Fireworks
Part 2
By: Silverstar
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I hope everyone is enjoying the fic so far. Reviews are appreciated! Oh, and I think I forgot the disclaimer last time, so this one is for both entries.
Disclaimer: I do not own Sailor Moon or any of the characters. Please do not sue me.
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I looked up from my book to the clock. I wonder what she's doing right now? Getting up, I went over to the phone but then stopped. I couldn't call her! What was I thinking?! Sighing to myself and shaking my head, I sat back down and picked up my book. A few minutes later I put it back down.
"It's useless...I just can't concentrate!" I said to myself. *BRING!* I looked up at the phone. "Could it be her?" I whispered to myself. A few rings later I got up and answered it. "Moshi moshi?"
"Hey Mamoru! What's up?" Motoki said from the other end.
"Nothing, I'm just reading...you?"
"I'm in the coffee shop by your apartment. Why don't you come down?"
"Well...okay. I have nothing better to do. See you in a few," I said as I hung up the phone and went to grab my jacket.
I walked into the coffee shop and saw Motoki sitting at a table. He waved me over and ordered me a coffee as I was sitting down.
"Hey Mamoru, what's wrong man? You look disappointed," he said to me.
"Nothing," I replied as the waitress brought me my coffee. As we started to drink I thought about Usagi. I couldn't get her off my mind.
"Mamoru...Mamoru...Is someone in there?...Mamoru!" I looked up to see Motoki looking at me. "What're you thinking about Mamoru? I girl perhaps?"
"Uhh...no..." I answered. Not very persuasive.
"Yes you are! But who? That's the question." Before I could do anything he grabbed my jacket and went searching through the pockets. "Maybe I'll find the answer in here."
"Hey! Motoki, stop it!" I ordered. He didn't stop. Then, he pulled out a pink hair ribbon. I couldn't believe it. Usagi's hair ribbon...It must had gotten in there during my encounter with her earlier...
"And whose is this?" he asked, holding it up and examining it. "Ohh...a piece of blond hair is on here...a blond?" He looked at me and shook his head. "Mamoru! A smart guy like you falling for a blond? I didn't expect it." I shoved him as he started to laugh at his joke. Then, before I could stop him he grabbed my wallet and went through it.
"Motoki! I said stop it! Motoki!" I reached over and grabbed the ribbon and wallet, but it was too late. He had in his hand a picture. He gasped and then looked at me. Then he looked back at the picture, and then at me again, and so on.
"M-Mamoru? This is a picture of Usagi...wearing the same pink ribbon that you have in your hand." I starred at him and then tried to make up an excuse.
"Motoki! I can't believe you! Lots of girls own pink hair ribbons! And I could have just found that on the ground. Who says it's from a girl?" He looked at me and then smiled.
"It's too late to cover it up Mamoru-chan. I already saw you blush...and look." He pointed at the ribbon. In the corned was the rabbit head symbol that Usagi loves so much. I gulped and then looked at the picture. The same hair ribbon...
"I...uh...um..." I stuttered, trying to think of something to say.
"Too late Mamoru!" Motoki told me. "Your secret's out. You have a crush on 'Odango'!" I looked at my best friend and then took the picture. Placing everything back in my jacket pocket, I surrendered.
"I guess I knew you'd find out sooner or later," I told him as he started to laugh.
"I knew you'd admit it," he gloated as I ordered another cup of coffee.
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I walked into Ami's bedroom with my pink bunny pajamas on. My brother had been ever so kind to bring me some of my things from my house...hehe...the look on his face was priceless. When I walked in Ami was in light blue PJs sitting on her bed reading. I smiled at the sight of her still reading even though I was about to tell her all about my crush on Mamoru...hehe. I guess she isn't as much into gossip as I thought.
When she looked up and saw me she immediately put the book down and motioned me to come over. I guess she _is_ into gossip as much as the others...*sweatdrop* I walked over and sat down next to her on her bed. After taking a deep breath I started my tale. I told all about how I'd always liked Mamoru...but had only realized it recently. And I told of my encounter with him earlier. When I was done I looked at Ami to see her smiling at me.
"Well, at least you finally realized it," she said.
"What do you mean?" I asked. She laughed and then put her arm around my shoulders.
"I always knew you liked him." I gasped and looked at her in shock. "Oh, the others don't know. Don't worry about them." She smiled and then pulled away.
"H-How did you know?" I asked her as she leaned back on the bed.
