Vocaloid fanfic-Rin and Len.
Today is Sakura day. The streets in the kingdom were filled with laughter and happiness. It was indeed a very special event for the people of Albione. Children ran around, chasing each other. Adults browsed among the stalls, thinking of the happy faces of their children once they get home.

Meanwhile, a blonde girl mourned near the castle. She mourned for the loss of someone special to her. The one who was always there for her and would help her in any way she could.

Rin's mother was the most special person in the world for her. They were nothing but servants, yet Sachiko made her daughter feel otherwise. She would always give Rin delicious food and together, when she had time, they would pretend they were royalty like their mistress. Sachiko was the personal maid of the queen. The elegant, selfish queen Kaori treated Sachiko like garbage. Still, Sachiko remained by her side and faithfully followed her orders.

Rin hated that. Rin hated Kaori. She always spoke badly of her. She was never caught though—until last week. She was talking to some of her friends and another servant happened to hear her speak ill of Kaori. She reported this to her royal highness and she ordered Rin to be killed. Sachiko, upon hearing the news, begged Kaori to kill her instead of her beloved daughter. Sachiko believed Rin would be the one who can stop Kaori. She believed Rin would be the one to save the country from the queen's dictatorship. That's why she vowed to never let Rin get hurt…

'But mom, if you're gone, who will protect me?' Rin thought, barely stopping the tears from flowing, 'You said I was special. That I was supposed to be protected. Who'd do that now? I'm just fourteen! I can't live by myself!' She kept saying those things over and over again in her head in vain hope that her mother would come back to life and apologize.

She knew it was impossible, but it was the only thing she had now. Hope. Hope had been her and her mother's friend since birth. Since they were only servants, all they could do was hope. They would hope one day that they would be free from the queen's reach and would be able to do whatever they wish. They would always hope that one day they could explore the places in the world without anyone watching over them. It was the only thing they had actually.

But to Rin, hope disappeared with her mother.

Their father, a dedicated soldier, died when Rin was young. Rin would always pray that he'd be safe, but she never really felt empty. That was because she never met the man. She never got close to him. But now, that the only one who kept her going—the one who had taught her most of the things she knew—was gone. She wanted to die too. She wanted to be with her parents up there. She wanted to be some place where she would be free.

But she knew that wouldn't be what her mother wanted.

Her mother wanted her to live. Sachiko wanted her daughter to experience life. And Rin wasn't going to break her mother's heart by committing suicide. Actually, if she committed suicide, she would end up in hell so it was not really of any use. She knew her parents would be in heaven. She had heard her mother's stories about her father.

He was a kind man, gentle and caring. He had always been loyal to his kingdom. He never betrayed it. He died in a war. Rin still remembered that day.

She didn't really understand why her mother was crying endlessly.

"Mommy, why are you crying?" she patted her mother's shoulder, worried.

Sachiko smiled at her daughter, "Your father went to a very faraway place, Rin-chan..."

"When will he come back?" she asked.

"I don't know. But he said he'll come back soon."

"That's good. I want to see him again."

Rin shook her head. She shouldn't look at the past. She should just go back to work or Kaori will be angry.

"What are you doing here?"

She turned around, surprised. It was a boy—kaori's son. Sure, she had seen him a handful of times before, but this was the only time he had seen him up close. His blonde hair, which was usually tied back, was down and he looked rather…handsome? He was wearing a simple coat with the [royal] family crest on it.

"You're crying," Len said which woke up Rin from her fantasies.

Realization dawned on Rin as she wiped her tears away. The prince saw me crying! What's the queen going to do once she discovered I snuck out to see mother?

"Uh—Um...I…" Rin stuttered, trying to think of an excuse.

"We were out of eggs." Was the best that she could do. Who would blame her? She had lost her mother and is standing before the son of the devil queen.

Surprisingly, the prince chuckled. Rin stared. She hadn't expected the queen's son to not kill her. There was a simple rule among them servants: Obey the royal family or die. She stuck to that rule, so she was stupefied to actually see the prince laughing.

"Don't worry," Len said, after a few minutes, "I won't tell."

She was more shocked in this statement than his actions earlier. She couldn't speak.

"Well, would you mind telling me what you are doing here…unless…" Len trailed off considering the possibility that…

"She's my mother," Rin said, pointing to the poorly-made tomb, "She died."

