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***** = memory
------- = another location
+++++ = another location in the memory :D
************** Beginning of time ***************
Ranma paced back and forth in the living room of his home. The look on his face betrayed all emotions. Setsuna walked in from the bathroom and watched him.
Setsuna : You know, If you pace too much, your going to ware a hole in the ground.
Ranma stopped and looked up at her with red eyes, and without a word, he nodded.
Setsuna *thinking* : He looks like he hasn't slept in days. He really must be worried about Brittany. She's quite the lucky girl.
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Brittany sat alone in her room. The curtains closed, refusing to let the sun in. She was laying in her bed and staring at the sealing. Her eyes were red from the hours of crying she had been doing since the return.
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Brittany : Huh? Where are we?
Julia : We're home.
Brittany's eyes widened and she got to her feet, faster than Julia had ever seen her do before.
Brittany : Where's Ran-Chan?
Julia : He..... He stayed behind.
Brittany nodded to her mother and calmly walked back to her room, the door slamming shut behind her. Julia sighed and went up and knocked on her door.
Julia : Brittany, look in the breast pocket of Ranma's shirt. He told me to have you open it when you woke up.
Before anything could be said, Julia just left her daughter to herself. Brittany ran over to the shirt, which was hung up beside her own, and pulled out the envelope.
Brittany *thinking* : What would Ran-Chan leave behind for me......
She opened it up slowly and looked inside. Tears poured down her face as she read the letter.
Dear Brit-Chan,
I know you are probably really mad at me right now, but I can live with you being mad at me. Because I know your alive then. There's something that had to be done, and you know my honor demands that I accomplish it. I will tell you this, I don't know if I will come back or not, but if I don't....... well, open the envelope and pull out the other piece of paper.
Brittany nodded to herself, and wiped her eyes clear. She pulled out the other piece of paper and her eyes widened in shock. She pulled back and looked back at the letter.
This is the deed to my home. It's nothing fancy, but I want you to have it. If there's ever a time when you need to, or want to, run away from your problems. Use it. Also included in the envelope is a bank card, with over three hundred billion dollars American. Please, use most of it on yourself. Well, I guess it's time I get you back to Julia before she skins me alive............. I love you Brittany.
Ranma Meioh -
Prince of Pluto, Flame Master, and God Slayer.
Brittany brought the letter down and her eyes filled with tears. She fell back against her bed and a long sob filled the air.
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Brittany sighed as she put the letter down for the umpteenth time today. She refused to do anything, her body protested any movement.
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Ranma sat up in his bed and looked around.
Ranma *thinking* : It's useless, no matter how many times I think about it, I can't leave here to be with her. If I do, millions will die, and I won't be able to live with that. I hope Brit-Chan will forgive me.
Ranma then heard a large explosion and he ran to the window, jumping out to investigate. When he got to the front of the house, he was horrified. He saw bodies littered everywhere and most of them seemed like they were on fire. He looked around some more and almost breathed a breathe of relief when he couldn't find any of the scouts among them. He looked up in the sky when a flapping filled the air, and was surprised to find an armored saffron.
Saffron : So this is the whelp that was to destroy me? Hmph, pathetic.
Ranma growled and clenched his fist.
Ranma : Pathetic huh? At least I know your weakness and how to destroy you.
Saffron : Destroy me? A mortal destroy me? I can't be destroyed! Among that, a mortal killing a god is impossible.
Ranma grinned and held his fist to the air.
Ranma : I've killed you in another dimension, don't take me so lightly.
Saffron's eyes narrowed and couldn't find a lie among his words. That was rather surprising to the god. Unfortunately for Ranma, what he didn't know is that the Saffron he faced wasn't even near full power. But the one here was. Saffron shrugged.
Saffron : We shall see, mortal.
Fire surrounded Saffron in a blaze, and he launched a massive fireball toward Ranma. He was about to dodge, but he saw movement out of the corner of his eye. He gasped and quickly ran in front of the fireball, his arm crossed to stop it. The fireball hit and threw Ranma back through the house and slammed him into the concrete behind it. No matter what Ranma tried to do, he couldn't move a muscle without being racked with pain and blood flowing freely through open wounds.
Ranma *thinking* : A single move should not have hurt me that much. Shit.
