Do you want it? Chapter 3: A night in December, a mai hime fanfic

Disclaimer: I do own Mai-Hime and Mai Otome. All copyrights are reserved to the respective personnel and companies.

Title: A night in December.

Warning: Some grossly AU parts and OoCness. Read this chapter at your own risk!

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A smile.

"I hate it when you do that."

"Ara, ara. Natsuki, what are you talking about?"

Another smile.

"There, you're doing it again."

"Ara?"

Her face brightened by that maddening smile, Shizuru stood on the steps leading to the gates of Garderobe, dressed in a simple violet fur coat and warm woolen pants. With her hair tied up and leaving two brown locks at the side, she looked positively stunning. Side by side, Natsuki thought that the baby blue jacket and navy pants complemented Shizuru's choice of outfit. Pleased, she leant lazily on the rented bike, waiting for Shizuru to walk the final few steps.

"Seeing you with that smile gets the creeps out of me… especially when I know that you'll find some way or another to tease me."

"Na-tsu-ki."

"Yea?"

The raven-haired girl braced herself mentally for whatever clever remarks Shizuru had in store for it, praying to god that she could control her blush and appear aloof.

I'm so not going to blush. Not when I had a warning.

"You're paranoid."

Green eyes blinked densely at the reply.

"Huh? That's all?" she blurted, a faint tinge of pink seen on her cheeks.

Taking in the stunned expression on Natsuki's face, she giggled.

"Was there something else that you wanted me to say?" asked the tanned-haired woman coyly as she approached, finally whispering into the ear of the Gakuenchou, "something… about how cute you look when you blush?"

Natsuki's slight blush developed into something more intensive.

"Sh-Shizuru!!" I knew it. Shouldn't have let my guard down…

What Natsuki got was that smile on Shizuru's face before she appraised the snow-covered grounds of Garderobe. The freshly fallen precipitate was untouched, save for the marks they'd made with their footprints, decking the grounds a light shade of grayish-white. It was the holidays, and most of the students here had gone home to relax for the month, leaving the staff and Pillars here to hold the fort.

"Um… Shall we go, Shizuru? It's getting late…" It's too late to do anything like go to that carnival nearby or watch movies… I should have taken Shizuru's actions into account when I planned for today…

"Ara… Natsuki is so eager to whisk me away someplace where no one can find us. How can I say no to that?"

Handing a helmet to the chestnut-haired woman, Natsuki only huffed in silent indignation, refusing to add more fuel to the fire that was already burning merrily. Swinging over the motorbike in one smooth motion, she gestured for Shizuru to get on behind her. Once the older girl settled in and had her arms wrapped securely on her waist, she fired the ignition and roared her way to their first destination.

And nearly crashed course when Shizuru started tickling her front with playful fingers.

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The wheels of the bike whirling sand and snow out of its system in a constant churning sound, Natsuki led the vehicle to the shoreline and slowed to an almost crawl before stopping completely. Turning back to look at Shizuru, she pointed at the beach while keeping bike steady, signaling for Shizuru to get down.

Minutes later, they sat down on cushions that Natsuki brought and stared out to the horizon that was changing with grace.

Sunset.

To say that the view was beautiful was an understatement. Slowly and with glamour, the grayish white picture turned red as soon as the sun started sinking into the sea. The landscape, gradually painted from red to gold - with the many shades in between - blended the two colours in unison as the ball of light came closer and closer to the horizon.

It was nothing short of breath-taking.

For a passing moment, the sea wore a brilliant shade of tangerine as the sun reached beyond the water, almost as if dissuading the fiery ball from its further descent. But a day was a day, and it failed for the umpteenth time as it darkened grudgingly into the deep blackness as the sky turned a final shade of violet.

The sunset lasted for a few minutes. Five at best; both the wonder and the silence shared between the two women.

A silence shared… because they were locked in a deep kiss and lost in a world of their own.

Have I told you that you looked beautiful today?

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Picking up both the polished knife and the fork, Shizuru sliced carefully at the piece of meat before her as she continued her conversation with her disgruntled partner. "Na-tsu-ki, we both know that you did that. It's futile to try denying it."

"I most certainly did not do that," huffed the younger girl, forgetting all about the food left on her plate which was meant to be her dinner.

