I have been watching this anime and really like it, simply like their friendship. But somehow Nanaho and Kuon characters got my attention. So I decided to write a story for them. As I always note in my every story, I'm not native and english isn't my second language either. All mistakes belong to me.

The Real You

"Damn it! It's going to sting my head!"

"Nanaho san, if you just calm down…" I tried to calm the girl but she started to freak again.

"Help! Arrggghhh!"

I palmed my head and sighed watching the leader of Assault squad darting into bushes. I cringed as another scream roared through the silent forest. "This is going to be a long journey." Hand on waist I sighed again. Getting worried with the girl I left my spot to check on her. "Nanaho san, are you okay?"

It would take long explanation why we, as me and Nanaho, were inside forest, but I would tell you anyway.

Flashback

"All right then, I will report this to President. Good work." I put my phone back into uniform shirt pocket.

"Is that from Kotoha? Did she find the man?"

I turned around and found Seina san at sofa, tea cup in hand. "Yes, and it seems like more than one. She will send the detail, asap." My phone buzzed. "Here it comes." I took out my phone. Seina san nodded as she enjoyed the beverage.

Moment later, we were gathering in meeting room. I eyed other members. Next to Seina san, Mayura was busy with monthly budget. To Mayura it seemed like no days without worrying council budget. Sayuri and Rein were debating whether they should make new rule for their room. It was typical with Rein's addiction to snack. On the other side, Rino was scolded by Kaori for forgetting her report. Pucchan tried to sooth the girl, as usual.

Everything was normal, like the other days. I turned to two empty chairs. Sound of door open got my attention. Walking in first was Nanaho and behind her Kanade san following in.

"Good afternoon, everyone."

I can't help small smile at the tone. Always deep with authority and energetic. I listened to report from Assault squad. Recently, report of stalking case from students increased. Miyagami Academy was a famous school and it made every student become target from boy students.

"Kuon, did you find the person? How many of them? I hope only one."

I stood up and reported, "Unfortunately, there are more. We had Covert member standby, they will send report periodically. So far, the detail is on screen." I sat back in my chair.

"Thank you Kuon, fast as always."

I cocked head a little, smiling at the praise. Nanaho gave small smile. "So, what's the plan?"

"That's why we're here. Any idea?" Nanaho said.

Kaori raise a hand. "How about we confront them?"

"Agreed." Rein stood up. "We beat them, lick them, punch them." She held out jab and knee-kicking. "Let's get those fools, idiots, morons know what Best Student Council is capable of."

"My stick is always ready." Sayuri showed her wooden stick, pushing glasses up.

"Stalking is a crime, and no girls deserve it. Especially Miyagami Academy's," Kaori said.

"But please don't break too much. After last time attack the budget won't be enough until end of month." Mayuri started with her abacus.

"Hold on, everyone." Nanaho rose from her chair. "I understand what you feel but we can't just do like that. Firstly, they are also student, and we definitely don't need a trouble with another school. Secondly, we don't have evidence."

"Evidence? Didn't Covert squad report already reveal it?" Rino knitted her brows in confusion. "Why do we need another evidence?"

"Listen, Rino." Pucchan started to explain, as usual. "What Covert squad has here is based on testimony from other people and documentary evidence from pictures spread on internet, but it isn't enough until we have them under crime."

Rino tilted head aside. "So, you mean we need to get them when they are doing stalking?"

"Bingo," Pucchan said and turned to look at me. "Is it correct?"

"Exactly," I said and turned to the first vice-president. "About pictures on internet leave it to Covert."

"I count on you." Nanaho gave light nod. "Now back to the plan. We need a strategy, beside confronting."

"What should we do? I can't let every student here in fear," President Kanade said, head was tilted aside.

I held back a smile at the president's tone. And as I thought Nanaho's face immediately turned serious. 'That girl really knows how to control people'

"Listen up, everyone. We need to solve this problem as fast as we could…"

"Why don't we hold a party and invite other students?"

Rino's unexpected suggestion stopped Nanaho. Everyone turned to the newest member with perplexity. It surprised me as well, but again it was Rino after all. "A party?" I broke the silence. Rino nodded continuing with sheepish grin.

"I thought it would be fun. Besides, everyone likes party."

I crossed arms before chest and leaned on chair. Nanaho turned to look at me. I knew that look so I just raised an eyebrow.

"Party?" Mayura gave reaction first. "But…where's the budget from? I just have it fixed for this month."

Poor Mayura. Honestly, I always felt pity for her since everyone would never listen to her. And it included me too.

"I don't think…" Nanaho started but president Kanade interrupted in.

"It sounds fun. Great idea, Rino."

I pressed lips together to fight a smile at Nanaho's quick change of expression. The girl then turned to other members. A fist up, ready for the plan. I glanced at Rino who grinned excitingly at president Kanade. The president still amazed me, and now Rino. I then turned to look at Nanaho who once again in charge. She was indeed the commander. I always admired the way she took charge. Although she didn't know about it. I wouldn't tell her anyway.

Finally the meeting was over, but I had some things left for the plan. Everyone had excused themselves leaving me alone in meeting room. Or I thought I was.

"Hard-worker aren't you, vice-president?"

I looked up at the voice and found the second vice-president, Kuon, leaning against meeting desk. "I thought everyone's left already. Do you have paper work?" Kuon shook her head.

"I just wanted to greet. I can't?"

The statement made me smile. It sounded like Kuon. "Anyway, what do you think? About the party."

"Audacious, but exciting nonetheless."

We chuckled. "I have the same thought, but if President said so then we go for the plan. After all, we are…"

"Best Student Council." Kuon said. "Our duty is to make every student enjoys their school life."

