Chapter 4

Well it's time for another glorious fun filled day of school, note the major sarcasm, but either way the weekend is coming closer. Tsuna's house was right up ahead so I decided to join my brown haired friend on the journey to better knowledge….can you tell I need sleep? I furrowed my brow in confusion as I saw Tsuna outside along with like twenty guys dressed in suits, Reborn, a REALLY cute blonde guy and Gokudera. I smiled none the less and wished everyone a good morning. It was about a second later that Yamamoto joined us too. Tsuna grew a strange smile, as if he was pondering something, when the blonde cutie spoke, "Hey Hurricane bomb. This is the first time we meet."

I glanced over at the blonde to see he had shaggy styled hair, brown eyes, tall, seemed a bit older than us and just all around…wow. Now lets get one thing straight here, I'm not a fan girl, I'm not one of those crazy stalker girls, or the mindless zombies. I am however, allowed to notice how attractive guys are…and as for this guy, it would be really hard NOT to notice.

"You're…Bucking Horse Dino!" Gokudera stated narrowing his eyes. Bucking Horse? Was he a cowboy? Does Japan have cowboys? Ah Japan…still early in the morning and you already confused the shit out of me, bravo. Tsuna seemed to get nervous at this and grabbed Gokudera's arm and began pulling him away, "Look. We're going to be late for school, so let's go."

"Ok…" Yamamoto said, putting his hands in his pockets and started walking. I followed suit and smiled and nodded a goodbye to Reborn. The four of us continued our walk to school but some how paired up. Yamamoto and I were a few steps ahead of Gokudera and Tsuna, who seemed to be talking about that Dino guy. Apparently he's a mafia boss and close to the Vongola family, that was as much as I heard before Yamamoto and I began our own conversation. It was nothing special, we mainly talked about a baseball game he had coming up, but I have to admit he had a cute spark in his eyes when we talked about this.

"Hey Tsuna! Did you do your homework?" Yamamoto called after a little while longer of walking. The future boss grew panicked as his eyes widened, "I forgot!" Yamamoto just laughed , "Me too. We can get scolded together." Is that supposed to be like a guy bonding thing? I shrugged it off but looked behind us as we all heard a car coming up fast. We all looked back confused to see a beautiful red sports car with tinted windows pass us, however the front door opened and next thing you know a rope circles Tsuna and drags him behind the car.

"Tsuna!" Takeshi, Gokudera and I called out before beginning to run after the car, we were stopped however by Reborn. The three of us looked at Reborn standing there with a calm expression on his face. "That's the car of the Yakuza, Momokyokai, that are based in this district. You're no match for them. Leave it to Dino and his subordinates."

"Like hell we will." I stated shaking my head at the baby hitman.

"We can't let him take care of it." Gokudera spoke determinedly.

"That's right. We'll leave the rest to you." Yamamoto said hurriedly before the three of us broke out into our chase. After a few minutes of running we lost track of the car, but that didn't stop us from running. "Now what?" I asked my gaze searching left and right for any indication of where they went.

"I know the way. Follow me!" Gokudera called and sure enough after a little more running we came to a building with the word Momokyokai on it. Could they make it anymore obvious? I didn't bother thinking over how stupid these guys could be, all I did was follow the silver haired bomber into the building. We rounded a corner in a hallway and opened the only door to find the room filled with guys who seemed surprised. None of us gave them time to question anything before we started to beat them until five were left unconscious, leaving two left to question and one trying to get away. Gokudera sat on the arm of a chair, having one hand in his pocket, and the other having a firm death grip on one the guys collar. Takeshi was sitting on the second one, shaking him questioning where Tsuna was. While I punched the last one square in the gut. The second he hit the floor I looked toward the opened door to see Tsuna and Dino with equally shocked expressions, I smiled brightly.

"Tsuna!" I yelled happily and ran over to the boy and hugged him.

"The tenth! You're alright!' Gokudera smiled just as happily as I was and threw the guy he holding to the side, forcing the man to hit the wall and black out.

"You seem well." Takeshi grinned, ceasing his shaking on the half unconscious man.

"Um, yeah." Tsuna replied as I released him from our hug. Poor kid still looked confused.

"These guys sure are something." Dino smiled looking at Tsuna, who returned the smile looking over the scene. "Yeah."

