JazzGirl123: I'm glad you liked my chapter. I think your mom just wants you to focus on your school work and stuff. I'm sure she still supports you. I think they might be afraid you're too focused on your stories. I told my mom about the website and she's alright with it but if I get bad marks, I'll get in trouble I won't be able to write. Being an author is something I want to do also but not for a living. I want to write stories when I grow up but also have another job. I hope all my writing didn't confuse you lol. Anyways, take your time on your stories. You know I'll always support you! =)

drake0: Lol yeah. At some points, I had my doubts but I guess it happens. Anyways, I'll check for your update next week =)

ShunandAce: Aw Dan's not that bad LOL. What don't you like about him? I'm just wondering =P. Anyways it's great that you're willing to reread it lol. I already have my next idea for my next story. It would be awesome if you wanted to read that also =)

YayForEveryCoupleILoveAndMore: Lol! It's good to know that you're confident in me to update. =) Sorry if it's late…

katzike123: Yeah I realized I haven't mentioned Marucho yet. I'm still kind of wondering how to put him in… he should be in this chapter =P

blushy01: I haven't watched all of it since the new episodes come out once a week… I've got to wait lol. People say I update fast but I don't really think so. There used to be a writer that updated everyday! I forgot who it was though…

Maudy Novianti: LOL! =)

flippy17: Aw… you're leaving again =( Good luck on whatever you're doing this time and thanks =)

star bright-708: Lol, sorry but it's always nice to leave it when it gets exciting lol! Not because I want to torture you guys or anything =)

Akiko Suzuki: Doctor Who? Is it a movie or a television show? I've never heard of it before but I don't think I want to. I'm scared of horror movies and things like that. *shivers I'm glad you still liked it =)

Light-Sakura: Haha… yeah. I know some people are huge fans of Shun… let's hope it'll end well =)

Shana: LOL! You'll have to wait a little bit longer to find out =)

Midnight stars: Lol! We'll see =) I can't give anything out right now =)

Zeyla Gale: LOL! It's a story in a story! You get it? Cuz I'm writing a story and you're writing a story/convo =)

shadowwing1994: LOL! Really? I never realized… anyways don't be depressed! Laughter is the best medicine and happiness makes everything seem so much better! =) Seeing people depressed makes me feel bad even if I don't really have anything to do with it… Anyways, I'm glad you liked this chapter. Feel better! =)

Me: Soo… what's up? =)

Shun: …

Me: How's it going? *nudges Shun's shoulder

Shun: Grr… don't touch me…

Me: Uhhh… someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed…

Shun: You're playing with my last nerve!

Me: Okay… sorry… let's not bother him… here's the review! =):

Julie and Alice's situation was explained and everything turned out well.

Alice is getting very sick and is going to die soon.

They're all heading back to the pirates' village.

DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN BAKUGAN!

Alice's P.O.V.

I felt weak and I knew my end was going to come soon but I didn't want Shun's to. I had to stop him from fighting Anubias or even getting close to him. I smiled as I lifted my head from his chest. He looked so peaceful as he was sleeping. I gently lifted his arm away from my waist. I got off the bed silently but almost fell instantly. My head immediately started to hurt. I took a deep breath and stepped forward. I slowly walked to the door with my hand on the wall. Then I felt a warm arm around my waist. It startled me but when I saw Shun standing next to me I relaxed.

"You shouldn't be moving so much," Shun pointed out as he held on to me.

"I know… but we're here aren't we? Don't you want me to show you around?" I asked with a smile. He looked worried, "Don't worry everything will be fine."

"Alright, you know I trust you," he kissed me on the cheek and I smiled brightly. He pushed opened the door and we both stepped out. I couldn't help it as my smile grew brighter when I saw the familiar village… my home. I heard Shun gasp.

"Wow…" he whispered. I giggled at his reaction.

"Alice!" I heard someone scream. I turned around and saw Runo with Dan and my grandfather. He looked worried as he rolled a wheelchair towards me (the wheelchair is the wooden kind… if that makes sense).

"Runo! Grandfather!" I smiled happily. Shun helped me sit down on the wheelchair, "This is Shun."

"Alice I've been so worried about you. Dan told us what happened. Are you alright?" my grandfather was close to tears.

"Yeah I'm fine. Thanks to Shun," my grandfather shook hands with Shun.

"Hi… umm…" Shun started.

"Dr. Gehabich, I'm Alice's grandfather,"

"Hi Dr. Gehabich," Shun greeted. Runo came up to Shun and walked around him as if she was examining him.

"You're a ninja but why are you helping us?" Runo questioned as she stopped and stared at him curiously.

