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The One I Love Chapter 8 She Can't Love Him
All was peaceful once again at the Kamiya Dojo. It was night time and everyone was asleep. Everyone but.. the red-headed rurouni.
Kenshin was sitting on the porch, watching the beautiful night sky. The stars were twinkling like diamonds in the sky. He heard feet shuffling and turned around to face Saori. He smiled gently. "Saori-dono you should be in bed, that you should."
Saori blushed for getting caught. "I just wanted to thank you Kenshin.. You were the first person to ever show any kindness after..."
"It's no problem Saori-dono. I'm happy to help, that I am." Kenshin interrupted.
She walked closer to Kenshin and stopped in front of him. She leaned down and gave him a hug. Kenshin hid his surprise by wrapping his arms around her in response. Saori whispered thank you once again and then went back to the room Kaoru offered her. She turned her head to look back one more time at her rescuer that she's starting to fall for.
Kenshin smiled and watched her walk inside. Then, he turned back and looked up to see the sky.
"The sky is very beautiful.. Isn't it Kaoru-dono?"
Kaoru yelped and came out of her 'hiding place.' "Kenshin! I'm sorry.." She looked down, embarrassed to have been caught.
Kenshin faced her and smiled his rurouni smile that she loved so much. "No, that's alright Kaoru-dono.. Would you like to join me here?" He asked kindly with small hope.
Kaoru blushed and cracked a smile. Inside, she felt happy and pleased. "S..Sure.."
She sat down next to the rurouni, fiddling with her hands, uncertain of words to speak.
Kenshin turned to Kaoru. "That is a beautiful ring Kaoru-dono," he said lightly.
Her eyes made contact with his purple one's. "Oh! Um.. Thanks Kenshin..."
Flashback
Kaoru and Koji were strolling by the stream in comfortable silence. Suddenly, it was broken by the voice of Koji. He extended his hand for her to take and said, "Will you come with me Kaoru?"
She was puzzled as to why but accepted it hesitantly.
Koji took her hand and led her to the bridge where they both looked out watching the sunset.
"Gasp.. It's beautiful Koji..."
He faced her and looked deeply into her eyes. "Yes.. you are.."
She gazed into his cerulean orbs and blushed.
"Isn't this so peaceful Kaoru? I could stay here watching the sunset forever.."
"Yes.. It's wonderful.." She replied softly.
His lips curved to make a smile. "You know what's even better?"
She shook her head no and asked, "No.. What?"
"That I'm here watching it with you.." His tone was sincere.
Kaoru's cheeks turned red. "Thank you.."
Suddenly, he lowered down on one knee and took her hands in his.
Kaoru gasped. Wh..What's he doing?... "Koji..wh..what are you doing?..."
He looked into he reyes and began to speak. "Kaoru.. I know we've only known each other for a few days... But.. When I first saw you, I knew it was love at first sight.. That day when you bumped into me.. You also bumped into my life and I don't plan on letting you go.. Kaoru Kamiya.. I'm in love with you... and it's been the greatest thing in my life.. I can't imagine my life without you.. Will you marry me?" Koji held out a golden ring with a big diamond in the middle and looked expectantly at the stunned girl.
"K..Koji.. I..I'm sorry.. I don't know you well enough... I..I..I'm sorry.. I...can't accept this..."
Koji stood up. "I see.. but Kaoru.. May I ask for you to keep this ring as a reminder of my love for you?.. It doesn't have to be an engagement ring if you don't wish it to be..."
"koji.. I..."
"Please Kaoru.. Will you accept it?.."
Kaoru gave a slight smile. "Alright..."
"Thank you.." Then, he hugged her tightly.
End Flashback
I don't love him... I love Kenshin, she thought.
"Kaoru-dono? Are you alright?..."
Kaoru came out of her thoughts. "Oh.. Yes Kenshin.. Don't worry about me.."
"Kaoru-dono?.. May I ask who gave you such a beautiful ring?"
