A/N:
Nyahahaha! *evil grin* Finally I made it. YEEES. Ooops. Sorry it just slipped. Hehehe.. ^___^
So anyway, here is chap four! I'm sorry if I made you wait for this one. I just took a little, tiny break from school work and typed like mad. So please bear with me if this has many errors in it or whatever. I promise it'll be better, when x-mas break comes... ^___^
And thanks to those who reviewed!!! Really appreciated it, you guys.
I hope this isn't crappy at all..
Anyway enjoy reading!
Disclaimers.
Chapter 4
Kagami's POV
Getting into these people's lives is very easy. All I have to do is act all crummy with that annoying, little saru. Really, this is going to be so easy. And I haven't even started seriously yet. I started to snicker to myself as I entered the apartment provided for me. The apartment was large and luxurious. That was to be expected in the least. I thought to myself. They don't call them gods for nothing don't they? I laughed yet again as I bustled around the house.
"What to do next?" I said aloud as I made coffee. Well, I could always kidnap the saru first but that wouldn't be fun. I want Koryu, no he's Sanzo now, to suffer slowly. I want to let him know how it feels to be helpless, to know that everything is against him and yet he can't do nothing about it but watch. I sat myself at the living room thinking deeply. This revenge wouldn't be possible without the help of a certain backer. Too bad I don't know him. I smiled thinking of the day that started this all.
I was rotting away in hell. I remember wishing everyday that I die for the second time but then it never happened. I guess they really meant it when they said you'd suffer in hell for all eternity. I rolled my eyes. Not in my case though.
I was wishing for the umpteenth time that day, when I happened to look above. A blue shining light was glowing near me and I immediately stood up and stumbled to the place where the blue light was reflecting. When I came to, I couldn't believe my eyes, as a man with unmatched eyes stood before me, his cape billowing around him. Funny thing was there was no air around in hell, but how come that his cape is moving around freely in his shoulders? If you look closely, his hair is also moving beneath the massive bandages in his head. I gawked at him for a long time before I finally found my voice.
"Who are you?"
"Introductions are not necessary. I need you to work for me."
"How? I can't get..."
"Trivial things don't matter when you're a god. Now will you work for me?" It was as if sunshine was finally seeping down on me again. Who wouldn't say yes at that time, when you're finally given a chance to be out in hell? I was nodding up and down vigorously. The kami just smirked. I really can't picture his face, almost all of it was concealed in bandages and all over his body he had them too. He was pretty much beaten up. I was going to ask why he was injured but then thought better of it. He might back out of the deal if I offend him. He's a god after all.
"You see these injuries?" He asked me languidly, he was really unnerving.
"Yes."
"I hate loose ends, and I can't visit them for now. What you'll do is to pester them before I claim my revenge. I can't afford to let them all cozy and happy while I'm tending." He paused then continued.
"I had my resources, and they tell me you had a grudge against Koryu." Grudge? It was more like, hating that kid with all my entire being. He had caused my down fall. Worst of it, I loved him. I really did. And for that I hate him.
"I do."
"How does this sound? Your work for me is to torment your long lost friend, Koryu. Only now, he's name is Genjo Sanzo." Sounds brilliant if I say so myself. Not only am I getting out of here, I'll also get a lot of fun carrying on my revenge.
"I say it sounds brilliant."
"Good. It's a deal." The man stuck his hand out to me and I shook it. After the negotiations, the blue light came forth once again lifting us away from that bloody place. I was free.
I stood up and got ready for bed, when I heard someone knock my door. I quickly went to answer it, and when I did I feel my knees buckle a little. The god who had his hair up always in a bun was standing outside my door. I'll recognize him everywhere. His mere presence can send shivers down my spine. This god is an acquaintance of the one I made a deal with. I never learned their name. Oh, and yeah, there is also one rude god together with them. That one had a patch in his eye and had a major attitude problem.
"Your master is getting impatient. He wants something to happen now." He said thickly as he let himself in. I followed him inside.
"Give me more time. I need to get to know them better." I reasoned with him. Truth was I could make my move now without any much problem, but I don't feel like it yet.
"I did make myself clear, don't I? He wants some progress."
"But I am making progress."
"Are you listening to me?" He said silently. I winced. It was as if hot knife seared through my heart as he said those words. He was absolutely terrifying when mad. He was one guy who never shouts, but when he speaks you will indeed listen and you'll listen good. So I just nodded. I don't trust myself to speak. He appraised me ever so slowly and raised his eyebrows.
