Disclaimer: ...refer to beginning. :)

Authors Note: This chapter's dedicated to all you lovers, all those with broken hearts, all those with mending hearts, all those who have lost and learned to love again, all those who are still searching for love and all those who are ignorant of love. A few days early, but Happy Valentines Day.

To my partner: To me you are worth fighting for. I adore you. :)

And now we continue to the story...

In an instant there was a searing pain in the back of her head causing her to groan and grimace in pain as she utter the person's name that was currently holding her protectively, "Shizuru."

Shizuru held her tightly, suddenly aware of Natsuki's body going lax in her arms. Unsure as to what was currently going on, Shizuru in a calm reassuring tone answered, "You're alright Natsuki. I'm right here, and I'm not letting go until you tell me too."

Suddenly the door to their cart opened and in barged Nao who was frantically cursing, "What the fuck, pup. Why didn't you blast this fucker's brains out? Do you have any idea how close he was to blowing both of your brains along with this hostage? If I didn't have a clear shot at the last possible moment you two would be fucking dead."

Nao stood up after checking on the perpetrator who she confirmed was dead and the hostage whom had passed out, for any injuries. She looked up and was about to continue persecuting Natsuki when Shizuru twirled her head slightly to the side and glared at Nao sending a shiver down her spine before stating, "You have our gratitude Nao. Natsuki is not faring well at the moment. I believe the scenario of this incident is too similar to the last incident which might have affected Natsuki's performance."

Nao swallowed, and for the first time she was truly fearful of Shizuru, "Yeah, sure thing Fujino. We're about to reach the destination. When we do I'll get this cleared up and you take care of the pup. I'll call headquarters and let them know of the situation."

Not a moment later the train came to an abrupt stop. Unbeknownst to the group of passengers leaving to and from, a cloaked figure jumped off the roof of the train disappearing into the crowd.

Shizuru moved Natsuki to the closes seat and allowed her to sit down as she knelt down in front of the younger girl. Unsure of the pain Natsuki was currently going through, Shizuru gently lifted Natsuki's chin so that they were looking at one another. Natsuki had her eyes closed tight, the pain in her head felt like an explosion, with every pulsation of her heart it quickly intensified. Natsuki groaned causing Shizuru to grimace in annoyance by her lack of ability to do anything to help her lover.

"Natsuki," Shizuru softly whispered before asking, "Tell me where it hurts?"

Her breathing becoming heavier by the minute Natsuki softly uttered, "My head feels like it's going to explode, Shizuru. What….. happened? You okay…..and Nao?"

Shizuru taking this opportunity to help Natsuki lie down on the seats answered, "Shh… Natsuki needs to lie down. Nao killed the perpetrator, and the hostage is safe. She's being seen by medical personnel right now. Nao is taking care of everything. Natsuki just needs to worry about resting."

Natsuki nodded in understanding and cried out in agony, a flash of image appearing before her eyes causing her to gasp, "Shizuru…"

Shizuru soothed Natsuki as best as she could running a hand through Natsuki's hair which was slowly getting sticky and wet from the sweat on Natsuki's forehead as she answered, "I'm right here, it's okay. I'm not going anywhere."

An intense flash of pain shot through her head and she opened her eyes, crying out as tears rolled down her cheeks. Natsuki stammered in ragged breathes, "Why… Why do you look so torn, and in so much pain, as though I died, Shizuru. When… when did I hurt you so badly? What… What did I do?"

Shizuru pulled Natsuki into in embrace soothing Natsuki, "Shh… My Natsuki is just having a bad dream. Natsuki has always been there protecting me."

Natsuki managed to coarsely reply, "I hurt….Shizuru. Sorry Shi…" Before the depths of darkness consumed her.

Shizuru exhaled a breath of exasperation shaking her head softly, "I should be the one apologizing Natsuki. You don't deserve what I've put you through. " As she was about to continue speaking, Nao entered out of breathe, "Everything alright, I heard Natsuki scream?"

