Hey!~ So sorry for the wait. And also those random texts in the previous chapters. XD I had posted this story on another site but it was a bitch to me and wouldn't let me post the next chapter because it froze so much. Then I was like "Screw it! I'm finishing this on my Fanfiction account!" So here I am! ^^

AspergianStoryteller; Yeah. ^^' Like I said, somethin' happened when I posted this.

Nightwing911; Here you go!

Evilneko101; LOL, glad you like him. XD Yes, he's very kawaii. X3

Also one last thing! This chapter isn't as good as I wanted it to be but I told myself to suck it up and update already. So if you have any suggestions to make the story better I'd love to hear 'em! (Of course I'll stick to my original plot though. ;) ) So without further delay let's get into this poorly written story. XD Enjoy!~

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I ran as fast as I could. My lungs burned, my throat felt like acid. I could feel my eyes bleeding as I dashed across the dark and smelly hallway. Every second I remained in this horrible place the fear of being caught penetrated my body. It took all of my will power to keep going regardless of all the voices in my head telling me to turn back.

It's pointless...

They'll catch you...

Turn back...

Everytime those thoughts resonated in my mind my legs slowed but picked up again. I'm getting out of here! I don't care if I die trying! It's better than remaining in this hell hole!

I hear footsteps behind me and I begin to panic, all my previous bravery vanishing into thin air. With my adrenaline pumping, I pick up the pace turning at any corner that presented itself to me. My feet were bare against the cold red stained stone floor, scratching and slipping across the pavement barely able to keep up with how fast I was going. I could feel their presence gaining on me.

The blood in my veins went cold and out of I attempted to activate them. I immediately regretted doing so as my bones pierced out of my back, I bit my lips at the pain. That was a bad idea! They aren't fully functional yet.

I jumped off an opening without so much of a second thought. Just as I thought I had escaped I witnessed a familiar purple flash and vicious violet eyes. Pain etched itself through my veins, blood poured through my eyelids until all I could see is red. My deafening screams echoed into the night before I blacked out.

Tanuki shot up from his bed, sweat soaking his face and seeping through his pj's. His pounded against his ribs at a dangerous pace and his head spun. "Just a dream...just a dream.", Tanuki tried to reassure himself.

But like all the times before, he still felt the pain in his body. He shook violently with every move he made and was always paranoid when he heard any noise that wasn't made by him.

Tanuki sighed warily and ran a hand through his hair. He thought, even for a moment, that he'd get a good sleep. So much for that. Putting those thoughts aside, the pinkette then proceeded to wash his face to calm down. He took a moment to look the mirror and was horrified to see them mismatched and dilated. Tanuki blinked rapidly, sighing in relief when his pupils faded back to their natural pools of ocean blue.

He dried his face and dressed into his dark pink and blacked stripped shirt, adjusted his pink tie and headed to class. It was a bit early to be going, in fact Yukio would probably not even be there when he arrived but the sooner he was there the better.

After all, if he was serious about becoming an exorcist he needed to be ahead. Not that he wanted to show anyone up, he just wanted to become as strong as possible. He had to. It was the only way. The shy boy shook off those feelings and just hurried to his classroom. Once there he turned the knob and was surprised to see it open. As expected, it was empty.

Regardless, he sat down and waited for the others to arrive. He hummed to himself and swung his legs back and forth, thinking of a certain sharp toothed teen. A smile found it's way across Tanuki's lips as he felt his cheeks grow warm. Rin, to him, was the coolest person he'd ever met. Well even if he barely met anyone at all he still thought so. Honestly, he didn't understand why the other agreed to be friends with him. What could have he saw in him? Maybe it was just pity? A whim? Perhaps just agreed to agree?

"Oh, you're rather early.", A soft voice caught him by surprise. It was none other than Yukio, coming in to prepare for the day. The younger Okumura smiled at the other teen and continued,"I didn't think anyone would even consider coming before me. Aren't you still tired?"

The pinkette in question shook his head as he managed a small smile in return, a pink tint on his cheeks,"No. I'm fine. I-I just wanted a head start that's all...sorry."

Yukio merely chuckled,"No need for an apology. The early bird catches the worm as they say. And since you're here would you mind helping me a bit." Tanuki's head shot up in confusion.

"A-Are you sure, Sensei? I-I'm sure I'd better off just sitting here. I'll just be in the way.", He stuttered unsure of what to make of Yukio's request.

The twin adjusted his glasses and spoke once more,"Of course I'm sure. There is a lot to cover today and I could use some assistance. Naturally, I won't force you. It is my job, after all." Yukio chuckled at the last sentence

Tanuki nodded,"O-Okay. But...I'm pretty clumsy though."

About an half an hour later everyone had came into class and were quite shocked to Tanuki there before any of them. (No one was surprised with Yukio, he's Yukio. Not to mention the teacher). Rin smiled the moment he spotted the pinkette there helping his brother. He ran up to him and slung an arm around the other,"Mornin', Tanu! You're here early!"

