Alright, so I'm on a roll with these chapters! I've decided I'm gonna try and write a chapter week and try to upload on the weekends. This is gonna be a long story, so I hope you guys like the concept of it. We last left off with Sora not having a good first impression on Leon. I wonder how the romance part of the story will pan out…? Well, we will see. Also, though I am borrowing some lines from the book, I am going to make this story completely different from the original story. Enjoy! And oh, yes, I nearly forgot! I apologize for putting my other stories on hold, but the reason why I have to do that is because I need fresh ideas for new chapters for both "Opposites Attract" and "A Kaleido Star Vacation!", so this will be pretty much like a filler until I get some new material. (Also, visit my account on youtube, I got some new vids!! 3 u can find my video link on my page!! View and comment!) Ja ne!

Character list: (Just incase you forgot them from the last chapter and you are too lazy to go back and see the list…)

Sora Naegino as Elizabeth "Lizzy" Bennet

Leon Oswald as Fitzwilliam Darcy

Midori Naegino as Mrs. Bennet

Tsuyoshi Naegino as Mr. Bennet

Layla Hamilton as Jane Bennet

Mia Guillem as Lydia Bennet

Rosetta Passel as Catherine "Kitty" Bennet

Anna Heart as Mary Bennet

Ken Robbins as Mr. Collins

Yuri Killian as Mr. Bingley

Dio as Mr. Wickham

Sophie Oswald as Georgiana Darcy

May Wong as Anne de Bourgh

Manami Kotobuki (gave her a last name) as Charlotte Lucas

Lin Wong as Lady Catherine de Bourgh

Ruth Killian as Miss Caroline Bingley

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When two eldest Naegino sisters were alone, Layla had fully expressed to her sister of how much she admired Mr. Killian.

"He's just what a young man ought to be," said she, "good-natured, sensible, lively; and I have never seen such happy manners! So full of ease,"

"And handsome too," replied Sora. "which a young man must be, if he possibly can. His character is thereby complete."

"I was flattered by his asking me to dance another time. I never expected such a compliment." Layla reddened a bit. Sora smiled, it was nice to see her sister so infatuated with a man.

"You didn't expect it? I did. But that is one of our differences. You take compliments by surprise, while I, never. What could be more natural than him asking you again? He couldn't help not asking you again, seeing that you were five times prettier than any of the women in the room. No thanks to his gallantry for that. Well he certainly is agreeable, and I will allow you to like him. You have liked many a stupider person."

"Dear Sora!"

"Oh you are a great deal too apt, you know, to like people in general. You never see a fault in anyone. And I have never heard you speak ill of anyone in my life!"

The two went on, bickering in a friendly fashion. When the conversation dulled, is switched back to Yuri Killian. They spoke of Killian's inheritance, which he had received a large amount of property owned by his father, who had intended to purchase an estate but had died before doing so. Killian had bought a mansion in Cape Mary, far into the mountain area. It was a beautiful mansion, and it intrigued Killian the first time he saw it and bought it immediately. The topic then switched to the friendship of Yuri and Leon (AN: Though this would be unlikely in the anime, I laugh every time I mention the two of them conversing friendly). Between Oswald and Killian was a steady friendship, in spite of the great opposition in character. Yuri was endeared to Leon by the easiness, openness, ductility of his temper, though no disposition could offer a greater contrast to his own, and though with his own he never seemed dissatisfied. With Leon, the strength of his regard for Killian had the firmest reliance, and his judgment the highest opinion. In understand, Oswald was the superior. Killian was by no means deficient, but Leon was clever. He was at the same time haughty, reserved, and fastidious, and his manners, though well bred, were not inviting. Killian was to be liked wherever he went, while Oswald always gave the offence. The two were so contrasting, it was odd to even think the two were friends.

"But Sora, what do you think they thought of me?"

Sora put a finger to her chin and began to ponder.

"Killian, of course, took an immediate liking to you. I mean, you are pleasing to the eye, Layla."

Layla blushed slightly and shifted in her seat embarrassedly. Sora giggled.

"It was obvious, was it not? In any case, Oswald acknowledged that you were fair, but smiled too much."

The color drained from Layla's cheeks and her eyes now filled with worry.

"Do you think I smile too much? I don't… do it? Oh, I wonder if Yuri thought that too. Is that a bad thing? Oh Sora!"

Sora gave her a soft smile and put a finger on Layla's lips to silence her.

"A smile is a good thing. Yours are even better, in fact, your smiles are radiant. A smile like yours would make even the most dreary of men heart's flutter."

Layla sighed with relief.

"Well then, this conversation will end here for tonight. I'm feeling quite tired, and you look so yourself. We will pick this up tomorrow morning I suppose, when we go see the Kotobuki's. I must say, it's been a while since we've seen them! Oh, and I have a filming coming up and the interview is tomorrow. Good night, Sora."

Sora watched her sister exit the room and yawned.

