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For the next few weeks, school for both Kenshin and Kaoru was horrible. Kaoru kept ignoring Kenshin whenever he came up to talk to her. Kaoru would just turn around and walk away. She didn't show up at the balcony anymore, where Kenshin waited patiently. Kenshin barely attended classes and spent his day on the balcony. He had a box in his hand, intended for Kaoru. Kaoru was beginning to like Enishi, no matter how she denied it. Enishi was being nice, which was part of his plan. This other side of him made Kaoru think that it was his real side. How wrong she was. Kaoru didn't have any romantic feelings for him, but showed affection when Kenshin was around, just to get back at him. Kaoru was satisfied with his reaction of jealousy and disappointment, but deep in her heart she was pained to see him like that.
Enishi was pleased with Kaoru's affection. Sooner or later, he'd have her all to himself. He'd just have to keep his charade up. Enishi's group was less than pleased, with one of their members gone. Kenshin voluntarily quit, just for this woman. Sano understood this, but he found it unfair. He thought it would be them forever, no matter how corny that sounded. Besides this, Sano was worried about his girlfriend, Megumi. She wasn't really his girlfriend, as he never admitted it officially, he just like calling her so. He knew Megumi had feelings for him as well, but like Sano, she never admitted it. Lately, Sano noticed she was all over Enishi and Kenshin. Another woman in between the two. He was getting worried that he would lose her, so he decided to have a talk.
"Oi, Kitsune," Sano called. Megumi looked up from her mirror, where she was redoing her make up. She winked at him and returned her attention to her face, "Yes, Rooster?" Sano frowned, "Everything's different now, ne?" Megumi smirked. "I mean, with Kenshin gone and everything, Jou-chan and Enishi. Aoshi and Misao! It's just so weird." Megumi widened her evil grin, "You have me to thank." Sano was confused, "What?" "I'm the one who helped Enishi get that Tanuki. I don't know what the fuss about her, but I'm sure glad she's out of Kenshin's life." Sano grabbed her shoulders, "What? You were the one who made Kenshin miserable? You're the one who actually helped that spoilt brat? How could you?" Megumi slapped his hands away and glared at him, "How? You're asking me how? Because you never show me how much you loved me. I was beginning to think that you don't! At least Ken-san treated me nicely, instead of flirting around with other girls. He made me feel like a woman, at least. He showed me that I'm a worthy person, and that I'm not female trash! I fell in love with Kenshin and I wanted Kaoru out of the way. And the only way to do this is with Enishi. So there! That's your answer. If you had showed me that you loved me, I wouldn't have even bothered. But you're out, and guess what, Kenshin's in." With a huff, she left, bumping Sano's shoulders.
*** Two weeks had passed and no one but Misao and Aoshi seemed to be in a good mood. Aoshi and Misao were dating, so it was understandable why Misao skipped instead of walked when she was with Aoshi. Kaoru sighed. She will never find that kind of happiness. Sure, she had accepted Enishi as a friend, and he was pressuring her to be something more, but she didn't know what to do. She was still longing for Kenshin no matter how much he hurt her. She looked up and saw Enishi.
He kissed her cheek, and if Kaoru felt at all uncomfortable, she did a good job hiding it. Kaoru just smiled and continued to stare at well, nothing. They sat there in the park in silence, which drove Enishi mad. Then, it became dark. Kaoru looked up at the stars. No matter how she denied it, she was miserable. It's been weeks! She's annoying herself to death with these mushy notions about Kenshin. She grabbed Enishi's hand, who was startled by her sudden action. "Let's go drinking."
Enishi smirked. This was it. This was THE night. He obliged as he followed her, his hand in hers. Unknown to them, Sano had seen and heard them. He was taking a walk to clear his mind about Megumi when he saw the couple. He stayed back, in order to keep his presence unknown. They were quiet for a while until he saw Kaoru clench her fist and suggest drinking. Then he saw Enishi's smirk. Sano knew what this meant. Enishi would make Kaoru drink a lot and take advantage of her. He had to warn Kenshin.
