Notes: This one takes place after the one before "Valentine's Day".
Disclaimer: I do not own Nobunaga the Fool.
Moving
Mitsuhide watched with disgust as Caesar hugged Ichihime. He scowled as the prince leaned in and kissed the girl soundly on the lips. He didn't know why he came to see Caesar off, except that he wanted to see the prince leave with his own eyes. Yes, finally the skirt chaser was leaving to go back to the West Star. The last few months had been torture as Caesar and Ichihime became the top couple at their school. And no matter what he couldn't get away from it as they were such a hot topic for the whole student body. Not to mention that they had to be so lovey dovey. Well, that was mainly Caesar, but Ichihime didn't protest! He was certain that Caesar had the girl under his spell and when he was gone Ichihime would finally be free.
After the kiss finally ended, Caesar looked down at Ichihime with a soft smile. "See you in a few weeks."
Eh? What? Mitsuhide's mind went into a frenzy as he froze. Did he just hear right? He turned on Caesar with a scowl. "What are you talking about? I thought you had duties to attend to and attend some prestigious university on the West Star that all royals attended!"
Both Caesar and Ichihime turned to the black haired young man and blinked. They had apparently forgotten he was there. Well, he did just show up out of the blue...
Caesar's lips turned into a sly smirk. "My, it sounds like we're friends since you know that much about me. Or should I be worried that you are a stalker?"
"I can't help, but know." Mitsuhide gave a dead pan expression.
Ichihime was about to say something, but Caesar beat her to it. "Well, naturally we are going to keep in touch and see each other often."
Mitsuhide scowled, but said no more.
"Well, good bye, Mitsuhide," Caesar said to further tick him off. He then turned to Ichihime. "See you soon, my sweet. I will have everything ready for your arrival," he said softly and gave her a quick peck on the lips.
Ichihime looked down. "Are you sure your father doesn't mind?"
"Not at all," Caesar waved it off. "He's very excited about the prospect. And my mother is practically over the moon about it," he added with a laugh. "And my two younger sisters look forward to meeting you."
Ichihime smiled up at him. "That's good. ..See you then..." she reluctantly said.
Caesar gave a small smile. "Yeah..."
And with that Caesar left to board the ship to the West, but not without one last look at his girlfriend.
As soon as the infuriating prince was out of sight, Mitsuhide went to stand by Ichihime. "Good riddance," he muttered. Though what Caesar was talking about disturbed him. But hopefully Ichihime would realize the type of man Caesar was during his absence and break things off with him. "Now, things can get back to normal."
"Not quite," Ichihime said softly.
"Huh?" Mitsuhide was confused. "What do you mean?"
Ichihime looked down and blushed. "So that Caesar and I can spend more time together and so I would be prepared to be Caesar's bride, I am transferring to the same school that Caesar's sisters are attending. I am even going to move into the castle."
Mitsuhide's world shattered. His sky had come falling down with a huge crash with the glass piercing his very heart. "What did your father say to that?" he asked with a strained voice.
"He agreed. He's very eager for this arrangement and I am leaving in a few weeks." Ichihime clasped her hands together as a smile appeared on her face. "I can't wait!"
All color drained from Mitsuhide's face. "And Nobu?" he asked weakly. Ichihime's hot blooded elder brother, who was his best friend, was his only hope.
"It was my decision, not his," Ichihime informed.
That was it. All hope was lost for Mitsu.