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This takes place after Shugo Chara! Encore! So if you haven't read the manga, beware of spoilers.

Summary-

Ever since Amu Hinamori, Rima Mashiro, Nagihiko Fujisaki and Tadase Hotori have graduated into middle school, Yaya Yuiki began feel alone and left behind. Being the oldest of the new Guardians and an older sister but with a babyish character is difficult, so when she finally reaches her breaking point, she finds comfort in somebody she would've never expected. Jack's Chair, Kairi Sanjo. But within every new found friendship is something more, and when Kairi begins acting strange, Yaya can't help but feel he's keeping another secret. What's worse than that?

Yaya's Pov-

I sighed as I glanced at all the paperwork on the table. Kairi-kun was working quickly and diligently, not even looking up once. Rikka-tan seemed tired and frustrated, and Hikaru-kun kept a stoic expression. Why couldn't Amu-tan and Rima-chi come help? No body comes and visits anymore, not even Kukai, who did so often last year. Why can't everybody not grow-up and stay together?

Pepe-tan was playing with Hotaru, flying around the Royal Garden while Musashi was busy lecturing on how ladies should behave. Hikaru's guardian egg hasn't hatched yet, so he didn't have a guardian character to always be aware of. It seemed so long since I first got Pepe, I forgot what it's like not to have a guardian character.

I continued chewing on my pen, working on my pile every now and then, but not really focusing. I didn't like the quietness in here. Maybe that's what's throwing me off. Last year, Amu would always be trying to keep a conversation going while she watched us work. Yeah, that should do it.

"Hey guys, Yaya wants to go shopping after school today! Who wants to come?" I asked.

Everybody looked up. Rikka shrugged and Hikaru just kept on working. I looked over at Kairi hopefully, but he shook his head.

"Sorry Ace, but I need to meet my sister at the studio right after school. She says she has some news for me."

I nodded, somewhat disappointed. I glanced at the clock, and noticed the time. 4:00. Time to go.

I grabbed my bag and told Pepe to come on. I waved by to Kairi, Rikka and Hikaru and walked out, not even bothering to help them put everything away. I don't know why, but I felt so… rejected. I remember the feeling when Tsubasa was born and I always had to baby-sit him. But then, Amu made me feel more… important. She said I was a wonderful big sister. I smiled at the memory.

I waited at the entrance to Seiyo Elementary. I looked around for Mama's car, but saw nothing. If she isn't here by now, then that means I'm forced to walk home. Again.

I took a deep breath and turned to the right, walking along the sidewalk. I hummed rather nosily, not minding anything else around me. I thought about all the changes that had happened. Yukari-san and Nikaidou-sensei got married. Nagihiko turned out to be Nadeshiko. Hikaru got the King's Chair and Rikka got the Queen's Chair in the Guardians. Ikuto-kun left to search for his father and everybody else older than me graduated.

I hate how things have to change so constantly. And the weird thing is, the only thing ever constant is change. Why is that?

I decided to cancel shopping and just head straight home. I wasn't in the mood for candy anymore. I opened the front door to my house and walked in to hearing Tsubasa's cries and Mama and Papa's excited whispers.

"What do you think is going on, Pepe-tan?" I asked my chara. Pepe shrugged and continued sucking on her binkie.

"Mama! Papa! Yaya is home!" I yelled, hoping to get their attention. My parents came out from the kitchen, big smiled on their faces. I flashed them a grin of my own and gave them a big hug.

"Onee-chan!" Tsubasa came running out, following my parents, and hugged my legs. I smiled down at him and patted head.

"Yaya is hungry! What is Mama making for Yaya to eat?"

"Nothing, Yaya. We're going out!"

My eyes brightened at the sound of that. We were going to eat at a restaurant! I nodded excitedly and went upstairs to change out of my uniform and get start on some of my homework.

Papa drove us to this fancy restaurant called Dokia's. We were immediately brought to a table for four. Apparently, Papa made a reservation. So they planned this, eh?

A waitress came over and introduced herself.

"Konichiwa! I'm Yuka and I'm your waitress for the evening!" She gave us our menus and took our orders for drinks then left.

I looked at the menu. They had given me an adult's menu, where I have to read instead of pointing to the pictures. I watched Tsubasa enviously as he colored the pictures and showing Mama his 'artwork'. I simply just ordered sushi, since the description was the only thing I understood.

Soon, she came back with our drinks and took our orders and our menus. Then she left, once again.

I sipped my soda casually, watching my parents talking quietly amongst themselves. I was feeling slightly confused. What was so secret that they couldn't talk normally about it?

"Onee-chan," my brother tugged on my sleeve. I looked over to him and saw him point to another picture. It looked like a messed up picture of Pepe. I looked over at my chara and saw her sweat-drop.

"That's not what I look like, dechu!" She said to herself. I stifled a giggle as Pepe begin to pout.

"That's a pretty picture, Tsubasa," I said to him, and Pepe looked at me unbelieving. I shrugged, smirking a bit.

