~Cora Kagura ~

Deuce clutched his already closed hist, “They shouldn't get to decide Yuu's future.” Jack growled beside him, “As much as we wish to, we can’t just act. He is a higher authority, and we could end up causing trouble for our school if we act rashly.” Sebek wore a larger scowl than those around him, “How dare that no good prince, Malleus is so angry that the skies have yet to clear a single light. He shall pay for such a horrendous act!” Ace cringed at Sebek’s yell, “We have bigger problems than the skies, if Yuu marries Prince Charm, we could never see her again.” Ace snapped, before pausing realizing he revealed his actual feelings on the matter. 

The group looked at Ace, who changed his face immediately, “Whatever, we need to hurry up and figure out what to do.” He said, trying to take the attention away from him. “Hmm....I have searched, and there is nothing this group could use as a way to get the Prefect Yuu back without causing our families to become enemies of the royal Kingston family.” Ortho said, looking sad, not liking the situation at all. “Oh and all the progress my brother made with her too…” Ortho said, feeling sad for his brother. “What?” Deuce asked, looking at the android boy confused. “Oh nothing, but that does give me an idea. Perhaps we could use the connections we have to object to the wedding.” Ortho said, his mind racing with details of the plan he was coming up with. 

“Wait your right, Sebek, Mallues is one of the most powerful mages in the world, I'm sure his word would be enough for them to cancel the wedding.” Epel said looking hopeful, “Hah if only, my liege had already explored this option, but the Headmage was very clear that they were to not interfere without letting him know first.” Sebek crossed his arms, clearly displeased with the Headmage’s orders. 

Ortho chuckled, gaining the group’s attention, “He did say that the housewardens need his permission before doing anything” Ortho wore a sinister look. Ace shared the smirk, “You’re right Ortho. After all we are just freshmen, who haven't been given any orders by the Headmage.” The others smirked along with Ace. “I believe I have an idea, but it would only work if we get more help.” Ortho said, looking between Jack and Sebek. “Hmm?” They both said, looking confused.

Jamil was tapping his finger against his leg, as he waited for Kalim’s return. He heard footsteps approaching, so he stood to see who it was. “Hey Jamil.” Deuce said, as he and Epel walked in the lounge. “Ah Deuce, Epel, what brings you both here?” Jamil asked, looking between the two. “We came to ask for your help.” The two then began to explain the situation to Jamil. 

“What!?” Jamil said in disbelief, “Yeah, and we were hoping you could lend us a hand, your snake charmer would come in very handy.” Jamil thought for a moment, before letting out a sigh. “Look I'll be honest, I would be more than willing to help with getting Yuu back, but if I get involved that means kalim gets involved, and that is something I can’t afford. So I am sorry, but I am going to have to decline.” Jamil said, looking remorseful, and a bit frustrated. 

Epel and Deuce let out a disappointed sigh, “We understand, thanks for hearing us out.” “Yeah and please don't say anything to the headmage.” Epel said, just clicking together that Jamil could rat out their operation. “I won't say a word, but that's as far as I am helping. I'm not covering for any of you.” Jamil hesitated for a moment, “But I do hope you all succeed.” Jamil wanted nothing more than to go and help yuu, but he did not have the power or the authority to do so. 

The two left, looking disappointed but decided to see if the others had luck.

Ortho and Ace walked into the lounge, being stylish, trying not to draw attention to themselves, but a two set of glowing eyes caught them. “Hello there.” Jade said, smiling at the two. The two jumped, looking over at the upperclassmen. “Ah Jade Leech.” Ortho said, calming down, but Ace kept looking around, knowing that the missing brother was near. “Heya Crabby.” Floyd said, suddenly wrapping his arm around him. “What you two doing here?” Floyd asked, looking between the two younger boys. The two decide to tell them about the situation, and the twins do not take it lightly. 

Loud crashes followed after the explanation, Ace hid behind Ortho as their upper classman began throwing everything he could get his hands on. Jade just stood there, watching his brother go on with his destruction. “BRING SHRIMPY BACK!” Floyd yelled as he flipped over a table. “This is quite the situation.” Jade said, no longer having a smile on his face. “Who would think the kind hearted prince would kidnap our poor defenseless Yuu.” Jade said, placing a hand on his chin. “Yeah, so we were hoping you can cause a distraction so we can go and rescue Yuu.” Ortho said, looking determined. 

“I want to go!” Floyd said, turning his attention back to the two first years. “I am sorry Floyd Leech, but you can not come with us.” Ortho said firmly. Floyd looked at Ortho with an angry look, “What, you telling me what to do Lil' Clione?” Floyd asked, grabbing his own shoulder in anger. “No, I am asking you to help us get Yuu back, you and Jade are the only ones who would be able to keep the staff busy as we leave to get the Prefect.” 

Jade thought for a moment, “Hmm, if we do this, you promise to hold your end of the deal and return Yuu to us?” Jade asked, looking directly at Ace. “Yes, we are sure that we can get Yuu back here.” Ace said, with a determined smirk on his face. 

The twins looked at each other, “Well, you in Jade?” Floyd asked with a smirk, “Are you Floyd?” The twins shared a laugh, sending an uncomfortable feeling through the two underclassmen. 

Trey and Cater were looking around for their two missing freshmen, “If Riddle finds hunting season missing…” Cater didn't have to finish his thought, Trey let out a tired sigh shaking his head. “If they wish to keep their heads they need to make it back before-” Trey stopped when the sound of footsteps came in, “Keep it down.” “You keep it down.” Two familiar voices argue back and forth, the two juniors share a look before smiling. “Deucey~ Acey~” Carter called out, walking over to the two boys, who froze in their spot. 

“Hey Cater.” Ace said, acting nonchalant, scratching the back of his head. Deuce didn't say anything, not trusting his voice to remain steady. He just nodded respectfully, trying to rush past them with Ace, but the upperclassmen stopped them, by grabbing their shoulders. “Now now, what's the rush?” Trey asked, wearing a terrifying smile. “Why don't you tell your dear worried upperclassmen, where you two have been, if you do, you might keep your head.” Cater winked at the two, wearing the same smile as Trey. Ace and Deuce shared a look, before deciding to come clean. 

“What!?” Trey and Cater exclaimed, “Yeah, so we are working on getting her back.” Deuce explained, looking at the two. “So, we would really appreciate it if you kept this on the down low.” Ace said, moving his hands in a down motion. Cater and Trey thought for a moment, “I don't think this is a good idea.” Trey said bluntly. “Wha-” Deuce said in shock, “Come on Deucey, your plan is to break into a flying castle, and bring Yuu home, who the prince has decided to be his wife.” Cater said, looking very disappointed in his freshman, at the lack of thought in the plan. “Listen, we want Yuu to come back as well, but it might be best to leave this to the headmage.” The three turned to Trey, giving him a dumbfounded look. 

“Yeah I heard as soon as I said it.” Trey said, embarrassed, fixing his glasses. “Exactly, so it's up to us.” Deuce said, standing proud. “But the point still stands, how are you planning to get into the palace?” Deuce froze, looking at Ace, who was just as lost as him. “This is Ortho’s plan, I'm sure he has something in mind.” The two upperclassmen were not convinced. 

But they knew better by now that when these two had a goal in mind, there was no stopping them. So, might as well see it through with them.

Jack walked in the outside lounge, seeming on edge, his teeth gritted together, his ears pointed back, and his tail’s fur standing up on edge. He paced back and forth, trying to wrap his head around the situation. 

His pacing caught a passing hyena’s attention. “Heya Jack.” Ruggie's sudden voice caused Jack to jump. “Ah Ruggie sir!” He said, standing up straight. “Whoa, you're jumpy today.” Ruggie smiles sharply, “Why is our poor fresh scared?” Jack immediately became defensive. “I’m not scared, I'm just…” Jack trailed off, his cheeks feeling warm. Ruggie looked at him, now really interested in what Jack was panicking about. “Come on Jack, spill.” Ruggie said, getting closer to Jack, who took a step back, feeling the pressure from his upperclassmen. Jack let out a defeated sigh, and decided to tell Ruggie. 

“.....” Ruggie’s eyes were wide, his mouth hanging open, and his ears laying back. “Ruggie?” Jack asked hesitantly. “You ok?” Jack tipped his head to the right, looking down at the hyena beastman. “I see…” Ruggie said, pulling out his phone, still talking but not looking up at Jack. “You know where Leona is?” Jack looked at him confused, not understanding why he was asking. “Uh, I think he's with the other housewardens, trying to decide what to do.” Ruggie hummed, but didn't give Jack any of his attention, eyes still locked on his phone.

“Jack....you and the other first years have a plan right?” Ruggie asked, with an intimidating smile. “Yes, but we will need the housewardens help.” Jack said, looking determined. “Oh, well be sure he helps.” Ruggie laughs, having a look in his eyes that Jack has never seen.  ‘Well at least I can count Ruggie on board.’

Idia was typing away on his computer, when there was a knock on his door, he jumped, but didn't say anything, continuing to type away. When there was another knock, Idia grew annoyed, “Who could that be?” Idia asked, quickly looking over his shoulder, before going back to his screens. “Idia, it’s me.” The familiar young robotic voice called thought the other side of the door. “Oh Ortho.” Idia turned in his chair, going to the door. “You don't have to knock you know.” Idia said, as he let his little brother into his room. 

“Last time I did, you yelled at me to knock before entering. Because you were looking at a picture of the pre-” “Ok, Ok, right, no need for the flashback.” Idia said, tips of his hair turning pink. Ortho laughed lightly at his older brother's shyness. “What are you working on?” Ortho asked, looking at the monsters. “Contacting a few people from Styx, seeing if we can send a Charon to the Kingston kingdom.” Idia said, as he giggled, “Hehe, I hope they can record the look on the prince's face, when we steal away his princess.”

Ortho thought for a moment, ‘That's not a bad idea, but I already got everyone pumped up and involved.’ Ortho thought to himself, watching his brother laugh maliciously. ‘That would be an excellent distraction, I was planning to send the Cerberus as a distraction, but this may be a better option.’ “Idia! Please hear me out.” Ortho said with a determined look, Idia turned around, giving Ortho his full attention.  

Epel and Deuce entered the Pomfiore lounge, looking around, not seeing any one. “Ok they must all be in their rooms, let's head to rooks-” “No need!” A voice called out behind the two, making them jump. They turned around to see the vice housewarden of Pompeiore. “Monsieur Pommette, Monsieur Spade, what are you both doing outside of your rooms?” Rook said, his eyes narrow, and his smile tight. “Rook, we can explain.” Epel said immediately scared of the upperclassmen. Deuce felt a chill go up his spine, as Rook stared at him down. “We are here to ask for your help!” Deuce immediately spat out. 

Rook listened to the explanation, growing invested as they told him what was happening. “Je n'en reviens pas! (I can’t believe it), Our dear Belle, taken away to be locked within a castle, against her will.” Rook moved his arms around dramatically, placing one on his forehead, and placing the other one over his heart. Epel and Deuce looked at each other, sharing an uncomfortable look. “What a tragic twist! Oh how heartfelt that you are risking so much to save our dear Belle.” Rook grabbed one hand from each of the boys. “You shall have my full support!” Rook explained with tears in the corner of his eyes. ‘Well, at least we got one of them on board.’ the two freshmen thought, as Rook began to ask them more about their rescue plan.

Sebek paced back and forth in front of Silver’s dorm room, trying to convince himself to knock on the door. ‘We don't need his help, I should go ask Lilia, but I don't want to waste his time with this small matter, but if that human does not return then Malleus will be sad.’ Sebek's thoughts were screaming at him. Before he could make a decision, the Silver door opened, but who opened it was not who he expected. 

“Ah Sebek, what a lovely surprise!” Lilia said, smiling friendly to his young pupil. “Ah Lilia~sama, sir!” Sebek stood up straight, “What brings you here?” Sebek asked, confused, “I came to show silver a new gaming conceal I bought, and hoped we could play together.” Lilia glanced at Silver who was sitting on his bed, beginning to drift off. “Silver!” Sebek yelled, Silver slowly steered, “Hmm…ah Sebek.” Silver said, opening his eyes fully. “Do you need help with something?” Silver asked, standing up. 

“Ack…..yes….” Sebek swallowed his pride in answering. Lilia's eyes widened in surprise, “Oh my, what do you need help with Sebek?” Lilia asked, tilting his head to the side. Sebek took a breath, before explaining what he knew. 

After Sebek's explanation, both father and son were on edge. “Hehe, I had thought prince charming to be a dapper young man, seems I judged him too quickly.” Lilia said, with a sinister smile. Silver stayed quiet, thinking to himself. “I shouldn't have left her shoe behind.” Silver said, with self depreciation in his tone. “She wouldn't have been found, had I simply grabbed it for her, instead of committing to the carriage.” Lilia turned to his young boy, patting him on the shoulder. “Silver, this isn't your fault, you did what was right, which was get Yuu to safety.” Lilia attempted to comfort his son, Sebek had the same plan, but a different approach. “This is not the time to wallow on past actions, as a subordinate of the great Malleus you are to remain dignified at all times! You must move forward, and atone for your mistakes!” Sebek scolded loudly, Lilia chuckled at Sebek, knowing that he was trying to motivate Silver in his own way. 

Silver straightened up, with a determined look on his face. “We need to get Yuu back.” Lilia nodded, “No argument there, but we need a plan.” Sebek stood proudly once more, “not to worry, Ortho Shroud has a plan in mind.” “Is that right?” An ominous voice spoke, making Sebek turn around, and the other two moved their focus. “Mallues~sama.” Mallues stood there, with a cunning smile, “Please inform me what this plan entails.”

Duke Sebastian got out of the carriage, an extra pep in his step. Yuu wore a scowl, she looked around, taking in the scene. She didn't get a proper look of the front of the castle when she had first arrived, guards mainly blocking the view on the night of the ball. The garden was beautiful, and the path was so clean that it made her question if there was a protection spell on it. 

“Ah please bring Prince Charm and King Kingston to the throne room, let them know that the hidden princess has been found.” Yuu heard Sebastian order a guard, ‘Ok, ok, the duke didn't listen to me, but maybe they will…no wait, they were the ones to send out the large search in the first place." Yuu scolded herself for having any sort of hope. 

Yuu’s eyes fell to the glass slipper that the duke was holding, which was set on a pillow. Yuu then gets an idea, she just needs to make sure it happened before the king and prince show up. ‘Lets see if this works.’ Yuu tapped on the glass, turning to the duke's eye. He paused, looking directly at yuu, “Ah of course, we are already at the castle, so I should let you out now.” Duke Sebastian moved his monocle away from his face, holding it by the extending string, tossing it down like a yo-yo. After a third roll down, the monocle flashed, making Yuu appear in front of the duke. “There, again I apologize for…” Duke Sebastian hinted, Yuu tried her best to keep her face steady, but couldn't help but let some of her emotion slip. “Can’t say I forgive you quite yet.” Yuu gritted her teeth. “Fair, completely fair.” The duke raised his hands to understand. “This way please.” 

Duke Sebastian led her down the hall, she followed behind him silently, eyeing the glass slipper. ‘Cant believe I'm taking Floyd's advice, on destroying evidence.’ Yuu sighed in her head, thinking how proud the eel would be. That was her final thought, before entering the throne room, she looked around in awe, “Whoa.” She breathed out, looking at all the space in the room, everything was sparkling clean. “This room's bigger than my dorm!” She could stop herself from saying her thoughts in shock. The duke chuckled at Yuu's reaction. “Please take it in, this will be the room where most meetings will take place.” And that completely doused your awe. ‘Right, alright, let's see.’ Yuu looked at the ground, admiring the carpet. ‘This should work.’ 

