AN: If you see this note in March, I'll be closer to my goal ^0^! However if this turns out to be posted in April, it'll be sprinkled with a little bit more shippy stuff.
And like the last chapter italization is for texts and/or thoughts.
Thank you all so much for the faves,follows and reviews. I really appreciate it! :D
(please send more reviews. I love reading your thoughts.)
Reviews:
Scarletrailgun: Last chapter was a bit too short for my liking as well, but this chapter will be a little longer.
Guest: Thank you so much! :D I really appreciate your support and understanding. 3
Ikusatsunagi: Thanks and here's another :D.
miczsfarz: Aww shucks thanks 3! I hope to do more of this story as well :).
This story is a little over half way done, so that means that from this point on, the chapters should be a bit longer.
Edit: 4/2/18: I fixed the errors.
Some whispers could be heard as heroes and general workers passed each other in the HQ hallways. Excited whispers, fearful whispers, but they were all centered around one topic:
A certain S-Class was in a better mood than usual. That was all they knew, but there was some theories that floated around that were somewhat true to the actual situation.
"Maybe she got a boyfriend."
"She could have an anger outlet now."
"Like a hobby?
Luckily, Tatsumaki herself didn't know about the gossip centered around her. She was too focused on other matters to notice the strange looks she was getting.
She stood in the middle of the cliff filled ruins outside of City Z. It was the dead of night, only the moon, scattered stars and her glow providing light. A sudden "SWOOSH" was made, and an array of boulders was floating around her, all glowing the same green as she. She thrust her hand upwards, sending them all back to the ground. With both hands directly in front of her, the boulders were completely eradicated. The glow around her dimmed, as she drifted to the ground. "Alright, let's see what's next." She reached into her bag that was plopped down near a boulder. Pulling out her notebook, she skimmed through the pages, then scrunched her nose. "Crap, looks like it's in the other notebook." She shoved it back into her bag and tossed it over her shoulder. Checking her phone, she saw that it was about to be 3 am. She began the trek back home.
Later the same day, Saitama and Genos were walking in the halls of HQ. "Your meeting is how long again?" "Two hours." "Ah man, that sucks." He pulled out his phone,and began texting. "Master, who are you texting?" "Tam." Genos face stiffened for a second, before realizing what that would mean. "I believe she said last week she would be busy today." He said as convincingly as he could. "I don't remember that-" Saitama began apprehensively, before Genos cut him off, "I'm certain." "Besides, I found a sale at Super Mart in the next city over. I'll be over there when I'm done." Saitama's face lighted up from this information, then turned on his heel. "Ok then, I'll text her later. Seeya."
He waved. Tatsumaki, if you are near, you may want to talk to him now before he leaves. Tatsumaki floated into the room, appearing as nonchalant as she could. "Hey, baldy! What are you doing here?" Said baldy turned around, not surprised by her words, said "I was about to head out, I was dropping Genos off." She floated closer to him, dropping down to eye level. You're talking to him, now what exactly do you want to say? She wasn't sure if it was her or Genos' voice in her mind.
"How would you feel about fighting me? Hypothetically speaking, of course." She harrumphed. "I don't know," He said, tapping his cheek with his pointer finger, "I would be okay with it, if that's what you're asking." He shrugged.
"Hm, fair enough." She responded quietly, gently dropping to the ground. "Er, thanks for the response." She gave him a small wave before heading to the meeting room. He responded with an equally small before heading back out of HQ.
T: Hey! Wanna hang out at the park today?
S:Sure.
T:Want to have a picnic again like last time?
S: Yeah, come on over to make it.
T: Ok, I'll be there in a bit.
There was a knock at the door about 5 minutes later. "I'll get it, Master." Genos opened the door to see Tamaki in a get up that was oddly..girly? She was very feminine in general, however she seemed to have overdone herself. A sugary pink headband with a bow at its side, an equally pink shirt and a long brown skirt made up her attire. Her hair was loose and wavy. "Someone sure is excited to see Master Saitama." He smirked. She ignored him and walked towards the kitchen, although a slight blush spread across her cheeks.
Saitama and Tamaki were walking around the park, looking for the perfect spot for their picnic. Does this count as a date? She asked herself, glancing every now and then at Saitama. He caught her gaze and gave a small grin. "Still looking, huh?" 'I, um-" "I found a spot." He said, pointing to an area under a large tree. He motioned for her to follow him to it. She gently grabbed his hand.
