Its Your Turn To Be Happy!

by breXanime

Would if Zero never drank Yuuki's blood when his vampire side started surfacing? Would if someone else supplied him with blood? Would if after the Rido attack things went back to normal but with certain changes? Kaname never left with Yuuki but remained in the academy, and students now know of the night class. Zero, well Zero will receive the most changes of all.FullSummaryinside

2. Chapter 2: Realizations

Hey everyone I'm so happy you guys are loving this! All this love is making me blush and cry at the same time! *sniff* Thank you all so much! I worked really hard on this chapter, it took days and all-nighters to finally complete this. Now enough of my babbling here is the disclaimer!

Disclaimer: I own no songs used in this fic, or the vampire knight characters.

Claimer: I do own Simone', Sherri, Handro, and any other OC character, and I own the idea for this fic. So without futher ado enjoy!

Warnings: Yuuki bashing!

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Chapter 2: Realizations

The dance was going smoothly.

Cross looked on from the second floor to the dance floor below with a soft smile. Pleased to see the vampires dancing with the humans of the day class. It warmed his heart to see this, it was a dream that was slowly, but surely coming true. The chairman knew if his friends were alive they would rejoice. Even though it was small number that now knew of the vampires' existence.

After the Rido attack and the students were told of the night class being vampires, they were given the choice to forget or to keep the secret. Cross was really surprised when none of the students wanted their memories erased, and they were true to their word. It has been a year since the incident and no word of vampires existing leaked out.

He was pleased.

His eyes then went to Kaname, who was dancing with Yuuki. His eyes became solemn.

She was awakened and regain all her memories.

'She isn't the same.' Cross thought with a frown.

And he was right. Ever since Yuuki awakened and became a pureblood again, she changed, and not for the better. The hunter notice how the girl became more snobby and mean to her peers, and also to him. The girl completely disregard the fact that he took her in and raised her as his own. Now she didn't need to voice it but it was how she spoke to him and carried herself. He also found out the relationship between Yuuki and Zero, and their standing of no longer being friends. It threw him for the loop but he wasn't mad at Zero, he understood and didn't blame him. This new Yuuki wasn't the one he raised. If her parents were alive, they would be sad and disappointed with how their daughter turned out.

Cross sighed.

It broke his heart to see what Yuuki has become. Maybe it was his fault?

He did spoil her with gifts and such while she was in his care. He nodded sadly. Yes, that had to be it. He was a terrible fa-

"Don't you dare finish that thought Dyadya (uncle)." Sherri ordered while strolling up to him. She wore an olive green v-neck gown that hugged her body. Her red-burgundy hair fell around her in curls. She wore green tear drop earrings and a simple green pendent necklace. "I can hear you all the way down there."

Cross blinked at her appearing before plastering on a smile. "Oh, Sherri-chan! Are you enjoying yourself?" He blinked again when he didn't see her mate. "Why aren't you dancing with Handro?"

Sherri stood next to him leaning forward slightly on the railing and answered. "I am enjoying myself…And I'll dance plenty with my warrior before this night is over with." She then turned to the chairman. "You aren't a terrible father. You didn't raise her wrong." Sherri put a hand on top of Cross's hand as she gazed down below at Yuuki, who was surround by nobleman asking for a dance. "She is influenced by the status and the power that it brings."

"I know but it is still my fault…"

"How so? For taking her in? For raising her as you own and loving her? You believe you are at fault for that?" When he didn't answer she continued. "You took her in and raised her without a second thought. You nurtured her with love and affection. You aren't a bad person. Even if she did have her memories, her parents alive, and you never raising her…The result would be the same. Though I believe it is only natural to take blame and feel responsible for the child's actions…" Her eyes became solemn and her voice low. "No one can predict how their children will turnout as they grow."

Cross sighed agreeing with her. "Yes. That is the scariest thing about being a parent. You never know what your child will become…" He paused before continuing. "I knew Yuuki would change when she awakened." He closed his eyes clenching his hands into fist and swallowing. "I-I just didn't expect it to be like this…I know Juri and Haruka would be torn." He bowed his head and opening his eyes to look at Yuuki, the girl was in conversation with a group of nobles that mostly consisted of boys. He watched as she flirted shamelessly with them. Teasing them with something they'll never be able to have. Her.

Kaname was standing a few feet away to the side talking with Takuma. Though Cross saw how the pureblood eyes narrowed at the other brunette and how she continued to flirt.

Cross then looked around for Zero and Simone' and couldn't find the two. He figured the two were patrolling the grounds and dismissed their absence.

Sherri broke him from his musing with a squeeze to his hand. "You're a good man Dyadya…" She smiled kindly. "Any child would be lucky to have you as their father." She leaned against him resting her head on his shoulder. "I would have loved to have you as mine…And you know the history I have with my sperm-donor. A father is an important figure in a girl's life. "Her lime eyes became lost. "She's lucky to have one…"

He looked at her with sad eyes. "Sherri…" Cross knew her history.

Sherri's mother died during child birth and her father became abusive going from verbal abuse to physical abuse. As she got older the abuse became worse and when she met Handro the man tried to kill her! His own flesh and blood. The man tried to kill her by cutting out her stomach but failed. Sherri barely escaped him. So, she and Handro ran away together and eventually came across Simone's parents, who took the two in. The story ran deeper than that but her father was no more and no longer came after them.

"We just have to hope for the best." She smiled. "You are a wonderful father Dyadya (uncle). I don't want to ever hear such negative thoughts about yourself ever again. Alright? "

Cross blinked before giving a small smile and nodding. "Thank you Sherri." Sherri grinned before asking for a dance making Cross squeal with joy. "Of course I'd be honor!" He bowed to her and received a curtsy before the two began to waltz.

As they waltzed Cross thought back on the red-head's words and agreed with her. He couldn't do much of anything now, Yuuki's life was hers to control and the decisions she'd make would be on her. She was no longer a child and Cross couldn't hold her hand anymore. Now, he could only give advice and words of the wise to the girl if she so needed it.

'We can only hope for the best.' He thought as if it were a prayer, while twirling Sherri he dipped asked about where Zero and Simone' was.

"Oh they're checking the grounds for level E's." She answered as he dipped her before bringing her back up."

"I see…" Cross nodded. "I hope they don't spend too much time patrolling. I really want them to enjoy themselves." He said in concern, hoping the two would be back before the dance was over.

Down below Kaname moved outside to the balcony, he needed some fresh air and time alone to cool his temper. If he remained inside watching Yuuki flirt any longer he might lose control and blow more than a fuse in the building.

Really the girl just has to flirt with every noble male. It was ridiculous and aggravating. And if that wasn't enough the girl's attitude toward others was beyond annoying. She was stuck up and saw everyone beneath her! Even Cross and her friend Yori! Yuuki believed she owed nothing to the hunter, and she completely ignored Yori, acting as if they were never friends. If that wasn't enough she was also pulling rank, using the Kuran name, to get away with stuff and having her way.

It was deplorable.

Also…

It wasn't something he expected.

Kaname moved closer to the stone railing resting his arms on top of the cold stone bracket then released a long tired sigh.

Yes, this was one outcome even he, The Great Kaname Kuran, master of what's to come, didn't see this coming.

In a way he felt he deserved this. "I guess karma decided to come around." He said with a bitter smile. Though he wished the others didn't have to suffer from his idiotic actions. He knew those who had a relationship with Yuuki were going through the worst of it, especially Cross. The man raised her without a second thought and showed her nothing but kindness and love asking in return to call him father, to see him as her second father, yet he was denied that joy.

That one simple request that was unfulfilled to this day.

'And it never will be granted.' Kaname believed sadly, and so did the chairman.

Kaname saw that it tore the chairman apart, yet the man just grinned and acted as he usually would, except every time he saw Yuuki, there was less shine in his eyes.

Kaname couldn't help but blame himself for awakening her. If only he knew beforehand how terrible she would be then he would have never awoken her.

He even went to Cross and apologized to him for what he did, what he caused. Yet he was told by the optimistic man that he didn't need to apologize. In fact Cross wasn't even upset at him or what he did, telling Kaname he was his friend and that Yuuki had to awaken sooner or later. He was only upset at Yuuki and the way she was acting.

Cross hasn't shown any negativity to him since then.

Kaname felt it wasn't fair that he get off easy and Karma seemed to agree with him.

'You reap what you sow…' He thought looking up at the star filled sky. As he gazed at the stars silver hair and lilac irises flashed in his mind. Since last year during the attack of Rido, he's been thinking a lot about Zero, which confused him.

Shouldn't he be happy with Yuuki?

Shouldn't he be thinking about how wonderful their lives would be together?

Shouldn't he feel like he's on cloud nine when he's with her?

Yet all he could think about was one Zero Kiryu and if that wasn't enough he began having dreams…

Very Erotic, pleasurable dreams.

