Ch.03
Master Sensei looked Ron in the eye, seeing the young man's desire and conviction to improve. After a while, he nodded in agreement and began to speak. "Stoppable-san, I am glad to hear such words." Seeing the relieved and eager look on Ron's face he added. "Let me begin by explaining a little more about the Mystical Monkey Power that you posses. The MMP has an imprint of various things. One, the techniques and forms for Tai Shing Pek Kwar. Two, the technique developed by a master of Tai Shing Pek Kwar to sense, train and increase the Ki in ones body from the energy found around us, with which one can achieve things normally thought impossible. And three, a fragment of that master's will, meant to guide you in times of need, but this will in time dissipate." Pausing, Master Sensei waited for Ron to process the information.
"So that is why I was able to enter Shego's mind without training." Ron said, acknowledging his understanding.
"Precisely, Stoppable-san." Master Sensei replied nodding with approval. "As for the training you've requested, we will begin with hand to hand combat and meditation. Once you become proficient in meditation, we will move to sensing and using the technique developed by the master of Tai Shing Pek Kwar, to gather the energy around you and build up your MMP." Master Sensei said up to here and looked to Yori before continuing. "Yori will be in charge of your martial arts training."
"Yes, Master Sensei." Yori quickly replied with a bow, trying to hide her excitement but Master Sensei noticed nonetheless.
"Stoppable-san, another thing that is necessary, is to improve in your studies. As you're aware, a healthy mind begins with a healthy body but knowledge is also power. It would be a mistake to seek one and ignore the other." Master Sensei advised.
Ron had a resolute look as he replied. "Thank you, Master Sensei, I will try my best." Ron had just finished speaking when his stomach growled, causing the young man to blush.
Chuckling, Master Sensei spoke. "Seems like your body is in need of sustenance, it has been a while since last you ate, Stoppable-san." He was about to suggest that Ron feed Rufus, when he noticed the little guy fast asleep in Ron's hands, 'good' he thought to himself, Rufus needed the rest.
~~~
Ron was excited at the prospect of training, even more so, when Yori was to be in charge of his martial arts training. Although, he wasn't sure her thoughts, he found her extremely attractive. Sadly, even though he had not admitted it to anyone else, he had feelings for Kim that went beyond that of best friends. Being aware of that, he was not going to pursue a relationship where he was thinking of another. That was not something a man should do. Although, his parents were mostly absent, they and Mrs. Dr. P had thought him as much. With that thought in mind, he remembered the usb flash drive and the contents it had, but not sure how to handle the situation, he decided it was best to focus on what he could do.
Getting up from the bed, he announces it was time to tend to his hunger. "So, who's up for a meal?" Ron asked Master Sensei and Yori as he walked towards his bedroom door with Rufus in hand. Not hearing differently, Ron assumed they were following behind him, opening the door, he headed downstairs to the kitchen.
It took Ron an hour and half to cook enough food for him and his guests. Waking up Rufus, Ron was about to suggest inviting the ninjas that saved his life to join in the meal and so he could thank them personally, when his cellphone rang in his pocket. Excusing himself, Ron took the phone out noticing two things, one, it was Kim calling and two, it was just past noon on Monday, meaning she was calling from lunch. Knowing that Kim would start an argument over his missing school, Ron decided to put the phone in silent and deal with it later.
"Master Sensei, can you call the ninjas that helped me so they could join us for the meal and I may thank them personally?" Ron asked of his mentor.
"Oh, what led to that conclusion? I am sure we never mentioned them, Stoppable-san." Master Sensei asked, curious as to how or when, Ron noticed their presence.
"Ever since I've visited Yamanouchi, I had a feeling I was being watched. At first, I thought it was to see if I broke my promise but after a while I figured there was more to it and with what just happened, they must've been sent to keep me safe." Ron explained, conscious of Master Sensei and Yori staring at him.
"Well done, Stoppable-san" Master Sensei compliments, impressed that Ron was aware of his 'guardians' so early on. "But I must clarify one thing, they were sent to ensure your life was not lost and they will not always be present in your time of need, you mustn't become reliant on their protection." Master Sensei advised.
Ron seriously listened to Master Sensei's words before nodding and replying. "I understand Master Sensei, how would I grow if I believe that my life is never in danger. I will keep it in mind that the one I must rely first and foremost is myself." While speaking, Ron made sure to keep eye contact with Master Sensei so that he could see his sincerity.
