A/N:
Mina! Sorry if I took too long to update. School work you see. Hehehe... Don't you worry though! I promise to finish this story. It will only take me long to update and stuff.
The usuals: disclaimers and my thanks to those who reviewed! Really appreciated you guys!
sHELFU-SAN- did you receive my e-mail? Hope you did. Anyway here's the continuation.
Chapter 3
SANZO's POV
When I came to, I was back at my bed at the inn. For a moment I was so disoriented, I wondered briefly if I'd died. Then I smirked, I would've laughed at my own stupidity, but since when have I had the sense of humor? And since when have I been fond of mocking myself? Really. I rolled my eyes at myself, since I was alone at my room.
I was thinking or rather trying to remember why I was back at my bed. All I can remember was that Hakkai was trying to wake me up and that I followed him downstairs. Hmm... Funny really. What happened? I tried to concentrate to help me remember but it was no use. Gojyo, Goku and Hakkai picked that exact time to stop right in front of my door to talk. I listened.
"Goku, I think this is not the right time to visit Sanzo." Hakkai explained to Goku gently. I nodded my thanks to him in silence. Really. I need to concentrate more and try to decipher what really happened to me. Wait. I remember now. I went down to the kitchen and when I couldn't find Goku, I decided to look outside. I see Goku and the man he was with turned to look at me. Then I decided to drop dead. Pathetic. And that's what happened. I rolled my eyes yet again in disgust.
And yeah, Hakkai, if you really are good in reading minds, then could you tell Goku that I need to wallow in self pity alone?
"But, But! Did you see him?! He looks so pale and terrified! What if something's wrong with him? He might need me!" Goku screeched at the top of his lungs. Really. I love the zaru with all my heart, but does he need to screech that loud? I really could use some earmuffs right about now. Goku could easily wreck the eardrums of a regular person. Me? I had lots of time to practice with him, ever since that fateful day I picked him up. Wait, did he say I look terrified? When did Sanzo, me, Genjo Sanzo resort to being looking terrified? I resist the urge to huff but stopped when I heard Gojyo reply to the zaru quite out of character.
"Oi, zaru! The monk probably needs his time alone. Besides you don't have to be tied at the hip always!" The ero kappa declared. Hmmp. That guy can really show some spark of brilliance every now and then. I admit that even if two people are in a relationship and practically live because of the other, I still believe that they should have a life outside of the relationship.
I would've continued debating with myself when I heard a different voice. It's not either of the three but it sounded very, very familiar.
"You know what son? He's right. You should probably let him have his own time first. Then when he's ready then you could pick up where you left off." The man said. As I continued to listen to his voice, the more and more I was convinced that I knew him. And the way he talks...
"Really? Then maybe I should follow your advice! You sound more convincing than him anyway." Goku said off handedly.
"What?! You chibi zaru!" Gojyo yelled loudly. And I thought that Goku could shatter one's eardrums. The ero kappa can give him a run for his money.
"Maa-maa, stop it you guys. It's really embarrassing for Goku's guest." Hakkai stopped the two bumbling monkeys, who I assume had shut their mouths for Hakkai's benefit. Well, of course Gojyo would do anything that Hakkai asks him to, since he's very much attached and head over heels about that guy. And Goku? He's so fond of Hakkai because of the fact that he was babied by him.
"No, don't be. It's really amusing to watch them." The guy said yet again. What is it with him? His mere voice is enough to raise goose bumps all over my skin. It is really, really creepy. I still can't place his voice though. Where have I heard it again?
"Well, if you ask me, it's really amusing to see a wild, chibi zaru on any day." Gojyo said.
"Ahhh!!! You ero kappa!!! I'll tell Hakkai! Hakkai, Gojyo started it again!!"
"Gojyo, don't embarrass Goku any more."
"Hakkai! You picked his side? Are you mad at me? Did I do something?" Gojyo asked his koi, quite concerned. If it weren't for my already wrecked nerves, I would've snorted in Gojyo's jealousy and concern. Only Hakkai can do that to him. Girls, don't even stand a chance in raising or claiming Gojyo's sympathy or whatever. He really hit it hard.
"Hahaha. You guys look like family." Commented the mystery guy.
"We do try to act like one, you see, we might need it in our journey." Hakkai replied the man.
"Oh, excuse my rudeness, I haven't introduced myself yet. I'm Kagami. Kagami Kuwata." What the? He can't be.. HE can't be... I feel like fainting again but it is not possible. I'm already lying down. His name hit my face like a thousand raining fists. Memories came crashing like waves.
