Differences

Chapter 2: Warriors Are Unveiled

Darkness… Looming, ominous shadows stalked behind the warrior. Silence seemed to hover over the entire world. The only comprehendible sound was the rain gently tapping against the hard pavement beneath Jann Lee's feet. But something was different. What was meant to be a peaceful, quiet evening soon became a mysterious, deathly night.

Jann Lee's mind was racing. What was going on? He knew that danger did not lurk far. However, that did not necessarily mean that he could pinpoint its exact location. It was close. But how close? He decided that for now, the question would best be left unanswered… but only for now.

Dressed in a tight, deep blue shirt that boasted off his built muscles, a perfectly fit leather jacket, and jeans, he continued his stroll through the alleyway. His physical appearance seemed clueless and unlikely to realize the intensity of the situation. But on the inside, he was alert and ready for the worst. The only sign that would allow anyone to see him being prepared for battle was the way his muscles began to tighten. Although shielded by the jacket, one could easily see the outline of his power.

There was rain pouring down his entire body, forcing his clothes to stick even closer to him. This made his astounding features even more visible than before. He suddenly came to a halt. For no particular reason, he cocked his head upwards and eyed the sky. Within seconds, the storm's raid on China quickly ended. And for the first time in a long time, he smiled. It was a tiny, crooked half-smile, but nevertheless, a smile. The sight was incredible. The way Jann Lee looked was utterly terrific. His smile grew wider because now he knew that he was bound to get some action.

Crash!!!

"There!" Jann Lee spun around and rushed toward the sound with such an enormous burst of speed. His feet jolted against the cement so quickly that he might as well have been flying.

"No! Get off of me! Leave me alone! Ugh!" a woman screamed. She seemed to be struggling, and he knew that his time was limited. He had to get to her. Now!

"Oh come on, baby. Just gimme one kiss. I prom-" the man was cut short.

As though a shriek of lightning escaped Jann Lee's lips, he knocked the jerk out cold with a dragon kick. "Wutaiii!!!!!"

When his feet reached the floor again, he was in his fighting stance, ready for another attack. But nothing came. "Huh? I could've sworn…"

"Hai!!!!!" Jann Lee swung around in time to see the supposed "victim" strike the remaining attackers with a series of kicks in an almost graceful, elegant manner. Jann Lee stood dumbfounded and stupefied, wondering why on earth he actually believed that his help was needed. When he came, he was hoping for a raging battle. His single kick was basically nothing. He might as well have saved this girl from a punching bag. At least that would have lasted longer.

The members of the gang that were still conscious scrambled to their feet and ran as fast as they could away from the two fighters. Those that just lied there continued with what they were doing.

After the humorous scene ended, the girl turned around to see her savior. She gasped when his face was unveiled. "Jann Lee? What are you doing here?"

"I rushed over to protect you, Lei-Fang. The Tai-Chi Quan Genius." He smirked as he circled around her as though a lion getting ready to snatch its prey. He paused for a moment, "What a pity…" he said sneeringly, and then continued with his hunt.

"A pity? What are you talking about?" she asked with her eyes locked onto his.

"That they would give you such an almighty name. 'Tai-Chi Quan Genius.' If only people could see how you reacted earlier. They'd force you to relinquish your title immediately."

"And what about you? I defeated more of those scums than you did."

"Ha! 'No! Get off of me! Leave me alone!'" he imitated in a voice as high-pitched as he could possibly go. "Sound familiar?"

Lei-Fang's face turned beet red. "Whatever, Jann Lee. I don't have time for this." She walked away while his eyes trailed after her. She turned her head around to get one last glimpse of the man. In her mind she was thinking, Wow… I never realized how handsome he is. Even though he's incredibly cocky, he's so adorable.

"Lei-Fang! Look out!" Lost in her train of thought, Lei-Fang had knocked her head into a streetlight. Jann Lee ran towards her and couldn't help but laugh a little. Her nose had doubled in size and looked as if it was about to bleed. "What a genius you are."

She whimpered a bit and he saw her shiver. He realized that she must've been freezing because she was only wearing a small, light purple tank top and a tiny pair of jean shorts. Her hair was up in a high ponytail with her face completely flushed. He smiled at what he saw.

"Here." He handed her his leather jacket.

She looked at him curiously, amazed by this rare act of kindness. Although quite confused, she was grateful for his offer. "Thank you," she whispered as she wrapped the jacket around her shoulders.

"How's your nose?" he asked, his voice as equally low as hers. He took his index finger and gently placed it atop the bruise on her face. She winced, and he quickly removed his hand afraid that he had hurt her.

"Ow… I think it might be broken. It's okay. I'll be able to get to the hospital on my own." She stood up and removed herself from his grasp.

As she began to walk away, he looked wistfully at the beautiful fighter. Accidentally, words that he didn't expect came out of his mouth. "No! You can't." 

She briskly turned around with a questioning face. "Huh?"

Surprised by what he said, he had to think of something to cancel out his last words. "You'll never make it to the hospital on your own. It's too far. Stay at my house for the night. We'll take a taxi to the hospital first thing in the morning." Now he was shocked. He was supposed to say something like, Oh, nothing. Forget what I just said. Bye. But what did he actually do? At this time, he began to reprimand himself for his foolish actions. What is wrong with me? I invited her over. And for the night! I'm such an ass…

"Okay…" Lei-Fang answered. She was just as taken aback as Jann Lee.

"Really?" He asked with a bit too much enthusiasm.

"Unless you don't want me to."

"No! I mean Yes! Wait. You know what? Just come with me." She laughed as she's never seen Jann Lee act this way before. She liked him this way. She found it amazingly endearing.

They walked together in the moonlight. Lei-Fang held tight to Jann Lee's jacket. It had his cologne on it. She breathed it in deep and could feel her cheeks reddening. The two continued their stroll with their heads down, staring at the floor. Neither wanted to look at the other. So much joy was being emitted from the two's faces. Hope and happiness were in their eyes, their lips formed a smile, and their cheeks were burning profusely.

No one knew what destiny awaited these two warriors. But it was going to be spectacular.

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Author's Note: Hey everyone. Omg, I finally updated. LoL. How long has it been now? A year? Hehe, sorry for the wait. I think I may actually be able to finish this fic. And I may actually be able to do it in less than a decade! Yay for me! LoL! Please review you guys!