Kousei left Kaori's room a few minutes ago, but he said he'd come back because he went to go eat something from outside.

That was a lie though, he wasn't going to go eat. He actually is going to get some caneles for Kaori and apologize to her in a little letter about the fight and everything.

He thought about getting caneles from her parents' bakery but he didn't know if she'd come out so he went out to get all he needed. First, he got the caneles from a bakery that gave out sweets and pastries. After he thanked the shop, he went out to go get a rose for Kaori. He had his wallet with him, luckily, and it wasn't too much yen spent so he didn't go broke. Even if he did, though, he wouldn't care as long as it was for Kaori.

He thought about writing a small letter for her in the flower shop but he wanted to go somewhere more calming to he went over to a cafe and took a seat by a window. He asked a worker for a pen and paper (getting a little flustered when they recognized who he was) and thanked them with a bow before going back to his corner.

He stared at the paper for a bit, thinking that maybe it can write itself but he knows it's not possible and he wants Kaori to really see how much he loves her so he thought the letter out.

He started writing out with a "Dear Kaori" on the top, later going into the topic of apologizing for what had happened yesterday morning. Then he went on to thank Kaori for taking care of him and thanks her for everything they've been through and ended it with a little heart and a little nickname. He blushed, not really sure where the nickname came from but it was accurate enough.

He read read over his letter again and sighed, hoping Kaori would accept it. He didn't mean to make it so long but it was fine. As long as it made Kaori at least happy and she knew she meant a lot to him it wasn't a problem that it's long.

~0000~

Kousei made it back to Kaori's house right before the shop closed and he was invited by her parents to stay over for dinner, even though he had tried to deny their insisting since he felt like he'd be intruding.

Kousei made sure to not make the dinner awkward, considering he himself was feeling awkward when he sat down on the chair. They all said said their thanks and ate, Kousei not sure how to interact even though he's known these people for quite a while, one of them being someone he's always with.

He didn't want to admit it, but when he ate he was eating faster than how he usually does, and that's because he hasn't eaten in a while after worrying so much over Kaori and trying his best to make her feel better and/or bring her back, and Kaori noticed. She frowned when she saw how hungry he seemed...she'll ask him about it after dinner or something.

There had been some small talk made and Kousei had kindly smiled through it all with answers and creating some small talk himself. Kaori's parents really showed that they were glad to have Kousei along with them and Kaori couldn't stop smiling the entire time when she noticed how happy they were to have him here, and it made her elated to know they accept him.

When dinner had ended Kaori took everyone's plate after they finished, even though Kousei had insisted he would do it but since he's the guess it wouldn't feel right.

Kousei stood up while Kaori went to the kitchen to do what she needed to do with with her mother and Kaori's dad came up to him.

"You're a really nice boy, Kousei." Yoshiyuki wrapped a heavy arm around Kousei and the teen just smiled. He continued. "Kaori is really fond of you, and so am I and Ryouko. It'll only be a matter of time before you're our son-in-law."

Kousei wasn't sure if he should blush or say something, but he decided to do both. "Ah...hehe, I really love Kaori so maybe that'll be a possibility but I don't know when... For now I just hope she and I can just stay together for as long as possible."

Yoshiyuki grinned and grabbed both of Kousei's shoulders. "How much do you love my daughter?"

"To the point w-where I want to ask her to be my wife... I really care for her and without her I'd be a complete mess." Kousei wasn't sure if he was blushing or really embarrassed. Being this honest about his overall feelings for Kaori to her dad himself was making him feel small.

Yoshiyuki laughed and ruffled Kousei's hair. "Well without you, Kaori probably wouldn't be as joyful as she is now. And we thank you for that, Kousei. Please keep my daughter happy and safe."

Kousei nodded. "I plan on keeping it like that. Oh yeah!" Kousei reached into his pocket and took out a folded piece of paper and a small rose.

Yoshiyuki took the rose and letter, growing confused. "What're these for?"

"I was wondering if you can give that to Kaori when I leave right now. She does a lot for me so I just wanted to do what I can."

"Okay, will do." Yoshiyuki smiled. "So you're leaving right now?"

Kousei nodded. "Yeah, I don't wanna be here for too long- AH!" Kousei made sure he didn't fall when Kaori jumped on his back and wrapped her arms around his shoulders.

"Hi there." Kaori giggled after she saw Kousei get scared and looked at her dad. "How's it going with you two?"

