AN: Konnichi ha, minna-san!!! How's everyone doing? Thank you so much for reading my story.
Eto, the past weeks had been really terrible for mi-chan. It seems like mi-chan was struggling to beat time. I tried to manage my time to do my work and allow myself some time to keep the stories update.
This story was supposed to be updated last week but since we were busy preparing for some upcoming festival; so mi-chan tried hard to keep my hands off the computer. Mommy wasn't very pleased when she learned that I'm back to track. Hee, hee, hope she won't ground me from my computer again. Ops, I talked too much
Thanks for the wait and here's the story for all RyoSaku fans. I hope this chapter is still okay, with lots of RyoSaku mushiness.
Pairing: Echizen Ryoma x Ryuzaki Sakuno
Genre: Romance/Humor/Drama
Timeframe: Senior High School Year 3 (Final Year)
Warning: Sakuno centric. Readers had been warned.
Song title: Hitotsu Dake by Tanga Sakura (Voice Actress of Card Captor Sakura)
Standard Disclaimer: Tenipuri belongs to Konomi sensei
"…" denotes speech
"Italics" denotes flashback
'…' denotes thoughts
Bold denotes lyrics
Italic denotes Readers Ideas (Contributed as Excuses)
Intro: Ryoma-kun and Sakuno-chan are officially dating each other and this has been going on for more than three months, however Sakuno-chan is feeling unconfident towards this relationship.
Although Ryoma was the one to propose to her, their intimacy has not been improving a bit. Worst, the girl has never been kissed before by her boyfriend.
One day Ryoma-kun told her that he is deciding to continue his tennis trainings in America for another five years. Right now Sakuno will have to find a way to give her boyfriend a memorable kiss before he leaves.
Instruction: Anyone is free to insert not more than 5 lines to this story You are free to use your own dialogue/imagination, but please ensure that all the plotting/dialogues are well connected and please do not use vulgar language and must be suitable, complied to PG-13
Recaps:
"How many times do I have to tell you that it's none of your concern!?" Ryoma felt like the conversation is going nowhere. He had never felt so beaten when it comes to defending himself. He thought, perhaps this is what he deserves.
"This 'Ore-sama' will definitely take her away from you. I'll make her mine"
KISSING RYOMA-KUN 101 EXCUSES
Chapter 4
He had never felt so beaten when it comes to defending himself. He thought, perhaps this is what he deserves.
"This 'Ore-sama' will definitely take her away from you. I'll make her mine"
It took Ryoma hours to work off his frustration. He walked, he paced, he raged, he brooded.
Voices of Atobe played through his head as he wandered around in the busy street. He swam through the crowds, weighed down with weariness.
"Hey, why don't you just give up on that girl? Both of you are just too different"
'We're…different?' he mused inwardly 'How could he say that when he knows nothing about us'
"You can never give happiness to her. You chose tennis over her, remember? You've chosen tennis, leaving the girl behind and pursue your training. You're leaving her to wait for your return? What kind of a boyfriend are you?"
'I don't need him to tell me that; I know; at this moment I cannot promise anything even our future; but…I'd asked her to wait…'
"This 'Ore-sama' will definitely take her away from you. I'll make her mine"
"Annoying…" he hissed as he keeps himself walking without directions.
'I wondered how long I've been walking around the street, but I don't feel like going home yet'
It wasn't his day, and if there was one thing he'd learned to adjust to, it was the changes in attitudes in a rather strange way that even he could not well comprehended.
It seems like his pair of tired feet had decided on his destination. To his surprised he found himself standing in front of Sakuno's house.
'Dou ho…I'm here; in front of the Ryuzaki household' he thought pathetically.
Without any hesitation; he immediately turn back to leave but it seems like his plan had gone wry when someone came out from the house.
"Ryoma? You're here…" A familiar voice said with a little surprise upon seeing her granddaughter's boyfriend standing in front of their doorway.
"Usu" he turn to face the elderly and greeted her the usual way he did; but one thing that's for sure; he'd pulled down his cap to hide his coyness.
"Are you here to make up with Sakuno?" she asked casually.
Ryoma stood fidgeted for a brief moment. He glanced at the woman who is now smiling broadly at him.
