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A.N. Ok, chapter 4 now up. Man am I ever on a writing spree. But like I care. Newhoz...I don't have much to say except thanx to those who reviewed. And I hope that you enjoy this chapter. Read on.....
'...thoughts...'
"...talking..."
(...me talking...)
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True Happiness
Tenchi woke up, the sun beating down upon his face. He blinked a couple of time to let his eyes get use to the brightness. He looked down and found Ryoko sleeping soundly on his shoulder. He smiled down at her and moved some hair that had fallen in her front of her eyes. His thoughts returned to the night before, everything Ryoko had told him. He just continued to look at her, as though trying to figure all this out. He sighed lightly and removed Ryoko from his shoulder. He layed her head on his pillow, climbed iver her, trying his damnedest not to wake her up, covered her back up with the blanket, and slowly walked out of the room. 'I really need to talk to Washu about this." He said to himself as he closed the door behind him.
As Tenchi left, Ryoko began waking up. Her eyes fluttering open from the brightness of the sun. For a while she just layed there, trying to wake herself up totally. Finally she sighed and sat up. She looked around, not reconizing her surroundings. Then she remember last night and smiled. She placed a hand on her stomach unconsciouly and starred in front of her, her dreams coming back to herself. She still didn't understand anything of what happened. So instead she just shrugged it away, telling herself that she'd figure it out later. So she climbed out of bed and back to her room to grab some clothes. She then went to the Onsen for a good soak, hoping to losen up a little.
//back by Tenchi//
Tenchi walked into Washu's lab and was surprised to find that Washu was awake. She was typing away on her holographic computer, not noticing that Tenchi had entered until she heard her name called.
"Little Washu?" asked Tenchi, hoping to get her attention.
Washu looked up and smiled when she found Tenchi. "Good Morning Tenchi. What can I do for you?"
"I was going to ask you something if you had the time."
"Oh, sure. Here have a seat." A chair appeared out of no where and was placed by Washu. "So, what is it you wanted?"
"Well," began Tenchi as he took a seat nest to Washu. "I don't know if I should tell you this, if Ryoko found out I'm pretty sure she's get pissed at me."
"If it's about Ryoko Tenchi, it's best if you do tell me..."
"Well, if you're sure..." Tenchi hesitated at first, but decided that it might be best for Ryoko and Mayuka. "Well, appearently Ryoko has had nightmares for the past month and she doesn't know what it means. And I don't blame her there. But the strangest thing that has happened so far is the one she had last night. She said that a mysterious personm who looked like her, had come to her dreams and said that she had to choose."
"Choose, huh? What exactly?"
"Between herself...or Mayuka. It said that she would understand when the time came. But we still don't understand what it meant by that."
"Hummm, I see the problem. And when you found this out, did you stay with her?"
"She came to my room last night. That's how I found out. I had her stay with me for the rest of the night incase it happened again."
"And did it?"
"No, unless I sleep through the whole thing....."
"And that would be highly unlikely. So according to what you said just now is that Ryoko has these nightmares and they get worse with every dream. But last night when she stayed with you, nothing happened. The only way I can figure this out Tenchi is if I take samples of her brain waves. She the difference. And if there is a major difference from when she's alone and when you're there, that means that you're the key to controlling this. And if that is true, you'll have to stay with her until I can figure this all out."
"And do you think you can?"
"Yes, I'm pretty sure I can. But I can tell you this so far. If Ryoko has dreams like those, there unusally of her past or things to come..."
"You mean that this could actually happen?"
Washu brought up her holo computer and continued to speak. "The possiblity of it happening is 80%. You see Tenchi, if you have ever been in the same room as her while she had her nightmares couple monthes back, you find that those dream were of her past. And from what I can tell, Ryoko is having those same dreams, only with her future this time."
"And what could happen if that happens?"
"Tenchi, listen closely and listen good. I don't want to have to explain this more than once." Tenchi shook her head yes and Washu sighed. "Like the dream said Tenchi, she had to choose between herself or her daughter now. Which means, one would most likely die." Tenchi's eyes widened with shook and disbelief. "And knowing Ryoko, she'd choose My to live, and in the process, kill herself.....And unless there is something that I can find or create to prevent this...I'm afraid that is exactly what will happen."
Tenchi was quiet for a few minutes, registering everything Washu had just said. He didn't want to believe what was just said. But in the back of his mind, he knew it was true. "Is there anyway possible I can somehow prevent this?" he asked looking down at the ground.
"I don't know Tenchi. And the likely hood of having your Jurai power working here is slim to none. I'm afriad the only thing you can do right now is be there for her Tenchi. Be there to comfort her and reassure her that everything will be alright. That's the best you can do right now. And if I find something that you can help with I'll make sure to let you know." Tenchi shook his head yes in response. Washu smiled at him and placed a hand on his shoulder, causing him to look up at her. "I know how much you want to help Tenchi, and I appreciate that. And for right now, the first thing you can help me with is to con Ryoko to coming in my lab so I can do those tests. Alright?"
"Alright. When do you want to see her?"
"Whenever you feel. K?"
"Alright. Well, thanks for everything Little Washu. I'm gonna go see if breakfast is ready yet."
"Ok, I'll come with you since I have nothing to do right now."
So Washu and Tenchi walked out of the lab into the living room to find that everyone was awake.
"Hey, where's Ryoko?" asked Tenchi.
"I saw her at the Onsen earlier, but she left just before I did," said Mihoshi as she sat down at the dinning room table.
"Yes, and she's not in her room either. I went to call her for breakfast, but she wasn't there. So I figured she was wherever you were," answered Ayeka as she too sat at the table.
"She's been sitting on the roof a lot lately. Maybe she's there," chimmed in Sasami as she set the food on the table.
"Well, I'll go look. I'll be back in a few."
"Alright Lord Tenchi. Don't be too long. Breakfast will get cold."
Tenchi walked outside after excusing himself and walked to the side of the house to find a latter laying against the house. Tenchi climbed up it, hoping that she was up there. When he got to the top he found Ryoko sittin all the way at the other end, her feet tangling over the egde. He walked up to her carefully and placed a hand on her shoulder. Ryoko jumped slightly and looked over her shoulder to find Tenchi's gentle face smiling at her. She smiled back and motioned for him to sit next her her.
Tenchi sat down, his feet over the edge as well. "So, how are you dong now?" he asked gently.
"I'm doing ok. I didn't have anymore nightmares after I told you last night."
"That's good..."
Ryoko looked over at Tenchi, something popping into her head. "Tenchi?..."
"Yea Ryoko?"
"What is it?"
"Huh? What is what?"
"You're hiding something from me. I can tell. So what is it? I promise I won't get angry."
Tenchi looked down at the ground. As if contemplating if he should tell her. But he sighed in defeat, knowing that he'd never win. "I talked to Washu...about last night....."
