'Chapter 9'
(My Life: An Old Friends Arrival)
Disclaimer: I do not own anything, 'cept for the plot XP
Warning(s): Slight OOC, minor child abuse, grammer errors xD
Rating: T (Language)
Genre: Angst/Hurt/Comfort/Romance
Author Notes: PLEASE READ!!!
It's nothing bad or anything. But I seem to notice, that this is a Luca/Mikan fanfic...o.o;; Which I intentionally was making it into a Natsume/Mikan. I felt really bad and guilty....for mis-leading those who thought...well I guess it's mostly my fault D8 For making it seem like that and not putting "Natsume H. and Mikan S." For the characters thing....or not pre-warning...I really do feel terrible. Really do. D: I really hate myself when I mis-lead people like that. It irritates the crap out of me.
I'm still planning on making this a Natsume/Mikan fanfic. D: So if you don't like this couple, or were hoping for Luca/Mikan, i'm guessing this isn't the fanfic for you. (Hopefully I didn't sound snobbish or rude. D: That wasn't my intention.) I truly am sorry for those Luca/Mikan fans. Truly truly sorry. D: *bows* Hopefully you won't be too mad at me. ^^;;;
The only Luca/Mikan that I could do at the most. Is a one-shot. Sadly D: As much as I love to support both pairings. Trust me, I would. I'm just fully dedicated to (1)Mitsume fan person. I love them a little bit to much....So yeah, that's all I wanted to say, before we got any farther into the story.
Once again i'm truly truly really am sorry, for mis-leading some of you. Sincerely. D:
-Tragic Panda101
Yumi: I just now notice something wrong with the last chapter, that could have been easily notice.....I put 'Chapter 6' instead of 'Chapter 8'.
Natsume: Baka..... -.-
Yumi: Whaaat?? It's not my fault, D8 I've been busy and other crap....T.T
Natsume: -.- You really are an idiot.....
Yumi: NASTUME-Hey! Didn't you leave at the end of the last chapter??? O.o
Natsume: I came back because of *points to Mikan* that idiot over there.
Yumi: 'O'
Mikan: Natsume you big fat jerk!!
Hotaru: *sighs* There's never a moment of peace around here.....*rolls eyes* Hey....*pulls out up-graded baka-gun* I am in this chapter....right???
Yumi: *gulps and laughs nervously* Well it would spoil it...but i'm pretty sure the reviewers figured out who it was...
Hotaru: Okay...
Yumi: phew....that was a close one.....
Tamahi: *sighs* Can we just get on with the reviews and the chapter already???
Yumi: Fine....
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Yumi: Now that we got that we can now-
Hotaru: aliceneko-chan is right...You do owe me for not putting me in any of the chapters before.... -.-
Yumi: O_O; Uhhh....I gotta go clean my room now!!! I'll see you all later!!! Ja ne!! *waves to audience* Enjoy the chapter!!! *runs off*
Hotaru: *pulls out a mechanical net and baka-gun* Invention #105 The Baka-Net, used to capture idiots. *walks off calmly*
Mikan: What do we do now...? Should we go after them or....?
Luca: Go on with the chapter...I guess??
Natsume: *rolls eyes* Sure fine, whatever. Just, let's get this stupid chapter over and done with....*walks off*
Previously On 'My Life':
A few minutes later, Mikan walked out of the stall. Dressed in a black v-neck shirt, a white vest to go over it. Jean skirt, that wasn't to short. Reaches down to her fingertips. And some brown hiking boots. Her hair was tied up in a bun.
Anna and Nonoko quickly ran to hug the young brunette, both squealing. "Mikan you look sooo adorable." They both said in usion. Mikan sweat dropped but smiled. Her friends could be such dork sometimes. But that's why she loves them and there her friends. Mikan hugged the two girls back. Nothing could possibly ruin this moment.
But...could it turn better?
"So, what happened to the baka this time?" Said a rather familiar voice. The girls turned their heads. Eyes widening.
-X-
All three of the girls eyes widen as big as saucer. Mikan broke away from the hug and took a small step forward, clearing her throat. "H-Hotaru?" She stuttered. You guessed it right peoples. There stood, the infamous black-mail and ice queen. Hotaru Imai.
