Chapter 6

Author's note: Hey, Readers! I hope you haven't given up on me. I'm in college and Im sooo busy with life that I never get to write any more. When I do write, I'm writing papers. Wooo… And I normally write late at night so…but yeah hope you enjoy this chapter!

Izzy lead T.k and Kari towards the condo. The rest of the group was waiting for them when they got there. Cody walked up in front of everyone.

"Okay, everyone go change into clothes that aren't wet. Doesn't need to be nice, shouldn't be nice, shorts or whatever. Meet back here in twenty minutes."

Everyone turned and headed back up to their rooms to change like Cody said.

"I'm so confused, Kari. I wonder what Cody is doing, and Izzy." Tk said rummaging through his bag looking for clothes. T.k. found his clothes, turned around and saw what Kari had chosen.

Kari decided to change into a light pink halter top and short shorts with a short blue wrap skirt. "Wow Kari, you look stunning!" She smiled. T.k noticed a pink drop pendant necklace on the table. "I think this will complete your outfit." He picked it up, brought it to her neck and carefully latched it around her neck. Kari smiled.

He walked to the bathroom and changed into a green T-shirt with a matching vest and gray shorts. "You look amazing, Kari."

"Thank you, T.k. You think this is a little too much though? He did say T-shirt and shorts after all."

"I'm sure it's fine." Kari grabbed her pink sandals and T.k. put his green Converse on and they headed downstairs. Ken and Yolei were the first one's downstairs waiting on everyone. Ken wore a yellow collared shirt and gray shorts. Yolei chose a red tank top and jeans.

"Wow, someone went all out." Yolei winked at Kari. "What are we doing anyway?"

"No idea." Kari said.

"Well we should head outside and find out then. I didn't see Cody or Izzy leave when we left to change." Said Ken taking Yolei's hand. Kari and Tk smiled behind them.

"And to think, Ken was nervous about asking her out after we saved the digital world." Said Kari.

"Really?"

"Yeah, he came to me a day or so after everything was finished and said he wanted to ask her out but wasn't sure what she would say. Yolei came over to talk about the same thing while I was with Ken. Boy, was that awkward."

Tk smiled. "Sounds like it. Must have been a day I wasn't around." He said taking her hand as they walked outside.

"You had stayed home from school sick that day. I came over later that night with soup since your mom was busy."

"I remember that!"

"Hey, Tk Kari over here!" Ken yelled. Tk and Kari walked over. Ken was standing on a boat launch with Izzy Cody and Yolei. "We're going out for a ride!" He said excited.

They waited for everyone else to come out. Once they gathered the group loaded onto a cruise boat big enough for about twenty people. The boys jumped in first. Matt tried to help Sora but she refused. Tai grabbed Mimi's hand as she stepped down. Ken grabbed Yolei by the waist and helped her down.

Tk had stayed up with Kari. Kari was scared that she was going to fall getting in.

"Come on, Kari! Get in!" Yelled Davis.

"I'm scared!"

"Here, I've got an idea." Tk picked Kari up bridal style and carefully stepped down into the boat and sat her down. "There you go, honey."

"Thank you, Tk. I'm okay now. I've always been afraid of falling into the water getting into a boat. It's silly, I know." Tk shook his head and put his arm around Kari.

"Looks like we are ready to go!" Tai yelled.

The sun had just started setting and was perfect for the ride. It was a two hour long ride. The boat had been stocked with sodas, water, fancy sandwiches, and snacks. The group talked an admired the sun set and water the entire time.

"I'm really glad we came here." Said Sora.

"Having fun?" Asked Matt.

"Yeah, I actually haven't had this much fun in a long time."

"Me too. I've been working in my parent's shop most days and only really get out to see Ken now. It's a nice get away." Said Yolei.

"Mom was happy I was going on a trip with friends to have fun. I've never done that before. She cried talking about it and gave me some extra money to have fun. I don't think I had seen her this happy since I brought Yolei over for dinner."

"That's so great, Ken." Said Mimi. Yolei hugged Ken.

"My mom just kept repeating "Take care of Kari, Take care of Kari." I was kind of confused. But I am listening. I'll always keep you safe, Kari." Kari blushed and smiled.

"The more you keep each other safe, the less I have to worry." Joe joked.

After the ride they unloaded and walked towards the condos again. It wasn't too late so the men decided to take the women and Tk to the boardwalk. "There was a nice little ice cream parlor. After a day in and on the water I think it would be nice." Said Cody.

"That's a prodigious idea, Cody." They walked to the ice shop and got their favorite ice cream. Outside music was playing awfully loud. After paying for the ice cream they investigated on what it was. It was a concert of a local band no one had ever heard of. While eating the ice cream they sat down and listened.

"Anyone out with someone special tonight? This one is for all the lovers out there!" The vocalist of the band yelled before starting a ballad.

"May I have this dance, Miss?" Tk asked Kari holding his hand out.

Kari gladly took his hand and walked out to the dance floor. Ken and Yolei, Matt and Sora and Tai and Mimi also walked out to the dance floor together. The rest of the group walked back to the condo to get some rest while the others finished their dance.

Once the song was finished the dancers walked back to the condo silently. The stars were shining and they were admiring them as they walked.

"You never see them like this at home, too many lights." Said Kari sadly, "I'd love to see this every night. So romantic."

"I agree." Said Tk.

"We've found many places you can see this late at night, haven't we, Tai?" Matt nudged him.

"You LOOKED at the stars?"

"What are you talking about?" Asked Tk.

"Oh you'll find out one day." Matt replied. Getting the hint Tk blushed and looked away from him big brother. They walked up to their rooms and said good night to everyone.

"Get some sleep. I have no idea what's in store for tomorrow. The agenda didn't say anything about what the special is tomorrow." Said Tai.

"When is the formal?" Asked Kari.

"The day after tomorrow, there are a few things leading up to the dance as well through the day. I'm sure most everyone will just want to get ready and all day and rest." He replied. Everyone nodded and walked into their rooms and got ready for bed.

"I'm so tired." Kari yawned.

"Let's get some rest then." Tk turned the bed down. "Come on. I'll tuck you in." Kari smiled and laid down on the bed. Tk pulled the blankets up around her and made sure she was comfortable. Tk laid down, got comfortable, and wrapped his arms around Kari. Kari fell asleep smiling feeling Tk with her.