2

The Others

Sweat began to bead on my hairline as I made my way to Lord Len's room with his breakfast.

"Breathe," I whispered to myself, "He is just a person. He breathes, and eats, and shits like the rest of us. Breathe," I, lightly, bounced my knuckles against the hard oak doors that would open up to his room.

"Yes?" his voice was muffled by the door. I opened it, balancing the tray on my forearm.

"L-Lord Kagamine? I have your meal," I said, for some reason forgetting the word 'breakfast'. He nodded, and I noticed Lady Rin in his bed beside him.

"Oh. Lady Kagamine. I-I didn't know you were in here. Did you want something as well?" I asked, obvious confusion on my face. She smiled at me, her pink, plump lips spreading over her cheeks, forming dimples.

"No. I think I will just pick off my brother's plate." She said, her voice a bit scratchy. Len looked over at me, and I handed him the silver tray.

"By the way, it's you who will be serving us for now on, am I correct?" he asked, looking up from his tray.

"Y-yes my Lord," I said, slightly bowing.

"My name is Kain; I'm assigned to assist both of you in any manner you would wish," I said, trying to directly remember what Lady Sachiko said to me exactly.

"Well, Kain. I hope to see you more often," Lady Rin said to me, smiling again, and tilting her head slightly to the right. I nodded, unsure of what to do at this time. After bowing to them both, I left their room, making my way towards my own.

I walked into my bathroom, undressing, and getting to my shower. Though it made me nervous, it was nice to serve them. Because I get to speak and serve them directly, I get the highest perks a servant can get. I stood there, letting the warm water hit my body, relaxing my neck, looking at my feet. I thought of them, but, Lord Len seemed to take over my mind, Why was he in bed with Lady Rin? I know they are close, but…

I placed my hand on the back of my neck, and sighed. They looked the same, so, did it matter which one I thought of? I shook my head, getting rid of some of the water in my hair.

Gripping on to the handle, I brought the weight up to my shoulder, and then back down to a right angle with my elbow. Lifting weights was the only way to waste my time, though, it did help my body, I hated it. It was boring, and, though time flew by, it didn't take my mind off anything. Actually, it seemed to make me think more. Droning through each exercise, bored the hell out of me. Getting down on my hands, I went through a few push ups, and then, gripping onto the metal bar, a few chin ups.

I had already realized I wasn't normal. I could remember through my childhood, my mind was full of things a young boy's mind shouldn't be. I was years past my actual age in everything. I was incredibly strong, smart, and mature than the other boys of my class. My parents had expected so much out of me, but, my head seemed to always be in the clouds. I was never interested in school, or dating, or comics, or stuff like that. I was more interested in myself than anything. I was, and still am, very intrapersonal. I feel like I learn something new about myself every day. And because of this, I felt like I learned more about other people as well. I was an observer.

Walking past a mirror that was just long enough for me to see my waste up, I stopped. Placing my fingers on my chest, I retraced the scar that ran from my collar bone, to my stomach. As I traced the thin lines, I wondered why I showered before I worked out…

Aside from the twins, others were allowed to stay here as well. Lady Sachiko found it lonely for her children to be left in such quarters as these by themselves. Her traditions were rather modernized, but still based on the old ways. It was tradition for the children of any high monarchy to be given their own living quarters by the age sixteen. And the twins will be sixteen next month. It was a wonderful opportunity for me to serve them, not only because of who they were, but because of their age.

Being only 18 years of age, I was forced to serve many younger children between the ages of five and thirteen, where I was merely a babysitter. Sometimes, I was assigned to those between the ages of thirty and as old as seventy, where I was mocked for being a "rude, lazy, ungrateful child". I found it funny that the wealthier a person was, the more bitter they would be in their older ages.

I assisted the twins in getting prepared for their guests, whom all had their own servants. It surprised me how non dependent the two of them were on me. Sure, I had to assist them, but I wasn't told to do everything for them, as I usually am. They seriously impressed me.

There were four others to stay in this home. They were all the children of someone important, or were themselves, important. They came one at a time, as it was scheduled this way. Each of them were escorted by someone, weather their parents or friends, or other family members. And each looked to be in a fashion show, as if they had to impress each other.

