Isoya Asuka's Story

It's the same dream every night. I'm running from a something or someone in a forest and I don't know where I'm going. Ignoring all the branches that cut my skin and the dirt that smears my body from falling a few times I keep running. I know what's going to happen next but I can't make myself stop. Tripping over a root from a tree I turn onto my back trying to catch my breath. Hearing leaves crunch I look up to see a pair of red eyes staring down at me. I try to move but my body fails to obey. Seeing the feral smile that appears on the man's face fear coursed through my body. As he closes the distance I begin to let out a scream until he saves me. The man with red eyes runs and when the man who saved me turns around...

Waking up Isoya Asuka is panting and glares at the clock that says 2:00 am. Laying back down she stares at the ceiling. It's the same dream every night. I don't know who he is and I don't understand why he saved me but for some reason I think he's meant to find me. Sighing Isoya closes her eyes in hope of getting some sleep before heading off to school. This has been going on since she turned fourteen, which happens to be the anniversary for her mothers death when she died ten years ago. Isoya hates her birthday for that reason, she refuses to celebrate it although her father tries to get her to change her mind. She is now eighteen and the years have been kind to her. Red hair with fair skin but not too pale to make her look ill. Steel grey eyes and curves to compliment her form along with the fact her body is well toned from exercise.

Finally giving up on sleep Isoya climbed out of the bed and headed to her private bathroom at the other end of her room. Grabbing clothes from her closet she walked into the bathroom and turned on the shower. Removing her clothes Isoya stepped into the shower welcoming the hot water. Proceeding to clean herself off she was lost in thought about the dream. Why is it that I never get to see who saves me? I don't understand. Shaking her head Isoya finished her shower and grabbed the towel hanging on the rack. Stepping out she dried herself off and threw on a black lace bra with matching underwear then put on her red skirt with a white t-shirt. Grabbing the black stockings that reached her mid thigh Isoya slipped them on and reached for the belt that topped of the skirt. Walking out of the room she looked in a full length mirror and nodded then walked back over to the closet to get her boots. Grabbing them she walked over to the bed and sat down to put them on. After fastening them Isoya went back to the bathroom and looked at her damp hair. Shaking her head she grabbed the brush and proceeded to remove the tangles. Once all the tangles were removed she kept her hair down knowing it would dry and stay straight. Leaving the bathroom she headed downstairs to see if anyone was awake. Hearing nothing Isoya went to the library and found a book to read to pass the time.

Isoya left the library in her house and headed to the kitchen to grab a granola bar. Finishing it quickly Isoya ran upstairs and brushed her teeth then headed back down stairs. Grabbing the keys to her car Isoya opened the door and walked out of the house. Walking over to her silver camaro and put the keys in the ignition hearing the car purr to live. Smiling Isoya drove out of the drive way and headed to school while listening to music from her ipod. Drumming her fingers on the steering wheel Isoya kept thinking about the dream and bit her bottom lip in frustration. "I wish that stupid dream would leave me alone." Isoya was pulled out of her thoughts when she saw the school come into view. Pulling into the parking lot she found her spot and parked. Grabbing her bag that contained all her school books Isoya placed her ear buds into her ears then pressed play. "Tonight" by Seether filled her ears as she climbed out of the car locking it and setting the alarm. Bobbing her head to the music Isoya was walking through the halls heading towards the library to see if there was anything new that had recently came in. As Isoya was walking she saw a boy at his locker and tried to recall his name, What's his name....Alex I believe... Glancing at him one more time she debated if she should say hi but didn't as she walked passed and opened the door to the library. Walking in she saw the librarian wasn't here yet so she went over to her favorite spot in the far corner away from everyone and sat down pulling out her notes from her Chinese History class.

"Thank you, good people. I'm alright." Feride told Isoya and Lucian, then Alex came and turned Isoya's ipod back. People she have ever met come to her and comfort her - that's why she had a lot of faith in humanity.

Alex seemed really interested in Isoya, he might also be friends with the other guy who wanted to comfort Feride. Could it be possible that finally she will be in a company? Is this the beginning of a new friendship? A gang of friends who are always together and support eachother?

A moment ago Feride was miserable, but then she was happy.

Isoya smiled at Alex, "Oh thank you!" Taking back her ipod Isoya heard him ask for her name, "My name is Isoya, nice to meet you Alex." Placing her ipod into its rightful spot, Isoya turned her attention back to Feride she smiled and slightly tilted her head, "No problem. What's your name?" Isoya quickly stole a glance at Alex while she waited for Feride to answer. Why do I feel a strange feeling pulling me towards him? I just met him, sure I've seen him around but I never really talked to him... Mentally shaking her head Isoya pushed her thoughts to the back of her mind for the time being. Isoya saw the boy with white hair and recognized him from the courtyard, "I saw you outside when I was in my history class. May I know your name as well?"

