A/N: I'm back, I think this is the fastest that I've updated a story. Anyway thanks to everyone who had reviewed.

Small Warning: There might be spoilers concerning Vampire Knight in the future.


Disclaimer: I don't Inuyasha or Vampire Knight

Wolf Moon

By Cerise Lupin

Chapter 2: The girl with wolf's eyes

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This was definitely not the greeting that she had been expecting. It made her wonder if she was special or if every stranger who walked through those gates had the pleasure of meeting this friendly silver haired stranger wielding a gun. Oh yes, this was definitely an inviting school. The press of cold metal against her forehead, snapped her out of her thoughts as she focused her attention on the boy standing in front of her. Her oceanic blue eyes met his violet ones unflinchingly, not a hint of fear in those azure depths. There was a brief flicker of confusion, before he openly narrowed his eyes at her. "Who are you and what are you doing here?" His voice was gruff, distant and definitely hostile and she couldn't help but wonder what would warrant such a reaction. The distrust in those eyes was as clear to her as day, he saw her as a threat and she honestly didn't know why.

"I'm a new student, Kagome Higurashi," she answered calmly, even when in reality she was getting slightly annoyed with the way he was staring at her. Azure blue eyes darkened slightly and she tightened her hands at her side. The movement caught his attention and she watched as those deep violet eyes of his strayed to her hands before moving back to her face. "New students do not arrive this late at night." His tone brooked no room for argument and she was certain that he thought she was lying, making her internally growl. What was his problem? She took a deep breath, hoping to keep her rising temper under control. "I'm certain if you asked Mr. Cross, he would be able to tell you who I am." Her tone did not waver, but there was definitely this certain edge to it that only those highly aware of something as small as that would be able to pick it up. It seemed though that this boy picked up on it for the next moment she felt the gun press even harder against her forehead and watched as his finger tightened on the trigger.

It was Kagome's turn to narrow her eyes, if things continued like this she would have to do something. Already she could feel the beginnings of her power gathering in her hands, the scent of thunder and rain increasing with it. She knew that this boy wasn't exactly human, but he wasn't youkai either. It was peculiar to be honest. His energy was different than what she was used to, there was that hint of darkness that the life force of a youkai possessed, but while the energy of a youkai often felt warm to her senses, this one felt like the touch of winter, causing tiny prickles to race along her skin. The feeling wasn't exactly bothersome, just different than what she was used to. Still whatever this boy was, she would be forced to take him down if he did not lower that gun any time soon. The only thing that bothered her was that she did not know what for effects her powers would have on him. Death was not an option, there was no way that she could kill a student, it could only mean trouble for her...and yet she would defend herself if she needed to. Her hands tightened further at her side, the small sparks of purifying energy racing through her closed fists.

"Zero, stop that!" A young feminine voice cut through her thoughts and her head snapped up in the direction of the newcomer. She barely noticed the boy putting away the weapon and instead gazed at the girl running toward them. A quick glance at the boy showed her that he was more affected by the girl than he would have liked. His tense stance reminded her of annoyance, probably at being interrupted, but the look in his eyes as he gazed at the girl who by than was standing in front of them trying to catch her breath, only reflected warmth. Definitely a bond there. Her lips quirked in a small smile as she watched the petite girl send the older boy a glare while she was hunched over trying to catch her breath. The glare of course was promptly returned by this Zero boy, but there was no malice in the look, more like the aggravation of being reprimanded by a girl that didn't even reach his shoulders, which of course was rather humorous.

At the first sound of the girl's voice, her eyes were moving once again toward her. Observant oceanic clashing with innocent auburn brown ones. "I apologize for Zero's rude behavior." Another glare was directed at the boy to emphasize her point. "He's just antisocial." Kagome had to laugh when the boy started arguing with the girl and for a moment she was reminded of her and Inuyasha. Their interaction and behavior was quite similar, making her eyes soften. "It's fine, I presume he's only doing his job," she commented with a small smile on her face, one which seemed to make the girl's cheeks heat up only the slightest bit as she scratched her nose in an embarrassed fashion that was rather cute in the dark haired woman's opinion.

