Here's Chapter 12!
Sorry for the long wait but you wouldn't believe the trouble I went through with this chapter!
First, it was hard for me to think of what to put down in this story! As you may have noticed from my other works romance stuff isn't exactly my forte but I did the best I can.
Second, my computer was messing up one night and I accidentally erased what I wrote! I can't tell you how frustrated I was when that happened! However, I did save a part of it in one of my PM chats with SailorMarble14 so it's not a complete loss. Still, I was really upset with myself for letting that happen and I didn't have it saved either.
Third, things have gotten really busy at work the past couple weeks and I've been too tired to even write a sentence. But, I'll try to catch up with the others as soon as I can.
Four, Please don't hate me if this isn't great. I really tried my best to make it as romantic as I could. Still, I hope you like it just the same. I know it's not really perfect.
Anyway, like with Mike and Zoey, I love seeing Manitoba and Svetlana as a couple because they're so cute together! :D I see them just like I see the other couples on Total Drama.
And I want to thank SailorMarble14 for being such a big help with this chapter. Thanks!
References:
Could It Be? by Christy Carlson Romano From Kim Possible- The Kissing scene. Enough said. 3
Kage Futatsu from Clannad (anime) Both English and Japanese versions.
Truly Madly Deeply by Savage Garden
Can You Feel The Love Tonight? from The Lion King (Elton John Version)
I Don't Wanna Miss A Thing by Aerosmith
Everyday by Phil Collins- During the dance.
Aladdin- When Svetlana and Manitoba said goodnight to each other only not the exact words. And when Manitoba dropped on his bed saying "yes!"
Next Chapter: Manitoba Smith and Vito get into a fight and it really worries the others, especially Mike. :(
P.S. I have a Mal poll related to this story on my profile. Check it out and be sure to vote!
Until next time, enjoy!
I don't own Total Drama or the characters.
Chapter 12: The Date
It was movie night again and since it was Svetlana's turn, she chose romance films much to the disapproval of the other personalities except for Manitoba Smith and Mike.
Vito was pretending to gag and he whined the whole time, "Ey yo! This is so lame! Why can't we watch something exciting instead of this lovey-dovey junk?!"
"Shhh!" Manitoba shushed him, "Keep your knickers on and stop your whining! It's Svetlana's turn, so we should respect her choices."
"You're just saying that because you think she's hot or something." the shirtless personality rolled his eyes.
Manitoba blushed fiercely and opened his mouth to say something, but nothing. He just looked away as his red cheeks turned back to their normal color. Svetlana wanted to say some comforting words to Manitoba, but she couldn't think of the right words to say so she just kept herself silent for the rest of the movie.
As soon as the movie was over and the last one was coming on, Svetlana was reaching over to grab some popcorn from the bowl but she accidentally touched Manitobas hand instead. The two personalities looked at each other and stared at each others eyes, but when they saw their hands touching they immediately backed away blushing.
"Sorry!" Svetlana grinned and looked away.
"N-No!" Manitoba shook his head, "It-t's fault mine-I mean my fault! Uh...excuse me! I'm not feeling good."
He got up and ran to his room, leaving the others looking at each other in confusion.
"What's that all about?" Mike asked.
"I have no idea." Mal shrugged and continues watching.
Manitoba ran to the bathroom, closed the door, took off his hat, and splashed come cold water on his face before looking at his reflection.
"Okay. Get a grip, mate!" he said to himself, "You're getting yourself all worked up over a girl! A sweet, kind, pretty, amazing, athletic..." he was lost in his thoughts before he slapped himself, "Snap out of it, Manitoba! Just because you really like Svetlana, that doesn't mean you should lose your head!"
Manitoba Smith wasn't aware that Svetlana was right outside the bathroom door, listening to every word he had said just now.
"He really likes me?" she thought to herself, "I had no idea. So, that's why he acted so strange vhen Svetlana is near him."
