Disclaimer: " I don't own Kingdom Hearts."

So this is my new Kingdom Hearts story, hope you all enjoy. Don't be afraid to leave comments/criticism.

" Sorry I'm late Mr. Even."

" Oh? And who might you be?" he asked as he put down the chalk.

" I'm Mia Haruka, the new student."

" Of course. You may take the seat behind Roxas," she looked over to see if she was able to spot the empty desk. "Roxas, please raise-"

" Wait, what?" A blonde boy responded obnoxiously. The brunette shared a reluctant look with the teacher, then went to take her seat as he returned to the board. " So, Mia right?"

" Yeah. And you're Roxas?"

" The one and only." he smirked. Mia nodded her head hesitantly. " I think we're gonna get along great."

" You're so sure?" she asked skeptically. He chuckled and leaned on her desk.

" There are some things in life that you just know." Only inches separated their faces, allowing her to clearly see his faint freckles, those hypnotizing blue eyes, and yet that stupid smirk.

" Well, we've got a long way to go." she finally said, taking him by surprise. He leaned away and gave her a quick look up and down. Mia pulled out her notebook and pencil and pointed to the board, signaling the end of the conversation.

The bell rang 45 minutes later, ending the class period. She barely had time to put away her things when Roxas already facing her with all his things packed.

" So, want me to give you a tour of the school?"

" No thanks. I'll be able to get around on my own."

" But you don't want to be late to your next class, do you?"

" Well, I know for a fact my next class is just down the stairs. But I'm guessing you don't really care about being late." he shrugged his shoulders. " I still have to get a textbook, so you can go your merry way."

" Okay then. But the tour is still an option."

" Bye Roxas." He winked and then finally turned to leave. Mia came up to the teacher's desk and filled out a card and got the book.

" Now Mia, if Roxas is any trouble you can find any other empty chair."

" I don't think that'll be necessary, but I will keep it in mind." he nodded his head and she began to walk out.

" There you are." Roxas called as she came out the door. She froze and slowly turned around.

" You scared me! Why are you still here?"

" What kind of gentleman would I be if i didn't walk you to your next class."

" Roxas, I said-"

" So where to next?" Mia let out a heavy sigh.

" History."

" Well, what do you know, me too!" he said rather excited.

" Fine, let's go then. But this won't be on a regular basis." she stated as she began to walk. He sped up a bit and stood in front of her.

" Why not?" she knew he wasn't truly hurt, so his puppy dog eyes were unconvincing.

" Let's just go before we really are late." he brushed off the comment and they walked together down the hall in silence. He led her through the crowded halls and briskly down the steps to the first door off of the stairwell, escaping the mob of students. The history teacher was much younger than her biology teacher, maybe even a decade or two younger. As Roxas took his seat, the teacher called for her attention.

" You must be Mia," he smiled. Mia was already liking him more than her last instructor. " It's a pleasure to have you in our class, I'm Mr. Ienzo." he greeted as he pulled out a fresh textbook for her. " You may take the seat behind Sora." The girl turned around and noticed a goofy brunette wave to her. His smile was inviting, but as she moved her eyes one seat up, the blonde from her previous class sat with a straight face. The bell just rang as the last couple of students rushed in and all went to their seats with Mia following suit. She gave Roxas a weak smile as she approached, noticing his eyes study her figure and with another seductive wink. Once she sat in her seat, away from his wandering eyes, the brunette turned to her.

" Hey, welcome to Hollow Bastion High." he said with a sort of radiating smile. She examined his features and noticed those familiar blue eyes.

" Thanks Sora. I hope you don't mind me asking, but are you and Roxas brothers?" the boy returned a laugh.

" Aren't I so lucky?" he joked. Both teens turned to the blonde ahead and noticed him fidget in his seat. They tried to contain their giggles so they wouldn't attract any attention. Sora turned to her once again, his gaze ever so friendly.

" So Mia, what do you have after this class?"

" Lunch." her eyes darted to the teacher as he was finishing his preparations to start the lesson.

" Awesome, me too! Want me to save you a seat?" his kindness was almost overwhelming to her but it wasn't something she was going to deny.

" I'd like that." she answered quietly as Mr. Ienzo turned to face the class.

" Alright class, turn to the beginning of Chapter 7." All at once the students opened their books; except Mia as she quickly tapped Sora's shoulder.

" Sora, I didn't get that far in my old school. Do you have notes?" she frantically asked. History was her least favorite class so she didn't want to start off badly.

" Not with me but I can give them to you later." he reassured. Relief came over her knowing that she wouldn't have to actually read the book to catch up. So instead, she took out some loose lead paper for separate notes to keep herself organized.

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" So, to conclude this lesson, finish reading this section for homework and there will be a test Friday." Everyone began to pack their bags in the last minute of the period. The brunette turned to Mia for the first time since the lesson started.

" How'd you do?"

" Okay I guess. It'd be nice to know what happened in the last two chapters."

" Don't worry, I got those notes at my house so we can get those later and catch you up." The bell rang, ending their conversation so it can be continued at lunch. Sora left almost instantly so he can get them a table as Mia quietly packed up to go to her locker. Just as she stood up to leave, the blue eyed blonde came up to her.

