Hey, would you look at that an update that didn't take three months. Without further ado here's chapter two of It's Complicated
The tension was practically palpable for Nagisa and Kayano. They both ate in silence. Nagisa's parents were none the wiser. Every time they'd make eye contact, they would look away blushing like a schoolgirl with a crush. Could they make things any more obvious. The answer was yes. Having delayed his inevitable demise long enough, it was time for both Nagisa and Kayano to break the news.
"Mom. Dad," Nagisa got their attention.
"What is it dear," Hiromi smiled at her son.
"Kayano and I have something to tell you," Nagisa cleared his throat.
"Oh," Nagisa's father raised his brow, "What's going on?"
"So, you know how you guys became parents," Nagisa started.
"Um, yeah. Nagisa what does this have to do with anything," Hiromi was getting more than a little concerned.
"Well the thing is," Nagisa was sweating bullets, "Kayano and I are going to be parents."
"Surprise," Kayano chuckled nervously. The room was completely silent. No one was sure what to do or say next. Nagisa's mom and dad had so many questions, but didn't know where to begin. Nagisa and Kayano were just waiting for the hammer to be brought down on them.
"How," Nagisa's dad finally spoke. Nagisa and Kayano knew they would have to explain themselves. They just didn't know how to. There was no easy way of explaining their situation. No matter how hard they tried to find a way of explaining their situation. They couldn't find the right words.
"It's complicated," Nagisa lamely excused.
"Nagisa," Hiromi commanded sternly, "Explain."
"We were at a party," Nagisa started, "We were both drinking. We didn't know what we were thinking. Before we knew it, we both woke up in the same bed. We were confused. We were scared. We didn't know what to do."
"What were you two thinking," Hiromi was trying to keep her cool.
"We weren't," Hiromi stood up and slapped Nagisa across the face.
"I'm sorry," Nagisa muttered. He held his head down. Kayano felt like she should share the blame with him.
"It's not Nagisa's fault," Kayano defended.
"What do you mean," Nagisa's dad eyes Kayano.
"Nagisa was going to leave when I called him over. I begged him to stay. I was also the one who led him into an empty bedroom. If I hadn't said anything Nagisa wouldn't be here right now."
"So, you're the one who ruined my son's life," Hiromi accused. She was walking over to slap Kayano. It never came.
"Hiromi," Nagisa's dad had caught her hand, "That's enough."
"But, Matsui," Hiromi looked at her husband.
"They're scared Hiromi. They didn't mean for this to happen. They don't need a scolding. They know the gravity of their actions. They need our help. We're parents aren't we?"
"I'm sorry," Hiromi apologized to Kayano, "I shouldn't have said that earlier."
"It's alright," Kayano smiled.
"And Nagisa I'm so sorry. I didn't meant to hurt you," Hiromi bowed
"Nagisa it's alright," Matsui put his hand on his son's shoulder, "We'll help you through this. I promise," Nagisa looked up tears in his eyes.
"Dad," Nagisa cried. His dad pulled him in. Hiromi walked over joining in on the family hug. Nagisa couldn't help but to cry. It was just so overwhelming. He didn't know what to do. He had no idea how to take care of a child. He was terrified that he wouldn't be able to be a good father.
The conversation had finally resumed once Nagisa had calmed down. They were all sitting in the living room. The tension in the air finally alleviated.
"So how far along are you Kayano-San," Hiromi asked.
"Two months," Kayano answered.
"So a winter child," Hiromi took a sip of her tea, "Have you two thought of a name yet.
"Not really. I want to wait til I know if it's a boy or girl."
"Are there any names you're particularly fond of?"
"I like the name Yui, if it's a girl. Yuu if it's a boy."
"What about you Nagisa? Do you have any names you like?"
"I like the name Aya if it's a girl. Hikaru for a boy."
"Those are some pretty great names from the both of you," Matsui commented.
"So when is your first ultrasound," Hiromi asked.
"We've scheduled one for next week," Nagisa replied. They rest of the evening was spent in a comfortable silence, Nagisa's parents asking the occasional question. Nagisa's parents finally left, leaving both Nagisa and Kayano alone.
The two were both lying in bed, having cleaned the apartment and taken their respective showers. Kayano was resting her head on Nagisa's chest, Nagisa was rubbing circles on Kayano's shoulder. Soon sleep took the both of them.
The good thing about Sunday's was the ability to sleep in. Of course for Kayano this luxury was no longer available. She was currently on the toilet throwing up her insides. Nagisa was holding her hair back.
"Oh, God, this is worse than being impaled," Kayano choked out.
"Are you alright," Nagisa asked.
"Oh, yeah Nagisa. This is exactly how I wanted to spend my Sunday," Kayano spat bitterly, "You did this to me, you asshole!"
