Disclaimer:The usual I dont own the characters but Gainax and project Eva does . Dont sue im only borrowing.
Hi people this is chapter 5 thankfully done.I got a bit slack and stopped writing for a while but here it is anyway.Cheers for the reviews its helping , I kinda think I might need pre-readers so drop me a line if ya wanna help stupid ol' me.This chap was kinda rushed as I only pre-read it 2 times so GOMEN , Anyway on with the story
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Evangelic Possibilities
Chapter 5: Battle Aftermath
Scene:Dark room of Seele
The commander is once again surrounded by the monoliths of Seele and is as calm as ever even thought the committee sound pissed.
Seele1: "Ikari our situation has now worsened has it not ?"
Gendo: "In a way , yes"
Seele2: "Unit 01 did not incorporate the S2 engine as foretold"
Seele3: "This would make it the second time the scrolls have wronged us"
Seele4: "As we said before one problem would lead to another"
Gendo: "Indeed"
Seele5: "We are hoping that this is not your work"
Gendo: "I assure you this is not my doing , but I will find out what is going on"
Seele1: "Any funny business Ikari , you will become our enemy"
Gendo: "I do not wish to become one chairman"
Seele1: "Fix this before more problems arise"
Seele1: "Dismissed"
The light that surrounded Commander Ikari disappeared but the 12 monoliths continued
Seele6: "We must find out what he knows and what he is up to"
Seele7: "We must do everything to ensure our plan"
Seele1: "Yes , that would be wise"
With the last words were heard the 12 'sound only' monoliths disappeared and all was left was darkness.
Back at Nerv Shinji Ikari lay in a bed sleeping or so it seemed as he listened to a continuous beeping.
Beep , Beep , Beep , Beep . Beep
It had been only a day since the last angel attack and Shinji had finally woken up from his slumber to a most irritating noise that would continue over and over again in a pattern.
Shinji just lay in the bed with a spaced out look on his face as he stared at the ceiling when he came to the conclusion that he was in the hospital wing of Nerv from the familiar ceiling and the strong smell of cleanliness.
As he was now aware that he was in the hospital , Shinji tried to figure out how he had ended up there.
Shinji: Im in the hospital again
Shinji: .......................why ?............................
Shinji: Wait I remember , there was an angel .............Battle , Rei , Asuka and .........HIRO !!!!
Shinji:(Scared from remembering Hiro) "AAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH"
After remembering the contents of the battle , Shinji jerked up from his sleeping position as if on reflex about worrying for his friends and his girlfriend.But because of this sudden movement sitting up , the blood in his body rushed to its place which fogged up Shinji's vision and gave him a violent headache.
As Shinji finally recovered from the blood rush , he was able to slowly survey the room and his surroundings.He found the usual things in a hospital room including the most annoying heart monitor.When Shinji had finished looking around he finally looked down to his lap as he found a mop of blue hair resting there in a position that wouldn't seem decent and give people wrong impressions.
When the mop of hair had registered the new movement in the bed it raised itself from Shinji's lap to reveal a sleepy Rei Ayanami.
Shinji: Rei ??? , Oh no she must be injured she's got a cast on her arm and a bandage on her forehead
Rei rubbed some sleep from her eyes and looked up to Shinji and locked gazes with him.Rei stared with her usual emotionless stare until her expression changed not briefly but for a while as Rei gave Shinji a smile which you could say was full of relief and joy.Rei then jumped right ontop of the bed and embraced Shinji.At first Shinji was very overwhelmed at seeing Rei care for him so much and was just happy to see her.
Rei:(Happily) "Shinji-kun you have awoke !!!"
Shinji:(Happily) "Rei , im so glad your ok"
The two hugged for what seemed like an eternity , completely ignoring the fact that they were both injured , but they both endured the pain to be in each others arms.
But after a while Shinji had to give in to the pain as he had more severe injuries than Rei.
Shinji:(In pain) "Um......Rei-chan ......my body ......is.....really hurting......now"
Rei:(Apologetically) "Im so sorry Shinji-kun im just very ..........happy to see you"
Shinji and Rei let go of each other and opted to hold hands considering their physical health status at the moment.
Shinji:(Half smiling half frowning) "Im so happy that you arent hurt to badly , but I should have been protecting you"
Rei:(Smiling) "Do not worry , Doctor Akagi stated that I only suffered a minor concussion and a fractured arm , it is not serious"
Shinji:(Frowning) "But still , im your boyfriend , im meant to be there to keep you from getting hurt"
Rei:(Worried) "Shinji-kun , I am alive now and I am not angry at you , I am very happy to see YOU are alive and well"
Shinji:(Looking downwards) "Can you forgive me"
Rei:(Smiling) "There is nothing to forgive , as nothing was done wrong"
Shinji:(Smiling aswell) "Thanks Rei-chan"
Rei became comfortable on the bed and lay beside Shinji holding his hand and leaning on him , while Shinji stared at the ceiling once again happy that Rei is okay but soon became gloomy again as he remembered his other fellow pilots.
Shinji:(Almost to scared to ask) "Rei-chan , what about the others ?"
Rei: "Pilot Sohryu suffered only minor bruises and scrapes and has been released from the hospital wing but Pilot Takeda.........."
Shinji:(Worried) "What about Hiro ?"
Rei:(Hesitantly) "Pilot Takeda is currently in a coma with semi-serious injuries and has not awoken"
Shinji:(Whispering) "Hiro............."
Rei:(Concerned) "Do not blame yourself Shinji-kun , the Major has told me that Pilot Takeda chose his actions of free will to save Pilot Sohryu"
Shinji:(Angrily) "If I had just got to Asuka first or destroyed the angel quickly he wouldnt have had to get hurt"
Rei: "Maybe , but If you had gotten to unit 02 first you would be in the coma , and the angel is to powerful to destroy quickly , it had a strong A.T field"
Shinji: "It was his first real battle Rei , I should have been in a coma not him."
Rei: "Then I would be very sad to be away from you"
Shinji: ".........................................."
Rei: "Shinji-kun , you cannot always look after everyone and be there when they need you" "You are one being are you not , that means you have one mind , and one mind means you can only do one thing at a time"
Shinji was on the verge of full throttle anger at himself but he was calmed down by Rei giving him a hug while still lying on the bed that reminded him of his mother. it was so comforting , warm and a sense of 'Do not worry'.
When Shinji had calmed down and nestled into Rei's hug Shinji decided to speak.
Shinji:(Softly) "Thankyou Rei-chan"
Rei:(Assuringly) "Do not worry Shinji-kun"
The two stayed quiet for a while enjoying each others warmth and presence until a question popped in Shinji's head.
Shinji:(Curiously) "Rei-chan"
Rei: "Yes Shinji-kun"
Shinji: "How long have I been in here?"
Rei: "You have been sleeping for 26 hours"
Shinji:(Anxious) "Really , have you been ..........."
Rei:(Blushing) "I came to see you as soon as my medical checks were completed"
Shinji:(Smiling) "Thanks Rei-chan"
Rei:(Confused) "For what Shinji-kun ?"
Shinji:(Happily) "For being by my side"
Rei gave Shinji a warm smile and traded places with Shinji , by nestling herself into him and positioning herself so she was snuggled as close as possible to Shinji on the bed while lying down.
Shinji at first became very uneasy at Rei's new position against himself but soon shrugged it off and enjoyed the closeness , and soon started to fall asleep.
Shinji:(Dozing off) "Rei-chan , when am I allowed to be released ?"
Misato:(Cheerfully) "I can answer that !"