The first to arrive was Miss Hatsune Miku. The daughter of Toji Hatsune, a diplomat of ours, she was a good friend of the Kagamine family, and good to keep around. She was best known for her long aqua hair, which seemed to always be put up in two ties at the top of her head. She was affectionately named "Lady of Green". She was a bright happy girl, with an optimistic look towards everything. Her lips were always tugged into a smile and her eyes seemed to always sparkle.

Next was Ms. Margerine Luka. She was older, and more mature than the others. The daughter of the retired monarchy of a neiboring country, she was good to have around in a manipulating, detailed scheme to expand. Though, at the same time, her family had always been in good relations with our country, and the twins. Lady Rin found her as a role model and almost like the sister she never had. She wore her bright red, almost pink, hair long and loose. Her love was gold. Jewelry, beads, clips, accessories, dresses, anything gold she could get her hands on. Though rich, she wasn't selfish. She simply took what was offered to her in a kind way. When her family was in rule, whatever they took, they would have to give something back to the people, and was fondly known for giving as much as they could.

Next was Lady Meiko, whom had her own place by Lady Sachiko's side in government. She was the eldest of the guests, well into her early thirties. She was kind, and had a provocative side of her that she seemed to never be put away. She was all about sex. She seemed to look the best, even while drastically under dressing, literally. She completely disguised her age by dressing in short skirts, belly shirts, and thigh boots with a heal that could kill a man as easily as a knife could. She wore clothing that was close to underwear, and was never questioned for it. She had dark brunet hair that she wore short, and always dressed in red. She wasn't big on jewelry, but sure as hell spent just as much without it. I silently questioned her arrival.

The last was the only male guest, whom was said to be requested by Lord Len himself, Lord Kaito. He was a close relative to Lady Meiko, and a very good friend to Lord Len. His hair was messy, as if wind-blown, and a deep blue. He wore a long blue-tinted scarf through any weather, and claimed that his popsicle addiction would take care of any heat wave that overcame him. He was very light on purchasing things, and rarely wore anything of extreme high value. He served mainly as a male figure for Lord Len to take after. And after speaking to Lord Kaito for a while, I was glad to hear so.

The day dragged on in a busy frenzy to care for the needs for our new guests. After dinner, I decided to help Jenny with some of the kitchen duties. Jenny was a good friend of mine, a servant. She worked mostly in the kitchen and did most the cooking and cleaning. She was about 29, and had always talked to me gently. Though I did not view her as a love interest, it seemed as if there wasn't a day where I wasn't with her at least once.

"How's the new life Kai?" she asked me, referring to my new assignment, the twins.

"Ah, my dear Jenny, life is but what you make of your surroundings. Being surrounded by you is all I need to fulfill my daily cup of happiness," I said, proud of my word choice.

"Well Kai, If my ear beholds the words you speak of clearly, thy's tong is but flapping in an open hole to lies," she replied, lifting her head high and speaking in almost a British undertone. A smile spread over my lips, as she copied my speech.

"My beloved Jenny," I spoke softly, getting down on one knee and taking her soapy hand in mine, "My only true happiness comes from the touch of your overworked-hands, and the glittering stretch of your lips that only seems to lighten the sky's stars. Let those stars look upon me with their blue iris, and thine pupil may reflect my face in an everlasting stare," she giggled, and her smile seemed to brighten the entire room.

"And love?" she asked me, grabbing a towel and whipping off her free hand.

"Shall it rest deep within your breast, and let your divine lips admit it to my soul without interruption, forever more," I said, smiling at her. A slight thud interrupted our improved love speech. I looked over my shoulder and immediately stood at the sight of Lord Len's face.

"U-uhh, My Lord…" I scrambled to my feet, and Jenny curtsied and I bowed.

"I apologize; I fear I have interrupted you two," he spoke quietly.

"Oh, oh no My Lord, don't worry, we weren't doing anything. What is it you need?" and at that moment, my hands once again became clammy, and Jenny seemed to vanish.