Chapter 6: Sick Sano and the Ball

Author: Cutexlilxkitty02

Disclaimer: I still don't and never have and/or never will own Rurouni Kenshin. So these disclaimers are pointless because I'm too pathetic to ever own a cool anime!

"It's tonight and your birthdays tomorrow." He said smiling. Kaoru nodded and left Kenshin alone in the kitchen. She grabbed a cloth and wetted it before walking outside were Sanosuke sat. She pressed the cloth against his head. Sanosuke jolted upright from the surprise.

"Kaoru I thought you were inside with Kenshin." He said still surprise.

"I was but you're the one that's sick." She said smiling happily. He sighed in defeat.

"Okay Kaoru I admit it I'm sick but I'll be fine in a few hours." He said trying to make her stop worrying. He did feel a little better but his head was killing him. Kaoru closed her eyes and started to hum. For some weird reason it actually help. Sano's eye lids started to close as he listened. When Kaoru opened her eyes again she saw that Sanosuke was asleep. She smiled at him and stood. She sighed and entered the dojo again. Kenshin was doing the dishes and froze when she entered. She raised an eyebrow at him but left the room.

"Uh Kaoru." He called for her. She appeared and he handed her a box.

"What is it?" She asked. Kenshin shrugged.

"Some one arrived and told me to give it to you." He said as she opened the package. Inside was a dark blue kimono made of silk the color matched her eyes. She stared at the kimono in awe. There were pink cherry blossoms printed all over it. She tried it on and marveled at how well it fit. It was perfect.

"Wow! Who do you think it's from?" She asked. Kenshin wanted to know badly but kept drawing a blank as to who it was from. Kaoru was ecstatic as she danced around in the beautiful kimono. She stepped on something and picked it up. It was a beautiful diamond necklace. She put it on thinking it was a part of the gift. She danced around a little longer. Kenshin came back later and told her that they were leaving for the ball. She left with them.

The ball was hosted at one of the colonial mansions. It was huge and people were all over dancing. Kenshin led Kaoru onto the dance floor and placed and arm around her waist. They danced until someone tapped Kenshin on the shoulder. It was Aoshi.

"May I cut in?" He asked. Kenshin reluctantly let go of her. Aoshi held Kaoru closely.

"Did you like my gift?" He asked looking her over.

"This was from you!" She said awestruck. He nodded and held her closer. The warmth from him enveloped her and she felt safe. The lights went out and she felt someone grab her from behind and covered her mouth. Aoshi called her name but she didn't respond. The lights went back on and Kenshin rushed over to were Aoshi stood. Kaoru was gone. They heard her screaming and rushed out onto the balcony. Down below a man was running away with Kaoru. Kenshin saw the necklace around Kaoru's neck and realized that he had dropped it earlier today in her room. Aoshi had already leaped from the balcony and was chasing after the man. Kenshin followed after him. Aoshi caught up with the man but couldn't attack because of Kaoru. The man held his dagger against her throat.

"Don't move!" He yelled pushing the sword against her throat. It cut into her skin and blood trickled down her neck. The man breathed heavily as he undid the necklace with one hand and threw Kaoru at Aoshi. He caught her and held her tightly in his arms. Aoshi ripped off a part of his sleeve to put on her cut. She looked up at him apollogeticly.

"I ruined the kimono." She said. He shook his head.

"No you didn't he did." Aoshi said handing Kaoru to Kenshin. He chased after the man and knocked him unconscious. Kenshin held Kaoru in his arms as he stared into her eyes and smoothed some hair from her face. His face neared hers...

Meow ^o^ Sorry about the cliff hanger I've got writers block and sorry its so short. I want to thank all those who have reviewed and I want you to know that I LOVE YOU ALL! * wipes away tears* And I want to especially thank Starian-Princess who's always reviewed. This is my first fanfic but I write in my spare time.

Sano: Your pathetic

Kitty: Am not!

Sano: Are too!

Kitty: Take it back! *pulls out sword* Hai YAW! *slashes a Sano*

Sano: I'm sorry. I'm sorry! *runs from Kitty who slashes at him*

Kitty: Any way please Review! I still need help finding who to pair Kaoru with! Ja ne!