Utena, Revolutionary Girl Fan Fiction ❯ Rebirth My Heart ❯ I Come, I Fall ( Chapter 1 )
[ Y - Young Adult: Not suitable for readers under 16 ]
By: Echan2 
The soon-to-be heroine arrives at the infamous academy, awaiting fo whatever will come her way.
Anime/Manga: Utena, Revolutionary Girl Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Action / Romance / Thriller | Type: Alternate Universe | Uploaded On: 09.07.2004 | Pages: 2 | Words: 3.3K | Visits: 234 | Status: Work In Progress
The soon-to-be heroine arrives at the infamous academy, awaiting fo whatever will come her way.
Anime/Manga: Utena, Revolutionary Girl Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Action / Romance / Thriller | Type: Alternate Universe | Uploaded On: 09.07.2004 | Pages: 2 | Words: 3.3K | Visits: 234 | Status: Work In Progress
Rebirth My Heart
A Shojou Kakumei Utena Story
By: Echan2
Chapter One: I Come, I Fall
Warnings: Nothing yet. ^^
Disclaimer: All characters belong to proper owners. All rights reserved. "Shoujo Kakumei Utena - La Fillette Revolutionnaire" (C) Be-PaPas, Chiho Saito / Shogakukan, Shokaku Iinkai, TV Tokyo (or (C) their respective copyright holders). The US version of "Revolutionary Girl Utena" belongs (C) Central Park Media.
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Waking up, the girl saw a pale blue bedroom. "This is my room." Blinking, the dream still hovered thickly in her mind, the scent of roses hanging in her t-shirt and pajama pants. The girl sat up, looking out her window, seeing a early sunrise. Standing, she made up her bed and walked to the entrance to the outside world, chilly but crisp against her heated flesh. Something was supposed to happen today. What was it? Furrowing her brow, the girl left her window and walked towards to closet to get changed, when something caught her eye. Gasping aloud, the girl realized that somehow...
at least four dozen rose blossoms covered her floor.
Sagging to her knees, a muffled cry escaped her lips and she quickly covered them with both hands, tears smarting her eyes. "No... it's just a movie... just a show..." Something cold and smooth pressed against her lips. Taking her hands away, the girl saw that the ring layed on her finger from last night's dream. Bubbled-up sobs racked her body as the dream's images flashed through mind like a crazed filmstrip-
roses covering the crystal water that flowed everywhere...
shimmering stars in the black sky...
the woman she saw...
"Himemiya..."
+*+*+
"Are you sure you want to go to this school? I mean, I know it wasn't THAT expensive, but..."
A tired sigh.
"Mama, I'm positive. Besides, it's its own university for Christ's sake!," exclaimed the girl, brushing her hair in place. It fell to her shoulder blades in layers and shone brilliantly. Sighing, she picked at her bangs, making sure the strands where in place. "Why must you always wear black?," muttered her mother, pulling into a wide driveway towards the school, giving her daughter side-way glances. "Because it suits me." Her mother pressed her lips together tersely. "Bright colors do, sweetie, not black. I love seeing you in green and pink. They bring out your eyes." The girl glanced down at her black, button-up blouse and black flare pants with shinny, thick-heeled boots. Silence stretched between them until the school came into view, luxurious and grand. "Oh my..." The girl stared at the building, heart beating like a Kentucky race horse.
"Look, Tina, a rose garden!"
The blonde looked at where her mother was pointing at, tears blurring her vision slightly. 'To see that garden...' Many kinds of red, white, pink, yellow, even orange and blue bloomed there, some cut to perfection. Tina's mother stopped the car and turned off the ignition. "Ready?" Tina nodded and opened the door, noticing that her hand was shaking horribly. The ring gleamed in the bright sunlight, reminding her somehow that this day- and the rest of her other days- would be different.
+*+*+
They entered the wide, brass doors of the school, welcoming the burst of cool, conditioned air from the early summer heat. Tina noticed that while walking, everything was quiet and royally detailed in European makings. The carpet underneath her booted feet was velvet and the colour of a red rose. Tina decided quietly to herself- 'If I'm going to cross anyone I've seen before...'- to hide her rose ring by placing her hands in her jacket pockets. Glancing around, she saw numerous vases filled with pale violet and pink roses. Shaking her head, Tina and her mother made it to the chairman's office, seeing a vague rose symbol carved into the doors. They opened, revealing a tall, richly tan-colored man with light violet hair and dark green eyes that seemed to press into Tina's skin.