"How…How did you know?" Ryoma asked beneath his breath.
Sumirei noted that Ryoma expression was a new breakthrough; the first time she ever saw his deep crimson face. Guess that kid had somehow lightened his self-esteem a little.
"Well, although I might have been a retired coach; but I refused to be called an old hag at this age. Moreover, you didn't come for dinner for the past two days and Sakuno refused to cook dinner…that left this old hag with no choice but to take care of myself instead…"
Sumirei smiling face sudden twitched; flames engulfed her body; her sardonic nature overwhelmed him and he felt that as if she's going to eat him up.
Ryoma swallowed the hard lump in his throat. He could see the distance between them is closing up.
"Ryoma, I've said this before but I guess I need to repeat myself again"
He couldn't remember for how long it had been since he was last punished by the coach. She used to stand tall before him and he would have to raise his head to face her.
Sumirei cupped Ryoma's face and squeeze them together; his handsome façade was badly deformed beyond recognition.
"I wasn't very happy about what happened between you and my dear granddaughter"
"Zye undashan szat…" he replied indistinctly. ("I understand that")
"I've accepted the fact that you'll be leaving Japan soon" with that Sumirei releases her grip before she continues "You've chose tennis over her right?"
"Zukyuu" the last word struck his heart badly that he had to move a few steps backward to retreat for recuperation.
"Let me put this straight. Sakuno is not that kind of girl who speaks for herself. Since childhood; she has been very introverted; sensitive with people's feeling; she would rather be the one who get hurt than bringing pain to anyone. No matter how she dislikes the circumstances; she would force herself to accept it"
Ryoma's heart lurched upon hearing Sumirei's words. In fact he never actually cares of how a person feels. He wasn't cut out for love and affection. Yet, the girl accepted him as he was. She is always there for him, encouraging him whenever there is a need of it.
"Sakuno, I've decided to return to America after this school term"
"Huh??"
"I want to becomes stronger"
"Sou ka? For how long?"
"Five years"
"Five…years..."
"I…Ryoma-kun should go for it. This is very important to Ryoma-kun right?"
"Will you wait for me?"
"Of course…"
'Though she was smiling back then; I never get to understand her feelings at all. I felt something was missing; yet; I couldn't tell. How was her feeling back then when I told her that?'
"Hey, why don't you just give up on that girl? Both of you are just too different"
'We're different. She cares for people feelings while I don't'
"You can never give happiness to her. You chose tennis over her, remember? You've chosen tennis, leaving the girl behind and pursue your training"
'The others criticizes me for being heartless for leaving her behind; yet she stood out for me; encourage me to stick to my selfishness. She pampered me; I've always thought that I'm there to protect her; it seems different now. I wondered how long she had been protecting me'
"That can't be help. Tennis and Ryoma-kun is indivisible after all. I'll always be your number one supporter…"
'We're different. She shielded me with her generosity, I took it for granted'
"You should know him better, Sakuno"
"After all these while you've been working as a team manager. Flirt with whoever you want; just don't expect me to mop up the mess"
"I hope both of you'd get along; I'm more than happy to wash my hands off it"
'I snapped. I even said something terrible like that. What kind of guy am I? I broke her heart…'
This is the first time he ever experience such pain in his heart. So painful that he almost feel like crying.
"I'm really sorry!!" he bowed solemnly before Sumirei as he apologized sincerely.
"Hm? You feel sorry alright but why are you apologizing to me? You should have say this to her instead" Sumirei said as a matter of factly.
"Yes, I would like to apologize to Sakuno personally. Please let me see her again"
"Too bad, she's not at home now"
"Not at home?" He was quite disappointed to hear that Sakuno not at home; he really hope that he could apologize to her right away; he can't wait; he have so many words to say to her while this burning feeling is still within him.
"Yeah; earlier a guy called and right after that she left the house before you came"
"A guy?" he mused audibly. A thought of Atobe's declaration came into his mind again.
"Could it be…" he despised the fact that he have to put up such silly assumption; yet for knowing Atobe; he's those 'said and action' type of person.
"This 'Ore-sama' will definitely take her away from you. I'll make her mine"
"Eh? Ryoma, are you okay? Your face looks pale"
"A…Atobe?!" he uttered worriedly.
