I braced myself and into a stance; this movement came naturally, as if I've
learned it before. I closed my eyes for a moment and squeezed them gently.
When I opened them, I saw the 3 of them come closer towards me. I tightened
my muscles. I was going to show Goten.
I can live without him.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Gabriel, Aria and Marc closed in slowly on the girl. There was this feeling of pride that surrounded her and delayed their movement. It surrounded her like an invisible shield. They felt like their every move and thought was being monitored by her cold blue eyes.
They launched. They hit her, kicked her and beat her. But every time a hit was struck, the proud Saiyan Princess got up, some times tired and limping, some times fighting them off. The entire thing seemed like a nightmare, a bloody frenzy that she was annexed in. But time passed so slowly for her; it was too slow for those waiting.
Bra was exhausted after the 5 minutes, she stood, shaking a bit and with blood trickling down her lip. Yet she stood. Her head still held up high, her body quivering and her arms at her side, defenseless.
Chaisiar was amazed. "Damn...." He whispered, breathless. He looked over to his gang; some had a few bruises and cuts and all were breathing hard.
"Chaisiar, get me something to drink." Panted Aria, she reached out to him. She wiped a hand over her sweaty brow and glared at Bra. She had hoped a girl like Bra wouldn't pass the initiation; but she had. And with incredible defiance.
Chaisiar ignored her and walked past her and towards Bra. Aria growled quietly.
He could see Bra's eyes watching his every movement; she looked almost....cougar-like. He reached out to her and felt that steady heart in her collapse in his arms.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
I was exhausted. Chaisiar reached out to me and I didn't care anymore what was going to happen to me. My muscles ached and my headaches came back. I fell into his arms and something strong that was keeping me alive snapped as he held me firmly.
I thought it was all in vain until, that the whole was a waste of my time until I heard his words.
"You did alright, Bra. You did aliright."
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Chaisiar just stood there. Just held her and didn't move. His head was bowed and his eyes closed. Several minutes passed by and none of us spoke. Her victory was like a deafening silence on us.
I finally stood up, flipped by black hair and walked up to them. I put a hand on his shoulder; he didn't even acknowledge my presence.
"Chaisiar," I said softly. "Don't forget about our plan."
His eyes snapped open and they didn't even shift towards me. "The girl needs rest, Aria."
I heard coldness in his voice and backed away. I sat down on some garbage bags and only half-slept. I couldn't believe Chaisiar. He was so different. He would never treat someone fresh from the initiation this way. He didn't even treat me like this.
I looked over to Gabriel and Marc. They were whispering quietly, I sharpened my ears to hear them.
"Chaisiar would never let us sleep here. We do have a place to stay, you know." Gabriel said under hushed voices.
Marc nodded; his alert, Asian eyes glanced at Chaisiar. "Look at him, he's still holding her, he hasn't moved."
Something in me stirred. I moved my head and looked over to where Marc had glanced. He was right. Chaisiar just stood there, eyes closed and holding Bra. He was so still that I thought that he was dead. And Bra, she was gently sleeping away, still in his arms. The moon shone on them like a spotlight. I let out another quiet growl and curled up angrily.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
I woke up with a start. I felt a bit cramped and sore, confused, too. Until I remembered last night. I remembered it all. I moved and realized that someone was holding me.
"Chaisiar..." I whispered gratefully.
He was sitting and held me in his arms. His eyes were open and he was looking at me. He brushed my hair away from my eyes. "Come on, kid. It's morning."
My heart soared. I was accepted. I passed the test. Now I could start a new life with the White Chaise, a new life like this morning where I could forget my family, Goten, the pictures, and the....the blood washed from my nails.
I shook my head violently, No, I could become someone different now, and someone new and I could start a new life....with Chaisiar.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
The rest of the day consisted mainly of the White Chaise teaching Bra their rules and codes. They showed her their various hideouts and rebuked her gently when she failed at shoplifting a pair of socks.
When night finally came, Chaisiar took her aside to a corner in an abandoned building.
"Bra. You know our gang now. And you know the risks and penalties. Now we're putting you to the test." He looked at her.
