Hello! I'm PopMyHeart, and this will be my debut story here in GA FanFiction! I'm just a newbie and my writing skills aren't that good, but I promise to release all of my imaginative juices in every story that I'll write!
For my debut, here's a short story for all of you! Of course, I'll be featuring Natsume X Mikan pairing. Hail to all N X M fans!
Disclaimer: Forever I will not own Gakuen Alice.
* The story & the settings are all mine. In this chapter, I owned Hi-Fi Twin Tower & 'The Lucky One'
Summary: It's the absence that makes the heart go wonder. After four years of being successful in reaching their goals and dreams, It's time to go back were their heart supposed to be. But will destiny approve it? Or their paths will forever not cross once again?
"You know what, Mikan? I never imagine you this way."
"I'm sorry, Permy. It's just that I'm not really available this time. Of all people, you should know what I'm going through right now. "
"Yeah, I know, I know. We're on the same industry, and like what you've said a million times before, I should know what you're going through right now. But that doesn't mean you should push yourself too much. You have a life! Your own life! "
"But these dresses are due in a month! Do you think I should give some loose on myself on this? It's big break for me in this industry! This chance is one of a lifetime. If I play around this time, it will be my end!"
"Ok, Ok! Cool down. Just make it up to us, ne? And be sure that I'll be one of the ladies to wear your masterpieces! That should be my payment for receiving a rejection from you. Understand?"
"Of course you'll have a spot! See you next time, ne, Permy? Give my regards to the gang!"
And then she hang up her phone. Sigh. It's been four years. Four years and two months to be exact, ever since the whole gang graduated from the prestigious Gakuen Alice. The first two years as fresh grads for them seems to be good at first, but months later, due to the call of their professionalism and their field of works, they set aside their gatherings and meetings together to focus on their own choice of work.
Mikan Sakura. Who would ever have ever thought that a simple girl like her would eventually fall in the world of fashion designing? This 22 year-old brunette showed excellent fashion sense and great view of fashion art that lead her into her situation right now.
This month of May is her last month in finishing her designs before the grand fashion show that will be held in June. Exactly five months ago, a mysterious man showed up to her in her small office and offered this chance of a lifetime for her. The man said that the Crimson Wind Corporation will have a grand opening of their fashion house this June, and they would like to set a grand fashion show for this opening. In line to this, they have searched all over Japan the finest fashion designers that can match up to their & to their client's standards. Well, being Gakuen Alice is sure an advantage for her that this knock of chance came knocking to her door.
Crimson Wind Corporation is Japan's leading corporation in Japan, and soon to conquer the whole world. They are known in different fields; appliances, technology, furniture, cars, jewelries… name them, they got it. And, now they'll be opening a new field to their corporation, fashion.
Mikan, being enthusiastic by this offer, grab it without hesitation and started the negotiation. The man explained to her everything she need and need to accomplish.
"Miss Sakura, this will be your assigned sets for you in the fashion show. We were expecting the best from you since you got a degree from Japan's prestigious school."
"Mister Yamoto, you're pressuring me too much. Heh~ But giving me five months for this is sure worth it. I'll be giving the best, and only the best."
"I'm not pressuring you, Miss. But the CEO really is expecting the best from the chosen freelance designer all over Japan. Who knows? You may be chosen to work under the Crimson Wind's fashion house. That would be an honor, wouldn't it?"
"Of course it would be! Crimson Wind is the Japan's leading corporation. Heck, I never imagined this day that a man from this company would be knocking my door to give this opportunity!"
"And I never imagined meeting such a lady like you. Sakura-san. Seeing your enthusiasm, the CEO never failed in choosing you. "
"Eh? The CEO, himself chose me?"
"Yes."
"Well, um.. I.. uh… I'm honored! Can I meet the CEO? I really want to show my gratitude in.. uh.. is it a man or a woman?"
"Man. A fine young man, Sakura-san. Well, about your request, I'm afraid that wouldn't happen for now because of some circumstances. You know? Being the boss of such a large company is tough for someone like him. In such a young age, who would have thought he'll be successful in managing the corporation?"
"Oh, yeah. Seeing such a successful company, I'm sure behind it is a busy big boss working."
"Yes. Indeed. But before the grand opening of the fashion house, the fashion designers will be meeting him for finalizations. Invitation will reach you, Miss. If I were you, grab that chance to thank him for this."
"Yes. I will."
Setting her work aside to rest for few moments, Mikan played that memory of that day. She remembered it clear as the day. But remembering that day led her in being curious with the CEO who opened the door of opportunity to her. She really want to meet this CEO. But that wouldn't be long, she thought.
"How does he look like? Is he a very good man? Well, no clues at all. Even the media didn't know his identity, though." Mikan thought.
Crimson Wind Corporation's CEO is a big mystery to all. News said that this young man just flew to Japan two years ago to inherit the corporation, and now, the corporation surprised whole Japan by being the leading corporation in the country.
"I heard his a very fine man. Mr. Yamoto told it himself. And news said that he's a gorgeous one. Oh yeah, he's also labeled as a sought after bachelor. No wonder he's this popular even though his a big mystery. I can't wait to meet him!"
