Very very sorry that I haven't updated for such a long time! College thesis is killing me. I do hope you all still continue to stay and be updated for this story...
Well! Here is where the real story begins people! ;) Hope you're up for it!
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The two witches and guardians made it to the school gates 10 minutes' tops. They are now running as fast as they can as they went inside the building. "See you guys later!" Saule yelled and waved. Woo winked at his girlfriend, causing Vanilla to blush and gave a small smile in return. The two parties separated with a nod.
"Hurry Vanilla!" Chocolat panted, and the young blonde tried her best to run as much as her feet and legs could give out.
"Turn left Chocolat!"
She did as she was told and saw that their classroom door was there at the end of the hallway. Almost there –
"SAFE!"
Catching their breaths both stopped at the entrance panting for air. It's like their lungs are about to explode from their ribcages. Someone cleared their throat as a sign to look upwards. Chocolat inhaled as she saw the Student Council Vice-President and school Princess standing in front along with the members; giving her a disapproving look. Yurika…
"I wonder what's going on." Vanilla half-whispered and the school bell rang just on cue.
"Ms. Ice, Ms. Katou, glad you could join us. Precede to your seats now, the council's about to start their announcement." says their homeroom teacher who is also Asura-sensie. "Alright Yurika, announce your agenda."
One of the girls in class started murmuring to one another. Chocolat's seatmate muttered: "That's weird. I wonder where the President is."
Chocolat stared blankly towards the members and wondered the same thing. Could it be…? That he's avoiding me? Just then, the whole classroom, specifically the girls, gasped in excitement. Going 'Kyah-Kyah-Kyah' as the president stood at the door. One hand in his pockets and his eyes closed.
"Pierre-sama, so glad you could make it." Yurika happily welcome him.
His eyes opened to reveal blue orbs as clear as ice, a gaze that Chocolat is very familiar with, even if his line of sight wasn't directed at her. Pierre nodded, "Continue with the announcement." Yurika obliged and started; Pierre formally went inside to stand with the rest of the Council.
"As you all know, February starts next Monday. This means the month of Hearts is almost here. As Student Council members and Academy Seniors, we would like to conduct a memorable event before we graduate." Yurika smiles as she continues, letting out two colored paper roses at both hands. The rest of the members followed suit and brought out the same roses.
"This right here is two origami roses: Pink for the Ladies and Blue for the Men. Our event consists of three days:
Feb. 14 – Will be the tradition of giving your loved ones Chocolate Day; or rather, as we all know it, St. Chocolate's Day. You are free to do whatever you want, be it home bake or bought from stores, and you have the freedom to give it to whomever you want. And yes, classes are to still commence during this day."
Everyone groaned at that last statement. They thought they could finally have the day off during St. Chocolate's Day, yet they get to have lectures continue for them. Tough luck. Well, you could say that they've seen this coming. But, they at least hoped the Council to change that. Then again, they're on the brink of Graduating. Curses… "Next – "
"Feb. 15 – Is Festival Day. We will be providing numerous booths on the said day to promote Valentine's Day. Everyone is required to attend. The money that will be collected is to be sent to charity, especially orphanages. This will be our last Project as seniors.
Feb. 16 – Alas, this would probably be our most busy day yet. Two events will be conducted on this date."
Everyone in class had their mouths ajar at the moment. Pierre signaled for her to continue. She nodded and spoke back.
"This is where the origami roses take place. From 10am – 3pm, the Academy's High School Division grounds will be… A Hunting Field."
At that, the whole class' jaws dropped.
"It's simple really. Boys and Girls are to take the rose of their chosen partner, whoever he or she may be. They will assist you at our last event, which is the Valentine Bon Fire dance."
"We, the Student Council members, shall also partake one this event. Once you get a rose, the two of you must write your names on it." another member voiced out.
Before anyone could say anything regarding the mechanics of the game, Pierre stepped forward and eyed every student in the room, especially a certain orange-headed witch. But of course, he couldn't stare at her very long, not when she happens to see the glint in his eyes when he stared back at her for a millisecond there. Eh? Did he just look over here? Pierre then gave out additional notes regarding the roses.
"I would just like to say that you have every right to decline the person whoever catches your rose."
That being said, everyone sighed in relief. Close call for now. Then again, Pierre had a mischievous grin and started "That is – "all ears listened carefully… "If you are able to claim it back."
Silence filled the room. It was quiet… Too quiet… Hmm –
A reaction should happen in right about –
"EHH?!" See? Hahaha!
The President's cocky attitude had the whole class flabbergasted in disbelief; even the members were unaware of this sudden rule. Surely they know of the President's mysterious yet cunning behavior, but he is still by far unpredictable as always. No wonder girls are head over heels for him. This guy's words can melt you instantly, for the guys, annoyingly.
"That's totally unfair!" But of course, not everyone is attracted to him. Not anymore; take Mizuki for example. Although she used to be a part of the Prince Pierre fan Club, she has grown tired of it. And as a girl like Mizuki, not that she's selfish or anything, but she never did like sharing.
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Okay I take it back; she can be pretty selfish at time. But in a good way!
"What are we going to do Chocolat?" Vanilla whispers to herself.