Shizuru laid Natsuki on the seat and stood up, "She passed out, but for the moment that's all I know. Natsuki needs a doctor."

Nao nodded, "The train departs in 10. Medical transportation will be there ready to escort the pup back to headquarters. Don't worry Fujino, the pups a fighter."

Shizuru shook her head, "She's recalling certain memories. "

Nao muttered in shock, "The pup remembers."

Shizuru sighed unsure of how to explain things, "It's complicated, Nao. I only hope Natsuki can forgive me for what I've done."

Nao scoffed, "Look Fujino, now is not the time to get all fucked up. If Natsuki's going to be pissed she's going to be pissed at everyone not just you. We all fucking lied to her and if she can't for the love of everyone figure out that we were trying to help her… well then that's the pup for you and all you can do is ride it out or be there for her when she needs you."

Shizuru couldn't help but mentally nodded in agreement, Natsuki needs me now more than ever. I can wait to handle her wrath after she's healthy. She exhaled a breath she didn't realize she had been holding and casually thanked Nao, "Nao is very consoling when she's not being a…"

Nao interrupted rather quickly, "Let's not go there now shall we Fujino, cause I can say some scary shit about you as well."

Shizuru only chuckled before sitting down on the seat not currently occupied by Natsuki. Carefully she positioned Natsuki's head onto her lap. Nao came back in and handed her a wet cloth, "For the pup."

Shizuru smirked, "Is Nao sure she doesn't want me to finish that remark."

Nao just huffed and went about her duties leaving the two of them alone. Due to the incapacitation of her team members at the moment, Nao was left with checking the passengers for proper identification and didn't have time to waste.

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"You will be sent back to Earth by weeks end and will be tried there on charges of attempted murder." He calmly stated while remaining vigilante in her presence.

She stood up and slammed her hand on the desk rattling the chains cuffing her hands, "Look I'm telling you guys the fucking truth. I didn't come here to kill Shizuru. I wouldn't do anything to fucking hurt her. Someone's been hired to eliminate her and you fuck faces can't seem to comprehend that I'm not the one. I'm trying to fucking assist you incompetent people."

He calmly grabbed the chair in front of him and sat down. In a stern, threateningly, calm way he stated, "I don't know what your business on Mars is, but from what my informants tell me you've been in a few situations in which you have personally threatened the life of Miss Fujino and Miss Kuga who is at the moment her personal guard. You were discharged due to an incident pertaining to Miss Fujino's welfare, so explain to me why I should believe you. For all I know you could be the hired assassin sent to kill her."

Tomoe in anger stood up and was in the process of grabbing Yamada's collar when the two were interrupted with a knock. Yamada quickly stood up as another guard who was in the room grabbed Tomoe by the shoulder pulling and shoving her roughly back in her seat.

Yamada upon receiving the news of the recent incident, turned to Tomoe briefly before addressing the guard, "Take her back to her cell. Make sure she's taken care of until the departure date."

Tomoe stood up flabbergasted as Yamada left the room. With one last attempt she yelled, "I know who the assassin is. Just fucking hear me out will you."

Yamada currently preoccupied with the predicament that had just arisen didn't hear her plea. Within 15 minutes he had reached his destination. Outside the patience's room Nao was pacing back and forth and Shizuru was sitting down calmly in a seat sipping on tea, her expression unreadable. Nao upon seeing who had arrived quickly went to discuss the incident with him, leaving Shizuru to her thoughts.

A moment later the doctor came out causing Shizuru to stand and diverting Nao and Yamada's attention towards him as he spoke, "She's stable and should be fine. All of you should be aware that this incident triggered some of her more recent memories. There doesn't seem to be any other side effects pertaining to her health, that I'm aware of. However, I can't guarantee that she will be able to function at full capacity."

Nao shocked asked, "What the fuck do you mean doc?"

Shizuru took over this opportunity to explain the situation as she had somewhat realized it on the trip back to the station, "The doctor is implying that Natsuki might not be able to handle her duties at full capacity anymore, due to the damaged she sustained after the field incident where she shot herself."