"Hello. You must be Mrs. Tillings. Come right in," announced the man, stepping aside to allow them in. Tina kept her eyes straight in front of her, feeling those eyes on her back. "It's a pleasure meeting you and your daughter. It appears that she wishes to join our academy?" Tina's mother let a soft exclamation of a laugh. "Yes, in fact. She takes great intrests in the Arts-" with this, her mother handed the man one of Tina's artbooks, filled with lots of Anime and Manga pictures, with some scenery and animal sketchings- "but also in other classes. I want her to learn everything that she can. Math... um, possibly," hinted her mother. Tina scowled at her from underneath her eyelashes, keeping her gaze on the floor or desk.
The chairman was quiet, leafing through the pages, his eyes looking thoroughly at each picture until the last one. It was a shadowed picture of a princess with long, flowing hair and a prince with short hair, dancing across roses and stars above them. His facial expression did not change, but the look in his eyes... He knew- maybe? "Oh, forgive me. I haven't properly introduced myself. I'm Ohtori Akio, deputy trustee chairman of the academy. And... I haven't caught 'her' name yet."
Tina blinked, raising her face up, fear creasing in her eyes. Ohtori was looking at her, a faint smile playing his lips. Her mother nudged her foot underneath the chair. "Huh? Oh, my name is Tina," muttered the blonde, blushing a bit. "I'm honored to meet such a fine young artist," said Akio, holding out his hand. His right one. Tina wore the ring on her left hand. Shifting, Tina took out her right hand as well. "Thank you. I... I really want to be part of the school," Tina said softly, her face looking quite innocent, but her eyes flashed hints that she was not to be messed with.
Akio's touch was that of strength, covered with smoothness and tenderness. Tina pulled her hand away carefully and stood with her mother, who was asking if Tina could stay overnight until tomorrow when school started. "Oh, all the students here have dorms that they share with. It's alright if she stays. She doesn't have to go home," explained Akio, smiling fully. Tina nodded and tugged lightly on her mother's sleeve. " It's okay, Mama." Her mother pursed her lips in thought then nodded. " If you ever want to come home, just call, hon," she whispered and hugged Tina close. " I will," answered back her daughter, breathing in her mother's jasmine shampoo and crisp lady colonge. It latched back in her memory with all the other things her mother moved, wore, sang, smiled, frowned, cried, and laughed.
Tina watched her go through Akio's large, French windows and felt tears smart her eyes. 'Mama...' Closing her eyes tightly, Tina let a soft, sad sigh escape and clenched the scarlet drapery that hung beside her. 'I'll come home- when I need too. Question is- AM I needed here for what I think will happen? It's like the dream almost. I saw her...' A hand clasped on her shoulder gently. Turning her head a bit, Tina saw Akio, staring at her with those mysterious green eyes. "You'll do fine here... trust me...," he whispered, putting his other hand on her shoulder and turning her body fully towards him. Tina then felt captivated. What was he doing to her? Her eyelids lowered some and her vision blurried a bit, feeling almost drunk and relaxed.
Tina felt like she was drowing...
going deeper...
deeper...
until she saw her face-
"Himemiya!"
She looked so sad and frail, as if she was going to cry. Green orbs of jade trembling with unshed tears that glittered like diamonds. They then spilt over in Tina's outstretched hands, turning into sharp pieces of glass, cutting her hands. Crying out, Tina held them up, crisom blood flowing freely over the pale, heated surface, her eyes wide and shaking. "Why?!" She glanced back at Himemiya, to find her crying blood instead. "You won't come to me," she cried out. Echoing wails of sorrow wrapped around Tina's head harshly, making her shout out in surprise and anguish.
