A Visit (ch4)

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Here's a little something I wrote a few weeks/months back. People voted they wanted to see this fic before my others because it was the fluffiest of the choices haha.

A very short thing! Akko and Diana are seeing each other in secret, so it could play into Years Later AU perhaps.

Disclaimer: I do not own Little Witch Academia.

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													Chapter 4. Five Minutes

"Come on, come oonnn! Don't be so uptight, Diana!"

"Hmph. I will remind you that you may be in a position to say such a thing, because you are not supposed to be on hallway patrol at the moment..."

"Aww, c'mon! You can take a break for five minutes!"

"Five minutes, she says..."

Diana mutters as much as she follows almost reluctantly behind Akko, who's got her by the sleeve and is guiding her away from her post.

It is one thing for Diana to tactfully leave her tasks on her own, when she has precisely calculated the proper timing to do so.

But for Akko to be blatantly pulling her away like this... there isn't anything tactful about it. She just has to hope no one will see or question them for the next five minutes.

But Diana hasn't gotten to be alone with her all day. Therefore, she is more willing than not to follow behind her girlfriend, down the now un-patrolled hallways, and out one of the building's exit doors.

It is lunch hour at present, and therefore most other students are inside enjoying a meal. Akko had only excused herself from her table with a claim she needed to run to the restroom. As such, she really would have to keep this to no longer than five minutes, or else her teammates would get suspicious and come looking for her, no doubt.

Akko leads Diana around the side of the building, where a jutting corner and some bushes make for a nice private area. Being that it is close to some of the outdoor gardens, the aroma of nearby flowers also gives it a very relaxing atmosphere.

It's almost calming enough to make the high-strung Diana Cavendish relax.

That's part of the reason why Akko decides to meet with her here in secrecy whenever they can.

With a contented sigh, Akko stops walking and pulls Diana in for a tight hug.

"Ahhh, I've missed getting to do this..."

Diana rolls her eyes, but places her hands around Akko's back nonetheless.

"You act as though you have not been able to for years on end. May I remind you we only just met one another here last night?"

"Yeah~"

"And that we were very nearly discovered."

"Y-Yeah..." Akko chuckles sheepishly in response to Diana's firmer tone.

They still aren't sure how to go about telling people their secret just yet. With the display they typically put on in front of others, they're certain people will be conflicted about knowing of their relationship, particularly their own teammates. As such, they have been opting to meet in secrecy whenever possible.

Which, of course, warrants that Diana occasionally leave her post on night-watch or hallway patrols in order to come rendezvous with her while Akko sneaks away from her friends.

Diana will always tell her beforehand which time the watch-persons will be on break, in between shifts, or simply at other locations to reduce the risk of Akko being caught.

But Diana hates the feeling that she's abusing her powers with these secret rendezvous, so she always makes certain to cover whatever position they are exploiting herself. She will meticulously and surreptitiously ensure that everything is perfectly in control before allowing herself her few moments alone with Akko.

The same holds true for now. Even as she returns the embrace, her eyes are flashing sharply around the area, ensuring no one else is nearby. Akko giggles and snuggles into her collar, but isn't unaware of her girlfriend's tension. Her chuckles soon turn into a sigh.

"Dianaaaa. Stop worryiiiiiing. Just enjoy this for five minutes."

"That is easy for you to suggest," she huffs. "As I have previously mentioned, you have no concerns about all of this, as you are not the one shirking responsibilities at the moment."

"So then," Akko pulls away and looks up at her, her voice suddenly withdrawn. "Do you think you'd... rather go back...?" She looks away. "I... If this is really bothering you, Diana, then we can stop-"

"That is not what I said," Diana snaps. She isn't angry, but rather flustered that she's given Akko the wrong impression. "I... I very much enjoy getting to see you, Akko. But the fact remains that I still have responsibilities to attend to."

"Geeeez," Akko groans. "Like I said, you have enough responsibilities, Diana! You can take a break for five minutes."

"...I suppose. However, I must-"

"Diana!" Akko gets right up in her face, nose-to-nose with her, and scolds her. "You talk too much!"

And with that, she shuts her up in the best way she knows how to.

Akko pushes their mouths together, leading Diana to swallow back and forget about whatever it was she was going to say.

With a sigh, the white-haired witch accepts her reprimand for talking too much. She has to admit, this is a rather favorable alternative.

She pulls Akko in closer by the shoulders, and in turn, feels Akko's grip around her waist and back tighten. Akko takes a step closer until Diana's back is pressed against the building to help keep her supported as they lose themselves in one another.

Akko's lost count of how many times she's kissed her since they had started seeing one another. Never in all her life did she ever think she'd be kissing someone like Diana.

