I love my boots. My boots and me. Helps me swing from tree to tree. I feel so happy with them on my feet. I love my boots. Yeah my boots and meeeeeeee! (Having my moment) Now here is chapter five. Now I know everyone is dying to know more about Sharleen. Tough girl. Is it an act? Or is she fooling everyone? Just wait and see.

This chapter will have all your answers... Well most of your answers... Enjory

Chapter Two: Hear Me Part 1

Normal POV:

"I can't believe you guys almost missed the new student assembly." Arriving at school, meeting Julie and Billy at the entrance gate.

"Julie we only miss orientation." Alice said plainly Shut up.

"Alice you just don't get it! I wanted us all to arrive early. Mira you get it." Shut up Julie! Runo said annoyed getting a headache from not eating breakfast yet.

"It doesn't matter Julie..." Mira and Ace arrived a few minutes after Dan and the others came into school.

"It does matter Mira! It's a time when..."

"SHUT UP! Nagging about how Alice and I were late is annoying! I heard it from Dan and I don't want to hear it from you!" Runo snapped at Julie.

"Wah! You don't have to yell." Julie started to get misty eyed.

"Sorry" Runo apologized to the young platinum hair Julie Makimoto. Mira started to laugh. "Runo is just upset that Danwas talking to another girl." I blushed a light pink color.

"I AM NOT JEALOUS!"

"I never said you was." I slump down to the floor, damn you Mira caught me off guard. Why am I getting upset? Seeing my dilemma Mira patted me on the back.

Alice smiled at her friend, "no need to worry. You and Dan have been together since you were twelve." Alice added a very insightful point.

"Alice is right! I don't get jealous when Billy talks to some random girl." Mira gave Julie a strange look. "Yes you do. Last week he was talking to a girl. You completely snapped at him. Then you was so embarrassed when you found out it was his cousin he hasn't seen since he was seven."

Julie blushed but was quick to add, "well... that just shows how much I care for him. Jealousy just shows that the partner is still very interested in the opposite sex; that so happens to be dating."

I laughed at what Julie said. "Sure it does Jules… but Dan is so dense. He..." I got quiet noticing Dan approaching us.

"RUNO, MIRA, ALICE, JULIE! Class is starting let's go!" Dan shouted from across the hall. "See what I mean... Completely dense..."

Julie shrugged her shoulders,"not really, Julie knows that Runo was meant for Dan." I smiled at my friend. I looked to see Mira and Alice giving an approving nod. They both had the same expression and I knew that I had nothing to worry about.

POV Dan:

First period and I have the worst class to start the day. Math. Well at least my friends are here. Besides Fabia and Ace, they have Physics together. Listening to the teacher teach I notice the seat next to the window to me was empty. Theirs was a knock on the classroom door. A student walked in with long black hair and sapphire blue eyes. It's the chick from earlier! "May I help you young lady?" The teacher said.

"I believe I'm in this class."

"Umm… let's see… the only student I have that is missing… oh you must be Sharleen Von Del?"

"That is correct." An uproar of whispers started once her name was announced. What's wrong with everyone? I question myself."Settle down students! Please! Thank you, miss Von Del… your seat is next to Mr. Kuso… Daniel please stand." Her eyes had a shock expression once she saw me stood up. I couldn't help but smirk. "Thank you, you can may take you seat now."

"Thank you Sir." walking towards me. Taking her seat, the teacher continued his lesson introductory, while other students amended to each other. With the window on open next to me, the wind blew and i caught a strange scent coming from her direction. It smells like... blood?

I looked at Sharleen wondering if its really coming from her, "take a picture it would last longer."

"Heh I would… but I'm afraid if I do… that face of yours will break the camera."

"You have a smart mouth Dan."

"It's a gift."

"That gift… could get you kill."

"Does it look like i need protection?" I gave her a smug look, knowing that was the same quote she gave me. She turned her head to me. I can see her eyes more clearly. They're no longer have a blueish red color. Strange...?

"If you're wondering about my eyes… they change colors at times. The original color is blue so don't confuse yourself. Sometimes they turn hazel blueish brown."

