[So it's basically what the summary says. Random stories about love, friends, and family. I may add some OCs. I'm also open to any suggested pairings so long as it isn't yaoi. Just keep in mind that I've never made a love story before. One last thing: I may use this storyline again because the idea originally came from a different story idea.]

I'm sorry if this wasn't what you were expecting. I didn't have time to properly think this over. Anyway, I hope you like it! Sorry for not putting a chapter name last time.

Disclaimer: I don't own CFV.

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Chapter 2: Aichi's Love Trouble

He didn't know what to do. He had asked everyone, completely mortifying himself and he still didn't have an answer. This had never happened to him. He had always been innocent, oblivious. These feelings were something he wasn't sure how to handle.

Sendou Aichi had no idea how to deal with love for a girl.

Aichi sighed. Should he confess? He was positive she didn't share the same feelings. He would just be making a fool of himself and ruin his friendship.

"Oi!"

Aichi yelped as bumped into someone, falling backwards. Shaking his head, he was going to apologize when he realized he knew this person. "Miwa-kun!"

"Aichi, what are you made of?" Miwa groaned but managed a grin. He stood up and dusted himself off. "Got something on your mind?" Miwa asked with a knowing smirk.

Aichi's face turned scarlet; he was figured out.

Miwa laughed when he saw the shy boy's reaction. "You're too obvious, Aichi! I have no idea how Kourin-"

"M-Miwa-kun!" Aichi exclaimed, his face reaching a darker red. "S-someone will hear you!"

"Just confess, Aichi," Miwa grinned.

Aichi face returned to normal as he looked down. "I can't," he mumbled in a low voice.

Miwa frowned. "But, Aichi-"

Aichi quickly ran past Miwa. He didn't want to talk about it. The thought of being rejected was too much to bear.

Aichi slowed down. He realized he was far away from home. Emi would get worried. Aichi decided to take the subway home and got on. Taking a seat, he resumed his earlier thoughts. Without even realizing it, he had gotten close to Kourin. When he found out she would lose her memories, his heart ached to no end. She was the one that had stayed with him when he sealed himself away. She fought with all she had and even took some of his pain. Maybe... maybe he should confess.

"But what if she doesn't like me?" Aichi unconsciously said aloud.

"Aichi."

"I'll ruin our friendship," the bluenet mumbled, unaware someone was calling him.

"Aichi."

"What?!" Aichi yelled something he would never do. He was just so flustered and confused. Turning to the owner of the voice, Aichi wished he was anywhere but here. He didn't even realize someone was sitting next to him.

"K-K-Kai-kun!" Aichi stammered.

"Yo, Aichi," Kai Toshiki smirked, his arms folded over his chest. He was quite amused by Aichi's uncharacteristic attitude. "Is something the matter?"

"Gomenasai!" Aichi quickly stood up and bowed his head. "I-I-I didn't know it was you! A-and-"

Kai chuckled, shocking the bluenet. He seemed to be in a relatively good mood. That's when Aichi noticed he was well-dressed. Not that he never is, but is wasn't normal to see him in a sleek black jacket, a dark blue shirt with a silver design at the bottom, and black skinny jeans.

"Kai-kun?" Aichi was puzzled by his friend's attire. Not to mention his attitude. The brunet's smile was still visible. He would normally hide it after its small appearance.

"Relax, Aichi," Kai smiled and motioned for the boy to sit down. The confused boy slowly retook his seat. "Mind telling me what that was back there?" Kai asked with a smirk.

Aichi blushed. "I-I-I-I have some things on my mind."

"Kourin."

Aichi wanted to hide in a little corner and bury his burning face where no one could see it.

Kai laughed. Will wonders never cease? Aichi was sure he had hit his head this morning. Only explanation.

"So you're having problems with that," Kai smiled, amused. It was more of a statement than a question.

Deciding to take this RARE opportunity, Aichi said, "I'm not sure what to do."

"Ask her out."

Aichi's eyes widened. He never expected the brunet to answer, let alone give advice. What's going on?

"L-like a d-d-date?!" Aichi stuttered.

Kai shook his head. "Don't tell her that. Just ask if she can eat out with you. Once you're both relaxed, confess," Kai added extra emphasis to the word. The shy boy would probably forget something as important as that which would ruin everything.

Aichi didn't know if he should thank Kai or check if he had a fever. When has he ever spoke this much? Or shone this much emotion? Forget that! When did he become an expert on love?!

Despite being shocked, Aichi couldn't deny that he needed help. "Are you sure, Kai-kun? What if I mess up? What if she likes someone else?" Aichi didn't think he had a chance

"You love her, don't you?" Kai asked, the familiar intensity in his teal orbs returning. "Fight for her."

Aichi silently took in his words. It sounded like Kai was speaking from experience.

