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Apocalypse: The E.N.D. (Eternal Night's Dream)	By : Im-ur-Misconception Category: +. to F > Diabolik Lovers Views: 1305 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0
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(A/N: I do not own the characters or storyline of Diabolik Lovers, that right belongs to Rejet. But, I do own the OC's used in this story, its plot line, as well as any other crazy shenanigans that happen within. So, please do not use my OC's without my express consent. They are like my babies since I have had them since I was very young! Like Six/Seven years old young.)

The quiet of the early evening was pleasant as she stretched in the front foyer, eyes bleary as Tician waited. None of the others were up yet, except for Ryu and Karl, a thing she was mildly grateful for at the moment. Looking around she took the time to memorize the layout, where all the furniture was placed. Having learned the hard way to always be prepared no matter what situation could arise. Add on the fact that Lunaria was a walking klutz at any given time, yeah.

Personally, Tician felt that they didn't need to attend this thing called 'school'. She had all she needed to know in her head from growing up. Of course, there had been the basic education of Reading, Writing, History, Math, and her favorite, Science. Then again most wouldn't believe that she was smart or even had a brain in her head with how she acted. But that suited her just fine, it meant she had the upper hand at stunning and or shocking somebody for the advantage. It was just another tactic used to win and get what she wanted.

"How can you be so awake? I wanna sleep more," a petulant whine resounded in her mind.

Feeling a smile curl her lips as she heard Lunaria's voice in her head. This was something that she was glad they had, it helped in a lot of ways. What she lacked in certain areas, Lunaria more than made up. And was a great way to share secrets, thoughts, and all kinds of information without others knowing. Of course, that didn't mean that others, once a strong enough bond was formed, could not share in on the conversations. Even if the only one right now to be able to talk telepathically with either of them was Ryu. Who had been the first to figure out they had this gift as children.

"Yeah, yeah. I know you're a slow riser. But hurry it up, Lulu. We leave in less than fifteen," Tician told her sister, using a teasing tone.

The grumble she got back let her know that Lunaria was indeed up and getting ready. Though the words used were less than polite. If anyone really knew what went on in inside her younger sister's head at times, they'd have a coronary. Her sister was always polite, the perfect picture of femininity and proprietary. Which didn't mean a damn thing considering it was what she chose to be and show to the world around them. The reality was Lunaria had a mouth on her but used the common sense they both had to not speak her mind at all times.

"Are you two ready?"

The softly spoken words next to her ear had Tician spinning around and glaring at Ryu. He knew she hated that and from the way he was flashing his fangs at her in a dark smile, he knew she was upset. Snarling at him, just as a flash of white light came from behind her, Tician snorted.

"Of course Uncle Ryu. Will Karlheinz be joining us?" Her sister asked in her normal quiet and polite voice.

"No," was his simple reply.

The simple word made Tician smile happily as she spun and grabbed Lunaria, hugging her to her own chest. In the next instant, the world around them swam in a familiar cold inky blackness, the raspy whispers of those that lived in that in-between land, harsh and almost intoxicating. Then they were in front of the school, its white stone awash in orange, gold and red from the setting sun. It would still be a good hour before the rest of the household and other students were to be here.

"Come one Tician, don't stand around looking like an idiot."

Narrowing her eyes at Ryu, who was walking up the stairs with Lunaria, Tician found herself snorting derisively at him. She didn't want to be here, she didn't want to have to deal with others and the mess that would follow. Being asleep for seven hundred years was bad enough, but giving them only two fucking months to read and learn the most they can about the modern human world was not enough. It was just not plain fair. The prophecy didn't say shit about them having to 'pretend' to be what they were not. Or living in the human world. Just that they'd play a huge role and have those that caused them to awaken would stand by their side. That they'd belong to those that awakened them.

It was neither here nor there, though she really didn't want to do this. So, she remained quiet as she followed Ryu down the halls to the Principal's office. Waiting silently by Lunaria, who was just as silent as she was. Though it bothered Tician that Lunaria was blocking their mental connection. Something she only did when she was thinking depressing, self-depreciating thoughts.

It didn't take long to gain entrance to the office, which was much larger than she thought it would be. But just as stuffy and masculine as she figured. The Principal was a man who she didn't think she could trust. There was something about him that set her on edge, especially at the introduction thing he had them do the night before last, which apparently wasn't really necessary.

"Morning Ladies, Ryu," the man said, his smile sickening to her stomach, as she watched him push some papers and two clear and shiny wrapped packages towards them, "These are the girl's schedules for the day. As well as their uniforms. The packet is your guidelines for being an Assistant History Teacher for the last period you will be helping in, Ryu."

Eyeing the man with contempt, Tician stepped forward and picked up the schedules and what turned out to be the uniforms. Wrinkling her nose at the fact she would have to dress in clothing that would take away her individuality, she snorted rudely before handing Lunaria her half of the bundles.

"There is a bathroom just outside my door and across the hall. If you two will please go change and come back," The Principal said, his dark eyes shining.

Opening her mouth to tell the man where to stick it, Tician snapped it shut when she felt a mental ping from Ryu. Getting the hint, she spun on the ball of her foot and marched out of the room, while Lunaria held the door open. The look in her sister's eyes told her she was uncomfortable, which was out of place for her usually overly trusting sister.

"Let's just get this done. I am so going to modify this horrid little black uniform. Makes me feel like a blank face amongst a bunch of others," she grumbled to her sister through their link, getting a small laugh from her.

