Disclaimer: I do not claim this series or any of these characters as my own, they all belong to their creators, their production companies, yadda yadda yadda so donÕt sue me.
BTW: I sincerely apologize for the quotes in the next few chapters, I am using a Mac at the moment and things are not like I expected. Anyway please enjoy!
Sweet Bitterness
Chapter Six - Cool Down & Warmup
by: Shoujo Priestess
ÒMiaka is that you?Ó
ÒYes mother.Ó Miaka peeking into her motherÕs bedroom. ÒSorry, did I wake you?Ó
ÒNo, but next time youÕre going to be so late call okay?Ó MiakaÕs mother said looking up from the magazine she had been reading. ÒAnother hour and I would have begun to worry.Ó
ÒSure thing, good night.Ó Miaka blew her mother a kiss and put her dirty clothes in the washing machine before bounding upstairs towards her room.
She closed the door and stared at her desk which was littered with study guides and books. There was no way to get around it and that made it even more depressing.
ÒOh well, I had a good time today so...Ó Miaka said picking up a pencil and getting an early start.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Taka, Chichiri, Tasuki, and Nakago were sitting around a round table each on their second cup of coffee. There was no doom and gloom in the conversation this evening, instead to group caught up on old times and talked about what they were up to now. There would be time for serious talk later.
ÒSo whatÕs in the secret sauce?Ó Taka asked Tasuki nudging him in the ribs.
ÒWell itÕs mustard, mayo, and...Ó Tasuki began to recite the recipe but Nakago stopped him.
ÒI think I know who will be cleaning out the grease traps this week... Without gloves.Ó Nakago smirked putting his cup to his lips. ÒIf you go any further in that statement, that is.Ó
ÒWhy ya dirty bastard, you did that on purpose!Ó Tasuki grimaced at Taka.
ÒHey whatÕs a visit without getting my buddy riled up?Ó Taka said picturing a soiled Tasuki cursing as he cleaned.
ÒTaka and Tasuki, always the same friendly bickering with those two, no da.Ó Chichiri said glancing at his watch. ÒWhoa, itÕs getting late, theyÕll throw us out, no da.Ó
ÒSo... Can I crash with you guys for a few days? IÕll take the couch or the floor or wherever.Ó Taka asked holding up his backpack which he had forgotten to leave behind.
ÒOf course you can, no da. The more the merrier it seems.Ó Chichiri said smiling, happy that they were going to have a long visit with their old friend. ÒThe couch is very comfortable, no da.Ó
ÒSounds great, hope that I wonÕt be in the way.Ó
ÒOf course not Taka, glad to have you.Ó Nakago said in his typical tone, however Taka knew that he meant it. Taka smiled, glad for once that everything seemed to be going the way it should.
Before going to sleep that night Taka pulled the covers up to his shoulders and swore that this trip would be good for him, taking his mind off of his problems for a few days was probably all that he needed.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Nuriko called Hotohori to give him the good news, he was about to burst and wanted to share it with someone who would be happy for him. On the third ring Hotohori picked up the phone, he had been sleeping. Nuriko looked at the clock and realized just how late it was.
ÒYeah? This is Hotohori...Ó
ÒOh I woke you didnÕt I?Ó
ÒNuriko? Yeah you did but donÕt worry about it, whatÕs up?Ó
ÒWell, I just had to tell someone... I think everything is going to work out. Miaka just left here and I think she feels the same way I do.Ó
ÒYou think?Ó
ÒWell, we are taking it slow. I mean, with Taka not taking it too well we donÕt want to shove it in his face or anything. Besides I donÕt want to rush into anything.Ó
There was a pause. ÒThatÕs a good idea. IÕm happy for you, Nuriko.Ó
ÒThanks, so when are you coming to visit me?Ó Nuriko asked, finally remembering how Hotohori had revealed his feelings and now feeling guilty that he was practically gloating over his new romance. ÒYouÕve never seen my new place.Ó
Another pause as Hotohori looked at his date book and frowned at the results, there were so many appointments. ÒWell IÕve got rehearsals all this week, but maybe IÕll drop by on Friday evening?Ó
ÒThatÕd be great, IÕll be expecting you then.Ó Nuriko said. ÒHotohori?Ó
ÒYeah?Ó
ÒThanks for being my friend.Ó
ÒAnytime, see you on Friday.Ó
ÒGet some sleep, you sound dead.Ó
ÒSure, talk to you later.Ó
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Taka woke up early the next morning, always having to get up early for classes he was never able to sleep in even on the weekends. He walked into the kitchen clad only in pajama bottoms and looked inside the fridge for something to fix for breakfast. Finding eggs and bacon he decided to be a good guy and fix a meal for everyone. He cracked open a dozen eggs and began to make a giant omelette, he was a pretty good cook and added flair to his meal by putting in a bit of hot pepper. The smell began to draft thru the apartment and pretty soon Chiriko walked into the kitchen, his stomach leading the way.