The day-dream stopped and Tina felt herself leaning towards the headmaster, but then backed off quickly, her face crimson. "Oh... Mr. Ohtori... I apologize... I guess I'm tired," she gasped a bit, turning her face away from his, feeling embarassed. Akio lifted his calm face from Tina's flushed one, curls of light, violet hair falling into his eyes. "What's wrong?" Tina started walking away, feeling Akio's gaze upon her. "I-I... I need to go," she whispered, pushing back her hair. She sprung from the office hurriedly.
+*+*+
Cream-colored walls with light green curtains and a polished, wooden floor-'Not bad,' thought Tina. She glacned at the beds. Bunk beds made exclusively for wealthy people, designed with curls and lavish elegant patterns. Tina leaned against the bedpost and stared out the window. Many other children were entering the school from their long returns of vacationing. Ugh, the girl's uniforms look awful! Curling her upper lip in disgust, Tina went to her closet and opened it up with relish, eyeing her perfect uniform she made for cosplaying- and now for everyday wear. The material was satin for the black jacket. The lining was white satin too for the collar and the endtails. Golden buttons on the jacket and gold triangular pieces on the collar that she sewn by herself gleamed in the dim light. She wore a black shirt underneath and navy biker shorts. On the floor layed her shoes. Basic white ones with navy socks. Smiling to herself, Tina closed the doors and left the room for the school dinner.
+*+*+
So many students! Tina peered around the corner, aqua eyes observing everything. They cluttered around, talking and giggling in Japanese, French, English, Chinese, Russian, and a few German. Tina pushed back a strand of loose hair and walked in, head held up a bit and wore her brightest smile, her right arm bent behind her back, left arm casually swinging by her side. Since the girls were now in glorious dresses and the boys in formal tuxes, the expression on their faces made Tina a bit nervous, but proud as the hall grew quiet as the new stranger came in. She was wearing her outfit, but with a few changes. She attached two jewled coverlets to her shoulders, the fringes white and floating with every move Tina made. A pin with an braided string started at the top of her shirt and went up to her right side, attached to one white fringe. Everyone stared at her as she made her way into the large dinning hall. Tina then felt vunerable until someone lightly touched her arm.
It was Akio. "I'm glad you were able to join the festivities. Come, sit down," offered Akio, smiling. Tina nodded stiffly and walked towards the long table covered in a white cloth with many candles on the surface. Plates of silver and tall crystal glasses filled with white wine or water was a sight to see. Akio pulled back a chair as Tina sat down in it. "Thank you," she murmured, hands clasping in her lap. She was sitted at the right side of the head of the table- Akio while a empty seat on his left was making Tina confused. 'Who else is there that's important...?' Loud clapping reached her ears as the students stood and applauded a small group that just entered. Curious, Tina stood as well, wanting to see the people or person.
The first person was a fragile-looking young boy with powdered blue hair and large, sky blue eyes that held purity and knowledge beyond his years. He seemed so poliet and sweet that Tina felt wanted know him better. It was Kaoru Miki.
Second, was a tall girl with a slim figure and long fingers that would make a painter jealous. Her curly, orange hair shined in the lights and her shapely eyes of slate-gray eyes took in the scene before her with a smirk and a air of slight arrogance. It was Arigasawa Juri.
Third, entered another tall person with such grace and pride in his face that Tina felt ashamed. He had wavy sage-green hair that fell to the small of his back and piercing violet eyes with a frame of that like a god, almost. It was Kyouichi Saionji.
The last person that came in made every girl went into a frenzy and Tina could tell why because immediately; her whole world seemed to stop. The man was handsome, oh so handsome, that he made even the sexiest actor on Earth look like third-class. He had long, elegant red hair that looked so soft and silky to touch and such a pair of eyes! Blue, they were, or perhaps a rare colour of blue. Sapphire mixed with a hint of violet, or perhaps colbat. He had a face like that of a god. It seemed so kind and caring. It was Kiryuu Touga.
His gaze met Tina's and she felt like she had been caught doing something wrong. Tina simply nodded her head towards him and sat there, feeling rather hot and awkward.
