AN: I apologize for the delay. Real life and writers block were giving me trouble, but today, in honor of my birthday, I decided I would put up what I had done so far. I don't think it's fair to keep you guys in suspense for so long. Anyway, enjoy!

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Ch 5 Family Trip pt 1

It was a wonderful day for everyone. Every boy and girl ran out of the school without even sparing their school building a second glance. The snow under their shoes crunched with every step they took. Jun took a deep breath and turned around to find Tomoe running to catch up with him. They smiled at each other knowing that their winter vacation had finally started. They chatted happily about what they would do for their days off. Tomoe was going to go on a trip with her family. Jun was a bit disappointed since he had hoped they would be able to hang out a bit. He hadn't really had a chance to do much with Tomoe since she had club activities and responsibilities as class representative to take care of.

As they exited the station, Jun caught sight of the Rozen's car.

"My rides here. Have a save trip, okay?"

Tomoe smiled at him. For the past week she'd been trying to summon the courage to ask if he wanted to come along on the trip. Her parents had said it was okay. All she needed to do was ask, but every time she tried she failed. This was her last chance!

"Don't worry Jun, I will. Enjoy your vacation as well."

Jun smiled and waved good-bye. Tomoe waved back and watched as he entered the car. Once it was gone she kicked a pile of snow at her feet. Why was she such a coward? She was sure he would have agreed had she asked. Dejectedly, she turned towards the direction of her home and began walking.

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Jun and the Rozen sisters were enjoying one of their many car rides home. Everyone had been getting along well for the last few weeks. Even Suigintou was not as cold as she used to be. That's not to say she was Mother Teresa or anything like that, but it was a major improvement over her normal behavior.

"Jun, our father is taking us skiing for our vacation. Would you like to come as well?" Shinku asked.

Rozen had talked with his daughters about possibly canceling their yearly trip to their lodge since he wasn't sure Jun was ready to go on any sort of trips. However, his daughters had been pretty insistent that Jun had healed more than he thought. Rozen agreed not to cancel the trip and left it up to his daughters to talk to Jun since they seemed to know him a lot more than he did.

Jun, on his part, was surprised to hear they were going somewhere. He hadn't heard anything thus far. Still, it sounded like it would be fun. He hadn't been skiing in a long time and... he knew he needed to get out more. He wasn't going to hide from the world in the Rozen's mansion forever. This was his chance to prove to himself that he could move on. That he was healing.

"I don't mind. When do we leave?"

The sisters all smiled at his response. They had expected him to accept, but even then it was a great relief to hear him say that. Kirakishou was so happy she bounced onto Jun's lap and sat contently as Jun patted her head. A small tick mark appeared on Suiseiseki's forehead. One thing hadn't changed much over the past few months and that was the sisters jealousy towards other girls. In particular Tomoe, but now even Suiseiseki, Souseiseki, Suigintou and Shinku had begun to feel jealous towards their youngest sister. She was the one who always got to spend the most time with Jun and even slept in his room! Not that they wanted to sleep with him, or so they told themselves, but it was a bit frustrating for them when they had their time limited with him.

Shinku had club activities with the Literature club. Suiseiseki was in gardening, Souseiseki had soccer and Suigintou...well they weren't sure what Suigintou did since she refused to tell them what club she was involved in. Point of the matter was, their time was limited. The girls said nothing, however, since they knew that Kirakishou was very much attached to her big brother. Other than their father, Jun was the only other male Kirakishou had grown fond of. Jealously or not, they were not about to ruin something like that for her.

They soon arrived at their home. Everyone piled out talking excitedly about the trip. Jun listened eagerly as they told him about the lodge they would be staying at. Jun was amazed by what Rozen had. You would think he would be use to all the things someone like Rozen could afford, but it's spectacle never got old. Once inside, they all informed Rozen of the news. He smiled in his mysterious and loving way at his daughters excited voices.

"I'm pleased to hear the news. Well then, I suggest you prepare your belongings. We'll set off first thing tomorrow morning."

The kids all took off to their room and with the help of their servants, got things prepared quite hastily. Jun was getting the last of his things ready when he heard a knock. He opened his door to find Shinku and Hollie.

"Hey."

"Hello Jun. I was wondering if I could... borrow something."

Jun knew what she wanted. He nodded and let her enter. Shinku made a be line for the manga. Jun shook his head and smiled slightly at her behavior. He honestly had no clue what she was so embarrassed about. It was normal for her like those sort of things. Especially all the romantic stuff. Lately he had begun buying more series and finishing up the few his sister had left incomplete. Shinku seemed to appreciate the gesture and it made him happy whenever her eyes light up at the sight of a new volume. Shinku quickly picked out the ones she needed and handed them to Hollie. Once finished she thanked Jun and closed the door behind her.

Turning back to his bed, Jun was going to continue his task when he heard the door open. He turned to find Shinku looking at the ground in a shy manner.

"Jun... Do you have anything warm for the snow?"

Jun thought about this for a second. He did have a thick sweater and jacket, but no gloves, hat, or scarf. He never really needed them so he never bothered to get some. He always found his sweater and jackets to be enough.

"Well, I could use a scarf at the least. I don't have much else considering I don't really use them..."

Before he could say anything else, Shinku shoved something into his arms.

"I hope this will help then."

Jun didn't even get a chance to thank her for whatever she had given him since she bolted out of the room. He looked slightly confused at her odd behavior, but shrugged it off. He opened the bag in his arms and found a very soft red knitted scarf. He carefully ran his hand over it.

'Did she make this for me?'

As he continued to marvel at Shinku's possible handiwork, another knock came. Jun set the scarf down on his bed and went to open his door. This time, he was greeted by the twins.

"Can I help you?" Jun asked when they didn't immediately say anything.

The girls looked at each other before they, much like Shinku, shoved packages into his hands. They both took off much in the same fashion as Shinku as well. Jun was now completely confused. What was wrong with these girls? He shook his head and took the packages to his bed. There he opened them and found a pair of hand knitted gloves and a sweater. Jun began to wonder if the reason they were running away was because they were too embarrassed to see his reaction. Then again he didn't see why they should. They had all done a great job of knitting these for him. He was no expert, but he knew a well made piece of clothing when he saw one.

"Oh Jun..."

"Huh?"

He was about to turn around but froze when a pair of arms wrapped themselves around his neck.

"Hmm, I see my sister got here before me." Suigintou said in a mildly disappointed voice. "No matter. My gift is just as good."

She let Jun go and slipped something onto his head. She then leaned over to his ear.

"I hope this keeps you warm. Jun..."

With that she disappeared from Jun's room. Once he heard the door click, Jun let out the breath he was holding. He placed his hand over his heart. He could feel it trying to escape his rib cage. Did Suigintou have to do that? If he didn't know any better, he could swear she was hitting on him. Now that he though about it, he'd also say Shinku, Suiseiseki and Souseiseki were doing the same.

'But that would never happen right? I mean, why would they like me?' Jun thought.

With these confused thoughts, Jun finished packing. This time with no interruptions.

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AN: I know it's short, but like I said, it's incomplete. Next time, Jun and the gang meet some unexpected people at the ski resort.