Vegetable Soup For The Digi-Romantic's Soul #13: Koukari
By Carter Quetzi Tachikawa
I Believe Love Will Find a Way
All right! My first installment is finished! I got the Koukari through! I never did one of these since I've written mostly Koumi, Kouyako, Takari, and Daikari. Nevertheless I am beat! Exams and writing...it took up all my energy. Don't know when I'll get started with your requests. Probably in the late summer because I will be leaving in June and recuperating during July. Anyway, this series is more or less finished minus the requests. This will also mark the first story from a first person POV: Kari. I don't own Digimon. Let's begin, shall we?
"What can I do to make you mine?
Falling so hard, so fast this time.
What did I say? What did you do?
How did I fall in love with you?"
Backstreet Boys "How Did I Fall In Love With You?"
"Get out! GET OUT!!!!!!!!"
"Sir, I can explain..."
"I don't want any explanations from you! I don't ever want to see you again! DO YOU UNDERSTAND???!!!"
"No, Dad..."
"Kari, go to your room! You, get out of here!"
"But you don't..."
"Come on, Kari", my brother Tai wrapped his arm around me and led me back to my room. I could hear my dad still yelling and then I heard him slam the front door. I collapsed on the bed and began to sob. It wasn't fair.
I guess I should start from the beginning. Tai started to have a little trouble in chemistry so Izzy Izumi offered to help him out. At first, it didn't seem like a big deal. Izzy-kun has always been a good friend of ours so naturally my brother accepted his little offer. He needed all the help he could get and Izzy was the person who could give it.
Every afternoon, Izzy dropped by to teach Tai about solubility and acid-base chemistry. Sometimes, he'd stay over for dinner. I would be in the room while Izzy-kun helped Tai out, studying at the same time. We'd talk sometimes during the breaks. I don't know why...but I felt funny around Izzy. I felt as though something crawled up my back and slid down my front. We couldn't stand to look at each other anymore. Then it hit me...I was in love.
I don't know why anyone wouldn't love Koushiro Izumi. His wild reddish brown hair isn't quite as wild anymore but I like it all the same. Those Oreo colored eyes...filled with intelligence and compassion. Just the way he talks, all that extensive vocabulary, I love it. Izzy may be older but...
Anyway the more I saw Izzy the more I adored him. I spent more time in Tai's room, just listening to everything he said. I didn't want to fall in love but I just couldn't keep the charade up any longer. I confronted Izzy and told him how I truly felt.
Naturally, Kou was surprised. I felt terrible but what else could I do? I didn't want to keep it under wraps for the rest of my life. Izzy-kun understood and confessed to me his biggest secret: he was in love with me. I asked him why and he couldn't answer. That was the first time Koushiro Izumi didn't have an answer for a question. I loved him even more after that.
We shared our first kiss tonight. It was sweet and firm, just like Izzy was. After the studying, the three of us went out for ice cream. Tai left early with some other friends but Izzy assured him that I'd get home in time. I swear that was all that I wanted to happen! But wouldn't you know it...tonight was the night the Teenage Wolves were playing close to our house. Naturally, the streets were jam- packed. I assume every girl was trying to get to the concert in time...they probably wanted a lock of Matt Ishida's hair or something. (As if he'd give it to them!) So Izzy and I were stuck for a long time. He turned on the radio and we sat in the car, listening to music and waiting for the traffic to clear. Time was going by so fast...and I got so tired. That was when Izzy kissed me. I don't think I'll ever forget that despite my fatigue. I ultimately fell asleep...and didn't wake up 'til my parents found us. I was leaning on Izzy and he had his arms wrapped around me. As it turned out, we were there for an hour and half. Growing worried, they came looking for us...and thus, the result.
"Kari, I know Izzy didn't do anything to you", Tai was saying. "He's not that type."
"I'm sorry, Tai. I...I didn't mean it..."
"I know that too", Tai said quietly. "I also know how much Izzy means to you."
"I'll never see him again!" I wailed.
"Yes, you will! Izzy won't keep anything in his way...not even Mom and Dad."
"I don't want to hurt Mom and Dad either", I mumbled softly, my lips quivering. "I'm sorry, Tai."
"You don't need to apologize to me. I don't know what to do now..."
"I want to see Izzy!" I sobbed. "I want to be with him!"
"Shhhh! Kari, don't scream. Listen, I will find a way to bring Izzy to you. I'll tell him how you feel."
"He'll never speak to me again", I murmured.
"It'll get better. Love will find a way if I don't", Tai promised.
