Once I had been given back my knife, which somehow turned into a sword, I and returned to my dorm to think things over. Luckily everyone was in class and no one saw me walking around with a sword. Now I was sitting on my bed with the sword laying on my lap as I stared at it, the stealth to my side. At first I didn't want to believe it was mine, even after Kaien told me it was found next to me. I mean even if it convinced me this was a dream a feeling in my stomach kept telling me, for some weird reason, this was real.
'But if I have the Dragon Blade this can't be real.' I thought as I rubbed my hand against the smooth metal. It felt smooth, cold and real against my fingers.
That gave me an idea. Moving my one finger to the tip of the sword I pushed it against the pointed end. A second later I felt a sharp pain in that finger and I pulled it away from the tip of the sword. The finger was throbbing in pain and it was bleeding. It sure felt real but... well the thought of really being sent to the Vampire Knight world was too good to be true and a little scary even. Hell for all I know I could be killed by a Level-E or turned into a vampire by Shizuka or Rido. Now that my sword was here things were getting creepy scary.
The sword was called the Dragon Blade because the metal made for it was melted by dragon breath. It was a magic sword that could in-light in fire and the handle could come alive on command. Actually it was my dream self, or my alter ego in better words, that put a spell on the sword that allowed it to come alive. My alter ego self also put a spell on the sword so only she could touch it; kind of like how Kisame's sword, from Naruto, only accepted his touch. Whoever touched the handle would be bit by the dragon and the metal blade would burn them.
My instincts kept telling me that I was not dreaming, no matter how much I tried to convince myself. So seeing the Dragon Blade had me in a near panic. If the Dragon Blade was here did that mean other things from my alter ego would show up? While I had always wanted to experience being my alter ego self the thought was both cool yet creepy. I didn't even k stealthnow if my alter ego self would be the girl I created. After all this was the Vampire Knight world, not my alter ego world. For all I know I can be a vampire in this world, which made me shutter in the thought.
'I need to leave. Perhaps if I can make my way back to Canada I will return to the real world.' I thought as I placed the Dragon Blade to my side. My mind made up I stood up from the bed and got to work.
Grabbing my backpack and duffel beg I began to stuff them with as much stuff as I could. I already knew I couldn't take everything with me so I had to bring the things that were most important to me. I packed up half of my clothes, my winter boots, my laptop, my DVDs, half of my books and only a couple of the stuffed animals I couldn't part with. It killed me inside to leave everything else behind but I had to travel lightly. As for my sword, the stealth had a strap that could attach to my waist. Lastly was the issue of my jacket, which had been trashed because it has been destroyed in the attack.
Afterwords all I had to wait for was night time, when all the Day Class girls were back. I wouldn't try running away when someone could easily spot me, that would be stupid. Now that I had paid more attention in the room I spotted there was a clock near the ceiling on the opposite wall of the bed. Day Class wouldn't be over for a couple more hours. For about an hour I tried reading my Naruto manga, the manga I decided to leave behind. However since my interest in Vampire Knight grew my interest in Naruto died. So instead I laid in bed and day dreamed of the Bakers being dragged off to prison.
The thought of the Bakers bagging for forgiveness as the cops dragged them off caused a smile to spreed on my face. I wonder if that would really happen back in Canada. Ben and Cindy go to jail and Robby goes to a foster home. Oh god, it would be exactly what the little brat deserved. He needed some strict rules and tough love. However I can't remember if I ever told my aunt what bastards the Bakers were so it was doubtful. Well maybe if my aunt recorded our phone call she can sue the Child Care Services and found out about the care I was in from there. Oh well, I guess I'll have to wait to be back in Canada to make sure.
I didn't realize much time had past until I heard screams in the distance. Blinking out of my thoughts I looked over to the window, which I had uncovered when I had gotten back to the room, to see the sun had began to set. Realizing the girls were most likely waiting for the Night Class to come out, I got off the bed. Walking over to the window I looked out to see if I could see the Moon Dorms from my window. I could and I couldn't. Besides the walls separating the two dorms there was also a group of trees. Even being on the third floor I couldn't make out much. However, when I turned my attention more to the side I found things were just a little easier to see.
Through the trees I could see dozen of frantic girls and even a few boys. Because the tall trees were in the way I couldn't make out exactly how many student were watching the Night Class. Through the gaps in the trees I could make out about twenty four girls and seven boys. I am sure they were a lot more but I couldn't see because of the trees which to be honest I had forgotten about. It was foolish because I had read volume one a few days ago and I should have remembered the group of trees that separated the two dorms.
