Ryo: I'm back and ready to save the day!
Mr. Badguy87: Not yet, you have to do the disclaimer!!
Ryo: *pouts*
Mr. Badguy87: READ THE DISCLAIMER OR I'LL HAVE MEILING DUMP YOU!!
Ryo: Hmph, Mr. Asshole87..
Mr. Badguy87: Why you little
Ryo: Does not own any of the CCS characters involved in this story. He does however own the plotline, the Demons of Mangkukulam, the Guardians, and myself
Suppi: He would also like to inform his beta reviewers that he is terribly sorry he did not notify them that he did not e-mail them this chapter, but he does hope it is up to your standards.
Kero: He would also like once again if any more people would like to become beta reviewers and join the ranks of the select few that are.
Nakuru: Simply e-mail him at Emikey87@aol.com or Emikey123@yahoo.com, and he will respond in one to three days.
Yue: he would also like to inform you of several important facts:
"speaking" 'thinking' [[psychically communicating]]
~*****~ change of scene ~^^^^^~ flashback ~~ Change into/out of first person POV
Mr. Badguy 87: Now onto my story!!!
He Has Returned
Chapter Eleven
The Next Generation
Sakura walked timidly towards her soon to be captors. She was trembling with fear and kept glancing sideways towards her friends and family. Unawa was smirking as she made her way towards him.
~*****~
"Master Yamamoto!"
"I know, let's move out"
Three cackles could be heard, echoing throught the clearing in which Learner Arojo and his Master, Ryo Yamamoto, had been hidden.
"So this is who the almighty Guardian council sends to protect the important Clowmistress." One voice hissed
"Only two pathetic Guardians? One would think the Clowmistress was held in higher esteem than that." Another luaghed
"Looks like I may get a chance to hunt after all" The third voice said
Three shadows stepped out behind the two guardians.
Ryo eyes widened when he saw who had caught them. One was Baluktot Ahas, a snakelike demon. he had an upper body of a man, but his lower body rounded off into a tail. His hands had ten-inch claws and his teeth were razor sharp. He was accompanied by a putrid stench, something like rotting fish and dead corpses. On his right stood Manunuligsa, a demon warrior wielding a powerful warhammer. He was wearing black plate armor. On the top of his helmet was you could make out an engraved dragon. He was a huge and formidable warrior. On Ahas's left crouched Mamamana, the deadly archer. He wielded a longbow. He withdrew a hawk feather arrow from his quiver and nocked it into his bow.
Mamamana fired an arrow, which multiplied in numbers. Ryo called forth his sword and blocked ever single one of the arrows.
"Apprentice, go ahead and take the Clowmistress to safety. I will handle these three."
"But Master..."
"I said go Michael"
Michael Arojo, his apprentice took flight. Mamamana took aim and launched a few arrows at Ryo's apprentice. Ryo said an incantation and the arrows reversed course, launching themselves upon Mamamana and his accomplices.
"No amount of psychic powers could reverse the course of my arrows." Mamamana said, "Only a wizard's power could do so"
Ryo narrowed his eyes at them then muttered another incantation, turning several trees around them into treants.
"So a Guardian has mastered the arcane magics of nature." Manunuligsa said. "Let's see how skilled you have become."
All three demons launched attacks upon Ryo. Ryo merely gritted his teeth and charged into them.
~*****!
Unawa was becoming impatient with his quarry. She was taking way to long in walking a few yards. He levitated Tomoyo high above the ground.
"Hurry up or your friend here will have an unfortunate accident." He said with a smirk
Sakura's eyes widened with extreme fear and doubled her pace, despite the intense pain in her leg. She unfortunately tripped and fell.
"So this is the great Clowmistress, descendant of the mighty Clow Reed. A pitiful girl cowering at my mercy. Perhaps a little lesson of pain will teach her strength."
Unawa levitated Tomoyo a little higher then dropped his hand. Tomoyo went plummeting towards the ground. Sakura could only watch in helplessness as gravity did its handiwork. Tomoyo was about to hit when she stopped, hovering in midair. Sakura looked towards Unawa, who was just as baffled as she was.
