Once again Kimiko was back in the medical room, only this time lying on her front with her shirt off and bra strap undone while two monks attended to the four bleeding claw marks. She lay with one side of her face pressed against a pillow, wincing every now and then at the pain, she couldn't help but mentally beat herself up for the showdown.

"Kimiko, how are you feeling?" She looked up to see Master Fung standing at her side; she hadn't noticed him come in.

"Idiotic." She muttered, pushing her face further into the pillow

Master Fung frowned at her response before slowly moving to sit on his knees, allowing him to be closer to Kimiko's current level. "Young one, you must not feel responsible for what happened today, nobody could have predicted Chase Young's plan."

"I wasn't strong enough… I'll never be strong enough until I remember." Tears began rolling down her face, her sniffles muffled by the pillow. "He found our weakness because I was weak."

"I know about Raimundo and yourself." Master Fung whispered, causing Kimiko to lift her head to face him. "From what I understand Chase will use this to his advantage and for as long as possible. I ask that next time you stay and rest while Clay and Omi leave the temple, this will mean you can regain strength and heal as well as prevent Chase from doing any more damage at this stage."

Kimiko nodded as she carefully turned to sit up right, holding her bra against her chest as the monks began to wrap a very long bandage around her stomach and back, once they finished Master Fung helped her put on one of her long baggy t-shirts.

"Safe to say I'm going to have the most impressive scar out of all of us." She quietly said to her mentor with a small half grin, trying to bring some humour into the situation.

"Indeed you will." Master Fung said with a smile before he helped Kimiko to her feet. "Remember: Food, drink and then back to bed for plenty of rest."

"Yes Master Fung."

Raimundo sat leaning against the wall, once again looking at the metallic cuffs kept around his wrists, they had a green tint around them but no chain to connect them, he was curious to find out why they bothered making him wear them – but at the same time, he didn't want to find out. He was also curious as to why they didn't put a spell on him – making him into a heylin warrior; or why they didn't throw him into the Ying-Yang world with only one of the yoyo's making him come out evil. Instead they left him how he was; free to go anywhere in Chase's lair with only the metal cuffs on his wrists.

He got up and wandered over to one of the water fountains, sitting on the edge he watched the water move in a gentle motion. Seeing the water he couldn't help but think of a fountain he briefly saw in the park as he walked with Kimiko.

Kimiko.

Raimundo couldn't help but grimace at the thought of Kimiko's scream as she fell against Clay, seeing the blood drip down her back, he so badly wanted to hold her, protect her, tell her she'll be ok – but before he could even grab her hand Wuya snatched him away. God he wished he knew if she was alright, if she was safe – he knew that last imagine of her would be his nightmare for the rest of his life, her agonising scream more painful than anything he could ever imagine. He needed her; he wanted her – in his arms, away from any danger, he'd give anything just to hold her again – to tell her how much he loved her.

Raimundo fought back the tears, refusing to show any signs of weakness. He wanted revenge. Chase was going to pay for hurting his girl. He just had to wait until he was off the heylin side – which left time to plan.

Kimiko hobbled into the kitchen, grimacing at the sharp pains in her back made by every step she took, she could feel the fatigue throughout her entire body screaming at her to sit down.

"Kimiko" came a small voice from the table; she turned her head to see Omi running over to assist her.

"Omi," she whispered breathlessly, "Help me sit down?"

The young monk nodded before gently taking Kimiko's arm, leading her to her chair. As she sat down she folded her arms on the edge of the table to lean on – resting her back against the chair was definitely not an option. While she sat regaining her breath Clay wandered into the kitchen, smiling to see the girl out of the medical room.

"How you feeling Kimiko?" Clay asked as he sat in the seat opposite her.

"Tired, pain, rage, hungry." She muttered; quickly adjusting her position for comfort.

"I'll make us some grub" Clay said as he stood back up, walking over to the kitchen.

"Thanks" she said with a smile, she was debating whether to ask about Raimundo – she had no idea what they'd do to him, once again she was beating herself up for having no memory.

"Are you alright Kimiko?" Omi asked concerned, her face had reacted to her thoughts.

