Disclaimer: I am not Yuu Watase. Need I say more?
Cheetara:Ahh my very first review Thanks for reviewing Sorry for the confusion I've caused you, the timeline is actually to tell the readers when the story took place. (After all the 52 ep and the 3 OVAs). Miaka is actually recalling what happened during ep.33 (he died). But then he was reincarnated and transform back to his original form. I hope that clarifies your matter please continue reading my fanfic and review
To all readers : The next chapter will not be out so soon as I will be going on a family vacation for 4days. So check again in about 11 or 12 of June 2007. Thank you for reading. Please review
Sorry, I said that the next update will be on the 4th or 5th of June but it's late as I wasn't allowed to use the computer yesterday I'm trying to make use of the June holiday to finish this fanfic. Please do review! I need to know if anyone's reading and where I can improve on. Gomen. I'm not good at writing action but will try my best.
Sanyo is a made-up character.
The Promise
Chapter 2: Strength VS Speed
It was early morning, late at night. Miaka and Nuriko (more like Nuriko) had taken turns to keep a watch on the fire. The purple haired man glanced at the Suzaku-no-Miko who was sound asleep at a red mat which was given by Hotohori himself. She looks so peaceful when she sleeps. Just like a little lamb. He recalled Miaka's words at dinner time Promise me you won't die again… and sighed. He wondered if she knew that he love her and would die for her. He had not been too obvious, had he?
"You know, you've got to tell her soon enough." Nuriko spun around to see the source of the voice. No one…
"Don't be a coward and come out ! " Nuriko clenched his fist, bracelets turned to red armbands.
"Nu-nuriko, it's not even morning yet… and whats for brea- " Miaka screamed.
"MIAKAAA!" Nuriko, now frustrated and angry turned to face his opponent who was holding a knife threateningly at Miaka's throat. The assaulter was a female, long thick hair and was wearing a maroon dress.
"One false move and she dies."
"Who are you and what do you want?"
"My name is Sanyo and I want your life, Chosen One." Nuriko was slightly shocked by the directness of his opponent and puzzled by the name she had given him but instead of questioning her, he strike a fighting pose. "Awww…. How sweet. Ready to fight and die for your priestess?" just then, Miaka, stomped with all her might at Sanyo's feet who instinctively dropped the knife and released her grip on Miaka.. Nuriko- realizing the advantage charged up to Sanyo who smiled and showed no signs of dodging. Take that. Nuriko used all his strength to land a punch at the opponent but he almost tripped at the emptiness in front of him. Sanyo had disappeared into thin air. What the? Miaka screamed again, then Nuriko felt intense pain in his back as something sharp stabbed him, he turned around, just in time to land a heavy blow on Sanyo who flew a short distance of 3m, the flight was short but the impact when her body hit the ground was hard.
Was that the sound of a breaking bone? Nuriko thought and smiled at his accomplishment but he too hit the ground. He heard footsteps coming towards him. Miaka. "Nuriko!" He touched his back, the knife was still there. With a strong tug, he pulled the knife out and screamed. " Nuriko-san !" Miaka was by his side now crying. He tried to stand but to no avail.
"Baka Miaka. Don't cry. It's just a scratch." He stared at the lifeless body of Sanyo, something's not right. "Miaka, stand back." He tried once more to stand up, this time successful. Something's not right. Sanyo's dead but what is this weird aura of magic surrounding her?
"Fools. Celebrating so early? You think that childish blow will kill me? Nakago laid a spell on me, I'm able to be reborn once, but these time, a whole lotta times stronger." Sanyo stood up as if she had not suffered any injuries. Miaka took a step back, a terrified look on her face.
"You know what Sanyo? You talk too much." Nuriko dashed towards Sanyo who expectedly disappeared behind Nuriko. The attack came but Nuriko dodged it easily, sending a blow onto Sanyo's left leg. Sanyo's speed had increased tremendously. She
not only avoided most of Nuriko's attacks but managed to lay a few punches on Nuriko's chest. It's a battle between speed and strength, by 10 minutes, both party had suffered critical damages. Darn it. If I keep that up, I will sure be doomed. There's only one last chance. Nuriko avoided Sanyo's punch and grab her leg, pulling her to the ground. Sanyo started to run. Nuriko held on tight though he could feel the stinging wind gushing past his face. Shocked, Sanyo tried to kick Nuriko away but that only tightens Nuriko's grip. Nuriko took this chance and pinned her down sending punches to his opponent who despite all efforts could not run with a man twice her size on top of her. Nuriko raised his fist high up in the air, the other hand was gripped firmly at Sanyo's neck. "Tell me where is Nakago."
"Lala Land." Came the reply.
"I've got no time for jokes. Tell me where he is." Nuriko tighten his grip, making Sanyo gasped for air.
"Mount….Mount Seku."
"Clack." Nuriko twisted her neck and let go of the lifeless body slowly. He was someone who hates blood. Better that than Nakago's. He stared at the body. Why is she so willing to tell me Nakago's hideout? And why did she calls me Chosen One?
"Nuriko-san. Are you all right?" Nuriko looked at the worried girl's face and grinned.
"Baka. Of course I'm all right. Didn't I told you Nuriko doesn't die so easily? Tomorrow we will head to Mt. Seku" Miaka ran to their camp site and took out the bandage to bandage Nuriko's wound. "Arigato, Miaka-san."
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"Good. Come to Mt. Seku Nuriko… I'll be waiting."
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There you go. Chapter 2 hope you enjoy it. What surprises awaits Nuriko and Miaka. Will they find Yui? And what is the Chosen One? Find out in the next few chapters to come.
I need your help in the next chapter. Do you all prefer another bad guy then we go to Nakago? Or do you guys want Nakago immediately. Please do review and tell me.