A/N: Well, this is an idea that came to life because of a dream I had. The dream was even about Lucky Star, XD. Anyway, I have a lot of this sketched out and such, and I think it might work. I guess we'll just see what happens. Also, this is my first Lucky Star fanfic ever. Oh joy.

Disclaimer: Lucky Star will never ever in the history of ever belong to me, nor will I ever claim that it does. All of Lucky Star are belong to Yoshimizu Kagami.


"Honestly, Konata, you're not going to always have me around to copy homework from," said Kagami with one hand on her waist as she dropped her notebook on Konata's desk.

"Ah, but today I do, Kagamin," said Konata with a cheeky smile. "And I probably will until we graduate at least, unless you want to follow me to college."

"Stop looking at me like that! And quit saying weird things!" Kagami turned away in an attempt to hide a blush. "Geez, you should learn to take care of your own business. Besides, I might not always. . ."

Kagami turned her back to Konata and remained still. Konata raised an eyebrow and then poked Kagami's back with the eraser on her pencil. Kagami let out a high-pitched yelp, then whipped around and slammed her hands on Konata's desk.

"Idiot! What was that for?"

"Kagami Secrets #14: Kagami is ticklish in the love handles," said Konata as she wrote it in her notebook.

Kagami was fuming. "Love handles! I don't have-stop writing that down! And what are the other 13 'Kagami Secrets'?"

"They're secrets, so I can't tell you," said Konata casually.

Kagami heaved an exasperated sigh. "Sometimes I don't know why I put up with you."

"But you do and that's all that matters, right?" There was a seriousness in Konata's voice that softened Kagami's expression.

"Sure, whatever."

The bell chimed, signaling the beginning of classes.

"Later, Konata," said Kagami and made her way out of the classroom.

"Bye-bye, Kagami. Miss you already," said Konata playfully. Kagami paused and grumbled, but didn't say anything. On her way out, she passed Kuroi-sensei's desk and glanced at her.

"Don't look at me like that, Kagami," she said in a bored tone that matched the tired look on her face.

"I wasn't giving you a look," said Kagami, calmly.

"My mistake then. Must be left overs from Konata."

Kagami turned her head slightly back in Konata's direction and looked at her from the corner of her eye. "Nanako-san-"

"Kuroi-sensei. School has started now."

"Right. Kuroi-sensei, if you just pulled some strings-"

"Kagami," Kuroi-sensei leaned forward and spoke softly, "I know you're worried, but I can't do anything. If you were suddenly switched to my class, the Jinakate would know we're onto their plan and change tactics. It's already suspicious enough that I'm her teacher."

"But I. . .Konata. . ."

Kuroi-sensei sighed. "This protective thing you have for her could land you and the rest of us in a heap of trouble. It's one of your best qualities, but you need to realize that it can be used against you."

Kagami clenched her fists, but didn't raise her voice. "She could've had a normal life if it wasn't for them. I'm the only one of her friends who can actually make sure she's happy. I owe her-"

"You owe her nothing," Kuroi-sensei said sternly. "What happened back then wasn't your fault and you couldn't have done anything to stop it. She's as normal as she can be and we need to keep it that way. Any unusual activity around her will make them watch her more closely and put her in more danger. As long as they think they can move freely, we have the advantage."

Kagami stared at Kuroi-sensei for a few seconds and nodded reluctantly.

"You should get to class."

Kagami nodded again and left the room.

Konata and Tsukasa waited for Kagami that afternoon at the entrance of Ryouou High School. The spring air was warm and fresh; a consistent light breeze carried the smell of flowers and cherry blossoms all over the school grounds.

Konata leaned back against a wall with her arms behind her head and her legs crossed, her hair gently swaying in the breeze. "What's taking her so long?"

"Maybe she's talking to a teacher," said Tsukasa and looked up as she thought of more possibilities. "Or maybe she has cleaning duty."

"Heh, Kagami would take forever if she has cleaning duty. Everything makes sense now."

"And what's that supposed to mean?"

"Oh, there you are, sis," said Tsukasa as Kagami approached them.

"You could hear me from that far away? You must have super amazing ears or something."

"Oh-well-well of course I could hear you. Your voice is easy to pick out in a crowd, so you shouldn't make fun of me when I'm not around."

"But I can do it now that you're here, right?" said Konata without missing a beat, earning her a hard bonk on the head from Kagami.

"Let's go now," said Kagami and walked ahead of the other two.

Konata and Tsukasa talked all the way to the train station, but Kagami hardly paid attention to them. She kept one hand in the pocket of her skirt, holding on tightly to her Detector. It was a small but multi-functional device that was currently scanning the area for Jinakate agents and amplifying every sound around her. So far, it was completely silent; nothing was amiss. Even so, Kagami kept her eyes moving. She wouldn't create even the smallest opportunity for anyone or anything to hurt Konata.

Ironically, a common yellow jacket decided to take Kagami up on that challenge. It buzzed around Konata's head threateningly and Konata was trying unsuccessfully to swat it away. In a swift motion, Kagami turned around, shoved Konata out of the way, and clubbed the bee with her fist. The bee fell pathetically to the ground and remained still.

"Wow," said Konata and Tsukasa simultaneously.

"Are you okay?" said Kagami.

"Yeah. . .you just-you just killed a bee. . .with your fist," said Konata.

"I did. And now it won't bother you anymore."

Konata stared at Kagami blankly for a few moments and then her facial expression returned to its usual grin. "Kagamin saved my life! She is brave and strong! She is my hero!"

"Stop that."

"Come on, Kagami. This is the part where the rescued princess fangirls over her dashing prince!"

"I'm not a prince."

Konata didn't listen to her and began to sing. "Kagami will protect me from bees! . . .And failing grades! Kagami!"

"Will you stop that already? Geez." Of course I'm going to protect you. I have no other choice. Nothing will get past Ginsaki's best agent. Not even a stupid bee.


Here ends the first chapter. I hope you enjoyed it. Reviews/comments would be quite lovely. Things are going to get more serious relatively soon, and there's a high likelihood of a fight scene in the next chapter. Farewell for now.