Kissanpennun: Welcome to Kissing Cloud; a Hibari x Oc story. I'm Kiss-san, and I hope you're enjoying the chapters that I'm putting out so far. :) In this chapter, we continue that little chat that Reborn has after Aina meets Varia. And most of that consist of what she was thinking when she was attacking, her family background, and a very vague memory of when she in Italy as a kid. As promised, we have a small little fluff moment between Hibari and Aina. :3 A sweet moment when she drops by to see him before he continues his fight with Dino for an "insult". Enjoy Chapter 5. x3

Disclaimer: I don't own KHR: however, I do own my Ocs.

Chapter 5: Shadow of the Red Flower and the Sun Match

When the group got back to Tsuna's house, Gokudera and Yamamoto had already left for home. Which meant Aina would more than likely be rooming with Fuuta, I-pin, and Lambo tonight if Reborn wanted her stay the night. She texted her cousins telling them that she's staying over at a friend's house tonight, so they shouldn't stop by and check on her. Once inside the house, they sat Aina down at the table while the younger kids of the group were ushered off to bed. The auburn haired teen was trying to figure out what exactly happened. When that voice said something about taste her claws, she thought of like a large cat paw squishing that guy. Seemingly her thoughts were turned into just that while she was attacking. Maybe it was just luck she was able to pull it off.

"Aina-san," Reborn said, breaking her from her thoughts. "Do know where you blood comes from?" Aina shook her head from the inquiry. "I don't know my father's blood, but on my okaasan side, I do. Nonna and nonno are good friend with zio Coyote, so when I was little he always invited us to his family gatherings whenever we went to visit." Aina explained, catching both Reborn and Iemitsu off guard. To think that Aina's grandparents were both on good terms with the ninth's storm guardian. Evidently Iemitsu needed to have her mother's past investigated deeply, particularly if someone who was considered family even before she met his son was involved.

Aina thought it was weird they got quiet when she mentioned Uncle Coyote. She always called him uncle even if he was probably around her nonni ages. Tsuna decided there was just too much information for his brain to handle, so he went up to his room to sleep. This left Aina to talk to Reborn, Basil, and Iemitsu by herself. "Lady Aina," Basil inquired softly. "Does thou recall anything from thy past? From all the Vongola family gatherings?"

Iemitsu glanced over at Basil, knowing that was indeed a good question. If Aina happened to notice something, maybe there was an answer in her past. Aina sighed, thinking about her past for a bit. Was there anything in that fuzzy memory past of hers? "I do remember a lot of adults there," Aina said solemnly. "All talking, talking about things really I couldn't understand at the time. But I do remember giving flowers to a bunch of strange boys. Teens, I think, but their probably adults by now." Aina scratched her head, recalling the faint memory of handing roses to those boys. Then there was that one who accepted the rose met that her later, whispering something in her ear. His hug was really gentle, much like a big brother hugging his darling baby sister lovingly.

Maybe he was the one who told her that she had a soothing feeling. Maybe not. She couldn't recall it correctly. "Aina-san, best head to bed." Reborn said, catching the teen off guard. "Eh? But what about those flames? What am I to do with those things?" Aina asked, worried about the whole matter. Reborn walked over to her. "We'll start your training tomorrow. After school, you have dance lessons with your grandmother, then you come back to the school to watch the fights." Reborn stated matter-of-factly, knowing his plan was pretty good what he had in store for her.

Aina gawked at the baby hitman, not understanding the regiment that was just thrown at her. "But," Reborn cut her off. "Aina-san. You don't know how to control your powers. First thing is first, we need your endurance and stamina up then we'll work on training your flames. Until then, train hard with your dancing." She blinked, not really sure how dancing could build endurance and stamina, but she was now reaching her mental exhaustion trying to comprehend all this. "Thou hath a good night, Lady Aina," Basil said with a smile.

Aina uttered "good night" to the rest and trotted up to where she would be sleeping tonight. Iemitsu stayed up a little, sending a message to his group to start investigating Noura Shinamoto's past. Whilst Aina slept, she dreamt of the times she was in Italy to refresh her mind on her past. No matter how she saw that one boy, his lopsided smile was still warm. Even if she couldn't see his eyes in her dream, she could tell his eyes were sad. Did he know something she didn't? Who was he?

Morning had come, and Aina dressed in her school uniform that Bianchi brought over from her house. She ate breakfast with Tsuna's family, giggling at the little antics that Lambo was playing so early in the morning. "Tsuna-san," Aina asked when they were heading towards school. She could tell that he was a bit shaky from last night. So she thought maybe talking to him would be a good idea. "Mn?" Tsuna looked at her, wondering what she wanted. "I'm sure all the guardians we have will win," Aina said with a smile.

