Part II of my two shot...or one-shot or whatever you classify this story. Disclamer: Again, Hunter X Hunter does not belong to me, if it did, I would...ANYWAY, it belongs to Yoshiro Togashi! Enjoy the story and don't forget to Review and/or PM me!

Fire…the house was enveloped with fire. It was scorching yet she never felt it. Why is that? It was freezing cold outside. The moon was nowhere in site and the thunder was rolling nonstop. It scared her. But she couldn't feel fear. Not now…not right now. Her body was numb. She couldn't feel anything. Eyes blinking…she sees something…what is it? Where were her parents? Could they be inside that burning house? What about her memories? Where were they? What happened to them? Who was that? Trying to focus her droopy eyes…she saw something…it was silver. Then looking down…there was a heap…covered with black butterflies…

Leiko woke up with a start, panting and drenched with sweat. Was that a dream? She clutched her chest and tried to steady her breathing. It was…no need to be scared…"Glad you're finally awake Leiko," again, her breath hitched up as she was startled at the sudden voice of Illumi. Her head pivoted to his direction, father too fast that it hurt; she didn't show it. "I-Illumi-sama," she bowed slightly making her notice her clothes. She looked back at him. "What happened?"

"You were found lying on the abandoned lot under the storm. What were you doing there? Tell me, did someone hurt you? Did someone try to force-" he was stopped by Leiko's gentle finger on his lips.

"Slow down Illumi-sama," she remembered that she tried to use a shortcut but ended up having a huge headache.

"Start explaining then," he removed her hand from his face; it was quite embarrassing for him but he didn't let her see.
"Well…it was weird, I saw this… burnt house and then…I started having weird delusions. Then again, that might be because of the headaches...-"

"…headaches?"

"Yes. The headaches were coming back." she twisted the sheets under her hands. "Was that the cause of your loosing of consciousness?" Illumi eyed her. "M-Maybe…I'm not sure-" but before she could complete her sentence, thunder suddenly boomed from the sky. Her instincts kicked in and she grasped the nearest strong thing around her…which in this case, was Illumi. She yelped and hid her face in his chest; her fear of thunder never subsiding despite her fearsome training amongst the assassin family. Her shaking was stopped by Illumi's hand coming up to gently pat her back. "Calm down Leiko, I-" they were interrupted suddenly but the bursting open of the door. Leiko turned and saw Killua's panting form. Did he run? If you look closer, Killua's expression was that of hurt and jealousy. But seeing as he was a person that can't be affected by anything, he didn't show it. Instead of telling her how he really felt…he said:

"Oh good…the stupid girl's awake... don't cause so much trouble Leiko…" he leaned casually against the door. Behind him, Kurapica and Leorio shook their heads in disappointment. Leiko winced. "I'm sorry for causing you troubles Killua-sama," she failed to notice that she was still in Illumi's arms. Unknown to her, this was bothering Killua greatly. But what can he do? It was his entire fault that she's starting to get 'troubled' yet again…

"Leiko," Illumi's voice was stern. "You should stop calling him 'Killua-sama' for good."

"B-But that's…"

"You are in no place to call him that anymore."

Kurapica, Leorio and Gon peeped their heads inside the door to listen; Killua's attention was on his brother. What's he doing?

Illumi held her hands and stared deep in her eyes. "Remember my meeting with father this morning?" Leiko nodded. Killua's heart was being squeezed. "Well, father decided that I am to be married next week."

Leiko's eyes went wide. "To whom?" she was excited for him.

Killua was holding his breath, this was too nerve wrecking for him! With a fluid voice, Illumi answered, "You."

Killua slammed the door open. Silva's office was now filled by the deadly aura of the boy. "What brings you here son?" Silva, of course, knew what was going on. He must've heard already.

"Why did you do this?!" Killua slammed his hands on his father's table, his eyes filled with unrelenting anger. "Why did I do what?" Silva said coolly. "You know what I mean! Why are you making them marry!?"

Silva reclined himself comfortably on his chair, secretly admiring his son's emotional outburst. "Why do you ask son? It doesn't have anything to do with you, doesn't it? You were the first one to announce your marriage in the first place." Silva eyed his son's face. Killua's face flushed red with anger as he clenched his fists. He quickly turned away and punched the door open, off its hinges. He walked out; breaking everything he touched along the way.

Oh my…what a temper…Silva had an amused smirk.

