Shadows of Darkness: Darkness's calling.

This wind whispers in my ears I can hear him calling my name from the darkness into the light. I can only see his light... that guides me home.

Akira turned to face Harmony and Shelveron.
This ends now.
I don't think so Akira.
She became aware of a dull pressure in her head. It was making her vision blur. Her steps were unsteady. She could hear Trunks screaming her name but darkness pulled her down.

In blindness all I see it your smiling face. Guide me home.

She came to and there was nothing but a vast space all around her. It was dark but there was an ethereal glow from somewhere.
she called into the darkness.
There was no answer. She curled up in a tight ball. They thought they could trap her within her own mind then they had another thing coming. Magic began to swirl around her. Long flowing wings spread from her back. Blanking out her mind she focused on her target. His name rang in her mind. Her eyes turned into their deep blue color. Her anger flowed outwards bathing the world in light. Finally she was able to break free and see day light.
Getting up she was ready for a fight.

Turning she saw Pan was the one that called her name. Slowly moving she went over to the girl.
He won't wake up Akira.
He was still breathing but barely. Suddenly movement caught their attention. Everyone came rushing out to see what's going on. Akira unsteadily picked up Trunks and looked at Pan.
I have to take him some where else.
She winced in pain.
Take care of him Akira.
She nodded and leapt into the sky before she could be interrogated. Flying as fast as she could she headed for Kami's Look Out. Landing heavily Dende was there to greet her.
Can I stay until I get him back?
Of course. Any friend of Nail's is a friend of mine.
Thank you.
She half carried half dragged the Prince up to the bed she stayed in before. Laying him down she stood back.

Wincing she curled up next to him. Her back was against his chest. She wrapped his arms around her. See you in Dream Time my Prince.

Dream Time

She looked around not seeing anything but a dark forest.
she called out.
There was no answer. Looking around she was getting worried. He should be here. She moved forward trying to get a grip on the situation.
Suddenly a harsh scream came from a northern direction. She knew who it was. Spreading her wings she leapt into the sky. Feathers made a trail as she leapt forward.
I'm coming Trunks.

To you I rush in order to live a life that I've dreamed of for so long... I hope that I'm not to late....

Her wing beats were heavy in her ears. She landed in a clearing. Trunks was tided to a pole with his hands above his head. There were claw marks all over his body. Blood was slowly dripping down the pole. Slowly inching forward she realized this was to easy. Growling was head all around her.
Akira there's three of them, he called out.
Looking towards him she could see something shining in his eyes. One of the creatures leapt at her while she was staring. Easily she knocked it away. Changing swiftly into her fox state she was ready to attack. Getting down low to the ground she leapt up and the creature attacked. With a quick bounce she was one the creatures back. Her sudden weight on it's back threw it off balance. It crashed into a rock knocking it unconscious.
The other two decided to attack why she was trying to recover herself. Breathing heavily she knew time was running out for the both of them. They both tackled her at the same time. She went down under their weight. Trunks was struggling to get out of his bonds to help her.
Akira hang on.
She kicked them off of her. Heading towards Trunks she leapt up on top of the pole and cut his bonds. He rubbed his raw wrists and looked at the threatening creatures with hatred burning in his eyes. Akira dropped down beside him. She wrapped her arms around him. He rested his head on her shoulder.
We can rest once I get you back to the real world, she whispered in his ear.
A sword appeared in her hand.
Let's finish this so we can go home.
The third beast was waking up and getting ready for attack. Trunks to end this we have to kill all three of them. Their dream beasts. Their meant to enslave the person's dreams their in.
All right we can do this.
They attacked as one. Two beasts fell under their wrath. The third was a bit more difficult to take down. Trunks ended up with claw marks running down his back and Akira received some across her stomach and back. They finally took it down. Finally the world around them melted and darkness over took them.

Akira came to and groaned. Turning herself so she was facing Trunks his blue eyes were open and staring at her. She winced knowing the wounds of the dream time had been carried over.
Akira where are we?
On the Look Out.
Maybe we should get Dende to help us.
Yeah maybe.
You called guys?
Yeah we were hurt in dream time and it carried over.
He quickly walked over and healed the pair. Akira got up once she was healed.
Where are you going Akira?
I need to do something before anything else happens.
Akira be careful.
He pulled himself to a sitting position on the edge of the bed. He caught her hand before she could get very far.

