Rurouni Kenshin

Eyes on Me

Chapter 11 ~ Beginning of Disaster

By: C-Chan

Disclaimer: As I have said before, if I claim Rurouni Kenshin is mine, Watsuki-sama will thwap me with a bokken.  Therefore, RK is not mine in any way, shape or form. *nods*

Warnings: College Parties, Enishi sighting, and mentions of violence, just a TINY bit.

Notes: Remember that story I mentioned I got an idea for?  I'm holding off on it until I complete this one.  School starts today (Well, in a few hours…it's only 12:06 in the morning right now…) so the updates aren't going to be as frequent.  I do promise at least two a week.  And this time I will keep the promise, unlike some of my other stories. 

ONTO THE STORY, MON CAPITAN!

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            Kenshin smiled and closed his eyes, going back to sleep.  Kaoru followed soon after, a single train of thought running through her mind.  I promise to keep the demons away from you, Kenshin.

.……

"A party?" Kaoru repeated, raising an eyebrow.

"Yeah, it's being held at Joe's house." Tae replied, pushing a stray piece of hair behind her ear.

"Joe?  But I don't know him that well…" Kaoru said, reclining back against her chair.

            Tae was in her Sociology class and one of the few friends she had a college.  She was only a year older, and was going to the college for business, to learn management and other needed things when she took over her parents' restaurant, The Akabeko.

"Don't worry.  It's an open invitation.  He said that I could bring anyone I'd like."

"I don't know, Tae…" Kaoru said uncertainly.  She was never really one for college parties like this one, because they usually involved drinking; something she never did.  The last time she did she nearly made an ass of herself.

"You can bring a friend if you like," Tae continued, smiling.  "What about that nice young man you were telling me about?"
"Kenshin?" Kaoru asked.  Did Kenshin even like parties?

"Yes, yes…I'm sure he'd love to go!  Everyone loves parties!" Tae said happily.

"I don't like parties," Kaoru mumbled to herself.  "I'll tell you what; if Kenshin goes, I'll go, okay?"
"Sounds good to me!" Tae chirped.

"Party?" Kenshin said, holding the sheet in his hand.

"Yeah, a friend of mine at college invited me to a party this Saturday, and said that I could bring someone…" Kaoru explained shyly.  "I thought maybe you'd like to come."

"Hmm…sounds like fun." Kenshin murmured, going back to folding the laundry.

            Kaoru raised an eyebrow and grabbed a sheet too, folding it.  "You mean…you'd like to come?"
"Why not?  I have nothing to do this weekend, and it should be fun, right?" Kenshin said, turning a smile on Kaoru.  Kaoru smiled back and nodded.  "Of course it will."

^_^

            And so, Saturday night found Kaoru and Kenshin walking up the long walkway to Joe's house…or better yet, mansion.  The raven-haired girl blinked at the sight, then turned to Kenshin, smiling.  "This is going to be fun!"

            Kenshin smiled and nodded, then suddenly grabbed Kaoru's hand.  The girl blushed for a moment before giggling and moving a bit closer to him.

            When they got to the door, Joe was already there to meet them.  "Hey Kaoru!  I guess Tae told ya about the party, eh?"

"Yeah, thanks for letting us come!" Kaoru chirped, giving a friendly smile.
"Who's your friend?" Joe asked, turning his smile on Kenshin.
"Joe, this is Kenshin Himura." Kaoru said, motioning to him with her free hand.  Joe extended his hand and the two men shook, still smiling.  "It's nice to meet you, Joe."
"Same here, Kenshin.  Well, come on in!  Booze is in the back, and third level is off limits."

"Thanks." The couple mumbled before heading into the house.

            It was packed.  People were everywhere dancing, drinking, and having a damn good time.  Kenshin and Kaoru found a couch and quickly took it, huddling close together.  "Are all these people from your college?" Kenshin asked.
"Most of them." Kaoru replied, watching a couple grind against each other in the corner.  She turned to Kenshin.  "Do you dance?"
            Kenshin turned to stare at her, raising an eyebrow.  Kaoru giggled at him, then elbowed him lightly in the ribs.  "You know, dancing.  When two people get up and move to the music together.  Would you like the dictionary's definition as well?" She joked.