'I guess I'll go talk with Manami tomorrow…'

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Within the long walk into the center of town, the daughters of the Naegino family found themselves laughing and out of breath. Rosetta and Sora had decided to take a run ahead of them and everyone- except Mr. Naegino, of course- began to follow suit. Their mother had stayed beside their father, smiling and looking around at people in the streets to see if they were watching them. Midori never liked an audience. Sora had began to walk on her hands before Midori tried to stop her from making a fool of herself.

"Stop you foolish child! You'll get yourself all--"

Tsuyoshi silenced her and smiled at Sora. Sora grinned and walked a bit father, only to flip backwards and stand again. A few people clapped, including her sisters. Sora looked out into the horizon of Cape Mary, looking at the stage off in the distance. Kaleido Stage was a wondrous place that her parents had taken her to when she was younger. The acrobatics amazed her and she always felt at ease there. Layla said the same, as she had went with Sora when they were younger to watch the ever-beautiful Ms. Sarah sing the Psiren's Song.

"Sora! Stop your daydreaming and hurry on over here! Manami is waiting for us!"

Sora snapped out her thoughts and looked across the street to see her family had left her behind.

"R-Right! Coming!"

Sora trotted off into the road, only to nearly crash into an oncoming car, making the man curse and honk at her. She apologized and bowed politely before scurrying out of danger.

"Ms. Kotobuki, how nice to see you!"

The family had walked into a quaint little café and greeted a young woman with short black hair. The woman, Manami, had stood up and gave all the women hugs and shook hands with Mr. Naegino.

"It's good to see you all too. It's been quite a while."

"Yes, far too long." Tsuyoshi spoke. "How is your schoolwork doing, Manami?"

"Ah, very good. In fact, studying abroad has brought me to many places. It will be a pity to leave this place again."

"Yes, which is why I suggest we chat as much as we can!"

Sora grinned and laughed with her friend. Not was there such a pleasant moment in life than this. Everyone sat down and chatted at the café table. Midori smiled outwardly, but inwardly she was smirking devilishly. Now this wasn't like Midori, for she was always so sweet and kind, but her thoughts at the moment were tainted and impure. Now, Manami Kotobuki is a candidate for Yuri Killian's girlfriend/wife, and so are Sora and Layla. The wheel moved in her mind. A three way fight, between sisters and friend. Not good. Might as well eliminate the friend while we're at it. She was going to be uncomfortably civil with Manami today, but make harsh, criticizing comments while she was at it.

"Manami, you did good in the beginning of the dance," Midori suddenly said, "you were Killian's first dance!"

Manami blushed a bit before adding, "Ah, but it seemed Yuri liked his second partner better." and looked at Layla. Layla reddened a bit and smiled awkwardly. Midori was just getting started.

"Oh!- You mean Layla, I suppose- because he danced with her twice. He seemed to admire her- in fact, I believe he fancies her more than most women in the room. I heard something about it, something about Mr. Kenneth."

Manami looked at her feet, then back to Midori.

"I suppose you mean the conversation I had with Mr. Kenneth you are talking about- did I not tell you of it?"

"No, but I do recall what had gone on between you and old man Kenneth. He had ask Yuri if he had liked the dances held in Cape Mary, and whether he did not think there were many beautiful women there, and which he thought was prettiest? And his answer was immediate, somewhere along the lines of- 'Oh the eldest Ms. Naegino, without a doubt.'- more or less. Perhaps you weren't too appealing to him that night."

Manami opened her mouth in silent protest before shutting up and stopping herself from being uncivil.

"Even so, Mr. Killian did enjoy my company. In fact, he had said to me directly that I was a pleasant girl with many attributes to society, and that my future would be a good one, one that he looked forward to hearing about."

Midori drew in her breath. She didn't expect that. 'She must be fibbing! A lie, is all, a lie!'

"Is that so? Layla, what did he say to you?"

Layla, not wanting to be in the conflict, said, "Nothing of importance. He merely said that I had a pretty smile and that I looked extraordinary that night. He also said that he enjoyed dancing with me and wished he had more time to dance again."

Midori huffed. Wasn't much to make Manami jealous. She stayed completely civil though and praised her daughter.

"Well Manami, good luck to you."

"Yes, thank you."

Sora looked around, throwing skeptical glances at her mother, who was smiling so hard it was amazing that her teeth didn't shatter. Sora sighed, this was just like Midori. She decided that Manami would need a breath of fresh air after a verbal sparring match like that.

"Manami, lets go outside for a bit. I want to go down to the sea and chase the seagulls, like we used to do when we were kids, remember?"

Manami smiled and nodded before adding, "Order whatever you like, it's on me!". Sora jumped up and grabbed Manami by the hand and led her away from her family. Sora and Manami nearly ran out of the café, laughing and smiling to one another. They then found themselves on the boardwalk, admiring the view of the sea.

"It's looks so beautiful, ne?"

Manami looked up suddenly and smiled.

"Yeah…"

Sora hopped up on the concrete balustrade and spread her arms wide to keep her balance. Manami grinned, and even thought of joining her up there.

