DISCLAIMER: I DON’T OWN GAKUEN ALICE.

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Summary: Mikan Sakura has had a crush on Natsume Hyuuga ever since he appeared as Daisuke, a character in her favorite book written by Ruka Nogi. By a stroke of destiny, she has met her ‘man of her dreams’- literally. When she realizes that the real Natsume is totally different from her dream prince Daisuke, how will she react to this longtime delusion? Does Natsume have a chance with Mikan against her beloved fictional character?

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Illusion of the Heart

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A Gakuen Alice FanFiction from Shiori’s Notebook

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Dedicated to all those who can’t find their ‘Natsume Hyuuga’, ‘Harry Potter’, ‘Romeo’, ‘Kaname Kuran’, ‘Edward Cullen’ and other male characters that are missing or decreasing in quantity in this world…

For all Fan girls :)

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Prologue

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Prince Charming was right in front of me.

But he couldn’t rescue me from my evil stepmother and stepsisters.

Why?

He was also trapped.

Trapped inside the pages of this book.

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Mikan’s POV

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They were trapped.

Trapped inside the darkness that enveloped the old, ruined castle.

Two figures, a boy and a girl, illuminated by the moon’s soft glow from the shattered window, sat on the floor, their hands tied together. Every minute that passes, a part of their soul is taken away by the Dark Sorcerer. Their only hope to survive lies in the hands of the only son of the skilled archer- the boy’s name is Daisuke.

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“Mikan…”

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“Daisuke! Daisuke!” a man’s voice, struggling, called out from the shadows.

“Please! Help us!” pleaded the voice of a woman.

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“Mikan…”

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Every second, the cries for help grow louder and louder, sounding more tormented. Daisuke tossed and turned in his bed, beads of sweat trickled down his face.

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“Mikan. Hey Mikan.”

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“Help us! We can’t take it anymore!” the man cried out desperately. Then he started to pant, finding it hard to breathe as they heard footsteps coming closer and closer…

“AAAAAHHHHHHHH!” The woman let out a cry of pain.

The grandfather clock struck 12 midnight. And in a second, the two souls were devoured by the Dark Sorcerer.

“NO!” Daisuke screamed in his sleep, his voice echoing into the darkness surfaced in his dream.

The last thing he saw before waking up, was the blood red eyes that stared at him in hatred… eyes much like his.

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“His crimson eyes…” I said drooling. Why? Well duh! That’s what people do when they’re… in love!

KYA! Daisuke-sama! Mwah!

“Crimson eyes huh? Well sorry Mikan Sakura but I can only give you a black eye.” Before I knew it, Hotaru’s horseshoe shaped ‘weapon’, or her punching glove as boxers may call, hit me on the right eye.

Who’s Hotaru? She’s my best friend. It’s ironic to say that after what she’s just done to me. But don’t worry. I’m fine. Kinda used to it by now… but even so… IT HURTS! Darn you Hotaru!

“Ho-Hotaru!” I screamed at her and covered my right eye, where a horseshoe shaped bruise appeared, with my hand.

“That’s for slacking off during work, for ignoring me and for reading that stupid book a millionth time.” She explained as she placed the ‘weapon’ inside her backpack.

“It’s not a stupid book Hotaru!” I defended and hugged the book which she calls ‘Mikan’s bible’. (That’s not true, I swear! Don’t believe her!)

“Yeah, whatever,” She answered shoving me a stack of books. “Arrange these and the rest. I already did my part.”

“Hey wait!” I struggled to keep my balance, but unfortunately… well, you know what happens to those born a klutz.

BAM! The books fell on me. You’re right… I am one of those babies.

“Bye butterfingers.” I heard her say. “I’ll be at the Science and Technology section.”

“Ouch! That hurt! Hotaru help me up!” But when I looked around, I was all alone in the middle of a sea of books.

“Hmph! I may be clumsy but I’m not butterfingers all the time... I dropped the books because I lost balance.” I said to myself.

Sighing, I kneeled down the marble floor of the library, and started to pile up the books.

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It was already 5:00 in the afternoon when I left the library. When I went to see Hotaru at the Science and Technology section, she was already gone, leaving me with a note explaining she has other businesses to attend to. But I don’t mind. I love staying in the library a.k.a my haven, hangout, territory and workplace.

Yes work.

No, I’m not the librarian there- I’m only 16! You see, my old English teacher, Ms. Takase, is the librarian there. I’m not exactly rich (but not poor as well!) and I only have my Grandpa to support me so I decided to look for a part time job. This is actually just a temporary job- I got fired in my past jobs cause I was uh… busy fantasizing about Daisuke-sama! Kya! Well anyway, Ms. Takase was kind enough to let me and Hotaru, since she promised to help me out (See! I told you she’s my best friend!), work in the library for a while until I find a new, and hopefully lasting, job.

