Chapter 5

Kaoru stared in wonder at the magnificent creature as he trotted gallantly toward Seijuro, it's orange fluffy coat swaying as it's feet hit the hard wood. An audience had began to gather as the dog sat next to him, it's purple tongue proturding from it's open mouth."Is..is that your dog, Mr.Seijuro?"asked Kaoru, walking slowly toward him, the black coffee balanced in her hand. He shook his head as she place the steaming cup infront of him, it's aroma settling on everyone's senses.

"No, he's one of my son's dogs." said Seijuro, sipping the coffee. Kaoru allowed the giant dog to sniff her hand. It's large black, wet nose caressed her hand, sending a shivering sensation run down her spine. "He's a bit protective of the him, so Kenshin just sends him ahead." said Seijuro, another flash of red hair dashed by and sat down across from him. Kaoru looked up, a gasp escaped her lips as she stared into large violet orbs. A young man sat infront of Seijuro, wearing a dark grey dress shirt and black dress pants, a black leather coat thrown over the back of the seat, his shoulder length hair was a startling crimson, and his eyes were the color of amethyst.
"This is my son, Kenshin." said Seijuro, pointing toward the redhead.

Karou stared at him, her cheeks flushing for the first time. Stretching out her shaky hand, Kaoru smiled."Hi, I'm Kaoru, nice to meet you." said Kaoru , as he took her hand.
His hand was warm and gentle, his fingers easily grasped her hand. Kenshin smiled warmly, as he shook her hand.
"Nice to meet you, Ms.Kaoru." said Kenshin, as he let go of her hand. Kaoru stood, fumbling for her note pad and pencil. Misao watched intently as her friend made a fool of herself."What can I get you?" asked Kaoru, smiling. Kenshin shrugged his shoulders,running his fingers slender fingers through his hair. A sigh escaped his lips as he looked at the menu. "Pumpkin frappuccino and a pumpkin muffin." said Kenshin, stroking the dog's head. Kaoru nodded, skipping off to the kitchen. Misao was waiting for her on the other side of the door, smiling broadly."And who was that, who maketh you act like an idiot?"asked Misao, as Kaoru handed the order to Soujirou.

Kaoru blushed, Placing her hand on her flaming cheek. "That's Mr.Seijuro's son."said Kaoru, walking to the table in the kitchen. Soujirou looked at Kaoru, his smile dampening a bit."But Mr.Seijuro's not married by what I know and they look nothing alike."said Soujirou, handing the muffin to Kaoru. She placed the muffin on a dark orange plate, and waited patiently for him to finish making the frappuccino. "Yeah, I know, but he could be divoriced."said Misao, grabbing a tray for Kaoru to bring the order out on.
Kaoru shook her head, placing the muffin on the tray."Why don't you ask him during break Kaoru, he likes you."said Soujirou, placing the frappuccino on the tray. Kaoru stood, pulling the tray up with her."Maybe, I'll try to, I'm not promising." said Kaoru, as she walked from the kitchen.

"She's a strange one, Dad." said Kenshin, as he sat back in his chair, his dog's head settling on his lap. Seijuro sighed, taking a sip of his coffee.
"You just don't like people, she's a good kid, a bit on the robust side, but, after Tomoe you need to get out." said Seijuro, reading his newspaper. Kenshin rolled his eyes, affectionately petting his dog. "I have your order!"said Kaoru, standing infront of the table, setting the drink and muffin on the table. Kenshin smiled, taking a sip of the drink.
"Thank you, Ms.Kaoru."said Kenshin, politely. Kaoru blushed, taking a step back. She shivered, staring into his big violet eyes, readless emotions pass across their extraordinary color."Your welcome, um...I don't mean to pry but I didn't know Mr.Seijuro was married." said Kaoru, taking another step back.

Seijuro looked at Karou, a sly smile crossing his face as he sipped his coffee."That is prying."said Kenshin, drinking his frappucinno, breaking off a peice of muffin for his dog. Kaoru blushed wildly, turning sharply and striding to the kitchen.