sapphirebubbles: ohayo, minna-san! this is my first fanfics so... i hope you will like it! i also accept reviews and some constructive criticism! just a warning, i am a 100 ken-kao fanatic, so for tomoe fans, gomen! i have nothing against her, but i dislike her just the same! hehehe! arigato gozaimasu! ja ne!
Disclaimer: I don't own Rurouni Kenshin! Wish I do, though! Anyway, they are Watsuko-sama's! Enjoy!
Last time...
"I can do this."Kaoru said resolutely. She opened the door, then stepped out. Get ready to face the music.
Chapter 4: Round Two
Kenshin sat at the table, sighing. He was waiting for Kaoru for at least an hour, his patience was wearing thin. Though slightly annoyed, he was relieved. He doesn't know what he'd do once she got here. Lately, he has been acting on impulse. He might ravage her on the spot. His eyes turnes amber for a second, then returned to amethyst. He sighed. What is this girl- no, woman- doing to him?
"Kenshin?" a voice called softly.
She's here... Turning around, he willed himself to calm down and not to drool. She was wearing a silk skirt and a sleeveless top, which showed her lean arms, and accentuated her curves nicely.
"Let's eat." he stated, after collecting himself. She nodded, sitting opposite to Kenshin. They were in the front lawn, a large umbrella shielding them from the sun.
"Kaoru-dono--" Kenshin started.
"Kaoru is fine, Kenshin. Or do you want me to call you Himura-san?" she teased, eating her pancakes. He smiled.
"You're in a good mood today, aren't you? Kaoru, it is then. First, you're going to enroll in my school, with all the classes the same as me." She nodded for him to continue. "Second, you're still going to pretend as my girlfriend." Her fork clattered to the table.
"Really?" she asked, not wanting to sound too eager.
"Yeah. Sano could get into deep trouble if his dad got word he bought a girl. Dad might know too and that's not a pretty sight, though I think he'll sorta understand. I just want them to treat you as an equal... And third, well... maybe you could get the girls off of my back. They're a little too... eager, that they are."
Girls? "Sou ka..."
"So, are you ready, Mi-- Kaoru?"
"Hai."
"Let's go then."
The black limousine stopped in front of a large building, bearing the name, 'Seijuro High'. Kenshin stepped out, holding his hand for Kaoru. She took it, emerging from the limousine.
"We own the school..." he answered to her inquisitive gaze, still holding her hand. She nodded.
Then...
"KENSHIN!!!" A horde of screaming girls was advancing towards the pair.
"Not again..." Kenshin muttered under his breath. Kaoru glanced at him.
So this is what Kenshin's talking about... Kaoru thought, scooting closer to the redhead. Would it be wrong if I kiss him? Maybe... but he did say I am his girlfriend, though not real... and maybe I could prevent these girls from snagging MY Kenshin. Wait a sec-- MY Kenshin?
In an abrupt motion, she grabbed Kenshin's nape, pulling him down for a kiss. Too shocked to comprehend anything, he didn't respond for a while. After realizing Kaoru's actions, he grinned inwardly, then crushed her to his chest, deepening the kiss.
She moaned softly, holding on to him for support. When he inserted his tongue in her mouth, she thought she had just died and gone to heaven.
"KENSHIN-SAMA?!" a voice shrieked, causing the couple to break the kiss. Kaoru was panting heavily, her face flushed. Kenshin was in no better state.
"What is it, Reika?" A beautiful blonde walked up to Kaoru, then slapped her across the face.
"How dare you kiss Kenshin-sama!" the girl shouted. Kaoru didn't even move an inch, but Kenshin did. His eyes were raging amber, and he shielded Kaoru with his body.
"Reika, I highly suggest you don't touch my girlfriend anymore, or else you will pay dearly." He said in a VERY low and dangerous tone of voice.
"Girlfriend?!" Reika screamed. "This whore is your girlfriend?!"
"Reika!" Kenshin roared. "My girlfriend-" A hand settled on his arm.
"Kenshin..." Kaoru said softly. "Stop..." The effect was immediate. His eyes returned to amethyst, and he calmed down.
"Kaoru..."
Just then, Sano, Aoshi and Misao appeared.
"Yo, Kenshin, what's up?" Sano asked casually.
"Kenshin! Kaoru-chan? What are you doing here?" Misao asked cheerfully.
Kaoru smiled at her bubbly attitude.
"I will be studying here, Misao-chan." Kaoru said.
"Really?! What classes are you in? I mean, are you my classmate? Ooh! This is going to be so much fun! Like, you and Kenshin with me and my Aoshi!" Misao babbled.
"Sanosuke-sama! Aoshi-sama!" Reika gushed, and so did the other girls. Misao's eyes narrowed dangerously.
"Aoshi's taken." Misao bit out, latching to Aoshi's arm.
"So you decided to have her, eh, Kenshin?" Sano remarked, smirking.
