Warning: There are lots of cursing due to my child's potty mouth so apologises.
Don't Mess with Kuro.
After Mai was ordered to meet with Naru; Who looked angry or miffed about his predicament, Kurobara elected to accompany them, knowing what sort of person he was. He wanted to talk to her brunette friend, and it may mean he was going to scold or lecture her. Something she would not like to happen to her dearest of friends.
They wanted to make sure everything was going fine for her friend…
Kuro decided to move them to a more… Secluded area. Students were naturally curious, so she thought it would be better for them to talk somewhere more private. The plus side was she can be more open with her words. They hated rumors, anything that is said can be used like a weapon against another person — twisting words and manipulating them for their selfish gain.
She stood next to Mai, who seemed nervous, who wouldn't be? He had such a cold demeanor on the outside. It was a commanding presence that both Mai and Kuro could feel. Even though she could feel his strong presence she remained there unafraid, peering her unique eyes on his form.
"Is she one of your classmates?" Kazuya questioned, but to them, it was more like a demand. He acted more like a dictator than a teenage boy. Kuro let out a sigh from her throat, annoyed at the way he spoke to Mai and herself. Shaking her head lightly. Kuro studied them both, keeping her eyes on Mai mainly.
Mai sweat dropped, feeling her raven-haired friends stare on their forms. It was sharp and cold, laced with annoyance.
"Yeah, but… I've never really spoken to her before today. She seems a bit eerie…" She replied with honesty. They didn't like talking badly behind people's backs as it was rude but she could not help but admit it. Kurobara let out another sigh, she knew her friend meant well, but she felt bad for Kuroda.
Their mouth opened, trying to speak, but before she could have said anything, she was interrupted again. Her eyes twitched in irritation, finding utterly rude. Does she have a face that caused everyone to ignore or Interrupt her?
"I wonder if she's really psychic…" Kazuya remarked, his voice growing condescending, Kurobara crossed her arms tightly, annoyance in her expression as her eyes flickered on his form. Grimace on her face, sick of being interrupted. One of her many pet peeves she has about people.
"That's what she says, so maybe she is," Mai said, shrugging. "By the way, um…How is that man from this morning?" She asked, nervously. Guilt in her expression. Finally, it was Kuro's turn to interrupt Naru. "Ah, well… Mai-chan, I would not worry, he is fine nevertheless you did sprain his leg pretty badly."
They watched as Mai looked more guilty than before; her mouth opened up, letting out a small sigh before affectionately ruffling her friend's short brown hair. Softly, being careful not to hurt her, showing her a tender smile. Mai pouted lightly, giving her a little glare. A playful one. Knowing her hair was now messy.
"I didn't mean it though" She spoke out, almost childishly.
Kurobara let out a deep chuckle at that. Finding her reaction to be almost too adorable. She acted more like a kid than a teenager. A fond smile formed onto her lips; mischief glimmered through her iris. "I know you didn't mean it Mai-chan, but it would not have happened if you weren't so… clumsy."
Their mouth twitched, sniggering at her own words as her friend's face turned red. Embarrassment was so very clear in Mai's expression. She screeched at her with her red face, knowing she was, in fact, teasing her. Mai gave a soft whack on her shoulder, making it all the more amusing to her.
Naru was however not so amused, finding there little moment annoying and a waste of time. As Mai's mouth was about to open, he interrupted her. A cough rang out of his throat, it was blatant that he was irritated with them. Both Mai and Kurobara turned their attention to him. His face showing his unimpressed facial expression.
He was not happy. Eyes coldly lingered on both of their forms.
Mai flinch under his gaze meanwhile her raven-haired friend found amusement in his annoyance. She decided to ask him about his connection to the man she had injured prior "So, Shibuya-san… how do you know him?"
Kuro hid a grin, finding Mai's curiosity cute. Naturally, she could not wait to hear Kazuya response to her, knowing how over-reactive her friend could be. Mai's reactions were the best. She found so much entertainment in them.
"Assistant," Naru asserted simply.
Her eyes trained onto Mai's expression, noticing immediately that she doubted Kazuya's words. Confusion and doubt were all she could read off her friend's expression. Her mouth let out a small snigger, lips angling into a smirk." Assistant? You mean, you help him with his work, Shibuya-san?"
Kurobara choked on her saliva, finding Mai's words comical. There was no way he would be an assistant. Couldn't she tell from his presence, it was commanding and dominating. It was apparent, but then again, she has always been more observant. Kuro knew what was coming.
"The opposite." He corrected her, stopping, so he could turn around and face her properly. "I'm the boss, and he's my assistant." Mai just stared at him, astonished.
