Chapter 8 The day out
The afternoon was quiet without anyone around as Martha was busy washing the dishes thinking about Yusei and Akiza's date. 'I hope those two are having fun together right now. I'll bet they just needed a little push to admit they liked each other.' She smiled. She had just finished putting the dishes is the dishwasher when a knock came to her door. She went over and opened it to find a familiar face with orange hair and a brown vest appear in front of her.
"Hey Martha! Been a while!" He shouted.
"Crow! It's great to see u!" She shouted back giving him a big hug.
"How have you been?" He asked still in her arms. Martha then let Crow go and stood in front of him still in the doorway.
"I have been doing just fine Crow. Please come inside and make yourself comfortable while I make us something to drink." He came inside and sat down on the couch and looked around at the familiar house. He smiled and sat down on the couch.
"I see things haven't changed around here since I left."
"That's right. I like the way things are because it keeps up the memories of old." She smiled offering him some sweets.
"Thanks. So have you seen Yusei lately?" He asked taking a cookie and eating.
"Yeah he was here last night with Akiza. They just left this morning to go into town for the day and they should be back by tonight."
"Akiza?" Crow asked confused.
"A new orphan I'm taking care of. Yusei found her and brought her here and I offered to let her stay here for a while until she I ready to leave."
"Ahhh. So you got another kid running around? Must be great having some company around here again." He smiled at the thought of Martha not being alone.
"Well I do agree with you that it is nice to have someone around the house again. However Akiza is actually the same age as you and Yusei."
"What?! He spat in disbelief. Your kidding me?! You mean he is on a date right now with this Akiza person?!" He asked in a disbelief tone of voice with his eyes wide open from the shock.
"Yep. I think he likes her to tell you the truth. But she has been here for a week and this is the first time they have done something together." She giggled.
"Wow, this is big! He got himself a girlfriend! Well then I'm going to stay until they come back if that's ok?!" Crow pretty much begged as he asked her this as he was determined to meet Akiza.
"That's fine. You can help me clean up and tell me what you have been up to lately." She smirked.
"Alright." He sighed. 'But if it means I get to tease Yusei about a girl it will be all worth it.' He snickered to himself. Meanwhile downtown Yusei and Akiza just got in front of the theatre.
"We are here Akiza." Yusei said cutting the engine.
"Thanks for bringing me with u." She replied sweetly.
"Isn't that the whole point of a date?" He asked. Akiza froze and blushed at the comment. She had not thought of this as a date at all. But hearing Yusei say those words made her heart race. She had never seen herself being on a date.
"Your calling this a date? I honestly thought you would not see it that way." She admitted with her blush fading.
"I admit that I wasn't going to at first. But I have to admit that I really do like u Akiza. So I wanted to try and make this a real date because I have never had one before." He admitted nervously with a blush while slightly shaking. Akiza became overjoyed at hearing those words and couldn't help but feel immensely happy at this very moment.
"Oh Yusei! I'm so happy! I would love to make this a date with you." She hugged him hard and smiled. Yusei smiled at the fact that he now knew that Akiza and gently hugged her back.
"I'm truly sorry I didn't make myself more clear earlier. I was just scared about asking you on a date so soon after all that's happened." He admitted with a frown.
"No, it's ok! I like u too Yusei so I don't mind. I'm just happy to have the day with you." She promised still smiling
"Thanks Akiza. Well then shall we get inside and see the show?" He asked holding out his hand like a gentleman
"Yes." She replied and gladly accepted his hand. As the two went into the movie both became very nervous. Neither had ever been on a date before since neither had a real friend before.
"So, do you want any popcorn or drinks?" Asked Yusei pointing to the concession stand.
"I wouldn't mind to be honest. But I don't want you to spend to much either." Akiza pointed out.
"It's ok. I want to make sure you are well taken care of." He smiled. Akiza smiled at the words knowing that this was the way he is.
"Alright, Yusei. Then you pick out the drinks just to make it fair. I like all the ones they have so I don't care what you get me." She smiled.
