Tainted

So here is the next on! I can't believe I'm up to chapter 10 already. I mean, I just started this thing. At least it still feels like it. I want to be as exact as possible when writing these but because FUNimation now owns D. Gray-Man, copy-write issues are keeping me from watching certain episodes! GRRRRR! I've seen episode 98 but not 97 because of copy-write issues! NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! I'M GETTING ANGRY! BAD THINGS HAPPEN WHEN I GET ANGRY! I TURN INTO A GIANT GREEN THING WITH MUSCLES THE SIZE OF TRASHCANS! GRRRRRRRRRR!!

Sorry 'bout that. Its just frustrating. So...ya. Enjoy!

Disclaimer: If I owned, I wouldn't be writing a fanfic now would I?

Daisya and Marie woke up with a start. They franticly looked around to see if they could identify the source of the scream.

Kanda was crouched beside Kaguya's body, anxiety building up inside him.

"Damn it! GET OVER HERE! WE GOT A PROBLEM!" Yelled Kanda. Daisya and Marie were over in an instant. They all crowded down around Kaguya's body, which had curled itself into a ball.

Kaguya was shaking violently, crying out in pain. This pain was far greater than before when her wings first appeared. And it was different. According to Komui, her innocence was transforming inside of her. And although she had been confused and in pain, it didn't affect her emotionally. But this time was different. She was terrified. This pain made her scared. Something wasn't right. Something very bad was about to happen.

"Kaguya…" muttered Marie, putting a hand on her shoulder and shaking her gently. "Kaguya…"

"What's wrong?!" Cried Daisya, looking at her pained expression.

"I don't know." Kanda said angrily. "She just suddenly said she was in pain."

Kaguya gave an extra loud scream.

"It…HURTS!!" She cried.

"It's getting worse." He muttered, more to himself than his companions.

"What can we do?!" Daisya asked, rubbing Kaguya's back comfortingly.

"If we don't know what's causing the pain, we can't treat it." Said Marie.

Kanda grunted in frustration.

Kaguya franticly reached her hand out. Daisya grabbed her outstretched hand.

"I'm here girl. I'm here…" He whispered.

"I'm…seeing things…" Kaguya muttered through her teeth.

Kanda leaned in closer, his eyes furrowed.

"Describe what you're seeing."

Kaguya shook her head.

"I..I can't…"

"You have to." He said harshly.

Kaguya took a deep breath.

"What do you see?" He asked softly.

"A city…a strange castle or cathedral...in the middle…"

"That's probably Barcelona." Said Marie.

Kaguya took another shaky breath. Another image appeared before her eyes.

"Akuma…are attacking the city. There…are hundreds of them…"

The three boy's eyes widened.

"Is she seeing the future or what's happening right now?" Asked Daisya.

Marie shook his head.

"I see K-Kanda fighting them…" She muttered.

Kanda's eyes widened even more.

"It's...the future..."

"AHHHH!!" Kaguya screamed again, louder than ever. "IT HURTS! IT HURTS!"

She began rolling around on the ground, crying out in pain. Every breath she took was used to scream. Kanda grabbed onto Kaguya's shoulder and stared hard at her.

"Listen. I know it hurts. Just try and focus on the images. If you focus your mind on something, it will be less concentrated on the pain. Now just talk. Say anything and everything you are seeing. Marie, Daisya, hold her down."

The two boys nodded. They got on opposite sides of her and held her down by her arms and shoulders. Kaguya wriggled and writhed with pain. Her eyes were wide and glazed over; giving her eyes a frightened, dead look. Kanda leaned over by her ear.

"Just talk." He whispered desperately.

Kaguya gasped.

"Run…Run, RUN!"

"Run?" Asked Kanda. "Run from what? What do you see?"

"Get away! He's dangerous!" She yelled. "He'll kill you! He wants to kill you! RUN! RUN!"

"Who! Who should run? Run from what?" Yelled Kanda.

"Gray skin…" She murmured. "Crosses on his forehead…evil…evil eyes…"

Kanda's jaw clenched and the hair on the back of his neck stood on end.

A Noah…

Kaguya began to twist around more violently.

"Kill…KILL! URGE TO KILL! HE'LL KILL YOU! RUN! RUN! PLEASE JUST RUN! RUN, RUN! GET AWAY FROM HIM!"

Then, she went deadly silent. Her body still twitched but her face, which had looked so fearful, was now blank. Kanda watched her chest rise and fall with its labored breathing. Her body was still moving but it was as if her mind had just stopped working.

"Kaguya?" He whispered.

A tear ran down Kaguya's face.