"Hey can I ask you something?" Saitama lifted his head at her question. "What is it?"
"You mentioned to me a while ago the only people that you considered as somewhat your friends. Am I one?" She asked, flinching after she finished, waiting for his response. "Of course." He smiled at her, laying his head back down on the grass.
She's the only one who's not a hero..hm. Briefly peeking at his thoughts, she then shut off her connection. I wish I could say it was true. She thought to herself, before turning her gaze away from him.
Their silence was interrupted by an inhuman screech that came from just outside the park.
Saitama wordlessly got up and ran towards the noise, leaving Tamaki to look after their picnic basket.
"Saitama!"
Bitterly lifting up the debris the monster caused, she swirled it around herself. "That idiot!" she thought to herself. Holding her hands out in front of her, she prepared to launch the debris. "Tamaki!" She whirled around in shock, abruptly halting her powers. The debris crashed down on her. She winced as she felt some of it on her arms and legs. "Are you alright?" Saitama asked, placing a hand on her shoulder. She slowly placed her own hand on his and brought it up to her cheek. Saitama didn't seem to mind this, as he gently rubbed his thumb across her cheek. As soon as he did, all thoughts swarming in her mind disappeared. She nuzzled into his palm, a small content smile on her face. "I'll take you back to my place to bandage them." He spoke softly, almost mumbling. She nodded, as he gently pulled away. He signaled for her to get on his back, and she obliged. Gripping on tightly, he ran off back to his apartment.
They sat down near the TV, Saitama ready with the first aid kit. Haven't needed this in a while. He noted to himself. She stared at him quietly, slightly miffed at her injuries. He placed some bandages on her left arm, and one on her cheek. Noticing her still less than happy demeanor, he reached for her , now tattered, headband. "Sorry about your headband, I'll ask Genos to help me fix it." He placed it on his head and continued bandaging her right arm. She gave a small chuckle at his rather silly, but successful, attempt at cheering her up. He closed the first aid kit and patted her head .leaving to put it away.
Unfortunately, that meant leaving her with her thoughts.
Why was I so worried? He's so strong, that bird monster would've been easily defeated by him.
But when he was out of my sight, I didn't know what else to think..
Did he see me? Does he know? It meant something to him to have Tamaki around and I almost threw that away!
"Hey, Saitama! Thanks for the help. Text me when the headband is ready. I gotta go." She said quickly while rushing towards the door.
Saitama blinked in confusion, but decided not to push her about her action. He took off the headband and looked at its condition. It was dirty, a piece of the bow was torn and there were some hairs on it. He pulled some of the hair off, before he was struck with a realization.
Fibers..I haven't touched these since the last time I used to..Is Tamaki..Wearing a wig?
Tatsumaki was back in her apartment, her heart racing. She quickly hovered over to her bed, closing the curtains. Ducking under the covers, she tried to calm down her heart rate.
Succeeding, she touched her hand against her cheek, and her heart rate shot up again.
Damn it, that baldy's got me either way! She thought in annoyance in yet another attempt to calm down from an entirely different reason than before. Grunting in frustration she pulled the covers tighter around herself. She fell asleep, her emotions all jumbled up.
S:Its fixed. You can come over anytime today or this week.
Flipping her phone closed, she rolled out of bed to get ready. She opted for a loose hoodie over her pajamas. Looking over herself in the mirror, she glanced the singular bandage that was on her looked away and headed out the door.
Genos was pacing around the kitchen, thinking about Saitama's comment from the night before.
"Hey Genos, I think Tamaki is wearing wig." I don't think he's figured it out; Master may be excellent at his teachings, but he admittedly doesn't connect the thoughts about these sorts of things..
He glanced over at Saitama in front of the TV, most likely waiting for "Tamaki".
I still wonder how he'll bring it up, if he even mentions it..
She knocked once on the door, waiting for either of the two to answer. However, she felt light-headed at the prospect of seeing him again so soon.
"Hey, come on in." Saitama stood at the door."Hmm?" He closed the door again and felt his phone vibrate.
T: Thanks, I'll come later this week. I'm pretty busy today.
Hanging up with HQ, she pulled the covers over herself, opting to sleep the rest of the day.
Woo. This chapter is definitely longer than the last, but I didn't want it to drag so..next time guys. Which is technically later this month of April ;D.
I hope the fluff was good, because I can't write action for crap. ~)
Thanks again for the support, I'll see y'all at the end of April. 3
