Alrighty then here's the next chapter:) Thanks for reading!
Oh and i still do not own mai hime... :(
Shizuru silently chuckled to herself as she watched her favorite bluenette sleep, the sight was actually extremely cute except for the fact that it was in the middle of their Advanced English class. The rebel's face was usually relaxed as she breathed steadily. Shizuru liked the bad-ass Natsuki a lot but this cute side was a whole other level, she had to steel her self control so she wouldn't squeal. So cute! She stealthily watched the beauty as the lecture continued. Ara my Natsuki, I wonder what has made you so tired…
"Okay class, now it's time to do some actual speaking. Since it's the second day I want you to get into partners from your groups and get to know them, but you may only speak English. This is the advanced class so I assume you know quite a bit already. Please begin."
Shizuru smiled as she glanced over at Yukino and Haruka who were already moving their desks closer together, "Bubuzuke, I guess you'll be with the delinquent then huh?" Haruka pointed out the obvious. "Hmph, well good luck with that. She's a first year and a delinquent so your conversation is sure to be very uh sintering."
"She means stimulating, Shizuru-san." Yukino quietly corrected as Shizuru nodded in acknowledgment.
"Ara, thank you for your concern Haruka-san but I'm sure we'll be able to communicate adequately." She watched as her blond friend harrumphed and turned back to Yukino. "Me concerned for you? I was just pointing out how unlucky you are."
Shizuru ignored the last comment and strode elegantly over to her still slumbering partner. The girl looked so peaceful, her midnight hair beautifully spilling over the desk as slight puffs of air escaped her pink lips. She leaned over and gently blew into her ear before whispering, "Ara, Natsuki shouldn't be sleeping in class." The girl roused slightly and looked up into amused crimson with confused sleepy eyes. "Shi-Shizuru?" Her head tilted slightly to the left as she looked up at the brunette. Kawaii! My Natsuki looks like a confused puppy. "Is Natsuki awake now so we can get to know each other?" Shizuru teased the dazed girl.
Finally it dawned on Natsuki that she was in a classroom, with people, and was just awakened a very intimate way by a very beautiful girl. Holy shit! Did she just- what does she mean by 'get to know each other'? "What?" She blushed slightly as she looked up at the highly amused Shizuru. She quickly glanced around the class to see who had witnessed the interaction. To her relief it seemed like everybody was already too into their own conversations to notice.
"Is Natsuki ready to get to know each other?" Shizuru asked again. "But with that blush I can't help but wonder what Natsuki is thinking-". This girl, how can someone be so cute without trying? Ah and that blush!
"Baka, it's nothing like that," Natsuki grumbled as she rubbed her eyes. "So what are we supposed to be doing?"
"Well, as I said we are supposed to get to know each other-" She paused as Natsuki lifted a skeptical eyebrow. "Of course it's all in English."
Natsuki shrugged as she got out of her seat and pulled another desk closer for Shizuru. "Ok, I guess that makes sense, since this is English class. Here take a seat."
"Ara, what a gentleman. Ookini Natsuki." Shizuru slid into the desk, extremely pleased to be so close to Natsuki. The said girl blushed again and murmured something that sounded like 'no problem'. Shizuru gazed at the adorable girl. "So Natsuki, I know you're just a first year so if you don't know the correct way to say something that's alright, just let me know."
Natsuki scoffed and met her eyes defiantly. "Let's just start and see what happens." She smirked at the older girl. Ara, what a confident young puppy. Shizuru held her gaze and nodded. "Very well,"
(Author Note: Now they're speaking in English cause they originally speak Japanese. Just to avoid confusion:])
"So, how is Natsuki today?" Shizuru began speaking slowly and trying to enunciate the best she could, but no matter how hard she tried she couldn't get rid of her slight accent. I hope this isn't too difficult Natsuki.
Natsuki gave her a cocky grin. "To be honest I'm pretty damn tired but I bet you already guessed that." She said in perfect English. "How's it going with you?"
Shizuru's fake polite smile was plastered to her face but her eye's showed shock and intrigue. "Oh, I'm doing very well but may I ask why Natsuki is so tired?"
"Late night I guess." Natsuki's face darkened a bit before she shook it off. She doesn't need to know bout that. "So what would you like to know?"
Shizuru noticed the slight shift in mood before Natsuki was able to cover it up but decided not to question it. I hardly know her so it's not really my business, she thought before she responded but I want it to be. "Hmm, how about how Natsuki learned to speak English so well?"
"I spent about five years in America, so I speak it fluently." She pointed at the teacher who was busily walking around the classroom ensuring everyone was on task. "I'm pretty sure I'm better than that guy."
Shizuru chuckled at Natsuki's bluntness. "Ara, is Natsuki challenging the sensei?"
