A Drop of Freedom

Chapter Zero: The Blessed Grave

Filled with green grass and flowers though nobody took care of it (or so most people thought) the locals called this place, "The Blessed Grave" for legend holds that this area was once a grave for the most noble of people (but most people disagree). Its long draping hills of green followed the pathway up an old deserted mansion. Fitting the eerie beauty of the plain, this mansion was made out of auburn wood that held it firmly in place, painted with a heavenly white and dark maroon although it was now faded it still held its pride of nobility. But although it held beauty, people believed this place was haunted by what people call "ghost", nobody knows for sure. It is said that at the peak of night one is able to see a light from this mansion shining its way across the field, that horrible noises could be heard of roars and screams can be heard, and that many people have gone missing from exploring that area and were said to be…MURDERED

"Oh, that's so cool!" a young girl cried out to her friends, her voice echoed through the class room. Everyone turned their attention towards her in shock, how could she think this is cool? Smiling obliviously at the person telling the story, she continued, "So... is this story true? Hmmm..." Everyone just looked at each other with doubt not sure what to believe. It was true people have gone missing but… it was not said that they were murdered.

"I am telling the truth! Why would I lie about this!" the boy argued back.

"Well, its not like you don't lie about everything else" she laughed bluntly as she stood absent mindly from her chair, "So, is it...?" The boy lost for words turned his head away from the long haired girl. Eying the retreating boy, she smiled, "Fine, why don't we go and check this so called "The Blessed Grave" after school today"

Everyone, including the boy's eyes widened in shock, how could she just decide like that about going to a place like that?

"Are you crazy? Do youhave a death wish!" the boy literally screamed back

" Are you afraid? Just think of it as a test of courage!... and no I don't have a death wish." She smiled back. Everyone just looked at each other.

"That's not a bad idea…" a girl whispered to another.

"Yeah, I'm up to a little fear."

"Maybe, I can impress some girls… I'm in!" a boy said eying the girls beside him. Looking around the so-called "Liar" sighed in defeat,

"I just can't win against you… can I, Akiko"

Akiko just smiled in pride by her victory, her long brown hair following the motion of her head, while her emerald eyes shimmered with excitement, she just couldn't wait for after school! She shot her arm up in the air, "Alright, everyone, meet at the front gates after school!"

After School

"Everyone here?" Akiko asked, as she began to count, "Yup! Okay let's get going"

"Right!" Everyone answered back. They then began to make their way towards this "Haunted Mansion" Akiko leading the pack gazed left and right at the scenery of the field, it was just like the boy described It beautiful yet… scary. A feeling of discomfort, it wasn't fear but more like a warning, rose in her stomach, but she quickly shook it off. Everyone in back of her was laughing in joy, how could they not feel this feeling? She just smiled to herself, "Must just be me…" Continuing down the pathway that has been overgrown with plants, a voice suddenly echoed disruptively through her head, "Be careful… There is something here…" Akiko stopped in her tracks and placed a hand up to her head, the voice had stopped but…

"Aki-chan? Aki-chan?" a voice interrupted her thoughts. She turned to face her friend's face whose was filled with worry.

"Huh…?" Akiko squeaked out.

"Are you alright..?"

"Oh, yuppers! Sorry for the hold up!" Akiko answered joyfullyback and began walking again.

"What's wrong, Akiko? Don't tell me your chickening out!" a boy teased as Akiko and her friend caught up.

"Am not!" she pouted.

"Kidding! Kidding!" he cried playfully.

Akiko just sighed and smiled and joined in the laughter with her friends but she was unable to shake off this feeling… a feeling that something bad was going to happen… They finally reached the mansion after a long walk, everyone was here but the laughter died down. Akiko eyed her friends, she knew they were scared. But with no hesitation she smiled as touch the cool metal of the door nob with smile of excitement on her face.

With just a touch the door creaked open, Akiko eyes widened a little at this action. The inside of the mansion was now visible, though the sun was now leaving and night was falling upon them.

"S-See a mansion…" the boy laughed nervously, "W-Why don't we all go home…?" Everyone nodded in agreement.

