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Warning: This is rated T for a reason. There might be language and some mentions of "bad things".
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Amu had woken up bright and early, already anxious for another day of drama.
What could she say? It was honestly like a drug.
The constant who hates who, who's with who, what is everyone doing? It thrilled her to the point of sleeping earlier so the day would come sooner. That didn't work as often considering she'd be tossing and turning beneath the sheets. Her mind raced with the possibilities of tomorrow. What would Saaya do today? What was wrong with that brunette? But the thing that got her the most was Ikuto.
What did he know that the brunette was so worried about? It must have been something bad considering the state her friend was in. The jock was absolutely livid and full of rage; Ikuto didn't even seem to give a damn. Of course, that could just be Ikuto being Ikuto.
Amu quickly slipped on her sneakers, grabbed her breakfast, and was out the door.
Round two.
"Amu!" It had not even been a few minutes after she stepped on the school campus that her name was called. Red filled her vision and she could distinctly feel the crushing of her back against a rather... Voluptuous chest.
"Uh-hey... Saaya." The redhead could only grin, her pretty pink lips curved into a perfect smile.
"Are you ready for your second day? I'm so excited for you to meet everyone!" Her hand was caught in a tight grip. She could feel the popular girl's nails dig into the skin of her wrist. Coincidence or not? Either way, Amu didn't say a word.
"I suppose I am. Hey, where are the others?"
"Hmm, I think Nagihiko is pestering Rima and Utau is with Ikuto. Honestly, I feel like the third wheel all the time. It's not fair, right?" The pink haired girl shrugged. She didn't want to start things or say the wrong thing. She liked Nagi who reminded her of her best friend, she liked Rima and her calm self, Utau seemed very level headed and cool, and Ikuto? Well, he was her first friend at this place.
Her eyes grew wide.
"Hey, Saaya? Do you know a brunette, uh, friend of Ikuto's?" Emerald eyes darted to her figure as she stopped her dragging.
"Brunette friend of Ikuto's? Hm..."
"He's a jock if that helps." Amu gestured with her hands a bit, searching for the right description. "Spiky hair, green eyes kinda like yours, I think he was wearing the school shirt for a sports team?" Saaya held up a manicured hand.
"If you're talking about Football? That's Kuukai. The two of them friends? That's cute." The two headed to their classes, giving the new girl the full details. "Everyone knows Kuukai is one of the best players in this school. Although soccer is his specialty, he does everything. He's definitely one of the hot ones the girls practically fall over for. I mean, I guess you saw him. Those muscles, those beautiful eyes, and that hair that you just wanna mess with." Suddenly, she turned and smirked. "Although, he isn't anything compared to Ikuto Tsukiyomi. He may be skinny, but gosh those eyes of his are to die for. Did you know he plays the violin too?"
So much information, Amu could only shake her head. "Oh he's an amazing musician. Maybe I can get him to play for you today!"
"Did you see him this morning?" Saaya rested her chin on her hand and thought.
"Hmm, he's probably not going to come to his morning classes. He's one of those "Stay up all night, sleep in all day" guys. The teachers have given up by now. Moved all of his classes to the afternoon and sent his morning homework to his sister. The guy is a genius, I swear."
"So you didn't see him?"
"He doesn't come out in the mornings, geez I just told you that!" Amu could only sigh.
Looks like she'd have to wait.
When he woke up that morning, he felt like he was hit by a truck. He didn't move when he peeled his eyes open, he didn't move when the door slowly creaked open, and he didn't move when Utau held him to her chest.
"Ikuto?" Her voice was soft compared to the running of the fan in his room. "K-Kuukai didn't hurt you this badly did he-"
"You and I both know what happened Utau." He winced at his own voice. It was rough and dying for some water. He slowly sat himself up, feeling his body scream at him to rest. He couldn't. He had classes and Saaya to deal with. He had to deal with his father waiting downstairs and-
The moment his body rose from the bed, he knew it was hopeless. His knees buckled beneath his weight and caused him to slam into the ground.
Ow.
Utau was in tears as she attempted to lift him up. He was so light and it worried her sick. She laid him on the sheets and tucked him back in. "I'll stay home and help you. We can just skip scho-"
"Your education is important." He interrupted. "Go to school, I'll be fine. Besides, I can just do the work later tonight. You can't. You need to learn thi-"
"You're far more importa-"
"You don't have time Utau!" Ikuto snapped. He saw the tears falling from those big violet eyes. A sigh shook through his entire body as he lied down beneath the covers and curled up. "Get out and go to school, now. Before he comes up here and makes you." He heard her sniff, felt her pet the blue strands of his hair back, and press a warm kiss to his cheek.
