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SMACK!!!
"What the hell do you think you're doing?"
"This is not some kind of vacation for you to be acting this STUPID!"
The woman threw the gazette which featured Mikan and Natsume, with the headline :
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"THE HOTTEST LOVEBIRDS OF ALICE ACADEMY?"
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Slowly, Mikan tilted her head, looking at the person she once loved and missed. Time has not taken away the natural beauty on her face, but her eyes… they have become so cold and full of hatred; Mikan barely recognized them anymore…
Her companion, who has been watching the earlier scene quietly in the dark started to step forward to greet Mikan.
"Looks like you've finally awaken from your dreams, Sakura,"
The brunette remained silent, only her fiery eyes were responding, clearly showing her deepest grudge against the man.
"Although, I've to admit, it was so brilliant of you to choose the attic to enable you to observe everything that happens around here easily, not to mention, your plan to join the Alice academy's mission in order to remove any suspicions about you…
…but, recently the AAO are very concerned about you. It seems to us, as though you've lost your objective of being here."
"So, that's why we are here, Mikan Sakura..."
The guy approached her closely and whispered to her ear.
"… as a reminder".
She turned to look at the brown-eyed woman, whose blood was running in her veins, whose face she inherited…
With the evil smile on his face, the man loosens his bracelet.
"Let's just take this as a little warning from AAO…"
The instant he touched his fingertip on Mikan's head, the young girl reacted automatically by nullifying his alice.
"Oh, playing games are we? Don't you dare to go against me…"
He increased his power on Mikan Sakura, way beyond the protection she made, thus causing her to receive full impact of his alice. The effects it gave to her mind were so unbearable that Mikan finally passed out.
"…because you're incapable of doing it".
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The next day...
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It was already in the afternoon, and the classroom was occupied by no one but Natsume, who was about to grab his lunch. He stood to leave when his eyes froze at the sight of an empty seat next to him.
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"Hey, did any of you see Mikan today? Mr Narumi has been asking for her…"
"It's weird, isn't it? She has been missing lessons for the whole morning…"
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Suddenly, the door of the classroom was opened, and Mikan Sakura entered, her mind seemed to be preoccupied with something. She observed the room, expecting it to be empty. Instead, her eyes met Natsume's. They were so surprised to bump into each other in the class that they become speechless. It took the girl few seconds to recover from her shock.
"Oh, it's you…" her voice so calm and emotionless.
It was obvious for Natsume, considering Mikan's face which was as pale as dead, that something was bothering her. He walked past her, reaching for the door.
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"Eat something, or someone will be mistaking you for a ghost…"
Mikan turned to look at Natsume, only to find that the he has already gone. Her lips formed a weak smile.
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Instead of sitting at her own place, Mikan picked a spot near the window. Last night's incident has drained all her energy away. Her mind was totally exhausted, and all she wanted was to close her eyes, wishing all the misery she felt will disappear…
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"It seems to us…as though you've lost your objective…"
"And that's why we're here, Mikan Sakura… as a reminder"
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She was so drown in her own thoughts that she was not aware that the recess time has already ended. Neither did she realize that her classmates were starting to enter the class for the next lesson. Yuu's voice, informing others about the special event that will be held this weekend has barely reached her.
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"You've no choice but to complete the mission…"
"Remember…. Remember what you'll lose if you fail…"
"Remember, Sakura…"
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"Sakura! Sakura!!"
Mikan, who nearly dozed off was suddenly awaken by her friend's voices. She opened her eyes slowly and was astounded to see about half of the class members were surrounding her.
"W-What's up?" she asked, feeling a little uneasy. They were smiling at her, yet she could sense there was something fishy in their smiles.
"It's about the 'Alice-Restricted Day'. All of us agree to nominate you as our class representative for the main event."
"It's going to be fun…" Hotaru added, while the rest nodded simultaneously.
Apparently, she acted as the head of the group, replacing Yuu who was standing alone at the corner of the class.
"Is it true, Yuu?" the brunette asked, still feeling a little drowsy.
At the same time, all of the students turned their attention to him. As their backs were facing Mikan, she has no idea that they were all glaring at Yuu, threatening him to go with the plan. The isolated class president backed away, feeling terrified.
"Y-Y-Yeah, Mikan…"
Left with no reason to say no, the brunette eventually agreed to enter the competition.
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The next morning…
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BAM!!!!!
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The door of the class was flung opened harshly and Mikan Sakura entered. Everyone became immobilized at the sight of her deadly calm face. They looked at each other, with the same thought across their minds.
'She has already known about it'
She walked naturally across the class; passing Yuu who has already shrank into such a small size (too scared, maybe) and Hotaru, who was wearing metal armor as a protection. A small note was attached to her side, saying:
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'WARNING : This armor will repel once assaults towards the attacker back'
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On the other hand, Koko, who was trying to read her mind gulped when Mikan glared at her and said quietly,
'Have you lived long enough?'