~~~
Ron's afternoon was hectic. After thanking the ninjas for saving his life, they all sat down to eat. Out of the three, he only recognized one, he had black hair and a small beard. He remembered seeing him before, as one of the ninja that aided him when he set out to recover the Lotus Blade from Monkey Fist and his monkey ninjas while he was at Yamanouchi last time. His name is Akito and he was the team leader of the three man squad watching over Ron. He would also assist Yori when needed during Ron's training.
Next, Master Sensei arranged for Yori to transfer to Middleton for his training. Since the amount of time needed would not suffice with a short exchange program like last time, his teacher would be coming to him. Ron was wondering where she would be staying and to his surprise he received an answer from an unexpected source. His parents called the house and upon answering, he was informed that the Stoppable's would host a student from Japan that should be arriving at the house that day, so he was to make her feel at home.
Once that was settled, Ron was instructed by Master Sensei on which posture he was to use on meditation, the lotus position and given a few incense that would help beginners reach the appropriate state of meditation. Then, Master Sensei asked Yori to make arrangements for his return to Yamanouchi and to have funds made available for herself so she would be able to fit in, which were delivered as a bank account at the Middleton bank.
An hour later, satisfied with the preparations made, Master Sensei, while stroking his beard, bid farewell and boarded the ride for his trip back to Japan. Yori then pointed out that she would need clothes for her stay in Middleton. Ron agreed but he would need to shower first and Yori thinking to the last time she cleaned up, agreed that she'd would need to as well. Ron blushing at the image that popped into his mind, of a naked Yori under the shower stream, hurriedly showed her to the bathroom and where to find the towels. Going to his room for a change of clothes, he went to the bathroom in the master bedroom, his parents' room and stepped into the shower after placing Rufus comfortably on the fresh clothes.
20 minutes later, both Ron and Yori were downstairs, ready to leave. Ron with his signature style which composed most of his wardrobe and Yori with the same light blue top with a plaid skirt school uniform Ron remembered her wearing when she met him at the airport. As always, present in her hair was the red hairband.
They agreed on going to the mall, since they variety of shops would provide Yori more options. On the walk, Ron started a conversation, asking of her wellbeing and what she been up to since last they met. Finding out that she mostly been at the school, progressing in her training and aiding Master Sensei. He likewise summarized that he had been attending school and helping on missions. After catching up on what the other had been up to, the atmosphere between the two relaxed and they continued chatting till they arrived at the mall 15 minutes later.
With laughter and conversation they began browsing the stores.
~~~
Kim's weekend went great. After helping Ron get back to normal and accompanying him to the wedding, she went home. An hour later, she was on the phone with Monique chatting about the latest fashion, when she got a text from Josh, to see if she was busy that weekend. Promising to tell Monique all about it later, she said goodbye and texted Josh that she had no plans.
The following day, she went on a simple movie date with Josh. After, they had some pizza, talked and later, he walked her home. She took a leap and kissed him on the cheek before going in. Inside, giddy with excitement, she rushed to her room, already dialing Monique to tell her everything.
On Monday morning, she was still excited and did not even wonder why Ron had not come over for breakfast as he often did. Quickly finishing her food, she was out the door, heading to Ron's house, to go to school together. There, Kim was getting impatient, since it looked like Ron either overslept or had already left for school.
She was taking out her phone to call Ron, when a call from Josh came in, forgetting to check on her bestfriend she quickly turned and answered. "Hi, Josh!"
By the time lunchtime came, it was apparent that Ron did not show up for school, since they shared a few classes. Slightly worried and a bit upset, Kim called his cell but received no answer. She was about to leave a voicemail, when Josh came asking if the seat next to her and Monique was taken, inviting him to join them, Kim once again forgot about Ron.
After school, Kim decided to surprise Ron by going over to his house but to her surprise and anger, after ten minutes of knocking, calling and waiting, there was no answer. Calling Wade on her Kimmunicator, Kim decided it was time to use the secret they both kept from Ron. "Wade, I need you to use Ron's chip to track him."
"Kim, you know I don't like doing that, plus why haven't you told him about it." Wade replied.
"Wade, Ron never went to school today and he's not answering my calls, he could be in trouble!" Kim told the young genius. "And you know I'll tell him, I just haven't found the right time." She added not entirely truthful with him. Hearing Wade typing, Kim nodded to herself.
In a moment, Wade replied with Ron's location. "He's fine Kim, I just checked and he's at the mall, no need to worry."