Gasp.. Should I tell him what happened?.. Well.. It's not like I accepted.. If I did.. Why would he care?.. Kaoru thought sadly. "H..He propsed to me that day we went for a walk.." She didn't catch Kenshin's eyes flash amber. "And I..I declined because I didn't know him well enough..and..he wanted me to keep the ring.."
Kenshin's eyes were a gentle rurouni violet again. "Do you love him Kaoru- dono?"
Kaoru was surprised. She didn't expect something like that. She also noticed the slight hurt in his voice, but shook it aside. "I..I..well..I could grow to love him...but..I..I don't..I..love someone else..."
She whispered the last part so softly, Kenshin almost didn't hear it. His heart pained when he heard that. "I'm sorry Kaoru-dono..." He whispered quietly.
He's so sweet, she thought. She smiled up at him. "Don't be sorry Kenshin.. You didn't do anything.."
I wish you'd smile for me everyday.. Kenshin thought. "Kaoru-dono.. The man that you love.. Does he love you back?"
Her face faultered. "I..uh..no..I don't think so.."
His heart broke at the look on her face. She looked heartbroken. Who wouldn't love Kaoru-dono? She's beautiful, smart, kind, and has a big heart.. She deserves the best..
"Don't worry Kaoru-dono.. I'm sure you will find a nice man who would love you for you.. Because I think you are beautiful, smart, and very kind, that I do.."
Di..Did he just say I was beautiful?.. Kaoru put a smile on her face. "Thank you Kenshin.. You're wonderful.."
"You're welcome Kaoru-dono.."
Kaoru chuckled. "Well.. I think I'd better get to bed now.. You should too okay?"
Kenshin smiled his rurouni smile. "Of course Kaoru-dono.. Good night.. Sweet dreams.."
Kaoru blushed. "You too Kenshin.. good night.." She got up and walked away.
Before shutting the door behind her, she looked back one more time. "Sigh.. I love you Kenshin.. I wish you knew.." She whispered so low Kenshin, luckily for her, didn't catch it.
Before she shut the door, Kenshin heard her whisper something but it was too quiet for him to make out. When she shut it and went inside, he turned to where she stood before. I love you Kaoru.. I wish I could tell you.. but.. you deserve someone better than me.. Someone without blooed tainted on their hands..
Kenshin let out a sad sigh and then stood up to go inside, with one last look at the stars. Before getting to the door however, he felt a presence behind him. His eyes hardened and his hand grabbed the hilt of his sword.
"What is she to you?" The person asked from behind him. It was a familiar voice.
Kenshin turned around, glaring at the person in front of him. "Who Koji?"
Koji smirked. "You know who I'm talking about Kenshin.. Kaoru.. What is she to you?" He asked harshly.
Kenshin's eyes narrowed dangerously. "That is none of your concern."
"Ooh.. Cold.. Well just to tell you.. I love her.. and I told her so. It won't be long now until she falls in love with me.. You, on the other hand, made no move whatsoever, so now you've just lost her to me." His smirk grew wider.
Kenshin's hand tightened on his grip of his sword. He glared hard at the man before him, and whispered, "You will not speak of Kaoru-dono as a prize or possession, that you won't."
"Che.. I can do what I want.." Then, he walked past Kenshin and went inside.
Kenshin stood there angry. Kaoru will not fall in love with him..
The next day at breakfast, no one was willing to say a word. Only the clatter of bowls and dishes were heard. Yahiko couldn't take it anymore. "OKAY! How come it's so quiet?!" He yelled.
No one replied back. They were all staring at their food like it was the most interesting thing in the world.
Yahiko scowled. "That's it! I'm out of here.. There's obviously something no one's telling me.. I'll be at the Akabeko. Bye." With that, he stood up and left.
A few moments later, Sano also stood up. "The kid's right.. There's something going on that I don't know of either.. I'm going to the Fox.." Before he walked away, a little voice stopped him. "Wait Sano.. I..I want to thank Megumi-san for helping me.. Can I go with you?.."
Sano didn't turn around. With just a small approving wave of his hand, he walked out. Saori stood up and quickly followed him. She glanced at the three people left for a split second, then ran after her tall friend.
