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Chapter 11

"Hey idiot, are you done?"

Hotaru was sitting on one of the chairs of the round table. The table already had a red over white tablecloth covering it for the event tomorrow. The raven haired girl was watching her best friend who was now mopping the last speck of dirt she had found. Everyone else already left because it was getting dark.

Mikan gave a sigh of relief and wiped the drops of sweat that was on her forehead. She looked at the place and marvelled how the floor sparkled and shined. A smile spread across her face as she eyed the balloons, the streamers, the banners and all the things they have prepared for Natsume's special night. Everything was perfect and she knew Natsume was going to like it.

Mikan returned the bucket and mop to their proper place in a janitor's closet and nodded to Hotaru as a sign that they could leave.

"So what's your plan now, Mikan?" Hotaru asked a daydreaming Mikan as they made their way to the parking lot where Hotaru's car was.

"Huh?" Mikan snapped out from her imaginations of what tomorrow would be like and looked at her best friend.

"What do you plan to do? Come'on. I'm not some idiot. I know you like him and might even love him." Hotaru said and rolled her eyes at Mikan. They got in Hotaru's car and she started the engine and started heading for the dorms which weren't that far by car. Mikan had been very silent and Hotaru could see that she was thinking really hard.

"I don't know, Hotaru. Yes, I do like him and maybe even love him but I'm scared." Mikan said softly and looked out the window.

"Scared of what?" Hotaru asked.

"I'm scared that he won't return the feelings I have for him and, Hotaru, you know why I can't let anyone be so close to me. I'm already putting your family and you in danger just because our families are well acquainted! I've already put so many people at risk. I can't bear to put the guy I love in there too." Mikan's eyes started to well up. She could feel the heat coming up to her face and she let it all out. She let the tears fall and Hotaru hugged her and cried with her. She comforted her and patted her back. Now, they have already arrived at the dorms but they stayed in the parking lot.

"And what if he won't like the real me?" Mikan sobbed.

Hotaru let out a short laugh.

"Mikan, nobody could hate you. You are beautiful inside and out and that's why you're my best friend. Hyuuga will like you. I've seen the way he looks at you. If he doesn't then it's his loss. So go, confess your love for him. Every princess deserves a prince. If Hyuuga really loves you, he'll accept you for who you are, no matter who you are." Hotaru said as she wiped a tear off Mikan's face.

"You're the best, Hotaru." Mikan smiled, wiped all the snot and tears on her face and she and Hotaru got out of the car.

"Hotaru?" Mikan said as they walked their way towards the elevators.

"Hm?" Hotaru replied and they got in the elevators.

"What's going on between you and Ruka?" Mikan smiled evilly and the elevator doors shut with a DING! , after showing a very…very red Hotaru Imai.

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Mikan was standing before their room door looking very nervous. She was pacing around back and forth if she would enter or not.

Mikan's POV

You can do this Mikan! Breeeeathe! Inhale…Exhale….He will like you! You won't get rejected. It's tonight or never. It's time to blurt your heart out to that hot, lovable, perverted jerk that is behind that door. One, Two, Three…

Click

"Nat? Are you here?" I called out as I closed and locked the door behind me.

I didn't hear anyone so I permitted myself to walk in Natsume's room. HAHA, nobody actually paid attention to the my-half-your-half thing.

"Natsume?" I said once again as I peeked through the doorframe.

Omigosh he's snoring! Awwwwwee! I wish I could take a picture!

My heart tugged and my emotion fell in between of relief and disappointment. So I was not confessing to him tonight. Maybe I'll have more ounce of confidence in the morning. I went near Natsume's sleeping figure and stroked his cheek. It was smooth as a baby's butt. I was so tempted to give him a good night kiss so that he won't have any nightmares. He slept like a baby. But I know it would just wake him so I slowly and quietly went out of his room and went into mine.

The bed never felt this good before. My muscles ached because of all the cleaning I did and my eyelids started to drop. I knew I needed all the rest I could get because tomorrow was a big day. I got up and hid the boxes with the bracelets in the closet before I went to tuck myself in and sleep.

End of Mikan's POV

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Bang! Bang! Bang!

The brunette covered her ears with the pillow annoyingly but the banging just wouldn't stop!

"Mikan, wake up!"

"What is it?!" Mikan yelled back to the person who was banging on their door. She was surprised that Natsume hadn't gone up and punched the person behind it. Mikan lazily made her way to the door and opened it with a very angry look on her face.

"What?!...Hotaru?"

