Rurouni Kenshin Fan Fiction ❯ Can't Run From The Past Forever ❯ Party Planning ( Chapter 8 )
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By: Safrin108 
Kayko plans Kaoru's 18th birthday. Kenshin finds out Kaoru's new plans.
Anime/Manga: Rurouni Kenshin Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Romance / Hentai / Drama / Adventure / Action | Type: Alternate Universe | Uploaded On: 09.06.2011 | Pages: 4 | Words: 4.7K | Visits: 245 | Status: Completed
Kayko plans Kaoru's 18th birthday. Kenshin finds out Kaoru's new plans.
Anime/Manga: Rurouni Kenshin Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Romance / Hentai / Drama / Adventure / Action | Type: Alternate Universe | Uploaded On: 09.06.2011 | Pages: 4 | Words: 4.7K | Visits: 245 | Status: Completed
Hey everyone. Yeah I know, I lied when I said I’d get them up. I got side tracked, like hard core. I said I was going to try and be more on top of things with my stories and I haven’t been. So for that I apologize. I think what I want to do is focus on one story and try to finish it out! After this one, I’m going to move onto my Inuyasha story. After that, my Harry Potter. I’m not sure if that’s what I’m going to do officially, but it’s what I’m thinking about. The main issue I’m having is my Harry Potter and this story I already know what I want and I already have the whole storyline planned. It’s been so long since I’ve wrote my Inuyasha story, I completely forgot what the storyline was and I don’t know what I could make out of what I have. So that’s a little snag in the road I hit. Well here’s the story!! It took a long time for me to get it out, but hopefully it will be worth it!
Disclaimer: I do not own any of the Rurouni Kenshin characters, although I do own Kayko. She is a character that I based off on one of my closest friends. Hope you like it!
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The week seemed to have passed quickly. The soon to be birthday girl sat on a couch, watching her friends rush around the house, trying to prepare things for the next day. Kayko and Megumi had been cooking all day, Misao was decorating the whole house along with Sano and Yahiko, Kenshin had made about four trips to the grocery store, and Hiko had disappeared in the morning, hoping to get out of party planning. As for Kaoru, she barely left her spot of the couch. No matter how many times she tried to help, Kayko and Misao would make her sit back down, claiming that they had everything under control. It was really starting to annoy her. She sighed rubbed her eyes. Why did they have to throw a party anyway? Moving her hands off her face, she glanced up and saw Kenshin walking out of the kitchen, his car keys in his hand.
“Going to the store again?” She asked. Kenshin looked at her.
“Unfortunately,” he answered. Kaoru giggled.
“At least you’re getting out. I’ve sat in this spot almost all day.” Kenshin chuckled.
“Something tells me you’re not excited for this party, that you aren’t,” he said. Kaoru sighed.
“I’m not.” Kenshin smiled slightly. “I’d prefer a quiet dinner.”
“Quiet isn’t exactly in Kayko’s category,” he said with a chuckle. Kaoru smiled.
“Can I come with you? To the store?” Kaoru gave him the puppy eyes. Kenshin chuckled again.
“Sure, Kaoru-dono.” She squealed and jumped up, slipping on her shoes.
“Well then lets go. We mustn’t waist time!” She said, looping her arm through his and pulling him out the door. Kenshin laughed and walked with her.
‘’’’’
“Alright everyone get in here!!” Kayko yelled from the kitchen. Megumi looked up from the cupcakes she was decorating. Misao walked in, Sano and Yahiko following in behind her. Kayko looked at everyone. “So the baking is almost done. The cake is done and I have almost everything I need for the steaks tomorrow.” Sano and Yahiko smiled at one another at the mention of Kayko’s steaks. “How’s the decorating coming?” Kayko asked Misao.
“Everything is almost done. All is left is the game room downstairs since Kenshin said he doesn’t want his living room trashed.” Kayko smiled.
“Good everything is going according to plan HEY!” She yelled. Sano and Yahiko both froze, their hands inches away from the cupcakes. “Back off!”
“Aw come on Kayko. Just one?” Yahiko begged.
“Yeah we need to make sure that they are good,” Sano insisted. Kayko raised an eyebrow.
“You really need to test my cooking?” She asked, placing her hands on her hips. The two guys looked at one another.
“She has a point,” Yahiko says to Sano. Sano nodded and looked at Kayko.
“PLEASE?!?!?!” They begged, giving her the puppy eyes. Kayko raised an eyebrow.
“Aw…no.” Kayko pushed them out. Both boys grumbled and sat themselves on the couch. She rolled her eyes and looked at Misao. “I swear those two.” Misao giggled.
“So where’s Kaoru?” Misao asked, jumping on the counter.
“Last time I saw her she was in the living room,” Kayko answered, helping Megumi with icing the cup cakes. Megumi smiled.
“You don’t listen do you?” She said to the two teens. Both girls blinked at her. Megumi snickered. “She went to the store with Ken-san.” Misao blinked, but Kayko smiled.
“Did she now?” She giggled. Megumi snickered more and went back to focusing on the cupcakes. Misao looked between the two of them confused.
“Wait I’m confused,” she said looked between the two. Megumi snickered and looked at her.
“Kaoru has a slight crush on Ken-san.” Misao giggled.