He ran to his car and headed for Kenshin's house. When he arrived, he was that he was practicing with his sensei, Seijirou Hiko. "Baka deshi, if you keep getting distracted, you'll never master the last technique of Hiten Mitsurugi. Eh? It appears we have a visitor. Very well, that's it for today." Hiko said. Kenshin bowed to his master, sword in hand. As Hiko left, he continued to practice his katas. A board was propped up in the centre of the dojo, and Kenshin was slicing it apart. He was letting all his aggression out through this. It was exciting to watch Kenshin practice, with his accurate movements and such. He snapped out of his gaze, "Kenshin, I think Kaoru is in danger." Kenshin stopped attacking the board and looked at Sano, "Don't kid about things like that."
"I'm not. I heard her telling Enishi that she wanted to go drinking. And you know how Enishi is," Sano explained. Kenshin sighed, "It's obvious that Kaoru-dono doesn't want to be with me. Who she goes drinking with is none of my business. Sessha does not have the right to intrude her privacy." Sano's jaw dropped, flabbergasted at the redhead's reply. It was obvious he said that through clenched teeth.
He walked up to him, "Kenshin, Enishi is going to rape Kaoru. Do even think that Jou-chan would choose that psycho before you? It was all a plan by Enishi and M-Megumi. Jou-chan heard what you and Tomoe were talking about, but that wasn't mere coincidence, Megumi pushed her there. Then Enishi came to comfort her to look like the good guy! I'm not a very bright guy ("Oro?" said Kenshin) but I know what love is. And I know that Kaoru loves you as much as you love her. Now get your ass out of here and look for Jou-chan!"
Kenshin raised his eyebrow after Sano's speech. With that, the two ran to Sano's car, sakabatou in Kenshin's hand. Just in case.
***
Kaoru didn't know how many glasses she drank. Well, actually, she did. About two. She was in Enishi's house drinking, to numb her pain. She was getting drowsy. Unknown to her, Enishi had spiked the drink, so that he could use her to all of his advantage. She looked up at Enishi and found that he was gone and Kenshin was sitting in his place. Kaoru was too drunk to think and threw herself at him. Enishi was shocked, but pleased as well. Kaoru reached up to "Kenshin" and started to press her lips on him. Enishi carried her to the nearest couch and pinned her down. Kaoru enjoyed this and pulled him closer.
Suddenly, the door opened with an amber-eyed Kenshin, sakabatou in hand with Sano and a blabbering butler, "I tried to stop them, Master Enishi, but Master Kenshin has a sword." Kenshin gave him a deadly glare which made him shut up. He gripped his sakabatou tighter, "Enishi, how dare you take advantage of Kaoru!" Enishi got off Kaoru, who was fuming mad. Enishi raved, "What in the world?" Kaoru touched Enishi's hand to tame him, "I'll handle this, and,"she turned her sapphire eyes to Kenshin, "who do you think you are? You come here and butt in my privacy, which is none of your business!"
Kenshin watched Kaoru, swaying side to side. She was obviously drunk. Before he knew it, Kaoru was on the ground, snoring quietly. He looked at Enishi, "How many drinks did you offer her?" "Just two. Or three," Kenshin was horrified. You can't get that drunk with only two short glasses of liquor unless-- [A/n: I'm not sure about that part but just buy it..] "You spiked her drink. You bastard!"
Sano was aghast. Kenshin never swore, not even a single 'damn'. Enishi's eyes were ablazed. He opened one of the nearest cupboards and took out his sword, indicating a battle. Kenshin replied by unsheathing his sabakatou [oh yea, I dunno how to spell this], ignoring Sano's protests. He got into his fighting stance as Enishi did the same.
"So you decided to fight after all," Enishi scoffed. Kenshin kept his eyes on him. With a white flash, Enishi charged, but Kenshin got out of the way quickly, jumping over him. He didn't want to kill anyone; hence, the sakabatou's a good weapon in fighting. When he jumped behind him, Enishi turned his torso and slashed, cutting a portion of Kenshin's hair. Enishi turned fully and charged again, with Kenshin dodging every hit. When he reached the end of the room, Enishi charged, Kenshin pivoted, making him miss his target and pierce his sword through the wall. Enishi pulled it out and the next thing he saw was Kenshin above him, attacking. However, Enishi knew this movement too well. He ducked under Kenshin and emerged from behind, slashing his back.
