Kaze no Stigma

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Here's Chapter 11.

The Beginning

Many days had passed that Ayano and Kazuma were not doing any missions. The head of the Kannagi, Jugo, decided that Ayano and Kazuma needed some vacation from the mission. But for Kazuma, he still in the mission because he's still not relaxed at all instead, he is worried about Ayano and thinking about that 'guy'. Kazuma knew that Bernhardt is still alive and just wondering around. Most especially, messing Ayano's mind. Kazuma was just lying around in his bed looking at the ceiling with one hand resting on his forehead and the other on his side. He was thinking where to findand how to kill him. These past days, Kazuma was looking around for clues to where he could find him. Unfortunately, he cannot find anything. 'That guy is good.' thought Kazuma. He clenched his fist and shouted, "Bastard! Damn you!"

At the Mall…

"Ayano, look at these boots! They are so cute!" said Yukari. Well, maybe more like a…squeal.

"Wow! You're right, Yukari! Go! Buy it before anyone could get their hands on those beauty." said Ayano.

"Could we please go to the sports apparel?" pleaded Nanase.

"Alright! But first…we'll buy these!" said Yukari while holding a pair of boots, and lots of clothes.

"Fine!" said Nanase defeated.

Yup! Ayano was enjoying her vacation! She spends a lot of time with her two bestfriends. Besides, she needed to take her mind off from that 'dream'. It will just make her weak if she over thinks about it.

After shopping, the three went to a restaurant. Shopping made them hungry, especially Ayano. Nanase ordered Pan-Roasted Scallops for appetizer, Pavé of Salmon with a Warm Salad of Cucumber, Olives, Tomato Butter Sauce for entrees, and Mint Ice Cream for dessert. Yukari ordered Watercress Soup for appetizer, Lamb Wellington with Minted Potato Purée for entrees, and Passion Fruit Crême Brulée with Bitter Chocolate Sorbet for dessert. Finally, Ayano ordered Tian of Crab with Marinated Avocado for appetizer, Roasted Fillet of Beef with Truffled Polenta and a Red Pepper Piperade for entrees, Valrhona Chocolate and Black Cherry Fondant for dessert. (From Hell's Kitchen Menu season 4) Yum! While eating, they exchanged stories about…well...everything.

"Ayano, when will you have another mission?" asked Nanase.

"I don't know. But father said that Kazuma and I should take a rest and relax for a while, and I think there's nothing bothering the city." said Ayano.

"Well, that's great! At least we could have girls bonding! And speaking of bonding..." said Yukari and before finishing her sentence, she looked at Nanase while smirking and then turning both the attention to Ayano. "…how are you and Kazuma?"

"What do you mean?" said Ayano while looking clueless. But seriously, she didn't get it.

"You know…your relationship with Kazuma?" said Yukari.

Suddenly, Ayano remembered what Kazuma told her…

Flashback

Kazuma's worried eyes are now mad and ready to kill. He wanted to kill that guy for making Ayano scared and making her cry. The only thing that runs through his mind and he wanted to do is to protect Ayano from that guy and to kill 'him'! Kazuma grabs Ayano's waist and embraced her really tight and not wanting to let her go for the thought of he doesn't want to lose Ayano. Then he whispered to Ayano's ear softly, "I will protect you."

End of flashback

Ayani blushed really hard and her heart beats really fast. Nanase and Yukari looked at each other and smirked.

"We are waiting, Ayano." said Nanase.

"Yeah! We want to know!" said Yukari

Ayano sweat dropped. "Well…uhmm…" Ayano told everything.

"Aaaahhh!" squealed Yukari and Nanase in union.

"That is so sweet!" said Yukari.

"Yeah! Even though I'm not in romance stuff like that…I agree!" said Nanase.

The three of them just laughed and continued on exchanging stories. They didn't even notice the time. The restaurant was closing already, so, they decided to go home since it was already late. They said their goodbyes and went separate ways.

The next day, the three went to school together. There, they continue on laughing and exchanging stories. Yukari do the most of the talking since she's the one who loves gossip. Ayano and Nanase were amazed by how Yukari could easily gather all those gossips and just go on and on with no break. But sadly, the teacher came already and started the class. The students went to their designated seats.

"Okay class, get your textbook and open to page 32…" said the teacher.

The class just went on for one hour. Ayano was bored t death, Nanase was taking down notes, and Yukari was listening to the teacher but seriously, her mind was on shoes, clothes, etc. Then the bell rang. It's time for break! Ayano, Nanase, and Yukari went to their locker and put their things. After that they went to the cafeteria but while walking they saw Kazuhiko. Kazuhiko noticed the three and greeted them, "hi!" and went to their direction. The three greeted him back a 'hi!'

"Just meet us at the cafeteria, we will save you a seat." whispered Nanase to Ayano and grabbed Yukari's hand as they went to the said place.

"Wait…!" said Ayano but she was too late. Ayano sighed heavily as she turned to face Kazuhiko.

