-1 A/N: Hello all! I am so sorry it took me so long to get a story posted. I've been busy. I got a new job. Now, all I need to do is pass my data test…. Anyways, this is another Kitchen Princess story. I got the idea for this story as I was sitting in my car last Saturday and Colors of the Heart came on. I can't tell you what is going happen with this story, but it will have chapters and as I present each chapter, I will explain a little more to you. He he. I'm sure HoneyBearChibiPandaSmexBree will enjoy this. Lol. This is also for XxMidnightPrincessxX. She gave me the idea for a story with chapters. Also, Najika and Daichi never got together. After Daichi rejected her, it stayed that way and they never got together. It works for my story…. Oh yeah, I do not own Colors of the Heart. It's by the amazing J-pop/rock band, UverWorld. Anyways, enjoy!

Disclaimer: I do not own Kitchen Princess. Ando-sensei and Miyuki-sensei own it. I own nothing. Nothing I tell you!

Colors of the Heart

Chapter One: Seyia-kun

It had been three years since I transferred to Seika Academy. I remember that I was brought here to be a spokesperson for the school Culinary School that they were planning on opening. That's when I met Kazami Najika. I remember seeing her when I was younger, and I remember how much she had annoyed me. But, after awhile, I discovered that I loved her. I tried to pursue her, but she wanted nothing to do with me. She was in love with Kitazawa Daichi, the Directors son. And I knew he was in love with her, too. But, he had rejected her. But, that was a few years ago. I wondered why they hadn't gotten together yet. I always saw them together and they looked happy. Both Akane and I agreed that they would be happier in a relationship.

I was sitting on a bench, admiring the cherry blossoms when they walked by. I watched their expressions. They looked so happy together, but then I saw Najika's face cloud over in sadness when Daichi left her. She turned around and headed back to Fujita's Diner without noticing me sitting there.

"I wish they would get together and get it over with already," Akane said, appearing behind me.

I started and looked around. I didn't even know how long she had been standing there.

"Yeah, I know. Maybe we should do some matchmaking," I said.

"We could, but it might backfire on us," she said, sitting down to me. "If it backfires, not only will they get hurt, but we might get hurt in the process as well."

I nodded and looked up at the cherry blossoms.

"I wonder why it's taking them so long," I muttered.

"I think it has something to do with what happened when Najika confessed her feelings to Daichi and he turned her down," Akane said, looking up at the blossoms, too. "I think Daichi is afraid he will hurt her again and I think Najika is afraid to be hurt. But, they haven't realized that they are hurting each other now."

"Maybe we should think up a plan. Come by my house later and we will talk about it," I said, standing.

Akane stood, too and looked at me.

"Seyia-kun, can I ask you a question?" Akane asked.

"What is it?"

"Do you still love Najika?" she asked.

I sighed and didn't answer right away. I knew what the answer was. Of course I still loved her. She was my first love. You don't ever forget your first love.

"Yes, I do still love her," I said. "She was my first love. You never forget your first love. I'm sure you know what I mean."

I walked away from Akane, leaving her standing next to the bench. I walked in the direction on Fujita Diner. I wanted to see Najika. I wanted to see how she was. As the store came in view, I saw her. She was outside sweeping the front of the store. She was so lovely. The slight breeze ruffled her hair and her dress. I couldn't believe that she still loved Daichi. I didn't like that. I wanted her to be mine and mine alone. I took a deep breath and headed toward the diner. Najika heard my footsteps and eagerly looked up. I knew she was hoping I was Daichi.

"Good afternoon, Seyia-kun!" Najika said, smiling.

My heart tightened. Her smile didn't seem so bright. I had noticed that her smile got a little less bright everyday. The only way to get her bright smile back was to get her together with Daichi. I didn't like to admit it, but I knew that was the only way.

"Seyia-kun?" I heard Najika say. "Are you okay?"

"Huh? Yeah, I'm fine. I'm just a little tired."

"Come on in and I will give you something to eat that will revive you a little," she said.

I followed her into the familiar diner and I sat down in my usual spot. She brought me her food and I ate it without talking. When I finished, and came to take my dish away, I grabbed her arm.

"Najika-chan, I am going to ask you this one last time," I said. "Will you go out with me?"
Najika looked away from me and she started to shake.

"I'm sorry, Seyia-kun, but I can't go out with you."

"Why? Is it because of Daichi? Do you still love him that much?" I asked.

Najika turned to look at me. I had never seen so much sadness in a person's eyes before.

"Yes, I still love Daichi. There was a time when I wouldn't admit my feelings because I was afraid of how Senpai would have felt. I loved Senpai. But, Daichi was my first love. He saved me from drowning, and he gave me the courage to smile. You can never forget someone like that."

I sighed and ran my hand through my hair.

"I know what you mean," I said, leaning back in my chair. "After all, you are my first love. And I will never forget you."

"I'm sorry, Seyia-kun," I heard her whisper.

"It's okay. I actually expected you to answer the way you did. I know I can't compete with Daichi. After all, you've loved him all your life."

I stood and walked over to the door.

"Oh, yeah. One more thing, Najika-chan," I said. "I hope you find happiness and I love you."

I walked out the door and left Najika speechless by the table. I still loved her, but I decided to move on. I just had to. I couldn't keep mooning over her or I would never be able to be truly happy. My heart tightened once more as I thought about moving on. I guess this is what people called unrequited love. I knew Najika and I were never going to be together, yet, I kept forcing my love on her. I walked toward the bench I was sitting on and I stopped when I heard two voices I knew.

"Please, Akane. We can't do this! You gave your blessing for me and Najika!" Daichi was saying.

"But, I love you! I can't help it! I want you and me to be together, not you and Najika!" Akane said.

"Akane, I love you but I'm not in love with you," Daichi said.

"Daichi! Please give me a chance!" Akane said.

I felt bad for Akane. She really loved Daichi, but he just didn't love her that way and he was trying to tell her that.

I heard a rustle and I had a feeling that Akane had thrown herself at Daichi. I felt bad for her, but I also thought it was a very stupid thing to be doing.

"Akane! Please, stop it!" Daichi yelled.

I could tell he was irritated. I heard more rustling and Daichi appeared. He didn't seem to notice me as he stalked off toward the diner. He was probably going to see Najika. I waited until he was out of sight before I went to see Akane. She was leaning up against a tree when I found her.

"Akane-chan, are you okay?" I asked her.

She looked at me with blank eyes and she nodded. Then she started to cry. I didn't know what to do, so I just stood by her awkwardly. As I watched her cry, I realized that I might have feelings for her. They weren't as strong as the ones I had for Najika, but they were defiantly feelings of love. She threw herself at me and cried into my shoulder.

"Oh. Seyia-kun!" she wailed. "I don't know what to do!"

"Go out with me," I said before I could stop myself.

"What?" she asked, looking up at me confused.

"Akane-chan… I love you."

A/N: What did you think? He he. I think it's going to turn out well. And I hope you will all read this story to the end. It's been awhile since I have written a chapter story, so please stay with me till the end. Well, it's 4 am and I am at my grandma's, so I should get some sleep. Remember, I accept constructive criticism, but please, no flames. See you in my next chapter!