Chapter 4
Seiya looked around at the nice cafe he sat in. Next to him was Taiki and Yaten, both soaking in the warm summer sunlight while the pink haired child colored with her crayons. She seemed to be having so much fun, kicking her little feet back and forth with a smile upon her face. Soft cherry blossoms moved past Seiya, catching his attention.
That's strange. Cherry blossoms only come in the spring time not in the middle of summer.
He looked around to see the sky getting darker along with an overcast of clouds. It looked like it was going to rain in a few seconds. His senses quickly picked up the screams of people as they ran past the cafe. Taiki picked up Chibi-Usa and headed for the car.
"I don't think we should stay much longer. The days are getting rougher as we stay out. It's time we keep her inside and away from the eyes of evil." Yaten nodded.
"Lets get out of here in the mean time." Seiya followed them both but stopped when he looked at a man standing on top of the car.
"That's not a very good idea." He watched as a smile took over the man's face. He jumped off the car and started toward them. Each step seemed to make the ground crackled beneath his feet. He was different then all the enemies the senshi had ever seen in their time. He wore armor of brown and black which clanked with each step. His long red hair moved in the wind while his green eyes seemed to show power beyond their extentions. A long scythe in the grasps of his hands.
"Hand over the child." His deep voice echoed off the tall building as they continued backing up.
"This child will never be yours." Seiya stood his ground as he looked at him squared in the eyes. He cackled.
"We will find out soon enough mortal."
"Iron Rock Crusher!" The man jumped over the attack to land on another building.
"Give it up Anubis! You're not taking the child or the crystal," said Hardrock. Strata, Torrent, and Halo appeared beside him while Wildfire stood with Makoto who was clutching her fist tightly.
"Quake with Fear!" The attack hit some of the Ronins while others jumped before it was too late. Wildfire held her back from going anywhere. She pulled herself away from him.
"Don't worry about me, just go help the others." He looked down at her.
"I'm not letting anything happen to you. For all I know, you are the Queen of Crystal Tokyo." She shook her head.
"Just go. I'll take care of Chibi-usa." He moved away from her after a quick nod. After he was gone, she took out a pen that was given to her by Luna.
~Use this pen wise Makoto. I know that you will need it for the journey far ahead of you. If you have any trouble, just come look for me at the palace. I will make sure it is still up and running.~ She smiled at the thoughts and quickly hid behind a building.
"Luna disguise pen, change me into Chibi-usa!" She shrunk in size as her clothes change, along with her hair. She quickly ran out in the middle of everything.
"Come and get me you big bully!" Anubis gave a loud laugh as he went for her.
I feel so stupid! But, I have to act like Chibi-usa would. If I let him capture me, everything will be fine. He'll leave and then I will turn back into me. That will piss off his boss.
She felt herself quickly grabbed and dangling from his arms. A laugh escaped him as he looked at the Ronins.
"I have and you will forever be doomed!" He then disappeared with her still in his arms. She looked at the darkness all around her as they came out into the light to be in a large dungeon. He chained her hand to the wall and walked away. A smile moved over her face.
Nows my chance. All I have to do is change back and poof! The plan worked!
"Luna disguise pen, change me back to myself!" She grew while changing back into the clothes she was in before. Anubis walked in and stopped in his tracks. There before him stood a woman in a short black dress holding the design of small red roses all across it. Her long legs shown in those black staccato heels. Her emerald eyes looked up to see him standing there, looking at her as if she was a goddess. As if to make matters worst, Cale walked in laughing.
"You've got to be joking. You didn't get the child! I saw her still in the arms of those guys who are will the Ronins...Whoa! Well, you did get a woman." He nudged Anubis and grinned. Anubis growled.
"I didn't bring this woman! I brought that child that holds the crystal!"
"Well, if you don't want her, I'll take her," he offered. Anubis shot a glare.
"Who knows what torment you will put her through." He walked over and unchained her. She took a couple steps back so not to be near him. Cale looked at her for a minute and then glared.
"That's the girl that was will the Ronins! Hardrock dared me to touch her and he would kill me. We could use her against them. I'll take her and go attack the Ronins once more and see what happens." He made advancements toward her but, she didn't move. His hand reached out for her only to have it smacked away.
"I can walk myself." He grabbed her arm and they both disappeared. They reappeared where he was standing on a light post and she was dangling. She gave a whistle where the Ronins turned to them both.
