Chapter 4
The two girls entered the auditorium and a roar echoed through the room. Chitaru grabbed Histugi's hand a little harder, moving the girl behind her to protect her from that awful sound. Histugi felt her heart skip a bit or two due to the protectiveness of the other gir but felt scared as well, like something in the auditorium was about to explode or something.
-WHERE'S CHITARU? WHERE DID SHE GO? - Ms. Yoko's screams were filling the room while everyone were trying to calm her down. When Ms Yoko found Chitaru and Hitsugi entering the auditorium she was divided between rage and relief. -Oh, my dear Chitaru... Where were you? I was so worried about you. I thought you didn't like our classes anymore-
-Sorry, Ms Yoko. I went looking for...- Before Chitaru could finish her sentence, the teacher already had gone mad.
-You! It's your fault that Chitaru was missing right? I shouldn't have let you enter this sacred place! I know that the innocent ones are the evilest ones- Everyone looked at their teacher with perplexed eyes. That old woman had gone nuts.
-I am sorry Ms Yoko... I-i got lost and... - Histugi was stuttering and trembling a little. Chitaru felt it and turned her head to the little girl who had her eyes watered.
-I am going to inform this to the principal, young lady-
-Yes, Ms-
-NO! This isn't her fault, you damn crazy woman- Haruki interrupted raising her voice. Everyone in the room turned their heads to the red-head who had just finished eating her pocky and had a frown on her face.
-How dare you talk to me with such bad manners? -
-She's right, Ms Yoko – Chitaru interrupted. Everyone fixed their gazed at the short red-headed girl who had her hand firmly entangled with Histugi's hand. -It isn't her fault. I decided to go look for her, nobody told me to do that-
-No, it's not your fault. It's Ms Yoko's fault... It was her who sent Histugi alone when she's new here!- Haruki stated with a proud voice and challenging her own teacher. Well, nobody called her "the Troublemaker" for nothing... She really liked to mess with the teachers and start trouble.
-If we insist on whose fault is I'd say that it's your fault Haruki, you were the one who didn't show Hitsugi around the school- Isuke said with a low voice and a wink.
-Shut up, I'm trying to help my friend here!-Haruki half whispered, half yelled at the girl who just laughed and threw another wink to Haruki.
-I'm sorry Ms. Yoko but I can't stand here while I see you treating her like she's garbage, she deserves much better. Yes, maybe she was one of the responsibles of breaking our ornaments, but that doesn't mean that you have the right to treat her that badly! And neither of her friends!- Chitaru didn't even realised it, but she was shielding Histugi and well, acting like a Prince. If this were a manga, every girl in the room would have even heart-eyes on their face.
-As expected from our Prince... - Ms Yoko chuckled while Chitaru keep holding Hitsugi's hand firmly. -Okay, the prisioners can go free. But they'll keep helping us-
-Wait, the prisioners? - Everybody heard exclaim Isuke.
-Enough for today, everyone go back to your homes-
And with that the first day of punishment ended for Hitsugi, Haruki and Isuke, who were walking together back home. All of them were talking happily and discussing how their year would be with that crazy teacher around them. Everyone agreed that it would be funny and chaotic. That woman meant trouble... but they liked trouble, even Hitsugi who prefered being relaxed. Histugi and Isuke said goodbye to Haruki, who had to catch a train to get back home. Both of them said their respective goodbyes when they had to part and Hitsugi's mind went back to the Prince. "I think Ms Yoko called her... Chitaru? That's a pretty name" The girl keep remembering all of her feelings when she met the girl: the smoothing voice, the firm stare and the gentle smile were overwhelming Hitsugi. And then there was their firm hold. She never felt so secure by just holding a hand, it was something mysteriour to the inexperienced girl.
She entered her home and was welcomed by her aunt with a massive hug.
-How was your first day on your punishment?-
-You sound amazingly happy for my punishment! That's not fair auntie!- Both of them chuckled and Hitsugi felt her cat purring and caressing her leg with her tail. -I've got something to tell you... I met someone really amazing! -She lifted Sugar and hugged her against her chest.
-I'll go make some tea and then we can talk, honey- Ayami goes over the kitchen and starts boiling the water. In the meantime, Histugi leaves her bag at her room and gets changed. She walks down to the living room and sits on the sofa with Sugar on her lap. Her aunt walks in with two cups of black-tea and some sweets.
