Summary: Princess Maron and Prince Chiaki hate eachother's guts despite that their fathers are very close friends, and so are their kingdoms. Hatred is shown between the two until something happens...will love come in the way?
Disclaimer: I don't own Kamikaze Kaitou Jeanne!

Author's note: Sorry for a long time of wait...I was busy with my other fics so I had no time to write this but since I finally have the time, here! Thank you so much for the kind reviews! Don't forget to review! ^_^

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Chiaki paced out of the window and started to think. It has been a week ever since he, as Sindbad, met Jeanne. Until now, they have been competing with each other for the demon. He had to think of a plan to get Jeanne out of the way. (AN: I know it's supposed to be Maron's idea but they're just the same!) He wanted the checkmates so he can complete his mission. In other words, Jeanne was his very own rival.

And yet, he couldn't get his eyes of those stunning features she possessed. The blonde hair, sparkling amethyst eyes that displayed great determination, her ivory skin.....STOP! He shook his head and shoved away the thought. Instead, he had to find out who Jeanne is.

He stood up from his chair and decided to take a stroll in the gardens. He needed a time of silence to think. Suddenly, he heard a noise from behind. Before he could completely open the door, the 'sound' spoke.

"Just where do you think you're going Sindbad?"

Chiaki turned around and saw Access floating with his arms crossed to his chest, flashing a grin. The prince let out a sigh and answered, "Just taking a walk, Access. Wanna come?"

"Sure."

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Maron growled. Sindbad had succeeded the checkmate last night, and she didn't like it. Come to think of it, he's been after her targets ever since they met. That was, a week ago. In fact, she had been tormented by the plans she had to plot to get him out of the way.

Fin also was annoyed. Somehow, she wondered about the figure that always stayed beside the male kaitou. Every time Jeanne and Sindbad would fight, she always noticed a purple ball of light float, watching the two compete.

Is he supposed to be Sindbad's helper?

She shook off the thought and scowled. She turned her head to look at Maron who had her palm on her forehead, brainstorming about the next strategy she had to make use of against Sindbad. She smiled slightly and floated towards Miyako who was reading a book on a corner. She then transformed into her human form and approached the chestnut-haired princess.

"Princess, do you want to take a walk in the gardens? You look so tired from the plotting." She asked as Maron looked up to face her. The princess frowned and looked down at the plan she had just set up.

"What for? There's nothing to do outside." Maron said, piling up the papers she used. Soon, she placed them inside the drawer beside her bed. She sat at the edge of the bed and looked at her hand. On her middle finger laid a ring with a pink crystal, shining as she moved her hand.

The ring was another piece of memory from her deceased mother. She said that the ring was passed on from generation to generation. Now, it was on the hands of the sixteen-year old princess who, until now, treasures the possession of her mother.

Her attention was then caught when she heard a voice speak, interrupting her thoughts, "I think it's a good idea, Maron. You've been plotting ever since this morning. Now, why not take a stroll in the gardens to calm your pressured mind?" Miyako said, not bothering to put down her book.

Maron stared at her best friend. She had known Miyako for the past sixteen years and they were childhood friends. Although they never wanted anyone to know that they were distant cousins, they just wanted to be known as the best of friends they are now. They shared their deepest secrets that not even their parents know. For example, Maron being the mysterious Kaitou Jeanne that crawled the night.

She smiled, "Okay, Miyako. But are you sure you can handle things by yourself while I'm gone?"

Miyako chuckled. "Silly Maron. Of course I can handled things on my own! It isn't like you're going to leave for a year or something. You're just taking a walk in the gardens"

Maron and Fin headed towards the door. But as the door was half open, Maron eyed her best friend. "Hehe I was just worried about you." Miyako and Maron worried for each other very much, no matter what the situation is. They had pinky promised that they had the right to worry about each other no matter what happens...

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"I love this garden. It's so quiet and peaceful here." Chiaki mumbled to himself as he and his guardian walked around the enormous garden. Access, who had turned into his human form, searched for demons with the use of his aura. For the meantime, he couldn't sense any strange power lurking the kingdom.