Flashback
/* (Sanzo's POV)
He died. My master died. He died protecting me. But why? Why did he do it? I'm worthless. Absolutely worthless. I am just a nobody. But Komyo Sanzo picked me up and took care of me. He took me under his wings and taught me beautiful and wonderful teachings about life, about everything. Because of him I had the reason to continue living. Because of him I was determined to be at my best. I became the most powerful dharmic student in the monastery. I can drive away wild bears by just talking to them. I am at the top.
But I can't even protect the man that is my salvation. I am absolutely helpless. If I am really powerful then I should've saved my master and be gone with it. Those youkai should've been in hell by now. But instead I am the one living hell. It really is a relief that I am out of the monastery. I can't live one more day there. Every single space in that dreadful place reminds me of my master. I would really go insane if I stay one moment longer in that place.
One good thing that happened is that my master probably, predicted his death and has appointed me to be the next Sanzo. If it weren't for my being Sanzo, then I would've had a hell of a time thinking of an excuse to leave the monastery. Yesterday night was really grueling. I barely had the strength to put on my charade. I barely had some control in me. I was raised by Komyo Sanzo that way. And at the very last breath, I would live the way he thought me to.
I'm walking aimlessly. I don't have no where to go. I would go to where my feet take me. Actually, I would go on a hunt to find those youkai who murdered Komyo Sanzo. If I find them, gods forbid the scene. I would definitely love to tear them up to pieces until not one single part of their wretched body is recognizable. I gritted my teeth in annoyance. Why is it fuckin' hot? I raised the robes that been given to me to shield my eyes. Where am I? I ask myself as I looked around the place. I was in a vast desert. Am I unlucky or what?
I dropped to me knees crying. It seems I can't take anymore. All that seems to be running in my head is the way my master dropped to the ground lifelessly. Someone touched my shoulder. I flinched.
"You okay kid?" The kind voice asked. I look at him and gasped. He looks like the one who killed master! I stood up and attacked him. He dodged a few of my punches but then he just keeps on raising his arms over his head shouting over and again that I stop this stupid fight. I growled at him. Hell no! I reached inside my pocket and pointed the gun at the man. I looked at him coldly as he shakes from fear. Ah. The power. Without hesitation I pulled the trigger. He dropped to the ground soundlessly, his blood splattering all over me. Then I fainted.
Kagami's POV
What happened to the weather here? It's really, really hot! I reached in my bag and pulled a hat and perched it atop my head. It did little though, but nonetheless it keeps my face in shade. I looked around and frowned, it should be near here. I thought to myself as I looked around for any clue of the house I was supposed to be living in. Well, it was something that the parental units left and I don't have anywhere to go, it would do.
I was starting to walk towards the eastern side of the place when a golden flash caught my eye. I looked closely, and found out that it was a man... Wait, he's just a teener. And god, he looks beautiful even from afar. I watched him closely, and noticed that he had raised a gun. I looked at it in astonishment. It was a spirit ascending gun! How the hell did he get his hands on that?
Then in my horror he pointed it to a kindly, old man. The old man was shaking from head to toe in fear. Then the teener, shouted madly.
"DIE, YOU WRETCHED YOUKAI!!" Then he pulled the trigger. The man crumpled to the ground his blood splashing everywhere. Then the teener fainted. I rushed to the scene and checked for the old man's pulse. He was dead. I looked closely at the old man. He was not a youkai at all. What the hell happened to the kid?
I turned my attention to the kid. He had fainted all right, but he had a wicked smile on his face, he seems quite contented by what he's done. I looked at his face closely. He was even more beautiful when you see him up close. Making a quick decision, I called for back up and told them that I found an old man dead in the desert and told its location. Then I picked up the kid, and went to the house that I had spotted when I was scouting the area.
Sanzo's POV
I opened my eyes and groaned. I was supposed to be lying in a dessert not somewhere with a bed! Well that's okay I finally killed the demon that killed my master. Hehehe.... I was jovially rejoicing for my feat when the door to the room opened. I open my eyes in astonishment. My master is alive! He is alive!! My mind shouted as I took in his black hair and blue eyes. He's not wearing his robes though. But that's okay, I don't really care.
I jumped from the bed and hugged him tightly. "You're alive! Where did you go master?" I asked him not letting go.
"What are you talking about?" He asks as he breaks out of my embrace. I was looking at his blue orbs and I feel like drowning. It's now or never, I guess. I don't want to lose him again. I braced myself for his reactions, knowing quite well that he might reject me. I stood on tip toes and kissed him fervently in the lips. For full moment he didn't respond, and I was getting the dreadful feeling that he has indeed rejected me. I pulled out of the kiss embarrassed.
