Chapter 2: How it all began

Soon it was time for Niko to leave, so she shyly walked towards her employer, ready to ask her something about next day and greeting her politely before going home. The woman stared at the petite as her ponytails waved in the air as she stepped closer to her. Which she thought was the cutest thing ever.

ㅡGood job, you can go home now, rest well

She said while smiling to the red eyed girl, she nodded and bowed before replying, which the woman thought was a little too formal for her age, as she wasn't as all the maids she wanted Niko to feel comfortable and not just act so awkwardly. But the younger didn't dared to behave in a disrespectful manner.

ㅡThanks.. but may I ask you.. do I have to wear the maid costume at school too? How is it supposed to be?

In response she heard a soft laugh coming from the doctor in front of her, which made her feel more curious about it. The redhead woman stepped closer to her rising her hand, then she placed it on top of the girl's head, kindly patting it like if she were a puppy.

ㅡNo dear, just mind taking care of her, if she's harsh with you, just shout back at her. She needs to learn.

ㅡA-Alright Mrs Nishikino! I might be leaving now, thanks for all, good night

She said somewhat nervous, the woman told her to not worry about not talking so formal and just relax, but she just couldn't if she was dressing that costume. It was as if it gave her a different feeling which made her will to be a good maid. She slowly took it off and left it at the maid's room before walking her way back home. Not knowing that the youngest Nishikino was peering at her while hiding behind a wall.

'What I'm doing?' Maki questioned herself while willing to leave her place, but her body was stuck in there, keeping her eye over Niko. After she left she finally could walk towards her own room, trying to fall asleep so she would forget about it. Unlucky it didn't turned out as she expected.

The next day, the redhead fell asleep during her first class as she was too tired, she got scolded by the teacher when the class finalized. Yazawa was then at the door gate and decided to enter to her classroom.

ㅡExcuse me, Nishikino-san is sick and her head ached this morning, if you keep shouting at her she'll feel worst. May I take Nishikino-san with me?

She encouraged her teacher, who gave a glare at the two not knowing the relationship between them, but agreed to leave them alone. Maki felt thankful that Niko saved her, but it was too awkward to say it so she decided to act cold as usual. Niko smiled as usual as she got closer to her.

ㅡWhat do you think you're doing? stop there, you can't get any closer to me. Don't dare act as if we are close, and you didn't had to do that. I was doing well by myself you know?

ㅡHey little kiddo, listen to me well, you CAN'T scold me because I'm your sempai, learn to respect your seniors. And if you already forgot, it's my job to get close to you!

The older let out all the angry she was holding since last night, she couldn't understand why she changed so much in such a short period of time. Just being around others seemed to be her problem. But the pianist wasn't going to let the maid talk to her like that. She stood straight to display her highness and glanced at the one below her with a serious face as usual.

ㅡDon't dare.. talk to me again like that, I'm ojou-sama to you, if you ever shout to me again you'll be fired right away. Just obey and you'll make things easier for both.

ㅡSorry miss ojou-sama, Mrs Nishikino told me to scold you and make you respect

me if it was needed, she's my employer, you're not the one paying, so get used to it if you don't want to keep arguing with me.

The maid replied still mad, saying the first words with an annoying voice tone to make the fellow feel mad. But instead of what she expected, Maki looked around making sure no one else more was there, so she moved closer to Niko and placed her arms around her waist giving her a tight hug without even saying a word. Now the red eyed girl thought she was crazy. But after getting over her fright she returned the gesture, softly patting her back. The younger placed her head on the other's shoulder and sighed, making the maid wonder what was happening to her.

ㅡNiko-chan.. I.. you know, I never have had someone that cared about me to the

point of scolding me to make me understand besides my parents.. I just kept wondering this all night.. how come I'm so lucky to have someone like you?.. my mother already hired many girls before, but they only cared about money. . you care about your dreams and.. about me.. That's really melting the ice on my chest you know?

She shyly admitted, hiding her blushing face on the maid's neck. The older smiled and tightened the embrace, thinking that it was also the first time she cared so much about someone not being part of her family, which made her think that she was special to her.

ㅡI..promise to take good care of you, not just as a maid, I really want to be friends with you. I know now that behind those harsh words there's a soft hearted girl that just needs some love. I'll give you all the care and love you need. You won't be alone anymore.

The red eyed girl said, speaking from the core of her. Maki sure had won a place on her heart. While hearing those words, the younger felt something going on her body, as if she was hungry or so she thought, but it was different, she felt nervous and happy at the same time.

By now, Niko knew that whenever she'll be taking care of her club's tasks as looking for new club members or doing research about idols, Maki would spend the time playing the piano at the music classroom, little did she knew that something would change her prospective that day. As they walked together through the path to Nishikino's house, Maki got closer to her sempai and grabbed her arm, making her stop in her tracks.

ㅡNiko-chan.. today some weirdo talked to me about being an idol as I finished playing piano.. Don't you think it's odd?

ㅡWhat? someone is going to make a school idol group? I think I saw some advice about it, seems like they're looking for a name for their group.. I would be glad if you join

ㅡAre you sure? What if it doesn't works? and I don't want to take your dream.. I won't do it! unless you do it with me.. let's ask if you can join too!

ㅡyou know I already had a group in the past.. I don't believe this will last any longer. Do you really believe it will actually help to stop the school close down? I don't think so.. I'll just continue chasing my dream by myself, I will enter the academy next summer. Don't worry okay? If you want to you can join them, I won't stop you..

ㅡMm.. I think it would be interesting, but I don't want to deal with other annoying girls besides my classmates.

ㅡWho knows? maybe it's a chance for you to make more friends, it's good for you

ㅡI don't need friends.. just having you I'm happy..

The redhead replied, having her cheeks turning as red as her hair. They continued walking while they talked about it, not noticing that Maki's hand never let go Niko's arm. Somehow they became friends in a short period of time. And Niko thought she was lucky to be the only one to whom the pianist opened to. She was actually happy of knowing she rely in her. But yet again, as they arrived Nishikino scolded her and told her to go straight to wear her uniform before daring to talk to her again. Therefore she closed herself up in her room. There was nothing left to do besides obeying ojou-sama as she was able to order her at home as much as she wanted. But knowing more about her young master she was pleased to work for her. As long as she could remain being close to her. There was a strong connection between those two.