Bra nodded. "What's the test?"
Chaisiar sighed. He looked at her; she was so valuable, if she stood the initiation, than she was incapable of more things than he had guessed. "If you fail this, we may have to reconsider you joining."
"The test is this: we sneak into a house and you'll have to either kill a person in that house or seriously injure the entire family in that house. You with me, so far?" He said, eyebrows lifted.
"What kind of a test is this, Chaisiar?" Bra asked again, dismissing his words.
Chaisiar held her gaze. She hadn't looked away, or moved. He sighed and ran a hand through his hair. "Blood bath."
Bra let out a 'pshhhh', like when some body is irritated or surprised. She threw her hands up in the air and walked away from him. Chaisiar followed her and put his hands on her shoulders.
"What's wrong?" He asked. Perhaps she was scared.
Bra glared at him. "That is so stupid."
Chaisiar was taken back. "What the hell are you talking about?"
Bra narrowed her eyes. "That is so stupid." She repeated. "I have to injure or kill someone to join your gang?" She shook her head. "But I already withstood the initiation."
Chaisiar shrugged. "Whatever, that was just the beginning."
Bra rolled her eyes. "No. The initiation was over. You can't go back on your word."
"I can do whatever I want you whore!" He suddenly pushed her back against the whitewashed walls. His nostrils were flared and red in the face. He breathed hard.
Bra winced, "Chaisiar, your hurting me!"
He ignored her and pushed her further in. She could feel her muscles tensing and her skin being scraped by the rough wall.
Suddenly, Gabriel walked up to Chaisiar and Bra and pulled him off. Chaisiar whirled on Gabriel and elbowed him in the stomach. Gabriel stood unmoving.
"Let her go, Chaisiar." He said. He looked over to Bra; she was still against the wall, shaking and surprised. He and glared at Chaisiar. Chaisiar spat on the ground.
"Go to hell, Gabe." He hissed; he walked away angrily and out the door.
Gabriel held his stomach and approached Bra. She was crying a bit. He flipped his hair from his eyes. "You can leave if you want to, but if you really wanna stay, you'll have to do what he said."
Bra looked to the ground. "I'll stay for one more night and then I'll leave in the morning." She sat down and curled up.
Gabriel glanced at her and then went back to his chair. He looked over to Marc and Aria. They had seen the whole thing, and they ignored him. Gabriel stared at the ceiling and sighed.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
You know when your stomach feels all tied up? That's how I felt then. My girlfriend ran out of my condo and now was roaming the streets; it was too dangerous for her. Although my campus was the safest, drug dealers and messed up gangs were everywhere.
I sat down on my bed and closed my eyes. I tried locating her Ki. I found it. It was pretty far, but I could still make it. I had to get her back; she wasn't ready for the world; not when she can't even remember what I had meant to her...
I sprinted around town until I got close. Night was closing in and what I could make out was an old building that looked as if it was going to collapse anytime. I went closer and froze.
I've been warned of this. The stories of it and legends surrounded the sign. And there it was. Right in front of me.
A white broken circle with a pale, messy drawing a tiger in the middle. Its old paint had cracked and it looked fitting on the wall.
"The White Chaise." I whispered to the air. I shook my head, the White Chaise had gotta be the stupidest gang in the universe. Their gang name meant 'white chair', but their trademark was a picture of a tiger.
I took a deep breath and pushed open an old door. I creaked and I tensed up. The building was like a maze of doors and halls. I looked for her Ki; it was stronger than before. I followed it; it led me to a large room. I saw a glimpse of her, lying on the floor and sleeping. I also heard quiet voices. I backed onto a wall.
"Damn....she joined them...." I sighed quietly.
Suddenly, something grabbed me.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
A silky voice filled his ear. "Gotcha."
Goten turned and looked at her. She had long black hair and her eyes gleaned mischievously. She wrapped her arms tighter around him and pressed herself onto him. Goten breathed shallow breaths and struggled a bit.
"Whatcha doing here, sexy?" She continued with her sleek voice.
