A/N: Sorry I don't own any of the Characters. My first fanfic. I'm not a good writer. Please be kind with your opinions. Also I've written this story a long time ago. So I don't know how well I did or how I will finish the story, or should I finish the story at all? I currently infatuated with Maria-sama ga Miteru. hehe
Readers' opinion would be a big help. Thanks for reading.
The Perfect Girl - evolution?
Late Friday evening, Sunako Nakahara is watching a new vampire movie. The screaming of victims from the TV echoed the entire bedroom. But she wasn't into the movie; her thoughts are occupied, planning on possible ways to get rid of the four 'creatures of light'. She pondered if she can go back to the side of light, if there is no other way left. 'If I cannot get rid of them, must I join them? But is it possible to walk into the light again? I have devoted my life to become a creature of darkness since that fateful day.' She shook her head and tried to focus on the movie again. After an hour, the credits rolled. And she was debating on herself about the movie. 'That definitely isn't right. How come a pure blood vampire can go out on daylight and the others don't? That's dumb. Cheap movie. I should have rented the other one.' She got hungry and decided to get a late night snack. 'Damn! that creature of light! Why does he always steal away from my stash? I really must do something about this, I can't take it anymore.' Then she decided for ice cream. "What the!? AHHHHHHHHH!!" She yelled, and shook the entire mansion. The four boys startled and barged in her bedroom.
"WHAT! W-what's wrong!?" Kyohei yelled. While the rest of the boys surveyed her room for intruders. Sunako didn't respond for a while. He came closer to her and she had a shocked expression. "Oi, Nakahara what happened?" Kyohei asked again.
"YOU!" Sunako screamed. "Y-YOU ATE MY ICE CREAM BASTARD!!" She gathered all her strength in her fist and swings her arm aiming Kyohei's face.
Kyohei dodge her punch and caught her hands and quick thinking blocked Sunako's next move by twisting her arms behind her back. Kyohei pulled Sunako's body closer to his. "Not fast enough." He whispered near her ear. Sunako as usual, nosebleed and fainted from the closeness. "HEHEHE Try again next time. I just took one." Sticking his tongue out at her unconscious body.
"Kyohei! Why did you do that?" Takenaga furious at his friend.
"I'll be dead by now if she's conscious. Why else do I have to do that?" Kyohei defended.
"That's not what I mean. Why did you steal from her stash?" Takenaga asked again.
"So, that it? We should get out of here Yuki. Takenaga you take care of him." Ranmaru leading Yuki out of Sunako's bedroom. Yuki was crying.
"Uh. Kyohei… you take care of her and apologize to her when she wakes up. It's your fault so don't complain and don't come out until you are forgiven or else we all die from starvation. Don't drag us in to your mistake." Takenaga leaving Sunako's room.
"Fine, fine." Kyohei carrying Sunako's unconscious body. He lay her down on her bed and pulled the covers up to her neck.
Kyohei sat by the other end of the bed watching her intently. 'She looks so peaceful. Why can't she be this beautiful when awake? She only shows her normal form when she's angry or motivated by something.' Kyohei let out a sigh. He got up and went to Sunako's bathroom, took a damp towel. He returned to her side, he slowly wipes off the blood from her mouth down to her neck and cheeks. There was lots of blood on Sunako's shirt. But he decided not to do anything about it. He's scared and respect her enough, though he already saw her naked. He thought of buying more ice cream in the morning. He decides to watch some movies on Sunakos' pile while waiting for her to wake up. Sleep got to him before he realized where he's at.
Sunako wakes up from the noises she's hearing, she glance at her bedside table. '1:30AM. Why am I on bed? Agrhh… I remember now. That creature made me faint again. I need to do something with this. I can't keep living like this. There must be a way I can survive in that creature's presence.' Sunako got up, looked around, her TV are still on, Kyohei is lying down sleeping nearby. She got out of bed and noticed bloody towel on the nearby coffee table by the window. 'Did he do that?' She thought and walk over to where Kyohei was, he's deep asleep it would have been a perfect time to kill him. 'I guess I couldn't kill him after all.' Sunako turned off the TV/DVD, put a spare pillow under his head and covered him with a blanket. She changed her t-shirt and went back to sleep.
Kyohei stirred, 6:30AM Saturday morning, her alarm clock was buzzing. Kyohei woke up and scrambled when he realized where he's at. He tried to feel all parts of his body making sure he's still alive and well. He settled his nerves and calmed down eventually. He looked over Sunako's bed, she wasn't there anymore but her alarm clock is still buzzing. He got up on his feet and turned the alarm off. Tried to escape as soon as possible he rushed to the door. Opening it slowly making sure it wouldn't make a noise that would attract Sunako's attention. A little opening and peek, Sunako was staring at him from his left side. 'Crap! I got caught.' But then she turned the other way and seemed to be on a cell phone talking to someone. She walked fast as far away from him. 'Ok that was new. By the way when did she have a cell phone? Who is she talking to this early morning?' Kyohei thought as he followed her path with his eyes until she was out of sight. It made him mad, but decided not to confront her or was it to ask for forgiveness. He went up stairs and back in his bedroom. He flopped down on his bed. 'That was close. But why did she avoid me. She's hiding something aside from having a cellphone. Why didn't she tell me about that? I wouldn't pester her. Ok, maybe I would but…' He didn't want more answer since he aware of it already. 'There's no point telling her my feelings. She wouldn't understand and she wouldn't want anyone in her heart. She didn't even bother asking why I kissed her then and she's going to avoid me again.' He let out a big sigh. 'Nah, I'll get over her.'