Rin rather not mention the reason of her mother's death, in fear of getting punished for bad-mouthing her highness. Len cocked his head to one side.

"How did she die?" Len asked, almost daring her to.

Rin gulped, "I can't tell."

"Why?"

'This guy is really getting on my nerves' Rin thought.

"Because I have a right to tell you or not, "Rin hoped he wouldn't punish her for her rudeness.

Instead, Len grinned knowingly, "It was mother, right?"

Rin was, for the third time, surprised. Is this really the son of the queen? She has expected him to be rude and easily irritated, like his mother. Unfortunately, he wasn't, so Rin obviously doubted him.

"I know everything, "Len said, almost inaudibly, "Mother has killed a lot of people. She doesn't really have time for me anymore. Every time one would badmouth her, that person would be either branded alive or killed instantly."

Rin said, "You…You don't mind that your mother is like that?"

"I do," Len said instantly, "I really do, but no matter what she does, she's still the one who brought me to this world."

Len added softly, "Even if I don't agree to her actions."

Unfortunately, Rin heard.

"You must really love your mother."

Len looked up. Rin had a tinge of sadness I her eyes yet she was smiling. She didn't want other people to hate their mother, because she really loved hers. She believed that every mother wanted their children to be happy, even if it hurts them and other people.

"Yeah…" len said, "By the way, my name's Len."

"I know," Rin replied, "You are the prince. I'm Rin."

"You have a cute name." Len smiled at her.

Rin felt the heat rush to her cheeks; she hadn't ever been complimented by any other human being than her mother. And to add, it was a boy and the prince that complimented her. This was indeed a very special day.

"Th-thanks." She muttered.

"You know, I know your mother. She was always by mother's side. I saw her get beaten up every time she angered her." Len said.

Rin gulped, knowing what he would say next. She didn't want to answer the upcoming question.

"But she doesn't seem like someone who would badmouth another person, though. Care to explain, Rin?"

"Len-sama…"

"Just Len please."

"I can't." She quickly replied, knowing that she would be in quite a predicament once the queen heard her address the prince as 'Len.'

"Fine." Len gave up, half-curious and half-knowing what happened.

"I…I was the one who spoke ill of her majesty…" Rin confessed, "I killed my own mother… But Len-sama, is it really wrong to say the truth?"

Rin looked at Len hoping he wouldn't do any physical damage to her. She had discovered that len was a nice guy, but she never put down her guard.

"I guess not." Len said, rubbing his temples.

"You should go back. Your mother must be really worried about you."

"I guess I should," Len said, "But I assure you, my mother would care less where I went. She'd rather count her money."

Rin didn't laugh. She learned her lesson. She would never disrespect the queen ever again. She didn't want to get killed herself.

"I hope I get to see you again, Rin." The prince said, as he left.

For some unknown reason (to Rin), she forgot all her pain and felt more confident. It was as if her mother was just there.

After that incident, Len would always accompany Rin in visiting her mother's grave and would even chat with her for a while when he had nothing to do. Rin put away her doubts about Len and started to feel the hole on her heart being filled once again. She had this unexplainable attraction towards Len and his unexpected personality.

Len also felt something for Rin. He felt the absence of parental love being replaced by his friendship with Rin. She was not like other girls. She would always try to hide her true feelings, while she was being destroyed inside.

Both of them enjoyed each other's company very much.

Hi people, you might notice the changes. I changed, well--almost everything. I wasn't satisfied with the background, so I changed it. By the way, the background is Natsume and Narumi from Gakuen Alice. I also changed the main background and most of the fonts...

Just to let you know.

Another Gakuen Alice Fanfic, I know. But I love that anime so much! Especially the manga. Anyway, this is a sad fanfic. I'm not sure yet if I'm gonna post this at ff.net.

Ruka's POV

I know I should be happy for them. I know they are perfect for each other. I know they love each other very much. I want to accept it and move on. But I can't. Mikan was my very first love. Mikan, with her beautiful smile and her optimistic attitude. Mikan, who always wanted to help other people rather than herself. Mikan, who always made me happy.

But Mikan would be happier with Natsume.

And Natsume would be happier with Mikan.

That's why I can't interfere with their relationship. Mikan is Natsume's light. She'll help Natsume out of the darkness...

I'm so selfish, aren't I? Wanting things like this, knowing I don't deserve it. But could you blame me for wanting the one I love love me back? Am I wrong for wanting her to come to me because I love her so much?