Leiko looked out from her bedroom window. The storm has passed and the moon was slowly showing itself. How ironic…she thought. Here I was, still having hope of getting Killua back…only to find that I'm going to get married…What Illumi said earlier was the truth. She didn't see any lies in his eyes. It shocked her to the bone when he said that…yet…the only thing she felt was disappointment. Not towards him, but towards Killua's reaction. She was secretly hoping that he'd have a very interesting reaction but all he did was smirk. He said, "Well then…I see that the intruder would finally be a Zaoldyeck." He turned around and started to leave the room. "Congrats Leiko!" there was amusement in his voice which penetrated through her poker face.

Leiko sighed and changed into a semi-formal dress. Tonight, Uncle announced that everyone will eat together and talk about the wedding arrangements. She didn't like it…not the single bit. But she wasn't in any position to go against Uncle's decisions. Slipping into a blood red dress, Leiko noted her expression. She needs to look 'happy'. She pinned her hair in a messy bun and stepped into a pair of red flats. She sighed again. I don't want to get married to him…She stared at the moon. It was slowly being consumed by the previous rain clouds. Her hope was diminishing as well…like the light of the moon.

Illumi knocked on her door. "Ready Leiko?" He looked at her form and looked away. Leiko cocked her head in wonder but let it go. Illumi looked over her shoulder at the clock, "Oh my…you can go ahead first. I have to get something from the lobby." Leiko smiled and nodded. "I'll see you there Illumi-sa-…Illumi," she was told not to use those honorifics anymore. Illumi disappeared into the darkness of the hallway. Leiko closed her door and started to walk towards the dining chambers. This'll be a pain. No doubt Rini will be there…trying to boast about her marring with Killua. Leiko clutched her fists…she's not liking this at all!

"Wow, I never thought you were such a desperate girl," Leiko looked at her direction lazily. I hate her…Leiko glared at Rini secretly. "But then again, I'm happy," Rini continued. "Now you can't steal my husband."

"He's not yours yet…"

Rini scoffed, "For now. But not for long. Next week, we're going to have a double wedding and he will be mine. Not yours; not anyone else's. So you better stick to what's yours you wh**e." There was a sudden gasp following her words. Leiko suddenly felt hands holding hers back, preventing her from throwing daggers to that stupid girl. The light of the moon came through the large windows, revealing Rini's form pressed against the wall with a red haired man's bladelike card on her neck. "Mind your words little girl," Hisoka's mocking tone bounced off the stone walls. "Or my cards might just slip…" it was followed by a sickening smirk. Leiko looked back and saw Illumi holding back her arms, shaking his head; mentally telling her that it's not worth it. Leiko nodded and hid back her daggers. As soon as Hisoka withdrew his card, Rini ran away so fast that you could see a trail of dirt behind her. Leiko looked at Hisoka then to Illumi, then back to Hisoka. "Good evening Hisoka-san," Leiko smiled politely at the clown.

"My, My, Leiko-chan," Hisoka was suddenly behind her and had his hands on her hips, "You've grown quite a lot!" Illumi glared at Hisoka making him retract his wandering hands. "And to think that you'll end up with this guy here…" he smirked mockingly at Illumi. Leiko ignored his obvious teasing and poked him. "What brings you here Hisoka-san?"

"Wow…straight to the point as always, aren't we Leiko-chan?" Hisoka pet her rather 'attentively'. Illumi tried not to glare as the trio started to walk towards the dining chamber. "I'm here to eat diner with the family. That's all," it was obvious that there was more…but Leiko didn't ask.

The dinner wasn't so bad. Erase that. It went horrible! The whole time, Leorio and Gon kept having a food eating contest. Kurapica was trying to eat peacefully but keeps getting hit by random objects thrown by someone. Killua was acting like he's having fun; engaged in constant flirting mode with Rini. Hisoka was stacking cards on the table and Milluki had his laptop on the table as well. Kalluto on the other hand, kept making paper airplanes and throwing them towards Rini. It was amusing how Rini kept trying to be sweet to Kalluto when it was obvious that she detested his meddling with her 'time' with Killua. Illumi and Leiko were sitting quietly, enjoying the scene. It only quieted down when the grown ups came and talked about the wedding arrangements. They all decided the venue of both the weddings and who will be invited. After eating with the kids, the grown ups left quickly since there were still jobs waiting for them. As soon as they left, the turmoil started yet again.

