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Flashback
-------- Change in Time
Another place

Digger½

Snapping his wrist, Ranma grabbed onto the strangers hand and forced him to let go "What the hell do you know old man,.... you don't even know me"

Shaking his head and laughing with a burly laugh, the Stranger sat down on the roof "Ranma Saotome, age seventeen. Practicing martial arts despite his mother's lack of knowledge. New found dragon King of Jade. Do you need more proof?"

Ranma looked at the stranger with suspicion "Look, just who the hell are you?"

Bowing his head slowly, the stranger sighed "I'm your father"

Ranma narrowed his eyes at his so called father before he jumped to his feet "Where the hell do you get off claiming such an outrageous thing! My father left me when I was six years old! He wanted nothing to do with me!"

Glaring at Ranma, his 'father' stood up and slapped him across the face "You only know what was told to you by your mother! It doesn't seem like she is right about a lot of things lately, so why would she be right about this!" he then looked down at Ranma's shocked face and sighed "Yes,... I left. But not because I wanted nothing to do with you. It's because I found a woman who appreciated me for what I am,... not made me frightened of the consequences if someone found out"

Sitting up, Ranma looked up at his 'father' "Genma,. Saotome,...?" Seeing his father nod, Ranma quickly got to his feet and punched him square in the face, knocking him to the ground in pain "What the hell right do you have showing up!" Ranma's eyes threatened to tear up, but he quickly replaced it with anger "You left me like a piece of used trash! What right do you have to come to me right now?!"

Looking away from Ranma's frighteningly powerful eyes, Genma shook with anguish "I got a call from Julia Diggers,.... saying that my son was staying with her. Then she told me that you were taking your,..." He cleared his throat slightly as he forced the next words out "girlfriend and daughter,... to school with you." Looking up for a moment, he stared into Ranma's eyes "I never wanted to leave you,.... If I didn't,.... then I couldn't have kept you alive. I barely had enough for one person to get by. I decided to let you live with your mother, so that she could feed and house you"

Not allowing himself to feel the pity that was welling inside of him, Ranma punched Genma again "Do you know just how much shit I've gone through because of this?!?!" Ranma started to glow a powerful red as flames licked across the surface in front of him "I've been teased my entire life that the Saotome clan was full of wimps. I never had a person to look to for help,... other than" Ranma sneers "Nodoka."

Genma blinked at the anger and venom used in Ranma's words "Your right boy,.... I have no right to ask you to forgive me. Nor, do I intend to try. I just want you to give me another chance and let me repay you for everything done."

Growling under his breath, Ranma then sighed "Fine,.... maybe you can help me then"

Blinking at the sudden change, Genma started to sweat "S-Sure,... what can I help you with?"

Ranma sat down on the building's edge and looked down at the people "They seem like ants from up here,....." He then shook off the strange feeling in the back of his head before turning toward Genma "Well,.... we've run into some problems with the Tendo clan. They want me and my family dead. I need your help to protect them"

Genma narrowed his eyes in anger when Ranma mentioned the name Tendo "What do you know about the Tendo's boy?"

Ranma smirked at Genma, one that was full of pain and sadness "Well old man,... it seems that Soun Tendo is a friend of Nodoka's, and he too wants the were-clan dead. Why, do you know him?"

Nodding his head slightly, Genma looked down at Ranma "He was an old friend,... but that changed the day that Xella came into my life. Once he found out she was a were creature, he went ballistic and tried to kill her." Genma took off the top of his Gi and showed Ranma a scar that went from his shoulder down to his chest "He ended up doing this when I jumped in front of his sword."

Ranma eyes widened in surprise as panic set in "T-Tell me,... if Soun knew a location of another were creature, would he attack it and kill it?" Seeing Genma nod, Ranma's heart leapt as he quickly stood up "Shit, I have to get back to the hotel!" Ranma turned and dropped off of the building, his aura burning around his body as he blasted toward his new home.

Genma stood there shocked as he watched Ranma's retreating form "That boy,..." His amazement quickly turned into a large smile before he too dropped off of the building, slowly running toward Ranma "He truly is an enigma"

--- Meanwhile, Back to Cyan ---

Brittany backed against the corner and barred her fangs at Kasumi, a snarl covering her face "How dare you! and to think, right after my father trusted you so much!"

Tilting the blade lightly, so the sun reflects off of it, Kasumi grinned at Brittany "If that bastard hadn't of shown up with you two were bitches, then it never would've come to this! NOW DIE!" She thrust the blade forward, only to hit air as Brittany jumped to the side and over the bed "Damnit! Stay still and die!"