"Sorry..." My sentence was cut off when he pulled me close and kissed me. His tongue slid in and explores my mouth. I was in pure ecstasy. I feel him tugging at my robes and I help him tug it down. In a few moments we were completely naked.
Kagami's POV
I don't know what the hell the kid's talking about and about him calling me master. But if I can get what he is offering me, then fine. I'll be his master. I just hope that one day he'll do it, because it's me. Not 'his master'. The kid's rally great and I feel more and more attached to him. I hope he doesn't find out that I'm youkai. He seems to be hating you kais since, they are the once who tried to 'kill' me.
He comes barging in on the room, looking incredibly sexy. I smile at him and he smiles back. He placed the tray down and started to feed me. Mmm. I'd rather be eating him instead. I was distracted when a loud banging emerged from the other room. I went in too see what's happening. I was met with a youkai and immediately attacked me. Because I wasn't ready I was hit with it full force and I came crashing to the ground. Koryu saw the scene and put his gun in front of his face. The youkai was much quicker. He whacked the gun out of Koryu's hand and slammed him to the ground.
Getting enraged, I didn't notice that I had change to my youkai form. I attacked the youkai and within minutes killed him. I went to Koryu.
"Are you okay?" I offered my hand to let him stand up. He was looking at me with venom in his eyes.
"You are a youkai."
"Let me explain."
"You tricked me."
"It was because.. I was..."
"YOU TRICKED ME!!" Koryu exploded, and grabbed the gun at his feet.
"I only did it because..."
"I don't want to listen to any excuses." He looked at me menacingly and fingered the trigger.
"KORYU! Please listen to me..." He smiled wickedly, like the way he smiled when he killed the old man.
"Bye, mister youkai." He pulled the trigger. I look at him with such hate in my eyes.
"This won't be the end of it, Koryu." The bullet dodged itself within me in slow motion.
End of Flashback */
Sanzo's POV
I remember now. After my master died, I had momentary insanity. That's why I can't remember him quickly. But why is he here? He's supposed to be dead. Cold fear slashed my heart.
"Ne, mister Kagami, if Sanzo's fine I want you to meet him!" Goku said.
"I can't wait, son I can't wait."
A/N:
Me again. I hope I didn't disappoint you with the mystery person. He's an OC. Let me hear from you if what I did is okay. I can't really find any person related to Sanzo's past besides the usuals.
Mina! Sorry if I took too long to update. School work you see. Hehehe... Don't you worry though! I promise to finish this story. It will only take me long to update and stuff.
The usuals: disclaimers and my thanks to those who reviewed! Really appreciated you guys!
sHELFU-SAN- did you receive my e-mail? Hope you did. Anyway here's the continuation.
Chapter 3
SANZO's POV
When I came to, I was back at my bed at the inn. For a moment I was so disoriented, I wondered briefly if I'd died. Then I smirked, I would've laughed at my own stupidity, but since when have I had the sense of humor? And since when have I been fond of mocking myself? Really. I rolled my eyes at myself, since I was alone at my room.
I was thinking or rather trying to remember why I was back at my bed. All I can remember was that Hakkai was trying to wake me up and that I followed him downstairs. Hmm... Funny really. What happened? I tried to concentrate to help me remember but it was no use. Gojyo, Goku and Hakkai picked that exact time to stop right in front of my door to talk. I listened.
"Goku, I think this is not the right time to visit Sanzo." Hakkai explained to Goku gently. I nodded my thanks to him in silence. Really. I need to concentrate more and try to decipher what really happened to me. Wait. I remember now. I went down to the kitchen and when I couldn't find Goku, I decided to look outside. I see Goku and the man he was with turned to look at me. Then I decided to drop dead. Pathetic. And that's what happened. I rolled my eyes yet again in disgust.
And yeah, Hakkai, if you really are good in reading minds, then could you tell Goku that I need to wallow in self pity alone?
"But, But! Did you see him?! He looks so pale and terrified! What if something's wrong with him? He might need me!" Goku screeched at the top of his lungs. Really. I love the zaru with all my heart, but does he need to screech that loud? I really could use some earmuffs right about now. Goku could easily wreck the eardrums of a regular person. Me? I had lots of time to practice with him, ever since that fateful day I picked him up. Wait, did he say I look terrified? When did Sanzo, me, Genjo Sanzo resort to being looking terrified? I resist the urge to huff but stopped when I heard Gojyo reply to the zaru quite out of character.
"Oi, zaru! The monk probably needs his time alone. Besides you don't have to be tied at the hip always!" The ero kappa declared. Hmmp. That guy can really show some spark of brilliance every now and then. I admit that even if two people are in a relationship and practically live because of the other, I still believe that they should have a life outside of the relationship.
