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Chapter 13
Got To Get Her
All was silent for a long period of time. Everybody just sat in the living room staring at each other whilst trying to let the reality of the situation sink in. "This is unreal" whispered Samantha hoarsely. Across her Akagi sat sternly observing all the girls, however his eyes were filled with sadness. Preeti who sat next to him added "Yeah! Who would want to kidnap her?" "What did she ever do wrong other than be an annoying pain in the you know where" continued Michelle. "I pity the kidnapper" on hearing this everybody turned to stare at the one who uttered these words. Shantona grinned "Think about it… Trishna ain't the kidnapee of the year! She'd most probably talk the poor guy to death!" It was a weak attempt at humor but it worked. Soon after Sunny launched into all the various ways the kidnaper was being tortured by Trishna's never-ending talking. Samantha and Preeti joined in enthusiastically repeating all of Trishna's various escapades trying their level best to hang on to their normal world where thugs were problems which would never find their way to them.
Sakuragi, Akagi, Kogure, Rukawa (who was awake) and the Sakuragi guntai (who had been forced out of bed) stood there watching the girls talk happily as if nothing was wrong. Pity overwhelmed all of them but still they just stood there not knowing how to broach the subject.
"Hey… where is Micchy? Weren't they together?" asked Samantha suddenly as she had finally noticed his absence. "Yeah… you're right! Don't tell me that he too was kidnapped" added Michelle. Somehow or rather the idea of Mitsui being helpless and carried away against his will didn't seem to be right and soon after the girls had burst out laughing once again.
//She didn't deserve this. None of them do… they are still so damn naïve! This shouldn't have happened. Somebody has to tell them // and with a sigh Rukawa spoke up and told all the girls about Mitsui's past, all of it, they had a right to know it.
By the time Rukawa had finished, the room was totally silent. The fact that Rukawa had spoken didn't seem astonishing now as the facts of his story had much more weight over his unusual behavior. "It is his entire fault, huh?" whispered Preeti. "Get me my bottle! He is so going to pay!" shouted Samantha putting on her bravado act.
Hanamichi heard Sammy but he didn't seem to listen to a word she said… he actually saw the hurt that was overflowing in her eyes and with that he went to one of his closest friends and put his arms around her and tried to comfort her. She tried resisting at first but soon enough her control crumbled right in front of her and she finally gave in, totally worried about her friend's well being.
Akagi was with Preet while the Sakuragi guntai and Kogure were attending to the other girls.
Rukawa had done his part, but as he saw his teammates console the new girls who had somehow or rather managed to find a place in all their hearts, he felt like something was missing. Yeah… his new friend wasn't there, she was the one everybody was worried about, and he finally realized that her friendship had creeped its way into his life without even his knowledge. He was worried, in fact he was very worried, but he just sat down and kept his cold façade in place.
The next day…
Trishna woke up with a mind-blowing headache. Something stank! "Oi! Do you mind shoving that bloody stinking bottle somewhere else and not inside my nose" stated Trishna jerking her head away suddenly and immediately regretting it as her headache only became worse. "Hmm… aren't you a polite girl! What you not a morning person?" said a very coarse voice. Her headache was finally settling and soon enough she slowly opened her eyes, squinting to get use to the sudden onslaught of sunlight. She looked ahead of her and noticed a bulky man peering down at her. //He looks familiar! But where? The park? That guy? Nah it couldn't be! //
He looked at her trying to figure out who he was. //That bitch! She can't even remember me… well soon enough she won't be having any difficulties // "Remember me, darling?" he asked her while leaning over to look at her face to face.