Goten squirmed. He had to think fast. His plan was to get her out quickly, but since he was caught by a martial arts legend, he had to change plans.
"I want to join you guys." He finally rushed out.
Aria loosened her group and suddenly attempted to kick him. Goten grabbed her leg and she grinned. "We'll see about that."
"Can I at least spend the night----" Goten was cut off by the door that had flung open.
Chaisiar stormed in angrily then paused when he saw Goten. "What did you drag into your bed now, Aria?" He said mockingly.
Aria ignored him. "This kid wants to join us."
Chaisiar grinned. "So, now we're all going to have some big orgy?"
Aria glared at him. Goten blushed lightly. "No you idiot, he wants to be part of the gang."
Chaisiar looked Goten over. "Alright, let's do the initiation now." He punched one hand into his other repeatedly. "Besides, I need to let off some stress."
Aria held Chaisiar's arm. "You're getting involved?"
Chaisiar grinned. "Sure, why not."
Goten was getting extremely uncomfortable. And Aria didn't really helped. She smiled and hit Goten playfully on his pelvis. Goten backed away into the room. Marc and Gabriel looked up at him, bored.
Aria grabbed him back into the hall. She noted Chaisiar's jealously flash in his eyes. She wrapped her arms around Goten and grinned slyly. Chaisiar shoved Aria off of him and hit Goten in the jaw. Goten got up quickly and dodged another hit. Marc and Gabriel rushed into the hall to see what the commotion was about.
"You freaks!" Chaisiar screamed at them. "The initiation's starting!"
Gabriel and Marc traded confused looks. They then rushed into the frenzy and soon, all 4 were on Goten, beating and kicking him.
Goten, in only slight pain, knew that he could wipe out the entire gang; but knew that it would also mess up his plan. So he let his body go limp and let them bruise him. They finally came off of him. Goten was still standing, and faking painful moans.
Chaisiar smirked. "You're almost in, boy."
Goten nodded slowly. He 'limped' into the main room and spotted Bra. "Can I sleep beside her?" He asked casually.
Marc looked at him curiously. "Why?"
Goten shrugged, "I dunno, she just reminds me of someone."
Chaisiar ignored him. Goten smiled lightly as he laid himself beside Bra's sleeping body. Soon, he fell asleep, drooling on his shirt.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
I wasn't really asleep. When I felt Goten lay beside me, I was surprised. He was more stubborn than I was. I couldn't believe it. He really did love me....he loved me enough to endure the initiation. That had to be the only reason why he joined. Love...that seemed so long ago.
I felt hot tears spring up in my eyes. I cautiously stroked his black hair. It was damp with sweat and I cuddled up closer to him. "Goten," I murmured, "you idiot, why did you have to go and join...."
The room was completely dark and I could see Marc guarding the doorway.
I needed to get out. I couldn't stay here; Chaisiar would probably kill me if he could lash out like he did before. I slapped Goten gently on the head. He grunted and shifted. He opened his eyes lazily, then snapped to attention.
"Bra? What's up?" A sheepish grin rose on his face.
I giggled quietly. He seemed so much more recognizable now, like I've known him forever. I hid my smile and forced myself to keep a straight face. "Goten, I need to get out."
"Huh?"
He was so dumb sometimes.
"They're going to kill me."
Goten turned on his stomach and looked at me. "Chaisiar, right?"
I nodded. Was I in a dream? It was as if he knew me for years....something in my mind cleared; but I was still dillusioned.
Goten got up, picked me up and silently went to the door. He backed against a wall and kept an eye on Marc. He was sleeping. Goten looked at me. I nodded. He sped past Marc and raced out the door. We burst out of that bondage like two doves from a cage. We soared through the air.
Then there we were. Under the dancing stars and in the brisk midnight air. We stopped after we got far away and in an alley. All of the sudden out of nowhere, perhaps the fates or even cupid; we embraced and our lips met. Something clicked. I released my lips for only a moment. ":Boyfriend."
Goten gazed at me and froze time. He smiled gently and put me down on the ground where we sat. Our lips joined again, and this time, the kisses had bittersweet love.