Even though I couldn't see very well, I continue to watch until the Day Class began coming back. Nothing interesting seemed to happen, at least nothing I could see. Yuki didn't trip and Kaname didn't help her up. It was still a question of when in the time line I had entered. Well since Maria wasn't here Shizuka mustn't have come yet so at least I knew that much. Not that it mattered, though, if I was going to leave and all. A moment later I could hear voices outside my door gushing about the Night Class and how cute the boys were. I only rolled my eyes and sat on the bed. It was all a matter of time now.
~Time Skip~
I had waited about two hours before leaving the dorm room. I wanted to make sure that everyone was asleep and, if they decided to sneak out, I wouldn't be caught walking with a sword strapped to my side. Oh god, that was something I never thought of; avoiding Yuki and Zero. I have no idea what will happen if I am caught by them. I was planing on just walking to the front gate but that would leave me out in the open. Hmm maybe I could find a different exit through the forest. It was worth a shot and there was far more places to hide.
So, strapping my sword to my side, I left the dorm room as quietly as I could. Thankfully no one as was in the halls and I could even make out the sounds of the girls sleeping. Some girls were snoring rather loudly while others only breathed deeply. I was glad because that was a sign of a deep sleeper, at least I think so. Either way, remembering the route from earlier this morning, I managed to exist the Sun Dorms in five minutes flat. Instead of going through the big gates that block off the Sun Dorms from any vampire that tried to enter.
I suddenly wished I had a map of the school grounds. I remember that there is actually a lake... wait a moment? In the manga the Sun and Moon Dorms are separated by trees but in the anime aren't they separated by a lake and bridges? I can't remember but I still remember there is a pond, unless it is a lead off to the lack, in the forest near the school. It doesn't matter, all that matters is if I can get to the school forest without being spotted by Zero or Yuki. I don't know where the forest in the back of the Sun Dorm leads and I don't want to risk getting lost. Besides I had a feeling that the forest surrounding the school would be a much better place to go.
Thankfully existing the Sun Dorm area was easier than one might think. Yeah we have a wall that separates us from the rest of the school but we have a large side door, or moor of an arch, that was easy to come and leave from (1) It actually seemed pretty stupid to have a large wall surrounding the Sun Dorms but a arch to enter in at the same time. Vampires could come and go as they please as well, unless the arch is charmed to repel vampires from entering. Anyways I managed to make it into the forest without getting caught. I must have gotten lucky Yuki and Zero must have been patrolling else where tonight.
As I walked my tummy grumbled and I patted it. I hadn't eaten anything since the fish the other night. Perhaps my money turned into Japanese money and I could by something uptown. That is if anything was opened this late; which was only ten pm so something had to be open. However, as I continued to walk through the forest I spotted a wild strawberry bush near one tree. Eh, at least it was something to settle my stomach, even if they were the size of finger nails. After eating about ten of them my body tensed as I heard foot steps behind him.
"Hello there, I thought I saw someone ditch into the forest." A familiar male voice said from behind me. Realizing I had be caught red handed outside my body tensed even more as I started swearing at myself mentally
'You fucking idiot! You should have picked the berries you wanted and kept walking.' I insulted myself as I turned around to see who had found me. It was none other than Hanabusa Aido, with a smug smile on his vampire lips.
'Oops, I forgot to look out for him. He does have a habit of leaving class. But... what's his cousin? Akatsuki is always with him.' I thought and watched his smug smile turn into more of a friendly, happy smile.
"Oh, so it's you again, Ashley. I was hoping I'd see you at the gates today, but I guess right now is also fine. It's actually better this way." He said as he walking closer. Despite feeling uneasy I also found myself blushing and shuffling where I stood.
'Wait a moment, he called me by my first name. Shouldn't he call me Parker-San or something like that?' I thought to myself before mentally shaking my head. 'Then again he is a spoiled rich kid. He probably thinks he can get away with anything he wants.'
"I'm sorry, but I can't talk to you right now, there is somewhere I need to go." I apologized as I turned away from him. However, before I could even take two steps, I felt Aido grab my wrist and grip it.
"At this time of night? That's hardly believable. We have all the time in the world to talk, or are you just being mean in avoiding me?' He asked, his voice a childish whine. I turned my attention back to him to see his face was not pouty but a dangerous up to no good look. I have to say, even though the look seemed slightly evilish, it was quiet attractive.
"I'm not being mean and I am not lying. We have nothing to talk about so please just let go of me." I demanded as I attempted to pull my arm out of his grip. However the vampire simply tightened his grip, smirking, as his gaze moved towards my duffel bag.
