Chapter 12
Kaye frowned the moment the lights went off. Several questions went through her mind as her brain tried to analyze several possible reasons why the lights cut out. Did someone hit a pole? She listened for the sounds of sirens since the police station was not far from their hotel. It was quiet outside, except for the wind blowing and a few cars honking at one another. Did a wire break off? No one was shouting anything outside, so perhaps not. Did the flow of circuitry cut off? She frowned a little and waited to see if a hotel employee would come to their door to let them know if that was the case. No one came. Did a fuse blow? That seemed more possible than the other solutions, but she wasn't entirely sure.
Kento paused in advancement toward Kaye. He had not expected the lights to go out, and thought a storm was coming. A smile came to his lips. Wouldn't it be wild to make love with a storm going on? The more he thought about it, the more he was daring to go for it. He figured it would be a good experience; something new to try at least. And what would it hurt? He moved toward Kaye again and reached out for her.
"Kento," Kaye spoke quietly.
"Shh. It's going to be alright," he assured her as he held her in his arms. He began to kiss her and felt her relax into his arms. His smile increased as he rubbed her hips lightly. He felt her shudder and smirked to himself. He loved it when she reacted this way.
Kaye melted into Kento's kiss. A soft moan escaped from her mouth as she leaned against him. The passion and desire was burning within her, and the darkness of the room no longer bothered her.
Kento guided her to the bed and they fell upon it just as the storm hit. As the rain poured, the lightning flashed, and the thunder boomed, Kento and Kaye made love.
Thunder was not feeling good by the time everyone made it home. The storm had increased his power so greatly that every time someone accidentally brushed against him, they were shocked. It would not have been so bad if he were alone. But he was not.
Sage parked the car, and Rowen leapt out first. It was he who had taken the brunt of being shocked as he had sat nearest Thunder. Rowen rubbed his arms as he shook his head while the others got out.
"Man, Thunder, you really pack it, don't you?" Rowen asked.
"I'm sorry," Thunder automatically said.
"Hey, no problem," Rowen said with a wave of his hand. "I'll live. It took me by surprise more than anything."
Thunders nodded, and then distanced himself from the others. Flash and Scorpio watched him for a moment. They knew he was going to stand out within the storm until his power calmed down. Giving one another a look, they both turned and headed inside.
Ryo watched Thunder for a moment as well, and then looked toward Scorpio. The Warrior of Current was glowing now too. Could it be the rain that caused him to react as well? He shook his head and followed the two Warriors.
Sage made it to the porch and was about to follow Rowen in when he paused and looked toward Thunder.
Rowen frowned at him. "Hey, Sage, aren't you coming?"
"I'll be in a few minutes," Sage replied as he continued to watch the Warrior of Storm.
Rowen hesitated for a moment. But then, he nodded and went inside the house.
Sage remained where he was, watching Thunder as the lightning flashed around him. It was as if the lightning was showing affection toward Thunder. He looked toward the sky and realized the storm was passing through quickly. Soon it would be over. Figuring Thunder wanted to be alone for now, he turned and headed inside.
He was immediately met with darkness. He grimaced. The darkness did not bother him, but it reminded him of his entrapment when Talpa had separated them. How he loathed being stuck in that place, feeling all of his power, and being confined within it, unable to release it.
Flash approached Sage as she held a flashlight. She smirked as she played with light a bit. "You know, if you glow we won't need to use flashlights or candles."
"Haha," Sage sarcastically replied as he smirked in return. "Where are the others?"
"They went to find more candles and flashlights," Flash answered.
Sage nodded and went his own way to find a flashlight as well.
Mia groaned as she put a hand to her head. Upon opening her eyes she discovered she was lying on her bed. She sat up and gasped. How had she gotten here? She remembered being in the living room, and perhaps passing out. Had someone carried her to her room?
She trembled as she slowly got out of bed. She heard voices from downstairs. Ryo and the others were home.
Shakily, she made her way toward her door and opened it. She went down the hall and came to the balcony and looked down into the dining room. No one was in the dining room, so she descended the stairs.
In the living room, Ryo lit another candle upon the mantle and stepped back. "There. That should be enough until the lights come back on."
"Burn, baby!" Flash suddenly said.
Rowen raised an eyebrow at her. "Are you feeling okay?"
"Just peachy," Flash replied with a grin.
"I think she's hyper from the wine she had," Scorpio replied with a smirk.
Flash only laughed at him. "You're funny."
Sage shook his head as he felt somewhat amused. He sat down on the couch and sighed. "Man, this was one interesting day."
"Yeah, no kidding," Cye said as he sat beside him. "I wonder if Kento and Kaye had their share of fun."
"They probably did," Rowen said as he stretched.
Mia dared to venture into the living room. She coughed a bit, getting their attention.
"Hey, Mia," Ryo greeted her as he sat down.
"Hi," she replied as she moved further into the living room and sat down across from him on the bigger couch.
"Mia, you missed it," Sage said as he grinned. He caught her confused look and smiled. "Scorpio and I made a bet on how many girls would admire my singing."
