Chapter 2, enjoy~
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Chapter 2: Leone Akana pounces
Kuro stood smiling his polite smile while orienting his eyes directly at the Mistress of the grand mansion. The Mistress of the mansion had a devious smirk on her face, crossing her leg while looking back at him. Kuro can't help but fell a little threatened and uneasy. As silence starts to take over the surroundings, Iemitsu finally broke the awkward moment with a yawn and stretches himself.
Iemitsu: Sate~ we shall leave him in your care then~
Kuro: *quickly turns; eyes in disbelief* Sir, you cannot be serious about this, are you?
Iemitsu: *grins happily; ruffles Kuro's hair like a kid* Of course I am~ you're the official envoy of the Vongola family and certainly you have to stay here and accomplish your job~
Kuro: But I don't understand, what is my job?
Iemitsu: You'll be staying here and explaining the Vongola ties and current situation to Miss Akana there~ *points at Akana*
Akana: Hmph~ *looks away*
Kuro: *looks at Akana with a blank face; turns back* Sir, with all due respect. Please don't leave me here alone….with them.
Iemitsu: Relax~ it will all go by quickly and before you know it~ it will be time to leave~ *pats his shoulder* Have a good stay then, Kuro~ *walks out*
Kuro: C-Chotto, S-Sir!
Oregano: I wish you good luck then. *follow*
Kuro: Oregano too!
Iemitsu: We'll come by and visit after a few days~ *walks out*
Kuro: *standing there twitching and clenching his fist with an irritated mark on it* How could I get myself into this!
Akana: Oi, you!
Kuro: ….*sighs; turns around* Yes, Miss Akana?
Akana: Ahem~ *smirks* As the great and rightful owner of the Leone family, I have rights to be called in a more respectful way.
Kuro: *thoughts* Gaki…..*polite smile* Of course, my apologies. Ojou-sama…..
Akana: Hmph~ Now, I think you 'll need to have a room to stay? You can take the empty room upstairs, nobody uses it anyway. Maid!
Maid: *gestures the way politely* This way please, Kuro-sama.
Kuro: Thank you for commodity, Ojou-sama. *about to walk off*
Akana: Matte.
Kuro: ….*stops* Yes, is there something else, Ojou-sama?
Akana: I want you to come to the garden tomorrow at 8 o clock. And be punctual.
Kuro: ….*nods* As you wish. Good night then. *walks off*
Kizuna: …Ojou-sama, do you think he is really trustworthy?
Akana: Hn, we'll see. But for now, he seems very gullible and I want to take advantage of that~ *smirks happily; leans onto her soft sofa* This will be fun~
Kizuna: ….*nods* …
At the room
Maid: *opens the door* Here is your room, Kuro-sama.
Kuro: *walks in; eyes widened* S-Sugoi…
*The room was decorated with silk made curtains; animal stripes carpet and many fanciful paintings and antic vases. There is also a king-size bed especially made for a king.*
Kuro: I-Is this really….a…guest…room….?
Maid: Correct, Kuro-sama. All of our room are specially decorated and is filled with the finest materials found on the lands. It is our mistress's hobby to have every room decorated in different unique styles.
Kuro: And this one is…?
Maid: Decorated with the theme of King Midas's touch.
Kuro: ….*sweat drop; nervous smile* Your mistress is really…..creative….
Maid: Neither less, she is quite tiring.
Kuro: Eh?
Maid: Opps, i-if excuse me then, Kuro-sama. Please enjoy your stay here. *bows then leaves*
Kuro: *closes the door; took a deep breath; yelps for joy* I can't believe it!
*Suddenly Kuro felt something shaking inside his pocket*
Kuro: Oh, my phone…*took out his phone* Hello~?
Kyon: Yo ~Yo~ Prince Charming~!
Kuro: Hey, Kyon~ how is it going?
Kyon: Really smoothly~ Hehehe~
Kuro: Smoothly? Is it now~?
Kyon: Of course, why would you-
Reborn: *background* You're doing it all wrong, Dame- Tsuna!
Tsuna: *background* But I'm trying!
Reborn: If you do that again, I'll shoot your legs.
Tsuna: HIIIIIEEEEEE!
Kuro: Oh….Smooth~ Alright.
Kyon: *sighs tiredly*Okay, I admit it. Things aren't really going well with Tsuna's training.
Kuro: *plops onto the bed; hugging the pillow* Training?
Kyon: Adequate training.
Kuro: *whistle* Way to go, Tsuna.
Kyon: A long way to go alright. *sighs* But enough about that, what's the situation in that mansion? Don't tell me, Gigantic and-
Kuro: Majestic. Not to mention I have a room that is suitable for a king to live in!
Kyon: You're So~~~~ Lucky!
