♧Inner Demon♧

Dear Mama,

I really hate family drama, much like my brother who I call Onii-sama. I sometimes wish you're here to make me feel better.

But you see, certain things happened.

When you disappeared... we ended up living with these people of nobility... that's where I found Onii-sama and ••••• who's taken care of me. And it's funny how Onii-sama would always feel so jealous because I only have our younger brother in mind. He's my younger brother afterall and he's the only familiar thing I have when I was living inside that world. Onii-sama helped me a lot but Onii-sama isn't really my Onii-sama. He didn't come from you unlike me and Mikun.

But that was a long time ago and I always end up dreaming about one of those days when I could still safely hold his hand and play a simple game of chess with him because we can't really play outside.. His body has always been weak the same way my body was..

But things happened and I can run very fast now and move as much as I want. Onii-sama, he makes sure that I'm always attended to and that nothing bad would happen to me.

But lately, I feel as if he's getting more concerned over something else.

I wonder what he found?

Yours,

M. A.

♧Inner Demon♧

Lily.. I recalled as I got to my feet, remembering the sudden appearance of the butterfly before Tsubaki could-

I gasped.

"Mahiru!" I yelled, looking around anywhere before I managed to spot the brunette sprawled on the floor with Kuro.

"Annoying.." Kuro muttered as I rushed over to help them stand. No doubt he was not liking the sudden turn of events.

"We were saved. Probably by another Servamp." Kuro replied, still looking as bothered as ever.

"It was ••••." I said, helping Mahiru stand up as he got to his feet before my brows furrowed as I corrected myself. "No... that's not it. It's Lily now.."

"Ah! Thank goodness! Who were we saved by?" Mahiru said after breathing a sigh of relief, not really hearing me mutter.

"Those butterflies that were sent was probably from 'Lust'." Kuro said. "I felt his presence for a second back." Then he looked at me. "Do you know him?"

"Eehhh?! He was on our side?! But he's a vampire so how come Mitsuki knows him?" Mahiru turned to me as if expecting an answer.

"It's a long story.." I shrugged. "But more importantly, we're on the other side of the station.. That's quite far."

"Seriously?!" Mahiru looked around as if to confirm my words and after making sure I wasn't kidding around, he looked very surprised.

"How'd we get here?"

"Like I said, it was Lust, but he's probably just passing by."Kuro answered before yawning.

"You're gonna get yourself killed if you keep pulling stunts like that." The bluenette sighed. "Sure, I'm a vampire but.."

Oh. Kuro couldn't have phrased it better, I was going to tell Mahiru the same because as much as I adore Mahiru for being responsible and kind towards others, he doesn't really care much what happens to him during the process and that is a big fucking problem.

"But that guy--" Mahiru gasped before he could continue his words and he immediately looked back and forth between me and Kuro.

"Mitsuki, you're not hurt, are you? Did you scrape your palms by any chance?" He asked worriedly as he grabbed my hands, recalling the event where I was shoved countless times.

I felt myself heat up a little as I pulled my hands away.

"Ermm.. I'm f-fine..!" I didn't mean to stutter but it ended up sounding that way.

"How about you check on Kuro? Tsubaki did the most number on him.." I said, diverting his attention. I was glad it worked because the brunette was now fussing over the vampire.

"Ahhh.. I'll probably get better if you get me some juice.." Kuro said, shaking as if to emphasize that he was still  'hurt'. I tried not to laugh.

"You look fine to me!" Mahiru exclaimed, a bit miffed at the random request. Then he suddenly slumped down on the ground, leaning his back on the wall.

Kuro did the same as he placed his hands on his knees.

"But how did life get so complicated..?" Mahiru muttered. "In any case, I'm beat!"

Not really knowing what else to do, I slumped beside him, letting the small amount of exhaustion take over.

"I'm done dealing with this. "Kuro and I said at the same time, making us look at each other. My lips pouted and I looked away.

"Contracts are stupid~ "I drawled, leaning my head against Mahiru's shoulder.

"What a pain. "Kuro turned to his cat form.

I reached over to pick him up before smoothing a hand against his fur. The feline let out a pleased sound as I continued to pet him.

"I didn't think that getting involved with Servamps were this complicated." I said out of nowhere.

"Mitsuki, do you know about Servamps?" Mahiru's question made my eyes shot open just as they were about to close.

"Well..."I started. "I did tell you that I know an expert though I always did disregard the things he said since he was so shady and my brother doesn't get along with him."

"What do you think we should do then? Find the other servamps?"

