A/N: This is me...on my knees...BEGGING FOR FORGIVENESS! Due to the incovient variables (Spring break, SAT's, and a sudden illness that I was plagued with), I wasn't able to put this chapter up. I did write alot though and I wanted to make it perfect. Also I was asked when there would be romance for Kit and I'm pleased to announce I have an answer! Kit acutaly won't have a "romance" per say because you will find that she is only 12. But she will have some strong bonds formed with some Sohma boys, but I won't spoil it for you. I hope this chapter pleases you all!

Proceed with the literary adventure...(how does that sound? XD)

Chapter 6

The afternoon came fast as the girls made walked around the courtyard. Kit's stomache suddenly grumbled loudly and she clutched it, her cheeks a slight pink. Yona giggled.

"You hungry? Let's go get some food." Yona took Kit's small hand and led her around the Maiin House. They passed a few people and each one eyed Kit curiously. Kit didn't make eye contact but held on to Yona as the woman led her through halls ways and rooms. She felt eyes bore into the back of her head, and it took alot of power not to shrink down. Finally Yona opened a sliding door to reveal a small kitchen. It wasn't all that spectacular. It had white walls and two windows that let in sunlight. The floors were wood with a few bamboo floor mats. There was a refridgerator that was against the wall, and the stove was one you had to light for it to burn. A small square table lay near the end of the room and had three stools. It did, however, have a nice homey feel to it. That is what made Kit love it instantly. Yona told Kit to sit down as the woman went to the refridgerator and grabbed something from the side of it. Kit happily sat down on the stool and watched the woman put on a pink apron. She had just tied the knot around her waiste when she asked,

"What would you like to eat?"

Kit thought hard. Nobody really gave her a choice as to what she ate back at the House so she was dumbfounded in what foods she could eat. Her knowledge on food was not grand, for she was only given stale bread and mush for meals. Obviously Yona was ready to make her something magnificent so those woudn't be options. Kit shrugged her small shoulders and said,

"Whatever you wish to feed me is fine..."

Yona grinned and clasped her hands together.

"Alrighty then! I will make you my famous curry! Just sit tight for a while, and I'll make our food." Yona instantly began to get out tons of ingredients that Kit has never seen before. Kit watched as she measured this grain type of food in a cup and then pour in into boiling water. Kit swung her feet as she waited patiently on the stool. This was another knew experience for her. It was like a mother cooking a meal for her daughter. Kit frowned at the thought of a mother, but a fragrant aroma drew her out of her gloomy thoughts. She took a deep breath and the smell of cooking meat met her nostrals. Her stomache growled again. Yona giggled as she stirred the contens in the pot.

"It's almost done, just a few more mintues I promise."

Kit gave a tiny grin and was glancing outside the window when the door slid open. Kit shot her head to the door and Yona just glanced over her shoulder. Kit's emerald eyes met purple ones as a boy of about fourteen stood in the doorway. His hair was silver and cut almost like a girl's hair would be. His skin was porceline white against the blue pants and collard t-shirt he was wearing. Kit tensed as the stranger looked at her with a small smile and then turned to Yona.

"Good afternoon, Yona. I wasn't exspecting you to be using the kitchen this afternoon. Sorry if I disturbed you." he said politely. The sound of his voice was smooth and easy. Kit slowly felt herself untense at the sound. Yona smiled brightly at the boy.

"Oh, Yuki! You don't have to apologize! I was just making lunch for Kit. Your welcome to join us if you wish." Yona replied. Yuki nodded, with a grin on his face and sat down on a stool next to Kit. Kit's eye were locked on the boy's face as he turned to her.

"So your the guest I keep hearing about. It's nice to finally meet you, Kitakaze. I'm Yuki Sohma." He extended his hand and Kit glanced at it. What was she supposed to do? Kit bit her lip and did the same action, except she didn't take his hand but held her hand out like he did. Yuki saw the move and chuckled, taking her hand and lightly shaking it. Kit blushed as her hand was released. Kit guessed that the action was a form of greeting. She would have to remember that. Kit felt Yuki's gaze on her and she suddenly became very insecure. Yuki wactched her curiously as she fiddled with her fingers. Yona then appeared next to them and placed to plates in front of them that were packed full with rice and curry.