"Thank you", I whispered.
I miss Kou already. I know he won't be welcome in our house again. I think my parents are relieved that we didn't do anything in that car but they're still furious. I've been grounded from everything. I'm just sitting at my desk, contemplating. Why did this go wrong? Whose fault was it? Was the band's fault for playing that night? Was it my brother's for leaving me with Izzy? Was it the traffic? Was it my parents? Was it Izzy's fault for kissing me? Or was it mine for falling asleep and falling in love?
"Go to bed, Kari", my brother said. "We'll sort this out tomorrow."
Numb to the bone, I nod and go into the bathroom to change. It's been the longest night for me...I don't know if I can sleep.
* * *
"Izzy..."
"Yeah, Kari?"
Oh no! Why am I dreaming this moment again?
"Izzy, I don't know how to say this in an easy way...I guess I'll have to be harsh."
"What's wrong, Kari?"
No! I don't want to hear this!
"I...I love you."
Oh dear God!
"Kari..."
"I love you!"
I wait to hear Izzy say the same words but suddenly I'm surrounded by all other voices, authoritative voices. In short, my parents.
"Get away from my daughter!"
"GET OUT OF HER LIFE!"
No! NO! I could see Izzy turning pale, then running away. I hear myself call after him but my shouts are drowned out by my parents.
"We never want to see you and Kari together again!!!!!"
"We never want to see you period!"
Mama! Daddy! NOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!! Don't do this to me!!!!!!!!
* * *
"Don't!" I woke up with a start. That was the worst dream I ever had. I get down from my bunk and look at my brother. He's still asleep and snoring. Taking a sip of water from the glass, I pace around a bit. I need to calm down before I can go back to sleep.
I have to see Izzy again. Somehow, someway...I need to see him tomorrow.
* * *
I went over to the Izumi's the next day, lying to my parents unfortunately. I told them I had to pick up some homework from Davis. (I don't think Davis himself would know what the homework was) Mrs. Izumi greeted me and, unlike my folks, she understood a little better. She led me into Kou's room. He was working on the computer but pushed away from it when he saw me. I threw my arms around him and kissed him. This time, it had more passion and flair. Izzy-kun pulled away from me for a minute.
"Kari-chan", he began. "I missed you."
"You're telling me! I can't stop thinking of you all night." I pulled him closer and hugged him tighter.
"You're not mad?" He asked with a whisper.
"No. You didn't do anything and you're not the type to do such things. It was at a bad time in a bad place."
"Have you spoken to your parents?"
I shook my head. "No. I don't know what to say."
"Maybe if you explain things, they'll understand."
"You tried and they didn't listen."
"I'm not their child, you are. You should try..."
"Kou-kun, what do I do? I feel guilty."
"What? About falling in love?"
"Yeah."
"You shouldn't be", Izzy smiled. "Love does funny things to people."
"How do I explain this to my parents?"
"You have to figure that yourself, Kari. I don't always have the answers."
"I know", I sighed. But where do I start looking for answers?
* * *
I spent the next couple of weeks thinking about how to bring this up to my parents. Everyday after school, I run into Izzy and spend time with him. Each one ends with us kissing more passionately than the day before and not quite as the kiss we'll have tomorrow. By now, I think the others know what's going on. I feel sorry for TK and Davis...I didn't mean to hurt their feelings. I guess this little relationship I have with Izzy is hurting everyone. Nevertheless, I had finally decided how to explain everything to Mom and Dad.
"Kari, I think I know how to explain everything to Mom and Dad!" Tai came into my room all excited.
"Thanks, Tai. But I have a plan."
"Mine's is even better."
"How so?"
"You have to see it to believe me!"
"Thanks but I'll go with mine."
"What's yours?"
"I'll tell Mom and Dad", I muttered.
"Kari...I know that's what you should do but..."
"I have to try. Kou-kun told me to."
"Trust me..."
"Let me try, Tai."
"Okay", Tai stopped pressuring. "Try talking to them."
I took a deep breath and headed to living room where both my parents were. My mom was slaving over the stove and my dad was sitting in front of the TV. I knew it was now or never.
"Mom? Dad? Can we talk?"
"Sure, honey. Let me check on the vegetables here", my mom said.
"Sit down, sweet pea", my dad patted the cushion next to him. I sat down like he told me. I nervously drummed my fingers, still unsure how I'd bring this up. I caught Tai watching from our room. He looked worried. Not that I blame him.
"What's up, Kari?" My mom asked.
