Here's the lastest chapter, on time as promised! College's been pretty good lately with homework. The first years have all arrived though so the place is chaos. Honestly you'd think they were starting secondary not college. I imagine a lot of them will disappear once they realise that it's not like school, you have to work and can't just ease your way on as little effort as possible. Anyway mini rant over. This is one of my favourite chapters, some long over due Ken and Sakura time. Let's see if they can avoid an interuption for once. Oh, exciting news (well I hope it is), their will be a sequal (possibly a third fic as well) that follows on from here. The fics on my poll are still going to be done, (if I ever get out of the deadlock it's in), but the sequal shall be written at the same time. Review and tell me what you think please.
'A ball gown and a dress?' I demanded confused as I looked at the girls. We were currently on the bus heading to the town centre and discussing what we needed for our dates, a pleasant change from the normal end of the world conversations we held. It had been arranged that the others girls knew the date destination but not the person on the particular date, and of course we were sworn to secrecy. And why did I need a ball gown let alone another dress? Where could we possibly be going? All I could get was enjoyment, which was comforting, but no details. Ken knew it too and was being very quiet about it. He knew the slightest hint could reveal things to me. I had a feeling that the dress was more for fun rather than necessity. Given my normal habit of always been prepared to run Ken took any opportunity to convince me that girlie was acceptable.
'The ball gown isn't for the date, you need one for the formal events at the TV station so we're saving you a trip.' Sora explained calmly. That made more sense, I thought nodding. I knew there was some events coming up, award shows and the like, plus the station was thinking of moving me up to a junior reporter during the holidays so I might need formalwear then. I should have guessed Ken would mention it to them while the shopping plans where being made; he was practical that way.
'Thanks.' I told them smiling. Honestly I was glad to avoid another shopping trip. I had no objection to the activity itself but rather the time it took from more enjoyable events, like dates.
'I say we start by walking along the main road heading to that nice café for lunch. We can stop in the clothes shops on the way and then move on to the street with the fancier shops for the ball gown.' Yolei suggested thinking about it.
'That's a good idea Yolei, saves us going back and forth between shops.' Kari noted nodding in approval. I was all for less walking and less time being used up. She pressed the button to tell the driver to stop as we entered the town and we started gathering our bags. I held back a chuckle as I realised all our bags were suited to a sudden trip to the Digital World, shoulder bags that would stay out of the way while running and not get caught on trees.
'Ready team?' Sora asked smiling at us.
'Ready.' We chorused with a cheer. Let's get this done, I thought chuckling slightly to myself.
'Wow, you look great!' Cassidy exclaimed entering my bedroom with a grin. I looked up from checking my make up, for the fifth time, and smiled at her.
'Thanks, do you think Ken will like it?' I asked glancing down at the red dress I was wearing. It had those flowing shoulders that you sometimes found and the skirt matched with the same loose and flowing material going to my knees. It highlighted my slight curves making my figure more pronounced while protecting my modestly with no difficulty at all. My hair had been made lush and plump with a slight wave and my make up was subtle but enhanced my natural features. 'Aside from the fact Ken would like you in anything yes he'll love it.' Cassy promised rolling her eyes. I chuckled and smiled standing and grasping the matching handbag. My heels clicked on the floor and I sent a silent prayer to the older team, please don't need us I cannot fight in this outfit. Just encase I did have a change of footwear in my bag, two red flats that would hopefully manage in a pinch.
'What's a date anyway?' SnowDromon asked trotting behind Cassidy happily. She sighed and turned to her partner. SnowDromon was very young and had a lot to learn about human interactions, but he was an eager student thankfully.
'A date is when two people who love each other go out to spend sometime together.' She tried to explain the concept to the little white dog. Personally I was wondering who told her such an articulate description; probably best not to ask.
'Does that mean you and Cody are on a date too?' He asked innocently. I couldn't help laughing, as Cassy turned red, blushing. So sweet, but SnowDromon was in so much trouble now.
'No!' She protested just a bit to strongly. SnowDromon looked confused; I didn't blame him.
'But I…' he was cut of by her picking him up a bit more roughly than normal. I wonder what he'd been planning on saying.
'Quiet.' She warned tugging his tail slightly. I was vividly reminded of Ken doing the same to Wormmon in the same situation nearly, only in the Digital World hiding in a cave to avoid bad guys.