Finally, morning came and it was school time yet again. Leiko woke up extra earlier since she never did find her skates. I'll get them later, her devious smirk made Mike whimper. She got to school 15 minutes before the bell rings and this time, she got a glimpse of Killua, leaning on the window with Rini beside him, trying to get his attention. As much as she wanted to, Leiko couldn't take her eyes off of him. He was too captivating not to watch. Looking around, Leiko saw the envy in the eyes of other school girls directed at Rini. Leiko shook her head and started to walk away. Since she was still a bit dazed, she failed to notice the person standing behind her, making her run into him. "Oh my…I'm sorry!" she looked up and cocked her head.
"H-Hey Leiko-chan, my name's Kaito and…I was just wondering…d-d-d-d-do you have a date for the Autumn Ball?" he was stuttering horribly.

"…I don't believe I know you…" Leiko was being polite as much as she could.

"That's true!" Another boy jumped in the conversation. "My name is Kenji! I'm in your class, do you wanna go to the dance with me?"

"NO! Don't go with him! He's a creeper! Come with me!"

"…no Leiko-chan! He's going to attack you as soon…"

"She's not talking to you!"

"…Leiko-chan! Let's go to the ball together!"

" …Leiko-chan…"

"Lei-chan, MARRY MEEEE!!"

Leiko tuned them all out and walked away. I was right…I don't like high school after all. Who was I kidding? She slowly looked up and saw Killua, staring at her. She wondered what was wrong but his smirk answered that for her. He found it amusing that she was being ambushed. He walked towards her; Rini close behind, eyeing her dangerously.

"So! You're suddenly Miss Popularity now eh Leiko?" Killua grinned.

"How does it feel like? I bet you're willing to go out with one of these guys. I mean…they're not all that bad looking ne?"

"…I'm getting married…"

"…oh please~! You're too serious Leiko! Don't tell me you're not even thinking about cheating on my brother!"

"Lighten up a bit will 'ya? Maybe if you smile more, you'll get even more dates!" It was followed by amused laughter from Killua. Leiko couldn't take it anymore. All these times she had hoped for him to see her for who she is. She had clung onto that hope; that maybe one day, he'd be able to realize that there was a great girl just under his nose. But that never happened. His teasing weren't helping. It just agitated her more. It proved that he didn't really care for her whatsoever! Balling up her fist, Leiko glared at Killua. With one swift punch, she landed a clean hit on his gut. If it was a normal person, he would've been dead by now, but since its Killua, he got off with a mere 'spitting-out-blood' injury. Everyone gasped. Did the new girl just hit Killua?!

"Maybe I'm not serious at all," Killua looked at Leiko, her voice dripped with venom. Everyone shuddered. "Maybe it's just you who's not taking life seriously! Maybe if you stopped being the annoying jerk you are then maybe; just maybe, you'll do something good in your life! And no, I don't like being popular. Heck I don't like even being in this place. No one knows why on earth I decided to come to his CRAMPED place anyway! And unlike you I will not CHEAT on the one I'm going to marry!" Everyone was silent. They looked at the bleeding Killua and the now flushed Leiko.

"Don't you dare talk to my Killua like that you ungrateful girl! You dare injure my prince?! You're pathetic!" Rini started her speech but was silenced by Leiko.

"And YOU! Don't talk to me as if you're stronger than me. Mind your own business and walk away. No one needs to hear your stupid talk." Leiko was having a great time talking like this. It feels good.

"AH! Killua! Did you see how she talked to me?!"

Killua ignored her; he stared at Leiko as he wiped the side of his mouth. He wanted to tell her everything he felt. But as soon as he opened his mouth, all that came out were: "Nice aim Crazy girl," everyone's mouth fell open. Leiko clenched her teeth and slapped him. "... The only crazy thing I did was hoping that you'd notice me. Guess I was wrong…" she stepped back from a stunned Killua. "…I hate you…" with that, Leiko jumped out of the window.

"Aren't you going to choose your dress?" Illumi asked as he looked at Leiko sitting on the couch, staring at the unlit fireplace. "I don't feel like it…" Leiko eyed the fireplace as if it was very interesting, avoiding the other two presence in the living room. "Are you sure? This is your-"

"Just leave her be Nii-san! If she wants to be a kid and have a tantrum then let her!"

