Chapter 4:
Conspiring
Cat- Hey guys. I know I'm posting kinda early for this, but I'm kinda upset right now with parental problems. So, since I'm on Spring Break, I decided to binge-write to make me feel better. So, without further ado, enjoy this chapter (hopefully) :)
"I fell in love the way you fall asleep: slowly, and then all at once."
― John Green, The Fault in Our Stars
"It seems you're getting too attached to her."
"The closer, the better, right?"
"I don't mean it like that. It's as if you're starting to like her. Even though she's one of them."
"Trust me, someone like her deserves what's coming to her."
It was one of those days on campus. The sky was full of fluffy and gray cumulo-nimbus (rain) clouds. The dull, cloud-filled sky blocked any incoming light and heat from the hiding sun. The air was sticky with humidity as it prepared to rain.
Ichigo was walking to class with Lettuce. The sound of Lettuce's voice broke through the thick silence. "So…I hear you've been hanging out with Kisshu."
"Yeah. He's actually a really nice guy once you get to know him." Ichigo smiled.
Lettuce sighed. "I told you to stay away from him. He's bad news, Ichigo."
"You keep telling me to stay away from him, and yet you won't tell me why!" Ichigo said, raising her voice.
"Ichigo, I told you that I can't tell you. If I could, I would. But the problem is that you're not keeping your promise."
"I'm done talking to you, Lettuce. Promises are meant to be broken." Ichigo said angrily. Then she stormed off to her class. Lettuce whispered, "But friendships are supposed to be cherished."
As Ichigo got to class, she sat as far as possible from Lettuce; which just happened to be next to the window. She stared out into the gloomy sky before her. Unknowing to her, her amber-eyed boyfriend (?) sat next to her. Kisshu stared at Ichigo, noticing the distraught look on her face. "Sup, kitty?" He said.
Ichigo slowly averted her gaze to him, smiling lightly. "Hey." She said.
"What's wrong?" Kisshu asked.
"Nothing much. I just had an argument with Lettuce."
"What about?"
"Well, it was about y-" Ichigo stopped when she looked at Kisshu's curious expression. She heard the faint, yet familiar bells ringing in her head. "I-It's nothing. Just stupid girl stuff." Ichigo answered, blushing slightly. Kisshu smiled and turned to copy down the notes on the board, with Ichigo following suit.
~5 minutes later~
"Alright class," Ms. Ikumi began. "After I pass out this worksheet on proofs, you can pick a partner to work with." Without a moment's hesitation, Kisshu and Ichigo scooted their desks next to each other. As soon as they received the paper, they started working.
"Hey, kitty?" Kisshu said, looking at her work.
"Nani…?" Ichigo answered, filling out the proof.
"Do you wanna go on a date with me tonight?"
Ichigo looked up and smiled brightly. "Sure, where and when?"
"Tonight at 6, and at the café in the courtyard."
"Great, I'll meet you there!" Ichigo accepted. Then she returned to work with Kisshu's gaze still upon her. He smirked evilly. Time to take this one step further. He thought.
As Ichigo walked alone to her dorms, she noticed how it still hasn't rained yet, but the sky was still gray. Hm, she thought. When is it supposed to rain? It's been gloomy like this all day. Deep in thought, she didn't notice the faint footsteps behind her.
As she reached the dorm, she went to open the door to the building, but was interrupted when an all too familiar voice rang in her ears. "So, I see you still haven't followed my warning?"
Ichigo turned around and crossed her arms on her chest. "I told you I don't take orders from vulgar people like you." She sneered.
Mint gasped, and marched right to where she was in front the red-head. "How dare you call me such names! You're lucky we're on school grounds, because if we weren't, I wouldn't hesitate to beat the shit out of you!" She yelled.
Ichigo smirked. "Well, last time I was the one who fulfilled that role." In a split-second, she received a forceful slap in the face, followed by a swift punch in the stomach, sending her to kneel on her knees.
"Let me remind you again. Stay away from my boyfriend or this won't be the last beating you get." Mint then stomped off into the girl's dorm and into her room. Ichigo got up and wiped her tearing eyes. After she caught her breath, she walked to her room.
As she closed the door to her dorm, she went to her room and collapsed on the bed. That hurt a lot more than it was supposed to. Am I getting out of shape? I should start jogging again in the morning.
She then got up and sat at her desk. She pulled out her endless amount of homework. Ichigo sighed, and started working.
By the time she finished, it was 5 o'clock. Remembering her date, she got in the shower and scrubbed herself clean. She then got out, dried herself off, and wrapped the towel around her. She walked into her room and started looking through her clothes to find something to wear for the occasion.
She picked out a light pink casual dress that reached her mid-thigh. She put on some black flats and a black accessory belt around her waist. She also put on her favorite strawberry necklace that had a black chain. She went into the bathroom and brushed her hair. She put in her normal red ribbons and decided to add a little bit of makeup, only putting eyeliner and a small amount of lipstick on.
When she was done getting ready, it was 5:50 pm. She grabbed a light pink purse that matched her dress and a blue jean jacket just in case it rained. She ran out the dorm and straight to the café.
When she got there, she was right on time. She sighed and looked at the building. Its name was Café Mew Mew, and it seemed as though the owner had an obsession with pink. "Hey, kitty!" She heard. Immediately recognizing the voice, she turned around and smiled genuinely. "Hey, Kish!"