'Sis, Ken's here.' Cody called. I stood up instantly grabbing my bag and walking out the door of my bedroom. I turned to look down the hall at the front door and paused. Ken was in a shirt and tie but the suit jacket was open giving it a semi-casual look to it. It should be illegal to look that good, not that Ken always followed the rules. He smiled seeing me and I felt his eyes taking in my outfit just like I did with his. From the look of lust in his eyes he approved completely.
'Angel, tell me, any clue as to our date?' Ken asked curiously with a smirk as he walked to my side and took my hand and rubbed circles over the Spore Scar.
'I know I'll enjoy it, that's about it.' I admitted sheepishly revealing that I had looked. Like he didn't know I would, of course. His smile widened at that and he offered me his arm like a gentleman, which he was.
'Good to know, shall we leave then?' He asked with a dazzling grin. I nodded biting my lip slightly as I took his arm.
'Yes.' I told him softly. Inside my stomach was doing back flips, a day with Ken, no interruptions or responsibilities. If this got messed up there would be hell to pay.
'Where are we going?' I demanded as we walked along the coast road. We'd past the main beach already and were starting to leave the coastal town we'd taken the train too. My dislike for not knowing what was happing was beginning to rear its head again. Ken just grinned at me as he held my hand, the contact small but significant to us.
'Somewhere close by, in fact we're almost there now.' He noted glancing around. We were? I looked around and saw on one side the road with a cliff across from us going up. On the other there was a railing blocking the drop to the ocean depths below. Luckily it was a quiet road so it was safe to walk beside. Still…
'We're pinned in by two cliffs and barely not walking on a road, what could possibly be here?' I asked confused and a little annoyed by the fact.
'What don't you trust me?' He asked faking hurt and pouting. I held back a chuckle looking at him. With everything and more.
'I trust you, but surely you can understand my scepticism.' I pointed out gesturing around us. He laughed and nodded. I saw that look of sadness that was reserved for Sam barely stopping myself from frowning.
'That's what I said to Sam when he brought me here.' Ken noted amused though there was that usual sad tone that followed memories of Sam. That explained the eyes then, I gave his hand a squeeze and he gave a tight smile turning to continue walking. Sam was never not going to be a touchy subject, I realised sadly. Well, no even if I told him the truth it would be touchy because of the argument that revelation was sure to cause. He stopped glancing at a small staircase of stone that had been cut into the mountain. Ah, it was way to steep and narrow for heels. 'How much do you trust me?' Ken asked suddenly turning to face me. I gave him a confused look. What would trust have to do with that, I mean he knew I'd be fine with him carrying me down if necessary.
'More than anyone, why?' I demanded starting to feel uneasy by this. Ken wouldn't ask for merely carrying me down, just ask if he could. He knew I trusted him, why did he need to check?
'I want to surprise you so would you trust me to carry you down while you wore a blindfold?' He continued pulling out a piece of cloth from his jacket's pocket. Oh, oh no.
'Ken…' My voice shook despite everything. I trusted him but that path didn't look to safe to me, and the blindfold. Not being able to defend myself was something my body rebelled against after years of having that problem.
'Angel, I wouldn't ask if I thought it was dangerous.' He promised stepping closer and putting his hand on my shoulder. His face was calm but I could sense a hint of concern in his eyes. He was worried that I'd panic, with good reason. A few months ago and I would have, easily. Gulping I reached forward and hugged him tightly. This was Ken; he'd never let me down. At least that was what I told myself firmly.
'Alright.' I said trying to sound braver than I felt. He gave me a soft smile kissing my forehead. I knew my bravo wouldn't fool him, but it told him he could proceed.
'That's my angel, brave and trusting.' He muttered before lifting up the blindfold. I closed my eyes and let him tie the fabric around them. My breath speed up as my vision vanished. Ken never removed his touch from me, letting me constantly know his presence. He carefully picked me up in his arms trying not to jostle me too much. I grabbed on to him instinctively feeling how tense I was. Please, don't let my stupid fears ruin this. 'Sakura, it's okay. I won't let anything happen to you.' Ken said soothingly as he started to walk. I nodded but didn't relax. 'Anyway Wormmon and Lalamon are nearby, they catch us if its needed.' Ken added lightly. He wasn't really meaning actually falling; it was a more general rescue he referred too. I smiled slightly realising he was right. Digidestined didn't even think of telling our partners not to come with us and Ken had said he left Wormmon looking over something, probably wherever we were going. Lalamon would be floating along somewhere keeping an eye on us. We were safer than most people could dream of being.
