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Chapter 9

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Again with this...ugh...this place is seriously starting to piss me off. I never understood why I always returned to that damned vampire nest whenever I pass out from the rush of memories or whatever it is. I hate this place, no...more like, I resent it. This exact spot was where my family died after all.

"What's the point in being here? Are you guys still haunting me...Akane-chan...Mika-kun?" I questioned silently.

"Think of it as breaking a dam that had sealed up a large quantity of water." Ah, there is also this version of Mika. He always appears, but he rarely speaks to me. Most days we just spent our time in silence until I can leave again. "Your memories have been overflowing and it's difficult for me to prevent you going into a coma with the amount of memories you have. The best solution was to give you a bit on occasion." Mika explained walking towards me.

"Hm..."

I turned my gaze away from him then towards the many screens that were playing memories like they were videos. What I didn't understand was...why were some of these memories with people I don't recognize or with versions of people I know? Mika was quick as always getting rid of screens with people I didn't recognize or events I didn't know about. I needed to look at the memories before Mika could store them away. Even a small glance was enough before Mika began to store those memories elsewhere until they're needed.

"Stop." I grabbed Mika's wrist when he was about to make another screen disappear. This one played an older version of Mika with blue eyes instead of red. What pissed me off was that he was with the bastard who murdered our family. "Explain that one, now." I said staring him in the eyes.

"...Kanon-chan, it's best if you avoid playing with important events." Mika stated letting the screen disappear.

"...You're really Mika-kun, aren't you?" I asked my gaze softening.

"...A deal with the devil is still a deal with the devil. You may have your wish granted, but they can still twist it about if the wish is not specific." Mika said as I released his wrist.

"...I was reincarnated..."

"That's correct."

"It was twice, wasn't it?"

"Once, but you sent your memories back to try to prevent something horrible from happening. However, it seems your original self was stronger than you recalled so those memories ended up trapped here until you woke me up. I'm here to ensure that our plans go according to what we agreed on."

"Mika-kun...you're alive..."

"...Yes, I am."

"B-But I saw you! H-T-Then that means that Yuu-kun and I..." I covered my mouth with my hands, feeling like I was going to throw up. "Oh, god...!"

"Calm down." Mika walked towards me and he grabbed my shoulders. "Kanon-chan, you couldn't prevent that event from happening no matter what. It's an important key to the strategy we devised in the far off future."

"We abandoned you...! You became a vampire...!" I couldn't stop the tears from falling. "It's my fault...! It's my fault that this happened!"

"Kanon-chan! Calm down!" I looked up at Mika and I could see the guilt in his eyes. "You were not at fault. I told Yuu-chan to run away with you! I wanted to protect you, Kanon-chan."

"W-We still abandoned you...! You're with the vampires now and Yuu-kun doesn't even know about it! I-"

"You cannot tell him!" I flinched when Mika's hands began to squeeze my shoulders painfully. "You cannot tell him, Kanon-chan! We agreed, all of us, that certain events must occur and certain information should never be revealed. You agreed to it in the future."

"T-Then there has to be a way to turn you back into a human, there has to be!"

"When one becomes a vampire, there is no going back. You and I both knew this in the future."

"Mika-kun...!"

"Were you always such a crybaby, Kanon-chan?" Mika gave me a small smile. "You're very cute right now."

"Y-You idiot!"

"Kanon-chan, no matter what...I'll protect you so please...don't push me away."

"...Will you tell me what I need to do...when the time comes?"

"I will."

"Idiot." I moved closer to Mika and I dropped my head on his chest. "It's unfair...how you and Yuu-kun are taller than me by so much."

"I told you that you needed to sleep more. You're even smaller and cuter than I remember."

"You're an idiot...We'll meet again, right?"

"We will."

"I'll find you..." I stared blankly at the ceiling. "...I promise..." I whispered hoping he heard me.

"You're awake." I glanced at Mikoto as looked up from his work. "Kanon-chan, I'm getting worried. Whatever is going on is becoming more frequent." Mikoto said with a frown.

"It's fine, leave it be." I sat up and I ran my fingers through my hair. "They won't be happening when I'm out on the battlefield." I said pulling Mikoto's coat off my lap.

"Kanon-chan, you don't know that." Mikoto said standing up.

"They won't happen on the battlefield." I tossed his coat on the back of the couch and I stood up, straightening out my clothing. "I know they won't because he won't risk my life..." I muttered remembering Mika.

