I'll take Boys over 8
Volume II
A/N: More old chapters...
*****
'How did this come to pass?' Mimi wondered, as she pulled at the short skirt she was wearing. Ken had finally caught her and like the rest of the boys in the school was forced into costume, bombarded with makeup and was dressed up as Alice, from Alice in Wonderland. How did she sink so low?
"Oh, Miki you look so kawaii!" Beaming at his work, with starry eyes, Ken clapped his hands together delighted. "I'm sure you'll rake in tons of guys looking like that!"
Looking down at her outfit, Mimi couldn't help but sweatdrop. The costume was just like the one they had in the Disney Movie and she was wearing a long blonde wig to boot. 'I'm so dead...'
Leading her out of the back, wearing his own costume, which happened to be Snow White's. Ken, grinned as he saw the other guys all wearing his designs. "Minna! You all look so adorable!"
Quite a few grumbles were heard through the group but Tai, dressed up as an Arabian princess, broke out into a huge smile when he saw Mimi. "Miki-chan! You look sooooo kawaii!"
Rushing up to her, he grabbed her into a hug, to her dismay. "T-Tai! Let go!" As he did so, he had a sheepish smile on his face and said, "Gomen, gomen. Now we only have to wait for Matt and Jyou."
Wondering what costume Matt would have to wear, Mimi's train of thought was broken when she heard loud gasps from the others. There standing in the doorway, dressed as two kimono-clad women, Matt blushed as Jyou just smiled whipping out a feathered fan to go with his outfit. Before she could say anything, Ken was the one who first shouted what was on all their minds. "Kido-senpai! Yamato-kun! You two are so beautiful-!!!!"
Blushing and even deeper shade of crimson, Matt tried to hide behind his fan as Jyou basked in the attention. "I know, I know. Aw, stop hiding Ishida! Let them admire our great beauty."
Mimi sweatdropped at what he said but still couldn't hide the aw in her voice, as she and Tai rushed up to them. "Matt! You look so cool!" Looking up at her in surprise, Matt blushed when he saw what she was wearing. 'K-K- Kawaii-!!' he thought, blushing.
Taking charge of the situation, Jyou tapped his fan against Tai's head to get everyone's attention. "Okay listen!"
"HEY!" Tai growled, rubbing his head. Ignoring the angry outburst from the other boy, Jyou went on. "We start in 30 minutes. Everyone get ready to open the shop and remember! We are women while we are here and you must act like it! Any screw ups and you'll have to answer to me personally!"
"Hai, hai." Everyone answered in annoyance except for Ken who swooned saying, "Kido-senpai is just too cool!"
***
It had been a few hours since they had opened the restaurant and things were going pretty smoothly. They were a big success with the boys from neighboring schools and to his dismay; Matt seemed to be the most popular waitress. With men calling him left and right, the others sweatdropped, watching in pity. 'Poor Ishida...'
Herself not doing too bad either, Mimi smiled as she was called to serve another customer. So far she had been called cute and asked out by many guys but none of her classmates had figured out whom she really was.
That being a big relief, Mimi started to enjoy being in a girl again and took in all the attention with a smile. While she was pouring a glass of water for a customer, a young man from across the room winked and motioned for her to come over. Thinking he wanted some water too, she headed towards him with a smile. "Konnichiwa! How may I serve you?"
"Nothing, I just wanted to talk to a girl as pretty as you!" Blushing, Mimi tried to hide her embarrassment with a laugh. "I bet you say that to all the storybook girls you meet!"
"No, I'd have to say you're the prettiest one I've ever seen." Giving her a 'heartbreaker' smile, the boy winked causing Mimi to blush. "He, he. You charmer."
Feeling a bit nervous Mimi was about to walk away when she was stopped by a strong grip her arm. "Hey wait up. My name is Kozue Nikitta. What's your name?"
Feeling her body tense, she wished he would just let go but kept her voice steady when she answered, "Alice." With that she jerked her arm away and walked off as the young man watched her with a funny grin on his face. "Alice...You've lit my heart on fire."
***
Washing her face in the bathroom, Mimi sighed in exaughstion. It had been a long day and it was finally time to quit and go home! Grant it she had to wear the costume back because Jyou said they couldn't take any risks of customers recognizing them but still she was happy.
Walking out of the shop she was surprised to see the guy from earlier standing there. "Hey, so you finally came out!" Shocked, Mimi just stared at him before stuttering, "W-What are you doing here still?"