"Great. It's going really well. He's leaving right now though so I suggest you walk him out while your mom and I get situated here."

Kaori pouted and let go of Kousei, letting her dad go to the kitchen with her mom. "Awww, you're leaving?"

Kousei nodded and turned around, smiling a little bit at Kaori. "Yup. I've been here for pretty much the whole day and I should probably head home."

Kaori sighed and nodded, going over to her mom and dad and saying she'll walk Kousei out. Then she grabbed his hand and walked out of the little house with Kousei beside her, his hand secured in hers.

"My mom and dad really like you Kousei."

Kousei smiled slightly and slipped his fingers through hers. "I know."

"And you know that I really, really like you."

Kousei chuckled and leaned down to kiss her cheek. "Yes I know that as well. I really, really like you, too."

Kaori grinned and stepped out of the empty shop to the outside, feeling the cool breeze hit the two of them.

Kousei sighed and tiredly ran a hand through his hair "Today was fun."

Kaori looked at him and laughed a little. She moved in front of him and grabbed both of his hands, the two just standing there while she swung their hands back and forth.

He stared into her eyes and let out a smile. "I really love you, Kaori..."

"As do I, Kousei Arima." Kaori grinned and moved forward to peck his lips. She moved back then right after pulled him into a hug, her head resting on his shoulder.

He hugged back and let his chin rest on her head. "That's nice to hear... I should probably get going before it gets anymore late." He pulled back from the hug and held her arms, moving forward to kiss her forehead.

"I love you," he murmured.

"I love you too, Kousei...a lot."

He moved back and smiled, waving as he started to walk away. "I'll see you when I see you. Bye-bye!"

Kaori grinned and waved back. "See you later, Kousei!"

When Kousei was out of sight, Kaori dropped her hand and frowned. She walked back to her house, slowly growing a little hyped and saddened at the same time when she thought about how much she loves Kousei.

~0000~

Kaori walked into her room, closing the door right after and let out a tired sigh. She walked over to her bed, about to flop onto it until she saw a piece of paper and a small rose on her bed. She tilted her head in confusion and sat on her bed, picked up the paper. She glanced at the rose and grabbed it before moving to the wall behind her bed, leaning on it.

She unfolded the paper, seeing writing on it. She moved her eyes over to the bottom to see if there was a signature, but there wasn't so she moved to the back, which said Kousei's name.

She turned it back around and saw that it was indeed Kousei's handwriting. She started to read the letter Kousei had apparently written to her. But why a letter? Couldn't he have told her in person?

Dear Kaori,

I know that everything I've written down here could've probably been said to you in person, but I don't think I would've been able to with how I'm always freaking out. I'm not very good with words in person.

Kaori smiled and internally 'awww'ed in response, because she knows how cute it is when Kousei stutters when he tries to swoon her.

So to start off this letter, I just want to thank you for taking care of me. Really. I didn't really think you'd give up your bed for me, haha.

"That's true..." Kaori laughed a little and continued reading.

But anyway, thanks for it all :) Also this letter had been created to apologize again for the small argument we got into. No matter how many times you say it's okay, I won't let myself not get beat up over it. I made a promise to your mom and dad about keeping you happy and such a while ago, and I kind of broke it, sadly. I really do try to make you happy, and saying what I did about your illness and whatnot really was out of line and too far, I'm sorry for that.

The blonde sighed and shook her head. Her boyfriend really is stubborn, but he really also is sweet and a gentleman (most of the times). He really needs to stop apologizing for the small stuff that she's gotten over.

But, I'm really glad that we can still pull through together :D I'm really hoping that we'll be able to fight through any arguments we have in the future and come out strong. I really love you, and I love you and only you. You're the first crush I've ever had, the first love I've ever had, and you'll be the last. I don't think that what I have with you I would want with anyone else, Kaori. You're the whole reason I smile.

The said girl felt a little bit of hot tears come to her eyes, her chest feeling like it was being tightened, but in a good way. She grinned at the piece of paper in her hands and started to think to herself. He is so love-struck...but so am I, so I don't see a difference. God, I love him so much.

I'm actually really grateful to have met a person like you. You're a great girlfriend, a great friend, and I can guarantee you'll be a great Mom sometime in the future.

Kaori felt her cheeks heat up, and she started to blush a little bit.

I'm so glad to have you by my side. I hope that I can be with you forever. When we go to America let's hope for some fun adventures ;D

Kaori laughed to herself and nodded along, agreeing with the letter silently.