ÒTaka? When did you get here?Ó He asked wide eyed, he was a young man now but in many ways he still was like a boy.
ÒLast night, after you went to bed.Ó Taka said turning around. ÒBoy youÕve sure grown up since the last time I saw you!Ó
Chiriko chuckled and took an apple out of the fruit bowl. ÒAbout time too, but now I sound like a rooster when I talk.Ó
Taka laughed and ruffled the boyÕs hair. ÒI know what you mean, we all went through it.Ó
ÒUm, can we eat now? Mitsukake will be out in a sec and the others will sleep until noon since itÕs Sunday.Ó
ÒSure I guess, this wonÕt taste good cold.Ó
ÒNot to worry, it wonÕt go to waste.Ó Chiriko said piling up his plate.
Mitsukake came in a few minutes later and was fully dressed and clean shaven, he shook TakaÕs hand and thanked him for preparing breakfast. He also told Taka he could stay as long as he wanted.
ÒThanks, but IÕll be here for a couple of days more probably.Ó Taka said thru a bite of egg.
ÒWhatÕs the special occasion?Ó Mitsukake asked taking a sip of coffee.
ÒNothing really, just wanted to get away from everything for a while.Ó
ÒWell weÕll all go out tonight and do something, but right now I have to go to the office.Ó Mitsukake said getting up and placing his dish in the sink.
ÒYou have to go in today?Ó Chiriko asked turning around.
ÒIÕm covering for Doctor Nelson.Ó Mitsukake said. ÒAnd if I work today IÕm off tomorrow.Ó
ÒSee you later.Ó Taka waved as Mitsukake left. ÒHe works hard doesnÕt he?Ó
ÒAs always, but he takes more time for himself so thatÕs good.Ó Chiriko said helping himself to another helping of egg.
ÒThatÕs good.Ó
ÒHowÕs everyone? Miaka doing okay with her studies?Ó Chiriko asked. Many a night had Miaka and Chiriko gotten together to do homework, Chiriko loved the advanced work and Miaka loved that Chiriko usually knew shortcuts to algebra problems.
ÒFine, I guess.Ó Taka said evenly. He did not want to let the others know about his situation, at least not yet.
ÒGood. Tell her that I have a book she needs to borrow, itÕs about getting into top colleges.Ó Chiriko said. ÒOr maybe IÕll give it to you to give to her.Ó
ÒYeah, IÕll do that.Ó Taka said.
Chiriko smiled and finished the rest of his breakfast, if he thought that anything sounded a bit out of the ordinary he was not saying. ÒHey Taka, do you think you could make me another omelette?Ó
ÒSure, another Taka original coming up.Ó
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Miaka was pleased with herself, it was only one in the afternoon but she was already finished with her homework. For some reason she was fueled with a new desire in everything, she had actually enjoyed doing her homework even though it meant that she was missing a beautiful sunny day outside. It was worth it now because she had the rest of the afternoon free to do whatever she wished.
ÒMiaka, YuiÕs here.Ó MiakaÕs mother called from downstairs.
ÒIÕll be right down.Ó Miaka called back placing her books in her satchel and heading downstairs. Yui was waiting for her in the living room, sitting on the couch and smiling. ÒYui-chan what a pleasant surprise!Ó
ÒHi Miaka, you want to do something this afternoon?Ó Yui asked.
Miaka smiled. ÒSure, letÕs go to the arcade, or maybe a movie!Ó
ÒAbout time we had a girlÕs night out huh?Ó Yui said as she and Miaka rode the bus to one of the larger movie theatres in the city, the only one that had the movie with the hot French actor that they both adored.