Natsuki rolled her eyes. "Hell no, I don't want him to know I'm that good. Then he'll expect it, and right now I'm pretty sure I can slide by without doing too much work." She grinned at the brunette. "You'll keep it a secret right?"
Shizuru place a finger on her chin and pretended to ponder the idea for a moment. "Ok, the secret that Natsuki is a lazy slacker is safe with me." She teased the younger girl.
"Oi, it's not being lazy, it's being smart." Natsuki folded her arms across her chest pursing her lips into a pout.
Ara, Shizuru sighed as she looked once again at Natsuki's pink lips. "Natsuki can call her unwillingness to work anything she likes but how about we actually ask some questions ne?"
"Oi woman-" Natsuki started but was silenced by Shizuru. "So what does Natsuki like to do?"
Natsuki glared at her tawny haired counterpart who was unaffected. She huffed and crossed her arms. "Like I'm gonna go, you already asked a question, it's my turn now…" She looked at Shizuru mischievously who suppressed another wave of shock. Ara people don't usually stand up to me, what a brave and confident puppy.
"So Shizuru, what do you like to do? And be honest I can see that fake little smile and I assure you it won't work on me." Ha got you there Shizuru! Bet you didn't think I could do that.
Shizuru looked at the cobalt haired girl disbelievingly. How can she know? I've known Haruka and Yukino for years and they can just barely see through my mask. This girl is certainly something… "Well, if Natsuki insists I guess I have no choice then." She let the comment about her mask slide to not alert Natsuki that she had in fact broke into the enigma that is Shizuru. "I enjoy watching romantic comedies, reading about business, and of course drinking tea."
Natsuki chuckled and slid a hand through her silky locks. "Hmm, tea and romantic comedies? I can see that, you seem like that kinda person." She looked Shizuru up and down. "Yup, you're definitely that kind of person."
"And what do you mean by that Natsuki?" Shizuru turned to hide her faint blush. Well that's she obviously doesn't care for discretion!
Natsuki just shrugged. "Exactly what I said, I'm pretty sure you don't tell that to everyone because of the whole mask thing you got going on but it suits you."
"Ara, Natsuki seems to know me so well after one class period, and I know hardly anything about her. I do believe Natsuki should answer the question now." She turned back towards Natsuki only to be enveloped by curious emerald eyes.
"Okay, well-" Natsuki was interrupted by the bell.
"Alright class well done, you're free to leave see you all tomorrow." The sensei released them all from class as Shizuru glared at the man like he just kicked her grandmother. Natsuki went to get up from the desk when a strong hand reached out and stopped her.
"You don't think you're getting away that easily do you?" Shizuru questioned as she held Natsuki in place. "I'm still waiting to know what Natsuki likes to do."
Natsuki sensing a way to repay the older girl for the teasing she was subjected to earlier leaned in incredibly close to the class president. She was close enough to smell the lavender shampoo in the brunettes hair before she whispered in her ear "That's for me to know…" she slowly removed herself and went to the other ear "and for you to find out." She removed Shizuru's hand and sent her a scorching gaze before striding out of the classroom.
Araaa did that just happen or did I imagine that? She brought her hand up to feel the heat covering her entire face. Yes, I believe that did just really happen.
The day went by normally except for the lingering looks between the rebel and the student council president. Natsuki had just met up with her friends but wasn't really into the conversation. She was too busy trying to piece everything together in her head. Ok, I've only known her for two days and she teases me like we've known each other forever. And the worst part is that I teased back! What the hell Kuga? I never pay attention to anyone, but she can be an exception cause she is friggin' hot. Am I attracted to her? Check that! Well I guess that means that I like girls…
"Hey look I told you Natsuki would have a fanclub!" Chie finally caught Natsuki's attention.
"Wha-" She looked over and saw a group of about fifteen girls watching her intently. The squealed as soon as Natsuki looked their way."Uh Chie, how do I make them stop?" Freakin weirdos stop squealing already!
Mai, Chie, and Nao laughed heartily. "Well you can't really," Chie began "but you can always do what the kaichou does and go talk to them. Tell them that you hope they have a fantastic day." She was then promptly punched on the arm by a very annoyed Natsuki.
"There is no way in hell I'm going to do that!" She growled as she shot the group of girls her signature Kuga Death Glare.
"Take it easy mutt, for all you know they might like the angry violent type." Nao commented as they watched the girls squeal once again. "Yup, they might be into that kinda stuff."
Natsuki face palmed. "Shit! I've been here two days! They really need a life or something." They finally came upon the girl's locker room. "You guys go ahead I gotta tell Midori about the soccer club."
