Guys, sorry. I told you that I'm going to post soo late. The bad thing is that I feel sick and I couldn't type so straight right now. And yeah…im losing every inch of my vocabulary…in other words, im getting stupid.

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DISCLAIMERS: I DON'T OWN RK AND CHARACTERISTICS MIGHT HAVE CHANGED. I'M NOT GOOD AT GRAMMER EITHER.

Chapter 14: 4th Avenue Café : Best Place to Be

Kaoru sat on the bed, she couldn't believe she was to do that to Shinta! Shocked as she was, she lied down on her bed and then tried to close her eyes. She breathed in a few air and then began to register in her mind that nothing happened…nothing…not even a single damn thing.

Even Kaoru thought of calm, it looks like calm doesn't stay. Visions of her and Shinta together minutes ago flashbacked in her mind. She sat up and then shook her head, her hands on her sides. Though it made her panic a lot, there was a part of her that wants to do that again.

"No." she mumbled to her self, shutting her eyes, "I won't and I swear I won't…"

Walking, he felt helpless. He knew that one day it will happen…that one day this will happen. But still it was her fault, the damn thing he made her…but still her was stupid. Why did he accept her wish? Cause he loves her back? Maybe yes maybe no…can be…but on what he's feeling now, he doesn't feel good…

Last night wasn't the type of night he expected. He felt bad about it…why does he have to tell her that. He shook it off, looking at the building that he was to head to. As he saw the entrance, he stopped. Shall he do this? What happened wasn't that important….but he was called for. And at the same thing…he needed it too.

Finally, night came. (know it was too fast but then I don't know what to type in the afternoon.)

Kaoru went downstairs, her hair tied in a high ponytail. Her blue eyes were searching for Shinta, but then only a piece of paper was there on the kitchen table. She approached the table and then read the contents…it was from Shinta.

Kaoru. I'm sorry for leaving without telling you. I just have something to tell my sister. Meet me at the 4th avenue café…dress simply. Thanks.

Shinta

Kaoru smiled, he was kind enough to leave a not for her. What the weird thing was that he wants her to go to the most expensive café she has heard. And he even told her to dress simply. Duh, Shinta! This is a café! Not a restaurant! She fold the paper and then rushed her way to the stairs.

Another weird thing…Shinta didn't even tell her the time! What the heck. How is she supposed to know what time? And when did he write that? Scrunching her face, she entered her room and then saw her cellphone on her table. Something made her take it and look at it…whatever it was, she doesn't know…just some feeling. She saw a message, it was send around the afternoon. How come she didn't notice it? Oh well…stupid her. Reading it, it was from Shinta, telling her the time he will be at the said café and all…

Giggling, Kaoru felt funny. Shinta wasn't the type of person who was in a hurry sometimes…but then he looks as if he was. Sighing, Kaoru swayed her hips as she walked towards the bathroom. Shinta texted her…telling her that they would meet at the café at some time.

Standing as he stared at his watch, Shinta tapped his foot on the floor. Kaoru's going to be late…

Looking at both sides, Shinta inserted his hands on his jacket's pockets. It was getting cold, taking another stare at his watch, he was getting impatient. From a patient little kid to an angry lion…he could…but then…

"You may stop looking at the watch now." A feminine voice spoke. Looking up, it was Kaoru…it brightened Shinta's mood. "Finally." The red head breathed out. "So, let's go inside?" He lifted an arm and then grinned at her, looking at her from head to toe. She looked beautiful…whatever she wears. Her hair in a high ponytail, wearing a soft violet off shoulder and then a floral skirt. It was fine for their night. Shinta, in white pants and simple polo, waited for Kaoru to take his arm but she didn't. Instead, Kaoru grabbed his hand and then pulled him inside the café.

They found a table a bit near to the comfort room, it was requested by Kaoru. As they sat, menu was laid on their table and was given some time to choose their order.

"What are you going to order, Shinta?" Kaoru asked, looking at the names of the yummy foods on the menu. She doesn't know what to order since there is lots of good food there. The mouth watering chicken, friend to a crisp and served with some side dishes.

Shinta, on the other hand, was having the same problem to. What to order…then he looked at Kaoru. There was something he noticed…something was missing. When they ate at a restaurant before, there was something his eyes caught quickly. Then he knew it…it was her engagement ring. Where is it?

