared. She may have been around the house, but she was nowhere to be found once the guests were gone.
Rui, Soujiro, Tsubaki, Akira, JR and I sat around a table. We all sighed in unison.
"Tomeda-san, you are truly a genius." Akira complimented.
"You came up with this? How did you get this information on my mother?" Tsubaki asked, curiosity taking over.
"I'm sorry Tsubaki-san, but I can't tell you."
"Yeah! If we can't know, then neither can you." Soujiro said teasingly. Tsubaki quickly smacked the side of his head. "Is that any way to talk to your Onee-san?" Soujiro rubbed the lump on his head and shook his head vigorously.
"Sorry…" He said to Tsubaki.
"Let's just say that I managed to stumble on all of this." I said to Tsubaki as she was still waiting for an answer.
"Where do you think they went?" JR asked.
"Probably back to Tsukushi's" Rui answered.
"Do you really think your mom would disown him and cut him off completely from the Doumyoji fortune?"
"Probably not. She is one unbelievably stubborn woman, but she'll see it Tsukasa's way eventually." Tsubaki answered Akira's question.
"Do you think they're doing *it*?" Soujiro asked. We all groaned and Rui, for once, lashed out at his friend, smacking him on his head.
"Dammit Rui! Is Onee-san rubbing off on you??"
"Wonder what happened to Umi-chan…." I said outloud. The group looked at me and we all started laughing.
"Tsukushi-chan decked her pretty hard." JR said of his observation.
"That's Makino for you. Never expect anything less." Rui said smiling.
"Well, you guys can feel free to stay here tonight. It's getting rather late and we've had a long night. Just tell Tama-chan and she'll prepare the rooms for you." Tsubaki said.
"Thanks Onee-san!" We all exclaimed.
That night, Tsukasa remembered his true love. Everything went according to plan. Some things worked out better than we expected. It was a good night. Pretty stressful actually, but all in all, things ended well. At least my job was over with. What a relief.
JR tapped my shoulder and I turned around to greet him. "So sexy, you ready for bed?" He asked winking at me.
"Yeah…just not with you." I said teasingly as I stood up and ran over to Rui.
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Another disclaimer: I don't own Fushigi Yuugi either.
-For those who have watched FY, remember when Tamahome remembered Miaka? Well, that was a tear jerker for me, and I used it as a reference in here.
WHEW! That was a tough chapter people. So how was it? Be honest now.
- Oh! I did have to add that lil *Tsukasa's mind* thing because well, telling the story in a first person perspective, you can't really get the full thoughts of another character. I wanted to show you guys what went through Tsuaksa's head as he remembered Tsukushi.
-I might edit this later, but its about 130am and I'm sleepy now. Thank you guys. Please review and let me know how you liked it. There's one more chapter left ^_^ I'll have it up shortly.
Author's notes: Woohoo!! Sorry for the delay happy people, but I had serious mental block on this story.
Thank you everyone for reading and also those who have reviewed, thank you very much. I love to know that you guys are actually enjoying this story.
****I REVISED THIS CHAPTER!**** I wasn't happy when I woke up this morning and read it over. I changed a few things, but nothing drastic.
Well now….ENJOY!!!!
Revelations
Tsukasa took my hand and led me to the dance floor. I couldn't help but feel a bit nervous with all these people staring at me. I looked at the other guys and gave them a smile, letting know that it was time. Soon, Tsukushi and Tsukasa will be together. Soon, Umi and Kaede's deception will be revealed. A beautiful waltz played as Tsukasa twirled me around the dance floor. Moments later, the emcee told everyone else to join us. Slowly, the dance floor filled with other couples waltzing.
Soujiro had asked Tsukushi to dance and they were only a few feet away from us. I felt Tsukasa's grip tense as he saw the couple dancing rather closely. They danced their way closer to us. I whispered to Tsukasa asking if he was okay, but his face was stoic and I received no answer.
