Shade's POV
"Your birthday?" I asked as I watched Rein doing origami. I never really knew when her birthday was. It didn't really matter to me, but I am intrigued, just a little.
"Yep. Mine and Fine's. It's coming up really soon, so I really want to try to finish this," she said as she continued to fold strips of paper. "I've already decided that I want to give the best gift possible, so I'm trying really hard. Look, I made it well this time." In her hands I could see a tiny and glittering paper star. "I'll give this one to you Shade."
"What am I suppose to do with a scrap of paper that's been folded several times to make a shape?" Even though I say that, I still took it. Somehow it just enchants me. Maybe because it's shiny... but that's a really stupid reason. "So when exactly is it?"
"This weekend. You know, my mom and dad are coming too. They said that they had a really big surprise for me," she said smiling at me. "I can't wait to see what it is. What do you think that it could be Shade? Do you think they're going to take me and Fine out for a day of fun?"
"How am I suppose to know what your parents think?"
"Ah, it's so nice to know that you feel better than last week," she said smiling. "You were acting really weird, but it's nice to see that you're actually kind of like a human too. I acted acted a lot like that before, when Fine and my parents didn't visit. I didn't know what to think, so I threw things around and hurt the doctors and staff, but I still do that even now. Anyways, what I'm trying to say is if something happens again, I'll try to help you out."
I laughed a little. I'm stupid aren't I? "Really, when did I become so useless to the point where I need a human to help me?"
"Shade...Did you hit your head or something? You're acting really cheerful somehow," Rein said feeling my head for bumps. "I don't feel any bumps, but maybe you cracked your skull or something."
"I'm fine. I guess I'm happy that someone cares." I think the last time, was probably when I was awake as a human. Then I noticed that Rein was looking out the window again. "What's wrong?"
"Fine promised me that she would visit today, but she hasn't come yet. I know that her classes end at 3 and it takes around 20 minutes for her to get here, it's already 4... maybe something went wrong today while she was coming here?"
I'm probably going to hate myself for what I'm about to say. "Do you want me to try to find out if she's talking with your doctor or something?" Yeah, I hate myself. That person was right, since when have I been this kind, especially to a human? Her eyes seem to sparkle at the minute I asked my questions and a happy and really girly aura surrounded her as she nodded. "Okay then..." That is creepy... I quickly walked out of the room in search of the sister.
Rein gets too happy over the smallest of things. Am I really that cold of a person that when I actually act nice, it's shocking? Well, I'm suppose to be like that, but with her around... I don't know, it's just weird. Wait, where am I going? "So what are you going to chose?" That's Moon's voice. Where am I? I looked around and saw that I was at the same place where Fine was last time, the place where I was still sleeping. "You need to make a decision eventually you know."
Why can Fine see Moon? That's impossible, she would be dying soon if that were true and she looks really healthy! Maybe Moon's just talking to herself. "I know. I've already told you what I decided. I'm not turning back on my decision. If I keep up my end of the deal, you have to keep yours."
"Of course. You will get what you want, and in return for my help, I require a suitable amount. Don't worry, I'm not a liar like most humans are." I just ran away from the sight. I didn't want to hear that. There's no way that Fine's going to be dying, or Rein will go crazy! There's just no way, that any of this is true. But maybe... Moon turned into her human form? If she did, then it would be obvious that Fine can see her. But then why would she be here in the first place?
Normal POV
"Ah, the expression on his face was funny," the white haired girl said, laughing. It was a laugh that could make someone feel a shiver to their bones. Make note, when dealing with this person, you must never let your guard down. "I wonder what I should do to him next?"
"Wasn't that a little too cruel? You already know my answer, I already know the consequences. What was the point in bringing him here? Leave Shade alone, he's got enough to deal with without any of this," Fine said, her eyes cold.
"Such a scary look. Unfortunately, if he didn't see this, he wouldn't be able to chose the path that you want to happen." Fine abandoned her cold look for a moment and thought about the future that she had chose for herself. "But just because this happened, don't think that it's set in stone just yet. There are many things that I can do, if you try to go back on our deal."
"I'm at the point of no return, aren't I?" Moon smiled at her, her look practically saying,'What do you think?' Fine sighed. "If that's all you needed me for, then I'm going."
Moon watched as Fine went to Rein and then turned to look at Shade's motionless body. Instead of drawing a mustache like how she would've liked, Moon just pat his head and said,"Don't worry. Light will be shed on everything that you need to know soon. Just focus what's important right now. If you can just do that, then that child will be able to see."
Even though that is said, Shade still doesn't understand anything. He doesn't know why he's a Shinigami while still among the living. He doesn't know why he's sleeping in that bed. He can't remember what happened in the past. He doesn't remember what Fine and Milky have to do with his past either. The only thing that he can understand now is that he likes Rein, especially when she's smiling.
Fine walked through the door, with her normal smile on her face. "Rein, I'm here. Sorry for the wait, I had to tell my teacher something."
"I'm glad that you're finally here." Even though Rein look like she was completely alright, she was wondering where Shade was. It's the second time that this has happened where he suddenly disappeared after going to search for Fine. 'What's going on with him?' Fine and Rein happily talked to each other about several things, which included their birthday. Both were awaiting their birthday, but whether it's happily or not, is a different story.
Later at night Shade came back again, just as confused as last time. Regardless, Rein said, "Shade look. I'm getting a lot better at making these." Rein put the little star in his hand. "Shade, you know you're the first friend that I was able to make here, if there's anything that I can do to help, then just say so, okay?"
He laughed slightly. "Rein, you're really the only person who can make everything just seem brighter. Your bright outlook seems to have me actually hoping again." She just looked at him confused as he hugged her. "Thanks for helping me see the light again."
She hugged him back and said, "If there's anything that I can do, just let me know Shade. You don't have to suffer by yourself, anymore. I will bring you back, no matter how many times you become confused by anything. I promise."
Now, everyone is waiting, to see the end of this game. The fates of everyone are merging more and more. Soon, this chess game will be over. Which one will be left standing? The Rouge Queen, or the Blanc Queen?