The duke was so caught up in his own mini celebration, that Yuu attempted to start making small lumps in the rug, but it felt as if it were glued to the ground. ‘Aw come on, ok new plan.’ Yuu looked around, but nothing seemed movable. She was beginning to become frustrated, her eyes scanning the place when she finally noticed a walking stick resting against a wall. ‘Well…better than nothing.’ She thought as she slowly made her way over to it, pausing when duke Sebastian would give her a glance, acting as if she was taking in the design of the room. 

Once she got to the pillar, she needed to find a way to get the duke to trip, Yuu thought for a moment, before taking a shot at the first thing that came to mind. “Excuse me duke Sebastian.” The man turned to her with a friendly smile, “Yes my lady?” Yuu gave him a cheery fake smile, “What is this over here?” She asked, pointing to behind the pillar. 

Duke Sebastian walked over, looking what she was pointing at, not noticing the chain sticking out a bit, making him trip. “Ah!” He exclaimed as he fell, he tried to catch the flying slipper, but it was too late it had already hit the ground. “No!” The Duke immediately started picking up the glass shards, “Be careful.” Yuu said cautiously, moving the cane out of sight once more. “You’ll cut yourself.” She walked over to the duke, but paused when she saw him in tears. “I'm done for, without this, we have no true proof the that your the missing maiden.” He cried, while Yuu cheered in her head. “Oh my…well, guess I should head back to school.” Yuu said, turning around to make her break the door. “I’ll let the coach men know there has been a mistake, and I should be returning-” Yuu was cut off when the two large doors pushed open, making her step back in order not to be hit by them. 

As the doors opened, two guards announced the two figures walking in. “Your royal highness, King Kingston and Prince Charm!” Yuu froze, ‘Oh no.’ She had been too late, they had already arrived.  

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Lilia continued to process, before landing on pink. He paused before smiling wide. "Ah perfect, this is super cute!" Lilia said, his damp mood completely gone. "Ah I must show Silver, I'm sure he'll agree." Lilia couldn't wait to see his 3 year old reaction.

Lilia left to the living room, where he had left Silver with a few books to keep him distracted. "Silver~" Lilia called out, getting the sleepy boy's attention. He looked over to where the voice was coming from before pausing. "What do you think?" Lilia asked, playing with his hair.

Silver didn't say anything, but his eyes became teary. Silver then let out a small whimper cry, Lilia smile disappeared, replaced with a comer look. "What's the matter?" Lilia took a step to him, but that caused Silver to stand up and get far away from him. "Papa?" Silver called, looking around, searching for his father, who happened to be right in front of him.

"Silver it's me." Lilia said, trying to sooth the crying boy. Silver didn't say anything, but didn't take his eyes off the man in front of him.

As if by some miracle, the front door received a knock. Lilia called out, "Come in Malleus." The fae prince entered the small house, "Greetings Lilia, Silver.....why is Silver crying?" Mallues asked looking at Silver, before Lilia could answer, Silver did a stumble run to Mallues.

Silver hid behind Mallues leg, clutching his pant leg, silently begging for help. Mallues looked at Lilia before noticing the change in his appearance. "Oh..." Mallues eyes widened, seeing the new hair style. "What a charming look you have acquired Lilia."

Lilia smiled, "Thank you Malleus, I wanted a new look. But it seems it came at a cost, my own child doesn't seem to recognize me." Lilia said, trying to peek at Silver behind Mallues leg. Mallues thought for a moment, before looking over at Silver. "Silver, fear not, this is your father." Silver looked up at Mallues, looking confused by his words.

"Silver." Lilia called again, kneeling down to be at Silver level. Silver peeked at him again, he looked at Lilia, really taking in a look at his face. "Papa..." Silver muttered out quietly. Silver slowly walked to Lilia, as he started to recognize him. "It's me Silver, your papa." Silver eyes then brighten, fully realizing who it was. "Papa!" Silver said, running to Lilia hugging him as if he had left for a week. "Haha I'm here." Mallues smiled watching the two.

After that incident Lilia made Silver come with him if he did anything different with his hair, no matter how much Silver assured him that he would recognize him.

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So I watched the last episode of the amazing digital circus, so sad its over....

and i thought of something after the episode.

when pomni hugs jax's in his abstract form, and sees into his head, i thought about how that would work in a situation with yuu.

after being defeated, Yuu hugs them or grabs them or something, and they get trapped in the blot with them, and talk them out of it.

I've seen many others write in their fanfics about yuu seeing the overblots boys past as they are reliving through it.

“I'll give you some more time.” Yuu said, her last desperate attempt to leave, “Hang on, I had a question about the menu.” The customer said, reaching for her arm once again, when he was stopped when some whipped cream hit his face, gaining the customers who were sitting close by attention. “What the!?” The man said, whipping his face, trying to clean the cream. 

Yuu had to seal her lips shut trying not to laugh, she looked over and saw the two small chimpmusks holding up the whip cream spray can. “Chip!” They say, before laughing. Yuu looked at them with a confused smile, still trying not to laugh. “Heya.” Cater said, skatting up to the table with his charming smile. “Sorry about that sir, seems our cute little chippies got too excited with the whip cream. “Why don't you control your-” Cater stopped him, “Whoa whoa, sir we apologize that you didn't see the humor in their little joke, how about we get you our special treat as an apology, customized made by our two little cuties.” He said, as the chipmunks handed the whipped cream to Yuu. 

She took that as her cue to walk away, she quickly took off to the kitchen. As Cater talked to the insistent customer. “What kind of place is this!? Letting rodents run around.” The man said, which was not the smart thing to say out loud, in a place dedicated to chipmunk lovers. Very quickly other customers came and started yelling at the man, defending the small chipmunks who were wearing pouting faces. 

The man was asked to leave, taking a bag of popcorn with him. Once he was gone, Cater went to the kitchen to see Yuu stacking shelves. “Yuu.” Cater called out, getting her attention, “Yes?” she said, looking to her boyfriend who waves her over to the back door. She followed him outside, closing the door, knowing the three can handle things for a few minutes. 

Once they stepped outside, Cater dropped his smile, his expression becoming a very worried one. “Are you ok?” He asked, looking in her eyes. “Ah yeah, that guy was just being pushy, it didn't get bad until he tried to touch me.” Cater frowned his brows, before placing a gentle hand on Yuu's face, who leaned into the gentle touch. “I'm sorry, I should have stepped in sooner.” Yuu shook her head lightly, “Not your fault, that guy just doesn't understand boundaries.” But Yuu then started laughing lightly, “Although the look on his face when he got his with the cream was pretty funny.” Cater laughed with her, “Yeah I wish I recorded it. #deserved.” Cater and Yuu shared a laugh, feeling the mood lighten. 

After the shift came to an end, Cater took a picture of him and yuu with the chimpies, Cater posting it to his private story. “#Don’tHitOnTheStaff.

Azul

Azul was at the counter, sorting out the money. When Yuu came up behind him, leaving the kitchen. Carrying a plate of drinks, they shared a quick smile before continuing their business. Azul knows better than anyone that he needs to act professional in the work environment, no matter his personal relation. Although, that was about to be truly tested. 

Yuu came back to the counter, cleaning it off, before a man came up to her with a confident smirk. “Hey.” Yuu gave her customer a smile, “Hi sir, how can I help you?” The man leaned against the counter, trying to act smooth, key word trying. “There’s something wrong with my bill.” Yuu looked at him confused, before taking the bill from his hand. She looked over it, she didn't see anything out of place, and she knew Azul would not make a mistake when it came to someone's payment. “I'm sorry, I'm not seeing what's wrong here?" Yuu looked up at the man for answers. “Well you see, it doesn't have your number on it.” He winked at her, that made her lightly cringe inside. She gave him an awkward laugh, “Well if you want you can just hop onto the Crisp ‘n’ Dips site on magicam if you have any concerns or questions.” Yuu said, trying to subtly put the guy down so she wouldn't embarrass him. But the guy continued to push for her number. 

Azul was playing the money away, making sure everything was in order, when the chipmunks came running over to him, jumping up and down in a panic. “Huh what is it?” He asked, looking between the two, as they chipped at him. But they were speaking too fast for him to properly translate. “Please slow down.” Azul asked, looking between the two. The two paused, before pointing their small paws over to their right. Azul looked over to which is his left, and saw what they were trying to point out to him. 

Yuu was clearly forcing a smile, as the guy leaned more against the counter trying to get closer to her. “Come on, how about just your magic cam?” The guy asked, holding his phone up. “As I said before, the Crisp ‘n’ Dips has a magician account if you're interested.” Yuu felt her brows twitch, getting tired of repeating herself. 

The man then grabbed her note pad that was laying on the table, quickly scrambling down some numbers on it. “Here, just take my number.” Yuu noticed that a few eyes were on her now, ‘Ugh come on, we were just making progress in the diner's image.’ She thought to herself. ‘Ok handle this calmly.’ She took a breath to steady her voice, “Sir, is there anything else you would like today, our popcorn is an excellent sweet treat.” Yuu said, motioning to the popcorn bags on display. “I’ll get some if you take my number.” The man said, not backing down. 

Before Yuu could respond again, a few bits of popcorn were thrown at the man's face. Catching both of them by surprise, Yuu looked over to see the chipmunk smirking, as they were holding up some more popcorn, aiming at the man before throwing some again. “Ay what the-” The sound of hands clapping caught the man's attention. 

“Ah apologies, seems our friends here were eager to have you try the popcorn they made.” Azul said, walking in front of Yuu, blocking the man's view of him, in a casual manner. “Perhaps you should take their suggestion, as we have mentioned, our popcorn is a popular item.” Azul said, with his casual business demeanor. Yuu took this chance to sneak away, to the storage pantry to hide for a bit. As Azul continued to keep the man's attention on him. 

After closing down the diner, Azul was going through the money in the cash register, when Yuu came up to him. “Hey.” She said, when he had finished counting the thumarks in his hand. “Hi.” Azul said, giving Yuu his full attention. “Thank you for the help earlier.” Yuu said, giving him a grateful smile. Azul returned the smile, “Please, it was no trouble.”But Yuu could see that he wanted to say something else. “The rest of the guys are outside right now, cleaning up the popcorn.” Yuu mentioned, which made Azul take a quick glance outside, seeing that she was right. They were out there with brooms, but seemed to be talking amongst themselves, not paying them any mind inside. 

Azul took a breath, before speaking his face seriously. “Are you ok?” He asked, his voice sensed. Yuu smile turned warm, “Yes I am, thanks to you.” Yuu then had a teasing look, “Who knew you were such a hero.” Azul cheeks lightly blushed, “Well, I wouldn't want anyone else coming to my dear pearl rescue.” Azul lightly touched her face, picking up her chin a bit. “I also made sure that man was properly escorted out of the diner, after he was made aware of our policy.” Yuu looked at him confused, to which Azul answered. “Don’t hit on the staff.” 

Lilia

Lilia was cleaning off a table, as Yuu passed by him carrying a tray of food. They shared a quick smile, before going back to their task. 

Lilia was looking around, seeing everyone enjoying themselves. “Heheh it's good to see young folks having a wonderful time.” Lilia looked around, looking for Yuu, but he couldn't find her within the restaurant. “Hmm?” he thought, wondering where she could be, when he felt a little tug at his pants. 

Lilia looked and his smile returned, “Hello, how can I help you two?” They started jumping, pointing to the front. “Uh…Oh you want to take me outside?” Lilia asked, the chipmunks nodded their heads, jumping onto his shoulders. “Alright, let's see what you have to show me.” Lilia said, before stopping by Cater letting him know he was stepping out for a moment with the chipmunks. 

When Lilia walked outside, he saw the small popcorn stand that they had out front. “Huh?” Lilia said, as he looked over and saw three men standing at the small booth table. He then sees Yuu who was looking uncomfortable, trying to keep her distance. “Come on cutie, hanging out with us would beat working.” One of the men said, Yuu's smile was tight, scared of what they would do if she acted how she wanted. 

Before she could say anything, the men were hit with a pile of acorns, “What the!” They all yelled, grabbing their heads, “Oh my…” A sudden voice spoke, as Lilia appeared behind the three men, making them jump. “Sorry about that, our dear chipmunks like to share what they found, but they tend to get too excited.” Lilia said, his eyes narrowed, his smile tight. “Who are you?” One of the men asked, irritated by getting hit in the head with a pile of acorns. “Hello, I work here, is there something I can help you all with?” Lilia asked, acting oblivious to the group's pain. 

Yuu took this chance to sneak away, she knew she couldn't go through the front door, since the bell would get their attention again. So she went near the tree lines, and went around the back of the diner. 

The men turned back around, but it was too late, Yuu was gone. “Hey where did she?” They looked around, and this is when Lilia's smile dropped. “Is something wrong?” His sudden coldness sent a shiver up their spines, “Uh no, we were just leaving.” They took off, not liking the energy like it was giving off. 

Yuu peeked around the corner, seeing that the booth was clear and empty. She let out a breath of relief, she went to turn to go through the back door, but jumped back when she found Lilia standing an inch away from her. She was going to trip backwards, but was caught by Lilia who pulled her close to him, their faces an inch away from each other. “Now now, please be careful my love, we wouldn't want you getting hurt.” Lilia light touched her cheek before bopping her nose. Yuu laughed, moving a bit away from her boyfriend, “Thanks for the save.” Lilia smiled, “Of course, I would never let you fall.” Yuu gave him a look that read ‘You know what I mean’ which he laughed at. 

“Are you ok?” Lilia asked after a moment of silence. “Yeah, thanks to you. They were just being really pushy.” Yuu said, thinking back how they didn't try to touch her or anything, but they just wouldn't leave. “Hey, how about after our shift I treat you to a tasty meal, handcrafted myself.” Lilia said, smiling wide, which whipped the smile off of Yuu's face. “Ah no…how about we just eat the popcorn that's left over from today, and watch the movie you’ve been talking about.” Yuu said, praying he takes her suggestion. “Ooh that sounds more fun!” Yuu let out a quiet dough of relief. 

“Hey how about you head in first, I need to do something real quick.” Yuu looked at him questionably, but decided to do as he suggested. “Ok, see you in a minute.” Yuu walked back into the diner, Lilia watched her fondly, before waving his hand. Two wooden pieces appeared before him, “Hmm. Let's see…” 

Lilia headed back into the diner once he walked away from the freshly painted sign. That declared, ‘Don’t hit on the Staff.’ Which was later taken down when one of the others saw it.

Idia

Idia was focusing on cooking, not wanting to be in the front dealing with customers. “Flip, cook, place cheese.” He muttered out loud, doing the action as he said it, to keep his rhythm. He was so in the zone, that he didn't hear the footsteps coming behind him. “Uh Idia.” Yuu called out, lightly tapping his shoulder. “I was cooking, I swear!!” Idia said, standing up straight. “Idia it’s me.” Yuu said, holding her hands up in defense. Idia looked over his shoulders and relaxed. “Oh Yuu…sorry it thought you might've been Cater.” Idia let out a sigh, “He keeps coming to check on me, and every time is like getting hit with an extrovert beam.” Yuu chuckled at her boyfriend's words, “Well he was actually going to check on you, but I told him I would do it.” Idia felt his chest tighten. “You're a goddess.” Idia whispered dramatically. 

