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"To be honest, I don't really like summer that much," Hiyori admitted as she swung back and forth as usual.

"Neither do I..." Hibiya mumbled, "I'm sick of it."

Hiyori looked up at Hibiya with sad eyes, she too, had been starting to realize what was happening, "Sorry for dragging you into this."

"I don't blame you..." Hibiya said through gritted teeth. It was another hazy day, another bloodthirsty summer. Hibiya rubbed his eyes in hopes of getting rid of the haze which he had grown to hate.

I want the both of you to be happy. Don't realize that I'm helping you? But you two always waste the opportunity I give, that's why. Haha, you deserve all of this.

So many accidents, Hibiya tried to avoid each of them. He tried to save Hiyori, but no matter what he did, the day always ended with Hiyori dying. "I'm so sick of this..."

Stop complaining. I'm getting tired of this too, but I won't stop unless both of you survive.

The time came where Hibiya couldn't take it anymore. He knew there was one way to save Hiyori, and he didn't like it. His life for hers. He had to take her place.

The day repeated, they were at the park. The heat of the sun embraced the young boy. The girl ran, a truck came...

the boy died.

Pathetic! Couldn't you find another way to save Hiyori-chan? Come on, I know you can do better than that. Stop being such a wimp.

White stood out among the darker colors. Dull red eyes watched as the loop went back to square one. The tall young man looked up at the sky, despite the brightness of the blazing sun. Haze danced around his curious eyes.

"Are you...enjoying this?"

A lot of things happened during his last summer. Ever since Shintaro met the Mekakushi Dan, his life got a tad bit interesting. Instead of spending the whole day in front of the computer, he chose to go out more often, usually hanging out with his weird new friends. Unique, as he likes to call them. Their meeting was a complete mess. He wasn't really supposed to be part of the 'gang' anyway, but he was forced to since he found out about their secret.

"Red eyes?" Shintaro said boredly.

"Yes. We all have red eyes, including your sister." Kido gestured her hand towards Momo.

"For all I know, Momo's eyes aren't re-" Shintaro stopped when he saw Momo's eyes flicker.

"Those who have red eyes are granted a special ability." Mary exclaimed, a proud smile playing on her lips.

"Mary's eyes can penetrate people." Kano added, only to earn a kick from Mary.

"So, you're saying that all of you guys have super powers?" Shintaro replied with mild amusement, at the same time, he was trying to avoid Mary's gaze in fear of getting penetrated.

"Yes," Kido replied meekly.

"Then, can I leave now?" Shintaro asked, pointing at the door.

"No, you've already learned of our secret." Kido said sternly.

"You were the ones who revealed it to me in the first place." Shintaro scoffed.

He was scared that he'd feel out of place since they were younger than him and all of them had special abilities, but they proved him wrong. Rather, he felt like a normal guy whenever he hangs out with them. All of the things he missed during the years of solitude, they're getting them back now. He was happy, happier than he could ever be...but something felt missing. It was like there was a scar in the back of his heart.

It still hurts...

He tried to forget, and he nearly succeeded, but why is it that she keeps on coming back to his mind? Maybe she's haunting me...

Normally, Shintaro would be freaked out at the realization of having a soul following him around, but he didn't mind if it was her. He'd actually welcome her if ever she really was haunting him.

And I used to shout at you whenever you follow me around, ironic.

"I failed this time too..." Hiyori grumbled, tears dripping on her blanket.

The day repeated yet again, she was given another chance, but she doubted she could save the boy. She doesn't know how long she's been trying to save him again, how many times this unfortunate day had repeated.

Outside her window, the haze twisted. Dark hair whipped in the wind, a scarlet muffler danced in the air. Her red eyes glared holes at the young girl's window.

"You finally reveal your true form." Ayano turned to face the speaker. I remember that voice.

"Who are you?" Ayano asked in a dull tone. She had a hard time staring at him straight in the eyes since she was too short to be in his eye level.

"I am Konoha." The tall boy replied. He tilted his head slightly, his expression not changing, "What's your name?"

Ayano blinked owlishly, "My name's A-Ayano."

"Pretty name." Konoha mused, Ayano's cheeks tinted pink at his compliment. The two sat in silence, staring into Hiyori's window. They both knew what was gonna happen, and they weren't sure if they really wanted to watch. "Does this entertain you?"

Ayano cocked her head to her side, "What do you mean?"

"Their deaths. Do you find it enjoyable?" Konoha asked innocently.

"I think you've misunderstood this..." Ayano rubbed her temples.

"I understand. I understand what's happening. All of this is because of you." Konoha said with complete certainty.

"I'm trying to help them, how can you say that I'm at fault?" Ayano asked, hinting mild annoyance in her voice. Her eyes switched from red to grey, then vice versa.

"You're still struggling for control." Konoha said, frowning a little. This was the first time Ayano saw him change his expression. "You're losing yourself."

"I...I don't understand what you're saying." Ayano shook her head and clutched her hair.

"Don't let it control you." Konoha looked at her. His expression was neutral, but his eyes were more than enough to show how he felt. Ayano saw worry.

"Ayano..." Her heart raced. She didn't know what was happening. Konoha's voice became faint, nearly inaudible. "Stay strong."

Her vision dimmed and her mind went blank. Everyone, I'm sorry...

"My, my, this lad is truly unpredictable," Azami mused, watching Ayano from afar.

"I thought you could handle that power...I thought you wanted this responsibility..." Azami sighed, "You are still very young, I knew you wouldn't be able to control that but...you had such determination."

Azami flipped her long curly hair and looked away from the two wielders of red eyes, "You two need to learn how to use your eyes properly, ah, and that boy has to open his eyes. This is gonna be troublesome..."

Ayano lost consciousness after talking to Konoha. Just as she was about to hit the hard ground, Konoha jumped off and caught her. Not knowing what to do, Konoha decided to let her rest on his lap.

"A day without a haze is nice..." Konoha closed his eyes, feeling the gentle breeze hit his face. The tree sheltered them from the sun's heat, Konoha wanted to envy Ayano for being able to have such a good nap.

"Shintaro..." Ayano mumbled, her mouth twitching into a frown. Konoha felt something wet on his lap, then he noticed that the girl was crying.

"Who's Shintaro?" Konoha asked. He stared at Ayano's sleeping figure as if he actually expected her to answer.

"Mmm..." Ayano moaned in response. Konoha decided that it was useless to talk to a sleeping girl. His eyes twitched and his chest constricted.

"What a reckless girl, you are." He grumbled in a low voice. His hair slowly darkened and his dull red eyes changed into sharp golden ones.

"I hope you don't make more stupid decisions. I don't want you to end up in the same path as I am."

And that's all for Chapter 4! Thanks for the follows, favs and reviews! They encourage me to write, so really, thanks a lot. Do leave some reviews, I want to know what you think about the story.