Discalimer: I do not own Fruits Basket or any of the characters…don't remind me. ;;
Chapter One: Confusion
Sun shown through the treetops of the familiar school the Sohmas' and Ms. Honda attended, scattering light against the exact pavement that the trio walked on. It was a fine day for being outside and enjoying life, if you called fighting and getting angry about some stupid reasons, enjoyable.
Who does he think he is? Shoving leeks in my mouth... he knows damn well I hate leeks! Kyou Sohma's eyes trained on Yuki…his rival, his arch enemy…his source of hate. Although often at times, "orange-top" thought of what his life would be like without the annoying rat. …Boring. Kyo had decided not long ago on this, because it was obviously that simple. If Yuki was not here, who would he fight with? Sure, there was Hatsuharu…but that wasn't the same. Hands shoved deep in his black uniform pants that followed the school dress code. It was a nice morning, one that he knew Tohru would comment any time now.
"What a nice day it is today! Don't you think so Kyo?" That stupid, silly smile started on her face as she looked at the cat.
"Yeah…whatever." The orange-haired boy looked off to the side, trying not to dwell on one subject for too long. That was always like him, attempting to ignore something if he found he didn't like it. The same way he had been with Yuki for sometime. The whole, "Stay away from me" vibe that the two radiated had actually started to fade…and now that he thought about it, they seemed to be getting along more than ever. They were actually acknowledging each other's presence, even though it was surely negative. He was silently thinking, peacefully even until a certain gray-haired boy piped up.
"That's no way to talk to Ms.Honda…" The gray-haired teen didn't seem too concerned or annoyed about the subject, just probably said it just to irritate the orange-haired teen.
"Don't tell me what is right or wrong." Kyo snarled, his patience-wick quite short today.
"Shut up, you stupid cat." Yuki merely stated with those purple hues closed.
"Don't call me stupid!" Kyo turned, lips curling to expose those slightly-pointed teeth that only seemed to appear when he snarled and was worked up like this.
"I'm only telling the truth." Yuki kept his eyes closed for some time, until of course they slid open and a glare was shot toward Kyo.
"That's it, I'm gunna make you eat those words you damn rat!" Raising his fists, Kyo prepared for another battle with his one main goal in life. To defeat, or to befriend, Kyo was not totally sure…but he knew without Yuki…his life would have no purpose.
Kyo and Yuki's fight had ended just the same as all the other times. Yuki somehow managed to find Kyo's slip up or false move and had the orange-haired teen on his back and gasping needed breath in just a few minutes. Both teens flushed with a slight pink from loosing their breaths during the battle. Slightly panting, nearly inaudible though, the two would give off a sort of aroma that made any sensible being stay at least four feet away. Tohru had noticed their silent hate-fest and quickly attempted to lighten the mood.
"Why don't we go see what Hatsuharu and Momiji are up to?" The brunette smiled at the two, who in returned softened and smiled in return. Well, Yuki did of course, leaving Kyo to linger in his own puddle of hate and resentment. Kyo spoke up, but was counter-attacked with a simple smile. He gave in.
"Alright…let's go see the brats…" He mumbled under his breath, walking with the two people he knew he couldn't live without. Hands found their way into his black uniform pants as they walked, eyes soon falling on the two forms. Momiji never failed to surprise him.
"Tohru!" The little blonde raised his arm into the air, waving fiercely when he spotted the three. He had been with Hatsuharu, sitting on a bench finishing homework from previous classes.
"Over here!" He laughed that silly little giggle, looking over to Hatsuharu and tugged him from the bench. "Look Haru, it's Tohru, Yuki, and Kyo!" At the mention of his first love, Haru lifted his mismatched head and stood, soon finding himself clinging to the rat from behind. Hands fisted into Yuki's shirt.
Dammit…why does Haru always have to do that? It's so annoying… Kyo found himself seething over the two, which was something he would so not normally do. His orange head tilted slightly to the side, trying to keep his attention on something else. Just when he thought he would reach his boiling point Haru backed off and slid his hands into his pockets. Good…that's where they belong…Not on Yuki. What the hell am I saying! Why do I care what that damn Yuki does? God, you're loosing it Kyo!
"Kyo, would you like some candy?" Momiji held up a few suckers and a chocolate bar, smiling that grin at Kyo again. "It's really good! Haru, Tohru, Yuki, do you guys want some?"
"Oh no thank you! I possibly couldn't I mean we just ate! But thank you Momiji for offering" Tohru smiled at the blonde, who nodded and offered some to the rest of the group.
To everyone's surprise, Kyo took a sucker, unwrapping it and placed in his mouth, savoring the almost sour taste from the green apple sucker. He spared a glance toward Haru, who was breaking off a piece of chocolate and offering to feed Yuki. Oh brother… How much more of this can I take?
"No Haru, I don't want any." To confirm this he held up a hand to his mouth when Haru went to push a block of chocolate in, shaking his head softly.
Momiji spoke up, tilting his head to the side. "C'mon Yuki it's good! Just try it!" The blonde was pretty happy and the time being, with a huge beam on his face and a giggle that could make anyone laugh. Yuki smiled softly and nodded, moving to grab a piece of chocolate from Haru's hand.
Hatsuharu wouldn't let Yuki have the chocolate; in fact, he wanted to give it to him himself. "Open." He stated softly, and when Yuki obeyed he pressed the chocolate to Yuki's lips, watching him carefully. Fingers lingered on those petal-soft lips for a second maybe too long as Kyo cleared his throat rather loudly. Kyo's red hues trained onto Haru…shooting him a glare of pure jealousy.
Hatsu blinked, taken slightly aback by Kyo's strange behavior. Did he just do what I think he did? Haru's grey eyes trained onto the older teen, watching him curiously. It was Tohru who broke the silence with a quick suggestion.
"We should all have a big dinner tonight at Shigure's house!" At the mention of food Kyo's stomach rumbled with bitter aggression. It wanted food and now not later! Haru saw his chance, and seized it with a firm grip.
"Kyo, do you want some chocolate?" The mismatched-haired teen locked his eyes with Kyo's, who in returned narrowed his eyes and shook his head.
"No…I don't want any damn chocolate." He looked away, eyes training on the ground or something else…once again keeping his gaze from the youth. What was with him? He felt like a jealous school-girl! What the hell is wrong with me? Why am I feeling like this!
"Ooo Tohru that sounds wonderful! I'll help you make it if you want me to!" The blonde clapped his hands together, tilting his head to the side with his smile. "I'd love to help you. It'll be fun!"
"Oh, that's ok. I wouldn't want to be any trouble! I'd much rather cook it myself!" She held up her hands, shaking her head and stuttering slightly. She relaxed however when Momiji placed his hands on his hips, then one at Tohru, smiling.
"Oh Tohru I really want to help! I don't want to make you cook for everyone. So I'll help! Ok! Isn't this cool Yuki, Kyo, Haru! We can all enjoy Tohru's cooking and my cooking too! This will be so fun! I can't wait." Momiji looked over to Hatsuharu, who was looking at Yuki…who was looking at Kyo…who in return stared off to the side.
"Yeah, whatever." The orange top spoke in a mutter, hands still shoved into his pockets. An expression of thought stained the boy's facial features, plainly avoiding any contact with the rest of the group for now.
"That sounds nice Ms. Honda." Yuki nodded, eyes closing before looking over to the brunette, smiling softly. "I'll help too if you'd like." The bell rang, and it was time to get back to their classes. After waving goodbye to the two younger Sohmas, Kyo and Yuki headed back with Ms. Honda.