"Waiting for you." Grinning he offered his arm, walking towards her. "Mind if I walk you to your destination?" Pushing it away, Mimi started walking down the street. "Thanks but I'll manage by myself."
"Come on, please?" Jogging after her, he shot her puppy dog eyes before kneeling in front of her. "I just wanted to get to know you better! It's only a walk, please Alice-chan!"
People were starting to stare at the spectacle the boy was making and Mimi sweatdropped before consenting, "Fine! But please get up!" Smiling he offered his arm again and she took it with an annoyed look. "You don't give up do you?"
"Not when there is a pretty girl involved," he explained.
Watching them from a little ways away, Matt frowned as he watched them walk off. He had seen that guy before and if his hunch was right, wasn't someone Mimi should be wandering off with.
*****
Looking around, Mimi started to worry not recognizing where they were. "Ne Kozue-kun...where are we?" They had been walking for quite awhile now and it was starting to get dark. Suddenly grabbing her by the shoulders, Kozue pinned Mimi to a tree. "We're right where I wanted us to be."
Freezing, Mimi's heart raced, as panic started to well up inside her. "K- Kozue?!" Leaning in closer to her, Kozue brought his face close to hers, licking the side of her face. "Such a naive girl...is wandering off with a stranger."
He brought his hand up and caressed her cheek. "But you know...it's your fault for being so cute..." In her head Mimi screamed in terror as tears rolled down her cheeks. 'Please, please someone! Help me!'
"Stop, please!"
"Shut up!" Pushing Mimi harder against the tree, Kozue smiled wickedly. "Didn't I tell you this was your fault? It's your fault this is happening!" He started to explore up her shirt, as Mimi stiffened. Her fault? Her fault? It was her fault wasn't it? She was the one who had been so naive to follow a stranger. She was so stupid...
The light fading from her eyes, Mimi slumped, feeling weak. 'All my fault...' she thought as she soon passed out. Snorting as he felt Mimi's body go limp, Kozue growled. It wasn't any fun if they weren't councious. He wouldn't hear them scream or call out for help. What a pity.
Caressing her face, a smirck appeared on his lips. "You may be in a dream world but I'm sure you'll taste the same councious or not."
"I didn't know gentlemen took adavantage of women when they were knocked out."
"What?!" Swinging around, Kozue was greeted with a leg smacking into his face. Letting Mimi go, he stumbled back in pain and clutched his head. "Argh! My face! My beautiful face!"
"Hmph." Glaring, coldly Yamato popped his knuckles expectently. "That was for putting your revolting hands on her."
"Why you!" Angry Kozue retaliated by charging Yamato but was knocked down as the other boy began to kick his ass. Recoiling in pain, Kozue looked at him with confusion. "She's just a damn slut. She followed me, hell she invited me! It was her fault this happened to her!"
Yamato listened stone-faced but inside he fumed. He had thought he had taken out all his anger beating him up but this guy didn't know when to quit! Hatred in his eyes, Yamato answered the boy, acid hanging off of every word. "Never say anything like that about her. Ever. Her fault? The only thing she did was trust someone she thought would help her but you? You're a sick bastard and I'm--"
Cutting him off, Kozue smiled sadistically. "I see, you like her. Did I taint your little girlfriend, pretty boy? Got there before you had the chance?" Finshing what he began, Yamato answered cooly. "-going to kill you."
"Wha-" he couldn't finish as Yamato's elbow slammed directly under his jaw, blood spurting out of his mouth. As he watched Kozue's body drop, his face not as 'beautiful' as it was, Yamato wore a remorse look. "If you hadn't have touched her...I wouldn't have beaten you as badly."
Picking Mimi up and hoisting her onto his back, he started towards the academy. It was dark already and a long walk but he didn't care. Atleast the person asleep on his back wasn't hurt. He thanked Kami-sama he had gotten there, before the other boy had assaulted her.
*****
Up and down, Up and down. Mimi felt like she was on an dinky amusment ride. Feeling a stirring on his back, Yamato looked behind to see Mimi rubbing her head tiredly. "Yamato...?"
"It's me Miki."
"You..." Realizing what happened, her eyes shot open in shock but her body didn't move too exaughsted. "You saved me?"
"Yea...I guess he thought you were a girl in that dress." Giving her a smile, he turned back to the road. On his back, Mimi's emotioned started to swirl into a tornado. The terror, how she felt so stupid and hopeless. She must've passed out and then...Yamato rescued her.
She wanted to jump from his back and hug him and cry and thank him and so many things! But she was too tired. The sand man took ahold of her once more, making her fall back into dreams.