We all heard a noise that sounded like a door opening and saw that indeed a group of muscled, mean looking men walked in cursing at us. I got in front of Tsuna defensively, honestly it felt more instinctual than anything I thought as Takeshi and Gokudera joined me, all three of us getting ready for another fight.

"Wait," Dino interjected placing a hand on my shoulder, "They're at a different level from the other ones. These guys are still too tough for you." He spoke, directing it to all of us. He began walking toward the enemy, "It's my fault this happened." He then pulled something out of his coat pocket and it turned out to be…a credit card?

"I'll pay for all the medical and furnishing expenses, so let's leave it at this." Dino tried to reason, giving the men a daring smirk.

"Don't be a dumb ass. We'll take the money, but we wont let you leave." One of the men spoke, who I presumed to be the leader.

Dino's smirk grew, "So there's no deal. I guess I'll just have to fight back." He then swung a long whip back that somehow managed to hit me, Takeshi, Gokudera, and Dino himself all in face. Pretty much everyone was hit except for Tsuna and the bad guys, interesting turn of events huh? I held the right side of my face in pain, the whip hit me vertically, meaning I got it across my eye and cheek. At the moment I couldn't see anything out of my right eye, I knew it would go away but now wasn't the time to be half blind.

Our opponents just laughed and started in on Tsuna, who I guess was hit with the dying will bullet because once again he was practically naked with a flame on his head. There was something funky with his hands, they were three times bigger. I'd ask him about it later, but right now my sight was back and the first thing I saw was someone about to sneak up on Tsuna from behind. I quickly dashed to him and kicked him in the ribs, Yamamoto and Gokudera following suit. Pretty soon even Dino joined in, and managed to NOT hit us in the face. We easily won the fight, and went back to Tsuna's house, which on the way Tsuna explained to me that Dino was only strong when his 'family' was around, and I guess at the last minute they showed up during the fight.

Anyway we were all currently talking in Tsuna's room, when Dino told us that he could trust us enough to leave Tsuna with us. Tsuna calmly put up his hands, "Wait, don't say things like that."

Gokudera just closed his eyes and smirked, "I don't need you to tell me that. I'll always protect, and be the right hand man of, the tenth."

"Well it's good that you weren't hurt." Yamamoto added with a small smile on his tanned face.

"Mafia boss or not, we got your back Tsuna, you're our friend." I shrugged smiling at the boy. Tsuna looked at all of us, "Gokudera-kun, Yamamoto, Raphaela-Chan"

"Then, I'll be leaving." Dino spoke, standing up.

"Already?" Tsuna asked looking a bit surprised.

"I'm busy with my work as a Boss, too."

Just then I heard Takeshi whisper in my ear, "So he plays the mafia game too?" I tried to resist, I really did, but my hand couldn't stop itself from slapping my forehead. Mental note, get him an I.Q test.

Dino left the room with Tsuna following behind, I stood and began stretching my arms over my head, "Mira-Chan, there's something I was wondering. How did you learn to fight?" Takeshi asked me, looking up at me with curiosity in his eyes. I blinked and lowered my arms, "My mom…inspired me when I was little. So I learned." I answered, hiding any traces of emotions in my voice or features, "I'm going to see Dino off." I said quickly and left the room, I took a deep breath and walked to the stairs only to see Tsuna and Dino fall down them. I ran to the staircase to see them at bottom a little disorientated. I couldn't help but giggle, I rested one arm on the wall and the other on my hip as I cast an amused smile to the two at the bottom. Takeshi, Gokudera, I-Pin, Lambo, and Reborn joined me at the top of the stair case all smiling. Tsuna's mom invited us all to dinner, including Dino, which we all accepted.

It looked like things had finally calmed down…that is, until we heard a banging from downstairs only to see a giant turtle attacking, everyone ran out of the house either screaming or laughing.

Only at Tsuna's…

I took a deep breath and smiled, it was gym class, the only class I don't have to worry about writing my Japanese correctly. The boys gym class was occupying the soccer field, seeing as how boys and girls gym classes were separated, which I blame the girls underwear that Japanese pass off as shorts but that's just me. Any how, we were using the baseball field. I don't mind baseball, but I don't really play that much, I'm a way better outfielder than batter though.

The sound of the baseball being hit brought me out of my daydreams and I immediately sprung into action. It was a low ball that came short, so I quickly dove in front of me and stretched my arm out, successfully catching the ball.

