What Is This Feeling? ( A Moana Fanfic)

That Was Unexpected But Amazing

That Was Unexpected But Amazing

Chapter 8

Maui's POV 

    After twenty minutes of hugging, I pull myself away from Moana. She looks up at me and asks me why I've suddenly pulled away. "I just didn't want to go on too long and make you uncomfortable is all." She blushes. "Well I don't want you to stop yet. I like being hugged by you. Being hugged by you makes me feel safe." I blush at her response and get closer to her once again.

     Moana strokes my arm gently. "Listen Maui, there's something I need to talk to you about." "I'm all ears." "The past few days I've gotten to know a lot about you as a person and in general and I'm really becoming captivated by you. I just wanted you to know that." I smile from cheek to cheek. "I'm so glad to hear you say that Moana. I feel the exact same way. In fact, I'm actually starting to like you." "As a friend?" I look away shyly. "Well actually more than a friend. I know it's fast and I don't want to rush things with you. The last thing I want to do is scare you off. I just needed to be honest with you."

     She takes a minute to let that sink in before speaking again. "I like you a little bit too but I really want to take it slow. I've never actually dated a guy before. I've had crushes sure, but not an actual relationship." "You've never been with anyone romantically?" "Nope. Most of the guys just tease me because I'm going to be chief in a couple of years.  In other words, they're sexist jerks whom I could never possibly be friends with." I frown. "I'm sorry to hear that Moana. They just have yet to see how great you are. Once they do, they'll be all over you. I guarantee that's what will happen once we restore the heart and you bring me back to the island with you." 

     "Maui, you're more than a prop to me. You make it sound like you're not a person but just an object. I want to be with you. Though I have to remind you that there is a huge gap between us as well as that I'm mortal and you're an immortal demigod. Unless the gods decide to give me powers like they did for you, I'm going to die one day and you'll experience that dreaded loss once more. Also, when we get back to my village, you'll have to get my parents permission to court me. Are you willing to go through all of that just to be with me?"

     I grab a hold of her hands. "I would do anything to be with you." She looks at me questionably. "I swear on my life that I mean it. What I can't promise is that I won't mess it up. I'm pretty damaged." She laughs at that as she squeezes my hands. "Aren't we all?" I smile. "Yeah you're right. I need to stop being so hard on myself. I'll try to work on that." "Good Maui because you really need to start seeing yourself the way that I see you." 

    She peaks my curiousity. "How exactly do you see me Moana? I'm curious." She smiles. "I see you as a smart, strong, funny, wise, and kind man. Sure you like to act all tough and whatnot, but deep down inside, you have a really beautiful heart and soul."  I smile. "And do you want to know how I see you Moana?" She nods. "I see you as the most beautiful woman to ever walk the earth." She interrupts me. "I'm not technically a woman yet but continue." I laugh at that. "You're kind, intelligent, skilled, loving, eager, and adventurous." 

     As I described her, she moves in closer to me until there is absolutely no space left between us. Our stomach touch one another and her head is so close to my chest that she can probably hear my heart racing. She flutters her eyes in this adorable way. If I didn't know any better, I'd say she wants me to kiss her. As I look down at her fondly, I notice some strands of hair hanging in her face. I take them and put them behind her ear. I then take a nearby lily and tuck it behind her left ear. "There much better." She smiles that gorgeous smile of hers. 

    "Moana, I know you said you want to take things slow and I promise you we will, but there's something I really need to do right now." "And what would that be?" I bend her over my knee and make contact with her lips. "This." I begin to kiss her, trying to memorize that feel of her lips. I don't use tongue though because I know she's not ready for that yet and I don't want to pressure her. She's clearly thrown off by this, but she kisses back equally passionately. When we both pull apart for air, she gets back upright. "While I wasn't expecting that at all, I have to say you're an amazing kisser and I'm so happy you decided to do that." I nudge her playfully. "You're not so bad yourself, especially for a newbie. With a little more practice, you'll be an expert in no time."  She smirks. "Let's practice then. I want to reach my full potential." I follow her orders and we continue to go at it.

Hoped that you guys liked this chapter! :) -Mary