Disclaimer: I don't own Nightwalker but I do own Kitani, Hex, and Sakashima!!!! R&R PLEASE!!!!

Authoress Note: Sorry to leave you all hanging, I ran out of ideas. I'm too good to you guys geez. Well here it is, and a warning: Cain might be a tad out of character but sorry, it has to fit.

Before him, smirking, was . . . . himself. An almost exact copy of himself stood in front of him, his trench coat flapping at his feet. Glass covered the ground, reflecting the gentle moonlight and giving the man an even more eerie look. He smiled at Shido's dumbfounded expression.

"Are you afraid Shido? Or surprised? You're probably wondering who I am and how I came to be. Well you will learn all that in time. I will tell you my name. It's Sakashima." He locked stares with Shido, his eyes pitch black flashing with a golden slit that was his pupil. With a gentle movement, he hooked a loose strand of violet hair behind his ear; it was only shades darker than Shido's.

"You're pathetic," he remarked, taking a few steps forward so he was face to face with Shido. "You are truly unworthy to be a vampire." There was a look of pure disgust in Sakashima's eyes that took hold of Shido and wouldn't let him go. "You are not worthy of this eternal life."

Before he knew it, Shido was on his knees, clutching his stomach. The blow had been lightning fast and had knocked the breath from him. He gasped desperately for breath though he didn't truly need it. Sakashima stood over him, glaring down at him with a burning anger in his eyes.

"I know that I will never be able to take your place in Master's heart and that spot is not what I'm seeking. I hate you because you've disgraced all vampires and caused my Master an eternal heartache that not even Hex, Kitani and myself can fill. Though I do take delight in seeing a smile on his face. He hasn't truly smiled into hundreds of years. Did you know that? Or do you even care?" Another swift kick was dealt to the detective's stomach and he doubled over instantly. "Kitani is the only one who has come even remotely close to filling the void, but I'm not in the least bit jealous. She's been through a lot; she deserves it. Unlike you!!"

Struggling to stand, Shido's heart was wrenching at the very thought, but he didn't see a reason why he should care. The blood was rising in his head. There was a throbbing ache behind his eyes. Blinking and shaking his head, he tried to stop the pain. When he looked back at his double, tears blurred his vision. But why; why was he crying? Did the ache in his head hurt him so much that it made his eyes water? No, the throbbing was fading now. He reached a hand up to wipe his eyes, but there were no tears. The whole world twisted and spun. Swaying where he stood, he stumbled to keep his balance.

"What's wrong, Shido?" The man's voice was far away as the detective shook his head again. He felt his legs buckle underneath him and he fell to his knees, his chest tight and his limbs numb. Sakashima's eyes widen as if he'd seen a ghost and he turned his back to Shido. "Hex!" he called, his voice echoing through the park. Shido covered his ears as the noise worsened his distress. "Hex! Come down here!" His double raised his voice to another painful level. Instantly there was the rustle of leaves and another figure joined them. It was the boy from the park. Though Shido couldn't see him clearly, he knew who it was.

"Yes Sakashima?" The boy's voice was clear and confident. His long rat-tail hung down his back and the red hanging triangle of his single earring jiggled in the slightest breeze.

"Stop it now! What are you doing to him?!" The copy's tone showed obvious concern that hid all out worry. Hex shrugged and snapped his fingers. Within moments, Shido has righted himself and watched the two of them.

"I was only playing Sakashima, you shouldn't get so tense," Hex said in a cocky teenage tone. He received a smack across the face and a glare from the obviously older vampire.

"You don't do that unless Master approves of it first! Does that compute!!" The copy seemed to be defending Shido. But for what reason? "You know you could of killed him! You play with people's minds too much, minds are not play things, though with humans it's a different story, he is one of us . . ." he paused, it seemed that whatever he was going to say was difficult for him to. Hex put a comforting hand on his shoulder.

"I understand Sakashima, I went out of line. I apologize." He turned and began walking away, slipping his hands into his pockets. Shido watched curiously. Why had his dark side protected him?

"Now boys, there's no need to quarrel." A deep rich voice hung in the air, thick with an accent. Cloaked in black, Cain emerged from the shadows and motioned for Hex to come back. The boy walked over obediently and stood a full head shorter than the ancient vampire. Cain turned his attention to Sakashima.

"It wasn't entirely Hex's fault. Shido hasn't fed for quite a while and is more sluggish than normal. His mind was weakened and Hex didn't realize the danger he put our dear detective in." He ruffled the boy's short black hair. "You need to analyze the situation before you use you're talents, okay?" The vampire's tone was strangely gentle as Sakashima walked over to his master and said some small apologies to Hex for slapping him. Shido was lost in an ocean of questions as the scene fell into uncomfortable silence.

"Master," a small voice broke the silence. Kitani nearly stumbled out of the shadows and was instantly supported by Sakashima. "I was so hungry Master, now the world's spinning. What's happening?" Her voice was delicate making her seem so helpless. Walking over, the older vampire hooked one strong arm under her and held her close. Her knees were resting on his hip and her head lay on his shoulder almost completely hidden by his flowing golden hair. She tried to speak but was halted by one long finger against her lips.

"I guess I brought you here for nothing Shido." The detective had been so caught up in the situation, he hadn't noticed Sakashima beside him. The copy handed him a card. He was about to tell Shido something when Cain's velvet voice interrupted him.

"We need to take Kitani home, that's our address, if you need answers or merely want to visit, just come on over. You can bring your human pet and your child if you would like." Silently, he faded off into the shadows followed by Hex and Sakashima. The detective glanced down at the card, then crammed it into his pocket and made his way back to his office.

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