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It was a Tuesday. I walked through the halls with my cheerleading uniform on. The stares and glares gradually increased by day. I've been getting more threat texts and stupid notes getting stuffed in my locker.

Everyone thinks I'm a slut because they believe I'm the one who played Shiki. We all know that's not true though. Well the people I told anyway. Yori and Calvin are out to investigate who started the rumors while Kain and Ruka went around and informed some of the students about the truth. I'm crossing my fingers hoping they will succeed in persuading them. I'm already having enough enemies and there is no reason for that to increase.

I opened the doors to the gym. There were crowds of athletic students flooding the area. I headed over to the cheerleading team, who were warming up on the floor. Among them is Cassidy, who was in control at the moment.

"Hey girls." I waved kindly at the team.

The girls smiled. "Good morning Rima."

Cassidy, on the other hand, attacked me. "Oh my gosh girl. How are you feeling?"

"I'm fine." I hugged the blonde back.

She stared at me worriedly and grabbed my arm. "I need to talk to you in private."

I blinked at her and nodded. We walked to the far corner of the gym a little behind the bleachers.

"So I heard what happened." She began.

"You did?"

"Yeah Calvin told me. Don't worry I'm on your side."

I sighed in relief. I need to thank Calvin later. I could trust Cassy. We've been friends for way too long for her to hate me because of false rumors.

"Whoever is doing this will get their ass kicked." She crossed he arms over her chest. "I hate it when people start shit."

"Yeah well I don't know how long this is going to keep up. Everyone hates me now."

Cassidy shook her head in disagreement. "Now wait a minute, you're not along. You got us. Don't you ever forget that."

I nodded. It was true. I have friends that support me, but I always wondered if that's even enough to stop the drama I'm going through. I can't always have my friends defending for me.

"So, how's prince charming?" She meant prince charming towards Shiki. "Is he not taking action and just sitting back waiting to see what events are going to unravel?"

I pressed my lips together. "Actually, I don't think he's aware these things are happening."

The blond flinched and looked at me in shock. "What? You didn't tell him?!"

"I thought since he's my ex, I'll have nothing to do with him anymore."

"Girl listen," She held up one hand. "Him being your ex doesn't mean shit. Second of all, isn't it all is fault everything is happening? And third, if these bullshit rumors are spreading so fast, then why the hell hasn't he heard about them yet? If he did, he might have instantly known it's his fault."

"What are you trying to say?" I placed both arms on my hip.

"What I mean is, get him to help your ass."

"I can't do that! Things are going to be awkward."

Cassidy sighed in annoyance. "What am I going to do with you Rima?"

I shrugged. Cassidy was just as worried as the others were. "Wait, when did Calvin tell you this?"

"He told me just a minute ago before you walked in. Don't ask me, I was freaking pissed when he told me since there are like 2 different rumors going around."

"Oh really…"

"But I can't let him get away from hurting you like that." She leered at me. "Do you want me to hurt him for you?"

I stared at the blonde suspiciously. "How are you going to hurt him? He's a dude."

"I can get my home boys to jump him." She winked playfully. "I got people babe."

"Of course you do." I giggled lightly.

"But really, he shouldn't have messed with you like that." She glared over to the basketball area where some of the boys were just hanging out before they go outside and practice.

"No don't jump him."

"You sure Rima? It's because ever since Calvin told me about it, I lost all respect for Shiki. But it would be a real shame to mess up his beautiful face."

I shivered. I defiantly wouldn't want her to do that. "Uhhh…please don't do that."

"Okay but if you need something I'm here for you."

"Thanks Cassidy."

"Anytime."

We headed back to the cheerleading area and saw the girls talking amongst one another. I looked back and forth at the team. Of course Amanda would be missing. How am I not surprised…

Then I stared at the football team. They were all scattered around the gym but the group was in the middle of the gym. I remembered Ichijo. I wonder if he's aware of these rumors going around. I haven't seen him around in the longest time and I missed the sarcastic boy who lives across the street from me.

"Hey Cassy, I'm going to go look for Ichijo. I'll be right back."

She nodded and I headed to the ocean of boys. Here goes…

I moved around the boys and ignored the stares and glares I got from them. Walking from left to right, there was no sign of Ichijo. Where could he be?

"Hey Rima."