"You know what happened a few days ago, right?"
"Oh, yes. The 'encounter' with that Izumi boy", my dad said grimacing slightly.
"Yeah...the truth is, he didn't do anything to me. I swear! Koushiro Izumi is not that way!"
"I know, dear."
"You do?"
"I've run into Izzy before. I know he'd never harm you in such a way."
"But why are you keeping me away from him?"
"In fear that he'll fall in love with you. You've been seeing each other for a long time. That night in the car...it was too much", my dad shuddered.
In fear that Kou-kun would fall in love with me? Oh if only they knew! Still, that wasn't the reason I wanted...
"Can I see him still?"
"No, Kari. You still have to serve your punishment."
I felt the ground below me slip. I don't think this was going the way I wanted it to. I decided to give it up before I hurt myself. Smiling weakly, I nodded.
"I guess that's it."
"You sure?"
"Yeah. Thanks."
It hadn't worked. At least they didn't think THAT badly of Izzy.
"Can I put my plan into action?" Tai asked.
"Go ahead", I said with a shrug. Hopefully, he'd be more successful.
"Good. Go on over to Izzy's place."
"Huh?!"
"You heard me! Go!"
"But Tai..."
"No buts! Go!"
"Oh...okay", I have no clue what this plan is. All I know is that I'm scared.
* * *
I went to the Izumi's as usual. Once again, I threw my arms around Izzy and kissed him on the cheek.
"I tried", I murmured.
"I have a feeling you did. How'd it go?"
"Well, they know you didn't do anything to me. But they still won't let me see you. They said cause I was punished but I think there's more..."
"I do too."
"Izzy", I said sitting down. "What if they never approve of me with you?"
"I wouldn't mind. Your parents are only thinking of the best for you."
"I know but..."
"Kari, I love you very much. Even if they never let me see you, I'll be fine."
"You would?"
"Yes. Cause I know you can't stop thinking about me."
"You got that right." I smiled sheepishly.
"And I want you to know this: I would never harm you or anyone in your family. It's not in my nature."
"Of course not."
"You still love me?" He wrapped his arms around my waist.
"Yes. I fell in love with you and now I can't get out", I giggled.
"I fell in love with you too."
Then we kissed. This was probably the best kiss of all. I knew at that moment it was genuine and all of Izzy's words were true. I'd never doubt him again.
"Kari", I heard someone familiar say. I broke the kiss to see my parents. I knew it...my life is over.
"Mom! Dad! I'm sorry!" I blurted out. "I fell in love with Izzy first!"
"No, honey. We're sorry", my mom said.
"I didn't mean to. It just happened! We've been doing this for a while...I snuck out to see Izzy only! I can't help it! I love him!" I was on the verge if tears.
"Kari, didn't you hear me? I said we're sorry."
"Yes! You're sorry cause I broke your rules", I was ready to cry.
"No", my dad shook his head. "Tai explained a couple of things to us..."
"Tai?"
"Yeah", Tai poked his head through the door. "I thought I'd show Mom and Dad that you cared about Izzy."
"We're so sorry, Kari. We didn't know...we never thought you'd fall in love. But now I see you have."
"What are you saying?" I got suspicious.
"After Tai explained everything, we still didn't believe him. So we followed him to the Izumi's and listened to all you said. It turns out that you two really love each other and that Izzy would never hurt you."
"No I wouldn't", Izzy said honestly.
"We were blind to this. I have a feeling that's what you wanted to say tonight", Mom said. "I guess even we can't keep you from falling in love."
"No", I mumbled.
"What does this mean, Mrs. Kamiya?"
"This means you and Kari can see each other whenever you want."
"Really?!" I was ecstatic now. My parents would let me see Izzy! In joy, I threw my arms around him and hugged him.
"You can see him whenever you want after two weeks." my dad threw in.
"After two weeks?"
"You do know you're still grounded for sneaking out, right?"
I sighed. But at least everything worked. Love had helped smooth things out after all.
