Hello everyone, aikoojamajo is back in the house! I hope you guys enjoy this fic. I apologize for the story might take a lot of chapters. I am an incoming fourth year high school student so I need to take reviews and such so the update might be a bit too slow. I need to study a lot! The biggest lie a teacher says is that we will use all of the things we have studied in our future life. "All"? I think they meant "some".
Sorry if some of the characters are not the usual like Kagura being so beautiful and all, but the personality will still be the same. I will try my best to portray them perfectly/ make them in character! In this fic, Kamui never left Kagura-chan, okay?
Disclaimer: Do I have to say it? Gintama is not mine. It belongs to the great Sorachi-sama but this fic is mine! Sora-sama, you did a great job!
Chapter I
"Girls work on their looks but not their minds because they know boys are stupid, not blind."
.
..
…
The stars sparkled beautifully in space as cerulean eyes scanned the wonderful scenery with admiration. In a spaceship that floated near an unknown planet, a lady in a red cheongsam contemplated on things she would never speak off, but then she was brought back to reality when a knock suddenly cut through the room's silence. "Captain, the meeting is about to start." She glanced back at the door where the voice came from before a growl escaped her lips.
Kagura Yato, captain of the Harusame 7th Squad, a well-known group of terrorists that had never failed to accomplish their plans, never really understood such meetings. To be exact, she didn't understand why it can't start without her. It wasn't like she was the admiral!
With one last longing stare at the window, she left with the cockroach-headed amanto and headed toward the meeting room… not expecting to be greeted by the grim faces of the officers, looking as if they all just saw the very personification of death. She blinked twice, trying to point out what made them too silent.
"Yo, what did I miss?" Her eyes shifted from the commander to the admiral: Kamui Yato.
He smiled at her jocundly. "Well, we have a lot of things to do after taking our break for such a long time," he said as he scratched his chin.
"And?"
"We need to do several of them in a short time. Fortunately, most will take place on Earth. We could kill three heads with one go!" During this kind of conversation Kagura wondered if they were really siblings by blood. His playful manner would sometimes- scratch that- would usually be out of place.
For now, I'll let it pass.
"Which place on Earth?"
"I'm not really familiar with the place, but I am guessing somewhere in Japan where the shogun is located." Edo? "What are we gonna do there?"
A goofy smile slowly began to form on the admiral's face while he attempted to explain things he wasn't really paying much attention to. "Ummm… We have a… ah… Abuto, will you explain it to them?" He faced his subordinate who gave him the I-knew-you-weren't-listening facepalmed. "How could you not listen? That was an important matter!"
"That is why I called you there!"
"You're hopeless."
"Yeah, I know I'm cool."
He then started to announce the information, plan, and the things he and Kamui talked about during the first meeting. Everyone in the room soon began listening.
"One of our clients wants the most dangerous liquid located in the Shogun's castle: the Equill, an extremely corrosive acid that can match aqua regia. Our second client wants the 900-year-old Tourmaline Mask, a historic artifact that would be in an auction in a few weeks at Golden Transaction. As for the other tasks, it would be announced after the first two are accomplished. That's all for today. Further questions or violent reactions will not be entertained at this moment. Everyone, dismiss." Kagura almost fell asleep during Abuto's explanation if it weren't for his brother who pinched her cheek.
"We already divided the squad in three. First squad will be doing the robbery of the Equill. I will be the one in charge. The second squad will be out for the mask: The man in command will be the admiral. We will do these missions in secrecy to avoid worse situations. But if ever we get caught and forced to fight the Bakufu and their dogs, the third squad will take action. They are the reinforcement and the man in control will be Ungyou." Abuto did all the talking while Kamui just sat on his chair, watching him announce the groupings. At the end, Kagura never heard her name being called.
The meeting ended, leaving the lieutenant, commander, captain, and the admiral alone, so she took this as a chance to ask. "Hey, what squad am I in?" She asked, placing her umbrella on her right shoulder where her brother patted her. "You have another duty, Imouto-chan," Kamui said.
"What do you mean?" She arched her brow at his sudden cheerful statement. "Your duty is the greatest deal, not only in our current plans, but for our future plans as well." Well, this caught her interest.
"What do you mean?"
"You will be the one to prevent the Shiseguko—"
"Shinsengumi. Shin-sen-gu-mi." Abuto corrected.
"Shin-ken-su-ki from foiling our plans. You will watch their every movement, and inform us as soon as you are done gathering information. Remember, don't let them see you heading towards our base or else third squad will be needed so soon~" His singsong tone didn't help much to ease her discomfort.
"I thought you're not good with words? How come you explained it so well?"