*****
He had taken off the wig and now combed her bangs from her eyes. They had gotten back a few hours ago and Yamato remembered how Tai and Ken rushed up to him worried to death. Had they been gone that long? He didn't notice. He was swept up in his own thoughts.
But avoiding their amid questions he had brought her to their room and laid her in bed. She had been knocked out since and Yamato didn't really feel like leaving her. He had a feeling she would need someone when she awoke and didn't wan't to risk not being there. Still absent mindedly brushing his hands through her hair, Yamato gazed at her sleeping face. He had to admit even when mascarading as a boy she was still cute.
His fingers escaped her hair and started to make their way to her face, tracing its features. She stirred but he didn't stop until they reached her lips. Leaning down closer he didn't realize what he was doing. Inches apart, Yamato breathed heavily before jerking back. Was he just about to do what he thought he was?
Looking back at her, he inwardly smacked himself. "I'd much rather have my women councious." Suddenly Mimi started to groan. Going to her side, Yamato immediatly took her hand. "Miki. Miki I'm right here."
Sitting up in bed, she started to look around her in a slight daze. Finally her eyes registering on the boy in front of her, memories of earlier that night flooded her mind. Tears, silently sliding down her face, Mimi broke down. Everything that had happened crushing down on her. Bringing her into his arms, Yamato shushed, gently rubbing her back. "I won't tell anybody. Just cry Miki."
*****
The next morning Mimi walked down the halls, with a yawn. Yamato hadn't been there when she woke up but she was a bit relieved. Thinking about what happened made her heart race and feel ashamed at the same time.
How could she do that? Boys don't cry and she must've made a fool out of herself! Matt had been kind enough to let her cry on him and comfort her but he must think she was such a weirdo! What kind of boy cried all over his friends?
She was afraid to see him later on. He might think she was gay and not wan't to be her friend anymore. The thought of that happening made her feel heavy. He had been so kind and her savior...he wouldn't abandon her now would he?
"Miki-!!!!!" Snapping her out of her thoughts, Tai rushed up, bringing her into a tight hug. His voice muffled against her back he mumbled, "Imph sho gad ur ohay." Blushing crimson, she tried to pry him off as people started to stare. "Tai, please let go!"
Running up to them panting, Ken scowled at Tai but looked relieved when he saw Mimi. "Miki it's good to see you up! We were so worried when Matt brought you in last night!" Wondering how much they knew, Mimi decided to question, "Umm...what did he say?"
Pouting, Tai crossed his arms. "He didn't tell us a thing! Just glared and walked to your dorm! How rude was that? After me and Ken were soooooo worried about you! I couldn't sleep at night!!" Ken nodded, "But what did happen to you Miki? You were out cold."
Mimi was relieved and thankful that Matt hadn't told them but felt uneasy when Ken asked her the question. Should she tell them? No, it would make her seem even stranger. "Erm...well we had uh decided to walk home after work and well I guess I was more tired then I thought and dozed off. Matt must've been nice enough to carry me home."
Scowling even deeper, Tai whined, "That's not fair!! I should've been there, I wanted to carry you home Miki!" Ken and Mimi sweatdropped. "Tai- !!"
*****
The wind ruffled his hair, as he landed on the soft plush underneath him. After last nights ordeal, Yamato had decided to wake up early and practice his jumping. He had a feeling Miki wouldn't wan't to see him so he made sure not to wake her.
Flipping onto his stomach, he lazily played with the grass. Yesterday had been so hectic and how she just broke down in his arms...He started to blush at the thought. Why was he so flustered everytime he thought of last night? Was he actually attracted to the phony boy? 'It can't be!'
Shaking his head, Matt diminished the thought. Who was he to fall in love? He didn't have room for things like that! Frowning he decided to change his thoughts to the band practice he had later that day and the new song he was writing...
*****
Wandering around the buildings, Mimi sighed bored because it was Sunday. She had managed to ditch Tai and Ken with their onslaught of questions, hours ago and decided she would see Shin and apologize for before.
Making her way into the doctors chambers she greeted with a "Konnichiwa sensei!" He almost spilled his coffee. "Don't you ever knock Mouse?"
"Mouse?" Mimi wrinkled her nose. "Can't you think of a better nickname? Like Hime, or Beauty or..."
"Mouse." Shin stated with a scowl. "So what brings you back here? Just decided to grace me with your presence?"