Drifting her thoughts to another one, she landed in thinking about each one's success. Everyone in the gang made name and fame in different fields all over Japan.
"I'm very sure I'm not the only one experience this moment of my life. I'm sure the gang also has opportunities to welcome. Are they doing fine? I'm sure they are. "
The gang, due of being a Gakuen Alice graduate opened new doors at their doorsteps.
Her best friend, Hotaru Imai, owned one of the leading companies in Japan, The TechnoHub Company. Due to her intelligence in terms of technology, she gained the name and the honor of owning such a company.
Ruka Nogi, a good friend of her and Hotaru's loving boyfriend become a much known veterinarian in Japan, and is known in joining campaigns in promoting animal rights and animal abuse awareness. His fondness for animals led him to this career. Not only that, he is one of Japan's sought after man; a fact that Hotaru pisses her off.
Anna Umenomiya. This young chef of their gang becomes the Japan minister's head chef. Allthanks to hercooking abilities and her great taste in food, she became the Japan's first family's trusted cook.
Nonoko Ogasawara. This young lady made way to medical advancement of the century. She led the way of finding the cure to AIDS. She was recognized all over the world because of this magnificent discovery.
Yuu Tobita. Japan's most requested architect of all time. The young man was the brain of the construction of Japan's today's landmark, The Hi-Fi Twin Tower. And because of his fame in Japan, he is one of the country's young bachelors of today.
Sumire Shouda. The once proclaimed Natsume-Ruka Fans club president found her way in spotlights, catwalks and runways. She's the current model for Chanel and titled as Japan's top model of today. She's now in a relationship with the host of the most popular show, 'The Lucky One'.
Kokoro Yome. Who would have thought that this goofy man will enter the world of stardom? Yes, he's one of the today's top teen idols. He got the looks and the humor a woman can ask for a man. He is also the host of today's leading program in Japan, 'The Lucky One'. And yes, he's currently in a relationship with Japan's top model.
Remembering the peak points of her friends' achievements really made her happy. But behind those happy thoughts, a part of her heart wanders to a certain crimson-eyed man that made her experience a complicated feeling she never thought would come, knocking in her heart.
Natsume Hyuuga.
She misses him. She misses him really bad. After separating ways, she kept in touch with the gang, but she never heard a thing to Natsume. Ruka, his best friend, said to her that he'll be inheriting their family's corporation, and he fled to America to have further studies involving their business for his better management of the corporation. After hearing that he fled in a different continent, the gang, nor Ruka never heard a thing about him. Four years have passed, and still, no Hyuuga traces all over Japan.
What made her heart swells is the facts that Natsume forgot her. She and Natsume build a special relationship together when they're still in the academy. You may not call it as a boyfriend-girlfriend thing, but there's a bond that made their relationship unique from others. As they say it, they have the 'more than friends, less than lovers' relationship.
Neither did Natsume know, Mikan really want to confess and tell those three magical words. But the fear of rejection and embarrassment stopped her. Four years have passed, and still, the feelings are still the same. It never passed, it never fade. It's just there. Her hear was still there, waiting for him.
Remembering him pained her heart. She wanted to see him again. She wanted to hold her. Though he may be the cocky bastard that peeked her underwear during their school days, she never denied to herself that's he grew fond of him. How she wish she had the chance to tell him her feelings.
Though she may experience the success of being a fashion designer, she's still a girl whose heart is wandering somewhere…. Somewhere were the love of her life is.
Memories with him entered her mind; How he teases her, how he calls her names, how he enjoyed annoying the hell out of her… all of that. But she never failed to remember the times when Natsume showed his true self, his unmasked self. She remembered how he calls her name gently. Hearing her name from his mouth leaps her heart. And the way he smiled? She remembered it clearly. That smile that's for her, and only but her. The smile she never knew would formed in his lips, gave warmth inside of her. And the way he protected her… it never slips in her mind.
And his kisses.
How could she forget those moments when he will steal kisses from her? She remembered it clearly, how Natsume claimed her lips for the very first time. It shocked her, yes. But it feels so good for her. From that day on, she saw Nastume in a different light… that from that day on, she'll never see him simply as friend only.
A teardrop falls from her tired eyes as she remembers him. A teardrop that contains all of her sorrows for not seeing him. Yes, she cried many times before, realizing that Natsume left her behind. After those cries, she promised not to cry for him again. She promised. But today, though she did not cry totally, but still, a sorrowful tear escaped her eyes.
"Stupid Natsume, making my eyes water randomly. I hate you for doing this to me."
She wiped the threatening tears that might come out from her eyes again, and decided to busy herself to her remaining works that will be due in a month. But before she filled her mind with things to do…
"You know what Natsume, you always made everyone worried. Four years, and still, there's no you. Did you know that everyone here in Japan miss you I miss you."
"Everyone's successful now Natsume. I hope you're one too. You know, I'm still hoping to see you. Where in the world are you now? Where are you?"
And then, she drowned herself with dresses and sketches.
Here's Chapter 1! Wow, I spent three hours just for this chapter. I hope it's good enough for you, guys!
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