"I don't know how to dance." Kenshin replied sheepishly, rubbing the back of his head.

            Kaoru raised both eyebrows at him, slightly surprised.  Then she giggled again and stood up, pulling him with her.  "Ah, Kaoru what are you doing?"
"Teaching you to dance!" She chirped, pulling him away from the couch.

            The song changed to a slower song; perfect to learn to dance to.  Kaoru found a perfect spot in the living room where not many people were, and stopped, smiling up at a slightly blushing Kenshin.  "K-Kaoru, I don't know about this…."

"It's a slow song." She replied, grabbing his hands and putting them on her hip.  She then gently rested her hands on his shoulders and moved closer until there was barely any air left between them.  "Just sway to the music, okay?"

            Kenshin swallowed hard, but did as she said.  Kaoru giggled at the slightly-scared look on his face and rested her head on his shoulder, her face turned into his neck.  "You've got it!" She said happily.

            Kenshin chuckled and leaned his head against hers, a huge smile on his face. 

            Across the room, a certain white-haired young man watched the scene, a long-forgotten hatred seeping back into his skin.  He clenched his fist tightly around the bottle of beer he was holding, his knuckles turning bright white.

"Hey, Enish', what's wrong?" A friend—Matthew—asked besides him; it was surprising he noticed ANYTHING was wrong, considering how drunk he was.

"Nothing." Enishi spat, downing the rest of his beer and slamming the bottle on the nearby coffee table.

            He took one last look at the couple before stomping away, heading straight for the front door.  He happened to catch the eyes of the red-head and raven-haired girl, then gave them his most hatful glare before he disappeared out the front door.

           Kaoru could feel Kenshin's body tense under her hands, and finally it clicked.  THAT'S why he seemed so familiar!  He was Tomoe's brother…oh Kenshin…She looked up into the wide amethyst eyes and tried to smile.  "You okay?"
            Kenshin closed his eyes tightly before forcing a smile.  He opened his eyes and looked back down at Kaoru.  "Yes, I'm fine."

"That was Enishi, wasn't it?" She asked, just to be sure.  If he was, she was going to remain FAR away from him.

            Kenshin slowly nodded, then unconsciously pulled Kaoru closer, cradling her body against his.  Kaoru gave into the touch, once again resting her head against his shoulder.  One of her hands moved up to stroke his cheek.  "Are you sure you're okay?  If you want, we can leave—"

"No." Kenshin interrupted, leaning into her touch.  "I'm fine Kaoru.  Let's just have fun, okay?"

            Kaoru sighed and nodded against his shoulder.

O_O

"He's here?"

"Yes, I want him taken care of."
"But that girl is with him.  Won't that complicate things?"
"No.  Wait until he is alone.  I want this done as quickly as possible."

"And the girl?  What if we can't get him alone?"
"She is only his sheath.  She is NOT a problem.  Now get to work."

"Right."

X_X

            Kaoru giggled at Kenshin's attempt at dancing, placing a hand on his shoulder to stop him.  "I think you need to take a break." She yelled over the music.

            Kenshin chuckled and nodded, and the two relocated to the couch they were sitting on earlier.  Kaoru fanned her hot face, turning a bright smile towards Kenshin.  "Are you having fun?"
"The most I've had in a while." Kenshin replied, wiping some sweat from his forehead.

            Kaoru stood up.  "I'm going to get a drink, do you want anything?"
"No thanks." He replied, standing up as well.

            Kaoru giggled and bounced off to find a drink, while Kenshin headed towards the downstairs bathroom.  Doubly hoping he didn't walk in on anyone wanting any "privacy", he knocked a few times.  Satisfied no one was inside, he stepped in and flipped on the light, heading towards the sink.

            He leaned over and ran the cold water, cupping it in his hands and splashing it on his face.  He was unaware of the door closing or the looming figure standing behind him, slowly reaching for the lock.

            As for the party, no one heard the struggle inside the bathroom over the loud music.

Notes:  *Gasp* Could this be the bombshell?  Wait…I should know that shouldn't I.  Ahem, anyway this is just the beginning of a major plot twist!  I hope no one gets angry at this little cliffhanger, but I just couldn't think of any more to read!

Thank you to all the reviewers!  You're way too kind!