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Hi everyone! Yeah I know I promised to update sooner but since I couldn't stop writing down all those oneshots I had in mind I kind of forgot about this one. I want to thank everyone who reviewed me and left me nice comments. I hope you'll like this chapter!
Warning : This chapter (half of it) and the previous two were just simply flashbacks...Somewhere in the middle of this chapter We'll fast forward to the present time!
The mysterious Play
chapter three
Tokyo's Horror
Two weeks had passed after that night. Two whole weeks although to Michiru the memory was still fresh.It was as if it had only happened yesterday. She was happy she hadn't seen Haruka anymore. Maybe the blonde had decided to stop messing with her, atleast she hoped. It was saturday now which meant that there was no school. Coming to the subject 'school.' Rei and Minako hadn't showed their faces yet after the incident. Michiru assumed they were too ashamed or maybe they were scared of showing up because the police hadn't caught Michiru in the end after all.
Not like she cared or anything. For all she cared Rei and Minako could drop dead. She had nothing to say to them. It was a shame that it had turned out to be that Taiki had been right about them ever since the beginning. She hadn't spoken to Taiki after that day two weeks ago either. They kind of lost contact. Not that she could blame Taiki, Michiru had acted like a complete idiot by trusting Rei and Minako. After thinking about her actions Michiru had come to realise how stupid she had been, maybe she would have to thank Haruka for stopping her someday.
''Michi, are you ok?'' Suddenly someone asked, causing the smaller girl to turn around. She was now standing face to face with Himeko. Finally it hit Michiru that she was still in the store. She must've looked really stupid now. Here she was standing, holding a small box in her hands while staring at a shelf which carried heavy looking items.''Michi?'' The pink haired girl repeated.
''I-am fine...'' Michiru finally stated with a smile on her face.''I just didn't sleep much last night. I kept having dreams about the police arresting me for...you know.'' Michiru had told Himeko about her 'attempt' of stealing the priceless necklace a few days after that night. Himeko had, much to her surprise, acted really cool about it.
''Ah well that's a sign to never act so stupid again. You're lucky Haruka helped you out that day. I would've repayed her by kissing her til I would be outta breath.'' Himeko stated, earning a confused and questioning look from the other. Michiru knew for a fact that her pink haired friend was straight.
''What?!'' Himeko asked when she finally noticed Michiru staring at her.''Haruka is hot enough to turn all straight girls into bad ass lesbian chicks, like you!'' Michiru was shocked at the other's statement.
''I'm not gay Himeko...What makes you think that?''
Himeko rolled her eyes.''Oh come on Kaioh, you can't fool me. You always turn down the men who ask you out and you never date either. If you asked me you're a lesbian who needs to get outta the closet.''
Now it was Michiru turn to roll her eyes.''Don't be so foolish. I'm only sixteen years old. I got enough time to date. And I turn them down because they're not interesting. Besides most of them don't even know my name, they're only after how I look. I want someone who can love me the way...'' She was cut off by Himeko.
''With other words you're gay.'' She stated. But then she suddenly looked down at the floor, blushing heavily. At first Michiru had no idea why Himeko suddenly decided to act so strange but when she noticed that someone was standing behind her also a deep blush appeared on her face as she slowly turned around. In front of her was now standing their boss, Mr. Harosaga.
''Listen girls, your conversation sounded really refreshing but we got work to do. The store opens in twenty minutes and there are still a few boxes in the back that need to be opened.'' He said with a smile on his face. Himeko simply replied by nodding as she run away to the back of the store. When she was out of sight mr. Harosaga turned back to face Michiru.''So now she's gone, you're gay?'' He asked.
Michiru turned even more red than she already was.''Sir!'' She yelped embarrassed.
''Don't worry Michiru, I had already thought something like that. It's like my son used to say before he moved to America. Wait wait, let me quote...'All the pretty girls are either taken or gay.' And I guess he was right, no?''
''N-no...sir. I am not...g-ay...Just not interested in dating.'' Michiru stammered. She couldn't believe he actually thought she was interested in women just because she had turned down every guy ever asking her out. Sure it looked suspicious but still...
''Ah well, some girls need time to realise it, you're one of them I guess.'' He then joked as he started to walk away again.''Excuse me, I'd better help Himeko now. I have the idea she's eating our products again instead of stacking them.'' Michiru smiled at that, she was happy he dropped the subject.