"Exactly!" Plopping down on the bed, to Shin's dismay, Mimi started to tell him what had happened. Twenty minutes and a box of tissues later, Mimi concluded as Shin nodded gravely. "Didn't I tell you it would be dangerous?"
"But this wasn't because I was dressed like a guy, it was because I was a girl! So your warning had nothing to do with it!"
"Well what if Ishida found out?"
"He didn't so I'm glad!" They argued about it for a good fifteen minutes before they were interupted by the opening door. Striding in with an annoyed look, Jyou's frown turned into a grin when he saw Mimi.
"Aw, Miki-chan! What are you doing here? Stay away from my brother or he'll take advantage of a pretty boy like you!" Shin scowled as Mimi blushed. "Y- Your b-brother? Shin?"
"Unfortunatly." Shin faced Jyou. "What do you wan't?"
"Hmm, just here to tell you that dad want's you to call him later."
"Why?"
"Something about Miyako having troubles with the Ball in a few weeks and needing help." Shin groaned, while Mimi listened curious. "Can't that little runt do things on her own? She always signs up to do things way over her head and then has to call us to bail her out!" (Miyako is Shin and Jyou's little sister)
"Yea, yea. I know what you mean." Making his way back to the door, he flashed Mimi a toothy smile. "Ciao Miki! Seeya at the rehersal?"
"Rehersal?"
"Yea, I heard Ishida and his band are practicing tonight. Always a mini party when they do that. Seeya there!"
"Yea...Seeya there." Mimi grew excited. She would be able to hear Yamato Ishida play live and in person!!
*****
When Mimi got to the stage later that night, the seats were packed with students. Trying to find Tai or Ken, she got squashed and pushed all over the place. Grabbing her from the danger of the crowd, Matt looked at her amused. "It's not time for a mosh pit yet."
"Hmph." Pouting, Mimi frowned. "You didn't tell me you were playing!"
"I didn't think you'd be interested." He started towards the instruments, as Mimi followed. "What do you mean not interested! I used to listen you you when I was in junior high!" she explained, excited.
"Really." Yamato paid no attention to her, tuning his bass. "I suppose that's the only reason you speak to me?"
"Of c-course not!" she stuttered out in surprise. She hadn't expected that and felt a bit guilty because it was partly true. Looking at her feet she decided to mention, "Yamato about yesterday..."
"Nothing happened." Still not looking up, he nodded. "It's our secret." Relief flooded her and Mimi smiled. "Thank you so muc-" Interupting her, Yamato started to walk away. "Go take your seat. We're starting soon."
Watching him go, she couldn't help but smile. 'Even though I acted so weird...nothing has changed. I'm so glad.'
Taking a seat, Mimi suddenly felt something very heavy on her back. Turning around she found Tai beaming, as Ken took a seat next to her. "We finally found you Miki!!"
"T-Tai! Ken! I was looking for you two!"
"You mean after you left us?" Ken answered wryly. "Eh, he I wasn't..." she started, when the lights began to get dim, as the stage curtain was pulled up. Leaning back, even though Tai was still there, Mimi made herself comfortable, though she still had butterflies in her stomach. 'This is so exciting!'
Onstage Matt gazed across the crowd till he found his friends. Leaning against the mic, he nodded towards Daisuke as they started to play a soft tune, before he sung the lyrics to his new song:
-The road that runs in the city is like a river of light The ground ripping us apart is just like the Milky Way
It's strange... My heart is quietly swaying. I want to accept it all with you, like the sea.
Destiny... Why does one person fall in love with another? Each time I ask love, I encounter myself. Destiny... The stars will lead me, if that's my fate. No matter what happens, I'll be OK. You are always there in my universe.
Even if we disappear, the sights of the city wouldn't seem to change, but actually they would
It's not the same world without someone else, because we live connected to each other at an unseen place.
Destiny... Nobody except you can become you. So with a smile, in tears, I tell you that you're irreplaceable. Destiny... Because that's our promise from before we were born. Our love can overcome sorrow. Shining in your universe, I become myself.
Destiny... Why does one person fall in love with another? Each time I ask love, I encounter myself. Destiny... The stars will lead me, if that's my fate. No matter what happens, I'll be OK. You are always there in my universe.
As it ended, Mimi's heart started to race, as she watched the intense emotions rising all over the stage. The band was so into what they were doing and their music it was like no one else existed in the world.
Mimi wanted that. It was the reason she came and seeing Yamato play and hearing the depth of his music made her dream even stronger. 'Yamato, you'll help me fly to my dreams...won't you?'
