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Chapter 3: The Roof... And Fireflies?!
We were all sitting around in the dojo participating in idle talk. Saito was smoking a cigarette, Kenshin playing with Ayame and Yahiko bickering with Kaoru again. Seeing that no one was very busy, I decided to gather them in a circle again.
Kenshin: Yuki-dono? Oro? Is anything wrong?
Me: No, no. I just wanted to continue with our interview. (The rest of them nod their head) Okay, Sanosuke! What's with the craze about beef hot pot?
Sano: Mmm. –licks his lips- Beef hot pot is delicious! I can go on about it the whole day-
Kaoru: (Interrupts) Yeah, since that's the only thing you ever eat.
Sano: -Rolls eyes- Better than your cooking. Anyway, the ambience at the restaurant is very nice. Not only that I don't have to pay for my meal, but I get to whack people that don't pay up! Heh! Heh!
Me: Very... gracious of you? Heh! Err, Kenshin, Master Hiko has been your sensei for many years. So what is the worst attribute about him?
Kenshin: Bah! He likes to put me down! He thinks I'm insecure! He makes fun of me all the time! (Goes Battousai-eyed) Grr! Just talking about that makes me mad! But nonetheless, he is a strong and good sensei (A/N: Sensei means teacher).
Yahiko: Ah... But I think he's one of the coolest fighters around! Remember when he fought Fuji? He's truly cool! Ha-ha! (Big grin on his face)
Kenshin: Oro? Was he that great? Well, I don't deny that.
Me: Err. (Feeling very awkward) Let's move on. Saito, why do you keep smoking? Don't you know it's bad for health?
Saito: It's really none of your business. (Kaoru glares at him) Fine. These funny leaves wrapped up in thin paper... They have a certain effect to me. Makes my sword style much more effective somehow. (Weird stares from Kenshin-gumi) What?
Me: Well, I guess everyone has their own power-boosting ways. It's getting quite late. Maybe we should all turn in now. We'll continue with this tomorrow, yup? (Grins)
Kaoru: Yes, I think you're right. Yuki-san, I already prepared the spare room for you. Please make yourself comfortable!
Me: Hai. Arigato, Kaoru-dono. You're very kind. (Smiles)
Sano: I'm so sleepy... (Yawns)
Megumi: Sleeping and eating. That's the only thing you know how to do. –Starts to walk out of the room-
Sano: At least I'm not a fox doctor who throws herself at guys! (Glares)
Megumi: I do not throw myself at guys! What are you hinting at!
Sano: Shut up fox doctor. I'm sleepy. –Leaves the room-
-Saito sleeps in the dojo, the rest of the Kenshin-gumi and I retire to our rooms-
Just as I was snuggling under the covers of my blanket to go to sleep, I heard several noises on top of the roof. Knowing that it must probably be Kenshin and Kaoru, I decided not to eavesdrop and let them have some private moments for once.
Meanwhile, at the rooftop...
Kenshin: It's such a peaceful night...
Kaoru: Hai... (Looks around) Especially when it's high up here on the rooftop.
Kenshin: Kaoru-dono.
Kaoru: Hai, Kenshin?
Kenshin: I have a surprise for you...
-Kenshin pulls out a jar of trapped fireflies and set them free. The fireflies glow brightly in the night sky, creating a very romantic atmosphere-
Kaoru: (Shocked) K-Kenshin...This... This is wonderful. You did this for me...? Kenshin...
Kenshin: Kaoru-dono. I've wanted to tell you that I love you for so long. Your smile never failed to captivate me. And your bravery and strength is truly admirable. I can't hold back anymore, Kaoru-dono. I love you. –Grabs Kaoru's hands-
Kaoru: Oh Kenshin! I-I can't believe this is happening... I love you too Kenshin. I love you too.
-Looking into each other's eyes longingly, their love truly prevails. Pulling into a hug, Kenshin finally gives Kaoru a kiss.-
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