Warnings: Rated T for themes and language. I will be using both manga and anime b/c I like parts of both plots. And errors in grammar, spelling, etc.

Disclaimer: I do not own Katekyo Hitman Reborn anything, but I hope to bring my OC into the world of KHR.

Enjoy the story!

Italicized words = I use them to emphasize, when there is a different language, and when the characters are thinking. If it gets confusing - sorry.

LairaCapulet: Thanks for noticing the age difference. I literally smacked my head at this stupid mistake. I made them 10 and 13 in the beginning but completely forgot that since Tsuna's b-day was in the beginning that he'd end up 14 while she was still 10. Changes have been made to the best of my abilities. And the Mary-sue problem (that did/does worry me) but I think the problem is just that there's not enough conflict right now to show that she's not OP. Don't worry, those will come as the story progresses. I will say she is supposed to be a likable character b/c she is a calm, mature, intelligent, and compassionate girl partly from being reincarnated and her Sky flames make others feel happy (kind of hinted in one of the chapters). That'll be elaborated in the future. All I can say is wait and see and I'll do my best.

foxchick1: Since this is information easily found after researching Shamal on his character wiki, I will say that Shamal has Mist flames. I'm still figuring out how much I want him to interact with Nade. It's between him or Kawahira or BOTH or even Mammon for some training, but eh. It's a toss-up.

Sorry I'm not the best writer (IT'S SO HARD), but I'm trying my best when I only have experience writing science reports. Editing is definitely planned for the future.

Let's begin!


Nade was walking back from school when she was stopped by Rui as she passed her neighbor's house. Rui barked at her to follow him so she did, wondering why the chihuahua accosted her. Approaching the dog house, she found a little boy wearing light blue jeans, a white collared shirt with a green sweater and a dark green coat curled up and sleeping. Around his neck was a white and black striped scarf that obscured the majority of his face to her.

"Hello?" she called out to him.

The little boy's nose scrunched up as his eyes blinked away his sleep. Still rubbing away the sleep from his eyes, he slowly crawled out of the dog house. His expression brightened as he saw her.

"Nade-nee, you found me!" Did she know him? She tried to put a name to the face in front of her.

"Do I know you?"

"No, but I'm so happy to meet you, Nade-nee!" He jumped up and hugged her around her middle.

"It's...nice to meet you too -"

"My name is Futa."

"-Futa-kun. How do you know me?"

"You're the younger sister of Vongola's tenth-generation boss, Tsunayoshi Sawada, ranked 2nd out of 33,560 high-ranking Mafia members for caring for children younger than you. I need your and Tsuna-nii's help. The mafia is after me."

Although a bit confused about how Futa seemed to know her and whatever that rank she held was, she was concerned for the kid and brought him home to see what Reborn thought and to wait for her brother.


"Mama, I'm home! And I brought a friend of Reborn's! We'll be up in Tsu-nii's room."

They waited in Tsuna's room with some complimentary cookies from her Kaa-chan.

"So, Futa-kun, how do you know I'm 2nd out of however many Mafia you said for caring for children younger than me? I know I like Lambo and I-pin, but I don't really go out of my way to interact with kids on the playground you know."

"The Ranking Star told me!" Smiling like he hadn't just told her something completely not normal.

Ranking Star?

Luckily Tsuna finally came home and entered his room, "Nade, Mama said Reborn had a friend over?"

"Tsuna-nii! Hooray! I finally get to meet you!" Futa ran up to Tsuna, took his hands in both of his, and shook them up and down with a gleeful expression.

"Huh, 'Tsuna-nii'? Who are you?"

Reborn popped up behind Tsuna, "This kid is nicknamed Ranking Futa, or Futa de la Stella. He's an information dealer who specializes in making rankings. His rankings are 100% accurate. It looks like he's here to ask a favor from you."

From there, Futa begged for Tsuna to protect him from the Mafia chasing him. His puppy eyes were almost as good as hers and even with her help to convince Tsuna, he was still averse to anything Mafia related and tried - note tried - denying his request. Futa took out a large red book and plopped it onto the table, "Tsuna-nii is ranked 872nd out of 872 Mafia bosses in terms of overall combat ability and intelligence. That's last place. But in the ranking for people who can't refuse a request, you're first!"