“Sorry to interrupt you while you’re locked in.” Yuu said, watching as her boyfriend continued to cook. “It's ok. I don't mind if it's you.” He muttered, not quite realizing he said the last part out loud. Yuu decided not to comment on it, wanting to save her boyfriend some embarrassment, since he was already so outside his comfort zone. “Ok, well if you're good, I'm gonna head back out there, wish me luck.” Yuu said, giving a soft playful wave as she left. “Good luck.” Idia muttered looking at his girlfriend as she left the kitchen. 

It was near the end of the day, Idia was in the middle of the dinner rush, feeling exhausted. “Flip, place, serve.” he muttered, as he looked over the tickets. “What's next….” He came to stop when he suddenly left extra weight up upon his back. “Ah, I'm under attack!” he said, standing up stiff, he tried to look over his shoulder but couldn't see what was on his back. But then he heard some familiar high pitched laughs. “Wait Floofs?” Idia said in surprise, as the chipmunks jumped off his back, onto the counter. “Uh…..how can I help you?” Idia asked, not really knowing what to say. “Chip chip!” They said together in a panic. “Uhh ok, I understood help, and you were trying to say someone's name…” Idia said, trying to decipher the chipmunks words. “If someone needs help, it would be better to get Cater…” Idia was cut off when the chipmunks' faces turned stern. “I c-can’t leave even if I wanted, I have to cook-” "What's going on?” Cater asked, walking into the kitchen seeing Idia with a panicked face and two little chipmunks staring at him hard. 

The chimps immediately began talking to Cater who couldn't understand what they were trying to say, but got the feeling of what they were trying to get across. "Go with the little chimpies. I’ll handle cooking for now.” Cater said, turning his attention to Idia. Upon cater words the chipmunks became thrilled while Idia looked devastated, “I-...ok, I’ll leave the safe zone for a minute." Idia said in defeat. 

Idia followed the chipmunks, and they led him to a small booth that was in the corner. “Huh?” He said, seeing that Yuu was standing there awkwardly, “Come on sweets, I’m sure you can make us something off the menu.” One of the men at the end of the booth said as he tapped his finger against the table. 

“As I said before sir, we don't do off the menu items, if you want I can recommend some of our menu items.” Yuu said, sounding tired, and defeated. Like she was stuck in a never ending loop. Idia looked between her and the customers, and saw that the 4 customers were not backing down. ‘Oh no, Yuu in one of those scenes where the heroine gets hit on by some creeps…wait does that mean I need to be the brave ML who gets her away from it.’ Idia started to panic, trying to figure out what to do. The chipmunks looked at him, expecting him to act. 

They were disappointed when they saw that Idia was standing stiff. He kept looking between Yuu and the group, trying to figure out a way to get them both out of there without any trouble. The chipmunks talked to each other before nodding, getting an idea. They climbed onto a table which held a milkshake, which the customer wasn't paying any attention to. They picked it up, before holding it as they climbed the wall, hovering the milkshake over the group. 

Idia saw them, and smirked when he figured out very quickly what they were doing. He also saw the opportunity this would give him. He watched at the two aimed, before pouring the milk shake down, having it land upon the group and the booth. “Wha!” The group yelled, getting blinded by the mess covering their faces. Idia grabbed Yuu arm, pulling her as they quickly made their way back to the kitchen. 

Idia was breathing hard, "And safe.” He said once he caught his breath. “Uh, thanks.” Yuu rubbed her arm in comfort, “For the save.” Idia blushed a bit, “Ah it was no problem, they were just annoying NPCs who couldn't take a hint.” Idia then chuckled, “LMFAO, that was a good way to skip dialogue.” Yuu laughed with him, “Oh if only.” They both laughed, liking that the mood was shifting light. “Anyway, I'll let Cater know about what was just happening, I'll try to see if I can do a different table, or work on the storage back here.” Yuu said, about to leave but paused, she looked over her shoulder and saw that Idia back was to her, getting set up for the next order. 

Yuu acted on impulse, and moved to him, before placing a kiss on his cheek, causing him to stiffen up, and his hair to flickering pink. “Ah!” “Sneak attack!” Yuu said, playfully, before leaving the kitchen. 

Idia grabbed his chest, “Her cute meter is off the charts.” His face was fully red, “You guys are such a cute couple! #RelationshipGoals” Cater said, coming from the pantry. Idia shrieked, accidentally throwing his spatula in the air. “Wh-wh-wh-wh-” Idia stuttered, Cater just laughed. “Don't worry, I won't say anything, but you should both totally post on magiccam, you'd get a lot of likes.” Idia just wanted to crawl into his bed, and never come out. 

A little later, Yuu was working in the back, unpacking a few items that needed to be restocked. Idia went to the front to drop off a plate, when he saw a check on the table, next to Azul who was calculating. Idia saw which table the check was going to go to, swiftly Idia wrote something on the back of it, before walking away, hoping Azul wouldn't notice. 

Deuce and Epel looked at each other, with a frightful expression, not knowing what to do. “YOU GAVE ME A BROKEN STACK OF WOOD TO LIVE IN, A BUNCH OF DEAD ROOMMATES, WHO ARE MUCH MORE CARING THAN YOU, WHILE YOU JUST SAY ‘OH WELL’ WHEN I ALMOST GOT KILLED! MULTIPLE TIMES!”

“AND WHEN I SAY NO TO THINGS, YOU USE THAT BROKEN SACK OF WOOD I CALL A HOME AS BLACK MAIL!!!!!” She took another quick breath, “DO YOU HAVE ANY IDEA HOW MUCH MONEY I HAVE!? NONE! BECAUSE YOU FORGET TO PAY US YOU @#$#%$ @##%$$% #$$%%^ #$%&!!! DO YOU EVEN REALIZE HOW MUCH GRIM EATS!!!” “

“OH and THAT PHONE YOU ‘GRACIOUSLY’ GAVE US, DOESN'T WORK FOR S#%%!!!” Yuu's face was turning red. “I CALLED FOR HELP WHILE I WAS BEING KIDNAPPED, AND YOU DIDN'T ANSWER A SINGLE PHONE CALL!!! GOING TO SEARCH FOR A WAY HOME MY A##!” “DO YOU KNOW HOW MUCH I HAVE HAD TO DEAL WITH BEING THE ONLY GIRL ON CAMPAUS!! NOT TO MENTION, WHATEVER GRIM DOES I HAVE NO CONTROL OF, I LOVE HIM BUT I SWEAR BY THE SEVEN, MAKE HIM ALONE TAKE THE RESPONSIBILITY WHEN HE DOES SOMETHING WRONG!” She took another breath. 

“I AM SO F######ING CLOSE TO LETTING THE NEXT OVERBLOT DESTROY THE SCHOOL! IF YOU PUSH THE RESPONSIBILITY TO ME ONE MORE TIME!” “ALSO I AM GIVING EVERYONE FREE THERAPY BECAUSE I DON'T WANT TO THEM TO OVERBOLT AGAIN, AND WHEN I ASKED YOU TO GET THEM A PROFESSIONAL, YOU SPOUTED SOME NONSENSE ABOUT HOW IT WOULD LEAD TO YOU LOOKING LIKE AN IRRESPONSIBLE HEADMAGE!” 

“HA HEADMAGE, MORE LIKE A MAJOR F###ING HEADACHE! GET OFF YOUR LAZY ### AND FIND ME A WAY HOME YOU BIRDF##%%%” Yuu let out her long breath, her face turning back to the stoic expression. “.....I feel better…” She turned to the boys who had their jaws dropped, eyes wide, and hands trembling. “What?” She asked, looking between the two. 

“I-I-I” Epel stuttered, not knowing what to say, deuce face was pale, not noticing that he was holding his breath due to the fear Yuu just placed in him. “Oh my sevens….” 

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Once the three returned to school, after the fight at the beach, and the scolding from Vil. Rook noticed that Deuce and Epel kept glancing at Yuu, as if they were paranoid that she was going to do something. “What is wrong?” Rook asked with concern. “Nothing!” The boys immediately say, Yuu looked at the two with her usual blank stare. “We just learned something very important.” Deuce said, avoiding eye contact with Yuu. 

The group looked at them confused, then looked at Yuu for an answer, but she just shrugged, not knowing why they were so on edge.

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“What are we waiting for!” Yuu's face palmed, “Grim.” Her and the ghost said at the same time, causing Grim to cringe, knowing he was in trouble. Yuu at Crowley who was baffled, not saying anything. ‘Helpful as always.’ Yuu thought sarcastically, mentally rolling her eyes. “Um excuse me, Mr.Sebastian, but I am going to have to-” “Now wait a moment!” Crowley said, interrupting Yuu, finally regaining his composure. “This should be discussed, and a thought through decision, given it involves one of our precious students.” Sebastian looked at him, waiting for him to continue. 

“Excuse me, would you mind holding on a moment, I need to get my other head staff members here.” Crowley said, clapping his hands together “”Of course.” Sebastian said with a tight smile. “Wonderful, I shall be back as quick as I can.” Crowley said, before teleporting away. 

Once Crowley was gone, Sebastian looked at Yuu. “Pardon me, miss Yuu, but would you mind if we had a small chat alone?” Sebastian asked, his eyes flickering to the ghost and grim. Said group looked at each other, before looking at Yuu seeing what she thought. “For a quick moment, I would like them in the kitchen in case I need them.” Yuu said, after giving it some thought. “Are you sure Yuu?” one of the ghosts was concerned, Yuu nodded to them, giving them a reassuring smile. “I'll be fine, I'll call for you all.” Grim looked unconvinced, but decided to do as Yuu asked. “Hmm alright, hey human, you better not try anything!” Grim said, sending a glare before leaving the room with the ghost. 

Once they were gone, Yuu turned her attention back to the duke in front of her. “So what did you wish to talk about?” Sebastian placed his hands together. “Yes, you see, as I said I am here to find the young lady who fits this slipper, and to take her back to Kingston castle.” Yuu nodded, showing that she understood what he was saying. “So, I am asking you, please let me escort you to Kingston Castle, so you and the prince can be together.” Yuu froze for a moment, seeing the desperate look in the man's eyes. She smiled awkwardly at him, not wanting to do this to him, but finding it best to be honest. “Um…no thank you.” She said, watching him closely. 

Sebastian sat there, a smile still on his face, but no longer blinking. “I'm sorry, can you please repeat that.” Sebastian asked, hoping he was just misunderstanding her. “I am sorry, but I will not be going to Kingston castle.” Yuu held up her hands, “Now I have nothing against the prince, but I was not aware he was the prince when I first met him, and while I did enjoy my time with him. I do not see him in that sort of light.” Yuu said, thinking carefully about what she said, not wanting to insult the prince or the Kingston kingdom in any way. “So if you can just tell the prince my answer, or I can write a short letter for you to deliver if that’s easier for you.” Yuu asked, not wanting to put Sebastian on the spot. 

Yuu watched the man in front of her closely, his smile dropped and his eyes widened. “Please, at least take some more time to consider, you would become the princess and future queen of the Kingston family.” the Duke said, looking panicked. “I'm sorry, but I'm sticking to my decision, besides” Yuu looked around, and saw the photo she had hanging of her and the first years, one of the rare photos she was in. “I don't know how much longer I will be here, I want to spend it with those I've grown close with.” Yuu smiled sadly, thinking about her own world, knowing that she didn't truly belong to this one, no matter how much she hopped to be. 

Sebastian closed his fist, as sweat ran down his forehead, ‘I have never once failed, this is the only girl the prince has ever taken an interest in, I can't let her slip away, what will the king say, no what will the king do?!’ The duke's thoughts began to become more stressful. His thoughts then began to yell at him to take action, so he acted on impulsive. Not second thinking his actions. 

“My lady Yuu, I understand, and I apologize for taking up your time.” Sebastian said, holding his hand out as he stood up, Yuu stood with him. “Ah it’s no problem, I really didn’t expect for the prince to take an interest in me, but I’m sure he’ll find another-” Yuu went to shake his hand but stopped when the monocle he was wearing started to shine, “Hey wh-” Yuu went to pull away but it was too late, he had already muttered his unique magic. 

In a flash, Yuu was gone, nowhere to be seen, well at least from others point of view, while Sebastian's right eye had a clear shot of her in his monocle. “Once again I apologize to my lady, but I can not fail, I promise, I shall serve you faithfully throughout the rest of your years.” Sebastian said, unable to hear Yuu as she banned her small fist against the glass, causing no damage to be done. Sebastian walked out of ramshackle, heading back to the carriage he arrived in. 

In ramshackle's kitchen, Grim’s tail swung side to side in irritation, as he grew more impatient. “Gha that's it, I’m tired of waiting!” Grim yelled before rushing to the lounge, “Wait Grim!” The ghost called, following after them. 

As soon as they entered the lounge, they all froze, seeing it completely empty. “Yuu?” Grim called out looking around, when he didn't get an answer he called out again louder. “Yuu!?” Grim immediately started running around, looking for any sign of Yuu, the ghost did as well, checking all the room, and outside of ramshackle. 

They all met back in the lounge, "I couldn't find her!” Grim said, looking sad. “We didn't see her either, “That stupid looking human took her!” Grim said, getting angry. However, he couldn't continue his rant, when a knock came from the front door. Grim immediately perked up, running on all four paws to the door, to see if it was Yuu. Grim swung it open, “Yuu?” He asked, but became disappointed when seeing that it was the professors. “Yuu’s been taken!” Grim said immediately, not letting them get out a word. “What!?” They all said, with a  panic. 

The professors were now inside ramshackle, talking in the lounge, as grim and the ghost explained what happened after Crowley left. “So duke Sebastian has taken the Prefect.” Crowley said, placing a hand on his chi as he thought. Crewel clenched his teeth, “Why did you leave her alone! You could have simply messaged us, or better yet taken Yuu and Grim with you.” Crewel barked at Crowley, who raised his hands in defense. “I did not sense anything suspicious about the duke, he was very polite, and even acknowledged how well I was running the school.” That received a disapproving look from Trein, “So Duke Sebastian charmed you into leaving the perfect in his hands.” “Of course not, he was just being honest on how wonderfully I was running the school.” Crowley said, acting offended. 

The professors decided to ignore the headmage, “Alright, so he must have taken her to King Kingston's castle, and knowing Yuu, she would not have left without letting someone know, especially if she didn't take Grim with her.” Grim threw his par in the air, “Yeah my hench human would never leave without me! So she must have been taken!” Trein looked over at Vargas, 

“Vargas, assemble the housewardens, and have them meet in the headmage office. As much as I don't want to involve more students in this, we are going to need some extra hands.” Vargas nodded, “Haha of course, I shall gather them quickly, after all I am not only strong but fast!” carriages booted, before leaving in a sprint. “Wait at my office?” Crowley asked, as the two other professors, along with Grim, made their way to his office.

All the housewardens stood in the office, except Idia who was attending from his tablet, the situation having just been explained to them. “Yuu was kidnapped?!” They all yelled, looking panicked. “Yes, our dear prefect is most likely being taken to Kingston Castle." Crowley said, looking more tired than sad of the situation. “How could you let this happen?” Riddle asked, his face becoming red, lighting struck outside of the window, “Yes I am also curious on how you could let child of man be taken.” Mallues asked, his eyes piercing the Headmage. “Now, now, it was not my fault.” Crowley said to his defense. Vil placed a hand on his hip, “Not your fault? You left Yuu, who is magicless alone, with a noble with high authority, who has been given instructions to bring her back with him, how is it not your fault?” Crowley tensed at Vil’s words. 