"Atobe?? I don't see any significance of him being in the big picture??" she scratched her head when she pondered why Ryoma would assume that the caller has to be Atobe.
"He wants to do something bad to Sakuno!!" Ryoma shrieked with fear that something might happen to his girlfriend.
"What?! Do what?" At this moment Ryoma is totally freaked out by his imagination.
"Sensei; tell me which way did she went?" he asked anxiously.
"How am I supposed to know?" Sumirei shrugged upon seeing Ryoma's anxious expression. It took her a while to refresh her memory "Ryoma, she'd said that she's going to meet someone at the nearby park"
"Thank you" with that Ryoma immediately paced to the said park.
The pounding of his heart was like a song, each note a thrill. He can't stop himself from imagining things like how Atobe would lay his fingers on her; how the arrogant prince would hold her, touch her and to go as far as claiming her.
He had finally realized that he couldn't bear to lose the girl. He finally confirmed Sakuno's position in his heart; she's very important to him. There's no way he will let anything happen to her.
As soon as he reaches the park; he searched frantically; hoping that he would be able to find the girl before anything happens to her.
He saw crowds of people walking, jogging, dating and playing in the park; but there's no trace of the girl to be found. He decided to go to some hidden spot. He feared that she might be dragged into some dangerous place.
The sun gilded the sky and polishing the air, daylight is about to set; many people began to leave the park; that also made it easier for him to search for her.
Just when he walked past a fountain; he spotted a familiar male figure, the hair style and his build.
"Atobe!!" Ryoma called from afar. There's no reply from the other party.
"Atobe!!" he charged towards him.
"Atobe!!" he grabbed him and turned him around.
"I've found…" Ryoma suddenly went speechless upon facing the man.
"Ouch!! Who the hell are you?!" the man shrugged in pain due to Ryoma's strong grip over his arms. "What do you want from me?"
"Oo…sorry, I got the wrong person…" he apologized unenthusiastically.
"What? Are you crazy?"
"Hey, Masao-kun? Doesn't he look familiar?"
"Sorry for the interruption; both of you can carry on" with that he turned and left.
"Ah?! Isn't he the famous tennis prince, Echizen Ryoma?" the girl confirmed at last "Kyah!! He looks better in person than those pictures from magazines"
"I got the wrong person…that's embarrassing…" he ruffled his hair with slight irritation. He's mad of himself for being so useless that he couldn't even find his girlfriend.
He finally settles himself on a cool bench to take a break after the long, aimless search.
"Sakuno, where could you be?" Just when Ryoma thought that the search is hopeless; in a glimpse of despair; he saw a familiar figure of a female with long hazel-colored hair; she was about to leave the park.
"Sa…Sakuno?"
His senses told him that he couldn't be wrong this time. He is confident about it; those familiar backside; he used to look at those slender form a lot during those days he used to train her.
Just when he was about to chase after her; his legs suddenly frosted; his heartbeat fastened. He tried to call her but it seems like even his voice won't come out. He didn't know what was wrong with him.
'What is wrong with me?' he cursed himself silently.
"Come on…move!!" he urged indistinctly and when he's about to lose sight of the girl; his feet finally allows him to move.
It seems like his body tries to refuse to be close to Sakuno; yet, he didn't want to lose his girlfriend. He decided to tag along from afar.
Ryoma was rather surprised to see that she wasn't on her way home.
'Where is she going?' Ryoma mused.
He felt awkward. He made himself looks like a stalker; a stalker that is stalking his own girlfriend.
'I must be out of my mind' he sighed inwardly.
The routine which the girl took seems familiar to him. The neighborhood looks familiar; the road signs, the houses, the temple and then his house where the girl finally stops by.
'Ah, my house' he finally realized his own environs after seeing his own house. He immediately hides himself at the nearby alley where he can keep his observation over his girlfriend.
He observed that Sakuno looks hesitated of whether she should enter his house. She walked towards the doorsteps and before she decides to press the door bell she retreated.
Ryoma also spotted that she's been holding on a big bag.
"What is the bag she's holding?" he mused audibly.
"Those are the souvenirs from Kachiro and Katsuo" a voice murmured softly from behind, taking Ryoma by surprise.
