And now the exciting conclusion of this story...okay not really THE conclusion. There will be one more chapter after this (the fun chapter). This chapter was an interesting one to write. I hope you all enjoy it.

"I am happy to help Shingyouji, you know that. But are you sure this is what you want to do? What about Misu?"

Shingyouji leaned against the wall next the phone. Currently he was alone as Kago was in class and he was using his approved time to call Gii alone.

"I will tell Arata-san everything when the time is right. What about Hayama-san? Do you think he will be okay with this?"

"I will explain everything to him Shingyouji."

"This is going to take up a lot of your time. Will that be okay?"

"For you Shingyouji, yes."

"Thank you Saki-san."

"Shingyouji for this to work you are going to have to start calling me Gii."

"Ah yes...Gii." It felt odd and nice at the same time.

"And you will have to give me some warning when he starts listening. I know he won't be able to hear me, but it will help me."

"If I mention the time we spent at the guest house then you'll know he's here."

Gii chuckled. "Makes sense. Use the time we really did become closer to talk about."

"Sak...I mean Gii."

"Yes Shingyouji?"

"I really do want to thank you for doing this for me. This wouldn't work without you."

"Shingyouji, I know you would do the same for me or Takumi. Also Takumi would be upset with me if I didn't do everything I could to help you."

"Then thank Hayama-san for me as well. I will call again soon."

"I look forward to it Shingyouji. I always look forward to our talks."

"Good-bye Gii."

Shingyouji hung up the phone. It felt like a lead weight in this hand. He had not been surprised at Gii's willingness to help. It was that he had now put his plan in motion. If this didn't work he didn't know what he had left in him to fight back.

Over the next month Shingyouji made a point of calling Gii frequently. Each time he would tell Kago beforehand. His phone calls to Misu became less frequent and shorter. It was difficult to pull away, but he had to for the sake of freeing them all. Misu noticed right away and questioned him about it. For now he lied and gave a need to study as an excuse. He played the lie even more for Kago by not studying right after talking to Misu. As the month wore on each time Shingyouji mentioned that he was going to call Gii, Kago's face began to grow more troubled.

"Mitsu, you are calling him a lot. Do you really need that much advice? Are you sure you are keeping to your promise and not having him contact the Misu family for you?"

"Haruka I can promise that he is not sharing our conversations with the Misu's or Arata-san. I like talking to him. He makes me feel good."

"Really Mitsu? Is that much better a friend than me? You don't need him, you don't need the Misu family. You have me. I can be everything you need."

They were currently in their dorm room. Shingyouji had just spoken with Gii and returned to the room just before curfew. He had finished changing and was getting ready for bed when Kago asked him about Gii. It wasn't surprising Kago would notice the difference. He always left the conversations with Gii a little happier, with a smile on his face. The conversations with Gii reminded him of the time at the guest house. He found it easy to speak with him on any matter of subjects. He was smart and never made Shingyouji feel bad for not knowing something. He could see why Takumi loved him so much. He was an easy man to care for. Not that his heart was truly swayed, he'd never fall for anyone other than Misu.

"Gii is different." Shingyouji tried to find words that were true. Words that Kago would believe even if there weren't any true romantic feelings behind them. "He is caring even to people that he barely knows. He treats me with respect and listens to what I have to say. He has freely given me his valuable time. Add to that he is stunning. He is," Shingyouji paused, as if thinking deeply. "special to me."

Kago stood up from his bed. "I can be all those things."

"No Haruka, you can't." Shingyouji turned his back on Kago and and pulled the covers down on his bed. When he turned around Kago was standing directly behind him.

"Why can't I? I know I am better than Misu, he's scary, and I have to be better than Saki. I've known you longer. I know you better than they possibly could. Why can't you see that?" Shingyouji took a step back. His foot hit the bed, causing him to sit hard onto the mattress. Kago leaned down over him. "You've always pulled away from me Mitsu. And every time you get hurt. If you just stop running and let me in, all of the pain would stop."

"No Haruka, it wouldn't. You will never mean to me what either of those two mean to me."

"If you were going to choose someone new why couldn't you have picked me?"

"You don't understand Haruka."

"No Mitsu I don't. I don't understand any of this. I've done everything to get your attention, but you won't look at me." Kago grabbed his shoulders. "Just look at me Mitsu."

He shoved Shingyouji back on to the bed, climbing on top of him at the same time. He trapped Shingyouji's arms beneath his legs. He leaned forward and Shingyouji turned his head. Kago grabbed his head with his hands and forced him back. Shingyouji met his eyes.

