Disclaimer - I don't own Fast and The Furious, nor do I own any of the character. Maki, Devin and any other OCC characters belong to me as well as the plot.

Chapter 2

I followed Devin, wondering if the races were going to be in the same place as they had been five years ago. There was nothing wrong with an abandoned field with a track, but I think they could have found something better by now. With the yakuza, and some other connections, they could afford any non-suspicious place to find somewhere to race. Devin hadn't said anything, but I hope he just forgot. I wouldn't blame him if he had because he was used to the races while I was the newbie. Well of course until someone remembered me.

Shaking my head, I turned my car following Devin. I frowned when he stopped in front of one of those machines that had a pole that wouldn't come up unless you had access from the guy in the box. I saw a guy talking to Devin, glance at my car then nod and press the button. As soon as the pole went up, my brother drove in. I pressed the gas, nodding my head to the guy as I drove pass. I guess they had found a better place to race and some insurance to make sure no outsiders mistook this place as something else.

My eyebrows rose as we drove in. I took in all the cars with one sweep of my gaze, taking in the RX8's, Skylines and such. My Chrysler ME 412 seemed out of place here, and not because it was all black and had no designs but because of its make. A smile twitched on my lips as I wondered if one of these bad boys would underestimate my baby. Just because I hadn't put on the designs and made it look smashing didn't mean by car couldn't drift. It could, and I couldn't wait to show them.

Shaking my head, I watched Devin park in a empty slot. I brought my car to a stop right beside him and opened my door. My gaze swept to the crowd, taking in some people who were staring. I hoped they remember little Maki, because she was home..and maybe for good? Who knew? I might decide to stay in Tokyo, avoiding Takashi, but staying never the less. Tokyo was one place I was understood and loved. It might be my permanent home, but first I had to see how things were now.

Stepping out of the vehicle, I met the challenging gazes of the females and males. The people nearest me seemed to freeze, gazing at me with calculating eyes. I tilted my head, peering right back at them. Only when one cracked a smile and stepped forth did my own smile play upon my lips. "If it isn't Maki all grown up" the male said, giving me a hug and murmuring "We missed you girl. Takashi always was a fool, wasn't he?" I couldn't help but grin and nod my head.

Takashi POV

I had been talking with Han, arm around Neela's shoulder when I heard the sound of Devin's car. I smiled, and said to the gang "Finally, the old DK has arrived. What took him so long?" I questioned, but nobody answered. Han only shook his head, munching on some chips as he leaned against his car, girls clinging to him as usual. I lifted a eyebrow, scanning the crowd to find him but I couldn't spot him at first. There seemed to be a large crowd around the area where he usually parked and this made me frown in confusion. Why was Devin so popular all of a sudden?

Standing up, I begin walking in Devin's direction, Han, Morimoto, Neela, and the others of my group followed. The crowd parted before me, bringing me closer to one of my closest friends. When I got to his car, I gave him a hug and said "Dev, what going on?" Devin didn't reply right away and didn't meet my gaze. This got me worried and I stepped back, gaze going to the car parked right beside him. Then I froze, every inch of me going cold. No she can't be here I thought, staring at the figure that stood beside the car.

When her gaze came up and met mine, I knew it was for real and not some illusion. Maki was back in Tokyo, older and ready to take on the drifting world. I glanced at Devin, and demanded "Why didn't you tell me?" Devin sighed and ran a hand through his hair "I didn't think it would be a good idea. Takashi, she still hasn't forgiven you." I flinched at that, and flicked another glance to Maki, but she had her back to me. Damn, not only was she back but it seemed that she hated me.

I turned to talk to Han, but he and Morimoto where gone. I turned and saw them heading over to Maki. I glowered at that, as well as all the guys close to my long ago partner in crime. I wonder if she knows I still have our car. Probably not. Sighing, I wrapped my arm around a confused Neela and went to greet Maki as was my duty as DK.

Maki POV

I was chatting with one of the guys when I felt hands wrap around my waist. A warm breath brushed against my ear as Han spoke "Well, if it isn't little Maki coming home." I grinned and turned in his arms, giving him a hug. "I missed you Han" I murmured in his shoulder, happy to see a old friend again. He chuckled and gave me a kiss on the head before letting me go. I tilted my head as I gazed up at him, eyes twinkling with amusement. Han's gaze flicked over my shoulder and I turned quickly. Too late. Morimoto hands wrapped around me and spun me around and around. I shrieked and giggled, hitting my hand on his shoulder "Lemme go" I whined, acting like a little kid again.

With one more twirl, and a chaste kiss on the lips, Morimoto let me go. "Hey Maki" he said with a devilish grin, acting as if he hadn't just twirled me around like some kindergartener. I narrowed my eyes playfully at him "Morimoto, still the playful idiot I see" I snorted when Morimoto put a hand to his heart and gave off the offended air at being called a idiot. Han chuckled from behind us and I tossed him a sheepish look. The smile died on my face when I saw who was approaching.

Straightening and putting a emotionless mask on my face, I turned to face DK. I shot a glance to Han and Morimoto, wondering who they would align with. Morimoto was already at my back, and Han followed, a show of strength against the person who had hurt me so long ago. So this was how we were going to meet. I with Han and Morimoto to help me should I fall, and him with his arm around his current girlfriend who I would later find out is Neela. Guess it wasn't the worst meeting that could have happened.