So, here I am with a new story involving a crossover between Kingdom Hearts and A Scar of the Doll.

Thanks to a recommendation from a Namine RPer on Facebook, I decided to have a go of A Scar of the Doll. It's an IPhone app available for IPhone, IPod and even IPad. So I decided to have a bit of a go at it. I died quite a few times... XD But it really is a good game. I managed to reach the end of it. The plot is really interesting, and the story really got me hooked. And the fact you have to make decisions in order to try to prevent the character's death was quite impressive. The only problem with it was the fact that the Japanese translation to English hadn't been done well. Other than that though, it is a good game. I recommend you get it off the app store when you get the chance. It's free, so... XD

But because of this game, I got inspired to write this fanfic. I noticed there were so many similarities between some of the characters and Kingdom Hearts that this could work well. So, with the same Namine RPer, we did a debate as to who should be who before I started writing the first chapter. Now, for those who have already played this app, all the Kingdom Hearts characters have been picked for either their similarities to events in the game, their personality, or because their role in the game matches with a character from A Scar of the Doll. I can't reveal why for spoiler reasons.

Oh and also, if you have already played this app, please don't reveal spoilers in the reviews. I don't want the story ruined for people.

But anyway, I hope you enjoy the first chapter.

Disclaimer: I do not own Kingdom Hearts or A Scar of the Doll.

Chapter 1: Finding my Sister

December 18th, Early Morning…

"Thank you for calling, please leave a message"

A loud beep sounded soon after. The answering machine again? Why won't you pick up?

With the phone to my ear I slowly paced around the room I was in, pondering on what message I could leave.

"Hello sister! Am I calling the right number? If I'm wrong, I apologise. If you hear this message, please call me back. The phone number is-"

I said the phone number before continuing.

"I think I'm calling my sister. Just in case you're confused. But sister, if it is you, please respond soon. I'm… worried…"

I cut off the call and placed the phone back onto the receiver, sighing. I left a meaningless message. But maybe my sister changed her phone number. That's probably why she hasn't called back in a while, right?

I continued to stand by the phone in silence, messing with a piece of my black hair between my index finger and thumb that only came up to the top of my shoulder. I wonder how many messages I left on my sister's phone. And I wonder if she's even heard any of them…

Maybe she was listening to me over the phone and is currently laughing at me for my stupidness. Then again, why would she do that? My sister and I were always so close…

The last time I remember talking to her was back in September. I haven't heard from her since. My sister is a year older than me. As I said before, we were always so close, especially as children. Since we both were raised by a single parent, our Father, that obviously explains why. My Father worked abroad often. He was rarely ever home. So my sister is very special to me. She was the one who always took care of me, and looked after me when I needed her.

My sister goes to a graduate school in Tokyo for specially gifted and talented students under the age of 18. The last time I called her, we really didn't talk about anything important. It was just about how she was getting along with her studies, how she was settling in, and those kinds of things. I haven't heard from her since then. I think she may have disappeared…

It has been a theory for a while now. At first I doubted it was a problem and that she was fine. I thought she might have been too busy with her studies to get back to me. But it has been 3 months since we last spoke. I would have thought she'd have left me a message, letting me know she was ok. I am no longer sure what has become of her. I can't sleep. I can't eat. I'm too paranoid.

Thinking about this realistically, I've decided that there is only one thing that I can do. I promised myself I'd wait until she replied today, but now my nerves are getting the better of me. I have decided that I shall travel to Tokyo and find out what has happened to my sister, or at least see if anything has happened to her. I planned on going tomorrow, but I can't wait anymore. Time is of the essence, and I'm really worried for her safety. I plan on packing soon. But first I have to find my sister's apartment address, along with her school one.

Moving away from the phone I carefully headed into the kitchen. I know it's around here somewhere…

Then I remembered that it was on the table. I spotted a small memo which had an address written on it. This is it.

I checked it for my sister's school address, along with her apartment address too.

Ah yes, I remember now. She goes to the Teito Institute of Technology or TIT for short. I'm sure this is where my sister researches. Yes, she's here. She studies at Mikozuka Lab. Her apartment address is 6-chrome Hongou, Bunkyo-ko Tokyo.

Ok, so I have her address sorted out. What else? Oh! Yes!

I looked in the cupboard near the fridge, and after some rummaging around I found a small silver key. This is the spare key to her apartment. For some reason she left it with me, you know in case I ever wanted to come and visit her and she wasn't there. I was currently the only one at home right now. My Father is away on business, as usual. No one would miss me if I ended up staying there a couple of days, right?

