Disclaimer: I'm sure that everybody knows that I don't own RW so do I even bother telling you it. Ohhhh well.

Gomen Nesai! I really had bad writer's block and I couldn't think of ANYTHING!!!! It was so frustrating. Well anyways Here's chapter 4, hope you like it!

Arlyssa Nighthawke

Blood Ties Ch. 4

Delphyne stared hard at the rain coming down outside the window, she was looking out. It has been a week since she was came here. Including the three days she was dead to the world. Delphyne did not know if she was dead, lying in a coma, dreaming, or that she really did go back in time. She could stand the thought of lying in a coma and going back in time, but dead? She could not stand the thought of everyone moping around just for her.

A commotion behind her brought her out of her daydream. She turned away from the window, to find her Uncle Cye and Kento rough housing again. She gave a small smile, as they reminded her of Rasami and Bow. Her smile vanished at the thought of Rasami, and returned to look out the window. She missed him already. She missed the way his eyes sparkle when he smiles, the way he smiles in general. The way his hair falls into his face sometimes when he moves to fast. The way he laughs, and the sound of his voice. She loved his voice the most. He has the most beautiful tenor voice, and when he talked, it flowed like water. She just missed HIM in general.

(Arlyssa: Can you tell she's really stuck on him?)

A hand on her shoulder, once again, brought her back out of her daydream. She looked up to find her Uncle Rowen, looking down at her with concerned eyes and a small smile. Delphyne, not being able to meet his eyes, looked back out the window.

Rowen let out a small sigh. "You know? It's been a week since you came here. Five days since you woke up, and you still never told us your name."

Silence was all he got from the girl, which was no bid surprise. She hasn't spoken a word since she discovered that her friend was gone. And according to Sage, she's in shock, 'cause when she woke up, she was going on about a mile a minute.

Rowen, once again, let out a defeated sigh. He was about to walk away when he heard a small voice.

"What did you say?" Rowen asked turning around, to face the girl

"Delphyne." Said the girl "My name is Delphyne

"Delphyne." Rowen repeated. He smiled at Delphyne, who was still looking out the window. "Thank you Delphyne." With that, Rowen left her at the window.

He walked back to his side of the couch, and sat down. He looked at each one of his friends. Ryo and Mia, of course, were curled up together on a recliner, watching Kento and Cye, now finished with their rough housing, play a video game. Sage was reading a book, sitting on the other side of the couch.

"Well," Said Sage, not looking up from his book. "Did she say anything?

Rowen nodded "Yeah. her name."

"What is it?" asked Sage, now looking up from his book at Rowen.

"Delphyne."

"Delphyne? I could have sworn I heard that name from somewhere." Said Mia

"Delphyne is the famous fire dragon that live in a secret cave in Mt. Fuji." Ryo said.

"The famous what?" the rest of the Ronins asked.

"What? You've never heard of the legend of the Fire Dragon of Japan?

Rowen, Sage, Cye and Kento shook their heads.

"Well then I'll guess I'll tell ya. Back in ancient times, the time when evil spreading across the world. There lived the last of all the fire dragons that ever lived in Japan and her name was Delphyne. She was the last because most of her kind were either died from old age or were murdered by the growing number of dragon hunters. But Delphyne was stubborn, and would not let anyone push her out her home. So she created a secret cave in the fires of Mt. Fuji, safe from all humans.

When the evil reached Japan, chaos erupted everywhere. People were murdered left and right. It was said that Delphyne left her cave one day, and saw the horrors the evil had unleashed. She grew angry, and if this was world she was going to live, than she didn't want it. She had decided that she would rather live with the dragon hunters than let the evil rule Japan. So she fought along side the humans that hunted her, and soon drove the evil out of Japan. The people were happy. 'This is as much as my home as yours' she told them. 'I will fight to protect it' with that said she went back to her cave and as the legend says, she will return if Japan is once again threatened.

It was my favorite story. I had my grandfather tell me the story over and over, that I think I drove him crazy with it."

"Well, I hate to bust your bubble Ryo, but Talpa attacked twice, and I never seen nor heard a dragon." Said Sage, his book now forgotten by his side.

"Maybe she thought we could handle it?" Said Ryo "But even then we had help. Anyways it's late, and I'm heading off to bed"

Ryo looked at Mia, who was now fast asleep, and smiled. He scooped her up in his arms and headed up the stairs, not noticing the others snickering behind his back. He layed her down on her bed and pulled the covers up over her. He kissed forehead and whispered an 'I love you" and headed down the hall to his own room.

Everyone also agreed that it was late and headed up the stair, to their own rooms. Delphyne was left behind, and she turned off all the lights that were left on. She was on the last light when Rowen came down the stairs, in his wife beater tank top and a pair of boxers (oooooooo *Drool*). He looked around, surprised that it was dark.

