Disclaimer: None of the HYD characters belongs to me.

Timeline: Manga volume 1.

Pairing: Tsukushi x ?

A/N : Dear Readers. I am deeply touched by your wonderful reviews. You are the best ever!

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By Cocky-sark

Chapter 3

Previously

"You're wrong Makino, we are his only friends and girls are only after his fortune! That makes..." Akira paused before smiling, "you an exception... "

Domyouji, are you really that lonely? Tsukushi thought with skepticism, I can't believe it though...


Asai said to her friends, "Wow, look at this... Shizuka-sempai is so amazing and beautiful... There's a big difference" she paused "between some plain girls around here." They looked directly at Tsukushi's back who was sitting nearby in their classroom. It was lunchtime and today Makiko was ill. Unfortunately, for Asai and Co., the poor girl heard clearly and sent cold glares towards the jealous trio.

They froze and looked elsewhere. "The weather is so nice today...," said one, "The clothes are pretty..." added Asai, "What do we have next period?" wondered the other.

Tsukushi stormed out the classroom, I already know that I can compete... As she walked pass by someone in the hall, something caught her eyes.

Was that... wondered Tsukushi. Then she gasped, "Domyouji!" when he turned to face her.

"Y-yo!" he muttered. Tsukasa wore the uniform of Eitoku, he just didn't have the tie and his shirt was black. In addition, he had straightened his hair.

Tsukushi scanned him thoroughly from head to toes. What happened to him?, she asked herself.

Uneasiness was written all over his face. "It is not because you told me those stuffs the other day. I just thought it wouldn't be bad, looking like this sometimes! Don't kid yourself! " shouted an agitated Tsukasa. He didn't want her to laugh at him. Never once in his life, did he care about people's opinion, however he cared enough of what Tsukushi might think of him. Only that is entirely new for Tsukasa.

"Um, you look cute." stated genuinely Tsukushi once she understood his motive. He followed her advice.

The young man was caught off guard and blushed profusely. "Re-really? No doubt about that. Hahaha!" laughed a conceited Tsukasa. Even though he didn't show signs of satisfaction, he was pleased by her approval. He never saw Tsukushi sweatdropped as he continued "Anyway, it took me 5 hours with the straightening..." Suddenly, his hair curled up as usual. Then he freaked out, holding his head maniacally. "Oh noooooo! Damn that hair stylist, he won't get away with this!"

Tsukushi burst into laughing, "HAHAHA!" then she added silently, He's a funny guy.

"Hey! Don't laugh!" demanded Tsukasa, he was slightly embarrassed.

Akira and Soujiro, who were looking for Tsukasa for the last 20 minutes, decided to head toward Tsukushi's classroom, expecting to see their leader there. How lucky they were, when the two playboys saw the funny couple.

"Tsukasa! There you are!" shouted Soujiro, catching the pair's attention.

"Shizuka is back!" Akira told them.

Tsukasa took Tsukushi by her arm, "Let's go, Makino!" then he dragged her in search of Rui and Shizuka.

"Wa-wait!" gasped the poor girl.


"Shizuka." said quietly Rui.

Shizuka exclaimed, "Rui, I missed you!" while running into the boy's arms. They were at the entrance of the school, in the main hall.

"I missed you very much." murmured Rui and they kissed lightly. It was this sight that greeted the F3 and Tsukushi. Tsukasa released her arm and went to the embracing pair.

"Shizuka!" shouted the F3.

Tsukushi remained silent and not too far from them. Wow, beautiful brown hair, big bright eyes... It's the first time, I've seen such beauty! Her train of thought was interrupted, "Tsukasa! Akira! Soujiro!" Tsukushi saw Shizuka hugging the three boys before kissing them on the lips. Those kisses are greetings?, the poor girl almost fainted from puzzlement.

Rui saw Tsukushi, standing there timidly, so he went to her, "It is good you're here. I will introduce you to Shizuka." murmured the quiet boy.

"O-ok." answered a flustered Tsukushi. Quietly, the both just watched, as bystanders, the other four chatted happily.

Tsukasa smiled, "Welcome back Shizuka!"

"I saw your posters all around the city. Congratulations." said Akira.

