Chapter 3 is here! FINALLY eh? ; A ; I humbly apologize for the delay. I blame school. We had to prepare for our thesis presentation so I only got to work on this now. Plus, my creative well almost went dry. Anyway, here it is!

DISCLAIMER: Last time I checked, I didn't own Barajou no Kiss... Nope, I still don't.

"Father, I finally have him... The Rose I've always wanted..." Cinderella said as she rested her head on Schwartz's lap.

The man kept quiet as he patted her head gently. Yes... This is only part of your Punishment, Anis.

"Mikage." A male voice called out.

"Kaede-kun!" She sprang up from her position and went to his side, taking his hands.

Schwartz watched the two, not moving from his seat.

"We're off to school now, father!" She said cheerfully at him.

He then rested his chin on his fist and scowled. He was happy Mikage finally got what she wanted, but he didn't trust Kaede.

The Red Rose Knight glanced at him one last time before they left.

Anis stirred in her bed as the sunlight hit her face. She checked her alarm clock. 6:44 AM

'Why are you still entertaining my feelings when you've got the White Rose?'

She sank back in her bed remembering Kaede's words. She wasn't able to sleep well last night because of it. She closed her pink orbs for a few minutes and got up eventually to get ready for school.

I feel sick... She thought examining her image on the mirror. Black bags were almost visible under her eyes. Going to school meant she had to see Kaede with her again.

"... He can do whatever he wants!" Anis yelled, slamming the door of the bathroom behind her.

After freshening up and getting dressed, she took her bag and went out skipping breakfast.

She went her usual way to school, but since it was still early, she took a detour. The Rose Princess entered the forest near town and went further in and stopped as she came across some stairs leading up the hill.

She stared at the foot of the stairs wearily. That's right, his house is just at the top of the stairs. Anis took a step forward and paused. "Mou! Why am I here anyway? It's not like he'll talk to me after that!" She then stormed off.

Get it together! She ignored everyone on the path. Just then a certain redhead and a purple haired girl caught her attention.

Mikage felt a familiar presence and glanced at her direction. "Kaede-kun, I made you lunch! You'll let me feed you again later, right?" She asked grabbing his hand slyly.

Anis then felt the same feeling she was acquainted with when she saw the two of them from the rooftop.

"Of course," He answered squeezing her hand gently. The purple haired girl turned and sneered at her.

Taken aback, Anis walked faster and tried to ignore them the rest of the way.

The rest of the morning went by like a breeze, although Mikage wouldn't stop acting all lovey-dovey with Kaede during free period.

Lunchtime.

The two got out of the classroom and went to their usual eating place in the school courtyard.

Anis stayed glued to her seat as her classmates ate their food, some going to the cafeteria to buy bread. She bent forward placing her arms on the desk and burying her head in them. No kidding. I really am sick now... She still refused to eat anything considering she never ate anything since earlier.

"Anis-san, are you okay?" Someone tapped her shoulder.

She pushed herself up with what strength she had. "I'm fine, just a little sleepy."

"Are you sure? Why don't you have something to eat first?"

"Want to go to the nurse's office?" Someone else offered.

Irk, no way. I'd see dad if I do. "It's okay, I'll go there myself." If that meant they'd leave her alone, Anis stood up slowly and made her way to the door. She sighed as she slid it close gently.

She blinked a few times at the hallway. It seemed like it was spinning. Damn... The temperature also seemed to rise. Winter was almost over which means they could change to their summer uniforms soon. She couldn't wait to get out of her disgusting winter uniform. Anis eyes widened as she looked out the window and saw Mikage feeding Kaede. She averted her gaze and covered her mouth. She then held onto the wall the rest of the way. Man... I don't remember this hallway being so long... She felt her consciousness fading.

"Hey, are you alright?"

Kaede...

"..ey...Anis...?"

You're an idiot...

"...nis...!"

Laughter began to resound throughout the whole room.

Where am I?

"It's no use Anis... he's mine now," Mikage said embracing Kaede.

What? You can have him for all I care!

"Oh, really? Then how about this?" A scythe materialized in her hand. She transformed with one swift movement.

You... No, it's not possible...

"You know, I never thought it'd be this easy to steal him away from you."

Shut up!

"Ohoho, someone's a little frisky today."

I'll definitely get him back! I'll do whatever it takes!

"Let's see you try."

"I'll get him back, you'll see."

Seiran sat by the couch on which the Rose Princess was on. He then noticed that she seemed to have a pained expression on her face as she slept.

"Nnnggg..." Her eyes opened slowly.

"Anis-sama!"

"Mmm... Seiran-kun?" She blinked a few times to adjust her eyes to the light of the room. "Where am I...?"

"In the library," Itsushi answered.

Anis leaned on the pillow and tried to recall the events that happened before. That's right, I passed out. "Did you bring me here Seiran-kun?"

He shook his head no. "Mutsuki did."

"Really now..." She looked around the room. "Is he still around?"

"No, he left already."

"Oh, I see..." She trailed off, her gaze dropping to her lap.

"ANIS-SAMA!" A certain white haired student council president slash Rhode Knight broke into the room. Anis cringed. "I was simply devastated when I found out you were unconscious! But alas, I still had to attend to my student council duties. That's why I arrived only now!"

She smirked, hiding her look of disgust. "Uh, no... It's alright..."

"Ahem," The teacher broke the awkwardness rising up. "Anyway, you seemed to have lost consciousness due to fatigue and lack of sleep. Make sure you eat something before you leave today."

"Oh, then I have some leftover sandwiches from lunch earlier," Seiran offered.

"Thanks Seiran-kun and sorry for worrying you."

"Please look after your health. We can't be there to watch you all the time."

"I know," She smiled. "I guess I better thank Mutsuki when I see him tomorrow."

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