Natsuki: Haa~ Thanks you guys for listening to me. I really needed it.
After telling the rest of the Higanbana girls about her dream and her worries Natsuki felt a bit more relaxed.
Miku: No problem Natsuki, happy to help. But seriously you need some rest.
And immediately after, her friends began to urge her to take a nap due to her not being able to sleep...
Chikao: You should go to the infirmary and take the rest of the day off.
Natsuki: That's a bit much, I can-
Shino: If you end up collapsing in the middle of class, Kaneki would be worried you know?
Natsuki: Sigh~ You're right, if I wake up after school could you guys tell Kaneki to walk me home? I want to talk to him privately.
Yuuka: Sure we can do that.
Sachi: Since I'm done eating, I'll walk you to the infirmary.
Natsuki: Thanks Sachi, c'mon let's go.
Sachi: Got it!
Natsuki and Sachi then got off their chairs and went off to the infirmary leaving Shino, Yuuka, Miku and Chikao behind.
Shino: This is so bad!
After the two departed the three of them started to panic while whispering.
Miku: Why did Onii-chan ordered them to tell her???
Yuuka: We're at a disadvantage! If Natsuki tries to search for herself we might be screwed!
While Chikao tried to calm them down.
Chikao: You three calm down, now is not the time to panic.
Yuuka: How can we not panic??? Kaneki gave Natsuki information that could screw us over!
Chikao: I know you all are worried, but instead of panicking and wasting time. Prepare yourselves faster so you could apologize to Kaneki!!!
Shino: Ahhh! Why did Kaneki do this???
As the girls were panicking they didn't noticed that they were being watched from afar.
By non other than the two Higanbana siblings, Kaneki and Kotori.
Kotori: Kaneki-chan I am unsure if what you done was a good idea.
Kaneki: I'll be honest same here, but they need a push.
Kotori: A push?
Kaneki: Correct. I know they have enough time to prepare themselves, but from what I've seen yesterday with Shino. She was very hesitant when we were alone in the mall.
Kotori: Really?
Kaneki: Mhmm. It seemed like she was thinking about doing things that would make us get closer and make her more comfortable around me which would lead to her gathering enough courage to apologize to me. But she was hesitant.
Kotori: I see. So you stirred this situation to make them more aggressive with their actions?
Kaneki: Yup. Although it may backfire I'm willing to accept the consequences.
Kotori: Good. By as for Natsuki?
Kaneki: I'll be walking home with her later, I'll deal with it.
Kotori: I'm surprised you're doing something so risky, Kaneki-chan. What will you do once Natsuki finds out without those three apologizing yet?
A hard question was asked by his sister, normally a question like that would have a difficult answer. But smiled and gave his answer.
Kaneki: Nothing.
Kotori was surprised by her brothers answer.
Kotori: What? What do you mean nothing? That doesn't sound like the wisest action.
Kaneki: Why? Because I trust Natsuki.
Kotori: ???
Kaneki: You've been watching us for who knows how long right? Well you should know how much Natsuki likes them.
Kotori: ...
Kaneki: Even though they've only know each other for a month, they are like as close as sisters. Sure she would feel betrayed, that I'm very sorry for but think about it.
Kotori: About what!
Kaneki: She had saw them interact with me many times, at school and at home. The times she watched them get closer to me and even stayed by my side when many were against me. She would figure out that they were trying to apologize to me and reconcile.
Kotori: I see. That does makes sense.
Kaneki: Plus her ability to see the color of someone's soul would help her see that they are being genuine. And with our contact Natsuki has enough time to talk to them and probably even give them more courage to confront me and apologize.
Kotori: I see, I see! You really thought this through Kaneki-chan! As expected of my little brother!
Kaneki: Thanks Onee-chan.
Stare~
Kaneki stared at his friends from afar before letting out a small sigh.
Kaneki: Sigh~ Well with the seeds set, we should do what we need to right?
Kotori: Yeah lunch is almost over, let's head back to our classroom.
Kaneki: I'll undo my clones then.
Hop!
The two then jumped off the tree they were hiding in and headed back to their classroom.
Many hours later~
Hours had passed and it was time for everyone to return home.
Sachi, Shino, Yuuka, Miku & Chikao: Safe travels you two.
Natsuki: Thanks, let's go Kaneki.