"Here you go you wto. So, Yuki, how have you been feeling? I heard about that cold last week, and I was worried." Yona said as she took a plate for herself and sat down on a stool on the side next to Kit. Yuki grinned.

"I'm feeling much better. Thank you."

Kit watched Yuki as he placed some food in his mouth and chewed. Something ,if not everything, about him was interesting to her. She had never met anyone as young as him before. All the people at the House were adults, and no kids were allowed near the facility. Kit was completely oblivious as to how to act with kids her own age. Kit was distracted as Yona and Yuki started to carry on small talk. She was brought back by the smell of the food on her plate and immediately started eating. It was delicious! Kit smiled as she took large amounts of food and shoved it in her mouth using the chopsticks Yona had handed out. Yuki paused in what he was saying and glanced at Kit as she stuffed herself. A smile found its way onto his lips and he gave a chuckle. Yona glanced back and smiled.

"Is it good, Kit?" Yona asked. With full cheeks, Kit nodded. Yona laughed and took a bite of rice.

"So, Kit, how long are you going to be staying with us?" Yuki asked breaking the small silence. Yona tensed ,but Kit just swallowed and looked at him.

"I don't know. I hope for a long time." Kit said meekly, her eyes cast downwards. Yuki frowned.

"Your family wouldn't get upset?"

"...no."

Yona watched the two carefully. She hasn't been able to talk with Hatori since he had talked with Kit, so she was clueless as to what he found out. Yuki tilted his head slightly, but didn't press the family matter any further.

"Where do you live?" Yuki asked. His voice was so sweet and innocent, Kit wanted to spill all of her secrets right then and there, but that would put him in danger and Kit felt like she would die inside if anything happened to this boy.

"It doesn't really matter, where I lived. I just won't be going back." Kit replied. Yuki was silent for a moment and then smiled.

"Well, I hope your happy wherever you end up." Kit's cheeks turned a shade of pink that resembled her hair. He wants her to be happy? Just him saying that made her spirit sore above the heavens. Kit gave him a bright smile that practically lit up the room.

"Thank you."

Yona grinned at the scene. The rest of the meal carried on in simple coversation, Kit saying a few words here and there. She mostly watched Yuki's expressions. He was such a intreging character. He was very polite and respectful , and he smile alot to let Yona know he was listening and interested. But Kit could see a mischevious glint in his eye at times. As Kit finished her food she turned to Yona and asked,

"May I have more?" Yona nodded, smiling, and got up and heaped the food on the plate again. Yuki watched in amazement.

" Amazing how such a tiny girl could eat so much." Kit flushed out of embarassment as she dug into her new helping. A half an hour later the trio was done eating. Yona stood up and grabbed their plates and cups. She had started to wash them when she said,

"So, Yuki, do you want to join me and Kit as I show her a little bit more of the Main House?"

Yuki looked at the woman, expression suddenly gone.

"I would love to, but I'm afraid I have to go meet Akito in a few minutes." Something about the way he said Akito's name didn't sound right. Kit watched his body tense as he glanced at the clock.

"Actually I must leave now. Thank you for lunch, Yona." he turned to Kit as he stood up.

"It was a pleasure to meet you, Kit. I hope we can be friends." he gave her a smile. Kit smiled back and nodded happily. Yuki chuckled and then left the kitchen. Kit watched him go and then thought about what he said. Friends? She has never had a friend before. What do they do? Kit figured she would learn in time and she couldn't wait until then. Yona finished washing up the dished and then dried her hands and put the apron away. Kit rubbed her full stomache. Two helpings certaintly was enough to fill her up. It was just so yummy that Kit wanted to keep eating it. Yona walked back to Kit and said,

"Alright, Kit, let's go. There is still alot more to see!" Kit looked up at Yona. She gave the woman a smile and took hold a her hand like a child would. Yona beamed and grapsed Kit's hand, leading her out of the kitchen.

