Darkness filled the empty space that surrounded Haru. Nobody was inside and not single drop of light was in view except that which fell over Haru. She stood tall, clutching onto the skirts of her nightgown, the silk cool against her fingertips. Haru remained silent, not wanting to ruin the calm yet eerie scenery.

"What is it that you so truly desire, Haru?" The sound of Mako's smooth and velvety voice echoed throughout the darkness. Haru raised her head, her eyes averting around the room and begging to find something to stare at. Something to touch. Something to remind her of her where she truly was.

Haru kept her mouth shut, breathing deeply through her nose. Her chest rising and falling as she respired in the darkness. She felt a cool breeze run through her locks, bringing her back to this illusion that was currently her reality. Her eyes screamed, letting her true wants and wishes to be seen as if they'd been written on paper.

"I want," Haru started, bitting gently on her lip and peeling off some skin, ignoring the pain as the copper taste of blood touched her tongue. "I want to find him, Yuichiro," She finished off, staring into the darkness and hoping that her gaze had met Mako's at least once.

Green smoke filled the area, causing Haru to cough and splutter as it began to intoxicate her lungs. It was a like a drug to her, making her feel nothing but euphoria and a cross of adrenaline. She wanted to run, to fight and scream but she was aware that was just Mako attempting to possess her in her weaker moments.

Mako stepped out of the green smoke as it slowly began to disperse, his posture was straight as a smirk was placed onto his lips. He looked cocky whilst walking over towards Haru with his hands in his pockets and his crimson eyes burning into the human girl. Mako placed his hand under Haru's chin before tilting it up and widening his sardonic grin that had been so carefully placed on his flawless face.

"Is that really all that you want?" Mako whispered. He was challenging her, wanting her to weaken so he could take control. He gained pleasure from seeing her weak. Gaining excitement from seeing her shed tears. He was a demon after all.

Haru nodded subtly, her raven hair falling over her shoulders and framing her face perfectly. Haru donned a serious expression that made her bright blue and green eyes look colder than they have ever been before. The girl pumped her chest, attempting to gain dominance before she chose to push Mako away from her. She flinched as her wrist ached from using so much force just to push Mako away yet she knew it was because he enjoyed testing her strengths.

"You must be aware that I will never give in to you," Haru hissed, slamming her hands down to her sides and clenching her fists until the whites of her knuckles were clear to see. "I have told you that I will not let you mock me or bring up my past in order for you to get what you want like some spoilt child!"

The demon let out a harmonic laugh, like a song from the angels to Haru's ears. Mako suddenly appeared behind Haru, causing her to shriek as she attempted to move forward but Mako gripping onto her shoulder threateningly. He rose his hand towards her cheek and caressed it, adorning Haru's milky skin that seemed like the finest of silk. Afterwards, Mako slid his hand down Haru's neck until reaching some of her hair. He moved the hair away from the neck, revealing some of her collarbone before he leaned towards her ear and breathed down her neck, causing her to shiver.

"But, I already have what I want," Mako whispered seductively. Haru shivered and blushed as she struggled to free herself from Mako's tight grasp he had on her shoulder. "That being you, my dear Haru."

Haru freed her shoulder and swung her fists around, aiming towards Mako, who had suddenly vanished. She was only able to catch a glance of the demon being devoured by the darkness that surrounded her.

"It's time for you to wake up," Mako's voiced echoed throughout the darkness. His voice continued to repeat that same sentence, but each time it was said his voice grew more and more distant. Haru forced herself forward, running into the darkness and feeling her feet tap against the cold ground as she reached her hand out ahead of herself whilst attempting to call Mako back.

Haru opened her eyes hazily, rubbing her eyes whilst they adjusted to the sunlight which burst through the half-open drapes. Haru sat up and looked around the room, her eyes locking onto the sword that had been placed inside its leather sheath and was leaning against the wall.

"Just what is it that runs through that head of yours, Mako?" Haru asked rhetorically, not expecting anybody to respond.