Hearing this new voice and recognising it to be Misato , Shinji quickly became very panicky and sweaty as Misato had chose the wrong time to enter the room.As Misato stood at the foot of his bed with a recognisable Asuka pose and a look of curiosity , Shinji tried to think up something to say but just blushed and Rei just lay there with a look saying 'Something wrong Major ?'.
Shinji:(Sweating) "M...m...misato , um.........................its not what you think"
Misato:(Mock angrily) "Is it now ?"
Shinji:(Sweating) "Well ......um........y..you..see"
Misato(Laughing) "Oh..........Shinji , your too easy"
Shinji:(Confused and rather annoyed) "Huh"
Misato:(Still giggling) "Dont worry , I believe you , this room is monitored anyway and I receive reports so I KNOW EVERYTHING"
Shinji:(Sweatdropping) "Thats mean"
Misato:(Happily) "I know"
Misato then walked over to the bed and sat down on the bed making sure not to squish Rei or Shinji with her rump and patted Shinji on the head.
Misato:(Genuinely concerned) "You OK kiddo ?"
Shinji:(More at ease) "Yeah , im fine"
Misato: "You can leave tonight after Ritsuko runs some tests on you"
Shinji:(Happily) "Great !"
Misato: "I'll give you a ride home too ok Rei ?"
Rei: "That would be appreciated"
A silence filled the room as Misato just stared off while Shinji and Rei embraced each other.Misato spoke again after what seemed like she was thinking of what to say.
Misato:(Sounding official) "You did a good Job , Shinji"
Shinji:(Unconfidently) "Sure , Misato"
Silence......
Misato:(Standing up) "Anyway I'll pick you guys when its time to go"
Shinji: "Ok"
Misato got up from the bed and walked towards the door but was stopped by Shinji's low questioning voice.
Shinji:(Softly) "Misato ....................can I visit Hiro before we go ?"
Misato: "Sure thing , Shinji"
Misato then fully left the room leaving Shinji and Rei to peace and quiet and they both soon fell asleep.
Later that night Shinji was released from the hospital wing after passing Doctor Akagi's tests.Keeping her word , Misato led Shinji and Rei towards Hiro's designated room.
As they arrived and entered the room , Shinji was at first confused to see Hiro battered up and not in the best of conditions but had a weak smile barely noticable on his face.Hiro had severe bruises and pretty scratched up with many bandages all over his body.
The three sat around Hiro and observed him closely all immersed in their thoughts.
Misato: This must be really hard for Shinji , he must still blame himself even though im sure Rei had assured him it wasnt
Shinji: Hiro is really banged up , its all my fault
Shinji then sulked down and became very agitated by his thinking but was once again calmed down Rei who took hold of Shinji's hand and gave a ensuring squeeze.
Rei: "Major , I think it is time to leave"
Misato:(Looking towards Shinji) "OK Rei"
The three then left the hospital room and made their way home in Misato's car but not before dropping off Rei.When they arrived at her apartment Shinji walked Rei up to her apartment to see her off.
Shinji:(Holding Reis hand at Rei's door) "Well..........Goodnight Rei-chan"
Rei: "Goodnight Shinji-kun"
Shinji then reached in and gave Rei a goodnight hug not wanting to push his luck with a kiss.
Shinji: "Thankyou Rei for putting up and helping me , I must be a real pain"
Rei: "You are welcome , is that not what girlfriends are for?"
Shinji smiled as Rei released herself from the hug and made her way into the apartment and said goodnight once again before shutting the door.
After replaying the words 'Is that not girlfriends are for' while still outside Rei's door Shinji made his way back to Misato's car.
Shinji:(Softly) "Im really lucky to have you Rei-chan"
When Shinji reached the car and Misato drove them back to their apartment Misato began a very important conversation.
Misato:(Hesitantly) "Shinji"
Shinji: "Yes Misato"
Misato:(Still unsure) "I have to talk to you about Asuka"
Shinji:(Confused) "Asuka ? , how come ?"
Misato: "Well .........you see since the last angel she gained injuries that would not be able to healed soon"
Shinji:(still confused) "But Rei said she had only minor injuries ?"
Misato: "Yes she does have minor physical injuries that will heal but she also had psycological ones"
Shinji: "Pschological injuries"
Misato: "Yes Shinji , in the last battle her pride , will and personality were badly damaged." "I think she had rather died than be saved by someone let alone Hiro , one of our most newest and inexperienced pilots"
Shinji:(Concerned) "I see"
Misato:(Concerned also) "When you were sleeping , her attitude and personality have worsened and I think she feels like she's losing again to an underdog"
Shinji: "Asuka................"
Misato: "Shinji , you know that I care for you two like you were my own , and I dont want to see you two get hurt so I want you to try not to get caught up in Asuka and her attitude"
Shinji: "Ok"
Misato: "Alot is going on her mind and life and I cant bare her to see her so down and I think she thinks of you as a potential enemy and getting in her way will only get her more depressed and angry"
Shinji: "Dont worry Misato , you can count on me"
Misato: "That will be helpful Shinji , thankyou"
When they arrived at home , Misato said her goodnights , grabbed a beer and went into to her room.Shinji also decided to go to sleep aswell but something forced him to check on Asuka.
Shinji opened the door of Asuka's room and peered in.Asuka was curled up in a ball in her sheets and facing away from the door.
Shinji: Asuka..............
Shinji stayed at the doorway for a while until realizing that he couldn't do anything to help her so he closed the door and left towards his room not knowing that Asuka was awake and had tears silently streaming down her face.
When Shinji went in to his room he was soon fully reminded of Hiro and his current state from all his possessions in the room.It was then that Shinji knew he wouldn't be able to get a good nights sleep with his friends Asuka and Hiro in his mind , even though Asuka may not count Shinji as a friend.
The next morning Shinji woke up very very very slowly from the lack of sleep and energy of not getting much sleep as his mind kept reminding him of Asuka and Hiro , and to make it worse his mind kept replaying the last battle over and over again.Shinji could almost swear that he was able to relive the pain of the battle in his mind.
As Shinji pushed out his thoughts and tiredness he wobbled over to the bathroom.Shinji took a brief shower and replaced his bandages around his body with clean fresh ones.
Soon enough Shinji was in the kitchen cooking breakfast and lunches as usual.As soon he was finished and was placing the dishes on the table a sleepy headed and mesilly dressed up Misato in her work clothes came out of her room.
Misato:(Yawning) "Morning"
Shinji: "Good morning"
Misato: "Sorry I cant stay for breakfast Shinji-kun , I got to go to work early"
Shinji: "Oh ok"
Misato: "I have lots of paper work from the last attack damages"
Shinji:(Apologetically) "Im sorry"
Misato:(assuringly) "Hey its not your fault , at least ya killed the damn thing"
Shinji: "Yeah I guess"
Misato: "Anyway im late , I'll seeya when I get home kay ? , seeya"
Misato left the apartment leaving Shinji to eat his breakfast in peace until he was joined by a already dressed Asuka who joined him at the table.
Shinji:(Hesiatantly) "Um...............good morning"
Asuka: "................................."
Shinji: She doesnt seem like shes changed , she still doesnt care about me as usual
Asuka just sat at the table eating her breakfast while Shinji tried to think up something to start a conversation but came up with nothing.So they ate in silence until he came up with a question that he needed to ask.
Shinji: "Asuka.......do you want to walk together to school today"
Silence...................................
Asuka:(Barely louder than a whisper) "No"
Shinji:(Confused) "Excuse me ?"
Asuka:(Yelling and standing up) "I said NO THIRD CHILD !!! , I know what youre trying to do and I dont need your sympathy." "Misato talked to you about me right , I should of known , just leave me alone baka"
Shinji:(Dazed from the yelling) "What ?"