“I mean if the Duke seemed like a good guy, then it would make sense for the headmage to trust him.” Kalim said, seeing the reasoning behind the trust Crowley had given to the duke. “Oh Al-Asim.” Crowley said, touched that calm came to his defense. “Kalim, would you have left Yuu alone with a stranger you barely know?” Riddle asked, looking at Kalim with a questionable stare. “Of course not! I mean I would trust the guy, but I would have asked Yuu before leaving her along with a stranger." Kalim said, thinking of how Jamil would have had him handle the situation. Crowley tensed up, feeling the mood shift on him again. “Erk!” The Housewardens looked at Crowley. “Did you ask Yuu before leaving?” Idia asked, from his tablet. 

Even though Crowley didn't answer, the group already knew it. “Some responsible Headmage you are.” Leona said, his sarcastic tone clear. “Pardon me Headmage, but is that a letter from the Kingston family?” Azul asked, painting the open letter on Crowley's desk, with the Kingston seal visible. “Oh uh-” Crowley went to hide the letter, but Lucius grabbed it before he could, and brought it to Trein for him to read. “Thank you Lucius.” 

Crowley glared at the familiar, as Trein read the letter out loud. “Apologies about the mysterious fire…” At that line, all eyes went to Grim, who looked confused. “What?” Trein continued reading. “We hope you all got out safely, if not please respond back to this letter, with the case of injuries and we shall send our best doctors.” Trein looked at Crowley, who was avoiding eye contact, due to some of the students earring light burns, and them having to use their own supplies to deal with them all. “However, we have some urgent news of our own. The prince is looking for the only young lady that he had danced with at the ball. The young maiden has left a glass slipper behind, so Duke Sebastian will be coming around Sage island, to find the owner. If the shoe fits, she shall marry the prince.” Trein finished reading the letter. 

The group all gave Crowley a dead pan disappointed look. “You knew that he was looking for her this whole time!” Azul asked, no longer having his respectful tone. “I didn't know that it was Yuu.” “What do you mean you didn't know it was Yuu, it was clearly her, did you not see her dancing with the prince at the ball?!” Leona growled, his patience gone. The group then began to yell at the headmage, who was getting backed into a corner. 

“HEY!” Grim yelled, getting the group's attention. “You can yell at Crowley later, but we need to get Yuu back, before she gets forced to marry that dumb prince!” The house wardens tensed, realizing the truth of Grim’s words. “What is our plan of action?” Riddle asked, becoming very serious. “There's not much the school can do since this is a royal affair.” Trein said, shaking his head in disappointment. “However, we were hoping Draconia, Kingscholar, and Al-Asim could lend a hand with this matter.” Most of the group's eyes fell upon the three. 

“While I would like nothing more than to just go over there and take Yuu back, I would never hear the end of it if it did.” Leona growled, still trying to figure a way to get Yuu back. "I would need to send a message, it would be rude to show up without notice.” Kalim said, looking disappointed that he couldn't help more. The group’s eyes then landed on Malleus, who seemed to be deep in thought. “I agree with Al-Asim, it would be rude to show without an invitation, however…given that they have taken Yuu against her will, I believe hospitality is no longer necessary.” Mallues said, with a cunning smirk. 

Leona matched his smirk, “You know what, the lizard makes a point…after all us men in the Savana have a strong belief on treating a lady with respect, and forcing her into a situation, is a sign of no respect.” Leona said, with a determined look in his eyes. “Wait your right!” Kalim said, realizing that Yuu didn't have a say about this situation. “He’s really a bad person.” The men around him sweat dropped at Kalim's simple way of thinking. 

“Hey I did some research, these three combinations would be too OP for the Kingston kingdom to handle, so it would be an easy win.” Idia spoke up, chuckling, seeing the stats line in their favor. “So…I say beat the bullet and go over there.” Idia says, before muting himself. “AND GO SHOW THAT WANNA BE CHARMER THAT HE CAN’T GET AWAY WITH TAKING MY PLAYER 2 AWAY!” Idia cured, now that no one was listening to him. 

“For once Idia says something sound.” Vil says smirking, “Not to mention, I could mention this little incident in a magazine column the next time to get a chance, which will be Sunday." Vil whispered to himself, as he laughed to himself. Azul has a similar thought process as Vil, but decided to keep his thoughts to himself. “Hehehe….” He couldn't help  but let slip out, as his thoughts became dangerous. 

Crowley, not liking the mood that was taking over the room, decided to step in once again. “Absolutely not!” Crowley said, with a stern tone, the group turned their glares back to him, making him freeze, but he knew that he had to continue. “We can not risk a scandal with the royal family, even if the chances of winning are in our favor.” The group collectively thought about ignoring Crowley's suggestion. “Also I think this is a good opportunity for Yuu.” 

It’s as if Crowley could feel the whole school freeze, the sudden rain coming down from the skies, rightly hitting against the windows. “Draconia.” Crowley said, but paused seeing the look he was receiving from the fae prince. As if he were at the mercy of a dragon's wrath, which he is. “I believe it is peak for everyone here when I say, you better explain what you mean.” Crewel said, crossing his arms, a scowl on his face. “Why would this be a good opportunity for my pup?” 

Crowley took a breath, his face becoming serious. “Yuu is not of this world.” The reminder did put everyone's edges down, but they still looked at the headmage ordering him to continue. “Try as I may, I have not found a way for them to return.” The uncovering look she received could not have been missed if there was a wall blocking them. “So her becoming princess and future queen, would let her live a more comfortable life, and they could offer more resources to find her a way home.” Crowley said, “So I wouldn't have to dea-ahem- I mean, so she doesn't have to just rely on me to find a way home.” That is what caused the group to try and defeather the bird. 

The office continued with loud debates and ideas. None come to agreement on how to handle the matter. “Ok, we are getting here now, and it is getting late. I saw we resume tomorrow, it will still take time for a royal wedding to be held, after all it can't all happen overnight.” Trein said, deciding to be the voice of reason. “Lets keep this information to ourselves, especially those close to Yuu, we wouldn't want to cause more of a commotion.” The group nodded, agreeing with the older professor. “You understand grim?” Trein asked, but froze when he saw that Grim wasn't looking at him. “Grim?” Crewel asked, his voice stern. “I may have texted our friend group about what happened.” Grim muttered. 

“YOU WHAT!?”

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He looked over at Yuu, who was washing off. She looked up and looked at Trey seeing that he was smiling differently. “What?” Trey chuckled, walked up to her, holding out his hand. She looked at him, a confused smile on her face. She took his hand, and he pulled her in, placing a hand on her hip, as hers found his shoulder. 

Yuu giggled, feeling the cheesy mood hit her, but she moved along with Trey. A slow simple movement together, slowly dancing together, coming closer to the other. Yuu rested her head on his chest, as Trey rested his head on top of her head. 

Both had smiles, knowing that they properly looked ridiculous, but they didn't care. It was just them, and that's all they cared about. 

Trey moved his head, planning a soft kiss to Yuu forehead, she closed her eyes, enjoying the warm feeling. They both didn't say a word, just danced together. 

Trey moved away to spin her, causing a light real laugh come from Yuu. As he pulled her closer he whispered with the song, “I don't deserve it, you look perfect tonight.” Yuu's face became red, hearing her boyfriend whisper the soft words into her ear, as the song came to an end. Yuu looked up at cater, putting a hand behind his head, pulling him down to give him a kiss. Trey happily obliged. 

However the sweet moment came to an end, when the time went off, pausing the music. Yuu and Trey moved away, both swearing a lovesick goofy smile. They both laughed, before moving away to take the cake out of the oven.

(added Ruggie, because I see him with Let it be)

~Let it be~ Music travel love and friends 

Ruggie was in Ramackle's kitchen, watching Yuu cook, as he tasted a few of the frosting for the donuts. Music playing from Yuu’s phone, she had from her world, which had a few saved songs on it. Ruggie was smooth, he and Yuu were cooking, even though he was mostly taste testing. 

Ruggie ears twitched as the next song played, it was smooth at first. Then the lyrics started, and Ruggies eyes fell to his girlfriend, who was silently singing along. He smirked, and hopped off the counter where he was sitting. He snuck up behind Yuu, holding her sides, resting his head on her shoulder. She looked at him surprised, but he had his eyes closed, with a smile laying upon his face. 

Yuu chose not to comment, just swaying along with him gently, listening to the song as it continued to play. Ruggie's relaxed smile then turned into a mischievous smirk, he grabbed Yuu's hand and turned her towards him. 

Yuu laid in surprise, her smile wide, Ruggie did a quick turn. She was very taken aback by Ruggie, she knows he hates formal stuff, including dancing. So him dancing with her in the kitchen, slowly was very confusing. 

Ruggie himself didn't quite know why he was dancing this way, but he did not hate it a bit. No one else around, no pressure to act properly, just the two of them enjoying themselves. The wonderful smell in the air was a huge perk. 

Ruggie brought Yuu closer to him, until their eyes met, she chuckled, and he did the same. Before their lips found earth others, both praying the moment to not end. 

However the sweet moment did not last, when the timer for the oven went off, forcing the two to separate. “Heha, better get those, know you like them when they're hot.” Yuu said, placing a quick kiss to Ruggie's nose, which caused him to let out a light laugh. “I sure do.” He said, going back to how he usually acts.

~All of Me~ John Legend 

Jade and Yuu were baking in the Ramshackle kitchen, well Yuu was, Jade kept trying to sneak in different ingredients into the food. “Jade.” Yuu said, catching him once again, which he acted innocently. “I was just moving these.” he excused, holding the mushrooms in their small package. “Huh.” She said, voice clear with disbelief. “How about you and the mushrooms, move over there.”  Yuu said, moving her head to the other side of the kitchen. 

“Aw no fun.” Jade said acting hurt, moving to the other side of the kitchen. Yuu just rolled her eyes, reading the ingredients. Jade took a peek at Yuu's phone, seeing which song was up next, he had never heard of these songs, which made sense since this was a playlist from her world. 

As the next song transitioned in, Jade interest was perked. He then had an idea, as he looked at his girlfriend. 

Yuu was getting ready for the next step, when a large hand grabbed her wrist pulling her in close. “Jade.” Yuu said, looking up at her boyfriend in surprise, Jade just smiled. Taking her hand with his, placing a hand on her hip, as he found his shoulder. 

Jade slowly moved, leading Yuu in the dance. Yuu was captivated by Jade’s eyes, looking in them with pure interest, which pleased Jade. He then slowly turned Yuu around, which made her laugh. 

The two continued to dance, Jade having full control of the situation as he danced around the kitchen with Yuu, who followed his lead without question. Yuu couldn't stop the small laugh that escaped her when she thought about the next lyrics, which confused. Instead of explaining, Yuu sang along to the part of the song. “My head's underwater, but I'm breathing fine. You're crazy and I'm out of my mind.” 

Jade chuckled in response, before leaning down and lacing his teeth upon her right ear, not taking a bite, but just resting his teeth upon the top of them. “Jade.” Yuu laughed nervously, feeling like her ear was in danger. 

Jade moved away, removing his hand from hers, bringing it to her face, for her to look up at him. He leaned in close, Yuu closed her eyes, expecting their lips to meet, but it never came. Yuu peeked her eyes open, and saw Jade watching her with amusement. She tried to move away when she realized he was messing with her, but he kept her still. 

“All you have to do is ask.” Jade teased, the smirk never leaving his face. Yuu pouted, not wanting to, but she knew Jade wasn't going to let her go, and she could not break free from him if she tried. “Please..kiss me…” She whispered shyly, not looking happy at all, her face beaming red. 

After getting the reaction he wanted, Jade did as she asked, placing a playful kiss upon her lips, before going in for a deeper, more feeling one. Their lips not moving from each other, making Yuu forget about the food cooking behind her. 

Yuu came back to her senses, when she heard the stove change rhythm, and it began to smell like burning. She pulled back, seeing that the pan was overflowing all of a sudden. ”What the.” Yuu moved away from Jade, as he freed her. She looked in the pit, and saw that there were new items in it. She turned to look at her boyfriend who was smiling proudly. “Jade! How!?” She asked, the lovely air, now gone, upon seeing the unfamiliar mushrooms within the other food.

~Don’t Stop the Music~ Rihanna

Jamil and Yuu were placing the cookie sheets into the oven. “Again, thank you for letting me use your kitchen, sorry that this is how we are spending our time together.” Jamil said to Yuu, who was begging to clean up. “It’s no problem, I’m glad I can help you.”  Yuu looked over her shoulder, smiling at her hard working boyfriend. 

Jamil smiled to himself, feeling grateful for Yuu’s company. He took a moment to take a breath, listening to Yuu music that was playing, he had asked about a few songs as they were cooking, but he was too forced to really pay attention to it. 

The next song played and it caught Jamil attention, the melody had been different then the other songs that had been playing. It was upbeat that Jamil could stop from tapping his foot to the beat. As the lyrics began to resonate with him. 

Yuu fished stacking the dishes, planning to do them later, when she saw Jamil listen closely to the music that was playing. She lightly chuckled, before walking over to Jamil. Who jumped when he felt a tap on his shoulder. 

Yuu gave him a look, and he knew what she was silently saying. Jamil smiled, before holding his hand out, Yuu took it. It was a little clumsy at first on Yuu's part, but Jamil took the lead quickly as the music got more upbeat. 

Yuu and Jamil wore a smile as they freely danced together, turning with each other, both their moves in sync. Not caring how they looked, just having fun dancing to the music. Jamil even did a quick pick up spin, while the kitchen wasn't large, there was enough room for them to move, since everything was pushed against the walls. 

Jamil, didn't take his eyes off Yuu for a moment, loving the full control he had of the dance. The music died down, but the singer got louder, which told Jamil that the song was ending, as much as he dreaded it. 

So he decided to end on a high note. Yuu was a bit surprised, when Jamil grabbed her wrist instead of her hands, leading her through the moves, controlling her as if he had full control. Yuu's smile dropped, a look of focus as she danced with Jamil, not minding it one bit. 

Once the finale chorus hit, Jamil dipped Yuu down, catching her off guard, she smiled looking up at her boyfriend who was smiling proudly. He slowly brought her up, holding her chin between his fingers, before bringing their lips to meet. 

Yuu and Jamil got closer, not wanting to move away from each other. That was until the timer went off, forcing them to move away from each other. Jamil and Yuu shared a warm laugh, lending against each other, before going to the oven. 

~Love Story~ Taylor Swift

Rook and Yuu were laughing as they were moving around the kitchen, both enjoying the fun moment they were having with each other. “Que c'est beau! This will be completely filled with our beautiful love.” Rook gushed, Yuu laughed at his dramatic look. “Yeah it will be.” 

Rook's ears twitched when he heard the music that was playing in the background had changed, “Huh?” Rook looked at Yuu. “Mon amour, what  is this song called?” Rook asked, looking very curious. “Oh, it's a love story by a popular singer from my world.” Rook's interest increased when hearing the name of the song. 

“Can you please pause it for a moment?” Yuu nodded, walking over to her owner, to grant Rook’s request. “Thank you, now can you restart it.” Yuu looked at him confused, but did as he asked. 

