This is Andrasani once again. Don't worry about a thing this time. The "children" are outside while I write this. For anyone who reads this, I have a question: Why do we always fear the inevitable? It's just something to think about. This is Tribunal Sacrifice Chapter 2- Neutral Guard Tandem.
I may have put a couple of the TM! characters OOC, so forgive me for that. But it'll pay off when the story picks up later on in other chapters. Don't get me wrong, either. My fav characters on the show are Ayeka and Kiyone. I just wanna know why Kiyone wasn't in the OAV, but was in the Mihoshi Special... it confused the hell out of me. In fact, I'll stop talking so the fic can go on. Oh, and one other thing: thepairings aren't knowns yet.
It was some time before I could ever think to tell her that I cared deeply. Mihoshi was excessively kind for me, but at the same time, was kind to just about everyone she met. However, her current condition worries me. She is still the loveable bumbler from the Academy. Then again, I know my own limits. On the same day, I was promoted to First Lieutenant of the Gamma Core Division 7 of the Galaxy Police. Yes, I too, was an officer. She knew it before any of the students learned. In addition, that is what made talking to her a lot easier. Yes, I was a professor, but having a GP craft was fun, too.
However, with this luxury, I was to speak and only answer directly to Marshal Anderson, whom was, against me for teaching his granddaughter. However, as Mihoshi progressed into one of the best (at the time), he greatly indebted me for my work. Back then; I was "Lone Soldier Scythe", the only officer that was ever able to catch 15 space pirates over a two- week period. It was better for me to work alone.
One day, I had fell for a set-up to kill me. It was involving the Garnithian part of space, so I decided to check it out. It was a set-up to kill me. The Grey Wolf was normally two or three manned squadron... but this time, they brought the heaviest thing findable: Ryoko. She was too strong, even for me. Nevertheless, I knew something, as I realized I was going to lose. She did not want to kill me. She wanted to be free, to never be controlled.
I was severely hurt, and that's when it happened. Three squrdrons attacks my cruiser, making sure I couldn't get away. Just whenI thought it was over... They came from the air, and that's when I dropped to the ground. I woke upon a ship. I was surprised to see whom I did when I first woke up.
When I finally stirred from my sleep, I found my favorite student, Mihoshi sitting next to me, applying a technique that I taught her! I was pleased to see that someone cared enough to find me. However, a single sentence changed everything I thought about myself.
Now, I had retired from the Galaxy Police, and hung my cap at the Academy. I am the Guardian of Time, protector of history and doer of good. I stood with Tenchi Masaki, the crowned prince of Jurai, and I felt as if this flashback would have reminded me of how I once was ill willed and bitter. "Andrew? Are you okay?" he asked.
"Yeah, just fine. I was daydreaming." I lied. "I'll head back with the others." He left and I stood in the hallway, alone. It was time to confront my friend once again. I hoped to never live that nightmare, ever again. I continued towards my room, and found her waiting patiently for me outside the room.
"Are you okay?" she asked. "You seem quite pale, maybe you need some rest."
"Alright. I'll take your advice." I answered. Why not? Maybe some sleep would do me some justice. On that note, I sat down on my bed.
"Andrew?" she asked me. "Are you okay?" I didn't reply at first. I was still mad at myself. I never thought of myself as a hero, even to the girls. I believed with a strong passion, I was cold, ruthless, and evil. Talking to either Tairena or Mihoshi changed that about me.
"Master Andrew? Can you hear me?"
"I'm fine, dear." I finally answered. "I might be feeling a little sick. Maybe I should rest for a while. You shouldn't be so absent-minded, either."
"You know, Kiyone says the same thing to me. She's very nice."
"Ah! You were partnered with one of the best, I see. That's good. If it wasn't for my duties as the Regent of Garnith, I'd be your partner." I answered.
"That would be so much fun!"
"Yes, it would have been." I started. "But something changed that..."
"You mean that incident with Ryoko and the Grey Wolf."
"Yup. Understand, I have nothing against her at all. She just roughed me up pretty well. Mihoshi, I want to know something."
"Hmm?"
"If I were to ask, would you give me an honest answer?"
"Well... yes, I would, I guess, Andrew."
She giggled afterwards. I smiled. Her warm giggle betrayed the seriousness of my tone and my question. I was not totally mean or crude. It was just... I have not been around anyone since Takori. Unfortunately for me (And most of Garnith itself), I remarried her, knowing that she will die soon. But yet, she's my best friend. Damn I hate that! But I love Takori too damn much.
"Whom do you love most?" I asked. She paused before answering. It was probably a tough topic. Hmm... maybe she did like Tenchi. Well... I wouldn't ask about Kiyone... I'm not sick, either. Or, could she possibly love me?
"At first, I really liked you, Andrew. Now, I'm all confused. I don't know whether I love you, Tenchi, or Kiyone. But I'm always around Kiyone and Tenchi, so I'm always worried about you."
