hi guys! sorry if i haven't updated for quite a long time now. i've been pretty busy. anyway, this is chapter 5. i hope you enjoy reading this. and please don't forget to read my notes at the very bottom. thanks:)


Chapter 5 – Guilt, Confessions and Recovery

At the Hospital…

"She's gonna be fine. She didn't lose too much blood because of the first aid. Quick thinking." Dr. Ikagami said

"So, can we see her now?" Ayu asked

"Sure. But I don't think you'll be able to talk to her. She might hear you but she won't be able to reply." Dr. Ikagami said

"What do you mean? I thought you said that she's gonna be fine?" Nina's mom asked

"Yes. She'll be alright but she's kinda in a coma." Dr. Ikagami stated.

"Coma? Why is that? Do you have any idea when she will wake up?" Tsujiai asked with a concern on his face.

"Yes. Her body and brain is still in shock. It might just take days or probably a few weeks before she regains consciousness. It would be nice if you guys (referring to Ayu, Kaji, Tsujiai and Yuta) visit her everyday. Try talking to her like she's conscious. After all, she'll be able to hear every word that you're gonna say." Dr. Ikagami explained.

"Ok. Thanks a lot Doctor." Nina's mom said.

So Nina's mom together with Ayu, Kaji, Yuta and Tsujiai went to see Nina in the Recovery Room. They were happy to know that she'll be alright but the fact the she's in a coma still worries them even though the Doctor already said that she's gonna be fine. The one who is most affected by what happened to Nina was Ayu.

"Oh, Nina. I know that you can hear me… please forgive me. It's all my fault. Gomen nasai." Ayu said

"Now, now. Don't blame yourself. I know that she's not angry at you. Anyway, you kids stay here while I get something to eat. I guess you guys are already hungry since you haven't eaten anything." Nina's mom said while going out the door. She was trying hard not to cry because if she did then Ayu might feel more guilty even though it wasn't her fault.

Then Ayu went out of the room and just stood there. Kaji followed her out because he was worrying about her.

"Hey, you okay?" Kaji asked

"Huh? Oh yeah." Ayu said

"If you're okay then why are you crying?" Kaji asked

"I am not crying. Something just got into my eye." Ayu said wiping her tears.

"Here… you know, I don't want to see you cry. Don't worry. Everything's gonna be alright. She'll wake up before you know it." Kaji said while handing his hankerchief to Ayu.

"Thanks. But I just can't help it. I feel like it's all my fault." Ayu said while wiping her tears with Kaji's hankerchief.

"Be happy. Smile. I'm guessing that Nina would have want you to smile rather than cry." Kaji said

"Yeah, I guess you're right. she would have made funny faces just to make me smile." Ayu said beginning to smile.

"Really? Like this?" Kaji said while making different funny faces.

"Hahaha. Yeah, like that." Ayu said giggling.

"Now, that's a lot better isn't it? Just don't cry. Okay?" Kaji said

"Yeah. Thanks a lot for cheering me up." Ayu said while handing the hankerchief back.

"It's no biggie. I just don't want to see you cry. I hate it when you cry." Kaji said while looking straight into her eyes.

Kaji took the hankerchief from Ayu's hand and he touched her cheeks. He wiped her cheeks and then he said to her "A beautiful girl like you should not cry. It's just not right."

Ayu blushed when Kaji said those words. And then he kissed her on the cheek and then he went back inside the Recovery room. Ayu just couldn't help smiling. And then she whispered, "Nina, you really have to wake up. And also, thanks for saving me."

So, Ayu went back in and saw Tsujiai sitting beside the bed that Nina was lying on. His face was so sad and full of concern.

"Hey kids, I'm back. Let's eat. Then after that you can go home. Your parents are already looking for you." Nina's mom said who just came in.

And so, they all ate together and was telling funny stories about Nina. That made them quite happy.

"Thanks a lot for staying beside her. You can go home now. I called your parents and I told them that you'll be going home after we eat." Nina's mom said

"Mrs. Sakura, are you gonna be alright here? I can stay and accompany you." Ayu said

"I can also stay." Tsujiai said

"Same here." Kaji and Yuta chorused.

"Don't worry. I'll be alright. Nina's dad will be arriving soon with Rio so I'll be okay." Nina's mom said.

So the four teenagers went home. Nina's dad and Rio came to the Hospital after a few minutes. The next few days, they keep visiting Nina and talking to her on what's happening at their school.

After a week and two days…

They were all at the hospital to visit her. Nina's dad and Rio was on their way to the hospital when suddenly Nina moved and opened her eyes.

"Okaasan… Okaasan." Nina said in a low voice.