Soujiro added, "You became more beautiful."

"Thank you" laughed the beautiful woman.

Rui coughed softly and pushed Tsukushi forward with gentleness," Shizuka, I would like to introduce you Makino Tsukushi. Makino, this is Todou Shizuka." said Rui.

This caught everyone's eyes, especially Tsukasa's who frowned immediately. Tsukasa didn't know why he felt irritated but he was. Perhaps, it was the faint blush on Tsukushi's cheeks or maybe the way Rui touched her back to push her forward. Tsukasa growled inwardly, Since when does Rui know Makino? I should have been the one to introduce her! I knew her first.

"Nice..." she bowed "...nice to meet you." stammered Tsukushi.

"The pleasure is mine." smiled warmly Shizuka.

Tsukasa went in between Rui and Tsukushi, "Let's all go for a drink!" he proposed looking at Tsukushi's confused face.

"Sorry, I'm out. I have to go to class." said the poor girl.

Tsukasa snorted, "Just skipped it for once and let's go." He didn't mean to sound demanding but he was used to order and unfortunately, that was the way the poor girl resented it.

Tsukushi narrowed her eyes dangerously, "No thanks."

"Why do you like to argue so much?" asked Tsukasa.

Tsukushi couldn't believe it. "It's rather, why do you like to be so damned bossy?" They glared daggers at each other.

"Because I'm Domyouji Tsukasa." answered the young man as if it was obvious.

The group just sweatdropped and sighed heavily. Akira tried carefully, "My, my calm down, you two. Makino, surely you can afford to miss the last classes. I'm sure Shizuka would love to know you better."

Shizuka confirmed with a smile, "Of course, let's go Makino-san."

"Yeah, come!" added Rui.

Tsukushi agreed eventually, "Alright..." She, Rui and Shizuka just walked away leaving an angry Tsukasa. Fortunately, Soujiro and Akira held him back.

The F4 leader growled, "Why did she agree when it comes to Rui? He has no rights to invite her!"

"Calm down, Tsukasa!" advised Akira.

"Surely, Rui didn't mean to do wrong. Beside, the important thing is that she tagged along, isn't it?" added Soujiro. They tried to soothe the agitated boy before they could release him.

Tsukasa let his anger decreased, "Yeah, let's go." I just wanted her to be with me, not with Rui. he thought grimly.


"You still hang around strange places like this? You haven't changed a bit." stated Shizuka. She, Tsukushi and the F4 were having a drink in some weird club. There were big fishes, hung onto the ceiling.

Soujiro answered, "Since you just came back from France, we couldn't take you to a French restaurant."

I wonder why Hanazawa Rui looks so gloomy... thought Tsukushi a bit uncomfortable.

From time to time, Tsukasa took furtive glances at Tsukushi. The latter was rather quiet and so was Rui. Only Soujiro, Shizuka and Akira seemed to enjoy themselves.

"Tell me Makino-san, since when are you friends with the F4?" asked Shizuka to the poor girl.

"Actually, I don't think I'm their friend..." Tsukushi answered honestly, then she eyed the F3 hard. "...most likely their victim."

"Victim? Why?" gasped the older girl with worry. Surprisingly, the F3 found the ceiling or the floor rather interesting, only Rui seemed unconcerned.

Tsukushi explained, "They red-tagged me and I was bullied by classmates."

"You guys are hopeless, still doing bad stuff..." Shizuka sighed.

The F3 felt guilty for a second. Just a second. "Actually, Tsukasa gave Makino the red card." said Akira.

"Hey! I took it back, now didn't I?" protested Tsukasa.

He received a glare from Tsukushi. "You still don't get it..." she groaned.

"What do I have to understand? You insulted me-" replied the young heir.

Tsukushi growled, cutting him off, "I insulted you because you deserve it, you idiot."

Tsukasa took a step backward, embarrassed, "Nobody dares talking back to me, least insulting me."

"It's because they're fools!" answered the poor girl, wavering her hand.

Shizuka smiled softly at their bickering. "I can see that you don't have time to get bored. How is your sister?"

"She got married last year and she 's leaving in L.A." answered Tsukasa.

Akira taped Tsukasa's back, "Fortunately, he found Makino. She's just like his sister!"

