By Satosh1
Chapter 1: The Attraction
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They've defeated the "Angel Twins" together, side-by-side. Made a fool of themselves while landing on top of each other's Evas within the large blast from the death of their adversary. Their admittance of each other's late night encounter alone in Misato's apartment became all the hilarity within nearly all of NERV's staff. It was obvious; they were both attracted to one another. Expressing just a hint of interest in nearly all of their pointless little feuds, the only people who couldn't perceive their close infatuation would be themselves. Their guardian, Misato, had never meant to have them become so "close", but she figured it be best not to bother them, thinking she would need the amusement within the housing every once in awhile.
And so they lay there within the crater, standing on their Evas with internal phone in hand and continuing their feud, ever so greatly akin to a couple's quarrel.
Nightfall.
Daylight became naught, with nary a hint of existence. Darkness engulfed the skies and dimmed the clouds. The light of glowing stars shone down upon everyone within the city of Tokyo-3. Tranquil silver moonlight seeped into the apartment building porch window, where the three NERV employees peacefully reside.
Asuka searched around the kitchen for snacks while Shinji and Misato were in their bedrooms. Finding a bag of chips in one of the drawers, Asuka immediately had it cuddled within her grasp with a perky show, and then happily skipped into the living room. A television and couch were present along with a couple of magazines that rested atop a small table, and it was void of any other presence. With the bag of chips still clutched onto her like a teddy bear, she noticed no one being there and seized the opportunity to obtain a quiet relaxation with her own personal space and pick of TV channels.
Lying leisurely on the tatami floor with a small blue pillow beneath her and gazing deeply into the TV, Asuka grabbed a handful of chips and shoved it down her mouth, rustling and chewing the chips so obnoxiously that both Misato and Shinji could easily hear from within their own bedrooms. But they didn't mind, as they've gotten used to Asuka's bother. Grabbing the remote and changing channels frequently, she gave a small sigh of boredom.
Having been sick of staying within such a confined space, Shinji stepped out of his room and sat on the couch beside Asuka with S-DAT on hand, listening to it and closing his eyes for the immersion. Asuka was surprised to see Shinji sitting just a feet away from her. She glanced at him and noticed how cute he was when he listened to his S-DAT, lying there so peacefully. And then she also noticed he had his eyes closed. She smiled mischievously, thinking it would be the most perfect of opportunities to test their affections; if be true or not.
Asuka playfully kicked Shinji's ankle, and then quickly looked away, her face immediately emanating a color of bright crimson. Of course, Shinji knew it was her.
He smiled at her tease while watching Asuka, her hesitantly grabbing a chip and eating it. Coincidentally, she also glanced back to look at Shinji, not knowing he was looking also. Their eyes to one another, Asuka quickly and shyly looked away. She giggled a bit.
Shinji 's smile became more vibrant as he closed his eyes to listen to his music... though he was thinking about Asuka more than anything else. Leaning back, he laid there contentedly, his thoughts filled only with images of Asuka's beautiful facade. He knew that Asuka liked him and he oh so wanted to be with her, but while thinking of how to approach... that easily didn't become his best suite. Sighing, he continued with his listening to music.
Laying there for a couple of minutes with not a care in the world, he slouched a little more as his favorite song played on his S-DAT, happily nodding with the beats and also motioning his hands and fingers to its catchy rhythm. Then suddenly, an impulsive impression from what felt like someone sitting beside him, startled Shinji but not enough to disturb his otherwise comfortable seating. To a surprise, Shinji felt a slight warmth on his right side and then a rubbing of someone's slender arms that wrapped around his chest in a warmly embrace.
It caused him to jump upwards. He quickly opened his eyes to see that it was unexpectedly, Asuka cradled upon him, her face lovingly buried onto his chest. Shinji was astounded. This was a feeling of affection he was receiving, something Shinji has never experienced or have ever seen before. Moreover, it was an opportune time to become closer to Asuka, without the fear of rejection. But sadly, he still had doubts.
Shinji persuaded himself to wrap his arms around her and he did so, just not quite as smooth or as slick as he wanted. His arms hesitantly approached Asuka's slender waist, having already felt her bodily warmth. Asuka grabbed Shinji's arms with impatience and wrapped them unto herself, continuing to snuggle onto Shinji's chest with a noticeable smile on her face, her tranquil eyes at peace. Shinji finally felt calm, realizing he had the most beautiful girl in his arms, and one he had longed to have. He stroked her hair very gently, and stayed together in this loving embrace for a time.
Misato witnessed everything through her bedroom door, admiring every bit of their affection. As not to interfere, she slid her door shut and continued on with her work. Misato knew she had to report absolutely everything that occurs to the pilots without apprehension or else risk losing her job, but she made an exception. NERV would surely end the relationship if it came to the disturbance of their piloting the Evas, and so she thought it better not to include it. She knew Shinji and Asuka having never gotten the normal lives of most other kids, and she decided it would be best for them both. Misato admired her own compassion and smiled.
The Next Morning.
Asuka, with a sunny complexion and liveliness all the same, swiftly jumped out of her bed and skipped along towards the bathroom where she took a nice, warm bath. She then got out after a time and dried up with a towel, then wrapped it around her waist. Grabbing a brush, she carefully combed and straightened her hair. Today was grand day to her, as she finally opened her feelings to a boy she has always sought after. Never will she have to hide anything through such ridiculous quarrels, any longer.
Her urge to see Shinji's face came unto her, and in so, she hastily cleaned up and put on her school clothing while dragging her bag on the floor then skipped onwards to Shinji's door, thoroughly preparing her cute appearance for him. Sliding the door away from her, Asuka entered Shinji's bedroom and playfully poked at his cheek to awaken him. With slight annoyance, Shinji unwillingly opened his eyes and immediately noticed Asuka, her hair having been combed into a glimmering perfection under the low light of his room. Her fresh, clean scent enthralled his senses. He quickly got up and readied himself for their "first date."
Saying their goodbyes to Misato for the day, Shinji and Asuka walked together out of the apartments and into the city streets of Tokyo-3, still quite a ways to the school. They conversed of their earlier days as a pilot-in-training for the Evas and had at times, mentioned the ever so enigmatic Rei. Their eyes never strayed away from each other.
Asuka grabbed and held her hand with his, with Shinji blushing by the touch, as they arrived to school. Both knew to their evident show of affection that it would easily welcome troubles and many a controversy from the students. But they didn't care, for they knew they both loved each other, and naught be able to shatter their indestructible bond.
Or... can it?---------------------------------------
to be continued...