Wings of an Angel
Chapter II The Date
Thank you, thank you, and thank you so much for your reviews. 8 reviews for one chapter, SWEET! Well 8 positive reviews, one negative one. I apologize for the lateness, but I was grounded for a few days, so I had a chance to write it out on paper. So I hope you enjoy this chapter, as you did the last one.
MoOn-ShInE-LoRd: Yes indeed it is like a breath of fresh air.
BC: Yes, it is based on the doujin series by Mogudan. In this case however, I'm involving all the various characters instead of just teachers or perverts. Those guys are still involved however.
bigdave: Yes I know, I know, but sometimes I don't catch them. Oh well, that's life. But glad you're enjoying my story.
gunman: Thanks for the compliment. And I won't stop at Kensuke mind you. I have a few other characters I plan to be against Shinji and Rei. As for Shinji playing the hero, I deserve it. I mean, COME ON, he's a wimp in the series for crying out loud! And yes there will be violence involved later on.
Rei scrambled in her apartment as she tried to get ready. She looked over herself in front of the full length mirror in her room. She wore a pair of black jeans held up by a belt. She also wore a white t-shirt underneath a simple plain black sweater. Around her neck was a crucifix pendant, which hung in front of her abdomen. Pleased with her appearance she quickly went into the washroom and applied a hint of sky-blue eye shadow and some lip-gloss. Looking at the clock by her bed she noticed she had 5 minutes to spare, so she lay down on her bed.
However the phone rang so she quickly got up and answered the phone, "Hello, Ayanami residence."
"You will do your job or I will have you transferred back to Hiroshima," a cold voice replied.
Rei's gasped as her eyes widened in fear recognizing the voice, "Mr. Aida, please don't send me back," she pleaded, "It's his choice not to have sex with me."
He cruelly laughed, "Foolish girl, it is your obligation to please men. And tonight you will please him whether you like it or not. This is your body we're talking about. Don't have sex with him, you're finished," he warned as he slammed the phone. Rei fell down to her knees as she broke down crying as she feared what Mr. Aida would do to face her back. She cried so hard that she didn't notice someone was knocking the door.
Shinji stood outside Rei's room wearing a pair of cargos, a red t-shirt and a black jacket. He was going to knock again when a man in a black suit ran up to him.
"What do you have?" Shinji asked.
"As ordered, we have tapped her phone line," the man replied, "However the moment we connected an untraceable call from a Mr. Aida threatened to send her to Hiroshima if she doesn't have sexual intercourse with you tonight." Shinji was surprised at the news. H took a chance and turned to door knob to find it unlocked. He opened the door to see Rei crying her face buried into her hands.
He was quickly by her side placing a hand on her shoulder speaking in a soothing voice, "Rei, it's alright. No one is going to take you back to Hiroshima." Rei looked at him in wonder. What little eye shadow she had was smudged, and eyes and nose were red. Next thing Shinji knew Rei dived into him burying her head into his chest as she cried her heart out. All the pain of the last four years poured out as she continued to cry. Shinji held her gently stroking the back of her head with one hand while the other was wrapped around her waist.
After a while of crying Rei leaned up and planted a kiss on Shinji's cheek, "Thank you for your support. But how did you know Mr. Aida had called me?"
"Remember that call I made a while ago?" Rei simply nodded, "I had my dad send a Section 2 bodyguard unit here. They arrived when we came back from school. I ordered them to tap your phone so that all calls except a few were monitored. They just happen to complete tapping your phone when he called."
She rested her head on his shoulder, "But what can you do? I will surely be forced to go back to Hiroshima."
He then took Rei's face and gently moved it so they were eye to eye, "I promise you that I will protect you. That and I have a plan. But for now, let's just enjoy our date okay?" Rei smiled nodding her head as she wiped the tears from her face.
"Just clean your face and then let's go. I don't like girls with make-up on anyways." Rei stood up and walked into the bathroom. During this time he surveyed Rei's room. He was appalled as the room as littered with bandages, used condoms, clothing, bras, panties and even a few boxer shorts. He figured Rei saw no point as it would get messy again after a few night.
A noise behind him drew his attention from his surroundings. Rei stood before him looking rather heavenly. She wore the same clothes except that her face was clean and clear of make-up save for a bit of lip gloss. Without the make-up, her skin was pale, but it worked in her favour as it further accentuated then crimson in her eyes. She had also taken off her sweater, and had tied it around her waist, revealing her white t-shirt. Across the chest the word ANGEL was written. The left sleeve was hemmed up to reveal a bit of her shoulder, which also happen to reveal some sort of clawed hand. The shirt itself was just of a right fit to show off her curves yet revealed nothing inappropriate.
"How do I look?" she quietly asked looking away as a blush crept up along her cheeks.
He smiled as he cupped her chin and turned her face to look at him, "You look heavenly," Rei couldn't help but blush, "I am curious, what is that on your arm Rei-kun?"
Rei stepped back as she covered the hand with her right hand, "It is a tattoo my father gave me a year before I ran away."