Kuro: Hn~ Well apart from the Mistress of the house.
Kyon: And why is that?
Kuro: She's a total brat…I have to put up with her for a few weeks! This is torture.
Kyon: Oh, come on~ you are an expert in handling brats and kids. I'm positively sure you will-*background starts to have firing gunshot sounds*
Kuro: Um, Kyon….why is there gunshots!
Kyon: S-Sorry Lisa, but I gotta go! I'll call you back later! Reborn, stop it! You'll kill him!
Tsuna: HIIIIEEEEEEE! TATSUKETTE!
Reborn: How many times I said before, Dame-Tsuna. Fork on left, Spoon on Right.
Tsuna: I'M SORRY!
*The phone hung up*
Kuro: …..*keeps back her phone* Poor Tsuna. Oh well~ *starches himself* Time to get some well-deserved rest on my kingly bed~ *smiling happily*
As Kuro switched off the lights and drifted off to slumber, a shadowy figure stood on the tree branch outside, glazing at him with a pair of blood-red beastly eyes. The strange beast's jaw curved into a feral smirk and vanishing into the night as a cold gust of wind blew past.
buThe next morning; Leone grand mansion
Kuro: *still snuggled up inside her blanket* …..
bSfx: Knock on the door/b
Maid: Kuro-sama…..?
Kuro: U-Ugh….W-What?
Maid: Kuro-sama, is there something wrong with your voice?
Kuro: ! *fake cough; changes to a deeper tone* I'm sorry….*cough* I…think I caught a flu…*cough*
Maid: I-I see…I are you alirght? Do you need-
Kuro: N-No need, Its not a serious condition. May I know what you have come to find me?
Maid: Oh, its because of our Mistress. She would like to meet you now in the gardens.
Kuro: R-Really? *remembers the promise* O-Of course, I'll be right there in a minute! *jumps off the bed and into the bathroom*
Maid: May I be of any assistance, Kuro-sama?
Kuro: *brushing teeth* N-No! *almost swallow the toothpaste ; quickly spits it out* I'm just fine on my own!
Maid: If you wish then.
Kuro: *pulling his hair back; tying it* How could I forget the promise? Ugh….*opens the door* Ohayo~
Maid: G-Good morning, Kuro-sama. *looking at him*
Kuro: Yes? Is there something wrong with my hair…or…clothes? *looking around his body*
Maid: O-Oh no. its just my….imaginations….*looks away; blush* Please, this way.
Kuro: Um….alright…*follows*
*At the gardens*
Akana: *sitting on a white chair sipping at her tea*
Maid: Ojou-sama, I have brought Kuro-sama here.
Akana: Very well then, you may be excused.
Maid: *bows and leaves*
Kuro: *looking at Akana; thoughts* As expected of bring born in a high class society.
Akana: Take a sit.
Kuro: *sits down* How can I be of assistance?
Akana: Now, when did I ask for your help? *puts down the cup on the saucer*
Kuro: Then, why did you call me out here?
Akana: Hm….? *smirks* Well, I thought that it would be fun~
Kuro: *twitch* Fun?
Akana: *chuckles* That expression is just priceless~!
Kuro: *irritated mark; thoughts* This kid….*strained smile* Really? Thank…you….
Akana: That's not a compliment.
Kuro: But I'll take that as one.
Akana: Do you know the consequences of defying our family?
Kuro: I'm not sure but neither less I have not done anything too serious or life-threatening. So I guess you can't try to sue me with no genuine proof...*fake bright smile* Ne~?
Akana: *gripping onto her saucer; thoughts* Damn, I can't believe this guy dares to talk back. Nobody would even have the guts just to try and defy me. Hn, this will be interesting.
Kizuna: *looking at Akana then turns back*
Akana: Fine~ then I have a job for you!
Kuro: Really? Now is it?
Akana: Hn~ *points at a tree* My most valuable bracelet is somewhere up in that tree.
Kuro: *looks at the tree* Can't you climb it?
Akana: *eyes widened a bit then narrowed* How dare you- *took a deep breath* Let me get this straight, you're a guest in my house and also an honorable envoy sent here to guide and serve us. So….now is your time to proof that.
Kuro: *looks at the tall oak tree* …What about your bodyguard?
Akana: Kizuna 's first priority is to stay by my side and protect me from dangers, so she cannot reach the bracelet.
Kuro: *sighs; a little sarcastic tone* What a "logical" reason, Ojou-sama.
Akana: *smiling but veins popping out* ….Then, go.
Kuro: *sighs resignedly* As you wish. *walks to the oak tree*
Kizuna: Ojou-sama, is this really necessary? He-
Akana: I want to test him~ See if he is….worthy enough….I guess…
Kizuna: …I guess….?
Akana: Ooh~! Just forget it!
