Hi people! Here is the next chapter and I hope that you will like it more than previouse one. Because as I can tell from your reviews you didn't like last one. As I promised this chapter is more dramatic. Hope you will enjoy it. Sorry for my English, if you will find any mistakes tell me ; )

Chapter 3

Voice

PVC Natsuki

"…lover?"

There in the middle of the crowd I saw Kanzaki Reito… He slowly moved through the crowd and smile as always was seen on his face. I looked at Shizuru and froze… Smiling, she moved towards him and hugged. Not letting him go their lips pressed in gentle kiss. I didn't know what to do. I wanted to scream and run away. I wanted to hit Reito so hard, that he would fly to Afrika. 'What is wrong with me?! Shizuru is a free being and it is she who has to decide with whom to be! Besides I'm dead and she doesn't even know about my existence… She doesn't know that person like Kuga Natsuki has ever existed in this world. But it was my wish. I didn't want her to suffer. If she is happy with him, then I'll be happy too.' But seeing them kissing didn't make me feel better. I think I will need some time to use to it.

Finally they broke the kiss and hugging each other tighter, Shizuru spoke first.

"How was your trip to France? And how did you find me?"

"Well isn't it Mais graduation today? I think it was logical to come here and find you" he smiled while caressing Shizurus hair "And trip could be better, if you were by my side" he kissed her on top of her head.

"I was really lonely without you. Besides why didn't you call me to tell when you are coming back?"

"And ruin surprise? I thought you know me better. Especially when we are similar"

Shizuru just smiled what made me feel worse. Not because she was happy, no… I feel bad, because it isn't me who makes her happy. And I never be able to do it again… But I still will be with you no matter what. I won't leave you ever again!

"Oh, stop bugging each other already! It is Yukinos and Mais graduation today!" said Haruka crossing hands on her chest.

"It is 'hugging' Haruka-chan" corrected Yukino.

"That's what I said"

"She will never change" I smirked and was very glad that someone got Shizurus and Reitos attention. 'I sure will need some time to use to them' I thought while looking at two lovebirds, who now were staying by each other side, hugging each other on the waist.

"Forgive us Suzushiro-san" apologized Reito.

"How many times do I have to tell you that Haruka is fine"

"Gome" he smiled with apologizing smile.

Haruka just smirked.

"Oh, ones more happy graduation Mai and Yukino"

"Thank you Reito" answered Mai and Yukino in one voice and then laughed.

"And you too Tate"

"Thanks… so what are we going to do now?"

"How about karaoke?" exclaimed Mai.

'Yep, you really didn't change Mai' I smiled looking at my innocent, karaoke fan friend.

"Not again!" protested Tate.

"What do you mean by that?" Mai made angry face.

"I like karaoke!" shouted Mikoto.

"Good girl" said Mai and patted Mikoto on her head.

"Ok! I give up!" shouted Tate pulling his hand up in air.

"Great! Are you coming with us?" asked Mai facing other friends.

"Well, you invited me so I'm with you till the end" smiled Shizuru "Can Reito come with us?"

"Sure! Haruka, Yukino?"

"Well…" started Haruka.

"With great pleasure" ended Yukino.

"But I didn't say 'yes' yet!" protested blond haired girl.

"So you won't come with me?" Yukino made sad face.

"What?! No way I'm going to leave you in such a big day!"

"Thank you Haruka-chan" Yukino gently smiled at her best friend.

'Yukino, you have been in Shizurus company for too long! You are such a teaser as she!' I thought looking at smiling brunette.

"We all are coming!" exclaimed Midori putting her hand on Mai's shoulder.

"Great!" Mai only smiled when everybody nodded in agreement.

It was the first time when I was glad to be a ghost. Everybody who came to karaoke as always should change into stupid outfits and sing a song. I was dieing from laughter, if it is even possible, when I saw Nao in Playboy bunny outfit singing 'I'm Barbie girl'! Two long, white ears were seen on her head and a little fluffy tail on her butt. She also was wearing strip thighs and black corset. I couldn't help it. Naos angry and flushed face made me fell on the floor. She never will stop to make me laugh. I still wonder how did she agree to come here?