ÒWhereÕs Tetsuya?Ó Miaka teased. ÒShouldnÕt he be heartbroken that youÕre not with him?Ó
Yui made a face. ÒHe and that brother of yours felt like they HAD to attend one of their college protests, I donÕt even know what this one is about... Anyway heÕs a big boy and can handle himself without me. Besides, I wanted to come see you and make sure you were okay.Ó
ÒWhy wouldnÕt I be okay?Ó
ÒBecause the last time I saw you it was clear that you were going thru some tough times. I have to know that my best friend is okay.Ó Yui grinned. On the outside the girl was all together, but on the inside she still was not sure if she was going to tell Miaka about how Taka had stormed out of her house the night before.
Miaka nodded her head and knew what her friend was getting to. ÒAbout all of that... I know where I stand and IÕm pleased with the choices IÕve made. IÕve decided to stay with Nuriko.Ó
ÒI know...Ó Yui said softly.
ÒHow did you know?Ó Miaka raised an eyebrow.
ÒOh look weÕre at our stop.Ó Yui said pointing to the theatre.
The girls got off of the bus and found a place in line. Once again Miaka asked how Yui knew about her decision and the girl informed her friend on how Taka had come over and then left after Yui had given him the news.
ÒOh Yui IÕm sorry that you had to do that.Ó Miaka said. ÒAnd donÕt think that he was mad at you when he was yelling.Ó
ÒI know he was just mad and needed to vent. Please, IÕm not one to say anything about a bad temper, IÕd never hold that against him.Ó Yui said as they approached the front of the line. ÒBut I still think the two of you need closure, you are moving on and he needs to.Ó
ÒI agree.Ó
ÒGood, and now I must inform you that IÕm going out of the councilor business.Ó Yui chuckled. ÒAll of this drama has made my head hurt, thatÕs why I wanted to come to this movie, nothing but glorious eye candy for two hours.Ó
ÒYes yes yes.Ó Miaka agreed.
ÒAnd youÕre going to pay for my ticket.Ó
ÒYui-chan!Ó
ÒHey consider it my bill for all of our sessions.Ó Yui laughed grabbing her ticket.
ÒI swear...Ó Miaka grumbled good naturedley handing the ticket seller three folded bills.
After the movie Yui and Miaka walked from the darkness of the theatre into the fading light of the outside, the movie had been kind of predictable but since the main actors had been extremely good looking neither girl minded. Yui, who felt guilty about sticking Miaka with the bill of two tickets, invited her friend to a cup of coffee. As they sat in a cafe Miaka smiled thoughtfully at her cup of coffee.
ÒWhat is it?Ó Yui asked.
ÒNothing, I just feel like IÕm in a permanent good mood.Ó Miaka giggled.
ÒMan youÕre weird.Ó Yui said shaking her head.
Miaka checked her watch. ÒI guess we ought to get going, I still have to wash my uniform for tomorrow.Ó
Yui laughed. ÒDid you forget?Ó
ÒForget what?Ó
ÒTomorrow and Tuesday are faculty days, you know... No classes for students.Ó
MiakaÕs mouth dropped open. ÒHow could I have missed such an announcement?Ó
ÒYou were probably asleep.Ó Yui said finishing her drink, she raised an eyebrow and smiled. ÒI should have just let you show up, nothing but you and fifty teachers, what a priceless moment!Ó
ÒAw Yui-chan youÕre so mean!Ó Miaka pouted. ÒButtttt.... I know, you can cover for me.Ó
ÒHow so?Ó
ÒIÕm going to call my mom and tell her IÕm staying at your place, if she calls you can back me up.Ó Miaka said slyly.
ÒOh I see.Ó Yui grinned, she knew exactly what the girl was planning. ÒFine, IÕll do it.Ó
ÒThanks Yui, youÕre a pal.Ó
ÒDonÕt I know it?Ó
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
ÒHang on IÕm coming!Ó Nuriko scrambled for the door. Whoever was on the other side was obviously either impatient or just liked to be a jerk, they pounded in a loud erratic fashion. He opened the door and was ready to yell at whoever it was but stopped when he saw who it was.
ÒI was beginning to think you were not at home!Ó Miaka said walking into his apartment. ÒI waited forever!Ó
Nuriko gave her a comical look mixed with a smirk. ÒI didnÕt know that forever was only thirty seconds long.Ó
Miaka stuck out her tongue and then hugged NurikoÕs arm. ÒWell... Maybe it wasnÕt forever but it sure felt like it.Ó
Nuriko looked down and tousled the girlÕs hair. ÒWhy the special visit?Ó
Miaka looked up at him and smiled.
