Author's Note: Well, here is chapter 4. Sana is 2 months now. and like i said, shes not going to be pregnant very long in this story.
Disclaimer: I do NOT own Kodocha!
Summary: It's been a couple weeks since Akito returned from America. But now, there's a problem: Sana is pregnant. And they're only 15!! What will they do now?? This story is based off of the manga more than the anime, because I like the manga better. Lol. Hope you enjoy. Please review. Tell me if you like!
Chapter 4: Birthday Present
"Thoughts"
"Talking"
Sana was now 2 months along, and people could slightly tell she was pregnant. She was very skinny, so it didn't take long for the baby bump to start showing. She had been seeing the doctors alot, and put up with normal pregnancy things. It seemed that nobody would leave Sana or Akito alone. Whether it was TV reporters, or classmates at school. And now, it seemed that they couldn't trust anybody. They're close friends which were mainly Fuka,Tsuyoshi, and Aya were also acting strange around them. That fact hit Sana really hard. She hoped at least their closest friends would support them. The thing that irritated Akito the most was the TV reporters. Everytime they walked home, someone would come up wanting an interview, or something. And speak of the devil, here came more reporters.
"Ugh.. here we go again." "Hey, Sana! Can we get an interview with you?"
"Uh, not today guys. I have to be somewhere soon."
"What? Doctors appointment? Baby store??" The cameras were also flashing well. Akito's temper started to flair. He knew Sana was getting uncomfortable, and he needed to get her away.
"AHH! I'VE HAD IT! WILL YOU GUYS LEAVE HER ALONE!"
"Ah, the father of the baby! Talk to us! What's your feelings about all this??" Apparently, Akito hadn't gotten through to anyone. This is the first time ever he wished Rei was with them right now. "Aha.." he got an idea. "Hey, Sana."He whispered in her ear.
"Yes."
"Do you still have your burutcha?"
"Yes, actually I do. Why?" Akito whispered even quieter. "Buzz Rei. He can get us out of here." There was no way for them to get out. Everywhere they turned around, another camera was flashed, or a person was questioning.
"Ahh, okay! One second." She pulled out her burutcha and pressed the button that went straight to Rei.
Rei was sitting in his car not too far away from them, drinking some coffee, when his burutcha went off. Him and the car started to shake, and the coffee got all over his face. "Ahh, must be Sana!" And he pressed down on the gas pedal, and sped off. When he saw the big circle of people, he knew where Sana was. He got out of the car, and shoved his way through the crowd to get to Sana and Akito. "Sana! Over here!" Sana and Akito looked his way and shoved there way through, but it was no use. They could not get through. Sana started to get dizzy by all the flashing lights. She stumbled, and that's when Akito had had enough. He grabbed ahold of Sana and this time, punched his way through. He was a Karate black belt, so nobody could defend themselves. He didn't hurt them, but just had enough force to get to Rei. Once they managed to get to Rei, they ran towards the car. But the TV reporters hadn't given up. They ran after them. "Wait, Sana! Come back! You didn't answer our questions!"
"Rei, please, step on it!" Rei didn't have to be told twice, and they were outta there. While Rei was driving he asked "Sana, are you okay?" She was slightly pale, and couldn't keep her eyes open. Akito noticed this and put his arm around her, and she fell asleep. "Sigh. This is just the beginning. I don't know how much more of this Sana can take. I have to protect her."
About a week had passed since the incident with the reporters. After that, people still bothered them, but outside of school, Sana had Rei around her at all times, and Akito would just punch them if they got too close to Sana. And today is October 12, Akito's birthday. Sana was sleeping away, until she heard her dancing pig alarm clock going off, but she decided to ignore it as usual. "Sana! Wake up!" Misako came into her room with her little toy hammer, ready to whack Sana on the head if need be. Sana groggily got up. "Mama, it's Sunday."
"Sana, did you forget. You have an ultrasound today. And we have to be there in.." Misako looked at her watch. "30 minutes, so get moving." Sana got up quickly and started to get dressed, but she remembered something else. "Ahh! It's Akito's birthday!! I gotta call him!" She ran for the phone and dialed his number.
"Hello?"
"Hey, Akito! Happy Birthday!"
"Ah, so you remembered. I could've sworn you had forgotten."
"Now why would I do that?? Anyways, I know it's your birthday and all, but I have an ultrasound today. Would you like to come along?"
"I can't Sana. Me, Dad, and Natsumi are going to the cemetery. Remember, every year on my birthday we go visit my mothers grave."
"Oh, yeah. That's right. When are you going? I'd love to go with you."
"We're leaving right now."
"Oh, okay. Guess I can't go then. I'm leaving for the doctor's appointment now." Sana really wanted to go with him, but she couldn't so she had to think of something to make up for it. Then she thought of something. "Akito, I'll tell you what? I'll come by your house in a couple hours. I have a present for you.
"A present?"
"Yeah, so be home by then, okay?"
"Uh, okay. Well I gotta go. Bye.