"Ara ara. Still being so insistent on your stand? That was the first thing I saw you with when I opened my eyes this morning, Natsuki."

"I did not! I refuse to claim responsibility for it. You didn't even attempt to keep it away from me, so you can't push the blame. Anyway, it didn't hurt you, did it? There's no harm done."

At the sound of shouting, many heads turned over to give a disapproving look at the couple before resuming their meal.

"No harm done…? Natsuki, you're so insensitive… it actually pained me greatly. I'm a little inconvenienced right now because of it."

"Since when did you let something like that stop you from doing anything you wanted?"

Instinctively, everyone who was seated around the pair of them had moved a little away, giving some privacy to the quarreling couple. Some however, inched a little closer out of curiosity at the interesting content of the argument, only to be pierced with the famous death glare from the Gakuenchou before they scrambled quickly away as well. Despite outward appearances and beliefs, Natsuki was certainly not fighting with Shizuru. They were just seated opposite each other across a table and enjoying their meal and banter.

A friendly banter where Natsuki wanted to win. Badly.

"Ara… It was my favourite dress afterall, and I was planning to wear it today instead of this fur coat and the woolen shirt. But now… Natsuki always bullies me… meanie."

"Hey! I don't! You look just fine in this coat anyway. Besides, it wasn't my fault that I drooled all over your dress, you didn't keep it properly! I'll buy you another dress later if you want to. It's probably still in the process of washing right now."

"Ara, ara… Natsuki, you'd finally admitted that you did drool while sleeping."

"What th- Arghhhh!!! Shizuru!!"

Why did she have to wake up when I was sneaking her dress to the laundry? … Can't believe I lost to her again, and to think I had been trying so hard to deny it… dear god, is it a curse that plaques me?

In a fit of pique, Natsuki poked at her food with a vengeance and added an extra large amount mayonnaise to her breaded chicken - so much more in fact, that it pained Shizuru internally to see all that unhealthy sauce go into Natsuki's mouth. Exchanging her own plate of breaded chicken with Natsuki's in lightning speed while snatching up the bottle of mayonnaise in unison, she handed both items to the waiter nearby and signaled for him to run away before Natsuki finished chewing. The dark-haired girl shot killer daggers at the Kyoto woman, all the while cursing the stupid waiter who ran away with her food.

When she finally swallowed the last of the fully flavored chicken, she scowled fiercely at the older woman. "Shizuru!! My food! Did you have to do that?"

"What's wrong with your food, Natsuki? Isn't it's right in front of you?" the sly woman answered airily, faking ignorance. "Ara… it seems like it's mine that's gone. No matter, I'm content with just watching you eat as I drink my tea."

If it wasn't your birthday today… Shizuru… You! You! You spawn of devil!! Grrr… One day… I swear I'll get you.

Natsuki gave an inward sigh at that thought as she stabbed at Shizuru's chicken, knowing fully well that she had neither the heart nor the mental capability required to outwit the devious angel. Sure, events like dealing with childish royalty and ignorant fools hadn't stumped her as yet, but one single chestnut-haired woman had always gotten the best of her.

And to think that you were so reserved and serious when I first knew you… Grah! I was fooled like everyone else.

Gloating over Natsuki's demise, Shizuru smiled happily at exasperated woman in front of her as butterflies flew in her stomach at the cute sight. The other woman concentrated on finishing her food while wine red eyes watched her, their owner feeling a sense of calm settle over her entire being at the heartwarming sight.

Natsuki…

When Natsuki was done, she dialed a number in her phone and turned to Shizuru, smiling at her. Soon after, the Kyoto woman sensed a shift in the restaurant's atmosphere as curtains were drawn and lights dimmed as the light chatter of the room stilled. Waiters and waitresses came out from the kitchens, each of them carrying two lit candlesticks as they proceeded to place them on their guests' tables. The Charming Amethyst gave a curious look to Natsuki, inquiring about the change in atmosphere. Nevertheless, a loud voice boomed across the entire restaurant before Natsuki could say anything.

"May I please invite Miss N.K up to the stage for a special dedication for her beloved, S.V."

Standing up in a regal manner, she gave the surprised woman a roguish grin before walking to the stage, feeling all eyes on her. Not wanting her disguise to be uncovered, she wore her sunglasses before she stepped onto the brightly lit stage and settled down in front of the piano.

