I was waiting for 60 reviews before I updated the next chapter... I didn't get there but I just couldn't wait so here it is! Sorry for the long wait.

To avoid confusion:

Normal: Japanese

Bolded: Messages (from Misaki)

Italicized: English

Recap: "We have such horrible pasts, but from now on I will always be by your side if you ever need me. We will get through life together. Alright?" I said soothingly. Misaki nodded and rested her head on my shoulder.

Misaki's POV

"What are you doing?" asked Usui, staring at me while I was writing an essay.

I glared at him as if to say: stop bothering me!

"But Misa-chan, I'm bored! There's nothing to do!" complained Usui.

I threw a book in his direction. "But Misa-chan I don't want to read. I want to do something fun with you," explained Usui.

I was about to get my textbook and smack him in the head when I heard Satsuki call everyone to the living room.

"C'mon Misa-chan, let's go!" Usui said in such a childish voice I felt like punching him.

When we met up with everyone in the living room, Satsuki and Subaru made us stand in a line. Many of the orphans here already knew what this procedure meant and most of them both dreaded and was excited over it. But for me, I absolutely hated it, no one would want a mute child anyways.

"Ugh! Not again! I really got used to this place. I don't want to have a chance of leaving," whined Sakura.

"Now now Sakura. Wouldn't it be nice to actually have a family and a permanent home?" said Satsuki soothingly.

"Yes, but now you guys here are my family," sobbed Sakura.

By the looks of it, Usui already knew what was happening. He tightly grasped my hand.

I raised my eyebrow at him, asking: What's wrong?

"I'm just so good-looking and adorable that someone might want to adopt me. That means that I'll get separated from you," he stated in a serious tone.

I rolled my eyes and stomped on his foot. How conceited! "Ow Misa-chan! That hurt!" exclaimed Usui grabbing his foot.

I quickly grabbed my white board and wrote: You always say that, but you're never actually hurt. Also, you deserved it.

"How sweet Misa-chan. You can tell whether I'm in pain or not, which means you can feel my emotions," Usui said cockily.

I scoffed at him and turned away. I didn't want to drain all my energy on him.

"Okay, everyone, get ready! Today you all will be meeting a young couple who just recently moved here. Please be on your best behavior and try to make a good impression on these people," Satsuki said gently. Everyone nodded; most of us already knew the drill.

The door bell rang and Subaru quickly answered the door. I heard greetings being exchanged before they made their way to the living room where all of us are lined up.

"Hi, it's very nice to meet you two," Satsuki said sweetly. "I hope you will find one of these children suitable for your family."

"Yes, we hope so too. My wife Christine is unable to have children, so we are hoping to adopt one. Isn't that right Christine?," said the man.

"Of course, Tom," replied Christine.

Just by hearing them speak, I knew that they weren't fluent in Japanese and that they were British based on their accents.

"As you might have been able to tell, we are foreigners and would like to have a child that is pretty decent with the English language. If there are none, then it's ok. We could find someone at a different orphanage," said Christine.

"Oh. I think we might have someone here," said Satsuki, "who here is pretty good at English?"

Lily, Usui, and I raised our hands. I know that I don't talk, but I'm still pretty good at English.

"Oh good. At least there are some people who speak English here. The other orphanages we went to didn't have anyone," stated Tom, "It's great to see that you three know English."

"Yes, it is. Now we will hold a conversation with each of you in English to see how good you are. Alright?" Christine said.

Lily and Usui nodded, but I just looked down. I didn't even converse in Japanese, so why would I converse in English?

Lily went first. "Hello, what's your name?" asked Tom.

"My name is Lily. It is very nice to meet you,' replied Lily.

"We are also delighted to meet you as well," said Christine.

"So, how do you know how to speak English?" asked Tom.

"My father was born in America and taught me some English," responded Lily.

"Well that's good. If you don't mind me asking, what happened to your father?" asked Christine.

"Um... I'm sorry but I don't understand," said Lily.

"That's all right," said Christine, switching back to Japanese, "you did pretty good though. You know most of the basics."

"Okay, now it's you turn, lad," said Tom, turning to Usui, "What's your name?"

"My name is Takumi Usui sir. It's a pleasure to meet you, said Usui as he dipped into a bow.

"Wow! You have such great manners! Telling by your accent, I can tell you are British as well. Am I right?" asked Christine.

"Yes ma'am. I was born and raised in England and just recently moved here myself," answered Usui.

Since I understood English, I quietly gasped. Usui was from England? And his pronunciation with these English words were perfect. Well I shouldn't be too shocked because he did tell me that he was from the Walker family. And I knew that 'the Walker family' wasn't Japanese.

