Glammie: Hey guys I am back.

Kid: How did the dentist go?

Glammie: I will never eat candy again!

Kid: Come on the root canal could not have been that bad.

Glammie: Well how about you come next time.

Kid: Hell no.

Glammie: Wuss. Well, I do not own Soul Eater, but I do have a face full of pain.

Language of love

Maka was annoyed. Never in her whole existence as a student at the DWMA had she ever failed. Well, besides that thing with Blair but that was about it. Maka hated failure.

Tomorrow were the Meister/Weapon exams. Since Maka was both, she had to participate and study for both. However, she was not feeling confident with her weapon self. It would be humiliating to lose to a first year team because she was not used to being in the middle of the fight. She was usually the one calling the shots.

However, not even failing scared her for what was going to happen. Maka was a weapon so that means she needed a meister. That means a meister had to resonate with her. Maka was nervous around new people. She was afraid of who would be her partner or if they would like her. In the study sessions it was Professor Stein who wielded her. How could she handle someone else?

Since the exams were tomorrow, they had been putting her through interview after interview. No one seemed to fit, so they were pulling out their last resource, which is why she is currently walking to the Death Room.

Maka knocked and entered. Lord Death was talking to a meister, but Maka could not see who it was. Maka cleared her throat and Lord Death straightened up and turned to her.

Lord Death:( Turning to her) Why hello Maka. How are you today?

Maka: I am fine. How is everything?

Lord Death:( Looking over his shoulder) Just fine. I was talking to your new meister for the exams.

Maka:( Frowning a bit) Oh, who is it?

Lord Death sighed and took a step aside. Behind him was a student of the academy. However, Maka did not expect him to be here. She instantly blushed.
Arusa stood there in all his smirking glory.

Arusa:( Raising an eyebrow) What is with the face? You look like you were not expecting me.

Maka: I was not expecting you. (Turning to Lord Death) Care to explain?

Lord Death: Ah, well as you know, Maka, Arusa still has not decided on a partner. So, when he heard that you needed a partner, he asked to practice with you. Also, by participating with you in the weapon exams, it exempts him from the meister exams.

Arusa: Yeah, we are going to be working very...close. (Standing closer smirking)

Maka:( Looking at Lord Death) Wait how do you know if we can resonate?

Lord Death: Well Maka, Arusa told me that you were, ahem, dating and the bond between lovers is a lot stronger.

Maka turned to Lord Death to glare, but he seem to be very interested in the ceiling.

Maka sighed. Her week had just gotten that much longer, and this test got that much more stressful.

( You already know...time skip)

Arusa: Come on Maka, a little bit farther. (Yelling over his shoulder)

Maka glared angrily at her boyfriend. They had been training ever since Lord Death told them that they were partners. He said he was helping her because he did not want her to fail. He knew how she felt about that topic.

Maka: Expalin to me why we are running again.

Arusa:( Stopping at a bench) We have to run to build up your stamina. Being a weapon means you will be fighting much harder than I am.

Maka:( Taking a seat) I do not know how Soul does it.

Arusa:( Sitting close to her) It is because he has an intelligent meister.

Maka blushed as Arusa lightly kissed her lips.

Arusa: You look so cute when you blush. Did you know that?

Maka shook her head.

Arusa:( Smirking) Well now you know. It is so cute that you do not know the effect that you have on me.

Maka was rivaling a tomato at this point. She was not used to that many compliments from someone other than her father.

Speaking of her father...

Spirit Albarn was walking towards his favorite bar when he saw his baby girl sitting on a bench with some punk. They were too close for his liking, so he decided to see what was going on.

Spirit: Maka! (Sternly)

Maka looked up from Arusa and into the eyes of her angry father. She had not seen that look since she said that she was being partner with Soul, and the way he was looking at Arusa reminded her of that look. Oh no!

Maka: Papa, hey! What are you doing here?

Spirit: I should be asking you that. Who is the punk?

Arusa noticing that this was not going well decided to opt for politeness.

Arusa: Hello sir, my name is Arusa. (Putting out his hand to shake)

Spirit:( Taking the outstretched hand) Spirit Albarn, Death Scythe.

Maka rolled her eyes. Was he really trying to intimidate him?

Arusa:( Smirking and playing along) Of course, you are a legend. I only hope to raise a weapon as powerful as you.

Spirit:( Grinning while he took the compliment) Why thank you. Now why are you with my daughter? (Becoming serious once more)

Maka:( Deciding to speak up) Papa, this is Arusa. My...my...

Arusa:( Cutting in for her and grabbing her hand) Her boyfriend.

Spirit stood there for a second. He allowed the words to process then looked at his daughter.

