Butterfly Effect

#7: Making Past as History

The fireworks already started. Everyone gathered at the entrance of the hotel. "Hayato is not here?! He's the one who wants to watch this the most", Mayu looked around. Aimi and Kumiko looked at each other. The fireworks display ended. "Okay, back to our assignments. Ren and Shou, you are in charge of the barbeque stand set up. Mayu, cut the meats. Aimi, go get our drinks. Kumiko, look for Hayato", Ichirou crossed his arms and ordered. "And what are you going to do?", Kumiko bit her lips. "I'm going to catch up with my girls", Ichirou said then ran away so fast. "I'll check on you after I finish my task", Aimi assured.

Kumiko knows one place where Hayato could be. She gulped and walked upstairs where the view deck is. "Everyone is looking for you", she said in a soft voice. "Ah, sorry for letting you walk this far", Hayato turned to face her and walked passing through her. "Hayato, I have someone I like. I feel bad telling this to you but I think you should know. I'm selfish to ask you this. Can you cheer me this time? I think I will be able to get pass through every walls once you are there beside me", Kumiko clenched her fist. Hayato didnt say anything which made Kumiko worried. She turned to face and was startled to see him looking at her. "Then, I will be your support, Kumiko", Hayato smiled widely. "Make sure that guy is far better than me", Hayato laughed. Aimi, who was listening at the stairs, couldnt help but feel proud about Hayato's decision.

Love is learning when to hold on tight and when to let go.

They had their barbeque feasting. Aimi watched Hayato eating a lot. "He's eating the pain away", she whispers to herself. "Did you say something?", Shou asked while melting marshmallows. "Is this a camp?", Aimi chuckled. Ichirou pushed Ren at Aimi's side. "Oh, Ren didnt you tell us that you would render a song for us this trip?", Ichirou said loudly. Ren blushed and shook his head. "I prepared the guitar for you", Ichirou pushed the guitar on him. They sat around the bonfire. Ren breathed deeply and started strumming the guitar.

Believe that time is always forever
And I'll always be there,
Be with you till the end.

I wont go away and wont say never....

The rest sang along with him. Aimi was the first one to clap after Ren's performance. "Your voice improved, Ren!!!", Mayu hugged him by the waist. They rested that night since they will be going back the next day.

Aimi opened the window and watched the calm sea. "You wake up so early, Aimi", Kumiko yawned and sat down the bed. Aimi also did and hugged Kumiko. "Kumi, you've done well last night. Sorry for eavesdropping last night" Aimi cuddled her. "That was embarassing but thank you for giving me a push", Kumiko hugged her back. Mayu opened the door and pulled Aimi away from Kumiko. "You have to accompany me before we go back", Mayu commanded.

They ended up at the souvenir store. Mayu bought a lot and let Aimi carry all the bags. "Dont you dare complain", Mayu shot glares on Aimi. They ended at a store with hairclips made by seashells. She picked on and clipped it on Aimi's hair. "You did well this trip", Mayu humphed her and payed for the clip. "What a dishonest person", Aimi teased. Mayu gave a slight punch on her side. "Kumiko is a sweet girl. Make sure you also reciprocate her love", Mayu shyly said. "You dont need to tell me", Aimi let out a short laugh.

That day, they went back and continued summer vacation on their own.

Classes Resume...

Aimi walked heading to school and saw Shou playing with cats. He was scratched on his left hand. Aimi rushed to check on him. He started scratching his hand. "Takuma, are you allergic to cats?", Aimi raised her brow. Shou gulped and nodded. "Ahh, look at this fellow. You're going to make them worry again", Aimi sighed. "Dont tell this to them", Shou shot a glare. "Do you like cats?", Aimi asked. Shou ignored her and ran towards the clinic.

Aimi entered and got greeted by a loud clown. "Good morning, Saotome!!! Oh, you look pretty today", Hayato took a picture of her. Aimi took pity on the guy remembering what happened during the trip at Yaeyama. "Kisaki-kun, if there's anything you want to talk about, I think I can lend my ears to listen. Plus, your acting doesnt look natural anymore", Aimi said in a serious voice. Hayato had a short laugh and hanged his arms around Aimi's shoulder. "Then, have a date with me on Saturday", Hayato said straightforwardly. Aimi just blinked for a while. Am I a rebound? "I think I have somethings to do", Aimi averted her eyes. "You lied", Hayato chuckled. "Your nose grew a centimeter", Hayato pinched her nose. "Dont lie to me Saotome. I got an invisible huge radar", Hayato added. "I dont go on a date with anyone", Aimi reasoned out. "You really thought it like that? I'm amazed. I mean, can you accompany me this Saturday?", Hayato teased. Aimi pushed Hayato and sat down hiding her face. "You really thought I would ask you out for a date?", Hayato laughed. "Shut up Kisaki-kun. I know you were just acting a while ago that's why I went with the flow. Plus, I wanted to thank everyone about the trip. That's why I also wanted to repay you", Aimi tried to keep her cool. "There you go again, lying", Hayato teased more.

Saturday came and Hayato came running towards the park. "Sorry I'm late", Hayato apologized. "I thought you'd be early since you were excited about this day", Aimi just looked at him and started walking. "You're not angry?", Hayato asked sheepishly. "If I am going to vent out this time, I'm going to destroy your day. That's why I'll wait for a good timing to release how I feel about this day", Aimi stucked her tongue out. "Ohhh. Do you actually have a psychic powers that determines a person's past? How come you are being nice?", Hayato asked suspiciously. Aimi didnt say anything since she might spill what she knows about Hayato and Kumiko. They entered a pet house and checked upon cats. "Woah!!! They have a ragdoll", Hayato was amused by the cat. "Cats? Are you going to buy one?", Aimi asked. "Hmmm? I'm going to give them to Shou", Hayato informed. Aimi nearly dropped the fishbowl she is holding. Good this Hayato was able to catch it on time. "Be careful", he warned.  "Did...you no-", Aimi remembered how Shou glared at her. "Why not a rabbit?", Aimi asked. "Rabbits eat carrot. Shou doesnt like carrots", Hayato informed. "Hamsters?" Aimi suggested. "Hamsters have strong scent and also are playful. Shou will not be able to concentrate on his paintings and he's also lazy to play with the hamsters", Hayato explained. "Then what about fishes?" Aimi pointed at the aquarium. "You gave Shou a trauma when you forced him to swim on the beach. Fishes will remind him of that", Hayato raised his voice. Aimi sighed and imagined Shou being brought at the hospital or even Hayato crying because of the rejection of the gift. "Why are you buying him a gift?", Aimi asked. "Well, I just get some feeling that I wanted to", Hayato smiled.

Aimi walked around and saw Ren and Shou at the next shop. She tried to slowly turn around and exit. "Saotome?", she heard Shou calling her. "Ooh, Takuma, Tanaka. What a coincidence", Aimi forced a laugh. "You're here for?", Shou asked. "Saotome, what colar is good for this cat?", Hayato asked. Hayato turned to stone when he saw Ren and Shou. "You're buying a cat?", Shou asked. "Well, yeah", Hayato scratched the back of his head. "I was thinking of giving it to you. Ever since we're kids, you like cats, dont you? But you never got one. Why? Are you afraid that we'll call you gay or something like that?", Hayato opened. Aimi looked at Shou's expression. "Thanks for buying me one", Shou gave a smile.

Author's note:

Now I have to read about allergies and how to cure it.

By the way, ragdolls are amazing cats.

And if you think of it, Shou is a representation of them. They're lazy at times but they can also be cute. Plus, they are harmless.