"If you want her, come and get her!"
"Hand her over Cale!" yelled Hardrock. She felt his grip starting to loosen.
"Drop me, I dare you." He grinned and let go. Hardrock started running to catch her along with the others when Cale disappeared and reappeared to catch her. She just folded her arms over her chest.
"Chicken," she murmured. He set her on the ground and held onto her wrist with one hand. He pulled out his sword and glared at the Ronins.
"Black Lightning Slash!" The Ronins jumped out of the way only to looked at the scene before them. Makoto hand twisted Cale's arm up behind his back while his sword was upon the ground. Her eyes flared as she spoke.
"You think that you can just try to kill these men and try to take the heir to Crystal Tokyo without me trying to do something? I don't think so. If you ever try to pull a stunt like that again, I promise you this. Before the dawn may rise upon another day, your body will lay upon the ground. Your blood with be in a puddle beside you and on my hands. Your sword will be handing on my wall along with the head from your body. This is your only chance to give up serving the Dark Lord Tulpa. No more warning will be cast upon you. Remove yourself from my site at once!" She let go of his arm and cast him to the ground with her foot. She walked away, her body stiff, her face grim. Her heels were the only sound again the pavement. Cale growled.
"You will die woman! You haven't seen the last of me! When you least expect it, I will bring you before Master Tulpa and let him use you as he pleases. Once he's done with you, I will own you! A slave you will be until I get sick of you and slit your precious throat!" He watched her stop in her tracks but not turn to him. His eyes widened at the powerful, clear, strong voice she produced to speak with.
"Mark my words Cale, the Jovian Princess of Jupiter, Queen of Crystal Tokyo, Goddess of Lightning, Sailor Jupiter, will make an appearance soon and when she does, the entire dynasty will fall. That is a promise." A streak of lightning filled the sky as he grinned.
"Sailor Jupiter is among the Dynasty. There is no hope for the world any longer!" She turned, her emerald eyes piercing his blue ones.
"She is not a part of you. My secret will soon be out Cale and then, you will know that my words are the truth!" He picked up his sword and disappeared into the shadows. She felt a warm hand touch her shoulder which made her quickly spin around. Kento looked at her with worried eyes.
"Are you going to be alright Makoto?"
"It is my duty to protect Chibi-Usa at all costs Kento. Nothing will stand in my way to do so." Seiya stood alone without his friends as he approached her. He stopped at the sad look in her eyes.
"Makoto, this is suppose to be your vacation. I want you to have fun and not worry about anything. We will take care of everything, I promise. I think it would be best for you to stay away from any of these battles. I don't want to hear about you getting hurt." She nodded and let her head fall a little.
"He's right Makoto. None of us want to see you getting hurt and have the wrath of Kento upon us," said Strata. Kento quickly turned to face the men and then stopped his eyes on Wildfire. He pointed the finger.
"YOU were suppose to be watching her! I left her in your care and all you can do is leave her and let her get captured?!---"
"Kento, it---"
"Quiet Makoto. Some friend you are! I trust you to protect her, make sure that nothing happens and all you can do is think of yourself. Why must you do such things?! She could have been killed! I don't want to see you near her ever again! You understand?" His voice was flaring as he shot deadly glares at him.
"You're right. I should have never been trusted to protect your sister. My spirit drew me to the fight where I belong. I will not go near your sister or you. As of now, I'm leaving the Ronins." He turned and started walking away. Hardrock received a glare from Halo, Strata, and Torrent.
"You just had to open your mouth!" He watched as his friends walked away from him. He heard the heels starting to walk past him.
"Where are you going Makoto?" She turned to him sadly.
"If you would have just controlled your temper then this wouldn't have happened. I told him to leave me. I took care of myself and I did what I was suppose to do. Protect Chibi-Usa. It was my fault. You should have yelled at me instead of him. I think it would be best if you didn't speak to him for a while."
"Makoto, are you leaving me?"
"I'm going back home. I'll see you when you arrive." He watched her walked off and then run a little to catch up with Rowen, Sage, and Sai. Seiya looked at Kento before him and sighed.
"Let me buy you a drink," he offered. Kento nodded and then followed him.
An: Hope you like it. It's been a while since FF.Net has been up. Sorry for the long wait. I will get the next chapter out as soon as possible. Have a great day!