Hey, I'm updating again! Happy? Well this chapter is devoted to insanity, coke, and talking to fans at night (yes, you Koishii sweet.) You wanted fluff, I bring you fluff! Extra long! And I don't own Rurouni Kenshin, wah!

Kaoru woke the next day at 5:00 am, she tossed and turned to no avail. She decided to go for a jog, as if was, of course, good for you. She put on her sports bra and shorts after flipping her hair in a high pony tail. On her way out, she stepped on her scale and cursed.

"Oh man! 105 pounds!" she whined. "I gained 5 pounds!" (An: Is that high? Cause I'm really thin, like I'm 13 and weigh 75 pounds)

The day was relatively warm, as it was still summer. It was completely dark out, so she brought her Bokken with her, in case she needed it. Not many people were out, so she just ran, not stopping, not even at roads. It was too early for people (An: Not in Tokyo, but work with me here)

Suddenly, Kaoru swore she saw a red flash. "That kind of looked like Battousai's hair." she thought aloud. "But he wouldn't be out this early. It was probably just a trick of my eyes, no one can run that fast." she suddenly had the temptation to smack herself. "Of course he would, and yes he can!"

Now, the figure, she could sort of see him a few blocks ahead, turned a corner. "Shit!" she shouted. "Now I'll never catch him...unless." she took a turn at the corner she was on and caught a glimpse of the figure ahead. She sprinted with all of the energy she had left towards him and shouted "Oy. Himura sensei." (Aka Hey, Mr. Himura) at the top of her lungs.

As she suspected, Battousai turned around so fast that he was a blur. "Ka...Kaoru?" he questioned. "What are you doing here this early in the morning?"

"I was out for a jog when I saw you run by. I just followed." she told him plainly. "No, I'm not stalking you, idiot."

"Kaoru, I'm touched you missed me so...but you shouldn't be in this part of town, you could get hurt." he responded, clearly on edge. This frightened Kaoru, what could scare Battousai?

It was only then did she see that she was in the 'bad side' of town. Which was odd, because she didn't know why he'd be here.

"I'm not even going to ask why you're here." she started. "I'll just guess that you have some business concerning you."

He just nodded.

"But I just used up all of my energy to catch up to you, so I don't think I'll be going anywhere for a while." Kaoru continued.

Battousai looked startled, then he gave a resolved sigh, reached his arms around Kaoru, and carried her bride-style. (x wouldn't you like to see that when they get married!) "I'll just have to carry you back." he said plainly.

"That's not what I meant, Battousai." Kaoru replied with a sweat drop. "What if someone saw us, you'd get in so much trouble." she added in an attempt to be put down.

Her attempt failed. He whispered in her ear, "They wont even see us go by." and began to run with his god like speed. Kaoru was content to hold on to Battousai, her face at Ab height. (droolz Battousai's abs!) The ride was over quickly and Kaoru was put down on her front step.

She gave him a hug, "Thank you Himura sensei." she told him. As the name obviously grated on his nerves. "And by the way, how do you know where I live?"

He blushed, which was a sight to see. "I...um...just happened to walk by one day and see it was your house." he ventured.

"In other words, you were stalking me?" she asked, and was answered by a nod. She patted him on the head, "I don't care, just as long as you didn't watch me bathe, sensei."

He just gave a sly grin and said "No promises there Koishii."

Kaoru smacked him on the head and went inside to get ready for school.

When Kaoru arrived at school, she was tired because she ran the entire way. As she staggered to her locker, mumbling something that sounded like "Enough with the running, already," Misao and Megumi caught her.

"Hey Kaoru!" Misao shrieked as she grabbed her friend. "There is this really cool club that opens tonight. It's called Club Sapphire. (Yeah, I know, for those of you who go to chibifriends.com)

"Kaoru, it's suppose to be awesome." Megumi added. "You can bring our teacher." she gave a nerve grinding laugh as fox ears popped up "Ohohohoho!"

Kaoru just shook her head and prepared for history class. Much to her surprise, when the history teacher came in, it wasn't her normal teacher, it was Battousai, or more like it, Himura sensei. His eyes were a bright purple color, he was shielding his Battousai-ness (snicker Can you imagine Battousai as a teacher in an all girl school?)

"Hello class. I'm aware that I'm not your normal history teacher, but Miss. Toki (yeah yeah I know already) got sick." Battousai started. "I am the next most knowledgeable in this subject so I will be subbing."

