Hello! So, yeah I was supposed to update this tomorrow but... I guess, none of you will complain if it came a little bit earlier, right? hahaha!!! So I'm going to a party later, and get drunk. So while I enjoy the party, enjoy this chapter! 6, 537 words all for you!

Thank you for everyone who reviewed the last chapter. I love you all! Enjoy.

I dedicate this chapter to my CLIQUER friend,

PATRIZIA SAMONTE!

Happy Birthday, Patita!

I love you always!

High School Sweethearts

Written by:

13ISMYNUMBER

Chapter 20

I Win the Battle, I Win the War

"And I finally found someone who will catch me when I fall."

Nonoko Ogasawara

Nonoko followed Yuu slowly and as they reach the garden at the back of the hotel. They have already met with the rest when they were heading out the door. They will be back soon. They just needed to talk.

They just stood there, Yuu looking at her and Nonoko looking at the sky. "I know that you probably want an explanation." Nonoko muttered then looked at him, "And I know that you probably wont understand."

Yuu then touched her arm and said, "So, why did you leave?"

Nonoko took a deep breath and said, "My dad wanted to see me. I'm not going to prolong this, I want us to enjoy this party. So, well. He said, that he wants me to be the successor to our company."

Yuu smiled and hugged her, "Then that's great. I am so happy for you." Nonoko moved away and looked at him with sad eyes then she said, "Yuu, that means I have to stay in New York with him and study what I need to know to handle the business in the future."

And that was when Yuu finally understood what Nonoko was talking about—they will have to part. Yuu took her hands in his and said, "When are you going to leave?"

"I don't know yet. He said I'll just have to wait and be prepared for everything that he throws at me." Nonoko said looking at their intertwined hands.

Yuu pulled her closer to him. He closed the gap between their faces and when he was just inches apart from her lips, he said, "Then we'll just have to make each moment count."

And with that Yuu kissed Nonoko on the lips…making each moment count.

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Kitsuname and Anna were now with Koko and Sumire. And as they sat there in silence, Sumire was fiddling with her dress. And somehow, the noise it made irritated Anna.

"S, stop doing that!" Anna scolded her. Sumire looked up at he cousin and looked at what she was pointing out at her. Sumire let go of her dress and heaved a sigh. Koko looked at her and said, "Hey, what's wrong?"

Everyone in the limo looked at her expectantly and then she spoke, "I'm nervous. What if no one votes for my dress? What if her dress is prettier than me? Or worse what if we have the same dress!?"

Anna giggled at how childish her cousin was. "Sumire, I thought you said, you were used to this? It Girl of 5 countries, remember?"

"I know. But…I don't know. Somehow, the feeling of doing it the first time again and again just never leaves me. I just needed reassurance I guess." Sumire said as she looked at her hands on her lap.

Kitsuname coughed and Koko looked at him. Anna was currently comforting her cousin so she didn't notice them. Kitsuname threw a look at Koko as saying 'Do something!' and Koko just nodded and rolled his eyes.

What will Koko do anyway? He has never been in this situation before. All he knew before was the girl he will bring to a party will just show off and be good enough to stand beside Japan's It Boy. But he never actually had been in the position of doing something for someone…especially a girl like Sumire.

"Well. Maybe this will help." Anna said. Everyone looked at her as she continued, "Just think, what if the guy that you met in the library is there? That would just be great!"

Sumire's face lit up a little as she gave Anna a small smile and said, "Yeah, that would be great."

When Koko heard this, he felt like he was just stepped on again and again. Wasn't this supposed to be his night with Sumire? Then why is she expecting to be with him—a guy she barely even knew? And it hurts so bad that he just can't say anything.

Kitsuname looked at Koko and saw how much pain he was in. And so, he did what any good friend would do and said, "Sumire, I doubt that guy will show up. Popular kids only are there in the party. Remember that."

Anna glared at Kitsuname for saying that. He just gave her an innocent look, and she just rolled her eyes at him. Kitsuname smiled at Koko and he mouthed a 'thanks' to his friend.

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Aoi got out of the Limo that was sent to her home, wondering if it was her brother who got it for her or somebody else. As the driver helps her out, she felt the nervousness in her grow.

She stood up and walked to the entrance of the hotel. When she entered she looked around at the placed, only to be disturbed by a voice. "I hope you'll enjoy this party."

She looked at her right only to see Yoichi leaning against the wall. Aoi's face suddenly pulled a confused look. Yoichi walked towards her and said, "Did you like the limo? I don't really know if you like white but I do, so I made arrangements for a white limo to pick you up."