Spirit: Boy-who?

Maka:(Finally gaining stability in her voice) Papa this is my boyfriend.

Spirit: When were you going to inform me of this?

Maka:( Shrugging) Well I guess now.

Spirit: You just date someone without asking me first?

Maka:(Rolling her eyes at the irony) Sorry, I did not know my personal affairs mattered to you. I am 16 not 6.

Spirit: Maka Albarn, I am your father and I just want to keep you safe.

Arusa: Sir, if I may, I would never do anything to harm Maka emotionally or physically.

Spirit looked over at Arusa. Sure the kid was a little weird, but which one of her friends was not.

Spirit: Ok, I will play along for noe. However, if you put one toe out of line, you will be skinned alive.

Arusa chuckled on the inside at that one.

Maka:(Surprised) Really? Thanks, Papa.

Spirit was happy to see that his daughter was happy. However, that does not mean he cannot mess with Arusa as he pleases. He actually thought he was a good kid, but that did not mean he had to tell him that.

Spirit: Well, I am off. Arusa, take care of my Maka or else that face might get scarred.

Maka rolled her eyes, but was happy that her dad did not make a huge display of that.

Arusa: (Stretching) Ok we still have 10 more blocks to go Maka.

Maka sighed and rose to her feet. She was going to regret this.

(At the apartment)

Maka stretched out on her bed. She was exhausted from the run. She was so tired that when she walked in the door she did not hit Soul for lsaving his underware I the bathroom again.

She turned the page in the book Arusa bought her. When she turned the page
a note fell out. It was addressed to her. Confused, she opened it:

Hey Maka,

I wrote this incase you turned me down. I just want you to know that you are a special girl to me, and if you find the guy for you, then I hope he takes care of you. -Arusa

Maka put the note down. She did not know Arusa felt so strongly for her. Now that she thought about it, he only made them train that long after hearing her complain about not wanting to fail. He was so sweet, but Maka could not understand why her.

Maka shrugged. Maybe she will ask tomorrow after the test.

(Test Day)

Maka looked around the gym. She was so nervous for her weapon exam today. Her meister exam with Soul was at three, but she was not worried about that one. It was the weapon one that had her on edge.

She stood in the crowded gym waiting for Arusa. She finally spotted him walking towards her. He had his usual bored look, but when he saw her he smiled.

Arusa: Hey Baka, are you ready?

Maka: As ready as I will ever be.

Arusa: Good. We got this one in the bag.

The weapon test consisted of teams of equal weapon strength going against each other. Since Maka was a first time weapon, she would be going against another first time weapon. The first one to allow their meister to get hit loses.

Maka had looked at the board for the pair that she would be going up against. When she had finally found her name she looked at her opponent. She frowned at the name: Zero Dredd.

Zero was a very good student at the DWMA. He was like Maka when it came to making sure that his slacker partner, Koby, stayed on track. Maka knew she may or may not lose. She knew she studied hard; she hoped that was enough.

Maka went to the lobby with all the other waiting teams. She was the eight fight of the day. So she just sat and worried. She looked over at her competition. Koby was taking a nap with his headphones in, and Zero was reading something with concentration.

Maka looked over at her own partner. Arusa seemed to be thinking deeply about something. When he finally sensed her staring, he looked over and smiled. Maka wondered what he was just thinking about, but decided to focus on the task at hand.

Maka was in deep thought when a voice called her. She blinked seeing Arusa staring at her. He waved his hand again.

Arusa: Earth to Maka. Maka?

Maka: Huh...wha?

Arusa:( Smirking) Its our turn you weirdo.

Maka felt her stomach drop. She still feel prepared.

Arusa:( Sensing her nervousness) Relax you will do fine. I believe in you.

Maka smiled a thanks and stood. Arusa took her hand as the walked to the arena. The was one judging booth with Lord Death, Professor Stein, and Mifune. Maka was surprised that her father was not there, but then she remembered that family members are not allowed tobe there during the tests. That is how it has been for Kid.

The two teams walked to opposite sides of the arena. When the horn sounded, the weapons had to change and the fight began. This fight was all based on the weapon, so the meister was not allowed to do any special attacks.

Maka took one last look around; she then felt a squeeze on her hand. She looked up in the beautiful blood red eyes of her boyfriend.

Arusa: Ok Maka, here is the big show. We should give them a good show.

Maka: Black*Star reference?

Arusa: Yeah, but seriously I have faith that you can do this. You are better than either one of them over there.

Maka blushed up at him.

Arusa: Still as beautiful as ever. Ready? (He held out his hand)

Maka:( Smiling) Ready! (She took the hand)

Arusa stole a quick good luck kiss. Maka had a second to collect her thoughts before...the horn blared.