I immediately straightened up at his words.

"Woah, woah, Mahiru. Easy. I just said how complicated it was meeting all these servamps and you want to look for more?" I slumped back against his shoulders.

"I don't get you!"

"I'm going to try and think about my actions more but if we want answers, we have to find the others, right?"

"What a pain~" Kuro complained. "I can't handle anymore~"

"Ehh?!"

I yawned. "What he said."

"You too, Mitsuki?!"

I was about to provide him an answer when I felt eyes on us.

"Shirota Mahiru." Said a new voice, which sounded like two children speaking at the same time. Mahiru and Kuro looked back at the voices, who continued, "Come with us. All of Love is calling for you."

My body felt like lead but I schooled my features and turned to face the new arrivals. I got up to my feet to get a better look at them.

"Two adorable little vampires. Atleast something great happened today!" I exclaimed happily while peering down at the children. Both of them blushed from my comment.

"Thank you, Nii-chan! " They said to me while I grinned in return. I really do look like a boy huh? With this outfit?

"No. Mitsuki is a--" Mahiru was cut off when I laughed loudly.

"Say. Do you happen to know, chibi-chan? "I asked in an overly ecstatic voice, leaning closer but not enough to scare them. I was a little giddy, maybe because this was a sign that I'm finally being given the opportunity I've been looking for.

"Chibi.." Mari said.

"Chan..? "Yuri continued.

"Yes! Chibi-chan!! Eh...how about Mikkun then..? The one with purple hair and purple eyes. A ridiculously pointed hair strand atop his head and a small, frail figure that could be mistaken for a girl? That's my Chibi-chan~" I said a little too enthusiastically.

Their eyes lightened up with understanding.

"Ah! You're Miki-nee-chan!!" They glomped me upon realization. My body tensed for a second before relaxing as I returned their hug with equal affection.

So adorable..

I tried not to let their pink hair bother me.

They are children.. wonderful little children, I reminded myself.

"What's going on, Mitsuki? You know them? "Mahiru inquired.

I slowly turned to look at him.

"They're my babies~" I cooed proudly.

"Be serious please!"

"They're Yuri and Mari, twins. Very cute and polite. But I don't know why they're here.." I turned to the twins but my question was later answered when a male voice spoke.

"Ugh.. What a pain. I can't face this." Kuro murmured. "All of Love is behind this and then there's another troublesome guy."

I frowned, almost forgetting the fact that we barely escaped Tsubaki alive.

"Right. This is pretty troublesome. " Mahiru said, agreeing with Kuro's sentiment.

"Troublesome or not, you have no choice. I'll have you come with me. I won't accept any other answer than yes!" A boy with purple hair, purple eyes and purple clothes said, sitting imposingly in a chair that suddenly appeared out of nowhere.

"H-Hey! What's with that freaky chair?! And who are you?! " Mahiru inquired.

I froze and I suddenly felt all warm inside that I couldn't stop the grin from forming on my lips.

"Chibi-chan!! " I shouted as I walked towards him, boldly standing infront of him and from the look of sudden surprise on his face, he did not anticipate my reaction.

I studied his face for a while before pulling him into a hug.

"Ne.. Ne... Don't you remember me? " I asked as he almost had a heart attack.

"W-Who are you?! Release me at once! H-harassment!! Ahh! " I squealed again, hiding my face behind him as I wrapped my arms around his neck.

"That really hurts~ You don't remember me? Even though I've been sending you letters every week, you've never replied, not even once. Oh the hurt I'm feeling right now!" I pulled away, watching as he stared at me with mixed emotions, mostly irritation if the irk mark on his head was any indication.

"Are you crazy?! Who are you? And what letters?! A-And don't just hug people like that! " He stuttered with a blush but the statement had actually made me pause.

I ignored the small pang of pain that threatened to suffocate me.

I grinned and patted his head very softly almost as if I was unconsciously savoring the feeling.

I slowly pulled away from him which seemed to relieve him as he sighed, still fighting the blush that has now decorated his pale complexion.

He's all grown up now.. How nostalgic.

I backtracked towards Mahiru and held his shoulders.

"Mahiru. " I said in a serious tone.

"What?! W-What?! "Mahiru asked nervously as he saw my expression being completely calm and serious at the same time.

"Chibi-chan doesn't remember me. And with that, you'll have to deal with him. " I pushed him towards Mikkun's way, grinning and smirking.

"Again?! "

"Kuro, please take care of Mahiru for me.. " I patted his shoulder as he stared with a disturbed look as if wondering why he needed to do something so bothersome. "I trust you so don't fail me. Bye bye!! " I bid to them, taking off immediately.

