Disclaimer: I do not own Gakuen Alice
Author'sNote: Pls. Pray for PHL they are now suffering from a horrid rainstorm which is equivalent to a month of rainfall.
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As the raven haired boy set his eyes on two figures, he wasn't sure if he would be glad or disappointed. He was informed that his precious brunette friend was doing something important that's why it wasn't able to attend his party. Yet his eyes must be playing on him, seeing the girl of his dream holding the lifeless hand of his considered best friend.
Natsume though as a child wasn't selfish at all, he knows what should be done and what should be avoided. Seeing his both treasured friends resting in each other arms was a painful picture however being mad because of enviousness wasn't something he would consider. Ruka was sick and in lifeless form, it would be disappointing to harbor this kind of feelings towards a sick person especially his best friend, Natsume thought.
As he approached his two beloved friends, the gullible brunette who was awakened by the raven haired boy's footstep was surprised by the presence of her special friend.
"Nat.."
"Shhh.." Stopped by the lad, the brunette was astounded by how matured her special friend was even though she wasn't able to attend the party.
"How was he?" Asked by the calmed lad, waiting for his beloved girl to respond
"Uh.. Well the doctor said that Ruka would still have to rest for a week because his body wasn't responding to the medicine. Mom told me not to worry but I don't want Ruka to suffer like this." As she tightened her hold on the boy's lifeless hand; this scene was a nightmare, being so much concerned to the other boy and all, the raven haired boy silently wished that he wouldn't mind being on his best friend's position.
Done with the visiting, the upset lad who was trying to put all the pretentions for the sake of his friends managed to smile and bid his goodbye, but before he could go, a faint voice handled to call for his name;
"Natsume.."
Surprised and not expecting on what he has heard, the boy who was about to leave run back to where his best friend was. Looking unto the fragile eyes of his so called bestfriend, Natsume cursed his self for being so envious, he shouldn't have thought of those awful things towards Ruka and Yuria.
"I'm sorry.." Ruka mumbled, knowing that his best friend was now about to die of jealousy. Natsume surprised of what he has heard, gently slap in jest the cold face of his buddy..
" Bakayaro.. " Natsume whispered as he embraced his sick friend. Yuria who was all confused throughout the scene joined her two best friends and cuddled each other.
End of Flash back
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After a week of conflicts, jealousies and confusions, the mansion suddenly changed into a sanctuary. Mystery about sudden appearance of the bachelors where explained and cleared, thus they were now openly welcomed by the household. Who would have thought that they know how to live at peace, if they have done it before perhaps they could have avoided that fight, a certain butler thought while arranging the table for lunch.
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Mikan who's now all dressed up and ready for a promised trip from Natsume- more likely from this guy's friends who planned this surprised trip to give the pair a time for each other. After finishing her business, Mikan proceeded to the dining area and went to her seat. Excitedly waiting for the cuisine and all the girl didn't expected that someone will seat beside her; a handsome boy who gently smiled and greeted her.
"Oh hi.." Mikan managed to say even though she wasn't sure why her heart was about to explode.
" So natsume , where are you going to take us today? I hope we could go somewhere we could do some picnic or do some flower viewing, ne?" Mikan asked trying to mask her weird feelings.
"Well we could bring you guys to the temple; there was a nice place at the back of the temple, it wasn't open to the public so you could consider it as something sacrilege." Natsume replied trying to ease the awkwardness between them.
"Really?! It's been awhile since I've visited one, back in Japan I always go to one with Ojisan and Hotaru, although It was a long time ago, it was a memorable one."
"Memorable?"
"Yeah. It was memorable because Ojisan told me that it was my mom's favorite place, she used to visit that temple whenever she wants to meet my dad. I think it was a nice place because that's where they able to find each other and a place where you could connect to your special someone is a beautiful place, don't you think?"
Astounded by the grace and openness of the girl he had fallen in love with, Natsume gently give the girl an approving smile. On the other hand, she knew something was wrong but after seeing that smile, she was now dead sure what she was feeling. Although no one wants to ruin the atmosphere, a dirty yellow haired guy abruptly entered the scene..
"NATSUUMME! Where the heck have you gone, huh?! When I checked your room and you weren't there, I was worried that you've gone back to the past, but you were just damn flirting here in dining area!
The guests who were once peacefully eating were now trying to control their selves from laughing because they do not know what could might happen if they were to be on the bad side of the now embarrassed raven haired guy.
No one wants to be embarrassed in front of or rather beside by the person you love. And no one is on the right mind wished to be hunt down by the notorious Natsume Hyuuga.
" Oh Koko glad to see you here, let's have a lunch." Natsume trying to control his temper invited his dim-witted friend to dine. Being simpleminded, the poor guy joined the group and was now under the scary scheme of the evil, Natsume Hyuuga.
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Surrounded by huge trees, cold breeze, and glowing light which makes the little haven sparkle at the back of the temple; a small Japan in unfamiliar country, declared by the amazed brunette.
"Hotaru, did you remember when we visited the Shoshou Temple, It was like this right? It's so peaceful and beautiful; you could feel like you don't want to leave the place."
"Yeah and I remembered how you tried to read all the dangled prayers in the temple and doesn't want to go home until you've finished all."
" Oh, Haha. I thought maybe I could also help those people to pray for their needs."
"You're always fond of helping others aren't you?"
"Of course!" Mikan happily replied.
"And usually they are the ones who died early.." The ever cold best friend continued.
"Waaaaaaa- Is that true? How could that be? Mikan panicked and waiting for her best friend to reply.
"Baka.." Hotaru stuck out her tongue teasing her friend.
"Perhaps it's because they usually deny what they need ." A deep striking voice mumbled. Mikan who looked for the voice was taken aback because of Natsume's sudden appearance.
"Uh.. Sorry?" Mikan asked trying to hide her shock and to reiterate what Natsume just said.
"Maybe it was because the person must be good-natured that she always consider first the need of others and deny her needs."
"So, that's why they died early?" Mikan anxiously asked. After watching the expression of the now worried Mikan, Natsume do not exactly know if she would laugh at her or just pretend that he didn't hear anything; but he might consider the first idea.
" Not exactly. If you are a hero maybe that could become one reason of your death, but usually it was only a practical joke." Natsume calmly assured Mikan who was now relieved from the matter.
"Ne, Mikan. Are you usually being teased? I mean is it ok letting them to treat you like this?" Mikan who was startled by Natsume's question, sincerely replied,
"If my stupidity is the only thing I can give for them to be happy, I would gladly do it always."
"Even if it hurts" Natsume with serious look asked
"Maybe."
"Maybe?"
"Haha. I don't exactly know how to answer your question, Natsume. I'm really stupid, aren't I?" Mikan muttered trying to hide her embarrassment.
"Yeah, you are indeed stupid.."
"Eh? Sou ka… Gome ne " Mikan who was offended from what she heard was stopped by sudden eye contact with Natsume;
"She is willing to give everything for the sake of those people around her, and she always try to mask her feeling just not to let others worry, and she wears that annoying smile to such extent where people considered her idiotic. I think that's how your friends define your Stupidity…"
" Natsume.."
" And I think it's stupidly beautiful, Mikan" Natsume reassuringly whispered to the now startled red faced girl.
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Author's Note: I've made you wait again. Gome T_T
A/N: Evaluations are highly appreciated