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"Crud!" Ryoga groaned, he'd tried to lead Akane to the market but ended up bringing her right back to the Tendo Dojo. Akane muffled a giggle with her hand and dragged Ryoga inside the house.
"Back so soon?" Soun asked as they walked in, not looking up from a book he was reading. Next to him Genma and Ranma had their own books and were leaning over them. Kasumi walked in with snacks on a tray for them, leaving it on the table and going back to the kitchen.
"Yep!" Akane smiled at Ryoga, who blushed. "What're you guys doing?" She asked, looking over her father's shoulder.
We've decided something's causing us to sing," Genma said. "These books will tell us if anything like this has happened before."
Genma lifted his book. 'Dragonball Z' was written on the title and a spiky-haired man was on the cover. Ranma fell off his seat.
"What're you doing old man?" Ranma got up quickly with an angry expression. Soun looked at Genma with a piercing stare.
"Saotome…you should be reading this!" Soun held up his book. 'Digimon' was on the cover and a kid wearing goggles held up the victory sign. Ranma, Ryoga, and Akane fell over. Genma glared, holding up his manga while Soun responded the same. Ranma grabbed both of the comics and threw them to the side.
"You're supposed to be looking though this!" The raven-haired man held up his book, a guide through spell and other magical things. Ryoga grabbed it and flipped through it.
"Do you have any ideas?" Akane asked. Ryoga pointed to a page in the book.
:::Begin Song:::
(Happy upbeat music plays)
Ryoga: I've got a theory,
that it's a demon! (Squints and looks closer)
A dancing demon-
Ranma: (Studies the page Ryoga is looking at) No, something isn't right there.
Soun: I've got a theory
some kid is dreaming
(Genma stands behind him and waves hands in dance)
and we're all stuck inside
His wacky Broadway nightmare.
Akane: (Looks at her father in exasperation) I've got a theory we should work this out
All: It's getting eerie! (Exchange looks with each
other)
What's this cheery singing all about?
Genma: (Snaps fingers) It might be Cologne!
That evil Cologne!
(Cologne appears in the doorway and
glares at Genma, who sweats nervously and holds hands up in defense.)
Which is ridiculous
'Cause Cologne,
She leads the Amazons.
And she is good
and loves us all,
and women power,
and I'll be over here. (Genma retreats behind Akane who raises an eyebrow at
him.)
Ranma: (Holds up a finger) I've got a theory!
It could be kittens
(Crickets chirp while everyone stares at Ranma oddly as he grins sheepishly, rubbing the back of his head)
Akane: I've got a-
:::Fast rock beat starts:::
Ranma: (Makes air guitar motions) Kittens aren't just
cute like everybody supposes
they've got those narrowed eyes and twitchy little noses!
And what's with all the meowing?
What do they need so much attention for anyways?
(Sparks fly from the ground)
Kittens! Kittens!
It must be kittens!
(Akane hits him upside the head and the special effects stop. Ranma gives an
apologetic look and shrugs.)
:::Happy upbeat returns:::
Ranma: Or maybe Shampoo? (Cologne glares at him, making him sweat)
Akane: (Shakes her head in exasperation)
I've got a theory,
Akane and Ryoga: we should work this fast.
Cologne:
(Looks at Genma, still upset with his earlier comment.)
Because it clearly could get serious
before it's passed (Cracks her knuckles meaningfully, causing Genma to gulp.)
Kasumi: (Walks in the room and stands at the center
of them all.) I've got a theory-
::: Inspiring music plays:::
Kasumi: It doesn't matter.
(Looks at Ranma) What can't we face when Ranma is there?
What's in this world that he can't weather? (Looks at everyone as if daring an
argument)
Strong fighters?
We've all been there.
The same old curse,
why should we care?
All except Ranma: (Gather around Ranma)
What can't he do if he gets in it?
He'll beat them through within a minute.
He'll have to try
He'll throw the dice
It's do or die
Ryoga: (Grins at Ranma) They'll have to kill him twice.