"The park I think… I am not sure… well so am I right?" asked Trishna impatiently; all along trying to figure out what she was doing here. "Not bad for a little girl… you have a pretty good memory… too bad for you… you're never going to want to remember what happened" replied the man. "Whatever… but if you are going to do stuff to me! There should be a few things you should know. Firstly, I am so not a little girl. Secondly, I don't think that I deserve any sort of punishment as I really am a sweet girl if you got to knew me…" batting her big eyes at him, "…and lastly… hmm… wait… no, that was the last one, however before you proceed I think that I am entitled to know why I am here" stated Trishna not once showing the fear that was threatening to unleash itself. // Lesson one never show fear… no wait… that was for an attacking dog. Damn! Think! Lemme see… yeah! Never piss your attacker off even more. Wait that could work both ways. I could always try talking to him to death that could work! Doubt it! But maybe I should talk and find out as much as possible//
//No wonder Mitsui liked her! She had guts! She actually told him directly why he shouldn't harm her and then she asked him why she was here. Stupid bitch! She wasn't scared or at least she wasn't showing it. Damn it! I can fix that soon enough she'll be writhing in fear and she'd never want to see Mitsui again.// "You're Mitsui's girl… and me and him have some unfinished business which I'd like to conclude" he said softly. "Huh? What the hell are you talking about? Me? Mitsui's girl? Where in the world did you get that idea?" Trishna said in between her fits of laughter. //She was mocking him. She had guts but she was too stupid for her own good. That and she was lying // "He seized her neck and slowly strangling her he said "Don't you dare laugh at me you bitch! And don't you think of lying to me! I saw you with him in the park."
Her eyes widened involuntary, she needed air! This guy seemed to be enjoying seeing her suffer. //Never mind… I'll figure a way out… goddess of gab, please help me // and after that silent prayer she looked at her kidnapper and with all her remaining power whispered "So you don't like being laughed at, huh? Can't blame you no one likes being laughed at but then again who can help themselves when it comes to you" she had hit a nerve and she continued "Think about it… are you really that dense? God! So big deal I was walking with him… no, instead you being the genius that you are… pieced that together and jumped to the conclusion that I am his girl… I don't think so… I guess that you really are all bulk and no brain huh?" her voice taking on a tone that was perfect.
//She was mocking him! That bitch was insulting him! // and as soon as she finished her statement he delivered a blow.
She could taste the blood in her mouth and it felt like her brain was on a rollercoaster ride in her skull. //Never show fear. // Summoning all the power she had, she lifted her head and looked at him dead in the eyes, a grin slowly spreading across her face and said "But it's true ain't it? You really are all that dense!" but those were her last words as the world had suddenly gone blank.
Meanwhile…
There was pin-drop silence in the court. Everybody was thinking about Trishna. Samantha and Preeti had come to practice as per usual and they sat down in their corner. Everyone sensed what was missing.
Akagi cringed inwardly as he remember how he had always condemned the loud mouthed Trishna, but now he missed what he hated the most. He looked across the court towards Preeti who was huddled in the corner with Samantha, both of whom had black bags and looked like they were on the verge of tears. Mitsui hadn't been in school the whole of the day and Akagi's worry that he'd get himself involved in something, was escalating by the minute.
Mitsui hurriedly ran to the court, he was in a fix. He had to choose between his friend or the game, and though the decision had already been made he hadn't realized it. He barged into the court only to find the team which was totally silent. Even Rukawa wasn't practicing. He was just standing there looking at the corner. Mitsui soon realized that everyone was looking at the corner and on following their gaze her was met with two icy stares. He took a step back not knowing how to react //So they know… it's my fault. No wonder they stare like that and I wouldn't blame them. This isn't the time… I need help //
With that he walked up to Akagi and started seriously "I need help. I know who has her and I know why. I know where she is… but I need help. This guy we are dealing with is ruthless and he also has one of the biggest gangs ever. I wouldn't drag you in if Hota and I could handle this but I can't. Tetsuo is with me but what can five guys do against a whole gang. I know that I am not supposed to fight… but under these circumstances," his cool control shattered at that moment and he cried helplessly. "Her life is on the line because of me and this is too much for the police to handle… please Akagi help me" before he could continue begging a hand was laid on his shoulder and he turned around only to see Rukawa. "I'm in and I think that everyone else too." Turning around he saw that everybody was looking at him. They all had a flame in their eyes and he finally realized that he wasn't the only one who took this personally. "Woi! I am in as well! I may be a girl who happens to be crippled but you know as well as I do that I am a hell of a lot more dangerous armed with my crutch." Mitsui whirled around and stared at Samantha. She was dead serious however she wasn't glaring at him anymore. "You are her friend and no matter what you did then, you will always be her friend. If she knew about your past she wouldn't judge you but she'd accept it and make us realize that that's the past. She wouldn't want us to hate you and although I did… it only lasted for a few seconds. I am coming along and going to kick some ass!" said a very serious and scary Samantha. He was stunned once again by this girl and their friendship. He stared at her analyzing the situation, and soon enough he realized that it would be better if Trish had a friend on the scene. He nodded his head in agreement and than walked out of the court with Akagi, Kogure, Rukawa, Sakuragi and his guntai, Preeti and a hobbling Samantha, and led them to meet up with Tetsuo and Hota.