Unawa looked around. He tried to read the type of power that was gently setting Tomoyo on the ground. It was a Guardian's power.
"Show yourself Master Yamamoto. I am going to have much fun torturing you as well." Unawa yelled out to nowhere in particular.
Unawa was surprised when a young Guardian stepped out to challenge him.
"So Yamamoto sends his young apprentice to do his dirty work." Unawa laughed. "I will have fun causing Ryo the pain of loss."
~*****~
Ryo's treants were wiped out almost immediately by Baluktot Ahas and Manunuligsa. Mamamana kept firing volleys at Ryo, who was unable to support his treants. Ryo called forth water demons to distract Ahas and Manunuligsa while he first took care of Mamamana.
Ryo let out a couple energy blasts in response to Mamamana's attacks. None of them hit their intended targets.
'I don't have time for this. My apprentice is extremely outmatched' Ryo thought as he launched another attack upon Mamamana.
"So the Guardian is more powerful than he looks. Summoning powerful elementals." Ahas hissed
"They must be more powerful than that to handle us. Perhaps he has more powerful tricks up his sleeves" Manunuligsa said, looking up at the hovering Ryo.
"Oh I have some tricks all right." Ryo said.
Ryo clapped his palms together and yelled. "SAGRADO LIWANAG!!!"
A bright light erupted from his palms and blinded Manunligsa, Mamamana, and Baluktot Ahas. They covered their eyes with their hands, but they were still stunned by the light. Ryo took this opportunity to withdraw from the battle and go assist his apprentice.
~*****~
Elsewhere things were not going so well for other Guardians.
"Is this the best the apprentice of the most powerful Guardian can do?" Unawa laughed as he easily dodged another one of Michael's attack.
Unawa sent another mind blast at Michael, slamming him into the wall of a nearby store. Michael collapsed, panting.
"Get up boy, I'm not done with you yet!!" Unawa yelled.
Michael got up with some difficulty. He wiped blood that dripped from his nose.
He prepared another attack, but was interrupted as an energy blast hit Unawa full force.
"I thought the great demon psychic would be more prepared than that, Unawa." Ryo said.
'Apprentice, you remember that new teleportation technique you have been learning?' Ryo asked his apprentice telepathically
'Yes master' Michael replied back
'Use it now'
'But master, I haven't completely mastered it yet'
'That doesn't matter, you must use it and teleport everyone back to the Li mansion. I will distract Unawa while you prepare to teleport.'
'Yes master'
"Unawa, it is time you take on a fully trained Guardian"
"Bring it on wench"
The two titanic powers clashed in midair. It was blast after blast after blast. Ryo eventually transformed to his second level, and Unawa powered up, turning himself into a huge batlike creature.
"How about we shed the formalities and boost to our true powers Guardian" Unawa cackled
Ryo glanced to his right, where his powered up apprentice gave him a thumbs up.
"I'm afraid I'll have to take a raincheck Unawa, but right now my main priority is getting my friends to safety.
Unawa looked past Ryo's shoulder and saw Michael getting ready to teleport.
"You stinking little cowards. I will get you!"
"Survival is the better part of valor Unawa," with a smile and a wave"Bye now."
Unawa rushed him but in a flash everyone, Ryo, his apprentice, Sakura, and the rest of them were gone.
Unawa cried out in frustration then teleported himself back to his castle in a puff of smoke.
~*****~
Michael ended up teleporting five feet above the ground, causing everyone to land in damaging positions.
"I think we could work on that particular aspect of your skills Michael" Ryo said while rubbing his back
"I told I haven't mastered the mass teleport yet Master"
"That's okay apprentice" Ryo said standing up
He looked around and saw several others standing up as well.
"Apprentice, go to the temple and get Master Barthoum and his healers here"
"Yes master" He replied, and left with a flash.
Ryo got up and started healing various people.
He was in the process of healing one of the Li clan warriors when he saw Sakura, huddled in small corner in a ball, knees to her chest. He walked over and sat down next to her.
"How you doing?" Ryo asked her
"I failed." She replied flatly
"They depended on me, and I couldn't even protect them."
