Hey guys. It's been sooooooo long! I'm really, really, reallyyyyyy sorry about that. I hope you guys enjoy this little update, even though it isn't much. But here you go.

Chapter 5

I hopped out of bed after the first beep from my alarm clock and slammed my hand down on it, silencing it. I took a moment to stretch before making my way to the bathroom to take a nice, hot shower. I turned on the water and as it ran down my body, my mind wandered back to Maka once again. She's coming home today. I couldn't stop the smile that spread across my face. I spent about fifteen minutes in the shower and quickly got dressed for school.

Munching on a chocolate chip bagel, I plopped down in my usual seat. Kid, Liz, and Patty were busy bickering about something not being symmetrical, as usual. BlackStar wasn't there yet, but Tsubaki was, which was kinda odd. "Yo Tsubaki, where's your meister?" She waved her hand dismissively. "He said he had something important that only a god like him could do first, but he'll make it to class in time. I think," she replied, looking a bit worriedly at the door. "I wish I knew what it was..." As if on cue, BlackStar sauntered into the room, holding both his hands behind his back. I raised an eyebrow. Tsubaki sighed. "Thank goodness you made it on time! You know you don't really need any more time in detention, right?" He grinned down at her. "Yeah, I know. But this was just too important. I really should've done it sooner." His weapon looked at him curiously. "Done what sooner? Why haven't you sat down yet? And what's with your hands?" "You're being weirder than usual," I chimed in. "Shut it, Soul," he shot back, glaring at me. I put my hands up in defense.

Turning his attention back to Tsubaki, his glare was replaced with a softer expression. I could've sworn he was blushing slightly, too. "Tsubaki, w-we've been partners for a couple years now, and it's been a pretty great experience. I've never met anyone who has supported me and had my back like you have. Y-you're amazing, as both a weapon and person. And that's why..." His blush deepened as he removed his hands from behind himself to reveal a bouquet of roses and a small box. "...I w-wanted to ask if you'd be my g-girlfriend. I've come to realize that...I-I'm in love with you." My eyes widened as I nearly choked on the last bit of my bagel. Kid and his weapons were no longer arguing. They were staring at the blue-haired boy and his raven-haired companion. In fact, the whole class was focused on them.

Tsubaki was as red as a tomato. "B-B-B-BlackStar..." Her eyes began gleaming with tears as she tried to speak properly. Realizing her mouth wasn't going to do its job, she quickly stood up and flung her arms around him. BlackStar chuckled quietly. "I'll take it that's a yes?" Tsubaki nodded against him, her face buried in his chest. "YAHOO! This is the best day ever," he yelled. Everyone in the class "awwwed" at them and started clapping. "Alright, BlackStar," I said, smiling. "Indeed. I'm glad you summoned the courage to do something so...daring," Kid piped in. "I knew it would happen sooner or later! You guys are so freaking cute," exclaimed Liz. "Yaaaaay! Love," shouted Patty. She started giggling. Sid walked in just as the bell rang. "Alright, I don't know what's going on, but you guys need to settle down now. Class is in session, so take out some paper and something to write with. You have notes to take." He noticed BlackStar and Tsubaki hugging. "Oh, it's about time you two. Congratulations. Tsubaki, you seriously have your work cut out for you." At the sound of her name, she looked up, still red in the face. Sid scratched his head. "Okay, you two can quit with the hugging now. Save that for after class." They quickly let go of each other and sat down. But not before BlackStar placed the roses on her desk and opened the small box, which revealed a gold, diamond studded heart-shaped locket with a picture of them together inside of it. He put it around her neck for her and smiled at her warmly. She smiled back. Both of them were obviously very happy that they reciprocated each other's feelings. It actually made me feel a bit envious. For the rest of the class, I practically felt the love radiating from them.

I nearly ran out of the classroom when the bell finally rang. "We won't be able to stop by the infirmary today, dude. We took on a mission," said BlackStar. He and Tsubaki were holding hands. "So did we," Kid said, with Liz and Patty standing behind him. "I hope there's an ounce of symmetry at this place," he added, fiddling with his fingers. "It's cool," I said, unconsciously sliding my own hands into my pockets. "Please send Maka our regards," Tsubaki said, smiling. "Will do." I watched all five of them walk down the hall together chatting with one another before splitting up and heading off to do their assignments. Pretty soon, I'd have my own meister by my side again, completing missions as well. With that thought in mind, I hurried along to the infirmary.

