Meilin: So I must say, I had a lot of fun writing this chapter out for you guys. My two bffs read it and they re-read it because they really enjoyed it. So I hope you enjoy it as much as them.
Ikuto: I'm sure you did have fun writing this you sadistic person.
Amu: Yep...you are so cruel.
Meilin: I am not!
Amu: I think the readers will be the judges of that.
Ikuto" Aznpride16xx does not own Shugo Chara - Just the Plot
Behind A Smile – Chapter Eleven: Not without a Fight
Knock me down, I'll get back up. Cut me to pieces, I'll stare you down. What doesn't kill me only makes me stronger…and even after that, I'll haunt you from my grave.
The golden rays of the sun beamed through the tiny plane windows and shined upon Amu's glowing face. She woke up in an uncomfortable position; her neck and lower back ached and her legs were cramping from the non-spacious leg room. Standing up from her seat and stretching, she walked over to the bathroom stall.
"Yikes," she stated taking a look at herself in the mirror. "I look horrible." Amu splashed cold water on her face, combed her fingers through her hair and tied it up in a messy bun. Getting ready to walk out the door, Amu caught a glimpse of the gauze from the corner of her eye. She sighed roughly. "Ugh, I forgot about that." She proceeded to unwrap the white bandage and looked at the small "y" shaped scar bear her temple and hairline. She let her hair down once more and made her way back to her seat. On her way back the plane tipped over to one side and she lost her balance. Everyone in the plane yelped in surprise.
"Attention passengers, may I have your attention, please? The plane is experiencing a few minor difficulties. The air craft will be landing shortly and plane C-5 will be taking you to your final destination. Please fasten all seatbelts and prepare for landing. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for flying Air Japan and have a nice day."
All the passengers returned to their seats and buckled down for the remainder of the ride. Minutes later, the doors opened and all were released. The plane riders switched from plane Air Japan: J-5 to Air Japan: C-5. Amu stepped onto plane J-2. This plane was the one that would take Amu back to her hometown.
It took a while, but the girl finally came to the conclusion that she wasn't going to run away anymore. She was going to man-up and tell Ikuto what Saaya did to her before the wedding. He deserved to know at least that much.
Although she had no intention of breaking them up, Amu was still going to be there for him. Ikuto wasn't the sharpest crayon in the box when it came to her feelings but he always had every intention to protect her from any harm. And the pinkette was not going to let Saaya of all people ruin her relationship with her best friends. Kukai, Utau and most definitely Ikuto were more valuable to her than anything in the world.
She didn't know exactly what caused her to change her mind, but she felt as if she was ready to take on the whole world.
After the many agonizing hours on the flight back, Amu hailed a cab and rushed over to Ikuto's house. She knocked on the door only to come face to face with the girl she envied so much.
"Oh, it's you." Saaya glared in disgust.
Amu rolled her eyes and crossed her arms across her chest. "Yeah, it's me. I'm here to see Ikuto." She continued to take a step into the house but the devil girl stopped her.
"I thought I said you could never see Ikuto again. You should've just stayed away like the cry baby you are."
"Just because you said so doesn't mean I have to listen to you," Amu defended, finally taking a stand for herself. The heartbreak at last became of some use and built a shell around the pinkette's heart. With a tough façade armoring the girl, Amu was ready to do whatever it took to turn her life around. And if Ikuto and Saaya were to remain married, Amu wanted some closure.
"Step aside." Amu pushed Saaya out of the way and forced her way into the house.
"I don't think so." Saaya grabbed the single woman's arm and attempted to pull her back but Amu yanked her wrist from the she demon's grasp.
Amu's back facing the door and Saaya; she stated nonchalantly, "You think? Hah. Don't make me laugh. What could you possibly think in that empty head of yours?" The pinkette continued to scan the home for any signs of Ikuto.
Saaya was now fuming. No one was allowed to insult her and get away with it! She ran up to Amu, grabbed her by her silky, shoulder length hair, and jerked it downwards, giving her whiplash. Holding her hair and turning around, Amu kicked the demon girl in the stomach. That didn't keep her down though. Saaya got back up, swung at Amu – missed, and then tackled her to the ground. Though, that didn't have much effect.
The two girls were so busy fighting they didn't notice the door they left open or the car parking in the drive way.
With Amu on top and Saaya struggling underneath, the green eyes girl yelled, "You should've burned in hell with the rest of your house!"
Amu's eyes widened. "You did that?" Saaya smirked. "I didn't do anything to you! Why are you ruining my life? Do you know how much I've suffered because of you?" Amu screamed. Tears were gathering in her eyes.
"Go ahead and cry. It's what you do best," Saaya taunted. "Crying isn't going to get you anywhere. I still have Ikuto and you still have nothing."
That did it. It wasn't a slap or a petty throw to the face, Amu curled her hand into a tight fist and full on punched Saaya straight on the cheek and nose. Another punch was ready to fly and make contact with Saaya's face, but her arm went limp and her face paled when a voice called out her name.