In his dreams Zero would always be in a king size bed laying on black silk sheets with moon light shining on him making his naked features more enchanting and ethereal. Then he would blink amethyst eyes and gaze at the Kuran serenely giving a beautiful smile. Kaname then would appear over the youth and Zero would wrap moon shine arms around his neck, slowly pulling the pureblood down towards him while saying his name.

"Kaname." He said softly. "Kaname." His eyes shined with want as the pureblood was nearing his lips. "Kaname."

And as soon as the pureblood claimed his lips the dream would be over leaving the pureblood with a certain problem. Although he didn't get to do more it left Kaname perplexed and wanting the sliver haired hunter.

'What would it feel like to hold him in my arms in reality?' Kaname wondered. He blinked when he felt a presence behind him, he turned and saw Yori.

The human female was dressed in a light pink long cap sleeve gown, her hair was up in a chignon with her bangs laying side-sweep across her forehead. She wore pearl earrings and a necklace that had a single white pearl on it.

"Oh!" she gasped. "I'm sorry Kuran-sempai, I didn't know anyone was out here. I'll leave." Yori began retreating but Kaname stopped her.

"It's quite alright Wakaba-san. In fact I would like your company." He smiled. "If you don't mind that is?"

"Not at all." Yori smiled kindly and walked over, standing next to the pureblood. "You seem troubled." She stated softly.

Kaname blinked looking down at her. "I do?" he asked.

Yori nodded gazing at the scenery. "Is it because of Yuuki?" Kaname blinked again and Yori waited patiently for his answer.

Kaname did something he never did in front of others, he bowed his head and released a tired sigh.

"Yes." That was half of it.

"You could ask her to stop flirting." She pointed out boldly. "Besides you are her precious Kaname." Yori lightly teased.

Kaname snorted. "I could but what good would it do when she'll do it behind my back."

Yori hummed. "I see what you mean. Or you could talk to some of the girls and she'll think you find them more interesting." That drew a chuckle from the pureblood. "But I'm afraid those girls would end up missing so that may become a problem." Both laughed before settling in a comfortable silence.

Kaname wanted to know Yori's opinion about what he did to Yuuki. How did it affect her? What did she feel towards him? He asked this and Yori regarded him with calm eyes.

"You mean for awakening Yuuki?" He nodded and she continued. "Before I go on did you know she would be like this?"

"No, I had no idea she would become…" 'Cruel.' He finished in his head while closing his eyes in shame before he opened them, showing nothing but apology. "If I did then I would have never-"

"But you would have to regardless." Yori interrupted. "Because of the nightmares she started having." Yori then gave a kind smile. "I don't hate you for doing what you did Kaname." Her smile then fell away becoming solemn. "You also didn't know…" she trailed off looking down.

The pureblood felt she was talking about something else. "Know what?"

Yori looked him dead in the eye. "The way she truly was before you turned her." She paused a moment then continued. "Yuuki claims to be innocent but really it is quite the opposite…Remember when you and Zero-kun always fought over her."

Kaname would have blushed if this wasn't so serious. "Yes."

"Well on the days you two fought over her and the day would be ending she comes to me and brags about it. Now I found that odd and," Her eyes darkened. "It pissed me off. Why? Because she was taking the love you two had for her…For granted." Yori clenched her hands. "That's just wrong. Why would you use such pure feelings for your own gain and take pleasure in it?" She shook her head with a sigh. "I'm just glad Zero-kun realized what she truly is…"

"Zero?" Kaname asked. Was that the reason why the hunter wasn't around Yuuki anymore?

Yori blinked. "You mean you didn't know about Zero breaking ties with Yuuki last year? Or why?" A head shake of no. "Well, it is better to get it straight from Zero-kun himself, since he knows better than anybody. To put it simply, Yuuki isn't as sweet as apples to others like she is to you."

The Kuran looked away frowning because he knew what the other was saying was the utmost truth.

"A word of warning sempai, she uses people, and hurts them in the worst way possible. She's already hurt me, Zero-kun, her other friends and Cross-sensei." She rested a hand on Kaname's forearm. "Don't let her control you…If she has a hold on you then you will be hurt badly. Cross-sensei is in the most pain." She moved hand away placing it in front of her chest. "And for that I will never forgive her, not until she realizes and apologizes to him."

He understood that. "And what about you?"

After Yuuki stopped being a perfect Yori' volunteered receiving training and such. Honestly she was better at it than Yuuki and she took it more seriously. After she completed her training she received twin daggers, named after the sun and moon, Soleil and Luna.

"I don't care how she wronged me. Yes, I was her best friend and she mine, but I refuse to be friends with a heartless monster that would hurt her own parent." Yori stated with contained anger. "I want nothing to do with her."

"I wish I could take it all back." Kaname whispered desperately.

"It isn't your fault she is this way…Its pointless wishing to take things back, it's done now and all you can do is move forward and go from there." Yori said softly before holding her hand out to Kaname.

The pureblood blinked, utter confusion on his face.

Yori grinned. "In payment for consoling you and giving information, I would like one dance." She tilted her head. "Well?"

A soft laughed escaped his lips and Kaname bowed before taking her hand in his and placing a kiss on it. "I'd be honored."

The two then began a slow waltz, conversing here and there about things.

The Kuran thanked Yori for the talk and he actually felt better, though there was still the guilt eating away at him for Yuuki's actions against her peers.

That he knew would never go away.

BANG!BANG!

Kaname and Yori stopped dancing and looking off into the distance, hearing more gunshots. Kaname with his enhanced hearing heard the sounds of fighting. Meaning it was a big group. Both students jumped off the balcony landing on the ground before taking off into the woods. Kaname scooped Yori up and took off to the source of the sound.

Unknown to the eyes watching them disappear further into the woods.

~Elsewhere~

Zero continuing firing at level E's while Simone' cut them done with her timbrel tambourines, the zils, or metal jingles, on the musical instrument, were sharper than the blade of a sword and did much damage, especially since the metallic rings where coated in poison. Plus, the female was a master in capoeira and martial arts, combining the two with that of ballet and other dance styles that she learned over the years. It made her a force to be reckon with.

Zero was always amazed at the girl's fighting style. It was mesmerizing and unpredictable like the female.

He focused back on the brawl, kneeing a level in the gut while shooting one in the head before doing the same to the other one. They had to focus since these monsters kept coming one after another. They've been at this for 2 hours now. Level E's just started showing up all of sudden and where trying to head to the school but that changed when they saw the two perfects and since then the vampires never tried to advance past them.

Zero was glad he patrolled the grounds with Simone' because if he was by himself surely it would drive him past his limits and he would probably look worse than what he already is. His tux was torn and covered in dirt and blood from the turned vampires. He had a few scratches and bruises but nothing severe. Simone' was in the same condition as him, her lavender gown torn and covered in dirt.

"Zero let the bodies hit the floor!" Simone' yelled and that was a code for him to get down. She always used songs for things that he needed to, it was odd yet so Simone'.

Zero did just that because a giant ring blade sailed over his head taking out the crazed creatures that surrounded them then ricocheting back to the female, who caught it in her hands. More eyes appeared around them and Zero cursed getting back to his feet.

He backed up to Simone' and the two were back to back narrowing their eyes on the beasts surrounding them in a circle.

"What is with them? I've seen a pack of E's but not a pack where they travel in thirties!" Zero wondered aloud.

"I don't know. I don't sense Rido's presence in them. I doubt they were just created…No, something is drawing them here." Simone' explained. "I've been counting…Zero when an hour past we took out at least 100 and the second hour we took out a good 50. Now," Her eyes glanced over the approaching level E's. "I say would this would be about…70 here if not more."

"Shit!" Zero hissed ripping off his jacket. He would have to use his vines, he saw Simone' going into one of her lesser forms. Her right hand became one large claw, the tips black and purple cracks litter her arm going to her face.

"Sim?" Zero silently asked if she would be alright, every time she transformed she sometimes got out of control and would usually tax herself to remain in control.

"Don't worry Ze," She grinned. "I'll be fine! Now let's take care of these-" She blinked when she heard cries of pain and watched as most of the vampires turned to dust.

Yori was cutting through with Kaname backing her up, not caring if the dust stained her dress, she aimed a hard kick to the face of a level E before bringing her leg back and up kicking another level in the chin then stabbing them both with her daggers. Then she walked over to Zero and Simone' asking if they were okay.

While most of the rogues were distracted, Kaname wiped them out with only a thought. Dwindling down their numbers to a measly seven. Kaname swept the area for more but that was the last of them besides the seven left.

Both gaped at her and she blushed. "Well are you two okay?"

"That was sooo hot…" Simone' responded making the girl blush more. She then changed to her human appearance and changed her ring blade back into the two tambourines.

