I seem to be doing this a lot, but I once again apologize for the long wait. My computer hated me for a very long time. Now we are on good terms. Anyway, keep in mind, I am not good at romance. It's not even my thing. Also, Kai may be a little OOC. Hope you enjoy.

Disclaimer: I don't own Cardfight! Vanguard.

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Chapter 8: Love at first sight

"...H-hi, I-I'm M-Mayumi."

Kai sighed, rubbing his eyes. The one time Miwa wasn't here to keep him awake, a new student had to come. He wasn't going to be able to sleep with everyone laughing. He looked up at the shy, mortified student.

She had long, black hair, covering most of her dark blue eyes.

Kai actually felt a little bad for her. She seemed on the verge of tears. Her eyes met his and Kai gestured to the empty seat next to him.

Mayumi seemed surprised at first, but then quickly seated herself next to him. She buried her face in her hands. Once class started, Kai couldn't help but check if she was okay.

"Hey, are you okay?" Kai was careful to make his voice light, not wanting to scare her. Now he was extremely happy Miwa wasn't here. He really had changed after saving Aichi.

Mayumi slowly looked up, her eyes watery and red. She gave a small nod and wiped away her tears. "Th-thank you."

"It's nothing." Kai smiled softly.

Mayumi blushed slightly, fiddling with her fingers. "A-ano, what is your name?"

"Kai. Mayumi, was it?"

"H-hai, Kai-senpai," she murmured with a small smile.

"If you like, I can show you around," Kai offered.

Mayumi beamed. "Arigato, Kai-senpai."

True to his word, Kai showed her how to get around the school. It was easy since they had the same classes. Mayumi was shy most of the time, but she seemed happier.

Once they finished their last class, the two walked towards the exit. Other students ran past the two, bumping into Mayumi.

Kai managed to catch her before she fell and helped her stand. Kai lightly held her hand and guided her past the crowd and out the school.

Mayumi blushed dark red. "S-sorry."

"You didn't do anything wrong," Kai responded, a tint of red on his face. His body had acted on its own. He couldn't pull away because he may hurt the girl's delicate feelings. And besides, a part of Kai didn't want to let go.

Mayumi felt hot even though it was snowing, and her lips were chapped. But, she felt a little happy. Kai's hand was so warm and gentle. That's why she felt disappointed when he stopped and let go.

"It's pretty cold," Kai mumbled, avoiding her gaze. "Do you live around here?"

Mayumi immediately forgot her disappointment. Oka-san wanted me home early! "H-hai. I-I remembered I have to go home."

"I'll walk you there."

Mayumi looked up in surprise. "Really?"

Kai rubbed his neck uncomfortably, his face red. "You get lost easily."

"Arigato," Mayumi smiled cheerfully. Kai-senpai looks cute.

They walked towards her house in a peaceful silence. Mayumi shivered, wishing she had worn a warmer coat. She jumped when Kai gently placed his around her shoulders.

"You should have told me you were cold," Kai said, making sure it fully covered her.

Mayumi blushed, lightly touching the black coat. "B-but, you'll get sick, Kai-senpai!"

"I'll be fine," Kai assured her.

"You're very sweet, Kai-senpai," Mayumi smiled at Kai's surprised look.

Kai couldn't hold back a few shivers, but he wouldn't allow Mayumi to give his coat back. All too quickly they reached her house. Mayumi unlocked the door and held it open for the brunet. "Kai-senpai?"

"I don't want to intrude," Kai said, trying to wrap his mind around everything that happened. He was freezing though and his teeth began to chatter.

Before Mayumi could protest, a woman came out of the house.

"Oka-san!"

"Mayumi, I was worried you wouldn't know how to get back!" the lady light, black hair exclaimed. Her eyes landed on a shivering Kai. "Sweetie, is he your friend?"

"Yes, Oka-san. Can he stay for a little bit?" Mayumi asked, worried for Kai.

"Of course!" her mom said and ushered the two in.

"Kai-senpai, are you alright?" Mayumi asked worriedly.

"Y-yeah," Kai stuttered and coughed against his better judgment. He did feel warmer now that he was inside.

"What were you doing without a coat in this cold weather?" the woman asked, placing a warm blanket around his shoulders. She then noticed her daughter wearing an unfamiliar coat that was too big for her. "Did you give my daughter your coat?"

"She was cold," Kai murmured, pulling the blanket closer. I think I caught a cold.

Mayumi's mother was pleased. "My little girl found a very good man. And handsome too."

"Oka-san!" Mayumi blushed, quickly taking off the coat. "It-it's not like that!"

Her mother laughed. "Well, why don't you help him get comfortable? I'll be back with some hot chocolate." She winked at her daughter and disappeared in the kitchen.

Mayumi fiddled nervously with the coat in her hands.

Kai had found the yellow carpet very interesting. After what felt like an eternity, the silence was broken with another cough from Kai.

Mayumi quickly hung the coats and led Kai to the living room. Mayumi sat on a sofa across from him.

"...Kai-senpai, did you catch a cold?" Mayumi asked, feeling guilty.

"I'm fine, really," Kai waved it off, knowing she would take it to heart.

"Here you are!" her mom came in, placing a tray of cookies and handed a mug of hot chocolate to both of them.

"Thank you," Kai murmured, enjoying the warm liquid entering his body.

"Now tell me. Why are you with my daughter?" the woman sat next to her daughter and asked, as if checking if he was a good person to be around her daughter.

Kai sweat dropped. "Uh..."