"Pepe is going to look around, dechu. See you Yaya-tan!" She flew off, leaving me alone. I sighed and banged my head on the table, which earned me some disapproving looks from my parents. I whispered a soft 'Gomen,' and they continued talking. I then got my phone from my pocket, hoping Rima or Amu had sent me a text.

Nothing.

After what felt like hours, the food finally came. I was grateful because now my stomach will no longer growl and I had something to do. I eat my delicious sushi, gulping down every piece. When I was finally done, Pepe came back and Papa got me dessert.

As I was eating my brownie sundae, I couldn't help but feel like something awkward was going to happen. And boy, I was so right.

"Yaya, Mama and Papa have to tell you something," Mama said to me. I looked up, curious. I forgot! The only time Papa takes us out is because he has to tell us important news. I then remembered when I found out about Tsubasa. This can't be good…

"Mama is expecting a baby."

I dropped my spoon in shock. I was taken aback at the sudden news. My hands began shaking as I looked at both of my parents, trying to see if this was some joke. When their eyes showed nothing but seriousness, I looked over at my little brother, who was smart enough to understand that this was not a moment to talk.

"Another one?" I asked, a bit angry. I stood up when they nodded and went to the bathroom. Pepe followed me.

My parents were going to have another baby! Another baby to take away some of my attention! Another baby to give me more responsibility! I can't believe this! I paced back and forth. Finally, I put my hands on the sink, looking down, and taking deep, slow breaths. I noticed small drops in the sink tub, and it took me a while to understand that I was crying.

This was yet another change.

"Yaya doesn't want Mama to get another baby. Yaya wants to be her only baby again. Yaya wants everything to be back to normal," I sniffled.

"It's okay, Yaya-tan, dechu," Pepe hugged my cheek. I nodded slowly.

I got my phone and dialed some random number. After ringing for a few seconds, somebody picked up.

"Hello? Ace?"

I instantly recognized the voice.

"Kairi?"

"Uh, yes Ace, it's me. What is the matter?"

"Oh, uh…nothing. Yaya is fine. It's just that…never mind"

"Ace, tell me what is wrong."

"Nothing!"

"Yaya!"

"… I'm sorry for bothering you."

I hanged up. I realized how dramatic I was being, that Kairi called me Yaya and that in the end, I stopped talking in third person. This… was just too much for me. How can I accomplish my heart's dream if there is always something preventing me from doing so?

Sigh…

I can't take it anymore.

I didn't answer Kairi's calls or messages, and the next day at school, I just ignored him the best I could. Well, technically, I ignored everybody. Pepe tried her best to cheer me up, and I was thankful. No body will ever understand me better than my would-be self.

I knew it was bad for me to feel so down and start doubting my heart, because then Pepe-tan will disappear, but I couldn't help it. I reassured Pepe that I will never do anything that will hurt her. Losing her is the last thing I need.

As we were packing up your things in the Royal Garden after school, Kairi finally confronted me. Rikka was sick and Hikaru left as soon as he could, and Pepe was asleep in her egg, and Musashi seemed to already understand the situation, so I had no body to come and ruin his chance.

"Ace, I know something is the matter. Just tell me."

I shook my head and tried to walk around him, but he just grabbed my wrist and pulled me back. I found myself looking into his stunning electric blue eyes. I blushed slightly, but looked away.

"Yaya is fine. Yaya needs to go now," I whispered, trying to find a way to escape.

"Yaya. Please." Kairi looked genuinely concerned and desperate, and there was just something about him at this moment that made me trust him.

I finally gave in. "Everything is changing too much." I said quietly, looking down at my feet.

"What do you mean, Yaya?"

I looked back up at him, my eyes beginning to water. "Amu and Rima never come and visit me anymore! They never return my calls or messages! Kukai is always with Utau, and Tadase is taking care of his sick grandma, while Nagi is focusing on dance. Then, no body wanted to hang out with me yesterday, and I found out my mama is having another baby!" I burst out crying while Kairi's expression softened. I dropped down to the ground and hugged my knees. Then, unexpectedly, I felt arms wrap around me.

"It's okay, Yaya." He whispered in ear. "I'm here for you." I looked at his face one more time and saw a smile gracing his lips. I gave him a small smile in return.

"How about we go shopping like you wanted to yesterday?"

I nodded slowly, and he helped me with my bag and held my hand. The thought of our hands touching, fingers wrapped around each other, gave me a weird feeling in the pit of my stomach. It wasn't bad, I could tell that.

I called my mom, saying I would be out with a friend, and she gladly granted me permission. So, as I walked through the streets of Tokyo, holding Kairi Sanjo's hand, I couldn't feel happier.

Because, for the first time in a long time, I felt special.

Thanks for reading! As you can see, this story is co-authored. The plot was made up by me, Asuka, and my partner DarkDia, or as most of you know her as, Ashiko. So I am not taking full credit for the plot. I wrote this chapter, Ashiko will be writing the next. Just to make things clear, I'm writing Yaya's point of view while Ashi-chi writes Kairi's.

Please excuse any OOCs, this is my first time writing in Yaya's POV. I honestly think I did a good job. Please, review and reply!