Through the Oddest Circumstance

Disclaimer: I don't own any season of Digimon

Chapter 12: Remember

Pairings: Mimato, Takari, Jenruki, Kouzumi, Kouyako, Taiora, mild Takumi, Ryo/OC and Ken/OC

Takari-san: I managed to get on my Digimon writing again! I was just too busy on my Yoh/Anna Christmas entry but please don't think I'm dead! ^^ Anyway, as promised, this is a Jenruki and Kouyako-filled chapter.

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Remember me…

Those words were what Koushiro Izumi continued to shout in his mind. Wishing that the person in front of him would do such a thing, which was a hopeless cause for her memories have all been erased. If she could not remember who she was herself then what was the chance she would remember him?

 Koushiro banged his fists on the frozen tree tears streaming down his pale cheeks. It began to bleed and any longer it would already get frostbite but he did not care. He was too busy trying to register what was happening – what happened…

There was a tap on his shoulder and he turned around to face his student. She held a confused face, "Tell me mister… who am I?"

He gave off a sigh, "You are princess Miyako… you'll never understand who you were even if I explained it to you…"

It was moments ago he found out that Princess Miyako had lost all of her memories but how? He was yet to find out. He thought of himself as pathetic, even being one of the best scholars in this town, he couldn't find out why this has happened, or how. He was stressed out in every way, though before a scholar like himself wouldn't care if his student were to suffer, before, he would just brush it all off, thinking that there was one less burden in his life. However, princess Miyako was different. Though he wouldn't admit it, she became special to him and a vital part of his life and that… that was another mystery he could not solve.

Maybe it was because of her cheerful and outgoing attitude that lit up his dull and dark life filled with only scientific theories and technology. Maybe it was her bright and warm smiles that would somehow manage to make him stop from his researches and studies to enjoy once in a while. Maybe it was just her, the way she acted, the way she smiled – everything about her. Whatever it was, it made him a more interesting person.

"Why can't I understand?!" she shouted, "I am fully capable of understanding this language!"

"I know but… you're life isn't exactly what I would call simple… please understand. I am trying my best to tell you…" Koushiro told her forcing himself to be calm.

"You are not even telling me anything!" Miyako complain.

"Currently, all you have to know is that your name is Miyako Tachikawa… please stop barraging me with questions until we reach a safe place." Koushiro tried to soothe the furious Miyako.

She was silenced and then said in a soft voice, "Are you sure you are going to tell me…?"

Koushiro nodded, "I am… now, get on my back, it might be a rough route back…" he then gestured for her to get on his back.

"Thank you…" she said as she did so.

After a few steps, she somehow slumbered on his back. Koushiro looked back at her with a pained look then murmured in a wishful tone, "Remember me…"

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"I KNEW IT WAS WRONG TO CONSULT YOU ABOUT THIS!"

There was a slam on the door and Jenrya Lee exited the room of Ruki Makino with an angered face, "Honestly, that guy's not worth it…" muttered the cross-blade wielder in annoyance.

Earlier, Ruki approached him, asking him of what he thought about Ryo – her savior as she calls him. Well, not actually but that's how Jenrya interpreted it. She wanted to ask him what he thought of him because she felt that he was her most trusted friend. Again, it was not exactly phrased this way but more or less how Jenrya understood it. He then told her what she didn't want to hear, he told her that Ryo was not deserving of her and what Mimi would say and of course got the reaction to be expected as he did, he was kicked out of the room or rather, he slammed the door shut and left.

Not having anything to do, he just wandered around the airship that was his home for as long as he could remember. He looked at hidden spots he used to hide in when he was a child – when his life was still so simple and carefree. However, it did tend to be boring but he got his adventure. Ever since the princesses began staying in this castle, it was safe to say that everyday was a new adventure. It is thrilling but still… Everyday, he felt as if they were risking losing someone they love. He found himself sitting on a bench that his father bought because he said it would be useful but rather it just got ancient over the years.

He used his fingers to brush his hair, with that his unruly hair regaining its old neat appearance. He sighed, 'Who would have ever thought that such a fate would be bestowed down upon me? What fate you may ask? It is the fate to always lose the one I love… Once I lost Izumi to Kouji and another was to lose Ruki to that man…' he thought bitterly biting his lower lip until it bled. He loves Ruki Makino, he didn't know why but he just did.

Maybe it was because she was the first female he made in contact with after Izumi for everyone knows that they're not alike, so it has to be something. Why did he love her anyway? There are plenty of females in the world but he still fell in love with her and he didn't care because, loving Ruki was the most clear thing in his life. It is just so sad that she does not love him back.

His train of thought was interrupted when someone tapped his shoulder; he looked up to see a familiar face grinning at him holding up a can, "Want some, Jenrya?"

"Jyou…?" Jenrya said in surprise, it was rare to find Jyou out of his clinic; he practically lives there. He accepted the can and while opening it asked, "Are the patients fine now?"

Jyou grinned, "Yes, they are… I just left the nurses to take care of them. So… you looked troubled, Jenrya-san…" he said taking a seat beside Jenrya.