Asuka:(Shouting) "JUST LEAVE ME ALONE !!!!"
With that said Asuka left the table and left the apartment full of anger , while Shinji sat on his chair thinking what he did wrong.
Shinji: I was asking if she wanted me to accompany her or if she wanted space
She gets angry real easy now , I better steer clear , maybe Hikari can help her ?
After finishing his breakfast Shinji cleared the table , left some food for penpen and and left for school with his and Asuka's lunches.
At school most of his classmates were already there including Rei and his friends but no Asuka or Hikari.Seeing Shinji's arrival Rei acknowledged him but turning her gaze to him and smiling.Shinji made his way to the desk beside Rei's and sat down beside her.
Shinji:(Happily) "Good morning Rei-chan"
Rei: "Good morning Shinji-kun are you feeling better?"
Shinji:(Grabbing his shoulder) "Yeah I guess , but my body still aches"
Rei: "They should subside in a few days"
Shinji: "It would be good to able to move at my original way once again"
Rei just smiled back at him.
As the two conversed Kensuke and Touji realized Shinji had arrived in the classroom and chosen to see his girlfriend friend first instead of them so they made their way to the pair.
Touji:(Mockingly) "Hey Shinji , how are the lovebirds today ?"
Shinji: "Oh cut it out Touji , but were fine"
Kensuke: "Must of been a wild fight on saturday , theres a massive dent in one of the mountains surrounding Tokyo-3"
Hearing the words about the last angel brought back the memories he tried to forget this morning which made him wince from the pain his ribs were giving him.Shinji automatically grabbed his ribs to try and stop the pain.
Shinji:(Cringing) "Owwwwwwwwwww"
Touji:(Worried) "Shinji , you alright ?"
Shinji: "Yeah im fine , I just got banged up from the last battle"
Kensuke:(Looking over at Rei) "I see Ayanami's got some injuries too"
Shinji: "Yeah"
Kensuke: "How bout Hiro , where is he?"
Shinji:(Lying) "Um.......hes got synch tests"
Kensuke: "I see"
Touji: "Man I hope you absolutely kicked the angels ass"
Kensuke: "Yeah tell me about it"
Shinji: "Um................" Thanks for caring about the pilots
The two stooges kept asking questions about everything you could ask about the last battle , even thought Shinji tried to tune them out and just nod Shinji became distraught once again at his friends selfishness.But before Shinji was going to do something stupid Rei stepped in.
Rei: "Suzahara , Aida I would ask you to stop enquiring about the last battle to my Shinji as the battle was tragic and a painful memory to remember"
Touji and Kensuke: "Huh"
Luckily for Shinji , Rei had helped him once again from attacking his friends for making him remember once again.
Touji: "MY"
Kensuke: "SHINJI"
Touji and Kensuke were fixated on those two words to take the last part of Rei's sentence in depth but just gave Shinji the look which only meant one thing to them.Shinji just sat and blushed under their grins as usual as he knew that he wouldnt hear the last of it but was still happy at Rei's new openness.
Shinji:(Rather annoyed) "Guys drop it please"
Touji:(Not convincingly) "Fine fine we will"
Kensuke:(Mockingly) "Yeah we'll leave Ayanami's Shinji alone"
The two stooges burst out in laughter and once again Shinji blushed and got angry at them , and the thought of crushing his friends houses flashed in his mind more than enough times to do it.
Touji: "Nah , we'll stop bugging ya"
Kensuke: "For real"
Shinji: "Thanks"
Kensuke: "All we need to know is that you killed the angel , and we've basically already know the answer since were all here"
Touji: "Yup , I hope you really kicked the angels ass"
Shinji: "Y...yeah"
Touji then winded his arm back and gave Shinji a friendly slap on the shoulder , which in turn caused Shinji to yelp in pain and fall off his chair grimacing.
Seeing this new action from Shinji to just a little slap his friends at first looked on in confusion then worry.
Touji:(Rubbing the back of his head) "I guess im really strong huh ? "
Shinji: "Oww........................."
Rei: "Suzahara , please refrain from hurting Shinji as he had received injuries from the last battle."
Touji:(Apologizing) "Oh......so sorry dude , I didnt know"
Shinji:(Stuttering in pain) "N.....no.......worries..."
As Shinji was helped up to his chair very carefully by his two friends , Rei immediately came to his aid to nurse Shinji.
Rei: "Shinji are you alright"
Shinji: "Yeah im alright ........... hurts abit though , Rei can you get me some heat patches from my bag , I brought some with me"
Rei then began rummaging throught Shinji's bag and found the patches.She then began to unbutton his shirt and putting the patches around his torso.As the class watched the whole situation at first they were shocked at Shinji's injuries and how bad they look , but they soon became happy for the two , at how much affection and trust they have for one another , from being the two most shyest and unsociable lot to a lovely couple.
Seeing as they were not needed and wanted to give Shinji and Rei space , Kensuke and Touji left the group and headed for their desks.
Touji: "We'll leave you two lovebirds alone"
Kensuke: "Right on"
Hearing the statement and the watchful eyes of the class made Shinji blush at the attention him and Rei were receiving but soon forgot about it as he turned his gaze back onto Rei and became happy from just being Rei's boyfriend.
When Rei had finished bandaging Shinji up she helped him out his shirt back on just in time as the teachers arrived in the classroom and the students dispersed to their seats.
The class found at something was wrong when the class reps commanding voice wasnt heard as usual to start the day off.
Sensei:(Confused) "Does anyone know where Miss Horaki is ?"
The class then uproared into gossip and chatting as Hikari was never late to class and she always sent the teacher a note if she was sick but this time the class was worried in a way.
Sensei: "Seeing as no-one knows of her whereabouts Miss Nakamura can you talk the role for today"
Naomi:(Nervously) "Yes Sensei"
The vice class rep stood up in her seat and was about to begin the courtesy routine when a exhausted and rather angry looking Hikari slid open the door and scoot over to her desk.
Hikari:(Puffing) "Sensei , Im sorry for being late , I had some trouble at my household this morning"
Sensei: "Very well Miss Horaki , you are excused , please start the day so I can begin the day's lessons."
Hikari:(Still out of breath) "Yes Sir , Rise bow Sit down"
As the class sat back down Shinji noted that the class rep looked like she had run the whole way from her house from the state of her uniform and hair.When Hikari realized she was being watched by the class at her untidiness , she quickly fixed herself up at the amusement of the class.
The teacher started the rambling as usual and everyone dropped dead asleep 5 minutes into his lecture besides Hikari offcourse being the classrep , she had to show a good example.But on this particular day She looked like she was thinking about something else.
Just before Shinji himself fell asleep he glanced around the room in every desk and found that Asuka wasnt in the classroom.
Shinji: Wheres Asuka? I hope shes alrighttttttttttttttttttttt
Shinji's mind had become clouded and he had finally fallen asleep.
A couple of boring hours later a painful ringing woke the class of 2A from their dream wonderlands.When the class became aware it was the lunch bell that rung the students quickly escaped from the room towards the cafeteria or somewhere outside in the hot sun.The three stooges plus Rei left the classroom and made their way outside until Touji went off into another direction.
Kensuke: "Hey Touji where ya going ?"
Touji: "Oh I just got to check something , go on without me and ill find you guys later."
Shinji: "Ok"
Touji: 'Laters"
Touji then left the group in the direction of the cafeteria to find Hikari as Kensuke , Shinji and Rei find a nice spot under a tree to have their lunch.