Okay, I've never written Koukari so be considerate please. This is the last of this series not including the requests. Those will come later. I may not write for a while. I've enjoyed making this series and I hope you enjoyed the stories. I will have more. I already started the "Digi-Friendly Soul" book and I'm thinking about the "Yaoi/Yuri Lovers" one too. I'll take request for those as well as more for these. I'm slowly started to finish up fics. In 31/2 weeks, I'll be on the plane and I'll have very little web access. Have a good summer, everyone. Feel free email me if you want something or you want to talk. Carter
Raven_DeLuca@excite.com
By Carter Quetzi Tachikawa
I Believe Love Will Find a Way
All right! My first installment is finished! I got the Koukari through! I never did one of these since I've written mostly Koumi, Kouyako, Takari, and Daikari. Nevertheless I am beat! Exams and writing...it took up all my energy. Don't know when I'll get started with your requests. Probably in the late summer because I will be leaving in June and recuperating during July. Anyway, this series is more or less finished minus the requests. This will also mark the first story from a first person POV: Kari. I don't own Digimon. Let's begin, shall we?
"What can I do to make you mine?
Falling so hard, so fast this time.
What did I say? What did you do?
How did I fall in love with you?"
Backstreet Boys "How Did I Fall In Love With You?"
"Get out! GET OUT!!!!!!!!"
"Sir, I can explain..."
"I don't want any explanations from you! I don't ever want to see you again! DO YOU UNDERSTAND???!!!"
"No, Dad..."
"Kari, go to your room! You, get out of here!"
"But you don't..."
"Come on, Kari", my brother Tai wrapped his arm around me and led me back to my room. I could hear my dad still yelling and then I heard him slam the front door. I collapsed on the bed and began to sob. It wasn't fair.
I guess I should start from the beginning. Tai started to have a little trouble in chemistry so Izzy Izumi offered to help him out. At first, it didn't seem like a big deal. Izzy-kun has always been a good friend of ours so naturally my brother accepted his little offer. He needed all the help he could get and Izzy was the person who could give it.
Every afternoon, Izzy dropped by to teach Tai about solubility and acid-base chemistry. Sometimes, he'd stay over for dinner. I would be in the room while Izzy-kun helped Tai out, studying at the same time. We'd talk sometimes during the breaks. I don't know why...but I felt funny around Izzy. I felt as though something crawled up my back and slid down my front. We couldn't stand to look at each other anymore. Then it hit me...I was in love.
I don't know why anyone wouldn't love Koushiro Izumi. His wild reddish brown hair isn't quite as wild anymore but I like it all the same. Those Oreo colored eyes...filled with intelligence and compassion. Just the way he talks, all that extensive vocabulary, I love it. Izzy may be older but...
Anyway the more I saw Izzy the more I adored him. I spent more time in Tai's room, just listening to everything he said. I didn't want to fall in love but I just couldn't keep the charade up any longer. I confronted Izzy and told him how I truly felt.
Naturally, Kou was surprised. I felt terrible but what else could I do? I didn't want to keep it under wraps for the rest of my life. Izzy-kun understood and confessed to me his biggest secret: he was in love with me. I asked him why and he couldn't answer. That was the first time Koushiro Izumi didn't have an answer for a question. I loved him even more after that.
We shared our first kiss tonight. It was sweet and firm, just like Izzy was. After the studying, the three of us went out for ice cream. Tai left early with some other friends but Izzy assured him that I'd get home in time. I swear that was all that I wanted to happen! But wouldn't you know it...tonight was the night the Teenage Wolves were playing close to our house. Naturally, the streets were jam- packed. I assume every girl was trying to get to the concert in time...they probably wanted a lock of Matt Ishida's hair or something. (As if he'd give it to them!) So Izzy and I were stuck for a long time. He turned on the radio and we sat in the car, listening to music and waiting for the traffic to clear. Time was going by so fast...and I got so tired. That was when Izzy kissed me. I don't think I'll ever forget that despite my fatigue. I ultimately fell asleep...and didn't wake up 'til my parents found us. I was leaning on Izzy and he had his arms wrapped around me. As it turned out, we were there for an hour and half. Growing worried, they came looking for us...and thus, the result.
"Kari, I know Izzy didn't do anything to you", Tai was saying. "He's not that type."
"I'm sorry, Tai. I...I didn't mean it..."
"I know that too", Tai said quietly. "I also know how much Izzy means to you."
"I'll never see him again!" I wailed.
"Yes, you will! Izzy won't keep anything in his way...not even Mom and Dad."
"I don't want to hurt Mom and Dad either", I mumbled softly, my lips quivering. "I'm sorry, Tai."
"You don't need to apologize to me. I don't know what to do now..."
"I want to see Izzy!" I sobbed. "I want to be with him!"
"Shhhh! Kari, don't scream. Listen, I will find a way to bring Izzy to you. I'll tell him how you feel."
"He'll never speak to me again", I murmured.
"It'll get better. Love will find a way if I don't", Tai promised.