Letting out a sigh, Haru left her bed and changed her pajamas into her black and green uniform. She continued to stare into the mirror whilst buttoning up her shirt and adjusting her skirt and knee socks. After changing Haru froze, lost in thought. She could feel herself grimacing at her own reflection, repulsed by it. She always found herself hating her uniform. She detested it, finding everything about it hideous and up appealing to her. It made her sick to her stomach at the thought that she could quite easily be slaughtered mercilessly in this uniform. Maybe it was just her vanity, but Haru always felt the same when she wore the uniform.

Haru spun on her heel and headed towards the door after picking up her sword and slipping itself and the sheath on the inside of her belt. She closed the door behind herself and started to head towards the walls which was where she was to follow the orders of attacking the vampire territory. Haru was aware of the consequences. She knew that the chances of her dying on the battlefield was extremely high, but she also knew it was for a good cost. Guren had held a meeting recently and informed everybody that Haru was one of the selected few who was to gather information on the enemy. This would mean that her squad would have to lay down their lives in order for the humans to gain the upper hand in this conflict. Haru wanted to make a sacrifice, to save somebody from harm's way. She had came to believe her sacrifice would be needed. After the meeting was held, Haru had pulled Rin aside and told her that if it came to a dire situation that Rin was to survive the fight and escape with the information needed to defeat the vampires.

It hadn't taken Haru long for her to make her way from her small apartment building towards the wall's one and only entrance that led anyone to the outside world of which used to be so peaceful, now a land of the dead and bloodshed. Haru's eyes flashed in acknowledgement as she caught sight of a flock of soldiers in the same uniform that she donned, although they didn't pay Haru any attention as they chattered amongst each other. She walked through the crowd, muttering quiet 'excuse me's and 'pardon me's as she was able to draw closer to the Shinoa squad.

"Shinoa," Haru said monotonelessly, heading towards the violet haired girl who had her back turned to Haru. Along with Shinoa, the other squad members turned and noticed Haru as well. Haru mentally did a head count. There was only four people, normally there should be five soldiers- but that rule didn't count towards Haru's squad due to recently losing a member. Haru was able to mentally name each soldier, so it didn't take her long to figure out that the missing soldier was this mysterious 'Hyukuya' character she had heard so little about.

Shinoa walked gracefully towards Haru and let out a toothy smile, as did Yoichi, Mitsuba and Haru also noticed Kimizuki give a small smile which was a privilege as he was colder than stone.

"I'm happy to see you showed up. A lot of people have failed to do that as they've backed out," Shinoa said with a childish pout. Shinoa raised her hand and began to pat Haru's head, but almost instantly began to cower away and laugh awkwardly as Haru stared at Shinoa coldly.

The sudden sound of a bell was able to catch everybody's attention, after turning they had all noticed Guren standing at the top of the flight of concrete stairs with a black megaphone held close to his lips. The sound of quiet whispered the air after a moment of silence fell upon the crowd. Haru was able to hear the light mumbles as people mentioned their fears about dying at the hands of a vampire with a cross of the occasional soldier boasting about how they were going to slit a vampire's throat and make they regret being born.

"Alright!I have a few things to say before we start!" Guren yelled down the megaphone, his voice echoing throughout the area. "As you all know you were all given masks. I would like you to put that mask on. Before I receive any questions as to why I shall tell you; we have chosen this tactic in order for the vampires to not be able to identify you. We all believe that as most of you have fought will vampires before, you will have made a couple enemies- some which may wish to get revenge on you."

The crowd was silent as each soldier reached into their pockets and put on their masks. Haru followed the crowd's actions and before putting on the mask Haru stared at it. She ran her gloved fingers over the lace mask. It was a weak material that could easily be remove, yet it seemed like it would do. She always found herself asking, is this thing really going to save my life?

"As for you women working with us today, I am glad to see you chose to wear pants instead of skirts. We are aware that some noble vampires prefer the blood of women as it supposedly sweeter. Please be sure that your hair is also hidden by a hat."