-To be continued...
Volume II
A/N: More old chapters...
*****
'How did this come to pass?' Mimi wondered, as she pulled at the short skirt she was wearing. Ken had finally caught her and like the rest of the boys in the school was forced into costume, bombarded with makeup and was dressed up as Alice, from Alice in Wonderland. How did she sink so low?
"Oh, Miki you look so kawaii!" Beaming at his work, with starry eyes, Ken clapped his hands together delighted. "I'm sure you'll rake in tons of guys looking like that!"
Looking down at her outfit, Mimi couldn't help but sweatdrop. The costume was just like the one they had in the Disney Movie and she was wearing a long blonde wig to boot. 'I'm so dead...'
Leading her out of the back, wearing his own costume, which happened to be Snow White's. Ken, grinned as he saw the other guys all wearing his designs. "Minna! You all look so adorable!"
Quite a few grumbles were heard through the group but Tai, dressed up as an Arabian princess, broke out into a huge smile when he saw Mimi. "Miki-chan! You look sooooo kawaii!"
Rushing up to her, he grabbed her into a hug, to her dismay. "T-Tai! Let go!" As he did so, he had a sheepish smile on his face and said, "Gomen, gomen. Now we only have to wait for Matt and Jyou."
Wondering what costume Matt would have to wear, Mimi's train of thought was broken when she heard loud gasps from the others. There standing in the doorway, dressed as two kimono-clad women, Matt blushed as Jyou just smiled whipping out a feathered fan to go with his outfit. Before she could say anything, Ken was the one who first shouted what was on all their minds. "Kido-senpai! Yamato-kun! You two are so beautiful-!!!!"
Blushing and even deeper shade of crimson, Matt tried to hide behind his fan as Jyou basked in the attention. "I know, I know. Aw, stop hiding Ishida! Let them admire our great beauty."
Mimi sweatdropped at what he said but still couldn't hide the aw in her voice, as she and Tai rushed up to them. "Matt! You look so cool!" Looking up at her in surprise, Matt blushed when he saw what she was wearing. 'K-K- Kawaii-!!' he thought, blushing.
Taking charge of the situation, Jyou tapped his fan against Tai's head to get everyone's attention. "Okay listen!"
"HEY!" Tai growled, rubbing his head. Ignoring the angry outburst from the other boy, Jyou went on. "We start in 30 minutes. Everyone get ready to open the shop and remember! We are women while we are here and you must act like it! Any screw ups and you'll have to answer to me personally!"
"Hai, hai." Everyone answered in annoyance except for Ken who swooned saying, "Kido-senpai is just too cool!"
***
It had been a few hours since they had opened the restaurant and things were going pretty smoothly. They were a big success with the boys from neighboring schools and to his dismay; Matt seemed to be the most popular waitress. With men calling him left and right, the others sweatdropped, watching in pity. 'Poor Ishida...'
Herself not doing too bad either, Mimi smiled as she was called to serve another customer. So far she had been called cute and asked out by many guys but none of her classmates had figured out whom she really was.
That being a big relief, Mimi started to enjoy being in a girl again and took in all the attention with a smile. While she was pouring a glass of water for a customer, a young man from across the room winked and motioned for her to come over. Thinking he wanted some water too, she headed towards him with a smile. "Konnichiwa! How may I serve you?"
"Nothing, I just wanted to talk to a girl as pretty as you!" Blushing, Mimi tried to hide her embarrassment with a laugh. "I bet you say that to all the storybook girls you meet!"
"No, I'd have to say you're the prettiest one I've ever seen." Giving her a 'heartbreaker' smile, the boy winked causing Mimi to blush. "He, he. You charmer."
Feeling a bit nervous Mimi was about to walk away when she was stopped by a strong grip her arm. "Hey wait up. My name is Kozue Nikitta. What's your name?"
Feeling her body tense, she wished he would just let go but kept her voice steady when she answered, "Alice." With that she jerked her arm away and walked off as the young man watched her with a funny grin on his face. "Alice...You've lit my heart on fire."
***
Washing her face in the bathroom, Mimi sighed in exaughstion. It had been a long day and it was finally time to quit and go home! Grant it she had to wear the costume back because Jyou said they couldn't take any risks of customers recognizing them but still she was happy.
Walking out of the shop she was surprised to see the guy from earlier standing there. "Hey, so you finally came out!" Shocked, Mimi just stared at him before stuttering, "W-What are you doing here still?"