"Dead…he's…"

"Who? Who's dead?" Kanda asked quietly, yet forcefully.

"Dead…Dead…he's dead…so many others are dead…"

Her voice was barely above a whisper. Yet her voice was so sad that even Kanda felt a crack in his heart of ice.

Her head slowly turned to look at Kanda. But because her eyes were still soulless, it was as if she were looking beyond him. She looked like a corpse.

"They are all dead. So…So many dead. Maybe I could have saved him. I could have saved him! So many dead but I only care about him. I'm bad…so very bad. I want to die."

Suddenly, Kaguya reached up and grabbed Kanda's arm, her nails digging into his skin.

"KILL ME!" She screamed.

Kanda just stared down at her, his face void of all emotion. He did not say a word to her. Kaguya stared up at him with her dead eyes for only a few moments. Then, they rolled to the back of her head. She let go of Kanda's arm and passed out.

Marie and Daisya released her. They all sat down on the ground around her, silently.

The sun began to peak over the horizon. Kanda let out a deep sigh. He didn't know how long Kaguya's little episode had lasted but it felt like an eternity. He held his hand to his chest. His heart was beating rapidly and painfully in his chest. His heart had never acted like that unless he was engaged in a battle.

"What the fuck just happened?" Daisya finally asked.

Kanda shook his head; he didn't have a clear answer. All he knew was that Kaguya could somehow see the future, there was going to be a big battle in Barcelona and, that someone she knew was about to be killed by a Noah.

Kaguya's body was floating in an infinite black void. She shivered. There was no light, no warmth, just a black emptiness. She tried to open her eyes and move her body but it wouldn't respond. Normally, her immobility would have frightened her but she didn't feel anything. She didn't feel any emotion at all. She just felt empty.

Then, a warm hand brushed against her face. She leaned her head toward it as it touched her. It was so warm, so reassuring in the darkness. The hand was gone as quickly as it had come and her emotions once again disappeared. She yearned for the touch again, she yearned to feel warm and safe.

The hand came again and cupped her cheek, its thumb rubbing against her. She leaned into the touch again, relishing the feeling. She tried to open her eyes but they would not obey.

She felt someone's breath on her neck. She smiled at the unknown person. Kaguya didn't really know why she was so trusting to someone she couldn't even see. She couldn't really explain it but she felt like she knew the person and that she could trust them.

Suddenly, she was lying on the ground instead of floating. It was rocky and wet. Rain poured down on her from a sky she could not see. She felt cold and began shivering again. A warm coat was placed on her body, shielding her from the cold and rain.

"How are you feeling?" Said the mysterious person.

It was male. She knew the voice but for some reason she couldn't remember who it belonged to.

Kaguya tried to respond but all she could do was moan.

Another hand moved to her forehead.

"You're warm…damn, you're getting a fever."

The hand brushed her wet hair comfortingly.

"You're gonna be ok. You hear me? You're going to be fine."

Her fingers twitched. Her body was regaining feeling.

Suddenly, her lips were gently kissed. The simple action sent pleasant shivers down her spine. When the lips broke away, the stranger's head rested itself against hers.

"Please…be ok. I don't wanna lose you."

Kaguya's eyes slowly opened and a single green eye stared back at her.

Eyes shot open. Lavi saw Allen sitting across from him fast asleep. He rubbed his eye and stared out the window. Trees flew past as the rain pelted against the window.

What a weird dream. Why did I dream Kag-chan was in such a horrible place?

He covered his face with his hands, trying to cover the blush that was beginning to form across his face.

That kiss just felt so real. Why the heck did I do that?

Kaguya's eyes opened and stared up at a white ceiling. Her lips still felt the warmth from that gentle kiss.

She realized that she was lying in a bed under three wool blankets. She turned her head and saw Daisya sleeping in a chair next to her. She smiled at his sleeping form. He looked like a small child.

She sat up, took of one of blankets from her bed and draped it across Daisya's body. She then tip toed out of the room.

Kaguya closed the door as quietly as she could. When she turned around, she saw Kanda leaning against the wall.

"Hey Kanda." Kaguya whispered.

Kanda narrowed his eyes at her.

Kaguya wrapped her arms around herself and stared at the round.

There was heavy silence between the two of them. Finally, Kaguya spoke.

"W-What happened to me? Why did I see…"

She shook her head, trying to forget the horrible things she saw.

"What did you see?" Kanda asked.

Kaguya didn't say anything. She just stared at the ground. Kanda grunted. He walked over to where she was standing.

Kaguya didn't move.

"What did you see?" He repeated, more harshly this time.

Again, Kaguya did not speak. In his anger, Kanda punched the door, inches away from Kaguya's head.

