Sorry for taking longer than usual. I usually want to release new chapters for both of my active stories at the same time so that I don't end up focusing on one and neglecting the other. I was facing a little bit of writer's block.

Just to let reader's know, for now I will not be instating the minimum review rule before I release the next chapter as I am satisfied. However, if reviews do go down I will not hesitate to do so.

Now on to thank you for my reviewers:

chillybean: I hope you don't think Atobe's POV is too short. Though I have to say in his 3 paragraphs I have never seen so many Ore-sama.

dJhAmystery: I hope you like the Atobe POV. I just realised Oshitai's POV is even longer. Hmm…love rival. We shall see :)

Twisted Rose: Thanks for the compliments. You too want Oshitari as a love rival. I have something in mind but I'm not telling. Himitsu. You'll have to continue to read to find out :)

KL93: I have taken your suggestion into mind. I can understand why you can be sick of love triangles because it's always the same story. But sometimes it gives authors something to write about. But I won't guarantee if there will or will not be a love triangle.

demon twin: Oooo. I hope people haven't thought you've gone crazy but I'm glad you enjoyed that part.

amberstorm: I know. He's Oshitari Yuushi. He spells trouble doesn't he? Ore-sama, I have lots of it again. I wonder if I actually used it too many times.

Iris Butterfly: Doesn't look like those problems will end anytime soon though :) A love rival too huh…Like I've told other readers, you will have to continue reading to find out.

priestesz27: I hope I haven't gone overboard with his character and all the ore-samas. I hope you'll enjoy his POV though!

XxMichyBabyxX: I'm happy that you enjoyed that line, though I have to admit 'adultery' isn't the right word. It's actually 'fortification'. I was too lazy to find the correct term. Sorry. But you get what I mean.

Thanks to all of you for taking the time to read and write something. I hope you will continue to do so.

On with the story!

CHAPTER 4: DECISION

-ATOBE POV-

I can't believe that girl. Not only does she dare harm Ore-sama's beautiful body not just once or twice but thrice. To even insinuate that Ore-sama sleeps around and to even do it in school. Even if Ore-sama did, it's not like she was any better. To even dare to come out dressed like that. She didn't even notice her wet hair was making areas of the white shirt see through that I could see her pink bra. It's like asking someone to come and sleep with her. Do you know how many men would take advantage of such a situation? No one else on the room, a bed and a room with a lock where the sole key was with male. It's not like she wasn't pretty or anything. She had an hour glass figure and wasn't one of those insanely thin people. She had fats in all the right places which made her breasts relatively large. Even though she said that the shirt was too long, it wasn't long enough to cover those slender legs of hers. To top it all off, her eyes were an amazing shade of green that made her look familiar. I felt like I had seen her face somewhere before.

But of course, Ore-sama is a gentleman and can control himself. So Ore-sama would never take advantage of her. Also, the fact that she has offended Ore-sama in so many ways just puts me off. A commoner should know her place when speaking to someone of a higher class.

If it were just the two of us, Ore-sama may just overlook it but for her to have been seen with Ore-sama dressed that way by a first year. The trouble that will be caused with all the rumours, Ore-sama can think of all the headaches Ore-sama will get in trying to clear them up. She further challenged Ore-sama when she returned with Oshitari behind her after pushing Ore-sama's gorgeous body to run after that first year. After changing into her new uniform she gave Ore-sama one final glare and stomped on Ore-sama's foot before making her exit. She should be thanking Ore-sama for his graciousness. And to have Oshitari laugh at that situation has just hurt Ore-sama's pride. Ore-sama cannot forget this embarrassment. Ore-sama will make sure she pays.

-OSHITARI POV-

I know that I went a little too far today. But Sakura-chan was one of the few girls I could actually hold a conversation with. It was fun to see her reaction. It wasn't because I treated her as a toy but because I liked her. I guess you could say I wanted to know more about this interesting person. She was different from other girls. Other girls would be thinking about love and boys. But all she had was money, family and swimming. I knew she lost her parents and grew up simply. But I know she works hard for what she wants. She has managed to achieve what she wants. With her part time job at the bakery, she manages the household, finds time for the swimming club and places in the top 15 in exams.