"Thanks Wade, you rock!" Kim said cutting off the connection on her Kimmunicator. With a location, Kim was already on her way to the mall, unaware of the surprise she was going to get.
~~~
Middleton Mall
Ron found himself surprisingly enjoying shopping with Yori. He wasn't one to hate shopping itself, it was that shopping with Kim was all about the 'brand' and he found that irrational. What was the problem with getting the exact same clothes or items without a logo and for less money? Ron still visited the brand stores with Yori, he just found it refreshing that she was not avoiding the rest of the stores.
They were browsing through almost every store they passed by, not really in a rush, when Ron looked around, feeling for a moment that he was being watched. Not finding anything, he figured it was just his nerves, he wasn't used to shopping with anyone besides Kim. So far, he and Yori had not selected any clothes, both having agreed to look around first since he had no plans.
"Oh, that reminds me Yori, do you have a cellphone?" Ron asks, thinking that they never did exchange numbers and that it would be more convenient if they had a means to reach the other.
"Now that you mention it, Stoppable-san, we never did exchange numbers." Yori agrees, pulling out a cellphone and asking for his number. Adding the contact information, she stops smiling. "Photo for the contact?" She asks bringing up the phone.
"Please call me Ron, we are friends." Ron reminds Yori before giving his best smile and watches as Yori takes the picture. A moment later Yori gives a dazzling smile and takes a selfie, not long after, he gets a text from an unknown number. Slightly stunned by the picture, he add her to his contact list and adds the picture to her contact. Both teens were smiling more after that, as they continued their shopping.
After going through most shops once, they talked about which ones they were going back to and began shopping in earnest. Ron originally had no intention on buying anything, but he was beginning to debate if a change in image was in order. Thinking he might as well asks her opinion, he decided to ask Yori. "Um, Yori, do you think I should change my image a bit? I'm trying to figure out if that would help others see that I'm not just a goofball." Ron said while he rubbed the back of his neck.
Yori was surprised by his question, blushing as she responded, she told him her honest thoughts. "Ron-san, I believe that your image is already great, it's just others around you that do not appreciate it."
"Your right Yori, thank you!" Ron replied and added blushing profusely. "My motto has always been, 'Never Be Normal'."
"But, I do recommend getting something for training in." Yori said and adds. "Also, I would like your assistance, Ron-san."
"Sure Yori, with what?" Ron agrees and questions, not noticing the mischievous smile that Yori hid.
~~~
Yori's heart was racing. Besides enjoying her time shopping with Ron, she was anxious with what she was planning but she would not back down. One thing she was sure of, was that staying passive would get her nowhere. She led Ron to the shops they agreed on and once her nerves settled in the clothing store they were in, she grabbed his hand, feeling him tense briefly and walked him towards the dressing rooms.
"Um, Yori." Ron began, not sure with the sudden turn but not trying to free his hand, she noticed, to which she took as a small victory and smiled to herself.
"Ron-san, I would like some help choosing an outfit for school." Yori answered the question he never voiced with a wry smile. "I have a couple that I think will do, but I would like a second opinion." Hearing Ron swallow, she squeezed his hand feeling her heart race again.
Leaving Ron in front of the dressing room, Yori entered, her cheeks slightly red. Inside, she looked at her reflection on the mirror provided for a moment before hanging the clothes she'd chosen on the hook. They weren't much different than what she was wearing, a couple skirts and tops. Mixed in though, she had discreetly picked a new 'training' outfit. Unlike Yamanouchi's training wear, this outfit consisted of tight fitting sports top and yoga pants that accentuated her curves. While slowly removing her clothes, beginning with her shoes and socks, Yori was extremely aware of her actions. When she had removed her light blue top and plaid skirt, Yori caught her appearance in the mirror, all she had on was black underwear and bra. It was of simple design, without anything meant to attract attention, yet the simplicity of the underwear and bra could not hide her beauty, instead it highlights it even further. Yori looked from her long legs, slowly upwards, past her narrow waist and flat belly, up towards her breast, lingering a moment when she noticed her erect nipples, finally past her delicate collar bone to her face. Her body was not like the majority of models, she had more muscle, her breast although big were not overly so, add to it all her curves and it completed an image of natural beauty that could captivate many who were lucky enough to glance upon it.
Yori's was nervous as she gazed at her form in the mirror, face flushed, the majority of her body exposed and her nipples erect from excitement and nerves. Then, she looked at the red hairband present in her hair and a tear went down the side of her face, as she remembered one of her conversations with her late mother, Hatsumi.
