*Yui's pov*

I stared with wide eyes at the red-headed boy in front of me. He pressed himself as far as he could against the dirty grey wall, green eyes flicking around at every sound. The metal from the chains around each of his wrists clinked against the ground as he moved closer to the corner of the wall. His chest rose and fell quickly, which was abnormal for him, being a vampire. I took a step toward him, stopping when he whimpered in fear.

It's like he became the prey instead of the predator that he always was.

~Two weeks earlier~

My head perked at the sound of my door opening, a small amount of fear wrapping around my chest. The door opened to show Ruki Mukami standing on the other side, a blank but ticked off look on his face. "Dinner is almost ready. Hurry and come down."

I nodded my head, standing up from my bed while he left. I sighed in relief, closing my eyes for a second. My feet carried me to my window, my hands pushing the curtains back. I looked up at the dark sky, no moon or star in sight. My heart ached painfully. I hate this place... I thought, bowing my head slightly. I was taken about three weeks ago by the Mukamis for reasons I do not know. They took me once but then Ayato-kun came and took me back. It made me happy that he came for me. This time, Ruki is angered over the slightest things. For example; me looking out a window. If I even mention the Sakamakis, I'm punished immediately.

"M Neko-chan," a playful voice spoke somewhere behind me. "Ruki-kun told you dinner is ready, right?"

I jumped, turning and looking back at Kou Mukami. "Ah- Yes, I'm sorry..." I bowed slightly. Kou chuckled, taking my hand and leading me out to the dining room. I held back another sigh of relief. Even though Kou is the gentle with me, he can snap sometimes. As we arrive in the dining room, I took my seat and let my thoughts drift off. Is... Ayato-kun worried? Is he looking for me...? Does he care...?

*Ayato's pov*

"Ayato-kun~ Are you gonna come down for dinner? You've been stuck in your room all day~" I snapped open my eyes at the sound of Laito's voice. I lifted my head out of my hands, glaring at my brother. He took the hint and backed up slightly. "Alright, don't kill me or anything." He disappeared, most likely to go and eat. I ran a hand through my spiky red locks, closing my eyes. Yui... Her smile flashed through my mind, making me open my eyes again. My eyes burned, but I shook my head.

"No, stop it," I scolded myself, standing up finally. I curled my fingers into fists, turning and walking towards my window. I pressed my forehead against the cool glass, watching the first few raindrops collide against it. I stared at the drops, watching each one creep down, leaving a trail. Clenching my teeth, I teleported downstairs, stomping down the hall. I spotted my younger half-brother, Subaru, leaning against the wall, eyes closed while little shadows from the raindrops on the windows showed on his pale skin. His eyes flicked open, red orbs turning to look at my shorter figure. "What do you want?"

"You said you saw Chichinashi with those bastard Mukamis, right?" I growled, narrowing my eyes.

"Tch," Subaru lifted his head, looking out the window. "Yeah, I saw Ruki dragging her around, making sure she wasn't anywhere near us. Why?"

"I'm going after her," I walked past him.

Subaru raised an eyebrow. "Need help?"

I stopped, looking back at him in surprise. I quickly hid it with a small scowl. "I don't need help."

Subaru kicked himself off the wall, arms crossed. "You may be older than me, and may be a pureblood compared to them, but there's four of them. You're better off with some help. One time offer, Ayato." I blinked in shock, knowing that he was right. I just didn't want to admit it. Though... if I want to get Yui back, I could use some help. The Mukamis are definitely going to be on a careful watch around her. I slowly nodded my head before turning and continuing for the front door with Subaru on my heels.