"Aina-san," Tsuna exclaimed, aghast that she was even taking this whole Vongola ring match seriously. "Yo, Tsuna, Aina," Yamamoto said after he touched Tsuna's shoulder. Tsuna jumped a bit before the two teens turned around to see Yamamoto there. Yamamoto told them he couldn't sleep after yesterday, making it appear as if he was nervous about tonight. "I'm totally energized," Yamamoto said stretching. Aina giggled at him, finding Yamamoto seemed to be less stressed; although, Tsuna just gaped at how Yamamoto mentality was completely different than his. Tsuna didn't want to drag his friends into this; it was just far too dangerous for all of them to be doing this against trained assassins. Maybe he should run away from the fight.

"It'll be fine," Yamamoto said. Tsuna looked up at him, puzzled by what he meant. Then Yamamoto began speaking about how all he wanted to do was beat the long haired swordsman before realizing this wasn't his fight alone. "You're not alone, Tsuna. Let's win together!" Yamamoto said confidently, making Aina nod at his words. Tsuna wasn't alone; he had everyone else with him fighting at his side. "Of course," interjected Gokudera. The three turned their heads to Gokudera who was carrying a box. "We can't just leave Vongola in their hands."

"Gokudera-kun," Tsuna said a bit surprised.

"We'll beat them down, no matter whom they may be. We're going to win. Leave everything to me, tenth," Gokudera said confidently. Tsuna gawked at his two friends, knowing this was the normal patterns. But because he they were saying to him, he felt they may be able to pull it off. Then he recalled Aina appeared calm too, hoping and thinking they can pull a victory. Tsuna glanced down at his hand, noticing it wasn't shaking anymore. After finding out that in the box Gokudera carried with him was filled with paper planes; they were informed by him that he still hasn't gotten his special technique.

"Tsuna-san, we better get to class before we get there late." Aina chided, giggling as she gently pushed him towards the school.

Gokudera and Yamamoto both laughed, finding it funny when Tsuna freaked out about her pushing him like a little kid. They arrived in class early, everyone getting to their chairs before Tsuna was approached by both Hana and Kyoko. Aina wasn't really paying much attention to the conversation before Ryohei came in and snatched Tsuna away. "Aina-chan," Kyoko said walking over to her. "Did you know that Tsuna, Gokudera, Yamamoto, and onii-chan are going to be sumo wrestling?" Aina blinked, wondering what in the world she was talking about. Sumo wrestling?

"Oh," Aina said, recalling that was the lie Ryohei said to his sister. The truth was that they weren't really going to be sumo wrestling. "Uh, I didn't know that. Maybe they thought it would be fun wrestling around and what not. You know, boys will be boys." Aina said, nervously laughing as Hana stared at her suspiciously as well. "True, boys will always be troublemakers until they grow up." Aina had to sweat drop at Hana's comment. So typical of her, but at the least she bought the lie from her. This was a good thing, meaning that the suspicious thinking would probably drift off a little bit. "Oh, I'm starting dance classes up soon," Aina said, hoping to distract the two from the lie Ryohei said.

While Aina was talking with the Kyoko and Hana; Tsuna was being filled in by Ryohei on his past. Seemingly Kyoko still blames herself for the scar on his forehead. Tsuna debated on not letting him fight. To make Kyoko worry so much, he just couldn't bring himself to keep that going on. "Um, Onii-san," Tsuna started to say. "And it's no problem keeping this quiet from Kyoko." Ryohei said, looking determined as he stared out from where they stood on the stairs outside. "Because I'll win. Leave it to me."

"Onii-san…" Tsuna didn't know what to say back.

_~After Classes End~_

With class done, Aina decided to head to the roof. The most likely place for Hibari since there were men in suits saying she couldn't be allowed access to the roof. Strange considering these men didn't appear to be part of the school. As she ascended the stairs, she saw the same men standing there guarding the door. She was determined to get onto the roof; Hibari was without a doubt there. "Sorry miss, you can't enter here," one man in a suit said. That didn't stop the teen, who raised a brow at him. "I want to see Hibari-kun. So either let me in, or do I have to ask Reborn-san to get in?" Aina's little threat appeared to work since the men both glanced at each other. Evidently Reborn was well known enough to make them concern about it.

