-1The Queen's Return

Ikuto and Amu were both silent as they looked at the sudden intruder. Amu in particular paid attention to this girl. She was elegant and beautiful, with her golden hair cascading around her shoulders. She seemed to hold some sort of authority over Ikuto who obediently moved away from Amu. She turned, holding her hand out towards Amu, "I've heard lots about you Miss Hinamori. It's a pleasure to meet you." She smiled, "I'm Utau Hoshina."

Amu took Utau's hand. She gripped it rather too strongly for Utau winced slightly. "Don't get in my way," Amu warned.

Utau kept her smile letting go of Amu's hand, "I can't promise you that so easily. You are quite a famous rebel within our school now; I'd like to think I'm involved with such an amazing person. Besides, you've played enough."

Amu stared at Utau with an uneasy feeling. Somehow Utau Hoshina was giving off quite an intimidating presence to Amu and she didn't like it. She almost felt like she had wandered into a stronger beast's territory. She was different to Ikuto.

Seeing there wasn't a response from Amu, Utau continued, "I'm part of the student council as well. We'll see each other again Miss Hinamori." She turned from Amu and wrapped her arms around Ikuto's, almost leaning on him, "Let's go Ikuto; I have many issues to discuss with you."

Amu watched as Ikuto and Utau left without saying another word. For some reason, she felt irritated at the sight of them together. She didn't know who exactly Utau Hoshina was but it wouldn't change anything. To all the students in this school, she'd remain a rebel and they'd remain an eyesore to her as well. Amu gritted her teeth, "What was all that about?" Her mood was completely ruined now. If Ikuto had actually hit her, she might've found more fun in it to what she could do to him later. Amu spent the rest of her day sitting quietly in lessons, which was something new for her, but she was exhausted from confronting Ikuto. She left straight away as school ended though, her mind virtually empty of any thoughts.

Standing by the window Tsukasa observed as Amu left the school building. He watched till he could no longer see her.

"Are you that worried about her, that Miss Hinamori?"

Tsukasa turned to face Utau who sat there patiently behind his desk. He too sat down. "I didn't know you were coming back today Utau."

"I had a change of plans," Utau said, "but we should concentrate on the matter at hand now. I heard everything's that's been happening and I can't say I'm very impressed. Headmaster, first off why did you allow Miss Hinamori to attend here?"

"Utau, I know you have quite the authority to certain things," Tsukasa replied, "this time. It is merely my personal reason and decision."

Utau nodded, "I was hoping you'd tell me since I managed to calm Ikuto."

"You always had an affect on him."

"Easier said than done," Utau whispered.

"I'm assuming your here for Tadase's suspension," Tsukasa guessed.

Utau glanced around the room, "partly. I really don't believe he's the real culprit, but I also know it's hard to satisfy the students."

"Are you proposing something?" Tsukasa asked.

A smile crept upon Utau's face, "you know the situation between Amu and Ikuto don't you?"

Tsukasa nodded, feeling a headache from the mention of it.

"If they continue their useless fighting, it won't benefit anyone," Utau stated, "will you oppose to the idea of uniting them?"

Tsukasa stared at Utau, thinking she was crazy for the moment. Uniting Amu and Ikuto; that was something impossible from what's happened involving them so far. Yet, Tsukasa couldn't stop himself from stealing a glance towards his secret vault where the pictures are kept. Bringing Amu and Ikuto together was their final wish... Tsukasa faced Utau, "are you certain your fine with this Utau. You and Ikuto are-"

Utau held up her hands to stop Tsukasa from speaking any further, "I've decided. Besides, making them work together is the only way to help Tadase Hotori, though I don't really like him that much. It'll make Ikuto and Kukai feel better." She stood up and waved goodbye, stepping out Tsukasa's office.

"You're finally done."

Utau smiled and hugged Ikuto straight away as soon as she saw him. She loved his scent and his broad chest and the way he just stood there letting her embrace him all she wanted. She felt safe with him. "Did you miss me?"

"Not one bit."

Utau pulled away and gave Ikuto her unsatisfactory gaze. "You want to know whether I managed to persuade the headmaster about Tadase; well there is a way."