"Oh. I was coming down here to get you and turn off the lights, but I guess you already did that. Thanks" He said that last word with a smile. Delphyne smiled back and they both headed up the stairs. When they got to her door, he said goodnight, and Delphyne, just smiled and walked into her room, shutting the door. Rowen smiled at the closed door, knowing that that was the second reaction he got from her in the last six days. He went back to his room that he shared with Sage, who passed out as soon as he hit the pillow. Rowen turned off the light, and went to bed grinning like a fool.

***

The next morning found Mia typing away at her computer. Ryo sighed from the doorway. Even on her days off, she's working. He had hoped to get to her before she got to the computer, but he slept in late, and all of his plans went out the window, 'cause, once Mia is on that computer, there is no getting her off until bedtime. Even then he will have to drag her off the machine. Well, He thought, I hope this plan works. So Ryo took a deep breath and entered the room. He quietly marched over to Mia, who did not notice him all until he pulled the chair around and gave her a resounding kiss.

When they broke apart, Mia's gaze had a dazed look to it. Ryo couldn't help but smile. He then looked over to the computer screen

"So. what are you working on?" He asked, looking at Mia out of the corner of his eye, still smirking.

"Oh! I was going through some of my grandfather's files when I came on a file I've never seen before. But he put a password on it and I can't seem to guess what it is." She was about to put her fingers on the keyboard, when Ryo stopped her.

"Now you think that since you telling me that you can't find a password would make me go away and let you search for more information, you've got another thing coming. It's your day off, and I want to spend some time with you. So I have the whole day planned out and nothing here will keep me from seeing you relaxed," He took her hand and pulled her out of the chair, and room.

"But Ryo, that file maybe important to know in the future." Said Mia who was now struggling against Ryo to stop and let her go back to her computer. Ryo stopped and turned around to face her, taking her hands in his.

"Mia, look at me." She lifted her head to look into his eyes. "The Dynasty has been quiet for two years now. Yes I know that they could once again strike, but until that happens, I want to make things worth wild. Plus I really don't think you want to spend the rest of your life growing old in front of a computer."

Mia smiled and shook her head. "No, your right. I don't want to grow old in front of that computer. I want to grow old with you."

"Good, because I want to grow old with you too." Ryo said, now smiling, and pulling her the rest of the way down the hall. He led her down stairs and into the kitchen, picking up the picnic basket along the way, that he had made earlier. They then headed out the back door, to their own little picnic spot.

***

Delphyne woke up to something wet going across her face. She gave out a startled cry, and scooted back to her headboard. When she heard purring, then did she calmed down and looked straight into the brown eyes of Whiteblaze. She smiled at him and scratched him behind his ears, where he liked to be scratched.

"You know who I am don't you?" She asked him. As if to answer her, he nuzzled her hand.

"I've not seen you all week. Have you been out hunting again? I bet you have. You have that look about you."

This time he did not nuzzle her hand, instead he started to tickle her with his nose. She then started laughing, and playfully trying to get Whitblaze to stop, but he kept going.

Rowen on the other hand was just coming out his room, when he heard musical laughter coming from Delphyne's room. He quickly opened her door to find Whiteblaze tickling Delphyne, who was laughing so hard, she had tears in her eyes. He couldn't remember ever hearing such a beautiful laugh. By then the other (except Ryo) stood in Delpyhne's doorway.

Whiteblaze noticed the others and stopped his ministrations. He gave them and Delphyne a very innocent look. Delphyne in turn gave him a playful punch.

"Oh, you big domestic cat. It's hard to believe that you are one of the most vicious creatures of the world." She said as he gave her, his famous look. She then noticed her uncles standing in the doorway. And if they don't shut their mouths, flies would start to fly in. It was then and there that she realized she had not been fair to them. Here she was pinning over her misfortune, and all they've done was try to help her. Well, she thought, I mise well make the best of the situation. I may maybe here for a while. What am I talking about? I maybe here forever. Yea! Won't that be fun?

But still it was unfair to them. She smiled at them and got out of her bed.

"I don't know about you guys, but I'm hungry." She walked right passed them and went around the corner leading to the stairs. She poked her head around the corner. "Well? Are you guys coming or not?"

Cye, Sage, Rowen and Kento looked at each other then at her, then back to each other. And then ran to catch up with her.

Delphyne was surprised when Kento picked her and put her in a chair at the head of the dining room table. He didn't give her an explaination, and after a few moments, Cye came in with breakfast. She didn't realized how hungry she was until the food was set in front of her. She digged in immediately. She caught Rowen's smile and smiled back.

Rowen was happy. She finally came out of her shell.

Tbc..

Alitheil's cheap border makes an appearance, once again ^

Arlyssa ~ *Appears out of thin air in a cloud of blue smoke* Ahh that's better!

Rowen ~ *Arms crossed* Where have you been?

Arlyssa ~ Umm, Alithiel's Gundam Wing story. She had asked me if I wanted to be in it. And I immediately said yes. And besides it was only one chapter. Why? Did you miss me?