That evening…
He sat in the room waiting for the action to start. Behind him lay a battered up Trishna. //Stupid bitch had a large trap! She deserved all that she had got // and with that he grinned waiting for all of it to start.
Everyone was staring at them. Could you blame them? Who wouldn't stare at a group of tall scary looking guys.
The thugs knew Mitsui as soon as they saw him and started the attack, however they were in for a big surprise as they hadn't counted on encountering all the other guys.
Mitsui knew exactly where to go. The rest had the fight under control so he and Tetsuo slipped away to deal with Aoshi.
Aoshi heard Trishna stirring in the bed and he didn't want any complications to occur while he and Mitsui had it out. He approached her and looked down at the battered girl. He liked the feel of superiority which he gained in that position but soon enough anger welled within him. //That stupid bitch was smiling at him // and with that last thought he slapped her hard against her cheek once more and grinned as he looked down at the helpless girl.
"You asshole! The fight is between us! Why did you go and drag her into the picture? You gutless son of a *****! After which you attack her while she is helpless… gutless is the perfect word for you!" shouted an enraged Mitsui. Aoshi looked at Mitsui, an evil glint in his eyes, "So she really is your girl, huh? I have seen better looking ones but I gotta hand it to you… she has a whole lot of guts, ne?" a grin plastered over his face, "I told you that you'd regret ever denying me and so now it is time for your lesson!" with that he bent down slowly towards Trishna all the time looking at Mitsui's face.
Aoshi was so engrossed with Mitsui's reaction that he didn't realize when Tetsuo had reached him. Suddenly from behind him a hand grabbed his neck and soon enough he and Tetsuo were involved in a fight.
Mitsui ran to check to see if Trishna was alright and he winced as he looked down at her battered up face. She wasn't responding to him but he sighed in relief when he checked her pulse and realized that she was still alive.
Tetsuo had Aoshi in his arms. Mitsui approached Aoshi and the he started kicking him, taking out all his anger on the asshole.
Akagi and the others stood at the door. The watched Mitsui, and finally, they realized how deadly he had become in two years. They were rooted to their positions, staring, not able to go and stop him, however in the corner of their hearts they all knew that they didn't want him to stop.
//Damn it! Why does my head feel like a blender? Shit! That guy is really strong! Hey… what is that noise? // Slowly, Trishna turned her head and opened her eyes, all the time ignoring the stinging pain. The room was dark but she still managed to make out what was going on.
"Stop!" it was a hoarse whisper but everybody had heard it. They all turned to Trishna who was now blinking at Mitsui, shaking her head ever so slightly in a gesture that said that he was wrong. Mitsui rushed to her side to help her out. Joy spread itself over his face and he cradled her in his arms and helped her up and towards the door. Aoshi was forgotten.
//That bitch was awake! How is that possible? She is so going to pay // and with that Aoshi lunged at Trishna who was leaning against Mitsui.
Everybody stared in horror as they saw him coming.
Samantha on seeing that idiot getting up, stepped up front and threw the cake that was in her hands at him. (A/N: she was conviniently carrying the cake, which she baked, with her as she wanted to give it to Trishna who was most probably starving). The cake landed on Aoshi's head with a loud thud and Aoshi fell to the ground, completely knock out.
Everyone sweatdropped and turned to look at Samantha.
Samantha just shrugged her shoulders and looked at Trishna screaming silently at the sight which greeted her.
Trishna looked at Samantha and then she looked at Aoshi and then the cake. When she looked at Samantha again amusement filled her voice "Was that the special desert that you were talking about making yesterday? Bless my lucky stars that I wasn't home!" however she fainted as soon as those words came out.
