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Lecherous Laito

"Lust is a thing of the blood. Doesn't need head or heart." – Karen Marie Moning

Going to school gives me hope, aside from being with my father. I always look forward to it since it's the only time I'm staying away from the Sakamaki brothers. I'm not sure about the others, but I'm certain that Reiji never skips class while Ayato on the other hand never goes to any of his classes. It's not that I care anyways. I'm also busy doing things too.

I enjoy going to classes because there is always something new to learn. I like all of my subjects, but my favorite is Home Economics. I'm the type of person who learns things through experience rather than listening, so it is the best subject for me. Besides, I always love to have good food. I don't mind Chemistry too, but unlike Home Economics, the experiments in it often turn out to be dangerous if not disastrous. I take art classes too. I love everything about it except the sculptures.

I also joined the swimming club recently. I love the feeling that swimming brings to me. I remember my teammates in my former school. They are competitive, sure, but are good sports too, unlike my teammates here. They hate it when they lose.

I can't blame them though. This school is one of the most advanced in the country. Being an elite school, the students always want to be perfect and on the top. That's why they can be ruthless sometimes.

Despite that, I started to be fond of this school even for a short time. I may have explored it to escape at first, but it grew on me. Aside from the fact that it has state-of-the-art technology, it was made of the finest materials its builders would ever ask for, like oak and mahogany as examples. I was impressed that its secret passages looked like it was built just a year ago. The instructors here were by no means mediocre. I wonder if they are also vampires. Are these vampires the reason for the greatness of this school? I don't mind it, though. I hate to admit it but I'm kind of grateful for the Sakamakis that I get to study here.

My classes ended fast. How time flies when you do what you love! I went to the cafeteria to get some milk. I forgot to mention it, but I love the cafeteria like I love the library. It looked like a fancy restaurant, and there are many options to choose from.

I saw Kanato in the hallways, looking weird as usual. What's different was that he had an antique telephone beside him. Why did he bring that thing with him? I remembered my encounter with another antique telephone in the Sakamakis' mansion. It was one of the things I saw when I tried to escape from them the first time I met them. Since then, I was always hesitant to use any telephone I see. Who knows what would any of them do when they see me holding it? They might cut its cord, or worse, they will break it at my expense, just like what Subaru did. I don't want that in my conscience. Besides, I have more important problems to deal with.

He was staring at me which gave me the creeps. I ignored him, but he suddenly spoke to me. It got me curious so I looked at him, but I forgot what he just said. I was preoccupied with his looks. He is the smallest among the brothers. Still, he's taller than I am. He has purple hair, kind and purple eyes even though it is sunken and small, and an oval face. He is pretty.

"Did you hear me?" he shouted. His beautiful face became distorted. What was he so angry about?

"My apologies, can you repeat what you just said?" I asked. He laughed at me.

"You can't help but stare at my lovely face, can you?"

"That's so modest of you! Do you need anything? Anything I can do for you?" I offered. What did I expect? Did I just think that he'd be different from his brothers?

"It should be obvious. I wanted you to figure that out on your own." As far as I know, I wasn't his assistant. How can this psychotic weirdo be so entitled? I looked around and found a vending machine. I decided to give him coffee. I also took sachets of creamer and sugar should he want to adjust its taste to his preference.

"Here you go!" I said and gave it to him. To my surprise, he slapped my hand away. The coffee spilled in my hands. It was so hot I felt I had a first-degree burn.

"Don't you know that I prefer things that are sweet? I hate things that have a bitter aftertaste so I hate coffee. Why is that so hard for you to understand?"

"That's why I brought creamer and sugar in case you..."

"Don't think you can talk back to me like that! You're only a worthless mortal so you have no right!"

"It's just coffee! You don't have to waste it like that!" I shot back despite him telling me not to do so.

"Were you not taught to apologize?"

"I have nothing to apologize for! But alright, do you want anything else?"

"No thank you. I don't want it anymore. Did the hot coffee splash on your fingers when it fell to the ground? I hope that it didn't burn your flesh. You poor thing!" He raised my fingers to his face and licked it. I jerked my hand away.

"What's wrong with you?"

"Hey! Sometimes I wonder if you hate me and Teddy. Tell me, do you? Why aren't you interested in learning more about us?"

"Yes, I do! I hate you, I hate Teddy, and I hate all of your brothers! So why would I be interested in learning more about you? You always treat me like I'm nothing anyway!"

"Is that so? Even if that's the case, I would appreciate it if you would make the effort to understand me!" he declared as he walked away. I went for my bag as I decided to go. What's strange is that it wasn't there where I left it. I asked him if he had seen it. He told me he put it on the roof to punish me. Oh please, I should be the one punishing him. I had no choice, so I went there for it.

That was the first time I'd gone to the rooftop. The moon shone brightly, calming my nerves down. I looked down and saw the busy cars going back and forth. I saw lights turned off in the buildings. I guess it's time for people to go home and rest, or have fun with their friends. I saw trees as their leaves were gently blown by the wind. It left me feeling nostalgic for some reason. I decided it would be my other favorite place to hang out.

I found my bag and dusted it off. I was about to leave when I heard someone talking. His voice was melodious. It sounded like he was wooing someone. The voice was familiar. It was one of the Sakamakis', I'm sure of it. I hate to admit it but I find it hard not to be entranced by their voice. Maybe it's a vampire thing.

I found Laito speaking to no one. Why would he do that? Was he as deranged as his twin brother Kanato? It may be because they share the same blood. But what if he's just rehearsing lines for a play? If there was, I'm sure there would be auditions for its casts. There would also be promotional posters for it. I decided to check the halls before going.