"Alright then." Yusei then went and got the provisions and carried them into the movie. After two hours the movie had ended and the two stepped outside.
"That was a good movie." Akiza happily stated while stretching out from sitting in the seats.
"Yeah it was. I liked the part where the guy beat three duelists at once in two turns so easily."
"Of course u liked that part." She said sarcastically giving him a light elbow to the ribs.
"Hey! I was just saying." Yusei defended himself rubbing his ribs.
"I know, just having a little fun." She giggled with a funny smirk.
"Alright then missy, what was YOUR favourite scene?" He asked pointing his finger.
"The ending when they had kissed on the runner on the beach." She sighed happily while finishing off her cola that she was drinking.
"Of course." He replied in the same manner as she did minus the elbow. She then turned to him wit a annoyed look which quickly made his lips close.
"So what's next on the agenda for today?" She asked.
"Well since neither of us are probably hungry since we had enough popcorn, how about we go somewhere to walk it off? I'll just leave my runner here."
"That sounds nice, where to though?"
"Let's make it ladies choice." He smiled to her.
"Well aren't you the gentleman?" She smirked.
"I try to be when I can." He playfully stated back.
"Well then, how about we go to the arcade that's closest by? We can try and play some of the games together?" Yusei was a little surprised at her request as she didn't seem the type to like loud places.
"Sure. I thought u wouldn't like those loud type places though."
"Well the truth is that I never really got the chance to check them out when I was younger or growing up. So I wouldn't mind checking one out now that I have the chance. Please Yusei?" She begged which caused Yusei to laugh slightly .
"Ok then. If you REALLY want to that badly then let's go." He teased holding his hand out again. She smiled and took his hand again. She was happy that Yusei and her could walk hand in hand without being so jumpy or nervous. To her their hands fit perfectly together. When they got to the arcade it was a sight Akiza had never seen before. So many light flashing and bells ringing and people laughing.
"Wow! This is amazing!" She said in awe at the sight of it all.
"I was hoping you would say that. So shall we see what games they got inside?" He brought up heading inside.
"Yes indeed." She went in after him. They first tried and found a whack a mole game which Akiza thought looked fun.
"How does this game work Yusei?" She asked examining it closely. He then went over and grabbed the hammer on the side of the machine and handed it to Akiza.
"You take this hammer here and when the moles pop up out of the holes you have to whack them fast or they will drop again. The more you hit the higher your score." He explained in a kind manner.
"Sounds fun. I'll give it a whirl." She smiled happily as Yusei started the game. Akiza began to whack at the moles and got really into the game. As she played her mind began to unknowingly sow her where they were going to appear before they did. She hammered away at the game so well that Yusei's jaw dropped at the sight of her game play. 'Wow Akiza, you're a natural!' He applauded in is mind. The game soon ended with Akiza getting a very high score at which Yusei clapped in respect.
"Wow, your good." Yusei stated smiled at his girlfriend's skill.
"I think its because of my psychic powers that I was able to do so good. I could tell where they were going to pop up and I just went with it. I'm sorry if that was cheating on my part." She apologized.
"Nah, it's ok. Let's try something where that can't happen. He turned pointing to a air hockey table. I bet that's something you won't be able to do that with." He smirked.
"Sure thing. Though don't cry when I kick your butt TOO bad." She winked at him.
"Oh it's on now!" He lightly roared under his breath which made Akiza laugh. As they started the game Akiza was having trouble keeping up with Yusei's quick reflexes shots and realized that this game was much different than simply whacking moles. 'Damn it! I can't get anywhere with this game. He's making me look like a little girl.' Yusei didn't let up and ultimately beat her 7-2. One she got in because Yusei unbeknownst to her did it on purpose and the other was because he had sneezed and she capitalized on the opening.
"I guess you got your revenge." She panted out of breath.
"Yeah, but you were packing a bit of heat in the beginning." He mentioned trying to cheer her up.
"Well, maybe just a little." She smiled back.
"There you go! So what's next on the agenda? Anything else you want to do?" He asked looking around trying to find something they could do together.