All except Ranma: What can't we face if Ranma is there?
Kasumi: (Echoes) What can't he face,
All except Ranma: What's in this place that he can't weather?
Kasumi: (Echoes) What's in this place?
All except Ranma: (All place hands on Ranma's shoulder)
There's nothing he can't face (All separate and go to seats.)
Ranma: (Sags in a seat.) Except for
kittens.
::: End Song::
"Well that was fun," Kasumi stated, giving Ranma a smile as she picked up the dirty dishes.
"Yes it was," Soun agreed and, as soon as Kasumi left, turned to Ranma. "NOW GO FIND WHAT'S CAUSING THIS!"
"Wait a second Soun," Cologne interrupted, moving between the two. "I've discovered something about what's going on."
"And what's that?" Soun asked. Everyone nodded, curiosity arising in him or her.
"The fool Kuno has somehow managed to cause all this," The aged woman explained. "The spell should wear off soon but I warn you to be careful, these songs we sing seem to reflect our hearts."
"What d'ya mean ghoul?" Ranma asked. Cologne looked Ranma in the eyes.
"Because of these songs you don't have to worry about Mousse attacking you, or Shampoo marrying you," She said. Ranma looked as if several weights had been lifted from him, he even smiled a bit.
"Why?" Akane asked. Cologne sighed.
"It seems Shampoo really did harbor feelings for the blind boy," She sighed again. "And the Amazon rules state one man per woman, and that man must be the one she desires most. Sorry Ranma, but she chose him over you."
Ranma shrugged. "I'm happy for 'em."
Ryoga walked over to Akane. "Um…Akane…I was wondering…."
"Yes Ryoga?" Akane turned to the lost boy.
"There was a restaurant nearby that recently opened, but I'd get lost on the way there," Ryoga said sheepishly.
"That sushi bar? You want me to go with you?" Akane asked. Ryoga nodded, a blush appearing on his face. "Okay Ryoga," She said, grabbing his hand and walking off.
"Shouldn't you be stopping them?" Happosai asked, having walked in after they'd left. Ranma shrugged, it had taken a while and some effort on his part to finally accept that Akane didn't have any feeling for him. It still left a twinge in his heart when he saw her with Ryoga, the guy she'd confessed to liking, but he'd support her as long as she was happy. If Ryoga hurt Akane though…the lost boy had better stay lost, for his sake.
"Nah, it's her life," Ranma said. "Let her do what she wants with it." Happosai seemed to be in a dilemma, he didn't know if he should run after Akane and Ryoga, if he did his precious collection would be left unguarded. Happosai finally deemed the panties more important and ran off to his room.
* * Dr. Tofu's office. * * *
Tofu sat at his desk with the some papers nearby, some papers that stated everything about the ownership his house. Rubbing his forehead and sighing he began scribbling on a blank sheet.
Dear Kasumi,
I'm always going to regret leaving Nerima, so many things have happened here and I know that New York isn't going to be the same. I'm leaving my old house to you, I've no need of it and it will cost more to sell than I'll gain and am willing to pay. Make good use of it
Love
always,
Tofu Ono.
After sealing the envelope Tofu walked outside gave it to a man waiting there.
"Make sure Kasumi gets this as soon as possible," Tofu said, digging through his pack and handing the man two more envelopes. "These are for Ranma and Akane." The postman nodded and took off, leaving Tofu to his things.
"I'll miss you all," He sighed and picked up his suitcases, putting them in the trunk of his car before getting in and driving off to the airport.
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So I made up an Amazon rule, that's why it's called FAN fiction.
Bye bye Tofu! Why'd I get rid of him? Well it's mainly because he doesn't contribute to the story and I plan on using his, now Kasumi's, house.
One more thing! The reason I had everyone singing praises to Ranma, even Ryoga, was because the songs reflect what's inside, and I think they all truly believe in Ranma.
That's all! Review!
-Dreamwriter