Inhaling deeply Kaiden could smell vanilla and sandalwood lingering in the hall. Following the scent he saw a group of students in the hall and one of them happened to be Isoya. Smirking he made his way towards them, "Now students I believe class is about to start, we wouldn't want to be late would we?"

"W-W-Watch out!!!" Shotaro said, rushing inside on his bicycle. By the looks of it, he was going to crash into the group, literally. That was the bad news. The good news was, Shotaro was able to turn so his instead crashed into a nearby pillar. Or was that the bad news? Anyway, before Shotaro knew it he fell off his bike with a head-ache.

"Aww...man. And I just recovered from the last one..." he said, lifting himself and his bicycle up. He turned and saw the people he nearly injured, or maybe the ones who would make him injured. All he wanted to do was go to school like any other kid, but he had gone through several accidents (four involving his head getting hit by a ball, one involving getting chased by a dog, another having him nearly fall into a manhole, and one him getting stuck on a tree for some unknown reason) before this one. Yep, he's that unlucky.

"My name is Feride, I'm from Turkey, so sorry if I have bad english." replied Feride to Isoya. Then the teacher Kaiden came, but what really scared Feride was the guy who almost killed himself with the bike. "OH, NO! Are you allright?" the girl yelled, rushing to him. He kinda reminded her of herself - in that same day she had problems with the flying board, almost got cut by a glass frame and got detention. However, he might get into way worse situations.

Feride quickly took out brom her back pack a little plastic thing with endless amount of band-aids, a bottle with liquid that heals almost everything and a lollipop. Who wouldn't want a lollipop after such an injury?

"OH, NO! Are you alright?" a girl yelled, rushing to him.

"Yes," he sighed, "I'm...fine...sort of..."

Obviously the girl didn't know him much. He was sort-of used to little kids pointing at him saying "Hey, look, it's the Bad-Luck Guy!". He found it difficult to interact with some people, since he has been teased throughout his childhood. Anyway, he felt that his bad luck never ends, whether he likes it or not. For instance, he was almost late for class, and he nearly bumped his teacher. Yep, things are getting better and better by the second...

"S-Sorry, sir..." Shotaro told Kaiden, bowing to him in respect. He normally does this to others, no matter what happened. He reached for his backpack and grabbed his water bottle, only to find it pierced at the bottom and almost empty. Thank God for his waterproof bag.

"Damn..." he thought, "...first, I got lost after my first class. Then I had to look for the schedule. Then, I bumped into the Girls' bathroom for the 1000th time. Then, I had to bump into my classmates. Funny, I don't recognize them. Or is that the short-term memory lost my doctor said I have? Now, what am I doing here, again?"

Isoya ignored Kaiden and looked over to the boy, "Are you sure that you're alright?" Her expression held concern but quickly went blank when Kaiden put his hand on her shoulder. Her gaze went straight to his and she raised an eyebrow, "Is there something wrong sir?"

Kaiden saw the her and Alex interacted and had to fight back his urge to growl. He walked over and placed his hand on her shoulder and gave her a smile, "No, not at all." Looking back to the boy he shook his head, "It's quiet alright, as long as you're okay then we all need to go to class now. I'll let your teachers know what happened." Letting his hand drop from Isoya's shoulder he turned around and headed back to his class.

"Th-thank you,sir..." Shotaro told the teacher, bowing again. He turned to the others when he heard someone saying he would help him. "I..." Shotaro said, before he noticed that the two boys who offered him assistance in finding his next classroom left. "Y-Yes, I-I do need help i-in finding my next class. I'm Sh-Shotaro, b-by the, uh, way..." he told the girls, blushing a bit as he did. He wasn't used to being in close contact to girls outside his family.

He picked up his bicycle and threw his water bottle at a trash can, only to hit a cat he became...acquainted with. "Sorry..." he told the cat, hearing it growl then scurry off. Shotaro sighed, when will the day come when his life will be like the others, not too filled with luck but never to the extent when it as none.

A blush graced Isoya's face when Alex kissed her hand, "Yeah, see ya around." She watched him leave then shook her head to clear her thoughts, looking back over to the others she adjusted her bag, "I have independent study this period so I'll be in the library." Smiling she waved, "But thank you for the offer! See ya!" Walking into the library she went to the couch and set her bad on the table. Pulling out a book she laid down then opened the book and began to read.

After reading a few chapters Isoya's eyes began to close from the lack of sleep she's been having. Without even realizing it Isoya fell asleep with the book on her chest. Shifting slightly head her turned to the side making a strand of hair fall across her face. The librarian saw her and she shook her head with a smile. She knew that Isoya didn't get enough sleep so she let her sleep while Isoya had the chance.

