Part 1: To Love or to Steal


By: Vampire Huntress

"I kissed him" thought Meimi. She flopped down her bed and stared at the ceiling. " I wonder if you felt anything sweet Asuka," she whispered. But just as she was about to ponder the idea, a loud call bellowed from downstairs. "MEIMI!!" Uh Oh she thought. What have I done now. Slowly she started downstairs, when she reached the bottom her mother stood there with a look that could kill on her face.( Princess Rashel starts to laugh as she pictures the look on Meimi's mother's face." RASHEL!!!" Uh Oh.....) "Meimi....". "Yes mommy," Meimi said softly.

"I THOUGHT I TOLD YOU TOO KEEP THIS ROOM NEAT!!!" "Uh.., What room mother?"" The living room Meimi. The living room. Remember I told you not to practice your magic tricks in there," said her mother. " Mom I just got here. I haven't even been in the living room." "Then who made this mess?" A shadow appeared behind Meimi's mom and carefully tried to sneak out the front door. Just as the figure was about to leave, Meimi's mother turned around and saw him. " And where do you think you are going," said Mom. Meimi started to giggle as her father's face flushed with color. " I was umm...about to ..uh go.." stuttered Meimi's Dad.

Meimi giggles turn into roars as her father tried to get his words out. "Ah ha! You were the one who made that mess weren't you," said Meimi's mother as she glared at her husband. Uh Oh thought Meimi. Quickly she ran back up to her room before the fire erupted between her parents. " Oh boy she thought it's going to be a long night."

A bright rays of sunshine shone thru the windows at the Haneoka house awaking all within, with it's shine. Meimi was awaken by the ring of the doorbell. Who on earth could that be she thought. As she dragged downstairs she noticed that her parents were nowhere to be found. " Mom.....Dad...Hello, " she called. When no one answered she shrugged her shoulders and went to answer the door. Before opening the door, she looked out the peep hole to see who it was. And to her surprise, there stood Asuka Jr. Meimi then remember her appearance. She was dressed in a cute rabbit covered t-shirt and her hair was all fuzzy. "Oh why did he have to come now ," she whispered to herself. Slowly she opened the door and peered out into the bright sun. "Hello Asuka Jr.. ,"she said warmly."Come in."" Wow thought Asuka as he looked at Meimi standing there in the light. "She looks like a sleepy little angel. She is so cute!!!"

Shaking himself out of the daze he tried to calmly walk into the house and ended up walking into the side of the house. Meimi chuckled and went to help him up. " Asuka, are you okay, she asked softly as she pulled him to his feet." Yes I'm okay," said Asuka as he slightly blushed. "Well make yourself at home and I'll be right back ," called Meimi as she ran upstairs. When she got to her room, she quickly got all the things she needed and headed to the bathroom. When Asuka heard the hiss of the shower he started to blush furious." Calm down Asuka he said to himself" You are acting like a pervert which is not good at your age".

Meimi showered quickly and dried herself off. She dressed herself very carefully, picking out a white mini-skirt, a silk black shirt and a pair of black classy boots. She then looked in the mirror to check to make sure she looked okay. " Not bad she thought and gave her reflection a playful wink as she let her red hair flow down to her waist. After applying a little makeup to her face, she went downstairs. Seeing that Asuka was watching a game, she cleared her throat to get his attention.

When Asuka heard the sound he looked up and his eyes nearly popped out of his head when he saw Meimi. Meimi blushed and turned away and spoke quietly," So what are we doing today Asuka Jr.?" " Ummm..I..uh thought we could...take a walk and umm...maybe go to the botanical gardens," stuttered Asuka. Meimi's eyes lit up when she heard this." That sounds like a great idea Asuka," said Meimi. Asuka smiled and stood up." Well then let's go," he said happily. As they walked out of the house, Asuka put his arm around Meimi and pulled her to his side. Meimi slowly put her arm around his waist as they began to walk down the street. Wow thought Meimi He's actually treating me right for a change.

" Asuka..." whispered Meimi. Asuka looked down at her and began to chuckle. Hearing him chuckle, made her blush again." Yes...Meimi" he said." I want to go for a walk on the beach first then go to the gardens..." said Meimi softly. "Okay Meimi", he said smiling tenderly at her. As they got closer to the beach, they heard someone cry out "Stop him he's stealing my painting. That man has my painting!!! For god's sake will someone stop him!!!" After hearing the person's frantic plea for help, Asuka took off after the bandit, leaving Meimi to look after him with a smug look on her face.