"Well actually Yusei, can I ask you something?" She muttered fidgeting her hands.
"Yeah, of course. What is it?" He asked quietly as he could she that she was nervous about it.
"Can we, can we go to that photo booth together over there?" A slight blush crossed her face as she spoke and pointed over to where a photo booth stand was standing
"O-ohh. Y-Yeah. Sure we can." Yusei was caught off guard by the question but could tell she really wanted to.
"Thanks so much. I just want to have something to remember this day." She whispered with a hug.
"Well I know that I will never forget this day no matter what happens. He smiled at her gently. So shall we try and find a good frame?"
"Me neither Yusei. And yes let's do so." She replied with a big smile. They searched and found a frame with a beach background which made them both think about the movie.
"How about this one?" He asked.
"I love it." She replied. They took four pictures of each other in different fashions. 1) Yusei and Akiza smiling normally beside each other. 2) Akiza putting rabbit ears over Yusei's head with him looking up at them. 3) Yusei tickling Akiza ribs which made her jump. 4) Akiza looking like she was going to punch Yusei with him smiling at the gesture. They then left the boot with Akiza pouting in annoyance.
"That was mean you tickler." She pouted waiting for the photos.
"Hey, you are the one started it miss rabbit ears." He laughed.
"Yeah I guess so." She sighed with a smile knowing he was right.
"So anymore stops before we head back to the theatre?" He asked her.
"Well are you getting hungry?"
"Yeah. All that playing worked up my appetite."
"Then can we grab a bite somewhere and then we can head back?"
"Sure. Let's go there." He pointing to a Italian restaurant.
"But Yusei! That's too expensive! She gasped loudly. We don't have to go to a fancy restaurant like that! I am fine with just a ramen place or something."
"If Martha found out I took a beautiful girl like you to a ramen place, she would KILL me." He shuddered at his own words. Akiza paused and then giggled at seeing Yusei's reaction.
"But it still doesn't have to be this place." She persuaded.
"No it's ok. I want to give you a nice dinner Akiza. I promise it's fine with me." He smiled warmly.
"Oh Yusei…thank you." She blushed as she heard his words. As they held hands and walked into the restaurant Akiza saw someone she knew walking down the road. A nerdy girl with round glasses and long black hair.
"Akiza, what's wrong?"
"I thought I saw that young reporter lady. You know, the one who was following Jack around?"
"Ohh. Well I don't see her now." He pointed out looking in the same direction.
"Yeah it's ok. Let's eat." She walked inside. They then sat down and waited to be served.
"So what you going to have Yusei?" Akiza asked looking at the menu.
"I'm going to have this alfredo surprise. It looks good on this picture. What about u?"
"Just plain Spaghetti and meatballs. I'm not feeling very explorative."
"That works. As long as you like it." When the waiter came up they ordered their food and drinks and started talking.
"So, Yusei? Have you always been into duel runner and mechanics?" She brought up first sipping her iced tea.
"Yeah. I have always liked it ever since I was little. It just feels so natural for me to be around them. It's like it's become a part of me and I can't even begin to imagine what my life would have been like without it."Akiza was very happy to see Yusei like this and to hear him talk about something he loved so strongly and happily. She had never been able to talk about anything like he just did and it made her think about finding something that made her happy as well. The waiter then came and served them their drinks which were Cola for Yusei and Iced tea for Akiza.
"That sound great Yusei. I'm happy you had something like that growing up." She replied smiling while sipping her drink.
"How about you? What did you like to do in your free time? Did you have any hobbies growing up?" He asked nicely doing the same with his
"Well, I have always liked flowers as well as nature based stuff. I would really love it if I could run my own flower shop someday. To become a botanist and give plants a home in the city." She sighed happily at the thought.
"That definitely does sounds like something that would be perfect for you. Akiza. I am sure that you would make a great and not to mention beautiful store clerk." He giggled with a wink while taking some more alfredo. Akiza was in awe at what just occurred. Yusei just flirted with her! She decided that it was truly time to try and do something completely out of character. Fight flirt wit flirt.