"I'm sorry," Nagisa continued to hold Kayano's hair back as she continued to throw up. Seven month's seemed like a long time for Kayano. She just hoped the nausea and vomiting would only last a little while longer.
After having spent their morning in the bathroom both Kayano and Nagisa were ready to take on their day. Of course their day consisted mostly of lazing around and doing nothing. They were on the couch, the tv playing in the background, but neither really paying it much attention.
"So, what should I make for dinner?"
"Hmm," Kayano held a pensive look. She couldn't explain it but she really wanted to eat chocolate covered sushi, "Sushi."
"That sounds good," Nagisa commented.
"With chocolate," Kayano finished.
"Like for dessert," Nagisa raised his brow.
"Nope, I want the chocolate drizzled over the sushi. Oh and I also want some pickles with mayonnaise," Kayano finished. This all sounded so delicious to her. She wanted it and she wanted it now.
"Alright, I guess I'll go shopping for everything then," Nagisa was more than a little confused at Kayano's dinner suggestions.
"Hurry back," Kayano pleaded. With a nod Nagisa got ready and left for the super market.
"Alright, so I have the rice, the seaweed, the fish, the chocolate, the pickles. What else do I need," Nagisa looked in his basket, "Ah the mayonnaise," Nagisa headed over to get the mayonnaise. Having gotten his final item Nagisa was ready to get back home.
"Nagisa," a voice cried out.
"Huh," Nagisa turned around to see Sugino in a pair of jeans and a baseball tee, "Sugino?"
"It is you," Sugino dashed over to Nagisa, "How have you been man?"
"I've been good. How are you Sugino?"
"Great. I'm actually just buying some things for a little get together I'm having at my apartment. You wanna come over?"
"I'd love to but I need to go make dinner myself."
"Ah, I understand. Some other time then," Sugino scratched the back of his head.
"Yeah. I'd really love to hang out with everyone again," Nagisa smiled.
"That'd be great. Hey I think Isogai is trying to get something set-up. I can give you his number if you'd like."
"I'd like that," Sugino pulled out his phone and gave Nagisa, Isogai's number. The two said goodbye and went on their ways.
Kayano was pacing across the apartment. She wondered what was taking so long. Didn't Nagisa care about her? Didn't he realize that she needed him right now. What if Nagisa just left her? What if he didn't want anything to do with her or the baby, so he just up and left, leaving her all alone. Kayano broke down crying just as Nagisa walked in with a couple of grocery bags.
"Kayano," Nagisa called out.
"Nagisa," Kayano almost tackled Nagisa, "You're back!"
"Yeah, I am," Nagisa replied, "Are you alright."
"I was just so worried that you wouldn't come back."
"It's alright, Akari," Nagisa blushed having used Kayano's real name, "I need to go make dinner alright."
"Did you buy everything I wanted?"
"Yup."
"Give me the pickles and the mayonnaise," Nagisa took said items out of the grocery bag and handed it to Kayano. He then proceeded to head to the kitchen to get dinner ready.
Kayano took a bite into her third mayonnaise dipped pickle. Dear lord, were they delicious. Kayano had no idea why she didn't think of this sooner. It was like heaven on her tastebuds. She was sure that she could eat the entire jar of pickles if she wanted to. So she did, and she still had room for dinner. There was no stopping Kayano's voracious appetite.
Dinner rolled around, and Nagisa had his plate of normal sushi while Kayano had her plate of chocolate sushi. She finished before Nagisa was even halfway done with his plate. Nagisa was both horrified and impressed that she managed to eat her food so fast. After eating half of his plate and giving the other half to Kayano, the two finished their dinner.
"So, I ran into Sugino today," Nagisa announced.
"Oh, and what happened," Kayano asked.
"He invited me to a get together."
"What'd you say?"
"Told him I couldn't. He gave me Isogai's number."
"Ah, I see. So I guess we're gonna tell everyone else next."
"Yeah, I just got to call Isogai," The two spent the rest of their evening lying on the couch doing nothing.
It was late, very late and Kayano had an emergency. She needed double chocolate fudge ice cream and she needed it now, "Nagisa," she stirred the young male, "Nagisa wake up," She tried again, "Nagisa," she yelled causing him to stir.
"What is it." Nagisa yawned.
"I want some ice cream."
"Do you have any idea what time it is?"
"Nagisa," She gave him a look that would chill most men's blood, "You are going to get me a tub of double chocolate fudge ice cream or so help me God."
"Yes, ma'am," Nagisa jumped out of bed and headed out the door once he got his clothes on.
Luckily for Nagisa there was a convenience store not too far from his apartment. He scanned the frozen food aisle till he found the biggest tub of Kayano's desired ice cream of choice. He walked to the counter to make his purchase and then he was on his way. Grabbing a spoon and placing the tub of ice cream on Kayano's lap, Nagisa crawled back into bed and attempted to enjoy the remainder of his rest before it was time to go to work.
