Chapter One

Her Legacy Is Born

Dreams as we know are supposed to be sweet and lovely right? Almost as if you are in your own little world and actually taking a break from reality…. But sometimes dreams can be very frightening. Dreams can tell you many things about your future… That is if you believe in that sort of thing…. This is where her legacy started… From a simple dream… That warned her about the things to come in the near future…. And it all began 17 years ago.

Flash back

It is pouring rain outside and 5 year old Mitsuko is by the warm fire place in her mother's arms resting. Her brother Jake who is seemingly upset is glaring at the flames in rage… he sure has a temper but he loves his sister dearly and he won't let anyone hurt her. Their Father who is known as the "feared one" has threatened to take Mitsuko away from her family because apparently he knows of her powers. After what seemed like an hour Jake managed to say something to his mother despite all the rage that was building up inside him toward his father.

"You have no idea how angry I am right now Mother…. WHO DOES THAT OLD MAN THINK HE IS?!!!!!! Does he care or even realize that he will be putting Michi in grave danger if he does take her away from us?"

Jake asked his mother now in a frustrated tone. Their mother Naomi who was terribly ill would still do anything to protect them from this anger and hatred and danger. She knew this day would come.. She just didn't know how soon. Trying to calm her son down Naomi spoke to him in a soft tone saying;

"Jake I understand how you feel about this whole situation and you are scared.. But lashing out all your hatred won't do you any good.. I want you to know that I will protect you and Mitsuko with all of my power…. I rather see you two safe then to turn over my kids to a person like he."

Shocked at what his mother had said Jake turned around from the flames to face his mother still with a flustered and anxious look on his face. He then softened his tone but still had the frustration in his voice. You could now hear the rain hitting the windows loudly along with booming thunder over Jake's words…

"Mother… If you use your power… Then you die…. As your son I couldn't possibly put you through that.. You still have your life ahead of you… Let me protect Michi and you Mother… I can take the old man on with my thunder sword…."

Naomi nodded no as she looked at her son.

"He's much stronger then you think Jake….. He'd kill you in one blow if you are careless…. I really don't want unnecessary blood shed.. Especially in front of your sister if you want to protect her then.. When I hold your father off with my power take her and run……" Just as she said those words there was a loud banging at the door. Using her instinct she quickly placed her daughter on the chair and stood up and closed her eyes.

Mitsuko who was in a deep sleep was having a dream where angels were greeting her with friendly smiling faces but was also telling her that she is the next legacy…. She has her mother's power… To heal and to make this world peaceful again….. Not being able to understand the dream she woke suddenly by the sound of a loud banging coming from the door. She looked at her mother and brother worriedly and said…..

"Mother… My dear brother what is happening??" Unable to speak her mother began to use her power to protect her children… Light started glowing from her body and surrounded Mitsuko and Jake…. Mitsuko's brother then went next to her and held her he then told her; "Stay quiet okay Michi? Everything will be over soon…" With one hand Jake took out his sword from its sheath.

Time was definitely not on their side but they all hoped… They never lose their faith within these crucial moments…. As fate would have it the door was finally skillfully cut through by another sword.. The sword of their father. He stepped inside the house and in a very sneaky tone said; "My dear Naomi…… Hand me over Mitsuko…" Hearing those words Jake's rage grew until he snapped. He placed Mitsuko down and charged at him with his sword.

Naomi soon collapsed on the floor out of energy…. She saw Jake charging at his father…. "Jake No!! He'll kill you!" Mitsuko who wasn't to far behind her mother ran over to her and asked; "Mom.. Are you okay?" Her mother placed a hand on Mitsuko's head and smiled and answered; "You're safe now Mitsuko…"

Meanwhile the battle between Jake and his father commenced and they both at first was evenly matched while his father blurted out; "You fool! Didn't your mother tell you that I was stronger than you?!" Jake then glared at him…. "I would do anything to protect my sister from the likes of you! Even if it means losing my life…." Jake's father then snickered; so rash aren't you…."

He then put his sword away and started to walk away…. Jake watched him like a hawk as he walked away boldly and headed for Mitsuko. Mitsuko stayed by her mother's side and back away a little. Jake then ran in front of Mitsuko in a protecting stance. Naomi got her strength and fiercely said; "You will not touch one hair on their heads do you hear me?"

The "feared" one faced the weak Naomi and to his surprises a strange power kept him back from reaching Jake and Mitsuko. The mother turned to them both; "This is my last bit of my power….. From now on Mitsuko… You are the new wielder of these powers.. To heal the pain, despair and sorrow from this world…. Make the world a peaceful place to be…. "

Confused Mitsuko said; "Huh? What do you mean?" Naomi who was still glowing a little faced her daughter and replied; "One day you will understand the gift that lies in you……"

And with that she started to disappear…. In a warm light…

"My powers come to you Mitsuko… I will always guide you and your brother… To happiness…"

Jake who was shocked at what was happening he looked at his mother, not being able to say anything the "feared one" now took this chance to knock Jake unconscious. Like a snake kills its prey silently he took the first strike and knocked Jake out.

"Michi… Run….. "Jake said before he went out. Mitsuko nodded and ran as fast as she could. Her father was now in her pursuit and after what seemed like hours he caught up to her…. And took her away to an unknown area……..

"You are the hope Mitsuko as you grow older you.. Will begin to understand what you must do… It's your legacy….."

Back at the house Jake had awakened and said; "I will find you Michi… I promise you that…