Our Story
By Kitara Lira
Chapter Nine: Strange Feelings and a New Face
Natsuki was right. By the time she entered class, it was almost time for the session to begin. So taking her seat beside Mai, the bluenette cast a wary glance in the direction of the window. Sure enough there she was again staring out the window; the woman who had been playing the violin, the honey locks were the same, the figure as well. Issuing a sigh, Natsuki turned her attention to the lecture at hand; now was not the time for daydreaming. However, no matter how hard she tried, Natsuki couldn't help but find her thoughts eventually drifting from the lecture to the woman three rows over.
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"Mai," Natsuki waited for the rest of the class to filter out before consulting the other woman. At the moment it was lunch and there were a few things the taller woman needed answered, "Would you mind if I asked you a few question? I'll treat you to lunch."
For a few moments Mai didn't respond, making Natsuki think she would decline. But after a quick glance to the clock, then one back to Natsuki, Mai nodded her head, "Sure thing, just let me drop off a lunch box first?"
"A… lunch box?" Natsuki cocked her brow only to have Mai nod once again. Shuffling out of the room Natsuki followed the orange top curious as to just who needed a lunchbox, didn't this school provide meals at the cafeteria? Free of charge even?
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"Maaiiii!" A voice shrilled and the next thing Natsuki knew was Mai had grown an attachment to her already oversized chest. There, nestled in the bosom of the young woman was… another woman? With dark hair that appeared held by two braids, one on each side. That was all Natsuki was able to observe as the new individual had her face buried within the confines of Mai's chest. The action causing Natsuki to step back and mentally cringe, just who was this person? Why were they molesting Mai? … And why was she doing nothing?!
A smile upon her face, Mai gently ran her fingers through the tail ends of the girl's braids, "Mikoto, this is Natsuki." The young girl withdrew her face allowing Natsuki a better image of her face. She had piercing yellow eyes and side swept bangs giving her a mysterious look. Judging by the difference in uniform, the girl was a few years younger than them, however when Mai introduced her, the girl's demeanour took a complete turn.
Extending her hand to rest just before her stomach, feet aligned together, her other hand somewhat loosely by her side, the young woman took to a formal bow, "Ah, my apologies, it is a pleasure to meet you Natsuki-san, friend of Mai's." The voice was low, rough; similar to her own in some manners, "My name is Minagi Mikoto, Junior Kendo Club Captain at your service."
It took a moment for the sudden change to settle in before Natsuki took to her own introduction, "Kuga Natsuki," She began, offering a less formal bow, formalities were something she hated, "Simply a new student with no special titles, but please, just Natsuki. Honourifics aren't something I am familiar with hearing and I find it strange."
Mikoto chuckled lightly, resuming a more relaxed stance, "I agree with you Natsuki, and ask that you do the same for me." As Mikoto stepped behind Mai, slender arms wrapping about the upper class man's waist Natsuki only then noticed: Mikoto was taller than Mai. Much taller; almost as tall as herself. "So," Directing the conversation more to Mai then to Natsuki, the young woman continued, "What brings you two here?"
"Mou Mikoto," The said woman received a light slap on the forearm, her wandering forearms, and Mai crossed her arms about her chest, "If you must know I came to bring you your lunch, Natsuki is taking me out to lunch today and I thought it would be cruel to make you live off cafeteria food. The last time that happened..."
Natsuki watched as shining yellow eyes began to fade at the mention of Mai attending lunch with someone else. She was not blind; in fact you would have to be robbed of all your senses to not see it: Mikoto cared for Mai and it was harder to say but Natsuki was sure Mai felt the same. "I just have a few questions." Natsuki cut in, earning an odd look from Mai, it wasn't like her to interrupt, "You see since I am new to the school Mai is the only one I really know... I would offer you to join us for lunch but unfortunately I own a motorcycle and I can't quite fit three people on it…" Damn she was losing the organization of her thoughts, now her speech was just starting to sound sloppy. She was supposed to be convincing Mikoto that she wasn't going to rob her of her important person, not ramble. Catching a glance at Mikoto, Natsuki was startled. Yellow orbs stared back at her, with an understanding, perhaps… even an acceptance?
"It's alright," Kissing Mai softly on the cheek, Mikoto took a step back, accepting her offered lunch, "I have a lunch meeting today anyways." About to leave, Mikoto paused, turning back to Natsuki and smiling, "Drive safe. I would prefer if Mai returns to me in one piece," Natsuki nodded, about to leave when the voice stopped her again, "And you seem like a nice person Natsuki, I'd like to see you around again too." And with that the dark haired girl was gone.
Mai tapped Natsuki on the shoulder, drawing her from her withdrawn state, "Natsuki? Shall we go? Lunch doesn't last forever you know and I'm sure you have a lot of questions for me, neh?"
"Heh, yeah… sorry," The bluenette smiled, before leading Mai off in the direction of her bike, "So know any good places?" For the second time since her arrival Natsuki felt a soft warmth in her chest; perhaps this new school life wouldn't be so bad after all.
Author Note: I think I need to change my name to "Sir Sleepy! The one and only; available at all local Wal-Mart locations" Okay, okay, I joke, Lady Sleepy...
Hm, proof reading this I grumbled "Damn this chapter seems short"... but apparently! It makes it just over 1000 words! 1014 to be correct. Be proud, that is a lot of words you know. That is like... 1012 more words then my name!
Anyways, I wanted to say thank you all for the reviews (positive or my first "negative") I honestly enjoy the feedback. To be honest, reviews aren't my reason for writing; reviews are my reason for posting. I don't know why the hell you guys stick with half the frog guts that tumble from crazy head, but as someone who really hates writing... it means a lot. So thanks, and I hope you enjoy this short, tiny, itty-bitty chapter.
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Secret Release (aka kill me now, author loves writing in circles) Moment:
Accepting her own cup, thanking the waitress, Natsuki blew tenderly upon the scolding liquid before lifting it to her lips and taking a sip. It had a calming affect, the way the warmth seeped down the back of her throat, leaving a trail all the way to her stomach, "I can assume you know my first question; I would like to know more about Yuuki Nao. "