"Is there?" Ikuto asked.

Utau smiled, linking her arm to Ikuto's again, resting her head on his shoulders as they walked, "I'll tell you later."

Ikuto sighed, "You love making me wait."

"Is that a bad thing?"

"Depends..."

"Where's Kukai?" Utau asked looking around.

Ikuto smiled looking at Utau, "disappointed he isn't here?"

Utau pulled a face at Ikuto which made him laugh. They walked out to where the car was already waiting for them and got in, heading back to the same home.

The sun shone brightly the next day in the morning where the students were already pouring into the school. Many were excited, shouting and running, which made Amu feel irritated. Why were they acting like children about to enter a amusement park for the first time of their lives. There couldn't possibly be anything exciting happening in this damn school full of rich spoilt brats.

"Err, Amu."

Amu stopped walking. It was the first time someone has ever said her name since she entered this school. She turned to see the girl who she used before. The girl who saw Ikuto in the toilet and had her underwear stolen and placed in his bag. "What is it?" Amu asked with an impatient tone.

"You need to head over to the sports ground. Everyone is there for-"

"I'm not interested," Amu said, "I barely take part in anything anyway."

"BUT THE QUEEN IS BACK," the girl shouted. "You can't disobey the queen or even be rude to her."

"I don't give a damn about-"

The girl grabbed hold of Amu's hand and started to drag her towards the sports ground where all the other students were headed. "You, even if you had other intentions. You still kind of helped me with the incident before so... just this once; I don't want to see you in trouble. You need to listen to the queen."

Amu had the urge to push this girl away and head in the other direction, not wanting anyone to tell her what to do but she was also confused with this girl and her good intentions towards her. "Who is this queen person?" Amu asked slightly curious since everyone was making a big fuss.

"She's the most famous singer in this country. You must've heard of her name before..."

"I don't care," Amu interrupted, "I meant what she is in this school? To be called Queen..."

"Well," the girl began to explain, "You know the richest and most powerful in this entire school is president Ikuto. The Queen is really close to president Ikuto and he always listens to her. So from that, she's earned the name and place of a queen. She's the second in control after the headmaster in an odd way."

Amu didn't ask anymore. It was interesting to know that Ikuto had a weakness and it was a girl as well. Who was this Queen? Amu really wanted to meet her now.

The girl separated from Amu as soon as they arrived where the students were already gathered. She looked up onto the set stage to see Ikuto and Kukai already sitting there. There was an empty seat, where the queen was to be sat. Amu tapped her feet waiting impatiently. She would've turned around and gone back inside the school ages ago if it wasn't for her sudden sparked interest in that girl. Amu looked around and only wished she would show herself sooner.

Sitting quietly on the seat on the stage, watching the crowd of students getting excited, Ikuto sighed. Kukai who sat next to him gave him a pat on the shoulders, "come one, cheer up. Its not nice when she's finally come back after so long."

"It wasn't that long," Ikuto corrected Kukai, "she only left for three weeks. I'm more bothered about Tadase."

"Didn't Utau say she had a plan?" Kukai questioned.

"Yeah, apparently she needs to announce it to the entire school," Ikuto replied, "I don't understand her at all sometimes."

"Don't talk behind my back."

Ikuto and Kukai looked up to see Utau in front of them, waving at them then heading towards the stage front. There were already loud cheers as she stepped forward. It all shows how popular she was as an idol and as a student within this school.

"Everyone," Utau said into the microphone, "thank you for gathering here today...it's been awhile but I'm back at last..."

Below the stage, mixed in with crowd of cheering and happy students, Amu was slightly speechless to see her. Utau Hoshina, the girl who stopped Ikuto from hitting her and the one she met earlier on who she felt uncomfortable with; why was it her?

Utau now took a deep breath and said clearly and loudly so that everyone could hear her, "…I've decided to elect a new member into the student council…that person will be no other than Amu Hinamori…"

"What?" Amu gasped along with the other students. Ikuto and Kukai also stood up in surprise.

"Utau, don't joke around," Ikuto said.

Utau smiled, "I'm dead serious. Amu Hinamori - do you hear me… you're going to join the student council…"