She hasn't changed much. Her hair is still short and raven colored., but neatly brushed. She a sleeveless button up shirt, with a button un-done. White tank-top to go underneath. Hotaru also wore black cargo shorts. And to finish it off. She wore Light purple sneakers, with black ankle socks.
Hotaru put on a small smile and open her arms. "Come here you baka." She commanded, softly. Tears filled up in Mikan's eyes as she ran over to hug her best friend. "Hotaru you b-baka!" She cried. "H-how come you d-didn't call or write saying you were coming back?!"
Hotaru rubbed Mikan's back in comfort. "Your getting my shirt wet and dirty with your germs Mikan." Mikan laughed. Even at a time like this, Hotaru still worries about her clothing getting dirty. But overall. She was glad, that finally came back. And hopefully for good this time. Breaking the hug, Hotaru wiped away the tears that rolled down on Mikan's face.
"Baka, didn't I tell you, crying makes you ten times uglier??" Hotaru asked, half jokingly. Mikan smiled, but nodded.
Anna and Nonoko ran over to hug there long time friend. "It's good to see you back again Hotaru!" Anna said. Nonoko nodded in agreement. "You back for good?" She asked, slightly worried for Mikan's sake.
Hotaru nodded. "I'm back for good, you idiots." The three girls cracked a grin. The grins didn't last very long though. "HEY!" They cried out all together. "Hotaru you meanie!" Mikan pouted. Hotaru waved her hand dismissively. "Alright you three, let's head to class."
-X-
All nodded and agreement. Mikan opened the door to find both Luca and Yuu leaning against the wall. Looking up, Luca smiled. "Are you feeling better Mikan?" He asked softly.
"Much better! Luca-pyon!" She grinned. Luca's eye's widen. Yuu tried to keep himself from laughing. Anna and Nonoko went into a small giggling fit. While Hotaru just raised an eyebrow. 'Pyon?' She asked herself.
"P-p-pyon?" Luca asked, red in face. Mikan's grin turned even bigger. "Yeah!" She giggled.
"Last night, when I was walking from the bathroom. Your bedroom door was cracked slightly opened! So I took a peek inside and saw you playing with rabbits and other small animals!" She laughed.(Yumi: Sorry if that seemed crappy or anything...but I like having him be called 'Luca-pyon' D: It's to cute! Luca: Back to the story....)
Luca groaned. 'Great, real smooth Luca.' He sighed. "Can we just head to class now?" "Sure why no, Luca-pyon!" Mikan said, as she laughed. He growled. "Mikan-Hey...who's this?? Wait...is that you Imai-san?!" Luca gaped. As well as Yuu.
Hotaru smirked. "Good to see you again Nogi, Iinchou" She greeted, the two gaping boys. Mikan looked back and forth, then to the clock. "Come on guys! We better get to class!" Mikan stated. The girls nodded and walked off to class, leaving the two gaping boys behind.
Yuu was the first to come out of his faze. He shook Luca. "Luca-kun!! Come on! There leaving us behind." Luca shook himself out.
"HEY!" He called out. "Wait up for us you four!!" He ran after them. Followed by Yuu.
The six teens were able to make it on time, before a minute before the second bell rung. They took their seats at an empty table in the back. Ignoring the whispers and looks they were receiving.
"Oi is that Hotaru Imai?!"
"Eh?! Seriously?! I thought she moved away?!"
"Guys! Where screwed! What if she finds out what's been happening to that Sakura girl?" One boy stated that made everyone in the room freeze. 'Shit...' They all they thought.
-X-
None of the five seem to have notice the conversations. All except for Hotaru. Who's attention was caught at what that last comment. 'Just what the hell has been happening to Mikan, while i've been gone?' She thought as she looked at her best friend. Hotaru put that thought aside for now as the teacher walked in.
Narumi-sensei grinned. "So how our my lovely students today?" The class groaned. Could they have more weirder then him?! He clapped his hands. "Now for some of you" He started, "You may have notice that we have an old new face in here!" The class looked back at the tables.
The teacher sweat dropped. "Ohoho, I guess you have. All of you. Now I may re-introduce an old friend and student, Imai Hotaru!" Everybody fidgeted in there seats.