Her anger quickly died down when she saw her best friend standing in front of her. She was holding a huge gun and was about to bring the door down if ever Mikan didn't open it the next time she banged.

"It's about time!" Hotaru cried out and pushed Mikan back into the room.

"What is it now, Hotaru?" Mikan pouted and sat at the couch.

"Have you forgotten what day it is? Look at the time!" Hotaru said and led her way to Mikan's room and opening her closet.

"It's 10?! The party started an hour ago?! How could I have overslept?!" Mikan panicked and followed Hotaru to her room but after she peeked at Natsume's room and found out that he was no longer there.

Hotaru was now getting out every gorgeous dress Mikan owned.

"Hotaru, I can't wear those! They're my mom's designs! Everyone will notice!" Mikan said and rushed to the bathroom to take a bath.

Hotaru ignored her and started to choose which dress was the best. Since she wanted Mikan to be Natsume's leading lady at the party she went for a dangerously red long gown, since it was a formal party. It was a tube and the front had a medium sized V cut and the back was bare just up to just before the waist.

Mikan got out of the shower after a couple of minutes and went to Hotaru for her outfit.

"That's too revealing, Hotaru!" Mikan scolded and started to look for other dresses.

"Don't be such a kid and wear it, idiot. I'm heading out. Ruka needs help with the fan girls. I expect to see you there before lunch starts and please don't wear your disguise, we'll just tell people that it's the make-up." Hotaru went out and left Mikan to her dress.

Back at the Party an hour ago to the present time…

NATSUME'S POV

"Happy Birthday, Natsume-sama! I heard a lot of people greet me when I entered the room at Crimson Hotel. Really? They did all of this for me? I took a glance at my best friend and found him smiling at me. I knew I had a look of shock on my face but I wasn't going to let anybody enjoy that look and went back to my emotionless one just as quick.

I didn't even know it was my birthday today. Imagine my surprise when Ruka was suddenly in my room with people I didn't know and started bathing me and dressing me up in a tux. I was trying to object but I knew I was defenceless and just let them drag me to this hotel.

Ruka led me to a table at the center of my room. It had a large cake that said 'Happy Birthday' and when I looked all around the room, one corner was filled with posters and signs and banners written for me.

I saw that everybody was there, everyone in my class. Everyone was in formal attire and smiling at me. I couldn't help but give them a little grin.

"Thanks, Ruka. I knew you're always the mastermind for cheesy parties such as these" I said to my bestest friend and gave him a man hug.

I sat down at my table with Ruka, Hotaru, Koko and Sumire. One chair was vacant and I didn't need to ask who that seat was for because there was already names on cardboards that said who sits where.

Imai caught me looking at the empty seat and gave me a nod. She stood up and went out of the room.

The program was now being opened by Narumi.

After a few minutes Hotaru was back and helped Ruka out with the uninvited guests, more fan girls. But I couldn't see anyone with her.

"Where is that idiot?" I muttered to myself hoping no one had heard me.

End of Natsume's POV

Mikan's Room PRESENT

Mikan's POV

I'm all ready to party. I smile at myself in the mirror and admired the dress. I definitely didn't expect how stunning I looked. I almost didn't recognize myself. I had my long brown, golden hair in curls. My make-up was intact, not so little, and not too much. I'm going to confess to Natsume. I smiled again at the thought. I got my purse and placed the box with the 'FOREVER' bracelet in and decided to leave the other box on my bedside table. I took a deep breath and headed for the door.

I called up my driver and he was there in no time and off we went to Crimson Hotel that was a 20 minute drive.

I stepped out of the car and confidently stride towards the elevator. I pressed the button which had 3rd on it and waited patiently while listening to the soft music playing. No one was in with me so I thought that everybody was already at the party.

The elevator started to suddenly shake and continued its way up to the fifth floor, without stopping at the 3rd at all! I tried to press the button with the bell on it and also repeatedly press the open button. The light flickered on and off and I was scared. Finally, the doors opened an inch and the elevator was already out of power. I was stopped in between the 6th and 7th floor. I wanted to cry out for help, trying to peek at the one-inch crack through the door. I was starting to sweat a lot and I could feel the make-up smudging on my face.

No, I can't stay here, I must get to Natsume and be there for him on his birthday. I took in a huge amount of breath and started to rub my hands. I placed each hand on one of the doors and started to force it open. I gave the first try all my power and I could see it started opening up some distance. I gave it another try and doubled my effort. I could feel the sweat tickling down my face.