"Well I'm very happy to hear that from such a caring and not to mention HANDSOME man." She spoke seductively which made Yusei choke a bit. He himself wasn't expecting Akiza to go that far and was quite taken but how much she had opened up in the last little bit. He drank the rest of his cola while giving off a funny smile.
"Wow Akiza. I must admit, I'm very happy right now."
"Why is that?" She pondered with her head tilted.
"Because I have now seen a new side of you that I have never seen before. You have become much more happy and outgoing since the incident and I am liking the new you that you are showing me."
"Oh Yusei…" Akiza said in shock with her eyes getting watery at his honest words.
"I am truly happy that you can be yourself and be happy with who you are and also that you are able to experience a life you never knew existed. Just remember that I will always be here if you ever want to do this again when I can." He assured her finishing his meal.
"Thank you so much for those kind words. Your so supportive of me Yusei. I couldn't be happier with anyone else right now if I tried" She smiled back. At that moment their order arrived and they began to eat. Yusei and Akiza were both happily eating thinking about how much they had learned about the other throughout the day. 'I'm truly happy that Akiza is able to open up and be herself more cause she truly is cute when he smiles happily.' Yusei thought to himself slowly eating his alfredo. Akiza who was lightly slurping her spaghetti was thinking along the same lines. 'I can't believe the day I have been able to spend with Yusei. I feel as though I have become so much stronger just from being with him and going out with him today. I hope that we can do this again soon.' She blushed at her own thought about dating Yusei. They soon finished what felt like a heavenly dinner.
"That was delicious. I can't eat anymore." Akiza moaned from being stuffed.
"I agree. It was well worth it to come and eat here." He sighed happily leaning back in his chair.
"I doubt that I could do anything else today with a full stomach." Akiza mentioned to Yusei which made him sit back up straight up.
"Well once we let out food go down, how about we just head back to Martha's and just rest for the night. I'll head back to my place tomorrow."
"Alright. That I can agree on. Akiza sighed before lightly burping which made Yusei giggle. Excuse me and you shut up." She said playfully kicking him in his shin.
"Ouch. I'm sorry, I couldn't resist, it was just to funny pass up." Yusei admitted rubbing his leg.
"Yeah yeah, whatever mister mechanic. You shouldn't tease a lady, it's very bad manners." She lectured him while shaking her finger at him.
"Well, when did you grow up and become a grown up lady?" He mocked her winking.
"Oh about ten minutes ago." She stated looking at her arm pretending there was a watch on it.
"Well anyway, I'm starting to feel much better now that I sat and let everything settle down. Shall we get going before it gets dark out. I wouldn't want to worry Martha." He brought up making Akiza nod in agreement.
"That is true. We should be heading back pretty soon." She sat up and shook her legs awake.
"Leg gone asleep?" He asked pointing to her limbs.
"A little. The feeling will come back in a few seconds. This is normal so don't worry about it." She assured.
"If you say so." He then sat up and headed for the till and paid for the meal and then went to meet Akiza who was sitting outside on the bench while looking up at the sky.
"What are you doing? Checking out the scenery?" He asked walking up to her and sitting beside her.
"I was just relaxing and thinking about stuff."
"You feel like telling me what your thinking about?"
"Mmmm, nope." She teased sticking her tongue out.
"Very funny joker. He sighed shaking his head. Well if you ever change your mind I will listen. Maybe." He joked with his tongue now out of his mouth.
"You best be careful Yusei, or that tongue will get sunburned form being out in the sun too long." she sang playfully. Yusei then spat out a laugh and shook his head at hearing Akiza's joke.
"Better than having your beautiful skin burnt." He winked.
"Why thank you."
"So what did you enjoy most today?" He turned serious looking right at her as they walked back to the runner.
"Well that is actually tough to decide. She stated with her hand on her chin thinking about his question. I don't really have a favourite moment because I loved the entire day with you. If I HAD to choose I guess it would be just having that nice dinner with you." She smiled happily. A idea suddenly popped into Yusei's head to give Akiza a good tease.