~*~ end chapter six ~*~
BTW: I sincerely apologize for the quotes in the next few chapters, I am using a Mac at the moment and things are not like I expected. Anyway please enjoy!
Sweet Bitterness
Chapter Six - Cool Down & Warmup
by: Shoujo Priestess
ÒMiaka is that you?Ó
ÒYes mother.Ó Miaka peeking into her motherÕs bedroom. ÒSorry, did I wake you?Ó
ÒNo, but next time youÕre going to be so late call okay?Ó MiakaÕs mother said looking up from the magazine she had been reading. ÒAnother hour and I would have begun to worry.Ó
ÒSure thing, good night.Ó Miaka blew her mother a kiss and put her dirty clothes in the washing machine before bounding upstairs towards her room.
She closed the door and stared at her desk which was littered with study guides and books. There was no way to get around it and that made it even more depressing.
ÒOh well, I had a good time today so...Ó Miaka said picking up a pencil and getting an early start.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Taka, Chichiri, Tasuki, and Nakago were sitting around a round table each on their second cup of coffee. There was no doom and gloom in the conversation this evening, instead to group caught up on old times and talked about what they were up to now. There would be time for serious talk later.
ÒSo whatÕs in the secret sauce?Ó Taka asked Tasuki nudging him in the ribs.
ÒWell itÕs mustard, mayo, and...Ó Tasuki began to recite the recipe but Nakago stopped him.
ÒI think I know who will be cleaning out the grease traps this week... Without gloves.Ó Nakago smirked putting his cup to his lips. ÒIf you go any further in that statement, that is.Ó
ÒWhy ya dirty bastard, you did that on purpose!Ó Tasuki grimaced at Taka.
ÒHey whatÕs a visit without getting my buddy riled up?Ó Taka said picturing a soiled Tasuki cursing as he cleaned.
ÒTaka and Tasuki, always the same friendly bickering with those two, no da.Ó Chichiri said glancing at his watch. ÒWhoa, itÕs getting late, theyÕll throw us out, no da.Ó
ÒSo... Can I crash with you guys for a few days? IÕll take the couch or the floor or wherever.Ó Taka asked holding up his backpack which he had forgotten to leave behind.
ÒOf course you can, no da. The more the merrier it seems.Ó Chichiri said smiling, happy that they were going to have a long visit with their old friend. ÒThe couch is very comfortable, no da.Ó
ÒSounds great, hope that I wonÕt be in the way.Ó
ÒOf course not Taka, glad to have you.Ó Nakago said in his typical tone, however Taka knew that he meant it. Taka smiled, glad for once that everything seemed to be going the way it should.
Before going to sleep that night Taka pulled the covers up to his shoulders and swore that this trip would be good for him, taking his mind off of his problems for a few days was probably all that he needed.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Nuriko called Hotohori to give him the good news, he was about to burst and wanted to share it with someone who would be happy for him. On the third ring Hotohori picked up the phone, he had been sleeping. Nuriko looked at the clock and realized just how late it was.
ÒYeah? This is Hotohori...Ó
ÒOh I woke you didnÕt I?Ó
ÒNuriko? Yeah you did but donÕt worry about it, whatÕs up?Ó
ÒWell, I just had to tell someone... I think everything is going to work out. Miaka just left here and I think she feels the same way I do.Ó
ÒYou think?Ó
ÒWell, we are taking it slow. I mean, with Taka not taking it too well we donÕt want to shove it in his face or anything. Besides I donÕt want to rush into anything.Ó
There was a pause. ÒThatÕs a good idea. IÕm happy for you, Nuriko.Ó
ÒThanks, so when are you coming to visit me?Ó Nuriko asked, finally remembering how Hotohori had revealed his feelings and now feeling guilty that he was practically gloating over his new romance. ÒYouÕve never seen my new place.Ó
Another pause as Hotohori looked at his date book and frowned at the results, there were so many appointments. ÒWell IÕve got rehearsals all this week, but maybe IÕll drop by on Friday evening?Ó
ÒThatÕd be great, IÕll be expecting you then.Ó Nuriko said. ÒHotohori?Ó
ÒYeah?Ó
ÒThanks for being my friend.Ó
ÒAnytime, see you on Friday.Ó
ÒGet some sleep, you sound dead.Ó
ÒSure, talk to you later.Ó
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Taka woke up early the next morning, always having to get up early for classes he was never able to sleep in even on the weekends. He walked into the kitchen clad only in pajama bottoms and looked inside the fridge for something to fix for breakfast. Finding eggs and bacon he decided to be a good guy and fix a meal for everyone. He cracked open a dozen eggs and began to make a giant omelette, he was a pretty good cook and added flair to his meal by putting in a bit of hot pepper. The smell began to draft thru the apartment and pretty soon Chiriko walked into the kitchen, his stomach leading the way.