Brittany slammed against the wall and lowered herself to the ground, finding herself cornered and staring at the demented woman "MY DAD TRUSTED YOU!"

lifting the blade above her head and gaining an almost insane glint to her eyes, Kasumi cackled "And he was a fool for doing so" With that, she brought the blade down toward the cheetah hybrid.

Closing her eyes, and awaiting the blade, she was shocked when a droplet of blood splashed against her face, and looked up to see her father holding the sword in his hand "D-Dad?!?"

Pulling the sword away from his daughters face, Ranma tilted his head and gave her a weak smile "sorry about that honey. Where's your mother?"

Smiling at her father, Brittany let the tears flow down her face "D-dad,...." her eyes then left Ranma's backside as they wandered to where the bathroom was.

Seeing her glance, Ranma looked over at the bathroom as his eyes went wide with rage "C-CYAN!" Ranma threw the blade to the side, and slamed his leg into Kasumi's stomach, sending her flying back and through the wall. Running over to the bathroom, Ranma stared at the downed body of his lover, shock evident on his face. Seconds later the look became an extreme anger that boiled to the surface. Standing up slowly, Brittany cringed as the wound flared up in her stomach. Sucking up the pain, she glanced around the room and noticed the unconscious Kasumi, and an angry Ranma standing above Cyan "Brittany,...."

Taking a deep, painful, breath she managed to whisper out "Y-Yes?"

Slowly walking from Cyan, Ranma walked over to the door and opened it "Watch her for me, I'll be back" Before hearing anything else, Ranma was already sprinting down the street.

Ten Minutes later, at the Tendo household

Soun and Nadoka were sitting in front of the table drinking a small cup of coffee, as Soun looked at a clock on the wall "Kasumi should have already dealt the final blow on your son. We should be getting word from her anytime." As if hearing her comment, there was a knock at the door "Is that her?"

Shaking his head a bit and staring at the door, as if analyzing it "No,... It's a strong aura though,... I can't place where I've felt it before" He stood up and walked over to the door, preparing a spell before opening it "Can I help y-" His eyes went wide as a fist slammed into his face, sending him skipping across the wood panneled floors.

Stepping into the room, the large man looked around and sneered "Doing well for yourself here Tendo,..." He then laid his eyes on Nadoka, who was shocked, and her hand on the hilt of the family sword "I see,... so your the cause of all Ranma's pain..." The man's aura flared into existence as wings of crimson burst from his backside, giving him a demonic look "I suggest you remove that weapon from your hand,... or else I'll be forced to do it myself" Looking behind as him, the man smiled "Ah, it seems the guest of honor has arrived"

Stepping through the broken door, Ranma looked around the room with a mild shock "what happened here?" Sensing a build up of power, Ranma looked up and toward a man with crimson wings "Ah,... I see you got my letter...."

Nodding his head solemnly, the man stepped forward and shook Ranma's hand "I could never abandon a friend Ranma, you of all people should realize that I value such things"

Smiling as they release the hand shake, Ranma steps past the large man "That I do Saffron,... however this time,..." His eyes became hard as stone as his aura flared to life around him, causing the wood to scorch "It's personal,... they attacked my family." Looking over his shoulder, Ranma's eyes softened considerably when he looked at Saffron's shocked face "They wounded Cyan,... and I think it's fatal. So I'm here to make sure they die before she does" Turning back to his cold exterior, Ranma looks at the shriveling Nadoka and the now conscious Soun Tendo "So,.. what do you have to say for yourself?"

Quickly getting to his feet, Soun prepared a spell before launching it at Ranma with deadly accuracy "I say, DIE DEMON!"

Ranma snarled in anger before batting the spell to the side, causing it to explode against the wall, leaving a gaping hole "Your spells mean shit to me,... You have a price to pay. I'm here to collect" Ranma held out a hand as it start to glow golden "Feel the rath of the Dragon King" With that said, the golden aura shrunk before combusting on itself, letting loose a thin beam of energy that pierced Soun's lungs "I'm not going to kill you fast,.." Ranma's eyes hardened considerably more, as the room started to chill "I'm going to make you suffer, must worse than you've made us" Another flash of light erupted from Ranma's finger, piercing Soun's eye as blood started to gush freely "I'm going to make Cyan's death seem like a quick death, compared to yours" his voice was straining as he said these evil things.