I would've continued debating with myself when I heard a different voice. It's not either of the three but it sounded very, very familiar.
"You know what son? He's right. You should probably let him have his own time first. Then when he's ready then you could pick up where you left off." The man said. As I continued to listen to his voice, the more and more I was convinced that I knew him. And the way he talks...
"Really? Then maybe I should follow your advice! You sound more convincing than him anyway." Goku said off handedly.
"What?! You chibi zaru!" Gojyo yelled loudly. And I thought that Goku could shatter one's eardrums. The ero kappa can give him a run for his money.
"Maa-maa, stop it you guys. It's really embarrassing for Goku's guest." Hakkai stopped the two bumbling monkeys, who I assume had shut their mouths for Hakkai's benefit. Well, of course Gojyo would do anything that Hakkai asks him to, since he's very much attached and head over heels about that guy. And Goku? He's so fond of Hakkai because of the fact that he was babied by him.
"No, don't be. It's really amusing to watch them." The guy said yet again. What is it with him? His mere voice is enough to raise goose bumps all over my skin. It is really, really creepy. I still can't place his voice though. Where have I heard it again?
"Well, if you ask me, it's really amusing to see a wild, chibi zaru on any day." Gojyo said.
"Ahhh!!! You ero kappa!!! I'll tell Hakkai! Hakkai, Gojyo started it again!!"
"Gojyo, don't embarrass Goku any more."
"Hakkai! You picked his side? Are you mad at me? Did I do something?" Gojyo asked his koi, quite concerned. If it weren't for my already wrecked nerves, I would've snorted in Gojyo's jealousy and concern. Only Hakkai can do that to him. Girls, don't even stand a chance in raising or claiming Gojyo's sympathy or whatever. He really hit it hard.
"Hahaha. You guys look like family." Commented the mystery guy.
"We do try to act like one, you see, we might need it in our journey." Hakkai replied the man.
"Oh, excuse my rudeness, I haven't introduced myself yet. I'm Kagami. Kagami Kuwata." What the? He can't be.. HE can't be... I feel like fainting again but it is not possible. I'm already lying down. His name hit my face like a thousand raining fists. Memories came crashing like waves.
Flashback
/* (Sanzo's POV)
He died. My master died. He died protecting me. But why? Why did he do it? I'm worthless. Absolutely worthless. I am just a nobody. But Komyo Sanzo picked me up and took care of me. He took me under his wings and taught me beautiful and wonderful teachings about life, about everything. Because of him I had the reason to continue living. Because of him I was determined to be at my best. I became the most powerful dharmic student in the monastery. I can drive away wild bears by just talking to them. I am at the top.
But I can't even protect the man that is my salvation. I am absolutely helpless. If I am really powerful then I should've saved my master and be gone with it. Those youkai should've been in hell by now. But instead I am the one living hell. It really is a relief that I am out of the monastery. I can't live one more day there. Every single space in that dreadful place reminds me of my master. I would really go insane if I stay one moment longer in that place.
One good thing that happened is that my master probably, predicted his death and has appointed me to be the next Sanzo. If it weren't for my being Sanzo, then I would've had a hell of a time thinking of an excuse to leave the monastery. Yesterday night was really grueling. I barely had the strength to put on my charade. I barely had some control in me. I was raised by Komyo Sanzo that way. And at the very last breath, I would live the way he thought me to.
I'm walking aimlessly. I don't have no where to go. I would go to where my feet take me. Actually, I would go on a hunt to find those youkai who murdered Komyo Sanzo. If I find them, gods forbid the scene. I would definitely love to tear them up to pieces until not one single part of their wretched body is recognizable. I gritted my teeth in annoyance. Why is it fuckin' hot? I raised the robes that been given to me to shield my eyes. Where am I? I ask myself as I looked around the place. I was in a vast desert. Am I unlucky or what?
I dropped to me knees crying. It seems I can't take anymore. All that seems to be running in my head is the way my master dropped to the ground lifelessly. Someone touched my shoulder. I flinched.
"You okay kid?" The kind voice asked. I look at him and gasped. He looks like the one who killed master! I stood up and attacked him. He dodged a few of my punches but then he just keeps on raising his arms over his head shouting over and again that I stop this stupid fight. I growled at him. Hell no! I reached inside my pocket and pointed the gun at the man. I looked at him coldly as he shakes from fear. Ah. The power. Without hesitation I pulled the trigger. He dropped to the ground soundlessly, his blood splattering all over me. Then I fainted.