"Miss N.K would like to present the song 'You are my love' for Miss S.V. Please give your attention and applause to this brave lover!"

Shizuru rubbed at her eyes and pinched herself once, trying to ascertain the fact that Natsuki was on stage and about to perform a dedication to her. Helplessly, the tanned-haired woman blushed at that thought. Natsuki is so sweet… With the first notes being played on the grand piano, a familiar tune made its way to her heart and silent lyrics to the song expressed themselves in her mind.

Kiss me sweet, I'm sleeping in silence. All alone, in ice and snow.

In my dream, I'm calling your name.

You are my love…

On the stage, Natsuki's hands flew gracefully across the piano as she merged herself with the song, the song that had deeply moved her ever since she heard Shizuru playing it a long time ago in the common room. Closing her eyes, she saw the image of the lonely figure in the room, playing the instrument with such strong emotions that it overwhelmed her as she passed by.

She looks so… fragile… Sitting there and playing alone…

"You play beautifully, Onee-sama. I've never heard anything like this."

Her playing paused for a moment when Natsuki spoke, but the melody continued as the girl ignored her.

"I'm Natsuki, Natsuki Kruger."

In your eyes, I search for my memory. Lost in vain, so far in the scenery.

Hold me tight, and swear again and again.

We'll never be apart…

Singing the lyrics in sync with Natsuki's playing, tears started their descent on her face as she remembered the loneliness she felt before Natsuki came into her life. Burgundy eyes saw her, not as the Gakuenchou of Galderobe, but as the serious, confident and kind girl she met eight years ago who listened to her song and soul.

"I'm Natsuki, Natsuki Kruger."

Go away, I'm not interested in you. I don't care who you are.

"There's something in it that gives me strange feelings. Can I sit in and listen?"

Blood red eyes widened at the question. No one had wanted to sit down and listen to her before. Not in the way she wanted.

You want to listen…?

If you could touch my feathers softly, I'll give you all my love.

We set sail in the darkness of the night, out to the sea… to find me there, to find you there…

Love me now, if you dare…

Hunting for a pair of crimson eyes amongst the crowd, Natsuki finally found them some time later. As her hands continued playing the haunting melody, she gazed into those cardinal eyes, stunned to see that they were glistening with tears. Giving an encouraging smile to the crying woman, the raven-haired girl knew that her other half was immersed in the memory as well.

Shocked at how her playing had suddenly changed from one of beauty and pain to one of awkwardness and sometimes even just plain thrashing, Natsuki went over boldly, letting one arm rest on the older girl's shoulder.

"I'm not going away even if you thrash the piano now. You intrigue me. I still want to listen. I hear the undertones of the song even in your attempt to divert it away."

Her playing stopped altogether.

In a heavily accented tone, the older girl spoke finally.

"You're just another one of them, even if you try to hide it. Another one of those mindless fangirls. But nevermind… I don't really care that much anyway."

Huh?

"Do you play the piano, Natsuki?"

"Huh? Uh… yea a little. I don't like playing it though, had some bad memories. Never was really good at it too."

"I'll teach you this song if you care to learn… or are you leaving already?"

"Nope, I want to learn this."

"I'm Shizuru, Shizuru Viola."

"Can we become friends, Shizuru?"

Kiss me sweet, I'm sleeping in sorrow. All alone, to see you tomorrow.

In my dream, I'm calling your name.

You are my love…

My love…

As the song ended, Natsuki was greeted by thunderous applause. However, her eyes and heart only had room for the now silent woman hidden in the crowd.

For the one and only you…

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Night was a time for love, so say many experts in this field. However, they never acknowledged the fact that this was also a time of terror, a time where the most horrible of a person's inner demons were released. They never did.

Today was different. Much much different from a similar day ten years ago. Ten years ago, a single lonely soul lay on a patch of frozen grass – just like what she was doing right now – and stared begrudgingly at the vast night sky. She cursed the gods, whoever they were, for taking away everything she had. Her village, her family, her wealth, her friends. They took them all away in a single bout of fire that raged through the entire village, leaving her alone in the world. Kyoto had been her only home, a place which retained all her childhood moments from day one of her life, a place where she really belonged.

