November 11th

by MeisterYM

Spoiler Warning: The story takes place beyond one year after Volumes 8 and 9 when Shido seals Natsumi's powers. Notes: 1.) The story takes place several months after the fan fiction story: "Realization: Shido's Feelings". 2.) Characters may not behave as they typically would in the light novel or anime series.

1. Prologue

November 11th

By: MeisterYM

Prologue

"Still, you sure picked a strange day for a date."

Not being able to help himself from forming a remark, Shido Itsuka followed the clear route in front of him within the shopping district. Where it was going to lead him, he didn't know, but he was certain that the person who was currently clinging to his right arm knew.

The girl giggled softly at Shido's comment. Her black hair was fairly long and tied into two portions, both of them going past her shoulders. Her eyes on the other hand were even more unique, the right one was a bright red whereas the left one was covered by her bangs. She wore Raizen High's school uniform for girls.

"Are you curious?"

Kurumi Tokisaki's question was meant as a tease.

"Of course I am."

If a girl suddenly asked someone to go on a date with her on a school day without even telling him what they were doing or where they were going, Shido was certain that anyone would be worried about her immediate request.

Unfortunately for Shido, no matter how suspicious she was, the girl who asked him out in particular was someone he considered to be very special to him. While she was the cause of many troubles, he couldn't help but follow her on a whim. He also wasn't exactly bothered by it, so he thought that agreeing to a date with her wouldn't have hurt.

"Ah, that's no good, Shido-san."

Kurumi suddenly softly tugged at Shido's arm, bringing him closer to her.

"W-What's no good?"

Kurumi's boldness had always been one of her amusing characteristics, but it was also sometimes the most dangerous. Shido had to check several times to see if his heart was still functioning normally during the past. This moment was no exception.

"We're on a date, and yet your mind is somewhere else."

Surprised at Kurumi's accurate claim, Shido felt as if she were reading his mind.

"S-Sorry."

Not knowing what else to say, Shido apologized.

Kurumi gave a warm smile.

"I guess I can forgive you. But only after your penalty."

"Penalty?"

Shido turned to look at Kurumi.

"Of course. You belong to me for the day, but you decided to think of something else."

Kurumi was bold. Very bold. Shido was certain that her assertiveness knew no bounds, and as fate would have it, he would be reminded of her very courage once again.