“There, did you want to-” She turned but was stunned, when she saw Rook on one knee holding out a hand to her. “Mon amour, please allow me this honor of a dance.” Yuu's eyes were wide, but she snapped out of it, taking his hand. “It would be my pleasure my dear chasseur (hunter).” Rook stood, before walking Yuu to the lounge. 

They could still hear the music clearly from the kitchen. Rook did a light bow, and Yuu compiled him, giggling at how they were acting. Rook pulled her close, placing a hand on hip and holding her hand. They then began to dance around the lounge together. Rook kept his eyes on his partner, Yuu doing the same, but looking at her feet every few seconds, because she was not as elegant as Rook was. 

But as Rook led her, she felt herself relax, and started to enjoy it, just going with rooks flow. Rook did different moves with her, spinning her around once, stretching his arm out and spinning in and out. He even picked Yuu up, in a quick bride style and did a quick spin. 

When Yuu was placed back to the ground, Rook did a light dip with her. She laughed looking up at Rook, who had a real happy smile on his face. As the song came to its end, Yuu remained lightly dip, rook showing no signs of struggle or attempt to move her back. 

Rook moved his face closer to her, their eyes not leaving each other for a moment. He then brought his lips to hers, mumbling something in french before fully placing them together. One of the hands Yuu had wrapped around rooks neck, moved to his face as she kissed back. 

They were taken out of their blissful moment, when Yuu's phone began to ring. While they were tempted to ignore it, they knew that she had to see who it was. Lifting Yuu back up, Rook gave her a quick kiss on her forehead. “Merci, that was a beautiful dance.” Rook said, before walking to the kitchen to continue on what they left. 

Yuu shook off her daze, and went to answer her phone, so she could go help Rook.

~A Thousand Years~ Christina Perri 

(on the nose I know) 

Yuu was desperately trying to keep Lilia out of the kitchen. “But you are working hard in there my dear, I can lend a hand.” Lilia said, smiling brightly, standing outside the kitchen door. Yuu kept shaking her head, “No, No love, it’s fine, I promise, you can just watch and keep me company. I am almost done, I just need to put it in the oven.” Yuu said, before getting an idea. “Hey, you were interested in my world's music, right?” Yuu asked, desperately trying to change the subject. 

Lilia did perk up at that, “Yes I was.” Yuu went to grab her phone, “Here, you can go through the songs and see if you find one you like.” Yuu handed her phone to the fae. Lilia smiled, already starting to scroll through the list. “Thank you my dear.” Lilia places a quick kiss upon her cheek before focusing on the phone. Yuu sighed in relief, continuing what she was doing. 

Lilia looked through the songs, some sounding cute, so he would press it and listen to them, before changing them half way through wanting to hear the others. This caught Yuu's attention, as she finished cleaning up. She peeked her head into the lounge, where Lilia was sitting. “Find any you like?” She asked, causing Lilia to look up at her. “There are quite a few that have caught my eye, but I am still looking, your world songs are intriguing.” Lilia smiled, seeming to be enjoying himself. “I didn't think there was much for me to learn at my age.” Lilia laughed, as Yuu went fully back into the kitchen. 

Lilia paused, seeing a song title that caught his eye, so he clicked on it. Listened to it for a minute, before pausing it and restarting it. He quickly made his way to the kitchen. “Yuu!” He called out in a cheerful excited voice. 

Yuu panicked, just knowing Lilia was going to step foot in the kitchen. “Yes!” She said, rushing to the entrance of the kitchen, which ended up causing her to crash into Lilia, who didn't move a muscle. He caught her, before she could fall back. “Not the way I wanted you to fall for me.” Lilia joked, delighted to see the small blush cross upon Yuu’s face. 

Lilia guided her to the lounge, quickly turning the song on, before tossing the phone to the couch for it to land safely. Yuu recognized the song as it started to play, she looked over at Lilia who was slightly bowing to her holding his hand out to her. “May I have this dance?” Yuu giggled, before taking his hand, lightly bowing to him. “Of course my sweet bat.” Lilia smirked, bringing Yuu closer to him. 

It was slow, the two just slowly moving with each other, enjoying each other's embrace. The two moved slowly through the lounge, as they danced together. A warm smile on both their faces, Lilia doing a quick turn around with Yuu hand. He then lightly floated in the air, to gain some height, as he twirled her around. 

Yuu looked up at her flying boyfriend before pulling him back down to her, taking the chance to turn him around instead. Lilia laughed, not minding a bit. He wouldn't remember the last time he danced with someone like this, no that is not true, he never had a chance with someone like this, in his long life of living. 

As the song drew to the end, Lilia lightly picked Yuu up with his magic, making her slightly float in the air, he followed with her. Yuu held onto Lilia, surprised by her feet suddenly leaving the floor. Lilia placed a gentle hand upon her cheek, looking into her eyes, not saying anything, but saying so much. 

He moved closer, placing a quick kiss to her cheek before bringing their lips together. Playfully biting her lip, causing Yuu to gasp, as Lilia laughed at her reaction. Before kissing her again, without any mischief. 

Yuu was so absorbed in Lilia that she didn't notice the timer going off at first, but luckily the timer got louder as it went off. Yuu moved away, leaving a confused Lilia. “The timer’s going off Lilia, I need to go to the oven.” Lilia didn't see the hurry, “Why, it could properly use a bit more cooking.” Yuu pushed against Lilia, trying to move away, “Lilia!” Yuu scolded, which he just chucked, floating them back down letting them reach the floor once again. Which had Yuu run to the kitchen as soon as her feet hit the floor.

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Grim placed the lunch box down and opened it to look over his food. “Ah good nothings missing.” Riddle looks over the unfamiliar food, “Grim what kind of food is that?” Grim looked up at Riddle, “I dunno, Yuu made it.” Now Riddle's curiosity really peaked, “Yuu made it?” Grim nodded, shutting the lunch box. Grim looked at Riddle again and saw that he was thinking, a droopy smile on his face. “Hmmm…I’m not sharing any with you!” Grim declared, holding the box protectively. “My hench human’s food is amazing!” Riddle thought for a moment, “Really? I am interested in what her world's food tastes like.” Riddle thought out loud, but kept his more bashful thoughts to himself. “I’ll get you some, for a can of tuna!” Grim said, crossing his arms, with a smirk upon his face. Riddle thought for a moment, before agreeing, seeing the pros out weigh the cons. 

After school Yuu and Grim made it back to ramshackle exhausted, “Ugh! Today was so boring!” Grim groaned out, before flopping on the couch. Yuu rubbed the back of her neck, placing her bag down. “Ok we are having a small dinner tonight.” Yuu said, just deciding to eat left overs. Grim then sat up remembering what he had promised Riddle, “Oh that right! I promised Riddle that you’d make him lunch!” Grim yelled to Yuu who was in the kitchen. There was then a bang, before quick footsteps. “You did what?!” Yuu yelled, making Grim jump. “Well....I wanted to prove how reliable and generous our dorm is!” Grim lied, crossing his arms, refusing to admit that he did anything wrong. 

Yuu grabbed her forehead, rubbing it. Taking a breath, trying to regain her thoughts. “Ok, ok…” Yuu “I'll need to talk to the kitchen ghost about using it tomorrow.” Yuu said, heading back to the door. “Hey ghost, can you please watch over Grim for a while, I'll be back.” Yuu called out, opening the front door waiting for a response. “Leave it to us!” The three appeared, smiling at Yuu, as they surrounded Grim. Who did not like the situation he was being put in. “Wha!? Wait Yuu!” Yuu left out the door, closing it behind her, ignoring Grim's calls. 

The next day, Riddle was in the Heartslabyul lounge, reading through some papers, as he waited for Yuu. His eyes constantly leaving the page, glancing at the entrance listening for every sound and movement. He placed the papers down immediately, when Yuu did walk through the door, with a box in hand. She immediately spotted Riddle and smiled, “Ah Hello Riddle." 

Riddle stood to properly greet her. “Hello Yuu, thank you very much for coming, and for making me lunch. I apologize if I have caused you any inconvenience.” Riddle looked over Yuu, seeing that she does seem a bit more tired than usual. “Oh it’s no problem, I was happy to hear you wanted to try my food. It’s been a while since I was asked to cook something other than some type of fish.” Yuu laughed, referring to her glutton roommate. Riddle chuckled, “Shall we eat in the rose garden?” Yuu was a bit stunned, she didn't bring anything for herself, thinking she was just going to drop off the meal and go. “Oh if you don't mind, but I don't have anything else with me.” Riddle smiled in reassurance, “Not to worry, I thought that might be the cause, so I’ve prepared some food for you. Think of it as a thank you for the meal.” Riddle then offered his arm, “Then shall we be off?” Yuu giggled, taking his arm with her, holding the lunch in her right arm. 

They walked through the garden together, talking about their morning, when they reached  a nicely set table, with a tray of food in the left seat. Riddle walked to the left side chair, and pulled it out for Yuu to take a seat. “Thank you.” She said, sitting down in the seat, letting Riddle push her in. He sits down, across from her, Yuu hands him the box. Her eyes shifting between the box and the housewarden, she felt herself growing more anxious about her crush's reaction to her food. 

Riddle took the box, having a small smile on his face. He opened the box, and was surprised by the layout of the food. “Oh!” he saw different foods inside, he saw that one was rice, but it was in the shape of a hedgehog. “Cute.” Riddle smiled warmly looking at the box, what caught his eye was a small food shaped like a tiny tart. “What are these dishes?” Riddle asked, looking back up at Yuu. “Ah I made some rice balls, fried tail shrimp, and some different types of sushi." Yuu then pointed out the small tarts, “And for dessert I made some Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tarts.” Riddle perked up a bit, hearing the word tart. “This looks wonderful, thank you for the meal.” Riddle said, picking up his fork. He took a bite from the fried shrimp first, and was immediately hit with a wave of flavor. He didn't notice the pleased smile on his face, as he continued to eat. 

Yuu ended up sharing the same smile, as she watched him eat. Riddle noticed, and felt his cheeks warm up. When their eyes locked, Yuu immediately realized that she was staring too long at him. She immediately looked down at her tray of food trying to figure out what to eat first. “Thank you for the meal.” Yuu said, picking up her fork and taking a bite of the food in front of her. 

She hummed in delight, enjoying the warm feeling that filled her chest as she ate. “So good, Trey’s food is amazing.” Riddle smiled at her reaction, enjoying her smile. 

They both enjoyed their food, when Yuu was done she saw that Riddle was holding the small cheese tart. She had worked extra hard on that item, because of Riddle's love for tarts. 

Riddle enjoyed the smell from the tart, before taking a bite. Riddle immediately thought of it when he first had a tart at Trey's parents bakery. Enjoying the new taste, he didn’t know whether the food was truly this delicious or if it’s because the person he has a strong feeling for made this especially for him. 

Yuu couldn’t stop herself from matching the smile Riddle was wearing. He seemed so relaxed, and happy. ‘So worth it.’ She thought back to the chaos that she went through with the kitchen ghost. 

After they were finished with their lunch, they talked for 13 minutes, Riddle complimenting Yuu food, “It was delicious Yuu.” Yuu became bashful, Riddle had been praising her food and asking questions. “Thanks, but this lunch Trey made definitely beats mine.” Yuu said, truly not thinking that her food was on the same level as Treys. “I believe it’s best not to compare these dishes, both are delicious, but both have something that the other doesn't." Riddle said it in a matter of fact tone. 

Yuu's eyes widened, before letting out a small laugh. Riddle looked at her confused, “What? What did I say?” Riddle asked, clearly confused. “Nothing, I’m just happy.” Yuu said smiling brightly, Riddle felt his face go red, he avoided eye contact with her, feeling his heart beat speed up. 

A meal made with love is always sweet.

Grim was sneaking into the Botanical garden in the middle of class, he looked around and saw that no one was in sight. “Heheheh.” He giggled mischievously, holding the lunch box in his paws. 

Within the bushes, laid a sleeping lion, ditching class as well. He was sleeping soundly, until he heard the door open, he scowled but tried to continue his nap. He shut his eyes and ignored whoever came into the garden. 

Grim found a spot, by Leona, but kept him out of sight. Grim opened the lid to his lunch, getting hit with the smell of fresh warm meat. Grim felt himself start to drool, admiring the meat. 

Leona took a deep breath through his nose, and his eyes shot open. Something smelled amazing, he had never smelled this type of meat before, and coming from a prince, that was rare. He sat up, taking in the wonderful smell, he looked over to where the sound was coming from. He could hear small munching, and a familiar annoying laugh. 

Leona walked lazily over looking over the bushes, and saw Grim stuffing his face with delicious looking meat. “Oi!” Leona called out, causing grim to almost jump out of his skin. “Ah I wasn’t doing anything!” Grim said in defense, but then saw that it was Leona. “Oh it’s just you Leona.” Grim sighed in relief. “I thought it was someone important, like Trein.” Leona brow twitched in irritation, “Maybe I should go get him then.” Leona threatened, Grim became scared. “You wouldn't dare!” Grim challenged, Leona ignored him and looked to his lunch box, seeing the different food in the box. “Where’d you get the food from?” Grim looked at his food, that was supposed to be his lunch, and held it closer to him. “I’m not sharing.” Leona narrowed his eyes, “I wasn’t asking for your share Furball. Where’d you get the meal, I haven't seen it before.” Grim relaxed more, “Oh Yuu made it special just for me! My hench human goes the extra mile to make sure her boss is fed!” Grim said, stalking his noise in the air as he bragged. 

Leona eyes lightly widen, now taking more of an interest in Grim’s food. ‘She made it huh?’ He thought to himself, wanting to try the food immediately. “I see…Grim ask Yuu to make me lunch tomorrow, I'm tired of the cafeteria stuff.” Leona said, acting as if he didn't care. Grim frowned up at him, “Huh?! Why should I?” Grim asked, crossing his arms, glaring at the prince. “I'll get Ruggie to buy you some tuna.” Leona offered, smirking seeing Grim’s obvious pleased face. “Aha! You got yourself a deal!” Grim pumped his fist in the air, Leona smirked. 

At lunch Yuu and Grim made it to the table first, since they had brought their lunch and didn't have to wait in line. Yuu looked over, and expected to see Grim showing down his food, but she was surprised to see him just staring at his lunch box. “What's wrong Grim, is it stuck?” Yuu asked, taking his lunch box, to open it for him. “No wait!” Grim tried to stop her, but was too late, yuu opened the box, seeing it completely empty. She turned to Grim with an intense look, which he refused to meet. “Grim…when you weren't in class earlier, you were eating the lunch I packed huh?” Grim refused to answer, not looking at Yuu. “Grim.” Yuu said more sternly, Grim muttered. “I might have….” Yuu just shook her head, holding her eyes, “Oh and….” Grim trailed off, Yuu lifted her finger to peek at Grim. “I promised Leona that you would make his lunch tomorrow.” Yuu’s eyes widened, as she froze. “What?!” Grim jumped, his ears laying down. “You did what?!” Yuu yelled, making Grim jump. “Well....I wanted to prove how reliable and generous our dorm is!” Grim lied, crossing his arms, refusing to admit that he did anything wrong. Yuu let her head fall to the table, taking in a breath. ‘Alright, why not, I'm just cooking for a prince, no big deal!’ “Grim your cleaning the lounge for a week.” Yuu muttered out, her head still on the table. “Wha!” Grim said looking panicked. 

Before lunch was over, Yuu went to the kitchen ghost and asked if she could use the kitchen and a few ingredients. They happily allowed her, wanting to help her, and liking that she was taking her own interest in cooking, not knowing about her hidden skill. 