"Kenshin!" Sano yelled, while clutching Kaoru out of the way. He didn't know what to do with the fight. Should he call the police? Keep it a secret? Kenshin sunk down to the floor. He had never experienced first- hand battle with a real sword except with his Master. Enishi's fighting style was different from Hiko's so he couldn't tell what he was doing. He looked up and saw that Enishi wasn't where he was moments ago. He sensed an angry ki at his left, where Enishi was coming down on to him. He blocked his sword with his own. Enishi pressed down harder, making the blade of the sakabatou come close to his neck. Kenshin gathered his strength and pressed back, this time, harder. Enishi released and charged again. Luckily, he got up in time. However, he misread his movements. He wasn't charging down, he was charging horizontally. He got hit with a blow and blood spurted everywhere. He clutched his side. He was hurting but he knew that no vital organs were hurt. He stood up.
"Not giving up, are you?" Enishi said, smirking. Kenshin looked for attacks to use on him. Then he remembered. The final attack of the Hiten Misturugi Ryuu. He got on his fighting stance once again and stared at Enishi, "Never. I will protect Kaoru from bastards like you," with that, he charged, hitting Enishi's nine vital points [or whatever that nine things are.lol]. Enishi fell down, excruciating pain running through his body. He had never felt such pain before. He glared at his opponent through his glasses, "Go ahead, attack."
Kenshin held his sword tighter but did not move. He couldn't kill him. He just can't. Suddenly, without any warning, he felt a sharp tip pierce the left side of his lower abdomen. More blood squirted out as he fell. Enishi weakly stood up and pointed his sword at Kenshin's head, "I'm going to kill all of you, slowly and painfully. Don't you think I can do it? I can get away with it! I have all the money in the world! Brace yourself, Himura!"
Kenshin closed his eyes. If this was how he was going to die, so be it. As long as he died for her. For Kaoru. "NO!" he heard her angelic voice scream. She covered her body over his protectively. "You can't kill him! If you must, you have to go through me!" Kaoru screamed. She had woken up a few moments earlier and saw Enishi attacking Kenshin.
"K-Kaoru. . ." Kenshin called. "I love you," was the last thing he heard from his angel until everything went black.
For the next few weeks, school for both Kenshin and Kaoru was horrible. Kaoru kept ignoring Kenshin whenever he came up to talk to her. Kaoru would just turn around and walk away. She didn't show up at the balcony anymore, where Kenshin waited patiently. Kenshin barely attended classes and spent his day on the balcony. He had a box in his hand, intended for Kaoru. Kaoru was beginning to like Enishi, no matter how she denied it. Enishi was being nice, which was part of his plan. This other side of him made Kaoru think that it was his real side. How wrong she was. Kaoru didn't have any romantic feelings for him, but showed affection when Kenshin was around, just to get back at him. Kaoru was satisfied with his reaction of jealousy and disappointment, but deep in her heart she was pained to see him like that.
Enishi was pleased with Kaoru's affection. Sooner or later, he'd have her all to himself. He'd just have to keep his charade up. Enishi's group was less than pleased, with one of their members gone. Kenshin voluntarily quit, just for this woman. Sano understood this, but he found it unfair. He thought it would be them forever, no matter how corny that sounded. Besides this, Sano was worried about his girlfriend, Megumi. She wasn't really his girlfriend, as he never admitted it officially, he just like calling her so. He knew Megumi had feelings for him as well, but like Sano, she never admitted it. Lately, Sano noticed she was all over Enishi and Kenshin. Another woman in between the two. He was getting worried that he would lose her, so he decided to have a talk.
"Oi, Kitsune," Sano called. Megumi looked up from her mirror, where she was redoing her make up. She winked at him and returned her attention to her face, "Yes, Rooster?" Sano frowned, "Everything's different now, ne?" Megumi smirked. "I mean, with Kenshin gone and everything, Jou-chan and Enishi. Aoshi and Misao! It's just so weird." Megumi widened her evil grin, "You have me to thank." Sano was confused, "What?" "I'm the one who helped Enishi get that Tanuki. I don't know what the fuss about her, but I'm sure glad she's out of Kenshin's life." Sano grabbed her shoulders, "What? You were the one who made Kenshin miserable? You're the one who actually helped that spoilt brat? How could you?" Megumi slapped his hands away and glared at him, "How? You're asking me how? Because you never show me how much you loved me. I was beginning to think that you don't! At least Ken-san treated me nicely, instead of flirting around with other girls. He made me feel like a woman, at least. He showed me that I'm a worthy person, and that I'm not female trash! I fell in love with Kenshin and I wanted Kaoru out of the way. And the only way to do this is with Enishi. So there! That's your answer. If you had showed me that you loved me, I wouldn't have even bothered. But you're out, and guess what, Kenshin's in." With a huff, she left, bumping Sano's shoulders.