"Well because I love Alice…" his answer was so simple but it made me upset. I realized that any second might have been my last second with him.

"He really does. You guys have nothing to worry about. There are three other ninjas that came with him," I explained. The fact that I was home seemed to make me feel a lot better. It felt like I had hope.

"Yeah, they're at my place right now. We didn't want to bother you guys. Everyone's off the ship now. Let's go!" Dan said excitedly trying to make it less awkward for all of us.

"Alice, I've got to go back to work. Are you going to be alright?" my grandfather asked.

"Yeah, don't worry," I smiled but then coughed after. My grandfather gave me an unsure look.

"I'll watch over Alice," Shun suggested. My grandfather nodded and kissed me on the forehead.

"I'll make a nice dinner and you can bring your friends over," he suggested.

"Thanks so much. Bye!" I called after him as he left. Shun pushed my wheelchair and we were on our way to Dan's house. People were clapping as we passed by while others just stared at Shun. I could feel him tense yet he was very amused by everything. It was definitely different than the island. I turned my head around and smiled as he looked like a kid looking around.

"So, you think he's cute don't you?" Runo teased as she walked next to me. I turned to see if Shun heard but he was too mesmerized to hear.

"Well… he certainly is something," I smiled as I tried not to cough but it didn't work.

"Are you alright?" she asked me. I nodded and she seemed to be alright with it. Did Dan tell her and my grandfather about me dying? I stared at Dan and he probably felt my eyes on him. He turned to look at me and mouthed I didn't tell anyone yet (Dan and the others told them about the war but not her sickness… just making sure I got that clear =)). I nodded and turned back around to enjoy what life had to offer.

"Alice! Dan!" an excited voice screamed as he approached us. He gave me a hug and I hugged him back.

"Hi Baron," Dan and I greeted.

"You alright? Captain Spectra told us that you were hit hard before you guys could leave and you must be Shun. I'm Baron," Baron grinned.

Shun's P.O.V.

"Hi Baron," I grinned. The way he looked at Alice made me jealous. Alice must have realized because she grabbed my hand gently and squeezed. She smiled and I couldn't help but smile back. She looked a lot happier now that we were back. Hopefully that would heal her… who am I kidding? The only way to heal her is to kill Anubias.

"Before we go to Dan's place, I have to stop by the bar," Runo stated.

"Alright, let's go," Alice said cheerfully but I could tell she needed rest. She was getting tired.

"You alright?" I whispered in her ear. I was sure she didn't want anyone to worry about her and I didn't think her friends knew about it yet.

"Yeah, don't worry," she grinned and we were on our way. I got awkward glances from people as they waved to Dan and Alice. I tried to ignore them as I looked around. It was amazing. There were people cooking things and other people were selling things. It looked like our island except it was more modern. I should have realized since they did have guns and canons and all we had were wooden arrows and swords.

"We're here!" Dan yelled. Was he always this loud? I ignored it and pushed Alice inside. It was kind of dark. I watched as guys started asking Alice out all at once. I took a step back.

"Uhh… Alice…" I said nervously as a bunch of girls ran towards us. They started feeling my muscles.

"Could you stop touching my guy please?" Alice asked nicely. She said my guy. I felt myself smirk as they all backed off. I bent down and kissed Alice on the cheek. I smirked again as I saw her blush. Runo took the handles of her wheelchair, shaking her head slightly.

"Get used to it bud," Dan patted me on the back and grinned.

"Yeah… I'll try…"

"Are you and Alice dating?" Baron questioned. I could sense a tint of sadness in his voice. I watched as Runo wheeled Alice away to somewhere… with Dan following him.

"Uhhh…" how was I supposed to answer that? I scratched my head uncomfortably, "Well…"

"I'm happy for you guys. Take good care of her. She's amazing," Baron sighed but then smiled, "It's time I moved on. Anyways, I've got to go do my shift so I can make it to Dan's house tonight."

"Alright, I'll see you then," I watched as he left to get to work. I looked around the bar. My eyes finally adjusted to the darkness. I decided to go look for them. It felt awkward standing there while everyone stared at you.

Alice's P.O.V.

Shun was so sweet. I knew he was sweet before but I never thought that he was that sweet. I could still feel myself blushing and that made me feel better. Even if I died, it was worth it.

"Alice, can you wait here for a while?" Runo questioned. I snapped out of my thoughts and nodded. Runo left with Dan behind her. I watched as he put his arm around her waist. I was happy that she didn't slap him. I looked around the bar and sighed as I remembered working here. Then something caught my eye… well someone. He was sitting in a corner with a cloak over his head. For some reason, I wheeled my wheelchair to his table. He seemed to know I was there since he looked up. His eyes met mine and they were powerful. I would have fallen if I wasn't sitting. I quickly looked away.