"Don't do this Haruka."

"I have to Mitsu. You'll never look at me until I do."

Kago leaned forward, his lips coming inches from Shingyouji's. "Haruka, stop." Shingyouji yelled. He could no longer hold back. He had always had the physical strength over Kago, but never the mental strength to use it. Until now. With a quick twist of his hips, he slipped one arm free and used it to shove Kago off. Kago fell the floor with a loud thump. Shingyouji stood quickly and hovered over Kago. His hands were clenched in tight balls at his side. Shingyouji used all his control to not strike him while he cowered at his feet. Hitting Kago would not fix anything. It would only be a momentary solution to a bigger problem. "I told you to stop." Shingyouji said through clenched teeth.

"I really don't understand any of this Mitsu." Kago slowly stood up. He took a step backwards. "Not at all." He hung his head and walked to his own bed. He crawled in and turned his back to the room. "You are not allowed to call anyone any more without my being there. Not the Misu's, not your family, and not this Saki."

"That's fine Haruka. I am going to be calling Gii again tomorrow. You are welcome to listen. I plan to ask him to visit me. Maybe if you meet him then you will understand."

"I doubt it Mitsu."

Shingyouji crawled into his bed feeling a little shaken. Kago's attack and his own response had pumped adrenaline throughout his body. He felt a little nauseous. But hopefully soon it would be all over. He had told Kago that he would be inviting Gii to campus. It was the final piece to his plan. If this didn't work then there was nothing left. Shingyouji grabbed the blanket and wrapped it tight around his body. Suddenly he felt very cold.

Shingyouji picked up the phone, his fingers over the numbers. Kago sat on the floor, his back against the wall looking up at Shingyouji. Kago had woken up that morning happier than he had gone to bed, as if last night's actions had never happened. Except for one offhand comment about phone calls. Shingyouji decided it was best to play along with his momentary amnesia. He didn't need to upset Kago any further. Shingyouji entered the well memorized numbers. Gii picked up in two rings.

"Hey Shingyouji, I didn't expect to hear from you so soon. Not that I don't like talking to you."

"I like talking to you too Gii. It's like the times we were alone at the guest house. I feel like we've become really close. Because of that I was wondering, hoping, that you could come visit me soon."

"Of course Shingyouji. So he's listening then? Does that mean we are ready to take the final step?"

Shingyouji swallowed hard. "Yes, and I would really like to see you."

"Then I can be there day after tomorrow."

"I didn't mean…"

"Shingyouji I am guessing something happened. You sound different today. I want to help you. And if getting there sooner helps then I will. So I will see you day after tomorrow. Remember to talk to Kaka-sensei as well. He will need to know I am coming that day to help us."

"I will. Thank you Gii. I will see you then."

Shingyouji hung up the phone. Kago continued to stare at him. "So he's coming to see you then."

"Yes Haruka, he's coming day after tomorrow."

"That's fast. He can't be that important if he can visit you on such short notice."

"Haruka." Shingyouji sighed.

"I'm sorry I didn't mean that comment. I thought about what you said last night. While I still think Misu is not right for you. He's too forceful, too controlling. I am willing to meet this Saki. Maybe you're right and I will understand once I meet him."

"Thank you Haruka." Shingyouji said not believing a word Kago said. "I need to visit Kaka-sensei about getting permission for Gii to visit. As I am not speaking to anyone outside of the school you do not have to come."

"No, I want to join you. After all I help in the office, I am sure Kaka-sensei would do a favor for me."

"I would appreciate it then Haruka."

They found Kaka working in his office. He greeted them both and welcomed them inside.

"Kaka-sensei, I have come to ask a favor. I know it is short notice, but Saki Giichi is planning to visit me day after tomorrow, and I would like to get special permission for him to be here."

"Ah, yes, well that is short notice, but…"

"Please Kaka-sensei, do it as a favor for me." Kago smiled brightly.

"Of course, Kago-kun. Then as a favor for both of you, I will grant Saki's access to campus."

"Thank you Kaka-sensei. I appreciate it." They stepped out his office and walked a while down the hallway. "Ah, Haruka, I left my bag in Kaka-sensei's office. I'll be right back."

Shingyouji jogged away before waiting for an answer. He knocked on the door and entered. Kaka was holding his bag out to him.

"I figured you left it as an excuse to come back so I didn't say anything."

"Thank you Kaka-sensei."