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After five hours after working and helping the costumers with their groceries the store finally closed. Michiru could go home, start on her homework and try to get some rest. After all she hadn't slept much the previous night.''Michi!'' Himeko's voice came from behind her. Before Michiru could even reply the pink haired girl had already pushed a news paper in her hands.''Have you heard the latest news Michi?!'' She yelled.''There's no way I'm going out at night alone ever again, not until they catch this freak!''
Michiru had no idea what the other was talking about so just stared down at the newspaper. Smiling as she read the headline.'Tokyo's horror' it said.''What this about? A too good horror movie?'' She questioned.
''Just read!'' Himeko stated. Michiru decided not to reply to that and just started to read what the text was saying. It seemed the latest news was based all around some unsolved and mysterious murders. Over ten people died this year after losing a great amount of blood. Michiru raised an eyebrow, looking up at Himeko who just stared back at her. The look on her face telling Michiru that she had to keep reading.
Michiru went on.''All the victems lost a huge amount of blood. Police is still looking for the murder. Strange thing is that all victems had lost the blood through two tiny holes in their neck, as if a vampire or bat bit them. Police is certain that we're talking about a serial killer, probably male. So far all crimes were commited at night. Police department warns young girls (which all other ten victems happened to be) to watch out carefully.'' She read out loud.
Mr. Harosaga just came walking around the corner when he heard Michiru speak.''Sounds like a crazy bastard who thinks he's a vampire or something.'' He stated. Himeko nodded.
''Isn't that the worst way to go?! Being murdered by a creep who thinks he's dracula?!'' She yelled.''And the worst thing is that I am a young girl! that's exactly what he seems to want. Mr.Harosaga, would you be so kind to drive me home? I'm scared.'' She then asked, turning around to face her boss.
''Sure thing, Michiru should I give you a ride home while I'm at it as well?''
''No that's ok sir, I'll walk. Besides I always avoid dark allies and stuff so nothing can happen.'' Michiru replied.
''I'll remind how brave you were after he gets you.'' Himeko said with a sigh before hugging Michiru.''I love you girl! Don't die on me!''
''Uh...Hime..I'm still alive eh.'' Michiru sweatdropped. Quickly Himeko pulled back
''I know but I want to have this outta the way after I turn on the news tomorrow morning and find out my bussiness partner was killed. I'll regret not doing this forever.''
''Are you sure you're not a schizoprenic and you're the crazy vampire?'' Michiru joked, earning a cold glare from the other girl. Their boss just laughed at the girls sillyness.
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Ten minutes later Michiru was already walking through the dark streets of the city.There wasn't much light and she had to admit that after reading that newspaper add she had started to get nervous about being here, all alone. What would happen if there was indeed some freaky guy out here, looking at her. She jumped when suddenly she felt someone place a hand on her shoulder.
In shock she turned around, started yelling.''Leave me alone!'' before she also started to hit her attacker.
''Hey stop that!'' Suddenly a voice yelled. The voice came familiar to the aqua haired girl, a little too familiar. When she gazed up she was staring right into Haruka's green eyes.''Wow you're tense girl...'' Haruka added after Michiru calmed down.
''That's your fault! You can't just sneak up on people and attack them in the middle of the night!'' The smaller girl replied screaming. Her heart was still racing.
''That's why I approached you in the first place, to ask you what you were doing on the street this late. It's dark and haven't you watched the news lately. Crazy shit happens to girls like you.''
''That's rubbish, I can take care of myself.'' Haruka rolled her eyes at the smaller girl's statement.
''Yeah I've just seen that. You hit like a wounded baby.''
''Shut up...'' Michiru hissed. She was talking to Haruka for over two minutes and already the blonde had been able to piss her off.
''Sorry for caring.'' Haruka replied with a cold tone in her voice.''See ya later.'' She then added before she started to walk away again.
''You and caring? Ha, don't make me laugh. You got no soul at all!'' Michiru yelled after the taller woman who suddenly stopped and turned back to face the smaller girl again.'Oops...'
''And why's that? Because I wanted to walk you home just because I was worried about you or...?''
''Don't make me sound like the bad guy here! You made it clear that you only care about yourself. For all I know you're that murderer. After all you weren't so nice to me earlier...''