"Thank you", I whispered.
I miss Kou already. I know he won't be welcome in our house again. I think my parents are relieved that we didn't do anything in that car but they're still furious. I've been grounded from everything. I'm just sitting at my desk, contemplating. Why did this go wrong? Whose fault was it? Was the band's fault for playing that night? Was it my brother's for leaving me with Izzy? Was it the traffic? Was it my parents? Was it Izzy's fault for kissing me? Or was it mine for falling asleep and falling in love?
"Go to bed, Kari", my brother said. "We'll sort this out tomorrow."
Numb to the bone, I nod and go into the bathroom to change. It's been the longest night for me...I don't know if I can sleep.
* * *
"Izzy..."
"Yeah, Kari?"
Oh no! Why am I dreaming this moment again?
"Izzy, I don't know how to say this in an easy way...I guess I'll have to be harsh."
"What's wrong, Kari?"
No! I don't want to hear this!
"I...I love you."
Oh dear God!
"Kari..."
"I love you!"
I wait to hear Izzy say the same words but suddenly I'm surrounded by all other voices, authoritative voices. In short, my parents.
"Get away from my daughter!"
"GET OUT OF HER LIFE!"
No! NO! I could see Izzy turning pale, then running away. I hear myself call after him but my shouts are drowned out by my parents.
"We never want to see you and Kari together again!!!!!"
"We never want to see you period!"
Mama! Daddy! NOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!! Don't do this to me!!!!!!!!
* * *
"Don't!" I woke up with a start. That was the worst dream I ever had. I get down from my bunk and look at my brother. He's still asleep and snoring. Taking a sip of water from the glass, I pace around a bit. I need to calm down before I can go back to sleep.
I have to see Izzy again. Somehow, someway...I need to see him tomorrow.
* * *
I went over to the Izumi's the next day, lying to my parents unfortunately. I told them I had to pick up some homework from Davis. (I don't think Davis himself would know what the homework was) Mrs. Izumi greeted me and, unlike my folks, she understood a little better. She led me into Kou's room. He was working on the computer but pushed away from it when he saw me. I threw my arms around him and kissed him. This time, it had more passion and flair. Izzy-kun pulled away from me for a minute.
"Kari-chan", he began. "I missed you."
"You're telling me! I can't stop thinking of you all night." I pulled him closer and hugged him tighter.
"You're not mad?" He asked with a whisper.
"No. You didn't do anything and you're not the type to do such things. It was at a bad time in a bad place."
"Have you spoken to your parents?"
I shook my head. "No. I don't know what to say."
"Maybe if you explain things, they'll understand."
"You tried and they didn't listen."
"I'm not their child, you are. You should try..."
"Kou-kun, what do I do? I feel guilty."
"What? About falling in love?"
"Yeah."
"You shouldn't be", Izzy smiled. "Love does funny things to people."
"How do I explain this to my parents?"
"You have to figure that yourself, Kari. I don't always have the answers."
"I know", I sighed. But where do I start looking for answers?
* * *
I spent the next couple of weeks thinking about how to bring this up to my parents. Everyday after school, I run into Izzy and spend time with him. Each one ends with us kissing more passionately than the day before and not quite as the kiss we'll have tomorrow. By now, I think the others know what's going on. I feel sorry for TK and Davis...I didn't mean to hurt their feelings. I guess this little relationship I have with Izzy is hurting everyone. Nevertheless, I had finally decided how to explain everything to Mom and Dad.
"Kari, I think I know how to explain everything to Mom and Dad!" Tai came into my room all excited.
"Thanks, Tai. But I have a plan."
"Mine's is even better."
"How so?"
"You have to see it to believe me!"
"Thanks but I'll go with mine."
"What's yours?"
"I'll tell Mom and Dad", I muttered.
"Kari...I know that's what you should do but..."
"I have to try. Kou-kun told me to."
"Trust me..."
"Let me try, Tai."
"Okay", Tai stopped pressuring. "Try talking to them."
I took a deep breath and headed to living room where both my parents were. My mom was slaving over the stove and my dad was sitting in front of the TV. I knew it was now or never.
"Mom? Dad? Can we talk?"
"Sure, honey. Let me check on the vegetables here", my mom said.
"Sit down, sweet pea", my dad patted the cushion next to him. I sat down like he told me. I nervously drummed my fingers, still unsure how I'd bring this up. I caught Tai watching from our room. He looked worried. Not that I blame him.
"What's up, Kari?" My mom asked.
"You know what happened a few days ago, right?"
