A sequel to the series, different and alternate versions (pairings, situations, and such) [First Story written by me] I changed format so it is a bit easier to read, a bunch of words clumped together is a bit troublesome to the eyes, you know.

Good luck to my first fanfic story! Ganbarimasu! Critiques and reviews are appreciated. Thanks for reading. Not really implying anything.. but I guess the story is not very intriguing so far. But, I am working on it! The plot will thicken eventually! My previous chapter was quite strange. Please remember that I am a novice writer.

Warning: Spoiler ALERT! If you are scared of ruining the story on my behalf, I am sorry! Rated for possible cursing, violence, and sensuality. Raised the Rating to R since I might add some gore and lemon in later chapters or something. I think there will be more excessive language misuse as well.

This Chapter's Rating Level is like a PG-13.

Disclaimer: The characters are not owned by me but by Natsuki Takaya. Too bad for me. Oh yes, a few lines are possibly "borrowed" by me from the story.

The characters are likely NOT to act the way they do in my story. (OOC- ness?)

Pairings will be most likely Hatsuharu X Tohru and Kyo X Tohru. Fluff among the other guys of the juunishi. Who knows? If you think my spellings are a bit queer my bad. I need more reviews, if you please. Well, I shouldn't demand them since my Fanfic is truly kind of boring. But, please do say something!

Translations of Japanese will appear at the bottom of Each Chapter now.

"~" Conversation. '~' Thoughts.

- - - - - - To the Story!

Chapter Four: The Growing Love?

~~~~~ Last scene from previous episode~~~~~

"Yatta! Fureei! (4.)" happily screamed the rabbit who ran into the kitchen.

"Please join us for dinner Hatori-san and Shigure-san," Tohru said. Very soon after, the four juunishi (5.) were sitting together once again.

~~~~ Back to story~~~~~

Happily, everyone chatted together while eating their portions of the delicious yakisoba. Even though it was close to Christmas time and time worth celebrating with friends, the family ate together. Everyone except, Akito, who had recently died; Ayame, traveling around the world doing business trips on selling his wonderful clothes products for men; Hiro and Kisa, busy studying for exams for High School but they would visit for Christmas and New Year's; Rin, who left for America getting a few college degrees; Ritsu, who decided to go to Europe and learn some etiquette and manners; and lastly Yuki, since he was still traveling back and forth from Japan to United States, pursuing his political positions and earning educational degrees.
It was still just as rowdy to have the five Sohmas around. Without Yuki around, Shigure installed a bunk so that Momiji and Haru could have a decent place to stay. For the rest of the next couple months as well, Hatori would be staying at the Shigure residence. Of course, each new member had to chip in some extra shopping and grocery money and some rent for the house; it had been insisted by Shigure since the more people would cause more stress on Tohru. Everyone agreed.
After dinner, it had been decided that Tohru and Kyo were allowed to clean the dishes and have the evening priorities first. Tohru smiled happily to Kyo, immediately he turned away and blushed. Kyo had started to fall in love with her if not liked her very dearly. Although, Tohru just very considerate and thoughtful, she was rather oblivious toward the "love" growing between her relationships with the remaining Sohmas. But buried deep in her heart, she had developed a slight crush on Kyo. He had certainly calmed down from his extreme temper tantrums and actually used reasoning rather than fighting from the first year spent with him. He had grown more handsome, same hairstyle but was growing stronger and wiser.

