The new elements start getting there intros here... Though it's actually spread over a few chapters so it won't be overwhelming or anything.

Madiha - *snicker* Confusing has been my most common feedback.. so it's nice to know not everyone is lost.
silrayn silverwolf - *grin* It actually starts to come out in this chapter... But I think the means will come as a surprise. It's nice to know you're still reading and enjoying (*poke* Out of Curiosity, when will we get more Kitsune Bi? Well.. You might not know.. I know how writing goes... sometimes it happens and sometimes it doesn't...)

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"Gravitation & The White Cross"
Chapter 4 (Technically 5)
A Gravitation/Weiss Kruez Crossover Story

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"Come on, Crawford." Schuldig snickered. "Just a few more visions and we'll leave you alone."

"It's not like I can make them happen." The Oracle glared at Schuldig. "They come when they feel like it."

"Why can't they feel like it now?" Green eyes sparkled, seeking only to annoy the fearless leader. "Just one vision."

"How can I make you understand how this works?" He demanded in annoyance. "Is there anything I can do?"

"How about," The Red-head faked a thoughtful look. "Have a vision?"

"I've never been able to make them come when I want them, Schuldig."

"Just give it a try." Nagi grumbled. "At least to shut him up."

"All right, all right." Brad closed his eyes, shutting out the rest of the world and turning his inner-eye towards the part of his mind that was cloaked in darkness. The part that splintered occasionally, giving him glimpses of the time to come. to Crawford's surprise, the dark shell fractured and a flash of what would come shivered through. After darkness regained it's hold, Brad's eyes flew open. Schuldig and Nagi both stood staring expectantly. "Weiss."

"What?" Schuldig's eyebrows furrowed in confusion.

"We need to find Weiss." He elaborated. "Just trust me."

"This has to do with where the staff is?" Nagi looked hopeful.

"I think it will eventually."

"Really?"

"Just help me find them."

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"I say we scrape together some cash and find a hotel to stay in for the duration of the search." Youji grinned. "We need a headquarters."

"It /will/ most likely take a good deal of time to find the Staff." Omi sounded thoughtful. "Having a base of operations does sound like a good idea."

"There's the matter of Money." Aya glared at the two of them. "How do you two propose we acquire enough money for a hotel room?"

Ken ignored the bickering, not quite in the mood to deal with it. Instead he watched the crowd flow by. As he watched, a woman who was tall and willowy slipped from an Alley. After she made a quick scan f the crowd, she strange pale eyes settled on Ken. After a few moments of staring into his eyes, she ducked back into the alley.

Ken didn't hesitate, but instead just followed her.

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Bradley Crawford had a bad feeling as he slipped into the alley. The feeling had reason as soon as he was able to make out the scene through the dimness. A woman, brunette and willowy, was cradling a limp Hidaka in her arms. The Weiss boy dripped in blood. Instinctively, Bradley drew his gun and fired.

She dropped Ken to the ground, leaving the un-breathing man still on the pavement. Brad knelt near Ken, feeling for a pulse. At first there didn't seem to be one, but then it grew in intensity to something palpable.

"What was chewing on him?" Schuldig asked in awe of the rips and tears on Ken's neck.

"There was a woman back here." Brad shrugged, casting his eyes around for something to use to stop the bleeding. "Schuldig, let me have your coat."

"You're not using my coat." The Telepath narrowed his eyes, then glanced back at Ken and his expression changed to one of confused awe. "They're just flesh wounds now."

"What?" Brad moved the boy's head to one side, staring at the rapidly healing scraps that had moments before been gaping wounds.

"What's happening, Brad?" Nagi demanded, tired of just watching the bizarre spectacle.

"I don't KNOW!" Brad snarled at the small dark-haired body. Ken's still form twitched, his lips parting in a growl before he shifted again.

"Bradley..." Schuldig took a step back, staring at Ken, who'd just started producing a string of rapid, blood related thoughts.

"Don't run, Schuldig." Crawford commanded, grabbing Hidaka in a tight grip just as he eyes sprang open. Without a word, Ken snarled and tried to rise. Crawford kept his hold, muttered in a continuous stream to the man in his arms for several minuets before sending a thought at Schuldig.

"Shy should I come near you?" He demanded, staring at Ken, who was still but continued to growl loudly.

"It'll pay off in the end, Schuu. And it'll hurt less this way, trust me." Brad grinned as Schuldig crept up, looking like a Kid about to get a thrashing. Carefully, Brad reached out and took Schuu's arm, lifting it, wrist bared towards Ken.

Ken snarled savagely, sinking sharp teeth into the offered limb.

"WHAT THE FUCK!"

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Omi led the way around the corner. It was the last place they really had left to look for Ken. As they rounded the corner the group first noticed the murmur of voices. Familiar Voices.

"That was a dirty trick, Brad."

"Its was necessary. And don't--"

"Call you Brad, I know."

"Guys..."

"At least he's on our side, now."

"How do you know?"

"Guys, he's looking at me funny."

"I just know."

"Sure you do."

"Why else would he follow me around like a puppy?"

"FUCK! Brad, your stupid little 'puppy' just tried to bite me!"

"He's a vampire, Nagi. He's hunting. That's what they do."

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Sooooo?
Have you realized the author is nothing but an insane fox, yet?