CHAPTER 5:



GOJYO'S POV:

This is getting boring! It's been what? A week of silence and small conversations? Give me a break! Who'd ever thought that being peaceful and silent can be such a.. such a.. Whatever! I can definitely feel the coolness ooze out of me. If this goes on, I swear, I can classify myself as the living dead. How I wish I had someone to bicker with, someone I could talk nonsense to. I mean, hello! I only have Hakkai and Sanzo for company and the man's a monk! Hakkai meanwhile is only good for heartfelt talks and we've more than enough of it to last us the entire trip. I sighed audibly as I happened to catch a glimpse on a group of children having fun. They reminded me of one particular chibi zaru. I smiled wistfully as I envisioned him demanding that he be fed immediately. On instinct I raise my feet up to place it on the zaru's head but of course it landed with a thud on the jeep. Damn I miss the zaru! I don't want to admit this but I do. There are times that I was itching to yell bakazaru and it made me sad that I have no one to say it to. I looked at the front of the jeep and sighed. It's been long since I have had a lively companion. I might as well be traveling with dead people. Sanzo, a man of few words and a grumpy attitude seems to be sleeping. He had his lips pressed tightly and bangs were covering his eyes. These past few days, he had been on a lot of stress and since then he seems to want to recover his energy by sleeping as much as possible. Hakkai on the other hand reminds me of a zombie. He had his eyes wide open and he was staring at the road unblinkingly. His hands clutched the wheel hard, that his knuckles look strained. I guess he isn't getting much sleep lately. I reflected to myself. Hakkai had spent most of his time tying to console Sanzo discreetly and trying vainly to cheer me up. I blush at that thought. I've always found Hakkai incredibly sexy and attractive. The thought of him being extra nice to me, gives me a warm feeling inside. Scratch that. He is also extra nice to Sanzo. I should not give meaning to that, besides I have to focus myself on getting that stupid zaru back. I want him back for heaven's sake! For entertainment purpose of course. I leaned back and drummed my fingers along the seat of the jeep. How to convince Sanzo? Hmmm.. He was saying something about Goku's voice. But what to do about it? No idea came to mind and I was getting impatient and frustrated. I grabbed a handful of hair and tugged at it. "Kuso, damn brains' not working!" I said out loud unconsciously. "Please don't tell me you're getting delusional!" Hakkai said his eyes teasing. "Cute, Hakkai!" Hmm.. Maybe I should let him in on my plan. Besides he could help me hatch the most brilliant plan imaginable. I leaned forward and whispered in his ear; "Let's talk in private at the next town. I have something important to tell. It's about.." I glanced at Sanzo. Good, he's still sleeping. "Goku." Hakkai suddenly relaxed, as his grip at the wheel lightened and he let out a smile. God, what a beautiful man! "Sure."





HOMURA'S POV:

I stretched languidly at my bed then smiled widely as I remembered something. I have had the most splendid dream ever! I wrapped my arms around myself, remembering how warm Goku was when he hugged me close. Wait, oh yeah, that wasn't a dream after all. It actually happened. I let myself smile wider if that was possible. I relished that glorious feeling when Goku promised that he'd stay with me. Sure, I tricked him in to saying so, but that was unimportant anyway. I gather my clothes at my bedside and got dressed up. This day looked promising. I thought as I let myself out of the room. I wonder what I could wheedle more out of Goku. "My, my, my.. It seems that someone is in a good mood today." I heard Zenon chuckle deeply. Curse it all! I forgot to wipe the dumb look on my face! How could I have been so careless? I tried to keep my face neutral but it was no use. I am so happy, that no effort too great can break this smile. I turned to him with a smirk in my face. "Am I not allowed to have happiness?" I ask him. He just continued chuckling then walked away. Good, at least he left me alone. Now where was I? Oh yeah, my Goku. I wonder where he is? I thought as my feet dragged me unconsciously at the veranda of the tower.