Kisshu stopped in front her and smirked. "I have a nickname, now?" He asked.
Ichigo giggled. "Yep! Do you like it?"
Kisshu smiled. "Yeah. So, shall we go in?" He said as he opened the door to the café and motioned for her to go in.
Ichigo giggled again, and curtsied a little as she said, "Yes, thank you."
They both walked in and waited to be seated, noticing the huge crowd inside. Then, a little blonde girl in a yellow uniform had walked up to them. "Welcome to Café Mew Mew. Please follow me to your table, na no da!"
The both followed her to the table set for two and sat down. "My name is Pudding and I'll be your waitress, na no da! So here are your menus and I'll be back in a few minutes, na no da!" The girl named Pudding then skipped away.
Ichigo watched her leave and lightly laughed. "She's so kawaii! And what is 'na no da' supposed to mean? That's adorable!"
Kisshu smiled. "I'm not sure, but she's one adorable kid."
Ichigo then focused her concentration on the menu, trying to decide what to order. Kisshu stared at her, slightly smiling. Why do I always catch myself staring at her? He thought. Also, why does my heart flutter every time I hear her laugh? This has never happened before! Kisshu mentally scolded himself and quickly looked back at the menu. "So, you know what you're gonna order?" Kisshu asked.
Ichigo smiled. "Yep! I'm gonna order a slice of strawberry cake and some milk tea. What are you gonna order?"
"Maybe some apple pie and herbal tea." Kisshu answered. Then Pudding came skipping up to them. "Are you ready to order, na no da?" She asked.
"Yes. I'll have a slice of apple pie and herbal tea, and the lady will have a slice of strawberry cake and milk tea." Kisshu answered, smiling at the young blonde.
"Okay! Your food will be here soon, na no da!" Pudding exclaimed, She walked over to Ichigo and whispered in her ear, "He's a keeper, na no da." She then ran off to the kitchen, leaving Ichigo blushing furiously. Kisshu laughed at her scarlet face. Ichigo just pouted and looked away. "You look great, Ichigo." Kisshu said as he smirked at her.
Ichigo blushed 1000 more shades of red as she muttered, "Thanks, you don't bad yourself." Kisshu laughed at her beet red face again as they received their food. As they ate, they talked, laughed, and flirted with each other. When they were done eating, Kisshu asked for the check from the blonde-haired waitress, receiving the bill a few minutes later. Kisshu paid for it, thanked the waitress, and walked with Ichigo outside. Noticing it was raining, Ichigo put her jacket over her head and Kisshu put his hood on. They both ran towards the girls dorm, getting soaked in the rain.
When they got there, their clothes were soaked through. "Thanks for the date, Kish." Ichigo said sweetly.
"No problem. So, see you tomorrow?"
"Yep! Bye." Ichigo walked to the doors of her dorm building. She stopped when she heard Kisshu yell, "Wait!"
She felt his hand gently grab her wrist and lead her to the side of the building. He stopped as his back was in front of the wall and Ichigo was standing in front of him. "What's wrong?" Ichigo asked with worry in her eyes.
"I just wanted to ask if…" Kisshu was nervous as hell for some odd reason. Goddamnit, why am I so nervous? This is part of the plan, and yet she makes me feel like this all the time. He pushed the thoughts aside and spoke the words quickly. "Will you be my girlfriend?"
Ichigo froze. She had never been asked that question before. The sound of his voice saying those words made her heart flutter in happiness. "Yes!" She said excitedly. Being in the heat of the moment, Ichigo kissed Kisshu with all the love and passion she could while he leaned against the wall. Kisshu kissed back, holding her waist as her hands crept up to lock behind his neck. The kiss soon turned into a full on make-out session, sending a burning feeling in Kisshu's chest- the kind of burning that made him feel good. What has gotten into me? He thought.
Kisshu was walking to small and secluded shed not too far from campus. He looked around to see if anybody was following him, and walked in. "Hey, sorry I'm late."
"It's about time you showed up. I've been waiting for almost an hour! Anyway, status report on the target?" A girl said.
"Going great so far. I have her wrapped around my finger. She's my girlfriend already, so we should be able to commence the plan at the Halloween Festival this weekend."
"It seems you're getting too attached to her."
"The closer, the better, right?"
"I don't mean it like that. It's as if you're starting to like her. Even though she's one of them."
"Trust me, someone like her deserves what's coming to her."
"Excellent." The girl wrapped her arms around Kisshu's neck and he placed his hands on her hips. "You're a fast worker. I commend you for that." She said seductively.
"Thank you. So, do I get a reward for being a fast worker?" Kisshu said as his eyes glazed over with lust.
"You deserve it." She said. She then kissed Kisshu aggressively, making his back meet the wall. She quickly removed his shirt and threw it further into the cabin; Kisshu doing the same to her, leaving her with only a bra on. They broke apart for a bit, gasping for air. "I love you." The girl whispered.
"I love you too, Mint." Kisshu said. Luckily their screams and moans wouldn't be heard by anybody throughout the night.
Cat- Done. Now, sorry about the ending. Mint is vital to this story so I have to make them do some stuff XD So, my guess is that there are new questions popping into your mind, like, who are they? And why are Mint and Kisshu after them? Well, these questions will be answered over time, so don't fret XD Anyway, I hope you enjoyed! Please review and tell me what you think! Ja ne!