"Well, yeah…" Jenrya sighed.

"Was it about the battle earlier?" Jyou asked him inquisitively.

Jenrya sighed again, "Yes, somewhat…"

"Or maybe is it because of Makino-san…?" he asked Jenrya curiously.

Blood rushed to Jenrya's cheeks and he spat some of what he was drinking, "Nani…? What made you presume that?" he mumbled to himself quickly.

Jyou gave a hearty laugh, "So it is about her, and also the fight, I presume…?"

"Well, sort of…" He said restraining his blush but failing miserably.

Jyou smiled, "Before I used to be troubled too, especially when I was young. You see, I used to want to be a warrior like Gail-san… but my father only wanted me to be a doctor. Anyway, I didn't have the strength to be a warrior," Jyou then laughed, "Am I boring you?"

Jenrya shook his head fiercely, "Iie Jyou, I know your family has been in my father's service for all you know, right?"

"Hai, as the doctors…" Jyou nodded then continued with his story, "So, I began my services after my father died. Of course, I witnessed many battles, even Gail-san's death… and then I only watched in the background not being able to help. I blamed myself until one time I settled for the next best thing; I just cheered you guys on and then helped you guys…"

"Jyou…" Jenrya said, "It's alright; knowing we have your services and your loyalty…"

Jyou stood up, "Thank you… and I hope my story helped you with your problem…"

"Yes, it did…" Jenrya smiled.

"Well, I have to check what happened with my patients…" Jyou said.

"You go on and do that…" Jenrya nodded then walked away. He has to talk with someone.

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With a pant, finally Koushiro reached are in which the airship was anchored. At the moment he entered, Gon, a lower-thief approached me, "Did something happen, Koushiro-san?"

Koushiro sighed, "Yes… it's too complicated Gon, and I have to take her to rest first. Has her room been cleaned yet?"

The young thief nodded, "Yes, of course… all rooms have been well-maintained even ours!"

Koushiro smiled, "That's great… and thank you for your concern Gon."

The younger thief aided Koushiro in carrying Miyako, "It's good to be of service."

It's odd that in a place that is resided only by thieves, everyone is so kind and nice.

They had finally arrived and Gon left, "Just call if you want food to be served. Us thieves are glad to help." He said with a toothy grin just before that.

Koushiro sat down on a chair beside Miyako, who was currently safe and tucked in bed. He played with strands of her lavender hair, if only she would remember him and he would be perfectly happy.

Why?

He did not know at all but on the other hand… Does everything have to have an answer? Yes, maybe before he would say that but… finding how no man would be able to have all answers… there was no point.

Maybe she is more special to him than others are but he was yet to find out what that was…

Suddenly, she began fidgeting and shaking in her sleep and Koushiro stood from his seat and quickly rushed to her side, "Daijobu? Miyako!"

She fluttered her eyes open slowly, "Koushiro-sempai…?"

Koushiro's eyes widened knowing that he had not yet told the Miyako who forgotten everything his name, "Do you remember me?"

She groaned and toughed her head as she sat down the comfortable bed, "You're the man… that told me you have some answers to who I am…"

"Demo, you called me Koushiro-sempai!" Koushiro told her frantically.

"I did…?" Miyako rubbed her sore head, "Actually, those words just came out of me like a reflex action…"

Koushiro face-faulted, But… it's a sign… "Oh… I see…"

"Why… is that your name? Koushiro, I mean…" she asked him.

"Yes, yes it is…" he replied, "Now… I bet you would want me to answer some of your questions…"

Miyako's eyes lit up and she jumped and hugged Koushiro, "Yes, yes, thank you, Koushiro-sempai!"

The answer to my question… is that… she's so special to me… because… because…

I love her.

However, now is too late.

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Jenrya stood in front of the wooden door, his hands placed on the knob made out of bronze. Yes, he did decide it was better if he did what Jyou did. If he did need to be just friends and allow Ryo to take Ruki, he would… as long as she could be happy. Anyway, in that way he could help her too, even if it's not the best. He knew he couldn't give Ruki any better.

He cleared his throat, 'What should I tell her? Should I act as if nothing happened?' he thought.

'What should I do? What should I do?' the cross-blade wielder thought frantically. He rummaged his mind, thinking of the best way and a way not to be shouted at, kicked out… and all that stuff Ruki would do.

Just as he was about to turn the doorknob, the door was slammed open to reveal Ruki in a not-so-nice mood.

She was about to ignore him and leave him when he caught her wrist.

"Ruki… I'm sorry."

Tsuzuku

Takari-san: Well, that concludes this chapter to the story. I hope you enjoyed it even though it's short and rushed. A merry Christmas to you ^^ and don't forget… R/R

Preview: Chapter 13: Loyalty

After talking it over with the high officials, Yamato has decided to disband their thieves' guild to fight against the kingdom. However, the thieves are determined… And they go to rescue Hikari… MIMATO TAKARI TAIORA KOUZUMI in the chapter