1st Period

Following the convenient little map attached to her schedule, Tician made it to her first class of the day, Science, just before the bell rang. Which she had been told to do, as it was frowned upon being late to class. Narrowing her eyes as she stared at the tall man behind the desk, his clear blue eyes looking back at her with curiosity and borderline insanity. Making her wonder just how long he had been teaching at this school.

Smiling at him, Tician walked over and showed him her schedule. The way he tilted his head as if he was confused for a few seconds before giving an odd, demented cackle had her raising an eyebrow. There was no doubt from this man's aura that he was human, a very old one. When he waved a hand and told her to sit wherever, she looked out over the room. Noting that there was not even a dozen people in the class.

A soft chuckle escaping her as she spotted two familiar people sitting at the same table, with an empty chair between them. The look that was on their faces told her exactly what they were expecting her to do. So, in an act of utter defiance to them, she pretended not to see them as she sat in a chair at a table before theirs, next to a young man with shaggy dark hair and glasses.

Her actions had the two flare their aura's in warning. Of course, being herself, Tician ignored it. Intimidation didn't work on her. In fact, it only incited her to be more rebellious. So, turning her head to the guy next to her, who was looking a bit uncomfortable now, giving a gentle smile, she held out her hand.

"Hi! I am Tician Dracos. Nice to meet you! Care to share your books with me?" She said, keeping her voice polite and friendly.

The way he blinked before giving a smile in return, Tician knew she hooked him. Though as she looked him over, he was taller than her, a bit thin for her taste. But the one thing that stood out to her was that he was not human. No, very much demon and of a variety she had encountered briefly in the past, Incubus.

"Uh. I am James Anderson," He said in a very cultured voice, "And that was some introduction you made Saturday, Miss Tician."

Hearing the teacher call the class to order, Tician gave a low laugh as she tilted her chin up and shrugged. Watching as he read her body language, only to shake his head in return before focusing on what the teacher was saying. Telling her that he was a very studious person. While soft hisses came from the two behind her.

Peeking over her shoulder, she shot a clear look of displeasure at the duo behind her. Before subtly snapping her own aura back at them, telling them very clearly she was displeased with how they were acting. Just to take delight in the way both Subaru and Kou went wide-eyed at her.

Deciding that they got the message, for now, Tician felt a small tug on her mental link with Lunaria, putting a warm smile on her face. Already knowing what her sister wanted to know.

"I got blondie number two and Moody little silver," She told Lunaria, "And they are being arrogant dicks. Had a seat between them when I came to class, expecting me to sit between them."

It was silent for a few seconds before Lunaria replied, "Oh. Well, considering who their parentage is it is to be expected Tici. I have Reiji and Laito for my first class..."

The way her sister trailed off and the link went dead told Tician a lot. There had to be a reason they were separated from each other. That they were being placed individually with the boys at random. Until she figured it out, she would just be a good little girl... To the best of her ability.

2nd Period

Staring at the small slip of paper in her hand that had a letter and number written on it with a key taped to it, Tician wanted to scream. Her second period was a class she was sure she would be enjoying, as it was all about being active. But seriously, she had no clue as to why she had to store her clothing in a small metal box and change into other clothes. It was stupid and utterly pointless.

Giving a small groan she ripped the key from the paper the moment she was before her 'assigned' metal box, or locker as they were called and stuffed the key into the small slit. With a quick twist of her wrist she heard the mechanism turn and the lock open. Only to visibly twitch at the small bundle of clothing that was sitting inside. A white shirt with a black stripe down the short sleeves, a pair of what look to be very form fitting panties, sweats that were black with a white strip and a matching jacket and white flat shoes.

Peeking at the other girls seeing how they chattered as they put the clothes on. Frowning Tician realized she didn't have a good excuse to not put the uniform on. So, with a bit of reluctance, she stripped down to her panties and started putting on the supplied clothing. A few gasps were heard from those around her before whispering reached her ears. Tugging the shirt over her head she spun and gave a dark glare to a few girls.

One, in particular, stared back at her with red eyes and a sneer on her face. The slow grin that Tician felt spread across her face had the other girl cringing away. She knew what this girl was, she was another vampire. Those around her from what she could tell from their auras were a yuki-onna and succubus and one human. The way they two also flinched back had Tician baring her teeth.

Of course, she knew that if they tried to smell or sense her they'd get nothing due to the many crosses she wore. So she appeared as a human to them. When they turned as one, in a huff, and marched out of the dressing room. Tician finished by slipping the white shoes on. Her hands running up her legs, over her silk stockings. The only thing she didn't remove, but she had a reason for that.

Satisfied she followed the rest of the girls out into the gym. Which she recalled was where she had met Ayato and Yuma on Saturday before the assembly. Mindlessly she followed the girls as they lined up on one side of the gym, looking at the boys who were lined up on the other side. Easily she spotted a familiar head of red hair that hung down into a pair of flashing green eyes. Next to him was Ruki, who was looking directly at her.

Amused at how polar opposite those two were from the way their auras flared around them. Clearly, she could tell that Ayato was rash and bold, while Ruki was the calm and intelligent one. Tilting her head to the side, she flashed them a smile. Feeling a bit devious, she let her eyes rake both of them from head to toe in a very blatant offer before sniffing and looking away.