"What did you see?" He yelled. "Who did you see die?"

Kaguya just stared at the floor, tears threatening to spill from her eyes. But she couldn't hold them back for long and she slid down to the floor.

Kanda stared at her. He sighed then crouched down in front of the crying girl.

"T-There was so much blood…-sniff-…I saw myself on the ground crying. I-I heard someone say 'we'll bring the body to headquarters with the rest.' I then heard someone else say…say 148 dead."

Kaguya took a shaky breath.

"I'm sorry. I don't remember who died…I don't remember what I said and I only barely remember what I saw. B-But I felt so much pain. All I really know was that many people are going to die! I'm sorry Kanda! I wish I could tel you more but...I'm...sorry."

Kanda didn't say anything as the girl cried. He didn't give her a comforting pat or word but his presence made Kaguya feel better. The fact that he was still there, waiting to make sure that she was alright, that made all the difference. After a few more moments of crying, Kaguya asked what had happened after she passed out.

Kanda gave an annoyed 'tch'

"We drove here and dumped you in the nearest inn we could find. Now let's get going. We've wasted enough time already."

Kanda stood up and began walking down the hall. Kaguya wiped her eyes and rose as well.

"Kanda! I'm just going to get some breakfast and then we can move out. I'll be quick, promise!"

Kanda didn't turn around but waved his hand to show he had heard. Kaguya smiled and then began wandering around the inn for the dining room.

After a few minutes of wandering, she found Marie sitting at a table in the dining room. When she sat down, Marie smiled at her.

"I'm glad you are alright Miss Kaguya. We were all very worried about you."

Kaguya nodded, smiling sadly.

"Thank you Marie. I'm sorry for troubling everyone. And don't call me Miss. It makes me feel old."

A waiter came over and took their orders. After he left, the two sat in comfortable silence. A few minutes later, Daisya came down the stairs.

"Daisya! Over here!" Cried Kaguya.

When Daisya saw her, he smiled wide. He quickly walked over and sat down on the bench next to Kaguya.

"You're up! You feeling better?"

Kaguya nodded.

"Ya. I barely even remember the whole thing. All I remember are fuzzy images."

The two boys nodded but didn't press any further.

"So, how did we get here? Kanda said we drove but who was behind the wheel."

Daisya giggled while Marie just smiled.

"Kanda." They said.

Kaguya's eyes widened.

"He drove?!"

They nodded.

"And he was flipping out!" Continued Daisya. "Well, Kanda's way of flipping out verses a normal person's is very different but he did it in his own way. He kept asking how you were doing like every twenty minutes while he was figuring out how to drive."

"I have never seen him act like that before." Added Marie.

Daisya smirked.

"Hey, you two aren't…you know…?"

Kaguya threw the salt shaker at him.

"Never imply that ever again or I will kill you in the most painful way you can imagine and hide your body so well that no one will ever find it."

Daisya nodded fearfully as he slid over to the other end of the bench.

"What did you say to her now Daisya?"

Kaguya and Daisya turned around and saw Kanda standing behind them.

"All I said was-" Daisya started. But, one look from Kaguya stopped the sentence short.

Their food was brought and they ate in silence. Kaguya would have rather talked to her companions more but she was still a little drowsy from her ordeal.

They had stopped traveling early that afternoon and had made a temporary camp out near the ocean. Three of them were sitting in a circle. Marie had wandered off to the shore line to try and figure out what he could of the Akuma hoard using his sensitive hearing.

Because of the car, instead of the trip being three to four days it was only about two to two and a half. The half was if they couldn't find a boat to get across the Mediterranean Coast. If they found a boat, they could be in Barcelona by tonight.

No one had mentioned that morning's incident. No one mentioned that someone Kaguya knew was probably going to be killed by a Noah. And since Kaguya couldn't even remember what she saw or said, she herself did not know what was about to transpire.

Suddenly, Kanda stood up with his hand on his sword. Kaguya and Daisya quickly followed and turned around. There was a large hoard of level one Akuma right behind them.

"Kaguya." Said Daisya with a smirk. "Let's see what you can do shall we?"

Kaguya smirked back.

"Watch and learn. Innocence, activate!"

Her wings pushed right threw her black uniform (without a tear) and fully extended.

Both Kanda and Daisya widened their eyes.

"Now that's cool." Said Daisya.

"You haven't seen anything yet!" Kaguya cried.

She reached around with both arms and grabbed onto her feathers. She pulled on both feathers and in her hands were two curved swords.

Kaguya then shot up into the thick of the hoard and began slashing wildly. Daisya and Kanda soon followed her lead.

