Me: Yay! Chapter 8 is finished!

Kashino: *glances at Ichigo* *forced excitement* Yipee!

Me: Please enjoy the chapter!

Kashino: Mikashi doesn't own Yumeiro Patissiere or Shugo Chara

Yumeiro Chara Doki-Doki!

Chapter 8: Heart Breaking Pain

Amu stood in shock, her jaw down. What was he doing here? Different memories of him raced through her head.

"A-Amu?" Ichigo shook her gently by the shoulders.

"Ah..." Amu shook her head and drew her gaze away from Ikuto, "I'm okay."

Ikuto took a look at what he thought was a bubblegum pink haired beauty. How he wished to explain, simply to assure her he hadn't changed. Surely she was shocked to see him as a teacher of all things.

"Tsukiyomi-san is quite younger than most student teachers," Sensei continued, "I hope you all treat him well."

"Yo," Ikuto said simply, briefly waving his hand, "it's a pleasure to meet you."

"It will be a pleasure working with you as well Tsukiyomi-senpai." The entire class replied, bowing.

"Now," Sensei clapped her hands, "continue with your work."

Amu didn't move, almost like she was frozen. "Oy, Hinamori," Kashino said, not looking up from his chocolate cream, "Get back to work."

She nodded, but didn't move, "Come on Amu-chan." Su's faced looked distraught.

"Hinamori-san," Andou's voice sounded slightly edgy, "what were you trying to tell me?"

"I..." Amu looked crushed, "I'll be back." She told Sensei she needed some air.

"Of course Hinamori-san, but be back soon."

Doki! ~

Amu ran out of the classroom, and Ikuto felt seriously concerned and guilty. She was upset with him and nothing had change since... Then... "Excuse me Sensei; I want to check on Hinamori-san." He felt weird using her last name.

"Just leave her alone Tsukiyomi," Sensei gave him the cold stare, "you've already been late for your first day."

"But..."

"Go watch the A group, my elite students." Sensei's voice was sharp. Her tone spoke, "Don't push it."

Ikuto sulked away from her and toward the group of elites. "Ah!" Ichigo exclaimed, seeing him come over, "Good morning, Tsukiyomi-senpai!" The bubbly brunette waved.

"Hi," he replied shortly.

"My name is Amano Ichigo," Ichigo wouldn't stop talking, "these are my teammates..."

"Hanabusa Satsuki," the green haired one replied with a flip of his hair.

"Andou Sennosuke," The dark haired one sulked.

"Kashino Makoto," The blond haired one said. The name struck Ikuto's ears with familiarity...

*Flashback*

"Who's your victim this time?"

"A boy with a sweets spirit, his name is Kashino Makoto."

*End of Flashback*

The victim, it was the victim! Ikuto cleared his throat, "Kashino-san, please follow me to the hallway."

Kashino sighed and rubbed his forehead, "What is it Tsukiyomi-senpai?"

"Nothing, follow me into the hallway." Kashino put down his icing knife and walked out into the hallway. "Excuse me," Ikuto nodded and walked away.

Doki! ~

Amu ran and ran, not even caring where she was going. "AMU!" Her chara's were screaming at her, trying to catch up.

She finally stopped by the dorm rooms. Breathing hard and heavy, she sank down to the ground. "Amu..." Her chara's had caught up.

"I'm going to get something," Amu disappeared into the dorm rooms and emerged a few minutes later. She was wearing a pink one piece swim suit and had her school clothes in a bag. Her hair had been combed and pulled back into a bun.

"What about school Amu?" Dia asked she was worried sick.

"I'm not going back there, at least now right now." Amu brought her hand to her eyes.

"Please don't cry Amu-chan," Ran's voice cracked, "He never meant for..."

"I don't want to talk about it," Amu put her hand down, "it's too soon, that's for sure. Later, I'll deal with him later."

"But he never meant..."

"I said LATER!" Amu yelled.

None of her chara's said anything. Amu ran to the lake she discovered, the sun glittered in its reflection. The tall grass swayed slightly, the roses giving the sweetest smell. Setting her bag down Amu inhaled deeply. She then plunged into the lake, letting the cold water tickle her skin. Opening her eyes, Amu saw the sun filtering through the water. It looked amazing, like a dream, but the water couldn't wash away the pain, the guilt, the sorrow. She emerged from the water, shaking her head causing her hair to be freed from the bun.

After swimming for a bit, she dragged herself out of the water and into the nice rose garden. It was shaded from the sun and smelled oh so sweet. Just what Amu needed. The sweet smell of the roses lulled her to sleep. As her eyelids closed, she saw someone looking over her, the look of worry on their face.

Doki! ~

"I'm worried about Hinamori-san," Ikuto raked his hand through his hair.

"And I'm here why?" Kashino asked, blinking.

"I want you to find her," Ikuto replied.

"Why can't you, if you're so worried about her? I have a mille crepe to make." He tried to walk away, but Ikuto grabbed his arm. His face was distraught and worried.

"Please Kashino-san."

"... Only because you're the student teacher," Kashino shook his head and ran out to find Amu.

Doki! ~

Amu was awakened by a soft hand, lifting her carefully. She didn't open her eyes, she didn't move. She felt the sun's intense heat removed off her face. It was then she opened her eyes and sat up.

"I'm sorry, did I wake you?"

"K-Kashino?"

"Yeah, are you alright? I found you passing out in the rose garden."

"I'm fine..." She got up shakily and almost fell over. Kashino caught her.

"Hey... If you aren't feeling good, let me take you to the nurse."

"No... That gives him a chance to..."

"Amu," Kashino interrupted sharply, "Did I ever tell you, my entire family is made of doctors? They taught me everything. What you're doing to yourself isn't fair."

Amu said nothing, her head was pounding and she felt ready to pass out again. She noticed first that her clothes were changed into the pink St. Marie Academy uniform. "Who?"

"You're Shugo chara." Kashino adjusted his position. Amu noticed she was still leaning on him, "Do you want me to carry you to the nurse's office?"

"Sure," Amu could feel her knees shaking.

Kashino put one arm on the back of her knees, one on her back and scooped her up. "You okay?"

"Mhm," Amu replied breathlessly. Her breathing came in short, quick breathes. Her health had alarmingly declined over the course of a few hours.

"Come on," Kashino replied, "let's go."

Me: Just as a side note, you guys are probably reading this and going "So... Kashino and Amu?" Well no, that's just how it worked out so don't worry! I'm trying my best to make this Amuto and Kashigo. (Well slight Kashigo) Please bear with me! This is my first time bringing in Shugo Chara characters!

Amu: Please review! (And does anyone want to read Marrying into the Kashino Family? If so, Mikashi is thinking of making an entire series!)