(A/N: I don't know if this story will be all that good, but I figured to give it a try. I came up with it, when I heard the song Gomenasai, by the group T.A.T.U.
(This will not be a songfic.) This story starts after the failed wedding. Also Ranma has yet to tell Akane he loves her, as he did at Jusendo.)

Disclaimer: Ranma 1/2 and all of it's associated characters belong to Rumiko Takahashi. This story is only using them, as a form of entertainment and is in no means what so ever, used as a means of profit.

Chapter One

As he surveyed the destruction of what should have been the most happiest day of his life, with the last conversation with his fiance running through his head, Ranma Saotome, came to a decision that he should have came to, long before now.

Slowly making his way towards the door, that would allow him to leave the dojo, he passed by Kasumi who sent him a encouraging smile. However, being the martial artist that he was, Ranma saw that it was a bit forced.

Continuing on his way, he soon came upon Nabiki. "I hope you're happy with yourself Ranma." she said to him. Ranma paused, and turned to face her. He started to say something, but Nabiki told him she didn't want to hear it. Giving her a slight nod, he continued on his way and soon came upon his pops and Soun. Soun as usual was crying and moaning about the schools never being joined, while Genma stood at his side. Soon as Genma saw Ranma, he shook his head in a disappointed manor, but didn't say anything.

Finally reaching the door, Ranma came to a sudden stop as his path outside, was blocked by his mother. "Mom?"

Nodoka shook her head sadly. "Ranma, I am sorry to say it, but I am disappointed in you." Ranma stood there in silence waiting for the next words to come. Nodoka let out a held breath, and stepped closer to him. "I can tell by the look on your face, that you are expecting me to demand, that you restore your honor, Ranma. I want you to know, that as far as the honor pact you made to me long ago goes, it is full filled. "

Ranma raised his head and looked directly into his mother's eyes, seeking some hint of a lie. Not managing to find one, he started to speak, but Nodoka cut him off. "Now as for what happened here today Ranma." Nodoka paused for a few moments, thinking to herself about how best to portray her feelings. Ranma continued to watch her in silence. About five minutes later, Nodoka spoke again. "Ranma, while I am proud of you that had a lot of girls after your hand, stringing them along this long, was completely dishonorable. I can't make this decision alone, so your father and I will have to discuss this in private, before I can make a final decision on what is to be done about this."

Ranma nodded. "I understand Mom." At his words, Nodoka moved past him, and made her way towards where Genma was still standing with Soun. Taking advantage of the free passage outside, Ranma left the dojo and slowly began to make his way towards the house.

Making his way inside the house some minutes later, Ranma made his way towards the stairs. Some minutes later, he reached the top of the stairs, and headed off in the direction of his room. As he neared Akane's room, he paused for a few moments to stare at her closed door. Coming from inside the room, Ranma managed to hear the soft sobs coming from Akane. Closing his eyes for a few moments, Ranma turned away from Akane's door, and continued down the hallway soon arriving outside of the room he shared with his pops.

Reaching out his hand, he slid open the door and stepped inside the pretty barren room. After closing the door behind himself, Ranma let out a deep sigh, and made his way over to his futon where he sat down, before laying down on his back, and staring up at the ceiling. After a few moments of doing this, he once again closed his eyes, and let the conversation he had with Akane.

Flashback

After dealing with the last of his would be rivals, Ranma slowly made his way over to were Akane was kneeling on the floor, he wedding dress in taters, but still managing to cover her to a point. On reaching her a few moments later, Ranma knelt down before her, and reaching out his hand, brushed a few strands of loose hair, away from Akane's face. "Akane, are you okay?"

Ranma saw Akane take a deep breath, before she raised her head, and looked into his eyes. Before anyone knew what had happened a very loud smack was heard throughout the dojo. As everyone turned to look at the source of the noise, Akane got to her feet, and stood over Ranma who was holding his left cheek. "How dare you ask me that, Ranma?!" shouted Akane.

Getting over his shock at being slapped, Ranma got to his feet and stood before Akane. He started to say something, but Akane cut him off with another slap. "I don't know what I ever saw in you Ranma. But I want you to know, that I won't be making the same mistake ever again."

At this, Akane made her way past him heading towards the door of the dojo. Ranma reached out his arm, and gently took a hold of Akane's arm. "Akane, please wait."

Ranma was once again shocked, as Akane whirled around and clocked him on the chin with her fist, which since he was surprised, knocked him down on his butt. "Don't you ever touch me!" shouted Akane, glaring down at him. "Why don't you just leave and never return?"

Once again Akane turned away from him, and began to make her way towards the door. As Ranma sat there, Akane reached her father, who tried to reason with her to reconsider. Akane paused long enough to look back at Ranma. And in a voice filled with venom proclaimed. "Forget it dad. As for as Ranma and I go, I would care less if he died. In fact, it might be best if he did just that and saved everyone the trouble of ever having to deal with him." There was a few gasps from around the room at this, but no one said anything, as Akane continued on her way, and soon left the dojo.

End Flashback

Opening his eyes with another sigh, Ranma sat up and climbed to his feet. Making his way over to the closet, he slid open the door, and knelt down. After moving a few things around, he pulled out his travel pack.

Opening the pack he began to dig through it, checking on the various items held inside. Once he was certain that everything was in working shape, he stood up, and began to take down the few clothes he had handing in the closet. Once he was done with the male clothing he paused for a moment to look over the female garments that were hanging there.

Several minutes later, he had reclosed the pack and carried it over to the nearby window. After setting the pack down, he made his way over to a small dresser, and on reaching it knelt down and picked up his school bag. With this item in hand, he then made his way back over to his futon, and once again sat down upon it. Opening the bag, he began to dig through it, looking for the items he needed. After finding the items he needed, Ranma crossed his legs, and began to write.

Close to a hour later, he finished off his letter and began to read over everything that he had wrote. Giving a nod of satisfaction, he folded the paper in half, and wrote the name Akane upon it. He then placed the letter down upon his pillow, and once again got to his feet. Arriving back at the window, Ranma picked up his pack and slipped it on. Opening the window he climbed up onto the ledge.

Turning to look back at the door, his eyes feel upon the letter he had written. "Gomenasai, Akane."

With that said, Ranma made his way up on to the roof, and soon left.

End of Chapter One