HAKKAI'S POV:

"Here we are." I announced as we entered the town. It seems as if the town has something to celebrate, streamers and banners were being put up and children and even some adults are getting excited about all the festivities they are going. I was suddenly distracted when I saw Gojyo rousing Sanzo awake. "Damn it, kappa! I was awake!" Sanzo yelled grumpily as usual. "Yeah right! And I'm not half breed." Gojyo snorted derisively. I winced. Bad move. CLICK. "Do you want to die so badly?" "No, please, forgive me Sanzo-sama I didn't mean any of it." Sanzo was really in a bad mood that his hand holding the gun was shaking; even Gojyo noticed that another bad move against the monk would be lethal to him. So I interrupted them with another cheerful line; "It's a really peaceful day ne?" Sanzo did not remove his gun from Gojyo's temple. So I continued. "Sanzo, why don't we look for an inn? All of us are tired from the trip and a nice bed would be good." With one last appraising stare, Sanzo finally removed his gun and sat down tiredly. "That would be fine."

At dinner I was surprised yet again at the small amount of food that was served. I should have gotten used to it now but I don't. I think that I would be betraying Goku's memory in doing so, and I can't do that, he's been a part of my life already, he is family. I try to envision having to welcome Goku back. There would be lots and lots of food and there will be celebration, if Sanzo will allow, but it's Goku, so most likely he will be allowed. Goku will just have to use his power of innocence on Sanzo. I am so glad that I am not the only one who feels this way. Gojyo does too. I mean he and Goku were practically like brothers, and Gojyo will be the first one to worry if Goku is missing or hurt. He won't admit it to anyone but it shows. I sighed when I heard Sanzo stand up and excuse himself. At the rate he is going, he's going to starve himself thin. A few mouthfuls of food and glass of water for a whole day? Come on. I was startled when Gojyo spoke. "So, are you in? I'm going to get Goku back." I nodded vigorously. "Of course. What do you intend to do then?" "Well.. I'm not exactly sure yet. We need Sanzo after all." Yes, we would need Sanzo; he will be the only one who can convince Goku to leave Homura, since he was the reason why Goku left in the first place. "So what you're telling me, is that you haven't got a plan?" "Huh? What are you saying? That's what I need you for, smart guy." I made a face. "Cute." Gojyo placed his chin in his hands as if thinking deeply. "Well.. I do have some idea." "What is it then?" "Sanzo was saying something about not hearing the zaru's voice any longer. Maybe if he should hear it again.." He shook his head frustrated. "Darn it! It's impossible to reproduce the zaru's voice! Not unless we find someone who talks just like him, and he's one of a kind!" Reproduce a voice? Wait.. I laugh out loud when I remembered something.





GOJYO'S POV:

I was already getting frustrated and irritated about the whole situation when Hakkai suddenly adds in by laughing. "What's so funny? Do you have any other idea then? Don't tell me you're just going to sweet talk that corrupt monk because it's not going to work." I looked at him crossly. He doesn't have to laugh at my idea! He could at least tell me properly that it's stupid! "Sumimasen, Gojyo." "Hmmp! You don't have to laugh about my idea at all! It's not as if you have one!" I tell him defensively. I was relieved when he finally stopped laughing. Good. He better shape up fast or I'm going to knock him off. "I'm not laughing about your idea at all. I think it's good." "Then what are you laughing about?" I ask him. "Well, remember the last time Goku was with us?" "Yeah. You two were out the whole day shopping for that zaru's food." Hakkai shook his head. "We also entered this unique store selling gadgets and stuff." "Huh?" "They said it was Dr. Ni's inventions that he discarded." "So? What are you getting at?" I ask getting frustrated again. Hakkai can be so long winded. "Sumimasen. I was interested in one particular gadget that I bought it. I tested it using Goku." Hakkai stood up and motioned me to follow him. "Let's go get it so you can see how it works. Then maybe we could test it on Sanzo's room later."

Hakkai was bustling around the packs we always brought along. Then he held up something rectangular and shiny. "Wow.. What's that?" I ask him curious. Hakkai just smiled and pushed some buttons on the gadget. "Sanzo.. I'm hungry. Sanzo.. Sanzo.." I was so shocked that I could not believe what I was hearing. It's not Goku's voice right? I looked at Hakkai questioningly. "What the hell?" Hakkai just smiled like a fool and fingered the stuff lovingly. "They said it was called the voice recorder." I was so happy that on impulse I hugged Hakkai. "That's so great!!! Let's test it on Sanzo right away. Maybe we could do it a few more nights so it would be believable." All the while I was blabbering I kept my hold on Hakkai. When I realized what I was doing I released my hold and turned away from Hakkai. No point in letting him see that I was blushing to the ends of my hair. "Sorry." He chuckled deeply and that made me blush more. Great! Now he can draw conclusions out of this. I stay that way, turned away from Hakkai until I felt him touch my shoulder. "What do you think? Should we test it right away?" "Hell yeah! But let's not get caught okay?" I finally managed to blurt out. If we get caught, Sanzo will bring hell.