“Aw!! That’s so cute! Does Kenshin like her back?” Megumi shrugged and looked at Kayko, before looking back at Misao.
“I’m not sure,” she replied. Kayko smiled.
“I’m sure he does,” she said, causing the other two to look at her.
“How do you know?” Misao asked.
“I know Kenshin.”
‘’’’’
‘Today has been an amazing day!’ A 13-year-old Kaoru thought as she walked down the sidewalk to her house. One good thing seemed to happen one right after the other. She had passed all of her exams with all As, found out she was one of the top 10% of her class, than it ended with her crush asking her to his end of the year party. So consumed in her thoughts she hadn’t realized she was already home. Walking up the steps to her front door slowly, she stopped outside her front door. ‘Please…please be in a good mood…or just don’t be home…’ she thought as she slowly opened the door.
She stepped in the house and looked around, closing the door quietly behind her. “Dad?” She called out into the house. Getting no response, Kaoru dropped her bag by the stairs and walked into the living room. “Dad?” she called again when she saw the living room empty. Sighing lightly she picked up her bag and made her way up the stairs to her room. Tossing her bag by her computer desk, she made her way to her closet to pick out an outfit for the party. Shuffling through her closet for several minutes, she finally picked out dark blue jeans and a white tank with a light blue shirt to go over it. Looking herself over in the mirror, she smiled in satisfaction. Suddenly her smile dropped; she forgot about her arms. Moving over to her dresser, Kaoru pulled out her white, fingerless, arm guards and slipped them onto her arms. Smiling she moved to the bathroom to work on her hair.
A few hours later, Kaoru was walking down the sidewalk with her friend Naomi to the party.
“I’m so excited!!” Naomi exclaimed, looking at Kaoru. Kaoru giggled and nodded her head in agreement. “I can’t believe Enishi invited you to his party, and you’re bringing me!”
“I know! I didn’t even think he knew I existed!” Both girls squealed and continued down the sidewalk. Finally the two arrived at the house. Kaoru could see kids from their class, as well as many older people, everywhere and could hear music booming. Turning her head and smiling at Naomi, the two walked into the house. Kaoru winced slightly at the loud music before taking in the sight of the house. The two girls mouths dropped open.
“This place is huge!!!” Naomi exclaimed over the music. Kaoru nodded her head in agreement. An hour or so passed and Kaoru sat alone on one of the many couches in the house. Naomi had disappeared long ago. Sighing to herself, she pulled out her cell to check the time. ‘It’s getting late,’ she thought, ’Dad’s not gonna be happy if I come really late.’ Sliding her phone back into her pocket, she felt the spot next to her on the couch sink in a little. Looking over, her eyes widen when she saw her crush, Enishi Yukishiro, sitting next to her smiling.
“Found you finally,” he said. Kaoru blinked.
“You were looking for me?” She asked him. Enishi chuckled.
“Well yeah. I invited you, didn’t I?” Kaoru smiled.
“Yes, but I didn’t know it was because you wanted to talk to me or anything, I thought you were just saying I could come.” Enishi chuckled.
“Nah, I’ve liked you for a while, but you’re always so to yourself that I’ve never plucked up the courage to talk to you.” Kaoru giggled. “Do you want something to drink?” He asked. She smiled and nodded her head. Smirking, Enishi got up and held his hand out to her. Kaoru smiled more and took his hand, letting him lead her to the kitchen. “Wait here,” he told her, “I’m gonna get something from the garage.” He walked out. Kaoru leaned against a part of the counter that wasn’t occupied by someone. While she waited, she looked around the large kitchen. ‘His parents must be rich,’ she thought.
“Hey Kaoru!!” She looked over and saw Naomi coming towards her with a cup in her hand.
“Hey where did you go?” Naomi hiccupped and giggled. Kaoru blinked at her. “Naomi have you been drinking?” Naomi giggled and nodded her head. Kaoru frowned and took the cup from her and sniffed it. Scrunching her nose lightly at the smell, she sat the cup aside. “Naomi you are way to young for that! Most of the kids here are!” Her friend waved her hand.
“Pipe down Kao…there are mooore then thirtheen year oolds and fourfteen year oolds here,” she slurred. Kaoru sighed.
“You need to get home, Naomi. You’re drunk.” Kaoru tried to take her friends arm, but Naomi just scrunched up her face and backed up.
“Noooo, I’m fine. I wanna stay a little longer. What haff you been doing?” She asked her. Kaoru frowned more.
“I was talking to Enishi a few minutes ago, but he went to get me something to drink.” Naomi smiled.
“What did you assssk him to get?” She slurred more. Kaoru opened her mouth again to convince her friend to go home, but stopped. Naomi had sort of made a point. She didn’t tell Enishi what she wanted, he just walked off. Shaking her head slightly, she reached for her friend’s arm again.
“Come on Naomi, you need to get home.” Naomi shook her off again.
“Nooooo, I’m fine. Lemmie stay a wile longer!” Kaoru opened her mouth to protest when she felt a hand on her shoulder. Turning her head she looked to see Enishi holding a cup out to her.
“Here you are,” he said. Kaoru took the cup and looked in it, before sniffing the sent lightly.