"Oh," Ryoko then too looked down towards the ground and questioned, "And, what did she say?"
"The usualy bad news."
"That's not surprising..."
"She said she wanted to see you later. She wanted to check out your brain waves......"
"No way!"
"Huh? Why not? It might help."
"No way Tenchi. Last time I actually went in that lab before deciding to have Mayuka I got freaked out because I was left in there all alone. And I'm not about to do that again!"
"But Ryoko..."
"I said no Tenchi! You try going through what I did with the life I've had! IT's not fun! Trust me! You spend 700 years in that cave of mine and then get locked up in that lab for days in the pitch black. It's scary Tenchi. And the only reason why I stayed in the lab before was because I knew someone would always be there if not my mom but you or one of the others. And I'm not about to go in that lab knowing that I was going to be left alone...." A tear fell from Ryoko's eyes as she tried explaining what it was like for her.
Tenchi noticed this and wiped the tear away with his finger, then placed his hand on the sideof her face, making Ryoko to look over at him. "Ryoko," he began quietly. "I promise that you wouldn't be alone. I'd be right there with you. I would never leave you alone in there by yourself. I swear it."
Ryoko looked Tenchi in the eyes and knew he was telling the truth. "You swear it with all your heart?"
"Cross my heart and hope to die."
Ryoko smiled. "How about if I said I'd think about it."
"Good enough. At least I tried." Tenchi smiled back at Ryoko and leaned in to give her a hug. "Ryoko, I promise that you'll never be alone through this pregnancy. I'll always be there for you."
Ryoko could feel her tears build up in her eyes again at Tenchi words and hugged him tighter. "Thank you Tenchi," she whispered only loud enough for him to hear it.
Tenchi smiled again as he broke away from the hug. "What do you say that wwe go back inside for breakfast?"
"Alright. I'm hungry anyway."
Tenchi chucked lightly and helped Ryoko stand up. They walked back to the latter and proceeded to climb back down. "You know Ryoko," Tenchi said trying to lighten up the mood. "You won't be able to go up there like that for much longer."
Ryoko laughed slightly and responded, "I know, but since I'm not showing yet, I'm taking advantage of it."
Tenchi laughedat that. "Yea I bet."
"What, you don't believe me?" she said innocently.
Tenchi rooled his eyes and laughed again. "Come on Ryoko."
"Yes sir!" They both laughed and walked back inside and ate breakfast just intime to still eat with everyone else.
// That night//
"How you conned me into this Tenchi I will never know," said Ryoko as she and Tenchi walked into Washu's lab.
"Look Ryoko, if you want to know if everything will be alright, you'll let Washu do this. Alright?"
"Alright. What ever you say Tenchi."
"Well, hello there," said Washu as she turned in her floating seat and faced the pair. "I'm figuring you're here for what I said earlier?"
"Yes. But I still say I don't like the idea of being in here. It still freaks me out sometimes."
"I know Ryoko, but if you want to know if Mayuka will be alright, you have to come in here. Especially for those check-ups you'll need to make sure everything is going good."
"I know, I know. Can e just get this over with? Please!"
"Alright, alright. Keep your shorts on. Just sit on the table over there. I'll be there in a sec. I just need to get a few things first."
"Ok."
Ryoko sat on the table, scaried as ever, as she waited for Washu. 'At least Tenchi's here with me.' she said to herself as she looked at him instead of the lab. Washu came back with a few things that she needed to hook up to Ryoko.
"What's all this for?" asked Ryoko as she looked at the things that would be put on her forhead.
"Oh, they're just something to check on your brain waves while you sleep."
"You mean I actually have to sleep?"
"Yes Ryoko. In order for me to get what I need, you'll have to sleep for a little while."
"But why? I hate sleeping in here, and you know it!"
"Don't worry," cut in Tenchi. "Everything will be alright. I'll be right here while you're sleeping. Ok?"
Ryoko thought about that for a little while then gave in. "Alright Tenchi. Just don't you dare leave this lab."
"I promise."
Ryoko nodded her head and layed back.
"Ok Ryoko, I'm just going to give you this little shot. It should help you sleep. Just try and relax, alright?"
"Ok, I'll try." Ryoko closed her eyes as she felt the needle prick her arms. Soon after the affects of the shot kicked in and next thing she knew was Tenchi saying "good night" to her.
"Ok, looks like it kicked in. Tenchi stay here. I might need your help later."
"Alright," responded Tenchi, not like he was going anywhere anyway.
//Ryoko's dream//
Ryoko was laying on what was called a floor. Everything around her was black as she slept. As she woke up, she could feel the coldness of the air stick through her clothes. She sat up quickly as she heard a small cry echo around her. She looked around and saw nothing. Then a little light was seen in the distance, as if calling out for her. She slowly stood up and began to head in the direction of the mysterious light. And dispite the cold trying to hold her back down to the floor, she continued to walk and fight the coldness that was trying to take over. When she got close enough to the light, everything around her began to change. It was now warm. Everything around her bright and beautiful. The sun was beating down on her. Teh brids played their loving music. But no matter what she listened to, the sound of someone crying was always heard.
She began to walk in the direction of the crying when she happened to find a girl crying in her hands, kneeling in front of two crosses, one inparticular. She knew who the little girl was. The little girl had blue hair, about the age of 5 or 6. "My..." she whispered. But the girl didn't hear her. She just continued to cry. So Ryoko tried to lay a hand on her shoulder and went right through her.
Ryoko eyes went wide as this happened. She looked over at the first cross and knew it was Achika's. But when she looked at other her eyes became wider. It said,
Ryoko Hakubi/Masaki.
A dear friend to us all, and an even greater mother. We will miss you.
Flowers were layed all about as she just looked at it. Then back at Mayuka who was now starring at the same cross. She lightly whispered, "Mommy.....I don't know if...if you can hear me or not, but...but I just thought that...that I'd say I loevd you. And.....And even though I don't know you.....I truely do miss you. I hope you're living a peace...peaceful life now. And I hope you didn't forget about me or daddy. He mises you very much t...too. I hope...to see you someday mommy. But until then, I'll bring you these lovely flowers that daddy says you love.....Well, I suppose I shoudl go...go home now. I miss you mommy. I come back tomorrow to bring more flowers." She slowly stood up, tears still falling from her eyes. "Good bye mommy." Then she left, leaving Ryoko to watch after her.
//In reality//
"Whoa!"
"What? What is it Washu?" asked Tenchi as he turned hie attention towards her.
"You should see this Tenchi. One minute she's just fine. Then out of nowhere her brain waves started jumping like crazy."
Tenchi looked over at Ryoko and saw the sweat beginning to form on her forhead. "Is there anything I can do?"