She let out another chuckle. 'Does he think he's impressive?' she thought quirking her eyebrows up, directing her attention to her friend beside her. Kurobara could not help but start counting. '1... 2...3…'
Mai's mouth gaped like a fish without water; eyes widened in shock. "EHHH!" she screamed out, completely in shock and disbelief. Kurobara's nose wrinkled as she fell apart in laughter. Finding her best friends expression hilarious. She honestly thought she was a fish. "Oh, my goodness… Mai-Chan… you have the best reactions ever." Kuro spoke out between her laughter, wheezing.
Mai's face flushed, looking like a cute strawberry. Glaring playfully at her raven-haired friend, not finding it funny that she was finding her pain and embarrassment as entertainment.
Kazuya seemed to ignore them, finding them both childish. Annoyance flashed in his beautiful blue eyes. "So, now… I have a problem because my assistant is too injured to work. I believe you have an obligation here, Taniyama-san." He declared in a callous tone.
Kurobara ceased her laughing, pausing in what she heard. Her eyes now trained back onto his form, giving him a sharp stare. Irritation flickered onto her face.
"W-Wait a minute! I happen to be a victim, too—!" Mai attempted to protest, but Naru wasn't having it. Kuro's eyes flash with anger, sharply snarling. It sounded like a growl, warning him. She knew what he was doing. He was manipulative, something she hated. She isn't afraid to stand up for her best friend.
"He got hurt… what happened to you?" Naru questioned sardonically. Kuro's gaze never wavered from his form; eyes narrowed glaring right in his eyes. "Shibuya-san…" She growled out, like she was some animal. She took a calm breath noticing Mai's flinch. "Shibuya-san aren't you being a bit… well to put it bluntly. You are acting like a complete dick" her tone coming out coldly.
"Mai unmistakably did not mean to cause any problems for you, and you're assistant, I do see your point as she admittedly played a part in injuring your assistant, that does not mean you can be an utter dick about it. Why do you not just ask politely instead of being demanding like a dictator."
Kurobara mockingly spoke out sharply. Not giving any fucks about her insulting words. While Mai stood there with widened eyes and an open mouth, she was shocked how brave and direct her words were, but then again, her friend always had a way with her words. Mai doesn't like drama or confrontation, but she could not help but feel elated at the fact that Kurobara Akamia just stood up for her.
Once again… she always stood up for her, always being there for her. She was so lucky...
Kazuya jerked his eyes on Kuro's form, glaring sharply. A cold brewing storm in his eyes not pleased by her word choice. His irritation grew worse, seeing as she did not even flinch not once. If Kazuya cold gaze was but a storm? Hers were a blizzard with roaring winds and storms.
"This has nothing to do with you Akamia-san" His sharp tongue came out, with sharp words. He was daring her to not speak to him like that. In a way, he was demanding her to step down, like he was some royal. Kurobara mouth twitched in aggravation and irritation. Shadows cast onto her eyes. Anger evident in every ounce of expression on her face. She won't be ordered like she was some peasant.
Mai as soon as she saw Kurobara's expression shivered and flinch. Knowing that expression all too well, though rare, it was terrifying. It screamed that she was going to murder him. Brutally. "Kuro-san…" she spoke up, trying to hold her back from killing him, but of course, nothing could be done, her raven-haired friend was much stronger and more robust than her.
Straightening her back, hearing a couple of cracks as they marched right up to him with a dark expression on her face: shadowed eyes and an aggressive sharp growl coming out of her throat as it constricted. Her face was obnoxiously in Kazuya's face, leaning up with a thunderous amount of emotion on her face.
Kuro's hand shot up, grabbing his tie roughly. Clenching it in a fist as she dragged his fast to hers. Both her blue and red irius were staring at his dark indigo eyes. Her hand still firmly attached to his tie. "Listen here you egomaniac twat…" She snarled out sharply biting her lip in annoyance. Feeling a sharp pain from the place she had bitten.
"This has everything to do with me" She drew every word out, venomously. "She is my best friend if she's involved then so am i! I have every right to protect her, now get your head out of your ass and fucking ask respectfully for once otherwise I will break all 206 bones in your body"
Mai's jaw gaped out, recoiling at her violent words. She was so very blunt and outspoken, not afraid at all — that and the fact that she is not frightened to physically hurt him. Kazuya eyes twitch as did his eyebrows not like this at all. His mouth opened, but she placed her hand on his trap. Shutting him up.
Her face leaned closer to his, with a dark expression. "Do not even think about it… Remember what I said in the hospital. I don't do threats…" Her tone came out with ferocity and malice.
