204Disclaimer: I do not own Digimon, Sailor Moon, Yu Yu Hakusho, or Yu-Gi-Oh. I do not own some of the OCs in this series, including those borrowed from Belletiger, LazerWulf, Ninetalesuk, and a few others. They submitted their characters to me.
It's been three months since I last touched this! (dusts off the Gaiden story) There we go.
Sorry for not giving this story much attention, but I've been secretly working away getting the Kuiper Senshi chapters done and writing rough drafts for my Taiyoukai movie fic. You can also factor in my Galaxy Stars fic that I've had to invest my time on.
School and work have also cut down on my writing time. I also have college graduation coming up on May 17th and I've been trying to get all of my work done before then.
I'll be using this extra time now to post a chapter for Gaiden. In fact, I have a few ideas I want to get out and post to tide you guys over until either Galaxy Stars or the Kuiper Senshi fic is updated.
Anyway, here's a nice, cute short based on Jaarin and Sam J. Those are the Legendary Warriors of Water and Earth if you haven't figured that one out. This chapter's title is an obvious reference from the same movie title starring Ben Stiller and Robert DeNiro.
So, enjoy!
(EDIT 2/7/10: I just realized the mother's name is Mayumi. NOT Rinchei. Rinchei is the eldest son. I've come back from the future to correct another wrong. And with that, back to the time machine I go!)
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Meet the Parents
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(Set during the Invasion of the Rajita: Between Post-Rajita Invasion and Christmas Day)
Shinjuku District/Wong Residence/Apartment # 407/December 14, 2003/6:37 PM
It's been two weeks since the Rajita incursion ended. Earth and humanity was preserved from being taken by the alien invaders as Yami Houou played a deciding factor to their demise.
As the Imperium Empire rounded up every Rajita on Earth, humanity was left to recover from the unforgettable series of events.
Some were still recovering while others did their best to move on with their lives.
This certainly applied to two individuals: two teenagers that have become something of an item.
Well, more like two friends secretly dating each other.
Jaarin Wong and Sam Joseph have been seeing each other often. Ever since the Rajita invasion ended, Jaarin and Sam formed a relationship that has gotten the Wong family's attention.
When Jaarin introduced Sam to her father, well... Janyuu like any overprotective parent started to ask Sam a trillion questions. And now the time has come for Sam to meet his greatest challenge: meeting Jaarin's entire family.
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"Man, do I really have to do this, Jaarin?" Sam was hesitant to say the least. He turned away as Jaarin tugged him on his right arm. "Come on! I met your dad before and I don't think he'll approve of us!"
Jaarin sighed, holding on Sam's sleeve. "Come on, Sam. You and my dad just haven't gotten to more aquatinted."
"I don't know. I mean..."
"Yeah, he's overprotective of me, but that's how most fathers are for their daughters."
"Whatever you say," the teenage male stopped struggling as he took a moment to relax.
"Good. Now are you ready?" Jaarin asked as she received a nod. Turning around, she unlocked the door using her key and walked in. "Mom! Dad! I'm home!"
As soon as Jaarin entered, she was greeted by none other than Suzie. The little girl ran up and jumped into her older sister's waiting arms. Jaarin hugged Suzie and set her down.
"Big sister! Welcome home!" Suzie smiled, looking up at her sister with happy, gleaming eyes. She turned as Lopmon poked her head out from a corner. "Jaarin's home, Lopmon!"
"Yeah, I know," Lopmon murmured, noticing Sam outside the door. "Hm." It's him.
Just then, a middle-aged woman with short, purple hair walked out of the kitchen. She wore a simple white, long-sleeved shirt, brown pants, and white socks. The woman was relieved to see her teenage daughter home.
"Oh, Jaarin. So, glad you could come home. How was studying at the library?" The middle-aged woman asked, taking off her oven gloves.
"It was fine. I've been studying a little too much if you ask me. So, I took a walk in the park to let off some stress," Jaarin smiled, looking behind her. "But... um... Mom. Is dad home?"
"He is. He's actually in Henry's home installing a program into his computer."