Kayano wolfed down her tub of ice cream. She was humming contently. She looked over to see Nagisa passed out. She smiled, so much had changed and so much was going to change. This would be her last week working as a film star. She just hoped her sudden departure wouldn't draw too much attention. Deciding to stop worrying about things beyond her control, she closed her eyes and let sleep take her.
Nagisa was trying not to doze off during work. It was the start of the work week and he didn't get much sleep the night before. He tiredly dodged a strike from one of his students. Easily using their weight and momentum to flip them over, "A valiant effort Shinji-San, but next time do try and keep quiet when you're going to do a sneak attack," He helped his student up who reluctantly accepted.
"Tsk. Whatever, I'll get you off guard one day."
"I look forward to it," Nagisa smiled
"Patronizing bastard," Shinji grumbled before stomping off. Nagisa sighed to himself. At least the day was already halfway over with. He spent the rest of his day completing lesson plans, teaching the class and of course avoiding any sort of attacks from his students. Yup, just another day at work.
"Alright, class I want you all to do problems thirteen through forty-five on page two ninety-two of your math homework tonight. Also don't forget to do tonight's assigned reading for English Literature. Oh, and I'll be inspecting your history projects tomorrow as well. If you haven't started yet, now would be a good time to. Have a lovely day, class dismissed."
Nagisa headed back to the apartment. He picked up a quick drink and was on his way. He saw Kayano dozing off on the couch. He smiled at the sight. He looked at Isogai's number. He still had to call him. Well, better do it now before he finds an excuse not to. Dialing the numbers, Nagisa was sort of hoping that he wouldn't answer.
"Hello, this is Isogai Yuma speaking, who is this?"
"Isogai, it's me Nagisa."
"Nagisa, is that really you?
"Yeah, How have you been?"
"I'm fine. It's great hearing from you, it's just it's been so long."
"I know."
"So, what's been going on with you?"
"I'm a student teacher. I even have my own apartment."
"That's great. I wish I could have gone to your graduation ceremony."
"It's fine. Besides I'm pretty sure we were all busy with our own things at the time."
"Guess, you're right. So what's up Nagisa?"
"I'd like to be able to have a little mini 3-E reunion."
"Oh, you've got something big planned?"
"Something like that,"
"Alright, I'll see what I can do. I'll give you a call back when I've got things put together."
"Thank you Isogai."
"No problem," with that Isogai hung up the phone, and immediately started sending out several messages and making several calls to the 3-E alumni.
"Who were you on the phone with," Kayano yawned.
"Isogai," Nagisa answered.
"Ah, what'd he say?"
"Nothing much, just that it was good to hear from me again. He's also gonna try and get everyone together."
"That's great."
"Yeah," Nagisa let out his own tired yawn. Sleep sounded amazing at the moment. So sleep he did, for a couple of hours before he had to go out on a run to satiate Kayano's strange cravings.
"So, Mrs. Yukimura, this is your first child correct?"
"Y-Yes. Is there something wrong?"
"Oh, nothing at all. Things seem to be developing just fine. Although I'm afraid you won't find out the gender of you baby for a couple more weeks. Also if you don't mind me asking, what's your relationship to the father?"
"Um, he's my uh-," Kayano was fumbling with her words.
"I'm her fiance," Nagisa smoothly replied.
"Ah, I see. Youth these days," the doctor grumbled to himself, "Do you have any questions regarding the pregnancy?"
"How long does morning sickness last?"
"Ah, it should start to subside at around week sixteen of your pregnancy."
"Ah, thank you for the information," Kayano replied disappointedly
Kayano was currently leaning on Nagisa as the two walked to their apartment.
"It's not right to lie, you know," Kayano teased.
"Lie," Nagisa raised his brow.
"Telling the doctor you're my fiance," Kayano grinned.
"Oh, and who said I was lying," Nagisa smirked
"N-Nagisa," Kayano stuttered, "What are you saying?"
"I think I'm asking you to marry me."
"You think?!"
"Will you marry me," Nagisa had that look in his eyes. That look that made Kayano fall in love with him."
"Yes," Kayano practically exclaimed. The two kept walking home. Kayano smiling as she buried her face in Nagisa's side.
When the two got home, Nagisa felt his phone vibrate, "Nagisa here," he replied.
"Nagisa, it's Isogai. I managed to get something planned."
"That's great Isogai. Thank you so much."
"Yeah, I told everyone to meet up this Saturday evening at the old classroom."
"This Saturday, alright I'll be there."
"Oh, by the way, I couldn't get a hold of Kayano."
"It's fine. I'll make sure she comes."
"Ah, alright. Well look forward to seeing you on Saturday."
