Blood and Fresh: the monster within

by Di.M.H

Saya has awoken up after four years. she finds herself face with her greats enemy. Herself, she comes face to face to the monster trapped within her. Can she won against herself or is she doomed to submit to the beast that lies within? she can won? ya see

3. Chapter 3, the bloody message

Saya: "This sounds dark,"

Kai: "Yeah it does,"

Di.M.H: "Oh, you guys haven't seen anything yet,"

Saya: (rolls eyes) "I bet,"

Kai: (laughs) "Well we have a lot to cover,"

Di.M.H: "Let's just already, go ahead read on and please review. thank ya all."

Blood and fresh; the monster within

Chapter 1, awaken once more

Time was the thing one you can lose track of more than anything. What if you're something more than time itself? What if you could live outside of time? What if you were something of a monster? Would you try to live with humans or would you destroy them to survive? These questions can sometimes appear to the weakest and the strongest of monster. Sometimes, the monsters are humans but the monsters that people talk about are vampires, werewolves, mummies and other creatures like that. What if you were one of those creatures? Would you wish to be human or allow the monster to take over you? What would you do?

The darkness surrounded me. I couldn't see anything but the darkness. I opened my eyes but found more darkness. I heard laughter as I struggled from the darkness. Soon light appeared and I felt myself being lifted from the darkness. "Saya?" said a voice. My eyes were blinded by the light. "Kai?" I called out. My older brother stood up with me in his arms. "It's okay Saya," he said, "I got ya now don't worry." He carried me to his motorcycle. "I've missed you Saya," he said after a while. I smiled.

"I've missed you too Kai," I replied. He placed me onto his motorcycle and then climbed aboard himself. I wrapped my arms around his waist. He drove down the road. The cool wind hit my face. Then I noticed that it was night time. Kai didn't say anything. "Kai?" I said. "Hn?" he said. "How long have I been asleep?" "Four years," he replied, "Julia find a way prevent the habitation but that was two years ago." That explained it. Kai said nothing more. It was like waking up to the cold. Kai was my only family left and if he wasn't showing me any emotion that showed that he was happy to have me back then my body felt cold.

We came to the clinic. Kai climbed off the bike and lifted me up then carried me inside. Julia stepped out from her office. "Oh, Kai," she said smiling at him softly. "Hey," said Kai. Julia saw me in his arms. "Well, good morning Saya," she said. "Hello, Julia," I replied smiling to her. She led us to a room. Kai placed me onto a bed. Julia placed a IV into my arm. Kai turned and stepped out the room. "Julia," I said. Julia looked up at me. "Is it Saya?" she asked. "What's wrong with Kai?" I asked.

Julia looked to the door. "Well," she said, "Kai's been going through a rough time latterly." "How so?" I asked concerned. "Well, he's…." the opened and Kai stepped in with Louis behind him. "Hey there Saya," said Louis, "Kai told me that you were awake." "Told ya," said Kai who was smiling now. That just made me smile. David came into the room as well. "Hello David," I said. "Saya," said David, "It's good to see you again." I smiled and nodded. Kai rubbed his neck. "Kai?" I said looking to him. Kai looked back at me. "It's nothing," he replied. Julia sighed. "I think you should tell her truth," she said.

"What that my old man is alive and is running from law?" he hissed. "Kai?" I said raising an eyebrow. Louis patted Kai's back. "It's been two months now Kai," he said. "Whatever," said Kai coldly. He turned and existed the room. "Julia?" I said, "What happened?" Julia turned to me. "Two months ago," she said, "Kai met his real father and now it's been hard for him." "Really?" I said surprised. Julia nodded sadly. David sighed. "His father turned his back on Kai and his mother and become a criminal,' said David.

Kai came back into the room with Mao and Okamura. "Hey there," said Okamura. I nodded. "Hey Otonashi," said Mao. "Hello Jahana-san," I replied smiling. Mao walked toward me. Kai stepped aside so Lulu and two four year girls could come in. "SAYA!" Lulu cried out. She onto the bed at my side and hugged me. "Hello Lulu," I said smiling at her. The two twins slowly walked toward me. "Kimmy, Sammy," said Kai smiling to them. "Come say hello to your aunt Saya." I smiled to them. Kimmy was the twin with the blue eyes. Sammy was the twin with the same color eyes as mine. They walked toward me carefully.

"Hello, auntie Saya," said Sammy. "Hi auntie Saya," said Kimmy. "Hello Kimmy, Sammy," I said. They smiled and climbed onto the bed beside Lulu. The door opened again. Joel came into the room in his wheelchair. A young boy with brown hair was pushing him into the room. "Hey Saya-neechan," he said. My eyes gotten widen. "RIKU!" I shouted. Riku nodded smiling. Kai laughed and patted Riku's head. "Julia found a way to bring Riku to life by using your blood," he explained. I was so happy to see my little brother again. The twins ran to him. 'Daddy, daddy," they cried holding up their arms for him.

Riku laughed and picked them up. "They can tell who their father is," I said smiling. Kai nodded smiling. "Yep, it was the twins we've decided to bring him back," said Joel smiling, "Anyway it's good to see you." I smiled at him and nodded. A shadow appeared through the doorway. Everyone turned to the door. Kai and Riku stepped forward smiling. "It's about time man," said Kai. "Yeah what took you?" Riku asked. The shadow said nothing. My eyes widener and jaw dropped to the floor. I stood up forgetting about the IV attract to me. "Hagi?" I gasped. Mao smiled at me and then pushed me toward him.

Everyone stepped aside even my brothers. I stood in front of my knight. Hagi looked down at me. "Saya," he said touching my cheek. I smiled and then hugged him. The warmth from his body told me that I wasn't dreaming. Kai and Riku laughed as they walked toward us. "Looks like the family is back together," said Kai smiling. I smiled at them. Hagi put his arms around me. Kai turned to Julia. She nodded and removed the needle from my arm. The IV had been empty. We walked toward the family van.

