Paradise Kiss Fan Fiction ❯ The Left Hand Dreams of Him ❯ Calpis and Fizzy Lizzy's ( Chapter 6 )

Authoress Note:

I own neither Calpis nor Fizzy Lizzy's. Everyone should try both though. Enjoy the next chapter!

 

Calpis and Fizzy Lizzy's

 

“`You're worth the wait?'…. He actually said that?” Kawamura asked incredulously.

“I couldn't believe it either…”

“Do you like him like that?”

“I don't know!”

“How do you not know? You knew you liked me didn't you?”

“Er…yes, but that's different…and short-lived.”

“So? You were still sure about it. What makes you so unsure about Asaka?”

“It's complicated.”

“Only because you're making it complicated!”

It was Monday at lunch at Ryokuyo High and naturally, Kawamura and Wataru were discussing what happened after Asaka showed up for dinner. Miho had not yet been released from her class so they were waiting for her in the corridor. Wataru was ready to keep arguing with Kawamura when they saw Miho come from the stairwell. She looked annoyed.

“Kata-sensei is making us try to read an entire English novel and then write a report about it…in ENGLISH! He wants it to be at least 7 pages!”

“Ouch, that sucks. But, thankfully, Wataru has news that will definitely distract you for at least 15 minutes.”

“Ooer! What?”

“Asaka asked me out. Er…not officially, more like he plans to.”

“Why didn't he do it officially?”

“Because Wataru is `not ready'” Kawamura interjected disgustedly.

“What?! I'm not ready! I don't even know if I like him like that.”

“That's bullshit, Wataru.” Kawamura started raising his voice again because of his frustration with his stubborn friend.

“Wait a minute. I can't comment on this, I haven't met Asaka.”

“He's a lot like Kazuki, except… I dunno…different.”

“Wow. Thanks Kawamura. You're so helpful,” Miho replied sarcastically.

“Ugh you guys are so exhausting.”

“Says Wataru, the most exhaustingly stubborn person ever.”

“Shut up Kawamura, I'm not that stubborn.” Wataru got up and walked toward the canteen.

“Oh, come on Wataru! I was just kidding!” Kawamura yelled as Wataru walked away.

“Relax! I'm not mad! I'm just going to get a Calpis!”

“That's a lie. He only says that when he's angry. He doesn't even drink Calpis, he drinks Fizzy Lizzy's.”

“See? This is why you should go out with him.”

“We tried that…I like girls.”

“I wish he did.”

Kawamura glanced sadly at Miho, “I know…but he doesn't. You'll just have to find someone else. What about him?” Kawamura asked as another boy from their class walked by.

“Who's that?”

“That's Yuujirou Yoshida. He's nice, kind of.”

“Kind of?”

“Yeah, he-“ Kawamura was cut off by the five minute bell. “Miho, you should go. But if you want I could talk to Yoshida for you.”

“I'll think about it,” she said softly as she watched Wataru walk back into the classroom drinking a bottle of peach Calpis.

 

As Wataru walked home that day after school he wondered if he really did have feelings for Asaka. How is Kawamura able to tell but I'm not? I'm always nervous but relaxed when I'm with him, but couldn't that just be the fact that he's Kazuki's upperclassman?...I don't think so…Maybe I really do like him… I think I might have to ask for Karin's advice.

Wataru rationalized his feelings for Asaka all the way home, each feeble claim more feeble than the last. When he walked in the door he was greeted by the very person he'd been thinking about.

“Hey Wataru!”

Wataru couldn't speak for a moment and then stuttered, “A-Asaka… w-what are you doing here?”

“Why is it that whenever I see you, you always ask me that?” Asaka chortled.

“S-Sorry, I was just surprised to see you again so soon.”

After the shock of seeing Asaka had worn off, Wataru apologized for his awkward behavior. Asaka explained that he'd dropped by in hopes of seeing Wataru, and upon learning that the latter was not home yet, Asaka had slyly obtained an invitation to dinner. Wataru had blushed and invited Asaka to sit down next to him.

“What are we having, Karin?”

“I didn't exactly feel like cooking, so we're having tempura.”

“That's classic, so I'm not complaining,” exclaimed Asaka.

Karin giggled and served the dishes of tempura sauce first, then served a communal plate of tempura shrimp and fish. Wataru asked timidly if she had made corn fritters or had fixed any vegetables as well.