"HEY WAIT! Mitsuki!" I heard Mahiru shout.

♧Inner Demon♧

"MITSUKI! HEY! DON'T JUST LEAVE LIKE THAT! She's leaving..! ARGHHH!!" Mahiru couldn't help but groan in frustration. "Why is it that Mitsuki has to disappear on a time like this? Geez. What's up with her lately? Sakuya's influence is really phenomenal. "

Mahiru really believes this because the only time that Mitsuki can be so agreeable is when Sakuya is present and the brunette chalked this to the weird relationship between the two.

He sighed and wearily shook his head.

"Come on, Kuro! Let's go after, Mitsuki. " He urged to the eldest servamp.

"Huh? That's too troublesome. She obviously needs time alone. She'll be fine.. " Kuro languidly replied with tired eyes.

Mahiru grew an irk mark. "You're just being lazy again, are you?! Come on! Get up! We need to see Mitsuki if she's okay! She wouldn't just run off like that!" The brunette began the tiresome job of dragging the bluenette by the ends of his jacket.

Said bluenette was obviously resisting as his nails practically reached for anything to grab on.

"So abusive..! I'm telling Mitsuki about this.. " Kuro declared in his monotone voice. "I'd rather eat ramen than deal with you.. "

"That's no excuse! Kuro! Just get up! "

Misono coughed. "You bastards! Don't ignore me! I'm still here and you'll be coming with me! "

"COME ON, KURO!! STAND UP! "

"Meow!!"

Misono was irritated as he began shouting at the Sloth pair. "Bastards! I said don't ignore me! Yuri! Mari! Get them! "

"Eh? EHHH?!!! WHAT'S THIS? "

"Meow!! HUH? "

"NO!! KURO!! AHHH!! "

"This 'Mitsuki' person was supposed to come too but the two of you takes priority."

♧Inner Demon♧

"Should I go? Or should I not go?" I asked myself for the 30th time. Not really knowing what to do, I grabbed a parchment and pen before writing once more.

Dear Mama,

I'm off to see Misono and maybe face a few troublesome people on the way since my best friend just happened to be involved in an incoming vampire war.

Please watch over me.

Yours,

M.A.

♧Inner Demon♧

"This is kidnapping! Seriously! You can't force us to go with you like this! Right, Kuro?! " Mahiru yelled, glancing at Kitty Kuro who merely purred at him.

"Eh....? .....Kuro? Kuro!!! " Mahiru whined, knowing that the feline enjoyed being petted like that. The twins were taking care of him while Mahiru was trying to reason with the Eve of Lust.

"Who do you think I am? I am the Eve of Lust, Misono Alicein. I'm taking you both with me for a purpose. Besides, who was that crazy guy from earlier?" Misono said in an annoyed voice. He didn't look amused.

Mahiru crossed his arms. "Mitsuki is not a guy! And definitely not crazy!" He paused for a second as if thinking something. " Wait... Mitsuki is crazy.. a little."

"That's what I stated earlier! " Misono replied in a loud voice. "Hold on.. Not a guy? Then.. He's a gay? "

"What?! NO!! Anyway! That's not the point! Mitsuki is my friend and you can't just badmouth her infront of me! Mitsuki is a she! She's female! Although she acts and looks like a boy, Mitsuki is definitely a girl! Right, Kuro?! "

"Meow~" Kuro replied, looking like he could care less about their small argument.

"Kitty! " The twins mused as they doted on the feline.

Misono narrowed his eyes. " A girl? Hah! Do you think of me as an idiot? I am not easily fooled by something like that! That person was obviously a guy! You need to get your eyes checked! "

"No! " Mahiru argued. "Mitsuki is a girl! I'm telling you this since I've known her for a long time! She's just tomboyish! "

"A tomboy? " Misono raised a brow. " I supposed that explains a lot. Still! That is no reason to hug someone you've just met! It's inappropriate! "

"Well.. Mitsuki is a bit touchy... " Mahiru explained before stopping. "Hold on! That's not what we should be talking about! Why are you taking me and Kuro?! What are you planning? Are you All of Love? And what's an Eve? "

Misono showed his displeased.

"You ask a lot of questions! " He said under gritted teeth. " And I already said this before! I'm the Eve of Lust, Alicein Misono. Bastards like you! Have no idea how to use their servamp properly! You confronted Tsubaki and you couldn't even land a single hit on him. "

"Wait.. You know Tsubaki too? " Mahiru asked, confused.