I'd give up anything for her.

You know what I hate most? Mornings. For some people, it meant a whole new day to play and laugh. For some people, it was another day to enjoy the things they love most. For me? Well, let's just say that I never look forward to them, knowing that I'd get to see them together again.

And you know what's worse? My friends are pairing me up with Imai. Imai. Imai, the blackmailer. Imai, the person who makes my life a living hell. I don't know why the heck they're pressuring me to her. She's merciless, heartless and all of the above. Shouldn't she have at least one soft side? She'd just watch me watch the perfect couple, whilst making one of her inventions.

So why am I writing this again? Oh, right. To vent out my feelings. Ha-ha. As if that would make everything better. As if venting out my feelings would make Mikan fall in love with me. As if writing down my feelings on a poor piece of paper would make me move on. Honestly, there are just a few things a piece of paper can do. One, it can show you how miserable you sound, complaining about why the love of your life doesn't love you. And two, it can show you how pathetic you are, writing things down.

I've never been one to have a dia--journal. I have never owned one in my life. Never. Ever. Well...except that  time. But I was five! And all I did was doodle on it. So it really wasn't a diar--journal. Anyway, journals are just a trick. Anyone can make one. All you do is make a good cover then pages blah-blah, and you're done. An eight-year-old could do that.

Okay, I know I'm supposed to be talking about...Mikan. But it really hurts you know? Have you ever experienced having the one you love stolen by your bestfriend? I think not.

I'm just another one of those foolish, brokenhearted people. I'm a fool. Wanna know why?

Because I fell in love.

Done! Oh, and don't get me wrong about Ruka's thoughts about Hotaru. I love that couple, but I thought it was fine if I did a lil' change. I know it's just an unorganized group of words called feelings. But that's the idea. Who ever had organized feelings? Feelings are always unorganized, because you're confused. You never understand why you're feeling like this and like that--Okay, I should shut up now and post this.

Last chapter!
Ruka's POV
Well, today's finally the day. Sakura's birthday… Come to think of it, Natsume never told me what he'd give her..and I already passed on the message Hotaru said to Natsume. I wonder what it meant…(Oh, Ruka, you don't know anything!) Sometimes I regret not listening to Narumi when he teaches... Who cares, anymore? Mikan's going to hold a party later at 10. I think she's a bit too old for parties, but she is Mikan.

I looked at the clock. It was still 8:30. I sighed. Well, the early bird gets the worm. I took a bath and changed.

It was still only 9:00. If I go there now, there probably won't be many people there yet… I decided to turn on my laptop and saw that Natsume is online. I decided to IM him.

Hey Natsume

Ruka.

You haven't told me what you'll give Sakura yet.

And why should I tell you?

…

See? You have no reason to know.

Is it Howalon?

No.

A bracelet?

NO. Stop asking.

But I'm curious!

Are you going to confess later?

Don't change the subject!

I'll answer your question if you answer mine.

Um…I'm thinking of it..

You should confess

What? HEY, what about MY question?

Hyuuga Natsume is offline.

Ugh… He tricked me! Stupid Natsume. I'm gonna get him later. Oh. It's finally 9:30. I guess I should go there now. I picked up my cellphone and saw that I had two messages. One from Natsume and…Hotaru..? I read Natsume's first.

Ruka, I am NEVER gonna tell you what I'll give her. You'll just have to find out for yourself.

I sighed. Natsume just loves torturing me. Then I read Hotaru's.

Nogi, if you're late, I won't let you in. Be on time.

Why do a lot of people like to torture me? I went to the venue, thinking of what it will look like. It'll probably be pink. When I neared the place, Hotaru was there with her arms crossed.

"I said be on time. Not be early."

I sweatdropped, "By the way, why are you here?"

She raised an eyebrow, "Why? Am I not allowed here? Is it illegal for me to stand outside? Am I supposed to be somewhere else?"

I said, "N-Not really..Just…Nevermind."

I went inside while Hotaru stayed there. I was surprised when I saw the place. I expected pink tables and a big pink cake and princesses and Howalons. After all, it was Sakura. But instead, I saw different colors like magenta, blue, white, gold, red and…purple. Okay. Hotaru probably organized this. Oh, but there are Howalons too. But not a mountain.