She did ask me if I wanted to go with her to Tokyo. She didn't want me to stay here on my own. I can remember that. I really wonder why I didn't agree to go with her…

I guess I shouldn't be dwelling on that now. I need to get ready now that I have what I need.

I spent the next two hours packing any necessities I might need, such as clothing. I don't know how long I could be there for. And depending on whether my sister is ok or not, it's hard to estimate when I could be back.

Once I had finished packing my clothes away into a small rucksack, also putting in the memo, some money and my sister's apartment key, I glanced back at the empty house one last time as I put the bag over my shoulder. I honestly hope that I can return here soon. I just have to know what has happened to my sister. I'm sure she's fine, but I need to ease my paranoia.

I turned to leave; however, I paused in my tracks. I felt like someone was watching me. I stayed stood like that for a moment longer. It felt like a pair of eyes was boring through my back. I felt a nasty chill run down my spine.

I quickly swirled around. It was the same as before. Empty. Is my mind playing tricks on me? My eyes however fell upon a familiar item on the coffee table. It was a piece of A4 paper, and on it was a picture of a teddy bear holding a red and green wrapped Christmas present.

I remember that picture. My sister drew that for me. On the night of Christmas Eve she left that on my bedside table as a gift. I slowly walked back over to the coffee table and picked up the drawing, staring at it carefully with my curious blue eyes. I really didn't want to leave it here. This drawing is very precious to me. There's no harm in taking this with me, right?

As I put the drawing into my bag, memories of my sister began to arise. I felt my chest tighten. I'm sure that I have to find my sister by myself. There's no one else around here who could help me. We don't have any other family friends or relatives who might know where she's got to. And it's best that I don't worry Father any more than he already is with work related problems. This is something I must do alone.

I took one last look at the house before slowly walking out the door.

If only I had known, that the week ahead of me would change my perspective of myself and the world around me…

"Even for you, what you might think may not be what it seems…"

And so, on the same day, I took the bullet train that was heading towards Tokyo. The whole way there I was sat in my seat, silently staring out the window at the passing scenery. All my thoughts were focused on my sister.

(Sister… 3 years ago you went off to Tokyo like this too, didn't you? I can remember how happy you were when you found out you were going to be researching in the lab you wanted to go to. I hope you are ok…)

The journey felt like it had flown by. The entire time I was continually recalling memories of my sister and I and what we used to do. They were little things, but to me they had been special. We always used to play outside until it was dark. We used to fight over what we wanted to watch on the TV sometimes. We used to draw together and had moments filled with endless laughter. I was missing her too much. I just wanted to see her. I wanted to see that she was ok. And then my mind could be put at ease…

I finally felt the train slow down. It was stopping at Tokyo station. I watched curiously from inside the train as it moved in between the disorderly stacked buildings, before finally arriving. I quietly followed behind everyone else as we exited the train and tried to navigate my way through the building.

I got a little lost at first, considering I had never been to Tokyo before, but I eventually managed to find the exit out of the station. As I expected, the area outside was very crowded and busy. There were business men and women running backwards and forwards, talking on their phones or running to get to work. They all seemed to be in a hurry. There were very few people who stood out from the crowd. There was the occasional teenager or child or even a young mother or elderly couple, but other than that all I could see were working people. I didn't know where to start or what to do next.

And that was when my eyes widened towards the back of someone just passing in front of me as I was about to walk away from the station. It was a young girl who appeared to be a year older than me. She had straight blonde hair that came down to the bottom of her shoulders. She appeared to be wearing a light peach coloured jumper, a light blue skirt that came down to her knees, long dark blue socks and black shoes with straps on them. She seemed really familiar. She was someone I knew. I was sure of it.

(Could it be… my sister?)

Without thinking, I found myself quickly dashing after her into the crowd of bustling people. I couldn't let her get away and disappear in the crowd. She must be my sister!

"U-Uh… Excuse me!"

I called out to the girl, hoping that she would hear me and stop. Luckily she did. I was relieved about that. However, I halted in front of her sharply the minute she turned around.

She had a pale coloured face that contrasted with her bright blue eyes. I could see now that underneath her jumper, there was the top of a white and blue tie along with a white shirt that was short sleeved. Her jumper sleeves had been rolled up to her elbows, and she held a sketchbook tightly to her chest. She also had a light brown shoulder bag hooked over her left shoulder.

The girl tilted her head to the side a little out of confusion.

"Is there anything wrong…?"