Our souls rejoined that night. With the stars and moon as our witness.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Author's Note:
Wassup? I know I stink as a writer, but please review anyway!
I can live without him.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Gabriel, Aria and Marc closed in slowly on the girl. There was this feeling of pride that surrounded her and delayed their movement. It surrounded her like an invisible shield. They felt like their every move and thought was being monitored by her cold blue eyes.
They launched. They hit her, kicked her and beat her. But every time a hit was struck, the proud Saiyan Princess got up, some times tired and limping, some times fighting them off. The entire thing seemed like a nightmare, a bloody frenzy that she was annexed in. But time passed so slowly for her; it was too slow for those waiting.
Bra was exhausted after the 5 minutes, she stood, shaking a bit and with blood trickling down her lip. Yet she stood. Her head still held up high, her body quivering and her arms at her side, defenseless.
Chaisiar was amazed. "Damn...." He whispered, breathless. He looked over to his gang; some had a few bruises and cuts and all were breathing hard.
"Chaisiar, get me something to drink." Panted Aria, she reached out to him. She wiped a hand over her sweaty brow and glared at Bra. She had hoped a girl like Bra wouldn't pass the initiation; but she had. And with incredible defiance.
Chaisiar ignored her and walked past her and towards Bra. Aria growled quietly.
He could see Bra's eyes watching his every movement; she looked almost....cougar-like. He reached out to her and felt that steady heart in her collapse in his arms.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
I was exhausted. Chaisiar reached out to me and I didn't care anymore what was going to happen to me. My muscles ached and my headaches came back. I fell into his arms and something strong that was keeping me alive snapped as he held me firmly.
I thought it was all in vain until, that the whole was a waste of my time until I heard his words.
"You did alright, Bra. You did aliright."
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Chaisiar just stood there. Just held her and didn't move. His head was bowed and his eyes closed. Several minutes passed by and none of us spoke. Her victory was like a deafening silence on us.
I finally stood up, flipped by black hair and walked up to them. I put a hand on his shoulder; he didn't even acknowledge my presence.
"Chaisiar," I said softly. "Don't forget about our plan."
His eyes snapped open and they didn't even shift towards me. "The girl needs rest, Aria."
I heard coldness in his voice and backed away. I sat down on some garbage bags and only half-slept. I couldn't believe Chaisiar. He was so different. He would never treat someone fresh from the initiation this way. He didn't even treat me like this.
I looked over to Gabriel and Marc. They were whispering quietly, I sharpened my ears to hear them.
"Chaisiar would never let us sleep here. We do have a place to stay, you know." Gabriel said under hushed voices.
Marc nodded; his alert, Asian eyes glanced at Chaisiar. "Look at him, he's still holding her, he hasn't moved."
Something in me stirred. I moved my head and looked over to where Marc had glanced. He was right. Chaisiar just stood there, eyes closed and holding Bra. He was so still that I thought that he was dead. And Bra, she was gently sleeping away, still in his arms. The moon shone on them like a spotlight. I let out another quiet growl and curled up angrily.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
I woke up with a start. I felt a bit cramped and sore, confused, too. Until I remembered last night. I remembered it all. I moved and realized that someone was holding me.
"Chaisiar..." I whispered gratefully.
He was sitting and held me in his arms. His eyes were open and he was looking at me. He brushed my hair away from my eyes. "Come on, kid. It's morning."
My heart soared. I was accepted. I passed the test. Now I could start a new life with the White Chaise, a new life like this morning where I could forget my family, Goten, the pictures, and the....the blood washed from my nails.
I shook my head violently, No, I could become someone different now, and someone new and I could start a new life....with Chaisiar.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
The rest of the day consisted mainly of the White Chaise teaching Bra their rules and codes. They showed her their various hideouts and rebuked her gently when she failed at shoplifting a pair of socks.
When night finally came, Chaisiar took her aside to a corner in an abandoned building.
"Bra. You know our gang now. And you know the risks and penalties. Now we're putting you to the test." He looked at her.
Bra nodded. "What's the test?"
