Hello once again to those brave souls who venture forth into reading this.
Also you all must Visit BobR and read the stuff as I do and give thanks for such kind soul who are willing to help others.
This was written as collaboration between us.
All characters found in this story belongs to their respective owners, they aren't mine.
Stay tuned for more from me at the end
Chapter 2
Ayeka found herself quietly following Ryoko in the weeks since Ryoko's argument with Washu. She knew that Ryoko knew she was there; she'd discovered this a week ago when Ryoko had set up drinks for two, instead of one during one of her lengthy sojourns to the Onsen.
"Come on out princess. Join me, but there's one condition. Don't expect me to talk about her or anything related to her," the demon's words echoed in Ayeka's head. So the first day had been spent in silence, only broken by the sounds of their movements.
Ayeka settled next to Ryoko in the warm water. She hoped that Ryoko was willing to talk today. Some days she would ask Ryoko a question and pirate would give no response.
"Why here?" Ayeka asked looking around the bath. At first she thought that Ryoko wasn't going to answer. If she didn't answer, the princess wasn't going to force the issue.
"It reminds me of home," Ryoko said into her drink after a long silence.
"The house?"
Ryoko laughed softly. "You think of Tenchi's as home now too? But no, not that home; I mean the cave. In a way each has its shadows, yet there's enough light for me go to if I get nervous. This place has the isolation I'm used to, but it has the freedom I've wanted." She paused for a moment. "Ayeka, what makes you nervous?"
"A lot of things make me nervous Ryoko. Leaving here, the future, Tenchi, and you to name a few. Something more than others; to be honest I think you make me the most nervous."
Ryoko snorted with derision.
"It's true," Ayeka scooted around until she faced Ryoko. "You, in my mind, represent everything that makes me nervous. You're different, you are unknown and I don't know what to expect from you." Pausing, Ayeka studied her drink. "Ryoko I am a princess and I was raised to expect certain things; in return certain things are expected of me. Look at you and me. I expect you to treat me like a princess but you don't. It's just a word to you, a title. You treat me as an equal; at least I hope you do. To you I'm just another person. Yet as the First Princess of Jurai I am expected to hate you because you destroyed my home. But after living with you and getting to know you, I discovered that I couldn't. You had no choices in the actions that were taken in your name or the circumstances that you found yourself in."
"Are you trying to make friends with me? It won't work," Ryoko said looking at Ayeka suspiciously.
"We already are, of a sort. In fact pirate, we are more. Surely even you can see that everyone here is a family. And whatever is going on is hurting our family."
"I told you I wasn't going to talk about it," Ryoko snapped standing up.
"Face the facts Ryoko. You must confront your problems, they will not correct themselves." Ayeka said, following Ryoko to the door of the Onsen.
Pausing, Ryoko turned and looked over her shoulder at Ayeka. "That day of the argument, when Tenchi tried to talk to me by the lake..."
"Yes, go on." Ayeka said gently hoping that Ryoko would continue.
"He told me how Washu acted with little Taro; what... what... she said about motherhood. Ayeka... she's never acted like that with me, or if she did I don't remember it. No one's ever been like that to me."
"I understand. But why should this bother you about Washu?" Ayeka asked as she stopped just inside of Ryoko's personal space.
"She wants me to act like her daughter. I may be just that biologically, but I don't feel like it. She treats me like an experiment."
"She treats us all that way," Ayeka chuckled. "Particularly Tenchi, yet he tolerates it from her."
"Tenchi's too nice for his own damn good," Ryoko said going back to her drink. "He doesn't want to hurt anyone's feelings. I mean, how would you feel if he walked up to you and said `Princess, I love Ryoko, but you can stay as long as you like'? I know exactly how I would feel if it were me."
"I see your point. But tell me, what does all this have to do with you and Washu?"
Ayeka watched as Ryoko paused in refilling her now empty cup. Suddenly the bottle became airborne and shattered against the door.
"Everything; nothing; I don't know," Ryoko whispered.