I looked down out of embarrassment.

"Ah, s-s-sorry. My mistake. I thought you were someone I knew…"

The girl merely nodded in understanding before quickly walking away. I stood there dumbly for a moment longer. How was I supposed to find my sister in a place like this? This is impossible. Am I being too hasty?

But I don't understand. There are so many people here. So why was she the one who caught my attention the most? I know most of the people walking around are older and are in business suits, but that doesn't really mean anything, does it? Why do I feel anxious about the girl who just left?

I sighed heavily as I continued walking away from the station. It was too noisy. I needed somewhere quiet to think. Where is my sister now? By common knowledge, she should be at her apartment. Or she could be at Mikozuka lab. I have the spare key anyway, so if my sister isn't there I can still enter her room. And I know what her lab is called. Mikozuka might be a representative of the lab, or a professor's name.

Maybe my sister is busy with her experiments in the lab. That's why she can't come home. I remember her mentioning to me over the phone that she sometimes had to stay until night to complete research and such. The University might close early. I should go to my sister's lab first then, just to check. I can go to her apartment after if she isn't at the lab.

I managed to navigate my way from Tokyo station, and took the subway. After passing three stations, I finally decided to get off. Due to the signs I had come across, I knew the University was only a bit further by foot.

After a lot of walking, I finally arrived at Teito Institute of Technology. The University had a bigger campus than I actually imagined. There were people who looked 4-6 years older than me. That was to be expected. This was the part of the University where normal graduates go. It's winter break, so there don't appear to be many students walking around the campus. How am I supposed to find Mikozuka lab in a place as huge as this? It seems I had definitely underestimated how long this was going to take… I guess the only thing I can do is have a wander around.

I decided to do the wise thing and ask someone on the campus. A messy haired male student passed by me. I decided to ask him. He was the closest.

"E-Excuse me! Can you tell me where Mikozuka lab is?"

The boy only gave me a weird look before continuing on. Well, how rude. I suppose I shouldn't bother trying to get anymore answers out of him…

I continued walking around for a while, asking students if they knew anything about Mikozuka lab. Most of the people I asked either gave me weird looks, ignored me, or just told me to bog off like the stupid little kid I am. Doesn't anybody here have any manners?!

Then finally I came across a girl with dark brown hair who appeared to be reading by the fountain. I wasn't prepared to give up just yet, so I bravely approached her. My hand held tightly onto the strap of my bag as I got closer.

"E-Excuse me…"

The girl slowly looked up from her book and glanced at me with curiosity and confusion.

"… Yes, how can I help you?"

"Do you know where "Mikozuka lab" is at this University?"

"Mikozuka lab?"

Her expression appeared to be surprised, but she no longer looked confused. I have a feeling she might think I'm a student who was going there. After a moment of silence the girl replied.

"It's not that hard to find. It's just outside the campus"

Outside the campus?

"What? Even though it belongs to Teito Institute of Technology?"

The girl slowly nodded.

"Yep. It does belong to the University, but since Mikozuka lab is only for gifted and talented students under the age of 18, it's considered special. That's why it's independent from the University"

The girl lifted a hand from her book, pointing towards the road leading away from the University.

"If you walk west from here, and then turn right down the first narrow alleyway you come across, you'll see the lab just ahead"

I gave the girl a relieved smile.

"Finally I can go to see my sister! Thank you so much!"

The girl nodded in response, giving me a small smile.

"You're welcome. I'm glad I could help!"

I finally departed from the campus and made my way in the direction the student had instructed me. The road was very silent. This seemed to put me on edge a little, but I took no heed of it. I was getting further and further away from the University now.

I turned down the first alleyway to my right and continued walking. When I got about halfway down the alleyway, I stopped suddenly. Nobody was in this alleyway but me. So why can I hear footsteps? They were coming from behind me.

"That's strange…"

I had muttered that sentence on purpose. I wanted them to know I was suspicious of something so they would reveal themselves.

After a while of waiting when I didn't get a reaction, I quickly turned around. There was no one there. The situation had made my body tense up from nerves. I was surrounded by a gruesome silence. It's no wonder I'm nervous!

I pushed these thoughts to the back of my mind and continued down the alleyway as fast as possible. The faster I get out of this alley, the sooner I can see my sister.

Just as I turned the corner, I stared in awe towards the large white building before me. This was Mikozuka lab. I could tell from the way the building looked that it resembled more of a research centre than a laboratory. The building was surrounded by a tall wall, and I could see the gatekeeper by the gate.