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It was almost a full minute before she finally spoke softly,
"It's going to be fun, is it? Perhaps you all forget to mention the fact that every year, all the reps are being sent to the hospital at the end of the day?"
As they heard her words, most of them began to surround Sakura again, apologizing and begging her.
"We're really sorry. But, it's not like we've got any other idea."
"Please, don't back away. We know that the game is dangerous and all. Yet, it's still compulsory for each class to send 2 reps. We're still searching for another one, but no one was brave enough to accept."
"Yes, if you refuse too,…"
Mikan sighed as she saw their desperate faces. On the other hand, Natsume who knew that she has no choice but to join the event smirked. The reaction of his, if possible, made her feel more irritated than ever. Suddenly, an idea popped out of her mind.
"All right, I'll do it. But, in one condition".
She smiled viciously, before pointing at Natsume Hyuuga.
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"I want him to enter too…"
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"WHAT? You're joining in as well, Leo? Did your classmates use the pleading technique to persuade you too?"
"Nah, they tied me to my chair and forced me to sign the agreement letter"
Mikan Sakura smiled and patted Leo on the back as an encouragement. They were on their way to the Main Ground, where the event will begin.
"Anyway, it's not like they're not involved at all. Now that each rep will be allowed to order the classmates to help on certain occasions, I'm going to make sure that they're involved in this as much as possible…" he said with a smirk on his face.
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"Hello and good morning to everyone!! As for today's "Alice-Restricted Day", I, Mr Narumi will be the master of ceremony. The main event is about to begin!"
The crowd cheered loudly, excitements were filling the air.
"However, first and foremost, let me brief you on the activities. As you probably have known, the "Cross-Alice Race" event is held separately in three different levels of educations, where the elementary and the middle high students have already done theirs hours ago. And now, it's time for the junior high people!!!!"
"Bear in mind, no one but the reps are allowed to use their alices in the event. It's just like a cross-country race with checkpoints, where you've to fulfill the tasks given there. But, be careful with the hurdles and traps along the way! And now, let the game, BEGIN!!!!!!!!!"
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POM!!!!
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Natsume, Mikan and Leo led the race, leaving the remaining three contestants far behind. In no time, they have already arrived to the first check point.
"Natsume-kun, Leo-kun and Mikan-chan, welcome to the "Ice-carving Challenge"!! Right in front of you, are six huge blocks of ice. Pick one and touch the surface of the ice you've chosen", explained Mr Narumi.
While the brunette and her best friend were only starting to make their choice, the Black Cat has already placed his hand on the ice block at the furthest left. Suddenly, fireworks popped out of the ice he chosen, forming the word:
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Mr. Narumi
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"Oh, Natsume-kun got my name!" the MC announced jubilantly. He cleared his throat before telling them what to do.
"Well, in each of the ice block, a teacher's name will appear. The task is simple. You have to carve any animal that symbolizes this particular teacher. He or she then will be the judge to award the reps their deserved marks. Although you're allowed the assistance from your own classmates, the decision of what animal it would be will only be yours".
"And, for your updates, Mikan Sakura and Leo Kusanagi have each chosen Ms Serina and Mr Jinno!!"
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All the reps are helped by their classmates in fulfilling the first task. Natsume, who easily got an idea of the animal suitable for Mr Narumi told his assistants what to carve, and all of them simultaneously turned to look at him with a shock expression on their faces.
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"Looks like Kusanagi is the 1st to complete the task! And, the animal that represents Mr Jinno is…
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…A FROG!!!"
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His announcement is being responded by a loud cheer from the crowd, all supporting Leo.
"And, oh wait! That's not all!! The frog is actually… alive!!"
Everyone turned their attention to the ice frog that was suddenly jumping around. It opened its mouth, and a voice appeared…
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"BURP!! JINNO… BURP!!"
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"HAHAHAHA…!! What a splendid show by Leo Kusanagi, who made use of his alice to give life to objects. And, Mr Jinno awarded him with a score of… perfect 10!!"
The viewers were so entertained they gave a huge applause to the handsome boy.
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"And now, it seems like the other participants are almost done with the first task. I see that Natsume's group is working very hard. Hurm… I'm so eager to know what animal it is… In the meantime, Mikan Sakura has already finished hers, and she too makes an excellent choice of animal, which is…
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A SWAN!!! And what a beautiful one too!"
That instant, Ms Serina showed a card with a number 9.9 written on it, followed by thunderous claps by the spectators. Other reps apart from Natsume obtained an average of 7 and 8 marks.
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"AH-HA! Natsume Hyuuga's group has finally completed the task! And the animal that suits me the best is…"
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Seconds later…
"…err… let me see… it looks to me, like a…"
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And, seconds later…
"…urm… it does look a bit like a dog… but, it's a bit smaller…. Or, is it?"
Natsume, who was resting and eating ice cream stared at the confused teacher and shook his head. Apparently, everyone else also have no idea what type of animal it is.
"Oh, it's not a dog… Let me try again…"
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And, another second later…
"-Hey! Look at its nose!!" someone shouted among the crowd.