The door to the infirmary was cracked open, and I could hear two voices inside talking. "I'm so glad you're doing okay. I was worried sick, Maka. You have to be way more careful when you take on such dangerous missions." "I know, Papa. Geez. But that mission was nothing compared to fighting Asura." I could almost hear the eye roll in her voice. "But Maka, you were poisoned. Where was Soul when this happened? He should've done a better job of protecting you," Spirit said. I clenched my fists, ready to barge in and curse him out. Just where the hell did he think I was the whole time? But I stopped when I heard Maka speak again. "Soul was doing a good job! Don't you dare blame him for this! He helped me out just like a great partner would! I'd probably be in worse shape than this if it hadn't have been for him," she said angrily. I heard Spirit sigh. "Sweetie-" Maka cut him off. "I don't wanna talk anymore." A kind of awkward silence fell over them. I saw this as an opportunity to enter, so I did. Maka perked up instantly once her eyes fell upon me. She smiled. "Soul!" Spirit stood up. "Hello Soul. I was just leaving." He gave me a quick look before nodding at Maka and making his way out the door. I sat down beside her bed. "How are you feeling?" She made a fist, beaming. "I feel much better! I could take on a witch right about now," she replied. I chuckled. "I'll bet. But why don't we save the witch hunting at least until after you're not wearing that," I said, referring to her pajamas. She stuck her tongue out. I ruffled her hair. "Hey! Quit it!" She smacked my hand away. I grinned at her. "Ready to come home?" She ran her hands through her messy hair. "Of course I am. Being stuck in this bed these last couple of days really sucked. I'm ready for my own bed again. I'm also ready to wash my own body without any help from Nygus," she said. I couldn't help but laugh. "I know what you mean," I replied, thinking about the time I had to spend here after our first encounter with Crona and Ragnarok.

Just then, Professor Stein walked in, holding a huge jug of blue liquid. "Hello, Soul. I was just getting Maka's medicine." He looked at her. "How are you feeling," he asked. She sighed again, having already heard this question from me. "I feel fine. I'm not dizzy, cold, weak, or anything." Stein adjusted his glasses. "Hmm... Stand up," he ordered. Maka threw her legs over the side of her bed and placed her feet firmly on the ground. She stood up with ease, and even made a show of jogging in place. "See? I'm perfectly okay." Stein regarded her for a moment. "Soul, reach out to her wavelength." I blinked before doing as I was told. I noticed that it was still fairly weak. "Uh, it's not as strong as usual. What gives," I asked, puzzled. How had I not noticed that earlier? Maka stopped jogging. "Huh? What do you mean?" She looked at Professor Stein, who started turning the screw in his head. "I believe the medicine is subduing your wavelength. But don't panic, it's just another side effect that I'll have to work out. I'm sure you two can still function properly together," he said. Maka sat down on the bed. "We can. Right Soul?" "Yeah." Stein stopped turning the screw. His eyes wandered the room before focusing on Maka again. "Well Maka, you're free to go." He slipped the jug he was holding inside a bag I didn't notice before. "This should be enough to last you for at least two weeks. Drink a cupful every day around the same time. Don't miss a day because you could possibly have a relapse. Remember, this is only a temporary cure. I'll be working on the real antidote with no side effects in the meantime." Maka nodded. "Yes sir." Stein handed me the bag. "If anything odd occurs, let me know immediately," he said. "Gotcha." I looked at Maka. "Ready?" She smiled. "Duhhh." She frowned. "Wait, I have to leave in my pajamas? You didn't bring me any spare clothes?!" I scratched my head. "Um, no. I kinda forgot." "Soul, you idiot! How could you? I brought you spare clothes when you were here! That's so inconsiderate of you! Now I have to walk out of here looking like a moron!" She started blabbering and pelting me rapidly on the top of my head. "Ow, ow, ow! Quit it!" I took off running with her right behind me, still shouting. I totally didn't think that was how we were gonna leave the infirmary.