"He won too," Scorpio confirmed as he slightly pouted.
Mia smiled. "I guess it doesn't pay to make bets with Sage."
"Remind me to never do that again," Scorpio said with a sigh.
Ryo chuckled as he found a magazine to look at under the light of the flashlight. It could be a while before the electricity was back on.
Thunder came inside. He was not glowing as intensely as before which meant the storm was coming to an end. Being careful to make his way through the living room with what little light there was, he headed for the kitchen.
Mia frowned to herself. She did not know why, but she did not feel well. She felt hungry somewhat, but at the same time she did not want to eat. She felt tense, but also relaxed. And the lights from the candles and flashlights were slightly bothering her eyes. What was wrong with her?
Akea was pleased by the progress that had been done. Merrick and Layla were out of her hair for the time being, Sen had completed his task, and Mia would soon be under her control, and the bedroom she had chosen had been worked on by some skilled half breeds.
Wanting to take a look on the room, she decided to go see it. She left her throne room and went directly toward the room. The room was located a few hallways away, and was actually one hallway from her chambers.
Arriving at the room she looked inside. The room was done beautifully. The bare floor had been carpeted with a red, velvet carpet. The walls had been cleaned and shined, and the window had been polished and draped with a thick, red curtain. A sleigh like bed had been placed in the middle of the room, set against the front wall. Two pillows, a sheet, and a comforter completed it. There was a small, four drawer dresser sitting diagonal in the right hand corner. A stand with a drawer sat on the right hand side of the bed. There was a small lamp set upon it.
Akea did not care much for light, but knew the one she was after would require it. He would not get much light, but it would be enough to keep him from going blind.
She smiled at the workers. "The room is perfect and you have done well."
The half breeds bowed to her. It thrilled them to no end whenever she praised them. They had worked hard on this room, and now that it was finished they could leave to do other things. Their queen dismissed them, and bowing again, they departed, each one going their own way.
Akea left the room after a few minutes. The longing she had for the blond boy was increasing within her. She had to have him as soon as possible. She returned to her throne room and sat down, and then called Sen and Kano.
They appeared and bowed to her. Neither spoke before the queen. For such action was considered rude in the House of Devi.
Akea spoke quickly. "You both know of my desire to have a concubine. Kano, you have done well in finding me all the information that I need to know. Sen, you have succeeded in placing Mia under our spell. But now the time has come. I decided I cannot wait another day. I must have him by tonight!"
Kano raised his hand for consent to speak, and Akea nodded her permission. "My queen, I have an idea. From what Sen has told me, the woman Mia is a professor at the university. Since Sen would have more control over the woman than I would, he could command her to bring your target there. I will hide myself in the bushes and then capture him for you when he is brought."
Akea grinned. The idea was splendid. She nodded her head and looked toward Sen. "Do you object?"
"No, your highness," Sen answered in that quiet tone of his. "I shall follow Kano's advice down to the letter."
"Good," Akea said. "You have your orders, now go."
The two half breeds vanished immediately.
Kaye sighed in bliss as she relaxed against Kento. The storm had passed when they had finished their love making and now she felt content and sleepy. Yet, at the same time she did not want to sleep. She wanted to cherish this moment beside her husband. Husband. The word still seemed foreign to her. In all her years she never dreamt she'd ever get married. And now, here she was.
Kento stared at the ceiling. He was almost in a daze, yet alert at the same time. Being with Kaye made him feel complete. And yet, he felt there was something missing. He knew they would return to Toyama in two weeks, and for a moment that concerned him. He finally realized what it was. "Hey, Kaye?"
"What is it, Kento?"
"What do you think about us getting our own place?"
Kaye sat up a bit more to look at him more fully. The idea of having their own place seemed enticing to her. She smiled as she nodded her head. "Kento, that would be great. We would definitely have our privacy then."
"We would," Kento agreed. "It would definitely be nice too." He stretched a bit and yawned. "When we go back, we'll wait a day, and then search."
Kaye smiled. "That's fine by me, Kento." She yawned as well and then laid back down. Together, they fell asleep in one another's arms.
Rowen looked up the moment the lights came back on. Everyone relaxed and Flash got up to take care of the candles. Outside it was dark and quiet. "Man, I'm glad that didn't last too long." He stood up and stretched.
"No kidding," Scorpio said as he yawned. "I'm in the mood for a game."
Rowen grinned at him. "Want to play chess?"
Scorpio made a face. "You'd probably beat me, but sure."
The two headed off to get the game of chess as Ryo turned the TV on. He didn't know why, but lately watching television was all he seemed to want to do. By rights he should have been doing something more constructive with his time. Oh well.
Cye yawned. He did not know why but he felt tired suddenly. It was only eight at night, and he wanted to sleep. He looked at the others. "I think I'm going to go upstairs and sleep."
Flash blinked at him. "This is rather early for you. Are you feeling okay?"
Cye nodded as he smiled a little. "I just need some sleep." And saying no more he headed up the stairs.
Flash watched him go, and then looked toward the TV. Something was on that caught her eye.