"Ya, how did you find us?" Zero shot a level E that tried to get the jump on Yori.

Six left.

"Oh well Kaname-sempai followed the gun shots and fighting." Kaname stepped forward giving a greeting. Yori then continued to speak. "So you two were here the whole time?"

"Yep," Simone' answered twirling silting the throats of two E's, killing them instantly. "Since the dance began."

Four left.

Kaname frowned. "Why didn't you at least try to contact us?" Kaname snapped his finger and three E's were instantly dust.

1 level E left.

Zero gave a Simone' a look, and Kaname figured he asked the same question. "I asked Sim here the same thing."

Yori clasped her hands in front of her looking at Simone' "Simone'-chan…?"

Everyone was looking at her expecting an answer and Simone' rubbed her head sheepishly. "Um-well..You see..um-Urges…?"

The three blinked. "Meaning?"

Simone' groaned. "I needed to vent!" She advance on the last level E and her eyes widen at seeing a child, no older than 10, baring fangs at her. "I'm so sick of this..." She held him in place before placing a kiss on his forehead and the child instantly turned to dust. She sighed and stood. "I'm tired of this negativity that's settled… I'm tired of the pain that's being caused." She gazed at Kaname.

Kaname nodded. "Yuuki and what she did to the chairman."

"Ever since then it's like all the warmth just up and left…" Zero stated solemnly. "Like it's all locked away."

"He lights up the place and makes you feel welcomed and at home." Yori added looking down. "Even if he still smiles and acts silly as not to worry us or the other students, you can tell he's hurting."

"The shine that would be in his eyes is no longer there…I understand how frustrating that is. So you didn't call for anyone because you needed an outlet."

"Yes, I had to fight to get the urge to kill her out of my system." When Kaname frowned in concern she smiled. "It's alright that instinct is gone for now. You can deal with her."

Zero and Yori agreed with her. It felt good to get all that pent up rage out.

Zero then brought up the way the level E's showed up. "The way they kept coming in waves was odd. It was like when Rido attacked but less coordinated and sloppy. When we took out the first batch more showed up." Kaname hummed in contemplation and asked Zero for more info. "Simi said something was drawing them here."

"Ya, now that you mention it. One of them said they were called here." Simone' added.

"That is strange. From what you told me someone was beckoning them here by sending out energy." He ran a hand through his hair. "This is something I'll discuss with the chairman but we will need to keep a closer eye on things." They all nodded.

Zero grabbed his torn jacket from the ground slinging it over his shoulder. "Come on lets head back, the party is probably over by now." And the four took their time walking back to the academy.

~Back at the Dance~

The party was nearing an end and the students were going back to their dorms. Yuuki was escorted by Kaname's circle of friends back to the moon dorms. Once in her room she dismissed them and tended to herself as she undressed.

Yuuki clicked her tongue in disdain. She thought for sure those Level E's she lured here would have gotten rid of Simone'. She called out to so many! She figured if she got rid of Simone' Zero would be all hers again.

But no.

The damn female succeeded with not only the help of Zero but with Yori and her Kaname!

Yuuki, looked out the window with a sweet yet evil smile. 'I'll just have to try something else.'

She was unaware that her thoughts reached a certain red haired, who had a knack of picking up such evil thoughts.

By the time the pureblood and perfects arrived back to the ball room they saw Sherri and Handro helping clean up with students who were on cleaning duty. Cross was immediately there to greet them though it changed into concern when he saw their appearance.

"What on earth happened to you?" He questioned in worry. "Do you need to go to the infirmary?"

Zero smiled at him. "No, all of us are fine. Just a scrap with some E's that's all."

Cross raised an eyebrow. "It looks like you were in a battle royale rather than a scrap. Are you sure-"

Simone' stepped forward and grinned. "We are all okay ojii-chan nothing we couldn't handle." Before Cross could say anything more she changed the subject. "How was the dance? Everything was okay?"

Handro appeared next to Cross. "It was great no mishaps or anything. It all went smoothly."

Zero and Simone' faces fell. They wished they had stuck around longer to see how the vampires interacted with the human students. Oh well when duty calls you can't really ignore it.

Simone' pouted. "So we missed all the good stuff." Zero patted her head telling her there would be more dances and she crossed her arms like child. "But I wanted to dance with Ojii-chan!" She said in a pouty voice.

Cross eyes widen in surprise then glisten with warmth as he smiled, a real smile. "Simone' there will other dances for that. Though I would like to know what happened." At his request the four began telling him of the level E's that showed up.

While Cross was distracted, Sherri gathered up the other students, who wondered what the red head had planned, when she told them they grinned and nodded and went to get what they were told. Sherri then walked over to Handro and motioned to the piano getting a nod and Sherri stood in his spot by Cross as Handro sat at the piano. Zero smiled at what was going to happen and kept Cross focused on the conversation.

The students set up the instruments and were startled when they played by themselves on Handro's count slow music began playing surprising Cross.

He looked at the small orchestra then back at the perfects and pureblood. "Wha?"

"We still have a dance because some of us never got the chance due to catering and patrolling." Sherri grinned before locking arms with Kaname, who smiled. "So let's enjoy ourselves!" Simone' fist pumped before pairing up with Cross. Zero and Yori chuckled before pairing and the rest of the students either paired up with each other or just smiled and watched.

By Handro's will the music began increasing in speed and was became more upbeat.

"I'm sorry we weren't here to enjoy ourselves Ojii-chan." Simone' apologized as Cross twirled her.

"My dear that is quite alright. I'm just happy you all are here and enjoying yourselves now. Though I should be apologizing, your dress is ruined." He pouted. "I wanted to take pictures."

Simone' giggled. "Oh ojii-chan I can fix it and we'll still be able to take pictures!" Simone' laughed when Cross gushed and spun her around in happiness.

"Leave it to Sherri and Handro to have something planned." Zero stated with a roll of his eyes making Yori smile.

"Don't sound so surprised." Yori commented sarcastically. "I think it's sweet they're doing this for Cross-sensei." They traveled two steps to the left then Zero spun her before continuing the fast waltz. "And if they didn't I would have never knew you were a great dancer." Yori grinned.

Zero smiled agreeing with her. "Ya, I think this helped him even if it was a little." He then mocked glared. "I'll have you know I'm a pro at dancing!"

"Don't let Simone' hear you say that." She laughed out.

Kaname was nervous as he danced with Sherri the woman was showing no hostilities, just smiling this knowing smile. He decided to question her and try his luck.

"Sherri?"

"Hmmmm?" Her smile only grew.

"Um- Is there something I should know about?"

Sherri tilted her head. "Something you should know about?"

"Yes."

"Nope!"

He sighed giving a smile. "Well something is surely making you happy."

"Have you realized yet?" She asked suddenly, throwing Kaname off.

"Realized what?"

"That she isn't your other heart?" Her question was answered by the way his expression fell. "So you have…" She said softly.

"I've been blind…" he said. "I've been a fool who wanted to keep his eyes close to the truth." Kaname dipped her. "And I wish I could take it all back, yet I know this is what I deserve." He brought her back up. "I should have seen the signs of waking Yuuki and what it would cause. There is nothing I can do to change that...I don't love Yuuki but I can't abandon her…To seek out my other heart." His eyes glance over to Zero who was dancing with a girl who wore glasses and was blushing.

"You make it seem like your trapped!" Sherri sighed and lightly flicked Kaname on the forehead bringing the pureblood's attention back to her. "All you've said is true. You can't take it back and you can't just drop her like the bad habit she is." Kaname blinked and Sherri continued. "Now correct me if I'm wrong but I'm pretty sure you and Yuuki are not a couple." Kaname looked away. "Uh-huh, thought so, and Yuuki has it in her head that you two are together." She didn't ask but pointed out.

"Yes. And that is my fault because I-"

"Started courting her and telling her what she wanted to hear." She smirked. "Yeah that wasn't hard to figure out. Anyway, it only makes things way harder for you to get with Zero."

"I know though I plan to explain things to Yuu-Wait- what?" He registered what the woman said and felt his cheeks heat because he agreed with it so casually. "What makes you think its Zero?" He tried to keep his voice even and eye contact.

"You keep glancing over in his direction and I saw how you were looking at him. With eyes of want and desire!" Kaname did something that was so uncommon, he began sputtering excuses. "Oh you got it bad! Haha!" Sherri gave an impish grin. "So what brought your feelings on for my samogon (moonshine)?"

The pure blood thought about the question. "It was after we defeated Rido. When I found out Simone' was not human…The way he said my name had my heart beating then…He grabbed my hand stopping me from hurting her…There was this…." He tried to search for the words. "Jolt or rather electric shock…It was as if something inside me happened… "

Sherri nodded. "Like something clicked on inside you."

"Yes and I had this urge to grab him in my arms. To feel more than his presence and being."