"Killua, stop talking-" there was a knock on the door and a maid came in with a cart full of kindling. Killua and Illumi ignored her, too engrossed with their discussion about how Leiko should act. Unknown to them, the maid bent down and fixed the fireplace, stacking it with dried fire wood. Leiko paid attention to it. Now that she thought about it, she's never seen fire in this building her whole life. Why was that? She knew they had a source of heating system here but…never did she see a fire place being lit. Curiosity getting the best of her, she leaned closer and watched the maid with concentration. As the maid finished stacking the fire wood, she took out the match and gently strokes it. Leiko flinched. T-That sound… The maid did several attempts on getting the wood on fire. Leiko was visibly shuddering on her seat. She didn't know why but she was starting to get very uncomfortable with the maid. Finally, the maid was able to make sparks from the matches and the wood caught on fire. The small spark spread rapidly and the fire started blazing brightly. Before the maid could even jump, she heard a deafening scream. A bloodcurdling scream filled with terror and pain. Not only her, everyone in the room heard it. There was a sharp scramble on the couch followed by a loud thud.

"Fire…g-g-get it away!!! NO!!" another scream erupted from Leiko's throat. Her eyes were wide with horror. Killua growled and looked at the maid, "Rini, get that woman out of here." Rini complied and walked the woman outside, smirking secretly at the new discovery.

Leiko didn't know what possessed her. It was as if her body remembered something and was reacting on impulse. She kept screaming for help; screaming at the top of her lungs. She hated the fire; detested it! "G-Get it away! Please!! It-it's hurting me!!! NO!... " her head fell on her palms, clutching it. Her head was throbbing painfully. What is it with the fire that's making her like this? On an instant, Killua was beside her. He scooped her up in his arms and started whispering gentle things in her ear. "Leiko…calm down. I'm here…"

That voice…Slowly, Leiko's outburst started to calm down.

Unknown to the two, Illumi watched them with interest in his eyes.

The day of the Autumn Ball finally came and Killua refused to go. After Leiko's sudden outburst from the fire, he didn't let her go anywhere without anyone with her. Secretly, Killua's the one watching her. Nothing seemed to be different about her but he didn't take any chances.

"Killua, you can't do this to me! You said you were going to the ball with me!" Rini wined as she tugged at Killua's shirt, Rini was already dressed in her knee length dress. "I told you, I don't want to. I might be needed here," Killua looked at Leiko who was sitting on the couch, flipping through a history book. Rini made a face, "It's because of her isn't it?! You're worried that someone might light a fire in front of her and she goes crazy again, right?" Rini said out loud to make sure Leiko hear it. Killua twitched. "So what if I do?" Killua answered. He was busted anyhow. Why bother keeping it in? Leiko's eyes slowly lifted up from the book; staring at Killua with confusion. What did he just say?

"W-Well then, why don't we take her to the ball too? I'm sure she'll enjoy herself there. Besides, you'll be there and there won't be anything burning right?" Rini was acting rather…nice today. Leiko cocked her in puzzlement. Something's fishy.

"Do you want to go Leiko?" Killua looked at her, his eyes betraying no emotion except…was that concern in his eyes? Leiko's heart skipped a beat. She mentally shook her head. Stop it Leiko…you'll give yourself another headache…literally! "If I come…would she stop talking?" Leiko smirked.

"Of course," Killua grinned back. "So! Where's your dress?"

"Well…Milluki said he was going to lend me one of his marionettes' dresses," Leiko thought out loud. Killua twitched. It was obvious that his brother had something in store for his precious Leiko. "Alright, we'll meet in the lobby. I'll get changed too…" everyone agreed. All except Rini remained in the living room. With a sick smirk on her face, she chuckled mysteriously. "Can't wait to see you there Leiko-chan."

As Killua and Rini waited for Leiko; Rini tried so hard to get Killua's attention. It only made Killua more annoyed. Finally, they heard Leiko's footsteps down the hall. Killua's breath was taken snatched from his lungs as he watched Leiko in her little red dress, her hair out and was fixed in wavy patterns. Though simple, her beauty was stunning. Rini bit her nail again, Calm down Rini…you'll get even with her soon… To make it even more interesting, Illumi followed Leiko down the stairs. He was dressed in formal attire like his younger brother. Leiko hooked her arm around Illumi's a custom that she'd seen from other people going to dances. Seeing them together like this made Killua restless inside. He wanted to pry Illumi away from her and take what was his.

When the car stopped in front of the school, the four stepped out slowly. Rini was immediately called by her friends and was temporarily separated from Killua. Illumi on the other hand had a call and had to excuse himself, leaving Leiko and Killua together. Killua was delighted at the turn of events. Even though he knew that she hated him, he still enjoyed her company. He's been a jerk, he knew that, but it was all for her own good. "Killua…" her voice sounded so adorable to him!