Kaiden sat at his desk after writing today's notes on the board and he began to grade papers that were turned in. He began to wonder if the students would get to class on time, Kaiden also wondered if they all had the same class. Shaking his head he pushed that thought aside, Isoya was in independent study, Shotaro was in his class and he was sure the others had different classes as well. Looking over another paper he wrote 94% and placed it off to the side.

Isoya turned on so she was laying on her side and felt her hand hit something soft. Mumbling Isoya slowly opened her eyes and saw a her hand in black hair that felt really soft. She couldn't help but run her finger through it until she saw that it was Alex. Gasping she instantly sat up and had a small blush on her face, "Uh....hey?" Isoya was doing her best to keep her expression calm along with taking calming breaths. This is so embarrassing!

Kaiden saw his other student walk in and continued with the stack of papers. Coming to Isoya's report he could faintly smell her scent lingering on the paper. Inhaling deeply Kaiden sighed and looked over his class. Every clique was in here sitting in the proper groups. He noticed that Lucien sat next to Shotaro and slightly raised an eyebrow. This was new, in fact Kaiden knew that the group of students just recently met in the hallway and now it seems that they're going to be friends.

Blushing even more Isoya shook her head, "I'm not uncomfortable, I'm just not use to being around or talking to people." Standing up she stretched, "I'm also not use to receiving compliments." Isoya was about to continue when she saw a little girl walking towards the front door to the library. She knew right away that it was a ghost and bit her lower lip debating if she should follow. Isoya watched the little girl until the said girl looked straight at her. Now she really had no choice, Isoya had to follow her and find out what was wrong. She could feel that something bad was going to happen and shivered. Taking one step forward Isoya was going to call out but the girl ran, "Hey!" Looking at Alex she smiled, "I'm sorry but I have to go!" Isoya ran out of the library and followed to where ever the girl was going to. Once again Isoya left her things behind in the library because she was focused on the girl.

Kaiden's ears twitched as he heard someone running in the hall. Standing from his desk Kaiden walked out into the hall right as Isoya ran by and going through the door that leads to the roof. Furrowing his brow Kaiden looked back to his class, "Open your books to chapter 10 and read in groups of two, I'll be back shortly." He headed towards the door that Isoya just ran through.

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Isoya reached the rooftop and looked in all directions till she found the girl by the railing, "Hey, are you okay?" Walking over to her she knelt down and smiled, "You didn't need to run from me, I wont hurt you." Isoya placed her hand on the girls shoulder and felt her shaking in fear. The only reason she could touch her was because of the fact she could see ghost, "What's wrong? I promise not to hurt you." Hearing a chuckle Isoya stood up and scanned the area, looking up towards the sky she saw a soul eater smirking at them, "Why are you here?"

The soul eater laughed, "I'm here to eat that girls soul you silly woman. If you don't want to die then I suggest you stay out of my way."

Stepping in front of the girl Isoya glared at the soul eater, "Hell no. I wont let you get her."

Shrugging the soul eater smirked again, "So be it, I bet you'll taste delicious!" The soul eater flew straight towards them with the intent to kill.

Isoya quickly pushed the girl out of the way and used the railing to propel herself at the soul eater tackling him in mid air. Grabbing him by the shoulders Isoya with all her might spun him and threw him into the ground. Landing a few feet away Isoya saw that the girl went into hiding. Good, she wont be in harms way. Seeing the soul eater stand Isoya got into a fighting stance ready for whatever he threw at her.

Isoya charged at the soul eater and sent a swift kick to his side sending him off to the right. Not giving him a chance Isoya grabbed him by the arm and flung him over her shoulder. Hearing a thud Isoya turned around glaring at the soul eater, "If you don't want your life to end I suggest you give up and go back to where you came from." She took a step forward but stopped when she heard him chuckle.

"For a human you sure are strong, I'll give you that much." The soul eater stood and wiped off the gravel on his skin, "Now it's my turn." He suddenly vanished and reappeared behind Isoya, "Such a pretty creature, shame that I'll have mar your delicious skin." He grabbed Isoya and threw her across the roof watching her land. He quickly reappeared again and grabbed her by the hair, yanking her to a standing position. Leaning in he placed his nose in the crook of her neck and inhaled, "Absolutely delectable." Licking the same spot he bit down and drew blood. Hearing Isoya scream sent shivers down the soul eaters spine. Pulling his head away he threw her down to the ground, "Taste exquisite also." Leaning over her he smirked, "I truly wanted to hold back but you gave me no choice but to go all out." Shaking his head he watched as Isoya held her neck and groaned, "You can feel the venom coursing through you. I know you do." Grabbing her by the neck he held Isoya up in the air, "Now I'm wondering if I should let you have a quick death or should I let you suffer by letting the venom take its course."