The subway screeched to a stop. Kai stood up.

"Take her to this place," Kai said, giving Aichi a piece of paper.

Aichi looked it over. It was a restaurant not too far from where he lived. Aichi looked up to thank Kai when he saw the brunet disappeared in the crowd. Aichi placed the paper in his pocket and went home before he got sick from the rain. He'd remember to thank the him for the advice.

Aichi fidgeted on the dark, green bench. He couldn't believe this was happening. He should have stayed home. Why did he go through with this? Why did he make that phone call?

"Aichi?"

"H-hey, Kourin-san!" Aichi spoke through his phone sounding a little too excited. "D-do you..."

"Yes?"

Aichi swallowed hard and spoke, "Doyouwanttoeatdinnertogether?!"

Kourin didn't answer. Aichi panicked. Was she going to say no?

"...S-sure!" Kourin answered.

Aichi was too flustered to hear her excitement. His heart was pounding in his chest.

"W-why don't w-we meet at the park?"

"Hey, Aichi."

Aichi jumped on to his feet when he heard her voice. He turned to the owner of the voice.

"K-Kourin-san!"

Kourin looked down so Aichi wouldn't see her blush. Was this a date? Kourin shook her head. She knew better than to get her hopes up.

The silence was deafeningly awkward. Both shifted their weight, not knowing what to say. After what felt like forever, Aichi remembered Kai's words.

"You love her, don't you? Fight for her."

Aichi took a deep breath. Fight for her, he repeated in his head. Gathering up all the courage he had, he said, "Are you ready?"

Kourin looked up, surprised by the confidence in his voice, despite that was one of the qualities she loved about him. "Y-yeah."

Aichi led the way, acting more confident than he felt. The two started a conversation. Awkward at first, but it was a start.

They reached the restaurant and took a seat. After their dinner arrived, the 'couple' took in to notice how good the restaurant was.

"I like this place," Kourin smiled.

Aichi, enchanted by those emerald orbs, could only nod.

Kourin relaxed and spoke to Aichi as if this was just an every day thing. Aichi wasn't faring so well. He was too nervous.

Aichi remembered Kai telling to confess once things were normal. Kourin seemed fine...

Bum-bum-bum-bum...

His heart was reaching a speed that he never knew was possible. Aichi clenched his fists and took one of the biggest chances in his life.

"...so I was thinki-"

Kourin was cut off when her lips met Aichi's. Her eyes widened before closing them, enjoying her first kiss. She took Aichi's hand in her own, entwining their fingers. The two separated after awhile, out of breath.

Aichi's face burned a glowing red. He didn't know what came over him. The desire to confess his feelings, the love he had for her, it was not something he was used to.

"A-Aichi," Kourin stammered, taken back by said boy's boldness. "I-I..."

"I've been wanting to say this, Kourin-san," Aichi murmured.

"I love you!"

Kourin was overflowed with joy. "I-I love you too!"

Silence.

Clapping.

Aichi and Kourin both realized they had confessed a little too loudly.

"Way to go!" someone yelled.

Both Aichi and Kourin blushed deeply. They quickly finished their dinner and left, getting a congratulation from their fellow customers.

Aichi walked Kourin home, holding hands. The night ended too quickly in their opinion. They wished it could be longer.

Sharing one last kiss, they parted ways, a new found happiness in their hearts. The two were unaware they had two spectators tailing them all the way.

"I am never doing this again."

"But it was fun!"

"It was spying."

(Pout) "Party-pooper."

"WHAT?!" both Aichi and Kourin yelled. They were currently in Card Capital, looking at the news with their friends, and they came upon a very -ahem- interesting one.

"Are you two... KISSING?!" Naoki demanded. Morikawa fainted. Izaki's mouth dropped.

"Congratulations," Misaki smiled, somewhat surprised at first that they finally realized their hidden feelings for one another.

"O-Onii-san!" Kamui yelled out of pure shock.

Kourin and Aichi blushed deeply. Miwa grinned cheekily. He was the one who saw it and wanted to share it with everyone else.

"Wait, what's this," Miwa murmured, looking closer at the paper. Everyone crowded around to see.

"What is it, Miwa-senpai?" Kamui asked.

"It says one of the people who found this were..." Miwa's mouth dropped, his eyes wide.

"KAI?!"

Everyone's jaw's hit the ground as they stared at the brunet.

"NOT my idea," Kai muttered under his breath.

"You were spying on us?!" Kourin demanded with a frown.

Kai sighed. "Ren forced me to."

"This news did come from Fukuhara High," Miwa stated slowly. He would have to check if his best friend needed surgery.

"Was that why you helped me, Kai-kun?" Aichi asked, feeling a bit disappointed.

"No, you needed all the help you could get."

A rude response, but it put a smile on Aichi's face. He knew what Kai meant.

