Wild-Roze: Kay, well, u ppl seem to like this fic, so I'm going to update it, btw, im going to be away all next week skiing, so I there won't be any updating for a while, enjoy, R&R.

Disclaimer: I don't own Beyblade, but, I do own all of my OC's in this fic, and this plot.

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Rodeo Romeo Chapter 3

She was so comfortable, warm, and there was a feeling of security all around her. Outside the cave, a skylark began its rise into the cloudless skies, its song trilling across the plains, only the add tree or dry patch of spiky grass disturbed the dusty flatness of the ground. The sun was heaving itself over the brim of the mountains, and a new dawn broke over the wild territory.

She woke at a slow, leisurely pace, taking her time, reluctant to leave the deep folds of sleep she had tangled herself so snugly in. Slowly, as consciousness began to seep into her mind, she became aware of a pair of strong arms locked protectively around her naked body, and a smooth, muscled torso pressed up against her spine.

She listened to his breathing, it was shallow and regular. Gently she eased his arms away and slid out of bed, she glanced back to make sure she hadn't disturbed him, squeaking in sock as her navy eyes met with his crimson ones.

"How long have you been awake ?" She breathed, quickly pulling a coyote skin around her body in an attempt to shield herself from his stare.

"Since you began to stir a few minutes ago." He said, turning away from her and pulling on his clothes. She looked down at herself, her memory was hazy, she remembered is hands on her but...

"Did you ...."

"No, don't insult my honour by suggesting that I would break my word." He said shortly.

She fell silent and looked down absently at the hard ground for a moment ten, looked around for her clothes, all she had was the erotic underwear that he had made her wear, so, grudgingly she pulled them on.

Kai watched her silently, as she struggled to tug on her clothes, while holding the skin around her to conceal her body. She was quiet, Kai hoped desperately that he hadn't crushed her fighting spirit already, he would be sorely disappointed if that was the case.

There was only one way to find out.

Just as she finished pulling the bra straps over her shoulders, he came at her from behind. He turned her around and forced her down so he lay above her on the skins. He smirked as a mixture of fear, and barely concealed excitement shone in her eyes.

He allowed is fingers to trace down her neck to her breasts, leaving a trail of goosebumps in their wake, and taking a surprising amount of pleasure from the small gasp of desire that escaped her.

"You will be mine Little One." He said. Is hands still exploring her, rendering her silent. He bent, kissing her forcefully, pleasantly surprised when he felt no resistance, before standing and exiting. Aruna lay still, watching him as e swung up onto Dranzer, and galloped away.

She let out a long, shuddering sigh, which she didn't know she had been holding. She could still feel his warmth above her, and her skin still tingled from his touch. What was it about him that affected her like this? When he had kissed her, why hadn't she resisted.....bitten his tongue or something.......She slowly stood up, when the realisation that she had been left alone hit her. Her heart pounded as she realised that this was a wonderful opportunity to escape. But surely he would expect that. Or, perhaps, he figured that she was too stupid to think of that.

Either way, now was the best chance she would get. She quickly picked up the coyote skin she had used to conceal herself earlier, and wrapped it around her body, then, went to Kai's supplies and took a full canteen, some bread, and some dried meat, she stuffed them into the bag which had first held her underwear, and set out onto the plain.

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In the daylight, it was far easier to see the black splodge on the horizon which was a town. Aruna didn't know whether it was Deadwood or not, but she immediately set out towards it. From the cave it only looked about 10 miles, but, as Aruna learned, looks could be deceiving.

As she walked under the baking sun, she swiftly burned on her bare shoulders and cheeks, having packed the skin into the bag as well after growing too hot, the rest of her body, which was not so subject to the Sun's rays, gradually began to bronze. She cursed her lack of shoes, how could she have forgotten such a base thing?! Soon her feet grew sore and blistered, and she had to stop several times.

Te sun had risen to its peak before she stopped for a while, she took out the canteen and took a swig. Instantly, se spat it out, it was not water, but a concoction which tasted of almost pure spirits. She cursed, and replaced it in her bag, and started off again after eating.

Unfortunately, eating only made her thirst worse, so, se sucked on a small stone to keep her mouth moist.

The Sun began to sink, and se cursed, the town still looked so far away, she would have to stop for the night. She made for a clump of sharp grass, but paused, her heart thumping, as she heard, the ominous owls of the coyotes. Glancing around, she saw about seven of the vicious animals a little way away, they had clearly picked up her scent.

She gasped, and turned and started running. Because of her blisters and fatigue, she couldn't go very fast, and running was possibly the worst thing she could have done. Her movements caught their attention, and with an ear-splitting howl, the case began.

Breath caught in Aruna's throat, they were swiftly gaining on her. Se didn't want to be killed from behind, and there was nowhere to hide. She was going to die. So, she suddenly stopped and turned around, her move surprised the creatures and they slowed, spreading out to circle her.

Aruna was terrified, their snarling, dripping jaws menacing her in the impending gloom. Without warning, one leapt forwards, its teeth clamping down on her arm, se cried out in pain, and tore her injured limb away, blood dripping onto the dust, creating tiny pools of gore. Another bounded forward and slammed into her, sending her slamming onto her back, and that's when they all closed in, seven mouths snapping for her throat.

Bang!

Te coyotes scattered, whimpering in fear as the deafening gunshot split the air like a bolt of thunder, tails tucked between their legs. Aruna lay, eyes half closed, exhausted, and pain-riddled, dust and grime covered her face and body. Dimly she heard a horse slow from gallop to a stop, someone dismounted, and in an instant someone was leaning over her.

Then, blackness.

"Stupid fucking Woman !" Yelled Kai at her limp form, reaching out, grabbing her arm and hauling her up. But something felt wrong, his hand was wet, in the half gloom he had not seen the blood which was running from her arm at a frightening rate. He snarled, but became more careful with her. He lifted her up onto Dranzer and swung up behind her, supporting her body with his arms, then, he kicked Dranzer straight into a gallop.

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Unsure what it was that had woken her, the fact that she was no longer tired, or the dull ache in her arm. Her eyes opened, and she groggily looked around. The first thing she saw, was him, leaning against the opposite wall of the cave, giving her a glare of pure venom.

"What the Fuck did you think you were doing last night ?!" He yelled.

Confused, she tried to remember.......The coyotes!

She glanced down at her arm, it was tightly bandaged from her elbow to her wrist, she looked back at Kai.

"If you must know, I was trying to escape from you !" She said.

"You really think I would have left you here alone if I thought you had a chance of escaping?! Stupid bitch !" He hissed.

"If I'm such a stupid bitch, then why the Hell did you come and save me then ?!" Se yelled back.

"Because..." he said, striding up to her in three steps, "You belong to me !"

"I belong to nobody!" She said, spitting at is feet before storming out of the cave, se climbed up above the entrance and sat there, watching the late morning sun climb to it's peak. She tugged at the black dress she wore, it came up almost to her hips and clung to her tightly.....Wait! Dress?!

She glanced down. Sure enough, a black dress made from a light, silky material cloaked her form......he had bought her clothes. Suddenly, she felt like a meek child, she stood and re-entered the cave, he was leaning against the wall again. Se silently walked up to him, standing in front of him until he opened his eyes to look at her.

"Thankyou." She said quietly, but he heard it, and smirked, pointing to a bag on the bed of skins.

"There is more in there Woman. Pick out something you like, we're going to meet some people."

Wild-Roze: Ooookay, it was sort, but frankly, tough, I'm tired, so I'm going to bed, please review, tankz ^_^.