Lulu and Riku helped the twins into the back. Mao climbed into the driver seat. "Mao and I have been married for two years," Kai explained. I just smiled. Kai climbed onto his motorcycle. "You going out again," he asked turning to Hagi. I looked up at Hagi. He nodded. "How long?" Kai asked. "Only for few a days," he replied. "Okay, just don't get carried away," said Kai. Hagi nodded and disappeared into the wind. I shielded myself from the wind. When I moved my hands from my face; Hagi was gone.

"He's always doing that," said Kai, I turned to face him. "Hagi has some work that keeps him busy." He rubbed the back of his neck. "I know just how you been wanting to spend some time with him," he sighed. "But duty calls I guess." "What does he do?" I asked. Kai sighed. "Don't know," he replied, "He never said what it was." I looked down disappointed. "Come on," said Kai, 'Let's go home." I nodded. I climbed onto his motorcycle and we were off. "Hey," said Kai after a while. "Yeah?" I replied. "I've got a surprise for ya at home."

I walked through the door to Omoro. Mao appeared into the restaurant with a child in her arms. My eyes widen as I saw the child. "Isn't he cute?" Mao asked. I nodded smiling. I love babies and this baby was so cute. "That's my son, Derek," said Kai smiling. "He's so cute," I said as Mao handed him to me. "Hello Derek," I said smiling at him. Riku came into the room smiling. "I've talked to David," he said. "And?" Kai asked. "It's a go," Riku replied giving Kai a thumb-ups. Kai smiled.

Mao smiled too. "So when should we get everything ready?" Lulu asked. I raised an eyebrow. "What's going on?' I asked. "It's nothing Saya," said Kai. Derek cooed in my arms. My nieces titled their heads. Mao took Derek from my arms. "It's time for bed," she called to the twins. "Do we have to?" they groaned. "Yeah you do," Riku and Kai replied at once. Riku picked them up into his arms and carried them up to their room. Mao walked up the stairs. Lulu went to help Riku with the twins.

"Riku and Lulu are dating," said Kai standing right next to me. I looked at him. "Really?" I asked. Kai nodded smiling. "Yeah, they've been dating for three years." I smiled. "It's nice that Riku has someone that loves him and will help with the twins," I said. Kai nodded. "There's someone out there for everyone," he said, "I have Mao and Riku has Lulu and you have…." "Hagi," I said. He looked at me then smiled. "Yeah," he said, "You have Hagi." I nodded. "Well," he said, "I'm gonna turn in for the night.""Yeah me too," I said. He walked up the stairs. I followed him up the stairs.

I opened the door to my room. I saw a pink rose lying on my pillow. I smiled and picked it up. "Hagi," I said smiling at the rose. I noticed the blue ribbon tied on the stem. I smiled and removed it from the stem. I wrapped it around my wrist. I placed the rose onto the nightstand near my bed. I climbed into bed. I began to close my eyes when a gust of wind blew into my room. I sat up and saw another rose on my nightstand. It the same color as the first. "Hagi?" I called but no answer. I lay down onto the bed. I began to close my eyes once again when a voice whispered in my ear. "I love you, Saya."

I turned to see a shadow standing over me. "Wha" he covered my mouth. "I just had to see you," he said. I pushed his hand away from my mouth. "Solomon what the hell?" I cried out. "Forgive me Saya,' he said, "But I just had to see you." "Get out!" I shouted. "But Saya," he said. "I said get out!" I shouted again. Then another shadow came through my window and slashed into Solomon. "Riku?" I said as I saw Riku pinning Solomon up against the wall. 'How many times do Hagi and I have to tell you stay away from this family," he said. "My," said a voice, "You have learning from Hagi little Riku."

Another man appeared into the room. "Nathan," I cried out. "That's me," said Nathan. Riku threw Solomon at Nathan. "And how many times has Hagi and I told you to keep an eye on him!" Riku shouted at Nathan. "He could have rapped Saya-neechan." 'I would never do…." "Shut bastard," Riku shouted at him. "You're lucky that I'm not fully master my combatant skills yet or otherwise I'll…." Lulu came into the room. "Riku what's going?" she asked. Riku turned to her. "Solomon tried to take advance of Saya-neechan."

"What again?" said Lulu. "Again?" I asked turning to her. "He tried when you were asleep but Hagi and Riku turned him into a pen pillow," she replied. "Saya,' said Solomon as he appeared in front of me. "I was only trying to see you when they came and got the wrong idea." "Yeah, that explains why you were on top of her," said Riku pushing Solomon away. Nathan shook his head. "Sorry about this Saya," he said, "I guess when Solomon heard that you're awake he went berserk." I turned to Nathan who grabbed Solomon's arm. "She's not interest," he said to his brother. Before Solomon could reply Riku stepped in front of me.

"Back off," he barked. "I'll keep an eye on him next time," said Nathan. Riku growled at them. Nathan sighed and took off with Solomon in hand. "Are you alright neechan?" Riku asked. "What was with that?" I asked him. Lulu giggled. "You did great Riku," she said, "Your training with Hagi paid off." "Training?" I said. "Yeah," said Riku, "Hagi has been training me how to be a chevalier. When he's not busy; which is half the time." "Solomon has been popping up every now and then. Hagi has been kicking his butt to the curve."

"You really are Kai's little brother," said Lulu. Riku just laughed. I giggled. "Anyway, Hagi should be back next week," said Riku, "You should get some sleep." "Night, Saya," said Lulu as she headed out the door. Riku was about to follow her out when I called out to him. "Riku," I called. He turned to face me. "Thank you, for protecting me. You really have come a long way." He smiled. "Well," he said, "Hagi always said that it doesn't matter if he thinks that I've reached chevalier level it all matters on how you think about my skills." I smiled at my little brother. "Well," I said, "I'm very prove to call you my chevalier." Riku smiled again and then hugged me. I smiled and hugged him back.

