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Chapter Ten

No where better than home

I only got to open the present my dad gave me a day after my birthday. Seriously, I can't believe they kept it away from me for three days just to surprise me and forgot about it till my birthday was over. Genius. The present was a key necklace too, a brand new coach handbag that could match all of my beautiful dresses that I bought and finally, a scrapbook with photos of me at every single stage of my life till now. It was beautiful and memorable. He left many pages blank, asking me to continue to fill them up with pictures of myself since he can no longer do that. The idea of not being to see him even when he returned to Italy made me feel extremely lonely. The thought threatened to bring out tear and I quickly sniffled and dried my eyes since I wouldn't want to look like I cried when I see my dad later. I hated to admit, but the key necklace no longer looked special since Xanxus gave me one already. It was even meaner and sadder to say that the one Xanxus gave me, actually looked a lot more precious and beautiful…

It's just one day away from my flight back to Italy and as promised by Xanxus, I was allowed to go and find my Dad. My Dad decided to bring me to a famous sushi stall in Namimori, which happened to be owned by Yamamoto Takeshi's dad. When Bel heard it, he simply declared he love sushi and was going along.

"NO, YOU ARE SO NOT COMING BEL!"

He totally ignored me.

"Myuu~ I shall come along" replied Mammon, accepting Bel's invitation.

"VOIIII! Let's go eat sushi since it's our last day in Japan!"

"Please don't," I begged miserably. Of course no one listened.

"Yay! Sushi!" cried Lussuria excitedly.

"Bossu, are you coming," asked Levi, annoying as usual.

Xanxus, who was comfortably sitting on his armchair glared at all of us who was making so much noise. I stared at him helplessly hoping he said no to all of them, but to my disbelief and utter despair, he put down his bottle of tequila and walked towards the main entrance. In short, he was going to follow me to the sushi restaurant. I really wanted to grab his X-guns and shoot myself. Seriously their self-invitation was not welcome and I really wanted to be alone with my Dad for like once. At least I made them promise not to sit at the same table when I was in the car.

The car ride was horrible, less painful then the first one, but still terrifying and horrible. This time Squalo was a driver. I had to admit he was much more skillful than Lussuria, but really, what's with Varia and exceeding the speed limit by nearly double times?! At least we reached the restaurant on time and in one piece.

I walked into the restaurant with the rest of the Varia behind me. We were greeted by Yamamoto's Dad cheerful grin.

"Table for seven?" he asked in Japanese.

"No, I have a reservation with my Dad over there," I replied in fluent Japanese, pointing to my Dad at the counter, "and I don't know these people." I ended, glaring at them, especially at Bel for initiating and Xanxus for agreeing. With that, I walked off to join my Dad at the counter seat.

"Shishishi, Xylona speaks fluent Japanese?" asked Bel, looking surprised.

"Voi, you claimed that you are her brother. Aren't you suppose to know?" retorted Squalo as he sat down beside Xanxus.

The lunch lasted for nearly two hours, and I managed to do a lot of catch up. Other than some worried frowns when I said that I fainted, he was pretty pleased with how I was getting along with the Varia. I merely got to finish about the surprise birthday party that the Varia had thrown for me when a dark aura lingered next to me. Looking up, I saw Xanxus glaring right at me; his ruby eyes glittered with annoyance.

"Ummm… It's time already?" I asked, giving him the most innocent look I could manage.

"Yea," he grumbled, refusing to say more since my dad was with me.

"Seems like your boss is calling you. You better go dear, hope to see you soon!" said my dad, giving me a hug before leaving me with Xanxus.

"Sure daddy! Will write to you! Love you daddy!" I said, giving him a kiss on his cheek.

My dad walked passed Xanxus, briefly pausing to whisper to Xanxus.

"Please take care of my daughter."

Xanxus simply nodded, before turning around to face me. "Let's go," he commanded, then frowning at me when I simply nodded dumbly but did not react. He walked over, grabbed my arm and yanked me into the front seat. The car was empty.

"Where's the rest?" I asked suspiciously, as if they will suddenly pop up from the seat.

"They already went back,' Xanxus simply replied, getting into the driver's seat.

"What? Why are they so fast?" I replied as I buckled up my seat belt, turning over to look at Xanxus for a reply.

Xanxus gritted his teeth in annoyance before turning to look at me, putting his face just an inch or so away from mine. I flinched but didn't pull back.

"Cause they need to pack. One more question and I'm throwing you out," Xanxus replied agitatedly before swiftly starting the car.

I turned away from him and stared out of the window. Somehow, every time it's just him and I, I would feel extremely self-conscious and embarrassed. And worse of all, he would do really surprising things that catch me off guard. I just stared out of the window resting my arm on handrest, suddenly, I realised what was so funny about Xanxus. He did not even call me trash when I delayed him and annoyed him. Which isn't Xanxus. I turned and looked at him who was concentrating driving. He looked so relaxed and cool when he drives. I hated to admit but his driving skills are superior and he looked undeniably handsome when he drives. He must have caught me gazing at him from the corner of his eyes cause the next moment he gave me an irritated "what?"

