Original Stories Fan Fiction ❯ Ice and Snow ❯ chapter 7 ( Chapter 7 )

Author's Notes:

Well, here's chappy 7. Too much for the delay. Anyway, I'm trying to give my best here. I'm trying to connect the dots, and hopefully, I would be done someday…

 

Chapter 7-

“Nagi-chan, where'd you get the ring?” A girl came to Nagi and asked about the ring. Suddenly, more girls came and asked the same question. He became the center of attention in the entire room. “Why do you want to know?” He said to the girls.

“Dai-chan has the same ring… I want one. We all want one.”

“Sorry, but the ring only come in pairs.” Kai interrupted. The girls then leave, trying not to come across the raging blunette. Kai giggled in amusement. “They fear me so much. Silly girls.” He then looked at Nagi. “So, tell me something I don't know.” They walked in the classroom.

 

(Nagi's POV)

 

The room was alive with the buzzing of 30 voices, bickering, shouting, and laughing at each other. I scanned the faces of my classmates as they went around the place noisily. I sighed. Oh well. Just a typical day for me. Thank God it's Friday, I muttered inaudibly to myself. I was just about to slump in my seat and go to sleep when I heard familiar footsteps in the hallway outside. My classmates seemed to have heard it, too, for they frantically scampered for their seats. I straightened in my place as our teacher entered the now still room. He went directly to the table up front. Funny, he doesn't have the usual bulk he carries every time he conducts his lessons, I wondered as he stood there. He then coughed, disrupting my train of thoughts. He looked at us. I propped my chin on my hand, and prepared to listen.

 

“Okay class, listen up. I'm going on a trip this coming week. I'm off to some resort where a seminar will be held. Delegates from other schools from here and abroad would be present in that event. I was chosen as one of the representatives of our school,” he puffed himself significantly, attempting to impress us with what he thought was a very honorable task. I smirked inwardly. Yeah right. Go ahead. The school made a good decision in picking you. They finally realized that the school's better off without you, I thought sarcastically. He then resumed his speech.

“And since I'll be gone for a week, I have an announcement for you guys.” The room suddenly exploded.

 

“There'll be no classes?”

“Yeeesss!!! Vacant periods!”

“No quizzes!”

“No assignments!”

 

A lot more followed, but our teacher held up a hand to pacify the sudden eruption of voices. When all was quiet once again, our teacher continued with his announcement.

“Yes, there'll be no classes. Yes, you'll have vacant periods. Yes, there'll be no quizzes. But no, you will have an assignment.” The others groaned at this. I just shrugged. I was used to such terrible things.

“I'll be giving them right now. But you have the choice of working with a partner or not. It's up to you.” He explained.

Great. Finally I could work on my own, I thought decisively. But something interrupted my decision-making. As if an invisible force was pulling on my head, my gaze suddenly fell on the one sitting three seats to my left. I was surprised when I found Daisuke also looking at me. I raised an eyebrow at him.

“What? Do I have dirt on my face?” I asked, irritated. I hate it when he stares like that. It sends shivers down my spine. But why do I enjoy it? I wondered at this insight. My puzzlement was broken by his voice.

“I was just thinking if it were all right with you to work with me on this assignment.” He shrugged. I frowned at his invitation. Should I accept?

I better decline. I don't know what would happen if I were to be stuck with him. I was about to say no when someone else approached me in my seat. I gazed at my other classmate in question.

“Want to pair up with me? I see you're not moving in your place.” Mira said arrogantly.

Shut up. I know you why you want to be my partner. I'll be the one doing all the work and you'll have a share of what grade I'll get. No way!

“I'm sorry, but I'm pairing up with him.” I said in a somewhat apologetic voice. I saw my Mira's shoulders slump, defeated. Forlorn, he went away. I then turned my eyes back to the person who asked me earlier. He was smirking triumphantly. The bastard, I fumed.

“Well, I better get a copy of that assignment before we run out of it.” He stood up and walked past me toward the front of the room. I stared at him as he went to join the queue in front of our teacher's table. Oh, well…it's better him than somebody else, I thought. But it gave me the shivers. Oh dear…what would happen this coming week? I guess I'll have to wait for it to find out.