Ayeka felt a lump forming in her throat; she hated seeing Ryoko like this. She wanted to wrap Ryoko up in her arms as she did Sasami, but she didn't know how Ryoko would take it. "Perhaps you should talk to my brother. I know you avoid him because of what happened 700 years ago, but he harbors no ill will toward you. He has dealt with things like this before."
Ryoko stared off into nothingness for a moment, then her head drooped down to her chest. "Thank you for listening Ayeka, but I think I want to be alone for a while now."
Ayeka sighed as she watched Ryoko fade from view.
~~~~~
The pirate rematerialized on her favorite branch in a grove of cherry trees. Too bad, it's not spring, she thought as she looked at the greenery surrounding her. When these trees are in bloom it's really pretty here. But at least I'm alone for now. Well, not totally alone; if they want me, they know where I am.
She stretched out on the limb and her golden eyes lost focus as she began to consider what was troubling her. Here she could relax and think without interruptions, even though they were well meant ones. Perhaps the princess was right, maybe talking to the old man would help. After all, as a priest he must have dealt with things like this before. Anyway, it really wasn't as peaceful and calming out here without the blossoms. Her sense of smell had become a well-used skill. She faded from her perch.
~~~~~
Ryoko steeled her nerve and knocked gently on the door panel. There was a lump in her throat. Maybe he's with Tenchi she thought, easing backwards unconsciously. She heard movement from inside then the door slid back revealing the old priest. She stared and him. His expression grew thoughtful as he saw whom it was, but it wasn't totally unexpected either, after all, the girl had spoken to his grandson and sister so he was the next logical choice.
"What a surprise, what can I do for you Ryoko?" Yosho said, bowing slightly.
Ryoko stood in the doorway of the shrine office and played with her lip between her teeth. Maybe this wasn't such a good idea after all. Maybe if she sat in the grove long enough the answer would come to her. She sighed mentally, she had listened to Tenchi and Ayeka say how good Yosho was about giving advice, but she really wasn't that sure if she wanted to talk to him.
"Please come in," Yosho knew what was troubling the girl, but he wondered if she was willing to talk to him about it. Ryoko reminded him of her mother as she stood there thinking. Both had very faces that showed what was going through their minds when they were deep in thought, or trying to get out of something that made them uncomfortable.
"You... you look busy I can come back later," Ryoko stuttered, starting to turn away.
Yosho reached out and put a gentle hand on her shoulder. "Ryoko come in and talk with me."
Turning back to him, she returned his bow and reluctantly did as she was asked.
~~~~~
Washu looked up at the sound of a knock at her door. For a moment she sat considering whether or not she should open it. She thought about the other times when someone actually knocked at her door and when the members of the Masaki household had come to her since her argument with her daughter. With a heart heavy sigh she got up to see whom it was.
"Washu, am I disturbing you?" the old priest asked with a hint of concern.
Washu smiled sadly at Yosho. She took a deep breath. "What did she say?" Washu watched Yosho's face to get come clue as to her daughter's response to her request through Yosho.
"I'm sorry Washu but--"
Wilting back onto her cushion she closed her eyes. "It's all right. Thanks for trying though."
Yosho looked at the woman who sat dejectedly in the chair in front of him. Her usual bright aura was dull and lost in her present state of being. Sadness surrounded her like a well-worn dress. "Washu how long have you been hiding out in here?"
She shrugged and refused to open her eyes.
Yosho shook his head. "It's not the end of everything you know. If she won't accept you as her mother, at least let her accept you as her friend."
Tears formed around Washu's closed lids. "So I lose her again, only this time it really is my fault. Me and my stupid comments. But you're right, I'm still here and so's she. Tell Sasami I'll be there for dinner tonight."
Yosho nodded, unseen, and turned to leave. When Washu heard the door close, she sighed heavily then reluctantly, very reluctantly, shut down her mental link with her daughter. The tears began to flow freely.
Ryoko, sitting on one of Funaho's roots, head buried in her hands suddenly sat bolt upright. Something was gone, some comforting presence she'd felt all her life. She suddenly felt incomplete, she began to moan and shake violently. Suddenly she flickered out only to reappear in the living room, startling the princess who had been sitting on the couch reading.