+*+*+
Dinner went by smoothly and happily. Tina made some friends, including the blue-haired boy, named Miki. He was soft-spoken and such a merry little thing! Tina knew that he had a good heart. Later on, the dancing began. Tina continued to sit and watch, smiling at her own little daydream. Of course, she was dancing with a mysterious stranger- the red-head actually, and everyone was staring at them wistfully, admiring their sleek movments and graceful dips and turns. Such a daydream! She giggled slightly under her breath and sighed, alone and empty. Then, she remembered the empty chair by Akio's left. Bitting her bottom lip, Tina began to think. 'It's not anyone from the Student Council and it wasn't Kanae... who is it?' Sighing in fustration, Tina then stood, ready to leave, she a girl caught her eye. She was running in, late and flushed. Tina felt her heart skip for an instant and her breath caught up in her throat.
Oh she was beautiful!!! She had long, raven black hair that reached her bottom and dark tanned skin with wide, troublesome green eyes. "Brother!," she called, stopping at Akio's side. Tina watched as the girl apologized, bowing and talking to him softly, scared. Akio simply smiled and patted his sister's shoulder and both started walking towards Tina. The blonde swallowed and put on her best smile. "Tina, I would like you to meet my sister, Annei. She cares for the Rose Gardens and resides as a student here," said Akio, glancing down at Tina. "Well, I'm pleased to meet you, Miss Annei," drawled Tina slightly, standing and bowing. Annei giggled some, her red cheeks glowing and her eyes bright.
Annei wore a light-pink dress with a full skirt. It was snug around her body and had gold linings and sparkled dimly in the bright chandelier lights. "I as well," whispered Annei, then growing shy. Tina continued to smile and held out a hand to Annei, as an acception of dancing. Annei timidly placed her hand in Tina's, curling her fingers around it. Tina returned the gesture and both walked out onto the marble, gold floor, eyes on each other. Annei was smiling so prettily that Tina felt herself growing red. She once twirled Annei, the skirt billowing out with its many layers. The two pressed against each other slighty, clasping their hands together- Tina's right, Annei's left. Annei placed her right hand onto Tina's left shoulder while the blonde's left, shaking slightly, put hers on Annei's waist. They both started a little waltz, just dancing in circles, until they grew into more livlier and estatic. The music grew comfortably in Tina's head, as she twirled Annei once more around her.
The blonde admired the lovely, fluid moves of her partner and how her velvet-black hair caught the light so perfectly. She could feel herself grow warm with... something. She couldn't explain what. It made her feel light on her feet and her heart swell. Tina took Annei close to her and dipped her, feeling the arch in her back and the warm flesh underneath the satin fabric of her dress. Annei's head swept back, revealing a long, swan-shaped neck, her hair pooling like nighttime over the gold floor. Tina lifted her back up and took her in her arms.
The two stared at each other, Annei's hauntingly green eyes closing in on Tina's confused aqua ones.
'Do you remember?'
'No... I don't remember anything. What are you talking about?'
'Our promise.'
Applauding broke the eerie silence after the grand dance, making the blonde step away from Annei. She was scared- no, frightened by what this girl had done. Annei just stared back, hands laid in front of her thighs, innocent-looking. Tina composed herself and bowed, Annei curtsying right back. Then, Tina quickly walked out of the ballroom as dancing continued.
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Steam rolled around the cold, smoothed-porcleian bathtub, warming it to its peak, allowing Tina to dip her hand into the water, making sure it was hot enough. She brushed out her golden hair, watching herself in the mirror. She had a towel wrapped around herself. The room was dimly lit with just four candles surrounding the bathroom. The color was a medium rose-red, making the room seem more darker with gold lining the place. The floor was a cream-colored tile, the shadows and lightning of the candles giving it a honey-ed glow. Tina started humming a song slowly and stepped into the bath, taking off her towel. She sat down and sighed deeply, washing off today's troubles. She laid back her head on the rim, covered with a folded pale burgandy towel. She closed her eyes and continued to hum, not hearing the door open. In her dorm, she shared with no one.
Tian was in her own little world, dreaming of the little moment she had earlier tonight, staring into Touga Kiryuu's beautiful eyes. She giggled aloud and thought of him, catching her like this. Tina then suddenly gasped. A washcloth was rubbing itself over her shoulders and collarbones, swiping at her bare neck, then on the tops of her breasts gently.