"With Saki coming does that mean you're going through with it?"

"I have to. I am not going to force Haruka to do anything, everything will be his own choice. If he continues to behave the way he has then it will finally be over."

"Then I will play my part the best I can. Have Saki contact me when I am needed. It's such a small thing Shingyouji-kun, are you sure there isn't more I can do?"

"No Kaka-sensei, it is enough. Thank you for believing me."

"Of course Shingyouji-kun. Now you better get going before he starts getting suspicious."

Shingyouji took his bag from Kaka and headed out the door. Only a few days left and it might finally be all over.

It was 3 o'clock when the call came in that Shingyouji had a visitor waiting for him in the main courtyard. Gii choose the most advantageous spot to be seen from any direction. As Shingyouji stepped out onto the courtyard he first noticed his other classmates staring, all in the same direction. He followed their line of sight directly to Gii. Their eyes met and Gii's face lit up with a large smile. Shingyouji hadn't been lying to Kago about the stunning comment. Gii was dressed for the part. He wore black boots, skinny black jeans, a tight grey shirt that highlighted his chest and a thin black leather jacket. His hair was just the right level of tame and messy. He walked directly up to Shingyouji and kissed him on the cheek, then pulled him into a long hard hug. Shingyouji actually felt himself blush. He still wasn't tempted, but he had to admit, Gii looked good.

"Shingyouji. I've missed you." Gii said loudly. Then whispered quietly into his ear. "Is he here? Do you see him?"

For a moment Shingyouji was so flustered he forgot who he was supposed to be looking for. Then he remembered everything when he caught sight of Kago standing 20 feet away glaring at them.

"He's watching. And I think he's already ready to burst."

"Then we just need to push him a little further." Gii released him. "Yes I'd love to see your dorm room." Gii said just loud enough.

At this comment, Kago was at Shingyouji's side in mere seconds, nearly knocking him over.

"Hi, I'm Haruka Kago. I'm Mitsu's roommate."

"Mitsu?"

"Yeah, that's what he prefers I call him. We've known each other for years. We're very close."

"Interesting. I don't remember Shingyouji mentioning you before. Ah well. It's nice to meet you now, Kago. We were just on the way to the dorms. Care to join us?"

Kago's face twisted with different emotions. Offended at being slighted, but elated at being asked to accompany them.

"Of course."

As they walked back to the dorms Gii put his arm around Shingyouji's shoulders and held him close. Classmates and teachers alike paid their respects as they walked past. While they walked Shingyouji offered little smiles at Gii, who smiled back at him. Every step Kago was directly at his other side, watching them closely.

In their room Gii immediately took the edge of the bed to sit on. He pat the space next to him inviting Shingyouji to sit next to him. Kago pulled up the desk chair and sat directly across from them. Gii leaned over into Shingyouji while digging into his jeans pocket.

"Sorry," he says as he winked at Shingyouji their faces inches from each other. "I just need to send a message to my parents that I got here safe."

"Of course."

Shingyouji watched as Gii typed on his screen to Kaka-sensei. "I'm here. We're ready for you in the bedroom." And hit send. He leaned over again to put his phone away moving his face even closer to Shingyouji.

"Kago." Gii said suddenly turning to look at Kago. "You say you've known Shingyouji for years. You must have some interesting stories to share with me about him." Gii dropped his hand on Shingyouji's knee. "I'd love to hear anything you could tell me about our Shingyouji here."

Shingyouji watched as Kago gripped the edge of the seat, his knuckles turning white.

"I do, but those are stories between me and Mitsu. I couldn't share them with just anyone."

"Oh I understand." Gii turned his head to look at Shingyouji. He put his hand under Shingyouji's chin. "But I'm not just anyone, am I?" Shingyouji slightly shook his head no. "Great. Then tell me, was he always this cute, even as a kid?" Shingyouji kicked him lightly in his shin.

"Well I always thought he was." Kago said.

"As I expected. I'm just sorry I didn't see it earlier. But I see it now. I've come to realize all of Shingyouji's great attributes." Gii ran his fingers through Shingyouji's hair staring directly into Shingyouji's eyes. Shingyouji did his best to not look away.

"Yeah, Mitsu is...is really great."

The moment was interrupted by a knock at the door. Kago jumped up to answer. Gii dropped his hand and offered a smile to Shingyouji. "You're doing good." He whispered.

"Thanks," Shingyouji whispered back.

"Oh Kaka-sensei, why are you here?"