I saw Sakura talking to Sumire, Anna and Nonoko. Natsume arrived a minute later and we sat on one of the tables until Sakura told us that we were supposed to sit on her according-to-her humongous table. So we did. Natsume was surprisingly quiet today. And I noticed he was carrying a bag…He doesn't usually wear a bag when the things inside are not important. So, it must be Sakura's gift.

At exactly 10:00, Hotaru went in. I realized that the seat beside me was empty…That's probably where she's supposed to sit… I blushed. She went to the small platform and held the mic.

"Welcome, everyone, to Mikan's 16th birthday. Today is indeed a very special day for..all of us. Believe it or not, Mikan has grown from being a clumsy, brainless girl to a clumsy, brainless well… woman. So I thank all of you for coming. Here's a speech from Naru."

Everyone clapped their hands as she made her way to our table. Narumi-sensei went up the platform and began his speech, but I was too bored to listen.

Hotaru said to no one in particular, "I'm hungry…"

I laughed nervously

Mikan said, "Hotaru-chaaaan! Thank you for that wonderful speech earlier!"

Hotaru ignored her.

~Time Skip~

At about 6:00pm, only a few people were left. Hotaru approached me.

"I need to talk to you."

Mikan's POV

Oh my gosh! Hotaru already began her plan! I need to confess too…What should I say to Natsume? I need to talk to him? NO! That would be imitating Hotaru! I don't like imitating people even if Hotaru is amazing and also my role model. But…What should I say! I don't know what to do! I've never confessed before! I can't believe this! But if I don't confess, then Hotaru will make me kiss Natsume! Wait—I could confess then…BUT! It's too soon! I'm panicking! And it's my birthday! Panicking on your birthday is not good! It's a bad omen! They say if you panic on your birthday, you'll die at twenty years old! I don't wanna die at twenty years old!

I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO!—Wait… No panicking…No panicking… Breathe in! Breath out! Inhale! Exhale!
…

..

….

…

UWAAHH! I CAN'T DO THIS! I'm blushing so much! I can't talk to him…I wish a blizzard would come. Then I'll have an excuse for NOT confessing! Oh, I'm so smart! But… Hotaru is smarter than me,..She'll probably see through it… Oh, never mind! I need to do this!

I approached Natsume and sighed, "N-Natsume…Can I talk to you? At the Sakura Tree? Now?"

Hotaru's POV

Ruka and I walked outside the party venue. I'm feeling very uncomfortable right now. Ruka keeps looking at me, curious and waiting to what I have to say. I didn't realy plan this through. This isn't like me at all. I stopped walking. Ruka did, too.

I started, "Ruka...You don't...like Mikan anymore, right?"

Ruka shook his head, "No. I've gotten over her two years ago.."

"So...do you like someone else?"

He smiled and looked at the sky, "Yes. I do. She's really amazing...She's the one who made me realize that life isn't always fair. And she also taught me a lot of things. I really like her...no. I love her."

I looked at him. He looked really serious about... about 'her'. Somehow I don't feel like confessing anymore. I suddenly felt scared...But.. I have to do it.. Not only because 1)this was my idea 2) WHo knows what Mikan'll make me do?... I want to confess, because I want to know if Ruka has the same feelings for me. Sure, yesterday I heard Hyuuga telling Ruka to confess to me, but I don't believe it's true.

I'm Ruka's blackmailer. I am merciless, heartless...Those are the reasons why Ruka liking me isn't possible...

But I'm going to confess no matter what.

"Ruka"

"Hm?"

I looked down. I don't want to see his face once I say it.

"Ruka, I-I... I love you!"

I closed my eyes. I was scared... I was scared of what he would say... I was scared of the rejection..But it never came. Instead, Ruka lifted my chi up and kissed me.

"I love you too, Hotaru.."

Meanwhile (Mikan's POV)

"U-Um.."Stop stuttering!, "S-So Natsume...how...are you..?"

I mentally slapped myself. STUPID! Why am I embarassing myself in front of my one and only true love?

Natsume raised an eyebrow.

"S-Sorry!" I said,"That's not what I meant..."

WAH! I need to confess! Or else Hotaru'll make me kiss him-Wait. That's not such a ba idea-NOOOO! I should NOT be thinking of that! What should I do! I'm not thinking straight! I can't think straight! I want...to eat Howalon! Howalon makes me happy. I be if I ate Howalon right ow, I'd be filled with courage!

"Hey...Strawberries."

I glared at Natsume. He's such an annoying pervert!

