Yeah, yeah, I do not own Gakuen Alice…..well stupid people always needs to be reminded or else they react violently….
Hi! Back with chapter tree! Hope you enjoy it…then comment….
Beware of grammatical errors!!
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"Ruka…What are you doing here?" Mikan said after letting go of her mother and turning towards her partner.
"My princess, I am here to give the queen a report about you as well as explain everything that has to be explained." Ruka replied to the bewildered Mikan.
"You may continue Lord Ruka Nogi." Azumi interrupted the pair.
"Wait…so he is the one I am supposed to meet? …He is a Lord?...What do you mean report? I need answers!" Mikan was confused, she do not know what to say as well as what to expect.
"And you will get them once you calm yourself down Mikan." Azumi went towards her bewildered daughter, directed her towards a chair, and offered her some biscuits. "I know they are your favorite." Azumi finished when Mikan was about to get some of the delicious treat but paused when she heard what her mother recently said.
"How did you know?" Mikan questioned her mother.
"I told her all about it. That was the report I was talking about, everyday for the past week I have been reporting to her everything I found out about you, your favorites, hobbies, friends and all those other things. So I was thrilled to be your partner since it made my job easier, I was not supposed to catch your attention during this process but unfortunately you caught me yesterday while I was writing things down." Ruka finished, he saw Mikan surprised about what he said but there was more answers said, this time by her mother.
"So you see Mikan, Ruka is a duke who dedicated himself into being your guardian. He is here to be your angel. He will always be with you and help you in whatever way he can." Azumi told Mikan who was intently listening to them; so many revelations are occurring now that she needed time to absorb it all.
After a while, Mikan then said. "I am so stupid! Natsume was right I am an idiot! All this time I did not have a clue about things happening around me?! How am I supposed to be a princess? I do not even act like one. I am a useless girl that is always carefree and idiotic about everything!" Tears were now rolling down her face; she was discouraged about herself about not having the slightest clue.
Ruka felt evil seing the girl he was supposed to protect crying because of him. Though he has seen Mikan cry many times during the one-week time he was with her, this was different. He did not know what to do, all he knew is that he has to comfort Mikan, her princess; he walked towards her and cradled her like a baby, he then sang a song.
When I see you smile
tears roll down my face
I can't replace
and now I'm stronger
I've figured out
How this world turns cold
and I know I'll find deep inside me
I can be the one
I will never let you fall
I'll stand up with you forever
I'll be there for you through it all
Even if saving you sends me to heaven
It's okay. It's okay. It's okay….
As Ruka sang Mikan relaxed, she had stopped shivering and was looking intently at Ruka. "You have a nice voice Ruka…thank you." Mikan whispered while being cradled by Ruka who replied. "I mean every word I just sang….Sleep well my princess, later we will continue our talk." Before Mikan could react, her eyes failed her as they fell down, bringing her to sleep.
Ruka gently carried Mikan and laid her in the couch nearby. He then faced the queen and principal who sat in the chairs around the table, when he joined them the queen said. "Thank you Ruka, … for everything." Ruka was taken back with what the queen had said and changed the topic of conversation. "Mr. Principal now that Mikan found out about the truth I would like to thank all the teachers for participation." Ruka directed what he said to the principal beside him. " It was nothing sir, I was just wondering how you were able to ask Jinno to participate?" The principal replied, curiosity was in his eyes as he said this to the young duke beside him. "Well he was a hard one to convince without me revealing my identity, so I told him that I would grant him one wish in return after he becomes kind to Mikan. He has always been strict with her so he was at first hard to break but agreed to the condition that I help him face his fear of spiders….and asked me not to tell anyone about it." The Principal could not hide his smile when Ruka finished answering his question.
After about 30 minutes, the queen said that they should now leave. The principal then bid them farewell and promised not to tell anyone about Mikan and Ruka being royal, only he and Narumi will know about the truth.
A bodyguard was about to carry Mikan to the car when Ruka stopped him and said he will carry her instead. He picked up Mikan gently avoiding not to wake her up and carried her. Mikan was half-conscious when she whispered, "I love you …." Ruka was not able to hear the rest of what Mikan said. He was just happy that Mikan had a good dream.
