*Ranma ½: Ranma's Brother Series*
Legal Garbage: All the characters in this fan fic are copyright of Rumiko Takahashi and Shogakukan Inc, etc, etc, etc. I don't own them; I'm just borrowing them for the time being and will return them later. The only characters that don't belong to Viz or Rumiko are my own created characters Setsuna Saotome and Yu Long. Copyright laws apply to these characters, I created them, please don't use them unless you include my name and that THEY ARE MINE! Standard warnings for fan fics. YOU'VE BEEN WARNED!
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*word* = An action
name/name = said in unison
{word} = Thought
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Part 6: The Prize Reviled, Shampoo's Heart
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Time seemed to slow down for Shampoo when Ranma and Setsuna fired their final attacks towards each other. When the two attacks collided, and Ranma went flying, all Shampoo could hear was the sound of Ranma's body crashing into the wall. Her heart sank, Ranma had lost and she now belonged to Setsuna. She looked over to Setsuna, who hadn't moved at all since the fight had ended, his eyes were so focused on Ranma's fallen form so intensely that he looked like an wild animal when it has cornered its prey. Again the wind blew; Setsuna got to his feet and started to walk towards Ranma, motioning to Genma for help. The two brought Ranma into the house and placed him on the couch. Setsuna turned away from Ranma and shot an evil glare towards Cologne.
Setsuna: Well… are you satisfied? Are you glad that we nearly killed ourselves?
Cologne: Be calm child, I-
Setsuna: *cutting Cologne off* "Be calm"!?! You had us nearly destroy each other, and for what? Tell me, what possible purpose could you have had to have of do this?
Cologne's eyes turned to Shampoo, who quickly looked to the ground. Setsuna looked at Shampoo, she seemed sad that Ranma had lost. He walked over to Shampoo and placed a hand on her shoulder.
Setsuna: *smiling at Shampoo* Hey, why are you sad, don't tell me this is the first that Ranma has lost a fight, is it?
Shampoo: *still looking at the ground* No, no is first time Ranma lose. Is just…
Cologne: *stepping forward* Setsuna, Shampoo is now your fiancé.
All: NANI!?!
Everyone's eyes kept darting from Cologne, to Shampoo, then to Setsuna. The fight hadn't been to see who was the stronger fighter was, but to see who would be Shampoo's new future groom. It seemed to now be Setsuna. Setsuna's mind was reeling, how could he have let this happened. It was all so clear now, Shampoo's reaction when she found out that Ranma had a brother, the reason why Cologne and Shampoo showed up at the house. It all made sense now, to Setsuna at the least. He now understood why Shampoo looked sad, she knew what would've happened if Ranma had lost. Setsuna turned his eyes to Cologne, who was also looking at him.
Setsuna: You would put Shampoo through all this, just to fulfill some daft Amazon law?
Cologne's eye focused angrily on Setsuna, not to happy about the Amazon law being called daft.
Cologne: This was necessary to determine Shampoo's groom.
Setsuna: *getting angry* Your law is more important then your own grand-daughters feelings? You disgust me.
Before Cologne could respond, Setsuna got up and started to leave. Nodoka got up quickly and rushed over to Setsuna to stop him.
Nodoka: *worried* Where do you think you're going Setsuna?
Setsuna: *back to his normal manner* Just out for some air and to clear my head, that's all. I'll be back, don't worry mom.
Setsuna left the dojo to take a walk around town. While in the dojo, Shampoo had yet to move. Cologne glanced at Ranma's lying form, then to Shampoo.
Cologne: Shampoo, I want you to go after Setsuna and talk to him.
Shampoo: *still looking at the floor* Yes, great-grand-mother.
Akane and Nabiki walked over to Ranma to see if he was alright. From first glance, Ranma looked pretty battle-scared. Although, upon a closer look, the two girls noticed that, for the most, Ranma didn't have to many bruises.
Nabiki: Looks like Setsuna-baby was pulling his punches.
Akane: Seems that way, but the power he had in his dragon attacks was scary.
Cologne hopped over to Akane and Nabiki, and also looked Ranma over.
Akane: Cologne, do you know anything about the style Setsuna used.