"Ryoko, what's wrong?" Ayeka asked, noticing the wild-eyed look on Ryoko's face. The only reply was a low moan. "Tenchi!" she yelled, "Something's wrong with Ryoko!" She saw that the pirate was beginning to sweat profusely.
At that moment Yosho exited from Washu's lab. He saw his sister standing there with a concerned look on her face and Ryoko with her arms wrapped around herself, moaning and starting to pace. He rushed over to the girl only to be violently pushed away.
Tenchi had rushed down stairs when he heard Ayeka's call. He looked around the room seeing his grandfather standing near the door to Washu's lab and Ayeka by the couch. Both were watching Ryoko, but not going near her. He started toward the pirate only to be stopped as his grandfather reached out and touched him lightly. He looked back at the old man, who just shook his head.
~~~~~
Ryoko paced the width of the room. Her hair was plastered to her skull and her clothes to her body. She gripped her elbows until blood welled up from beneath her nails. Her eyes burned and her throat hurt. She could feel Ayeka, Tenchi and Yosho watching her.
Groaning, Ryoko dropped Indian style to the floor. Her hands went to her hair and pulled. She couldn't sense Washu anymore and it scared her. She closed her eyes and memories long ignored pushed their way to the surface. The first time she had felt this frightened was when she realized that her mother wasn't with her, that she was alone with a power hungry madman. Suddenly she couldn't get enough air and began gasping. She heard whimpering. It was strange; who ever it was, they sounded so lost. Slowly she realized the wounded-sounding whimpering was coming from her own throat; tears slipped from beneath her closed lids.
"Help me," she whispered to no one in particular.
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AN: Whatcha think are you interested? Review
I remembered these four songs, and I thought they would make a good song fics, thus a song fic challenge. I thought why not let others read the songs and see what they can do with them. I myself might try to do one. On to the songs:
When Can I See You Again
By Babyface
When can my heart beat again
When does the pain ever end
When do the tears stop from running over
When does "you'll get over it" begin
I hear what you're saying
But I swear that it's not making sense
So when can I see you
When can I see you again
When can my heart beat again
When can I see you again
When can I breathe once again
And when can I see you
When does my "someday" begin
When I'll find someone again
And what if I still am not truly over
What am I supposed to do then, babe...
Do you see what I'm saying
Even if, if it's not making sense
So when can I see you
When can I see you again
When can my heart beat again
When can I see you again
And when can I breathe once again
And when can I see you...again
Yeah, baby
Do you see what I'm saying
Even if, if it's not making sense, baby
So when can I see you again
When can I see you again
Can my heart beat again, baby
When can I see you again
And when can I breathe once again
And when can I see, babe, again
Wanna see you again
Again...
Babyface
For the Cool in You (1993)
For the Cool in You
written by Babyface, Daryl Simmons (1993)
Here we go round and round and round
And back and forth you know
Everybody goes through it sometime
And that's just the way it flows
So we go up and down and up
And in and out the door
Even thought you know you've been through it before
For every argument that we've experienced
It's nice to know that you've remained composed
And I wanna thank you for the chill in you
Especially for you being so cool
This for the cool in you
Cool in you, cool in
This for the chill in you
Cool in you, cool, cool, cool, cool
This for you cool in you
Cool in you, cool in
This for the chill in you
Cool in you, cool, cool, cool, cool
Looking on back at all the changes
That I put you through
Any other girl in your position
Sho-nuff would've been through
Thinkin' about how you made it easy
Always there for me
Never once did you turn your back and leave
For every tear you've cried, I've cried a thousand times
Never once did I want you to hurt inside
I wanna thank you for the chill in you
Especially for you being so cool
This is for the cool in you
HOOK
For every tear you've cried, I've cried a thousand times
Never once did I want you to hurt inside
I wanna thank you for the chill in you
Especially for you being so cool
This is for the cool in you
HOOK (repeat to fade)
Toni Braxton
Toni Braxton (1993)
You Mean the World to Me
If you could give me one good reason
Why I should believe you
Believe in all the things that you tell
I would sure like to believe you
My heart wants to receive you
Just make me know that you are sincere
You know I'd love for you to lead me
And follow thru completely
So won't you give me all I ask for
And if you give your very best
To bring me happiness