I crossed my arms, "You could at least be nice to me, because it's my birthday!"

"Happy Birthday then." He said, simply.

Wait. Did I hear that right? He said Happy Birthday? To me?

I said, "umm...Thanks...What were you going to say earlier?"

He hesitated at first, but decided to talk, "Here."

He handed me...a present. A present? A present! Oh my gosh, Natsume gave me a present! THE GREAT NATSUME HYUUGA WHO I'D BEEN IN LOVE FOR FOUR YEARS HAD GIVEN ME A PRESENT! AND I AM GAPING LIKE AN IDIOT IN FRONT OF HIM! I SHOULD STOP USING ALL CAPS BECAUE IT IS BAD NETIQUETTE!BUT I'M TOO HAPPY!-Wait. What if it contains a bomb or something? OH MY GOSH! I'm too young to die!

"I need to go now. Bye." he said as he left.

I stared at his retreating figure, and while processing all the information(Mikan is VERY slow), I opened the present. It had a letter inside.

Hey Mikan..

Happy Birthday. I just couldn't tell you this in person, so I decided that I'll just write it down...I'm
such a coward, aren't I? The truth is...

I love you

It looked like it was written in a rush. I bet he wrote this five minutes before he went here...I felt the tears trickle from my face as I ran after him. I didn't care about the other things inside the box, because he was really far away.I ran as fast as I could and when I reached him, I hugged hi as hard as I could.

I said, "N-Natsume! You ruined it!'

"What!"

"I.. made a perfectly good plan to confess! And you just ruined it! I was all ready! But you just had to confess first, didn't you!" I said, crying.

He turned around an hugged me back, "You're such a baka.I bet you didn't look further in the box."

"Um..."

"You didn't, did you?"

"...No..."

"Nevermind that...This...is the real gift."

He put something around my neck...a necklace! Oh my gosh, it' made of gold! And it has a little fire pendant...So cute! But...

"Natsume!" I said, "This must be really expensive! I don't need it..."

"I'm a special star, remember? Besides, it's worth it." he said, smiling.

Natsume looks so handsome when he's smiling...

"Th-Thank you so much, Natsume!" I smiled at him, "I'll treasure it forever and ever!"

This is definitely the best birthday ever.

Here's chapter two everyone. Oh, and did I mention that the full story is already at Fanfiction.net? Same story title, same name.
Nastume's POV

Mikan's birthday is tomorrow and I can't think of anything to give-Not that I would would care if she likes my present or not...Why don't I aske Imai?-NO! bad idea. I'll just ask Ruka to ask Imai...

"No!" Ruka said, "I will NOT ask Hotaru what is best to give Mikan on her birthday!"

I raised my eyebrow and asked, "And why is that?"

"Well.." He said, "I don't want her to think that i still like Mikan."

I said, "If you'd confess, then all our problems would be solved, you know?"

"No." He said, "i will not confess. Why don't you confess to Sakura-san?"

I said, "I do not like Polka."

"Oh yeah? Why do you keep calling her names? Why are you panicking of what to give her on her birthday?"

"i am not-"

"Why are you asking me to ask Hotaru what Sakura-san likes?"

"FIne." I admitted, "I like her-a little bit. Now, shut up before anyone hears you and that cursed person'll die."

He smirked. My attitude must be wearing off on him...or was it Imai's?

I said, "About the gift..."

"You should ask Sakura-san"

"Hell no! I'd never do that! Any more brilliant suggestions?"

"You have to. If you don't want to end up giving her something she doesn't want."

I smirked, "i already know what she wants."

Hotaru's POV

I strolled around the campus. Mikan's birthday is tomorrow and today's a Saturday. Usually, I'd be in my lab
working on an invention, but today, I didn't feel like it. I already made a gift for Mikan. I know she's gonna break it in about 3-4 days, so I gave her a scrapbook. You can't possibly break a scrapbook, right?

I saw Ruka talking to Hyuuga. I decided to eavesdrop.

"Then" Ruka said, "Why are you asking me what she wants if you already know?"

Hyuuga smirked and I knew that he knew I was here.

"I just wanted to help you..."

"What?" Ruka asked, confused.

Hyuuga said, leaving:

"Confess to...Imai."