Svetlana snapped out of her thoughts when she heard the handle jiggle and dashed out of there before Manitoba opened the door.
Manitoba went to his room and laid down on his bed, trying to think of what to do with his problems. Every time he tried to get close to Svetlana or even looks at her, he gets all nervous and even a little clumsy sometimes. It's like he's a lovesick puppy or something. He, also, started to remember the time he wanted to ask her out but he chickened out at the last minute.
"Oi, I'll never live that down." Manitoba moaned in frustration.
Manitoba Smith (Age 12) has been standing by Svetlanas bedroom door for the past ten minutes while holding a bouquet of roses and tulips in his hand.
"Come on, mate! You can do this!" he tried to motivate himself, "Just knock on the door, hand Svetlana the flowers, and ask her out. Simple as that!"
Very nervously, he raised his hand and, finally, knocked on the door.
"Coming!" Svetlana (Age 8) answered from the other side.
Hearing footsteps approaching, Manitoba froze like a statue and his heart would stop racing.
"I can't do this!" he panicked.
He dropped the flowers and ran away just as Svetlana opened the door, "Hello?" she called, "Hello? Is anyone there?"
No one answered. She looked down and saw the bouquet of flowers at her feet. She picked them up and while she felt happy to have such lovely flowers, she wondered who left them there. Svetlana shrugged and went back into her room to tend her new flowers.
In his own room, Manitoba was banging his head against the wall in frustration.
"Stupid! Stupid! Stupid!" he scolded himself, "Why did you act like such a weenie?!"
He remained in his room for the rest of the day and did nothing but sulk, sulk, and more sulking.
Back in the present, Manitoba sighed and got up to go to take a little walk. His thoughts continued to cloud his brain, which made him so distracted he couldn't really watch where he was going. Suddenly, he bumped right into someone and Manitoba fell right on the ground!
"Ow! Crikey!" Manitoba groaned, "Why don't you-"
He stopped when he saw Svetlana on the ground as well. He got up quickly and helped her up as well.
"I'm so sorry, sheila!" he held out his hand, "I should have been looking where I was going!"
"It's alright, dear." Svetlana grabbed his hand and lifted herself up, "It vas Svetlanas fault for not being more careful."
"Well...I did...I mean...oh..." Manitoba fumbled his words again.
"Uh, Manitoba?" Svetlana gave a small grin, "You can let go of my hand now."
He saw that he was still holding Svetlanas hand and lets go but not before blushing again. The two were silent for a moment before Manitoba broke it.
"So," he said, "what's up?"
Svetlana rubbed the back of her head and looked away nervously before finding the courage to answer her friend.
"Manitoba..." Svetlana smiled and blushed at him, "Vould you like to...go on a date vith me?"
That moment, Manitoba froze in place, "I-I...uhhhh...um...oh..." he tried to get the words out but nothing.
Svetlana chuckled and held her hand out to the explorer, "So, is that a yes?"
Manitoba shook his head before taking her hand, "S-Sure!" he finally answered, "So, I'll-uh see you..tonight?"
"I vas thing tomorrow, actually." she said, "Is that being alright vith-"
"Yes!" Manitoba blurted out and his cheeks turned red, "I mean sure. G-Good, great even!"
"Very well." Svetlana smiled and left, "Be ready at seven tomorrow!"
Manitoba Smith stood there with his heart beating and his mind racing with a million thoughts. Svetlana asking him on a date?! It was a dream come true for him! But, there was one problem: He doesn't know how to date! With a single gasp, he ran to Mikes room to ask his brother for help.
Mike was reading on his bed when his older brother came in, "Mike! Mike! I gotta talk to you!" Manitoba burst into the room.
"What is it, Manitoba?" Mike asked sounding worried.
"Svetlana asked me on a date!" he answered.
"Really?" Mike said as he gave a big smile, "That's wonderful!"