"Oi Tsukasa! This is a great party!" Soujiro said, then turned back to Tsukushi. "Makino are you having a good time?" Tsukushi smiled at the handsome young man and nodded. They're actually really cute together, but that relationship would never work.
Suddenly, there was darkness. The lights had gone off and massive pandemonium followed. I felt Tsukushi and Soujiro next to me still, Soujiro telling her it would be okay for her to stay with him. Tsukasa was saying something to me, but I couldn't hear a thing because of all the screaming. Right when Tsukasa tried to tighten his hold on me, I slipped out of his grasp, and Soujiro slyly put Tsukushi in my place. Okay, part one completed, now we just have to wait for the lights. Soujiro grabbed for me and held on, as there were still many people running around.
"Don't move. Just stay here and I promise you won't get trampled on." I heard Tsukasa say to the female in front of him. He had his hands on her shoulders, trying to keep her close.
I tried to get closer to listen in on the conversation. Instead, I tripped over Soujiro and pushed into Tsukushi. At that very second, the lights came back.
Lights. I turned to see Tsukasa and Tsukushi to make sure they were okay. To my absolute shock, the two were lip to lip. Soujiro and I did double takes, not expecting this to happen. We watched as Tsukushi broke away and bowed her head, getting a great view of the ballroom floor. Both faces a deep crimson.
---Tsukasa's mind---
The lights went off and I felt myself lose hold of Reona. She was in my grasp again, but this feeling. It was different. Her touch made me feel funny all over. Then someone pushed her and she fell into me. In that brief moment, I felt lips brush softly against my own. What a wonderful feeling. I stood there shocked. The lights came back on and it was Makino who was in my arms. This scene is all too familiar in my head. Déjà vu? The lights. The touch of her lips. The blush in her cheeks. The warmth of her touch. Those beautiful brown eyes. I remember this. I remember her.
---End Tsukasa's mind---
"Makino…." Tsukasa said in the most sincere voice. His tone of voice caused Tsukushi to look into his eyes.
"I remember…..you" He spoke softly, his eyes piercing through Tsukushi's. Seconds after hearing his words, Tsukushi's eyes bulged, finally registering what he just said.
"You remember…" Tsukushi's eyes glistening, one tear rolling down the side of her face.
"I'm sorry…." Tsukasa said, lifting his hand and gently wiping her tear away "Don't cry anymore…" He finished, taking Tsukushi in his arms, embracing her tightly. YAY!!
I turned to Soujiro and the other F3 who had joined us on the dance floor. I think everyone was still paralyzed from the scene of Tsukushi and Tsukasa kissing. HE REMEMBERED!!!! Dammit Tsukasa! It took you long enough!
I was so happy and so moved by this chain of events. I wanted to cry. It was like watching Tamahome remember Miaka all over again.
"It's good to have you back Tsukasa" Rui said, coming out from a group of on lookers. We were all smiling at the two standing before us.
"Let's all go back to the table." Rui suggested. The other agreed and began walking to the nearest empty table.
"What is going on here Tsukasa?!" Kaede's voice boomed behind the group making their way to a table.
I stiffened at her voice. She could be so scary sometimes.
Tsukasa, as well as everyone else, turned to face Kaede Doumyoji.
"Doumyoji-kun!" Umi came running out of nowhere, like she always does, and threw her arms around Tsukasa.
Tsukasa quickly pulled the young girl off. "Let go of me. Who do you think you are?" Umi looked up, surprised at his answer, tears forming at the brim of her eyes. "What do you mean Doumyoji-kun?"
"Do you not understand Japanese? I told you to let go." Tsukasa answered icily.
Akira made his way next to me and whispered, "Part one of the plan worked better than expected huh?"
"You're telling me" I answered, laughing. Who knew that her kiss would jolt his memory? It was purely accidental too. We had planned for the two to be in each other's arms when the lights came back on.