"That was you? Why?" Aoi's little whisper was heard.

Yoichi looked at her and took her arm in his and said, "Because tonight, I'll be your Knight in Shining Armore, Princess."

Yoichi lead her to the entrance of the party. Aoi just looked at him amaze. She realized that even though he seemed so different, even if he changed a lot, he would still have that moment that he would not faze to amaze her. And deep inside, although she would never admit it, she loved how he does it.

"And tonight, Princess, we'll make the prince regret what he did to you." When Aoi heard this, she feared of whatever plan Yoichi had in mind. She knew that tonight will be a long night and it will not end well…at least not for Reo.

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Write new message…

To: ItGirlS

Message: S. wer the hell r u? Britany is here. She said u chickend out.

Misaki typed as fast as she can. Britany can really be a pain in the ass when she wanted to be.

Misaki was waiting for Tsubasa to return with their drinks. It was her 4th drink for the evening and Tsubasa was getting worried for her. As he placed the drink in front of her he said, "Are you planning on getting drunk tonight, babe?"

"Kind of. Its been a long time since I've been drunk. How about you?" Misaki said as she took a sip from her glass.

Tsubasa drank from his cup and said, "I've been drunk but only with friends, never with dates. You know, they can take advantage of this handsome face." Tsubasa laughed at his own remark.

Misaki rolled her eyes playfully and said, "Good to hear you don't go and have sex when you're drunk."

"Why are you jealous, babe? 'Cause you know, I got eyes only for you." Tsubasa said teasingly as closed their gap. Misaki leaned in and said, "And what if I am? And stop with the sexy talk, it doesn't suit you."

Tsubasa chuckled and leaned back again, "You're playful tonight…or is it just the alcohol that's taking over?"

"No, I'm just really nice to you tonight." Misaki paused then continued, "Don't you like it?"

"I like it…but I also like it when you're feisty." Tsubasa said. Misaki looked at him with a playful but irritated look and said, "I'm still feisty, especially when I'm drunk." And she drank the last remains of her glass.

Tsubasa took the glass from her hand and said, "No more drinks for you, Misaki." He said it with a stern voice. Misaki was taken aback. She bit her lip before saying, "Why?"

Tsubasa placed her glass a little far away from her reach and said, "I like it when you're feisty…but that's only for me. If you do it here, other guys might just steal you away."

"And you can't do anything about it, huh?" Misaki said in a daring manner. Tsubasa glared at her and said, "I can. No one steals something from me and gets away with it."

Misaki grabbed her glass while he was glaring at her and as she stood up she said, "Then I wanna see you try." And with that she headed for the bar and got another drink for herself. Tsubasa then stood up and followed her.

'What Misaki wants Misaki gets.' He thought to himself silently.

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1 new message.

From: M. H.

Message: S. wer the hell r u? Britany is here. She said u chickened out.

Sumire's eyes narrowed as she pressed the reply button and typed.

Reply.

To. M. H.

Message: I'll be there. Just wait.

Oh how Sumire Shouda hated Britany.

Kitsuname and Anna had already went out and a hand was stuck out for her to accept. Sumire looked up to see Koko smiling down at her. She accepted his hand and the two walked silently to the entrance of the hotel.

Koko halted and faced her and said what made her heart warm, "You look perfect tonight, Sumire."

Sumire froze there…because she felt something. She felt that spark. She felt that spark that she was trying to ignore every single time she was with Koko and now its back with just a few words from him.

Sumire felt herself breathe lightly as she said, "Thanks." Looking into his eyes, as if searching for some assurance that he didn't felt what she felt because if he did, then whatever Anna said about the Library Guy must have hurt him real bad.

Koko just grinned and grabbed his hand and started to walk again. Sumire walked silently a little behind him. She didn't know what to do…because the one thing she feared was visible in his eyes…at least, even if it was just a second he saw it in his eyes.

And so she stopped and did what she never thought she would ever do in her whole life. She asked… "Do you like me?"

And Koko froze to where he was. As Koko was about to answer a phone ring was heard. Both looked at Sumire's bag. Sumired irritated because of the interruption just got her phone out as quickly as possible.

Koko heaved a sigh of relief. He wasn't ready. And like he planned, he will never tell her because of their friendship. They're friends…just friends. And he has to keep that in mind. Always.

1 new message.

From: GossipGirl

Message: Looks like ItGirl S is nowhere to be found. Wer r u, S? If S doesn't show up soon FormerItGirl B will just have to win this battle. Good Luck, S. U'll need it.