"Let her pass," a man at the door said. Aina blinked seeing a man in glasses who held the door open. His voice sounded like the man who told her Hibari couldn't come to the phone before. "Romario," one man said slowly. Aina hurried past the two, ducking under the Romario's arm to see a battle field. The roof looked like someone was punching and missing a whole lot. "Acchi ni ike," the icy voice of Hibari said. She looked over at Hibari, seeing he was a little battered as well as the blonde that he was fighting. How long had these two been going at it?

"That's not nice," the blonde said, glancing over at Aina. She took a gander that he was Dino-san, the one training Hibari. "She came here to see you, and you're acting like a jerk." She really wouldn't call what Hibari said being a jerk. More like he was irritated that she came right when he was fighting; something he doesn't like happening. "Go away pillow," Hibari said again coldly. If he could get her to leave, he can go back to biting this guy. "No," Aina said looking at him. "I'm not leaving until I'm certain of something first."

Hibari slide his grey eyes her way, narrowing them at her when she said that. Irritating, so irritating it was that she was defying him. Certainly his pillow knows better than to make him mad. Was she wishing for his fangs? Wanting him to bite her? He walked over, a hand tightly grasping one of his tonfas as he made his way to her. "Leave." It wasn't a request; he demanded she go. He should know better than to expect her to react like other herbivores. Aina Shinamoto was a herbivore that constantly surprised him with her actions and words.

Aina shook her head, those large green eyes fixated on him. His pillow was deliberately pissing him off by not listening to him; he couldn't have that. Swiftly he struck the wall next to her head, the concrete dropping from where he struck as he glared at her. "Leave now pillow." Hibari said coldly, his eyes showing the same icy danger in them. However, his pillow was still standing there looking at him. She didn't yell, scream, or flinch at his attack. Almost as if she knew he wouldn't truly hit her.

Slender arms wrapped around his abdomen, and he was tightly hugged by Aina. Her face buried into his chest as he stared at the top of her head. "Don't push yourself too far, ok," the muffled request came from his chest. He stood still, heartbeats passing as he waited to see if she would leave after this. What he truly didn't want was for her to see him fighting. "Is that all you came here to ask of me?" It sounded like a silly question for Hibari to ask; although, he would ask it only to clarify her reasons of telling him "no". She nodded, squeezing him gently.

She was scared of letting him go; worried maybe something like what happened with Mukuro would happen again. What if someone bit him instead of him biting them? What if he got hurt while fighting? She was always worried about him when he acts so rashly when it came to fighting. Hibari pulled her arms away from his body, causing Aina to look up. "Silly pillow," he murmured. His eyes soften briefly as he looked at her, now knowing that her visit was just of pure worry. "Don't fret over it so much. Once I'm done biting this one, we'll be back to napping up here."

Aina blinked, finding how calmly he was stating it. Although he had no idea that she was actually training to fight too. She probably shouldn't mention that now; otherwise, he may go after Tsuna for allowing her to do such things. She sighed when he turned around, finding his back a bit comforting now that she didn't have to worry about it. His words were calming, even if he was appearing that he might be close to biting her. "Ok Hibari-kun, I'll hold you to that promise," Aina said with a smile. Hibari chuckled, waving her off so he can get back to his fighting.

Romario opened the door for Aina, and she headed out so she can head off to her grandmother's house next. Dino scratched his head, glancing at where Aina disappeared to then to Hibari. "Strange pet name for your girlfriend. I mean, calling her a pillow? Shouldn't you call her something, I don't know, more romantic? Maybe call her Ai-chan?" Dino said, barely missing Hibari's charge attack. "Maybe I should throw this ring away if you're so easily distracted," coldly commented Hibari. Dino gave an uneasy smile, figuring out that he hit a sore spot with Hibari. Dino knew as much as he could find out about Tsuna's family; this includes Aina now since she's part of the family.

Yet the Bucking Bronco didn't know one thing. Hibari would never call her Ai-chan; her ex- boyfriend and ex-friend called her that, and those two betrayed and hurt her. He'd never allow such a name to pass his lips. He needn't such fancy or cute names with her; pillow suffice enough for her. She knew he was talking to her when he says it, and that was enough for him. It mattered little what others thought of the name. He calls her that; nothing will change his mind about calling her pillow.

While Hibari continued his fighting, Aina started her lessons with her grandnana. Traditional Japanese dance would appear to be her first thing she will learning.