"No, not now. Here brain waves are starting to calm down now. But this just might be the tip of the iceberg. So stay alert."
Tenchi did as he was told and watched Ryoko carefully. Hoping that everything would be alright.
//Back in the dream//
Ryoko could still fell tears from her eyes as she sat on the floor. Nothing had changed since Mayuka had left. But as Ryoko sat there, she noticed things were beginning to change slowly. She stood up, her tears stopped, and looked around. The scene was changing all by itself. When it was done she found herself in fronr of the Masaki residence. The sun shining, the lake radiating the raz of the sun. The sky was as blue as Mayuka's eyes.
She just stood there, enjoying the smell, sight, and breeze. But once again, she heard someone begin to cry. She turned around and found herself sitting on the porch. Her arms wrapped around her stomach as though she were hidng or pretecting something. She was rocking back and forth, tears falling one by one from her eyes.
Then suddenly, everything went black. But the other Ryoko was still sitting in front of her. Ryoko just continued to stare, as if she didn't even notice the change around her. Then the Ryoko from her dream lifted her head and starred straight at Ryoko. Ryoko could feel herself begin to shake from the stare.
"I lost her...I can't believe I lost her like that..." the dream Ryoko said as more tears began to fall from her eyes.
"Lose who?" asked Ryoko as she kneeled down a couple of feet in front of her.
"I lost the only thing that I knew would love me.....She.....She's gone. I...I want her back. I want to hold her in my arms. I want her to be alive again, to be...to be with me..." The dream Ryoko lowered her head in shame and continued to speak. "I was to weak to do it. I should've never even tried. Because of....Because of me she's dead. And now....And now I have no one."
Dream Ryoko broke down crying, not being to take it anymore. Ryoko watched her dream self cry and begin to fade away. And as she watched, frech tears began to form and fall from her eyes. She didn't know what to do. Her body was shaking, tears were falling, and confusion had set in. Then as the dreams began, so did the coldness all over. She could feel it wrap around her, making her teeth chatter. Screams could be heard in the distance, and was getting closer as the seconds passed. Until they were so close they became unbearable.
Ryoko lay once again on the floor, her hands covering her ears hoping that it would block out the horrible screams. But no matter what she tried, they just kept getting louder. Then she couldn't take it anymore and screamed out..... "TENCHI!!!!!....."
//Back in reality//
They both heard Ryoko scream out Tenchi's name. She was calling ot for him, but there was no way he could get there.
"Washu, do something!" he demanded as he tried holding Ryoko down as she violently tossed and turned.
"This should help!" said Washu as she pricked Ryoko with another needle. "This should help her wake up."
After a few moments, Ryoko woke up, screaming and sat straight up into Tenchi's arms. After she realized she wasn't dreaming anymore, she began to cry. She buried her head on Tenchi's shoudler. Tenchi rocked her back and forth, whispering soothingly in her ear. "It's alright Ryoko. I'm here now. Don't worry. Everything's alright now. Just calm down."
Ryoko listened to Tenchi's words, her tears slowly stopping. Everything was quiet inside the lab, except for the occasional sob from Ryoko.
"You two should go to bed," said Washu breaking their silence. "Or at least try anyway."
Tenchi nodded his head in response and began to walk Ryoko out of the lab. Washu had a look of sadness on her face as she watched her daughter leave the room. 'I should have never done that.' It's alright mom... "Huh?..." Washu looked up and found her daughter look at her one last time before exiting the lab and smiled. Good night Ryoko. Good night mom. And with that Washu too headed for her bed and began to try and get some sleep.
As for Tenchi and Ryoko...Tenchi walked with Ryoko upstairs to her room. He layed her down on the bed and was about to leave until, "Tenchi?"
"Yes Ryoko?" he asked as he turned around to look at Ryoko.
"Can you please stay? I really don't want to be alone after that. I promise I won't try anything funny."
Tenchi saw that she was telling the truth and smiled. "Alright."
Ryoko smiled back and moved over so he could have some room to get in. Tenchi climbed in bed and covered himself with the blanket. Ryoko cuddled next to him like it would protect her. Tenchi just wrapped his arms around her and kissed her forehead. "Good night Ryoko."
"Night...Tenchi..." Ryoko fell a sleep soon after, as well as Tenchi.
So for the rest of the night, and for many others, they slept this way in each other's arms. This was the only way for Ryoko's dreams to somehow stay under control. And for those nights, she slept peacefully once again, her dreams calm. Dreams of her, Tenchi, and their daughter Mayuka living a happy life. Mayuka alive and well. Just like she had always wanted.
//one and 1/2 months later//
It was now a month since Ryoko's last nightmare. And now here they were, Tenchi and Ryoko climbing on the roof. Each time they would lay in each other's arms and just watch the clouds float by. They would tell what they saw for each cloud that was different. And today was like any other. Or so Ryoko thought anyway.
"You know Ryoko, at the rate you're going, you're not going to be able to come up here anymore," said Tenchi as he helped Ryoko onto the roof.
"Yea, yea! But I'm not that big yet, so I'm still taking advange of it. Do you mind?" she asked innocently.
"Not at all. I just can't imagine you 7, 8, 9 months pregnant and coming up here to enjoy the day. That's all."
"And I'll worry about that when it happens. Deal?"
Tenchi chuckled lightly Ryoko's words. "Deal."
Tenchi sat on top of the roof, as well as Ryoko who sat in between his legs, her back leaning against his chest. His arms wrapped around her, her hands resting on arms. His hands rubbing her stomach.
"Hey Tenchi?" asked Ryoko as she looked at the lake, breaking their silence.
"Yea Ryoko?" he asked as he kissed the side of her face.
"When are we going to tell them?"
"Tell what?"
"Oh come on Tenchi. You think you kiss me just for the fun of it or something?"
"Oh, you mean that?"
"Yes that. When are we going to tell everyone? I mean, the only other ppl who know are Yosho, my mom, and your father, who I'm surprised can keep a secret."
Tenchi chuckled and answered, "Would you like me to tell them all today or something then?"
"I don't care. I was just wondering when we were."
"Well, I was hoping that we could....." Tenchi cut himself off before he finished what he was about to say.
Ryoko sat up and turned around to look at him. "We could what Tenchi dear? Alope or something first?"
"Why not?"
Ryoko was a little shocked that Tenchi actually said that. "W...What did ou say?"
"I said why not. It'll just prove that I've fallen in love with you and that I've chosen who I want to be with for the rest of my life."
"But Tenchi, what will everyone say to that one? You know very well that....."
"I don't care Ryoko. Just as long as you'll be with me.
Ryoko paused as she just looked Tenchi in the eyes. "You're...You're serious, aren't you Tenchi?"