"I love you, be safe..." She quickly grabbed her bag and ran out of the house.
"Love you too." He mumbled and fell asleep once more.
It was the afternoon. He still wasn't here. What if Kuukai caused him to have a concussion?
Her gaze flew over to Utau, her skin was pale, her eyes were red rimmed, her body trembled, but was barely noticeable. Something happened to her as well and it scared Amu. Sure, the drama and anticipation of something new had her pumped, but what if Utau didn't have a 'good household' like Amu did.
What if something was going on that she didn't know?
The bell rung, a signal for next period and immediately everyone packed their things. A flurry of voices, the teacher trying to give homework over the loud noises, the students running to the door for lunch, and all the new girl could notice was Utau-making her way out of the classroom. It was not in the direction to the lunch room. Her curiosity had reached its peak; she had to ask the blonde if Ikuto was ok. She dodged the flood of people, following her 'friend's' path and watching her like a hawk. Her breath was growing in speed as her mind whirled with thoughts. Amu would walk in, ask her about Ikuto, and then leave. Simple as that. Maybe even say "Can't wait to see you at lunch!" like most girl friends did.
She waited a few moments before following her into the restroom. She could see one of the stalls occupied, but no Utau.
And then she heard the worst sound in her life.
Gagging.
Sobbing.
It sounded like a torn scream, not to loud, but just chilling enough to make your bones jump. Immediately, Amu ran and slammed the stall door open.
Green was all she saw. A putrid smell was everywhere. Her eyes burned as she gripped the blonde's hair and drug her away from the toilet. She could feel her nails digging into her skin just like Saaya had done. Her legs kicked and slammed into her own, bruises would definitely show.
"Let me go! Get away from me!" The screaming and crying was loud now, it rung within her ears and left an awful feeling in her gut.
Utau, she couldn't have been doing what she thought she was...
But the evidence was right there. The poor girl collapsed into a fit on the ground. Hiccups, sniffles, and whimpers leaving her sore and burning throat. She could faintly hear the mumbles of 'Why?' and 'God help me...', but Amu didn't say a word. She gathered some of the bathroom napkins and began to clean the blonde up.
"Utau, listen to me." But her body still shook with tears. "Utau, I need you to talk to me. I need you to tell me you're ok." She flinched as the blonde suddenly threw herself into Amu's arms.
"Ikuto!" She cried out. "Ikuto, oh God please... Don't tell him please!" The pink haired girl barely understood, but she soothed her as best as she could. Her hand traced shapes into her back as she whispered softly. 'Everything is okay.' she murmured. 'Please don't cry, you're alright.' If only she truly was.
Utau had been throwing up. She was practically ruining herself because, well, Amu didn't know. She did know that Utau knew it was wrong. The way she was begging her not to tell her friend. This was the excitement she had been looking for. The drama Amu had always wanted. Now though, she wasn't so sure.
"Amu," Her hands wiped away the excessive tears. "P-please, you can't tell Ikuto-"
"I won't." She handed her more paper towels, watching the blonde clean herself. "But, can you tell me why? Why this? You look beautiful enough. What's the issue?"
"Ever heard of Meikyuu Butterfly?"Amu froze.
"You... You're the idol? Meikyuu Butterfly?!" Utau sighed and rose, glancing at herself in the mirror.
"I am. No one knows, but Ikuto and... That's for another time." She began fixing her hair. "Ever since I was younger, I'd always stare at the TV and just start singing, dancing around, anything I could do to become like them." The idol smiled faintly at her memory. "I remember I'd always beg Ikuto to play for me so I could sing with his music. But once he realized I could sing so well, he began to pester me about it. He pushed me to become what I am. Who I am."
Her grip on the counter tightened.
"My step-father is a cruel man. He helped me grow huge, but he uses me like a tool. Constantly singing and doing things to get money. He's turned my love into a job. What I onced wished to always do, he's turned my dreams into a nightmare. And Ikuto?" The tears came again, unsuiting to her stunning violet eyes. "He's worked so hard to... To keep me safe and protected. He's..." She seemed to snap out of her thoughts, turning to the new student. "I'm sorry, I'm sorry I'm telling you all of this-"
"Ikuto, what is he to you?" The blonde laughed softly.
"Don't you know? He's my brother."
Amu froze.
"Brother... Ikuto is your brother. The Ikuto Tsukiyomi. Is. Your-"
"Brother, yes Amu." The pinkette pondered this for a few moments.
