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Running as fast as possible was the only answer.

Her body was too weak from the hits to even use her power, leaving her without defense. Rima gasped, blood leaking onto the perfectly-white uniform she was wearing. The vampire before her, a Level E, grinned with his fangs in clear sight - he was ready to have a fine taste of blood, sweet Noble blood. But she was going to ensure that he would not get even a drip of her blood . . . at least, that was the idea.

So, she turned on the heel of her boots and ran as fast as she could. It hurt so bad, tears came to her eyes - which she quickly wiped away. Nothing would make her cry. You're stronger than this, Rima told herself. So start acting like it.

It was extremely difficult to think of a plan whenever your life was in danger, and her mind swirled around a cloud of thoughts. It was too much to handle, and since she was often hidden behind and protected by Shiki, thinking on her own became even more impossible.

The town was crowded today, with many Humans shopping for the upcoming Christmas holiday. Why?, She asked herself. Why did I come to town today of all days? I just wanted to buy Ruka something from the bakery.

She attempted to make her way through the back roads, praying to not be seen by a fan of her modeling work. Her steady breathing was now panting - not from running, but from fear. A spine-tingling fear. Her eyes stayed wide, alert to make sure she could see the Level E if he was near. Rima focused on scent, as well.

Snow started to fall, and she began to truly panic. She was lost, and it was almost sunset. The academy was no where in the horizon surrounding her, either. And then, the Level E spotted her and in one swift move, was already behind her.

Blood splattered onto the innocent-looking, pure white snow. The sunset and stars became visible, and off in the distant, sounds of happy Humans filled the air. They were singing Christmas carols, unaware of what was going on perhaps only a block away. Humans - the most unuseful creature on Earth.

With a blood-chilling gasp, another splash of blood, and a hard THUD from Rima's body, The Level E was satisfied. He left, leaving her motionless as she lay on the cold snow under the moon. The snow that was soaked with her blood; the sweet blood of a Noble.

HELLO, THERE! ^^

I am so, so, so sorry I have not uploaded a story recently or finished up some stories that are in the process of being completed.

I do hope you like this chapter, and leave a reveiw or something to tell me if you wish for this to be completed.

Vampire Knight, and everything to do with it, belongs to Matsuri Hino. I own nothing but this idea for a fanfic!

By the way, I just got Volume 10 of Vampire Knight in September and it was great! Rima was on the cover with Yuki, Yori, and Ruka. I believe Volume 11 is going to be at BAM! in December. Perfect timing for Christmas!