Cold, the whole world in darkness and in cold, a figure of a young girl was the only thing in the darkness.
"Who's there?" She asked into the darkness there was a rustle behind her but she remained unchanged, standing firm in the darkness.
"Such a pretty little girl, whatever is such a delicate flower doing out in such a bitter cold? It's dangerous for one like you to be out here this late." A figure said stepping towards her back his cold fingers touched her neck,
"I don't believe you should care much as too why I'm standing out here." The girl replied, the man's fingers ran around her neck they were like thin icicles, she couldn't see him from where he was standing.
"A warm drink would be perfect when it's so cold like tonight." He said his head moving towards her neck his teeth nearing it. She made no attempt to struggle until his teeth were almost in her neck, she moved at a rapid speed, catching the man off guard,
"Don't even think about it. Do you take me for a fool Vampire? Like a girl like me would just wait for you to drink your share leaving me for dead!" The girl stated,
"A Vampire Hunter? What an unexpected surprise." The Vampire replied, "I will enjoy draining your blood." He smiled baring his fangs.
"Like I'd even let you get that far," She replied with a smirk.
"Hanaketi, why don't you just stop now? This vampire is of little challenge to your skills." A voice called from the darkness it was soothing and gentle.
"Hanaketi?! That's who you are?!" The Vampire demanded an answer,
"Correct Vampire. My name is Hanaketi of the Sueki clan. A clan of vampire hunters, you stood no chance when faced with me, you're glad someone came to halt this." Hanaketi smiled sadistically.
"Hana, please. Just stop this now you're late your parents wanted you home before dark tonight." The man replied,
"Fine. Your life has been spared but come at me or anyone else again and I'll have you slain in a heartbeat."Hanaketi replied coldly before turning and following the man who had come to collect her.
"You're too soft. It's hard to believe you're also a Sueki clan member Ketsu." Hanaketi stated,
"And you're too violent Hana. I'm surprised with your parents' decision..." The man replied.
The two entered a very big house where a woman and man were waiting, "Hana, we have some important news for you." The woman smiled at Hanaketi taking her hand and leading her into a large sitting room.
"Your father and I received an invitation for you in the mail, we've decided it would be best if we accepted it," The woman stated,
"Mother? What is this invitation?" Hanaketi asked,
"It's a invite to a school it's far from here, but it was at their request that you came, it would seem they need someone with your talents." Hanaketi's mother replied,
"M...My talents? Mother what is this about?" Hanaketi asked,
"A school for humans and vampires." Her mother started Hanaketi's eyes widened. "It would seem most of the humans know nothing about the existence of the Vampires but because of the Vampires appearance it is hard to keep the humans in line and out of harm's way. That's why they need a human who already knows of the existence of Vampires, you were their first choice, world renowned Flower of the Sueki clan." Her mother explained,
"A Vampire and human school? What idiot would come up with such an atrocious idea?!" Hanaketi demanded,
"I didn't think she'd take it too well..." Ketsu replied,
"You need to change. Hana, you're a strong young woman but fighting is no way from you to become the heir to the Sueki clan,
yes we are a clan of Vampire Hunters, but never before have we had a woman with as much hate directed towards them. The woman of the clan ascends the ladder with poise and grace not with how many kills she has accomplished." Her mother replied sternly, "It's about time you grew up! If you want to protect people so badly then this is your only chance, being in the Sueki clan will not help you there, once you marry you'll be tossed aside never to fight again just to become a true flower. You don't want that, and I understand it wasn't like that for me but I can see it in your eyes you want to help others with your strength like you've done here. Take the invitation and move on, being here will only hold you back." Her mother said forcefully.
"You're that embarrassed of me? You despise me that much that you just want to me away to get me out of your sight?! So what if I fight it's what I'm good at I strike fear into those Vampires without me you're left with all those good for nothing men! They're all too soft, if a Vampire wasn't hurting someone then they'll just leave it be!" Hanaketi yelled, "Fine I'll go! But only because I never want to see your faces again!" She ran out of the door holding back her tears.
About a week later Hanaketi was stood at the gates of Cross Academy, two prefects from the school were there when she arrived, "Hey, I'm Yuki Cross, and this is Zero Kiryu." The girl prefect smiled, "You're Hanaketi Sueki right?" she asked,
"Barely. It's just Hanaketi now." Hanaketi said bluntly,
"O...Oh..." Yuki replied,
"Come on, we'll take you to the Headmaster Cross' office." Zero stated barely looking at her. The three headed on.