The next day, Leona is relaxing in his room, it is already noon, but he remains in bed. He’s in his school uniform, minus the shoes, laying lazily on his bed. His ears lightly twitched when he heard footsteps approaching, along with a familiar comforting scent. He smirked, and sat up, walking to his door, keeping his steps light. 

Yuu took a breath, and knocked on Leona's door. There was a moment's pause, before the door opened. Yuu smiled at Leona, a bit awkward, not really knowing what to say. “Uh hey Leona. I brought your lunch.” Yuu said, holding the bento box up. Leona looked at it, and then at her, before moving to the side. “Thank you, come in.” Leona said, without his usual bite he had towards the other students. Yuu smiled, walking into the room. 

Leona closed the door, before pulling a chair out for Yuu and himself, “Have a seat.” He said, already taking his. Yuu did as he asked, ‘He’s in a good mood.’ She thought to herself. Leona looked at the bento, before opening it. He was immediately met with a very pleasant smell, he looked down and saw some seasoned meat on skewers. He could feel his mouth water, but didn't show it on his face, he saw that in a small separate compartment, were some rice balls in the shapes of lions. “I’m not a kid you know.” Leona said, referring to the shape of the rice balls. Although he was annoyed there wasn't a real bite behind his words, but it did lead Yuu to become embarrassed. “Sorry, I used to shape the rice balls when I worked with my dad, and I thought it would be fun….” Her voice getting quieter, looking down at her lap, mentally beating herself up for doing something unnecessary. 

Leona noticed her change, before sighing and picking up one of the rice lions, “They look good.” He said before taking a bite, he paused for a moment, he swallowed before speaking. “There’s meat in this.” Leona said, pleasantly surprised, “Oh yes, it’s called Onigiri, I figured you wouldn’t like just rice, and I wanted you to have different meats to eat.” Leona looked at her, his stoic mask cracking a bit, before regaining his composure. “Thanks.” He said, before finishing the rice lion shaped ball. 

Yuu takes this chance to look around his room, while she had stayed there before, the room had new additions to it. She couldn’t stop the smile that came over her face, when she saw that a few of them were items she gifted him. 

Leona finished the rice ball, before picking up one of the meat skewers. Yuu noticed and watched his reaction once again. Leona ripped the meat off, letting the flavor explode in his mouth. Leona’s ears peeked up, his tail flickered to the side. “Hmm.” He hummed with satisfaction. “This is good.” He said, after swallowing, going to take another bite. Yuu perked up and smiled, "I'm glad.” Leona swallowed again before speaking. “What's this called?” Yuu answered, “It’s Yakitori, it was popular with the customers at my dads restaurant, and I thought you’d enjoy it.” Leona looked away, eating the meat, but his cheeks became warm. 

After the meal, Leona stood up, Yuu followed his lead. “That was a good meal Yuu.” Leona brought his hand up to her head, and lightly rubbed it, fizzing her hair with his glove. “I’m glad it fits your taste.” Yuu said, smiling, enjoying the feeling of her head being rubbed. 

Leona smirked, removing his hand, learning close to her face with his. Yuu tensed, as his face got closer, his eyes staring into hers, freezing her in place. He lightly pumped his nose with her, causing a small shock to tingle through her nose. “Ah!” She let out in surprise, not expecting it. Leona chuckled at her response, “Lets do this again.” He said, heading to his door to open it for her. Yuu smiled, while lightly touching her nose, “Yeah lets.”

A lioness delivers the best meat.

Grim was eating his lunch at Ramshackle, Yuu had to run to Mr.S shop for things, so he was enjoying his lunch alone, as the ghosts were cleaning up the place to help out. As Grim was about to take another bite of his food, the front door received a knock. He pouted, he was going to ignore it, but the knocking got louder. “Ah I’m coming!” Grim yelled, hopping down from his seat to go to the door. 

“Who is it!?” He asked rudely, opening the door, but let out a shriek when he saw who it was. It was the Azul, who was smiling creepily. “Azul!?” Grim jumped back, “What are you doing here?” Grim crossed his arms, sending the housewarden a glare. “My my Grim, is this how ramshackle treats its guest?” Azul asked, acting offended. “Only to ones as sneaky as you!” Grim said, wanting to close the door, but Azul stopped him. “No wait a moment Grim, I have just come by to talk to Yuu, is she here?” Azul asked, his eyes looking down the hallway, looking for the magicless prefect. 

“No, she stepped out, now I'm going back to my special lunch!” Grim said, walking away, not even bothering to close the door. Azul's interest peeked, “Special?” Azul asked, walking in, noticing that Grim didn't stop him. “Hehe yeah, my henchuman makes yummy food, way better than the food at your lounge.” Grim said, taking his seat again, his nose in the air as he bragged. “Its the type of food only she can make, since it’s from her world.” Grim bragged, before taking a bite from his food again. 

Azul looked at the food, and he had not recognized it, ‘It looks delicious, although I'm sure it looked a lot more pleasing before Grim got his paws on it.’  Azul thought silently to himself, staring at the food. ‘Yuu’s home cooking.’ Azul counted to stop the smile that came upon his face, thinking about what it would be like to be personally served by his crush. 

Grim looked up at Azul and got creeped out by the goofy smile he had on his face. “Euk you’re running my appetite.” Grim said, looking obviously grossed out. “Ahem.” Azul cleared his through, fixing his composure. “I have a small proposition for you, Grim.” Grim looked at him, not a single ounce of trust on his face. “What?” He asked, deciding to hear it first. “I would be most grateful if you could convince Yuu to make me a meal for my lunch tomorrow.” Azul wore his business smile, placing his left hand on his chest. “Huh why should I?” Grim pouted, not seeing why he should listen to Azul. “In return, I shall bring you a fine canned tuna.” Grim immediately perked up hearing that, “Really?” Azul nodded, “Of course, don't worry I always deliver, as long as Yuu bring me a personal hand made meal tomorrow during lunch.” Azul smirked, seeing that Grim was on board with the deal. 

Yuu came back, her hands full, “Grim I’m home!” Yuu called out, making her way to the kitchen. “Yuu guess what!” Grim said happily, Yuu looked at him with a confused smile, “What?” She asked, taking the items out of the bag. “You will be in charge of making Azul lunch for tomorrow!" Grim said, crossing his arms, as if what he said was no big deal. “What?!” Yuu then continued to scold Grim, for making a deal with Azul, especially without her present. 

The next day, Azul was sitting in his office, his eyes keeping looking up at the door and the clock, instead of remaining upon his documents. There was then a gentle knock on the door, “Azul.” Jade voice said from the other side. “Yes.” Azul answered, straightening up, quickly checking his appearance. “Come in.” He said, making sure his voice was smooth and steady. 

The door opened, Jade walked in with Yuu walking in right behind him. “Hello Azul.” Yuu said, giving him an awkward smile, not knowing what to expect. “Ah greetings Yuu.” Azul stood up and walked around his desk to properly greet her. “Thank you for coming Yuu, I can not wait to try what you have made.” Jade smirked, sending a teasing look to his childhood friend, who sent him back a look, silently telling him to leave. Jade left, going to talk to Floyd about what he just witnessed. 

Yuu stood awkwardly, the bento box in her hands, not knowing what to do now. ‘Should I just drop this off and go or?’ She thought, trying to decide what the best course of action would be. “Please have a seat.” Azul smiled filled with charm, that reminded her of a not so fun time. “Ah, thank you.” She said, sitting down on the couch, as Azul sat on the other one. 

Yuu took a breath, and then handed Azul the bento. “Here you are, please enjoy.” Azul focused on keeping his hands steady, as he was reaching for the bento box. “Thank you Yuu.” Azul gloved fingers lightly brushed Yuu’s, making him flinch back, him and Yuu both lightly blushing. “Ah sorry.” Azul said, trying to keep his voice steady. “Ah no worries.” Yuu said, just placing the bento in front of him. 

Azul looked at the bento, trying to calm his heart. He lifted the lid and his eyes immediately widened upon seeing the delicious setup food inside. “Whoa.” he muttered under his breath, taking in the lovely smell that floated up to him. “This looks delectable." Azul said, still being mindful of his words, but knowing when to give sincere praise. He picks up his fork, trying to decide what to try first. 

Yuu saw him hesitate and stepped in, “This is called an Ichiju Sansai, it’s a perfect harmony of nutrition, flavor, and aesthetic appeal. I know how hard you work on your diet, so I thought this would be perfect for you, the way it's eaten is to circle through the different items as you eat.” Azul listened carefully, gathering the information. “I see, thank you for informing me.” He was honestly thankful, he was going to ask her, but felt relieved when she brought it up herself. 

Azul began to eat, taking the foods in a different order. He didn't realize the smile he had upon his face as he ate. The chicken was delicious, added with the mix of the vegetables, and the miso soup. Yuu smiled, watching Azul enjoy her food. “Glad to see that you're enjoying it.” Yuu said, smiling proudly. 

Azul immediately changes his face, adjusting his glasses trying to act casual, feeling embarrassed that he let such a sappy smile come over his face. “It is delicious, I see why you eat the other food together, no matter the order. It helps you keep up the blend of nutrition and flavor.”Azul began to ask Yuu about the details of the food, which Yuu decided to answer, not seeing that much of a problem with telling him some details of the food. 

Good food is good for the soul.

(I did change the food, because Kalim doesn't like curry.)

Grim was leaving the classroom, with his lunch, when he ended up running into a leg. “Ah!” he fell back, seeing that his lunch crashed open, spilling on the floor. “No!” Grim said in a panic, trying to gather the food back into the bento. “Ah, I am so sorry Grim.” A usually cheerful voice, that was now filled with concern said, bending down to help him pick up the scattered food. “Gha you got to watch where you're going Kalim!” Grim scolded, bearing his fangs, very upset. “I know, I'm sorry, I was thinking of something, and didn't see you since you’re so little.” Kalim said, not thinking about his words. “Gha!” Grim grounded picking up the remaining food. 

Kalim looked at it a bit confused, “Whoa, I’ve never seen this type of food before.” Kalim said, looking upon the mess of the food inside the bento. “Hah of course, this is a one of a kind dish that only Yuu can make, and she makes it just for me.” Grim said proudly, closing the bento box. “Really?!” Kalim asked excitedly, but his smile dropped, “Oh and I caused you to drop it onto the floor, sorry, I can buy you a new lunch or have Jamil make you some.” Kalim offered, “Since you won't be able to eat-” ”What do you mean, of course I’m still going to eat it, who would waste perfectly good food like that.” Grim said, looking at Kalim as if he grew a second head. “Wait, you're still going to eat it! It was on the ground though!” Kalim said, not believing Grim. “Yuu's food is that good.” Grim huffed, trying to walk off with his bento. 

“Wait Grim.” Grim paused, looking back to the housewarden, “Do you think Yuu could make me some lunch too?” Kalim played with his fingers, a light blush over his cheeks.  “Why, don't you have Jamil for that?” Grim asked bluntly, looking confused. “Well yes, but I think it would be fun to try her food as well, especially since she's from another world.” Kalim laughs, not really lying, but not fully telling the truth. Grim did not believe his excuse but decided not to comment on it. “Hmm, maybe if there was something in it for me, I might get Yuu to make you some food.” Kalim immediately brightened up, “Yes what?” Grim wore a smirk, “You know how I love tuna, and Jamil is a pretty good cook.” Grim hinted, Kalim nodded, understanding what Grim was saying. “Ah yes, I'll have Jamil make you some tuna for lunch tomorrow since he won't have to make mine!” Kalim responds, very on board with the idea. “Then we got ourselves a deal.” Grim said with a proud smirk, not paying any mind to the two students who would be left to deal with their mess. 

Yuu and Grim were sitting down for lunch, when Grim removed the lid to the bento, Yuu panicked, seeing the mess of the remains of her creative work. “What happened?” Yuu asked, looking at Grim, who was avoiding eye contact. “While I was grabbing my lunch from the class, I bumped into Kalim, and it sent the food flying.” Grim admitted, crossing his small paws over the other. 

Yuu calmed down, before lightly patting Grim on the head, “Oh well that stinks, but as long as you're ok.” Yuu smiled, which made Grim more confident to tell her the rest of the events, but Yuu then had a thought. “Wait, did the food fall to the ground?” She asked, giving Grim a look, that he knew all too well. “Maybe….” He muttered, after a brief pause. “Grim!” Yuu said, trying to take the bento away, not wanting him to eat dirty food. “Noo!” he complained, holding onto the lunch, with all his little strength. 

Yuu got distracted when he phone went off, letting Grim get the chance to snack the meal away, and immediately started stuffing his mouth. “Egh.” Yuu said in disgust, but decided to leave him be and check her phone. She saw that she had received a text from Jamil. 

Her eyes ran over the text, reading it, before pausing. Grim felt the mood in the air shift, “Grim…” Yuu said, with a smile, but it had caused a shiver to go up his spine. “You seemed to have left something out, about your run in with Kalim.” Grim’s ears laid against his head, "I was gonna tell you after I finished eating, but you took the food away from me….” Grim said, trying to pass the blame on to her. “...” Yuu didn’t say anything, just staring at Grim. “I wanted to prove how reliable and generous our dorm is!” Grim said, trying to defend himself. “Really, it’s not because you got Kalim to have Jamil make you some tuna?” She said, showing Grim the phone. “....So he’s making my tuna?” Grim asked, which was a mistake. 

After scolding Grim, Yuu went to talk to the kitchen ghost along with Jamil, who apologized for Kalim dragging her into this mess, Yuu also apologized for Grim, letting Jamil know that he doesn't have to make him any tuna, but she’ll make Kalim lunch so he’ll can have some time off. 

The next day, Kalim is waiting in the Scarabia dorm, Jamil is standing behind him, looking through some of his notes. Kalim was bouncing his leg, continuing to look towards the door. “Relaz, she will be here soon.” Jamil said, glazing up from his note book, checking over Kalim's nervous state. “I know, I’m just excited." 

Kalim immediately jumped up, when he heard footsteps approaching. “Yuu?” Called out, his voice filled with hope. “Hey Kalim, hey Jamil.” Yuu greeted, as she waved to Jamil who was standing up, with his notes in hand. “Hello Yuu.” Jamil said politely with his usual calm smile. “Heya Yuu.” Kalim said happily, looking very excited. “What did you bring?” Kalim asked, looking at the bento box in her hands. “Kalim.” Jamil lightly scolded him, coming up behind him. “Ah sorry, that was rude.” Kalim said, feeling bad about how he spoke to Yuu. “Oh it’s fine, I know you’re excited.” Yuu said, smiling at the little wave of sunshine in front of her. 

After Kalim sat down, Yuu and Jamil had a small chat as Kalim waited for them. “Hey, you know that I wouldn't…” Yuu didn't want to say it, hating the fact that this was even a conversation she had to have. “I know, and I trust your cooking, since we ate together during the VDC. But leaving Kalim alone…” Jamil said, hinting that he wasn’t worried about her actions, but of Kalim’s. 

After reassuring Jamil that it’s probably easier watching Kalim compared to Grim, and that Jamil should go and enjoy his lunch the way he wants. So, Yuu was left alone with Kalim. 