'I'm being stupid.' I sighed relaxing slightly. It was true after all; I had the best guardians possible.
'Your being cautious, which is sensible and makes me worry about you a lot less than I might do.' Ken told me gently. The words were serious but had an almost adoring tone to them that I loved to hear from him. Ken always made me feel like a goddess, loved and revered. It made me feel warm and safe every time.
'So you don't worry?' I asked teasing. Oh he worried all right, if he could he'd keep me in a tower where no one could ever hurt me again. He chuckled slightly his thoughts obviously on a similar line.
'You can handle yourself, I worry but trust in your abilities.' He elaborated his tone light. I could hear the honesty behind them and felt a smile settle on my face. With Ken I'd never been less than an equal; we were perfectly balanced. I felt our decent finish and realised we were at the bottom of the staircase. I could hear the sound of waves and seagulls clearly, they were a lot louder than by the road. Their caws and flapping wings blended seamlessly with the sounds of the ocean. Had we gone down to a beach? No, the sound wasn't right for sand. It was hitting the cliff, and some rocks as well. Ken surprised me by jumping slightly as he moved, almost like he was going from rock to rock. The salty scent of the sea was reaching my nose but soon the setting changed. I heard the sounds of the waves muffled and frowned realising we'd entered somewhere, a cave maybe? It felt a lot like a cave though I wasn't certain. 'Ken, all set here.' I heard Wormmon's voice as the green bug scuttled around but didn't bother to look for him with the blindfold on. Instead I focused on keeping my arms wrapped around Ken's neck and taking in his scent.
'Good job friend, it's perfect.' Ken encouraged and I could picture the small but honest smile he would be wearing and Wormmon bursting with pride from the praise. Wormmon completely adored Ken and so he was easily pleased.
'I'll be going then.' Wormmon said his voice growing fainter. Ken waited for a minute letting Wormmon leave and set me down on what felt like a cushion, a very soft, comfortable cushion to be more precise.
'Your not to cold are you?' Ken asked concerned, typical Ken always looking out for me. I shook my head reaching to take off the blindfold. Ken grabbed my wrists gently stopping me. I tensed but relaxed taking a breath. 'Ah, I didn't say you could take it off yet.' He scolded lightly. I frowned at that as I felt him move around me. It wasn't like Ken to say such comments; clearly he was in a cheery mood. I heard the sounds of him setting something up but decided to be a good girl and wait. It seemed like plates though from the sound, and was that candles I could sense? 'Done.' He told me grinning and removing the blindfold. I blinked as I adjusted to the light coming from the candles and looked at the fancy food spread before us. Wow, this looked great. The food was set in the middle of the blanket that was over a ledge and serving as a table. 'I thought it would be nice to have an uninterrupted meal just for us.' He explained sitting beside me and playing with my hair. There were a ring of cushions around the table that were perfect for sitting on as we ate allowing us to either be next to each other or facing each other across the table as we preferred. No wonder we were as close as possible.
'Sounds perfect' I sighed closing my eyes and enjoying the feeling of being together. Leaning slightly I let my body press against Ken and he supported me instantly with his embrace.
'I liked it.' He admitted putting his fingers under my chin and tilting my face into a kiss. I closed my eyes enjoying the feel of it, of him. I let myself feel at ease knowing it was just Ken and me, alone. The cave provided a perfect sanctuary for us. I heard the sound of my Digivice going off in my bag… my Digivice? Startled I turned to my handbag and opened it tacking out the D-3 swiftly. Sure enough the screen was flashing rapidly. Frowning I pulled out my D-Terminal and flipped it open.
"To: All Digidestined.
From: Tai Kamiya.
Subject: Captured!
Arukenimon pulled a fast one. We've been taken some place in the digital world. NEED HELP NOW! All of the old team caught. Partners missing. HURRY!
P.S. Sorry, blame Arukenimon!" I gasped rereading the message.
'Ken, we're needed.' I said turning to him. He nodded gathering everything up. Digidestined breaks were apparently never to be. It had to be bad for Tai to risk incurring his sister's wrath. Kari rarely snapped but when she did, well you just pray you weren't her target.
'Arukenimon's going to pay for this one.' He noted grimly. Ah, put it mildly. This was war.
You didn't actually think something wouldn't happen did you?
Can the Digidestined be rescued? What revenge will be taken against Arukenimon? Find out, on the next, The Possibility of Kindness!