"May I see it?" he blurted out suddenly. Rei winced at his question, and reluctantly started to pull her shirt up.
"Wait, wait, wait," he called out, "I'm sorry for asking. You don't have to show it to me."
Rei smiled as she tucked in her t-shirt, "I am glad you respect my privacy Shinji-kun. When I am more comfortable, I will show you."
Shinji smiled as he extended his hand, "Well then, shall we get going?" Rei was happy to oblige as she smiled warmly taking his hand. As they walked out of Rei' apartment Shinji whispered something to the Section 2 agent before going down the elevator with Rei.
"Shinji-kun, where are we going first?" Rei asked.
"Well I thought that we could hang out in the mall for a while," he responded, "After that possibly a move, then dinner and maybe a walk and then take you home." Rei liked the simplicity of the date. Nothing expensive, nor cheap, just enough to satisfy one's desires as well as have some fun. They went down to the garage floor. When they reached Shinji's care Rei let out a gasp of surprise as she saw a cerulean colored convertible. They quickly hopped into the car and drove off to the local mall.
Once there, they decided to just walk and around and stopped and look around in stores that had their interest. They had stopped into a gaming and electronics stores as well as a few bookstores. They then made a stop inside a clothing store. They looked around a while until Rei spotted something of interest. Pulling it out from the rack she had found a blue sundress with golden flower embroidery at the base.
"Why don't you try it on? See how it fits," Shinji suggested. Rei blushed for a moment before nodding and walking away to try on the dress. Shinji waited a few minutes before she came out. His eyes widened as he saw the heavenly beauty before him in the sundress. The blue of the dress just happened to match the same shade of blue as her hair, which he just noticed as down to her shoulder blades.
"When did you hair get longer?" Shinji asked curiously.
"You are one of five people to have seen my hair undone," she responded, "You, Hikari, Asuka, my ex-boyfriend and Mr. Aide have seen me with my hair down."
"Yeah I'm honored and all," he said scratching the back of his head, "However that still doesn't explain how I met you with short hair, and now you walk out with long hair. Plus why do you hide the face that you have long hair."
Rei went back into the change stall and started changing, "It is amazing how a little hair gel and blue mascara does wonders. It's not an easy task mind you. However today I hid my hair underneath my t-shirt," she then came out from the stall, "It a wonderful dress but it's ¥19,995.78($200 CAD)I cannot afford it." (A/N It is an accurate conversion to those who it may concern)
"It's alright. I'll guy this one," he replied, "Plus you looked beautiful in that dress," he added.
Rei blushed even more at the comment, "Are you sure Shinji-kun? I do not wish to be an inconvenience," she asked worriedly.
"It's alright Rei-kun," he replied calmly, "Besides you need something else besides this outfit to wear."
"Arigatou Shinji-kun," Rei replied restraining herself from hugging him. Shinji paid for the dress before sitting on a bench just across from the store.
"You've answered how you keep your hair short," he said, "But why though. You look much better with long hair. You should grow out your bangs a bit. You look a bit awkward when half of your hair is tomboyish while the other half is that of a girl."
Rei shook her head, "The day I was raped, anytime I was extremely resistance, they used my hair as a means to control me. I had my hair down to my waist at the time. Plus I like short bangs," she explained, "After I ran away I had to shorten my hair greatly. I eventually taught myself how to hide my hair length. I had mastered it by the time Mr. Aida found me. Plus it was him who suggested it to keep my hair short. Again I will say I prefer short bangs. But I have to let it grow out a bit if you want me to leave my hair down."
"Please do Rei," Shinji responded, "I'd like you to keep your hair down," he quickly checked his watch before standing up holding Rei's hand, "C'mon, and it's only 5:15. Let's keep walking around." They continued to walk through the mall for a while longer. After another hour or so of window shopping they made a stop at the food court.
"So anything in particular you want?" Shinji asked.
"Aren't you going to take me to some fancy restaurant?" Rei asked in an almost inaudible voice.
"And why would I do that?" Shinji asked surprised, "Do you want to go a fancy restaurant?"
Rei shook her head, "No, and I'm glad you are not," Shinji looked at her curiously, "Every time the new guy takes me out, dinner usually took place in a fancy restaurant. I prefer just normal fast food on a first date," she explained, "Oh and you look rather cute when you look at me like that," she added, "And I'll have Wendy's please. Just get me a salad and medium Coke." Shinji nodded as he got in line. Pretty soon Shinji had ordered their food and sat down and eat.
As they ate Shinji noticed something about the way Rei ate her salad, "You seem to be enjoying your food more than the average person," he commented.
"It is not often I can deviate from my normal diet," she responded, "I only make enough in tips to buy instant food. Anything else is a luxury."
As Shinji ate he was quite deep in thought, 'She has such a horrible life. I can't believe she's suffered so much and yet has endured. I don't like prostitutes, never did, but I think I'm falling for her. I think I can make an exception if I can change her life for good." He smiled as he watched the albino girl eat.
