CHAPTER 6
SANZO'S POV:
I slammed the window hard, releasing some anger. Damn that Gojyo and Hakkai! I swear I'll think of a way to let them taste hell! I sat down at the bed and swiped at the cigarette pack at the bedside table. It's empty. Damn! Even luck is against me! Where am I going to find cigarettes at this hour?! I threw the empty package across the room, releasing the last of my rage. I collapsed on the bed, feeling drained. I sighed. Those two dimwits aren't thinking at all, didn't I tell them that I want to forget about Goku? He'd never come back. Not after what I did to him anyway.
I stare blankly at the ceiling wondering why things have turned out this way. I was also contemplating about the punishment I'll give the two meddling youkai when I suddenly felt sleepy. I closed my eyes to rest them for awhile. "C'mon don't sleep yet, have to think of...."
I was standing on a meadow. I held my breath at the magnificent sight before me; as far as I can see there were red and yellow tulips and daisies adorning the lush green grass. To my right was a clear, sparkling green river. It was so clear you could see the rocks and fishes at the bottom. A few floating lilies topped the beauty of it. I moved towards it in a tranced state. "So beautiful." I murmured to myself enjoying the calming effect the river has on me. As I approached it, I heard shrieks of someone in pain. I frowned as I thought I had the place to myself. I looked around trying to find where the noise came from.
Then I saw it, across the river from me were two men. One had a long billowing cape that rose from his shoulders, hiding his companion from view. He had silky, raven hair and he seems to be pinning his companion to the ground. I saw him stand up, remove his cape and shackles, and grinned manically at the boy before him. With his cape out of the way I saw a glimpse of his companion. I gasped, shock at the sight. He was stark naked and he had his wrists and ankles bounded with vines full of thorns. It was a gruesome sight; he had blood mixed with tears and sweat all over his body. I moved forward trying to get a better view on the boy. I stumbled back when I realized who he was. "Goku." I managed to spit his name out. I stare at him unbelievably. I feel my world crash, and blamed myself for not preventing this from happening. I forced myself to tear my eyes away from Goku's pitiful form, to the other man. He too was now naked and was advancing maliciously towards my Goku. "Homura." I hissed, hating the name and the man. Filled with rage and adrenaline I ran towards them, knowing that I had to do something. As I neared the river banks, vines sprouted out of nowhere and clasped itself on my wrists, ankles and waist securing me in place.
I looked at them again, struggling valiantly at the vines and saw Homura lean down on Goku and kissed him roughly on the lips. I saw him suddenly hung back, lips bruised and bloody. I smirked despite at the situation I'm in. I immediately felt sorry, when I saw Homura's eyes light up with rage. He caressed Goku's cheek almost lovingly then slapped him hard. I saw him hit Goku a couple more times and as I can't take anymore I squeezed my eyes shut. I can hear Goku's yelps of pain and it makes my hearts break. I was relieved when I heard him stop. But then I heard him begging Homura to stop. Curious, I finally opened my eyes. The sight before me made my jaw drop and my eyes go wide as saucers. Regaining my composure and rage, I yelled to Homura frantically. "Get your hands off him Homura!" But for all its worth, I might have said nothing at all. I yelled again, panic rising within me. "Homura damn you to hell!!! I SAID GET YOUR HANDS OFF GOKU!!!" I saw him finally look up, stared in my direction unseeing, he smirked, and then thrust himself into Goku completely; I hear Goku howl in pain and Homura laugh madly. I shut my eyes, tears streaming down my face and murmuring wildly. "Im so sorry, Im so sorry..."
I woke up gasping and scared. That dream has been so real! I touched my wrists and checked whether they have the vine marks. They don't, but they hurt a little. Okay, maybe I'm imagining the pain but.. I walked towards the window and opened it. I have to get some fresh air. My heart is still thumping wildly from what I witnessed in my dream.