I turned around to find Calvin. He was in his football uniform looking good as ever. "Hi Calvin."

"What brings you here?"

"I'm looking for Ichijo. Have you seen him?"

He looked around him and sighed. "Ummm….nope. Captain isn't here right now. He has 'stuff' to do."

I frowned. I really wanted to tell Ichijo about the rumor thing since he's my best friend, not to mention Shiki's. I waved Calvin off and went back to the team. I guess I'll have to find him later.

Shiki's POV

I dribbled the ball around the court and shot it into the hoop.

"Nice job as always Shiki." Gin said behind me.

I smiled and wiped the sweat rolling down my head away. It was a good 95 degrees Fahrenheit outside in this summer heat and the basketball team and I (Reminder: Shiki is the captain of the basketball team.) was just outside on the black top shooting some hoops. I was playing with Gin and Jimmy while the other team members did whatever they wanted to do. I usually played with Kain and Aido but they had to go somewhere.

We played another round and of course, I'm in the lead.

"Yo Senri, let's take a break. My foot fucking hurts." Jimmy walked over to one of the benches and sat down massaging his foot.

I chuckled. "Fine."

"You're always complaining about your foot." Crossing his arms, Gin walked over to sit next to Jimmy while I continued to shoot some hoops.

Gin sighed and stretched his arms backwards. "My back hurts too…"

"…" I stopped playing and stared at my hopeless whiny friend while Jimmy glanced over at him.

I rolled my eyes and continued doing free styles, but as I did I constantly took a glance over to the football field. Rima and her cheerleading team were outside practicing. She was of course the leader and started showing the girls how to do the procedures. I kept my stare on her. I would constantly wonder what would have happened if we never broke up, but then again, what would have happened if the bet was never involved. It was a serious dilemma. Those questions would annoy me every time I see her.

I looked away from the football field and furiously threw the ball into the hoop. I was so frustrated with myself. I really do love Rima. But it's going to be hard to prove to her I changed. I don't know how I am, but I'll find a way.

I stared at the basketball blankly and threw it over my shoulder. "I'm going to get a Gatorade."

Gin and Jimmy nodded as I walked away and into the school building.

I entered the trainer's room and asked for one of the energy drinks. I paid a dollar and popped the cap open. Gulping the drink down, I noticed from the corner of my eye, someone in a red cheerleading uniform walking in the trainer's room. I immediately turned my head to see who it was hoping Rima walked in, but it was Cassidy.

Cassidy stopped at the entrance and stared at me for a second before continuing. Instead of walking into the office where there were drinks, she walked right up to me.

"Hey Senri." She glared at me in the eye. "You're lucky you're not getting my boys on you."

"Boys?" I stared at her questionably.

"Just be thankful that Rima stood up for you because I would have gotten your face rearranged."

I shivered. What is she talking about? Then I suddenly remembered. Rima might have told her about the bet thing. I gritted my teeth. "Cassidy, I never intended to hurt Rima that way, or any way possible, but I want to prove myself again to her."

"Prove?" She snorted. "You hurt her Shiki. And I'm glad my home boys aren't on your ass because they'll send you right to the hospital."

I pressed my lips together. This girl might look nice but she intimidating as hell. She's like another Yuki but meaner. Yuki can be mean but she's more of the happy go lucky girl.

"Do whatever you want to 'prove' yourself, but if you ever hurt Rima again, I'm not holding back next time." Cassidy walked around me and grabbed two Gatorades from the fridge. After paying, she walked out of the room.

I stood there staring at the wall blankly. I have made an enemy of Cassy. Crap…

Rima's POV

It was hot outside. It's not a surprise because it's in the middle of September. I decided to have the girls train outside because of the three day weekend and they need to get used to the heat since the championships is just two weeks away.

"Alright girls. We need to practice the liberty stunt." I clapped my hands and the girls got into their groups of four. "Okay ready? One, two, three…UP!"

The girls one by one had to lift one girl in a group while the three others held her feet. Cassidy was one of the girls that had to be lifted up. She had one leg bend and made a 'y' with her arms. The other two groups seemed to have trouble with it. They were wobbly and uneven. I sighed and said," Alright, Cassidy's group did an excellent job, but the two others need some fixing. Here, I'll do one example. Look and listen because I'm not repeating myself. Can I have three volunteers to help lift me?"