Staring at Ranma with mute shock, Saffron put his hand out and gripped his shoulder tightly, scared of what might happen "R-Ranma,.... calm down man. Are you sure your girlfriend's dead? I mean, couldn't she just be unconscious?"

Not taking his eyes off of the fearful Soun's "I'm not sure, but I'm here to make sure something happens to the people who caused her to be in such a state."

Turning Ranma around forcefully, Saffron gripped his shoulders and stared into the shocked boys faces "Ranma,.... there's a way we can save Cyan,... but we have to act fast. What's more important to you, a revenge that isn't even assured? Or your girlfriend's life?"

Eyes shimmering with tears as the reality of the situation caught up with him, Ranma pushed past Saffron as the tears started flowing "Follow me"

Starting to follow Ranma, Saffron turned around and glared at the two people "Follow us, or attempt any more assisinations before the Tournament of Arms, and I will personally destroy you." with that said, Saffron turned around and ran out into the night, wings flapping powerfully as he caught up with Ranma "I will support your decisions Ranma,... but don't take lives needlessly. I know the feeling, and it's nothing that can be handled without a long time of living. It's a painful experience"

Looking up at Saffron, Ranma smiled gently as he wiped the tears away "I know,...." He then looked ahead of him and pointed, earning a nod from Saffron 'You don't understand Saffron,.... It wasn't me that did any of that. I barely remember anything that happened before meeting Genma' His eyes then went wide as he looked up once again, his senses locked on a person hiding in the shadows. Coming to a stop, Ranma jumped to the top of the building and looked around, not even noticing Saffron landing beside him "Come out old man,..."

Stepping from the shadows, Genma smiled at Ranma "I'm glad you could sense me,... I didn't know what to do other than increase my aura until you found me. Since you left without saying anything other than 'Shit I have to get back to the hotel'... I had no idea you were that fast. I tried to follow you, but lost you within miuntes." Eyes shimmering with compassion for the boy, Genma stepped forward and gripped Ranma in a powerful hug "Let me help,.... My wife Xella will be able to heal any wound you may encounter in the tournament"

Ranma narrowed his eyes and pushed Genma away "How did you know about the tournament?"

Blushing a bit as he realized he just did something to offend Ranma, Genma smiled "Everyone in Jade knows about it Ranma,... it's not everyday the Dragon King challenges someone to a Tournament of Arms match. Aside from that, I've been having you followed since I left." Genma snapped his fingers as a shadowed figure appeared next to Ranma "Ranma,... I'd like you to meet Shiela, of the edge Guard"

Blushing a bit as she finally got an up close view of the person she's been following for years, Shiela bowed "The pleasure is mine, Dragon King"

Shaking his head, Ranma smiled at the small girl and petted her head gently, earning a involintary purr "Pleased to meet you Shiela,.. and please, call me Ranma. Dragon King sounds a little, not me" Ranma finished the sentence with red cheeks as Saffron chuckled "Hey, leave me alone Pheonix King" Saffron stopped chuckling, and settled on a glared aimed at Ranma.

Chuckling a bit, Genma stepped forward "Now take us to where your staying, we have lots to catch up on" Ranma's eyes then went wide as he jumped off the building, running down the street "What?"

Watching Ranma as he locked onto the boy's Ki signature, Saffron turned back to Genma "His girlfriend was injured greatly in a battle with the Tendo's. Ranma thought that one of them had turned on her family, because of their tactics. At least, that's what I think" Genma nodded a bit before smiling "I'll take you there, follow me" Saffron's wings spread out wide, earning a shocked look from Shiela, who just noticed them. Saffrron jumped off of the building and started flapping his wings, carrying himself after Ranma. Looking down, Saffron was pleasantly surprised to see Genma and Shiela keeping up 'So that's Genma,.... interesting'

TO BE CONTINUED

OMAKE!!!!

Saffron : So that's Ranma's father huh,.... thought I'd never see him

SSJ Guyver : Why, because you thought Ranma forgot about you?

Saffron : Huh? No,....

SSJ Guyver : Then why,....?

Saffron : Because, I thought you forgot about us

SSJ Guyver : What can I say, life sucks.... Anyways, WHAT DOES IT MATTER TO YOU!

Saffron : BECAUSE IT'S MY LIFE YOU WRITE!

SSJ Guyver : Like this?

Saffron tried to talk, only getting nothing, and glared at SSJ Guyver

SSJ Guyver : That's right,... your nothing

Saffron's aura started to burn brightly as SSJ Guyver flinched.

SSJ Guyver : OKAY! OKAY! I'M SORRY!