 

Ring…ring…ring…

 

(Author's POV)

 

Nagi rubbed his eyes. he had just gotten home from school. Since he was dead tired, he immediately went to his room. He decided to take a quick doze, so as to refresh himself. He had only wandered in the realm of dreams for about five minutes when the blasted phone started ringing. “Answer the phone, will ya?” Sai said. He groped for the contraption beside him, and answered the person on the other line.

“Hello…” said a familiar voice. Nagi's breath seemed to have gone. It took him a few seconds to recover. When he finally found my own voice, Nagi answered him.

“Yes?”

“Just want to know if you're free tomorrow night. I won't be at home in the morning. I have to attend something. We won't be able to start something, let alone finish anything with them there. We could work then.” Daisuke explained. Nagi contemplated on his words. Then he voiced out his query.

“'Uhmm…let me get this straight. We're going to work on that assignment tomorrow night? Night, as in when darkness takes over the land? Just wondering…what the heck will I do when we manage to finish it? I can't go home early in the morning!” Nagi complained. He heard Daisuke laugh.

“That's easy. You could sleep over here at my place.” He suggested. Nagi's jaw dropped.

“What?! Spend the night with you? What would your parents think?!” Nagi almost shouted at him. he heard him laugh once more.

“Don't worry. My parents are already dead. I'm all alone. On the pretense that nothing…quirky…would happen.”

 

(Nagi's POV)

 

I was dumbstruck. The nerve of him! What if I didn't agree on his terms? I mean, what if I wasn't permitted to go? What would I do?

 

Why, oh why did I agree? I groaned as I trudged up along the stairs heading to my partner's unit. It was seven in the evening. He had called a while ago telling me to go to his place when I'm ready. I took that as a cue to start walking to his place.

Darn. If only I hadn't…aaarrrggg!!! I fumed as I climbed the zigzagging stairway. Why was I that stupid when it came to him?

I was just about to round a corner when I felt a furry something brush past my leg. Next thing I knew, I was falling backward. Why was I so danger-prone?

“Aaaaahhhhhhh!!!!!...”

I closed my eyes, hoping against hope that I would still be in one piece after my fall. Just when I thought I was about to hit the stairs behind me and start my tumble downwards, I felt strong arms wrapping themselves around me, stopping me in the process. I caught my breath and opened my eyes.

“Thank you--” My eyes widened when I recognized who it was that caught me.

`You!” He just smirked down at me.

“Better be careful `round here. That cat often wanders about these stairs. You'll never know when he'll pop out.” He said, his smirk broadening. I stuck out my tongue at him. He just chuckled at me.

“Your welcome.” He laughed softly. “Whatever. Let's do the assignment quickly.”

 

(Daisuke's POV)

 

I could do the assignment as fast as one hour, but having him stay in my house is so tempting that I have to play dumb to make an effort. Plus, Sai supports me on this on this one. She was the one who told me to be dumb at the moment, to have him stay there. That Sai girl sure is helpful.

“You can put me down now.” He said. I forgot that I carried him up to the study room. “Sorry bout that.”

“Shall we begin?” And I brought blank papers and we answered them correctly, of course, I cause some delay until we were able to finish it by 11 PM. “Oh dear, look at the time. It's already 11 PM” Nagi said.

“You can't go home this late. It'll be suicide.” I pointed at the window, and saw that it's raining heavily outside. It was not what I meant, but hell, the weather turned to my side, didn't it? “So, I'll be sleeping in the guess room?”

“Silly, there's no guess room in this house. The house has only one bedroom, one bed. Typically for someone living alone, like me.” He gaped, “No way I'm sharing a bed with you. I'll sleep in the sofa.”

“No way. You're sleeping on MY bed. I'll sleep on the sofa. You're my guest here.” I walked away from him and turned, “It's not like I have company every now and then.”

 

(Nagi's POV)

 

Well, I do want to sleep with him, but what might he think? He might think differently. Well, I could always use an alibi. I also want to be carried by him; it feels so good when you are carried. It feels light. It feels so good. “You can't. It's too cold.”

“I'm used to it.” He replied. “I'll show you to my room.” Finally, I'll be able to see his room. We walked down the hall and into the room with a sapphire door. “Welcome to my room. Enjoy your stay.” To my surprise, it wasn't as elegant as what I imagined. It was pretty simple. The bed's big enough for two, and curtains are elegant, the carpet's so smooth; It's like a hotel room, a seven-star one. “Pretty nice.”

