Personal thanks:
Sacchi: How come most of the threatening reviews are from my best friend? You are even my first death threat. Sorry, I'll try not to bring up the evil English homework anymore.
Dacl73: I'm sorry I make you feel bad and I'm sorry you have ADHD. But look on the bright side. At least you have a new chapter to read almost everyday!
Kura-kun: Yesterday we didn't have any English homework and the entire class was shocked. And relieved. She just piles it on. I'm smart and all (you have to be to go to my school, but you can tell that most people paid their way in), but my sister is perfect all the way around.
Katsu-chan: I seem to be the only one of my friends who likes Kuno. I think he is awesome and hilarious. The story wouldn't be the same without him.
Christie: I always blow off my homework. Right now I have to study for a science test and do a large Spanish project. Oh, can't you just feel my joy. That would be a cool story, but one to be written another time. Sounds like lots of fun. As long as it was still Ranma and Akane that is. I always wonder why people think that if Mousse beats Shampoo in battle that she would have to marry him. That only works with outsiders so that they can bring stronger men into the tribe.
butterfly: Shampoo? Give up easily? Hahahahaha! Where would be the fun or reality in that? Shampoo has to be Shampoo, and that means a clingy brat.
Ranchan: Why is Mousse evil? He is funny! We all know Gov. is evil, except when you get to sleep in it. Then it is fun.
Patirick: I am really bad at battle scenes. Most of the time at least. Sometimes I can do a good one. I thought they were spending too much time at the dojo and the Cat Café would make a great change of pace.
vegito004: Thank you! I'll definitely keep going.
Lil washu: I despise Kodachi, but Kuno is an excellent comic relief. Shampoo and Mousse do make a cute couple. Maybe they will end up together in this. We'll see. You are most welcome for updating so quickly.
Silver Angel: Considering who their father is, can you blame them? Their mother must have been nuts as well, to marry him in the first place. I wonder what ever happened to their mother. The fanfic 'Nabiki's Laws' is a good example of what could've happened and it is also extremely well written. You should read it if you haven't already.
abc: You think there is chemistry? Hmmmmmm...
bittersweetKandy: I am so in love with Ryoga! He rocks! In pig form and human he is soooooo kawaii.
The Cat Café is also referred to as the Nekohanten in some places.
Disclaimer: Insert a disclaimer here and pretend I wrote it.
Thoughts are in 'quotations'.
"You sorcerer, hand over Akane Tendo and the pig-tailed girl! I shall smite you and the spineless villain, Saotome." Kuno was about to charge when he was hit by a gymnastics club.
"How dare you speak about my darling Ranma that way? Take that back, or suffer the consequences!" She twirled her ribbon in the air.
"Sister, dear, you don't wish to challenge me, the Blue Thunder of Furinkan High! I wouldn't want to hurt you; you are flesh and blood after all. Ranma Saotome is a monster who should be punished!" The two siblings faced off, staring one another straight in the eye.
"Don't you talk about him that way! He isn't a hussy like your pig-tail girl, or that horrid Akane Tendo!"
Akane was pulling her mallet out of hamperspace, when Ryoga nudged her. "Just let them finish each other off. I'm sure there is a way to go around them."
Taking a few deep breathes, Akane calmed down. "You are right. Let's take this street; it leads to Daisuke's house. He'll be sure to help."
After collecting sheets and blankets from several other classmates, they made their way to Okonomiyaki Ucchan's. "Hey, Akane, who is your friend?"
"Hello, Ukyo," Came Ryoga's muffled voice from behind the extremely high pile of cloth.
"Ryoga, is that you? Sugar, go ahead and put those down. Finally came to talk to me? Would you like an okonomiyaki first?" She started putting batter on the grill.
"I'm sure he would love to, but he doesn't have time. We need blankets for Ranma and were wondering if you had any?" Akane asked politely. She could sense Ukyo was a bit uncomfortable, and she felt the same.
"Blankets? What for? Oh, well, if they are for Ranma.. Be right back." Taking two at a time, the chef headed up the stairs. Ukyo returned a few minutes later, carrying three wool blankets. "I hope this helps. How is he feeling?"