"Hai…" he walked slowly besides her.

"About that thing…from…last week…I'm sorry…I didn't mean to shout at you…" Killua blinked and stared at her. Now this was interesting.

"…nah…I think you were PMS'ing that day…"

He earned an elbow jab from Leiko. Her face was flushed, "I'm trying to be serious here!"

"Fine…fine! Sheesh! Can't a guy have fun after a whole entire week of work?"

"You don't work…"

"That's not what I meant," he didn't want to tell her that he's been following her the whole week, keeping her safe under his line of vision.

"Whatever…as I was saying. I'm sorry. I really didn't mean it when I said I hated you…" Leiko was having a mental melt down. She didn't know what came into her. The whole week she was avoiding Killua, sending the message that she really did hate him. Yet for a fact, she couldn't stay away from him. She still longed to see him after a day of ignoring him. To hear his voice even if it only contained those mean jokes about her. To see his eyes…even if they only look at Rini.

Killua snickered, "I knew you didn't hate me…I'm too much of a good person to hate~!"

Leiko was about to give him a nasty comment when she decided to let it go. She really couldn't stand hating this person no matter what. "You're right," she said in a quiet voice. He still heard. "I really can't hate you." The pair halted to a stop as the crowd started to gather in the middle of the field. Everyone looked good in their semi-formal clothing. Though they were all minding their own businesses, something caught Killua's attention. Why was everyone holding candles? Leiko failed to notice since she was busy watching the lanterns and the leaves falling from the trees. Before she knew it, the music started to play.

"Alright everyone! Welcome to the Autumn Ball!" Rini's voice blasted from the speakers. Killua and Leiko looked at her questioningly. They weren't informed that she was going to be the Emcee. "This year, we are going to have a game! Whoever wins shall get a brand new … " Leiko stopped listening to her. What was the game? Leiko was so absorbed into the details of the game that she failed to notice the crowding of a group around her; all holding candles. "Now, on my mark," everyone raised their lighters. Leiko's eyes widen in fear. She started to run but found herself tangled between masses of bodies. "GO!" Everyone lighted their candles and they all started running. Leiko's eyes dilated and a bloody scream erupted from her throat. Killua was trying to get to her but the stupid student population is too big that he couldn't push through easily. The objective of the game was to light the bonfire without getting tagged by another person. The candles served as their guide lights and their source of fire later on. No sooner that Killua could come through, the bonfire was lit. It roared up; blazing with all its might. Leiko screamed yet again, loosing her balance and falling on the ground. Everyone's eyes were on her and they stopped running around; letting Killua pass through. Leiko kept jerking her feet, as if in a running motion, but in her position she couldn't do anything but to move backwards; pushing herself towards a tree. She couldn't get away from the fire. "NO!!..Please!!...stop!!...Don't let it burn me!!" Her head, yet again, throbbed in pain. This time, it was worst than that time in the fireplace. She tried closing her eyes, shutting off the image, but it didn't work.

"Look here Leiko-chan…" a shadowy figure said, she had a lighter on her hand. The little girl tried so hard to move away from the flame.

This was not the best time to be having weird memories…what is going on?!

"Leiko-chan, be a good girl and hold out your hand to mommy…" the flame was coming closer. The heat is scorching her skin!

"GET AWAY! I PROMISE TO BE A GOOD GIRL!" with tear streaked face, Leiko screamed at the top of her lungs. Her horror couldn't be explained by mere words. Instead of feeling sorry for the traumatized girl, the whole entire student population, including the witch, Rini, laughed heartily at her. Killua growled and picked up Leiko, finally breaking through the crowd blocking her. Holding the struggling girl against his chest, he ran swiftly into the forest. She was still flailing her arms, trying get away from him. When they were in a secluded part of the forest, Killua let her down and watched his precious friend whimper on the ground.

"Leiko…" he bent down to touch her back. "Calm down…everything's all right now." She was still shivering. Without thinking, Killua picked her up and hugged her tightly. Her sobs instantly stopped; it was replaced by a loud gasp. He didn't let go. He didn't want to, and what's more, his arms didn't allow him to. Finally, he was able to hug the girl he loved for the longest time. Love…is that right?

"K-Killua...?" she tried to squirm away from his hug. It's not that she didn't like it; she found it inappropriate for him to be hugging her like this when they're both engaged.