Trunks pulled her forward into a passionate kiss.

To memories past nothing is quiet as sweet as a kiss... blind love guides me to my destiny...

She backed away and leapt out the window. Landing gracefully on all four kitsune feet. Stretching like a large cat she paced out into the middle of the look out. Raising her head up she could smell the setting sun. It's time to face my destiny I guess... She thought sadly.
A heavy wind sprang up and hit her in the face as she looked over the edge of the Look Out. It knocked her back once it took physical form. Slowly she got up to see Shelveron ready for a fight. Harmony landed beside him.
Now you are finally ready.
Yes, I am.
Transforming into her sayjin state she stood up. Shelveron didn't give her enough time to prepare for an attack.. He leapt forward and knocked her back.
Come one Akira let that rage go.
If you say so.
With her head bowed she allowed the power to flow around her in a silver circle. Her deep amethyst eyes turned to blue and her hair to white. The Look Out shook with the force of her power.

On Earth...

Everyone that could feel the energy spike their head jerked up. They looked at the person next to them and nodded their head. The team leapt up to go defend the Earth once more.

On the Look Out...

Trunks shook his head as Akira got angry again. Her power was incredible he had never felt such power. He leapt out of the bed and out the window to land next to Dende to watch the impending fight. Shelveron and Harmony attacked Akira at once. This didn't daunt her she still fought as if they were nothing now.
You invoked this power and I will end it now!!
Shelveron just laughed at her.
This won't be over until he is dead and that will be accomplished before this battle is over.
Akira looked around and noticed Harmony was no where in sight. She had a dagger covered in magic to Trunks throat.
It's to bad you didn't take me Trunks because if you had you wouldn't be in this predicament.
Why is that?
Because Sayjin prince when you take someone other than your destined mate you've doomed the Earth to a bleak and dark future.
I don't understand.
You weren't meant to. It's safe to say that you won't be able to mate with anyone much less Akira.
Are you saying she's my destined mate?
Of course. Why do you think her elders sent her to you? To be your slave? Keep dreaming.
Turning around fully Akira was about ready to kill Harmony when an energy blast hit her from behind. Shelveron was trying to get her attention but it wasn't working. Her full attention was on Harmony and the threat she posed to her prince. Her long silver wings were mantled.
This ends here.
Leaping forward she vanished from sight. Harmony felt a sense of dread wash over her. She pushed Trunks forward into the blade. A thin line of blood began to appear on his skin. Blood began to bead.
Shelveron didn't have time to warn her before Akira was behind her. With a quick jerk she was able to snap the girls neck. The blade fell to the ground as her fingers lost their grip on it. Harmony's body slid to the ground with a light thud. Trunks went to one knee the magic was taking hold of him. Shelveron began to laugh.
It's to late Akira he's ours now. He has to do as I say. Your first task Prince Trunks is to kill Akira.

Pan was the first one to arrive on the Look Out. When she heard the words, Kill Akira. She saw red. This wasn't suppose to happen. Akira and Trunks were to be together. The others came up beside her. Gohan had enough sense to restrain his daughter from attacking. This had long since not been their battle anymore. They were just observers in the great scheme of things. Everyone stood on the edge of the Look Out waiting for what would happen.
As you command master, Trunks said with no emotion.
Akira let her anger flow from her and with it her power. Trunks went into SSJ mode. With sad eyes Akira watched Trunks leap for her. It was useless to fight back. She didn't want to hurt him. If she really wanted to with a thought she could stop him. Her heart told her she couldn't do it even when her head screamed to.
I'm so sorry my prince. I failed you.
He started for a half a millisecond then resumed the attack. Trunks was able to throw Akira to the ground. He was sitting on her stomach while his hands pinned her arms to the ground beside her head.
Fight me, he growled.
She looked up into his deep green eyes. They were deep but dull. There was no emotion in his eyes either. Her vision blurred as tears formed into her eyes. A single tear trailed down the corner of her eye and dropped onto the pavement.
No, I cannot and will not fight you my Prince.
Shelveron was laughing at this.
There is no way to break this Akira. He's mine. Trunks finish her off quickly before anything else happens.
Trunks leaned forward to whisper in her ear.
To this day there is no remorse for those of a pure heart.
She looked at him in confusion. He winked at her. A slow smile escaped her before it hardened into an angry look of hatred.
Your nothing Trunks without your sayjin powers. When this is over you'll be a pile of dust.
That's what you think, he said loudly then whispered. My princess.
He leaned over to kiss her. Tears slipped down the side of her face.