Yuu looked over, and saw that Kalim was watching her, eyes sparkling, smiled wide. Yuu smiled back, walking over to him. She sat down in front of him, so they were facing each other. “Well time to dig in.” Yuu gestured to the bento box. “Thanks for the food.” Kalim said, opening the bento lid. “Whoa!” he said in awe, looking at the nicely decorated food. “What is this?” Kalim asked, looking back up at Yuu with pure curiosity. “Its chicken marinated miso, with some steamed vegetables, and coconut infused rice.” Yuu explained, pointing to each dish. “Coconut rice?” Kalim asked, seeming touched. “Yeah, Jamil said you like coconut and I wanted to make it fun by shaping it into traditional rice balls.” Yuu watched as Kalim picked up the rice ball, looking over its shape. “They look amazing!” Kalim took a bite of the rice ball, and Yuu tensed seeing the bite he took, immediately grabbing a drink at the ready. Which he needed, ended up eating too fast, and started coughing.  

Kalim ate the rest of the meal slowly, but felt bad that Yuu didn't have any food for herself, so he started feeding her some from the bento. She gladly accepted, as they talked about both their homes' food, getting to know each other better. 

Good food can put someone in a good mood.

Grim was eating at his lunch table, waiting for the other first years to join him, Yuu was grabbing the two of them a drink for their meal. Grim knew he should wait for his friends before eating, but he couldn't help himself. So he took the lid off the bento and looked inside, getting ready to dig in. 

Vil was walking past, with Rook behind him, and they both glanced over and stopped when they saw Grim's meal. “Well that’s a well balanced meal you have there Grim.” Vil said, causing Grim to jump from the sudden voice. “Ah Vil…uh yeah I guess so, food is food.” Grim said, not really understanding what Vil was talking about. “Oui Monsieur Fuzzball, seems to be a very healthy, beautifully set dish.” Rook said, praising the food. “Hmm…” Grim groaned, not liking to actually think about what he’s eating, he just wanted to eat it. “I am assuming that Yuu made this?” Grim finally looked at Vil, “Yeah so what?” Grim said annoyed, not caring how he was speaking.

“Excuse you.” Vil said, glaring at Grim, making him shrink back. “Ah!” Grim said, his annoyed expression disappearing. “I mean….” Grim didn’t know what to say, so he just turned away from Vil. “Whatever, just leave me alone!” He then continued to stuff his face with food. “Now now Monsieur Fuzzball, no need to be rude, we were just curious about the wonderful meal you have in front of you.” Rook said, trying to calm the situation, “Now you said Madame Trickster made this meal correctly?” Grim with a full mouth muttered out a “Yes.” 

Vil thought for a moment, he was impressed, during their stay at ramshackle, he had helped Yuu with the food preparations, and noticed that she was a skilled cook. He also noticed that she knew what kind of food he was talking about, when he explained the diet to the VDC group. 

“Grim, do you know if Yuu would be willing to make a meal for me?” Vil asked, surprising both his vice housewarden and dire beast. “Uh I dunno....maybe for a canned tuna, I can get her to do it.” Grim said, smirking up, acting as if he had the upper paw. “Alright then, I shall be awaiting her meal, inform her to send me a message if she has decided to take the challenge.” Vil said smirking, walking away with Rook following behind him. 

“They finally left.” Epel said, with a sigh as he came to the table to sit down and enjoy his meal. “Epel had us wait until they were gone.” Yuu said, lightly patting Grim's head, before placing his drink down. “What were you talking about?” Epel asked, keeping his voice low, so his housewarden didn't hear. Yuu went to take a drink from her bottle. “Oh I told Vil that Yuu was going to make him lunch.” Grim said, taking another bite from his food. Yuu and Epel both choked on their drinks, “What?!” They turn to Grim with panicked faces. “What?” Grim asked back, not seeing the problem. “You agreed for Yuu to cook for a top model, a famous actor, oh and not to mention, the man with the highest standards in existence.” Epel said, in Yuu’s defense. “It's fine, I just need to go ask the ghost and an inside source about what to make.” Yuu said, forgetting her lunch and walking away. Grim took the chance to try and snatch it, but Epel got to it first, saving it for Yuu. 

Yuu had worked hard with the chef ghost and with Rook on creating Vil’s meal. From the presentation, the smell, the texture, and the taste. Yuu felt like she was preparing for competition, which might as well be, since she knew Vil was going to judge her without mercy. 

The next day, Rook had helped her set up the meal in a spare room in Pomefiore, so Vil could have his lunch in peace, and Yuu won’t have to be stared at as she served food to him. Rook wished her luck before leaving, going to tell his housewarden that his meal was ready. 

Yuu took a breath, reminded herself that it was no different than another costumer, getting reminded of the time a critic came into her father's restaurant, and she had to serve him a dish she had made. ‘It’s no different, let the food speak for itself, answer questions that he may have.’ Yuu calmed herself, but jumped a bit when the door to the room opened. “Ah Vil.” Yuu said, trying to keep her voice steady. 

Vil looked at her and then at the set up she had, and was impressed. He walked closer and took in the look of the food, seeing different dishes he knew what they were from the look of them, but they were set differently. Vil took a seat, before looking at Yuu, “What have you prepared for me?” Yuu straightened up, “This is called an Ichiju Sansai, meaning ‘one soup, three dishes.’ We have a miso soup, some gohan rice, a Grilled Salmon, steamed vegetables lightly seasoned. This is a meal that creates a balanced, nutritious, and aesthetically pleasing meal with varied flavors, textures, and cooking methods.” Yuu explained, pointing out each dish. 

Vil hummed, thinking about how much thought she had put into this, “Thank you, I shall give it a try.” Vil picked up his fork, and began to eat. He casted a small look at Yuu, and it seemed she wanted to say something, but was biting her tongue. Vil had a guess on what she was wanting to say. So after taking a bite of the rice, he went to take some of the salmon. Which he noticed, made Yuu obviously relax. 

He smiled, finding her reaction cute. He ate a bite from everything, enjoying the flavor, and the difference between each bite. “This is a beautifully balanced meal.” Vil said, looking at Yuu, “How was this prepared?” Yuu smiled, unable to hide her joy. She began to explain the process she did of cooking the meal. 

Vil enjoyed listening to her as she talked about the dish, and how she learned about it from her father. Vil truly enjoyed this meal.

After all, The fairest food is apple-solutely the best

Ortho was looking around the cafeteria, waiting for his friends since he was the first to arrive. He then saw yuu and Grim coming over, waving and smiling at him. “Heya Ortho!” Grim said, hopping into his seat, as Yuu placed both their bento boxes down. “Hi Ortho.” Ortho smiled back at them, “Hello Grim and Yuu of Ramshackle dorm.” Yuu chuckled, not sitting down yet. “I’m going to grab us some drinks, Ortho can you watch Grim please.” Yuu asked, looking at Ortho, ignoring Grim’s offended look. “Sure thing!” Ortho said, filled with confidence. “Thanks.” She said before patting Grim on the head, “behave.” She walked away, leaving a pouty Grim and a chipper Ortho. 

“So what do you and Yuu have for lunch today?” Ortho asked, deciding to start a conversation. “Oh I don't know, Yuu wouldn’t let me in the kitchen while she was making it.” Grim said, before placing his paw on the lid of the bento. “Let's have a look.” Ortho stopped him, "Shouldn't you wait for Yuu and the others?” Grim moved Ortho’s android hand away. “No it's fine, if those slow pokes can’t get here on time, then that's on them.” Grim popped the lid off, and drooled over the food. “Whoa!” Ortho scanned over the food, “This looks like the food you would see in manga's.” Ortho said in awe. “Does it?” Grim asked, looking at the food. “Yuu said she would make this kind of thing back in her world.” Ortho eyes went bright. “Hey Grim, I have a favor to ask.” Grim tilted his head confused at him. “What is it?” 

When yuu returned to the table with two drinks, everyone else had already arrived and were eating. She gave them a greeting, before looking at Ortho. “Thank you, hope he wasn't any trouble.” Yuu joked, Ortho laughed. “No he was actually very helpful.” Yuu was about to ask what he meant by that, but Ace and deuce began fighting, leading Yuu to break it up. 

Once school was over, Yuu and Grim walked back to their dorm, Yuu looking extra tired. “Man, today was long.” Yuu sighed out, “Yeah it was, but at least we can look forward to tomorrow.” Grim said, seeming chipper, “Huh?” Yuu looked at her roommate confused. “What do you mean?” Grim paused, realizing that he had forgotten to tell her about the deal he and Ortho made, while she was gone. “I’ll tell you when we get home, speaking of which, I'll race ya!” Grim said, taking off to the rusty dorm. “Grim!” Yuu called after him, giving chase. 

Grim busted through the door, startling the ghost, “Whoa, Grim it is rare for you to give us a fright!” The ghost laughs, but stops when they see Grim take off to hide behind the curtains. Soon after, Yuu came through the door looking around, she stopped smiling at the ghost. “Hey guys, I'm back how was your day?” She asked nicely, they sweat dropped, not knowing what to make of the situation. “Oh it was good, thanks Yuu, how was yours?” “Depending on what Grim tells me, my answer may vary.” Yuu said, before heading to the curtain with the obvious shadow silhouette of Grim. 

She pulled the curtains back, causing grim to let out a yelp of fright.  “Grim.” Yuu smiled, her face tense, her eyes piercing his soul. “Tell me. Now.” Grim looked away from Yuu, refusing to meet her eyes, hatting feeling cornered. “Me and Ortho talked about your food that you packed for lunch today, and he seemed interested in it.” Yuu listened, waiting for the bolder he was going to drop on her. “And then he brought up Idia, like always, and I sorta told him that you would make lunch for Idia.” Grim said, closing his eyes, waiting for Yuu to yell at him. 

But it never came. 

Yuu paused for a moment, “Oh Ok.” She said, before walking to the kitchen. Grim and the ghost watch her, not understanding her calmness. Grim and the ghost peeked in the kitchen, seeing Yuu getting food ready. “Grim, I’ll make you some for dinner so I can get some quick practice in.” Yuu said, seeing Grim and the ghost standing in the doorway. “Ah ok…” Grim slowly back away, the ghost floating with him. “Huh I expect her to be more angry with the way she came in here.” one of the ghosts said, pointing to the chicken wearing a confused expression. 

In the kitchen, as Yuu prepared the dishes she was going to use, her head was screaming at her. ‘AHHHHH!!!! I’ve been wanting to cook for Idia since we talked about food in anime, and recreating it!!!’ she silently screamed, feeling very motivated. ‘But which meal should I make?’ Yuu began to scramble ideas together. 

At Ignihyde dorm, Ortho was explaining to his brother that he had a surprise for him. Idia looked at his little brother, with a small smile. “What kind of surprise?” Ortho beamed with joy, not being able to keep his thoughts to himself. “Me and Grim made a deal, in exchange for a canned tuna, Yuu will be making you a meal from her world, that seems to share similar food to the ones you see in manga!” Ortho cheered, hoping his brother would be delighted by the news. But when he looked at his brother he saw that he was frozen stiff. “Idia?” Ortho called, trying to get his older brother to respond. “A meal…..from Yuu….. the ones we see in manga and anime…..” Idia slowly processed the information, of being told that his crush is going to make him home made food, and food that is a live adaptation from his obsession. 

“Which route do I pick!” Idia yelled standing up, he went to move, but ended up tripping over something on the floor. “Idia! Are you ok?” Ortho asked, helping his brother up. “I’m fine!” He said standing up, “Wait, will she bring my lunch here? There's no way I can eat in the cafeteria. But what if she waits there, and I'm a no show?!”  Idia hair became brighter, as he was getting worked up. “Is this the part of the sim where I’m supposed to message her in order to activate the lunch event?” Idia continued to panic, his little brother trying to calm him down. 

The next day, Yuu received a text early in the morning from Idia. 

Idia: ortho told me you were making me lunch. Thanks. Please bring it to my dorm room. 

Yuu read it, and smiled, she texted back. 

Yuu: It's no problem, happy to do it, I'll see you at noon! 

Yuu knew it was best to get to the point with Idia, since he would panic about her taking so long to answer. Unaware of the little jump scare she gave the poor boy when his phone went off. 

Later that day, Yuu had made it to Ignihyde, the hallways empty, and the dorm quiet. Yuu wondered around, before finding her way to Idia room. 

She stood in front of the door, trying to contain her nerves. ‘It’s fine…just your crush eating your food, that you made yourself.’ Yuu’s thoughts betraying her. She decided to just knock on the door. 

She heard some shuffling, before a loud bang, causing her to move back from the door. “One sec!” a voice called out on the other side. The door opened a crack, Idia peeking through the small crack. “H-Hello…” Idia muttered out. Yuu smiled at him, causing Idia’s cheeks to heat up. “Hey, I brought the food.” Yuu said, holding up the wrapped bento box. Idia eyes widened in awe, it looked just like the ones he’s seen drawn many times. 

Idia slowly opened the door more, moving to the side, “C-Come on in….” He stuttered quietly, avoiding eye contact with Yuu. “Thank you for having me.” She said, walking in. she had been to Idia room before, which made her notice the new figures upon his shelves, and a small table in the middle of the room, that was low to the ground, just allowing enough room to place your legs under. “Is that?” Yuu asked looking at Idia curiously, “W-Well, since we are having food I’ve only seen in manga, I thought it would be cool to have the proper setting ....so I built this.” Idia said quickly, feeling embarrassed and anxious about accidentally offending Yuu. 

Yuu just smiled, appreciated the sentiment behind the table. “That's awesome.” Idia felt his ego stat go up. “Well yeah, it was pretty simple for a genius like me.” Idia shrugs, feeling more confident, if there was something he would always trust on, it would be his work. Yuu smiled, and went to sit at the small table, placing the bento box upon it. She saw that there were small throw pillows for her to sit on. 

They both take a seat, Idia eyes not leaving the wrapped bento. “Wait, did you bring something for you to eat?” Idia asked, shooting a quick look at Yuu. “Ah no, I had planned to, but there was a small problem.” Yuu said, thinking about the morning incident, where Grim was being pushy about what Yuu was making for Idia. When he had unexpectedly jumped onto her back, causing her to jump and drop her portion on the floor. 

Idia looked around, trying to think of something, but then he remembered that he did have something in here she could eat. “Pause for a sec.” He said standing up, moving to his desk, looking around a bag before finding what he was looking for. Yuu watched him curiously, wondering what he was grabbing.  “Ha!” He said, before getting embarrassed realizing he did that out loud in front of Yuu. “Ahem I mean….here, you can have this.” Idia said, holding out a decorated cup of noodles. “Oh thanks, I haven’t seen this flavor before.” Yuu said, checking out the packaging. “Uh yeah it's a limited time flavor, but I bought a couple of them, so I'm stocked up.” Idia said, moving to his eclectic kettle. 

Once the water poured, they covered the noodles to let it sit. “While we’re waiting, you want to try the food, before it fully cools.” Yuu said, making Idia tense up, “Oh uh yeah, thanks.” Idia moved the bento box closer to him. Yuu watched him, as he opened the bento up, but what caught her off guard was the sudden excitement that overcame Idia’s face. 

“S-S-S…..So Cute!!” Idia said, his hair flickering pink, a smile overcoming his face. “It looks just like a cat! And it smells and looks delicious.” Idia exclaimed in pure awe over the food. Yuu could stop the small laugh to escape, as she watched Idia. Idia snapped out of his excitement, when he heard her laugh. “I-I-I.” “Why don't you try it?” Yuu said, trying to save Idia from embarrassment. “Right!” He said, picking up his fork and taking a bite from the food. “This is called Omurice.” Idia hummed, enjoying the flavor. “It’s made of a savory fried rice wrapped in a fluffy omelet, with some ketchup art.” Yuu said, feeling a bit embarrassed, wondering if she went overboard with the design. 