"Kago-kun I am happy to find you. I'm sorry to bother you but I need your help."

"Um, we have a guest."

"Oh?" Kago opened the door. "Ah yes Saki, good to see you again." Gii stood and approached Kaka.

"You too Kaka-sensei."

"I'm sorry to interrupt but I really do need Kago-kun's assistance. My other assistant is out sick and I have a project that I must finish before tomorrow. It will only take an hour of your time, but I really need the extra hands to put the materials together."

"But...um...I…"

"That's okay Kago-kun, we understand." Gii patted Kago's back. "Shingyouji and I will be fine on our own. Won't we Mitsu." Gii said, winking at Shingyouji.

Kago's whole body tensed at Gii's use of Mitsu, but remained silent as he glanced over at Kaka.

"Great, I really appreciate it. Come along Kago-kun."

Kago dropped his head and with heavy steps followed Kaka out the door. Gii closed the door behind them. As soon as the latch fell into place Shingyouji let out a huge sigh.

"He seems very attentive to you Shingyouji."

"Too attentive."

Gii stepped over to him and put a hand on his shoulder. "Are you doing okay?"

"Yeah this is just a little weird for me."

"I know what you mean. But you're doing well Shingyouji. Only a little bit longer."

"I know. I keep reminding myself we are only doing this because he's forced me here."

"Do you still think he will do something?"

"If he sees you as a threat, yes. We just need to push him a little more as we talked about."

"I can do that. Kaka-sensei promised to warn us when he was on his way back, so we should have some time. Let me call the restaurant to make sure they are ready for our arrival on their end."

"I am sorry I asking you to use your family name for something like this Gii."

"If I cannot use my name to help a friend then my name isn't worth much."

Gii called through to the restaurant to confirm they were ready for them and would do as asked. It was a small favor to them for the Saki family. THeir name carried weight wherever they went. When finished with his call Gii sat back down on Shingyouji's bed sitting a few feet wasted away the time talking about other things besides Kago. They talked about Takumi, they talked about Misu, they talked about college life. They talked about things to look forward to once Shingyouji's life was his own again. As the time for Kago's expected return grew closer Shingyouji began to get nervous.

Gii took his hand, gently, as a friend. "Are you ready for this?"

Shingyouji offered a small smile. "No. You?"

"Honestly no. I never thought I'd be in this position with anyone besides Takumi."

"And me with Arata-san."

"Aren't we a pair? The two most uncomfortable fake lovers possible." Shingyouji laughed, feeling a little more at ease.

Shingyouji reached down and stripped off his shirt. Next he stood up and unbuttoned his pants.

"You can wait until we hear from Kaka-sensei if you want."

"We can't know how fast he will get back here. Better not wait."

With a quick embarrassed glance at Gii he stripped his pants off too, leaving himself standing only in his underwear and his gold ring necklace. He took both shirt and pants and threw them in the closet. Gii stood and looked Shingyouji directly in the eyes.

"You can do this. One last step to convince him completely. Lay down on the bed."

Shingyouji moved over to his own bed and lay atop the covers. Gii took off his jacket and set it across the chair. He crawled over next to Shingyouji, his back to the door. He leaned over positioning himself as close as possible to Shingyouji without touching him yet. From the back it would appear as if they were actually touching. Shingyouji looked up at Gii.

"I don't think I will tell Arata-san about this part."

"I don't plan to tell Misu about this either. I like my jaw right where it is." Shingyouji smiled. From Gii's jacket his phone vibrated. "That would be our final warning. He's on his way now." Gii shifted once again moving one leg over Shingyouji's leg.

In a few short minutes, the door to the dorm room was thrown open. Shingyouji twitched in surprise but Gii didn't react. Instead he pinned Shingyouji down further into the bed, tilting his head even closer.

"Mitsu."

Gii slowly let go of him and rolled backwards, glancing over his shoulder to look at Kago. "Ah sorry Kago. Shingyouji was changing for tonight and I couldn't help myself. I tried to help, but it ended up like this."

"Well I'm back now, so…"

"I see, then excuse us." Gii rolled completely off Shingyouji, grabbing his jacket from the chair. He held it up for Shingyouji to cover himself with. Shingyouji gathered the jacket around his shoulders.

"So you were going out to tonight?"

"You caught that? Yes I wanted to take Shingyouji out to dinner this evening. You don't mind do you?"

"Well, I would prefer…"

"Why don't you come with us? But only as long as you promise to share with me some stories of our Shingyouji."

"Really? I mean yes."