The older personality shook his head, "No it's not! I have no idea how to date a girl and I'm gonna blow this date and she'll never speak to me again!" he grabbed Mikes shoulders and shook him, "Mike! You have to help me!"
"Put me down and I will!" Mike said as his brother lets go.
"Sorry mate." he calmed himself, "I'm just worried that this date will go bad and I'll totally ruin this for me and the sheila I've adored since we met."
"That's okay." Mike sat back down on his bed, "So, what do you want to know?"
"Well," Manitoba sat next to his brother, "how do you impress a girl?"
"Oh, that's easy." Mike gave a small grin, "Just be yourself, act polite, and just talk to each other. Simple."
"But we talk all the time." the older personality pointed out.
"I mean about interests, hobbies, things you both like." Mike added, "When Zoey and I talked to each other during the first days we went on Total Drama, I found out that we both like some of the same things. I never felt so happy that the girl I loved liked what I liked."
"Okay." Manitoba nodded, "What else?"
"Hmmm." Mike thought for a second, "Just be yourself I guess."
"Be myself?" he raised his eyebrow, "Like how?"
"Talk to her." Mike replied, "But, don't just flirt with her or talk about you all the time. Find something you both can talk about together."
"Okay then." Manitoba stood up, "I think I got it now. Thanks for the tips, Mike."
"Anytime bro'." Mike smiled back and fist-bumped his brother.
After that, Manitoba left the room to go back to his own and prepare for tomorrows date.
Meanwhile, Chester was polishing his cane when he heard a knock on the door.
KNOCK! KNOCK!
"Who is it?!" Chester asked loudly.
"It's me!" Svetlana answered from the other side.
"Oh." Chester immediately recognized the voice, "Come in, honey!"
Svetlana opened the door and closed it again as soon as she was inside.
"Chester, can I talk to you?" she asked softly.
"Sure sweetie." Chester scooted over and patted a spot next to him on the bed, "Come sit over here."
"Okay." she said as she sat down.
Chester scooted next to his granddaughter and placed an arm around her shoulders, "What is it you needed? Is something the matter?"
"No no." Svetlana shook her head, "Everything is fine. It's just..." she paused for a moment and swallowed, "I asked Manitoba on a date tomorrow."
"You did?" Chester said in surprise, "What did he say?"
"He said "yes"." she added and looked down.
"That's wonderful, honey!" Chester smiled but frowned when he saw his granddaughter looking kinda down, "Then, why are you so sad?"
Svetlana sighed before she spoke again, "I'm not sad, Chester. I'm just nervous und not really sure if I can handle this. Vhat if Svetlana screws up or something bad happens? I really really like Manitoba more than anything but...I feel scared."
Chester gave a comforting smile and embraced Svetlana while patting her back.
"Don't be scared, sweetie." he spoke softly, "I know you'll be fine. I know that you and Manitoba were meant for each other."
"Really?" Svetlana looked up a little surprised, "How did you know?"
"I just do." Chester winked at her, "Anyway, don't worry so much. I'm sure everything will be fine and you two will be closer than ever."
"You really think so?" she asked.
"I know so." he nodded.
"Thanks Chester." Svetlana smiled at him, "I feel much better now. You threw Svetlanas doubts away und lifted her confidence."
"You're welcome, sweetheart." Chester hugged her, "Now, you go get some sleep. You have a big date tomorrow."
"I sure do!" she stood up and gave him a kiss on the cheek, "Goodnight Chester. I love you."
"I love you too, Svetlana." Chester kissed her forehead, "Have a good nights rest."
"You too." Svetlana said before leaving for her own room.
Everyone slept peacefully for that night except for Manitoba Smith and Svetlana, who felt a little nervous about the next day.
Sure enough, the designated day has arrived and everyone was feeling either nervous or excited. Manitoba and Svetlana remained in their rooms until it was time, but they each thought of things to talk about during dinner and what they could do afterwords. By six thirty that evening, they got washed up and were getting dressed in their best attire.