Tenchi smiled and placed a hand on her cheek. "Would you like me to propose to you to prove it?" Ryoko shoke her head no. Tenchi just smiled and leaned in to give her a gentle but passionate kiss.
When they finally broke away, Ryoko smiled and said, "When do we get married?"
"How 'bout today?"
"Today?"
"Why not? It's still early enough to get to town."
Ryoko smiled and leaned in to hug him. "Why the hell not....."
Tenchi smiled and answered back, "Then let's get going, shall we?"
Ryoko smiled again as Tenchi helped her up and kissed her again. Then they went down the latter and back inside so Tenchi could grab something. He ran up to his room to get what he wanted and ran back donstairs to tell someone he was leaving.
"Hey Ryoko and I are leaving to go to town before she gets to pregnant to do these things."
"Alright Lord Tenchi. Shall we expect you two home for dinner?" asked Ayeka who was sitting in the living room reading a book.
"Ummmm, we'll just grab something on our way back."
"Alright. I'll inform Sasami then."
"Thanks! We'll be back sometime tonite!" See ya later!"
"Good bye Lord Tenchi. And you two be careful!"
"We will!"
And with all said and done, Tenchi ran out of the house, grabbed Ryoko's hand, and the two headed for the bus.
//2 1/2 hrs. later//
Tenchi and Ryoko had just gotton eloped and were now running around town, acting as they though were drunk, which they weren't mind you. Just giddy with happiness.
"I can't believe we actually did it!" shouted out Ryoko as she hugged and kissed Tenchi in front of everyone.
Tenchi didn't say anything back, he just returned the hug and kiss. When they were done kissing, he picked up Ryoko and began twirling around in cirlces, making them both laugh.
"Hey, it's getting kinda late," began Tenchi when he set her down. "What do you say that we check into a motel for the night and go back home in the morning."
"Sure, but what will everyone else think?"
Tenchi placed both of his hands of the sides of her face and answered between kisses, "Let them think what they want too. ::kiss:: I ::kiss:: don't ::kiss:: care anymore. ::long kiss:: Come on, ::kiss:: let's go find a motel somewhere ::kiss::."
"Sounds good to me."
Soon enough, they found a motel, payed for the night, and went to their room. (Ok, I'm pretty sure you all know what happens here. If not, take a wild guess! And I'm not about to make another lemon right now, thank you very much. I think I've made a few too many as it is. So sorry to those of you sickos who wanted one in here. K? Carry on......)
//Next morning//
Ryoko and Tenchi walked into the house, just as the house was waking up. Well, most of the house anyway.
"And where the HELL have you two been?" yelled and extremely pissed off Ayeka.
"None of your business you prissy princess! We just stayed in a motel last night because it got late, that's all! You mind?" yelled back Ryoko.
"Yes I do mind! You could've seduded Lord Tenchi here like the little whore you are!" Right after she said those words, her eyes went wide and her hands clamped over her mouth before she continue to say anything more.
Everyone starred in disbefief at Ayeka's words. Ryoko however was hit hard. So with Ayeka's words and her major increase in hormorns, her eys began to water and she ran up to her room, her arm across her stomach as she ran. Tenchi watched as Ryoko ran to her room and slammed the door hard behind her. He then turned his attention to Ryoko, an angry expression written on his face.
"I'm so sorry Lord Tenchi, I didn't mean to..." Ayeka began but was cut off by Tenchi's angry words.
"Don't even Ayeka! Do you realize how much that hurt her just now?!"
"Lord Tenchi, please just let me explain..."
"No Ayeka. Let me. Just to let you know, about a month ago I chose to be with someone. And that someone just ran up to her room because of the words you said. And to make it worse, you said it when her hormones are rocketing through the roof right now!"
Ayeka looked almost hurt that Tenchi had chosen Ryoko instead of herself, but just looked down at the floor in shame, letting Tenchi continue. "Look Ayeka, at this point in time, you shouldn't do things like that to her. And if you want proof that I've chosen her over you, just look at the rings on both of our fingers. That should be enough proof right there. That should also give you the answer on why we went out last night and why we came home this morning. I'm sorry that you don't like my answer Miss Ayeka, but I love Ryoko. And if you don't like it, tough. You'll have to live with it. I chosen her and that's that. I'm not about to ignore my love for her just because you want me to be with you. You will always be my friend Ayeka, maybe be like a sister to me. But nothing more. Alright?.....::sigh:: Look, I'm gonna go check on Ryoko. See if she's ok. Sasami, you mind bringing breakfast up for us?"
"Sure Tenchi," replied Sasami as she ran into the kitchen to fix some plates for Ryoko and Tenchi.
Tenchi began to walk away to Ryoko's room when he heard Ayeka call out out to him.
"Lord Tenchi?" Tenchi turned to face her, not saying a word. "Tell her I'm sorry for what I said." Tenchi smiled a half smile and nodded his head yes. "Thank you Lord Tenchi." He then walked to Ryoko's room, leaving the guilty Ayeka behind.
//5 months later//
Tenchi was out by the fields, working on his chores. Ryoko was at home, in a cleaning freenzy, which happened a lot lately. Nothing was ever clean enough for her. She refused to have anyone do anything, except maybe laundry (it got them out of the house) and the cooking. Which she happily had Sasami do since she still wasn't a very good cook. But was getting there with practice at least. And she and Ayeka were friends once again. The little outburst was forgiven and forgotton about shortly after. And no one ever talks about anymore. Like they say, forgive and forget.
It was now the fall, and she had to have everything clean before winter hit. She was 7 and 1/2 months pregnant with Mayuka and was enjoying it so far. Especially when she would kick and move around inside Ryoko's stomach. Tenchi would just lay his head on her stomach and feel it kick his head. Most nights he would talk to the baby and tell her stories. Like how Ryoko and him met. The things they've all gone through in their lives. Anything he felt that My needed to know before she was born.
Ryoko had taken a break so she could meet Tenchi outside today on the porch when he got home. But when she was about to go into the entrance hall she felt a large pain come from her lower stomach area. She moan slightly from the pain and grabbed her stomach. She took a few breathers before she shrugged it away and tried to walk again. But the moment she took another step she fell forward on her knees, clutching her stomach from the pain. Her breathing became faster as the pain worsened. Just when she was about to black out, she saw Tenchi enter the house and screamed out her name. "Tenchi....." was all she could manage. Then everything went black right before her eyes.
~*~ TBC ~*~
A.N. What do you guys think? Is it getting good? Review and tell me what you think plz! Thanx for reading! And sorry for the spell checks. The stupid spell check is not working again. Thanx r&r plz!
In the next chapter of True Happiness. Ryoko had collapsed and blacked out from the pain. Tenchi barely got home in time to catch her. But what's happened to Ryoko? And what's wrong with her? Will Mayuka be alright? And have Ryoko's nighmares finally coming true? Find out in the next chapter: Tragedy Begins
A.N. Ok, chapter 4 now up. Man am I ever on a writing spree. But like I care. Newhoz...I don't have much to say except thanx to those who reviewed. And I hope that you enjoy this chapter. Read on.....