Now, she had nothing but her own weird accent as the only memory of her home.

Shizuru Viola lost herself. Her charm, her will and almost her soul… loneliness was her only company.

Two years later, she found herself stonily wearing the Trias uniform and well on her way to becoming a Meister Otome. Under the funding of the fourth Pillar who was an acquaintance of her deceased father, she went under the wing of Garderobe; but never once had she expected the amount of attention showered upon her from her juniors and classmates alike. Everyone greeted her, everyone wanted to see her, and some even attempted to stalk her every moment. Even though she had never once smiled or did anything to attract attention throughout the two years, she had rabid fangirls following her everywhere. Everyone loved Shizuru Viola, but no one loves her. Not in the way she wanted.

Then she met Natsuki; a kind and serious girl who often was easily embarrassed at the littlest things. A girl who was willing to hear the real Shizuru speak.

It started with a simple touch, then a smile and a chaste kiss to the cheek. Before she knew it, Shizuru was a changed person and already a Pillar for Garderobe. She learnt the ways of her new life, and how to protect herself and her Natsuki. Yes, her Natsuki. The person who transformed her, the person who made her feel that she wasn't the only one who laid on grass and stared at the black night sky spotted with stars.

Like what she was doing right now.

She huddled herself in the warm blankets that Natsuki left for her, wishing that the younger woman would come back soon. With a spark of excitement visible in the clear green orbs, she had merely handed the blankets and the warm food over to Shizuru before disappearing into the darkness with only a torch. Ever since then, the tanned-haired woman had been observing the stars alone in the makeshift bed, and pondering over her childhood days that seemed such a long time ago.

Snapping out of her thoughts at the rustle of leaves in a nearby bush, she tensed immediately on reflex, preparing to face whatever danger that laid beyond her comfort zone. At the sight of midnight hair which stood in contrast against the pale gray snow, the Kyoto woman relaxed, her face breaking into a smile when she saw her lover fighting with the branches that hooked onto her fur coat.

"Ara… Natsuki, making unnecessary movement will only worsen the entanglement. Here, I'll help you."

Approaching the ensnared girl to assist her, she was surprised to find Natsuki panting slightly as if she had been running. Resisting the urge to just 'Materialize' and cut Natsuki free from the stubborn bush with her element, she wrestled with the coat with a serious look upon her face, never once noticing the dazed look the other woman's face as she took off the coat and stood on the side, observing the chestnut-haired woman in her battle.

With one last desperate tug at the fabric, the coat finally detached itself from the coarse branches. The force of the motion sent Shizuru reeling backwards for the snow-covered ground, but warm arms caught her before she did. As a result, the both of them crashed ungainly to the ground, the dark-haired girl cushioning the impact for Shizuru.

"Ow… Shizuru, did you gain some weight when I wasn't looking?" she grumbled, as they got up awkwardly and brushed the snow off their coats.

"Kanin na, Natsuki. I wasn't expecting the branches to be quite that stubborn."

Moving behind her, Shizuru draped the slightly torn coat over the trembling Natsuki and rubbed her arms to aid her in gaining more warmth to her body. Teeth chattering from the chill, Natsuki arranged the items properly again in a basket before dragging Shizuru out to the dark forest.

With one arm holding a basket and the other coiled in Shizuru's, Natsuki had a silly grin on her face as they walked, her smile feeding curiosity to the birthday girl. Taking her mind off her thoughts, the older woman savored the warmth she felt at this simple yet close contact. They continued their stroll to the destination, neither of them making any conversation as none was needed. Instead, they chose to listen to Nature's melodies of night.

"We're here, Shizuru."

Turning at a blind corner, Shizuru gasped in surprise at the sight that was revealed to her. Beyond her eyes laid a frozen pond that had been concealed previously by the pine trees that surrounded its perimeter. Blinking brightly in the night, lights hung on the trees nearby, creating an enchanting atmosphere as the soft lights reflected on the ice, making the pond glow in ethereality. But it was neither the lights nor the ice that caught her attention – it was the candles. Across the ice spread numerous glass tubes, each of them protecting the flame of a burning candle that stood proudly on the hardened water.

Fire on ice. The harmony of two natural forces of nature destined to remain as enemies forever.