“There's your bed, your majesty. If you'd excuse me, I'll be making dinner.” He left. Since he was gone, I had the urge to explore everything in the room. Then, I found this strange sapphire book [what great love for sapphire… Silly Daisuke… sapphire fan-boy]. I opened the weir-colored book, and found this as his diary. I looked at the entries carefully and quickly.

“Monday, June 12.

This marked the first day of my high school life. I entered the entrance ceremony on time, got the best seat. Well, after a while, someone lackadaisically went late and entered the ceremony. He became the center of attention. He seems interesting though, gave me a big and silent laugh inside.”

“Tuesday, June 20

The second day of the second week. I accidentally bumped someone. It's a first, actually. Well, nothing to write for today except noting that I would hate girls starting today. I mean, don't they ever stop giving me letters of confession? It's hard to return them all.”

“Monday, June 14

Start of my sophomore year. I bumped at this guy, hell, he gave me a great heart-throb. My heart was pounding like crazy. I don't know why, but it disturbed me. I had to go away from this guy.”

“Friday, September 22

I acted as Shou for the play. I knew he would play as Reion, and so I had to grab the part. We practiced, and as usual, he's not in the mood to talk to him. I was hoping we would bond.”

“Sunday, October 1

After that 1 week stay, I finally enjoyed being with Nagi. I was expecting a punch in the face from him, but he was… kind. I like that. My feelings seem to grow stronger by each passing day.”

“Monday October 2

I was hurt when he talked to me. I had no choice but to leave him alone, even if it hurts me. I can't bear the pain to see him hurt.”

“Friday, October 6

Sai talked to me. At least she knows what I feel. I'm happy to share with her my life. I love talking with her. I tell her everything I feel for someone special to me. I'm glad she helps me.”

“Saturday October 7

After that accident, I'm happy. Nagi came to me. Concerned. I was overjoyed and enlightened. A little hurt, but the pain's too minimal to notice. I want to hug him right away, but I have broken bones.

So much for dreaming…”

“Monday, October 8

I realized and accepted the fact that I love Nagi. I don't lust over him. I love him for being true to himself, and for his irresistible smile. He's so peaceful, despite his actions. I love it. I tried my best to hide it from him. I just hope he won't hurt me. I don't think it's time for that…”

“Tuesday, October 9

I really love him. I do not care if he would break me. I love him. I'll listen to what he has to say to me, harsh or not. Even if he rejects me, I'll love him from afar. I'll never leave him. I don't want to see him hurt. Let me take the pain, as long as he feels pleasure. I don't care what happens to me, as long as he's fine.”

“Wednesday, October 10

I wanted to give him this letter. I know it's too soon. I can't bear the pain of him rejecting me, but I can't bear the pain of not telling him. I'll try to live on, just to see him happy. Nagi, I only wish for your happiness. If I'm not able to give what he wants, as far as I think. I want to give him everything. I can give him everything I have until I have none. If it is not enough, then he can leave me. I won't flinch. I'll cry. I'll cry till I cry my eyes out. But, I won't let you see it. I don't want to feel your pity… It hurts to know if it would be loved by pity.”

“Thursday, October 11

He's coming over! I need to try to calm down. I must… contain myself. I don't want to force him into something he doesn't want. It's not like me. I love him, and I don't want to see him hurt.”

As he turned the next page, a piece of ice-blue paper, but it smells good. He picked it up and read it.

“Nagi,

Before I bid you the grand farewell, I would like you to hear me out.

I don't recall the first time I felt this way, and it didn't matter to me when. I just know that I feel it so strong that I couldn't help but weep.

I an aware of the situation, you do not like me. Despite this, I didn't. I have always loved you, since, until now.

You can hate me; kill me with words that can kill when said. Tell me everything there is to say until nothing is left to say. I will listen. I will never talk back. I'll be what you say I am, if that would make you happy. My life would be worthless if you want it to be, if you wish it to be.

I do not wish for you to love me back, since I know you wouldn't. I just want you to know that i love you, and forever will. I only wish for your happiness, and if I am the cause of your misery, I'll gladly kill myself for your pleasure. I'll always love you, even if I am to love you from afar, I'll still love you.

Goodbye, forever.

 

-Daisuke.”

