Senko-san: Hello again, everyone!!! Sorry to keep all of you waiting! I had lots to do! Besides that, someone deleted my file containing ALL of my fanfics!!! I nearly went crazy when I discovered the file missing from the computer!!! (Riyo-san was in a dangerously bad mood as well because of that...--;;) Luckily, I saved the draft of this story. Although is not as good as the one I sent to fanfiction, but at least it'll help me from getting "side-tracked". Thank you SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH for the encouraging reviews! I'll do my best to improve this fanfic. That's a promise! THANK YOU AKI-LYNN, KIRUSUCHINU-SAMA, OPTIMOOSE!!! Oh! Kiru-sama, I like your story so much! I'm glad you liked mine as well! Thanks for the offer with the fluff ideas! It'll be a great help for me! I'll be glad to give some ideas as well! So, don't hesitate to ask me, okay??? (This offer goes to everyone!!!) O
Riyo-san: Let's just get on with it, okay??? --#
My Unforgettable VacationI stared at the laptop screen. I was reading some documents as I sipped my coffee. It was raining heavily that night. I placed the mug down and stared outside. It was hard to see anything, even the sea. I tried to concentrate again towards the laptop, but failed. I let out an irritated sigh and took another sip out of the mug.
I watched as the ferocious raindrops spattered on the windows. And even though I could not feel the howling wind, but I knew it was there, trying to enter the chalet. Soon, without me realizing it, I began to recall what happened today...
I woke up and began to freshen up. As usual, I switched on my laptop to get the latest updates. Another message from my secretary, and an email from Goku. After checking them, I decided to get some breakfast. I made myself a quick dish and later decided to buy more things for the kitchen. I didn't manage to buy enough food supplies on my way here the first day; I might as well do it before I starve myself tomorrow.
Two or so hours later, I returned to the chalet with the groceries in hand. After arranging them in their places, I switched the television on and started scanning through the channels. None brought interest to me. I didn't realize I was beginning to doze off until I did! I was so DEAD BORED!!!
I woke up immediately when I heard my cell phone rang. I picked it up and looked at the screen. The caller's name on it caught me by surprise. "This is really a surprise..." I muttered as I pushed the "Okay" button.
"Ohayo, Sanzo." The voice chirped.
"Ch! Nanda, Hakkai?" I asked.
"Hmm...I see you're enjoying your holidays, ne Sanzo?" Hakkai chuckled.
"...Did you call me just to irritate me?" I wasn't in the mood for jokes.
"Ha! Ha! Ha! Sumimasen! I didn't mean to! I called just to say "hi." It's been awhile since we've chatted..." From the tone of his voice, I knew his smile never left his face.
"Yeah...it has." I agreed, giving out a sigh.
We chatted for some time. Though I remain expressionless outside, replying to him briefly every time, but deep inside me, I felt glad he called... talking to him somehow made me remember the days we used to stay together, studying, doing part-time jobs, taking turns cooking meals; of course, Hakkai did the cooking most of the time, yelling and threatening each other, daring each other to do crazy things... It was fun while it lasted...
After we said our goodbyes, it was nearly lunchtime. I got up and headed for the kitchen. I didn't feel like eating, but I decided to fix something to eat, just the same. Suddenly, I heard someone at the door. I opened it and saw Yue standing there, excited about something.
"Hi, Sanzo!" she greeted cheerfully.
"...You're early..."
"I know! And I have a reason for that too!" she smiled.
"...And that would be...?" I asked impatiently.
"I'll tell you later! C'mon! Let's have a stroll first!" She made a grab for my hand and tried to pull me out of the chalet. This time, I pulled my arm back roughly, surprising her.
"What makes you think you can just drag me anywhere you want?" I told her.
I knew she felt hurt but I didn't care. After talking to Hakkai, I just felt like being by myself. My feelings and thoughts were all in the past. I suddenly felt..."nostalgic"? Was that the word I was looking for? I made a grunt and headed back in.
She watched me heading towards the kitchen. She wanted to say something, but couldn't. Her eyes reflected confusion. I left the door open, though. It was her choice to enter, or to leave. She bit her lower lip and slowly entered, closing the door behind her. She untied her shoes and slowly headed towards the kitchen. I was taking out some vegetables when I heard her approaching me.
"...Sanzo?"
"...Nanda?"
"...Did I...do something wrong?" her voice was dry.
"...No..." I said coldly.