"Ugh. Come on, It Boy. Gossip Girl is looking for me. And by the looks of it, she sent to everyone. Did you receive it?" Sumire said as she pulled Koko with her.

"I think so, I felt my phone vibrate. Anyway, I hope you're ready 'cause I am." Koko said reassuringly with that goofy grin of his.

Sumire prepared a smile and said, "I was born ready." With that said, Sumire and Koko entered the party.

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Hotaru was just sitting there and looking at the food that Ruka brought her. They have been like this ever since Ruka picked her up from her house—silent. After their last encounter, everything was just awkward.

So here was Ruka just eating non stop of chips. And then he would drink some punch from time to time. And then eat again. Will they be like this the whole party?

"Listen," Both said. They just looked at each other then Ruka said, "Okay. You go first."

"Okay," Hotaru paused, "What I said the last time, I meant it but I don't think you deserve how harsh it was."

Ruka smiled his charming and said, "Apology accepted." Hotaru raised an elegant brow and said, "I wasn't apologizing. I was explaining my side."

Ruka just chuckled and played along saying, "Sure you were." Hotaru rolled her eyes and drank from her glass. "So, you were saying, bunnyboy?"

"I thought we got rid of those nicknames, Ice Queen?" Ruka teased and she glared. He cleared his throat then finally said, "I don't get you. You said that this will be all over when you smile. But I don't even know what you want or what makes you happy. Everything seems to irritate you. At least, everything that I do."

Hotaru looked away and to the people dancing. She breathed and said, "I don't hate everything you do…I just don't know how to react to it. To be honest, I'm happy that you're really working hard to get myn attention…but…" Hotaru stopped.

Ruka's brows furrowed and he said, "But?"

"But I'm so happy that it seems so wrong. I don't know, you confuse me." Hotaru continued. Ruka breathed and touched the tip of his nose as he said, "How do I confuse you? When in fact, you're the one who confuse me."

"I don't know if this was still part of the game or you're really getting serious. And that's what I fear, you just think this is a game." Hotaru's voice had gotten small as she said the last part. She looked down on her lap only to look up again with Ruka's hand touching her face to look at him.

Ruka closed their gap and said, "I am serious. Serious enough to make myself look like a fool in front of everyone just for you to see me." And before Hotaru can react, Ruka kissed her passionately. He didn't expect her to respond but she did.

When he asked for entrance she obliged. It wasn't a rough kiss like the rest that Ruka used to have with the other girls he played with but rather this kiss was gentle. He wanted to be gentle. He wanted her to trust him.

As they pulled apart, Hotaru breathed heavily but managed to say, "I trust you." Ruka smiled and still not pulling away from her face, their faces were just inches away as he said, "Good, 'cause I'm never letting you go."

And Ruka Nogi kissed Hotaru Imai once again.

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Yoichi was a good host. He's parties were really great but this party by far, is the best. But its getting late and it's time to start the reason of why he threw this party in the first place—revenge.

He carried two glasses of alcohol, one for him and one for Aoi. As he sat beside her on the couch a little far away from where the people were, he gave her the other glass. Aoi looked at but accepted it anyway.

"Is this alcohol? I don't drink, sorry." Aoi said as she tried to give it back to him. Yoichi looked at her then at the glass and said, "One glass of alcohol won't hurt. Just drink it and no more."

Aoi looked at him before having a taste. And then she took a deep breath and just jug it all down. She showed a face of disgust as she gave the glass to him. Yoichi chuckled at how innocent Aoi can be.

"I need you to do me a favour." Yoichi started. "Can you ask Lil to come? Don't tell her, it was me asking for her. Just tell her you want company or something."

Aoi was not feeling good at his request and so she asked, "Why? Is she part of your revenge?"

Yoichi just shrugged and said, "Yes, but the outcome depends on how Reo will react. If he reacts in a good way, then let's just say, Lil will be part of our world." Aoi looked at him and then said, "And if he doesn't react in a good way, what happens to Lil?"

Yoichi now stared at her and show her seriousness. Then he whispered, "Then Lil will get hurt." Aoi was shocked and mad. How can he just risk Lil's feelings like that as if they were never friends? But before Aoi can reply he said, "Either way, I will find a way to make Lil come here, even in her pajamas.

"So, what do you say?" Yoichi said now looking at her expectantly. Aoi's breathing stopped. She has to do this, or else Yoichi will drag Lil there and she will really get hurt and embarrassed.