Mikan woke up in the care feeling hyper and back to her old jolly self much to her mother and Ruka's enjoyment. She was excited to arrive at the palace all throughout the trip. When they arrived Mikan's smile was as real as it could get, she knelt on the limousine chair attempting to get a better view. What she saw was beyond her expectations. Wide elegant hallway and drapes of blue cloth covered the entrance (I advice the readers to just imagine your dream palace). They led her to her room, it was big, as big a house. It had a bathroom with a shower, bathtub, life size mirror and mini-pool. A canopy bed covered with the best silk covers the color of lavender. Books, many books of all kinds in elegant shelves, beside it were a shelf of pictures of her and her family when they were still complete. She had a wide study table with a computer on top, her own living room, dressing room and a walk-in closet. Mikan was stunned with all these luxury she received.
After having an exquisite lunch Mikan accompanied by her mother back to her room (afraid she might get lost). The queen sat her in front of the mirror and brushed her hair. It was a simple event for mother and child, as Azumi brushed Mikan's hair they talked about all the things under the sun. They were talked for quite a while when Azumi said that they would be only together for about 3 days. After, Mikan and Ruka are to go back to the academy and continue their studies, Ruka as her guardian will also be teaching her about being a princess. Mikan was heartbroken.
"Only tree days! After being separated for so many years we would only be together for 3 days!... I have to make the best out of it!" Mikan thought, she knew it was for the best and that her Mother does not really desire her to leave as well.
KNOCK! KNOCK!
The two girls heard this and asked who it was; it was Ruka saying it was time for Mikan to be introduced to some trusted officials. "We're coming" Azumi replied to Ruka. She prepared Mikan herself not wanting to miss the chance. She asked Mikan to wear a simple dress and tied her hair in a half pony, she was also asked to wear a two inch heeled shoes and a small tiara.
KNOCK! KNOCK!
Ruka again knocked at the door. "Come in." Mikan said, she was looking at the mirror her mother beside her. Ruka was captured by Mikan's beauty, she looked simply amazing and beyond description. Her long hair down and Mikan in a dress, Mikan never wore a dress. He offered her arm and Mikan held it tightly as they headed to the throne room. Mikan felt tension but Ruka's presence comforted her. When they arrived, all the officials greeted Mikan and bowed to her. They all accepted her and promised loyalty. "To the princess!" they all cheered and Mikan was thinking how to return all the trust and dependence they placed upon her. The meeting was finished shortly after they ate dinner and the officials went home.
That night Mikan could not sleep. Therefore, she looked for her mother's room (she had to ask many servants). When she found it, she knocked and she told her to come in. The queen was in bed reading a book, when she saw it was Mikan she asked her to come closer. Mikan rested her head in her mothers lap while the queen played with her hair.
"May I sleep here mommy, please?"
"Of course, but why?"
"I can't sleep….I am afraid that tomorrow I will not see you anymore."
"Mikan, Mikan, I will never let that happen. Never, will I let you be separated from me again."
"Then why do I need to go back to the academy?"
"That's different. You need to study as well as know Ruka more."
"Why?"
"I guess I cannot shield you forever, you see Ruka is destined to be your husband in the future….that was planned by your father long time ago."
"What!" Mikan sat up with what her mother confessed. However, Azumi motioned her back to her lap, and Mikan followed.
"I myself was against it at first …but when I met him I realized your father did not make a wrong choice. Ruka is a fine young man with a pure heart."
"But, still…"
"Let us not talk about this when our time is limited, let us go to sleep."
Mikan thought about it. All night "What marry Ruka? But what if I like someone else?...Well I can't deny he is nice….since I don't like someone I guess I will just follow daddy, I trust him"
Three days passed and Mikan was back at the academy. She said her farewell to her mother. She spent her days in the palace always with her mother; she was also awkward towards Ruka during those days.
After the car has left, Ruka talked to Mikan.
"The queen told you haven't she?" Ruka asked while going to their room (they now share the same room).
"Yes…" Mikan replied. With that response, Ruka stopped walking and held Mikan's hand.
"Please don't think about it…don't worry everything will fall to its proper place." Ruka said as he held Mikan's hand.
That was all Mikan needed to assure her heart, so she was able to regain her old self. When they reached their room and entered Mikan screamed…..
"She's back!! What happened why did she leave? Was she sick? Wait why is that Nogi with her and holding her hand?... Oh what do I care…." The crimson-eyed boy saw the two (but not heard) the whole time…
Chapter 3 finally done!! So what do you think?? Please comment I beg of you….
Trivia, chapter four will be titled "Adjustments" and chapter 5 "List" I am not sure when I can finish them though….
The song was from "Your Guardian Angel" by red jumpsuit apparatus I heard it from a friend and thought it being perfect for the scene…
Arya21
0ctober 12, 07