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True Happiness
Tenchi woke up, the sun beating down upon his face. He blinked a couple of time to let his eyes get use to the brightness. He looked down and found Ryoko sleeping soundly on his shoulder. He smiled down at her and moved some hair that had fallen in her front of her eyes. His thoughts returned to the night before, everything Ryoko had told him. He just continued to look at her, as though trying to figure all this out. He sighed lightly and removed Ryoko from his shoulder. He layed her head on his pillow, climbed iver her, trying his damnedest not to wake her up, covered her back up with the blanket, and slowly walked out of the room. 'I really need to talk to Washu about this." He said to himself as he closed the door behind him.
As Tenchi left, Ryoko began waking up. Her eyes fluttering open from the brightness of the sun. For a while she just layed there, trying to wake herself up totally. Finally she sighed and sat up. She looked around, not reconizing her surroundings. Then she remember last night and smiled. She placed a hand on her stomach unconsciouly and starred in front of her, her dreams coming back to herself. She still didn't understand anything of what happened. So instead she just shrugged it away, telling herself that she'd figure it out later. So she climbed out of bed and back to her room to grab some clothes. She then went to the Onsen for a good soak, hoping to losen up a little.
//back by Tenchi//
Tenchi walked into Washu's lab and was surprised to find that Washu was awake. She was typing away on her holographic computer, not noticing that Tenchi had entered until she heard her name called.
"Little Washu?" asked Tenchi, hoping to get her attention.
Washu looked up and smiled when she found Tenchi. "Good Morning Tenchi. What can I do for you?"
"I was going to ask you something if you had the time."
"Oh, sure. Here have a seat." A chair appeared out of no where and was placed by Washu. "So, what is it you wanted?"
"Well," began Tenchi as he took a seat nest to Washu. "I don't know if I should tell you this, if Ryoko found out I'm pretty sure she's get pissed at me."
"If it's about Ryoko Tenchi, it's best if you do tell me..."
"Well, if you're sure..." Tenchi hesitated at first, but decided that it might be best for Ryoko and Mayuka. "Well, appearently Ryoko has had nightmares for the past month and she doesn't know what it means. And I don't blame her there. But the strangest thing that has happened so far is the one she had last night. She said that a mysterious personm who looked like her, had come to her dreams and said that she had to choose."
"Choose, huh? What exactly?"
"Between herself...or Mayuka. It said that she would understand when the time came. But we still don't understand what it meant by that."
"Hummm, I see the problem. And when you found this out, did you stay with her?"
"She came to my room last night. That's how I found out. I had her stay with me for the rest of the night incase it happened again."
"And did it?"
"No, unless I sleep through the whole thing....."
"And that would be highly unlikely. So according to what you said just now is that Ryoko has these nightmares and they get worse with every dream. But last night when she stayed with you, nothing happened. The only way I can figure this out Tenchi is if I take samples of her brain waves. She the difference. And if there is a major difference from when she's alone and when you're there, that means that you're the key to controlling this. And if that is true, you'll have to stay with her until I can figure this all out."
"And do you think you can?"
"Yes, I'm pretty sure I can. But I can tell you this so far. If Ryoko has dreams like those, there unusally of her past or things to come..."
"You mean that this could actually happen?"
Washu brought up her holo computer and continued to speak. "The possiblity of it happening is 80%. You see Tenchi, if you have ever been in the same room as her while she had her nightmares couple monthes back, you find that those dream were of her past. And from what I can tell, Ryoko is having those same dreams, only with her future this time."
"And what could happen if that happens?"
"Tenchi, listen closely and listen good. I don't want to have to explain this more than once." Tenchi shook her head yes and Washu sighed. "Like the dream said Tenchi, she had to choose between herself or her daughter now. Which means, one would most likely die." Tenchi's eyes widened with shook and disbelief. "And knowing Ryoko, she'd choose My to live, and in the process, kill herself.....And unless there is something that I can find or create to prevent this...I'm afraid that is exactly what will happen."
Tenchi was quiet for a few minutes, registering everything Washu had just said. He didn't want to believe what was just said. But in the back of his mind, he knew it was true. "Is there anyway possible I can somehow prevent this?" he asked looking down at the ground.
"I don't know Tenchi. And the likely hood of having your Jurai power working here is slim to none. I'm afriad the only thing you can do right now is be there for her Tenchi. Be there to comfort her and reassure her that everything will be alright. That's the best you can do right now. And if I find something that you can help with I'll make sure to let you know." Tenchi shook his head yes in response. Washu smiled at him and placed a hand on his shoulder, causing him to look up at her. "I know how much you want to help Tenchi, and I appreciate that. And for right now, the first thing you can help me with is to con Ryoko to coming in my lab so I can do those tests. Alright?"
"Alright. When do you want to see her?"
"Whenever you feel. K?"
"Alright. Well, thanks for everything Little Washu. I'm gonna go see if breakfast is ready yet."
"Ok, I'll come with you since I have nothing to do right now."
So Washu and Tenchi walked out of the lab into the living room to find that everyone was awake.
"Hey, where's Ryoko?" asked Tenchi.
"I saw her at the Onsen earlier, but she left just before I did," said Mihoshi as she sat down at the dinning room table.
"Yes, and she's not in her room either. I went to call her for breakfast, but she wasn't there. So I figured she was wherever you were," answered Ayeka as she too sat at the table.
"She's been sitting on the roof a lot lately. Maybe she's there," chimmed in Sasami as she set the food on the table.
"Well, I'll go look. I'll be back in a few."
"Alright Lord Tenchi. Don't be too long. Breakfast will get cold."
Tenchi walked outside after excusing himself and walked to the side of the house to find a latter laying against the house. Tenchi climbed up it, hoping that she was up there. When he got to the top he found Ryoko sittin all the way at the other end, her feet tangling over the egde. He walked up to her carefully and placed a hand on her shoulder. Ryoko jumped slightly and looked over her shoulder to find Tenchi's gentle face smiling at her. She smiled back and motioned for him to sit next her her.
Tenchi sat down, his feet over the edge as well. "So, how are you dong now?" he asked gently.
"I'm doing ok. I didn't have anymore nightmares after I told you last night."
"That's good..."
Ryoko looked over at Tenchi, something popping into her head. "Tenchi?..."
"Yea Ryoko?"
"What is it?"
"Huh? What is what?"
"You're hiding something from me. I can tell. So what is it? I promise I won't get angry."
Tenchi looked down at the ground. As if contemplating if he should tell her. But he sighed in defeat, knowing that he'd never win. "I talked to Washu...about last night....."
