Carrie felt nothing but comfort, wrapped in her sheets like a cocoon while burying her face into the pillow. She knew she needed to get up, but at that moment nothing could possibly force her to-Grumble…well except for hunger. Her eyes felt as though they were glued shut, as they were forced open to face a brightly lit room. Carrie reluctantly pulled the sheets from her body, causing a lit shiver to occur at the lack of warmth.

'I don't remember putting on pajamas' She thought to herself as she remembered the previous nights…activities. A guilt washed over her when she remembered how she spoke to Yui.

"Carrie, you're up" Chloe chirped as he enthusiastically leaped on to the bed beside her.

"Chloe did you change my clothes" Carrie inquired hoisting the penguin up to meet her eyes.

"Of course I did, I was really worried when you collapsed last night and when you slept in so late. Thankfully you landed on your bed though, it wouldn't have been easy as it was for me to tuck you in" He explained.

"Right, I'm sorry I made you have to do all that. I'll just get dress for class then" Carrie said setting him back down on the bed and walking over to her wardrobe.

"But Carrie its already past lunchtime, there's no point in attending classes now. Besides you still look a little rough" Chloe reasoned hoping down from the bed and wobbling toward her.

"I guess I'll miss class, but still I think I should grab some lunch" She replied sliding a pair of jeans beneath her nightgown.

"But Carrie you really don't look well, I could go and get some food for you" Chloe offered, almost pleaded. Carrie slid her nightgown off her head and let it fell to the ground, replacing its presence with an oversized knitted sweater.

"Its all right I need the air, and I'll bring you back something too" She said stepping into a pair of flats and exiting the door before Chloe could protest. The little penguin already did so much for her, it'd be a crime to make him do any more and she really did want some fresh air.

She remembered the cruel words she spoke last night, and the pain on Yui's face as she heard them. Even though she had left the privacy of her room, she had no intention of meeting up with the others. Carrie knew that it was lunchtime and everyone would gather in the cafeteria, so she would prepare something for herself in the culinary room. She took care in choosing the path to wander through the gardens and empty classrooms.

Until, finally, she had reached her destination. She sighed in relief, succeeding in being able to avoid everyone. Carrie was tired and hungry, but she would have to cook her own meal and one for Chloe as well. The little penguin deserved a good meal after all he had done for her. She pushed open the doors and stepped inside.

"Hey Carrie" Someone called; her eyes darted to the opposite side of the room seeing the gods peaking out behind a bush.

"Carrie" Loki said, staring back at her. Her hands clutched at her chest, an attempt to stop the brash beating of her heart. She began to inch away, spinning around to sprint out of the room. She heard them calling after her again, but she couldn't. Carrie was ashamed of herself and too scared to face them.

She ran outside and hid behind a couple bushes in the garden, she remained there until she was sure if was safe. An hour passed and her courage emerged once again, with the rumbling of her stomach. Carrie stepped out of the bush and walked back into the building, even more cautious than she was before. Moving swiftly and checking every second to make sure she was alone.

Then she made it to the cafeteria. Carrie did not want to make the same mistake, so she peaked in and thoroughly checked the room before entering. This time the room was completely empty. She walked over to the counter, full of warm food, and grabbed a couple plates to carry it back to her room. She was incredibly tired and exhausted, and her hunger only worsened to feeling. Dizziness clouded her vision as she picked up another plate. She lost feeling throughout her body and her hold on the plate weakened allowing it to fall to the ground, as Carrie joined it. The plate shattered and managed to miss the blonde. She simply lay against the ground, enjoying the coldness of the floor.

"Hey!" Some cried, she immediately attempted to push herself off the ground to run. But she was too weak. The person rushed to her side, helping her off the floor. It was Takeru.

"Are you okay" He asked concerned, she nodded her head and tried to push herself away from him. He wouldn't allow it. Takeru wrapped his arms around her body and legs before lifting her off the ground, carrying her bridal style.

"What are you d-doing, I'm fine" Carrie pushed, a scarlet blush warming her cheeks. Takeru ignored her protest and set her down at table, turning back to the counters to grab her an assortment of food. He set a tray in front of her, a massive bowl of soup, a grilled fish to the side, and an entire loaf of bread.