"How did you know I was looking at your eyes?"

"I can tell. Most people ask about my eyes when first seeing it." Turning her head back to the front. "I can also tell that your girlfriend is mad." I saw Runo giving me a devilish glare. Now I'm in trouble.

"How can you tell she is my girlfriend? I could be single you know? She could be some fan girl stalker of mines."

"I doubt you have fan girls"

"Why? I'm handsome."

"I only have eyes for one person…"

"Who?" I asked she gave me a blank stare. As she closed her eyes her breathing was evening out. Calmed down she reopened them. "It's nothing… really."

POV Alice:

The headaches wont go away, i keep hearing voices. Im getting kind of worried that i might be going crazy. The headaches have been going on for at least a week now. Its not normal to be hearing other voices in your head except for your inner thoughts. Its a red flag that your going insane and im not some crazy person. I asked Shun and it and he is just as worried as me. I would have told the others but they would just be waery of me and Runo being the type of person she is would try to help in anyway possible. The most recent voice im hearing is from that new girl that just walked in, she sounds sad and alone. Sounds like she is crying inside, but seeing her sad expression in person without hearing it is heart wrenching. I knew something was wrong with her. But most important i have to worry about me... Whats going on?... How can i hear these voices... They recently came as soon as the headache started...? I feel strange. I keep hearing voices in my head. I might explode. What's happening to me I keep asking myself.

'Kohaku...' Looking at the girl again, she may have an emotionless face but her heart is crying for help. Sitting in her seat next to the window. If yoy listen closely you can hear little sobs coming from her. Outside and within her heart. I can see her crying physically and mentally. In her mind the sobs are becoming louder with each word. Kohaku? I wonder who he is...

POV Runo:

Three periods have already past, now it's lunch time and i cant wait to take a break from all this school work. Arriving at the school cafeteria with my homemade lunch, immediately spoting Shun and Alice at one of the many tables, i walked over to the. As I walk closer I notice Alice had her head down, I hope shes okay. "Alice? Are you okay?" I asked.

"Ugh... For the past week ive been having these headaches... It just wont go away..." Alice mumbled loudly.

"How come you didnt tell me sooner, I have a home remeby that cures headaches really fast."I stated rather proudly. "Why dont you go to the nurses office? She can perscribe you with some medicine."

"I already told her Runo, she refuses to go" you can tell Shun is concerned for Alice. These two have been going out months after me and Dan made it official as a couple. It was so obvious that Shun was very interested in Alice... Well thats a lie, you can barely tell but their body reaction... Okay so im not a rocket science when it comes to telling other peoples feelings. Hell i didnt even know i was in love with Dan for a long time, dont judge me.

I bent down closer to Alice level. "You want to go home Alice?"

"No… I'm fine… it will go away."

"You sure?" Shun asked, i may not can tell if they was crushing on each other. But i can admit that he is very protective of Alice.

She gave a slight nod "i'm fine Shun, it will go away..." Letting it go, Shun walked over to the vending machine to give Alice a cold bottle of water.

Standing back up I sat on the opposite side of the table. Eating my lunch I saw that most of the students gossiping. I wonder what's going on. "RUNO!" I know that voice anywhere. Julie was running to the table with Fabia and Billy following behind her.

"What's wrong with Alice?" Fabia asked. Fabia hasnt change much. She still trains with Shun in martial arts and she stays in contact with her sister thanks to Marucho handy multi-Dimentional Phone. Thats a later topic on how we came to a different dimention. "She has a headache." Shun responded.

"Yeah… so don't make too much noise." I said looking at Julie.

"Why you looking at me?"

"Because you're the loudest." Mira coming into view along with Dan and Ace.

"That's not true! Where did you come from Mira?"

"I saw you guys talking while getting me a tray of food." Mira respond.

"Oh." Was all Julie said?

"Aw. Don't worry babe." Billy comforting Julie. Billy and Julie hook up before me and Dan started dating. I guess if it wasnt for Julie always fliting with Dan i never would have confronted my own feelings towards him.