Sherri pulled him to the side to the wall and she gave a soft smile. "You acknowledge him as a mate." The vampire nodded even though it wasn't a question. "And when a pureblood finds their one true mate they mate for life." Sherri's gaze then turned serious. "Kaname do you really wish to be mated to Zero?"

"Yes."

Sherri closed her eyes in contemplation before she opened them. "You see him as a worthy mate?"

"Yes more than worthy, but I want to be worthy of him." Sherri seemed pleased with his answer and motioned for him to continue. "Zero and I got off to a horrible start when we first met and I've hurt him in the past. Before I even think of mating with him I need to redeem myself and earn not only his forgiveness and friendship but his trust. I don't care how long it takes," His eyes showed determination. "I won't let anyone, not even the devil himself, stand in my way of that."

Sherri blinked then began laughing throwing Kaname off, she was laughing so hard she leaned on the wall for support. Her laughter finally calmed down and she wiped tears from her eyes. "I'm sorry…Just I wasn't expecting that."

She wasn't expecting that.

Sherri thought the pureblood would be selfish and snobbish about it, and she was gladly proven wrong. He was willing to earn Zero's, forgiveness, friendship and love. Kaname was determine to win Zero's heart no matter how long it takes. Sherri grinned. 'There may be hope for him yet.'

"We'll help you."

"What?"

"We'll help you, Simone', Handro, and I." She then held up two fingers. "But on two conditions: You don't force yourself on him and invade his personal space or give him expensive gifts. He hates things like that." Kaname nodded. "Condition two: You prove to us how much he means to you... And when you are with him, no more secrets." She put her hands behind her. "Fair and simple?"

"Yes though before that I need to make amends with the others." Sherri tilted her head silently asking for him to explain more. "I need to apologize to Takuma and the others because despite how Yuuki treats them they don't complain, they only remain silent and bare it."

"You have a good group of not only followers but friends, who are loyal to you."

The pureblood smiled sadly. "Yes, and I selfishly used that to gain what I wanted. I wouldn't be surprised if they hated me now. I've done them so wrongly…"

"You don't know that yet." Sherri grabbed his hands and led them back to the dance floor. "That was then, this is now. You'd be surprise what simple words can do." They began a slow waltz.

Kaname quietly agreed but that was easier said than done. No, he refused to be discouraged, he decided he would apologize to them then focus on Zero. Though there was another subject that he wanted to ask the red head about.

"Sherri?"

"Yes?"

"How do you have what you and Handro have? You two have so much love for each other." He looked away bashfully. "I want to have that with Zero…"

"I was wondering when you would ask that." She giggled. "Well, Handro and I have been mated for a long time, a really long time. We've been through our ups and down, and we have our arguments from time to time. Though we always comeback and apologize to each other because what we said was out of anger. Then most importantly we protect, respect and trust each other. With that our relationship has grown along with our love." Sherri smiled softly.

Kaname gave a soft smile. "You have a beautiful relationship." It reminded him of Haruka and Juri.

"And you will to as soon as all this emo-ness blows over and you take care of what you have to do."

Kaname nodded but then gave a teasing smirk. "Except mine will be more beautiful than yours."

That drew a laugh from Sherri. "I hope so." She was pleased with his answer.

They two were nearing Zero and Simone' who were dancing together and Sherri quickly spun and switched partners, she was twirling away with a laughing Simone' while Kaname was holding a perplexed Zero in his arms.

"So how'd it go?" Simone' asked excitedly.

"He's finally come to terms with his feelings. And he's serious about Zero." Sherri answered. "So now we just nudge Zero in the right direction."

Simone' blinked. "But Zero doesn't even know of his feelings for Kaname. Right now he's confused about them."

"I know hun, with our help he'll find out about those feelings." She smiled. "We may be able to get Kaname's friends in on the fun."

Simone' smiled. "Ya! Oh, but what about Yuuki. Surely she'll get in the way if she catches wind of anything happening between them."

"That's where we come in." She traveled three steps, turned and travel again before dipping and traveling. "We keep her 'highness' away from them."

Simone' giggled. "This will be fun!" Her eyes sparkled. "And romantic! I can't wait!"

With Kaname and Zero the two still stood frozen. Zero staring at Kaname with wide eyes and Kaname doing the same.

The pureblood was half expecting the hunter to pull away from him and pull out bloody rose and shoot him for touching him. Though it didn't happen so he decided to break the ice.

Smiling warmly he spoke. "Zero will you honor me with a dance?"

Zero blinked taken back by the smile before he gave a mute nod and soon the two were dancing.

This was odd, Zero thought. Like Kaname he was anticipating to be pushed away yet here he was dancing with the pureblood.

It was odd, yes, but what felt more odd was how Zero liked it and if that wasn't enough he notice how his body fit perfectly in the vampire's arms. He also notice up close Kaname's eyes appeared redder than brown and his skin looked smooth and soft. What would it feel like to touch?

"Zero?" Kaname's voice broke him from his thoughts.

"Y-yes?" Zero blinked and tried to force down his blush. He can't believe he was ogling Kaname!

"I thought about your question." Zero blinked and Kaname explained further. "About being friends…"

Zero mouth formed an 'O'. He still remembered that? Zero couldn't believe it, thinking the pureblood had forgotten all about that. Since he didn't, that strangely made him feel pleased…or was it happiness? But wait would if he didn't really remember and this was one of his tricks? Would if-

"Zero?"

Zero blinked again. "Oh, sorry. Um can we go outside to the balcony?" 'So I can clear my head?' he added mentally.

"Of course." He released Zero and the silverette led them both outside.

When they were outside he on the balcony Zero turned to Kaname unsure. "You said you thought about it."

Kaname frowned. "You sound as if I've forgotten."

"Well, yeah, I honestly thought you wouldn't be concern with it. I doesn't seem like your style to worry about stuff like that…"

"I can understand why you would think that." He said with no hint of anger but with shame. "With what I've done to you and acted toward you…I know we didn't have the best relationship and we've had our qualms. I've caused nothing but trouble and pain to you back then. For that I humbly ask for your forgiveness." Kaname apologized. "I know words will not be enough to express how sorry I am."

Zero was taken back. Maybe he could give the vampire a chance. "So you have an answer now?"

"I believe we could have been friends then," Kaname stopped Zero from speaking with a shake of his head. "And I believe we could be friends now." He hesitated giving a small smile. "I can understand if you-"

"Yes." Zero blurted out leaning forward. "We can be, I also accept your apology that was then… So um-let's start over," he then stuck out his hand and gave a kind smile. "I'm Zero."

Kaname returned the smile and shook hands. "Nice to meet you, Zero, I'm Kaname." Kaname felt his smile grow as Zero grinned at him. When they released hands they began talking as if they knew each other forever, even apologizing for the way they acted toward one another. They even laughed at how stupid their fights were.

Unknown to the two they had an audience pressed up against the window. It was Cross, Simone', Yori, Handro, and Sherri. Except Handro the other four were giggling as if they were watching a porno. He had to drag them away to give the two some privacy much to their disappointment.

They didn't know how much time passed when Handro came and got them for the group picture but the two did enjoy themselves. As they got back inside the instruments were put away and everyone was standing in front of a camera conversing. Kaname was surprise to see his friends, who came back in worry when he never showed up at the dorm. He and Zero walked with Handro toward the group and stood with them waiting patiently as Simone' set up the camera.

"Okay before I press the timer everyone get in position and smile! That means you too Seiren!" The silent assassin only blinked but if one looked closely you would see the slight upturn of her lips. "Aido move the bunny ears from behind Ruka's head!" Ruka aimed a hard punch at the blonde's arm, smiling at his pain and drawing a laugh from the others. "Okay! All done" She set the timer for ten seconds and she ran over to the group and stood between Cross and Yori linking arms with them grinning. Every one either grinned or smile and with a click and flash the picture was taken.

Marking a very important moment for Kaname and Zero.

~ 5 months later~

Kaname was outside in the garden that was part of the moon dorms it was a secluded part filled with hydrangeas of different colors decorated on the high vine walls. It was a place he always came too think and when he need to clear his head. The place was calming and relaxing.

Which is why he choose this place to apologize to his friends. It gave them privacy and Yuuki wouldn't be able to find them. No matter how hard she tried. He made sure to thank Simone' properly for cloaking the area. Yuuki wouldn't be able to see them, scent them or pick up their thoughts.

He heard multiple footsteps come his way and the pureblood stood.

This was it, in a few seconds the pureblood will begin, he refused to let his nerves much less his pride, stand in his way any longer.

Takuma was the first to appear greeting the pureblood with a smile instead of his more cheery grins. Shiki and Rima following behind him not sharing any pocky, Ruka walked in with her cousins, all three silent and not bickering. Seiren appeared from the corner of the wall, awaiting his command, and even though the female's face held no emotion, Kaname could feel this aching aura coming from her and this forlorn shown in her eyes.