If Kagura immediately turned and looked behind her, she could have seen Abuto holding a script which Kamui was reading. No wonder his eyes were unusually open while he was clarifying things.
"Don't underestimate me, sister dear."
Ungyou sweat-dropped upon witnessing the trio's interaction.
"We'll be landing on Earth in a few hours."
. . . (- ^ v ^ -) . . .
. . .
"You call that landing? It's more like crashing!" She furiously shouted at the driver of their ship who only grinned in reply. The place they landed (or crashed) was an empty land. There wasn't any sign of life, just an empty ground.
After scanning the area thoroughly, Kamui finally raised his hand, and as if on cue, everyone- besides the siblings- nodded and disappeared in a blink of an eye. Kamui then turned to his sister, giving her a farewell pat on the head. "Imouto-chan, be careful, okay? If someone harasses you, just shout my name. I'll make sure he sees hell." No matter how long she had been traveling with her brother, she'll never get used to the embarrassment, so she did what she usually does… she bit his hand.
Over protective brother... too protective that I am sure something is wrong. Sister Complex? Abuto just sighed at the thought, knowing that there was a huge possibility that what he thought was true.
"Stupid big brother, I can handle myself!" She pouted, feeling underestimated by her brother. The siblings made their secret handshake before they departed to accomplish their mission.
Now, I wonder how the food tastes here.
. . . (- ^ v ^ -) . . .
. . .
3 days passed after the departure…
Inside the head quarters…
"So, have you found the princess?" The gorilla-looking commander of the Shinsengumi asked the other two men. Both officers shook their heads, a hint of disappointment on their faces.
"Keep looking Sougo. Hijikata, tell the others to check further places."
"Hai, Kondo-san."
Somewhere at the corner near the place they were standing, the younger sibling of the shogun was peeking, waiting for them to leave so she could hide in a better place. Soyo didn't move an inch until a hand suddenly covered her mouth. "Don't move. I'll help you." The stranger whispered behind her ear. She struggled at first but halted when she suddenly felt safety dawn on her. The stranger carried her bridal style and sneakily hopped roof to roof. Astonishingly, they were not spotted by anyone! Soyo stared at her savior in awe, especially after she realized that the stranger was a female like her. A female who can hop from roof to roof!
"I'm Soyo. Umm… ano, may I know your name?"
"You don't have to know aru."
"But you're my savior and I want to show you my gratitude! I can't just call you 'hey' or something."
Kagura grinned at the princess. "Alright, call me Kagura-chan aru."
"Umm… ano… it's my first time getting out of the castle and… ah… I still don't have friends. Can you be my first friend?" Kagura thought for a moment, making the princess nervous of what her answer would be. After being silent, she finally shook her head while putting her down on the roof of her apartment. This made the princess depress… that was until she heard her spoke once more. "I don't want to be your friend. I want to be your best friend!"
This caused her eyes to widen. "Really?"
She gave her a nod. She jumped in glee and hugged her tightly, saying things about shopping together, doing girls' stuffs, and many more. Their rejoicing was cut short when they heard a terrifying growl. Kagura moved in front of Soyo getting ready for a surprise attack. "What was that?" They searched frantically around when they heard it again. The third growl made them realize that it was actually Kagura's stomach. Of course, a glutton like her must be fed 24/7.
Smiling sweetly at her, she asked her new friend, "how about we eat at my favorite café?" Soyo bit her lower lip as the thought of getting found by the police entered her mind.
They remained silent for a short moment….
Then, Kagura's head suddenly glowed. I have an idea!
"What's with your head? It's glowing," Soyo asked.
A light bulb appeared above her head, symbolizing how she thought of a bright idea.
"Soyo-chan, why don't we disguise ourselves as males? Someone told me (baka-nii) that they are airheads. Maybe we can fool them!"
"I guess, but where are we going to shop for disguises? They might see us before we can even buy one."
"Just leave it to me aru."
. . . (- ^ v ^ -) . . .
. . .
It was a mystery how their black cloaks did not look so suspicious to the Shinsengumi, even if they appeared like merchants who sell drugs and guns to criminals. Soyo never knew Kagura had tons of money. She seemed like a person who can't afford buying three dishes for dinner. She paid for their disguises and their meal after they had left the shop, wearing the necessary clothes. If only she knew how her best friend earned it.
"Kagura-chan, you look so handsome!"
"I look like Baka-nii! But I'm more stunning… or not? Oh really? Well, you look cute."
(Author: Okay, just imagine Kagura's appearance. Remove the ornaments and shorten the long, orange locks that hanged on each side of her head. Kagura did not cut it though; she just used some hair pins. She dyed her hair chocolate brown... but it's washable. Her dress is similar to Kamui's. For Soyo, just Imagine her with short hair but the bangs is still the same. She is wearing a red t-shirt and baggy pants. Don't forget the elastic bandages to hide their breasts!)
