Gomen ne for the slow update. Had to study.  If this fic makes you sick then please don't read. 

Moonlight streamed through Tohru's windows.  It's now or never.  Mother, please guide me.  Please make this the right decision.  Tohru thought as she packed her bag.  It did not take her long because she only got few things.  In truth, she doesn't know where to go but her mind was set on escaping the Sohmas.  Yuki, in particular.  "Mother, I'm all set.  I know you would be with me."  She said softly as she went to pick up her bag and slowly descend from the stairs.  The floors creaked softly as she walked stealthily.  She tried to go outside as quietly as possible or so she thought.  Tohru made a last look in the Sohma house.  This had been my home for the past 5 months.  I'll surely miss this.  Tohru sighed.  Her heart began to throb violently when she saw the path she'll have to take.  It was already two hours past midnight and the forest looked really terrifying for her.  She thought of going back but images of Yuki flashed in her mind.  I'll miss Momiji, Kagura, Kyo, Hatori, Ayame and, Shigure for sure. She was feeling a deep regret.  What am I thinking?  She scolded herself.  Courage!

Tohru walked deeper into the woods.  With the moon as her only light, she tried to walk as carefully as possible.  I can't afford to trip or something.  I might get bruises and ruin my skin.  She tried to keep a one-sided conversation with her mother to help her ease her fear.  "Mother, I've finally done it.  But where would I go now?"  Worry showed in her face as she continued to walk without a definite destination.  "WOOOOOOO!" 
Tohru stopped dead in her tracks.  "Mother, did you hear that?"  Tohru was really getting scared.  You mean the owl you've heard? A voice in Tohru's mind said.  But her mind contradicted itself. It sure didn't sound like an owl.  More like a wild animal of some sort.  Tohru was already fidgeting.  The sound of shuffling leaves towards her direction made her more nervous.  She remembered Shigure's words.  "There are molesters at night in the woods.  It's not a safe place for a girl to be alone in."  What if Shigure-san is right?  Tohru quickly dashed to a nearby bush and hid herself.  She closed her eyes and prayed that she would get out of there safe and sound. 

"Tohru! Come out now! I know you are here!" Yuki's voice was clearly audible.  Tohru squirmed farther into the bushes.  Shit! How did he know? But Tohru can't also help feeling relieved knowing it was just Yuki and not some strange man. 

"I'll count up to three, princess.  If you would still not come out I'll be forced to get you."

Tohru who hoped that he was only bluffing did not utter a sound and stayed hidden. 

"One, Two, Three.  You really try my patience."  Yuki sighed.

A hand yanked Tohru out of the bushes.  "Ow! Let me go! You're hurting me!"  Tohru screamed.  Yuki loosened his grip.  "I'm sorry."

"How did you find out I am here?!" Tohru demanded. 

"You were so noisy when you went that I woke up." 

Tohru did not believe him.  "What?  I was really, really careful and quiet when I left the house. You! Are you watching me when I sleep too?" 

Yuki ignored her.  "Believe what you want.  You can't escape me.  Remember that." Yuki grabbed her right arm and led her into the Sohma house again. 

"Tohru-kun, what happened to you?  Your face looks very haggard and your eyes are all puffy."  Shigure exclaimed as he saw Tohru.  It was already morning. 

Tohru panicked. "This is nothing.  I just stayed up real late last night because I had to study for an exam today." Tohru excused. 

"I see. You're too diligent." Shigure seemed to believe her story.  "By the way, last night I heard some noises.  Was it you?"

"Yes.  There was a rat in the house so I chased it off." Tohru replied. 

Shigure looked at Yuki.  "It seems you're not alone in this house. Ha ha" Shigure teased.  He thinks he was hilarious.

Yuki just remained silent which made Tohru pissed off.  If you think I will not retaliate then you are gravely mistaken. The thought of revenge made Tohru smile a little. 

"Ohayo! How was your weekend?"  Tohru greeted her friends.  She saw them in the hallway. 

"Oy, Tohru!" was Uotani's greeting.

"Ohayo." Was Hanajima's curt reply.

Just then, Kimura Hiroyuki passed by.  "Kimura-sempai is so kawaii!" Tohru whispered to her friends.  Hiroyuki was a third year student.  One year older than them.  He was tall, broad, and clean-shaven.  His hair is pitch black and his smile—made a lot of girls fall for him and for guys to envy him.  In fact, he was the closest contender of Yuki in terms of the number of admirers. 

"Hey, did you know the latest news about him?  He's going to play the male lead in our upcoming school play." Uotani's voice snapped Tohru out of her dream-like trance. 

"What?  Who's the female lead?"  Tohru was really interested.  She had the longest crush on Hiroyuki.  Too bad he don't even look her way.

"That's undecided yet.  When they held the auditions last week, many girls fought—literally for the part.  So, they are going to hold another audition next week since the last one was a total disaster."

Tohru was ecstatic with the news but Tohru was just silent.  She was seriously considering trying out for the part herself.

 Tohru was walking going to her work after class when somebody walked beside her. 

"What do you want?" Tohru demanded.  Yuki smiled at her.  "Well, since you attempted to escape last night, I think I'll accompany you to your work from now on."

"What? Are you crazy?  Am I your prisoner?" Tohru was getting angrier by the minute. 
"It depends on you.  If you'll behave then maybe—just maybe I might let you go." 

Tohru glared at him. "You know, I thought you were a really nice person when I met you."

Yuki turned to face her. "Hey, we're just the same."

Silence. 

"Hey, do you want to eat someplace first before you work?" Yuki said out of the blue.

"Eh?" Tohru was confused.  A moment ago they were fighting and now he's thinking of food?

Before Tohru had a chance to answer, Yuki grabbed her hand and led her to a nearby restaurant.     

"Sempai, do you remember last year when you made Yuki-kun wear a dress?  He really, really loved it.  I think that he would really appreciate it if you'll do it again."  Tohru said.

"Really?  I thought he didn't like it."

"It was for show.  Pretending he's not comfortable with girls' clothes.  He'll be so happy if you buy him again another cute dress this upcoming festival."

The girl was so happy.  "Hai, thanks for letting me know." 

"No problem. I'm his friend so I would like to surprise him."  Tohru winked.  "Just keep this as a secret between us, ok? He's just so shy." 

"Okay." The girl gave Tohru two-thumbs up.

Hahahaha.  Tohru was laughing inside her.  Let's see what you would do.  Now, to make this complete, Tohru thought as she went to the phone to dial Ayame's number.