Title: Ordinary Girl II
Author: Trillian42
Author's Notes: Alrighy, this is the second last chapter and mainly, it's here to lead into the last chapter. The last one's already written, so this is just an awkward little chapter about Kim and Ron both wondering what to do with their relationship. I realize they've been close up to now, but this chapter is when Kim and Ron realize that love isn't easy. So yeah, let me know what you think. I realize it's short, sorry.
WhiteLadyoftheRing: Thank you, I hope I'm balancing the action and romance in this one. Ron-sama: Sorry this has taken so long to update. My sincerest apologies! SirDucksworthy: I know; I feel the same way. I know it was a little off in some parts, but I'm glad you got the gist of it. I'm still new at action. As for Killigan, how could he not laugh at Kim's situation? Gawd knows I would have. I'm trying not to rush their relationship. Rufus rules ;-). RanmasAngel: LOL, thank you! SpitFire F.22: LOL, I don't know if it's the best shipper fic, but I appreciate your comment. I hope that I can live up to the reputation you've given me. The Incredible Werekitty: No, that isn't the entire story, even though I haven't updated in a while. I'm trying for six chapters, just like the original. Warprince2000: LOL, me either. I'll try harder, but the RL is interfering with my writing time. Jezrianna2.0: It means a lot that you think so, thanks. Mattb3971: LOL, context errors? Sorry about that, I've fixed a couple, but chances are I missed tons too. LOL, thanks. WillK1989: Hey Will, impressed? Thanks, glad the scene was well done. I wasn't sure how much detail to go into; I guess it balanced well though. I noticed the tag thing, thanks for noticing the mistakes. Moreover, I'm sure you've helped me improve too, so thanks. BlueJolteon: It's been a while, but glad you enjoyed it. I'll try to update more regularly, but I swear, the RW is against me getting any work done.
Okay, chapter four will be for my grade two teacher, who really got me into writing, and after meeting her again seven years later at a different school, still remembered my first short story. Thanks Mrs. P, wherever you are.
-- Kim's room, Later that night—
Kim was used to drama in her life. Fighting villains from the age of ten did that to you. Almost nothing surprised her anymore, and in a sickening way, Kim's life was very predictable. At least that's what her mind had convinced herself until the past two days had changed her view. And despite the incessant action in her recent life, Kim found herself awake at 3am, mind unwilling to let her exhausted body sleep.
Kim wondered if her inability to sleep had anything to do with a young man who had recently taken up residence in her mind. Regardless of their confessions to each other, Kim was still afraid. She'd promised Ron they'd be friends forever, even if it didn't work between them. What if that was a promise she couldn't keep? She missed her constant companion.
'What if we made a huge mistake?' Kim questioned herself. 'What if we just aren't right for each other'?
-- After the mission—
Rogers hadn't taken long to track their location and pick the small extended family up. Climbing into the plane as before, the four were shocked to see the entire rear filled with sand. Not just any sand either, it was pearly white, without any noticeable imperfections. Apparently, all the girl's saw was a giant sandbox, and instantly set to the task of building a life-sized sand castle. Kim didn't bother telling the girl's it was an impossible task, Harmony couldn't stand to be wrong anymore then Kim herself could. Giving up on finding a bench to sit on, Kim lowered herself into the sandy pit of the plane, Ron beside her, throwing his arm awkwardly around her shoulders.
As she tried to relax into him, Kim found that he looked more nervous then usual. A thin coat of natural blush graced his face for no apparent reason and his hands were attracting sand, apparently damp with apprehension. Looking over at him, she found Ron unable to meet her eyes. Cocking her head slightly, her eyes begged Ron to talk to her. Opening her mouth to speak, Kim found herself at a loss for words too, suddenly casting her glance down.
Suddenly, it was as if the two had realized the implications of their actions. They weren't just best friends anymore, not just partners in crime fighting; and to be honest, neither knew what that meant. Why was it suddenly so awkward? Kim knew she loved him, she'd kissed him and he'd held her close and returned her affection. What made this so different?
Looking up to Ron, their eyes met before escaping what could easily become an intense gaze. Curious as to their behaviour, Kim forced herself to talk to him. "Ron, what is wrong with us?" she asked, unsure exactly what she had meant, or what answer she wanted in return.
Ron drew a circle carefully in the sand between them and began "I donno Kim…"
-- Kim's room, Later that night—
Funny he should phrase it so eloquently. She couldn't have said it better herself. What were they doing? Sure, she loved him, but that wasn't all there was to a relationship. It took hard work, and honestly, she wasn't sure if they could do it. Sure, Ron was a sweet guy, no question about that, and he cared about her. Nevertheless, he wasn't without fault. Could she ever have a meaningful relationship with a guy who was barely more then a child himself?
On the other side though, it wasn't as if she was perfect, and Ron was accepting of her flaws. They complimented each other perfectly, they always had. There was never a time in her life Kim couldn't count on Ron's support. Shaking her head, Kim sat erect in her bed, pulling her legs up to her chest. She wondered what Ron was doing just then. He should be fast asleep, although she doubted he would be.
-- Ron's room—
A few blocks down the road, Ron lay in his bed, not asleep, but deep in conversation with Rufus.
"What am I suppose to do Rufus? I mean, its Kim, why am I scared to be with her?"
Rufus looked hopelessly at his friend. It was as if he expected it to be easy. Sure, Rufus didn't know much about humans and dating, but it was obvious that relationships didn't just happen. Ron had seen an excess of Hollywood romance stories if he expected this to be easy. If he wasn't careful, he'd scare Kim off. Then everything would be different, and not in a good way.