I will admit that as the heir to medical empire, I am busy but I don't think I'm as busy as her. I'm still able to pass off some of my work to others and I don't have to deal with the nitty gritty details of the household. I guess you could say she was someone I admired. If I had to marry someone, it would be had to be someone like her.

But something about her felt untouchable. Even from the first time I met her. I still remember it was the first few days of school of our first year. I'd seen her before in middle school since we had some of the same classes but I never really noticed her since she mostly kept to herself. With those glasses it was hard to take interest in her. It may sound superficial but looks are the first thing one sees.

It was after tennis practice where I got to see an interesting scene where Atobe trashed the current captain in a match 6-1. I guess even the captain couldn't handle his highness's prowess. I was on my way home and it was rather late. Most people had already gone home. I was heading towards the gate when I passed by the swimming pool. I heard the sound of water splashing. If I wasn't wrong, the school's pool closed by 6pm. It was already 7. Not only that, it was still spring so the water should be on the cold side. Let's just say I was curious and had some free time on my hands so I went to take a look. I guess what I saw shocked me. I could see her hourglass figure and long slender legs. She had her eyes closed as she floated in the water. The calm expression on her face made it look as if she was one with the water. If I had to describe her, I'd had to say she looked like a water nymph. When she revealed those emerald green eyes of hers, I couldn't help but catch my breath.

"Kuroda Sakura!" someone called her. And she broke out of her trance which caused me to break out of mine as well. The girl in front of me was the girl that sat behind me in class?

"Mou, Sensei you gave me a fright."

"I'll give you more than a fright if you don't get out now. I told you to be out by 6 and return the key to me."

"Eh is it already 6?"

"It's already 7!"

"Eh!"

"Kuroda!"

"Gomenasai, I must have lost track of time."

"So hurry and get out. Seriously, have can you swim in this weather. I swear one day, you're going to die from pneumonia."

"Sensei, how can you curse your student like that?"

"Aren't I allowed to? Besides it's not cursing. It's scolding."

"Hai, hai." With that she got out of the pool.

With the moonlight shining on her and with the water covering her body, I could see her whole body glow. With one more look at her, I left. You might say it was lust and I might agree since I was a hot blooded male but even more than that, it just felt like beauty. I couldn't help but be attracted to it. This hidden side of this girl. I couldn't help but find it interesting. I couldn't help but want to know more.

Since we were in the same class and she sat behind me, I took it as an opportunity to talk to her. And I guess from then on, I started my "inquiries" of her. And to her our love-hate relationship.

-SAKURA POV-

I can't believe this. It's been an hour since lunch ended and it seems what that first year had seen had spread like wild fire. And the worse thing was people and especially the fangirls were suspecting that it was me. How could I tell? Well, the death glares and whispers behind my back should be enough to justify it. Maybe I was overreacting but you can never be too careful with fangirls.

And the situation with Oshitari, I was totally getting the lash back from it. I've already had three confrontations and I don't know how many more I can take. I may have to start fearing for my life.

Great and now here comes one of the sources of all my troubles.

"Sakura-san."

"How may I be of service, Oshitari Yuushi-san."

"Hmm, that sounds nice?" I looked at him confusedly. "The way you said my name. I wouldn't mind if you called me Yuushi."

"Are you serious?"

"Why wouldn't I be?"

"Seriously, stop with all the vague round about answers. Would it kill you to just use 'yes' or 'no' once in a while? And are you crazy? Calling you by your first name would give the fangirls even more reason to attack me."

"Firstly, yes I can use 'yes'. Secondly, I am serious about you calling me by my first name. And lastly, are you telling me that the fangirls have hurt you already?" There it was again. That worried look that felt so foreign.

"We just had some 'talks'. I have a feeling that they suspect I'm the girl who supposedly committed adultery with Ore-sama. I should be fine for the next few days."

"If that's the case, I'll walk you home."

"What for? It's just going to give them an even bigger reason to come after me."

"You know I'm not taking no for an answer."

"Don't you have tennis practice or something? Aren't like the prefectures coming up or something."