"Okay we'll see you after at the dorms! Oh and I told my friend who's on the team about you." Mai said as she ushered the other girls into the locker room. "Good luck!"
With her three friends gone Natsuki went and delivered the news. Midori was overjoyed of course, because she just happened to the coach the soccer team. In a matter of seconds Natsuki was fully outfitted in the blue and silver practice gear of Fuuka Academy. The long socks and shin guards came just below her knees and her shorts were about to mid-thigh. Her glossy blue hair was tied up in a pony tail as she walked out to meet the rest of the team. She spotted the red haired teacher standing with a group of similarly dressed girls on the far side of the field. Well I guess that's where practice is. She walked over and stood next to a cat-like looking girl with messy black hair.
"Okay team, this year we're looking to be really competitive this year, so don't be in this club if you aren't willing to pull your weight. We have one new first year with us so be sure to show her the ropes. Natsuki Kuga come on up here."
Natsuki trudged up to the front of the group taking in her new teammates. They looked like a pretty athletic bunch but she was sure she could take them with a little practice. "Hey what's a first year doing here sensei? We don't take first years, you told that to the other one who wanted to join." A bulky older girl with short light brown hair challenged. What the… Hey I didn't ask to I was invited! Natsuki clenched her fists as she awaited Midori's response.
"Well Ishiko let's do a little experiment and then see how you feel about things." Midori answered as her eyes gleamed mischievously. "Everybody line up, I want you all to run to the other end of the field and back as fast as you can. On my whistle." Some of the girls groaned but they all lined up regardless. Natsuki took her between the black haired girl and the hulk named Ishiko. Then she waited for the whistle.
As soon as Midori blew the girls were off. They were all fairly fast but the race was really between the black haired girl and Natsuki. They were neck and neck as they reached the other end of the field. Hmm this girl's actually pretty quick, time to step it up a notch. With an incredible burst of speed he pulled ahead and finished well ahead of everyone. Hah take that jumbo! As soon as everyone was back Natsuki trotted over to Ishiko who was panting heavily, "Well it seems like this first year just kicked your ass." She smirked at the older girl, who stood slowly and met her gaze. The she did something Natsuki never expected. She leaned forward and patted Natsuki soundly on the back.
"Hell yeah you did! That was great kid, you even beat Mikoto who's crazy fast. You're fast and have swagger, I like that." Natsuki titled her head showing her confusion. Okaay… First she insults me and now she's patting me on the back. I might need to watch out for this one. Can anyone say bipolar much? Just then the girl with black hair came up behind her.
"Yeah I've never had anyone beat me before. I'm Mikoto, Mai's friend. She told me you were going to play." Hmm she looks nice enough. And she's friends with Mai so that means she can't be too bad. "But she didn't say you were that fast, it looks like I might have some competition now."
Natsuki stretched her legs a bit before answering. "Hmph I guess, if you call losing a competition." She looked at the feline-ish girl, mirth evident in her face.
"Hey I was taking it easy on you, it's your first day." Mikoto said as Midori came up to the front of the group again.
"Alright so does anyone object to letting Natsuki on the team?" No one moved. "Ok great now let's get to practice."
Across the practice field Shizuru laughed out loud when she saw Ishiko patting Natsuki on the back. Ara that's quite an accomplishment, Ishiko-san doesn't usually take to people so quickly. Well my Natsuki did just beat them all handily. She laughed once more which earned her a questioning look from both Haruka and Yukino. "Uh Bubuzuke, what's so funny? You're acting a little crazy right now."
"Oh it's nothing Haruka-san." She answered in her sexy Kyoto-ben.
"Are you sure? You've been acting different lately." Haruka said as she looked at Yukino for confirmation.
"It's true Shizuru-san. I have a few hypotheses as to the reason why but I think it would be best if you just came out and told us. We are your friends after all." Yukino gazed at the kaichou thoughtfully.
"Ara, I'd tell you if I could, it's just I don't know what it is either. I'm just happy." She turned and looked at the bluenette who was already doing some drills. "I can't quite figure it out."
Yukino's eyes widened as she followed Shizuru's line of vision. Could Shizuru be-
"Hello Shizuru-onee-sama." Her train of thought was interrupted by the green haired girl coming up and steeling Shizuru's attention. "You look beautiful as always."
Shizuru's fake smile covered her face. "Ara, ookini Tomoe-san. What can I do for you today?"
"Oh I just wanted to come and talk with you for a moment." The amethyst eyed girl edged increasing closer to Shizuru. "And I wanted to talk to you about the first chance dance."
Just then a soccer ball came hurdling just above Tomoe's head barely missing. "What the- who's responsible for this!" The green haired girl yelled, she was extremely upset about the soccer ball but was furious that something disrupted her moment with Shizuru. Haruka laughed hard and tapped Yukino on the shoulder. "That girl's crazy! Look at her face." Yukino shushed Haruka as they watched the scene unfold.