(So this is the lab? It looks amazing. I wish I studied here now! Sister, you are so lucky!)

I walked through the front entrance normally. The gatekeeper didn't take any notice of me at all as I passed through. I found this kind of strange, but said nothing. I slowly made my way towards the entrance. Was my sister really here?

I felt a nasty tingle run down my spine. There is only one way to find that out. I have to go inside. With trembling hands, I quietly and calmly walked through the doors.

I looked around carefully at the golden brown floors and bright white walls. I was impressed. The floor had been cleaned so well that I could see my reflection in it. Since I'm a visitor, the wise thing for me to do would be to go straight to the office.

After following the signs from the entrance, I continued along the corridor I was in until I came to the office. Sat on the other side of the glass window was one male staff member. He was a man in his late twenties that had black hair with white streaks on top of his head, and a long ponytail that trailed down his back. His eyes were a bright yellow, and seemed to frighten me for some reason. He was wearing a black eye patch over his right eye. He also wore a black business suit, with a matching tie and white shirt.

He appeared to be looking through a group of files on his desk, trying to sort them out. I could see he was muttering to himself. I glanced at the name tag on his jacket. It said "Xigbar". I gently tapped my fist against the glass in order to get his attention. The man, who I now know is named Xigbar, slowly lifted his head up from his work. He leaned back in his chair slightly.

"Can I help you?"

"Y-Yes… Um… My name is Xion Kamijo. My sister is a student here. I'm here to visit her today"

Xigbar gave me a weird look. He sat forward a bit.

"Wait a second. What did you say your surname was?"

"Kamijo"

"Your sister has the same surname, am I right? Just confirming"

"Yes, of course"

I was getting a bit annoyed with this man. Doesn't he know the students here? He does work here.

"I'm sorry kiddo, but from what I can recall, there is no student here under the surname Kamijo"

Wait, what?! I'm confused.

"A-Are you kidding?"

"Sadly I'm not. There is no one here under the surname Kamijo. There are only seven students in Mikozuka lab, but none have that name. Maybe you've got the wrong lab"

"No! That can't be true! I'm certain I was told my sister came to Mikozuka lab! If you look carefully, she should be here!"

Xigbar shook his head defiantly.

"That isn't true, I'm afraid. I know every student here. I'm not making a mistake kid. Maybe your sister graduated and forgot to tell you or something"

It was my turn to shake my head now.

"No, she is in her first year of the doctor's course!"

I had remembered her stating that over the phone. Xigbar sighed heavily and leaned back in his chair again, putting his hands behind his head.

"Look kiddo, whatever you've been told, it's wrong. Your sister does not go to this lab"

I could only fall silent at that and stare at Xigbar in disbelief. This is strange. I wasn't expecting this. This man seems to be too lazy to help me. I think he might be lying. Actually, that would also be strange…

"Are you sure you don't think your sister goes to another lab?"

"No. I'm sure it's Mikozuka lab. That is what she told me"

"I'm afraid I can't help you then"

Yes. I really didn't expect this. My sister isn't a student of this lab?! Then that means… she's lied to me.

I cut my thoughts short there and then. I have only spoken to one staff member. I must find someone else. There has to be a Professor around here somewhere who is in charge of all the students and the lab itself. Even if the staff don't know, surely a teacher would know about my sister.

I moved away from the office then and walked towards a nearby board that displayed a map of the area. So the Professor's and Assistant Professor's rooms are on the second floor. The students' rooms appear to be on the third floor. Hm… Maybe I should try the students' rooms first. I may have a chance of finding my sister there.

I went into the elevator, and made sure it took me to the right floor. I could feel myself getting more and more nervous the longer it took the elevator to go up. Xigbar's words were getting to my head more than I thought. I'm sure it's just a mistake, right? I know my sister is here! She wouldn't lie to me!

I carefully made my way out of the elevator when I heard the ding sound and the doors opened. I walked down the corridor until I came across a wooden door with a tinted glass window. I couldn't see through to the other side properly. I gripped the handle tightly with one hand and tried to yank it open. The door was locked. I glanced to the left side of the door to find a device to enter a key number for the PIN to unlock it.

Even if my sister isn't here, I can still ask other students about her. I just need to get the PIN number right… Maybe if I try a few random guesses, it could work. I'll give it a shot!

"Hey!"

My hand froze as I went to lift it up towards the keypad. There was someone behind me. I slowly looked back to find a blonde haired woman whose hair went to the bottom of her neck, with two strands sticking out on top of her head like antennae. She had bright blue eyes, and was wearing a grey business suit with grey 2 inch high heeled shoes. She appeared to be a part of the staff.