"Oh," Ryoko then too looked down towards the ground and questioned, "And, what did she say?"
"The usualy bad news."
"That's not surprising..."
"She said she wanted to see you later. She wanted to check out your brain waves......"
"No way!"
"Huh? Why not? It might help."
"No way Tenchi. Last time I actually went in that lab before deciding to have Mayuka I got freaked out because I was left in there all alone. And I'm not about to do that again!"
"But Ryoko..."
"I said no Tenchi! You try going through what I did with the life I've had! IT's not fun! Trust me! You spend 700 years in that cave of mine and then get locked up in that lab for days in the pitch black. It's scary Tenchi. And the only reason why I stayed in the lab before was because I knew someone would always be there if not my mom but you or one of the others. And I'm not about to go in that lab knowing that I was going to be left alone...." A tear fell from Ryoko's eyes as she tried explaining what it was like for her.
Tenchi noticed this and wiped the tear away with his finger, then placed his hand on the sideof her face, making Ryoko to look over at him. "Ryoko," he began quietly. "I promise that you wouldn't be alone. I'd be right there with you. I would never leave you alone in there by yourself. I swear it."
Ryoko looked Tenchi in the eyes and knew he was telling the truth. "You swear it with all your heart?"
"Cross my heart and hope to die."
Ryoko smiled. "How about if I said I'd think about it."
"Good enough. At least I tried." Tenchi smiled back at Ryoko and leaned in to give her a hug. "Ryoko, I promise that you'll never be alone through this pregnancy. I'll always be there for you."
Ryoko could feel her tears build up in her eyes again at Tenchi words and hugged him tighter. "Thank you Tenchi," she whispered only loud enough for him to hear it.
Tenchi smiled again as he broke away from the hug. "What do you say that wwe go back inside for breakfast?"
"Alright. I'm hungry anyway."
Tenchi chucked lightly and helped Ryoko stand up. They walked back to the latter and proceeded to climb back down. "You know Ryoko," Tenchi said trying to lighten up the mood. "You won't be able to go up there like that for much longer."
Ryoko laughed slightly and responded, "I know, but since I'm not showing yet, I'm taking advantage of it."
Tenchi laughedat that. "Yea I bet."
"What, you don't believe me?" she said innocently.
Tenchi rooled his eyes and laughed again. "Come on Ryoko."
"Yes sir!" They both laughed and walked back inside and ate breakfast just intime to still eat with everyone else.
// That night//
"How you conned me into this Tenchi I will never know," said Ryoko as she and Tenchi walked into Washu's lab.
"Look Ryoko, if you want to know if everything will be alright, you'll let Washu do this. Alright?"
"Alright. What ever you say Tenchi."
"Well, hello there," said Washu as she turned in her floating seat and faced the pair. "I'm figuring you're here for what I said earlier?"
"Yes. But I still say I don't like the idea of being in here. It still freaks me out sometimes."
"I know Ryoko, but if you want to know if Mayuka will be alright, you have to come in here. Especially for those check-ups you'll need to make sure everything is going good."
"I know, I know. Can e just get this over with? Please!"
"Alright, alright. Keep your shorts on. Just sit on the table over there. I'll be there in a sec. I just need to get a few things first."
"Ok."
Ryoko sat on the table, scaried as ever, as she waited for Washu. 'At least Tenchi's here with me.' she said to herself as she looked at him instead of the lab. Washu came back with a few things that she needed to hook up to Ryoko.
"What's all this for?" asked Ryoko as she looked at the things that would be put on her forhead.
"Oh, they're just something to check on your brain waves while you sleep."
"You mean I actually have to sleep?"
"Yes Ryoko. In order for me to get what I need, you'll have to sleep for a little while."
"But why? I hate sleeping in here, and you know it!"
"Don't worry," cut in Tenchi. "Everything will be alright. I'll be right here while you're sleeping. Ok?"
Ryoko thought about that for a little while then gave in. "Alright Tenchi. Just don't you dare leave this lab."
"I promise."
Ryoko nodded her head and layed back.
"Ok Ryoko, I'm just going to give you this little shot. It should help you sleep. Just try and relax, alright?"
"Ok, I'll try." Ryoko closed her eyes as she felt the needle prick her arms. Soon after the affects of the shot kicked in and next thing she knew was Tenchi saying "good night" to her.
"Ok, looks like it kicked in. Tenchi stay here. I might need your help later."
"Alright," responded Tenchi, not like he was going anywhere anyway.
//Ryoko's dream//
Ryoko was laying on what was called a floor. Everything around her was black as she slept. As she woke up, she could feel the coldness of the air stick through her clothes. She sat up quickly as she heard a small cry echo around her. She looked around and saw nothing. Then a little light was seen in the distance, as if calling out for her. She slowly stood up and began to head in the direction of the mysterious light. And dispite the cold trying to hold her back down to the floor, she continued to walk and fight the coldness that was trying to take over. When she got close enough to the light, everything around her began to change. It was now warm. Everything around her bright and beautiful. The sun was beating down on her. Teh brids played their loving music. But no matter what she listened to, the sound of someone crying was always heard.
She began to walk in the direction of the crying when she happened to find a girl crying in her hands, kneeling in front of two crosses, one inparticular. She knew who the little girl was. The little girl had blue hair, about the age of 5 or 6. "My..." she whispered. But the girl didn't hear her. She just continued to cry. So Ryoko tried to lay a hand on her shoulder and went right through her.
Ryoko eyes went wide as this happened. She looked over at the first cross and knew it was Achika's. But when she looked at other her eyes became wider. It said,
Ryoko Hakubi/Masaki.
A dear friend to us all, and an even greater mother. We will miss you.
Flowers were layed all about as she just looked at it. Then back at Mayuka who was now starring at the same cross. She lightly whispered, "Mommy.....I don't know if...if you can hear me or not, but...but I just thought that...that I'd say I loevd you. And.....And even though I don't know you.....I truely do miss you. I hope you're living a peace...peaceful life now. And I hope you didn't forget about me or daddy. He mises you very much t...too. I hope...to see you someday mommy. But until then, I'll bring you these lovely flowers that daddy says you love.....Well, I suppose I shoudl go...go home now. I miss you mommy. I come back tomorrow to bring more flowers." She slowly stood up, tears still falling from her eyes. "Good bye mommy." Then she left, leaving Ryoko to watch after her.
//In reality//
"Whoa!"
"What? What is it Washu?" asked Tenchi as he turned hie attention towards her.
"You should see this Tenchi. One minute she's just fine. Then out of nowhere her brain waves started jumping like crazy."
Tenchi looked over at Ryoko and saw the sweat beginning to form on her forhead. "Is there anything I can do?"
"No, not now. Here brain waves are starting to calm down now. But this just might be the tip of the iceberg. So stay alert."