All of the girls were on the edge of their seats to get a better look at their hot new teacher.

"Can someone tell me what you are studying?" he continued.

Kaoru raised her hand. "We are studying the revolution that brought about the Meji era, Himura sensei." she told him, knowing that he'd JUST love this subject, and smiling in the satisfaction that that name got on his nerves again.

For most of the period Battousai talked about the government situation and the samurai that fought the wars. At the end of class, he asked for questions. And, of course, someone asked about the Hitokiri Battousai. Kaoru could have sworn she saw his eyes shift golden for a second.

(SPOILER ALERT!)"I am glad you asked this question." Battousai started. "I happen to know the most about Battousai as he was my ancestor." This comment caused everyone to be on the edge of their seats. Who would admit to be a relation of the Hitokiri? "I'll tell you about the war first. Battousai was a slave, at the beginning of the war. The slavers he was traveling with got killed by a band of thieves. He was the only survivor as he was saved by a man named Seijuro Hiko (sp?). This man then instructed Battousai in the art of kendo. This was a special technique called Hiten Mitsuruugi Ryu. He trained in this form of kendo and learned all it's secrets. He then became an assassin. He killed many a good man, and caused much grief." Kaoru could see the pain on his face as he thought about Tomoe. "Battousai accidentally killed the woman he loved when she threw himself in front of his blade. He then fought the last battle and left, forever." when he finished, it was already 5 minutes into lunch. No one was moving. They were stunned, no one knew why Battousai had left the war, and now, suddenly, they did. Then someone asked what happened to him after that and if he ever found love again.

Battousai smiled, with a hint of mischief in his eyes. Kaoru knew he was going to tell the truth, the WHOLE truth. "Battousai became a rurouni, taking up his real name, Kenshin Himura." at the stunned silence, he added. "I was named after my ancestor." People relaxed. "He traveled as a rurouni for ten years. Then, Battousai met a girl. He saved her from a band of bandits and she gave him a place to live for his help, even when she learned of who he was, she let him stay. This girl owned a dojo and taught kendo. After years had passed, they got married, and had a little boy named Kenji. Kenshin was called again to go to another war, in China. (I think) While he was over seas, he contracted leprosy and with his last ounce of energy, he went back home to his wife. He died that day in her arms, and she later died of the same disease." (END ALERT)

"This girl," spoke one of the students, "What was her name?" Battousai smirked at Kaoru and replied, "Kamiya Kaoru."

Everyone stopped at once. They all began to ask Kaoru questions. She just shouted for quiet and replied. "She was my grandmother, with a whole lot of greats before it."

On the way out of the classroom, Kaoru smacked Battousai upside the head. "What was that for?!" she screeched. "You didn't have to tell them everything!"

He just smiled and nuzzled her hair, "Yes I did, Koishii. Everyone must know our story." then he walked off, whistling.

"That man!" Kaoru fumed. "He is such an asshole, and yet, I still love him so much." she just shook her head and headed to the dreaded class, math.

At kendo practice that day, Kaoru got paired to practice with Sanosuke and his Zanbattou. She was much to fast for him and wore him out by the end of class, winning her a default victory.

As Megumi and Misao left, they called to Kaoru. "Don't forget, Club Sapphire tonight." she nodded and helped Battousai with the mats. Half way through, she got an evil idea, a way to get back at Battousai.

"Hey, Battousai, I have a little time, so why don't we pair off again?" she wondered, eyes carefully innocent.

"Sure, I guess. If you're really looking to loose again." he told her, radiating ego.

They picked a Sakabattou and paired off, taking guard stance. Battousai was expecting her to attack immediately, but she skipped away, and thus, her torture began.

Kaoru took down her hair, and let it fall in waves down her back. She feigned dropping her hair tie and bent down, slowly, very slowly, to pick it up. This 'accidentally' revealed more cleavage than necessary. (An: Don't worry, it's staying Pg) Battousai stopped in his tracks. Kaoru moved forward slowly, swinging her hips. She was right in front of Battousai now and put her Sakabattou to his throat.

"You loose, Battousai." she murmured into his ear.

He jumped back a few paces, open mouthed, and wide eyed. "Ho...how did you do that?" he asked, clearly upset.

"Never underestimate the powers of a woman's charms," Kaoru stated. "And the power of payback."

