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She always noticed that the two were always together. She heard from her friend, Kura-Chan, that they were the Hitachiin brothers, Hikaru and Kaoru.

She could not help but notice that they were always, without fail, alone.

She remembered the times, that she had been alone too. It wasn't very pleasant.

That's probably why she approached them.

Both of them were leaning against a pillar at the corner of the school. She braced herself. She knew that there was some nasty rumors going on about them, but she knew better than to believe them. With that, she wondered if anyone ever approached them before.

She smiled nervously, tucked a loose strand of her jet black hair behind her ear before she approached them.

They had auburn hair in a mushroom-cut, and golden amber eyes.

She noticed the way they seemed to distance themselves from everyone around them.

That only made her more determined to know them better.

Kaoru POV
Hikaru and I were just reading a book together when we were disturbed. Which honestly was kind of strange. Me and Hikaru had long set up a barrier around ourselves, just enough to keep everyone else away. Then again, there was the rumors and gossip going around about us.

But apparently, today someone was oblivious enough to ignore that barrier and approach us.

"Hey. I'm Misaki. Misaki Shinozaki. What are your names?"

I look up from our book and saw a black-haired girl with shocking green eyes smiling at me and Hikaru. Her short hair barely brushed against the collar of the uniform and curled around her face. She punned up her fringe with a small Bobby pin. I think that she was an elementary third year, just like us. I seen her during lunch period sometimes.

I glanced towards my right. Hikaru was glaring at Misaki with narrowed eyes. I sighed. I really didn't think it was necessary to chase a girl who seemed nice enough away. It wasn't like she was confessing her undying emotions for us, like the typical other girl.

However, apparently Hikaru didn't feel the same way.

"What do you want? Why would you even care, anyway?"

Misaki just continued smiling, which must have unnerved Hikaru.

"Well, it never hurts to know more people."

I could tell that Hikaru was silently astounded by how naive Misaki was.

"Well, sometimes it does hurt." I tell her.

Misaki was silent for a while.
"Yeah, " Hikaru continued, yawning after I finished. "It's annoying to have someone who disagrees with you on everything as a friend."

"And that's why we don't bother." I continued.

"Well, in friendships, both the happy and bad times are what makes them strong right?" Misaki continued in that soft and somewhat high-pitched voice of hers.

Both me and Hikaru was silent. We really didn't have anything to say to that.

She stuck out both of her hands towards us.

I shook her hand.

"I'm Kaoru."

I nudged Hikaru a little, before he reluctantly shook her hand too.

"And I'm Hikaru."

"We're the Hitachiin brothers.

The bell rang signifying the end of lunch.

"Can...Can I talk to both of you tomorrow?"

Hikaru shrugged. "Whatever."

"Then see you guys tomorrow. "

Misaki said while walking away, waving cheerily.

I glanced at my brother questioningly.

"We were getting bored anyway...She seems entertaining."

My brother muttered under his breath as we stand up and started to walk back to class slowly.

When the school day has ended, surprisingly, I find myself actually looking forward to talking to that girl tomorrow.

Misaki POV

When the school day was over, I request for my driver to drop me off at the Haninozuka's.

I really hope that Mitsukuni-san wouldn't mind that I was slightly late for lessons today. I was already changed into my karate uniform, so I guess it would be okay...

"So there you are. Quick! You're already late, you know that?!"

"EEK!"

I yelped as I jumped in alarm. I slowly turned around to the owner of the unfamiliar tone of voice. I quickly ran into the dojo and went into a fighting stance.

Mitsukuni-san barked orders loudly into my ear and he ordered me to do several different moves. It was kind of relentless. For every slip in my moves or the slightest mistake, he would scold me and order me to run several rounds around the dojo

And by the way, the dojo was gigantic.

It was exhausting.

Apparently Lady Luck was watching, because at that moment, somebody entered the dojo.

Mori-senpai!

"Mitsukuni. Have you given her a break yet?"

Mitsukuni froze in realisation.

His lips quivered in guilt as his brown eyes grew extremely large.

"A-a 10-minute break!" He said.

I sighed in relief, thanking Mitsukuni-san before walking over to the bench and thanking Mori-senpai, who promptly ruffled my hair.

"Waaaahhh! Misa-chan, I'm so sorry!"

Mitsukuni suddenly jumped on my back and hugged me tightly.

My heart melted. Completely!

"Aaah, it's ok, Mitsukuni-san, really!"

I turn around to face him.

"In fact, Mitsukuni-san! I'm more worried about you! Have you stopped yourself from eating cake and playing with cute things...Again?"

He nods, his brown eyes widening.

Honey POV

"Mitsukuni-san! I think you're fine just the way you are!"

Misaki grinned and grabbed my shoulders. She shakes me gently.

"So just be yourself! OK?"

"OK! Misa-chan, you should go take a break! We'll continue later. OK?"

She laughed and nodded her head.

I smiled at her.

Misaki may not know it, but she's been a great help! She's really kind! And she's even cuter than Usa-chan!

I owe her a lot.

I've been teaching Misaki karate for a long time! Probably ever since I first stepped into Ouran Elementary!

I remember that her father, Mr. Shinozaki was the one who asked my father to teach her karate and other martial arts so that she can be strong.

Apparently Misaki used to be physically weak. No wonder Mr. Shinozaki was always worried about her!

However, I did notice something: Mr. Shinozaki never seemed to talked to her. There was one time where me and Takashi went to her house to play. Nobody was even at home!

And after asking Misaki about it, I realised that it was like that everyday. Her father has to work overseas, and only comes home once every few months. When he did come home, there was hardly any kind of interaction between father and daughter.

About Misaki's mother, she lives overseas running her own business and is a part-time lawyer. Her mother, Mrs. Shinozaki came from a wealthy family and visits only during Christmas.

Misaki tries to hide it, but both me and Takashi can tell that she feels lonely and sad most of the time.

I don't want her to be sad or lonely.

Next year, me and Takashi are going to Ouran High School, which means the only elementary school friends she will have is Kura-chan. She does have lots of other friends, but I will call them more of 'the people who talks to her'. She's only really comfortable with Kura-chan, Takashi, and me.

I have a feeling that her karate lessons are going to stop soon, too. Father has been talking a lot over the phone with Mr. Shinozaki.

Which would a shame! Misaki's quite good with karate!

Not to mention, neither me or Takashi would be able to talk to her anymore.

And that's why I'm hoping it will never happen.

Misaki's lessons have already ended.

Now, me, Takashi and her was sitting on a bench. I'm hugging Usa-chan!

Me and Takashi asked her if anything happened today.

"Well, today, I talked to Kaoru and Hikaru. They're twins."

I noticed her choice of words. Talked to. Not befriend.

"I'm probably going to talk to them tomorrow, too! They're pretty nice!"

I know the Kaoru and Hikaru Hitachiin she's talking about.

And I think I know why she's been talking to them, too.

"Oh! My driver is here! See you tomorrow, Mitsukuni, Mori-senpai!"

She quickly hugs us before waving goodbye hastily while clumsily running to her car.

Me and Takashi exchanged glances. We have a silent conversation!

The twins she is talking about...Aren't known for being 'nice'

I nodded.

Well, as long as they aren't mean to her, it's okay! And anyway! She's not like the other girls! She's strong!

Takashi agreed.

I'm still worried about Misaki, though. I can't help it.

I hug Usa-chan, which comforts me a little.

And watch as Misaki's black car becomes a tiny black dot in the distance.