*** Two weeks had passed and no one but Misao and Aoshi seemed to be in a good mood. Aoshi and Misao were dating, so it was understandable why Misao skipped instead of walked when she was with Aoshi. Kaoru sighed. She will never find that kind of happiness. Sure, she had accepted Enishi as a friend, and he was pressuring her to be something more, but she didn't know what to do. She was still longing for Kenshin no matter how much he hurt her. She looked up and saw Enishi.
He kissed her cheek, and if Kaoru felt at all uncomfortable, she did a good job hiding it. Kaoru just smiled and continued to stare at well, nothing. They sat there in the park in silence, which drove Enishi mad. Then, it became dark. Kaoru looked up at the stars. No matter how she denied it, she was miserable. It's been weeks! She's annoying herself to death with these mushy notions about Kenshin. She grabbed Enishi's hand, who was startled by her sudden action. "Let's go drinking."
Enishi smirked. This was it. This was THE night. He obliged as he followed her, his hand in hers. Unknown to them, Sano had seen and heard them. He was taking a walk to clear his mind about Megumi when he saw the couple. He stayed back, in order to keep his presence unknown. They were quiet for a while until he saw Kaoru clench her fist and suggest drinking. Then he saw Enishi's smirk. Sano knew what this meant. Enishi would make Kaoru drink a lot and take advantage of her. He had to warn Kenshin.
He ran to his car and headed for Kenshin's house. When he arrived, he was that he was practicing with his sensei, Seijirou Hiko. "Baka deshi, if you keep getting distracted, you'll never master the last technique of Hiten Mitsurugi. Eh? It appears we have a visitor. Very well, that's it for today." Hiko said. Kenshin bowed to his master, sword in hand. As Hiko left, he continued to practice his katas. A board was propped up in the centre of the dojo, and Kenshin was slicing it apart. He was letting all his aggression out through this. It was exciting to watch Kenshin practice, with his accurate movements and such. He snapped out of his gaze, "Kenshin, I think Kaoru is in danger." Kenshin stopped attacking the board and looked at Sano, "Don't kid about things like that."
"I'm not. I heard her telling Enishi that she wanted to go drinking. And you know how Enishi is," Sano explained. Kenshin sighed, "It's obvious that Kaoru-dono doesn't want to be with me. Who she goes drinking with is none of my business. Sessha does not have the right to intrude her privacy." Sano's jaw dropped, flabbergasted at the redhead's reply. It was obvious he said that through clenched teeth.
He walked up to him, "Kenshin, Enishi is going to rape Kaoru. Do even think that Jou-chan would choose that psycho before you? It was all a plan by Enishi and M-Megumi. Jou-chan heard what you and Tomoe were talking about, but that wasn't mere coincidence, Megumi pushed her there. Then Enishi came to comfort her to look like the good guy! I'm not a very bright guy ("Oro?" said Kenshin) but I know what love is. And I know that Kaoru loves you as much as you love her. Now get your ass out of here and look for Jou-chan!"
Kenshin raised his eyebrow after Sano's speech. With that, the two ran to Sano's car, sakabatou in Kenshin's hand. Just in case.
***
Kaoru didn't know how many glasses she drank. Well, actually, she did. About two. She was in Enishi's house drinking, to numb her pain. She was getting drowsy. Unknown to her, Enishi had spiked the drink, so that he could use her to all of his advantage. She looked up at Enishi and found that he was gone and Kenshin was sitting in his place. Kaoru was too drunk to think and threw herself at him. Enishi was shocked, but pleased as well. Kaoru reached up to "Kenshin" and started to press her lips on him. Enishi carried her to the nearest couch and pinned her down. Kaoru enjoyed this and pulled him closer.