Cologne: Unfortunately, I do not know much about the Omni Dragon School, but what I do know is that all those who learn from that school usually only master, at the most, two different styles.
Akane: *a dawning clear in her face* And Setsuna knows more then two.
Cologne: Yes, and I believe that he knows six of the nine styles.
Soun: What are these styles?
Cologne: In the Omni Dragon School of Anything Goes Martial Arts, there are six commonly used styles, two "god" styles, and one ultimate style known only as "The Omni". There is a master for each of the styles, except for the two "god" styles and ultimate style.
Akane: *perplexed* How come there are only six masters in this school?
Cologne: That is because the other three styles can not be controlled. Allow me to name all the styles that are able to be controlled, the Kaze Ryu, Hi Ryu, and the Mizu Ryu styles are all of the styles you've seen Setsuna use, but I'm certain that he also knows the Mori Ryu, Shiroi Ryu and Kuroi Ryu styles as well.
Genma: So what are you trying to say exactly?
Cologne: I am saying, that even with Ranma's uncanny ability to quickly adapt to his opponents style, Setsuna can easily switch to any one of his other styles and keep Ranma at bay with the powerful dragon attacks…
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Setsuna walked through the streets of Nerima trying to clear his head, it wasn't working. All he could think about was Shampoo's sad face, he hated to see women sad. Setsuna walked on until he heard the sound of footsteps hurrying to him. Setsuna turned to see Shampoo jogging after him.
Setsuna: Shampoo? What are you doing here?
Shampoo: Great-Grand-Mother sent me to find you.
Setsuna: I see *Setsuna begins to walk away*
Shampoo: No wait *Shampoo grabs Setsuna's arm*
Setsuna: *not looking at Shampoo* Shampoo, tell me, why do you really want to be engaged to Ranma?
Shampoo was taken aback by the sudden question. She knew why, of course, he bested her in combat, it was the way her Amazon law, he was cute, and he loved her, even if he didn't show it.
Shampoo: Shampoo want to marry Ranma because he good strong man, beat even Shampoo. Ranma love his Shampoo, and Shampoo love Ranma.
Setsuna's face blanked, was this girl serious? To Setsuna, Ranma only thought of Shampoo as a friend, but she thinks he loves her just because he bested her in a fight. Setsuna knew he was be giving a genuine opportunity to set Shampoo straight. He knew it would take some time, but he wasn't going anywhere anytime soon.
Setsuna: That's it?
Shampoo was stunned by Setsuna's response. What was that suppose to mean, she wondered.
Shampoo: What you mean, "that it"?
Setsuna: I mean, are those your only reasons why you wanted to be engaged to Ranma?
Shampoo: What more Shampoo need?
Setsuna: Well, I'm not claiming to be an expert on love and romance or anything, but when has Ranma shown you affection?
Shampoo: Ranma always show Shampoo affection, when ever he see Shampoo he give me big hug.
Setsuna: Ranma does? Or do you throw yourself onto him?
A sudden look of dawning crossed Shampoo's face, but Setsuna could tell that she wasn't about to give up Ranma, not by a long shot. Now if Setsuna could find some other guy who was strong, and crazy about Shampoo it might be different. As Setsuna contemplated the situation, he started to hear footfalls rapidly approaching him. Setsuna turned around in time to duck under a white robed figure
Mousse: SHAMPOOOO!!!
Mousse's face impacted with Shampoo's fist and made a sound that Setsuna could've gone with out hearing.
Shampoo: What you doing here Mousse? Who watching shop?
Mousse: Shampoo, what do I have to do to show you I love you?
Shampoo: *motioning for Mousse to come closer* Shampoo tell you, *Mousse leans in and Shampoo yells in his ear*
Setsuna: *Looking at Mousse* That wasn't exactly nice Shampoo.
Mousse: *quickly getting to his feet* Who are you and how do you know my precious Shampoo.
Shampoo: This Setsuna, Mousse.
Setsuna: *extending his hand* Setsuna Saotome, pleased to meet you Mousse.
Mousse: *shaking Setsuna's hand* Oh, pleasure to meet you too.
Setsuna: Well, I hate to greet and run, but I've got to get going, later Mousse, Shampoo.
