Lenalee woke up early that morning having had a surprisingly good night's sleep despite the persistent nightmare the night before. In fact, the nightmare only served to re ignite a spark in her that had been just a dull flame lately. Her thirst for something new and exciting was almost more than she could bear. Lenalee usually rolled out of bed slowly, and groggily stumbled through her morning routine. She would often have to backtrack as she would forget things, or mess up the order in which she did them, and would have to go back and then again. Yes, she wouldn't win any contests for grace and poise in the morning, but she wasn't trying to.
"This morning in particular, however, she hopped out of bed like a firecracker. She pulled on her clothes with fervor and tied her hair back hastily as she couldn't wait to get out of the house. This was again in stark contrast to how she usually was in the morning. She also put her clothes on without really caring what she was wearing. She only cared if it was functional and often had to look down in the middle of the day just to remember what she had put on that morning. This morning she relished it. She didn't have anything like a full wardrobe with a million different outfits and a million different styles in a million different colors, (I would like one of those one day ;) ) She did have quite a few cute outfits her brother had bought for her, but she had never thought she'd wear them, as she never much cared if she looked good when she went out. She mostly went out for chores and shopping, anyway. She pulled out a frilled, dark green top and an extremely short black skirt. Using two matching ribbons, she tied up her long hair into two side ponytails. Yes, she thought in satisfaction while looking at herself in the mirror. I certainly feel good. Very good. I think this is going to turn out to be a wonderful day. Smiling at this thought, she went downstairs to see her brother.
"Her brother was cooking again and usually Lenalee would be upset with him for wasting food and money, but this morning she was in too good of a mood for that. "Morning, Brother," Lenalee said in a singsong voice as she slipped into the kitchen. "Oh, good morning, Lenalee," Komui said happily turning his head slightly to look at her. Giving a slight, but contented smile and receiving one from Lenalee in return, Komui turned his head back to the kitchen stove. Lenalee walked up to where her brother was and peered over his shoulder to see that he was making eggs... or what used to be eggs before her brother macerated them. "Lets have breakfast together today," Lenalee proposed which surprised Komui. Usually Lenalee would make breakfast and then Lenalee would eat in the kitchen quickly and get on with her chores at a surprising speed and Komui would bring his breakfast up to his office and eat it there while he worked. While Lenalee was always rather busy with shopping and chores, cooking and house cleaning, this was nothing compared to how busy Komui usually was. Bills and taxes were only a fraction of the paperwork and files he had to do. Komui was one of the chief scientists in the Science Department, the only place for scientific experiments and advancements in town. He didn't invent many things as part of his job, but mainly supervised and dealt with the legal end of things. As a result, his office was always a mess of files, books and manuals. Lenalee rarely asked to eat breakfast together because she knew how busy he was and hated to trouble him. Bouncing back from his apparent shock at Lenalee's unexpected request, Komui smiled softly and answered in almost inaudible words. "Alright, let's eat together today then." If Lenalee hadn't been right behind him still looking over his shoulder, she wouldn't have heard him. "So may I ask why you're so excited this morning?" Komui asked sipping his coffee and picking up his fork. "What do you mean?" Lenalee asked. She figured she was happier than normal, but she didn't think she was acting that different. Komui broadened his smile. "You haven't asked me to eat with you in a long time. Aside from that, you seem to be smiling quite a bit more than normal." "Oh." Lenalee said quietly, thinking about the aforementioned behaviors. "Just had a nice dream, I suppose," she said vaguely, but confidently so as to put an end to the conversation. "I see. I'm glad then," Komui said, refocusing on his meal.
"After breakfast Komui went up to his office to work and Lenalee cleared the table and cleaned the dishes. Once she was done with that, she headed out for a while. She decided to go walking around town and maybe window shop a little. She could use a little break and a lot of relaxation. She didn't take time for herself very often. Mainly this was because she felt useless if she spent too much time doing nothing, but she always had things to do anyway so it all worked out. She started by passing a few stores and looking at the scenery. She was so engrossed in viewing the town that she didn't even notice the man behind her until it was too late. "Good morning, my dear." The calm voice came from behind her. A hand rested gently on her shoulder from behind. After the initial shock, Lenalee easily realized who it was even before they stepped out in front of her from behind. "Oh… Hello, Lord Tyki Mikk," Lenalee said trying to convey her agitation and disappointment at seeing him through her voice and the look on her face. She was irritated having been interrupted when she was enjoying her walk and when she was in such a good mood, too. However, in just the first second of seeing Tyki, Lenalee's brilliant mood easily became dark. Tyki easily recognized how he made her feel, but as he had business with her and not being one that is easily dissuaded, he put on his best and most charming smile acting as if he had no clue that his presence was bothering her. "I was looking for you," he said in a voice like silk. Though it didn't seem to calm Lenalee any as she immediately started inching away from him. Reaching out his hand and lightly grabbing her wrist, he quickly closed the distance she had made between them. I have something I wish to ask you." He continued in a mildly more serious tone. Lenalee was starting to get worried. "O-oh, really?" Lenalee asked trying to contain her worry. "Yes and it is of a quite serious nature," he said and with that, began lightly tugging Lenalee by the arms. "Wait! Hold on a second!" Lenalee cried out desperately trying to assess the situation. There was nothing that could stop him now that he had gotten wrapped up in the moment. He continued to pull her along with him as he took off. All Lenalee could do was worry as she was dragged off with him to some unknown location.
"Here we are." Tyki said as he stopped and finally removed his arms from Lenalee's wrist. He had brought her to the center of town by a beautiful fountain. This area was popular for fun and recreation as well as shopping and because of the history and beauty of the town center, many couples come here on dates. "What's this about…?" Lenalee started, but before she could get another word out, Tyki had knelt before her and reached into his pocket. "Lenalee Lee," He began locking his confident eyes with her worried and surprised ones. "Would you do me the honor of becoming my wife?" He brought out a ring and held it up to Lenalee so she could see it clearly. The ring was expensive and beautiful. Likely the most expensive ring he could buy in their small town home. Along with it wrapped around his palm was the bracelet she had wanted. She looked at him wondering how he knew about it only to see his knowing smile or perhaps it was a smirk. This look, which she had rarely seen on him, gave her a bad feeling. He had to have been watching her to know that. By this time, everyone in the crowded square had stopped and watched. Many looked happily upon them as if witnessing a touching moment, but all Lenalee felt was her blood freezing. She didn't want this. "No!" She cried out in anger, covering her teary eyes. "I will not marry you! I will never marry you!" With tears running down her cheeks, she turned and ran from the scene leaving behind a dazed Tyki who was still kneeling. He caught the pitying looks from the crowd as they became embarrassed and dispersed. Once alone, Tyki stood up slowly, clutching his marriage offerings in a death grip. How dare she make me look like a fool? Tyki thought letting his anger consume him. She will not get away with this. She will not win. I will have Lenalee as my wife and you can bet on that!