Warmth
Chapter Six
Disclaimer: I don't own Shaman King
Yoh's POV
At first, I wondered what she was doing; did she plan to kill me? Did she want to add more training or anything else as long as it was negative… which is totally contrary to my optimistic outlook in life? However, what happened was already out of that. It was positive but no, not at all did I expect that to happen. This was like a dream; I learned new words and alongside that, my deepest desire came true…
She edged near my ear and whispered these words, "Well, even though you are one hell of a baka, I still seem to –" she paused probably not used to saying such things but still continued, "love you too…"
My heart was pounding so quickly then and as if out of instinct I took her in my arms and bent down.
Well, any person would know what I did. I kissed her of course. I never thought she would return it – even if I poured my soul into it but she did… and that… that makes me so happy.
Hugging her tightly, I felt that she no longer felt cold – or rather, if she did I would do anything for her not to be cold. I would always keep her warm and safe in my arms. She is Anna Kyouyama, my queen… for I am the Shaman King. I promised her I would give her an easy life and I will even if it is the last thing I do and even if she doesn't know this, I pledge that she will be the one I love forever more and I would fight for her even if the whole world was against me. I love her; I love Anna Kyouyama.
In these few moments, all the missing pieces in my life were beginning to come together and form a perfect picture.
Finally, we broke apart, me, somewhat panting for breath. I looked at her with happy eyes thinking how fortunate I am, that even if I was the laziest of all the lazy bums in the world… I get someone like Anna.
I finally was able to say something… with my lazy voice I told her, "If this is what it means to be a baka… I love it…" I murmured with a laugh.
She stayed silent and I was quite used to that but I still somewhat pestered her.
"Are you sure you don't have anything in particular you want for Christmas?" I asked her.
She shook her head, "Anyway, I believe I already got what I wanted."
Hearing those words, I blushed, "Ah… I see but any material thing you want?"
She arched an eyebrow, "Are you really pestering me?"
I shook my head rapidly; the only thing missing probably was it to fall off, "I really just want to know."
"Well, I really don't know… I haven't begun Christmas shopping yet, remember?" she looked at me with her piercing gaze.
"Ah… you're right…" I scratched my chin, "Well, if there's anything you want, tell me."
She gave another smirk – which freakily resembles one of Ren's… "You don't have to tell me that."
I smiled even if I knew what she meant… and what my wallet would be – empty. Yes… no matter what, Anna will be Anna…
I put my arms on her shoulder, "Everything turned out alright, ne Anna?"
She nodded but then said, "But, when that loud-mouth Ainu comes back… you know what I'll do to him right?"
I nodded and in my mind pitied Horo Horo. Then I pitied myself when Anna continued…
"Then you should remember all your added training…" Anna noted looking at the grandfather's clock that hung on the walls of our soon-to-be onsen, "Your training will begin at 5 o'clock in the morning tomorrow… be sure to eat first."
I nodded but then pleaded, "Can't my training be any less than that?"
She shook her head firmly, "A deal's a deal… You seemed quite happy about them a while ago…" she commented.
"But, I get too lazy to wake up that early in the morning!" I whined like a child.
Oblivious to my surroundings, Anna suddenly stepped on my foot is this de ja vu of a certain memory? Yes, it is, "Anna… ah… your foot…"
Not paying attention to what I was saying, she stepped on it harder. This really reminds me of that time long before… when I was first set to engage with her – the first time I cried around her. What wonderful memories indeed… it makes me so he, he, pathetic at the memories.
I raised my hands in defeat, "Okay, okay, I'll do it!"
"Ten added laps…" she said as she took her foot off.
I sighed then nodded, "What about the Christmas shopping?"
"We can do that this weekend…" Anna told me.
I nodded then laid my head lazily on her shoulder, "Aishiteru…" I murmured to her planning to take a short nap.
"Aishiteru…" she replied laying her head on top of mine to have a short nap as well… but heck, who can sleep in that kind of position!?
We both separated and I gestured for Anna to sleep on my lap and she did.
"Ne, Yoh…" she asked softly; very un-Anna-like but still I knew, she is Anna.
"What is it?" I told her.
"I want… to…" she now said the last part in a softer voice, "I mean can we… get married on Christmas time?"
I smiled then nodded, "Anything for you…"
I only knew how true those words were, anything for Anna - anything at all… even if she wished for the moon I'll get it or something non-existent, I'll create it… anything for Anna…
After that, she fell asleep almost immediately… and I watched her, my angel, my love and my greatest fear all in one package! I'm surely a lucky man. I prepared to sleep too when…
"Yoh-dono…! How is Anna –"
I shook my hand to tell Amidamaru not to make anymore noises for Anna was know alright, and probably needed some sleep, "She's fine Amidamaru…" I said in a soft voice.
"I better leave you guys…" and with that, Amidamaru exited their living room again now reassured that Anna was safe. He probably went out to have fun with Mosuke and Bason.
I stroked Anna's blonde hair with a goofy grin then stopped to get some sleep. I then felt Anna snuggle closer to him and because of this; I bent down a little then kissed her on the forehead, "Merry Christmas..."
I fingered her face but then stopped in fear that she would stir, I then laid my head comfortably and prepared to go to sleep.
I closed my eyes but Anna's image vividly remained.
My arms found their way to hug her again, making sure she was warm and safe…
And yes, when the warmth of hot chocolate is not enough, you can feel warm with the one you love…
I love you Anna; I love you more than you can ever imagine… but maybe, I also can't imagine how you love me… but I am content… content in knowing you love me too – that I am special to you, that I am in your life. Anna, you may scare me sometimes but… I really do love you… and maybe that's what scares me, however, my love will always prevail. You are the best Christmas gift I have gotten my whole life even if I didn't met you in Christmas time… because even in every day of the year you become more and more special to me.
I will give you warmth forever more… just as long as you need it…
I love you… Anna.
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As the two lovers slumbered, two half-drunk mugs of hot chocolate remain being blown by the cold yet warm wind of Christmas. ^^
Owari…?
Takari-san: Thank you Ashly, Lazuli-neko (Nic), the song 3 Primary Colors and Omokage, Omoikane (our computer), the Shaman King Specials (and many other things for making me be able to finish this piece of work)
Of course, you reader/reviewer ^^
Blame the following for my cramming on this chapter and probably the whole series:
The game Disgaea, our PS2, C3 CON (the anime con), Blitzball in FF10, the internet, school projects and Christmas shopping
Shameless Plug: --;; If you have time, check out the Second Saga of Warmth: Reminiscence (Horo/Tamao)