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Chapter 13
Got To Get Her
All was silent for a long period of time. Everybody just sat in the living room staring at each other whilst trying to let the reality of the situation sink in. "This is unreal" whispered Samantha hoarsely. Across her Akagi sat sternly observing all the girls, however his eyes were filled with sadness. Preeti who sat next to him added "Yeah! Who would want to kidnap her?" "What did she ever do wrong other than be an annoying pain in the you know where" continued Michelle. "I pity the kidnapper" on hearing this everybody turned to stare at the one who uttered these words. Shantona grinned "Think about it… Trishna ain't the kidnapee of the year! She'd most probably talk the poor guy to death!" It was a weak attempt at humor but it worked. Soon after Sunny launched into all the various ways the kidnaper was being tortured by Trishna's never-ending talking. Samantha and Preeti joined in enthusiastically repeating all of Trishna's various escapades trying their level best to hang on to their normal world where thugs were problems which would never find their way to them.
Sakuragi, Akagi, Kogure, Rukawa (who was awake) and the Sakuragi guntai (who had been forced out of bed) stood there watching the girls talk happily as if nothing was wrong. Pity overwhelmed all of them but still they just stood there not knowing how to broach the subject.
"Hey… where is Micchy? Weren't they together?" asked Samantha suddenly as she had finally noticed his absence. "Yeah… you're right! Don't tell me that he too was kidnapped" added Michelle. Somehow or rather the idea of Mitsui being helpless and carried away against his will didn't seem to be right and soon after the girls had burst out laughing once again.
//She didn't deserve this. None of them do… they are still so damn naïve! This shouldn't have happened. Somebody has to tell them // and with a sigh Rukawa spoke up and told all the girls about Mitsui's past, all of it, they had a right to know it.
By the time Rukawa had finished, the room was totally silent. The fact that Rukawa had spoken didn't seem astonishing now as the facts of his story had much more weight over his unusual behavior. "It is his entire fault, huh?" whispered Preeti. "Get me my bottle! He is so going to pay!" shouted Samantha putting on her bravado act.
Hanamichi heard Sammy but he didn't seem to listen to a word she said… he actually saw the hurt that was overflowing in her eyes and with that he went to one of his closest friends and put his arms around her and tried to comfort her. She tried resisting at first but soon enough her control crumbled right in front of her and she finally gave in, totally worried about her friend's well being.
Akagi was with Preet while the Sakuragi guntai and Kogure were attending to the other girls.
Rukawa had done his part, but as he saw his teammates console the new girls who had somehow or rather managed to find a place in all their hearts, he felt like something was missing. Yeah… his new friend wasn't there, she was the one everybody was worried about, and he finally realized that her friendship had creeped its way into his life without even his knowledge. He was worried, in fact he was very worried, but he just sat down and kept his cold façade in place.
The next day…
Trishna woke up with a mind-blowing headache. Something stank! "Oi! Do you mind shoving that bloody stinking bottle somewhere else and not inside my nose" stated Trishna jerking her head away suddenly and immediately regretting it as her headache only became worse. "Hmm… aren't you a polite girl! What you not a morning person?" said a very coarse voice. Her headache was finally settling and soon enough she slowly opened her eyes, squinting to get use to the sudden onslaught of sunlight. She looked ahead of her and noticed a bulky man peering down at her. //He looks familiar! But where? The park? That guy? Nah it couldn't be! //
He looked at her trying to figure out who he was. //That bitch! She can't even remember me… well soon enough she won't be having any difficulties // "Remember me, darling?" he asked her while leaning over to look at her face to face.
