-Hi- (this means what the character is thinking)

"Hi" (speech obviously :))

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Reacquainted Pt2

Yuka's Home

Yuka's POV

Making the final stretch back home and I am really tired. Climbing over a lush green hill. I see a small two story house. Living here in the Lost Ground nothing was considered extravagant, but the memories and needs were there. A tender smile appears on my face placing all the memories together on different parts of the house. I run down the steep hill to the front door. As soon as I get inside I begin to put all of my things away and go to take a nice, warm shower. When I get out I sit on my bed with a white towel wrapped around me. In my peripheral vision see a picture on my night table. In the picture there is a little version of me and two grown people. On my right there is a young woman in her early twenties, with long auburn brown hair, and green eyes. She is also wearing a silk ice- blue scarf. On the left is a man that looks to be in his late twenties, light brown hair, and light grey eyes. Both of them holding me in attender, loving hug with loving smiles on their faces.

"I miss you guys so much. Mom, dad I hope you are watching over me."

I take a deep breath to hold back the oncoming tears and get dressed. I put on a pair of ankle high black boots, her signature black and red, fingerless gloves, red skort that stops mid-thigh, dark grey shirt with one long on the left side and shows my stomach and a black half vest and instead of hair being down like always. I put it in a high ponytail and braid it. The final touch is her mother's silk, ice blue scarf and tie it around my waist. It is the only thing I have of my mother and only one picture of my father. My father disappeared years ago, mother never told me why or where he was. My mother however, was dying not only of sickness, but she died on the day uprising seven years ago. I shut myself off from the rest of the world after all that. Nothing could make me feel better except fighting and making a few new friends. Once I'm changed and refreshed I start to make dinner. For today's meal I going a creamy vegetable soup with slices of carrots, broccoli, and potatoes. When I took a taste test I figured something is missing.

"Hmm, a dash of salt and pepper should do the trick."

With that in mind I add in those ingredients. Suddenly I hear knocking at the door and I know who it is.

"I don't feed lost people so go away."

"That's harsh Yuka and here I thought we were getting close friends."

A young man with brown hair and brown eyes appeared in my window. He is one of the friends I made after my parents died. His name is Kunihiko Kimishima. He also helps me get money by doing jobs like the one I did early this morning. Not only does it give me good pay, but a good feeling to help those who can't do it themselves. He leaned through the open window and took a deep breath.

"Yeah right, what do you want?"

"I just have a job for you and Kazuma."

"What job would that be?"

"I'll explain it all at Kazuma's place come on."

"Okay, let me get this prepared to take some over there."

I pull out some corning wear in the top cupboards and prepare a batch of food to take with me.

"WHAT? YOU FEED THEM BUT YOU WOUNT FEED ME!"

"You leech off my food every time you come over and I'm willing to bet Kanami isn't eating well. She is a young lady after all."

When I finish putting the soup in the corning wear and bag it I meet Kimishima in the front yard ready to go. I get in the car with him and we drive off to Kazuma's house. The whole ride there is silent and uneventful, after a few minutes of driving we park outside Kazuma's house. When we get off of the car Kimishima knocks on Kazuma's window. This is a small habit of his. He knows full well Kazuma won't let him in the front door.

"You look like Romeo coming to see his Juliet. Don't tell me you two are closet lovers?"

"SHUT UP AND HE'S A GUY!"

"That means nothing when it comes to love."

Kazuma's voice shouted out from the other side of the window.

"Ah, man what do ya want?"

Kimishima slid the window open and pokes his head in.

"Hey what's happenin'?"

"Dude, go away we don't want any."

"That's harsh man."

"Don't worry about it come on in."

Little Kanami's voice is heard through the window as well and from the sound of it she seems healthy.

"Wait Kanami I have someone here to see you."

"Really, who is it?"

With that I walk in through the door. In front of me stands a little girl with long, light brown hair that is tied into a pony-tail and light green eyes. A big bright smile appears on both of our faces.

"Yo."

"Yu- Chan!"

Kanami runs up hugs me around the waist tightly and I hug her back. Kanami is like a little sister to me and her best interests are important. I would do anything for Kanami.

"Hello, how are you little Kanami?"

"I'm ok."

"Is Kazuma taking care of you?"

"Well…"

I gave a harsh angry glare to the male sitting on the medical chair. He his face and light brown eyes showing guilt, but also fear. He ducked his head down, so the top of his dark brown hair is visible. Kazuma knew how Kanami is and he is like the kid brother I have to discipline every single time. Even though we are the same age I have to constantly lecture him. He is a very close friend and in a small way he saved me. Kazuma gave me the strength I needed to get back to my old self and beyond. He maybe a pain in the ass, but I still care for him. I look back at Kanami in a sisterly way and kneel in front of her. I pull the corning wear out of my messenger bag.

"Here I made you this. A young woman like you needs her nourishment."

