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WARNING: EXTREME YONA FLUFF UP AHEAD! You've been warned.
Anna could feel herself waking slowly, but she refused to open her eyes. If she had her way, she would lay there forever in the comfort of his arms. But her wish was taken away when a pair of warm soft lips gently press on her forehead. She fluttered opened her eyes and looked up to meet the dark brown eyes that belonged to Yoh. The guy whom, since yesterday, she declared to be her future husband. Anna could still remember the shocked featured on everyone's faces when the words left her mouth. Yes, Yoh made her do unpredictable things, it scared her a bit. She let out a huge sigh of relief when Yoh only smiled and wrapped his arms around her in agreement.
"I'm sorry, did I wake you?" he looked at her apologetically, his soft eyes warming her heart. Anna nodded wearily and began stretching. She had spent the night at the hospital. After many failed attempts at sleeping on the couch, Yoh finally offered the space on the bed next to him. Anna surprised herself when she accepted his offer, but then thought it was alright. After all, she did plan on being with him forever. She knew her words and actions were strange but she couldn't help it. The feelings were all new to her. She never knew she could feel this much towards a guy. Anna always thought the love for her parents filled her heart, that's why she never even felt attracted to a guy. Both guys and girls found her stuck up, and even rumors of her being a lesbian popped up when she never dated. And that time, Anna even wondered herself. But she quickly banished those thoughts since she didn't find herself being attracted to girls either. She just... never felt any romantic feelings toward anyone before, until now. Yoh ignited new burning feelings inside her. He had somehow manage to creep up and found a place in her heart. She wanted to feel his touch when she's near him and when she not with him, she yearned to be. Anna was stubbnorn, she knew, but try as she might, she couldn't deny it any longer.
I've fallen in love with him.
Anna looked around and realized they were still in the same position from when she fell asleep. A new sense of comfort overcame her body.
I can trust him. Last night was... nice. Anna decided.
The bed was quite small so they had to scoot in closer. Both were silent as they laid there, with Yoh's arms around Anna's shoulder and her head resting just underneath his neck under his chin. The silence was calm, peaceful, and comfortable rather than being awkward. Anna drifted asleep no more than twenty minutes later. Now awaken, she couldn't help but wish she could close her eyes and stay that way awhile longer.
"Did you have a nice sleep?" she asked him shyly.
"I tried, but it was impossible with you next to me," he said in an almost casual tone and added a smile at the end. Anna's face turned red. Yoh noticed and became worried. "What's wrong? Are you sick?" He placed the back of his hand on Anna's forehead to feel her temperature. "You were out in the cold in you sleeping clothes on yesterday. You might have caught a cold."
Anna couldn't hold in a chuckle. He's really cute when he's all worked up.
"What's so funny?" he asked, genuinely confused.
"You are." Anna answered with a smile. " You're quite the sweet talker, Yoh." She studied him. Here was the guy she barely meet for a few days and now he's the man she planned on spending the rest of her life with. It then struck her that she didn't really know anything about him. Who are his parents, where did he come from... does he make other girl's heart melt like mines...
Yoh sensed something's wrong. "Are you okay, Anna?"
"You're quite a flirt. Do you talk to this way to all the girls?" Anna asked, half joking.
Yoh thought for a moment."Not... intentionally," he finally replied with a goofy grin.
"How can you flirt unintentionally?" Anna could feel herself growing jealous and it was apparent in her tone of voice. Hmph, I guess not all these new feelings are so nice. So he flirts with other girls. Anna pouts unconciously. Yoh stared at her and then laughed.
" What's so funny," she growled and giving him an angry look. Then she began to feel silly acting so childish. Yoh unexpectedly wrapped the other arm around her and pulled Anna closer to him until their forehead pressed up against each other's. Her eyes locked on his, she was lost for words.
"I was joking, Anna," he said with a playful laugh. "Do you realized how cute you are when you get jealous?" he whispered softly making her shiver.
"I don't like being call 'cute'," Anna replied in the same whispering tone. "And I wasn't jealous," she added unable to move from her current position. The heat all rose to her face.Yoh inched his lips closer as Anna closed her eyes. She waited, again the kiss never came.