"What would they do to him? Rai I mean," she started, worry showing in her eyes. "I don't know if they've done this before. I've tried remembering but I can't" Tears ran down her face for the second time today, but Kimiko didn't care. She was exhausted, in pain, and just wanted Raimundo to comfort her, protect her.

"They may have made him into a heylin minion or held him prisoner, but knowing Chase Young he may have not even done that. It is hard to be sure without seeing for ourselves."

Kimiko looked at the dragon of water, admiring his honesty. She let out a small sigh as she brushed her tears away. "So how can we get him back?"

"Well last time," Clay spoke up as he walked over carrying a plate of sandwiches, "We had to get Omi back on our side, Chase turned him into one of his cats. We managed to get him back by fighting for his freedom in a showdown. Only problem was, the only way Chase would accept the challenge was that we wagered our eternal loyalty for if we lost."

Kimiko looked up speechless at the cowboy, there was no way she'd have the capability to do that. "But wait." Kimiko pondered, "In our showdown the deal was if we lost one of us would join the heylin side."

"So?" Omi asked confused.

"So, wouldn't that mean he could just leave whenever he wanted? They never said how long he had to stay."

Clay's eyes widened at her comment, a thought suddenly occurring to him. "But if that was the case… Why isn't he back?"

"Maybe he hasn't worked that out?" Omi added, aiming to bring hope to the group.

"Or they've made sure he can't…" Kimiko's words trailed off leaving a sorrowful silence fill the room.

Raimundo's screams echoed through the lair, his wrists felt like they were on fire while being electrocuted – so that's what the cuffs do. A minute later the torture stopped, he fell down onto his knees with his arms lying in front of him. He gasped for air as the feeling came back into his fingers, he turned his head to glare at Chase.

"You see what will happen if you try to leave again?" Chase asked with a smirk.

A few minutes before Raimundo worked out the deal during the showdown, his cocky nature decided he should just turn and leave, but as he tried he was greeted by Chase who decided to show him exactly what the cuffs around his wrists did. As long as the cuffs were on, he had to do as they said.

Raimundo got back onto his feet, still glaring at the infuriating villain in front of him. Not once in his entire life had he ever wanted someone dead, but right now, he was begging to end his life.

"Don't worry Raimundo. You'll get to leave later – with instructions of course."

Raimundo watched as Chase walked away, whatever he had planned wasn't good. He stared down at his cuffs.

There had to be a way to break them.

That night the three monks lay wide awake in their beds, not one managing to sleep. Kimiko lay on her front on her mat, she was uncomfortable, but it was better than lying on her back.

"I cannot sleep knowing Raimundo is stuck on the heylin side." Omi quietly called out,

"Me too partner, it's just not the same without him."

"I second that." Kimiko called back; she pushed herself up and carefully walked over to the divider separating Clay and Omi's room, she sat down just in front of it as the other two moved to the end of their rooms. "We still need the Palm of Memory too."

"Well, we do have the Haunted Charm, and the Woozy Shooter." Clay whispered,

"The Haunted Charm…" Kimiko thought aloud, "Isn't that the Wu which got us into this mess?"

"You remember?" Omi asked,

"I told you, I remember me and Rai. I remember we were walking in a forest and I asked him what the Haunted Charm looked like." She looked at the young monk who was trying to understand, "Basically, if I didn't ask him what it looked like I'd never of remembered it – unless I saw it in person of course."

"What she's saying partner, is she even remembers what her and Raimundo did together as well as conversations they had."

Omi nodded his head so show he understood, "If we attacked it would only be Clay and myself who could go, Kimiko is unable to do anything."

"He's got a point." She sighed with defeat, "Our strengths have already been cut in half."

Everyone went silent for a few minutes before Omi jumped up, staring at the door.

"Someone's here."

Raimundo stood in the training grounds staring at the temple, he wanted to be back – but not for this reason.

"Go to the temple and get the girl. Bring her back here, and remember, you will be watched so if you try to get out of it… well, you know what will happen."

Chase's words lingered in his mind as he looked down on at the cuffs, he didn't want to do this. He wanted to protect her, not hand her over. As he began walking to the temple, Omi and Clay ran out of the doors.

"Guys…" Raimundo started, dreading his next few words. "I've come for Kimiko."