WHat..? Ruka...confess to...me? So...Ruka...likes me? I walked quickly to my room and debated with myself what I'm supposed to do...I like Ruka...I do..but what if it wasn't true? What if Hyuuga was just teasing him? Right. Like that would happen. Still, maybe it wasn't true...There's a part of me, the part that helped me meet Mikan, that contained hope. The other part of me said 'Why would Ruka like you? It can't be true. You blackmail him everyday. WHy would he like you?'. That part was the one who helped me earn the title 'Ice Queen". Still, there was another little part of me that said 'Wait.'

Someone suddenly knocked at my door. I threatened fate that if it was Ruka, I'm never going to confess.
Fortunately, fate listened to me. It was Mikan.

She looked confused, "H-Hotaru...do you think I should confess?"

I invited her in and said, "To whom." I already know who, but I just wanted to hear it from her.

"Hotaru..." She said, "you already know."

"Say it."

Na-Natsume..." she said, blushing.

"Good."

"Wait!" she said, "Help me!"

I sat down," fine. But you don't really need help."

SHe asked, "What?"

Wow. That girl is naive. But I can't help her.

I said, "I can't help you in this Mikan."

"WHat? Why?"

"I" I said, "haven't even confessed yet. You should go ask Anna."

"But..." Mikan said, "I thought you know everything!" That girl doesn't really know much.

I smiled, "No one knows everything, Mikan."

"Hmph." she said, "Then, let's make a deal!"

"What kind of deal?"

SHe smiled, "Why don't...we both confess tomorrow?"

She added, "And if one of us doesn't confess, then the other one will give her a dare. Just to be sure!"

I smirked, "Nice plan. Oh, and if you don't confess I'll make you kiss Hyuuga."

"E-Eh?"

I stood up and said, "I need to go somewhere."

Now that I'm sure that Mikan will confess, I need to talk to Hyuuga...or Ruka. The latter seems better, I saw
Ruka at the barn. Typical. He was talking to animals. I don't understand how that's possible, but it's not really my problem. I approached him.

"Hotaru." he said, "What are you doing here?"

I said, "You are a messenger."

He asked, "What? What are you talking ab-Oh, no. I will not pass on a message to Nastume."

I took out my BAKA gun and directed it at his face. He sweated...

I repeated, "You are a messenger."

"O-O-Okay..W-Please put that g-gun down..." he said.

I put it down at my side and said, "Tell him to be ready tomorrow."

"What?" He looked at me, confusingly.

I said, walking away, "Just tell him. You're just a messenger."

Dark Mousy

• You don't have to like someone forever just because you like them at first!
• I may be a pervert, but I would never stoop so low as to steal a lady!
• If you woulda just called my wings out in the first place we wouldn't be in this sticky, not to mention lame complete and utter FAILURE of a situation.
• She's pretty cute when she's sleeping.
• It's more like eternally stuck in the mud.

Emiko Niwa

• If you love somebody, set them... traps.

• That was so quick, you'd make a ninja go pale.
• AAAAHHHH!!! I have to do something! Right now! Hang on, baby! Mommy's coming to save you!

Krad (クラッド, Kuraddo)

• Humans are not endless.
• Risa is a bitch.
• If touching those feelings hurts you, don't go and touch them.
• My name is Krad. But you do not have to remember it, because here you will die.
• HARADA!
• The 'noble' black winged half.

Masahiro

• His stupidity is up 50% from normal levels.
• You guys are having way too much fun with this.
• I'm scared to go over there!

Argentine

• He told me...that which is incomplete seeks completion...yet...that which is incomplete is no better than that which is complete. Do you understand?
• KOKUYOKU!!!
• Thier tortured howls echoed...
• ...and one by one he would destroy them...
• Are you, what they call, a heart?
• I wanted to give you a heart.
• You'll break. Humans are so fragile.
• The roses...
• ...pervert?

Riku Harada (原田 梨紅, Harada Riku)

• He wouldn't notice if I got a crew cut, shaved my head bald, or grew an afro!
• Wha? Bu? Dar? What language is that?
• they said that looking under the same sky is the one you love.
• Mom, dad,Risa became a dilequent!

Risa Harada (原田梨紗, Harada Risa)

• At least I'm the cute one!!
• I can't lose to my older sister! Right now she's beating me with 2 millimeters in chest size!

 Satoshi Hiwatari (日渡怜, Hiwatari Satoshi)

• How can you be thankful to the person who hurt you? How? How can you smile at the person who took away that which was most precious...?
• Nice to meet you... or have we met already?
• Daisuke......can I keep this coat?
• On the other hand, because you are the way you are, Niwa... I can't bring myself to hate you. And to me, that is... The one thing in this world that truly ever gave me joy.