“I don’t drink,” she said, handing the cup of alcohol back to him. Enishi raised an eyebrow.
“One cup isn’t going to kill you, blue eyes.” She sighed.
“You’re parents allow you to drink and throw parties?” She asked. Enishi set the cup a side and leaned against the counter.
“My parents are dead,” he replied. Kaoru gapped slightly.
“Oh, I’m so sorry,” she said quietly. Enishi shrugged.
“It was a while back. To answer you question that I know you’re going to ask, I live with my older sister, and yes she does let me have parties as long as they don’t get out of hand. As for the drinking, what she doesn’t know won’t hurt her.” He smiled and took a sip of his drink. Kaoru chewed on the inside of her cheek. He sighed and set his cup down. “Come on,” he took her hand, “lets go somewhere and talk where it’s more quiet.” Kaoru smiled and held his hand as he led her off. The two made their way up the stairs and to the second floor. He led her a little ways down the hall and stopped, turning to look at her. “One moment,” he said before leaving her there and walking off, disappearing around the corner of the hall.
“Okay,” she replied quietly. Moving over to the wall, she began looking at all the photos. There were some on Enishi when he was young, some of a man and a women (who she is guessing are his parents), and her eyes stopped on a picture of a beautiful girl. Smiling slightly she looked around for more pictures of the girl. Moving a little further down the wall she found another, but in this picture the girl was older, in her teens. “Wow,” she whispered to her self. The girl had long midnight black hair and piercing eyes.
“Tomoe,” Enishi said behind her. Kaoru turned and looked at him, before looking at the picture.
“You sister?” Enishi nodded. “She’s beautiful.”
“I’ll pass on the message,” he said smiling.
“Where is she?” Kaoru asked, turning and looking at him.
“Her boyfriend’s house,” he answered, his eyes darkening slightly at the thought.
“Oh, but she knows that you’re having a party.” Enishi nodded. “And her being gone is the reason there’s alcohol.” He chuckled.
“Yeah. When she’s home there isn’t, but what’s the harm in a little extra fun when she’s not?” Kaoru rolled her eyes slightly. He chuckled. “Come one,” he said, taking her hand once again and leading her down the hall. Turning the corner, he pulled her into the first door on the left. Kaoru looked around the room. The walls were a light gray, posters of cars, sports teams, and girls from magazines scattered here and there. His bed was a dark brown with a dark blue comforter and black sheets. On the far side of the wall was a bookshelf, a dark brown desk with a computer sat next to it. In the corner on the other side of the room was a dark brown dresser.
“Very masculine,” she said, looking at him. Enishi chuckled and sat on the bed.
“Of course. And what does yours look like? Pink?” Kaoru giggled and shook her head, sitting next to him.
“No, actually, it’s a light blue.” Enishi chuckled.
“Still a chick color,” he said. She laughed.
“Better than gray,” she said giggling. Enishi chuckled and placed his hand behind her on the bed, leaning on it slightly.
“Are you having fun?” He asked her. Kaoru smiled.
“Maybe a little,” she answered, smiling. Enishi smirked and leaned in closer to her.
“Wanna make it fun?” He asked her. Kaoru frowned and he leaned in closer. She turned her head before his lips connected with hers.
“I barely know you,” she told him. Enishi shrugged.
“So?” He said, leaning in again. Kaoru got up and stepped back slightly.
“I’m not going to kiss a guy I barely know,” she told him.
“Who said anything about just kissing?” Kaoru scoffed.
“I’m not going to fool around with a guy I barely know, let alone at the age of 13!” She exclaimed. Enishi rolled his eyes and got up.
“Come on Kaoru, I thought you liked me.” Kaoru softened slightly.
“I do like you,” she said quietly. Enishi moved towards her.
“Then show it,” he said, pulling her to him. Kaoru scoffed and shoved him back. “Come on if you like me show it.” Kaoru shook her head.
“Fuck off,” she said, turning around and walking out. Enishi groaned in frustration and sat on his bed. Kaoru made her way down the hall and down the stairs. Looking around she began searching for Naomi. When she found her, she was passed out on one of the couched in the second living room. Sighing she walked over to her and shook her shoulder lightly. “Naomi?” Her friend opened her eyes and looked at her.
“Kao!!!” She giggled. Kaoru sighed and pulled her up.
“Come on,” she said, putting Naomi’s arm over her shoulders. “Lets get you home.” Naomi muttered something, but made no move to get away. It took a while, but Kaoru finally got Naomi home. She explained to her mom what had happened and let her take her friend. She thanked Kaoru for bringing Naomi home and Kaoru headed to her own home. Pulling out her phone she checked the time again. It read 2:24. Sighing she put it back in her pocket. ‘Dad’s gonna kill me if he catches me sneaking in.’ Arriving at her house, she quietly opened the door. Poking her head in and taking a quick peak around, she closed the door behind her and slowly made her way to the stairs.
“Kaoru,” she heard a stern voice coming from the living room. Cursing lightly to herself, she stood tall and walked into the living room to face her fait.
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Kaoru groaned and opened her eyes, looking over at her phone. Kayko’s ring tone was what had woken her up. Groaning again, the now 18 year old reached over and grabbed her phone. Pressing the answer call, she put it to her ear.