Raimundo dropped his head as he heard the gasps from his two friend's mouths; Clay looked down and noticed the cuffs. "What're they partner?"

"Torture. If I don't do as instructed these goes off and well, you don't want to know what that feels like." His words trailed off, leaving an awkward silence.

"We can't just let you take her Rai."

"I know, I don't want to, but I can't leave without her." The tears welled in his eyes as he replied to the cowboy. He was stuck in a situation which had no escape, either way someone would get hurt whether he wanted it or not.

"Get some Wu." He called out,

"What?"

"Get some Wu. As soon as I take Kimiko, get over to Chase's. This has to end."

The dragon of Water and Earth glanced at each other before nodding; they then took off to the Vault to prepare for the oncoming battle.

Raimundo ran through the temple halls slowing down as he reached their rooms. He took a step in, looking down to see Kimiko sat on the floor, her side leaning against the wall in her 'room', she looked awful. She opened her eyes to see him standing before her.

"Rai" She whispered.

He came to his knees and gently pulled her head towards his chest, he placed one hand on the back of her head and the other on her shoulder – avoiding her back at all costs.

"Kimi I'm sorry." He mumbled as a tear fell down his cheek, "I'm sorry for what could happen."

She lifted her head up, placing her hands on his shoulders for support. "What do you mean?"

"I have to take you to Chase, I'm sorry, I have to."

"I don't understand, why?" her eyes filled with tears at the sight of her lover crying,

"Until I can find a way to get these cuffs off, I have to do what he says. If I don't then my wrists get hit with pain, its unbearable Kim. I don't want to take you, I really don't. I want to protect you, keep you safe, Kim I'm sorry." His head rested against hers as more tears fled from his eyes, today felt like a never-ending nightmare with no chance of waking up.

"You'll have to help me walk." She whispered, placing her hand on Raimundo's cheek, brushing the tears away.

He opened his eyes, looking directly into her tearful sapphire eyes; he moved and placed a gentle kiss on her lips before helping her up to her feet.

Raimundo held Kimiko close to his chest as they walked out the temple doors, Kimiko let out a small gasp to see Clay and Omi stood next to the forty-foot Dojo. She couldn't help but feel underdressed in her long, baggy lilac shirt and white leggings compared to the boys in their Xiaolin robes.

"We've got some Wu partner, but how're we going to get those cuffs off?"

"Still working on it." He turned his gaze to Kimiko who had her arms wrapped round his waist. "How you holding up girl?"

"Best not to ask." Right now she was wishing she was asleep, the fatigue was wearing heavy throughout her body - she was already breathless from walking the short distance.

Raimundo looked down worrisomely at the girl in his arms; he highly doubted she'd stay conscious for long. She was strong; he would never doubt that, but she'd taken so many injuries over the past few days it was clear to everyone she didn't even have a third of her strength left. He placed a quick kiss on her forehead. "Get on my back, I can carry you."

She nodded and let go of his waist as he bent down onto his knees, she winced as she climbed on his back – pain shooting throughout hers.

"Start flying now. Chase left me a portal nearby to travel through; we'll meet you when you get there."

The two monks nodded before hopping onto Dojo as he prepared to take off.

"Let's get this over with."

Chase stood tall at the top of the stairs, Wuya by his side as they watched the door to his lair open, his villainous grin rose to his face as he saw the Shoku Warrior walk in with Kimiko held protectively on his back.

"I still can't believe he did it." Wuya mumbled to Chase, expecting a response.

"Kimiko! So good of you to join us. Tell me, how's the back?"

Kimiko could only glare in response, she felt too weak to even consider a better retaliation. She flicked her gaze to Raimundo as she felt his grip on her legs tighten, he clearly didn't like where Chase was going.

Raimundo stopped halfway between the door and the stairs, flicking his eyes around the room he saw a few of Chase's fur-balls lounging around, their gaze set on them.

"You might as well put her down, she isn't going anywhere."

Raimundo looked up at Chase, how dare he be smug? The moment he got the chance he would break every bone in the immortals body. He turned his head to face Kimiko; she gave him a faint nod before he bent down to the ground. As she tried to stand her legs gave way, Raimundo instantly turned, putting his hands under her arms he pulled her back up for support, he carefully moved his left arm under hers before placing it against the top of her back. Kimiko leaned into him, holding her left hand on the side of his shoulder for extra support – a small chuckle reminded them they weren't alone.