Ryoma's heart almost jumped out from his ribcage. He instantly recognized the owner of the unexpected company is none other than Sakuno's best friend; Osakada Tomoka.
"Osakada?" He turned around to meet her "What are you doing here?" he asked with similar quietness as the hyper active girl so that they won't be discovered.
"Hey; I'm supposed to ask you first!! Why are you stalking your own girlfriend?"
"I…I…" At this moment; Ryoma wasn't able to reply her. In fact; he also wondered why he suddenly felt so reluctant to face Sakuno. Sometimes ago; he was still maintaining a raging heart of his feelings for her. Isn't he supposed to make up with her?
"I…I'm not stalking her…" he replied with embarrassment; his face is almost as red as tomatoes.
"Hmm…hmm…hmm" Tomoka grinned mischievously at him and he dislikes it.
"What?" he asked dubiously.
"You're afraid to get rejected by Sakuno, am I right?"
"Huh?" he raised his brow. He didn't know what makes Tomoka made such conclusion.
"You should know him better, Sakuno"
"After all these while you've been working as a team manager. Flirt with whoever you want; just don't expect me to mop up the mess. I hope both of you'd get along; I'm more than happy to wash my hands off it"
Tomoka faked a deep low voice as she recites those harsh words Ryoma said to Sakuno the other day.
"Zyukuu" Ryoma felt her vilification is like an arrow that pierced through his heart.
Right now; he can't even get himself to face Tomoka.
"Sorry, I did this on purpose" she admitted as she stared at him with a pair of cold eyes that promised to make his life miserable.
"I know; and I'm not even complaining" he raised his hand in defeat.
"Do you think you have this right to do so; for what you've done to Sakuno?" her prompting had been relentless that made he somehow felt a little irritated.
"I have no time to argue with you" he said irrefutably at last.
"Me neither" she rolled her eyes as she replied impassively.
While they were having their conversation; their eyes were observing the girl who is still hesitating of whether she should enter the house.
"I wondered why I'm so reluctant to meet her now" he massaged his throbbing temple as he frowned.
"Because you're feeling extremely guilty for what you did to her and you're afraid that she won't forgive you for what you did" Tomoka replied instantly.
"Yeah; I regretted for what I said; that is why I'm here to apologize…" he admitted solemnly "…yet; I can't get myself to even get close to her now"
"Ryoma; like I said earlier I'm not here to pick a fight…" Tomoka said seriously as she shot him a sideway glance that filled with meaning he didn't understand.
"I'm here to help you to settle your problem" she explained.
Ryoma eyed the girl with disbelieve. He thought she's here to seek revenge for her best friend.
"Look, let me make myself clear…" she cleared the lump in her throat before she get herself into a serious talk "Ehem; like I also did said that you're afraid of being rejected…"
He nodded as to confirm that he'd heard that statement before.
"It is the extremely high self-esteem of yours that stops you from acting normal when you tried to face Sakuno" Tomoka point out bluntly.
"Well, you can assume as if that's the main reason…" he murmured submissively.
"I'm not done yet" she threw another accusing look at Ryoma for interrupting her.
"You're dense, not caring, not considerate, not cute, not a good material of a boyfriend, not romantic..."
Cold sweat formed on his forehead. Though he hate to hear all this unfavorable terms she used to describe him; he had to admit that this girl for being so perceptive.
He stood there quietly just to let Tomoka attacked him with all sorts of criticism until she's finally satisfied.
"Well, I'm done with mine and now this is for Sakuno" she took a deep breathe before she continues "Sakuno…that silly girl will never get herself to hate you because; you're the one she loves."
"Osakada…" Ryoma couldn't believe of what he heard from Tomoka. After all he said to her; Sakuno is still in love with him?
"I had a few words with her the other day; she finally changed her mind; she braced her courage to come to your house to see you"
"But you said she's here to pass me the souvenirs…"
"Moron; those are some standby tools; just incase your thick head is still fill with jealousy; Sakuno would have some excuses for her to meet you. You know how dense you could be…"
Ryoma confirmed; every word from Tomoka is like a strong punch that directly hits him.
"Now; this is your chance; shun her or accept her…" She said sternly at last.