"OUT!" The gym teacher called, then blew her whistle indicating class was over. The girls jogged their way back to the locker rooms and changed over, I didn't see the boys come in so I shrugged and started walking home. As I was walking someone grabbed my shoulder forcing me to turn around. It was a guy in a white lab coat, he had dark hair and seemed a bit scruffy, his aura gave off an egotistical vibe. "Yes?" I asked hiding my discomfort in the unwanted physical contact. "Young lady go on a date with me, I promise you wont be bored." He winked, a smug smile on his tan face.

I blinked, was this guy for real? I then glared and stomped on his right foot as hard as I could, causing him to hold it in pain and make small jumps to keep his balance. I simply turned on my heel, "Perverted old man!" I yelled for others on the street to hear. The last thing this place needs is a creeper….the mafia is a give in but a creeper?

I decided to take a walk in the park, since I knew how to get there now thanks to some girls on the volleyball team showing me around Japan. I happily smiled and hummed walking the path that was along side a small fenced lake, although my smile fell when I saw Gokudera keeled over about ten feet ahead of me. I jogged over, "Gokudera?"

He looked up at me, "Raphaela, good timing, stop that man! The tenths life depends on it!" He said holding his stomach, he probably saw his sisters face again, but what was she doing here? I looked in the direction to where he was pointing and saw Tsuna chasing a guy in a white coat, and the guy in the white coat chasing Bianchi, wait…WHITE COAT?

"The creeper!" I yelled and dashed after the three fleeing figures. However they were too far ahead of me and I lost them. I searched the entire park and then found Gokudera who explained that Tsuna had some sort of disease that told embarrassing secrets about him until he dies of embarrassment. But I guess it only takes two hours for that to happen, and the only one who can cure him is the creeper, who is a women only doctor because he refuses to treat guys.

After awhile of searching the park I began to go to Tsuna's. Maybe Reborn could tell me where they went. The sun was just beginning to set, leaving the sky to be a beautiful orange and yellow blend, but I could only stare at the ground, I let everyone down today. When I was close to home I looked up to see Tsuna in fetal position with the creeper and Reborn in front of him.

"That's so embarrassing. You can never get your timing right when singing." A strange almost whining voice spoke, my guess was it was the skull talking. Tsuna hid his face, he only had five minutes left…

"I'm afraid of spiders," All three heads looked up at me, "I can barley use chopsticks, I have a stuffed animal named Penny that I slept with every night until I was twelve, and I can't draw." I walked over to Tsuna before sitting down next to him, confusion written all over his face.

"When I was little I used to think a bra was a life vest so I wouldn't drown in a pool, I'm a closet romantic, and I watch little kid cartoons on the weekends."

"Raphaela-Chan…"

I smiled, "Those are my embarrassing secrets, everyone has them, no matter how much they deny it." Tsuna stared at me, obviously touched at what I told him.

"Oh, and call me Mira. You're one of my best friends after all." I smiled warmly at the blushing boy.

"M-Mira-Chan…thank you." He bowed his head, and I laughed.

"Alright, I'll treat you." Shamal said pulling out a small tin from his jacket. Reborn then explained that Shamal was a hitman called Trident Shamal, he uses 666 mosquitoes that each hold fatal diseases that make his enemies become ill. Shamal sent a mosquito out to Tsuna and let it bite him. Apparently if you use the opposite illness it cancels out the other. In this case it was the angel disease. Tsuna watched as the skulls on his body disappeared. Supposedly Shamal only cured him because the skull said the longest Tsuna ever talked to his crush was three minutes, so he did it out of pity. Reborn and Shamal merely laughed at Tsuna, who was embarrassedly telling them to shut up, I stifled my giggles and tried to calm Tsuna down.

It's been a few days since the skull disease incident and I finally decided to keep my promise to myself and explore Japan. Everything was so beautiful here, I put my hands in my sweater pockets, brushing one hand against the map that resided in my pocket also. With the relief of knowing I wouldn't get lost, my feet guided me, but imagine my surprise when I wound up outside of Yamasushi. I wasn't sure whether to laugh or smack myself in the forehead, either way I went in and found Takeshi behind the counter.

He looked up at me and smiled , "Hi Mira-Chan."