Only to have her eyes land on a tall, well-muscled man with eyes so dark that they seemed to absorb the light. The man caused a small shudder to run down her spine. It had been centuries since she had seen eyes like that. On instinct she focused on him, trying to read his aura only to find that she couldn't see or sense it. But the look she got to let her know he wasn't amused.

"If we are all ready, today the girls will be doing laps and the boys will be doing a physical assessment," he barked out, not even bothering to give his name.

Frowning, Tician felt curious to figure out the enigma that was the teacher. So, as the rest of her class filed out of the gym to a rather impressive field that was behind the school. She again felt her sister through their link.

It gave her pause as she started to stretch her legs out before getting on the large oval-shaped course they were to run. Her sister didn't sound too happy about having Laito again. It made her wonder if Fedora was doing something. Probably considering he seemed like the in your face playboy. Complete with an unassuming smug smile that oozed charm.

It just meant that she would have to distract him while teaching him about what she said Saturday where Lunaria was concerned.

At that thought, Tician was unaware of the creepy, dark smile that was curling her lips. At least until she caught Red's and Ruki's eyes and saw them frown at her. Making her cackle aloud as she continued doing her laps.

3rd Period

Stifling a groan in the back of her throat as she spread herself across her desk, Tician wondered just how the little old lady she was sure was really a hobgoblin in disguise could keep droning on and on in that monotone voice. The third Period was easily her most hated period so far. It was not even close to being half over. And from how slow the clock was moving, she was sure that eternity would cease to end first.

And it didn't help that the two she had in her class were quiet and sullen. Yeah, if she could she would just stand up and walk straight out of Japanese Literature. But no, that would be bad, very bad. The lecture she'd receive from not only Ryu, but Lunaria would make her wanna curl up and cry. Not that she would cry that easily... Just the reproving glares of disappointment. Which was made worse by them being the only two people that she cared about, so their thoughts and feelings mattered, unfortunately?

Besides, why did people have to learn about those that died almost three hundred years ago? And just the hell did they have to name each era? She seriously couldn't wrap her head around this Edo period or this wandering Warrior, artist, and writer Miyamoto Musashi. The only thing of interest was his sword skills, but that was not the topic of this class... Rather his writing skills.

A soft squeal in the back of her head had her sitting up and blinking. It was sudden and semi-loud, and there was no mistaking the fact that Lunaria was ecstatic over something. Feeling eyes on her, Tician looked to her left to see Kanato staring at her over the top of his teddy. Purple eyes flashing in interest at her sudden movement.

Giving him a mischievous smile, Tician shook her head and nudged her sister, only to hear something she hadn't heard for a long time. She felt her jaw go slack as her eyes went wide. Making Kanato tilt his head and whisper to his stuffed animal. To her right, she heard Yuma shift in his seat, letting her know he too was curious.

"Well, well... this is a surprise. I know that sound anywhere," she thought-spoke to Lunaria, getting a soft sigh in return as the beautiful sound faded for a brief interlude.

"Ryu is the best ever. I had thought this had been lost, now I feel a bit more complete," was the giddy response, drawing a soft chuckle from Tician as she shook her head.

Turning in her seat, she leaned back and closed her eyes and let her fingers begin to tap out the melody playing in her head.

"Who do you have this period? I have the creepy teddy and Yuma," she said as felt both of the boys lean in towards her.

It took a few more minutes before she got her reply, only it suddenly sounded rather sour. "Only Shuu...,"

Scrunching up her nose, Tician let out a dramatic sigh and slumped back to her desk, ignoring what she was sure the curious stares of the two boys. Wondering just how things were going to turn out. So far, the boys just didn't get it. Intimidation wouldn't work, and badgering or lewd innuendoes would only get them so far. But dammit, she thought they'd have the common sense to figure out that at least with Lunaria, things had to be done slowly. Demanding something of her, cornering her, or anything else like that was gonna get you to know where quick as well as a swift kick to the ass by herself for pestering her little sister.

4th Period

Striding through the door, Tician let her eyes roam over those in the class. When they landed on the familiar figure of Reiji, or whom she mentally called Glasses, Tician smiled. Looking at the teacher, who just pointed towards the seats, again most of which were empty. Quickly making her decision, she walked over to the desk directly next to the purple-black haired, bespectacled vampire and sat down. Only to get him to pause from his reading and look briefly at her unamused.

Feeling a bit irritated she pressed her lips together and counted backward in her head. The bell chose that minute to ring as the last few stragglers slipped into the classroom. One of who her sister had taken an instant liking to, Azusa, or for herself, bandages. The look in his eyes as he saw her sitting there made her wonder if that was his seat. Shrugging her shoulders, she pointed to the seat next to her, getting a small, shy smile from him.

He moved swiftly to the seat where she indicated, letting Tician wonder if he was a bit of a tamed one. Then again slicing himself proved he was a masochist of sorts, to begin with. Continuing to watch Azusa, Tician became well aware of the fact that Glasses aura was flaring at her ignoring him. Putting a big smile on her face as she saw bandages gray eyes go wide and look past her and back.

Not caring though it was annoying her, Tician scooted her desk so it was next to Azusa's. Leaning in she tapped his books and gave him an innocent imploring look, causing a faint blush to creep across the bridge of his nose.

She couldn't help it, it was too cute, a masochistic vampire, who could blush. Tician reached out and touched his hair. Twirling it around her fingers, Tician suppressed a giggle. Even if she was a tomboy, she could still appreciate when something was cute and totally adorable. Hell, it was a weakness, her sister fits those categories easily.

