GOMEN NASAI!!!! I haven't uploaded in the previous week (I was supposed to post up two once again T_T) because my mom corrupted our computer and I couldn't access to it for almost 2 weeks!!!! I couldn't even continue this crap!!!! I'm cursed! I'm cursed!!! *gets shot in the head by a sniper rifle*

*gets revived by untested elixir* Well…anyway…nobody cares (except me, I, myself, my alter ego, my clone, my twin, my reflection, my shadow…*gets hit on the head by an anvil then run over by a military tank*) Okay! Okay! I'll stop now!!!

Now!!! May I present to you…drum roll please…CHAPTER THREE!!!

Disclaimer: Aren't you guys tired of reading disclaimers? I'm tired of typing these, you know. Hikaru no Go is copyright of Shueisha and Studio Pierrot; created by Hotta Yumi and Obata Takeshi.

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CHAPTER THREE

            I don't need you either!

They entered a sushi store. Unfortunately, they couldn't enter the ramen shop because of Sai's previous mishap so Hikaru was left with no choice but to follow Waya to his favorite sushi bar.

Hikaru and Waya watch as all the plates that pass Sai vanish in a split second.

Waya took out his wallet and peered in it. Damn…I don't have enough money for this! , He turned back to the dark-haired go genius. He grew sweat dropped. This guy looks like he hasn't eaten anything for a thousand years!!!!

Hikaru's jaw dropped. Sai could eat this much?! He's beaten me by a mile!!!! , He put his hand over the pocket where his wallet was. I hope Waya's gonna pay for this.

"Hey." The red-headed pro whispered, "You're gonna pay for everything he ate!!! He's your guest!!!!" He nodded his head towards Sai. "What's the matter with that guy? He eats as though he hasn't eaten for a thousand years!!!!" he exclaimed sardonically, unconsciously raising the decibels of his voice to level that Sai would hear quite clearly.

For the first time in about twenty minutes, Sai dropped his utensils, letting the food pass the other pros and beamed brightly at Waya. "Hey, how did you know that? You're still as witty as ever, Waya-kun!!!!" he exclaimed in pure honesty as that is his nature.

"Wha-?" Waya blinked, amazed at how childish this older guy can be.

Hikaru flinched. A th-th-thousand years?! , he wanted to go to a wall and bang his head. Why does Waya have to have such precise instincts?!

"I haven't been eating for a thousa-"

Hikaru clamped his companion's mouth tightly much like the way Sai used to do to him. "Don't listen to him! He's a bit crazy up here!" he pointed to the side of his head and made a circular figure with his pointed finger.

"I noticed that." Again, Waya noticed the weird way Hikaru was acting…how nervous and jumpy he was…too UN-Hikaru like. Surely, – if he asks any question – his friend wouldn't just let something slip that easily by the way he was acting. So, he decided to go with the flow and see what happens. He'll get answers, no doubt.

Sai picked up his chopsticks and darted for another plate but Hikaru stopped him. "Hikaru~!!!!" he whined, half-pouting and half-angry. "I wanna eat more!!!! You know I haven't eaten anything for about a thousand years!!!!!!!" he whispered.

The young pro shook his head, "That's you're fault!!!! Besides, you're gonna leave me bankrupt, you know?!" he scolded his dependant. "Com'n now. We're leaving." He said in a firm voice that made Waya think of his mother.

Sheesh…Shindo like this…is waaaay too eerie. He acts like a parent!!!! , Waya forced a smile and gave a small wave when Hikaru glanced at with the nervous look he had been keeping ever since that 'Fujiwara Saino' came. He felt pretty sure that that wasn't his real name.

Both Hikaru and Sai stood up simultaneously. "Uh, Waya?" Hikaru called, "Let's go back to the institute now. Fujiwara-kun, here, is gonna go and explore the town, riiiiight?" he darted a sharp look at Sai, who just nodded helplessly.

They paid for the food and left; Waya and Hikaru going to the right and Sai to the left.

The go genius tugged Hikaru's shirt, "Hikaru…I still don't have money to-"

Hikaru sighed. He pulled out his wallet, took out some cash enough for a ride home and some snacks then thrust the wallet towards the childish go player. "Here. Just don't use all of it for food because if you do, then…" he put on an ominous voice that was sure to frighten this guy, "You'll never be able to play go!"

Sai's scared face was shown then a solid face of mocking seriousness replaced it. He gave a salute, turned towards his way and walked in a robotic manner. "I will not spend this for food! I will not spend this for food! I will not spend this for food!!!" he muttered to himself.

Hikaru chuckled a bit then went after Waya.

"What was that all about?" Waya asked, not bothering to look at the other's face.