Chaisiar sighed. He looked at her; she was so valuable, if she stood the initiation, than she was incapable of more things than he had guessed. "If you fail this, we may have to reconsider you joining."
"The test is this: we sneak into a house and you'll have to either kill a person in that house or seriously injure the entire family in that house. You with me, so far?" He said, eyebrows lifted.
"What kind of a test is this, Chaisiar?" Bra asked again, dismissing his words.
Chaisiar held her gaze. She hadn't looked away, or moved. He sighed and ran a hand through his hair. "Blood bath."
Bra let out a 'pshhhh', like when some body is irritated or surprised. She threw her hands up in the air and walked away from him. Chaisiar followed her and put his hands on her shoulders.
"What's wrong?" He asked. Perhaps she was scared.
Bra glared at him. "That is so stupid."
Chaisiar was taken back. "What the hell are you talking about?"
Bra narrowed her eyes. "That is so stupid." She repeated. "I have to injure or kill someone to join your gang?" She shook her head. "But I already withstood the initiation."
Chaisiar shrugged. "Whatever, that was just the beginning."
Bra rolled her eyes. "No. The initiation was over. You can't go back on your word."
"I can do whatever I want you whore!" He suddenly pushed her back against the whitewashed walls. His nostrils were flared and red in the face. He breathed hard.
Bra winced, "Chaisiar, your hurting me!"
He ignored her and pushed her further in. She could feel her muscles tensing and her skin being scraped by the rough wall.
Suddenly, Gabriel walked up to Chaisiar and Bra and pulled him off. Chaisiar whirled on Gabriel and elbowed him in the stomach. Gabriel stood unmoving.
"Let her go, Chaisiar." He said. He looked over to Bra; she was still against the wall, shaking and surprised. He and glared at Chaisiar. Chaisiar spat on the ground.
"Go to hell, Gabe." He hissed; he walked away angrily and out the door.
Gabriel held his stomach and approached Bra. She was crying a bit. He flipped his hair from his eyes. "You can leave if you want to, but if you really wanna stay, you'll have to do what he said."
Bra looked to the ground. "I'll stay for one more night and then I'll leave in the morning." She sat down and curled up.
Gabriel glanced at her and then went back to his chair. He looked over to Marc and Aria. They had seen the whole thing, and they ignored him. Gabriel stared at the ceiling and sighed.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
You know when your stomach feels all tied up? That's how I felt then. My girlfriend ran out of my condo and now was roaming the streets; it was too dangerous for her. Although my campus was the safest, drug dealers and messed up gangs were everywhere.
I sat down on my bed and closed my eyes. I tried locating her Ki. I found it. It was pretty far, but I could still make it. I had to get her back; she wasn't ready for the world; not when she can't even remember what I had meant to her...
I sprinted around town until I got close. Night was closing in and what I could make out was an old building that looked as if it was going to collapse anytime. I went closer and froze.
I've been warned of this. The stories of it and legends surrounded the sign. And there it was. Right in front of me.
A white broken circle with a pale, messy drawing a tiger in the middle. Its old paint had cracked and it looked fitting on the wall.
"The White Chaise." I whispered to the air. I shook my head, the White Chaise had gotta be the stupidest gang in the universe. Their gang name meant 'white chair', but their trademark was a picture of a tiger.
I took a deep breath and pushed open an old door. I creaked and I tensed up. The building was like a maze of doors and halls. I looked for her Ki; it was stronger than before. I followed it; it led me to a large room. I saw a glimpse of her, lying on the floor and sleeping. I also heard quiet voices. I backed onto a wall.
"Damn....she joined them...." I sighed quietly.
Suddenly, something grabbed me.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
A silky voice filled his ear. "Gotcha."
Goten turned and looked at her. She had long black hair and her eyes gleaned mischievously. She wrapped her arms tighter around him and pressed herself onto him. Goten breathed shallow breaths and struggled a bit.
"Whatcha doing here, sexy?" She continued with her sleek voice.
Goten squirmed. He had to think fast. His plan was to get her out quickly, but since he was caught by a martial arts legend, he had to change plans.
"I want to join you guys." He finally rushed out.
