HIMARI'S POV
DREAM SEQUENCE
My eyes slowly opened to a surrounding white mist....
I looked around left to right seeing only a white vast space. Soon the mist cleared up and the garden that I dreamt of before appeared again.
"Another Dream?" I mumbled.
Soon I saw the same card men and the same little blond girl. Only this time they were on the ground and bowing in fear as standing before them was a massive woman in a red and black gown and wearing a crown. Wait a second... she looked like... wait... she is... that's the Queen of Hearts.
But I saw that she looked really pissed and holding high above her was one of the bushes with the painted roses. One of them was still white and another was halfway finished. She growled at all four of them shouting,
"YOU WENT AND SULLIED MY ROSES! PREPARE YOURSELF!"
One of the card men whimpered and then cried out in terror, "I beg your forgiveness, your Highness. It's their fault" He then pointed at his other companions. Then another one of them cried out in fear, "It wasn't me... it was Ace!" he also pointed at the 3rd man.
"WAS IT YOU?!?" The queen bellowed looking angrier and angrier.
The 3rd card man shook his head before pointing at his accuser saying, "NO! It was Two's!"
"TWO'S DOING!?!" The queen asked her voice still remaining loud and angry.
The Two squeaked before pointing this time at Three saying "No it was Three!"
"ENOUGH!" The Queen roared even louder now and looking quite red with anger, "OFF WITH ALL THEIR HEADS!!!"
"W-What?!?" I stuttered out, I then cried out, "Hey, Hold on a minute..." I wanted to move forward and stop them, but an unknown force is stopping me from moving any further from my spot. I watched helplessly as other Card soldiers dragged the 3 unfortunate men away leaving the little girl who is still bowing down and unsure what to do.
"Hmmmhmmm...." The Queen humphed.
I watched furiously as I can hear the other card men mocking the 3 saying,
"Of course you lose your head for using the wrong color."
"I can't believe anyone would mix up red and white."
"THAT DOESN'T MEAN YOU HAVE TO CHOP OFF SOMEONE'S HEAD OVER ROSE COLORS!!!" I cried out, but my voice simply echoed away in the mist as the scene began to shimmer away.
My Sundrop began to glow again and there was nothing.....
"Neesan..... Neesan.... Time to wake up...."
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HIMARI'S POV
RAMSHACKLE DORM – HIMARI'S ROOM
I slowly woke up to see Tsukiko gently waking me up. As usual, my little sister is the early riser and was already in her school uniform.
"Hmmm... hey Tsuki... morning....." I mumbled before stretching and giving a great big yawn.
"Good morning also Neesan. Please hurry and get dressed. We need to leave as soon as possible." She said and then left the room.
I rubbed my eye to wipe away the drowsiness, I could already smell breakfast being made so I quickly head to the bathroom to shower and get changed into my school uniform.
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RAMSHACKLE DORM – LOUNGE
"Oh hey, you're finally up sleepyhead!" Ace greeted, he then took a bite out of the toast. He, along with Deuce, Tsukiko, Hoshiko, and Grim was already eating breakfast.
"Ohayo Hima-nee!" Hoshiko chirped happily at me. Grim, whose mouth is full of waffles just gave me a friendly wave before continuing his chow down.
"Good morning Himari," Deuce greeted.
"Morning guys!" I said as I took my seat and started to get a portion of the waffles.
"We need to hurry everyone, "Deuce said. "Today is the Unbirthday Party. It's off with our heads if we're late!"
I paused as the memories from my dream came back to me.
Tsukiko noticing my pause asked, "Neesan... what's the matter?"
I looked at her before sighing and resuming my eating saying, "Don't worry Tsuki... I just had another strange dream that's all."
Tsukiko was silent again before nodding and going back to her eating.
I don't know why I had this stranger dream... but I feel in my guts that it may have something to do with the Unbirthday Party today. I don't know why but I really had a bad feeling. Ugh.... I really hope I'm wrong.
After we ate, we quickly cleaned up the dishes (the Ghosts helped us also). Once we are done we hear a knock at the door.
"Hmmm? Sounds like someone's here." Deuce remarked. He then went to open the door and Cater came in looking all cheery and energetic.
"Good morning!" He greeted, "Did you enjoy your sleepover? Was it an evening of pillow fights and card games?"
"Good Morning Cater...."Ace said stretching his arms in the air. " Yeah... we played cards." He sighed and shook his head slightly saying, "Grim didn't know the rules so we just played Old Maid."
Grim huffed and said, "Crap! I couldn't win at all!!!"