"Hay Takeshi." I smiled back and sat at the stool in front of the counter. He gave a small smirk which made me a bit confused. My eyes widened and I slapped my forehead, "Kun! Takeshi-Kun! I knew that!"

Takeshi chuckled, "Then why didn't you say it?"

"Say what? I have no idea what you're talking about." I smiled innocently, while he laughed.

"Denial won't get you sushi." Takeshi stated, the amused smile never leaving his lips.

"No, but knowing the owner might help." Takeshi's dad joked, coming from the back room. I smiled brightly, "Good morning Mr. Yamamoto, your son is picking on me. I demand immediate punishment." I joked, keeping a straight face.

The boys obviously picked up on it because Mr. Yamamoto replied, "Really? And what do you suggest?"

"I think the only way to learn his lesson is to show me around Japan. Nothing's worse then a day out with me." I winked at Takeshi who just grinned. Takeshi's dad pretended to think it over before smirking and agreed, setting his son free to show me around. I figured it'd be more fun to explore with a friend rather then alone. He may know some cool spots that aren't on the map. Besides…during our conversation I remembered I didn't know how to read a map. Aren't the winner? However in my defense…I am blonde.

Before we set off on our grand adventure I decided to stop at home and grab my camera, this way I could send some pictures o my new home to my friends back in Italy. Yes we all still keep in touch, we all know we probably won't ever see each other face to face again, but at least we can all still talk, friends for life right? Anyway Takeshi showed me all around city, from the trails in the woods, the park, the shops, libraries, and we are currently in line at the ice cream shop. Hey I burned off all of my non existent fat during that adventure…I need the sugar, besides I'm still adjusting to the temperature change here…I got sunburns my first week of being here!

I smiled along with Yamamoto as he told me about his last game and how he scored the winning homerun. I have to admit, I love this kids smile, especially when he's really happy because you can see them sparkle a bit. It was cute, in fact everything about him was cute. Not that I'd ever tell him that, but he is a REALLY good looking guy. I'm not saying that I'm hopelessly in love or anything, just admiring the view. Although…he is a great guy.

"When's you're next game Mira-Chan?" Yamamoto questioned , small smile still held on his tanned face.

"This Friday, I'm so pumped, we're going to take that other school down!" I replied excitedly, just thinking about the game is making me energized. Maybe I won't need the sugar after all…

"Can I help the next in line?"

No, I think I'll stick with the sugar. Takeshi and I happily stepped up to the counter, "What can I get for you?" The man on the other side of the counter asked.

"I'll have a chocolate in a cone." Takeshi smiled like always before looking at me.

"Black raspberry in a dish please." I said, smiling politely. The man nodded and gave us our orders while we walked to a both in the shop to relax. Let me tell you after hours of walking in the heat, sitting down with ice cream felt AMAZING! I honestly thought I heard angels singing and was expecting heavens light to cast down on us…it didn't happen but it's nice to have an imagination right?

We sat down opposite from each other and continued our conversation of sports. You have no idea how easy it is to talk to this guy! He is so funny and sweet, and really laid back. I honestly think I could talk to him for six hours straight and there wouldn't be one dull moment. This kid is no doubt my best friend, along with Tsuna and the others of course. I don't know how to explain it but…I really like being with Yamamoto.

All of a sudden my nose felt very cold…and Yamamoto was grinning like a cat. After I put all the pieces together I realized…"You jerk you put ice cream on my nose!" I pouted , how could anyone abuse this cold creamy goodness? It was a crime against nature!

He laughed and before he could reply I scooped up some of my ice-cream on my finger and smeared it on his nose. I giggled as he crossed his eyes to look at his now purple nose (black raspberry ice cream). Ok this kid was just freaking adorable…wait what?

"Why is it we can never just eat our food?" Takeshi asked while wiping off his nose.

"Cause we look pretty darn good covered in food, I mean come on, aren't I cute enough to eat?" I winked flashing I pose. I was just joking, I never meant for him to answer, but he agreed and flashed a grin. I wasn't sure but…I swear I could hear Reborn's voice for just a second. I looked around the shop, thinking maybe Tsuna and Reborn were here, but with no such luck. After that Yamamoto and I continued our walk, after I washed my face in bathrooms, and continued taking pictures. I couldn't shake off the feeling that we were being watched, and it was starting to creep me out. I kept thinking to what I heard Reborns voice say….it was just one word. "Interesting."