Aria loosened her group and suddenly attempted to kick him. Goten grabbed her leg and she grinned. "We'll see about that."
"Can I at least spend the night----" Goten was cut off by the door that had flung open.
Chaisiar stormed in angrily then paused when he saw Goten. "What did you drag into your bed now, Aria?" He said mockingly.
Aria ignored him. "This kid wants to join us."
Chaisiar grinned. "So, now we're all going to have some big orgy?"
Aria glared at him. Goten blushed lightly. "No you idiot, he wants to be part of the gang."
Chaisiar looked Goten over. "Alright, let's do the initiation now." He punched one hand into his other repeatedly. "Besides, I need to let off some stress."
Aria held Chaisiar's arm. "You're getting involved?"
Chaisiar grinned. "Sure, why not."
Goten was getting extremely uncomfortable. And Aria didn't really helped. She smiled and hit Goten playfully on his pelvis. Goten backed away into the room. Marc and Gabriel looked up at him, bored.
Aria grabbed him back into the hall. She noted Chaisiar's jealously flash in his eyes. She wrapped her arms around Goten and grinned slyly. Chaisiar shoved Aria off of him and hit Goten in the jaw. Goten got up quickly and dodged another hit. Marc and Gabriel rushed into the hall to see what the commotion was about.
"You freaks!" Chaisiar screamed at them. "The initiation's starting!"
Gabriel and Marc traded confused looks. They then rushed into the frenzy and soon, all 4 were on Goten, beating and kicking him.
Goten, in only slight pain, knew that he could wipe out the entire gang; but knew that it would also mess up his plan. So he let his body go limp and let them bruise him. They finally came off of him. Goten was still standing, and faking painful moans.
Chaisiar smirked. "You're almost in, boy."
Goten nodded slowly. He 'limped' into the main room and spotted Bra. "Can I sleep beside her?" He asked casually.
Marc looked at him curiously. "Why?"
Goten shrugged, "I dunno, she just reminds me of someone."
Chaisiar ignored him. Goten smiled lightly as he laid himself beside Bra's sleeping body. Soon, he fell asleep, drooling on his shirt.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
I wasn't really asleep. When I felt Goten lay beside me, I was surprised. He was more stubborn than I was. I couldn't believe it. He really did love me....he loved me enough to endure the initiation. That had to be the only reason why he joined. Love...that seemed so long ago.
I felt hot tears spring up in my eyes. I cautiously stroked his black hair. It was damp with sweat and I cuddled up closer to him. "Goten," I murmured, "you idiot, why did you have to go and join...."
The room was completely dark and I could see Marc guarding the doorway.
I needed to get out. I couldn't stay here; Chaisiar would probably kill me if he could lash out like he did before. I slapped Goten gently on the head. He grunted and shifted. He opened his eyes lazily, then snapped to attention.
"Bra? What's up?" A sheepish grin rose on his face.
I giggled quietly. He seemed so much more recognizable now, like I've known him forever. I hid my smile and forced myself to keep a straight face. "Goten, I need to get out."
"Huh?"
He was so dumb sometimes.
"They're going to kill me."
Goten turned on his stomach and looked at me. "Chaisiar, right?"
I nodded. Was I in a dream? It was as if he knew me for years....something in my mind cleared; but I was still dillusioned.
Goten got up, picked me up and silently went to the door. He backed against a wall and kept an eye on Marc. He was sleeping. Goten looked at me. I nodded. He sped past Marc and raced out the door. We burst out of that bondage like two doves from a cage. We soared through the air.
Then there we were. Under the dancing stars and in the brisk midnight air. We stopped after we got far away and in an alley. All of the sudden out of nowhere, perhaps the fates or even cupid; we embraced and our lips met. Something clicked. I released my lips for only a moment. ":Boyfriend."
Goten gazed at me and froze time. He smiled gently and put me down on the ground where we sat. Our lips joined again, and this time, the kisses had bittersweet love.
Our souls rejoined that night. With the stars and moon as our witness.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Author's Note:
Wassup? I know I stink as a writer, but please review anyway!