I do not own Kill la Kill in any form. This is a work of fanfiction.

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Chapter 32: back in the dish

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Credit to WolveHulk for inspiration.

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Mikisugi, Gamagori and Sanageyama left to go pick up Satsuki, as they had a lead on her location. Mako went into the kitchen to brew some tea and prepare a light snack to lighten spirits, Nonon Sat in the room with Ryuko, holding her hand to keep her calm. "Lady Satsuki will be back soon. Those three will find her and bring her back." She said calmly.

"I know. She's strong, but it feels like she needs help." Ryuko said weakly.

"If anyone gets in their way, those three will rip them apart. They're smart, strong and loyal. Your wife will be okay."

Mako returned with the tea and cupcakes. She handed one to her wife and another to Ryuko, then took a seat next to the bed. Everyone sipped their tea and it had its effect, everyone felt a little better. "This is good stuff, Mako." Ryuko said, sipping again. "Jakuzure, you're a lucky lady."

Mako smiled and leaned her head against Nonon. "Actually, now we're both Jakuzure." Mako chuckled.

"I really am lucky. I get to wake up next to this wonderful lady every day."

"I wouldn't say luck. It's more love than luck." Mako said, kissing Nonon on the cheek.

Ryuko felt even better now, seeing how happy the Jakuzures were together, and felt so much better knowing that she would soon also be reunited with her wife. She started thinking that worrying wouldn't accomplish anything. The best people were going after Satsuki, and they wouldn't stop until they were back together.

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The team of Mikisugi, Gamagori and Sanageyama were moving steadily through the crowds of covers, literally tearing them open and releasing the people who were held captive. Gamagori would have preferred driving one of his cars, but the garage was currently out of reach. They would need to find Satsuki and call in their location, then a helicopter would come in to get them.

At one point, the path before them became oddly clear. When they turned the corner, a mysterious figure with a pink dress and a parasol stood in the way. "You're not with us, so step aside." Gamagori said, his voice as strong and commanding as ever.

"Silly man, you're not going to get past me. I know who you're looking for, and she's around here. But you'll never get her." She trailed off in a singsong voice.

"Maybe you don't understand. Move, or we'll move you." Sanageyama added.

"We don't have much time. If you leave now, we'll let you live." Mikisugi chimed in.

"You're no fun. Guess I'll have to deal with you myself."

The figure shot forward but was stopped when Sanageyama caught her by the neck. He stated squeezing tighter until she swung her parasol and hit his hand, making him release her. Just as she was about to swing again, Gamagori grabbed the parasol and took it from her. He then snapped it like a twig and tossed it away. "Leave." He said, his tone of voice and the look on his face making her freeze.

The trio resumed their search. They soon came upon a cul de sac with a number of covers that looked empty, and they were swarming around someone. They wouldn't approach the subject, which was strange. When they came closer, they saw why. Satsuki was in the middle, and she was slicing any of the covers that came close with her sharpened toenail. Mikisugi stepped forward and pulled his blade, slicing through the covers with ease. Gamagori and Sanageyama also started cutting and ripping them down, soon reaching Satsuki.

"Lady Satsuki, how are you?" Gamagori asked, seeing that she was still being strong, but had a few scratches and bruises on her still naked body.

"I'll be fine. How's Ryuko?" She asked, her expression changing to one of concern.

"She's okay. She's with the Jakuzures right now." Mikisugi said, stepping up and breaking Satsuki free of her handcuffs.

"She's waiting for you." Sanageyama said, draping a blanket over her.

Mikisugi sent up a flare to signal the helicopter.

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Ryuko was up and walking around, unable to rest after hearing that the team had recovered her wife. She wanted to put on her kamui, but Senketsu advised against it. "You're weak right now. You'll need to be at your strongest when Satsuki gets back, and my drain on your blood would be too much right now."

"But I want to look strong. She's being strong right now and I wouldn't be presentable if I don't put you on." Ryuko replied.

"Satsuki knows your strength and your love. She'll be glad to see you no matter what. You can put me back on when you're back to your old self."

Taking his words to heart, Ryuko dressed in her regular clothes so she would at least wouldn't still be in her pajamas. She went into the kitchen and sat with the Jakuzures to wait for Satsuki. She nervously twiddled her thumbs and looking at the door. "Dammit, where are they?" She grumbled.

Mako put a hand on her shoulder. "She's coming. I'm sure she can't wait to see you."

Mako's words had a calming effect, bringing Ryuko back down a bit. "You're right. A good team went after her. They'll be back soon."

Just as she finished her sentence, the door opened, Gamagori stepping in, Satsuki right behind him. Ryuko jumped up and ran to her wife. Satsuki pulled her in and hugged her tightly as she returned the hug. They didn't say a word to each other, but they didn't need to. The love they felt as they were reunited was all they needed. They shared a brief kiss and Ryuko looked her up and down. She was in a simple tee shirt and shorts but nothing else. She saw her feet and the one sharpened toenail. "You're a resourceful one." Ryuko told her.

"Ryuko, can I talk to you in private?" Satsuki asked.

They retreated to the bedroom and sat on the bed together. Satsuki began shaking and Ryuko started holding her. "What's wrong?"

"Ryuko, something bad happened." Satsuki said with a quiver in her voice.

"No matter what, I'll help you through it."

"Ryuko... She... Molested me..." Satsuki said, beginning to cry.

Ryuko held her even closer. "Oh no, where did she touch you?"

"In my private area, she used her fingers. She tried to put her fingers in my rear, but I stopped her. Ryuko, I'm so sorry. Those places are for you only."

"We'll get you help. We can get you into therapy when this is all over."

"Ryuko, please hold me."

Ryuko held her tightly and kissed her forehead. "I'll hold you as long as you want."

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