Goku, please be safe. I silently prayed. I feel my head getting heavy and I'm certain that I'll be getting the headache. Then I heard someone talking, he had the most irritating voice I can think of and he is adding to my building headache, I cursed. "Damn that noisy.." I stopped when I realized I knew this voice. "It can't be.." I looked around trying to find Hakkai and Gojyo hiding somewhere. To be sure I also looked at the window. No, it was clear. I stopped and listened with all my might, wishing I hadn't imagined it. I can still hear the voice and it is fast accumulating strength. "I have to make sure.." I slammed the door as I went searching for Hakkai and Gojyo.
I knocked at Gojyo's door loudly. I was fast losing patience, as I was standing outside his room for the last 30 seconds. Nobody and I mean nobody makes ME wait. He finally opened his door, looking grumpy. I put my gun at his temple. "What the.. Sanzo?! What are you doing?!" he demanded angrily. "Are you playing one of your tricks again?" I asked him in a deadly voice. "What tricks?" His voice dripped with honey. Gotcha. I lodged the gun harder at his temple, he shrieked. "O-Okay, I admit it and I'm sorry.. Sanzo-sama.. I'll never do it again." Gojyo stammered frantically. "Yeah right! Then why did you do it again?" I asked him venom in my voice. He looked confused. "Huh? Again? We, I mean I did it only once this evening." Gojyo said obviously covering for Hakkai. I removed the gun from his temple believing him. I nodded and went to the direction of Hakkai's room. I heard him sigh in relief. "Were not finished yet Gojyo, your punishment is at hand." I tell him smirking evilly.
I knocked at Hakkai's room. He opened his door at the third knock. Good, reliable Hakkai. That's what I like about him, he is punctual, he knows when to stop and he is about the most sensible man I can talk to. Maybe he can help me decide, but I have to remember he did ally with Gojyo for that nasty trick and no one gets away with me. I come in without asking permission and sat down at his bed. I don't mind being rude, besides I did pay for this room after all. "So where's that nasty thing of a 'recorder'?" I asked Hakkai raising my brows at him. He just smiled sheepishly and took a shiny rectangular thing from underneath his pillow. He handed the blasted thing to me. "So this is not working at the very moment?" I asked him making really, really sure. "What do you mean?" Hakkai asked confused. And I thought he was smart. Oh well, he looks rather sleepy so his brain might not be functioning at the moment. I changed tactic. "How do you work this out?" He took the thing from me and pushed some buttons, and then Goku's voice floated. I nodded and motioned him to stop it. "What's all this about Sanzo?" Hakkai asked concerned. I think it's about time I tell him anyway. I can feel Goku is in immediate danger and we need to get to him as soon as we can. That dream is a premonition. And I really think Homura is pervert enough to do that. And besides, the voice of Goku is ringing loudly in my ears, which means he is suffering at the moment. I frowned, hating the sickening feeling I had in my stomach ever since that blasted dream. I looked at Hakkai directly before continuing. "Goku is in danger." I said simply. He looked absolutely flabbergasted. "What do you mean?" Hakkai asked, bracing himself on the dresser beside the bed. "I dreamt of him. And now I can hear his voice." "I thought it stopped?" "It did. And it returned now. After I had the dream." He looked at me questioningly. I did not return his gaze, "Homura's torturing him." I said simply. I didn't want to disgrace Goku further by announcing it to everyone. He can tell them on his own. "What?!" Hakkai asked looking enraged. "The nerve! He took Goku away and for what?" He added anger rising within him. "So what are we going to do then?" Hakkai asked me sharply. I raised my chin at him, hoping I look superior. "What else? I need to reclaim my pet back. Nobody abuses my pet but me." Hakkai just smiled softly at my comment, but I can definitely feel his happiness about having to rescue Goku.
GOKU'S POV:
Where am I? This place is so dark. I tried to focus my eyes, but it was no use. I can't still see anything. I tried to move my arms and was surprised to feel them shackled. I moved my feet, like my arms it was also chained. The movement I did make me whimper in pain. I can feel my behind throbbing with a dull ache. I gasped when I realized why. I started to cry. Why did this happen to me? Why? Homura seems to be a really nice person; I didn't know that he could be capable of doing that. Why did I ever trust him in the first place? Why?
