Disclaimer: We do not own any of the FY or SM characters, though the actions that result from this crossover are entirely of our own minds.
Notes: Minna-chan! This is my first time working with Usa-chan, my wonderful muse and imouto-chan, and from our evil minds and crazed fingers, this fic sprung. We had been talking about working together, and she really liked the idea of Legacy, and I loved her idea of Give A Reason, so out came Perfect World. Hang in for the ride. I promise you it will be a great one all the way. FY fans should be able to figure out at least a few of the characters.
Warning: Fic will contain spoilers, as well the prologue is NO indication of what will happen to chapter 1.
And I take full responsibility for the prologue! Ja!
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Prologue
Clenching her fists in pain, the memories pummeled her already tumultuous state of mind. Countless of screams of agony and torment haunted her soul and she would never be whole again. Biting her lip down, she struggled to control the tears that were never far away, and the heartache for losing her childhood so soon. Seventeen. She had only been the tender age of seventeen when it had happened. Her life forever taken away. She could still hear the piercing shrieks, her cries, her pleas to make them stop, to make them stop hurting her. She had lost her naivete far too soon, far too young. The ripping of her clothes, the mauling of her tender flesh, the pain that threatened to destroy her as they clawed at her body, their lust and scent forever etched in her mind. She remembered their faces, so clearly, so vividly, for every ounce of pain they put her through. Shutting her eyes tightly, she fought against the tears once again as she thought of the one name she had clung on to. Her one hope. That her best friend would come to save her from this agony. For three long months she wandered, before the incident finally happened. Before her life was no longer her own. She remembered the depression that haunted her soul, the uncontrollable tears, the manic mood swings, and finally… she stared at the scar at her wrist, a solemn reminder of what had nearly happened. If it hadn't been for Nakago, she would've lost it a long time ago. He had stood by her side when her best friend had left her to die. And now, she knew why. Her best friend had only come back for another man, the same man that she herself was in love with. The betrayal shook her like nothing else. The one inkling of hope that she had clung on to floated away as she remembered the whispered snatches of conversation she had overheard. Her heart shattered at that very moment, and she could remember each painful stab the words had caused her "I came back for you, Tamahome." It was then that she knew, that she had truly lost all hope. And she became consumed with rage and revenge. She wanted to strike back at the one person who had betrayed her. She had waited, and waited. She had waited for three whole months, and her so-called best friend never came for her. When they had finally met up after Nakago took her, she had had one moment of light when she had heard her best friend had been looking for her. Lies. It had all been lies. She had been shuddering, the pain tearing through her when Nakago had saved her. He had been sweet, caring, and wonderful to her, helping her through the toughest times. And then, she had found out about the legend. She was to be the Seiryuu no miko. She would save Kutou from the evils of Suzaku. She, with her seven Seishi, would summon the powers of Seiryuu and make all her wishes come true. Then, maybe she could wish for peace of mind, where her mind would no longer be tormented, and she could be free. Or she could wish for happiness. Or Tamahome. I know this much. I will prevent you from having any ounce of happiness, traitor. Yurusunai, Rei.
Looking up, she spied the perfect blue eyes of Nakago, whose lips were twisted cruelly in a smile as if knowing her every emotion and thought. As she stared upon Rei's purple eyes, something within her snapped. Summoning up a strength she did not know she possessed, she forced down the sobs that were threatening to burst, earning an unknowing look of approval from Nakago.
"See this??? SEE THIS?!" She yelled out, showing the scar on her left wrist that hung as a grim reminder of all that she had suffered through. "I will never forgive you, Rei. You have destroyed me, and in return, I will make sure your happiness becomes my own. Take care of her, Nakago." Her eyes fairly spat with hatred, though the slight twisting in her heart protested her actions. Iie. She could not forgive Rei. Ever.
"Usagi-chan?" Rei whispered in confusion.
She closed her eyes, and willed Nakago to attack. He somehow picked up upon her wishes and the symbol on his forehead shone brightly. Kokoro. She could feel the blue light bathe upon her, strangely gentle though she could feel the depths of his rage and his need for revenge. He was another soul who was hurting. Just like her.
The shrieks of pain Rei was yelling penetrated the wall of silence that she had thrown up. She winced slightly, feeling the pain as if it were her own. Demo, Rei had betrayed her. She had abandoned her to be brutally raped and assaulted by those men. Now Rei would feel what she had felt. The helplessness of the situation that surrounded her every sense. The bitter taste of violation, and being let down by someone you loved, which was what Tamahome was to her. She could hear his yells of frustration as he threw his body repeatedly into the shields that protected the Seiryuu from the likes of the Suzaku Seishi. Tamahome. It would be perfect. The final act of revenge against Rei for what she had done. She would take away her love. She would do anything possible in order to gain his love, win him over, and then, not only would Rei's wishes never come true, she alone would've succeeded in making Rei feel an ounce of the shards of agony that tore through her heart even till this day. Her eyes flew open suddenly, feeling the oddest of sensations as she saw Tamahome almost break through the barrier. Was his love for Rei that great? Her lips twisted bitterly as she watched him pick up Rei's body tenderly. To her surprise, she saw a glint in his eyes, one of shared anguish and something else she could not determine.
"Come with us," he beckoned.
It would have been so easy to believe, to give in to the lies. Hardening her heart, she tightened her jaw resolutely as Nakago powered up beside her.
"We'll be back for you Usagi-chan," he promised before that strange monk took them away, disappearing into his hat.
Promises. It was always so easy to toss empty ones. Nakago came up behind her, putting a comforting hand on her shoulder. Nakago. Her saviour. Merciless to his enemies yet so gentle with her. The symbol on his forehead slowly faded away, and she was touched by his concern. To those who angered or feared him, the word must've seemed ironic. To her, she saw through it all. She saw a man, who had seen too much pain as a child, and was forced to grow up far too quickly. She felt his burden and the warmth hiding beneath. Nakago. It would be far easier to fall for him than it would Tamahome. But, the thirst revenge had yet to be appeased. She must follow through no matter what. Even Nakago must believe that Tamahome was the one she wanted. She had no choice. He would understand, for the same flames lived within him.
"We'll get them next time, Usagi-sama."
From his mouth however, she somehow believed him.