Chapter 2

Don't own Rorouni Kenshin

Kenshin, 21, and Kaoru, now 17, wrestled in the field. Kenshin won of course just like he always had. Ever since the very first time they had ever wrestled together. But even then it was still fun.

However, this time was different. Once Kenshin had won they lay on the ground all tired. Kenshin was suddenly over Kaoru again. He had watched her grow up into a very beautiful and talented person. "Kenshin? What are you doing?" She asked innocently.

"Something I've wanted to do for a while now." He said before gradually lowering his head. He gave her a chance to move away but was definitely happy when she awaited his kiss with obvious excitement. His mouth met hers and she gasped. He was the first boy who had ever kissed her but even then she knew she would never find another man who could kiss the way he could.

She relaxed herself and even kissed him back until they both moved away to catch their breath. He kissed her neck once and then rested his head there.

Gods, she smells so good. This feels amazing. He thought. Why couldn't I have realized everything sooner? He raised his head and kissed the shell of her ear. Then he whispered, "Please come back tomorrow," knowing that her time here was done.

"Of course I'll come back tomorrow." She said. After what just passed between them? He's crazy to think I won't come back.

The next day, same place, but at an earlier time…

"I'm glad you took this walk with me, Sano." Kaoru said politely, walking through the field with her arm looped through Sanoske's. They walked on and talked quietly some more before they hugged and Sano left.

Kenshin watched all of this with disappointment and anger written clearly on his face.