W I T H O U T H O P E
Miyako: *looks around* Where is Secretmirror180-sensei?
Daisuke: In the corner sulking.
Secretmirror180: *sulking* T_T
Hikari: What happened?
Takeru: She said something about a reviewer telling her to accept 'them.'
Iori: "Them?" Oh…
Secretmirror180: WAHHH!!! *cries hard* DOUSHITE?! DOUSHITE?! WAKARIMASEN!
Hikari: *pats her* Daijoubu…
Secretmirror180: *stops crying* FROM THIS DAY FORTH, I WILL NOT GO AFTER ANY OTHER BISHIE AGAIN!
Haru (From "Fruits Basket): *walks by*
Secretmirror180: *blinks* *follows*
Everyone else: *sweat drop* ^_^'
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Chapter Eight: Let's Stay Together…itsumo
"Arigato gozaimus Hikari-chan for staying with Takeru," thanked Takaishi-san. Hikari smiled and nodded. She placed her pillows on the couch and wrapped herself up in a blanket as Takaishi-san turned off the living room lights. That day's events were tiring and all she wanted was rest…and a reassurance that Takeru was going to be all right. Hikari and Yamato decided to stay with Takeru for a while so Hikari slept over his house along with Yamato. Of course Hikari slept in the living room as Yamato slept in his brother's room to watch him at night. Tailmon was resting on Hikari's legs whereas Patamon stayed with Takeru.
At last Hikari sighed and closed her eyes. She finally was getting some well-deserved sleep. Before going to sleep she thanked Kami-sama for making tomorrow a Sunday. (A/N: I know they have school on Saturday, but I made them skip school to look for Takeru)
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The next morning Yamato slipped on his jacket and sat down to put on his shoes. He soon stood up and looked at Hikari who was clinging to Takeru. He softly smirked, but soon it was replaced by a frown.
"You sure you're okay alone Hikari?" asked Yamato for the umpteenth time. Hikari chuckled and gently pushed Yamato closer to the door.
"Hai. Daijoubu. Besides, I'm not alone. Tailmon to Patamon to Takeru…" she paused to look at each of them. "They'll be here."
"How about if I call Daisuke?" Yamato suggested.
"Iie. I'm a big girl now Yamato. Anyway, you need Daisuke at the meeting. He is the leader of new team you know. You can tell him and Taichi not to worry. I have to take care of Takeru. Now get out. You're gonna be late again."
Yamato shook his head. "Don't be a smart ass. That's what we have your onii-san for. When I come back, I'll bring him and Daisuke, okay?"
"Hai. Itterashai,[1] Yamato," said Hikari as she watched Yamato leave. The digimon also said their good byes.
"Ja matte yo." And with that last good bye, Yamato closed the door. Hikari smiled and looked to Takeru.
"Takeru, would you like to come down to the store with me. I have to pick up something for a snack. Then maybe we could go to the park, ne?" asked Hikari. Takeru slowly nodded and headed towards the coat rack to get his jacket. Hikari smiled and walked to make a note to Takaishi-san if she came back home. She turned around and saw Takeru waiting by the door with Patamon and Tailmon.
"Let's go, Takeru?" Takeru nodded and opened the door. Hikari smiled and walked next to him. She talked of old days when they were younger, of when Diaboromon attacked twice, and when Takeru saved her. Eventually they arrived at the store and Hikari picked out all kinds of snacks. Of course, Patamon and Tailmon took peeks out of the bag they were in and told Hikari which to buy. Hikari shook her head in exhaustion with the two and finally reached the counter to pay. The cashier smiled at Hikari and Takeru.
"Are you two boyfriend and girlfriend?" asked the nosy cashier. Hikari blinked.
"Iie. We're best friends," answered Hikari hesitantly.
Hesitantly, thought Hikari. What took me to long to answer such an obvious question? The bearer of light shook the thought out of her head and signaled for Takeru to walked with her. Takeru followed and stayed a few steps behind Hikari until she pulled him next to her. Soon Hikari grabbed Takeru's arm again and leaned on his shoulder. The scene was so…so…
"Awww. Kawaii," called some people. It's like they never saw two best friends together. As Hikari and Takeru, with the digimon in their bag, walked by, people whispered…things. Things Hikari did not like. Hikari groaned in frustration and walked faster dragging Takeru with her. How annoying! Such nosy people these days. All people wanted were something to gossip about.
"Hikari…" called a voice. Hikari looked up and saw Takeru looking down at her. She smiled and started to walk slower and more calmly. Who care what other people thought. To Hikari, nothing else mattered for a while now that Takeru was back. She would help him. She would do anything for him…
Anything?, discussed Hikari in the safety of her own mind. Hikari was now confused. She loved Daisuke right? Right? She had to? After all…if she didn't love Daisuke…whom would she love?
"How romantic!" yelled one of the girls at the park. Obviously she was with her boyfriend and the two seemed to watch the sunset together. Hikari shook her head. But she had to admit…the scene was beautiful and Takeru seemed to edge towards it. She stopped at the railing and leaned on his shoulder. Hikari even unzipped the bag a little to let Tailmon and Patamon see. Hikari was glad she didn't miss this.
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Meanwhile at Gennai's undersea home, the digidestined were in a very important decisions
about their future…
"MY PIZZA!" yelled Daisuke pulling the box with the last slice towards him.
"No! It's mine!" fought Taichi. Both of the goggle heads played a short tug-of-war until Ken went over and sliced the last slice into two smaller pieces, and gave one to Yamato and himself. Taichi and Daisuke's jaw dropped to the floor and they sobbed in despair.
"That's *chew* what you *chew* get Taichi *swallow*," said Yamato in slightly snobbish voice and smirked at his "best friend". Sora shook her head and looked to her boyfriend.
"C'mon you too," she urged. "We have to get this meeting done and over with." Gennai nodded and paced the room…again.
"So Gennai what your saying is…that we are going to war?" asked Koushiro.
"Hai," replied Gennai. "This is the only way. We must arrange troops. I'll get the old tribes together again. The main base will be…"
"We know, we know," said Miyako. "Primary Village, ne? Easy as cake. Those digi-creeps are gonna be pan fried noodles by the time we're done."
"I hope so Miyako. It might not be that easy."
"Have faith in us Gennai," said Mimi. Jyou stood and headed for the door.
"I have to go home for now," announced Jyou. "I have a test to prepare for. I'll tell her about what is happening and ask her assistance, ne Gennai-san?"
"Hai. Arigato gozaimus." Jyou nodded and left the house.
"You humans better get home now," said Agumon.
"Yeah," agreed Biyomon. "We'll handle getting the troops." The digidestined nodded and left the house. This was going to be a long day.
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"Hikari…" whispered Takeru. Hikari looked up to him again and her face grew grim, as his eyes were wider than last time.
"It's time…"
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Secretmirror180: *holds up fans* I'M DONE!…WITH THIS CHAPTER! Oh…Jemma says Hi…o.O
Daisuke: Finally. Onna, you took so f***in' long.
Secretmirror180: *gasp* Potty mouth!
Jemma27032: Hi! ^_^
Everyone: ????? o.O
Secretmirror180: ^_^' Okay…right…anyway…sorry for getting the chapter up late. I had lots of work. The next chapter will be up faster and will be the actually fight and reveal a bit of Takeru's story. I'm even working on a sequel and prequel if you want one. They are much better.
Miyako: Here's the Japanese translation-
[1] Itterashai- Go and come back safely.
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