Note to all readers: I know the last chapter was a bit short...so this is why I'm posting two chapters today! Also, I want to thank ALL THE PEOPLE WHO REVIEWED. From a question earlier on, yes, the title will have something to do with the story...soon. I can't tell you the rest, or it'll ruin the plot. ;)

Disclaimer: Gakuen Alice is not mine in any shape or form. Also, Sayako's Alice (Matter) was one I got off of another story. (I hope you don't mind that I use it!)

Another Really Quick Note: . I want to thank everyone who helped me get over my writer's block! Also, I might be using some of your ideas that you guys posted during my writer's block, I don't know because then it'll give the plot away. :X

.: Then Fate Set Us Apart :.

by Reicheru Rii

Chapter Three: Yes, No, Maybe So

Hotaru pondered about what had happened just moments before. Should I? I want her to be happy, don't I? Hotaru closed her eyes and leaned against a pillar as she replayed the scene that had occured with Youichi.

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"What do you want?" Hotaru stared at the boy criticizingly.

"You know what I'm here for."

Hotaru shook her head. "If you're asking for my help, the answer is no."

Youichi glared at the back of Hotaru's head as she turned away.

"You've seen how he looks at her. You've seen how she looks at him. They won't admit it, but you know, don't you? Don't you want her to be happy? Don't you want them to be happy together?"

Hotaru stopped and turned around slowly.

"This isn't just about them, is it? It's about you, too. You want a mother and father. And you've found them."

Youich smiled wikedly. "So you found out. But this isn't just about me. This is also about them. Think about it." And with those words, he left.

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Hotaru blew her bangs as the fluttered in the wind. I want her to be happy. Imai Hotaru wasn't cold-hearted. She was protective about Mikan, and she cared for her. And even though she wanted her to be happy, she didn't want to see her heart crushed, again. She sighed, dusted off her clothes, and walked towards the Elementary Department. It was then when her shoulder collided with a flushed blond carrying a white rabbit. Both heads turned, and they're eyes met for a split second.

"Ruka."

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A/N: How was the chapter? I haven't updated in so long, I felt that I had to make up for it. I don't know if I succeded, for I wrote this chapter in just 15 minutes, plus it was short. If you guys have any complaints thinking that the story was rushed and undetailed, I won't be offended. Just email me or leave a message, and I'll try to fix it ASAP.

AGAIN. I APOLOGIZE FOR THE SHORT-I-NESS OF THIS CHAPTER AND THE CHAPTER BEFORE THIS ONE. I will make it up for all of you readers someday, I promise.