Except for Mike, the guys were helping Manitoba with his tuxedo while he was helping Svetlana get ready. It was black with a white collar shirt underneath and a light brown tie around his neck.
"You sure this will work, mates?" Manitoba asked as he looked at himself in the mirror.
"Relax bro'!" Vito said, "You'll look like prince when we get finished here."
"After all, you have to look best for your pretty lady in waiting." Mal smirked.
"Not helping." Manitoba frowned.
"Aw, they're just teasing you sonny." Chester patted his shoulder, "You'll be fine and Svetlana isn't going to care what you're wearing anyway. Why back in my day, we only used potato sacks and rags for clothing."
The boys chuckled at Chesters tale while Mal helped Manitoba with his tie.
"Thanks you guys." Manitoba smiled at them, "How do I look?"
The three stepped back to observe their work and nodded in approval.
"Looking great, my man!" Vito gave his older brother a high-five.
"You clean up nice, bro'." Mal nodded.
"Now you're ready for your date." Chester said.
"Alright. Here I go." Manitoba said as he walked off.
Mike was in Svetlanas room, helping his little sister getting ready for her big night. She was in a lovely purple dress with matching gloves and shoes and Mike was brushing her hair so it'll look nice for her date tonight.
"I appreciate you helping Svetlana fix up her hair, Mike." she said as she was sitting.
"It's no problem, sis'." Mike smiled as he continued brushing, "I'm always happy to help my little sister."
Svetlana sighed before speaking again, "You think this date vill go well for Svetlana? I have never done this kind of thing before und I am pretty nervous."
"You'll be fine." Mike said as he finished up, "Just relax and go with the flow. There's really nothing to it."
"Thanks." she smiled back.
After doing her hair, Mike went to Svetlanas jewelry box and pulled out a silver necklace with a purple heart-shaped jewel. He remembered giving this to Svetlana and her birthday years ago and to her, it was so special that she only wore it on special occasions like this one. He placed it around his sisters neck which made her smile even more.
"There." Mike gave her a hug from behind, "Now you look fabulous!"
"Thank you so much, dear." Svetlana stood up and gave her brother a kiss on the cheek, "Vell, it's time. Vhish Svetlana luck!" she started to leave the room.
"Good luck!" Mike waved to her, "I wish you both all the luck in the world."
In the kitchen, Mike, Chester, Mal, and Vito were getting everything ready for the happy couple. Mike and Mal set up a table with fine china, cloths, and candelabra while Vito and Chester set up complete with a disco ball and a stereo.
Years earlier, Manitoba had Mike help him think of a small room with a dance floor just for this occasion. After hearing about the date, Mike spent half the night cleaning up the room and decorating it for the big night.
Manitoba was waiting next to the table when he saw Svetlana walking down the hallway and approaching him. He never saw anything so beautiful and gorgeous in his life and this was a girl he had known for years. As Svetlana drew closer, she thought of the time she and Manitoba spent time together when they were children.
*Flashback*
Svetlana (Age 8) was in her room, thinking about what Mike (Age 9) said. He told her she should try and hang out with the other personalities but everyone was too busy to hang with her. Chester (Age 54) was taking a nap, Mike was spending time with his parents, and Vito (Age 11) was roughhousing which Svetlana wanted to avoid. The only one left to ask was Manitoba Smith (Age 12) and she had no idea what he was doing . She got up, left her room, and went to Manitobas room to find the young explorer lying on the floor drawing on paper. The little girl went up to him and tapped him on the shoulder, causing him to turn around.
"Hey, sheila." Manitoba smiled at her, "What are you doing here?"
"I'm bored und no one else vants to play with Svetlana." she said sadly, "Can I play with you?"
"Sure." he nodded and scooted over, "I've got plenty of paper and crayons."
She sat down next to Manitoba and started drawing with him. She made a drawing of herself, which catches the attention of Manitoba who watches with amazement.
"Wow!" he smiled, "You're really good!"