I'll show you just how much I adore you
Cause you mean the world to me
You are my everything
I swear the only thing that matters
Matters to me
Oh baby, baby, baby, baby,
Baby, cause you mean so much
To me
Now it's gonna take some workin'
But I believe you're worth it
Long as your intentions are good
So good
There is just one way to show it
And boy I hope you know it
That no one could love you like I could
Lord knows I want to trust you
And always how I'd love you
I'm not sure if love is enough
And I will not be forsaken
And I hope there's no mistakin'
So tell me that you'll always be true
Cause you mean the world to me
You are my everything
I swear the only thing that matters
Matters to me
Oh baby, baby, baby, baby,
Baby, cause you mean so much
To me
There's a feeling in my heart
That I know I can't escape
So please don't let me fall
Don't let it be too late
There's a time when words are good
And they just get in the way
So show me how you feel
Baby I'm for real
Oh, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby
Cause you mean the world to me
You are my everything
I swear the only thing that matters
Matters to me
Oh baby, baby, baby, baby,
Baby, cause you mean so much
To me
Toni Braxton
Toni Braxton (1993)
How Many Ways
Must have been heaven sent to me
Cause I never knew love like this
You know you make me feel
So good inside and boy,
It's a feeling I just can't hide
And baby words can't express my gratitude
For each and every little thing you do
I want to understand
You're all the man
That I love and I know
That I need and I want and more
Baby let me count the ways
How many ways, I love you
Let me count the ways
How many ways, I love you
Let me cont the ways
You know you're so very special to me my baby
I'll never let you go
When I'm with you
I feel so free I could count
From 1 up to 99 and still believe
Although sometimes now baby
We disagree
There ain't never or will
ever be another love for me
And I want you to know I appreciate
All the things that you do when you do
What you do for me
Darling let me count the ways
How many ways, I love you
Let me count the ways
How many ways, I love you
Let me cont the ways
1, 2 I love you
3, 4 So much more
5, 6 I can't get enough of this
7 let me show you my love
And take you to heaven
8, 9, 10 let me start love
Over and over. . .again
Also you all must Visit BobR and read the stuff as I do and give thanks for such kind soul who are willing to help others.
This was written as collaboration between us.
All characters found in this story belongs to their respective owners, they aren't mine.
Stay tuned for more from me at the end
Chapter 2
Ayeka found herself quietly following Ryoko in the weeks since Ryoko's argument with Washu. She knew that Ryoko knew she was there; she'd discovered this a week ago when Ryoko had set up drinks for two, instead of one during one of her lengthy sojourns to the Onsen.
"Come on out princess. Join me, but there's one condition. Don't expect me to talk about her or anything related to her," the demon's words echoed in Ayeka's head. So the first day had been spent in silence, only broken by the sounds of their movements.
Ayeka settled next to Ryoko in the warm water. She hoped that Ryoko was willing to talk today. Some days she would ask Ryoko a question and pirate would give no response.
"Why here?" Ayeka asked looking around the bath. At first she thought that Ryoko wasn't going to answer. If she didn't answer, the princess wasn't going to force the issue.
"It reminds me of home," Ryoko said into her drink after a long silence.
"The house?"
Ryoko laughed softly. "You think of Tenchi's as home now too? But no, not that home; I mean the cave. In a way each has its shadows, yet there's enough light for me go to if I get nervous. This place has the isolation I'm used to, but it has the freedom I've wanted." She paused for a moment. "Ayeka, what makes you nervous?"
"A lot of things make me nervous Ryoko. Leaving here, the future, Tenchi, and you to name a few. Something more than others; to be honest I think you make me the most nervous."
Ryoko snorted with derision.
"It's true," Ayeka scooted around until she faced Ryoko. "You, in my mind, represent everything that makes me nervous. You're different, you are unknown and I don't know what to expect from you." Pausing, Ayeka studied her drink. "Ryoko I am a princess and I was raised to expect certain things; in return certain things are expected of me. Look at you and me. I expect you to treat me like a princess but you don't. It's just a word to you, a title. You treat me as an equal; at least I hope you do. To you I'm just another person. Yet as the First Princess of Jurai I am expected to hate you because you destroyed my home. But after living with you and getting to know you, I discovered that I couldn't. You had no choices in the actions that were taken in your name or the circumstances that you found yourself in."