"It's been a while! How are you?" asked Kazuhiko with a very charming smile formed on his lips. Every girl would melt when they see that 'smile'.

"Yeah! I'm doing fine. How about you?" replied Ayano with a smile.

"I'm fine as well but lately I've been doing some important things." said Kazuhiko still with a smile.

There was an awkward silence but only for a few seconds because Ayano broke the silence.

"Uhm…I'll be going now. See you!" said Ayano while leaving. But stopped when there was a hand grabbed hers. She turned around and saw that it was Kazuhiko's. She looked at him, waiting for a respond or something.

Kazuhiko smiled and asked, "Let's go out later." Well, it was more like a statement than asking. Ayano was about to say something but Kazuhiko cut her off and he said, "…as friends."

"Oh." said Ayano and blinked twice. "Sure!" she said and smiled knowing that there will be no harm.

"After school, I'll wait for you at the gate school, okay?" said Kazuhiko and smiled but still holding Ayano's hand, not wanting to let go.

"Okay!" said Ayano and motioning to let go of her hand.

"Sorry. I…uhmm…bye!" said Kazuhiko and run.

At the cafeteria…

"What did Kazuhiko said to you, Ayano?" asked Yukari. She looked at Ayano with eyes that says 'gossip.'

Ayano sweat dropped and said, "He asked me out…"

"WHAT?" shouted Yukari. She noticed everyone at the cafeteria looked at their direction. She then continue with a bit lower volume, "And you said 'yes'?"

"Don't overreact! I'm not finish yet. He asked me out as…friends, and yes I accepted it. There's nothing wrong with that." said Ayano.

"Of course, there's something wrong with that! Even though he asked you out as friends, I know he likes you!" said Yukari

"Yeah!" said Nanase.

"I know there's something wrong with that! But…sigh…I couldn't say 'no'. I felt guilty for going out with him before and not giving back the same feelings that he feels for me. That's the only thing I could think of for saying 'sorry' and I guess I could tell him there my…true feelings." said Ayao while looking at her plate.

"But how about Kazuma? I get your point but you know Kazuma. He is a jealous type of guy." said Yukari.

"Agreed! You never know what he could do to…Kazuhiko if he knows." said Nanase.

"He won't get jealous. Why would he? Okay…maybe he might. But I'm sure he'll understand and besides he wouldn't know unless you guys tell him. That's why…I need you help. Please?" pleaded Ayano.

Yukari and Nanase looked at each other then back to Ayano. "Fine!" both said in union.

Ayano smiled and said, "Thank you! You guys are the best!"

"We know!" said Nanase.

After school, Ayano bid goodbye to Yukari and Nanase. Then she went to meet Kazuhiko at the school gate. While walking, they talked things about school and other stuff. When they reach their destination, Kazuhiko offer a hand to Ayano, which Ayano accepted. They went inside to a small café.

The both of them ordered their desired food and drink. After they ordered, the waitress came with their order. The waitress smiled at Kazuhiko…only. Ayano arched an eyebrow and thought, 'Wow! Good service. I feel welcome!'

"So…" said Kazuhiko trying to start a conversation.

"Uhm…Kazuhiko…about…remember the day when you first asked me out? Well, I'm sorry. I know I was wrong to say…" said Ayano finding the right words nervously but she was cut-off.

"Don't worry about it. Let's set that aside. I understand. Let's just be friends and enjoy this…uhm…friend date. Okay?" said Kazuhiko and smiled.

"Sure. Thanks!" said Ayano. "Let's eat then!"

They started eating and then Ayano's vision suddenly turned blurred.

"Ayano, are you okay?" said Kazuhiko but doesn't looked concern but instead an evil smile was formed on his lips.

'Kazuma…help.' thought Ayano then her vision turned black and she collapsed.

Back at Yukari and Nanase…

"What do you think about…Kazuhiko?" asked Yukari to Nanase.

"Well, I think he's fine. I mean, I think he'll understand Ayano." said Nanase

"You think so?"

Both Nanase and Yukari were shocked. They turn around slowly to look at the owner of the voice. But they already knew whom it from; they just wanted to deny that it was him. Both of them sweat dropped.

"Kazuma?" said Yukari and Nanase in union. Both of them are shaking.

"Wha-what are you doing here?" said Nanase nervously.

"Nice to see you, too, Nanase and Yukari." said Kazuma while smiling. But that smile says different things. "So…where is Ayano? And did I told you guys before that I could summon the wind spirits?"

Yukari and Nananse sweat even more, so the result they told everything to Kazuma.

"Thanks! Don't worry I won't tell Ayano." said Kazuma then he flew away.

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Please review. I hope you like it. I'm sorry for the long, long wait. I was doing my thesis these past months that's why I didn't update soon. I hope you understand. Again, I would like to say "Thank you so much!" to those who reviewed my story and to those who included my story to their favorites and story alerts, and as well included me to favorite Author-you guys know who you are. You guys inspired me! Thank you so much! I love you guys!