"Oh, it was really simple actually." I looked at her for a little longer and then she continued. "You guys have always fought. You always complained about him...but...just the look in your eyes when he was around was enough to convince me. You made like you were upset when he teased you, but I saw the smile on your face after it was all over. You were happy that he gave you any attention at all."
"Wow...I didn't know I was that transparent," I said as she sat up.
"Oh, it's not only you Usagi. It's Mamoru too." I looked at her in complete shock.
"Y-You're kidding! Mamoru doesn't like me!" She shook her head and then smiled.
"Out of all of us he chose you to tease. I know how nice Mamoru is...why would he tease you? Because he gets a reaction from you and he gets your attention. That's why. I see him smiling to himself as he walks down the street after teasing you. He loves it when you're around. And after that story you just told me about you meeting him today...I'm sure he likes you just as much as you like him."
"R-Really?" I asked unbelieving. Ami nodded and it was my turn to drop down onto the bed. I pondered it for a moment and then started to laugh. "You mean that, don't you Ami-chan?" I smiled to myself and thought of him. *sigh*
"And there have been other encounters with him too...Am I right Usagi?" After thinking about it I smiled.
"You're right Ami-chan...You're right." Then I couldn't keep it in any longer. "Yeeeeeaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" I squealed and launched myself at Ami. "Domo arigato Ami-chan!! You are the best friend ever! You just made me feel so much hope and so much to look forward too. Arigato." Ami smiled and then hugged me back.
"You're welcome Usagi-chan...You're welcome." Then I let go of her because I'm pretty sure she was having trouble breathing. I was just so happy! She looked over at me to see that I had a huge grin on my face and I was humming happily to myself.
"You're too much Usagi," she snickered. I looked over at her and just laughed. I was just so incredibly happy! "C'mon! Let's go celebrate your excitement with some ice cream. I'll race you to the kitchen!" We were up and in the kitchen in two seconds flat.
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I looked over at my clock from my position on my bed: ten o'clock. Was it too early for Usagi to be out? Yeah...she was probably still in bed. I got up and then picked up her ribbon. It had the slight aroma of her shampoo. *sigh* I missed her already when I had seen her yesterday afternoon. Finally, I grabbed my jacket and headed for the arcade. If she wasn't there then I'd wait for her. I was a resourceful guy...and Motoki was probably working. We could talk.
When I walked into the arcade I was disappointed to see no Odangos. Motoki waved me over and got me a cup of coffee.
"So Mamoru, what brings you here? Your girl friend?" he teased as he brought me my coffee. Shaking my head at him, I took the coffee and kept my mouth shut. "C'mon Mamoru, admit it. You're here to see her."
"Well..." I said slowly. Then, I pulled out her hair ribbon. "I do have to give this back to her." He smiled at me and then gave me a shove.
"You are resourceful my friend," he said as he went to wait on another customer.
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"I can't believe you have me up this early," I whined to Ami as I followed her down the street. "It's ten thirty for crying out loud..." I mumbled as I gradually slowed down to a creep and eventually stopped all together.
"Usagi-chan!" Ami complained as she turned around and walked back to me. "Don't you want to see Mamoru?" I stopped midway through my yawn when I heard his name and looked around to see if he was nearby. "Usagi, this is the perfect opportunity to see Mamoru!"
"What do you mean?" I asked as she grabbed me and we continued to walk.
"Well, Mamoru usually hangs out at the arcade with Andrew on Saturdays. You could give him back his sun glasses and...start up a conversation with him." I was wide-awake now.
"No! I couldn't! What would I say?!" I panicked.
"Oh brother, you have it for him worse then I thought," she mumbled as she dragged me along in the direction of the arcade.
By the time we got there I had forgotten all about the Mamoru thing and couldn't wait to play video games with Ami. She even offered to pay my share!
"Wow Ami! Arigato for bringing me!" I exclaimed as we walked in. "You're so good at the games and I want to show you some of the new ones. Maybe you could teach me?" She nodded but rolled her eyes. "What Ami?"
"Have you already forgotten why we're here? I know I may not be an expert with this sort of thing but I'm trying to help you." I looked at Ami and then smiled.
"I know...arigato Ami...We can get some milkshakes first. Maybe Mamoru will walk in and see us there." I told her.
"Now you're thinking girlfriend!" she said as we headed over to the counter. When I turned around I saw Mamoru. He was sitting at the counter slowly drinking his coffee. Motoki saw us and came over.