"Well, I brought along a friend of mine. Dad's met him before, but I wanted to introduce him to you," the purple-haired girl twiddled her thumbs nervously. She shifted her eyes behind to see Sam outside. She made sure to block the front and prevent her mother from noticing him.
"Oh really? Perhaps you would like to..."
"C'mon, Sam. How about introducing yourself to my mom," Jaarin sweatdropped as she stepped aside.
Sam came into view as he stepped forward and slowly bowed his head. "Good evening, Mrs. Wong. I've heard a lot about you and your family through Jaarin. Um, I'm... Sam Joseph. I'm Jaarin's friend... and..."
Mrs. Wong blinked as she looked back to her daughter and Sam. "Jaarin, how long have you been seeing him?"
"Well, we've been friends for a while but... just recently..."
"Jaarin and Sam are boyfwiend and girlfwiend!" Suzie shouted, grabbing Lopmon and holding her up like a plush toy. "Right?!"
"Jaarin?! Is this true?!" Mrs. Wong glanced back to her daughter.
Seeing that her cover was blown and the surprise was let out, the teenage girl nodded and blushed. "Yeah..." She took a mental note and wanted to smack herself across her forehead. Thanks, a lot, Suzie! Ugh, now what...?
"Hey, what's going on in here?" Janyuu's voice was heard from the living room. The older man turned and noticed Sam standing at the front. "It's you!"
"Um, hello, Mr. Wong. We meet again," Sam chuckled, scratching the back of his head.
Shifting his eyes toward Jaarin, Mr. Wong had a slightly concerned look. Like any overprotective would be for their daughter, Janyuu was no exception to the rule. He hoped Jaarin would remain single until she left for college. However, he knew that wouldn't be possible.
"Jaarin, I'm glad you brought your friend. I think your mother needs to know," Janyuu said, not taking his eyes off his daughter and Sam.
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As everyone settled in the living room, Jaarin and Sam were standing at the center. Both of them felt like actors on a stage with the Wong family as the viewing audience. Janyuu got up from the sofa as he walked back and forth.
Mrs. Wong did not like the way her husband paced. She tried to console him to relieve him. "Honey..."
"Not now, Mayumi," the man addressed his wife, continuing to pace.
"Why's daddy upset?" Suzie asked, tilting her head. "Is Jaarin in twouble?"
"Maybe because she and Sam have been getting too close?" Lopmon answered, looking toward Jaarin and Sam. "Human relationships are quite interesting."
Henry shook his head. "They are seeing each other, guys."
"Heh, so, your sister's bagged herself a guy! How long until you and Sara get together?" Terriermon snickered, nudging his partner's side. "Eh? Right? C'mon, Romeo."
"I haven't heard from or seen Sara since the Rajita invasion, Terriermon. And no I'm not interested in her."
"Sure, that's what they all say. Wink, wink," the dog-rabbit grinned mischievously, sitting on top of Henry's lap.
The Warrior of Genbu groaned, palming his forehead. "Not now, Terriermon."
Janyuu took a moment to respire deeply and relaxed. He turned and rubbed his temples while trying to maintain his composure. Jaarin and Sam faced each other as they realized what was coming.
"Jaarin, first of all, I want to say that I'm pleased you decided to bring Sam over and introduce him to your mother," Janyuu spoke as he adjusted his glasses. "Yes, you did introduce him to me a while ago. Now with that alien invasion behind us, I've taken the liberty of thinking about you, Jaarin. I've reevaluated on how I want you to spend the rest of your teenage life."
"Dad, c'mon now... I'm sixteen. I think I have the right to see whoever I want. And Sam has been a good friend to me. It's just lately... well, we've been dating."
"That's the problem, Jaarin. How will this affect your studies? I would have hoped you would wait until you graduate from high school."
"I know, but in case you haven't noticed... I've been going to the library and attending my study group. My grades haven't been slipping either. Me spending time with Sam hasn't kept me away from my studies."
Janyuu crossed his arms as he had a stern look. "All right then. Fair enough. Though, I don't remember approving you of seeing Sam."
"Why do you need to approve? You met him. You seemed to like him unless I'm mistaken," Jaarin answered, defending her case. "I'm no longer your little girl. I'll going to be an independent young woman sooner than you think. And I'll need someone to keep me company for when I move out. Sam is the one guy that I think I can depend on."