"Thanks Yu-Chan. Can I get you and Kinishima something to drink?"

"Don't bother they're leaving."

"That'd be great."

Kimishima answers for the both of us.

"So what do you two want?"

"Look, I came here to deliver food and for this job Kimishima's got lined up for us."

Kimishima sits down in a chair across from Kazuma.

"You two remember the Lardous gang right. They hang out by the subway ruins."

I took a minute to remember the Lardus group that hangs out by the subway.

"Lardous, wait isn't that."

Kazuma finishes her thought.

"Yea, that's Hideki's gang nothing but a little group of kids."

"Now, this other gang is trying to move in on their territory and its lead by an alter user."

Kazuma puts his hand on his hip to show some of his confidence.

"I get it fight fire with fire."

"Kazuma can handle this himself, so why do you need me for this tiny job?"

"Never know when you need back- up right."

"Now you know I hate being back- up."

Kimishima shrugs nonchalantly. Kazuma chuckles with his ego showing more.

"If this guy really is an alter user. Then I can't guarantee what will happen."

I go into the kitchen to peek in on Kanami. Turns out she is warming up some of the soup I brought. I didn't really pay much attention to the rest of the job. I figure I didn't need to because I am only back- up. I didn't really need the money since I live alone. My supply of food and other materials is enough to last a few months at a time. Kazuma's voice startled Kanami and I from the kitchen.

"ARE YOU OUTTA YOUR MIND GET THE HELL OUTTA HERE?!"

Kazuma's screaming meant he received an offer that he wouldn't go for. These two could go at this for hours if left alone. Plus Kazuma is terrible managing the money he gets from his jobs. He gives it away without a second thought. It's sweet of him to help others when needed, but he needs to think about Kanami as well. She is so young and mature for her age. But for a kid her age living in the Lost Ground. It's a kill or be killed world out there and no place for a child no matter what. Kanami steps out of the kitchen to intervene the small fight.

"Mr. Kimishima, will you and Yu- chan stay for dinner?"

"That'd be great."

Kazuma pushes him by his face and grabs him by the collar and calls him a leech. To me they were both leeches a day never comes by when they want food from me. They began to play rock, paper, and scissors like children. I whispered to Kanami with annoyance lacing my voice.

"We put up with this because?"

She shrugs and rolls her eyes wondering the same thing and we set the table for dinner. After that Kazuma and Kimishima sit outside to talk some more. Kanami is working on the dishes while I clean up the dining room. I look out the front door and notice the sun is setting.

"It's time to go to the party."

HOLD Mobile Unit

In this busy mobile unite our same male alter user is waiting for orders. Deep in thought, he analyzes all the information that he collected. His fire burning to turn in the criminals to justice. In his hands he is holding the same crystal that is still cold to the touch. No matter how long he has holds it, it would never get warm. It would stay as cold as ice. A young girl with blue pixie cut blue hair and blue eyes came up behind him to give him news on the mission.

"Report from Ellian shows a reaction at Zebra43."

"Roger that. Native alters huh?"

With that said he formed his right hand like a dagger. The blue haired girl noticed the crystal in his hand and took it from him. She holds it in the air to get a better look at it.

"Scherice!"

"Oh calm down Ryuhou. I see you with this thing all the time. I just wanna know where you got it."

Ryuho took it back from her and holds it tightly.

"It's from my past. A past I should have forgotten about, but I can't seem to let go of it."

Scherice rolls her eyes and leans on the back of Ryuho's chair.

"There's always something attractive about a man who has a past that is shrouded." She mumbles to herself.

"Hmm, did you say something?" He turns to her.

"No, nothing at all" Her face filled and voice filled embarrassment with light pink blush on her face.

-s-Cry-ed-

Sunway Ruins

I leave with Kazuma and Kimishima to subway ruins. I get out far away from the subway to find a good place to hide out and watch over Hideki's gang. With a pair of extra binoculars I can see the trespassing gang. I am filled with rage to see all the kids on the ground not moving. I hate it when someone does this. I look at my watch wondering why Kimishima and Kazuma are late.

-If they don't hurry up soon. I'm going to go down there myself-

I want to show this fat ass hippo alter user what real punishment is. He has no reason beating on people younger and smaller than him. This is one reason why she hates being back- up. She is always stuck in one spot. Just in the nick of time the boys show up, before any more damage is done. I speak to them on the intercom equipment Kimishima gave to her before we left.

"It's about time you ass- wipes got here!"

I yell with annoyance and anger. Kimishima replies on the other end.

"Give us a break. My car broke down."