"Really?" she said, "Are you sure you're not just saying that?"
"No way!" Manitoba shook his head, "I love it already!"
"Then it's yours." Svetlana handed him the picture after she finished, "Here."
"Hold on!" he held his hand out, "I want you to sign it first."
"Sign it?" Svetlana raised her eyebrow.
"Of course, you silly roo!" Manitoba chuckled, "Every picture needs a signature from the artist."
"Okay!" she perked up and signed it.
After about a half an hour of coloring, Manitoba and Svetlana were sitting on the bed talking to each other about things.
"You want to be a ballerina someday?" he asked.
"Uh-huh!" Svetlana nodded, "Und a athletic gymnast with a unicorn!"
"Cool!" Manitoba said, "You know what I wanna do?"
"What?" she wondered.
"I'm going to go on lots of adventures!" he exclaimed and stood up on the bed, "I'm going to go on treasure hunts, go exploring, and see dozens of new places! As far as the eye can see!"
Svetlana smiled and blushed at her friend but she began to feel tired and her eyes started to droop. Soon enough, she laid down on the bed and fell asleep. Manitoba stopped talking to see his friend asleep and smiled as he tucked her in his bed. Then, Manitoba gave Svetlana a gentle kiss on the cheek.
"Sleep tight, little roo." he whispered.
Later, Manitoba grabbed a sleeping bag from the hall closet so he could lay on the floor next to his bed and watch over his sleeping friend.
Back in the present, Svetlana came to the kitchen table where her dear friend was waiting for her.
Manitoba took her hand and kissed it, "You look lovely this evening."
"Thank you." she smiled, "You look quite dapper yourself."
"Well thanks." he smiled as he pulled out Svetlanas chair. "Allow me."
She sat down and Manitoba helped push her chair in, "Wow! Vhat a gentleman!" she smiled.
"Why thank you, sheila." he said as he sat down, "Hope you don't mind but I ordered for you."
"Oh, how sweet." Svetlana said.
"Oh waiter!" Manitoba called.
Vito, dressed in a butler outfit was rolling their dinners and drinks on a tray sitting on top of a cart.
"Alright." Vito dusted his hands and served them, "One Ceasur salad for the lady and steak and potatoes for the gentleman. Bon app- Bon-" he stammered, "Enjoy your food."
"Aren't you forgetting something bro'?" Manitoba smirked as he asked.
"Huh?" he turned around, "Oh yeah!"
He grabbed a bottle, poured something in their glass, and placed two straws in it, "I almost forgot about about your sparkling cider. Now you can enjoy!" he bowed.
"Thank you, my good man." he handed Vito a five dollar bill, "And here's a little something for your troubles."
"Thank you sir." Vito bowed and walked away.
Manitoba and Svetlana looked at each other before taking a sip of the cider.
"Mmmm!" Svetlana said happily, "This cider makes my tummy feel giggly."
"And you're cute when you're giggly." he gave a warm smile.
The two ate their food but they were mostly silent for a couple reasons. One, they couldn't think of what to say to each other, and two, they didn't like to talk with their mouths full. Once they were finished eating, Manitoba
"So," Manitoba twiddled with his fork, "nice evening, huh?"
"Hmm?" Svetlana looked up for a minute, "Oh yes! V-Very nice! Und quiet too."
"Yeah." he sighed and looked down again.
Things were silent again for a couple minutes.
"Are you nervous, Mani?" Svetlana finally asked.
"Yes." he sighed deeply, "It's just...I've liked you for a long time, but I was too afraid to tell you. I know it's stupid but I've always wanted to be with you and stay by your side every day. You must think I'm pathetic, do you?"
Svetlana takes his hand and squeezes it, "Of course not, darling." Manitoba looked up and saw her smiling, "Svetlana felt ze exact same vay but vith you."
"Really" he asked.