There is no time for sadness now... when darkness looms over our head. No more sadness will consume me.... I have my prince.

She pushed him away.
This will end today for all eternity.
Her power flared up to it's full force. Her hair and eyes changed. Though the colors were now different. Her hair was long and silver. And now her eyes were a deep silver. Her wings were now pure white the tips of the feathers were silver.
She paced forward with a predatory gleam. Suddenly she stopped she smelled the air. Cursing lightly under her breath she turned to the smirking Shelveron. Without thought or planning ahead she went strait for Shelveron's throat. He was unprepared for this rage or power. Her claws buried themselves into his shoulders as she brought him down. Now in her fox state she growled at him. Her eyes changed from one color to another within the blink of her eyes.
Akira that is enough! a voice shouted.
She turned slightly to look at the voice and snarled a small bit. A creature that stood 6'7 with red skin and black hair on his head stepped forward. His tail flicked back and forth. He had pointed ears. He was the head of the Galactic Space Rangers. They monitored the peace of the planets in almost every Galaxy. They didn't reside here because of the Earth Special forces team. The silver badge glistened in the sun light. She backed up. Other rangers got out and handcuffed the outlaw and dragged him to the ship.
This isn't over yet Akira remember that, Shelveron snarled.
I know, she whispered to herself.
Turning she faced the leader of the GSR.
So Akira what do you have to say for yourself?
I was defending these people from Shelveron.
You were not asked to. Your mission was to defend the Silver Galaxy.
She stood there with no expression on her face or in her eyes. And for gods sake turn into your half breed state.
Akira did as she was told. Trunks was confused on why Akira was taking this from this idiot.
What do you have to say for yourself?
I was defending my prince as my mother dictated. My job comes second to him.
You are a Galactic Ranger before anything else no matter what your worthless mother said.
Akira changed into her fox state again and began to growl a very dangerous growl. The leader of GSR was getting white around the edges. Drool was dripping from her fangs and her eyes were turning into a deep crimson. She was getting down into a crouching stance. Trunks knew she was ready to fight this idiot for insulting her mother.
Akira I command you to stand down.
I don't think she's listening after you insulted her mother.
Her mother was a worthless demon and her father just as worthless if not more so.
Vegeta raised an eyebrow.
Are you implying that all sayjin are worthless?
All sayjin and demon are worthless and the halfings even more so.
Dad this isn't your fight even though he insulted your entire race, Trunks said quietly to his father. This is her fight.
Tacall you've gone to far. First you insult my mother then my father then you insult the entire race of sayjins you're on dangerous grounds here.
From who you? You couldn't of take Shelveron down by yourself unless we had come.
I could of finished this by myself.
Sure you could have.
He turned his back on her. Now you will return to the Silver Galaxy to protect like you were ordered.
She's not going anywhere with you, Vegeta said.
And you are?
I am Prince Vegeta.
Ah, the Prince of all sayjins. The worst of the worst.
Vegeta was seeing red. Anger veins began to appear on his forehead and fists. Goku and the others stepped forward too. Trunks stood in front of Akira.
So Akira you've finally found the place you wish to reside.
She slowly nodded knowing there was a catch to her release from the GSR.
Very well then but you know the price.
I do.
What would that be? Trunks asked concerned with what the answer might be.
A test of strenght, loyalty and love.
Akira stepped forward ready to complete this so called test.
I'm ready.
You are to go to the deepest reaches of the Caterian Galaxy. There is a tyrant there killing everyone for no reason.
Oh great a tyrant great. What else is new?
I am told his is the son of Frieza himself.
Everyone choked on that one.
Frieza? Huh? That wuss. I could take him down in a heart beat.
His son is way stronger I heard. You will begin your journey as of tommorrow. That will give you enough time to say your goodbyes.
Tacall turned and headed for the ship. The doors closed behind him.
Sir don't you think that's a bit much for her? Shelveron asked as he got out of his chains.
No, she defied us by coming here.
I hope she lives long enought to return to her prince.
What would you care?
Because any father would.