"Don't! J-Just let me do this!"

She can't take this. If this continues, it'll be hard for her to get married to his brother! With the strength she could muster, she pushed him off of her. "What's wrong with you?! Why are you doing this Killua?" her tears were now due to confusion. "Why are you doing this now that you're engaged?!"

"Why?!" he clenched his teeth. He can't hold back his feelings anymore. It's now or never. He doesn't care about that Rini girl who he just used. Besides, Leiko's already having flashbacks, like she did a long time ago…it doesn't matter anymore. I won't let Illumi have her. "I'll tell you why! Do you remember anything from before you were adopted into my family?" Killua's eyes were full of emotions that Leiko felt like she was drowning. She shook her head.

"Well then…I'll start. Remember the house down the mountain?" Leiko nodded. "That was your house. Your family lived there and we used to play the whole time," Leiko's eyes widened. Those flashbacks…that boy's voice! It was Killua the whole time! "But then, my dad took fancy to you and he wanted to train you. Your parents didn't agree, they didn't like the idea at all! They started hiding you in the house and not letting you play outside. I didn't get to see you for a long time. My dad didn't give up though. He said that you had a great amount of potential. He didn't want to waste time.

After planning it with the grown ups, when night came, they attacked. They forced your family to give you up…when they didn't, my dad killed them." Shame and hurt were evident in Killua's eyes. Leiko was speechless. She slowly lifted her hands and touched his face. "That's why I couldn't tell you," Killua continued. "I couldn't tell you my feelings for fear of you remembering those horrid things that my family did to yours."

Slowly, her mind allowed her to see glimpses of the incident. Slowly, she let out a small smile, "Killua?"

"You hate me now don't you?"

"Killua, look at me," he slowly lifted his eyes and looked at her. "I don't hate you."

"…but my family…"

"...helped me." she finished with a warm smile. Killua looked very confused. "I wanted my family dead a long time ago. You know why?" He shook his head. "They kept abusing me. My entire childhood life, they threatened to burn me if I didn't do what they said. I was locked up in a dark room as punishment. I was happy when I met you! It made them think twice of their actions. But that didn't stop them. That night," it was all coming back to her now. "They had a lighter in front of me…they wanted to burn my hands because they saw me drawing a picture of your Uncle…t-they…hated him! I fought back and ran outside…sadly I tripped and hit my head. The next thing I knew, I saw the house burning and I couldn't remember anything…" She slowly hugged him. "I am thankful that your family and you came into my life…"

"So, you're telling me that the whole time, you were fighting Illumi?" Leiko asked in an amused tone. "Of course," hand in hand, the couple went out of the forest, serene smiles on their faces. "I would be mad at anything that interferes with us."

"…how about Rini?"

"…She's nothing but a tool…" he said it with such sincerity that it made her smile even more.
"You know…I really hated seeing you with those girls."
"I hated seeing you with my brother,"

"Hey! You started it-" but before she could finish it, she was pulled into a sweet chaste kiss. Killua smirked at her stunned face and kept on walking. "So! How'd you like that?" He was answered by silence. "Come on Leiko! Was it that bad?!" he turned around in time to see her blushing. He chuckled and continued walking. "Too bad you kiss so badly…you need to practice more Leiko. Unlike Rini, your kisses are dull-" he heard her growl and she was off; back to the school grounds.

"Hey! Leiko! Where are you going!?" Killua was immediately behind her.

"…time to exterminate that b***h…"

"Wow…violent aren't we love?"

She glared at him then pulled him into a heated kiss. After a whole five minutes, she pulled away and smirked suggestively at him, "Still a dull kiss?" she didn't let him answer for she took off yet again.

Back in the school grounds, there was a sharp scream that was heard. The moon sky enveloped the moon, hiding the two figures responsible for that scream. Yet again, the Black Butterfly has announced its victim's death... yet again, the butterflies were fed with fresh blood…and yet again, a new addition to the swarm was introduced.

Back in the Zaoldyeck residence, Silva and Illumi were sipping their nightly wine.

"How was the ball?" Silva asked his son.

"It was great…she finally caved it. Leiko finally got her memories back…"

"Did that other girl survive?"

"Doubt it…"

"Guess the wedding arrangements are changed. Sorry but you can't marry just yet son."

"Not that I care father…I rather like being a bachelor," Illumi sipped his wine.

"Good job about the maid by the way," Silva grinned at him. "That sure sparked her memory."