Mousse: *smiling* Oh, farewell then.
Shampoo: Bye Setsuna.
Setsuna: *as he leaves* Later.
After Setsuna turned the corned, heading in no particular direction, Mousse turns to Shampoo, but then suddenly realized the name that was told to him, Setsuna SAOTOME? Then that meant…
Mousse: *Looking off in the direction that Setsuna had left* Shampoo, was that…
Shampoo: Yes, Mousse, that Ranma's brother, his older brother…
Mousse: *fear slightly evident in his voice* Have they fought yet?
Shampoo: *looking at the ground once more* …yes…
Mousse: And Ranma…
Shampoo: He no longer Shampoo's groom…
Mousse: When did they battle?
Shampoo: Today…
Mousse shuddered slightly, if Setsuna was able to defeat Ranma and not have any marks on his body… Mousse didn't want to finish his thought because it even scared him. Now he felt that his dream was even further out of reach then ever. If he couldn't defeat Ranma, what chance did he stand against this Setsuna. Although, unbeknownst to Mousse, Setsuna was working on a plan to get Shampoo and him together as he walked on.
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End of Part 6
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Author Commentary: It looks like Cologne knew a few things about the Omni Dragon School, but not enough to help the Tendos of Saotomes. Setsuna seems to have some sort of plan to help Mousse achieve his dream, but what about Shampoo, what's going to happen to her. Now typically, this is the part where in get hurt by one of the cast member, but not today. A man can only take so much before he says enough is enough. Of course if I am attacked again, who knows what might befall the Ranma cast. Since I'm in control of the story, their lives rest in my keyboard. *A tap on the authors shoulder gets him to stop typing, he turns around a see the entire cast of the Ranma ½ series standing there.* eep… *author runs for his life as the entire cast chases after him, ready to beat humility into him. Setsuna walks up to the keyboard and begins to type* "Until next time Ranma fans…" *looks off towards the giant mass of people chasing the Author* "If there is a next time." *smiles* "Goodnight."
Next Time on Ranma ½: Now Things Get Interesting.
Legal Garbage: All the characters in this fan fic are copyright of Rumiko Takahashi and Shogakukan Inc, etc, etc, etc. I don't own them; I'm just borrowing them for the time being and will return them later. The only characters that don't belong to Viz or Rumiko are my own created characters Setsuna Saotome and Yu Long. Copyright laws apply to these characters, I created them, please don't use them unless you include my name and that THEY ARE MINE! Standard warnings for fan fics. YOU'VE BEEN WARNED!
Key: */*\* = Scene change
*word* = An action
name/name = said in unison
{word} = Thought
/word/ = Different language
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Part 6: The Prize Reviled, Shampoo's Heart
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Time seemed to slow down for Shampoo when Ranma and Setsuna fired their final attacks towards each other. When the two attacks collided, and Ranma went flying, all Shampoo could hear was the sound of Ranma's body crashing into the wall. Her heart sank, Ranma had lost and she now belonged to Setsuna. She looked over to Setsuna, who hadn't moved at all since the fight had ended, his eyes were so focused on Ranma's fallen form so intensely that he looked like an wild animal when it has cornered its prey. Again the wind blew; Setsuna got to his feet and started to walk towards Ranma, motioning to Genma for help. The two brought Ranma into the house and placed him on the couch. Setsuna turned away from Ranma and shot an evil glare towards Cologne.
Setsuna: Well… are you satisfied? Are you glad that we nearly killed ourselves?
Cologne: Be calm child, I-
Setsuna: *cutting Cologne off* "Be calm"!?! You had us nearly destroy each other, and for what? Tell me, what possible purpose could you have had to have of do this?
Cologne's eyes turned to Shampoo, who quickly looked to the ground. Setsuna looked at Shampoo, she seemed sad that Ranma had lost. He walked over to Shampoo and placed a hand on her shoulder.
Setsuna: *smiling at Shampoo* Hey, why are you sad, don't tell me this is the first that Ranma has lost a fight, is it?
Shampoo: *still looking at the ground* No, no is first time Ranma lose. Is just…
Cologne: *stepping forward* Setsuna, Shampoo is now your fiancé.