"Oh? I didn't think you would be interested in tennis. And no I don't, not today. Though I have that absolutely boring meeting with the student council. But I wonder if Atobe will even be in the mood to hold it after all this ruckus today. Still, Atobe is awfully professional. Hmm...what a choice...guess I'm going with you then."

"No way in hell. You're the treasurer, if his highness finds out you're with me, he'll be even angrier. Who knows what he'll do then. I'm sure his already plotting his revenge."

"I don't think he'll do anything very drastic like making you lose your house. But if I know Atobe he won't be very creative. He'll probably be kind of childish in his methods actually." Thinking of a childish king, I couldn't help but give a small laugh. I could totally imagine it. "Still I'll be bringing you home."

"Oshitari-san you really don't have to."

"I told you to call me Yuushi. You know with a single shout, I could give the fangirls a reason to attack you right now."

"Sadistic bastard. What kind of gentleman threatens a lady?"

"Didn't Atobe say that you being a lady was debatable. And such foul words should not be coming out of your mouth if you want to be one." That totally touched a nerve.

"Seriously, if you are going to be like this and insult me I'm going to disown you as my friend."

"Gomen, gomen. I was just joking. Still that doesn't change the fact that I'm going to bring you home."

"Fine I'm too lazy to argue but it's your funeral."

"And what may I ask do you mean by that?"

"Just that Onii-chan is home and he might just hit you if you walk me back. Not to mention why you actually did. Just mentioning it may be for my safety. He might just hurt you to get an answer on who was threatening me and finding out you were the source he might just kill you."

I was hoping that would scare him off but apparently this was Oshitari Yuushi we were talking about. "I'll be looking forward to meeting this older brother of yours." Now I'm officially screwed.

~After School~

Somehow, I'd managed to convince him to leave the school separately and meet at the bus stop nearby. Though in return, I promised to call him Yuushi. Fortunately, it was only when we were alone.

"Oshitari-san."

"Didn't I tell you to call me Yuushi?

"Yuushi-san since you're walking me home, can I ask why?"

"Much better. Don't you know why?"

"Seriously, if you say it's because it's fun, I might just hit you."

"I'm hurt. Just to let you know. I don't think of you as toy or some form of entertainment. I hang around you because I like you. You're different and fun to be around." I will admit I was kind of touched. I knew he wasn't a bad guy but that was the nicest thing he'd ever said to me.

"Thanks."

"And to answer your question. I'm walking you home because it might be dangerous. I've dealt with fangirls before and when they get that crazed look in their eye, you know trouble is coming. I've seen some do some horrible things. The good ones just threaten, the bad ones can do such things as getting violent, bullying and even getting the girls they prey on raped. And we are in a rich kid school, so things are a lot worse with money involved." I've heard stories just never ones these terrible. Who knew girls could be so scary. "Sakura-san, I don't want you to get caught up in such things. I wouldn't be happy you know." He said as he patted my head which soon turned into him stroking my hair. Truthfully, I was embarrassed. I mean which girl wouldn't want a handsome guy to say such things to her.

"What the hell are you doing to my sister? Get your hands off her!" Immediately I jumped back from the surprise.

I quickly turned around. "Onii-chan." He quickly walked over and stood in front of me blocking Oshitari-san from my view. I didn't even realise we were almost at my house.

"Sakura, is this guy harassing you?" I saw him rolling up his sleeves. I knew what that could only mean.

I quickly ran in front of Onii-chan to stop him from doing anything. "Onii-chan, no. He isn't harassing me. He's a friend."

"I was just walking her home."

"What for? It's not dark out. Unless there's something happening to you that you're not telling me. Are you being bullied?" I hated how he could be so insightful.

"Onii-chan of course not. He's just doing this because...because..." I didn't know what to say. If I said the truth, he might go crazy.

"Sakura, go back home first. I need to talk with...what's your name?"

"Oshitari Yuushi."

"I need to talk with Oshitari-san. Go home first."

"Onii-chan."

"Just go."

"I..."

"I promise not to do him any bodily harm. Is that enough?"

"Alright." Unwillingly, I headed home. I knew he wouldn't take no for an answer. I would have to ask Oshitari-san what they talked about tomorrow.