"Yes." she nodded, "I felt too scared to talk to you vhenever I am near you. I vould always get ze butterflies in my tummy und I could never say vhat I vanted to say."
Manitoba sighed in relief, "Guess we're both afraid, aren't we?"
"But remember vhat Svetlana und the others told you last time?" Svetlana reminded him, "It's okay to be scared sometimes. It makes us who ve are."
Manitoba nodded before standing up, "You wanna get outta here?"
"Yes." Svetlana agreed and followed him.
Manitoba took her to the room Mike had helped decorated earlier. Svetlanas eyes grew wide with happiness when they entered.
"So beautiful..." Svetlana said in a hushed voice.
"You like it?" he asked.
"I love it." she sighed with content, "It's so romantical."
"It sure is, love." Manitoba agreed.
Mal and Vito turned on the stereo and played a love song by Phil Collins. Manitoba and Svetlana looked at them and at each other, nervously, and they weren't sure what to do at first.
"You uh-wanna dance with me?" Manitoba asked nervously.
"O-Of course." Svetlana nodded.
Manitoba wrapped his arms around her waist and Svetlana wrapped her arms around his neck and did a slow dance while a music played.
"You ever did this before?" Manitoba asked.
"No." the Russian athlete shook her head, "You?"
"Not in my life." the Austrailian treasure hunter chuckled as Svetlana did the same.
They continued dancing during songs by Savage Garden, Elton John, Aerosmith, and even from an anime they watched together once. By the time Christy Carlson Romanos song came into play, they slowed down their dancing for a bit and stared at each other.
"Svetlana?"
"Manitoba?"
"I-I just wanna say...I-I lov-" Manitoba tried to say but Svetlana placed a finger on his lips.
"Shhh." she whispered, "Shtop vith ze talking."
They held each other closer and gazed deeply into each others eyes. Their eyes locked and their hearts were frozen and full of anxiety. Slowly, Svetlanas leaned forward as Manitoba did the same thing and once their eyes were closed...their lips touched. They shared a passionate kiss for the very first time, unaware that their three brothers were watching from the doorway.
"They're kissing!" Vito yelled excitedly.
Mal and Mike cringed as they tried to get him to shut up, "Vito, be quiet!" Mike covered his mouth, "You want us to get caught?!"
"Keep you're voice down!" Mal hissed.
"Aw relax, bro's!" Vito pushed Mikes hand away, "I just want to see them kiss!"
They looked up again to see the door slam in their faces.
"You were saying?" said Mal in a deadpanned tone.
The rest of the evening went amazing. There was more dancing, more conversations, and more kisses until they started to feel exhausted and wanted to turn in for the night. Manitoba escorted Svetlana to her room and they stopped at her doorway before looking at each other one last time.
"Goodnight, my sweet prince." Svetlana smiled at him.
"Pleasant dreams, my love." Manitoba smiled back.
Before they departed, Manitoba and Svetlana shared a loving goodnight kiss and they gazed at each other until Svetlana went into her room and closed the door.
Manitoba, slowly, went back to his room but not before gaining lost of praise from his grandfather and his brothers.
"Good job, bro'." Vito slapped him on the back.
"You finally did it." Mike smiled at his brother proudly.
"Nice work." Mal added.
"I'm proud of you, sonny." Chester patted his shoulder.
"Thank you, mates." Manitoba smiled thankfully before leaving.
Once he reached his room, he still couldn't shake the happy feeling he had in his heart and was extremely glad that the date was a huge success and he and Svetlana were finally a couple.
"Yes!" he said as he dropped onto his bed and gazed at the ceiling, "I did it! I really did it! My dream has finally come true."
Manitoba went to sleep and had nothing but happy dreams all night, and Svetlana was the same way.
From that day on, Manitoba Smith and Svetlana became boyfriend and girlfriend. Mike was happy for his older brother and younger sister, Mal just went on with his own business, Vito only rolled his eyes at this, and all Chester said was "Kids today and their romance".
To Be Continued...