Suddenly, the door opened with an amber-eyed Kenshin, sakabatou in hand with Sano and a blabbering butler, "I tried to stop them, Master Enishi, but Master Kenshin has a sword." Kenshin gave him a deadly glare which made him shut up. He gripped his sakabatou tighter, "Enishi, how dare you take advantage of Kaoru!" Enishi got off Kaoru, who was fuming mad. Enishi raved, "What in the world?" Kaoru touched Enishi's hand to tame him, "I'll handle this, and,"she turned her sapphire eyes to Kenshin, "who do you think you are? You come here and butt in my privacy, which is none of your business!"
Kenshin watched Kaoru, swaying side to side. She was obviously drunk. Before he knew it, Kaoru was on the ground, snoring quietly. He looked at Enishi, "How many drinks did you offer her?" "Just two. Or three," Kenshin was horrified. You can't get that drunk with only two short glasses of liquor unless-- [A/n: I'm not sure about that part but just buy it..] "You spiked her drink. You bastard!"
Sano was aghast. Kenshin never swore, not even a single 'damn'. Enishi's eyes were ablazed. He opened one of the nearest cupboards and took out his sword, indicating a battle. Kenshin replied by unsheathing his sabakatou [oh yea, I dunno how to spell this], ignoring Sano's protests. He got into his fighting stance as Enishi did the same.
"So you decided to fight after all," Enishi scoffed. Kenshin kept his eyes on him. With a white flash, Enishi charged, but Kenshin got out of the way quickly, jumping over him. He didn't want to kill anyone; hence, the sakabatou's a good weapon in fighting. When he jumped behind him, Enishi turned his torso and slashed, cutting a portion of Kenshin's hair. Enishi turned fully and charged again, with Kenshin dodging every hit. When he reached the end of the room, Enishi charged, Kenshin pivoted, making him miss his target and pierce his sword through the wall. Enishi pulled it out and the next thing he saw was Kenshin above him, attacking. However, Enishi knew this movement too well. He ducked under Kenshin and emerged from behind, slashing his back.
"Kenshin!" Sano yelled, while clutching Kaoru out of the way. He didn't know what to do with the fight. Should he call the police? Keep it a secret? Kenshin sunk down to the floor. He had never experienced first- hand battle with a real sword except with his Master. Enishi's fighting style was different from Hiko's so he couldn't tell what he was doing. He looked up and saw that Enishi wasn't where he was moments ago. He sensed an angry ki at his left, where Enishi was coming down on to him. He blocked his sword with his own. Enishi pressed down harder, making the blade of the sakabatou come close to his neck. Kenshin gathered his strength and pressed back, this time, harder. Enishi released and charged again. Luckily, he got up in time. However, he misread his movements. He wasn't charging down, he was charging horizontally. He got hit with a blow and blood spurted everywhere. He clutched his side. He was hurting but he knew that no vital organs were hurt. He stood up.
"Not giving up, are you?" Enishi said, smirking. Kenshin looked for attacks to use on him. Then he remembered. The final attack of the Hiten Misturugi Ryuu. He got on his fighting stance once again and stared at Enishi, "Never. I will protect Kaoru from bastards like you," with that, he charged, hitting Enishi's nine vital points [or whatever that nine things are.lol]. Enishi fell down, excruciating pain running through his body. He had never felt such pain before. He glared at his opponent through his glasses, "Go ahead, attack."
Kenshin held his sword tighter but did not move. He couldn't kill him. He just can't. Suddenly, without any warning, he felt a sharp tip pierce the left side of his lower abdomen. More blood squirted out as he fell. Enishi weakly stood up and pointed his sword at Kenshin's head, "I'm going to kill all of you, slowly and painfully. Don't you think I can do it? I can get away with it! I have all the money in the world! Brace yourself, Himura!"
Kenshin closed his eyes. If this was how he was going to die, so be it. As long as he died for her. For Kaoru. "NO!" he heard her angelic voice scream. She covered her body over his protectively. "You can't kill him! If you must, you have to go through me!" Kaoru screamed. She had woken up a few moments earlier and saw Enishi attacking Kenshin.
"K-Kaoru. . ." Kenshin called. "I love you," was the last thing he heard from his angel until everything went black.