"Waiting for you." Grinning he offered his arm, walking towards her. "Mind if I walk you to your destination?" Pushing it away, Mimi started walking down the street. "Thanks but I'll manage by myself."
"Come on, please?" Jogging after her, he shot her puppy dog eyes before kneeling in front of her. "I just wanted to get to know you better! It's only a walk, please Alice-chan!"
People were starting to stare at the spectacle the boy was making and Mimi sweatdropped before consenting, "Fine! But please get up!" Smiling he offered his arm again and she took it with an annoyed look. "You don't give up do you?"
"Not when there is a pretty girl involved," he explained.
Watching them from a little ways away, Matt frowned as he watched them walk off. He had seen that guy before and if his hunch was right, wasn't someone Mimi should be wandering off with.
*****
Looking around, Mimi started to worry not recognizing where they were. "Ne Kozue-kun...where are we?" They had been walking for quite awhile now and it was starting to get dark. Suddenly grabbing her by the shoulders, Kozue pinned Mimi to a tree. "We're right where I wanted us to be."
Freezing, Mimi's heart raced, as panic started to well up inside her. "K- Kozue?!" Leaning in closer to her, Kozue brought his face close to hers, licking the side of her face. "Such a naive girl...is wandering off with a stranger."
He brought his hand up and caressed her cheek. "But you know...it's your fault for being so cute..." In her head Mimi screamed in terror as tears rolled down her cheeks. 'Please, please someone! Help me!'
"Stop, please!"
"Shut up!" Pushing Mimi harder against the tree, Kozue smiled wickedly. "Didn't I tell you this was your fault? It's your fault this is happening!" He started to explore up her shirt, as Mimi stiffened. Her fault? Her fault? It was her fault wasn't it? She was the one who had been so naive to follow a stranger. She was so stupid...
The light fading from her eyes, Mimi slumped, feeling weak. 'All my fault...' she thought as she soon passed out. Snorting as he felt Mimi's body go limp, Kozue growled. It wasn't any fun if they weren't councious. He wouldn't hear them scream or call out for help. What a pity.
Caressing her face, a smirck appeared on his lips. "You may be in a dream world but I'm sure you'll taste the same councious or not."
"I didn't know gentlemen took adavantage of women when they were knocked out."
"What?!" Swinging around, Kozue was greeted with a leg smacking into his face. Letting Mimi go, he stumbled back in pain and clutched his head. "Argh! My face! My beautiful face!"
"Hmph." Glaring, coldly Yamato popped his knuckles expectently. "That was for putting your revolting hands on her."
"Why you!" Angry Kozue retaliated by charging Yamato but was knocked down as the other boy began to kick his ass. Recoiling in pain, Kozue looked at him with confusion. "She's just a damn slut. She followed me, hell she invited me! It was her fault this happened to her!"
Yamato listened stone-faced but inside he fumed. He had thought he had taken out all his anger beating him up but this guy didn't know when to quit! Hatred in his eyes, Yamato answered the boy, acid hanging off of every word. "Never say anything like that about her. Ever. Her fault? The only thing she did was trust someone she thought would help her but you? You're a sick bastard and I'm--"
Cutting him off, Kozue smiled sadistically. "I see, you like her. Did I taint your little girlfriend, pretty boy? Got there before you had the chance?" Finshing what he began, Yamato answered cooly. "-going to kill you."
"Wha-" he couldn't finish as Yamato's elbow slammed directly under his jaw, blood spurting out of his mouth. As he watched Kozue's body drop, his face not as 'beautiful' as it was, Yamato wore a remorse look. "If you hadn't have touched her...I wouldn't have beaten you as badly."
Picking Mimi up and hoisting her onto his back, he started towards the academy. It was dark already and a long walk but he didn't care. Atleast the person asleep on his back wasn't hurt. He thanked Kami-sama he had gotten there, before the other boy had assaulted her.
*****
Up and down, Up and down. Mimi felt like she was on an dinky amusment ride. Feeling a stirring on his back, Yamato looked behind to see Mimi rubbing her head tiredly. "Yamato...?"
"It's me Miki."
"You..." Realizing what happened, her eyes shot open in shock but her body didn't move too exaughsted. "You saved me?"
"Yea...I guess he thought you were a girl in that dress." Giving her a smile, he turned back to the road. On his back, Mimi's emotioned started to swirl into a tornado. The terror, how she felt so stupid and hopeless. She must've passed out and then...Yamato rescued her.
She wanted to jump from his back and hug him and cry and thank him and so many things! But she was too tired. The sand man took ahold of her once more, making her fall back into dreams.