Pft, poor Tsu-nii. She turned away from the two and muffled her laugh behind her hand as Futa listed more of his rankings. "You know, Futa-kun, although Tsuna's ranked last for most of your rankings, in my opinion, he doesn't fit into the typical rankings. He's probably one of the kindest and most inspirational people in the universe when he gets riled up. Plus, when it's important, Tsu-nii gets the job done to the best of his ability. I say he's a person who does better under pressure. His base scores really don't do him justice."

Futa was surprised and a thoughtful look went across his face as he stared at her. Suddenly objects around the room began floating. Tsuna did his little 'Hie' when the book beside him joined the rest of the floating objects.

"It's Futa's Ranking Mode. The theory is that whenever he ranks something, the energy concentrated within his body nullifies the force of gravity around him," informed Reborn.

"Nade-nee is ranked 5th out of 253,456 people most likely to give second chances and forgive. 4th out of 224, 443 people who agree with tough love being necessary. Her potential as a strong Mist flame user is ranked 3rd out of 92,666 mafiosi around the same age as her. 2nd out of 72, 232 Namimori citizens who dislike crowding although is significantly more tolerant compared to the one in first -" Three guesses on who's first, and the first two don't count. At least I don't go on a beating spree when I dislike something. "- and her top three features, from lowest to highest, are her beautiful eyes, her bright smile, and her warm aura."

Nadeshiko's face burned red at the last ranking. She liked the sound of her potential as a strong Mist flame user in the future and swore to build up her abilities. In the meantime, Lambo and I-pin joined in and due to their smaller sizes were floating like the rest of the objects. Still in his Ranking Mode, Futa ranked I-pin's Minzu Time Bomb and her potential as an assassin which was impressive for her age.

"Ne, ne, ne! What about Lambo-san?! Tell something about Lambo-san! Quick! Quick!"

"Lambo-kun!" She grabbed the toddler floating in front of Futa's face, "Don't be rude. Give him space," and settled on the bed with the excited Bovino on her lap to prevent him from floating.

"As for Lambo, he's first by a mile...on the list of most irritating Mafiosi." Cue tears. Nadeshiko comforted him but hoped Futa's words made him realize how his actions can be annoying to less tolerant people. As I-pin floated nearby she grabbed on to the little martial artist as well to add her to their cuddle group. Giggles erupted from all three of them.

"Juudaime! Nadeshiko-sama! Why didn't you tell me the ranking kid is here?" Gokudera and Yamamoto entered the room. Yamamoto and she exchanged smiles and greeted the other with a nod.

From then on, the rankings got worse but made Nadeshiko snicker mentally, especially when it was revealed that the one Tsuna loved the most was Leon. Tsuna looked like the world was ending at that point as everyone stared at him in incredulity.

"No~, Leon you can't leave Reborn for Tsu-nii. He'll be heartbroken," she joked and glanced out the window. "Oh, it looks like it's raining now."

"Rain?" Futa collapsed beside her onto the bed. "I don't feel well...Rain and me don't mix. I hate rain, it messes up my rankings." He fell asleep.

"There's a theory that rain disrupts his communication with the Ranking Star."

"So all the rankings during the rain are wrong then? That's a shame. I'm sure Leon was happy to have an admirer," she added and dodged a smack from Tsuna.

"Nade!"

She brushed back Futa's bangs to feel his forehead. It looked like he was just exhausted and needed a nap...or some sugar. A commotion outside drew her attention. There was a sea of black umbrellas in front of their house.

With a hastily made plan of action against the Todd Family - recognized as such by Gokudera - it was decided that Nadeshiko, Yamamoto, and Gokudera would lure the mafiosi away from the house while Tsuna would run with Futa in the opposite direction. She used her Mist flames to disguise herself as Futa and jumped onto Yamamoto's back.

"Good luck, Tsu-nii! Be careful, alright?" Giving her signature two-finger salute, Gokudera created an opening with his bombs and off they went.


"Then Tsu-nii went bam and pow and whoosh then flipped! He was amazing, Nee-chan! You were right. My rankings were wrong for the first time!" She listened with rapture as Futa recounted what happened on their end.