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Normal P.O.V:
Sunako was on her cell phone talking to her aunt. She requested the landlady to come over that evening. She decided to make a deal with her aunt's offer (her being a lady) with set of conditions. She told the landlady that she's going to state her conditions in front of the guys and a witness. She also requested that the landlady bring a housekeeper as a part of her condition. The landlady was happy to hear that Sunako's finally decided on her own free will and agreed to fulfill her condition if it's within reach. Sunako promised to be reasonable to her aunt. The landlady too said she will set some conditions and will discuss later the day. The call ended and Sunako went straight to the kitchen to make breakfast. She was on her normal form. Kyohei decided to get some food and talk to Sunako before the guys wakes up. He then headed down stairs as Sunako walked past him. She didn't notice him since he's still up the stairs.
"Sunako, wait up. Can we talk?" Kyohei was still nervous.
Sunako turned around and faced him. "Yeah, sure." Not waiting for a response she added. "You owe me ice cream and chips. Fill my stash and I'll forgive you." Sunako said it in a sarcastic manner, and then turned around continued walking towards the kitchen.
"Ok. Ok I can fill your stash. Can we talk about something else then? Hey, how about let me help you cook breakfast." He rushed to follow her a few steps behind.
"Yes we can talk but no you can't help me with breakfast." Not stopping, she opened the kitchen door. She pulled out a high countertop stool and patted it. Motioning that Kyohei's seat is there. He just followed her and sat on the chair while watching her take some ingredients for her breakfast menu.
"What are you making?" Kyohei begin.
"Miso soup and rice. Sausage, pancake, bacon and scrambled eggs. Do you have any request?" Sunako had her back turned on Kyohei. She didn't like to be watched, she felt uneasy.
"That sounds good. Uh, about yesterday. I'm sorry I ate your ice cream." Kyohei looked sorry.
"That is fine as long as you fill it back. And that's the last time you take away without my permission." Sunako tried to calm her inner anger.
"I promise. Hey, how come you're normal today? Is it because of your boyfriend calling you early in the morning?" Kyohei teasingly. Though he has hidden motives.
"Because I want to. And I will be normal for awhile. I've made a decision." Sunako said with no further explanation or defense about his comment of her having a boyfriend. Recalling her thoughts last night before she went to sleep. 'I've decided to move on. Like that pure blooded vampire, I can live in the light. I'll just have to try until I get back to where I was before. I can't hide myself in the shadows anymore. I have to face these creatures of light until I get used to their presence.' Sunako's unspoken thoughts.
'So she did have a boyfriend. FOR AWHILE? How long is for awhile? I should be happy about this. I'll need to put out a smile. That shouldn't be hard. Damn!' Kyohei frowned instead. "We'll finally get free rent! That's great! So who's the lucky guy?"
She looked over her shoulder to see his reaction. "Lucky? Really, I think you misunderstood." 'Baka! I wouldn't go out with anyone idiot. Well maybe after this deal, I should prepare myself to seeing someone that my aunt or mama or papa or grandma prepared for me.' She let out a sigh.
"You're right! Who's the miserable guy?" Kyohei with a big fake smile.
"Why do you insist on asking about it? Are you jealous?" Sunako smirked. 'He must be jealous. Faking a smile. Try it on someone else jerk. You can't deceive me. I know you better than anyone else. A lot better than-- Am I special to him?'
"No. Not at all. Who would want to be jealous over someone like you? I just thought it's funny." Kyohei looking away so that Sunako wouldn't notice. 'Kyohei you idiot! How can you say that and still fool yourself, pretending it doesn't hurt. Dammit! Just tell her. She may consider you different this time.' Kyohei shook his head trying not to listen to his conscience.
"Then it is none of your concern whomever I go out with. Or whomever I spoke over the phone this morning." She said bluntly, she never thought hearing those words coming from Kyohei hurt so much. 'Then if you don't care, don't ask more questions STUPID!'
"I'm sorry. I didn't mean to make fun of you. Truth be told, yes I am a little bit jealous, we worked on changing you for 1 year and a half and nothing happened. Now it took just one person and you decided to change. He must be very special. So what did you like in him?" Kyohei burrowing his face on the table hiding a sad look.
Sunako noticed his change of voice, like as if he was crying or something. So she decides to let him be at peace about the phone call. She poured water in a glass and bring it over to Kyohei. She thought whatever reason he's got he probably needs to clear his throat. "Here, see for yourself." She hand him her cell phone and a glass of water. "Drink up, you sound like you're chocking. I don't want to be the reason of your sudden death. But if you die anyway, can I keep your body as one of my collection?" Sunako with a cheerful look.
"Baka!" Kyohei hit her head slightly. "Do you really want my body that bad? And what am I going to see in your phone? There's no pictures here." Browsing her cell phone. 'Not even a text message. What does she keep this for?'
"Ah, look under recent calls made Sherlock. You may find it interesting." She came closer to him to see if he does what she said. And return to her work when Kyohei did what she said.