Why does he like toying with me like this? Anna opened her eyes in both annoyance and disappointment, but they grew wider when Yoh's lips met her's. He pulled back suddenly before any thoughts could enter Anna's mind.
"Hmm?'
"I wanted to see the look in your eyes when we first kiss." Yoh said with a smile.
"And...?" Anna waited.
"I think I want more." His smile grew wider.Yoh closed in for another kiss, a real one, but Anna quickly slid herself out of his arms and backed away from the bed.
"Nope," was all she said as Yoh looked at her in confusion.
"But..."
"It's my turn to make you wait," she teased while putting on her jacket. "Besides, it's getting late and I have work to get to." Yoh's face dropped. Ha, that's what you get for teasing me. Anna thought, feeling victorious.
"I'll be back later to see you." Anna finished up tying her pink scarf around her neck.
"Okay," Yoh reluctantly replied. "But before you go, I have something for you."
"What is it?" Anna walked over to him. Yoh started to turn the necklace around his neck.
I've never noticed he wore a necklace...
Sparkles gleamed brightly in Anna's eyes when a ring came to view. Yoh was using it as a charm for his necklace. Anna felt her jaw dropped slowly. It was a small ring with a tiny round diamond on the center. It wasn't fancy or expensive looking, but that didn't matter at all.
Could this be?
"I bought this years ago. I was 13 years old. I remember seeing this ring and immediately thought of you." Yoh held on to the ring. " That summer... I've never worked so hard, but I finally did it. I finally saved up enough money to buy the ring." he looked up at Anna. "I know it's not big and not that pretty but..."
"It's perfect," Anna whispered in tears, her eyes not leaving the ring in Yoh's hands. Yoh smiled, happy and relieved she liked it. he started to take out the ring, but Anna's soft hands stopped him.
"Can I keep it the way it is? With the necklace?" Anna looked into his eyes.
How can I say no to that beautiful face.
"Turn around," he told her softly. Anna did as told. She sat on the bed with her back to Yoh. Soon the necklace was around her neck and Anna's hands automatically went up to grabbed the ring and held on tight. Yoh kissed the nape of her neck, Anna shivers at his sensual touch. She wanted to melt.
"I love you, Anna," he whispered into her ears. Anna's heart soared.
"I.. I love you too, Yoh," she managed to reply. Yoh's arms slowly wrapped around her waist. She leaned back unto him, wanting to feel the closeness. Anna couldn't remember a time she was happier.
"I want to tell you everything, Anna," Yoh's voice continued to whisper in her ear. "Everything about me." His breath was hot, Anna's heartbeat quicken it's pace. She felt weak under his words. "But ugh... after you come back from work, okay?" His voice shifted to his usual cheerful tone. I need more time.
Anna's eyes widen in realization. Oh yeah, work! she turned her head halfway back as Yoh's arms slowly slid off her waist. Not feeling the warm comfort of his arms anymore disappointed her.
"I'll wait here for you," Yoh spoke again with a smile. The smile was so contagious, Anna couldn't help but smile back.
"Of course you'll be here. You can't even walk yet." Anna reminded him, smile still brightly on her face.
That's the smile I've been waiting to see. "Oh yeah," Yoh laughed and rubbed the back of his head in embarrassment.
"I'll be back for lunch and bring you something good to eat, okay?" Yoh nodded pleasantly as Anna walked to him. "Thank you, Yoh." she added before giving him a peak on the nose, with her hand still holding on to the ring. Anna was outside the door a few seconds later.
Yoh slumped slow on the bed, his smile quickly fading. He truly couldn't sleep last night.Today was the day he will tell Anna everything, and he meant everything. Yoh thought hard for many recent nights, debating on the best possible way to tell her. Keeping it from her was not an option and Yoh knew it. There was a certain long haired brunette waiting patiently for his chance at getting on Anna's good side.
Hao...
Though he may act clueless and a bit dense at times, Yoh wasn't stupid. He wasn't the only one who has this future revealing dreams. The thing Yoh came to see as both a gift and a curse. Hao dreamt of the same things Yoh did. Everything Yoh saw through the dreams, Hao did also, and that included Anna. They sometimes even feel the same things if the feeling was strong enough. That's why Yoh refered to Hao as his other half rather that just his twin brother. At this pointed, nothing was stronger than Yoh's love for Anna, and it scared him. The clock ticked slowly, with Yoh dreading every passing second.