This simple meeting touched something deep within Shizuru. Perhaps it's because of the semblance to their relationship - Shizuru was ice, and Natsuki was fire, or maybe it was the opposite.

But this was them. The meeting of two opposites.

The flames burned steadily, the candlelight illuminated a simple sentence. Two words that burned like lava in Shizuru.

Just you.

"I love you, Shizuru. Happy Birthday." Natsuki whispered, pecking the stunned girl on her cheek.

A drop of tear ran down her cheeks. Then another, and another. In no time, Shizuru was in the safe arms of Natsuki, sobbing uncontrollably at the multitude of emotions which overwhelmed her. Stroking the hair of the birthday girl, she held her tightly, letting the other cry her heart out, knowing, no, had always known that she needed this. When her tears ceased, concerned emeralds found their way to the glistening rubies, giving them their best smile.

"Ara… Natsuki… It seems that you're not the only one who's a hopeless romantic."

Chuckling slightly as she wiped her tears away, Shizuru gave Natsuki one of her few genuine smiles.

She squeezed Shizuru's waist, gaining her attention as she asked, "Could you set up the blankets again while I go retrieve something?"

"Go on, Natsuki. I'll be waiting right here with a warm spot on the grass."

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Minutes later, Natsuki turned on the portable radio, letting the slow music flood their senses. Glancing up from her task at the sound of the softly-playing music, she saw Natsuki headed towards her, a hand outstretched and waiting for her response. With a simple bow, she accepted the invitation as Natsuki led them to the icy dance floor.

The raven-haired woman clasped her hands on Shizuru's waist as the other did so, holding them closely together as they did a slow waltz with the music. Smoothly, they cut across the ice, lost in the moment of the dance as they moved in sync. Surrounded by the beautiful lights and the company of Nature's best, the couple danced – not too slow, not too quickly – simply enjoying the presence of their significant other. Burgundy orbs looked nowhere but into the forest ones, showing their love for the other; no words were ever required between them.

As the music came to a close, they relaxed their pace, ending just as the song did but stayed in their positions. Not breaking away, Natsuki led the birthday girl to the center of their stage where her final surprise laid. Natsuki bent down, reaching for the present that was buried under the snow. Straightening up again when she was done, she unwrapped her present from the cloak that it was hidden in, blushing as she did so.

An intricately designed glass case where a single rose lay within it.

"Shizuru… I know this isn't much, or maybe it's really bad as a present, I hope you like this."

A solitary rose laced with white trimmings on every single blood red petal.

"Natsuki… I-"

"I know it's not good, I promise to give you a better one next year… Youko told me that this rose will never wilt, regardless of time or weather, but I was afraid that she lied to me… so I preserved it in ice ever since I had it…"

Red just like the colour of Shizuru's eyes right now. Eyes full of love and passion.

"This is the best present I can ever receive, Natsuki… I would die happy at this moment."

White for the innocence and purity of these feelings…

Red and white. The symbol of their kind of relationship.

"Really? But I… I thought that you didn't like the day… seeing how you wanted to stay in school today and you had that look in your eyes… Besides… it couldn't be considered as a real date, we didn't even go anywhere fun because it's so late after we finished the meetings… and I don't even have a cake for you…"

"Natsuki…" she pressed their lips firmly together, silencing her ramble. "This is the most wondrous day for me. I can ask for nothing else better."

"You-"

"No… It isn't about the present or the cake, Natsuki. It's about the day you spent with me. It's about your company, about the dinner, about this… Even if you were to not give me anything, I wouldn't even care. You are all that's important to me."

Pausing in her words, Shizuru played with Natsuki's hair fondly, "It's all about you… Even without a cake I had my wish fulfilled…"

Cloudy eyes cleared in understanding as she replied, "I know. Let's go back, Shizuru. The blankets are waiting for us, as well as the stars."

With the starlit skies above them and the soft snow below their feet, Natsuki and Shizuru trudged on, hand in hand, back to their den, back to where they would make their sweet memories conclude, one special night in December.

"Say… Natsuki, I miss that packet of tea that used to be my present. You could've given me a packet of tea with the rose, couldn't you?"

"Maybe next year, Shizuru," she snuggled closer to her partner, "when I find new flavors for you."