For the rest of the day, Yona had shown Kit the majority of the Main House. The only places they didn't explore were the upstairs rooms and the residents houses. Yona had made Kit dinner that night and they ate in her room while watching the stars start to appear. Yona pointed out some stars and explained to Kit that they were constellations. The stories were so exciting and Kit found herself wanting to know more. Yona placed their plates on the nightstand and started to prepare Kit for bed. The woman picked out a baby blue nightgown and gently dressed Kit. Then she had Kit brush her teeth and floss. Kit looked at her now clean teeth in the mirror and marveled at how well they shined. The girls went back into Kit's room. Yona was just going to bursh Kit's hair when the door was roughly thrown open. Both girls jumped and looked at the robed man in the doorway. Kit grinned at Akito ,but Yona tensed. Akito eyed her suspiciously.

"I'm getting her ready for bed, Master Akito." Yona explained with a small voice. Akito glared.

"Did I ask you to speak?" he asked harshly. Yona jumped slightly and Kit watched them carefully. Why was Akito being mean to Yona? Kit guessed this was how things were. Just like at the House. There was one leader and the others didn't really matter. Kit made a mental about this. Akito walked into the room, a threatening aura surrounding him.

"Leave." Akito commanded. Yona stood up and bowed, hurrying out of the room, grabbing the plates and as she did, and closed the door. Aktio didn't watch her go ,but just stared at Kit who stood near the vanity. Akito walked towards her and grabbed the hair brush that was on the vanity table. He didn't speak but just walked to the bed and sat down. Kit sprang into action and sat down on the bed next to him, understanding where this was going. She turned do her back was towards him and she was rewarded with the feel of his fingers through her hair. He brushed her hair ever so gently just like the other night. Kit stared out the window, releshing how his fingers combed through her scalp, and continued to looked at the constellations. She decided to ask Akito if he knew about them.

"Have you heard of the constelliations?" Kit asked, mispronoucning "constellations". Akito paused in mid brush ,but then continued his work.

" Constellations. Of course I know of them." he said, curtly. Kit blushed.

"Con-stel-la-tions. Right." Kit said, making sure the word sounded correct." Well, Yona told me stories how each one is a different picture and how they got their names. I like the lion. Which one do you like, Akito?" she finshed. Akito stopped brushing and Kit looked up at him. The man just stared down at her, with dark eyes. They remained like that for a few seconds until Akito stood up. Kit frowned ,but accepted that he didn't like idle chatter. She made another mental note. He was so different from Yona and Hatori. But he did remind her of...no she wouldn't bring him up again. Kit watched as Akito returned the hairbrush and walked to the door. As he opened it, he glanced back and said,

"They're only stars. Nothing that would really fascinate me." Then he walked out. Kit stared at the door, and then glanced at the window before going under the covers and snuggiling in bed. She wondered when she would see Yuki again. Hopefully it was soon because she was eager to learn about friendship. Just the thought of his smile made her jittery. Kit smiled in the night and looked out the window once more. She slowly closed her eyes, more than ready for a nice sleep. That night she dreamt of riding Leo in the sky, as they chased Draco around in a game of tag. Yona was a starry vision of beauty as she giggled and cheered Kit on. Yuki was present to, as he watched Kit with admiration. Another smile was brought to the sleeping girl's lips.

Akito had made his way into his room and was now under the covers. He was laying on his back with his arms on his stomache and eyes averted to the ceiling. Why did he suddenly panic about talking freely with Kit? Why couldn't he anwser her? Why had she even talked at all? It just made things more complicated for him. She certaintly had gotten braver since he brought her here. Maybe she was warming up to them. Akito frowned. How long was he going to keep her here? Why did he even bring her here at all? Why did this little girl make him so insecure about himself? He was head of the Sohma House. He shouldn't be nervous around a little girl. Why did she have that affect on him? Akito growled as the questions gave him a headache. He couldn't anwser a single one. The man turned over on his side and the moonlight caught his eye. He looked to the window and obsereved the twinkiling stars. Kit's question was brought back to him.

"Which one do you like, Akito?"

He thought about the answer he gave her and the answer he wanted to say. I don't know. I rarely think about those things. Akito closed his eyes and a picture of Kit popped up. Her smile was the only thing he could think of as he drifted off to sleep

Surprise! Yuki steps into the picture! Thought you guys would enjoy that :) Reviews are welcome! But be gentle with your words please :3