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The Journal

Peach Doll

Chapter 4

Dresses, Daydreams, & Daisies

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Turn: Rukia

Period: Class 2- History with Kyoraku-taicho

I feel bad for Kaien-dono. I had art in first period, and one of the students spilled acrylic paint all over the front of his pants. Sometimes I can't believe I used to have a crush on him. Which reminds me, is it awkward to know that, seeing as I'm very deeply involved in the lives of his relatives, and romantically interested in Shortcake, who, well, is his cousin?

At least I kept it in the family. Or something.

Shopping yesterday was a lot of fun guys. :) I really like the idea of keeping our dresses a secret from each other, it makes it more exciting to see what we'll look like at the dance.

Since you three haven't seen my dress, I think a short description is at least alright, no? My dress is white, and sleeveless. It's quite shimmery and is full length.

Anyways, there's something short I'd like to share with you guys. You know how Shortcake and I walk home together right? Well today when we were walking home, he stopped at the river bank that runs parallel to the road, and asked me if I would sit with him for a minute. When I said we should probably at least get to his home to talk, he replied, "You once promised me you'd wait for me to come and talk to you, right?" In the end, he ended up talking to me about his mother- you all know (at least I know you do Tatsuki) that Shortcake lost his mom when he was young and I feel he deeply blames himself for it.

At the end of it all, he said to me, "Thank you for waiting Rukia. I don't think anyone's ever been this patient with me." after that, we reached his house, and he plucked a daisy from the small windowsill and tucked it in my ear. It was absolutely ridiculous, but... it made me feel soft. Admired. Cared for.

He made me feel like a girl.. a beautiful, young girl. No one's ever made me feel like that before.

Also, he invited us over to Lemonade's house on Sunday. He said they're going to be "just chilling" aka eating junk and watching movies and stuff. If you guys want, I could pick you up and we can go together.

Okay now before I say anything else, I would like you all to know that I am seriously beginning to get worried about my brother.

I think he has lost his marbles.

Last night, I was helping Hisana-nee load the dishwasher since we gave the maid the night off for a date. Normal right? Then Nii-sama comes in, a bit late from work.

He gives Hisana-nee a kiss, and then comes to me, and holds out... an ice cream cone.

"Here," he said. "A present." -in his regular baritone, quiet voice.

WHO IS THIS MAN AND WHAT HAS HE DONE WITH MY NII-SAMA?

If I see his eyes turn white or his skin turn green or hear him garble in some language I don't recognize I'm launching him into space.

Scared,

Rukia.

P.S. Auditions for the role of Cinderella are next Tuesday. I'm actually considering it... I mean.. I know the story of Cinderella.. and I've never been in a play before. I'd like to try. What do u all think?

Turn: Momo

Period: Class 3- Math with Lisa-sensei

That's not a bad idea, Rukia. My dress is very flowy, a baby blue color, and... well, think Cinderella, but no poofy sleeves or gloves. :)

LOL Rukia, now that you mentioned Shortcake's invitation to Lemonade's house, I'm reminded of this. You guys, you won't believe what happened lol. Basically... Lemonade asked me to the dance. Yes! But the way it happened was... something that will be memorable for a looong time, I feel.

TEXT CONVERSATION WITH MOMO AND LEMONADE

L: hey momo

M: oh hi lemonade

L: what r u up to?

M: Not much! finishing math hw. u?

L: Just wanted to ask u, if u and ur frends r down to come over to my place this saturday? me and a bunch of the guys r hanging out. thought it would be cool if u came too :)

M: thats cool! I'll have to ask the girls but im p sure it should be fine. what time? and shud i bring anything?

L: around 1 is fine. and nothing except ur pretty face ;)

M: aww okay :)

L: oh ya, one more thing

M: yes?

L: what color r u wearing? i need to know to match and all

M: color?

L: yeah

M: umm... color of what?

L: for the dance silly!

M: dance...?

L:

L: oh no.

L: I... I forgot to ask you to go to the dance with me didn't I?

M: I think so... xD

L: oh this is so bad... sorry about this Momo

M: its okay :)

L: so then... would u be down to go with me?

M: Yes. my dress is baby blue :)

L: sweet! can't wait.

So yes. I'm going to the dance with Lemonade. Eeep!

Turn: Tatsuki

Period: Class 4- Gym with Soifon-sensei

Hmm, okay, so my dress is pretty simple but I made sure that it is indeed appropriate enough for a formal dance, so u guys can't hound me about it ok? It's offwhite at the top, and has a red skirt that reaches to about my knees- you guys know I can't handle your princessy full length dresses, they get in the way!

Rukia, I can't believe that lol. Shortcake is such a sap, I can't believe he hasn't mustered the courage to ask u to the dance yet. he better hop to it or else! also, its almost strange to hear him acting so... soft. you know, he never was the same after his mom passed away. put up about a million walls, like he was trying to protect himself. or maybe it was to protect everyone else from him. Even though he and I grew up together, even our friendship was never quite the same after that happened. Im glad he has you.

Also- yes. I think you'd make a great Cinderella. and you'll bless everyone with your voice. we won't have to sit through hours of horrid singing like last year.

and yeah... something IS fishy with your brother. I'm not sure what to tell you except to stay strong, girl.

Momo, FINALLY! Now that both you and Orihime have dates, I'm getting worried. You better not ditch me to go make out with ur boy toys! At least I know Lemonade will be occupied for a bit of the dance, since he's DJ-ing.

And yeah, Shortcake also texted me the invite for Lemonade's "party but not really". LOL. I told him I'd be there. I'm down with carpooling if you guys are.

Ciao dudes! I'm off to use the pull-up bars!

Turn: Orihime

Period: Class 5- Journalism with Shuuhei-sensei

My dress is baby pink, floor length, and has lots and lots of pretty ruffles! I also got a matching headband to go with it. Can't wait to see how we all are going to look! Like princesses!

I felt a little bad for choosing pink, because that means Gummybear will have to wear a pink tie to match, but he said it was no big deal, and that its just a color and he's happy with wearing it because it's another reminder that I'm going with him. He's so sweet!

I actually talked with Gummybear about going to Lemonade's house on Sunday. He told me they're planning to watch horror movies- which I hate! So I thought, what if I bring my laptop and some movies of my own, in case some of us get scared and want to see something more friendly? He said that was an excellent idea. So I think I'll bring Lilo and Stitch, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Mulan, anddd... maybe Ratatouille? I know you guys are sick of it but I just love that movie so much!

Rukia, sweetie pie, maybe its possible you're just panicking? Maybe your brother is just trying to be friendlier and is awkward in his approach.

Momo, FINALLY! I'm even more excited now! You and Lemonade are going to look so cute together! I need to find my camera and get it ready!

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Orihime Inoue so excited for the dance! I got the perfect dress- and the perfect date. :)

Comments

Uryu Ishida I'm nowhere near as perfect as you are, Inoue-san.
Chizuru Honsho even though you're not my date, I'm still looking forward to a dance with u, Hime.
Uryu Ishida you'll have to get in line for it.
Tatsuki Arisawa Karate women's tournament next week! Going for the gold!
Ichigo Kurosaki good luck Tatsuki
Tatsuki Arisawa thanks bro, but I won't need it ;
Orihime Inoue we're all rooting for you!
Keigo Asano you really are a beast of a woman
Rukia Kuchiki Slay.
Momo Hinamori I'm glad your parents will be taping the match. Can't wait to see you kick butt!

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Rukia Kuchiki Good lord Tatsuki
Ichigo Kurosaki I officially know too much.
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