See I kept my word! This one's shorter than the last one and goes out to all the YukiRu fans.
Not that I am one, but I just thought I'd make them a couple in this story. shouts KyoRu FOREVER! runs aways from rabid fans
Anyway, here's the nect chappy. I don't own Fruits Basket...blah blah blah and a ha cha cha!
Spring came with much notice. The snow seemed to melt away much faster. Most likely dew to the fact that it became much warmer in such a short time. Kagura and Sonjo became a couple, which made Kagura very happy. It was over a month since they began dating, so she was sure things would turn out for the best. Kyo and Lele relationship past the 6 months mark. Kyo saved up his money and brought Lele to a hotel for the weekend. The end of March marked Tohru and Yuki's one year anniversary. Hatsuharu came for a visit the day before. "So Yuki, what do you have planned?" Haru asked while playing on the computer. Yuki sat in a chair reading a book, "Will I thought we would go to the Secret Garden. She loved it there last time, so I thought I would bring her again. Just the 2 of us." Haru looked up and asked, "Are you going to give her a present?" Yuki hesitated for a moment before he answered, "A ring." "A ring?" "Yes, I love her very much and I can't see myself without her. I want us to spend the rest of our lives together." Haru gasped a bit, "Are you sure Yuki? That's a really big step!" Yuki closed his book and looked over to Haru. Haru looked at Yuki deep in the eyes, "Yuki, what if she says no?" Yuki sat up and began walking out of the room. He stopped next to Haru, "It a risk I'm willing to take. If she doesn't, my feeling for her won't change." He walked out of the room and down the hall. Haru turned back to the computer and said to himself, "I wish you luck."
So the day was finally upon them. Tohru dressed in a white, silky, spaghetti strap top and a long, baby blue, floral print skirt. Her hair was tied in small blue clips. Yuki arrived at her door step. He was wearing a black lavender shirt and black men's slacks. Kyoko asked, "Where are your plans for the night?" "Well, I plan to take Tohru out for a nice dinner and dancing," Yuki answered. Tohru grabbed his hand and headed to the awaiting car. Yuki asked Hatori to drive them to the restaurant.
They arrived at the restaurant at 6:00 pm. The dress code for the restaurant was semi formal attire. You had to reserve weeks in advanced along with what food you want prepared. A piano and violin played on a small stage at the end of the restaurant. There was a small dance floor next to it. "Welcome Mr. Soma. So good to see you again, please this way, "a waitress said and guided them to their table. The restaurant was lite with small chandeliers at every other table and 2 large ones and the entrance and dance floor. The table sizes varied by the number of guests. Yuki and Tohru's table was a few feet away from the dance floor and next to a window. The view was of the town below. The restaurant sat on a small hill at the edge of town. Yuki help Tohru take a seat and then he sat next to her. He thought to himself, "I'll wait until after we dance." Tohru looked around in awe, "I knew we've been here before, but it's still so amazing. Especially now that it's just you and I." Yuki smiled, "I'm glad you're enjoying yourself. You look very lovely tonight." Tohru blushed, "Thank you. You do too- uh I mean handsome!" Yuki placed his hand over Tohru's, "It's been an entire year since we decided to be together. Tohru, have I made you happy? Are you happy being with me?" Tohru gazed into his eyes, "Yes. Yes I am Yuki. I couldn't be happier." "Your dinner is ready sir," a young boy said and placed to plates of food on the table. He then poured some ginger ale into their glasses. "Will that be all sir?" Yuki smiled, "Yes. Thank you very much." The waiter walked away and they began eating.
After dinner, they chatted for a bit and waited for their food to digest before they danced. "Remember that time in school when we had that festival. It was right before we started dating. The girls wanted you to wear that dress! It was very funny!" Tohru laughed. "Well, I still believe the food you made contributed most to the sales. You make the best meals Tohru," he smiled at her. Suddenly a slow waltz began to play. Yuki stood up and reached out a hand to Tohru, "Would you care to dance?" Tohru looked up and smiled, "I'd love to." She placed her hand on his and they walked to the dance floor. A few others joined the floor also. "What a lovely couple!" "Yes. They look very good together." "What a handsome young man!" "Yes. The girl looks like such a doll." Were a few things being chatted on both the dance floor and restaurant from other people. "People are staring at you Yuki," Tohru said as they danced. "I think they are mostly looking at you Tohru. I can't really blame them," Yuki said and gave Tohru a slow twirl. When she came back towards him, she blushed as Yuki gazed into her eyes. "Tohru, I have something I want to share with you," he said softly. "Really, what is it?" Yuki stopped dancing and reached into his pocket. He pulled out a small red velvet box and began saying, "Tohru, much has happened to us in the year we have spent together. We have laughed, cried, and worried together. I can't picture a future without you. Even when I try, my heart begins to hurt at the thought of not being with you. I want us to be together forever-"he bent down on one knee. Tohru's eyes widened with shock. Yuki opened the box and pulled out a small gold ring with a princess cut diamond in the center. He placed the box into his pocket, took Tohru's left hand and slipped the ring on her dainty finger, he continued, "Tohru Honda, would you do me the honor of becoming my wife? So that I can keep you happy for the rest of our lives." Tohru's eyes filled with tears, she hiccupped and said, "Yes! I will! Yuki, I will!" He smiled and stood up. Tohru wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed him. Yuki held onto her waist. There kiss was cut short when the sound of applause filled the room. They received congratulations and cheers from everyone in the restaurant.
When Hatori picked them up, Tohru informed him of the events though Haru ahd already told him. Hatori smiled and said, "I give you my blessing." "Hatori, would you mind coming inside when I tell my mother. You've always been like a father to me and it would mean a lot to me if you did," Tohru asked in the car. "Of course," he answered and pulled into the driveway of Tohru's mother's house.
"Tohru! I'm so happy!" her mother cried after she was told the news. Kyoko hugged Yuki and said, "You little devil you! You're taking my daughter from me!" Yuki he chuckled a bit, "Ms. Honda, it won't be until we finish school next year so don't worry." Kyoko laughed, "And that mean I gain a son! Yay!" Tohru got a little embarrassed. Kyoko laugh stopped short, "If only your father could be here to see this." Everyone's face saddened. Tohru then said, "I know. It was papa's biggest fear. When I grew up, he would have to walk me down the aisle!" She began crying loudly. Kyoko began to cry as well, "Its okay honey. Papa will be watching over you. He always has and always will." Tohru wiped her tears and looked over to Hatori. She sniffled, "Hatori, I've known you so long. You've always been there to help Yuki and I with everything from school to advice about love. Would you please walk me down the aisle?" Kyoko looked up and agreed, "Yes. I think her father would be very happy if you did him that favor." Hatori was a bit surprised. He walked over to Tohru and said, "I'd love to Tohru. As a favor to your mother, father and you." Tohru hugged him and cried again, "Thank you!" Yuki smiled and also thanked Hatori. At school the next day, Tohru told Kagura and Lele the good news. But, then Kagura and Lele began to fight over who would be her maid of honor.
We're nearing the end folks! Just a few more to go and I promise they will be longer...much much longer than this!
Chapter 18: Escape