"He was asleep when I left. We are staying at the Ca Café now. Cologne wanted to keep an eye on him. She didn't specify exactly why she needed all these," She gestured towards the stack of bedspreads on the floor of the restaurant, "but that they would help with whatever she has thought of."
"And she asked Ryoga to help as well?"
"No, I met Akane trying to find my way to the dojo and offered to give her a hand. We really should be getting these blankets back. I'll come and talk to you later, Ukyo, when Nabiki is finished with me." Ryoga picked up the pile they had collected and stood near the door.
"What does Nabiki want with you?" Ukyo asked concernedly.
Ryoga shrugged. "I don't know. That is why we have to talk to her. I'll see you later." He walked out, shutting the heavy frame behind him.
Akane and Ukyo stood, watching where Ryoga had just been. Akane asked, "How long do you think it will take him to figure out that that is your supply closet?"
"With this guy, who knows? Better get him out before the sun sets." Ukyo opened up the pantry and pulled Ryoga out lightly. "That way," she told him, pushing him towards the exit.
He laughed nervously. "Oh, right." He actually went out the right way this time, waiting for Akane to lead him back to the Nekohanten.
"See you later, Ukyo." Akane brushed past her, and started walking down the street, keeping a close eye on Ryoga, while lost in her own thoughts. 'I can't believe that she didn't call him "Ranchan" or "Ranma honey" once in that entire conversation. Is she over him? Or maybe..' Akane took a quick glance at Ryoga, who was following her as closely as recommended, so she wouldn't think he was a pervert or anything of the sort.
Mousse greeted them as they arrived at the Amazon's café. "I see you are back, Akane Tendo. And you have brought Ryoga Hibiki along as well. The mummy and my darling Shampoo are upstairs, tending to the sick Saotome, whilst I am forced to man the restaurant. She can be so cruel sometimes. Go right on up; she has been waiting for those." He pointed to the staircase and the pile of coverlets in their arms.
They accepted his advice and Akane led the Lost Boy to the room they had left Ranma in. "I'm back and I have tons of blankets." She stepped in, Akane grabbing Ryoga's sleeve as he began to walk right past the entrance, bringing him inside as well.
"Well, Ryoga, I suppose that you helped Akane gather what I requested. Thank you." She took everything that Akane and Ryoga carried, setting it down near the futon.
Akane saw Ranma sitting against the wall, letting Shampoo feed him ramen. She was seeing red. 'Helping Ranma is my job.' She gently pushed past Shampoo, feeling his burning head. "Are you feeling alright?"
"I'm kind of hungry." He eyed the bowl of ramen with a watering mouth.
"Didn't you say that you were going to take me back to your house?" Ryoga asked.
The blue-haired girl calmed her anger as best she could. "That's right. Come on, it isn't good to keep Nabiki waiting. I'll be back in ten minutes or so." She literally towed her friend the entire way back to her house, meeting Nabiki in the backyard.
"Here you go." She deposited Ryoga in front of her older sister, breathing heavy from the run.
"Took you long enough." Nabiki took off her sunglasses and smiled at the young Hibiki. "Let's go inside, what I need to talk to you about is vital."
Akane would have loved to stick around and see what this was all about. Unfortunately, her duties for Ranma called. She groaned loudly. 'Great. I get to go spend time with the insane Amazon trio. Could this situation get any worse?' She passed by an unconscious Kodachi and Kuno on her way back, Kuno with a ribbon wrapped around his neck and Kodachi seemed to have passed out from her own sleeping potions. Shaking her head, Akane thought, 'Those two are pathetic.'
A/N: I am sorry if this isn't as long, or as well written, but I ran into some writers block for this chapter. I know what will happen next time, so don't worry. Here are a few questions worth asking: What are the blankets for? Why do Ukyo and Nabiki want to talk to Ryoga? Will Ranma ever be cured? Keep reading to find answers to these questions, though they might not be answered in the next chapter. They will be answered sooner or later though! Questions, comments, reactions, and reviews are greatly appreciated.