Chocolat felt uneasy. Her heart suddenly ached for what she had seen. It was as if… Those piercing blue eyes were looking directly at her.
A drop of sweat slid down her forehead as she continues to stare and lock gazes with the silver-blonde male. She quickly averted her eyes in hoping to lose contact with him as she remembers certain events. No Chocolat… You promised to yourself, remember? Her own words seem to have betrayed her as an orange heart had glow from her chest.
After the announcement, the Student Council left and class went on. All ears on the given lecture and discussions, but everyone knows that their thoughts were all on the same thing; Valentine's Day.
Three days went by in a flash and the wind remained frigid even as the sun was shining high up in the sky, for snow was still continuing to melt from last winter. Only 3 more weeks; well, minus the days that has passed of course. Moegi Gakuen's students all had their fair share of ideas about the said occasion.
Junior girls were waiting for their teacher inside Home Economics Class. Half of the female student body started daydreaming about their plans for February 14th, thinking on who to give chocolates to while others come up with their dates. Some began to cry out of misery because of the Origami Rose Game. Knowing they wouldn't stand a chance in claiming back their rose if ever the guys get them, they would most likely be left with no other choice but to give in. Poor them – I mean, poor us.
"Ohh ~ I'm so excited!" Mizuki shrieked.
"Eh~? You are? I thought you didn't like the Council's idea for this year's Valentine's Day?" asked by innocent Rino.
"This year's Valentine's is gonna be so much better compared to our previous years." And so Rino was ignored, but what she said was enough to get her friend's attention.
"And how would you know? You don't even have a boyfriend to go on a date yet." Rino deadpanned.
"Hey! I resent that." She retorted, and back with the giddy attitude. "Oh come one Rino, this is our chance to get the guys we like! Just think of it, you and him at the Bon Fire dance." Mizuki's eyes shone with excitement, firing with determination. She just knew that this is gonna be a fun filled event.
"Does that include Nao-kun?" Rino playfully smirks as she raised an eyebrow.
The fire in Mizuki's eyes immediately faded the moment she heard her son-of-a-gun, Baka-word-loving friend's name. Friend? Or is he?
Her lips started to twitch, unable to speak properly as she began stuttering; madly blushing at her friend's words. "W-w-w-what are y-you s-s-s-saying? Huh, R-Rino?"
Vanilla who happens to hear them, she smiled. Imagining how awkward it would be when Naoga and Mizuki finally paired up. Quietly laughing at the thought and returning her attention to the orange-haired witch.
She took a seat right next to her with her arms resting on the counter; hands together while she plays with her thumbs hoping her friend to notice her.
It took Chocolat 2 minutes realizing that Vanilla was now sitting beside her. "Nani?" she asks, her voice in monotone, chin resting on her palm.
"Hmm?" Vanilla turns her head a bit, "Oh! Hehe I was just wondering what you were thinking, that's all."
"Aa, it's nothing." Chocolat answers, closing her eyes.
Vanilla's brows furrowed and frowned. There were a lot of things that she wanted to ask and tell Chocolat, but being the childhood best that she is, knows just when to take action. By the looks of it, Chocolat's current mood is probably not the best timing.
She stiffened. An idea came immediately through her head, smiling widely as she ponders at the thought. Oh, how she loved the idea. Tilting her head as she faces her; "Ne, Chocolat-chan? Have you decided whom to give chocolates yet?"
The mood suddenly felt chilly… Was the air conditioner on too high? Vanilla stared back towards her friend and could've sworn she saw Chocolat's eye twitched.
"You're kidding, right Vanilla?" the blonde was about to question but Chocolat continued, "There's no way in hell that I'm gonna give anybody Chocolate this year. Haven't you remembered the one back in middle school?"
On the contrary, she does. Even though it was half a decade ago, the memory was fresh as homemade cookies. Chocolat made a wonderful Chocolate in the shape of a heart around that time. It was a way to conceal her feelings about a certain someone so that she could move on. It just so happens that the boys in her class were betting on who will get the most chocolates that year. Seeing the young witch hadn't given hers yet, they claim it was theirs for the taking; resulting to a ruckus and making the sweet fly all around the classroom.
Unfortunately enough, the special treat got stepped on. Not wanting to get angry as she already was, Chocolat decided to use her magic and turn into bite-sized-star-shaped-chocolates instead. The young Witch had not given a single chocolate ever since. It was just too troublesome.
Vanilla couldn't help but give a small giggle at the memory.
"Besides – "
She was taken aback when her friend spoke again.
"There's no one to give it to." Chocolat's voice began to sound like a whisper, good thing Vanilla heard it.
This isn't like her all. Normally, she would just shrug at things like this. Then again, when that person is involved in the matter, it's hard for Chocolat to pretend that she doesn't care. She can be pretty good at hiding her feelings. But as you grow up, you tend to change, and Chocolat was becoming very delicate day by day. Why?
Vanilla begins to worry.
She loves Chocolat so much that she couldn't resist worrying over the orange-haired teen. It breaks her heart as these thoughts linger inside her head; Why can't you tell me what's been bothering you? Why are you still sad? Why are you still putting up the tough-girl attitude when you know you can be at ease with me?
Your eyes….. Doesn't show a hint of life in them anymore.