A Dash of Light

Rating: PG
Pairing: TadasexAmu
Warnings: Unneeded, this one's clean.
Disclaimer: I don't own Shugo Chara. Nope, this actually isn't a birthday fic. But whatever. xD

It was a clear, starry night. The lanterns hanging around the block glimmered daintily, casting a warm yet dim glow over the area.

Tadase sat on a bench on the corner, staring up at the moon with a small smile on his face.

"It's so pretty!" The pink-haired girl lying next to him replied. "Thanks for bringing me here!"

Tadase turned to her, still smiling. "I'm glad you like it."

The two sat in silence, Amu growing a blush as Tadase slipped his hand into hers.

"Tadase-kun…?"

"Yes?"

"The fireflies are pretty, huh?"

"Yes."

Amu sighed, turning to face him. "Can you respond with something else besides 'yes'?"

Tadase laughed, running his free hand down her cheek, pausing to twirl a pink strand around his finger. "I can…"

Amu just laughed, collapsing against his chest. She tilted her head upward so she could still look into the sky.

"I like fireflies. Why do they do that flashing thing, anyway?"

"It's their mating call."

Amu smacked her boy on the shoulder. "As if! If you don't know don't make something up."

Tadase grinned. "I wasn't lying. I promise. The males light up in order to attract females. The brighter they flash, the stronger the attraction."

Amu propped herself up and glared at him with a skeptical expression.

"What? Why don't you believe me?"

"I guess I do a little… it's just why that? Why would that attract a girl?"

Tadase brought his lips to her ear, allowing his breath to send tingles up her spine. His left hand trailed down to the small of her back.

"They use the method that works."

"Yeah, b-but…" Amu gasped as Tadase let his lips linger against her collarbone.

"Tadase…"

Her blush grew as he moved to her neck. "S-stop."

Tadase pulled away, but not without pressing his lips to her forehead. "Sorry…"

Amu twitched nervously. I'm still not used to him… She blinked, yanked from her thoughts as Tadase pulled his hand away and got up from the bench, brushing himself off.

"T-Tadase…?"

He didn't respond, just picked up his coat and hers and walked into the center of the square.

What is he doing…? Her question was silenced as Tadase turned to her with a small smile.

She blushed and stood up to approach him. She reached for his arm, but he eluded her and took a few steps backwards. Amu frowned as she saw the playful smile flash across his lips.

It quickly developed into a game. Amu tried to catch Tadase who easily avoided her attempts and continued moving backwards.

"Tadaseee…" She whined, glaring at his playful appearance. She let out a sigh of defeat. "Why are we doing this…?"

"Why do you take a look and see?" Tadase smiled at her, then turned and looked away.

"Look at wha…" Amu's mouth fell open as she saw the field ahead of her. It was swarming with the shining bugs. The field was beautiful, glimmering and sparkling as the moon and sky above seemed to reflect every sparkle. It was a breathtaking sight.

Amu slowly entered into the field, allowing the fireflies to fly about her body. She barely noticed Tadase's arms wrapped around her shoulders.

The two stood in the midst of the sea of sparkles silently, enjoying the sight and enjoying each other. Tadase nuzzled his face into the back of her neck, causing Amu to giggle.

"Tadase-kun?" She spun around in his arms, placing her arms around his neck.

"Yes?" The boy responded with a smile.

"Thank you."

Tadase nodded, letting his gaze wander up to the moon.

"And Tadase-kun…?"

"Yes?"

"I love you."

Tadase's eyes widened and he stared down at the girl in his arms. "W-what?"

Amu internally giggled at his dumbfounded look. "I love you. I guess the flashing and sparkles really do work, huh?" She grinned, placing her lips to his cheek.

Tadase froze for a moment. "Amu…?"

Amu glanced up to him curiously.

Blushing, Tadase slowly lowered his lips towards Amu. He hesitated at the last moment.

"Can... Can I kiss you?"

Amu blushed, and nodded. The prince let his lips fall, covering Amu's with his own. They stood in the middle of the field kissing until they finally had to break for air.

Tadase smiled at her, taking her hand and spinning her around. "Care to dance?"

"Only if you tell me you love me too."

"Amu?"

"Yeah?"

"I love you too."

And the two danced the night away under the stars and shining sky, amidst the sea of glowing bugs that lit their dance floor. Maybe exchanging a few more kisses and giggles all the while.