Kimiko: I feel like I have actually been avoiding writing this chapter but at the same time I was so busy with life that I don't know why I felt like that XD But here I am, so enjoy!

As usual I own nothing of Vampire Knight and only own this plot line and character ^_^

A Twist in Fate

Chapter 9: A twist in atmosphere

Kimiko watched as first buildings passed by them and then trees as they drove to Kaname's estate. Ruka's mother had Kimiko's bags packed immediately when they got home and Kaname waited outside for Kimiko and Ruka, Aido had wanted to come to but his mother had denied saying that Kimiko was a bad influence.

Kimiko thought about what she had done and sighed, things would have been fine if she hadn't opened her big mouth and insulted one of the "higher up" vampires, she snorted inwardly at the notion. All he did all day was sit on a pedestal, pretending to be above humans, while humans were the very ones that most likely built the house he lived in and pedestal he sat on.

"I should probably feel bad that I don't feel bad about what I said to him," Kimiko mumbled.

"What?" Ruka asked.

"Well think about it, for most of the night all the vampires have been going about insulting me because I am human but what makes them so mighty? We work the same jobs and live in the same towns and we are all equal, why do vampires need to be the top dogs? Because they drink blood? I mean no offense. I love you guys but that's cause you don't treat me like some dog that's good for nothing." Kimiko said.

Ruka sighed, "Even I understand that now but it's not that easy to explain that to people who have been made to believe since childhood that they are above humans, because humans are considered food."

Kimiko sighed, "Yea I suppose that's all I am at the end of the day, food huh?"

"You aren't food Kimiko, it's why we at Cross Academy make use of the blood tablets to show that we don't need blood," Kaname said.

"Good, because I probably taste horrible," Kimiko joked to lighten the mood.

When they finally arrived at Kaname's estate the atmosphere around the 3 was much lighter, Kaname showed the 2 girls their rooms, both of which were right by his in case Asato decided to try something stupid.

"I've been wondering about this for a while now but how are you not scared of vampires?" Ruka asked as she sat on Kimiko's bed. "I mean, your parents were killed right in front of you and you just do not have an ounce of fear in your body for the same people that killed your parents."

Kimiko shrugged, "I guess I was a bit upset when I found out that you guys were vampires, after all I was kind of getting away from vampires when I went to Cross Academy, but I guess I trusted Headmaster Kaien enough that I also trusted his judgment on you guys and I mean you can't categorize everyone as killers just because of one bad apple, my mom always taught me that you were not allowed to judge someone until you knew them no matter who they were related to."

Ruka smiled, "Your mother sounds like she was an amazing person."

"She was the best, but then again every other person says that about their mother," Kimiko giggled and the two shared stories of their mothers.

A while later found Kimiko looking for the dining room for dinner and getting seriously lost.

"Just great, what is this?! Some cliché manga where the heroine gets lost and the prince finds her? Who needs such a big house anyway?!" Kimiko complained.

"The prince that needs to rescue the princess," Kaname teased behind Kimiko.

Kimiko just about jumped in fright at the sudden voice behind her.

"Geez Kuran-san you will give me a heart attack!" Kimiko accused as she put her right hand over her heart, "I'd like to live for a few more years if you don't mind."

"Sorry, I came to look for you when you didn't show up for dinner," Kaname explained, "shall I lead you to the dining room?"

"Well I can't say no, I'm already lost!" Kimiko pouted. "So please take me back oh kind prince," she joked.

Kaname chuckled and lead Kimiko to the dining room. When they got their Ruka was already done eating which confused Kimiko, because surely no one, not even vampires, eats that fast, but the only explanation Ruka gave to Kimiko's questioning gaze was a wink as she left to her room.

Kimiko groaned, "Geez Ruka!"

"What happened?" Kaname asked as he pulled out Kimiko's chair.

"Nothing, Ruka and Aido just seem to have a misconception about something and everything I try to clear it up they somehow end up making it seem worse," Kimiko sighed.

"And what is this misconception?" Kaname asked pushing Kimiko's chair back in after she sat down and going to sit across from her.

"They seem to think a… acquaintance of mine has developed romantic interest in me and I know they probably mean well but it simply is not like that." Kimiko explained as she started eating.

"Have you asked your acquaintance if this is true? You never know for sure unless you get all the facts," Kaname said.

"Trust me, it will never happen, I won't say he's too good for me but, I mean come on, I'm not saying I'm not pretty but there are girls that are much prettier and he, I am sure, could pick just about any girl he wants to," Kimiko explained.

"And do you have romantic feelings for him then?" Kaname asked.

"No, I've been keeping myself from being an idiot and falling for him, it's not that hard as long as you are aware that it's impossible," Kimiko said casually.

"Perhaps you should speak to him first, you never know if he might actually hold romantic feelings for you, after all you are more then you make yourself out to be." Kaname said.

Kimiko looked as if she was contemplating it for a bit before she smiled at Kaname.

"Maybe one day, but right now I kind of have the vampire council possibly ready to murder me, I don't have time to consider dating right now."

Kaname chuckled, "Well just hold out till the ball, after that you may go home."

"Are you sure I should keep going to events?" Kimiko asked worried.

"Of course, you must show them that you stand firm and won't run away just because you have been challenged or do you want to run away?" Kaname asked.

"Of course not! But I might cause more trouble for you guys if I do go…" Kimiko mumbled.

"Don't worry about that and just be yourself," Kaname said smiling.

Kimiko: OHMYGOSH! Guys I don't know how I'm gonna do this anymore X'D I actually wrote out a really cute scene for Kaname and Kimiko but Kaname got OOC that I was so unhappy with it X'D So I decided to develop their romance a bit on the slow side cause I am gonna probably have to develop Kaname a bit as well (yes I will do as I please this is my fanfic!) but not extremely OOC of course but I did enjoy the subtleness I gave to Kaname's approach in this chapter! Thanks to all the loyal fans sticking with me and leaving reviews! I just started university and it's just been hectic these last few weeks! Time for replying to reviews!

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Fai: I know right! Honestly vampires like him need to stop thinking they're so high and mighty when really their not, though I wonder what he plans to do… oh dear ^^"

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