"The LANDLADY!? W-why did you call the landlady?" Kyohei shocked. 'Is it time to collect rent again? I don't have money. Gees, Sunako you're really trying to kick us out. How considerate of you!' Kyohei thinking of ways to pay rent.
"In time I'll tell you. Now, if you're done with the interrogation. Leave my phone on the table and you out of my kitchen, if you want breakfast." Kyohei quickly dialed someone from her cellphone. He let it ring 3 times and turned it off. He left her phone by the counter and went back up stairs.
Sunako noticed what he did and she let it go. 'He's probably just playing with my phone.' She thought for a moment and resume cooking for the boys. Humming and singing happy songs. She seemed happier. She thought 'that was easy. I'm glad I'm still alive. Why in the world am I only affected this much to his presence? Am I really scared of him? I can't let him get through me this time. It's time to fight back. I'm glad I didn't faint or got blinded.'
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Kyohei just realize it, until he got upstairs in his bedroom. 'She didn't faint on me. She is changing. I'm glad.' He looked through the pockets of his school jacket and took out his phone. 'So this is your number Sunako Nakahara. I'll keep it safe, don't worry.' He smiled and stored her number on speed dial. He don't want to share her number so he thought of a name that suits her and wouldn't be found out that she has a cellphone. NAME: GODDESS 'Now then who should I borrow money today? Takenaga probably has some extra.'
Saturday evening. Everyone was at the dining table at 7pm. The boys were fighting on whose brave enough to talk to Nakahara Sunako. Kyohei told them that the landlady will be coming over and Sunako's going to tell them something. They bombarded Kyohei with questions on why the landlady's coming and why is Sunako's going to be normal for awhile. And other questions. He was cornered and was beginning to get angry at them. He doesn't know any answers and how to answer them.
"Leave him be." Sunako walked in with food on trays.
"Sunako-chan what's going on?" Takenaga being the calmest of the other housemate aside from Sunako.
"Patience is a virtue. You'll know soon when aunty arrives." Sunako left for the kitchen again. And the boys were looking at each other.
Ding Dong. The doorbell ring. "Kyohei you go get it." Ranmaru being mad at Kyohei. 'If only he didn't steal ice cream from Sunako it wouldn't come to this.' He assumed the worse scenarios.
"Why should I? Yuki can you get it please?" Kyohei being afraid of the landlady might be at the door.
"Eh? Okay just calm down everyone and lets behave." Yuki suggested.
"Yos! Understood!" The three radiant beings prepared themselves.
At the door, Noi and Tamao stand. "Good evening." Tamao said and both girls bowed slightly. To Yuki's surprise it wasn't the landlady and let out a sigh of relief.
"Thank God, it's just you guys. Please come in." Yuki at the door.
"Thank you." Tamao and Noi walking inside the mansion.
"I didn't know you guys are coming. Takenaga and Ranmaru didn't say anything." Yuki entertained them with questions while leading the girls to the hallway towards the dining area.
"Well Sunako-chan said she has an announcement and request for me as a witness of something." Noi replied and wondering of what's so important.
"She called and asked for my presence too. She didn't tell me why but she said it was important." Tamao supplied.
"Ah! So that's it. It must have something to do with landlady coming." Yuki open the dining room door and motioned the girls to go in as being a gentleman. "Ladies first."
"Thank you." From both girls.
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Meanwhile the 3 boys were nervously sweating waiting at the table. Nobody touched their food yet. Sunako can feel the tension on the air and smiled amused of their reactions. 'This is going to be a fun night.' She thought. She placed the last tray on the table and walked around placing chops sticks. She was like a nurturing mother at them. 'This will be the last time I cook for you guys I hope you'll enjoy your last meal from me.' She thought almost crying. She shook her head of the idea. Then the dining room door opened. The girls came in.
"Hey guys look whose here." Yuki with a big grin.
"Tamao-chan, Noi-chan! I'm glad you can make it." Sunako welcomed the other girls and showed them to seat with them at the table. She saw the relief on the four boys faces. "Don't worry aunty wont need to ring the doorbell when she comes. This is one of her mansions remember?" More like an F.Y.I to the others.
"HO! HO! HO! HO!" The door flew open. Speaking of the devil. "Exactly Sunako-chan!" The landlady along with another female unknown to them. The boys rushed over standing in line like a soldier under inspection. "How's everything doing Sunako-chan?"
"Good evening Aunty. Everything is under control. Don't mind the boys, they're just nervous. Noi and Tamao are my witness. Did you bring one of my requests?" Sunako was direct to the point and very civilized.
"Yes. Yes. Now come here Kasumi." Looking at the girl behind the landlady. "Introduce yourself."
"Good evening, my name is Kasumi Shiro, I'm 20 years old. I'll be in your care." The new girl bowed down slightly. She's looked young for someone at her age. She's wearing to a simple skirt and a little ruffle to her blouse. Very ladylike and her looks isn't that bad. She's pretty but plain.
"Kasumi these are my housemates. Yuki, Ranmaru, Takenaga and Kyohei. These ladies over here are my closest friends. Noi and Tamao." Sunako pointed each one as she mentions their name. "Kasumi will be your new housekeeper and cook." Sunako supplied looking at the confused boys.
The landlady walked over to where the boys are and closing their mouths that was hanging open. "So let's discuss detail later. Be at ease everyone. Let us have dinner first and Kasumi, you're joining us at the table." The Landlady motioned for Kasumi to take a seat.