Tenchi did as he was told and watched Ryoko carefully. Hoping that everything would be alright.
//Back in the dream//
Ryoko could still fell tears from her eyes as she sat on the floor. Nothing had changed since Mayuka had left. But as Ryoko sat there, she noticed things were beginning to change slowly. She stood up, her tears stopped, and looked around. The scene was changing all by itself. When it was done she found herself in fronr of the Masaki residence. The sun shining, the lake radiating the raz of the sun. The sky was as blue as Mayuka's eyes.
She just stood there, enjoying the smell, sight, and breeze. But once again, she heard someone begin to cry. She turned around and found herself sitting on the porch. Her arms wrapped around her stomach as though she were hidng or pretecting something. She was rocking back and forth, tears falling one by one from her eyes.
Then suddenly, everything went black. But the other Ryoko was still sitting in front of her. Ryoko just continued to stare, as if she didn't even notice the change around her. Then the Ryoko from her dream lifted her head and starred straight at Ryoko. Ryoko could feel herself begin to shake from the stare.
"I lost her...I can't believe I lost her like that..." the dream Ryoko said as more tears began to fall from her eyes.
"Lose who?" asked Ryoko as she kneeled down a couple of feet in front of her.
"I lost the only thing that I knew would love me.....She.....She's gone. I...I want her back. I want to hold her in my arms. I want her to be alive again, to be...to be with me..." The dream Ryoko lowered her head in shame and continued to speak. "I was to weak to do it. I should've never even tried. Because of....Because of me she's dead. And now....And now I have no one."
Dream Ryoko broke down crying, not being to take it anymore. Ryoko watched her dream self cry and begin to fade away. And as she watched, frech tears began to form and fall from her eyes. She didn't know what to do. Her body was shaking, tears were falling, and confusion had set in. Then as the dreams began, so did the coldness all over. She could feel it wrap around her, making her teeth chatter. Screams could be heard in the distance, and was getting closer as the seconds passed. Until they were so close they became unbearable.
Ryoko lay once again on the floor, her hands covering her ears hoping that it would block out the horrible screams. But no matter what she tried, they just kept getting louder. Then she couldn't take it anymore and screamed out..... "TENCHI!!!!!....."
//Back in reality//
They both heard Ryoko scream out Tenchi's name. She was calling ot for him, but there was no way he could get there.
"Washu, do something!" he demanded as he tried holding Ryoko down as she violently tossed and turned.
"This should help!" said Washu as she pricked Ryoko with another needle. "This should help her wake up."
After a few moments, Ryoko woke up, screaming and sat straight up into Tenchi's arms. After she realized she wasn't dreaming anymore, she began to cry. She buried her head on Tenchi's shoudler. Tenchi rocked her back and forth, whispering soothingly in her ear. "It's alright Ryoko. I'm here now. Don't worry. Everything's alright now. Just calm down."
Ryoko listened to Tenchi's words, her tears slowly stopping. Everything was quiet inside the lab, except for the occasional sob from Ryoko.
"You two should go to bed," said Washu breaking their silence. "Or at least try anyway."
Tenchi nodded his head in response and began to walk Ryoko out of the lab. Washu had a look of sadness on her face as she watched her daughter leave the room. 'I should have never done that.' It's alright mom... "Huh?..." Washu looked up and found her daughter look at her one last time before exiting the lab and smiled. Good night Ryoko. Good night mom. And with that Washu too headed for her bed and began to try and get some sleep.
As for Tenchi and Ryoko...Tenchi walked with Ryoko upstairs to her room. He layed her down on the bed and was about to leave until, "Tenchi?"
"Yes Ryoko?" he asked as he turned around to look at Ryoko.
"Can you please stay? I really don't want to be alone after that. I promise I won't try anything funny."
Tenchi saw that she was telling the truth and smiled. "Alright."
Ryoko smiled back and moved over so he could have some room to get in. Tenchi climbed in bed and covered himself with the blanket. Ryoko cuddled next to him like it would protect her. Tenchi just wrapped his arms around her and kissed her forehead. "Good night Ryoko."
"Night...Tenchi..." Ryoko fell a sleep soon after, as well as Tenchi.
So for the rest of the night, and for many others, they slept this way in each other's arms. This was the only way for Ryoko's dreams to somehow stay under control. And for those nights, she slept peacefully once again, her dreams calm. Dreams of her, Tenchi, and their daughter Mayuka living a happy life. Mayuka alive and well. Just like she had always wanted.
//one and 1/2 months later//
It was now a month since Ryoko's last nightmare. And now here they were, Tenchi and Ryoko climbing on the roof. Each time they would lay in each other's arms and just watch the clouds float by. They would tell what they saw for each cloud that was different. And today was like any other. Or so Ryoko thought anyway.
"You know Ryoko, at the rate you're going, you're not going to be able to come up here anymore," said Tenchi as he helped Ryoko onto the roof.
"Yea, yea! But I'm not that big yet, so I'm still taking advange of it. Do you mind?" she asked innocently.
"Not at all. I just can't imagine you 7, 8, 9 months pregnant and coming up here to enjoy the day. That's all."
"And I'll worry about that when it happens. Deal?"
Tenchi chuckled lightly Ryoko's words. "Deal."
Tenchi sat on top of the roof, as well as Ryoko who sat in between his legs, her back leaning against his chest. His arms wrapped around her, her hands resting on arms. His hands rubbing her stomach.
"Hey Tenchi?" asked Ryoko as she looked at the lake, breaking their silence.
"Yea Ryoko?" he asked as he kissed the side of her face.
"When are we going to tell them?"
"Tell what?"
"Oh come on Tenchi. You think you kiss me just for the fun of it or something?"
"Oh, you mean that?"
"Yes that. When are we going to tell everyone? I mean, the only other ppl who know are Yosho, my mom, and your father, who I'm surprised can keep a secret."
Tenchi chuckled and answered, "Would you like me to tell them all today or something then?"
"I don't care. I was just wondering when we were."
"Well, I was hoping that we could....." Tenchi cut himself off before he finished what he was about to say.
Ryoko sat up and turned around to look at him. "We could what Tenchi dear? Alope or something first?"
"Why not?"
Ryoko was a little shocked that Tenchi actually said that. "W...What did ou say?"
"I said why not. It'll just prove that I've fallen in love with you and that I've chosen who I want to be with for the rest of my life."
"But Tenchi, what will everyone say to that one? You know very well that....."
"I don't care Ryoko. Just as long as you'll be with me.
Ryoko paused as she just looked Tenchi in the eyes. "You're...You're serious, aren't you Tenchi?"
Tenchi smiled and placed a hand on her cheek. "Would you like me to propose to you to prove it?" Ryoko shoke her head no. Tenchi just smiled and leaned in to give her a gentle but passionate kiss.