"The park I think… I am not sure… well so am I right?" asked Trishna impatiently; all along trying to figure out what she was doing here. "Not bad for a little girl… you have a pretty good memory… too bad for you… you're never going to want to remember what happened" replied the man. "Whatever… but if you are going to do stuff to me! There should be a few things you should know. Firstly, I am so not a little girl. Secondly, I don't think that I deserve any sort of punishment as I really am a sweet girl if you got to knew me…" batting her big eyes at him, "…and lastly… hmm… wait… no, that was the last one, however before you proceed I think that I am entitled to know why I am here" stated Trishna not once showing the fear that was threatening to unleash itself. // Lesson one never show fear… no wait… that was for an attacking dog. Damn! Think! Lemme see… yeah! Never piss your attacker off even more. Wait that could work both ways. I could always try talking to him to death that could work! Doubt it! But maybe I should talk and find out as much as possible//
//No wonder Mitsui liked her! She had guts! She actually told him directly why he shouldn't harm her and then she asked him why she was here. Stupid bitch! She wasn't scared or at least she wasn't showing it. Damn it! I can fix that soon enough she'll be writhing in fear and she'd never want to see Mitsui again.// "You're Mitsui's girl… and me and him have some unfinished business which I'd like to conclude" he said softly. "Huh? What the hell are you talking about? Me? Mitsui's girl? Where in the world did you get that idea?" Trishna said in between her fits of laughter. //She was mocking him. She had guts but she was too stupid for her own good. That and she was lying // "He seized her neck and slowly strangling her he said "Don't you dare laugh at me you bitch! And don't you think of lying to me! I saw you with him in the park."
Her eyes widened involuntary, she needed air! This guy seemed to be enjoying seeing her suffer. //Never mind… I'll figure a way out… goddess of gab, please help me // and after that silent prayer she looked at her kidnapper and with all her remaining power whispered "So you don't like being laughed at, huh? Can't blame you no one likes being laughed at but then again who can help themselves when it comes to you" she had hit a nerve and she continued "Think about it… are you really that dense? God! So big deal I was walking with him… no, instead you being the genius that you are… pieced that together and jumped to the conclusion that I am his girl… I don't think so… I guess that you really are all bulk and no brain huh?" her voice taking on a tone that was perfect.
//She was mocking him! That bitch was insulting him! // and as soon as she finished her statement he delivered a blow.
She could taste the blood in her mouth and it felt like her brain was on a rollercoaster ride in her skull. //Never show fear. // Summoning all the power she had, she lifted her head and looked at him dead in the eyes, a grin slowly spreading across her face and said "But it's true ain't it? You really are all that dense!" but those were her last words as the world had suddenly gone blank.
Meanwhile…
There was pin-drop silence in the court. Everybody was thinking about Trishna. Samantha and Preeti had come to practice as per usual and they sat down in their corner. Everyone sensed what was missing.
Akagi cringed inwardly as he remember how he had always condemned the loud mouthed Trishna, but now he missed what he hated the most. He looked across the court towards Preeti who was huddled in the corner with Samantha, both of whom had black bags and looked like they were on the verge of tears. Mitsui hadn't been in school the whole of the day and Akagi's worry that he'd get himself involved in something, was escalating by the minute.
Mitsui hurriedly ran to the court, he was in a fix. He had to choose between his friend or the game, and though the decision had already been made he hadn't realized it. He barged into the court only to find the team which was totally silent. Even Rukawa wasn't practicing. He was just standing there looking at the corner. Mitsui soon realized that everyone was looking at the corner and on following their gaze her was met with two icy stares. He took a step back not knowing how to react //So they know… it's my fault. No wonder they stare like that and I wouldn't blame them. This isn't the time… I need help //
With that he walked up to Akagi and started seriously "I need help. I know who has her and I know why. I know where she is… but I need help. This guy we are dealing with is ruthless and he also has one of the biggest gangs ever. I wouldn't drag you in if Hota and I could handle this but I can't. Tetsuo is with me but what can five guys do against a whole gang. I know that I am not supposed to fight… but under these circumstances," his cool control shattered at that moment and he cried helplessly. "Her life is on the line because of me and this is too much for the police to handle… please Akagi help me" before he could continue begging a hand was laid on his shoulder and he turned around only to see Rukawa. "I'm in and I think that everyone else too." Turning around he saw that everybody was looking at him. They all had a flame in their eyes and he finally realized that he wasn't the only one who took this personally. "Woi! I am in as well! I may be a girl who happens to be crippled but you know as well as I do that I am a hell of a lot more dangerous armed with my crutch." Mitsui whirled around and stared at Samantha. She was dead serious however she wasn't glaring at him anymore. "You are her friend and no matter what you did then, you will always be her friend. If she knew about your past she wouldn't judge you but she'd accept it and make us realize that that's the past. She wouldn't want us to hate you and although I did… it only lasted for a few seconds. I am coming along and going to kick some ass!" said a very serious and scary Samantha. He was stunned once again by this girl and their friendship. He stared at her analyzing the situation, and soon enough he realized that it would be better if Trish had a friend on the scene. He nodded his head in agreement and than walked out of the court with Akagi, Kogure, Rukawa, Sakuragi and his guntai, Preeti and a hobbling Samantha, and led them to meet up with Tetsuo and Hota.