_~Later that evening, at school~_

Aina tried to hurry herself to the school, finding it a bit difficult to run in this kimono that she was wearing. But thankfully Aina made it in time, made it before Tsuna showed up which was a surprise. "Yo, Aina-san," Ryohei greeted. Gokudera glanced over at her, blinking at the red kimono she was wearing and the red oriental flower pin in her auburn hair. Her hair was done up as well, exposing her neck and making her appear more feminine than before. "I didn't think I would make it," Aina gasped, catching her breath. She gave her greetings to the three there, giving them a tired smile. "Grandnana just kept going on and on, I was scared I was going to miss it." Aina explained, tucking a stray strand behind her ear.

Yamamoto laughed, "It's ok Aina-san, Tsuna hasn't showed up yet." Aina sighed, glad she wasn't late and she glanced behind her to see if she could see Tsuna. Gokudera didn't notice that he was still staring at Aina until Ryohei nudge him. "Aina-san looks good in a kimono, right," inquired the upperclassman. Gokudera flushed, yelling at Ryohei and called him a turf head. Aina turned around, giggling at them even though she did catch a little of what they were saying. She really didn't mind it; more or less she took it as a compliment.

When Tsuna did arrive (with Reborn and Lambo in tow), he explained the reason why he was late was because Lambo decided to play hide and seek on the way there. "Lambo-chan," Aina cooed to the little boy. He looked up at her, and she rustled his little afro. "If you be a good boy next time you come to a match, I'll make you a bento." His eyes widen at the offer. "Will Lambo-san get lots of omelet in the bento?" Aina giggled at his question; so innocent and cute. "Mn, I'll put whatever you want in it, but only if you behave next time Tsuna-san brings you to a ring match," Aina said.

"Seems like not everyone is here," Yamamoto commented. Aina glanced up, looking around to see where the other ring bearers were at. Seems like the mist guardian hasn't shown themselves, and Hibari is still fighting Dino. "Was Namimori the right place?" Aina glanced over around, everyone nodding that it should be the correct location. "Are they not here yet," Yamamoto asked. "They have been on standby for quite some time."

Everyone turned around after hearing the Cervello talked, seeing Varia standing on the roof as one of the Cervellos continued to talk. Since the "conference" (if you could call what happened last night a conference at all) was done, they went through and decided the ring match line up. The first battle was to be dealt with the Guardian of the Sun. "Guardian of the Sun… that means," Tsuna looked over at Ryohei worriedly. Ryohei looked up at the man with the green side part where the rest was shaved off. "So my opponent is that boy," the man said. Aina swallowed, worried about the whole thing.

As the Cervellos explained, Aina noted that Xanxus wasn't around. Aina frowned, wondering why he wasn't there when his guardians were doing battle. That's when one of his men mentioned to Lussuria that their boss wouldn't be there for someone else's match. But they're his guardians, Aina thought to herself. Shouldn't he be here to encourage they do their best? Even if he doesn't say it, he should be here for them. They are risking their lives for him…

Ryohei was about to enter the ring, and that's when Yamamoto suggested they do a group huddle. This caused the auburn teen to blink, knowing that this was probably the first time she'd do anything of the sort. To be honest, Aina wasn't into sports at all and dance was more or less just her alone with the teacher. So for her to be snagged into the group huddle. "Ryohei Fight," yelled Ryohei. A very weak "un" came from the rest of the group except from Yamamoto. Aina gave a nervous laugh at the whole thing as the boys were in their own mind. As Ryohei entered the ring, Aina worried about the whole thing altogether.

"Seems like we have another spectator, Mammon," the blonde said. The cloaked baby in the giant mechanical man's hand looked up. Of course Mammon recognized Aina even if she was all grown up. Not only that, but he did bring this matter up with the boss earlier before they left. Just thinking about the discussion seemed pointless; however, it was Xanxus' reaction that interested him.

_~Beginning Flashback Intermission~_

"So," Xanxus snarled, glaring at his mist guardian. "What does that auburn haired bitch have to do with anything?" The crude inquiry made Mammon wonder if Xanxus forgotten who that 'auburn haired bitch' was in the past. "Aina Shinamoto," Mammon said, floating in front of Xanxus while the rest of Varia gathered around. "Isn't exactly the same naïve little girl as she was ten years ago." This perked Bel's interests instantly. "Shenshenshen. Are you saying she's the one who stupidly gave us flowers?"

Xanxus paused from his drinking, sliding an irritated glance over at Bel. "Oi," yelled Squalo who glared at Mammon. "Don't tell me that little shit is her?" Mammon floated over to Squalo, a little smirk on his face. "Why? Surprised the sweet little girl who gave you a rose can use Sky flames much like boss and that weak Vongola heir?" The infant mocked the swordsman who looked like he was ready to kill the little bastard. Levi stared, shocked to know that the little girl that giggled at him as she handed him a flower in the past grew up.