Well except for Natsume. Although, some of his group members weren't looking the greatest. They were all screwed, when she finds out. What they've been doing to her best friend. (A/N: Yumi: HAHA! 8D You guys so totally deserve it! Natsume+group members: Shuddup!!! Yumi: Fine....grump-butts, back to the story)
Hotaru stood up where was sitting and glared at everyone, except to those who sat her table. And Narumi-sensei. The class shivered and sunk down into there seats. They rather listen to Narumi talk about being good citizens.. Then to feel the wrath of Hotaru.
Mikan sweat dropped at the site. Hotaru could be rather...threatening at times. She leaned in towards Hotaru and tugged her arm.
"Hotaru...maybe you should stop with the glaring and take your seat." Mikan whispered, so only Hotaru could hear.
Mentally cursing everyone, that harmed her best friend. Hotaru took her seat once again. Still glaring at everyone.
Laughing nervously Narumi-sensei took out his clip-board. "Now then," He coughed. "Let's take roll shall we?" Narumi-sensei asked. As he began to take roll, Hotaru leaned over towards her best friend. "Hey...what's been going on around here, while i've been gone...?" Hotaru whispered lightly, enough for her and Mikan to hear.
Mikan became stiff. 'Alot...' She thought bitterly to herself. How was she going to tell Hotaru. If she told the young raven-haired girl. Mikan knew for sure she'd make Hotaru even more worried about her even more. So that was out of the question. There was only one thing to do, lie. But that's one more problem. Mikan wasn't the greatest of liars. Everyone knew that. She couldn't tell a lie to save her life.
One question remains. What was she going to tell Hotaru? And having her staring at her like that, wasn't helping much either. Looking down at her text-book, hoping maybe that the book could hold some kind of advice. But nothing came to mind.
Hotaru studied the young brunette, waiting for an answer. Seriously. What's been happening to her since she left? Was it that bad? She tightened her fist, Hotaru had a pretty good idea as to who the culprits were. But wanted Mikan to say so. Not just go right ahead and beat the crap out of them.
Sighing, the raven haired girl, she lightly tapped her fingers on the table. 'Come on Mikan...you baka...at least say something...' Hotaru thought slightly irritated at her best friend.
Mikan bit her lip. Already noticing that Hotaru was becoming slightly un-patient. She better come up with something fast, as in in real soon. Not noticing, she played with a stray piece of her hair. Deep in thoughts. Well, she was until she was brought out of her thoughts by her best friend.
"Mikan?" Hotaru asked, a slight hint of worry. No reply. Hotaru sighed, she knew her best friend could be stubborn sometimes. "Mikan, just tell me at lunch...." Hotaru stated turning her attention towards her work. Mikan slowly nodded. She was safe...for now.
-X-
Through-out the periods up towards lunch. Mikan could hardly focus on any of her work. Her thoughts always seemed to drift off. Like, how exactly was she going to tell Hotaru, what's been happening to her. Since she's been gone. Luca who sat next to her, gave her a worried look.
"Mikan? Are you okay." He asked, voice covered with concern for the young brunette. Mikan shook her head and gave him a reassuring.
"I'm fine Luca-Pyon!" Luca frowned slightly.
"You sure?....Is-is someone..." Hesitating slightly. "Bothering you or anything...??" Mikan rolled her eyes and playfully hit him on the shoulder.
"Like I said! It's nothing to worry 'bout!" She smirked. "Geez Luca-pyon, you sound like an over-protective brother." Luca turned slightly red, slightly glaring at the girl beside him, whom was giggling.
"Haha, very fun Mikan." Luca said rolling his eyes. Mikan stopped laughing and returned back to her thoughts. But not to soon, the bell rung. Signaling it was time for lunch. The two teens packed their bags and went off to meet with the rest of their group.
They made a quick stop at Luca's locker. So he could grab his lunch. Noticing slightly, that Mikan was oddly quiet. "You sure, nothing's wrong??" Luca questioned the young girl. Snapping her out of her thoughts quickly.
She rolled her eyes. "Yes, i'm sure. I just finally decided." Luca raised an eye. "Decided?"
Mikan nodded. "Yeah, I finally decided...i'm just going to tell Hotaru the truth. What's been going, while she's been gone." Mikan answered, her voice sounding slightly worried.
