Lovefool

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Chapter five—The Moment I met Love

   The sun had set.

   Since when?

   Kaoru couldn't see his face, and she turned away from him, bringing her tears along. She hated it when things had to end up like this. She hated it.

   They were still standing on her roof, with so much intensity that neither dared to speak. She stiffened when she felt the pain of the injury on her arm was slowing rushing back to her, tightening her grasp. She fought back the whimpers in her throat, and opened her mouth to say something. Anything. But the words died in her mouth as she thought of nothing to speak.

   Seconds passed to minutes, minutes passed to moments…Kaoru couldn't stand it. So she stated, not facing him in an unwavering voice, "We still have school tomorrow, you better go home."

   No reply came.

   She sighed frustratingly, "Kenshin-"

   And she stopped. She felt a pair of strong, secure arms wrapped her form up from behind. The red locks brushed past her wet cheeks, as she slowed her breathing.

   Why are you doing this to me?

   "I'm sorry. I never thought about how you would feel…and how the others would feel," he said huskily against the nape of her neck. "I'm sorry."

   They stayed like that for a while, while their heartbeats danced in the same rhythm. Kaoru breathed out and quietly, she leaned against him, closing her eyes at the same time.

   Words didn't need to be said, for they would ruin such a perfect moment.

   Kaoru felt so secure in his arms, as if all the pain and problems had been washed away. She gave an unsteady sigh before completely relaxed and she felt like pudding in his arms. Kenshin only tightened his hold on her and looked up at the starry night.

   Just a little longer…

   "Kenshin…?"

   "Just a little longer, don't let go…" he whispered into her ear, sending chills down her spine.

   "Al-alright…" she really shouldn't be doing this. She was supposed to be mad, furious on all the events that happened…but she couldn't. She couldn't bring herself to.

   "Do you know… why I asked for you to be my girlfriend?" he suddenly asked.

   "Because I am your best friend?"

   "Iie,"

   "I don't know, Kenshin." She felt him smile.

   "You are such a sweet girl Kaoru, always putting others before yourself." He murmured against her neck and kissed the soft skin there. Kaoru gasped in surprise, she wanted to turn around but his firm grip made it impossible.

   "Just…listen to me. Trust me on this?"

   Kaoru could only nod.

   "You can always change my way of thinking so easily, the feeling of immense happiness and melancholy is not simple to live through, but, because it's for you, I accepted them all…"

   His voice suddenly sounded deeper than she remembered.

   "What does it feel like… to love a person?" his hot breath lingered on her sensitive ears. She shivered. Her mind was like a piece of white paper. She could think of nothing. Nothing at all.

   She didn't realize Kenshin loosened his grasp and tilted his head, and his lips touched hers…so softly, as if he was afraid to break her. Only did then reality came and she began to close her eyes, lost in the sweetness, lost in him. She turned around completely and wrapped her arms around his neck, ignoring the injury on her arm. He embraced her slim figure and pulled her against him, just knowing she was there in his arms was enough. Her soft curves pressed against his chest set his blazing passion surfing, and made his heart ache.

   What does it feel like to love a person?

   People say it's a bitter feeling, but under all the dryness and acidity you can still find the sweetest part.

   It was then I knew that your smile was the sweetest part in my devotion for you.

   "Remember that day at the coffee shop you asked me who I like?" Kenshin asked quietly after they parted and stared into her deep eyes.

   "Of course I do."

   "That girl, who makes me lose my mind, is standing in front of me." He smiled.

   Kaoru smiled through her tears and closed her eyes when he neared his head toward her again, whispering, "The moment I met you, the moment I met love… I was no longer myself anymore."

…*…

   They decided to date. Without any dishonesty, without lying… it was a world that only the two of them belonged, Kenshin and Kaoru.

   Kaoru felt so relieved as days passed as if a heavy rock had been lifted from her body. No longer did she have to lie to herself nor guessing all the time at Kenshin's thoughts. She knew them easily now, from the deep stares he gave her and the gentle movements he made. He made her feel secured, she no longer felt scared. Kaoru was more than happy to say goodbye to the uncertain days behind.

   "What about Megumi? I haven't seen her in a very long time. She's better off anyways," Misao said one day at school.

   Kaoru widened her eyes and looked frantically around. After making sure no one was hearing, she dragged her friend into a quiet corner.

