Author's note: This is just going to be a short chapter, but it is an important scene in the plot. Next chapter will come soon!
The Choice
Chap. 2 The Kiss
Rika sat on the steps outside the school entryway, waiting. Soon, Henry appeared.
"Ready?" he asked.
"Yep."
They began the short distance to Henry's apartment. Ryo, who stood at the school doorway, eyed them suspiciously.
Maybe I'm not the only one who likes Rika…maybe Henry feels the same way…..maybe he'll tell her before I do…This made him worry.
As Rika and Henry walked, they never said a word. Henry thought to himself…Say something! Tell her! Nothing came out…I'll never be able to do it…..
They soon came to Henry's place and sat on the front steps. They took out their books and began to study. Then, Rika brought something up.
She asked, "What was with the holes in Mr. Oboji's shoes today? I mean, his toes were sticking out!" Rika had a disgusted look on her face.
"Oh, that…It happened during chemistry today. Kazu was working on a science project and turned the temperature up too high. The substance overflowed his beaker and spilled all over Mr. Oboji's shoes as he walked by! You should have seen the look on his face!"
"So, that's how Kazu got detention!"
They both burst out laughing. Soon, they stopped and sighed. Rika's hand rested on the step, and then Henry's came down. As soon as they both realized they were touching, they pulled their hands away. They slightly smiled at each other…..their eyes met.
Just then, Henry leaned in, and Rika knew what was coming. But, for some reason, when their lips touched, she didn't do anything to stop it. The kiss deepened, then Rika suddenly pulled away.
"Henry…why did you do that?"
He stuttered, "I…I just-"
"I-I have to go home now," Rika stood up and ran away.
"Rika!" Henry shouted.
Author's note: Sorry it took so long to post this chapter up. I promise that the next one will be up sooner. :)