"Oh that? That's nothing. I just told him something." The dual haired pro grinned widely, finally regaining back his true self because of the loss of weight from his shoulders.

"You know what? That Fujiwara guy reminds me of somebody…you know that?" he muttered in a fake carefree voice, "I don't know. I think it's somebody I played with in the internet!"

Hikaru stopped in his tracks. He gritted his teeth and closed his eyes tightly. Please let him pass it…

"I'm probably just dreaming, ne? Shindo?" He put on a playful smile, happy with the reaction Hikaru gave to him.

He nodded casually and resumed back to the Hikaru he was.

Shindo is too predictable and he reacts too much! This'll be so damn easy! , A smirk formed on the corners of his mouth.

"There he is, sir!!!!"

Sai turned around and looked at the man who shouted. He quickly pivoted his head in front of him. Oh God…it's the owner of the ramen shop!!!! , he started acting stiff and walked as briskly as he can.

"Hey! You there!" another voice shouted but Sai didn't dare to look back and just kept walking as casually as he can, which isn't much because the stiffness of his legs gave away his nervousness and fear.

Finally, a hand grabbed him from behind.

The genius go player looked at the one who grabbed him. What did Hikaru say these people were called? Uh…placemats? Er…I don't think so…uh…what was it…? Palace man? Poland?, his index finger unconsciously pressed on his chin as a sign of his thinking.

"That's him! That's him, officers!!!! He's the one who left without paying!!!!"  The owner pointed accusingly at Sai.

"OH!!! I know! I know!!! You're policemen, aren't you? Right? Right?" Sai nodded fervently, failing to notice the angry store manager beside them.

The two police officers nodded, sweat dropped. "Well, sir, this man here is claiming that you didn't pay your orders in his store. May I ask for your name, please? And pay for the meal you ordered so that we won't get into further trouble." the first officer conjured up a handheld notebook and a pen then tapped the ballpoint on the pad.

"Sa-!" he started but an image of Hikaru's scolding face entered his mind. He shook his head vigorously. No, no! I can't say my real name!!! What was it that Hikaru called me?

"Sir, your name please?" the second officer repeated.

AHHH!!!! , He slapped his forehead. Why didn't I listen to Hikaru???? , "I forgot." He said meekly.

"Uh…sir-"

"Pay me back, you thief!!!!!!" the owner went into a rage once more.

The two officers calmed the accuser down.

Sai reached for the wallet in his pocket, carefully opening it and peeking at the stash of cash inside (which isn't much). He took out a bill and looked at the number posted on it. Why did they change the money in the first place? They're just making people puzzled!

A contented smile breached from the store manager's face. He went to the dark-haired go genius and snatched the bill away. "Thank you, sir. If you had paid me in the first place none of this would have happened." He folded the cash in half.

Don't use all of it for food because if you do, then…you'll never be able to play go! , Hikaru's voice rang through Sai's head, echoing back and forth. His jaw dropped and a shiver raced down his spine. Without thinking about the consequences, he snatched back the bill, putting it carelessly back into the wallet.

"Hey! You give that back! That's your payment for eating in my store!!!!!" he shouted back, trying to get his payment but the childish player hugged the wallet tightly like a teddy bear.

The two police officers went behind the owner, convincing Sai – once again – to pay back his fine but with the thought of not being able to play go, he became too much of a hardheaded person.

"IYADA!!!!!!" Sai screamed, "Go away!!!! If I give you money then I won't be able to play go!!!!!" he tightened his grip as the three men approached him more with demanding stares.

The first officer put a hand on the genius go player's arm, which turned out to be such a big mistake.

"NOOOOO!!!! LET GOOOO!!!" the dark-haired man threw his hand backwards, causing his grip on the wallet to lessen.

This caught the attention of every passerby within a twenty meter radius.

But Sai didn't notice that – if he did, he didn't have a care. He just kept squirming away like a dog who's gonna be taken to the veterinarian to get his shots.

"Officers, I'll pay for him." Said a young boy with raven hair. He took out his wallet and gave the money to the owner. It was Touya Akira.

The commotion calmed down and subsequently ceased. The by-standers continued on their way.

"You know him?" asked one of the policemen, fixing the position of his cap.

Touya nodded, "His name is Fujiwara Saino. I'm sorry for the trouble he has given but he just came from abroad and hasn't been able to adjust with the sudden changes of his surroundings. Please forgive him." He made a formal bow, which was god enough to convince the officers and the owner to leave and let the situation be.

The two officers gave Sai and Touya a slight salute, "Well, a good day to you both. And Fujiwara-san?" he called, "You're nihon is very good for someone coming from abroad." Then they left the two alone.