"That is inappropriate you Borish woman," a sharp reply came.

Letting her hand drop from Azusa's hair, the smile slipped from her face. Eyes narrowing as she gave a low growl in the back of her throat. Not missing how gray eyes went wide and Bandages flinched away from her.

"Oh, you know how to speak Glasses. My, you can learn new tricks," She bit out as she turned her body slowly so she was facing Reiji completely.

The way his mouth snapped shut said she had taken him by surprise. And he was not amused at all by it.

"I have a name woman, you need to learn to use it," came the sardonic reply, accompanied by a cruel smile.

Rolling her eyes, Tician pantomimed a yawn to show she was unimpressed with his actions, before giving her own reply, "You know that is a two-way street, right? If you cannot have the courtesy to use someone else's name, then do not expect them to be polite to you. Respect is a two-way street, Glasses."

The small twitch of one eye said she was sticking it to him. She was unsure why, but Reiji really just seemed to be rubbing her the wrong way. It didn't help that he held himself aloof as if he was better than the rest. Back stiff and seemed to be expecting a certain decorum from others while not doing so himself. A one-way bastard that she could tell needed to be brought down a peg or two.

At the thought, she gave a soft chuckle. Letting her eyes widen as she looked at him. The idea of bringing him down, tearing away that perfect wrapping was tantalizing. What kind of person was hidden away underneath? How far would she have to push to get a reaction? Would he cower at being exposed or would he become a ravenous beast?

Again her thoughts made her chuckle softly. Earning her a snort of disgust.

"I fail to see what is so amusing.....Tician," he said, making her name sound like a foul thing.

Opening her mouth, Tician was silenced by a whisper like voice, "Fighting... should be... avoided... at school... and... I do not... think Lunaria... would like....it."

Pausing and stiffening at the words, she knew it was true. And the way that Reiji paused as well let her know that he had been taken to task this morning by her sister. Shrugging her shoulders, Tician huffed and turned forward, muttering under her breath, "Yeah, well if pompous asses, who seem to get off on having long hard shafts shoved up their asses would just get off their high horses, I would not be put in this situation."

The deep, rumbling growl that came from Reiji was clearly a warning. One she chose to not even acknowledge as she leaned back towards Bandages and focused on the book. Counting down in the back of her head.

"That is PREPOSTEROUS!"

The silence that followed the outburst had Tician shaking from smothering laughter in her desk seat.

"You are right Mr. Sakamaki, it is preposterous that you would suddenly interrupt my class," came a caustic reply from the front of the class, "Care to share what caused it?"

A muttered 'no' was all that was given in a half huffy and half sullen sounding voice. Putting on her most innocent look, Tician looked at the teacher, who was giving her a slightly disapproving look. The small shake of his head before he went back to writing out the equation on the board.

"Do not think this is done, woman," Came his response in the form of a hissed whisper.

Turning her head ever so slightly, Tician let her lips curl into a smirk and winked at him, "I hope not."

Shortly after Lunaria started to talk to her through their link. Letting her know that she had a class called Home Ec and they were baking treats. As well as that she had Kanato and Yui in her class. The happiness her sister felt at those two being in her class made Tician wonder just what she saw in one of them.

Thinking for a few, Tician decided to be honest with her sister, "I have Glasses and Bandages. And I think I know who will be my prey, Lulu... I am eager to hunt."

The small shudder that she felt through the bond to let her know that Lunaria didn't want any part of what she was going to be doing. Since Tician gave herself til Friday to take her prey down.

Lunch

Looking at the back of Azusa's head as he walked in front of her towards the cafeteria, Tician couldn't help but wonder a few things. This was technically a free period for the whole school. In which one could get food from the place they were heading. Though she had been told that if she wanted to bring a lunch that was okay as well. So, it behooved her as to why anyone would want to pay for food when they could have home cooked meals.

Giving a soft sigh as they reached the large double wide doorway, sans doors, to the large room with several long bench like tables. Of which a good amount was filled with various other students, based on what they were wearings. Though Tician paused and stared hard at a small group of girls that she had the 'mock' encounter with during her second class.

When a hand clamped down on her shoulder, she spun around her arm shooting out to grab whoever dared to touch her. She paused and blinked her eyes and stared into blue eyes from under pale blond hair. The question in those eyes had her dropping her arm, looking away as she spun back around.

"We are going to eat on the roof," was the apathetic response.

When Shuu walked by her, followed by the others. A few who were giving various types of smiles at her and her actions, Tician stuck her tongue out at their back. Deciding to wait a bit longer, she was rewarded when she felt someone crash into her from behind and wrap arms around her waist. Laughing loudly at the greeting, she untangled her sister's arms from her waist and pulled Lunaria, so she was standing before her.

With a quick and critical eye, she looked over her sister. Seeing nothing wrong and that her own aura was calm and happy. Meaning that whatever happened last period had improved her sister mood. Meaning she wouldn't get to have fun.

"Come on Lulu, let's get some of this... food... and head topside. The view is nice," Tician said walking away, still holding onto her sister's hand.

In short order, they were all seated on the rooftop. It was rather impressive to see them all sitting in various positions, eating their food. Of course, it didn't surprise her in the least that Ayato, Laito, Kanato were together. And Yui was in her mate's lap. And from their aura's it was clear, that he was possessive and she was content with it. But the fact that the three had very similar aura's told Tician that they were more than just siblings, they shared a womb.

