One Rose (Subaru Sakamaki x OC)

12-Unwanted Students

Raiya's POV:

Ever since what had happened between me and Subaru a few nights ago, we became much closer. I was walking to school beside him with his brothers behind us as I casually talked, receiving slightly longer answers than before. Today was pretty cold so I opted on Subaru's large jacket along with a sweater underneath and some jeans. Subaru was wearing a red T-shirt along with some black trousers and I looked at him questioningly.

"Are you not cold?"

"Of course not," he said gruffly.

"Here, I'll give this back to you."

I took off the jacket and handed it to him only for him to place it back on my shoulders.

"I'm not weak like you. You need it more anyways."

I smiled up at him, squeezing his cheek.

"Oh, a tsundere. That's so cute."

"S-SHUT UP. DON'T TOUCH ME."

I rolled my eyes as I pulled away, giving him a pout.

"Don't be mean, Subaru. I know you love the attention."

I snickered, walking slightly faster.

"YOU!"

I turned and faced him, sticking my tongue out until I hit something hard. Arms grabbed my shoulder and I turned forward, looking at one of the boys I had seen with Kou. This one had black hair with white tips and a black choker around his neck. He was holding some sort of book and everything about him screamed edge lord. I was suddenly pulled away from him and Subaru pushed me behind him, growling.

"What are you doing here?"

I was suddenly pulled in another direction and I frowned, not liking how I was being treated like a rag doll. Kou's face made itself comfortable next to my neck, sniffing lightly.

"Raiya!"

I elbowed the male behind me hard and he let me go, groaning. I went back to Subaru's side, crossing my arms. Two other boys showed up, a giant and a boy covered in bandages. I eyed the one in bandages, feeling a motherly urge come over me.

"He's so cute," I whispered.

"He's not so cute when you get to know the real Azusa," Shu said from behind us, yawning.

I totally forgot the rest of the brothers were still here, giving me a small surprise. Reiji stepped forward, pushing up his glasses.

"And what are you four doing here now?"

"We're all going to your guys' school now!" Kou said excitedly.

I sweatdropped as the Sakamaki brothers' expressions instantly darkened. I grabbed Subaru's hand and tugged on it.

"Let's just go. Don't mind them." I said softly.

He didn't budge but after a few more comforting words from me, he finally moved.

"I'll see you in class, M-Neko chan!"

I shook my head and continued walking, not looking back. I saw Yukiko waiting at the entrance of the school and I waved at her. The female's eyes widened as she looked down at our hands, which haven't let go of each other since the meeting with Kou and his friends. I let go, turning slightly pink.

"Sorry."

"You don't have to apologize."

I looked back and noticed his cheeks were pink too, making my cheeks turn darker. We stood there awkwardly until he spoke first.

"Let's go to class," he said gruffly.

I nodded and followed behind him as Yukiko made her way next to me.

"What was that all about?" she asked excitedly.

I pushed her face away, frowning.

"Nothing."

"Yeah right! Your face-"

I covered her mouth, glaring at her with a look on my face that said don't talk. She nodded and I pulled her away from behind Subaru, waiting for him to turn the corner.

"Can you be any louder?" I growled.

"Sorry! You know, your mask is actually falling Rai. Especially around that Subaru guy."

I sighed, looking out the window.

"I know. But he's a special case. I can't leave him alone."

"Why can't you leave him alone?"

"I can't tell you Yu. Maybe in the future but not right now."

"Ok, I trust that you're making the right decisions Rai. Let's go to class."

I nodded gratefully and walked with her to class, sitting behind Subaru as usual. Suddenly, the door burst open and Kou and the giant walked in. I made eye contact with them, which I regret dearly. They walked over to our table and I saw Yukiko fangirling out of the corner of my eye.

"Hi there M-Neko chan!"

I ignored him, flicking eraser bits into Subaru's hair.

"OH MY GOD, YOU'RE KOU MUKAMI!" Yukiko screamed and I held my ear from the loud noise.

"Ara, it looks like I have a fan!"

"Ah, if you're a fan, I have an idea!" I said.

I stood up and moved to the seat on Subaru's right, giving Yukiko a thumbs up. She was literally shaking with excitement as Kou hesitantly took the seat and I faced the front of the room again.

"You were throwing eraser bits into my hair again weren't you?" Subaru asked.

I shrugged.

"Maybe, maybe not." I grinned.

Suddenly, the sound of a chair screeching filled the room and I felt a presence beside me, fairly large. I looked to my right and noticed the giant taking the seat next to me. I scooted closer to Subaru, frowning.

"So piglet, will you let me suck your blood?"

"PIGLET?!" I screeched.

"Suck your blood?" Yukiko asked, confused.

"Yuma! You heard what Ruki said!"

"Tch, I don't care. I'm thirsty."

"Don't mind him. He's crazy. If you want something to drink, drink water." Kou said with a tight-lipped smile.

"Hmph."

I moved my hand to dust the eraser bits out of Subaru's hair, mildly surprised at how soft it was.

"Wow, Subaru. I'm jealous of your hair."

I eased my fingers through his white locks, not noticing the blush that had dusted his cheeks. I heard a cough behind us and Yukiko was staring wide-eyed at my wandering hand. I pulled away quickly and held my warm hand in wonder.

"Oops." I laughed awkwardly.

The rest of the class was filled with silence, with me forcing Subaru to play tic-tac-toe with me. My heart was beating strangely and it ached in a certain way.

'What is this feeling?'