After we pulled away; Riku went down the stairs. I yawned and climbed into bed. I closed my eyes and finally felt myself diff off to sleep. The thoughts being home filled my head. I never wanted to be anywhere else. My heart was full with the love that I have been missing. Now all that I needed was the love of the man that I love. How could I ever love him if he wasn't here by my side? The idea came into my head. I would try and make Hagi stay with me no matter what. Was he not being with because he thought I didn't love him? I've decided the next time I see Hagi; that I would show him how much I love him. Soon, I was fully asleep. No longer in the darkness but not into the light.

Hagi landed onto the roof of Omoro. He heard Riku and Lulu talking from below. "So what now?" Lulu asked. "I don't know,' said Riku, "Saya's birthday is tomorrow and Kai is counting on us to get everything ready." "Okay, Okay, let me think." Hagi looked into Saya's bedroom window. She was fast asleep. He held in his right hand a small box that he had brought for her. "Just let me talk to Kai, okay?" said Riku. "Okay," Lulu replied. They kissed. Hag smiled at them. He knew just how young love was. He had been in love, well he still was in love with Saya. She was his light of the world.

They pulled away after a few minutes. Hagi looked into Saya's window once more. The love of his life; how could he show her his undying love and devotion. If only she knew more of his feelings she knew that he loves her but she didn't know how so. "Hey Hagi," said Riku as he appeared at his side. Hagi wasn't surprise by the young chevalier sudden appearance. "Solomon, came by again," said Riku, "He tried to get Saya-neechan to fall for 'im." Hagi nodded. Riku knew that his teacher was enraged.

Hagi has taught Riku many things. And if there was one thing Riku had learned was how his teacher and brother was how he showed emotions. Hagi's face was hard to read but his eyes had the answers. Saya meant the world to Hagi and Riku knew that. He looked at his older sister through the window. "So," said Riku, "When are you going to…." He stopped when looked into Hagi's eyes telling him to drop it. "Never mind," he said. "I'm envious of you," said Hagi. Riku was shock by this sudden reply.

"Huh?" he said, "What are you talking about Hagi?" "You have done what I have been afraid doing," Hagi continued, "You were not afraid of telling Lulu how you felt about her. I never told Saya how I felt without Kai's help." "Hagi," said Riku, "I only told Lulu how I felt was because I wanted to like you." Hagi looked the young chevalier. "All my life I wanted to be like someone else. I was pretty weak. I don't want to get into fights like Kai-nichan did. I did want to be like him though but then you came into our lives. For some reason I thought I could be like you." "Why?" Hagi asked. "I saw how you protected Saya-neechan from chiropterans and I thought that was cool."

"When I become a chevalier I thought I could be like you but I realized that you need special training. When Kai-nichan told me that you told Saya-neechan how you felt I thought I could tell Lulu how I felt." Hagi chuckled. "Childish behavior," said Hagi, "It's always amusing." Riku just smiled. "Well, can't blame a guy from trying," said Riku. He just laughed. Hagi chuckled. "When are you taking me camping again?" Riku asked. "Soon, I promise," said Hagi, "The twins, Lulu and the others can come too." Riku smiled. Hagi looked into the window. Saya had turned in her sleep. "Well," said Riku standing up. "We should get inside. The sun is about to rise. I know for a fact that Saya-neechan will be glad to see you." They stepped into Omoro to await the day ahead.

I opened my eyes and yawned. I sat up from my bed. I checked the clock. It was a quarter pass ten. I got up and walked to my closet. I managed to get dress. I had decided to wear by old school uniform (no idea why though). I made my way down the stairs. "SURPRISE!" voices shouted making me jump almost out of my skin. Kai laughed as he walked toward me. "Happy birthday, Saya," he said holding out his arms to give me a hug. My eyes widen. "What?" I said blinking wildly. "What?" said Kai laughing.

"Don't tell me you forgot your own birthday?" he asked still laughing, "When did you…." I couldn't speak. Hagi walked forward with one of his famous small smiles. "He's been planning this for months since we tried that experiment on you," Kai explained. I smiled and hugged Hagi. "Thank you, Hagi," I said smiling. "Anything for you, Saya," said Hagi. Riku smiled as he stepped forward at Hagi's side. "We've been waiting for this day to come," he said smiling. I smiled at my little brother. Mao stepped toward Hagi and I. "Now that Saya's here. Let the party begin," she cheered. All my friends were there.

David, Julia, Louis, Okamura, Joel, Mao, Lulu, Kimmy, Sammy, Riku, Derek, Steven (David and Julia's son) and last but not least the man who won my heart Hagi; all were here for my birthday. I felt like the luckiest girl in the world. I looked up at my older brother. Kai just smiled. The party was a lot of fun. Everyone had been so nice to me even though all of I have done to them. I was talking to Mao and Lulu. "Saya," Kai called me over. I got up and walked over to him. I noticed a girl with brown hair standing beside him.

I recognized her. My jaw dropped to the floor. "Kaori," I cried. "Saya," Kaori cried. I hugged my old friend. "I've missed you," she said. "I've missed you too," I replied. "When Kai-kun told that you were back. I came over as soon as I could." I smiled at my old friend. Kai walked over to his wife and Lulu. Kaori and I talked for a while. "So," said Kaori, "Kai told me about you and that cellist. Is it true?" "Is what true?" I asked taking a sip of water. "That you and him are a couple," said Kaori suddenly. I spat out water from my mouth.

"Whoa?" I said, "What are you talking about?" "But, I've seen the way you look at him,' said Kaori, "Everyone knows that you like him." I sighed. "Like isn't the word I would use," I said. Her eyes widen. "Oh, my god, Saya," she said, "Do you love him?" "Yes," I replied sheeply, "He told me how he felt and I started to realize that I love him back. It's just I haven't told him that." "Why not?" "I don't know if he feels the same way anymore. What if he doesn't and then I just get my heartbroken." The thought of Hagi not being in love with me; scared mer more than fighting chiropteran.