"Hey." Kaoru asked once more, tilting the menu a bit lower. "What are you gonna order?" Shinta was startled, blinking his eyes away from Kaoru's finger to the menu. "Ahh…I think I will order the ...Cesar's salad." he told her. Actually, it wasn't the one that he was supposed to say. His eyes just saw that one…not knowing it was the one he wouldn't like.

Kaoru signaled for the waiter to come over and take their orders. Shivering, Shinta thought that this night was going to be the best…and the worst.

"Hey, wait up." Kaoru spoke, grabbing Shinta's arm. Shinta was walking way too fast, he was too shy to talk to Kaoru this time…and his shyness was worse than before.

Minutes ago, he accidentally grabbed Kaoru's arm rather than his glass. It was out of his mind, weird to Kaoru…but inside Shinta, he could've scored points.

Finally, Kaoru was beside him, taking a hold on his arm as he walked her home. It was night, mostly, people who have dates would've just go home and then say goodbye….but other have a very good night kiss…

Kaoru began to think what will happen as they go home, will she entertain him? Trick? Tease…maybe…but will they even have to do…something? Whatever, it depends on Shinta.

Ever since what happened that morning, Kaoru felt pulled by Shinta's presence. As if she wants to tell him something…as if she wants to do something to him. Finally, they both reached Kaoru's place.

As Kaoru searched for her house keys, she could feel her fingers tremble a lot. Due to that, the keys slipped from her fingers, falling to the ground. About to pick it up, Shinta picked it up anyway. "Sorry." Kaoru apologized then she grabbed the key from his fingers and then opened the door.

Pushing the big block of wood with careful and shaky fingers, Kaoru told her self to be ready to turn around and say goodnight. Wish he would kiss her…

As she did turn around, Kaoru looked at Shinta, then tried to smile. Shinta waited for her to say something…something at least before he leaves. "Uh…"Kaoru spoke, not sure of what to say. "Good night?"

Shinta chuckled, is this all she wanted to say…he wanted to tell her something…he wanted to tell her more…

"Are you sure you want to be alone?" he asked her. "I was just wondering…just after-"

"Yeah…I'm fine, Shinta…thanks." She replied. "It's ok for me."

"Are you sure?" Shinta pressed on, wishing he could stay for a night. It made Kaoru to think about it a lot. Maybe…he could stay for a night. "…ok, Shinta." Kaoru finally made up her mind, "Come in."

Then he did, closing the door behind him and following Kaoru's bee line to the bedroom. Kaoru did that without any thought…her mind was blank as heck…since she doesn't know what to do. Some situation came up to her mind, it made her cheeks heat up and her lungs wanting to scream…but if she did, Shinta would notice her…and even look at her, weird.

Kaoru removed her sandals as she sat on her bed, Shinta was on the doorway. His arm was giving his body some support as he leaned on it. He looked cool there, as if Kenshin was inside him. Watching Kaoru remove her sandals and relax her feet made him confident…for no good reason, he did.

Shinta walked in, sitting beside Kaoru and crossing his fingers. His tongue has gone dry…and he has to speak up. Kaoru caught his gaze at her and then smiled, "Yes?" she asked, "Is there something you want to say?"

"Not that much…Kaoru." He replied, "It's just that…"

"Just what?" Kaoru teased him, lolling her head to the other side and then blinking her blue eyes, showing the true color. Shinta couldn't open his mouth to tell her everything…but he has to.

It looks like it wasn't the perfect time for Kaoru to know…so he backed up. Crap…he doesn't know what to do. He stood up, quitting whatever he was thinking and made a way towards the door. Kaoru watched him walk away, she doesn't want to be left alone that night.

Just as Shinta was to leave the room, he felt a tight hug on his torso. His head bowed down, a hand on those arms and a face that wished to smile. He could feel something wrapping them both…

"Shinta." A sweet voice mumbled. "Please don't leave me…I don't want to be alone." The red head smiled, turning around and feeling the pair of arms loosen and slowly make way to his neck. He looked at those blue eyes, sad…and empty. A hand pinched the maiden's cheek gently, making her smile and telling her to be calm. Kaoru smiled, her left hand switched off the lights as she began to feel the soft lips on hers.

This night…

It will be her happiest…