''That was two weeks ago.''Came the reply.''And you're calling me a killer now?''
''Murderer and yes, why not? You have been in jail before haven't you?'' Michiru pressed, brushing past the taller woman. She didn't want to talk to Haruka anymore. Haruka on the other hand seemed to have other plans when she took Michiru's arm with her hand.''Let go of me, you're hurting me!''
''What did I do to you?'' Haruka questioned, ignoring the fact she was hurting Michiru.
''Let go! I warn you or else I'll call the cops on you to...'' She was cut off by the tall blonde.
''What, tell them what?'' She asked.''Remember that you wanted to steal something that belongs to my mother and I helped you out. I don't see what your problem is.''
''You're my problem, now let go of me or I'll start screaming.'' Even though Haruka knew that no one would hear Michiru she released the smaller girl's arm anyway. ''Thanks...'' Michiru said sarcastically before walking away, leaving a very angered Haruka behind. That girl had no right to talk about her like this, she didn't even know Haruka and already accused her for being a bloody murderer!
(Three years later)
''NO!'' Michiru yelled, sitting up right away. When she looked around she noticed she was no longer standing in the middle of the room of the Tenoh Residence staring at the body of Yuu Tenoh. She was in her room again.'Just a dream...Another dream.' For the past three years Michiru had been haunted by the same nightmares only this time they were different from the reality. She dreamed about possible ways how Yuu could've died and what could've happened to the blonde tomboy. Even now, no one had heard about Haruka ever again. It was as if she had just vanished in thin air.
''Michiru are you okay?'' Suddenly the door flew open, revealing a black haired girl and a blue haired girl. The black haired girl was also known as Stella and the other was Zen. They were her room mates here at Bay College.
''Just a nightmare.'' Michiru said, her voice sounded hoarsely.
''That's the third one this week. Is something bothering you or something Michi?'' Stella asked while walking over to Michiru's bed, sitting down on the edge.''You don't look so well and you're sweating like you've run ten miles without a pause.''
''I'll be fine, really. I think the upcoming mid terms are taking their toll on me, that's all.'' The aqua haired girl lied.
''Mhh if you say so. Anyway tomorrow is saturday so you got all the time you need to relax and just forget about our exams. You've studied really hard for them Michi. You don't have to worry about it.'' Zen stated, walking over to Michiru's bed as well.
The smaller girl who still sat on her bed nodded.''You are right. I think I just need some fresh air.''
''You're not going out at this late hour are you? I mean you know about those students who got killed near campus. I mean, I used to have maths class together with the boy who got killed two months ago. I never spoke to him but it still freaked me out. It could've been one of my friends.'' Stella said, shaking as she spoke the words.''I got a better idea, why don't you try to get some more sleep and tomorrow I'll take you to the mall. My treat, what ya think?''
Michiru smiled. She was really lucky with such caring friends but that didn't take away her worries this time. Most of the time she always forgot about her nightmares after Stella or Zen had done their way of 'healing'. This time was different. Somehow she couldn't get the image of Yuu out of her head.'I really hope Haruka is out there somewhere. Save and sound.' She took a deep breath before nodding.''Okay I'll try to get some more sleep. Thanks and...'' She paused for a moment.''I'm sorry for waking you up at this time.''
Zen glared over at the clock radio on Michiru's desk. It was just past 2am in the morning.''Ah no bother at all.'' She yawned.''But if you don't mind, I think I'm going to follow my own advice and go back to bed as well.''
''Okay, goodnight.'' Michiru whispered.
'' 'night.'' Stella and Zen said in unison before standing up and walking over to the hall again, closing the door behind them. After they left Michiru fell down on her bed again, takig another deep breath.
'Why can't I just forget about you?' She wondered. This time she was refering to Haruka not Yuu Tenoh.
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The next day Michiru woke up without screaming. Much to her own suprise she had slept through the night without another nightmare. Yawning, Michiru looked up at the clock radio. She blused heavily. It was already past three in the afternoon, she had slept through the whole morning. She yawnefd once more before throwing the blankets off her and jumped out of bed. She hadn't felt this awake ever since, the accident three years ago. Then again, considering 'til how late she slept, it was no suprise she wasn't tired anymore.
