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Chapter 12: Sanzo's answer and new arrival?

It has been a few days since Kougaiji and I had our little conversation and we were getting back on the road. Before we left though Kougaiji and Sanzo had a little conversation. I believe that Sanzo was a little upset or at least mad at Kougaiji because he was not allowing me to ride with him. The last time we stopped Kougaiji was jittery and was slightly off. He nearly tried to kill Dokugakuji just for helping me after I tripped over a root in the forest. That further Sanzo's decision for letting me ride with Kougaiji.

The forest was too narrow for Hakuryuu to drive through so we had to walk through the forest. There were trees everywhere and I was amazed at how beautiful everything looked. I was so absorbed in the scenery that I didn't see the tree root in front of me and I tripped forward toppling to the ground. Dokugakuji was the first one to get to me and he helped me up.

"You should be more careful Kira, you don't know what could be out there," Dokugakuji says grabbing my hand pulling me to my feet.

"I can't help it. It's so pretty," I explain once I'm completely on my feet. We hear a growl come from behind us. We turned to see Kougaiji right behind me and snarling at Dokugakuji. We were confused to what prompted Kougaiji's behavior. Though after a minute of Kougaiji snarling and growling at us I think Dokugakuji realized what was happening.

"Kou you know I would never pose a threat to you." Kougaiji didn't stop growling so Dokugakuji stepped away from me. Kougaiji then seemed to calm down. I was lost the entire time.

I sigh for the millionth time. Listening to Gojyo and Goku arguing was not good for my sanity. I was just about to yell at them when Hakkai slammed on the brakes sending me flying forward hitting Sanzo's seat. I sit back and notice Sanzo was pulling his gun out. In front of Hakuryuu was a figure slumped forward holding their left side. It was a girl wearing a black skirt with stripped black and white socks and combat boots. Her shirt was white and hidden under a black jacket. My eyes widen recognizing the familiar black hair and dulling blue eyes as well as the clothing they wore. I jump from the back of Hakuryuu and sprint over to the figure.

"KIRA GET BACK HERE," Sanzo shouts at me. I ignore my brother and make it to the girl just as she falls forward. I caught her before she could hit the ground. I slowly sink to the ground with her, being careful of her wounds. Her blue eyes lock with my purple orbs.

"Key-Key," the faint voice of the girl in my arms whispers. I nod. I feel my eyes fill with tears.

"Sophie," I whisper back nodding.

"I was worried about you."

"Conserve your energy. Tell me later," I reply. "I'm going to get help, so don't mind my shouting," she nods. "HAKKAI GET OVER HERE NOW!" I scream. I hear three sets of footsteps coming my way but I never look up from Sophie.

"Oh my," Hakkai says bending down next to us. "She is badly injured. I will heal the major wounds as best as I can." Hakkai says and beings using his chi to heal my little sister.

"Kira," Sanzo's voice asks from behind Hakkai. I look up and tears are following from my eyes like a waterfall. "I take it you know her?" I nod and try to stop crying.

"Sanzo she is my little sister. I took care of her in my world. I don't see how she got here. Unless this is just like how I came to be back here," I barely manage to get out, my voice practically gone from crying.

"She will be fine with some rest Akira. Don't worry about her," Hakkai says as he steps back from us. I look down at her. Sophie's eyes were half open.

"Everything will be fine little one." I say right before both of our worlds go black.

~!~!~

When I awoke two hours ago I was told that Sophie was fine. Then I had to explain to everyone just who she was. Let's just say everyone was just as shocked as I was. We still didn't understand why she was here. I mean I belong here, but Sophie on the other hand doesn't, right?

"Ugh," Sophie's moan distracts me from my pacing and draws my attention away from my thoughts.

"Sophie," I rush over to her. She opens her eyes and looks up at me. She smiles.

"So she wasn't lying you are ok," Sophie says trying to sit up but winces. I help her sit up and prop her against the head board of the bed.

"Who was right?" I ask worried.

"She looked like the Merciful Goddess from Saiyuki," Sophie says. My eyes widen. She was involved in this as well?

"What do you mean? Tell me what happened Sof," I sit beside her on the bed.

"I was walking back from your apartment. Mom told me that Al needed to be looked after." I nod, Al was my puppy. "I was almost home and suddenly a bright light shone and then someone who resembled Kanzeon was in front of me. She told me that you were fine and to stop worrying. She then told me that she would take me to you. Again a bright light blinded me and the next thing I knew I was in the middle of a dirt road. I started walking and then was attacked by what appeared to be demons. I was injured badly but had to continue. I was being drawn to the direction I was going. The next thing I knew you were catching me and telling me everything would be fine." I sigh. Great so Kanzeon was behind this too. Why this time?

"Great, just great," I mumbled to myself as the door to the room opens. Sophie gasps and I look towards the door. Kougaiji was standing there looking uneasy. "Kou are you okay?" I ask standing up from the bed and heading towards Kougaiji. He shakes his head and staggers into the room. "KOU," I shout catching him before he falls. Footsteps echo through the hall heading for us. I look at my brother. "Sanzo what is wrong with Kou?" I ask scared. He was fine just an hour ago.

"He is almost ready for his cycle to begin," Dokugakuji says before Sanzo can. My eyes widen. Shit, why didn't he tell me? Then something made sense. When he was about ready to attack Dokugakuji it was because he saw him as a threat.

"Why didn't you tell me," I ask looking down at Kougaiji. He groans and looks at me.

"I didn't want you to worry plus Sanzo never gave me permission. So we need to find a place for me to hide away from you." Kougaiji says, his breathing started to speed up. I look over to Sophie. She was in shock.

"This is not good. Not only is Kougaiji about ready to rape me, but Sophie needs to be explained what is going on." I start to curse the heavens.

"Now, now, now Akira, there is no need to be so harsh," the voice of Kanzeon says from behind me. I turn and look at her.

"Well I'm sorry," I say sarcastically. She laughs.

"Sophie is here because we felt like she was needed here."

"So you made my mother lose both of her children?" I snarl. I was now getting pissed. Sophie was only 17 and our mom still needed her.

"She is in a coma in your world. You have even disappeared. In time it will become clear why she is here." With that she leaves. I growl.

"I hate that woman," Sanzo says at the same time I do. I look at my brother.

"Sanzo unless you give us your permission, we need to get Kou someplace where he can't escape." I say shifting Kougaiji's weight. His breathing had not slowed but seemed to increase.

"Are you sure you want to be with Kougaiji for the rest of your life Akira?" I nod.

"Yes Sanzo. I do,"

"Then you have my blessing." Kougaiji shifts as he hears that and looks up at me. I smile at him.

"Who is sharing a room with Kou?" I ask looking around the crowded room. Sanzo raises his hand.

"That would be me,"

"Well switch rooms with me. Don't question it. Doku help me get Kou into his room," I say.

"Key-Key," comes a voice from behind me. I turn towards Sophie.

"I will explain tomorrow little one. Please just rest now," I was the last one out of the room and I close the door.


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