Chapter 6

The four of them went to the mall being dragged by an over excited Haru who wanted to see all the clothing shops she could and even buy a few things. Chitaru laughed at the light-headed girl and dragged Histugi along, going up and down the mall. The small one was the only one that could keep up with Haru's excitement. They even lost Tokaku in their way of the sweets shop and didn't realised it until they were in the bathroom, well, actually Tokaku found them and then they remembered that she wasn't with them. The only reason that Hitsugi didn't got lost was because she and Chitaru were holding hands all the time. Now they were standing in front of another dress shop but since Hitsugi was a little tired she rested on a sofa with Tokaku. In the meantime, Haru and Chitaru entered the shop, Chitaru literally being dragged by Haru.

-God bless the sofas on the malls -Sighed Tokaku as she slipped down on the sofa.

-Haru-san is a very active person, isn't she?-

-Only when it's about clothes- She replied with a grin. They both fell into a comfortable silence as some comercial music was playing around the mall. Hitsugi wasn't really sure about what she had to talk with always looked like a very private person... But now that she had spend some time with her and her friends, she didn't look like it. She was kind of funny.

-How did you realised you liked Haru-san?- Hitsugi asked out of the blue. Well, she actually was curious from the very begining since Tokaku and Haru were different in every single thing. -I mean, if... If you want to talk about it- Tokaku sighed. She feared that someone asked her that. Tokaku didn't mind answering it, she knew Hitsugi was a good girl but she wasn't usually the "let's-talk-about-feelings-type".

-I didn't realised it... It just... came to me. I've never been good with the feeling stuff and I knew something different was happening but I just couldn't put my finger on it- Tokaku put her hand in her chin, in deep though. -One day she came crying to me and confessed, she said that she couldn't handle being around me, that she didn't wanted to be just my friend and that her chest hurted a lot when she was near me. I just kissed her. It came naturally since I loved her from the very begining but never realised it -Tokaku looked at Histugi, who had a sweet smile on her face.

-Aw... That's really sweet Tokaku-san- Cooed Hitsugi.

-Yeah, don't tell anyone or I'll have to kill you, and then Chitaru would kill me. So please, don't- Both of them laughed and Hitsugi got near to Tokaku.

-And... What did you feel when you were near her? -Hitsugi didn't ask that question with ulterior motives, she just really liked love stories like any common girl.

-Y'know... That stupid stuff like... I wanted to see her all the time even if it was just to say hi, I get those weirds butterflies around my stomach... I smiled just by seeing her smile... I don't know, that stuff! -Tokaku blushed hard and got up from the sofa, turning her back to Hitsugi. Now Hitsugi was kind of perplexed too. "But... That's kind of... What I feel with Namatame-san"

-Uh... What's wrong with you two? - Chitaru and Haru had just left the store and found the other two girls with unsual faces.

-Nothing. I'm hungry, I want food -Stated Tokaku grabbing Haru by the hand, draw her closer and kissing her full in the lips.

-Haru isn't food!- Haru punched Tokaku lightly, trying to liberate from her hug.

They entered a fast food restaurant and ordered their food. Chitaru was still a little worried about what happened before so she took the advantage going to pick up the food with Tokaku and asked what happened. Tokaku said that Hitsugi made her say embarrasing things and that the girl was pure evil, and that the small girl had her approval. Tokaku liked evil things. Ruby eyes looked at her with shock. "Kirigaya? Pure evil? Tokaku sure is crazy". The two girls went back to their tables with their food. Tokaku devoured her food while the others chatted happily. Once everyone was finished, Haru suddenly got up and leaned to Tokaku's side and whispered: "I want to go buy lingerie, come with me". Tokaku immediately got up and followed behing, mouthing a "I get lucky" to Chitaru who just thumbed up, grinning like the chesire cat.

-Where are they going?-

-Let's say that Haru is going to buy something nice to wear for Tokaku-

-Like a dress? -

-Uhm... Like a really, reeeally, reeeeeally short dress maybe- Histugi was a little slow and caught later what they were going to buy. She mouthed an "o" and chuckled. "Gosh, this girl is gonna be the death of me" Thought Chitaru as she smiled. They both headed to the fountain that was inside the mall and sit by its side.