I shake my head in disapproval that he keeps these rickety old cars around. Throughout the entire event I stay in a ruined building not too far off from the battle. The gang's leader goes down after Kazuma elbows him in the stomach. After a few minutes he gets up. He tries to hit Kazuma again, but Kazuma dodges and grabs his arm. Then comes the main event of everything. The use of alter power. The one thing I notice a lot of alter users do is doubt Kazuma's alter power. It may be small, but it packs one hell of a punch literally. His alter forms on his right arm that goes all the way up to his shoulder. It is yellow armor, the fingers of it are red, the inside a deep orange, and pits of silver; on the elbow around the wrist, and on the tips of the fingers. On his back three red spikes appear, and his hair goes from its normal chestnut brown to spiked and deep fiery red. The leader of the opposing gang summons a giant robot for his alter. All throughout the fray nearby building are being destroyed and giant clouds of smoke and ruble fly everywhere. In the end Kazuma became the victor.

"It looks like we can go home for the night. Kimishima, how are Hideki and the kids?"

"They're fine. We got everyone out safely."

When all things seem well a mobile HOLD unite comes into view. I quickly get out of the building I was hiding in to be behind Kimishima.

"Kazuma it's HOLD we have to leave!"

"If you give me four thousand I'll buy some time to get out of here."

"Okay, Yuka lets go."

Kimishima grabs my right arm and tries to pull me with him, but I don't move.

"No, I'm staying here. You appointed me as back- up for a reason right?"

"Don't get yourself killed."

I nod and Kimishima runs back to the car. I stood far enough away to step in when I'm needed. Kazuma can always take care of himself in a fight, but this is HOLY. They are HOLD's most elite fighters for alter users. Kazuma jumps into the air and puts a dent into the body armor of the enormous vehicle. The shuttle door opens and out came a tall slim figure. I remain on the side lines watching as this new alter user came forward.

"I take it that you are a member of HOLY? Alright fine let's do it."

The door to mobile unite closes to reveal a male HOLY soldier. The feeling of a threat rose through me as well as a sense of familiarity. The color of his dark teal hair and piercing red eyes scream to me. In the blink of an eye Kazuma and this HOLY solder begin fighting. In no time a humanoid alter appears and catches Kazuma off guard. With two dark purple ribbon like antennas it grabs Kazuma's right arm and hit him in the stomach with the other. Almost falling over Kazuma reaches for a rock and throws it at his opponent only to have it destroyed an inch before hitting his face.

"Think I'm a coward for doing that"

"Not really. It's what the least I could expect from a low level alter user."

"What did you say!?"

The battle gets more and more intense. In only a few short moments Kazuma was on the ground.

-I can't believe he beat Kazuma. Kazuma is one of the strongest alter users I know.-

My mind fills with shock. This guy is treated him like an amateur with his humanoid alter power. I have no choice, but to step in and fight. Activating my alter, I go in front of Kazuma. I take my fighting stance and glare at my opponent. The strange alter user stands solid before me. Not at all phased by me.

"You must be the other alter user. I must also take you into custody as well."

"Sorry I have no time to be arrested tonight."

His alters antenna come my way and with a simple breath it froze in mid- strike. The other came and I dodged it effortlessly. I get close proximity and kick him in the side. I manage to grab his arm and flip him over my shoulder. The mysterious alter user quickly recovers and gets to his feet. He charges into me and slams his palm into my stomach, knocking me down hard. I slide across ground and stops next to Kazuma. I bare my ice claws and charge full force at him. He did the same and we pass each other with. I receive a bruise on right arm and the stranger gets three shallow cuts on his right arm. Blood dripping from his wounds heavily and my bruise starts to get worse and swell greatly. We continue to fight leaving cuts and bruises on each other. We fought for almost five minutes and neither of us giving up. We knew we had to win no matter what, but I had to get Kazuma to safety and back to Kanami.

"You are very skilled and your alter power is amazing. However this must end, I must take you in. No matter what."

"Thank you, so we agree on winning this battle. I just don't agree on be taken to HOLD tonight."

Both fighters are breathing heavily and covered in wounds. Never have they come across an opponent that can match their abilities until now. We stare deeply and intensely into each other's eyes. The fire burning in them could melt anything even my alter.

-The only thing I can do is quickly grab Kazuma and run, but I need a distraction. He is fater than me and with Kazuma as extra weight. I'll be slowed down. I have no other choice, but this.-

I blow cold air and shoot diamond spikes from my claws. I make a quick dash towards Kazuma, so I can grab him and go, but it was not successful. The guy's alter uses its antenna to wrap around my legs causing me to trip. It uses the other to bind my hands behind her.

"Can't we have dinner first?"

"I'm sorry, but this isn't my thing and you have to be taken into custody."

"Awe, too bad I was hoping we could have some more fun."

The two teens stare at each other hints of familiar light. The new alter user asks the one question that made their paths intertwine.

"Do I know you?"

Yuka stares at him with a confused face.

I was dreaming. In my dream I became two different people. One that wanted to change the inevitable. He is screaming hold on, hold on, hold on. I kept wishing with all my might. The other who had an encounter with her past. She has all these questions running through her head. Who are? Where have I seen you? What are you to me? Tell me, please tell me. I want to know. Please tell me.