He stumbled to his feet and walked out through the hole his body made and his eyes widened in horror again. Before him he saw Saffron, holding Hotaru by her neck, squeezing the life out of her slowly. The sound of bone cracking was heard through the blocks of Juuban followed by the sounds of the dead. Ranma fell to his knees, his eyes covered by his bangs, and hid all emotions from being seen. He silently made the wish that he dreaded. A wish so bad that he would forever give up his life. Then it happened. Saffron mocked the weak Hotaru's dead body and defiled it with his saliva. Then Ranma snapped, everything went gold as light filled the air. Saffron looked down on the 'mortal' that tried to kill him, and his eyes widened in surprise. There stood a figure, around seven feet tall, muscles that could destroy mountains and energy that pulsed for freedom. Then Saffron felt a chill crawl up his spine. Ranma looked up, his eyes glowing golden with hate and power, anguish and contempt. Power is what Ranma was, power to gain vengeance, power to return the dead, and what he wished for overall, the power to destroy. He launched himself at Saffron, and batted away every fireball thrown at him. When he got close enough Ranma snapped out his leg and kicked Saffron in the face, smashing in his jaw bone with an disgusting crack. Saffron fell lifelessly to the ground after what seemed like an eternity, but Ranma remained in the air, held up by the power of his aura. His eyes blazing gold with hate. He let go of his aura and fell, speeding up as he descended. When he neared the ground, he made no attempt to stop as the force of gravity gave his already powerful blows, even more power. Ranma fixed his knee out and slammed it into Saffron's stomach, destroying whatever bones he had left in his body, piercing his heart and lungs with the ones that were destroyed. Ranma stood there, looking over Saffron's body and was pleased, when it made no attempt to regenerate. Saffron was dead.
Ranma *thinking* : Kami, is there a way to bring my friends back?
Kami * in Ranma's head* : Yes, but I would have to take your godhood.
Ranma *thinking* : I don't care, being god isn't me, I don't need power over life.
Kami *in Ranma's head* : Very well. Let it be known that Ranma has given his godhood for the safety of his friends, and above all, his life on earth.
Lightning struck down from the heavens and thrashed against Ranma's body, his screamed piercing the silent night.
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When Ranma regained consciousness he looked around him and saw all the concerned looks that he was getting.
Ranma : I'm ok, Saffron just did a number on me.
Hotaru : Saffron? Who's Saffron?
Ranma got up and looked around him, all the destruction was gone, no one was hurt and everything seemed peaceful. Ranma smiled to himself and jumped out of bed, but immediately regretted it. With a grunt he fell back into his bed and sighed happily.
Ranma : No one. He's nothing to worry about any longer.
That earned his some glares and confusing looks from everyone in the room. He looked at Setsuna and she smiled a knowing smile and he grinned.
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Brittany was sobbing her room for the third day in a row, and Julia not knowing what to do, hasn't thought of the obvious yet. A flash of light later, screams were coming from upstairs.
Brittany : Ran-Chan!!!
Ranma smiled and held Brittany in an embrace for a long time, until the door leading into the room was blown open, and Brianna stepped in wearing full combat armor. She grinned evilly but stopped once she saw Ranma standing there with a grin on his face. She contemplated blowing him up anyways, for worrying them.
Ranma : Nope, ain't going to hurt me.
Brianna flushed with embarrassment and walked out of the room, muttering about how unfair the world is to her. Brittany hugged onto Ranma again and this time refused to let go of him, for fear of losing him forever. He smiled and held her as well. He was shocked out of his dream world when a pair of soft lips met his own and saw Brittany blushingly kissing him. When they pulled away, Ranma had no choice but to breathe hard.
Ranma : What was that for?
Brittany : Are you complaining?
Ranma : Not in the least, but I thought you would be happy to see me
He immediately regretted those words as she began to purr and give him a look of lust. She pounced onto him, but found herself on the bottom when they landed on bed.
Ranma : Nu-uh young lady, not just yet. I have something I need to talk to you about.
Brittany *pouting* : Oh....
Ranma : Well, I was hoping you would come stay with us in Japan.
Brittany : Oh? Who is us?
Ranma : Well after everything happened, I asked the others if they wanted to return to my dimension with me, needless to say they all jumped at the chance. There's one problem though. I think I have to marry Hotaru.
Brittany : WHAT?!?!
Ranma : In out past, our fathers engaged us to each other, and I can't say I'm
thrilled at the concept, but I can't honestly say I don't have any feelings for
her.
Brittany : Oh.....
She silently got out from under him and sat on the edge of the bed, staring at the ground. She turned to say something when she saw Ranma's eyes glazed over and poked him. He came out of his daze and smiled gently.