"Would you like me to read your fortune?" he asked. I looked at him once again. He was blond and had blue eyes. They were sharp blue eyes.

"Well…" before I could think of something to say he took hold of my hand. I would have pulled it away but something told me not to.

"Young healer, why are you so afraid? It isn't you who will die. It's him," he pointed to someone and I turned around to see who he was pointing at. Shun was standing near the door. My vision was true…

"A-Are you s-sure?" I stuttered, "Please… tell me how I can save him."

"It's a lose and lose situation. Think about it. If you stop him from dying, who's going to save you? If you don't stop him from getting killed, who's going to save you?"

"There has to be a way… I'll do anything, just please help me find a way," I begged. I got off my wheelchair and dropped to the ground in front of him. I held back my tears because I knew it would be hard to breathe if I cried.

"Well… there is one way…" he said quietly as if he was scared that other people would hear.

"What is it? Please tell me," my voice sounded hopeful. He stared at me for a second.

"Give me some of your blood. I could sell it for a lot. I will tell you after," he said bluntly. I didn't hesitate or give a second thought about it.

"Alright," he took out a small knife and held on to my wrist. I felt my blood flow out of the cut he made. He had a small glass tube and dripped the blood into it until it was full. He smirked as he placed the cover on to the tube.

"The only way to save him is to die with him. You'll end up together in an otherworld…" he said.

"What do you mean?" I asked.

"There is no real answer or way to save both of you… at least not anymore," he whispered and disappeared right before my eyes. I was tricked. I wasn't upset that I had lost a bit of blood, but I was upset at the fact that nothing could help us both. I felt a warm pair of arms around me.

"You alright? Here, let me help you up," his comforting voice made me relax for a bit.

"It's alright, I want to walk," I insisted. I was a little shaken about the little man. He seemed mysterious and what did he mean?

"Alice… are you sure you're alright?" he asked again. I nodded.

"As long as I'm with you, I'll always be alright," I whispered into his ear and then hugged him.

"Don't be silly, I'll always be with you…" I could feel him smiling as he said those words. I just hoped they were true…

Shun's P.O.V.

She seemed distant as she snuggled into my arms. I didn't blame her. Being so close to dying probably did that to you. She seemed to have stopped coughing but usually a change in symptoms wasn't a good thing. I got worried and she must have felt it. I felt her tense as she looked up at me.

"Let's go to Dan's. I'm assuming you know the way because of you don't, we're going to get lost. They already left since they had to bring something," I explained. It felt good to hear her giggle. I placed my arm around her waist so she wouldn't fall. I pulled the wheelchair along incase she did need more support.

"Thanks Shun," she smiled.

"For what?" I was absolutely clueless and it probably showed on my face since she was giggling again.

"For everything…" she sighed and leaned her head on my shoulder. I small smile appeared on my face as she relaxed.

No One's P.O.V.

"Here you go, just what you wanted," I man in a cloak approached another man. He held out his hand waiting for him to take the glass tube full of blood.

"Thank you and I will make sure you'll get your part of our victory Marucho," the smirked as he took the glass tube. Marucho held out his hand waiting to be paid and the man gave him a stack of bills.

"Thank you Anubias. Nice to have someone who actually appreciates what I sell," Marucho said. Anubias ignored him and opened the glass tube. He placed his hand over it and started muttering a spell. The blood started floating into the air. It flew around them and then stopped in front of him. The blood collided with each other and a monster was created…

Me: I'm sooooo sorry it's soooooo short…

Dan: You better be.

Me: I'll try making the next one longer but it might be hard since the story's going to end soon and I've got to somehow make it fit in one or two or three chapters… that are hopefully going to be equal…

Dan: You talk a lot.

Me: You eat a lot.

Dan: So?

Me: What's your point?

Dan: You're like Runo! AHHH! *shivers and runs

Me: … okay then… guys I have this big temptation to start a new story. It's an idea I had before I started writing this story and now it's getting hard to control… and there's more! I just came up with two more ideas! So now I'm trying to stop myself from writing three stories! LOL! I'm telling you guys because… umm I don't know why but if I start another story, I'm scared I might not be able to update all of them at once… I know, lack of self-confidence… Oh well lol! Anyways, I hope everyone enjoyed this chapter! Please review and comment! See you all next time! =) (I was going to update this sooner but it didn't work for some reason… so here it is now!)