CHAPTER 2
(YUI'S P.O.V)
I closed the door that lead me to the roof quietly. The cool summer night air, blew lightly against my uniform, as I spotted my vampire friend Zero Kiryu. As crazy as it may seem, Zero was my best friend. We had been through hell and back, although we still had a lot of hardships in our friendship to face. For starters, we avoided hanging out with one another in public, because of Ayato's jealousy. I was forbidden to have a close friendship with any male vampires at school.
The irony of it was, a male vampire had approached me one day to be friends, and Ayato had beaten the guy to a pulp. Flashbacks of the guy's unrecognizable face came to mind. It was then I realized that Ayato was dangerous. I had never seen him that angry before. Shu was right about one thing when it came to Ayato:
Ayato could be a possessive freak.
Despite all that, Zero didn't seem to mind. Whenever we got the chance to hang out, we never took it for granted. We even went as far as using study groups, and doing assignments together to gain the upper hand. It's funny you know, to think of what Zero saw within me. I was puzzled at first as I watched our friendship blossomed, as to why he wanted to be friends with me.
So I asked him one day, and his answer touched me. He said after listening to my life story, he saw me as a strong and kind hearted person. He continued to tell me I could have chosen to be the opposite given the circumstances, but I didn't. That day I was moved to tears, because for once someone understood me. Ayato didn't come close to understanding me.
Yet Zero saw right through me.
As time went by I understood him.
When Zero and I first met, I realized that he had a chip on his shoulder. When I asked him about it, he had finally broke down, and admitted that he was still hung up, over a girl that had rejected him for another vampire.
To see Zero so torn made me realize something:
Not all vampires were sadistic and cruel.
There were those that were more human than beast.
This was one thing that had drawn me to Zero. He was a pure bred like the Sakamaki brothers, yet he was able to express love. Don't get me wrong, I'm not in love with Zero Kiryu. What we both have is a mutual respect, and a brother sister love for one another. "So…" Zero mumbled enough for me to hear "Were you successful in giving Ayato the serum?."
I sat next to him and grinned. "It was a success." "Good." Was the only thing he said, and went back to reading his book. It was Zero who had managed to get his hands on the serum, since my activity out of the Sakamaki mansion was limited. I still remembered the day when he handed it to me, he asked if I was sure I wanted to do this. He reminded me the affects were irreversible, and any vampire will kill anyone that did that kind of damage to them.
I had snatched it out of his hand and said that there was no turning back.I stared at the moon blankly, as I wondered what would be my next move. "I almost forgot to tell you," Zero said interrupting my thoughts. "My other friend I told you about is suppose to start classes today." "I totally forgot! What's his name? I don't think you had told me before."
"I'll save that bit of info for when you meet him." He grinned wickedly. "Oh come on Zero!," I protested thinking that he was being ridiculous. "Why put so much mystery behind this guy?, unless he's some legendary badass vampire, I don't understand why you're keeping him a mystery." Zero grinned and remained silent. I checked my watch. "Shit!," I said scrambling to get to my feet. "Five minutes till history class!, see you later Zero."
I said rushing off. "See ya," he said going back to his book. I made it my duty to not be late for class, especially when Ayato and I were in the same one. He was as sharp as a meddling neighbor, and I couldn't risk him suspecting me of anything. I sprinted down the corridor, and made a left to run head first into someone.
(STAZ'S P.O.V)
So this was Ryoutei Academy…
I thought to myself as I walked down the spacious halls. I stared at school's expensive architecture, already bored out of my mind. Great I had a semester with boring rich kids, who thought the world revolved around them. At least I had my buddy Zero to get through this. As I thought about him, I realized he probably was in class. He was the total opposite of me.
I was known to be the world's biggest slacker. I sighed to myself. Time to make a change in attitude Staz. My brother and I had a deal:
If I wanted to become the next demon king, I needed to complete high school. That's why he got me enrolled in this Academy. To rule the demon world was no joking matter. You had to be brilliant in mind, and fighting skill if you wanted to be on top. That's why my brother was the demon king for today. You had to create a balance within yourself Braz would say.
What Braz didn't know, was that it would take more than good grades for me to find my balance. Fuyumi (a girl I loved) flashed in my mind, as I shoved my hands in my pockets moodily. Unknown to my brother, Fuyumi left me feeling like a drunk when it came to balance. I had fell head over heels for her, and she had rejected me. I leaned up against a wall now, no longer interested in getting to class.
I peered out a window staring at the school court, that seemed empty and peaceful. Whoever said love was a funny thing, knew what they were talking about. It's not the rejection that bothered me, but the fact that I had allowed myself to open up and become vulnerable to her.
Fuyumi had turned out to be more than I had expected, and not in a good way. It's one thing if you love a woman, and she doesn't return your feelings. It's a whole other thing if she pretends to love you, and decides to throw your love away like garbage. It had left me numb and hating love.
Even If I despised Fuyumi now, a part of me still loved her. That is what ate away at me.
Staz Charlie Blood didn't do vulnerable.
Yet here I was…
Another reason to be at Ryoutei Academy, I thought to myself going around the corner. Who knew?, I maybe finally able to get her out of my system… My thoughts were interrupted, by someone running smack into my chest, followed by papers scattering around me. As the paper blizzard cleared, I saw a blonde haired girl on her knees, attempting to pick up the papers.
I mumbled an apology, and knelt down and helped her gather them up. As I did, I got a whiff of her scent. I almost doubled back in fright at the strong allure. I felt as if it was drawing me in. I ceased my movements, and took a good look at her. She was a petite average looking girl, with the most innocent sherbet pink eyes I had ever seen.
I had to admit:
I was attracted to her.
"Um can I have my papers please." She asked snapping me out of my stupor.
"Oh… sorry." I said about to hand her the papers, when something caught my eye.
"My blood sucking boyfriend is incapable of love, and will never understand it, but then again vampires don't understand that emotion." I read aloud. Without warning the paper was snatched out of my hands. "You know that's a very biased statement." I drawled standing up now. "Who the fuck asked you?." The blonde hissed at me, clearly pissed at me reading her stuff.
"Hey I'm just saying." I shrugged. "I admit some of us are assholes, but not all of us are. But hey if he is, why not dumb the guy?." "And what?, date someone like you?." The blonde scoffed. As soon as she realized what she said she covered her mouth. I grinned showing my fangs.
Too late to take it back blondie…
"Not a bad idea."
"You wish." She sneered at me.
"You'll never get the chance, because Ayato Sakamaki will kick your ass so bad, you'll wish you never met me." The next thing I knew, I felt myself pulling her into me, as I inhaled her scent and whispered "After class I'm going to find out who's this Ayato Sakamaki and kick his ass. Just because he sounds like a real prick to me." With that I let go of her, and continued walking.
As I walked away leaving her stunned, I realize her scent lingered on me. If anyone could see me now, they would see me grinning like an idiot.
Finally Ryoutei Academy was getting interesting…