“Hello?” She answered, groggily.
“HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!” Kayko yelled through the phone. Kaoru groaned and held the phone away from her ear until Kayko finished singing. When she was sure she was done, she brought the phone back to her ear.
“Thanks,” she said. Kayko giggled.
“Rise and shine sleepy head!! It’s your birthday!!!” Kaoru rolled her eyes.
“And as birthday girl, I wanna sleep,” she said sitting up and looking around the room for Megumi.
“No it’s almost nine! So get up! And don’t bother looking for Megumi, she’s over here! I got a big day planned for you! The guys are gonna take you out to breakfast while Misao, Megumi, Hiko, and I finish up here at the house! Your party starts at 4:00! Until then the guys are keeping you out of the house so you don’t see anything!” Kaoru sighed.
“How am I suppose to dress?” She asked, standing up and making her way to the bathroom. Kayko clicked her tongue on the other line.
“Party casual I guess! Like a nice shirt and some shorts with flip-flops!” Kaoru pinched the bridge of her nose.
“Kayko do you really need to scream into the receiver?” Kayko paused for a moment.
“Yes!” She giggled. Kaoru rolled her eyes.
“Whatever, what time am I being picked up?” She asked.
“In thirty minutes I believe!” Kaoru groaned.
“Couldn’t you have given me more time?” Kayko giggled.
“Sorry! I meant to wake you up at 8:30, but I’ve been so busy over here I lost track of time. Just hasten your usual getting ready time a little and you’ll be alright! Gotta go! See ya!” Kaoru heard the line go dead and sighed. Setting her phone on the bathroom counter, she looked herself over in the mirror. Running over what needed to be done in her head, she turned on the water for a quick shower.
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20 minutes later, Kaoru was seated on the floor in front of a mirror, straightening her hair. She had taken a 10 to 13 minute shower before hopping out and throwing on dark blue jean shorts and plain blue shirt. Setting the Straightener down, she grabbed her makeup bag. She pulled out her eyeliner and lightly put it on before putting on a little mascara. Looking herself over in the mirror, she smiled slightly and got up.
Knock Knock Knock!! “Kaoru-dono?” Kaoru turned her head and looked at the door, then at the clock. She walked over to the door.
Knock Knock Knock “Jou-chan come on!!! Don’t take all day!” She rolled her eyes and opened the door. Sano blinked at her.
“Cool your jets rooster boy, I’m ready. I was waiting on you guys,” she said. Yahiko looked at her clothes.
“I thought Kayko said party casual,” he stated. Kaoru raised an eyebrow.
“Yeah for the party, but we aren’t going to that yet now are we, brat?” She stated. Yahiko glared at her.
“Hey now, ugly! Don’t you get me started!!”
“Alright lets get going! We got a big day a head of us!” Kenshin said stepping between the two. Everyone nodded their heads. Kaoru slipped on some white flip-flops and grabbed the room key before closing the door to the room behind her. Kenshin smiled.
“Alright lets get some grub!” Sano said, walking down the hall, Yahiko walking next to him. Kaoru rolled her eyes and started walking with Kenshin.
“Kaoru-dono.” Kaoru turned her head and looked at him. “Happy 18th birthday,” he said, smiling. Kaoru blushed slightly and smiled.
“Thank you, Kenshin,” she said back. He reached out and grabbed her hand, giving it a light squeeze, then let go. Kaoru smiled even bigger.
“Come on slow pokes!” Yahiko yelled from the elevator.
“Yeah we’re hungry!” Sano yelled. The two shook their heads and walked to the elevator.
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The red head rubbed his temples in annoyance. They had arrived at the Akebeko 30 minutes ago and since the car ride, Yahiko and Kaoru had been going at it, insult after insult. Sighing in frustration, Kenshin looked at the two, then at Sano. Sano seemed to be enjoying their bickering, considering he was wearing a smile on his face.
“Why don’t you do something different with your hair then having it straight or in a pony tail? You’re never going to get a mans attention that way.” Yahiko said. Kaoru glared at him.
“I’m not looking to attract any men! Besides why do you care, you insensitive brat!” She snapped back. The young teen chuckled.
“I’m trying to help you, hag. Besides, you’re ruining my image!” Everyone looked at him.
“You’re image?” She repeated.
“Yes! I’m a very good-looking guy! It’s hard to get girls when you’re seen with an ugly raccoon lady all the time!” Kaoru’s cheeked flushed with anger.
“Ugly raccoon lady!?!?! Are you kidding me?!?!” She yelled, catching the attention of a few people in the café. Kenshin decided this was a good time to intervene.
“Alright you two,” he said quietly, “That’s enough, Yahiko it’s Kaoru-dono’s birthday today. You should be nicer to her that you should.” Yahiko sighed.
“Yeah yeah. Her aging isn’t gonna do much for her looks.” Kaoru glared at him and opened her mouth to snap back, but Kenshin beat her to it.
“Yahiko that’s enough,” he said quietly, but firmly. Yahiko looked at him for a brief moment, before nodding his head. Kaoru blinked and looked at Kenshin. He had a glint in his eyes, and his violet eyes were slightly darker. Sano cleared his throat.
