I Choose You (NinoKame / Chapter 6 )
TITLE : I Choose You (NinoKame / Chapter 6 )
Pairing : Nino X Kame
Other Character : All the Arashi boys. All KT expected to come out sooner or later. Uchi make an appearance in this chap and other JE boys expected to show up in next chappie.
Genre : Romance, Humour, AU - Host & High School
Rating : PG - 13 for this chapter
Disclaimer : I dont own any of these talented guys...But I'm watching from far (^_^) Warning : Unbeta-ed
Plot Summary : Nino is working as a host in a club called ARASHI. He is one of the most sought-after guys together with Jun, Aiba, Sho and Ohno. He's dating a school teacher who hated his job and wanted him to quit it every single day......In one fateful night Nino met Kame in the park when he about to make a wish at the park's fountain....
Chapter 6 summary : Masami invited Nino to the Farewell Party. Nino decided to go and check it out, secretly hopping he'll be able to see Kame again before he make his decision.
A/N : Special dedication for arashistyle to seek her forgiveness for this another over due update...Gomene!!! Also a B'day dedication to jaja_emiko ...Happy Belated B'day dear!!!
The night was still early but Nino was feeling exhausted and emotional wreck as he drives away through the night in silence. He was not even sure which one affected him more between Masami meet-the-parents incident or Kamenashi sudden appearance.
He was still caught in his thoughts when Masami hand suddenly crept on his laps “Nino, are you mad at me?” she asked softly.
Nino sighed alone not sure what should be the right answer. Yes he was mad being tricked in such way but somehow it was not the real reason he’s feeling dejected at that moment. “I’m not sure” he answered almost in whisper.
Masami seems to withdraw her hand back and Nino noticed she was gripping her small handbag which was nicely placed on her laps. “I did it because I love you and I can’t bear to lose you.”
He didn’t flinch at Masami answers but feeling sad all over “I know.” Then he took a right turn away from the busy road heading to Masami apartment.
He knew his inability to reply properly will just make Masami much more insecure but at the moment, he was not able to pretend that everything will be alright. Then after what felt like forever they reached Masami’s apartment. Nino pulled over near the main entrance. “Aren’t you coming up?” Masami asked anticipated.
Nino shook his head slightly “Not tonight. I’m a bit tired.”
Then suddenly Masami lunged herself over Nino’s neck and wrapped her arms around his nape. He hide her face on his shoulder and soft sobs escaped from her “I’m sorry.”
Nino was shocked but quickly shifted the gear to parking and position himself properly for the embrace. He gently patted her hair and making small circle on her back. “It’s okay Masami. We’ll try to talk and work this thing properly. But not tonight, coz I’m simply too tired.” Nino felt Masami nodded softly then he added “And no more surprises.”
Masami pulled herself slowly and looked directly into her boyfriend eyes “I promise. No more surprises.” Then she hugged Nino again relieved that Nino would at least talk things properly. They stay in each other arm for awhile till Nino shifted uncomfortably and Masami finally pulled away. She wiped her tears streak face and asked “My students will be having a farewell party for me tomorrow at tea time. Would love you to come.”
Nino nodded softly and replied “I’ll let you know tomorrow whether I can make it or not. I think I better head back now. It’s quite late already.”
Masami smiles happily and kissed Nino’s cheek before stepped out from the car. Then as she stepped into the building, Nino speed away.
At that moment Nino was contemplating whether he should go or not knowing he’s in such a sticky situation already. But the truth was, he wanted so badly to see the younger guy again. He was not sure how he felt over whole situation but he can’t deny the painful stabbing his heart felt when he saw the younger guy in someone else arms. He shook his head again disbelief over how silly he sound worrying about the stranger when he’s own love life is such a mess.
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“Kazu wake up. We are here.” Uchi gingerly shook Kame’s shoulder waking up the smaller guy who was already leaning his head on the window.
He slowly opened his eyes and rubbed it lightly. Then when he finally awake, he frowned “Uchi, this is not my house” he stated, confused.
“Of course it’s not. This is my house. You used to come here before” Uchi answered calmly and switched off the engine and signaled his passenger to get out.
Kame who was still confused unbuckles the seat belt and asked “Why are we here?”
“Coz you are staying over night” he replied as he stepped out and make his way towards the passenger door and open it waiting for Kame to step out. When Kame showed no intention getting out of the vehicle, Uchi grabbed him by the upper arm and pulled him out. “No ones at home. We should be alright.”
The smaller guy tried his best to wiggled himself from the strong gripped of the taller one, but unsuccessful. “Uchi please” he begged.
But Uchi simply dragged Kame into the empty house and led them to his bedroom. Kame was vocal with his protest but Uchi did not utter a single word till he locked the door and eyed the flustered and clearly worried Kame.
He smirked and sighed and heavily. But unexpectedly, he didn’t even touch Kame as he headed to his bed and dropped himself onto it and covered his eyes with a small pillow. “Kazu, I’m tired” he mumbled softly.
Somehow Kame knew it was more on emotional. The Uchi added up “I’ve crush on you for years even though I perfectly know you don’t see me in the same light.” The guy let out a heavy sighed before added “Tell me what I should do to get over you.”
Kame felt his heart clenched over such heartbreaking confession. He slowly walked over to the bed and lay next to Uchi and placed his arm around the other’s chest “I’m sorry Uchi.”
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It was a nice afternoon and Nino had decided to join the farewell party. But secretly, he was actually hoping he’ll meet a certain baseball player that keep on invading his thoughts.