Chiaki grinned silently, bending down to finger the petals of the flowers. Such beautiful flowers that bring color to the garden, they are admired for their beauty. Somehow, flowers attracted Chiaki's attention to let out his 'softer' side.

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On the other hand, Maron and Fin continue to gaze around the large garden. It was silent, giving out a serene environment. Indeed, it was a perfect place to calm the pressured mind.

Maron gave out a sigh and sat on the grass, watching the clouds. Looking up to the sky, she smiled. The puffy clouds transformed themselves into different figures. All the sixteen-year old princess wanted to do was to become a child again. A child that loves to run around and look at the clouds all-day long.....those were her memories.

The green-haired angel watched the princess, forming a smile on her lips. It reminded her when Maron was still young. Such an active and playful child she had to look after. Although behind the gleeful mask Maron wore, lied the pain of loneliness and depression.

She deeply craved for her parents' attention, though they were always busy. They couldn't seem to find precious time for their own daughter.

But Maron wasn't lonely for most of the time. Sometimes, Miyako would come over to the palace and play with her best friend. Although there were times when Miyako's family had business trips, Maron was all alone with her guardian.

Fin was always there to accompany Maron. There were times when Maron told Fin some of her personal secrets. They were open to each other's secrets. If Miyako wasn't there for Maron, Fin was always the one she could turn to for support and advice. In fact, Fin was like an older sister to Maron(in her human form).

"Fin, have you ever experienced love?" Maron suddenly spoke.

The angel faced the princess, shock written all over her face. "Nope. I never have."

Maron then smiled and faced her guardian, "Same. I may have had several suitors who wanted my hand in marriage but it appears that they were only after my riches and beauty. I want someone who loves me for who I am but...there's no one..." Maron frowned.

Everything she said was true. She wanted someone who can understand her, someone who can help her overcome her pains and loneliness. No one seems to suit that place...

Oh, how wrong can she be?

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Chiaki then got up. He continued to walk around the garden. The trees swayed with the wind, leaves flying around. Petals from flowers also flew around.

Just then, he spotted two figures on the other side of the garden. Access also noticed this and puffed himself to his angel form. "Chiaki, who are they?"

A serious look appeared on the prince's handsome face, "I don't know. Let's check it out."

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Maron heard footsteps coming her way. Fin looked back and got into a fighting stance. Maron stood up and walked behind Fin for protection. They weren't sure of what was coming but who knows. As the figure came closer, Maron noticed a pair of brown eyes and blue hair.

It could only be one person........

"YOU?!?" Maron and Chiaki exclaimed as they came face to face with each other. Fin shot Maron a confused look and turned into her angel form without Chiaki seeing it. But unknown to Fin, someone saw her change back.

"What are you doing in here?" Maron asked, glaring at the prince who had just shot her a glare. She took a step back to prepare to run back to her room. The last thing she wanted to do was to confront the person she hated the most, Chiaki.

"What am I doing here?! What are YOU doing here?" Chiaki retorted.

Anger began to crawl up to Maron's nerve. "I was just trying to calm my brain! It was too pressured so I had to take a walk." She fisted her hand, wanting to run away from this guy.

"Well, you deserve a pressured mind. Why didn't you just walk around the kingdom? I don't want any strangers in my garden." Chiaki spoke. He glared at the princess in front of him who angrily returned the glare.

"Well SORRY! How should I know that this was YOUR so-called garden? I didn't see your name on it." Maron said, placing her hands on her hips. Luckily, her clothes were casual. It wouldn't look good on her when she was in her formal clothes.

Chiaki, too, was in his casual clothes. He ran a hand through his ruffled hair and began to walk away, "Just make sure I don't see you here again." He warned, or maybe threatened. Maron watched him and pouted. 'The nerve! Saying that it was HIS garden!'

Unknown to the two, someone watched them from the castle and grinned.

"Perfect."

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Author's notes: Sorry if it was short and meaningless. I was just tired from my trip and I was running out of sleep. My brain is so weak. I have to sleep now. Please review...-_-;;;