KIA12: I am SO sorry this is so late! I have this major science fair project due in 9 days and so far, I'm FREAKING OUT! Ok. I need to chill and calm down. *starts meditating* THIS ISN'T WORKING!
Aurora: O.O...Uhhh. I'm so sorry about her. Let's just start this chapter before she destroys the whole world.
KIA12: HEY! I won't destroy the whole world. Just a majority of it...
Aurora: Whatever you say. Anyway...
Aurora (DISCLAIMER): KazarinaIceAngel12 does not, has not, and will not own Beyblade Metal Fusion/Masters/Fury. She only owns me and a few other characters.
KIA12: Enjoy! Please excuse any mistakes you may find.
Toby's POV
Under the pale light of the moon, I held her securely in my embrace, as if she'll disappear once again if I let her go. After a while, I released her, gazing into her eyes. I gripped her arms tightly, but not enough to hurt her. I snapped out of my trance when I heard a soft, melodious giggle.
"I missed you, Toby," she whispered, quietly. I shook my head, tears of happiness threatening to fall. I pulled her closer and pressed her body against mine as she gasped.
"T-Toby?" I smirked, hearing her stutter my name, nervously. After a few seconds, I felt her relax and sigh contently before leaning into my touch. I looked down to see soft tears streak down her porcelain cheeks. Worried, I released her before reaching up to gently wipe the tears away.
"Aurora?" I asked, concerned.
She tried to stop the tears, but they just kept coming. Eventually, she gave up and just cried into my chest while I held her close. Her body trembled with every drop that flowed. Seeing her like that, my heart broke. Soothingly, I ran my hand through her hair until she calmed down.
"Shhh. It's alright. Don't cry," I whispered in her ear.
"T-Toby, I-I missed you. I-I'm so sorry I l-left. I-It hurt not seeing y-you," she choked out, tearfully.
"Aurora, it's alright. Don't worry. However, I do have something to say," I prepared myself to say the three words I have never said to anyone outside my family, but then decided that actions spoke louder than words…..
"What is it?" she looked up at me as the moonlight reflected off her tear-filled eyes, making them sparkle even more. Shaking my head, I swiftly, but gently, pushed her down to the grass as I hovered above her. (A/N This will NOT turn M rated so for those of you with sick minds, sorry to disappoint you.)
"T-Toby?" it was so cute watching her blush. Pinning her wrists down to either sides of her head, I silently leaned down and brushed my lips against hers before kissing her fully, tasting strawberries and sakuras. It was peculiar considering she was a mermaid, but I couldn't care right now. Immediately, I felt her respond as a spark jumped between us. At once, everything felt right.
Aurora's POV
My heart soared as Toby kissed me. I knew I shouldn't be doing this, seeing we're from two different worlds, but everything went out the window as soon as his lips touched mine. Everything in the world disappeared as it felt right. We pulled apart after a minute, breathing hard and breathless.
"I'm guessing you have the same feelings for me as I do for you?" Toby gave me a sweet smile, making me melt.
Tilting my head up, I claimed his lips once again as we both smiled. I felt him lick my bottom lip, asking for entrance. Deciding to tease him for a bit, I refused. However, he caught onto my little act as I felt his smile turn into a smirk. Feeling him nibble on my bottom lip, I gasped, gaining him access. Realizing my mistake when I felt his tongue slipped through the entrance, my eyes shot open, but fluttered shut as I felt him explore the depths of my mouth. I willingly gave him dominance over me as I crumbled under his gentle touch. However, when the need for air became mandatory, we separated, panting.
"Did that answer your question?" I giggled, but smiled nonetheless.
Toby laughed before releasing his grip and standing up, grabbing a hold of my right wrist. He gently pulled my body up into a sitting position before taking a seat beside me against the tree. Feeling him pull me onto his lap, I rested my head in the crook of his neck and breathed in his scent as he leaned against the trunk of the sakura tree.
"Aurora, why didn't you come back earlier?" I looked up into Toby's piercing blue eyes that were filled with passion and love, but sadness as well. Immediately, I felt guilty and looked away.
"My kingdom needed me, and my father would've objected to my decision if I asked so soon. I'm so sorry. I understand if you hate me," my eyes filled with tears as I waited for his response, anticipating and preparing for the worst.
Silence hung over us for a few seconds before a few drops of tears flowed down my cheeks in a steady stream. Suddenly, I felt a hand slowly wipe the droplets away, stains replacing where the salty liquid was moments ago. I glanced up at Toby and leaned into his touch as I heard his voice in my ear.
"Are you kidding? I could never hate you," he whispered, lovingly, making me blush. I felt his arms wrap around my waist as his hand moved up to stroke my hair. Closing my eyes and just enjoying the feeling, I sighed.
"How did you manage to convince your father to give you permission to come up here anyway?" Toby asked, curious.
"It wasn't me. It was my mother," seeing his surprised and confused look, I gave him a caring smile before recalling the tale.
*Flashback*
When I bid Echo farewell for the night, I raced to the throne room to see my parents, hoping they won't reject my request. As I burst into the room, out of breath, I saw my parents jump at the commotion, but relaxed when they realized it was just their daughter. I quickly approached them as they smiled at me.
"Hello, Sweetie. Is there something you need?" my mother asked.
"Mother, Father, I know you'll probably object to this, but please, just hear me out," I pleaded before explaining what happened up on the surface, once again leaving out certain details. When I finished, the question slipped out of my mouth faster than lightning.
"I want to go up and see him again!" I cried at last, dreading their response.
My parents were silent with an unreadable expression on their faces. It took a while for either of them to say anything, and when they did, my heart sunk.
"No," my father stated simply.
"But Father-!" my father cut me off before I could argue any farther.
"I don't want to hear about it. Even though my opinion about those humans have slightly changed, some are still dangerous. My decision stands," he said in a firm voice.
"But Father, I love him," I said, almost inaudible.
"End of discussion. Now-," a voice interrupted my father.
"Kai, I think we should let her go," my mother said, taking my side.
"WHAT!?" Father yelled in surprise.
"I believe a change is good for her, and this Toby seems like a nice boy. He might just make her happy," my mother looked at me with soft eyes as a smile lit up my face.
"Shannon-," he started, but didn't get a chance to finish.
"She's all grown up now, Kai. It's time she escapes this realm for a world above the water. Then maybe, just maybe, our two worlds may reunite in harmony once again like it was years ago during our ancestors reign," Mother said.
"….," Father was silent, worrying me.
"Please, Father?" I pleaded.
"….Alright. As long as you're happy, I'll be willing to let you go. However, promise me you'll stay safe," Father sighed, giving in before giving me a smile.
"I promise! Oh, thank you, Father!" I cried in joy, swimming up and throwing my arms around him in a hug.
"Thank you so much, Mother!" I hugged my mother as well, grateful she managed to convince my father to let me go.
"You're welcome, dear. Now go. I think you kept him waiting long enough," my mother smiled as I nodded. I waved goodbye before leaving the throne room and exiting the castle with a bright smile on my face. As I swam up to the surface where the moonlight peeked in, he was on my mind.
*Flashback Ends*
Just as I finished, I yawned lightly, my eyes fluttering close. I felt Toby tighten his grip slightly around me as I positioned my head in the crook of his neck. Before I knew it, I fell asleep. However, I heard him whisper one thing and managed to reply before my vision went dark.
"I love you, Aurora,"
"I love you too, Toby,"
KIA12: Well, that was a fail of a chapter. Let me know what you thought cause honestly, I think I failed at the sappy, romance scene. Oh well. Till next time, KIA12 out!