That evening…
He sat in the room waiting for the action to start. Behind him lay a battered up Trishna. //Stupid bitch had a large trap! She deserved all that she had got // and with that he grinned waiting for all of it to start.
Everyone was staring at them. Could you blame them? Who wouldn't stare at a group of tall scary looking guys.
The thugs knew Mitsui as soon as they saw him and started the attack, however they were in for a big surprise as they hadn't counted on encountering all the other guys.
Mitsui knew exactly where to go. The rest had the fight under control so he and Tetsuo slipped away to deal with Aoshi.
Aoshi heard Trishna stirring in the bed and he didn't want any complications to occur while he and Mitsui had it out. He approached her and looked down at the battered girl. He liked the feel of superiority which he gained in that position but soon enough anger welled within him. //That stupid bitch was smiling at him // and with that last thought he slapped her hard against her cheek once more and grinned as he looked down at the helpless girl.
"You asshole! The fight is between us! Why did you go and drag her into the picture? You gutless son of a *****! After which you attack her while she is helpless… gutless is the perfect word for you!" shouted an enraged Mitsui. Aoshi looked at Mitsui, an evil glint in his eyes, "So she really is your girl, huh? I have seen better looking ones but I gotta hand it to you… she has a whole lot of guts, ne?" a grin plastered over his face, "I told you that you'd regret ever denying me and so now it is time for your lesson!" with that he bent down slowly towards Trishna all the time looking at Mitsui's face.
Aoshi was so engrossed with Mitsui's reaction that he didn't realize when Tetsuo had reached him. Suddenly from behind him a hand grabbed his neck and soon enough he and Tetsuo were involved in a fight.
Mitsui ran to check to see if Trishna was alright and he winced as he looked down at her battered up face. She wasn't responding to him but he sighed in relief when he checked her pulse and realized that she was still alive.
Tetsuo had Aoshi in his arms. Mitsui approached Aoshi and the he started kicking him, taking out all his anger on the asshole.
Akagi and the others stood at the door. The watched Mitsui, and finally, they realized how deadly he had become in two years. They were rooted to their positions, staring, not able to go and stop him, however in the corner of their hearts they all knew that they didn't want him to stop.
//Damn it! Why does my head feel like a blender? Shit! That guy is really strong! Hey… what is that noise? // Slowly, Trishna turned her head and opened her eyes, all the time ignoring the stinging pain. The room was dark but she still managed to make out what was going on.
"Stop!" it was a hoarse whisper but everybody had heard it. They all turned to Trishna who was now blinking at Mitsui, shaking her head ever so slightly in a gesture that said that he was wrong. Mitsui rushed to her side to help her out. Joy spread itself over his face and he cradled her in his arms and helped her up and towards the door. Aoshi was forgotten.
//That bitch was awake! How is that possible? She is so going to pay // and with that Aoshi lunged at Trishna who was leaning against Mitsui.
Everybody stared in horror as they saw him coming.
Samantha on seeing that idiot getting up, stepped up front and threw the cake that was in her hands at him. (A/N: she was conviniently carrying the cake, which she baked, with her as she wanted to give it to Trishna who was most probably starving). The cake landed on Aoshi's head with a loud thud and Aoshi fell to the ground, completely knock out.
Everyone sweatdropped and turned to look at Samantha.
Samantha just shrugged her shoulders and looked at Trishna screaming silently at the sight which greeted her.
Trishna looked at Samantha and then she looked at Aoshi and then the cake. When she looked at Samantha again amusement filled her voice "Was that the special desert that you were talking about making yesterday? Bless my lucky stars that I wasn't home!" however she fainted as soon as those words came out.
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