Hoshiko giggled saying, "That's because you have no poker face when you pull the Joker, Grim-chan."
Grim just gave a small pout... which made him look even more adorable... even for me.
Cater laughed and said, "Let's go get the tart you made yesterday and apologize to Riddle." His smile slowly changed to a disturbed frown as he said, "There was some trouble yesterday so I'm low on manpower, and I need you to come now."
"Did something happen?" Tsukiko asked looking concerned.
Cater realizing what he just said cleared his throat and put on a more cheerful face and said, "Ahem! Talking to myself.... Hehehe.... Well then, let's get going to the Unbirthday Party!"
The boys' and Grim nodded and followed Cater, but I and my sisters looked at each other in uncertainty... somehow... how Cater said and looked a while ago... it seems the problem in their dorm is getting even worse.
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HIMARI'S POV
HEARTSLABYUL DORM
"I'm gonna get the tart to the dorm leader and apologize..." Ace said.
We arrived at the boys' dorm and were walking near the garden when all of a sudden we gasped as we saw another Cater waving at us.
"YO! You're here. I've been waiting for me!" The duplicate called out cheerily.
The Cater that's with us waved merrily at his twin saying, "I'm back. Sorry for the wait, me."
"GAH! There are two Diamonds?!?" Deuce exclaimed.
"You have a twin?" Ace asked.
The Cater that was with us smiled and said, "Nope! I'm the only brother. This is my unique magic, 'SPLIT CARD'. I can use magic to make clones of myself."
"Oooh... so that's why these two weren't able to beat you no matter how many times they took you down," I remarked. I got to say even though this guy can irk me at times... he had pretty good skill.
"Welcome back!" Another Cater clone appeared this one wearing the school Lab uniform.
"Welcome ladies.... Hi Hoshiko Chan!" Another in a ceremonial robe called out in glee.
The other Cater, who was wearing the athletics uniform sighed out, "I've had it rough! You guys are so late."
"What?!?" Ace gasped, "There's more!"
My younger sister Hoshiko giggled and said cheerily at all of the Cater's, "That's an amazing magic you have, Cay-kuns!"
All clones smiled at her and said in unison, "Why thank you Hoshiko chan!"
Ok... his unique magic may be impressive, but that doesn't mean he or any of his clones can get too friendly with my little sister.
The Cater that was in the uniform gave her a flirty wink and said, "By the way, I'm the real Cater. The more copies I make the harder it gets and I can't keep it up for a long time." He then shook his head and sighed out looking more tired as he continued, "Anyway, it's 'OFF WITH OUR HEADS' if we're late. I don't have enough hands so lend me yours." He looked at us with a cheery smile as he quickly added, "I'll be sure to take you to Riddle once we're done."
"More painting roses red?" Grim groaned.
"You're really full of yourself!" Ace grumbled looking annoyed at Cater.
"I guess we have no choice..." I shrugged, but looked at Cater and said in a warning tone, "just be sure to keep your word.... Or else..." I cracked my knuckles while saying it.
Cater laughed nervously but gulped and said, "Ehehehehe... ok... Let's get started!"
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HIMARI'S POV
HEARTSLABYUL DORM – ROSE MAZE
"Huff.... Huff.... Huff.... We did a lot better than yesterday!" Deuce panted out.
We all just finished painting the remaining roses red. I could see the boys looking more exhausted now, most especially Grim and Deuce. I guess using magic can really drain you.
"You did well!" Cater remarked happily. He looked at the timer on his phone as he said, "Oops! It's almost time! Well done me's!" Cater said to the other clones.
"Aye aye, sir!" The clones remarked before they magically disappeared.
"You know... if you used them earlier on... we could have finished these sooner." Hoshiko remarked cheerily. All of us were dumbfounded at what she just said before we all turned and glared at Cater who looked away nervously and whistling.
I sighed and mumbled, "Whatever...."
Tsukiko looked around the garden especially at the rose bushed and said sadly, "It's really a shame that we had to paint them, I think they were beautiful in their natural way."
Cater sighed and looked at where Tsukiko was looking also, "Honestly... I actually agree with you.... But..." He was silent and frowned slightly.
"But... it's part of the laws of the Queen, right? You guys have no choice but to follow." I said looking at him seriously.
Cater sighed again and nodded in resignation. He then changed into his cheery self saying "Ah... we got no time to stand around here, we need to get ready!" he then gestured us away from the rose maze.
I couldn't help but take one last look at the bloody red roses.... For some reason, the ominous feeling I have is continuing to grow more and more.