Battousai was miffed. No one was supposed to be able to beat him, no one. Though, he had to admit, he'd rather it be Kaoru than someone who wanted him dead, like Enishi. (An: He'll be in the next chappie, for you magiabruxa...but he'll be evil, kay?!)

"Awww!" Kaoru said as she patted him on the head. "Don't be such a sore looser. No one but us knows what happened."

"Yeah," he said gruffly. "But you'll never let me live it down."

"True dat!" She grinned happily. "But in honor of my good sportsmanship, you have to come with Aioshi, Misao, Megumi, Sanosuke, and me to that new club downtown."

Battousai blanched. Kaoru was basically asking him on a date, not that he was unhappy, but hey, it was freaky. "Sure." That was it, nothing but one word.

"Great!" she replied. "You pick me up at eight?"

Battousai sweat-dropped. "I though I was going with you. Why don't we take your car?"

"I don't drive." she said plainly. "I am old enough, of course, but running is better for you."

"Fine," he said waving his hand. "I'll pick you up at eight!"

Kaoru smiled and began the long run home.

At 7:56 pm, Kaoru was dressed and downstairs. She was wearing a light blue halter-top, a black mini skirt, and huge black boots. Her hair was thrown up into a loose bun, and she wore pink lipstick. All and all, she looked great.

At exactly, 8:00pm, Battousai knocked at the door. Kaoru went to open it, and was stunned. Battousai had thrown his hair into a high ponytail, with a few strands hanging over his eyes. He wore slightly ripped blue jeans and a black muscle shirt. The shirt showed off his physique, and caused Kaoru to drool. (An: ME TOO! Droolz) To top off the whole ensemble, he wore a black leather jacket. (OMG! Wouldn't that look so hot on him?)

And at the same time Kaoru was checking him out, Battousai was giving her the once over. Since he had only seen her in a school or kendo uniform, her new clothes were a nice change.

He held out his arm, "Shall we go, darling?" he asked, in a mock British accent. (An: LOL XD)

"Certainly." she responded, in the same accent, then broke into fits of giggles. "You sounded so funny when you did that." she told him.

Battousai smiled. "I'm glad I can make you laugh, Koishii."

As she got in the car, Kaoru explained to him that "The others will meet us there, okay?" He nodded in understanding. The rest of the car ride was full of chatter and the occasional Bokken whap from Kaoru to Battousai who was trying to use the mirror to look down her shirt.

When they arrived, the place was packed. It took nearly ten minutes for them to find the others. When they did, they found them clustered on the dance floor, shaking their 'groove thang.' (An: Aioshi grind dancing...hysterical laughter)

Megumi laughed, "Ohohohohohoho! I see you brought our teacher Kaoru." She just thwaped Megumi and started to dance.

Battousai began to slip back into the crowd, watching Kaoru dance all the way, and desperately trying not to be caught escaping. This was, of course, all in his plan. He was going to challenge Kaoru to a dance off, just to get back for the kendo match.

Kaoru caught a glimpse of Battousai sinking into the crowd. She dashed forward and caught his arm. "Where are you going, Battousai? Frightened of a little dancing?" she taunted.

"No Kaoru, I'm not. I can dance very well, thank you very much." he responded, leading her on.

"Care to show me?" she replied.

"Is that a challenge, Koishii?" he asked gruffly. "Are you challenging me to a dance off?"

"Maybe I am." she replied, ending the conversation. She began to dance back into the crowd, Battousai followed.

When they reached a spot near the middle of the dance floor, the crowds were less and they began their match.

Kaoru began dancing, mixing a little of hip hop with some of her own moves. She was moving in time with the music, twirling her hands and moving her hips. When the song changed to a more upbeat tune, Kaoru got quicker and Battousai began to dance.

He started break dancing. and Kaoru had to admit, he was good. They had developed an audience, when someone shouted, "Dance off!" over the music, and almost everyone was watching.

The girls blushed and giggled about 'the hot guy with the cool moves' (Aka Battousai.) While the guys talked about 'the chick who can shake it.'

Battousai and Kaoru danced until both of them collapsed on top of each other, out of breath.

"Draw." Kaoru managed to gasp. "We tied."

At that moment, Battousai was pulled away by a band of his fangirls, and Kaoru was dragged away by her fanboys. (Not anime fangirls/fanboys, for the dancing)

"Oh my god." shrieked a fangirl. "You are like so totally awesome."