Kensuke: "Good ol' lunch , eh Shinji"
Shinji: "Yeah , its good to be out of the class , it was so boring"
Kensuke:(Mockingly) "Yeah , I see that the lovebirds are sharing a lunch"
Shinji:(annoyed) "For gods sake Kensuke , will you cut it out , I mean im not the one in this school whose got a girlfriend"
Kensuke: "Yeah , but its fun to tease you"
Shinji:(Sighs)
As the three enjoyed their lunches back in the school building in the cafeteria Touji manages to find Hikari.
Touji: "Hey Hikari"
Hikari: "Hi Touji"
Touji:(Concerned) "You okay , you dont seem like yourself"
Hikari:(Lying) "No im fine"
Touji: "Please tell me its not something I did"
Hikari: "No no , its not you"
Touji: "Then whats wrong , its a boyfriends duty to make sure his girlfriend is always happy right , you can tell me"
Hikari: "Well the reason I was late this morning is that I was going to meet Asuka early this morning at my house but when she didnt show up I went to her apartment and I still couldnt find her." "When I realized the time I had to run as fast as I could to school but im still worried about her since she isnt at school either"
Touji: "I see"
Hikari: "I was going to ask Shinji after lunch so here I am now"
Touji: "If you want you come and eat with us and you can ask Shinji at the same time while eating lunch with me , since you got no eating partner"
Hikari:(Happily and relieved) "That would be great"
Touji: "Its the least I could do since we didnt get to have a good first date , stupid angel"
Hikari:(Blushing) "Yeah but the shelter wasnt so bad"
Touji:(Blushing also) "Yeah"
The two blushed hard as they had a very clear flashback about when they hugged and huddled in the corner with Touji trying to cover Hikari as much as possible since the shelter was shaking from the battle that was going on.
After the two teens stopped their flashback and finished blushing Touji took Hikari's hand and led her towards his friends.
When Hikari and Touji arrived at the group Shinji and Kensuke both had a evil grin for Touji as they saw what his hand was holding.Touji did his best to ignore them and prepared a nice spot for Hikari to sit then sat down himself.
Hikari:(Cheerfully) "Hi guys"
Shinji and Kensuke: "Hey class rep"
Touji:(Waving his hand in the air) "Hikari is gonna join us for lunch alright , objections answer to my fist"
That made Hikari turn a very vibrant shade of red and it made Shinji and Kensuke smile at the couple.
The group then began to resume eating lunch.Throught the eating mild chit chat flew around as the friends conversed and it was not until near the end of lunch that Hikari spoke up about Asuka as she was enjoying herself.
Hikari:(Softly) "Shinji"
Shinji: "Yup"
Hikari: "Do you know where Asuka is , she was meant to meet met this morning but she didnt show up ,I looked at your apartment and she wasnt there and she isnt even in school , im really worried about her"
Shinji:(Hesitating) "Well.................um dont really know but"
Hikari: "but ?"
Shinji:(Lost for words) "Um..........."
Rei:(Helping Shinji with words) "You best tell them Shinji-kun , they are your friends and the will soon notice anyway"
Shinji: "Your right Rei-chan , ok but its a long story"
Hikari , Touji and Kensuke: "We have time"
Shinji: "Well.......for starters , this morning Asuka blew up in my face for just asking her If she wants me to walk with her to school." "She got all angry and left the apartment , so that explains why I dont know where she is"
Kensuke: "That sounds normal to me"
Hikari: "Asuka normally blows up at people , but she must be really angry about something to make her forget about meeting me , she would normally tell me about it"
Shinji: "Yeah , well I think shes really angry at everything"
Touji: "At everything ?"
Shinji: "Yeah , like depressed" " In the last angel battle she got beaten bad by the angel , and when it was going to finish her off Hiro stepped in and helped her"
Kensuke: "That doesnt sound to bad , at least she was saved by Hiro"
Shinji: "This Asuka where talking about her , Misato said that not only did she get physical wounds but physicological ones aswell like her pride"
Hikari: "Her pride ?"
Shinji: "Yeah , you all know Asuka has alot of pride in herself." "When the angel bet her down it hurt it and to make it worse she was saved by the most unexperienced pilot of the team"
Hikari: "I see"
Shinji: "Misato thinks she would have rather died than be helped , and now since she was her pride is badly damaged and Misato thinks shes in depression." "Asuka's angry at everything and everyone even herself"
Shinji: "And thats the story"
Hikari: "Poor Asuka"
Kensuke: "Bummer"
Touji: "You said it"
The group were reflecting silently and didnt realize Shinji as he had gotten real angry at himself as he retold the story and was clenching and unclenching his fist.His clenching was stopped as Rei put her own hand in Shinji's palm and smiled which calmed Shinji down.The group stayed silent for a while until Hikari spoke up.
Hikari: "Hows Hiro taking this"
Shinji:(Sadly) "He hasnt doesnt know ................. hes in a coma"
Touji:(Surprised) "What !!!"
Hikari: "Poor Hiro"
Kensuke: "You said he had a test today"
Shinji: "Sorry I lied , we didnt want to worry you and its kinda confidential"
Hikari: "By any chance does it have to do with saving Asuka"
Shinji: "Yeah , when the angel was delivering its final strike I ran towards Asuka to help her but Hiro bet me to it , he grabbed Unit 02 and flung it aside talking the full blow of the attack instead of Asuka"
Group Shock of silence ............
Hikari: "I think it maybe my fault Hiro is hurt"
Shinji , Touji and Kensuke: "How ?"
Hikari:(Starting to cry) "Well I was talking to him a couple of days ago and we talked about Asuka and it seemed like he wanted to find out more about Asuka because he likes her and I said something like "youll probably have to save her life or something a rather""
Touji:(Holding Hikari reassuringly) "Its not your fault"
Shinji: "Yeah it cant be your fault ,it was just unlucky that Hiro got hurt.It could of been either Asuka or hiro and maybe me"
Kensuke:(Cheerfully) "Cheer up Hikari"
Rei: "Pilot Takeda seemed determined to do it as I was told he burst out of bindings just to get to her"
Shinji: "He must really like Asuka"
Hikari:(Sigh) "Yeah......."
Touji just held Hikari and tried to calm her down , and the others stayed quiet as they felt it wasnt the best of times for conversation of any kind besides the silent type.
At the same time in the other side of the Tokyo-3 Asuka was aimlessly walking around as she had been doing ever since she left the apartment this morning.
Asuka: Now I know ive stooped and been degraded so low when the invincible baka hentai Shinji is giving me sympathy , sooner or later wondergirl will start giving me some to.
I dont need they're lameass symphathy
But why did I get beaten again , im the most elite pilot of them all , ive graduated college and spent my whole liffe training for gods sake and I needed to be helped by the most inexperienced rookie of them all
Why did HE have to save me , I would have rather died , I would of welcomed my end from this sorry planet im meant to protect
Now hes in a coma , the stupid baka
I got to stay strong and act normally , I cant show im weak , I never have and I never will
Asuka then sat down on a nearby bench to give her sore feet and ankles a rest.
Asuka: "Im hungry"
End of Chapter 5 , chapter 6 coming soon
A/N
I hope chapter 6 will be out soon , I got other stories in my head at the mo so please bare with.Ofcoarse r and r always helps and thanks for the reviews.
For anyone who is wondering a heat patch is a thing I made up or it may be real but it is used to apply heat to aching muscles to help it calm like deep heat.
Also I just want you to know that Kaji is STILL alive , I repeat he aint dead like in the original series.I havent actually made it clear yet but I will soon.He was meant to kidnap the vice commander but in my fic because of the new happenings they went straight to Gendo.
Also Also , I might change my dialogue style to novel because this way I now realize is much harder than I thought so please keep the change in mind.