"Tsukasa do not talk to your fiance that way." That brought my attention back to reality. This was going to be good. I hoped that JR was doing okay with everything.
"MY WHAT?" and "HIS WHAT?" were asked in unison by everyone present. The atmosphere of the ballroom darkened. The guests stood or sat silently, listening to the drama unfolding before them. Here it goes. We were waiting all night for this moment.
Haughtily, Kaede repeated herself. "Umi-chan is your fiance Tsukasa. Do not talk to her in such an ill manner."
"Doumyoji-kun! My parents have agreed to the marriage proposal. You're mother insisted that we wed right away." Umi said, still clinging onto Tsukasa. I looked at Tsukushi, who was being held back by Rui. She struggled against his grip, and I saw the frustration and anger flare in her eyes.
"That is what this party is for Tsukasa. I wanted to announce your engagement to all our friends." Kaede continued, smiling wickedly at Tsukushi.
"Look you witch. I am not marrying this" Tsukasa pointed a finger at Umi "..this…girl"
"But Doumy-"
"Get away from me!" Tsukasa cut off Umi's protest as his voice thundered, sending everyone to silence again.
* Doumyoji-sama, what should we do now? It is obvious that Tsukasa wants nothing to do with me.*
JR had put the tape into play. Part two was well under way.
* Just stick to the original plan. You were doing quite well, but I see that you have been slacking the past few weeks. Make sure Tsukasa thinks it is you he has forgotten. If you need to cook or anything else, to make him believe it's you, then you do it. Is that clear? I will not allow that horrid pest of a girl back into my son's life.*
Kaede's voice blasted through the speakers. Tsukushi gasped, her temper only flaring more. Umi gasped in surprise, her eyes bulging and jaw dropped. What a Kodak moment that was. I only wish I had my camera with me right then.
The conversation continued to play, and those interested, listened intently to the words of deceit spoken between Kaede and Umi.
"You set this up?" Tsukasa asked glaring daggers at Kaede, not paying attention to the rest of the conversation. He looked beyond angry, like he wanted to kill someone.
"Really Tsukasa, you think I would do something like that to my son? Anyone could imitate my voice." Was that fear in Kaede's voice?
"I highly doubt that" Soujiro muttered under his breath.
"What kind of an idiot do you take me for?!" Tsukasa stepped closer to Kaede.
A large white screen descended from the ceiling of the ballroom, causing everyone's attention to steer that way. Moments later, the pictures of Umi and Kaede together at the café popped up, one right after the other. Other pictures of the two sitting together talking at the park or on Eitokou's grounds were there too. I'm proud of JR for getting more shots of them together than I had expected.
"Where are these photos coming from? Which one of you did this?" Kaede asked us accusingly. None of us answered.
"When I find out who was behind this, I will make sure your life is hell." She threatened, but I was unfazed by her stares and accusations. I'd never see her again anyways.
*Do not disappoint me. I am paying you very well for this job. I do not accept failure.*
"YOU…YOU….BITCH!" Tsukushi broke from Rui's grasp and slapped Umi. The slap was so hard that Umi fell back, hitting the hard dance floor.
"You were paid to keep Doumyoji and I apart?! Sorry missy but you failed miserably at your attempt." Tsukushi was ready to kick her when Rui picked her up and pulled her back again.
Umi got back up and tried to defend herself "But Tsukushi-chan…I really do love Doumyoji-kun"
"You have no idea what love is. That is not love. Love is what Tsukasa and I share. Something that you could NEVER touch." Tsukasa stopped, hearing Tsukushi call him by his first name. Umi shut her mouth in defeat and ran off.
"Tsukasa do you have any idea how badly you've destroyed our family's name just by associating with someone like her?" Kaede argued, pointing to Tsukushi.
"Is that all you're concerned about? The family name?" Tsukasa retorted.
"Well, Witch, I don't need your name nor your money." Kaede glared at him.