"Yes ma'am. Sunako oujo-sama, long time no see. It's my pleasure to be here at your service again." Kasumi smiled warmly at Sunako. Sunako smiled back warmest could ever be. The boys were shocked looking at Sunako and Kasumi who seemed to know each other. Sunako nodded. And Kasumi sat beside her.
"Yes yes, now I'm happy that you liked who I brought here. Come on everyone. I'm starving. This will be Sunako's last cooking. Savor it." The Landlady complained and eyeing Kyohei who is now looking disappointed.
Everyone ate dinner quietly they tried feeling the tension but there's none from Sunako. She seems more confident and nothings stopping her decisions. She finally smiled when everyone's eyes were on her. "Want more seconds?" She asked everyone. Kyohei was the only one nodded. She could tell they were nervous, and she was enjoying the solitude and her last cooked meal aside from her aunt and Kasumi.
"That was the very good Sunako-chan. I'm so happy you've taken French, Italian, Japanese, Mexican, Indian and Chinese cooking lesson. You really can make variety. The taste was excellent." The Landlady complimented her niece. It surprised everyone of Sunako's vast knowledge in cooking, aside from that Sunako was acting so much princess like almost Tamao the second.
"Thank you aunty and I am glad it is to your liking." Sunako mused.
"And now shall we discuss business? Kasumi, will you take it from here? Sunako, the boys and our guest have important matters to discuss." The landlady ordered their new house member.
"Wait Aunty I shall help Kasumi, I haven't officially declared my request nor agreed yet. Please wait for me at the living room." Sunako protested.
"Ah Sunako-chan, we'd like to help clean up too." Noi and Tamao standing to start helping.
"Ah! Ma'am please, I am able to do this, I can take care of everything. Oujo-sama you too." Kasumi protested and gave Sunako a piercing look.
"Understood. Let's go Noi, Tamao-chan." Sunako leading everyone to the living room. They all sat down on the couch, recliner and Kyohei on the floor near Sunako.
"Now then, what are your conditions?" Aunty was direct to the point she wanted Sunako's agreement right away.
"I have decided to change and become a lady as your wish and grandma I suppose?" Sunako took out a piece of paper. And hand it to the landlady. "Here are my conditions."
"Here is mine." The Landlady hand Sunako another piece of paper from her purse.
Here underneath written is set of condition absolute and must abide. If broken, all arrangements are cancelled or taken away for greater purpose.
SUNAKO'S CONDITIONS:
1. No one is allowed to disturb Sunako after 8pm.
2. No more cooking and house cleaning for the boys.
3. The boys are not to be allowed intervening anymore.
4. The boys get a free rent and a housekeeper.
5. No forced dating or forced marriages.
6. Residents are to resume getting their allowance.
7. A bigger room and her piano should be sent over.
8. Not to question a personal choice of clothing.
9. Aunty should keep in touch with family more often.
10. Aunty should learn to do household chores.
LANDLADY'S CONDITION:
1. Sunako is to be in a normal form and lady at all times.
2. Sunako is to join music, gymnastics and swimming club.
3. Sunako attends parties formally / elegantly.
4. Sunako goes Spa, Saloons and shopping once a week.
5. Sunako takes over Nakahara Industries at legal age of 18.
6. Sunako must store her collections away.
7. Sunako makes friends more than four people.
8. Sunako is not allowed to buy any morbid items.
9. Sunako must use her wealth.
10. Sunako should be happy and healthy as always.
After reading the documents. They look at each other with piercing eyes; battling aura was in the air. Then Sunako pass the papers around so others will know what was stated on the landlady's conditions not removing eye contact with her aunt. Then the landlady passes around Sunako's condition. After reading the boys were speechless. However, Noi and Tamao seemed to have questions.
"Anu… Sunako-chan? Why have you decided on this now?" Noi just asked curiously.
"I have no time left. She intends for me to take over the company or get married. Mind as well takes advantage of it." Sunako said it bluntly.
"We still don't understand. Please explain to us." Tamao simply added.
"She's the sole beneficiary to the Nakahara Industries. As soon she turns 18 she will have to be a lady and take over the company. Or else she is forced to marry someone that can take care of the company. That is in my mothers wish. Her grandmother and no one can oppose it." The landlady still having the battling aura and eyes pierced to Sunako's.
"I will take the company if and when I want to. This should not be under your condition." Sunako's battling aura becomes fiercer.
"I am only saving you from forced marriage. Become a lady and take over before mother forces you. Look what happened to me? Sunako-chan you have to understand. I'm tired taking things in my hands when I'm not the head of the next clan. You should be grateful I'm taking care of this matter for you. You must know I love you very much." Then she waved a white handkerchief as a form of surrender. "We can talk about this if you want."
"I love you too aunty and thank you. Up until now I thought I was weak. I was heartbroken and scared of responsibilities that I choose to runaway. Well that's why I have ended up here. I appreciate for not giving up on me. Well now I've decided to face my destiny. I'll take things from here on; I will take care of myself until I turn 18. You are still in charge until then." Sunako also surrendered. "But that aside I don't like abandoning my collection, this is what I am. I was still am lonely for a long time and they were my only company. They listen to me and they tell me what to do. Please let me have them in basement away from everyone's view." Sunako's beg.
