Chapter 20: Calm before the storm

"We found him" said one of the subordinates as he burst into the hospital.

Everyone looked back in shock, Gokudera was the first to get up and question the man.

"Where?!" questioned Gokudera, his hand shaking as he pinned the man to the wall

"Gokudera" interrupted Reborn as he separated the two, mostly for the subordinate safety

As everything finally got settled down the man began to explain the situation to them. Apparently the ninth had ask for assistance from Verde and Viper to help find Tsuna or anything that could tell them exactly where he's at. It was when Verde hacked into the satellite system did he found an aerial view of Tsuna with an unknown woman possibly associated with the man.

They ran her face through every system they could think of legal and illegal system they could think of, but nothing showed up. It's possible that the man assigned that women to Tsuna to keep a close eye on him in case if anything happens. Whether she has any combat experience remains unanswered since they they'll be a fool to think that she's harmless. As the saying goes 'never judge a book by it's cover.'

Another thing that was somewhat troubling to Reborn and the guardians was how Tsuna was just out wandering the island. From his facial expression he seemed completely relax and off guard, as if it was any other normal day. This lead to Reborn speculating the chance of memory loss.

The chances of Tsuna having memory loss troubled the guardians greatly. Not only will he not recognize them but when they invade the island to rescue him Tsuna will most likely think they are the real enemy. If that happens they then there is two likely outcome, one, Tsuna will run away from them, two, Tsuna will fight back and defend the man who was the real enemy.

Everything was quiet for awhile, the ice was then broken when Ryohei stirred from his slumber. Everyone was surprise, they had all expected Ryohei to remain unconscious for possibly weeks at a time. Even Shamal said that it will take a bit of time for Ryohei to heal and even more time to awaken.

"Water" muttered Ryohei under his breath

Chrome was the first to gently lift Ryohei up and give him some water. After Ryohei quench his thirst he looked around his room. He smiled sluggishly when he saw that everyone was in his room. Even the antisocial Hibari himself was there along with Reborn who he thought was still in Italy.

"This is extremely unexpected" said Ryohei surprised before coughing into his sleeve

"You mustn't push yourself too hard, you just woke up" said Chrome as she gently pat Ryohei back

Thanking Chrome for her kindness Ryohei then turned to Reborn. With a calm, strong voice he asked Reborn what was going Ryohei will want to be apart of their conversation even though he just woke up, after all he is Tsuna's guardian and close friend. Reborn began to explain everything to Ryohei he even stopped every once and awhile to make sure Ryohei was following along while. Throughout the whole conversation Ryohei remained silent making sure not to miss a single detail.

It was no surprise that when Reborn finish speaking Ryohei automatically said that he was joining them to rescue Tsuna. Logically any normal person will refuse Ryohei request saying that he still needs to continue to rest but it was the fire in Ryohei eyes that made Reborn think otherwise. Sighing Reborn agreed to let Ryohei come along, with that he announce that they all need to prepare because they will depart in the next 48 hours.

"Now that everything is settled" began Reborn, " Everyone, prepare and get some rest because once we leave we have only one objective. Rescue Tsuna."

Every guardian nodded in approval. They will save Tsuna no matter what it takes. With their Dying Will.

X-x-x-x-x-x-x

(2 days later)

Every guardian woke up bright and early and showed up to their destination with Reborn there already waiting for them.

"Everyone is here?" confirmed Reborn before continuing, "Before we leave I want to make one thing clear. When you are fighting with the enemy do not hesitate. Strike as if intent to kill. Remember this, one mistake will and can cost you greatly. When you strike do not miss. When you dodge don't let them hit you. And one last thing, try your damn hardest to stay alive. I won't accept anything less from you all."

After Reborn speech they all aboard the Vongola private jet. Taking off they head to where the big battle will take place. Hours past until they were in site of the island. Preparing to land the jet suddenly started to shake violently. The guardians quickly grabbed to the closest item in order not to fall.

"We've been hit" announced the pilot over the intercom, "Preparing for emergency landing."

Trying to land the plan was no easy feat for the pilot, not only was the jet in serious condition but there was no place for the plane to land safely either. Everything was going fine when he decided to land the jet on the sands of the beach until a flash blinded the pilot and he once again lost control of the jet.

