Ch.22
Ron did something he's not proud off, he ran. On top of that, he used a skill he wasn't aware he developed. Quickly passing by Ann, Ron gently grabbed the spatula and apron, with a shake of his wrists and he was walking behind the counter with both in hand. Putting on the apron with his back to Ann and Yori, Ron completely missed the stunned look on both ladies.
"Take a seat Mrs. Dr. P, Yori, I'll finish breakfast." Said Ron while hoping they wouldn't bring up the slip in his words from earlier but not turning around to hide his blush.
"Ah! Sure Ron, thank you." Ann said after a momentary silence.
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Ann was surprised by Ron's actions. Not his wanting to help in the kitchen. He does that from time to time but taking both the apron and spatula with only a breeze for warning. That had surprised Ann and when she glanced at Yori, she realized she wasn't alone in that aspect.
"Has he done that before?" Yori asked absentmindedly.
"The cooking? Plenty." Asked Ann not quite understanding how it was possible for Ron to take the spatula and apron! The spatulas can be understood easily enough, a quick tug and it'll slip through her fingers. But the apron was both around her neck and tied at her waist!!
"The apron. I know he is prone to loosing his clothes, which I've yet to understand but he took the apron without so much as untying it." Yori clarified.
"No, that's a first." Ann admitted, still remembering when he took the apron. Trying to see if he left a clue as to how he did it but still only remembering a breeze.
After a moment more lost in her thoughts Ann realized that she was unintentionally neglecting her guest and hurriedly spoke. "Sorry about that Yori. I was trying to figure out how he did it and neglected you."
"Do not worry Mrs. Dr. Possible-san, I was trying the same thing." Yori admitted.
"Ann please, no need for formalities." Ann requested.
Not long after Ann and Yori were off on a conversation of their own.
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Ron was doing his thing in the kitchen for a while before he noticed that both Ann and Yori had a conversation going. Finally relaxing, he focused on the pancakes.
Not long after he placed some food onto both Ann's and Yori's plates. "Order up!" He joked as he moved the syrup closer to them.
"Thank you, Ron(-san)." Ann/Yori replied in unison.
"My pleasure." Ron said turning back to the stove. As Ron went about making breakfast, he started setting a couple aside both for Kim and Mr. Dr. P.
Now that he managed to relax, Ron started to get anxious again. Here he was trying to not only introduce Yori but solve some of the distance with Kim as well. Then, there was 'Blackhole Deep' Possible. The rocket scientist had forced Ron into a couple of things but he finally had a way out. Sadly, using it was going to bring such pain that he wasn't cruel enough to inflict.
As he went into autopilot with the cooking, Ron was brought out of his thoughts by the twins voices. "Seconds please!"
With a smile, Ron flipped two pancakes to each of their plates without turning around.
"Cool!" Tim/Jim.
"Ronald don't play with the food." James Possible said by way of greeting as he sat at the table to join the others for breakfast.
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Yori was startled by Ron's reaction to being chastised by the Possible patriarch. He had tensed as if to attack before he gave a short reply. "Sorry sir."
"Dear, you know Ron wouldn't have tossed the pancakes if there was a chance they would fall. Now, look here so that I can introduce you." Ann said defending Ron and getting his attention. "This is a friend Ron made during the exchange with Japan, Yori. Yori this is my husband, James Possible."
"An honor to meet you Mr. Possible-san." Yori greeted with a slight bow.
"A pleasure to meet you, Yori." James greeted. "What brought you to side of the world?" He asked with curiosity.
"Scool Mr. Possible-san, my school's headmaster is trying to see the effectiveness of the American curriculum. Thus, I was selected for a prolonged exchange program to provide reference." Yori smoothly explained, having done so multiple times since her arrival.
"Good, now remember Yori, keep up with your studies. If there is anything you need help with I'm sure my daughter is willing to help. Don't want to go back with the wrong impression of our educational system." James cautioned, his pride in their school system slipping through.
"Of course Mr. Possible-san." Yori agreed.
Taking a moment to look at Ron, Yori could tell he was trying to appear normal but his behavior was strained. Definitely something to check later if Ron was willing to talk.
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After her mom's cruel way of waking her up this morning, Kim grabbed a shower and got ready, making sure that she looked stunning. Picking up her phone, she sent Josh a good morning text and grabbed her books making her way downstairs for breakfast.
As she replied to another text from Josh she caught the scents from the kitchen. 'Pancakes' Kim thought as the twins sped past the stairs. Turning towards the kitchen, Kim saw someone she never expected, Yori. And she had taken her seat!
Just as she was starting to seeth with anger, Kim made the connection that if Yori was here, so too must be Ron. Taking a moment to compose herself, Kim decided for a civil approach and maybe soon she'll be able to tell Ron that both Yori and Sarah were a bad influence for him. Afterall, 'I know what's best for Ron even if he doesn't'.
Still, after her decision for civility, Kim put on a smile and greeted everyone. "Morning!"
"Morning Kimmie cub(sweetie)." Replied James/Ann.
Morning Possible-san(KP)." Replied Yori/Ron.
"What brought you guys over this morning, Ron, Yori?" Asked Kim genuinely curious.
"Ah, I thought to introduce Yori and maybe we could walk to school together. It has been a while since we've hung out." Ron answered.
Hearing his honest reply Kim was surprised. 'It hasn't really been that long, has it?' She started to think when a text came in. "One sec." Kim said taking out her phone. "Josh just texted, he'll be here in 10 so we can go together."
Kim completely missed the disappointed look that flashed through Ron's face as she began eating her breakfast.
"Sure." Ron replied.
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Tara had gotten to school early. Waking up in the morning she practically ran from the house after eating breakfast. Tara sent Bonnie a text on her way over to her house so they could walk to school together. With a beaming smile she rushed Bonnie for a hug when she opened the door. "Morning!"
"Morning Tara." Bonnie replied while returning the hug. "You're practically jumping with...scratch that, you're jumping with excitement." Bonnie teased.
"Yes!" Tara agreed. "Had a hard time falling asleep yesterday so I went over my notes to make sure they were understandable. I mean his first session is today!"
"Breath, Tara! Everything is going to be okay." Bonnie said, seeing through her friend's anxiety.
"But, but...what if do something wrong?...or if I'm not...his type!?" Tara finally admitted what she was afraid off and looking at her feet.
"Tara, Tara look at me." Bonnie coaxed while holding her hands and using her thumbs to rub circles on them. "You're going to do just fine. As for being his type, I know exactly how you can check. All you have to do is..."
Tara had a massive blush when Bonnie finished speaking but she still nodded, it was a simple yet effective way to check. Once that was decided they headed to the school while discussing the details.