Anyway Cheers
Th1rD_Ch1Ld
Original_Aki@hotmail.com
Hi people this is chapter 5 thankfully done.I got a bit slack and stopped writing for a while but here it is anyway.Cheers for the reviews its helping , I kinda think I might need pre-readers so drop me a line if ya wanna help stupid ol' me.This chap was kinda rushed as I only pre-read it 2 times so GOMEN , Anyway on with the story
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Evangelic Possibilities
Chapter 5: Battle Aftermath
Scene:Dark room of Seele
The commander is once again surrounded by the monoliths of Seele and is as calm as ever even thought the committee sound pissed.
Seele1: "Ikari our situation has now worsened has it not ?"
Gendo: "In a way , yes"
Seele2: "Unit 01 did not incorporate the S2 engine as foretold"
Seele3: "This would make it the second time the scrolls have wronged us"
Seele4: "As we said before one problem would lead to another"
Gendo: "Indeed"
Seele5: "We are hoping that this is not your work"
Gendo: "I assure you this is not my doing , but I will find out what is going on"
Seele1: "Any funny business Ikari , you will become our enemy"
Gendo: "I do not wish to become one chairman"
Seele1: "Fix this before more problems arise"
Seele1: "Dismissed"
The light that surrounded Commander Ikari disappeared but the 12 monoliths continued
Seele6: "We must find out what he knows and what he is up to"
Seele7: "We must do everything to ensure our plan"
Seele1: "Yes , that would be wise"
With the last words were heard the 12 'sound only' monoliths disappeared and all was left was darkness.
Back at Nerv Shinji Ikari lay in a bed sleeping or so it seemed as he listened to a continuous beeping.
Beep , Beep , Beep , Beep . Beep
It had been only a day since the last angel attack and Shinji had finally woken up from his slumber to a most irritating noise that would continue over and over again in a pattern.
Shinji just lay in the bed with a spaced out look on his face as he stared at the ceiling when he came to the conclusion that he was in the hospital wing of Nerv from the familiar ceiling and the strong smell of cleanliness.
As he was now aware that he was in the hospital , Shinji tried to figure out how he had ended up there.
Shinji: Im in the hospital again
Shinji: .......................why ?............................
Shinji: Wait I remember , there was an angel .............Battle , Rei , Asuka and .........HIRO !!!!
Shinji:(Scared from remembering Hiro) "AAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH"
After remembering the contents of the battle , Shinji jerked up from his sleeping position as if on reflex about worrying for his friends and his girlfriend.But because of this sudden movement sitting up , the blood in his body rushed to its place which fogged up Shinji's vision and gave him a violent headache.
As Shinji finally recovered from the blood rush , he was able to slowly survey the room and his surroundings.He found the usual things in a hospital room including the most annoying heart monitor.When Shinji had finished looking around he finally looked down to his lap as he found a mop of blue hair resting there in a position that wouldn't seem decent and give people wrong impressions.
When the mop of hair had registered the new movement in the bed it raised itself from Shinji's lap to reveal a sleepy Rei Ayanami.
Shinji: Rei ??? , Oh no she must be injured she's got a cast on her arm and a bandage on her forehead
Rei rubbed some sleep from her eyes and looked up to Shinji and locked gazes with him.Rei stared with her usual emotionless stare until her expression changed not briefly but for a while as Rei gave Shinji a smile which you could say was full of relief and joy.Rei then jumped right ontop of the bed and embraced Shinji.At first Shinji was very overwhelmed at seeing Rei care for him so much and was just happy to see her.
Rei:(Happily) "Shinji-kun you have awoke !!!"
Shinji:(Happily) "Rei , im so glad your ok"
The two hugged for what seemed like an eternity , completely ignoring the fact that they were both injured , but they both endured the pain to be in each others arms.
But after a while Shinji had to give in to the pain as he had more severe injuries than Rei.
Shinji:(In pain) "Um......Rei-chan ......my body ......is.....really hurting......now"
Rei:(Apologetically) "Im so sorry Shinji-kun im just very ..........happy to see you"
Shinji and Rei let go of each other and opted to hold hands considering their physical health status at the moment.
Shinji:(Half smiling half frowning) "Im so happy that you arent hurt to badly , but I should have been protecting you"
Rei:(Smiling) "Do not worry , Doctor Akagi stated that I only suffered a minor concussion and a fractured arm , it is not serious"
Shinji:(Frowning) "But still , im your boyfriend , im meant to be there to keep you from getting hurt"
Rei:(Worried) "Shinji-kun , I am alive now and I am not angry at you , I am very happy to see YOU are alive and well"
Shinji:(Looking downwards) "Can you forgive me"
Rei:(Smiling) "There is nothing to forgive , as nothing was done wrong"
Shinji:(Smiling aswell) "Thanks Rei-chan"
Rei became comfortable on the bed and lay beside Shinji holding his hand and leaning on him , while Shinji stared at the ceiling once again happy that Rei is okay but soon became gloomy again as he remembered his other fellow pilots.
Shinji:(Almost to scared to ask) "Rei-chan , what about the others ?"
Rei: "Pilot Sohryu suffered only minor bruises and scrapes and has been released from the hospital wing but Pilot Takeda.........."
Shinji:(Worried) "What about Hiro ?"
Rei:(Hesitantly) "Pilot Takeda is currently in a coma with semi-serious injuries and has not awoken"
Shinji:(Whispering) "Hiro............."
Rei:(Concerned) "Do not blame yourself Shinji-kun , the Major has told me that Pilot Takeda chose his actions of free will to save Pilot Sohryu"
Shinji:(Angrily) "If I had just got to Asuka first or destroyed the angel quickly he wouldnt have had to get hurt"
Rei: "Maybe , but If you had gotten to unit 02 first you would be in the coma , and the angel is to powerful to destroy quickly , it had a strong A.T field"
Shinji: "It was his first real battle Rei , I should have been in a coma not him."
Rei: "Then I would be very sad to be away from you"
Shinji: ".........................................."
Rei: "Shinji-kun , you cannot always look after everyone and be there when they need you" "You are one being are you not , that means you have one mind , and one mind means you can only do one thing at a time"
Shinji was on the verge of full throttle anger at himself but he was calmed down by Rei giving him a hug while still lying on the bed that reminded him of his mother. it was so comforting , warm and a sense of 'Do not worry'.
When Shinji had calmed down and nestled into Rei's hug Shinji decided to speak.
Shinji:(Softly) "Thankyou Rei-chan"
Rei:(Assuringly) "Do not worry Shinji-kun"
The two stayed quiet for a while enjoying each others warmth and presence until a question popped in Shinji's head.
Shinji:(Curiously) "Rei-chan"
Rei: "Yes Shinji-kun"
Shinji: "How long have I been in here?"
Rei: "You have been sleeping for 26 hours"
Shinji:(Anxious) "Really , have you been ..........."
Rei:(Blushing) "I came to see you as soon as my medical checks were completed"
Shinji:(Smiling) "Thanks Rei-chan"
Rei:(Confused) "For what Shinji-kun ?"
Shinji:(Happily) "For being by my side"
Rei gave Shinji a warm smile and traded places with Shinji , by nestling herself into him and positioning herself so she was snuggled as close as possible to Shinji on the bed while lying down.
Shinji at first became very uneasy at Rei's new position against himself but soon shrugged it off and enjoyed the closeness , and soon started to fall asleep.
Shinji:(Dozing off) "Rei-chan , when am I allowed to be released ?"
Misato:(Cheerfully) "I can answer that !"