"Thank you."
They stayed in a comfortable silence, munching a food they recently discovered: Sukonbu.
"3 days already passed and I haven't started my mission. I really am a slacker."
Somewhere in a restaurant…
"3 days already passed, sir, and we still haven't started our mission. You really are a slacker."
"Shut up or I'll kill you."
. . .
"Soyo-chan, do you know a way how to enter the Shinsengumi headquarters?"
"Hm? Well, you can only enter if you're gonna ask their help."
"Ummm… You are my best friend so I can trust you, right?"
"Yeah."
"What if I work from an evil organization, will you hate me?"
"Of course not!"
"Can you keep a secret?"
"Yes, especially if it's your secret."
Kagura contemplated her words which caused her to space out for a short moment.
"… Soyo-chan, are girls allowed to join the Shinsengumi?" This took the young royalty aback.
"From what my brother told me, they are not allowed. Why ask?"
"'Cause I want to join so badly! Please help me!" She held her small hands firmly, begging for aid. Soyo blinked twice, glancing between their joined hands to her friend. A smile slowly formed on her lips as she nodded.
"I-I'll help you, but I have no idea how."
"Wait! I heard they are currently looking for new members since the last fight with the Kiheitai left them small in number. This raises you chances to 65%! The problem is…"
"What aru?"
"You can disguise yourself as a guy but you can't change the fact that you are a girl. You can't fight like a real guy. You're not strong enough."
"…" A smirk was the last thing needed for the princess to understand.
. . . (- ^ v ^ -) . . .
. . .
"Commander, someone found the princess!"
"Where is this person you are talking about?"
The police ran to the direction where the princess was located and saw a 'handsome' young 'man' (a bishounen perhaps?) carrying her bridal style. Kagura winked down at the girl who only giggled while the group approached them.
"Young man, we thank you for your cooperation! How can we show our gratitude—"
"Kondo-san, we still can't say thank you to him. He might be the one who took the princess." The captain of the 1st division cut the commander in midsentence. Understanding Sougo's point, Hijikata began interrogating the stranger.
"Boy, what's your na—"
"Eeew, you sound gay, Hijikata-san."
"Shut up, Sougo!"
He coughed before continuing… only to be disturbed once again by the sandy-haired boy. "Hijikata-san has tuberculosis so everyone, please stay away from him." He announced in his usual deadpan tone." Sofa-kun, let him speak." Every member of the Shinsengumi gasped when Gin was on Hijikata's side since they never get along. Even Hijikata was shock as well. They might have become friends during that moment, if only Gin did not add the last part. "Let him do his job well before he dies by our hands."
"YOU MORONS SHOULD REALLY SHUT UP OR ELSE I WILL DEFINITELY KILL YOUUUUU! ASDKJHFKJSDHF!" You know that moment when you are so mad that you just can't say another understandable word?
"Gintoki, I know you are one of the best members here but that doesn't mean I will let you say such things to me! You SUGAR FREAK!"
"SHUT UP MAYO POOP!"
"Good one, Danna."
"OLD MAN!"
"OLD MAN?! MY HAIR IS SILVER NOT WHITE! SILVER I SAY, MAYO13- OR SHOULD I SAY DOGFOOD13!"
"Nice one, Danna."
"YOU'RE GONNA DIE, SOUGO!"
While the two argued on the background with Sougo praising Gin everytime he insulted Hijikata, Kondo took the responsibility of talking to the boy.
"Young man, kindly tell us your name."
"Gura. I saved hime-sama from the drunkards near a food shop." Beneath her poker face, she felt really thankful of her hobby on imitating voices, most of the time, males. She managed sounding like a young man in his teens.
"We highly thank you for your cooperation. You have saved our heads! How can we ever repay you?"
This is it! She took a deep breath and held it in. It's now or next time.
"Let me join the Shinsengumi."
A cigarette fell on the floor, and oddly, it was the only thing that was heard.
Her words seemed to have caught all of their attention. Heck, even Gin and Hijikata stopped arguing and stared at her… as well as the bloody red-eyed sadist behind the older men.
. . . (- ^ v ^ -) . . .
. . .
. .
.
Finally, it's done! I hope you guys enjoyed reading. Stay tuned! I'll allow you, my dear readers, to criticize my work so I can improve my skills. Please review! It helps a lot. I apologize for the typo or grammatical errors. I do not reread my fic after finishing it… I'm a bit lazy.
Harusame Pirates Best Members and Ranks (in order):
Admiral- Kamui
Captain- Kagura
Commander- Abuto
Lieutenant- Ungyou