Previously on Night Rain

"Drinking blood while on school grounds is strictly prohibited." Ayame reminded from behind him.

"Getting drunk on the scent of blood..." Zero appeared, glaring at the vampires as he pointed his gun at Kain to keep him from running, "You've finally revealed your true nature, vampire."

Now [ 04 Undesired Healer ]

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Third Person's POV

Out of the corner of her eye, Ayame noted the two Day Class girls had fainted probably out of sheer terror of the sudden events. Feeling Aidō attempt to remove himself, she tightened her grip.

"If you don't want a slit throat, I suggest you remain where you are, Aidō-senpai." Ayame smiled coldly.

Her captive gulped nervously, nodding.

"Idiot, why did you shoot?!" Yuuki scolded Zero, "Kain-senpai didn't do anything either!"

Kain gaped at the destroyed bark of the tree, paling at the thought of the damage that could have been inflicted on him.

"It's called The Bloody Rose... You should be more careful, Kain, Aidou" Everyone's attention turned to the latest intervention, "It was made to kill creatures like us."

Ayame clicked her tongue at the appearance of the pureblood. She dropped her grip on Aidō and moved to grab the knife she had thrown to get the vampire off Yuuki.

"Well then," Kaname grabbed Aidō from the collar of his uniform, the vampire paling at the presence of his superior, "I'll take care of these fools. The Chairman will need a full report. If that's okay, Kiryuu, Kimura?"

Yuuki stared worriedly at her friends. "Ayame? Zero?"

The Hunters glanced at each other. Frowning, Ayame sighed and shook her head. Clicking his tongue, Zero returned his weapon into its holder.

"Just get them out of my sight, Kuran." Zero huffed.

"As per the agreement, if this happens again I will have no choice but to notify the Association and punish the assailants accordingly," Ayame reminded, a polite smile on her face that did not match the coldness of her eyes, "I hope you understand, Kuran-senpai."

A tense atmosphere surrounded the clearing as the pureblood and huntress stared each other down. With a nearly unnoticeable nod from the vampire, the huntress sheathed her knives moving to look over the girls. Seeing the injury, she took out a small first aid kit and began cleaning the wound.

Kaname's eyes lingered on the huntress before moving to address his brethren.

"Kain."

The orange haired man blinked, pointing at himself. "Me?"

"Why didn't you stop Aidō?" Kaname inquired, "You're just as guilty as he is."

The aristocrat looked away, ruffling his hair. What could he possibly say to make this situation better?

"Yuuki..."

"Y-yes, Kaname?" She stuttered blushing, much to the annoyance of her fellow guardians.

"What about the two girls who fainted? Shall we take care of that too?"

"We'll take care of them, Kuran-senpai," Ayame cut in, as she finished taking care of the wounded girl, "We'd appreciate Seiren-senpai's assistance with erasing their memories, however. You can go along your way now."

Humming, the man nodded, releasing his hold on Aidō. "I see. Well then," the trio turned to return to their class, "I'm sorry about all of this. I hope it hasn't awoken any bad memories for you, Yuuki."

Said girl blushed deeply, as she waved her hands in front of her denying the man's assumptions. "Oh no! He didn't actually hurt me, so don't worry about it!"

Ayame rolled her eyes at her friend's obvious hero worship on the vampire. "If we didn't get here on time he would have." She murmured under her breath.

As the vampires left, Zero grabbed Yuuki's injured hand wrapping is with his uniform tie.

"Zero?"

"Yuuki, let's go." Ayame nodded towards the two downed Day Students, "We still have to deal with the girls."

"This place reeks of blood. It's making me sick." Zero glared at the disappearing forms of the vampires as Ayame helped him secure one of the girls on his back, "The fact that they actually like this smell... is proof that they're animals."

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Ayame's POV

I stretched, yawning as I exited the Headmaster's office, having left a detailed report of the incident on his desk. Glancing at my watch, I frowned seeing that the Night Classes were over. As I made my way back to the Headmaster's residence, I paused. Closing my eyes I stretched out my senses, searching for what was triggering my hunter instincts.

"You should be back at your dorms," I murmured as I opened my eyes, glancing over my shoulder, "Senri, Rima."

Behind the pillars, two figures appeared. Both held immense beauty, though their eyes were rather blank, much like my own.

"Manager-san has been calling you all day. He told us to tell you that we have a shoot in a few days." Rima informed.

Slipping my phone out, I rechecked my calls; several missed calls under "Itou Akira" confirming her words.

"I had an assignment," I explained, causing the two to frown, "Do you know the theme?"

"Swimsuits."

Recalling my injuries, I grimaced. "I won't be healed in time for the shoot."

Senri's eyes flickered over me, closing his eyes as he caught the faint scent of my blood.

"Blood," He noted, "How injured?"

I shook my head, knowing where he was going. "I'm fine. I'll tell Akira I can't make the shoot."

Rima's brows furrowed, the only indication of her worry. "No." Blinking, I stared at her in confusion. "No?"

Before I could protest, each grabbed an arm, dragging me towards their dorms. Knowing their intentions, I struggled to remove myself from their grip. With their impressive strength keeping me from reaching my weapons and my reluctance to harm them, I was at their mercy.