Over to the far side next to a barren planter was Subaru, his red gaze on his lap. To the left of him was Shuu, who had barely touched his food and looked like he was half asleep, listening to his music. Though she knew better, he was very much awake and alert. That apathetic mask he showed was just to make others not take him seriously. And she would bet one of her good swords, if they still existed, it worked really well too.

Next to her was her sister, Azusa, and Ruki. All three in a conversation on various things it seemed. While next to the fence where she had stood Saturday was Kou and Kino. Both quietly eating and watching both her sister and herself.

While the last two Yuma and Reiji were just off to the side. The former of the two plainly not caring, though he was watching them. And the latter was giving her a dark glare but smartly not saying a single thing.

After a few minutes more of eating the food that the school had gladly provided, Tician put her little tray on the ground before her and made a face that let all present know that she didn't like it.

"Is the food not to your liking?" was the sarcastic quip from Glasses.

Turning to look at him, Tician smiled and replied in a very polite and proper voice, "No, it is not." Making him flare his nostrils and try to bore holes into her head.

"Lulu would you be willing to cook something for me tomorrow? I mean your food is the best ever... Sweets included," she continued on, not letting anyone get a say until she was finished.

And she mentally danced with wicked glee as all attention was suddenly focused on her sister and herself. Though she stayed focused on Lunaria, who was blushing darkly at being put on the spot. Eyes wide and sparkling as Tician opted to pout a bit before a soft sigh was heard in the silence.

"Of course, if that is what you wish, then I cannot deny you Tici," Was the slightly exasperated sigh, "BUT I will cook for everyone then. It is only fair you know."

Narrowing her eyes as she 'pretended' to think before slowly nodding her head, leaning over and pulling Lunaria to her in a hug. "It is only polite to do so. Thanks, Lu-chin."

With that done, Tician leaned back and listened as her sister was bombarded with various questions about the extent of her cooking abilities while getting a bit of 'mild' praise from Yui & Kanato about her baking skills. Since they made cakes in Home Ec right before lunch and they'd be ready to eat tomorrow at lunchtime.

5th Period

Staring at the board, Tician felt her head start to hurt. She already spoke a few languages, so why did she have to be sitting in class learning to read, write and speak another. Let alone one she was sure she would never use. And it didn't help that the two in her class were rather quiet. Shuu aka sleepy head as she had come to mentally dub him and Ruki. The former was sitting back, arms crossed over his chest and half asleep listening to his music. While Ruki was being very studious.

Of course, she had chosen by necessity to sit by Ruki. He was being helpful when she needed him to be but keeping his mouth shut for the most part. It wasn't hard for her to pick up another language, just really really boring. And from the look he had given her when she had promptly sat next to him, he had not expected her to do so.

"Is everything okay?"

Blinking and starting a bit, Tician looked over at Ruki and nodded her head yes. Garnering a look that said he didn't believe her at all, before going back to taking notes and listening to the teacher. A thing she was really appreciative of at this moment. So far out of all the boys, these two had been the most respectful of her space. Then again it could be a ploy for them to try and win her over.

She could feel the power radiating off of Shuu. And from what her uncle had told them both, he was the eldest son of Karlheinz, almost two hundred years old. But he lacked any kind of motivation for the most part, which from what Ryu said was his mother forcing him to be perfect at everything. A thing she could relate too.

Ruki on the other hand, from what little Ryu had learned had been a human noble with a mean streak before life took a harsh turn. Then was 'rescued' by Karlheinz and turned into a vampire. She had no doubt that he still had that mean streak, just after a hundred plus years learned to temper and hide it. Which from her point of view gave him some respect points.

"Miss Dracos, I would like you to stand and try to read the last paragraph on page One hundred and Sixty-Seven, please," a sharp voice cracked through her inner thoughts.

Looking up at the teacher Tician pressed her lips together and narrowed her eyes. When all she got was a blithe look she held her hand out for the book she was sharing with Ruki. Looking down at the letters, Tician felt that pain in her temples again. This was just too much she wanted to be out and running around, exploring. Not feeling trapped like a prisoner for almost eight hours in a building.

Slowly she started to read aloud, doing her best to pronounce each syllable on the page. Looking to Ruki when she got stuck, for help or rather guidance.

“I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain." She finished with her voice monotoned and uninterested.

"Good Job. Much better than your sister did this morning," Was the short reply.

Swallowing a growl as she sat back down, plopping the book on the desk, Tician tempered her urge to throw the damned thing at the man's head. It wasn't her sister's fault that she didn't know English. And to make it worse this pompous prick had the nerve to insult Lunaria when she was not here to defend herself.

"Do not let him get to you. He is like that with everyone," Ruki whispered in her ear.

Snorting as she leaned back, still fuming, and looked at Ruki. Noting that Shuu was now sitting up and watching their interactions. His blue eyes cold and seemed irritated. For which she guessed was due to her not even paying him attention or acknowledging him. Totally his fault if she thought his actions would garner him any points.

"What is wrong? I felt you get agitated... and not in a good way," was the softly spoken statement from her sister.

Smiling at Ruki, and Shuu who was still staring at them, her, Tician looked forward and focused on her sister.

"I am okay. The English Teacher is a walking disease infested donkey's dick," she muttered back through their link, "But at least I have decent classmates, Sleepyhead and Ruki."