Gii wrapped his arm around Shingyouji still covered in his jacket. "Then we should probably finished getting you dressed."

Shingyouji handed Gii his coat and moved to his closet to look through his clothes. His hand slid across his favorite shirt. The white floral shirt Misu had bought for him. Even for a night like this he wouldn't wear that shirt with anyone else except Misu. Instead he pulled out a nice red button down shirt and black slacks. It didn't take long for Kago to dig through his closet and find a nice outfit to wear out as well. At the door Gii placed his coat over Shingyouji's shoulders.

"It looked better on you."

"Thank you Gii." Shingyouji offered a warm smile to Gii.

"Looks like we're ready."

Gii placed his arm around Shingyouji, while Mitsu stood close to his other side. The trip to the restaurant was long, if uneventful. Just enough time for Shingyouji to start to fret that his final step in his plan was for nothing. Kago wouldn't fall for the bait. Nothing would stop him from continuing to ruin his life.

The restaurant was a nice upscale Italian place. At the front desk they politely asked what the reservation name was under. Shingyouji was surprised they didn't recognize Gii, but then he realized Gii had asked them not too. He didn't want Kago to suspect anything about this place. They were led to a secluded table in the back. A perfect romantic location.

"Ah sorry Kago I forgot to update the reservation for bringing you. Can we get another chair?"

"Of course sir, I'll bring one right away."

Gii pulled out one of the chairs and gestured for Shingyouji to sit down. He then took the remaining chair, leaving Kago to stand and wait for the extra chair to be delivered. Gii handed Shingyouji the menu.

"Order anything you want. It's all my treat tonight. But save room for dessert latter." Gii winked at him. The extra chair finally arrived and Kago pulled himself up close to the table. Gii handed him his menu. "You too Kago, feel free to order what you want, as long as you keep to your promise about the Shingyouji stories. But don't worry about saving room for dessert."

The evening moved by at a standard pace. They ordered their meals, waited only a short while for them to arrive, then finished them off while talking about nothing important. As their plates were cleared away Shingyouji looked over at Gii and nodded his head slightly. Gii nodded back. Shingyouji pushed his chair back.

"If you excuse me, I need to use the restroom for a moment. I will be right back."

Shingyouji stepped away from the secluded spot and stood just around the corner. He couldn't see either of them, but he could still hear them. They were quiet for a few moments, then he heard Kago's voice.

"I am surprised by you Saki."

"Really? How so?"

"You know that Mitsu is still seeing that Misu jerk right? You saw he was still wearing his necklace."

"I did see that. And I do know. And you probably know that Misu and I are not on friendly terms. I freely admit that my seeing Shingyouji has the added bonus of causing Misu some grief, but I came into this knowing that Misu and Shingyouji are an item. I know I have my work cut out for me."

"So you wouldn't mind if Misu found out about you?"

"No."

"Ahh." Kago went quiet for a second. Shingyouji could almost hear the wheels spinning in his head. "I probably shouldn't tell you this. Mitsu would be very mad if I did, but I worry for your family name."

"Kago what are you talking about?"

"I don't know, it's not good."

"Kago, tell me."

"Shingyouji can get a little scary at times. I've known him so long I've seen every side of him. He can be very sweet and nice but he can be violent too. Just the other day he pushed me down onto the floor."

"Really, he attacked you? You didn't do anything to provoke him?"

"Not at all. Something in him snapped. It was very scary to be around."

"But you've forgiven him?"

"Ah well, I've known Mitsu a long time. He is my friend. Of course I forgive him."

"Shingyouji is my friend too. I am sure if he did something wrong I would forgive him as well."

"But you have your name to protect. I'm nobody."

"Ah don't say that Kago. You're not a nobody."

"Th...that's not what I mean."

"What do you mean?"

"I mean you. You should be worried. If Shingyouji does something to you, and someone saw it, it would make you look bad and could hurt your family name."

"Really? Shingyouji doesn't seem the type. He is very sweet."

Shingyouji could tell Gii was purposefully misunderstanding Kago. Trying to get him flustered, trying to get him to react.

"Well yes, usually but sometimes he isn't. I am just saying you should be careful. You might want to back away now before it's too late."

"Is that a threat Kago?"

"No, just a warning."

"Ah I see, well I welcome your advice. However for now I think I am happy with how things are with Shingyouji and I. In fact I am hoping to further our relationship even more tonight. You don't mind if I take him out after for dessert, alone. I'd like to spend some quality time with him, if you know what I mean."