"It's not your fault Sakura"
"But it is,"She said, starting to cry "I was so sure of myself, but when it came down to it, I couldn't even defend myself."
"You were up against one of the most powerful demons the world, the universe. has ever known Sakura" Ryo said" And you did good Sakura"
"No I didn't"
"You went up against a demon that could wipe this world out in an instant, without any training, and you stayed alive."
"He wanted me alive Ryo,"Sakura said whimpering "I didn't even fight him"
"The truth is Sakura" Ryo said putting a hand on her shoulder "Unawa couldn't destroy you even if he wanted to. You have more power than anyone on this planet. It's you that's destined to beat these guys Sakura, Mangkukulam and all of his low-life scum."
"But you're far more powerful than me Ryo, you've been the one that's destroying the demons." Sakura said while putting her head down.
"I only seem stronger since I have more experience and training. I've fought creatures like these most of my life Sakura. Once you receive the training I have and gain the experience that I got, then you could crush these guys with your pinky. So how about it, let's stop this moping around and get to training." Ryo said with a comforting smile
Sakura lifted her head up and gave him a small smile "Okay"
"I think your boyfriend is awake Sakura"
Sakura blushed but turned around and saw Syaoran standing up. She ran to him and flung herself into his arms.
"I'm so happy your still alive Sakura. I was so worried what had happened after I fainted." Syaoran said burying his head in her hair
"I was worried what Unawa's cronies might do to you after he took me."
"TAKE YOU!!"
Syaoran's yell aroused the attention of the others.
"I gave myself up so he wouldn't hurt any of you."
"You know we would've rather died before he took you Sakura" Eriol said
"That's what I'm afraid of."
'Promise me that you'll never do anything like that again Sakura." Syaoran said, taking her chin into his hands.
Sakura looked away from his deep brown eyes.
"Sakura" Syaoran said forcefully yet gently," Promise me. Even if it meant victory, life without you wouldn't be worth living."
Sakura looked deep into Syoaran's chocolate eyes, sensing his love and seriousness. She peered up at the faces her closest friends, all of them caring about her just as much as Syaoran. She looked back at Syaoran.
"I promise"
"Good" Syaoran said leaning into a kiss.
This time there was no loud kawaii, no squeals or giggles, only unanimous smiles settling on the faces of the two lovebirds' friends.
Three people, however were not in the circle of friends, despite the fact that two of them were counted among them. Meiling had her arms around Ryo's waist, leaning her head on his shoulder. Ryo looked down at his angel, and smiled when he realized that she was asleep. He put his arm under her knees and lifted her up. She shifted a little in his arms, but stayed asleep.
"You two are pretty cute together." Master Lakas said
Ryo looked over to the wise master Lakas, the most revered and respected Guardian to lead the council since Fate.
"I'm happy to inform you that the council has approved your marriage."
"I was beginning to get worried for a second."
"Well we knew nothing was going to stop you anyway, so we might as well give you our blessings"
"Do you think I should tell you Master?"
"tell her what?"
"That I'm not fully human."
"That you are descended from an Elven demon huntress?"
"I'm afraid she might reject me."
"If what you two have is truly love, then she won't care less.' Master Lakas said wisely" And I am absolutely certain that you both truly love each other."
Ryo smiled. then he pointed out Sakura and Syaoran, who bother engaged in another passionate kiss.
"I was wrong when I said Sakura was destined to overcome Mangkukulam."
"How so?"
"It's their love that will defeat him. I'm sure of it."
"I think you're right about that."Master Lakas said with a smile "The sun is setting on the time of the Guardians. The old that have been lingering will drift away and will be replaced by another generation."
"Master you aren't syaing that..."
"Yes Ryo, I am sure that the Guardians will be decimated in this new war. Far too long has the Guardian force protected this earth, leaving its native people to wither and lose the strength and integrity to protect itself. It is time that they learn to stand on their own feet." Master lakas sighed. "I am sure that you will survive this war Ryo, your lineage garauntees it."
"Nothing is garaunteed in war Master"
"I am absolutely sure that you will be a survivor Ryo. You have surpassed me in power and strength long ago."