This was why he called for them, this was a sign that he needed to redeem himself and gain back their friendship. He's friends didn't act the way they usually did around him anymore, no playful banter where he would look on in silent amusement, they acted more formal around him. Kaname didn't want that from them, he didn't want to be treated as royalty but as an equal among them.

So with that in mind he gazed at his dearest friends with serene eyes that held apology and wanting forgiveness.

It took them all by surprise to see such an expression on their leader's face.

"My friends," he began. "I've called you here because," He swallowed. "I've been so blind." Eyes widen and he continued. "I've been so selfish. I never considered what my actions will cause…or how it will affect others," he raked his eyes over them. "Most importantly, I didn't consider any of your feelings…I took them-no," He corrected himself. "I took you all for granted. I used the feelings you had for me to my advantage, in achieving my goals, and personal wants and needs. The reason was because I did not trust you. I used you all and despite that you continue to stand by my side. " He gave sad smile. "And now. I'm putting you all through something much worse than before. I owe all of you more than an apology. I owe you the truth and my trust."

They all blinked then looked at one another before focusing back on their leader. Never in their lives did they ever think, believe, or see a pureblood apologizing and opening up to them. Though considering the pureblood is Kaname, who they knew since childhood, and admitted he was odd and different from other pureblood vampires. Instead of demanding respect and obedience, Kaname wanted to be treated as an equal. They followed him unquestioningly into anything, like protecting Yuuki.

The girl was a slave driver and always pulled rank, getting others to do work or whatever that came to mind, treating them as if they were slaves. It's humiliating and degrading, not mention maddening. They were really provoked to hurt the child but reminded themselves that they are protecting her because it was their friend's request.

The nobles never complained or informed Kaname about how the female treated them. The pureblood had enough on his plate with dealing with the vampire council who were trying to push him into mating with Yuuki, so they could rule the vampire world as king and queen, much to not only Ruka's disgust but theirs as well. They would rather have Kaname marry a pile of dung than that stupid girl.

The nobles focused back on the pureblood again when he addressed them.

"I am aware of," They paled. Did he hear their thoughts? "The way Yuuki is treating you all." They mentally let out sighs of relief but then avoided eye contact with the pureblood. "I am most displeased-"

"Kaname," Takuma gave a smile, which Kaname knew was fake. The smile was forced and didn't reach his eyes. "All of us are fine and we are doing what you requested." The others nodded in agreement. "And because we want to."

"I asked that you protect Yuuki not become her personal servants." The pureblood stated in calm rage that made them all flinch. Before Takuma could say more Kaname continued. "There is no need to hide this from me anymore. What she is doing to all of you is wrong. I am furious at Yuuki and myself. I should have intervene the moment it all began but instead I thought nothing of it…I should have known."

"Kaname it's okay. We are all fine-"

Kaname snapped out. "It's not okay Takuma!" Kaname collapsed on the bench behind him, ruffling his hair in frustration. "All of you are far from fine." He then began listing things off while pointing to each person. "Takuma, your collection of rave master is ruined because Yuuki thought it was a good idea to use some of the pages and books as replacements for firewood." Takuma face fell and he sighed then he moved to the person, or people. "Rima, Shiki, you two were almost fired as models when you took Yuuki with you for a photo shoot and she threw a fit, damaging equipment."

Rima and Shiki blushed and looked down.

"Kain. Aido. Yuuki used you both in creating a sauna or some type of steam bath. Draining you both." The two shivered never wanting to remember that again.

"Seiren, she has you running around doing all types of ridiculous errands that I will not say because I know it is too embarrassing." Seiren bowed her head in shame.

"Ruka, you were forced to cut your beautiful hair," He gazed at her in concern. "Though I do not know why." Ruka gripped her arm looking down. "I know its past, but please?...and if you do not want to say anything that is fine."

Everyone gazed at the woman, wanting to know about that incident as well.

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Hey hey hey My love loves doves! Hope you are enjoying yourselves! And to congratulations for still reading this far but my dears this is a looooong chapter. 36 pages long! So before you continue please get up and stretch, move around, go to the bathroom, walk outside for some fresh air and get something in your tum tums! There ya go all done? now with no further interruption read on my fellow loves doves!

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It happened at the beginning of the school year, a couple of weeks after the classes began. Ruka's pale brown locks were no longer wavy and elongated. It was cut short and choppy, it was a bad haircut. Everyone knew how Ruka loved her hair and knew the woman would rather cut out her own tongue than ever part with her long locks. Even though she was questioned about it the female refused to talk. Sherri and Rima helped by making her hair more presentable by giving her a pixie cut that suited her and made her even more beautiful. The red head and her mate helped her grow it back out to it natural beauty. To which Ruka was grateful for.

The only thing left was figuring out what happened.

Ruka shuffled a bit. "I-It's alright, I don't mind at all." She had the courage to look at everyone when both her cousins put comforting hands on both her shoulders and gave encouraging smiles. "You are somewhat correct." She gave a small smile. "Yuuki-hime," it was barely hissed. "And I had a disagreement over her lessons. Since, apparently I spoke out of line she demanded that I cut my hair." Her smile fell. "I refused, so she used her powers and did it herself." She then pulled up her left sleeve to her turtle neck shirt, revealing a long faded scar. Then she pulled down the collar showing another scar on the side of her neck going down. "Though she cut more than just my hair I'm afraid." She pulled her sleeve back down and fixed her collars.

The anger that suddenly appeared was present on everyone's face.

"Why didn't you say anything to us?" Aido blurted out grabbing her hand.

Ruka bowed her head. "It's already done Hana there's no need to get upset over it."

"Like hell," Kain growled out. "What is the real reason? Why didn't you defend yourself?"

Ruka's eyes became teary as she answered. "You both. All of you. I knew she would cause harm to you, so that's way I let her…" She took a breath and wiped away her tears. "She's done enough to you all already…I didn't want anything worse to happen." She looked up at the fire user. "That's why and," She looked around at her friends then her eyes locked with Kaname. "I regret nothing."

Kaname shook his head in shame and guilt before he focused back on his friends. "Yuuki will be punished…" he stopped their protests. "She has gone too far with this. I will have a little chat with her soon enough."

The nobles knew it would be more than a little chat.

The pureblood hated how Yuuki took advantage of his friends and the other nobles, it had to stop. "Listen closely, you all will no longer do what Yuuki tells you to. You have a right to refuse her… And if she decides to throw a fit let her and by all means defend yourselves. Also if she," He was serious. "Brings up my name along with a punishment that I will not give you," His voice was stone cold. "Send her to me. Is that clear?"

Once he was given an affirmative he smiled warmly at his friends, he then addressed the next subject. "I truly am sorry for what I put you all through, I hope you can forgive-"

"We do."

Kaname blinked. "Wha?"

"We do forgive you Kaname." Takuma stated. "Even despite all the idiotic things you've done." He grinned. "And yes we were angry at you but not because you did not trust us. It's because you believed you had to do everything by yourself. You never believed in asking for our assistance with matters out of your control." Kaname averted his eyes and his face fell. "Now don't go making that face!" He walked over and bent down flicking the pureblood on the forehead. "We understand why you do what you do. Even though it is-"

"Over the top." Shiki and Rima threw in.

"Maddening." The cousins spoke small smiles twitching at their lips.

"Confusing." The silent assassin mumbled avoiding eye contact when they laughed.

"And let's not forget senseless." Takuma added grinning. "We understand you do all those things as a way to protect us." He stated softly. "Though this time let us protect you in return as well."

Kaname was so stunned all he could do was nod.

Takuma sat next to him. "Now that we have that cleared up, you wanted to tell us something else, ne?"

Kaname gave another nod before he tensed up.

He had to tell them who he really was.

No more secrets.

No more deception.

No more doubt.

He trusted them.

So releasing the breath he was holding Kaname started. "I'm not the Kaname you believe I am to be." And so he told them who he really was and how it came to be.

Rido kidnapped Juri's and Haruka's first born and use the babe as a sacrifice to bring back the ancestor of the Kurans, he succeeded but not without paying the price. Then the nobles learned of who this Kaname was and what he been through. Since he was so weak he took the form of the babe as a means to regain his powers. Yet, even though he was in the form of a child he still knew who he was. Also, the nobles learned Yuuki is not really his sister.

The aristocrats were surprised the pureblood didn't go insane with all the change and seeing familiar faces of generations before them. It must have been unbearable.

Also it would explain the tone his eyes held, sometime there would be a tiredness that the elderly have, and then the way his eyes shined with untold wisdom was another thing.

The pureblood been through so much and was still sane.

'Unbelivable.' The nobles thought.

Also, they grew up with him! With an ancestor!