The giggle she got told her that Lunaria found her description of the teacher amusing. Before responding that she Kino and Yuma in her Physical Education class. Tician heard the hidden anger in her sister's words. Making her sit up and wonder what happened.

"Lunaria?" She asked, knowing if she didn't get an answer not to push.

"We can discuss this at home... By the way, did you know that the teacher is a very old Wraith?" was the hushed response.

Tician felt her eyes go wide as she bit down on her tongue. That explained a lot about the man. Especially why she couldn't see or read his aura and didn't like her poking about it. But that also meant he could sense the magical power in her as a kindred thing while seeing Lunaria as something to be wary of and eventually destroy. Seals or no seals, this was not a good thing.

"Be careful okay," she said back, just as a touch on her arm had her looking at a very worried Ruki and Shuu.

6th Period

As Tician walked into her sixth class, she could feel her stomach start to try to claw its way out of her abdomen. Eyes landing on the baby grand in the front right corner, Tician hunched over and tried to slip by the short, long blond haired woman. Doing her best to not be noticed amongst the other students in the class.

She had just reached the steps to chair when her name was called out. Making her freeze in mid-step and slowly turn to look at the teacher, whose clear green eyes stared her down. The smile that was plastered to full red lips, had Tician swallowing. She knew exactly what this woman was, she was a Leanan Sidhe. And not a danger to Tician.

But having had her sister already in this class earlier, she knew that look of expectation in those eyes. Music was not Tician's forte. She couldn't hold a note with her discordant voice, and barely able to play the piano, the only instrument that held her attention. So, putting a smile on her lips as she motioned to the teacher that she needed to speak to her. Getting the teacher to frown a bit before she walked over to Tician.

Once she had the teacher away from the rest of the class, Tician put her back to them to keep them from seeing what she was doing. Lifting up her choker she showed the teacher the scar on her neck. Causing the teacher to look horrified at her.

"I cannot sing very well due to this," she said simply.

The way the teacher just nodded her head before looking at the piano. Making Tician grimace in dislike. The small nod of her head as she let the teacher know silently that yes, she could play it. Just to have that smile flashed at her.

"I guess I can showcase my very 'meager' talents," Tician muttered as she sat at the piano and cracked her knuckles, before playing Fur Elise, to the best of her abilities.

She didn't have to look at the others in the room to know that she had hit several wrong notes and that it was just as discordant as her singing voice. Making her feel a bit of embarrassment and anger. This was her sister's thing, not her own.

"Okay, I know where to work with you now. Take a seat," came the sultry cultured voice of the teacher.

Giving a small nod of her head, Tician stood up and walked over to sit next to Laito as the teacher began lecturing about the composition of music and it's fundamentals. While she fumed and ignored Laito who was leaning into her.

"So, what did you show the teacher?" he asked.

Turning her gaze to him, she saw him flash her a fanged smile before she snorted at him.

"You really wanna know? Then ask nicely, Fedora. As in say please," she said, her voice a low rumble.

The narrowing of his jade colored eyes as he stared at her. His silence telling, just as much as his Aura flared at her. Making Tician Shrug her shoulders and pay attention to the teacher who was purposely ignoring what was going on where they were concerned. An oddity that Tician filed away to look into later.

"What makes you think I will do as you ask?" he said, his voice a lowered hiss, his normal flirty tone gone.

"Because if you were truly curious you'd do it." She replied as she continued to ignore him.

The soft Tsk that came from him as he sat back in his seat. Tician knew how to handle men like this. She was an expert at it since she had dealt with Ryu as a child, a few interactions with Karlheinz, on top of the man she took as her lover for years. Men and their ego's, it was all a game for her.

"Fine, please, will you tell or show me what you showed the teacher," Laito said, his voice showing his irritation at being overly curious and having to demean himself to get what he wanted.

"No," she said, before turning to look at him, flashing her brightest, predatory smile, "You have to purr the word for me if you really wanna know."

She punctuated her words by rolling her R's on her tongue in mimicking a cat. Which had him softly swearing and glaring at her?

"You see, I am not an idiot Laito. I know what you are your brethren are like. Do not think that you are able to coerce or intimidate me into giving you whatever the fuck you want," Tician said in a soft voice, knowing it was cold and hard, "AND I want to remind you, that my sister is my only priority. RESPECT her wishes, because you do not want me to be your living nightmare, literally, sweetie pie!"

The stunned look on his face as a soft giggle came from her other side, had Tician leaning back exuding smugness. Casting a side glance at Yui, who had her hands over her mouth to smother her amusement. Giving her a good look at the girl, causing nostalgia to well up in her chest. It was unexpected and left Tician feeling confused as class continued.

"Tician? Who do you have this period?" came the whispered question from her sister.

"Laito and Yui. You?" she asked back.

“Oh, Ayato and Kou...I do not understand all these equations..." Came to the hesitant reply making Tician sigh aloud. Her sister was not a hands-on person who saw the world like herself. Meaning they'd be helping each other a lot.

7th Period

The forced smile she had on her lips didn't go missed by either the teacher or her two partners for the class. Looking down at all the ingredients before her, Tician wanted to run screaming. Screw the History class as being her most hated class. No, Home Ec was now. Domestication was the name of the game here. And it was not gonna happen.

The nervous, high pitched laugh she gave as she looked at Kino then Yuma, had them staring questioningly back at her. Her mind recalling the last time she had 'tried' to cook and the end result. She had been unaware that you could poison the undead or even a creature who had poison literally running through their veins. But somehow she had done it. Hell, it had looked nice and smelled good. The taste was what was wrong.