Everything was fantastic, till… It was Shizurus turn. With Mais agreement she could sing together with Reito, who was making all his best to not come onto the stage. But Shizuru never gives up and finally Reito agreed. Soon on the stage came Reito dressed as soldier and after him came Shizuru. I froze when my eyes began to analyze every part of her body which was wearing now long, red dress which perfectly showed her figure. Everything that I could was admiring her. The song began and they started to sing. Now, I really wanted to be the one who was standing near Shizuru and singing with her. 'I can't believe that I want to sing and wear stupid uniform'. The song was called 'Listen to your heart' by Roxette, which made me to want to be alive even more. How hard it wasn't, but I have to admit. Their singing is really good. I always knew that Shizuru is a good singer, but I never thought that Reito is good singer too. It seems that they really make a very nice couple. After this thought, pain appeared in my chest making me to turn my head away from them. The song ended and I heard whistles. I turned around, but I think better would be if I didn't. Shizuru and Reito were in a thigh embrace, passionately kissing each other. 'I have to bear with it. She has got new life now and I'm not in it. If you are happy, Shizuru, then I'm happy too' Some seconds later, they broke the kiss and letting each other went back to the changing room.

It was about eight o'clock in the evening when people began to separate. Midori, drunk as always was dragged by Nao who was cursing everyone. She still remembered her first meeting with Midori as a HiME. Back then Midori was going to through out on her. The memories made me smile. Waving goodbyes to each other, my friends went into different directions. Mikoto saying goodbye to Mai went together with her best friend Nao, who was trying not to fall under teachers weigh. 'How sad that you can't hear me Nao. I would gladly make fun of you now' and throwing my last glance into their direction, I followed after my dear Shizuru who was still in Reitos embrace. 'I wonder, how much time I will need to get used to them'.

After karaoke, they were just walking around the city and talking about different staffs. As I understood from their conversation Reito visited France, because of families business. After some walking he asked Shizuru to the restaurant. She only nodded in agreement. Soon we found ourselves in a big French restaurant, which was full with customers. I looked around, but didn't find free places. 'I guess they will have to go to another restaurant'.

"Ara, it seems that they are full"

"Don't worry I have already reserved a table for us" he smiled waving to the waiter.

"Really? You never stop surprising me" Shizuru answered and poked his nose. He only laughed.

"Can I help you?" asked waiter.

"Yes, I have reserved table at name Kanzaki Reito."

"Ah, yes. Please follow me"

After that we followed after waiter. 'I wonder where he is taking us. I don't see any free tables.' For my surprise, he took us to the stairs. Could it be that Reitos table is on balcony? Not stopping waiter went upstairs and we after him. Soon we found ourselves in front of big wooden door with golden handles and outlines.

"Have a nice evening" and with this words, waiter left.

"You have reserved table on the balcony?" Shizuru asked.

Reito only nodded.

"Why?"

"You will see" and not saying a word, he opened the door.

A big balcony with round table in the middle appeared in front of us. The balcony was really big and some musicians were seen not far from the table. As soon as we entered, romantic music was heard. On the table lay white table-cloth and two candles. Shizuru slowly moved to the table and gasped from the view which she saw. There behind the table was a beautiful view of night city.

"What a nice view"

"Yes, it is. But I have to admit. You are even more beautiful."

"Oh stop it Reito"

Not saying a word they approached towards the table and sat down. I stood by Shizurus side watching night city. Slowly I turned my gaze at Shizuru. 'I have to agree with him. Nothing can be compared with your beauty'. While I was appreciating her, waiter came to the table. He gave them menu and kindled candles. Bowing his head, he left.

"What are we celebrating today?" asked Shizuru looking in to the menu.

"How about my return?"

"Yes, you are right" answered she reaching for his hand, which find its way to hers.

Once more I turned my head away. It was too painful to look at them, when they were so close and happy. How I wish to touch her, to feel her… While I was thinking, waiter came back. With corner of my eyes I looked in their direction. Still holding each other and not leaving each others eyes they made their order. The waiter wrote everything down and left two lovebirds alone, well if not counting musicians and me of course.

