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A/N:Ok so wow.I am really happy with hoe the first chapter went and I am hoping everyone will enjoy this one just as much. I have a lot of OCs in these next few chapters but our favorite Web-head is coming up. Um, you know enjoy this chapter and let me know what you think. As always I am open to suggestions and would love to know what you think
A QUICK UPDATE ON MY OTHER STORIES:
Coming Together- I have had a slight problem with my computer and I had a good start with Luke's chapter and lost it. So, I have to rewrite the whole chapter now. So update will be ASAP.
Next Generation Kai- Half way done will be posted soon.
Reviews:
ArtemisBAMF1218- I am glad you like this story. Danny's origin is a pretty tragic one, but he is able to still go on in his life. Aiko is a sweet and loving character and she cares about people. You may have to wait a while for the title to be revealed but you might figure it out. Also if you ever have any ideas on what you would like to see let me know.
Nova'sGirl- That was just me. Um, well, thanks for reading this story and I really hope you continue Sam has some pretty good parts down the road. I think you would enjoy.
NyanWolf- I didn't mean to have such a similarity between Aiko & Danny and Anna & Kai. It just kind of happened. I am glad you liked the feels, I was going for that. Danny easily has the saddest origin on the team, both of his parents were killed in cold blood, pretty much the same night and then he winds up in a different dimension with nothing he is used to and no way home. I would be terrified if that was me, epically considering how young he was when it all happened.
Chapter 1
About Ten Years Later...
"I still don't get it." Danny sighed as he flipped through the different papers on his desk. "Why don't you want to go?"
"I just don't." Aiko sighed. "This isn't my kind of thing, I know I got the powers, but unlike you, I don't really need 'experience.'"
Danny looked up from the desk at Aiko, who was laying on his bed looking up at the ceiling, which over the years, had taken on a collection of painting of old stories.
"I guess you don't." He sighed, turning back to his book and scribbling down a few notes.
Aiko let out a deep breath. "So how was training this morning? You left really early."
"Same as usual. I was the test subject, I'm still coughing up, sludge." Danny sighed closing his book. "But, hey, the Immortal Weapons? They're family."
Aiko snorted. "Nice." Looking out the window she sighed. "You want to go outside and do something. The weather isn't going to be this nice for too much longer."
"Sure, I am already packed anyway. We might as well." Danny stood up from his seat.
He was no longer a pale, thin, weak child. He had gotten a slight tan, and his childhood skinniness was replaced by ten tough years of martial art training. His hair had grown out to his chin and was cut right across level. He wore loose fit green pants with a yellow belt and wasn't wearing a shirt, because of the heat. On his chest was a deep burn, the mark of his power.
The pair walked out of the house and down the street, talking away. Leaving their worries behind.
"So, how are you adjusting?" Aiko finally asked as they entered one of the busiest marketplaces.
Danny sighed. "I am never going to get used to this, and the fact that the masters knew all along…" He trailed off as they stopped looking at the city.
"They kept it from you because they knew what would happen with Scorpion," Aiko said softly. "They were lucky to notice so early. They didn't tell you because they were concerned about your upbringing. They wanted you to be different. Plus you had a good life."
Danny let out a breath. "I know, and I don't have any complaints. It's just something hard to adjust to. Just imagine you're an orphan in the city of immortals. No one really cares about you and you end up just barely lucky enough that the elders of the city take you in."
Danny looked around before continuing. "They make you work your butt off because you are supposed to be 'something great'. And when you finally reach what they were talking about and you think you don't have to climb the mountain anymore…" Danny paused.
"You fall back to the bottom with a new purpose. But the new motivation is not always there. You have to find a way to make it work. Find a way back up to the top so you can fall once again." Danny smiled at Aiko weakly.
"Someone really was listening to the lecture." She said smiling as they kept on walking.
Danny only looked at her and shook his head. "I always pay attention. Do you want to go to the lake today?" he suggested.
Aiko smiled widely. "Yes!"
Thirty minutes later a small group of four made their way out the trees to a huge lake.
"The hottest day of the year!" A boy with black hair announce. He was Danny's size, but older. He had short shaggy black hair and tanned Asian skin. "The lake is the perfect place to spend it! Glad I thought of it!"
A girl with brown hair that went halfway down her back stood next to him, smacking his head. "Hiroshi, this was Danny's idea. Not yours!" She snapped. she wore a loose top and pants and was getting cranky because of the heat.
"I really don't care whose idea this was, Kasumi." Aiko sighed. "But today is going to be a great day."
"A perfect way to spend the last day together." Danny sighed. "You know," He turned to face his friends. "Before I leave."
"Yah, when you get back it will be snowing like no one's business!" Kasumi sighed. "Just got to love K'un-Lun!"
Hiroshi shook his head irritated. "Enough mushy stuff!" He declared. "Last on to the water is dragon food!" He yelled, taking off down the bank.
Danny dashed after him, with the girls in tow.
The group splashed around in the water for hours before spreading out on the bank.
Hiroshi had started a fire and Danny had caught a few fish.
They were slowly roasting over the fire as everyone sat around, teasing each other to the point of near insanity.
"And that one time when Hiroshi nearly got us all killed," Aiko added.
"Hey!" Hiroshi yelled, skinning a fish.