"I'm sorry, but the third floor is for students only. No outsiders are allowed"

Her tone sounded bored. I don't think this woman likes her job very much… But why can't I go into the labs?

I decided to give up and listen to the woman. As I headed back down to the second floor, I watched her enter one of the rooms labelled "Professor Mikozuka's" room. I think she might be the secretary. Perhaps I should try talking to her. She might know something about my sister.

I carefully approached the door and gave the door a light tap. It was loud enough for people to hear.

"Come in"

From inside the room, I heard the woman's voice. I slowly turned the handle of the door and entered the Professor's room. The woman looked at me boredly as I came in.

"Oh, it's you again"

She sat straighter in her chair, turning her body to face me.

"I'm Larxene Mizukoshi, a secretary of Professor Mikozuka"

She introduced herself quite politely. She must still be trying to keep up a professional appearance.

"I'm Xion Kamijo. It's nice to meet you"

I gave her a small smile out of politeness. The woman, now revealed to be called Larxene, didn't respond with a smile in return. Her face remained bored actually.

"Since Professor Mikozuka is off on a business trip, I'm afraid you'll have to ask me about any queries you may have. So, is there a problem?"

She's making it sound like it's a bad thing. I rubbed the back of my head nervously, nodding.

"I thought so. You've come to see your sister, right?"

I was surprised at her response.

"Oh. How did you know?"

Larxene smirked slightly, leaning back in her chair and crossing one leg over the other.

"I received a call from the office assistant. He wanted me to check things over. I'm afraid that what you heard from the office is right. There are only seven students at Mikozuka lab. Maybe you got the names mixed up with another lab"

I fell silent yet again. I got the same answer here. My sister isn't here…? I don't understand.

Larxene raised an eyebrow as disappointment crossed my face. She slowly stood up.

"If you don't mind me being nosy, could you tell me your story? Perhaps I could help you out another way"

I was surprised at Larxene's offer. But I accepted. Maybe she could help me.

Larxene led me to the lounge of the building and offered me a coffee. There I explained to her my story about what had happened to my sister from the start. As I talked, I noticed she appeared to be very attentive. Once I'd finished, Larxene gave me a confused glance.

"Hm… That is strange"

I said nothing to that. I stirred the remains of my coffee with a plastic spoon slowly, watching as it sloshed about a bit inside the cup.

"But I can see you're telling the truth. I have been working here for five years since I graduated from high school. If your sister went here, I would be aware of who she was. But I really have no idea"

"I-I'm confused also…"

I glanced up a little at Larxene to see she was thinking. She was like that for a while. I continued to stir my now cold coffee around the cup some more.

"Maybe she was only taking a course that was in this building. Have you checked the list on the bulletin board on the first floor?"

I slowly shook my head to that. Larxene placed a hand under her chin, resting an elbow on the desk.

"Well, if you had bothered to check, you would have seen that there is only one D1 in Mikozuka lab"

"D1…?"

Larxene laughed a little at my reaction.

"Whoops. Sorry. I forgot you don't know much about this lab. D1 stands for the first year of the doctor course. The student's name is Sora Kingdom. From the first year he came here, he has always been the only D1 student in this lab. So even if you say your sister is here, I'm afraid she isn't"

I contemplated on Larxene's words for a moment. Since Sora is in the same year as my sister, I'll have to talk to him tomorrow.

I started to feel sick, so I rested my head on the table. Larxene looked at me concerned.

"Whoa there kiddo! You ok?"

I nodded slowly.

"I-I just feel a bit sick…"

She's right. Even if I don't understand this situation, and am still confused, my sister isn't here. Maybe… Maybe there was a misunderstanding. Yet it seems impossible. I wonder if Larxene thinks I feel sick because of the coffee. I noticed she glanced at hers weirdly before slowly pushing it to one side. She wasn't sure if she should drink it or not.

I decided to take a deep breath, and think calmly over the situation. My sister said she goes to Mikozuka lab. Well, the lab definitely exists. It's not made up. Therefore, she should be here. And yet, she isn't. No one has heard of her. The truth of my sister's supposed disappearance… What is it?

I glanced up at Larxene who was sat across the table from me. She does seem like an intelligent woman. And in a way, she is kind. Well, when she wants to be anyway. I wonder… Could she… be lying?

Larxene saw me looking at her, and gave me a sort of kind smile.