Kuro slowly walks up to the giant oak tree that stood tall and broad before him. He glazed up, following the barks of the wooden giant. He can't help but let out a sigh of tiredness and resign. Akana sat there giggling the while away, imagining the failures of Kuro and this futile try to try and climb the huge tree, knowing very well that that huge giant was a relic feature in her family and is known as the hugest and tallest tree that has ever lived till the present time. Kizuna gave a glance at her Mistress and was about to open her mouth before feeling a warm soft breeze blowing pass her cheeks. She and her Mistress turned, shocked and surprised at the situation.
*Kuro was standing in mid-air, gradually walking his way on thin air towards the top of the oak tree*
Akana: H-H-How!
Kizuna: *thoughts* Could it be…? That symbol on his ring…? *looks up at Kuro* A Wind user….
Akana: Wind! *turns back at Kuro* That cocky idiot can bend wind into his liking!
Kizuna: …..It seems like it, Ojou-sama.
Kuro: Yosh~ *grabs the bracelet; waves it at Akana* I got it, Ojou-sama~!
Akana: *girt teeth* Sonna!
Kuro: *lands down softly on his feet* There you go. *passes the bracelet to Akana*
Akana: F-Forget the bracelet! How could you do that!
Kuro: Huh?
Akana: Don't you act ignorant! That trick, you were practically flying in mid-air!
Kuro: Oh that…well, all you have to do is concentrate on the wind currents and they will bend and morph to your-
Akana: *stomping her feet* I know, I know! I was saying about your ring!
Kuro: *slightly miffed look* Well, sorry if I didn't answer it correctly. You were just inquiring the wrong questions.
Akana: Grr….you dare insult me?
Kizuna: Ojou-sama, please calm down.
Kuro: *thoughts; remembers* Iemitsu: Behave yourself. *sighs* Okay, I apologize, Ojou-sama.
Akana: *looks at him for a while; smirks* Hmph~ if you think I'll forgive you then you're wrong~!
Kuro: *thoughts* She's….a….spoiled…..brat….I can't stand these types!
Kizuna: Ojou-sama…
Akana: Hn~ And for that you shall do another task!
Kuro: ….Alright.
Akana: You must….*looks around desperately; notices the lake; smirks* Make that lake black!
Kizuna: Ojou-sama, that is just-
Akana: Quiet, Kizuna.
Kuro: *thoughts* So this is what happens when she blows, saying nonsense. *looks at the lake* Black?
Akana: *nods arrogantly* Correct and I suppose you can't do that so why don't you-
Kuro: Okay.
Akana: ! What! That is just absurd! Nobody can turn the lake black! So just get on your knees and apologize deeply to me!
Kuro: …..Well, it was your order, so I have to obey, right? And besides, you don't really understand what I'm capable of.
Akana: Don't you go-
*Suddenly the glow of the clear lake goes dim, it slowly turns into grey color then finally to total blackness.*
Akana: *gawking at the sight*
Kizuna: *speechless; eyes in shock*
Kuro: There, as you have wanted.
Akana: *sticks her face at Kuro; closing in on him* HOW DID YOU DO THAT! WHAT KIND OF TRICKERY IS THIS! WHERE DID ALL THE LAKE'S COLOR GONE TO!
Kuro: …..Calm down, Ki-I mean…Ojou-sama.
Akana: No! *glaring at Kuro in a childish way* I want to know the truth now!
Kuro: *Sweat drop; thoughts* What a brat. *sighs* Okay Okay, ease your temper. I just took away the glow from the lake and thereby causing light to not exist in the part of the lake; ultimately the darkness underneath the blue lake will surface and take over.
Akana: ….
Kuro: You understand now?
Akana: *opens her mouth; took a deep breath* THAT IS JUST STUPID TALK!
Kuro: *plugging his ears tightly*
Kizuna: *crossing her arms; calm look* …..
Akana: you must have poured something in there! You must have! *runs to the lake*
Kizuna: Ojou-sama, wait! Its too dangerous!
Kuro: Oi, Kid!
Akana: You called me kid! I'll show you-*slips and falls into the lake*
Kizuna: ! Ojou-sama!
Kuro: Tch! *runs towards the lake and jumps right in*
Akana: *coughing; splashing about in the water* H-Help….!
Kizuna: *gritting teeth; clenching onto her sword; turns to the door* Quick, Servants!
Kuro: *closes in on Akana* A-Akana!
Akana: *suddenly tires out; sinks into the water* ….
Kuro: ! Akana! *took a long deep breath; dives*
Akana: *sinking slowly; looking around* So…..I'm going to die like this…?
?: Mama~ Papa~!
?: Akana!