"Tician?" came the softly spoke question from Kino.

Looking into his red eyes, Tician pouted. They had to make cookies or a cake with the stuff being provided by the end of the class. And the time limit didn't help her at all. Sewing, cooking, cleaning... it spelled trouble when she did it. Swallowing her pride she looked at them wondering if either of them knew how to cook and follow the instructions that were laid before them.

"Uh...do either of you... know how to cook?" Again her voice was high pitched with her nerves.

The silence was heavy before a grunt came from Yuma. He looked at the recipes before picking up the sheet for cookies. It was the easiest of the two from what Tician could tell.

"I know the basics. Having had to learn them while living on the streets," He muttered as he began to maneuver around.

Tician felt relief, as she let her shoulders slump a bit as she looked at what the measurements were.

"I cannot cook. Everything had always been taken care of for me by servants," came Kino's late reply.

Looking up at the ceiling Tician wanted to cry. Cause from the way Yuma's aura was moving he was not completely certain of what he was doing. Meaning this was going to end up a disaster since she still had to participate. And Yuma was not going to help by giving instructions.

"Lulu....haha...I think they want me to kill people," she said to her sister, via their mental link.

The slight pause before she got a horrified gasp from Lunaria, "OH NO! Are they making you take Home Ec? DO NOT TOUCH the food!" was practically shouted in horror over their link.

Unaware of the frown that was marring her face as she glared darkly at the sticks of butter and vanilla extract. She had to participate to get a grade. Her sister's reaction was a bit extreme. So, reaching out Tician looked at the sheet to see how much butter she had to cut and chunk for the cookies.

"You don't have to be that dramatic... It can be a secret weapon if the boys get too antsy. Besides, I have Kino and Yuma this period. And one seems to know what they are doing," she muttered darkly.

It was a while before Lunaria gave a reply, "Sorry, but I can still recall the mass poisoning you did to everyone. Even father was horribly ill... and he had immunity to poisons... Then there was the...." her sister trailed off.

A low growl escaped her at what her sister had said. It was just not fair at all. Even if it was the truth, it only served to make her feel that much more inadequate as a female.

"Sorry Tici!.. and I have...just Ruki in my class. He seems nice... though... I can feel a tinge of violence in him," Lunaria whispered to her.

With that done and said, Tician looked at Kino and Yuma who were staring at her curiously. The latter amusedly since he had had her in a class earlier. Waving her hands she went to work, determined to make even semi-edible sugar cookies.

8th Period

Dragging her feet, Tician made her way to her last class of the day. Only to pause as she saw Ryu standing up by the Teachers desk talking with the man who apparently taught the subject. Easily she could tell he was a vampire and one that knew her adoptive uncle. Looking around the room she spotted Yui and her sister sitting together.

She made her way over to the two, who looked up and smiled at her. Helping to ease a bit of the tension she was feeling from her last class. Though she didn't miss the way her sister had pulled her aura close to her body so it couldn't be read at all. It was a sign that something was up with her sister. Who did say she would talk about it after school.

Sitting down on the other side of Yui, scooting her desk so it was next to the petite girls. "How are you doing?" she asked trying to make polite conversation.

The twin looks she got had Tician blinking at it. That was a look that she knew Lunaria got from their brother. Hell, she knew she could put that look on her face on occasion. But to see it on Yui, her face framed by that blonde hair of hers made Tician swallow and smile. Though she wasn't as close as Lunaria to their older half-brother, she still respected Michael completely.

"Okay," came Lunaria's reply. The tone was sweet, polite like always. Though Tician could tell it was just a Facade being put on.

"Today has been interesting. I think having you both around will be good. Especially if you do what you did during Music again," Yui said, giggling.

A small smile curled Tician's lips as she nodded her head. It had been overall fun to put the boys in their place when they got a bit big for the britches. Most had been tolerant and tolerable. Showing her which ones had been listening, even if they were still asses.

"Of course," Tician said, "They were warned we were not going to be easy."

"Tician!" came Lunaria's gasp of shock.

About to reply when the class was suddenly being called to start. History was an okay subject, and when Ryu taught Tician loved to listen. His voice a deep, rich sound that was soothing and enthralling. Something she was sure he was well aware of. So, giving a quick look around the class, she saw that the other students were paying rapt attention as he spoke. Noticing that the girls were practically swooning. It was highly amusing. Making the class fly on by quickly.

After School/At Home

It was silent in the Limo for the most part. Tician had sat by her sister who had sat next to the door, faces upturned and looking out the window. Ignoring everyone in the vehicle, including herself. It bothered Tician how Lunaria was acting. It meant that she was not just troubled or upset, she was actually angry about something. Especially since her aura was still held tightly to her person, though it was flaring out making the others very uncomfortable for very obvious reasons.

Reaching out a hand she patted her sister's exposed thigh. Getting Lunaria to look at her, blinking owlishly.

"Hey, what's going on?" she asked, knowing that everyone else wouldn't.

The silent stare she got before her sister spoke, her voice low, soft and cold, "It is true you know. Except for Yui, ignorance breeds bliss."

Those sentences had Tician tensing up and pulling away from her sister as her hand began to burn. Hissing as she mentally cursed at the pain. The smell of burning flesh was unpleasant in an open field outside.

