Winter Snow
by Ash
Disclaimer: I don't own Fruits Basket.
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Last Chapter" That isn't any of your business!" Kyo snapped, but suddenly regretted it as he saw water in Torhu's eyes.
"Look, I'm sor-," Kyo began but was cut off by Tohru.
"There is no need to apologize for something you did not do. I should be the one apologizing, for I shouldn't be prying in anyone else's business" Tohru said with void in her voice as she walked away.
Kyo's face looked hurt for some reason that even he couldn't acknowledge.
" Women," he muttered giving an exahsperated sigh.
A couple of seconds later Kyo saw Kisa and Tohru chatting happily as if nothing had happened.
Oh
yes this is going to be a long two days.
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"Wow I never knew you and Kyo had such a big family," Tohru said astonished.
" Yeah, there is also grandpa Shigure, grandpa Ayame, and grandpa Hatori," Kisa informed happily.
" Wow your so lucky to have a big family," Tohru smiled brightly.
" What do you mean, don't you have a family?"
"Oh of course I have a family," laughed Tohru.
" That's great, I bet you look like more like your dad than your mom right?" Kisa asked.
" Ohh," Tohru said in a sad voice, " I'm not so sure he died when I was three, but my mom she was great, she took very good care of me after he died."
"Was?" joined Kyo.
"Ano, yes she died six months ago,"
" Gomenisai," said Kisa and Kyo in a union.
" Thank you and it's ok, besides I still have my grandfather."
" Really? Where's your grandfather?" Kisa asked innocently.
" Ano, he's still in Baville he told me to leave because he didn't want me to live in such a horrid place. I didn't want to leave, but he convinced me. I still miss him, but I know I'll see him soon."
" So that's why you escaped, but why were you being chased?"
" That's because it was past curfew and I was to be inside my home, yet I tried to escape, but the guards saw me. I was surprised that I wasn't killed because anyone who defies orders is sentenced to death."
" Death!" yelled Kyo.
" Ohh, sissy, I'm so glad Kyo found you in time," said a relieved Kisa.
" Me too," Tohru smiled as Kyo looked towards her.
" Uh yawn I'm getting sleepy, Kyo how much further?" a sleepy Kisa asked.
" We're here!" exclaimed Tohru.
" Nani? How'd you know?" confused Kyo asked.
" Hahaha there's a big sign right there that says Jones' Inn," Tohru explained.
Kyo turned scarlet red.
" Uhh wait right here, I'll be right back."
Tohru and Kisa waited patiently outside Jones' Inn waiting for Kyo.
Five minutes later Kyo came out with a smile on his face.
" He agreed to letting us have two rooms so come on we don't have all day." said Kyo.
Tohru and Kisa smiled happy to have a room to sleep in. Five minutes later Tohru and Kisa were snuggled in their beds while Kyo, in the room next to theirs, went down for a quick drink of milk. He later went to sleep.
" Kyoooo!" sang Kisa from her room, " it's time to wake up!"
" Grrr what time is it?"
" It's 7:00"
" NANI!" bellowed Kyo.
Kyo quickly got up, washed his face, and brushed his teeth.
" What's wrong with him Kisa?" asked Tohru as she finished brushing her hair.
" He's upset because he usually wakes up at 5:00 am or 6:00, 7:00 is late for him," giggled Kisa.
" Ohh I see," laughed Tohru.
" Hurry up you guys!" yelled Kyo, " seriously women take too long."
Kyo's response was a burst of giggles.
Soon, Kyo, Kisa, and Tohru left Jones' Inn, but not after thanking Jones for the rooms.
" So Tohru," Kyo said casually.
" Hmm?" replied Tohru.
" What exactly did you do in Baville, did you have a job or something?" Kyo inquired.
"Yup, I had a job," chuckled Tohru," I use to work at the palace as a servant.
Kyo and Kisa froze," At the palace!" they both said.
" Hahaha why yes at the palace, why?"
" No reason just asking," said Kyo.
" It must be very beautiful inside," Kisa said dreamily.
" Oh it is, you couldn't even begin to explain it," said Tohru," The palace is humongous, and so tall that it seems it touches the sky. Also, there are a ton of rooms, I felt bad for the servants who had to clean them."
" Pretty!" cried Kisa.
" So what exactly did you do at the palace?" Kyo questioned.
" I worked as a cook, my mom use to be a great cook and she too worked at the palace. Luckily I inherited that from her and became a chef at the palace. Well not a chef, chef, but I came real close to becoming one. I was more of the helper of the chef." Tohru explained.
" Yummy!" yelled Kisa," my sis is a chef!"