Someone was washing her!
Tina's thoughts immediately flew to Annei. She sat up, opening her eyes and her teeth gritted. Then, lo and behold, it was the beauty of all beauties-
CLIFF-HANGER!!! I am evil!!! Hhmm... didn't I do a cliff-hanger before? Yep. *smiles charmingly* Now, now, don't fret! There shall be another chapter. To find out who it is- I must have five reviews or more!!! Review nicely!
- Echan ^_~
A Shojou Kakumei Utena Story
By: Echan2
Chapter One: I Come, I Fall
Warnings: Nothing yet. ^^
Disclaimer: All characters belong to proper owners. All rights reserved. "Shoujo Kakumei Utena - La Fillette Revolutionnaire" (C) Be-PaPas, Chiho Saito / Shogakukan, Shokaku Iinkai, TV Tokyo (or (C) their respective copyright holders). The US version of "Revolutionary Girl Utena" belongs (C) Central Park Media.
+*+*+
Waking up, the girl saw a pale blue bedroom. "This is my room." Blinking, the dream still hovered thickly in her mind, the scent of roses hanging in her t-shirt and pajama pants. The girl sat up, looking out her window, seeing a early sunrise. Standing, she made up her bed and walked to the entrance to the outside world, chilly but crisp against her heated flesh. Something was supposed to happen today. What was it? Furrowing her brow, the girl left her window and walked towards to closet to get changed, when something caught her eye. Gasping aloud, the girl realized that somehow...
at least four dozen rose blossoms covered her floor.
Sagging to her knees, a muffled cry escaped her lips and she quickly covered them with both hands, tears smarting her eyes. "No... it's just a movie... just a show..." Something cold and smooth pressed against her lips. Taking her hands away, the girl saw that the ring layed on her finger from last night's dream. Bubbled-up sobs racked her body as the dream's images flashed through mind like a crazed filmstrip-
roses covering the crystal water that flowed everywhere...
shimmering stars in the black sky...
the woman she saw...
"Himemiya..."
+*+*+
"Are you sure you want to go to this school? I mean, I know it wasn't THAT expensive, but..."
A tired sigh.
"Mama, I'm positive. Besides, it's its own university for Christ's sake!," exclaimed the girl, brushing her hair in place. It fell to her shoulder blades in layers and shone brilliantly. Sighing, she picked at her bangs, making sure the strands where in place. "Why must you always wear black?," muttered her mother, pulling into a wide driveway towards the school, giving her daughter side-way glances. "Because it suits me." Her mother pressed her lips together tersely. "Bright colors do, sweetie, not black. I love seeing you in green and pink. They bring out your eyes." The girl glanced down at her black, button-up blouse and black flare pants with shinny, thick-heeled boots. Silence stretched between them until the school came into view, luxurious and grand. "Oh my..." The girl stared at the building, heart beating like a Kentucky race horse.
"Look, Tina, a rose garden!"
The blonde looked at where her mother was pointing at, tears blurring her vision slightly. 'To see that garden...' Many kinds of red, white, pink, yellow, even orange and blue bloomed there, some cut to perfection. Tina's mother stopped the car and turned off the ignition. "Ready?" Tina nodded and opened the door, noticing that her hand was shaking horribly. The ring gleamed in the bright sunlight, reminding her somehow that this day- and the rest of her other days- would be different.
+*+*+
They entered the wide, brass doors of the school, welcoming the burst of cool, conditioned air from the early summer heat. Tina noticed that while walking, everything was quiet and royally detailed in European makings. The carpet underneath her booted feet was velvet and the colour of a red rose. Tina decided quietly to herself- 'If I'm going to cross anyone I've seen before...'- to hide her rose ring by placing her hands in her jacket pockets. Glancing around, she saw numerous vases filled with pale violet and pink roses. Shaking her head, Tina and her mother made it to the chairman's office, seeing a vague rose symbol carved into the doors. They opened, revealing a tall, richly tan-colored man with light violet hair and dark green eyes that seemed to press into Tina's skin.
