Understood ; A fruits basket story

- School -

Sakura's Pov :

The next morning was rough. I had to wake up early for school which I dreaded, but luckily I was in my final year. I got up and walked into the joint bathroom, brushed my teeth, hair and changed into my uniform. I honestly dreaded the little outfit but it did compliment my body shape.

When i finished getting ready I grabbed my bag and was surprised to see haru and momiji outside seemingly waiting for me. "sakuuu~" Momiji yelled and ran over to me, enveloping me in a hug. Haru pat my head and the feeling was just so loving. We then started our walk to school, maintaining casual conversation.

We met up with Tohru, Yuki, and Kyo at the front gate. Kyo saw the bandages that hid beneath my hoodie and growled, suddenly dragging me away from the group. When we were alone in the hall he couldn't help but start screaming.

"You were gone for three days and he fucking beats you shitless. Oh I am going to fucking kill him!" He yelled while carefully inspecting my large sum of injuries.

I shook my head and held his cheeks in order to calm him. "It was bound to happen kyo so let it be" I stated but I knew he was not satisfied with my response.

"I should have been-"

"Stop now! I will not let you take the blame over a situation completely out of your control so don't you dare try" I scolded kyo. He looked upset and guilty. Both emotions swirled in his eyes.

"You are like a sister and I just wanna protect you from that little-"

I chuckled at kyo's protectiveness and hugged him. "We are fine, okay?"

He groaned but nodded causing me to ruffle his hair as if he was a child. He swatted my hand away but I saw the small playful smile that rested on his lips.

After that we both parted ways in order to go to our assigned class. When I entered I felt uneasy, I felt all eyes on me and it made my anxiety sky rocket. "Miss L/n?" The lady asked and I nodded.

She nodded and pointed to a seat in the very back. I avoided making eye contact with any people and made it to my dead with a great relief.

I took out my papers and followed along with the instructions that the teacher gave us. I couldn't help but get bored as the lesson progressed. I turned my head slightly and gazed out the window. Some stray students walked around the court yard.

Eventually, after what seemed like forever, the final bell rang. I grabbed my stuff eagerly and went to leave the class. Suddenly a group of girls stopped me. "Hey you" the one in the middle say.

"Can I help you?"

"Yeah! You can stay away from Yuki and Kyo! You are getting way too touchy with them! Who do you think you are?!" One of the girls yelled. Oh god. The boys have crazy fans.

I chuckled and look at the girls.

"You guys do realize you are trying to talk down to your upper class man right? And trust me"

I stopped and got close to the main girls ear. "If I wanted either of them I could have them"

It was a teasing comment to piss them off before I walked off. I couldn't help but laugh at the way they acted.

I went to the courtyard but could not find the others.

"Ugh just great" I complain as I stand with my hands on my hips.

Suddenly a hear a wolf whistle. I turn and see a trio of guys. Just what I needed. I roll my eyes and return my gaze to the street in order to spot Hatori's car. I feel a ruffle on my skirt and quickly jump back to notice the boys were trying to lift it.

"Back the fuck off you perverts!" I yell and glare harshly at them. They laugh as if I'm joking.

Suddenly I feel an arm wrap around my waist and pull me back into a chest. Before I can turn my head to see the face the person speaks.

"You dare to even attempt to lay your hands on my girl?"

Akito.

I look and see her wearing her normal turtleneck, her hair messily frames her pale face at the stares at the boys in front of us. Her aura is extremely intimidating. The boys stutter something and walk off.

Akito let's go of me and looks down considering she is a good amount taller than I am. I didn't have words, I really didn't know what to say to her.

"Let's go"

She stated and took off walking towards the familiar black vehicle. I got into the back as Hatori and Akito both occupied the front seats.
The drive was silent the entire way back to the estate. The past couple of day have been a lot.

When he reached the house I quickly exited and went off for a walk to clear my mind. I just let myself walk, not having a specific destination in mind. I walked for a while until I noticed the sun starting to set.

I went to turn back until I noticed a familiar building. The closer I got, the more my eyes filled with tears. My child room home, it was rebuilt to look exactly the same as if was before the incident.

"I-"

I couldn't even find words to speak.

"We rebuilt it a little after you left"

I quickly turned to see Akito. Was she following me?

She walked closer and ran her hand over the wooden door. I watched her for a good amount of time. This house was a place that Akito and I came often when we were together. It had the good memories....but also the bad ones.

"What happened that day?"

My eyes widened at the question. The story ren painted was that I got upset and stormed out while the stove was on. It eventually caught flames in the house and set the whole thing ablaze.

"You know the story Akito..." I spoke gently

"No"

Akito walked closer to me. Her emotions unreadable at this point.

"What really happened?" Akito reiterated in a strict tone.

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AHHHH GUYS IM SO SORRY! THIS LAST YEAR WAS SO CHAOTIC AND HARD! thankfully I am out of school and my writers block has passed. I'm so excited to get back into the swing of things and further the stories! Thank you for sticking by me! <33

Much love <33,
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