Akira looked around at all the pensive faces. It was starting to give her a headache with all the tentsion in the air.
Don't worry so much guys.
You're going up against Freiza's son.
she shrugged not caring at this point.
Good luck Akira, Goku said with a small smile.
Thanks Goku.
Sure thing kid. Be careful Freiza was a handfull the first time.
I will be. Becuase now I have something to return to.

In HFIL

Freiza let out a sinister laugh as he heard the entire conversation. Piccolo hit Frieza on the head.
That's enough Friezer.
She'll be dead before she even gets there.
No one cares about your damned son, Frieza, Cell commented as he moved a monopoly peace. It's your turn Nameck.

Akira watched as all the people but those that lived on the Look Out left. Only Trunks remain of those who didn't already live there.
I'll miss you.
Akira don't...
She stopped what he had to say by placing a finger on his lips.
I can't if I want to live with you for the rest of our lives beloved.
Akira I want to go with you.
No, I don't want to loose you. Like his father and grandfather and even his uncle before him he'll use you against me. I can't risk that.
I want to rish it.

He stopped her by placing a passionate kiss on her lips.
Akira I am going with you.

Akira was not going to be daunted by this stupidy. She turned into her fox state and leapt off the Look Out. Her wings took her towards a water fall that seemed peaceful. She stood on a cliff that over lookes it. Her ears laid back in sadness. She leapt down into the water and let the coldness cool down her extremly high body temperature. Climbing out slowly she laid down on the bank and whined. Getting up and changing back she sat there not paying attention.
I know you want me as much as I want you.
Trunks you still can't go with me.
What is it that makes you think that I can't help.
Trunks the only way that you can help me is by letting me go alone. There is no room for error Trunks.
She began to get up but he grabbed her wrist and pulled her down in his lap.
Akira send the night with me.
Trunks I...

His eyes had that puppy dog shine in them. He began to nuzzle her neck.
Trunks let me go before I snap.
Go ahead snap.
Trunks if we do this now I'll go into battle pregnant and do you want that?

Damn it let me go. Trunks I want to carry your child but not like this.
Do you love me?
Yes, then I'll trust you to bring both of you back alive.
Trunks the slightest thing could ruin that chance. I don't want us to loose our first child to someone like him.
Trunks picked her up as he got up. Akira's reserve was breaking quickly. She was shaking from all the tension that was forming in her gut.
Don't be so nervous, he whispered into her ear.
I won't come back Trunks.
Yes you will. Besides wouldn't you being pregnant with my child wouldn't that make you stronger?
I wouldn't know.
What about the light thing?
I don't know Trunks you ask questions to things I can't answer.
But I can. a female voice said.
They turned to see a ghostly white fox. Her tail swished back and forth. Her ears were trained on the pair.
And you are? Trunks asked.
I am Akira's mother.

Akira was blushing at her position.
Don't be ashamed daughter.
Akira told Trunks to put her down and that she would get back to him on his offer.
It was nice meeting the mother of my love.
Like wise my son.
Trunks left Akira to talk with her mother.
Don't refuse him because you're afriad of the future. Now is all we have we can't be sure of the future Akira. And as he said it will make you stronger. The baby is part of the light and that gives you a better chance.
I don't know.
Akira you have to make your choice.
Akira sighed heavily not wanting to face this yet.
Good bye my daughter my time is up.
Bye mother.
The fox vanished and she called Trunks back.
So what was the verdict?
You better watch out stud because you're mine.
She tackled him and they began to play fight. Trunks was able to pin her to the forest floor.
Akira I'm sorry about before.
Baby it's in the past leave it there. Besides we only have so much time.
Then lets get started if you're ready for this? he purred.
I've been ready ever since I laid eyes on you.
Trunks kissed her neck. She purred deeply.
Next morning...
Akira woke to the sun streaming down on her face. Trunks was still asleep. She gently shook him awake.

Trunks I have to go now.
Good luck. Hey wait a sec maybe my grandpa can help you get there faster.
How's that?
He built a ship awhile ago.
All right.
They quickly got dressed and flew towards CC. They reached there with little trouble. Dr. Brief quickly surrenedered the capsule.
Good luck.
Thank you sir.
Trunks was watching her get ready to leave. She now carried a small broad sword across her back. She was working on the control pannels setting the cawordantes.
Be careful Kira.
I will bright feather.
She finished up.
I'm ready to go.
She gave him a kiss before pushing him out. He went to stand at a safe distance. Sitting down in the drivers seat she hit the go button.

To the world... I await you return...