Kosuke Niwa (丹羽小助, Niwa Kosuke)

• Is that face yours? Or is it someone else's?
• Hold on Diasuke!...alligator?!
• About the dogs that chase Diasuke...

My first post here! This is a NatsumeXMikan fanfic--Gakuen Alice
Summary: Mikan's birthday is coming! What will Natsume give her? NxM slight RxH
Natsume's POV
Why is everyone expecting me to give a stupid gift to that idiot on her stupir birthday? What do they expect me to give her? Flowers? Howalon? Sorry to burst your bubble, but I'm not that kind of guy. Her stupid birthday is on January one, two days from now. How can you expect me to get her a present in such a short time?

Here I am, pretending to read my manga. I have read this one (and every other manga I own) over twenty times already. That's one of the reasons why I'll go to Central Town later, NOT for that Baka's present, as everyone claims.

There she is, as idiotic and stupid as ever. She attempted to give Imai a(-nother) bear hug, but as always, Imai shot her with her ever-so-present Baka gun. Mikan cried. Hmm...Mikan and Imai fighting..nothing unusual here. Yuu helped her. Yuu and Anna have been dating, so I don't really get why he still helps Mikan. Anna doesn't seem to care. She thinks Yuu does that out of kindness.

Mikan approached me (and Ruka who happens to be sitting beside me)
"Good morning, Natsume! Good morning, Ruka-pyon!" She shouted

Ruka smiled, "Godo morning, Sakura-san." I don't believe that Ruka has gotten over Mikan yet, but whatever.

I simply said, without looking up, "Hn."

She put her hands on her hips and stuck her tongue out at me. I sometimes wonder if she's 16 or 10. She's such a kid.

She shouted, "Natsume! You're such a meanie!"

I said, "Quiet. I'm reading here." then I paused for effect, "strawberries."

Her face became red and started shouting things like ,"PERVERT!" and "MEANIE!"

Only I was too busy to even listen to her. Then the gay sensei suddenly appeared. He was wearing a frilly maid outfit colored...pink. I can never get used to a guy in a dress..

Mikan's POV

Narumi-sensei entered the room with some kind of ballet move(forgive me for not knowing ballet) and announced that the Christmas Party a few days ago was wonderful! He also said that there's gonna be a New Year's Party! Yay~! I'm so excited! I wonder if there'll be Howalon there..

After school, everyone agreed to go to Central Town. You know, Anna-chan and Yuu-kun are already together! It was so romantic how Yuu confessed to her! It was at Valentine's day last year. Meaning, they've been together for eleven months. Hotaru says it's supposed to be 10, because it isn't January 14 yet. But I'm too happy for them to listen to Hotaru! I'm not very dense anymore, so I know that Hotaru likes RUka...or was it the other way around? Oh, well. They look cute together, too! Oh, also Koko and Permy too. They like each other very much, i know. Well, if you doubt my density-disapperance, ask Nonoko-chan, she's the who told me who likes-I mean, she's the one who first realized that I'm not dense anymore! She did NOT tell me who everyone likes for me to pretend that I'm not dense anymore...

WAHH! Don't look at me like that! Alright, I'm still dense and Nonoko-chan only told me who everyone likes,,,I JUST DON'T WANT PEOPLE TO THINK THAT I'M STILL DENSE! I hate being dense!

Hotaru once said (Hotaru's words of wisdom!), "You should accept who you are since you can't change it. Instead of screaming and complaining to everyone, you should find a way to work on your attitude."

What does she mean by that? That I have a bad attitude? Well, she should say that to Natsume. Natsume needs to change his attitude. He's mean, perverted, mean, ...perverted... WAH! I can't think of anything anymore!

I don't really care anymore. He'll always be like that...The one I fell in love with...but I know he'll never ever like me, because I am a stupid, idiotid, dense, little girl. Well, that's what he says. Maybe...just maybe, when I get older..I might be a bit more mature and he may... fall in love with me... No. That'll never happen.

I don't care if he's mean. I don't care if he's perverted.. I don't care if he might break my heart. I don't care if he doesn't love me. I want him to be happy. If being with him means him being sad all the time, I'd rather he'd go to the one he loves and find his true happiness...even if it's not with me.