Ranma : Sorry, Kami was just saying something about being married on Jade.
Brittany's eyes widened and purred again, launching herself at Ranma, and tackling him.
Brittany : I think what he means is that in Jade, marrying two women is legal.
Ranma : Oh.... I couldn't do that to you two though.
Brittany : Oh, but you can just cut one of us off?
Ranma sighed and shook his head in defeat.
Ranma : Well, I will have to check with Hotaru and see if it's ok with her though.
Brittany nodded and picked him up. That was Ranma noticed for the first time since his arrival that Brittany was wearing only under garments. He blushed hard and passed out from blood loss.
Brittany *sigh* : Ran-Chan, we have got to fix that of you. How are you going to please me and Hotaru on our wedding night if you can't.
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Ranma woke up in the morning and detached himself from Brittany's iron-like grip and walked down to the kitchen to meet up with everybody.
Ranma : Good morning.
Julia & Setsuna : Good morning Ranma-kun
Julia started snickering as Setsuna turned and irritated cheek and did something else.
Ranma : uhhh......
Theo : They've been doing that since last night, Julia is trying to break Setsuna's cold like shell.
Ranma smiles and walks over to Setsuna. Before she could do or say anything Ranma hugged her tightly and held her for what seemed like hours on end.
Ranma : Good morning momma.
Setsuna blushed hard and stuttered with a come back. Ranma turned toward Theo and smirked. Theo said nothing just winced in sympathy as Julia smacked him upside the head.
Ranma : What'd you do that for?!?
Julia : I've been trying to make her mess up all morning and you do it within a minute of being awake!
Ranma grinned
Ranma : I'm the best.
Setsuna re-gathered her emotions and 'accidentally' hit Ranma upside the head with the frying pan she was holding. Ranma got up from the ground and smirked, rubbing the back of the head. Theo shook his head at Ranma and he shrugged.
Ranma : It was worth it.
Theo : I would hope so, otherwise that would've really hurt.
Ranma and Theo share a quick laugh before running from the two women that were shaking cooking utensils at them. As they were running for their lives they passed Gina's bedroom. Ranma smirked as he got an idea. They slowed enough to knock her door.
Ranma : Gina! Your boyfriends here!
They took off running again and watched as Gina opened the door, slamming it into Setsuna and Julia's faces. They winced with each other, then fell to the floor laughing. That day was filled with laughing and joyous times,..... for the most part, and some hurt bots.
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Ranma walked back into his home, with Brittany in tow and asked Hotaru to speak with her alone. When they were in the bedroom together, he cringed hearing Brittany's purring.
Ranma : Hotaru, I can't help but feel that our engagement should be fulfilled, but I can't hurt Brittany's honor either.
Hotaru : I know that........
She sighed and started to cry.
Ranma : Don't hit me for this, but there is a way for the both of you to get married to me.
Hotaru : Bigamy is illegal in Japan and America.
Ranma : I know, but not on Jade. Brittany's home dimension.
Hotaru's eyes lit up.
Ranma : We wanted to run this by you before we came to any final decisions though.
Hotaru nodded hopefully. Ranma got on one knee and took both of their hands.
Ranma : Will you two marry me?
They looked at each other as if sizing them up. Then smiled happily.
Hotaru & Brittany : Of course!
They latched onto Ranma faster than he could move, if he had wanted and was kissed multiple times by Hotaru and Brittany alike.
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Theo stared at the ceiling as loud thumps were heard and he couldn't help himself from going into his demon head mode, and trying to get up the stairs to the bed room. Julia had other plans for him, as she just gently grabbed his wrist.
Theo : What? I have to stop them!
Julia : Theo, I have something else in store for you.
Theo : Huh?
Julia : Sex Theo, Sex.
She shook her head sadly and pulled Theo's hand up to their bedroom. Sometime he could be so dense. She laughed to herself as she thought of Ranma. Theo just whimpered, begged and pleaded to deaf ears.
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Ranma, Hotaru and Brittany all walked out of their room, their eyes had bags under them, but other than that they seemed happier than they had been earlier. Ranma smiled to them both as he helped them get their coats on and opened the door for them.
Brittany : Thanks Ran-Chan.
Hotaru : Yes, thank you Ranma.
Ranma : My pleasure. Where do you ladies want to eat today?
Brittany *grinning* : Fish House!