Although Kai hadn't intended to be rude, nor hide his hidden meaning; Aichi really did need all the help he could get when it came to this. But Kai decided to keep that information to himself.

"Arigato, Kai-kun," Aichi thanked him.

"Wait, Kai helped you?" Miwa asked incredulously.

"Un!" Aichi nodded. "He told me about the restaurant and what to do."

Before anyone could interrogate the brunet, he left, mumbling something about why he shouldn't get involved.

"...Well, despite that being completely out of the ordinary, that was nice of him," Kourin admitted.

The others congratulated the new couple and asked them questions about how they feel. Aichi could only stutter and Kourin glared at their insensitivity. Still, the two were happy in the end.

Aichi knew he wouldn't regret his decision.

Kourin knew she wouldn't regret falling in love.

They wouldn't have it any other way.

Unknown, to the group, Misaki quietly left the shop, searching for a certain forest-eyed teenager.

Bonus:

Kai's Love Trouble

"Are you sure?"

"Miwa, I'd rather stay home," Kai said, annoyed.

"Isn't there some girl you like?" Miwa asked.

Kai stayed silent, a far away look in his eyes. Miwa watched him carefully.

"Nonsense."

Miwa sighed. It was always like this. He knew Kai liked someone, but he would continue to deny it.

"C'mon! There has to be someone!" Miwa exclaimed.

"...It doesn't matter."

Miwa pumped his fist. Despite not getting a straight answer, he still got Kai to indirectly admit he likes someone. That had to count for something.

"You have to tell me!" Miwa grinned.

"No," Kai muttered.

"So you do like someone," Miwa's grin widened.

"She deserves someone better."

Miwa's grin vanished. He silently walked beside his friend, contemplating his words.

"There's nothing wrong with you," Miwa said, trying to cheer up his friend.

Kai snorted.

"I'm serious!" Miwa exclaimed. "Just act like yourself."

"When do I ever do that?" Kai mumbled, more to himself than Miwa, but he heard it.

"If she's special to you, then give it a shot," Miwa smiled.

Kai stopped walking and stared at his friend. After a moment he looked away, murmuring, "Thanks."

Miwa grinned. "What are friends for!" he shouted.

"Keeping quiet."

"Kaiii!"

The two reached Miwa's street and said good-bye. Kai headed home, his hands in his pockets. He looked up at the sky when he heard thunder. Rain started to pour. Kai had anticipated this and took out his umbrella from his school bag. Opening it, he resumed his walk until he spotted a familiar lavender haired girl; she was soaked to the bone.

"Tokura," Kai stated as a greeting.

Misaki looked embarrassed to be seen like this. She walked up to Kai, holding two grocery bags in her hands.

"You'll get a cold if you stay in the rain," Kai said. He grabbed her wrist and pulled her under the umbrella. Their shoulders were touching since there wasn't much room. Kai saw Misaki shiver and proceeded to take of his blazer. He placed on around her shoulders.

Misaki blushed at Kai's affectionate action. "Thanks."

Kai nodded, avoiding eye contact and continued to walk. Card Capital was too far away, so they headed for Kai's house, much to the girl's shock.

The walk was silent and awkward as neither of them spoke that much. The fact that they were so close did not help either. Still, Misaki wanted to break the silence.

"So... how are you doing?"

"Fine."

...

Misaki decided to ask what was really on her mind.

"Why are you helping me?"

Kai stayed silent. Misaki was going to ask again when Kai stopped and took out his key. Unlocking the door, he gestured for Misaki to walk in. Shaking off water from his umbrella, Kai closed the door behind him.

"Do you want to take a shower?"

"I don't want to impose," Misaki stated.

Kai just shrugged.

Misaki took that as an okay. She took out her new clothes that she just bought and went to the bathroom.

Kai waited until she came out and then showered. Misaki blushed when he came out, wearing a blue T-shirt that revealed his well-toned arms. When had she started to notice that?

"What?" Kai asked, noticing her stare.

"Nothing," Misaki mumbled, looking away.

Kai told her to make herself comfortable while he cooked. Misaki was trying to sort out her thoughts when Kai came and placed two plates of food on the table.

They ate in silence, speaking a few words, but otherwise nothing.

"You didn't answer my question," Misaki stated, breaking the silence.

Kai stopped eating. Misaki watched him intentionally. Minutes past, and Misaki thought he would ignore the question.

"You really want to know?" Kai murmured, looking to the side.

Misaki frowned. Kai was acting strange. If she was honest with herself, she'd say he looked cute. Mentally shaking her head of such thoughts, Misaki nodded, truly interested why Kai would do this.

Kai took a deep breath, lightly tapping his hand on the table. He looked hesitant. After another long moment of silence, he spoke,

"I... guess it was because..."

