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Lights Out: chapter 2

By Tippy a.k.a. Saiyuki Goku

Note: I really hope you liked the first chapter! Here's the second! Enjoy!

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Tall, shaded figures stood at the bottom of the cliff, concealed by the lush foliage around them. The two youkai guards had left, leaving a vulnerable entrance. The entrance Goku had been taken through had become virtually impenetrable, the fallen boulders taking more energy then they had to move. The three had decided it would be best to find another way, but the only entrance visible was the front door.

"so…" Gojyo started, "you think they know we're here?"

The others gave him an odd glance, but the question was not all that dumb. The disturbance on the side of the cliff would have been more than enough to make all the youkai aware of their presence, not to mention the fact Goku had been captured, but why weren't there hoards of youkai spilling out into the clearing?

"Maybe…. They aren't attacking because there are no youkai…" Hakkai answered for everyone. If there had been an army of youkai, they were taking way too long to attack. The only threat present seemed to be from the creature that grabbed their companion.

"Well we're not gonna find out any sooner by standing out here, lets go!" Gojyo stepped out of the shaded protection of the trees and out into the open sun. The others followed him towards the cave entrance, when a deep rumble began to shake the cliff. Eyes shoot to the sky as junks of stone begin to fall in front of them, smashing into the ground a few feet away. From the very top of the ridge, the cliff began to split, rigid cracks traveling down the face, and a giant, shadowy hand reached out, pushing aside debris with little effort.

"What the-?" Gojyo spoke, his eyes widening as the shadow grew, taking an unnaturally large form. Razor sharp teeth gleamed in the sun, raven flesh blocking out golden rays, and glowing orbs glared down at them as the giant youkai emerged from its hole in the cliff, standing past the tips of the tall trees above.

The three forms at the base of the cliff stared up in bewilderment, scrambling back as the tremendous beast leapt from the top, hitting the ground with a harsh rumble.

Gojyo pulled his weapon in front of him, the blade glinting in the afternoon sun. He dropped into a defensive stance, Sanzo and Hakkai on either side, also ready for the creatures first move. It didn't take long for the monsters dark arm to swing up and come crashing down. The groups scattered backwards as the giant hand hit the ground, causing it to rumble a split.

Without hesitation, Gojyo sent the crescent blade shooting through the air towards the creature, a sharp edge digging deep into its left shoulder.

The creature let out a low growl, its hand reaching up and taking hold of the silver chain dangling from the blade, jerking it free from its shoulder. Glowing orbs glared at the red haired kappa, a hand darting forward smashing into Gojyo with crushing strength. A sharp cry of pain came from the man as he went skidding backwards across the ground and into a tree.

"Gojyo!!!" Worried emerald eyes darted from the fallen half breed to the dark demon towering over him. Hands thrust out, Hakkai let forth a tremendous blast, sending it straight for the creatures chest. A brilliant flash of light exploded over the monster, the two still standing figures shielding their eyes from the blast.

The light dissipated and Hakkai turned back to see what was left of the terrible creation. His eyes widened as he saw the creature standing, a few tendrils of smoke coming off its chest. In an instant, a dark hand was wrapped around his form, immense strength forcing the breath out of him. The creature brought its dark arm up, swing it forward and releasing the brunette youkai from its grasp. Hakkai tumbled across the ground, his limp body resting a few feet in front of the unconscious red head.

Nii sat silently watching as the two Sanzo-ikkou went down. A grin played across his lips as he marveled at his creation's strength. He almost laughed as the monk sent a bullet towards his monster's head.

"You're out of luck Genjo Sanzo…" He leaned back in his chair, closing his eyes, waiting for his creation to return with its prey.

"Kuso!" Sanzo hissed as he leapt to the side, barely avoiding the creatures grasp. It was too fast to hit. His only option was to get up close and personal, but that plan wasn't working too well. The monk ran forward, eyes on the monster, trying to think of another way. Suddenly, he found himself falling towards the earth as his foot caught on something hard, protruding from the ground.

Sanzo spun just in time to see the giant's hand reaching out for him.

"SANZO!!!"

He watched, what seemed like in slow motion, as the monsters throat exploded outward, and a long red staff became visible, then disappeared. The slow motion stopped and the monster landed with a harsh thud, twitching as sparks flew from its damaged neck.