"I can't get myself to shun her away" Ryoma said indubitably.
Startled by his gallant determination, Tomoka gave a playful smack on his shoulder.
"That's the Ryoma-sama I know" she complimented happily at last and pushes him out from hiding when they finally realized that the girl is gone.
"Kyah?! Sakuno is gone!! I think she must have been confused again. She must have all the negative thoughts in her mind again"
"Hey; don't freak…I'll go and chase after her" he assured confidently.
"Are you sure you can do that; what about your phobia?"
"After what you said and I felt that I would be a real moron if I don't face this bravely" he countered "This time; I want to take the first step to make up with Sakuno"
"Ryoma…" she uttered, still reeling with shock and delight.
"Well, then my mission here is over" her smile brightened as she said with quiet finality.
"Thank you; Osakada. I owe you a big one"
"Hey; I'm Sakuno number one best friend in this whole wide world; remember?"
"I'll return you a favor someday" with that the prince starts to pace off to chase after Sakuno.
Tomoka couldn't keep herself from smiling even when Ryoma had left for quite sometimes.
"Well just like Inui-senpai had predicted; it only takes less than 20 minutes persuade Ryoma"
"I really hope I could tag along and see the progression…but I can't miss my date with Oishi-senpai" just when she was muttering indecisively to herself, her cell phone beeped with message alert. That message had finally made her decides her next step.
"Guess my date is more important"
'Earlier, I thought I felt someone was spying on me' she thought fearfully. Her hands grabbed the bag tightly as she fled. 'Could that be a robber, a pervert?'
She could hear heavy footstep coming after her; that kind of fear was overwhelming. She couldn't believe that she would get herself into such situation. The pursuer did come after her; she thought wearily.
Right now her mind filled with all sorts of torment she would be facing if she is to be caught. She might even get herself killed. It also mean she never have a chance to see Ryoma again. All sorts of skeptical thoughts came into her mind. Tears wet her eyes; blurring her vision.
'No, I don't want to die like this!! I want to see Ryoma-kun again!!' She almost cried out; while she continued to run for her life.
She finally confirmed her fate when a pair of strong arms lifted her and turned over, holding her against his firm chest.
"Don't touch me, you pervert!! My boyfriend is a fierce tennis player!! He has body of steel, his fingers released deadly toxic and he'll stare you down with his san paku gan" she struggled to free herself as she yelled.
You always kept silent
Each time I saw you in my dream
You turned away before I could see your smile
"Oi, that wasn't very nice if you're trying to compliment your boyfriend" a big sweat drop at the side of his forehead upon hearing Sakuno's sudden outburst. He's confused of whether to take those words as a compliment or a criticism.
"Moreover; I didn't know; you've got loud voice" he continued blandly.
"Ry…Ryoma-kun?" She looked up anxiously when she learned that it was Ryoma who pursued her.
"Don't ever do that again; ambushing me from behind…" She finally cried out when all her uncertainties vanished.
"Ambush? I was embracing you, Sakuno…" His arm hugged her consolingly and for several minutes she lay against that broad, comforting chest. She buried her head in his firm chest, panting for breath.
They had never gone as far as holding hands. Though the incident may turn out a little ridiculous, yet, this time they'd get a feel of being cuddled in each others arms.
I realized who was important to me
You always protected me, didn't you?
Through it all, gradually, you're the only one
Always call me, and I'll help you
"So, did I scare you?" he asked with concern "Tell me, why are you running away from me?"
For a moment she blinked at him before she murmured beneath her breathe "I thought you were a pervert or robber"
Though Ryoma did not hear clearly what she said; yet he didn't bother to ask again. What he concern most is how to comfort her.
He looked down at her for a second in silence; then reached out and lightly lifted a tear from her cheek with a fingertip.
You're brave, you're amazing
Here, now, gently surfacing
Receive these overflowing feelings
"I'm sorry" he said softly "I made you cry again"
"Ryoma-kun?" she stared at him in disbelief when he apologized.
"I'm sorry for hurting your feelings" he said again with his mouth close to her ear as he buried his face against her neck.
Sakuno found herself blushing furiously; her face is so hot that the heat almost dried up her tears. At this moment; she could felt Ryoma's gentleness; his kindness is genuine.