"That is an interesting thing to say, Lunaria. And I was not aware that you could be hurt by your sisters...unique...abilities," Reiji spoke up.

Looking at him across from her, Tician narrowed her eyes at him as she placed her hand on her lap hiding it away from them. She would let Lunaria answer for herself if she wanted too. Instead, she felt her sister stiffen and go back to looking out the window.

"It is a true fact. To me you all are ignorant. Taking things for granted. We have been asleep for over seven hundred years. As children, our parents brought us to the human realm a few times. The changes are astounding. It was a shock to the system. We grew up with the basics. Using Candles and firelight for everything. Now you have this electricity. A house that is like a miniature palace. Yet, you do not appreciate what you have? that is ignorance," Lunaria's voice was monotone as she spoke.

Tician nodded her head in agreement with what her sister said. Things had been different for them as children. Yeah, they had magic and learned to use it, but there didn't cater to making life easier, no not at all. The cantrips to do things were beyond them. Limited by their powers, as well as the element their powers represented. Having to rely on others to help them with simple things in those areas.

"Besides, looking at this sky, I can see stars that I am familiar with, but at the same times, I can tell that there are spaces where there used to be stars that are gone, while others are diming. It doesn't take a person with an iota of intelligence to realize that things are not what they appear to be," Her sister bit out, her aura flaring for a second before settling as the car pulled up to the mansion.

Before she or anyone else could say anything, Lunaria had the door open and was gone. Leaving Tician along with several now irate male vampires and a confused Yui. Who had understanding shining in her pale pink-red eyes?

"Well, that was enlightening. She is right, you all do take things for granted cause you have had them for so long," Tician said as she slid from the car and started to walk after her sister.

The barrier was up between them, meaning Tician was being blocked as she started up the steps into the mansion. Her sister was not in a good mood. Whatever had happened had really put her in a mood. One she was trying to contain so she didn't hurt anyone.

"I hope that your sister will cease her judgemental posturing and quit throwing a tantrum. It is rather unpleasant," Reiji spoke as he opened the door to the mansion.

Giving Tician a moment to pause and look at him, before she burst out into a fit of laughter. Which she could see that none of them didn't appreciate. Stepping into the foyer, she was about to explain to them about Lunaria's 'tantrum' when the sound of her sister's voice, raised of all things echoed back to them from the other side of the living room.

Not pausing Tician pushed passed by Reiji and made her way to the study, stopping just inside the door as her sister shook violently where she stood, hands on the desktop, glaring up into Karlheinz's eyes, which were red. Letting her know the man had done something that put her sister in her current state.

Ryu was there as well, his own eyes shining brightly down at Lunaria as she watched. "Lunaria you will cease this right now. It was for you.."

He was cut off as Tician saw Lunaria jerk upright, back stiff as she saw her sister began to glow with a white nimbus.

"You...you were in on this?" her sister's words a soft hiss as she saw both Ryu and Karlheinz glance at each other.

The struggle her sister was having was obvious. "RYU VANTIRI, you told me I had to be as normal as possible... To fit in with the others at the school... A school that is predominantly demon's no less. Having to already hide what I am and not be who I am. AND then you go and be an arrogant pr--pri...prig! I Expect this outta his high and mightiness. As that is his normal But this...."

When her sister trailed off, Tician stepped closer to her sister only to stop when she earned a dark glare from Ryu.

"I know what I said. And I meant it. But Lunaria, even now you are struggling to contain your powers as your emotions run rampant. That is why it was agreed between us that you would not partake of that class..."

Tician hissed and backpedaled as the shriek her sister let out before her vision was colored white. When it was gone, her sister was no longer in the room. In fact, she could feel her sister outside the mansion as her power flared loud and clear.

"You know you really stuck your foot in this. Did either of you Dicks think to talk to her about it?" She asked as she made her way to them. Her eyes glancing at where her sister had had her hands and the furrows that were scratched into the wood from her nails.

Their silence was telling as they said nothing. Shaking her hand as she shrugged. This was not her problem. The two before her were people she would not tangle with. It could mean her death, a thing she didn't think she wanted to experience.... again...

Turning to leave, she was stopped as once more Reiji spoke up, "So, what did you do father that has Lunaria throwing a tantrum?"

This time it was not just her laughing, but both Karlheinz and Ryu. Shaking her head as she looked over her shoulder at them. Clearly telling them she wanted to know and could explain.

"She is not having a tantrum. If she was you'd all be dead," Karlheinz said, his voice dripping with his anger.

"And we made it so she couldn't participate in the physical education class," Ryu supplied. His voice too showing his anger.

Looking back at all the boys gathered, the way they blanched at what was first said by their father and creator, to confusion. As her eyes traveled over them, a smile forming, Tician noted that one of the boys were not present. Opening her senses she felt him moving towards her sister, albeit slowly.

"Well, that is enough for the night. Everyone is to retire to their room and rest," Karlheinz spoke, his voice cracking like a whip with the amount of authority.

"Fine," Tician said as she started to push through the group blocking her way to the door. "But do you not care for your son that is heading to my sister?"

"Not particularly. I do not really see him as my son, though my blood flows through his veins," was his reply.

Stiffening a bit as she muttered under her breath and summoned the shadows to her and vanished to her room. She really just wanted to beat the shit out of that man. He aggravated her to no end. And his lack of caring for those that were his. Besides she had some research to do on her prey. And the dead did love to talk…

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