I was suddenly blinded, when the lights was turned on. "Why, hello Goku." It was Homura. I looked at him hatefully. He just smiled at me teasingly. Damn him! How dare he play with me?! Homura came closer and fingered the chains that binded me to the luxurious king-sized bed I'm in. "Aren't you going to greet me?" He asked jerking the chains forcefully, which made my arm sting with pain. I winced but did not answer him. He was starting to lose his patience, I can tell by the tic that formed below his left eye. "I said aren't you going to greet me?" Homura asked once again his face dangerously close to mine. I looked at him defiantly and raised my chin. "Make me." He laughed; his mad laugh and it sent shivers down my spine. I hate his laugh. "My, my, my.. Aren't we spunky today?" He caressed my cheek, pinching it hardly now and then. I tried not to let him show that it hurts. Homura looked at me directly in the eyes; his eyes full of challenge. "But are you forgetting that I like obedient boys?" "You didn't tell me about it. Sorry." I made a face. I regretted it right away when he suddenly punched me in the jaw. "You are going to follow my every order, understand?" "No." I should've shut my mouth. But I didn't. And see where it gets me? Now, I'm not only sex object, I'm also a punching bag! Hell! I'd rather suffer Sanzo's paper fan whacks and the cold shoulder treatement than this.
Sometime later Homura finally stopped. The bed was now soaked with blood and spit, as Homura like to shower me with it while he was speaking so angrily. He composed himself before going out the room. "I hope next time you'll know how to act. Not unless you want THAT again." As soon as he closed the door, I collapsed. "Itai.. It hurts.." I said out loud, while mending some bruises. That jerk! Why doesn't he unshackle me first? Then I'll give him all the fight he wants. He isn't fair!
Being alone and lonely and shackled made me think of the past. Those never ending days of boredom and wishing that I be let out of that mountain. I smiled wistfully when I recalled how Sanzo looked like the sun while reaching out to me. He is so bright, he made me believe again. He looks exactly like the person I envisioned to free me. I start to cry when I realize I still care for him. Even if he did not return it, even if he doesn't like me, I will be forever devoted to him. I think of the past few days, I trusted Homura because I was forcing myself to forget and hate Sanzo. I was letting myself be close to Homura, as to help me forget faster. But I was just fooling myself. My foolishness led me to this! I hugged myself tighter enveloping the sleepiness that engulfed me.
GOJYO'S POV:
I wake up feeling grumpy. The nerve of that monk to scare me! Last night was the scariest and most irritating situation I had with the monk. I swear, if I did just one teeny, weenie mistake I'd be dead meat by now. I shrugged, shaking the last of my anger. I mean what can I do? I can't possibly fight with that corrupt monk. I'd probably end with either a gun or a paper fan on my head. I got dressed and let myself out of the room. I decided to stop by at Hakkai's room. I was surprised to see the room empty and clean. I guess he's up early. I peeked at Sanzo's room; it was also clean and empty. Now that's a surprise! I thought he sleeps in? I shake my head, and felt my stomach grumbling. "I wonder what they got for breakfast?" I wondered aloud as I went down.
"Oi Kappa what took you so long?" It was the irritating monk. "What? Its only 8 am!" Sanzo raised his brows. I realize that he and Hakkai were already on Hakuryu. I frowned. "Were leaving? But I haven't had.." Hakkai interrupted and smiled at me. Now that's what I call breakfast! "We are going to pick up someone." I looked at him and Sanzo confused. "Who? Is he that important? I mean can this wait till I eat?" Sanzo looked at me crossly and took out his gun. "Just get in." I shrugged and complied. "But who are we going to pick up?" Hakkai laughed. "Oh, you know him already..." I looked at Sanzo and noticed the littlest smile ever. Realization hit me. "Why didn't you say so! Hit the accelerator already!!! Goku here we come!!!" I said happily as Hakuryu screeched and rocketed forward.
