Rurouni Kenshin Fan Fiction ❯ Eyes on Me ❯ Hide-And-Seek ( Chapter 2 )

Rurouni Kenshin

Eyes on Me

Chapter 2 ~ Hide-And-Seek

By: C-Chan

Disclaimer: I don't own anything. Do you think they'd trust someone like me with an anime series?

Warnings: Making fun of Aoshi (in a non-bad way!) and classic hiding spots that no one ever figures to look.

Notes: *Sniffles* I don't think I've ever received such wonderful feedback on a story after only two chapters! You guys make me sooooo happy! I made this chapter a bit longer, considering I'm running on caffeine and nicotine to get me through the night.

Kenshin: Smoking is bad de gozaru na.

C-Chan: I know, I know. Geez, you sound like half of my friends!

ANYWAY, hopefully this chapter will make you all happy, because according to the little thingy at the bottom of Word, it's twice as long and all….so, enjoy!

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Kaoru looked down the hallway one more time before following her best friend and brother out into the parking lot. She was hoping the next time she visited, she would make Kenshin smile again.

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"I can't believe Mr. Kendo Club can't even use crutches!" Kaoru giggled, causing a chain reaction of giggling between Misao and Misao's older sister Omasu. The reason for giggling: Aoshi was having a slight bit of trouble maneuvering on his crutches…actually, a bit of trouble would be an understatement.

"Shut up, Kaoru." Aoshi growled, seating himself at the kitchen table next to his girlfriend. She tried to control her giggles, but one look at Aoshi caused them to start over again. "Sorry Aoshi, it's just you're so funny!"

"I'm not funny." He replied stoically, frowning.

"Geez, Aoshi get a sense of humor! We're only kidding!" Kaoru said, reaching across to swat her brother across the head; he blocked her attempt with his forearm. "Spoil sport."

It had been two days since Aoshi had been released from the hospital, and he was already wishing he had been held in the hospital. Not only had he gained the nickname "Crash" from Kaoru, "Spaz", "Klutz", and "Gimpy" were also added to the bunch. Poor Aoshi was NOT a happy camper.

"Since its Friday, maybe we could rent a few movies or something!" Misao suddenly said, her giggling fit finally coming to an end. Omasu nodded eagerly, while Aoshi just shrugged.

"That's a great idea Misao!" Kaoru agreed, smiling. "Isn't Men in Black II out on DVD now?"

"Oh yeah! I really wanted to see that movie! The first one was hilarious!" Misao exclaimed.

"Maybe we could get a couple of classics too," Omasu suggested thoughtfully. "Like The Breakfast Club!"

"That movie is the greatest!" Kaoru giggled; she thought Emilio Estevez was gorgeous!

"Aoshi, do you have any movie suggestions?" Misao asked, leaning against her boyfriend's shoulder.
He shrugged, the only one among the group not really into movies. He was more of a peace-and-quiet-read-a-book kinda guy. The occasional movie was something he did enjoy, though. "I haven't seen The Mothman Prophecies. I heard it was a entertaining movie." He said softly.

And so it was decided. Move night consisted of Men in Black II, The Breakfast Club, and The Mothman Prophecies. "Who's gonna get the movies?"
"I will!" Kaoru suggested. "Could I borrow your parents' car? I promise I won't crash it like Spaz over here." This earned Death-glare #46.

"Sure, just don't take too long! And pick up some popcorn too!" Misao said as Kaoru grabbed the keys and headed out. "And soda!" The braided girl yelled before the door slammed.

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The video store happened to be down the street from the hospital, which Kaoru knew very well. She was planning on visiting Kenshin that day, since she had been busy with college the previous two. And because of the long lines in the Blockbuster, taking a little more extra time to visit the red-head wouldn't really matter. She had an excuse.

As she stepped in through the ER doors, she was surprised to find Sanosuke and Megumi standing there, talking heatedly. Cautiously she walked past the two and towards Kenshin's room, but as she got there she noticed one, critical thing; Kenshin was missing.

Shocked, Kaoru stumbled back towards the arguing couple, who were STILL arguing.

"Sanosuke, it's your job to make sure he doesn't escape!"

"Excuse me if I got other patients to worry about, Fox!" The orderly argued.

They both paused as they saw Kaoru standing before them. "Where's Kenshin?"
"He got away again." Sano answered immediately, a small grin on his face. "But he's still in the hospital somewhere."

"How…? I thought he was strapped to the bed?" Kaoru asked softly.

"They weren't strapped tight enough. He was able to slip his hands though." Megumi replied sternly, shooting a glare at Sanosuke.

"Hey! It's not like I did it on PURPOSE! I don't want the little guy running around either!" He said, holding his hands up in a placating gesture. "I'll go look for him, alright?"

Kaoru frowned and walked away from the two, heading back down the hallway. Maybe she could find him! But…it would only be a matter of time before she was ushered back to the waiting area by one of the doctors or nurses. Turning a corner, Kaoru leaned up against the wall and rubbed her temple. Geez, now I'm going to be late getting back to Misao's with the movies! Maybe I should just come back when they find him…if they find him.

Deciding maybe that would be best, Kaoru turned to go back down the hallway. But as she walked past one of the janitor's closets, the door suddenly opened and an arm wrapped around her, dragging her in. She was about to scream, but a small, cold hand clamped over her mouth. "Shhh."