"You know Sora, you belong back on stage. Your acrobatic skills haven't been phased even since your absence from performing!"

Sora chuckled softly.

"Ah! You think so? Mother doesn't like the idea of me performing again."

"You shouldn't have to listen to her,"

Sora nearly lost her balance. She was surprised at Manami's tone of voice.

"it's your life, Sora, use it the way you want to for once."

Sora hopped off the rails and walked beside Manami, all the while looking at Manami's expression. She was angry with her.

"Why are you so mad at me?"

Manami gasped silently, then looked at Sora with confusion.

"Do I seem mad?"

Sora nodded. Manami looked at her feet.

"I-I'm sorry. I was just… irritated at the fact that you don't even own your own life anymore. It's almost as if your mother rules you now! I mean, did you hear her in the café? She was so close to being uncivil with me over Mr. Killian!"

Sora nodded. Her mother's behavior was most uncivil, no matter how she presented herself.

"I apologize on my mother's behalf, she can't seem to hold herself back sometimes."

Manami giggled and took Sora's hand.

"Lets go up to the stage! I want to go see Ms. Sarah!"

"Ah! Yeah, let's go!"

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"Manami! Sora! How nice it is to see you!"

Sora and Manami bowed politely to Sarah, who in turn stood up and gave them each hugs.

"Everyone here misses you Sora! I hear that Yuri is in town. You've met him?"

Manami and Sora looked at each other and smiled.

"Oh have we ever! He is such an agreeable man! So carefree and pleasant to be around!"

"Did you two know that he is a performer in Russia?"

The girls gasped and shook their heads. Yuri? A performer?

"And his friend, ah, his name escapes me at the moment, but his friend is also a performer in France, alongside his sister."

"Is this all true?!"

"Oh yes! Very true indeed, in fact, they are to come and perform here sometime! You should too Sora, and Layla too! It will be just like the good ol' days!"

Sora and Manami jumped with excitement.

"Ah, I remember his name now! It is… Leon Oswald? Perhaps it was Leo, something of the sort…"

Sora's mouth dropped. Leon is the performer Sarah was talking of?

"L-Leon Oswald? A performer?"

"Yes! And his sister, Sophia. What a beautiful girl, so small and dainty! I can't wait for her arrival. I heard she had stayed in France due to her hospitalization. Poor girl, so sickly, and of all seasons! Why, it's Spring!"

Sora was astounded. To hear that Leon was a performer, and not only that, but had a sister that could perform too! What a pleasant surprise. Manami grasped Sora's hands abruptly.

"Sora, you must perform! Layla has missed the stage too, no? Do it! This is your chance to break free from your mother's grasp on you!"

Sora sweatdropped. All this pressure was suddenly upon her. And the whole idea of teenaged rebellion was so cliché. But then again, she had wanted to return to the stage for a while now, and knew very well that Layla felt the same. Her family had a reputation as circus performers and dancers back in the day, but her mother was at unease with this fact and forbade her daughters from falling into the same step as her relatives. Her father, on the other hand, had no protest to what his daughters wanted. He now owned a share of a profitable company and made money from sitting at his desk and tapping keys on a computer. What his daughters did to come up with funds was none of his business, unless it was whoring… now that was his business. And he definitely didn't need a whore for a daughter. But now we are drifting off subject…

"I-I don't know…"
"Oh please, Sora!"

"… oh alright! Troublesome woman…"

Manami grinned and began to do a little dance. Sora smirked and put her hands on her hips.

"But Manami, promise me this!"

"… what?"

Sora pointed at Manami suddenly, causing her friend to jump back.

"Promise me that you won't chase me down with scissors again! Or I'll have to call you Miss Scissorhands again!" (AN: A play on Edward Scissorhands, a comedy-drama movie from 1990)

Manami spilled into laughter and nodded. Sora and Sarah began to laugh with her. When the time approached, Manami and Sora left and went back to the café. The Naegino family stood up altogether and thanked Manami for the meal. The girls showered Manami with hugs and kisses. Manami, being as civil as she is, pecked Midori on each cheek and wished her great happiness. She shook hands with Tsuyoshi and then waved for a taxi. She turned around before entering the taxi and shouted at Sora.

"You better do it! You made me a promise!"

Sora grinned and nodded.

"And no more scissors!"

The two girls laughed and went on their way, unbeknownst to what the future held for both of them.

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Finished chapter two! I decided that I would somehow weave the original Kaleido Star into this and make the main female and male leads performers (albeit Sarah, who isn't a main lead, only supporting, is a performer too) at Kaleido Stage, and don't worry, May will be in the upcoming chapters soon! And yes, Sophie is alive! I'm guessing that I will have a bit with her and Leon's family life in the next chapter, and we get to see a glimpse of why Leon's such a bastard! Oh yeah, look at my profile in the "Upcoming Stories" section, I need YOUR help! I'm thinking of writing my own story, and I wrote the prologue in that section. Tell me what you think, feedback is appreciated. Please PM me with your suggestions, comment, etc.!