“Alright so,” he started,” Jou-chan, are you excited for your party?” Kaoru blinked and turned her attention to him.
“What? Oh the party. Yeah I suppose,” she answered. Sano raised an eyebrow,
“Why only you suppose?” He asked. The 18 year old shrugged,
“I’ve never been a party person. I’m more of a quiet dinner,” she answered. Sano chuckled.
“Well I’m sure you’ll have fun.” Kaoru raised an eyebrow.
“Me or you? I already told Kayko, no alcohol,” she said with a smirk. Sano chuckled, holding his hands up in defense.
“Alright fair enough!” He said. Kaoru giggled.
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Well there you have it!!! I hope you liked it!!! I wanted to continue on, but I thought hey I’ve waited long enough to post it! So there you go! Review??
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Disclaimer: I do not own any of the Rurouni Kenshin characters, although I do own Kayko. She is a character that I based off on one of my closest friends. Hope you like it!
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The week seemed to have passed quickly. The soon to be birthday girl sat on a couch, watching her friends rush around the house, trying to prepare things for the next day. Kayko and Megumi had been cooking all day, Misao was decorating the whole house along with Sano and Yahiko, Kenshin had made about four trips to the grocery store, and Hiko had disappeared in the morning, hoping to get out of party planning. As for Kaoru, she barely left her spot of the couch. No matter how many times she tried to help, Kayko and Misao would make her sit back down, claiming that they had everything under control. It was really starting to annoy her. She sighed rubbed her eyes. Why did they have to throw a party anyway? Moving her hands off her face, she glanced up and saw Kenshin walking out of the kitchen, his car keys in his hand.
“Going to the store again?” She asked. Kenshin looked at her.
“Unfortunately,” he answered. Kaoru giggled.
“At least you’re getting out. I’ve sat in this spot almost all day.” Kenshin chuckled.
“Something tells me you’re not excited for this party, that you aren’t,” he said. Kaoru sighed.
“I’m not.” Kenshin smiled slightly. “I’d prefer a quiet dinner.”
“Quiet isn’t exactly in Kayko’s category,” he said with a chuckle. Kaoru smiled.
“Can I come with you? To the store?” Kaoru gave him the puppy eyes. Kenshin chuckled again.
“Sure, Kaoru-dono.” She squealed and jumped up, slipping on her shoes.
“Well then lets go. We mustn’t waist time!” She said, looping her arm through his and pulling him out the door. Kenshin laughed and walked with her.
‘’’’’
“Alright everyone get in here!!” Kayko yelled from the kitchen. Megumi looked up from the cupcakes she was decorating. Misao walked in, Sano and Yahiko following in behind her. Kayko looked at everyone. “So the baking is almost done. The cake is done and I have almost everything I need for the steaks tomorrow.” Sano and Yahiko smiled at one another at the mention of Kayko’s steaks. “How’s the decorating coming?” Kayko asked Misao.
“Everything is almost done. All is left is the game room downstairs since Kenshin said he doesn’t want his living room trashed.” Kayko smiled.
“Good everything is going according to plan HEY!” She yelled. Sano and Yahiko both froze, their hands inches away from the cupcakes. “Back off!”
“Aw come on Kayko. Just one?” Yahiko begged.
“Yeah we need to make sure that they are good,” Sano insisted. Kayko raised an eyebrow.
“You really need to test my cooking?” She asked, placing her hands on her hips. The two guys looked at one another.
“She has a point,” Yahiko says to Sano. Sano nodded and looked at Kayko.
“PLEASE?!?!?!” They begged, giving her the puppy eyes. Kayko raised an eyebrow.
“Aw…no.” Kayko pushed them out. Both boys grumbled and sat themselves on the couch. She rolled her eyes and looked at Misao. “I swear those two.” Misao giggled.
“So where’s Kaoru?” Misao asked, jumping on the counter.
“Last time I saw her she was in the living room,” Kayko answered, helping Megumi with icing the cup cakes. Megumi smiled.
“You don’t listen do you?” She said to the two teens. Both girls blinked at her. Megumi snickered. “She went to the store with Ken-san.” Misao blinked, but Kayko smiled.
“Did she now?” She giggled. Megumi snickered more and went back to focusing on the cupcakes. Misao looked between the two of them confused.
“Wait I’m confused,” she said looked between the two. Megumi snickered and looked at her.
“Kaoru has a slight crush on Ken-san.” Misao giggled.
“Aw!! That’s so cute! Does Kenshin like her back?” Megumi shrugged and looked at Kayko, before looking back at Misao.
“I’m not sure,” she replied. Kayko smiled.
“I’m sure he does,” she said, causing the other two to look at her.
“How do you know?” Misao asked.
“I know Kenshin.”
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‘Today has been an amazing day!’ A 13-year-old Kaoru thought as she walked down the sidewalk to her house. One good thing seemed to happen one right after the other. She had passed all of her exams with all As, found out she was one of the top 10% of her class, than it ended with her crush asking her to his end of the year party. So consumed in her thoughts she hadn’t realized she was already home. Walking up the steps to her front door slowly, she stopped outside her front door. ‘Please…please be in a good mood…or just don’t be home…’ she thought as she slowly opened the door.