"Not experience and wisdom Master, both probably more important than skill and strength."
"You are a good leader Ryo, a good, strong man. When this is over I want you to lead the Guardians. I want you to slowly decrease the involvement of the Guardians in world affairs."
"But what about the council? what have they said about this?"
"We have all agreed that this will be the best course of action for the future of earth. We have agreed that you are the best man to do it."
"But who will guard the portals and watch the.."
"It is now up to the next generation" Master Lakas said, pointing to the laughing group of friends," To protect the people of earth. I still want you to train the Guardians, just in case, but you must make sure that the native people of this earth stop the coming evils."
Ryo nodded his head "I will do my best Master"
"And I know it will be enough." Master Lakas said smiling" I bid thee congratulations and farewell."
"Goodbye master"
With birght flash he disappeared.
Ryo walked over to the large group of friends, Meiling still sleeping in his arms.
"Look at the cute engaged couple!!" Chiharu said
"I think we have another couple to torture now" Ryo said pointing to the ring on Sakura's finger
"We all forgot our congratulations!!" Tomoyo said
"I'm pooped" Yamazaki said
"Me too" Chiharu said, leaning on Yamazaki for support
"Me three" Naoko sighed, jumping into Shen's arms
"Hey!" Shen said, getting the wind knocked out of him. "I'm tired too!"
"Let's all get some rest" Eriol suggested" I'm sure Ryo has a long week planned for us."
"Eriol, training with me can't be that bad."
"Oh yeah, your apprentice said it's like a living hell when training with you"
"He's over exaggerating"
The group of teenagers laughed and walked up the stairs into the mansion.
'Maybe Master Lakas was right' Ryo thought 'It's up to us now."
So what do you all think?? Review review review!!! I hope that my beta- reviewers liked it!! I'm sorry I didn't e-mail it but after a long break I just wanted to get something out there!! Also don't forget I'm still accepting applications for beta-reviewers, you can reach me at Emikey87@aol.com or Emikey123@yahoo.com. Anyways, don't forget to review and it will compel me to write a little faster!!!
Mr. Badguy87: Not yet, you have to do the disclaimer!!
Ryo: *pouts*
Mr. Badguy87: READ THE DISCLAIMER OR I'LL HAVE MEILING DUMP YOU!!
Ryo: Hmph, Mr. Asshole87..
Mr. Badguy87: Why you little
Ryo: Does not own any of the CCS characters involved in this story. He does however own the plotline, the Demons of Mangkukulam, the Guardians, and myself
Suppi: He would also like to inform his beta reviewers that he is terribly sorry he did not notify them that he did not e-mail them this chapter, but he does hope it is up to your standards.
Kero: He would also like once again if any more people would like to become beta reviewers and join the ranks of the select few that are.
Nakuru: Simply e-mail him at Emikey87@aol.com or Emikey123@yahoo.com, and he will respond in one to three days.
Yue: he would also like to inform you of several important facts:
"speaking" 'thinking' [[psychically communicating]]
~*****~ change of scene ~^^^^^~ flashback ~~ Change into/out of first person POV
Mr. Badguy 87: Now onto my story!!!
He Has Returned
Chapter Eleven
The Next Generation
Sakura walked timidly towards her soon to be captors. She was trembling with fear and kept glancing sideways towards her friends and family. Unawa was smirking as she made her way towards him.
~*****~
"Master Yamamoto!"
"I know, let's move out"
Three cackles could be heard, echoing throught the clearing in which Learner Arojo and his Master, Ryo Yamamoto, had been hidden.
"So this is who the almighty Guardian council sends to protect the important Clowmistress." One voice hissed
"Only two pathetic Guardians? One would think the Clowmistress was held in higher esteem than that." Another luaghed
"Looks like I may get a chance to hunt after all" The third voice said
Three shadows stepped out behind the two guardians.