Hearing this new voice and recognising it to be Misato , Shinji quickly became very panicky and sweaty as Misato had chose the wrong time to enter the room.As Misato stood at the foot of his bed with a recognisable Asuka pose and a look of curiosity , Shinji tried to think up something to say but just blushed and Rei just lay there with a look saying 'Something wrong Major ?'.
Shinji:(Sweating) "M...m...misato , um.........................its not what you think"
Misato:(Mock angrily) "Is it now ?"
Shinji:(Sweating) "Well ......um........y..you..see"
Misato(Laughing) "Oh..........Shinji , your too easy"
Shinji:(Confused and rather annoyed) "Huh"
Misato:(Still giggling) "Dont worry , I believe you , this room is monitored anyway and I receive reports so I KNOW EVERYTHING"
Shinji:(Sweatdropping) "Thats mean"
Misato:(Happily) "I know"
Misato then walked over to the bed and sat down on the bed making sure not to squish Rei or Shinji with her rump and patted Shinji on the head.
Misato:(Genuinely concerned) "You OK kiddo ?"
Shinji:(More at ease) "Yeah , im fine"
Misato: "You can leave tonight after Ritsuko runs some tests on you"
Shinji:(Happily) "Great !"
Misato: "I'll give you a ride home too ok Rei ?"
Rei: "That would be appreciated"
A silence filled the room as Misato just stared off while Shinji and Rei embraced each other.Misato spoke again after what seemed like she was thinking of what to say.
Misato:(Sounding official) "You did a good Job , Shinji"
Shinji:(Unconfidently) "Sure , Misato"
Silence......
Misato:(Standing up) "Anyway I'll pick you guys when its time to go"
Shinji: "Ok"
Misato got up from the bed and walked towards the door but was stopped by Shinji's low questioning voice.
Shinji:(Softly) "Misato ....................can I visit Hiro before we go ?"
Misato: "Sure thing , Shinji"
Misato then fully left the room leaving Shinji and Rei to peace and quiet and they both soon fell asleep.
Later that night Shinji was released from the hospital wing after passing Doctor Akagi's tests.Keeping her word , Misato led Shinji and Rei towards Hiro's designated room.
As they arrived and entered the room , Shinji was at first confused to see Hiro battered up and not in the best of conditions but had a weak smile barely noticable on his face.Hiro had severe bruises and pretty scratched up with many bandages all over his body.
The three sat around Hiro and observed him closely all immersed in their thoughts.
Misato: This must be really hard for Shinji , he must still blame himself even though im sure Rei had assured him it wasnt
Shinji: Hiro is really banged up , its all my fault
Shinji then sulked down and became very agitated by his thinking but was once again calmed down Rei who took hold of Shinji's hand and gave a ensuring squeeze.
Rei: "Major , I think it is time to leave"
Misato:(Looking towards Shinji) "OK Rei"
The three then left the hospital room and made their way home in Misato's car but not before dropping off Rei.When they arrived at her apartment Shinji walked Rei up to her apartment to see her off.
Shinji:(Holding Reis hand at Rei's door) "Well..........Goodnight Rei-chan"
Rei: "Goodnight Shinji-kun"
Shinji then reached in and gave Rei a goodnight hug not wanting to push his luck with a kiss.
Shinji: "Thankyou Rei for putting up and helping me , I must be a real pain"
Rei: "You are welcome , is that not what girlfriends are for?"
Shinji smiled as Rei released herself from the hug and made her way into the apartment and said goodnight once again before shutting the door.
After replaying the words 'Is that not girlfriends are for' while still outside Rei's door Shinji made his way back to Misato's car.
Shinji:(Softly) "Im really lucky to have you Rei-chan"
When Shinji reached the car and Misato drove them back to their apartment Misato began a very important conversation.
Misato:(Hesitantly) "Shinji"
Shinji: "Yes Misato"
Misato:(Still unsure) "I have to talk to you about Asuka"
Shinji:(Confused) "Asuka ? , how come ?"
Misato: "Well .........you see since the last angel she gained injuries that would not be able to healed soon"
Shinji:(still confused) "But Rei said she had only minor injuries ?"
Misato: "Yes she does have minor physical injuries that will heal but she also had psycological ones"
Shinji: "Pschological injuries"
Misato: "Yes Shinji , in the last battle her pride , will and personality were badly damaged." "I think she had rather died than be saved by someone let alone Hiro , one of our most newest and inexperienced pilots"
Shinji:(Concerned) "I see"
Misato:(Concerned also) "When you were sleeping , her attitude and personality have worsened and I think she feels like she's losing again to an underdog"
Shinji: "Asuka................"
Misato: "Shinji , you know that I care for you two like you were my own , and I dont want to see you two get hurt so I want you to try not to get caught up in Asuka and her attitude"
Shinji: "Ok"
Misato: "Alot is going on her mind and life and I cant bare her to see her so down and I think she thinks of you as a potential enemy and getting in her way will only get her more depressed and angry"
Shinji: "Dont worry Misato , you can count on me"
Misato: "That will be helpful Shinji , thankyou"
When they arrived at home , Misato said her goodnights , grabbed a beer and went into to her room.Shinji also decided to go to sleep aswell but something forced him to check on Asuka.
Shinji opened the door of Asuka's room and peered in.Asuka was curled up in a ball in her sheets and facing away from the door.
Shinji: Asuka..............
Shinji stayed at the doorway for a while until realizing that he couldn't do anything to help her so he closed the door and left towards his room not knowing that Asuka was awake and had tears silently streaming down her face.
When Shinji went in to his room he was soon fully reminded of Hiro and his current state from all his possessions in the room.It was then that Shinji knew he wouldn't be able to get a good nights sleep with his friends Asuka and Hiro in his mind , even though Asuka may not count Shinji as a friend.
The next morning Shinji woke up very very very slowly from the lack of sleep and energy of not getting much sleep as his mind kept reminding him of Asuka and Hiro , and to make it worse his mind kept replaying the last battle over and over again.Shinji could almost swear that he was able to relive the pain of the battle in his mind.
As Shinji pushed out his thoughts and tiredness he wobbled over to the bathroom.Shinji took a brief shower and replaced his bandages around his body with clean fresh ones.
Soon enough Shinji was in the kitchen cooking breakfast and lunches as usual.As soon he was finished and was placing the dishes on the table a sleepy headed and mesilly dressed up Misato in her work clothes came out of her room.
Misato:(Yawning) "Morning"
Shinji: "Good morning"
Misato: "Sorry I cant stay for breakfast Shinji-kun , I got to go to work early"
Shinji: "Oh ok"
Misato: "I have lots of paper work from the last attack damages"
Shinji:(Apologetically) "Im sorry"
Misato:(assuringly) "Hey its not your fault , at least ya killed the damn thing"
Shinji: "Yeah I guess"
Misato: "Anyway im late , I'll seeya when I get home kay ? , seeya"
Misato left the apartment leaving Shinji to eat his breakfast in peace until he was joined by a already dressed Asuka who joined him at the table.
Shinji:(Hesiatantly) "Um...............good morning"
Asuka: "................................."
Shinji: She doesnt seem like shes changed , she still doesnt care about me as usual
Asuka just sat at the table eating her breakfast while Shinji tried to think up something to start a conversation but came up with nothing.So they ate in silence until he came up with a question that he needed to ask.
Shinji: "Asuka.......do you want to walk together to school today"
Silence...................................
Asuka:(Barely louder than a whisper) "No"
Shinji:(Confused) "Excuse me ?"
Asuka:(Yelling and standing up) "I said NO THIRD CHILD !!! , I know what youre trying to do and I dont need your sympathy." "Misato talked to you about me right , I should of known , just leave me alone baka"
Shinji:(Dazed from the yelling) "What ?"