"Well, it's true, but still he shouldn't have pointed a gun at you," the brown eyed girl paused wringing her hands together. "Are you okay, did he scare you?" The tone coloring her voice suggested honest concern and Kagome couldn't help but feel touched. In this day and age there were only few that would really worry about a total stranger. "No, I'm fine." She was cut off by a snort from Zero, which she countered with a glare of her own this time. She had a feeling that this boy was going to get on her nerves in more ways than one. "Zero, stop that!" the girl quickly snapped and thus another argument started, making Kagome wonder if she was ever going to meet the headmaster tonight. The sound of flesh hitting flesh, caught her attention and she watched in amusement as Zero rubbed the back of his head, glaring at the petite female who still had her hand raised, before they once again started arguing. Were they ever going to stop?

"Excuse me," she tried, but was promptly ignored making her sigh. Just when she thought that she was going to hit both of them on the head, a more calm, sensual and definitely male voice interrupted. "Is there a problem Yuuki?" Like velvet this new voice caressed Kagome's ears, making the girl shiver only the slightest bit. However that particular feeling was quickly pushed aside when she felt the carefully controlled power emanating from the newcomer who finally stepped in her line of vision. For a brief moment she thought that she was gazing at a youkai, for his features suggested just that. His pale skin as white as fresh fallen snow contrasted deeply with his dark hair, but what caught her attention the most were his deep blood red eyes that stared back at her, studying, breaking her whole being apart and trying to uncover her most deepest secrets. Those were not the eyes of a human and yet the animalistic shine of that of a youkai was not present either, instead there was this metallic glint of something far darker that made the hairs on the back of her neck stand on end. Instincts alone made her eyes narrow and the deep oceanic pools darken, until they resembled a stormy sea.

"Kaname-senpai!" The girl that had finally been identified as Yuuki called out, turning her attention to the dark haired man a large smile reaching her lips. Affection was clearly heard and felt when the young girl addressed him, but unlike Yuuki though Kagome felt far from at ease with this male. Her gaze which had been holding his for a while shifted only when he averted his own gaze to stare at Yuuki.

"I heard arguing and I couldn't help but come and see what was wrong." His voice was soft, gentle and by anyone's standard, it was probably the most polite tone that you could have heard, but still Kagome was not completely convinced for some reason. "I must look after Yuuki, after all." A blush stained Yuuki's cheeks as the girl tried to form coherent sentences to the utter dismay and aggravation of Zero who saw everything. He scoffed and looked away, making Kagome look at him in inquisitiveness, but instead of glaring at her, he ignored the look. Feeling completely at loss what to do or say for that matter -it certainly didn't help that she didn't trust this Kaname-senpai- the blue eyed girl wondered if perhaps she should just look for the headmaster's office herself. It seemed that it would be the most probable solution at the instant and it would bring her away from the man.

"I think you should get this new student Mr. Cross." Kagome's head snapped up when she felt his gaze on her and sure enough he was looking at her with a small polite smile on her face, one which Kagome was tempted to answer with a snarl or a growl. She just couldn't understand where this sudden hostility came from, but she couldn't deny the way her muscles tensed when those blood red eyes ran along her frame. Boldly meeting his eyes, she dared him to test her, test her boundaries, she was not afraid of him. He was the one to break the staring contest though and look away from her, but she still noted the more prominent curve of his lips as he returned his attention to Yuuki, gently ushering the girl toward her. He was laughing at her. How dare he?

"You'd better get going Miss," he told Kagome, that same smile on his lips as he looked back at her. Once again she felt her hackles rise, but she clamped down on those feelings when Yuuki came to stand in front of her. "Kaname-senpai is right, it's already late and we should get you settled in as soon as possible." Ignoring the two males -she could clearly feel Zero's gaze on her as well- she nodded her in acquiescence.