"Indeed," I said. I blew small sigh and Kuon noticed it.

"You need to rest, vice-president. Don't push yourself too hard."

I raised an eyebrow and thought to tease. "Do I have Covert squad top, Ginga Kuon's concern now?" Kuon chuckled lightly and lowered her gaze once before bringing it up to look at me. Her lips curled up a little at one side.

"Of course I do. Good night, Nanaho san."

It caught me for a moment before I pulled myself together. "Yeah, good night, Kuon." I watched as the blond-haired girl headed door and left. "What does that mean? She's worried about me?" I shook my head. "Nah." Small smile bloomed nonetheless. It would be a lie if I say I trusted her. I did, but not completely. The reason was simple: she was like me. I could smell it.

The day after

"Everyone~" Seina san announced. "The party will be soon started. Please get on the ship."

"H-How much did you pay for this cruise? I didn't hear anything about this." Mayura looked like will soon faint.

"Rein, Sayuri." I called for my members. Rein and Sayuri quickly caught the accountant before she could collapse. "Sorry for trouble you, take care of her."

"Leave her to us." Rein gave a thumb. "By the way vice-president, it's unfair. We have dressed but you only wear uniform."

I cleared throat and said, "Bring her up already." Rein pushed lips out but obeying my order.

"They're right though. It's a party, there is dress code."

I turned around at the voice but stunned for a moment. It was Kuon. She wore knee-length black dress that really suited her. She looked beautiful with hair pulled up.

"Vice-president, are you alright?"

"Uh, yes." Once again I needed to clear my throat. 'Stop staring!' I scolded myself. "It is not just any party, remember? I'll definitely catch those brats today."

"Should have known that," I said, smiling knowingly. "Though I bet you must be pretty in a dress. Now thinking of it, I want to see you in dress." Suddenly a fist landed on my head. "Ouch!"

"Don't say stupid thing. Let's get on, President is already inside."

I rubbed my poor head. "I'm just saying, don't have to hit me." Nanaho, however, had already walked toward cruise stairs.

"Hurry up."

Sighing I followed the red-haired girl. "She's just shy." I couldn't help a smile at the thought of Nanaho in dress.

…

"This is Kuon, I found one. He's after a student., I said to Nanaho through walkie-talkie.

'Roger. Kaori got one too, Rein and Sayuri are helping her now…'

"Wait, I'm losing him," I said while pushing other students aside. The hall was filled with students, Miyagami Academy's and invited students. I then spotted the boy leaning against wall, his gaze was aimed to a girl standing some feet away from him. "I found him."

'Stay there, I'm going now'

The boy, however, left his spot. He followed the girl outside hall. "He's leaving. I will follow him."

'Kuon, wait!'

Quickly cut the line, I ran after the boy. It wasn't easy with the crowded hall and my high heels. I pushed exit door and looked for the boy. "Where's him?" Once the door closed the only sounds were from engine and sea waves.

I decided to check on deck. As I had expected the boy was there. He wasn't alone. In front of him was girl student, judging from her face she wasn't comfortable. It was what I need to arrest the boy. I approached the two. "Stop there." The boy turned around in panic. "You're under…" I bent my back swiftly as the boy threw small dagger toward me before darting off. 'What the!?'

"Kuon!"

I heard Nanaho's voice. I looked up and saw Nanaho coming up. "He's going there." I pointed toward another side where the boy had left to.

"You stay there!"

Nanaho then ran after the boy. I approached the still froze girl. "Are you okay? Don't worry." I took the girl back to party hall. After made report to Seina san, I decided to follow Nanaho. I just got worried because the boy had dagger with him. I know Nanaho would just be fine, still I worried.

I hissed in pain, from my toes. Without second thought I took off my shoes. I shouldn't wear dress. Slapping head mentally I descended stairs. "Just how big this ship? Let's hope I won't get lost." This wasn't the first time for me in cruises, but this one was incredibly large. Again, Jinguuji family amazed me. I stopped in tracks when there was loud sound. 'Nanaho san' The sound was from bottom deck. Leaning against rail I narrowed my eyes. I saw the boy running and Nanaho was after him. I decided to call help. "This is Kuon, we need help." I said to the talkie but only got static hissing as reply. "Can anyone hear me? What's happening?" Getting more worried about the other vice-president, I decided to go by myself.

I reached bottom deck but saw no one. 'Where are they?' There was sound from behind. It was dim that I couldn't see clearly. As I approached rail my eyes went wider. Nanaho was lying on deck. "Nanaho san!"

I ran to her side and shook her shoulder. "Nanaho san, are you alright?" She remained unmoved. "Nanaho san," It was useless, she was unconscious. I heard another sound but before I could turn around something hit my head. The next moment I was completely in darkness.

…

'Kuon'

'Kuon, wake up'

I heard voice. I fluttered eyes open but my vision was blurry, and I need to adjust eyes from bright light too. There was someone before me. 'Nanaho san?'

Slowly my vision became clear. I was right, Nanaho was looking at me. Looking down for precisely. "Nanaho san? What are you doing in my room?" The first thing the red-haired girl did was raising an eyebrow. "What?"

"Done with your dreaming?"

"What do you mean?" Getting confused, I pushed body up. Now I felt my 'bed' wavered. "Of course I have dream, everyone has, but it was odd dream actually." Nanaho still looked at me saying nothing. I then felt wind against me. I didn't have fan in my bedroom, because dormitory had air conditioner. "Why is it chilly here?" still under sleepiness I said. Nanaho let out loud sigh and took my cheeks turning my head aside. My eyes bulged out immediately at the sight.

"Because we're in the middle of sea. Say hello to sea ducks."

That's the opening, hope you like it. Thank you for reading.