"Thank you, but this really isn't-" He shoved the bread between her lips before she could finish.

"You haven't eaten since lunch yesterday, at least that's what I'm assuming. You need to eat" He commanded, and try as she might, her eyes couldn't escape his piercing cinnamon eyes. She could not hide behind her hair from him. So she gave in and started eating, hoping he would just leave. He didn't, he sat down in a seat in front of her and watched her eat.

"You're no better than my brother, I have to make him eat too" Takeru said watching as she took a bite from her fish, she remained silent and continued eating.

"So where have you been all day, ditching classes and hiding from everyone" He inquired, resting his cheek on his fist as he leaned against the table.

"For most of the day I've been sleeping, I only just woke up a couple hours ago" She answered hesitantly, staring solely at her food.

"Really, what a bed head" Takeru taunted with a smirk, she remained stoic.

"It was because of yesterday, when I channeled the goddess Themis. It took a lot out of me" Carrie explained, grimacing at the memory of yesterday. Remembering why she feared meeting up with the others, yet here she was with one of them. She trembled at the thought of what he was to reply.

"Thank you" He said catching her completely off guard, making her drop her spoon in the soup. Of all the things she feared him to say, he chose those words. "You're the one who proved my innocence in front of Zeus, you shielded me from the consequences of defying the rules" He added, taking a bite of her fish. Carrie could have accepted his gratitude, but she knew she didn't deserve it.

"It wasn't me who cleared your name, I was just channeling the goddess of justice. She was the one who deemed you guiltless" She corrected, her eyes downcast. Takeru groaned and grabbed her loaf of bread, then proceeding to shove it in her mouth. It stretched her mouth wide and muffled any protest she attempted to make.

"Regardless, you still saved me. So just accept my damn gratitude" Carrie went silent, and bit off piece of bread jammed in her mouth. Steadily she chewed the food, her eyes never leaving Takeru and with an audible gulp she was ready to talk.

"Yo-our welcome" She stuttered, never before using the words. No one, no ever, had ever been grateful for anything she'd done. Takeru smiled at the blonde, and rose from his seat.

"Good, now then will you be at the Moon-viewing tonight" He inquired.

"Moon-viewing, what is that?" Carrie replied.

"It's a celebration of the new seasonal moon, we're all getting together tonight to watch it " Takeru explained, though Carrie still wasn't sure what this thing was. "So will you be joining us tonight" He repeated.

"No, I think I'll just head back to my dorm" She declined, rising up from the table picking up the empty tray.

"All right suit yourself, but we're all meeting on the roof if you decide to join us" He offered as he began walking away, leaving the cafeteria. Carrie then set aside her tray and began grabbing several tasty snacks; she hadn't forgotten her little friend back at her room.

As she left the building to return to her dorm, the sky turned golden as the sun departed from the sky. How the day had passed so quickly she couldn't believe, then again she was sleeping for most of it. Returning to her room, she thought once again about Takeru's invitation to join them.

"No, it-I cant just, I won't" She mumbled, rejecting the thought.

"Oh Carrie, there you are" Someone exclaimed, grasping her shoulder. With a shriek Carrie spun around to face Yui and Tsukito behind her. "I've been looking for you all day, I'm so glad to finally get to you. In a little bit we're having a party on the rooftop of the school, a Moon-viewing. I would be thrilled if you could join us" Yui pleaded.

"Sorry, but I'm a little tired" Carrie declined, opening her door to escape her classmates.

"How could you possibly be tired, you've slept most the day" Chloe reasoned, leaping eagerly out of the room. "Besides I thought you wanted some fresh air".

"I got plenty already, besides I don't really have anything to wear" She countered, noticing her classmates dressed in traditional eastern garments.

"Which is why I grabbed you something from the school store, now come on I'll help you put it on" Yui said, pushing Carrie into her room to help her change.

"W-wait, no, what about him. He's not coming too is he" Carrie interjected, seeing Tsukito following behind Yui.

"Oh, no. You see there was a small issue and now we're kinda stuck together" Yui explained waving her hand, as well as Tsukito.

