Disclaimer: I do not own DNAngel. All works of this manga belong to Sugisaki Yukiru.

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"Who…who called…my name…?"

Chapter 3

Awakening

"I finally killed him…Such a relief…"

I looked down at the still and cold body that I had destroyed with my own hands. Seeing my father unable to move for the rest of time gladdened me. I knew my mother would definitely not approve of this, but for once, I didn't care what she thought. All I cared was for some sleep. Of course, I had to rid the body before anyone noticed the stench.

"Men…why are they so heavy…"

I brought my legs out from under the unmoving body. For some reason, my energy had returned. I guessed it was because of the suspense between my father and me. After being able to stand, I dragged the body off the bed and looked around the room. For the first time, I examined my surroundings. It was a pretty big room, and a bit fancy at that. It was also bare, which didn't help me much, so I dragged the body and looked out the window. I gasped at seeing how high I was. I was at least 10 or 11 stories up. Green circles surrounded the area, and I thought of throwing the body down in the forest. I glanced around and saw that we were in a almost royal place, with many tall buildings and homes. Yet it looked like that there weren't many people living in the area, so I decided to throw the body down to the trees.

"I just hope no one finds it…Wait, what am I thinking? No one would suspect me…and he's not even me real father, so DNA testing won't work…"

Getting rid of the body, I left the room trying to find a bathroom to wash my hands of remaining blood. Opening the door, I found a long hallway decorated with red carpets and well-drawn paintings. I was impressed as I walked down the long road of crimson. Finding a door labeled "Lavatory", I opened the door to find a even more furnished room. I quickly washed my hands, and continued my tour of the building. I guessed it was an abandoned hotel that was still kept in a good condition. Finding the elevator, I rode down to the lobby, and attempted to leave the hotel.

"Wait, what am I thinking?! I have no luggage, so where am I supposed to go…? Should I go back to Mother…no, she would ask what had happened…I guess I'll just have to stay here for awhile till I figure out everything."

I went back up to a random floor and picked out a comfortable room. Seeing that there was enough of everything I needed, I tucked myself into bed and slowly drifted off to sleep.

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"What are you doing? Let's go home already!"

"There's a light in that old hotel. Didn't you say it was abandoned?"

"Yeah…but that doesn't matter. Even if there is someone there, we can't just go barging in!"

"Well, we've been sneaking into museums for the past year, what's the difference sneaking into an abandoned hotel?"

"There's a big difference!"

"And what would that difference be, may I ask?"

"Ah! Um…"

"See? We're checking it out tomorrow night!"

"What?! No!!"

"Forget it, Daiki! We're breaking in, no matter what you say!"

"But Dark!"

"But, nothing! Now…let's go home!"

"Argh!"

A outline of wings could be seen roaming the night sky. It quickly darted to a certain building, landing softly on the rooftop.

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"Did you get it, did you get it, did you get it?"

"Yes, Mom, I got it. You don't have to be so anxious every night, you know…"

"But it's only been a year since you started stealing!"

"And that's not a long enough time?!"

"Of course not!"

"Ugh…I'm not even gonna bother…"

Daiki trudged up to his room, leaving his mother yelling after him. Entering his room, he found With sleeping on his bed. Smiling, he moved the furry creature aside so he get in his bed. After a few minutes of staring up at the ceiling, a familiar voice rang in his head.

"Sooo…You gonna check that hotel out or what?"

"Dark, leave me alone…I want to sleep for at least an hour. And it would help if you were quiet."

"Well, aren't youthe happiest guyin the world. Well, it doesn't matter if you don't want to. I do, so we're going!"

"Well, wasn't that unexpected…" Daiki let out a sigh and closed his eyes in hopes of sleep. He could feel With cuddling up next to him, and he smiled.

"Tomorrow…something's gonna happen…I can't wait…"

His final words lead him off to sleep, while a certain kaitou was smiling in his mind.

"Yes, something is going to happen…I know you're going to enjoy it…"

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Sunshine disturbed the windows as it brightened the room. I brought the covers over my head, trying to block out the annoying light. Knowing that the light wouldn't go away, I threw off the covers and sat up on my bed. Blinking my tired eyes, I got out of bed, and went to the bathroom that was conveniently inside the room.

"Wait, why wasn't there a bathroom in that other room…ah, who cares…"

After washing my hands and brushing my teeth, (I had found a available toothbrush) I trudged over to the window and looked out. The scene was beautiful. I didn't seem to mind the sun much anymore.

"Ah…so pretty…Now it looks like a lively city…Oh no! The body! If there's people around, someone will find the body! Oh, what am I going to do?! Ok, calm down, Menou. No one is going to find the body…Hopefully…"

Not knowing what to do to pass the time, I wandered through the many floors of the hotel. There were many paintings hanging up on the walls, and each one look to be beautifully detailed. One particular painting caught my attention. I stood in front of the painting, carefully studying every aspect. The painting? Of a simple black cat.

"The artist must of really spent his time on this one…"

The cat…the black looked more like a dark gray. I thought I saw a few faded stripes circling the feline's body. Ah, and the fur…smooth as silk. Those golden-brown silts stood out from the entire painting. Its stance was a sophisticated pose, making the cat look intelligent and cunning. Of course, all animals, large and small, were intelligent and cunning. Some survived on their own, while others were merely assisted by humans. Shaking my head, I brought myself out of my trance, and continued my tour. Looking back, I felt the cat's eyes following my every move…my every move…

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"Wake up, Daiki! Time for school!"

A sarcastic and annoying voice disturbed a certain red head from a peaceful slumber.

"Ah, be quiet, Dark! Just a few more minutes…

"Dai! Time for school! It's already 7:00." His mother was calling from downstairs.

"Wha?!"

Falling off his bed, Daiki lay on the floor with bed sheets on top of him.

"Ow…"

"Well, I guess you can sleep now!"

"…Dark, do me a favor, and shut up for the rest of day."

"Aww…you're so mean!"

"Dark…"

Quickly getting dressed and gulfing down his breakfast, Daiki ran out of the house. He could hear his mom yelling back, "Be back home by 7:52 tonight!"

A quick wave was seen from Daiki, confirming his mother's command. A sigh escaped from his mother's throat as she walked back inside the house.

"I suspect something very dangerous about to occur…be careful, Daiki…"

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A/N: Yay! Another chapter down! And more reviews!!! And, I also accept criticism and flames. I want any ideas you guys might have!!

Kaeru Soyokaze: Yes, I'm vewy proud that Menou killed that little bastard…GO MENOU! 3

psychedelic aya: Glad that you're enjoying the story. And, yes, I have a little plan for Menou and Daiki, meh heh heh…cough Ahem, yes…um…well, please continue reading! 3

everwhite: Yes, I will keep writing! And I think MenouxDaiki is a vewy cute couple 3

Chapter 4: Meeting - Daiki senses something coming, and Menou's freaked out by a cat painting. What's gonna happen? Who knows! And guess a special event! Well, not really special, just look at Chapter 4's title. 3

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