Grew up into a really pretty young woman who could be just a much of a threat. "What else do you know about her," Levi inquired. Obviously he wanted to know more about her. Even if it sounded perverted because he had a faint blush on his face, but he was now interested in Aina because she was someone he met in the past. "If I say anymore you'll have to pay," Mammon stated. Levi glared, but it was Lussuria who clapped his hands together. "Oh my, she has grown so pretty! Aina was so adorable when she was a bambina," he exclaimed before looking over at Xanxus. "I think she even charmed boss when she gave him a rose," giggled Varia's Sun guardian.

Xanxus threw a glare over at Lussuria; neither denying or claiming whether it was the truth. "Shut up trash," he snarled. "Do your jobs and get me those rings." Mammon stilled stared at Xanxus while the others got up to go. He never seen Xanxus looked so deeply in thought, nor did he think the boss would be disturbed by such a girl. Evidently Aina meant something to Xanxus; however, what she is to him was lost on the mist guardian. All Mammon knew was that Xanxus was hiding some sort of the truth that involved the girl.

_~Ending Flashback Intermission~_

Mammon was drawn out of his thoughts when Lussuria said he was going to go play. "We'll be having fun watching," he commented. As the two entered the ring, the Cervellos double checked to ensure that the rings were authentic. Tsuna's group walked closer to the ring to watch. Although seeing the large steel cage around the boxing ring seemed a bit much. Aina wasn't certain if that was to ensure no one else got in, or just to make sure all the fighters stayed in just to insure no all-out brawl started. Once the rings were identified the rings were real, Ryohei took his shirt off.

That's when Lussuria started to act strange. Or rather, as Aina watched slightly disgusted, that he was saying he was going to keep Ryohei because he liked them fit. Seemingly Ryohei was just his type. "What did he say?" Gokudera asked, dumbfounded by what was going on. Aina slid a glance over at the other boys, knowing what was going on. Even she knew Lussuria was hitting on Ryohei. "I don't think he'd want to go with you," Aina said loud enough for Lussuria to hear her.

Lussuria gave her a little pout. "Aina-caro, that's a bit mean. Be nice like always," Lussuria said, blowing her a kiss. Aina didn't really know what to say back to that; although, she should have been surprised at his last sentence more. When Ryohei got into his boxing stance, that was when Lussuria took his jacket off. "I, Lussuria, will play with you using the ultimate standing fighting style, Muay Thai." Aina glanced over at Reborn, worried that maybe Ryohei might not stand a chance. "So Varia's Guardian of the Sun is a martial artist, as expected," Reborn said.

When Tsuna inquired about why it was expected, Reborn explained. Seemingly the sun guardian throughout Vongola history always had strong fist and arms. Meaning martial arts were more than likely how they combated. Reborn explained the duties of the Guardian of the Sun, and Aina tried to keep up. There was a lot to learn about the different guardians, and it would appear that Ryohei had quite a bit to live up to if he was going to be that guardian. Before the match even started, a huge light flashed above the ring, blinding most outside it.

Reborn handed the rest of the teens glasses, allowing them to see the match. However, as the battle went on and Tsuna asked for one of the Cervellos to give Ryohei glasses; no one could give Ryohei any unless they wanted him to lose ring and give it to Lussuria as it would be considered a foul if he was helped. Aina watched dreading as Ryohei punch struck Lussuria's steel knee plate. "Ganbatte," Aina yelled, hoping Ryohei could do so. He had to just hang in there and win; she knows he can win this. Tsuna glanced over at Aina, seeing that she was just as worried as everyone else about Ryohei. Although he appreciated it, it would appear her words weren't reaching him.

"Stand up, hey," yelled a voice from above. Everyone glanced up, seeing a blonde haired toddler being carried by a seagull flying up above them. "Colonnello," exclaimed Tsuna. "Oi, that brat is Colonnello, one of the Arcobalenos." Squalo yelled, peering at the toddle through his sun glasses. Evidently the baby hitman being there caused quite a stir, even Varia was wondering why he was there. "Kyoko caught me and made me late, hey," Colonnello explained. That only seemed to irk Tsuna, who yelled something about playing with Kyoko.

