Chapter 2: The Mind Within the Heart

After the decision was made that Kula would be an added resident to K's new apartment, K' decided that Kula needed to rest. Kula really wasn't that tired…Or so she said, but once K' picked her up and laid her on his bed, she was out cold. K' chuckled a bit under his breath and began to walk to the door of his room. He took one last look at her to make sure she was sleeping comfortably, and once he saw her face light up the way it did when she ate cake, he turned back around and shut the door.

K' walked to his living room and sat down on the couch. He wasn't nearly tired enough to attempt sleep. He was far too entrapped in his thoughts about the girl to even consider it. What was he going to do with her? Obviously Kula was targeted by someone. A house doesn't just burst into flames without any warning. He knew she wasn't dumb enough to leave a stove on or do anything else that might cause an accidental fire. But who would be targeting her? She's never really made any enemies. K' didn't even think it was possible for her to. Kula was too…Nice…In a way, to make enemies. Even the people who DIDN'T like her wouldn't do something so drastic as to kill her. It didn't really add up. He was missing something, he was sure of it.

K' got up and walked to the kitchen. He went to the fridge and opened the door, knowing not much would be in there. He went through the contents within trying to find anything that might calm him down even the slightest bit. Then he remembered that he had some whisky that he "accidently" took from Maxima's liquor cabinet before he left. He shut the fridge then opened the cabinet right above it. He reached his hand in and pulled out a bottle of some King brand Whisky ((Sorry. I couldn't think of a better name so…)) then went to grab a cup with some ice. He poured the drink in the small glass and sat back down on the couch. He stared at the cup and took a sip. It was pretty good, actually. He drank some more until his glass was empty.

K' was starting to feel buzzed. His mind went back to Kula, and he began to grow more and more irritated. Why the fuck…Did I tell her she could stay here. I could have just taken her back to the house with Whip and Maxima. Then I wouldn't have to deal with her stupidities and I could just go on with life, not worrying about anyone but myself. UGH! Now I'm stuck with the little brat. Damn it. I only have one bed. And she's using it. She probably feels really warm in MY bed. I bet she's having the best sleep of her life. Her life…Hmm…WHO THE FUCK WOULD BE STUPID ENOUGH TO TRY AND TAKE HER AWAY FROM ME!!! WHY THE FUCK DO I CARE!!! I want more Whisky…K' got up and wobbled back to the kitchen. He poured more whisky then decided to take the bottle with him.

K' was getting more and more lost in his thoughts when, before he knew it, he finished the whole bottle of whisky. He was feeling really dizzy and just wanted to lie down. He lied on the couch and went back to his thoughts on Kula. I wonder when she became so…Developed. I never really noticed just how well "rounded" she was until now. Then again I've never seen her in such attire…Or the lack there of. Has she always had a body that sexy?? Have I always been this much of a perv?? Well you can't really blame me…I SAVED HER LIFE!! I DESERVED SOME KIND OF REWARD RIGHT?? Reward?? Now I consider seeing Kula close to naked a reward??? SHE'S 18!!! Kami doesn't that make me a real pervert? Well she is legal so I guess it's okay…IT'S NOT OKAY I'VE KNOWN HER SINCE SHE WAS 14!! FUCK!! Hmm…I've known her for that long? She really has grown. She's matured quite a bit too. BESIDES her body…But that's the best part I'll admit…Ugh………Why do I keep thinking of her like that. Aren't men supposed to RESPECT women?? But it's not like I'm like this with everyone. Just her…Why is that..? I couldn't possibly lo…

K' fell asleep on the couch. The whisky finally took full effect and he passed out. It didn't last long though. 30 minutes went by with peaceful slumber then the other effect of having too much to drink arose. He had to pee. K' got up and walked to the restroom. Or tried. He had trouble finding it in his new place since he wasn't used to it. When he finally DID make it, he drained himself of all the toxins and stumbled back to his room. K' walked to his bed and attempted to lie down but missed the first time. He hit the floor with a loud bang. He crawled on the bed and fell asleep, his arms tightly wrapped around the very soft and heavenly scented pillow. For some reason…He dreamt of her. Just him and her together living in peace.

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Kula had woken up from the sound of a bang. It scared the death out of her! She jumped up, turned her head towards the sound, then saw K' crawling up to the bed. She blushed heavily. When he finally made it up there she didn't know what to do! She was freaking out on the inside. The person she was just dreaming about was right next her, attempting to sleep she guessed. Then all of a sudden, K' wrapped his arms around her and brought her tightly to his body. There was absolutely no space between them anymore. Kula's heart exploded with feelings and began to beat faster than it ever has before. She was in heaven!! She wanted nothing more than to stop time. This was by far the best night of her life. Kula felt so safe and warm in his arms she never wanted him to let go. Though she knew he probably wasn't doing this on purpose. K' wasn't the type of person to just out right hold someone for no reason.

Kula calmed herself down as best as she could. She felt his hot breath on the back of her neck, and it made every hair on her body stand up. She shuddered when he sighed heavily and breathed her in. That's when she smelt it. The smell of some kind of alcohol. This made her feelings cool down a lot. He's drunk…I knew he wasn't doing this because he suddenly decided that he had feelings for me, but I didn't think he was drunk!! He probably thinks I'm a pillow!! ((Which is true lol)) Or even worse!! Someone else…Kami this sucks…I still don't want him to let go…What should I do…

Kula tried to blink out the tears that were forming but it was inevitable. Slowly one tear ran down her face, then another, and soon she was letting tiny streams of tears run down her cheeks to her chin. She silently cried then fell asleep soon after, continuing to dream of the man she longed for.