"Nothing," I mumbled as I stared at the ends of my dress, playing with it. Silence bathed the car instantly.

"Why didn't you wear the necklace today?" asked Xanxus, without even turning to look at me.

I looked up at him in surprise before lowering my gaze. My hand slowly travelled up to my neck, my fair cheeks started to turn a little pink. Instantly turned away and looked out of the window.

"I forgot to," I half whispered, not daring to face Xanxus.

As if he predicted I would turn away, he simply smirked to himself, amused by my reaction as usual.

We finally pulled up in front of the Varia residence. When he stopped the car he leaned over towards me with his evil smirk. I swayed backwards only to find myself trapped between him and the car door. I inched my hand towards the door handle, only to find my hand trapped in his large warm hand.

"I better see you wear that necklace tomorrow or I'll make you wear a leash," he smirked before pulling away and exited the car. I was stunned as I walked back into the house and to my room. Time to pack my luggage for tomorrow and… Put on the necklace.

We woke up really early the next morning and boarded the Varia private jet at 8am in the morning. The jet has 4 suites, and a dining area. I really wonder how does those staff managed to tolerate the Varia and their antics. Not as if they even bothered to buckle their seat belts when the jet was departing. They were running around like little kids, destroying the entire area with their blades and knives. I sat at the dining area with my legs crossed on the seat, drinking Mediterranean freeze while reading my book. It tasted like strawberry ice blend actually, just more strawberry flavour then ice.

"Myuu… Can I try?" asked Mammon as he sat on the table, right beside my drink.

"Sure!" I said, not taking my eyes off my book.

"Shishishi, what are you reading?" asked Bel as he leaned from behind my chair to look at me.

"Solitaire Mystery," I replied shortly.

"Darlinggggg! Can you try this dress?"

"No."

"Why not? You are so mean," squealed Lussuria.

"Cause I'm reading."

Lussuria started whining and before I know, another row started again.

"VOIIIIIII! Can you stop whining and shut up trash!" Shouted Squalo, send his sword towards Lussuria, who easily blocked it with his punch.

"But Xylie is so mean to me Squ."

"VOIIIIIII! DON'T CALL ME SQU!"

"Shishishi, strategy captain hair is tangle," sniggered Bel, flinging a few knives at him.

"Keep quiet! Bossu is resting."

"Myuu! You guys are so noisy, I fine you 20bucks each!"

"For heavens sake can you give a girl her peace for just 5minutes?! You guys have been bickering for every second since we stepped onto this jet!" I cried in frustration as I stomped into my shared suit with Squalo and slammed the door shut. They really got onto my nerves this time round and I really couldn't take it anymore.

Back in the dining area, all of them were stunned by my sudden outburst.

"Voi! Why does she remind me so much of Xanxus just now?" said Squalo breaking the silence.

"Maybe she spent too much time with him?" suggested Lussuria.

"Shishishi, lucky she didn't stomp into the wrong room," snickered Bel.

They all burst out laughing and continued doing their own things.

The entire flight just passed by like this and before we realised, we were already in Italy. Two black limousines pulled up at the pick up point to ferry us to the Varia HQ, I sat with Squalo, Bel and Mammon while Lussuria, Levi and Xanxus took the other. The journey was not a long one and before I know, a huge castle like mansion was in front of my eyes. Indeed it's size and grandeur was as impressive as the Vongola Mansion, however it carried a denser, more sinister feel as compared to the Vongola Mansion.

"Shishishi, welcome to the Varia HQ," chuckled Bel as I stepped out of the car.

"Ahhh finally this is more like home," I grinned to Bel as I picked up my luggage and followed everyone into the HQ. One word to describe it, a palace. With all the exquisite and fine décor, it is doesn't need anyone to tell you that it belongs to a prestigious family. All the glamour and grandeur just shouts it out at everyone to know.

All our rooms were on the third floor, even Xanxus. Apparently, I was given the room that once belonged to the ex-Varia Cloud Guardian, Gola Mosca. Apparently he was a robot that was killed in the ring conflict. Not that I wanted to know the details, it was so horrible even staying in the room gives me goose bumps. At least they have cleared everything and replaced them with new, beautiful furniture for the new owner, me.

It was about lunchtime, and I was unpacking all my clothes and items, waiting for lunch. Suddenly, tremors and screams came from below and a frantic Squalo came bursting into my room.

"VOIIIII! HELP US PLEASE XYLONA! XANXUS IS PISSED WITH THE COOK!" screamed Squalo as he grabbed me and dragged me down to the kitchen.

"WHAT IN THE WORLD AM I RELATED TO THIS?!" I yelled back above all the commotion and noise.