Kurobara kept her hand on his mouth as was her hand still clutched onto his tie, head leaning back as she turned to the gawking brunette. Head tilted as though her behavior didn't become violent as she smiled so carelessly. Under that though was a twisted underlining. "Ah… Mai-chan." She spoke out. "Sorry you had to see that, I had forgotten that you were here, but never mind that, Shibuya-san and I had a pleasant chat. He was wondering if you could help with his work. He would really appreciate it "
Mai sweat dropped at her friends behavior as she watched her as she let go off his tie. She nodded gradually still not understanding what she had just witnessed, still baffled. "So, what is your work?" Mai asked, praying it wasn't dangerous. Her voice coming out slightly shaky. That was when Kuro's hands moved away letting the man speak.
Kazuya shot a furious glare at them as she walked back to where Mai was, calmly walking as though nothing had happened. She patted her head softly, giving her some needed affection for her friend.
"Ghost Hunting" he announced this, coming out in English. Mai looked perplexed at his answer not understanding a single word he has just said to her. "Huh?" she said dumbly. Her raven-haired friend sniggered at her. Kurobara found her face hilarious.
"The direct translation would be 'ghost exterminator', I suppose. I'm from the Shibuya Psychic Research Centre, which was hired by the principal to examine the old school building." Still looking puzzled "What's a 'saikiku risachi' Centre?" They asked. Kurobara recoiled and coughed at her bad pronunciation.
Kazuya looked at Mai with disbelief, then his expression became ticked off, having to explain something so simple. Her poor English skills sounded offensive to him. It was like she just cursed in front of him. "Aren't you taking English classes? Your intonation is terrible," he remarked with an impassive
"Shibuya-san is correct… Seriously Mai-chan… wait… did you just call My best friend dumb? Only I can do that!" She announced, pouting lightly.
Mai looked at her friend in disbelief at her behavior, sweat dropping. Sighing out at the insult fourtantly, Kuro decided to be helpful and spoke up, "It's Psychic Research Mai-chan." Precisely pronouncing it without any struggle. Naru was startled at her, not hearing any accent in her voice.
"'Psychic' as in 'shinrei' (spiritual). 'Research' as in 'chousa' (investigation). In other words, it's a spiritual phenomenon investigative bureau." She continued explaining it, moving her hands slightly as she spoke. Mai beamed at her friend; she always could rely on her friend to explain things to her that she could not understand.
The perks of having an Intelligent friend
Naru then wandered to the end of the hall and whirls around and says " I am the Manager" Kurobara rolled her eyes so hard that it hurt. He was so arrogant, giggling at how ridiculous he was, eyes turning to her friend besides her "So… It looks like you are stuck with an overconfident egoist twat"
Mai slipped a sigh out, trying to keep her mouth from smiling at her little comment. "Eh... yeah" Kurobara sniggered softly in her hand "Well… Welcome to the club Mai-chan" patting her back mockingly.
Absently she began to speak "Man I could really use a nice cup of tea… maybe some earl grey tea" Her mouth muttered, grumbling as her friend looked at her with amusement.
'Kuro-san never changes'
(Time Skip)
The sky rose to set, with an orange-tinged atmosphere with fluffy clouds covering it. Kurobara's eyes and head were tilted to the sky, finding it stunning. It was so peaceful and colorful. She was standing outside beside her friend, waiting for Kazuya to set up some stuff. Mai shivered as she spoke up, "Hey, Shibuya-san is the old school building is why you transferred here.
Kuro gave a look of confusion. 'What is she talking about' she thought. "Transferred?" She questioned. That's when Naru paused in what he was doing "Why would I transfer here to do research?" He asked, furrowing his brow slightly.
Mai opened her mouth, but Kurobara interrupted her "Mai-chan whatever he had told you he, clearly lied for information." She affirmed, scoffing lightly as her friend grumbled, not liking the fact that he lied to her; she was about to open her mouth, probably to shout at him, but Kuro shook her head, telling her it was a waste of breath.
That is when Kazuya clutched his file, and what surprised Kuro and Mai was that they were all in English. Mai was even more shocked at his perfect grammar. Kurobara's eyes narrowed and scrutinized his writing. 'Well, this certainly validates it… he's either English or American.'
Her brunette friend turned to her, noticing her posture shifted, slightly tense. "Umm… Kuro-san, are you alright? Is something wrong?" She questioned, which brought them out of her trance. "Ah no, I am fine, I was just reflecting," They told her with a hollow tone.