Getting hit by another high caliber attack caused the jet to be torn apart which lead to everyone inside the jet to be thrown off the jet. Thankfully due to quick thinking on Reborn part they manage to have parachutes for each of the guardian. The only problem was now was that they had all scattered all over the island.

X-x-x-x-x-x-x-x

(Hour before the jet explosion)

"Master," Abie announced at the foot of Ramon office, "the intruders will be arriving soon"

"Yes, I notice" answered Ramon, "and of the preparations?"

"They are currently being put into place"

"And the elite group"

"Ready for you to give the word"

"What of my Angel?"

"Currently in his room for his safety, also in case of the worst scenario we have an escape route ready for him along with some combat maids to aid his escape"

"In moments like these I would like for either you or I to be close by his side but I fear that I will need to personally fight these intruders while you command the elite group."

"Worry not Master, I had personally trained and assigned these two maids for situation like these."

"I trust your judgement, Abie"

"Thank you master"

Dismissing Abie to go deploy the elite group Ramon made his way to Tsuna's room. When he arrived he notice the two maids that Abie mention already there outside the door ready to be introduce to Tsuna. When they notice him they both immediately bow in respect.

The two maids were twins if Ramon remembered correctly, while both had the same face structure, bright blue eyes,and jet black hair they both had different hair length. One maid had shoulder length hair while the others hair reach all the way to her thighs and curled at the end.

When opening the door he was greeted with Tsuna looking out the window in a daze. Feeling another presence enter the room Tsuna turned to see who it was. Seeing that it was Ramon he happily went over to greet him.

"Nii-san" said Tsuna happily as he gave Ramon a big hug, "I thought you were working?"

Accepting the hug he then sat Tsuna down on the bed, "My Angel"

"Yes"

"The bad people are almost here and they're here to take you away from me"

Tsuna gasp in shock, "But what are you going to do and Abie? Where is she?"

"Abie and I are going to confront the intruders, along with a few others. That's why I want you to say here where it's safe. Abie assigned these two to protect you while we're away."

With Ramon signal the two maids came into the room. Both bow their head respect and then formally introduce themselves.

"Good Evening Angel-sama" they both said in perfect union

"My name is Avery" The twin with the short hair said

"My name is Evelyn" said the other twin

They both smile gently to Tsuna. Looking at them carefully Tsuna decided that they were not bad people he didn't know what it was but something told him he could trust them.

"Hello" Tsuna answered politely, "I'll be in your care"

Ramon bid Tsuna farewell and told him that whatever happens to listen to any instructions that the twins give.

X-x-x-x-x-x

Abie was quickly walking toward the west wing of the house, a place where Tsuna was not able to go. No longer wearing her maid outfit she now wore a white tank top, black pants, and a pair of black combat boots. Her hair was loosely braided along her back.

She no longer gave off the sweet, soft, and motherly demeanor that she gave off when she with Tsuna. She now gave off pride and authority. She had to after all the elite group are not an easy group to handle for an average person. Then again she was the one that personally train every single one of them.

Arriving to her destination she took a deep breath and finally opened the double doors. What awaited her was the elite group. 5 to be exact. Ryuu who was in sitting in the far back in the room had a fiery attitude but was extremely loyal to a fault. Then there was Lucas who was sitting right beside Aira, although they're not twins nor bear any resemblance with each other they are always seen with each other. Everyone has taken to call them the inseparable duo. Lastly Siliva and Theoron, out of everyone they are the strongest in the elite group next to Abie who was the leader.

"What's our status" Began Abie

"Intruders are approximately 45 minutes until they are in view of the island" informed Aira

"What of the preparations?"

"Ready to be put into action" included Lucas

"Good, Ryuu, you know what to do right?" asked Abie

"Blow it up and separated all of them" answered Ryuu

Nodding Abie the turned to leave the room. Everyone knew what to do, everything was going according to plan. Abie felt a small tug in her heart, she wanted to see Tsuna but now was not the time to get distracted. Taking a deep breath she pushed forward with everyone else following closely behind.

"Everyone dispatch," order Abie

"YES"

(A/N): I feel the ending coming soon for this story. I estimate about 3-4 more chapter left now. How do you feel about the new characters that showed up? I'll give them more personality when they are fighting later in this story. Exams are coming soon so anyone who's still in school I wish ya'll the best of luck and good luck studying for them, I don't know about you guys but I take mine in the beginning of June.