Chapter 26 Revelations

As soon as Raidou had left the agency, he began to wonder if it was the right thing to do, so he asked Gouto his option.

"I think you were right to leave Narumi. He needs some time to clear his head. You heard him; he thinks this whole mess is his fault. He needs to realize that the one responsible is Lobo's master. Whoever he is." Gouto pointed out.

"I know but try telling that to Narumi." Raidou commented.

"Well you know how stubborn he can be. Just give him time." Gouto told him. With a nod, Raidou decided to start searching for Lobo's master. That's when it occurred to him that he didn't have to go looking for the dark summoner. The summoner would eventually come after him.

While Raidou waited for the summoner to make his move, Narumi woke up. For a moment he wasn't sure where he was and, finding himself sprawled on the couch, realized he must have dozed off. Or maybe I blacked out again. Sitting up, he rubbed at his eyes. At some point he had wound up on the couch but couldn't remember exactly how. He tried to think back to earlier but every time he tried, his head throbbed. Giving up with a sigh, he decided to make a cup of coffee. Maybe that would help. Putting on a pot of coffee, Narumi wandered over to the desk and sat down. Sitting at his desk, he tried to come up with a way to take his mind off of things. That's when he noticed a sheet of paper sticking out of the desk draw. Curious, Narumi pulled the paper out.

To Narumi, Raidou and Gouto,

If you're reading this our plan failed and I'm not with you guys. If that's the truth then don't worry about me, I'm fine. I know I won't be harmed but the same can't be said for you guys. So be careful but then I don't have to tell you that do I? Anyway, I just wanted to let you know that I hope you guys can stop both Lobo and his master, whoever that may be. I'm worried that what he has planned could destroy both worlds and possibly stop me from getting home. Sorry, now I sound really selfish don't I? Okay well just letting you guys know that I'll be fine. Take care of yourselves okay?

From Jean

After putting the letter down, Narumi shook his head. She's the one in harm's way and she's only concerned about us. That is one tough dame, he thought to himself. Narumi went to replace the letter in the draw when a note scrawled at the bottom caught his eye.

P.S There's another note for you Narumi and only you. Please read it if you get the chance. Check the draw again.

Curious, Narumi opened up the draw and searched around. That's when his hand closed on a single folded piece of paper. Grabbing it he carefully pulled it out and started to read.

To Narumi,

I see you found my note. Well obviously since you're reading this. Sorry getting back to what I wanted to tell you. How do I put this? I've realized something and it's this. I may not be the same person you knew if you do find me and that's what worries me the most. I know that I wouldn't willingly go along with a madman's plans so he may use a demon's spell to control me somehow. It that's true, it won't be me anymore. I don't mean to sound horrible but I may end up hurting you or Raidou. When, and I'm sure I will happen, I do you'll have to stop me. All I can say is that I'm sorry. That's all I can say. That and one more thing. Remember this as it might be the only chance to bring me back.

Goodbye for now

Jean

Narumi looked over that the letter again and couldn't believe what she had written at the bottom.

"She does love me. Why didn't she say something before?" Narumi said in disbelief. It was at that moment that the phone rang. Dropping the note, Narumi grabbed the phone.

"Hello?' He said and was surprised to hear Raidou's voice on the other end.

"It's about Jean. Meet me at the Nameless shrine in Shinoda." He said then the line went dead.

"What's going on? Hey Raidou? Hello?" Narumi spoke into the receiver but Raidou was already gone.

Putting the receiver back, Narumi grabbed his hat and shoes. Steeling himself, he raced for the door. I hope I'm not walking into a trap, he thought to himself. Wouldn't be the first time though.

End of chapter 26