Now, who’s this Daisuke-sama –Insert my squeal- I mentioned? Well, he’s my Mr. Right! That is, if only he wasn’t a fictional character.

Yes. And there goes my love life.

Daisuke is the lead character in my favorite novel, Rebirth, written my Ruka Nogi. And there’s one word to describe him: Hot.

Hot in looks, personality, brains and even in combat.

I guess you’re pitying me now ‘cause I’m head-over-heels in love with someone’s figment of imagination.

Well, I’m not the only one.

Rebirth is a novel so famous- they even made a movie about it!

This leads us to my dream guy number 2. Natsume Hyuuga. The drop-dead handsome actor who plays Daisuke in the movie. Yes, he’s gorgeous. I remember in one of the interviews I watched, Mr. Nogi said he’s just like the real Daisuke he imagined. His jet black hair, enigmatic smile (well I think they’re more of grins but whatever!) and enticing crimson eyes. That’s what I love the best. His eyes.

I bought a DVD of the first movie (Rebirth is a trilogy) and I paused it on the part where they zoomed-in his eyes… I could die happy. I just want to loose myself in his eyes!

Anyway, my grandpa told me that you should never judge a book by its cover. I really don’t know much of Natsume Hyuuga’s personality, but I guess he can’t be that bad! I mean, if he’s a big jerk then he must be a really good actor ‘cause Daisuke is the opposite of a jerk!

He’s a GOD. Probably the reincarnation of Adonis, only smarter this time since I don’t think he’s stupid enough to fall and drown ‘cause of his reflection… and probably straight too. Adonis might be gay…

Ah! Forgive me Greek gods! I’m not Greek but… well, whatever.

Daisuke is Prince Charming in fairytales.

But Natsume Hyuuga is the Prince in the story of my life.

Or so I think…

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Oh! I’m here already? I just noticed that I was standing in front of my house. Silly me. Whenever I think of Daisuke-sama or Natsume Hyuuga, I tend to space out often. Okay, I space out all the time whenever I think of them. Maybe that’s why Hotaru created those horseshoe gloves… hmm… makes me wonder.

I took out the keys (a Natsume Hyuuga, as Daisuke, key chain) from my coat pocket and unlocked the door.

“Ji-chan! I’m home!” I called out as I removed my shoes.

I heard the voice of the news commentator on TV but no reply from Ji-chan. Hmmm, he must be asleep in front of the TV again.

After I changed out of my uniform, I got Ji-chan’s blanket from his room and went into the living room.

He lay sleeping on the couch, snoring. I put the blanket around him and got the remote from his hands.

I was about to turn off the TV when I froze at what the news anchor announced.

Well, maybe I was half frozen for I let out a squeal that woke Ji-chan up.

“KKKYYYYYYYYAAAAAAAAA!”

Ji-chan fell on the floor wide awake. “Wha- what’s wrong? A burglar? World war 4?” He said getting to his feet and grabbing a pillow to throw.

“Ji-chan! Ji-chan!” I bounced up and down the couch. I’m so happy I could die today! Well, maybe not until tomorrow!!!

“What’s wrong Mikan?” Ji-chan asked worried.

“Wrong? Nothing’s wrong! In fact, everything’s perfect! You wanna know why Ji-chan! You wanna know why?!?” I said grabbing him by the shoulders and shaking him.

“Ca-careful Mikan! I don’t have strong bones!” he said nervously as he tried to remove my hands.

“REBIRTH IS GOING TO SHOOT HERE IN TOWN! THEY’RE ARRIVING HERE TOMORROW!”

Finally the story of my love life with Natsume Hyuuga, or Daisuke, is about to begin! But wait, I still have to think of a way to meet him… forget about that! We’re destined! Daisuke-sama! –Mwah!-

I was floating in the clouds, drifting in the ocean- whatever figure of speech I use, you get the idea, don’t you?

Little did I know I was about to sink back to reality…

Or maybe crash back down.

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To be continued…

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I know, I know. Please don’t kill me. I’m not yet done with Reminisces Through Rhymes and here I am with another fanfic… GOMEN! I just can’t keep this idea out of my mind!

Anyway, I hope you’ll like this story. I think everyone can relate to this… right? Hahaha!

BTW, the list of male characters above, I only fancy the last two [especially the name in bold… what a coincidence that both of them are VAMPIRES.

Don’t forget to read and review! Ja!