"Oh, I get it," said Kaori, "You're afraid of getting your heartbroken." I nodded sadly. I noticed Hagi leaning against the wall a few feet away. My heart began pound into my chest. "Saya?" said Kaori waving her hands in front of my face. "Huh?" I said blinking. "Go tell him," she said. "What? No!" I cried. Kaori pulled me toward Hagi. "Hey, Kaori" i cried. Kaori pushed me forward into Hagi's chest. "Saya," he said softly. "um, hey Hagi," I said brushing. Kai who was talking to Riku glanced our way.

He and the others walked into the next room. I watched Kaori walk into the room. "Are you alright?" Hagi asked. I didn't realize that I was still on his chest. I quickly jumped back. "I'm fine," I replied recovering quickly. He reached in his pocket and pulled out a beautiful necklace. My eyes widen. "This was in my family for generations," he said, "I want you to have it." "Hagi, I can't take it," I said, "It's a part of your family. It won't feel right taking it, even if it is my birthday." "Saya," he said touching my cheek.

"You are my family. It doesn't matter if you take it." I brushed. He always had a way to make me feel special. I couldn't help it. He was always there and always kind to me. I took the necklace from him. "Thank you, Hagi," I said. He smiled and placed his fingers under my chin. "Happy birthday, Saya," he said. He leaned in closer. My lips pressed against his. I didn't fight it. It was something that I have waiting for my whole life with him. This was the best birthday a girl could ask for. Now, my life was complete.

Di.M.H: "You thought that chapter something then see what this chapter has,"

Saya: "Oh, what now?"

Kai: "What's wrong now Saya?"

Saya: "It's this whole story, did you read the summary? I'm the villin and the hero that the same time. That's what's wrong,"

Di.M.H: "Oh, go make out with Hagi, Saya, this story is awesome,"

Saya: (whispers) "Too bad you're the only one who thinks that,"

Kai: (confused and doesn't say a word)

Di.M.H: "What did you say?"

Saya: "Nothing,"

Hagi: (walks in)

Di.M.H: "Oh, look the other hero of this story,"

Kai: "Why did you make Hagi the hero again?"

Di.M.H: "It's mostly a horror and an avdvare,"

Saya: "It seems like a romance to me."

Di.M.H: "says the girl who can't control herself when it comes to Hagi,"

Saya: "ONE TIME! ONE TIME THAT HAPPENED!"

Kai: "It was more than that sis,"

Saya" SHUT UP KAI!"

Kai: (shakes in fear) "O-o-okay,"

Hagi: "..."

Di.M.H: "Well, I'll let you guys get to the chapter while Hagi and I try and keep Saya from attacking Kai. Please revieW. SAYA NO DON'T THAT...!"

(Crash!)

Kai: "Ow,"

Saya: "Take that Kai!"

Di.M.H: "Oh boy, now he needs a doctor."

Chapter 2, the dream of the beast

I looked out the window of my bedroom. Hagi leaned against the wall. Kai came into the room. "It's raining pretty hard out there," he said. I nodded slowly. Riku came in with a sigh. "Kai-nichan," he said turning to Kai. Kai turned to our little brother. "Yeah," he replied. "Mao-san needs help with Derek," Riku replied. Kai nodded and walked out the room. I noticed that Riku's hair was wet. "Riku," I said, "Did you go outside?" He nodded. "I had to get something for nichan at the store. It started raining when I was halfway home."

Hagi looked at him. Riku stepped out the room. I sighed as he closed the door. Hagi headed for the door. He knew that I was about to get dress. I got out light blue jeans and a dark blue T-shirt. I quickly got dressed and made my way down stairs. Kai and everyone else were in the kitchen. Kai placed a plate in front of Kimmy. Sammy had pancakes in front of her. Riku, Lulu and Hagi were in the corner. I sat down next to Mao. Derek was in his high chair. Kai placed a plate of pancakes in front of me. "Eat up Saya," he said walking back to the stove. Lulu and the two chevaliers went into the living room.

I began to eat my breakfast. Mao laughed as she watched me. Kai laughed too. "Anything planned for today?" Mao asked Kai. "Oh, the usual," he replied. Then Mao turned to me. "What about you? Otonashi?" she asked. "I don't know," I replied with my fork in the air. I finished pretty quickly. I got up from my seat and headed for the living room. I felt myself falling forward as I missed a step. Something grabbed my upper arm. I looked up to see Hagi standing there holding my arm. "Thanks, Hagi," I said recovering quickly.

He nodded. Riku and Lulu were sitting on the couch. They looked over at me. "Are you okay Saya?" Lulu asked. "Yeah you okay neechan?" Riku asked. I nodded. Hagi let go of my arm. I felt my heart flip in my chest as he held me but it stopped when he let go. I sat down between Riku and Lulu. They turned to the TV. The news was on. It was about a little girl being thrown across the room by her step-father. Hagi leaned against the wall. I looked to the window. The rain had stopped. I got up and stretched. "I'm going out for a bit," I told Kai as he came in. "Okay, sis," he replied quickly.

I headed for the door. Riku got up but was pulled down by Lulu. "Let Hagi go," she told him. Riku nodded and sat back down. Hagi followed me out the room. I placed a hand on the door handle. I turned to Hagi. Something inside me roared. 'Are you alright?" he asked. "Yeah," I replied quickly, "I'm fine." It happened again. I shook my head. Hagi placed a hand on my shoulder. "Are you sure, you're alright?" he asked. I nodded. I pushed the door open and stepped out. Hagi closed the door behind him.

We walked for hours on end. I thought my feet were bleeding. "Saya," said Hagi, "Maybe we some stop to rest for a while." There he goes again. If I didn't stop to care of myself; he was right there to. I felt my feet gave way under me. Hagi quickly caught me. I fell into his chest brushing. I was in embarrassed. He picked me up into his arms and carried me to a bench. He set me down onto the bench. He sat down beside me. My body shook all of the sudden. I wasn't cold but it felt like something inside of me was trying to get out.