“I knew you'd be so bold and ask me that…Yes, I did. Let me get them.” She rolled her eyes and Wataru flushed. Suddenly he found himself nervous and uncomfortable, but in a… good way?

It seemed that Asaka had noticed and he grasped Wataru's hand and asked if it was because of him.

“I guess. I can't understand why this is happening though. It's never happened before, not in front of you anyway…Maybe I shouldn't have said that…”

“I'm glad you did. Maybe it means you're coming around?”

Karin came back and overheard what Asaka said. She said, “I'm sorry but I still think he and Kazuki were supposed to be together.”

“Karin! You shouldn't say those things while he's here, it's rude!”

“No, it's okay. She can say that. It lets me know where I stand in the eyes of your friends.”

Wataru was still glaring at Karin, when Asaka nudged him and gestured towards the food.

“Itadakimasu (1),” Asaka said, before he started eating.

 

 

After the meal, Karin got a phone call from one of her friends from school. She excused herself and went to take the call in her room, conveniently leaving Asaka and Wataru alone in the kitchen.

“So you've come around at last?”

Wataru longed for his touch, closed the distance between them and whispered, “Yes.”

Instead of replying, Asaka put a hand on Wataru's cheek and leaned forward to kiss him. When Wataru felt Asaka's lips on his, he felt his body temperature shoot up a few degrees and his heart started racing.

Suddenly, Wataru pulled away leaving Asaka confused. Asaka looked at him questioningly and asked, “What's wrong?”

“Nothing. It's just that my parents might walk in at any moment…” He was silent for a moment and then said in a husky voice, “Do you want to go upstairs?”

“Ooh, your sexy voice,” Wataru blushed and looked away as Asaka continued, “I like it…”

Wataru led the way upstairs to his room, hoping that he wasn't coming on too strong. Asaka, thankfully, was not scared of his feelings like Kazuki had been. They walked down the hall passing Karin's room where she was still on the phone. Her door was open and as she saw Wataru walk by with Asaka, the dark look crossed her face again.

Once inside Wataru's room, Asaka shut the door behind him quietly and slowly crept up behind Wataru while he was turning on the music. Asaka slipped his arms around Wataru's waist started kissing and nuzzling his neck. A sigh spilled from Wataru's lips as he turned to face his new love.

Mid-kiss, both boys sprang apart suddenly when they heard the door slam and a loud, “Helloooo! I'm home! Wataru? Karin?” It was Mrs. Fujii's voice calling them. Wataru quickly crossed his room and looked in the mirror, making sure that he didn't look too disheveled and Asaka did the same, although Asaka seemed much less worried than Wataru. Once Wataru finished he practically dragged Asaka out of the bedroom.

“Ah! Wataru, there you are! Who's your friend?” Mrs. Fujii asked as she noticed a smiling Asaka standing behind Wataru.

“Mom, this is Asaka Masanobu. Karin invited him for dinner…”Wataru finished lamely.

“It's very nice to meet you, Mrs. Fujii. Forgive me for my intrusion.” Asaka bowed respectfully.

Mrs. Fujii was impressed because she replied, “Oh, not at all. I'm pleased to meet another of Wataru's friends. How do you two know each other?”

“We met through Kazuki. I'm his upperclassman.”

“Oh! Kazuki! He's such a nice boy, although sadly, I haven't seen him in quite awhile.” While Mrs. Fujii said this, Wataru fidgeted and became nervous.

“Mom, we kind of had a falling out… so I don't think we'll be seeing him for awhile.”

“That's a shame…” she said mournfully and then directed her attention back to Asaka, “Well it was lovely meeting you. Excuse me please.” She went back downstairs to sample the tempura goods that Karin had left over.

Asaka kissed Wataru's cheek and said, “I'd better go. It's getting late and I still have stuff to do. But I'll call you tomorrow, okay?”

“Do you really have to go now?” Wataru sighed.

“Mmm…yeah, I really do. Oh, come on. Smile for me.” Wataru faked a big, toothy grin and Asaka feigned fear, “Okay I changed my mind. Don't smile for me.”

“Hmph. I'll talk to you tomorrow?”

“For sure. Bye.” Asaka quickly leaned down and gave Wataru another kiss and walked coolly down the stairs. Wataru overheard Asaka say goodbye to his mother, wishing her a good evening.

As Wataru turned to go to his room, he heard Karin's door open and saw her approach. “Wataru, I really liked Kazuki, you know.”

“Yeah. I did too.”