ÒTaka? When did you get here?Ó He asked wide eyed, he was a young man now but in many ways he still was like a boy.
ÒLast night, after you went to bed.Ó Taka said turning around. ÒBoy youÕve sure grown up since the last time I saw you!Ó
Chiriko chuckled and took an apple out of the fruit bowl. ÒAbout time too, but now I sound like a rooster when I talk.Ó
Taka laughed and ruffled the boyÕs hair. ÒI know what you mean, we all went through it.Ó
ÒUm, can we eat now? Mitsukake will be out in a sec and the others will sleep until noon since itÕs Sunday.Ó
ÒSure I guess, this wonÕt taste good cold.Ó
ÒNot to worry, it wonÕt go to waste.Ó Chiriko said piling up his plate.
Mitsukake came in a few minutes later and was fully dressed and clean shaven, he shook TakaÕs hand and thanked him for preparing breakfast. He also told Taka he could stay as long as he wanted.
ÒThanks, but IÕll be here for a couple of days more probably.Ó Taka said thru a bite of egg.
ÒWhatÕs the special occasion?Ó Mitsukake asked taking a sip of coffee.
ÒNothing really, just wanted to get away from everything for a while.Ó
ÒWell weÕll all go out tonight and do something, but right now I have to go to the office.Ó Mitsukake said getting up and placing his dish in the sink.
ÒYou have to go in today?Ó Chiriko asked turning around.
ÒIÕm covering for Doctor Nelson.Ó Mitsukake said. ÒAnd if I work today IÕm off tomorrow.Ó
ÒSee you later.Ó Taka waved as Mitsukake left. ÒHe works hard doesnÕt he?Ó
ÒAs always, but he takes more time for himself so thatÕs good.Ó Chiriko said helping himself to another helping of egg.
ÒThatÕs good.Ó
ÒHowÕs everyone? Miaka doing okay with her studies?Ó Chiriko asked. Many a night had Miaka and Chiriko gotten together to do homework, Chiriko loved the advanced work and Miaka loved that Chiriko usually knew shortcuts to algebra problems.
ÒFine, I guess.Ó Taka said evenly. He did not want to let the others know about his situation, at least not yet.
ÒGood. Tell her that I have a book she needs to borrow, itÕs about getting into top colleges.Ó Chiriko said. ÒOr maybe IÕll give it to you to give to her.Ó
ÒYeah, IÕll do that.Ó Taka said.
Chiriko smiled and finished the rest of his breakfast, if he thought that anything sounded a bit out of the ordinary he was not saying. ÒHey Taka, do you think you could make me another omelette?Ó
ÒSure, another Taka original coming up.Ó
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Miaka was pleased with herself, it was only one in the afternoon but she was already finished with her homework. For some reason she was fueled with a new desire in everything, she had actually enjoyed doing her homework even though it meant that she was missing a beautiful sunny day outside. It was worth it now because she had the rest of the afternoon free to do whatever she wished.
ÒMiaka, YuiÕs here.Ó MiakaÕs mother called from downstairs.
ÒIÕll be right down.Ó Miaka called back placing her books in her satchel and heading downstairs. Yui was waiting for her in the living room, sitting on the couch and smiling. ÒYui-chan what a pleasant surprise!Ó
ÒHi Miaka, you want to do something this afternoon?Ó Yui asked.
Miaka smiled. ÒSure, letÕs go to the arcade, or maybe a movie!Ó
ÒAbout time we had a girlÕs night out huh?Ó Yui said as she and Miaka rode the bus to one of the larger movie theatres in the city, the only one that had the movie with the hot French actor that they both adored.