"Until eighteen years ago, when the old building was still being used as part of the main campus… one to two people died every year." Naru began revealing he then continues more "It is also true that the roof fell in during the demolition of the west wing. Yet… there is no evidence that any demolition workers ever died. And it's true that five people were injured, but that accident was caused by human error, not spirits."
Mai looked astounded at the information, stammering. Kurobara bounced her head, glancing at him with agreement "I completely agree, I do not believe that ghosts are the cause here" She commented dryly. Mai took this as though she didn't believe in ghosts, she was about to ask, but Kazuya spoke.
"Demolition was completed as planned. They demolished one-third of the building, and that was all." Naru continued. "Since then… and this was six years ago… the body of a dead child was discovered in the old building. She was a seven-year-old who lived in the neighborhood. She had been kidnapped and held for ransom. The criminal was caught and arrested one month after her body was found. And it's also true that there was a teacher who committed suicide, but… he suffered from neurosis. They found the suicide note he had left behind."
Once again, Kuro nodded, showing she was listening. Her eyes were narrowed at him. She was humming to herself, a habit she had acquired a long time ago. Her brunette friend looked impressed, looking at him in awe. " Impressive! Very good research." She complemented.
Kurobara let out a rough sigh, knowing what Kazuya was about to do. Shaking her head at Mai. "This is nothing. Don't underestimate my investigative skills." Naru bluntly remarked. They could not help but let out a snigger. Her friend's expression of disbelief and annoyance was amusing.
"Ignore him, Mai-Chan… he's just full of himself, thinking he is on a pedestal, "She remarked, with annoyance. Giving him a small glare while leaning down to Mai's ear, "Don't worry, I will knock him down off that pedestal" Saying it loud enough for Kazuya to hear as she smirked.
Naru gave her a glare, eye twitching. Pinching the bridge of his nose in annoyance at Kurobara's behavior to him.
(Later)
Kurobara and Mai glanced at the large boom mics that were before them. Mai looked on in awe, "What do you use these mikes for?" asked while Kuro, carefully grabbed one and lifted it under her arm. Following Kazuya with a small grin.
"I suppose microphones are generally used to collect sound." Naru deadpanned, speaking as though it was obvious. Kuro felt her body convulse as sparks of laughter came out of her mouth, biting her lip trying to stop them. Although it didn't matter anymore since Mai could plainly hear them, giving her a glare.
"Hey, aren't you supposed to defend me!" Mai almost yelled, pointing her finger at her childishly. Having a massive pout on her face but Kurobara just sniggered at her pain, having an amused smile on her face. Rolling her eyes as she turned to see Kazuya's expression. He had an obnoxious smirk, indigo eyes trailing on her form. For some reason, that expression caused her heartbeat to accelerate.
'That's weird…' Kurobara thought with a frown.
"That's not what I meant… I know that much!" Mai retorted, blushing furiously.
"Sure you do!" mockingly spoken by her raven-haired friend, who had a teasing smile, eyes flickering on hers. Twinkling with mischief as she chuckled deeply. Kazuya gave Kuro an amused smirk. Causing her to roll her eyes.
Straightening herself, eyes peering on Mai's eyes, "it's dangerous here, so Shibuya-san here is accumulating information about the school building as its key" She explained merely to her. Mai gave her a soft smile as a thank you for clarifying.
"Akamia-san is right, nevertheless. You forgot to add that it's greater to collect information outside; that's why we use these Mics to assemble data from outside." Kazuya continued, adding more to her previous explanation.
Kurobara let out a sigh, slightly sneering. Admittedly she forgot to add that but still… she was human. He was pestering her, and it was pissing her off. "So… you aren't scared of being in a haunted building?" Mai questioned both of them, glancing between them too. Kuro blinked at that question, tilting her head.
Naru remarks " Not particularly."
Kurobara spoke up, "Eh? No, why would I be scared, I'm not a fucking scaredy-cat Mai-chan" her tone coming out slightly aggressive. Mai giggled at her words, shaking her head, "I think you would frighten them off Kuro-san" At this, they snigger, finding it somewhat accurate. "Damn straight… no one messes with me whether it's dead or alive."
Mai beamed at her friend, feeling relief that she was going to be with her, protecting her if something may come to pass. "Hey, Shibuya-san, why are you doing this at your age isn't this dangerous?" They bluntly asked, snapping Mai's attention to the dark-haired male. Wondering what his answer may be.
"Because they need me," Naru replied without the slightest bit of hesitation. Kurobara scoffed at this, finding him pompous. Rolling her eyes at his comment, letting out another sigh 'He is unquestionably a narcissist'
"B–But there must have been some cases you couldn't solve?" Mai said apprehensively anticipating his response, stuttering at his words.