After good meal and talks, Reito asked her to dance. Shizuru always liked dancing, so she happily accepted his purpose. I hated myself, while watching them dancing. Shizuru asked me to dance with her many times, but I always rejected her. I never liked dancing and I was really bad in it. But now I would give everything for this… for dance with her… Lowering my gaze at the floor I sighed.

"Shizuru, we know each other from childhood, don't we?" I heard Reitos voice, but I didn't care.

"Yes" I heard Shizurus soft voice.

"And we are dating each other for two years…"

That definitely got my attention. I raised my head and stared at two, who were hugging each other while dancing. 'Two years?! But I died two months ago! Could it be that Shizuru was cheating? No, she would never cheay on me. Maybe… I can't believe that He changed their memories so much!'

"That's why…" he continued pulling back from Shizuru. 'I wonder what he is planning'. Better I didn't think that. Right then and there Reito knelt in front of her while looking for something in his pocket. Shizurus eyes widened as she pulled both hands to her mouth. 'Please no that, not now… I'm not ready yet' But it really was what I thought. Not leaving his gaze from her he pulled out a little, black box from his pocket.

"Shizuru…" he spoke "You are the most charming woman whom I have ever met. A lot of people would like to kill me after that, but I don't care. You are my most precious one, that is why…" he opened the box "Will you marry me?"

Shizuru was lost, she didn't know how to response. She stared at shining diamond on the ring and then at Reito. Tears began to ran down her face. With shaking voice she answered.

"I think a lot of people would like to kill me too. When they will hear my answer…"

"Do I have to take it as 'Yes'?"

"Yes…"

Smiling Reito stood up and took Shizurus hand into his. He took ring out of the box and put it on Shizurus ring finger. Not letting her hand, he leaned forward and soon their lips pressed in slow and tender kiss.

My whole body began to shake. I swear that tears would run from my eyes if they could. It was so painful to see them like this, to understand that I will never be able to be so close to her.

It was about twelve o'clock when Shizuru came back home. After propose they danced for some time. Then Reito took her back home. She asked him to stay and for my pleasure he resisted her invitation, saying that she have to think for some time. To think if she really is ready for that. Now she and I were in her bedroom. As she entered her room she went to the shower and I with her. This time I didn't turn my back. My green ghost eyes were staring at her beautiful body which was coward in water. How I wish to be the water pills which are so freely falling down her body. I wanted to reach for her, to touch her, but I couldn't. I didn't want her to be cold.

During the shower she sometimes looked at her new ring and every time she touched it, smile grew on her face. I couldn't bare it anymore, so I left her. I sat down at the edge of her bed looking into the mirror which was in front of me. But all I saw was empty bed. I closed my eyes and clenched my teeth trying to suppress pain which remind in all parts of my soul. Soon I heard opening of the door. I slowly turned my head and saw Shizuru in a white towel. She is so beautiful but thoughts about today's events made me turn around. 'I can't look at her… She doesn't belong to me anymore… But I'm her angel, am I not?' this thoughts made me face her once more. Now she was slowly moving towards the mirror and smile still was playing on her face. It made me smile; if she is happy then I will be too.

She slowly sat in front of the mirror and took comb. With slow movements she began to comb her hair while tuning a melody. It took my attention and more pain found its place in my body. 'This melody…' It was the same melody which I and Shizuru liked to tune when we were together; when we were alone…This melody belonged to the song which we were singing during one of the karaoke parties. After singing I admitted my feelings toward her and our lips met in tender kiss. The taste of her lips flew in my mind and I gently caressed my lips with fingertips. Smiling, I stood up and went towards her placing myself behind her back. Standing there I began to tune melody with her. My eyes didn't leave her smiling face and warm feeling began to form inside of me. 'Maybe I can bear with it after all…' And when the melody ended I whispered looking at her reflection.

"Shizuru…"

For my surprise she stopped combing her hair and turned around.

"Who is there?"

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