The next few weeks were a bit of a shock to say the least. My environment changed dramatically, and I wasn’t really sure how to feel about it. The bullying had stopped and Shu had been hanging around me more lately, so I was faced with a dilemma of sorts. I was happy that the harassment had stopped and my life returned to the semi-normalcy that I had been living since I started high school, but it wasn't completely normal since I now had the eldest Sakamaki brother hanging around during every break the school allowed.
I knew what he wanted too. He would drag me off during each break and take about ten deep gulps of my blood. Yes, before you ask, I have been counting. It was the only thing helping me stay somewhat sane. He seemed to be somewhat mindful of the fact that I needed the blood flowing through my veins to stay alive, but usually that didn’t stop him from taking his fill. I also figured out that I was one of only a few humans in this school. The rest, sadly, were blood thirsty vampires that were staring at each and every one of us as if we would be their next meal. It was very... Creepy, for lack of a better word.
The bell rang for lunch to begin and I stood up. I knew that Shu would be there any second now, and I didn't want to keep him waiting. The faster it ends, the quicker I'll be able to eat my own meal. As I reached the door, I saw him. He leaned against the wall opposite the door, his eyes closed. I shook my head as I poked his arm, causing his eyes to crack open.
"Are you just going to stand there, or are we going to go? I'm starving," I said as I began walking toward the empty music room. It had become his little feeding ground, though I don't know why. Could it be because he liked the room? Sometimes I wish I knew his thought process.
I opened the door and walked in, mentally preparing myself for what was about to happen. Once I heard the door closed, my neck was tilted and he bit down. I gasped at the sudden pain, surprised at the harshness of it. I started counting to get my mind off of it.
One.. Two... Three.... Four..... Five...... Six….... Seven........ Eight......... Nine…….... Ten……..... Eleven... Wait, what?
I tried to pull away but he wrapped his arm around my waist and pulled me back against him. He kept drinking, and I started to feel lightheaded. "Sh-Shu...?" I shakily asked, losing the feeling in my legs and arms.
He stopped and just stood there for the longest time before gently pulling away. He kept his hold on me, though, as I leaned against him. "... Sorry," He whispered softly against my ear. "Are you....alright?"
"Should be... What happened?" I asked, glancing up at him through clouded eyes. "Were you upset by something?"
"It's nothing you need to worry about," He said softly as he slowly pulled away. "Do you want to go to the... infirmary?"
"No, it wasn't that bad. I'll be fine," I said as I laid a shaky hand on his arm and giving him a small, weak smile. "But you could help me to class?"
He only nodded as he took my arm, dragging me out of the room. He led me to my classroom and then left. I barely made it to my seat as I laid my head down. I felt dizzy and lightheaded. I was about to fall asleep when the bell rang and I groaned. Class... I completely forgot. The teacher walked in and I begrudgingly sat up. I had to pay attention.
..............
By the time the last bell rang, I felt dead. My pulse had dropped considerably and I could hear it's slow pace in my ears. He had never sucked that much at one time before. I stood up and gathered my stuff, fearing my walk home. I had just made it out the door when the dizziness came back and I fell, but somehow I never hit the floor.
I looked up through dead eyes to see Shu staring down at me. Of course he was there. The one time he wasn't lazy. "... Sorry," I murmured, my voice barely above a whisper.
"It's my fault... I'll take you home," He said slowly, picking me up and carrying me out. His brothers were waiting outside, which honestly surprised me. "Let's go." They all headed toward the awaiting parked limousine. Shu set me down once the door was opened and, once everyone was in, it started moving.
I drifted in and out of consciousness as the ride progressed, completely unable to respond to any of the questions or taunts thrown my way. I just leaned against Shu's shoulder, listening to my own heartbeat slowing. "Hey Shu... This may a bad time to tell you... I'm anemic, and I think you... may have taken a bit too much..."
I could just feel all their eyes drift in my direction. Maybe it was a bad time. I could hear someone on the other side of the limo groan and others were moving. I heard Shu sigh. “Yes, I know.” He shifted slightly, turning his head, seemingly to look at someone.
"How could you take from her when it should be obvious to you that she's anemic?" Someone asked with disgust. It sounded closer, so maybe Reiji.
"It didn't seem that bad..." Shu replied, wrapping an arm around my shoulders and bringing me closer. "But now, I'm not so sure..." he added, seeming to fidget. It seemed odd. But why?
"Excuse me? Anemic people shouldn't be losing as much blood as you have been taking! And now she might die and we can't have that on our heads while we are dealing with the Mukami brothers."
Shu grunted at that and tightened his hold. The only thing running through my head at this point was the name just mentioned. Why was the name Mukami so familiar? But, before I could ask, I passed out. I just wondered through the darkness, feeling lost and weak. I didn't know what was going on and I was definitely confused. I didn't know what to do but I felt calm. I wondered how long I would be here, but I also, strangely, didn't want to leave. I just relaxed and let it be, enjoying the peace.