Sacchi: How come most of the threatening reviews are from my best friend? You are even my first death threat. Sorry, I'll try not to bring up the evil English homework anymore.
Dacl73: I'm sorry I make you feel bad and I'm sorry you have ADHD. But look on the bright side. At least you have a new chapter to read almost everyday!
Kura-kun: Yesterday we didn't have any English homework and the entire class was shocked. And relieved. She just piles it on. I'm smart and all (you have to be to go to my school, but you can tell that most people paid their way in), but my sister is perfect all the way around.
Katsu-chan: I seem to be the only one of my friends who likes Kuno. I think he is awesome and hilarious. The story wouldn't be the same without him.
Christie: I always blow off my homework. Right now I have to study for a science test and do a large Spanish project. Oh, can't you just feel my joy. That would be a cool story, but one to be written another time. Sounds like lots of fun. As long as it was still Ranma and Akane that is. I always wonder why people think that if Mousse beats Shampoo in battle that she would have to marry him. That only works with outsiders so that they can bring stronger men into the tribe.
butterfly: Shampoo? Give up easily? Hahahahaha! Where would be the fun or reality in that? Shampoo has to be Shampoo, and that means a clingy brat.
Ranchan: Why is Mousse evil? He is funny! We all know Gov. is evil, except when you get to sleep in it. Then it is fun.
Patirick: I am really bad at battle scenes. Most of the time at least. Sometimes I can do a good one. I thought they were spending too much time at the dojo and the Cat Café would make a great change of pace.
vegito004: Thank you! I'll definitely keep going.
Lil washu: I despise Kodachi, but Kuno is an excellent comic relief. Shampoo and Mousse do make a cute couple. Maybe they will end up together in this. We'll see. You are most welcome for updating so quickly.
Silver Angel: Considering who their father is, can you blame them? Their mother must have been nuts as well, to marry him in the first place. I wonder what ever happened to their mother. The fanfic 'Nabiki's Laws' is a good example of what could've happened and it is also extremely well written. You should read it if you haven't already.
abc: You think there is chemistry? Hmmmmmm...
bittersweetKandy: I am so in love with Ryoga! He rocks! In pig form and human he is soooooo kawaii.
The Cat Café is also referred to as the Nekohanten in some places.
Disclaimer: Insert a disclaimer here and pretend I wrote it.
Thoughts are in 'quotations'.
"You sorcerer, hand over Akane Tendo and the pig-tailed girl! I shall smite you and the spineless villain, Saotome." Kuno was about to charge when he was hit by a gymnastics club.
"How dare you speak about my darling Ranma that way? Take that back, or suffer the consequences!" She twirled her ribbon in the air.
"Sister, dear, you don't wish to challenge me, the Blue Thunder of Furinkan High! I wouldn't want to hurt you; you are flesh and blood after all. Ranma Saotome is a monster who should be punished!" The two siblings faced off, staring one another straight in the eye.
"Don't you talk about him that way! He isn't a hussy like your pig-tail girl, or that horrid Akane Tendo!"
Akane was pulling her mallet out of hamperspace, when Ryoga nudged her. "Just let them finish each other off. I'm sure there is a way to go around them."
Taking a few deep breathes, Akane calmed down. "You are right. Let's take this street; it leads to Daisuke's house. He'll be sure to help."
After collecting sheets and blankets from several other classmates, they made their way to Okonomiyaki Ucchan's. "Hey, Akane, who is your friend?"
"Hello, Ukyo," Came Ryoga's muffled voice from behind the extremely high pile of cloth.
"Ryoga, is that you? Sugar, go ahead and put those down. Finally came to talk to me? Would you like an okonomiyaki first?" She started putting batter on the grill.
"I'm sure he would love to, but he doesn't have time. We need blankets for Ranma and were wondering if you had any?" Akane asked politely. She could sense Ukyo was a bit uncomfortable, and she felt the same.
"Blankets? What for? Oh, well, if they are for Ranma.. Be right back." Taking two at a time, the chef headed up the stairs. Ukyo returned a few minutes later, carrying three wool blankets. "I hope this helps. How is he feeling?"
