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Chapter 1: The Color Red

On that day, the third king Suoh Mikoto was killed by the forth king Reisi Munakata. Led by his will to protect his clan mates, the king punished the Colorless King in his final moments. It all ended on that day, his warm red aura vanished into the sky. The Red King's body hasn't been recovered yet. It is still believed that somewhere out in the world he is still alive. Mikoto became a legend, the Eternal Red King. But even without their powers, the clan mates still believe that their king will return… Even though it has been more than five years.

Present time…

HOMRA, a place many call their home. Many familiar faces could be seen in this very stylish looking bar, quite a unique taste that Izumo Kusanagi. Most of the members knew that they had to be careful not to wreck anything around. But even if they try in the end Misaki Yata or Rikio Kamamoto do something. At the present moment Kusanagi was preparing drinks for the two now grown up adults. He had a smirk on his face, looking at them while serving them.
"What's with that smug look Kusanagi?" Yata asked, but had a bad feeling after that…

"Oh, it's nothing much… I'm just glad that you can finally pay me back for all the damage you caused." Hearing Kusanagi's words Yata almost choked on his beer. Kamamoto laughed taking a sip of his beer.
"You too Kamamoto…" Kusanagi gave a cold stare to his two 'favorite' customers, chuckling slightly. "Guess you are finally capable of taking responsibility for your actions."
"Don't be like that! We're buddies, ain't that right Kamamoto?" Yata spoke up putting his arm around Kamamoto's neck.
"That's right! You shouldn't take it like that Kusanagi!" The two chuckled trying to get out of paying, but alas their actions were pretty much read like a book.

"You guys do this all the time… Can't a women enjoy herself in peace?" Their little conversation was broken by a familiar voice, it belonged to Anna the only female member of HOMRA. She had grown up a lot, she was about to attend her first year in high school as well. Wearing her new uniform which belonged to Ashinaka High School… The place their king disappeared. Anna was sitting on the couch behind them, reading a book that caught her attention.
"I'm sorry Anna-chan! These two are just to mean~" Kusanagi spoke with a softer and more childish voice, making both Yata and Kamamoto wanting to barf.
"Great… As usual we end up being blamed for everything." Yata added with a sigh, drinking the beer in one go.
"Can't be helped Yata, it's our destiny to take on such burdens!" Kamamoto added with a grin, Yata and himself burst into laughter. Kusanagi looked at his fellow clan mates, putting his hand so he could cover his eyes.
"Stupidity is contagious they say…" He spoke with a sigh which made both of the boys react and jump up to defend themselves.

Anna giggled listening to their conversation, the atmosphere sure is lively, just like back then… 'Mikoto, your warmth… I can't see your pretty red anymore.' She still had lingering feeling for her King which was unusual at her age. It took only this small incident to make her remember of the times she shared with her beloved King. 'Sorry Anna… I can't show you that pretty red anymore.' Those words echoed inside of her head, tightening her fists she stood up and went outside of the bar. It only took moments for the boys to realize what was happening, this wasn't the first time Anna would leave when the familiar atmosphere could be felt. To her it just wasn't the same without Mikoto, they all felt that way. Silence filled the bar, paying respect to their king, praying for his return with a drink.

The streets haven't changed at all, they were lifeless. Anna made her way through the streets, it was her first day at school and she wasn't going to be late, not a chance. This may be a perfect time for her to forget about the past and start a new, though deep down in her heart that isn't what she really wanted. Everything around her was gray, many people passed by her, but in the end they were all the same. Ordinary. For years now she had hoped that she could see that red color once more. But was that all she really wanted, just to see it again? Anna was a little girl growing up by Mikoto's side, ever since she joined HOMRA he was there for her, but now… 'No… I have to keep my composure.' For the past years everybody has been worried about her, Mikoto's death had a great impact on her life. Kusanagi wanted to somehow make her feel happier, just a bit if it was possible, yet he was unable to find a way to fulfill that roll. Honestly, he felt pitiful every time he saw The Princess feel down, Anna knew that as well. That is why she should try to move forward, without looking back…

Before you knew it the opening ceremony finished and the students were assigned to their designated classrooms. The first day itself was normal and pretty much what you would expect, Anna met a lot of new friends who aren't a part of an organization or those who didn't know about HOMRA or the Seven Kings. It was all a bit unexpected and exciting which made her forget about her worries and troubles.

Anna made her way through the courtyard with a few of her friends walking towards the exit of the school grounds. They were having an amusing conversation, talking about how the school year was going to be exciting and above else fun… In that moment she knew that it was only the beginning of everything. The warm feeling, it felt so familiar. She could sense the red aura near, but couldn't quite pinpoint its location, until a red-head with a short messy hairstyle passed by her. Red. That pretty red color that had the power to make her feel safe. The man was wearing a school uniform, carrying his bag behind his back he made his way towards the exit.
"I'm sorry guys, I've got to hurry home!" Anna spoke to her new friends and dashed towards the exit following behind that man. She couldn't let him get away. It was him, it had to be him. No one could shine so brightly in this colorless world.
"Mikoto!" The boy turned around, his amber eyes looked at the white-haired girl dashing towards him, unable to react in time she embraced him with all of her might inhaling his red aura. It was him. "I've missed you Mikoto!" Anna exclaimed as her body started to tremble, was this really possible. He seemed a little different, somewhat younger.
"Who are you?" Mikoto's cold voice shook Anna, making her look up at his cold stare.
"It's me Anna! Don't you remember?" She spoke with a gentle tone. For a moment there she thought that he was joking, but knowing Mikoto he wasn't like that. He never would do something insensitive to her.
"I'm sorry, Anna was it?.. But you've probably mistaken me for somebody else." Mikoto replied, but she couldn't believe it. Anna starred at him, there can't be any mistake about him. It was him! Anna still held him tightly, afraid that if she let go Mikoto will vanish forever.

To be continued... Sorry for a boring chapter, I'll do my best to make the next one interesting lol :) Sorry for the short chapter!