*****
He had taken off the wig and now combed her bangs from her eyes. They had gotten back a few hours ago and Yamato remembered how Tai and Ken rushed up to him worried to death. Had they been gone that long? He didn't notice. He was swept up in his own thoughts.
But avoiding their amid questions he had brought her to their room and laid her in bed. She had been knocked out since and Yamato didn't really feel like leaving her. He had a feeling she would need someone when she awoke and didn't wan't to risk not being there. Still absent mindedly brushing his hands through her hair, Yamato gazed at her sleeping face. He had to admit even when mascarading as a boy she was still cute.
His fingers escaped her hair and started to make their way to her face, tracing its features. She stirred but he didn't stop until they reached her lips. Leaning down closer he didn't realize what he was doing. Inches apart, Yamato breathed heavily before jerking back. Was he just about to do what he thought he was?
Looking back at her, he inwardly smacked himself. "I'd much rather have my women councious." Suddenly Mimi started to groan. Going to her side, Yamato immediatly took her hand. "Miki. Miki I'm right here."
Sitting up in bed, she started to look around her in a slight daze. Finally her eyes registering on the boy in front of her, memories of earlier that night flooded her mind. Tears, silently sliding down her face, Mimi broke down. Everything that had happened crushing down on her. Bringing her into his arms, Yamato shushed, gently rubbing her back. "I won't tell anybody. Just cry Miki."
*****
The next morning Mimi walked down the halls, with a yawn. Yamato hadn't been there when she woke up but she was a bit relieved. Thinking about what happened made her heart race and feel ashamed at the same time.
How could she do that? Boys don't cry and she must've made a fool out of herself! Matt had been kind enough to let her cry on him and comfort her but he must think she was such a weirdo! What kind of boy cried all over his friends?
She was afraid to see him later on. He might think she was gay and not wan't to be her friend anymore. The thought of that happening made her feel heavy. He had been so kind and her savior...he wouldn't abandon her now would he?
"Miki-!!!!!" Snapping her out of her thoughts, Tai rushed up, bringing her into a tight hug. His voice muffled against her back he mumbled, "Imph sho gad ur ohay." Blushing crimson, she tried to pry him off as people started to stare. "Tai, please let go!"
Running up to them panting, Ken scowled at Tai but looked relieved when he saw Mimi. "Miki it's good to see you up! We were so worried when Matt brought you in last night!" Wondering how much they knew, Mimi decided to question, "Umm...what did he say?"
Pouting, Tai crossed his arms. "He didn't tell us a thing! Just glared and walked to your dorm! How rude was that? After me and Ken were soooooo worried about you! I couldn't sleep at night!!" Ken nodded, "But what did happen to you Miki? You were out cold."
Mimi was relieved and thankful that Matt hadn't told them but felt uneasy when Ken asked her the question. Should she tell them? No, it would make her seem even stranger. "Erm...well we had uh decided to walk home after work and well I guess I was more tired then I thought and dozed off. Matt must've been nice enough to carry me home."
Scowling even deeper, Tai whined, "That's not fair!! I should've been there, I wanted to carry you home Miki!" Ken and Mimi sweatdropped. "Tai- !!"
*****
The wind ruffled his hair, as he landed on the soft plush underneath him. After last nights ordeal, Yamato had decided to wake up early and practice his jumping. He had a feeling Miki wouldn't wan't to see him so he made sure not to wake her.
Flipping onto his stomach, he lazily played with the grass. Yesterday had been so hectic and how she just broke down in his arms...He started to blush at the thought. Why was he so flustered everytime he thought of last night? Was he actually attracted to the phony boy? 'It can't be!'
Shaking his head, Matt diminished the thought. Who was he to fall in love? He didn't have room for things like that! Frowning he decided to change his thoughts to the band practice he had later that day and the new song he was writing...
*****
Wandering around the buildings, Mimi sighed bored because it was Sunday. She had managed to ditch Tai and Ken with their onslaught of questions, hours ago and decided she would see Shin and apologize for before.
Making her way into the doctors chambers she greeted with a "Konnichiwa sensei!" He almost spilled his coffee. "Don't you ever knock Mouse?"
"Mouse?" Mimi wrinkled her nose. "Can't you think of a better nickname? Like Hime, or Beauty or..."
"Mouse." Shin stated with a scowl. "So what brings you back here? Just decided to grace me with your presence?"