"But, um, he's not allowed to be with others without supervision."

"Without supervision? He's not 5. He'll be fine with me. I promise I won't get him in any trouble."

"His mother…"

"Oh his mother wants him supervised? I am sure she wouldn't have any objections to me being his chaperone."

"Maybe. I don't know…"

"I am sure she would be fine, once she hears my family name." Gii's voice suddenly lowered a bit. "My name gets me a lot, and what I want is Shingyouji."

Shingyouji waited. There was no sound, nothing. After a minute Shingyouji decided it was time to return from his fake trip to the bathroom. He couldn't put it off any longer. Every word Gii used had meant provoke Kago into a reaction, into an outburst, to be filmed by the restaurant in front of a member of the Saki family. And instead he remained quiet. Kago had not taken the bait. Shingyouji came around the corner his shoulders slumped and his head hanging heavy. Gii was smiling happily at Kago. Kago on the other hand had his napkin wrapped in his fist curling it around his left wrist. His eyes were scarier than Shingyouji had ever seen them. As Shingyouji entered the room, Gii grabbed his chair and pulled it closer to him.

"Ah Shingyouji, I was just telling Kago here that I was planning to take you out to dessert, if you're ready."

"If you excuse me for a moment I need to use the restroom as well." Kago said behind clenched teeth.

Gii reached over to Shingyouji and pet his hand through his hair. "Of course Kago. We'll be waiting for you here."

Kago pushed back from the table hard, the chair nearly falling over. He stopped it, catching it before it crashed to the floor. "Excuse me." Kago said again his voice flat.

After he stepped around the corner Gii pulled away from Shingyouji. "Are you okay?" Gii asked.

"I've never seen him like this. I'm a little worried."

"Except he hasn't done anything yet. I am sorry Shingyouji but I think I failed you. I really thought I could get him to do something while we were here." Gii took Shingyouji's hand and held it between his two comforting hands. "I am very sorry Shingyouji. Are you going to be okay tonight?"

"I don't know. I didn't plan for this not working. I really thought he would try something. He seemed willing to in front of the Misu's. I don't know why this would be any different."

Shingyouji felt so defeated. All this time planning and he had nothing to show for it. Instead of forcing Kago into creating a scene in public, in front of Gii, a place that was important to the Saki family, he had gone silent. Shingyouji had been depending on Kago's past actions to guide his plan, and Kago had defied him. Shingyouji could feel the beginning of tears forming. But he couldn't cry. Not here, not now. Not when Kago could come back to their table at any moment. He still had to make it through the rest of the night. And there was no telling what Kago would do once they were alone. Maybe he could find an excuse to spend the night in the infirmary.

"I am very sorry Shingyouji. You know I am willing to try again if needed."

"Thank you Gii, I mean Saki-san, but I am not sure at point it matters anymore."

"Saki-san?"

"Yes, there doesn't seem much point in keeping up the illusion now. And even if I lose Arata-san because of this, it is what I agreed to call you for him."

"I understand Shingyouji, even though I wish it wasn't the case. However you won't lose Misu. He's too stubborn to let you go over something small like this."

Shingyouji offered a small smile at Gii's attempt to tighten the mood.

"Sir? Pardon my intrusion." Gii and Shingyouji turned to look at the man standing in the doorway.

"Oh Hazuki. Shingyouji this is the owner of the restaurant."

"Nice to meet you sir. Thank you for trying to help us tonight."

"Not a problem at all. I know the Saki family is what brought you to our restaurant, but please feel free to call on us again if needed. I don't like bullies and I am happy to help. But based on tonight I am betting that won't be necessary. We will be emailing you the recording shortly."

"Emailing the recording? What recording? He didn't do anything." Shingyouji found himself nearly babbling.

"Ah right you two wouldn't have seen. I don't completely understand why he did what he did but I am sure this recording will give you what you need, along with Saki's word."

Gii and Shingyouji looked at each other confused. "Thank you Hazuki."

"You're welcome sir. If there is anything else we can do for you in the future please let us know."

Hazuki turned and walked away.

"I didn't hear him. What could he have done?" Shingyouji asked.

"I don't know Shingyouji, but will find out soon enough. It sounds like we don't need to use the going out to dessert to keep pushing him. We can still go out if you would like, but I was only using it keep trying to get a reaction out of him."

"No, that's okay Saki-san. I think I want to call it a night. If we really got something I want to know what it is. We should head back soon."

"I understand Shingyouji."