Kenshin, Kaoru, and Koji were quiet.
A girl could only have so much patience. Kaoru felt the thick tension and snapped. "Yahiko and Sano are right! Something IS going on! I don't think I know what it is either! Saori was smart to have left with Sano with a decent excuse! What's going on between you two?!" She shouted.
The two men stopped what they were doing and froze. Then, Koji simple stated, "We're fighting over you Kaoru. Kenshin here, is jealous I have you."
Kenshin immediately stood up, almost knocking down his food. His eyes turned a fierce, golden amber and his voice was dangerously threatening. "I told you not to speak of Kaoru-dono as a possession." On instinct, his hand grabbed his sword, ready to take it out if necessary.
What?.. They're fighting over me? Kenshin's jealous? But he doesn't love me... Since when was I Koji's?... argh...
Koji broke her train of thoughts. He also rised to face the semi-battousai.
"Well Kenshin.. If it was a fight you wanted.. You could have just asked.." His sweet innocent voice was replaced by the total opposite.
"You don't deserve Kaoru-dono.." Kenshin whispered coldly.
Koji chuckled. "Che.. She'll be forever mine once I finish you off..."
This time Kenshin smirked. "Do you not know who I am?"
"I know perfectly who you are.. Battousai.."
Kenshin didn't look surprised at all. His smirk only grew wider. "Then I guess you would know of my abilities..."
Oh no.. Kenshin.. He's going to turn full Battousai...
"Kenshin, NO!" She screamed out loud.
His amber eyes turned to her and softened at her. She shivered under his gaze. He was surprised to see a single tear roll down Kaoru's cheek. "Kenshin.. Please don't.. Don't turn into Battousai.. You.. You can't.. You promised me.. Kenshin.. Please.." She whipsered so low. Then suddenly, she screamed, "You can't do this to me!" and ran out of the kitchen and the dojo completely.
Kenshin sighed and released his grip on his sword. "I will not fight you Koji.."
"BUT I WILL!" He screamed. Then, he slashed at Kenshin's shoulder blade.
Pain spread throughout his arm and blood dripped out.
Kenshin seethed and his eyes hardened once more. "Big mistake Koji..." Then, in the blink of an eye, he got out his reversed-blade sword and directed a bit towards Koji.
Koji didn't even see it coming. It all happened too fast to see. He became unconscience after the blow.
Kenshin sighed and sheathed his sword. Kaoru...
Then, he used his god-like speed to find the one he loved.
"Yo Fox!" Sano shouted. Saori stood beside him, unsure of what to say.
Megumi came out with a scowl on her face. "Grr.. What do you want Roosterhead?" She turned to Saori with a small smile. "Hello Saori! How are you? And what are you doing here with the rooster?" She emphasized 'rooster.'
"Um.. I wanted to thank you for helping me the other day Megumi-san.." She spoke shyly.
Megumi beamed and walked up to the young girl and hugged her. "Call me Megumi. And you're welcome.. But it's really all Ken-san's doing."
Sano coughed for attention. "Listen Fox.. I came here to talk about Kenshin and Koji." He said seriously.
Megumi didn't look surprised. "Sigh.. and Kaoru I presume?" Sano nodded.
Saori was puzzled. "What are you guys talking about?"
"Sigh.. Let's go inside.. We'll explain Saori.."
Saori nodded and the three walked inside the clinic.
In a deep forest...
"How long until we get there Aoshi-sama?" A girl with beautiful long braids questioned a tall man who held no expression on his face.
"About two days Misao." He answered.
Any normal person would think he has no emotion and is being cold towards the hyper girl. However, if you knew him well enough, you can tell he's more gentle towards this ninja girl than anyone else. His eyes seemed to hold that slight sparkle in his eye whenever she was near..
Hope you liked it! By the way, I'll fix up the whole Kenshin/Kaoru/Koji mess before I get into Saori's problems.. but I'm adding Aoshi and Misao into this whole thing.. So who knows what might happen.. RR PLEASE!