"Exactly!" Plopping down on the bed, to Shin's dismay, Mimi started to tell him what had happened. Twenty minutes and a box of tissues later, Mimi concluded as Shin nodded gravely. "Didn't I tell you it would be dangerous?"
"But this wasn't because I was dressed like a guy, it was because I was a girl! So your warning had nothing to do with it!"
"Well what if Ishida found out?"
"He didn't so I'm glad!" They argued about it for a good fifteen minutes before they were interupted by the opening door. Striding in with an annoyed look, Jyou's frown turned into a grin when he saw Mimi.
"Aw, Miki-chan! What are you doing here? Stay away from my brother or he'll take advantage of a pretty boy like you!" Shin scowled as Mimi blushed. "Y- Your b-brother? Shin?"
"Unfortunatly." Shin faced Jyou. "What do you wan't?"
"Hmm, just here to tell you that dad want's you to call him later."
"Why?"
"Something about Miyako having troubles with the Ball in a few weeks and needing help." Shin groaned, while Mimi listened curious. "Can't that little runt do things on her own? She always signs up to do things way over her head and then has to call us to bail her out!" (Miyako is Shin and Jyou's little sister)
"Yea, yea. I know what you mean." Making his way back to the door, he flashed Mimi a toothy smile. "Ciao Miki! Seeya at the rehersal?"
"Rehersal?"
"Yea, I heard Ishida and his band are practicing tonight. Always a mini party when they do that. Seeya there!"
"Yea...Seeya there." Mimi grew excited. She would be able to hear Yamato Ishida play live and in person!!
*****
When Mimi got to the stage later that night, the seats were packed with students. Trying to find Tai or Ken, she got squashed and pushed all over the place. Grabbing her from the danger of the crowd, Matt looked at her amused. "It's not time for a mosh pit yet."
"Hmph." Pouting, Mimi frowned. "You didn't tell me you were playing!"
"I didn't think you'd be interested." He started towards the instruments, as Mimi followed. "What do you mean not interested! I used to listen you you when I was in junior high!" she explained, excited.
"Really." Yamato paid no attention to her, tuning his bass. "I suppose that's the only reason you speak to me?"
"Of c-course not!" she stuttered out in surprise. She hadn't expected that and felt a bit guilty because it was partly true. Looking at her feet she decided to mention, "Yamato about yesterday..."
"Nothing happened." Still not looking up, he nodded. "It's our secret." Relief flooded her and Mimi smiled. "Thank you so muc-" Interupting her, Yamato started to walk away. "Go take your seat. We're starting soon."
Watching him go, she couldn't help but smile. 'Even though I acted so weird...nothing has changed. I'm so glad.'
Taking a seat, Mimi suddenly felt something very heavy on her back. Turning around she found Tai beaming, as Ken took a seat next to her. "We finally found you Miki!!"
"T-Tai! Ken! I was looking for you two!"
"You mean after you left us?" Ken answered wryly. "Eh, he I wasn't..." she started, when the lights began to get dim, as the stage curtain was pulled up. Leaning back, even though Tai was still there, Mimi made herself comfortable, though she still had butterflies in her stomach. 'This is so exciting!'
Onstage Matt gazed across the crowd till he found his friends. Leaning against the mic, he nodded towards Daisuke as they started to play a soft tune, before he sung the lyrics to his new song:
-The road that runs in the city is like a river of light The ground ripping us apart is just like the Milky Way
It's strange... My heart is quietly swaying. I want to accept it all with you, like the sea.
Destiny... Why does one person fall in love with another? Each time I ask love, I encounter myself. Destiny... The stars will lead me, if that's my fate. No matter what happens, I'll be OK. You are always there in my universe.
Even if we disappear, the sights of the city wouldn't seem to change, but actually they would
It's not the same world without someone else, because we live connected to each other at an unseen place.
Destiny... Nobody except you can become you. So with a smile, in tears, I tell you that you're irreplaceable. Destiny... Because that's our promise from before we were born. Our love can overcome sorrow. Shining in your universe, I become myself.
Destiny... Why does one person fall in love with another? Each time I ask love, I encounter myself. Destiny... The stars will lead me, if that's my fate. No matter what happens, I'll be OK. You are always there in my universe.
As it ended, Mimi's heart started to race, as she watched the intense emotions rising all over the stage. The band was so into what they were doing and their music it was like no one else existed in the world.
Mimi wanted that. It was the reason she came and seeing Yamato play and hearing the depth of his music made her dream even stronger. 'Yamato, you'll help me fly to my dreams...won't you?'
-To be continued...