It looked like her family gained a new member today.


Humming could be heard throughout the kitchen. Nadeshiko was making different flavored french macarons for Valentine's Day. It really was a shame that she went to an all-girls school because she loved baking and the day of love was a great excuse to make a whole bunch of sweets. She didn't know many guys other than Tsuna, his friends and Kyoya - and Reborn - so that's who she planned on gifting her macarons to tomorrow.

She was excited for when she'd finally join them at Nami Middle in the Spring. Kyoya notified her one evening on her way back from the dojo that she'd be going to Namimori Middle to be the Disciplinary Committee's secretary. No if, ands, or buts, just, "Mashiko, you'll be my secretary for Disciplinary Committee," then his cool jacket billowing exit.

She didn't mind. Despite what most of Namimori thought, spending time with her friend was quiet and relaxing to her.

Ah, yes. Her friend. Her only friend. Not that it mattered much to her since she preferred her alone time. The perks of being an introvert in both of her lives. She supposed it was to be expected. She was too mature to connect to her preteen classmates and only cared enough to be on good terms with them.

It baffled Nadeshiko that she was popular considering that she had no close friends in her peers. Well, was it considered popular if everyone knew you, treated you nicely, but otherwise tiptoed around you? It was the oddest thing. Her classmates would come up to her to ask her questions on the class material then blush. Blush. Who blushes from someone helping them?! And that someone being the same gender seeing as Midori Elementary was an all-girls school. Then they'd run back to their friends, maybe squeal as they go, and Nadeshiko would be left in relative peace.

She'll never understand it.

Partner projects were probably worse. Her classmates wanted to be her partner...but also became so stressed when working with her because they wanted it to be perfect for her. Don't ask her why. She had no idea. Nonetheless, it guaranteed an A worthy finished project, but working with others was like 99% work and 1% play. The group projects she had in college were more relaxed and fun.

She silently sighed as she poured the macronage mixes into piping bags. She didn't blame them, but it still sucked to be treated like a boss they needed to impress or a rare animal they need to be careful around by people physically about the same age as her. She wondered, was it a Sky thing? A Cloud thing? Her brother had attracted bullies, while she attracted yet similarly repelled others like Kyoya did. She was sure he was a Cloud after she asked Reborn about the description of Cloud flame users. How else did he get a following of loyal delinquents and respect from basically the whole town and at the same time was feared by the very people who respected him?

While she did slightly envy her brother for his newfound close friends, she found it easier to interact with kids younger than her like Lambo, I-pin, and Futa, and those older than her like Kyoya and her brother's classmates. She just hoped it'd all settle down as they got older.

She remembered her classmates' reactions a couple of days ago when she officially said she'd be going to Namimori Middle in the Spring.

Flashback

She was reviewing the macaron recipe she'd be using and didn't notice until one of her classmates came up to her seat. Dang, she didn't remember her name just that she worked on one of those group projects with her at the beginning of the school year. "Eto, Sawada-chan, we - uh - I was wondering...will you be going to Midori Middle next semester?"

"No, I decided to go to Namimori Middle," she stated matter of factly. No harm in being honest, she thought.

"EH?!" Nadeshiko jumped in her seat, suddenly the entire room's attention was on her.

"Why?" continued the now upset looking girl.

"I just wanted to be with my Nii-chan and my friend at their school."

Little did she know that just about every one of her classmates was thinking that they needed to do their best to befriend Midori's unaware school idol before the end of the semester.

Flashback End

Since that day, she had received multiple invitations to have lunch with different friend groups. It was unsettling - this change in behavior. As soon as class ended, she made it a point to not be in the classroom.

Gotta loved those wonderful things called Mist flames.

"Mm~, Na-chan, those smell delicious! And they're so cute!" Nana loved when her daughter would bake. While she was a wizard in the kitchen, she had to admit that her daughter beat her in baking. Plus, she always got to be the first taste tester when Nadeshiko finished baking.

Packed into separate boxes were orange creamsicle, chocolate matcha, mint chocolate, coffee mocha, lemon, creme brulee, strawberry, and s'mores flavored macarons. She'd leave earlier to deliver Kyoya's macarons since she didn't think her brother would be comfortable delivering a Valentine's gift to Namimori's resident demon.


