Chrome looked longingly out her bedroom window at the birds that flew freely in the morning sky. The sun just began to rise, scaring the darkness away. The world around her was silent and peaceful until the Princess heard a knock on her bedroom door.

"H-Hai?" With a creak the door opened slowly. "Hime." Chrome smiled softly at the man in the doorway. Hibari Kyouya had been her protector for many years, since childhood. He was her closest friend and had always been by her side, and always will. "Your Father is expecting you for breakfast." Chrome nodded her head in acknowledgement, sighing softly.

Hibari entered the room and gently cupped his hand on her cheek, "You look ill."

Chrome smiled softly and put her hand on his. "I didn't sleep well. That's all." He frowned, she knew that face. He always took care of her, and scolded her when needed, but with a sigh he let it go.

"Come." he said gruffly, dropping his hand. "Your father does not like to be kept waiting." She nodded and pushed him out of her bedroom so that she could dress properly for her father's presence.

He huffed in defeat and waited silently for her to be done.

She went into her closet and put on the dress her father had purchased for her a month ago. It was a long brilliant red wine dress which fit her features well. She admired this dress with all that she had. Since her father rarely bought gifts for her, whatever he got her she loved.

After a few moments she opened the door to see an annoyed Hibari glaring at the door. "Sumimasen." She said bowing her head properly. He sighed and tugged on her hand pulling her away from her bedroom and towards the dining room.

When she entered the dining hall, an ominous feeling surrounded her. She felt tension, and frustration. She looked around the long table seeing her Nii-san, Fran, then her father, Mammon, King of Centidel. "Ohayougozaimasu Nii-san, Oto-san." she said quietly. Her father didn't look at her, but her brother smiled.

"morning oneesan" he said in his monotone voice. She continued towards the table and sat down in between her father and brother.

The servants placed the breakfast onto their table in front of them. "Itadakimasu." She said before she started eating.

"Chromu." Her father's voice startled her, she looked up and awaited his next words. "You are to leave here after Breakfast. Pack your things, and get into the carriage with Kyouya. We are doing an exchange."

Chrome stopped everything she was doing, the silence in the room driving her mad. "H-Hai." she said sadly. She could not disagree with her father, or there would be consequences. Her father kept his straight face and continued eating as if he didn't care that she was leaving. Fran coughed awkwardly and pushed his food around with his utensils.

She had to be strong, since it was for the kingdom. If she doesn't leave, then there will be a breakout of war. And that will surely ruin Centidel.

She pushed her food away, not even taking a bite out of it before excusing herself from the table, Hibari in tow. When she entered her room she fell apart. Hibari hugging her while she cried softly. After a moment she gathered her wits and moved away.

"I need to gather my belongings." Hibari nodded and grabbed some bags to help pack. After a half hour she was ready. She only used one bag, enough for a couple clothing items and a few books. When she opened the door her brother was standing there sadly.

He looked disturbed, "I'm sorry Onee-chan." he said softly, even though he was emotionless most the time, she knew he cared a lot for her.

"Adiosu." She gave him a kiss on the forehead before leaving her home. Hibari was already packing her things and his into the back of the carriage. He looked at me expectantly. Chrome nodded her head, "I'm ready."

They entered the carriage and made their way. She was glad that she had Kyouya with her, he will keep her safe. The hours passed by slowly. The ride was mostly quiet, Hibari would look over at her periodically and turn away when she would notice it. Of course a blush would appear on her face each and every time.

Chrome heard the driver yell that we were at the border. She inhaled sharply, trying to convince herself that everything would be alright.

She remembered the information Fran gave her. She would be meeting with the Crown Prince Rokudo Mukuro. And to watch out for their family, they could not be trusted. Hibari made sure to emphasize that once again, while pulling out his tonfas. "Anyone who touches you will be bitten to Death."

She giggled softly, "Arigato Hibari-san."

They came to a stop and she noticed that there was another carriage, a bigger one, stopped with a brown haired boy and a silver haired guy next to him. Hibari opened the door and held out his hand to let Chrome out. She gently held his hand as he led her out of the carriage and onto the soft grass.

There was a guard there waiting, "Exchange" Chrome swallowed hard, and walked in front of Hibari proudly towards the carriage, the other two men doing the same until they passed eachother. The driver looked down at Chrome and Hibari, "M'Lady." he bowed his head. "You're up hear sir." Hibari glared at the man. "Rules r' Rules. Unless you wanna stay here." He huffed before opening the door for Chrome and shutting it behind her.

Once Chrome stepped in, it was rather dark. It took a moment for her eyes to adjust before seeing a blue haired man before her, his eyes shining dangerously before her. "Nufufufu~" Chills spread through her body, "P-Prince Mukuro?" She asked curiously, hoping that this ride would go fast. The carriage was still at a standstill, so she guessed it was going to be Painstakingly long.