A/N: I am so into writing right now. You guys have no idea. So enjoy the updates while they last. I'm going on vacation Thursday so it'll be a while…SORRY! OH and thanks to Nanami (a guest) who helped me think of Amu's job. YOU ROCK!
Disclaimer: I DON'T OWN SHUGO CHARA?! MY WHOLE LIFE HAS BEEN A LIE!
Amu's POV
Ikuto walked my home in an awkward silence after we both confessed to each other. We've had only a short time together but I know I can trust him now. He gave me a quick hug and kiss goodbye and left. After a few steps he turned around and turned around and waved goodbye, I thought that was cute of him. When I went inside my mother was fixing dinner.
"Evening Mama. Here is the awesome food I got at the expo!" I enthused. Mama got excited and took everything out of the bags to look at them and then put away.
"What is this called Amu-chan?" She was pointing to some food in a package, premade.
I smiled wide," That's some schnitzel! It's from Germany. It was my favorite." Mama smiled and kept looking at items and putting them away as she did. I sat down and checked my phone, Ikuto had texted me, telling me he was getting into a bath and wished I was there. I sent him back a not so nice text, needless to say.
Mama paused what she was doing," Amu-chan, what's this? Not food." She laughed shortly and handed me my locket necklace. I grinned at it; Ikuto and I had matching necklaces. I wonder if he'd wear his.
~Text Message ~
To: Ikuto 3
I almost forgot about my necklace. It matched yours, you know? Not that I expect you to wear it, it's okay if you don't! I mean, I made you take it, so I understand…
~End of Text Message~
I didn't want to make him feel obligated. I hope he wants to wear it though. I've already made him do enough today. I blushed hard at the thought. Ikuto had turned me on so much. He was the best friend ever to help me like that. Wait…are we still friends? My phone pinged and I checked it.
~Text Message~
From: Ikuto 3
Of course I'll wear it. I think it's great that we have matching necklaces since we're boyfriend and girlfriend. That way guys will know you're all mine. ;)
~End of Text Message~
I sighed happily, he said we're dating. Now I don't have to ask him; that'd be embarrassing. We continued texting until I told him I had to eat.
My mom put a bowl of rice, some veggies, and some udon in front of me and we both started to eat dinner. "So, are you texting Ikuto, Amu?" I choked on my food.
"S-s-so what if I a-am?" Mama giggled at my flustered reaction.
"How are things between you and Ikuto? I really think he's perfect for you. And I know he really cares for you." I couldn't believe it. Here was my mom, fangirling over me and Ikuto. Like we're her OTP or something. (lol)
"Well we'll see tomorrow when Ikuto comes over." I didn't think Ikuto would want me telling her without him.
"Amu-chan, tomorrow is the weekend and you have work. Most importantly, Ikuto doesn't have to tutor you tomorrow," She frowned. I realized suddenly and texted Ikuto at the table.
~Text Message~
To: Ikuto 3
Would you like to come over tomorrow for a while? I have to go to work later though.
~End of Text Message~
I twiddled my thumbs and my mom stared at me suspiciously. I smiled reassuringly and eagerly checked my phone when it dinged.
~Text Message~
From: Ikuto 3
Sure, Amu-koi . I'm glad and surprised you asked. I'll come inside for a while but I want to take you out somewhere too.
~End of Text Message~
"Ikuto and I are going to hang out tomorrow. He'll come in to say hello for a while but then we'll head out. I don't know where though." Mama nodded and we finished the meal with small talk; mainly her telling me about her day.
I went to sleep later that night, dreaming about tomorrow with Ikuto and not, for the first time in almost a year, about the incident.
Ikuto's POV
I woke up the next morning early, not on purpose though. I hate waking up early on weekends. I was just excited to go see my Strawberry today. I showered and got changed into black skinny jeans and a midnight blue shirt that had a few buttons at the top, unbuttoned of course. I thought I looked good enough to stand next to Amu now, thus satisfied. Then the key necklace Amu gave me caught my eye. I took it and clasped it around my belt loop. It was actually a pretty nice touch.