ÒWhereÕs Tetsuya?Ó Miaka teased. ÒShouldnÕt he be heartbroken that youÕre not with him?Ó
Yui made a face. ÒHe and that brother of yours felt like they HAD to attend one of their college protests, I donÕt even know what this one is about... Anyway heÕs a big boy and can handle himself without me. Besides, I wanted to come see you and make sure you were okay.Ó
ÒWhy wouldnÕt I be okay?Ó
ÒBecause the last time I saw you it was clear that you were going thru some tough times. I have to know that my best friend is okay.Ó Yui grinned. On the outside the girl was all together, but on the inside she still was not sure if she was going to tell Miaka about how Taka had stormed out of her house the night before.
Miaka nodded her head and knew what her friend was getting to. ÒAbout all of that... I know where I stand and IÕm pleased with the choices IÕve made. IÕve decided to stay with Nuriko.Ó
ÒI know...Ó Yui said softly.
ÒHow did you know?Ó Miaka raised an eyebrow.
ÒOh look weÕre at our stop.Ó Yui said pointing to the theatre.
The girls got off of the bus and found a place in line. Once again Miaka asked how Yui knew about her decision and the girl informed her friend on how Taka had come over and then left after Yui had given him the news.
ÒOh Yui IÕm sorry that you had to do that.Ó Miaka said. ÒAnd donÕt think that he was mad at you when he was yelling.Ó
ÒI know he was just mad and needed to vent. Please, IÕm not one to say anything about a bad temper, IÕd never hold that against him.Ó Yui said as they approached the front of the line. ÒBut I still think the two of you need closure, you are moving on and he needs to.Ó
ÒI agree.Ó
ÒGood, and now I must inform you that IÕm going out of the councilor business.Ó Yui chuckled. ÒAll of this drama has made my head hurt, thatÕs why I wanted to come to this movie, nothing but glorious eye candy for two hours.Ó
ÒYes yes yes.Ó Miaka agreed.
ÒAnd youÕre going to pay for my ticket.Ó
ÒYui-chan!Ó
ÒHey consider it my bill for all of our sessions.Ó Yui laughed grabbing her ticket.
ÒI swear...Ó Miaka grumbled good naturedley handing the ticket seller three folded bills.
After the movie Yui and Miaka walked from the darkness of the theatre into the fading light of the outside, the movie had been kind of predictable but since the main actors had been extremely good looking neither girl minded. Yui, who felt guilty about sticking Miaka with the bill of two tickets, invited her friend to a cup of coffee. As they sat in a cafe Miaka smiled thoughtfully at her cup of coffee.
ÒWhat is it?Ó Yui asked.
ÒNothing, I just feel like IÕm in a permanent good mood.Ó Miaka giggled.
ÒMan youÕre weird.Ó Yui said shaking her head.
Miaka checked her watch. ÒI guess we ought to get going, I still have to wash my uniform for tomorrow.Ó
Yui laughed. ÒDid you forget?Ó
ÒForget what?Ó
ÒTomorrow and Tuesday are faculty days, you know... No classes for students.Ó
MiakaÕs mouth dropped open. ÒHow could I have missed such an announcement?Ó
ÒYou were probably asleep.Ó Yui said finishing her drink, she raised an eyebrow and smiled. ÒI should have just let you show up, nothing but you and fifty teachers, what a priceless moment!Ó
ÒAw Yui-chan youÕre so mean!Ó Miaka pouted. ÒButtttt.... I know, you can cover for me.Ó
ÒHow so?Ó
ÒIÕm going to call my mom and tell her IÕm staying at your place, if she calls you can back me up.Ó Miaka said slyly.
ÒOh I see.Ó Yui grinned, she knew exactly what the girl was planning. ÒFine, IÕll do it.Ó
ÒThanks Yui, youÕre a pal.Ó
ÒDonÕt I know it?Ó
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
ÒHang on IÕm coming!Ó Nuriko scrambled for the door. Whoever was on the other side was obviously either impatient or just liked to be a jerk, they pounded in a loud erratic fashion. He opened the door and was ready to yell at whoever it was but stopped when he saw who it was.
ÒI was beginning to think you were not at home!Ó Miaka said walking into his apartment. ÒI waited forever!Ó
Nuriko gave her a comical look mixed with a smirk. ÒI didnÕt know that forever was only thirty seconds long.Ó
Miaka stuck out her tongue and then hugged NurikoÕs arm. ÒWell... Maybe it wasnÕt forever but it sure felt like it.Ó
Nuriko looked down and tousled the girlÕs hair. ÒWhy the special visit?Ó
Miaka looked up at him and smiled.
~*~ end chapter six ~*~