"So, the one thing you didn't want us doing became your favourite thing?" He said with a sweet yet devious tone.
"Alright I admit it. I had a great time and it was a great meal that you gave me so yes I admit I was wrong. There you happy now?!" She huffed at him which made him giggle. She then turned around as if to say I'm ignoring u now with her arms crossed
"Hey no, I was just telling the truth. He tried to explain himself. wasn't trying to insult you or anything. I just found it somewhat amusing that's all."
"Uh-huh. Sure. She said sarcastically. And I'm sure that you don't enjoy teasing me. Not even a little?" She turned her back with a stern look.
"Well…I admit a little." He confessed with his head hanging down. Akiza sighed and turned around and began to walk up to Yusei who was now frozen stiff. 'What's she going to do?' He thought as he saw her getting right into his face. Akiza smiled a innocent smile.
"Well just to let you know, I enjoy teasing you too." She smiled at the fact that she knew she had scared him with her actions and walked right past him chuckling. 'Well what do you know? She got me good!' He thought watching her walk away like she was the queen of the world. They soon starting walking together until they reached the runner parked outside the theatre.
"Thanks for today Yusei. I had a great time with you today." She smiled getting on the runner.
"Me too. If every date is as good as this I would go on one with u everyday." He said smiling back.
"You always know just what to say don't u." She laughed.
"Sometimes. He said jokingly. So would you want to go out again with me soon?" He asked her honestly.
"Yes, of course I will. I was actually going to ask you about something."
"What's that Akiza?"
"Martha said that she wanted to take me clothes shopping since I don't have much of a variety. I was just curious if you think I should take her up on her offer." Yusei thought about how to answer Akiza's question since he felt that is was a thin ice type question. If he answered yes then she might think he doesn't like her current wardrobe choices. The same applies if he said no since it might say that he doesn't want her to have variety in her life.
"Well I honestly don't know how to answer that question Akiza. He admitted with a sorry face. I think that what you decide to wear is only your decision and if you want to get some new things for going around town or even just to wear around the house then I will say go for it." He smiled.
"Thanks so much Yusei. She was about to give him a hug when she became curious about how he answered at the beginning. Wait. So what did you mean when you said you honestly didn't know how to answer?" She asked confused.
"Well the reason is because I was worried that if I said yes you might think that I didn't like what you were wearing now and if I had said no it might have made it seem like I didn't think you should change at all. So I just wanted to let you know that it is your decision." He explained in a slight panic trying not to ramble on. Akiza chuckled at Yusei's nervousness and thought he was cute when he was in this state.
"It's ok Yusei. I wouldn't be offended so long as you were honest. I tink tough I will talk to Martha about getting some fresh new stuff. After all the start of a new life is a new wardrobe." She quoted.
"Who quoted that?"
"I did." She teased.
"Oh brother." He sighed with hand on his forehead shaking it back and forth.
"Anyway, let's get back to Martha's and relax the rest of the day away." Yusei declared. He then started up the runner and headed back to Martha's. Akiza was smiling as she laid her head on Yusei's back which caught his attention.
"You tired back there?" He called to her.
"No I'm just resting my head. Your back is so warm and soft Yusei." She whispered softly yet loud enough for him to hear. He blushed at hearing her compliment him like that and also at the fact that her chest was pushing against his back again. 'I am seriously going to have to get used to this before I break down.' He thought knowing that he would hopefully be driving Akiza around more often. Akiza was also thinking about having someone as handsome and kind hearted as Yusei to have around as a friend or even more than just friends. 'I want to become closer to you Yusei. I want to know as much as I can about u and your friends. I never thought I would feel this way about anyone but I think… I'm falling in love with you.' She then lightly drifted to sleep as Yusei made his way back to Martha's after a great date in the city.
A/N: Well that is the first date of a great couple. I hope I made it to everyone's liking. I will be bringing in the twins and Yusei's friends from time to time so no one has to worry about them being left out. J