I tensed as we made our way closer to the Moon Dorms. All my instincts were yelling at me to run or kill. Senri moved to hold my hand rather than my arm. Feeling the squeeze of reassurance, I sighed, relaxing my form.

As we entered, green eyes widened in surprise as they met mine.

"Oh, Kimura-san? What can we do for you?"

Knowing the genuine kindness of this particular vampire I nodded towards the two models holding me against my will.

"Good evening Ichijo-senpai," I murmured, knowing he'd hear me, "Ask them."

Blinking, the vice-president turned to Senri and Rima.

"What's your reason for kidnapping the eldest guardian?" He wondered.

"Injured," Senri answered blankly.

"Photoshoot." Rima continued.

I rolled my eyes at their eloquent responses but didn't bother to expand on it.

Brows furrowed before his eyes lit up, Ichijo grinned as he bounded to me. I tensed as Rima and Senri released me only to be replaced by Ichijo.

"Oh! Let's go see Kaname then!"

I gasped as I was suddenly dragged up the stairs. I glanced over my shoulder for any assistance from Rima and Senri only to glare when they waved.

Stopping in front of what I remembered to be the dorm office, I winced as a loud slap echoed from within.

Ichijo glanced at me worriedly but knocked on the door nonetheless.

"Enter."

With a flourish, Ichijo entered the office with me following hesitantly behind.

"Kaname~" The vice president, greeted with a smile, "You have a guest."

The pureblood hummed as he looked me over, a hint of surprise in his eyes. I ignored his piercing eyes, as I noted two others in the room. Kain and Aidō.

"Tch, what are youdoing here?" The blond glared.

I didn't bother to answer, my eyes flickering to the healing wound on his cheek. They trailed off to Kuran's hands where I noted some blood still lingered. Seeing where my gaze was, Aidō growled and stood.

"If that is all, Dorm Leader."

The pureblood dismissed the two, Ichijo following behind. I tensed as the door shut behind me, leaving me alone in his presence.

"Kimura, how can I be of help?"

I glared at the pureblood, wrapping my arms around myself knowing I couldn't threaten him with my weapons when he had done nothing.

"You know why, Kuran."

The man smirked as he made his way forward. I remained where I was, glaring up at him as he grabbed a stray piece of hair, twirling it around his finger.

"I assure you, I have no idea." He mused.

I bit my lip, holding back insults. This happens every time Senri or Rima discover I'm injured. As a pureblood, he could heal me but to do so I had to drink his blood. I couldn't even deny his services or the model duo would force me to remain at the Moon Dorms until I do.

"Can't you just let me leave?" I bit out, "I don't need healing. Akira understands I can't show up to every photoshoot."

"We both know Senri and Rima won't agree." The pureblood smirked.

I growled. Glaring I reigned in my pride knowing I no other option less I wish to spend my time at the Moon Dorms for the undetermined future.

"I was injured during a mission yesterday," I frowned noting a flicker in the pureblood's eyes but pushed the curiosity aside, "Rima and Senri found out. Can you heal me, Kuran?"

Seeing a raised brow, I growled. I may have held back my pride, but I have enough to not beg for Kuran's help.

Knowing not to push me, the man nodded, moving out of my personal space.

"You remember the effects of my blood on you correct?" He inquired leaning against his desk.

Huffing I nodded. For some reason, the blood that is given to me to heal always left me in some sort of healing coma rather than the extra strength boost that's noted in the Association files. For the wound to heal completely, I would be out for 30 minutes at most.

30 minutes of utter vulnerability.

"Do you wish to remain here to rest, or shall I have Ichijo prepare your usual guest room?"

Not wishing to remain at the Moon Dorms longer than necessary I shook my head. "I'll remain here."

Kuran nodded, his eyes lingering on my form before he moved behind me. Biting into his wrist, he held the wound to my lips. Hesitating for a moment, I wrapped my lips around his wrist, allowing the blood to pour into my mouth. I grimaced at the copper taste, swallowing down the blood. With a few gulps, I could already feel my injuries begin to heal.

It wasn't long before the effects of the blood began to hit me. Feeling faint, I hardly noticed Kuran pulling his wrist away, and his arms around my waist as my knees weakened.

I groaned as the last thing I saw was the pureblood's damned smirk before everything went dark.

Kaname's POV

Placing the Huntress on the chaise lounge in my office, I sat beside her still form. She was an enigma this one. A clear dislike for vampires but she had her morals and got along with quite a few of my kind. She won't threaten anyone with her weapons less they break the rules as Aidō had done earlier this night. Somewhat reserved in nature but highly protective of those she considers hers. A fighter but a healer at heart.

Dangerous. Moral. Admirable. Mysterious.

Leaning over the Huntress' vulnerable form, I carded my fingers through her blonde curls.

"To gain the interest of a pureblood..." I murmured, "Quite a dangerous feat you have achieved, Kimura Ayame."

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It's a double chapter week! You'll see the next one Wednesday like I always do. Thanks for the comments in the last chapter and all the hearts. I'm glad you're all enjoying it.

So Ayame doesn't completely hate vampires like Zero does and she works as a model with Senri and Rima, and don't worry, you'll be seeing some cute fluffy moments between the trio in the future. Kaname seems to be very interested in Ayame, which isn't very surprising as things of interest help curb a pureblood's boredom.

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Updated: 19/03/11