"He was asleep when I left. We are staying at the Ca Café now. Cologne wanted to keep an eye on him. She didn't specify exactly why she needed all these," She gestured towards the stack of bedspreads on the floor of the restaurant, "but that they would help with whatever she has thought of."
"And she asked Ryoga to help as well?"
"No, I met Akane trying to find my way to the dojo and offered to give her a hand. We really should be getting these blankets back. I'll come and talk to you later, Ukyo, when Nabiki is finished with me." Ryoga picked up the pile they had collected and stood near the door.
"What does Nabiki want with you?" Ukyo asked concernedly.
Ryoga shrugged. "I don't know. That is why we have to talk to her. I'll see you later." He walked out, shutting the heavy frame behind him.
Akane and Ukyo stood, watching where Ryoga had just been. Akane asked, "How long do you think it will take him to figure out that that is your supply closet?"
"With this guy, who knows? Better get him out before the sun sets." Ukyo opened up the pantry and pulled Ryoga out lightly. "That way," she told him, pushing him towards the exit.
He laughed nervously. "Oh, right." He actually went out the right way this time, waiting for Akane to lead him back to the Nekohanten.
"See you later, Ukyo." Akane brushed past her, and started walking down the street, keeping a close eye on Ryoga, while lost in her own thoughts. 'I can't believe that she didn't call him "Ranchan" or "Ranma honey" once in that entire conversation. Is she over him? Or maybe..' Akane took a quick glance at Ryoga, who was following her as closely as recommended, so she wouldn't think he was a pervert or anything of the sort.
Mousse greeted them as they arrived at the Amazon's café. "I see you are back, Akane Tendo. And you have brought Ryoga Hibiki along as well. The mummy and my darling Shampoo are upstairs, tending to the sick Saotome, whilst I am forced to man the restaurant. She can be so cruel sometimes. Go right on up; she has been waiting for those." He pointed to the staircase and the pile of coverlets in their arms.
They accepted his advice and Akane led the Lost Boy to the room they had left Ranma in. "I'm back and I have tons of blankets." She stepped in, Akane grabbing Ryoga's sleeve as he began to walk right past the entrance, bringing him inside as well.
"Well, Ryoga, I suppose that you helped Akane gather what I requested. Thank you." She took everything that Akane and Ryoga carried, setting it down near the futon.
Akane saw Ranma sitting against the wall, letting Shampoo feed him ramen. She was seeing red. 'Helping Ranma is my job.' She gently pushed past Shampoo, feeling his burning head. "Are you feeling alright?"
"I'm kind of hungry." He eyed the bowl of ramen with a watering mouth.
"Didn't you say that you were going to take me back to your house?" Ryoga asked.
The blue-haired girl calmed her anger as best she could. "That's right. Come on, it isn't good to keep Nabiki waiting. I'll be back in ten minutes or so." She literally towed her friend the entire way back to her house, meeting Nabiki in the backyard.
"Here you go." She deposited Ryoga in front of her older sister, breathing heavy from the run.
"Took you long enough." Nabiki took off her sunglasses and smiled at the young Hibiki. "Let's go inside, what I need to talk to you about is vital."
Akane would have loved to stick around and see what this was all about. Unfortunately, her duties for Ranma called. She groaned loudly. 'Great. I get to go spend time with the insane Amazon trio. Could this situation get any worse?' She passed by an unconscious Kodachi and Kuno on her way back, Kuno with a ribbon wrapped around his neck and Kodachi seemed to have passed out from her own sleeping potions. Shaking her head, Akane thought, 'Those two are pathetic.'
A/N: I am sorry if this isn't as long, or as well written, but I ran into some writers block for this chapter. I know what will happen next time, so don't worry. Here are a few questions worth asking: What are the blankets for? Why do Ukyo and Nabiki want to talk to Ryoga? Will Ranma ever be cured? Keep reading to find answers to these questions, though they might not be answered in the next chapter. They will be answered sooner or later though! Questions, comments, reactions, and reviews are greatly appreciated.