Disclaimer : I don't own Yu-Gi-Oh!, the characters within, or any references mentioned. Shira is copyrighted by me, and remains my creation forevermore.Chapter 2
Tenchi's POVTenchi nearly choked on her cereal, and stared up at her parents sitting across from her. "I'm going to what?!"
Her dad chuckled at your reaction. "Well, since we raised enough money, you're doing so well in school, and you're seventeen of age now-"
"You're kicking me out?!" She dropped your spoon, which caused droplets of milk to fly everywhere. Her mouth gaped open, and she felt a tint of betrayal inside. "W-Why?!"
"Kicking you out is such a blunt conclusion," he laughed lightly, earning a glare from his daughter. He reached across the table and ruffled her head.
"We believe you are old enough to soar through life on your own," her mother put in softly. "Look how big you've grown! Taller than me now, I see."
That bit a humor did not affect Tenchi at the moment. "Am I such a nuisance, that you're kicking your own daughter out of your home?"
"No, no, not at all!" her dad said quickly.
Sounds like it to me, Shira snickered. Tenchi growled back at her inwardly, and turned her attention back to her parents.
"Then what are you doing?"
"Well, we thought you were old enough to start life on your own. Don't worry, we have decided to give you all the money that you'll ever need." her mother smiled.
"And, what's even better, is that you can travel to wherever place you'd like to get your education, and live a life you'd wish to live." her father finished.
"Really?" she asked in disbelief. They both nodded. "Wow! Thanks, Mum and Dad!" Tenchi stood up and ran at them, bringing them into a strong embrace. They let out a grunt of discomfort, for their breath was thinning, so she let go. "This is, so far, the most giving thing I've even heard of, that would come from anyone's parents. You're the best! When do I have to leave?"
"Well, there was a storm that caused some serious damage at the airport, so you'll have to wait a couple of days. Where would you want to go, anyway?"
Tenchi immediately stopped to think for a moment. There were a lot of places she wanted to go. But most of all she wanted to go to Egypt and Japan. But...how would Shira react if Tenchi went to Egypt...? Would she be happy? Sometimes she often thought of Egypt with distaste, as if she did remember what happened there, in her past life. But she didn't. But Tenchi didn't want to take the risk.
"I've always wanted to go to Japan..."
"Japan?!" her parents exclaimed with surprise.
"But that's so far away!" her mother fussed. "So far away from my little baby-!"
"Hey, I thought I was grown up," she said, your lips curling into a smile.
Her mother then smiled herself, but sorrow showed in her eyes. "Is that where you want to go, sweetie?"
"Yes, Mum."
"That's my girl!" Her dad brought his arm all around her neck and ruffled her head again, rough enough to be a noogie. "On to other worlds, to other adventures! Just like my grandfather, right?"
"Right!" Tenchi grinned, squirming out of his tight grip.
"Well, you want to go upstairs and pack? There no telling when the planes will be airborne again."
"Okay!" And with that, with such excitement, she ran up the stairs, three at a time, with a big smile on her face. She entered her room and shut the door, sprinting to her closet, dragging out a huge suitcase she used for vacations. She immediately started packing everything; clothing, jewelry, everything. She left some things as they were, for her parents to remember her by, if they were ever sad of missing her. When she were done, her suitcase, plus one other and a bag, were bloated with her belongings.
Already done, I see. Shira replied suddenly, and for some reason, her voice seemed louder, and out of Tenchi's mind. She turned around quickly, and saw a faint reflection of herself, sitting on her bed. She had her back against the wall, and her hands casually behind her head, with a bored expression on her face.
"Whoa!" Tenchi called out in surprise, but then immediately covered her mouth. She took her hand away and whispered, "What the hell, Shira? Why do you look like me?"
Shira shrugged, then Tenchi got to observe her more closely. Her hair was jagged, now as the teen could see, and her green eyes were darker than her hikari's emerald ones, with red surrounding the pupils. She started to speak again.
