Hello everyone, how is everyone doing? By the way from here on out just wanted to let you know that "nya" means a meow, Okay. Well, here we go again. Please review and enjoy this chapter.

Time is Running Out

As Dark and Krad neared the Niwa family home they decided to land a few blocks away so that no one would track them. The duo was about to land in an alley, when Dark and Krad transformed into their alter egos who fell to the ground with a thud. The boys stood up slowly each rubbing their now sore buts and tails. Daisuke asked, "Dark, why did you do that?"

"It wasn't me," said Dark, "I guess the transformation just shut off. Remember I have as much control over our DNA as you do."

"Oh," answered Daisuke who remembered the experience of kissing Riku. However, Daisuke didn't think on the past to long before being reminded of something. "Hey Dark," inquired Daisuke, "You said that being a magical creature would cause the virus to spread faster. I still have the same appendages I've had since this afternoon. Why don't I have more cat parts?"

Dark quickly thought about how to best answer the question. When he finally answered Dark said, "Well it is complicated. First off you have to understand that the virus works on a mathematical basis. The normal ratio for obtaining new cat parts is about one part for every seven to eight hours, but since we put on Fastine II our ratio became more like 1:10, one part for every ten or so hours. However, thanks to me transforming and staying in that form for so long our ratio has changed. By how much I don't know but I do know this, when ever you and I or Satoshi and Krad transform it will automatically half the ratio."

Daisuke was still trying to do the math when Satoshi responded, "So our ratio is about 1:5, one part for every five hours.

"Correct," replied Dark, "Oh and speaking of which."

The town's clock tower struck six o'clock. With each bong of the clock Daisuke and Satoshi felt the same tingle as before chase all over their bodies. Daisuke looked at his arms and could see his arms slowly being covered with a think red fur. Daisuke looked to his right to see Satoshi in pain. Daisuke knew that the transformation could hurt, but not as much as Satoshi was making it out to be. Suddenly there was a loud ripping noise. Daisuke looked down to see Satoshi's shoes now had cat claws sticking out of them. As the sixth bong faded so did the tingling. Satoshi was relieved to finally feel the pain was gone. He kicked off his shoes and tore off what remained of his socks to reveal two cat paws covered in blue fur. As Satoshi reveled in the release he said, "Well that was annoying."

Daisuke was about to comment when the tingling sensation came on him again. This time the feeling was more situated around his hands than anywhere else. Daisuke watched in disbelief as his thumb grew slightly and his fingers melded into two fingers giving him a total of three on each hand. Claws slowly extended out of the new fingers as they were covered in red fur. As the tingle faded for a second time, Daisuke found himself with cat paws for hands. It was a weird sensation to only have three fingers, but do to the virus's effect Daisuke couldn't help but accept it. Daisuke turned to Satoshi who was massaging his cheeks. When Satoshi removed his hands Daisuke saw why. Satoshi's new whiskers were going to be annoying but they did look cool. Before Daisuke got too absorbed into the transformation Daisuke yelled at Dark, "Dark, why did two things change? I thought you said that the ratio was 1:5."

"No I said that it might be 1:5," answered Dark gruffly, "because the time was at least halved when we transformed. Apparently, I stayed to long and the ratio changed to 2:5." So now we have even less time than I thought we had."

Daisuke was distraught by this discovery. How were they going to be able to save the world in time? Daisuke was about to wander off in sadness when Satoshi came up and shook him. Satoshi then reminded Daisuke about Risa and Riku and how they were the only ones who could save them. Daisuke apologized for losing focus and they agreed to head home for dinner. As Daisuke walked through the front door he shouted, "Hello Mom, Dad, Grandpa, I'm home. Nya." As the meow escaped Daisuke's lips he covered his mouth in disbelief. "I'm already sounding like a cat!" he thought as he and Satoshi made their way to the living room.

As the duo entered the living room, Emiko Niwa turned from the stove and said, "Hello Honey, how was your day and where are your clothes? What happened today?"

Daisuke responded with, "A better question is what didn't happen today. It wasn't what I had expected. Everyone, nya, is becoming more cat like with each passing hour. I mean look at Satoshi and I we're both infected on a whole new level, nya, then when we left this morning."

"Wait, where's Towa-chan?" interrupted Emiko who was still shocked at the extent of the transformation.

"Um…" stuttered Daisuke as a clawing sound came at the door. Satoshi ran off to see what it was and came back with a rather tired grey cat in his arms. It was Towa-chan. Daisuke took Towa-chan and told the tale of the days events to his mom. She paid attention, eagerly wanting to know if there was anything they could glean from the day's experience. As the story ended Emiko went into the laundry room with Towa-chan in her arms and made a place for her by the dryer.

When Emiko came back she calmly said, "Well you boys certainly worked hard today. I'll go tell Grandpa and Kosuke about the museum, but before I do that would you guys like some dinner?" Both boys were sitting at the table ready to eat before she finished the sentence.

A few minutes later Emiko emerged from the kitchen with two plates of fresh grilled salmon in a cream sauce. Both boys quickly grabbed their silverware and wolfed down the fish like there was no tomorrow. As the boys finished Grandpa and Kosuke came into the kitchen and chuckled. The boys looked at each other as if to ask each other what they were laughing about when Satoshi asked, "What is so funny?"

