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Just because I am rich, does not mean I am always happy.

A lot of my classmates thought that I was being 'bratty' to be unhappy because I had it all. The fame, the money, everything that could ease both my wants and needs. What did they thought of the wealth? That money can bring eternal happiness? It may bring happiness, but it is definitely temporary and will always make us thirst for more material wealth. Thinking that if we have more of something we can just buy, we will be happy; such fools.

It was that very reason why I was started to get being bullied by the popular girls.

Of course, I was popular, but I tried to ease the crowd. I was not the type to be so open to new people. I respect and tolerate them but I would not engage in conversation if they do not start. My past teachers always praised me for being so polite and kind. This was another topic used against me.

Usually, I try to spend quality time with myself because I wanted my own space and my own time. Whenever my siblings or even my friends came, I would not think twice in making them feel at home with me.

I knew that I had friends that I could talk to, but I was slightly afraid of the popular girls. The way they bullied were too much that I did not want to get physical because I would be viewed as the one bullying rather than them.

One day, I was just minding my own business, reading a book quietly but somebody came in and knock my book out of my hands. I mentally sighed and began to crouch down to pick up my book. I stared at the foot that kicked my book farther away from my reach. I was frozen on the spot.

"Not paying attention to us again, are we, Minami Izumi Reina?" one of the girls, the leader among the squad said with her annoying high-pitched voice. Wow, it is so fake. It felt too sweet to be even real. I could feel their gazes were of disgust.

I was not scared of them. I knew I was in a much higher position from them. They might know who they are dealing with, but most often, they do not. They are all just looks, no brains. What they wanted was to look like they have it all, and that was just sad to say.

"I'll be taking me leave," I muttered, getting up and walking towards my fallen book but suddenly, one of them pushed me harshly. I was 'lucky' enough not to be thrown off by their weak push.

"You know what we'll do if you ignore us," the smaller one said maniacally. I sighed and closed my eyes. Will they start getting physical? Do they even know what I can do? It will end soon anyway.

"Oi oi oi! What the hell are you even doing, you brats?" a muscular voice called out. I opened my eyes slowly to see the girls looking innocently at the source of the voice.

"Kira-kun!~" I winced hearing their sugar-coated voice.

'Here they go again with the innocent voice that actually fools people they're innocent,' I thought as I mentally rolled my eyes. I stared at the boy and anticipated his reply. Is he one of those stupid boys who are easily fooled by their good looks? I would not mind to fend of myself anyway if he decides to side with them.

I was astonished to see the boy grimaced while shivering in disgust.
"What the f*ck are you guys even doing?" this statement made the girls surprised too.

"Wh-what are you talking about, Kira-kun? We're just helping our best friend, Minami-chan because she fell," said one of the girls named Taomi with a sweet smile.

'What an obvious lie, call me if you have a new lie that could actually fool smart people.'

"You've got to be sh*tting with me," he face-palmed. Wow, do we think alike. Yet unlike me, he is more vulgar; not that I am complaining because he is not that foolish.

"Anyway, I needed Umi for something, don't call me if you need anything because I'm not bothering any lowlife here," he hissed before helping me up effortlessly. I was still shocked but I followed him ad he pulled me by the wrist. It was tight, but not too tight that it made me uneasy. I could feel their burning glares behind my back, is this Kira person famous that I made them jealous?

I noticed that we were far from the bullies already that we stopped by the hallways. It was unusually quiet but it was expected because the seniors were already having their classes.

"I've been watching since the first day of classes, don't you want to defend yourself?" I was looking at the floor rather than at his face. I smiled and finally looked at him in the eye.

I was dumbfounded. His pale red eyes were captivating. I was too preoccupied seeing the girls looking as pathetic as ever that I did not notice the one who defended me.

"Hello? Umi to Earth?" his face was so near all so suddenly that caused me to explode in the colors of red.

"Y-yes Kira-san?" I said in embarrassment. I felt like fainting right there, right now.

'H-he...boop my nose...?!'

"Why are you calling me by my last name? I thought we had agreed that nothing between us will ever change with the arrange marriage that my old man and your father proposed?" He asked with his eyebrow raised in confusion.

"I-it's just that...I feel like you wouldn't like me to be looking so close to you and all," I said, flustered by all these things all happening all too suddenly.

He sighed and suddenly hugged me, holding me tightly and passionately.

"What are you even saying Umi? You will always be somebody special to me. I wouldn't mind looking so close to you, especially if those brats decides to start harassing my girl again."

"Aish, Hiroto-chan, this makes me want to make you two closer to each other, literally! Just look at the two of you!" a booming voice came in and interrupt Hiroto's touching speech. I looked up and gazed at Hiroto to see him blushing cherry red. I giggled at the sight that made him noticed me and eventually looked away from both the direction of the voice and me.

"Stop interrupting, Kimi, it's rude," another voice came. I gave off a nervous smile before the second voice, who belonged to Chieko brought Kimiko away from the halls.

"I'm sorry! It's just that the two of you are cute and all!" Kimiko's voice rang throughout the halls.

I hope she did not interrupted classes, or else she would be in so much trouble.

"So you have to promise me that you'll call me the same like we were kids, please?" How could I resist, he looked so sincere and child-like, I wanted to protect him too. I sighed and smiled widely,

"Hiro-chii."

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I know ya'll don't expect anything more but this will be right after Hiroto's statement,

"Why are you calling me by my last name? I thought we had agreed that nothing between us will ever change with the arrange marriage that my old man and your father proposed?" He asked with his eyebrow raised in confusion.

BUT ANYWAY;

❝ REMEMBER ❞

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"Agreed? What are you talking about?" i asked in complete confusion.

"And what's it about marriage and father agreeing to it? I'm sorry to ask you but, do I know you?" His features began to darken, his once bright pale red eyes looked so sad. I frowned and shook my head.

"I'm so sorry for offending you or anything but...-" I placed my hand on his shoulder,

"I don't remember," he looked so heartbroken. It was as if he would cry at any moment but he was able to hold it in.

"Don't worry Umi, I'll help you remember, I swear!" he exclaimed and suddenly, held me with his arms protecting me. Even if I could not remember him, I like felt so safe all of a sudden when he hugged me close. Slowly, my arms started to wrap around his body too, I leaned my head on his chest and listened to his fast-pase heartbeat.

"I'll help you, Kira-san, I'll make sure to remember you."

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