"It's a-"
"-A PIG!!!!" a group of spectators exclaimed loudly. That instant, Mr Narumi dropped his microphone; He was so shocked he did not realize he was gaping at the ice pig.
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"Oi, Naru…what's my mark?" the fire caster asked in a slumber tone after few minutes of silence.
Narumi was still immobilized with his eyes focused on the little pig; only his mouth was moving, mumbling about something…
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"Pig… Pig… Pig…"
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As he was in no position to give marks, all the other teachers behind him instantly showed cards of 10+ to Natsume…
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2ND Check Point…
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"Mr Narumi has been unconscious due to previous event, so I'll be replacing him as the MC", announced Mr. Misaki.
His fan groups then cheered loudly and shouted his name as a support, causing him to blush.
"Right, settle down… settle down… For your information, although there're some reps that have finished earlier in previous task, they still have to wait for all contestants to arrive for the next one. However, extra points will be given to whom that arrived early."
"Ok, in the next challenge, each of the reps will enter a room, and once you enter, you'll be given a piece of paper where you've to dress and become exactly like what's written on the paper. This task is called Alice-
-ALICE COSPLAY!!!" interrupted the recovered Mr Narumi. He smiled sweetly at Mr Misaki, pointing him to his seat. The Biology teacher glared at his colleague in return before passing him the mic.
"I'M BACK, EVERYONE!! All right, you've known the rules. And don't worry; the room is fully equipped with all the clothes and accessories you need. Your classmates are allowed to help as well!!"
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As the game began, the contestants entered their chosen room, followed by an unusually large commotion of their assistants. However, only a few seconds later, Mikan Sakura stepped out of the room, her arms folded; the same goes with Leo.
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"Oh, are the two of you already finished?"
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But, the teacher's question is being answered by loud shrieks from Natsume's room, where tonnes and tonnes of girls, claiming to be his assistants, running out from his place with their clothes on fire.
Then, Natsume appeared with flame in his hands. He said loudly to the shocked Mr Narumi.
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"Oit! Next time, state your rules clearly!"
Realizing his mistake, the MC announced,
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"A-A-Alright, everyone. I forget to say that for this task, girl reps will only be helped by girls and so are the boys. So, those who are not involved, please leave the room this instant".
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In response, dozens of boys and girls appear from Mikan's and Leo's chambers respectively; their expressions are of disappointments and frustrations. Youichii was also seen to come out from Mikan's place.
And the contest proceeded…
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Meanwhile, in Sakura's room…
"No, I don't think I should wear this…"
"Mikan… we know that you're not accustomed to this outfit, but you'll gain a lot of marks…"
"It's not about that… It's just that it'll be a troublesome later on…"
But, no one seemed to hear her words as they were too busy preparing her.
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"And now, it's time for the Cosplay Show!! For this event only, the judges are the crowds! So, if you're in favour of any reps and think that he/she suits the cosplay given, just cheer out loudly!!"
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"Ok, first… With the title "Nerd student", let's welcome… Mr Takumi!!!"
And, a boy appeared, wearing a spectacle with a 10cm thickness, his shirt is tucked in. He was holding lots of books on both of his hands…
He impersonated the character as a Nerdy so perfectly that he received quite a warm applauds. The next 2 contestants performed moderately, thus not receiving too much cheering from the people.
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"I sense the surrounding is getting a bit cold here. Never mind, it's time for the last three reps, who were leading in the previous check point. Representing the character as 'the White-collar', here it comes… LEO Kusanagi!!!"
Seconds later, the smart boy stepped out, wearing a black tuxedo, which fitted his fair skin perfectly. With his dashing appearance, Leo seemed to awe everyone who's watching. And, soon enough, the crowd cheered and shouted his name loudly.
"Wow! Again, Leo made an extravaganza performance!! But, is it good enough to beat Mikan Sakura and Natsume Hyuuga, who are rumoured as the couple of the year?? Let's see…"
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"And now, is Natsume's turn… His cosplay title is… Well well well…, I think it matches Natsume more than anyone in here… It's 'A ROCK STAR!!!!"
Even before he appeared, everyone were already screaming and shrieking. And, sure enough, he received the loudest cheer the moment he came out.
He was wearing a baggy jean, paired with a black t-shirt. In addition of his aloof expression, his raven hair is altered slightly into cool spikes, which as overall, gave him the image of a Super Rock Star. He was also holding a guitar in his right hand. It was a simple style, yet fitted him perfectly.
It took Mr Narumi a whole minute to calm the spectators who were cheering and applauding the Black Cat.
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"Alright! Last but not least, please direct your attentions to… MIKAN SAKURA!!!"
The students were all eager to know what will Mikan impersonates, and how will she looks like…
Slowly, she stepped out of her chamber…
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And all heads were suddenly turned on hers…
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And…
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Leo : And..?
Natsume : And…?
Mikan : And, keep R & R..!
Mysticlife-fh : And, I'll try my best to update soon, ok!!
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