Touya sighed. He wasn't used to lying to anyone but, in this case, he was desperate to know who this guy is – or was. He had overheard Hikaru calling him Sai…the internet player who was known to be undefeated so far…the one who caused a stir in the amateur tournament last year…the one who defeated him in net go…and the key to solving the mystery within his rival. He didn't care if he was going to miss his two games this afternoon. Those weren't important and he could always catch up any time he wanted but this…was probably a one-in-a-million chance.

Touya turned to face Sai but only found his sneaking away from him. "Uh…Fujiwara-san? Onegai shimasu, I need to talk to you." He said very seriously but Sai didn't want to get in trouble with the latter pro.

Sai just stood up properly and zoomed away from Touya.

"Wait! Onegai!!! Come back!!! Don't run away from me!!!!" Touya followed, brisk walking at first but he found it insufficient to keep his prey in sight. Without further a due, he chased Sai in a full run.

Hikaru glanced at the goban beside him. Touya was supposed to be playing there but twenty minutes has passed and he still hasn't shown up; he isn't even the type of person that becomes late or forgets – especially if it concerns go.

His foe cleared his throat. He jerked back his head to the goban, quickly taking a stone and placing it on the spot that would surely block his opponent. The 2-dan's eyes grew wide; he hadn't anticipated that move and, seeing that Hikaru wasn't completely focused, he figured he might take an easy win but…this beginner-dan was far better than he expected.

Again, Hikaru's eyes wandered to the other goban. He saw his rival's opponent stand up and approached the table to record and default win. He could see the smirk pasted on that guy's face.

I'm gonna beat this guy once we face each other! , Hikaru stared, eyes narrowing. He's just lucky that Touya's not here!

I wonder…where did he go? I just hope he comes tomorrow for our game.

Touya entered his father's go salon.

"Oh, Touya-kun? Your games are finished already?" Ichikawa looked curiously at the young boy. She noticed an older man behind him, tagging along happily, "Uh…you brought another friend?" she asked, staring the dark-haired man.

Touya nodded with a half smile, "Yes." He said, going to the table he usually used with Sai tugging along with him.

Ichikawa followed the young pro with her eyes. She pondered about the answer Touya gave her, not knowing if he meant that for the first or second question she asked.

The young pro sat in the chair and looked at Sai as he sat eagerly across him. He didn't know how he did it but he had convinced him to come. With just the word 'Igo', he was able to make Sai stop from his steps and, instantly, the guy he was chasing freely came to him with childish antics. If he didn't know well enough, he's say that this guy's a kid.

"Nigiri." Touya muttered but his opponent had go stones clutched inside his right hand.

Sai got black.

Hikaru got back home. His mother greeted him and offered supper but he passed. He instantly dashed towards his room, hoping that Sai would be there.

"K'so…." He muttered, throwing his backpack to the side.

Sai wasn't there. He knew he wouldn't be but still he hoped. "Sai should be here NOW!!!!" he complained to himself but he knew it was mostly his fault for not telling the said go genius to go back home once he had finished playing. He didn't even showed him the way back home…or even told him the necessary pointers. Still, he'd never take full fault and he felt slightly better to be able to blame someone else than himself.

But now that he had thought about the situation…did Sai ever stop playing go?

It was already late in the evening and Sai had been playing go for three hours straight. He had been very careful about disguising his technique but whatever he did, the winner of the match was decided.

Touya's eyes widened in shock. The emotion he felt when Hikaru had beaten him two years ago rose back into his whole body. His arms started shaking; he had no control at all. He had lost.

Sai looked at Touya, feeling guilty about slicing this gifted player in half. He didn't want to be asked about anything at all so he stood up, put the stones back in their caskets and left without turning back at his opponent. He didn't know why but…he felt like he wouldn't be able to answer anything without Hikaru with him. It was as though he had lost himself when he was separated from his former host.

Touya took a deep breath and sighed. That game Fujiwara Saino showed was incomparable…. He was beaten completely with the biggest loss he had ever gained since he started as a pro.

Ichikawa approached him and patted his shoulder. "Touya-kun, do you want me to drive you home?" she asked softly, seeing clearly that he was in such grief.

The young boy posted a forced smile on his lips. He gave a slight shake of his head and stood up, "No thanks, Ichikawa-san. I'll be walking home." He made a small bow then left.

That play was surely disguised…but no doubt…he is Sai.

The night was deep. For the first time in a thousand years time, he felt the wave of sleep pass through him. Sai walked, almost dragging his feet in every step, towards the place he recognized as home. His thoughts of worrying and fear had left him and all he could think about was sleeping in a nice comfy bed.

"Where in the world have you been?!?!?!" Hikaru exclaimed in a half whisper. He had his arms crossed and was leaning on the door behind him. He obviously had been waiting for this man.