"Hello. You must be Mrs. Tillings. Come right in," announced the man, stepping aside to allow them in. Tina kept her eyes straight in front of her, feeling those eyes on her back. "It's a pleasure meeting you and your daughter. It appears that she wishes to join our academy?" Tina's mother let a soft exclamation of a laugh. "Yes, in fact. She takes great intrests in the Arts-" with this, her mother handed the man one of Tina's artbooks, filled with lots of Anime and Manga pictures, with some scenery and animal sketchings- "but also in other classes. I want her to learn everything that she can. Math... um, possibly," hinted her mother. Tina scowled at her from underneath her eyelashes, keeping her gaze on the floor or desk.
The chairman was quiet, leafing through the pages, his eyes looking thoroughly at each picture until the last one. It was a shadowed picture of a princess with long, flowing hair and a prince with short hair, dancing across roses and stars above them. His facial expression did not change, but the look in his eyes... He knew- maybe? "Oh, forgive me. I haven't properly introduced myself. I'm Ohtori Akio, deputy trustee chairman of the academy. And... I haven't caught 'her' name yet."
Tina blinked, raising her face up, fear creasing in her eyes. Ohtori was looking at her, a faint smile playing his lips. Her mother nudged her foot underneath the chair. "Huh? Oh, my name is Tina," muttered the blonde, blushing a bit. "I'm honored to meet such a fine young artist," said Akio, holding out his hand. His right one. Tina wore the ring on her left hand. Shifting, Tina took out her right hand as well. "Thank you. I... I really want to be part of the school," Tina said softly, her face looking quite innocent, but her eyes flashed hints that she was not to be messed with.
Akio's touch was that of strength, covered with smoothness and tenderness. Tina pulled her hand away carefully and stood with her mother, who was asking if Tina could stay overnight until tomorrow when school started. "Oh, all the students here have dorms that they share with. It's alright if she stays. She doesn't have to go home," explained Akio, smiling fully. Tina nodded and tugged lightly on her mother's sleeve. " It's okay, Mama." Her mother pursed her lips in thought then nodded. " If you ever want to come home, just call, hon," she whispered and hugged Tina close. " I will," answered back her daughter, breathing in her mother's jasmine shampoo and crisp lady colonge. It latched back in her memory with all the other things her mother moved, wore, sang, smiled, frowned, cried, and laughed.
Tina watched her go through Akio's large, French windows and felt tears smart her eyes. 'Mama...' Closing her eyes tightly, Tina let a soft, sad sigh escape and clenched the scarlet drapery that hung beside her. 'I'll come home- when I need too. Question is- AM I needed here for what I think will happen? It's like the dream almost. I saw her...' A hand clasped on her shoulder gently. Turning her head a bit, Tina saw Akio, staring at her with those mysterious green eyes. "You'll do fine here... trust me...," he whispered, putting his other hand on her shoulder and turning her body fully towards him. Tina then felt captivated. What was he doing to her? Her eyelids lowered some and her vision blurried a bit, feeling almost drunk and relaxed.
Tina felt like she was drowing...
going deeper...
deeper...
until she saw her face-
"Himemiya!"
She looked so sad and frail, as if she was going to cry. Green orbs of jade trembling with unshed tears that glittered like diamonds. They then spilt over in Tina's outstretched hands, turning into sharp pieces of glass, cutting her hands. Crying out, Tina held them up, crisom blood flowing freely over the pale, heated surface, her eyes wide and shaking. "Why?!" She glanced back at Himemiya, to find her crying blood instead. "You won't come to me," she cried out. Echoing wails of sorrow wrapped around Tina's head harshly, making her shout out in surprise and anguish.
The day-dream stopped and Tina felt herself leaning towards the headmaster, but then backed off quickly, her face crimson. "Oh... Mr. Ohtori... I apologize... I guess I'm tired," she gasped a bit, turning her face away from his, feeling embarassed. Akio lifted his calm face from Tina's flushed one, curls of light, violet hair falling into his eyes. "What's wrong?" Tina started walking away, feeling Akio's gaze upon her. "I-I... I need to go," she whispered, pushing back her hair. She sprung from the office hurriedly.