Luca, who was taken-back. Realised what Mikan said. "Ah I see, your not quite sure still. Because of me being friends with Natsume and all, huh?" He asked Mikan, who slowly nodded in returned. Luca sighed and leaned against the locker. He ran his fingers through his hair quickly. Fully understanding what situation she was in.
Natsume was he best friend after all, he didn't really want to see him get hurt. But then again, Mikan had a right to tell her best friend what's been happening to her. He lightly pushed him-self off. "It's okay Mikan." He smiled warmly. "You have as much rights to tell Imai. I know your concerned, but who knows. Maybe we can work something out with her."
Mikan smiled warmly. "Thanks Luca-pyon, for understanding."
Luca nodded. "Besides, I think Imai's been worried about you since she's got back." He frowned slightly. "Although, she sure has a weird way of showing it." He thought back to the times where he saw the two best friends together. Hotaru could be violent at times. He would know.
Mikan giggled and the two began to walk towards their destination. "Yep! That's my best friend for ya! Hotaru Imai!"
Luca chuckled. Honestly, how did these two become the best of friends. 'I guess it's kinda like me and Natsume.' He shrugged. They seem to make up the pieces of the puzzle.
-X-
To be un-announced to the two teens. A lad with raven hair and crimson watched the retreating figures. Anger, confusion and annoyance could be seen in his eyes.
"Yo Natsume!"
Said boy, turned back towards the owner of the voice. There, Natsume, Mochu, Koko and Kitsuneme sat at a near by table. Chatting and eating the usually they do at lunch.
Natsume growled. "What is it Yome?" He asked irritated. Koko raised an eyebrow at his friend. "Dude, what the hell? You've been pissed of lately. Is it because Luca is hanging out with that Sakura girl?" The two other boys looked at him as well, awaiting for Natsume's answer.
Natsume glared at the door, which the two teens walked out a minute again. "That's part of the reason...what pisses me off is that Luca hasn't told me why the hell he's hanging out with her yet." He replied kicking an empty can.
The three teens shrugged and went back to their lunch and chatting. Letting Natsume think to himself. 'Luca, seriously...what the hell has gotten into you...?'
TBC...
A/N: Yes D: It was a boring chapter.... T_T But don't worry I have everything planned out, and it will get more interesting!! I think I just have two or three(Or maybe even one) and it will be more interesting! Promise!! Right now i'm just trying to get everyone introduce, and other stuff. I promise, it will get more better!! D: Don't give up on me yet!! Let's see....the next chapter will have flash-backs, so you'll learn some more of Mikan's past...D: Yeah...
Yumi: *is sleeping*
Mikan: Should we wake her up...or do the ending by our-selves....?
Natsume: *shrugs*
Luca: Let's just try waking her up....
Hotaru: Let me do the honors...*pulls out baka-gun and smirks* BAKA!BAKA!BAKA!
Yumi: ITAI!!! *falls off chair* What the hell?! *rubs head* What the hell was that for?! T_T You guys are so mean!
Hotaru: *rolls eyes* Whatever....*waves hands dismissively*
Natsume: Heh, you deserved it anyways.....
Yumi: What?! Why?! I've been a good author to you!!
Natsume: *raises eye*
Yumi: fine whatever...ANYWAYS!!!! I hoped you enjoyed the chapter, even though it was boring and didn't have really anything interesting happened...Ehehehe...T.T Remember to REVIEW!!! :DDD And no flames please!! D: And-and...*falls back asleep*.........zzzz....
Natsume: -.- idiot....
Mikan: *glares at Natsume* Be nice!!
Natsume: Whatever....*rolls eyes* Ouch!! *rubs head* what the hell?! Who threw this at me?! *looks over*
Yumi: *mumbles in sleep* Natsume...zzz...is an idiot...zzzz....*snores*
Luca: *sweat drops* Wow...o.o even when she sleeps, she's evil as ever.....
Hotaru: She owes me for falling a sleep on me....
Mikan: Hotaru....*sighs* You really shouldn't.....*smiles and turns to the reviewers* See you all next chapter!! *waves* Ja ne!!
Natsume: Hey crazy...don't you have to clean your room...??
Yumi: o.o *wakes up* Crap your right!! Ja ne!!! *waves*
Natsume: Stupid....
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