While she ignores them, thinking about having a cup of fresh tea. Mumbling about tea "Man, I could use some tea as of right now," Making her friend sweatdropped at her behavior once again. 'She is such a tea addict.'
"Never. After all, I'm good at what I do." he distinctly
"~Ahh… How impressive!" Mai said a bit sneeringly, though the effect was overthrown since her nervousness made her voice sound weird. "You're handsome, and on top of that, you're capable of getting a difficult job done." Kuro cocked her eyebrow at her words, does she find him handsome?
"You think… I'm handsome?" Naru inquired, adapting to look at her. Kuro turns to Mai, wondering what she was going to say next "Yeah, I guess… Everyone else seems to think so." Mai said, thornily, sweat-dropping as a vein throbbed on her forehead.
"I see… at least you have an immeasurable taste." Naru stated calmly before twisting away and getting back to work.
This only causes Mai to groan audibly clearly sick of his attitude and it didn't help that her best friend was laughing at her pain finding it entertaining.
'Of course, his looks and title are impressive, but the most stunning thing is… his narcissistic behavior!' She conceived grudgingly. They turned to Kurobara who was still laughing at roared "Why are you just laughing? it's not funny "
Kurobara gave her a dry smile, twitching as she thought about the conversation she heard, bursting into even more laughter when she looked at her face. "It's just… It's just so entertaining watching the both of you!" Mai screeched, flushing. Glaring at her with annoyance.
(Timeskip)
Mai started to moan, tiredly, she was already aching all over. " Can I go now? I helped you" She asked, complaining. Kurobara gave a small smile, placing her hand on her friends shoulder caressing it sympathetically. Trying to soothe the ache.
Naru was currently unhitching the van Mai gasps but when she glances up, she sees tons of equipment. Ignoring Her cries.
Mai mouth was cracked open like a shark ready to attack only for Naru, to open his mouth "Let's carry them out." Naru said abruptly. Mai only screeched "you expect to bring all of these in"
"We're going to need everything." He asserted naturally.
Kurobara couldn't help but just laugh at Mai's expression, it was so comical. Mai ignoring her friend, began to glare openly at Naru with clear annoyance. "Do you really know how to use all of this stuff, Shibuya-san?" Mai asked calmly only for him to ridicule her.
"I'm intelligent, unlike you." Naru responded bluntly as he rolled up his sleeves
Kuro laughed harder at that but in the midst of her laughter. Chocking on her saliva, she spoke up "Hey… only I can call her stupid," Mai playfully glared at her friend before sighing. Grabbing onto the dismembered shelf and chuckles to herself.
"Eh? Are we going inside?" Mai asked tensely.
The raven-haired teenager tried not to groan at her dumb question. Kurobara sighed, shaking her head in amusement. "Of course." Naru declared very matter-of-factly. "Don't worry; I won't make you go in by yourself. Just stay close to Akamia-san"
Rolling her eyes at this, they began to pat Mai's head. "Don't worry, Mai-chan, I will guard you" The brunette smiled, beaming at her sighing relief that she had her here for support. At least she had someone here to help her and keep her safe.
The floorboards squeak at each step Kuro and Mai, take. Mai quivered clearly scared of this place. Kurobara watched her, with worry on her expression. "Hey, Mai-Chan…" She started, voice coming out soft "I am right here; nothing is going to cause you any harm while I am here, Okay?"
Mai nodded at her, giving her a small thank you. "Say, Shibuya-san… can we use a room on the first floor? I don't trust the architectural integrity of this building enough to spend too much time on the secondary floor…" Kurobara asked, worried that Mai would get hurt as she was equally worried about Naru.
"Very well. Let's use this room." Naru said, sliding open a nearby classroom's door. Mai glimpsed around apprehensively as she trailed them inside. It appeared Naru had chosen reasonably because this room was still moderately unimpaired and there still some decently stationary tables left in it as well.
Author Note
Hello, everyone chapter 7 is going to be up soon, for now, I want to give a couple of warnings... My character can swear so there will be some profanity in this chapter sorry about my child XD
Thank you for reading my story it means alot.
Chapter Remade on: 2nd January 2020
Words: 4339 words
Updated Author Note
Little Sunflower Is here with a new update, This chapter has now been remade and changed, It took two days so woo! It's finally done. Hope this chapter is easier to read and a lot better previously.
This used to be a 2690 word chapter, as you can tell it is now a 4000+ word. You can tell why it took so long.
I can't believe it is 2020 now, Thank you to you all for reading my story!