Battousai sweat dropped, "That's nice, but I have to go..." he never got to finish because another broke in,

"Where do you go to school?" she asked.

"I don't, I'm a teacher." he replied. "But I need to go talk..."

Again, he was cut off, "What do you teach?"

"Kendo! God damn it! I don't want to deal with you!" he shouted and stalked away. The girls wined and cried and soon dispersed.

Unfortunately, Kaoru was having a similar time. She had just finished describing her name, where she went to school, and what her favorite pass time was to the boys, when Battousai pushed through.

"Come on, Kaoru." he told her sternly, just daring any of the punks around her to try and stop him.

One of them seemed not to take the hint and said "Maybe the girlie don't wanna come with you." he pushed Battousai back a little bit. (Yeah, I know, the fight is so common Shonen)

Battousai spun around and grabbed the assailant's hand, bending back the fingers, and digging his nails into the man's cuticles. "Don't touch me." he said in this deep, cold voice.

Kaoru sighed and smacked Battousai lightly on the head.

"You see, she don't wanna come with you." put in another boy, totally missing the point.

Kaoru pulled her Bokken out of hammerspace (the place anime characters get the things that pop into their hands) and smacked the guy on the head. "Of course I want to go with him, you idiots. I just didn't want him to start a big fight and kill anybody." she said to the boys, and to Battousai she said, "Let's go sensei."

Battousai and Kaoru danced a little bit more, until Kaoru spied the DDR machines. She got this evil grin on her face, and said "Hey Battousai, why don't we settle our score with this?" She said, pointing at the DDR machines.

Battousai looked at Kaoru like she was insane. "What are those?" he asked.

Now it was Kaoru's turn to look amazed. "You've never heard of DDR?" When he shook his head, she explained, "DDR is a dancing game. You watch the arrows on the screen, and move your feet on the pads to match the arrows." Battousai nodded in understanding.

"Um, okay Kaoru, you've got a deal." he told her and began to drag her to the machines.

Kaoru then explained the grades you could get, and freestyle (the only way to play!)

When they reached the machines, they had to wait until Aioshi and Sano finished their showdown match, both got a C.

Kaoru and Battousai got up, and Kaoru chose a song called Bumblebee (I love that song!)

Kaoru moved her feet to fit the arrows, throwing in a few moves of her own. Her hands touched the pads, as did her hips, feet, and shoulders. She was break dancing on the machine, hitting almost every cue.

Battousai, however, was doing awesome. After he got the hang of it, he used his god like speed to hit every single cue. He was using everything, head, face, hair, you name it, he used it. And of course, if you saw this from a third person perspective, you were laughing hysterically because both of them were so into it.

When the song ended, a few minutes later, they were shot, having used all of their energy up. Kaoru and Battousai waited anxiously until the score came up, Kaoru got an A. She did a little dance.

"In your face Battousai!" she said, smirking. Only to have Battousai point at his score, A, 100%.

"I believe I won that little match Koishii." he whispered into her ear as she gaped at his score. "Do I get a present?" he asked.

"Maybe," Kaoru told him, smirking, "I have to go use the restroom first." Her tactic wasn't to use the bathroom, it was to get herself away until she could think of some way to defeat him, for good. Even though, deep inside, she knew it would never happen.

Kaoru rounded the corner and stepped through the door at the end of the corridor. It opened into an alley.

"This is obviously not the ladies room." she mumbled, and as she was turning around, someone put their hand over her mouth and everything went black.

CLIFFIE! Sorry for that, but I'm sleepy, and I have to end it now. I might not update for a while, because I have exams and I'll be cramming. Next chappie is full of Battousai rescuing goodness, and being generally sexy. Shishiou (sp?), Enishi, and Saitou will be appearing.

Moonlight's sorrow: Thankies for looking it up. And I'm glad you like the story so far!

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Seresute: Really? Personally, I thought it sucked, but I'm just over analyzing.

Magiabruxa: He'll be here next chappie, I promise. Only he'll be a bad guy.

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SPECIAL THANKS TO Koishii Sweet for contacting me and telling me how much she liked the story. It made me feel really loved inside. Throws Battousai plushie to Koishii sweet Now for a shameless plug, read Koishii sweet's stories. They're really funny! I can do a plug for this because it ain't mine.
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