Chapter Forty-Four: A Prince and His Princess

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Ichigo felt her heart swell with happiness as she placed her hands over her chest.

The redhead now stood on the left side of the stage, facing the audience. On the opposite side, Kisshu stood with Pai. His golden eyes were locked on Ichigo and he had a mischievous grin on his face.

After Tsubaki had been taken away, Director Blue had announced Kisshu and Ichigo's victory as the new couple for Hana. The two were then moved to the opposite sides of the stage while the audience clapped and cheered for them. Out of the corner of her eye, the redhead could see Yuka, Retasu, Sumi, Ami and Yuki silently cheering for her behind stage. Yuka held her hands together under her chin, a look of pure happiness on her face.

Ichigo could see her friends clapping louder than anyone in the row. She felt small heated tears begin to pool in her eyes as she clenched her hands together.

Director Blue cleared his throat as he looked out at the crowd, a prideful look in his eyes. "I am happy to announce that we are ready to began the ceremony that welcomes our new Prince and Princess."

He then looked towards Ichigo, he waved her over with a gentle hand. He then did the same to Kisshu.

The two walked towards the center of the stage, eventually meeting and grasping each other's hands. Ichigo looked into her love's eyes, a feeling of warmth flooding over her body.

The audience clapped as the Director left the stage and the two Presidents walked side by side towards the victorious couple, a small black box in each of their hands.

Kisshu leaned into Ichigo, his eyes twinkling as he looked at her slightly blushing face. "You did so well Ichigo... I'm so proud of you..." he said as he touched her heated cheek, stroking her skin with his nails. Ichigo leaned into his hand, "But it wasn't just me... You did most of it. I just-"

"Don't worry, we would still win even if Tsubaki didn't cheat. You saw how bad she was... Even so, you were wonderful and you look so beautiful."

Ichigo felt more tears begin to bubble in her eyes.

"Thank you... So much... I'm very happy here with you." she said happily as she held his hand tighter.

Kisshu leaned his head against hers, "Me too. I'm very glad to have you as my princess..."

Zakuro and Pai had walked over and stood in front of the couple. Pai stood in front of Ichigo, Zakuro stood in front of Kisshu.

They held the boxes out to them, opening them to show them its contents.

Ichigo's brown eyes widened as she saw what lied inside the box in Pai's hands. Nestled between red velvet cushions was a small silver ring with a green rectangular jewel shining back up at her. There were small swirls and engravings decorating the frame holding the gem.

"U-Um-"

"You will give this ring to Kisshu and he shall do the same for you but with the ring Zakuro-san is giving him." Pai said in a quiet tone, his eyes scanning the redhead.

Ichigo licked her lips as she was handed the ring. She gazed at it in amazement before she smiled up at Pai. "Okay. Thank you Pai-san."

The President looked into her brown eyes and nodded, his lips curling slightly. Ichigo's eyes widened as she felt his fingers stroke her cheek for a moment. "Take care of the idiot."

Ichigo let out a small giggle and nodded, holding the ring tightly in her hands.

Zakuro handed Kisshu a similar ring, only the gem was red. His golden eyes examined the ring before his grinned. The gem shone like Ichigo's eyes and he was colored like her hair. His thoughts were quickly cut off as Zakuro stared at him with her piercing gaze. "You be good to her. I'll be watching." she hissed.

Kisshu smirked, "No need to worry. She'll be fine."

The Presidents then stepped away from the couple, they faced the crowd.

"The two shall now exchange rings to complete the ceremony..."

They then left the stage quietly, the empty boxes in their hands. Now, it was only Kisshu and Ichigo on the stage. They faced each other, rings in hand.

Ichigo blushed, looking down at her hands where the ring was nestled. She felt the coolness embrace her skin slowly, she looked up nervously into Kisshu's eyes. "Umm, I don't know what to-"

She was cut off when Kisshu took her right hand and slid his ring onto her finger, his hand caressing her own. "No need to be nervous sweetheart..." he cooed tenderly. Ichigo swallowed and felt her face heat up again, Kisshu chuckled under his breath as he let her hand go.

Ichigo felt her hands shake, nervousness still racking her body. She looked up into his eyes, they sparked with mischief and love; the redhead sighed as she quickly took his hand. She quickly slid the ring on his finger and held the sides of his hand carefully as if it would fracture like glass.

People began to clap again as the two stared into each other's eyes. Kisshu brought Ichigo's hands up, "I love you so very much." he whispered to her as he brought her close. Ichigo blushed against his chest as she stared straight ahead. She licked her lips as she grabbed at his hands too, her eyes twinkled once they locked with Kisshu's.

The redhead took in a deep breath before grabbing his collar. "I love you too."