"Nina! Oh Nina! Thank goodness you're awake! How are you feeling?" Nina's mom asked

"A bit dizzy… Haraheta." Nina said

"Hahaha… I would have guessed that you're hungry. I'll be back after a few minutes. Your dad and Rio are on their way." Nina's mom said while going out the door.

"Hey guys. How are you?" Nina asked

"How are we? We should be the one asking you that question." Yuta said

"Gomen nasai Nina! It's all my fault." Ayu said

"No, it's not. You didn't asked me to cover you ne? I'm okay. It's no big deal. I'm alive aren't I?" Nina said in a joke.

"But it was a close one! Thanks to Tsujiai who noticed that your head was bleeding." Kaji stated.

"Yeah. Thanks a lot Tsujiai! I owe you my life." Nina said

"Your welcome. It's no biggie. It would have been really lonely without you in our school you know." Tsujiai said as he held Nina's hand.

"Anyway, I'm just glad that you're okay." Yuta said

"Yeah, I'm glad too! Uumm… I'm sorry Nina but I have to go home now." Ayu said and then followed by Kaji.

"Me too…" Yuta said

"Okay. See you tomorrow? Maybe…" Nina said

So Ayu, Kaji and Yuta went home. Tsujai was still there at the Hospital.

"Uh Tsujiai, you can go home now. It's getting late." Nina said

Suddenly, Tsujiai held Nina's hand.

"You scared me! I thought you weren't gonna wake up anymore… what would I do if something bad happened to you. What if I wasn't there to notice that your head was bleeding?..." Tsujiai said

Nina was surprised on what Tsujiai had said.

"Tsujiai, daijobu desu ka? I'm fine you see… you saved me. Thanks." Nina said blushing.

"I'm okay Nina. It's just that you made me worry too much. Anyway, do you still remember what I told you when Kaji dared me to kiss you?" Tsujiai asked seriously.

"Hai. Why?" Nina said trying hard not to blush. She can still remember that very moment. How it felt… even though it was just a brief kiss.

"Well… Anou… I was serious about it. I didn't say it because of the dare. I really do love you Nina Sakura." Tsujiai said sill holding her hand.

Nina just kept quiet. She didn't know what to say. Rather, she can't believe on what she just heard.

"I… I… I also wanted you to know that… that I love you too…"Nina said blushing really hard.

They were both smiling. All this time they both felt the same way for each other. Courage was all they needed to confess.

"I love you so damn much Nina. I'll always be here by your side." Tsujiai said as he kissed her forehead.

"Arigatou Tsujiai-kun. But you know, I didn't know that you had this soft side of you." Nina said teasing him.

"Oh really? I didn't, until I met you." Tsujiai said.

These words made Nina blush even more. When Tsujiai saw her blushing, he started laughing.

"Mou! Stop laughing! Okay, if you don't stop I'll be mad forever." Nina said pouting.

Tsujiai immediately stopped. Then, this time they both started laughing. Just in time, Nina's mom walked in together with Rio and Nina's dad.

"Oh, did I disturb you two? It seems you were having a good time." Nina's mom said giggling.

"No, it's okay mom." Nina said

"How are you feeling? Are you okay now?" Nina's dad asked

"I'm fine. Ei dad, I want you to meet Tsujiai. He was the one who saved my life." Nina said

"Nice to meet you. Thanks for saving her." Nina's dad said

"Your welcome. Nice to meet you too, sir." Tsujiai said politely.

"Anyway, I'd better go now. My mom is probably waiting for me at home. Bye Mr. and Mrs. Sakura. See yah Rio!" Tsujiai said

"Okay. Thanks for coming. You made me feel so much better." Nina said smiling.

"Oh and Tsujiai. She'll be out of the hospital in about 5 days or so. Kindly tell her other friends that, okay?" Nina's mom said

And so, five days quickly pass by…

"Ayu! Ayu-chan! I missed you so much!" Nina said as soon as she saw Ayu walking near the school.

"Nina! You're already out of the hospital? Are you okay?" Ayu asked

"Ofcourse! I have loads to tell you!" Nina said excitedly.

"And I wonder where you'll start?" A guy's voice said

Nina turn around to see who it was.

"Tsujiai-kun! You didn't visit me in the hospital last 2 days ago." Nina said

"Gomen ne! I was so busy." Tsujiai said

"Yeah, I know." Nina said smiling.

"Ohayou!" Yuta and Kaji greeted.

"Hi Nina! How are yah feelin'? Missed you in school." Yuta said

"Hello! I'm fine. Actually I'm feelin' really good." Nina said

And then Ayu noticed that Tsujiai and Nina were holding hands.