"Are you trying to make friends with me? It won't work," Ryoko said looking at Ayeka suspiciously.
"We already are, of a sort. In fact pirate, we are more. Surely even you can see that everyone here is a family. And whatever is going on is hurting our family."
"I told you I wasn't going to talk about it," Ryoko snapped standing up.
"Face the facts Ryoko. You must confront your problems, they will not correct themselves." Ayeka said, following Ryoko to the door of the Onsen.
Pausing, Ryoko turned and looked over her shoulder at Ayeka. "That day of the argument, when Tenchi tried to talk to me by the lake..."
"Yes, go on." Ayeka said gently hoping that Ryoko would continue.
"He told me how Washu acted with little Taro; what... what... she said about motherhood. Ayeka... she's never acted like that with me, or if she did I don't remember it. No one's ever been like that to me."
"I understand. But why should this bother you about Washu?" Ayeka asked as she stopped just inside of Ryoko's personal space.
"She wants me to act like her daughter. I may be just that biologically, but I don't feel like it. She treats me like an experiment."
"She treats us all that way," Ayeka chuckled. "Particularly Tenchi, yet he tolerates it from her."
"Tenchi's too nice for his own damn good," Ryoko said going back to her drink. "He doesn't want to hurt anyone's feelings. I mean, how would you feel if he walked up to you and said `Princess, I love Ryoko, but you can stay as long as you like'? I know exactly how I would feel if it were me."
"I see your point. But tell me, what does all this have to do with you and Washu?"
Ayeka watched as Ryoko paused in refilling her now empty cup. Suddenly the bottle became airborne and shattered against the door.
"Everything; nothing; I don't know," Ryoko whispered.
Ayeka felt a lump forming in her throat; she hated seeing Ryoko like this. She wanted to wrap Ryoko up in her arms as she did Sasami, but she didn't know how Ryoko would take it. "Perhaps you should talk to my brother. I know you avoid him because of what happened 700 years ago, but he harbors no ill will toward you. He has dealt with things like this before."
Ryoko stared off into nothingness for a moment, then her head drooped down to her chest. "Thank you for listening Ayeka, but I think I want to be alone for a while now."
Ayeka sighed as she watched Ryoko fade from view.
~~~~~
The pirate rematerialized on her favorite branch in a grove of cherry trees. Too bad, it's not spring, she thought as she looked at the greenery surrounding her. When these trees are in bloom it's really pretty here. But at least I'm alone for now. Well, not totally alone; if they want me, they know where I am.
She stretched out on the limb and her golden eyes lost focus as she began to consider what was troubling her. Here she could relax and think without interruptions, even though they were well meant ones. Perhaps the princess was right, maybe talking to the old man would help. After all, as a priest he must have dealt with things like this before. Anyway, it really wasn't as peaceful and calming out here without the blossoms. Her sense of smell had become a well-used skill. She faded from her perch.
~~~~~
Ryoko steeled her nerve and knocked gently on the door panel. There was a lump in her throat. Maybe he's with Tenchi she thought, easing backwards unconsciously. She heard movement from inside then the door slid back revealing the old priest. She stared and him. His expression grew thoughtful as he saw whom it was, but it wasn't totally unexpected either, after all, the girl had spoken to his grandson and sister so he was the next logical choice.
"What a surprise, what can I do for you Ryoko?" Yosho said, bowing slightly.
Ryoko stood in the doorway of the shrine office and played with her lip between her teeth. Maybe this wasn't such a good idea after all. Maybe if she sat in the grove long enough the answer would come to her. She sighed mentally, she had listened to Tenchi and Ayeka say how good Yosho was about giving advice, but she really wasn't that sure if she wanted to talk to him.
"Please come in," Yosho knew what was troubling the girl, but he wondered if she was willing to talk to him about it. Ryoko reminded him of her mother as she stood there thinking. Both had very faces that showed what was going through their minds when they were deep in thought, or trying to get out of something that made them uncomfortable.
