CHAPTER 10 – The Threat and the Gift
Mikan Sakura,
glad that you came out in public.
Wait for us.
AAO Founder
"Now that he let himself be known that he is still somewhere, are you happy now BASTARDS?!" Natsume frustratedly shouted to Persona, the Principal and Narumi.
"Kuro Neko, I hadn't taught you to be a whiner. We are in the hospital in case you forget." Persona said as he took away the mysterious letter from Natsume's hand and disappeared with a voice echoing that he will have someone examine the letter for traces. Then the Principal also left saying that let him know when the results are back and when Mikan is awake.
Natsume calmed down a bit when he realized they are just outside Mikan's hospital room. But irritation, worry is seen on his face. He sat down on the chair outside Mikan's room and held his face with his hands to cover his frustrations for awhile. Mikan has been asleep now for almost 12 hours now since they left the concert. The results of the tests why she fainted and not waking up is not yet here. They said it may took awhile. Narumi sat beside Natsume as he read his expressions, he understand his worries. Then Narumi's phone rang, he answered it, it's the director who is obviously not aware of the real stories of alices. He said that because it's a hit and they earned millions, he will have the band a world tour. And will take no for an answer, its in the contract in case they will be famous. The director also said that the members of the band are now millionaires their albums was all sold out, including the new videos of the concert which is now almost out of stock in market. Narumi said that he will return his call later after talking to the band. Natsume somehow heard the conversation and it did not help his anxiety. Narumi looked around the hall, everyone of their band is there, if he wants to he can tell them the news but the situation is not letting him. His daughter is still asleep and is still in not good condition.
Narumi observed the group, Ruka is hugging Hotaru trying to soothe her while she was crying silently, dreadfully worried. Sumire is leaning on Mochu's wide shoulders both staring to the door of Mikan's room. Koko and Anna is holding hands and looking down, Koko can read everyones thought and he feels all of their anxiety specially Natsume's, Anna felt his worries and is trying to lessen Koko's burden by holding his hand. Yuu and Nonoko are both seated, Nonoko laying her head on Yuu's lap. Natsume is sitting on a chair nearest to Mikan's door still with his hands on his face. They all haven't even bothered to change clothes, they did not left the hospital yet. Mikan sure is someone who is a big part of their lives. Its like they are not living without her. Narumi was disturbed from his thoughts when Natsume entered Mikan's room and closed the door behind him.
In Mikan's Hospital Room…(Natsume's Point of View)
Natsume observes Mikan beside her bed. She wears the hospital white gown of the Alice Academy Hospital. There is an intravenous line inserted on her right hand vein, there is an oxygen mask that covers her nose and luscious lips. There is a lead attached to her chest to monitor her breathing and heart rate. There is a blood pressure cuff on her left arm which also monitors her blood pressure. As Natsume was informed, all of Mikan's vital signs are low. Natsume then climbed on the bed and hugged Mikan, kissing her closed eyes, he settled comfortably making sure Mikan is not uncomfortable and be disturbed on her rest. Natsume then closed his eyes letting sleep claim him.
Back at the hallway…
Subaru arrives with a nurse with him who is carrying Mikan's chart.
"I don't know how to explain but do you want the good or bad news first?" Subaru asked while eyeing their wasted forms, specially the boy who got the nerve to hug his sister in front of him.
"I think Natsume should decide that, I will call him now." Ruka said, he felt Subaru's glare and decided to break their contact and he thought Natsume must know too so he somehow find himself an excuse.
Back at Natsume…
The door opened, Natsume opened his eyes and saw Ruka on the door, Ruka told him the results are back. So Natsume safely climbed out of bed and kissed Mikan's forehead before leaving the room and closed the door behind him.
Hallway….
"So everyone is here now, Natsume since you are a part of Mikan's life, I'm asking you what do you want to know first? The bad or the good news?" Subaru said straight on Natsume. Natsume was scared because there is a bad news concerning his Mikan. He decided to meet the worst first.
"Bad news first." Natsume answered while clenching his fist.
"Well, the results came in and Mikan has the Life Span Short Alice. She used a huge amount in the concert, so no wonder it take a toll on her body like that as a payment." Everybody was shocked to hear that, now Natsume really doesn't want Mikan to be used by the academy, badly. Subaru continued, "For the good news, although for me this is still bad but knowing all of you as members of Natsume-Mikan as a couple fanclub, even you Narumi who is the founder of the fanclub, I'm glad to announce that Mikan is two months pregnant with Natsume's child." Everybody's jaws dropped and they are still not moving after 3 minutes until somebody shot them all with a Baka gun. Yes, its Hotaru who gotten over with the news quickly.
Everybody's thoughts…
Hotaru: My bestfriend is pregnant?! Oh my god, I PROMISE not to ever hit her with my baka gun and that I will be the best godparent alive in the world. But I have to make Natsume suffer the shots instead because he got my Mikan pregnant out of wedlock. Hey, no one's speaking yet, they are all drooling because of their dropped jaws. Gross… I have to wake them up now for their thoughts.
Ruka: Gosh, I can't believe it, I will support them no matter what as Natsume and Mikan's bestfriend. But I wonder when did that happened because I can remember the day after the birthday celebration of Mikan, Natsume asked me to buy some condoms with him… did they do it without protection?! Ouch it hurts so much, darn that Hotaru!
Sumire: Hmmm… I knew it those two are so fast in their relationship, but if that what makes them happy, I will support them. The moment Mikan came to the academy and caught Natsume's attention, I knew that they belong to each other although its hard to accept before….Itai! Who did that?!
Mochu: Wow, Natsume is really something, I can't believe at the age of 18 my two friends will be parents, I hope this will help Natsume to be more emotionally expressive since its only to Mikan he opens up but he has changed now but really not enough for me. He doesn't deserve to be tortured before, Mikan thanks a lot for helping Natsume be alive…Darn! It hurts!
Nonoko: Oh gosh, I'm so excited for Mikan hehehehe I wonder how many times did they did it… Ouch that hurts!
Yuu: Is this for real? Did they just made another life? But I will support them and help them grow this baby since we are still 18. But still I can't imagine them really doing it without protection, its so ummm….. Ouch is that the baka gun?!
Anna: Can't wait to see a little Natsume or a little Mikan! Hmmm… they sure has a lot of explaining to do hehehe… huhuhuhu who did that? It hurts
Koko: I can't read everyone's thoughts right now I wonder because me myself is been a deep thought. Hey maybe I can read Natsume's mind now, I'm really happy for them. Wait Ouch!
Narumi: Oh no just like before, but this time I will support it unlike to Yuka… I'm going to be oji chan?! NOoooooo! Im tooooo yoooooouuuungggg! Ouch!
Natsume: Did I just heard that right? Am I really going to be a father? Its still early but I'm really happy. I will protect both of them with my life. I will try to be the best father and a best partner for Mikan. But we used protection all the time, maybe it broke. But whatever, I'm so happy! Ouch its like I've been hit by a truck!
Back to the real scene…
"Mou, Hotaru that's enough!" Ruka shouted because Hotaru is still hitting Natsume. Everyone just laughed, for a change in this night, they are all wearing smiles on their faces, grateful of the unexpected gift.
Subaru said he knew this would happen but they were stopped from all of their commotion when Mikan's machines beeped loudly. They all ran to Mikan's room with Natsume on the lead followed by Subaru. When they arrived they were happy to see Mikan awake!