-Oh yeah! Here, this is for you – Hitsugi handed Chitaru a bag from the previous sweets store. Chitaru looked confused at Hitsugi, who just smiled. -I wanted to thank you from our first meeting and from helping me with Ms. Yoko, but I never got the chance to do it- She blushed a little and clasped her hands together, embarrased. Chitaru opened the bag and found a box with six macaroons each one with different flavours.

-I'm literally drooling... - Histugi giggled nervously and looked up to find Chitaru with one of her charmest smiles. Chitaru grabbed Histugi's hand and rubbed her thumb over her palm. -You didn't really have to buy me this to thank me. I what I did 'cause I felt like doin' it-

-Well, I bought you this 'cause I felt like doin' it -Hitsugi mimicked Chitaru and both of them laughed. Hitsugi leaned in Chitaru's shoulder as they both felt their hearts skip a beat. Chitaru gathered all of her inner strength and put her arms around Hitsugi's waist. The two girls were fully aware of what was going on. "I shouldn't have done that, I shouldn't have done that..." Repeated Chitaru on her mind, mentally slapping herself. "I don't know what I'm doing but it feels so nice..." Hitsugi sighed and rested her head on the other's shoulder, accepting the embrace.

-This really feels nice – Muttered Hitsugi loudly enough for Chitaru to hear. The other looked down and smiled at Hitsugi's peacefully expression. Chitaru had been scolding herself for nothing.

-Yeah... -

And they were lost again. "I could spend all of my days like this" Chitaru rubbed her thumbs against the other's palm. "She really makes me laugh with some silly things..." Chitaru's perfume overwhelmed Hitsugi. "Gah, and that smile... It really enchants me! How can she do that?" Chitaru was playing now with Hitsugi's hand. Both of them laughing a little with their childish behavior. "How can I be so dense? I never realised that I had a crush on her.. I mean, I never do this things with my other friends. Is it okay for me to feel like this? Tokaku kind of helped me see it though.." Hitsugi closed her eyes as she let all of her butterflies fly in her stomach, setting them free. " I hope to God you feel the way I feel" Chitaru looked down and found a pair of yellow gems looking deeply at her. Chitaru gulped heavily as a thousand thoughts were running through her mind. Hitsugi's gaze was piercing her soul, mind and heart at the same time. She just didn't know what to do. It wasn't until she realised that Histugi's lips were partially open, as if she was daring Chitaru to kiss her. Chitaru leaned in slowly as she licked her own lips.

-What'cha doin' here, cousin? - Both of them jumped and looked up, just to find Kazumi with what looked like a slutty girl next to her. Chitaru noticed how Hitsugi's body language changed drastically. She went from relaxed from being defensive, or even alert... As if she was scared of something or someone. Like she was a prey and someone was hunting her. Chitaru got up and confronted the boy.

-What do you want? - Asked in an irritated voice. Chitaru was was angry that they were interrupted, but she was actually more worried about Hitsugi's attitude. Something seemed off.

-I jus' wanted to say hi to my little and dear cousin, dude-

-Then say hi and leave. -Chitaru held Hitsugi's hand all the time, while the other kept her gaze down and tried to hide behind Chitaru, using her other arm to grab her from behind.

-Or what? - He drew near and Chitaru held his gaze, with dangerous eyes.

-Or I'll make you leave, sucker- Stated the girl with even more dangerous eyes. Chitaru and Kazumi had their foreheads nearly touching.

-Ha! Isn't she funny? C'mon cousin, you deserve something better than her. Like a real man. -He tried to appart Chitaru from Hitsugi, but the other didn't flinch and stayed there. Then, Kazumi tried to touch Hitsugi's face but Chitaru slapped his hand and pushed him hard, making the boy fall to the solid ground.

-What's goin' on here? - Tokaku and Haru just arrived panting. They saw all the first encounter and saw that something was weird, so they runned all the way.