But Sai ignored him – or rather, he couldn't hear him. He was too tired and this new – and old – sensation was overpowering his every move. I guess this is what Hikaru feels every night I force him to play me…. Sleeping must be a good experience…after a thousand years.

"Sai!!! Listen to me!!!" Hikaru shouted as Sai entered his house and went up his room. His mother's head popped from the kitchen and looked suspiciously at her son. Good thing, Sai was already out of sight.

The dark-haired go genius dropped on his ex-host's bed and fell deep into sleep in no time.

Hikaru grumbled. I guess being ignored isn't such a good thing after all. I wonder how Sai could stand this. , he took out a cushion and laid it beside his bed. He glanced at Sai then back at the cushion. "Stupid Sai." He muttered as he grabbed a blanket and covered his friend with it. "I should be the one sleeping there." He complained but, still, his actions gave him away. He settled down the mattress and slept with no protests.

"Hikaru!" Sai called, prodding the sleeping figure on the floor. "Hikaru~!!!" he insistently shouted once more.

Hikaru sat up, rubbed his eyes and yawned. "Nani?" he mumbled, looking at Sai with half-asleep eyes. He stood up and stretched his arms a little. He yawned once more but the memory of the previous night, jolted him awake. "What happened?!" he shouted.

Sai shook his head, clueless of the question given to him.

"What happened yesterday?! Why did you come home that late?!?!?!?!" Hikaru inquired like a mother hen. He felt the anger from the previous day surge back into his senses.

"Don't be so angry, Hikaru!" the Heian go player whined, "Touya and I just played go in his father's go salon. He was better than the last time we played!" he exclaimed with such enthusiasm.

"YOU WHAAAT?!?!?!?!?!" the young blonde exclaimed, his voice having both anger and horror to the fullest.

"Hikaru?" his mother's voice came from below, "What's happening there?"

But she was never answered.

Hikaru paced back and forth in his room. "Touya would KNOW!!! You know THAT!!!! How could you have been so STUPID and CARELESS?!?!?!?!?!?!" he rattled on, not caring about the attempts of apology Sai was making. "Don't you ever think about other people?! What am I talking about?! All you ever think about is GO and GO ALONE!!! You don't care if I get in trouble, huh?! YOU'RE–! "

"YAMERO!!!!!" Sai shouted back. He stood up in anger and irritation. "Why should you care?! I'm not in YOUR body anymore!!! I can take care of myself!!! Most of all, I don't need you to play for me ANY LONGER!!!!" he yelled at the top of his voice.

The young go pro recoiled in shock. Sai had never been this angry with him. In fact, they had never had any fight that sent both of them shouting. But…the things Sai said…was true. He wasn't need at all.

Sai felt the pang of regret pierce him. He didn't mean to shout that way at Hikaru but he couldn't take it anymore. He had always been shouted at and ignored by his former host and what was wrong with trying playing go? However, when he looked at Hikaru's darkened face, he felt like he just lost an important game. "Hikaru…I…"

"Go." Hikaru opened the door behind him. Still, he didn't look at Sai, "Just go. You said you didn't need me then I don't need you either! So, GOOD BYE!" he pointed out of his room.

The taller man hardened his face, seeing clearly that his friend didn't care either way. "Good bye to you too!" he spat back and left the room. He met Shindo-san halfway down the stairs but he took no notice of her and briskly walked out.

Hikaru clenched his fists tightly. He was half-expecting Sai to apologize and plead to stay but the opposite thing had happened. Besides, he could never take fault.

Shindo-san came to him but Hikaru ignored her.

His eyes became watery. He bit his lip, trying to stop the tears from falling but he failed. He put an arm across his face to cover the tears that fell from his eyes.

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There! Another chapter down!!! And looky!!! I've changed the theme too!!!! Anyway, thanks for the reviews you guys have sent! This is for you!!!

Oh and sorry about those who have read this yesterday.... I just noticed a mistake and am changing it…. So, please, read it again.

I'll be creating the next chapter right after I upload this one. Please review, okay? I know it might be OOC because I just can't seem to get into their characters quite right and the manga was already licensed T_T (the world has ended!!!!!)

And to the HnG authors, who are reading this, please continue or create more fics because…you guys are…my inspiration….

*gets clobbered by a passing herd of bulls* Okay! I won't be sentimental anymore!!!! But really! You guys are my inspiration!!! *gets blasted by a humongous laser beam from outer space*

I'll keep quiet now.... I don't think I can take anymore attacks…*gets thrown by a stone* Hey! Stop that! *gets rained by stones*

I'll shut up. (Why am I being attacked in this chapter????? Does it really suck that much?????)