Wearing her orange kimono, she slipped into her black cloak and geta. Walking towards the mirror and glancing at herself, she gave an excited smile. Chihiro was going to return to Seishin Academy as a second year student. Turning back to her futon, her new sheathed katana laid there. She rummaged through her pocket, finding the talisman that sealed her powers. Taking the katana, she placed the paper onto the blade.

It immediately disappeared, leaving the markings on the blade. When others read it, it would disguise the words into saying 'spirit'. Her hair slowly turned silver, while her brown eyes brightened to an ocean blue color. Determined, she swung the strap over her shoulder and made her way down to the front of the bathhouse. Greeting the spirits and saying goodbye, she made her way to Haku and Ryuu. As usual, Haku wore a blue kimono with a hakama.

Since Ryuu was now a fourth year, he had his own style. Wearing red pants similar to humans clothing, he had a loose shirt and a few accessories. Wearing brown boots and gloves, he could easily blend in with the humans. "Had a good night's sleep?" Haku smiled. Chihiro finally reached them, only to be followed by Yubaba and Daichi. "I will see you three in the academy," Daichi spoke. "I have some business to attend to. If I may leave first…"

He gave a wave, disappearing. The witch sighed, adjusting her large sparkling rings. "Lord Daichi has warned me that this school year will be tense. Be careful and watch your backs." Nodding, the three began to leave the bathhouse once again. Preparing to fly, Haku and Ryuu reached their hands out to the girl. The spirit softly laughed, taking both of them. The dragons silently glared at each other, holding Chihiro's hands tightly.

The three flew up into the sky, making their way towards the academy. "Welcome!" Ms. Lulu greeted, her usual bright and energetic personality spreading to all of the spirits. The three separated to their own classes. Glancing at her paper, Chihiro realized she was in class 2B. Noticing someone holding up a sign that read her room number, she headed towards it. "Sen!" a voice exclaimed. She found that 2B was still filled with the same students from the year before.

The girl who called to her was Yui. Her hair grew longer, allowing her to tie it into a small ponytail. "Isn't this exciting?" she cheered. "So many new spirits and the fourth years graduated!" Sen smiled at Usagi, who was still shy as usual. "Look, here comes the princess," she heard Ichiro sigh. Wearing bright makeup and sparkling jewelry, Suzume made her way towards 2B. "Great to see you guys again," she spoke with a sweet voice. Her eyes revealed that she was not happy to be in the academy.

"It's time for everyone to begin another year in Seishin Academy!" Ms. Lulu cheered. "Please follow your spirit to your classroom and begin learning!" Following the spirit who was holding up the sign 2B, the six students, began their second year. Finding a new teacher sitting at the desk, he warmly greeted the spirits. "You can all call me Merey sensei," he smirked. Noboru blinked. "A-Aren't you are training teacher too?" Ichiro asked.

The spirit gave a thumbs up. "Correct! Now, let's see if I still got your names." For a moment, he stared at each spirit. Pointing at Yui, he said, "Yuki. Utano. Sakura. Iwa. Noriyuki. And Sen." The spirits gave him dark looks. "You only got Sen's name right!" Suzume snapped. Kal Merey blinked. "Then was that another class?" He thought to himself, muttering something they could not hear. "Anyways, sit down. And don't talk too much Suzume."

The boys snickered as they sat down. With Chihiro the last one to find a seat, she felt Kal's eyes stare into her. "Now, shall we start on history?" he announced. Tossing the books into the air and levitating them towards each student, he said, "Turn to page eighty two." Once the first class ended, spirits began to pour out of their classrooms. "So," Yui gave a sly smirk. 'Are you sure nothing happened between you and Ryuu senpai?" Chihiro sighed, brushing her silver hair back. "You're still thinking about that?"

The girl giggled. "I'm a curious spirit, Sen! So, is there anything? Or what about Haku sensei?" Chihiro tried not to blush. Usagi suddenly poked her cheek. "She's turning pink," she spoke. Yui's face lit up. 'I-It's not what you think guys," Chihiro muttered, clutching her book tighter. Before she could speak again, she bumped into someone and dropped her book. Looking up, she realized it was Lord Kurai. "I'm sorry," Chihiro spoke, avoiding his cold eyes. He only gave a nod, continuing to move through the courtyard.

Picking her book up, Yui and Usagi stared at the retreating founder. "I hear he has to do with the disappearance of students," Yui murmured. "It's still going on?" Chihiro thought. The girls made their way to the next class. Just as they were turning to the next corner, the spirit once again bumped into someone. Before she could snap at whoever bumped into her, a voice leaned close to her ear. "Sorry," he murmured, brushing his lips against her cheek. He took her hand, and secretly gave her something warm.

"Why is everyone running into you today?" Yui frowned. Chihiro turned around to see Haku walking away. She blushed, looking at what he slipped into her hand. It was a small pin decorated with a blue glass flower. Usagi peeked over her shoulder. "Pretty," Chihiro heard her murmur. Smiling to herself, she put her hair back and placed the pin to hold it back. Continuing their walk, the spirit's mind could only be filled with Haku.

Sitting down, Yui caught the glittering hair pin. "Could that have been…" she gasped. Startled, Chihiro covered it and leaned away from Yui's desk. "That guy who bumped into you was-" Looking around, she lowered her voice and leaned towards the spirit. "Haku sensei, right?" Chihiro immediately looked away from Yui's eager expression. Usagi, who sat on the other side of Chihiro, examined her face. "She's red," Usagi giggled. Yui clapped, while Chihiro tried to calm herself.