He was few hours early when he got to the school, but knowing Masami will be needing help packing some of her stuff in the teachers room, he thought of giving her a hand.
Nino parked his car at the visitor parking and walked into the school compound. It was the first day of summer holiday but the school was still lively with clubs activities. These brought a smile on Nino’s face as he remembered his own Baseball camp during the hot season.
Then a sight of few students clad in baseball uniform suddenly running along the hallway, make Nino decided to check their practice ground before heading to the teacher’s room. .
As he reached the baseball practice area, he saw a familiar figure collecting the bats and putting it in the huge basket all by himself. Nino quickens his stride and once he reached Kame’s side, he instantly helped the guy gather the other bats without any words of greetings.
Kame was really surprise seeing the older guy “What are you doing here? The farewell party only started at 5”
“Helping you out” Nino answered calmly and bends over to reach the scattered bats.
The younger guy was about to ask further but thanks to his better judgment, he simply continued his tasks. Few minute later, both of them held the basket together and walked over to the storage room. Kame unlocked the store and left the key in the key hole.
Nino glanced at the younger guy and noticed the tired looking eyes. “I'm just curious, why were you doing all this alone? Aren’t you the star player?” Nino asked amusingly.
“I played quite badly today. This is my punishment” Kame smiled sweetly.
"Eh the infamous Kamenashi Kazuya didn't perform today?" Nino let out a small teasing laugh.
Kame joined the good nature atmosphere with a soft smile "I have someone on my mind."
The older guy understood it perfectly as he himself cant stop thinking of the other. They dragged the huge basket inside and start rearranging the bats on the designated shelf. They stood side by side, dedicated on the task in comforting silence. Then once finished and about to leave the store, Nino halted in his track and patted his shirt and jeans pockets. "My car key" he looked up worriedly.
"Eh?! You drop it?" Kame asked urgently and returned to the shelf searching around.
After almost half an hour without any trace, both sat on the pile of exercise mat, exhausted.
“Do you have any spare key at home? I can drive you back” Kame offered earnestly.
“Eh? You are allowed to drive to school?” the older guy turned to Kame abruptly in surprise.
Kame laughed at Nino's expression “Not really but I just need to make a call for someone to pick us up.”
Nino nodded knowing Kame is not just another high school. He was staring at his shoe when he mumbled slowly “Or I can just hitch a ride with Masami later.”
Then the older guy glanced towards the other and observed him carefully from the corner of his eyes. But Kame didn’t show any reaction at all. Nino looked down again.
Then the younger guy suddenly threw his arms to the air and slumps his back onto the mat "Yes you could" he answered with an indifferent tone. Then he added "I'm a bit tired. If I did fell asleep, just let the door open ne"
“Long night?” Nino bravely asked even though he was not sure he want to know the detail.
Nino felt the younger shifted his weight “You have no idea. I overnight at Uchi's place. And well, things happen.”
“So you and Uchi make up already ne” Nino felt his palm was hurting due to his clenched fist at the toughts of Uchi and Kame.
Kame sighed before replying to Nino “He wanted something that I can’t give.”
The older guy was the delighted with the revelation and can’t help himself from smiling as he joined the younger guy, lying next to him. He was about to say something when suddenly a faint footsteps were heard from the entrance and followed by a clear voice “Anyone there? Kame-chan?”
The exercise mat was slightly hidden from the entrance, and so are they. Both looked at each other exchanging message. But not a single word comes out even though they know they might be locked in if they don’t.
Few seconds later, they heard a creaking sound that followed with a thud as the door being closed and locked.
A tired smile form on the younger guy lips “You should have said something.”
Nino nodded as stared at the high ceiling of the small room filled with sports equipment “I should. How about you? I didn’t even hear you breathing just now.”
“I don’t want to” Kame answered as his hand slowly reached Nino’s.
The older guy naturally wrapped his fingers around the smaller hand “Glad that you didn’t. But we are locked in here now.”
“You’ll be late for Masami’s farewell party” Kame turned facing Nino.
Nino looked straight at those clear brown eyes as he inches closer to the younger guy. Close enough to smell the sweet sense of a man. Close enough to taste those beautiful lips.
“I’m such a lousy boyfriend aren’t I” he said before he finally captured the younger guy lips. The kiss was so soft it almost felt feather-like. That was the first time Nino kisses a man but he didn’t even felt the different. Kissing the younger guy felt so natural and he wanted to taste him further.
Kame sensing the Nino’s need, parted his lips to give further access to the older guy. Then he felt the rough tongue strokes his as Nino savored every inch of his mouth. Their hands wrapped around each other roaming the other back sensually.
Then after awhile lips locking, both finally pulled away gasping for air. They stared at each other for awhile before Nino pulled Kame into his arms in an embrace. “I’m sleepy.”
Kame snuggled closer and put his arms around the older guy “When you wake up, I won’t be here.”
Nino tighten the gripped “I know.”
The silent room filled with their unsteady breath. Both know the game too well to have their hopes clouded the judgment. They breathe each other sense till both fell asleep.
Few hours later, Nino woke up all alone in the room. He turned to the side that was filled with warmth before and notice his car key was carefully place on the mat. He took the key and sat up straight. Then he saw a small window was forced open. He stood up and walked towards the entrance knowing that the younger guy had escaped through the window and opened the door from outside. As he stepped out from the room, he felt his tears streak down his cheek.