"Urgh!" I let out a groan and I felt myself pushed back as the doors opened. I could feel a painful sting on the back of my head as it collided with the opposite wall. My left foot somehow twisted itself and my tears started to well up in my eyes because of the pain. My head was more painful than my now sprained foot.

"Shit" I cursed and reached for the back of my head, the other hand on my foot. I'm starting to feel very, very dizzy. I mustn't stop now. I could feel Natsume's aura just behind that door after I've gone through the elevator doors which could already fit me. With all my might, I got up and limped towards the room.

End of Mikan's POV

Hotaru saw Mikan just entering the room. Was she…limping? Hotaru didn't feel right and went to her best friend as quickly as she could. Mikan greeted her with an awkward smile. Hotaru was surprised at what a wreck her make-up look.

"What took you so long? What happened to you?" Hotaru said as she dragged Mikan in a corner and tried to fix her up to make her look presentable again.

"Nothing, Hotaru. I was just in a hurry that's why I'm starting to sweat like a pig. Thanks." She thanked Hotaru for fixing her up and they both went to the table.

Natsume's POV

"Hi Natsume! Happy Birthday!" I know that voice all too well. I looked behind me and found a girl with Hotaru in a stunning dress. The girl was way beyond stunning and had a huge smile on her face. I swore I heard Mikan but where is she? Who's this girl next to Hotaru.

"Thanks." I muttered to the girl. I didn't have anything to say because I was too lost for words.

She beamed at me and went near me to hug me.

"Happy Birthday, Nat!" She said again and when I heard her voice I instantly returned the hug she gave but let her go all too quickly.

I held her shoulders so she faced me. She had that cute confused look on her face but I was too busy studying how she looked tonight.

"Don't recognize her, huh?" Hotaru said and smiled a little.

"Are you really the polka-dotted panty wearing room mate of mine?" I said to her playfully but still not so sure.

She frowned and punched me on the arm, which kind of hurt by the way.

"You perverted jerk!" She said as she punched me.

Yehp. She really is my Polka. I smiled at her and she seemed confused but smiled right back at me. I swear at that moment it felt like we were the only ones in the room.

"And now let's call up to the stage Natsume's guest of honor! Mikan Sakura!" Narumi's voice boomed out from the speakers disturbing mine and polka's moment.

I glared at him and released Polka from my grip. She went up the stage so slowly that my eyes went to her feet to look at what was the problem with her walking. She was limping. I was starting to worry. What had happened to her?

She got on stage and smiled at Narumi when he gave her the microphone.

"I just want to say, thank you all for coming and I'm sorry I came in late. Natsume, I hoped you liked our little surprise. It's for everything you have done for us. Even though you are a jerk sometimes…well okay..all the time (everyone laughed at this), we still love you. You've been very helpful to all of us without you knowing. You're special to us and to me."

My heart was beating all too fast. I could feel my face go red from all the happiness that was flowing inside me. I was special to her? I couldn't help but smile at the person talking on stage. She continued her speech and my ears were all tuned up to listen.

"I know we started off bad at first and I know I hated you back then but things started to change. You were becoming a part of me now, a friend. And as a friend, I care about you a lot and I wanted to let you know how grateful I am for having someone like you. Thank you for everything, Natsume. You made my heart beat like crazy. You're always on my head and I can't get you out of it. Most importantly, you're in my heart. I couldn't live without you, Nat. As a gift, here it is!" She produced a box from her purse and showed it to everybody but didn't open it. Her eyes bore into mine. I just couldn't take my eyes off hers. She then started to cry, but she was smiling…How I wanted to just hug her and kiss her! But I stood glued to the floor beneath me.

"What's written here is what I think of you. What you are to me. I'm just going to go ahead and say this thing that's been bugging me for the past days. I love you, Natsume! I really do and I hope you feel—"

It all happened too fast. She was pouring her heart out and suddenly she collapsed.

I rushed to the stage before anyone could.

"Call an ambulance!" I yelled at no one in particular and everybody began to panic. I knelt beside the unconscious brunette and lifted her head unto my lap.

"Mikan! Mikan! Wake up, please." I said loud enough for her to hear me so that she could open those eyes.

"Mikan! I love you too! Please…Wake up.." I held on to her and my eyes started to water. I couldn't hold back the tears. I felt my hand going wet from where I supported her head with and looked at it..blood! I was beginning to panic.

"Mikan, no…Mikan, I love you too…Do you hear me? Please wake up…"

End of Natsume's POV

End of Chapter 11

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