Yunkyon-chan: Sorry! I know I haven't been posting! Well, here's a deal, how about one review per chapter, and I'll continue! I need the inspiration! And I mean it! I was too soft! So I want a review, and you readers get a chapter! And I'll take as long as I like! Cause I got a life, other than writing…

Yuki: That's cold…Why must you make people wait?

Yunkyon-chan: I can't help it! Writer's block loves it in my brain, apparently…Sorry, everyone…I had most of this chapter written, but I got stuck…But, hearing a review from little duck, that really helped! So, Thanks little duck! And thanks goes to my best bud, Soramegami! Thanks for the really long humorous review!

Yuki: Great…I have two tormentors…Well; at least I'm not starving…

Nezu: Yes be very grateful. Well, then again, she isn't that mean…

Yuki: Why the hell are you here! You're not supposed to be here yet!

Yunkyon-chan: Nezu you're not supposed to be here, yet! Now it's spoiled…oh well! Nezu makes an appearance in this story! Same drill everyone! Don't own Yuki or Akito…But I own Leina, Kathy, Nezu, the plot, and sorry Lady Eos! I'm using Eos with Lady Eos's permission!

Yuki: 'shakes head' well enjoy, and review!

Chapter 5 – I'm what!

Yuki somehow convicted Leina to go with him…Well, Kathy did the convicting…

"Go with Yuki, Leina! He doesn't know where to go! Besides, it will give you two some time to get acquainted with one another…" Kathy said to a very aggravated Leina.

Yuki looks at Leina than at Kathy, wondering if he should speak, or keep quiet. He kept his mouth shut…

"Fine, I'll go! Just don't get any ideas…" Leina replied sourly, glaring at Yuki.

The two teens were walking to the mall…in silence. Yuki looks at Leina, wondering why she was, so distant and cold. He didn't know why, but felt deeply concerned…I guess she just doesn't like me, or doesn't like boys, period… "Why, are you looking at me? I know I'm cute, but don't stare. It's rude…" Leina replied looking ahead, avoiding his eyes. He looks at her, and spoke softly.

"I'm sorry, if I offended you. Could you please tell what's wrong?" She looks at him, and shakes her head no. "Why? All I want is, to see your adorable, sweet smile, not this distant, cold frown…" She looks away, her back facing him. She was covering the blush that rose to her cheeks. What has gotten into Yuki? He likes my smile! That's nonsense! He's just trying to obtain something through me…Yuki gently touches a few strands of her hair pushing it behind her ear. He holds one strand, enjoying the smooth, silky material under his fingertips. She turns around, glaring at him. Her glare softens, as his eyes placed a spell on her. Her heart was pounding; she places her hands near her chest. Why do I feel this way? I…I don't understand…You're cursed. WHAT! Who said that? I'm the nezumi of the zodiac…W-why are you inside my mind? Well, you know how Yuki came in physical contact with you? Yeah…Well his curse has fallen on your shoulders…Leina passed out, falling into Yuki's arms. He kneels down, cradling her in his arms. He looks at her…a black shirt, hugging her nicely, denim shorts showing off her long slender legs, and brown slip on shoes adorned her small feet. A strand of hair fell in her face, he brushes it away, and his fingers grazed her rosy lips. He felt heat rise to his cheeks…Her lips are so soft, and smooth…He traces her lips with his fingertips. He leans down, slightly wetting his lips; wanting a taste of heaven. He shakes his head. Baka! Are you outta your mind! Leina would probably kill me if I kissed her now! I hope she's okay, though…Passing out, all of a sudden…I better find a place to lay her down…He picks her up, bridal style, carrying her to the nearest bench.


"Huh? Where I'm I?" Leina replied looking around the darkness.

"Hm, I thought you would pass out, if I told you, you're cursed." A male voice replied. Leina looks at the direction the voice came from. A young man about the age of 20 appears…He has short silver hair that, feathers around his face perfectively; intense aqua eyes; average height, and lean of build. He was wearing white loose fitting pants and a snug sleeve-less white shirt that showed his broad shoulders. Leina's breath was caught in her throat. What a handsome man… "Thank-you my dear, I find you quite cute as well…" The man replied walking towards Leina.

"How…were you the one-?"

"Yes, I'm the nezumi of the zodiac. Nezu, at your service; Leina." He replied politely, as he kissed her hand, she blushes. "Well, I can answer any questions you may have." Nezu looks at her smiling; as he stands up. Leina shakes her head, calming down, and then she spoke…

"So, I'm now cursed by the spirit of the nezumi? Cause Yuki fell on me?" She asked calmly.

"Yes, you have his zodiac curse…transforming." He looks into her hazel eyes, cupping her cheek. "You will transform, into a nezumi, if you're hugged by a non-cursed member of the opposite sex, or if your body comes under a great deal of stress." He gently grabs her hands. "Yuki has to protect you, and the others, or there will be destruction and ruin in this world…" He sighs and then said. "Please, help him…Last time…He…almost…killed…himself…" Leina was shocked, and slightly shaking her head. Nezu closed his eyes as he nodded, saying it was true. She covers her mouth, in shock. How can someone want to do such a thing? Yuki…Maybe I shouldn't be so cold…If he almost did that…She nods her head, and said happily…

"Yes! I will! But, there's something I don't understand…Why, can I feel this link connecting my heart with his? Is it because we're…" Nezu smiles fondly and nods. She blushes, and then held her chest. Yuki worried! I guess this is goodbye…She looks at Nezu. "You'll be here; right?"

"Yes, but as your conisous, nothing more…" He closes his eyes for a minute, and then replied. "I will be here, just call…" He disappeared, as Leina falls down, asleep.