"Oh, yes. The 'encounter' with that Izumi boy", my dad said grimacing slightly.
"Yeah...the truth is, he didn't do anything to me. I swear! Koushiro Izumi is not that way!"
"I know, dear."
"You do?"
"I've run into Izzy before. I know he'd never harm you in such a way."
"But why are you keeping me away from him?"
"In fear that he'll fall in love with you. You've been seeing each other for a long time. That night in the car...it was too much", my dad shuddered.
In fear that Kou-kun would fall in love with me? Oh if only they knew! Still, that wasn't the reason I wanted...
"Can I see him still?"
"No, Kari. You still have to serve your punishment."
I felt the ground below me slip. I don't think this was going the way I wanted it to. I decided to give it up before I hurt myself. Smiling weakly, I nodded.
"I guess that's it."
"You sure?"
"Yeah. Thanks."
It hadn't worked. At least they didn't think THAT badly of Izzy.
"Can I put my plan into action?" Tai asked.
"Go ahead", I said with a shrug. Hopefully, he'd be more successful.
"Good. Go on over to Izzy's place."
"Huh?!"
"You heard me! Go!"
"But Tai..."
"No buts! Go!"
"Oh...okay", I have no clue what this plan is. All I know is that I'm scared.
* * *
I went to the Izumi's as usual. Once again, I threw my arms around Izzy and kissed him on the cheek.
"I tried", I murmured.
"I have a feeling you did. How'd it go?"
"Well, they know you didn't do anything to me. But they still won't let me see you. They said cause I was punished but I think there's more..."
"I do too."
"Izzy", I said sitting down. "What if they never approve of me with you?"
"I wouldn't mind. Your parents are only thinking of the best for you."
"I know but..."
"Kari, I love you very much. Even if they never let me see you, I'll be fine."
"You would?"
"Yes. Cause I know you can't stop thinking about me."
"You got that right." I smiled sheepishly.
"And I want you to know this: I would never harm you or anyone in your family. It's not in my nature."
"Of course not."
"You still love me?" He wrapped his arms around my waist.
"Yes. I fell in love with you and now I can't get out", I giggled.
"I fell in love with you too."
Then we kissed. This was probably the best kiss of all. I knew at that moment it was genuine and all of Izzy's words were true. I'd never doubt him again.
"Kari", I heard someone familiar say. I broke the kiss to see my parents. I knew it...my life is over.
"Mom! Dad! I'm sorry!" I blurted out. "I fell in love with Izzy first!"
"No, honey. We're sorry", my mom said.
"I didn't mean to. It just happened! We've been doing this for a while...I snuck out to see Izzy only! I can't help it! I love him!" I was on the verge if tears.
"Kari, didn't you hear me? I said we're sorry."
"Yes! You're sorry cause I broke your rules", I was ready to cry.
"No", my dad shook his head. "Tai explained a couple of things to us..."
"Tai?"
"Yeah", Tai poked his head through the door. "I thought I'd show Mom and Dad that you cared about Izzy."
"We're so sorry, Kari. We didn't know...we never thought you'd fall in love. But now I see you have."
"What are you saying?" I got suspicious.
"After Tai explained everything, we still didn't believe him. So we followed him to the Izumi's and listened to all you said. It turns out that you two really love each other and that Izzy would never hurt you."
"No I wouldn't", Izzy said honestly.
"We were blind to this. I have a feeling that's what you wanted to say tonight", Mom said. "I guess even we can't keep you from falling in love."
"No", I mumbled.
"What does this mean, Mrs. Kamiya?"
"This means you and Kari can see each other whenever you want."
"Really?!" I was ecstatic now. My parents would let me see Izzy! In joy, I threw my arms around him and hugged him.
"You can see him whenever you want after two weeks." my dad threw in.
"After two weeks?"
"You do know you're still grounded for sneaking out, right?"
I sighed. But at least everything worked. Love had helped smooth things out after all.
Okay, I've never written Koukari so be considerate please. This is the last of this series not including the requests. Those will come later. I may not write for a while. I've enjoyed making this series and I hope you enjoyed the stories. I will have more. I already started the "Digi-Friendly Soul" book and I'm thinking about the "Yaoi/Yuri Lovers" one too. I'll take request for those as well as more for these. I'm slowly started to finish up fics. In 31/2 weeks, I'll be on the plane and I'll have very little web access. Have a good summer, everyone. Feel free email me if you want something or you want to talk. Carter
Raven_DeLuca@excite.com