The next morning, Kula woke up to a strangely pleasant feeling. For some reason it felt as if her breast was being massaged. She made a tiny moan and slowly opened her eyes. She looked down to see what the sensation was then her eyes grew big. Kula yelled at the top of her lungs and ripped herself free from the clutches of K's (warm) embrace.

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K' woke up very angrily and began to shout, "WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU YELLING IN MY EAR FOR WOMAN!!! I'M TRYING TO SLEEP SO SHUT UP AND GET OUT OF MY..!" Then it hit him. He was in his room, in his bed, next to Kula. NOT In the living room, on the couch, next to the bottle of whisky. Another realization. He drank too much…Then passed out…Then got up to pee then...Fuck…What the hell did I just do…K' began to panic. He jumped out of the bed and yelled, "I'M SORRY!!!" then he ran to the bedroom door, or attempted to, but stumbled, still a bit woozy from the night before. He had a splitting head ache and couldn't even open a door correctly. When he finally got it open, K' had the urge to puke, so he ran to the bathroom instead. He sat down in front of the toilet, expecting the worse, then let out a rather large belch. His urge went away but his head ache still remained. He lied on the floor of the bathroom and tried to collect his thoughts. Kula walked up to him slowly, covering herself with the blankets, and looked at him with the endless depth of her beautiful, ruby eyes filled with concern. "Are…Are you alright K'-kun..?"

He couldn't believe himself. Not only did he end up getting plastered, but he jumped in bed with Kula, AND yelled at HER for being there in the first place. He vaguely remembered holding a pillow tightly to him last night which he was willing to bet was Kula. She probably didn't even realize until this morning and that's why she screamed…He really messed things up for himself this time. He looked up at her and his eyes softened a bit. She was still concerned about his well being even though it was CLEAR that she was embarrassed by the way her face was flushed. Kami…He felt like the scum of the earth. He let his emotions get the better of him last night…Ugh…I doubt she trusts me anymore, though I couldn't blame her.

K' turned his head away from Kula, and quietly spoke again. "I'm really sorry…I…Guess I let my mind wander too far and ended up drinking more than I should have…" He felt Kula's aura grow sad. He hated it. This seriously SUCKED. The ONE girl he didn't want to hurt in ANY way was violated by his drunken self. "Look…I've been rethinking what I said last night. Maybe you should move back in with Whip and Maxima…It would certainly prevent any repeats of last night from happening and they could probably provide you with more than I can at the moment…" K' felt her aura get even sadder. He stood himself up then looked at Kula's eyes. She looked hurt...He didn't understand why though! Kula turned away and went back to his bed, then laid down, her back facing him. K' walked slowly over to her and sat on the bed. Kula then softly spoke, "I'll get a job…If that helps…I was already looking for one…Don't kick me out K'…Please…"

NEVER had K' heard THIS girl say HIS name like THAT. She turned to face him, her eyes were watering, though she was holding them back as much as possible. COULD I FEEL LIKE ANYMORE OF A JERK?! DAMN IT! I FUCKING INVITE MYSELF TO SHARE A BED WITH HER AND DECIDE TO USE HER AS A PILLOW, YET SHE STILL WANTS TO STAY HERE RATHER THAN GO BACK TO WHIP. WHAT THE FUCK SHOULD I DO!!! K' was silent for a little while, trying to figure out what to say to this girl. Kula put her head down, then he finally spoke. "I wasn't…Trying to kick you out or anything. I enjoy your company. More than most at least. I just don't want to wind up doing anything else to you like last night. It's been less than a day and I already violated your personal space. You don't have to leave, I won't force you to. Nor will I force you to get a job. I'd rather you didn't have one. But just remember you don't have to live here…" Kula smiled and looked up at K'. "I know…" Then she began to blush and look down again. "I want to…" She spoke so quietly that he almost missed it.

K' didn't know what to say honestly. He was even more confused than before. This girl would lead him from one conclusion to another within a matter of minutes. First he thought she didn't mind him, then he thought disliked him, now he doesn't know what to think. K' got up from the bed then went to his closet and grabbed a black t-shirt and a pair of jeans from the box within. He threw it at Kula then stated, "You seriously need some clothes if you want to stay here. Put that on, we're going shopping. Hurry up." Kula blushed at his statement and hurriedly went to his bathroom to change. K' picked out a white t-shirt and a pair of black jeans for himself, and went to his living room to change.

When K' came back in, Kula was already changed and out of the bathroom. The clothes made her look like a 15 year old again, they were loose to the point where it looked as though she had no curves at all. Mission accomplished. He smiled inwardly then put his sunglasses on. He looked at Kula and smirked, "First lets go see Whip. You need shoes to go out. Besides, I'm sure she would love to know about our current situation." He walked to the door then turned his head toward Kula. "Come on. Let's go." He opened the door and stepped outside, Kula following behind him. K' shut the door then locked it up and walked to Maxima's truck ((He never got to return it. Maxima had today off anyway lol)). Kula hopped in the passenger seat and K' began to drive to the old house. This was going to be interesting.

Authors Note: I hope you liked the drop of lemon lol. I debated about it then decided it would make for more interesting story. Ha. CONTINUE REVIEWING. Kula still needs a job by the way. Please help. Thanks for the reviews so far.