This is how I look when I take control over you, she said, and her lips moved, but no natural sound came out. Her voice echoed in the adolescent's head. And you're the only one who can see me. I'm in my ghost form, if you will.
"I see," Tenchi nodded, and walked over to sit beside her on the bed. She felt exhausted anyway, from packing, so the bed seemed somewhat of a relief.
After a few minutes, Shira spoke again. ...your first choice was Egypt, huh?
Tenchi turned to look at her, and found that her yami was looking at her. "How-?"
Your mind is open to me, remember? She tapped her head. I know all your thoughts.
"Yeah, Egypt was my first choice."
Hm, Shira made an understanding sound in her throat. Okay then. I'm gonna miss your folks, I gotta admit.
"Why?"
'Cause your old man ain't too bad at cooking, Shira smirked at her. And your mum's pretty funny. I like her humor.
Tenchi chuckled. "Thanks."
Onward to Japan, huh? She changed the subject after a few moments.
"Yep."
Sounds exciting. Any idea which city?
"Well, there's Domino. I've seen pictures. The parks, buildings, they're all beautiful. And I read that the school there is very rewarding."
Good for you. Very nerdy of you to research.
"Hey!" Tenchi threw a playful punch at her yami, but it only went through, causing the teen to laugh. Shira chuckled as well.
Well, see ya later, shrimp. Then she shimmered, and disappeared.
5 Days Later
Shira's POV
Shira watched through Tenchi's eyes as she said her goodbyes to her parents. She also witnessed her goodbyes to her highschool friends, which were filled with never-ending tears. How stupid, she thought to herself at that time, and went to her soul room. Although Tenchi could read and hear Shira thoughts, she could not enter the spirit's mind. Sure, the twisting stairways and abysses she visited was technically Shira's mind - showing how truly lost she was -, but Tenchi did not know Shira's exact thoughts. Most of the time in this period of time, Shira stayed in her soul room, cautiously waiting until it was safe to be out without being bombarded with tearful farewells. But today she stayed.
Shira floated close behind Tenchi's eyes, giving her a view of everything she sees. Tenchi was already at the airport, ready to board. From her perch, Shira watched as Tenchi said goodbye to them. To her parents. Unstoppable tears fell down from her mother's eyes, showing how much care and sorrow she had for her child. You could also see the sorrow in Tenchi's father's eyes, but he tried to cover it up with a weak smile. As far as Shira could tell, she knew that they would miss her terribly. But they couldn't keep her forever; she was a grown bird, with the need to fly in the real world. Contribute her talents and such.
Shira looked at Tenchi's parents one last time, and turned away. Suddenly, she felt something against her cheek, and she quickly went to wipe it off. When she moved her hand away, she discovered her fingers glistening. Tears? She asked yourself, as if her heart would answer her. Why am I crying? A stray thought came across her mind....what were MY parents like? Did they care for me?
She immediately felt a shimmer of sorrow dance in Tenchi's conciousness at that moment. She looked back to see her already climbing the steps to the airplane. She turned one last time to look at her parents, holding each other tight and waving, tears shining in their eyes, but smiles helping them overcome it. Tenchi waved back, and soon a flight attendant closed the door, and ushered her down the narrow walkway to her seat.
When Tenchi did reach her seat, she immediately got comfortable to catch some sleep, so she would be awake when you've landed. When her eyelids finally drooped a few minutes after takeoff, Shira floated, invisible to others, beside her.
She sat down in the empty seat and crossed her arms. She sighed. Don't worry, Tenchi; I'll protect you. For your parent's sake...
And mine.
End of ChapterVixen: AH!
Shira: What is it now?!
Vixen: Bleach is playing right now and I'm missing it as I type! T.T
Shira: But... but the tv is just a few metres behind you!
Vixen: Oh yeah! But I'll still keep it short and sweet! XD
Shira: -.-
Vixen: Hope you liked it, and R&R!