-Okay, tell me all about it darling- Histugi starts from the begining, how Haruki talked about the Prince, how they were punished (she had to explain two times), how she heard Chitaru recite her poem, how she got lost, how Chitaru found her and how Chitaru defended her from their teacher. Her aunt listened carefully and watched her niece with amused eyes. Once Histugi finished her story, her aunt was greatly surprised.
-That Chitaru sure sounds like a wonderful person. I'm really happy that you had been able to meet her! You can bring her home whenever you want to-
-I-i don't really think that... - Histugi didn't finished her sentence because she was blushing hard. The thought of Chitaru on her house made her nervous and get her really weird feelings on her stomach. Not bad ones... But funny ones. Like there was something closed in her tummy and they wanted to get out. "Maybe those sweets were poisoned or something..."
Later that night, Hitsugi was on her way to her room when Kazuma blocked her pass. Hitsugi looked at her cousin with a deadly glare, but the boy didn't fliched. He was used to the deadly glare of Hitsugi and he knew what to do to change that look.
-I heard about that "amazing girl". You sure are becoming a lesbo goin' to that all-girl academy- He grinned and grabbed a lock of Hitsugi's hair. -If you ever need a man... You know where to search-
-Thanks, but no thanks. Now leave me alone- Hitsugi tried to apart her cousin, but he was stronger.
-Oh, c'mon cousin. You won't be able to resist me much more... I can make you feel like a true woman. I can make you feel safe, not like that bitch from your school- Just when he was about to touch her, Sugar hissed and tried to scratch him. The boy backed off and tried to shoo away the cat, but she kept hissing.
-Fucking cat... -Kazuma said as he went back to his room.
-I love you, Sugar. You're the best cat ever -Hitsugi hugged her cat who was calmed now. -I need to evade him even more now... -
A week and a half passed and now Hitsugi was already used to her life on the Myojo Academy. She had most of her classes with Haruki or with Isuke, so she was never alone. She also made friends with some other girls, but she prefered being with the other two girls. The three of them spent all lunch's breaks together on the roof, talking about their classes and chatting lightly. That day, Haruki was especially quiet and looked really tired. Something seemed off with the red-headed girl and Isuke kept throwing her worried glances every now ant then.
-Hey, Haruki are you even listening?- Isuke asked waving her hand in front of Haruki's face.
-Sure, we're talking about how you nearly kill the teacher with a pencil. I bet the dude freaked out...I mean, who the hell threatens someone with a pencil?- Hitsugi and Isuke shared funny looks and chuckled.
-That was about five minutes ago, are you alright? You seem a little off-
-I'm okay.. I just don't sleep much. I have to wake up very early everyday and I always come late at night... And I stay until late doing homeworks so... - She yawned openly. -I've been looking for someone who need a roommate, but everyone's got one. I don't know if I can keep another year with this... -
-I... I live by myself in the dorms of the Myojo Academy- Stated Isuke unconvinced of what she was doing.
-Huh? What do you mean with that? -
-I should have a roommate, but I payed for two rooms so I live alone- Isuke had a pensative look on her face. -Maybe you could move into my room -
-REALLY? Wait, you're not joking right? -
-No, but you will have to give me something in exchange- Isuke said with a wicked grin. Histugi and Haruki shared looks and the small one mouthed a "don't fall for her tricks", but the other just shrugged.
-I don't really know if I would be able to pay for a room of this Academy-
-Isuke doesn't want money since her mama and papa pays for everything. Uhmm.. I guess you could serve me-
-Like... being your slave?-
-No, just serving me... Making errands, go buy fancy clothes with me and hold all of my bags, give me massages when I need it... That kind of stuff.. Like a maid, maybe-
-Oh! That sound funny -Said Hitsugi clapping her hands. "They'll end up having rough sex on the table~"Yes. Histugi may looked like a elementary student, but she was no fool. She knew perfectly well what rough sex was. And she was getting used at the "sexual tension" of those two.
-Well... I can't say no to an excellent offer like that – Haruki grinned from ear to ear. Isuke was still confused about her attitude. She wasnt' usually the kind of girl who helps another person, or even the one who offers her room to a troublemaker like Haruki. But well, she covered it up with all of the "serving" stuff.