Misaki scooted forward, unaware her heart was pounding. Why was that? It wasn't like it was going to be anything nice, right?

"I... I l-" Kai stopped, clenching his teeth. Why was this so hard? It's just a stupid confession! Kai thought, angry at his fear of being rejected.

"...I l-love you."

Misaki thought she heard wrong. She had to have heard wrong. There was no way that Kai Toshiki just said he loved her.

"What?" Misaki asked.

Kai bit his lip. He knew this was a bad idea. He should have never said anything. He felt like just bolting up to his room and lock himself in. Childish, but Kai felt his heart shatter; he didn't care.

A warm hand pulled Kai away from his thoughts. Teal eyes met sky blue ones.

Misaki didn't know what she was doing. She yelled in her head to stop, but her body didn't listen. She entwined her fingers with the shocked boy and offered a smile, caressing his cheek. She didn't like seeing Kai's eyes watery. She wanted to see those confident eyes; the ones that had always melted her heart. The ones that had made her smile. The one that she loved. Loved? No, the proper word was love. Misaki wouldn't deny it anymore. She was in love.

Kai found himself ignoring his own mind. He stood up, inching closer to Misaki. He didn't care; he was going to take the chance. Closing his eyes, he kissed her.

Misaki's eyes widened before closing her eyes, overflowing with happiness. Kai wrapped his arms around her waist, closing the gap between them. Misaki ran her hands through his hair, enjoying the softness of it.

All too quickly in their opinion, they pulled away, lacking oxygen. Kai leaned his forehead against hers; they stared into each other's eyes, drowning in the beauty of them.

Kai wouldn't deny it.

Misaki wouldn't deny it.

They were in love.

Kai was going to wave good-bye to his blue-eyed friend, when he spotted those blue eyes. Forgetting everything else, Kai ran up to the girl, took her hand in his own and kissed her. He didn't care that he was attracting attention. He only had eyes for her.

Misaki blushed after they ended the kiss. "Th-that wasn't necessary, Kai!"

Kai chuckled as they walked down the street.

"I told you to stop calling me that, Misaki," Kai whispered in her ear.

Misaki blushed again. "F-fine... T-Toshiki."

Kai felt his heart soar at the sound of his name. He only allowed someone he loved deeply to call him that.

They walked to a restaurant, the start of their first date. They ordered something light and talked about life. They had opened up to each other after confessing. Misaki found out Kai was also an orphan. She had never known they had such similar relations.

They ate their dinner, the flame of the candle's reflecting in their eyes. To them, the night ended far too quickly.

"I'll walk you home," Kai said, getting out his umbrella.

"You don't have to," Misaki said. Still, she accompanied him under the umbrella, much like last time. Once they reached Misaki's home Kai told her good-bye and was about to head his way when Misaki stopped him.

Clasping his face, she pulled Kai in for a soft kiss. Pulling away, she saw him stare at her in shock, his cheeks flushed. Happy to see such a cute side from him, she gave the startled boy one last peck before heading home. Of course, she turned just in time to see his face bright red. Misaki smiled to herself. She was excited to see him again.

Kai growled angrily as he watched Aichi and Kourin kiss each other. This wasn't right. He of all people knew better than to invade on people's privacy. It was something he took seriously. Yet here he was, guilt-tripped by his best friend, Ren, who thought they haven't done anything together in awhile. Kai couldn't really argue with that.

"Aren't you a little surprised about Aichi-kun's boldness?" Ren asked, smiling at the grumpy brunet.

"I'd be surprised if you would end my torture," Kai groaned. When will this end?

"Oooh! Some people saw it!" Ren said excitedly. "Kaaaiii! Clap for them!" the red-head pouted, clapping.

Kai sighed, lightly clapping his hands. He regrets never spending time with the red-head. A terrifying thought crossed his mind: what would Miwa make him do if he never spends time with him? Kai shook his head; there were endless possibilities. Most he'd like to ignore. Seeing the couple leave, Kai relaxed, happy it finally ended.

He'd remember to call Ren next week.

Misaki caught up to Kai, taking hold of his hand.

"Toshiki!"

"Misaki?" Kai turned around, surprised.

"Why did you leave?" Misaki asked her boyfriend.

"Lost interest," Kai shrugged.

Misaki laughed. "Only Ren would do that!"

"And Miwa," Kai murmured with a smile. It was starting to become easier to smile these days. He almost let it slip back at the shop. "Shouldn't you be working?" Kai realized.

"I'm sure Shin-san can deal with it," Misaki shrugged carelessly.

Kai smiled at that and pulled her closer. He loved her. He loved everything about her. Nothing would change that.

Closing their eyes, they cherished another kiss.

Okay, don't criticize me! I feel very weird right now! All that stuff about love, how do people do it so naturally?! Anyway, I hoped you enjoyed my first love fic!

Review if you have the time.