This came about 'cause I wanted to try writing a Hatori-Momiji guardian-ward themed fic. Neither manga nor anime expounds on their relationship, so I thought I'd give it a whirl. XP The drabble is set before the chapter in which Momiji appeares in the guy's uniform.
Hm... One more and I'll be finished for this year. Awww. I'll definitely try to write more (gotta find more word prompts), but after the tenth chapter, updates will come much slower. Depressing news aside... On to the drabble! Itadakimasu!
Disclaimer: Fruits Basket belongeth not to me
Powerful Words
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9. Maybe
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The Rabbit is hopeful.
Too hopeful, some say.
His optimism and childishness are a weakness, but the doctor knows them for a shield. A protection against the harder aspects of life that had plagued him before, during, and after that incident.
His guardian notes that he has done surprisingly well at coping with the lack of a family.
"What do you plan to do now, Momiji…?"The boy is silhouetted against the early morning light.
A black uniform is draped over one of his arms.
"I guess I'll grow up now."
He looks over his shoulder and grins briefly, half-heartedly.
His guardian in the meantime closes his eyes, and leans back into his chair, his hands forming a steeple at his chest. His own smile is a melancholy one.
Truly, this one is the strongest of us…Out loud, he says, "Good career choice."
"I guess," the boy replies, sticking his tongue out in a manner reminiscent of previous years. But he turns his face back towards the light, and murmurs, "If I do… then maybe…"
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Maybe…
Just maybe…
She will choose me…?
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"Maybe…" he murmurs; his mind is a mile away.
"Maybe," his guardian agrees, his eyes understanding.
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End
(201)
Next: "Silence" - "I don't think he's even aware of how hard he's fallen for her..." (Mabudachi Trio fun, implied ToriMayu)