And she especially didn't think someone like Diana would be kissing her back.

Diana's lips are so soft, still getting used to having Akko's pushing against them.

Akko knows she will always be a little smug about having Diana's first kiss. And she plans to be the first and last person she ever kisses, so long as Diana feels the same.

Akko knows Diana must have boys of prestigious titles and bloodlines lined up at her doorstep back home, just waiting for her to return from Luna Nova so they can argue about who's going to put a ring on her finger and share in her families profits and spoils.

Diana's told her before that she finds the thought absolutely revolting.

And yet, she finds nothing unsettling about Akko, aside from her occasional recklessness and lack of focus. But even those parts of her, Diana is learning to enjoy. To some degree.

Akko already enjoys just about every part of her. Perhaps even literally.

Like her lips.

And of course the rest of her, too.

Diana's porcelain skin is still so untouched in manners such as these.

Keeping one arm braced at the small of Diana's back, Akko slips one hand up to her shoulder. Her fingers brush and dance against the side of Diana's neck, then gently glide up to cup her cheek. Her smooth skin is flawless, much like the rest of her.

Her fluffy, wavy hair tickles the back of Akko's hand, politely requesting attention. Akko obliges and begins to thread her fingers through it.

But Diana's lips are a little more demanding, even when there are no words on them.

Akko drinks her in, still baffled by the fact that she's able to kiss her like this.

It feels like such a rare, ethereal event, like spotting a unicorn or hearing a mermaid sing.

It feels so special, like it might never happen again, like it could all just be a dream she wakes up from after their five minutes are over.

And it feels like this each time she kisses her. It's nothing short of magical.

As the seconds pass by, Akko can feel Diana getting short on breath, and realizes she's much the same. She has to remember Diana's first kiss was her own first kiss as well, and they are both only as experienced in this as the other is.

Which isn't too much. Yet.

So, although it takes her great effort to pull away, Akko eases back.

Diana loosens, but doesn't break, her hold on Akko's shoulders to allow her to do so. Both their faces are lightly dusted with pink now, though Diana's paler complexion by nature makes even the slightest blush appear cherry-red. Akko can't help but tease her about it.

"Hee hee, Diana, you're so cute!"

"Quiet!"

This time, Diana surprises and silences her by initiating the next kiss. Her hope is that having Akko focus on her lips will have her take her mind off of her blush.

And it works, for about another minute.

Akko traces her hand from Diana's back to her side, where she starts to rub up and down slowly, feeling her chest expand whenever she can manage to breathe. When she rests her palm over her side, she can make out the faint flutter of Diana's heart, ecstatic in its little fluster.

In turn, Diana begins to stroke through her brunette tresses, subtly guiding her closer with a small pull to her shoulder.

Not that she needs to. Because Diana's lips beckon Akko like the tide, making it impossible to pull away for long before coming back. Pushing against one another, and then pulling them back in, they create a steady rhythm.

Drawing breath, then drawing nearer. Again and again.

Only once both of them have started to gasp do they finally part.

This time, Akko is equally as flushed as Diana is, and so she ducks her face beneath the other witch's chin to hide.

"H-Heh..." she pants. "See? Wasn't that... a lot nicer than talking?" She can feel and hear for herself that Diana is still catching her breath as well. But Diana does her utmost best to sound composed, despite the redness in her cheeks.

"I believe... our five minutes have passed."

"Okay, okaaaay."

Though they do take just one more moment to catch their breaths and wait for their faces to return to the usual pallors.

During that extra moment, Diana holds her quietly, and Akko nuzzles in and squeezes her tightly around the waist.

At last, their blushes have faded for the most part, and their oxygen has returned. When they finally step apart, Diana goes right into fixing up Akko's uniform, adjusting her ribbon, flattening out ruffles, and smoothing her hair.

Akko has to admit that Diana still looks flawless, though. The only adjustment she makes is to tuck a loose strand of hair back behind her ear.

Diana leans in a little, just to murmur something into her ear.

"My shift tonight ends at midnight sharp. Do not keep me waiting."

Akko feels a thrill go up her spine, and she nods excitedly.

"I won't! You can count on me~!"

"Very well." Diana straightens up and clears her throat pointedly. "Now then, let us head back."

"Riiiight~"

Akko grabs her hand and begins leading her back to the building. Diana allows it for now, while there is still no one around to observe them. She even holds Akko's hand in return.

They may have taken six minutes.

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A/N: I'm working on a much longer fic that will expand upon moments like this, so if you're craving more of this sort of thing, just be patient and keep an eye out for that story!