The now eleven-year-old Nadeshiko was excited - she was officially a Nami Middle student. Today was her first day. She'd be able to walk the full way with her Nii-chan instead of breaking off when she had to go to Midori Elementary. She donned Namimori's yellow blazer and decided on the blue bowtie to complete her ensemble. She braided the short strands on the side of her face and one long braid with the rest of her hair. Perfect.

She ducked her head into Tsuna's room before heading downstairs for breakfast, "Tsu-nii, wake up already! I don't want to be late on my first day!" She continued down the stairs, hearing the distant crash of her brother meeting the floor after awakening via Reborn's Leon mallet.

On the way to school, the siblings were joined by Gokudera and Yamamoto. Upon reaching the school gates, the boys noticed more stares than usual being directed at them. Nadeshiko - used to the peculiar attention at Midori - was oblivious. "See you at lunch, Tsu-nii, Gokudera-san, Yamamoto-san," she said as she headed to her designated classroom.


"Nadeshiko...Sawada-san?"

"Present!" Whispers broke out around her. Was something wrong?

The teacher continued roll call with no problems, but Nadeshiko was still hung up on what happened after she was called. Her morning consisted of mathematics, social studies, English, and gym. A bit heavy for a morning, but at least it meant she had easier classes after lunch.

She noticed that the teachers and some of her classmates would pause as if something didn't compute in their brain whenever she answered questions correctly and volunteered to answer them when no one else would. It was even more obvious during gym when she successfully spiked in volleyball and there was a moment where everyone just stared. Was it because she's blonde? Were they expecting the dumb blonde stereotype or a gangster? Gokudera had silver hair so how was blonde more eye-catching?

She was relieved when they were finally dismissed for lunch and grabbed her bento as she walked to her brother's classroom. The door was still closed so she slid it open drawing the attention of the students still in the room. Her eyes connected with Tsuna's, "Tsu-nii? Are you ready for lunch?"

"Tsu-nii?!" Some random guy sitting at the back of the classroom shouted. "Dame-Tsuna's related to you?" Well, that's rude.

She glared at the idiot, "Not that it's any of your business, but I've been related to my brother for eleven years now. And my brother is not a Dame. Can we go now?" She directed her last question to her brother and his friends. It looked like Gokudera was already in the motion of rebuking the idiot and her brother looked like he wanted to be anywhere but here.

"Haha, let's head to the rooftop, Nade, Tsuna, Gokudera." Yamamoto to the rescue. He threw his arms around Tsuna and Gokudera and dragged them out of the classroom as Nadeshiko followed them to the roof.


Lunch began with an awkward silence. Tsuna's head was resolutely on his bento and his guardians-to-be didn't know what to do with the incensed little sister.

"So...Nadeshiko-sama, how has your first day been so far?" Gokudera courageously inquired.

She sighed. "Fine...Weird." She scowled. "Everyone just keeps staring at me like I have two heads. Is it because I'm blonde? Cause I can't do anything about that and I refuse to dye my hair brown or - Kami forbid - black."

Tsuna mumbled something under his breath. At her nagging, he repeated what he said, "It's my fault you're getting all this undue attention. I'm Dame-Tsuna. The guy infamous for failing at everything - especially school and sports. They probably can't comprehend how a Dame like me could have a sister that's no doubt already shown she's smart and athletic. I know you Nade, you're smart. You've tutored me on my schoolwork way before Reborn came when it should have been the other way around. I really am useless." The more he spoke the more he seemed to shrink into himself.

"Tsuna!"

"Juudaime!"

"Tsunayoshi Sawada." The three boys turned to Nadeshiko, who was looking fixedly at her brother. "You are Tsunayoshi Sawada, heir to the greatest Mafia Family in the world. One day to be Vongola's tenth-generation boss. You fought and won against that Mochida bastard you told me about, saved Gokudera when he was about to be blown by his own bombs, sparred with the head of the boxing club and won, saved Futa from being used and abused by the Todd Family for his ranking abilities, and...learned how to swim despite how much you hated the swimming classes so that I'd feel safe when we go to the beach."