"I mean, I never thought it would be this hard. I mean, after the mission we just didn't know what to say. When the girl's were there we had a distraction, now it's just the two of us…" Ron rose to his feet and began pacing. "Maybe she never wanted me. What if she just thought that she'd be alone forever if she didn't just pick me? What if I'm just her fallback boy?"
Rufus shook his small head. "Nope."
"Maybe I should just act like nothing happened… no, I can't do that. I don't think after knowing what its like to have Kim in my arms I can ever go back to 'just a friend'…" Reaching for his dresser drawers, Ron looked for something nice to wear.
Rufus questioned his lifelong friend as to his purpose. "I've got to see her Rufus. And if I know Kim, she's awake right now." Unlocking his window, Ron slipped outside, ready to talk to the girl of his dreams.
-- Kim's room—
Kim had given up trying to sleep. Throwing a robe around her nightgown, she moved towards her computer. At 3am, Kim could only hope that Monique hadn't gone to bed yet and that she might get some advice out of her friend. Logging onto her MSM account, Kim counted her lucky stars upon finding Monique. She needed help, and fast.
Club Banana Gurl says: Kim? Gurl, what are you doing on this late?
Savin' the World says: Looking for you, I need some guy advice.
Club Banana Gurl says: Okay, I'm listening.
Savin' the World says: Okay, umm, it all started yesterday when Ron kissed me.
Club Banana Gurl says: Wait, RON kissed you! As your best girl friend, aren't I suppose to know these things?
Savin' the World says: I guess, sorry Monique. I don't know what to do though…
Club Banana Gurl says: Okay, go ahead. After Romeo kissed you what happened?
Savin' the World says: We were fine when we we're babysitting. Then we went on a mission. Everything was fine until we were all alone afterwards. Then it was just awkward…
Club Banana Gurl says: …
Savin' the World says: That's it.
Club Banana Gurl says: So you're worried 'cause things are different since you hooked up with the guy who's been your best friend for, what, 12 years? Geez, what did you think it'd all be simple?
Savin' the World says: Well, yeah. It always looks so easy on TV...
Club Banana Gurl says: Look, you've been friends forever, oh course this is going to take some time to get used to. It's not as if this is something easy. You like him, right?
Savin' the World says: Well, yeah. I'm just kind of scared.
Club Banana Gurl says: And you think he isn't? Believe me gurl, he's more worried then you are.
Savin' the World says: Maybe. But what should I do?
Club Banana Gurl says: Don't worry too much. Have some fun with him. Don't think of him as just your new boyfriend. He's still Ron. You two have been through everything together; you'll get through this too.
Savin' the World says: I guess you're right… what do I do now then?
Club Banana Gurl says: We all know lover boy isn't asleep. Why not sneak out and talk to him. Not like either of you'll sleep otherwise.
Savin' the World says: I'll think about it. Thanks Mon.
Club Banana Gurl says: No problem gurl. Oh, and BTW…
Savin' the World says: What?
Club Banana Gurl says: You break his heart and I'll hunt you down and hurt you, whether you're my friend or not.
Savin' the World says: I'll keep that in mind.
Club Banana Gurl says: Talk to you in the morning?
Savin' the World says: Definitely. Night Monique.
Kim lent back in her computer chair. Monique was right, maybe she was expecting too much of Ron. It wasn't as if he was particularly good with girls. Rushing to her closet, Kim rummaged through for something suitable.
-- Outside Kim's--
Ron was pacing, unsure what he was doing on the Possible's front lawn. If he didn't make up his mind soon, her neighbors would call the cops on him for sure. He just couldn't figure out what he'd planned to do once at her house. He couldn't exactly climb up to her window without waking everyone else up, not to mention what Kim would think if he just showed up outside her window just before dawn.
Suddenly, Ron heard the front door unlock carefully from the inside. Moving so that whoever was exiting the house couldn't see him against the corner of the house, Ron felt like a criminal. Past his hiding place, he saw a teenage girl wearing a full-length dark blue coat floating past. She nearly took his breath away. Even if she hadn't been exiting the Possible residence, Ron was sure he could have felt her presence anywhere. "KP?" Ron whispered, unsure if he was imagining her.
Jumping nearly a foot in the air, Kim gasped at Ron, standing overlooked by the Southern-most point of her home. "Ron… what are you doing here?" Kim was more nervous then she could ever remember. Her knees felt like they might give way at any second. She had planned on working out what to say to him on the way. With her new 'boyfriend' in front of her, she couldn't seem to make any other coherent sentences.
"Umm, I kinda couldn't sleep. I needed to talk to you." Ron confessed, looking slightly ashamed.
Kim was touched, Monique was right; he was still Ron. Taking a deep breath and reminding herself of that, Kim cleared her mind of everything holding her back. Walking towards the road, she glanced back at Ron. "What are you waiting for? Come on?" Kim turned and started walking down the street, the same way Ron had taken to get there. Within seconds, she felt Ron at her side, as always.
It gave her comfort, even with their relationship currently at a standstill. Gently letting her palm run across his, she felt Ron shudder with pleasure. With only a few seconds hesitation, he took her hand. Smiling, Kim decided it was as good a time as any to talk.
"So, Ron."
"Kim" he answered in response.
"Umm, think we can do more then just repeat each other's names?" Kim asked, trying to break the tension.
Ron laughed half-heartedly, "Sure. It's just…"
Stopping and looking right into his eyes, Kim saw uncertainty. Squeezing his hand tighter, she assured him, "It's still me you know. Just be honest." Suddenly moving forward again, Kim had reached her final destination. Sliding through the chain fence, Ron followed, almost in disbelief of where they now were.