As they were busily cleaning dishes, Tohru began a conversation of how school was going for Kyo. Kyo immediately sensed a bit of tension and anxiety, so he relieved her of the worries of stress and joked around of how it was much like High School and started to give tips to her. "Yeah, college isn't hard one bit. You only need to go to class for around 4-6 hours a day, less than regularly. For the rest of the day it is really free to studies. There aren't many pop-quizzes if not any at all. The only major tests are held at the end of the year," Kyo explained. Then, he had a sudden reality check. 'Doh, that was not very intelligent. Sheesh, why am I so reckless, dear lord. I don't need to explain the obvious.' Although Tohru was always a bit "out-of-it", she noticed the tension which Kyo had built up as he immediately stopped his explanation. "Kyo-kun, er Kyo. What's the matter? Are you alright?" she asked. "Nothing is wrong," Kyo replied as his cheeks began to glow bright red as he turned his head to face her. Without knowing that her own head was so close to Kyo's at that moment as he turned around, their face were swung centimeters away from each other. Kyo blushed even more, and Tohru started to as well. Kyo said to himself, 'Ah what the heck, this may be my only chance.' But before he could land his lips on her gracefully, Tohru tripped on some soap lying on the floor and she toppled over, perfectly, landing her lips on top of Kyo's. They stayed on the floor, Tohru on top of Kyo, for a brief moment when Tohru was about to get up and apologize. But, Kyo took the opportunity and held her there. Their kiss was not quite the greatest, but passionate enough that Tohru became slightly interested. Kyo continued to kiss her until they soon ran out of breath. Both panted outwardly as they regained air and true conscience of what they were doing. 'Crap! Why do I think I was 'good' enough to kiss her?' Damn it, I must use my-' Before Kyo could continue criticizing himself, Tohru said, "Thank you Kyo." It had been most unexpected for such an innocent girl to be so polite at even such a rough manner. Suddenly after her approval of the kiss, Haru walked in. Kyo thought, 'Damn cow, why does he always have to come in at the 'wrong' moment?' "Oi, why are you guys taking so long on the dishes, need some help?" the cow asked. "Eek! So sorry Haru-kun! I'm on it right now!" Tohru exclaimed running back to the dishes with a slight blush she had accumulated after the kiss. 'I know I can't think out in the gutter, but that was a wonderful first kiss. Maybe my heart shall belong to Kyo one day. We shall see.' Kyo walked up beside her and smiled handsomely toward her and continued to work along the side of her. 'God, I might be still in the gutter or something, but Kyo is quite handsome. Hopefully Kagura has seriously stopped her hopes with him, I might get a chance.' Tohru thought to herself. 'Goodness, since when did I think such horrid things! Oh well. Being an adolescent has its funny ways in life I suppose. I must stop rambling to myself, must talk to Kyo.' Haru was still in the kitchen but he was fetching a carton of juice to drink. 'Well, it could be too conspicuous if I talk directly to Kyo after that terrific kiss so let's see.' "Hey, Haru-kun?" Tohru asked the cow. "If you want, you can get the shower first. I think Kyo and I will still need to finish up these dishes for a bit. Go ahead first. It will save time." "Alright, Miss." Haru simply replied as he started to walk away. "Oh yes! Please add your laundry to one of the blue baskets in the bathroom!" Tohru yelled after him. "I think he knows, plus you don't have to yell right into my ear," Kyo said as he massaged his poor ear. "Eek! Sorry Kyo." As she dropped the dishes back into the sink and ran to Kyo who found his way to a chair in the kitchen. She helped Kyo massage his ear, he stared at her for a while at first before he knew what he was doing and immediately turned away. "I know it isn't my place to say, but are you still waiting for Kagura-san?" Tohru asked gently. Kyo, quite surprised but interested seeing that he might have a chance with Tohru, said, "I really never liked in that fashion, she was always a good friend but a violent one." He then had a flashback of the times with Kagura. "I must say, I will never forget her but I don't intend keeping a lot of my love towards her." Kyo said honestly. "Ah, I see." Tohru said in a quiet tone. There was a brief silence between the both and when Tohru was about to say something to break the uncomfortable silence, Kyo took the advantage first. "Let's finish up the dishes, then we can talk after our showers." "So true," Tohru said with a delicate smile on her face. Then they went back to work.

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A couple hours later.

Everyone had taken a shower and were finishing up for school or work for the next day. At that time, Tohru hurriedly finished up her evening chores and prepared for bed. Then she fast-walked (Heh.. didn't want her running through the halls) over to Kyo's room where she knocked on the door. A voice said, "Come in, its unlocked." So she opened it and found Kyo lying on bed with a book. Looking embarrassed for a minute, Kyo jumped off the bed and stood there leaning on the bedpost. "Yes, would you like something, Tohru?" "Well, just wanted to say good night and maybe talk about something," Tohru said nervously while twiddling her thumbs. Feeling more confident to approach her, Kyo walked up to her and took her chin under his grasp. "Look at the audience who are willing to listen when you speak. You look better that way." "Oh, okay, so-" Tohru started. "Plus, how many times have we all told you," Kyo said referring to the other Sohmas suggestions to Tohru. "Stop saying 'sorry' because you don't have to and there is nothing wrong. We all make mistakes in our lives." Kyo interrupted. Her chin began to ache a bit because of Kyo's hold of it, but she felt secure looking at his eyes. "Yes, Kyo," Tohru said and with that, Kyo couldn't take it anymore. He grasped her arms then immediately her waist and gave her another kiss. Tohru didn't expect such actions, but she fell right into the rhythm of the passionate kiss. Kyo gently lipped and bit her lower lip for opening. Allowing more access, their tongues tasted each other. Kyo then moved down her face with his mouth and tongue and drifted over to her neck where he began to such for the "right" spot. Feeling it being quite ticklish, Tohru giggled with glee but also slightly moaned with enticement. For another few minutes they kissed each other but then they realized exactly where they were. Shigure's residence where there could be people peeping about at queer scenes. Thus, they parted their kiss and said good night to each other. Giving her one last embrace for the night, Kyo gently kissed her forehead and they saw each other off at the door. Their suspicions were correct, there was a pair of eyes following the happy girl going back to her room.

To be continued.

Note from Fanfic writer: Erk, too queer of fluff huh? Well, it is my first time so sorry to break any hearts or what not of KxK lovers. It is starting to boil down to a Romance, but there will be some action and fighting because of jealousy. Please be patient for next chapter. I know my amateur writing is not worth reviewing, but could you at least say so? Thanks for visiting and reading my story. Extra love and appreciation to those who review too!