" Not yet, but I want to be one, hopefully, if I can find work."
Kisa smiled brightly at what Tohru said. The day went on and the journey to the Sohma main house continued. The group made about three stops. In those three they ate, rested, and relieved themselves. At night, they slept on the grass floor. Finally, the next day they arrived.
" We're here!" Kisa said joyfully.
" And about time," Kyo sighed.
Kyo, Kisa, and Tohru stood in front of a wooden gate. As Kyo opened the gate a huge house came into view with other houses around it. Trees of all kinds, and bushes surrounded the houses creating a large and lovely garden. To the left side of the big house laid a small yet divine pond, with smell fish swimming around.
Tohru took a breath," It's, it's …."
" Home," Kisa added.
" Beautiful," Tohru finished.
" Whatever let's just go inside," Kyo commanded.
" Kay," was the reply.
As the group proceeded to the house Tohru heard shouting at the house opposite the one they were headed to.
" Ignore it," said Kyo.
Tohru said nothing. Kyo slid the door open then closed it after everyone was inside. Inside the house it was completely cold, and quiet, nothing compared to the outside. Tohru followed Kisa and Kyo to the living room when she heard a voice.
" Kyo, Kisa is that you," a tall man walked into the room, reminding Tohru of a dog.
" Yeah Shigure it's us what do you want?" answered Kyo.
" Well, well, well, who might you be my little princess?" Shigure said as he smiled at Tohru.
" Oh sorry, my name is Tohru Honda, it is very nice to meet you."
" I'm Shigure Sohma, Kyo's and Kisa's cousin, and it is an honor to meet you," Shigure introduced himself as he kissed Tohru's hand.
Meanwhile Tohru was blushing beet red and fume was coming out of Kyo's ears. Kisa silently giggled.
" Shigure," growled Kyo, " leave her alone."
"My Kyo, you aren't jealous are you?"
" Of course not! It's just that I don't think she likes you kissing her and stuff."
" Really? Tohru I'm sorry I hope you didn't mind." apologized Shigure.
" Huh? Ohh it's ok don't worry about it," smiled Tohru.
" You see Kyo, Tohru didn't mind,"
" Grrrrrr," was all that Kyo said.
" Anyways to be serious, Tohru do you have anywhere to stay?" asked Shigure.
Tohru looked away," Well you see it's kind of a long story,"
" She saved me grandpa Shigure!" interrupted Kisa.
" Saved?" said Shigure.
" I didn't really save her I just," Tohru said.
" Really? My Tohru saved my Kisa? You must tell me what happened, come on let's sit in the living room."
All followed Shigure. Once they sat down, Kisa started telling the story of how they all met. When Kisa finished Shigure stared in awe.
" So that's why I wanted to ask you grandpa Shigure, if Tohru could stay here and cook, after all she's a great cook," Kisa asked.
" Oh no that's ok you've done enough and besides I wouldn't have any money to pay you back with."
" Not to worry, as long as you cook you can live with us free of charge,"
"Ohh, but I couldn't unless…" Tohru thought.
" Unless…." Kisa and Shigure said.
Tohru smiled," Unless I clean too. That way I can some-what be earning my keep."
" Splendid," Shigure agreed," but you wouldn't be working here. What I mean is that Kyo, myself, and my other cousin live at another house away from here. I'm afraid it isn't as beautiful as this one here. Would that be all right?"
" That would be great, thank you so much!" bowed Tohru.
" Wait you can't mean she'll be living with us! Shigure she's a, a GIRL!" disagreed Kyo.
" Yes Kyo and you're a boy," Shigure teased Kyo.
" Don't worry Kyo I don't have "cooties" or anything," laughed Tohru.
" You know what I meant Shigure," Kyo continued.
" Yes, yes I know, don't worry about it." Shigure said.
" Fine, what ever, I'm going home," Kyo stated.
" Not so fast Kyo there's someone here to talk to you," Shigure told Kyo.
Kyo froze and Kisa told Tohru she had to go home and that she would see her, perhaps, tomorrow. Tohru walked Kisa to the door and said goodbye. As Tohru walked back into the living room she heard a voice.
" So much for my rescue you stupid cat, I knew I couldn't count on you," the voice said.
" Oh yeah it's not like I WANTED to save you, you damn rat," Kyo responded.
Tohru walked into the living room and all went silent. All eyes went to Tohru including the person's as well.
" Tohru!" said the voice.
" Yuki!" gasped Tohru.
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Oooo how do they noe each other? Ooooo lol. Im srry about not updating soon I was kinda busy > thank you to those who still read this story, I hope you like this chapter. CU
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