Nao clinched her fist in anger, "So that's it huh. Do you have any fucking idea how devastated Kuga's going to be once she learns she's incompetent as a elite."

The doctor cleared his throat, "It's best if at the moment we refrain from telling this information to the patient."

Nao and Shizuru uttered in unison, Shizuru being a little bit calmer in tone, "What?"

The doctor quickly explained, "Kuga's brain is rather fragile at the moment. She just recalled a very dramatic incident in which she nearly took her own life to protect her comrades. It would be very unwise to cause more strain to her state of mind, especially if she hasn't fully dealt with the incident. The outcome if we do so, even I don't know what might happen. In the mean time she's resting. If you'd like to visit her you can but she might be unresponsive."

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Flashback (Natuski's Memory)

She had made her decision, and there was no one who could stop her, not until she heard her name from a voice that sounded all too familiar. She shook her head, her eyelids tightly closed, as she tried rationalizing, It can't be Shizuru, she's far from here back on earth. It's best that I do this quickly. I have to remain focus or I could miss. Focus Kuga, Focus. Again she heard her name called out. Natuski was hesitant, wavering, hoping yet dreading what she was going to see when she opened her eyes. Again Shizuru's voice pleaded, for her not to do what she was about to do, unaware of the situation they were in. There was a grip of fear slowly intertwining itself within Natsuki's chest suffocating her, as the pleading continued. Natsuki unable to maintain focus opened her eyes and before her stood Shizuru who looked at her with overwhelming emotions. Natsuki slowly blinked her mind racing, How can this be, she shouldn't be here? Why is she soo sad, so afraid? What is it Shizuru, what is it that made you come here? Why did you follow me?

Natsuki could tell Shizuru was trying to remain calm, but she knew and heard it in Shizuru's voice when Shizuru spoke that she was far from calm, "Natsuki, please you don't have to do that, there must be another way. If we hurry we can do something. Please, Natsuki there has to be another way."

Natsuki could hear others pleading and she was wavering, but deep down she knew, she knew that her decision was the sound one. She chuckled when she heard Nao cussing. She found it ironic that she was surrounded by people who she had tried avoiding, tried not to hurt, tried to protect, and they were all telling her not to do what she was about to do.

Taking a deep breath Natsuki exclaimed, "Enough, we all know this is the only way. I don't know when it's going to detonate. There is no other way."

Natsuki saw Shizuru slowly approach her and she yelled, "Stop Shizuru! Please, don't make this any harder than it already is." And then Natsuki saw it, the anguish, hurt, pain, and suffering flood Shizuru's face. "I'm sorry Shizuru, forgive me for hurting you."

Natsuki pressed the gun back onto her nape and exhaled when Shizuru responded, "I should be the one apologizing Natsuki, I was a coward, too afraid to get hurt again and in doing so I hurt you. I was a fool to almost let someone as wonderfully beautiful as you walk out of my life. Please don't let it end like this Natsuki. I love you Natsuki, don't leave me alone, not when I finally found you."

Natsuki took a deep breath, when she realized tears were rolling down her cheek, she calmed her heart down and she smiled at Shizuru, "This is the only way. I love you too, Shizuru. If we get a chance to be with each other again, maybe it's for the best if..." Natsuki softly shook her head before pulling the trigger. The pain was brief as she felt herself falling to the ground and for a moment she thought she heard Shizuru cry out when the darkness completely encompassed her.

End flashback

Natsuki blinked and tried to focus on the ceiling above her, her mind overwhelming her with questions. No matter how hard she tried to focus her vision, it was continuously blurred. Taking her right hand she lifted it and went to rub her eyes clear when it dawned on her she was crying. Natsuki asked out of the blue to no one in particular, "Why am I crying?"

Natsuki turned her head when she felt someone grab her left hand into the palms of their hands. "Natsuki," the voice pleaded slightly afraid, dreading the response that was about to come.