"Huh!?" The boys just couldn't find any words to say. Kyohei on the other hand stood up and walked away. Everyone noticed but didn't bother. Sunako however felt she offended Kyohei or something.
"That then settled. I agree to your terms." The landlady smiled and hugged her niece.
"I will do my best to comply yours. It's a deal then. And make sure the boys get a free rent and their allowances from their parents are resumed." Sunako making sure her aunt took her proposal seriously.
"Yes. Congratulation boys you get your free rent and allowance. That's Sunako-chan's gift to you all. But in exchange you are not allowed to enter her room after 8pm or intervene in her pursuit to become a lady. But if should she ask for help in deciding, like what to wear. I assume you will help without hesitation." Landlady standing up readied herself to leave. "One more thing. Takenaga, you make sure Sunako will keep her grade up. Yuki, you help Sunako shopping clothes mix and match, and Ranmaru help her with public appearance I supposed. And tell Kyohei I expect him to watch over my lovely niece. That is until she is able to do all these things by herself I am entrusting her to you boys once again. This time I hope you'll help her as a friend. Is this ok with you Sunako-chan? No one will intervene but rather help you until you are ready on your own, ne?" Looking worried at her niece.
"Yes that is fine by me Aunty. I will be ready in no time and then everyone won't have to worry about me anymore. Beside I also have Noi and Tamao, they will help me fill in the rest and become a lady. Ne girls?" Sunako with puppy eyes.
"Of course!" Both girls were happy and almost jumping for joy.
"Sunako-chan, are you not blinded or scared with us anymore?" Yuki asked just out of curiosity.
"I am but I'm trying to change. If I don't think of the beauty issue, I don't feel that much different anymore." Sunako's little answer.
"I'm glad. This is going well. I'm happy Sunako-chan." Yuki crying wiping his tears. "But I also come to like the old you even when you are scary at least we can talk to you without restriction or you say intervening. It is really hard to let go of someone close to you and just assume everything will be fine. But it will be fine with us right? You'll still take care of us and cook for us sometimes? Sorry, I just feel that you are doing this to avoid us. Tell me it is not it right?" Yuki was more surprised that those words come from him.
"I'll always be here for you. I just have to put that restriction to maintain my sanity and solitude after all this. I promise, I'll move away the restriction once I'm ready." Sunako with a smile and hand Yuki a handkerchief.
"Thank God." Takenaga added. "Noi-chan I'll walk you home. It's late and I'm worried." Takenaga blushed.
"Ah… I'll be fine Takenaga-kun. Tamao will drop me off. Tamao-chan we should leave soon. Sunako-chan, call me ok? I'll go shopping with you tomorrow." Noi looking at her friend and smiled warmly.
"Yes. Well then Sunako-chan, thank you for the meal. We should do this again some other time. I think you are fine the way you are. Being a lady or not I'd like you to know I am your friend and don't hesitate to come to me when you need anything please." Tamao bowed to show respect. Sunako hugged her and she understood and returned the action.
After few minutes they said goodbye to their respective boyfriends and left the mansion. Sunako went to the kitchen and chatted with her old friend Kasumi. Apparently Kasumi's mom worked at the other mansion in Hokkaido where Sunako grew up. Kasumi is more like an older sister to Sunako more than a housekeeper. Kasumi's only 4 years older than Sunako. They grew up together, she's the one who got Sunako to sing and be interested in music. Sunako knows how to play the piano and Kasumi uses guitar and usually sings. Though Sunako has a very good voice she prefers not to sing, she thought it is bothersome to play the piano and sing at the same time. Then they both are competitive. So Sunako extends a challenge "A penalty game", if she can sing as well as Kasumi nowadays, she'll have to teach Sunako how to play the guitar. And Kasumi accepted the challenge; they agreed to have the boys be the judges. And they decided to wait until the piano arrives. Just in time Ranmaru came to the kitchen and heard them two talking about singing. Ranmaru is now curious of what else he doesn't know about Sunako. But Sunako didn't talk much and bid good night to Kasumi and Ranmaru.
Ranmaru still curious about their new housekeeper and pestered Kasumi with questions.
"Kasumi-san, tell me about yourself and what was Sunako like before? Or do you like the color pink?" Ranmaru initiated.
"No, I like deep red. Just like Sunako-chan, but I'm not morbid. Sunako isn't morbid either before that fateful day. If you know what I mean." Kasumi explained further. "She's like a little princess with two over protective parents and led her to believe in goodness of men. Just then she poured all her heart to one bastard that's not even worthy of her. When she confessed, she got rejected and laughed at. All her belief in herself and they way she looked at life just turned upside down and then she let the darkness took over her life, when she thought everything was a lie." Ranmaru was quiet. "Why don't you call the others so I can tell you all about Sunako? In exchange tell me her adventures here and pranks. I know she's done a lot. She probably tried to kill you. HAHAHA" Kasumi laughed.
"Ok. Hang on, I'll just call them." Ranmaru ran out of the kitchen. And Kasumi continued her chores. She was making a list on what to buy next time.
Kyohei was hesitant was sulking in his room. Pondering about the discussion with the landlady earlier that evening. Just then Ranmaru know on his room and told him that Kasumi is talking, and it was about Sunako. Kyohei was hesitant; he wanted to forget about her. But came down and listened anyway in order to understand more of the woman he loved most. The other boys soon followed since they all want to know more about her, what she was like before.