Misono looked away. " How unsightly."

"Eh--?"

Misono practically ignored him throughout the trip. Mahiru was obviously not pleased with this but he assumed that he would be able to receive answers after they reached their destination.

Once the car stopped, everyone got out to see this huge house. The Eve of Lust was stinking rich as Mahiru gaped at the mansion in awe.

"This is your house?! " He asked in disbelief, Kitty Kuro resting on his shoulder.

"Yes.. This is my house. "Misono dismissed as they began walking to get inside.

"Um.. " Mahiru followed him, walking towards the boy with unsure words. "I have a lot to ask you about vampires and.. "

"I'll answer them later. We'll talk once were in my room. " He craned his head towards the west. "My room is that building over there."

"Woah! That's amazing! Isn't the walk from your house supposed to be to the gate? Not that? " Mahiru waited for an answer so he glanced back, only to see the Eve of Lust panting out of breath.

"Eh? "Mahiru walked to him. "What's wrong? "

"Don't touch me! " Misono swatted his arms away, huffing and breathing heavily for air as if he ran through a marathon.

"Lily. My chair! " The gothic looking chair appeared once again.

"Huh?! "Mahiru exclaimed in disbelief.

"Ah. I'm exhausted. Wait a moment. " Misono stated, sitting comfortably on it.

"What?!!!! " Mahiru was no doubt confused. "There's that chair again! And you haven't even been standing for five minutes!! "

"It's because Mikkun has a weak body, Mahiru-kun~" Before Mahiru could react, a weight tackled him to the grass.

"Mahiru! " A voice cheered. The brunette knew that voice very well and definitely the owner of it.

He groaned, sitting up to see the heterochromatic girl latching on him. "Mitsuki! " He said, a bit startled. "Where were you?! And how did you get here?! "

Mitsuki pouted. "You didn't even ask if I was okay. Seriously! I'm hurt! I'm hurt! You wound me~" She said dramatically, clutching her chest in an offended manner.

Mahiru smacked her shoulder lightly. "I know for a fact that you're fine if you can make jokes like that! It's not funny, you know! Where were you? " He questioned in a stern voice.

She giggled. "Honestly.. You're the mother hen of the group and no one is going to steal that title so calm down~" She said, using gestures and patting the brunette.

"Ahh!! I give up! I'm going to ignore you now! " Mahiru yelled.

"How are you Kuro? Did you took care of Mahiru for me?" Mitsuki said, cooing at Kitty Kuro.

"It was nothing but I have to admit it was troublesome. This guys keeps chattering about you."

"What?! You're the one who's doing nothing at all! Don't act so calmly about our situation. This is serious here! "Mahiru said in disbelief. "And of course, I'd be talking about Mitsuki! Leaving so suddenly like that!"

"I'll make you some ramen later, Kuro! I owe you a lot! "

"This girl pisses me off..! " The brunette slumped his shoulders as he was ignored by the two who started a topic about ramen and videogames.

"Fufufu! Mahiru-kun has it rough!" His gaze snapped towards Misono when he heard a voice. He saw a black and pink butterfly perched on the boy's hair.

"Huh? What are you looking at? " Misono asked.

"That's--"

Misono gasped as he understood Mahiru's look. "Lily! I told you to quit landing on my hair! " He shouted, swatting his hands to get it away from him, irritation clearly shown in his face.

"Ah! A butterfly! " Mahiru said in awe until his face morphed into surprise, later towards disgust as if he was scarred for life.

Mitsuki also wanted blanched at the sight but she kept her feelings to herself.

"Pleasure to meet you! If you'd like, I'll go all out for you! "

Mahiru had to yell in surprise.

"Don't strip, pervert! " Misono shouted, throwing a book at the Servamp of Lust.

"I was thinking that first impressions are important! " Lily laughed, looking lightly at Misono.

"That wasn't really necessary but documentation is important. I'll have to set my feelings aside."

"Eh--?!" Mahiru looked at Mitsuki who was now taking pictures of the Lust pair's argument.

He dragged her by the back of her collar. "This is just too weird! And Mitsuki, don't just take other people's pictures!"

She grinned at him. "Ah~Mahiru, you're manhandling me. You should only be doing this to Kuro, you know?"

Kuro looked away, already fed up with the Mitsuki's antics.

"You really say weird things, you know?" Mahiru said with an embarassed expression.

"I know. And that's what makes me unique." She winked playfully at the two before pushing Mahiru towards Kuro.

"Hey! "

"Meow! "