"That's how all the best tales start," Danny commented, he had made himself happy on a tree branch that was a few feet off the ground.
"Thank you, Danny," Hiroshi said as he finished his job.
"What time are you needed back in the city, Danny?" Kasumi asked as she helped herself to the fish.
"We have about an hour until we have to leave, that gives me time to get cleaned up." Danny estimated.
"You forgot about your meeting." Aiko reminded him without looking up. "Remember?" Aiko asked.
Danny sighed. "Thirty minutes then."
"Danny and Aiko, sitting in a tree…" Hiroshi started.
Aiko shot a small bolt of lightning out of her finger. "Don't start." She warned harshly.
"Alright, but really, you are acting like a real housewife, reminding Danny about meetings and other things he forgot."
"I'm a warrior. The ancient laws allow it and I am." Aiko snapped.
"I didn't forget about the meeting. I just didn't want to go." Danny added from the tree.
Hiroshi groaned. "I thought you were a saint, Danny!" He shook his head. "Such a bad example."
Danny wrinkled his nose.
When they returned to the city it was still burning hot.
"Have fun at your meeting!" Hiroshi called after Danny as he hurried into the monastery to attempt to get himself cleaned up.
Danny held an apple clenched in his teeth as he left his room at the monastery. He had a room there, and at the Kung's house, and eventually maybe the palace.
He fiddled with his belt attempting to tie the belt on his waist. Once he did that he buttoned up his shirt. Taking the apple out of his mouth, he finished it quickly, rushing to the throne room.
He opened the door quickly rushing in. "Hello?" Danny called.
"You're late." A voice noted as Danny looked up at Yu-Ti who stood before him.
"Sorry, Master." Danny bowed quickly.
"And you're wet." He noted. A hand shot up to Danny's wet hair.
"Sorry, Master," Danny said again, remaining calm.
The older man stood watching Danny for a moment. A low growl of disgust escaped his throat.
"Are you ready for your trip to the outside world?" Yu-Ti asked he walked right past Danny to the door where he had entered.
"I assume I am. I do however have to keep reminding myself that this is temporary. Going back to the outside world will hold many challenges for me." Danny spoke calmly as he walked up to the door and followed Yu-Ti.
"I expect you to be a better warrior than you currently are when you return."
"I know the expectations." Danny sighed.
They walked until they reached the arena, where Aiko and Hiroshi sparred in the afternoon heat.
"Aiko is quite a prize to be won. Isn't she, Daniel?" Yu-Ti asked, looking at the teen who was watching his friends closely.
"Her skills are great, and she is strong," Danny said calmly. "But, as a prize?" He shook his head. "Aiko is a skilled warrior, not a simple woman who does simple chores, she is much more, and she doesn't seem ready to be anywhere near settled down. The laws of K'un-Lun give her the opportunity to be a warrior and Aiko is not backing down."
Yu-Ti merely chuckled. "You should get ready to leave, the SHIELD agents will be here shortly."
Danny nodded. "Alright." He bowed and quickly ran off.
"He said what?" Aiko shouted as Danny took another cookie off the plate.
Kasumi watched them with wide eyes while Hiroshi failed to hold back his laughter.
"I told you," Danny said, taking a bite. "He called you a 'prize to be won'."
Aiko turned hot pink, and Hiroshi fell over with laughter.
"If he weren't the Yu-Ti…" Aiko trailed off.
Danny only smiled. "Aiko, calm down. I told him you were a warrior."
"So?!" Aiko burst out. A solid pounding at the door stopped her from going on. "I'll get it." She muttered getting up.
Aiko walked across the house from the low table and opened the door that lead into the beautiful courtyard.
"Nín hǎo." She smiled, then she got a good look at the two people before her.
"Hello." The man said he had pale skin, weird clothing, and brown hair. "Is this where we can find Daniel Rand and Aiko Kung?" he asked.
"Oh. Yes." Aiko smiled, nodding. "I am Aiko Kung." She bowed. "Um, please come in," when they walked by Aiko, she took the chance to look at the second person, she was about Danny's age and had long brown hair and wore a skin-tight costume, a mask covered her face.
The three teenagers sitting at the table had been watching, and Kasumi took another cookie.
"Danny, these are the SHIELD agents," Aiko said, walking over to the table.
Danny stood and smiled. "Hello. I'm Danny or Iron Fist." He held out his hand and they both shook it.
"Let me go get my bag, I'll be ready to go in a moment," Danny said disappearing into the back of the house.
"Don't you have something to grab, Ms. Kung?" The man asked addressing Aiko.
"Um, no. I sort of decided last-minute, I don't think I am ready to join a team. I have powers and everything, but right now. I think my place is here."
"Understandable." The man said and Aiko smiled relieved.
Danny walked out from the back of the house.
"I'm ready." He said quietly.
The group of four walked to the gate. Aiko had come with them just to say good-bye.
The agents had gone through the gate and were waiting for Danny.
"And remember to keep in touch," Aiko added to the list of things she was telling Danny.
"I will. I will do everything." He smiled.
"Be careful." Aiko sighed.
"You too…" Danny smiled, bringing her into a hug.
Aiko watched Danny go through the gate and disappear.
Disappear out of her life.
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