YUGTO 12: Rules is rules [Part I: Sacrifices]

[Brianna's POV]

“I'll call you back, Naomi. I'm at school already” I said while unbuckling my seatbelt. "M'kay, Kane. See you!” she happily said before ending the call. I got off my car and saw Vanilla's car just a few meters away from mine. “School again” I muttered, on my way to the other side of the school.

Every Monday morning, I always entered the school using the back passage to avoid the students. I usually take the path that is leading to the not so long abandoned rooftop. It is a little creepy walking here alone because there are few bad things had happened here before though. It felt like I'm always hearing things whenever I am here, or sometimes I get deceived whether I am seeing things or it's just my imagination. Using this path every Monday morning already made me used to it, but it doesn't mean I don't feel goosebumps or a feeling of being scared.

“Vanilla, wake up” I heard a shush voice from somewhere near, but it was not clear enough for me to understand nor hear. I looked up to the rooftop and saw a floating head. “Ahhh!” I shriek in fear, almost stumbling down to the ground. “Feeling scared early this morning, Kane?” Roseanne said in a duh tone, then another figure appeared beside her. “H-hi” Vanilla greeted me still half asleep. Cute~ “H-hey, Moonstones” I greeted back. “On your way to your office?” she asked while rubbing her eyes. So cute~ I nodded my head in response, receiving a wave from here. I smiled at her before walking past the rooftop. I almost reached the abandoned gate when I heard Roseanne's laughter erupting from up there. I have grown curious why she's laughing, so I took a quick glance in their direction and saw Vanilla making funny faces at her. It makes me smile seeing Vanilla happy. I giggle by myself and proceeded heading to my office.

Upon entering the hallway, bad luck welcomed me. Fantastic. “Morning, Kane” Jacob greeted me while waving his hand at the same time. He looks so happy. Nice. Don't forget the sarcasm please. (eye roll). “Congrats!” then Jane smirks at me. “You finally got yourself a girlfriend” Sahara excitedly said while twirling the tip of her hair. “A real girlfriend indeed” Tristan said, hinting something. I'm not feeling good about this. “Great catch, Kane. Congrats~” Joseph commented, giving me a thumb's up while leaning his back on the wall. “Lucky~” Alicia said, then let out a giggle. Wow. The rumors spread like wildfire INDEED. I just gave them a smile. Of course, it was forced. “Oh! Hi babe!” Sahara suddenly beamed in happiness while running excitedly towards Vanilla. “GET OFF OF HER!” Roseanne yelled, followed by Sahara's whining. What the heck are they doing?

I turned to face their direction and saw Vanilla struggling in pushing off Sahara away from her. “Aish this snake!” Alicia hissed from her spot, then calmly walk her way towards the trio. Suddenly, I felt a tap to my shoulder, it was Jane. “You know the rules, Brianna” she whispered seductively before walking away. “Payback time, Kane~” Tristan smirks at me before following Jane from behind. “She's ours now~” Jacob claimed, eyeing Vanilla from head to toe before following the two.

“Alicia, Sahara. Let's go before we get late for the first subject” Joseph called out the two who automatically followed. “See you around, Moonstones” Alicia winks at Vanilla and didn't forget to drag Sahara along with her. “I'm looking forward to it, Perez” Vanilla said, full of sarcasm. Sahara looked back to Vanilla and sent her a flying kiss. “What the heck was their problem early in the morning. Tsk!” Vanilla said in annoyance. Next thing I know was she's already in front of me. I'm just standing at my spot, already in deep thoughts. “Are you okay?” then Vanilla asked, checking my forehead's temperature. Out of fear, I suddenly tackled her into a protective hug. I feel her flinched. I think, I somehow caught her off guard by that. “See you at the dorm then” Roseanne bid goodbye before walking away. She can't really stand being with me in the same area. Vanilla was about to response when I tighten the hug. “S-stay” I stuttered, then I can't prevent myself from breaking down again. “O-okay” Vanilla replied. Her voice sounded unsure yet hugs me back while I just cried on the crook of her neck. I always feel assurance when I'm with her, but rules is rules. I'm sorry, Vanilla. I'm not that strong enough to protect you like what you always do for me, but I have ways to do that even if it'll hurt thr both of us.

“Did they hurt you?” she asks in concern, but crying this way already sucked up most of my energy. It drained me, so instead, I just hug her. “Let me carry you, Kane” Vanilla offered. In seconds, she's already carrying me bridal style. “I'm sorry” I muttered before it feels too late. “It's okay” Vanilla said with full of assurance. It's not, Moonstones. It will be just hard for us if you keep me near you. I'm sorry. "Don't cry, Candy Kane" she starts consoling me again while walking us towards my office.

Once we entered the office, a shock expression had been plastered on my face. What the heck Pinkpunk girls doing in here? All their faces is emotionless. “What are you girls doing here?” Vanilla ask while putting me gently to the couch. I quickly wipe my tears, then she sat beside me. Is this the end for the both us, Vanilla Moonstones? Then if so, I'm ready to do it just for your safety. “Where are here to save you, Vanilla” Jayson answered direct to the point while staring straight into my eyes. “I already told you that I can handle myself, right?” Vanilla expressed irritation this time. I already know where this conversation can lead to, so I collected all of my courage while holding Vanilla's hand. I hope you forgive me for this.

- TO BE CONTINUED -