I still had an hour or so until I went to pick up Amu so I went downstairs to eat. Utau was already down there, in a grumpy mood since she had to wake up early for a fundraiser she's helping at.
"Morning, Satan." Utau glared my way and threw her fork at me, missing. I chuckled and grabbed some toast and an apple, sitting across from her.
She stopped munching on her toast and looked questionably at me," What's that necklace chain-thing you have on you? It's a key…" She was obviously suspicious.
"You'll find out later as long as you meet me at the amusement park with everyone else like I told you too." She nodded agreeing. Utau would do anything to find out people's secrets. Especially if it included a day at the amusement park with her friends.
I rose from the table after wasting time, lazily sipping my milk. "Don't forget to make sure everyone is at the entrance by twelve… and don't invite Saaya."
"Like hell I'd do that!" I laughed and walked out the door. It was ten and I told Amu I'd be over around ten-thirty. After a few blocks, Amu's house came into view and I felt like running towards it. My heart sped up a bit, but I checked, my watch and it was only ten-ten. I hit myself in the head. Amu was going to think I was too eager. She might not even be ready!
I hesitantly knocked on the door and Amu's mom cheerfully answered with the biggest grin ever," Morning Ikuto-kun! Amu is almost done getting ready. But don't worry, I expected you this early. Amu was having trouble getting dressed earlier, she kept asking me which outfit looked best on her. It was so cute to see her flustered about you like that!" She smiled more and more and had sparkles everywhere.
"Mama! D-don't go t-telling I-Ikuto lies!" Amu emerged from upstairs. She was blushing a dark pink as I looked her up and down. He looked beautiful wearing a yellow skirt and a light pink halter. Her gorgeous pink locks were put up to the side to wear it kind of spiked out and her bangs hung down. She was also wearing the lock necklace around her neck.
I kept staring at her until Amu hit me on the side of my head," Pay attention! I said, don't you have something to tell Mama?" I finally looked away and smiled. I faced her mother and bowed.
"I would like permission to date your daughter." Amu and I stood nervously while Amu's mother stood transfixed with the oddest face on; only making the suspense worse.
Midori finally exploded," KYAAAAAAAA! OF COURSE YOU CAN DATE MY AMU-CHAN!" We jumped away from her as she had a mini freak out.
"Amu, I think your mom likes us together too much…." Amu nodded beside me as we watched Midori run around crazily.
I went to open the door for Amu and as we walked out, Amu yelled," We're leaving Mama!"
"Goodbye you too lovebirds! Have a wonderful day! Oh, Honey! Did I wake you? AMU-CHAN IS DATING IKUTO-KUN!" Amu and I both sweatdropped as we overheard Midori spread the news.
We began to walk peacefully down the street; it was only eleven so I had a little time to waste. Amu spoke up," You wore the key necklace," she smiled up at me as I grabbed her hand," I'm glad."
"So where are we headed today? Don't forget I have to be home by seven so I can head to work." I nodded, I hadn't forgotten.
"For now we're just wasting time until my surprise," Amu looked up at me with her eyes sparkling," I won't tell you. You just have to wait until twelve." She began to out until she realized it wasn't that long until then. After walking around and sitting on the park fountain and listening to street musicians for a while, we began to walk towards the amusement park. There, Amu would meet all my friends.
The park came into view, Amu looked up at me with huge eyes and I nodded. She jumped happily and grabbed onto my arm. I laughed at her childish reaction. "That isn't the surprise Amu."
She tilted her head slightly, "Then what is?"
I gestured towards the entrance where my friends were waiting to us at. Not that they knew Amu was coming. When Amu saw them, she freaked and looked up at me scared,
"It's okay Amu. Just be yourself. They won't know it's you. We'll just tell them you're first name. I just want them to meet you and see how amazing you are first." Amu nervously grinned at me and we proceeded towards my friends.
"Yo, everyone. This is Amu, my girlfriend."