 

(Nagi's POV)

I was speechless. How true were the words written in there? And why am I feeling this? I should be mad! This is an abomination of no comparison! It's not right. It's…But I felt that my own feelings were against the very words I had said. Daisuke, why are you making me feel like this? Do you really love me, Daisuke? Do you love me as much as those words tell me, or more? Suddenly I heard footsteps nearing the room. Oh no! I better return this quick! Frantic, I hastily threw the book back to where I found it. It looked untouched from my point of view. Almost.

“So how do you find the room?” He asked as he entered the room. I didn't know if it was the guilty look on my face, or the way the book appeared lopsided to him, but one thing's for sure. By the look on his own face, I could see that he was somehow bothered. And somewhat mad. I tiptoed to the bed, hoping that he would not notice the guilty look in my eyes. I did not notice him following me. I only realized it when I plopped down on the bed. When I glanced up, he was there staring down at me.

“Question. Did you just read my diary?” He said, his tone dead serious. I gulped.

“Err—what diary? I h--haven't read any.” I stammered. He bent forward, his head touching mine. He was so close I could smell his delicious fragrance. Huh? Now where the heck did that come from?! But I wasn't able to ponder on that thought for so long. Not with Daisuke bearing down on me, breathing heavily. “Hell, you did. I'm not stupid, Zefi-san.”

“I didn't. I swear. Trust me…” I pleaded my innocence. Darn, he's so good in reading me. But one glance at his eyes and I knew it was pointless. I just decided to fight his stare. So be it! I'm not going to look away.

Daisuke scanned my face. Then he smirked.

“Oh really? Well I guess I'll just force you to say the truth.” He said. My eyes widened in shock, but I resumed my stride. I'll just have to counter him best I could.

“How would you do that when there's nothing to find out?” I said, hoping that he'd stop. But all he did was grin devilishly even more.

“Watch me…” He whispered. Oh my god, he's moving closer! Shit, what to do? I must… remain calm… Hell, what's happening to me? I'm… dropping…

Shit.

“You read it. I can tell. Naughty.” Daisuke continued to harass Nagi with words until Nagi gave in and admitted it. “Yeah, I read a few notes and something…” Trying to remain calm, hoping that he wouldn't question if he read some `secret' parts.

“Get some sleep.” Daisuke said as he picked his pillow and headed to his door. “Good night.”

“Wait!” I ran to him and grabbed his wrist. “Let's sleep together.” He raised an eyebrow on me, but I was expecting that. “I mean, it's cold and all, so we might as well share body heat.” He went away anyway, but I grabbed him and held him close, preventing him from escaping. He shrugged. I took that as a `yes' and so I dragged him to his bed and lied there with him. He was still, and facing me back.

 

(Author's POV)

 

They both lied side by side on the same bed. The moonlight illuminates the room, not completely, but enough to see each other's face. But there was one problem; Daisuke was facing back at Nagi, at the edge of the bed, trying to get away from Nagi. Nagi sighed. He had wished to stay with him close, trapped in a tightened embraced. But that was all in his dream.

He had to do it himself.

He moved closer to Daisuke, just enough to give Dai a space. He pulled him closer, encasing him on a tight embrace. Daisuke flinched. Nagi giggled silently. Daisuke looked at Nagi with weak eyes, not sleepy, with a slight hint of pink on his cheeks. “Zefi-san…” He said in a weak and trembling voice. “It's cold. It's just right for us to share body heat.” But, I want to embrace you tightly, and hold you till the end of time. Daisuke though for a while and replied, “…I suppose.” And he snuggled onto Nagi's chest, as Nagi guided him to go closer.

There they were, lying together in a tight embrace. Nagi could feel Daisuke's breath touching his bare chest. He could smell Dai's hair. Hmm… Smells like cherry… very sweet. He could've feel Dai's heartbeat beating very fast. “You won't sleep if you feel nervous. Calm down, I'm right here beside you.” He said in a calm voice. He could feel Dai's heartbeat slowing down, his breath going slower and calmer. He looked at Dai's face, so peaceful and loving. He pecked Dai's forehead, “Please tell me what you need to tell. Please don't keep things from me. I feel… betrayed…” He saw Dai smirked. “You have a sweet smile…” He slowly closed his eyes and slowly fell to sleep.

 

Author's Notes:

Haha, time to cut this. Got carried away in the story line. This is not the end, and don't think of anything for a while, coz you'll fret. Just kidding.

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