"Don't worry about it, you'll help her get changed inside the room and I'll waiting outside with him to make sure doesn't peak on you. Does that sound good" Chloe offered hoping up onto Tsukito's shoulder, his plastic eyes glued to any potential movements.

"Nice idea Chloe, we won't be long" Yui said closing the door behind them, leaving it just a bit open for Tsukito's arm. Yui and Chloe acted so quickly, Carrie wasn't even able to protest as Yui began pulling her clothes off and replacing them with a bright blue kimono. Despite her handicap, Yui was actually doing pretty well in helping Carrie put it on. A simple kimono, bright blue with golden butterflies etched into the fabric at the bottom of the dress. Currently Yui was working on fastening the belt on it, or obi as Yui called it.

"You know Carrie, you weren't at fault for what happened yesterday" Yui said, breaking the silence. Carrie said nothing, simply starred into her room as she listened intently to what Yui had to say. "And you were right about what you said too…" Yui finished the obi and moved on to fixing up the blonde's hair. "I don't know what you've been through and that I can never know how you've felt, but I would like to try and understand. I want to get to know you Carrie, I want to be good friends and I know we can be. So please, just let me be there for you" Yui finished pining her hair up into a tight bun, revealing her face and preventing her to hide behind her hair.

"I-I've never had someone to actually call a f-friend, but I would like to call you one" Carrie replied with a shy smile as her hands fidgeted together.

"Thank you Carrie, now lets head to the party" Yui said, lightly shoving the blonde out the door.

"Wow, Carrie you're incredible" Chloe praised, his smile wide and proud.

"You look very nice Ms. White" Tsukito complimented, his face ever so stoic. Carrie blushed at their comments and wished her hair were able to hide her embarrassment; instead she just kept her head low as she followed Yui and Tsukito. They led her through the school, passing empty classes and climbing to the top of staircases, and while Yui and Tsukito seemed unphased, Carrie was panting before they reached the top. She never really was athletic, not in the slightest.

When they opened the door, the sight stunned Carrie. An enormous moon covered the sky, with little stars twinkling beside it. A few lanterns decorated the rooftop, not that they were needed, and a giant alter in the center holding various treats.

"Well so you did decide to show up" A teasing tone said, belonging to Takeru. He was dressed similar to everyone else there, in a blue kimono.

"Not really, but Yui-"

"Made you come out" He interrupted, to which she replied with a nod. "Then anyways, you don't look so bad in a kimono" Takeru added his eyes trailing her figure, Carrie blushed at the attention.

"Hey Carrie" Someone cried eagerly, looking to her side she saw Baldr and Thor dragging a resistant Loki up to her. She wasn't sure what they had to say, before yesterday none of them had bothered to talk to her. "We brought Loki over here, to apologize for yesterday, for how he treated you. Isn't that right Loki?" Baldr asked, his tone threatening.

"Yeah, sorry" Loki mumbled reluctantly, only for Thor to shove him.

"Try again Loki" He instructed, the redhead growled in frustration.

"I'm sorry Carrie" He apologized firmly, and though he didn't mean it wholly, Carrie still appreciated it.

"Its all right" She said, accepting his minimal apology. He smiled gleefully as he spun around and skipped away, his friends closely following after him.

"Now that that's done, why don't you get some dango" Takeru offered, reminding Carrie that he was still standing beside her.

"What's dango" She inquired, curious to find out what it was.

"Right, you're American. You see that table over there with all those little balls, those are called dango, and they're Japanese sweets made from rice flour. Do you want to try some" He explained.

"Oh, yes I'd like to try some" She replied, offering him a smile which he returned with similar expression. They walked over to the table, seeing the colorful variety of treats. She chose some of the prettiest color; pinks and green, though she was advised against the wasabi flavored dango.

Carrie sat down with a small plate of dango, nibbling on them as she starred up at the sky. Never before had the moon looked so lovely. In the background she could hear the excitement of chatter and screams of agony to those who dared eat the wasabi dango. Popping another treat into her mouth, finding them rather delicious and addicting to taste, she released a giggle. For the first time in a long time, she was genuinely overwhelmed with happiness. But she knew, that this was only a temporary state.