All: NANI!?!
Everyone's eyes kept darting from Cologne, to Shampoo, then to Setsuna. The fight hadn't been to see who was the stronger fighter was, but to see who would be Shampoo's new future groom. It seemed to now be Setsuna. Setsuna's mind was reeling, how could he have let this happened. It was all so clear now, Shampoo's reaction when she found out that Ranma had a brother, the reason why Cologne and Shampoo showed up at the house. It all made sense now, to Setsuna at the least. He now understood why Shampoo looked sad, she knew what would've happened if Ranma had lost. Setsuna turned his eyes to Cologne, who was also looking at him.
Setsuna: You would put Shampoo through all this, just to fulfill some daft Amazon law?
Cologne's eye focused angrily on Setsuna, not to happy about the Amazon law being called daft.
Cologne: This was necessary to determine Shampoo's groom.
Setsuna: *getting angry* Your law is more important then your own grand-daughters feelings? You disgust me.
Before Cologne could respond, Setsuna got up and started to leave. Nodoka got up quickly and rushed over to Setsuna to stop him.
Nodoka: *worried* Where do you think you're going Setsuna?
Setsuna: *back to his normal manner* Just out for some air and to clear my head, that's all. I'll be back, don't worry mom.
Setsuna left the dojo to take a walk around town. While in the dojo, Shampoo had yet to move. Cologne glanced at Ranma's lying form, then to Shampoo.
Cologne: Shampoo, I want you to go after Setsuna and talk to him.
Shampoo: *still looking at the floor* Yes, great-grand-mother.
Akane and Nabiki walked over to Ranma to see if he was alright. From first glance, Ranma looked pretty battle-scared. Although, upon a closer look, the two girls noticed that, for the most, Ranma didn't have to many bruises.
Nabiki: Looks like Setsuna-baby was pulling his punches.
Akane: Seems that way, but the power he had in his dragon attacks was scary.
Cologne hopped over to Akane and Nabiki, and also looked Ranma over.
Akane: Cologne, do you know anything about the style Setsuna used.
Cologne: Unfortunately, I do not know much about the Omni Dragon School, but what I do know is that all those who learn from that school usually only master, at the most, two different styles.
Akane: *a dawning clear in her face* And Setsuna knows more then two.
Cologne: Yes, and I believe that he knows six of the nine styles.
Soun: What are these styles?
Cologne: In the Omni Dragon School of Anything Goes Martial Arts, there are six commonly used styles, two "god" styles, and one ultimate style known only as "The Omni". There is a master for each of the styles, except for the two "god" styles and ultimate style.
Akane: *perplexed* How come there are only six masters in this school?
Cologne: That is because the other three styles can not be controlled. Allow me to name all the styles that are able to be controlled, the Kaze Ryu, Hi Ryu, and the Mizu Ryu styles are all of the styles you've seen Setsuna use, but I'm certain that he also knows the Mori Ryu, Shiroi Ryu and Kuroi Ryu styles as well.
Genma: So what are you trying to say exactly?
Cologne: I am saying, that even with Ranma's uncanny ability to quickly adapt to his opponents style, Setsuna can easily switch to any one of his other styles and keep Ranma at bay with the powerful dragon attacks…
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Setsuna walked through the streets of Nerima trying to clear his head, it wasn't working. All he could think about was Shampoo's sad face, he hated to see women sad. Setsuna walked on until he heard the sound of footsteps hurrying to him. Setsuna turned to see Shampoo jogging after him.
Setsuna: Shampoo? What are you doing here?
Shampoo: Great-Grand-Mother sent me to find you.
Setsuna: I see *Setsuna begins to walk away*
Shampoo: No wait *Shampoo grabs Setsuna's arm*
Setsuna: *not looking at Shampoo* Shampoo, tell me, why do you really want to be engaged to Ranma?
Shampoo was taken aback by the sudden question. She knew why, of course, he bested her in combat, it was the way her Amazon law, he was cute, and he loved her, even if he didn't show it.
Shampoo: Shampoo want to marry Ranma because he good strong man, beat even Shampoo. Ranma love his Shampoo, and Shampoo love Ranma.