"Hey girls! Can I get you anything?" he asked.
"Yes please," Ami said. "One chocolate milkshake for Usagi and a strawberry one for me."
"Okay, coming right up," he said as he walked away. When he walked around the counter I saw him say something to Mamoru. Then, Mamoru turned around and looked at us. He quickly looked away and started to drink his coffee.
"Go on Usagi...go talk to him," Ami insisted.
"I don't know if I can," I said nervously. Then, I remembered what Ami had said last night and I gained my composure. I nodded to Ami and slowly walked over.
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I sipped my coffee and let out a sigh. Maybe she wouldn't come today. Then, Motoki came over.
"Guess who's here Mamoru," he whispered before going over to the milkshake machine. I looked over my shoulder to see Usagi and Ami standing there talking. I quickly turned back to my coffee and took a sip to settle my nerves. I had talked to this girl so many times before but I was so nervous today. That was because today I wanted to find out how she felt about me. Today I'd make the effort and maybe she'd return some of my feelings. *THUMP!* I looked over and almost fell out of my seat. Sitting next to me was Usagi. She looked at me nervously and then looked over at Ami. Ami smiled and then went to talk to Motoki.
"K-Konnichwa Mamoru...How are you?" she said. This was too strange. She wasn't acting like her usual self.
"I'm fine Usagi, but are you okay? You seem distracted." She smiled and then looked up at me.
"Gomen Mamoru." At that moment Motoki brought a milkshake over to Usagi and then went over to Ami (not before winking at me). Shaking my head at him, I poured myself some more coffee and returned my attention to Usagi.
"So, what's new Usagi?" I asked, trying to be nice and start conversation. She looked at me and then started to laugh. I grinned, not knowing what was funny, but willing to go along with it.
"Mamoru? Why aren't you calling me Odango? What's with the nice talk? Are you trying to bribe me?" I smiled and then shook my head.
"No, of course not Odango." She smiled and then started to drink some of her milkshake. She looked so cute sitting there holding her straw, sipping the shake, and looking at me with her adorable blue eyes.
"Mamoru - Usagi, I have something to return to you," we both said at the same time. Then we laughed and the smile on her face was gorgeous. Before we both knew it milkshake was all over her face. That got me laughing more and Usagi whining about how there was never a wet towel around when you needed one.
"Here," I said, taking a towel from behind the counter and reaching up to wipe the chocolate from her cheeks, chin, and nose.
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Things were going smoothly with Mamoru and I was in high spirits. Then, I laughed as I was taking a drink of my milkshake. It went all over my face and I tried franticly to get it off.
"This stuff is so sticky!" I whined to Mamoru. "Where are all the wet towels around this place?" Mamoru started to laugh and before I knew it he reached for a towel behind the counter.
"Here," he said genuinely as he reached over to wipe my face. I stopped squirming as he wiped off the remaining milkshake and handed me a napkin. He seemed like he really cared for me at that moment...Ami had been right. There is hope for us. There was silence for a moment and then Mamoru reached into his pocket and put something on the table. I looked over to see my hair ribbon I had lost from yesterday.
"Mamo-chan! You found my ribbon! Arigato! Domo arigato! That was my favorite one!" I squealed. Then, before I could stop myself, I reached over and gave him a big hug. Remembering where I was, I quickly pulled away and looked down. "Uhhh...gomen Mamoru-chan," I said to him blushing deeply. I couldn't believe I had used my nickname for him in public and I had said it to him! And I had hugged him! I looked over to see Ami chuckling with Motoki...Why had I let her talk me into this? When I looked up I saw Mamoru looking at me with curiosity.
"You had something to return to me, didn't you Usa?" he asked, winking at me.
"Y-Yes..." I answered, embarrassed beyond embarrassment......nani? Had he called me Usa? I looked up at him to see him smiling at me. Reaching into my bag, I pulled out his sunglasses. "I accidentally put them in my bag yesterday when we collided. Gomen Mamoru," I said as I put them on the counter.
"I was wondering where those went," he said to him self before picking them up and putting them on. "Arigato Odango! I'll see you later!" he called as he put some money on the counter and left. I followed him with my eyes until he left the arcade and then let out a huge sigh. Turning around, I saw Motoki and Ami standing next to me. *sweatdrop*
"So?" Ami asked. I looked at her and then smiled.
"There's hope yet Ami-chan...There's hope yet," I said softly. She smiled at me and then I followed her over to the video games.