"Kanon-chan, I'm serious." Mikoto walked towards me, grabbing my elbow. "I'm going to tell Ichinose-san about this, you need to-"

"I don't need your help, Mikoto-san!" I snatched my arm back from Mikoto. "I know what is causing it, but I can't stop it."

"Then y-"

"Even if it is you..." I stared at Mikoto coldly, my nails digging into the palm of my hands. "I won't forgive you if you tell anyone about this. What is going on will not be a problem on the battlefield."

"...You don't trust me at all, do you?"

"I trust you, Mikoto-san, but I can't afford to be taken away from the battlefield." Not if I want to find Mika. "The one I told you about...do you remember him?"

"The one I remind you about?"

"...I'm going onto the battlefield for him." I'm going to find him, no matter what. "I have to protect Yuu-kun." Until we're reunited. "I can't afford to be separated from Yuu-kun."

"...Alright, I understand. Just be careful. If this happens even once on the battlefield, I'll inform Ichinose-san."

"Got it."

"I told Yuuichirou-kun that you were assisting me with paperwork last night. Your classes will begin soon, you can use my shower."

"I do have an extra uniform here, right?"

"That's right."

"Hm..."

It was a well-known fact that I helped Mikoto with his paperwork, often staying here at night and leaving in the morning. Due to that, Mikoto allows me to leave some of my clothing in his office so I have something to wear the next morning. Mikoto practically lives in his office, that's probably why Guren gave him one with a shower and kitchen. Mikoto is stuck doing a majority of Guren's paperwork, mainly unimportant documents, and works as a mediator between teams when Guren cannot. I helped Mikoto by organizing the documents or deliver paperwork for him, on occasion I had to forge Mikoto's signature when the man desperately needs to sleep.

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"You three are late." I said with my arms crossed over my chest.

"Sorry, Kanon. Did you get enough sleep last night?" Yuu asked as I got a close look at his face.

"I did. Mikoto-san made sure I knew where to go. What happened to your face?" I questioned getting a bit annoyed.

"I ran into a telephone pole." I gave him a blank look. "It's a very menacing one!" Yuu said nervously.

"Why are you here so early, Kanon-san? I thought you would be with Yuu-kun." Yoichi said trying to redirect my attention.

"I assist one of the soldier's here with their paperwork. I was already here." I took the lead. "I know where the classes are being held, but Guren won't be pleased when he finds out that we're all late."

I remained silent as the others talked behind me. I began thinking about what I said to Mikoto. I know he means well, but I can't stop feeling guilty about what I said to him. It was my problems, but he's just trying to help me. The main problem was that I can't just tell him about future Mika or the fact I have memories of the future and that I was reincarnated. He'd either think I'm crazy or he'll have to tell Guren about it. Something like knowing the future can be 'beneficial' to humanity. I can't risk anyone in the Hiiragi family knowing...the only person from that family I can trust would probably be Shinoa.

"I apologize for interrupting." I said sliding the door open.

"You're late." Guren said staring down at me.

"Not by much." I said with a weak smile.

"Hm." Guren turned his attention back to the class. "Listen, everyone. I'm here today as your homeroom teacher because you have three transfer students." Guren said trying to act cool.

"Isn't a homeroom teacher supposed to come to class every day instead of making his secretary handle it?" Shinoa asked cheekily.

"Shut up." I stood between Yoichi and Yuu, staring at the class blankly. "These are your transfer students. Hyakuya Yuuichirou, Hyakuya Kanon, and Saotome Yoichi. To put it simply, an idiot, an overprotective bro-con, and a coward. They'll be your classmates from today on." Guren said only to piss us off.

"Who the hell is an idiot?!" Yuu asked ready to attack him.

"I'm a bro-con, am I?" I smiled at Guren, but there was no warmth in my smile. "Then I should shred your documents the next chance I get." I said clapping my hands together.

"I'm just stating the truth. Also, do you want to cause more trouble for Ryuugamine?" I clicked my tongue at that. "Hurry up and introduce yourselves."

"Why do I need to introduce myself?" Yuu is the same as ever. "We're not here to make friends."

I covered my face with my hand as Yuu only served to embarrass himself, resulting in Guren and I feeling embarrassed for him. This also resulted in an argument between Yuu and Guren, with Guren kicking Yuu. Why must he always cause trouble? I swear, I still have to talk to him about his reckless behavior after I left yesterday. Taking on a demon of all things. I thought pulling Yuu away from Guren.

"Knock it off, both of you!" I shouted my irritation levels spiking.