   "Misao! You know you're not supposed to talk about this!" Kaoru scowled.

   "What? You can't hide this forever! I just don't understand about you Kaoru, Megumi hurt you in everyway possible, and still you want to help her?"

   "…It's not entirely her fault." Kaoru replied quietly and looked down at the floor.

   "What? Oh come on-" Misao rolled her eyes impatiently, "Am I supposed to hear you say it's your fault now? Honestly Kaoru! Your heart is too soft! You think Himura didn't know about this? Or Sano? They knew, Kaoru. They all do. And you know that they know about it but you're just too darn stubborn to admit it!"

   "Misao…" Kaoru breathed out in shock.

   "I know we haven't seen Megumi in a long time, but that can't be forever. One day Himura will see her and he would be sure to make things right that time." Misao crossed her arms.

   Kaoru began to panic, "What Misao? What do you mean by that?"

   "He would make her apologize to you." She said firmly.

   A picture of a crying Megumi and an angered Kenshin floated upon Kaoru's senses and she trembled, from fear or anger she did not bother to find out.

   The worst thing that could happen was a friendship broken. Megumi was once Kenshin's friend, she didn't wish because of her that friendship ended. She didn't like it when situations got rough. They were all friends, why couldn't they just forget the past and move on?

   "Himura still worries about you Kaoru," Misao's tone softened and placed her hand on her shoulder, "Haven't you realized?"

   Kaoru shook her head rapidly.

   "I've seen the stares he gave you, he was concerned. He always is, when it's about you."

   "I don't want Kenshin to feel sad because of me." Kaoru whispered. "I would hate myself forever."

   Misao smiled briefly.

   "It's all my fault."

   "No, no don't you ever say that." Misao soothed. "You're the best companion that anyone could ever ask for. Don't think too much, ne?"

…*…

   Kenshin fling his bag over his shoulder and closed his locker, his expression as hard as a rock. He raised his hand to stare at his watch.

   Suddenly he felt someone tapping his shoulder and he turned, to see a familiar smiling face. The frown vanished from his face and he smiled, "Hey beautiful."

   "Hey stranger." Kaoru said and Kenshin leaned in to peck her on the lips. She pouted, "Aren't you going to walk me home today?"

   "Gomen nasai koishii, not today. I have some important things to do." He gave an apologetic smile. "You can walk with Misao." He suggested.

   "Mou! What important things?" Kaoru asked, "Do you need my help?"

   "No, I will do it by myself." He turned back and locked his locker. Pausing for a moment, he faced her again, "I promise I'll make it up to you."

   "No, it's okay." Kaoru softened her tone but cannot keep the disappointment from her tone.

   "Oh koishii come here," he gathered her into his arms and placed his chin on top of her head. "Tomorrow… I promise all right? I'm sorry."

   Kaoru giggled under him, "No big deal, I just miss you that's all."

   "I miss you too." He pulled her away and smiled. "I'll phone you tonight."

   She nodded. "If you have any problems, call me."

   He brushed away the dark strands of hair from her face, in his eyes hid layers of affection. "I will."

   Kenshin waved goodbye to Kaoru and he stayed there for a moment, engulfed by the light scent of jasmine she left. He stared at his watch again before the frown appeared on his face once more and he walked away in silence.

…*…

   Megumi walked out of the school onto the street, it was past five now. It had been days since her last encounter with tanuki girl. The guilt was slowly begun to rise and she knew she was going to drown.

   At that point, her body trembled with an unknown fear, she wasn't sure if she could face Kenshin again, or anyone of them.

   Now she found herself stopping in the middle of the road. She almost jumped at the sight of a red haired figure. Kenshin looked cold, a look she had never seen before on his face for the past few years.

   He walked toward her slowly, his eyes meeting hers, staring intensely into her soul.

   "I know it's you…" was all he said…

Minna-sama!!! GOMEN NASAI for such a long wait! Forgive sessha… *weeps* there are no excuses, I'm sorry __ Well here it is! Chapter five that you've all been waiting for!!  Do you people like it? What's gonna happen? Is Kenshin gonna beat the crap out of Megumi or is he going to forgive her? ^^ Keep on waiting y'all! It's getting the best part!!

I changed my penname… it's Essence in Luv… I'm going have to change it again if I find a better one -.-;;; I guess digital*girl5 doesn't really fit me _ Oh well we'll see ne~

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