"Have you two been involved in any sexual activity?"
Janyuu finally popped his question, which caused Mayumi, Jaarin, and Sam to nearly jump out of their skins. Jaarin's face quickly turned red as she spat out angrily.
"NO WE HAVEN'T, DAD!"
Terriermon snickered as he looked up at Henry. "You see that, Henry? Her face just turned red. I bet she's hiding something. Wanna bet on that?"
Henry sighed with agitation. "No."
"I bet you anything that Jaarin and Sam already passed first base," Terriermon winked, shooting his right pinky up. "Or, maybe they're about to hit second base." The long-eared digimon had obvious perverse thoughts.
Suzie overheard Terriermon and curiously asked. "Um, what's first base and second base?"
"Terriermon! Suzie isn't supposed to know that!" Henry angrily shouted as he covered the dirty-mouthed digimon's own face.
Tugging on her mother's left sleeve, Suzie queried. "Mommy, um... what's first base and second base?"
"SUZIE?!" Mayumi was taken back by what her youngest daughter asked. She jumped up and shook her head. "Where... did you hear that from?"
"Tewwiermon said something about it."
The middle-aged woman frowned as a vein popped on her forehead. She reached over and picked up Terriermon. "What are you doing teaching my daughter dirty words?!"
Terriermon's eyes nearly popped out of their sockets as the woman strangled the ever daylights out of the poor digimon. "I DIDN'T TEACH HER ANYTHING! AAHHH! HENRY, HELP! YOUR MOM'S PEE-OED!" Me and my BIG MOUTH!
Henry shrugged as he tried to restrain his angry mother and managed to pull Terriermon out of her vice grip.
"Henry! I want you to wash out that dirty-mouthed rabbit with soap!" Mayumi growled, gritting her teeth down.
"Yes, mom," the blue-haired boy sighed, lowering his head. He whispered into Terriermon's left ear. "That's the last time I'm saving your behind, Terriermon."
"You're a lifesaver, Henry!"
"Mommy, what's first and second base?" Suzie repeated herself.
"Your sister and Sam were playing baseball, honey," Mayumi tried to come up with something to cover up the whole 'ecchi' details.
Jaarin sweatdropped while scratching her chin. Baseball?! Oh, mom.
Sam stepped back as he was overwhelmed with the sudden outburst. He looked around at the family. There was Terriermon and Lopmon, who he knew after seeing them in action with the Tamers. He also remembered that Henry possessed Genbu's spiritual power and Suzie was one of the wielders of the Lights of Victory.
And he certainly can't forget that Jaarin is the current holder of the Spirits of Water: Ranamon and Calmaramon.
The Wong family has long been involved and had contact with Digimon in someway or another.
"Well... this is certainly an interesting family. Jaarin, I think I'm going to enjoy your folks company," Sam whispered to his friend's left ear.
Jaarin smiled as she lightly elbowed her boyfriend's side. "I know. Aren't we such a happy family?" She rolled her eyes and playfully stuck out her tongue. "Hehehe."
"All right, everyone. Settle down," Janyuu tried to restore some order in the household. He sat down while trying to recollect his thoughts. Having come to terms to his conscience, he stood up and paced toward Sam. Placing his hands on Sam's shoulders, he smiled. "Can I really trust you with my daughter, Samuel?"
"Yes," the teenage boy replied. "And I prefer Sam."
"Fair enough, Sam. As for you Jaarin, I am trusting you with Sam."
"Dad? Really?! You are?!" Jaarin was shocked to hear this.
Nodding his head, Janyuu answered. "Yes. Jaarin, I don't know why I should be overprotective of you. You've been taking responsibility for your own actions. I... I can't believe just how far you've come and grown."
"Dad, I'm still your daughter. No matter what and I still love you."
"And I love you, too. That's why I'm placing my trust on you with Sam," Janyuu said as he placed his hands on his daughter's shoulders. "I've trusted you with fighting as a Digimon and helping your siblings. Although, I so worry for you kids."
"Oh, dad..." Jaarin smiled, looking away as she blushed. "In case you haven't noticed, I'm still here."