SANZO'S POV:
I slammed the window hard, releasing some anger. Damn that Gojyo and Hakkai! I swear I'll think of a way to let them taste hell! I sat down at the bed and swiped at the cigarette pack at the bedside table. It's empty. Damn! Even luck is against me! Where am I going to find cigarettes at this hour?! I threw the empty package across the room, releasing the last of my rage. I collapsed on the bed, feeling drained. I sighed. Those two dimwits aren't thinking at all, didn't I tell them that I want to forget about Goku? He'd never come back. Not after what I did to him anyway.
I stare blankly at the ceiling wondering why things have turned out this way. I was also contemplating about the punishment I'll give the two meddling youkai when I suddenly felt sleepy. I closed my eyes to rest them for awhile. "C'mon don't sleep yet, have to think of...."
I was standing on a meadow. I held my breath at the magnificent sight before me; as far as I can see there were red and yellow tulips and daisies adorning the lush green grass. To my right was a clear, sparkling green river. It was so clear you could see the rocks and fishes at the bottom. A few floating lilies topped the beauty of it. I moved towards it in a tranced state. "So beautiful." I murmured to myself enjoying the calming effect the river has on me. As I approached it, I heard shrieks of someone in pain. I frowned as I thought I had the place to myself. I looked around trying to find where the noise came from.
Then I saw it, across the river from me were two men. One had a long billowing cape that rose from his shoulders, hiding his companion from view. He had silky, raven hair and he seems to be pinning his companion to the ground. I saw him stand up, remove his cape and shackles, and grinned manically at the boy before him. With his cape out of the way I saw a glimpse of his companion. I gasped, shock at the sight. He was stark naked and he had his wrists and ankles bounded with vines full of thorns. It was a gruesome sight; he had blood mixed with tears and sweat all over his body. I moved forward trying to get a better view on the boy. I stumbled back when I realized who he was. "Goku." I managed to spit his name out. I stare at him unbelievably. I feel my world crash, and blamed myself for not preventing this from happening. I forced myself to tear my eyes away from Goku's pitiful form, to the other man. He too was now naked and was advancing maliciously towards my Goku. "Homura." I hissed, hating the name and the man. Filled with rage and adrenaline I ran towards them, knowing that I had to do something. As I neared the river banks, vines sprouted out of nowhere and clasped itself on my wrists, ankles and waist securing me in place.
I looked at them again, struggling valiantly at the vines and saw Homura lean down on Goku and kissed him roughly on the lips. I saw him suddenly hung back, lips bruised and bloody. I smirked despite at the situation I'm in. I immediately felt sorry, when I saw Homura's eyes light up with rage. He caressed Goku's cheek almost lovingly then slapped him hard. I saw him hit Goku a couple more times and as I can't take anymore I squeezed my eyes shut. I can hear Goku's yelps of pain and it makes my hearts break. I was relieved when I heard him stop. But then I heard him begging Homura to stop. Curious, I finally opened my eyes. The sight before me made my jaw drop and my eyes go wide as saucers. Regaining my composure and rage, I yelled to Homura frantically. "Get your hands off him Homura!" But for all its worth, I might have said nothing at all. I yelled again, panic rising within me. "Homura damn you to hell!!! I SAID GET YOUR HANDS OFF GOKU!!!" I saw him finally look up, stared in my direction unseeing, he smirked, and then thrust himself into Goku completely; I hear Goku howl in pain and Homura laugh madly. I shut my eyes, tears streaming down my face and murmuring wildly. "Im so sorry, Im so sorry..."
I woke up gasping and scared. That dream has been so real! I touched my wrists and checked whether they have the vine marks. They don't, but they hurt a little. Okay, maybe I'm imagining the pain but.. I walked towards the window and opened it. I have to get some fresh air. My heart is still thumping wildly from what I witnessed in my dream.