-We have a deal?-
-Hell yes! -Both of them handshaked and stared at each other. Piercing honey eyes against deep amber eyes.
-Can't wait to see how you two kill each others...Or rip your clothes off- Muttered Histugi under her breath but loud enough for the others to hear.
Haruki and Isuke kept talking about when the red-head was going to move, and how many things she could bring with her while Hitsugi's mind keep thinking about Chitaru. "I don't even know her full name and I don't even really know her at all. But then again, I don't really know why I am thinking about her... I guess I really admire her kindness" Thought Histugi with a smile playing on her lips. "Yes, it's just admiration!"
Their time for their punishment came by and the three of them headed to the auditorium. As always, they were being apart from the member of the Theatre Club, so Histugi never get the chance to say her thanks to Chitaru who seemed to disappear in Lunch's break and when it was school time. Histugi couldn't blame her, she bet that all the pressure the other girl had to endure was too much. She found herself sewing what I looked like a maid costume, she only had to sew up the apron back. The girl was so involved with her work that she didn't noticed someone come closer to her.
-Kya!- Histugi screamed when someone tapped her shoulder.
-God, sorry. It's just me! - Histugi looked up and found ruby eyes looking worriedly at her.
-What are you doing here? Ms. Yoko's going to get mad if she catches you here! - Histugi half whispered half screamed.
-Don't worry, I just felt like talking to you- Yellow eyes opened with shock and a blush crawled over the two of them."Damn, it's when she looks me with those eyes that I start stuttering..." -I mean, w-we never get the chance to introduce ourselves properly... A-and I thought that... -
-Kirigaya Hitsugi- The smaller girl offered her hand. Chitaru looked at her spellbounded but offered her hand too.
-Namatame Chitaru- Both of them shook their hands with a shy smile. Ms Yoko chose that time to ask for Chitaru.
-Where's Chitaru?! It's her turn now!-
-Yikes. I guess I should go back or do something stupid- Their hands remained holding. Chitaru looked at Histugi, who chuckled. -Care to give me a hint?-
-You should run now, I already told you that you'll be in trouble is she finds you here- She teased.
-But I wanted to talk to you- Chitaru couldn't help but pout. Hitsugi squeezed her hand and threw her a wink.
-You can always make an over dramatic entrance. Ms. Yoko would like that- Both of them grinned mischievously. Chitaru let go of Histugi's hand (with some trouble) and started running.
-You gotta watch my entrance! -She said before she was out of sight. Histugi ran behind the scenes and popped up her head lightly. Suddenly, the principal door was opened with a loud THUMP and everyone in the room went silent.
-I am truly sorry for my absence, dear teacher. I heard a kitty mewling oustide and I needed to find him. You see, he was caught in a tree and couldn't get down on his own so I had to help him. - Chitaru was over lashing out and everyone looked at her with weird faces, except for their fans and teacher, who were with glow on their eyes. -I couldn't help but rescue the poor kitten. I just have a thing for cute little things- With that being said, Chitaru threw a wink at the stage, where Histugi was watching her entrance with her hands on her mouth, trying not to laugh hard but now this time she tried to cover her blush. Haruki, who had watcher all their interaction, kept her mouth with an "o".
-What... the hell? Were they flirting?-
-What? Are you jealous now?- Isuke watched the interaction too, but she just had a wicked grin on her face. She went to Haruki's side and hugged her from behing, putting her arms around the other girls hips and her chin on her shoulder. - You sure are over protective with the girl...-
-Can't help it, she's like a little sister to me. I just want her to be safe from the bad ones- Isuke laughed hard at that. She neared her hands to Haruki's top pants and stoked her thumb.
-I bet you're the worst around here...- Haruki smirked and looked down. "Hell yes. And if you keep goin' down I'll show you bad". Isuke's hand disapeared from Haruki's body as Isuke threw a sensual blow to Haruki's ear. "Do I really have to share a room with her? She's gonna be the death of me". Haruki turned around to see the sensual sway of Isuke's hips as she walked away. The pink-haired girl turned around to see Haruki once again so Haruki threw her a smirk. Isuke's face darkened. "Heh, maybe I'm gonna be the death of her"