Yuki was sitting on the bench with Leina resting on it. Her eyes fluttered open. She rubs the sleep from her eyes, as she sat up. "Oh, good…you're awake." She looks at Yuki. "You scared me! Passing out all of a sudden, and…and…" He cups her cheeks, leaning in closer. Leina could feel heat rise to her cheeks, as Yuki was drawing closer to her. "…and being the most beautiful girl, I've seen in ages…" She looks away, as her blush deepen. She could feel his breathe on her cheek. And then felt his silky lips touch her soft cheek. She turned towards him, a look of shock written on her face. He slightly grins, moving away. Please, help him…Ran through her mind, as she stared at Yuki. He slightly tills his head, in confusion. She looks to the ground, her hands pressed against the bench seat. She sighed and closed her eyes, and then opened them. To help Yuki-kun, I have to be brave and tell him the truth…Should I? I mean he's just a boy, like any other. But, if he needs someone, then I'll be the one! I would never think of killing myself…She glances at Yuki, and then back at the ground. He has such white skin, like snow; and he's skinner than normal…Yuki…she starts to tear up, softly crying.

Yuki looks at her, confusion in his eyes, as he saw her tear up. Nezu was right…Yuki…he…he…did…try to…commit…suicide. But, why! Everyone has a reason they exist! Why! WHY! She beat into his chest, not realizing how close she was. He was dumbstruck; he never had a girl this close before. And personally, he liked it! He shyly snakes his arms around her; one around her waist, and the other around her shoulders; pulling her closer. She gasps as she felt his warmth around her. She looks up at him, and sees a heavenly smile form on his lips. "Thank you, I was never able to hug someone, until this very moment…" He pulls her even closer, holding her protectively. "Now, why are you crying?" He replied softly, wiping her tears.

"I…I…Nezu, told me…" She looks him in the eye. "What, you almost did…" She looks away, placing a closed hand near her lips. He stares at her in shock. Nezu told her? Oh my god! I hope she doesn't consider me…weird. She was slightly shaking, scared that Yuki would hate her. I can feel his eyes on me…I guess he wanted that buried instead, I resurfaced a bad memory. She looks at Yuki, sympathy written in her hazel eyes. She looks down and then hugs him around the neck. He was confused, why was she still close? Didn't she want to leave? He felt heat rise to his cheeks, as he could feel her chest against his. "You should never think of bad things like that…cause if you're always negative, you'll never be happy…Think, if you weren't here, we wouldn't have ever met…And don't ever change, always be yourself…" She pulls away slowly, looking into his violet eyes. "And I'm sorry…for earlier…I went through something painful, and I didn't want to feel the experience…again…" She looks down, avoiding his eyes. He smiles, and pulls her into an embrace, holding her tight.

People walked by…old couples smiled at the two, girls shot daggers at Leina; boys, wishing they were in Yuki's shoes. The two, paid no mind to everyone else.

Yunkyon-chan: Oh, so cute! They're in their own little world!

Yuki: Did you have sugar?

Yunkyon-chan: No. I always spazz when a fluffy moment is present! And I'm proud to make such a kawaii moment!

Nezu: Yes, good job! 'Pats authoress head'

Yuki: Hey! Why the hell is Nezu here!

Yunkyon-chan: Oh, I just thought it would be more interesting, if I put my own character in the author notes! What, are you…jealous?

Yuki: Me! Heck no! 'Blushes'

Nezu: Oh, you are jealous…the blush proves it all.

Yuki: OKAY! I'm jealous! Can we PLEASE CONTINUE?

Yunkyon-chan: Okay! Continuing!

Leina didn't know why, but feeling Yuki hold her tight; made her tingle all over. He then whispers into her ear. "I'm glad; you told me…I understand how you feel…" They pull away slowly looking at one another. She quickly stands up, pulling a strand of hair behind her ear. Yuki stands up as well, slightly confused. "Leina, what is it?" She looks at him out of the corner of her eye, then turned around; her back to him. She was hiding the blush that rose to her cheeks. She calms down, and then turned around gently grabbing his hand. Then started to head towards a clothes shop. This boy was in real need for a makeover!


"Whoa, you're right! He is quite a catch! He's taken! Aw, man! Cause he's a real looker alright!" Yuki and Leina heard whispers around females, as they walked along. "Maybe not, the two aren't holding hands!" Yuki heard this and immediately takes hold of Leina's hand, causing her to blush. "Yu-" "Shh…just play along. If I came here, alone…I would be surrounded by all these females…plus, I don't mind holding your hand. That's enough to send them packing…" He whispered; she chuckled softly. She then had a better idea. She snakes her hands around his arm, lightly resting her head against his arm. She heard the required noises, and smiled. Yuki blushes, and then smiled, happy to see her adorable smile, once again…

Yunkyon-chan: Aw! So, cute! I'm glad I decided to end the chapter here! Next chapter, Leina and Yuki go clothes shopping! What will he do, when he doesn't have Leina to protect him from the fan girls?

Yuki: Why? Why, do you do this? I'm already confused with Leina's actions, but no! You have to have fan girls, WHY!

Yunkyon-chan: Cause he wished he didn't have the curse, and then wished for no fan club! But, it wouldn't be as funny, without some fan girls!

Nezu: Makes sense…And I like the fact I'm Leina's conscious! Fun for the spirit of the nezumi!

Yuki: Oh, sure…I have the fan girls after me and Leina's out of my reach?

Yunkyon-chan: Yup.

Yuki: I hate you.

Yunkyon-chan: Calm down, Prince. It'll turn around! I just couldn't resist putting in a fan club! Well, I hope everyone enjoyed the chapter, and I bet some are saying, "More, give me more!" This will happen, as soon as I see some reviews! No reviews, no new chapters!

Nezu: Oh, that's good.

Yuki: 'sigh' please review! So this story will come to an end!

All: Bye-bye!