"Let's go, Kaoru..." Kenshin took her hand, then proceeded to the building. All the girls were still shocked over Kenshin's behavior. He rarely shouts, and to a girl, nevertheless. Then...
"KENSHIN-SAMA!" The screaming fangirls shouted, following the pair.
"He loves her..." Aoshi suddenly announced, startling Sano and Misao.
"I know..." Sano replied. Misao silently agreed.
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History Class...
"Good morning, ahous..." Saitou Hajime said, the history teacher, while puffing a cigarette. He didn't wait for a reply. "Today, you've got a new classmate. Everybody welcome, Kaoru Kamiya." he said unenthusiastically.
Another ahou to take care of... Saitou thought inwardly.
Kaoru stood up from her seat (which is next to Kenshin) then faced the class.
"Hajime mashita. Watashi wa Kamiya Kaoru desu." she bowed. The boys all started to hoot, then faltered, seeing Kenshin's glare, eyes molten amber, which says, 'Kaoru is MINE. You touch her, you die.' The boys gulped, immediately tearing their eyes away. No one can stand to look Kenshin in the eye when he has those amber ones.
"Sit down, Kamiya. Himura, you showed her everything about the school?"
"Yes, sensei. I will continue touring my GIRLFRIEND on the places here." Kenshin stated, stressing on the 'girlfriend' part, which clearly sent a message to the boys who want to hit on Kaoru.
Kaoru just sighed. I didn't know Kenshin will be so possessive... well, I am his possession... she thought ruefully.
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Lunch...
When Kaoru and Kenshin entered the canteen, everybody quieted. Kenshin ignored them, Kaoru behind him.
"Did you know that slut there is Kenshin's girlfriend?"
"Who is that wench?" Gossips were heard, and Kenshin deliberately ignored everything, trying to keep his temper in check.
How dare they insult Kaoru like that?! She's the most beautiful, kindest, loveliest, sexiest and most adorable person on earth! Did I say she's gorgeous and elegant and amazing and-- whoa! Stop gushing man! Anyway, how dare they! If I got fed up with them, I'll kick them out of our school! Kenshin thought grimly.
"Kenshin?" her angelic voice cut through his thoughts. "Where are we going?"
"Oro? Hehe... gomen. We're going to the rooftop, that we are. But first, Kaoru should get her food, that you should."
"Hai..."
When they reached the counter...
"I would like a--" Kenshin started.
"Himura-san? Oh, what is your order?" Sekihara Tae asked.
"Tae-san? Is that you?" Kaoru piped in.
"Kaoru-chan? Ohmigod! It's you! What brings you here?"
"I study here Tae-san. How about you?"
"I work part-time here, then at the Akabeko. Wait, how come I don't see you around?"
"I- uh- just got here..."
Cough.
"I'm surprised you know my girlfriend, Tae-dono." Kenshin cut in.
"Girlfriend? Kaoru-chan is-"
"Hai, Tae-dono. Anyway, we-"
"SUGOI!" Tae shrieked, causing all people to look at them. "Gomen, gomen." she smiled sheepishly.
"What's your order again?" Tae asked, back to business.
"What would you like, Kaoru?"
"Me? Uh... I guess onigiri and beef sukiyaki will do. Is that-"
"It's fine, Kaoru. Please pack it, Tae-dono, we're eating outside."
"Hai, Himura-san." Tae bowed, winking at Kaoru.
Kaoru sighed. Tae wants details. It's going to be a looong day.
"Kaoru, how come you know Tae-dono?"
"Huh? Oh, I used to eat at the Akabeko..."
"Sou ka..."
"It's ready, Himura-san." Tae called,
"Arigato." He took their packed lunch, then proceeded to the rooftop.
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Staring at the clear blu sky, Kenshin was munching thoughtfully on an onigiri. He wanted to know more about the beautiful raven-haired girl sitting next to him. Her family, likes, dislikes, about herself.
"Kaoru?"
"Hm?"
"Tell me about yourself."
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Japanese Terms:
1. Sou ka- I see
2. hai- yes
3. gomen- sorry
4. sugoi- cool, great
5. onigiri- rice balls
6. arigato- thank you
A/N: Hehe... I own Reika, too! Her full name is Azure Reika, and well, she's a character in Orb Warriors, I made that story too, and she's supposed to be a commander or something... if you want to read Orb Warriors, i can send you a copy! hehehe... and, oh! Miza Kawasaki is there too! remember, Miza? in the first chapter? yeah, the wife of Seijuro Hiko? she's supposed to be a student and the lead character in the Orb Warriors but, this is my fanfic right? so e-mail, me, huh?
Preview:
"How did you get your scar?"
"Oh, I got that when those slave traders branded me as their property. It hasn't healed still."
"I see..." she reached out a hand, caressing his scar. He closed his eyes, leaning on her touch. She rubbed her hand on the still-raw wound, hoping her touch can erase the memories it brings back.
"In my sophomore year, I met her."