"That would be me." Natsuki sauntered up to the group sporting a cocky lopsided smile. Her emerald orbs flickered towards Shizuru's crimson. "Sorry, it seems my aim is a little bit rusty." She then smirked at the fuming Tomoe.
"How dare you! You lowlife! Hey you're a first year! What are you doing in the soccer club? They don't accept first years." Tomoe half yelled half growled.
"Well it seems they made an exception." Natsuki's smirk amplified as she took in Tomoe's anger. "Don't tell me you were the one they had to turn away?" By now a small crowd composed of soccer players, Shizuru and her roommates, and a few innocent bystanders had gathered.
"You don't know anything you maggot! You're just a worthless welp." Tomoe shouted.
Natsuki eyes grew cold for a moment before she walked up so she was a breath away from Tomoe. I'm gonna kick your ass! For what you did to Mai and for saying that! She cocked her arm back but before she met her mark she looked at Shizuru who was shaking her head pleadingly. The coldness disappeared from Natsuki's eyes but the anger remained. "You should watch what you say." She spat at Tomoe. She looked up at the solemn faces of the crowd, "And I don't know if you noticed but it looks like your face caught on fire and someone tried to put it out with a fork."
The crowd erupted with laughter as Natsuki stood there smiling sweetly at Tomoe. Haruka bellowed, Shizuru had to cover her mouth to stifle her laugh, and even Yukino giggled. "You- Argh!" Tomoe screeched before she ran through the crowd and out of sight. The group of people recovered from their laughing fit and returned to their ordinary routines.
"Hey Kuga hurry up! We gotta get back to practice." Ishiko yelled after the commotion was over.
"M'kay I'll be there in a sec." She waved off the stocky older girl who turned and ran back to the practice field. Then the bluenette strode over to Shizuru. "Hey," She shuffled her feet uneasily. "Sorry bout that." She nervously scratched the back of her head. The confidence she had earlier quickly disappeared as she took a look at Shizuru in her form fitting P.E. uniform.
"Ara, it's okay Natsuki. You are forgiven." Shizuru smiled as she lightly slapped Natsuki on the arm. "But that soccer ball was a little much, don't you think?"
Natsuki lips curved up as a laugh escaped. "But it was good don't you think? Her face was priceless! Plus I saw your fake smile and knew I needed to help you out."
"Does that mean that Natsuki was watching me?" Shizuru playfully countered.
The younger girl's face flushed. "No- uh yes, uh I don't know woman!" Natsuki threw her hands up in the air and turned away to hide her blush.
Shizuru's insides fluttered. Kawaii! This girl…what are you doing to me Natsuki? When I see you I can't help but smile and when you do such cute things I feel lightheaded. "Don't worry so much my Natsuki, I was just teasing you."
Jade eyes flashed with something Shizuru couldn't quite discern. "What did you just say?"
Shizuru went over her last statement in her head. Oh dear…probably should cover that up. "Nothing I just said that I was kidding with you."
Natsuki looked at the taller girl incredulously. "Hmm ok, uh how long are you going to be at school today?"
"Maybe for about an hour after school lets out. Why?"
"I just- I was wondering if maybe you would walk back to the dorms with me. I have some questions about uh-" Oh shit! Come on Natsuki think of something! Oh yeah you have calculus with her! "Calculus, yeah I have some questions about calculus." She played with some loose strands of blue hair to avoid looking at the older girl. Well done Baka! There's no way she'll want to walk with you to discuss calculus! She braced herself for a refusal.
"Sure Natsuki, I'd love to walk back with you and answer your questions." Inside Shizuru was jumping up and down giddily.
"Okay great! I'll see you then." Little did Shizuru know that Natsuki was also jumping up and down inside (just a little less girly, she is bad ass after all). Natsuki sent Shizuru a dazzling smile before jogging back to her practice. Shizuru sighed as she put a hand up to her rapidly beating heart. She stared at the back of the emerald eyed beauty before the picturesque moment was ruined by someone loudly clearing their throat. Shizuru looked towards the noise and saw her two roommates that she had completely forgotten about (Which was very unlike her). Haruka looked very pleased with herself while Yukino just smiled at her fondly.
"What?" She looked at the two.
"Well I've come to a conclusion." Yukino began.
"You've got it bad." Haruka finished.
Well what do ya think? Please let me know! Ideas, suggestions, and pointers and most welcome! I made Mikoto older in this because sometimes the childish cannon version annoys me a bit. Sorry!
rt- thanks a lot!
bgyuio- thank you:)