Fifteen minutes pass by. Shun and I have been trying to persuade Alice into going to the nurses office. So far no luck. Mostly all the gang was in the cafeteria now. Except for Dan who is now using the bathroom. Talking about our first day in school we heard other student's whispers getting even louder.

"Hey. Look over there." We all turn to where Shun was pointing. Sharleen walked into the cafeteria holding her lunch tray. As she walked, students whisper to the person next to one another. She was walking to an empty table. Before she could get there, she was tripped by a female student. "Sorry my bad." She said and the people at her table laughed along with her. How rude! If i could remember her name is Alison. The whole cafeteria was now in laughter.

"How pathetic! They are picking on her." Mira said with disgust. I have to agree with her. Why is everyone messing with her? I just don't get it. "What's the matter? I thought all vampires were tough!" Next thing anyone knew Alison started to kick... Sharleen i believe her name was... on the ground.

Getting pissed off. My legs started to move to them but then i was suddenly grabbed on my shoulders by Dan. Pulling me back to the table, doing this the other students at Alison table joined in. Dan grip on my shoulder tighten. "If your upset like i am, then let me go. Dan we cant just let that happen to her!" My voice getting loud. I guess not loud enough to cause any attention to us. "She can take care of herself. Trust me on this Runo..." I havent seen Dan this serious in a long time. Now is not the time to be getting rned on!

"Alright. But the moment she ask for help im going..." Sharleen lifted her head up slightly from off the ground. I couldn't get a good look at her face. I just saw her eyes. Are they glowing red?

POV Alice:

Hearing this I stood up and looked at Sharleen. Her face is terrifying. An evil grin is plastered on her face. Eyes mixed with different emotions. Sad, hurt, but most of all anger and rage. She's out for blood. Looks like she's holding back. Inside I felt my heart rate increase. I have to do something."No! STOP!"Without a second though I ran to the crowd. Ignoring my friends calls, I continued moving forward. Just in time, Sharleen was about to attack until I stood in front her. "Sharleen please dont! They arent worth you being executed for killing them!" Sharleen didnt expect my resonse. 'How did she know what i was thinking!?' I heard Sharleen asked herself. Standing my ground, I didn't budge. "If you don't move freshmen im going to-" Alison raised her hand at me. Before she can struck me Shun grabbed her wrist, "you'll what?" Alison eyes grew wide.

"Let me go! Dont you dare man handle me you bastard!"

"Ill stop whoever is trying to do harm to my girlfriend. Your no different in my eyes i dont discriminate in gender. You touch her and you'll deal with me." Look of shock is plastered on her face. Some of the other female students are gushing over Shuns heroic actions.

Runo stepped up and stood in Shun way. "I dont want my friend going to jail for some rude little bitch like you. Your not touching my friend Alison." Runo pronounced.

"Back up out of my face..." her voice having a menacing tone. "Ill strike your friend down if she gets in my way. Do you want some too?"

"I would say yes… but your breath was punishment enough." Runo waving her hand as if blowing away a bad smell. Everyone started to laugh at Runo comment. Alison left with her out of the cafeteria out of embarrassment.

"Need a hand?" I extended my hand to Sharleen who was still on the ground. She grab my hand tightly, using our strength. Mines to lift her up, and her's pushing up off the floor. "You okay?" I asked, Sharleen never answered. She released my hand and ran out. Julie watched her ran off with confusion,"what's her problem? All you did was helped her out. She didnt even thank you." walking beside Runo.

"Who knows…? Alice what-" cutting off Runo.

"I'll meet you guys later." Walking towards the direction Sharleen went. I tried to follow behind her quick. I need answers and i know for a fact that somthing is wrong with her personally. No mere headache can state that obvious observation to me.

Oh no! Poor Sharleen. Here is a preview of next chapter.

Chapter Three: Hear Me Part Two

"Why are you always around me? Leave me alone." "I can't Sharleen… pretending that you're not in pain… I can't let mysel-" "What makes you think I'm in pain?" "Because… because I can read your mind. I don't know how. Or why I can. But it's true."

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