"Natsuki is so sweet…"

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Omake 3:

I wanted to cry because…

Fire on ice. The harmony of two natural forces of nature destined to remain as enemies forever.

This simple meeting touched something deep within Shizuru. Perhaps it's because of the semblance to their relationship - Shizuru was ice, and Natsuki was fire, or maybe it was the opposite.

But this was them. The meeting of two opposites.

The flames burned steadily, the candlelight illuminated a simple sentence. Two words that burned like lava in Shizuru.

Just you.

Natsuki: I love you, Shizuru. Happy Birthday. (kiss)

Shizuru (tears up): Natsuki… Natsuki… I-

Natsuki: I know, I know. Go on. Cry your heart out, Shizuru. I'll always be beside you, no matter what you do.

Shizuru (tears rolling down her cheeks): Natsuki… You don't understand… I-

Natsuki: I do, Shizuru. I do.

Shizuru (wipes some tears away): No, you don't… I just wanted to say- I wanted to say…

Natsuki: Yes, Shizuru?

Shizuru: (sniff) …the bears are eating all our food…

Natsuki: ………… (blinks)

Natsuki (evolution – Kruger glare 001): MATERIALIZE!!

Bears: O.O!!!!

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Omake 4:

Shizuru's precious tea

Shizuru (lying down on grass beside Natsuki): Say… Natsuki, I miss that packet of tea that used to be my present. You could've just given me some green tea as well with the rose, couldn't you?

Natsuki: Maybe next year, Shizuru… (snuggles closer) …when I find new flavors of tea for you.

Shizuru: Natsuki is so sweet… I want flavors like apple, banana, orange, lemon, strawberry, cherry…

Natsuki (smiles): Shizuru…… where am I supposed to find fruit flavored tea? Banana tea is very exotic… I'd never-

Shizuru: … oh! And longan, lychee, pineapple, mango, blueberry, pear, watermelon…

Natsuki (twitch): … … Shizuru…? SHIZURU!!

Shizuru: … and soursop, honeydew, dragonfruit- Natsuki, did you say something? (glances at Natsuki)

Natsuki (calms down slightly): Uh. Shizuru. (starfruit, tomato, apricot, plum, peach…) Shizuru, are you listening to me?!?! (twitch twitch)

Shizuru: and cranberry, raspberry… all of my favourite berries! There's also mayapple, mulberry, grapes, kiwi, grapefruit, avocado, papaya, rambutan…

Natsuki (trembling vigorously): SHIZURU!!! I'm sticking to GREEN TEA next year!!!

Shizuru: Ara… green tea? Really? Then I want tea like Gyokuro, Matcha, Sencha, Bancha…

Natsuki (covers her ears and goes into isolation): I knew I shouldn't have said that. I should not have said that. I'm doomed……

Shizuru: and Genmaicha, Kukicha, Kabusecha…

Natsuki (clutches her hair forcefully): AHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!! Shizuru!!!! I'll buy everything for you next year!!! EVERYTHING!!!

Shizuru: Ara… it worked. Natsuki is so gullible. Hoho…

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Disclaimer: The song 'You are my love' is sung by Yuki Kajiura for the anime Tsubasa Reservoir Chronicles. It is not mine.

A/N: Happy Birthday Shizuru!!!!! (Officially 19 Dec in my country)

By the way, I know I'm distorting facts about Shizuru's past, but I found this error out only when I'd finished writing this (don't wanna change –pouts-). Hence, I proclaim: Anything to do with Shizuru's past and her younger self's character is grossly AU. Bah… I think I'd killed the pairing.

Ok, this is the super long last part of the story (longer than the other 2 at least, hehe). This chapter isn't as funny as the last few, but I hope that the omakes made up for it. Bleh… I was attempting to bring out the sweetness that I feel this pairing should have, but sadly I have zero idea what one can do a date (yes, I'm hopeless)… so… it ended up like this. Do tell me if you found this yucky or anything, because I had qualms about posting this up in the first place… had a gigantic writer's block these few days. T.T

As usual, do point out my errors :)

Thanks to all reviewers who gave me encouragement and pointers to write up this fic. If anyone finds anything worth mentioning, please do. It's a means for improving.

Oh yay!! - Dishes out snuggling ShizNat chibis to reviewers -