Hi there! Sorry updating was taking so long. I was stuck out of town for 3 days. My parents just like dragging around the world from time to time. With no internet! ^_^ Nice scenery though. Anyway here's the next chapter!! Thanks again!! ^_^

~*~*~*~*~*~*~* Ascot tried to hide himself by looking down, but Eagle hade already seen him.

"Umi," Eagle began with a cold harsh voice. "We need to talk."

Umi was startled at first but did as commanded.

"Oh boy," Hikaru said with a sigh as she saw Umi follow Eagle to another location.
"Oh dear," Fuu said with sadness. "They're going to have another fight again."
"You said it," Hikaru agreed.
"Is it my fault?" Ascot said with guilt.
"Of course not Ascot," Fuu said reassuring.
"Yeah, Ascot don't feel bad," Hikaru said. "Eagle's always like this. It's one of the reasons why Umi broke up with him in the first place."
"Then why did she go back to him if he's still acting the same?" Ferio asked curiously.
"Well, to be honest, we wouldn't have let her if she consulted us first," Fuu said. "Eagle is clearly wrong for her."
"So, then how?" Lantis asked.
"She fell for the I-can't-live-without-you routine," Hikaru said. "That girl needs someone to protect her from that guy."
"We've tried, and still are but, there's just so much we can do. Her parents have always liked him," Fuu said.

Ascot stared at Eagle and Umi as they slowly disappeared into the crowd of students.

"I have a funny feeling we shouldn't leave her alone with him right now," Fuu said suddenly. "I'm getting the same vibe. Let's go!" Hikaru said ad she grabbed Fuu by the hand and tried to follow the couple through the crowded hall.

In and empty classroom.

"Alright Umi, just what do you think you're doing eating lunch with that guy?!" Eagle shouted at her.

Umi looked down while her back was leaning against the wall. Then she looked at him with a frown.

"Really Eagle, you're being more childish than before!" Umi yelled back. "I thought you changed. Mrs., Kuno asked me to show him around. Is it a crime if I eat with him and my friends?"
"Your friends are losers Umi! And just because Mrs. Kuno asked you too doesn't mean you have to do it!" Eagle said furiously.
"How dare you say that about my friends Eagle!" Umi said raising her voice. "My friends are the only people who comforted me when you hurt me last year. The only reason why you got a second chance was because they were aboard or out of town. My parents can't see through your disguise but my friends surly can!" She said. "I'm glad now I can see the light too!!"
"Shut up!!" Eagle said as he slapped her.

Umi stayed facing the direction when she got slapped. Her eyes held heavy tears that instantly flowed. She then looked up at Eagle. He shot her with a heartless glare and was about to hit her again when he was interrupted.

"Don't you hit her!" Hikaru said bursting into the room followed by Fuu. "Don't blame her for things that aren't her fault!"
"Yeah? Well, this is none of your business!!" Eagle said as pushed Hikaru then went out the door.

Fuu and Hikaru glared at him but then threw their attention back to Umi.

"Umi," they said gently as they came closer to comfort her.

Umi looked at them as she began to cry. She then walked closer to them and fell into Fuu's arm as she wept. Hikaru patted her back.

"It'll be okay Umi," Fuu said as Ferio, Lantis, and Ascot entered the room.
"What a bold guy!" Hikaru said furiously. "To actually hit you on the school campus!"
"Let's go get an ice pack for that hit," Fuu said gently.
"Yeah, then well spend the night at your place," Hikaru said trying to cheer Umi up.

Umi nodded and tried to force a smile.

"Thanks guys, I'd like that," Umi said all of them went out the door.

After school, Hikaru and Fuu left to their houses first to pack while the 3 guys and Umi headed for her home.

"You sure it's okay for us to stay at your place Umi?" Ascot asked nervously.
"Yeah, I mean, the house is big enough for the entire High School to stay and didn't you guys say that you needed more space?" Umi said trying smiling.
"Well, that's true," Ascot said. "We really appreciate this Umi," Lantis and Ferio said together. "Ha-ha, don't worry about it," Umi said. "Besides I like the company. Fuu and Hikaru are going to stay here from now anyway." "SCORE!!" Lantis and Ferio thought.

When the gang finally arrived at the house, Fuu and Hikaru had arrived. They all got settled into their rooms then after changing into more casual clothes they went into the huge living room (it's as big as a gym! ^_^ She's really rich.).

"Sweet place you got here Umi," Ferio said looking around while grinning.
"Yeah, you have this all to yourself?" Lantis asked also looking around.
"Why yes. My parents live in the bigger house next door. They gave this one to me so I could have my privacy," Umi replied.

Just then the door bell rang.

"I'll get it," Umi said automatically.
"No, Umi it's okay. I got it," Fuu said as she opened the door.

It was Eagle.

"Can I talk to Umi?" Eagle asked giving a please-forgive-me look.
"She's busy," Fuu responded as she tried to close the door until Eagle pushed it back hard against her, causing her to collide with the wall adjacent from the door.
"Look here Hououji, butt out of Umi's relationship with me," Eagle said coldly.
"Hey," Ferio said going down the staircase. "That's no way to treat a lady."
"Where did you come from?" Eagle said surprised to him.

Before Ferio could respond though, Umi came down also.

"Who is it Fuu? Is it another."Umi trailed off when she was shocked to see it was Eagle.
"Umi. Babe. I'm sorry about the school thing," Eagle began.
"Get out of here," Umi said calmly but coldly. "Go away Eagle. I'm not your girl anymore."
"Babe, let me explain."
"I don't want to hear it," Umi said firmly.
"Fine!!" Eagle said angrily as he slammed the door.

~*~*~*~*~*~*~* Whoa. ^_^ I think that went a little to fast don't you agree? Well anyway, please R&R. Thanks a bunch!! Ja ne!!