I didn't mean for this letter to be so long, sorry. That rose that either your mom or dad had left for you is from me; it's kind of cheesy, I know, but don't beat me up over it I'm trying to be romantic.

Kaori looked over at the rose laying beside her on the bed and she grinned, turning back to the letter to finish reading it.

Thanks a lot Kaori. Call me when you finish reading this, doesn't matter the time I'll answer anyways just keep calling if I don't answer. I love you. See you when I see you, my little cherry blossom ♥

Sincerely, Kousei

Kaori felt her heart skip a bunch of beats at the finale of the letter. The nickname threw her off guard, she never expected that from Kousei. She shrugged and carefully placed the letter on her drawer picking up the rose to look at it. She smiled. Guess there's always something new to Kousei that I need to figure out throughout our years together.

She then remembered that she should call Kousei and placed the rose over to where the letter was and grabbed her phone, finding Kousei before placing her phone over her ear and waiting for him to answer.

There were a few long rings, and Kaori wouldn't really be surprised if Kousei was asleep. It's 11 pm as of right now.

"Yes?"

"Oh! Kousei!"

"Hello Kaori. So...did you read the letter...?"

"Yup! And I loved every bit of it."

Just from how his voice changed, she knew he was red in the face and getting nervous. "U-uh...well...I'm glad you think so! I actually was kinda scared to even give it to you since I didn't know how you'd react."

"Well, I reacted fine. I loved it, Kousei. It's better than that goodbye letter you read that started all of this."

"O-oh...that letter... I haven't read it ever since because it just hurts me inside but I have kept it, along with the photo. I really think both of our letters don't need a comparison in my opinion...mines about loving you and apologizing, yours is a goodbye..."

Kaori slid down to lay on her bed and sighed. "True, true...Hey, I have a question."

"What is it?"

"How's it going, my little cherry blossom?"

Kousei groaned and Kaori laughed, being careful to keep quiet in case her parents were asleep. Kousei spoke. "Look, I was in the moment, okay? That nickname just came to me when I thought about the first time I met you, it seemed fine."

Kaori smiled and stared at her ceiling. "Hmm...well, here's a fact: I really love cherry blossoms. They're actually my favorite flowers."

"Oh. Well now I have another fact I will forever keep in my memory about you. Is there anything else I need to know that I don't?"

"Now that, Kousei Arima, you will find out on your own." Kaori heard Kousei pout and she smiled.

"Fine."

"By the way, I am also really in love with you too. You're also my first crush, my first love, and I'm slightly positive you'll be my last."

"I want to be positive about you being my last as well, but I don't mean this in a bad way but what makes you think we'll last long enough to be each other's' lasts?"

"Um...well, there's not really any other particular reason aside from the fact I am hopelessly in love with a dork like you."

"Hm. Same, but get rid of dork and replace it with 'a beautiful girl'."

Kaori's cheeks tinted red and she frowned. "I'm not all that beautiful, am I?" She heard Kousei take a deep breath and say, "Kaori, don't get me started-"

Kaori laughed and said in between, "Okay, okay. Now, before this turns into a flirting-all-night session, I would like to sleep. We have school tomorrow."

"True, you're right. What time do you usually go to sleep?"

"Uh...like around 12 or 1. But if I'm tired It's at 10 or 11."

Worry etched into Kousei's voice. "That's not good for your health Kaori...you can't stay up late like that on school days."

Kaori sighed and rubbed her eyes. "Yes, I know."

"Alright, I'll end the call so that you can get a proper rest. I love you."

Kaori situated herself under her covers and stifled a yawn. "Night Kousei, I love you too."

"Um...night now, mylittlecherryblossom." Kousei hung up faster than Kaori could say the word "dummy" and squished in his new nickname for Kaori in the end, which had her smiling and giggling a little. "I love him so much..." she whispered to herself.

She placed her phone on her drawer beside her glasses and laid back on her bed. The many things she loves about Kousei flashing all over her mind. She closed her eyes and prepared herself a night's rest, little snippets of how she'll think her future with Kousei will end up like.

Kaori wasn't aware of it....but right as sleep took her in, she was crying.

Wowowow hi. It's 5 am wow ;; I need to sleep tomorrow's Sunday and I have two projects due on Monday and Tuesday ohjeez. Sorry if this ended up trashy ;(

goodnight/good morning/good evening/good afternoon!