"Wow…"Aido gasped out. "You aren't kidding?" Kaname shook his head and Aido had to sit down as he grabbed his head. "This is just…wow…" The others were as speechless as him.

That worried Kaname and he began second guessing himself until Ruka spoke.

"That doesn't matter." She said genuinely. "You still are our friend, ancestor or not."

"We will be by your side." Kain agreed. "We know only one Kaname."

"But I'" Kaname was interrupted by Aido.

"You didn't have control over your actions, for what happen to the baby, so you took his place when you knew Haruka-sama and Juri-sama would know who you truly were…You wanted to give them a child back some way, so what you did is understandable."

"You are very kind Kaname," Takuma stated. "It doesn't mean you have to distant and sacrifice yourself for others." He rested a hand on the pureblood's shoulder giving a reassuring squeeze. "Let us help you this time Kaname…We know this was hard for you but it shows that you really trust us with something as big as this. So thank you Kaname."

The pureblood did not know what to say or how to react to the kindness being shown. His mouth was probably hanging open and his eyes were probably just as wide. He couldn't believe this, he assumed they would blow up on him and run in fear of their lives after he told him he was the ancestor Kaname. Instead the seven remained in their spots and listened to his story and once finished gave him compassion and understanding.

Kaname bowed his head and he bit his lip. 'I am so lucky to have them.' He knew if he stared any longer he would start bawling like a baby. "So this doesn't bother you?" He lifted his head and his friends smiled at him.

"It's a lot to take in but it doesn't matter." Shiki said monotonously though Kaname heard the warmth. "And we won't tell a soul."

Kaname eyes glisten but they held joy and gratitude. "Thank you my friends…Thank you so, so much."

And Kaname felt a million times lighter, like all the burdens bearing down on his shoulders was lifted.

Kaname smiled. 'It feels good.'

"Was that all Kaname?" Takuma questioned.

"No, there is," he felt his cheeks heat up. "One more matter you all must know about…" The nobles blinked and Kaname continued. "I don't love Yuuki." They all nodded. "So I've recognized my other heart…who is my true mate."

The nobles were over the shock and within seconds were excited and giddy, everyone except Seiren that is, though her eyes seem to show happiness that her master found someone.

Next Kaname was asked who the lucky girl was.

"Well the person is not exactly a girl?" he said uncertain.

Their faces changed to one of surprise.

"Then who is he?" Ruka asked softly not at all bothered. She got over her obsession of Kaname a year ago, all she wanted was for him to be happy.

"Yeah!" Aido bounced. "What does he look like?"

"Is he pretty?" Shiki probed.

"Do we know him?" Rima spoke up with pocky between her lips.

"Well Kaname?" Takuma smiled.

Kaname looked down at the ground running a hand threw his hair. "Um- well- he um," he covered his face in embarrassment, getting laughter from his friends.

"Okay how about this, we ask the questions and you can nod or answer." Rima suggested and received a nod from the pureblood.

"Is he beautiful?" Shiki asked.

"Yes on the inside and out."

"Alright, is he kind?" Ruka threw out.

"Yes."

"Does he go to school here?" Kain grinned

"Y-Yes."

"Do we know him?" Aido blinked.

"…Yes."

"Is he in the night class?" Takuma leaned toward the pureblood.

"No, he is in the day class."

"So he is human?" Seiren asked.

"Yes…well no, it's hard to explain…"

Takuma suddenly grinned slyly. "Kaname does he know you like him?"

"Um no not yet."

Takuma continued. "Does he know vampires are real?"

"Yes."

Takuma didn't question him anymore but his grin grew as everyone else put the pieces together. When they figured out the answer they all gaped and it was silent.

Kaname felt like a child caught doing something he's not supposed to do.

Aido stood. "KIRYU!" a nod. "Not a different Kiryu but the one here? Who is perfect? And carries a gun? And gives scary glares?!" Another shy nod and the blond went into fetal position. "Oh my god! Oh my god! Oh my god!" he mumbled over.

Ruka didn't think it was so bad. "Oh shut up Hana! It's not that bad!"

Kain crossed his arms. "Talk about reaching for the moon-ow! Ruka! Ow! Ow!" Ruka pinched his ear.

"I agree with Ruka," Rima stated. "Kiryu is not as he was before." She smiled at the pureblood. "It's romantic."

"IT'S CRAZY!" Aido blurted out receiving a fist to the head from Ruka and Rima.

Shiki chuckled. "He has a point but doesn't mean it can't happen." He turned to Aido. "Are you against it because Kiryu is an ex-human and hunter?"

Aido nursed his head as he answered. "No that's not the reason. It's just, he doesn't seem like the type to go for men. Much less vampires."

"I don't know, I think he'll look past that." Takuma added in. "All of us just need to push him in the right direction!"

Kaname smiled in thanks.

"Ya but only one problem: Yuuki." Kain pointed out and everyone sagged a bit.

"Oh yeah, how do we deal with her?" Rima blinked.

Ruka crossed her arms. "We can always sick Simone' on her." She mumbled.

"I would like that," Simone' said as she walked in, her tail and ears out. "It would give them both privacy and time together." Everyone blinked. "Oh! Sorry to intrude but I came to check up on you guys, well on Kaname, to make sure he told you everything."

"He did and maybe you can help us with this predicament." Takuma said.

Simone' smiled. "Of course! Sherri, Handro, and Yori will help to!" She chirped sitting by Seiren and Ruka, letting the women touch her ears. Fascination was on both their faces as they gently played with them. Rima sat near them and hugged Simone's tail.

"So have thought about how to spend time with Zero?" She asked the pureblood.

"Not yet, we were discussing how to deal with Yuuki."

Simone' hummed. "Hmmm, well dealing with Yuuki will be easy. You just have to disappear from sight, like falsely going to a meeting with the council or chairman…You can choose to lie to her about where you've been or just tell her it is none of her business. What you do is entirely up to you."

"The question is how to go about it though-"

A loud purr erupted from her breaking all the serious tension. Ruka had scratched behind her ear and Simone' leaned into her touch.

Since Simone' was too busy purring Kain took over explaining. "We can keep her distracted while leading her on about where you are."

Kaname thought it about it and nodded. "That can work."

Aido nodded. "It can we could even get others in on it."

"No, not too many people can know. That will make her suspicious and then she'll start snooping." Simone' stated. "So it will go like this, you will be seen but at same time you won't." She grinned.

"All it will take is a simple illusion. Which by the way is my specialty."

~ Next day~

Zero was at the stable brushing his favorite mare, Lily. A thoughtful frown was on his face as his thoughts were on one Kaname Kuran. His mind was like a storm right now.

He didn't know why but every time he thought about the pureblood or pictured his beautiful smile he feel would warm and his heart would start pounding. Also he and the pureblood began meeting up at the stables after he was done with perfect duties, and the two would spend time together, they've been hanging out with each other more after the dance. When Kaname smiled or laugh Zero would suddenly feel at peace and content.

Zero sighed it was odd, yet he liked it.

The moments he spent with him was something he looked forward to and treasured.

He stopped brushing Lily. "Why does it feel like it's more than that?" He pondered out loud, staring into space. A nudge from Lily brought him from his musing. He apologized and led her out of her stall to the field outside.

The sun started setting and the weather was cool.

He took the reins off setting them on the fence before patting her side. Lily trotted off into field with the other horses and began to graze. Zero sat down on the ground and resumed his thinking.

Kaname.

Kaname.

Would he show up today, like the other days?

"I hope so…"Zero said aloud, a small smile on his face.

Lily hearing her master talk trotted over to him, resting her snout on his head and began nibbling at his hair.

Zero mocked growled. "Oi! My hair isn't hay!" Lily laid down behind him then huffed in his face before nuzzling him. Zero reached a hand up and petted the stallion. "Do you think our guest will show up today?" As if she understood him Lily gave a wide nod.

Laughing Zero rested against her and massaged a spot behind her left ear. "I think so to…"

"Think what Zero?"

Zero jumped and turned around to find Kaname approaching. He was wearing white jeans and a black long sleeve button up shirt. Standing to his feet he stuttered. "K-Kaname! Aren't you supposed to be in class?" Lily got up and went over to the pureblood nudging him with her head.

Kaname smiled. "I'm taking a sick day." He replied making Zero snort in amusement. "And what about you perfect-san?" he raised an eyebrow. "Aren't you supposed to be patrolling?" He gave the stallion a pet and sugar cube in greeting .

Zero smirked. "I called in sick." He smiled when he heard soft laughter. "But Handro is covering for me."

"I see. So you've been here the whole time?"

"Kind of." Zero shrugged before perking up. "There's something that I want to show you." He grabbed Kaname's hand and started walking more out towards the field they jumped over the fence and went inside the forest.

