"Mai san! Hayaku hayaku! You have to go on stage NOW!"

"I know I know! Mikoto quit playing with it and zip me up already!"

Things are very lively at the backstage of Fukka Academy auditorium as everyone was preparing themselves for what is to come. This event MUST be a success for the upcoming Spring Festival depended on it.

"For the love of…"

Mikoto was suddenly shoved out of the way by a taller mid-night hair girl who proceeded to zip up Mai's dress and pushed her out onto the stage. It was a good thing since the stage manager was about to break out into hysteria since the curtains had started to go up. Stumbling at the first few steps from the force of the push, Mai managed to catch her balance and smiled toward the clapping audience for the warm welcome she was receiving. She situated herself behind the podium situated at the right side of the stage and thus, 'on with the show'.

"Thank you all for coming tonight to support this fund raiser. As you all know, with the unfortunate incident that happened last week, our spring festival fund had to be used to cover the expenses in rebuilding the dorm that was… well… burned to the ground. So it is very important that tonight be a success. Please give as much as you can and make sure to read all the rules. And now! What you all have been waiting for! Let the show begin!!!"

All the girls clapped excitedly waiting for the first meat to be dangled in front of them for their taking. Well, almost all the girls. A certain elegant Kaichou sat in her seat in the very first row with an amused expression on her face. She was feeling quite relieved that she didn't have to take part in this event. Total chaos could've been unleashed within this building so for everyone's safety, it was best she not take part.

Ara… Mai han certainly did come up with a good idea to replenish our festival fund. Although, I was quite disappointed I was not able to spend much time with my Natsuki with all things she agreed to help Mai han with. I wonder how she was able to convince Natsuki to help... Oh well, as long as she is not participating in the actual event, I will just have to bear with it a while longer.

"Our first bachelorette is a first year student, lovely Miss Taikie Achiko san. Taiko san, please tell the audience a little about yourself."

"Hello everyone, my name is Taikie Achiko. I love to bake in my free time and collect cute little plushies. If your ideal date is to have a picnic on a nice afternoon than I'd be perfect choice for you."

As soon as the introduction ended, the girls in their seats began shouting numbers while waving their numbered paddles high as means to identify themselves. Yes… This is no ordinary fund raising event. This is a date auction fund raiser. What better way to make fast, easy, not to mention A LOT of money than to sell off your friends and classmates?

The prize was to have your date for the entire weekend all to yourself to do anything you like. Well, almost. To protect both parties, there were few rules that had to be followed. If and when the rules were broken by either person, the other had the right to stop the date on the spot.

"17,000 yen from number 39 with the big yellow bow! Do I hear 20,000?! 20,000 anyone?!"

After scanning the crowd carefully and seeing no other paddles being raised, Mai officially sold off the 14th bachelorette. This fund raiser is definitely turning out to be a success. The goal was to raise 100,000 yen but they've passed that goal by the 9th girl. And they still had one last meat to sell off and she was sure to bring in the most money.

"Okay everyone. I don't think this bachelorette needs any introduction for I'm sure you all know who she is. Please give your warm welcome for Chie Harada!"

Indeed Chie didn't need any introduction for she is one of the more popular girls in Fukka Academy. Known to be quite the charmer, the tomboy used her skill to extract many information which would then end up in the gossip column in the school newspaper. She even used her charm to talk her girlfriend into letting her participate.

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Flashback

"It pains me to see everyone's disappointment, so I am willing to sacrifice myself for everyone else's happiness. Besides, don't you trust me?"

"I do trust you. Well… Most of the time. But I'm more concerned about the other girl."

"Oh, don't worry about that, I won't let her do anything you did to me last night" *grin*

"BAKA!" *smacks behind the back of the head* "You're damn right she won't do what I did last night!"

"ittai… That's why I said I wouldn't…" *rubbing back of the head*

"I don't want the girl to get her hopes up thinking she'll be able to take your heart from that date."

"hehehe… Is that the only thing you're worried about?"

"…"

*pulls Aoi into a hug*

"I know I flirt a lot. I guess it's just like 2nd nature to me. But the thing is, no matter who/when/where, you're always on my mind. And don't worry about the date. If needed, I'll be sure to make it clear that my beautiful girlfriend already took possession of my heart and it will stay that way."

End Flashback

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With a single rose in one hand, looking as charming as ever, Chie started making her way to the designated spot. But half way there her vision flashed rapid movement of the other side of the stage followed by the ceiling… She tripped. She tripped REALLY hard. In fact, everyone froze not making a sound in the anticipation that Chie would get right back up and flash that toothy smile of hers. But that never came.

Aoi, also helping with the event was the first to react. Quickly running towards her girlfriend, check to make sure the tomboy was still breathing. After making a few quick assessments, she beckoned Mai to come over and quietly explained that Chie is fine but she's knocked out cold. Of course, Mai was relieved to hear that Chie is fine but this also meant that she was damaged goods and can't be auctioned off.

This can't be good… She's supposed to be the finale. There will probably be a lot of complaints if we don't find a good enough replacement for her. Oh Kami! Please PLEEEEEEASE help me!!!

Meanwhile in the front row, Shizuru was also concerned for Chie's safety and was thankful that she wasn't any worse. But now she too pondered as to how Mai would handle this situation.

Ara… This is quite an unexpected turn of events. I do hope Mai han has a backup plan or things might get bit.. uncivilized.

Natsuki on the other hand was trying to hold in the laughter as much as she could. It's very inappropriate to laugh at someone else's misfortune. It's not that she wasn't concerned about her friend. But it's just one of those circumstances where you can't help but laugh. Besides, she knew Chie wasn't seriously hurt.

Wow, I'm glad Chie's ok but I wish I could've gotten a picture of that. The expression on her face as she fell was priceless! Hmm… I wonder what Mai's gonna do now... Those hyenas out there don't look too happy.

As Chie was being carried off the stage, Mai slowly went back to her spot trying come up with any resolution. Fortunately for Mai, Kami seemed to be considerate to her pleading and took action. As the ever helpful Mikoto came running with some icepack in her hands, she wasn't being very attentive to all the wirings on the floor and tripped. This caused a domino effect where Natsuki just happened to be the final piece.

Suddenly, Natsuki was pushed off to the stage and looked as if a deer had been pushed on the road to an on coming car. She stood in place like a statue not quite able to make sense of what just happened. The shock must've done something to her brain because after a few moments, she started walking backwards so slowly that a slug would be able to beat her to the finish line.

If I move very slowly, they won't notice…

Shizuru was also surprised to say the least as well as wondered why Natsuki was doing a slow version of moonwalk. But she suddenly felt the need to grip the paddle that was lying on her lap. The one which she felt she had absolutely no use unless she needed to fan herself now seemed very important.

Ara… My Natsuki look very cute but… I do not appreciate the aura I am sensing around me…

Mai too was surprised. But that soon crossed over to enlightenment as she heard one of the girls shout out with all the power there lungs were capable of.

"20,000 YEN!!!!!!!!"

TBC

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AN:

I know I know… Update the other story. -_- I just haven't had much inspiration for it. But I promise I'm working on it!

Sorry, it's not betaed so forgive any errors. If anyone wants to volunteer, please drop me a line. :D

I'm in need of massive fluff. Someone provide please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!