Asuka:(Shouting) "JUST LEAVE ME ALONE !!!!"
With that said Asuka left the table and left the apartment full of anger , while Shinji sat on his chair thinking what he did wrong.
Shinji: I was asking if she wanted me to accompany her or if she wanted space
She gets angry real easy now , I better steer clear , maybe Hikari can help her ?
After finishing his breakfast Shinji cleared the table , left some food for penpen and and left for school with his and Asuka's lunches.
At school most of his classmates were already there including Rei and his friends but no Asuka or Hikari.Seeing Shinji's arrival Rei acknowledged him but turning her gaze to him and smiling.Shinji made his way to the desk beside Rei's and sat down beside her.
Shinji:(Happily) "Good morning Rei-chan"
Rei: "Good morning Shinji-kun are you feeling better?"
Shinji:(Grabbing his shoulder) "Yeah I guess , but my body still aches"
Rei: "They should subside in a few days"
Shinji: "It would be good to able to move at my original way once again"
Rei just smiled back at him.
As the two conversed Kensuke and Touji realized Shinji had arrived in the classroom and chosen to see his girlfriend friend first instead of them so they made their way to the pair.
Touji:(Mockingly) "Hey Shinji , how are the lovebirds today ?"
Shinji: "Oh cut it out Touji , but were fine"
Kensuke: "Must of been a wild fight on saturday , theres a massive dent in one of the mountains surrounding Tokyo-3"
Hearing the words about the last angel brought back the memories he tried to forget this morning which made him wince from the pain his ribs were giving him.Shinji automatically grabbed his ribs to try and stop the pain.
Shinji:(Cringing) "Owwwwwwwwwww"
Touji:(Worried) "Shinji , you alright ?"
Shinji: "Yeah im fine , I just got banged up from the last battle"
Kensuke:(Looking over at Rei) "I see Ayanami's got some injuries too"
Shinji: "Yeah"
Kensuke: "How bout Hiro , where is he?"
Shinji:(Lying) "Um.......hes got synch tests"
Kensuke: "I see"
Touji: "Man I hope you absolutely kicked the angels ass"
Kensuke: "Yeah tell me about it"
Shinji: "Um................" Thanks for caring about the pilots
The two stooges kept asking questions about everything you could ask about the last battle , even thought Shinji tried to tune them out and just nod Shinji became distraught once again at his friends selfishness.But before Shinji was going to do something stupid Rei stepped in.
Rei: "Suzahara , Aida I would ask you to stop enquiring about the last battle to my Shinji as the battle was tragic and a painful memory to remember"
Touji and Kensuke: "Huh"
Luckily for Shinji , Rei had helped him once again from attacking his friends for making him remember once again.
Touji: "MY"
Kensuke: "SHINJI"
Touji and Kensuke were fixated on those two words to take the last part of Rei's sentence in depth but just gave Shinji the look which only meant one thing to them.Shinji just sat and blushed under their grins as usual as he knew that he wouldnt hear the last of it but was still happy at Rei's new openness.
Shinji:(Rather annoyed) "Guys drop it please"
Touji:(Not convincingly) "Fine fine we will"
Kensuke:(Mockingly) "Yeah we'll leave Ayanami's Shinji alone"
The two stooges burst out in laughter and once again Shinji blushed and got angry at them , and the thought of crushing his friends houses flashed in his mind more than enough times to do it.
Touji: "Nah , we'll stop bugging ya"
Kensuke: "For real"
Shinji: "Thanks"
Kensuke: "All we need to know is that you killed the angel , and we've basically already know the answer since were all here"
Touji: "Yup , I hope you really kicked the angels ass"
Shinji: "Y...yeah"
Touji then winded his arm back and gave Shinji a friendly slap on the shoulder , which in turn caused Shinji to yelp in pain and fall off his chair grimacing.
Seeing this new action from Shinji to just a little slap his friends at first looked on in confusion then worry.
Touji:(Rubbing the back of his head) "I guess im really strong huh ? "
Shinji: "Oww........................."
Rei: "Suzahara , please refrain from hurting Shinji as he had received injuries from the last battle."
Touji:(Apologizing) "Oh......so sorry dude , I didnt know"
Shinji:(Stuttering in pain) "N.....no.......worries..."
As Shinji was helped up to his chair very carefully by his two friends , Rei immediately came to his aid to nurse Shinji.
Rei: "Shinji are you alright"
Shinji: "Yeah im alright ........... hurts abit though , Rei can you get me some heat patches from my bag , I brought some with me"
Rei then began rummaging throught Shinji's bag and found the patches.She then began to unbutton his shirt and putting the patches around his torso.As the class watched the whole situation at first they were shocked at Shinji's injuries and how bad they look , but they soon became happy for the two , at how much affection and trust they have for one another , from being the two most shyest and unsociable lot to a lovely couple.
Seeing as they were not needed and wanted to give Shinji and Rei space , Kensuke and Touji left the group and headed for their desks.
Touji: "We'll leave you two lovebirds alone"
Kensuke: "Right on"
Hearing the statement and the watchful eyes of the class made Shinji blush at the attention him and Rei were receiving but soon forgot about it as he turned his gaze back onto Rei and became happy from just being Rei's boyfriend.
When Rei had finished bandaging Shinji up she helped him out his shirt back on just in time as the teachers arrived in the classroom and the students dispersed to their seats.
The class found at something was wrong when the class reps commanding voice wasnt heard as usual to start the day off.
Sensei:(Confused) "Does anyone know where Miss Horaki is ?"
The class then uproared into gossip and chatting as Hikari was never late to class and she always sent the teacher a note if she was sick but this time the class was worried in a way.
Sensei: "Seeing as no-one knows of her whereabouts Miss Nakamura can you talk the role for today"
Naomi:(Nervously) "Yes Sensei"
The vice class rep stood up in her seat and was about to begin the courtesy routine when a exhausted and rather angry looking Hikari slid open the door and scoot over to her desk.
Hikari:(Puffing) "Sensei , Im sorry for being late , I had some trouble at my household this morning"
Sensei: "Very well Miss Horaki , you are excused , please start the day so I can begin the day's lessons."
Hikari:(Still out of breath) "Yes Sir , Rise bow Sit down"
As the class sat back down Shinji noted that the class rep looked like she had run the whole way from her house from the state of her uniform and hair.When Hikari realized she was being watched by the class at her untidiness , she quickly fixed herself up at the amusement of the class.
The teacher started the rambling as usual and everyone dropped dead asleep 5 minutes into his lecture besides Hikari offcourse being the classrep , she had to show a good example.But on this particular day She looked like she was thinking about something else.
Just before Shinji himself fell asleep he glanced around the room in every desk and found that Asuka wasnt in the classroom.
Shinji: Wheres Asuka? I hope shes alrighttttttttttttttttttttt
Shinji's mind had become clouded and he had finally fallen asleep.
A couple of boring hours later a painful ringing woke the class of 2A from their dream wonderlands.When the class became aware it was the lunch bell that rung the students quickly escaped from the room towards the cafeteria or somewhere outside in the hot sun.The three stooges plus Rei left the classroom and made their way outside until Touji went off into another direction.
Kensuke: "Hey Touji where ya going ?"
Touji: "Oh I just got to check something , go on without me and ill find you guys later."
Shinji: "Ok"
Touji: 'Laters"
Touji then left the group in the direction of the cafeteria to find Hikari as Kensuke , Shinji and Rei find a nice spot under a tree to have their lunch.