Slowly she walked into the livingroom she shared with her room mates. She already had wondered if they would still be here. It was no suprise to only find an empty living room. Michiru scanned the room in the hope to find a note. Knowing Stella they would've left her a note just in case she woke up before they'd be back. And there it was, on the fridge, stuck with some chewing gum. Michiru knew right away that Zen had put up the note. That girl could be such a dirt bag sometimes.
When she reached the kitchen she took the note from the fridge, taking the coffee can in her hands and pouring the black liquid in a cup. It was obvious that Stella and Zen hadn't left a long time ago since the coffee was still warm.
Hey sleepy head!
Considering the fact you found this note means that
you woke up! Well me and Stella went out for some
groceries. Oh and your boss called to ask if you
could work overtime tonight. He rambled something
about needing some help in the store tonight, we said
you'd call him right after you'd get his message.
DO call him, he doesn't trust me after he saw me
stealing some candy bars when I THOUGHT he wasn't looking
and after I...Ah that doesn't matter, well coffee is on the
counter if you need it and..Uh Stella told me to write down
something super important but I kind of forgot what it was
I'll call you when I remember (so don't count on my phone call!)
much love,
Zennie! Oh and Stella
Michiru giggled after reading the note. Oh yeah, this totally had written Zen all over it. After all those years Michiru still worked in the small store of Mr. Harosaga. She couldn't help it but enjoy working for the man. With that she put the note down on the counter and walked back into the livingroom, picking up the phone and dailed a familiar number.
''Grocery store, Mr. Harosaga speaking, how may I help you?'' The voice came from the other side of the line.
''Hey sir, this is Michiru Kaioh speaking. I just got your message about working tonight.''
''Please say you'll help me. I'll pay you extra.'' His voice sounded like a plead.
''Ofcourse sir and you don't have to pay me extra. You know I don't mind helping at all. What time would you like me there?'' Michiru asked.
''Ah around seven would do fine. It'll be dark when you're done though. Can you get a ride back or else I wouldn't mind bringing you.''
Michiru shook her head but then remembered that her boss couldn't see her.''That's okay I'll get Zen to pick me up tonight.''
''Great, I'll see you then. Bye.''
''Bye.'' Michiru replied. When she heard a click she put down the phone on the receiver again. With that taken care of Michiru sat down on the couch, wondering what she could do for the upcoming four hours. Zen and Stella wouldn't be home anytime soon and frankly, Michiru didn't really feel like staying home the whole day. Maybe she could take a walk in the park. It had been a long time since she last done that.
Deciding a walk in the park would be just what she needed, she jumped up and walked back into her room. Picking some new clothes out of the closet before heading back for the shower. With a smile on her face Michiru took off her pj's and throwing them aside. Then she turned on the water, waiting til it was at its perfect temperature before stepping underneath it, letting the hot water fall down on her like small rain drops.
As the water continued pouring over her she couldn't stop seeing Haruka's face when she closed her eyes. She had no clue why all of a sudden she saw Haruka everytime she closed her eyes. Who knew, maybe it was a sign, a warning? She didn't know but whatever it was it was scaring her. Why now, after three years?
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That night Michiru arrived at the store at the promised time. Much to her suprise Himeko was also there. And Mr.Harosage surely hadn't lied about this being a busy night. The store was filled with costumers who were lined behind the cash desk, holding the items they wanted to buy, looking impatiently.''I'll help them!'' The pink haired girl yelled as she handed Michiru a mob and a bucket.''Please clean hall way five, someone spilled mostard all over the floor!'' And without waiting for a reply she run of to help the constumers.
''I told you.'' A male voice came from behind the smaller girl, causing her to turn around.
''Ah good evening sir. And yes you indeed told me it would be a busy night but I hadn't expected this. I'll start working right away.'' She said. The man nodded before he walked on, carrying a large box in his hands. Ever since Michiru had closed the front door to her appartment she had this strange feeling that suddenly had washed over her. A nervous yet pained feeling. As if something bad was going to happen to night. As some kind of warning for her to stay into the house.
Ofcourse she had simply strugged it off, thinking she was beginning to get paranoid or something, that her feelings were caused by those strange dreams. But now, it was still there. That strange tingling feeling in her stomach, the feeling that made her want to throw up. She couldn't quite explain it.
To be Continued
Aha this is where the story really begins! I bet you're all curious about what happened at Haruka's house and how Yuu got murdered eh? Well review and I'll try to update a.s.a.p!