As they waited for the recording to arrive Kago returned to the table. He was holding his arm funny, keeping his left wrist close to his body. He glanced at Gii, then looked to Shingyouji.

"Mitsu, I would like to go home. I am suddenly not feeling well."

"Okay Haruka. I'm feeling a little tired, so I am ready to head back now as well."

"You are?" Kago's eyes lit up. "You're not going out on your own?"

"No, we're not. I'll escort you both back to campus." Gii offered as he stood up.

"You don't have to do that." Kago muttered.

"I don't mind." The three left the restaurant, with Gii stopping and paying. At the door Gii stopped. He glanced at his phone. "You two go on ahead, I'll catch up in a moment."

"Are you sure?"

"He's sure Mitsu." Kago started to walk faster. Once they were a couple blocks away Kago slowed down. Shingyouji noticed he never put his left arm down. Holding it tight against his body.

"Haruka, what happened to your arm?"

"Oh it's nothing."

"Nothing? You look like you hurt it."

Kago glanced back over his shoulder. Shingyouji looked too, but they were alone.

"I didn't hurt it." Kago said, emphasising the I.

"What do you mean by that?"

"I don't know how to tell you this Mitsu, but Saki threatened me while you were in the bathroom."

"He did? What do you mean?"

Kago looked down at his arm. "He told me to leave you alone. Said that I was a nobody and that you were better off with someone like him. When I told him that I would never leave you and that I was somebody to you he grabbed my arm and twisted my wrist really hard." Kago held out his hand. The wrist was bright red and already showed signs of bruising. There were angry looking lines across the backs of his hand.

"He twisted your wrist? Then where did these lines come from?"

"He also slammed my hand against the table. All the things he did are unimportant. That he did them at all is what matters. If he did this to me, what would he do to you if you ever made him angry?"

"I...I think we should go see Nakayama-sensei about this. He should have a look at your wrist."

"Thank you Mitsu. If you think that's best. I really don't want to make a deal about it, but I am worried about you."

Shingyouji looked up at Kago. It was like looking into the eyes of a puppy who had no idea what was about to happen to him. Shingyouji felt a little sad for him, but not enough to not see the plan through. Without seeing the recording, Shingyouji had a very good idea what was on it. It and Gii's word should be enough proof needed to remove Kago from Shidou and remove him from his life. It took every bit of willpower Shingyouji had not to start smiling.

"I think we should also invite Kaka-sensei as well. You should tell him everything that Gii did to you."

"You think that would be okay?"

"Yes Haruka. If Gii really hurt you, you need to tell them everything."

"Thank you Mitsu."

"Gii is going to catch up with us soon. Will you be okay walking with him?"

"Yes. I don't want to leave you alone with him Mitsu. I was very happy that you decided not to go to dessert with him."

"Hey guys. You both took off really fast. I wasn't sure I'd catch up with you."

Both Shingyouji and Kago jumped at Gii's voice coming up behind them. Kago pulled his arm back against his body as they turned around. Gii's eyes glanced at his hand before moving over to Shingyouji.

"Ah sorry Gii, we were just feeling a little anxious to get back. We have to stop at Nakayama-sensei's office before we go back to the dorm."

"Is there something the matter? Are you alright Shingyouji?" Gii stepped closer forcing himself between Shingyouji and Kago, putting his arm around Shingyouji's waist. Even though they had the evidence they needed it didn't feel like the right time to drop the act yet.

"I'm fine. Haruka was feeling ill."

"I'm sorry Kago. I hope it wasn't the rich food that did it to you."

"I'm sure it wasn't the food." Kago said, his voice flat and cold.

"That's good. Then let's get you both back to the dorm."

The trip back to the dorm was quiet. Kago refusing to talk anymore and Shingyouji and Gii giving him his space. At the school Shingyouji and Kago headed directly to the infirmary while Gii excused himself promising to catch up with Shingyouji later before leaving. Shingyouji and Gii knocked on the infirmary door and entered when Nakayama called from inside.

"Good evening Shingyouji-kun, Kago-kun. What seems to be the problem? Did you hurt yourself again Shingyouji?"

"No, this time Haruka is hurt. Can you look at his wrist?"

"I can. Come sit over her Kago-kun. How did this happen? Was this another accident?"

Kago looked at Shingyouji. "It's okay Haruka, you can tell Nakayama-sensei. Though I think you should include Kaka-sensei as well."

"Let me call him, then I will finish the examination."

"Mitsu, are you really okay with me telling them what happened?"