Kensuke: "Good ol' lunch , eh Shinji"
Shinji: "Yeah , its good to be out of the class , it was so boring"
Kensuke:(Mockingly) "Yeah , I see that the lovebirds are sharing a lunch"
Shinji:(annoyed) "For gods sake Kensuke , will you cut it out , I mean im not the one in this school whose got a girlfriend"
Kensuke: "Yeah , but its fun to tease you"
Shinji:(Sighs)
As the three enjoyed their lunches back in the school building in the cafeteria Touji manages to find Hikari.
Touji: "Hey Hikari"
Hikari: "Hi Touji"
Touji:(Concerned) "You okay , you dont seem like yourself"
Hikari:(Lying) "No im fine"
Touji: "Please tell me its not something I did"
Hikari: "No no , its not you"
Touji: "Then whats wrong , its a boyfriends duty to make sure his girlfriend is always happy right , you can tell me"
Hikari: "Well the reason I was late this morning is that I was going to meet Asuka early this morning at my house but when she didnt show up I went to her apartment and I still couldnt find her." "When I realized the time I had to run as fast as I could to school but im still worried about her since she isnt at school either"
Touji: "I see"
Hikari: "I was going to ask Shinji after lunch so here I am now"
Touji: "If you want you come and eat with us and you can ask Shinji at the same time while eating lunch with me , since you got no eating partner"
Hikari:(Happily and relieved) "That would be great"
Touji: "Its the least I could do since we didnt get to have a good first date , stupid angel"
Hikari:(Blushing) "Yeah but the shelter wasnt so bad"
Touji:(Blushing also) "Yeah"
The two blushed hard as they had a very clear flashback about when they hugged and huddled in the corner with Touji trying to cover Hikari as much as possible since the shelter was shaking from the battle that was going on.
After the two teens stopped their flashback and finished blushing Touji took Hikari's hand and led her towards his friends.
When Hikari and Touji arrived at the group Shinji and Kensuke both had a evil grin for Touji as they saw what his hand was holding.Touji did his best to ignore them and prepared a nice spot for Hikari to sit then sat down himself.
Hikari:(Cheerfully) "Hi guys"
Shinji and Kensuke: "Hey class rep"
Touji:(Waving his hand in the air) "Hikari is gonna join us for lunch alright , objections answer to my fist"
That made Hikari turn a very vibrant shade of red and it made Shinji and Kensuke smile at the couple.
The group then began to resume eating lunch.Throught the eating mild chit chat flew around as the friends conversed and it was not until near the end of lunch that Hikari spoke up about Asuka as she was enjoying herself.
Hikari:(Softly) "Shinji"
Shinji: "Yup"
Hikari: "Do you know where Asuka is , she was meant to meet met this morning but she didnt show up ,I looked at your apartment and she wasnt there and she isnt even in school , im really worried about her"
Shinji:(Hesitating) "Well.................um dont really know but"
Hikari: "but ?"
Shinji:(Lost for words) "Um..........."
Rei:(Helping Shinji with words) "You best tell them Shinji-kun , they are your friends and the will soon notice anyway"
Shinji: "Your right Rei-chan , ok but its a long story"
Hikari , Touji and Kensuke: "We have time"
Shinji: "Well.......for starters , this morning Asuka blew up in my face for just asking her If she wants me to walk with her to school." "She got all angry and left the apartment , so that explains why I dont know where she is"
Kensuke: "That sounds normal to me"
Hikari: "Asuka normally blows up at people , but she must be really angry about something to make her forget about meeting me , she would normally tell me about it"
Shinji: "Yeah , well I think shes really angry at everything"
Touji: "At everything ?"
Shinji: "Yeah , like depressed" " In the last angel battle she got beaten bad by the angel , and when it was going to finish her off Hiro stepped in and helped her"
Kensuke: "That doesnt sound to bad , at least she was saved by Hiro"
Shinji: "This Asuka where talking about her , Misato said that not only did she get physical wounds but physicological ones aswell like her pride"
Hikari: "Her pride ?"
Shinji: "Yeah , you all know Asuka has alot of pride in herself." "When the angel bet her down it hurt it and to make it worse she was saved by the most unexperienced pilot of the team"
Hikari: "I see"
Shinji: "Misato thinks she would have rather died than be helped , and now since she was her pride is badly damaged and Misato thinks shes in depression." "Asuka's angry at everything and everyone even herself"
Shinji: "And thats the story"
Hikari: "Poor Asuka"
Kensuke: "Bummer"
Touji: "You said it"
The group were reflecting silently and didnt realize Shinji as he had gotten real angry at himself as he retold the story and was clenching and unclenching his fist.His clenching was stopped as Rei put her own hand in Shinji's palm and smiled which calmed Shinji down.The group stayed silent for a while until Hikari spoke up.
Hikari: "Hows Hiro taking this"
Shinji:(Sadly) "He hasnt doesnt know ................. hes in a coma"
Touji:(Surprised) "What !!!"
Hikari: "Poor Hiro"
Kensuke: "You said he had a test today"
Shinji: "Sorry I lied , we didnt want to worry you and its kinda confidential"
Hikari: "By any chance does it have to do with saving Asuka"
Shinji: "Yeah , when the angel was delivering its final strike I ran towards Asuka to help her but Hiro bet me to it , he grabbed Unit 02 and flung it aside talking the full blow of the attack instead of Asuka"
Group Shock of silence ............
Hikari: "I think it maybe my fault Hiro is hurt"
Shinji , Touji and Kensuke: "How ?"
Hikari:(Starting to cry) "Well I was talking to him a couple of days ago and we talked about Asuka and it seemed like he wanted to find out more about Asuka because he likes her and I said something like "youll probably have to save her life or something a rather""
Touji:(Holding Hikari reassuringly) "Its not your fault"
Shinji: "Yeah it cant be your fault ,it was just unlucky that Hiro got hurt.It could of been either Asuka or hiro and maybe me"
Kensuke:(Cheerfully) "Cheer up Hikari"
Rei: "Pilot Takeda seemed determined to do it as I was told he burst out of bindings just to get to her"
Shinji: "He must really like Asuka"
Hikari:(Sigh) "Yeah......."
Touji just held Hikari and tried to calm her down , and the others stayed quiet as they felt it wasnt the best of times for conversation of any kind besides the silent type.
At the same time in the other side of the Tokyo-3 Asuka was aimlessly walking around as she had been doing ever since she left the apartment this morning.
Asuka: Now I know ive stooped and been degraded so low when the invincible baka hentai Shinji is giving me sympathy , sooner or later wondergirl will start giving me some to.
I dont need they're lameass symphathy
But why did I get beaten again , im the most elite pilot of them all , ive graduated college and spent my whole liffe training for gods sake and I needed to be helped by the most inexperienced rookie of them all
Why did HE have to save me , I would have rather died , I would of welcomed my end from this sorry planet im meant to protect
Now hes in a coma , the stupid baka
I got to stay strong and act normally , I cant show im weak , I never have and I never will
Asuka then sat down on a nearby bench to give her sore feet and ankles a rest.
Asuka: "Im hungry"
End of Chapter 5 , chapter 6 coming soon
A/N
I hope chapter 6 will be out soon , I got other stories in my head at the mo so please bare with.Ofcoarse r and r always helps and thanks for the reviews.
For anyone who is wondering a heat patch is a thing I made up or it may be real but it is used to apply heat to aching muscles to help it calm like deep heat.
Also I just want you to know that Kaji is STILL alive , I repeat he aint dead like in the original series.I havent actually made it clear yet but I will soon.He was meant to kidnap the vice commander but in my fic because of the new happenings they went straight to Gendo.
Also Also , I might change my dialogue style to novel because this way I now realize is much harder than I thought so please keep the change in mind.
Anyway Cheers
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