Instantly, Zero switched into his weapon form, a beautiful katana. Koby caught him and a more serious look graced his features.

Not to be outdone, Maka quickly switched into her scythe form. Arusa picked her up with ease and took some experimental turns with her. Maka did not want to admit it, but it felt right being held by Arusa.

The second horned blared signifying that the fight should begin. Zero and Koby came quickly to Arusa and Maka. Letting her senses open up, Maka saw Zero coming in for a right attack which she easily blocked. The next left shot was also blocked, surprising Maka.

Maka and Arusa were on the defense for a bit longer; then the other team left a hole in their defense. It left Maka right open for a middle attack. Arusa, sensing what she was thinking through the bond, thrust Maka through he opening. However, Zero was faster. He figured what they were doing and stopped it. Koby dodged causing the force from the attack to hit the wall. Crumbling some of the stones.

Arusa followed Koby slashing Maka through the air. Maka was taking everything in. She noticed that Zero and Koby had a weak spot, their left flank.

Maka:( Talking through the resonance) Hey Arusa, do you see what I see?

Arusa: What is it?

Maka: Everytime you swing to his left it takes him a long time to block it.

Arusa swung to the left.

Arusa: I see what you mean. If we keep attacking that spot maybe the defense will break.

Maka: You read my mind.

Arusa: Great minds think alike.

Arusa and Maka used a lot of energy to attack to the left. Slowly, Zero stopped blocking the swings so quickly. Koby did not seem to be holding up either. He tried to keep going until Arusa finally struck him. The hit was not fatal, but it did get his point across.

Maka and Arusa had both passed.

Maka happily jumped out of her weapon form. She smiled at her boyfriend and leaned on the wall closest to her. The wall that they had hit in the fight.

The next things were in slow motion for Maka.

First the wall started falling down around her. She took a look at Arusa but he was not standing there. She looked around for him when she felt something push her out the way. She fell on her ass, and did not see Arusa anymore. Next, Koby and Zero started yelling and going through the rubble of the wall. They seemed to be looking for something, 0but Maka did not know what. It was not until they pulled Arusa out the rubble that she understood what was going on. Arusa saved her life.

(Nurse office)

Maka felt empty. She felt guilty for Arusa being there.

She recalled feeling the same way when Soul was in here. She never understood why all the men in her life felt like they had to sacrifice their lives to protect her. She felt like a horrible person for causing them misfortune.

Nygus walked out and saw Maka sitting on the floor.

Nygus: You know you can see him if you want. He is resting.

Maka scambled to her feet, nodded a thanks and walked into the room where Arusa was.

She sat next to the chair and looked over his body. He had a gauze aeound his head to stop the bleeding and radom bandages and gauze everywhere. She felt awful.

She grabbed his hand and looked at him.

Maka: Arusa, I know you probably cannot here me right now, but I want u to know that I am so sorry. I did not want you to get hurt. (Tears threatened to escape) Baka, why did you jump in the way when you knew you would end up hurt!?

Maka took a breath.

Maka: I know I know. I am important to you, but you did not have to get hurt in the process. It pains me to see you like this because I... (Tears fall) I...I love you Arusa.

Maka cried a little longer until a hand reached up to wipe the tears away.

Arusa:( Looking up at her grinning) Hey, hey I do jot want the girl I love to cry a river over a few minor bruises and scrapes.

Maka looked down atbher boyfriend and gave him a fierce kiss.

Maka:( After taking a breath) I love you so much.

Arusa: I love you, too. And I will keep on loving you.

Extras:

Glammie: This was inspired by my boyfriend. I love him so much.

Kid: Hey, we need some shout outs:

ThatOneFan: I can understand the addiction, but being though it is the end of the school year, I write when I can. Sorry, I try to be fast. But know I do a lot of things. Oh and thanks.

Awesomethings: No you are awesome.

MinaBlahBlahBlahAnimeFan: Omg thank you so much. I try my hardest to make it awesome...covered in awesome sauce.

Girl-luvs-manga: He wants to know if you mean about the OCD or the prediction in chapter 10.

LnknInsanity: I cannot wait to give you more.

LOW59: Thank you and of course I will.

lovelymania101: I am so ecstatic that you love it. I look up to writers who can make you get an outloud reaction. You just make me super happy. And tell your uncle Glamm said, "U shuddup, this is gettin good". Lol.

Kid: Enough with the mushy stuff.

Glammie: Oh shush Kiddo. You are just mad because I did my reviews dance.

Kid: It was so asymmetrical.

Glammie: Hush. Guys pleeeeeaaaaassssseee review some more. They make my week.