"Remember we are gods. We know every little thing you're doing. You have acquainted yourself quite well with the ikkou."
"Yes."
"So you can make your move."
"Yes."
"Good. Why don't you start now? I heard they're leaving town tomorrow morning, we wouldn't want them out of here do we?"
"Yes." So much for the sleep then. I rolled my eyes as I turned my back on him. I heard a soft whooshing sound behind me and I know he's gone. I turned my attention to a little bird cage near the fire place. I picked it up as I went out.
"I'm going dragon hunting." And I whistled cheerfully as I went to the direction of the inn.
Hakkai's POV
Something is really wrong with Sanzo. I know for a fact that it was not from physical condition that he fainted a while ago. Goku was right. He looked absolutely terrified about something. I pondered this thought hours ago and I still couldn't figure it out. Come to think of it, Sanzo was absolutely normal before this town. It was during our stay here that he fell into pieces.
So maybe it is something about this town, but I think Sanzo has never been here before. I wonder what's up with him? I've talked to him earlier and all he said that was coherent to me was, "I want to get the fuckin hell out of here. We leave tomorrow morning." Then he turned his back on me and won't listen to me anymore. I guess we'll just have to leave Sanzo at that. He never divulges anything about himself anyway.
I smiled, no smirked at my koi. He was right in front of me drinking booze. I see his eyes wandering a bit to the ladies giggling madly at the bar, but I am not worried at all. I know he loves me and he won't do anything to hurt me. It's just that bad habits are hard to break. He started to hiccup and I know he's getting drunk real soon.
"Hakkai... Why don't we to bed now? I'm getting really sleepy."
"You go first. I'm not really sleepy yet. And I have to go and get our things done before tomorrow." He looked sulkily at me. Of course, I know what he meant when he said let's go to sleep.
"But... W-W-wh-why doooon't you juss leeeeet Goooookuuu..." CRASH. Gojyo fell from his seat with a loud crash. I sweat dropped. And I thought he wanted to go to bed. In that condition? He'll just sleep on me halfway through the uh... the uh.. The exercise. I sighed and picked him up then turned to the little dragon on my shoulder.
"Hakuryu, why don't you go on ahead? You need to rest. We'll go tomorrow morning." With that the little dragon came bounding up the stairs. "Hiccup... ne? Hakkai we going to sleep yet?"
"Yes."
"Waiiii.. lets go then." My eyes widened as Gojyo suddenly sobered up and picked me up instead.
"I thought you were drunk?" I asked him suspicious.
"I was, but then..." He looked at me and winked. I blushed. He really is a wonder. We've been together for who know's when, and if you think I'm used to him, you're wrong! He's very spontaneous and acts on instincts. Above all he's very charming. I looked at Gojyo then sighed. So much for a no- exercise night.
Gojyo's POV
I'm irritated. Really irritated. The corrupt monk's decided to be an official alarm clock. He goes on yelling at about four o'clock in the morning barging in other's people's rooms and whacking heads to wake us up. Really. I'm wondering if he really went to an army camp instead of a monastery. I rolled my eyes as I strolled down the stairs.
Hakkai has been down before me, he said he was kind of in a hurry as he didn't get all their stuff ready for the trip. Hmmmp. It's all that corrupt monk's fault. I mean who in their reasonable, right minds would be leaving town at this hour? Store's haven't opened yet. How the heck could Hakkai get our stuff ready by then?
As I entered the kitchen, I see the saru wolfing down breakfast as fast as his little hands could. The monk was reading the newspaper, without really reading it. I mean, his eyes kept darting towards the door as if he was afraid youkai would come streaming in. I rolled my eyes. What the matter with him anyway? He's been acting like a jerk all throughout their stay here. I sat myself beside the saru and ate my fair share of food.
"What the hell is keeping Hakkai?" The monk muttered to himself. I feel my blood boiling at his comment. How dare he! It wasn't Hakkai's fault in the first place why they are leaving this early. I stared daggers at the monk but held my tongue. I'm not in the mood for a fight anyway.
Then Hakkai stuck his head in the door looking frantic.
"I can't see Hakuryu! I know he's just here last night!"
"WHAT?!" The monk yelled, veins popping in his forehead, looking murderous.