Mia watched Cye go up the stairs and sighed to herself. But then she winced. Her head suddenly began to hurt. She put a hand to it and winced again. Ryo looked at her in concern, but she waved a hand at him. It was probably a migraine.
Ryo frowned as he studied Mia, but then let it go. If she needed help, she'd ask.
Sen was in hiding somewhere out in the yard. He had focused upon Mia immediately, slowly taking over her mind. Mia was a familiar now, and it was time to activate it. He spoke to her directly, through her mind. 'Get the boy called Thunder and bring him to the university. His services to the great queen are required.'
He waited now. It seemed to be working. The woman's eyes were darkening slightly and she looked more relaxed. Time would give him more of a better answer, and so he waited patiently.
Mia blinked as her headache was gone. But now, she felt completely different. She felt stronger and more powerful. She smiled to herself. This new feeling was wonderful. And then she heard a message. Get Thunder. Yes. She would obey.
She stood up and immediately headed for the kitchen. He was in there just finishing up a meal he had cooked for himself. She studied him, wondering how to do this. But then an idea hit her.
"Hey, Thunder."
Thunder looked up as he finished the last of his meal. He was surprised she had come to him, and wondered if she needed his help with something. "Something wrong?"
"Oh no!" she assured him. "It's just that. Well, I forgot something at the university. I was wondering if you would like to come with me. The other guys are busy and I don't want to bother them."
Thunder blinked as the request focused into his mind. It was very unusual that she would ask for his help. But then he nodded as he stood up. "Sure. I'll come."
Mia smiled sweetly as she watched Thunder put his dishes into the sink. So far, her plan was working.
Kano waited within the bushes that surrounded the campus. He had seen a few people here and there, and had even managed to snag one and feast. That person was now dead and buried in the area behind him. He licked his fingers as a jeep pulled into one of the parking lots. He grinned. They had arrived.
Mia and Thunder got out of the jeep and headed toward the building after the vehicle was locked. The area was quiet, and semi lit which enabled them to make their way safely to the steps.
"I hope this doesn't take us long," Mia said when they ascended up the steps.
"If it does, it's no big deal," Thunder told her.
Mia nodded, but she glowered on the inside. To him it would be a big deal. From somewhere out in the yard, she sensed a powerful being nearby. Masculine within its scent, she knew the presence was here for Thunder.
Thunder suddenly stiffened as he felt the evil. He whirled around, his visible eye tracing every aspect of the campus. Mia noticed and frowned. So he knew. Oh well. She suddenly clutched him.
"Someone's here, aren't they?" she said in a shaky voice.
Thunder continued to search as he nodded. He needed to find out where so he could better defend himself and Mia. Just when he thought he homed in on the presence, something slammed into him, knocking him away from her.
"THUNDER!" Mia screamed as he fell down the stairs.
Thunder quickly got up as he grimaced. Whoever had attacked him packed quite a punch. He was suddenly struck again. Gritting his teeth, he decided he had had enough. The next attack came and he was ready. A round house kick connected with flesh.
Kano was surprised. How had the boy been able to hit him directly, and manage to cause some pain? But then he remembered. This was no ordinary human. He attacked again and again. The fight between human and half breed was intense. The boy was strong, and if he failed to bring him back Akea would be furious. There must be a way.
Kano maneuvered behind Thunder, hoping to knock him out that way. He was tempted to bite him, but he was certain Akea would not approve. She had made it clear the boy was to be hers alone.
Mia watched and grew concerned. But it was not for Thunder. She felt connected to the one who had attacked him, and felt his anxiety over capturing him. She did not want him to fail. Surely there was a way she could help him.
Looking around, she spotted a post in the ground. It appeared heavy and strong. Smiling to herself, she quickly went toward it. Arriving at it, she gripped it. It was unfeasible in how she had managed to gain so much strength, but she literally ripped the post directly from the ground as if merely picking up a pencil.
Mia glanced toward the assailant and Thunder. He must have caught her eye, because he was now taking the fight toward her. She grinned as she waited. Just when Thunder was close enough, she swung the post up and against the back of his head.
Thunder abruptly stopped fighting. He was aware of a great amount of pain, but was not aware of where it had come from. Darkness surrounded his vision and he dropped to the ground.
Kano stared down at the boy and then knelt to check him. He was unconscious. Feeling relieved, he reached into his coat and pulled out the necessities.
Mia threw the post down and sighed. That was too close. She watched the half breed as he bounded Thunder's arms and legs and gagged him. She felt something stir within her. "Since I have helped you, would you set me free?"
Kano looked at her when he placed Thunder over a shoulder. "I appreciate your help, but as I am not the one who seeped you, I cannot. Find the half breed known as Sen. Only he can set you free." And saying no more, Kano took flight with his captive.
A/N: I'm not sure what to think about this chapter to be honest. I probably could have added more or less to certain parts, but I can't focus on it directly. So I wrote what I could.
On another note, I've got some goods news. My characters the Warriors will become a published novel sometime in late April or early May. It will be available for sale at online stores. If you want to know more, drop me a PM.
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