Painted Chord

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Drawkcab: Don't die! Here it is! AHH DON'T DIE ON ME NOW! XD

Kute Anime Kitty: I know...I only read the manga version, but I almost cried anyway (sob sob)

chakitattyla2h8: haha are you psychic? It won't be too limey/lemony though..I'm only 15 so I'm still so..innocent lol , I don't know if Kenshin really umm...'did it' with Tomoe in the OAV...all I read was the manga version (of when he tells Kaoru and them about it, during Jinchuu) and I hardly remember it. I do remember them getting close...who knows...ah well Have a fantabulous time in Vegas (high five!)

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infidelmaki-

Disclaimer: cries I don't own them...but more importantly..I don't own Kenshin! sob sob ;;

Summary: An artist meets the guitarist of her dreams, the only problem is he has a split personailty disorder. So who is Kaoru really in love with? Kenshin, or his split personality 'Shinta'? (AU, KK, AMi, SMeg Rated T)

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Chapter Six

I Can't Quit you Baby

Kaoru accepted his kiss, allowing herself to be caught in the moment. She ran her hands through his firey hair, something she had wanted to do since the moment she saw him. He reluctantly pulled away to breathe.

His eyes were violet once again. He was a little shocked, not only had he kissed her, but she let him. He wasn't expecting that. He yelped when his eyes found where his hand was. Kaoru's eyes grew wide. His right hand was on her lap, half under her shirt.

"G-gomen nasai Miss Kaoru!" He squeaked as he pulled his hand away. Kaoru blushed a deep burgundy as she looked in his eyes. He seemed to be able to express emotion while he was this 'Shinta' personality, but he couldn't control his actions. She smiled. He cocked his head and moved one eyebrow up in a confused expression.

"It's okay Kenshin. It was 'Shinta' right?" She asked with a slight smile. He nodded. He was so relieved that she understood him. He was in the middle of a sigh when she lunged him and the two started making out.

The two had started dating two months ago. Kaoru had never been happier, and Kenshin was so amazed that anyone loved him like Kaoru did. According to the average person, Kenshin was certifiably crazy. Kaoru didn't care. She had told him that she didn't care about that. As long as he loved her...then she was fine. Kenshin was so sweet and romantic, and when it came time for 'passion' he let 'Shinta' take over. Kenshin was too embarrassed when it came to kissing, so he let his other self help out. Kaoru knew about this, but she didn't mind. She felt it added excitement to their relationship, and it helped Kenshin cope with his condition.

Kaoru placed a thin paintbrush gingerly into a mason jar of water. She glanced at her wristwatch...it was already going on seven. She had to meet Kenshin at a diner in fifteen minutes!

Aoshi locked his apartment door. Right next to his building was his new job. A diner called 'Aoi-ya'. He had known the owner for a while. His name was Okina and he had taught him how to play the piano at a young age. He had always been a family friend, and his granddaughter Aoshi recognized as the cute girl from their most recent concert.

He tied the dark purple apron around his waist and signed his name on the schedule. He smiled. Misao had already signed in.

"Aoshi-sama!" she called from the kitchen. Why he called her 'sama', he'd probably never know.

"Konnichi wa Misao-kun." He said while he collected his tray and notepad. She smiled and hooked her arm around his.

"Misao..." he grumbled. Even though he liked her, he couldn't stand showing affection.

"Oh c'mon Aoshi..." She whispered as she kissed his arm. Aoshi blushed and looked away. That's when Okon, a waitress at the diner, burst through the kitchen door.

"Misao-san! Aoshi-san! You have tables to wait!" She said with a snicker as she pulled them apart. Misao turned a deep red as she waved good bye to Aoshi and grabbed her tray. Aoshi soon followed suite and exited the kitchen. Okon gestured towards table nine, suggesting that he should take the occupants orders. Aoshi glared daggers at Okon and walked over to the table. There was Kenshin and his girlfriend Kaoru.

"Aoshi! I forgot you worked here!" Kenshin sweatdropped. Aoshi glared at him with those ice cold eyes. Kenshin gulped and inched farther away from the aisle.

"Aoshi-kun, might Misao-chan be on shift?" Kaoru pleaded. Aoshi nodded a 'yes' and pulled out his notepad.