"He's gone! I have to find him. Wait right here." Hakkai said as he rushed out again.
"Hakkai wait! I'll look for him, too." He turned to me briefly and smiled his thanks. We went separate ways and looked for Hakuryu.
I've looked everywhere but to no avail. I finally admitted defeat and went back to the inn, hoping Hakkai had finally found him. When I entered the inn, I felt like throwing up. The room was in perfect disarray and blood was everywhere. It was in the walls splattered, it was on the furniture tainting it. In short it was really, really gruesome.
I was in shock about the room, that Sanzo and Goku did not register to me that quickly. Sanzo was lying at the center of the room, he obviously fainted again. If I was not scared and have not had this foreboding feeling, I would've smirked.
The saru was beside the monk crying softly. He had his eyes wide and unfocused. I kneeled in front of him and started to shake his shoulders. He has to snap out of it. Then I heard the thing I was dreading.
"Hakkai... no... Hakkai.."Goku murmured incoherently. But it was enough for me to understand. But then I wouldn't. I refused to believe that...
"Oi, saru! What happened here?"
"Hakkai, he was... He was..."
"WHERE IS HAKKAI!" I finally snapped. Goku looked at me still shocked and pointed to the paper Sanzo was grasping tightly. I had difficulty untugging it, and when I read what was in it...
"NOOOOOOOO!" The paper fluttered the ground.
It read:
Genjo Sanzo;
One by one I'll steal the ones you love
Are you ready to lose the friend you have?
Watch your back as this sly eagle attacks
I wonder who'll be next to the one forever gone?
"Gojyo... We are out looking for Hakuryu too, when we returned this is what we happened to. I'm sorry." Goku said as he dropped Sanzo carefully and went to me. I looked at him unbelievably. What is he getting at?
"HAKKAI IS NOT YET DEAD!! YOU HEAR ME?! HE'S NOT YET DEAD!!!" I screamed at him. I know I'm being a jerk but I can't help it. Tears were streaming down my cheeks, but I don't feel embarrassed about it at all. All I could think of was Hakkai. Goku looked at me sadly and handed me something. It was Hakkai's glasses. I picked it up gingerly.
"I'll avenge you. I promise."
Nyahahaha! *evil grin* Finally I made it. YEEES. Ooops. Sorry it just slipped. Hehehe.. ^___^
So anyway, here is chap four! I'm sorry if I made you wait for this one. I just took a little, tiny break from school work and typed like mad. So please bear with me if this has many errors in it or whatever. I promise it'll be better, when x-mas break comes... ^___^
And thanks to those who reviewed!!! Really appreciated it, you guys.
I hope this isn't crappy at all..
Anyway enjoy reading!
Disclaimers.
Chapter 4
Kagami's POV
Getting into these people's lives is very easy. All I have to do is act all crummy with that annoying, little saru. Really, this is going to be so easy. And I haven't even started seriously yet. I started to snicker to myself as I entered the apartment provided for me. The apartment was large and luxurious. That was to be expected in the least. I thought to myself. They don't call them gods for nothing don't they? I laughed yet again as I bustled around the house.
"What to do next?" I said aloud as I made coffee. Well, I could always kidnap the saru first but that wouldn't be fun. I want Koryu, no he's Sanzo now, to suffer slowly. I want to let him know how it feels to be helpless, to know that everything is against him and yet he can't do nothing about it but watch. I sat myself at the living room thinking deeply. This revenge wouldn't be possible without the help of a certain backer. Too bad I don't know him. I smiled thinking of the day that started this all.
I was rotting away in hell. I remember wishing everyday that I die for the second time but then it never happened. I guess they really meant it when they said you'd suffer in hell for all eternity. I rolled my eyes. Not in my case though.
I was wishing for the umpteenth time that day, when I happened to look above. A blue shining light was glowing near me and I immediately stood up and stumbled to the place where the blue light was reflecting. When I came to, I couldn't believe my eyes, as a man with unmatched eyes stood before me, his cape billowing around him. Funny thing was there was no air around in hell, but how come that his cape is moving around freely in his shoulders? If you look closely, his hair is also moving beneath the massive bandages in his head. I gawked at him for a long time before I finally found my voice.
"Who are you?"
"Introductions are not necessary. I need you to work for me."
"How? I can't get..."