"Why don't we talk about why you are carrying around a duffel bag and a sword?" he said as he I felt him pull me closer to him. I grunted as I tried to dig my heels into the ground to stop myself from getting any closer; against vampire strength I failed.
"I already said I had somewhere to go. The sword has nothing to do with you. Now let me go!" I demanded as I continued to struggle with his grip on my wrist. It was a waste of time since Aido's grip was very strong but I had to do something to make him let go.
This was starting to get dangerous, very dangerous. I could see it in the vampire's face. I knew Hanabusa Aido had a cold and mean side to him. He wasn't exactly being mean right now, more teasing and playful then anything, but I could still tell something was wrong. He was smiling almost the same way he smiled at Yuki when he and Akatsuki smelt her blood in the first episode. His eyes weren't glowing red but if I had to make a guess, the vampire would try to sneak some of my blood. I'm just glad I didn't cut myself.
"You're being cruel, Ashley. I really just wanted to talk." He told me in a pouty tone, although he never lost that smile on his face. I shivered and I could feel a blush taking over my face as I figured he was trying to seduce me into getting my blood. Honestly, it was only getting me mad.
"Shut up! Just let go of me so I can leave already." I snapped and used my other hand to try to peal away the hand that gripped me. It failed miserably as Aido simply grabbed that hand and gripped it, laughing.
"What's wrong? You're not scared of me, are you?" the vampire asked in a tone that sounded like he was mocking me. I could feel my body start to get hot as I angrier and nervous.
Despite my interest in vampires there was a side of me that always found them creepy. Like any other vampire fan I dreamed of being bitten and having my blood sucked. However now the idea crept me out and I wanted to get away from the vampire before he decide to break the school rules and bite me. That is why I was nervous. I was angry because the jerk was mocking and teasing me. I had been mocked and teased enough by the kids back home so I really wanted to kick the creep where it hurts. Yet my crush on him didn't die and I felt my face redden as I noticed how close I actually was. So close I noticed he was a few inches taller than me.
"Mmm, you have such a nice scent." I suddenly heard him mumble, inhaling deeply before as he pulled his head back so he could look me in the face. "So, are you going to answer me... or will I have to make you tell me?" He asked with another seductive grin. To his comment I felt some of my anger disappear as it was replaced by embarrassment but I just reminded myself he was talking about my blood and I was angry again.
"Aido, Just. Let. Go. Of. Me. Already." I said slowly and lowered my head once I noticed his blue eyes flashing red. There was no way in hell I would actually get caught in his eyes. Perhaps he'd believe I was just trying to control my anger instead of avoiding his gaze.
"And why should I do that? I'm having fun." I was told and I felt a hard tug on my other hand. I could literally feel my blood boil I was so angry and I could no longer control my temper.
Acting as fast as I could, I kicked out at Aido's left leg as hard as I could. While he was distracted with that -looking pretty surprised as well- I gave my arms a hard yank. Thankfully the vampire was distracted by the kick so the grip on my wrists loosened and I managed to pull away easily. The only downside, if you even think of it as a downside, was the duffel bag, which had been resting in my inter elbow, fell to the ground.
"Listen here you spoiled rich boy jerk, when I say let go of me I mean let go of me." I snapped, balling my hand into a fist and waved it at him. Aido, who's eyes returned to blue, didn't even seem to hear my insult as he stared at me with surprise and shock.
Confused to why he was staring at me like that, since I think he'd be angry at my insult, I followed his gaze. Once I did I couldn't help but let out a small scream as I understood why Aido looked the way he did. My hand, the one I had formed into a fist, was on fire. I couldn't believe what I was seeing. The only place I could caught on fire when I was angry, and not burn, was my dream. It was just like my sword.
Suddenly ice began to wrap around my hand, putting out the fire. I knew it was Aido's doing. The ice was cold against my hand but easily put out the fire and I could only watch in amazement. Even though I was ready to make sure the vampire could never have kids I was admittedly having a tiny fan girl moment inside my head. When the fire was all gone, and the ice had disappeared, he grabbed my hand and looked it over. By now his eyes were back to blue and I could see him looking at me hand as if looking for burn marks.
"The Headmaster will need to know about this." Aido mumbled more to himself than he did to me. Before I had much time to react my wrist was once again grabbed and I only had time to grab the handle of the duffel bag before I was pulled towards the school.
(1) If someone can tell me the truth behind this I would love to hear it. I can't remember or find any information about it? Do people normally make their own information when it comes to this?