The latter was said in a small though still resolute voice. She could never convince herself to swim at the beach in this life. She blamed it on dying by drowning before, but she was fine in a pool. As soon as she felt the pull of the water on her feet in the sand or heard the crashing of waves, a feeling of dread and terror would paralyze her. She remembered when she was four their family visited the beach and she was brought to tears when their Papa thought it'd be fine to hold her above the water after she vehemently refused to go anywhere near it with kicks and scratches. She couldn't even remember to use her flames to help her when all she felt was fear in the presence of the ocean.

It left a bitter taste in her mouth at the fact that she could barely endure standing in the shallows when she knew how to swim. It was only with Tsuna's help that she even got that far. He was determined to learn, did, and would hold her hand whenever they went to the beach.

"You're not Dame and you're not a failure. You're Ryohei-san, Gokudera-san, and Yamamoto-san's friend and you're my Nii-chan and I'm proud of that."

The three second-years were at a loss for words. While his little sister was always supportive of him, Tsuna had always felt like a failure of an older brother for his lack of intelligence and athleticism. He was sure none of his peers even knew he had a sister other than Kyoko, Hana, his two year-mates, and Hibari. He loved his sister and would do anything for her, but it recently hit him in the face of how different they were now that she went to the same school as him. Everyone liked Nade. Even Hibari-senpai liked her and he's never even seen them talk to each other.

When they entered the school grounds, he saw how students just stopped what they were doing when they saw his admittedly cute blonde-haired little sister walking like she owned the very air they breathed. She was riveting, he knew that. When she walked in a room all eyes were on her...and then they saw she was with Dame-Tsuna and the awed stares turned into confused ones.

He should have trusted his friends and his imouto that they wouldn't care about what others would say. His sister had a way with words when she decided there was something that needed to be said. He sent her a content smile, "Thank you, Nade."

The rest of the lunch was peaceful as Gokudera and Yamamoto argued or rather Gokudera argued while Yamamoto unintentionally - Or was it intentionally, she thought - annoyed the bomber. They left the roof, but when she turned the corner let out a soft 'oomph' as she bumped off the other's body and was forced to step back slightly.

She heard her brother quietly 'Hie' behind her and the choked noises from the boys and knew immediately who she ran into. "Good afternoon, Hibari-san. How was your lunch break?" She smirked good-naturedly at the third-year.

"Hmph, report to the Reception room after school, Mashiko. You're to begin your duties starting today. Don't be late. Herbivores should head back to class - lunch break is almost over," he directed his last statement to her brother and his friends then continued his patrol around the campus.

"Che, how dare he not even apologize for running into Nadeshiko-sama!" Gokudera spat.

"Eh? Nade, what does he mean report to the Reception room?" Tsuna asked.

"Oh, I didn't tell you? I'll be joining the Disciplinary Committee as a secretary now that I go to Nami Middle. Hibari-san asked-" Demanded more like. "-me if I'd like to be it last semester and I accepted. I don't mind, and at least it'd mean I'd be part of a school club for once."

Tsuna didn't know what to say to her nonchalant reply. He immediately imagined his imouto in a gakuran like Hibari's saying, "I'll bite you to death."

Oh no.


THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! (^u^)/

I thought I was going to get to Kokuyo but decided to have just Futa and her intro to Nami Middle for now.

Possible side story: Reception room scene between Hibari and Tsuna; Midori Elementary's view of Nade; Tsuna's POV on Nade's first day at Nami Middle

Can you guess which macaron flavors go to which characters? (Tsuna, Gokudera, Yamamoto, Ryohei, Lambo, Hibari, Reborn, and I-pin (cuz she deserves some too))

Nadeshiko's birthday is April 23, 20XX.

I found the website that I used to find Nade's nickname. Did ya know Hibari specifically translates to "cloud finch"? Also, about the nickname Mashiko - it actually translates to Monkey lol, but is used for "rose finch" since its red coloring is like a monkey's (I guess?). So it's Mashiko - rosefinch - and Hibari - cloud finch. Awwww!

Please review and tell me what you guys think? You're predictions, critics, etc. I don't care. I'd love to hear from you!

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