Oh geez I'm speechless! I want to say thanks for all those who pushed me to continue. In truth I was thinking of dropping this story. But out of respect to those who bothered to review I will try to finish this story as best as I can. Ja ne!
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Asuka fumed as she sat with her friends at lunch that day. Everything seemed to go exactly as planned until Shinji and Rei had a chance to talk again...until they got a chance to talk. That's it! Asuka smirked sadistically as another plan formulated in her head.
" Hey Asuka don't you think your sister and Shinji would make a cute couple?" Hikari asked.
" What do you mean by that?" Asuka obviously displeased.
" Yeah, don't you know that Asuka has her eye out for Shinji?" Sami asked. Hikari furrowed her brows.
" You didn't tell me Asuka. I guess I'm sorry." Hikari said unsure.
" Of course you're sorry! You could've really hurt my feelings you know. Lucky for you that I'm so forgivable." Asuka said before turning to talk to Kyoto.
" Right...lucky me." Hikari said dully looking away. She spotted Rei and Shinji walking into the courtyard laughing. Hikari sighed and turned back to her friends watching them oogle over the latest fashion and celebrities.
" Hey you guys, can you excuse me for a sec?" Hikari asked.
" Yeah, sure." Asuka waved her hand before returning to her oh-so-interesting discussion on hair spray. Hikari shrugged and walked over towards Rei and Shinji who were now sitting at their usual seats.
" Hey guys can I join you for a minute?" Hikari asked. " I'm getting a little bit bored there, listening to them make hair spray into a political debate."
" Of course Hikari-san." Rei said politely moving over on the bench making room for her.
" T-thank you." Hikari said taking a seat and smiling at the two.
" So I hear you have a thing for Touji." Shinji said, wincing immediately afterwards. " Ouch! Rei!" Shinji exclaimed.
" Have you ever heard of the word 'tact'?" Rei asked.
" Of course I have. But I don't see the reason to use it after all it's just a waste of time and breath why not just get to the deal?" Shinji asked.
" I personally think you're being overly blunt." Rei stated. Shinji widened his eyes cutely and pouted.
" You think I'm blunt? I think I'm going to go over there and cry now. Excuse me ladies." Shinji teased, causing both Hikari and Rei to giggle.
" Shinji? How did you find out that I liked Touji I've never told anyone except..." Hikari started.
" ...Asuka and she told me yesterday when she was trying to have a decent conversation with me." Shinji smiled. " Don't worry." Shinji winked. " I've been known to keep a secret or two in my day."
" Which would be?" Rei asked.
" Hardy har har Rei." Shinji said sarcastically. He turned towards Hikari and gave her a genuine smile. " Tell you what. Since I was being overly blunt as Rei so painfully pointed out I'll let you in on a little secret." Shinji checked around to make sure no one was listening. " Me and Kensuke both have a feeling that Touji likes you too. He's been talking about you a lot recently." Hikari blushed five shades of red.
" Would you like to do something with us today Hikari-san?" Rei asked. Hikari looked up at Rei and smiled happily.
" I'd love to. It's been a while since I did anything fun."
" Didn't you go out with Asuka and the others two days ago?" Rei asked.
" Like I said. It's been a while since I did anything fun." Hikari gave Rei a knowing look and Rei stifled a giggle.
" So Rei, what do you want to do?" Shinji asked.
" Have you noticed that every time we decide to do something you always stuck me with where to go and all you do is pick the time?" Rei asked curiously. Shinji stared at her for a few moments before leaning back.
" Well that was just offensive." Shinji crossed his arms and shook his head all the while not cracking a smile.
" I didn't mean to..." Rei started.
" I can't believe you would say something like that. That's very hurtful Rei."
" Shinji..." Rei started again.
" No it's fine. I'll plan where to go this time." Shinji said mockingly.
" I didn't mean any offense it's fine if I pick where to go."
" No I'll plan where you can just pick the time."
" No, I'll plan where." Rei said.
" No I will." Shinji insisted.
" You can pick the time."
" So you can pin in on me again. I don't think so, you can pick the time."
" What's so wrong in picking the time?" Rei asked.
