Niko followed her sister out of the car, a good distance behind her. She didn't want people here to know her as Kikiyo's sister. She wanted to have a name. From the gate, she watched her sister walk up to the doorway, all eyes on her. Niko decided to wait until her sister was far enough ahead and then follow. So, she did exactly that. Pleasing enough, she got a few glances, but it wasn't the same looks her sister had gotten. 

She stopped in the middle of the pathway to look around. Everything was overwhelming. There were different species all here, different types of heartbeats and blood. So many different smells and sights. Aiko took a deep breath and breathed it all in. 

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Ichiro followed Kai out of the car, swinging his bag over his shoulder. He was thoroughly impressed with the landscaping of the school. It was utterly beautiful. Ichiro kept his head high and followed behind his friend, smiling at the people he passed by. He caught every eye along the way, giving them his famous half smirk. 

Ahead, the older princess stood by the fountain, alone, seemingly enjoying the sights and sounds. He slid up beside her, nudging her in the arm. 

"Morning, Aiko," he said with a smile. She returned it pleasantly, nodding to him. "It's going to be a great day." She seemed more than a little shocked at his comment, but Ichiro ignored her look of suspicion and walked on into the school.