Aoi grabbed her phone and said to him, "If things don't work out in a good way, don't you ever show your face to me again." She glared at him then typed.

Write new message…

To: Lil

Message: Hey, can u lyk go here at the party? Its not dat far from ur house. Just want some company. Pls.:(

Yoichi smirked when she finished. She leaned on her ear and whispered, "Even if things don't work out, in the end, Reo will get what he deserved. And deep down you know that you wanted this too."

Aoi gulped because he was right. She somehow wanted someone to show Reo that the world doesn't revolve around him and that someone can bring him down. But in order to do that sacrifices must be made.

And the first sacrifice is Lil.

1 new message.

From: Lil

Message: Sure. I wasn't doing anything anyway. I'll be there.

Aoi showed Yoichi the reply. And then they were silent. When Lil comes, Yoichi starts the plan. But as he looked at Aoi at his side, he knew that she regretted ever doing the favour. And he felt bad because he gave her no choice.

But he knew that what he was doing now will all be worth it in the end…because he was doing this all for her.

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Sumire and Koko were having fun. They were dancing and when the DJ played the next song, they planned on just drinking some alcohol. But before that could happen, Britany appeared before them.

"So you finally though of appearing. I though you chickened out." Britany said with sarcasm. Sumire smiled at her and said, "Nice to see you too, B."

Britany placed her hand on her hips and said, "Don't call me B. We're not friends." Then she glared at her. Sumire rolled her eyes and smiled brightly at her.

"Sure we're not. But will your 'friends' tell you that I saw someone wearing the same dress as you?" Sumire said then she smirked at her.

Britany was shocked, then she composed herself. "You're only saying that because my dress is prettier than yours."

Sumire laughed at her remark. "Excuse me. But for your information, I saw someone wearing the same dress as yours only in a different color."

"Then show it to me, wannabee." Britany said in an icy tone. Sumire smiled at her and pointed to her cousin, Nonoko. Britany looked at her dress then at Nonoko. She was furious.

Write new message…

To: GossipGirl

Message: Britany is wearing the same dress as Nonoko Ogasawara. But guess what, Nonoko had that dress especially made. So does that mean, Britany stole the design? I tell u, Britany just lost dis battle.

Sumire kept her phone as Britany faced her. "It doesn't matter. No one knows that we have the same dress. Therefore, the voting is still on the go."

Sumire chuckled and said, "Oh really? Just wait…I'm sure Gossip Girl knows."

1 new message.

From: GossipGirl

Message: Oh no! Better run B coz by the looks of it, BadGirl N is mad. U stole her dress. Yes, people, FormerItGirl B has the same dress as BadGirl N. But N got it especially made for her…at least that's what the source told me. Congratulations, ItGirl S, u just won this round. Have Fun. Tata.

Britany cannot believe her eyes. Gossip Girl just declared her lost and embarrassed her for stealing the design of Nonoko's dress. She just have to get out of here.

"Go on, B. Run. I just won this battle." Sumire said proudly. Britany stomped her feet and said, "You might have won the battle but I win the war."

"At least you're no starfish." Koko finally said. Sumire and he laughed at his remark. Briatny glared at the both of them. Before she stomped off, Sumire took this chance to say, "Yeah right, starfish. I always win."

Sumire and Koko high fived…like what any normal best friends would do.

'Best friends…' Sumire thought again. She remembered what she said earlier. She was going to get answers tonight. She said earlier anyway, so what's the difference of saying it again, right?

"Koko." Sumire said. Saying his name like that, Sumire felt that spark again. Koko looked at her with a smile.

"About what I said earlier, do you remember?" Sumire asked.

Koko remembered but he wasn't ready. So he tried to avoid it. "You said a lot earlier. Can't remember." Koko lied smoothly.

Sumire thought that she would let this go…at least for tonight. Tonight she's going to enjoy the party and her victory. Two more battles and this is over.

Koko was still smiling at her, waiting for her to say something. Sumire just looked at him and forced a smile and said, "Never mind. Let's just enjoy the party."

Koko was relieved. With a deep breath, he got them some punch and just enjoyed the party like she said.

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Mikan and Natsume were really enjoying. Everyone noew knows that they were really a couple but of course, Luna won't just sit around and watch them have all the fun.

"Hey, I'll just go get us some punch." Natsume said as he stood up. Mikan just nodded her head. And as she watched Natsume from the back, Luna appeared with her hands on her hips.

"So, you really are a couple, huh?" Luna said in an icy tone. Mikan just smiled at her and replied, "Yes, we are."