GOKU'S POV:

I can't believe I did that! What will Homura think about that? Talk about a big time fluke. Well, Homura's story was really sad I must admit, but I shouldn't have hugged him like that, he could have misinterpreted it or something. I guess, I share the same feelings as he does cause when he told me his story about having to be alone and no one to care for, I suddenly remembered what I longed to forget. I frown as I see the setting sun. That is our destination, but no longer. I am not part of them any more. I just wished I could've said goodbye to Gojyo and Hakkai, they were nice to me until the very end. I wonder what they are doing now? Hmmm.. Gojyo's probably with a woman right about now, and Hakkai? Well he probably went shopping again or he's just playing with Hakuryu. Oh yeah, I miss Hakuryu too. He saved me once and I will never forget that, ever. Although at times I wonder what he really tasted like, is he delicious or what? I hear my stomach grumble. When was the last time I ate? About an hour ago perhaps, but it seems like a day has passed. What I liked about this place is that the food never seems to run short. I decided to stop by the kitchen again, to get my fair share of food. But I must check it first. I don't want to run in on Shien or Zenon again. They talk too much and I don't understand one thing they said. Especially that Shien guy. He talks weirder than Hakkai, I wonder if he's really reciting some sutra to me just for kicks? I shook my head, why did I say sutra? Reminds me of some bad guy.. I ran in the direction of the kitchen but I suddenly bumped into someone. The bump sends me catapulting to the floor. Please don't let it be Shien or Zenon. I placed a hand on my head caressing the place where it hurts. "Sorry, Son Goku. I guess I wasn't looking on where I was going." It was Homura and he offered me hand to help stand up. I didn't take it, I stand on my own. I thought I saw him cringe but it was so fast maybe I imagined it after all. "It's okay. My fault too." I said to him looking at the kitchen. My stomach growled loudly. I blush when I see Homura laugh. "Hungry again, Son Goku? Why don't I take you out? I know this nice little place for a picnic. I know you're getting bored of this place." Hmmm.. Not a bad idea at all. I was really getting bored of the place and a nice little sight seeing won't be so bad at all. "Okay! But you better bring in lots of food!!!" "I wouldn't forget that." Homura said a sparkle in his eyes.





GOJYO' POV:

"Hakkai! What's taking you so long? At this rate the monk's going to wake up at the ruckus this town is making!" I said impatiently at Hakkai. What's wrong with him anyway? He's just going to push a few buttons and was done. It's best to let Sanzo hear the voice when his asleep. If he's awake then he's just going to look where the voice is coming and were dead! He's not stupid you know? He can see the difference between hearing something around and hearing something in his head. Hakkai just grunted in reply, so I have no choice but to wait. But damn it! The ants are killing me! We are crouched low on a hedge of bush beneath the corrupt monk's window. Last time I check in on him, he was sound asleep. Come to think of it the monk's always tired. I just hope he's tired enough to stay asleep despite the noise. I just hope the sound of that voice recorder thingy is loud enough to overcome the banging and swishing noises the firecrackers are making. Hakkai suddenly sprang to life looking victorious. "I finished the adjustments! Are you ready now?" I shook my head and whispered. "Let's check Sanzo first." I stood up as noiselessly as I could and peered over the window. Good he hasn't moved from his last position which means he's really dead asleep. I give Hakkai the thumbs up sign and he got the thing working. "Sanzo.. Sanzo..Sanzoooo..." Goku's voice nearly drowned the firecrackers. I gasped and looked at Hakkai panicking. The damn recorder was too loud. We are attracting townspeople. Some of them came in to peer at the bushes, when I felt the wind knocked out of me. I was forced to the ground and was silenced by Hakkai. We are in an uncomfortable position. And I really mean uncomfortable. If we are to be seen.. I don't know what they might think. Then when I think that nothing would be worse than this I hear Sanzo yelling. "Damn it! You people, can't you at least give me some quiet?! Some of us are trying to sleep!!!" Sanzo yelled, veins popping in his head, shooing the nosy people away. I sighed relieved; at least they won't see us in an undignified poison. I glance at Hakkai and caught my breath at the sight. He had his face sideways and the firecrackers illuminated his chiseled features making him more delicate. I blush at that thought. I really am hopeless. What kind of an idiot would think of something like that at this time? I heard Sanzo mutter something that made me on guard again. "If I get my hands on that little **** I swear I'll kill you! No one dares to play with me." With that he jammed his windows tightly.