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HIMARI'S POV
HEARTSLABYUL DORM – TEA GARDEN
We all arrived at the Tea garden area at the dorm. All of us were amazed by the decorations, it looked really fun and whimsical. The tables were decorated with various teapots and teacups in different shapes, sizes, and colors. You can see Desert trays of cookies, cupcakes, small sandwiches, and other pastries. I got to say, they may be strict but the party looks fun.
Suddenly some of the students began to blow trumpets and all the Heartslabyul residents began to form in lines and rows. Another student stepped forward as he announced:
"Announcing our great leader! The Crimson Ruler! Dorm Leader Riddle!"
While almost all the residents stood up straight, My sisters, Grim, and I watched as Riddle and Trey walked down the red carpet.
Huh.... He kinda looked good with what he was wearing, It was the same White dorm uniform as the others except one side are draped in a dark and red cape. A shiny crown was adorned on the side of his head and walking in elegant high-heeled boots. Ok... he may look really cool but he still had that irritating, "I'M BETTER THAT EVERYONE" look. Ugh.... What the heck am I thinking!?!
"DORM LEADER RIDDLE HIP HIP HURRAY!" cried all the residents of Heartslabyul.
The only ones who did not yell out were me, my sisters, and Grim. I looked at Riddle as he scanned the area carefully before saying, "Hmmm.... The Roses are red, the tablecloth is white. A perfect Unbirthday Party." He then looked at Trey sempai asking, "You made sure there is a mouse asleep in the teapot, correct?"
Sempai nodded and replied, "Of course. The jam to put on its nose at the right time is also ready."
Riddle nodded in approval and said, "Wonderful."
Wait... Jam to put in a mouse nose?!? This party really is strange.... But strange in a fun and good day.
"FUWAH! Look at their outfits!" Grim cried excitedly, "They look so cool!"
"Yeah, Grim-chan.... They look really amazing~" Hoshiko chirped excitedly also.
Cater smiled and said, "Heh heh! The Heartslabyul dorm attire is very cool! The style is on point and makes for great Magicam! Which means it's time for me to change." With a wave of his magic pen, his school uniform transforms to the dorm's white suit attire.
"Wow!" Hoshiko breathed out in awe.
Cater looking even more pleased by my sister's reaction, continued saying, "Laws of the Queen of Hearts also states, we have to dress formally on party days. As a special service, I'll get you coordinated too."
With another wave of his magic pen, he transformed all of our uniforms into their dorms' attire.
"Oh!" Deuce gasped out.
"Oho! I'm hot stuff!" Ace remarked looking just as impressed.
"Nyaha! I look good!" Grim said gleefully. His striped patterned ribbon changed into the red and black colored style of the Heartslabyul dorms attire with checkered patterns.
I looked also at my sisters and mine attires, our clothes have also. Mine looked almost similar to the boys, except the inner shirt is a red checkered blouse with black and red lace trim. My sisters' jackets are also similar except Tsukiko was wearing a knee-high skirt and Hoshiko was wearing a shorter skirt with striped stockings. All of us had a checkered hair ribbon adorned on our hairs.
"You all look amazing!" Hoshiko chirped happily twirling and looking amazed at her new attire. Cater began taking pictures of her remarking how cute she was.
Deuce approached Tsukiko and blushed a bit as he stammered out, "Y-you look amazing in that outfit, Tsukiko... the dress suits you perfectly."
Tsuki just blushed also and smiled kindly saying, "Thank you, Deuce... you look great as well."
Okay, what the heck is all this!?! Is every single guy going to keep hitting on my sisters?!? Yeah, call me crazy for being overly protective, but I will always look out for the welfare, happiness, and safety of my sisters and if anyone plans to court either of them have better convince me otherwise that they are worthy. I was about to step forward when Ace looked at me in amazement and cried out, "Whoa, Hima... you look... amazing! You really do...." He then realized what he just said and began to grow red on the face and scratched the back of his head.
Ok, what's with Ace? Why is he saying weird stuff about me all of a sudden? Ugh... I can never get boys!
Cater then went closer to Ace and whispered, "Psst... Don't forget to give Riddle the mont blanc." He then turned to the rest of us as he said in a festive manner, "Let's go Party!"
We all smiled and joined in on the party.
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NORMAL P.O.V.
Unknown to the freshmen, Riddle has noticed the group most directly towards Himari. Seeing the golden-haired girl in their dorm's attire he couldn't help but blush and thinking how cute she looked especially while wearing that ribbon on her head. Realizing what he just thought he quickly shook his thoughts aside feeling more frustrated, and a little bit confused.