Part 2
By: Silverstar
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I hope everyone is enjoying the fic so far. Reviews are appreciated! Oh, and I think I forgot the disclaimer last time, so this one is for both entries.
Disclaimer: I do not own Sailor Moon or any of the characters. Please do not sue me.
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I looked up from my book to the clock. I wonder what she's doing right now? Getting up, I went over to the phone but then stopped. I couldn't call her! What was I thinking?! Sighing to myself and shaking my head, I sat back down and picked up my book. A few minutes later I put it back down.
"It's useless...I just can't concentrate!" I said to myself. *BRING!* I looked up at the phone. "Could it be her?" I whispered to myself. A few rings later I got up and answered it. "Moshi moshi?"
"Hey Mamoru! What's up?" Motoki said from the other end.
"Nothing, I'm just reading...you?"
"I'm in the coffee shop by your apartment. Why don't you come down?"
"Well...okay. I have nothing better to do. See you in a few," I said as I hung up the phone and went to grab my jacket.
I walked into the coffee shop and saw Motoki sitting at a table. He waved me over and ordered me a coffee as I was sitting down.
"Hey Mamoru, what's wrong man? You look disappointed," he said to me.
"Nothing," I replied as the waitress brought me my coffee. As we started to drink I thought about Usagi. I couldn't get her off my mind.
"Mamoru...Mamoru...Is someone in there?...Mamoru!" I looked up to see Motoki looking at me. "What're you thinking about Mamoru? I girl perhaps?"
"Uhh...no..." I answered. Not very persuasive.
"Yes you are! But who? That's the question." Before I could do anything he grabbed my jacket and went searching through the pockets. "Maybe I'll find the answer in here."
"Hey! Motoki, stop it!" I ordered. He didn't stop. Then, he pulled out a pink hair ribbon. I couldn't believe it. Usagi's hair ribbon...It must had gotten in there during my encounter with her earlier...
"And whose is this?" he asked, holding it up and examining it. "Ohh...a piece of blond hair is on here...a blond?" He looked at me and shook his head. "Mamoru! A smart guy like you falling for a blond? I didn't expect it." I shoved him as he started to laugh at his joke. Then, before I could stop him he grabbed my wallet and went through it.
"Motoki! I said stop it! Motoki!" I reached over and grabbed the ribbon and wallet, but it was too late. He had in his hand a picture. He gasped and then looked at me. Then he looked back at the picture, and then at me again, and so on.
"M-Mamoru? This is a picture of Usagi...wearing the same pink ribbon that you have in your hand." I starred at him and then tried to make up an excuse.
"Motoki! I can't believe you! Lots of girls own pink hair ribbons! And I could have just found that on the ground. Who says it's from a girl?" He looked at me and then smiled.
"It's too late to cover it up Mamoru-chan. I already saw you blush...and look." He pointed at the ribbon. In the corned was the rabbit head symbol that Usagi loves so much. I gulped and then looked at the picture. The same hair ribbon...
"I...uh...um..." I stuttered, trying to think of something to say.
"Too late Mamoru!" Motoki told me. "Your secret's out. You have a crush on 'Odango'!" I looked at my best friend and then took the picture. Placing everything back in my jacket pocket, I surrendered.
"I guess I knew you'd find out sooner or later," I told him as he started to laugh.
"I knew you'd admit it," he gloated as I ordered another cup of coffee.
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I walked into Ami's bedroom with my pink bunny pajamas on. My brother had been ever so kind to bring me some of my things from my house...hehe...the look on his face was priceless. When I walked in Ami was in light blue PJs sitting on her bed reading. I smiled at the sight of her still reading even though I was about to tell her all about my crush on Mamoru...hehe. I guess she isn't as much into gossip as I thought.
When she looked up and saw me she immediately put the book down and motioned me to come over. I guess she _is_ into gossip as much as the others...*sweatdrop* I walked over and sat down next to her on her bed. After taking a deep breath I started my tale. I told all about how I'd always liked Mamoru...but had only realized it recently. And I told of my encounter with him earlier. When I was done I looked at Ami to see her smiling at me.
"Well, at least you finally realized it," she said.
"What do you mean?" I asked. She laughed and then put her arm around my shoulders.
"I always knew you liked him." I gasped and looked at her in shock. "Oh, the others don't know. Don't worry about them." She smiled and then pulled away.
"H-How did you know?" I asked her as she leaned back on the bed.