Shingyouji swallowed once and looked Kago in the eyes. "As long as you tell the truth it's okay Haruka."

"I will Mitsu."

Nakayama returned and finished his examination. Bandaging up Kago's arm and giving him a few pain pills. Kaka finally showed up after some time.

"Sorry I took so long. I had someone in my office. I heard there is something you wish to speak about with us Kago-kun."

"Yes Sensei's. It's about what happened to my wrist."

"Go ahead."

Shingyouji held his breath as Kago told the same story again about Gii threatening him and hurting him at the restaurant. Kago had taken the final step on his long manipulative path.

"If this is all true, these are some serious allegations Kago-kun. You know his family is very powerful." Kaka said.

"I do, but I am not doing this for myself. I am doing this for Mitsu's sake."

"Okay Kago-kun, then could you come with me back to the recovery room, so we can discuss this further."

"What about Mitsu?"

"It's getting late. He's going to have to go back to his room."

"Oh, okay. Mitsu, I'll talk to you later."

"Good-bye Haruka. Please take care of yourself."

Kago gave him a strange look as he was led away by Nakayama.

"Shingyouji-kun I need to get in there soon as we need to have him tell his story one more time on tape. But I wanted to let you know Saki showed me the video. It's proof that Saki didn't do anything. Kago-kun is trying to falsely accuse Saki of something pretty major. We wouldn't tolerate this here at Shidou with any student but it helps that it is Saki. Things are going to move pretty fast now Shingyouji-kun. You should go back to your room. Saki is there waiting to say good-bye. Kago-kun will not be coming back to your room tonight, or any other night. He will be sent home very soon."

"Thank you for everything you did Kaka-sensei. You'll never understand how much you did for me."

"I just wish I could have done something more Shingyouji-kun."

"It's okay Kaka-sensei. Everything you did was exactly what was needed. I couldn't have asked for more. Good night Kaka-sensei."

"Good night Shingyouji-kun."

Shingyouji walked out of the infirmary feeling light headed. His plan had worked. Not exactly as he planned, but it had brought about the end result he wanted. Kago was found out. It was the end. In a small way he felt sad for Kago. His world was about to be turned upside down. While Kago had only himself to blame for bringing it on, Shingyouji hoped that this would lead to Kago finally getting the help he needed. But for now he was no longer Shingyouji's problem. He was free. Shingyouji hurried back to his room where his white knight was waiting.

"Saki-san." Shingyouji called opening the door. Gii was standing there with a large smile on his face. He gathered Shingyouji up in a deep hug. Shingyouji hugged him back. "Thank you Saki-san." Shingyouji whispered.

"You are more than welcome, Shingyouji." Gii said releasing Shingyouji.

"I owe you so much."

"You don't owe me anything. You are my friend. You are Takumi's friend. That's all that matters to me. Kaka-sensei told me that he will be expelled from school, and hopefully this should keep him away completely. But please let me know if he tries anything again. With my family and this video I won't let him come near you again. Did you want to see the video?"

"No. It is what I assume though? Haruka hurt himself and blamed it on you."

"Yes he did. I understand you not wanting to watch the video, it's a little upsetting to watch. He's," Gii paused for a moment. "unstable."

Shingyouji laughed lightly. "That's one word for him."

"Now I think it's time for me to head back home, and I believe you have a phone call to make."

Shingyouji nodded his head. "Yes I do."

Gii left after one more hug. Shingyouji watched as he rounded the hallway corner then made his way directly to the phone. The phone rang through to the Misu's house. On the second ring, Natsu answered.

"Hello Mother, can I speak with Arata-san?" Shingyouji heard a happy little gasp in her voice.

"Mother? You're calling me mother again. I mean...hello Shingyouji, yes, yes of course. Let me get him right away."

After a minute Misu picked up the phone. "Hello Shingyouji, Mother seems extremely happy all of a sudden. Has something happened?"

"Yes Arata-san." Shingyouji couldn't stop the tears as they came to his eyes and fell down his face. Tears from months of stress, tears of relief, tears of happiness. "Yes something very good. He's gone. He's being expelled as we speak. And I should never have to speak to him or see him again."

The line was quiet on the other end.

"Arata-san?"

"I'm here." Misu's voiced cracked a little as he spoke. "How?"

"I tricked him. I used his own obsession against him to get himself into trouble."

Misu's voice was stronger now. "His obsession? You are his obsession. How did you stop him?"

"I had help from a friend."

"What friend?"