"Oh... You look nothing alike. I mean, I kinda see the eyes, but his are more blue." Utau let out another giggle.
"Noticing his eyes huh? What? Do you have a crush on Ikuto?" Of course, the poor girl immediately went into denial.
"Of course not! He's weird and all over the place. He's picking fights and-and we're just friends anyway. B-Besides, I think he likes Saaya and, I mean, Saaya likes him too. I think so..." Her golden eyes trailed to the idol, seeing her blank face.
"You won't tell anyone?" Amu jumped at her sudden cold side.
"No, I'd never." Suddenly, the blonde pulled her into another hug.
"Amu, from the bottom of my heart, thank you..." The student could only sigh.
Let the drama begin...
Saaya twirled her pencil aimlessly. She was bored. Tired. She wanted some fun. She rose and smiled at the brunette jock.
"Hey, hey Kuukai!" He turned away from his friends and cocked a brow at the beautiful red head. "Can I talk to you about something?"
He made his way over calmly. "What do you want, Saaya?" She didn't miss the venom mixed in with her name. Inwardly, she smiled. Outside, she pouted.
"Kuukai," His name was dragged out in a condescending way. "I'm just here to give you a fair warning, that's all..." She held up her phone and finally let the sinister grin show. "He's struck again. This time, it was-" Her phone was snatched from her hand as his eyes raked across the screen. He barked out a laugh.
"I'd never have thought Nagihiko was into that... How disgusting." He tossed the phone back and suddenly froze. "Ikuto, he was-"
"A little bird told me." The redhead murmured. "I'm going to give you some fair warnings Souma. One, don't touch Ikuto. Two, if I hear you've been messing around? I will destroy you. Understood? I have the power and you know it." The jock winced and his eyes quickly fell to the ground. He looked defeated; a beaten puppy. Saaya could only smile. It suited the teenager. "Oh don't be so sad. It's not your fault you can't handle a little..." She leaned in close. "Stress." Her lips met his cheek softly as she sauntered away.
"Don't touch him Kuukai. I don't want to have to ruin you too."
Nagihiko had been in drama class when one of the students of the school had come to get him. To his shock, it was Rima. The blonde midget didn't say a word to him as she lead him to an empty class room. She swiftly turned, her locks surrounding her form like a veil.
"What is this?" Her voice was icy as she held up the picture. "I didn't take you for a male on male kind of guy."
The arts fanatic stared at the picture and paled.
Nagihiko and Sensei? Something Mysterious...
Two bodies intertwined as one were found in a classroom on my way to class. How interesting to find Nagihiko Fujisaki and one of the teachers of the school.
He stopped reading. He was to crushed. Destroyed. His body trembled in fear. What had he done to deserve this? What did he do?!
"R-Rima-"
"I didn't do this." She murmured. "But I can tell you're going to have a hard time. I suggest you leave the school for today. Now." Rima quickly tucked her phone back into her pocket. "I'll tell Kairi what happened, I'm sure he can do something. But Nagi, if this is true..."
"You want an explanation." He sighed. "I-I know, just give me time." He could see the poor blonde was crushed by his words.
"So it is true..."
"Rima, I will explain, just please..." He pressed his lips to her gently. "I have to go. Thank you and please, tell Kairi what happened. Maybe him and Ikuto can do something. Just please..." And with one last kiss, Nagihiko took off.
"Waiting is painful. Forgetting is painful. But not knowing which to do is the worse kind of suffering." - Paulo Coelho
Drama drama drama. Geez, I never knew I could write so much and still keep so much from you guys.
Are you dying to know what is going on yet? I hope you are. Means I'm doing my writing correctly. :)
Responses
Allora - The Fallen Angel: Completing their stories? Possibly cause the fandom is dying. Sad to admit considering Amu and Ikuto are definitely a pairing I can write about 24/7. Don't worry, I'll try my best to finish my story. xD
CrossYourMind: We shall see friend. Hope you keep reading.
guest: Utau is most definitely not plotting against Ikuto. I might add some Kukamu for drama sake, but at the end of the day, Amuto all the way. Also, it's supposed to be confusing. As time passes, we will learn more of each character. Just keep reading and be patient. ;)
I thank you all for reading this far. I tried my best to make it long and give you some detail without giving you too much. Hopefully you understand now.
Saaya is a bitch.
Ikuto is getting his ass kicked.
Utau is sick.
Nagi is running for his 'life'.
Amu is confused as fuck.
Rima is confused as fuck.
And Kuukai is a lost puppy.
Ah, I love writing.
PS: Still need that new title for the story. Any ideas?