She stepped in the house and looked around, closing the door quietly behind her. “Dad?” She called out into the house. Getting no response, Kaoru dropped her bag by the stairs and walked into the living room. “Dad?” she called again when she saw the living room empty. Sighing lightly she picked up her bag and made her way up the stairs to her room. Tossing her bag by her computer desk, she made her way to her closet to pick out an outfit for the party. Shuffling through her closet for several minutes, she finally picked out dark blue jeans and a white tank with a light blue shirt to go over it. Looking herself over in the mirror, she smiled in satisfaction. Suddenly her smile dropped; she forgot about her arms. Moving over to her dresser, Kaoru pulled out her white, fingerless, arm guards and slipped them onto her arms. Smiling she moved to the bathroom to work on her hair.
A few hours later, Kaoru was walking down the sidewalk with her friend Naomi to the party.
“I’m so excited!!” Naomi exclaimed, looking at Kaoru. Kaoru giggled and nodded her head in agreement. “I can’t believe Enishi invited you to his party, and you’re bringing me!”
“I know! I didn’t even think he knew I existed!” Both girls squealed and continued down the sidewalk. Finally the two arrived at the house. Kaoru could see kids from their class, as well as many older people, everywhere and could hear music booming. Turning her head and smiling at Naomi, the two walked into the house. Kaoru winced slightly at the loud music before taking in the sight of the house. The two girls mouths dropped open.
“This place is huge!!!” Naomi exclaimed over the music. Kaoru nodded her head in agreement. An hour or so passed and Kaoru sat alone on one of the many couches in the house. Naomi had disappeared long ago. Sighing to herself, she pulled out her cell to check the time. ‘It’s getting late,’ she thought, ’Dad’s not gonna be happy if I come really late.’ Sliding her phone back into her pocket, she felt the spot next to her on the couch sink in a little. Looking over, her eyes widen when she saw her crush, Enishi Yukishiro, sitting next to her smiling.
“Found you finally,” he said. Kaoru blinked.
“You were looking for me?” She asked him. Enishi chuckled.
“Well yeah. I invited you, didn’t I?” Kaoru smiled.
“Yes, but I didn’t know it was because you wanted to talk to me or anything, I thought you were just saying I could come.” Enishi chuckled.
“Nah, I’ve liked you for a while, but you’re always so to yourself that I’ve never plucked up the courage to talk to you.” Kaoru giggled. “Do you want something to drink?” He asked. She smiled and nodded her head. Smirking, Enishi got up and held his hand out to her. Kaoru smiled more and took his hand, letting him lead her to the kitchen. “Wait here,” he told her, “I’m gonna get something from the garage.” He walked out. Kaoru leaned against a part of the counter that wasn’t occupied by someone. While she waited, she looked around the large kitchen. ‘His parents must be rich,’ she thought.
“Hey Kaoru!!” She looked over and saw Naomi coming towards her with a cup in her hand.
“Hey where did you go?” Naomi hiccupped and giggled. Kaoru blinked at her. “Naomi have you been drinking?” Naomi giggled and nodded her head. Kaoru frowned and took the cup from her and sniffed it. Scrunching her nose lightly at the smell, she sat the cup aside. “Naomi you are way to young for that! Most of the kids here are!” Her friend waved her hand.
“Pipe down Kao…there are mooore then thirtheen year oolds and fourfteen year oolds here,” she slurred. Kaoru sighed.
“You need to get home, Naomi. You’re drunk.” Kaoru tried to take her friends arm, but Naomi just scrunched up her face and backed up.
“Noooo, I’m fine. I wanna stay a little longer. What haff you been doing?” She asked her. Kaoru frowned more.
“I was talking to Enishi a few minutes ago, but he went to get me something to drink.” Naomi smiled.
“What did you assssk him to get?” She slurred more. Kaoru opened her mouth again to convince her friend to go home, but stopped. Naomi had sort of made a point. She didn’t tell Enishi what she wanted, he just walked off. Shaking her head slightly, she reached for her friend’s arm again.
“Come on Naomi, you need to get home.” Naomi shook her off again.
“Nooooo, I’m fine. Lemmie stay a wile longer!” Kaoru opened her mouth to protest when she felt a hand on her shoulder. Turning her head she looked to see Enishi holding a cup out to her.
“Here you are,” he said. Kaoru took the cup and looked in it, before sniffing the sent lightly.
“I don’t drink,” she said, handing the cup of alcohol back to him. Enishi raised an eyebrow.
“One cup isn’t going to kill you, blue eyes.” She sighed.
“You’re parents allow you to drink and throw parties?” She asked. Enishi set the cup a side and leaned against the counter.
“My parents are dead,” he replied. Kaoru gapped slightly.
“Oh, I’m so sorry,” she said quietly. Enishi shrugged.
“It was a while back. To answer you question that I know you’re going to ask, I live with my older sister, and yes she does let me have parties as long as they don’t get out of hand. As for the drinking, what she doesn’t know won’t hurt her.” He smiled and took a sip of his drink. Kaoru chewed on the inside of her cheek. He sighed and set his cup down. “Come on,” he took her hand, “lets go somewhere and talk where it’s more quiet.” Kaoru smiled and held his hand as he led her off. The two made their way up the stairs and to the second floor. He led her a little ways down the hall and stopped, turning to look at her. “One moment,” he said before leaving her there and walking off, disappearing around the corner of the hall.