Ryo eyes widened when he saw who had caught them. One was Baluktot Ahas, a snakelike demon. he had an upper body of a man, but his lower body rounded off into a tail. His hands had ten-inch claws and his teeth were razor sharp. He was accompanied by a putrid stench, something like rotting fish and dead corpses. On his right stood Manunuligsa, a demon warrior wielding a powerful warhammer. He was wearing black plate armor. On the top of his helmet was you could make out an engraved dragon. He was a huge and formidable warrior. On Ahas's left crouched Mamamana, the deadly archer. He wielded a longbow. He withdrew a hawk feather arrow from his quiver and nocked it into his bow.
Mamamana fired an arrow, which multiplied in numbers. Ryo called forth his sword and blocked ever single one of the arrows.
"Apprentice, go ahead and take the Clowmistress to safety. I will handle these three."
"But Master..."
"I said go Michael"
Michael Arojo, his apprentice took flight. Mamamana took aim and launched a few arrows at Ryo's apprentice. Ryo said an incantation and the arrows reversed course, launching themselves upon Mamamana and his accomplices.
"No amount of psychic powers could reverse the course of my arrows." Mamamana said, "Only a wizard's power could do so"
Ryo narrowed his eyes at them then muttered another incantation, turning several trees around them into treants.
"So a Guardian has mastered the arcane magics of nature." Manunuligsa said. "Let's see how skilled you have become."
All three demons launched attacks upon Ryo. Ryo merely gritted his teeth and charged into them.
~*****!
Unawa was becoming impatient with his quarry. She was taking way to long in walking a few yards. He levitated Tomoyo high above the ground.
"Hurry up or your friend here will have an unfortunate accident." He said with a smirk
Sakura's eyes widened with extreme fear and doubled her pace, despite the intense pain in her leg. She unfortunately tripped and fell.
"So this is the great Clowmistress, descendant of the mighty Clow Reed. A pitiful girl cowering at my mercy. Perhaps a little lesson of pain will teach her strength."
Unawa levitated Tomoyo a little higher then dropped his hand. Tomoyo went plummeting towards the ground. Sakura could only watch in helplessness as gravity did its handiwork. Tomoyo was about to hit when she stopped, hovering in midair. Sakura looked towards Unawa, who was just as baffled as she was.
Unawa looked around. He tried to read the type of power that was gently setting Tomoyo on the ground. It was a Guardian's power.
"Show yourself Master Yamamoto. I am going to have much fun torturing you as well." Unawa yelled out to nowhere in particular.
Unawa was surprised when a young Guardian stepped out to challenge him.
"So Yamamoto sends his young apprentice to do his dirty work." Unawa laughed. "I will have fun causing Ryo the pain of loss."
~*****~
Ryo's treants were wiped out almost immediately by Baluktot Ahas and Manunuligsa. Mamamana kept firing volleys at Ryo, who was unable to support his treants. Ryo called forth water demons to distract Ahas and Manunuligsa while he first took care of Mamamana.
Ryo let out a couple energy blasts in response to Mamamana's attacks. None of them hit their intended targets.
'I don't have time for this. My apprentice is extremely outmatched' Ryo thought as he launched another attack upon Mamamana.
"So the Guardian is more powerful than he looks. Summoning powerful elementals." Ahas hissed
"They must be more powerful than that to handle us. Perhaps he has more powerful tricks up his sleeves" Manunuligsa said, looking up at the hovering Ryo.
"Oh I have some tricks all right." Ryo said.
Ryo clapped his palms together and yelled. "SAGRADO LIWANAG!!!"
A bright light erupted from his palms and blinded Manunligsa, Mamamana, and Baluktot Ahas. They covered their eyes with their hands, but they were still stunned by the light. Ryo took this opportunity to withdraw from the battle and go assist his apprentice.
~*****~
Elsewhere things were not going so well for other Guardians.
"Is this the best the apprentice of the most powerful Guardian can do?" Unawa laughed as he easily dodged another one of Michael's attack.
Unawa sent another mind blast at Michael, slamming him into the wall of a nearby store. Michael collapsed, panting.
"Get up boy, I'm not done with you yet!!" Unawa yelled.
Michael got up with some difficulty. He wiped blood that dripped from his nose.
He prepared another attack, but was interrupted as an energy blast hit Unawa full force.
