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Drabble 32: A Magnolia because I want to Persevere (Hopefully, with you)

Part One

Kaoru took a deep breath as he stood in front of the Higurashi family home. Obtaining the address was easy. Summoning the courage to approach was hard. Before he raised his hand to knock, the door abruptly opened. The woman in the entrance wore a familiar face with chocolate eyes and a bright smile.

"Hello. May I help you?"

Kaoru gulped. "Yeah. I'm looking for Kagome-san."

"If anyone stopped by, I'm supposed to say she's not here," she answered.

Before Kaoru left, she added, "She's over by that big tree. My daughter's headstrong, but don't let her get you down."

Part Two

Kaoru slowly approached the large tree. It wasn't nearly as imposing as the girl sitting amongst its roots.

"I know you're there."

Kaoru stiffened when Kagome turned to face him, a crooked grin on her face.

"Join me?"

Kaoru nodded and sat next her, holding his breath. He didn't trust himself to speak without his voice cracking. He jumped when Kagome groaned.

"You okay?" he asked, panicked.

"I don't understand you," she stated, her tone wistful, "I tried to figure out what you want, but I can't."

Kagome turned to him, hopeful. "Is a hint too much to ask for?"

Part Three

"Well, no," Kaoru answered, nervously running his hands though his hair.

"I'm really sorry," he continued, "I didn't mean for it to go this far. I guess I don't understand you either."

Kagome shook her head. "It only went so far because I played along."

"I know, but I feel like I forced your hand." Kaoru hastily added. "Sorry about Renge too."

"She was forceful, but her help wasn't unwelcomed. So about that hint?"

Kaoru shakily reached into his jacket and retrieved his token. The magnolia was smooshed and partially wilted but passable.

"What I want is...to try...us."

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punkish furball – I could have put a fourth part, but I didn't! (^_−) But, just because he finally came completely clean, doesn't mean Kaoru's gonna have it easy. Until next time, TCB! XD

Word Count:

Per part – 100

Total – 300

(edited 10/20/2013)