Sanzo stood, his eyes turning to Goku, who stood behind the creature, Nyoi staff in hand. The monk soon turned back to the flailing creature, gun raised to its head, and with one thunderous crash, the giant youkai's head exploded in an eruption of flame and metal.

"NO!! MY CREATION!!" Nii pounded his fists against the crackling screen; dots of black and white dancing across the picture. His creation had been defeated. The scientist was silent for a moment, then he stood, brushed off his coat and calmly left the fortress.

"…Next time that sutra will be mine…"

Pained ruby eyes slowly opened, squinting at the fading afternoon sunshine. Gojyo moaned as he pushed himself up, rubbing his aching head.

"What happened? Hakkai?!" He quickly moved to the side of the fallen youkai, nudging him lightly. "Hakkai, daijoubu ka?"

A low groan came from the brunette as he slowly shifted his form to see Gojyo over him. "uh… oh I'm ok…" He let himself be pulled up by the tall red head. "Just a little sore." He gave him a smile before turning towards Sanzo and the fallen creature…and Goku.

"Hey! You two ok?" Gojyo shouted to the two.

"Hai…" Sanzo spoke, kicking the lifeless beast.

"How about you, Monkey?….Goku?"

He couldn't see clearly. The world around him was beginning to fade. He could still make out the white blur against the large dark object through his pained vision. He could hear the muffled voice of Gojyo, distant and incoherent. His body ached and his breathing was sharp and painful. As much as he wanted to stay awake, his eyes were forcing themselves shut, and he was falling.

"Goku!!!" The three figures sprang forward as the boy slid to the ground. Sanzo was by his side first. Leaning over the young youkai, he lifted his head, noticing the bead of crimson as it slid down Goku's chin. His breathing was shallow and sporadic.

"Hakkai!"

"Hai! Stand back," Emerald eyes gazed over the motionless boy's body, letting his hands float over his shakily rising and falling chest. A soft green glow emitted from his slender hands, illuminating the boy's face.

The monk and half breed stood silently watching as Hakkai continued to heal their companion, waiting for the youkai to finish. It only took a minute or two before the green light faded and Hakkai turned to them.

"He's safe now, but he needs rest, we need to get to an inn."

The others nodded, Gojyo stepping forward and gently lifting the unconscious boy from the ground. Hakuryuu flew over from his hiding spot behind the trees, letting out a small 'kyu' before transforming into the green jeep. Sanzo and Hakkai jumped in the front, Gojyo getting in the back with Goku.

They drove west, the sun slowly sinking in the sky. They'd all been quiet, the hum of the jeep as it traveled on the dirt road filling the silence. The air was starting to get cooler, and if they didn't find an inn soon they'd be forced to camp out in the woods. It wasn't a bad thing, but they needed Goku to get a good rest.

The sky was quickly turning a dark navy blue and there was still no sign of a town. Hakkai let out a soft sigh as he began to slow the jeep down. "Looks like we're going to have to camp out…"

"Maybe not!" Gojyo spoke up from behind. The two front passengers turned to see the red head pointing into the forest to up ahead to the right. They gazed forward and saw what Gojyo had spotted. A small shack stood ahead of them, seemingly abandoned.

"That'll do." Sanzo acknowledged, stepping out of the jeep. The others fallowed, Gojyo carrying Goku. In a burst of light, Hakuryuu transformed back into the little white dragon, 'kyu'ing as he flew over to Hakkai landing on his shoulder.

"What if there's someone in there?" Gojyo asked.

"If they're friendly we ask for assistance…. If not… then we kill them…" Sanzo's resolved, already walking towards the shack. Everything was quiet. When they reached the dilapidated door of the structure, Sanzo pulled out his gun, poising for attack before pushing the door open and stepping inside. It was dark, but there were no inhabitants, save a few bugs scurrying here and there. A window on the far side of the room let in a bit of moon light, revealing an old table and chair, but no bed.

"….well its better than nothing…" They moved in to the small shack and began to arrange for the night.

Tbc….????

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ARRAAAAA this was supposed to be the last chapter x.x well im gonna try to finish it soon, but at the moment I have to figure out where im going with it x.x… College starts in 2 days so it might be a little while till I get the next chapter up… gomen nasai!!! I hope you like this fic so far! Thanks for reading!!!

Tippy