"You... you look busy I can come back later," Ryoko stuttered, starting to turn away.
Yosho reached out and put a gentle hand on her shoulder. "Ryoko come in and talk with me."
Turning back to him, she returned his bow and reluctantly did as she was asked.
~~~~~
Washu looked up at the sound of a knock at her door. For a moment she sat considering whether or not she should open it. She thought about the other times when someone actually knocked at her door and when the members of the Masaki household had come to her since her argument with her daughter. With a heart heavy sigh she got up to see whom it was.
"Washu, am I disturbing you?" the old priest asked with a hint of concern.
Washu smiled sadly at Yosho. She took a deep breath. "What did she say?" Washu watched Yosho's face to get come clue as to her daughter's response to her request through Yosho.
"I'm sorry Washu but--"
Wilting back onto her cushion she closed her eyes. "It's all right. Thanks for trying though."
Yosho looked at the woman who sat dejectedly in the chair in front of him. Her usual bright aura was dull and lost in her present state of being. Sadness surrounded her like a well-worn dress. "Washu how long have you been hiding out in here?"
She shrugged and refused to open her eyes.
Yosho shook his head. "It's not the end of everything you know. If she won't accept you as her mother, at least let her accept you as her friend."
Tears formed around Washu's closed lids. "So I lose her again, only this time it really is my fault. Me and my stupid comments. But you're right, I'm still here and so's she. Tell Sasami I'll be there for dinner tonight."
Yosho nodded, unseen, and turned to leave. When Washu heard the door close, she sighed heavily then reluctantly, very reluctantly, shut down her mental link with her daughter. The tears began to flow freely.
Ryoko, sitting on one of Funaho's roots, head buried in her hands suddenly sat bolt upright. Something was gone, some comforting presence she'd felt all her life. She suddenly felt incomplete, she began to moan and shake violently. Suddenly she flickered out only to reappear in the living room, startling the princess who had been sitting on the couch reading.
"Ryoko, what's wrong?" Ayeka asked, noticing the wild-eyed look on Ryoko's face. The only reply was a low moan. "Tenchi!" she yelled, "Something's wrong with Ryoko!" She saw that the pirate was beginning to sweat profusely.
At that moment Yosho exited from Washu's lab. He saw his sister standing there with a concerned look on her face and Ryoko with her arms wrapped around herself, moaning and starting to pace. He rushed over to the girl only to be violently pushed away.
Tenchi had rushed down stairs when he heard Ayeka's call. He looked around the room seeing his grandfather standing near the door to Washu's lab and Ayeka by the couch. Both were watching Ryoko, but not going near her. He started toward the pirate only to be stopped as his grandfather reached out and touched him lightly. He looked back at the old man, who just shook his head.
~~~~~
Ryoko paced the width of the room. Her hair was plastered to her skull and her clothes to her body. She gripped her elbows until blood welled up from beneath her nails. Her eyes burned and her throat hurt. She could feel Ayeka, Tenchi and Yosho watching her.
Groaning, Ryoko dropped Indian style to the floor. Her hands went to her hair and pulled. She couldn't sense Washu anymore and it scared her. She closed her eyes and memories long ignored pushed their way to the surface. The first time she had felt this frightened was when she realized that her mother wasn't with her, that she was alone with a power hungry madman. Suddenly she couldn't get enough air and began gasping. She heard whimpering. It was strange; who ever it was, they sounded so lost. Slowly she realized the wounded-sounding whimpering was coming from her own throat; tears slipped from beneath her closed lids.
"Help me," she whispered to no one in particular.
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AN: Whatcha think are you interested? Review
I remembered these four songs, and I thought they would make a good song fics, thus a song fic challenge. I thought why not let others read the songs and see what they can do with them. I myself might try to do one. On to the songs:
When Can I See You Again
By Babyface
When can my heart beat again
When does the pain ever end
When do the tears stop from running over
When does "you'll get over it" begin
I hear what you're saying
But I swear that it's not making sense
So when can I see you
When can I see you again
When can my heart beat again
When can I see you again
When can I breathe once again
And when can I see you
When does my "someday" begin
When I'll find someone again
And what if I still am not truly over
What am I supposed to do then, babe...