+*+*+
Cream-colored walls with light green curtains and a polished, wooden floor-'Not bad,' thought Tina. She glacned at the beds. Bunk beds made exclusively for wealthy people, designed with curls and lavish elegant patterns. Tina leaned against the bedpost and stared out the window. Many other children were entering the school from their long returns of vacationing. Ugh, the girl's uniforms look awful! Curling her upper lip in disgust, Tina went to her closet and opened it up with relish, eyeing her perfect uniform she made for cosplaying- and now for everyday wear. The material was satin for the black jacket. The lining was white satin too for the collar and the endtails. Golden buttons on the jacket and gold triangular pieces on the collar that she sewn by herself gleamed in the dim light. She wore a black shirt underneath and navy biker shorts. On the floor layed her shoes. Basic white ones with navy socks. Smiling to herself, Tina closed the doors and left the room for the school dinner.
+*+*+
So many students! Tina peered around the corner, aqua eyes observing everything. They cluttered around, talking and giggling in Japanese, French, English, Chinese, Russian, and a few German. Tina pushed back a strand of loose hair and walked in, head held up a bit and wore her brightest smile, her right arm bent behind her back, left arm casually swinging by her side. Since the girls were now in glorious dresses and the boys in formal tuxes, the expression on their faces made Tina a bit nervous, but proud as the hall grew quiet as the new stranger came in. She was wearing her outfit, but with a few changes. She attached two jewled coverlets to her shoulders, the fringes white and floating with every move Tina made. A pin with an braided string started at the top of her shirt and went up to her right side, attached to one white fringe. Everyone stared at her as she made her way into the large dinning hall. Tina then felt vunerable until someone lightly touched her arm.
It was Akio. "I'm glad you were able to join the festivities. Come, sit down," offered Akio, smiling. Tina nodded stiffly and walked towards the long table covered in a white cloth with many candles on the surface. Plates of silver and tall crystal glasses filled with white wine or water was a sight to see. Akio pulled back a chair as Tina sat down in it. "Thank you," she murmured, hands clasping in her lap. She was sitted at the right side of the head of the table- Akio while a empty seat on his left was making Tina confused. 'Who else is there that's important...?' Loud clapping reached her ears as the students stood and applauded a small group that just entered. Curious, Tina stood as well, wanting to see the people or person.
The first person was a fragile-looking young boy with powdered blue hair and large, sky blue eyes that held purity and knowledge beyond his years. He seemed so poliet and sweet that Tina felt wanted know him better. It was Kaoru Miki.
Second, was a tall girl with a slim figure and long fingers that would make a painter jealous. Her curly, orange hair shined in the lights and her shapely eyes of slate-gray eyes took in the scene before her with a smirk and a air of slight arrogance. It was Arigasawa Juri.
Third, entered another tall person with such grace and pride in his face that Tina felt ashamed. He had wavy sage-green hair that fell to the small of his back and piercing violet eyes with a frame of that like a god, almost. It was Kyouichi Saionji.
The last person that came in made every girl went into a frenzy and Tina could tell why because immediately; her whole world seemed to stop. The man was handsome, oh so handsome, that he made even the sexiest actor on Earth look like third-class. He had long, elegant red hair that looked so soft and silky to touch and such a pair of eyes! Blue, they were, or perhaps a rare colour of blue. Sapphire mixed with a hint of violet, or perhaps colbat. He had a face like that of a god. It seemed so kind and caring. It was Kiryuu Touga.
His gaze met Tina's and she felt like she had been caught doing something wrong. Tina simply nodded her head towards him and sat there, feeling rather hot and awkward.
+*+*+
Dinner went by smoothly and happily. Tina made some friends, including the blue-haired boy, named Miki. He was soft-spoken and such a merry little thing! Tina knew that he had a good heart. Later on, the dancing began. Tina continued to sit and watch, smiling at her own little daydream. Of course, she was dancing with a mysterious stranger- the red-head actually, and everyone was staring at them wistfully, admiring their sleek movments and graceful dips and turns. Such a daydream! She giggled slightly under her breath and sighed, alone and empty. Then, she remembered the empty chair by Akio's left. Bitting her bottom lip, Tina began to think. 'It's not anyone from the Student Council and it wasn't Kanae... who is it?' Sighing in fustration, Tina then stood, ready to leave, she a girl caught her eye. She was running in, late and flushed. Tina felt her heart skip for an instant and her breath caught up in her throat.