Grandpa answered, "Well, we're not laughing at you per say, we're actually thinking about what Dark and Krad must look like." This idea was no sooner in Daisuke's mind that he got up and walked over to the main hall where a floor to ceiling mirror stood. When Daisuke looked into it he was met with one of the cutest sight's known to man. Dark sat on the floor shirtless, showing off his black chest fur. His face had pulled out into a cat's muzzle and was well complimented by a set of new whiskers. His face was cover in black fur and he purred lowly waiting for the inevitable. Daisuke tried to keep the laughter in but failed.

Dark took the laughter as long as he could till finally, "It's not funny Daisuke."

"Oh yes it is, nya," laughed Daisuke.

Satoshi came up behind Daisuke to see his alter ego. To his surprise Krad did not appear. Satoshi called, "Krad where are you, nya?"

"I am here, but I don't want to be seen," came the somewhat sad response.

"Ah I'm sure it's not bad. Come on, show me," encouraged Satoshi who was preparing for the worst. Krad image came up slowly to reveal a cute sight. Krad's chest and back were covered in white fur and his hands had changed into cat paws. His ears and whiskers twitched back and forth waiting for the inevitable laughing spree. Instead what came was a hushed aw as everyone in the house looked at the sad and cute cat.

After everyone had had there daily dose of laugh and aw, Kosuke and Grandpa took their seats at the table. The boys relayed the experience of the day. As the boys finished Kosuke turned to Satoshi, "You're sure Tow-chan's information about the museum is correct?"

"Yes, we are sure, nya."

"Good, and you said you fought a captain today?" asked Grandpa in a serious tone.

Satoshi replied, "Yes, Dark and Krad defeated him." Both men seemed to be digesting the words as if trying to unlock some secret.

Kosuke eventually stood up and turned on the television. He turned it to channel five where a news anchor was busy talking. The lady said, "Tonight, Lord Vormare is set to appear in front of this museum." The rest of the family huddled around the television and watched as the lady continued. "We have just received word that they are ready to begin. Oh here comes Lord Vormare now."

As the news cat said that a large scruffy, ill groomed, black cat walked to the top of the museum steps. The cat was dressed in royal regalia, probably stolen from a museum case, and coughed as he shouted to the crowd, "My children we are close to our objective. We have almost obtained the beautiful goal of a perfect world; however some among us have failed in their duties." As the large cat spoke another cat was dragged up to the top of the stairs. It was the captain from that afternoon. "This being," continued Vormare, "Has failed me and therefore you, my precious people, and since I would never want anything bad to happen to my people because of the careless actions of one pathetic captain; I Lord Vormare will carry out the punishment of this failure to save you my people from his incompetence."

At this the captain was flung in front of Vormare. He looked like he had been beaten several times and began to beg for his life. Vormare just stared at the captain and held up his hand. Slowly a large misty white ball formed in Vormare's hand. Vormare threw the ball at the captain who screamed as the ball hit. The captain shrank quickly and all traces, what little were left, of humanity that he had vanished. In less than a minute the once proud cat humanoid captain was a regular old cat passed out on the top of the museum steps. The hoorahs of a thousand followers were heard as Vormare stood over the once proud captain.

Vormare held up his hands, silence the crowd, and continued, "My children, I am a just lord. I took from this being his mind, reason, and body. He can now live a life as a true cat where he can do nothing but good for our society. Soon my children, our society will spread throughout the world and we will all be free!" At that Vormare stepped down from the stage to the tune of hundreds of roaring fans.

The news lady who was still awestruck by Vormare's presence stuttered slightly as she became the central focus again. "Well you heard it here first, nya, this is Sandra Nya saying good night from the museum." With that Kosuke turned off the T.V. and turned to Daisuke and Satoshi. Both were dumbfounded by the reaction of the crowd to the senseless punishment of the captain.

Kosuke spoke first, "That is just a sample of the world Vormare will create."

Satoshi was the first to respond, "And I will make sure that he never makes that comes true, nya."

"Same here," said Daisuke.

"Well that's good to hear from you two," answered Emiko, "Now off to bed you need to get some sleep. You had a long day today and you need your rest."

"Night everyone," said Daisuke as he hugged his parents and grandpa then went up to the bedroom.

"Good night everyone," said Satoshi as he headed up to the room.

"Satoshi," said Kosuke, "What are you doing?"

"I'm heading to bed," said a confused Satoshi.

"We can see that," responded Emiko, "But you didn't allow us to hug you before heading off to bed."

"But."

"No buts," countered Grandpa, "You stay in this house. You are family and everyone in the family is treated the same way. Now get over here and give your family a hug."

Satoshi was so surprised by Grandpa's statement he hardly knew what to do next. He cautiously walked over to Kosuke, Emiko, and Grandpa and gave them each a good night hug. Satoshi then ran upstairs to bed still fathoming the action of the night.

Okay I know the ending might have been a little weird or corny, but that is my belief about family. Family doesn't just include the people directly around you; it involves friends, neighbors, and anyone who is willing to be nice to you. So anyway I hope you enjoyed this chapter and I hope to see reviews for this one soon. Think of this double chapter weekend as an Easter present to you all. Bye.