"What do you two want?" he said with no emotion. Kaoru and Kenshin sweatdropped.

"Oi, is that any way to treat customers Ice Man?" A new voice chimed in.

"Leave him alone Rooster, he's busy with the customers." another voice chided. Sano and Megumi strode up hand in hand.

"Hey do you guys mind if we join you?" Sano smirked. How could they say 'no' to that face?

"Aa...Hold on I'll sit next to Kaoru." Kenshin stood up and scooched in next to Kaoru who was blushing. They act like such kids. They've been dating for a while now and still afraid to touch each other. Megumi mused. She wished such innocence was left in her relationship with Sanosuke. They 'spend the night' at each other's apartment almost every day. (A/N: heehee!)

After Aoshi had given them their demands (A/N: haha! demands!) he and Misao sat in a table next to them on their break.

"Sano have you seen Katsu? He hasn't shown up to practice in a week." Aoshi asked.

"Aoshi don't you remember? Katsu was arrested last week." Kenshin answered for him. Aoshi sweatdropped. What the heck did this guy do now...probably blew up something...

"He got caught with illegal fireworks. Usually the state would have fined him but he acutally tried to kick one of the police officers..so he got a month in prison instead." Sano concluded. Retard...Aoshi's thoughts continued.

Kenshin had slipped his hand into Kaoru's while the group talked. Kaoru didn't blush, but she did accept it. She was so glad he wasn't angry with her for being late. She had a lot of work to do before she graduated next month, and she often got caught up with her work. Kenshin was her escape from the world. He inspired her art and inspired her to keep living. Kaoru smiled. She was so lucky...to have him. She had fallen so deeply in love with him over the past few weeks, and she felt as if she had known him forever. Unknown to anyone, the two hadn't consented to 'sex' yet. They both believed it was a special thing that they would wait for. Well Kenshin wanted to wait. Everytime she kissed 'Shinta' she felt his emotions go crazy. He wanted it, but Kenshin and Kaoru wouldn't let him. As if kissing him was amazing, imagine what he would be like...Kaoru shook her head violently as if in a spasm. No dirty thoughts! Remember, you're Catholic! she scolded herself.

"Koshii, are you alright?"

"Hai Kenshin. Daijoubu." She smiled and placed a forkful of pasta in her mouth. She had forgotten they were supposed to be eating.

Kaoru poured Kenshin a cup of coffee in her apartment. It was nice for the two of them to be alone. Their friends were so energetic and happy this evening, it tired them out. Sano and Megumi were always together, Megumi was getting her medical degree in a few months, and Aoshi was starting to fall for Misao. Everything seemed really great. Kaoru handed Kenshin a mug and grinned. Then she noticed his eyes and expression. They were amber and he looked very pensive.

"...Sh-Shinta." Kaoru whispered.

"Aa...Kaoru-san." He responded. Shinta had grown to love her as well, and he finally began to respect her.

"Are you okay? You seemed very thoughtful just now. Is everything alright?" Shinta propped his head on his hand and sipped his coffee. He seemed so tired.

"I'm just tired. Kenshin was exhausted so I let him sleep for awhile."

"If you're tired you can sleep on the couch if you want. Spend the night I don't mind. Just don't try anything!" She laughed. His eyes sparked and his mouth curved into a smile.

"Kaoru-san, don't you trust me?" He said with an evil smile. Kaoru's knees buckeled. He was so...seductive. This part of Kenshin is amazing. He most really love me.

Kaoru handed 'Shinta' a blanket and pulled out the sofa into a sleeper. Shinta set the blanket on the bed and looked deeply into Kaoru's eyes. She knew what he was going to do now. Please let it just be a kiss...she prayed. He wrapped his arms around her waist and came very close to her face. Then...he did something she didn't expect..he began to sing.

"It's so important...that you say you love me...please...don't look away..."

Before she could respond, Shinta had already planted his lips on hers and was kissing her passionately. She was already under his spell. She ripped his hair loose from its tie, and let him push her onto the sleeper. You fill in the rest.

A/N: I had a lot of fun with this one! Finally the plot is starting to take form Just to let you know...I have everything finished on a disk...so I'll be updating frequently o yay!

Next Chapter: Whole Lotta Love

Raijuta's face remained sullen as he reached into his jacket pocket, letting a laughing sliver of silver show through

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