Special Alice (Gakuen Alice / Alice Academy FF)

SA 92 - Family

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The High School Principal settled into his chair, a somber expression on his face. " Ashikaga Misaki... what an unfortunate child," he remarked.

Ryosuke stood near the entrance of Yuka's hiding spot, his sigh carrying the weight of the situation. " It seems they're not willing to leave the academy."

Narumi glanced at him, a mix of disbelief and frustration in his eyes. " You..."

Jinno swiftly raised his hand in front of Narumi, preventing any impulsive actions.

" Misaki... If this situation escalates, it might be too late for us to rescue her," Ryosuke said, his gaze shifting to the High School Principal.

" High School Principal, you were aware of her and her abilities, yet you allowed her to be manipulated by the ESP. If he finds out..." Sakurano expressed his concern with a worried tone.

The High School Principal nodded, acknowledging the gravity of the situation. " I know. That's why she needs to leave."

Yuka rose from the ground, brushing off her pants, her thoughts aligning with those of the High School Principal. " She's just like her mother. I'm confident that she and my daughter will make the right decision."

Narumi clenched his fists, a complex mix of emotions coursing through him. " You... will escape once more—"

Yuka met his gaze, her eyes reflecting a range of emotions. " Naru... You know what's best for these children... But—"

Suddenly, the door burst open, revealing an enraged woman with pink hair. Her entrance was startling, causing a brief moment of silence in the room.

Subaru and Sakurano immediately focused on the door, their expressions reflecting the tension in the room.

" What did that scoundrel do to my precious Misaki?!" she fumed, her anger evident in her fierce eyes.

She exuded a menacing aura, causing Yuka and the others to fix their attention on her.

" Mina..." she muttered, her voice holding a mix of relief and surprise, as it had been a long time since she had seen the woman.

The High School Principal assessed the situation. " Now that we're all here... we'll need to wait for their decision."

Mina strode into the room, her gaze sweeping over everyone present.

" Where is my daughter?!" she shouted, her palms emitting a bright light that filled the room.

" Masachika-san..." Jinno Sensei attempted to intervene, speaking in a calming tone.

Narumi, puzzled by the unexpected display, questioned her, " What Alice..." knowing that Mina only possessed teleportation and barrier Alice abilities.

Sakurano spoke calmly, " Mina-san, she'll be here soon. Please, calm down."

Mina closed her palms, extinguishing the light, but her questions remained. " Why did you call me here? What has he done to her?" Her worry was palpable, given Misaki's condition inside the academy.

Yuka addressed her, saying her name. Mina's head snapped toward her, and she was quick to embrace Yuka, her relief evident.

" She didn't even look at me," Ryosuke sighed, disappointment evident in his voice.

The High School Principal was relieved to see Mina's well-being. " I see, you now have the Alice Stone of Light. Given your family, the Masachikas, it's not surprising that you indeed excel."

Mina nodded, expressing her gratitude for being under his care since she entered the High School Division.

Ryosuke called her, and her head snapped to him upon hearing his familiar voice.

" You..." she gasped, blinking repeatedly to convince herself she wasn't dreaming.

" Is this real?" Mina asked, glancing at Yuka, who nodded.

Mina looked back at Ryosuke, who stood by the door. Her initial shock turned to anger as she questioned him, " You've been alive all this time, you punk?!" She teleported in front of Ryosuke and delivered a swift gut punch.

" Ouch! I love you too, sweetie." Ryosuke cried out, clutching his abdomen and dropping to his knees.

Mina's anger gave way to more questions and hurt. " You died. They got you. How are you even alive? Yet you didn't tell me. All these years... Is this a joke to you?!"

Ryosuke got up and hugged Mina tightly, finding solace in the warmth and scent he had missed for years.

" I'm sorry... I've been with Yuka, opposing the ESP. We defected from the Z organization to save Misaki and Mikan from those devils," Ryosuke explained, eventually calming Mina.

He patted her back gently. " She saved me from the crash."

" Thank you for taking care of him, Yuka-chan. I hope he didn't give you a headache..." Mina expressed her gratitude and pulled away from her husband. " Like he used to give me," she whispered but made sure it was loud enough for Ryosuke to hear.

Ryosuke scoffed and stared at her in disbelief. " You..."

Before he could retort, Mina's glare silenced him.

Yuka smiled, observing how Mina and Ryosuke had preserved their relationship after years apart. Their love remained unchanged, evident in the way they looked at each other.

" Now, Mina-san, we'd like you to take your daughter as far away as possible. Her presence in the academy would pique the Elementary School Principal's interest..." The High School Principal explained. He was deeply disgusted by the wicked Elementary School Principal and wished the best for Mikan and Misaki, all while seeking to thwart the ESP.

It might require enormous effort, and possibly even lives, to succeed, given the cunning nature of that man. In the end, the High School Principal had been watching over the two students, even instructing Goshima to save Misaki from the Fuukitai.

" So... that man used Misaki? Naru—uhmm, Sensei..." Mina asked Narumi, given their history of working on missions together.

" She had already been on missions. Her health deteriorated from the constant use of her Alice," Narumi truthfully explained.

Mina's fury flared up again. " That old man! I'll get him one day, I'll seriously snap him to pieces!" she vowed, her teeth gritted.