"Hi, I'm back and company is here. Since we will be living together in long while, why don't you fill us in on what was Sunako like? And if you can also tell us a little about yourself." Ranmaru wanting Kasumi to repeat what she said about Sunako from the earlier conversation.
"Ok, please help yourself and have a seat." Kasumi already made some cookies and placed it in front of the boys and motioned that they take a seat. She continued her story when everyone was seated.
"Sunako and I, we grew up together. She looked shy and timid when I first met her. Behind her façade is a very smart - top student in her class. Kind hearted though she never shows it, she understands people and sees what's inside their heart. That's the way she always was. She's never shown weakness in times of trouble and very strong willed. Her sense of justice is strong and would help anyone in need. She's also generous and humble also dignified. She's also a very good athlete. She's beautiful beyond compare. I guess many people envy her; everyone almost called her a Princess or a Monster. They can't find fault in her. But every hero has weakness right? She fell in love. But I always have faith in her that she'd overcome her weakness one day. And today was that start. Soon you'll see the real her. She's always anti-social, but that doesn't mean she don't like to hang out with you guys. She's having hard time letting people in, she's also scared of being rejected again. Give her time and you'll see the real her. I will help her through. And oh, she's a good singer. Do you guys want to hear her sing? Does she have someone special here? I do see two have girlfriends." Kasumi tried her best to describe Sunako, exact description or not the four boys were amazed how Sunako was before.
"Ah. I have a girlfriend too. That only leaves Kyohei who's very single. I don't think Sunako has someone special. We don't know how she feels. But Kyohei has feelings for her." Yuki said being too honest.
"I see. She seemed though she's in love again. It didn't show right? But Sunako never cooks unless it's for someone special to her." Kasumi wondered while looking straight at Kyohei. "I wonder what she liked in you." Looking at Kyohei.
"What do you mean she liked me?" Kyohei looked back.
"We'll I can see from you are very handsome aside from that I don't think she'd just like you, and cooks for you. Unless there are other good features in you that you only showed it to her. Sunako's not the type of person who goes after looks alone. Or she may have just cooked because she's the only one who can." She wondered looking at the boys hands. "Yep, she's the only one who can. But I'll help you Kyohei, if you want to know the real Sunako Nakahara." Kasumi winked.
Kasumi talked about herself then and the boys told her about Sunako's craziness. After a while the decided quits for the night and headed to their respective rooms. Kasumi's room was also on the first floor but to the furthest end from Sunako's bedroom. But before she went to her room and she knocked on Sunako's room. There was no answer so she entered the room slowly and looked at the sleeping Sunako. Kissed Sunako at the forehead and bid good night again. She left Sunako's room and headed for her room.
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Days pass by quick it was Monday morning. Sunako got up early for breakfast. And no one was awake yet so she made her own. While eating at the kitchen, Kasumi entered and made breakfast for the boys. They talked on what she usually makes for the boys so Kasumi can make them. The door bell rang at 7:00am and Kasumi went to get it, Sunako covered for her and did the cooking. Just as then Kyohei entered the kitchen. She found Sunako cooking and humming. He didn't want to disturb her so, he just watched her from the countertop.
"Do you have any request for breakfast?" Sunako noticed someone else's presence.
"Whatever you're making is fine by me. I thought you don't want to cook anymore?" Kyohei asked.
"We'll I like to cook. I just don't want to cook for everyone else." Her words were almost having a second meaning.
"Ok, then why are you cooking for me now?" Kyohei wanting to clear his suspicion.
"I didn't start this; I was just covering for Kasumi." Sunako didn't want to admit she likes to cook for Kyohei.
"I saw her with the delivery guy. I don't know what it was but brought in a big box." Kyohei just tracing her body with his eyes.
"A big box?" She looked over her shoulder. And saw him nod. Sunako let out a smile. "Can you take over this for a minute? I'll be back as soon as possible, please?" She faced him and untying the apron around her waist. Also handing him the spatula.
"Hey, wait I don't know how to cook. Teach me a little." Kyohei nervously putting the apron on.
"It will be ok. Relax." Sunako reached out and helped him put the apron on. There were moments that their hands met. She tied it down and pushed him closer to the stove. "Now, I lowered the heat so it wouldn't burn. All you have to do is flip the meat once it's dark brown on that side. Got it?" Sunako's behind Kyohei and demonstrated the move while her hand over his. Kyohei sweating and he froze.
"I think so. But please don't go too long." He was nervous and also wanting Sunako to come back and touch him again. 'Don't let go. Stay with me Sunako. I like it when you touch me, it feels good. Oh, how I wished we can stay forever like this.'
"Don't be scared. Maybe I should just teach you how to cook. Kasumi's probably assembling my piano right now. I'll fix it later. You looked more like a helpless child." Sunako smirked.
"Don't blame me. Cooking is a woman's job. It's natural I wouldn't know much." Kyohei reasoned.
"Is it really cooking you're scared of or me being close to you?" Sunako noticed Kyohei's shaking of her touch.
"Why would I be scared of you? You promised to become normal. You can't kill me now." Kyohei's defense.
"If you say so. Please stop shaking then and let us continue cooking." Sunako teased him more. She came closer almost touching his back.