Do you see what I'm saying
Even if, if it's not making sense
So when can I see you
When can I see you again
When can my heart beat again
When can I see you again
And when can I breathe once again
And when can I see you...again
Yeah, baby
Do you see what I'm saying
Even if, if it's not making sense, baby
So when can I see you again
When can I see you again
Can my heart beat again, baby
When can I see you again
And when can I breathe once again
And when can I see, babe, again
Wanna see you again
Again...
Babyface
For the Cool in You (1993)
For the Cool in You
written by Babyface, Daryl Simmons (1993)
Here we go round and round and round
And back and forth you know
Everybody goes through it sometime
And that's just the way it flows
So we go up and down and up
And in and out the door
Even thought you know you've been through it before
For every argument that we've experienced
It's nice to know that you've remained composed
And I wanna thank you for the chill in you
Especially for you being so cool
This for the cool in you
Cool in you, cool in
This for the chill in you
Cool in you, cool, cool, cool, cool
This for you cool in you
Cool in you, cool in
This for the chill in you
Cool in you, cool, cool, cool, cool
Looking on back at all the changes
That I put you through
Any other girl in your position
Sho-nuff would've been through
Thinkin' about how you made it easy
Always there for me
Never once did you turn your back and leave
For every tear you've cried, I've cried a thousand times
Never once did I want you to hurt inside
I wanna thank you for the chill in you
Especially for you being so cool
This is for the cool in you
HOOK
For every tear you've cried, I've cried a thousand times
Never once did I want you to hurt inside
I wanna thank you for the chill in you
Especially for you being so cool
This is for the cool in you
HOOK (repeat to fade)
Toni Braxton
Toni Braxton (1993)
You Mean the World to Me
If you could give me one good reason
Why I should believe you
Believe in all the things that you tell
I would sure like to believe you
My heart wants to receive you
Just make me know that you are sincere
You know I'd love for you to lead me
And follow thru completely
So won't you give me all I ask for
And if you give your very best
To bring me happiness
I'll show you just how much I adore you
Cause you mean the world to me
You are my everything
I swear the only thing that matters
Matters to me
Oh baby, baby, baby, baby,
Baby, cause you mean so much
To me
Now it's gonna take some workin'
But I believe you're worth it
Long as your intentions are good
So good
There is just one way to show it
And boy I hope you know it
That no one could love you like I could
Lord knows I want to trust you
And always how I'd love you
I'm not sure if love is enough
And I will not be forsaken
And I hope there's no mistakin'
So tell me that you'll always be true
Cause you mean the world to me
You are my everything
I swear the only thing that matters
Matters to me
Oh baby, baby, baby, baby,
Baby, cause you mean so much
To me
There's a feeling in my heart
That I know I can't escape
So please don't let me fall
Don't let it be too late
There's a time when words are good
And they just get in the way
So show me how you feel
Baby I'm for real
Oh, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby
Cause you mean the world to me
You are my everything
I swear the only thing that matters
Matters to me
Oh baby, baby, baby, baby,
Baby, cause you mean so much
To me
Toni Braxton
Toni Braxton (1993)
How Many Ways
Must have been heaven sent to me
Cause I never knew love like this
You know you make me feel
So good inside and boy,
It's a feeling I just can't hide
And baby words can't express my gratitude
For each and every little thing you do
I want to understand
You're all the man
That I love and I know
That I need and I want and more
Baby let me count the ways
How many ways, I love you
Let me count the ways
How many ways, I love you
Let me cont the ways
You know you're so very special to me my baby
I'll never let you go
When I'm with you
I feel so free I could count
From 1 up to 99 and still believe
Although sometimes now baby
We disagree
There ain't never or will
ever be another love for me
And I want you to know I appreciate
All the things that you do when you do
What you do for me
Darling let me count the ways
How many ways, I love you
Let me count the ways
How many ways, I love you
Let me cont the ways
1, 2 I love you
3, 4 So much more
5, 6 I can't get enough of this
7 let me show you my love
And take you to heaven
8, 9, 10 let me start love
Over and over. . .again