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In the memory, Yori was seven and even then signs of her beauty were already present in her younger face. She remembered the conversation with her mother, who looked like an older Yori, the same lovely beauty but with hair past her waist. In Japanese, Yori remembered how she had asked her mom to help her get ready for the festival happening that day. Her mom had helped her put on the red white kimono she now wore. And how, as her mother brushed her hair, she had asked something that she was curious of.
"Mother, how does one know when they are in love?" Yori had asked and she saw her mother's reflection smile before she answered.
"Ah, has someone made you wonder if your in love?" Hatsumi asked, her smile still present.
"No, it's just that mother always looks so happy when she's around father and I wonder if that was because of love and how would I know?" Yori explained not noticing that she was being teased.
"Love is different from person to person, I believe." Hatsumi begins to speak. "For some, it happens when they first see someone. For others, it could be the sound of their voice, the way they act, eye color or hair length. Some can't explain what draw them in, but in my example it was your father's behavior." Her mother's smile was dazzling to Yori as she explained. "We were in middle school when I first met him. He was athletic even then and along with other girls at school, I found him handsome but beyond that there was nothing at first."
"Oh!" Yori said focusing on the story.
"It was a couple of months after the entrance ceremony, when his actions captured my heart." Hatsumi continued her story with the smile ever present as she brushed Yori's hair. "He was in a fight!" Hatsumi paused remembering. "He was up against eight other kids, although he kept trying till he was unconscious, he still lost. Apparently, bullies he had put a stop to before had gathered together to stop his interference. Later, I when learned the reasons, is when I knew I had fallen in love with him. He was fearless as he fought against greater numbers, for what he believed to be right. Even then, I was too shy to approach him, but after, when we were paired for some school work, we got to know each other and in time began to date." Hatsumi reminisced. "When I am around him, then and even now, I feel both safe and happy, knowing that he would fight with that same intensity for me. It causes my heart to race and I can't help but feel lucky that we are together. Thinking of your father and being around him, I get this feeling I can only describe as love. That is how I know that am in love."
Yori remembered what her mother had warned of next, for that was the last advice she recieved from her. "You must be cautious to whom you give your heart, Yori." Hatsumi's tone was serious as she spoke. "Love is extremely powerful. It can give the best of feelings and even strength beyond ones limits, but one can also lose themselves in it. If your love is used to make you do things against your will, remember that, they're not the right person to have your love. When your loved one asks nothing of you, but gives the best of themselves to you, is when you know they are worthy of your love. They would make you smile, hug you when your sad and even when you fight for something that you are at fault for, they would make sure that your okay. So remember, Yori, you must be yourself even as you fall in love. Although it might be hard, think of it like this, you give to them because of love not because you want their love. Love happens naturally and it's not meant to be forced."
~~~
Yori, crying softly to herself began putting her clothes back on. She felt ashamed of what she was doing, like she was trying to buy Ron's love with her body. She was not sure, if putting on the new 'training' outfit, was out of love or to acquire love. She was confused and wished she had someone to talk about it with. Calming herself, she suppressed her emotions and exited.
Thus, Yori was glad that when she exited the dressing room in the same clothes she entered, Ron didn't look disappointed but doubtful. He sought to make eye contact with her, but Yori tilted her head down and to the side, new tears already spilling as her emotions came back to the surface. Yori was about to make a run for it and go back to the Stoppable home, but before she made the first step, she felt arms close around her. Her training kicking in, Yori sent two quick strikes to the abdomen of the person holding her, but the hold did not loosen in the slightest, in fact it tightened. Just as her knee strike was about to hit the genitals of the person holding her, she heard Ron's voice at her ear and stopped mid strike realizing who she was attacking.
"I don't know what's going on, but if you need someone to talk to, just say the word and I'm there." Ron whispered quietly into Yori's ear.
At his words, Yori's body trembled but after hesitating briefly, she wrapped her arms around him. As she felt a broader back than she expected, she stopped trying to hold her feelings at bay and quietly sobbed into Ron's arms. Yori was overwhelmed and confused with the events that happened the last few minutes. She held on tighter to Ron and the comfort he provided, to which in turn, Ron tightened his arms around her and with his right hand rubbed gently at her back.