"Are you sure, you're alright?" he asked. I nodded and placed my head on his shoulder. The warmth from his body seemed to claim what it was inside of me. "Saya," he said. I looked up at him. "Yes?" I replied. He didn't finish speaking. My body acted on its own. I felt myself lift up toward his face. My lips touched his. I felt his muscles tighten then relaxed. I pulled away after a few minutes. He stroked my hair. I placed my head on his chest. I began to close my eyes. "Rest for a bit,' he whispered in my ear. Soon I was asleep.

I found myself in total darkness. "Where am I?" I asked looking around. I heard growling from behind me. I turned around. A pair of glowing red eyes was staring back at me. "What?" I cried. The growls echoed in my ears. I held my breath as the eyes moved closer. "Saya, Saya," a voice called from the distance. "Hagi?" I replied. His voice echoed in my ears louder than the growls. Soon a bright light flashed before my eyes. I felt myself being lifted up by the light. The growls faded from my ears.

I opened my eyes to find myself in Hagi's arms. "Hagi," I whispered. He looked down at me. "You were moaning," he said, "Did you have a nightmare?" I didn't know what to make of it. I couldn't see the creature before the light pulled me away. It was like someone inside of me was protecting me from seeing a darker side of me or maybe a demon locked inside of me. I couldn't tell which was it, if I had more info. We came to Omoro around five. Kai and the others were out leaving us alone. The thought of being alone with Hagi made my stomach turn inside out. He opened the door and stepped inside.

He set me down onto the floor. "Thank you Hagi," I said. He nodded. I sat down onto the couch and yawned. I was tired from walking for hours. "Maybe you should sleep," he said sitting beside me. I was too afraid of what was in my dream to sleep but I didn't want him to know that. The last thing I needed was for Hagi to get worried about my well being even though that was how he was. I shook my head and stood up. "I'm going to splash some water on my face," I said. He watched me nodding. I turned and walked into the bathroom.

I turned on the water and began to splash my face. Once I got all the sleep out of my eyes; I looked into the mirror. My refection looked back at me. I smiled but it was too soon. The mirror turned dark and the red growing eyes were staring back at me from my dream. Quickly shutting my eyes afraid to face them but when I opened them again; I was looking at myself in the mirror. No glowing red eyes staring back. My body began to shake. I crossed my arms around my body as I shook.

I slowly brought up my hands and opened my palms. Blood was dipping down my palms. I shut my eyes again. I opened them and my palms weren't covered in blood. "Not again," I groaned. Then I looked into the water in the sink. The water turned red like blood. I found myself in a red room. I shadow was the only thing that was dark. Then I saw a dark shadow standing across the room. I couldn't make it out to see if it was a man or a woman but all I could see was the red glowing eyes staring back at me. The shadow growled at me. "It's time," a voice echoed in my ears. I couldn't tell it was coming from.

The shadow walked toward me. Then it stopped and let out a roar. A gust of wind blew through the room. I shielded myself from the wind that the shadow had created. Then I saw shadows of my friends and family standing on either side of the room. One by one a large claw swung at them ripping their heads off their shoulders. I watched as the blood flew into the air. The bodies fell to the floor along with the heads. I gasped putting my hands over my mouth as I watched in horror. "Saya," a voice called to me.

I saw Hagi lying on the floor with blood dripping down his stomach. "HAGI!" I screamed. The shadow appeared behind him and ripped his head off his shoulders. "NOO!" I cried. The shadow turned to me. I froze. Was it going to kill me next? I couldn't' scream for help. The shadow stepped toward me. I felt helpless. The shadow stood in front of me and I still couldn't make it out. Its red eyes glaring into mine, then my own eyes grew red. It felt like my soul was being sucked out. I couldn't fight or anything.

I couldn't breathe. "Saya?" said a voice. My vision was foggy but I could hear his voice. I felt his warm arms lifted the top half of my body to his chest or what I thought. I felt his lips pressed against mine. The feeling of something slipping down my throat. The warm salty taste was one I knew all too well. My vision slowly returned to normal. I could see the ceiling as he pulled away from my lips. He rubbed his thumb on my chin to get the blood that was trailing down my mouth. "Are you alright?" he asked. I nodded.

"I believe so," I said. "You suddenly passed out," he said. I realized that I was lying on the couch. He stood over me concerned. "I'm fine Hagi," I said getting up. He sighed placed a hand on my shoulder. I looked into his eyes. My heart pounded against my chest. If only he knew just how he made me feel. "I'm fine," I repeated but knowing it was no good. Hagi wasn't the one to let something sidle that involved my well being. I love Hagi but sometimes this was annoying. I knew that was just because he cares for me. I'm a big girl. I didn't need anyone looking out for me. Hagi is my chevalier and means he looks out for me weather I want him to or not. I sighed knowing that he wasn't going to let this go.

I sat up and he helped me to my feet. "Are you sure that you're alright?" he asked. I nodded once more. He looked into my eyes. I turned away brushing. I could hear him chuckle softly. "You should rest some more," he said. I shook my head. He kissed my forehead. "I'll be fine," I said. I sighed. He turned to the door. Kai came into the room. "Did I come in at a bad time?" he asked. "No," I replied. "Saya, just needed some rest," said Hagi. "Okay," said Kai smiling. That was all I wanted Kai to know.

He turned and stepped out the room. Hagi turned to me. "You sure you're alright Saya?" he asked. "Yeah," I replied, "I'm going to the library." He nodded. I turned and headed out the door. He followed me out the door. We got to the library around eight. Lucky for me that the library closes at eleven, I walked through the door. I sat down in a chair with a large pill of books in front of me. I wanted to know if there was anything about the shadow with the glowing red eyes. "Saya?" said Hagi quietly. I looked up.

"Yes Hagi?" I asked. "Why are you looking at myths and legends?" he asked. I couldn't tell him the truth. "I just had an interest in it," I replied quickly. I hoped he brought it. He didn't ask anything else. I opened an old fashion book titled "The Shadows of Darkness". I figured since all I was seeing was a shadow then maybe that book was a good place to start. "Damn," I cursed under my breath. There wasn't anything about the shadow that I saw in my dream. I went through every book that I could found but nothing could help me.

