By: Gingko-chan
This is the second chapter. The original second chapter...isn't here. It's somewhere in the great fanfiction.net of the sky. Along with a whole bunch of other stuff. Sorta depressing really. Stupid computer.
L K: I didn't actually discontinue, but after my second chapter disappeared...I was slightly depressed. So I didn't write another chapter. But I'm going to continue this ficcy, even if I'm a BIT slow. Fine, maybe I'm really, REALLY slow. But I'm still gonna continue. Thanks for the support though ^_^
JadOo: I'm glad you like the plot. 'Sides, Akito's still not going to be an entirely nice guy. Just nice to Kotori, in an evil sorta way. ^_^
Kurusu:Here's the other chapter you were asking for. I'm glad someone likes Akito. Even though sometimes, I have to admit that he is a bit of an evil, manipulating guy. But he can be nice if he wants to...if he can...
animeangelsan: Thanks! I'm so glad you like my fanfics. ^_^ Here's a smilie face for you.
Akito raised his hand to strike a young, gray-haired boy. The young boy cringed, even though he was only around three years younger than Akito. Suddenly, Kotori burst into the scene and took the blow from Akito.
"Get out of my way, Kotori. This doesn't concern you."
"This is my family too. Akito, you've done enough already. Let him go now."
Akito's eyes narrowed. "Who do you think you are, ordering me around, girl!!"
"Akito, please. Stop!"
Akito glared, before turning around and walking away. "Fine, see if I care. You just wait till you watch this family's discipline and respect go to the DOGS!!"
He walked out, slamming the shoji as he went.
Kotori rose to go after him. Then, she felt a soft tugging on the sleeve of her pale blue kimono. It was Yuki.
"Don't worry, Yuki-kun. I'll be alright. You should go home now, go find Kagura, okay?"
Yuki continued to look worriedly at her, but nodded and walked out of the room.
(Author's Note: Just for the record, when Yuki was small, he couldn't talk. Because of some traumatising experience. Just like Kisa-chan.)
Kotori walked out of the room, and went into the garden. Soft dew shone on the pale, green leaves. Soft cherry blossoms drifted about. Akito was standing a small distance away, quietly whistling to a tiny bird.
"Akito-sama..."
"So now, it's Akito-sama?"
"I'm sorry, but Yuki's been beaten enough already..."
"Who do you think you are, that you can order me around? And why do I even listen to you?!"
Kotori looked at him curiously, before walking forward and hugging him.
"Akito-sama, gomenasai."
Akito's eyes softened, "Fine. Just don't do it again. Okay?"
She smiled up at him.
From behind the trees, a nosy, stupid, busybody-woman-wife was spying on them. This'll be juicy gossip indeed.
Did you hear?
No, what is it?
I heard, that Akito-sama is getting really close to Maemi and that French guy's daughter
No!
You don't say!
It's true. Some people even say that she's got him wrapped around her pretty, little finger!
Well, Akito-sama is a boy
Yes, they have known each other for four whole years!
That girl is also a rather pretty child, isn't she?
Shh! It's Shigure!
And, it was. Walking down the path was 19-year old Shigure, just coming back from the university. He had heard everything.
"Hello, ladies. How are all of you?"
"Wonderful, Shigure-san. How's university?"
"Not bad. I should be going now. Bye!"
Immediately, Shigure hurried to find Akito.
"Shigure. Be more quiet. Kotori's sleeping."
Shigure had gone to Akito's room, only to find Akito reading a book, with Kotori rested against his arm. Fast asleep.
"Akito-sama, I need to talk to you."
"What is it?"
"Well..."
"Don't worry, she's asleep. Now tell me what the matter is."
"There have been rumours. About you and Miss De Leon."
"And?"
"This could have a negative effect on the family."
"Let them talk, they have no power over me." Or her.
Kotori stirred slightly in her sleep. Akito gently stroked a hand through her long, dark hair.
Unfortunately, Kotori also heard the rumours, but from the source itself, just an hour before.
I'll protect her (him). Even if it means using my own happiness as a sacrifice.
A week later, Akito woke up to find his arms empty. Kotori was gone. Kotori had run away from home.
Akito changed, almost immediately.
A frown on his face, Akito called Shigure to his side. "Go get Yuki for me."
When Yuki was brought before him, Akito glared daggers at the younger boy, before grabbing him and throwing him into a dark closet.
Well? Where are you, Kotori? Aren't you going to come and save him anymore? You hated it when I hit them, or hurt them. Aren't you going to come now? Aren't you?!
Akito slammed his fist into the wall, successfully created a small dent in it.
Kotori wandered aimlessly down the street. What am I going to do? I have no other family but the Sohma's. This sucks. I miss you, Akito.
No! I can't think about him. This is for his own good. For the good of the family.
Suddenly, out of nowhere a car streaked out, hitting her. And all was blackness.
Yay! The second chappie's done! This actually played out differently from chapter 2 V.1. Oh wellz. Hope you enjoyed this!Oh, and please review!
~Gingko-chan*