" So I couldn't help but overhear that Sora is gonna tutor you."

" Not tutor, just catch me up on what I missed." she corrected.

" Same difference. I'll be looking forward to seeing you then." he cooed in her ear. Mia couldn't avoid the chill that crawled over her skin, and she wasn't sure if it was the good kind. His infatuation with her was a mystery, but she definitely wasn't letting him have it.

" Don't get too excited Roxas. We'll probably just go to the library." 'Away from you' she mentally added, but then it was as if he could read her mind.

" Get used to seeing me around, we got the next three years of high school together." he smirked. All Mia could do was stare into his eyes. Exactly the same as his brother's. If she only focused on them, she could see the friendliness. But she zoomed out to see his whole face, his lips gave her a completely different feeling, like he was hiding a secret. He left without another word, which left her quite frazzled. She took her time getting to her locker, focusing on her surroundings and familiarizing her way around. There was no point in rushing since it was only lunch and she wasn't about to spend four minutes killing herself to get there on time. Even with her locker just down the hall from the cafeteria, it's not like she was really hungry.

It was crowded by now, filled with students greeting each other like it's been days since they last talked. But this warm atmosphere was just what she needed, especially with the fall finally settling in in the early part of October. Mia walked passed numerous tables filled with much commotion but had trouble spotting her friend with the goofy smile. She was reluctant when she found his twin.

" Hey Mia, long time no see."

" Hi Roxas." she said as her eyes wandered about the room. She was going to ask the whereabouts of his brother, but a boy with fiery red hair interrupted.

" Who's your friend Roxy?" he playfully asked. Mia stifled a giggle from Roxas' expression.

" New girl." the blonde plainly stated.

" Coulda guessed that myself. What's your name babe?" she was instantly repulsed by his attitude, it only makes sense that's how he and Roxas are friends.

" It's Mia. And that's the only name your allowed to call me."

" Oh, feisty. Well, you have my respect Mia." the brunette stared at him for a moment, almost insulted by his comment. Who is he to say that she needed to earn his respect. Mia waited for him to continue though he gave her an unsure look; then it clicked. "Wow, where are my manners. I'm Axel." he stuck out his hand and Mia timidly shook it.

" There you are Mia!" she turned her head and saw him walk up to them like a knight in shining armor; at least to Mia he was, and Axel might as well be the dragon who needs to be slain. " Would you guys leave her alone."

" We were just making friends." Roxas responded. Sora gave the two of them a skeptical look. Without another word he took her hand and they left. Once they were out of earshot, Sora turned to her.

" I'm sorry about that."

" You have nothing to be sorry for." she smiled at him. They were nearing the other end of the cafeteria when a red headed girl suddenly jumped up.

" Mia!" she squealed as she came over to her.

" Kairi! It's so good to see you!" Mia exclaimed as she embraced her long time friend.

" When did you arrive?" Kairi toned down her voice so only Mia could hear.

" I got the message from your sister a couple days ago so I left immediately and came the other night. I stayed at the Radiant Inn." Mia returned the hushed tone.

" You know that's family owned right?" Mia shook her head. " Well at least it was only for one night. I'll tell Aerith to send Cid to pick up your belongings." the brunette girl smiled warmly. " I guess it's time to introduce you to the group. In order we have Sora, whom you know, Riku, Olette, and Hayner." she pointed to everyone at the circular table. The two girls sat down between Sora and Riku, Mia giving Kairi a slight nudge as she looked over to the silver haired boy, the redhead blushed.

"This is basically our group, but two people are missing and that would be Namine and Pence." Sora added. Mia looked about the circle, taking in everyone's expressions. It was a good group of friends, she thought with a smile. Sora looked over at her and noticed it. " And now you're a part of it." he said gently. They all included her in their conversations, and luckily no one seemed to ask where she was from, which was good because she needed time to come up with an answer. Towards the end of the period, Kairi turned to her friend.

" When school is over, we should meet-"

" Actually Kairi, I have some notes to give to Mia so I was thinking we could stop by my house after school." Sora had interrupted. Kairi glanced from one friend to the other. Now, Mia had heard much about Sora from many phone conversations with Kairi as they were growing up, so she assumed there was no reason that her friend should distrust the goofy brunette. Kairi replied with a sneaky smile,

" Okay Sora. As long as you have her back by dinner time." Both brunettes blushed. They discussed their next classes with everyone at the table, but then the bell gave a reluctant ring and they dispersed to their destinations; Mia following Olette to English Class.

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At 2:30 the final bell rang, and luckily Mia shared Health with Sora. They made one last stop to their lockers and left the building. The whole walk to his house was filled with casual conversation about their day and how Mia was adjusting to her new school. A short 15 minutes later they walked through the front door to the Kokoro household. The backpacks were dropped off in the family room by the coffee table and then Sora led her upstairs. At the top of the landing was someone making their way down. Mia looked up and almost gasped, she couldn't believe her eyes. The boy was like an older version of Sora but with dark, ash colored hair and hypnotizing amber eyes; she couldn't refrain from staring at him. Her obviousness was apparent to him, so he decided to toy with her.

