Chapter could probably have been longer, I'm trying.
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- " Life doesn't have to be miserable just because you are."
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Out of breath, Yuki reached the edge of the town bordering the academy. It had taken longer than she expected, it was nearly dark.
So close, yet so far away. She could almost feel the warmth from those attending the academy, those she missed so badly.
Walking into the dimly lit streets, she cautiously scanned her surroundings, constantly aware of those around her.
Covering herself as best she could, she proceeded to the outskirts of the town. It was dead quiet, few people wandered the streets at this time of day. Passing by a store front, she glanced inside.
"Zeeeeroo!" She exclaimed as she tugged at his tunic, "Can we just stop here for a minute?" She pointed at the new store that had just opened.
He raised an eye brow at her before sighing in defeat. He knew he didn't actually have a choice.
"Fine" He looked unamused, "But if we get in trouble for being late from the Headmaster it's your fault."
She smiled and pulled him inside the swinging doors.
I dragged him around all over the place didn't I.. She smiled recalling some of the faces he'd make at her. I wonder if he thinks about the old days...
Sighing, she pulled her cloak closer to herself and continued walking.
Best not to think about those things...
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The moon shone brightly tonight, giving a faint light to the darkened world surrounding him. It was the only light in his darkness.. now that she was gone.
Still unable to sleep, Zero walked lazily through the grounds of the academy, trying desperately to clear his head of the thoughts that haunt his everything being. Recalling those memories was becoming harder and harder for him to handle.
His exhaustion was getting unbearable, he was beginning to hallucinate.
Shaking his head, he placed his hands in his pockets and lowered his head.
She's never coming back... he chocked slightly, the vampire blood devoured the Yuki he knew. It killed her... She can never come back...
He fought with himself to stay calm, but his mind was taunting him, teasing him.
Dropping to his knees he shuttered, he could almost hear her voice calling to him... almost see her standing in front of him... reaching out to him... caressing his cheek gently, telling him that everything was going to be okay...
"Yuki.." He gasped before passing out.
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Walking through the familiar forest surrounding the academy, Yuki breathed in deeply and smiled. She could see the outline of the Academy now, the stone structure dimly lit in the moonlight. Home.
She began running towards it, not caring about the bushes scratching and tugging at her. Afraid that if she were to stop, it may disappear in front of her eyes.
In her mad dash for the main doors, she spotted a dark figure standing in the shadows. Stopping to focus on the silhouette in the darkness, she noted the familiarity of its aura.
"Zero...?" Tears formed in her eyes and she began running towards him. Happiness overwhelming her.
As she drew closer, her face fell. His limp body fell to the ground.
"ZERO!" She cried, falling to his side, turning him to face her.
He's unconscious... But appears to be unharmed. She sighed in relief and hugged him close to her chest.
I've missed you so much... She stared down at is face, it was peaceful. Smiling, she took in his scent, not realizing just how much she had missed it.
He stirred slightly, and cringed.
"Yuki.." It was barely a whisper escaping his lips.
She blushed.
He groggily opened his eyes slightly, looking directly at her.
"Zero? Are you alright?" her voice full of worry. Surely he must be dreaming still. Raising his hand shakily to her face, he ran two fingers down her face.
"I.. miss you..." He whispered, barely audible, as his hand dropped back down.
Blushing, Yuki stood up, wrapping her arm around him.
"Can you stand Zero?"
He lightly grunted in response, barely conscious.
Leading the way, Yuki gently guided him towards the Headmasters quarters.
She carefully laid him on the bed. Sitting beside him, she gazed at him.
I thought you had overcome your sleeping problems Zero... She frowned. He stirred once more, groaning. He must have passed out again. Yuki stood up to leave.
"D.. don't leave me.. again..." She turned to look at him, He was still sleeping.. wasn't he?
"Yuki" He groaned once again, in pain this time.
Yuki froze for a moment, hesitating, then sat down beside him once more.
"I won't leave Zero.." She placed her hand on his face, "I promise."
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