To her utter surprise Yuuki grasped her hand and started dragging her away. "I'll see you later Zero, bye Kaname-senpai!" she called out loudly waving at the two boys. For someone so small the girl had more strength than anyone would expect. Kagome stumbled, before straightening herself as she followed the smaller girl. However even when a small voice told her not to look back, she couldn't help but do just that. It was proven a mistake though when she found her eyes connecting with the reddish hues of the mysterious man. Almost instantly she looked away, not sure why. Self-preservation or perhaps it was the feeling of allowing him to see too much, whatever it was she couldn't let her guard down around this Kaname. She just didn't know what there was about this boy that made her feel this way, but it was unnerving. One thing was certain though, she could not trust him.

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He watched her walk away, curiosity, but also appreciation shining in those blood red pools. His lips parted, his fangs visible as his eyelids lowered halfway in what many could have interpreted as satisfied look. The wolf moon had indeed brought them, him, someone very interesting. He had been right in deciding to search for her. She was to put it simply worth his attention.

Just like she would have probably sensed the difference in him, he was able to detect it in her too. The girl wasn't quite human, something that was very appealing. Being a vampire, he always sought out different powers and hers was deliciously tempting.

"Tell me Zero, did you notice her eyes?" he asked turning his attention finally to the other boy, who until then had been silent. "What about them?" Zero asked with a scoff. Ah, the poor boy was still so unobservant. "Those were not human eyes." Smiling he turned to look at him, earning a confused look from the other boy.

"What do you mean?" Zero did indeed notice something peculiar, but he wasn't quite certain what it was. It was just enough to make him want to pull the trigger. The thought of course was unsettling, he only killed vampires and yet here he had been contemplating killing a simple girl. Now on the other hand, it seemed like Kaname might have an answer to those strange urges and thoughts, but like always the bastard chose to make him wait. Growling he let out a muttered curse. "Are you going to tell me or not?"

Kaname smiled, Zero was always so impatient. Deciding to comply for once, the smile on his face was replaced by a far more contemplative look. "Her eyes were far too observant, cunning, cautious, wild...those were the eyes of a wolf." His words were carefully chosen, but there was also that hint of something darker to it. Zero found himself furrowing his brows. "You make her sound like an animal," he commented, not sure where Kaname was going with this. He was surprised by the soft chuckle that met his ears. "There are more beings than human and vampires out there." The look in his eyes when he gazed at Zero was one of amusement, but also something else that the boy couldn't quite name. It was at that moment that Zero could see the difference between them, while he had been human once, Kaname was born a vampire and the look in those was that of a being that understood more than he let on. Wise, eyes that have seen so much, which was certainly dangerous in its own right, Zero found his hand reaching for his gun out of pure instinct.

The action did not go unnoticed by Kaname and he found himself almost chuckling again. Zero was not worth his time to be honest. The only reason why he chose to let the boy live was in order to keep Yuuki happy. Still his own foolishness would get him in trouble. "I don't trust her, I won't let that woman get close to Yuuki." Ah, it was to be expected that Zero wouldn't trust her. A predator did not enjoy to be challenged.

"You wouldn't trust anyone that's not afraid of you," he told Zero calmly, knowing that it would get the boy angry. Just like he had expected Zero openly growled at him, his anger quite visible in his violet eyes as he bared his fangs at him. Having enough of the conversation, he decided that it was time to leave. Aido and Kain were bound to come and look for him soon and he wasn't willing to elaborate what he had been doing. Turning his back to Zero, he started walking away, but stopped in his tracks. "I would advise you to pay attention to who you decide to anger next time, you might just get yourself killed if you're not careful." Without another word, he walked away, knowing that he had said enough. Zero was not his problem if the boy wanted to be foolish, he could be for all he cared. The woman was not one to mess with, he on the other hand was not about to rush in blindly. Just like everything that interested him, he would take his time finding out every little secret about her. If she proved to be a threat, he would quietly take her out, it did not matter that he found her interesting and appealing. He would do what was best for his clan, even if the thought of killing her was an dreary one, but still it was just too early to tell where this was going to lead to.

His gaze moved once again to the moon and he couldn't help but smile.

"Friend or foe, what shall she be to me?"

TBC...


A/N: Comments, constructive criticism and reviews are always welcome. Until next time.