They finished their meal and left the mall. Shinji drove Rei to the Tokyo Municipal Park where they walked around hand in hand. None of them spoke, both enjoying walking under the stars and the moonlight. Deciding to set his plan in motion, Shinji stopped and faced Rei.
"Shinji-kun, what is wrong?" Rei asked.
"You already know that I detest prostitutes. Yet for some reason I think I'm falling for you." His voice was confident despite the face he was blushing beet red.
Rei too started to blush, "I believe that I'm falling for you too Shinji-kun," Rei replied as he face matched the crimson of her eyes.
Shinji started to scratch the back of his head as he continued, "I don't know if I should ask this but, Rei-kun, will you be my girlfriend?" Shinji closed his eyes shut and braced himself for possible rejection. Yet when the slap he expected didn't happen, he opened his eyes to see Rei teary eyed smiling broadly.
"Nothing would make me happier," Rei spoke happily, "I trust you enough to respect me. So yes, I will be your girlfriend." Thinking Rei would probably be uncomfortable with any kind of kissing, simply hugged her gently, Unaware of Shinji's restraint, Rei simply enjoyed the moment as she returned the hug. They stayed in each others arms for a while as they enjoyed their company.
"Shinji-kun, can you please kiss me?"
Shinji blinked a few times before responding, "Are you sure about this Rei-kun? I don't want to do something both of us will regret."
"Why do you shy away from something couples do?" Rei asked hurtfully.
"It's just that considering your background I thought that I shouldn't rush things," Shinji quietly responded looking down.
Rei brought her hand to Shinji's chin gently tiling it up to meet her face, "I thank you for your concern. However I simply wish to kiss you. Touching or anything further will not occur until much later. Right now I just wish to kiss." Shinji couldn't help but smile at Rei's boldness and self control. He always figured that prostitutes were sex crazed freaks. However Rei was different. He liked that quality of Rei.
He leaned down and brought his lips to hers. It was a brief moment, but in that moment they felt something spark between their lips. It felt right. Rei who have kissed many men before could tell it was different. I was warm compared to the kisses she shared with her previous boyfriend who seemed only to kiss her for the sake of kissing her. She smiled broadly when they broke. Their faces still close they started, as cobalt blue met crimson red. Before they realized it their lips met again. As they kissed, the felt that spark ignite into a warm fire as they continued to kiss. Shinji slowly wrapped his arms around her thin waist while Rei wrapped hers around his neck. As she entangled one of her hands fingers into his hair she pressed his head closer to hers deepening the kiss. Although they wanted each other they restrained, and settled with feel of each others lips.
They broke for a moment to catch their breath before they connected again. Wanting to explore more of this warmth Shinji opened his mouth enough to let his tongue out. He gently slid his tongue against her bottom lip. She gasped as she broke the kiss in her surprise. Shinji looked at her worriedly and a bit hurt, hoping he didn't hurt her and only surprised her. He opened his mouth to speak but Rei placed a finger on his lips silencing him. She gently shook her had and smiled. Getting the message he leaned in and kissed her. Again he opened his mouth releasing his tongue from its cage as he slid against her lips. This time she opened up as his tongue entered. The next thing he knew, he shuddered as Rei sucked on his tongue. He moaned as the sheer pleasure course through his veins. Rei released his tongue as he started to explore he mouth. She moaned as his tongue licked her gums and the roof of her mouth. He soon found his quarry as their tongues met.
As they touched they moaned their voices vibrated against each other lips, causing them both to shudder as they reveled in the feel of each others tongues. They continued to moan and groan as their tongues danced entwined with one another. After a few minutes they had to break the kiss as they needed air. As they panted for breath Shinji pushed some stray strands of hair and tucked it behind her left ear, revealing a scar hear her ear. He moved some hair, as they revealed a long scar from her ear down to the bottom of her jaw.
"Rei-chan, tell me that scar is a birth mark," Shinji breathed out.
Rei's face saddened, "No Shinji-kun. It's a scar I received not too long after I got my tattoo," she replied as she covered the scar with her hair, turning her back hiding the tears streaming down her face.
Shinji wrapped his arms around Rei encompassing her arms as well, and then whispered into her ear, "I'm sorry Rei-chan." Rei couldn't help but smile. She's been through hell for the past 4 years or so, and now she's in the arms of a boy who took the time to get to know her. She brought her hands up and held his forearms as she tilted her head, turning it to face Shinji and kissed him a few times in the neck.
Yet the moment failed to last as Shinji looked at his watch, "It's getting late. Plus we have school tomorrow." Rei signed in disappointment but nodded in agreement. They started to walk back to Shinji's car. They came in hand in hand; they walked out in each others arms. From a distance Asuka and Hikari watched the two walk out of the part with Shinji's arm draped over Rei's shoulders while she held his chest. They got into Shinji's car and drove off into the night.
So how was that? Pretty good eh? Yes I know it's a bit fast for a relationship to happen, but I only plan to make it 10, max 12 chapters long. Well anyways please give me your opinions. Although I would prefer positive reviews, if you have to insult me, please at least make it constructive? Well anyways that's all from me.