Special Alice (Gakuen Alice / Alice Academy FF)

SA 30 - Trap

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Misaki and Natsume returned from their rendezvous found Ruka and Tsubasa senpai, in an unusual state of inebriation. Mikan also had just returned.

As they all gathered, they were taken aback by the unexpected scene before them. Tsubasa, grinning widely, appeared to be the most affected by the alcohol. Ruka, on the other hand, blushed cutely and clung to Penguin. It was quite a sight.

" Eh?" gasped Misaki as she observed the scene. Tsubasa senpai noticed their presence and grinned widely, appearing quite amused by the situation.

" Looks like we're in for a headache! Hahaha!" he slurred, seemingly in high spirits. Ruka, on the other hand, had a charming blush as he cuddled Penguin. Misaki couldn't help but wonder what had transpired.

" It appears Penguin has brought back grapes that contain alcohol," Ruka snickered, his amusement evident.

Mikan suddenly found herself in Tsubasa senpai's arms, while Natsume held Penguin's head, looking incredibly irritated.

" I'm gonna burn you to a crisp," Natsume taunted. Misaki let out a sigh and grabbed Natsume's arm, which was holding Penguin.

" Hey, calm down," she said, sweat dropping as she secured Penguin away from Natsume.

Tsubasa suddenly beamed, his attention shifting to Mikan. " Woah, Mikan~! You look especially cute today!" Mikan wriggled in Tsubasa's grasp, attempting to free herself.

Ruka, in his drunken state, couldn't tolerate this and pushed Tsubasa senpai away from Mikan. Instead, he hugged her, his adorable frown highlighting his confusion.

" Stop bothering her, you human," he slurred. Mikan blushed at the unexpected turn of events, uncertain of how to react but gave Ruka a nice gentle pat on the head.

Tsubasa was soon shaken awake, no longer appearing drunk and maintaining control. Natsume sighed as he saw Ruka, and he took Ruka, who was now holding onto him tightly. Ruka clung to Natsume as they both fell asleep, with Ruka clutching Natsume's hand.

Mikan slept beside Misaki, while Tsubasa senpai tended to the fire to keep them warm. " Aren't you going to sleep, senpai?" Misaki asked with concern.

" I don't feel sleepy, and it wouldn't be wise to sleep without someone on guard," he explained, his condition showing the effects of being beaten up by Natsume for providing Ruka with grapes.

" Alright, good night, senpai," Misaki said as she settled down to sleep, secretly placing a barrier around them to protect them from any potential harm.

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Misaki's eyes shot open when she felt a throbbing pain in her head. She felt nauseous, and her chest seemed to tighten. She clenched her lips together to stifle any whimper.

Gazing up at the sky, she noticed that the sun was nearly rising. The entire group, including Natsume, Ruka, Mikan, Penguin, and Tsubasa senpai, was still sound asleep. Misaki had dispelled the weakened barrier, so she carefully stumbled towards the nearby lake, trying not to wake them.

" Ugh," she groaned softly, doing her best to avoid waking anyone. She covered her nose and mouth with her hand until she reached the lake.

Her breathing felt odd, and she experienced a series of coughing fits. Maybe it's just a cold, she reasoned. She cleared her throat, hoping it would alleviate her discomfort.

Once she removed her hand, she noticed blood on it. It was from her cough. Panicked, she scooped up some water from the lake and washed away the blood on the grass, taking great care to avoid staining her clothes. Then she allowed her nosebleed to flow carefully.