"What don't chicken out now!" Akiko cried as she swung around but her friends were gone, no where to be seen. She looked around in shock, wow they run fast. She just sighed,and turned back to look into the mansion, which shadowy gloom brought another wave of discomfort. She had her pride and curiosity… she had to know what was in this mansion. She just smiled softly to herself shaking the doubts within and walk boldly through the wooden, which slowly creak closed behind her. By now the sun had left and there was no hint of light left.

The moment she walked through the doors, the light switched on.She stopped calmly and looked at the magnificent lights that hung above, her eyes studied her surrounding carefully. With great carpets and stairways the mansion seemed fit for a king and queen, but how could it be so neat if nobody was taking care of it. How was that possible? Shefelt a urge of curiosityand began to explore, although she was a beat uneasy she could not let this moment pass. She examined the well cleaned floor, the antique vases that decorated the tables and shelves of the mansion, the beautiful set furniture, it was so perfect that it was a bitdisturbing. Turning her attention to the long staircase that led up to the second story, she walked cautiously towards it. It was made out of polished wood which was so smooth and cool under her touch. She then glanced up the shadowed stairwell and then she saw something. At first just a flicker, it became clearer and clearer, it was a girl. She stood silently on top of the stair case; Alika's eyes were glued upon her with fascination. Her expression was solemn, she wore what appeared to be expensive attire, a long beaded dress that seemed to glisten even in the shadows, she was ghostly pale, even though she was extremely beautiful she seemed normal except for one thing… she was transparent. Her eyes appeared to have spotted young Alika staring and her frowning mouth curved into a smile.

"Welcome…" the transparent girl's voice seemed to travel down the stair case to me ears, Alika felt so marveled by her musical voice, she just looked up at the girl, and with no fear sweetly smiled back. But their was a chilling feeling growing softly in her mind, a feeling that this girl wasdangerous. Smiling even more which appeared to be out of amusementthe girl disappeared leaving no trace that she was even there.

Akiko POV

I watched silently as the girl disappeared from her spot on top of the stair case, I pondered of whether to follow her or not. Did I really want to follow her? This time I could't shake off the warning feeling that feel upon me. "Was that a ghost? Well, she was transparent and all but..." I immediately remembered the feeling of fear she gave me, " But I guess you would feel that way if you saw a ghost..." I argued mentally with myself and I stared up the stair that was eloped in shadows although the light was on.I just shrugged andI took one step upon the stairs. "Don't be foolish…"the voice echoed through my head just like before, except instead of sound cautious it sounded annoyed. If this is what you call a conscious…maybe I should listen to it... I sighed and looked down to the floor, "Maybe I should just go home for today…" I turned around and walked towards the exit, deciding that it was best to return tomorrow when the lights suddenly went out. "Oops, there goes the power!" Iwhisperedi n surprisment as I looked around for a light switch, but it was now pitch black. I tried to feel my way around, for a light and hoping to find the door while I'm at it. Suddenly a loud crash came from the wall next to me, I whipped around. Beside me was now… I don't really know what.With a mask that appeared to glow through the darkness, I must say it was the most hideous thing I ever saw in my life, it huge body resembled a savage it held deep hole followed right through it flesh. It's attention slowly turned to me.

"Well… don't you smell delicious…" It hissed, I just narrowed my eyes and backed away slowly. Was I afraid?. Well, yes knowing I'm might get eaten and no, if I run fast enough! "Let me out…" Once again the same voice rang through me head.

"Oh, that's helpful..." I mumbled out loud, as I watched as the creature approached me with its slowly grinding steps, with each step I flinched, for I knew I wouldn't be able to escape successfully. It's long winding arm reached up, and I looked up and waiting for hurlingimpact. "Who ever you are... If you'regoing to come out now may be a good time..." I thought impatiently but the voice did not answer, instead everything went black.

Hello... I'm Icygirl2008. This is my first fanfiction and it features HitsugayaXOC. Please forgive for people who dispise OCs and to be blunt if you have any negative saying and it is not a comment about how to improve my writing please keep it to yourself, Thank you for you consideration. To tell you the truth... I'm actually a total fan of HitsuXHina. But this story is dedicated to my friend who is totally in love with Hitsugaya Toshiro (Yes, I know it is a bit strange...) so I decided to try it out. I truly am grateful for that you took your time to read this since it is kind of long... Well, I hope it is not to much to ask to comment of my story. Thank you in advance.

Please look foward to the next chapter: Wish upon a Star