" He won't catch him she thought But I will later on tonight. And I'll get that painting back. Meimi was broken out of her trance when the owner of the painting collapsed on her in tears. The owner was a short, stout women. Her blue eyes were wet with tears."I hope that young man gets my painting back. It's my grandson's and he painted it for me before he went back to college last month" said the old woman. Meimi tried to comfort the lady but the little woman would not stop crying. Finally, she told her that Saint Tail would probably hear about the robbery and bring her painting back later that night. At the mention of Saint Tail's name, the woman's tears ceased. And a smile spread across her plump face.

" You're right!! She'll bring it back. I know she will!!" The woman then gave Meimi and hug and thanked her for cheering her up. Meimi gave the women and warm smile and started to turn away when the old woman invited her into her home. Meimi looked around, but she did not see Asuka. So she accepted the invitation and went inside with the woman. When she entered the house, her eyes widening as she looked around. The walls were full of pictures of a young boy and everything was so CLEAN."Those are pictures of my grandson when he was little. By the way dear, My name is Mrs. Falconer. What is yours? " asked the woman. "My name is Meimi"" Oh what a pretty name. Well Meimi, would you like some tea while you wait on your friend?""Sure, Mrs. Falconer, tea would be lovely", said Meimi.

Mrs. Falconer gave a nod and went into the kitchen to prepare the tea. Meimi carefully sat down in one of the chairs and began to look around the room. The boy in picture sure is cute she thought to herself I wonder how old he is........"Mrs Falconer...How old is your grandson? Meimi questioned. The old lady poked her head around the door and answered "He's only 17 at the moment. He'll turn 18 in a couple of....".

But before she could finish the statement, the front opened and a deep melodious voice called out "Grandma, I'm home". Mrs. Falconer's eyes lit up when she heard the voice. "Darius,is that you honey?" she said excitedly. Meimi's eyes widened as Darius stepped into the room. Whoa....She thought..WHAT A BABE!!!!!! Mrs. Falconer ran over to her grandson and gave him a hug. After hugging his grandmother for a few mins, he noticed that she had company and it was a gorgeous girl. He moved away from his grandmother to stare at the lovely girl.

Mrs. Falconer saw her grandson's eyes light up and a knowing look came into her blue eyes as she started to speak." Darius..I would like you to meet Meimi. She helped me out today when someone stole your painting. Her friend ran after him and she's waiting until he gets back. And Meimi, this is my grandson Darius". Meimi stood up and walked over to Darius and stuck her right hand out." Hi it's nice to meet you Darius." Darius took the girl's hand and raisied it to his lips." And it is nice to meet you as well Meimi".

The young girl blushed and slowly removed her hand from his grasp. Darius gave her a warm smile before turning back to his grandmother. " Now what is this about my painting being stolen?""I was airing out the house this morning. And I went up stairs to get the broom and when I came back some rascal dressed in black was standing in the parlor. When I yelled at him to get out, he picked up you painting and tooks off", said the woman sadly.

Meimi's heart melted when the young man wrapped his arms around him grandmother and hugged her to him." I'll report it right now, Okay?" asked Darius."Okay", replied Mrs. Falconer. Just as Darius walked out the of the room, a knock was heard at the front door.

Mrs. Falconer walked to the door and opened it. And standing there was Asuka Jr. He looked very tired and his face had a ghastly color to it. Meimi ran to him and threw her arms around him." Oh Asuka, Are you okay?" she asked worriedily. Asuka tiredly wrapped his arms around the girl and spoke softly "Yes Meimi....I'm okay, but the guy got away. Mrs. Falconer looked at the boy's face and saw how drained he looked."Why don't you come in a lie down for a while", she said quickly. Asuka mumbled an answer and Meimi led him into the parlor and helped him lay down on the sofa.

Meimi sat down beside him and Asuka laid his head on her lap and closed his eyes. Meimi stroked his hair softly and whispered comforting things to him. She didn't notice that Darius had returned and he had a jealous look on his face. So..... he thought I have a rival for her affection. It won't be that way for long.....Asuka opened his eyes and he noticed a guy with shoulder length hair black and piercing green eyes was glaring at him. Uh Oh...What did I do to him Auska thought. But then Asuka saw the way the guy was looking at Meimi. I don't even think so pal. Meimi is mine, Asuka thought as he started to glare at the man.

When Meimi saw Asuka eyes narrow, she looked up and saw Darius standing in the doorway with his eyes narrowed the same way."Ummm...Asuka Jr. this is Darius and Dairus this is Asuka Jr", said Meimi. They both grunted a reply and Meimi groaned inwardly Oh brother ...not this.....not now. While Meimi hung her head, the boys issued the challenge to each other with their eyes, telling one another that they would battle it out for Meimi in the end.......

The End....

^_^ Who will have Meimi's heart?!?!?!!? Read part two and you'll find out And I know my grammar sucks but who's doesn't!!! =p 1