Kagami's POV
What happened to the weather here? It's really, really hot! I reached in my bag and pulled a hat and perched it atop my head. It did little though, but nonetheless it keeps my face in shade. I looked around and frowned, it should be near here. I thought to myself as I looked around for any clue of the house I was supposed to be living in. Well, it was something that the parental units left and I don't have anywhere to go, it would do.
I was starting to walk towards the eastern side of the place when a golden flash caught my eye. I looked closely, and found out that it was a man... Wait, he's just a teener. And god, he looks beautiful even from afar. I watched him closely, and noticed that he had raised a gun. I looked at it in astonishment. It was a spirit ascending gun! How the hell did he get his hands on that?
Then in my horror he pointed it to a kindly, old man. The old man was shaking from head to toe in fear. Then the teener, shouted madly.
"DIE, YOU WRETCHED YOUKAI!!" Then he pulled the trigger. The man crumpled to the ground his blood splashing everywhere. Then the teener fainted. I rushed to the scene and checked for the old man's pulse. He was dead. I looked closely at the old man. He was not a youkai at all. What the hell happened to the kid?
I turned my attention to the kid. He had fainted all right, but he had a wicked smile on his face, he seems quite contented by what he's done. I looked at his face closely. He was even more beautiful when you see him up close. Making a quick decision, I called for back up and told them that I found an old man dead in the desert and told its location. Then I picked up the kid, and went to the house that I had spotted when I was scouting the area.
Sanzo's POV
I opened my eyes and groaned. I was supposed to be lying in a dessert not somewhere with a bed! Well that's okay I finally killed the demon that killed my master. Hehehe.... I was jovially rejoicing for my feat when the door to the room opened. I open my eyes in astonishment. My master is alive! He is alive!! My mind shouted as I took in his black hair and blue eyes. He's not wearing his robes though. But that's okay, I don't really care.
I jumped from the bed and hugged him tightly. "You're alive! Where did you go master?" I asked him not letting go.
"What are you talking about?" He asks as he breaks out of my embrace. I was looking at his blue orbs and I feel like drowning. It's now or never, I guess. I don't want to lose him again. I braced myself for his reactions, knowing quite well that he might reject me. I stood on tip toes and kissed him fervently in the lips. For full moment he didn't respond, and I was getting the dreadful feeling that he has indeed rejected me. I pulled out of the kiss embarrassed.
"Sorry..." My sentence was cut off when he pulled me close and kissed me. His tongue slid in and explores my mouth. I was in pure ecstasy. I feel him tugging at my robes and I help him tug it down. In a few moments we were completely naked.
Kagami's POV
I don't know what the hell the kid's talking about and about him calling me master. But if I can get what he is offering me, then fine. I'll be his master. I just hope that one day he'll do it, because it's me. Not 'his master'. The kid's rally great and I feel more and more attached to him. I hope he doesn't find out that I'm youkai. He seems to be hating you kais since, they are the once who tried to 'kill' me.
He comes barging in on the room, looking incredibly sexy. I smile at him and he smiles back. He placed the tray down and started to feed me. Mmm. I'd rather be eating him instead. I was distracted when a loud banging emerged from the other room. I went in too see what's happening. I was met with a youkai and immediately attacked me. Because I wasn't ready I was hit with it full force and I came crashing to the ground. Koryu saw the scene and put his gun in front of his face. The youkai was much quicker. He whacked the gun out of Koryu's hand and slammed him to the ground.
Getting enraged, I didn't notice that I had change to my youkai form. I attacked the youkai and within minutes killed him. I went to Koryu.
"Are you okay?" I offered my hand to let him stand up. He was looking at me with venom in his eyes.
"You are a youkai."
"Let me explain."
"You tricked me."
"It was because.. I was..."
"YOU TRICKED ME!!" Koryu exploded, and grabbed the gun at his feet.
"I only did it because..."
"I don't want to listen to any excuses." He looked at me menacingly and fingered the trigger.
"KORYU! Please listen to me..." He smiled wickedly, like the way he smiled when he killed the old man.
"Bye, mister youkai." He pulled the trigger. I look at him with such hate in my eyes.
"This won't be the end of it, Koryu." The bullet dodged itself within me in slow motion.
End of Flashback */
Sanzo's POV
I remember now. After my master died, I had momentary insanity. That's why I can't remember him quickly. But why is he here? He's supposed to be dead. Cold fear slashed my heart.
"Ne, mister Kagami, if Sanzo's fine I want you to meet him!" Goku said.
"I can't wait, son I can't wait."
A/N:
Me again. I hope I didn't disappoint you with the mystery person. He's an OC. Let me hear from you if what I did is okay. I can't really find any person related to Sanzo's past besides the usuals.