"It's time. Show them your real strength, Ryohei!" Colonnello said, looking directly at his student as he caused confusion to the teens below him. Lussuria brushed off the toddler's words, saying that Ryohei was done for and he was taking him. But as Ryohei stood up, it would appear that he was waiting for those exact words from his master. Although it appeared Ryohei couldn't stand up, it was just then he finally did. He unleashed a barrage of fights upwards, breaking the lights. Aina stared awed, seeing the lights shatter one by one, the glass glistening as it fell down towards the area below. With the lights now gone, Lussuria and Ryohei could now fight on fair terms.

But that was a short lived victory. Lussuria figured out how Ryohei broke the lights; the salt off his body allowed him to shatter the lights. And the battle just went back downhill. Aina closed her eyes, turning away because she couldn't just watch her sempai get hit. "You have to watch, Aina," Reborn said, noticing Aina closed her eyes. She looked up at Reborn, and he gave her a stern look. It was a part of her training; she had to watch it even if it was painful.

"Shenshenshen. Looks like the little princess can't stand seeing her side lose," Bel murmured. Squalo slide a glance over at Bel, knowing that wasn't the truth. What Aina couldn't stand was seeing someone else get hurt. Even he figured that much, given her nature and how she can be concerned even over a little scratch. "You need a Band-Aid, grande fratello." Squalo pushed the past away, knowing that he shouldn't be dwelling there when Aina was no longer a child. No longer a naïve little girl; she has to face the harsh life that mafia family deal with all the time.

Shame she cannot forever be ignorant of the truth…

Just as the final blow was about to be dealt, a voice screamed from the side lines. "Onii-chan!" Everyone turned to see Kyoko catching her breath, and Hana was at her side as well as I-pin, who was hiding behind Kyoko's leg. "Kyoko-chan," Aina gasped, shocked to see her there. Tsuna's father appeared, explaining why the three were there; he and Basil "escorted" them there to find Colonnello. Aina didn't know whether or not to be scared, or worried for her friend's safety. When Kyoko came closer, talking to her brother before Lussuria said he was going to finish him off. But Kyoko's words, her concerns about him keeping the promise to not fight again seem to recharge his spirit.

If fighting meant that Kyoko cried when he fought, then he swore to himself he'd never lose again. "Ryohei-senpai," Aina murmured. Colonnello explained about that his feelings for his sister restore his energy 100%, and that's also when Lussuria jumped. He charged, his steel knee plate aimed at Ryohei who drew his hand back. "I'll show you. This is the true Maximum Cannon," Ryohei yelled, delivering the blow straight at Lussuria's knee. The force of the blow shattered the plate, and Aina stared in shock. "Onii-san's punch hit!"

Everyone was shocked it hit, and unaware to the teens, it appeared the Varia was ready to write Lussuria off. Colonnello praised Ryohei and also caused Kyoko and Hana to chase after him; only because he was sleepy and wanted to go home. When Ryohei wanted the ring, Lussuria started rambling he could still fight because he was part of Varia. When he stood up, he appeared nervous. Aina barely caught Reborn responding to Tsuna about tenacity, and how Lussuria was acting wasn't because of such. "Hurry," yelled Lussuria, just as something exploded when it connected with his back. Aina stared over at Varia as Mammon praised Gola Mosca, the assistant of Varia, for caring out Xanxus' deed.

"What's going on," Yamamoto asked. "Kill the weak. That is one of the reasons why Varia one of the most powerful organizations. Lussuria panicked because he was afraid of that," explained Reborn. A few of Varia laughed at that, and Ryohei was going to check up on Lussuria. But one of the Cervellos blocked him, and the other confirmed that Lussuria can no longer fight. Announcing that Ryohei won the match, they also said that they will announce the next match after each one. Aina was trembling, terrified at what just happened, but also tried to stand there and cry for Lussuria. He didn't deserve to die; he was just scared of being disposed of when all he needed was time to heal. If she cried for him, without a doubt someone in Varia would just insult her about crying for Lussuria.

Squalo appeared he wanted to fight next, eager to get his and Yamamoto's battle done and over with. They ignored him, and said they would now be announcing the next match. "Tomorrow night's battle will be," the Cervello paused causing tension to build. "Thunder." Aina looked down at the sleeping Lambo and then across over to Varia to the spiky haired man from the other time. "The battle between the Guardians of Thunder." And with that, they left.

Kyoko had returned later, trying to figure out what her brother was doing. Putting Tsuna on the spotlight. Aina felt terrible for Tsuna who was antagonizing over telling her the truth and lying. If he told her it was a life-or-death match, Aina doubted Kyoko would want her brother fighting in such a thing. "Well," Tsuna started to say. "It's a sumo wrestling match," the rest said. Tsuna turned around, even surprised Aina said it along with Yamamoto, Gokudera, and Reborn.