Luna rolled her eyes and said, "Look, just be careful. Natsume may be around now, but he won't be around forever. The next thing you know, he'll be out of your grasp."

Mikan just shook her head as she said, "Luna, just because it didn't work out with you, it means it won't work out with me and him. You're just really bitchy. While I'm not. Sorry." She said the last part pure of sarcasm.

Luna glared at her and saw Natsume come back with two cups. "Just don't say I didn't warn you. Sooner or later, Natsume's gonna break your little heart." Then Nastume arrived and said, "What do you want, Luna?"

"Oh, nothing, just having a chat with your girlfriend," She said. "Well I better get going. Don't want to ruin your moment." With that she left.

Natsume sat down beside Mikan and asked, "What was that all about?" Mikan just shrugged and said, "She's just jealous that we're together now. She said, you're going to break my little heart."

Natsume raised a brow and drank from his cup. Mikan then touched his face and said, "But I know you won't. I trust you. I mean, you won't keep secrets from me, right?"

Natsume froze. She looked at Mikan who was looking at him expectantly. He then whispered, "Right." Then saw Mikan smile brightly

Natsume remembered why he was doing this in the first place. 'For my brother.' He thought. How he wished he could tell her. But everything was perfect now, will he really say that and ruin everything? No, he won't because that will be just stupid of him.

Besides, what she doesn't know won't hurt her, right?

As long as his friends shut their mouths…everything will be perfect. And besides, his friends have secrets too.

He brushed of all those thoughts at the back of his mind. He was going to enjoy this party with the woman he loves. Everything that he thought was part of the past. And he said it himself, what matters was now.

'What matters is right now. Right now.' Was his last thought.

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Misaki was dizzy. Really dizzy. She lost count on the 10th glass that she drank. Tsubasa was now at her side and telling her to stop.

"Ugh. I can't bring you home like this." Tsubasa complained. He was currently with Anna and Kitsuname.

"Her mom won't mind if she just stayed over your place. We'll just text her using her phone." Anna explained as she tried to find her phone in Misaki's purse.

Write new message…

To: Mom

Message: I'm not going home tonight, Mom. Be back in the morning. Don't wait up.

"And her mom will be okay with that, you didn't even tell her where she will be." Kitsuname said. Anna sighed and said, "Her mom got used to her always roaming around. The next thing you know, she'll be in California partying like there was no tomorrow."

1 new message.

From: Mom

Message: Okay, honey. Just be sure to stay here in Japan.

Anna showed them her reply and said, "See? Misaki doesn't like staying at home so she's usually somewhere around the globe."

Tsubasa then lifted Misaki up and held her purse. He looked at the couple and said, "I'm bringing her home to my house. I don't think she'll stop drinking." With that they both left.

As Tsubasa opened the door for Misaki, he heard her say something, "You know, if you weren't a playboy, maybe I will stop being in denial and say I love you too."

Tsubasa felt himself stop breathing. He closed his eyes and the door. And as he entered the car he said to her, "That's the alcohol talking, Misaki. Just sleep, I'll bring you home to my place."

Tsubasa looked over at Misaki to see her face. Her eyes were already closed but she still managed to mumble something, "My home is hell." Tsubasa didn't understand why she just said that but right now, he just needed to bring her to a bed and let her rest.

1 new message.

From: Mom

Message: Honey, you need to get home now. Your dad will be here tomorrow morning!

But no one saw that message…as Tsubasa headed for the road and Misaki fast asleep.

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Lil entered the party and looked around for Aoi. She has never been into these kind of parties, only social gathering. No wonder she was a loser.

Aoi then spotted Lil and ran to her, "You came!" Aoi said in a cheery voice.

"Of course, I did. Anyway, where's your date, Yoichi?" Lil said in a shout. The music was really laud, at least for her it was. Aoi looked over the couch and pointed at Yoichi who was sitting.

'oh' was all Lil said. Aoi brought her over to Yoichi and said, "Yoichi I'm sure you remember Lil." Yoichi looked up and smirked. "Of course. I will never forget Lil." Yoichi said in a playful manner.

Then he stood up and grabbed Lil by the arm and said, "There's someone I want you to meet." Then he dragged her. Aoi who was stunned at what was going on, could only follow slowly behind them.

Yoichi stopped in front of the table at where Reo was. Reo was currently with a group of girls and was flirting. Yoichi then said, "Reo, I'm sure you've met Lil."

Aoi then grabbed Yoichi's other arm and whispered harshly, "I'm sure there's no need for this. Stop it."

