(Y/n): We're no good for each other.

You ran your hand delicately through the orange-gold locks of the girl resting her head in your lap. A soft smile spread on your face as you gazed softly at her.

(Y/n): We both like other people and yet...

Your hand stopped and your thumb lightly caressed her cheek. Her face scrunched lightly, but you noticed her smile lightly.

(Y/n): I can't help but feel a connection with you. You just had to weasel your way into my heart, huh?

You shifted slightly in your seat carefully letting the girl's head lay onto the couch so that you could retrieve a blanket for her. You turned to search for another blanket when something tugged on your sleeve. You slowly glanced over your shoulder to see it was her.

Taiga: Don't... leave...

Earlier

A knock at the door alerted you to the presence of someone. You stifled a yawn as you jogged over to the door pulling on the handle. The door swung open to reveal Taiga in a simple peach-colored dress.

(Y/n): Hey Taiga! You look nice.

Taiga looked you up and down and you followed her gaze. To be truthful you didn't know what to wear for this. Your white dress shirt hung loosely from your form and your dress pants were a little snug around the waist. These pieces of attire that give off an air of maturity were beset by the cooking apron tied to your waist.

Taiga: You look decent.

(Y/n): T-Thank you?

You questioned as Taiga entered into the room. You closed the door behind her before making your way back into the kitchen to finish up the meal. A smile graced your features as you added the final touch and prepared two bowls. The steam rising from it into the light as you set one in front of Taiga and set the other across the table from her.  Untying the apron from your waist, you folded it and set it down on the chair.

Taiga: What is this?

(Y/n): It's a little something we use to make in (Place of Origin). Try it, pretty please?

Taiga glared at you before taking her spoon and taking a hesitant bite. Her eyes widened slightly as the food hit her tongue. She wouldn't admit it but... it was ok maybe even ok. She took to eating it and you followed in suit. A small smile grazed your features as you had managed to actually get Taiga to eat your food. A ringing filled your ears as the silence of the room overtook you both. You glanced up occasionally to find the girl avoiding your gaze. It was understandable, the air was tense and awkward as were the two of you.

(Y/n): Th-

Taiga: Wh-

You both spoke at the same time. You fell silent as Taiga looked away.

(Y/n): Y-You go first.

Taiga brought her gaze back and her eyes met yours for a brief moment.

Taiga: Where are your parents?

(Y/n): They decided to go out tonight. 

You decided to leave out the part of them screaming it was a date and talking about marriage. You blushed slightly at the embarrassing memory as Taiga finished the last of her dish.

(Y/n): Would you like some more?

Taiga mumbled out sure as you took her bowl to refill it. This was comforting for some reason. The cold outside with the warm inside. The orange glow of the lights and the occasional candle here and there letting a soft cinnamon smell into the air. The two of you spent the majority of the dinner engaging in an awkward small talk. You ran a hand through your hair lightly as you stood up with your empty bowl. You looked into Taiga's bowl to see it was still full somewhat and made your way to the sink to rinse the bowl. Seeing the few dirty dishes in the sink, you took it upon yourself to wash them. You wanted to make your mother's life easier and more relaxing. You rolled up your sleeves to your elbows and took to washing each dish accordingly. Some time into it, another pair of hands joined you in rinsing the kitchenware. Glancing over you found that it was obviously Taiga.

(Y/n): I've got this Taiga.

Taiga: You made the meal. The least I can do is help you.

(Y/n): I insist-

Taiga: Just shut up and let me.

You fell silent and let the sound of running water fill in the noise. You swallowed lightly and your hands shivered lightly under the cool water.

(Y/n): Why don't you find us something to watch on Tv. We can watch a movie or something.

You spoke to her, hoping she would take it as to cut down on the tension. After a brief moment, she set down the bowl she had been clutching and dried off her hands with a cloth towel. She tossed it on the counter and turned to you.

Taiga: Fine. Hopefully, I pick something you hate.

She begrudgingly walked off toward the living space to change the channel. You returned to your task, moving at a quickened pace so that you can join Taiga. Why did you want to join her quickly? You asked yourself internally as you waited for the sound of the Tv from the living area. After a few seconds, it was still silent. Maybe she is still looking for the remote? You set the last dish into the dish tray and dried off your hands thoroughly with the same already slightly damp towel used by Taiga. You set it aside and approached the silent living room. You flicked off the kitchen light as you passed by leaving the only lights in the house to be the lamp in the living room and the candles scattered about. You opened your mouth to call out to Taiga, but found your voice dying on your lips. The sound of soft snoring filled your ears. Your movements slowed as you approached the couch quietly to find the girl in question. You let out a sigh but couldn't help the smile that rose to your features.

(Y/n): If you had just told me you were tired I wouldn't have asked you to dinner.

You maneuvered around the couch and took a seat. Taiga mumbled out something before resting her head against your thigh. You found the remote by your side and went to grab it but found yourself pausing. Somewhere in your mind, you wanted to watch a movie about a reindeer with a red nose... but another part wanted to ensure Taiga slept well. You set the remote down and gazed down at her. She moved again and you choked slightly as her head fully rested on top of your leg. You let out another sigh.

(Y/n): We're no good for each other.

You ran your hand delicately through the orange-gold locks of the girl resting her head in your lap. A soft smile spread on your face as you gazed softly at her.

(Y/n): We both like other people and yet...

Your hand stopped and your thumb lightly caressed her cheek. Her face scrunched lightly, but you noticed her smile lightly.

(Y/n): I can't help but feel a connection with you. You just had to weasel your way into my heart, huh?

You shifted slightly in your seat carefully letting the girl's head lay onto the couch so that you could retrieve a blanket for her. You turned to search for another blanket when something tugged on your sleeve. You slowly glanced over your shoulder to see it was her.

Taiga: Don't... leave...

Present

Mom: That was so much fun! I can't believe you punched that guy!

Dad: Well he shouldn't have offered you a dance!

You Mom cuddled close to your jealous Dad, she clung to his arm as he unlocked the door to their apartment.  He took off his coat and took her's to hang them up when he heard a gasp. He tossed the coats aside as he felt panic grip him. He sped down the entryway.

Dad: Wh-

Mom: Shhh! Look!

You Mom whisper yelled as they gazed at the sleeping pair. The girl resting her head on the boy's lap with a blanket covering her. The boy had simply hunched over and fallen asleep.

Mom: They're so cute!

Dad: Don't scare me like that! What if-

Your Mom let out a deep sigh. I seemed annoyed, but there was a hint of grief in it.

Mom: Honey, we just had a fun night out and our son has a girl over. I don't want to feel sad right now.

Dad: But we have to start planning. If the treatment doesn't work...

Your Mom pressed her lips to your Dad's.

Mom: Hush now, alright? We can talk another day, but I don't want to wake them.

Dad: Alright. Now I get to cuddle my beautiful wife!

Your Dad silently cheered as your Mom walked into the room followed by her now happy husband. the closing of their door the only noise for the rest of the night.

A/n: Alright folks I do hope you enjoyed. This took longer than usual, but I still hope it is high quality! If you enjoyed the chapter, please leave a comment telling me how I did and I'll see you in the next update!