"HE INSISTED THAT THE FOOD SUCKS! THE ONLY PERSON WHO CAN COOK FOOD THAT WILL PLEASE HIM IS YOU! SO WE BEG YOU GO COOK FOR HIM!" Squalo shouted back, dodging the flying debris, flames and knives. Not to mention the frantic staffs running for their dear life.

We arrived at the dining room, which was now unrecognizable with all the furnishing broken or burnt. The staffs were running away from Bel's knives and Levi's umbrellas. Mammon was squealing in anger for all the destruction while Lussuria was trying to calm everyone down. Xanxus was flinging his flame at innocent staffs that came into his range. It was really in the state of pandemonium. I stood at the doorway, furious and horrified at all of their behaviour. My neck started to turn bright red in anger and my temperature started to boil.

"WHAT THE HELL HAPPENED AND CAN ALL OF YOU FREAKING STOP THIS MINUTE!" I screamed at the top of my voice.

Everyone stopped instantly in shock, even Bel's smile disappeared and Xanxus ceased his flame throwing.

"Do you know whom you are talking to, trash?" growled Xanxus as he grabbed my arm and pulled me upwards till I was balancing on tip toe. My arm was sore but I was too mad to even care. I struggled from his grip but that made his grip tighten even more. In the end, I just threw my face in his.

"I know that I'm talking to a picky spoilt brat and I also know that by killing everyone, you won't get the food you want and satisfy your hunger." I spat at him in fury. He looked surprise for once, but it disappeared as fast as it appeared, being replaced by his normal scowl. With that he released me in an instant, and I fell to the ground. I picked myself up and dusted the debris off my leggings.

"Just wait in the room for 10mins will you?" I sighed, getting back to my normal tone, "Lussuria, can you get those injured staff to the hospital? Squalo and Mammon, can you see to the repair of the dining? I'll help you guys with the accounting and paper work later. And as for you," I glared at Bel and Levi, "go clear up all the broken stuff from this place, and don't leave your weapon here," I ordered, picking up Bel's knife and tossing it back to him.

I groaned as I walked into the kitchen, wondering why and how I had even got into this mess. I whipped out a quick main of steak and potato in 10minutes and delivered it to Xanxus' room. I hurried over to the dining room to look at the place and was extremely surprised. As fast as they tore down the place, they had cleared up the entire place. What's left is the replacing of wallpapers, carpets and furniture. But all the debris and dust were all cleared.

"OMG… How did you guys do that?" I said in astonishment.

"Shishishi. We have our ways." Sniggered Bel.

"Human exploitation?" I asked in disgust as I saw a staff carrying out a heavy bag of rubbish.

"Shishishi, Bingo!"

"You know that's really not something to be proud of." I sighed in exasperation. "Mammon, do you need any help?" I offered, picking up one of the book to have a peek. Just looking at one page made my jaw dropped in horror.

"Are you serious?! You are using 500K just to repair ONE dining room?" I screamed in outrage.

"Myuu~ It's normal. As long as don't use 750K like the last year I'm fine."

"You used 750K last year?!"

"VOIIIIII! That idiot scum blew up an entire wall. That's why."

"I seriously wonder how you guys can spend so much and how do you even earn do much?!"

"VOIIIIII! We are the Varia; we do missions deemed impossible so we are paid a lot. DUH!"

"That still doesn't qualify you to spend so much," I grumbled, sitting down at the counter seat in the kitchen to compile all the receipts and tally the total cost.

"There, done," I said, passing Mammon the accounting book after half an hour.

"Myuu~ You sure you get them all right, that's so fast. You will pay if there is any mistake."

"Hahaha! Together with strawberry milkshake?" I giggled as I patted his head and walked out of the kitchen.

"Good grief. You do it so neatly, unlike Belphegor."

"Shishishi, what did you say Mammon?" snickered Bel as he grabbed Mammon and squeezed him tightly.

"I'll make you pay," grumbled Mammon, struggling out of Bel's arms.

I walked back to my room to continue packing. Hopefully there will not be anymore disturbance. As I walked down the corridor and turned about the corner towards my room, I bumped into Xanxus. He was still frowning but no longer angry like just now. We stared at each other for a while before I broke away and continued walking towards my room. I was still pissed off with him for the commotion just now. I locked the door behind me and started to hang up my cocktail dresses.

Back in the corridor, Xanxus stood at his spot, surprised how I was not faltered by his threat previously. How interesting, he thought as the ends of his mouth curled up into a slight smirk. He stuffed his hands into his pocket before pacing towards his office.

Ok... The ending was weird But oh wells! Did you enjoy it?:) Hahaha! Sorry if it isn't very long. I promise the next one will be much longer:) Anyways, please do review so that I know how to improve! Reviews, Favourites, Follows are really welcomed!:D Thank you for all your support!^^