"Shizuru," Natsuki exclaimed, then asked, "Why did I leave you? Why did I hurt you? What happened? What are we to each other? What's going on? Why did you come find me?"

"Shhh…" Shizuru pleaded, "Natsuki is not well and should not think so much."

Natsuki raised her right hand and cupped Shizuru's cheek, "We are not engaged are we, Shizuru?" Natsuki saw Shizuru nod once and she felt a tension squeezing her heart causing her to flinch as she replied, "I see. Can you tell me about our relationship then please?"

Shizuru couldn't refuse that request as she felt she was responsible for placing Natsuki in her current condition. Shizuru explained their situation as best as she could to Natsuki leaving out Ahn and the bigger problem. Natsuki nodded once or twice in understanding throughout the course of the explanation and never once interrupted Shizuru. When Shizuru was finally done explaining the situation Natsuki stated, "I apologize Shizuru for placing you in danger. For hurting you as deeply as I did, and I hope one day you can forgive me."

Shizuru shook her head and brought Natsuki's left hand up to her lips kissing it as she answered, "There is no need for an apology Natsuki. I did not understand Natsuki's feelings as she did not understand my feelings and due to our lack of understanding and communication we caused one another pain."

Natsuki closed her eyes and upon opening it she removed her right hand from Shizuru's cheek and placed it on top of Shizuru's hands before stating, "Shizuru I think it's best if I remain your protector and only your protector. I cannot protect you if I am compromised. Forgive me for allowing this to get carried as far as it did and I will accept any punishment for my misbehavior."

Shizuru gripped Natsuki's hand tightly and gritted her teeth feeling her chest tighten, her mind finally concluding, This is it,this is where we stop… If only…no… this is what Natsuki wants, as she answered, "No punishment is necessary Natsuki. It was my own fault for allowing things to progress as far as it did." Before Natsuki could reply Shizuru added, "I will be leaving in a few days, but since Natsuki is still not well, Nao will return back to Earth with me. Natsuki can follow when she feels healthier."

Natsuki sat up abruptly catching Shizuru off guard as she stated, "I will return back to earth with you, as it is my responsibility as your protector. The doctor said I should be able to leave at days end."

Shizuru took a deep breath her mind racing, You're not fully well yet Natsuki. It's best if you just stay. I don't know what's going to happen if you find out that you might no longer be capable of protecting anyone let alone yourself. I was a fool.. perhaps we're all fools, as she was about to protest Natsuki proclaimed, "It's best if you don't try stopping me Shizuru, you are my charge and my life is expendable and I..."

Before Natsuki could finish her statement Shizuru stood up and quickly turned away before Natsuki could see the tears flowing down her cheeks as she harshly stated, "Natsuki is an idiot."

Natsuki went to grab at Shizuru's shirt feeling the tension on her heart continue to tighten as she stated, "Shizuru." However, before she could grab onto the shirt Shizuru departed the room, causing her to crumble into her own lap, her mind in agony, I'm sorry Shizuru, but this is for the best, please try to understand. I can't protect you and keep you safe if I'm compromised. I love you...but I don't want to lose you or hurt you anymore.

Nao was on her way to see Natsuki when she bumped into Shizuru. She was about to ask where Shizuru was going in a hurry, but abruptly stop when she noticed the tears. Unsure what to say or do she stood there dumbly until Shizuru rounded a corner and disappeared from sight. Quickly composing herself she opened the door to Natsuki's room and exclaimed, "What the fuck happened pup?"

Natsuki sat up and looked at Nao stating, "It's for the best."

Nao stalked over towards Natsuki and slammed her hands onto the bed, "What's for the best pup? Fujino was fucking crying when I passed her in the corridor. What the fuck did you say to her?"

Natsuki stared blankly at the wall, "I told her it was best for us if I just remain her protector and we should stop whatever it was that was happening."

