Chapter 6.5
'I love you' she said. She runs around while I'm chasing her across the calm clearing. We were laughing, running, playing around in circles. We sat down to take a rest, she said 'close your eyes'. I closed my eyes without any hesitation. My mind is clear of any random thoughts, it's only her that's in it. I can feel her soft lips touching mine. I can feel the warmth of her love through that kiss. As I slowly opened my eyes, I see no Acchan, but Tomochin.
Nightmare again. My hands are shaking in fear. Cold sweat is sliding off the surface of my skin.
"What the hell is that all about?" I asked my self.
Acchan's arm suddenly pulled me back down to the bed. Her legs pinned mine.
"Go back to sleep Minami. I'm here." she whispered.
Chapter 7
It took me a while to process the situation. I..can't stop the tears from falling. I shriveled on the dark damp corner of the road. I held myself, thinking that it was all just a dream. But...no, everything is real. Minami....am I too late? I guess I'm too slow in realizing my true feelings.
It has been 4 days, I still can't blink my eye properly. I've been sulking on the corner of the room, curled up like a ball. My eyes hurt from too much crying. My classmates are always asking if I'm okay but I always answer with 'Ah yes, I'm so much fine. I've been watching too much dramas lately'. Yuko-san is very much concerned about me, she's always asking me to tell her everything, but I always say that I'm okay.
*beep beep*
-Nee, Tomomi. Do you want to go somewhere tomorrow? I think that we should have a breather from all the fuss in school. I'm inviting some friends. Please come, okay?-
Xoxo Yuko
-Sorry Yuko-san, I have to decline for now. Im not feeling okay lately, I think I need some rest for now. Thanks for inviting me by the way-
T0m0m0
-Ah I see. Please get well soon Tomomi. Don't stress yourself, okay? See you soon -
xoxo Yuko
-Have fun tomorrow Yuko-san Take care-
T0m0m0
*beep*
I'll tell her everything today. I just wanted to relay this goddamned feeling. I don't care if she'll reject me, I just want to let her know.
I trailed her as soon as she passed by the gate of the school. I couldn't bring myself to her, I'm just too scared. She went inside the 24/7 store 2 blocks away. I waited across the street, ahhhhhh! She's running!
RUN! RUN! my legs, please don't fail me now..
*THUD!*
Ouch..it's as I hit something. My head hurts and my butt too.
"Im so sorry. I wasn't looking..eh, Tomochin!?" a familiar voice. It's..it's Minami. My heart starts racing, it's beating too fast right now. Calm down Tomochin, calm down.
"No worries Minami, I wasn't looking either" I dusted my skirt off, trying to act cool and all "I'm sorry too"
What am I gonna do? Will I tell her right now? Waaaaaaaa!! How? When? What? My head is spinning.
"Im sorry for being so sudden, but can we walk together since we live next to each other. Do you have any other places to go to?" she asked.
"I don't have any other places to go. Is something wrong?"
"Uhmmm..nothing nothing. I just thought that we should have a small talk since we didn't talk to each other for a while" she's trembling, I can see it from her hands.
We walked together on our way home. Our houses are just few blocks away from each other. Everything feels awkward and I guess, she feels that way too. I kept my composure, keeping my self calm. I know I had to say it, I just need to time it right.
"Quite nostalgic isn't it? When were in grade school we used to walk together like this. I kinda miss the long walks we used to do.." what the hell did I just said?!!! My heart, please be calm.
"Haha... Me too"
We talked about everything on our way. It's feels like everything returned to normal. I need to say it...this time.
Soon, we arrived at the front of her apartment.
"Thank you so much Tomochin. I had fun" she walked inside the gate "Jaa matane~"
"Wait! Minami..."
"What is it Tomochin?"
"I...I like you..."
I ran towards her without thinking. Minami...Minami...
I wrapped my arms around her.
"Minami, I love you..."
I kissed her.
sorry for the long wait (thinking that there's anyone waiting for the update) OTL
I've been going everywhere ever since the vacation started. Oh well.. HAPPY NEW YEAR GUYS!