I sighed in disappointment. "Was there something that you were looking for?" Hagi asked. "Not really," I replied. "Saya is something bothering you?" he asked. I sighed. "Saya?" "Well….." I thought about it. I told him about my dream and about the shadow. "Saya," he said. "I know Hagi but I don't get it either. I just…." He grabbed my hand. "Saya," he said, "Could had just told me from the beginning. I'm sure we could have come up with something." He stroked my hair. "Thanks Hagi," I replied.

The night sky filled with the stars. Hagi and I were walking home. I was glad that I told and yet at the same time felt bad for telling him. I trust Hagi with my life but this was one thing that could change everything between us. "Saya," he said. I snapped out my train of the thought. "Hn?" I said looking up at him. "Do you think that Kai and the others should know?" he asked. I shook my head. "I need more information before going to them." "I understand," he replied. I knew that made him happy being the only who I trusted with this.

I was happy that this made him happy. He was my world and making him happy was the one thing I would like for him. I grabbed his hand. He looked down at our hands and smiled. I love it when he smiles like that. We got home before eleven-forty. I walked up to my room. I was surprised that I didn't hear the twins or Derek. Kai wasn't home and Mao was at work. Lulu and Riku must of taking the children out for a while. I sighed and sat down on my bed. Hagi came up with some hot tea. "Thank you," I said taking the tea from him.

I took a sip then looked out the window. "When did life become difficult for us?" I asked with a sigh. "Life is always difficult for everyone," he replied. I grabbed his sleeve. "Hagi," I said leaning into his chest. He wrapped his arms around my waist. "If that is what you wish," I said. I couldn't stand for some reason. The growling echoing in my ears. "Saya?" his voice was fading. "Saya? Are you alright?" I couldn't answer. My vision was fading. I couldn't move or speak. The feeling sensation in my body was fading. I couldn't feel Hagi's warm arms anymore. I tried to reach up my arms but couldn't.

The night was so peaceful or so did farmer Jones thought. He was cleaning the dinner dishes. His wife fast asleep on the couch recovering from surgery. He sighed as he glanced out the window. The sound of the horses screaming hit his ears. "Damn neighborhood kids," he swore. He placed the towel on the counter. He turned and grabbed his revolve from behind the counter. He headed for the door. "Jefferson," his wife called from the couch. He turned to her. "I heard a noise from the barn. I'm going to check it out," he said then turned to the door.

He turned the doorknob and opened the door. He stepped out loading his gun. He closed the door behind him. He walked toward the barn. The horses' screams suddenly came to a stop. "Now that's odd," he whispered slowly reaching for the handle. He grabbed the handle and slowly pulled the door open. He stepped into the barn. He held out the revolver at eye level. He looked around. "What's going on here?" he asked himself. He looked around. There was no soul in sight. "That's a bit odd."

Then he heard movement from the shadows. "Who's there?" he cried turning quickly to the side. There was no one there. "What's going on?" he asked to himself. The sound cracking coming the upper level over his head. "Who's there?" he cried out. The sound of an animal growling. "A wolf?" he said quietly. A loud cracking sound came from behind him. He slowly turned around. A pair of red glowing eyes was glaring at him. "What the?" he backed away slowly. The creature growled. He fired a few rounds from his gun.

The eyes vanished from view. He looked around. "What was that?" his palming were sweating and shaking with fear. A loud scream came from the house. His wife's scream hit his ears. "Anna!" he cried running out the barn and burst through the door. His wife lied on the floor with her organ torn out from her body and laid beside her. A bite mark was on her neck. His eyes widen. "ANNA!" he shouted.

He heard growling behind him. He spun around to see the red eyes glaring at him. 'What?" the red eyes stepped out the shadows revealing the monster. His eyes widen. He backed away while shooting his gun. The bullets pierced through fresh but fell to the floor as the creature's wounds healed. The creature launched at him. The farmer screamed and as the creature bit down on his neck.

Blood shot out from his body and the corpse fell to the floor. Blood flew everywhere. His heart was crushed under the creature's grasp. The creature climbed out through an open window. It stood on its back legs and howled. The wind blew faster than ever. The creature jumped down from the roof. It turned and ran into the forest. The trail of blood led from the barn to the house then to the forest. No one knew what would know what happened in the farm just outside of Okinawa. The bloody massacre of the farm.

Saya: "WHAT?"

Kai: "That was a bit,"

Di.M.H: "It's only the beginning guys,"

Saya: "Why did you kill off that farmer?"

Kai: "It's a part of the story, right?"

Di.M.H: "Yep, oh and before I forget, Kai is going to be a coward for this next chapter,"

Kai: "WHAT?"

Saya: "That's was a bit harash, don't you think?"

Di.M.H: "It's my story and I can do whatever I want with it,"

Hagi: "You hurt Kai's pride,"

Di.M.H: "Or what he thinks is pride,"

Saya:(giggles)

Kai:(gets mad) "OH WHY DON'T YOU JUST DO DAMAGE TO SOLOMON ALREADY!"

Di.M.H: "I well, very soon," (laughs evilly)

Saya: (gets a little scared) "You scar me sometimes, you know that,"

Di.M.H: "That's my job, Saya, anyway let's get to the chapter and please review, thank ya all."

Chapter 3, the bloody message

I yawned and stretched out to the sky. Then the wind blew on my skin. Then I realized something. I jumped up from the ground where I have been lying. I found myself in the forest under a large tree. "How did I get here?" I asked myself. The smell of blood hit my snorts. I looked down at my hands. They were stained with blood. "What the?" I was lost my voice. I noticed a trail of blood leading right toward me. The last thing I could remember was falling asleep with Hagi standing right next to my bed.

My clothes were torn up and stained with blood. "What happened last night?" I stepped out from under the tree. The sun was so bright that it hurt my eyes. I felt myself growled under my breath. I walked down a path I found that would take me back to town. I wasn't sure what was happening to me but I was sure it wasn't good. I would have to talk to Julia when I got back to town. Soon I was back in Okinawa. I looked into a window and saw myself. Blood on my arms, around my mouth and my clothes not only torn and stained with blood but was also covered in dirt. I jumped back at the sight.