The One I Love Chapter 8 She Can't Love Him
All was peaceful once again at the Kamiya Dojo. It was night time and everyone was asleep. Everyone but.. the red-headed rurouni.
Kenshin was sitting on the porch, watching the beautiful night sky. The stars were twinkling like diamonds in the sky. He heard feet shuffling and turned around to face Saori. He smiled gently. "Saori-dono you should be in bed, that you should."
Saori blushed for getting caught. "I just wanted to thank you Kenshin.. You were the first person to ever show any kindness after..."
"It's no problem Saori-dono. I'm happy to help, that I am." Kenshin interrupted.
She walked closer to Kenshin and stopped in front of him. She leaned down and gave him a hug. Kenshin hid his surprise by wrapping his arms around her in response. Saori whispered thank you once again and then went back to the room Kaoru offered her. She turned her head to look back one more time at her rescuer that she's starting to fall for.
Kenshin smiled and watched her walk inside. Then, he turned back and looked up to see the sky.
"The sky is very beautiful.. Isn't it Kaoru-dono?"
Kaoru yelped and came out of her 'hiding place.' "Kenshin! I'm sorry.." She looked down, embarrassed to have been caught.
Kenshin faced her and smiled his rurouni smile that she loved so much. "No, that's alright Kaoru-dono.. Would you like to join me here?" He asked kindly with small hope.
Kaoru blushed and cracked a smile. Inside, she felt happy and pleased. "S..Sure.."
She sat down next to the rurouni, fiddling with her hands, uncertain of words to speak.
Kenshin turned to Kaoru. "That is a beautiful ring Kaoru-dono," he said lightly.
Her eyes made contact with his purple one's. "Oh! Um.. Thanks Kenshin..."
Flashback
Kaoru and Koji were strolling by the stream in comfortable silence. Suddenly, it was broken by the voice of Koji. He extended his hand for her to take and said, "Will you come with me Kaoru?"
She was puzzled as to why but accepted it hesitantly.
Koji took her hand and led her to the bridge where they both looked out watching the sunset.
"Gasp.. It's beautiful Koji..."
He faced her and looked deeply into her eyes. "Yes.. you are.."
She gazed into his cerulean orbs and blushed.
"Isn't this so peaceful Kaoru? I could stay here watching the sunset forever.."
"Yes.. It's wonderful.." She replied softly.
His lips curved to make a smile. "You know what's even better?"
She shook her head no and asked, "No.. What?"
"That I'm here watching it with you.." His tone was sincere.
Kaoru's cheeks turned red. "Thank you.."
Suddenly, he lowered down on one knee and took her hands in his.
Kaoru gasped. Wh..What's he doing?... "Koji..wh..what are you doing?..."
He looked into he reyes and began to speak. "Kaoru.. I know we've only known each other for a few days... But.. When I first saw you, I knew it was love at first sight.. That day when you bumped into me.. You also bumped into my life and I don't plan on letting you go.. Kaoru Kamiya.. I'm in love with you... and it's been the greatest thing in my life.. I can't imagine my life without you.. Will you marry me?" Koji held out a golden ring with a big diamond in the middle and looked expectantly at the stunned girl.
"K..Koji.. I..I'm sorry.. I don't know you well enough... I..I..I'm sorry.. I...can't accept this..."
Koji stood up. "I see.. but Kaoru.. May I ask for you to keep this ring as a reminder of my love for you?.. It doesn't have to be an engagement ring if you don't wish it to be..."
"koji.. I..."
"Please Kaoru.. Will you accept it?.."
Kaoru gave a slight smile. "Alright..."
"Thank you.." Then, he hugged her tightly.
End Flashback
I don't love him... I love Kenshin, she thought.
"Kaoru-dono? Are you alright?..."
Kaoru came out of her thoughts. "Oh.. Yes Kenshin.. Don't worry about me.."
"Kaoru-dono?.. May I ask who gave you such a beautiful ring?"