The door shut and after a few minutes her attacker turned on the small light bulb above them. The hand slowly dropped from her mouth, and Kaoru turned around to look into deep amethyst. "Kenshin!"
"Shhh!" He replied, holding a finger over his lips.

"Kenshin, that orderly and Dr. Takani are looking for you!" Kaoru whispered, frowning at the red-head.

He smiled slightly and sat on an old crate behind him, folding his arms across his chest. "I know. The whole point is for them NOT to find me."

Kaoru raised an eyebrow, then sighed and found another crate to sit on. "I wasn't expecting to visit you in a broom closet."

"Sorry." He replied sincerely, smiling.

Kaoru smiled back, shifting until she was comfortable on the uncomfortable crate. "So how have you been?"

"Okay, I guess…considering they never allow me out of my room." Kenshin said with a shrug. "And yourself?"

"Pretty okay too. I figured I'd stop by before I went to get a couple of movies for our annual movie night at my friend Misao's house." Kaoru said, shrugging herself.

Kenshin nodded, his arms lowering so his hands rested in his lap. "Movie night? Sounds like fun."

Kaoru noted the sad tone in his voice, and moved her crate closer to him. She looked up into his eyes for a moment before speaking. "Are you going to stay in here all night?"

"No." He answered immediately. "When it starts to get late and there aren't many people in the hallways, I let Sanosuke find me."

"That big street thug orderly guy?" Kaoru asked with a smile. "I thought you didn't like him?"

"We have a sort of understanding." Kenshin said with an amused smile. "He makes it so the straps aren't too tight and that I can slip away. Then he tries to find me. It's sort of like a big game of hide-and-seek. You say he reminds you of a street thug?"

"Sorta…" Kaoru giggle. "He's so casual about everything. And he's got that grin that's kinda mischievous."

"So he does." Kenshin said softly.

"What about Dr. Takani? She looked pretty angry when I saw her." Kaoru said thoughtfully. She felt sad for Sano for the tongue-lashing he was receiving.

"She doesn't know about any of this. She's currently trying to find an institution to send me to." Kenshin said, frowning.

"An institution? But I thought you said you weren't crazy." Kaoru asked, raising an eyebrow.

"I guess she thinks differently." Kenshin said with a sigh.

"Then why are you in here as a mental patient?" Kaoru asked, then immediately covered her mouth. That's none of your business idiot! Kaoru scolded herself mentally.

Kenshin chuckled at the startled look on her face, then smiled sadly. "It's a long story I won't bore you with."

"Oh, okay." She replied softly. At least I didn't offend him.

For the first time, Kaoru noticed Kenshin wasn't wearing the normal hospital gown. Instead, he was wearing a pair of dull, blue scrubs with a similar colored robe over it, which were the same clothes he wore the first two times she saw him. He also kept his hands hidden inside the sleeves, as if he was hiding something…

"Kaoru?" Kaoru blinked out of her thoughts. "Sorry, were you saying something?"
"It's almost time for me to be found." He said with a smile. Quietly, he hopped off the crate and stood in front of her. Hesitantly he offered his hand to her, and Kaoru bit back a gasp.

Criss-crossing the visible part of his wrist were scars, some new and some old. Most weren't anywhere near the veins, but a few seemed to come dangerously close. He hurts himself…She thought sadly.

Kaoru blinked out of her thoughts again and took his hand, allowing him to help her up. "Can I walk you out?" He asked with a grin.

"Aren't they going to pounce you the minute you step foot out of this closet?" Kaoru asked as he headed towards the door.

"If I give in without a fight they won't." He replied, opening the door and stepping out.

Kaoru followed behind, and together they walked back towards the Nurse's Station-where Megumi and Sanosuke were still fighting. Don't those two give up?

"I TOLD you I've got people lookin' for him, FOX!" Sano countered to a rude comment about his intelligence. "There are only so many of us!"

Kaoru giggled, drawing both of their attention to the couple. Kenshin smiled slightly and waved a bit…before taking off down the hallway.

"Ah, damnit Kenshin!" Sano growled, taking off after him.

Kaoru giggled again at the angry look on Megumi's face. "Did you know where he was this entire time?"
"No, I just found him." Kaoru lied; she was NOT going to give away Kenshin's hiding spot.

Megumi sighed and flipped her hair over her shoulder, setting a glare on the younger girl. "Fine, fine. Visiting hours are over anyway, so run along home."

Kaoru nodded and looked over her shoulder one time, catching the ever-agile Kenshin dance out of Sanosuke's grasp. "See you next time, Kenshin!" Kaoru called down the hallway.

The red-head risked a wave in her direction before sliding underneath Sanosuke's legs, then taking off down the next hallway. Sano turned a fake-glare in her direction. "Thanks missy, you made him get away!" And with that, he disappeared down the same hallway.

"Men." Megumi huffed, stomping off towards the doctor's lounge for a MUCH needed break.

Kaoru giggled to herself before heading out towards the borrowed car, and then to Blockbuster. Long, boring lines, here I come! She thought with a laugh.

Disclaimer #2: I don't own Men in Black II, The Mothman Prophecies, The Breakfast Club, or Emilio Estevez…even though that last one would be one helluva prize! *grins*

Notes: Well, there was some more K/K interaction, and some classic S/M. I hope this satisfies all of you!

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