Once again the crowd did as they were told. Everybody put on their hats and girls tied up their locks of varying lengths before tucking them into their hats and securing any stray hairs. It had mentioned that it was compulsory for anybody with hair longer than ears length was to have their hair hidden by a hat, otherwise their death would be their own fault.

"Man, this is going to be so fun!" Kimizuki said, gritting his teeth together whilst smirking. His gloved hands gripping tightly onto his curse gear as he spoke proudly whilst boasting.

Haru turned and noticed Rin weaving through the crowds before heading towards her. Haru let out a half-hearted wave towards her friend as she drew closer.

"I'm glad to you're here," Haru said in an almost intonated voice. Rin smiled in response as she tucked her strawberry blonde hair into her hat and put on her mask. The two turned their necks and looked towards Guren who was also wearing a mask and hat.

"I'll tell you this, and I will not put it kindly. Most of you will die, but it will not vain. Your sacrifice will be one of the main reasons as to why we gained the upper hand against the vampires!" Guren screamed, raising his sword whilst most of the crowd cheered in response. If only they knew the fate that awaited them.

Everything then fell silent, and with a simple nod from Guren the wall doors had opened. Following their leader, everybody walked out of the safety of the walls and into the world they once knew as their home. Rin was able to worm her hand into Haru's as she squeezed it tightly whilst they journeyed through the abandoned city streets. Haru remained silent, focusing on her main adjective. She planned various ways on how to keep her squad safe, but no matter how hard she thought every plan ended with her own sacrifice.

The sky had darkened to an orange and lilac shade, only a few clouds adding to the natural canvas known as the sky. The temperature had dropped gradually over time and everybody shivered as they had fell victim to the cold nips from the air. Everybody drew nearer to the vampire's territory. It wasn't too far. Through the trees and with the partings of the clouds, everybody saw the vampire's terrain.

Haru continued to follow her path. She noticed people falling to their knees and sobbing about how they didn't want to die from the corner of her eye. She had thought that Guren wasn't going to be calm about their sudden outbursts however she was proven wrong as Guren was able to sympathize with them and offer them a guide to take them home. Without taking much notice, Jered and Kurama emerged from the crowd and linked arms with Haru and nudged her sides.

"Since when did you two idiots get allowed to join us on this mission?" Haru said coldly, her expression deadpanned.

"Guren said that he wanted us to come along and protect you," Jered said. Haru was able to see Jered give a grin from behind his mask, which had put her at ease as she felt her stomach tighten with nerves whilst the crowd walked up the hill and headed towards the vampire's lair. It made her happy that even at a dark time like this, Jered was able to stay lively.

Haru watched as more people bailed from the mission. She was glad none of her comrades had chosen to fall to the groun and beg to leave this damned place. Haru knew that none of her friends would ever be like that. Weak. They had all admitted that they were fine with dying on the battlefield, as they all knew that somehow- even if it was the tiniest bit- they had made a difference.

Haru seemed to have lost focus whilst traveling up the hill as she only came to realize she was walking through an old tunnel that led them deeper into their own graves.

"Mako, no matter what, I want you to protect my comrades. Even if it means I allow you to possess me. I want them safe," Haru thought, gripping onto her sword.

"I shall do what is nessecary, for I will wait for the day that you join me and we can be together for the rest of eternity," Mako said in a whisper throughout Haru's mind.

"I've already told you countless times, I will never be with a demon or a vampire!" Haru mentally hissed.

She felt her blade tremble in her palms. She had chosen to ignore the anger that she had inflicted on Mako as a light burst through at the end of the tunnel.

This is it.

20/11/15

This is a rewrite of the second chapter, meaning for all you new readers, you get to enjoy the story in better detail and not have to deal with my terrible writing.

Esmereilda~ I actually don't mind the Mikayuu ship as I too, ship it, however I felt like it was sad as to how nobody had written a Mika x Oc fic. Mika deserves some love. I am glad you liked the beginning of the story and I am hoping you'll like the rest of it.

Melody Violet~ Rating changed!

Sarah (guest)~ I'm happy you like my fic! Let's all party as there is finally a Mika x OC fanfiction.