" Hey there cutie." he whispered just as he passed her ear, but not quiet enough so the younger brother couldn't hear.

" Not even in your dreams Vanitas." Sora growled at him.

" Oh, I plan to." he replied from the bottom of the stairs with a devilish smile. Mia just about had it with the cockiness that ran in the family. She turned around to him and raised her hand, ready to strike. But he was faster and grabbed her by her delicate wrist. " If you wanna touch me like that you gotta work a little harder." Vanitas said with almost a purr. Mia tried to pull her hand away but he held on. She couldn't understand what he was doing until she felt his lips. Each finger was given a chaste kiss, leaving a tingling feeling. He let go of her and left out the door with an all too familiar wink. She glanced up at Sora and he looked down right ashamed.

" Mia…"

" Don't apologize!" she quickly said. " Seems like you apologize for your brothers' actions quite often."

" Well they obviously weren't gonna say anything. And I was gonna ask if you're okay… because you don't have to be patient with them anymore."

" Sora, I'm not just gonna run out of here, I'm more tolerant than that. I'll be okay if you just show me to the bathroom." Sora chuckled and brought her to the second door on the right. Mia walked in and went straight for the sink and with her unsoiled hand she got some soap, scrubbing away at each finger but one. Hoping that Sora wasn't watching, she decided to keep that lingering feeling of his lips on one finger secretly to herself. As she dried her hands, Sora came up and leaned against the door frame.

" I wish he was the one to leave." he crossed his arms, obviously pondering over something.

" I'm sorry?" Mia said gently, unclear of what he was talking about.

" Him and my other brother Ven are both in college but we could only afford for one to move out.

" Then I can easily guess who your favorite sibling is." Mia joked as she came closer to him.

" Yeah. You know what Vanitas' excuse was? Free food and he has doesn't have to share a room."

" Well, then it's good you're surrounded by a wonderful group of friends." she smiled at him.

" You're right." Sora perked up. He went across the hall to which Mia presumed was his room. She watched him move things around and search through stacks of paper on the desk.

" Organized mess I see?"

" Hey! I know exactly where everything is." he defended. And to prove it, he pulled out the notes from one of the desk drawers. They made their way back downstairs to the family room. As Sora began to set up the papers on the table, Mia became slightly nervous. She wasn't lying when she told Roxas she'd hoped they would go to the library to avoid him, but then she realized he was nowhere to be found; in fact, the whole house was in completely silence like it was only the two of them there. She eased up a bit and pulled out her notes, placing them on her lap as Sora did with the textbook. The table was full of papers, much like the boy's desk, but in an organized way that was easy for her to copy while he dictated any information he may have missed.

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An hour and a half later, they were finally finishing up as the clock on the wall read 4:30. Both teens slumped back on the couch and let out a relieved sigh, letting the materials fall to the floor. Mia broke the silence,

" Thanks for helping me Sora. I would've never gotten this done so quickly along with all the other homework."

" What are friends for?" she smiled to herself, keeping a blush from surfacing. Sora stared at her, admiring her features. Despite the way he said it, Vanitas was right; she was cute. And with that thought, he mentally slapped himself. He had only met her earlier this day. Was it even okay to have thoughts like that? Kairi has told Sora countless times about her childhood friend and showed old pictures, but it didn't click in his mind that it was Mia until he saw the way Kairi greeted her at lunch.

" Sora?" Mia gently called, breaking his mental dispute. " I should really help you clean up and then get going. I don't know how serious Kairi was about being home by dinner but it'll be getting late soon.

" Sure thing." the papers were put away quite swiftly and Mia packed up her bag. " I'll walk you home." Sora offered.

" You don't have to. Kairi told me her house is a couple blocks down the street."

" Honestly Mia, I'd love to. I feel bad you had to get around school on your own." Mia giggled.

" Well actually, Roxas offered to give me a tour but I declined."

" Smart choice." The two teens walked out and Sora locked the house.

It was only a 10 minute walk to Kairi's house, but it felt even shorter. Mia came up and rang the bell, only waiting a moment until Kairi answered.

" Mia, you're just in time!"

" That's great. I'll just go wash up." Mia stepped inside. " Thank you Sora. See you tomorrow."

" Bye Mia." as the brunette disappeared inside the house, her red head companion gave him a look. " What?"

" Oh nothing. I didn't actually think you would bring her back in time."

" Come on Kairi. As soon as we finished, we left."

" Okay. Trying to make a good impression?" Kairi questioned.

" What's that supposed to mean? I'm just being a good friend."

" Sure. I know that look Sora. You had it on all of lunch."

" I don't know what you're talking about." he played dumb. He didn't think he was being that obvious.

" Whatever you say. See you tomorrow Sora." Kairi waved and he waved back as she was closing the door. " Don't be a stranger!" she quickly called out. And Sora took those words to heart.

Hope you liked it. Sorry for character dropping, but it's not like they're all strangers!