"Ryoma-kun, I'm sorry too…" she said simply.
"Come on, let me send you back home now…" with that he released her from his hold.
With that said; Sakuno was rather disappointed. The proximity they shared just now; she thought that if they venture further; her long time dream would have possibly come true, her first kiss with Ryoma.
Ryoma noticed her frowning face. He wondered what was wrong with her again.
"Tell me…" he asked softly "Are you still mad at me?"
Sakuno blinked at him uncertainly. She didn't want Ryoma to get a wrong impression of her being mad.
"No, no, no!!" she replied hastily.
"But you were frowning just now" he decided.
This time Sakuno dare not look at him. Like what others always said; her expression is too transparent; like reading an open book.
"I'm not mad at you…just…just…nothing" she said softly at last. There's no way she would tell Ryoma what she wants. It's really embarrassing, for a girl to ask for a kiss.
"So, you're not telling me?" he asked again "Or shall I tell you?"
"Huh?" her eyes widen when Ryoma gently took her hands and his eyes searching her face.
"I've never said this to you before, my feelings for you" he said in a small voice; as he once again rested his forehead against hers.
"Ryoma-kun?" her heart is thudding crazily at her ribs. She doesn't know what Ryoma would say to her, the feel of his warm forehead makes her speechless.
Even though you were often scowling
You were always by my side
Among my feelings
You became treasured
"Sakuno, I like you" he confessed blatantly.
"You do?" couldn't hold her curiosity; Sakuno asked directly.
"Then what makes you think I'm not?" he raised his brows; his feline eyes pierced into hers.
"Because…you're always being mean to me…" she stammered softly.
"That's because you're always too mellow; other guys take advantage of you; you're not aware. I'm your boyfriend; I have the right to be mad. It's not that I like it. Just say that I'm being protective rather than being mean" he defended.
"Today; you seem okay. There were few times when I tried to hug you; you flinched" he continued. "Though you never complained; I thought you wouldn't like it afterall"
"Because Ryoma-kun is doing this in front of many people and that's really embarrassing" she replied bashfully with Ryoma's forehead still resting against hers.
"Why is it embarrassing since we are couple?" he arced a brow.
"Even you said so; I can't help it myself" she muttered shyly at last.
"But I didn't see you blushed when Atobe did that to you" with that said, he moved away from her and held her at arm's length. His perplexed eyes gazed at her with a touch of uncertain melancholy.
I realized who my beloved was
More and more I felt in love
Gradually, finally, you're the only one
Always call me, because I will believe in you
Looking into your eyes
Sakuno couldn't believe of what she heard. Ryoma is bringing up the topic again. She remembered what Tomoka said about Ryoma being jealous. If she chooses to keep quiet; there would be another repeat incident of the past.
Her instinct is telling her that she ought to be frank with him. She has to do it now or it means that their relationship would be over.
"Ryoma-kun; my blood would not rush when it comes to facing someone whom I don't have any feelings with"
"Ryoma-kun is different…" she kept her eyes closed as she confessed. She was almost unaware of putting a hand to the side of his bowed head, her fingers stroking the dark hair above his ear "…I cannot get myself to act normal whenever I'm with you"
"When Tomoka told me that our relationship did not progress well, I fear that I might lose you forever…Ryoma-kun. I want to protect his relationship even if this means a long distance one"
"Sakuno…" he never thought he would hear these words from Sakuno but part of him feels the joy when he sees the new side of her.
"I really hope that we could share some unforgettable memories before you leave" with that said; she tightened her grip on the bag she's been holding. It helps to ease her tension.
"I never said this to you because I'm always too shy to speak out. And I know if I don't say this to you now; perhaps I won't be able to say it to you again"
"I really like you, Ryoma-kun" She flashed a genuine smile at Ryoma when she confessed "Ryoma-kun dake…"
Your courage, your kindness
Look, I'm sure this is it
Receive these overflowing tears
"…" There was a pregnant pause before Ryoma could find himself talking again. His gaze diverted back to her and he looks determined.
