I'm glad some readers can relate to this Tohru. Weehee ^ _^
The day of the winter ball . . .
Tohru examined herself in front of the mirror. She almost didn't recognize herself. The girl she was looking was her but more beautiful and glamorous version. She turned from side to side checking her make-up and gown for the nth time. Ayame-san is a genius, she thought. She hadn't thought anything was wrong with my hair before yesterday—it had been brown, straight and went half-way down her back. Now, her hair fell just below her shoulders and layered to frame her face. When she went yesterday to get her gown from Ayame, he insisted on coming over today so he could do her hair and make-up. She was very thankful because she need not spend money on her make-up and hair, professional services were really expensive. Tohru was very delighted with her gown. It was simple but elegant. It was strapless, made of deep rose silk, and fell almost to the floor. It got tiny flower buds just above the breast in purple. Ayame even gave her a pair of high-heeled strappy sandals that matched her gown with pink colored stones in one side of each sandal. Suddenly, Tohru was reminded of Kimura. Kimura-san . . . The thought made her smile. This is the day I've been waiting for since I have seen Kimura-san. She checked her watch. It read 7: 00 p.m. She was supposed to meet Kimura in their school because she can't let him know she lived with the Sohmas. Good thing, Yuki, Kyo, and Kagura agreed to drop her off at school. Hatori would be driving them. Tohru said a little prayer before opening her door, ready to face the most romantic night of her life.
Tohru descended the stairs slowly with her head slightly bowed. She knew that they were all waiting for her and she planned that she makes a grand entrance. Ayame was the first to notice her. "My masterpiece!" Ayame exclaimed. All the people in the living room turned to look at her. Kagura stood up. "Tohru you look pretty!" Pretty only? This girl must be jealous. Tohru smiled. "You look very pretty too." In truth, Kagura was ravishing and Tohru felt a little insecure. Shigure just came from the kitchen. "Tohru, there's only one word to describe you," Shigure gushed. "Beautiful!"
Tohru blushed a little with all the attention she was grabbing. "Thank you very much. You are all kind. It was all Ayame-san's work." And my genes, of course.
"Yuki! Kyo!" Shigure suddenly said. "Cat bit your tongues? Hehe"
Yuki and Kyo both shot him a dark look. That was the only time Tohru noticed Yuki. Seeing him felt like Tohru was punched in the stomach. He looked absolutely fabulous. Tohru felt like she's seeing Yuki for the first time. He looked manlier in his tuxedo and you can't tell that he usually looked well, a girly boy as Kyo would put it.
Fortunately Hatori arrived. "Let's go!" Kyo grabbed Kagura's hands. They all went outside. Tohru bid Shigure, Ayame and Haru goodbyes. "I wish I could go too . . ." Tohru heard from Shigure as she went outside.
Tohru was waiting for about ten minutes in front of their school gate before Kimura arrived. Tohru wasn't prepared for her physical reaction to Kimura in a tuxedo. He looked amazing. He had even gotten a haircut. "Hi Tohru. Sorry to keep you waiting. Have you been here long?"
Tohru just stared at him.
"Hello??" Kimura waved his hands in front of Tohru's face.
"Oh, s-orry," she stammered. "What did you say?"
Kimura laughed a little that deepened his dimples. Tohru felt like swooning. "I asked you if you have been waiting for long."
"No, I just arrived." Tohru lied. Well, the waiting was worth it.
"I see. Let's go." Kimura offered his hand to Tohru. Tohru took it and they went inside Kimura's car. He didn't even notice my appearance.
Inside the hotel, the receptionist greeted them. Kimura showed her the tickets. The receptionist pointed the left end as their ballroom while giggling. She's flirting with him. Tohru raised one of her eyebrows and looked at the receptionist. The receptionist ceased.
Once they got inside, Tohru started to ooh and aah over the place. The decorations were pretty impressive considering the student council and a few volunteers were the only ones who made the decorations. Tohru scanned the crowds. She knows her two friends would not be coming tonight but she don't know what she was looking for. Suddenly, a lilac flowing dress caught her eye. Reiko-san. Laughing with someone. Tohru moved a little and she could see that it was Yuki. Yuki? That's right. I didn't know who his date was. Tohru frowned at the image before her but then Kimura interrupted her thoughts. "Would you like to dance?"
Tohru immediately smiled. "Love to." And she allowed Kimura to lead her into the dance floor.
They danced for several minutes with fast-pacing songs. Please play romantic songs.
Her wish was granted a few minutes later. The deejay played her favorite love song. Yes! This is it. Tohru was going to rest her head in Kimura's shoulders when Kimura suddenly pulled himself from her. "Wha . . . ?" She turned to see Yuki standing beside Kimura. "May I cut in?" Yuki asked.
"Yes," Kimura answered right away as if he wanted to get away from Tohru as soon as possible. Kimura immediately left Yuki and Tohru alone in the dance floor before Tohru could protest. Tohru frowned at Yuki. "What are you doing here? Why don't you dance with your date?" Yuki quickly took her hand and led her to dance.
"You know very well that we can't dance together. I might transform."
"In case you haven't noticed, I'm a normal girl too you know."
"But you know about the curse and we can take special care in dancing."
"Why don't you just sit down?" Tohru whispered angrily while smiling.
"And miss to dance in this song? No way." Yuki said calmly.
Tohru can't do anything else so she just went on dancing with Yuki. She could smell his perfume. It was exquisite. Oddly, the time seemed to urn so fast while she was dancing with Yuki. Before she knew it, it was over. She saw Kimura finding his way to her.
"Thanks for ruining my night." Tohru whispered to Yuki before he went.
"Yuki turned her face toward him. "No problem."
Tohru plastered a fake smile to Kimura. "Would you like to go some place quiet?" Kimura asked her. Tohru agreed. Her heart was still beating very fast from her encounter with Yuki. She needed some fresh air.
Tohru was still thinking about Yuki that she hadn't noticed to where Kimura took her. It was in the balcony. Tohru just noticed that they were alone. Suddenly, Kimura cupped her face and faced it towards him. He's going to kiss me! Wait! I'm not ready yet. Tohru pushed Kimura gently. She started to think of a conversation. "Isn't it a beautiful night?"
Kimura was just silent. Tohru turned to face him. His eyes were so intense and serious. For some reason, she felt danger. Tohru took his hand. Come on, let's go inside. I need a drink." But Kimura wouldn't budge.
Kimura spoke. "Come on, you know what I want. Don't be coy." Kimura grabbed her and started to kiss her roughly. She used all her strength to push him away but he was much stronger. "Please don't!" she shouted but she knew the noise inside would prevent anyone from hearing her. Tears were already streaming from her eyes.
"Hey!" A voice shouted. Seconds later, Kimura was on the floor with his mouth bleeding. Yuki kicked Kimura again at the face. Kimura didn't stand a chance.
Tohru was still crying from hurt and shock. Yuki removed his jacket and put it around Tohru. "Shhhh, don't cry anymore. It's okay."
Tohru can't think of anything to say. She was deeply embarrassed. 'Thank you." Was all she could muster to say. Since Yuki can't hug her, he just squeezed her hand and it was all what Tohru needed.