"It's a hybrid sumo wrestling match held in a ring," Gokudera explained. "It's pretty popular it seems. That was a pretty good match, kid," said Yamamoto. "Yeah." Reborn replied instantly. "It was definitely exhilarating, I was always on edge," Aina added. Tsuna stared at the group, wondering why they were all lying. Particularly Aina who was one of Kyoko's friends; Tsuna didn't understand why she was lying to her. "Then it really was…" Kyoko said before Ryohei came up and said what he told her in the classroom. They headed home after Ryohei gave Tsuna the completed Sun ring.

Aina sighed, glancing over at Tsuna with a smile. "I guess I'll see you all tomorrow night. I better head home before Ren-ni and Rei-ni get mad at me," Aina said. Gokudera and Yamamoto said they were going to see her home, so they were the ones currently walking with her. After a while, Gokudera seemingly couldn't understand how she had siblings. "I thought you didn't have siblings." Aina laughed at his comment. "They're my cousins actually. But my father adopted them after aunty passed away since no one wanted to deal with the troublemaking twins. They live on their own, but they always stay over when okaasan is overseas." Aina explained, getting a nod of approval from Yamamoto.

"Aina-san, didn't you say that your cousins did club activities," Yamamoto asked. Aina nodded as they approached a traditional looking house. She opened the door, saying "Tadaima" loud enough as she took off her shoes. "Welcome home," two voices replied back. Gokudera frowned not liking the sounds of the two men's voices. "Excuse us," Yamamoto said, taking his shoes off as well and entered the house. Gokudera looked at him shocked, but followed suit since he did want to see who these twins were. Aina lead them into the dining area, and sitting at the table were two light brown haired men. One with the shaggy chin length hair looked up, chopsticks in mouth as he stared at the boys with curious light brown eyes.

"Ah, imouto brought male friends over Ren," one twin said. The man wearing thin black wired box framed glasses turned his head towards the teens. Gokudera flinched at that stern, analyzing stare from that pair of green irises. Also, unlike Rei, Ren appeared to be much more neater looking. His hair didn't look like he rolled out of bed, smoothed pretty much for the chin length hair. He also wore a button down long sleeve shirt and dress pants whereas Rei wore a white t-shirt that had paint stains on it with jeans with similar stains. "Nice to meet you. We're Aina-san's classmates," Yamamoto said cheerfully.

Ren stared between the two, looking as if he wasn't at all pleased by the whole matter these two boys brought his little sister home. Ren and Rei always consider Aina their sister, even if they were technically cousins legally and strangers by blood. "Uh huh," Ren said slowly. Aina had a sweat drop formed behind her head. Good thing she never brought Hibari here; Ren would be slamming him with questions and Rei would probably say something to irritate the dark haired teen. "Glad to know our sister is making some guy friends," Rei said with a smile.

"What do you want," curtly Ren said. Gokudera flinched again, finding Ren completely intimidating and irritating. It was no wonder Aina could handle Hibari; with a cousin like him, she'd be able to handle the fighting crazed committee president no problem. "Ren-ni, Rei-ni," Aina said as she walked over to place her hands onto the table. "Which clubs were you two in school? I told my friends you were in some, but I seem to forget which one you two were in." Ren blinked, staring at his little sister before shaking his head. Rei chuckled, finding it funny how she forgot about that. Then again, she was so little when they were in school doing activities. She probably only recalled she helped bandaged them up.

Ren sighed, looking over at the two boys who were still standing there. "Is that it?" Yamamoto nodded at the inquiry from the stern twin. "Oh that's easy," Rei said with a grin. "I may not look it, but I did kendo while Ren over there did archery." Ren pushed his glasses up, casting a glare over the rim at his counterpart. "We still do kendo and archery, baka." Rei laughed at Ran's flat remark, which was the truth. They both still do those activates even after leaving school.

Yamamoto blinked, surprised by that little bit of information. "Then is it possible that tomorrow I can spar with you, Rei-san," inquired Yamamoto. He really wanted a sparring partner; who better to ask than Aina's cousin. Rei blinked, tilting his head at the mentioning of sparing. "Eh? Really?" When Yamamoto nodded that he really wanted to spar with him, Rei shrugged. "Alright, but I may not go easy on you," warned the twin. Gokudera really didn't understand why the jock wanted to spar with the guy.