~~~
Ron wasn't sure what was going on through Yori's mind, but when he saw his friend was troubled and began to cry, he did what came natural to him, he helped. He didn't doubt the actions he was taking, he only did what he hoped would show Yori that he was there, if she needed his help. Ron did not expect that his sudden hug would cause Yori to attack, an oversight, considering her ninja background. Taking Yori's two strikes to his abdomen, he tightened his hug and quietly spoke to her ear.
"I don't know what's going on, but if you need someone to talk to, just say the word and I'm there." Ron said and felt Yori's body trembled in response. After a moment, she returned the hug and continued to quietly sob in his arms. When he felt her strengthen her hug, he did the same and began to rub Yori's back with his right hand hoping to soothe her.
Ron was not aware how long he held Yori in his arms, he just provided all the comfort he could. When Yori finally began to talk, he loosened his hug but didn't let go. "Thank you, Ron-san. I apologize for my display."
"No problem, Yori. I'll say it again, if you need someone to talk to, just say the word and I'm there." Ron replied and reminded Yori.
Looking down at Yori in his arms, Ron finally realized what was happening. He held an extremely beautiful young woman in his arms. His face blushing and pulse quickening, he became aware of her scent, warmth and the feeling of her body in contact with his own. At that moment, Yori's face came into view as she looked up. She was blushing herself, but this time she didn't break eye contact with him. Ron was lost in thought, wondering how lucky he was to have such a beauty in his arms and as he looked into her eyes, he felt the need to steal a kiss. Throwing caution to the wind, Ron brings his face closer to Yori's and does just that. It was a slow yet quick kiss, not lasting more than five seconds, Ron brought their lips together and kissed Yori gently.
~~~
After Yori calmed down enough to stop crying and thank Ron, she was just starting to enjoy being in his arms when his heart rate increased, letting her know, that he too, was aware of her in his arms. Feeling her heart race and a blush come to her face, Yori looked up and into Ron's brown eyes. She was beginning to be lost in them, when Ron's face came closer and he stole her first kiss. It was gentle and Yori found it amazing. Just when the two came apart again and were lost recalling the moment, someone spoke to the side.
"Didn't know you had it in you, Ron."
~~~
Ron was aware that he shouldn't have stolen a kiss from Yori, especially considering his feelings for Kim. If he was to be completely honest with himself though, he did not regret a moment of it, in fact, he felt the desire to take another. Just when he decided to, someone spoke to the side.
"Didn't know you had it in you, Ron."
Ron didn't recognize the voice at first. He froze, blushing even more, at the teasing tone it carried. Ron and Yori took a step apart from each other. Looking to the side, he located the source of the voice, but their appearance did not match with the person he connected the voice to. There stood a blue eyed, blonde young woman with fair complexion. She was wearing skintight jeans that highlighted her ass and a blue t-shirt of simple design. For a moment, Ron found himself staring. What could he say, she looked great and her voice was really familiar. Her face sported a teasing smile that matched her tone. With a closer look, he was certain of her identity but he had trouble believing it.
"Shego?" Ron asked and noticed her smile widened a bit, confirming his thoughts.
"Most people don't recognize me when I'm in disguise either, what gave me away?" Shego asked back her smile still present.
"I'd recognize you anywhere." Ron replied confidently. Then, realizing possible implications, quickly added. "Yori, this is Shego. Shego, Yori." Not noticing the delight his words caused with Shego and Yori's brief look of surprise.
~~~
31 Hours Earlier Shego's Residence
An hour after the three shadows dissapeared with Ron, Shego was just about done making arrangements for the repairs. She contacted the same company used to build the house and with a nice bonus, they would start the next morning, Monday at seven sharp. That done, she checked to see how many of her clothes she could salvage, but the majority was damaged to the point that wearing them, was the same as going nude. Taking the clothes that could still be of use in her arms, Shego headed to the sub level to do laundry. This was the floor with the garage, training room and the room for the generators, which doubled as the room for the cleaning bots charging and storage.
In the laundry room, Shego put the clothes in different hampers, depending on whether they were whites, colors, machine washable or dry clean only ect. Gave the command necessary for the bot in charge of the laundry to begin and went upstairs to make herself something to eat. Settling for a large helping of cereal, she had nothing else to do besides figuring her accommodations while repairs were being done, since her disguise would cause her discomfort. At this point, Shego got an idea that would be fun to try out.