"Then...why are you-..."
"I don't feel like going out today. That's all..." I cut her short.
"...Are you alright?"
"Do I LOOK sick???" I snapped back. I've had enough questions for one day!
"...Gome ne...I guess, I came at the wrong time...I shouldn't have come..." she chuckled bitterly.
I didn't reply. I continued on with what I was doing. My feelings were stale. I didn't feel anything. Not even guilt.
"I-I'll be going now...perhaps...I'll drop by later, okay?" She headed for the door.
"...Whatever..."
I heard the door closed. I knew I was being harsh on her, but at that moment, I felt as if I didn't even care if there was a bomb that was going to explode in the chalet itself!
The hours went by slowly. Soon I could see the sun setting from the veranda. From the view, I turned to glance along the seashore. I saw her there, sitting on the same rock, holding herself tight, looking so far away. I noticed sadness in her eyes, and I knew that it might have something to do with how I reacted before, but I didn't want to do anything about it.
Slowly, she buried her face into her arms. She was crying. I still remained where I was, watching her until the sky turned darker...
I snapped back to reality. I headed towards the windows and slowly peered outside. My eyes adjusted to the darkness and watched at the chopping waves in the sea. From the sea, my eyes went towards the shore, and paused at the rock she sat hours ago. The rock was splattered with raindrops now, wet and slippery...Wait a minute...what the-...?
As my eyes began to wander once more, something caught my attention. Not far from the beach was a small area where some wild trees and bushes grew. There was something...queer about them. I looked harder. There's something there...I knew I'm not hallucinating. Among the bushes, was a shadowy figure. My thoughts raced on, filling my head with questions that I mostly knew the answers to. Could that be...? No...It can't be! But I knew it was no use denying the facts. I knew whom the figure belonged to...
I began to clench my left fist. I slammed the mug on the table, nearly breaking it and spilled almost half of it's contents. I dashed towards the door, towards the storm outside.
The rain didn't waste any time soaking me from head to toe, and the howling of the wind was loud in my ears. But I didn't pay any attention to them. I kept running towards the figure, cursing to myself. THAT BAKA!!! HAS SHE GONE MAD??? WHAT WAS SHE THINKING?!!
I was halfway there and I was beginning to pant. My feet were getting sore and I kept my right arm up to shield my eyes against the wind. Finally, I reached her. She had wrapped herself only with a thin layer of fabric for warmth. It wasn't enough to keep her warm. She was still soaking wet. She didn't hear me approaching her.
"YUE!!!" I yelled.
She didn't respond. Her back was against me. I made a hard grip on her shoulder, trying to get her attention. But as I turned her around, she fell to her side, unconscious.
"YUE!!! OI!!! SHIKKARI SHITE!!!" I patted her cheek, trying to wake her.
Her lips were pale, so was her face and skin. She felt cold as well. Her pulse was beating weaker and weaker.
"Damn!" I exhaled, as I carried her back to the chalet.
I stormed in the living room and placed her on the couch. I need to get her warm... I dashed into my room and yanked out some thick towels and blankets. I began to wrap her hair and body with the towels and covered her with the blankets.
After doing so, I decided to place her in the empty room opposite of mine. It was warmer there... I had to change the towels again because they absorbed the rain - water fast! I placed her on the bed and pulled the sheets over her body. She was a bit drier now, and slowly recovering.
I stepped into the shower and let the warm water run down my body. Everything that happened before felt like a dream... I knew all of it was real but... It was still a bit hard for me to swallow. My anger was still burning inside me. I hope she has a good excuse for all this...
Senko-san: Whew! I'll stop here for now... Hee...I admit I have a bad habit of writing or speaking Japanese (I know a bit of the basics...;) and forgetting that some people don't understand them... I'm soooooo sorry about that! Therefore, I'll add the meanings from Chapter 1 up to this chapter below, okay? Hope it'll help! Okay! Jya ne! (Bye!)
Chapter 1Bakasaru – Stupid monkey (I think most of you already know this! ), Aah – Yes, Annou – That, Anata no namae wa nan desu ka? – What's your name?, Hajime mashite – Pleased to meet you, Matta shita, ne! – See you tomorrow!
Chapter 2Gome ne – I'm sorry, Iya, betsuni – No, it's okay, Arigato – Thank you, Nani? – What?,
Chapter 4Ohayo - Good morning, Nanda? – What?, Shikkari shite! – Pull yourself together!