"Oh, it was really simple actually." I looked at her for a little longer and then she continued. "You guys have always fought. You always complained about him...but...just the look in your eyes when he was around was enough to convince me. You made like you were upset when he teased you, but I saw the smile on your face after it was all over. You were happy that he gave you any attention at all."
"Wow...I didn't know I was that transparent," I said as she sat up.
"Oh, it's not only you Usagi. It's Mamoru too." I looked at her in complete shock.
"Y-You're kidding! Mamoru doesn't like me!" She shook her head and then smiled.
"Out of all of us he chose you to tease. I know how nice Mamoru is...why would he tease you? Because he gets a reaction from you and he gets your attention. That's why. I see him smiling to himself as he walks down the street after teasing you. He loves it when you're around. And after that story you just told me about you meeting him today...I'm sure he likes you just as much as you like him."
"R-Really?" I asked unbelieving. Ami nodded and it was my turn to drop down onto the bed. I pondered it for a moment and then started to laugh. "You mean that, don't you Ami-chan?" I smiled to myself and thought of him. *sigh*
"And there have been other encounters with him too...Am I right Usagi?" After thinking about it I smiled.
"You're right Ami-chan...You're right." Then I couldn't keep it in any longer. "Yeeeeeaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" I squealed and launched myself at Ami. "Domo arigato Ami-chan!! You are the best friend ever! You just made me feel so much hope and so much to look forward too. Arigato." Ami smiled and then hugged me back.
"You're welcome Usagi-chan...You're welcome." Then I let go of her because I'm pretty sure she was having trouble breathing. I was just so happy! She looked over at me to see that I had a huge grin on my face and I was humming happily to myself.
"You're too much Usagi," she snickered. I looked over at her and just laughed. I was just so incredibly happy! "C'mon! Let's go celebrate your excitement with some ice cream. I'll race you to the kitchen!" We were up and in the kitchen in two seconds flat.
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I looked over at my clock from my position on my bed: ten o'clock. Was it too early for Usagi to be out? Yeah...she was probably still in bed. I got up and then picked up her ribbon. It had the slight aroma of her shampoo. *sigh* I missed her already when I had seen her yesterday afternoon. Finally, I grabbed my jacket and headed for the arcade. If she wasn't there then I'd wait for her. I was a resourceful guy...and Motoki was probably working. We could talk.
When I walked into the arcade I was disappointed to see no Odangos. Motoki waved me over and got me a cup of coffee.
"So Mamoru, what brings you here? Your girl friend?" he teased as he brought me my coffee. Shaking my head at him, I took the coffee and kept my mouth shut. "C'mon Mamoru, admit it. You're here to see her."
"Well..." I said slowly. Then, I pulled out her hair ribbon. "I do have to give this back to her." He smiled at me and then gave me a shove.
"You are resourceful my friend," he said as he went to wait on another customer.
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"I can't believe you have me up this early," I whined to Ami as I followed her down the street. "It's ten thirty for crying out loud..." I mumbled as I gradually slowed down to a creep and eventually stopped all together.
"Usagi-chan!" Ami complained as she turned around and walked back to me. "Don't you want to see Mamoru?" I stopped midway through my yawn when I heard his name and looked around to see if he was nearby. "Usagi, this is the perfect opportunity to see Mamoru!"
"What do you mean?" I asked as she grabbed me and we continued to walk.
"Well, Mamoru usually hangs out at the arcade with Andrew on Saturdays. You could give him back his sun glasses and...start up a conversation with him." I was wide-awake now.
"No! I couldn't! What would I say?!" I panicked.
"Oh brother, you have it for him worse then I thought," she mumbled as she dragged me along in the direction of the arcade.
By the time we got there I had forgotten all about the Mamoru thing and couldn't wait to play video games with Ami. She even offered to pay my share!
"Wow Ami! Arigato for bringing me!" I exclaimed as we walked in. "You're so good at the games and I want to show you some of the new ones. Maybe you could teach me?" She nodded but rolled her eyes. "What Ami?"
"Have you already forgotten why we're here? I know I may not be an expert with this sort of thing but I'm trying to help you." I looked at Ami and then smiled.
"I know...arigato Ami...We can get some milkshakes first. Maybe Mamoru will walk in and see us there." I told her.
"Now you're thinking girlfriend!" she said as we headed over to the counter. When I turned around I saw Mamoru. He was sitting at the counter slowly drinking his coffee. Motoki saw us and came over.