"Ah Hanaketi Sueki! You're parents said you'd accepted the invite." Headmaster Cross smiled,
"Let's get this straight. I'm just Hanaketi no last names, and those people, as of last week they aren't my family." Hanaketi said fiercely,
"Well the rumours were certainly correct; The Flower of the Sueki clan is definitely not a shy person," Headmaster Cross smiled, Hanaketi looked down at her feet,
"I'm sorry that was rude. I shouldn't have said it like that, but it is true, I left my parents last week no longer their daughter." Hanaketi said Yuki was sort of shocked to see the change in Hanaketi.
"Yuki, Zero, Hanaketi will be helping you two out she's a renowned Vampire Hunter and member of the Sueki clan." Headmaster Cross stated,
"It'll be good to have an extra hand, with keeping the Night Class in line." Yuki smiled,
"Oh one last thing, Hanaketi no Killing. Bruise them up as much as you like when they get out of hand but no killing." Headmaster Cross stated,
"Got it. Bruises are a go ahead killing is a big no-no. I think I can remember that, what about broken limbs? Is that okay?" Hanaketi asked,
"You won't need a Bloody Rose will you Hanaketi? As for the Broken limbs try not to but if you must then okay."
"Nope, I've got enough strength to take on a noble. Never faced a Pure Blood so I'm not sure how I'd fare." Hanaketi replied.
The three left the office, "So you're a full-fledged Vampire Hunter then?" Zero asked,
"Yep! Known as the Flower of Sueki back home but that's just to the Vamps. This'll be a big change but my... I mean the ones who received the invite for me thought this would be the best thing for me and Ketsu always thought I needed to relax a little more. I'm what you'd call overly protective." Hanaketi replied,
"Why do you fight them? I mean... Not all Vampires are bad; some are nice and wouldn't hurt anyone..." Yuki said,
"I suppose it's because that's how I was raised, actually... I wasn't raised that way, in fact I'm not even sure why I've always hated them so much it's just been the way I am. I was born in the Sueki clan were the males have are usually stronger than the average human it's like being born with with Vampire powers but no biting or thirst for blood plus there isn't any pointy teeth. They're just fast, strong and can find anything in the dark. I was the first female born with those abilities, the guys back home are lazy and won't do their job unless someone is being killed and sometimes not till they're already dead. Me I was different if I met a vamp they'd be dead in the same meeting I only didn't kill when Ketsu was around because he'd always stop me. I'm a prime target for Vampires, they hear my name and either back away in fear or they try and drain my blood. As long as I can remember I've hated them, they hurt humans all the time but no one ever does anything. The women of my family are supposed to look pretty and look after their husband. I never wanted a life like that so I left." Hanaketi replied,
"I'm not so much of a fan of Vampires either; they killed my parents when I was younger..." Zero replied,
"That's horrible... I bet no one did a thing as well... It's the same everywhere people would rather turn a blind eye then actually get rid of those scum." Hanaketi replied.
"Come on time to get to the Night Dorm they're will be waking up soon." Yuki said, the three headed to their dorm where there was a mob of Day class students, Hanaketi wasn't in uniform yet because she hadn't gone to her dorm since she'd arrived late.
"Hey! Who's she and why does she get to stay out here like you two?!" One of the Day class girls asked sounding angry,
"Hanaketi, new student and Prefect now I suggest you get moving on or I'll make you go." Hanaketi said fiercely, the girl backed away.
"Nice work Hanaketi although it might have been better if you didn't scare her..." Yuki replied,
"Alright, but nice doesn't usually work, and you can call me Hana." Hanaketi replied, they cleared out most of the students but there were still a couple refusing to go anywhere when the doors opened. Out came a group of pale and beautiful students all dressed in white uniforms. One of them stopped when they got to Yuki and Hanaketi, "Yuki, I notice there is a girl with you not in uniform." He said,
"Kaname-Sempai, this is Hana she's a new student but also a Prefect." Yuki replied,
"So that means she's already experienced the threat of Vampires?" Kaname asked,
"Yeah. I'm known as The Flower of Sueki to your kind." Hanaketi said coldly. One of the other vampires hid behind another and Hanaketi smiled,
"You've heard of her then?" One of them asked the one who was hiding,
"Yeah, she's a cold blooded Vampire Hunter who shows no mercy. The only female of the Sueki clan to have the clan's inhuman abilities." He replied.