Oh she was beautiful!!! She had long, raven black hair that reached her bottom and dark tanned skin with wide, troublesome green eyes. "Brother!," she called, stopping at Akio's side. Tina watched as the girl apologized, bowing and talking to him softly, scared. Akio simply smiled and patted his sister's shoulder and both started walking towards Tina. The blonde swallowed and put on her best smile. "Tina, I would like you to meet my sister, Annei. She cares for the Rose Gardens and resides as a student here," said Akio, glancing down at Tina. "Well, I'm pleased to meet you, Miss Annei," drawled Tina slightly, standing and bowing. Annei giggled some, her red cheeks glowing and her eyes bright.
Annei wore a light-pink dress with a full skirt. It was snug around her body and had gold linings and sparkled dimly in the bright chandelier lights. "I as well," whispered Annei, then growing shy. Tina continued to smile and held out a hand to Annei, as an acception of dancing. Annei timidly placed her hand in Tina's, curling her fingers around it. Tina returned the gesture and both walked out onto the marble, gold floor, eyes on each other. Annei was smiling so prettily that Tina felt herself growing red. She once twirled Annei, the skirt billowing out with its many layers. The two pressed against each other slighty, clasping their hands together- Tina's right, Annei's left. Annei placed her right hand onto Tina's left shoulder while the blonde's left, shaking slightly, put hers on Annei's waist. They both started a little waltz, just dancing in circles, until they grew into more livlier and estatic. The music grew comfortably in Tina's head, as she twirled Annei once more around her.
The blonde admired the lovely, fluid moves of her partner and how her velvet-black hair caught the light so perfectly. She could feel herself grow warm with... something. She couldn't explain what. It made her feel light on her feet and her heart swell. Tina took Annei close to her and dipped her, feeling the arch in her back and the warm flesh underneath the satin fabric of her dress. Annei's head swept back, revealing a long, swan-shaped neck, her hair pooling like nighttime over the gold floor. Tina lifted her back up and took her in her arms.
The two stared at each other, Annei's hauntingly green eyes closing in on Tina's confused aqua ones.
'Do you remember?'
'No... I don't remember anything. What are you talking about?'
'Our promise.'
Applauding broke the eerie silence after the grand dance, making the blonde step away from Annei. She was scared- no, frightened by what this girl had done. Annei just stared back, hands laid in front of her thighs, innocent-looking. Tina composed herself and bowed, Annei curtsying right back. Then, Tina quickly walked out of the ballroom as dancing continued.
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Steam rolled around the cold, smoothed-porcleian bathtub, warming it to its peak, allowing Tina to dip her hand into the water, making sure it was hot enough. She brushed out her golden hair, watching herself in the mirror. She had a towel wrapped around herself. The room was dimly lit with just four candles surrounding the bathroom. The color was a medium rose-red, making the room seem more darker with gold lining the place. The floor was a cream-colored tile, the shadows and lightning of the candles giving it a honey-ed glow. Tina started humming a song slowly and stepped into the bath, taking off her towel. She sat down and sighed deeply, washing off today's troubles. She laid back her head on the rim, covered with a folded pale burgandy towel. She closed her eyes and continued to hum, not hearing the door open. In her dorm, she shared with no one.
Tian was in her own little world, dreaming of the little moment she had earlier tonight, staring into Touga Kiryuu's beautiful eyes. She giggled aloud and thought of him, catching her like this. Tina then suddenly gasped. A washcloth was rubbing itself over her shoulders and collarbones, swiping at her bare neck, then on the tops of her breasts gently.
Someone was washing her!
Tina's thoughts immediately flew to Annei. She sat up, opening her eyes and her teeth gritted. Then, lo and behold, it was the beauty of all beauties-
CLIFF-HANGER!!! I am evil!!! Hhmm... didn't I do a cliff-hanger before? Yep. *smiles charmingly* Now, now, don't fret! There shall be another chapter. To find out who it is- I must have five reviews or more!!! Review nicely!
- Echan ^_~