~~~
By seven the next morning, Shego had her disguise on and now looked like a blue eyed, blonde young woman with fair skin. Normally, Shego wouldn't disguise herself, but she liked to be cautious when it came to her house and since she was going to Middleton later, it was more convenient this way. When the team responsible for the repairs arrived, Shego showed them the damaged areas, starting with the burn marks on the lawn, then the master bedroom and finally the second story deck. She also warned them, that cameras would be watching everything they did and that they were only allowed 8 hours on the property before they triggered the security system.
That done, Shego went to her study to track down Ron and to her surprise, found his cellphone GPS leading to his house, instead of a hospital as she expected. Setting things up so that Ron's phone was always tracked by her own, Shego was ready for her trip to Middleton. Going down to the sub level garage with her luggage in hand, Shego chose to take her blue 2016 BMW i8 and after putting her luggage in the trunk, was ready to go.
~~~
Just as Shego was nearing Middleton, she noticed that the location of Ron's phone changed. Arriving at the mall, she was wondering what was going on. The burns Ron received should require proper medical attention, so how was his cellphone at the mall right now? 'Did I tip off their geek support?' Shego thought to herself, but confident with her disguise, decided to see for herself, if it was a trap, the chances of anyone recognizing her were low and even if they did, she would just fight her way through.
"Let's see what surprise they have for me." Shego whispers to herself as she gets out of the BMW.
Following her phone's advance tracking function, that rivaled top government agencies, Shego tracked Ron's phone to Club Banana. Pocketing her phone, Shego went in pretending to be a customer, as she checked if there were any undercover Global Justice agents. After a few minutes, satisfied that no one stood out, Shego went to the corner of the store where Ron's phone was located. She found Ron sitting in front of the changing rooms and was shocked to see that his neck showed no sign of the burn he recieved the day prior.
What surprised Shego more was that the person Ron was waiting for wasn't Kimmie, but an Asian beauty. After a few moments, she saw Ron get up and quickly hug the young woman, adding to her shock. Seeing them holding onto each other for a while, Shego was sure there were no other surprises, so she decided to approach. After a couple minutes though, came another surprise. Ron looked at the young woman and after she looked into his eyes, he stole a kiss. By this point, Shego was sure that the image she had of Ron was superficial at best and she wanted to know more but, before that it was time for some fun.
"Didn't know you had it in you, Ron." She teased, enjoying as his blush deepened and they separated. Smiling, Shego noticed him staring at her for a moment and filed that for later.
"Shego?" Ron asked hesitantly and her smile widened a bit.
She was surprised that he recognized her so quickly and just had to ask how, so still smiling, she did just that. "Most people don't recognize me when I'm in disguise either, what gave me away?"
"I'd recognize you anywhere." Ron replied confidently. Then, quickly added. "Yori, this is Shego. Shego, Yori."
Shego wouldn't admit it, but her heart sped up a bit when she heard Ron's reply. She also noticed Yori's surprised look and had a few ideas, but for now they'd have to wait. There was something Shego wanted to do and with the previous atmosphere between Ron and Yori, she found it just right. Walking up to Ron, Shego held his face in her hands and kissed him. Shego was satisfied to see his slightly dazed expression when she pulled back, causing her to smirk.
"I must be dreaming!" Ron murmured to himself. "Only in my dreams have I kissed both Yori and Shego."
Hearing his words, Yori's blush returned even more visible than before and Shego's smirk widened a bit. Just as Shego was about to tease Ron about his comment, Yori walked up to him and just like Shego, held Ron's face and kissed him. His slightly dazed expression returning, Yori spoke. "It is not a dream, Ron-san."
"So what else have you done to us in your dreams, Ron?" Shego teased and saw both teens blush.
"What brings you to Middleton, Shego?" Ron quickly changed the topic.
"Needed a place to stay while repairs are taking place in my house. Seeing as you not only found my house but invited yourself there, I figured, might as well do the same." Shego answered. "Speaking of, how did you find my house? I went to great lengths to make sure that no one could connect it to me."
"A-about that..." Ron began to explain, stressing the fact that he just wanted to apologize as quickly as possible. "I assure you, I will tell no one where you live." Ron added in utmost seriousness. "I'm guessing you used a similar method?" Ron asked.
Seeing that, Shego decided to let it go, but she was aware that he never said anything regarding her plans to stay over. "You got it." Shego told him directly. "Since you're already shopping, I might as well tag along, since am in need of clothes." She declared.