-Nothing. He was just leaving- Chitaru nearly growled without tearing her gaze apart from the boy, who was on the floor with raged eyes. He got up with the slutty girl help and turned around.

-My offer's still up, bitch- He waved goodbye and started walking away.

Hitsugi's got her face buried on Chitaru's side and had watery eyes. Chitaru turned around and hugged the other girl, who just started crying. Chitaru whispered over and over again that everything was gonna be fine, that she would take care of her, that he was gone and that she was with them, that she didn't have to be afraid. Eventually, Hitsugi calmed herself and just sobbed a little. Haru hugged her and offered some water.

-What offer did he was refering to? -Asked Chitaru a little afraid of the answer. Hitsugi lowered her gaze and murmured something intelligible. Chitaru lifted Hitsugi's chin and stared at her. The other couldn't hold the gaze and looked away.

-He told me that he could make me feel good, that he could protect me... And that I needed a real man since I was going to an all-girls school...- Chitaru released Hitsugi from her embrace.

-I'm going to rip his dick off- A growl escaped Chitaru's throat.

-I choose his balls- Stated Tokaku as both of them started walking away. Suddenly, Hitsugi grabbed Chitaru by the hand.

-Please don't... Don't leave me here alone. Don't leave me- Chitaru turned and hugged the girl again. "Someday, I promise" Her mind just wanted to rip the other guy, but right now she had to be with Histugi.

-Your parents know about this?- Asked Haru trying to understand what had been going in Histugi's life.

-No, my parents died years ago. I live with my uncles and my cousin...-

-What?! You live with that douchebag?- Chitaru couldn't help but raise her voice. How could she live with him? Now she understand why the other girl was so scared when he got near to them.

-Yes, but we don't see each other during the day and I spend my nights locked in my room with Sugar-

-That's a weird name for an aunt- Said Tokaku out of the blue.

-No, it's my cat... She protects me from him in our house too-

-You see? I WAS RIGHT. WE NEED A CAT FOR YOU CHITARU. That way you wouldn't have to deal with your fans everyday- Now they just ignored Tokaku.

-Here, let's exchange numbers- Chitaru took out her mobile phone and registered Hitsugi's number and vice versa. -If something happens call me and I'll come immediately, I promise – Suddenly, Hitsugi's phone rang. Hitsugi answered her aunt's call and told her that she was heading home now, that she didn't have to worry. The three friends shared a worried look between them.

Chitaru insisted on accompany the small girl, she wasn't calm with the fact that they lived together and something about him just... seemed off. Like he wasn't doing that just to mock her cousin, that he actually believed what he said and that he really wanted to fuck her cousin.

-Here we are... -Said Hitsugi sqeezing Chitaru's hand a little. The other jumped a little and fixed her gaze on her house. They were on the front door, where there was a little garden illuminated with some garden lamps.-Chitaru-san, I'll be fine... Don't worry. You're so tense-

-I can't help it, Kirigaya. I really care about you- Hitsugi smiled sweetly and reached for Chitaru's face standing on tiptoe causing Chitaru to bend over a little. Then, Hitsugi kissed her sweetly in the cheek, causing a blush on both of them.

-You really are like a prince, Chitaru-san – Histugi giggled and entered her home, throwing one last look at Chitaru, who still stand frozen in the same place. Chitaru turned to Hitsugi and smiled sweetly. "This is the first time that I don't hate being called Prince..."

And with that, Chitaru walked off from the entrance with a goody smile plastered on her face.

A/N:The autors notes are in the end now! Yeah, I needed to add some drama to the story, sorry. And I know, this chapter didn't have anything of Isuke/Haruki buuuuut, I promise you that something "big" is ahead of them. I really meant it, I've already written 12 chapters of the fic and there's a lot of Isuke/Haruki ahead, but I try not to forget about Hitsugi/Chitaru! I'll try to post the next chapter on wednesday or something. Thank you very much for your reviews, views, follows aaaaaand favourite! I really appreciate it! ^_^