Ranma and Hotaru sweat-dropped and just nodded, letting Brittany lead the way since they didn't care either way. They were walking down a street, the sun beaming with brightness and no clouds in the sky. It was going to be a good day. Ranma stretched out a bit and then let out a yawn.
Ranma : This kind of day makes me tired. I'm not used to not being picked on.
Hotaru : I know how you feel Ranma. It's been a long time since kids have looked at me without cringing away in fear.
Ranma looked over at Hotaru and saw her looking at the ground in sadness. Brittany looked at her as well, before slowing down and walking beside her. Her and Ranma put their arms around Hotaru and grin.
Ranma : Tell us if anyone tries anything, we'll make them pay.
Brittany : YEAH!
Hotaru : Thanks guys.
They nod happily and continue on their way toward the 'Fish House'. Two students sat on a bench as they watched their 'friend' Hotaru walking into a Fish house with a young man, and a really hot woman. They look at each other and follow them in.
------- Inside Fish House ------
Brittany is eating everything in sight, that is, unless Ranma has gotten to it first. Although have both deemed Hotaru's plate off limits, since she can't protect her food. Hotaru looked at the two eating and had a disgusted feeling, but it was soon covered by the love she felt for them. She looked at Brittany and smiled when she saw a piece of rice on her cheek. She reached over and grabbed it, popping it into her mouth afterwards.
Hotaru : Ah! Rogue rice grain!
Ranma looked at her in shock, as did Brittany. The two that had followed them in blushed as she did that. Hotaru began giggling soon followed by Ranma and Brittany. They sat around, joked and ate their dinners for around two hours. As they left the building, they noticed that it was night time, as the stars shone brightly in the sky. Ranma took each of their hands into his own as they proceeded home, the two boys looking at him with jealous rage because he was so close to their spotted goddess.
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The next morning, Ranma woke up with Brittany and Hotaru on each side of him, latching onto him in a way that he couldn't get loose. He looked about him until his weary eyes finally rested on the clock. He woke up instantly when he noticed that he and Hotaru were going to be late for school.
Ranma : AH! We're LATE!
This brought Hotaru out of her dream as she woke up, seeing Ranma grabbing clothes and tossing others out of his way, trying to find more. She rubbed the sleep out of her eyes and yawned cutely.
Hotaru : Ranma, what are you doing?
Ranma : We're late for our first day of school!
Hotaru looked at the clock and she too jumped out of bed, going through a frenzy of clothes until she found her uniform. They ran down the stairs and stopped at the door to grab their bags, when Setsuna walked around the corner.
Setsuna : Ranma, remember. You are to be in hiding. So no fighting and no Ki techniques. Not everyone is a martial artist of your caliber. If anything, you are frail.
Ranma sighs and nods, taking Hotaru's hand into his own before running out the door toward the school.
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School was going by smoothly for the most part. Ranma had only been picked on and beat up twice, so he was tolerating it. Sure he didn't like to lose, but he was told not to fight. So he stood his place and refused to fight back. He was sitting in his last class, looking out the window toward the girls softball field when he caught a glimpse of Hotaru in her gym uniform. His mouth slacked a little as he blushed slightly. He smiled to himself as she turned and laughed with her friends.
Ranma *thinking* : Seems like she is getting along well with her friends.
He sighed out as he stared at them again, a smile adorned on his face. Then he sensed something wrong and quickly moved his head and snapped out his hand creating a somewhat displacement of sound as he caught a piece of chalk. He blinked at it in confusion and then looked at the teacher who was staring wide eyed along with the rest of the class at Ranma. He shrugged and casually flicked the piece of chalk back toward the front at high speeds. When it connected with the black board it blew up in a white haze of smoke.
Ranma : It's all in the wrist.
Teacher : Care to explain what is so interesting outside?
Ranma *without thinking* : Just thinking about how Hotaru looks happy.
All the girls giggled to themselves and thought of the romantic setting between Ranma and Hotaru. Ranma blushed as he looked away from all the looks he was getting and back at Hotaru. Who was currently pressed against a far wall and her hands at her chest. She was backing away from a couple boys who were pestering her. Ranma snarled and made his way to the open window and leaned out. Before the teacher could scream he was freefalling from the fifth floor down.
Teacher : Ranma!!!
He smirked and did a twist flip as he neared the ground, landing on his feet. He glanced up and met the scared look with a confident one. He started walking toward the two who were bothering Hotaru, his hand clenching and unclenching in barely contained anger.
TO BE CONTINUED........................
Short, I know. Sorry.