Goku, please be safe. I silently prayed. I feel my head getting heavy and I'm certain that I'll be getting the headache. Then I heard someone talking, he had the most irritating voice I can think of and he is adding to my building headache, I cursed. "Damn that noisy.." I stopped when I realized I knew this voice. "It can't be.." I looked around trying to find Hakkai and Gojyo hiding somewhere. To be sure I also looked at the window. No, it was clear. I stopped and listened with all my might, wishing I hadn't imagined it. I can still hear the voice and it is fast accumulating strength. "I have to make sure.." I slammed the door as I went searching for Hakkai and Gojyo.
I knocked at Gojyo's door loudly. I was fast losing patience, as I was standing outside his room for the last 30 seconds. Nobody and I mean nobody makes ME wait. He finally opened his door, looking grumpy. I put my gun at his temple. "What the.. Sanzo?! What are you doing?!" he demanded angrily. "Are you playing one of your tricks again?" I asked him in a deadly voice. "What tricks?" His voice dripped with honey. Gotcha. I lodged the gun harder at his temple, he shrieked. "O-Okay, I admit it and I'm sorry.. Sanzo-sama.. I'll never do it again." Gojyo stammered frantically. "Yeah right! Then why did you do it again?" I asked him venom in my voice. He looked confused. "Huh? Again? We, I mean I did it only once this evening." Gojyo said obviously covering for Hakkai. I removed the gun from his temple believing him. I nodded and went to the direction of Hakkai's room. I heard him sigh in relief. "Were not finished yet Gojyo, your punishment is at hand." I tell him smirking evilly.
I knocked at Hakkai's room. He opened his door at the third knock. Good, reliable Hakkai. That's what I like about him, he is punctual, he knows when to stop and he is about the most sensible man I can talk to. Maybe he can help me decide, but I have to remember he did ally with Gojyo for that nasty trick and no one gets away with me. I come in without asking permission and sat down at his bed. I don't mind being rude, besides I did pay for this room after all. "So where's that nasty thing of a 'recorder'?" I asked Hakkai raising my brows at him. He just smiled sheepishly and took a shiny rectangular thing from underneath his pillow. He handed the blasted thing to me. "So this is not working at the very moment?" I asked him making really, really sure. "What do you mean?" Hakkai asked confused. And I thought he was smart. Oh well, he looks rather sleepy so his brain might not be functioning at the moment. I changed tactic. "How do you work this out?" He took the thing from me and pushed some buttons, and then Goku's voice floated. I nodded and motioned him to stop it. "What's all this about Sanzo?" Hakkai asked concerned. I think it's about time I tell him anyway. I can feel Goku is in immediate danger and we need to get to him as soon as we can. That dream is a premonition. And I really think Homura is pervert enough to do that. And besides, the voice of Goku is ringing loudly in my ears, which means he is suffering at the moment. I frowned, hating the sickening feeling I had in my stomach ever since that blasted dream. I looked at Hakkai directly before continuing. "Goku is in danger." I said simply. He looked absolutely flabbergasted. "What do you mean?" Hakkai asked, bracing himself on the dresser beside the bed. "I dreamt of him. And now I can hear his voice." "I thought it stopped?" "It did. And it returned now. After I had the dream." He looked at me questioningly. I did not return his gaze, "Homura's torturing him." I said simply. I didn't want to disgrace Goku further by announcing it to everyone. He can tell them on his own. "What?!" Hakkai asked looking enraged. "The nerve! He took Goku away and for what?" He added anger rising within him. "So what are we going to do then?" Hakkai asked me sharply. I raised my chin at him, hoping I look superior. "What else? I need to reclaim my pet back. Nobody abuses my pet but me." Hakkai just smiled softly at my comment, but I can definitely feel his happiness about having to rescue Goku.
GOKU'S POV:
Where am I? This place is so dark. I tried to focus my eyes, but it was no use. I can't still see anything. I tried to move my arms and was surprised to feel them shackled. I moved my feet, like my arms it was also chained. The movement I did make me whimper in pain. I can feel my behind throbbing with a dull ache. I gasped when I realized why. I started to cry. Why did this happen to me? Why? Homura seems to be a really nice person; I didn't know that he could be capable of doing that. Why did I ever trust him in the first place? Why?