It was a good 15 minutes before Onii-chan returned home. As I predicted, he remained tight-lipped.

I knew the more important thing was what we were discussing this morning. "Onii-chan, about this morning?"

"Sakura didn't I make it clear that that matter was closed."

"But..."

"Wait, Sakura where are your glasses and that uniform of yours looks new. Did something happen in school?"

"Nothing happened. I was just careless."

"Are you hurt? And what happened that you had to buy a new uniform."

"Onii-chan if you're wondering about the money to pay for it. Don't. It was someone else who paid for it."

"What? What do you mean by that?"

"Well, someone caused an accident and I got involved."

"Sakura, are you keeping something from me?"

"Onii-chan I'm not and don't try to change the subject."

"Change the subject. Alright fine. If you want to talk about it fine. How do you expect me to trust you working in that industry when you won't even tell me what happens in school. I can tell you're troubled but you won't even tell me what happens. So how can I just send you off into that world? It isn't as easy as you think Sakura."

"Onii-chan I just don't want you to worry. And it's not like I'm going to get hurt or die."

"Sakura how dare you say that. Haven't I told you to never speak of death so easily? No matter what I'm always responsible for you so how can you tell me to stop worrying?"

"Onii-chan I'm sorry but..."

"Sakura stop! I've told you to stop talking about it. No means no."

I couldn't allow myself to falter. If I don't push for it nothing will ever happen. "No, I won't. Onii-chan, I don't want you to suffer anymore. I feel so pathetic every time I see you trying to look happy doing something you don't like. You say you're worried about us. But we are worried about you too. Please just let me do this."

"Sakura, I may not like it very much but it's not like I hate it. If it's something that will help put food on the table then I'll do it. I don't want you to end up like me by going into modelling. It pays well but it isn't easy. Not everyone is as friendly and nice as Sara-san. And if you model what are you going to do about swimming? You won't have any time for it anymore. I don't want you to regret making a big decision."

"Onii-chan wouldn't you be happier doing something you liked to earn money. And Onii-chan, going into modelling wouldn't be the same for me as it is for you. Partly, it is for the money but that day even though I was nervous, I really enjoyed myself. I never really had a dream like you. I just went through life studying and doing what I felt I had to do. I do love swimming and I am rather good but I've never felt such a pull to anything until that day. To me this is not just something to do to earn money but something I want to do. It may have just become my dream. And doing it makes me feel like I have a connection with Oka-san." I could feel the hot tears following down my cheeks.

"Sakura." He called me gently.

"And if you're worried about university, I don't have to go. But if you insist I can always go later. I can go when we have enough money. No one is ever too old to learn right?" I tried to smile but I could tell it probably came out wrong. Onii-chan walked over and held me in a tight embrace as if to tell me that everything was going to be alright.

He held me by the shoulders and gently pushed me back so that he could look at me. "if it's really what you want to do."

"Onii-chan does that mean you'll let me do it?" I asked hopefully.

"Not so fast. That just mean it's open to negotiation. I'll let you do it. But you have to prove to me that it's something you want to do and something you have potential for. And the time limit is by the time you graduate."

"Onii-chan, I'll only agree if you start med school."

"I'll only agree to that after your graduation deadline."

"Then I refuse. I don't want you to waste these two years while you wait. And who's to say you won't lie at the end of the deadline. I want you to at least experience it." That way if you have a taste of it you might be less willing to let it go, I added to myself silently.

"Sakura, what am I going to do with you."

"Onii-chan, please just say yes."

"I will. But." There's always a but. "Just look after yourself. Remember if you don't want to do something, you don't have to. Tell me and I'll beat them up." I could only smile at the thought. "Don't let anyone force themselves on you. Fight back and I'll make sure to protect you. If you ever feel too tired. I'll be waiting for you. Just call."

"Arigato Onii-chan."

I hope no one thinks I'm gratifying (Is that even the right word to use?) the girl but I just need to put the point across that she has a great body and is definitely model material.

I hope you have enjoyed the chapter and I hope it flows and isn't weird for anyone. If it is please let me know.

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