~~~
"OMG(oh my god)!" Monique whispered to herself. She had not expected that just as she entered Club Banana for her shift, she'd get such a surprise. There was Ron, holding a girl in his arms. Monique couldn't let such a scoop pass by, so she brought out her phone and started recording. Just as she was about to stop recording, came the second surprise. Ron kissed the girl! 'Ron made a move! I thought he only had eyes for Kim!' Monique thought to herself, among other things. She was snapped out of her thoughts just as quickly, when a young blonde walked up to Ron and within moments, kissed him. Monique didn't even get the chance to process that, when the previous girl kissed Ron herself. "IMBD(I must be dreaming)." Monique murmured as she stopped recording and put away her phone.
~~~
Ron had seriously believed he was dreaming. With how things usually went for him, kissing Yori and then being kissed by Shego, could only happen in a dream. Being honest, he had a few of those dreams, especially with a certain redhead. When Yori approached and kissed him of her own accord, then whispered he was not dreaming, he felt like shouting 'Boo Yah!' in celebration. Shego didn't let his slip of the tounge slide.
"So what else have you done to us in your dreams, Ron?" Shego teased.
Blushing, Ron changed the topic, asking what brought her to Middleton and to his surprise, she intended to stay at his place. When she asked about how he found her, he honestly answered.
"A-about that..." Ron began to explain, stressing the fact that he just wanted to apologize as quickly as possible. "I assure you, I will tell no one where you live." Ron added in utmost seriousness. "I'm guessing you used a similar method?" Ron asked.
"You got it." Shego told him directly. "Since you're already shopping, I might as well tag along, since am in need of clothes." She declared.
Hearing that, Ron was wondering if she was serious with him and planned to stay over. If so, how was he going to handle the situation. More importantly, how was he going to keep anyone from finding out, especially Kim.
"Sure." Ron momentarily chose to focus on shopping, there would be time later to worry about the rest.
~~~
Monique had a lot on her mind after seeing Ron kissing with the two young woman. Add onto that, she was remembering the fun times she had with Ron since they found common ground and how she once hoped things would go between them. Monique was so lost in her thoughts, she did not notice Ron approach with Yori and the disguised Shego until he greeted her.
"H-hey, Monique." Ron said causing her to jump. From the sound of his voice, Monique could tell he was worried if she saw him, so with a wry smile and nodding she confirmed his thoughts. "Ugh, can I get a headstart?" Ron asked, flashing a smile.
Monique wasn't certain that she was going to pass on the information yet, but since Ron asked, she decided to agree. "Sure, till morning. Ron, can you introduce your friends?" She asked while helping them finish their purchases.
"Thanks, Monique this is Yori. Yori, Monique. And..." Ron paused looking to the blonde standing next to him. Noticing this but deciding not to comment, Monique looked to the woman herself.
"Sarah." Shego relied smoothly.
"Nice to meet you, I'm Monique, hope we get along." Monique greeted.
"Pleasure to meet you, Monique-san, I'm Yori." Yori greeted.
"Likewise." Said Sarah smiling wryly.
Finishing with the purchases, Ron and the women said goodbye and exited the store. From the looks of it, they were going to continue shopping some more. Seeing them off, Monique returned to her thoughts, debating what to do with the new information and how it affected her directly. Sighing softly to herself, she greeted a new customer and decided to postpone her thoughts for later.
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Arriving at the mall, Kim went straight to the food court, thinking the chances of finding Ron there were highest. Upon arrival, she was disappointed when there was no sign of him. Thinking that maybe he was at a video game store, she checked them but again found nothing. As a shot in the dark, Kim went towards the movie theater but seeing none of Ron's favorites playing, she gave up on checking if he was inside.
Remembering that Monique had a shift at Club Banana, Kim decided to try her luck and see if she'd seen Ron. Just as Kim was entering Club Banana, she ran into Bonnie and Tara, who were coming out holding shopping bags. Kim originally was going to say a greeting in passing, but when she saw Tara's crestfallen expression, she decided to check on her. "Hey Bonnie, Tara, is everything okay?"
Tara just sighed but Bonnie couldn't hide her anger at seeing Tara so hurt because Ron was kissing before. "Argh, it's your loser friend. Now out of the way, we have places to be!" Bonnie said already pulling Tara along.
"Wait, Ron? No, I mean he's not a loser! But what happened?" Kim asked
"He was making out with two different woman at Club Banana just a while ago." Tara answered with tears at the corner of her eyes. Seeing that, Bonnie hugged her and led her away, shooting one last glare at Kim.