I was suddenly blinded, when the lights was turned on. "Why, hello Goku." It was Homura. I looked at him hatefully. He just smiled at me teasingly. Damn him! How dare he play with me?! Homura came closer and fingered the chains that binded me to the luxurious king-sized bed I'm in. "Aren't you going to greet me?" He asked jerking the chains forcefully, which made my arm sting with pain. I winced but did not answer him. He was starting to lose his patience, I can tell by the tic that formed below his left eye. "I said aren't you going to greet me?" Homura asked once again his face dangerously close to mine. I looked at him defiantly and raised my chin. "Make me." He laughed; his mad laugh and it sent shivers down my spine. I hate his laugh. "My, my, my.. Aren't we spunky today?" He caressed my cheek, pinching it hardly now and then. I tried not to let him show that it hurts. Homura looked at me directly in the eyes; his eyes full of challenge. "But are you forgetting that I like obedient boys?" "You didn't tell me about it. Sorry." I made a face. I regretted it right away when he suddenly punched me in the jaw. "You are going to follow my every order, understand?" "No." I should've shut my mouth. But I didn't. And see where it gets me? Now, I'm not only sex object, I'm also a punching bag! Hell! I'd rather suffer Sanzo's paper fan whacks and the cold shoulder treatement than this.
Sometime later Homura finally stopped. The bed was now soaked with blood and spit, as Homura like to shower me with it while he was speaking so angrily. He composed himself before going out the room. "I hope next time you'll know how to act. Not unless you want THAT again." As soon as he closed the door, I collapsed. "Itai.. It hurts.." I said out loud, while mending some bruises. That jerk! Why doesn't he unshackle me first? Then I'll give him all the fight he wants. He isn't fair!
Being alone and lonely and shackled made me think of the past. Those never ending days of boredom and wishing that I be let out of that mountain. I smiled wistfully when I recalled how Sanzo looked like the sun while reaching out to me. He is so bright, he made me believe again. He looks exactly like the person I envisioned to free me. I start to cry when I realize I still care for him. Even if he did not return it, even if he doesn't like me, I will be forever devoted to him. I think of the past few days, I trusted Homura because I was forcing myself to forget and hate Sanzo. I was letting myself be close to Homura, as to help me forget faster. But I was just fooling myself. My foolishness led me to this! I hugged myself tighter enveloping the sleepiness that engulfed me.
GOJYO'S POV:
I wake up feeling grumpy. The nerve of that monk to scare me! Last night was the scariest and most irritating situation I had with the monk. I swear, if I did just one teeny, weenie mistake I'd be dead meat by now. I shrugged, shaking the last of my anger. I mean what can I do? I can't possibly fight with that corrupt monk. I'd probably end with either a gun or a paper fan on my head. I got dressed and let myself out of the room. I decided to stop by at Hakkai's room. I was surprised to see the room empty and clean. I guess he's up early. I peeked at Sanzo's room; it was also clean and empty. Now that's a surprise! I thought he sleeps in? I shake my head, and felt my stomach grumbling. "I wonder what they got for breakfast?" I wondered aloud as I went down.
"Oi Kappa what took you so long?" It was the irritating monk. "What? Its only 8 am!" Sanzo raised his brows. I realize that he and Hakkai were already on Hakuryu. I frowned. "Were leaving? But I haven't had.." Hakkai interrupted and smiled at me. Now that's what I call breakfast! "We are going to pick up someone." I looked at him and Sanzo confused. "Who? Is he that important? I mean can this wait till I eat?" Sanzo looked at me crossly and took out his gun. "Just get in." I shrugged and complied. "But who are we going to pick up?" Hakkai laughed. "Oh, you know him already..." I looked at Sanzo and noticed the littlest smile ever. Realization hit me. "Why didn't you say so! Hit the accelerator already!!! Goku here we come!!!" I said happily as Hakuryu screeched and rocketed forward.