Natsuki wasn't expecting it and Nao just couldn't hold back. Nao swung a fist and connected with Natsuki's cheek, causing Natsuki to fall sideways on the bed. Natsuki quickly recovered and glared at Nao as she cursed, "What the fuck is your problem Nao? You have no idea how hard it is to love someone you have to protect. You have no idea how fucking hard or how much it hurts to love someone."

Nao yelled, "No one said love was going to be a walk in the park fucking pup. You're a fucking coward."

Natsuki grabbed Nao by her shirt and pulled her in close stating, "You have no idea the pain love brings Nao, because you wouldn't know you fucking spider."

Nao slapped Natsuki's hands away from her and she sighed before plopping her self onto the side of Natsuki's bed calmly stating, "I may not know what it's like, never having gone through it myself, but nothing in life is easy, and if it were then life wouldn't necessarily be worth living because nothing would mean anything."

Natsuki cursed, "What the fuck are you on now?"

"Just shut up and listen damn fucking pup." Nao stated before explaining, "It's true no one ever tells you how hard love is. It's true no one tells you it's a lot of work to be in a relationship. It's true no one ever tells you how painful it can be, but let me just ask you this. Is it worth it in the end, to fight for her. To be with her, to spend time with her, to grow with her and experience something very few ever do and what some would spend their whole life searching for. A love so strong that it makes others cry when they see it. Because it goes beyond perfection and molds into a beam of hope for those like us who have given up on such a thing."

Natsuki burst out in laughter, "Wow I didn't expect this from you. I was thinking it was Midori who would be giving me this lecture about love. "

Nao slightly flustered turned around and punched Natsuki on the shoulder, "So what the fuck are you going to do pup or are you going to keep running for the rest of your fucking life because you're afraid of getting hurt."

Natsuki turned away, "You don't understand anything Nao. Yeah you talk like you know what's going on, but you don't know what it's like. To feel these emotions you've never felt, to not have control over your own thoughts. To not know who you are and why you are the way you are over someone. It scares the fuck out of me because I don't know what my actions could be if anything ever happens to her, or if I lost her."

Nao sighed, "Then grow."

Natsuki slightly lost cursed, "What the fuck are you talking about. Be more specific you philosophical nut case."

Nao exhaled, "Grow with her you dumb shit. Accept your irrational emotions, comprehend them to the extent that you know what causes them to flair and talk to her pup. Communication, listening and understanding are the key to a relationship. Oh and almost forgot honesty, trust, patience, forgiveness. Thinking about it now, I'm glad I'm not in your shoe. It's so fucking complex."

Natsuki sighed, "It's easier said than done."

Nao shrugged, "Well it's not my problem, and it's yours. I was also thinking maybe you just need to get laid."

This time Natsuki hit Nao in the shoulder exclaiming, "Fuck off."

"Still touchy about the subject I see. Well if you ever need some advice you know where to find me." Chuckled Nao as she stood up.

"You are wise to leave before I kill you," Natsuki stated as she watched Nao walk to the door, but before she left Nao turned around and smiled, "I know I'm wiser than you pup, but you don't have to get all mushy on me. A simple thank you will suffice."

Before Natsuki could reply Nao darted from the room, causing Natsuki to slump back into her bed. It was going to be a long trip back to earth.

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Natsuki was pacing back and forth in her room. The group would be departing back to Earth today, and for the past few days since her release from the medical wards she had avoided Shizuru, unsure of how to approach her due to the incident that had occurred. She took a deep breath and internally rationalized her situation, Toughen up Kuga you have a job to do. Your task is too see to it that Shizuru is safe, that's it. Focus on that task and everything will be fine. She grabbed what little she had brought with her which was but a bag filled with a weeks worth of clothes and her gun which she quickly placed into its holster that was situated on her right thigh. Taking one final look to make sure she had all her gear she turned around and was in the process of reaching out for the doorknob when the door swung open, hitting her straight in the face. She grabbed her nose in pain and cursed out loud. Upon hearing a laughter from the other side of the door she immediately knew who the culprit was, "For fuck sake don't you know how to fucking knock. You could've broken my nose damn spider."