Said boy blushed, surprised by the contact but smiled none the less. "H-Hi, Rin. I was just...thinking it'd be best to start early you know." Tanuki stated nervously. Of course he was hiding the real reason he came in so ahead of time. He could still feel the trauma from his nightmares plaguing his mind. He just wanted something to distract himself.

Rin just laughed at his answer, "No need to strain yourself, you should've just slept in."

"Like you always do, Nii-san?"

Rin glared at his brother,"Shut up, Yukio! I was on time today, wasn't I?"

Yukio's lips formed into a smirk, "It can only last for so long."

"Why you-", he was cut off

"Hai, hai. It's time for class to start. Please take your seat, Mr. Okumura."

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When lunch time had finally arrived, Rin almost immediately jumped from his seat and grabbed Tanuki's arm. "Come on, Tanu! Let's head to the roof!" Without giving him time to respond Rin dragged him up to the school's roof top and sat down.

The two began to chatted idly, sharing a few jokes here and there. Though Tanuki could barely keep up with his new friend's energy. He was so hyperactive and full of life. Completely opposite of him. Sure he could be cheerful at times but that was rare on the inside, he didn't have much to be cheerful about after all.

His mere existence bothered him. Why was he here anyways? Oh...that's right. It was their fault. They were the ones guilty of this. Tanuki sometimes couldn't even believe he was really there let alone have the to make a friend as nice as Rin, but some how he managed to do so. A unpleasantly familiar feeling rose in his stomach followed by a flash of those frightening violet eyes. Tanuki shook, unable to move until he heard his name being called.

"Tanu! Heeeey~ Earth to Tanu!~", Rin called until he was certain the pinkette heard him.

The teen looked up,"Y-Yes! S-Sorry!"

Rin raised an eyebrow, looking a bit worried,"You okay? You were spacing."

Tanuki shook, some of the color in his eyes had faded,"Y-Yeah...Just s-sleepy."

The young demon didn't buy it. If he was so sleepy than he wouldn't have come into class so early. And he wouldn't be this pale. Without much thought, Rin placed his hand on the other's forehead. Tanuki flinched at the unexpected gesture and felt his face burn instantly. "U-Uh...R-Rin?"

Rin merely sighed,"No fever. But are you sure you're fine?"

Tanuki nodded slowly choking on his words,"Yeah...I'm okay, don't worry." I'm not worth it anyways.

Rin grinned toothily and ruffled his hair affectionately," 'Kay, Mr. Pants on fire! I'll believe you for now but if ya wanna talk just come to me, alright?"

The pinkette's entire face exploded in crimson from the touch but he nodded anyways," 'Kay." Actually feeling a bit sleepy now, Tanuki leaned closer to Rin and fell on the half demon's shoulder. "Thanks, Rin."

It was Rin's turn to blush that time. Tanuki's hair tickled against his neck and he smelled nice, it was an odd scent but a nice one nonetheless. Ah! What the hell am I thinking?! Am I some sort of sick pervert?!

Rin brushed off the weird thought, and put an arm around his friend letting him rest against his chest. He prayed and hoped that the other wouldn't hear his heart beating so loud, though he doubted it. Why his heart was pounding all of a sudden he had no idea. It was just like other day when Tanuki hugged him. Weird, very weird.

Oh, well. It was probably nothing.

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After all classes had ended for the day Rin headed to the dorm, not surprised to see his brother already there. Yukio turned to greet him and then went back to whatever he was doing.

Rin sat on his bed with a sigh. He still felt a bit worried for his friend, the other was so cheery when they first met but today he seemed really depressed. Rin lied down, trying to think of what could be bothering him. But he couldn't figure it out.

"Something wrong, Nii-san?"

Rin turned to Yukio,"Hm? Oh, it's nothing. I was just worried, that's all."

"I assume it's about Tanuki, right?"

"Yeah."

Yukio adjusted his glasses and sighed,"Don't fret too much over him. He's strange, I know but he's no threat I promise."

Rin narrowed his eyes. Had Yukio really thought he meant that Tanuki was a threat? That thought had never even crossed his mind. Yes, he's a bit strange but he seemed like a really nice person. "Not what I meant, Yukio."

"I see.", was all he recieved

Rin huffed and turned away from his brother. The hell is his problem?

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Tanuki lied awake in his room, unable to sleep or rather didn't really attempt to. He just thought of Rin and how nice he had been. The other actually seemed genuinely worried and that made him happy.

Hopefully, this happiness wouldn't go away.

Wow. Bad I know. But still I did it. Sorry if it's short. But anyways~ I hoped you guys enjoyed! And if you have any tips to make this fanfic better I'd love to hear 'em! X3 Review!~ Ja!~