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Amu screamed wildly as the car of their roller coaster tottered on the edge of the highest peak of the ride for a few painful seconds before plunging toward the ground and then whipping them back into the air with a quick turn. Now, she couldn't help but laugh at loud as they spun one last time through the maze of metal before coming to an abrupt stop at the bottom. She just loved roller coasters!

"That was awesome" she said as she stumbled down the ramp toward her waiting friends.

Amu was wearing a pair of skinny jeans and A sexy black racerback tank with a hot pink crop tee over it. On it, were leopard printed letters that read 'SEXY'. To match it, she wore a leopard printed pair of platform stilettos and a leopard printed pair of hoop earrings.

Everywhere she went, heads would turn which pissed off Ikuto as he saw a lot of guys looking at her too.

"So where should we go next?"

"Ferris wheel!" answered Yaya, pointing to the Ferris wheel a few feet away.

Her friends agreed and they all set off toward the ride.

"I'm sorry, but only two people per compartment," the man working the Ferris wheel said.

Immediately the boys smirked.

Kukai grabbed Utau, Ikuto grabbed Amu, Nagi grabbed Rima and Tadase took Yaya's hand in hers.

The girls blushed instantly.

Ikuto smirked when he saw Amu's pink tinted cheeks.

She looked so cute.

The two entered the compartment and sat across from each other. The door closed and Amu shifted nervously.

She knew know that Ikuto liked her and it was uncomfortable or her to be with him alone like this.

The Ferris Wheel began to move and Amu turned to glance at Ikuto. He looked quite handsome with his midnight blue hair, sun-kissed skin and dark blue eyes.

Ikuto arched an eyebrow when he noticed Amu staring at him, "Are you okay?" he asked her.

Amu blushed and looked away, "N-nothing."

Amu closed her eyes and leaned back in her seat, her mind drifting back to what happened the night before.

"Amu-chan, you mention this Kashino-kun a lot in your stories" Shuu observed.

Amu blushed, "He's just a friend."

Eriko smiled knowingly, "Oh really?"

Tsumugu however was close to tears, "NO! AMU-CHAN! YOU CAN'T LIKE GUYS YET!"

Amu sighed, her father really can't handle the fact that she was growing up…

"Look Kashino is just a friend, nothing more."

Midori smiled, "Whatever you say Amu-chan."

Amu rolled her eyes, why wouldn't anybody believe her?

Ikuto glanced out the window, "We're at the top," he told her, startling Amu from her memories but why weren't they moving?

Ikuto squinted looking at the ground; there were a lot of people gathered around the Ferris Wheel.

"Shit."

"Why aren't we moving?" Amu asked.

Ikuto looked at her, "I think we're stuck," he bluntly told her.

Amu's eyes widened, "What?"

"We're not going to die or anything. Just settle down. They'll fix the problem as soon as possible."

Amu sighed and leaned back into her seat again, giving Ikuto an idea. He stood up and went over to sit next to Amu, causing the compartment to move a little.

"Hey, careful!" Amu said, grabbing the edge of the seat. Ikuto just smirked in response.

"Settle down," Ikuto repeated, "We're not going to fall."

Amu arched an eyebrow at the smirking teen, "Are you coming on to me?" she asked bluntly.

Ikuto felt like choking on his spit right then and there.

"Ikuto, you like me don't you?" she asked him softly.

"No Amu, I don't like you. I love you."

Amu's eyes widened as he leaned forward and kissed her. Ikuto frowned and pulled away, upset that but she didn't show any response. He looked at her face.

"Amu?" he asked concerned.

"I'm sorry Ikuto."

"Do…do you have someone you like already?"

"Well no but-"

"Then why can't you give me a chance?"

"Because I can't. We're too far apart Ikuto."

"I could wait until you graduate."

Amu's eyes widened in shock. Could he really care that much for her? Then her common sense caught up with her, and she shook her head.

"For how long? Ten years? No offense, Ikuto, but you don't strike me as a very patient person."

"I can be when I want to"

"Do you seriously love me that much?"

"Yes"

Amu froze, "Y-you can't be serious…"

"Amu…I'm DEAD serious. I love you."

Amu closed her eyes, recollecting herself, "Please Ikuto, go find a woman your own age."

"What's wrong with the idea of us together?"

"For starters, we're 5 years apart! And you would be considered a pedo dating me because you're 18 which is considered legal age for an adult."

"Is that really the reason?"

"Not just that."

"Then what else?"

"I don't like you the same way Ikuto."

"Are you sure about that?"

She turned to see Ikuto's dark blue eyes and crooked smile. Amu had to admit that there had been moments, now and then … moments when they had understood each other, sharing a laugh inside a teacup, or when his arms had caught her as she fell from some high place. She had seen his flashes of kindness, the loneliness he carried around which made a girl want to lift it. But then she remembered another pair of eyes, a golden hazel. She remembered how she loved watching him temper, with so much passion and fluidity. She remembered how he never failed to smell of chocolate, making Amu smile whenever they were close. She remembered thinking how cute Kashino's blush was whenever she teased him about anything. She remembered how she laughed whenever he told her his adventures with his friends as Team Ichigo. She remembered feeling the warmth in his hands as he gave her a cup of punch at the Valentine's Day dance.

Amu's eyes widened then.

I'm in love with Kashino?

Amu blushed furiously at the thought, I like Kashino?

Ikuto watched her, noticing the blush on her face.

"So there is someone."

Amu looked away, avoiding eye contact with the older teen, "I'm sorry"

"It's alright."

But Amu knew he was lying and she hated herself to be the reason for his pain.

The two were suddenly startled when they noticed that the Ferris wheel had started moving again. When their compartment finally reached the bottom, the two excited the Ferris wheel, avoiding each other's eyes. Their group of friends was already waiting for them, calling them over.

"Did you guys enjoy the ride?" Utau asked.

Yaya grinned, "The view was great!"

Amu smiled weakly, "Yeah…"

"So shall we go have out lunch?" Nagi asked.

They all nodded, feeling hungry and with that, they set off.

Outside of Amu's house, there was limo waiting outside. Natsuki's chauffeur had helped with Amu's luggage and was now waiting inside, ready to drive. Whilist the Iro Hime were seated inside, waiting for Amu bid her friends goodbye.

"I'm really going to miss you guys" Amu confessed.

"Us too" Utau sincerely told her.

"Well, I guess I'll be off-"

"Wait Amu!"

Amu turned to look at Ikuto, "W-well just so you know. Even though you rejected me, I'll still be here for you."

Amu was touched, "Thanks."

Amu smiled at Ikuto one last time before opening the door and stepping inside the limo. They watched as the limo sped off, leaving the Guardians in the dust.

"It's too bad sensei and Sanjo-san couldn't make it huh?" commented Kukai.

Utau nodded.

"But then again, Sanjo-san is having a pretty difficult pregnancy since she's always getting sick" said Nagi.

"How about we all visit her now?" suggested Tadase.

They all nodded and began making their way but Ikuto stopped when he felt someone grab his T-shirt. He turned to see that it was sister.

"You okay?" she asked him softly.

"I'll be fine."

Utau nodded and walked alongside her older brother and together with her friends,they continued to make their way to her pregnant manager's house.

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