"How pathetic. She can't even stand on her own." Wuya's chuckle grew louder as she met the two's glare. "I never realised she was this bad, I guess she really does need this."

Wuya lifted her hand to show the Palm of Memory, Kimiko's eyes widened at the sight of the Wu.

"I doubt her current state is just from the Wu Wuya, I did lend a hand after all."

Kimiko grimaced at his comment, trying not to think about the claw marks she'd unwillingly obtained.

Chase slowly began to descend down the steps, as he reached the bottom he stopped, looking at the two. "Let her go, and stand to the side."

Raimundo and Kimiko's grips both tightened on each other, fear running through their bodies.

"She can't stand on her own." Raimundo stated, hoping he wouldn't be moved.

"I said let her go, and stand to the side. Don't make me show Kimiko how the cuffs work."

With his comment Raimundo looked down to Kimiko, she gave a small smile as she slowly pushed away from him, she stumbled back before gaining balance. When he saw she was stable Raimundo backed away to her side, refusing to take his eyes off her.

Chase walked over as Kimiko began to look dizzy and held out his hand. "Need a hand?"

"That depends." Her mumble sounding more irritated than she intended, "Which hand?"

She glanced over to the golden hand shaped Wu before glaring back at Chase. Disgusted by his grin.

Chase grabbed Kimiko throwing her into his left arm, his hand tightly gripped on her shoulder; he pressed his right hand directly onto her back, grinning at the pain causing her to cry out.

"Kimiko!" Raimundo yelled; as he tried to step forward he brought his arms to his chest, he let out a groan as he felt the pain return – fire and electricity.

Kimiko attempted to break free, as she tried Chase pressed harder onto her back. Tears fled from her eyes as she screamed.

"If you want his pain to stop, then turn away from him and don't try to escape."

Kimiko turned her head to the right, she listened out for any sign to say Raimundo was ok, just as she thought he was the pain ran through her back again.

"And the same goes for you, turn away from her. Try anything and I'll finish her."

Raimundo turned away, wishing he could stop her screams. Where were Omi and Clay? He didn't want to know how long they'd been here; he dreaded to think it could've only been five minutes.

As Kimiko's screams came to a stop, he listened and had a sigh of relief when all he could hear was her quiet sniffles, his heart shattered as her screams once again filled the room. He wasn't looking, he did what he was meant to, and that only meant one thing – Chase was doing it for fun.

Chase felt the girls legs try to collapse as he held her up; he looked down on her back to see blood seeping through her shirt.

"Wudai-Crater Earth!"

The distant yell was swiftly followed by the door of Chase's lair breaking into pieces as it fell to the ground. Omi and Clay stood at the entrance, horrified at the current scene.

Chase threw Kimiko to the ground. She hit the floor without any reaction. She lay there, eyes partially open, not making any movement. Chase turned to face the two monks; Omi was already mid-air preparing to strike. As Chase jumped up to avoid the attack he collided with the young monk, sending them flying across the room.

Raimundo turned his head to see Clay running towards Wuya with the third arm sash ready, taking the opportunity he ran over to Kimiko, he skidded on his knees as he landed in front of her, cupping her face within his hands. "Kimiko, look at me. Please, please look at me. I need you estrela."

Kimiko's gaze slowly turned to her lovers, the corners of her lips turned up.

Raimundo let out a sigh of relief. "Baby I thought I lost you."

"I may be weak, but you can't get rid of me that easily." She whispered,

Just as Raimundo began to smile, his expression quickly changed as the cuffs activated. His body hunched down as he tried to withstand the pain.

"Rai? Rai!" Kimiko gasped as she forced herself up, she looked down to the cuffs and noticed something. Sparks of fire. Mesmerised by the tiny flames she placed her hands on top of the cuffs, Raimundo looked up, begging her not to.

"Fire" she whispered.

As her hands touched the metal her head jolted back as her blood curdling scream filled the air. Their bodies began to glow a faint red as the electricity began to soar around them.