Kyohei took a big gulp and shook his head. Sunako then noticed and she giggled at him being nervous around her. "Hey, how come you don't faint or nosebleed anymore? Am not blinding you?" Kyohei tried to change subject.
"Well I really don't know. Just like you said before if I'm proud of who I am, I shouldn't worry about what others think of me. Besides looks doesn't matter to me anymore. I have bigger problems to face from now on. Reverting back to oneself is not easy, but my body will remember of how I was before. I should be able to surpass my fears. Don't you think?" Sunako with more in depth meaning.
"Oh yeah. Then if you are changed, why would you not allow us to come visit you after 8pm? Are you hiding something?" Kyohei asked.
"Because you'll usually steal from my stash at those times. I think I know you very much by now. Other than that I need personal space and solitude to keep me sane." Sunako moved away from Kyohei and took some plates from the cupboard.
Kyohei let out a sigh. "Is this done?" he asked poking the burger meat by a spatula. 'Dreams come to an end.'
"Yep. Now, take that apron off and give me the spatula. Please turn off the stove." Sunako made some toast too. She's by the toaster looking at him.
"Ara… I got busy setting up the piano Sunako-chan. Thank you for taking over. It looks well done." Kasumi entered the kitchen, though she was listening for awhile from door.
"I didn't cook, I taught Kyohei how. So it's his accomplishment." Sunako eyeing her friend. "What song are you going to sing? I hope you're not ditching me, because I've wanted to know how to play the guitar." Sunako challenged.
"You seemed to be yourself around him." Kasumi talking to her about Kyohei. "I'm not a chicken but if I do win, you'll date Kyohei. Normally and you'll learn how to deal with men." Kasumi with an evil smile. Kyohei however is confused and his jaws dropped open when he heard the word DATE.
"That wasn't part of our agreement last night. You are EVIL. Anyway you got a deal. Date him, doesn't mean regularly right? I'm just making sure." Sunako was being challenge.
"Just once, and one kiss too." Kasumi walking away carrying tray's of food for the other three guys at the dining room.
"I'm sorry to break this to you dear nee-san but we already kissed before. Well there were no feelings to it." Sunako said when Kasumi entered the room and showed her cutest smile.
"It's Impossible to kiss someone without a feeling of liking. Especially if that someone cared, it shouldn't take long to decide to kiss. Right?" Kasumi eyes twinkled.
"That's true. I never thought of it." Sunako shocked and looked at Kyohei who's eating Sunako's food. "Hey, you like it?" She looked at Kyohei.
"Huh? I don't know what you're talking about. Anyway I got to hurry. Where's my bento? See you at school. Bye!" Kyohei blushing ran out of the kitchen.
"That was odd. I just want him to realize he ate my food again. Why does he always pester me?" Sunako's talking to herself.
"Maybe he likes you." Kasumi continued her chore and have everything prepared for the other three boys. "Here are the bentos."
"Yeah right. Thanks." Sunako said before drinking milk.
"Anyway you should get ready and bring your friends over after school. The Karaoke machine was brought here also. I'll assemble everything. So prepare yourself Oujo-sama." Kasumi winked at her raven hair friend.
On their way to school everyone was looking at Sunako like she was a celebrity but instead of her getting angry from the attention. She seemed to ignore it and was focused on the road ahead. Everyone thought she's a transfer student.
That of course ticked Kyohei, he's jealous. Ranmaru has an evil smirk and glint in the eye when he saw Kyohei's reaction. At the school entrance Sunako waited for Noi to catch up. Gossips everywhere and it's getting Kyohei's nerves. He waited for Sunako and Noi for some reason. Sunako and Noi soon joined the boys.
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Normal P.O.V:
She looked gorgeous, though seemed unaware of her own beauty. She's wearing her usual school uniform but when did it get so beautiful? Perfectly fit her body that shows every curve and her movements seemed to make the uniform dance elegantly. Is it because Noi-chan is there beside her? Noi-chan is very beautiful, but seeing the two together. They looked liked God-send angels. Sunako, had her bangs grew longer this time and parted slightly to show her face. Almost like her mother. She didn't put on a beanie that day, Made her silky midnight black hair very noticeable. No make up needed, her skin is clear, smooth and pale white it contrast her pink lips, also made her nose looked prominent and her eyes was deep violet grey which held lot of emotions more than what she allowed herself to show. There was anger, hatred, embarrassment, pain, also hinted humility, gentleness, kindness, innocence and intelligence. She was a beauty to behold. And she doesn't seem to care anymore of what people may think of her.
Sunako's P.O.V:
'Damn bastards! Haven't they seen me before? I hate this attention all of a sudden. But cheer up Sunako! They will hate you and envy you if you make it show. You will be attacked if the radiant beings don't stand beside you. Just relax and try not to think about the beauty differences, try to mingle (camouflage). Heck! You know a lot of martial arts; you can defend yourself with no problem. It's time to show the real you. No more playing around. You will be turning 18 soon.' She let out a sigh.