"I thought the great demon psychic would be more prepared than that, Unawa." Ryo said.
'Apprentice, you remember that new teleportation technique you have been learning?' Ryo asked his apprentice telepathically
'Yes master' Michael replied back
'Use it now'
'But master, I haven't completely mastered it yet'
'That doesn't matter, you must use it and teleport everyone back to the Li mansion. I will distract Unawa while you prepare to teleport.'
'Yes master'
"Unawa, it is time you take on a fully trained Guardian"
"Bring it on wench"
The two titanic powers clashed in midair. It was blast after blast after blast. Ryo eventually transformed to his second level, and Unawa powered up, turning himself into a huge batlike creature.
"How about we shed the formalities and boost to our true powers Guardian" Unawa cackled
Ryo glanced to his right, where his powered up apprentice gave him a thumbs up.
"I'm afraid I'll have to take a raincheck Unawa, but right now my main priority is getting my friends to safety.
Unawa looked past Ryo's shoulder and saw Michael getting ready to teleport.
"You stinking little cowards. I will get you!"
"Survival is the better part of valor Unawa," with a smile and a wave"Bye now."
Unawa rushed him but in a flash everyone, Ryo, his apprentice, Sakura, and the rest of them were gone.
Unawa cried out in frustration then teleported himself back to his castle in a puff of smoke.
~*****~
Michael ended up teleporting five feet above the ground, causing everyone to land in damaging positions.
"I think we could work on that particular aspect of your skills Michael" Ryo said while rubbing his back
"I told I haven't mastered the mass teleport yet Master"
"That's okay apprentice" Ryo said standing up
He looked around and saw several others standing up as well.
"Apprentice, go to the temple and get Master Barthoum and his healers here"
"Yes master" He replied, and left with a flash.
Ryo got up and started healing various people.
He was in the process of healing one of the Li clan warriors when he saw Sakura, huddled in small corner in a ball, knees to her chest. He walked over and sat down next to her.
"How you doing?" Ryo asked her
"I failed." She replied flatly
"They depended on me, and I couldn't even protect them."
"It's not your fault Sakura"
"But it is,"She said, starting to cry "I was so sure of myself, but when it came down to it, I couldn't even defend myself."
"You were up against one of the most powerful demons the world, the universe. has ever known Sakura" Ryo said" And you did good Sakura"
"No I didn't"
"You went up against a demon that could wipe this world out in an instant, without any training, and you stayed alive."
"He wanted me alive Ryo,"Sakura said whimpering "I didn't even fight him"
"The truth is Sakura" Ryo said putting a hand on her shoulder "Unawa couldn't destroy you even if he wanted to. You have more power than anyone on this planet. It's you that's destined to beat these guys Sakura, Mangkukulam and all of his low-life scum."
"But you're far more powerful than me Ryo, you've been the one that's destroying the demons." Sakura said while putting her head down.
"I only seem stronger since I have more experience and training. I've fought creatures like these most of my life Sakura. Once you receive the training I have and gain the experience that I got, then you could crush these guys with your pinky. So how about it, let's stop this moping around and get to training." Ryo said with a comforting smile
Sakura lifted her head up and gave him a small smile "Okay"
"I think your boyfriend is awake Sakura"
Sakura blushed but turned around and saw Syaoran standing up. She ran to him and flung herself into his arms.
"I'm so happy your still alive Sakura. I was so worried what had happened after I fainted." Syaoran said burying his head in her hair
"I was worried what Unawa's cronies might do to you after he took me."
"TAKE YOU!!"
Syaoran's yell aroused the attention of the others.
"I gave myself up so he wouldn't hurt any of you."
"You know we would've rather died before he took you Sakura" Eriol said
"That's what I'm afraid of."
'Promise me that you'll never do anything like that again Sakura." Syaoran said, taking her chin into his hands.
Sakura looked away from his deep brown eyes.
"Sakura" Syaoran said forcefully yet gently," Promise me. Even if it meant victory, life without you wouldn't be worth living."
Sakura looked deep into Syoaran's chocolate eyes, sensing his love and seriousness. She peered up at the faces her closest friends, all of them caring about her just as much as Syaoran. She looked back at Syaoran.