"But, there have been times where I feared I'd lose you, Henry, and Suzie. I mean... your baby sister!"
"It's okay, dad. I won't let anything happen to Suzie," she reassured her father. "And you can depend on Sam."
"That's why I am placing my trust on you, Jaarin."
"So, you approve of us kissing?" Sam addressed to Janyuu.
The middle-aged man nodded. "Don't push your luck, Sam." Cracking a smile, he chuckled as shook Sam's hand. "Thanks for taking the time to visit our home, Sam. You're more than welcome to come by. If you need anything..."
Scratching his nose, Sam smirked. "I know. Thanks, Mr. Wong."
"Are you living with anyone, Sam?" Mayumi asked the teen.
"Just a relative. I'm actually a foreign exchange student and working a decent, part-time job."
"I see," Mrs. Wong replied, nodding her head.
Jaarin threw herself onto Sam as she placed an arm around him. "Ok, then. How about I show you around the house?"
"Um... sure."
Watching the two teens walking down the dining room, Terriermon snickered. Henry let out a sigh of relief as he was happy that his father approved of Jaarin dating Sam.
"So, they are boyfwiend and girlfwiend!" Suzie chirped happily, hugging Lopmon tightly in her arms. "That boy is cute!"
Terriermon grinned while elbowing Henry's side to garner his attention. "Why don't ya find Sara? I'm sure your folks will approve of her?"
"Terriermon!"
"Won't they be surprised to know that you're a pimp?" The dog-rabbit digimon winked again.
As he rubbed his temples, Henry once again groaned. What am I going to do with you?
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Thirty minutes passed.
Jaarin and Sam were standing outside the apartment complex as they prepared to see each other off. Pulling out his cell phone, he added the number to the Wong residence.
"Got it?"
Sam closed his cell phone. "Yep, just added it."
"Good. Well, I'll see you sometime tomorrow?" Jaarin said, placing her hands behind her back.
"Sure. We can have some mocha frap if you want? I'll buy."
"I'd love that," Jaarin smiled, her mouth quenched with thirst just hearing the mention of cold, refreshing mocha frappachino.
"Or, if some wild digimon decides to come out and play? We can spend the rest of our date kicking some digi-butt," the boy cracked a joke, laughing at his own joke. Ok, that sounded lame! Never say that again, Sam!
Jaarin giggled at her boyfriend's remark. "That was pretty cute, Sam."
"I wasn't trying to sound cute, but thanks."
"We are the Legendary Warriors of Water and Earth. Don't forget that," she reminded him, holding out her D-Scanner. "I've been meaning to get into action as Ranamon."
"Everything's been calm since that invasion ended."
"And I hope it stays that way."
As the teens looked into each other's eyes, they exchanged smiles and pulled each other's hands away. However, Sam walked over and planted a kiss on Jaarin's left cheek.
"Sam...?" She gasped in shock, caught off guard by Sam's smooth approach.
"Sweet dreams, my water goddess." With that, Sam walked off and left Jaarin satisfied.
Holding the cheek he kissed, Jaarin closed her eyes and smirked. "Heh, you too, my earth prince." As she turned back to the apartment complex, she noticed Janyuu looking out from the balcony. "Thank you, father." Jaarin quickly ran back into the complex to rejoin her family.
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A/N: My first approach toward a new pairing between two wielders of Digi-Spirits (the Spirits of Water and Wood, respectively). Sam Joseph is actually a character submitted to me when the Wrath of Pharaohmon was still on-going (during 2004, I believe). Not sure if Winged Knight is reading this but if you are WK... I hope you like/approve the direction I'm taking your character.
Anyway, I hope you enjoyed this. I tried my best with the comedy bits mainly with Terriermon's 'dirty mouth.' :O
I gave some much needed spotlight to Jaarin and Sam since they are Legendary Warriors. That's the main reason I decided to write the Gaiden series.
How will the future affect their relationship? Time will only tell.
I've wanted to write this piece since there have been a lack of updates. Expect a few more Gaiden chapters soon as the next Kuiper Senshi chapter is currently being beta-read.
Please, read and review! I'd like to hear what kind of suggestions you might have for a Gaiden chapter.
See you on the next update... whenever it will be. :)