Yuuki patrolled back and forth the outside of Sayori's house, her expression twisted with complex emotions. It was sunday, early in the morning. Yuuki had lost count of the days she's spent living in that house, ever since she ran away. Though Sayori said nothing, she realised how agitated her parents was that she was just there. Yuuki sighed, dragging her luggage away with her. It was time she didn't impose on her friend anymore. Afterall, Zero hadn't turned up at all - does it mean he's given up in finding her. Somehow, Yuuki's heart felt heavy and somehow she felt sad.

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Crisis 5

Meets Kaname

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"Why must it have to be now?"

"What do you mean, why does it have to be now?"

"I have important business to attend to-"

"ZERO KIRYUU, listen to me, I am your official guardian. As much as I like Ichiru to take over the company, it's proved to be a difficulty. His health is at stake here, he's your own flesh and blood, your brother. Do you intend to leave his side when he most needs you? Do you remember what happened to Maria? Zero you can't be this heartless towards your own family can you?"

Zero turned to face the big window. He stared down at the spec of people below him, "we had a deal."

"I'm well aware. You wished to find your future bride and you have - it's proven she's forgot and to be frank, she is not of any importance-"

"SHE'S THE MOST IMPORTANT PERSON EVER!" Zero shouted, his paitients thin. "Hanabusa say something."

"What is there to say, Zero - she's left the hotel and would rather be homeless than remain with you. Can't you think more logically."

"But-"

Aidou gave Zero a light slap on the shoulder, "the most important thing is Ichiru now! Yuuki is a strong willed girl - she'll be fine and judging by your personality - you'll find plenty more opportunities to play the hero part."

Zero blushed and quickly controlling his embarrassment, he returned Aidou's light slap. "Fine, I'll go this time round. I hope she stays put with Sayori for the time being."

"Rather than that - Zero, do be prepared for them."

Zero looked at his so called guardian and Aidou, "by them - you mean the Kurans"

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Water splashed onto Yuuki's face, waking her up from her sweet dreams. Startled and annoyed she sat up on the bench and glared around her. "WHO DID THIS? ZERO - IT BETTER NOT BE YO-"

"Who's Zero?"

Yuuki turned to look behind her. She blushed at the sight of a cute looking young guy before her. "Err..."

He smiled pleasantly at her, "I'm sorry, I was the one that got you wet."

"WHA-"

"Please don't be mad, you see this is the public park and since it's going to get dark in a few hours, wouldn't it be good for you to start going home."

Yuuki's sighed, "I don't have a home."

"You don't???" the guy asked puzzled.

Yuuki scooted away from the guy as he took the initiative to sit directly next to her. It was somehow like natural defence, though he was cute, she didn't feel like flirting with him. "It's none of your business."

The guy giggled, "do you treat all guys like that?"

Yuuki didn't answer, but her face was full of disappointment.

"Were you hoping for Zero to come?"

At the sound of his name, Yuuki flushed pink. She stammered as she bounced off the seat, "d-don't go making assumptions of anything y-you..."

The guy stood up and gently swept away the dark brown hair that covered his right eye. "I'm sorry. My name is Kaname Kuran."

"I don't want to know your name."

"But I want to know yours," Kaname said with a smile.

Yuuki stared at him and considered for a moment. "Kiryuu!" she finally replied.

"Huh, Kiryuu???" Kaname asked puzzled.

"Yep, I'm called Kiryuu, any problems with that?"

"No...I guess."

Feeling as though there was nothing more to say, Yuuki made her way towards the park's exit. She didn't get far before she heard Kaname call her.

"Kiryuu, wait up!"

"What is it?" Yuuki asked, annoyed as ever.

"I've a friend whose last name is Kiryuu. He's called Ichiru and he's mentioned to me about a younger sister before, could you be related."

"I don't think I-"

"He owns the large company, the wealthy Kiryuu family," Kaname rambled on, "to be honest, I think there is only one family with the name Kiryuu and-"

"Stop talking nonsense," Yuuki cut in, not wanting to listen to anymore crap, "I've no relation to that..."

"So are you Maria Kurenai then?" Kaname asked.

"Wh-"

Kaname grabbed hold of Yuuki's arm, "Maria Kurenai, That's you isn't it?"