"Oh, pup it's just a little bruise. Besides you'll live. I've come to fetch you since you seem to be taking your sweet ass time. Truth be told Fujino was worried, so hurry the fuck up already or are you still mopping around in agony over a little smack to the face." Nao stated jokingly already knowing full well that Natsuki should've been able to dodge that let alone realize someone was at the door. In that instant she knew her hands would be full, and she was starting to dread the trip back to earth as she could feel that it was going to be anything but uneventful.

When the two reached the entrance of the building Shizuru was standing outside waiting for them. Before Natsuki could grab the handle of the door, Nao pulled her back quickly asking, "So did you two kiss and make up?"

Natsuki sighed wishing that Nao had not brought up the question. Nao upon seeing the expression in Natsuki's face quickly blurted, "What the fuck pup?"

Natsuki pulled her hand away from Nao and straightened herself up, "Look I can handle this, just fuck off and let me do my job. Besides it's none of your fucking business."

Nao was about to retort when the door opened and Shizuru walked in nonchalantly stating, "It would seem my task was easier than I thought. Shall we head out as the time of departure is soon approaching."

Natsuki casually replied, "We're taking the military transport so the trip will be shorter and majority of the passengers will be military personnel or related to."

Shizuru simply nodded and watched as Nao scoffed, "Sure thing pup, sure thing." Shizuru suddenly realizing the tension surrounding the three of them casually asked, "I do not appreciate being left in the dark, if there is something that pertains to me, you should just tell me."

Nao gritted her teeth then exhaled, "Nothings fucking wrong Fujino, nothing at all. I'll see you at the port pup."

Natsuki nodded in response and watched as Nao stomped off peeved. She turned around to address Shizuru when Shizuru beat her to the punch, "Kuga I suggest we be on our way."

Natsuki sighed, "Natsuki."

"Pardon," Shizuru asked confused. Natsuki inhaled then calmly explained, "Look Shizuru, just call me Natsuki, okay."

Natsuki watched Shizuru and upon receiving a nod from Shizuru, she inwardly smiled slightly happy that they would still be on a first name basis. Natsuki quickly stiffened upon seeing Shizuru step towards her and with a handkerchief in her right hand Shizuru, placed it on Natsuki's nose. Natsuki in a state of turmoil, unable to react only watched on in shock, when Shizuru said, "Natsuki should stop thinking perverted thoughts, as I only have this one handkerchief on me."

Natsuki's mind went into overdrive, Perverted thoughts, what the hell is she talking about. Taking her hand she grabbed the handkerchief from Shizuru's hand and suddenly realized that there was blood on there. It then dawned on her and she quickly placed the handkerchief back on her nose, feeling the heat on her face knowing full well she was blushing, Natsuki turned away and exclaimed, "I was not thinking perverted thoughts. That fucking Nao slammed the door on my face."

Shizuru inwardly smiled, Atleast I can still rile up my Natsuki. Perhaps this trip back won't be as depressing as I thought. Then decided to test the waters a little bit more, "In that case Natsuki should let me tend to her wound."

Natsuki stiffened and with a quick reply, "I'm fine Shizuru, besides we should be going," and quickly existed the building, walking off towards the vehicle.

Shizuru softly chuckled but inwardly sighed, Will I always be looking at your back Natsuki or walking in front of you. Will there be no more of us walking side by side. Shizuru was taken away from her thoughts when someone cleared their throat. Quickly she turned around and was a bit surprised to see Yamada standing there.

Yamada looked on to where Natsuki was and calmly said, "It is not my place to ask a civilian, but you are not just any normal civilian. Natsuki is hard headed, high strung, overly protective and stubborn. Yet, she is fragile and at the moment very vulnerable. I have asked her to stay but she will not head my words." Yamada took a deep breath and was about to continue when Shizuru interrupted him, "Do not worry, I will look after Natsuki. I only wish I could do more for her, but for now all I can do is try my best to protect her, from myself and those who are trying to eliminate me. I apologize that I have placed your niece in this position."