"Likewise. See ya Isogai."
"Later," With that Nagisa went into the kitchen to fix dinner.
"Isogai," Kayano asked.
"Yeah, we're meeting everyone this Saturday."
"Ah, then we're going to tell everyone."
"Yeah. Don't worry I'll be by your side."
"Thank you, Nagisa," Kayano embraced her fiance.
The usually tranquil mountainside where the old 3-E building was located, was currently filled with the sounds of chatter and laughter.
"Oi, so what's with the last minute gathering," Terasaka yelled as he shotgunned his drink.
"Apparently Nagisa has something big to announce," Itona yawned.
"Huh, wonder what he's got planned," Yoshida muttered. Mostly everyone had made it to the old building. Well mostly everyone. There were still a few stragglers, mainly Nagisa and Kayano.
"Where the hell is Nagisa," Maehara grumbled. Not even a minute later and Nagisa was standing at the entrance with Kayano standing next to him. He wore a navy blue vest, with grey pants and a white button up shirt, with a black tie. The outfit was nostalgic, it also didn't help that he had no growth spurt whatsoever. Kayano was next to him, holding his hand. She had on a white dress and a pair of sandals.
"About damn time," Karma smiled. He casually walked over to his old friend. He shook his hand and grinned, "It's been a while."
"Hey, guys," Nagisa smiled. Soon Nagisa and Kayano began to socialize with everyone. Nagisa was pelted with all sorts of questions from the guys.
"So, what's with you and Kayano," Maehara pried.
"Well it's um."
"You seemed pretty happy there a few moment ago," Karma teased
"Well, yeah I guess," Nagisa blushed.
"So, what steamy stories can you tell us," Okajima drooled.
"I'd rather not," Nagisa snarked. Everyone laughed as they all got caught up on each other's lives.
Kayano was currently laughing with the girls, she was also denying any type of alcohol they offered, although she was making short work of the appetizer platters.
"You alright, Kayano," Okano gave her a worried smile.
"Totally, why do you ask," Kayano said through bites of food.
"It's just you've been eating a whole awful lot," Hara cut in.
"Plus you haven't been drinking with us, Kayano-Chan. That's no fun," Rio smiled.
"Oh, I can't drink right now," Kayano tried to explain.
"Are you worried about driving, I'm sure one of us would be able to give you a ride," Kataoka suggested.
"Oh, no I have Nagisa, it's just I really can't drink right now,"
"You came with Nagisa," Kurahashi expressed the shock that every other girl had.
"My, my Kayano-chan. Are you carrying Nagisa's lovechild," Rio smirked. Kayano blushed like a tomato. She couldn't speak and she felt her eyes start to water. Whatever buzz Rio was feeling was immediately gone, "Holy shit, are you serious?"
"Well, I guess Terasaka owes me two thousand yen," Hazama commented.
Rio's outburst had been loud enough to garner everyone's attention. Nagisa turned around to see Kayano shaking. He rushed over to her. As did everyone else
"I'm sorry," Kayano whimpered.
"Kayano it's okay, Okano consoled her, "no one's angry here."
"Kayano are you alright," Nagisa quickly pulled her to him, "What happened?"
"I'm sorry Nagisa," she was crying. Between her sobs he could pick out phrases like, "My fault," and "I didn't mean to."
"Shh, it's alright Kayano," Nagisa soothed, "I'm here, don't worry. It's gonna be alright," After a couple of minutes of crying and having Nagisa calm her down, Kayano was now looking at everyone.
"Nagisa, explain," Kataoka commanded.
"Kayano and I may have slept together," The room went silent.
"May have," Kataoka raised her brow.
"We did," Nagisa put his head down.
"What was the result of this?"
"Kayano is expecting," Nagisa still kept his head down.
"Wait you, mean Nagisa and Kayano," Maehara slowly processed what happened, "Way to go Nagisa," Maehara exclaimed. He was promptly put to rest by one of Okano's kicks.
"That should keep him quiet for a while," Okano wiped her hands against each other.
"Is he going to be alright," Nagisa looked over concerned.
"He's survived worse," Okano reassured him.
"That's good to hear," Nagisa chuckled nervously.
"Which reminds me," Okano rammed her fist down Nagisa's skull, effectively knocking him out, "Just cause Kayano gets a free pass doesn't mean you do Nagisa!"
"Are you feeling alright Kayano," Okano smiled as if she didn't just knock out two people.
"Y-Yeah," Kayano squeaked.
"That's good," Okano smiled.
"It's probably best we talk about this," Kataoka sighed, "Isogai, I take it you'll handle talking to Nagisa once he recovers."
"Sure thing," Isogai smiled. With that the girls excused themselves while they found a room to discuss Kayano's pregnancy. Meanwhile the guys waited for Nagisa and Maehara to come to.