Wha..., Tsukasa's mind screamed, then he shouted aloud, "There's no way in Hell she's like my sister!" Angrily, he choked Akira.

Tsukushi resented it, "Hey, what does that mean?"

"Rui, what's wrong? You're so quiet. Shizuka is back." said Soujiro, all eyes turned toward the quiet young man.

Rui retorted and sighed, "I know that she's right in front of me!"

"He always has this gloomy face when he's happy." stated Tsukasa.

Shizuka smiled beautifully, "Now, that you mention it..."

"That's not what I mean!" shouted Rui. The group gasped and looked at him as if he was crazy. It was the first time he showed such a display of emotion.

"Why did you take those pictures? It looks like you're naked." asked Rui slightly embarrassed. The F3 giggled. Tsukushi just watched silently.

Shizuka softly replied, "It's for my career. All models do that."

"But you're different from the other dumb models." retorted Rui.

"You have a kind heart, Rui..." Shizuka approached him, "...always thinking what's best for me. I like you..." then she kissed his brow. And so Tsukasa, Akira, Soujiro. I like you all very much..., she thought. Truly, she liked the F4 dearly.

"Let's celebrate all night long for Shizuka's return!" shouted Akira, he leaded her to the dance floor. Soujiro and Tsukasa followed the couple, leaving Tsukushi and Rui, sitting at the table.

Tsukushi looked at Rui, the latter seemed distressed. "Are you alright?" she said. She knew she was being nosy but couldn't help it. After a pregnant pause, Rui replied, "I guess... I am."

Tsukasa glanced discreetly at the couple, sitting at the table. They were actually talking to each other like some old friends. Tsukasa's eyes narrowed, he didn't like it and went back to sit. "Hey Rui, why aren't you dancing with Shizuka?"

Rui replied calmly, "I don't want to dance."

"Hanazawa Rui, say sorry for me to Shizuka-san, but I really have to go." said Tsukushi. Rui nodded.

Tsukasa decided, "I will give you a ride."

"Don't bother, stay here with your friends and have fun." replied the poor girl, she rose from her seat.

Tsukasa did the same, with a stubborn look on his face, "It's pretty late and it's dangerous even for a common girl like you..." he accentuated his words, "I will see you home..." then to Rui, "...tell the others that we left. Let's go Makino!" He dragged Tsukushi away before she could protest.


"We need to discuss about our deal." declared Tsukasa once they were in his car. He had ordered to his driver to wait outside.

They were still in the parking of the club. The darkness of the night gave Tsukushi the chills. Something in Tsukasa's voice told her that he was not pleased. Tsukushi shifted uncomfortably on her seat. "Well, what's wrong?" she retorted as if she didn't know. Sometime faking ignorance could be a good choice.

Tsukasa growled "You know bloody well what's wrong! You didn't come to my house whereas you had promised. I kept my word, I intended you to do the same. Unless..." he paused, "...a commoner has no honor?" He tried to keep his temper in check.

"Of course, I have..." Tsukushi exclaimed, "It's just that I'm not from your world. I don't have the same interest as you or your friends." then she added quickly, "Beside you wanted me to be an escort girl--"

Tsukasa cut her off, very embarrassed, "Did not!"

"Did too." she narrowed her eyes. "I don't care about your money Domyouji. I'm a simple girl who wants a normal life. That's all." Tsukushi explained, "Now, if we could forget the deal and return to our separate life--"

"But you had promised." Tsukasa murmured cutting her off. He didn't want to forget or part with her. There were the unknown feelings that keep nagging at him. He wanted to know what draw him to Tsukushi so much. Why not a rich girl like him, or a more beautiful one? Why Makino Tsukushi?

After a pregnant pause, Tsukushi took a glance at Tsukasa. His eyes were so sad that her heart tightened, Domyouji...

"I won't forget our deal! I don't care about people seeing us. Just know this, I won't leave you alone." swore the young man.


End of chapter 3. As usual special thanks to Inu-kami, LokiGirl, Lelepanne, Tnt, M, juliagulia1017, Konoko, Kanshu, Ren Aizawa, Sonydjsnmix, Gentileschi and Rinsess4ever.