"Is that true Hanaketi?" Kaname asked, she nodded,
"That's right; I'm the first female hunter from the Sueki clan. I'm also the best. I've been told not to kill anyone but other than that you'll get no mercy from me Vampires." She turned to look at the two Day Class students still outside, "You two back to your Dorms Now!" She yelled fiercely, the two girls ran for it and Hanaketi smiled satisfied, "I'm gonna look around the school see if anyone else is still out of their dorms and to give myself a general idea of
the school grounds." Hanaketi stated she gave a little wave and headed off further into the school grounds,
"I'm sorry about Hana... She's not exactly Vampire Friendly." Yuki replied,
"It's alright, if she's who Hanabusa said she was I'm not really that shocked with her lack of manners." Kaname replied with a smile,
"You know about her?" Yuki asked,
"Yes, most vampires know of the Sueki clan Hanaketi is a quite well known Vampire Hunter, the Sueki clan are a bit like Vampires as they have inhuman speed, strength and hearing as well as their other senses are remarkable. Usually only males of the Sueki clan have those powers but Hanaketi was different being given the powers in fact I'd hazard to state she's more like a vampire then any of the others in the Sueki clan, the Sueki clan are humans who have remarkable Vampire talents they make amazing Vampire Hunters because of this." Kaname explained, "She's a lot more Vampire like then the others because she has grace and she's quite pretty in appearance. She's a cold blooded killer, because of that she's hardly better then a Vampire."
"I'm not so sure... When I look her in the eyes she seems worried concerned and not a cold blooded killer..." Yuki replied,
Hanaketi sighed, "I can't believe I'm here... Why the hell did I agree to this? Ketsu can't handle the Vamps back home... the others are probably no help to him either... What if something happens to him while he's on patrol...? He can't hunt on his own..." She said to herself feeling more and more worried, "I should phone him, but he'll be busy... He might need help..." She sighed again, "Do I really have so little faith in him? I should just trust him and concentrate on being a Prefect." She stated taking a deep breath she carried on looking for students, in the morning she returned to her dorm and changed into her Uniform. She reached for her phone
and dialled, just when Yuki entered her room. Hanaketi put a finger to her lips and Yuki nodded and waited,
"Ketsu? A...Are you alright?" Hanaketi asked,
"Hana?! I didn't think you'd call. I was going to call you." Ketsu replied,
"W...What happened? Ketsu?! What Happened?!" Hanaketi yelled, Yuki looked frightened,
"Hana... it's...It's your father. He stopped me from patrolling last night... They just found his body..." Ketsu replied, Hanaketi's eyes widened they stung with tears, and put her hand to her mouth,
"W...What?" Her voice was broken and she barely got the words out.
"Hana... Are... Are you crying?" Ketsu asked sounding concerned,
"O...Of course not... When have I ever cried...?" Hanaketi asked struggling to hold back her tears,
"Hana!? Are you okay? Hana... You're crying!" Ketsu replied sounding worried,
"H...How did he die? It... It was that thing from my last patrol, wasn't it?! Ketsu I demand an Answer who killed him?!" Hanaketi demanded,
"We're not sure what vampire it was yet, we need to get a sample from him to check who it was. Hana... I'm sorry... if I had,"
"Stop right there, Ketsu you dare say that if you'd been there he wouldn't have died I swear I'll never forgive you! I'd rather he died then you! Please don't wish that; please don't wish it was you instead of him, please..." Hanaketi was now in tears and Ketsu was shocked,
"Hana... I'm sorry; I shouldn't have said that I'm sorry. Hana we'll do what we can I swear to you the Vampire who did this won't be around much longer, I promise you that, Hana... Please don't cry..." Ketsu said,
"I...I
have to go... I have a guest... D...Don't get yourself killed..."
Hanaketi replied hanging up the phone.
"What is it Yuki?"
Hanaketi asked wiping her eyes on her sleeve.