“Okay,” she replied quietly. Moving over to the wall, she began looking at all the photos. There were some on Enishi when he was young, some of a man and a women (who she is guessing are his parents), and her eyes stopped on a picture of a beautiful girl. Smiling slightly she looked around for more pictures of the girl. Moving a little further down the wall she found another, but in this picture the girl was older, in her teens. “Wow,” she whispered to her self. The girl had long midnight black hair and piercing eyes.
“Tomoe,” Enishi said behind her. Kaoru turned and looked at him, before looking at the picture.
“You sister?” Enishi nodded. “She’s beautiful.”
“I’ll pass on the message,” he said smiling.
“Where is she?” Kaoru asked, turning and looking at him.
“Her boyfriend’s house,” he answered, his eyes darkening slightly at the thought.
“Oh, but she knows that you’re having a party.” Enishi nodded. “And her being gone is the reason there’s alcohol.” He chuckled.
“Yeah. When she’s home there isn’t, but what’s the harm in a little extra fun when she’s not?” Kaoru rolled her eyes slightly. He chuckled. “Come one,” he said, taking her hand once again and leading her down the hall. Turning the corner, he pulled her into the first door on the left. Kaoru looked around the room. The walls were a light gray, posters of cars, sports teams, and girls from magazines scattered here and there. His bed was a dark brown with a dark blue comforter and black sheets. On the far side of the wall was a bookshelf, a dark brown desk with a computer sat next to it. In the corner on the other side of the room was a dark brown dresser.
“Very masculine,” she said, looking at him. Enishi chuckled and sat on the bed.
“Of course. And what does yours look like? Pink?” Kaoru giggled and shook her head, sitting next to him.
“No, actually, it’s a light blue.” Enishi chuckled.
“Still a chick color,” he said. She laughed.
“Better than gray,” she said giggling. Enishi chuckled and placed his hand behind her on the bed, leaning on it slightly.
“Are you having fun?” He asked her. Kaoru smiled.
“Maybe a little,” she answered, smiling. Enishi smirked and leaned in closer to her.
“Wanna make it fun?” He asked her. Kaoru frowned and he leaned in closer. She turned her head before his lips connected with hers.
“I barely know you,” she told him. Enishi shrugged.
“So?” He said, leaning in again. Kaoru got up and stepped back slightly.
“I’m not going to kiss a guy I barely know,” she told him.
“Who said anything about just kissing?” Kaoru scoffed.
“I’m not going to fool around with a guy I barely know, let alone at the age of 13!” She exclaimed. Enishi rolled his eyes and got up.
“Come on Kaoru, I thought you liked me.” Kaoru softened slightly.
“I do like you,” she said quietly. Enishi moved towards her.
“Then show it,” he said, pulling her to him. Kaoru scoffed and shoved him back. “Come on if you like me show it.” Kaoru shook her head.
“Fuck off,” she said, turning around and walking out. Enishi groaned in frustration and sat on his bed. Kaoru made her way down the hall and down the stairs. Looking around she began searching for Naomi. When she found her, she was passed out on one of the couched in the second living room. Sighing she walked over to her and shook her shoulder lightly. “Naomi?” Her friend opened her eyes and looked at her.
“Kao!!!” She giggled. Kaoru sighed and pulled her up.
“Come on,” she said, putting Naomi’s arm over her shoulders. “Lets get you home.” Naomi muttered something, but made no move to get away. It took a while, but Kaoru finally got Naomi home. She explained to her mom what had happened and let her take her friend. She thanked Kaoru for bringing Naomi home and Kaoru headed to her own home. Pulling out her phone she checked the time again. It read 2:24. Sighing she put it back in her pocket. ‘Dad’s gonna kill me if he catches me sneaking in.’ Arriving at her house, she quietly opened the door. Poking her head in and taking a quick peak around, she closed the door behind her and slowly made her way to the stairs.
“Kaoru,” she heard a stern voice coming from the living room. Cursing lightly to herself, she stood tall and walked into the living room to face her fait.
‘’’’
Kaoru groaned and opened her eyes, looking over at her phone. Kayko’s ring tone was what had woken her up. Groaning again, the now 18 year old reached over and grabbed her phone. Pressing the answer call, she put it to her ear.
“Hello?” She answered, groggily.
“HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!” Kayko yelled through the phone. Kaoru groaned and held the phone away from her ear until Kayko finished singing. When she was sure she was done, she brought the phone back to her ear.
“Thanks,” she said. Kayko giggled.
“Rise and shine sleepy head!! It’s your birthday!!!” Kaoru rolled her eyes.
“And as birthday girl, I wanna sleep,” she said sitting up and looking around the room for Megumi.
“No it’s almost nine! So get up! And don’t bother looking for Megumi, she’s over here! I got a big day planned for you! The guys are gonna take you out to breakfast while Misao, Megumi, Hiko, and I finish up here at the house! Your party starts at 4:00! Until then the guys are keeping you out of the house so you don’t see anything!” Kaoru sighed.