"Trivial things don't matter when you're a god. Now will you work for me?" It was as if sunshine was finally seeping down on me again. Who wouldn't say yes at that time, when you're finally given a chance to be out in hell? I was nodding up and down vigorously. The kami just smirked. I really can't picture his face, almost all of it was concealed in bandages and all over his body he had them too. He was pretty much beaten up. I was going to ask why he was injured but then thought better of it. He might back out of the deal if I offend him. He's a god after all.
"You see these injuries?" He asked me languidly, he was really unnerving.
"Yes."
"I hate loose ends, and I can't visit them for now. What you'll do is to pester them before I claim my revenge. I can't afford to let them all cozy and happy while I'm tending." He paused then continued.
"I had my resources, and they tell me you had a grudge against Koryu." Grudge? It was more like, hating that kid with all my entire being. He had caused my down fall. Worst of it, I loved him. I really did. And for that I hate him.
"I do."
"How does this sound? Your work for me is to torment your long lost friend, Koryu. Only now, he's name is Genjo Sanzo." Sounds brilliant if I say so myself. Not only am I getting out of here, I'll also get a lot of fun carrying on my revenge.
"I say it sounds brilliant."
"Good. It's a deal." The man stuck his hand out to me and I shook it. After the negotiations, the blue light came forth once again lifting us away from that bloody place. I was free.
I stood up and got ready for bed, when I heard someone knock my door. I quickly went to answer it, and when I did I feel my knees buckle a little. The god who had his hair up always in a bun was standing outside my door. I'll recognize him everywhere. His mere presence can send shivers down my spine. This god is an acquaintance of the one I made a deal with. I never learned their name. Oh, and yeah, there is also one rude god together with them. That one had a patch in his eye and had a major attitude problem.
"Your master is getting impatient. He wants something to happen now." He said thickly as he let himself in. I followed him inside.
"Give me more time. I need to get to know them better." I reasoned with him. Truth was I could make my move now without any much problem, but I don't feel like it yet.
"I did make myself clear, don't I? He wants some progress."
"But I am making progress."
"Are you listening to me?" He said silently. I winced. It was as if hot knife seared through my heart as he said those words. He was absolutely terrifying when mad. He was one guy who never shouts, but when he speaks you will indeed listen and you'll listen good. So I just nodded. I don't trust myself to speak. He appraised me ever so slowly and raised his eyebrows.
"Remember we are gods. We know every little thing you're doing. You have acquainted yourself quite well with the ikkou."
"Yes."
"So you can make your move."
"Yes."
"Good. Why don't you start now? I heard they're leaving town tomorrow morning, we wouldn't want them out of here do we?"
"Yes." So much for the sleep then. I rolled my eyes as I turned my back on him. I heard a soft whooshing sound behind me and I know he's gone. I turned my attention to a little bird cage near the fire place. I picked it up as I went out.
"I'm going dragon hunting." And I whistled cheerfully as I went to the direction of the inn.
Hakkai's POV
Something is really wrong with Sanzo. I know for a fact that it was not from physical condition that he fainted a while ago. Goku was right. He looked absolutely terrified about something. I pondered this thought hours ago and I still couldn't figure it out. Come to think of it, Sanzo was absolutely normal before this town. It was during our stay here that he fell into pieces.
So maybe it is something about this town, but I think Sanzo has never been here before. I wonder what's up with him? I've talked to him earlier and all he said that was coherent to me was, "I want to get the fuckin hell out of here. We leave tomorrow morning." Then he turned his back on me and won't listen to me anymore. I guess we'll just have to leave Sanzo at that. He never divulges anything about himself anyway.
I smiled, no smirked at my koi. He was right in front of me drinking booze. I see his eyes wandering a bit to the ladies giggling madly at the bar, but I am not worried at all. I know he loves me and he won't do anything to hurt me. It's just that bad habits are hard to break. He started to hiccup and I know he's getting drunk real soon.
"Hakkai... Why don't we to bed now? I'm getting really sleepy."
"You go first. I'm not really sleepy yet. And I have to go and get our things done before tomorrow." He looked sulkily at me. Of course, I know what he meant when he said let's go to sleep.
"But... W-W-wh-why doooon't you juss leeeeet Goooookuuu..." CRASH. Gojyo fell from his seat with a loud crash. I sweat dropped. And I thought he wanted to go to bed. In that condition? He'll just sleep on me halfway through the uh... the uh.. The exercise. I sighed and picked him up then turned to the little dragon on my shoulder.