Please don't hate me, Anna. I wouldn't know what to do if I lose you.
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Anna stepped outside and inhailed a breath of cool fresh air. She walked slowly in a daydream daze towards her apartment, feeling as if she wasn't even touching the ground. I'm floating...
"Someone's in a good mood this morning. You really should smile more often. You're really beautiful when you smile." Anna stopped, her eye narrowed for she recognized the voice.
Why does he got to kill the mood? "Leave me alone," Anna said bluntly as she continued to walk forward without even turning around to face him.
"That was quite an annoucenment yesterday," he continued, choosing to ignore her warning. "What would you do if it doesn't happen? If Yoh doesn't turn out to your husband?"
Anna froze. What? Why would he ask something like that? She slowly turned around to face him for the first time that morning. Hao had the same annoying smile Anna hated so much. His garment consist of a black wool sweater and black slacks with, what else, but a black scarf around his neck.
"What do you mean by that?" Anna asked in a tone Hao couldn't quite comprehend. It was a mixture of anger, confusion, and fear. Hao walked over to Anna, his hands in his pant pockets, still with the smirk on his face. Stopping only a foot or so away from Anna, he studied her face. Hao leaned in closer and closer, looking intensely into her eyes, but Anna stood her ground. Hao's gaze didn't have the same affect as Yoh's. Instead of melting away, she found herself fighting the urge to slap him across the face.
"Anna?" Hao whispers, his face only a few inches from her's.
"Before asking anything, do you mind taking several steps back?" Anna asked in her casual icy tone. "You're invading my personal space." Hao chuckled, increasing Anna's anger meter up a notch.
"But if I do that, I wouldn't be able to..." Hao combed his right hand's fingers through Anna's hair and grab the ends before pulling them to his nose for a sniff.
I want you, Anna...
Anna shot him a look of shock and disgust before shoving him off. Hao stumbled back a few steps but quickly regained composure. "What do you think you're doing?" Anna asked angrily through clenched teeth.
"Aw come on, Anna. Lighen up and have some fun." Hao retained his sly smile.
"That's not something you should be suggesting to your own brother's fiance." I really don't need to be here right now. I got a job to get to or I'll lose my clients. Anna thought bitterly, completely uninterested in whatever Hao had in mind.
"You're his fiance now, but can't say the same for the future." He gave her a knowing smile.
"What is it with you Asakura boys?" Anna was getting tired of it and quick. "Quit talking in codes."
"Last night, I had a dream about you, Anna." Her eyes widened.
What the hell is he doing dreaming about me?
"And...?" Anna arched an eyebrow. Hao's smile widened into a sly toothy grin making Anna uneasy.
"You will be an Asakura, Anna," he assured. "But you will not hold the title as Yoh's wife because your future lies with me."
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Reposted 11.23.04. I got an e-mail stating this chapter wasn't showing, said it doesn't exist, sooooo here I am reposting it. Hopefully it works now. If it doesn't, e-mail me again and I'll have to e-mail the chapter to you. I also took the chance to proofread again. Not as much grammar errors I hope . Oh and here's a quick answer for sailorgemini1
The 130 reviews is not a demand. I'm just stalling
First post 11.19.04
Haha, I didn't think I would going to get 100 reviews that quick. I was hoping to buy some time but ehhh. A promise is a promise. There goes chapter 11. Now I'm going to raise it up a notch. I won't updated until... 130 reviews. Too much? Oh wells... hehehe
Thanks everyone for the review. They're great and really encouraging. Please keep them coming. Here are my comments/answers to a few of the reviews/questions...
combatgirl1990: Yes, Ryu will be appearing in this story. In maybe 2 more chapters.
cherri-chan: Haha, you've probably didn't read this story cause my summary sucks lol. There was nothing interesting to pull in readers at all. I'm still surprise so many people reviewed. Anyway, I've decided to pair Ren and Pirika but there'll only be little hints in this story. This couple will be more apparent in the sequal. Yeah I've already started braining storming on the sequal meaning this story's ending soon...
nobody's princess: Yes I am mean, aren't I? lol But hey, this chapter is quite long. Hope that makes you happy, but oh no! Another cliffhanger! lol