"You don't know what you're talking about Tsukasa. You are the heir to the Doumyoji empire. You will be running the company one day."
"Not anymore. As of today, I renounce the title of Doumyoji." The guests gasped and began gossiping to one another.
"Tsukasa!"
"If you would just accept Tsukushi, we wouldn't have this problem. But your pride and your ignorance gets the better of you."
"I refuse…to allow this girl in your life."
"That is not your choice. I am in love with her." Tsukasa said sternly. He walked to Tsuksushi and reached his hand out to her. Rui released his hold on her as she grabbed Tsukasa's hand. We stood there, watching, as the couple began their walk out of the ballroom, heads held high, occasionally glancing at each other, smiling.
"TSUKASA! IF you walk out that door, do not think you can easily return!" Kaede screamed at the top of her lungs. The reunited couple ignored her rants and exited the ballroom and then the mansion.
After Tsukushi and Tsukasa's magnificent exit, the party ended. Kaede tried to save her dignity by assuring the guests it was all one big misunderstanding. Slowly, the guests left and the ballroom emptied.
As the last guest left, Kaede disappeared. She may have been around the house, but she was nowhere to be found once the guests were gone.
Rui, Soujiro, Tsubaki, Akira, JR and I sat around a table. We all sighed in unison.
"Tomeda-san, you are truly a genius." Akira complimented.
"You came up with this? How did you get this information on my mother?" Tsubaki asked, curiosity taking over.
"I'm sorry Tsubaki-san, but I can't tell you."
"Yeah! If we can't know, then neither can you." Soujiro said teasingly. Tsubaki quickly smacked the side of his head. "Is that any way to talk to your Onee-san?" Soujiro rubbed the lump on his head and shook his head vigorously.
"Sorry…" He said to Tsubaki.
"Let's just say that I managed to stumble on all of this." I said to Tsubaki as she was still waiting for an answer.
"Where do you think they went?" JR asked.
"Probably back to Tsukushi's" Rui answered.
"Do you really think your mom would disown him and cut him off completely from the Doumyoji fortune?"
"Probably not. She is one unbelievably stubborn woman, but she'll see it Tsukasa's way eventually." Tsubaki answered Akira's question.
"Do you think they're doing *it*?" Soujiro asked. We all groaned and Rui, for once, lashed out at his friend, smacking him on his head.
"Dammit Rui! Is Onee-san rubbing off on you??"
"Wonder what happened to Umi-chan…." I said outloud. The group looked at me and we all started laughing.
"Tsukushi-chan decked her pretty hard." JR said of his observation.
"That's Makino for you. Never expect anything less." Rui said smiling.
"Well, you guys can feel free to stay here tonight. It's getting rather late and we've had a long night. Just tell Tama-chan and she'll prepare the rooms for you." Tsubaki said.
"Thanks Onee-san!" We all exclaimed.
That night, Tsukasa remembered his true love. Everything went according to plan. Some things worked out better than we expected. It was a good night. Pretty stressful actually, but all in all, things ended well. At least my job was over with. What a relief.
JR tapped my shoulder and I turned around to greet him. "So sexy, you ready for bed?" He asked winking at me.
"Yeah…just not with you." I said teasingly as I stood up and ran over to Rui.
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Another disclaimer: I don't own Fushigi Yuugi either.
-For those who have watched FY, remember when Tamahome remembered Miaka? Well, that was a tear jerker for me, and I used it as a reference in here.
WHEW! That was a tough chapter people. So how was it? Be honest now.
- Oh! I did have to add that lil *Tsukasa's mind* thing because well, telling the story in a first person perspective, you can't really get the full thoughts of another character. I wanted to show you guys what went through Tsuaksa's head as he remembered Tsukushi.
-I might edit this later, but its about 130am and I'm sleepy now. Thank you guys. Please review and let me know how you liked it. There's one more chapter left ^_^ I'll have it up shortly.
