Later that day after school I decided to go visit Kisa. She's my best friend, next to Momiji of course. Even though she's only twelve she's super easy to talk to and is really caring. She's like the little sister I've always wanted.
When I arrived at her house I noticed that Hiro was there also. I hated having to get in the way of his Kisa time, but I think my Kisa time is just a wee bit more important at the moment. When I knocked on the door she opened it smiling widely, "Akemi-nee! What are you doing here?"
"I came to see if we could hang out for a little…alone…" I saw Hiro glare at me from behind Kisa.
"If you haven't noticed Akemi, Kisa and I are already busy, or are you wrapped up in your own little world to even care?" He snapped at me.
"Hiro-chan… That's not nice…" Kisa sighed.
"No, it's ok Kisa. He's right anyways, I am too wrapped up in my own little world to care that you guys were already hanging out, but I really need to talk to you. I promise it won't be for too long and then you can come back Hiro. But something I'm really upset about has happened and I need to talk to someone." I explained. He gave me a shocked look, I don't think he's used to people actually agreeing with his snide remarks, and usually I don't, but right now, it was kind of true.
"Fine… I'm only giving you an hour though." He said as he walked out of her room and I entered.
When I got into her room I sat down on the floor and hugged my knees to my chest. I really couldn't figure out which thing was bothering me more, the fact that I had that dream last night, or the fact that I couldn't figure out why Momiji was blushing and denied it… He's never really kept anything from me before, not even the curse.
"So what's the problem Onee-chan?" Kisa sat down in front of me cross legged.
"Well… The first thing is that…Well… I had that dream again…"
"Neh? Which dream would that be?" she looked at me with confused eyes.
"You know… The dream… The one about four years ago…"
"Oh… That one… Do you have any idea why you would be having that dream?"
"No, I haven't had it for three years Kisa. It just doesn't make any sense!" I raised my voice in frustration.
"Hm… I'm really sorry Akemi… Maybe it's because… You feel so guilty about not telling Momiji and it's finally getting to you."
"After three years? I doubt that… But speaking of Momiji there is a second thing that's bothering me… He was blushing today and completely denied it." I frowned.
"Well what happened before he blushed?"
"Uhm… I grabbed his hand and pulled him off to class because I didn't want to be late and people were asking too many questions."
Kisa giggled.
"What's so funny?"
"You silly nee-chan, Momiji blushed because you grabbed his hand. He likes you after all." She smiled sweetly.
"W-what? No he doesn't! We're just friends! FRIENDS! Besties till the end! Nothing more!" I flushed a bright cherry color.
"Oh! Since you're blushing now does that mean you like him too?" He eyes filled with excitement.
"No! I don't like Momiji! I told you we're just friends! We have been for five years…"
"Well maybe feelings are starting to get a little more than just friends for Momiji. But then again I could be wrong. It's not like I know that much about boys anyways. You should try talking to someone else like Tohru, or Rin." She suggested.
"N-no… That's too embarrassing… And Tohru's even more oblivious than you are. You've seen the way Kyo acts around her and she still hasn't noticed that he likes her… Well… Maybe I will talk to Rin. I don't know… We'll see." I sighed, "Well I think I'm gonna go. Our hour is almost up anyways. Have fun with Hiro-kun." I smiled.
"I always do." She waved me off and I started walking around the estate. It really was beautiful around here. All the plants with their flowers in bloom, and the small animals curled up for their afternoon naps.
Pretty soon I started to think I little more about Momiji. Did he like me? And if he did… Did I like him back? I mean… He's my best friend, I never even gave a thought to having a crush on him, but maybe I was just being naïve. I mean, he would kinda be the perfect boy friend for me. He's sweet, carrying; he's always been there for me. He can match my energy and keep me from bloody well murdering someone when I'm in a bad mood. I-I think I've even caught myself wanting him to kiss my lips instead of my cheek .. How embarrassing!
When I finally got home it was about six o'clock and mum and dad were just sitting down to dinner.
"Are you hungry Akemi? I made your favorite onigiri." Mom smiled at me.
"No thank you. I'll probably eat later. I think I'm actually gonna go take a nap. I'm really tired since I didn't get much sleep last night." I answered quietly.
"Ok, sleep well." I heard her call to me as I slid my door shut.