When they finally broke away, Ryoko smiled and said, "When do we get married?"
"How 'bout today?"
"Today?"
"Why not? It's still early enough to get to town."
Ryoko smiled and leaned in to hug him. "Why the hell not....."
Tenchi smiled and answered back, "Then let's get going, shall we?"
Ryoko smiled again as Tenchi helped her up and kissed her again. Then they went down the latter and back inside so Tenchi could grab something. He ran up to his room to get what he wanted and ran back donstairs to tell someone he was leaving.
"Hey Ryoko and I are leaving to go to town before she gets to pregnant to do these things."
"Alright Lord Tenchi. Shall we expect you two home for dinner?" asked Ayeka who was sitting in the living room reading a book.
"Ummmm, we'll just grab something on our way back."
"Alright. I'll inform Sasami then."
"Thanks! We'll be back sometime tonite!" See ya later!"
"Good bye Lord Tenchi. And you two be careful!"
"We will!"
And with all said and done, Tenchi ran out of the house, grabbed Ryoko's hand, and the two headed for the bus.
//2 1/2 hrs. later//
Tenchi and Ryoko had just gotton eloped and were now running around town, acting as they though were drunk, which they weren't mind you. Just giddy with happiness.
"I can't believe we actually did it!" shouted out Ryoko as she hugged and kissed Tenchi in front of everyone.
Tenchi didn't say anything back, he just returned the hug and kiss. When they were done kissing, he picked up Ryoko and began twirling around in cirlces, making them both laugh.
"Hey, it's getting kinda late," began Tenchi when he set her down. "What do you say that we check into a motel for the night and go back home in the morning."
"Sure, but what will everyone else think?"
Tenchi placed both of his hands of the sides of her face and answered between kisses, "Let them think what they want too. ::kiss:: I ::kiss:: don't ::kiss:: care anymore. ::long kiss:: Come on, ::kiss:: let's go find a motel somewhere ::kiss::."
"Sounds good to me."
Soon enough, they found a motel, payed for the night, and went to their room. (Ok, I'm pretty sure you all know what happens here. If not, take a wild guess! And I'm not about to make another lemon right now, thank you very much. I think I've made a few too many as it is. So sorry to those of you sickos who wanted one in here. K? Carry on......)
//Next morning//
Ryoko and Tenchi walked into the house, just as the house was waking up. Well, most of the house anyway.
"And where the HELL have you two been?" yelled and extremely pissed off Ayeka.
"None of your business you prissy princess! We just stayed in a motel last night because it got late, that's all! You mind?" yelled back Ryoko.
"Yes I do mind! You could've seduded Lord Tenchi here like the little whore you are!" Right after she said those words, her eyes went wide and her hands clamped over her mouth before she continue to say anything more.
Everyone starred in disbefief at Ayeka's words. Ryoko however was hit hard. So with Ayeka's words and her major increase in hormorns, her eys began to water and she ran up to her room, her arm across her stomach as she ran. Tenchi watched as Ryoko ran to her room and slammed the door hard behind her. He then turned his attention to Ryoko, an angry expression written on his face.
"I'm so sorry Lord Tenchi, I didn't mean to..." Ayeka began but was cut off by Tenchi's angry words.
"Don't even Ayeka! Do you realize how much that hurt her just now?!"
"Lord Tenchi, please just let me explain..."
"No Ayeka. Let me. Just to let you know, about a month ago I chose to be with someone. And that someone just ran up to her room because of the words you said. And to make it worse, you said it when her hormones are rocketing through the roof right now!"
Ayeka looked almost hurt that Tenchi had chosen Ryoko instead of herself, but just looked down at the floor in shame, letting Tenchi continue. "Look Ayeka, at this point in time, you shouldn't do things like that to her. And if you want proof that I've chosen her over you, just look at the rings on both of our fingers. That should be enough proof right there. That should also give you the answer on why we went out last night and why we came home this morning. I'm sorry that you don't like my answer Miss Ayeka, but I love Ryoko. And if you don't like it, tough. You'll have to live with it. I chosen her and that's that. I'm not about to ignore my love for her just because you want me to be with you. You will always be my friend Ayeka, maybe be like a sister to me. But nothing more. Alright?.....::sigh:: Look, I'm gonna go check on Ryoko. See if she's ok. Sasami, you mind bringing breakfast up for us?"
"Sure Tenchi," replied Sasami as she ran into the kitchen to fix some plates for Ryoko and Tenchi.
Tenchi began to walk away to Ryoko's room when he heard Ayeka call out out to him.
"Lord Tenchi?" Tenchi turned to face her, not saying a word. "Tell her I'm sorry for what I said." Tenchi smiled a half smile and nodded his head yes. "Thank you Lord Tenchi." He then walked to Ryoko's room, leaving the guilty Ayeka behind.
//5 months later//
Tenchi was out by the fields, working on his chores. Ryoko was at home, in a cleaning freenzy, which happened a lot lately. Nothing was ever clean enough for her. She refused to have anyone do anything, except maybe laundry (it got them out of the house) and the cooking. Which she happily had Sasami do since she still wasn't a very good cook. But was getting there with practice at least. And she and Ayeka were friends once again. The little outburst was forgiven and forgotton about shortly after. And no one ever talks about anymore. Like they say, forgive and forget.
It was now the fall, and she had to have everything clean before winter hit. She was 7 and 1/2 months pregnant with Mayuka and was enjoying it so far. Especially when she would kick and move around inside Ryoko's stomach. Tenchi would just lay his head on her stomach and feel it kick his head. Most nights he would talk to the baby and tell her stories. Like how Ryoko and him met. The things they've all gone through in their lives. Anything he felt that My needed to know before she was born.
Ryoko had taken a break so she could meet Tenchi outside today on the porch when he got home. But when she was about to go into the entrance hall she felt a large pain come from her lower stomach area. She moan slightly from the pain and grabbed her stomach. She took a few breathers before she shrugged it away and tried to walk again. But the moment she took another step she fell forward on her knees, clutching her stomach from the pain. Her breathing became faster as the pain worsened. Just when she was about to black out, she saw Tenchi enter the house and screamed out her name. "Tenchi....." was all she could manage. Then everything went black right before her eyes.
~*~ TBC ~*~
A.N. What do you guys think? Is it getting good? Review and tell me what you think plz! Thanx for reading! And sorry for the spell checks. The stupid spell check is not working again. Thanx r&r plz!
In the next chapter of True Happiness. Ryoko had collapsed and blacked out from the pain. Tenchi barely got home in time to catch her. But what's happened to Ryoko? And what's wrong with her? Will Mayuka be alright? And have Ryoko's nighmares finally coming true? Find out in the next chapter: Tragedy Begins