The two weren't really dressed for hiking and such but that didn't deter them. They were deeper in the forest and the further in they went the higher the ground beneath their feet rose. The grass was taller and more trees appeared, and somewhere along the way a little family of foxes tagged along. Zero explained to the pureblood how he and Simone' usually came out here to train and play with animals.

By the time the two reached their destination the moon was already high in the sky. Zero was in the lead and slightly out of breath and covered in dirt, Kaname was in the same condition. They reached a small hill that over looked a small valley, it was nice and secluded. There was a small creek that ran through and the bank was covered in fresh green grass with lavender glowing in the moonlight.

Kaname was in awe as he gazed at the area. "This is what you wanted to show me?" A shy nod. "This place is beautiful Zero."

'Not as beautiful as you…' Zero thought smiling before he realized what he thought. 'The hell? Where did that come from?'Perplexed but not showing it Zero watched as Kaname moved ahead of him and started to carefully walk down the steep hill. Zero followed after him.

"How did you find this place?"

Zero blinked and before he had a chance to answer his foot snagged on a root. Next thing he knew he collided into Kaname, who wrapped his arms around Zero, and both went tumbling down the hill in tangled limbs.

When they came to stop Zero groaned, he landed on his side but he noticed the pain was that great. He sat up, or at least tried to, yet something was restricted him. He blinked a couple of times then looked at his waist. He blinked again because arms that did not belong to him were wrapped around his slim waist.

The hunter did a double check and felt his cheeks heat up at how close he and the pureblood were.

He was practically on top of Kaname, who cushioned his fall.

Zero had his right hand on Kaname's chest, his muscled well-toned chest-

'Stop it!' He mentally yelled to himself clenching his eyes shut.

"Are you hurt Zero?" Kaname gazed at him in worry while still under the hunter.

Zero opened his eyes and quickly scurried off of him, sitting in front of him while bowing his head in embarrassment. "N-No, I'm alright." He gazed at the other. "Are you okay? You took most of the fall."

Kaname sat up smiling. "I'm fine. I barely felt a thing…Zero? What's wrong why are making that face?" Kaname only blinked in confusion, the silverette was laughing at him. He didn't mind, he loved the sound flowing from his mate to be. It's wonderful, he thought smiling a pleased smile.

The vampire wanted to see his smiles and hear his laughter every day.

Zero tried to reign in his laughter when Kaname asked him why he was making a funny face. The reason was because the pureblood had pieces of grass sticking out of his hair which was disheveled and messy, making a comical sight.

"I'm s-sorry." He gasped out. "It's just your hair." He snickered while reaching out and removing the grass tangled in his hair then attempted to straighten his hair. 'So soft.' Zero continued to run fingers through silky hair unknowingly pleasing the vampire.

Kaname leaned into Zero's touch enjoying being near him. "Zero, you never answered." He felt Zero stop running fingers through his hair.

Zero reluctantly removed his hands from soft and silky locks. "Oh! I found it one day last year! I was just walking around and stumbled across it." He said shrugging. "I started coming here because it was relaxing and soothing."

"Coming here is your way of escaping then."

"Yeah." A few foxes tumbled next to Zero and he smiled petting the creatures. "And I come here to think." The fox in his lap sat up and went over to Kaname playfully nipping at his hand. "I enjoy the peace it brings."

Kaname nodded understanding while rubbing a fox's belly. "Do you have a place you can escape to Kaname?" Zero tilted his head.

Kaname rested his arm on a raised knee humming in thought. "I can't really say I do…" He smiled apologetically. "There has never been a place where I could escape from society and my duties."

Zero frowned. It must have been over bearing for Kaname sometimes, dealing with the council and Yuuki must really wear him down. Also with having no place to get away from it all just made it worse.

Zero perked up. Maybe he could fix that.

"You can come here!" He exclaimed startling Kaname and the foxes.

"Are you su-"

"Yes!"

"But Zero," Kaname began protesting. "This your place. I don't wanted to intrude-"

"Kaname," He interrupted softly. "I don't own this place." He smiled. "You deal with a lot and you rarely show how pressured and stressed you are." His smile then became teasing. "I'll share!" He grinned. "Just come here whenever you feel like you're about to break or anything. Okay?"

Figuring arguing would be pointless Kaname smiled. "Alright." Kaname felt more at peace when he was given a bright smile.

Yes he would come here.

And maybe his silvered haired beauty would be here.

~ Back at the academy~

Handro and Simone' were finishing up their patrol when a red fox ran up to them panting slightly before bowing and then barking.

Simone' picked up the creature. "Really, they're there?"

Handro lifted an eyebrow when the animal starting yipping and barking, also throwing in some growls with Simone' nodding at what she was told. He watched as Simone' nodded one last time before picking the fox up and pecking the small creature's muzzle, cradling it in her arms and turned to him.

"It's about those two." She smiled. "They're together right now at Zero's sanctuary." Both began walking to the night dorms.

Handro hummed. "Well it's going smoothly…" he patted Simone' on the head. "He's really serious…"

"Ya, he told me they've been meeting at the stables for a really long time... I think they've been hanging out ever since the dance."

"So a few months." Handro turned to Simone'. "Has anything intimate happen?"

Simone' shook her head. "No not yet, he wants Zero to realize first."

"He's considering he's feelings and not rushing. That's good, the wolf has patience." Handro smiled. "I have a feeling the wolf will be rewarded for having such patience." The female grinned. "Also, I believe Zero will be coming to us with certain questions."

"Yep!" she chirped. "I can't wait for things to really start rolling!"

Handro laughed. "Yes, but remember we need Zero to come to us before the next phase can start."

"Hai!" They waited outside the gate, knowing a few minutes the night class would show up. While they waited Simone' played with fox messenger.

~ In the night class~

Yuuki sat at her desk with a frown because her precious Kaname wasn't next to her.

Again.

It's has been like this for the last couple of months, Kaname would be gone to who knows where and when he was back he would always say he had paper work to do or even leave out again. It was so annoying! He shouldn't be doing those things, he should be spending time with her!

The last time he spent any time with her was to discipline her.

She was chewed out by him today for the way she treated her peers. Saying something along the lines of: They are your classmates and peers not your servants.'

It was embarrassing and humiliating because he chewed her out in front of all the night class students, even making her apologize. Then she was told if she continued to treat them as servants then something much worse than humiliation would be in store for her.

Yuuki didn't want that.

But she didn't agree with Kaname.

'We are purebloods! They should be worshiping us and be glad we even pay attention to them!' She quietly clicked her tongue. 'They aren't even worthy of breathing the same air as us!' She thought snobbishly before focusing back on the lecture.

When class was finally over the students filed out and some stayed behind and mingle. Kaname's circle of friends and Sherri escorted, by Kaname's request, Yuuki back to the dorms. As they arrived to dorms they saw Handro leaning against the wall with crossed arms and Simone's sitting on the ground playing with a fox. Both looked up and greeted them. Sherri walked up to Handro and kissed him deeply before she pulled back and kissed Simone' forehead getting cooing from Kaname's friends. Ruka, Rima, and Seiren along with other night class girls giggled over the fox in the black girl's arms, giggling more when they were given permission to pet.

Yuuki felt her eyes narrow in hate at the two but it was directly at Simone'. Her presence was ignored and she hated that.

"Wild animals are prohibited on school grounds," She said haughtily, those present turned to her annoyance showing on their faces, along with anger. "It needs to be rid of."

"Yuuki-hime," it was one of the night class students. "It's just a fox, he's not doing any harm." She said boldly yet meekly and bowed her head when Yuuki glared at her.

Sherri was about to give the pureblood a few choice words until Simone' spoke.

"It's not like I'm taking him inside the building!" She chirped. "And besides you see different types of birds here," She smiled. "Do you see security trying to chase them off when they land? Or going after rabbits and deer when they are seen grazing? This school is built near the forest and out in the country. You will see wild animals." Some on of the students smirked.

"A beast should learn to be quiet." Yuuki said. "And follow orders."

Those present actually glared at the pureblood, Sherri was held back by Handro. Even the fox in her arms began snarling at Yuuki. They all knew Simone' wasn't human or vampire but to refer to her as a beast was pushing it.

"That's going too far!" Aido shouted breaking the silence. Oh how he wish he could freeze her then break her into tiny pieces.

"It's alright Hanabusa." Simone' laughing lightly. "I've been called worst." She continued to smile though it looked darker. "I think I've been quiet long enough." She handed the fox to a student. "Lord knows I have." She walked towards Yuuki. "I wanted to spare your feelings." She stood a few feet away from the pureblood. "But I guess I need to set you straight."

Yuuki smiled pleasantly and with a mocking tone replied. "Oh? What could words from a monstrosity have to say?"

Simone' didn't take the bait other laid out. "Besides telling you what you should already know..."

Yuuki put a hand on her hip. "And that would be?"