Akana: Pa….pa…..? *looks up*
Akana look up to behold a figure swimming towards her, reaching out his hand, beckoning to her. Behind the figure was a great burst of light, slowly closing in, she tiredly raised her hand and in return grasped onto tightly by the mysterious palm. The Pure white glow blasted around them, blinding Akana into a deep concussion.
?: Ojou….sama…
Akana: H-Huh?
?: *voice gets clearer* Ojou-sama!
Akana: *opens her eyes* W-What?
Kizuna: Oh thank god, you're alright Ojou-sama!
Akana: What…What happened?
Kizuna: You slipped from the edge of the lake and feel right into the dark pool….That guest had saved you.
Akana: Guest…? Hayashi?
Kizuna: Yes….
Akana: …He didn't hesitate…?
Kizuna: I sensed no fear and hesitation in his eyes; he was completely determined and assured when he jumped in there to rescue you.
Akana: …*remembers* ?: Akana! *clenches her fist* Where is that guy now?
Kizuna: He seems to have gone back to his room….
Akana: *slowly stood up and dusted herself* Then I'll be going ahead.
Kizuna: Ojou-sama, why don't I-
Akana: No need, I can go by myself…*walks off*
*In Kuro's room*
Kuro: HACHOOO! *rubs her nose as a towel hangs over his head* What was I thinking….jumping in there….It was pitch black for god sake!
Shin: *curls next to him; licking his hand*
Kuro: ….*smiles* Yeah, Yeah…*pets him* It was for the best….
Shin: *growls happily*
Sfx: Knock~ Knock~
Kuro: Huh? Who's there?
Akana: It's…me….
Kuro: …..Okay boy, time to go home.
Shin: *growls dejectedly then returns into his box*
Kuro: Come in.
Akana: *walks in; about to open mouth; notices Kuro* !
Kuro: What's wrong?
Akana: *thuoghts* He…..is….not….that….bad….looking…with his hair…down….
Kuro: *confused* Um, Ojou-sama?
Akana: ! *clears throats; faint blush* I-I came here….to…apologize…for my….rude behavior.
Kuro: Hm….I see.
Akana: And…for making you…do all those…stupid tasks….
Kuro: …..Oh….
Akana: ….
*Awkward silence*
Akana: …I should be going now! *turns to the door; about to open it*
Kuro: Ojou-sama.
Akana: …Yes?
Kuro: …..*warm smile* Thank you for coming all this way to apologize. I accept your forgiveness gratefully.
Akana: ! *blush* I-I-I-I, who said I….I….! *turns*
Kuro: Wait, Ojou-sama, you haven't open the-
Akana: *walks right into the door; knocks her head on the door* I-Itai…..*glances at Kuro ; blushing; opens the door and walks out*
Kuro: ….*watches her leave* What's up with her?
Akana: *walking on the hallway* …
Kuro: …..*warm smile* Thank you for coming all this way to apologize. I accept your forgiveness gratefully.
Akana: *shakes her head; faint blush*That guy….no way….
Glitch~~ Omakes~~~
Kuro: *starching head in embarrassment* Why am I here again?
Vento: To initiate your male charisma and get fan girls!
Kuro: *twitch* GO TO HELL!
Vento: Maa~ But more importantly we're here to thank those who read our chapters~ Now go and get yourself some fangirls~!
Kuro: NO!
Vento: All you have to do is thank them!
Kuro: With what? *saw a small board shown to him; blushing* YOU PREVERT!
Vento: DO IT OR THE BOOK OF BEAUTIFUL HAIR GET IT!
Kuro: *twitching*
ACTION~!
Kuro: *mutters* I'll kill that creator once I- *noticed the cameras* …A-Ahem. *smiles warmly* Welcome, and nice to meet you all~ *bows gracefully* my name is Hayashi Kuro, envoy for the Vongola Family. *smile* It is a pleasure to meet all of you~
Vento: *behind cameras; whisper* Say it!
Kuro: Grr…..*looks back at the camera; smiling politely* I would like to extend my deepest gratitude for tuning into this chapter, we wish that you readers out there had enjoy yourself while succumbing yourself in the world of KHR~
Vento: Say it!
Kuro: ….*sighs* Well then, if you wish for more excitement and adventures please stay tuned for more of Anima del Leone chapters. And….for all you beautiful senoritas out there- *a rose appeared on his hand* Please await my epic arrival next time. *wink; sexy smile* Ne~?
Vento: CUT~! THAT WAS PERFECT!
Kuro: *banging his head on the wall* That damn creator!
Hope you enjoy this chapter~ I kind of posted most of my stories in DeviantArt that I usually forget to update it back here...Gomenasai!
So, R&R minna~ Please and Thank you~!
P.S Vento is another name for myself to avoid confusion from between Lisa and Kuro. Its like another nickname, which I really like~