I didn't know what happened to me but I know it wasn't good. No one seemed to notice me. I walked toward Omoro. It was still closed, which was good for me. I pushed the door open. "Hello?" I called out peering inside. "Saya!" Kai shouted running down the stairs. Hagi was right behind him. Kai froze when he saw me covered in blood. "Saya?" he said nervously, "What happened?" "I don't know," I replied, "I woke up in the forest like this."

Hagi walked toward me. "You passed out last night then disappeared when Kai and the others came home," he said. "I did?' I asked confused. Hagi nodded. "Kai! Where are you?" Mao's voice echoed from the stairs. She came down and saw me. Her eyes widen. "What happened?" she asked. I couldn't answer. My mind was blink. Kai turned to Mao. "We can't let the kids see her like this," he said. Mao nodded and went back up stairs. Riku and Lulu came running down. Mao must have told them.

"NEECHAN!" Riku cried. "What happened Saya?" Lulu asked. "Lulu, Riku," said Kai, "Go keep the kids busy. Hagi take Saya to her room. Mao will be there to help you Saya. I'll get Julia on the phone." Riku and Lulu ran up stairs. Hagi took me to the bathroom. Mao came in to help me. Hagi went to help Riku and Lulu with the children. Mao began cleaning the blood off my face. "And you don't have any memory of what happened last night?" she asked wrapping my cheek of blood. I shook my head slowly.

She managed to get the blood off my face. "You should get into the shower and I'll get you some clean clothes," she said. I nodded. She left the room. I sighed and stepped into the shower. I threw my torn clothes aside. The water fell onto my body. It felt so good. The smelt of blood filled my snorts. "Saya,' said Kai from the other side of certain. "I'm leaving you a change of clothes, 'kay?" I smiled. "Yeah, thanks Kai," I said. I heard him sigh. "Saya," he called, "When you're finished we need to talk." That wasn't good.

"Yeah, okay," I replied, "Thanks again Kai." I heard him leave. The smelt of blood still in my snort. It made my mouth water. I shook my head. No, I couldn't not Kai, not my older brother. For some reason I found myself yarning for blood. I sighed. Something was going on with my body and I couldn't control it. The smell of blood gotten stronger, then an image of a man and woman being murdered before my eyes.

I jerked back into the wall. So much blood, two people and animals being slated by a monster. I began to shake in fear. What was happening to me? I couldn't help myself. I needed blood and fast. My bones twisted and turned. My nails became claws and my fangs grew. I fell out of the tube and ran toward the door. My throat burning from the thrust. I stopped and looked into the mirror. My eyes were glowing red. "Need blood," I hissed to myself. Then my body began to change. My skin pilled away and was replaced by sliver colored skin. Soon I have become the beast from my vision.

Kai was washing dishes. Riku and Lulu took the kids for ice cream. Mao sat at the table. "What did Julia say?" she asked. "She'll be here around noon," Kai replied sadly. Hagi who was sitting on the couch popped up as soon as he sensed danger. Kai and Mao turned to face him. "What is it?" Mao asked. "Hagi?" said Kai. "Saya," said Hagi before running toward the bathroom. "Saya?" said Kai. Mao and Kai ran toward the bathroom worried that something must have happened to Saya. When they got to the door; the sound of heavy breathing was coming from the other side of the bathroom door.

"Saya?" said Kai reaching for the door handle. Hagi stopped him. "Wait," said the chevalier. Kai looked at him. "Something's wrong," said Hagi. "Saya?" said Mao, "Are you alright in there?" "Stay away," a voice hissed from the other side of the door. "Saya," said Kai, "You're okay?" "Kai," said Saya. Kai froze in his tracks. "Don't," she hissed, "If you do I'll…" You'll what?" Mao asked. Saya began to breathe heavily once more. "Kill you," she replied. Kai didn't care about his sister's warning. He was getting ready to bust the door down. "Hold on Saya," he said, "I'm coming."

Hagi stopped Kai by grabbing his collar of the shirt. "Saya is….." Kai noticed the look in Hagi's eyes. Hagi placed down onto the floor feet first. The chevalier opened the door and stepped in then closed the door behind him. Kai heard the sound of a chiropteran's cry as it began to feed on its victims. He knew that Saya was feeding off of Hagi. Hagi had sensed her thrust for blood and as her chevalier it was his duty to answer that thrust.

"Saya?" said Kai knocking on the door. There was no response. Normally, this was when Kai would try to break down the door to get to his little sister but his legs couldn't move. Mao couldn't move either. Fear filled Kai's body. Why was he so afraid of Saya? Something seemed different now. Kai was ashamed of himself. Saya was his sister and he had no need to fear her. So then why was he? He waited for Hagi to come out and say that everything would be fine but he never came out which Kai made more fearful.

I opened my eyes and found myself on the floor of the bathroom. Hagi was lying on the floor. "Hagi?" I gasped. He sat up and held his neck. "Are you alright?" I asked afraid of what I have done to him. "I'm fine," he replied as if nothing has happened. I had turned into a monster and he was acting like as if nothing has changed. I smelled more on the other side of the door. I knew who was standing there. "NOO!" I shouted pushing away from the door. "Saya?" said Hagi surprised. "Keep them away from me! Hagi," I demanded.

He stood up and regained his balance. "If that is what you wish," he replied knowing why. He handed me the freshly clean clothes. I thanked him and then put them on. Hagi helped me up to my feet. "Shall, I take you to your room?" he asked. I nodded. "Just don't let anyone near me." He scooped me up into his arms. He opened the door. I saw Kai and Mao standing there. Kai sighed with relief. Mao smiled at me. I looked away. Blood was around my mouth more so than usual. Hagi took me to my room. Kai tried to follow but Hagi told him at I needed to rest. Kai just stood there.