She pulled him down and their lips met.

*In the Dorm*

Ichigo sighed as she closed her suitcase, all her clothing placed neatly folded inside.

After the ceremony, Ichigo had been notified that as the new Hana she and Kisshu would live in a special dorm together until they graduate or if another couple won the title. The redhead had just finished packing her bag and was ready to leave to meet Zakuro, who would take her to the dorm where Kisshu would be waiting for her.

Ichigo grabbed her bag and made her way towards the living room, her side of the bedroom was now empty as it was on her first day...

In her uniform and scarf, she walked into the living room where Yuka was sitting at the tea table. The moment she saw the redhead she stood and came up to her.

"Ichigo-chan, do you have to go? C-Can't you stay?"

Ichigo smiled and placed her bag down, "Yuka-chan... Don't make this seem like a long goodbye... I will still-"

"To me it is a long goodbye! You're leaving!" she cried as she grasped at Ichigo's arms. "I'm happy for you and Ikisatashi, but I don't want to lose you!" she cried out. Ichigo watched as Yuka leaned against her chest as she sobbed, "I want you to stay here! You are Hana but I want you to continue living in this dorm with me!"

Ichigo stroked her hair as her muffled voice continued. "I just don't want to see you leave!" she cried as she held Ichigo tightly. The redhead said nothing as she held Yuka in a tight hug before looking her in the eyes. Her violet eyes were shining with tears as her lip trembled, Ichigo surpassed the though of how like a baby she looked, a cute baby...

"You have no reason to worry... I'm not leaving Michaelis. I am still your friend and I am still taking you to a festival..." she said calmly, stroking Yuka's black tresses. "We will do many things together in the times to come, do not let my leaving distress you." she said in a soothing tone before kissing her forehead. "I would be happy if you would join me in going to my new dorm..."

Yuka sniffed and rubbed at her eyes. "If it makes Ichigo-chan happy..."

It took a mere few minutes to gather Ichigo's bag and make it to the cafe. Yuka held Ichigo's hand the whole way, her fingers shaking.

Zakuro was standing a ways from the cafe, in her uniform with her arms crossed.

"Zakuro-sama!" Ichigo called, holding her free hand up to signal the President. Taking notice of the redhead and her roommate, Zakuro smiled and waved. "Ichigo, I'm glad you're here."

Out of nowhere, Purin, Taruto, Pai, Retasu, Ami, Yuki, Aoi and Aoyama popped up. They all happily laughed and cheered as they swarmed the redhead, surprising her. She found heeled being hugged and jumped on as her friends congratulated her and cried out to her in happiness.

"Oh Ichigo! We're so proud!"

"You were beautiful!"

"Onee-chan is so wonderful! So perfect! Na no da!"

Ichigo giggled as she hugged her friends close, all laughing together. "Oh you guys! You're so sweet!"

Zakuro smiled as she and Pai stood a little ways away from the group of fiends hugging on the school's princess. "She's perfect..." she said as she looked at the redhead who was laughing and smiling. Pai nodded as he let his lips curl lightly at seeing the others talk to the redhead. "Oh, and I heard about you and Retasu." the girl said in a flat tone as she tried to hide a smile. Pai's face turned red as his back went erect.

Zakuro smirked as she walked towards the group who had moved away from the redhead.

"Hey! Let go of my princess!"

Everyone turned to see Kisshu storming towards the group. He had his hands at his sides and a pout on his face. Ichigo blushed as he was at her side in a mere moment, her hand in his, their rings flashing in the light of the sun. "She is my partner! Now we must depart to our love nest!"

Ichigo blushed as she opens her mouth, "K-Kisshu! I-"

"Our future awaits! Let us have a party to celebrate!" Jeff cheers as he began to pull Ichigo away. The others all clapped and cheered at the word, 'party'. Yuka fumed as she moved to catch up with the two, she lathed onto Ichigo's other arm. "I get to dance with Ichigo-chan first!" she proclaimed. Kisshu's eyes narrowed, his grip on Ichigo tightened. "No way! I'm the prince so I dance with the princess!"

The others following sighed as the two pulled at Ichigo.

The redhead laughed as she was pulled along, happiness and love filling her heart.

I, Momomiya Ichigo, am so happy with my life here at Michaelis and I feel blessed to have such wonderful friends.

She looked towards the group who followed her with happy expressions on their faces. The redhead then looked towards Yuka.

I met a new friend who taught me new things and was always there for me...

Her eyes looked down at her hand that was held by her lover, his warmth showing clearly on his skin as he held her hand while entwining their nimble fingers.

And I met a boy who loves me and whom I hope to stay with forever... Forever and more...

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