"Really, this brat...Hurry up and take your seats. Go take a seat..." Guren pointed at a table in front of someone who had their feet up. "Over there." Guren said to Yuu.

"Guren...I get the feeling you did something stupid." I said already feeling a headache coming on.

"What are yo-" Guren stopped talking when Yuu began an argument with the person with his feet up. "Shinoa, until last month, Kimizuki also attended the comprehensive school under your supervision...in order to make friends, didn't he?" Guren asked ignoring me.

"That's correct." Shinoa answered.

"So she also does this kind of work..." I muttered watching the fight play out.

"Kanon, go break those idiots up before I do." Guren said looking annoyed.

"Hai, hai..."

I walked towards the two calmly. While they were both distracted, I grabbed their ears making sure to give it a painful twist. The two quickly detached themselves from the other and they grabbed my wrist trying to get me to release them. I smiled at them innocently, making sure they understood how pissed off I was right now. While I was noticeably shorter than them, that doesn't mean I'm not stronger physically.

"Do I have to treat you two like children?" I tilted my head to the side and I added more pressure. "Perhaps I should put you two in the corner for misbehaving?" I questioned still smiling.

"Oi, Kanon! Let go!" Yuu shouted at me.

"Are you two children, yes or no?" I asked coldly.

"We're not kids!"

"Kanon!"

"Then stop behaving like one." I stopped smiling and I stared at the two blankly. "Picking fights just because you don't like someone isn't very adult-like after all. Are you going to behave or do I have to give you two a painful lesson in disobeying me of all people?"

"I give! Let go already!"

"Are. You. Going. To. Behave?"

"Yes!"

"We'll behave! Let go already!"

"Fine then." I released them and they quickly moved away from me, rubbing at their ears. "Yuu-kun, we're family, but I am not happy at all you know. I heard something very interesting from Mikoto-san this morning so...you'll be punished later today."

"I didn't do anything wrong, Kanon!"

"As for you." I gave the boy fighting with Yuu a dark stare. Despite the fact he tried to act cool like he didn't care, I could tell he was sweating a bit under my gaze. "I really dislike it when someone harms my family due to petty reasons. I'll let it go this time, but you won't be lucky next time you pick a fight."

"Hm."

"Great, now then, sit down and behave. If I catch even a whisper or hint of an argument between you two during class...Well, let's leave the punishment up to your imaginations, understood?"

"I got it, Kanon..."

"Whatever."

"Hm..." The two sat down, but I could tell they were still pissed off at the other. "Guren, where am I sitting?"

"Just find an empty seat. Let's get this lesson started then."

I took a seat near the back and I opened my textbook. I checked on the two problem children on occasion, making sure they were behaving themselves. If I didn't punish them, then Guren would be the one to do so. Really, since when did I become a mother of all things?

Hm...to think they were like this when they first met.

I dropped my pencil out of surprise. W-What was that?

"You dropped your pencil, Hyakuya-san."

"A-Ah, thank you." I took the pencil back from the student next to me. "Sorry for the trouble."

"It's fine."

Are you really surprised that I'm talking to you?

Mika-kun?

It's me.

How...?

I found a way to talk to you outside of your dreams. I won't be able to do it often though.

So...you can see what I see?

When I feel like checking on you or Yuu-chan.

I see...Mika-kun, did you see what happened earlier in the day?

Yeah. So...Ryuugamine Mikoto, is he someone you like?

He's a friend, he helped me out quite a bit.

Is that so?

Mika-kun...can I talk to you later tonight about a few things?

Yeah, I'll be here until I'm no longer needed.

...Thanks.

You don't have to find me...we'll meet eventually. Don't worry so much about finding me.

Still...

Focus on your lessons for now. I have to go back to organizing the memories I gave to you today.

Alright.

There was silence. Mika...he's the same as always. Even though I was older mentally, he still treats me as if I'm younger than him. Even when we were younger, he always looked out for me. He made sure I was taken care of even though I didn't need someone watching over me. I was so close to him to the point I thought of him as family and...as my greatest friend.

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Chapter 9 Ends

So it is revealed how Mika is part of Kanon's subconscious! How Kanon managed to send her memories back will be a big secret until the 'event' occurs. Future Mika will not allow Kanon to mess with key events, but with Kanon's personality...she may or may not do it depending on who is involved. Kanon is the type of person to let certain things go if it's completely and utterly necessary, but if it involves harming those she loves then she will either charge headfirst without listening or she'll end up letting herself get hurt in their place. Well, I have nothing more to add at this point so that's it for today! Until next time my dearies~! Bye-bye~!