"Sakuno…" he gazed at her ardently "…let me kiss you"
The water, the wind, the sun, the earth
The moon, the stars, I'd give them all to you
"Now?" She exclaimed with astonishment. "But…but…we're in the middle of the street…" she muttered shyly at last.
"No…" she shook her head frantically "I'm…I'm not ready…"
She was able to break free from Ryoma's grip for the moment when she refused to be kissed. Though her heart lurched wildly and she felt suddenly as if everything she ever wanted to happen is about to happen; she's still too shy to be kissed by her boyfriend in the middle of a public street.
"Heh? You're escaping from me again…" The corner of his mouth curled up with mischief upon seeing is girlfriend's frantic expression. He purposefully let go of her so that he could tease her more. He knew that she would try to escape from him. He wanted to get a feel of seizing her into his arms once again.
You're brave, you're amazing
Here, now, gently surfacing
Receive these overflowing feelings
Just when Sakuno was a few steps away from him, he pulled her back to his arms and without a word; he brought his mouth down gently over hers, parting her lips with the fierceness of his kiss, drawing every once of resistance from her.
Sakuno's eyes widen. It was a delicate moment of suspense and thrill when she felt his soft lips nibbling against hers. A moment later she closes her eyes to savor the experience of her real first kiss.
Her pulses were pounding wildly and her heart seemed to have gone completely out of control, thudding crazily at her ribs and making her even more breathless.
Her feet tilted up as to comply with the prince's height while he drew her closer to him, holding her so close that she felt every muscle straining her to him.
To you I give the future
Look, here, it's sparkling
Surrounded completely by feelings, you're the only one
That was her first kiss she thought happily. It needs no handbooks nor any excuses to make up one. It just comes naturally.
Omake 1
Sakuno: Ne, Ryoma-kun…why the street suddenly seems too quiet.
Ryoma: I have no idea…
Road Sign: No entry. Repair in progress – Atobe Corporation.
Atobe: Why does this 'Ore-sama' have to do such trivial things, na Kabaji?
Kabaji: Usu!!
Oshitari: Osakada-san said that you were the one who caused the problem first.
Omake 2
Ryoma: Sakuno. I heard from your grand-mother that a guy called. I'm not being jealous or what, just asked out of curiosity.
Sakuno: Oh, that was Tomoka's younger brother. He said that she wants to meet me t the park. And I got this from her. These are the souvenirs from Katsuo-kun and Kachiro-kun.
Ryoma: I'm being tricked. She got everything beyond her control.
TBC...
AN: Hoi, hoi!! It's done!! Yatta!! Hm, another chapter is down. At first mi-chan planned to make this the final chapter, but I don't kinda like the ending.
I'm currently doing an 'Applelogue' I want to make a dramatic/comedic/romantic ending. So minna-san, please support me till the end, ne…
Also, I must apologize if I made Ryoma's Character a little OOC. I'm actually having hard time to portray Ryoma's character as an adult.
Dedication: animegal.zeronine, animelover11368, lilaznbunny, kawaiikireitenshi, Second Storey Stairway, Dita5000, Forever Dreamin, reader713, Theresa, Karis Lee, Not Telling, NeverxAlone, animeandmangaaddict, mALdiTa's Kiss, sakunofan14, Arhdni, midnightblue08 and all RyoSaku fans.
Special Dedication: Tsubame-chan, Angel, Chibi-Kari, Jomai, Arenja, Car2nfreak
To Tsubame-chan: Hiya, mi-chan is back again. And glad to know that you're doin well. Please check your email if you've got time. No worries, mi-chan will be patience to wait for your reply, so please take it easy okay
To Angel: Yes!! Tadaima (Huggz) My Angel-chan is by my side again (tears) Sorry for keeping you waiting. Eto, I was too concentrated with the RyoSaku interaction. I hope in next chapter I can get more players to be involved in the scene. Mi-chan has another mischievous idea.
To All: Thanks for the support and encouragement. Mi-chan will get back to normal pace ASAP. Oh, provided 1) my PC is okay 2) Mommy doesn't ground me from staying in front of computer 3) Pay the LAN connection bills P
Dewa gokigenyo….
mi-chan yori
Translation:
Hitotsu dake: The only one.
Dake: Only.
San paku gan (flash white eyes): Refers to arrogant people who look down on others.