"Hey girls! Can I get you anything?" he asked.
"Yes please," Ami said. "One chocolate milkshake for Usagi and a strawberry one for me."
"Okay, coming right up," he said as he walked away. When he walked around the counter I saw him say something to Mamoru. Then, Mamoru turned around and looked at us. He quickly looked away and started to drink his coffee.
"Go on Usagi...go talk to him," Ami insisted.
"I don't know if I can," I said nervously. Then, I remembered what Ami had said last night and I gained my composure. I nodded to Ami and slowly walked over.
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I sipped my coffee and let out a sigh. Maybe she wouldn't come today. Then, Motoki came over.
"Guess who's here Mamoru," he whispered before going over to the milkshake machine. I looked over my shoulder to see Usagi and Ami standing there talking. I quickly turned back to my coffee and took a sip to settle my nerves. I had talked to this girl so many times before but I was so nervous today. That was because today I wanted to find out how she felt about me. Today I'd make the effort and maybe she'd return some of my feelings. *THUMP!* I looked over and almost fell out of my seat. Sitting next to me was Usagi. She looked at me nervously and then looked over at Ami. Ami smiled and then went to talk to Motoki.
"K-Konnichwa Mamoru...How are you?" she said. This was too strange. She wasn't acting like her usual self.
"I'm fine Usagi, but are you okay? You seem distracted." She smiled and then looked up at me.
"Gomen Mamoru." At that moment Motoki brought a milkshake over to Usagi and then went over to Ami (not before winking at me). Shaking my head at him, I poured myself some more coffee and returned my attention to Usagi.
"So, what's new Usagi?" I asked, trying to be nice and start conversation. She looked at me and then started to laugh. I grinned, not knowing what was funny, but willing to go along with it.
"Mamoru? Why aren't you calling me Odango? What's with the nice talk? Are you trying to bribe me?" I smiled and then shook my head.
"No, of course not Odango." She smiled and then started to drink some of her milkshake. She looked so cute sitting there holding her straw, sipping the shake, and looking at me with her adorable blue eyes.
"Mamoru - Usagi, I have something to return to you," we both said at the same time. Then we laughed and the smile on her face was gorgeous. Before we both knew it milkshake was all over her face. That got me laughing more and Usagi whining about how there was never a wet towel around when you needed one.
"Here," I said, taking a towel from behind the counter and reaching up to wipe the chocolate from her cheeks, chin, and nose.
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Things were going smoothly with Mamoru and I was in high spirits. Then, I laughed as I was taking a drink of my milkshake. It went all over my face and I tried franticly to get it off.
"This stuff is so sticky!" I whined to Mamoru. "Where are all the wet towels around this place?" Mamoru started to laugh and before I knew it he reached for a towel behind the counter.
"Here," he said genuinely as he reached over to wipe my face. I stopped squirming as he wiped off the remaining milkshake and handed me a napkin. He seemed like he really cared for me at that moment...Ami had been right. There is hope for us. There was silence for a moment and then Mamoru reached into his pocket and put something on the table. I looked over to see my hair ribbon I had lost from yesterday.
"Mamo-chan! You found my ribbon! Arigato! Domo arigato! That was my favorite one!" I squealed. Then, before I could stop myself, I reached over and gave him a big hug. Remembering where I was, I quickly pulled away and looked down. "Uhhh...gomen Mamoru-chan," I said to him blushing deeply. I couldn't believe I had used my nickname for him in public and I had said it to him! And I had hugged him! I looked over to see Ami chuckling with Motoki...Why had I let her talk me into this? When I looked up I saw Mamoru looking at me with curiosity.
"You had something to return to me, didn't you Usa?" he asked, winking at me.
"Y-Yes..." I answered, embarrassed beyond embarrassment......nani? Had he called me Usa? I looked up at him to see him smiling at me. Reaching into my bag, I pulled out his sunglasses. "I accidentally put them in my bag yesterday when we collided. Gomen Mamoru," I said as I put them on the counter.
"I was wondering where those went," he said to him self before picking them up and putting them on. "Arigato Odango! I'll see you later!" he called as he put some money on the counter and left. I followed him with my eyes until he left the arcade and then let out a huge sigh. Turning around, I saw Motoki and Ami standing next to me. *sweatdrop*
"So?" Ami asked. I looked at her and then smiled.
"There's hope yet Ami-chan...There's hope yet," I said softly. She smiled at me and then I followed her over to the video games.