"Oka-san!" Mayumi blushed in an embarrassment.

"Oh, I'm just kidding!" the woman laughed. "Any man who got sick for my daughter is a good man in my book!"

"Uh, thank you." Kai kind of liked the woman. She just came across surprising. Kai smiled. She's a lot like Oka-san.

"How did you and Mayumi meet?" she asked, sipping her drink.

"Kai-senpai goes to my school, Oka-san," Mayumi explained, trying to get over her embarrassment. "He showed me around."

"Wonderful!" the overexcited woman beamed. "I'm so happy she made a friend!"

Kai just nodded and bit a cookie, not sure what else to do. "So, you came here recently?"

She nodded. "Just a few weeks ago. We're still getting used to it."

"Do you like it here?" Kai asked, taking another sip.

"It is lovely here," she smiled. "Say, I have to leave for work, but I'm sure my daughter can keep you company." she winked.

Kai felt heat rise to his face. "I-I really should be going."

"Nonsense!" the woman waved it off, standing up. "I'm sure you can stay a while longer."

She kissed her daughter's head. "Good luck, Sweetie."

Once Mayumi's mother left, the awkward silence returned. Mayumi nibbled on a cookie, and Kai absently fiddled with his mug.

"...S-so, d-do you have any siblings?" Mayumi stammered quietly.

"N-no, I'm an only child," Kai murmured. In more ways than one. "Uh, what about you?"

"No, I don't have any either," Mayumi said, feeling a little more relaxed. "Do you ever wonder what it's like?"

Kai smiled. "Always."

They both continued to talk, enjoying each others company. When they finally stopped, Mayumi realized how late it was. They both stood up.

"Oh, it's late! Your parents will be worried!" she exclaimed.

"No, I really don't think they will," Kai answered too quickly and a bit more harsh than he intended. He gave an apologetic look. "Sorry."

"N-no, you don't have to apologize!" she reassured him. "I-I know I shouldn't ask, but," she took a deep breath, "are you having problems with your parents?"

Kai sighed. He had gotten over his parents' death years ago. It just sometimes bothered him to speak about it. "They... aren't really around anymore."

"Oh. Did they go somewhere?" Kai looked up and gave the girl a very sad smile.

"I-I'm so sorry!" she exclaimed, realizing the truth.

"It happened a long time ago," Kai murmured.

"But I shouldn't have asked!" Mayumi felt tears reach her eyes.

"It's f-" Kai was cut off when Mayumi flung her arms around him, burying her head in his chest. Kai stood there, shocked and unable to move. After a moment, Kai slowly wrapped his hands around her.

"Thanks, Mayumi."

"I'm seeing, but I'm not believing."

"Knock it off, Miwa," Kai sighed, standing next to Mayumi, who had already introduced herself. He had woken up feeling better and less fluish.

"So, you showed her around the school... willingly," Miwa stated disbelievingly.

"Yes," Kai muttered in annoyance. Oh, he hated this.

Miwa looked from Kai to Mayumi, then back to Kai. A huge grin was plastered on his face. "I never knew you had it in you!" he slapped Kai's shoulder.

Kai's eye twitched. "Don't push it."

Mayumi giggled, watching the two. She found Miwa very funny and sweet.

The bell rang before Kai could strangle Miwa. Mayumi felt someone hold her hand.

"Let's go," Kai said, and led her to their classroom with Miwa gawking.

Mayumi blushed but smiled happily. They all took their seats and spoke to each other.

Miwa got over his shock and grinned at his best friend. "Happy that you found your girl?" he whispered.

Kai blushed unwillingly but nodded stiffly. "Don't go planing anything. We just met," he hissed.

"Love at first sight!" Miwa laughed.

"What?" Mayumi blinked.

"O-oh, nothing!" the blond grinned. "Say, there's this festival-"

"Miwa."

"-coming up, and I was thinking if maybe, -oh, I don't know- Kai could show you it," Miwa babbled on, ignoring the brunet's glare. "He's a nice guy once you get to know him."

"I know," Mayumi looked down with a smile, her cheeks red.

The boys couldn't ask anymore as class started. Miwa nudged Kai.

"Who are you, and where is my best friend?" he joked.

"Miwa." Kai gave him a look.

"Okay, okay. I won't say a word." Miwa raised up his hands.

..."Good luck on your date."

"Oh I'm so excited!" Mayumi's mother squealed. "My daughter's first date!"

"Oka-san! It's not a date!" Mayumi tried to convince her mom, but she would have none of it.

"Nonsense, Sweetie," her mom waved it off. "Look, he's here. Now, I want you to tell me EVERYTHING once you come back."

Mayumi said good-bye and walked towards the brunet, her heart pounding.

Kai offered her a smile before leading the way. He knew she felt nervous. HE felt nervous. But he knew he would eventually get over it.

Once they reached the festival, Mayumi immediately seemed like a different person.

She took Kai's hand and asked him to show her everything. It took Kai a minute before he relaxed. The two enjoyed themselves trying food and games. Night soon came.

Kai and Mayumi stood amongst the crowd and watched the fireworks light up in the sky.

Mayumi leaned on Kai's shoulder and smiled. Kai returned the smile.

Both wanted to say something. To thank one another for an unimaginable day. It was something that words could never express. Instead, they both smiled, knowing each others hearts. And watched the fireworks.

Very corny I know. But I'm not good at this love thing. Anyway, regarding AWotU, that may take awhile seeing as I am also bad at action. But I'm working on it. Please Review!