"I came to get you so we could go to classes... But I think you should stay for today, I'll ask Headmaster Cross about transport." Yuki replied,
"N...No. I won't go back for the funeral. It'd better that way I said I'd disowned him; I never imagined he'd be stupid enough to get himself killed. I...I just can't help but feel that the vampire who killed him was the one Ketsu stopped me from killing about a week ago... He knew who I was the other members of the Sueki clan aren't as powerful as I am they can't even sense a Vampire before it's attacking them," Hanaketi replied, "Please don't tell anyone you saw me cry..."
"Are you sure you're okay? That was you father who was killed... don't you want to go to the Funeral at all?" Yuki asked,
"I...I'm not his daughter anymore when he died he had no children, it'd be awful for me to go now that he's dead and be his Daughter again after all I said." Hanaketi replied, "Its best I just move on with my life. I'm sorry you had to see me like that..."
"It's alright, anyone would cry if they got that news." Yuki replied, the two girls headed to class and Zero caught a glance at Hanaketi's tearstained face.
Classes ended after a while Yuki and Zero had both fallen asleep during class, and Yuki needed to take extra classes but Hanaketi stayed with her.
"Are you sure you want to stay? I mean you haven't slept yet it'd be best if you go get some sleep now while you're waiting for darkness to fall." Yuki stated,
"I'm fine, I don't need that much sleep maybe I'll rest tomorrow afternoon. Besides you don't want to be on your own. That's what you said to your friend Sayori." Hanaketi replied,
"Alright if you're certain." After the extra classes they went to see Headmaster Cross.
"Hanaketi... I heard some disturbing news I was about to ask you to come..." Headmaster Cross started,
"I'm fine, I don't need any time off from my duties or from my school work, I definitely don't need any time to go back home." Hanaketi stated,
"So you already heard?" Headmaster Cross asked,
"I phoned my friend to make sure he was still breathing this morning I hadn't expected to hear it was my ex-Father to be the one not breathing..." Hanaketi replied, Zero was standing in the corner of room listening to them talk.
"You'll be able to hold your temper then and still be fine working tonight?" Headmaster Cross asked,
"Saying that I feel insulted. I am not about to let my anger allow me to break the rules. I don't kill any students it's what I promised. So I'm not killing anyone not just because my father was killed by those things." Hanaketi replied,
"As I thought, they'll be waking up soon so it's time for you three to get moving." Headmaster Cross stated. The three nodded and headed out.
"So they got your father last night?" Zero asked,
"Yeah. Ketsu promised to slay the Vamp who got him once they find out which it was. Shouldn't take too long in fact they might have its identity already if not I...I'd rather Ketsu left it to the others..." Hanaketi stated "You two head on without me I'll be there in a minute." She said taking out her phone. Yuki nodded and the two headed on.
"Hana? Twice in one day? That's unexpected. What's up?" Ketsu asked,
"I don't want you patrolling again until that Vamp is slayed. You understand right? I don't want you going out alone at night, he knows who you are and I'm pretty sure he's not a fan of mine, my
father is dead so I don't want you risking your life alright?" Hanaketi stated,
"I...I understand I'll be extra careful when on Patrol. Turns out you were right though, I'm so sorry... This is all my fault... The Vamp you didn't slay that's who killed him I'm taking Kai with me tonight to find him." Ketsu replied,
"Alright, stay safe, don't die on me Ketsu." Hanaketi stated,
"I won't." Ketsu replied the two hung up the phone.
"Seems the Flower of Sueki really isn't as cold as everyone thinks," a voice said from behind her, she rapidly turned around,
"What do you want?!" Hanaketi hissed,
"I was just on my way to class when I heard you talking. It would seem you do have a heart after all; the Rumours all call you Heartless and a Cold Blooded Killer. After hearing that, I'm not sure I agree with those Rumours. Seems the Flower does have a heart after all. It's just the Sueki right? They're Vampire Hunters so you're one too it's just the world you were born into." A Night Class Student stated.
"I'm the only one in the Sueki clan who's doing anything to help humans against scum like you. They're all lazy and weak in comparison."
"Talk tough all you like Flower, I saw the worry in your eyes I heard it in your voice, you're still a little girl even if you are a Vampire Hunter." He smiled before walking off.
"Damn Vampire..." she muttered heading off the the Night Dorm.