Rowen ~ No, but you leave us high and dry.

Arlyssa ~ No I didn't. See I got done with the chapter. I know I was a little slow, but you try with writer's block and then going on a Gundam Wing and Sailormoon spree. Which reminds me. I have to get Chapter 3 of Ties of a Family out. The monster(s) of the day are going to be two flying piggys, one blus and one pink

All of the Ronins get really scared. All because Arlyssa has a dangerous imagination

Arlyssa ~ Don't look at me like that. Alithiel came up with the flying piggys idea and I'm just modifying it.

The Ronins are now backed into a corner, scared of what Arlyssa will do to them if they return to the story.

ARLYSSA AND ALITHIEL'S NEVER ENDING LIST OF CUTE ANIME GUYS:

#'s 1 - 12 are reserved for The Gundam Wing boys and Ronin Warriors. Zechs and Annubis (Shiten) included. Arrange them how ever you like, but they are permanent. The rest of the guys are in Alphabetical order in which their anime comes in. They have no specific spot. You may add to the list in your reviews. We will then update the list.

13. Yuuhi (Ayashi no Ceres) I think it's the bandana

14. Aki (AC) How can you NOT like Aki?

15. Tooya (AC) *oooooooooooo*

16. Li Showron (Cardcaptors) Chibi Heero *Sparkle, Saparkle*

17. Julian (Yukito)/ Yue (CC)

18. Tori (Toya) (CC)

19. Eli (CC) He looks like Harry Potter, gone anime

20. Tai (Digimon 1st season) It's the goggles

21. Matt (Digimon 1st season) Chibi Sage!!!!!!!!

22. TK (Digimon 2nd season)

23. Ken (Digimon 2nd season) he's too cute not to be put on this list.

24. Henry (Didgmon 3rd season) "Momentai"

25. Trucks (DBZ) *Drool*

26. Gohan/Great Saiyaman (DBZ) It's the sunglasses and the turban

27. Van Fanel (Escaflowne) Kirby Morrow(the voice of Trowa)..again

28. Alan Schezar (Escaflowne) Umm You go Brian Drummand(The voice of Zechs)

29. Shiro Amada (08th MS team) *giggles*

30.Gene Starwind (Outlaw Star) It's the attitude

31. Jim Hawkings (Outlaw Star)

32. Brock (Pokemon)

33. James (Pokemon)

34. Ashitaka (Princess Mononoke) It's the name

35. Ranma (Ranma ½) It's the voice (boy Type)

36. Mousse (Ranma ½) Brad Swaile (The voice of Quartre) strikes again

37. Ryouga (Ranma ½) It's like why people ask kid why they like Apple Jacks. We just do. Plus Micheal Donovan (The voice of Sage and Cye) gets around

39. Kuno (Ranma ½) Ted Cole (The voice of Wufei) is at it again

40-50 All Magic Knight Rayearth guys (except for Chang-Ang, The old dude)

51. Parn (Record of Lodoss War)

52. Spark (RLW)

53. Kenshin (Rurouni Kenshin) Red hair, purple eyes, nuff said.

54. Sanoske (RK) It's the attitude again

55. Yaiko (RK)

56. Prince Endymion (Sailor Moon) It's the armor

57. Jedite (SM)

58. Nephlite (SM)

59. Alan (SM) It's the flute

60. Sapphire (SM) How can you NOT think he's cute?

61. Prince Diamond (SM) We put him on here just for a friend

62. Helios (SM) He's just too much DAMN CUTE!!!!!!!!!

63. Professor Tomoe(After he turns good) (SM) It's the pale lavender hair and gentle silverfish eyes.

64. Three Lights (Guy form) (SM)

65. Cho Hakkai (Saiyuki) he is a combination of Trowa and Rowen. Heeeeeeeeeee.

66. Son Goku (Saiyuki)

67. Tenchi (Tenchi) He's the only guy

68. Keith (Voltron) It's the black hair and blues eyes type of deal

69. Kamui (X/1999)

70. Scott Summers/Cyclops (X-men) Kirby Morrow...cute!!!!!!!!!!!

71. Kurt Wagner/Nightcrawler (X-men) Brad Swaile is at it again!!!!!

72. Yuske (Yu Yu Hakushu) Once again it's the attitude.

73. Yugi (Yu-Gi-OH)

74. Joey (YGO) How can not love the accent?

75. Bakura (YGO) Like I said in Alithiel's RW fic. She likes pointy things

76. Kiba (YGO) Brocks voice strikes again hahahahahahahahahahaah

77. Jamie (Zoids) I love the split personality

78. And the main character of Zoids, Which I forget his name right now. Hehe.

Arlyssa ~ *sighs* Alithiel?

Alithiel ~ What?

Arlyssa ~ We have no life

Alithiel ~ Yep