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Chapter 5:
Garden Dreams

After gathering my books I made my way to class, I wanted desperately to run away from the main house, go anywhere other than that place, the place that was home to Akito, and sadly, me as well.

I didn't ever want to go back to there… I hate it, I hate him. I want him to die for what he's done to me and the rest of my family.

I curled my fists into balls on my knees and took a deep breath to get rid of the lump rising in my throat.

"Sohma-san?" Another one of those damned fangirls walked up to me.

"What?" I asked in a slightly harsher voice than intended.

Her eyes widened for a moment before she spoke. Her voice squeaked slightly as she tried to force the words out.

"What is it?" I asked in a slightly softer tone.

She blushed and walked away.

I heard a soft "Sorry," as she rushed away.

I stared at her for a moment… girls were so weird sometimes.

I rested my chin on my fists and stared blankly at the board. The bell signaling the beginning of class rung and the teacher walked in.

"Take your seats," She said to the last few students still crowded in the back of the classroom.

The day was quite dull and I didn't pay attention most of the day. Finally, the bell to signal the end of the day rang. I stayed back so I didn't get bumped at the rush to leave the room.

"Sohma, could you come up here for a moment?" The teacher asked.

I nodded and walked up silently.

"Is there something wrong? You seem awfully preoccupied," She said with a concerned look.

"No, I'm fine, but I must be going," I bowed slightly and rushed out of the room before she could question me any further.

I walked to my locker and gathered my things for homework. I walked out of the school, only half aware of where I was going.

I crashed into someone, luckily it wasn't enough to make me transform, but her books fell to the ground.

I immediately bent down to pick them up. I handed them to her, "Sorry," I apologized quietly.

"Thank you very much," She bowed.

I looked up at her, she seemed vaguely familiar, I was sure that she was in at least one of my classes. She was very formal, odd for a 13 year old.

"What is your name?" I questioned.

She bowed again, "Honda, Tohru." Her cheeks were bright red.

I was sure the name sounded familiar, "I'm Yuki Sohma. Well, sorry for bumping into you," I apologized as I walked away.

I walked home, meeting Haru along the way; he was wandering off the path. I ran to him and grabbed his arm, "It's this way, Haru," I smiled.

"Oh, really? Oh well, I'm terrible with directions," He shrugged.

"I can see that," I laughed slightly.

"Well, you're in a good mood," He smiled slightly.

I shrugged, "Just glad to be away from Akito."

Haru rested his hand on my shoulder again; I found that I didn't care.

When we got home, I dropped my things in my room, but immediately went in the garden opposite of Akito's room. I was trying to avoid him; I didn't need him spoiling my good mood.

I sat back against the fence staring at the bright blossoms and the jade green of the leaves surrounding me.

It was beautiful and so peaceful. I leaned my head back and closed my eyes. I wondered what it'd be like if only I was 'normal'. 'Normal… a concept that would never apply to me,' I thought absently as I drifted off in the bright sun.

Well, I hope it was okay. :3 I'll definately update soon!