Yoichi looked at Aoi and said, "Yeah, sure, sorry." He then let go of Lil and the two girls started to go and get lost in the crowd.

Yoichi smirked. "Reo, aren't you going to chase your girlfriend?" The girls looked at Reo. How could someone so famous have a girlfriend that looked like…trash? Reo glared at him and said, "She's not."

"Right. Okay." Yoichi said and left and searched for the two girls. He was searching for them in the crowd of people. But still she found not even a single strand of hair. He then averted his gaze to where he was sitting with Aoi and found them there.

He walked over to them as fast as he could. Aoi looked at him innocently and Lil did the same. Yoichi smiled and said, "Lil, this time there is really someone I want you to meet."

Yoichi looked past his shoulder and motioned someone to come to him. A guy who was as tall as he was with dark brown hair and golden eyes stood in front of them. He was handsome…model handsome.

"Silver meet Lil and my girlfriend, Aoi." Yoichi said with a grin. Aoi's eyes widened at what Yoichi said. Oh, he is so going to get it later. Lil on the other hand was just there looking at the perfect guy.

"Nice to meet you two." the one called Silver said. But having a husky voice wasn't the odd thing, it was because he was looking at Lil the whole time.

"Well, Aoi and I will just go and get some drinks. Silver, I hope you don't mind accompanying Lil?" Yoichi said.

Silver grinned and waved a hand at them as if shooing them away and said, "Take your time."

When Aoi and Yoichi were at the bar stand, Aoi looked at him sternly and said, "Care to explain what that was all about?"

"Silver likes Lil. You see Silver goes to our school, and he had this huge crush with Lil ever since anyone can remember. But no one knows he's Silver, the model. All they know is Knight the silent guy in Reo's group." Yoichi explained ordering them drinks.

"Does Reo know he's Silver?" Aoi asked accepting the drink Yoichi gave her again. She didn't realize it was alcohol.

"I don't think so." Yoichi paused, "Anyway, now, I did both a favour. They look good together."

Aoi looked at him quizzically and said, "And how does is this any help with you plot?" Yoichi just smirked at her and leaned down on her ear and whispered, "Remember when I kissed you because I was jealous?"

Aoi blushed like a tomato. She didn't want to remember that. "Y—yeah?"

"Well, jealousy goes a long way." Yoichi then leaned back again and drank his alcohol. Aoi just looked at him and tried to understand his words. Somehow, she started understanding what Yoichi was doing.

He was protecting her…even if it means, sacrificing everybody else.

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Nonoko and Yuu were outside again. In an odd matter, they both don't like noisy places. So from time to time they would escape the party and go at the back garden of the hotel. Yuu looked at the stars and said, "You said that something happened to why you were no longer the silent type."

Nonoko looked at him then away. She didn't really think he would remember that. Yuu looked at her expectantly then said, "It's okay if you don't want to tell me. I'm just curious, anyway." Then he looked up again.

While he enjoyed the silence, Nonoko was drowning in it. She promised she was going to be honest with him. And she would. She would…

"When my mother died, Anna and I were taken under our grandmamma. And we couldn't protest even though how much we wanted it." She paused to look up at the sky, "And as time goes by, Grandmamma was becoming cruel and strict to Anna. And all I can do was pray to my Mother that she was here to save us.

"But then Mikan told me the most bitter thing anyone can say, 'your mom's never gonna be here to save you. So if I were you, I'll do something about it.' Although I was hurt, I realized that what she said was the truth.

"So, one day when Anna accidentally hit an expensive vase and Grandmamma was so mad, I stood up and said, 'stop getting mad at petty little things. It's just a vase.' Grandmamma was so mad; she grounded me for 2 months. But it was worth it. I knew how to stand up on my own.

"I know that its just a small thing but…ever since my mom's death, it seemed like everybody turned their backs on me and my sister. And that the only people we can rely on is ourselves." Nonoko said in a sad manner. But it's a surprise that she wasn't crying at all.

Yuu hugged her from the behind and whispered to her, "You can rely on me." Nonoko turned and said, "I know. And I really appreciate that."

Yuu kissed her temple and just hugged her tightly. Nonoko then pulled away from him and said in a whisper like the wind, "And I finally found someone who will catch me when I fall."

Hey! So, the chapter ends here. I am so back! Anyway, hopefully I will get drunk tonight so in the morning I can tell you what Misaki feels! Hahahaha!!! It's my Birthday gift to my friends, She's been like wishing to see me drunk for a long while now. So i said, why not?:))

Anyway, please stay tuned!

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