“It’s good.” Idia said, as he ate, taking another bite. Yuu felt her cheeks heat up, she then realized that her noodles should be done. “Ah guess I should eat too.” Idia then tensed up, his crush was about to eat something that he had given her. I'm sure she’ll like it, I mean it's really good, but her food definitely tastes better, after all she put so much work into this….’ Idia thoughts then began to spiral down, ‘Wait, what if she doesn't like it, what if she realizes that while she put a lot of effort into this, I didn't put any into hers.’ Idia went to say something, but stopped himself.  

Yuu doesn't realize the spiral the boy in front of her is going through, she just eats the noodles, being careful not to slurp, not wanting to be rude. She hummed in delight, she was pleasantly surprised, she didn't know what to expect so she was unprepared for the lovely flavor. “This is great.” She said, before going for some more. Idia calmed down, smiling as he watched her joyful expression as she ate. “You know…..” Idia took a breath, deciding to go for it. “If you want to have lunch with me again, that would be fine.” Idia said quietly. Yuu looked surprised, but smiled warmly at him. “That would be nice.” Idia hair flickered pink for a moment, before he took another bite, trying to distract himself. 

Some food can make someone feel like they go from Zero to Hero.

Grim was sitting happily outside of Ramshackle, late at night, he kept looking around, as if he was doing something he wasn't supposed to. He laughed as he took out a bowl of something sweet. “Finally.” Grim said, getting ready to take a bite from his food when a voice spoke beside him. “What do we have here?” Malleus asked, looking down at Grim, who yelped in fright. “Hornton! Don't do that!” Grim said, trying to steady his breath. 

Malleus chuckled at Grim’s reactions, “Apologies Grim, I was just curious about what could have you so on edge, but it seems…” Mallues trails off looking at the bowl that had some kind of sweet within it. “Sweets, and ones I’ve not seen before.” Mallues said curiously. “Oh yeah Yuu made these for me, and they are really good.” Grim said, holding up the sweet to show it off. “It's something puff.” Grim said, before taking a bite, causing his chin to be covered in cream. Malleus smirked upon the mess Grim made of himself, “Child of man made those?” Grim let out a noise of confirmation. 

Malleus thought for a moment, having an idea. “Grim, do you believe that Yuu would be willing to make me something as well? I am quite curious about the food from their world and what it tastes like.” Grim paused, swallowing what food he had in his mouth. “Maybe....but it’s gonna cost ya!” Grim said, looking at Malleus with a smirk. Malleus raised a brow, “Oh what exactly?” Grim stood up, and held his paw up looking serious. “A can of tuna!” Malleus' eyes widened in surprise, before they relaxed as he chuckled. “Ah, how simple.” He whispered to himself, “As you wish Grim, if child of man makes me a personal sweet, I shall grant you a can of tuna.” Malleus said, and Grim nodded proudly. “You got it.” Within a flash, Malleus was gone, leaving small green lights behind.  

Grim made his way back inside, with the now empty bowl, however before he could fully go in, he ran into a pair of legs. Grim stumbled back before looking up and seeing an annoyed Yuu. “Grim…” She growled out sending a shiver up his spine. “I didn't do it!” He said, hiding the bowl behind him, but not fooling anyone. “Uh huh, go put the bowl away, I saw some lights, so Hornton must be out there right.” Yuu said, going to move past Grim. “Oh he already left.” Grim said, before she could fully step outside. “Oh, that was quick, he usually sticks around longer.” Yuu said, her voice filled with a hint of disappointment. “Well good news you can see him for longer tomorrow.” Yuu looked at Grim confused, “What, does he have something planned?” Grim nodded, “Yep, I promised him that you would make something sweet from your world.” Grim said, smiling with no care in the world. 

“You what?!” Yuu yelled, causing Grim to drop the bowl, which luckily didn't break since grim is close to the ground. “On top of eating the rest of the cream puffs I just made, you go and sign me up to cook more without asking me!” Yuu began to scold Grim, not letting him get a word in. 

After sending Grim to bed, Yuu stood in the kitchen, not knowing what to do. Her heart wouldn't calm down. Having Malleus eat her food, “He’s a prince and a fae, he most likely has had the best food in the world.” She whispered to herself, feeling anxious on how he would react to her food in comparison. “Ok think about what he likes, you know that much.” She reassured herself, thinking back to the talks they would have nightly. 

While Yuu was brain storming, Malleus returned to his room feeling quite chipper. “This will be interesting.” He said to himself, the smile never leaving his face. The sky began to clear of any clouds that remained in the sky. “A meal prepared just for me by Yuu…” A light blush covered Malleus' ears, as he rejoiced in the thought. Malleus went to sleep, filled with excitement. 

The next evening, Yuu had finished pulling the small cake cups out of the oven, letting them cool for a moment. She had sent Grim to stay the night with Ace and Deuce, which she had to bribe with some sweets of their own. “Ok, it's fine, you deal with much scarier things than your crush trying your food.” She said to herself, trying to calm her nerves. However she jumped when the door received a firm knock upon it. 

She quickly made her way to the door, cringing at each floor board giving her steps away with a loud squeak. She brushed herself off before opening the door, greeted with a friendly, smiling, Malleus. “Evening Yuu, thank you for having me.” Malleus greeted, with his natural princely charm. “Hi Hornton, please come in.” Yuu said, waving her hand for him to come in. 

Yuu escorted him to the lounge, “Have a seat, I’ll go grab our sweet treat.” She said, with a warm smile, which Malleus matched, watching her disappear into the kitchen. He took a seat upon the couch, looking around. He saw that a few cracks in the walls were now filled with tape, and the broken furniture scraps were now gone. “I should have a chat with the headmage.” Malleus noted to himself out loud, not liking the living situation some dear to him is being forced in. “Here we are.” YYuu called, walking back into the room, with two small cake cups that had homemade cookies, with extra chocolate and vanilla ice cream on top. 

Malleus watched as she placed it in front of him, his eyes lit with delight. “This is marvelous." Yuu looked at him confused, “It's just something simple really.” Mallues smiled at her, “You took the time and effort to make this for me, that in itself is marvelous." Yuu felt her cheeks heat up, upon the natural charm Malleus laid upon her. “Well, we should eat before the ice cream fully melts.” Yuu said, trying to hide her embarrassment, which Malleus noticed and smirked at. “Yes, let’s.” 

They both took their spoons, and began eating. Malleus hummed in delight, pleasantly surprised with the warmness of the cookie, mixed in with the cold sweetness of the ice cream. “Looks like you are enjoying it.” Yuu said, feeling proud by Malleus' reaction. Malleus paused, not realizing that he was letting his true emotions show. “I am, thank you Yuu. This is a very sweet treasure.” Malleus said, his eyes filled with utter adoration as he looked into Yuu’s. 

He turned back at his desk that he was reading at, he walked over, closing the book, before picking it up to place it back upon his bookshelf. As his back is turned, Jazz and Guy walk through the small door in the wall that was placed for them, they look around and see Charm standing at his book shelf, looking over the title of the books. 

They began jumping up and down calling out to him, trying to get his attention. Charm didn't notice them, too deep into his thoughts. “Pwince!” Some birds chirped near him, he looked at them confused before they made their way to the desk where his drink laid. He turned and saw that his two leading mice had returned, Guy had fallen into his coffee, while Jazz was waving his little paws around frantically. 

“Guy! Jazz!” Charm said, moving to the desk to be able to listen better to the two small mice. “We found her! Yes! Yes!” Jazz said excitedly, “Wait, you know for sure that it's her?” Charm asked, looking between the mice, Jazz nodded, but Guy shook his head. “Yes””No” the two mice looked at each other, both sharing a confused face. Charm just shook his head, “Ok we can still check it out, where were you when you saw her?” They both answered again, but once again different answers. “Royal” “Raven!” Jazz looked annoyed at Guy, knowing that his information was the right one. “Don't listen to Guy-Guy! It's Raven!” “No, it's Royal!” Guy said, crossing his arms, not backing down about his answer. 

Charm turned away, as the two continued to go back and forth. Charm heads to the door, running to the hall. His father was walking down that hall, and panicked when he saw his son running to him. “Whoa boy, what is it? What’s the matter?” The king asked, very concerned for his son. “The mice said they may have found her.” The king’s eyes widened, “She’s either at royal sword college or at night raven college.” The king became confused, “Those are both all male academies, son. Not to mention, we did send messages to the school, making them aware of our search.” King Kingston watched his son, who did not falter on his answer. “Father, I’m sure about this.” The king sighed, knowing his son was not going to give this up. “Alright, we shall send Sebastian to look into both academies.” Prince Charm lit up, “Thank you father.” 

Yuu sneezed into her arm, as she walked down the path with Deuce, Ace, and Grim. “Bless you.” The three said at the same time, deuce looked at her in concern. “You feeling ok?” He asked, as he walked on her left. “Yeah, someone must be talking about me.” Yuu joked, Deuce smiled at her joked, and Ace rolled his eyes. “That most likely means you're in trouble again.” Ace said, walking with hands behind his head. Yuu glared at him, “I'm not the one who gets into trouble.” She hints, casting a glance as Grim, who was walking blissfully unaware. “Yeah, at least we don't get in trouble for taking someone's food.” Ace picked up grim by his collar. “Yeah well at least I didn’t set fire to a royal ball room.” They began to go back and forth about who got in trouble the most. 

Deuce and Yuu shared a look and just laughed at the two antics. “Oh right, what are you going to do with that dress from the ball?” Yuu thought for a moment, “I don't know, I don't think there will be a chance to wear it again.” “Non Non!” A voice dramatically called out. “You should keep that lovely dress, it truly shows off your beauty.” Rook said, whipping a tear from his eye. “Ah!” The first years jumped back from their upper classmen. “Rook!?” 

Rook laughed, “Ah what a lively group of youth!” He then turned to Yuu, “As I was saying dear Trickster, you should keep the dress, Monsieur Beakfish and Roi du Poison, placed a lot of passion within each stitch. It suited you quite beautifully as well, you are a breathtaking sight.” Rook said, smiling warmly at Yuu, who was blushing due to Rook's compliments. “Thanks Rook.” Yuu shyly said, looking away from the vice housewarden. 

“But it is an incomplete set, since I only have one shoe.” Yuu admitted, still feeling bad that she lost it. Even though Trein told her it was fine, and that he did not blame her, that it was better that she worried for her own safety rather than her outfit. Yuu had promised to try and get it back, but she still hasn't figured out how. “Ah that is a tragedy, but do not worry, it’s like that old tale.” Rook smiled, trying to comfort the magic Perfect. “Oh you mean the one about the mystery princess who lost her shoe?” Ace asked, recalling the old tale he used to read as a child.  “Ah right I read that when I was little, it was a way for her prince to find her right?” Deuce asked, trying to remember how the story went. “Hahaha that kind of sounds like Yuu’s situation, losing a shoe and all.” Grim said laughing at the thought, Deuce, Ace, and Rook froze thinking about how true Grim’s words were. “Wait, I did hear something going around town about-” Ace was cut off when all their phones went off at the same time. 

They all opened their messages, it was from Crowley. “All students must return to their dorms immediately, housewardens are to do a head count and report back in.” The group read, “What the seven?” Deuce said confused, looking around, seeing that everyone was just as confused as him. “It's best for what the Headmage says, you should all return to your dorms.” Rook said, going into vice housewarden mode. The freshman nodded, heading back to their dorms, separating ways.

Yuu and Grim sat on the couch in the lounge, the ghost floating over them. They all looked at the phone that was set on the table in front of them, waiting for a message. “The headmage didn't say anything about what this is about?” One of the ghosts asks, trying to figure out the situation. “He just told everyone to get back to their dorms.” Grim said, crossing his arms, looking annoyed. 

Yuu picked up the phone to text Ace and Deuce, hoping Riddle had said something about the situation. She was interrupted, when the door to the dorm received a knock. The ramshackle's residence looked to the door, not moving. “What should we do?” Yuu whispered, looking at Grim and the ghost. The ghost shrugged, and Grim seemed as confused as her. “Crolwey said for everyone to return to their dorms, so if someone is knocking on our door….” There was another knock making Grim jump, standing on edge. “We might be under attack!” Grim said panicking, hiding behind Yuu. “I’ll go look from the window.” One of the ghosts volunteered, going through the ceiling. 

Yuu, Grim and the two other ghosts waited for him to come back. Yuu took a breath before standing up, she looked around and saw the wooden staff Sebek had given her was laying against the wall. She grabbed it, and walked to the door, Grim followed closely behind her. 

The ghost floated back down, and saw that the two were heading to the door, and went to stop them. “Wait Yuu! Grim!” The ghost called out, making the two jumps turn to him, “Don't do that!” the ghost chuckled, “Sorry, but I saw who it was and its Crowley, and another man I do not recognize."  Yuu and Grim shared a look, Yuu placed the staff down, hiding it out of sight. 

She took a breath and then opened the door, “Headmage?” Yuu asked, feeling relieved to see that it was Crowley. “Yuu, apologies if we caused you some distress, but this gentleman has something to ask you.” Crowley said, referring to the well dressed man standing next to him. “It’s ok, please come in.” Yuu said stepping to the side, Grim glared at the man besides Crowley, not trusting him. 

They walked to the lounge, Yuu and Grim sticking close to Crewel, who kept sending them reassuring looks. “Apologies for the sudden visit.” Sebastian bowed lightly to Yuu, taking a glance at her feet. “We apologize for the incident at the ball, he promised we have people looking into it.” Grim stiffens up, Crowley sends him a look but doesn't say anything. “It's fine, no one planned for it to happen.” Yuu said, trying to break the tension in the air, that Sebastian didn't seem to catch. “However, the reason I’m here today is to find the owner of this lost item.” Yuu perked up, hoping it is what she thinks it is. 

Sebastian opened a box, and there laid on a pillow a glass slipper, ‘They found it!” Yuu thought, feeling relieved that she could return the slipper to Trein. “May I ask you to try it on to test if it fits.” Sebastian asked, gesturing to one of the lounge chairs. “Oh uh.” Yuu looked at Crowley, who seemed unsure of what to do as well. “It's up to you pup.” Crewel said, but silently letting her know that he will be with her if she needs him. Yuu smiled, feeling more confident with grim and the ghost with her. 

Yuu sat down removing her house slippers, she did not trust to walk barefoot in this dorm. Sebastian smiled, bringing the slipper to her feet, and placing it upon her foot. It was a perfect fit. “It fits!” Sebastian said in relief. Yuu didn't know why he was so happy, but it caused a bad feeling to overcome her. “Yes, so may I get it back please.” Yuu asked, with an awkward smile. “Of course, after all we’ll want to show the king and prince.” Now Yuu was very confused, “What why?” Yuu asked, tilting her head. “Oh did you not hear? King Kingston has decreed that if the shoe fits she shall marry the prince.” Sebastian said, not thinking anything was wrong with his statement. 

Crowley, Grim, the ghost and Yuu froze, before all letting out a surprise, “Wha!” 

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I’m sorry this was later than it should have been, but a few issues came up and it prevented me from working on this chapter. 

I also want to make it clear that with the picture, all the skill I had went into the mice obviously, because Charm ended up looking a little goofy.