" I don't know why don't you tell me?" Shinji asked.
" Shinji I will plan where to..."
" Pick the goddamn time!" Shinji exclaimed. Hikari, trying to hold in her laughter from spilling out of her, bit into her fist. Shinji and Rei both stared at each other, challenging the other to say anything else. Shinji's lip twitched as a smile threatened to overcome his mask of indifference. Hikari then made the most ridiculous sound, half-way between snorting and choking.
" HIKARI!" both Shinji and Rei exclaimed before bursting out into fits of laughter.
" I-I'm sorry but I couldn't help it." Hikari said in-between laughs.
" I'm so happy we could amuse you." Shinji smiled. " How about the movies at eight?"
" Sure." Rei shrugged.
" I'm for it." Hikari agreed.
" HIKARI-CHAN!" Asuka's voice rang throughout the courtyard.
" Um. I better go before Asuka pops a vein. So I'll see you guys at eight?" Hikari asked.
" Sure." Shinji said.
" Thanks again for letting me sit next to you guys."
" No problem." Rei offered Hikari a small smile before Asuka came and literally dragged Hikari away.
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" Oh Hikari there you are! Guess what Asuka and us figured out the perfect plan to get Shinji and her together!" Sami exclaimed.
" Oh?" Hikari looked at Asuka who nodded.
" Yeah I know this guy who will be willing to act like he actually likes Rei. And while he and Rei spend time together I can squeeze in and nip Shinji." Asuka said proudly.
" She won't even know what hit her!" Kyoto giggled.
" How can you be so sure that this guy would be so willing?" Hikari asked not please with this plan what-so-ever.
" Oh please I throw in a couple of smiles and a few bats of the eyes, who can resist?" Asuka asked.
" Yeah and this way Asuka will have Shinji. Everything will be perfect!" Sami added.
" Oh and who will Rei have?" Hikari asked bitterly.
" Who cares about that doll. It's not like she has a chance with Shinji anyways." Asuka shrugged. " What's the matter with you anyways?" Asuka asked.
" Did you guys ever think that you could hurt Rei this way?" Hikari asked.
" Hikari, Rei's a doll. She doesn't have any feelings." Asuka said.
" No you're wrong! Rei is human just like everyone else and I'm not going to let you hurt her like this! It's not right!" Hikari shouted.
" Hikari cool it will ya? Everyone will hear." Kyoto hushed.
" Alright Hikari, we won't go through with the plan if you're so against it." Asuka said calmly placing a hand on her shoulder.
" You mean it?" Hikari asked skeptically.
" Of course what kind of girl do you take me as? I'm not some kind of demon reincarnate!" Asuka exclaimed.
" Well I guess so. Thanks for doing this for me." Hikari smiled. " I have to get to class now. I'll see you guys there alright?" Hikari asked.
" Catch ya later!" Asuka winked cutely. Hikari nodded and walked away to the class. The three girls watched as Hikari walked away, once she was out of sight Sami and Kyoto turned towards Asuka.
" You're not really gonna give up the plan are you Asuka?" Sami asked.
" Of course not." Asuka scoffed.
" But you just told Hikari..." Kyoto started.
" I only told her that so she won't go blabbing the plan to Rei and Shinji. You saw how she was all buddy buddy with them."
" Asuka, you're so smart." Sami said admiringly.
" Of course I am. How else did you think I'd be. Now excuse me I have a call to make." Asuka turned away and pulled out her cell phone.
" Hello? Kaworu? It's me Asuka, can we meet later today?" Asuka asked sweetly. " Tonight at eight? Perfect. See you then. Buh bye."
' Rei you are going to be sorry that you ever messed with me' Asuka thought as she watched Shinji and Rei laugh at something he had said. She called for Sami and Kyoto and the three of them walked towards the class room just as the warning bell rang.
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Ah so the plot thickens. I wonder what's going to happen? I have to warn you all though, the next chapter may not be in for a while, but I'll try ^_^!
Oh yeah, I don't own Evangelion so don't sue all you money hungry ahous!
Reviews are greatly appreciated. ^_^!