Gasp.. Should I tell him what happened?.. Well.. It's not like I accepted.. If I did.. Why would he care?.. Kaoru thought sadly. "H..He propsed to me that day we went for a walk.." She didn't catch Kenshin's eyes flash amber. "And I..I declined because I didn't know him well enough..and..he wanted me to keep the ring.."
Kenshin's eyes were a gentle rurouni violet again. "Do you love him Kaoru- dono?"
Kaoru was surprised. She didn't expect something like that. She also noticed the slight hurt in his voice, but shook it aside. "I..I..well..I could grow to love him...but..I..I don't..I..love someone else..."
She whispered the last part so softly, Kenshin almost didn't hear it. His heart pained when he heard that. "I'm sorry Kaoru-dono..." He whispered quietly.
He's so sweet, she thought. She smiled up at him. "Don't be sorry Kenshin.. You didn't do anything.."
I wish you'd smile for me everyday.. Kenshin thought. "Kaoru-dono.. The man that you love.. Does he love you back?"
Her face faultered. "I..uh..no..I don't think so.."
His heart broke at the look on her face. She looked heartbroken. Who wouldn't love Kaoru-dono? She's beautiful, smart, kind, and has a big heart.. She deserves the best..
"Don't worry Kaoru-dono.. I'm sure you will find a nice man who would love you for you.. Because I think you are beautiful, smart, and very kind, that I do.."
Di..Did he just say I was beautiful?.. Kaoru put a smile on her face. "Thank you Kenshin.. You're wonderful.."
"You're welcome Kaoru-dono.."
Kaoru chuckled. "Well.. I think I'd better get to bed now.. You should too okay?"
Kenshin smiled his rurouni smile. "Of course Kaoru-dono.. Good night.. Sweet dreams.."
Kaoru blushed. "You too Kenshin.. good night.." She got up and walked away.
Before shutting the door behind her, she looked back one more time. "Sigh.. I love you Kenshin.. I wish you knew.." She whispered so low Kenshin, luckily for her, didn't catch it.
Before she shut the door, Kenshin heard her whisper something but it was too quiet for him to make out. When she shut it and went inside, he turned to where she stood before. I love you Kaoru.. I wish I could tell you.. but.. you deserve someone better than me.. Someone without blooed tainted on their hands..
Kenshin let out a sad sigh and then stood up to go inside, with one last look at the stars. Before getting to the door however, he felt a presence behind him. His eyes hardened and his hand grabbed the hilt of his sword.
"What is she to you?" The person asked from behind him. It was a familiar voice.
Kenshin turned around, glaring at the person in front of him. "Who Koji?"
Koji smirked. "You know who I'm talking about Kenshin.. Kaoru.. What is she to you?" He asked harshly.
Kenshin's eyes narrowed dangerously. "That is none of your concern."
"Ooh.. Cold.. Well just to tell you.. I love her.. and I told her so. It won't be long now until she falls in love with me.. You, on the other hand, made no move whatsoever, so now you've just lost her to me." His smirk grew wider.
Kenshin's hand tightened on his grip of his sword. He glared hard at the man before him, and whispered, "You will not speak of Kaoru-dono as a prize or possession, that you won't."
"Che.. I can do what I want.." Then, he walked past Kenshin and went inside.
Kenshin stood there angry. Kaoru will not fall in love with him..
The next day at breakfast, no one was willing to say a word. Only the clatter of bowls and dishes were heard. Yahiko couldn't take it anymore. "OKAY! How come it's so quiet?!" He yelled.
No one replied back. They were all staring at their food like it was the most interesting thing in the world.
Yahiko scowled. "That's it! I'm out of here.. There's obviously something no one's telling me.. I'll be at the Akabeko. Bye." With that, he stood up and left.
A few moments later, Sano also stood up. "The kid's right.. There's something going on that I don't know of either.. I'm going to the Fox.." Before he walked away, a little voice stopped him. "Wait Sano.. I..I want to thank Megumi-san for helping me.. Can I go with you?.."
Sano didn't turn around. With just a small approving wave of his hand, he walked out. Saori stood up and quickly followed him. She glanced at the three people left for a split second, then ran after her tall friend.