"Hakuryu, why don't you go on ahead? You need to rest. We'll go tomorrow morning." With that the little dragon came bounding up the stairs. "Hiccup... ne? Hakkai we going to sleep yet?"
"Yes."
"Waiiii.. lets go then." My eyes widened as Gojyo suddenly sobered up and picked me up instead.
"I thought you were drunk?" I asked him suspicious.
"I was, but then..." He looked at me and winked. I blushed. He really is a wonder. We've been together for who know's when, and if you think I'm used to him, you're wrong! He's very spontaneous and acts on instincts. Above all he's very charming. I looked at Gojyo then sighed. So much for a no- exercise night.
Gojyo's POV
I'm irritated. Really irritated. The corrupt monk's decided to be an official alarm clock. He goes on yelling at about four o'clock in the morning barging in other's people's rooms and whacking heads to wake us up. Really. I'm wondering if he really went to an army camp instead of a monastery. I rolled my eyes as I strolled down the stairs.
Hakkai has been down before me, he said he was kind of in a hurry as he didn't get all their stuff ready for the trip. Hmmmp. It's all that corrupt monk's fault. I mean who in their reasonable, right minds would be leaving town at this hour? Store's haven't opened yet. How the heck could Hakkai get our stuff ready by then?
As I entered the kitchen, I see the saru wolfing down breakfast as fast as his little hands could. The monk was reading the newspaper, without really reading it. I mean, his eyes kept darting towards the door as if he was afraid youkai would come streaming in. I rolled my eyes. What the matter with him anyway? He's been acting like a jerk all throughout their stay here. I sat myself beside the saru and ate my fair share of food.
"What the hell is keeping Hakkai?" The monk muttered to himself. I feel my blood boiling at his comment. How dare he! It wasn't Hakkai's fault in the first place why they are leaving this early. I stared daggers at the monk but held my tongue. I'm not in the mood for a fight anyway.
Then Hakkai stuck his head in the door looking frantic.
"I can't see Hakuryu! I know he's just here last night!"
"WHAT?!" The monk yelled, veins popping in his forehead, looking murderous.
"He's gone! I have to find him. Wait right here." Hakkai said as he rushed out again.
"Hakkai wait! I'll look for him, too." He turned to me briefly and smiled his thanks. We went separate ways and looked for Hakuryu.
I've looked everywhere but to no avail. I finally admitted defeat and went back to the inn, hoping Hakkai had finally found him. When I entered the inn, I felt like throwing up. The room was in perfect disarray and blood was everywhere. It was in the walls splattered, it was on the furniture tainting it. In short it was really, really gruesome.
I was in shock about the room, that Sanzo and Goku did not register to me that quickly. Sanzo was lying at the center of the room, he obviously fainted again. If I was not scared and have not had this foreboding feeling, I would've smirked.
The saru was beside the monk crying softly. He had his eyes wide and unfocused. I kneeled in front of him and started to shake his shoulders. He has to snap out of it. Then I heard the thing I was dreading.
"Hakkai... no... Hakkai.."Goku murmured incoherently. But it was enough for me to understand. But then I wouldn't. I refused to believe that...
"Oi, saru! What happened here?"
"Hakkai, he was... He was..."
"WHERE IS HAKKAI!" I finally snapped. Goku looked at me still shocked and pointed to the paper Sanzo was grasping tightly. I had difficulty untugging it, and when I read what was in it...
"NOOOOOOOO!" The paper fluttered the ground.
It read:
Genjo Sanzo;
One by one I'll steal the ones you love
Are you ready to lose the friend you have?
Watch your back as this sly eagle attacks
I wonder who'll be next to the one forever gone?
"Gojyo... We are out looking for Hakuryu too, when we returned this is what we happened to. I'm sorry." Goku said as he dropped Sanzo carefully and went to me. I looked at him unbelievably. What is he getting at?
"HAKKAI IS NOT YET DEAD!! YOU HEAR ME?! HE'S NOT YET DEAD!!!" I screamed at him. I know I'm being a jerk but I can't help it. Tears were streaming down my cheeks, but I don't feel embarrassed about it at all. All I could think of was Hakkai. Goku looked at me sadly and handed me something. It was Hakkai's glasses. I picked it up gingerly.
"I'll avenge you. I promise."