Setsuna's face blanked, was this girl serious? To Setsuna, Ranma only thought of Shampoo as a friend, but she thinks he loves her just because he bested her in a fight. Setsuna knew he was be giving a genuine opportunity to set Shampoo straight. He knew it would take some time, but he wasn't going anywhere anytime soon.
Setsuna: That's it?
Shampoo was stunned by Setsuna's response. What was that suppose to mean, she wondered.
Shampoo: What you mean, "that it"?
Setsuna: I mean, are those your only reasons why you wanted to be engaged to Ranma?
Shampoo: What more Shampoo need?
Setsuna: Well, I'm not claiming to be an expert on love and romance or anything, but when has Ranma shown you affection?
Shampoo: Ranma always show Shampoo affection, when ever he see Shampoo he give me big hug.
Setsuna: Ranma does? Or do you throw yourself onto him?
A sudden look of dawning crossed Shampoo's face, but Setsuna could tell that she wasn't about to give up Ranma, not by a long shot. Now if Setsuna could find some other guy who was strong, and crazy about Shampoo it might be different. As Setsuna contemplated the situation, he started to hear footfalls rapidly approaching him. Setsuna turned around in time to duck under a white robed figure
Mousse: SHAMPOOOO!!!
Mousse's face impacted with Shampoo's fist and made a sound that Setsuna could've gone with out hearing.
Shampoo: What you doing here Mousse? Who watching shop?
Mousse: Shampoo, what do I have to do to show you I love you?
Shampoo: *motioning for Mousse to come closer* Shampoo tell you, *Mousse leans in and Shampoo yells in his ear*
Setsuna: *Looking at Mousse* That wasn't exactly nice Shampoo.
Mousse: *quickly getting to his feet* Who are you and how do you know my precious Shampoo.
Shampoo: This Setsuna, Mousse.
Setsuna: *extending his hand* Setsuna Saotome, pleased to meet you Mousse.
Mousse: *shaking Setsuna's hand* Oh, pleasure to meet you too.
Setsuna: Well, I hate to greet and run, but I've got to get going, later Mousse, Shampoo.
Mousse: *smiling* Oh, farewell then.
Shampoo: Bye Setsuna.
Setsuna: *as he leaves* Later.
After Setsuna turned the corned, heading in no particular direction, Mousse turns to Shampoo, but then suddenly realized the name that was told to him, Setsuna SAOTOME? Then that meant…
Mousse: *Looking off in the direction that Setsuna had left* Shampoo, was that…
Shampoo: Yes, Mousse, that Ranma's brother, his older brother…
Mousse: *fear slightly evident in his voice* Have they fought yet?
Shampoo: *looking at the ground once more* …yes…
Mousse: And Ranma…
Shampoo: He no longer Shampoo's groom…
Mousse: When did they battle?
Shampoo: Today…
Mousse shuddered slightly, if Setsuna was able to defeat Ranma and not have any marks on his body… Mousse didn't want to finish his thought because it even scared him. Now he felt that his dream was even further out of reach then ever. If he couldn't defeat Ranma, what chance did he stand against this Setsuna. Although, unbeknownst to Mousse, Setsuna was working on a plan to get Shampoo and him together as he walked on.
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End of Part 6
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Author Commentary: It looks like Cologne knew a few things about the Omni Dragon School, but not enough to help the Tendos of Saotomes. Setsuna seems to have some sort of plan to help Mousse achieve his dream, but what about Shampoo, what's going to happen to her. Now typically, this is the part where in get hurt by one of the cast member, but not today. A man can only take so much before he says enough is enough. Of course if I am attacked again, who knows what might befall the Ranma cast. Since I'm in control of the story, their lives rest in my keyboard. *A tap on the authors shoulder gets him to stop typing, he turns around a see the entire cast of the Ranma ½ series standing there.* eep… *author runs for his life as the entire cast chases after him, ready to beat humility into him. Setsuna walks up to the keyboard and begins to type* "Until next time Ranma fans…" *looks off towards the giant mass of people chasing the Author* "If there is a next time." *smiles* "Goodnight."
Next Time on Ranma ½: Now Things Get Interesting.