Yamada shook his head, "You should not apologize Miss. Fujino. I have not seen her in this state of happiness before. This is all new to her and you'll just have to give her time to work things out. She is a little thick headed so you might have to push her a little before she realizes certain thing."

Shizuru smiled, "Indeed." And upon seeing Natsuki wave towards her to hurry up she courteously bowed her head to Yamada, "I thank you for your hospitality during my stay and I will do my best to keep Natsuki safe."

Yamada nodded, "I expect a message from the two of you upon your arrival back on earth. You are always more than welcome to come visit us, Miss. Fujino."

Shizuru slightly tilted her head in a nod and quickly turned around leaving the building to join up with Natsuki. Yamada continued watching the two interact before they entered the vehicle, departing the compounds of the organization. As he watched the inflowing and out-flowing traffic he could only hope that things would work themselves out.

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At the same time at the outer corner of the First District facility a military personnel's dead body was being dragged into a near by bush. A few minutes later someone re-emerged wearing the dead person's military uniform. The individual without causing any suspicion walked casually towards the entrance leading to the holding cell. Adjusting the cap securely on top of their head covering their forehead and eyes, the killer approached the entrance and upon being asked, "Are you with prisoner transportation?" The killer nodded and the man guarding the entrance replied, "Well hurry the hell up, they're about to head out."

"Which way?" The killer casually asked.

"Damn rookie," The entrance guard stated prior to giving the directions, "Head straight towards the entrance then take a left and the vehicle should be there. They just left with the prisoner about five minutes ago so if you hurry up you'll most likely not get scolded for being late."

The killer simply nodded and quickly left, not wanting to draw anymore attention. Upon reaching the vehicle, the killer walked around to the side where there was a small visible window and poked her head to see the prisoner. Realizing that the prisoner was indeed sitting in the vehicle the killer spoke, "I look forward to our trip back to Earth my dear Tomoe. How I have waited to spend some time with you. Please wait just a little bit longer and we can be together again."

Tomoe who was irritated that no one was willing to listen to her at all, sudden went rigid upon hearing the remarks. She quickly stood up and rammed her self towards the side of the vehicle where the killer had spoken and started yelling, "She's here, fucking bloody damn stupid, ignorant people. The killer is here."

Her hollering had attracted a few of the guards who were escorting her to the military transporter ship. One guard slammed a fist against the side of the vehicle, "Shut up ya lunatic. If it were up to me I would've shot you a long time ago. Be thankful you're getting sent back to Earth for trial."

Tomoe hollered in anger, "Look here fuck face, I'm telling you the fucking truth. Shizuru and her damn stupid body guard are in danger."

Another fist slammed the vehicle, "If I hear another word about Kuga and Fujino I will personally tranquilize you. You won't even feel a thing until you're back on earth. So quit your bitching."

Realizing she wasn't going to be heard, she sat back down and started to plan a means of escape. She knew who the killer was and she had an idea of what was going to happen. She could care less about Kuga, but she wouldn't be able to forgive herself if something was to happen to Shizuru.

The guard tapped the vehicle giving it the okay to head out. The four escorts got into the vehicle and drove off in the direction of the military port. One of the escorts was looking forward to what awaited her, while the other three were just hoping nothing would happen during their escort. Little did they know that this trip might be their last trip.

to be continued...

Hopefully you all enjoyed this chapter. Given this chapter was not all happy, but this is where the statement, "If it's worth fighting for..." comes in to play. Sometimes we don't realize what's worth fighting for until we've lost it. Only then do we start fighting for it, hoping that we can still attain what it is we've lost and not loose it completely. And if that does happen we can only hope to learn and grow from it.

The end is nearing soon so bare with me as I get the rest of the chapters down and posted.

Until next time: Love can only blossom if you allow it to blossom. If you try to contain it, it'll whither and die.