HOMURA' POV:

Hmmm.. I thought it would be a nice day. I smiled to myself as I watch Goku ran around the meadow enjoying the company of some little animals. He looked so adorable that I can't help but watch him more. He turned his eyes at me, and I marvel at those large, golden innocent eyes. It was what attracted me to him in the first place. It made me realize that we had something in common. That we belong together. But he doesn't know that yet. But I swear before the day ends, he'll know where he belongs. "Ne Homura when will we eat?" He asked me abandoning those cute little furry animals. I smile, now that's more like it. I don't want to share Goku to anyone not even to those poor little things. I get jealous easily you know? What's mine is mine. I smile at him and offer the large basket of food we brought along. He glomps at it happily, while he waits until I spread the cloth we brought along. This place is perfect for my plan. No one can resist the beauty of this place. It had lots and lots of brightly colored daisies and tulips as far as the eye can see, and across from where we sat is a sparkling green river. As soon as everything is settled he sat down and starts eating the food at an unbelievable speed. I chuckled at his antics. Such a cute boy. I just stared at him for a long time not eating. He must have noticed because he looked up questioningly. "Homura why aren't you eating?" I was amazed at the Goku's eyes. It seems as if I'm drowning in those golden depths of his. Without thinking I leaned in forward and licked at the corner of his mouth were some crumbs are. "Don't worry, I'll get my fill." I took advantage of his shock and kissed him full on the lips. I let my hand travel around his body. But then he regained his self and started pushing me away. "Homura, what do you think you're.." I silenced him with another kiss. He punched my jaw, but I ignored it. He will give in to me sooner or later. And I want him now. He is still struggling but after much hesitation, he finally gave in returning my kiss. Now that's more like it. I thought to myself as I felt his arms encircling around my neck. I trailed kisses down his neck and my fingers were slowly pushing away the irritating garments he had on. I heard him moan which made me more aroused. I stopped short when I deciphered what he is saying. He was moaning Sanzo's name!!! Sanzo's name!!! Rage coursed through my veins and I could feel veins popping everywhere. I grabbed Goku by the neck cutting his air supply. He looked shocked and scared. I growl at him baring my teeth. "What were you saying?!" Goku just hissed. I looked at him crossly, tightening my grip on his neck. "When you're with me, I want you to think only of me!!! Do you hear me?" He nodded. "I don't want to hear Sanzo's name again ever!" I released my grip and hugged Goku to me closely. I raise his chin and looked into his eyes, challenging him. "Now what do you say?" "Homura." I smiled and kissed him again, hands trailing up and down his lithe body. "Now that's more like it. Just be a good boy and I'll be nice to you."





GOKU'S POV:

I can't stop trembling. Homura had me pinned against the ground and his hands are all over my body. I can't believe how the situation got out of hand. I can barely suppress the tears I had; I don't want to let him see how scared I was of him. I didn't even now why I moaned Sanzo's name in the first place. I winced as Homura bit my neck hard. "Say my name Goku." I won't. I tell myself. I won't have him control me. It's bad enough that he's all over me, now he wants me to follow orders too, to hell with him! I groaned as I feel him punch me in the abs, and I felt knocked out. I feel him breathing hard against my ear. "Say my name." No. He punched me again. No. "Being hard-headed huh, Goku?" I gasped when I feel him tearing up my clothes. "Please.. Stop it." I murmur quietly. "No." Then he did to me the worst thing imaginable. I don't want to admit this but.. I need help. Gojyo, Hakkai.. And Sanzo.





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A/N:

Guys sorry for the lousy ending of this chap! I guess I'm doomed to being wholesome!!! Ughhh. I really tried, promise! But this is what all I can get..

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