"Trying to think things through, huh?"

I gave a small nod, yet my suspicions still stayed. What other reason could there be? If my sister had lied, then why did she use a lab that already existed? And why this lab in particular? What is she doing, and where?

I found my thoughts swirling out of control with endless possibilities. She could be a criminal secretly committing a crime without telling me or Father about it! Or she could-

I stopped my thoughts there. No. I'm being stupid… I… I really trust her. She wouldn't do such a thing.

I remember when she said she was going to come here. I was really upset. I can remember her exact words…

"Xion, I'm planning on applying to a graduate school for under 18s in Tokyo. There is a specific lab that I want to go to research. I sent the letter off yesterday. I honestly hope I can get in… Hey, why don't you come with me to Tokyo if I do? That way, I won't have to worry about you being on your own when Father isn't around!"

Why did I refuse…? Why didn't I go with my sister to Tokyo…? I can't remember the reason at all.

Maybe… Maybe I'm making a mistake. That seems to be what has happened. Wait, I'm jumping to conclusions. I haven't even been to my sister's apartment yet! She could be there.

I sat up then, and took a deep breath. I tried to get rid of my anxiety. As I did, Larxene seemed to perk up a little.

"Anything…?"

I slowly shook my head in response. Larxene sighed then as she placed her coffee cup onto the tray. I noticed it was now empty. She must have decided to drink it after all.

"I really need to be getting back to work…"

I frowned worriedly.

"U-Uh, sorry about that! I-I didn't mean to pull you away from work for so long!"

Larxene only chuckled a little at my response, standing up.

"Don't worry about it! Being a secretary is a stressful thing you know! I really need a distraction from work from time to time!"

The two of us silently left the lounge, and headed back towards the office. Larxene halted outside of Professor Mikozuka's door.

"Well, I need to get back to work! Feel free to come by if you need help! Work does get boring from time to time"

I nodded, smiling a little.

"Thank you"

She merely smirked at me.

"Good luck kiddo"

And with that, she silently walked back into her office.

Deciding that there was nothing else for me to do here, I left Mikozuka lab through the front entrance. The last place I can check for my sister is her apartment.

As I continued on my way, my thoughts continued to flitter back to today. I thought she'd be here and that it would be easier to see her. I guess I was wrong…

As I was about to leave through the gates, I noticed a male student in front of me who had just left the building also. He had long silver hair and wore a light peach coloured jumper. He also wore long dark blue trousers and black shoes. He was carrying a black shoulder bag over his shoulder, along with a small stack of paper in his hands. He didn't appear to have noticed me. Perhaps he might know my sister…

I decided to call out to him.

"E-Excuse me! Do you have a moment?!"

The boy slowly turned around to look at me. His eyes were a greeny-blue colour. He had the same blue and white tie under his jumper along with a short sleeved white shirt, just like the girl who I saw outside the train station had. He was wearing a short sleeved jumper as well. He stared at me with an astonished face.

"Y-You… How?!"

He stumbled back out of shock, dropping the stack of papers he had been holding onto the floor suddenly. His reaction I found very unusual. This had been the first time we had met. I just stared at him with a confused look. He wasn't the only one who was puzzled by this situation…

"T-That…?! W-Why…?! W-Why a-are you here…?!"

I watched, still confused, as he quickly collected the stack of papers off the floor and shoved them into his bag without a second thought.

"Y-You! S-Stay away from me!"

Before I could ask him why he was reacting like this, the boy turned and ran away down the alleyway as fast as he could. For some reason I ran after him, trying my best to keep up.

"H-Hey! Wait a minute! What are you talking about?!"

By the time I had reached the other end of the alleyway, the boy was gone. He had somehow managed to get ahead of me and vanish before I reached the end.

"W-What…?"

I stood there silently, panting a little as I tried to catch my breath.

(What in Kingdom Hearts was he talking about just now…? We'd only just met! I hadn't even done anything to him! So why…?)

That was when I felt something by my foot. It looked like one of the papers that boy had dropped. I carefully picked it up. It was a graded exam paper. He must have forgotten it when he picked up his stack of papers in a hurry.

The front read: Second Year, Doctor Course, Riku Dawn.

Riku Dawn? So that's his name… He's on the same course my sister is supposed to be. He's just a year ahead. So he might know about her! But why was Riku so shocked? What was he thinking when he saw me? I haven't got time to be standing here and thinking about this.

Coming back to my senses, I quickly hurried to my sister's apartment, using signs for navigation. She has to be there! She just has to be!