Simone' looked up from examining her nails with a smirk. "That you're a bothersome exasperating inane insipid bitch."

The vampires all gaped.

They did not expect that from Simone'.

Sherri and Handro chuckled the female did not know what she was in for.

"You guys let this be a lesson to you." Handro told them and they turned back to the two females.

Yuuki was growling much to Simone' amusement. "Growling isn't very lady-like! You called me a beast." She chirped. "And you shouldn't be angry besides I thought you knew that already."

Yuuki strode up to her and raised her hand slapping the black girl hard. Simone's head turned but she kept eye contact with the brunette.

When Seiren prepared to move Sherri shook her head and the assassin didn't move.

Yuuki lowered her hand. "How dare you speak that way to me you filthy beast?" She raised her hand again slapping the other a second time. "I am pureblood! You need to learn to respect those higher than you! And when Kaname hears of this-" She never finished her sentence because she was slammed into a tree. She looked and saw she was pinned by the neck, arms, and legs, it was by this black things that were connected to Simone' tailbone. She blinked when the female appeared in front of her. Yuuki refuse to show her fear when light purple eyes clouded in more than anger regarded her.

"You know I straight up despise you." The girl said darkly. "You are a bane to society."

Everyone swallowed and continued to listen.

"I may be a beast in form but you my dear are a beast inside and out." She smiled darkly. "You being a weak ass pureblood means nothing to me." She hissed. "Rules of vampire society do not pertain to me."

Yuuki glared at her. "If you harm me the council and Kaname will-"

"The council will do nothing. Kaname will do nothing." She leaned close. "Let me tell you a few things," She tighten her tails to prevent Yuuki from moving. "You are pathetic and such a head ache. You cause those around you so much pain…I'm tired it. Was it not enough that you hurt Zero?"

Yuuki eyes widen as she flinched.

"No it wasn't. Now you've hurt your friends…Like Yori, who you bitched to whenever you had a bad day. She listened to your problems and doubts and helped you. And how do you repay her," she tilted her head. "You ignore her existence, making it seem like you were never friends."

Yuuki couldn't shake her head because of the tail around her neck. "T-That is not true!"

"Then there is the chairman, Ojii-chan," Simone' saw how the girl's eyes shifted in guilt. "Oh yes, you know exactly how you hurt him. He raised you as his own-"

"He isn't my real father!"

"And showed nothing but love. In return he wanted you to see him as a second father. All he wanted was for you to call him father." Simone' gaze turned it to pity. "I feel sorry for you. You fail to realize what you've lost. Then there is Kaname." She smirked when the other bristled in anger. "I'm surprised he puts up with you…"

"That's because he loves me!"

Simone' hummed. "Does he now? Haha, Are you sure that you aren't being delusional?"

Yuuki glared. "He does he told me so himself."

Simone' snorted. "He told you what you wanted to hear. Or maybe you took it out of context."

Yuuki having enough of her words sent out a blast of invisible air to push the other away from her but instead Simone' remained where she was, and she was still pinned to the tree. She looked at Simone' in surprise and shock. That was supposed to remove her and even damage her yet the black girl stood firm.

As if reading her thoughts Simone' spoke. "Like I said your weak…Even Yori could easily take you down...I wouldn't even need to use my powers to hurt you."

"If I wasn't pinned I would kill you here and now!" Yuuki hissed. "And believe me I will."

Simone' laughed in her face. "Really! Let me rephrase what I said." Simone' leaned back close to her face with an expression that had Yuuki shaking. "I can easily kill you without a thought." Her voice was soft yet cold. "There have been plenty of times were I came close to doing so."

"T-Then why haven't you?"

"Wow, you really are stupid? The only reason why I haven't is because you have people who care for you. I'm letting you live because Cross believes you will come around. Yori may not want nothing to do with you but she holds on to the hope that you will apologize to those you've hurt. Kaname knows how you are so he'll deal with you himself."

Yuuki felt like there was more. "What else?"

Simone' tilted her head. "That's all. Though know this: I'm reaching my limit with you. My patience is thin. I'm waiting for you to hurt another and when that happens your life will be mine to take. Kaname will not stop me. Neither will Cross or Yori." She removed her tails from Yuuki looking down at her in contempt as she crumpled to the floor shaking. "They permit you to live for now at least. Take this to heart," Yuuki looked up at her. "This beast could have killed you just now." And with that Simone' turned her back to her and walked back to the others who gaped in awe.

What they just saw was more than shock.

Never had they seen the female angry. It was appalling.

They were so used to seeing her happy and bouncy, always getting along with everyone. Disregarding if you were a friend or a complete stranger. She always made everyone comfortable and at home, also being a peacemaker when things got out of hand.

So to see her mad was more than scary.

It was downright terrifying.

Yuuki on the other hand got over her fear and glared at her. That was humiliating! How dare that freak talk to her like that! As if she was a mere child. She wouldn't let her get away with this.

Yuuki then used her telekinesis to hurt Simone' by hurling a ball of compressed air.

Simone' sensing the attack turned just in time and with a flick of her finger the attack was gone. She then took one step and was holding Yuuki up in the air by the neck.

"You must really want to die." She tightened her hold. Sherri and Handro intervene then trying to get her to let go but that only made her tightened grip more.

Yuuki struggled in her grasp and tried to breathe. A silent gasp left her lips when the grip tighten. She felt her vision blurring.

"Simone' that's enough!"

Simone' looked over to Kaname and Zero then back to Yuuki. "Next time I won't hesitate to snap your neck." Simone' growled before tossing Yuuki like a rag doll to Kaname's feet. Yuuki sat up coughing and trying to get air into her lungs.

'She-She was serious…She would have really killed me!' Yuuki thought shaking.

Kaname turned to Zero and gave an apologetic stare. 'I'll meet you tomorrow night.' He told him and Zero nodded before walking over to Simone' who was being scolded by Sherri.

Kaname then knelt down in front of Yuuki, he would not coddle her. He helped her to her feet and when she looked up at him with a smile Kaname felt disgusted. He gave her an emotionless stare and said, "I'm am disappointed with you Yuuki." That made Yuuki's smile fall and she started to explain. "Not another word Yuuki, I told you if you exhibit such behavior again you would be punished. Ruka."

"Yes Kaname-sama?"

"Please escort Yuuki to her room."

"Hai." She held out her hand for Yuuki to take but instead the other protested.

"Not another word Yuuki," Kaname snapped and he looked down at her with an angry frown. "You will go with Ruka and what in your room where I will deal with you."

Yuuki said nothing more and followed Ruka back to the dorm. Takuma along with Kain began telling the students to go ahead back to their dorms.

Kaname walked over to Simone' who had a pout while Sherri chewed her out.

"I regret nothing!"

"I don't care you can't go around choking people to death!"

"I still regret nothing! She had it coming it was either that or I rip of her head! Besides she started it." She whined. "And I was slapped twice and hit with her powers!"

"Even so you didn't need to choke her. Next time just slap her back." Sherri rolled her eyes when Simone' began mumbling. "No apple cider for 3 days."

"Lady you are out of your mind!" Simone' protested.

"A week."

"Fine! Okay I apologize! Stupid bimbo had it coming."

Sherri nodded and Kaname's group came over. The fox in Shiki arms, he gave the creature to Simone', who cuddle the fox.

"I apologize for what Yuuki's actions."

Sherri waved it away. "It's alright just keep her away from this one." She pointed to the vixen who was hugging Zero for comfort. "But you need to seriously set her straight or she'll end up getting killed." She and Handro turned on their heels and heading inside his friends following their example. It was just himself, Zero, and Simone' and the fox in her arms.

"I guess I will see you both tomorrow." He gave a warm smile to Zero before heading inside the gate.

Zero smiled and waved before lowering his hand when the doors closed, he sighed and turned when he saw a grinning Simone' bouncing on her heels around him in circles.

"What?"

"Soooo you and Kaname…"

He blushed. "We only hung out today."

Simone' smiled softly. "I'm glad you two are friends."

Zero smiled in return. "Thanks…Come on I'll cook you dinner, since I know you haven't eaten." He chuckled when Simone' cheered and followed after telling the fox in her arms that he could stay with her tonight and go back to the forest tomorrow.

Zero felt light he enjoyed his time with Kaname.

He always did but today was different.

He learned about the pureblood's life and all he been through. It was sad yet wonderful and inspiring. In return he told Kaname about his life as well and he had to admit it felt good to get it off his chest.

Zero looked up at the moon. 'I can't wait to see you tomorrow Kaname.'

A certain pureblood was thinking the same thing.

'Zero.'

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AN: Well that is it chapter 2! I hope you guys enjoyed it and the little Kaname and Zero time! So for the last little bit is crappy but I had to get this up and to you guys so the end is a bit rushed. So yeah!

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