I knew that Kai was unhappy with my decision but I couldn't risk killing him. Hagi placed me onto my bed and wrapped the blood off around my mouth. "Thank you, Hagi," I said curling up into a ball. He placed his chin on top of my head and wrapped an arm around me. "You sure you're alright?" he asked. I didn't say anything. "This shadow must have been your chiropteran indicts." "Yeah maybe,' I replied. I grabbed his sleeve.

Julia stepped into Omoro with David and Louis behind her. Kai and Mao walked toward them. 'Where's Saya?" Louis asked carrying Julia's medical bag. "In her room," Mao answered. Julia took her bag from Louis. "Okay, I'll head up there now," she said, "Mao would you like to come with me?" "Is Hagi there with her?" David asked Kai. "Yeah," said Kai. He sighed and turned to David. "Well?" he said, 'You said that you have discovered something?" David nodded and turned to Julia and Louis. They nodded.

"The Red Shield has come across two human corpses," said Julia. Kai turned to face her. "There were animal corpses too," said Louis, "Some were in a barn a farm where the two human corpses were found and more animal corpses in the forest nearby." "So was there a special reason why the Red Shield is looking onto this?" Mao asked. "The bodies were drained of blood," said Okamura stepping into the restaurant. "Chiropteran? Kai asked. Okamura nodded searching for a cigarette.

"So, now?" Mao asked. "We find the chiropteran and put a stop to it," said David. "Don't bother," said a voice from the stairs. Kai turned to see a figure standing on the stairs. Mao and the other turned to the figure. Her face was paler than usual. Her knight stood behind her. Kai's heart felt like it was being pinned down by something. It was hard for him to breathe as he glanced into her eyes. Her eyes were cold as ice.

I stood on the stairs staring at them all. Hagi stood behind me. The look on Kai's face pained my heart. 'Saya?" said Kai. He sounded almost fearful and shocked at the same time. "What ya mean don't bother?" Mao asked a little angrily. "Like I said," I replied coldly. Hagi grabbed my wrist. "Saya," he said, "Calm down, you can't afford to…." I nodded. "There is no need for you all to get involve with this," I said trying to sound calm all though I doubt that was working. My anger would suddenly rise.

"I will handle this myself," I said turning around from them. Knowing full well what that meant. "Saya wait," said Kai. I turned to face my older brother. "You can't just do everything by yourself." Kai was afraid of me. I hated having him so afraid of me. It hurt me knowing for as long as this thing was inside me; he would sense its bloodlust. Hagi could sense it too. "We're a family and I will…." I sighed and cut him off. "Kai," I said, "Thank you for everything but this something I need to do on my own." I turned and walked up the stairs. This time not even Hagi was to assist me. This was me and I have to do what I thought right.

Night sky was clear as a bell. She walked home wondering how this could happen. Emma had just broken up with her boyfriend. He was a jerk for not being understanding when her older sister was in the hospital. Now she was alone. "Damn Jeff," she cured to herself. She made a fist as she walked. The thought of him made her chest burn with hatred. She turned the corner. The sound of screams fell onto her ears. Emma snapped out of her thoughts.

She ran down the sidewalk. The screams gotten louder and louder as she ran toward the source. She had to find out what was going on. She came to a stop. The screams had faded. She looked around. Then felt something wet under her foot. She looked down and saw a red liquid. She gasped in horror. "Blood," she gasped. Then she heard a growl. She turned toward the alleyway. She stepped into the alley. Her eyes widen as she saw dead bodies on the ground. A boy had his brain hanging out his skull.

A man's chest was open and his heart and lungs were hanging out his chest. A little girl had her skull removed from her head. A woman's face was torn up and her lungs were out of her chest. Emma jumped back out of fear. "What happened here?" she gasped. She heard another growl. Whatever it was, it was right behind her. She slowly turned to face a pair of glowing red eyes staring back at her. She backed away.

She tripped on the little girl's torn up body. She landed on her air bag. "S-s-s-stay away," she cried out in fear. "Y-y—you m-m-monster." The creature growled at her. Emma got up to her feet and ran off. She heard growling behind her. She looked over her shoulder and saw the red eyes right behind her. She picked up speed. The shadowy predator behind her. She had to get away and find help for the four people that this monster had just killed. The shadow leapt up into the air. Emma suddenly stopped and looked up at the powerful predator.

The shadowy predator landed on all fours. It growled as it rose to its feet. Emma backed away. The predator stepped forward. Emma's back hit the wall behind her. The shadowy beast was now in front of her. She began to shake out of fear. The creature growled as it approached its prey. Emma couldn't get away. This monster had her trapped. "Please, let me live," she begged. The creature wasn't the one to show mercy to its prey.

The monster roared before launching itself onto its victim. Its powerful fangs pierced through the fresh and bone. Emma screamed as the powerful predator ripped out her shoulder. Blood dripped down the body as it fell to the ground. The mighty predator roared as it continued to drain the blood from its victim. After a while the beast had finished its meal. The monster stepped out into the moon light. It growled as its eyes fell onto a girl standing there. The girl had seen everything. She grasped as she saw herself standing there.

"What's going on?" Saya gasped in fear. "Is that….me?" the beast growled once more. It let out a powerful roar. Saya shield herself from the wind created by this demonic vision of herself. Then she felt something sharp piercing her shoulder. She looked and saw the demonic Saya's claws in her shoulder. "If I get rid of you," it said, "Then, the body of Saya Otonashi well be all mine." Saya felt her world fading. Everything she had worked for was slowly fading from her. Saya fell to the ground.

Instead of hitting the hard pavement; she fell through the surface of the ocean. She was being pulled down into the dark deeps of the water. The demonic Saya stood on the surface of the water. It looked down at her. "Farewell, my human self," she said, "It's been a pleasure knowing you." Saya reached out for the sun but was being pushed down by the water. How could this happen? What was she missing? Why her demonic self was suddenly awakened? What was her plan? What could she do to stop her? All were questions that she didn't have the answers to. There was one thing she knew and that to protect everyone she loved from this inner monster of hers even that meant ending her own life in the progress.