He patted my shoulder as I was leaving. I wondered what he needs from me. "If it isn't little bitch! Don't you know eavesdropping is impolite?" he challenged.

"How would you call it eavesdropping when you're speaking to no one?"

"But I think you did overhear something. You did, didn't you?"

"I did. What title was that? I'm not familiar with those lines."

"Do you think I took those lines from someone else? Little bitch, I don't copy from some pesky mortals. I'm original."

"I see. I guess I got to go then."

"You're not going anywhere, little bitch. I think you need to be punished," he said as he started to choke me.

"Let go!" I pleaded. He pushed me against the rooftop door asking me where I would like it. I wondered what he was talking about. Then I felt one of his legs between mine. I struggled but it was in vain. He further asked where my sensitive part was. I later realized that he suggested he would bite me there because according to him, vampires thirst more during a full moon. I looked at his face and the moon seemed to be right beside him. I knew I might die but all I can think was he would be a good subject if I were an artist and decided to draw him. I don't think Kanato is the only weirdo here.

I felt him licking my neck. He bit me afterward. I wished he would drain me but he suddenly stopped. He seemed confused. I took the chance, pushed him hard, and ran until I was outside the school. I got scared at first because I thought the Sakamakis would be somewhere going to catch me. I haven't seen them, so I slowed my pace down. I walked on the pavement wondering where I'll go. I thought of going home so I looked for a subway. I found a payphone as I walked. The phone suddenly rang but I didn't mind it. I found another one again and its phone rang too. It was abnormally loud. The first one I found was not far from it. There were young boys who heard the phone ring too. They ran away in fright. I had my suspicions but still went inside the payphone and answered it.

"So did you enjoy your momentary breath of freedom, foolish, little bitch?" Laito asked at the other end of the line. I ran away not because of fright but of rage. I'm sick and tired of this! I hate my life! Dear Lord, when will it stop?

I bumped into someone. I stepped away from him but he grabbed me. I looked up and there stood Laito. I pleaded for him to let go of me but he refused. I expected him to be forceful but he saw something on TV. It aired a talk show featuring Tougo Sakamaki, a famous politician. I heard him saying he was their father and he hates him. I noticed his grip loosened so I took the opportunity to run away. Then everything went black.

I found myself lying in my bedroom. I remembered arguing with Laito. I had the chance to escape but when I did, I saw someone coming toward us. I don't know where but I thought I'd seen her somewhere. She has long, purple hair and wore a long, black dress. From my judgment, I thought she was in her late thirties. She was the last person I saw before something felt heavy on my chest.

I wandered around the mansion to find that it was empty. I found the main door unlocked and went out. I never thought I'd love the night – or morning. If I was the person from before I got here, I'd be scared. Who knows what lurks around in the dark? It's either the criminals or supernaturals. I'd never thought they exist. I bet Stacey Miller would be happy to find out she was right on writing Moonlight. Are there vegan vampires too? If there are, where are they?

I heard the cars honking and saw the colorful lights on the street. There were also boutiques. I stopped to check the dresses on the display. I found a church as I walked further. I can't help but cry while I was standing outside. I thought I must not enter because I'm so filthy, but I can't stop my feet. I walked to the altar and knelt to pray so fervently I knew that its stained-glass walls heard me. I missed doing it. I had no time to do so since I live with monsters – no pun intended.

Speaking of monsters, I found Laito at the church with me. I wondered if he dared to enter a church so he could pester me. What a jerk!

"Good morning, little bitch!" he bade.

"I wonder what's good in the morning! Would you know?"

"I am! What else would it be?" He walked toward me.

"Stop right there! You don't need to grab me or anything. I'll go with you!"

"We don't need to go anywhere. We can stay here as long as you like." He hugged me tightly. He started kissing me but I pushed him away.

"Can't you see I'm still busy here? I said I'll go with you. Just wait outside until I'm done," I pleaded. He suddenly laughed.

"You shouldn't even waste your breath trying to pray. God isn't listening because he doesn't exist. He's just a bit of nonsense created by mortals."

"That was out of line! You could mock me the way you want but don't you dare laugh about my God! Besides, I don't care about what you think!"

"Look at that! You're so naïve! You're so innocent, but I find that appealing, little bitch! If you want to accomplish anything, you're going to need to do more than just pray for it!" he advised. He grabbed me by the shoulders and laid me down on the altar. I felt the roses' thorns piercing through my uniform. It didn't bother me. I was more concerned about him taking my clothes off.

"Please Laito, stop! I promise I'll go with you – just don't do this here at church!"

"Do I hear it right? Do you want me to do this to you all along, little bitch?"

"Don't twist my words, big jerk! I know you want to do this to me all along!"

"You're so feisty! Why would I leave now when I'm so aroused? Go ahead. Get even angrier at me if you like. Call me names if that makes you feel better. But remember no matter how hard you try to fight it, you will never be a match for me – for I'm not a human. I can and will force you to submit, and you will be at my mercy. You will let me explore all of the places you've been too embarrassed to show anyone before and in the end, you will belong to me alone."

"Stop, please!"

"You know you can't resist me, right? I'm going to let you in on a little secret. You, little bitch, were offered to us as a sacrifice by the very church you put so much faith in."

"You're lying!"

"Am I? Well then ask yourself. Who delivered you to us? Oh! I love the look of despair in your eyes, little bitch! Now let's get back to enjoying ourselves, shall we? Prepare yourself to follow me on the path down to hell." Tears rolled down my eyes. I can't take that someone forced himself on me at the church. I looked at the stained-glass ceiling and felt filthier than ever. I closed my eyes and hoped that God will forgive me.