Looking at the soul eater Isoya spit on him, "Screw you!" Isoya knew that struggling was pointless, it would make her blood pump faster allowing the venom to spread more quickly, "I'll kill you before I let some pitiful venom kill me." In one quick motion Isoya kneed him in the stomach and he dropped her. Isoya didn't waste time and put some distance between them. Blood was still running down her body staining her shirt and her skirt, "Asshole...." Isoya regained her equilibrium and placed a hand on her neck. Reaching under her skirt she pulled out a small 38 special S&W and aimed it at the soul eater, "Now if you take one step I promise you that it will be the last step you take."

Isoya was Alex in front of her and started to feel light headed. Nodding she was giving him the consent that the soul eater needed to die, Isoya couldn't let anything happen to the girl that was hiding somewhere on this roof. Blinking a few times Isoya felt a hand on her shoulder and slowly looked up to Kaiden. Sighing she finally closed her eyes and fell unconscious with Kaiden catching her.

Kaiden looked down at Isoya who was currently in his arms, seeing the gun he shook his head and smiled, "Of course you would have a gun." Looking at the boy then to the soul eater his gaze hardened, "You know what to do." Kaiden held Isoya bridal style and headed back towards the door, "I'm taking her to the infirmary." He didn't bother to look back because he knew Alex would have to take care of the soul eater first. Looking down at Isoya he wondered why she was up here in the first place, surely she didn't go looking for a fight and there wasn't anyone else up here besides them. Shaking his head once more Kaiden opened the door and headed down to the infirmary so they could tend to Isoya.

Isoya blushed when she felt his lips brush her cheek, "I feel like shit to be honest...but if I look better then the medicine is doing its job." Smiling Isoya leaned her head on Alex's shoulder, "I'm sorry if I had you scared, it's just that I had to help the little girl." Realizing what she just said Isoya mentally cursed at herself. 'Nice job Isoya! He can't see ghost like you!' Isoya decided to her keep still and was happy that he couldn't see her face. 'Hopefully he didn't hear me. She knew that he did, Isoya knows that he can since he's a wolf and all. 'I didn't expect to meet one that was civil...but hey there's a first for everything.

Isoya chuckled and stretched out, "I hope so or else that's one lazy nurse we have." Yawning Isoya blinked a few times, "I wonder if your friend is alright. I don't know what happened after I passed out." Looking at Alex she wondered what others would think if they walked in and saw them laying next to each other in the same bed. Of course rumors would start. It's high school and people loved gossip.

Raising her eyes to look at him she tilted her head, "Girls catching your eye so soon huh?" She felt a weird sensation when he nuzzled her neck and mentally shook it off. Feeling the effects of the medicine kicking in full swing Isoya rubbed her eyes, "Damn medicine is making me tired." Now she understood why the nurse said she would have to be here for the rest of the school day. This damn antidote made you tired as hell. Yawning for one last time Isoya cuddled into Alex and inhaled his natural scent and sigh with content. Her eyes closed and not a moment later she was fast asleep.

Isoya felt the warmth she was surrounded in disappear and groaned. Rolling over showing the bandage on her neck Isoya could hear three men talking, one of them being Alex. Slowly she opened her eyes still feeling the effects of the drug and sat up. Rubbing her eyes she blinked so they could focus in and saw Lucian and Shotaro. Smiling Isoya threw her legs on the other edge of the bed and tried to stand, "Hey guys what's up?" She stretched her body resembling a cat and Isoya felt her body protest. She knew that she shouldn't be standing or walking but she couldn't just sit there when there was company, "How was class? Not to boring I hope." A small chuckle escaped her lips. Walking around the bed she gave Lucian and Shotaro a hug because the drug was bringing out her lovable nature, "Are you going to be late for the next class?"

"Uh, dude...? Anyone..." he said, then noticed Isoya getting up.

"Hey guys what's up?" She stretched her body resembling a cat and Isoya felt her body protest. She knew that she shouldn't be standing or walking but she couldn't just sit there when there was company, "How was class? Not too boring I hope." A small chuckle escaped her lips.


"Uh..." Shotaro wanted to reply, but stopped when he felt her hug him. his face went red out of blushing.

"Whoa," he thought, "someone's too happy right now..."

"Are you going to be late for the next class?" Isoya said.

"Yikes..." Shotaro said, looking at his left wrist, only to discover his watch wasn't there anymore, leaving a scratch and a mark from his watch. It was gone for a short while, then. "Now how the heck did I get this?!" he said.