"You can't" Ren commented. Rei frowned at that and inquired, "why not?" Ren gave a peeved stare at his brother, knowing the fool was forgetting his work. "You have paintings that need to be done. Or did you forget that you're being commissioned to do portraits?" Rei gave a nervous laughed at the bleak statements at him. "Ah ha… Right, sorry kid, but work comes first," Rei said apologetically. "It's alright, I understand," Yamamoto said with a smile. While they talked, Gokudera was doing his own mental evaluation of Rei Shinamoto.

From what the white hair teen could see, Rei wouldn't even match up to Squalo. Aina tweaked Gokudera's nose, causing him to yell and look at her funny. "Rei-ni is a lot stronger than what he looks," Aina said sternly. "He's just laid back when he's not doing kendo because that's his personality." Gokudera grumbled, rubbing his nose. Ren got up quickly from his chair, and he pat Aina on her head. "I'll see them out. You on the other hand should eat, bathe, and head to bed. You have school tomorrow." Aina nodded, sitting down and having Rei serve her up a plate.

When Gokudera and Yamamoto were being shown back to the front door, Ren grabbed Gokudera's arm to stop him before the two headed on their own way. "I do appreciate you bringing Aina home," Ren said. He looked at the two, and then he glanced down the road. A faint smile on his lips when he thought about his sister, and the smile faded as he returned his attention back to the teens in front of him. "I don't normally approve of male friends, but Aina seems to have found a much better bunch this time. All I ask is don't drag her into dangerous things." Ren pushed his glasses up with one finger, and the look in his eyes caused both teens to take a step back from him.

The feral look in his eyes very much reminded the two of Hibari when he was about to bite someone. "If you do, then I won't guarantee if you'll walk for a while. I don't like her being in danger. She is, after all, our precious sister. Now, goodnight," Ren said, stepping back inside. Gokudera didn't know if he saw an adult version of Hibari, or this was completely hidden from Aina and she was unaware of the vicious beast in her cousin. "Wow, he must really love Aina-san if he threatens us," Yamamoto commented. Gokudera slide him a disbelieving look at how calm this guy was.

Did the idiot not see the threatening aura on that guy? If he had a weapon, more than likely he would have it at both their throats. Sighing, Gokudera and Yamamoto parted ways to go home. Evidently Aina had her own vicious pair protecting her. And those twins were going to be far more helpful later for both Gokudera and Yamamoto.

zio: means "uncle" in Italian

nonni: means "grandparents" in Italian

Acchi ni ike: "Go away"

caro: means "dear" in Italian.

ganbatte: "Hang in there"

grande fratello: roughly means "big brother" in Italian.

imouto: "Little sister" Never used with "chan" or "kun", except for the purpose to look her down. "Imouto-san" is used when talking about someone's sister.

baka: "idiot"

Kissanpennun: Well, now that this chapter is a wrap, I hope you enjoyed it. And yes, I did deliberately hint that the twins were going to be in the chapters dealing with the future arch. I am sending Aina in the future with the rest of them. :3 Should be fun to see how Aina grew up before she swapped with her younger self. Also, I do realize I might have characterized Ren similar to Hibari or Alaude. I like to think he's the more serious twin and is always like that; Rei on the other hand is similarly laid back and lax on such things much like Yamamoto.

But put the twins in battle, they are not so nice. ;3 I always like hinting stuff and similarities because it helps with linking them in the series. And yes, I threw in that Varia flashback because it plays it's part. If you want to guess what it means, by all means, try and figure out just who Aina is related to. I'm trying to be more mysterious this time than blatantly stating similarities like I did last time. o.e Well, I actually didn't do it blatantly, it just appeared so obvious when I wrote it the first time. D'x

Anyways, hopefully you enjoyed this chapter. Next time, we're going to see the thunder match and the storm match. :3 So, until next time, ciao-ne!

Chapter 6: The Rose's vow to the Thunder and Storm Guardians

Although watching Ryohei's fight was terrible, Aina came at the end of Lambo's match. Seeing the little boy lose, Xanxus' smug look as he takes the ring from Tsuna makes her mad. Mad enough for her to summon her flames once more up against him. What will happen? Will she strike him? After that little incident, she promises herself when she seems Lambo in the hospital she won't let that happen again. She'll have to find a way to control her temper, and also she'll find a way to protect him until he's able to fight on his own. She also sees Gokudera's match. How will Aina react to his battle? Will she mentally become stronger? Will the bonds between them grow stronger? And will Aina save the group from possibly being bitten by Hibari? Until next time. :3 Jaa ne!