"Amu, what are you doing?" Ikuto panicked. All realization dawned on Amu as she was pulled out of rage and into reality.
"I-Ikuto…I-"
"You what?" He challenged.
"Ikuto get her off me!" Saaya cried in a whiney voice. Ikuto ran over, picked Amu off his wife and helped her up. "She came in here and randomly attacked me!" lied Saaya.
"What the hell? No, I didn't! You attacked me first!"
"I did no such thing. Ikuto, she's making stuff up because she's jealous." Saaya clung onto her husband's arm like a child who needed protection.
All control was lost and Amu lunged at the liar with all her might. She made an attempt to punch and claw at Saaya, but Ikuto was holding the enraged single back and shielding his spouse.
"Amu, stop it!" Ikuto was surprised. When did his best friend ever get this strong? He was having trouble holding her back but nonetheless he did.
"Why are you protecting her? She's not telling you everything! Tell him, Saaya!" Amu desperately yelled still thrashing around in Ikuto's arms.
Ikuto's back faced his wife as she rolled her eyes. "I don't know what you're talking about," she said in a fake, high pitched, tone pretending to be scared. Then she stuck her tongue out at Amu and all sanity was gone.
Taking another stab at the she demon, Amu yelled, "You lying bit-"
"Stop!" Ikuto yelled shoving Amu away from the both of them and slapping her across the face, his large hand print leaving a red mark on her petite and baby soft cheek.
Instantly he regretted his harsh actions. He stared at his childhood friend, who was currently pressing her palm against her burning flesh.
"A-Amu…I'm sorry, I didn't mean to." He took a small step toward her and extended his hand out to her – the same hand he used to hit her. Simultaneously, she flinched away and took a few steps backward.
"If you didn't mean to…then you wouldn't have done it," she barely whispered. Tears were hitting the ground though there were no sounds coming from the crying girl. She looked up, her brows were narrowed in slightly and she glared viciously – at Saaya because of her lies and at Ikuto because he didn't even listen to what she had to say was true.
Her breathing became deep and her heart felt as if it was sinking into her stomach. "I…I hate you!" She shouted.
Saaya was snickering to herself while Ikuto was too chocked to say anything. Amu ran out of the house with great speed. She didn't know where she was going and she didn't care, just as long as she could get away from the both of them.
Running to the park from before, Amu sat at the base of a tree and leaned her head against the rough bark. She was sick of the yelling, the crying, and sick of running away, but this was just ridiculous.
"I hate you for making me say 'I hate you'," she sighed. Until she figured out what to do next, she sat in the park being enveloped by the peace and quiet while soothing her stinging cheek.
End Chapter Eleven - Upcoming: Chapter Twelve
Meilin: Mkay, so this coming week, I have exams...but I'm still going to update. It just might take a little bit over a week this time. But fear not! I will still write in between classes. Wish me luck in history and physics though...I'm really hating those classes right now...
Ikuto: But you're the top Physics student right now.
Meilin: I know, but I got so frustrated during class today I ended up crying...but all is well now. The past is the past and I'm ready to move on.
Amu: Good for you.
Meilin: Thanks :]
Ikuto: You guys are doing an awesome job reviewing! Keep up the good work!
Special Thanks To:
Po tah toes (Thanks! I thought it was clever too. heehee :3 AHAHA! I KNOW! Saaya must have felt really stupid. She was all ready to do...that...and Ikuto ignored her completely! xD Thanks I try to be as clever as possible ^.^ )
D3uces (Haha. I agree completely. Maybe we can gang up on Saaya and kill her off. :P)
KakaSaku Chan (I don't get the cookies O.o...Well, I like white chocolate chip cookies the best ^.^ Thanks :) I really put some thought into that letter :3)
ThePandaHat (Oh, she will get justice done to her ;])
Clockwork Rose (I know right! I made him like this but he's just too cute to slap :/ but after what he did to Amu..you kinda want to punch him, don't you?)
MidnightRedMasquerade (Welcome to my story, new comer! Thanks for the review!)
xxdarknightangelxx (I hope it get's better for them too. Lol.)
Amtuo Fangirl (Thanks a bunch! Hope you enjoyed this chapter!)
kanxkawaii (Yes, I wonder...hmm...lol just kidding, I know because i wrote it. :P)
XxNekoHentaixX (Poor Ikuto? Hah. Everyone is saying "poor Amu" but you're differnt. I like that :D Not in a creepy way though... c: )
Littlewish123 (Don't feel dumb. It was supposed to be a bit of a secret ;])
Amuto FAN (Nope...no divorce but it gets better.)
MidnightRedMasquerade (nope, I havent seen that anime. I was going to...is it good?)
BalancedPentacle (Thanks! I gave that letter much thought :])
AnimeRockzzz(Yup! Writing depressing things is one thing I do best...kinda weird but it is. Thanks for loving it and thanks for reveiwing!)
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Until next time my lovelies ;)