"I volunteer."

I froze. I turned to find the horrid voice belonging to Amanda. No way. She would never help me. I could reject her now. I did ask for volunteers carelessly but I would have never expected Amanda to willingly help.

Cassidy stared at her cautiously then to me. It was like she was saying 'Are you sure about this?' I shrugged. "Alright then Cassidy, Olivia, and Amanda let's go."

They surrounded me as I grabbed Amanda's and Cassidy's shoulder for support and Olivia cupped both of her hands together. I lightly pushed myself against her hands and jumped up. When I did, the girls caught my one foot and held me in the air. I raised both of my arms into a 'Y' shaped angle and bent one leg up. "Alright, this is how you-"Before I could finish, something felt wrong. It felt like there weren't enough people holding onto my foot. Then I began to wobble. I took a quick glance down and saw Amanda loosening her grip. No way…

"Ahhh!" I waved my arms around as I was falling.

Cassidy gasped. "Rima!"

I was about 15 feet off the ground and falling backwards onto the track concrete. I closed my eyes shut and braced myself for the fall. It was happening so fast, I was thinking about the possibilities of what might happen when I do fall. I waited to hit the rough ground, but it never came.

Then the next thing I knew, I was in someone's arms. What? I heard screams and panics around me, but the only voice that echoed in my head was my savior's.

"Are you alright Rima?"

My eyes fluttered open and there I found Shiki three inches away from my face. His muscular arms was protectively holding me in a bridal style lift and my hand was against his muscular chest (He was wearing a muscle shirt.). He caught me when I was about to fall. I stared into his light blue eyes. It felt like we were the only ones here.

Suddenly I snapped back to reality and stared at Shiki in shock. I pushed myself off of him, but he kept his arms around my back.

"Rima, are you okay?" Shiki asked worriedly again. "I was just walking out of the trainer's room and I was heading back to the black top when I saw you falling and ran over here."

"I'm fine. You can let go of me now." I said bluntly. He loosened the grip around my back and I stepped 2 feet away from him.

Cassidy jogged up to me. "Oh my god girl, are you okay? That would have been a nasty fall if Shiki didn't catch you." She checked my face and body to make sure I wasn't hurt.

"I'm fine. Don't worry." I giggled.

Cassidy then stared at my ex-boyfriend and sighed. "Thanks Senri..." I wasn't sure how she meant her 'thank you' to him because her voice contained anger yet relief. I didn't and had my back facing him.

"No problem." Sadness was in Shiki's voice. He turned and walked away.

I clenched my fist. I felt guilty. He just saved me and the only thing I did was neglect him. I guess you can say I was still furious with the 'bet', but then on the other hand, is he really a bad guy? I sighed. Since the breakup, I've thought otherwise.

When things turned back to normal, I turned to glare at Amanda. She stared at me amusingly. "You, you loosened your grip on purpose."

Amanda held up two arms in defense. "What? Your blaming me for something I didn't do?"

"Uhhh, I saw it to. You're not that slick bitch and if you think I'm going to let you get away with it then-"Cassidy started walking towards Amanda but I stopped her.

"Cassidy!" I yelled. "It's okay; there is no need for any of that."

She stared at me in disbelief. I knew she was thinking 'But she almost killed you!'

I sighed in annoyance. "Amanda, you are to run up and down the bleachers 200 times and if you don't finish, you'll stay until you're done."

"What?! But I didn't do it on purpose!" She gritted her teeth and glared at me.

I stared at her emotionless. "I'll make it 250 if you don't get to it."

Amanda glared at me even harder. 'You'll regret this…' she mouthed and walked to the bleachers.

I stared at her cautiously and sighed. I, might as well, should make her suffer before she plans anything up her sleeve. I positioned the girls again and we began to practice the liberty stunt.

Chapter 21 complete! Sorry for the very late update but I think this might be the update wait for now on since I only get the weekends to type. I wish I could update sooner but school is keeping me behind. I'm in this program, for those of you who know the IB (International Baccalaureate) program. Yeah I basically have no life. Homework all the way… Also, I'm guessing school starts for some of you but guess what? LABOR DAY is today (9/3/12) for me so the holiday gave me a chance to finish up this chapter! Q A Q

What is coming up next: Ichijo goes on a rampage and Rima? Water balloons? What?

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