Kanda began skillfully slashing at the Akuma while Daisya used what looked like a small bell. He kicked it and not only used the force of the bell to kill the Akuma but sound vibrations as well. After watching him for a little bit, Kaguya got an idea. She flew down next to Daisya.

"Daisya! I got an idea that could end this quickly."

Kanda turned but through all of the explosions he couldn't hear them. He saw Daisya nod and Kaguya jump up into the sky. She threw her weapons in the air and they turned back into feathers. She then curled herself into a ball and wrapped her wings around her, completely encompassing her. She looked like she had turned into a black and white ball. Daisya then jumped up and kicked her as hard as he could. Kaguya went rocketing threw the air. As she sped closer to the Akuma, several of her feathers extended outward, making it look like the ball was covered in black and white spikes. Kaguya crashed through the Akuma, shattering them to pieces.

When the dust cleared, Kanda and Daisya were standing still in the middle of the opening. Kaguya landed in between them gracefully.

"Ta-da!" Cried Daisya.

Kaguya laughed.

"I should start saying that!"

Daisya smiled at her.

"We make a great team don't we?"

Kaguya nodded frivolously, a huge smile on her face.

"When you two are done being so proud of such a meager accomplishment, I suggest you follow me to the shore so Marie can tell us what he has found out."

The two pouted but didn't say anything as they ran after Kanda.

When they reached the shore, Marie was sitting crossed legged on the ground.

"You're still listening Marie?" Asked Daisya. "I thought you would be done by now. Come on, how long could this-"

"Quiet Daisya." Said Marie.

Daisya pouted. Kanda walked over to Marie and crouched beside him.

"What do you think?"

"One hundred…two hundred…there are so many I can't make them all out. So very many. They're quite far. They will reach Barcelona by nightfall."

Daisya slapped his head.

"Oh crap! There is no way we could make it there by nightfall no matter how fast we go."

"And the General?" Asked Kanda.

"I believe he too is near the city." Answered Marie.

"Shit! Let's hurry up then!" Cried Daisya.

"If the Akuma will be there by nightfall, we shouldn't waste time." Kaguya exclaimed. "I can carry someone and the two of us could make it there by the time they arrive."

"There is no need." Said Marie.

He then walked through the tall grass and led them to an old steamer ship.

"Ooh!" Cooed Daisya. "So we do have a ship. We'll be able to get there by sea in no time! Nice work Marie."

Marie, Kanda and Kaguya jumped onto the ship

"Let's cast off quickly." Said Marie.

"Right." Added Kanda.

"Off to Barcelona!" Cried Kaguya.

The boat began to move as Daisya raced to jump on.

"H-Hey, wait! Don't leave me behind!"

Daisya gave one great jump and landed right on the back edge of the boat.

"That's what you get for fooling around when we don't have time to waste." Kanda said disapprovingly.

Kaguya slung one of her arms around Daisya's shoulders.

"I wouldn't get on Kanda's bad side right before a battle. You might regret it."

"Don't worry 'bout me." Daisya said proudly. "I'll be just fine! Don't you worry! Besides, even if Kanda doesn't have my back, I know you do."

Kaguya smiled.

"Count on it!"

To those who have read the Manga or seen the episodes up to/past this point, you know why this part is sad. Hell, why Kaguya's visions are sad. I feel horrible but I won't change a perfectly good storyline because it upsets me. Also, a lot of the stuff at the very end is taken right from the show. So ya, evil cliff hanger again. I like this cliff hanger thing. Its fun! Now, I included the Lavi bit just because we are getting very little Lavi time as it is. So to all of you who missed Lavi, THAT WAS JUST FOR YOU! NOW REVIEW! LET ME KNOW HOW I'M DOING! I LOVE YOU GUYS!!

Lavi: do you love me?

Ihasnolife: Lavi, I freaking love you!

Allen: Now I feel left out.

Ihasnolife: Oh don't be! You're one of the three B's!

Lavi&Allen: Eh?

Ihasnolife: Lavi is the future Boyfriend, Allen is the Brother, and Kanda is the Best friend!

Lavi&Allen: WHAT?! WHEN DID KANDA GET IN THE PICTURE?!

Kanda: What the hell am I doing here?

Ihasnolife: You're here to make me happy! Now dance!

Kanda: ...no.

Ihasnolife: I think I'm going to cry...

Kanda: O.O Please don't.

Lavi: I'll dance for you! You don't need Yu! All you need is me!

Allen: I'll dance too! You do need me after all! Not that idiot Kanda.

Ihasnolife: Kanda! Are you going to take that kind of lip from them? Hey! Where did he go?

Kanda: -off eating soba-