Kenshin, Kaoru, and Koji were quiet.
A girl could only have so much patience. Kaoru felt the thick tension and snapped. "Yahiko and Sano are right! Something IS going on! I don't think I know what it is either! Saori was smart to have left with Sano with a decent excuse! What's going on between you two?!" She shouted.
The two men stopped what they were doing and froze. Then, Koji simple stated, "We're fighting over you Kaoru. Kenshin here, is jealous I have you."
Kenshin immediately stood up, almost knocking down his food. His eyes turned a fierce, golden amber and his voice was dangerously threatening. "I told you not to speak of Kaoru-dono as a possession." On instinct, his hand grabbed his sword, ready to take it out if necessary.
What?.. They're fighting over me? Kenshin's jealous? But he doesn't love me... Since when was I Koji's?... argh...
Koji broke her train of thoughts. He also rised to face the semi-battousai.
"Well Kenshin.. If it was a fight you wanted.. You could have just asked.." His sweet innocent voice was replaced by the total opposite.
"You don't deserve Kaoru-dono.." Kenshin whispered coldly.
Koji chuckled. "Che.. She'll be forever mine once I finish you off..."
This time Kenshin smirked. "Do you not know who I am?"
"I know perfectly who you are.. Battousai.."
Kenshin didn't look surprised at all. His smirk only grew wider. "Then I guess you would know of my abilities..."
Oh no.. Kenshin.. He's going to turn full Battousai...
"Kenshin, NO!" She screamed out loud.
His amber eyes turned to her and softened at her. She shivered under his gaze. He was surprised to see a single tear roll down Kaoru's cheek. "Kenshin.. Please don't.. Don't turn into Battousai.. You.. You can't.. You promised me.. Kenshin.. Please.." She whipsered so low. Then suddenly, she screamed, "You can't do this to me!" and ran out of the kitchen and the dojo completely.
Kenshin sighed and released his grip on his sword. "I will not fight you Koji.."
"BUT I WILL!" He screamed. Then, he slashed at Kenshin's shoulder blade.
Pain spread throughout his arm and blood dripped out.
Kenshin seethed and his eyes hardened once more. "Big mistake Koji..." Then, in the blink of an eye, he got out his reversed-blade sword and directed a bit towards Koji.
Koji didn't even see it coming. It all happened too fast to see. He became unconscience after the blow.
Kenshin sighed and sheathed his sword. Kaoru...
Then, he used his god-like speed to find the one he loved.
"Yo Fox!" Sano shouted. Saori stood beside him, unsure of what to say.
Megumi came out with a scowl on her face. "Grr.. What do you want Roosterhead?" She turned to Saori with a small smile. "Hello Saori! How are you? And what are you doing here with the rooster?" She emphasized 'rooster.'
"Um.. I wanted to thank you for helping me the other day Megumi-san.." She spoke shyly.
Megumi beamed and walked up to the young girl and hugged her. "Call me Megumi. And you're welcome.. But it's really all Ken-san's doing."
Sano coughed for attention. "Listen Fox.. I came here to talk about Kenshin and Koji." He said seriously.
Megumi didn't look surprised. "Sigh.. and Kaoru I presume?" Sano nodded.
Saori was puzzled. "What are you guys talking about?"
"Sigh.. Let's go inside.. We'll explain Saori.."
Saori nodded and the three walked inside the clinic.
In a deep forest...
"How long until we get there Aoshi-sama?" A girl with beautiful long braids questioned a tall man who held no expression on his face.
"About two days Misao." He answered.
Any normal person would think he has no emotion and is being cold towards the hyper girl. However, if you knew him well enough, you can tell he's more gentle towards this ninja girl than anyone else. His eyes seemed to hold that slight sparkle in his eye whenever she was near..
Hope you liked it! By the way, I'll fix up the whole Kenshin/Kaoru/Koji mess before I get into Saori's problems.. but I'm adding Aoshi and Misao into this whole thing.. So who knows what might happen.. RR PLEASE!