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HIMARI'S POV
Soon everyone moved towards their designated table. We all then looked at Riddle who was sitting at the long white table and raising a cup of tea as he said, "Before the croquet match, a toast. You all have your teacups?" We all grabbed our own cups and continued to watch Riddle as he said, "Today is nobody's birthday, so to this Unbirthday Party! Cheers!"
"CHEERS!" Everyone cried out as they raised their cups and some of them began to take a sip.
"CHEERS!" I and my sisters said happily as we clinked our cups together before taking a sip also. English tea is great and all, but I really prefer good old Japanese Green Tea anytime.
"This is rather lovely," Tsukiko said cheerily.
"Yeah! It's like a wonderland party!" Hoshiko chirped happily as she started to sample the cute-shaped small cookies.
I smiled and was delighted to see my sisters having a good time. I then noticed Cater approaching Ace and whispering to him, "Ace, isn't now your chance?"
"Sigh... all right...." Ace mumbled. He stood up with the tray of the mont blanc in his hands. He really looked nervous and he turned his gaze towards us. We smiled at him, I even mouthed out "You can do this!" at him. It helped him gain more courage as he then walked towards Riddles table and said, "Excuse me, Dorm Leader."
"You are..." Riddle began as he looked up from his seat, "Ah, the freshman tart thief."
I could see Ace having to calm himself, but I guess he got a little annoyed at what his Dorm leader had said. He took another deep breath and smiled as he continued, "Um.... I would like to apologize for eating the tart before. So I baked a new one."
Riddles face seemed to light up a bit at the mention of pastry. He then asked, "Hmmm... I'm curious, what kind of tart?"
Ace beaming now with pride said, "Thank you for asking! It is a mont blanc stuffed to the brim with fresh chestnuts!"
We all smiled waiting for Riddle to try out the treat that we all worked hard to make. But then something unexpected happened.... Riddle was no longer smiling.... In fact, he looked horrified.
"A MONT BLANC!? I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS!" He cried out.
The entire place became quiet in an instant as all looked at their dorm leader.
"Huh?!" Ace gasped looking confused.
"What's going on?" I asked.
Riddle then stood up and gave a condemning stare at Ace as he says, "Laws of the Queen of Hearts, No. 562: 'ONE MUST NEVER BRING A MONT BLANC TO AN UNBIRTHDAY PARTY.' You've violated an imperative rule! How could you do something like this!? THE UNBIRTHDAY PARTY IS UTTERLY RUINED!"
All of us gasped out in shock. Wait there was a 562nd rule?!?
"N-Number 562?!?" Deuce gasped out
"HOLD ON... HOW MANY RULES ARE THERE?!?" I cried out in shock.
Riddle looked at me as he crossed his arms and saying, "There are 810. I have every single one memorized. I am the dorm leader after all."
"810???" We gasped out in shock.
Cater looked now worried as he looked at Trey and whispered, "Oh no! We're so screwed.... Trey, did you know?"
Trey shook his head looking just as upset as he whispered back, "Ugh.... I've only committed 350 to memory. We let our guards down. To think there are rules about the kind of tart...."
"There is absolutely no way anyone can memorize all those rules," I muttered out looking just as frustrated as Ace is.
Riddle looked back at Ace now looking more stern as he said, "As the dorm leader of Heartslabyul, out of respect to the strictness of the Queen of Hearts, I can not close my eyes to this matter."
He then raised his hands as he declared, "DISPOSE OF THIS MONT BLANC IMMEDIATELY! AND THROW THOSE RULE-BREAKERS OUT!"
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So ends another chapter...I thank you all for your patience. It's a little tricky to illustrate the girls in the Heartslabyul dorm attire... I did tweak some of the designs a bit but I still hope it was good. I also hope you like the animated intro here. The next ones will be really challenging. I am already excited to post my fan comics as well... but like my fanfic, I am giving my best for this.
Also, I really need to start working on my original story titles .... I know I have so many on my plate... but I don't regret doing this... I am having so much fun. I also love the latest event story in the game... I especially love seeing Jamil's sister there. but I really hope they will do chapter 6 soon.
So on to to the next chapter. I'll do my best to write a new chapter soon.... Continue to stay safe everyone!
TWISTEDWONDERLAND CHARACTERS AND PLOTS BELONG TO DISNEY, ANIPLEX, and YANA TABOSO
Himari,Tsukiko, and Hoshiko Akari belong to me