"Mihoshi... you could've told me back at the Academy. Or during the time you took care of me."
"I was afraid of being hurt."
"Everyone is. That's why I'll be honest, and let you know anything you want."
"It's you. You're the only one I want to know about. How old were you when you taught us?"
"About 30."
"And then Tairena was born when you were 36, I remember that."
"Ayane when I was 40, and June when I was 45."
"That's when you were injured, between Tairena and Ayane."
"How old do you think I am, Mihoshi?"
"I would say you're like seventy years old." I facefaulted. Only she would know how old I am, she's the only person beside the Marshal that could ever go into my research files. Yeah, but I lost count of my age. It was because I could travel through time. I can't age. I was stuck with a 24 year old's body. I would stay so young, due to this ability.
"Mihoshi, if I asked you to forgive me for-"
"No need, Andrew. You hurt my feelings once before. I don't want you to do it again."
"Father? You mean to say that you two used to date?"
"No, Ayane. Miss Mihoshi and I are good friends. I used to be her teacher a long time ago."
"I'm sorry. It was wrong of me to do such a thing."
"You're back, and to me, that's all I want."
"Then I'll ask again."
"It's you. Please? Can you go through with your promise?" she asked. Those eyes of hers. She remembered. They're so... familiar. No! She could not be! I began to turn away, but I found myself restrained.
"I am... everything except... what I promised."
"No. You're what I want. I can't live without you or Kiyone. Please don't leave me again." She whined. "Master Andrew... you can't leave me!"
"Mihoshi, you know my real name, too." She sniffled and then smiled again. I knew she remembered, because it was only my children that she couldn't be able to say it. "Of course, Dueceyune. Why would I forget? I'm not clueless, just..."
"Unfocused." I finished. "Severely unfocused. Mihoshi, I'll show you a gift I received during my trials as guardian. I was supposed to give this to you. It was made just for you."
"For me?" she asked, "Who is it from?"
"Yup. I don't know who it's from, but " I began the process. What I didn't know was that Mihoshi herself was half Garnithian, it explains her outbursts of emotion... all Garnithians have it. I walked over to my drawer and retrieved It a small cube... a simple blue, holographic cube, which belonged to her. I handed her the cube.
She happily jumped up and down, and simply walked towards the door. The timing couldn't be any better. However, I'm quite happy. I'm reunited with Mihoshi, and I can finally meet Tenchi Masaki, the hero I've been looking for. Maybe Tsunami could also explain what she meant by "History Guardian".
"You should get some sleep, Andrew. We'll talk later, and don't worry, you can count on me!" with that said, she closed the door and left.
How can I sort these feelings? I wonder if she loves me? It's too confusing for me. Several thousand years ago, I wouldn't have ever thought of being a "guardian". Its really irritating! But that's how it all started. That's how I got into this mess. Andrew thought to himself. It's not adultery or having an affair, either. Mihoshi and I have always been like that. We've always been close. But why? Why am I... developing feelings for her?
"Because, that is the destiny the Book of Existence has provided for you."a soft, feminine voice now echoed in every crevice of his mind."I only want you to realize your destiny."
"Who are you?" he asked uneasily. "What are you talking about?"
"Take a guess, Dueceyune," the voice softly added,"I love you so much..."
"Why, Tsunami? Why do you call me by the name? Did you not know I would figure out what it means? You think it's confortable being called the 'Angel of Destruction'" Andrew yelled back.
"I know it hurts. I know that you fear your own name. But why fear what you cannot change."
"I dont like it."
"I want you to join me on my ship, Dueceyune Lazerinith." she said.
"No." his voice was cold and harsh, but the meaning behind it was true.
"Why do you treat the girls and I as a burden?" Tsunami asked. "Do you not care for any of us?"
"Where did you get that from! I love my children more than life itself! How dare you say such a thing! Okay, so you're the Goddess of Light. I can't compare to you." he answered. "I'm a mortal, a good-for-nothing mortal."
"Dueceyune Lazerinith...please..."
"Tsunami... please. I'm not in the mood, okay? Just leave me alone." he retorted. A few moments passed, but he still felt the link between them open. "Why won't you leave?"
"Because I love you, and I'm not going to let you beat yourself up. Please let me into your heart, Andrew. I want to help you. If you want, I'll come to you."
"Then so be it. We'll talk here. You won't leave me when I say leave, then obviously I there's not choice but to accept that." Andrew submittedly added.
From what little we know, the two began talking inside Andrew's room. It is misunderstood as to why she has chosen to visit him, yet her motive seems to be clear. That is all that can be said about the two. Is there more to these two than meets the eye?
Howdy! I decided to repost chapters 'cause I had finally gotten around to doing it and helping out people wasn't on my THINGS TO DO LIST! So, once a week, I'll post a new chapter. Hopefully. I'll be able to keep this up!
-Ja ne, Lady Andrasani