"Matte! Nina… Don't tell me… You and Tsujiai… You're his… his girlfriend?" Ayu asked

"Well… Anou… Yeah. That was what I was gonna tell you." Nina said blushing.

"Is this true Tsujiai? So you finally managed to tell Sakura your feelings. That's good!" Kaji said

"Yeah, I know." Tsujiai said

"Hey, I've got an idea! Why don't we go to Nina's fav restaurant and celebrate! Who's in?" Ayu said cheerfully.

"I am!" Kaji said

"Ofcourse, I'm there. I wouldn't miss it. How about you Yuta?" Ayu asked

Yuta didn't answer immediately. He felt something different. He's feeling quite angry but at the same time he was happy for Nina.

"Yuta? Yuta-kun? What's the matter? You're coming with us ne?" Nina asked Yuta

"Uh, I don't know." Yuta said

"Naze? Do you have a problem with Tsujiai being Nina's boyfriend?" Kaji asked

"Of course not! Why would there be a problem?" Yuta said

"I don't know. Don't ask us. So, you coming or not?" Tsujiai said

"No. I have something to do. I'll pass on this. Gomen nasai Nina." Yuta said

"Matte! What's wrong with you? You're not like this…" Nina said with a concern on her face.

"Nothing… it's nothing." Yuta said as he walked away.

Nina kept thinking what was wrong with Yuta. She was really confused because she had never seen him act like that before.

"Nina, you okay?" Tsujiai asked.

"Yeah, I'm okay. Anyway, shall we go?" Nina said with a smile.

So Nina, Tsujiai, Ayu and Kaji went to the restaurant. They ate, chat and teased each other. They went in separate ways on their way home. Tsujiai with Nina and Ayu with Kaji.

"You know, I'm really happy for Tsujiai. He loves Nina so much. Maybe that accident gave him enough courage to tell her how he really feels. Don't you think so?" Kaji asked Ayu

"Yeah, maybe Tsujiai thought that it was the best time to tell her how he feels. It was really sweet of him because he never left Nina. He was always there at her side." Ayu said

"Anyway, the date's tomorrow evening. I'll pick you up at 7:00pm. Okay?" Kaji said as they stopped in front of Ayu's house.

"Okay then. Goodnight and take care." Ayu said as she waved goodbye.

When she got inside…

"Mom! I won 1st place in the popularity contest!" Ayu exclaimed

"Really? That's great. Anyway, come with me. I have something for you." Ayu's mom said as she went to the living room.

"What is it?" Ayu asked

"Here. Hope you'll like it. I picked it out for your date tomorrow." Ayu's mom said and winked at her.

Ayu opened the box and saw a black dress. A very elegant black dress. The dress was so soft and silky. Ayu tried it on. It looked very nice on her. It was a spaghetti strap dress which had ruffles at the bottom. It was knee-length and it has some sequence on some parts of the dress which made it look more elegant.

Let's see what's going on with Nina and Tsujiai…

"Hey Nina… what's wrong? You seem quiet today." Tsujiai said

"Oh, sorry… I was just thinkin'. It's no big deal." Nina said

"Let me guess… it's about Yuta. Am I right?" Tsujiai asked

"Well… kinda. I mean, I'm worried about him. I've never seen him act like that before. I wonder what's wrong with him." Nina stated

"I think he doesn't like the fact that I'm your boyfriend now." Tsujiai replied

"Huh? And why would he not like it? I mean, you're cute, nice, athletic and smart." Nina said

"Because he likes you… that's the reason why he's been acting strange." Tsujiai said

"Impossible. He's just my friend. Nothing more than that." Nina said

Tsujiai just kept quiet. He continued walking until they have reached Nina's house.

"Here we are. I'll pick you up around 6:45pm tomorrow. See yah." Tsujiai said

"Matte Tsujiai-kun! What's wrong? Don't tell me that you're angry?" Nina asked

"Iie. I'm okay." Tsujiai replied

"Oh, come on! You're still thinking about Yuta liking me… don't worry. I'm your girlfriend now and besides, I'm in love with you and not with him. Okay?" Nina said

"Yeah, I know that. Anyway, you better get inside." Tsujiai said

"Can we just stroll at the park? I wanna be with you a bit longer." Nina said blushing.

"Ok. Come on." Tsujiai said as he held Nina's hand.


Chapter 5 is done! Whew! Sorry if I haven't updated for the last couple of months… been pretty busy. Oh, and for the Kaji/Ayu fans, don't worry because I'll be adding more sweet scenes involving them. Just give me a little more time. And also, please tell me if you want the usual happy ending or a semi-sad ending. Please include it in your reviews so that I can eventually finish writing the story. Thanks a lot!