Kaneki: Let's go!
After saying their goodbye's Kaneki and Natsuki departed from school and headed to Natsuki's home.
Natsuki: Kaneki... Was the message you gave true?
After departing, Natsuki immediately asked Kaneki about his message.
And he had confirmed it.
Kaneki: Yup the message I asked Kaigon, Ryugon and Hegon to tell you was real.
Natsuki: Why didn't you tell me yourself?
Kaneki: I... Was very nervous and scared of what your reaction would be, I am so sorry for hiding it from you for so long.
Natsuki: Sigh~ Well that answers the question, I doubt you'll even tell me who they are yet.
Kaneki: Yeah I'm sorry about that Natsuki.
Natsuki: Seriously to think those girls were actually closer to us, sigh~ this is very frustrating.
Kaneki: I'm so sorry.
Natsuki: It's alright, I forgive you. But why tell me now Kaneki? I know we have a contract which makes you more honest but why tell me something like that?
Kaneki: That's because you'll probably see them soon anyways.
Natsuki: Really? There's no way right?
Kaneki: It's actually a higher possibility now than ever, they had been trying to get closer to me for a while now I assume to apologize and reconcile.
Natsuki: ... And you're going to accept them that easily?
Kaneki: Well yes they seem to be very genuine about it, but assuming you find them first you can confront them and I won't interact with them for 3 days.
Natsuki: Yeah that is true. Sigh~ I'm not sure about this Kaneki, these girls had hurt you. And where were they when you were being slandered? I can't forgive them.
Kaneki: You seem to still dislike them.
Natsuki: Can't help it.
Kaneki: Your opinion of them might change once you get to meet them.
Natsuki: I doubt it.
Kaneki: Know what? Let's change the subject, you are very stressed today and tired and since I'm the one responsible for it. I'll go treat you to anything you desire.
Natsuki's eyes lightened up after hearing this.
Natsuki: Well it is your fault, so I would like to go and eat some crepes.
Kaneki: Alright let's go get some crepes then.
Kaneki and Natsuki then headed to buy crepes before heading back to Natsuki's home.
40 Minutes later~
Natsuki: Hehe~ That was fun.
Kaneki and Natsuki arrived at her home and was now saying their goodbye's at the front gate..
Kaneki: Yeah. And again I'm so sorry for what I've put you through today.
Natsuki: It's alright. Besides since I'm going to be the one who confronts them I'll decide whether or not you should face them.
Kaneki: Okay I'm quite scared now.
Natsuki: Hehe~ well then I'll see you tomorrow Kaneki, can't wait for our trip.
Kaneki: Yeah same here. Remember at the train tracks near Mato High.
Natsuki: I will. See you tomorrow Kaneki.
Kaneki: Bye bye.
After saying their goodbye's Natsuki went back into her home and Kaneki left.
Kaneki's thoughts*
(Alright with that done I hope Shino, Yuuka and Miku act more aggressive although I wonder what they would do tomorrow since it is a good chance?)
As he was walking he started to imagine what they would do in their trip.
(Maybe they would give me tons of hugs?)
Hug~
"You like hugs, right Kaneki?"
He imagined them giving him hugs.
(Maybe play games too?)
"Cinco! It's your loss again Kaneki!"
Playing games.
(Maybe even try to feed me?)
"Here Onii-chan, say ahh~"
And even feeding him, very innocent thoughts indeed.
Kaneki: Well either way I hope they do their very best!
Ping!
Kaneki: Hmm? A text from Aiya Mama. "Hey Kaneki could you buy some chicken? I'm going to cook Oyakodon for dinner" well better get some chicken!
Crackling~!
Kaneki: Might as well have some fun while I'm at it!
Zoom!
After receiving a text to buy some chicken, Kaneki zoomed his way to buy it while having fun on the way.
Meanwhile~
Ryueki: DAMNIT!
Shatter!
Meanwhile Ryueki who was still in his room was frustrated, when Kaneki and Natsuki arrived at her front gate he had secretly looked at them and was imme frustrated seeing how close they are.
Glare~!
He then glared at a photo of natsuki.
Ryueki: Natsuki is mine... Mine alone...
Grip!
He grabbed it and started to do unspeakable things while staring at it.
(Author: Ew this guy is disgusting)