Iris pov
Walking the grounds at night was peaceful. I don't smell any day class girls or guys out. The night class are not out either. It had been a few hours so sitting by the fountain would be ok. The moon was full and the stars were beautiful. "I know your there Zero." I said looking to my right. He looked sad like he is trying so hard not to say something. "Zero?" I asked standing concern in my voice. "I can't....I can't let you go....I mean not without knowing." He was struggling to get his word out. Tears came to his eyes as he tried to speak. "Iris since we were kids. You ,Ichiru and myself would play. Yagari would watch us how we acted. How you and I looked at eachother. I didn't know it then but as we got older...I noticed it more. Iris I am in love with you always have been." He said before exhaling with a sigh of relief. "Zero there was a time were I would have accepted your feelings. When we were children I had a crush on you. I would have done anything for you. I know our parents were going to the hunters association. They wanted us to be a match. When my parents came back, they looked so sad and angry. The Association had already promised me to Akatsuki. I was angry at him for some time. I felt he took my life away. I was wrong Zero because I fell in love with him. I am in love with Akatsuki and I am sorry I can't accept your feelings." I said tears streaming down my cheeks. "Iris don't you see we...we were...tch never mind. I wish you happiness." I know he ment those words, but it still stung to hear him say them.
Akatsuki pov
It broke my heart seeing her go to her knees, hearing her crying. I wanted to go and hold her ,but I figured it would be best to leave her be. I wish I didn't though because tonight Takuma made his move.