Everyone went straight to their respective classrooms. After classes the gang met at the rooftop to eat lunch together. Kyohei's definitely acting very possessive of Sunako. He sat beside her and after eating shocked everyone including Sunako, he conveniently lay down and his head on Sunako's lap. To everyone surprise she let him lay there and let him play with her hair. Nobody bothered to ask because if they do Sunako may deny Kyohei advances. This also proves that Sunako having no previous experience of relationship is not sure how to act, and she's unsure of what is proper or not for a lady. But she thought having him lying down on her lap proves that he wants to be closer to her and she lets him. The gang all knew Kyohei's feelings for Sunako and he is serious about her. Kyohei having only one girlfriend before also don't know how to court someone he likes very much. Their friends thought that Sunako and Kyohei are made for each other. Kyohei deserves to have her and Sunako deserves to have Kyohei. But also thought they are too sweet to each other and probably hiding being a real couple.
"Noi would you like to do something later with me?" Sunako looked at her brunette friend.
"Sure, what do you want to do?" Noi is too excited to have fun with Sunako.
"How about Karaoke? At the mansion." Sunako with an evil grin.
"You have a karaoke machine Sunako-chan?" Noi asked curiously.
"Yep, it was a gift a long time ago. I had it at Hokkaido, was just recently brought here along with the other instruments." Sunako smiled big.
"Sure. Let's invite Tamao-chan too. It should be fun. I'm looking forward to it." Noi proclaimed.
"Ah, the contest eh? I'd root for Kasumi." Ranmaru with evil smile butted in.
"What contest Sunako-chan?" Noi frowned.
"Don't worry about it Noi. It was a bet with Kasumi. We pick one song each to sing. If I win she'll teach me how to play the guitar. And if she wins I'd have to date and kiss Kyohei." Sunako being too honest. "But I need you there as a judge without bias and to have fun afterwards. If that's okay with you?" Sunako with puppy eyes. Looked apologetic for not telling the truth.
"I see. Sure. It sounds like fun. Sunako-chan how about a bet with me." Noi with an evil smirked.
"Nah. Maybe next time, I'd like to win this first. I have to play the electronic organ or piano and sing at the same time. You see why I hate her rules. We've always compete like this. And she's very good and excellent guitar player." Sunako looking worried.
"Wow. That I can't do. I can play guitar too but not as good." Noi said.
"Yos! next time I'll bet with you. But I have not practiced in a long time that's why you can see I'm desperately trying to beat her." Sunako admitted.
"What are you going to sing?" Kyohei asked still playing with Sunako's hair.
"Unwritten. I've heard it through commercials. I've also researched the notes and keys for playing it. I think I'll use the electronic organ. There's a drum on the background." Sunako wondered.
"I think we should call Tamao now if you want to invite her." Kyohei suggested. "Here, Ranmaru I don't know her number."
Tossing Ranmaru his cell phone and he begin dialing numbers. Ranmaru was on the phone for a while nobody was listening to their conversation.
"So? Why are you playing with my hair and have the guts to lie on my lap?" Sunako with one eyebrow raised at Kyohei. With those words Noi, Takenaga and Yuki got their attention.
"Eh, I can't go in your room. And also time to take advantage of the situation since you're not scared or fainted or nosebleed on me. This is payback with all my blood soaked clothes." Kyohei sticking his tongue out at her.
"For your information, I washed all your blood soaked clothes. Payback should be my line." Sunako grabbed Kyohei's hair and pulled roughly. Then gently stroking his hair and parted on the side and looked amused. Noi, Takenaga and Yuki blushed at they saw.
"She's coming. She asked if you guys need something that she can bring." Ranmaru asked looking everyone.
"Sake!" Noi said. "Come on, I never really drink. But I'd like to taste it." Noi blushed deeper.
That ends Ranmaru's conversation with Tamao. He looked at Kyohei whose busy playing with Sunako's hair and Sunako pulling Kyohei's, he decided to take a picture of them using Kyohei camera phone. He then browsed to if he can find a girls number on Kyohei's phonebook and struck at the name that appears on one number aside from the guys. He called the number it keeps ringing, nobody's picking up. Finally it went to a voicemail: "Please leave a message after the beep."
"Ah hello there, Kitten. May I know who this so called Goddess? Call me back at this number. I'm a friend of Kyohei Takano. I'd be happy to be friends with you. BYE." Ranmaru left a voicemail. Kyohei jumped at Ranmaru and grabbed hi cell phone. He looked angry.
"What are you doing idiot!? Who told you to call that number!?" Kyohei is very furious. And Sunako looked pleased at his reaction, maybe she's likes seeing Kyohei angry at someone else. Or was it she knows who Ranmaru called.
"I just got carried away. You named her Goddess. Well she must be good looking and very sexy. You don't like women anyway, GODDESS must be special. Ne, who is she Kyohei?" Ranmaru perverted thoughts emerged. Kyohei is still mad at him gave him a death glare.
"None of your business!" Kyohei face is in deep red face from anger and embarrassment.
"Aw, Sunako-chan… Kyohei's hiding someone from you. Aren't you jealous?" Ranmaru said and his evil smile.
"Why would I be jealous? I have a pretty good idea who Goddess is." Sunako was calm and collected stared at Ranmaru and Kyohei.
"You knew about her and you won't do anything? Aren't you two dating?" Noi asked assuming the two have hidden relationship.
"I'm not his girlfriend and He is not my boyfriend. I will not engage myself in unnecessary things." Sunako stood up and readied herself for the afternoon class. As if cued, the school bell rang.
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Author: So let me know what you think? Should I have split is in chapters? I'm new so. I don't know anything about writing stories at all. This story was written a long time ago when I first watch wallflower anime.