“How am I suppose to dress?” She asked, standing up and making her way to the bathroom. Kayko clicked her tongue on the other line.
“Party casual I guess! Like a nice shirt and some shorts with flip-flops!” Kaoru pinched the bridge of her nose.
“Kayko do you really need to scream into the receiver?” Kayko paused for a moment.
“Yes!” She giggled. Kaoru rolled her eyes.
“Whatever, what time am I being picked up?” She asked.
“In thirty minutes I believe!” Kaoru groaned.
“Couldn’t you have given me more time?” Kayko giggled.
“Sorry! I meant to wake you up at 8:30, but I’ve been so busy over here I lost track of time. Just hasten your usual getting ready time a little and you’ll be alright! Gotta go! See ya!” Kaoru heard the line go dead and sighed. Setting her phone on the bathroom counter, she looked herself over in the mirror. Running over what needed to be done in her head, she turned on the water for a quick shower.
‘’’’’
20 minutes later, Kaoru was seated on the floor in front of a mirror, straightening her hair. She had taken a 10 to 13 minute shower before hopping out and throwing on dark blue jean shorts and plain blue shirt. Setting the Straightener down, she grabbed her makeup bag. She pulled out her eyeliner and lightly put it on before putting on a little mascara. Looking herself over in the mirror, she smiled slightly and got up.
Knock Knock Knock!! “Kaoru-dono?” Kaoru turned her head and looked at the door, then at the clock. She walked over to the door.
Knock Knock Knock “Jou-chan come on!!! Don’t take all day!” She rolled her eyes and opened the door. Sano blinked at her.
“Cool your jets rooster boy, I’m ready. I was waiting on you guys,” she said. Yahiko looked at her clothes.
“I thought Kayko said party casual,” he stated. Kaoru raised an eyebrow.
“Yeah for the party, but we aren’t going to that yet now are we, brat?” She stated. Yahiko glared at her.
“Hey now, ugly! Don’t you get me started!!”
“Alright lets get going! We got a big day a head of us!” Kenshin said stepping between the two. Everyone nodded their heads. Kaoru slipped on some white flip-flops and grabbed the room key before closing the door to the room behind her. Kenshin smiled.
“Alright lets get some grub!” Sano said, walking down the hall, Yahiko walking next to him. Kaoru rolled her eyes and started walking with Kenshin.
“Kaoru-dono.” Kaoru turned her head and looked at him. “Happy 18th birthday,” he said, smiling. Kaoru blushed slightly and smiled.
“Thank you, Kenshin,” she said back. He reached out and grabbed her hand, giving it a light squeeze, then let go. Kaoru smiled even bigger.
“Come on slow pokes!” Yahiko yelled from the elevator.
“Yeah we’re hungry!” Sano yelled. The two shook their heads and walked to the elevator.
‘’’’
The red head rubbed his temples in annoyance. They had arrived at the Akebeko 30 minutes ago and since the car ride, Yahiko and Kaoru had been going at it, insult after insult. Sighing in frustration, Kenshin looked at the two, then at Sano. Sano seemed to be enjoying their bickering, considering he was wearing a smile on his face.
“Why don’t you do something different with your hair then having it straight or in a pony tail? You’re never going to get a mans attention that way.” Yahiko said. Kaoru glared at him.
“I’m not looking to attract any men! Besides why do you care, you insensitive brat!” She snapped back. The young teen chuckled.
“I’m trying to help you, hag. Besides, you’re ruining my image!” Everyone looked at him.
“You’re image?” She repeated.
“Yes! I’m a very good-looking guy! It’s hard to get girls when you’re seen with an ugly raccoon lady all the time!” Kaoru’s cheeked flushed with anger.
“Ugly raccoon lady!?!?! Are you kidding me?!?!” She yelled, catching the attention of a few people in the café. Kenshin decided this was a good time to intervene.
“Alright you two,” he said quietly, “That’s enough, Yahiko it’s Kaoru-dono’s birthday today. You should be nicer to her that you should.” Yahiko sighed.
“Yeah yeah. Her aging isn’t gonna do much for her looks.” Kaoru glared at him and opened her mouth to snap back, but Kenshin beat her to it.
“Yahiko that’s enough,” he said quietly, but firmly. Yahiko looked at him for a brief moment, before nodding his head. Kaoru blinked and looked at Kenshin. He had a glint in his eyes, and his violet eyes were slightly darker. Sano cleared his throat.
“Alright so,” he started,” Jou-chan, are you excited for your party?” Kaoru blinked and turned her attention to him.
“What? Oh the party. Yeah I suppose,” she answered. Sano raised an eyebrow,
“Why only you suppose?” He asked. The 18 year old shrugged,
“I’ve never been a party person. I’m more of a quiet dinner,” she answered. Sano chuckled.
“Well I’m sure you’ll have fun.” Kaoru raised an eyebrow.
“Me or you? I already told Kayko, no alcohol,” she said with a smirk. Sano chuckled, holding his hands up in defense.
“Alright fair enough!” He said. Kaoru giggled.
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Well there you have it!!! I hope you liked it!!! I wanted to continue on, but I thought hey I’ve waited long enough to post it! So there you go! Review??
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