I looked at her, "What would make you think that?" She twiddled her thumbs, "Well . . .you look a lot alike . . ." I shook my head, "No. I'm not related to him in any way. I'm sure we are nothing alike in species." I smiled warmly. "Being a vampire isn't hereditary."

"Being a shifter is."

"So your parents?"

"Yeah. They are entertainers for some of the most well known Pureblood in the world."

"Do you miss them?" My eyes narrowed in the slightest, "No. I don't." I sensed Zero behind me, and walked faster, "Shouldn't we hurry to class?"

The rest of the day passed by leisurely. I caught Yuki stealing a few sideways glances at me every now and again. I didn't eat lunch, but instead went to the library, finding comfort in the scent of musty books and the serene resonance of turning pages. I flipped through Shakespeare books, knowing most of the Hamlet book by heart. I recited it in my head, keeping an eye on my simple digital watch.

I sighed and placed the book back on its spot on the shelf, knowing there was no point in rereading it. I moved along the isle, running my hand over the superfluity of spines of the substantial books. I needed to find an innovative book, one I haven't read yet. I looked up at the barely-touched books at the apex of the shelf, seeing the thick layer of dust that covered them. That'll work. I looked around for a ladder. Finding none I shifted into a silver sparrow and whizzed up there, knocking a bulky Edgar Allen Poe book to the ground.

I was human before I hit the ground, my wings quickly turning into arms. I picked up the book as the not getting any younger librarian came around the corner, her drawn-on eyebrows furrowing. "Gomen ne, I dropped it." I showed her the book and she walked away, muttering something about clumsy oafs while she walked away. I smirked, what a liar I was. I walked to the counter and checked it out just as the bell rang.

My eyes brightened up as soon as I heard we were going to the stables: I loved animals. The horses collected around the fence that I leaned on, inhaling my scent and rubbing their colossal heads against me. I pet all of them; even the notorious White Lily that was said to hate everyone came to learn about me. I was being stared at but I didn't care: I went on petting the animals until the teacher announced it was time to ride. I had my equipment and mounted White Lily without a second thought, earning surprised looks from everyone. I glared back at them.

"Uh, Akatsuki-san? I don't think it astute to ride White Lily. She infrequently even listens to the most knowledgeable of riders." I glanced at the teacher then back forward, "I'll be fine." I kicked her lightly and she took off in the most grandiose lope I had ever ridden. I leaned my head down as she shot over a jump, landing benevolently on all four hooves and trotting away. Cheers were heard as I trotted her back around to the waiting group, the loudest by the teacher. It doesn't take much to astonish them.

"Remarkable Akatsuki! Great job!" I circled them at a trot and stopped her at before him. "White Lily has warmed up to you so promptly! How do you do it?"

"I just ride. I don't need to do anything." I didn't want to get off yet. I squeezed my legs at her side and she took off again towards the field. I loped and galloped and trotted around barrels, jumps, and around cones. I didn't want to go, and I presume Lily didn't want me to either because she nearly followed me out of the gate as I turned in my helmet to the teacher. His eyes were still gleaming, "I'm really proud of you Akatsuki-san! Have you ever thought of giving lessons?" I pushed Lily back into the gate and pat her neck, "No." I walked away.

I was early for guard duty again. I watched the sun's final rays disappear behind the black-silhouetted trees as I sat in the branch of a tree, wishing for the freedom to chase that sun. I sensed Zero and put my prefect badge on, not wanting to be told to go back to my dorm. I kicked my legs as they dangled over the branch, pretending I didn't know he was there. I watched the skies as a bird flew, landing on the branch next to me. It figures: animals were attracted to me because of my powers. I pet its chest, feeling envious. I wanted to fly free. But I'm too noticeable.

The bird flew away and I watched it despondently. I sighed and jumped off the branch, almost landing on Zero. I looked at him, "What?" He looked me up and down, probably seeing how dangerous I was. I didn't look like much. I relied too much on my powers to win battles. I stood there for a second, and then walked away towards the gate to the Moon Dorm to do the job I came here for.

I got used to the screaming of the girls as the Night Class walked out. I hated Kuran though. He stared at me questionably and the smirked when I bowed. I was required to after all. When patrolling would come around I would take my time at the stables, Lily following and nudging me when I walked near the fence.

It was late, maybe one. I was about to stop patrolling when my instincts told me to stay. Something was going to happen. I knew it. Then Lily neighed and took off away from me. "Lil-" I was thrown over the fence, scraping my arm on a nail. I cursed and stood to see a tall male with dusty blonde hair. I sat up and winced at the gash that was pouring blood. Applying pressure, I slapped my arm over the wound. I held me composure and glared at the man, "Can I help you sir? You seem lost." He was a vampire. His piercing crimson eyes told me so. He grinned evilly.

"You smell delicious." He hopped over the fence and pulled out my Bloody Rose. My arm was numb with pain and my other hand slick was blood. "Stay away from me Level E." He was insane with blood lust, so I knew he wouldn't listen. Couldn't hurt trying right? He stepped closer, "You smells so good. Look at me, I'm drooling!" he wiped his mouth with his sleeve. I took a shaky step back. I was losing too much blood. I could see that as my hand trembled. My vision blurred. He took another step and I fired, missing completely.

"Stupid girl. You're going to die here."