"Well what happened to your family, if you don't mind me asking?" asked Tom, repeating Lily's question.

"I'm sorry but the story of how I became an orphan is very deep and personal and I would not like to share it," apologized Usui.

"That's all right lad. We know the experience must've been painful. Anyways, you did a very great job. I could tell you are fluent in English," said Tom.

Everyone tuned to gape at Usui. "Wow! He's actually fluent in English! Now that I think about it, he excels in sports and academics as well. He's just perfect," whispered the children. I just rolled my eyes. It didn't matter to me anyway. As long as he doesn't beat me...

"Okay now. It's your turn miss," said Christine with a smile on her face as she turned to me.

I looked down. Of course I wouldn't talk. Why did I raise my hand in the first place?!

"Does she know how to speak English?" asked Tom to Sabaru.

"I'm not sure, but Misaki doesn't talk. I'm very sorry for not telling you earlier," apologized Sabaru.

"Oh, is she a mute?" asked Christine.

"...I don't think so...," said Subaru after a while.

"Actually, I'm not sure whether she's a mute or not. She never spoke before," stated Satsuki, thinking hard on the topic.

Everyone turned to look at me. "Are you an actual mute Misaki?" asked Subaru.

I thought about it for a while. I was born being able to talk, but since I haven't talked for so long maybe I lost my voice... Is that even possible? Not knowing how to answer I just shrugged.

"Shouldn't you know?" asked Christine.

I shrugged once again.

"Well then, let's find out. Why don't you say something?" said Tom.

"Yeah Misaki! Let's hear your voice for once," shouted the children.

"Are you an actual mute?" asked a couple other children, "or do you just refuse to talk?"

I looked at everyone with utter disbelief. They act as if the situation with my voice is a light matter. I chose not to talk and I haven't spoken for about 10 years. I will not try to speak now just because of these persistent people.

I looked up from the ground and intensely stared at everyone. I will not deal with this any longer. I bolted into a run and left the house. I aimlessly ran all the way to the forest that was at least 2 miles away. I didn't care whether I got lost or not. I wanted to get away from all these people.

Takumi's POV

I can't believe she actually ran away! I was about to chase after her when Honoka grabbed my arm. "This couple is considering adopting you so I suggest you stay," said Honoka in a sweet but menacing voice.

I decided to listen to her because I was unaware of what would happen if I didn't.

"Well that leaves us with one less child to worry about," said Christine trying to lessen up the tension between everyone.

"Now where did we leave off? Ah yes. I think it would be better for us to choose Takumi as our child because he speaks English fluently and should be able to easily communicate with us," stated Tom.

"Of course! Congratulations Takumi! You will finally have a real family!" said Satsuki excitedly.

I should be happy... but I'm not. I want to stay with Misaki. Not people who hurt her and caused her to run away.

"I'm sorry, but I don't want to be your child," I said bowing to the couple.

"Takumi, what are you saying!? This is a rare chance for you to actually have a family! You should take it," exclaimed Shintani.

"It's like what Sakura said earlier. You guys are my family now. I may not be as close to all of you, but I am extremely close to Misaki. And I refuse to be separated from her. I hope you guys understand," I said.

"This is an insult! We came here to try to adopt a child but instead these children are trying to get away from us," shouted Tom, "Satsuki, are you going to do anything about this?!"

Satsuki stared at me for a while before turning to face the couple. "I am extremely sorry, but I must stand up for the children. Misaki and Takumi were both isolated. They were always alone and refused to befriend anyone. They always had their walls up and blocked everyone else out. However, ever since the two met, they've been extremely close friends. I could see the difference n their lives one they met. Therefore, I will not allow Takumi to get separated from Misaki."

"What an outrage! To me, it just seems like your making up a story to cover up the fact that you've raised a bunch of rebellious children!" yelled Christine.

That did it...

"How dare you insult Satsuki?!" yelled Honoka.

"She's been a great friend and for you to insult her abilities to raise children is unacceptable!" said Subaru.

"Satsuki has been the closest thing to a mother I've ever had! She's a lot better then you two combined?" exclaimed Sakura and Shizuko.

"You've just crossed the line with insulting us as well!" exclaimed Lily, Kira, and Rin.

Everyone started verbally attacking the angry couple. I caught Satsuki's glance and instantly read her message: Go get Misaki.

I nodded and ran out of the house. Knowing that Misaki would've ran straight. I ran as fast as my legs could make me wanting to find Misaki as quickly as possible and taking her into my arms. I entered the forest and looked around.

Misaki, where are you?

The next chapter will be a suggestion that I've gotten from sarahdiamond. Thanks for the great idea! Here's a cookie! (::)

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