"Okay, bye!" And they both hung up the phones. Sana had come up with the perfect birthday present. "Oh, I can't wait to get to my appointment now!" She ran down the stairs and met her mother in the kitchen. "Mama, let's go! Let's go!" Misako was pouring some tea in a cup. "My, my Sana. You sure are excited."
"Yes, I am. Now, let's go!" Misako finished her tea, and they walked out the door for the Doctor's Office.
They got to the Doctor's office and waited for the nurse to call Sana's name. Sana was slightly excited and nervous too. This was her first ultrasound, and she was never too comfortable with doctors. Luckily, the doctor was a woman. She was excited though, because afterwards, she was going to surprise Akito with her present. "Sana Kurata." Sana swallowed and walked in with her mother following her. The ultrasound technician had Sana lie on the table, and lifted her shirt up. She was two months pregnant, so her stomach wasn't too big. The woman put some cold gel on her stomach, took the tool, and rolled it on her lower stomach. Misako was beside her, and was staring at the screen. Misako had never been pregnant, so she was quite excited to experience this. It didn't take too long for the picture to pop up on the screen. The woman smiled, and pointed at the screen. "See right there?" Sana lifted her head up and looked at the screen. "There's your baby." The picture was obviously small, but Sana could definitely see. Before she knew it, tears were streaming from her face, and she whispered "My baby. That's my baby." The technician started pointing at different spots of the picture. "See. There's it's head, and there's two arms.." Sana just couldn't stop smiling. "I can't wait til Akito see's this."
Meanwhile, Akito's family went to Koharu's grave as planned. But, Akito really wanted Sana to go with him. "I wanted us to both tell my mother about the baby and stuff. But, I guess not this time. I can though." And that's what he did, he silently talked to the grave, and told his mother everything. And suddenly, Akito thought of something. It started to worry him too. "Now that I think about it, 16 years ago, my mother died, giving birth to me. That doesn't happen to every woman, right? Right. But, what if that happens to Sana? What if she dies giving birth to my child? No, that won't happen. It can't. Sana is a strong girl. From what Dad told me, my mother just wasn't as healthy, but things happen. No, I can't think that way. Sana will be alright." With that thought in mind, he calmed down, and continued to silently talk to his mother. "Mom, please, if you're really listening, watch over Sana. Keep her safe. Be her guardian angel. Just like you are for me." It seemed to go by quick, but really he was silently talking for a very long time. "Akito." Akito opened his eyes and looked at his father. "It's time to go now." Akito nodded and stood up. As they walked away, Akito turned around and looked at the grave. "Don't worry, Mom. I'll bring Sana next time, and by then, you can meet the baby too. I look forward to it." Akito slightly smiled and they walked out of the cemetery. When they got home, Natsumi went into the kitchen to make lunch, and Mr. Hayama sat down at the dinner table. Akito just went up to his room and now awaiting for Sana's arrival. "I wonder what my present will be? Sana seemed really excited about it. I wonder how the ultrasound is going? I really wanted to go with her, but maybe next time." The doorbell rang, and Akito ran downstairs to the door. There stood Sana. She had a huge smile on her face. "Hey, Sana." She walked in the door and gave him a huge hug. "Happy Birthday, Akito."
"Thanks. So, where's my present?" Sana just smiled even brighter. "Well.." She had a look that was innocently saying "I don't have it." Akito started to look disappointed. "You forgot?" Sana then put her hand in her pocket and pulled out a few photographs. "No, silly. I didn't forget. Here, take a look." Akito took the photographs, at first confused. "What is.." He paused and looked at them. He became speechless."Is this.." Sana smiled even brighter, and nodded. "Mhm, that's our baby, Akito." Akito just continued to look at the tiny photographs. He was completely speechless and shocked. It hit him. This was real. That was his child. Sana couldn't stop smiling. Seeing Akito like that, she knew he was happy too. "Well, what do you think? That's your birthday present! You like it?" Akito still couldn't say anything. He managed to nod his head, and he continued to just stare at the photos. Sana stood beside him and looked at the photo too. It was quiet til finally Akito spoke up.
"Sana." Sana looked at him. "Hm?"
"Thank you." He turned around and stared at her. This whole thing seemed like such a huge dream to him. He hesitantly placed his hands on the sides of her face, just to feel her. Then, he suddenly knelt down in front of her, and placed the side of his head on her stomach, with his arms wrapped around her waist. Sana was shocked. This meant more to him than she thought. She placed her hands on top of his head, and started to run her fingers through his hair. She whispered "Akito, I don't think you'll feel anything yet." she giggled. Akito looked up at her, and gave her his "one in a million year" smile. "Yeah, I know. But.. I just want to be close to it." And he put his head back where it was. Probably the first time since this whole thing began, they were truly excited that they were going to be parents. All because of one photograph. Sana continued to just watch him when she suddenly heard Akito whisper "I love you, little one." and he kissed her tummy.
Oh my! (wipes brow) another long chapter.. I had to make this chapter so sweet, didn't I? I'm starting to get teary eyes. (sniff sniff) well, please review!!