"I promise"
"Good" Syaoran said leaning into a kiss.
This time there was no loud kawaii, no squeals or giggles, only unanimous smiles settling on the faces of the two lovebirds' friends.
Three people, however were not in the circle of friends, despite the fact that two of them were counted among them. Meiling had her arms around Ryo's waist, leaning her head on his shoulder. Ryo looked down at his angel, and smiled when he realized that she was asleep. He put his arm under her knees and lifted her up. She shifted a little in his arms, but stayed asleep.
"You two are pretty cute together." Master Lakas said
Ryo looked over to the wise master Lakas, the most revered and respected Guardian to lead the council since Fate.
"I'm happy to inform you that the council has approved your marriage."
"I was beginning to get worried for a second."
"Well we knew nothing was going to stop you anyway, so we might as well give you our blessings"
"Do you think I should tell you Master?"
"tell her what?"
"That I'm not fully human."
"That you are descended from an Elven demon huntress?"
"I'm afraid she might reject me."
"If what you two have is truly love, then she won't care less.' Master Lakas said wisely" And I am absolutely certain that you both truly love each other."
Ryo smiled. then he pointed out Sakura and Syaoran, who bother engaged in another passionate kiss.
"I was wrong when I said Sakura was destined to overcome Mangkukulam."
"How so?"
"It's their love that will defeat him. I'm sure of it."
"I think you're right about that."Master Lakas said with a smile "The sun is setting on the time of the Guardians. The old that have been lingering will drift away and will be replaced by another generation."
"Master you aren't syaing that..."
"Yes Ryo, I am sure that the Guardians will be decimated in this new war. Far too long has the Guardian force protected this earth, leaving its native people to wither and lose the strength and integrity to protect itself. It is time that they learn to stand on their own feet." Master lakas sighed. "I am sure that you will survive this war Ryo, your lineage garauntees it."
"Nothing is garaunteed in war Master"
"I am absolutely sure that you will be a survivor Ryo. You have surpassed me in power and strength long ago."
"Not experience and wisdom Master, both probably more important than skill and strength."
"You are a good leader Ryo, a good, strong man. When this is over I want you to lead the Guardians. I want you to slowly decrease the involvement of the Guardians in world affairs."
"But what about the council? what have they said about this?"
"We have all agreed that this will be the best course of action for the future of earth. We have agreed that you are the best man to do it."
"But who will guard the portals and watch the.."
"It is now up to the next generation" Master Lakas said, pointing to the laughing group of friends," To protect the people of earth. I still want you to train the Guardians, just in case, but you must make sure that the native people of this earth stop the coming evils."
Ryo nodded his head "I will do my best Master"
"And I know it will be enough." Master Lakas said smiling" I bid thee congratulations and farewell."
"Goodbye master"
With birght flash he disappeared.
Ryo walked over to the large group of friends, Meiling still sleeping in his arms.
"Look at the cute engaged couple!!" Chiharu said
"I think we have another couple to torture now" Ryo said pointing to the ring on Sakura's finger
"We all forgot our congratulations!!" Tomoyo said
"I'm pooped" Yamazaki said
"Me too" Chiharu said, leaning on Yamazaki for support
"Me three" Naoko sighed, jumping into Shen's arms
"Hey!" Shen said, getting the wind knocked out of him. "I'm tired too!"
"Let's all get some rest" Eriol suggested" I'm sure Ryo has a long week planned for us."
"Eriol, training with me can't be that bad."
"Oh yeah, your apprentice said it's like a living hell when training with you"
"He's over exaggerating"
The group of teenagers laughed and walked up the stairs into the mansion.
'Maybe Master Lakas was right' Ryo thought 'It's up to us now."
So what do you all think?? Review review review!!! I hope that my beta- reviewers liked it!! I'm sorry I didn't e-mail it but after a long break I just wanted to get something out there!! Also don't forget I'm still accepting applications for beta-reviewers, you can reach me at Emikey87@aol.com or Emikey123@yahoo.com. Anyways, don't forget to review and it will compel me to write a little faster!!!