"What?! Ron?" Kim muttered, unable to believe it. She decided to ask Monique for two reasons. One, she loves gossip. And two, she knows everything that happens in Club Banana.
Once Kim saw Monique behind the counter she approached, but before she could talk to Monique, she had to wait for her to finish with a customer. While waiting, Kim took out her phone to reply to a text. The text was from her mom asking her to babysit the twins, since she was needed at the hospital. Replying that she was on her way, Kim headed for the appropriate exit. Just after exiting, she was stunned with what she saw.
There was Ron, accompanied by two young woman. They were chatting and laughing together, but what surprised Kim the most, was how close Ron was with them. Kim was rooted in place for five minutes before her shock dissipated and she continued on her way home. That aside, Kim was going to find out exactly who they were, but for now she was needed at home.
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Shego enjoyed her time shopping with Ron and Yori. Although, at first there was some tension between her and Yori, since she kissed Ron, but after a while things relaxed between the two. The topic of conversation had started on clothing, but eventually moved onto Ron and his plans for self improvement. When Ron mentioned that Yori was going to be in charge of his martial arts training, Shego's curiosity was piqued. She instantly suggested a sparing session with Yori, but Ron shutdown her idea.
After shopping for nearly an hour and genuinely enjoying herself, Shego noticed that Ron and Yori had finished their shopping. Wrapping up her shopping for the day, Shego was about to suggest getting something to eat, but she noticed Ron was hesitant to speak. Although she was starving since only had light breakfast in the morning, Shego wanted to find out what was on his mind first.
"So what's on your mind, Ron?" Shego asked, thinking that he was trying to change her mind about staying at his place. She wasn't sure why, but that thought dampened her mood a bit. 'Well, what could she expect, she was a wanted criminal and superpowered freak.' At least that's how Shego thought everyone else saw her, thus, when she heard Ron's reply, it made that much more of an impact.
"Well, originally I was trying to think of a way to change your mind, but I decided to let you stay over." Ron replied while looking Shego in the eye.
To say Shego was shocked was an understatement. Originally, it was intended as a joke to mess with Ron. She had intended to stay in the area, but not at Ron's house. Seeing as princess and him are besties, that would have been like saying 'send me to jail' and she wasn't stupid enough to do that, but his words made her heart skip a beat.
Oblivious to her surprise, Ron continued speaking. "There will be a couple of conditions, so as long as you agree, then you're welcome to stay."
'There's the catch.' Shego thought to herself, disappointed. 'Leave it to a man to try and get into my pants.'
"First, I would like your help with my training. Two, try not to let Kim know your staying at my place. And three, while staying your not allowed to wear your disguise in my house." Ron said in complete seriousness and still looking Shego in the eye. "That's it."
Again, Ron's answer threw Shego for a loop. She was becoming rapidly aware, that judging Ron with the standard of most men, was an insult to him. Still, while she could understand the first two conditions but the last made no sense to her, so she was forced to ask why. "What's with your third condition?"
"Ah, simple really." Ron began to explain. "While shopping I noticed that you were scratching here and there, I figured it was a side effect of what your using to change your skin tone. So I chose to help prevent that discomfort." Here, Ron blushed a bit but continued speaking. "And it is my opinion that you look more beautiful without the disguise."
"Oh!" Shego wasn't one to believe it when someone used flattery, but she had a feeling that Ron was being honest with her. At that, she felt like continuing to tease him, especially when she noticed the brief look of surprise Yori had. With a smile, Shego grabbed Yori's left hand and put it on Ron's right. Then, taking his left, Shego started leading both of them to her BMW. "Deal "
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Tara found herself lost in thought as Bonnie led her out of the mall. She kept thinking of Ron kissing with the two woman and without realizing it, finally started crying. A moment later, she felt Bonnie hug her and holding onto her, Tara continued to cry. Tara wasn't sure how long she cried for, but when she finally calmed down and was about to thank Bonnie, Bonnie spoke first.
"You really like him, don't you, Tara?" Bonnie spoke softly while still hugging Tara.
In response Tara nodded and replied just as softly. "Yeah."
Bonnie hugged her a little tighter before speaking. "Normally, I would say he's at the bottom of the food chain," hearing that, Tara tensed, "but why dont you fight for him?" Bonnie asked stunning her. "If he hasn't noticed you, force him to! If he can't tell your feelings, show them to him! You're a cheerleader, smart and beautiful! So fight till your feelings reach him!"